BringingNorth the Good News to the Diocese Texas of Fort Worth Catholic Vol. 26 No. 7 April 9, 2010

Archbishop José H. Gomez of San Antonio addresses the media during a press conference at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles April 6. (CNS photo/Tim Rue) San Antonio Archbishop Gomez named coadjutor of Pope Benedict XVI lights the paschal candle before the start of the Easter Vigil in St. Peter’s Basilica Los Angeles Archdiocese at the Vatican April 3. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) WASHINGTON (CNS) — Pope bishop Gomez, 58, automatically Benedict XVI has named Arch- becomes head of the archdiocese Pope’s Easter message: bishop Jose H. Gomez of San upon Cardinal Mahony’s retire- Antonio as coadjutor archbishop ment or death. of Los Angeles. The cardinal will turn 75 The appointment was an- next February, the age at which nounced in Washington April bishops are required by canon Christ gives us hope 6 by Archbishop Pietro Sambi, law to submit their resignation By Carol Glatz April 4 in his message urbi et orbi St. Peter’s Square to millions of apostolic nuncio to the United to the pope. Catholic News Service (to the city and the world). people worldwide. States. “I welcome Archbishop Go- VATICAN CITY — Without Humanity today needs to free In an unusual departure from Cardinal Roger M. Mahony, mez to the Archdiocese of Los Christ’s sacrifi ce and resurrection, itself from sin, not by making the Vatican’s traditional Easter who is 74, currently heads the Angeles with enthusiasm and life would be without hope and superfi cial changes, but through ceremony, Cardinal Angelo archdiocese. As coadjutor, Arch- SEE GOMEZ, P. 2 human destiny would end only a true moral and spiritual conver- Sodano, dean of the College of in death, Pope Benedict XVI said sion, he said. Cardinals and former Vatican in his Easter message. “It needs the salvation of the secretary of state, read aloud a However, “Easter does not Gospel, so as to emerge from a message of Easter greetings and work magic,” and the human profound crisis, one which re- support for the pope before the journey will still be marked by quires deep change, beginning start of the Easter liturgy in St. grief and anguish, as well as joy with consciences,” the pope said Peter’s Square. and hope for the future, he said in the message broadcast from SEE POPE, P. 13 Keeping the record straight on Benedict and the crisis by John L Allen Jr . Father Lawrence Murphy of Mil- the most senior levels for as long NATIONAL CATHOLIC REPORTER waukee, also called into question as Benedict XVI inevitably bears March 26 Online Commentary his Vatican years as prefect of the some responsibility for the present Intense scrutiny is being de- Congregation for the Doctrine of mess. My newspaper, the National Corpus Christi Bishop W. Michael Mulvey blesses the voted these days to Pope Benedict the Faith. Catholic Reporter, today called edi- XVI’s history on the sex abuse Despite complaints in some torially for full disclosure about the assembly following his installation as 8th bishop of the crisis. Revelations from Germany quarters that all this is about pope’s record, and it now seems have put his fi ve years as a dioc- wounding the pope and/or the abundantly clear that only such diocese. Cardinal Daniel DiNardo is at the left of Bishop esan bishop under a spotlight, church, raising these questions transparency can resolve the hard Mulvey. Bishop Vann is at the far right in the photo. and a piece on Thursday in The is entirely legitimate. Anyone questions facing Benedict. New York Times, on the case of involved in church leadership at SEE RECORD, P. 12 (CNS photo/Bahram Mark Sobhani) See story, P. 13 Page 2 North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Diocesan / State We offer our prayers for our Archbishop, José Gomez, as he is appointed coadjutor archbishop of Los Angeles Dear brothers and sisters As mentor and friend, he has been a role model for me in these five years. His tire- in Christ, As mentor and friend, he has been a less ministry as a shepherd, reflecting the Good Shepherd, has been an inspiration to role model for me in these fi ve years. His me in his promotion of priestly vocations, n this season and time of his commitment to the unborn, care of the Risen Lord, we in the tireless ministry as a shepherd, refl ecting the Hispanics and all immigrants, and devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe. I have sought Province of San Antonio Good Shepherd, has been an inspiration to to reflect and incorporate these into my life I and ministry. and the Province of Galves- me in his promotion of priestly vocations, Upon the announcement of his appoint- ment as coadjutor archbishop, I offer my Bishop Kevin W. Vann ton-Houston have received his commitment to the unborn, care of own personal gratitude, fraternal support, some very significant news, and prayers and trust of our local Church of Hispanics and all immigrants, and devotion to Our Lady of Fort Worth. We thank him for his minis- but it is an occasion of both try in San Antonio and the Church in the Guadalupe. I have sought to refl ect and incorporate these United States and beyond. As we ask the joy and farewell — the ap- intercession of Our Lady of Guadalupe into my life and ministry. for this new time in his life, we say, “Vaya pointment of Archbishop José con Dios” in your new life and episcopal Gomez as coadjutor to Car- ministry in Los Angeles and “el Señor lo Archbishop in canons 435-437. These can- I have been blessed to experience his bendiga a usted” for his priestly and epis- dinal Roger Mahony in Los ons deal with the care that the Archbishop fraternal support and friendship in a per- copal ministry in Texas. has to have for his suffragan bishops and sonal way. He has been a wonderful friend Angeles. dioceses. All of us in the Province of San and mentor in these past five years. You Antonio — bishops, priests, and diocesan may remember that he was the principal Years ago, as a student priest in Canon staff — have experienced Archbishop co-consecrator at my ordination along with + Bishop Kevin W. Vann Law in Rome, I learned about the duties Gomez’s care and ministry as Archbishop Archbishop Burke and now Archbishop Diocese of Fort Worth and responsibilities of a Metropolitan in these past five years. Lucas. April 6, 2010

on Cultural Diversity in the Church. He les, then-Archbishop Mahony created fi ve chairman of the bishops’ doctrine com- Gomez… is currently a member of the Committee pastoral regions to better minister to the 4.2 mittee and currently is consultant to the on Doctrine. million Catholics in the Archdiocese. divine worship, migration, and pro-life FROM PAGE 1 José Horacio Gomez was born in Mon- He has overseen the construction of one activities committees. personal excitement,” Cardinal Mahony terrey, Mexico, Dec. 26, 1951. He attended of the largest Catholic éées in the U.S. — the Born in Hollywood, California, Cardinal said in a statement. “The auxiliary bish- the National University of Mexico, where Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, which Mahony is the fi rst native Angeleno and ops and I are looking forward to working he earned a bachelor’s degree in account- was dedicated Sept. 2, 2002. Shortly after the third archbishop of Los Angeles to be closely with him over the coming months ing. In college he joined Opus Dei, an the 1994 Northridge earthquake damaged made a cardinal. From 1980-85 he was until he becomes the archbishop early in institution founded by St. Josemaria Es- the Cathedral of St. Vibiana beyond repair, bishop of Stockton, California, and prior 2011.” criva to help people turn their work and he announced plans to replace it with a to that he was an auxiliary bishop of the Archbishop Gomez is currently the daily activities into occasions for growing new cathedral. Diocese of Fresno, California. highest-ranking prelate of the 27 active closer to God, serving others, and improv- During his tenure, the cardinal has The Los Angeles Archdiocese covers Hispanic Catholic bishops in the U.S. ing society. Opus Dei became a personal been a national leader in advocating for about 8,800 square miles. It has a total When he succeeds Cardinal Mahony, he prelature in 1982. the U.S. Congress to pass comprehensive population of 11.6 million; 4.2 million will become the fi rst Hispanic archbishop Archbishop Gomez studied theology in immigration reform. He has served as people, or 36 percent, are Catholic. of Los Angeles, the nation’s largest arch- Rome and at the University of Navarre in diocese. Spain, where he earned a bachelor’s degree “’I’m very grateful to the Holy Father in theology and a doctorate in moral theol- North for giving me this opportunity to serve the ogy. He was ordained a priest of Opus Dei Church with a mentor and leader like Car- Aug. 15, 1978, in Torreciudad, Spain. Texas dinal Roger Mahony,” Archbishop Gomez After ordination he pursued pastoral Catholic said in a statement. He said he was grateful work with college and high school students to Archbishop Sambi “for supporting the in Spain and Mexico. In 1987, he was sent Holy Father’s confi dence in me. I will try to what was then the Diocese of Galves- with all my strength to earn that trust.” ton-Houston to minister for Opus Dei in Publisher: A Mass of reception for Archbishop several capacities in Texas. He became a Bishop Kevin W. Vann Gomez will be celebrated in Los Angeles U.S. citizen in 1995. Editor: Jeff Hensley May 26. Then-Father Gomez was president of the Associate Editor: Tony Gutiérrez The archbishop, one of 22 Opus Dei National Association of Hispanic Priests Editorial Assistant: Juan Guajardo Administrative Assistant: Judy Russeau bishops around the world, was installed to from 1995-99, then its executive director head the San Antonio Archdiocese in Feb- from 1999-2001. He was treasurer of the Editorial Offi ce: 800 West Loop 820 South, Fort Worth, Texas 76108, (817) 560-3300; FAX (817) 244-8839. ruary 2005. When he was named to Texas National Catholic Council of Hispanic Circulation Offi ce: Rita Garber, 800 West Loop 820 South, Fort Worth, Texas 76108, (817) in December 2004, then-Bishop Gomez had Ministry, 1998-2001. 560-3300. been an auxiliary bishop of the Denver In 1999, he became the vicar of Opus NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC (USPS 751-370) (ISSN 0899-7020) is published semi-monthly, except Archdiocese for about three years. Dei for the state of Texas. Pope John Paul for the months of June, July, and August when it is published monthly, by the Most Rev. Kevin On the national level Archbishop Go- II named him a Denver auxiliary bishop W. Vann, Bishop of the Diocese of Fort Worth, 800 West Loop 820 South. For those who are not registered parishioners in the Diocese of Fort Worth, subscription rates are $20 for one year, $40 for mez is chairman-elect of the U.S. bishops’ in January 2001. two years, $60 for three years. Periodical postage paid at Fort Worth, Texas. POSTMASTER: Send Committee on Migration. He is chairman Cardinal Mahony has been archbishop address changes to North Texas Catholic, 800 West Loop 820 South, Fort Worth, Texas 76108. of the Subcommittee on the Church in of Los Angeles for almost 25 years. Ap- Deadline for information for the North Texas Catholic is noon of Wednesday of the week before Latin America and of the Ad Hoc Com- pointed in July 1985, he was installed in the paper is published. The NTC is published two times a month on Friday, except for the months of June, July, and August when it is published one time each month. mittee on the Spanish-Language Bible. In September of that year. He was elevated to The appearance of advertising in these pages does not imply endorsement of businesses, services, 2007 he was elected to a two-year term the College of Cardinals in June 1991. or products. 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Retired Amarillo Bishop Father Kyle Walterscheid, director of the Offi ce of Leroy Matthiesen dies at 88 Vocations, is shown walking esponding out of Sacred Heart Parish By Catholic News Service R in Muenster following his AMARILLO, Texas (CNS) — Re- ordination to the priesthood tired Bishop Leroy T. Matthiesen to od’s all in May 2002. Even then, of Amarillo, a longtime Catholic G C he appeared to be newspaper editor and well-known inviting people to social justice advocate, died after a ask if they were being called to brief illness March 22 at his home a vocation. in Amarillo. He was 88. Truly, Jesus is Love made visible — Bishop Patrick J. Zurek of Ama- rillo celebrated his funeral Mass ALLELUIA! March 27 at St. Thomas the Apostle Church in Amarillo, and he was By Father Kyle Walterscheid s we celebrate the Easter season, let us remember that buried in a family cemetery plot A at St. Boniface Church in Olfen, appy Easter! God’s sacrifi cial love, his pure love, continues to be made south of Abilene. Jesus has risen visible to us in the Eucharist, the source and summit of the During his 17 years as bishop of H Bishop Leroy Matthiesen Christian life. Amarillo, Bishop Matthiesen was from the dead. Al- outspoken on a wide range of social of Amarillo. justice issues, including the death Following the death of Amarillo leluia! For all Chris- false inspiration or confusion ter Vigil; Eucharistic Adoration penalty, nuclear disarmament, con- Bishop Lawrence M. DeFalco, he from the Christian community continues to become stronger scientious objection, racial justice, was elected administrator of the tians, Easter is the whose lifestyle and behavior each year; the confessional the neutron bomb, and just war. diocese in 1979 and served until is a long departure from the lines are getting longer once He received the Ketteler Award May 30, 1980, when he was or- fulfi llment of our visible sacrifi cial love of Christ again; personal and group for Social Justice in 2002 and Pax dained bishop of Amarillo. hopes and the reason and his teachings. retreats have doubled and Christi USA’s Teacher of Peace A longtime member of the As Christians we need to tripled in the past 10 years; Award in 2009. Catholic Press Association, Bishop for our joy. Salva- ask ourselves tough questions we are fi lling our seminaries Born June 11, 1921, in Olfen, Matthiesen received the CPA’s and look for honest answers so in Texas as Christ is blessing Leroy Theodore Matthiesen was Bishop Arthur J. O’Neill Award in tion has been won that the hope of Easter and the us with incredible young men the fourth of eight children of 1996. He served on the U.S. bish- love of God are made visible willing to forgo personal de- Joseph Anthony and Rose Englert ops’ communications committee for us! Alleluia! Jesus once again to these same mul- sires to consider laying down Matthiesen. He grew up on a cotton from 1980 to 1983; on the board of fulfi lled his Father’s titudes of people. Below are a their lives for the fl ock to be farm and attended local schools directors of the National Catholic few questions to get us started: Catholic priests, and the num- until going to the Pontifi cal College Rural Life Conference, 1985-88; will, to enter into Why has atheism, the belief ber of people attending Mass Josephinum in Worthington, Ohio, and on the bishops’ Administrative not to believe in God, doubled continues to rise dramatically. where he completed high school, Board, 1989-95. this world as a hu- from 6 to 12 percent in the With all of this Easter joy, four years of college and four years One of the bishop’s most contro- past 20 years? Is our country there is still much more love of graduate study in theology. versial actions was his call in 1981 man being to draw becoming more Christian or that you and I must give. Love He was ordained a priest of to Catholics working at the Pantex all people back to less Christian? Where is our is a sacrifi ce that has come to the Amarillo Diocese at the Ohio plant in his diocese, where most resolve to spread the Gospel us through the cross, and now school on March 10, 1946, by Arch- U.S. nuclear weapons were as- their heavenly Father of our salvation? Is more harm we are obligated to extend bishop Amleto Giovanni Cicog- sembled at the time, to reconsider than good coming from the Christ’s love to others through nani, then the apostolic delegate whether in conscience they could through the Son’s thousands of divisions within humble prayers, sacrifi ce, and to the United States. justify the work they did. Christianity? Do Protestants joy. We must choose to die to After ordination he served brief- “For 33 years I lived and con- passion, death, and understand what they are ourselves and to live for the ly as chaplain at St. John’s Hospital tinue to live at the very portals of resurrection. protesting? Do Catholics un- Lord. Only in this way will in San Angelo, then in the Diocese Pantex, and for those 33 years I derstand the incredible riches Christ’s love be made visible of Amarillo. In June of 1946 he was did nothing either as a priest or a Thus, we have much reason of the mystery of God passed to a people who remain his sent to study at the Register College bishop until a Catholic employee for hope! We know of the pure on to them through the Bride enemy, so that they may see of Journalism in Denver, where he and his wife came to me with goodness and love of God of Christ, the Catholic Church, their false assumptions and be earned a master’s degree and later troubled consciences. They had made visible to us in Jesus. In in word and sacrament? Are converted. a doctorate in journalism. begun to think that what he was loving us unto death, Jesus has Protestants willing to face their Keep praying for the future On his return to Amarillo, he was doing was wrong,” Bishop Mat- given us the gift of eternal life Mother Church, the Catholic of the Church, pray for young named editor of the Texas Panhandle thiesen said in a 1981 talk. for all who believe in Him and Church, in seeking their own adults to embrace the Catho- edition of the Register system of At least one Pantex worker quit who live by his commands. reconciliation and reunion lic faith, pray that more men newspapers (now The West Texas his job after the bishop’s call, say- Jesus said that there is no with her? Are we as Christians and women will consider the Catholic) and assistant pastor of ing that nuclear proliferation was greater love than to lay down resolved to living Christ-cen- religious life to be leaders in Sacred Heart Cathedral. He wrote contrary to Christ’s teaching. one’s life for one’s friends. tered lives to glorify God in spreading the Gospel of Christ, a column, “Wise and Otherwise,” in “Man does not have the right Moreover, Jesus made visible our bodies rather than behave and pray for those called the paper from 1952 until 1998. to destroy all that God gave us,” this perfect love by laying as adolescents, trying to ma- to marriage to make Christ In 1954 he was named a monsi- said Eloy Ramos. “I feel honored down his life for us while we nipulate Christ and his mercy? present through self-sacrifi ce, gnor and became founding pastor to be the fi rst to quit.” remained his enemy, though These are but a few questions humility, and a lifelong com- of St. Laurence Parish in Amarillo, Bishop Matthiesen retired as He has always considered us that we need to be willing to mitment of service to raise a while continuing as editor of the bishop of Amarillo on Jan. 21, 1997. his friend as He came to save ask ourselves. family made in God’s image diocesan newspaper and as Voca- In retirement he served as chaplain us, not to condemn us. As we celebrate the Easter and likeness. tions director. In 1961 he received of the Capuchin Poor Clare Sisters Although Jesus has given season, let us remember that As Jesus is love made vis- a master’s degree in secondary and on the board of directors of us every reason to hope for a God’s sacrifi cial love, his pure ible, now go out and follow in school administration and was Ascension Academy, St. Ann’s peaceful life with blessed fami- love, continues to be made his footsteps with great hope appointed the following year as Nursing Home, and the Catholic lies and communities, I believe visible to us in the Eucharist, and joy because your salvation rector of St. Lucian’s Preparatory Historical Society. our misery remains because the source and summit of the is nearer than when you fi rst Seminary in Amarillo. He authored Wise and Otherwise: we are far from responding to Christian life. In this visible began. Happy Easter! In 1968, in addition to his The Life and Times of a Cottonpicking the call and commitment that love of God, Catholicism other duties, Msgr. Matthiesen Texas Bishop, published in 2004; Jesus desires of us. It is easy for continues to grow in Texas in Father Kyle Walterscheid is the was named principal of Alamo The Golden Years: The History of St. multitudes of people to give up the best of ways. More than director of Vocations for the Catholic High School in Amarillo Laurence Cathedral in Amarillo, pub- hope when they turn to their 1,000 people have joined the Diocese of Fort Worth. He can and chaplain of St. Francis Convent lished in 2005; and Lieber Bernard and Church for inspiration, hope, Catholic Church in the Diocese be reached by e-mail at kwalters- in Amarillo. In 1971, he also became Elise: The Lives and Times of a German and love, yet they experience of Fort Worth through the Eas- [email protected]. pastor of St. Francis Parish outside Texas Family, published in 2009. Page 4 North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Dedication re- Our Mother of ICCS to host San Mateo to cital to be held Mercy School preschool and hold festival at St. Maria golf tourna- kindergarten April 18 Goretti April 25 ment to be held People open house San Mateo Mission, 3316 Lovell People Ave., Fort Worth, will hold its Reli- The dedication recital of the April 24 Immaculate Conception Catho- gious Education Festival Sunday, new pipe organ at St. Maria Gore- lic School, 2301 North Bonnie Golfers and event sponsors April 18 on the church grounds tti Parish will be held on Sunday, Brae St., Denton, will host a from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. The festival April 25 at 5 p.m. The organ, are invited to participate in preschool and kindergarten open the fifth annual Our Mother of will feature a variety of food, in- donated by an anonymous donor, house Friday, April 16 from 8:30 cluding the Men’s Club’s “famous was built by Garland Pipe Organs, Mercy School golf and commu- Events to 10 a.m. for children who will hamburgers” and drinks. Other Inc. of Fort Worth (Opus 52) and nity-networking event to be held be ages three, four, and five as of Saturday, April 24 at the Glen &of Importance for the activities will include live music, is made up of 60 ranks and four Sept. 1, 2010. Parents and their DJ, Carol Alvarado’s Ballet Flok- manuals. Guest recitalist will be Garden Golf Club located at 2916 children are welcome to visit the Glen Garden Dr., Fort Worth. The Church of Fort Worth lorico Azteca, cakewalk, bounce nationally acclaimed Samuel classrooms and tour the school. house, and games. Proceeds from Salvador Soria, organist at the format will be a four-person team ICCS is in its 15th year and is Florida Scramble with a 1 p.m. the event will benefit the religious Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels state accredited. education department and vari- in Los Angeles, California. shotgun start. The school offers an all-day Early registration before April ous other organizations within The recital is free and open to five-day kindergarten program. San Mateo. Admission is free. the public. A reception will be 14 is $75 per player with dis- “Little Knights” preschool has counted rates of $60 for ladies For information, contact Laura held following the recital. For an all-day program for preschool Moreno at [email protected] more information, visit the par- and college/high school golfer children ages three and four years ish Web site at www.smgparish. participants. The price includes with two-day, three-day, and five- org or call the parish office at golf, barbecue dinner, trophies, day options. ICCS has an enroll- St. Ann Parish (817) 274-0643. St. Maria Goretti prizes, and the deluxe OMM ment of 260 students ages three Church is located at 1200 South golfer goodie bags full of items through grade eight and serves to hold Spring Davis Dr. in Arlington. provided by business sponsors. the Denton and surrounding area. festival May 2 Business sponsorship begins Registration is under way for St. Ann Parish, 100 S.W. Alsbury at $100. 2010-2011. Nolan Catholic Blvd., Burleson, will hold its an- Registration may be made For information about the nual Spring festival Sunday, May online at www.tournevents.com/ school, call (940) 381-1155 or hosts second an- 2 from 11:45 a.m. to 5 p.m. The omm2010/. For more informa- ICCS WINS DISTRICT 1A ACADEMIC CHAMPIONSHIP — visit the school Web site at www. parking lot of St. Ann Church will nual Mary Ellen tion, contact Howard Rattliff, Jr. Immaculate Conception Catholic School will be sending two dozen stu- catholicschooldenton.org. be transformed into a festival for at (682) 365-6369, Michael Barks dents in more than 30 events to the Class A Private School Interscholastic Byrnes Night all ages with booths featuring at (817) 568-9640 or the school Association State Meet May 1 at Texas Christian University in Fort Worth Courage group Mexican, and Cajun foods, as All Nolan Catholic alumni are principal Dr. Carolyn Yusuf at after winning their ninth consecutive PSIA Academic Championship. ICCS well as barbecue. There will be invited to participate in the second (817) 923-0058. amassed 930 points in its winning effort. St. Paul Lutheran School in meets twice other carnival food available and annual Mary Ellen Byrnes Night Fort Worth placed second with 487 points while St. Rita Catholic School homemade pastries in the Pastry Saturday, April 17. Basketball was third with 374 points. Pictured above are ICCS students who will monthly Shoppe. Games and events for games will be held in Hartnett Diocesan Sin- advance to the state level. Courage D/FW, a spiritual support Arena from 6 to 8 p.m. followed gles Retreat to group for Catholics striving to live the children will be available all by a barbeque dinner in the Com- chaste lives according to the Catholic afternoon, including favorites for mons. “Come watch, play, and eat be held in May NTC publication deadlines Church’s teachings on homosexual- the smaller children, such as duck ponds, grab bags, and a mini train some barbeque,” encourage event The Diocesan Singles Retreat ity, meets the second and fourth The North Texas Catholic is published twice monthly, except during ride. Two auctions will be operat- organizers. RSVP to alumni@ will be held May 7, 8, and 9 at Friday evenings of each month. the months of June, July, and August when it is published monthly. ing throughout the day, one indoor nolancatholichs.org or call (817) the Catholic Renewal Center, 4503 For more information, e-mail to The deadline to submit information is noon on the Wednesday of and one in the parking lot. 395-0249. Bridge St., Fort Worth. The retreat [email protected] or call the week before the paper is published. Entertainment will start at “Walking with Jesus” will begin (972) 938-5433. Submit items to [email protected]. Items for the April 23 issue noon in the Pavilion with the Natural Family Friday night at 7:30 p.m. Saturday must be received by noon on April 14. Items for the May 7 issue must Trotter-Anderson Band featuring will include a day of sharing and be received by noon on April 28 Ministry with Justin Wilson on the steel guitar. Planning class interactive sessions. Other performers will include The weekend is designed to gay, lesbian to be held in HEB ballroom dancers, Frances “build your spirit and energy, St. Paul the St. Peter School Lee Studio dancers, followed by Fort Worth welcoming God into your current Catholics meets Studio C Dancers. A choral per- The Couple to Couple League life,” according to promotional Apostle Parish to hold Spring April 22 formance rounds out the talent offers classes in the sympto- materials. There will be a break to host Divorce festival April 25 The next regular meeting with Lucy Carlton and members thermal method of natural Saturday evening for those not of The Fort Worth Diocesan of the St. Ann choir. family planning for married wishing to stay for Sunday. St. Peter the Apostle School will Care series Ministry With Lesbian and Gay All are invited and remote park- and engaged couples. Since the The cost of the weekend retreat hold its annual Spring Festival St. Paul the Apostle Parish, Catholics, Other Sexual Minori- ing will be available at Taylor course consists of three classes is $70 if paid in advance by April Sunday, April 25 from 10 a.m. 5508 Black Oak Ln., Fort Worth, ties, and Their Families will be Elementary, 400 N.E. Alsbury at monthly intervals, engaged 22 and $80 after. Participants are to 5 p.m. The all-day event will is offering a Divorce Care Series held Thursday, April 22 at 7 p.m. Blvd. and at Crestmont Baptist couples are encouraged to attend asked to bring linens for a twin feature food, games, arts and with the addition of a compan- at the Catholic Renewal Center, Church, 640 N.W. Tarrant Ave., a course beginning at least four bed, a Bible, note pad, walking crafts, entertainment, and a newly ion series Divorce Care for Kids 4503 Bridge St., Fort Worth. For with transportation to and from months before their wedding. To shoes, and snacks to share. As- expanded talent show. In addi- (DC4K) to run with it. The series, more information, contact Father the parking lot at posted hours. register for a course starting April sistance is available if needed. tion, there will be a book fair, the distributed by Church Initiative, Warren Murphy, TOR, at (817) All proceeds will benefit the 23 at 7 p.m. at St. Peter the Apostle For more information, contact Knights of Columbus basketball will begin Thursday April 29 from 927-5383, Dorene Rose at (817) building fund for new facilities Church, 1201 S. Cherry Ln., White Susan at (817) 346-8023. free throw challenge, a silent auc- 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. and will be held 329-7370, or Sister Dorothy Egg- at St. Ann. Tickets are available Settlement, contact Bill and Mary tion, and bounce houses. every Thursday evening through ering, SSND, at (817) 283-8601. on site. For more information, Kouba at (817) 370-9193. There is no admission charge July 22. Facilitators and helpers in for the event. Tickets for food and contact the parish office at (817) Our Lady of Vic- both programs have been through games may be purchased at the St. John Parish 295-5621. Silent weekend the divorce process themselves, tory School to event. St. Peter’s is located at 1201 retreat to be have been trained in the program, S. Cherry Ln. in White Settlement. to offer weekly St. Augustine celebrate 100th and have attended the “Keeping For more information or sponsor- summer camp offered at Mont- Children Safe” program. The ship opportunities, call the school Men’s Purity anniversary content for each session is age office at (817) 246-2032. St. John the Apostle Parish will serrat May 13-16 appropriate. DC4K is geared to offer a weekly summer camp June Group meets at All are invited to attend the gala April 17 children five-12 years of age, and 1 to Aug. 27 for children ages Contemplative Outreach’s annual All are invited to join Our Lady the adult series is geared for those IWBS ‘Come and one through eighth grade. The three locations Four-Day Silent retreat to be held of Victory School for a once in a age 13 and older. See’ weekend to camp will be available Monday The St. Augustine Men’s Purity May 13-16 at Montserrat Jesuit lifetime celebration of dinner, Deacon Ron Aziere emphasizes, through Friday from 7 a.m. to 6 Group, a support group for men Retreat House, 600 North Shady games, dancing, and auction “Although this program is a scrip- be offered April p.m. Registration may be made who struggle with sources of sex- Shore, Dallas. Father William honoring its 100th anniversary. ture-based program, it is not a Bible for the entire summer or specific ual impurity such as those found Fickel, SSS from Cleveland will The event, hosted by St. Bar- study. The series offers personal and 17-18 weeks. In addition, a summer on the Internet, meets regularly be the retreat leader. tholomew Church, will take place professional input from profession- The Sisters of Incarnate Word Parents Day Out program will in Room 213 at St. Elizabeth This retreat is designed for Saturday, April 17 at 6 p.m. in the als in pastoral care, entertainment, and Blessed Sacrament will host be offered from 9 a.m. to 2:30 Ann Seton School, located at those interested in deepening Great Hall, 3601 Altamesa Blvd., psychology, and social services to a “Come and See” weekend for p.m. on Wednesdays only or 2016 Willis Lane, Keller; at 1301 their spiritual practice in an at- Fort Worth. Tickets may be pur- help the participant focus on the single Catholic women up to 50 Tuesdays and Thursdays for chil- Paxton Ave. (Padre Pio House) mosphere of silence, solitude, and chased from the OLV office, 3320 job of healing.” years of age. The weekend will be dren ages one through five years. in Arlington; and at Immaculate community. Registration form Hemphill St., Fort Worth. There is no cost for this series. offered April 17-18 at Incarnate Registrations are also being ac- Conception Parish in Denton at and details are available online at For more information, call Pre-registration is preferred. Word Convent in Victoria. For cepted for the fall sessions. 2255 Bonnie Brae St. www.CellOfPeace.com or e-mail, (817) 924-5123 or contact Ra- Call the parish office at (817) more information, call (361) St. John’s is located at 7341 For additional information, to [email protected], or chael Garnett at rgarnett@olvfw. 738-9925, leave a name and 575-7111 or e-mail iwbsvoc@ Glenview Dr. in North Richland visit the Web site at www.sampg. call (972) 722-6029. Registration com. Sponsorship opportunities number; a team member will yahoo.com or visit the Web site Hills. For more information call com, or e-mail to Mark at seas- deadline is April 30. are available. return the call. at www.iwbsvictoria.org. (817) 595-2654. [email protected]. North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Page 5 Diocesan Texas Catholic Community Credit Union Fort Worth offi ce blessed, opens for business Story and Photos by company now boasts a member- Kathy Cribari Hamer ship of 10,000. Correspondent TCC Credit Union provides Communities boast theater savings and retirement accounts districts, fl ower districts, art dis- as well as personal vehicle and tricts, and medical districts, but share-secured loans. They also last month Fort Worth unveiled provide tuition loans to parents what some might consider a in 24 Metroplex schools, and com- Catholic district. plimentary armored car service to Texas Catholic Community 30 parishes. 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Page 6 North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Diocesan Alumni treasure memories of OLV School By Joan Kurkowski-Gillen the fi rst fully integrated public Correspondent or private school in Fort Worth. When Ann Edmonds wants to The controversial decision was take a trip down memory lane, she made by Sister Teresa Webber, the doesn’t have to travel past her of- order’s provincial, and although fi ce door. As librarian at Our Lady some students withdrew from the of Victory, the Fort Worth native school, the example of adhering catalogs some of the same books to Christian principles was set for she once used as a student at others to follow. the private, Catholic elementary Students and teachers have school operated by the Sisters of come and gone, but the trademark St. Mary of Namur. characteristics that allowed Our Edmonds came out of retire- Lady of Victory to succeed for 100 ment to accept the library post in years have remained the same, 2006. Taking the job was an oppor- says Linda Martinez Petrey, an tunity to follow in the footsteps OLV alumna from the class of 1978 of the late Sister Mary Crockett who now teaches the kindergar- who was OLV’s librarian when ten class at her alma mater. she was a schoolgirl. “The importance of education, “Being back here is very spe- the Catholic faith, and diversity cial. It’s the only job in the world have always led people to this that could have brought me out of school,” explains Petry, who en- retirement,” says the 1959 gradu- rolled her three boys in OLV. “I ate who was a member of the last brought my children here because class to receive a high school di- I wanted them to grow up with ploma bearing the name Our Lady the same values I did. Having Top: Linda Petrey (left) of Victory. “Everything about this them learn about their faith was and Mary Jeanes, place is extraordinary — the his- important to me, and I knew this “Our education both alumna and now tory, the campus, the people and, was a safe place to do that.” teachers at OLV, read an archived story of course, the sisters.” Petrey’s own OLV journey was strict and dis- about what was then The Fort Worth institution was began in the fourth grade when ciplined, yet there the OLV College and founded in 1910 by the Sisters of her parents, G.J. and Deanna Mar- Academy. (Photo by St. Mary of Namur — a Belgium- tinez met another family whose was such an air of Joan Kurkowski-Gillen) based religious community that youngsters attended the school. arrived in Texas 137 years ago to The switch from public to private Left: Sister Mary grace.” Crockett, SSMN, establish quality schools. At one school meant wearing uniforms instructs a group of time, the order operated seven and trips to the larger, impressive — Mary Helen Crimmins, OLV Graduate OLV students. (SSMN boarding schools and three mis- building next door for Mass and archives) sionary schools in Texas. assemblies. After the new school One of its Fort Worth ministries was built, the sisters continued remembers dances in the old disciplined, yet there was such recent visit to the campus. — known as the OLV Academy to use the original OLV edifi ce as playroom. Boys from the neigh- an air of grace,” the OLV gradu- The hallways she once strolled and College — attracted ranch- their convent. borhood would spy on the girls ate says. “The sisters were good as a youngster seemed smaller, ers and rural families from West “We’d walk up the fl ights of through the basement windows teachers, and I value the years I but the memories of playing in Texas who sent their kindergarten stairs and the wooden fl oors were and knock teasingly at the door. spent there. I felt protected from the cedar trees during lunch recess through college age daughters to always so shiny,” Petrey says, “They were greeted by big, the real world.” and the jangle of rosary beads as the boarding school for a refi ned remembering the convent visits. stout nuns with their arms After marrying, Crimmins Sister entered the classroom are education in scholastics, religion, “That’s one of the things I miss. crossed,” she remembers. “The and her husband, Chubby, would still vivid. and the arts. The girls were We don’t have the routine of tak- local boys would joke that OLV entrust the education of their fi ve “It was like returning to a housed in a fi ve-story Gothic Re- ing the kids to a chapel with pews meant Old Ladies Village.” children to the Sisters of St. Mary. place I didn’t realize I missed so vival style building distinguished and stained glass windows.” Unlike other families who sent Today, the eldest of their brood, much,” wrote Landon, who was by its red pressed brick façade and Mary Helen Crimmins, who at- their children for faith-based rea- Mary Jeanes, teaches eighth grade comforted by the sight of the white limestone trim. Sold in 1992 tended the school from fi rst grade sons, Crimmins’ mother and father at the school. familiar gym and adjacent per- to a developer, the Shaw Street through junior college, knew were Protestant and enrolled their For many Fort Worth families, formance stage. “Even the front landmark — built in 1909 — is every nook and cranny of the old daughter at OLV to meet a practi- attending Our Lady of Victory is porch beckoned to me. As we get listed on the National Register of Our Lady of Victory building. cal need. Both parents worked at a gift handed down from parent older these things mean so much Historic Places. “Everything about it was my the Fort Worth Star-Telegram and to child. Larry Velasquez gradu- more to us.” The school’s 100-year history home away from home,” says the the nuns agreed to care for their ated from the school in 1995 and Like many other alumni, Land- includes some twists and turns. 86-year-old who grew up in the daughter after dismissal. now has two daughters, Briana on is a second generation OLV In 1961, the all-girls Our Lady nearby Morningside neighbor- “There was no after-school and Jessica, who sit in the same graduate. Her mother, Dr. Cath- of Victory Academy moved its hood. program, so they just did that as classrooms he once used. erine Carlton, had attended the high school students to the newly According to the longtime OLV an accommodation,” Crimmins “Throughout the years, I found school years earlier and continued formed co-educational Nolan supporter, the basement housed explains. myself coming back to OLV to provide the Sisters of St. Mary Catholic High School in East a playroom, gym, science labs, Her father’s family was never whether it was to fulfi ll volunteer with medical care during her Fort Worth. Four years earlier, music practice rooms, kitchen, keen on the idea of sending their hours required for high school or career as an osteopathic doctor. OLV stopped enrolling college and a dining area for boarders. young relative to a Catholic to just visit staff and return to that When her mother died in 2006, students and transferred its col- A library, auditorium, and class- school. feeling of ‘home’ you fi nd on the the grieving daughter gave an lege curriculum to the University rooms fi lled the ground floors, “My mother told them the sisters campus,” he said. “Now, with my impromptu eulogy in front of a of Dallas. The Sisters of St. Mary with one end designated for the were ladies of learning and were girls here, you could say I never congregation that included mem- partially staffed both Nolan and music department. The chapel only interested in teaching me,” really left OLV.” bers of the religious community. the new Catholic university. and more classrooms were found insisted the baptized Presbyterian Since the beginning of the “I thanked my mother for send- Throughout the years, the on the second fl oor, with the third who was not required to attend school’s centennial celebration ing me to the nuns, and I thanked sisters’ service to elementary and fl oor designed with bedrooms to daily Mass. “There was never any last fall, the sisters have received the sisters for an education that middle school age children con- accommodate resident students. attempt to indoctrinate me.” a plethora of letters from former gave me a wonderful start in life,” tinued to fl ourish. In 1953, a new “The top fl oor had a wonderful Infl uenced by a close friend students offering congratula- says Landon, a former fourth school opened next to its stately art studio with windows that let in who was Catholic, Crimmins later tions and tributes. Cathy Carlton grade teacher in the Fort Worth predecessor, and boys joined the beautiful north light so desired took instruction in the faith as a Landon, an OLV student from ISD. “I wanted everyone in the girls as part of the student body. by artists,” she recalls. college student and converted. 1952 until 1961, felt compelled room to know my mother and I At the same time, OLV became As an older student, Crimmins “Our education was strict and to jot down her thoughts after a held them in high regard.” North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Page 7 Diocesan OLV celebrates 100 years with Spring Gala, Apr. 17 By Joan Kurkowski-Gillen ties, the school hosted its fi rst an- established,” Sr. Joan adds. Correspondent nual alumni dinner on Feb. 6 and Publicity about the school’s Our Lady of Victory Catholic raised $3,000 for the Sisters of St. centennial prompted a lot of cor- School will cap off its centennial Mary. The school also touted its respondence not just from OLV celebration with a Spring Gala 100-year history by participating alumni but also from other former Saturday, April 17 in the Great in Fort Worth’s Parade of Lights Catholic school students who were Hall of St. Bartholomew Church, last November. taught by the Dominicans, the Sis- 3601 Altamesa Blvd. in Southwest “Everyone is very excited ters of Mercy, and other orders. Fort Worth. The festivities, which about the school’s 100th anniver- “There’s a sense of gratitude include dinner, a silent auction, sary, and it’s been wonderful hear- for sisters everywhere,” she says. and other entertainment, begin ing from alumni and friends of “People are grateful for the edu- at 6:30 p.m. Tickets are $35 per the school,” said Rachael Garnett, cation they received and the way person and sponsorship oppor- OLV’s director of development. they were formed. It’s a splendid tunities are available. “Many of the letters told us how tribute to religious women.” Founded by the Sisters of great it was to see the sisters and Although lay teachers are now St. Mary of Namur, the school catch up with old friends.” the norm at OLV, the sisters still opened on Sept. 12, 1910 as work- Sister Joan Markey, SSMN, own and operate the school, and men completed construction of says the school’s 100th anniver- their dedication to educating the the fi ve-story building designed sary is a time of refl ection for next generation of Catholics has to accommodate both day and her order, known for its teach- never wavered. boarding students. In 1908, the ing ministry. In addition to Our “We aim to educate the whole religious community purchased Lady of Victory, the sisters helped child and that does not just refer 26 acres of land south of Down- establish or taught at 11 other to book learning but also social town Fort Worth for the project, North Texas schools including the justice,” Sr. Joan explains. “A after another school they started, University of Dallas in Irving, St. Catholic/Christian-based edu- St. Ignatius Academy, became Maria Goretti School in Arlington, cation teaches values and social overcrowded. At one time the Our Nolan Catholic High School, responsibility. That’s extremely Lady of Victory College and Acad- Cassata High School, St. Andrew important in our society.” emy was home to an elementary School, and Holy Family School The task of handing down the school, high school, junior college, in Fort Worth, St. Mary’s School faith is in good hands, she says, and convent. The one-story Our in Gainesville, and Notre Dame adding, “I think our lay staff is Lady of Victory building replaced School in Wichita Falls. doing an excellent job of carrying the original school in 1953. “We’re just in awe of our on the mission the sisters started As part of its centennial festivi- pioneer sisters and the work they so many years ago.” A 1960 photo shows the original OLV school building. (TEXAS CATHOLIC archives).

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',2&(6(2))257:257+ North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Page 9 Abortion Recovery By facilitating Rachel’s Vineyard retreats in Spanish, Macaria González helps post-abortive women heal

By Juan Guajardo Editorial Assistant “God heals you, and He does it well. Thanks be to God, n 11-month-old but my bodily pains left me, my depression, my anger, my Achild. A baby bag. hopelessness — everything. I am happy, and I am at peace. A brochure. A church. There is a future, there is hope, and the Lord loves me.” — Macaria González They all came together Spanish Rachel Ministries volunteer coordinator one day in 2001 to cre- ate a sequence of events more than a decade, felt forgiven be to God, but my bodily pains and at peace. And by coming left me, my depression, my that would change the to understand the magnitude anger, my hopelessness — ev- life of Macaria González, of her decisions, she gained a erything. I am happy, and I am greater respect for life, from at peace. There is a future, there a post-abortive mother conception to death. is hope, and the Lord loves me. “I believe God fi rmly recre- “I was able to understand who had suffered for ated me; He makes the old new, through the retreat that I could years as a result of her and so here I am,” González said cry for my babies; I could say, in an interview at her current talk, express everything, because multiple abortions and parish, Nuestra Señora del Pilar in it is so much that you carry Dallas. “I didn’t kill myself, but inside yourself. Although it is miscarriages. something so grave, God has I did get to the point of suicide, Enjoying newfound life thanks to a Rachel’s Vineyard retreat Macaria González because it’s just too much.” forgiven me, and how long ago! looks forward to helping others on their path to healing after abortion through Her 11-month-old son, John- During the interview, And when I returned from the Rachel Ministries’ Spanish-language retreat. ny, an active toddler, could walk González let a smile shine every retreat given by Rachel’s Vine- by himself, and González is con- now and then, a sign of her yard, it was like a new life, for starting to let them know there Christ, “where the real healing vinced that what he proceeded peace and tranquility after more me and for my family.” is help available.” is.” to do that day was far from co- than a decade of guilt and suf- With a new outlook on life, González added, “It’s great González knows that healing. incidence. As they were sitting fering. González is working to help what the bishop and Betsy have She has been through it. in the back of church, Johnny “And I want to live like this; other post-abortive women done for the Hispanic com- “I already saw it; I already felt was playing with the brochures I am happy, very much at peace. and men fi nd the healing that munity by supporting Rachel it. Of course, the hurt is always from the display stand next to Rachel’s Vineyard has given me she found after several “very Ministries,” especially since going to be there, but ... God González. He picked a brochure a lot — God through Rachel’s diffi cult, very dark years, years abortion is highly stigmatized in and Jesus have forgiven me, and up and took it to González. Vineyard,” González explained. fi lled with sin.” Since 2001 she the culture and misconceptions they love me immensely, and “He was very restless,” “They tell me I am always has volunteered with Rachel abound. it’s like turning a new page,” González says of her son. “I laughing and making jokes. Ministries in Dallas, and in 2007, González and Kopor stress González said. “It is the grace of remained out back for that That’s the way it is. It’s the con- she and Betsy Kopor, Rachel that the retreats are fully confi - God that makes you sit down, reason.” fi dence the Lord returns to you; Ministries coordinator for the dential and are run with the help look yourself in the eyes and say The toddler handed the He brings you back to where Diocese of Fort Worth, began of volunteers, priests, profes- ‘yes, this happened in my life. brochure to González, who you need to be. With Him.” work on creating Rachel Minis- sional counselors, and social But you know what? God has skimmed it and realized it was González said dealing with tries services in Spanish. workers who have received forgiven me.’ an informational packet for multiple abortions was far from Last October, after a year training and are knowledge- “You cannot measure God; Rachel’s Vineyard, a retreat pro- being easy, and those decisions of preparation and translation able in post-abortion matters. you cannot measure his love, his gram that spiritually and emo- affected her self-esteem, led her work, countless phone calls, Furthermore, several of the vol- compassion, and his mercy.” tionally helps heal the hearts of to years of counseling, and using e-mails, and days of working unteers can relate to the women Now, González looks forward post-abortive women and men. anti-depression pills, and smok- from “morning till night,” Kopor and men seeking help since to accompanying others on their González immediately ing — a habit she has kicked. and González through Rachel they themselves are post-abor- way to healing and peace. She is put it back, not wishing to be She fought her pain by staying Ministries held the fi rst Rachel’s tive and have gone through the also enjoying her newfound life reminded of her abortions, and busy and immersing herself in Vineyard weekend retreat in retreat, Kopor added. and spending time with her chil- especially not wanting to take her studies and work, but noth- Spanish. González was the “We want you to come and dren, Alexandra, 13, and Johnny, it home with her. Yet, to her ing seemed to work for long. facilitator for the retreat. get the help you need and fi nd now 11. surprise, when she arrived home “My life was so chaotic, so “It was a wonderful experi- peace after abortion, and that’s “I do not call them my chil- after the Mass and began clean- chaotic,” she admitted. “I ruined ence and we’re developing our so hard,” Kopor said. “You feel dren; I call them my blessings. ing out the baby bag, she found years of my youth; I threw those team,” Kopor said. “It was just a so alone and isolated after an How have my children been my the brochure. years in the garbage because you great retreat.” abortion, and it’s wonderful to blessing? They were my salva- “The boy put it in there. I become dysfunctional. I lost a Kopor and González look be in an environment where tion. If Johnny had not given me don’t know, but I always heard lot of time; I wasn’t centered — I forward to having two Spanish people understand and will help that brochure, I would not be him in my head, exclaiming: ‘It’s didn’t have peace. You do a lot retreats per year. To facilitate the you get through it. here.” for you, Mami,’” she said. of things in your life, trying to registration process, telephone “With Macaria you’re in good González hid it away, but erase and silence what an abor- numbers and e-mail addresses hands. I’ve already seen it. She For information, or to register for kept thinking about the retreat, tion really is, but it is not easy; it are now dedicated for people does a wonderful job and her the next Viñedo de Raquel, e-mail and how peaceful it seemed. But is extremely hard.” seeking help in Spanish, Kopor dedication is tremendous. We’re [email protected] or call she said guilt, not knowing what She said there are several said. The Rachel Ministries Web very blessed to have her as a part Ministerios de Raquel at (817) 886- to expect, and a diffi cult on-go- effects that abortion has on a site, www.racheltx.org, also has of the team here in Fort Worth.” 4760. The next retreat in Spanish ing divorce made calling hard. woman, ranging from the psy- a page in Spanish. Kopor and González both will be held from June 4-6. Registra- Six months later, she summoned chological to the physical. But “I think it’s already been welcome anyone who needs tion closes June 1. The next English the courage and made the confi - thanks to the Rachel’s Vineyard quite busy, and we’re fi nding help healing after an abortion to retreat is April 23 and is interde- dential call to Rachel Ministries retreat in 2001, she was led to out a lot of the churches that come to Rachel’s Vineyard for nominational. For more information in Dallas. Almost a year after healing, and several of those serve Spanish speakers don’t help and understanding. Kopor in English, call Rachel Ministries receiving the brochure, she took adverse effects disappeared. know about Rachel Ministries said that their purpose is to help coordinator Betsy Kopor at (817) the Rachel’s Vineyard retreat in “God heals you, and He does because it was always in English all men, women, and relatives 560-2452 ext. 267, or go to www. English, and for the fi rst time in it well,” González said. “Thanks before,” Kopor said. “Now we’re suffering from abortion to go to racheltx.org. Page 10 North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Viewpoints A primer for dealing with verbal Church bombers By David Mills realizes he’ll get it. followed at least twice (Acts 13:42-51 and This does happen once in a while, 18:5-6). He told them to tell other people when the person’s hostility masks a real about Him, but there was a limit. As wouldn’t go within attraction to God and to his Church that We think that if we can fi nd Luke’s Gospel puts it, He said, “whoso- 10 miles of that he was trying to beat down. You might just the right way to explain ever shall not receive you, nor hear your say that he was talking so loudly to words, when you depart out of that house ‘ I man,” a reader’s drown himself out. A little voice inside their problem, just the right or city, shake off the dust of your feet.” him says “Wow, the Church is really at- That was a statement, which people of the neighbor declared after tractive” and he responds by saying “The way to penetrate their defenses day would recognize, of repudiation. Inquisition! Papal aggression! The sex or neutralize their hostility, In our terms, when you realize the learning that she was going scandal! Children with leukemia! Intellec- person will not hear you, and proves to Rome and planned to see tual oppression!” as loudly as he can. they’ll respond with relief and himself deeply hostile to God or the Sometimes your answer, or maybe Church, stop arguing with him. He is the pope. just your kindess in answering him so excitement, the way someone responsible to hear the truth in the form patiently, overcomes all his objections reacts when he fi nally fi gures it comes to him, but you are not respon- The neighbor, an atheist, “kept insist- and makes him feel all right about giv- sible for convincing him. You can’t con- ing that she had no idea that this would ing in to God and joining his Church. out some new income tax vince someone who won’t be convinced, offend me and that if someone said That happens once in a while, but many and Our Lord doesn’t expect you to. He something like that to her, she wouldn’t of the people who are hostile to the Faith deduction and realizes he’ll didn’t expect his disciples to. be offended. Then she kept coming back really are hostile. get it. But there is one twist here. We must with ‘Don’t you want to know why?’” Having found a Catholic who’ll listen love our anti-Catholic friends and No, said the reader, apparently with to them, they leap to the chance to dump neighbors in every practical way we can, great fi rmness, judging from her letter. on the Church. And they’ll keep dump- beginning with praying for them. We And she was quite right to say no, and ing as much abuse and insult as they painful but looks like it’s never going may have to shake off the dust from our to say no fi rmly. can, as long as their poor Catholic victim to go anywhere, or just refuse to talk to shoes as we leave the argument, but that When people we know are really lets them. The wilier ones will some- them and give up what seems like our doesn’t mean walking out of their lives. hostile to the Church or to the Catholic times pretend to want to hear what the only chance to reach them. Put that way, Jesus went on to die for the people faith or to Christianity in general, most Catholic has to say, to suck him in, but most of us feel we ought to keep go- He’d rebuked. That’s our standard: not of us think there must be some argument at some point they’ll start their bombing ing. But that’s not a very helpful answer what they demand of us, but what we somewhere that will win them over. We raid again. They won’t stop, unless their either, because we remember all the good can, in imitation of Christ, most real- think that if we can fi nd just the right victim gives in. They have an infi nite things we’re not doing because the hostile istically do for them. Being loved may way to explain their problem, just the stock of bombs to drop and boundless friend takes up so much time and energy. change a hardened heart when argu- right way to penetrate their defenses or pleasure in dropping them. They’ll only Fortunately for us, Jesus told us what ments never will. neutralize their hostility, they’ll respond accept total surrender, and then only af- to do in these cases, when he sent his David Mills is the author of DISCOVER- with relief and excitement, the way ter destroying everything on the ground. disciples out on their fi rst mission without ING MARY: ANSWERS TO QUESTIONS ABOUT someone reacts when he fi nally fi gures They force us to a hard choice: either Him (Matthew 10:1-16; Mark 6:7-11; Luke THE MOTHER OF GOD. He can be reached at out some new income tax deduction and continue a conversation that’s not only 9:1-5 and 10:1-16), an instruction St. Paul [email protected]. Stories ‘too good to fact check’

By Sr. Mary Ann Walsh Example: The Washington Post ran an since been removed. The headline was letters were reported in The New York Times opinion piece on Palm Sunday by Irish intended to grab attention — it did — but a year ago. The story didn’t take hold then, EDITOR’S N OTE: The following commentary singer Sinead O’Connor, whose claim had not a shred of substantiation in the but with nothing better to use to keep their appeared as a guest post on the blog post of to fame in the U.S. previously was for story it headed. Fellow media outlets, story going, plaintiffs’ attorneys recycled the On Faith site of The Washington Post. a Saturday Night Live performance 18 who rightly cry indignantly when they the documents and AP thought it had the years ago when she ripped up a picture of see plagiarism among their brethren, scoop of the year. enerally I don’t battle those buy- Pope John Paul II. As the Washington Post’s gave MSNBC a pass on the libel. MSNBC There’s a lot to be reported on child ing ink by the barrel. However, theologian at the start of Holy Week, she dropped the headline and apologized after sexual abuse. It’s a sin and a crime and Grecent coverage of the Catholic declared that “all good Catholics” should the Catholic League for Religious and Civil more prevalent in society than anyone ever Church by mainstream media makes me “avoid Mass.” Rights made noise. dreamed before the 21st century. wonder what has happened to the Fourth The Web site of the same newspaper A main source for many media these Some organizations, such as the Catholic and Fifth Estates. ran a vitriolic blog entry by atheist Rich- days seems to be plaintiffs’ attorneys, who Church in the United States, have made Maybe it’s that cutbacks have decimated ard Dawkins. The British scientist called distribute old material they’ve “found” in massive efforts to deal with it. People are newsrooms of knowledge and experience. the Catholic Church an “evil, corrupt the discovery process. Plaintiffs’ lawyers learning how to spot abusers. The Catholic Maybe it’s the competition inherent in a organization” and a “rotten edifi ce” and speak of “secret” documents, more prop- Church has educated more than two mil- 24/7 news cycle that makes some stories spewed more of his anti-Catholic screed erly called “confi dential,” and offer their lion people to do so. Children are learning too good to check. Maybe it’s the current in, of all places, the On Faith section of the own interpretation of the materials as well how to protect themselves. The Catholic incivility in America where decency gets Washington Post-Newsweek blog. as Church motivation in drafting them. Church has educated more than fi ve mil- short shrift. Neither Sinead O’Connor nor Richard Media with a frightening naiveté report lion children in this regard. There are lots Some quarters of the media in the last Dawkins, while free with their opinions, on these materials as if the plaintiffs’ law- of stories there. But such stories take time few weeks seem to have a diffi culty in get- seems an expert on Catholicism. They’re yers constitute a new Oracle of Delphi. to report and plaintiffs’ attorneys make no ting stories right and fair. Fact-checkers and simply well-known. Given that editorial On Wednesday of Holy Week AP re- money promoting them. And that, at least skeptical editors may have gone the way criterion, readers might worry that if can- ported as “breaking news,” a 1963 letter for now, isn’t news. of dinosaurs. Some media appear to cite nibal Jeffrey Dahmer were still alive, the “obtained by the Associated Press” about people for infl ammability and absurdity, Post would hire him as a food critic. pedophilia that was sent to Pope Paul VI Sister Mary Ann Walsh is a Sister of Mercy not knowledge. At times it seems that bias MSNBC libeled the pope in Holy Week by Father Gerald Fitzgerald, who headed a of the Americas and director of media rela- abounds, libel runs freely, and scrutiny lies with a Web site headline “Pope describes now-closed treatment center in New Mex- tions for the United States Conference of by the side of the road. touching boys: I went too far” which has ico. What took AP so long? Fr. Fitzgerald’s Catholic Bishops. North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Page 11 Views

My new grandson’s gender is a known Living in Faith factor, but yet to be require us to live in love revealed to his mom and dad is one By Mary Morrell important thing: “It hurt Jesus to love us. We have been created in his im- What will be age for greater things, to love and to be loved. Jesus makes Himself the hungry one, the Sometimes, immersed in the His naked one, the homeless one, the unwanted one, and He many elements of our faith, we says, ‘You did it to Me.’” Name —Mother Teresa need the moment of awakening t the close of that brings us back to the source By Kathy Cribari Hamer Easter dinner of it all — love. Only from this y grandson is coming into the last year, my A world on or about the Cinco mother-in-law, Muri- vantage point can we truly live our M de Mayo, so his mother and father el, shared a charming faith, not just from the head, but — Sarah and my son John — are call- story from her child- ing him Pedro. At least temporarily. hood. deeply, from the heart. They are modern parents, so they decided to fi nd Many years ago, when out the gender of their baby before his birth; but they Muriel was four years old, are also old fashioned, so they are waiting until he her mother brought a chicken makes his appearance to choose the name that fi ts him home from the market. Though much laughter had taken a back called, “the most extraordinary best. “We’ll know his name when we see him,” they plucked, it was still necessary seat to my own moments of experience of love of neigh- tell me, confi dently. to cut off the head and feet of self-absorption. bor with a Hindu family.” She Back in the day, we didn’t have the choice of the chicken, so her mom put it Somewhere in my head recalled, “A gentleman came knowing if our babies were going to be he’s or she’s. down on the table, left the room the words of the Greeks in St. to our house and said: ‘Mother Back in the day we didn’t even know what “back in to hang up her coat, gather the John’s Gospel were ringing: Teresa, there is a family who the day” was, now that I think about it. When it was knives and prepare the chop- “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” have not eaten for so long. Do “back in the day,” did we still say “back in the day?” ping board. To her surprise, Here was Jesus sitting right something.’ So I took some rice We probably assumed “back in the day “ meant when she returned, the chicken in front of me. Never had it and went there immediately. “earlier that morning.” was gone. been more apparent to me than And I saw the children — their Anyway, “back in the day,” for us, was before color Stunned, she stood looking at this very moment. I wanted eyes shining with hunger … TV, and before Sesame Street. For my own children, at the table in wonderment. to fall to my knees in front of And the mother of the family back in the day was before high defi nition TV, simul- Then, suddenly, out from the her and ask forgiveness for took the rice I gave her and casting, 4-D ultrasound images, and Baby Einstein. bedroom came Muriel, pushing the opportunities I allowed to went out. When she came back, Apparently my back in the day was black and a small baby carriage, smiling slip away when I could have I asked her: ‘Where did you go? white, furrier, blurrier, and with lower quality audio from ear to ear as she showed loved her better. And while that What did you do?’ ” than my children’s was. off her newest addition. There, might have been cathartic for The mother had shared the It’s no wonder Sarah and John have not settled on resting comfortably amid blan- me, it would have only served rice with a Muslim family, say- a baby name yet. This is a much higher tech world ket and pillow was the chicken, to upset her and send her home ing, “They are hungry, also.” — with higher expectations than it was back in the fashionably dressed in a sweat- at the end of a delightful family Mother Teresa continued, “And day when we all had two-word names consisting of er tied with ribbon around its dinner wondering if she had there were those children, anything following “Mary.” Boys got to be Robert, neck, a dapper bonnet on its done something wrong. I would radiating joy, sharing the joy William, and Joseph. It’s a good thing our elementary head, and fi ne socks pulled up simply have to pray for the wis- and peace with their mother school classes were small. around its scrawny legs. dom to integrate this humbling because she had the love to give No one back in the day would have thought of I never heard the rest of the lesson into the way I lived the until it hurts. And you see this naming a little girl after a car, a season, an animal, or story because Muriel was now rest of my life. is where love begins — at home a semi-precious stone. No one was called Rain, Apple, laughing heartily and fully en- Sometimes, immersed in the in the family.” a foreign country — even a small one — or anything joying the memory. She seemed many elements of our faith, we Who can say it better than that had ever been a character in a Disney movie. to glow with pleasure. need the moment of awaken- that? There was no Google to search through for unique At that moment, for reasons ing that brings us back to the ideas; no one checked to see if the Internet domain beyond my understanding, I source of it all — love. Only Mary Regina Morrell is a freelance for their favorite name was still available; and no one was suddenly fully aware of the from this vantage point can writer who lives in Colonia, New thought @ would look good on a monogram. frail 88-year-old woman before we truly live our faith, not just Jersey. She most recently worked as Baby names may be harder to come by nowadays, I me. She was no longer just my from the head, but deeply, from a writer for RENEW International. think, because there are so many more newborn infant mother-in-law. She was God’s the heart. Prior to that, she was the associate words in general. Back in the day, baby verbiage was child. I realized just how many director of religious education for minimal, as was baby equipment. But now the jargon stories I had missed, how many MOTHER TERESA had such a the Diocese of Metuchen. She and has exploded. Go to a baby shower, and you will memories were locked away, vantage point. her husband are the parents of six see boosters, bouncers, boppies, and bumbos, stroll- She once described what she adult children. how many smiles and how SEE HAMER, P. 22 Page 12 North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 International

Beginning in 2001, Ratzinger eventually prevailed. The experi- Record... was forced to review all the fi les ence left many American bishops, on every priest credibly accused however, with the impression that FROM PAGE 1 of sexual abuse anywhere in the lengthy canonical trials were not Yet as always, the fi rst casu- world, giving him a sense of the the way to handle these cases. alty of any crisis is perspective. contours of the problem that vir- When the new American norms There are at least three aspects of tually no one else in the Catholic reached Rome, they ran into op- Benedict’s record on the sexual church can claim. In a recent position precisely on the grounds abuse crisis which are being mis- article, I outlined the “conver- that everyone deserves their day construed, or at least sloppily sion experience” Ratzinger and in court — another instance, in the characterized, in today’s discus- his staff went through after 2001. eyes of critics, of the Vatican being sion. Bringing clarity to these Beforehand, he came off as just more concerned about the rights points is not a matter of excusing another Roman cardinal in denial; of abuser priests than victims. A the pope, but rather of trying to after his experience of reviewing special commission of American understand accurately how we the fi les, he began to talk openly bishops and senior Vatican offi cials got where we are. about the “fi lth” in the church, and brokered a compromise, in which The following, therefore, are his staff became far more energetic the Congregation for the Doctrine three footnotes to understanding about prosecuting abusers. of the Faith would sort through Benedict’s record on the sexual For those who have followed the cases one-by-one and decide abuse crisis. the church’s response to the which ones would be sent back 1. NOT THE ‘POINT MAN’ crisis, Ratzinger’s 2001 letter is for full trials. First, some media reports have therefore seen as a long overdue The fear at the time was that suggested that then-Cardinal Jo- assumption of responsibility the congregation would insist on seph Ratzinger presided over the by the Vatican, and the begin- trials in almost every case, thereby Vatican offi ce with responsibility ning of a far more aggressive dragging out the administration for the sex abuse crisis for almost response. Whether that response of justice, and closure for the a quarter-century, from 1981 is suffi cient is, of course, a matter victims, almost indefi nitely. In until his election to the papacy for fair debate, but to construe the end, however, only 20 percent in April 2005, and therefore that Ratzinger’s 2001 letter as no more were sent back for trials, while for he’s responsible for whatever the than the last gasp of old attempts the bulk of the cases, 60 percent, Vatican did or didn’t do during at denial and cover-up misreads bishops were authorized to take that entire stretch of time. That’s the record. immediate administrative action, not correct. 3. CANONICAL TRIALS because the proof was held to be In truth, Ratzinger did not have Ratzinger’s top deputy at the overwhelming. any direct responsibility for man- Congregation for the Doctrine of The fact that only 20 percent aging the overall Vatican response the Faith on sex abuse cases, Mal- of the cases were subjected to full to the crisis until 2001, four years tese Monsignor Charles Scicluna, canonical trial has been hailed as a before he became pope. Pope Benedict XVI blesses the faithful at the conclusion of Easter recently gave an interview to an belated grasp in Rome of the need Bishops were not required to Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican April 4. (CNS photo/ Italian Catholic paper in which he for swift and sure justice, and a victory for the more aggressive send cases of priests accused of Paul Haring) said that of the more than 3,000 sexual abuse to the Congregation cases eventually referred to Rome, American approach to the crisis. for the Doctrine of the Faith until therefore he shares in the corpo- authorities. Technically they’re only 20 percent were subjected It should be noted, too, that by- 2001, when they were directed to rate failure in Rome to appreciate correct, since nowhere in the 2001 to a full canonical trial. In some passing trials has been roundly do so by Pope John Paul II’s motu the magnitude of the crisis until letter is there any prohibition on reporting, including the Thursday criticized by some canon lawyers proprio titled Sacramentorum sanc- terribly late in the game. reporting sex abuse to police or piece in The New York Times, this and Vatican offi cials as a betrayal titatis tutela. Prior to that, most To suggest, however, that civil prosecutors. fi gure has been cited as evidence of the due process safeguards in cases involving sex abuse never Ratzinger was the Vatican’s “point In reality, few bishops needed of Vatican “inaction.” church law. got to Rome. In the rare instance man” on sex abuse for almost 25 a legal edict from Rome ordering Once again, however, those Hence to describe that 20 per- when a bishop wanted to laicize years, and to fault him for the mis- them not to talk publicly about who have followed the story cent fi gure as a sign of “inaction” an abuser priest against his will, handling of every case that arose sexual abuse. That was simply closely have almost exactly the cannot help but seem, to anyone the canonical process involved between 1981 and 2001, is mislead- the culture of the church at the opposite impression. who’s been paying attention, would be handled by one of the ing. Prior to 2001, Ratzinger had time, which makes the hunt for Back in June 2002, when the rather ironic. In truth, handling Vatican courts, not by Ratzinger’s nothing personally to do with the a “smoking gun” something of a American bishops fi rst proposed 60 percent of the cases through offi ce. vast majority of sex abuse cases, red herring right out of the gate. a set of new canonical norms to the stroke of a bishop’s pen has, Prior to 2001, the Congregation even the small percentage which Fixing a culture — one in which Rome, the heart of which was up to now, more often been cited for the Doctrine of the Faith got wound up in Rome. the Vatican, to be sure, was as the “one strike and you’re out” as evidence of exaggerated and involved only in the exceedingly 2. THE 2001 LETTER complicit as anyone else, but policy, they initially wanted to draconian action by Ratzinger rare instances when the sex abuse In some reporting and com- one which was widespread and avoid canonical trials altogether. and his deputies. occurred in the context of the mentary, a May 2001 letter from deeply rooted well beyond Rome Instead, they wanted to rely on a Obviously, none of this is to confessional, since a canonical Ratzinger to the bishops of the — is never as simple as abrogating bishop’s administrative power to suggest that Benedict’s handling tribunal within the congregation world, titled De delictis graviori- one law and issuing another. permanently remove a priest from of the crisis — in Munich, at the handled cases involving abuse of bus, is being touted as a “smok- That aside, here’s the key point ministry. That’s because their Congregation for the Doctrine of the sacrament of penance. That, ing gun” proving that Ratzinger about Ratzinger’s 2001 letter: Far experience of Roman tribunals the Faith, or as pope — is some- for example, is how the case of attempted to thwart reporting from being seen as part of the over the years was that they were how exemplary. An accounting Father Marcial Maciel Degollado, priestly sex abuse to the police or problem, at the time it was widely often slow, cumbersome, and the needs to be offered if this pope, the founder of the Legionaries of other civil authorities by ordering hailed as a watershed moment outcome was rarely certain. and the church he leads, hopes to Christ, ended up in the congrega- the bishops to keep it secret. toward a solution. It marked Most famously, bishops and move forward. For that analysis tion, and it’s also why offi cials That letter indicates that cer- recognition in Rome, really for experts would point to the case of to be constructive, however, as in the Milwaukee archdiocese tain grave crimes, including the the fi rst time, of how serious the Father Anthony Cipolla in Pitts- opposed to fueling polarization directed the case of Fr. Lawrence sexual abuse of a minor, are to problem of sex abuse really is, burgh, during the time that Don- and confusion, it’s important to Murphy there. be referred to the Congregation and it committed the Vatican to ald Wuerl, now the Archbishop of keep the record straight. One certainly can question for the Doctrine of the Faith, getting directly involved. Prior Washington, was the local bishop. how Ratzinger’s offi ce handled and that they are “subject to the to that 2001 motu proprio and Wuerl had removed Cipolla from John Allen is NCR senior cor- those exceptional cases, and the pontifi cal secret.” The Vatican Ratzinger’s letter, it wasn’t clear ministry in 1988 following alle- respondent. His e-mail address is record seems painfully slow and insists, however, that this secrecy that anyone in Rome acknowl- gations of sexual abuse. Cipolla [email protected]. ambivalent in comparison with applied only to the church’s in- edged responsibility for manag- appealed to Rome, where the how similar accusations would ternal disciplinary procedures, ing the crisis; from that moment Apostolic Signatura, in effect the Reprinted by permission of Na- be dealt with today. Moreover, and was not intended to prevent forward, the Congregation for the Vatican’s supreme court, ordered tional Catholic Reporter, 115 E. Ratzinger was a senior Vatican anyone from also reporting these Doctrine of the Faith would play him reinstated. Wuerl then took Armour Blvd., Kansas City, MO offi cial from 1981 forward, and cases to the police or other civil the lead role. the case to Rome himself, and 64111 www.ncronline.org North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Page 13 State / International New Corpus Christi bishop, Bishop W. Michael Mulvey, reminded of duty to serve all, especially the poor and weak

By Paula Beaton The transition of leadership and sixth bishops of the Corpus far from their father’s house and will fl ourish and become as the Editor, SOUTH TEXAS CATHOLIC was bittersweet as Bishop Car- Christi Diocese, retired Bishop their mother’s embrace — the Lord wants it to be,” he told the CORPUS CHRISTI (CNS) — With mody received lengthy applause Rene H. Gracida and Archbishop Church.” congregation. a challenge to remember all he from the crowd and reiterated Roberto Gonzalez of San Juan, He also told him to never forget A native Texan who was will serve, especially the “poor the words he said during his Puerto Rico. He told Bishop “the fi rst and last stages of life” ordained a priest of the Austin and the weak,” Cardinal Daniel 2000 installation as head of the Mulvey, “It should encourage you where the unborn “do not have Diocese in 1975, Bishop Mulvey, N. DiNardo of Galveston-Hous- diocese. because you do stand on great a name and the elderly and ill 60, was named administrator of ton ordained Bishop-designate “The pope could have sent you shoulders.” may have deeply forgotten their Austin after then-Bishop Gregory W. Michael Mulvey to the epis- a more intelligent bishop, a better The cardinal told Bishop Mul- names.... You give them a name: M. Aymond was appointed to the copacy and installed him as the preacher, a better administrator, vey that as chief shepherd, and cherished and beautiful!” Archdiocese of New Orleans in eighth bishop of Corpus Christi but he could not have sent you together with his brother priests, In his remarks to the congrega- August 2009. He was appointed March 25. a bishop that would love you Christ will never fail to “sanctify tion, Bishop Mulvey spoke of the to Corpus Christi in January. More than 300 priests and 30 more,” he said. “I hope I have your people.” He encouraged warm greeting he received during After his ordination as a priest, bishops, including Archbishop kept that promise. But then it was him to be “wise and prudent in the week leading up to his episco- he served in many Central Texas Pietro Sambi, apostolic nuncio to an easy promise to keep because directing your fl ock,” and inter- pal ordination, with “one excep- parishes and in administrative the United States, joined a congre- you are a lovable crowd.” jected, “Never forget a sense of tion — the person who honked roles with the diocese. gation of nearly 1,200 in Corpus He welcomed Bishop Mulvey humor.” at me” while on a Corpus Christi In addition to parish assign- Christi Cathedral to celebrate the and asked all to join him in prayer In addition to getting to know freeway. He said that people had ments, Bishop Mulvey served as three-hour liturgy. that his successor “will truly be his “chief collaborators” — the told him, “We do not honk at each a high school chaplain; director of Many priests and parishioners our father, our friend, and our priests, deacons, and religious other in Corpus Christi,” to which spiritual formation at St. Mary’s from the Austin Diocese, the new brother.” communities — Cardinal Di- Bishop Mulvey added, “I’m sure Seminary in Houston; associate bishop’s home diocese, were at During his homily, Cardinal Nardo called Bishop Mulvey to he was from Austin.” director of the Center for Spiri- the Mass. DiNardo drew a comparison “above all, love the faithful and Getting to know his priests will tuality for Diocesan Priests of the Bishop Mulvey succeeds between the “yes” Mary gave energetically serve like the “yes” be a priority, said the new bishop. Focolare Movement in Florence, Bishop Edmond Carmody, 76, a at the Annunciation and Bishop of the Virgin Mary.” He noted the signifi cance of serv- Italy, and director of a similar native of Ireland who had served Mulvey’s “yes” to serve. He urged him to “be mindful ing as bishop of a diocese named center in Hyde Park, New York; Corpus Christi for 10 years at He spoke of the apostolic suc- of the faithful who are poor and for the body of Christ. vice rector of St. Mary’s Seminary; the time of his retirement in cession of bishops and acknowl- weak, the immigrant strangers, “I hope together you and I can and chancellor and vicar general January. edged the presence of the fi fth the ones who have wandered continue this great legacy ... so it of the Austin Diocese.

two women from Albania, and a Pope and he asked that social harmony man from Japan. come to those places experiencing Pope... The pope also baptized a small Benedict terrorism and social and religious FROM PAGE 1 boy from Russia. The boy’s god- XVI leads discrimination. In reference to the heightened father, a priest, hoisted the boy Before celebrating the Resur- criticism about how the Church up in his arms to hold his head the Way of rection, Pope Benedict presided and Pope Benedict have handled over the baptismal font. over the candlelit Way of the Cross clerical sex abuse cases, Cardinal The pope used a golden shell the Cross at Rome’s Colosseum April 2. Sodano told the pope that the to pour the holy water over each service “The day of greatest hope Church and “the people of God catechumen’s head. The newly is Good Friday” when Christ, are with you.” baptized, wearing white shawls, at the through his death, becomes the The cardinal thanked the pope had a brief personal exchange source of life for all of humanity, for his strength and courage, with the pope when they brought Colosseum he said. and said Catholics’ faith will not the offertory gifts to the altar. in Rome Christ’s gift of love on the cross be shaken by the “current petty In his homily at the vigil Mass, transforms reality, he said, so that gossip” and other “ordeals that the pope said baptism marks April 2. “from betrayal can come friend- occasionally strike the Church the beginning of a process of ship, from repudiation, pardon, community.” renouncing a world of greed, (CNS and from hatred, love.” The basilica’s steps and central lies, and cruelty and a culture photo/ Thousands of people, most balcony were carpeted with col- that worships power. holding candles, attended the orful tulips, hyacinths, blooming Through baptism, the person Paul evening service and listened to trees, and other greenery; the is freed from the pursuit of plea- the meditations written by Italian more than 24,000 fl owers and sure, which has done nothing Haring) Cardinal Camillo Ruini. shrubs were donated by compa- but destroy all that was best in Under an awning on a hill over- nies in the Netherlands. humanity, he said. looking the Colosseum, the pope Under a cold rain, Pope Bene- Becoming a Christian is not stood and then knelt through the dict read his message and gave “mere cleansing, still less is it a entire 90-minute service while his blessing after celebrating somewhat complicated initiation women and men from Haiti, Easter morning Mass with tens of into a new association. It is death The next morning, after cel- in the Middle East, especially in Iraq, Vietnam, the Democratic thousands of people gathered in and resurrection, rebirth to a new ebrating the Easter Mass, the the Holy Land; he offered con- Republic of Congo, and Italy, front of St. Peter’s Basilica. Even life,” he said. pope called for an end to “the solation to persecuted Christian as well as two Franciscan friars huddled under umbrellas, the Once stripped of the “old multiple tragic expressions of a minorities, especially in Iraq and from the Holy Land carried a crowd was jubilant, chanting the garments” of one’s life of sin, culture of death which are be- Pakistan; he denounced “the black wooden cross through and pope’s name and waving soggy he said, the Christian puts on coming increasingly widespread, dangerous resurgence of crimes around the Colosseum. banners and fl ags. new clothes of “love, joy, peace, so as to build a future of love and linked to drug traffi cking” in After the 14th station, Cardinal The pope offered Easter greet- patience, kindness, goodness, truth in which every human life Latin America and the Caribbean; Agostino Vallini, the papal vicar for ings in 65 different languages, faithfulness, gentleness, and is respected and welcomed.” and he expressed his hopes that Rome, handed the cross to the pope, including Tamil, Aramaic, Chi- self-control.” He called on world leaders to the people of Haiti and Chile who stood and held it aloft. nese, and Guarani. Baptism is “the beginning of a fi nd the inspiration and strength could rebuild the areas struck by Pope Benedict left the Vatican The night before, during the process that embraces the whole to promote economic policies earthquakes earlier this year. after the Holy Week and Easter Easter Vigil Mass in St. Peter’s of our life — it makes us fi t for that follow “the criteria of truth, The pope also called for peace celebrations to spend a few days Basilica, Pope Benedict baptized eternity,” so that a person is wor- justice, and fraternal aid.” and reconciliation in Africa, espe- resting at the papal residence and confi rmed a woman from thy of appearing before God and In his Easter message, he called cially in the Democratic Republic in Castel Gandolfo, south of Sudan, a woman from Somalia, can live with Him forever. for an end to war and violence of Congo, Guinea, and Nigeria; Rome. Page 14 North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Diocesan Fifth-graders prepare to hear God’s call in their lives at annual Fifth Grade Vocation Day By Joan Kurkowski-Gillen “That’s a great question. There Correspondent just aren’t enough sisters to do that,” replied Sr. Yolanda, whose ister Yolanda Cruz, answer underscored the need for SSSMN, a veteran pre- more local vocations. The Fifth Grade Vocation Day, senter at the annual Fifth held March 24 at Holy Family Church in Fort Worth, is designed Grade Vocation Day, is to encourage young people to used to fi elding questions start thinking about the future — particularly service to God and from inquisitive 11-year- his Church. According to research studies, introducing vocation olds fascinated about life awareness in the fi fth grade is ap- in a convent. propriate because it is the fi rst of several decision-making periods “They want to know all about in a young person’s life. Known us. What do we do during the as the 11-3-3 model, these critical day? Who cooks for us? How times are age 11, the third year in many different kinds of sisters high school, and the third year in are there? Are you happy?” she college. explains, recalling the friendly Geared to interest young minds, interrogation. “They’re searching the daylong program begins with Fifth-graders Casey Chambers and Maycie McBride from Holy Family School in Fort Worth lead other students in the for insight into our lives and why Mass followed by brief presenta- responsorial psalm during the annual Fifth Grade Vocation Day Mass held March 24. (Photo by Joan Kurkowski-Gillen) we want to be a sister.” tions by priests, sisters, or seminar- But one inquiry seemed to ians who share their own vocation hopes to “plant a seed” that allows instrument in helping the Lord your lives,” he pointed out. “It’s capture the reason why the Dio- stories with their impressionable students to consider working for plant the seed of his call to religious your job to fi nd out what it is.” cese of Fort Worth has sponsored listeners. After the brief, informal the Church as a career option. life in the hearts of some of the God provides an important the event every year since 1999. talk, the youngsters are encour- “For the past seven years, I’ve students there,” said Sr. Yolanda, tool to help youngsters during the An enthusiastic student from All aged to ask questions. been invited to participate in this who serves as her congregation’s discovery process. Saints School raised her hand to By meeting adults who have event, and every time I come away Vocations director. “As we read the Scripture, open ask, “Why aren’t there more sisters answered the call to religious so motivated and hopeful know- Filling in for Bishop Kevin Vann our hearts to God, and ask Him to in the schools?” life, the diocesan Vocations Offi ce ing that perhaps I was a small who was still recovering from knee lead us, He will use the Scriptures surgery, Father James Hart, chan- to speak to our hearts and minds,” cellor of the diocese, celebrated the Fr. Hart said. “He will bring us to Vocation Day liturgy and told the a place where we recognize what youngsters about his own faith God is calling us to do.” FRANCISCANS OF journey. Raised an Episcopalian, Bennigan McCoy said his teach- Fr. Hart told his attentive audi- er, Barbara LaChance, prepared his THE HOLY LAND ence he always felt drawn to the classmates for the vocation day priesthood. program by discussing the differ- “But I had to become a Catholic ent ways people serve God. fi rst, and it took me a long time “We’ve been talking about to fi gure that out,” he explained. vocations in religion class,” said Holy Land Franciscans have a vocation “God was clear. I just didn’t un- the Sacred Heart fi fth-grader from unlike any other in the world: to care for derstand.” Muenster. “But I hope to learn As a Protestant minister work- more by being here today.” &hristianity¶s holiest sites for the Eene¿t of ing at St. Andrew’s Episcopal LaChance feels 11-year-olds all the faithful, and to serve the Christian Church in downtown Fort Worth, are eager to start preparing for community in the land of Our Savior. Fr. Hart described how he would the future. sneak into the back of St. Patrick “This is the right age to start Cathedral each Wednesday dur- thinking about vocations,” she ARE YOU CALLED TO JOIN US? ing the exposition of the Blessed explained. “They’re very excited Sacrament. to be here with the other fi fth-grad- “I would kneel down and ers. It’s a wonderful opportunity pray,” he said. “Praying before for them to talk with the priests, Contact Fr. Jacob Matthew at the Blessed Sacrament gave me sisters, brothers, and deacons.” [email protected] or the courage to leave my job as At the end of the day, fi fth grade 202-526-6800, ext. 334 an Episcopal minister — leave boys received a Superman-style everything — and ask the bishop trading card that depicted a priest to sponsor me.” and urged, “Be a different kind of After receiving the sacrament of hero.” Girls were given a small confi rmation from the late Bishop poster inscribed with the mes- Joseph Delaney, Fr. Hart took fur- sage, “Everyone has a vocation ther instruction and was ordained from God.” Each student received a Roman Catholic priest. brightly colored vocation wrist “I’ve never regretted it,” he con- bracelets. tinued. “It’s a wonderful life serv- “We need to build up the Body ing Christ and serving the people of Christ with more sisters, broth- of God, especially at Mass.” ers, and priests,” diocesan Director During his homily, Fr. Hart told of Vocations Father Kyle Walter- the fi fth-graders the word voca- scheid explained to the roomful tion comes from the Latin word of fi fth-graders. “This is going to voco to call. make the Church of the future so “God has a call on each one of very strong.” North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Page 15 Diocesan

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It strengthen those who are sick and Register Today! was the annual diocesan Chrism to remind them of our constant phone: 940-321-6020 Mass, March 30. prayers which hold them most or online at MONTSERRATRETREAT.ORG Traditionally observed in the dear in the Body of Christ … to Diocese of Fort Worth on the anoint catechumens and infants Visit our website for complete calendar and info También podemos desarrollar programas en español Thursday preceding Palm Sunday, with the strength of Christ … and Mary Lopez of St. Patrick Cathedral this year the Mass took place on the to anoint the baptized, presbyters, pours oil into bottles for parish a place . a program . an experience Tuesday evening of Holy Week, as bishops, our altars, and places representatives to take back with them. 80 priests concelebrated the Eucha- of worship, to anoint them with rist with Bishop Kevin Vann. the sweet odor of the Gospel, the to be done with great care,” he A sanctuary of people from all blessed presence of the Anointed said. 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had seen for the fi rst time the layers of hardship that fall on the poor. It changed her. “I’ll never “Yes, Lord, you know see things the same way again,” she said. The that I love you.” change was inevitable for Laura. For the previous couple of years she had — John 21:16 been growing a great deal in her faith. As she matured she began to want an even deeper relationship with Jesus, so she April 18, Third Sunday of Easter. joined several other teens in a program Cycle C. Readings: exploring Christ’s call to justice. Their search for understanding included the bus 1) Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41 ride, spending time with local refugee fami- Psalm 30:2, 4-6, 11-13 lies, and studying Catholic Social Teaching. 2) Revelation 5:11-14 “From now on when I look at Gospel) John 21:1-19 people’s attitudes and the way we do things in society, I will always think about these people I met and came to love,” Laura said. “I’ll act differently and I’ll have to say something about it. I have By Jean Denton to, even though I know people won’t agree or won’t listen or aura boarded a city bus “just to see what it’s won’t like it.” likeL to have to depend on public transportation.” Laura had learned the lesson Jesus offered Him, one will be compelled to do diffi cult things The high school senior struck up a brief conver- Peter in today’s Gospel: “When you grow old — things he or she previously could disregard. sation with another rider who soon got off at a … someone else will dress you and lead you If one truly loves Jesus, no matter how hard supermarket. Laura stayed on the bus observ- where you do not want to go.” When one grows the task, his disciple must respond to his call to ing the various passengers and soaking up the into a mature, committed love relationship with tend his sheep. experience. After several hours the man she’d met earlier happened to get back on the same bus. He car- ried a full sack of groceries. “I couldn’t believe how much time he’d had to spend just waiting QUESTIONS: for the bus and riding. He had to plan everything What was an occasion when you were compelled by your love and com- to fi t the bus schedule,” Laura said, her voice rising as she recognized the true enormity of the mitment to Christ to do something you wished you didn’t have to do? task when she said the word “everything.” As she chatted with her new friend, Laura What made it diffi cult? How did you gather the strength to do it? Copyright © 2010, Diocese of Fort Worth Believers must give courageous witness of love, says pope

By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY — If Christians truly believe that Jesus has risen, Pope Benedict XVI they must allow his love and goodness to shine through their greets pilgrims words and their actions, Pope Benedict XVI said. as he arrives to “We will truly and completely be witnesses of the Lord’s resur- lead his general rection when we allow the lavish- ness of his love to shine through audience in St. us and when in our words — and even more in our gestures — peo- Peter’s Square at ple can recognize the voice and hands of Jesus himself,” the pope the Vatican April said April 7 during his weekly general audience. 7. (CNS photo/Paul An estimated 21,000 people gathered under sunny skies for Haring) the audience in St. Peter’s Square, which was still full of Easter fl owers. The pope, who returned to the about cases of clerical sexual abuse one that means the promise of new minds and hearts include situa- violence and misunderstanding,” Vatican by helicopter from the and the Church’s handling of life is not simply a wish. tions where violence is replaced the pope said. “The celebration papal villa at Castel Gandolfo accusations, Pope Benedict said, “New life in Christ must shine with peace, where justice is pro- of the paschal mystery and the and went back to the villa south “The good news of Easter requires in the life of each Christian; it must moted, where people patiently en- joyful contemplation of the resur- of Rome after the audience, fo- a work of enthusiastic and coura- be alive and active,” demonstrat- gage in dialogue, where respect is rection of Christ, who vanquishes cused his remarks on the need geous witness. Every disciple of ing that “it really is capable of shown for others and where men sin and death with the power of to proclaim Christ’s resurrection Christ, including each one of us, changing one’s heart and whole and women make personal sacri- love, is a favorable moment for to the world. is called to be a witness.” existence,” the pope said. fi ces to assist others, he said. rediscovering and professing our As newspapers around the The pope said the resurrection The signs that Christ’s victory “Unfortunately, we also see trust in the risen Lord with greater world continued to carry stories of Jesus is “a historical fact,” and over sin and death is changing much suffering in the world, much conviction,” he said. North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Page 17 Scripture Readings

But reach out to Jesus, hold on tight He’s been there before and he knows what it’s “God will wipe like away every tear You’ll fi nd he’s there. from their eyes.” The reading from Revelation says something — Revelation 7:17 similar:

April 25, Fourth Sunday of Easter. Then one of the elders said to me, Cycle C. Readings: “These are the ones who have survived the time of great distress; .... 1) Acts 13:14, 43-52 The one who sits on the throne will shelter Psalm 100:1-3, 5 them. 2) Revelation 7:9, 14b-17 They will not hunger or thirst anymore.... Gospel) John 10:27-30 For the Lamb who is in the center of the throne will shepherd them and lead them to springs of life-giving water, By Jeff Hedglen and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes.” ’ve heard it said that there are only two guar- antees in this life: death and taxes. Well, I know I Some trouble is bound to come to each of us, of at least one more: troubling times. I have yet but trouble doesn’t mean that God is not here. to meet someone who has not had some trouble Jesus himself had trouble in his life. He took it in his or her life. Maybe it was a diffi cult breakup to his Father and was resurrected from it. In this of a relationship, an illness, or the death of a Easter season the message is the same for all of loved one. Maybe it was the loss of a job, an us. Jesus is waiting to quench our thirst and wipe auto accident, or a fi nancial crisis. Many people I our tears. It doesn’t mean trouble will not come, know have had multiple hard times hit them like just that he who has been there before will be aftershocks from an earthquake. here with us now. As I read this week’s Scriptures, a song by Rich Mullins came to mind. The lyrics, in part, are: QUESTIONS: There’s bound to come some trouble to your How have you been comforted by God or his Church during a trou- life But that ain’t nothing to be afraid of ... bling time? What light does our faith shed on the reality of trouble in the I know there’s bound to come some trouble to your life world? Where do we fi nd hope and strength to carry on? Copyright © 2010, Diocese of Fort Worth Easter brings us hope for the challenges of life By Jeff Hedglen of Easter for this aspect of your urrection morning, pain and life. suffering was just a part of life, ll the colored eggs have Every day is fi lled with ups and The Resurrection also sheds and death was the fi nal step in been found and the light on our most important a fi nite journey. But when the Abonnets have been put downs, but they are also fi lled with journey, life to death to life. Re- stone was rolled away and Jesus away for another year. The jelly- cently, in a homily at a funeral was no longer dead, the mean- beans, Cadbury eggs, and Peeps Easter possibilities, a chance for growth Mass, I heard that there is a ing of life was altered forever. have been eaten and all that is from hard times, a shot at joy out of difference between praying for Yes every day is fi lled with left in the Easter baskets is that a cure and praying for heal- ups and downs, but they are green stringy fake grass. Easter sorrow, an opportunity for hope when ing. The priest said that when a also fi lled with Easter possibili- is over. Well, not exactly. loved one gets sick, we should ties, a chance for growth from Easter is not just a day, it is all seemed lost, a glimmer of meaning pray with everything we have hard times, a shot at joy out of a season that lasts 50 days and for a cure to the illness. We sorrow, an opportunity for hope culminates with Pentecost. Fifty to a life that can seem aimless.... are to trust in the power of the when all seemed lost, a glim- days of celebrating the Risen Resurrection and in Jesus the mer of meaning to a life that Christ. Fifty days of refl ecting divine physician to fi nd a cure can seem aimless, and, most on the triumph over death. Fifty power to transform our daily this cup away from me; still, for this person. importantly, a promise of a sure days of reveling in the Father’s struggles into opportunities for not my will but yours be done” Then he went on to say that and complete healing birthed love come to us in the sacrifi cial triumph. This is not just some (Luke 22:42). This prayer, given when it becomes clear that a from death. form of his Son, our Lord, Jesus pithy theological blather, but it to us by Jesus, is vital because cure is not going to happen, we “Jesus Christ is risen today, Christ. is also not as easy as falling off a it is a complete surrender to then turn our prayers to heal- Alleluia” is not just a refrain for But Easter is not just a 50-day boat and landing in water. Expe- God’s will even if, for now, it ing. Not a physical healing, but the fi rst Sunday after Lent; it is season either. It is an every riencing deep truth often takes means some pain. So, when a for their soul and the ultimate the daily cry of the Church, the day “Jesus is risen so I can go some considerable work on our diffi cult time comes, whether it healing of their body in heaven. hymn of our soul, and the lyric on livin’” kind of thing. The part. Just as Jesus turned his suf- be relationship struggles, work We also pray for a healing of that unleashes unlimited pos- signifi cance of the Resurrection fering and death into Resurrec- issues, physical illness, depres- suffering, fi rst for the person sibilities. permeates all of creation and tion and victory, so too we can sion, or any other malady, ask who is sick, but also for the Jeff Hedglen, youth minister at St. penetrates every moment of our turn around our troubling times. Jesus to help you carry it like healing of all who are grieving Bartholomew Parish in South- lives; at least that is the idea. Je- But also like Jesus the way to the He carried his cross. When you this illness, and for the grief that west Fort Worth, is the principal sus did not suffer, die, and rise joy is through the pain. do this, you, in an important comes after our loved ones pass organizer of Camp Fort Worth each again so we could celebrate for The most important step in way, unite your suffering with from this life. summer. Readers with questions a few days and eat some candy. this journey through the pain is Jesus’ suffering, and this is the Easter faith is loaded with can contact Jeff at jeff@stbartsfw. The Resurrection has the “Father, if you are willing, take path to experiencing the power possibilities. Before that Res- org. Page 18 North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Catechesis Salvation, santifi cation requires faith through works By Lucas Pollice s we conclude the If I love God and fi rst year of Why have faith in Him, ACatholic? and our I am going to give study of the Profession of all of myself to Him. Faith, we look more deeply Faith is not simply at the question of salvation the submission of my and that “We believe in life intellect, but it is the everlasting.”

Before we discuss the Last Things, or complete submission heaven, hell, and purgatory, we must fi rst look at what salvation is and what it means of my intellect and to be saved. Catholics are often asked by other Christians, “Are you saved?” This will to God... A boy and girl kneel in prayer at a Catholic church in Havana, Cuba. The message above them reads: “In silence, listen to God. Pray, can be a diffi cult question to answer be- converse, contemplate ... and go on to serve a brother.” (CNS photo/Claudia Daut, Reuters) cause this question is one of the biggest differences between Catholic and Protes- tion is a free gift of Christ. What Paul is process of ongoing conversion. God does Omniscient, Eternal God who created tant theology. What is this difference and saying is that exterior works of the Old not want to simply cover up our sins. the entire universe out of nothing is only how should we respond to this important Covenant such as circumcision or ritual He wants to make us a new creation, able to put a band-aid over my wound question? cleansing cannot bring salvation, but He wants us to literally and completely and forget my sin? God sent his only Son only faith in Christ. become pure and holy. into the world to die a brutal, and tortur- ‘ARE YOU SAVED?’ However, James later says, “See how While works do not “earn” salva- ous death on the cross only to merely Most Protestants see salvation as a a person is justifi ed by works and not by tion, they are, however, a prerequisite to cover up what is corrupt in me? So God, remarkably simple act. They believe faith alone. … For just as a body without becoming saved. Note the difference. We who is our loving Father, who wishes that we are justifi ed by simply accept- a spirit is dead, so also faith without did nothing to earn God’s act of redemp- the best in all things for us and can do all ing and acknowledging Jesus as our works is dead” (James 2:24, 26). tion. That was a total and complete gift things for us, can only bandage but not personal Lord and Savior, or by pray- WOW! What a contradiction! It seems of utter love and mercy. However, works heal my sin? NO! ing what they would consider to be the as if the Word of God just completely are necessary to become saved. Faith itself God desires to heal all of us, the “acceptance prayer.” If you have ever contradicted itself. Actually, it did not. is not just an act of the intellect. (See interior man, to restore us and make us watched shows such as the 700 Club or It was just speaking of the two different Matthew 19:16-17; Matthew 25:31-46; Luke perfectly clean from all stain of sin and other Protestant ministry shows, you’ve aspects of justifi cation, or the process of 6:46-49; 1 John 2:3-4; Romans 2:5-8) corruptness so that we can fully share seen how they will invite you to say this being saved. In order to fully understand Thus, what we do is intimately con- in his life! Matthew 5:48 is the perfect prayer and accept Jesus as your Savior. the Catholic and true New Testament nected with who we are. If I am a faith- example: “So be perfect, just as your In their view of things, once you sin- notion of salvation, we need to make ful and loving husband, it will show in heavenly Father is perfect.” Jesus did cerely say this prayer in your heart, you an important distinction between being what I do. If I commit an unfaithful act, not say, “you are saved, but don’t worry are justifi ed, or made righteous before redeemed by Christ and being sanctifi ed. then I do intrinsically not love my wife. about it. I’ll just cover it up and forget God, because He covers up your sins For Catholics, justifi cation is the Action follows from being! It is no differ- about it.” He wants us to be totally per- and allows you to stand rightly before process of being both redeemed and sancti- ent with God! fect, just like He is! 1 Peter 1:15-16 echoes Him. Once you are “saved” you cannot fi ed. For example, I know with complete Therefore, if I love God and have the same: “As he who called you is holy, lose your salvation, because what we certainty that Jesus died on the cross and faith in Him, I am going to give all of be holy yourselves in every aspect of do, good or bad, has nothing to do with rose from the dead in order to expiate the myself to Him. Faith is not simply the your conduct, for it is written, ‘Be holy our salvation. God simply “forgets” our sin of the world and open up the gates submission of my intellect, but it is the because I am holy.’” God wants us to be sin. All we need is faith in Him alone; of heaven and the fl oodgates of grace for complete submission of my intellect and perfectly holy, He wants to purify and works do nothing to gain or take away all mankind. Thus I am redeemed by the will to God who reveals Himself. He wash clean every part of us so we can be salvation. To more fully understand their blood of the Lamb. He has paid the price, did not just say to love the Lord your fully human and fully participate in his position, we must examine a few points. won me the ticket to heaven. There is God with your mind. He said, “Love life! First, Protestant theology has fol- nothing that anyone can do to earn this the Lord your God with all your mind, So after all this, how do we answer, lowed the cry of Sola Fide or “faith gift. This is what Paul is referring to in your heart, your soul, and your strength “Are you saved?” We should say, “I am alone” which was fi rst proposed by Romans. Redemption is a free gift for all. and love your neighbor as yourself.” redeemed by the blood of Christ, I trust Martin Luther in response to abuses This is God’s part of the bargain. Thus, the act of faith in itself implies that in him alone for my salvation, and, as (especially some abuses and tactics con- However, I am sanctifi ed (which means what we do has everything to do with it, it the Bible teaches, I am ‘working out my cerning the selling of indulgences) in the to become holy; a saint) in as much as I co- defi nes who we are! As James says “faith salvation in fear and trembling’ (Philippi- 16th century Church. He saw “works” operate with the grace that fl ows from the without works is dead.” ans 2:12) knowing that it is God’s gift of as “magic tricks” and false promises of redemption and the law of love revealed grace that is working in me.” salvation. and perfected by Jesus Christ who “fully GOD DOES NOT WANT TO SIMPLY Protestantism insists that we are saved reveals man to Himself.” I have to cash ‘COVER UP ’ OUR SINS by faith in Christ alone, and that nothing the ticket in! This is the response of faith. Quite the contrary! God desires to Lucas Pollice is director of we can do can earn or affect salvation. While salvation comes through faith alone completely heal and restore to us all Catechesis and Adult Faith This is a half-truth that is an overreac- and not works, faith requires a response the goodness that was lost. Man is not Formation and RCIA for tion to preserving the idea that salvation of love that manifests itself in works, as totally corrupt, but has the capacity for the diocese. Lucas holds from Christ is a free gift that cannot be James so clearly tells us. This is our part sharing in God’s life and doing good in a degree in theology from earned. They often quote Romans 3:28 to of the bargain. his sight. the Franciscan University make their point, “For we consider that a Thus, justifi cation or sanctifi cation Protestants argue that man is totally of Steubenville and has a person is justifi ed by faith apart from the is a wondrous cooperation between the corrupt after the fall, and that by accept- master’s degree in theological studies from works of the law.” While this seems to redeemer and the sinner in which God ing Jesus as your Savior, your sins are the Institute for Pastoral Theology of Ave be a convincing argument, it only paints desires to heal and transform the inner “covered up” and that God “forgets” Maria University. He is an adjunct profes- half of the picture that must be taken in man so that he may literally become a your sin. However, we remain incapable sor of theology with the Cardinal Newman view of the whole. Yes it is true that we son of God! It is a lifelong process of be- of truly doing good. Institute in Fort Worth. Lucas and his wife, are justifi ed by faith in Christ and noth- ing a handmaid of the Lord, a daily yes to Think about it! So you are telling Mary, have fi ve children, Cecilia, Nicholas, ing we do can “earn” salvation. Salva- all He has for us and a rejection of sin, a me that the All-Powerful, Omnipotent, Timothy, Christian, and Julia. North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Page 19 América

Ofrecemos oraciones por nuestro arzobispo José Gomez, al ser nombrado arzobispo coadjutor de Los Ángeles Roma, aprendí sobre los deberes y las su dedicación a los no nacidos, el Estimados hermanos y responsabilidades de un arzobispo cuidado de los hispanos y de todos los hermanas en Cristo, Como mentor y amigo, metropolitano en los cánones 435-437. inmigrantes, y la dedicación a Nuestra ha sido un modelo para Estos cánones se refi eren al cuidado Señora de Guadalupe. He intentado que el arzobispo debe tener para refl ejar e incorporar éstos valores en n este mí en estos cinco años. En sus obispos y diócesis sufragáneas. mi vida y ministerio. tiempo su incansable ministerio Todos nosotros en la provincia de Al ser nombrado como arzobispo como pastor, refl ejando al San Antonio — obispos, sacerdotes, coadjutor, ofrezco mi agradecimiento y y personal diocesano — hemos personal, ayuda fraternal, oraciones E Buen Pastor, ha sido una experimentado el cuidado y el y la confi anza de nuestra Iglesia época inspiración para mí en su ministerio del arzobispo Gomez en local de Fort Worth. Agradecemos del Señor estos últimos cinco años como nuestro su ministerio en San Antonio y en promoción de vocaciones arzobispo. la Iglesia de los Estados Unidos y Resucitado, sacerdotales, su dedicación Ha sido una bendición para mí más allá. Pedimos la intercesión de el experimentar su ayuda y amistad Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe por nosotros a los no nacidos, el cuidado Monseñor Kevin W. Vann fraternal, de manera personal. Ha esta nueva época en su vida, y le en la de los hispanos y de todos los sido un amigo y mentor maravilloso decimos “Vaya con Dios” en su nueva inmigrantes, y la dedicación a en estos últimos cinco años. Ustedes vida y ministerio episcopal en Los provincia de San Antonio y pueden recordar que él fue el Ángeles, y que “él Señor lo bendiga a NUESTRA SEÑORA DE GUADALUPE. co-consagrante principal en mi usted” por su ministerio sacerdotal y la provincia de Galveston- ordenación, junto con el arzobispo episcopal en Texas. Houston hemos recibido una — El Obispo Kevin Vann Burke y el ahora arzobispo Lucas. Diócesis de Fort Worth Como mentor y amigo, él ha sido noticia muy signifi cativa. un modelo para mí en estos cinco años. En su incansable ministerio Es una ocasión de alegría y de adiós Mahony en Los Ángeles. como pastor, refl ejando al Buen Pastor, +Monseñor Kevin W. Vann — el nombramiento del arzobispo Hace años, como sacerdote y ha sido una inspiración para mí en su Obispo de Fort Worth Gómez como coadjutor al cardenal estudiante en derecho canónico en promoción de vocaciones sacerdotales, Recuerdan a nuevo obispo de servir a todos, especialmente al pobre y débil

CORPUS CHRISTI (CNS) — Con un reto de recordar a todos los que servirá, especialmente al “pobre y débil”, el cardenal Daniel N. DiNardo de Galveston- Houston ordenó al episcopado al obispo designado W. Michael Mulvey, y lo instaló el 25 de marzo como el octavo obispo de Corpus Christi. Más de 300 sacerdotes y 30 obispos, incluyendo al arzobispo Pietro Sambi, nuncio apostólico ante los Estados Unidos, se unieron a una congregación de casi 1,200 en la Catedral Corpus Christi para celebrar una liturgia de tres horas. El obispo Mulvey es sucesor del obispo Edmond Carmody, de 76 años de edad, nativo de Irlanda, que al momento de su jubilación en enero había servido en Corpus Christi durante 10 años. La transición de liderato fue agridulce según el obispo Carmody, que recibió un largo aplauso de parte de la multitud. Reiteró las palabras que dijo durante su instalación en el 2000, como director de la diócesis. “El Papa pudo haberles enviado un obispo más inteligente, un mejor predicador, un mejor administrador, pero El obispo W. Michael Mulvey bendice la asamblea después de su instalación como el octavo obispo de la diócesis. El no pudo haberles enviado un obispo que cardenal Daniel DiNardo está a la izquierda del obispo Mulvey. El obispo Vann se encuentra al lado derecho de la foto. (CNS les amara más”, dijo. foto/Bahram Mark Sobhani) Durante su homilía, el cardenal DiNardo le dijo al obispo Mulvey que como pastor fuera “sabio y prudente al dirigir su sacerdote de la diócesis de Austin en Gregory M. Aymond fuera nombrado principal, y junto con sus hermanos rebaño”, e interpuso: “Nunca olvides el 1975, el obispo Mulvey, de 60 años de a la arquidiócesis de Nueva Orleáns en sacerdotes, Cristo nunca dejará de sentido del humor”. edad, fue nombrado administrador de agosto del 2009. Fue nombrado a Corpus “santifi car a su pueblo”. Le animó a que Nativo tejano que fue ordenado Austin después que el entonces obispo Christi en enero. Page 20 North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 América El obispo Matthiesen, que estuvo al frente de la diócesis de Amarillo, antes de su jubilación, muere a los 88 años de edad AMARILLO (CNS) — El obispo “Hemos perdido una de las jubilado Leroy T. Matthiesen de grandes voces en el movimiento de Amarillo, jefe de redacción por erradicación de armas nucleares en largo tiempo de un periódico el mundo”, dijo Dave Robinson, católico y muy conocido defensor director ejecutivo de Pax Christi de la justicia social, murió, después USA, en una declaración del 24 de una breve enfermedad, el 22 de de marzo. “Fue un gran hombre, marzo, en su residencia de Ama- enraizado en la creencia de que era rillo. Tenía 88 años de edad. la responsabilidad de las personas El obispo Patrick J. Zurek de de fe y conciencia de cambiar el Amarillo habría de celebrar la mundo en el que vivimos”. Misa funeral, el 27 de marzo en la Ordenado para servir en la iglesia de Santo Tomás Apóstol en diócesis de Amarillo el 10 de marzo Amarillo, y el entierro, a continu- del año 1946, fue enviado pronto ación, se haría en el lote familiar a estudiar al Colegio Register de del cementerio de la iglesia de Periodismo de Denver, en donde ob- San Bonifacio, en Olfen, al sur de tuvo la maestría y, posteriormente, Abilene. el doctorado en periodismo. Durante sus 17 años como A su regreso a Amarillo, fue obispo de Amarillo, el obispo nombrado jefe de redacción de la Matthiesen fue defensor abierto de edición del Texas Panhandle del una amplia variedad de asuntos de sistema Register de periódicos (hoy, LA MISIÓN CONCEPCIÓN EN SAN ANTONIO DE LA ÉPOCA HISTÓRICA DE justicia social, incluyendo la pena The West Texas Catholic) y pastor LAS MISIONES ESPAÑOLAS — La Misión Concepción en San Antonio, la de muerte, el desarme nuclear, auxiliar de la catedral del Sagrado objeción de conciencia, justicia corazón. Empezó a escribir una iglesia más antigua de la época de misiones españolas que nunca ha tenido racial, la bomba de neutrones y columna llamada Wise and Other- que ser reconstruida, aparece en esta fotografía del 18 de marzo. A la iglesia la guerra justa. Se hizo acreedor wise (Sabio y de otra manera) en el del premio Ketteler de Justicia So- periódico, en 1952, que continuó se le hicieron recientes trabajos de restauración y fue rededicada en varias cial en el año 2002 y el premio de hasta el año 1998. ceremonias y en una serie de eventos que se llevaron a cabo del 19 al 21 de Maestro de Paz por parte de Pax El obispo Matthiesen se había marzo. La Misión fue fundada en el año 1731 por padres franciscanos de Christi de los Estados Unidos, en jubilado como obispo de Amarillo el año 2009. en 1997. Querétaro, México. (Foto CNS/TODAY’S CATHOLIC) Los hombres deben rectifi car la violencia en contra de las mujeres, dice el predicador del Papa Por Carol Glatz críticas, especialmente en los juegos de video y medios de dentro de los hogares, sin que cosa pequeña”, dijo. Catholic News Service medios de difusión, de cómo la difusión. nadie lo sepa; y la brutalidad es Y recordó la práctica establecida LA CIUDAD DEL VATICANO iglesia y el Papa Benedicto han “Sin embargo, hay un tipo incluso justifi cada “con prejuicios por el Papa Juan Pablo II de pedir — Todos los hombres deben manejado casos pasados de abuso de violencia que es todavía más pseudoreligiosos y culturales”, perdón por acciones equivocadas disculparse y rectificar sexual cometido por algunos grave y está más extendido que dijo. colectivas. De los perdones los prejuicios culturales y sacerdotes. la violencia usada por jóvenes Cuando Dios le advierte a colectivos que se deben de “pseudoreligiosos” y actos de El padre Cantalamessa leyó en los estadios de deportes y Eva, después de la caída en hacer, uno “de los más justos y violencia en contra de las mujeres, una parte de una carta escrita por (demostraciones violentas) en el Jardín del paraíso, que su necesarios es el perdón que la dijo el predicador de la casa un amigo judío que no daba su las plazas públicas. Y no hablo esposo “será tu señor”, dijo el mitad de la humanidad debe papal. nombre, quien, dijo el sacerdote, aquí de violencia en contra de padre Cantalamessa, las palabras pedir a la otra mitad, los hombres En su homilía de la liturgia como muchos judíos, “sabe lo menores, concerniente a la cual de Dios eran “una amarga a las mujeres”, dijo. del Viernes Santo de la pasión que es ser víctima de violencia incluso algunos miembros de predicción y no una autorización” Y estas disculpas no deben de Nuestro Señor, en la basílica colectiva”. la clerecía son miserablemente o consentimiento de agresión. ser “ni genéricas ni abstractas”, de San Pedro, el 2 de abril, En la carta se condenaban: los culpables”, dijo. Cuando Dios creó a los sino que deben conducir a una el padre capuchino Raniero ataques en contra de la iglesia, El padre Cantalamessa dijo: hombres, no “les dio el derecho conversión real y gestos concretos Cantalamessa enfocó su prédica el Papa y los fi eles; el uso de “Hablo acerca de la violencia en de irritarse y golpear con los de reconciliación dentro de la sobre la respuesta cristiana ante estereotipos; y la conversión de contra de las mujeres”, añadiendo puños sobre la mesa por cada familia y la sociedad, dijo. la violencia. responsabilidad individual y que había ya “sufi cientes pláticas En el servicio, presidido acciones equivocadas a una forma fuera de aquí” con respecto a por el Papa Benedicto XVI, el de culpa colectiva, diciendo que abusos sexuales en contra de Mecanismos para reportar la · llamar al número de emergencia padre Cantalamessa dijo que no la situación actual le recordaba al menores, cometidos por algunos conducta sexual inapropiada para el abuso sexual: (817) 560- quería hablar de abusos sexuales autor judío de “los aspectos más sacerdotes. Si usted o alguien que conozca 2452, es víctima de conducta sexual Ext. 900 cometidos por algunos sacerdotes vergonzosos de antisemitismo”. Las mujeres víctimas de abuso · o llamar al Centro Católico al y del escándalo provocado por En la parte principal de su “se encuentran desesperadamente inapropiada por parte de cualquier persona que trabaje número: (817) 560-2452, ext. ellos, pero sí lo hizo al fi nal de homilía, el padre Cantalamessa solas y sin defensa. Solamente para la iglesia, sea voluntario, 102 y preguntar por el canciller/ su homilía. denunció la continua violencia hasta ahora, gracias al apoyo y empleado, o miembro del clero, moderador de la curia, el padre El padre Cantalamessa y brutalidad en el mundo, estímulo de tantas asociaciones puede reportarlo de las siguientes James Hart mencionó recientes críticas sobre llamándolas “sobras arcaicas e instituciones, algunas mujeres maneras: Mecanismo para reportar la iglesia, el Papa y los católicos y una regresión a épocas hallan la fuerza para hablar en · llamar a Judy Locke, abuso Coordinadora de asistencia para del mundo. primitivas”. Y enumeró algunas público y denunciar la culpa”, Llamar al Ministerio de familias víctimas, al número (817) 560- Y a pesar de que no mencionó formas modernas de violencia, dijo. de Texas Servicios de protección 2452, Ext. 201, o, mandarle correo (Servicios de protección de niños) específicamente el asunto de incluyendo el abuso de la fuerza La violencia en contra de las electrónico a [email protected] al número:(800) 252-5400. abusos sexuales, era obvio bruta en las escuelas y la violencia mujeres es especialmente grave, que se refería a las crecientes en las películas cinematográfi cas, pues con frecuencia se ejerce North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Page 21 América Marcaria González ha experimentado la gracia de Dios a través del Viñedo de Raquel; ahora ayuda a otras mujeres que han sufrido por causa de abortos

retiro del Viñedo de Raquel (Rachel’s ti. Aunque es algo muy grave, Por Juan Guajardo Vineyard), en inglés, y, por primera Dios me ha perdonado y ¡desde Asistente editorial vez en más de una década, se cuando! Y cuando regresé del sintió perdonada, y en paz. Es retiro del Viñedo de Raquel, fue n bebé de once más, al comprender la magnitud como volver a la vida para mi y de sus decisiones, adquirió mayor para toda mi familia”. meses. Una respeto por la vida, desde la Con un nuevo punto de vista en concepción hasta la muerte. la vida, González está trabajando Upañelera. Un “Creo que Dios me reconstruyó para ayudar a otras mujeres y folleto. Una iglesia. Todo fi rmemente; lo viejo lo hace nuevo, hombres que han sufrido con las y aquí estoy”, dijo González en consecuencias del aborto, para se juntó un día en 2001 una entrevista en su parroquia encontrar la recuperación que actual, Nuestra Señora del Pilar, ella también observó después de para crear una secuencia en Dallas. “No me maté, porque varios “años muy difíciles, muy de eventos que cambiaría si llegué al punto de suicidio, oscuros, y cargados de pecado”. porque es mucho”. Desde el 2001 ha voluntariado con la vida de Macaria Durante la entrevista, González los Ministerios de Raquel en Dallas, mostraba su sonrisa de vez y en 2007, ella y Betsy Kopor, González, una madre que en cuando, señal de su nueva coordinadora de los Ministerios había sufrido por años paz y tranquilidad después de de Raquel para la diócesis de Fort más de una década de culpa y Worth, comenzaron un trabajo después de múltiples sufrimiento. para crear servicios en español “Y quiero vivir así; estoy feliz, para el ministerio en Fort Worth. abortos, tanto naturales muy en paz. El Viñedo de Raquel me Este octubre pasado, después como intencionales. ha dado mucho — Dios, a través de un año de preparación y del Viñedo de Raquel”, González trabajo haciendo las traducciones, explicó. “Me dicen que siempre innumerables llamadas de Su hijo de once meses, Johnny, me estoy riendo y bromeando. Así teléfono, correos electrónicos es. Es la confi anza que te regresa y varios días trabajando desde un niño pequeño muy activo, Macaria González ya caminaba por sí mismo, y el Señor; te regresa donde tienes “mañana hasta la noche”, Kopor González está convencida que lo que estar. Con Él”. y González, por parte de los consejeros profesionales y siempre va a estar allí, pero … he que hizo ese día no fue una mera González dijo que atenerse Ministerios de Raquel, empezaron trabajadores sociales, quienes sido perdonada por Dios y Jesús, coincidencia. Mientras estaban a las consecuencias de el primer retiro de fi n de semana reciben entrenamiento y tienen y me aman inmensamente, y es sentados al fondo de la iglesia, múltiples abortos no fue fácil, en español. González fue la conocimientos de factores que darle vuelta a la página”, comentó Johnny estaba jugando con los y esas decisiones afectaron su moderadora. pueden afectar a las personas González. “Es la gracia de Dios catálogos de un puesto de folletos, autoestima, resultando en años “Fue una experiencia después de un aborto. Además, que te hace sentarte, mirarte a los al lado de González. Agarró un de terapia, uso de píldoras contra maravillosa, y estamos varios de los voluntarios pueden ojos y decir: ‘Sí, esto pasó en mi folleto y se lo llevó a González. la depresión, y cigarrillos—un desarrollando nuestro equipo”, identifi carse con las mujeres y vida. ¿Pero sabes que? Dios me “Era muy inquieto”, González hábito que por fi n ha derrotado. comentó Kopor. “De veras fue un hombres buscando ayuda, ya ha perdonado’”. dice de su hijo. “Yo me quedaba Resistió el sufrimiento, gran retiro”. que también han sufrido abortos “Dios no se mide. No se mide atrás por esa misma razón”. permaneciendo siempre ocupada Kopor y González anticipan y han participado en el retiro, con su amor, su compasión y su El niño pequeño le entregó y sumergiéndose en sus estudios coordinar dos retiros en español añadió Kopor. misericordia”. el folleto a González, quien lo y trabajo, pero nada funcionaba cada año. Para facilitar el “Queremos que vengan y que Ahora, González tiene ganas ojeó y comprendió que contenía por mucho tiempo. proceso de matrícula, números consigan la ayuda que necesiten, de acompañar a otros en su información sobre el Viñedo de “Era tan caótica mi vida, tan de teléfonos y direcciones para encontrar paz después de un camino para la recuperación y la Raquel, un programa de retiros caótica”, admitió. “Eché a perder electrónicas actualmente son aborto, que es algo tan difícil”, paz. También está disfrutando de que ayuda a curar—emocional y años de mi juventud; los tiré a la dedicadas solamente a personas Kopor mencionó. “Te sientes su vida, nuevamente encontrada, espiritualmente—a los hombres basura porque te vuelves muy buscando ayuda en español, tan sola y aislada después de un y pasando tiempo con sus hijos, y mujeres que han sufrido por disfuncional. Perdí mucho de mi dijo Kopor. El sitio Web de los aborto, así que es maravilloso Alexandra, 13, y Johnny, que causa de abortos. tiempo. No estaba centrada; no Ministerios de Raquel, www. estar en un ambiente donde otros ahora tiene 11. Inmediatamente González lo tenía paz. Haces muchas cosas racheltx.org, igualmente tiene entienden y pueden ayudarte a “Yo no les llamo mis hijos; les puso de nuevo en su lugar, no en tu vida, tratando de apagar y una página en español. sobrepasar lo peor. llamo mis bendiciones. ¿Cómo queriendo recordar sus abortos, callar lo que es un aborto, y no es “Pienso que ya hemos estado “Con Macaria, quedas en han sido mis hijos mi bendición? pero especialmente no queriendo fácil— es muy fuerte”. bastante ocupados, y estamos buenas manos. Ya lo he visto. Han sido mi salvación. Si Johnny llevarse ese folleto a casa. Sin Comentó que hay distintos encontrando que muchas iglesias Hace una tremenda labor, y su no me da el folleto, yo no estuviera embargo, al llegar a la casa después efectos que el aborto causa sobre que atienden a una población de dedicación es admirable. Bendito aquí”. de la misa, fue sorprendida cuando una mujer, desde lo psicológico a habla hispana no conocen los sea Dios que la tenemos como comenzó a sacar las cosas de la lo físico. Sin embargo, gracias al servicios de Ministerios de Raquel, parte de nuestro equipo aquí en pañalera y encontró el folleto. retiro del Viñedo de Raquel en 2001, ya que antes siempre eran en Fort Worth”. “Lo metió el niño; yo no sé, logró una recuperación, y varias inglés”, dijo Kopor. “Ahora les Kopor y González, las dos, le Para más información, o para pero siempre oí en mi cabeza, ‘Es de esas consecuencias adversas estamos diciendo que hay ayuda dan la bienvenida a cualquiera matricularse en el próximo para ti, mami’”, comentó. desaparecieron. disponible”. que necesite ayuda con su retiro del VIÑEDO DE RAQUEL, González lo escondió, pero “Dios te sana, y sana bien”, González añadió, “Es muy recuperación después de un envíe correo electrónico a seguía pensando en el retiro, y qué admitió González. “Gracias a grande lo que el obispo y Betsy han aborto, y las invitan a visitar el [email protected] o apacible parecía ser. Pero dijo que Dios, mis dolores corporales se hecho con la comunidad hispana, Viñedo de Raquel, para encontrar llame a MINISTERIOS DE R AQUEL sus sentimientos de culpabilidad, el fueron; mi depresión, mi coraje, dándole su apoyo a Ministerios de ayuda y comprensión. Kopor al (817) 886-4760. El próximo no saber que esperar, y un proceso mi desesperanza— todo. Yo Raquel”, especialmente notando aseguró que su propósito es retiro será el 23 de abril, y será difícil de divorcio hicieron llamar estoy feliz, y estoy en paz. Hay que el aborto es condenado en la ayudar a hombres, mujeres y para todas religiones. Para extremadamente duro. Por fi n, un futuro, hay esperanza, y el cultura y abundan varias ideas parientes que han sufrido a causa más información en inglés, después de seis meses, encontró Señor me ama. equivocadas. de algún aborto, para que se llame a la coordinadora de el coraje para hacer esa llamada “A través del retiro fue que González y Kopor enfa- acerquen a Cristo, “donde está MINISTERIOS DE R AQUEL, Betsy confidencial a los Ministerios pude entender; pude llorar mis tizan que los retiros son la verdadera salvación”. Kopor al (817) 560-2452, ext. de Raquel (Rachel Ministries), en bebés; pude decir; pude hablar; completamente confi denciales, González comprende esa 267, o vaya al sitio web www. Dallas. Casi un año después de pude expresar todo— porque es y son organizados con la ayuda recuperación. Ella la ha superado. racheltx.org recibir el folleto, participó en el mucho lo que llevas dentro de de voluntarios, sacerdotes, “Ya lo vi; ya lo sentí. 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Accreditation (COA) accredited Centennial… organizations in the DFW area. The international organization FROM PAGE 24 there also was a steady up- seeks to foster higher standards God and Christ. This light then, ward development in Catholic for human services organiza- which we all know by faith al- Charities, now a treasure to the tions through its accreditation ways conquers darkness, began Metroplex of the 21st century. process. Heather Reynolds, a series of works of mercy and A broad chronology of the president/CEO, was recently love that grew to be the Catholic agency’s development led from chosen by the Fort Worth Charities of Fort Worth.” the founding of St. Teresa’s Business Press to be among 40 In the history that inter- home in 1931 to refugee resettle- individuals younger than the vened between lawlessness and ment in 1975, in the post Viet- age of 40, who “exemplify the today’s Downtown Fort Worth, nam War era, and the 1991 Lady best and the brightest in Tarrant Hogan project to extend services County,” according to Richard to victims of the Dixon, FWBP publisher. HIV/AIDS Previous directors of Fort epidemic. Worth Catholic Charities have Students from Nolan Catholic High School’s Nolan Ambassadors Today, been Monsignor Eugene Wit- participate in the liturgy. The Ambassadors helped distribute Mass Catholic Chari- kowski, Clem Constantine, and programs to members of the congregation. ties is one of Karen Spicer. eight Coun- “That is our history and in “I would think that for our part of our diocese.” cil on the communion of saints, we work of charity… to be its Closing the Mass, Reynolds know that’s still a part of us,” fullest and its strongest and to attributed the successes of Cath- Bishop Vann said, at the an- honor what we have received, it olic Charities to a simple “yes” niversary Mass. “The challenge needs to mirror …that fi rst con- 100 years ago. for us today, I believe, is to take versation of Bishop Dunne with “We are an organization that that vision and the conversa- the ladies aid society. The apos- says, ‘yes,’” she said. “I thank tion of Bishop Dunne with the tolic work of Catholic Charities you for celebrating our hundred Father Luke Robertson, TOR, prays over the gifts at the Centennial Catholic Ladies Aid Society, and shines brightest and is strongest years with us today. I thank you Mass. Fr. Luke is the lead case manager with Catholic Charities’ Street live that conversation with the when it is seen as integral to the in advance for all you will do in Outreach Services program, working with Fort Worth’s homeless. Body of Christ today. life of the Church and a pivotal our next hundred years.”

Abby. And she was defi nitely ing, while looking down in the fi lled to brimming this year I also know this: God Hamer… not named after a Road. pews where Justin’s mom is — people even knelt in the knows Pedro’s name right What a guffaw our heavenly praying. And every year, at our back aisles. God had named now. FROM PAGE 11 Father must enjoy, when He parish, the name of St. Justin every one of those people; and swings, snugglies, and snuz- watches us skirmish to fi nd is included in the Litany of the all were praying to his only Kathy Cribari Hamer, zlers. You will hear yourself the correct name for the beings Saints. Son, also named by Him. a member of St. An- saying, “What does that do whose name He has carved in Even though I have heard I can’t wait for the Cinco de drew Parish, has fi ve exactly?” And then you will his hand since the beginning this repeated for nearly two de- Mayo, when we will welcome children, Meredith, realize that most of what they of time. That’s his time, mind cades, my mind and heart are Pedro into the world. I will re- John, Julie, Andrew, do for the baby, you did with you. That is way, way back in jarred when we sing, “James, member back in the day when and Abby. In May just a bouncy knee, both arms, the day. Phillip, and Justin,” and the John was born and helped 2009 her column received the second and a hip. Mothers do know their crowded sanctuary, Marilyn complete my life. place award for best family life col- Back in the day if you babies’ names when they see and Jerry included, respond, I know that, like my baby umn by the Catholic Press Associa- owned the words “layette” and them, and that makes me “pray for us.” I watch my John, my grandbaby will tion for the second time in two years “crib” (use them three times happy. I know Sarah’s baby friend Marilyn wipe her eyes. I receive the name God wants at the Catholic Media Convention in and they’re yours, the nuns will be named for a saint and wipe my eyes. Jerry wipes his. for him, even though we won’t Anaheim. In 2005, Kathy’s column used to say), you were good not necessarily a football hero. There we all stand, our large know what it is until we see was recognized with the fi rst place to go. At least you were good Between the two parents, baby parish community, together him. award in the same category. to go home from the hospital. Pedro will be titled perfectly, naming the 4-year-old boy who (Back in the day you didn’t and when they say his name, once was. But now, with the even need a car seat for the it will be with a reverence and faith of our Catholic teachings, By Jean Denton drive.) love that is almost holy — no, we are singing of him and also Copyright © 2010, Jean Denton One time we did go home completely holy. praying to him, as the saint he from the hospital with no baby When my friends Marilyn is now. name. We had a beautiful baby and Jerry gave birth to their Sarah and John, like every though, and she still is. But only son, they knew his name mother and father, will know for the longest time we called immediately. It was Justin. I the name of their baby when her Baby Goofy, for absolutely got to watch him for a few of he arrives. Marilyn and Jerry no reason. Finally we named his short, almost-fi ve years. knew theirs, and now some- her Alison Therese — after the Every Easter at the vigil times they say it with the prefi x Little Flower. For some reason, Mass, I stand in the choir loft “saint.” though, everybody calls her were Justin’s father is sing- Easter morning Mass was North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Page 23 Calendar DIVORCE CARE SERIES MEN’S / WOMEN’S DISCERNMENT ST. PETER FESTIVAL ICCS OPEN HOUSE St. Paul the Apostle Parish, 5508 Black Oak The Vocations office sponsors a Men’s St. Peter the Apostle School will hold its an- Immaculate Conception Catholic School, Ln., Fort Worth, is offering a Divorce Care To Report Misconduct Monthly Discernment the second Monday nual Spring Festival Sunday, April 25, from 10 2301 North Bonnie Brae St., Denton, Series with the addition of a companion series If you or someone you know is a victim of each month for single men ages 16 to a.m. to 5 p.m. The all-day event will feature will host a preschool and kindergarten Divorce Care for Kids (DC4K) to run with it. of sexual misconduct by anyone who 50 and a Women’s Monthly Discernment food, games, arts and crafts, entertainment, open house Friday, April 16 from 8:30 The next series, distributed by Church Initia- serves the church, you may the third Monday of each month for single and a newly expanded talent show. In addi- to 10 a.m. for children who will be ages tive, will begin Thursday April 29 from 6:30 • Call Judy Locke, victim women ages 16 to 50. The groups meet at tion, there will be a book fair, the Knights of three, four, and five as of Sept. 1, 2010. to 8:30 p.m. and will be held every Thursday assistance coordinator, St. Patrick Cathedral, 1206 Throckmorton Columbus basketball free throw challenge, Parents and their children are welcome to evening through July 22. Facilitators and (817) 560-2452 ext. 201 St., Fort Worth, from 6 to 9 p.m., to pray a silent auction, and bounce houses. There visit the classrooms and tour the school. helpers in both programs have been through or e-mail her at [email protected] together, share their vocational call, listen is no admission charge for the event. Tickets ICCS is in its 15th year and is state ac- the divorce process themselves, have been • Or call the Sexual Abuse Hotline to God, break open the Word, and to share for food and games may be purchased at the credited. The school offers an all-day trained in the program, and have attended (817) 560-2452 ext. 900 a meal together. For more information, event. St. Peter’s is located at 1201 S. Cherry five-day kindergarten program. “Little the “Keeping Children Safe” program. The • Or call The Catholic Center at contact Father Kyle Walterscheid, director Ln. in White Settlement. For more informa- Knights” preschool has an all-day program content of each session is age appropriate. (817) 560-2452 ext. 102 and ask of Vocations at (817) 560-3300 ext.110 or tion or sponsorship opportunities, call the for preschool children ages three and four DC4K is geared to children five-12 years for the chancellor/moderator of the [email protected]. school office at (817) 246-2032. years with two-day, three-day, and five-day of age, and the adult series is geared for curia, Father James Hart options. ICCS has an enrollment of 260 age 13 and older. There is no cost for this DISCERNMENT AT OLV OMM GOLF TOURNAMENT students ages three through grade eight and program. Pre-registration is preferred. Call To Report Abuse Single women, ages 18 to 45 are invited to Golfers and event sponsors are invited to serves the Denton and the surrounding area. the parish office at (817) 738-9925, leave Call the Texas Department of Family come for an evening of prayer, supper, and participate in the fifth annual Our Mother of Registration is underway for 2010-2011. a name and number; a team member will Protective Services (Child Protective sharing, hosted by the Sisters of St. Mary Mercy School golf and community-network- For information about the school, call (940) return the call. Services) at (800) 252-5400 of Namur, the first Friday of each month ing event to be held Saturday, April 24 at the 381-1155 or visit the school Web site at www. from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Glen Garden Golf Club located at 2916 Glen catholicschooldenton.org. NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING Victory Center, 909 W. Shaw St., Fort Worth. Garden Dr., Fort Worth. The format will be a The Couple to Couple League offers classes in RACHEL’S VINEYARD For more information, contact Sister Yolanda four-person team Florida Scramble with a 1 ST. ANN SPRING FESTIVAL the sympto-thermal method of natural family Rachel Ministries will host an inter-denomi- Cruz, SSMN, at (817) 923-3091 or sycruz@ p.m. shotgun start. Early registration before St. Ann Parish, 100 S.W. Alsbury Blvd., planning for married and engaged couples. national Rachel’s Vineyard weekend retreat sbcglobal.net. April 14 is $75 per player with discounted Burleson, will hold its annual Spring fes- Since the course consists of three classes for healing after abortion April 23-25. “Come rates of $60 for ladies and college/high school tival Sunday, May 2 from 11:45 a.m. to 5 at monthly intervals, engaged couples are and experience the mercy, forgiveness, and golfer participants. The price includes golf, p.m. The parking lot of St. Ann Church will encouraged to attend a course beginning at healing love of God in the company of others NTC SUBMISSION barbecue dinner, trophies, prizes, and the be transformed into a festival for all ages least four months before their wedding. To who understand what you’re going through, DEADLINE deluxe OMM golfer goodie bags full of items with food booths featuring Mexican, Cajun, and will help you find hope and healing,” barbecue, and homemade pastries. Games register for a course starting April 23 at 7 The North Texas Catholic is pub- provided by business sponsors. Registration p.m. at St. Peter the Apostle Church, 1201 encourage event organizers. The weekend and events for the children will be available lished twice monthly, except during may be made online at www.tournevents. S. Cherry Ln., White Settlement, contact is open to women, men, couples — anyone all afternoon, including duck ponds, grab the months of June, July, and Au- com/omm2010/. For more information, Bill and Mary Kouba at (817) 370-9193. hurting because of abortion. All denomina- bags, and a mini train ride. Two auctions gust when it is published monthly. contact Howard Rattliff, Jr. at (682) 365- Visit www.ccldfw.org for more class dates tions are welcome. For more information or will be held throughout the day, one indoor The deadline to submit information 6369, Michael Barks at (817) 568-9640 or and information. to register, call (817) 923-4757. All calls are the school principal, Dr. Carolyn Yusuf at and one in the parking lot. Entertainment is noon on the Wednesday of the kept confidential. (817) 923-0058. will start at noon in the Pavilion with the week before the paper is published. Trotter-Anderson Band featuring Justin COURAGE SUPPORT GROUP PARENTING WORKSHOP Items for the April 23 issue must Courage D/FW, a spiritual support group MARRIAGE ENCOUNTER Wilson on the steel guitar. Other performers “Becoming a Love and Logic Parent,” a par- be received by noon on April 14. for Catholics striving to live chaste lives Worldwide Marriage Encounter will host a will include HEB ballroom dancers, Frances enting workshop, will be offered on Monday Items for the May 7 issue must according to the Catholic Church’s teachings Marriage Encounter weekend April 16-18 and Lee Studio dancers, followed by Studio C evenings, April 12 through May 10, from be received by noon on April 28. on homosexuality, meets the second and June 11-13. Marriage Encounter is designed Dancers. A choral performance rounds out 7 to 9 p.m. at Holy Family Church, 6150 Send information to jrusseau@ fourth Friday evenings of each month. For to give married couples the opportunity to the talent with Lucy Carlton and members of Pershing Ave., Fort Worth. This six-week fwdioc.org. more information, e-mail to CourageDFW@ examine their lives together. The emphasis the St. Ann choir. The public is invited and course in parenting is designed to give of Marriage Encounter is on communication Catholic.org or call (972) 938-5433. participants practical skills that can be used remote parking will be available at Taylor between husband and wife, who spend a week- Elementary, 400 N.E. Alsbury Blvd. and at immediately. Registration is required. For end together away from the distractions and MINISTRY FOR GAYS, LESBIANS more information, contact Monica Molina ST. MARIA GORETTI RECITAL Crestmont Baptist Church, 640 N.W. Tarrant The Fort Worth diocesan Ministry with The dedication recital of the pipe organ at the tensions of everyday life, to concentrate Ave., with transportation to and from the at (817) 737-6768 ext. 102 or mmolina@ on each other. To learn more about Worldwide Lesbian and Gay Catholics, Other Sexual holyfamilyfw.org. St. Maria Goretti Parish will be held Sunday, parking lot at posted hours. All proceeds will Minorities and Their Families regularly meets April 25 at 5 p.m. with a reception to follow. Marriage Encounter, visit the Web site at www. benefit the building fund for new facilities the fourth Thursday of the month for prayer The new organ, donated by an anonymous dfwme.org. To register for the weekend, call at St. Ann. Tickets are available on site. For REFLECTION FOR MOTHERS Angelo and Shanna Nasche at (972) 317-2400 and conversation at the Catholic Renewal Good Shepherd Parish, 1000 Tinker Rd., donor, was built by Garland Pipe Organs, Inc. more information, contact the parish office or e-mail [email protected]. Center at 4503 Bridge St. in Fort Worth. The Colleyville, will host a morning reflection of Fort Worth (Opus 52) and is made up of at (817) 295-5621. next meeting will be held April 22. For more to encourage, refresh, and inspire mothers 60 ranks and four manuals. Guest recitalist information, contact Father Warren Murphy, of all ages. The reflection, sponsored by the will be nationally acclaimed Samuel Salvador TOR, at (817) 927-5383 or Doreen Rose at Archangel Motherhood Ministry, will be held Soria, organist of the Cathedral of Our Lady of (817) 329-7370. Saturday, May 1 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. A Angels in Los Angeles, California. The recital Classifi ed Section light lunch will be served at the reflection. is free and open to the public. St. Maria Goretti DIOCESAN SINGLES RETREAT Advanced registration is required. Registra- Church is located at 1200 South Davis Dr. FAMILY LIFE DIRECTOR PRINCIPAL The Diocese of Fort Worth is seeking a St. Mary School in Gainesville is seeking The Diocesan Singles Retreat will be held May tion may be made online at www.gscc.net. in Arlington. For more information, visit the full-time director of Family Life at the a strong academic and spiritual principal 7, 8, and 9 at the Catholic Renewal Center, Limited childcare is available if reserved parish Web site at www.smgparish.org or call Catholic Center. Principal duties include to lead its elementary school (PK-8; 170 4503 Bridge St., Fort Worth. The retreat by April 24. For more information, contact the parish office at (817) 274-0643. providing diocesan programs in English students). The position is available for the “Walking With Jesus” will begin Friday night Allison Flagg-Sullivan at (817) 564-5392 or and Spanish that enhance the Catholic 2010-11 school year. Candidate must be at 7:30 p.m. Saturday will include a day of by e-mail at [email protected]. SAN MATEO FESTIVAL vision of family life, specifically in a practicing Catholic, have a master’s de- sharing and interactive sessions. Participants San Mateo Mission, 3316 Lovell Ave., Fort marriage preparation, marriage enrich- gree, 18 hours in administration, and three are asked to bring linens for a twin bed, a ST. JOHN SUMMER CAMP Worth, will hold its Religious Education Fes- St. John the Apostle Parish will offer a weekly ment, troubled marriages, divorced and years experience in a Catholic School. Bible, note pad, walking shoes, and snacks to tival Sunday, April 18 on the church grounds summer camp June 1 to Aug. 27 for children widowed persons, and natural family Administrative experience preferred. share. There will be a break Saturday evening from 1:30 to 6:30 p.m. The festival will feature ages one through eighth grade. The camp will planning. The director also serves as a Submit a letter of interest, résumé, refer- for those not wishing to stay for Sunday. The a variety of food, including the Men’s Club’s be available Monday through Friday from 7 resource for parishes regarding families ences, and a request for an application to cost of the weekend retreat is $70 if paid in “famous hamburgers” and drinks. Other a.m. to 6 p.m. Registration may be made for and family members. Candidate must be Catholic Schools Office, 800 West Loop advance by April 22 and $80 after. Assistance activities will include live music, DJ, Carol the entire summer or specific weeks. In ad- a practicing Catholic with a bachelor’s 820 South, Fort Worth, TX 76108-2919 is available if needed. For more information, Alvarado’s Ballet Floklorico Azteca, cakewalk, dition, a summer Parents Day Out program degree (or equivalent experience) in or call (817) 560-3300 ext. 253. contact Susan at (817) 346-8023. bounce house, and games. Proceeds from theology, family ministry, or related field; will be offered from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on the event will benefit the religious education have knowledge of and faithfulness to- SILENT RETREAT WEEKEND Wednesdays only or Tuesdays and Thursdays department and the various other organiza- wards the Church’s teachings on marriage All are invited to attend the Contemplative for children ages one through five years. tions within San Mateo. Admission is free. YOUTH MINISTRY and family (Humanae Vitae, Familiaris Outreach’s annual Four-Day Silent Retreat Registrations are also being accepted for the For information, contact Laura Moreno at Holy Family of Nazareth Church in Vernon Consortio and other Magisterial teach- May 13-16 at Montserrat Jesuit Retreat fall sessions. St. John’s is located at 7341 [email protected] is looking for a coordinator of Youth ings); possess the ability to lead, teach, House, 600 North Shady Shore, Dallas. Father Glenview Dr. in North Richland Hills. For more Ministry to effectively lead an active and make presentations. Fluency in Eng- William Fickel, SSS, from Cleveland will be information call (817) 595-2654. OLV ANNIVERSARY EVENT and thriving youth ministry in one of lish and Spanish language (written and the retreat leader. This retreat is designed for All are invited to join Our Lady of Victory the friendliest towns in Texas. A group CALIX SUPPORT GROUP spoken) is required. Some evening and those interested in deepening their spiritual School for a once in a lifetime celebration of of talented young people and a dedicated Calix, a monthly support meeting for Catholics weekend work is expected. The Diocese practice in an atmosphere of silence, solitude, dinner, games, dancing, and auction honoring team of adult volunteers are already in who are alcoholic and others who are strug- of Fort Worth offers excellent pay and and community. Registration form and details its 100th anniversary. The event will take place place and eager to find a coordinator gling with addiction and seeking recovery, benefits to its employees. If interested in are available online at www.CellOfPeace. April 17 at 6 p.m. at St. Bartholomew Church that will continue the growth of this is offered the first Saturday of each month at this position, visit www.fwdioc.org for a com or e-mail, to CPDallas@CellOfPeace. in the Great Hall, 3601 Altamesa Blvd., Fort well-formed and successful ministry in 10 a.m. in the chapel of Holy Family Church, full job description and on-line applica- com, or call (972) 722-6029. Registration Worth. Tickets may be purchased from the the Northwest Deanery of the Diocese of 6150 Pershing Ave. in West Fort Worth. Calix tion. E-mail completed application with a deadline is April 30. OLV office, 3320 Hemphill St., Fort Worth. Fort Worth. Qualifications are an active, meetings focus on enhancing spiritual growth résumé and cover letter to msimeroth@ Catholic faith life, a bachelor’s degree in through sharing Eucharist, discussion, For more information call (817) 924-5123 ST. AUGUSTINE GROUP or contact Rachael Garnett at rgarnett@ fwdioc.org. Mark Simeroth, director of ministry, theology, education or related and fellowship. For more information, call Human Resources, will contact qualified The St. Augustine Men’s Purity Group, a olvfw.com. Sponsorship opportunities are field, and experience in working with Deacon Joe Milligan at (817) 737-6768 applicants for an interview. Application support group for men who struggle with available. youth and young adults, as well as parish ext. 105. deadline is April 30. sources of sexual impurity such as those staff and volunteers. Applicants should found on the Internet, meets regularly VOCATION RETREAT IWBS DISCERNMENT be well versed in comprehensive youth in Room 213 at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Women interested in knowing about religious The Sisters of the Incarnate Word and Blessed SERVICES AVAILABLE ministry as laid out in the RTV. Salary School, located at 2016 Willis Lane, Keller; life are invited to a “Come and See” retreat Sacrament will host a “Come and See” week- General construction work/repairs inside and benefits will be commensurate with at 1301 Paxton Ave. (Padre Pio House) in Saturday, April 17 from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. at end for single Catholic women up to 50 years and out including topsoil, sand, gravel, education and experience. Résumés can Arlington; and at Immaculate Conception Jesus the Good Shepherd Convent of the of age. The weekend will be offered April washed materials, driveways, concrete, be sent to Father Jack McKone, Holy Fam- Parish in Denton at 2255 Bonnie Brae St. Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, 1814 17-18 at Incarnate Word Convent in Victoria. backhoe, and tractor services. Custom ily of Nazareth Church, 2200 Roberts St., For additional information, visit the Web Egyptian Way in Grand Prairie. To register, For more information, call (361) 575-7111, mowing lots and acres. Call (817) Vernon, TX 76384; or e-mail to pastor@ site at www.sampg.com, or e-mail to Mark call Sister Mary Paul by April 14 at (972) e-mail [email protected], or visit the Web 732-4083. hfvernon.org. at [email protected]. 642-5191 or (972) 262-5137 ext. 24. site at www.iwbsvictoria.org. North Texas Catholic, April 9, 2010 Page 24 Good Newsmakers Catholic Charities leaders and supporters gather for a Mass March 17 at St. Patrick Cathedral to celebrate a Century of Service Story and Photos by Kathy Cribari Hamer Correspondent “A light began to shine which was n that very the love of God and Christ. This light day and then, which we all know by faith always at that conquers darkness, began a series of very place works of mercy and love that grew to be Owhere it all began, the Catholic Charities of Fort Worth.” Fort Worth Catholics gathered last month to — Bishop Kevin W. Vann Diocese of Fort Worth speak about, remem- ber, and thank God Catholic Charities has served women.” millions since March 17, 1910, Anticipation of Catholic for a century of good when an agreement between Charities’ centennial anniver- works. Bishop Edward J. Dunne of sary led toward the completion what was then the Diocese of of its new facility, a building Dallas and a group of women project that was more than three — the Catholic Ladies Aid Soci- years in the making. The Catho- ety — began a history-making lic Charities Fischer Family Catholic Charities Fort Worth President Heather Reynolds shares with venture that involved a simple Campus on Fort Worth’s South the congregation her story that moved her to become involved in the goal: to perform corporal works Side would make its own his- organization. of mercy. tory, combining all the agency’s “This is indeed a special day works into a single location. olds explained, Timothy was Vann reminded the assembly that we celebrate together in At its early 20th century standing, and when welcomed of where they were seated. “In the eyes of our Lord and in the beginning, Catholic Charities to sit down, he did not do so. this neighborhood now, that presence of each other,” Father had seen itself simply: provid- “One of the other children is bright, colorful, and clean Luke Robertson, TOR, said at ing for the needy and caring piped up and said, ‘Timothy and bustling with life of all the 100th anniversary liturgy. for orphaned and abandoned can’t sit; he has been hurt too kinds,” he said, “we are part Fr. Luke is lead case man- children. Today, the agency con- bad.’ Shocked, I looked at this of the renovation and renewal ager with Catholic Charities’ cerns itself with a larger menu small child as he stood and of our city. But let’s take a look Street Outreach of services: Alliance for Infant shook through the entire class. back 100 years ago. You know Services program, Survival, child welfare services, I don’t know how I made it what we are experiencing this working with Fort residential services, family ser- through the next hour. As soon evening would not have taken Worth’s home- vices, refugee and immigration as it was over, I remember get- place then.” less. “We come services, and disaster prepara- ting in my car and just crying. He described the Downtown together aware tion and response. Under those “But, God moved my heart area, “on the edge of what of the many ways umbrellas are more than 30 pro- through this. If I hadn’t known people used to call ‘Hell’s Half God has showered grams that yearly serve more before, I knew now that this Acre,’” full of saloons and his blessings upon than 111,000 individuals. was the organization that God “establishments that would us,” Fr. Luke said, “I will never forget one of called me to say ‘yes’ to. I am have brought their share of the “gifts and skills my fi rst experiences at Catholic sure each of you have your unsavory side of life — dark- and talents Charities,” Catholic Charities own Catholic Charities story on ness, family problems, violence, he has President Heather Reynolds what made you say ‘yes.’” disrespect for life, immorality, given us said, following the anniversary The St. Patrick’s Day celebra- coupled with a lot of lawless- to use Mass. She described 5-year-old, tion included both a Mass and ness. That’s where we were 100 for the Timothy, an abused child who a reception. Present were the years ago. service had come to the shelter a few Catholic Charities Board, who “But in the midst of all that,” Bishop Kevin Vann, still recovering from a major knee of our days before his fi rst group ses- participated in the liturgy, and a Bishop Vann said, “a light began surgery, delivers his homily at the Centennial Mass for fellow sion. Although all the children sanctuary full of supporters. to shine which was the love of Catholic Charities from his CATHEDRA, or bishop’s chair. men and were sitting in a circle, Reyn- In his homily, Bishop Kevin SEE CENTENNIAL, P. 22

MAILING LABEL: Please enclose label with address change or inquiries concerning mail delivery of your paper. Thank you. Inside... This issue of the NTC Our Lady of Victory School is Macaria González works with Ra- “Are you saved?” is a question Catho- about to turn 100 years old. Check chel Ministries to help provide heal- lics often hear from their Protestant out what alumni from the last cen- ing to post-abortive women whose friends. Lucas Pollice offers a Scripture- tury remember about their alma primary language is Spanish. Read based way to respond and defend the mater run by the Sisters of her powerful testimony of what Catholic teaching of salvation St. Mary of Namur. 6-7 led her to this amazing ministry. 9 by faith through works. 18