John Paul II’s coat of arms 1978–2005 Serving the ChurchCriterion in Central and Souther n Indiana Since 1960 www.archindy.org April 15, 2005 Vol. XXXXIV, No. 27 75¢ May Christ Welcome You Into Paradise (CNS)—Pope John surrounding the Vatican. Hundreds of thou- Paul II “offered his life for his flock and sands of other pilgrims watched the funeral for the entire human family,” the of on big-screen televisions set up in the main

the told hundreds of squares of and at a university on the CNS photo from Reuters thousands of people gathered on April 8 outskirts of the city. for the pope’s funeral and burial. In his , Cardinal Ratzinger said Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, the dean, Pope John Paul’s life was a constant presided over the Mass concelebrated by response to Christ’s call to all believers, 164 of the world’s 183 cardinals. Another “Follow me.” 500 and 3,000 priests, wearing Even when he was called to enter into red stoles, participated. “the communion of Christ’s suffering” as he Kings, queens, presidents—including aged and Parkinson’s disease rendered him U.S. President George W. Bush—cabinet unable to walk and later unable to speak, ministers and ambassadors representing Pope John Paul continued to follow, the car- more than 140 nations sat off to one side dinal said. of Pope John Paul’s casket. “The pope suffered and loved in commu- On the other side of the sat the nion with Christ, and that is why the mes- representatives of the Orthodox, Oriental sage of his suffering and his silence proved Orthodox, Anglican, Protestant and so eloquent and so fruitful,” Cardinal U.S. evangelical communities. Ratzinger said. Ten Jewish and 10 Muslim organiza- As television cameras swung round to tions sent delegations, as did Buddhists, the of the papal apartments, the Sikhs and Hindus. German cardinal said Pope John Paul had An estimated 300,000 people filled come to the window on March 27 to give St. Peter’s Square and the streets See FUNERAL, page 10 The tomb of Pope John Paul II, seen on April 9, is located in a grotto L'Osservatore Romano below the main level of St. Peter’s

Basilica at the CNS photo from Vatican.

A priest assists Piero Marini, right, in placing the Book of the Gospels on the casket of Pope John Paul II during his funeral Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on April 8. A cypress casket marked with a simple cross and an “M” for Mary bore the body of the Polish pontiff, who died on April 2 at age 84. Conclave includes viable papal candidates from several continents VATICAN CITY (CNS)—The cardinals time for an Italian again—one who can use frontrunner leaves ample space for the gathering to elect Pope John Paul II’s suc- the traditional skills of compromise and action of the Holy Spirit. But it also allows cessor will represent the most international consensus-building to increase unity in the for subtle persuasion during closed-door conclave ever held, with influential electors Church. deliberations—called “general congrega- and viable papal candidates from several Despite years of public speculation by tions”—held by the College of Cardinals in continents. the media and private reflection by the car- the days before the conclave begins, and in Pope John Paul’s more than 26-year pon- dinals, there is no clear favorite in the con- the informal meetings that take place tificate saw the world’s Catholic population clave that will convene to elect the 265th among small groups of cardinals in Rome. shift toward America, Africa and parts Roman pontiff. “You can expect the cardinals to get seri- of Asia, and many observers think the “The Italian cardinals appear divided, as ous about looking for a successor when moment has arrived for a Third World pope. they were in the last conclaves [of 1978.] If they sit down in the general congregations. That would be a revolution, but hardly a the Latin American cardinals were to unite For the first time, they’ll be discussing the shocking one: Cardinals from developing behind a single candidate, that might be future of the Church without the pope being countries today represent nearly half of con- enough to determine the election. But it’s present,” said one longtime Vatican . clave voters. not clear whether that will happen,” one The general congregations are open to all Others in Rome believe that following cardinal said in March. of the world’s 183 cardinals, but only those the first non-Italian pope in 455 years, it’s Some would say the lack of a See CONCLAVE, page 14 Page 2 The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Individuals and corporation to be honored at Spirit of Service dinner

By Brandon A. Evans Sacred Heart High School. Hospital of Indiana (now Clarian Health One of Central Indiana and the managing She still lives on the south side and vol- Partners) from 1985-2002. director of J.P. Morgan Private Bank. Six individuals and one corporation will unteers at different parishes and schools. Dias has also been on the Youth Board He is also the director of Indianapolis be honored with Spirit of Service Awards at She delivers donations to Roncalli High at St. Luke and St. Monica parishes, was a Downtown Inc., director of the St. Vincent an upcoming annual dinner to recognize School, Birthline, St. Elizabeth Coleman charter member of the archdiocesan Foundation and a the work of those striving to make the Pregnancy and Adoption Services, the Multicultural Commission and is currently member of the world a better place. Little Sisters of the Poor and the Christmas a member of her ’s Social Outreach University of Notre The annual Spirit of Service Awards Store. Committee. Dame Libraries Dinner will be held at 5:30 p.m. on She has chaired parish and school festi- She has made dozens of community Council. April 26 at the Indiana Roof Ballroom in vals at St. Roch Parish as well as helped presentations on subjects ranging from He has also been Indianapolis. with the Christmas Giving Tree, Bible teen sexuality, substance abuse, eating dis- involved in the lead- The cost of the event is $100 per person, school, bus trips and the altar society. orders and adolescent spirituality. ership of the YWCA and the funds raised will support the con- Schott has also been involved with the Ella Wagner, a member of St. Pius X Advisory Board, tinued success of the many essential distribution of Hallmark donations at Parish in Indianapolis, is being honored Catholic Social Catholic Social Services (CSS) programs in St. Roch School since 1978. with a Spirit of Service Award for her Services and his the archdiocese. She and her husband, Joseph, have nine willingness to share her time, talent and parish’s fund drive Last year alone, CSS provided food, children and 10 grandchildren. treasure for arch- J. Albert Smith Jr. to build a new clothing or material assistance to more than Mary McClelland, a member of diocesan ministries, church. 8,900 people, Christmas assistance to 497 Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in her parish and the Maribeth Smith is the chairwoman and families and professional counseling ser- Indianapolis, is being honored with a community for more chief executive officer of Maribeth Smith vices to 2,716 individuals as well as care to Spirit of Service Award for her 34-plus than 30 years. and Associates, an event consulting and the elderly, refugees, students and those in years of service to Wagner served in project management need of housing. St. Mary’s Child her career as a nurse firm. James Morris, executive director of the Center, her many in various settings. She has been United Nations World Food Program, will hours of service to She has been involved in the lead- be the keynote Adult Day Services honored with the ership of United speaker. through A Caring Msgr. Albert Busald Way of Central Morris is a native Place and her Award by the Indiana, Goodwill of Terre Haute and involvement with Ella Wagner Catholic Youth Industries and the was a longtime civic her parish. Organization, and St Vincent leader in Indian- She graduated has helped organize parish blood drives Foundation. apolis. from Marian since 1979. The couple has He served for six College in 1968 and Wagner served on the parish council three children and years in city govern- Mary McClelland was hired as a for two terms, and served on the board of Maribeth Smith eight grandchildren. ment then became preschool therapist the National Council of Catholic Women The corporate the director of com- for St. Mary’s Child Center, where she at the , archdiocesan, provincial leadership award is being given to munity development worked until 1975, when she stayed at and national levels. Marian Inc., a family-owned business James Morris for Lilly Endow- home with her first child. She continued She has been on the St. Pius X involved in the manufacture and fabrica- ment Inc., eventually to volunteer for St. Mary’s. Bereavement Committee, worked with tion of flexible, soft material component serving as president of the Indianapolis- About seven years ago, at the request of physically and mentally challenged chil- parts. based endowment. her pastor, Father Jeffrey Godecker, dren, and raised funds for the Salvation The corporation is receiving the award In his role with the World Food McClelland joined a committee to try to Army Community Center, Children’s for its exemplary leadership in service to Program, Morris oversees the world’s get parish members to volunteer at Guardian Home, St. Mary’s Child Center the Church and community through sup- largest food-aid organization, which fed A Caring Place. and the Julian Center. port of educational, social service and 104 million people in 81 countries in 2003. She has also been involved with Christ She has six children, 11 grandchildren spiritual growth initiatives. He and his wife, Jacqueline, have three Renews His Parish, Meals on Wheels, the and one great-grandchild. Marian Inc. has supported the Catholic children and six grandchildren. Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults and The community service award is being Community Foundation, Brebeuf Jesuit Besides the keynote speaker, another the Caring Community Committee. given to J. Albert Smith Jr. and Preparatory School, Our Lady of Fatima highlight of the annual event is recognition She and her husband, Carl, have three Maribeth Smith, members of St. Luke Retreat House, Catholic Social Services, of those who will receive Spirit of Service children and one grandchild. Parish in Indianapolis. Project EXCEED, Catholic center-city Awards. Dr. Philomena Dias, a member of They are being honored for their exten- schools and the United Way. Bonnie Schott, a member of St. Roch St. Monica Parish in Indianapolis, is being sive volunteer service benefiting families Parish in Indianapolis, will receive a Spirit honored with a Spirit of Service Award for and children of St. Luke Parish and for (For more information about this event or of Service Award for her continuing work her dedication to serving low-income peo- their commitment to community and civic to make reservations, call Tanya Pongracz in clothing the poor, ple in an inner-city organizations. at 317-236-1447 or 800-382-9836, ext. coordinating the neighborhood. J. Albert Smith is the president of Bank 1447.) † of items The Bombay, from corporate India, native has donors to people and lived in Indianapolis Accusations against Father Donald Evrard organizations, and for the past 20 years her ministry of car- and helped to start The Archdiocese of Indianapolis has The Archdiocese of Indianapolis con- ing to many people. New Life in Christ received a new allegation of sexual abuse tinues to provide pastoral care and coun- Schott grew up on Ministries, an orga- of a minor against the Father Donald J. seling to the victims of sexual abuse. The the south side of nization that invites Evrard, a retired priest of the archdiocese archdiocese continues to urge people to Indianapolis, and people to accept God who was removed from active ministry in come forward to report sexual miscon- attended Sacred in their lives and 1998 because of prior sexual abuse allega- duct so that it can reach out to the vic- Bonnie Schott Heart School and Dr. Philomena Dias encourages them to tions. tims. Anyone who believes that he or she later the former participate in a faith A woman recently reported the alleged has been a victim—or who knows of community of their choice. abuse to the archdiocese. The archdiocese anyone who has been a victim—of such Dias serves on the archdiocesan immediately contacted civil authorities— misconduct should contact the archdioce- Correction Evangelization Commission and helps Child Protection Services and the san victim assistance coordinator, coordinate a new Hispanic Christ Renews Indianapolis Police Department. Suzanne L. Yakimchick, Chancellor, The Catholic News Service photograph His Parish program at St. Monica Parish. Any inquiries about the investigation Archdiocese of Indianapolis, P.O. Box of Pope John Paul II featured on page 1 of She is also involved in a private medical should be directed to the police depart- 1410, Indianapolis, IN 46206-1410, 317- the April 8 issue of The Criterion was practice part-time, and was involved in ment. 236-7325 or 800-382-9836, ext. 7325. † taken by Arturo Mari. † hospital-based practice at Methodist

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The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Page 3 National seminarian conference to be held at Saint Meinrad By Sean Gallagher “I think what this conference tells the and revealed over the past few years. the Church at large is that there are men who are mature and “When we repress sexuality rather, than experience the “I know well the plans I have in mind for you, says the healthy and faith-filled who are anxious to embrace a redemption of sexuality,” he said, “its only a matter of time Lord, plans for your welfare, not for woe, plans to give you priestly vocation,” he said. “And they understand the chal- before we indulge and indulge in grossly distorted way a future full of hope” (Jer 29:11). lenges of living it and yet they’re filled with hope.” because repression inevitably leads to gross . I This was a message from the Lord that the prophet Rick Nagel, an archdiocesan seminarian in his second think that this is one way of understanding what has … Jeremiah delivered to the people of year of studies at Saint Meinrad, agreed with Father Mark. [been] unearthed over the last several years.” Israel in exile in Babylon. He wanted to “It’s an indicator of our enthusi- Nagel said that the message offered by West and the show them that, despite their difficul- asm about the priesthood, about holy other speakers is good news for all the faithful, not just for ties, a bright future lay in store for orders, about our formation in the seminarians like himself. them. seminary,” he said. “There’s a “The faithful need good news too,” he said. “They need It is the same message that the semi- tremendous enthusiasm. Every sem- hope like we need hope. Sometimes when there are dark narians at Saint Meinrad School of inarian here at Saint Meinrad is on a clouds over the Church, we all do need to rise up and share Theology have embraced and which committee and working in some what we know to be true.” they have chosen as the theme for the National Catholic capacity to be able to host this.” A “critical” truth that West hopes that the seminarians Seminarians Conference being held at the southern Indiana In his presentation, Christopher who are tomorrow’s priests will share with those to whom seminary this weekend. West, who teaches at St. John they will minister is that there is a paradoxical “comple- According to Benedictine Father Mark O’Keefe, presi- Vianney Theological Seminary in mentarity” between the vocations to the priesthood and to dent rector of the seminary, the conference was the initiative Rick Nagel Denver, will reach to the heart of marriage. of the seminarians and serves as a what many consider to be the main Pointing to what St. Paul wrote in the fifth chapter of his sign of their enthusiasm for the life challenge to the hopefulness of today’s seminarians: the life Letter to the Ephesians, West said that the sacrament of and ministry as priests that lie of celibacy which they are called to embrace. marriage is a sign of the heavenly marriage of Christ to the before them. In an interview with The Criterion, West said that a Church. The celibate life of a priest points married couples “I think it shows a real excite- priest’s life of celibacy can be a source of hope for the to the fulfillment in heaven of the sacramental life they live ment about their vocation, about faithful if they embrace the “sexual redemption” taught by here on earth. the priesthood,” he said. “And I Pope John Paul II in a series of 129 talks given over several “The ultimate destiny of every human being and the think that they, by wanting to host years in the early 1980s which, taken together, have ultimate satisfaction of our desires for love and union is this conference and all of the work become known as the . not the marriage of man and woman here on earth,” he involved in it, have a strong desire From this perspective, according to West, sexuality is said. “That’s only a foreshadowing, only a glimmer of the to network with other seminarians transformed from a satisfaction of marriage of Christ and the Church that awaits us in eter- to demonstrate their pride in the lust to the opportunity to give of nity. Fr. Mark O’Keefe, O.S.B. Church and their love for the oneself in love. “Christ called some to be celibate for the sake of the Church and their love for their “This is the paradigm for Kingdom—not because marriage is bad, not because sex is vocation.” Christian sexuality—self-donation,” dirty—but for the sake of the Kingdom. The Kingdom must More than 100 seminarians from 16 seminaries and more he said. “Not lust, but a redeemed be understood in this context as this eternal marriage, the than 40 plan to attend the conference. understanding of sexuality and a eternal union of Christ and the Church.” Scheduled speakers for the conference include redeemed experience of sexuality The hope that West wants to provide the seminarians in Felipe Estevez, an auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of that enables us to become a true gift his presentation is just one of a number of ways that the Miami, retired Benedictine Archabbot Lambert Reilly, for others. conference’s speakers will try to show the bright future for Redemptorist Father Tom Forrest, and author and speaker “Only to the degree that we the priesthood and the Church. Christopher West. Christopher West experience this liberation from lust “It’s very broad-based, which shows their sense of the Father Mark said that many in the Church today might does the celibate vocation become a facets that priestly life and ministry is going to have to think that, in light of the priestly sexual abuse scandal of the real possibility. Otherwise, it is a life of hopeless repres- embrace,” Father Mark said. “The seminarians have taken a past few years, the morale of priests and seminarians is low. sion.” very broad approach. I think it’s a sign to the laity that these But he said that the enthusiasm for this conference among In fact, West argued that this unredeemed repression men are thinking about their vocations. They’re excited the seminarians shows otherwise. might be one explanation for the priestly sexual abuse about their ministry and they understand its complexity.” † Bill to ban cloning and embr yonic stem cell research passes House By Brigid Curtis Ayer individuals from doing such cloning, if caught, they “The Church supports legislation which protects and could be prosecuted. upholds the sanctity of all human life, whether it is at the A bill to ban cloning and embryonic stem cell While considering legislation concerning cloning and earliest embryonic stages, the latter stages when a person research, a top priority for the Indiana Catholic embryonic stem cell research, the Indiana legislature is near death, and everything in between those stages.” Conference this year, passed the Indiana House of worked to get a better understanding of the issue. The Senate Bill 268 now goes to the Senate for concur- Representatives on April 7 by a vote of 80-15. Indiana Catholic Conference was instrumental in this rence and then to the governor. Senate Bill 268, authored by State Sen. Patricia effort also by bringing Father Tadeusz Pacholczyk, a Miller, R-Indianapolis, bans cloning of all types and national stem cell expert, to Indianapolis for a series of (Brigid Curtis Ayer is a correspondent for The bans embryonic stem cell research. The bill also attaches educational talks and to discuss the matter with Indiana Criterion.) † felony charges for those participating in cloning of any lawmakers earlier this year. type. “As much as we hear about the stem cell debate in the Under the bill, it makes: (1) the unlawful participation news, it’s amazing how few people actually know the in; (2) the implantation of or the attempt to implant the basic facts of the issue or the difference between adult product of; and (3) the shipment or receipt of the product and embryonic stem cells,” said Tebbe. “The fact is adult of; human cloning a Class D felony. It also makes the stem cells are responsible for curing or treating over 100 purchase or sale of a human ovum, zygote, embryo or diseases while embryonic stem cells have neither treated fetus a Class C felony. nor cured anyone.” do you Indiana Catholic Conference executive director Glenn Tebbe said, “Like many bioethical issues facing our Tebbe said, “The ICC’s involvement made the difference Church and society today, the stem cell debate is not in including embryonic stem cell research or therapeutic going away anytime soon. Because of this, I think it’s know cloning [in the bill] and not only reproductive cloning.” especially important for Catholics to know basic facts of He said that while this may not keep some private the issue and the Church’s position. Do you know that in 2004 the Society of St. Vincent de Paul’s Distribution Center in Indianapolis had St. Christopher Sports Medals 33,234 volunteer hours worked! 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Be Our Guest/Daniel Sarell How to talk to children about

Rev. Msgr. Raymond T. Bosler, Founding Editor, 1915 - 1994 death of Pope John Paul II Most Rev. Daniel M. Buechlein, O.S.B., Publisher William R. Bruns, Associate Publisher Greg A. Otolski, Editor John F. Fink, Editor Emeritus By Daniel Sarell Christians to worship without fear. Because of his leadership and with the In this time of mourning for the help of God, the people of Poland and Church, parents have a tremendous other countries peacefully defeated the Editorial opportunity to teach evil of communism, which denied faith in children the hopeful God. lessons of Pope John John Paul II loved children, and he Paul II about faith, was often seen blessing children, kissing courage, suffering their cheeks and patting their heads like a It’s about filling the and death that can grandfather. lead children to Even if we did not know him person- understand that their ally, he was a friend to all Christians and shoes of the Fisherman heroes in life can be many other people who also love God elderly people of and peace. t one point in the nearly nonstop meeting in conclave beginning on great holiness, not Parents may want to relate the death Atelevision coverage of the death April 18, their task is not to find some- just youthful figures of wealth and of the pope to a death in your family. and funeral of Pope John Paul II, one one to fill the shoes of the late pope. athleticism. John Paul II was like a family member commentator wondered if the Church’s The task of the cardinals—under the It is an opportunity to speak to chil- for all Catholics. It is OK to show your cardinals would be able to find anyone guidance of the Holy Spirit—is to dren in the home when we are all glued sadness to your children and not shelter who would “fill Pope John Paul’s identify and elect someone who will to our televisions, soaking in a moment them from your emotions. shoes.” fill the shoes of the Fisherman. And of history. Children want to share these We just celebrated Good Friday and Fortunately for the cardinals that is a very different matter. † moments with us, and deserve to remem- Easter. You might want to reaffirm that ber John Paul II as a figure who continu- we celebrate the death and rising of — William R. Bruns ally blesses us. Jesus because we believe that he died When children ask questions about and rose to promise us eternal life, these events at various times, they which we believe John Paul is living The next pope deserve our full attention, even if we now and watching over us in heaven, need to lower the volume of the continu- along with the saints, like Mary, e are not going to be so fool- possess. ous coverage, so they can understand that SS. Peter and Paul, and other saints that Wish as to predict who will be We believe that the most serious you recognize the importance of their your children know and close relatives the next pope, although we’re sure problem for the Church now is the questions. who have died. that others will. low number of Catholics in Western John Paul II was a man chosen by We can ask John Paul to pray for us. There’s an old saying that “He Europe who practice their faith. If the God, through the Church, to be the pastor Sometimes, his prayers will heal sick who goes into a conclave as pope cardinals also perceive this, they of the Church around the world. If the people, help us to tell the truth, get along comes out a cardinal.” In other might look to a European cardinal. people of the world are a whole pie cut with others and do the right thing when words, the cardinal most people think Several good possibilities come to into six pieces, Catholics make up one we are tempted to misbehave. will be elected pope usually is not. mind: Belgian Cardinal Godfried piece (1 billion), and one-third of one John Paul II has died, and he is no That, though, has not always been Danneels; Italian Cardinal Giovanni piece would total all the people in the longer suffering. For many years, he has true. Cardinal Eugenio Pacelli was Battista Re, who served in the United States (about 300 million). been in poor health, and he has taught us clearly the favorite in 1939 and he for the last You might also relate John Paul II’s 26 how to live our lives to the fullest, even was elected Pope Pius XII, and five years; and Italian Cardinal years as pope to your own age. How old when it is difficult. He loved to ski and Cardinal Giovanni Battista Montini Dionigi Tattamanzi, Archbishop of were you then, and what do you remem- hike, played goalie on his soccer team, was the favorite in 1963 and he was . All three are 71 years old. ber about it? wrote poetry and acted in plays. elected Pope Paul VI. For some cardinals, the top issue in John Paul II was the first pope from He always told the truth, even when This time, though, there does not the Church will surely be a greater Poland, a country that suffered greatly people did not want to hear it. He chose appear to be any favorite, although collegiality, less power for the Roman under Nazi Germany and communist many leaders of the Church, and one of Catholics certainly have their prefer- and more for bishops. rule. He bravely resisted the evils that them will become the new pope. ences. With 117 cardinals eligible to Cardinal Danneels called collegial- ruled his country and strengthened the It is important to assure children that vote for the next pope, from so many ity “at the top of the agenda” during a Polish people’s faith when it was under the Church will continue to love and countries, the conclave could take consistory of cardinals in 2001. The attack. Show them Poland and Rome on a guide us in our faith. The Church is sad some time. other cardinal most noted for wanting map. right now, but we know that God will There was a time when Cardinal decentralization is of As pope, he guided the Church help the Church choose a holy man as appeared to be Germany, 72. He and Cardinal throughout a difficult time of change our new pope, and we are joyful and the favorite, but he is now being Ratzinger exchanged articles in vari- when many people no longer followed thankful in our sadness that God gave us counted out because he has retired as ous journals, with Ratzinger arguing Jesus. the gift of John Paul II to be our Holy Archbishop of Milan and because he for the priority of the universal Always brave and forgiving, he went Father. is 78 years old. We believe that he’s Church and Kasper arguing the equal- to the prison of the man who tried to kill still a possibility because the next ity of local Churches. him and forgave him. He urged the com- (Daniel Sarell is the archdiocesan direc- pope almost certainly will not be a Another important issue certainly munist leader of Poland to allow tor of family ministries.) † young man as Cardinal Karol Wojtyla is ecumenism and interreligious dia- was when he was elected at 58. logue. Cardinal Kasper, as president Pope John XXIII was 77 when he of the for was elected, the same age as Cardinal Promoting Christian Unity, has been Letter to the Editor Joseph Ratzinger, head of the in the forefront of efforts to improve Congregation for the Doctrine of the relations with other religions. The Church and pope the advocate, leadership and authority in Faith, who is another possibility. The tremendous growth of the very important keys of the kingdom— There’s the story that, back in Catholicism in the Third World and promote unchangeable what to teach and what to interpret—and 1903 when the cardinals met to elect the issues of poverty and justice could faith and moral issues said he would protect it from the gates of a successor to Pope Leo XIII, whose give us a pope from Africa or Latin hades. pontificate was 25 years, one of the America. If so, it almost certainly will On television, some people who were Two thousand years later, the Church cardinals said, “We elected a Holy be Cardinal of Nigeria, interviewed said that they loved our is still teaching those truths, even if some Father, not an Eternal Father.” 72, who has spent more than 20 years departed Holy Father though they dis- of its teachers and members are not. It is Historically, the cardinals have in Rome. If any cardinal from Latin agreed with some of the teachings of the bound to do so. favored older so chances are America were to be elected, it would Church, including abortion. Ask yourself: “Could my actions be that the next pope will be in his 70s. probably be Claudio Hummes of I wonder if before they said anything dividing the Church?” If that is true, it would lessen the Brazil, 70. Brazil is the largest or say anything to others about that issue, If you pick and choose, and want abor- possibility for the election of several Catholic country in the world. if they consider the risk they are taking tion, women priests and the many things cardinals sometimes mentioned as Other issues that will face the next by the influence they may have on others. that the false prophets after Vatican II possible successors: Christoph pope will be the shortage of priests in Words said often become popularly true wrongly told us was or would be allowed, Schonborn of Vienna, 60; Oscar Europe and the Americas; the role of even if they are not. read Luke 10:16. Jesus said: “He that Andres Rodriquez Maradiaga of the laity, including laywomen, in the In matters of disagreement with the hears you hears me; and he that despises Honduras, 62; and of governance of the Church; and the life Church regarding unchangeable faith and you despises me; and he that despises me , 63. issues—abortion, euthanasia, bioethics moral issues, high percentages of Catholics despises him that sent me.” The first thing that the cardinals and capital punishment—that Pope decide what is right by their feelings or Such disagreements are with God, not must do is discuss the problems that John Paul faced. The cardinals will popular opinion, cafeteria . the messenger Church, which has his the next pope must face so they can have to discern which of them can The popular vote and private interpre- authority to teach and interpret. Which determine what qualities he must best deal with those issues. † tation and revelation is what has done road—humility and obedience or pride? If Satan’s work dividing the separated we want more priests, we will increase — John F. Fink Churches, which disagreed with each prayers and devotions, and teach truth other. There are around 30,000 denomina- comprehensively, what love and what sins tions claiming the truth today. are by name. “Fear not,” said our pope. Jesus founded just one Church, gave it Dan Logan, Indianapolis The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Page 5

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SEEKING THE FACE OF THE LORD BUSCANDO LA CARA DEL SEÑOR News media coverage of pope, things Catholic udos to the news media for the Nevertheless, it is important for us to be installation of a new pope does not recommend referral to the Catechism of the excellent coverage of the illness, discerning about some unspoken premises empower the pope arbitrarily to change as a reliable resource. K death and funeral rites of Pope of much of the public discourse and specu- Church doctrine. The established doctrine of The challenge in communication about John Paul II! The correspondents have lation that surrounds the imminent election the Church is entrusted to the custody of the the Catholic Church and its practices, par- worked hard and generously, and the editors and installation of a new pope. pope in communion with the universal col- ticularly in the United States and Western have made conscious decisions to devote The news media generally operate on the lege of bishops, commonly referred to as the Europe, is twofold. much space to this historic event, which is principle of presenting “fair and balanced” Magisterium of the Church. The concept of First of all, the Church established by so important to so many people. We are reporting. Most often, this means seeking the development of Church doctrine Christ is hierarchically structured, i.e., it profoundly grateful. out a positive point of view on an issue and includes continuity with the teaching was not established as a democracy or a Now the focus is shifting from reflection an opposing, or critical, point of view as handed down through the received republic. The concept is alien to our culture. on the legacy of the late pope to speculation well. The principle itself sounds fair. The Tradition. In other words, there is not a rup- Yet, the fundamental structure of the Church about the future pope. While not surprising, implementation is often difficult and some- ture with past teaching. What is expected is not a political entity separate from its the- for some the speculation requires a difficult times questionable. Often, individuals are through the ages is a continuing refinement ological essence. Structure and doctrine are shift. Nonetheless, this is a rare opportunity quoted who are at odds with Church teach- of the teaching to make a doctrine more interrelated. An analysis of the functioning for catechesis about our Catholic faith. ing or discipline. They have their own intelligible in subsequent ages. I suggest of the Church from primarily a “power” First of all, it is an opportunity for us to agenda to push. I know of at least one that it is idle speculation—perhaps more model, or paradigm, is misleading. educate ourselves as Catholics. It is also an example where the “Catholic” quoted had accurately wishful thinking—on the part of Second, the Church was established as a opportunity to educate the public about left the Church years ago. Often, reporters some, to suggest that certain longstanding spiritual entity, the Mystical Body of Christ. some of the more complex dimensions of are unaware of an individual’s standing (or doctrines of the Church might change or The impact of this facet of the Church is our Church’s doctrine and practices. This is lack of good standing) in the Church. should be changed. often misunderstood, if not overlooked. The no small task. In addition, some of the truth Obviously, for their own credibility, the per- We could hardly expect the intricacies of of the pope as is a spiri- of our faith does not play well. For exam- son quoted doesn’t share that information Church teaching to be easily understood by tual one. For example, it is not intended to ple, often I was asked what I thought might with the reporter. and communicated through the secular news suggest that the Holy Father is leader of all be the lasting legacy of Pope John Paul II. Some people are presented as “experts” media. Yet, we have an obligation to help Christians. By Divine Providence, he is While it is difficult to pinpoint, I suggested on Church teaching and practices while fur- inform them as best we can. For most of us, charged to mirror Christ, the Good that it was his consistent and unswerving ther investigation might indicate that the that means informing ourselves on certain Shepherd, in and care of those emphasis on the dignity of the human per- premise does not stand. We need to be dis- teachings that are being discussed. I of us entrusted to his care. † son at every stage of life—in a culture that cerning as we evaluate what we hear, see or increasingly disregards human dignity. It read. So, readers, beware! didn’t play. This is not necessarily a criti- A frequent assumption is that a change in Archbishop Buechlein’s intention for vocations for April cism of folks in the news media, who have the pontificate of the Catholic Church sig- Priests: that they may joyfully and faithfully live out their priestly promises and encour- worked hard to understand our Catholic nals the opportunity to change Church age other men to embrace God’s call to the priesthood. faith and practices. doctrine and discipline. The election and Cobertura de los medios de comunicación en relación al Papa y otros temas católicos ¡ nhorabuena a los medios de entender nuestra fe católica y nuestras cambio en el pontificado de la Iglesia que consulten El Catecismo de la Iglesia comunicación por su excelente prácticas. Católica indica una oportunidad para Católica como una fuente confiable. Ecobertura de la enfermedad, muerte Sin embargo, es importante que nosotros cambiar la doctrina y la disciplina de la El desafío de transmitir información y rituales funerarios del Papa Juan Pablo II! discernamos sobre algunas de las premisas Iglesia. La elección e instauración de un sobre la Iglesia Católica y sus prácticas, Los corresponsales han trabajado ardua y silentes contenidas en gran parte del nuevo Papa no lo faculta para cambiar especialmente en Estados Unidos y Europa generosamente, y los editores han realizado discurso público y la especulación que arbitrariamente la doctrina de la Iglesia. La Occidental, es doble. decisiones conscientes para dedicar mucho envuelve a la inminente elección e doctrina instituida de la Iglesia se encuentra Primero, la Iglesia fundada por Cristo espacio a este evento histórico, que también institución de un nuevo Papa. bajo la custodia del Papa en comunión con está estructurada jerárquicamente, es decir, resulta importante para muchas personas. Por lo general los medios de el colegio universal de obispos, no se instituyó como una democracia o una Les estamos profundamente agradecidos. comunicación operan sobre el principio de comúnmente conocido como el Magisterio república. Este concepto es extraño a Ahora el centro de atención está presentar reportajes “justos y equilibrados”. de la Iglesia. La noción de la evolución de nuestra cultura. Sin embargo, la estructura cambiando de la reflexión sobre el legado Con frecuencia esto significa buscar un la doctrina de la Iglesia incluye la fundamental de la Iglesia no es una entidad del antiguo Papa, a la especulación acerca punto de vista positivo sobre un continuidad de las enseñanzas transmitidas política separada de su esencia teológica. del futuro Papa. Si bien no es de sorprender, determinado asunto, y también un punto de a través de la tradición. Es decir, no existe La estructura y la doctrina se encuentran para algunos la especulación requiere de un vista opuesto o crítico. Este principio una ruptura con las enseñanzas del pasado. interrelacionadas. El análisis del cambio difícil. Sin embargo, esta es una parece justo. Su implementación es, en Lo que se espera durante todas las épocas funcionamiento de la Iglesia esencialmente extraña oportunidad para la catequesis de ocasiones, difícil y otras, cuestionable. es el refinamiento continuo de las como un modelo de “poder” o un nuestra fe católica. Muchas veces se citan a personas que se enseñanzas para hacer que la doctrina sea paradigma, resulta engañoso. Primero que nada, es una oportunidad encuentran reñidas con las enseñanzas o la más inteligible en los años subsiguientes. Segundo, la Iglesia fue fundada como para que nos eduquemos a nosotros mismos disciplina de la Iglesia. Ellos tienen sus Intuyo que es una especulación sin una entidad espiritual, por el Cuerpo como católicos. Es también una propios principios que desean imponer. Sé fundamento, tal vez más precisamente una Místico de Cristo. Por lo general, se oportunidad para educar al público acerca de al menos un ejemplo en el que el vaga esperanza, de parte de algunos, sugerir malentiende, por no decir que se ignora, el de algunas de las dimensiones más “católico” citado había abandonado la que ciertas doctrinas antiguas de la Iglesia impacto de esta faceta de la Iglesia. El título complejas de la doctrina y las prácticas de Iglesia hacía años. Con frecuencia los puedan o deban cambiar. del Papa como Vicario de Cristo es un título nuestra Iglesia. Esta no es una tarea fácil. reporteros no están al tanto de la situación No podemos esperar que los medios de espiritual. Por ejemplo, no se pretende Además, algunas de las verdades de nuestra (o la situación poco ventajosa) de una comunicación laicos puedan entender y sugerir que el Santo Padre es el líder de fe no son bien recibidas. Por ejemplo, se me persona dentro de la Iglesia. Obviamente, transmitir fácilmente la complejidad de las todos los cristianos. Por Providencia Divina, preguntaba con frecuencia cuál pensaba yo por el bien de su propia credibilidad, la enseñanzas de la Iglesia. Sin embargo, se le ha encargado imitar a Cristo, el Buen que podría ser el legado permanente del persona citada no comparte esta tenemos la obligación de ayudarlos a Pastor, en su santidad y en el cuidado de Papa Juan Pablo II. A pesar de que es información con el reportero. informarse de la mejor manera posible. aquellos bajo su tutela. † difícil de precisar, sugerí que sería su A algunas personas se las presenta como Para la mayoría de nosotros, esto significa énfasis constante e inquebrantable en la “expertos” en las enseñanzas y prácticas de informarnos nosotros mismos de ciertas Traducido por: Language Training Center, dignidad de la persona humana en cada la Iglesia, pero una investigación más a enseñanzas en discusión. Les recomiendo Indianapolis etapa de la vida, en una cultura que fondo podría indicar que la aseveración menosprecia cada vez más la dignidad anterior no es fidedigna. Tenemos que humana. No les sentó bien. No se trata aplicar nuestro discernimiento para evaluar La intención del Arzobispo Buechlein para vocaciones en abril necesariamente de una crítica a los lo que oímos, vemos o leemos. Así que Sacerdotes: ¡Que ellos realicen sus promesas como sacerdotes con júbilo y fe y den compañeros de los medios de comunicación ¡cuídense los lectores! ánimo a otros hombres para que contesten la llamada de Dios al sacerdocio! quienes han trabajado arduamente para Una suposición común es que todo Page 6 The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005

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A workshop on “The Spirituality of How the Church has Survived Centuries The Music Division of the Department “Let Your Light Shine,” a retreat day for Our Stories: Telling, Treasuring and of Scandal and Mismanagment” will be of Performing and Visual Arts at Marian adults with developmental disabilities, will Reshaping the Narratives that Form Our held on May 20-22. Father John Catoir of College, 3200 Cold Spring Road, in Indian- be offered on May 1, beginning with a Lives” will be offered by Saint Meinrad Patterson, N.J., will be the presenter. The apolis, will present a jazz and pops con- 9:30 a.m. Mass in the Convent Chapel of School of Theology from 9:30 a.m. to noon cost is $145 per person. For more informa- cert at 4 p.m. on April 17 in the newly ren- the Sisters of St. Francis of Oldenburg, on May 6, 13 and 20 at Our Lady of the tion, call the retreat house at 317-545-7681. ovated Indianapolis Civic Theater on the and ending at 3 p.m. Sister Ann and Greenwood Parish, 335 S. Meridian St., in campus. The event is a joint concert of Virginia Gilbert will lead the retreat. The Greenwood. Janis Dopp, parish administra- Archdiocesan Pre-Cana Conferences vocal and instrumental music in the popu- cost is $30 per person and includes lunch; tor of religious education at St. Charles are scheduled on a Sunday afternoon each lar, musical theater and jazz genres. The scholarships are available. Registration is Borromeo Parish in Bloomington, will be month, except in December, at Our Lady of concert is free and open to the public. For due by April 25. “Contemplative the presenter. The cost is $60 per person, Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., in more information, call Jim Larner, co-chair Praying the Rosary” will be offered from less for seniors. For more information, call Indianapolis to help engaged couples pre- of Marian’s Department of Performing and 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. on May 3, 10, 17 and the Indianapolis Office of Saint Meinrad pare for the sacrament of marriage. Up- Visual Arts, at 317-955-6109. 24 (the first four Tuesdays in May). School of Theology at 317-955-6451 or coming dates are April 24, May 22, June 5, Franciscan Sister Janet Born will lead the e-mail [email protected]. July 24 and Aug. 14. Presentations cover The St. Augustine Guild is sponsoring sessions. The cost is $30 per person, and “Family of Origin Theory,” “Communica- its “Hats Off to Spring” Style Show on includes a book on praying the rosary. The Knights of Columbus Mater Dei tion Styles,” “Christian Marriage” and May 4 at the Ritz Charles, 12156 N. Meri- Registration is due by April 27. For more Council 437, 1305 N. Delaware, in Indian- “.” The program is dian St., in Carmel, Ind., in the of information or to register for any of these apolis, holds an all-you-can-eat breakfast sponsored by the archdiocesan Office of Lafayette. Glendal Jones of Fox 59 TV will events, call the Oldenburg Franciscan buffet from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the third Family Ministries. The program fee of $30 be the moderator. All proceeds will benefit Center at 812-933-6437 or e-mail Sunday of each month. The cost is $5 for per couple includes the workbook Perspec- the work of the Little Sisters of the Poor [email protected]. adults and $2.50 for children under 12. tives on Marriage as well as a light lunch. and their ministry at St. Augustine Home Proceeds benefit local charities and parishes. The program fee is nonrefundable. For for the Aged in Indianapolis. The cost is The Ministry of Consolation Spring For more information, call 317-631-4373. more information about the Pre-Cana Con- $25 per person. For reservations, call Dottie Gathering for Bereavement Ministers ference, call the archdiocesan Office of Butcher at 317-843-0524. will be held from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Tobit Weekend retreats for engaged Family Ministries at 317-236-1596 or 800- April 20 in the Benedictine Room of the couples are scheduled on April 22-24, 382-9836, ext. 1596. “Letting God in through Nature and Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 May 13-15, June 17-19, July 8-10 and Art: A Spring Retreat” will be offered N. Meridian St., in Indianapolis. The topic July 22-24 at Our Lady of Fatima Retreat The Sisters of Providence of Saint from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 23 at the will be “How to Talk to People Who are House, 5353 E. 56th St., in Indianapolis. Mary-of-the-Woods are planning a fund- Oldenburg Franciscan Center in Olden- Seriously Ill or Dying.” There is no cost for The marriage preparation program is con- raising excursion on Lake Michigan on burg. Franciscan Sisters Ann Vonder the event. Registration is required by ducted by a priest and mentor couples. The May 21. The journey on The Odyssey Muelen, artist and spiritual director, will April 18. For more information, call the fee of $270 per couple includes accommo- begins at 11 a.m. at Chicago’s Navy Pier, lead the retreat. The cost is $50 per per- archdiocesan Office for Family Ministries dations, meals and programs. For more and will include a meal, music and silent son, which includes lunch and art sup- at 317-236-1596 or 800-382-9836, ext. information, call Our Lady of Fatima auction. The cruise will end at 1:45 p.m. plies. Registration is due by April 18. 1596, or e-mail [email protected]. † Retreat House at 317-545-7681. The cost is $65 per person. “Providence at the Heart of Our Lives” will be the focus Fatima Retreat House, 5353 E. 56th St., of a spring retreat on April 15-17 at the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Office in Indianapolis, is celebrating the feast day Warrenville Retreat Center in Warrenville, of Our Lady of Fatima with a Mass Ill. Providence Sisters Mary Alice Zander for Film and Broadcasting movie ratings beginning at 9 a.m. on May 13, followed and Susan Peweski will lead the retreat. Beauty Shop (MGM) by the Motion Picture Association of by a morning of reflection. Msgr. Joseph F. The cost is $200 and includes room and Rated A-III (Adults) because of some America (MPAA). Schaedel, , will celebrate the board. For more information about either profanity, crude language and crass Mass and present the reflection. The cost is event, call Providence Sister Susan expressions, sexual innuendo and sug- Sahara (Paramount) $20 per person. A retreat titled “The Paweski at 773-463-2478 or e-mail gestive dancing. Rated A-III (Adults) because of Gigantic Secret of Roman Catholicism: [email protected]. Rated PG-13 (Parents are strongly Recurring action violence and minimal cautioned. Some material may be rude expressions. inappropriate for children under 13.) Rated PG-13 (Parents are strongly What are People Saying about Crestwood Village? by the Motion Picture Association of cautioned. Some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.) DON RYAN America (MPAA). “As my eyesight began failing, I remembered all the times I saw the Crestwood bus at by the MPAA. Kroger and knew Crestwood Village was where I needed to be when I could no longer drive Fever Pitch (20th Century Fox) – the bus runs all day, six days a week. My two sons have been so pleased since I moved Rated A-III (Adults) because of implied Sin City (Dimension) here in April 2002, knowing that I’m happy, active and they don’t have to worry about me premarital sex, some comic violence and Rated O (Morally Offensive) because of being alone.” crude humor, as well as scattered crass gratuitous graphic violence, including dis- expressions. memberment and decapitation, sexual sit- JOSEPHINE STICKFORD Rated PG-13 (Parents are strongly uations with nudity, a suicide, an execu- “I moved to Crestwood in 2001 from a big house in Fairland, Indiana. The residents in my building greeted me and made me feel so at cautioned. Some material may be tion, as well as rough and crude language. home. I love dancing, so I attend all the Crestwood Dinner inappropriate for children under 13.) Rated R (Restricted) by the MPAA. † Dances. Don, who is a dancer as well, was too shy to ask anyone at his first dance, so I did the asking. It was the beginning of a wonder ful friendship. We now attend all the Dinner Dances together. We enjoy all the activities available and sign up for everything! We went to Branson, Missouri with the Crestwood Club and had the most wonder ful time. We met so many nice people from the other Crestwood communities that when we got home we were all hugging each other good-bye. Like Don says ‘living at Crestwood is like having a second family’ and we’re enjoying every minute of it!”

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This is something that I will skills in conflict resolution. waiting in lines at stores to be the labora- address in the … retreat.” On April 30 at the Benedict Inn Retreat “I think … participants might leave the tory for my theories on conflict and con- The retreat, which begins at 8:30 a.m. and Conference Center in Beech Grove, workshop more confident about con- flict resolution,” he said. “Theories don’t and concludes at 4:30 p.m., will also aim, Basilian Father fronting conflict,” he said, “not feeling that get us anywhere if they can’t be tested according to Father Gordon, to help the Gordon Judd will they have failed when they find them- against reality or experience.” participants grow closer to Christ through lead a retreat titled selves in a conflict situation, less ready to In addition to helping participants con- growing in their value of non-violent con- “The Spirituality of find blame and more skillful in handling sider their thoughts on conflicts and gain- flict resolution. Non-Violent Conflict conflict situations.” ing practical skills for resolving them, “The Jesus Christ who preaches peace Resolution.” Father Gordon brings to this retreat his Father Gordon also hopes to illustrate the and practices nonviolence is the only Father Gordon own studies of non-violent conflict resolu- central importance of peace and non-vio- Christ that there is,” he said. “Christ is explained that he tion as well as his own experience in lence to the Catholic faith. obviously more than this, but he can never hopes that partici- observing and seeking to resolve conflicts “It is absolutely essential,” he said. “If be less than this.” pants in the retreat in his own life. we are not doing this by our words and will reflect on the “I consider my own life, my attempts at actions, then I seriously question whether (For more information or to register for Fr. Gordon Judd ways that they relationships, my work situations and even we have grasped the central message of the retreat, call 317-788-7581.) † Brother of U.S. slain in Brazil r ecounts visit to her grave SAN FRANCISCO (CNS)—Although Three men have been taken into custody murder, the government sent 2,000 troops take no for an answer,” her brother said. Dave Stang was at an April 2 memorial ser- for the crime and a fourth, a prominent to keep order in the area, announced a ban For the past four decades, Sister Dorothy vice in Belmont, Calif., his heart was in the rancher, surrendered to police in late March. on logging in 20 million acres along the worked for the Church’s Pastoral Land dark, wet, Brazilian rain forest where Sister Sister Dorothy had been on a land-grabbers’ Amazon highway, and established two addi- Commission, a human rights group. Dorothy Stang was slain on Feb. 12. death list for years. The day of her murder, tional federally protected areas of the forest. Notre Dame Sister Joan Krimm of “I couldn’t feel closure until I went to the bounty reportedly had grown to Dave Stang recalled the grief-stricken Cincinnati, a former co-worker of Sister her grave, saw the places and the people she $19,000. peasants who gathered around him during Dorothy, said the nun decided to relocate to worked with,” Stang told Catholic San Sister Dorothy has been hailed for her his nine-day trip in February with a CNN the Amazon after the Brazilian government Francisco, archdiocesan newspaper, during work on behalf of Brazilian farmers. Bishop news crew and a group of independent opened up the area to any small farmer who a telephone interview from his home in John H. Ricard of Pensacola-Tallahassee, filmmakers doing a documentary on his wanted to live there. Palmer Lake, Colo. Fla., commended the U.S. Congress on sister’s work. He said he wore a T-shirt “But when she realized that the govern- In Brazil, he stood beneath two beautiful March 30 for proposing a resolution honor- decorated with her photo, which drew ment wasn’t providing newcomers with trees—a mahogany and a mango—that now ing Sister Dorothy. people to him. deeds to their land, she began working with form a sheltering roof over the grave of the “Sister Dorothy Stang was well-known He visited some of the projects his sister the government to ensure that it happened,” Sister of Notre Dame de Namur. for her tireless work on behalf of the poor created to help promote sustainable devel- Sister Joan said. Two men shot Sister Dorothy, 74, in the and largely landless settlers in the Brazilian opment for the farmers. Dave Stang said his sister “knew the face and head near Anapu, in the Brazilian rain forest that was under constant threat He said his sister had the mind of a law.” When land poachers came in with state of Para. The killing occurred less than from unscrupulous loggers and rangers,” farmer and an engineer. Last year, she their illegal deeds, “she’d open that knap- a week after the 73-year-old nun accused said a statement by Bishop Ricard, head of devised a makeshift, forest-style dam to sack of hers and read them the legal docu- loggers and ranchers of threatening to kill the U.S. bishops’ international policy com- bring water to run machinery in a flour mill. ments that gave small farmers their property rural workers. mittee. She taught people how to make and market rights. Sister Dorothy lived in Brazil’s Amazon Dave Stang said troops continue to stand baking flour from bananas. She also helped “She has become an enormous symbol region for nearly four decades, working to watch over his sister’s grave to prevent it local women start a business processing and and a great protection for the forest,” said protect the land rights of peasants and from being desecrated by those who rejoice selling dried fruit. Dave Stang. “I believe that she will do for speaking out on the ecological dangers of in her death. “She had this brilliant smile, this stub- the Amazon what Joan of Arc did for deforestation. In the weeks after Sister Dorothy’s born chin that stuck out, and she wouldn’t France.” †

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By Mary Ann Wyand take some group of people with some char- During his keynote presentation acteristic and we make up a reason to at the first annual Catholic Pro- Pope John Paul II will be remembered exclude them from full protection [under Life Dinner on April 9 at Christ as “the pope of life,” Father Frank Pavone, the law], from the recognition that they are the King Parish in Indianapolis, Father Frank Pavone, founder and founder and national director of Priests for equal to everyone else. Wyand MaryPhotos by Ann Life, told several hundred pro-life support- “Life is always a good,” Father Pavone national director of Priests for ers during the first annual Catholic emphasized. “Not sometimes a good. Not Life, based in Staten Island, N.Y., Pro-Life Dinner on April 9 at Christ the most of the time. But always. And [the pays tribute to Pope John Paul II King Parish in Indianapolis. pope] asks, ‘Why is life always a good?’ as “the pope of life” and encour- Father Pavone, who heads the interna- And the answer he gives, which he tells us ages pro-life supporters to con- tional pro-life ministry based in Staten that we find in Scripture, is that human life tinue to carry on his courageous Island, N.Y., was the keynote speaker for is always a reflection of God. It’s his mani- example of teaching respect for the pro-life dinners on April 9 in Indiana- festation in the world. It’s a sign of his the sanctity and dignity of human polis and April 10 in Columbus. presence. It’s a trace of his glory. life from conception until natural “We have certainly lived through his- “If you look at the person sitting next to death. Proceeds from the dinner toric and memorable days these last two you, you’re seeing the reflection of God,” benefited the Catholic Life weeks,” Father Pavone said. “Historic and he said. “If you look at the person in a hos- Network’s pro-life ministries in memorable days, the significance of which pital bed, if you look at the person living the archdiocese. His keynote we will be reflecting on and absorbing not in poverty, if you look at the person on speech called attention to the only for weeks to come but for months and Death Row, if you look at the child in the need to help expectant mothers, years. womb, in all those places where you look, unborn babies, women suffering “We have seen the passing of a pope, a and everywhere else … where you find a from the tragedy of abortion, per- pope who can rightfully be called ‘the human being, you are seeing a reflection of sons with disabilities, the elderly pope of life,’ ” he said, “a pope who at the God himself. Not sometimes, but always.” and Death Row inmates. center of his own life, ministry, spirituality The fundraising dinners also featured a and mission has been affirming and pro- concert by Tatiana, an internationally claiming and defending the dignity of the acclaimed Catholic vocalist from Croatia, Award recipients honored included Gregory Bramlage, pastor of St. Nicholas human person. Everything he did, every- who now lives in the U.S. St. Mark parishioner Rosemarie Saylor of Parish in Ripley County, St. Maurice thing he taught and the entire legacy that Msgr. Joseph F. Schaedel, vicar general, Indianapolis and St. Monica parishioner Parish in St. Maurice, St. John the he leaves to the world finds its heart and lead the gathering in prayer. Lois Richter of Indianapolis for outstand- Evangelist Parish in Enochsburg and core in the dignity of the human person.” “As we mourn the death of Pope John ing volunteer service to the archdiocesan St. Anne Parish in Hamburg, also were Father Pavone said one of the most Paul II, help us to heed his challenge to Birthline ministry. honored for their exemplary pro-life lead- important documents that Pope John promote a Gospel of Life to fight against Gabriel Project volunteers recognized ership as pastors. Paul II wrote, which the pontiff called one the culture of death,” Msgr. Schaedel said. for dedicated service to expectant mothers Father Volz serves the archdiocesan of the most significant documents of his “… Empower us to work for the vulnera- and babies were St. Therese of the Infant Office for Pro-Life Ministry as the spiritual papacy, was (The Gospel ble among us who need our special atten- Jesus (Little Flower) parishioner Teresa director for Rachel’s Companions and of Life), written 10 years ago. tion and care.” Heffernan of Indianapolis, St. Elizabeth Rachel’s Network, the Church’s “In that document, one of the key sen- The dinners were sponsored by Ann Seton parishioner Ann Heilman of post-abortion reconciliation ministries. tences is a very simple one which sums up Catholics United for the Faith—Abba, Carmel, Ind., in the Lafayette Diocese, “I really believe that there are no bad the pro-life message,” Father Pavone said. Father Chapter and benefited the arch- St. Paul Catholic Center parishioner Paul people, but sometimes their decision-mak- “ ‘Life is always a good.’ Always. And the diocesan Office for Pro-Life Ministry and Marion of Bloomington and St. Bartho- ing is not very good,” Father Volz said. word ‘always’ is the most challenging the Gabriel Project of Indiana. lomew parishioner Harold Neville of “And like Jesus and like all of you who word in that sentence because as history The events also recognized the distin- Columbus. believe in the Gospel, we are called to be demonstrates at various times and in vari- guished pro-life service of two diocesan Father Tony Volz, pastor of Christ the people of reconciliation and people who ous ways, we fall short of the ‘always.’ We priests and five lay volunteers. King Parish in Indianapolis, and Father help one another.” †

Internationally acclaimed Catholic vocalist Tatiana, a native of Croatia who now lives in the U.S., shares her love for Pope John Paul II during a con- cert at the first annual Catholic Pro-Life Dinner on April 9 at Christ the King Parish in Indiana- polis. A second Catholic Pro-Life Dinner featuring Father Frank Pavone as the keynote speaker and Tatiana in concert was held on April 10 in Columbus.

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C S 3211 Fourth Street, NE, Washington, DC 20017-1194 A P TH O OLIC BISH Phone: 202-541-5400 Website: www.usccb.org/hm APPEAL The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Page 9 St. Paul Hermitage residents reflect on pope’s life and witness By Mary Ann Wyand Msgr. Kavanagh said there are only two priests in the diocese who have lived dur- BEECH GROVE—Pope John Paul II’s ing the papacies of eight popes, beginning witness of the spiritual value of redemp- with , who died in 1914. Father tive suffering as his health continued to Louis Marchino, who is spending his retire- Wyand MaryPhotos by Ann decline in recent years was a powerful ment years in New Albany, is the second inspiration for many residents of St. Paul oldest priest in the diocese and can also Hermitage, which is operated by the claim that distinction. Sisters of St. Benedict of Our Lady of Msgr. Kavanagh recalled that when Grace Monastery. Cardinal Karol Wojtyla of Poland was Father Herman Lutz, a retired diocesan elected pope in October 1978, “I thought priest who resides at St. Paul Hermitage, that definitely was a sign that the Holy said on April 8 that “the Holy Father was Spirit was active because he was the most a wonderful example, in the beautiful unlikely person I would have expected. Of spirit that was his and the beautiful opti- course, he’s been an inspiration all the way mism and his deep faith, especially in his along with his enthusiasm and his willing- later years as his health began to wane or ness to meet other people and get along to falter. with them. “He didn’t let that stop him,” Father “The only time that I ever saw him, by Lutz said. “He continued to serve the Lord the way, in person, was when I was part of as best as he could. He continued to travel. the Indianapolis delegation when he came Father Herman Lutz, a retired diocesan priest, celebrates Mass on April 8 in the chapel at St. Paul He literally wore himself out right up to his to Chicago in October 1979,” Msgr. Hermitage in Beech Grove. A portrait of Pope John Paul II placed in front of the altar commemorates death doing the work of the Lord. It’s a Kavanagh said. “That was the only time his life and papacy on the day of his funeral in Rome. beautiful example, I think, for older people. that I came into real contact with him. It It shows older people that they can still do was a wonderful celebration. There was a Alice Olinger, who has lived at the audience with Pope Paul VI at the Vatican something good with their lives. He was an big crowd at Grant Park.” hermitage for a year, said she admired Pope in 1975. example to all of us. He was a wonderful Msgr. Kavanagh said he also saw Pope John Paul II and thinks his life story and “We probably will get an Italian pope pope.” John XXIII in Rome in 1961 and was stand- remarkable papacy qualify him to be a again,” Schaefer said. “I’m sure people will Father Lutz said the Holy Father’s last ing two feet away from him during a papal saint. urge him to travel like Pope John Paul did.” prayer response—“Amen”—before his audience at the Vatican. “He was firm on the issues like abor- Josephine Donohue, who moved to the death was especially fitting. Msgr. Kavanagh said he woke up at tion,” Olinger said. “He told you as a hermitage last August, said she worked as a “The word ‘Amen’ means ‘so be it,’” 3 a.m. on April 8 to watch the live broad- Christian how you should live.” cook at the former Bishop Bruté Latin Father Lutz said. “It’s almost like the last cast of the papal funeral. William Schaefer, a retired teacher who School in Indianapolis from 1967 until it words of Jesus—‘It is finished.’ … It was a “I thought the funeral was wonderful,” is 91 and has lived at St. Paul Hermitage closed 18 years later. beautiful way to end his life.” he said. “I thought it was worthwhile losing for seven years, said Pope John Paul II was “I just think it’s wonderful that he Msgr. Richard T. Kavanagh, who at age some sleep over. After all the trouble the an inspiration because “he stood up for worked with the young people,” Donohue 93 is the oldest diocesan priest, served the Church has had lately, that was, I think, a what he thought.” said of the pope. “That’s what we need in archdiocese for 69 years. He retired in 1982 big boost for all of us.” Schaefer has a framed print of a the Church—for the young to take over for at age 70 and moved to St. Paul Hermitage Msgr. Kavanagh said Cardinal Joseph 50th anniversary blessing from the Holy us because we’re getting too old. I think the seven years ago. Ratzinger, dean of the College of Cardinals Father hanging on his door at the her- way he suffered at the end was admirable “When the pope died, I lost one distinc- and the principal celebrant during the papal mitage. because it does teach people that you have tion,” Msgr. Kavanagh said. “I was nine funeral liturgy, is his choice for the next The pope’s last days were “miraculous, to take the bad with the good.” years older than the pope. pope. really,” Schaefer said, “from the shape that Donohue said she watched the live “Of course, he was an example to all of “He’s a very smart fellow,” Msgr. he was in.” broadcast of the papal funeral and was us not to quit too early,” Msgr. Kavanagh Kavanagh said, “but I doubt that they will Schaefer said he was with a group of especially touched by “the devotion that the said. “He was an encouragement to keep follow my choice. The successor will have about 20 Catholics who attended a papal people had for him.” † going. I was hoping that he wouldn’t suffer a lot of problems. No question about it. too much. I was pretty sure he was in bad They’ll try to take advantage of the new shape. I think he gave us a good example man. But he’s not going to make many of how to face death because that’s not an changes. There are certain things that you easy thought, particularly at my age, but he can’t change—doctrine, for one thing. But I did show that you don’t really fear death, don’t think the new pope is going to travel you fear what leads up to it.” as much as Pope John Paul did.”

This from Pope John Paul II honors the 50th wedding anniversary of William and Frances Schaefer in May of 1988. It hangs on the door of William Schaefer’s room at St. Paul Hermitage.

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Hundreds of thousands of people fill St. Peter’s Square during the funeral Mass for Pope John Paul II at the Vatican on April 8. The poor and the powerful of the world attended the service to say their last goodbye to the Polish pontiff, who died on April 2 at age 84.

the Rev. Jesse Jackson. FUNERAL At the pope’s funeral, like any Catholic continued from page 1 funeral, Communion was followed by the

CNS photo from Reuters “final commendation and farewell.” his solemn Easter blessing to the Church and But unlike most Catholic funerals, this the world, but was not able to get out the funeral’s farewell prayer was followed by words. the prayers of the Church of Rome, which “We can be sure that our beloved pope is is the pope’s diocese, and by the prayers of standing today at the window of the Father’s the Eastern Catholic Churches, their bish- house, that he sees us and blesses us,” the ops standing before the casket in red and cardinal said. gold, or white, black or magenta vestments. “Yes, bless us,” he said as the crowd broke Then the choir sang, “I believe the Lord out in loud applause. is risen and lives, and that one day I, too, In the crowd, Pedro Paul of Caracas, will rise with him.” Venezuela, said that in his death Pope John The funeral ended with the congregation Paul “continues to evangelize. He hasn’t gone singing, “May the angels lead you into par- yet. He is still guiding us.” adise; upon your arrival may the martyrs Ryan Moravitz, a seminarian from Duluth, welcome you and lead you to holy Minn., said, “John Paul II planted the seeds Jerusalem.” of the new evangelization and even got to The 12 laymen picked up the stretcher water them a bit. It is alive in the Church. He and carried the casket toward St. Peter’s helped the faith of the Church in a creative, Basilica, turning again to face the crowd. progressive way.” For more than 15 minutes, the assembly A nun from Mendoza, Argentina, applauded and young people chanted “John expressed amazement at the size of the crowd Young people cry during the funeral Mass for Pope John Paul II at the Vatican on April 8. Millions of Paul” in Italian as the bells of St. Peter’s and the atmosphere. people flocked to Rome from all parts of the world to attend the pontiff’s funeral. tolled somberly. “I’ve never seen so many people together Accompanying the pope’s casket into praying,” said Incarnate Word Sister Maria love for young people; his promotion of dia- Archbishop Marini opened the Book of St. Peter’s for burial were Cardinal Corredentora. logue with Jews and with members of other the Gospels and set it on the casket. A strong Martinez Somalo, three senior cardinals, the Members of the crowd, particularly the religions; his prayerfulness and devotion to wind blew the pages of the Gospel and bil- of St. Peter’s Basilica, the former Poles, waved their national flags, but several the rosary; and the “wisdom and courage” lowed the chasubles of the concelebrating secretary of state, the papal vicar of Rome, banners with slogans were seen as well. with which he promoted Catholic doctrine. cardinals. the assistant secretary of state, the of The common message was summed up on Cardinal Eduardo Martinez Somalo, the The Bible readings at the Mass were in the , the vice camerlengo one sign: “Sainthood now.” camerlengo or chamberlain of the Holy Spanish, English and Latin. and the pope’s closest personal aides. Two hours before the funeral Mass began, Roman Church, explaining the rites to those The prayers of the faithful at the Mass Representing other Christian communi- 15 Vatican , other priests and the assembled, said, “We will cover his face with were recited in French, Swahili, Tagalog, ties in the procession to the tomb were pope’s closest aides gathered in St. Peter’s respect and veneration in the deep hope that Polish, German and Portuguese. Ecumenical Orthodox Basilica to witness Pope John Paul’s body he can contemplate the face of the Father, They included prayers for the eternal Bartholomew of Constantinople, spiritual being placed in a cypress casket and closed. together with the Blessed Virgin Mary and repose of the pope’s soul, for the fidelity and leader of the world’s Orthodox Christians, The rogito, a document rolled up and all the saints. renewal of the Catholic Church, for peace and and Archbishop Rowan Williams of placed in a tube, was read before being He then prayed to God, “May his face, on justice in the world, for the souls of all previ- Canterbury, of the Anglican placed in the casket with the body. It which the light of the world no longer shines, ous popes and all deceased priests, for all the Communion. described “the life and the most important be illuminated forever by the true light that faithful departed and for those gathered at the As the procession moved into the grotto works of the deceased pontiff.” has its inexhaustible source in you.” funeral. under St. Peter’s, psalms were chanted with The document said the pope died on “May his face, which is being hidden The political dignitaries present at the the response: “May Christ welcome you April 2 at 9:37 p.m.: “The whole Church, from our view, contemplate your beauty,” he funeral included King Juan Carlos and Queen into paradise.” especially young people, accompanied his prayed. Sofia of Spain, Britain’s Prince Charles and In the chapel where the pope was to be passing in prayer.” Then Archbishop Stanislaw Dziwisz, the Prime Minister Tony Blair, Ukrainian buried, a deacon led prayers that God “John Paul II was the 264th pope. His pope’s personal secretary for more than President Viktor Yushchenko, Canadian Prime would free Pope John Paul’s soul “from the memory remains in the heart of the Church 30 years, and Archbishop Piero Marini, the Minister Paul Martin, Iranian President power of darkness,” forgive his sins, accept and of all humanity,” it said. pope’s , extended a Mohammad Khatami, Zimbabwe’s President his good works, give him peace and allow The document, which included biographi- white silk cloth over his face. Robert Mugabe and U.N. Secretary-General him to join “the company of saints.” cal information, said his pontificate of more To the applause of the crowd, the pope’s Kofi Annan. A simple cross and a bronze plaque with than 26 years “was one of the longest in the casket—with a simple cross and “M” for Among the U.S. delegates from other the pope’s name were placed on top of the history of the Church” and took place during Mary on it—was carried by 12 laymen into Christian Churches were Ted Haggard, pres- cypress coffin, which was sealed with red a time of great historical change. St. Peter’s Square and placed before the altar, ident of the National Association of ribbons and placed inside a zinc-lined Among the specific themes of his pontifi- which was not under the canopy usually Evangelicals; John A. Graham of the Billy wooden casket, said Joaquin Navarro-Valls, cate highlighted in the document were his erected for papal Masses. Graham Organization of Evangelicals; and the Vatican spokesman. † The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Page 11

Men lower the casket of Pope John Paul II into a crypt

CNS photo from Reuters underneath St. Peter’s Basilica on April 8 at the Vatican. The Polish pontiff’s final resting place will be accessible to pilgrims visit- ing the grotto of the basilica.

L'Osservatore Romano CNS photo from U.S. President George W. Bush, first lady Laura Bush and former Presidents George H.W. Bush and Bill Clinton pay homage to Pope John Paul II while viewing the late pontiff’s body in St. Peter’s Basilica on April 6.

L'Osservatore Romano CNS photo from CNS photo from Reuters Above, pilgrims hold a banner that translates as “sainthood immediately” during the funeral Mass for Pope John Paul II in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on April 8. Thousands of the faithful began chanting the pope’s name in Italian during the funeral and calling for his immediate .

Left, Polish Archbishop Stanislaw Dziwisz, private secretary to Pope John Paul II, places a veil over the face of the pope while Archbishop Piero Marini, the Vatican’s chief liturgist, watches on April 8. CNS photo from Reuters

Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger celebrates the funeral Mass for Pope John Paul II in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican on April 8. Cardinals, bishops and world leaders flanked the altar for the service honoring the Polish pontiff, who led the worldwide Church for more than 26 years. Page 12 The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Cardinal Ratzinger’s homily at funeral Mass for Pope John Paul II

VATICAN CITY (CNS)—Here is the Vatican’s English-language text of the Italian-language homily by Cardinal Joseph

Ratzinger, dean of the College of Cardinals, CNS photo from Reuters during the funeral Mass for Pope John Paul II on April 8: “Follow me.” The risen Lord says these words to Peter. They are his last words to this disciple, chosen to shepherd his flock. “Follow me”—this lapidary saying of Christ can be taken as the key to understand- ing the message which comes to us from the life of our late beloved Pope John Paul II. Today we bury his remains in the earth as a seed of immortality—our hearts are full of sadness, yet at the same time of joyful hope and profound gratitude. These are the sentiments that inspire us, brothers and sisters in Christ, present here in St. Peter’s Square, in neighboring streets and in various other locations within the city of Rome, where an immense crowd, silently praying, has gathered over the last few days. I greet all of you from my heart. In the name of the College of Cardinals, I also wish to express my respects to heads of state, heads of government and the delega- tions from various countries. I greet the authorities and official representatives of other Churches and Christian communities and likewise those of different religions. Next I greet the , bishops, priests, religious men and women and the faithful who have come here from every continent; German Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger censes the casket of Pope John Paul II during his funeral Mass in St Peter’s Square at the Vatican on April 8. A cypress especially the young, whom John Paul II casket marked with a simple cross and an “M” for Mary bore the body of the Polish pontiff, who died on April 2 at age 84. liked to call the future and the hope of the Church. My greeting is extended, moreover, academic world, leaving this challenging English seminarian to all those throughout the world who are engagement with young people, leaving the The Pilot Paul Moss sings the united with us through radio and television in great intellectual endeavor of striving to Gospel at Pope John this solemn celebration of our beloved Holy understand and interpret the mystery of that Paul II’s funeral in Father’s funeral. creature which is man and of communicating St. Peter’s Square at Follow me—as a young student Karol to today’s world the Christian interpretation the Vatican on April 8.

Wojtyla was thrilled by literature, the theater of our being—all this must have seemed to Gregory CNS photo by L. Tracy, and poetry. Working in a chemical plant, sur- him like losing his very self, losing what had rounded and threatened by the Nazi terror, he become the very human identity of this heard the voice of the Lord: Follow me! In young priest. this extraordinary setting, he began to read Follow me—Karol Wojtyla accepted the books of philosophy and theology, and then appointment, for he heard in the Church’s entered the clandestine seminary established call the voice of Christ. And then he realized by Cardinal Sapieha. After the war he was how true are the Lord’s words: “Those who able to complete his studies in the of try to make their life secure will lose it, but theology of the Jagiellonian University of those who lose their life will keep it” (Lk Krakow. How often, in his letters to priests 17:33). Our pope—and we all know this— and in his autobiographical books, has he never wanted to make his own life secure, to spoken to us about his priesthood, to which keep it for himself; he wanted to give of him- he was ordained on Nov. 1, 1946. In these self unreservedly, to the very last moment, texts he interprets his priesthood with partic- for Christ and thus also for us. And thus he ular reference to three sayings of the Lord. came to experience how everything which he First: “You did not choose me, but I chose had given over into the Lord’s hands came Follow me! Together with the command mystery as a mystery of divine mercy. In you. And I appointed you to go and bear back to him in a new way. His love of words, to feed his flock, Christ proclaimed to Peter his last book, he wrote: The limit imposed fruit, fruit that will last” (Jn 15:16). The sec- of poetry, of literature, became an essential that he would die a martyr’s death. With upon evil “is ultimately Divine Mercy” ond saying is: “The good shepherd lays part of his pastoral mission and gave new those words, which conclude and sum up (, pp. 60-61). And down his life for the sheep” (Jn 10:11). And vitality, new urgency, new attractiveness to the dialogue on love and on the mandate of reflecting on the assassination attempt, he then: “As the Father has loved me, so I have the preaching of the Gospel, even when it is the universal shepherd, the Lord recalls said: “In sacrificing himself for us all, loved you; abide in my love” (Jn 15:9). In a sign of contradiction. another dialogue, which took place during Christ gave a new meaning to suffering, these three sayings we see the heart and soul Follow me! In October 1978 Cardinal the Last Supper. There Jesus had said: opening up a new dimension, a new order: of our Holy Father. He really went every- Wojtyla once again heard the voice of the “Where I am going, you cannot come.” the order of love ... It is this suffering where, untiringly, in order to bear fruit, fruit Lord. Once more there took place that dia- Peter said to him, “Lord, where are you which burns and consumes evil with the that lasts. logue with Peter reported in the Gospel of going?” Jesus replied: “Where I am going, flame of love and draws forth even from Rise, Let Us Be on Our Way! is the title of this Mass: “Simon, son of John, do you love you cannot follow me now; but you will sin a great flowering of good” (pp. 189- his next-to-last book. “Rise, let us be on our me? Feed my sheep!” To the Lord’s question, follow me afterward.” (Jn 13:33, 36). Jesus 190). Impelled by this vision, the pope suf- way!”—with these words he roused us from “Karol, do you love me?” The archbishop of from the supper went toward the cross, fered and loved in communion with Christ, a lethargic faith, from the sleep of the disci- Krakow answered from the depths of his went toward his resurrection—he entered and that is why the message of his suffer- ples of both yesterday and today. “Rise, let heart: “Lord you know everything; you know into the paschal mystery; and Peter could ing and his silence proved so eloquent and us be on our way!” he continues to say to us that I love you.” The love of Christ was the not yet follow him. Now—after the so fruitful. even today. The Holy Father was a priest to dominant force in the life of our beloved Resurrection—comes the time, comes this Divine Mercy: The Holy Father found the last, for he offered his life to God for his Holy Father. Anyone who ever saw him pray, “afterward.” the purest reflection of God’s mercy in the flock and for the entire human family, in a who ever heard him preach, knows that. By shepherding the flock of Christ, Peter mother of God. He, who at an early age had daily self-oblation for the service of the Thanks to his being profoundly rooted in enters into the paschal mystery, he goes lost his own mother, loved his divine Church, especially amid the sufferings of his Christ, he was able to bear a burden which toward the cross and the Resurrection. The mother all the more. He heard the words of final months. And in this way he became one transcends merely human abilities: that of Lord says this in these words: “... when you the crucified Lord as addressed personally with Christ, the good shepherd who loves his being the shepherd of Christ’s flock, his uni- were younger, you used to fasten your own to him: “Behold your Mother.” And so he sheep. Finally, “abide in my love:” the pope versal Church. belt and to go wherever you wished. But did as the beloved disciple did: he took her who tried to meet everyone, who had an abil- This is not the time to speak of the spe- when you grow old, you will stretch out into his own home (ibid. Jn 19:27) —Totus ity to forgive and to open his heart to all, cific content of this rich pontificate. I would your hands, and someone else will fasten a tuus. And from the mother he learned to tells us once again today, with these words of like only to read two passages of today’s belt around you and take you where you do conform himself to Christ. the Lord, that by abiding in the love of Christ liturgy which reflect central elements of his not wish to go” (Jn 21:18). In the first years None of us can ever forget how in that we learn, at the school of Christ, the art of message. In the first reading, St. Peter says— of his pontificate, still young and full of last Easter Sunday of his life, the Holy true love. and with St. Peter, the pope himself—“I truly energy, the Holy Father went to the very Father, marked by suffering, came once Follow me! In July 1958 the young priest understand that God shows no partiality, but ends of the earth, guided by Christ. But more to the window of the Karol Wojtyla began a new stage in his jour- in every nation anyone who fears him and afterward, he increasingly entered into the and one last time gave his blessing urbi et ney with the Lord and in the footsteps of the does what is right is acceptable to him. You communion of Christ’s sufferings; increas- orbi. We can be sure that our beloved pope Lord. Karol had gone to the Masuri lakes for know the message he sent to the people of ingly he understood the truth of the words: is standing today at the window of the his usual vacation, along with a group of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ—he “Someone else will fasten a belt around Father’s house, that he sees us and blesses young people who loved canoeing. But he is Lord of all” (Acts 10:34-36). And in the you.” And in this very communion with the us. Yes, bless us, Holy Father. We entrust brought with him a letter inviting him to call second reading, St. Paul—and with St. Paul, suffering Lord, tirelessly and with renewed your dear soul to the mother of God, your on the primate of Poland, Cardinal our late pope—exhorts us, crying out: “My intensity, he proclaimed the Gospel, the mother, who guided you each day and who Wyszynski. He could guess the purpose of brothers and sisters, whom I love and long mystery of that love which goes to the end will guide you now to the eternal glory of the meeting: He was to be appointed as the for, my joy and my crown, stand firm in the (cf. Jn 13:1). her son, our Lord Jesus Christ. auxiliary bishop of Krakow. Leaving the Lord in this way, my beloved” (Phil 4:1). He interpreted for us the paschal Amen. † The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Page 13 Priest for archdiocese participates in papal funeral

By Sean Gallagher the unity and universality of the Church. A simple cypress Father Stanley Pondo has been a wit- “Being there with people from so many casket bearing the ness to history. countries, seeing the flags being waved, body of Pope John Paul II lies in

A priest for the Archdiocese of but knowing that we were all members of CNS photo from Reuters Indianapolis, who is - one Church, one body, was very moving,” St Peter’s Square ing law in Rome, he said. “I was especially moved when the during his funeral Father Pondo was present in patriarchs, metropolitans and major arch- Mass at the Vatican St. Peter’s Square when bishops of the oriental Churches … on April 8. The poor Pope John Paul II died and, offered prayers from the Eastern Rite for and the powerful of nearly a week later, for the the Holy Father. It really gave me a sense the world attended pontiff’s funeral. of the unity of the Church.” the service to say In an interview with Although he noted he was focused on their last goodbye to The Criterion, he spoke the prayers of the liturgy, Father Pondo the Polish pontiff, who died on April 2 Fr. Stanley about his experience of the said that the large number of leaders of at age 84. Pondo liturgy, where he sat in the governments present for the funeral section for approxi- impressed him. mately 100 feet from the pope’s casket. “I saw this as testimony to the impor- Given the millions that streamed into tance of the Holy Father as a beacon of Rome for the funeral, simply being able to hope and morality in the world whose be in St. Peter’s Square was a blessing influence extended far beyond the bound- that Father Pondo “did not dare hope or aries of the Catholic Church,” he said. think” that he would receive. But toward the end of the liturgy, it was Living in the midst of the city where not the voices of those who lead peoples people from all over the world were com- and nations that made themselves heard, ing for the funeral was itself unprece- but that of ordinary people from around dented for this priest who has now lived the world who praised the holiness of the in Rome for nearly three years and seen late pope. his fair share of large events. “I did hear the chant santo subito, “The sheer number of people who which means ‘saint immediately,’ ” Father came to pay their respects for the Holy Pondo said. “I personally believe that the Father was overwhelming,” Father Holy Father is with Christ in heaven, and Pondo said. “I was here for Mother I look forward to the day when the Teresa’s and St. Jose Maria Church acclaims him a saint.” Escrivá’s canonization, and the crowds One of the most poignant moments for for the Holy Father’s funeral dwarfed Father Pondo came when the pallbearers, either of those two events. I can honestly carrying the casket and the mortal say that I have seen nothing like it in my remains of Pope John Paul II out of St. lifetime.” Peter’s Square at the end of the public The day before the funeral, the house portion of the liturgy, paused and lifted of studies where he and other priests up the casket for the vast crowd to see reside received 30 tickets for seating in for the last time. the clergy section. But because there were “It was a moment for us to say good- more than that living there, a lottery was bye to a man who had been a father to set up to determine who would receive us,” he said. “We applauded and said them. farewell to the Holy Father.” Father Pondo said that later on he have been charged to choose the next After receiving a ticket, Father Pondo Pope John Paul II was like family for looked to Pope John Paul for inspiration pope. arrived in the square several hours before Father Pondo in a number of ways. Born in his own vocational discernment and “I have been most conscious of the the funeral began in anticipation of the into a family with a strong Polish back- priestly formation. tremendous burden and responsibility that large crowds and strict security. ground residing in northwestern Indiana, “His call, ‘Be not afraid,’ inspired me falls on the cardinals,” he said. “I have When he discovered how close he he recalled how his mother called him to know … that God could lift me past my been praying for them, that they will find would be sitting to where the Holy when he was a freshman at DePauw own limitations to make me a good solace and wisdom in the Holy Spirit as Father’s casket would be placed, he was University in 1978 to tell him of the elec- priest,” he said. “The Holy Father and they make what will be the most impor- shocked. tion of a Polish pope. of Calcutta were both will- tant decision that any of them will ever “I was stunned that we were so close,” “She was ecstatic as were all of my rel- ing to be used by God in whatever way he make.” Father Pondo said. “I hadn’t dared even atives and the other Poles from East had chosen, and their example has Having been a witness to two historic hope to be so near.” Chicago,” he said. “I shared their pride inspired me to try to do the same.” events in St. Peter’s Square over the past As the international crowd grew and and excitement. The fact that the Holy Now that the mortal remains of Pope two weeks, Father Pondo said he hopes to grew and at the start of the Mass when Father has proven to be one of the greatest John Paul II have been laid to rest, Father be there for one more: when white smoke cardinals from all over the world popes in the history of the Church has Pondo is focusing his prayer on the cardi- rises from the chimney of the Sistine processed out together, Father Pondo was made me even more proud of our shared nal electors—many of whom stood before Chapel and the name of the new pope is struck by how the gathering was a sign of heritage.” him during the pontiff’s funeral—who announced to the world. † Pope’s funeral attended by Disciples of Christ leader Switzerland, where a member of the Welsh, who described the gathering as gathered in St. Peter’s Square behind him By Sean Gallagher Pontifical Council for Christian Unity was “probably the largest gathering of secular and in the Via del Conciliazione, which also present. An invitation to the funeral and religious leaders ever assembled.” led out of it toward the Tiber River. Rev. Dr. Robert K. Welsh is the presi- was immediately given to him. Despite the grand meeting of so many “One could not help but hear the chant- dent of the Council on Christian Unity of Rev. Dr. Welsh arrived in Rome the day men and women of power in one small ing, from all over St. Peter’s Square and the Christian Church before the funeral. Millions of others had place, his attention was soon drawn to the beyond,” Rev. Dr. Welsh said. “And there (Disciples of Christ), a already arrived before him. He was able to Holy Father’s casket and especially to the were signs everywhere declaring Santo denomination based in witness this enormous gathering of people book of the Gospels placed on top of it. Subito [sainthood immediately]. It was, Indianapolis. He served as from around the world as he arrived for The wind rushing through St. Peter’s for me, the true blessing of the people, the its official representative at the funeral Mass. Square that day and quickly turning the voice of the people, being declared.” the funeral of Pope John “I was most impressed by the large pages of that book was evocative for He saw a proper salute to the people Paul II. number of young people who were in the him. when the pope’s casket, as it was being The event was significant crowds that had gathered at St. Peter’s,” “My impression, even then, was [of] carried to its internment, was lifted up by for Rev. Dr. Welsh as he has he said. “The pope clearly touched a posi- the wind of the Holy Spirit that continues the pallbearers for all to see, a moment Rev. Dr. Robert been involved in the ecu- tive nerve in his relation to the youth in to blow, even at such a time as this … ,” which he described as “just like John K. Welsh menical dialogue between offering them hope and meaning in the Rev. Dr. Welsh said. Paul II would have done himself in bid- the Catholic Church and the midst of so much despair and confusion in As the liturgy progressed, he noticed ding farewell to those crowds who came Disciples of Christ since it began in 1977, our world today.” something he felt was quite appropriate to greet him wherever he traveled the year before Karol Wojtyla was elected At the funeral, Rev. Dr. Welsh was for a gathering of people whose purpose throughout his papacy.” bishop of Rome. seated approximately 50 feet from the was to pay respect to Pope John Paul. It After the conclusion of the pope’s Rev. Dr. Welsh met the Holy Father on Holy Father’s casket, directly across from was the sign of peace when, right across funeral, Rev. Dr. Welsh was able to dis- four occasions, the first time in 1978 and President George W. Bush and First Lady from him, so many leaders of nations cern deep meaning in it for himself and the last being just last year. Laura Bush and in the same row as other turned to each other and shared a sign of the world. “In each meeting, I was moved by the Christian leaders from around the world, Christ’s peace with each other. “I came away from the funeral amazed Holy Father’s ability to connect with each including the Archbishop of Canterbury, Rev. Dr. Welsh described this moment not only by the massive crowd, and the individual present in a pastoral and per- the General Secretaries of the Lutheran as “a symbol of the power of Christ, the grandeur of the Mass itself,” he said, “but sonal way,” he said. “In 1978, I was World Federation, the World Alliance of Prince of Peace, to work even in John by the realization that this pope was truly struck by how vigorous he appeared in Reformed Churches, the World Methodist Paul II’s death for healing and overcom- beloved by so many people: young and stature. By 2004, even in his weakness, he Conference and the World Council of ing division in the world.” old alike, from all continents, all faiths, all communicated a quiet strength, clearly Churches. Toward the end of the funeral, his focus political positions, and yes, the rich and grounded in his faith.” Being present among so many religious turned from the religious and governmen- especially the poor. Pope John Paul II, in When he learned of the pope’s death, figures and leaders of governments from tal leaders around him to the hundreds of his death as in his life, was an icon of he was attending a meeting in Geneva, around the world was striking to Rev. Dr. thousands of admirers of the pope hope for us all.” † Page 14 The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005

Cardinal Tettamanzi came to the CONCLAVE media’s attention at the 1999 European continued from page 1 of Bishops, where some leading bishops suggested a Churchwide council L'Osservatore Romano under age 80 can take part in the actual to examine possible reforms and a less- conclave in the . The voting centralized style of Church governance. At cardinals today number 115, and only three a closing press conference, Cardinal CNS photo from of them have ever participated in a conclave Tettamanzi said the proposal had found before. “no echo” at the synod. Geographically, the cardinals are more Cardinal Angelo Scola, 63, is a respected spread out than ever before, but they have academic and theologian who has headed come together more often than in past the of Venice since 2002. eras—in Rome for , consistories Considered by many as a “cultural warrior,” and frequent Vatican meetings, and else- his eagerness to push Church teachings in where for regional Church events. Many the public forum has earned him plaudits of the cardinals have traveled extensively, from other Church leaders. He travels visiting Church communities around the extensively, speaks several languages and world. Most observers say that means they remains a prolific writer despite a heavy know each other far better than the cardi- pastoral schedule. Cardinals gather outside the Synod Hall at the Vatican on April 5. nals who gathered at the last two con- Cardinal Scola is considered a friend of claves in 1978. new Church movements, having spent sev- In 2002, the late pope called him to his blunt talk and sense of humor, Cardinal Previous conclaves have been logistical eral years with the Communion and preach his Lenten retreat—a sign of papal Arinze has close ties to conservative ordeals, as cardinals camped out in Liberation movement as a young student favor that often counts at conclave time. He Catholic groups in the United States. makeshift quarters in the ancient rooms of and priest in Milan. He has tried to stimu- is also a member of nine important Vatican Other potential candidates can be found the Apostolic Palace. But this time the car- late lay formation in Venice, inaugurating agencies, more than any other Latin among the ranks of well-known as well as dinals will reside at the Vatican’s modern an important new educational complex that American cardinal. relatively unknown cardinals: and comfortable guest house, the Domus offers theology degrees followed by spe- A constant theme of Cardinal Hummes’ • German Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, the Sanctae Marthae, and ride a bus to their cialist studies in bioethics, business ethics, pastoral work has been protecting human 77-year-old prefect of the Congregation for sessions in the Sistine Chapel. art and social sciences. He also has forged dignity in areas of the family, labor and the Doctrine of the Faith, has been the Although the cardinals will no longer be new contacts with Orthodox Churches and economic justice. At a Christmas fund- Vatican’s doctrinal watchdog since 1981. In locked inside the voting area, they will reached out to support Christian minorities raiser for a Church-run job-training center, the eyes of many, he was the dominant cur- pledge to uphold the absolute secrecy of the in the Middle East. he said: “Jesus was born poor among the ial figure in the last pontificate, and he conclave’s proceedings and to avoid contact Cardinal , who worked for poor to call our attention to the social injus- would be an attractive choice to those who with the outside world until it is over. years in the pope’s shadow as papal vicar of tice that makes a portion of humanity want an even clearer line against dissent On April 18, the cardinals will process Rome, is seen as a longshot Italian candi- increasingly poor, suffering, humiliated and inside the Church. into the Sistine Chapel and begin the voting date who, if elected, would press ahead excluded from sufficient access to the Whether a candidate or not, Cardinal process. A single vote can be held on the with the late pope’s agenda. President of the goods of the earth.” Ratzinger will certainly be an influential first day, and then the rounds of balloting— Italian bishops’ conference since 1991, As a bishop in the late 1970s, he opened force, or “grand elector,” in the conclave. two in the morning and two in the after- Cardinal Ruini, 73, gets high marks for the doors of churches as a refuge for those His position as dean of the College of noon—proceed with occasional daylong administration but low marks for charisma. hunted by the military regime. When he Cardinals means he will preside over the pauses until a new pope is elected by a two- After the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks, he headed the Archdiocese of Fortaleza in the daily congregations of cardinals and guide thirds majority. Under new rules written by supported the right of the United States to 1990s, he strengthened his fame as a peace- their discussions in the period leading up to the late pope, however, it will be easier to respond militarily. In , he has pressed maker, this time by opening the doors to the election. move to a simple majority vote if the con- hard against legislative attempts to intro- new Catholic movements, such as the • Portuguese Cardinal Jose da Cruz clave goes past 12 days. duce euthanasia and a number of proposals charismatics, without generating tensions Policarpo, the 69-year-old patriarch of One thing is certain: Having appointed that would weaken the traditional definition among the more progressive basic Christian Lisbon, who is seen by some as a potential more than 97 percent of the voting cardi- of the family. communities. bridge candidate between Europe and Latin nals, the late pope remains an influential Church leaders in Rome who yearn for • Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, a 68- America. A former academic and a prolific figure in the coming conclave. None of the a strong administrator as pope sometimes year-old Jesuit who has a growing reputa- writer, the cardinal has produced articles true papabili, or potential popes, have point to Italian Cardinal Giovanni Battista tion as a very spiritual man with a talent for and books ranging from Marian spiritual- shown any indication they would alter the Re, 71, who spent years as the No. 2 man pastoral leadership. An author of books on ity—reflecting the Portuguese devotion to pastoral directions established by Pope John at the Vatican’s Secretariat of State and spirituality and meditation, since 1998 he Our Lady of Fatima—to the moral and spir- Paul. has run the Congregation for Bishops has been archbishop of Buenos Aires, itual challenges of modern society. The cardinals who are considered the since 2000. His lack of pastoral experi- where his style is low-key and close to the Shortly after being made a cardinal in strongest candidates for election include ence would be a serious handicap during a people. He rides the bus, visits the poor and 2001, he participated in a meeting with several from Italy and other European coun- conclave. a few years ago made a point of washing Pope John Paul and more than 150 other tries, at least three from Latin America and Other Europeans frequently mentioned the feet of 12 AIDS sufferers on Holy cardinals to discuss the Church and the an African. as potential papal candidates include Thursday. He also has created 17 new third millennium. Afterward, he said the For centuries, Italians controlled the Belgian Cardinal Godfried Danneels, 71, parishes, restructured the administrative key conclusion was that “evangelization is conclave and invariably elected one of who has called for more openness and more offices, led pro-life initiatives and started witness. The Church must give a radical their own. Even today, some cardinals consultation in the way the Church deals new pastoral programs, such as a commis- witness of holiness, charity and poverty.” think there are built-in reasons to elect an with some key issues; and Austrian sion for divorcees. He co-presided over the In recent years, Cardinal Policarpo has Italian pope: the Vatican’s location as an Cardinal Christoph Schonborn, 60, a 2001 Synod of Bishops and was elected to made overtures to Muslims and Jews, enclave inside Italy, the fact that Italian is Dominican who helped write the Catechism the synod council, so he is well-known to emphasizing the common social agenda of the common language of the Roman of the Catholic Church. Italian Cardinal the world’s bishops. all believers. But, as he told a Synod of Curia, the role the Vatican has historically Carlo Maria Martini, 78, a biblical scholar Latin Americans at the Vatican also point Bishops in 2001, the Church cannot fol- played in Italy and the pope’s own posi- and retired archbishop of Milan who to two sometimes-overlooked Church lead- low “a merely cultural and sociological tion as bishop of Rome. remains a popular pastoral figure in Italy, is ers in , each of whom has a reputa- notion of dialogue.” For the Church, he But in recent years, no Italian cardinal expected to be influential in a conclave and tion as a social liberal and theological con- said, dialogue starts with faith in Jesus appears to have garnered the kind of pre- may have some support for the papacy servative in the Pope John Paul tradition: and in the Gospel. The Church listens to conclave support needed to propel him to despite his age. Cardinal of others after listening to the word of God, a quick election. Instead, speculation has Latin America, home to more than Mexico City, 62; and Cardinal Juan responding to questions and challenges by centered on two or three cardinals who 40 percent of the world’s Catholics and Sandoval Iniguez of Guadalajara, 72. living the faith more deeply and com- represent slightly different wings of Italian the biggest voting bloc of cardinals after Among the African cardinals, one pletely, he said. Catholicism. Europe, has at least three cardinals fre- stands out: Cardinal Francis Arinze, 72, a • Cardinal Nicolas Lopez Rodriguez of Cardinal of Milan, quently mentioned as strong papal candi- member of the Ibo tribe, converted to the Dominican Republic, 68, who organized 71, is considered by many the front-run- dates: as a child. He excelled as a the Church’s celebration of the fifth cente- ner. Short, stout and quick to smile, he is • Honduran Cardinal Oscar Rodriguez young bishop in northern Nigeria in a nary of the evangelization of the Americas viewed as a theological conservative with Maradiaga of Tegucigalpa, 62, whose age period marked by strife and hunger, before in Santo Domingo in 1992. A past president a strong social conscience. He is seasoned may count against him with cardinals wary being called to the Vatican in 1985 to head of CELAM, he has emphasized evangeliza- in Church administration, having held key of another long pontificate. Charismatic, the Pontifical Council for Interreligious tion in the region and insisted that the positions in the Italian bishops’ confer- plainspoken and fluent in seven languages, Dialogue. He firmly adhered to Pope John Church’s concern for the poor must not be ence. A teacher of moral theology for 20 he served as president of the Latin Paul’s line on dialogue: It is essential in a “exclusive or excluding.” A strong voice on years, he helped prepare Pope John Paul’s American bishops’ council, or CELAM, shrinking world for religions to respect family issues, he has been sharply critical of on human life issues, 1995-99, promoting a wide range of eco- each other, but this can never diminish the U.S.-supported abortion and sterilization Evangelium Vitae, and in 2000, he wrote nomic justice initiatives between North and Church’s duty to announce Christ. campaigns, comparing them to the work of an online e-book on medical ethics. He is South America. In 2002, Cardinal Arinze was promoted “death squads.” also considered one of the Italian More recently, he made headlines when to head the Congregation for Divine • Indian Cardinal Ivan Dias of , Church’s top experts in marriage and fam- he criticized what he called a media “witch Worship and the Sacraments—only the formerly Bombay, is considered an Asian ily ministry, the lay apostolate and youth hunt” against the Catholic Church regarding second time an African cardinal has long shot among papal contenders. A long- formation. clerical sex abuse. That might have lost him headed one of the nine top Vatican depart- time Vatican diplomat who is fluent in Increasingly, Cardinal Tettamanzi has points among some U.S. observers, but did ments. In 2004, the congregation issued 17 languages, the 68-year-old was spoken out on social issues at home and not hurt his standing with some other an important document taking aim at a named to Mumbai in 1996. Cardinal Dias abroad, highlighting in particular the pop- around the world. wide range of liturgical abuses, and it has has endorsed the teachings of the controver- ulations left behind by globalization. He • Brazilian Cardinal Claudio Hummes, continued to exercise close control on sial Vatican document, , say- drew criticism from the right when, as the 70-year-old Franciscan who heads the liturgical translations. ing the Church has no choice but to archbishop of Genoa in 2001, he defended populous Sao Paolo Archdiocese. The son During the congregation’s plenary ses- announce Christ as the only mediator protesters at a G-8 meeting in the city and of German immigrants, he was named sion in March 2005, Cardinal Aloysius between God and humanity. He is the type spoke movingly of the new situations of bishop of Santo Andre in 1975 and gained Ambrozic of Toronto said Cardinal Arinze of pastoral leader the Vatican hopes will poverty in the world. In Milan, he has pastoral experience among laborers, some- ran the meeting briskly, keeping order but lead the evangelization advance in India repeatedly challenged the city to live up to times mediating between companies and in a “democratic and fair” way. and the rest of Asia. Insiders add that the Gospel values in the way they treat soci- unions. He has strongly defended the “He’s simple, in an intelligent kind of cardinal has a sense of humor and that his ety’s weakest members. Church’s family and pro-life teachings. way,” Cardinal Ambrozic said. Known for jokes made the late pope laugh. † The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Page 15 Cardinal George says pope must be man of deep faith, multilingual

ROME (CNS)—The next pope, like The cardinal responded, “So your solu- every pope, “must be a man of deep faith, tion is to exterminate the poor in order to a man striving to be holy, a man faithful take care of poverty? to Christ and his teachings and a man who “The doctrine of the Church is not will bring them into our times,” said going to change,” he said, although the Cardinal Francis E. George of Chicago. pope and bishops try to find pastoral ways “Pope John Paul was a genius at this,” to lead people to a full acceptance of the the cardinal told reporters on April 5. truth. The cardinal also said the next pope, as Finding one person with all the quali- bishop of Rome, must speak Italian and, ties needed in a pope will be difficult, he as pastor of the universal Church, should said. But “the one person should be able be multilingual. to call on people and understand ... by The issues the next pope will be called talking and listening to the experience of to deal with, he said, include “aggressive others.” secularism” and the “scandal of the con- Asked how the cardinals, coming from tinuing gap between rich and poor.” so many countries and backgrounds, can The next pope must find new ways to find consensus on one person, he said: dialogue with Muslims to help the world “The great unifier for all of us is faith. find peace and will have to face the con- Faith is the same everywhere,” although tinuing moral challenges raised by personalities and social situations are dif- biotechnology and by changing sexual ferent. mores. The unity of faith “creates an enormous Cardinal George said the period before community, with compassion and empa- the conclave starts on April 18 is the time thy. Pope John Paul II had that. He was the cardinals use to get to know each other not Asian, but when he went to Asia he better. Once the conclave begins, he said, was an Asian. When he went to Latin the cardinals are dedicated to actual vot- America, he became Latin American. Not our backgrounds, and we know the con- around the world, he said. ing. because he was an actor, but because he cerns of our people. “There may be divergences of opinion, With only three eligible cardinal-voters was a man of faith, and God is every- “We try to think about who will be a but I don’t think it will be curial cardinals who have participated in a previous con- where,” he said. pope who will truly strengthen the faith,” versus others,” he said. clave, he said, “we are all learning” how The next pope “will have to have Cardinal George said. “I don’t think Cardinal George also was asked about the process works. “It is not confusing; it something of that, given his own back- there’s anything more specific than that. rumors that the cause for the canonization is just new.” ground and his own talents,” Cardinal “I think any bloc would be resented. ... of Pope John Paul would open much Asked if he thought a cardinal who was George said. The most important things are the Church sooner than the five years foreseen by anti-American could be elected, he Asked point-blank which cardinal he and the faith,” he said. “This is an exer- church norms. replied: “We do not want a pope who is would choose, the cardinal answered, “I cise in unity, in community. To introduce “I have not heard that yet, but I suspect anti-anything. The pope must be able to do not have a specific person in mind.” a nation-state into that dynamic would be that would be so because I think he lived empathize with every person and be a uni- The cardinal said he would be spending unfaithful to it.” with the Lord; it was very clear,” the car- versal pastor.” the next two weeks or so trying to get to The cardinal said he did not expect a dinal said. “He prayed constantly. He was A reporter asked Cardinal George if he know the other cardinals better. bloc to be formed by the cardinals who a man who was at home with God and thought the U.S. cardinals would look for The U.S. cardinals, he said, are worked in the Vatican, either. lived with God. So if that is sanctity, and a pope who might consider changing the unlikely to form any kind of united group “Most of the cardinals in the curia were that is what it means, union with God, Church’s ban against artificial birth con- behind one candidate. once local bishops,” but their experience then he is obviously a holy man. Whether trol, especially to stem population growth “I don’t think we’re going to act as a at the Vatican has given them a broader the Church formally makes him a saint is as part of the battle against poverty. group,” he said. “We bring ourselves and understanding of issues facing the Church another question.” † Conclave has widest geographical mix of cardinals in history VATICAN CITY (CNS)—The coming conclave is expected to be the largest in history, with a wide geographical mix of cardinal-electors. There are 117 cardinals under age 80 and therefore eligible to vote in a papal election. However, the Vatican announced on April 9 that two cardinal-electors, Filipino Cardinal Jaime Sin, retired arch- bishop of Manila, and Mexican Cardinal Alfonso Suarez Rivera, retired archbishop of Monterrey, are too ill to make the trip to Rome and will not participate in the con- clave. They come from 53 different coun- tries, and the vast majority of them have served as pastors in archdioceses around the world. The cardinals’ average age is 71 years, seven months. That is about four years older than the average age of electors in the last conclave in 1978. The oldest among current voters is Italian Cardinal Marco Ce, the retired patri- arch of Venice, who turns 80 in July. The youngest is 52-year-old Hungarian Cardinal Peter Erdo of . Spain with six each, France with five, and Pope John Paul II appointed all but three Brazil and Mexico with four each. Four of the voting-age cardinals: U.S. Cardinal countries, including Canada, have three William W. Baum, German Cardinal Joseph cardinal-electors. Ratzinger and Cardinal Jaime Sin of the The Italian presence in the conclave has Philippines. They are the only ones ever to dropped since the last papal election in have participated in a conclave. 1978, when Italy had 26 voting cardinals. The geographical breakdown of con- Italians now represent 17 percent of the clave voters has become more diverse since conclave voters, compared to 23 percent in 1978, but Europeans still dominate. Forty- 1978; in the conclaves of 1963 and 1958, six of the electors come from Western the Italians made up more than 30 percent Europe and 12 from Eastern Europe, for a of the total number of voters. total of 58, or just over half of the voting The 11 U.S. cardinals, representing cardinals. 9.4 percent of the voting total, are a record There are 21 Latin American cardinal- high number from the United States. electors, about 18 percent of the total; In terms of influence, the Vatican as an 14 from North America, or about 12 per- institution will be heavily represented, with cent; and 11 each from Africa and Asia, 28 members of the voting in representing about 9 percent for each conti- the conclave—24 percent of the total. Sistine Chapel nent. Oceania has two voting-age cardinals, Among the voting-age cardinals, there Pope John Paul II presides at a ceremony in the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican in 2001. about 1.7 percent of the total. are 20 members of religious orders, includ- Cardinal-electors will gather on April 18 to vote for a new pope under the canopy of In the country-by-country breakdown, ing four Franciscans, three Jesuits and Michelangelo’s most famous frescoes. “The truths of our faith speak to us here from all sides,” Italy has 20 voting-age cardinals, followed three Salesians. Two of the cardinal-elec- Pope John Paul II said of the chapel in 1994 following restoration of the artworks. by the United States with 11, Germany and tors are members of Opus Dei. † Page 16 The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Election of new pope follows detailed pr ocedure

VATICAN CITY (CNS)—The voting witness Christ the Lord who will be my by cardinals to elect the next pope takes judge, that my vote is given to the one place behind the doors of the Sistine who before God I think should be Chapel, following a highly detailed pro- elected.” He places his ballot on a plate, cedure last revised by the late Pope John or paten, then slides it into a receptacle, Paul II. traditionally a large chalice. Under the rules, secret ballots can be When all the ballots have been cast, cast once on the first day of the con- the first scrutineer shakes the receptacle clave, then normally twice during each to mix them. He then transfers the bal- subsequent morning and evening ses- lots to a new urn, counting them to make sion. Except for periodic pauses, the vot- sure they correspond to the number of ing continues until a new pontiff is electors. elected. The ballots are read out. Each of the Only cardinals under the age of 80 three scrutineers examines each ballot can vote in the conclave; older cardinals one-by-one, with the last scrutineer call- do not enter the Sistine Chapel. In the- ing out the name on the ballot, so all the ory, any baptized male Catholic can be cardinals can record the tally. The last elected pope, but current Church law scrutineer pierces each ballot with a nee- says he must become a bishop before dle through the word Eligo and places it taking office. Since the 15th century, the on a thread, so they can be secured. electors always have chosen a fellow After the names have been read out, cardinal. the votes are counted to see if someone Each vote begins with the preparation has obtained a two-thirds majority and distribution of paper ballots by two needed for election—or a simple major- masters of ceremonies, who are among a ity if the rules are changed later in the handful of noncardinals allowed into the conclave. The revisers then double-check chapel at the start of the session. the work of the scrutineers for possible Then the names of nine voting cardi- mistakes. nals are chosen at random: three to serve At this point, any handwritten notes as “scrutineers” or voting judges; three made by the cardinals during the vote to collect the votes of any sick cardinals are collected for burning with the bal- who remain in their quarters at the lots. If the first vote of the morning or ; and three evening session is inconclusive, a second “revisers” who check the work of the vote normally follows immediately, and scrutineers. the ballots from both votes are burned The paper ballot is rectangular. On the together at the end. top half is printed the Latin phrase Eligo When a pope is elected, the ballots in Summum Pontificem (“I elect as the are burned immediately. By tradition, the most high pontiff”), and the lower half is ballots are burned dry—or with chemical blank for the writing of the name of the additives—to produce white smoke when person chosen. a pope has been elected; they are burned After all the noncardinals have left with damp straw or other chemicals to the chapel, the cardinals fill out their produce black smoke when the voting ballots secretly, legibly and fold them has been inconclusive. rule holds in the first phase of the con- decide to move to a simple majority for twice. Meanwhile, any ballots from sick The most notable change introduced clave: three days of voting, then a pause papal election and can limit the voting to cardinals are collected and brought back by Pope John Paul II into the voting of up to one day, followed by seven bal- the top two vote-getters. In earlier con- to the chapel. process was to increase the opportunity lots and a pause, then seven more ballots claves, switching to a simple majority Each cardinal then walks to the altar, of electing a pope by simple majority and a pause, and seven more ballots. required approval of two-thirds of the holding up his folded ballot so it can be instead of two-thirds majority, after a At that point—about 12 or 13 days cardinals, but now that decision can be seen, and says aloud: “I call as my series of ballots. The two-thirds majority into the conclave—the cardinals can made by simple majority, too. † In 1996 conclave rules, Pope John Paul emphasized secr ecy VATICAN CITY (CNS)—When recording or communication devices Pope John Paul II rewrote the rules for expands on earlier precautions against the coming conclave, he emphasized the potential bugging of the conclave. repeatedly that the papal election and Sophisticated surveillance equipment L'Osservatore Romano everything about it must remain secret. will be used to scan the area in and The conclave begins on April 18 after around the Sistine Chapel. a public Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica. But because this time the cardinals CNS photo from The cardinals and those assisting will be staying at the Domus Sanctae inside the conclave or at the dormlike Marthae, a Vatican building half a building where the cardinals will stay mile away, it may be more difficult to are to take a solemn oath to observe police electronics—including devices “absolute and perpetual secrecy” about now routinely carried by some cardi- the election. Violation of the oath can nals, such as cell phones, pagers, result in . Blackberries or pocket computers with They are also to promise not to use wireless capability. any audio or video recording devices. The rules order that the Domus The Sistine Chapel was to be swept for Sanctae Marthae be kept off-limits to hidden cameras or microphones—a unauthorized personnel during the con- precaution introduced by Pope Paul VI. clave, and especially that no one Notes from the conclave are to be approach the cardinals when they are burned with the ballots, and the tally of being transported to the Sistine Chapel. each vote is to be sealed and delivered The bus driver, presumably, will not be to the new pope for safekeeping. allowed to chat with his passengers. The exhortation to secrecy is men- The cardinals are warned against tioned 17 separate times in the late communicating with anyone during pope’s 1996 , the conclave—by writing, telephone or (“The any other means—except in cases of Shepherd of the Lord’s Whole Flock”), proven urgency. They are barred from which updated conclave rules. reading newspapers or magazines, lis- There has always been great curios- tening to the radio or watching TV. ity about the inside story of conclave The ban on divulging information voting. After the 1978 conclave that related to the papal election even brought Pope John Paul to the papacy, extends to the meetings the cardinals books were written with detailed have before the conclave begins. descriptions of the shifting numbers of On April 19, the cardinals unani- votes in each of the eight ballots before mously decided to avoid interviews he was elected. and meetings with the media in the Much of the writing was specula- days leading up to the conclave. tion, but some of it was based on con- All this does not mean the full story versations cardinals had with close of the conclave will never be told. The aides or friends in the excitement of rules say that once elected, the new the immediate postelection period. pope can lift the secrecy provision and Pope John Paul apparently did not let the cardinals tell the inside story. want that to happen again. Very few at the Vatican expect that Workers prepare the Sistine Chapel at the Vatican for the upcoming conclave to elect a new pope. The The section banning electronic to happen. † conclave begins on April 18 after a public Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica. The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Page 17 Archbishop Buechlein celebrates Mass on day of pope’s funeral By Brandon A. Evans John Paul’s life was his faithfulness to At a Mass on April 8 at prayer—prayer before the Blessed SS. Peter and Paul Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein gath- Sacrament, prayer to the Blessed Cathedral in Indianapolis, ered with several hundred members of his Mother,” he said. Archbishop Daniel M. flock at noon on April 8 at SS. Peter and Archbishop Buechlein told those A. Brandon Photo by Evans Buechlein told several hun- Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis to celebrate gathered to pray for the grace to be as dred people to remember a Mass and pray for the soul of Pope John determined in prayer as our Holy Father Pope John Paul II by resolv- Paul II. was. ing “to enrich our call to It was the same day that the Mass of Pope John Paul II also had a strong holiness by embracing Christian Burial was celebrated before devotion to the saints, “especially ordi- virtues which Pope John millions of people in Rome by Cardinal nal people who lived heroic lives,” he Paul II lived … with serene Joseph Ratzinger. said. “His example reminds us that we determination.” Among In his homily, Archbishop Buechlein are enriched if, intentionally, we call to those virtues, the arch- said that as we bid farewell to the late mind the spiritual presence of a commu- bishop said, are humility pontiff, it is after spending a week reflect- nion of saints. and patience. Archbishop ing on his life. “We thank our late Holy Father for Buechlein also asked those “I suggest that this afternoon we calling us to focus on the mercy of God gathered to pray for the resolve to enrich our call to holiness by and the gift of our redemption,” he said. grace to be as determined embracing virtues which Pope John These things are “the source of peace in prayer as the Holy Father, Paul II lived … with serene determina- and freedom of mind and heart and who died on April 2. tion,” he said. soul.” Among those virtues, the archbishop We as Christians are blessed, said, are humility and patience in the Archbishop Buechlein said, because “we farewell expresses our affection and our death itself.’ ” pope’s later years as the cross of infirmity can grieve with hope.” It is a hope that gratitude for him,” he said. “And we do so grew heavier. not only will God provide “another with hope because, as our funeral ritual (To listen to the archbishop’s homily from It is also the spiritual legacy of the splendid pope,” but that we have not assures us, ‘One day we shall joyfully the Mass in Real Player format, go to The pope that the archbishop chose to stress. seen the last of John Paul II. greet him again, when the love of Christ Criterion Online Edition by logging on to “The golden thread of the tapestry of “At this simple Eucharist, our final which conquers all things, destroys even www.CriterionOnline.com.) † Next pope must continue old initiatives while forging new path

By Daniel Conway begun by Pope John Paul II will need to Given the fact that modern means of com- Church in his own way. be consolidated and given new focus by munication made it possible for him to The new pope is blessed to have the ROME—Everyone agrees that the next the new successor of St. Peter. reach millions and millions of people in example, and the agenda, of Pope John pope will have his hands full. Issues of growth and decline must be every corner of the globe, he was clearly Paul II. But he must never feel oppressed Not only must he follow in the foot- addressed in various regions of the world, one of the most charismatic human beings by the old pope’s charismatic style or steps of an inimitable, charismatic prede- and the challenges of life and death, war who ever lived. expect that he will be held to the same cessor, but he must also address the unfin- and peace, and the disparity between rich Jesus, and the Apostles and saints, grew standard. ished business of the former pope—the and poor, which are always with us, are in influence after they died, but none of The serious work that remains to be agenda set forth in the apostolic letter serious problems that need to be them had the broad-based influence of done is bigger and more important than At the Beginning of the New Millennium addressed now. John Paul II during their lifetimes! any one person—no matter how holy or (“.”) In addition to the unfinished business I am not suggesting that the pope was beloved. That’s why the Lord continues to In addition, the new pope will have to of the Church at the beginning of the new more important—or more influential— lead his Church through the ups and face some issues that Pope John Paul II millennium, the new pope must attend to than the Lord he served. But it is clearly downs of our human history—and through could not deal with precisely because they some of the “problems” created by the true that no Church leader since the dawn- the weaknesses and strengths of the indi- were the result of his own charismatic previous pope’s personality and style of ing of the first millennium has been better viduals he calls to be the successors of the personality. ministry. known or more instantly loved than this Apostles. What is the unfinished business of John The most serious criticism leveled great man. We thank God for the gift of Pope John Paul II’s papacy? It is the continuing against Pope John Paul II (by responsible That is a wonderful thing precisely Paul II. We pray for the new pope (and for renewal of faith initiated by the Second critics) is that his charismatic personality because he used his influence to proclaim the cardinals who must elect him). But we Vatican Council and given dramatic new drew too much attention to himself—and Christ, but it is also something of a prob- also know by faith that the Church of Christ emphasis in the call to a New Evangeli- therefore away from local bishops, priests lem for the next pope, who in all likeli- does not depend on the individual gifts or zation. and lay leaders who are also called to hood will not have the many diverse defects of any individual or group. At the At the conclusion of the exercise important leadership roles in the charisms of John Paul II. beginning of this new millennium, we know Year of 2000, the Holy Father issued an ministry of the Church. This is a problem for the next pope’s with confidence that God will provide invitation to all disciples of Christ at the With this criticism, many also call for successor the way Blessed Mother Teresa whatever gifts and charisms are needed to beginning of the new millennium. He renewed attention to the principles of colle- was a problem for her successor or proclaim the Good News and to carry on asked us to “start afresh from Christ” and giality and subsidiarity, which were given St. Francis was a problem for the the work of salvation in Jesus’ name. to embrace the most fundamental facets of strong emphasis during and immediately Franciscans. As Pope John Paul II said so elo- Christian life: the call to holiness and following the . How do you accept all the wonderful quently, “The words of Jesus invite us to prayer, authentic celebration of the Critics of John Paul II say that pre- and holy things that have taken place remember the past with gratitude, to live Sunday Eucharist and the sacrament of cisely because he was a good and holy because of the sanctity and the charismatic the present with enthusiasm, and to look reconciliation, attentiveness to the word of man, who touched the lives of countless zeal of John Paul II and “institutionalize” to the future with confidence: Jesus Christ God and the willingness to proclaim the millions of people throughout the world, them for the sake of the Church’s future? is the same yesterday and today and for- Gospel, the practice of charity, and a con- he impeded rather than facilitated the col- Certainly, we should not expect the ever!” (“Novo Millennio Inuente,” #1). tinued outreach to other Christians and to legiality called for by Vatican II, centraliz- next pope to mimic John Paul II. That people of faith everywhere. ing authority in the Vatican and diminish- would lead to a failure of collossal pro- (Daniel Conway, a member of the editor- This agenda will always be unfinished ing the role of local bishops and national portions! The new pope will have to be ial committee of the board of directors of until the end of time, but there is urgent or regional conferences of bishops. himself. He will have to let the Holy Criterion Press Inc., is in Rome for the work to do now to spread the Gospel and To say that Pope John Paul II was “too Spirit use him (with all his unique pope’s funeral and is serving as our spe- to build up the City of God. Initiatives charismatic” is probably an understatement. strengths and weaknesses) to lead the cial correspondent.) †

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By William R. Bruns When one of us stumbles and falls, others are there to pick us up from the dust. Often, the journey is joyous and At the Easter Vigil this year, nearly 1,200 catechu- we sing alleluia together; sometimes the journey is sad and Submitted photo mens and candidates in the archdiocese were baptized or we cry together. At other times, the journey is difficult, but received into the of the Catholic we are there for each other to encourage each other, to Church. That’s an increase of nearly 19 percent over last build up each other, and to urge each other onward to the year! kingdom and our final destination with God. Welcome to each of you! We’re pleased to have you St. Augustine, bishop of Hippo in North Africa from with us as new sisters and brothers in the Lord. You will A.D. 395-430, used this journey image in one of his continue to enrich our lives as you have been doing many sermons to his people: since you first began your faith search as inquirers. “Let us sing alleluia here on earth, while we are still Some folks have a tendency to regard baptism or anxious and worrying, so that we may one day be able to reception into full communion as a type of “graduation.” sing it there in heaven… . Even here, among the dangers, It isn’t. Just as we are always reminded at graduation among the trials and temptations of this life, both by oth- celebrations in the academic world, what you have expe- ers and by ourselves let alleluia be sung. … rienced is not the end of the journey but the beginning— “God’s praises sung there, sung here—here, by the it really is a commencement. anxious; there, by the carefree—here, by those who will One of the wonderful things about being a Catholic is die; there, by those who will live forever—here, in hope; that we have a rich tradition and the longest history of there, in reality—here, on our journey; there, in our any Christian Church. And when you look at the Church, homeland. … especially the Universal Church, you see a rich diversity “So now, my brethren, let us sing, not to delight our of members—all brothers and sisters accompanying each leisure, but to ease our toil. In the way that travelers are other on the journey to the kingdom. In the Catholic in the habit of singing, sing, but keep on walking. … Church, there is never a reason to “go it alone.” In addi- Sing and walk onward.” Benedictine Father Carl Deitchman, pastor of St. Paul Parish in tion to the companionship of the Holy Trinity, we have Thanks be to God you have joined us on the journey. Tell City, baptizes Rebecca Daum during the Easter Vigil cele- each other. Alleluia! † brated on March 26 at St. Paul Church.

Batesville Deanery Bloomington Deanery Leisure, Pamela Leisure and Mike Percell (candidates) St. Mary of the Immaculate Conception, Aurora St. Vincent de Paul, Bedford Richmond Catholic Community, Richmond Robb Doll, Kevin Huey, Debra Strautman and Kyle James Dunn, Morgan Dunn, Phil Hensley and Robbie Timothy Beatty, Andrew Browning, Stephanie Finney, Strautman (catechumens); Charlie Doerr, Jerry Morano Tincher (catechumens); Abby Blair, April Blair, Lilly Christina Frost, Larry Lehman, Jacob Leitner, Jeff Miller, and Chris Strautman (candidates) Blair, Paul Blair, Steve Blair, Amy Brown, Kyle Brown, Melissa Osborn and Jeremy West (catechumens); Leslie Davanna Dunn, Tanna Hogue, Rachel Workman and Adelsperger, James Blume Jr., Karen Chasteen, Jennifer St. Louis, Batesville Robin Zaidi (candidates) Collins, Jessica Czeck, Jan Doty, Greg Easley, Gary Austin Davidson, Sylvia Davidson, Ashli Fledderman Jordan, Lottie Jordan, Charles King Jr., Clarence St. , Bloomington and Kelly Volk (catechumens); Denise Britch, Timothy Leightner, Dana McKinney, Rebecca McMillan, Ronald Elizabeth Anderson, Janet Donley, Judith Genung, Amber Moore, Jamie Mulinaro, Angela Mussoni, Gale Palmer, Hixson, Terry Hogg, Kandi Marko, Deborah Miles, Hall, Lianne Iacoli, Abby King, Mikala Koth, Lissa Michael Patterson, Rae Marie Rader, Roberta Ramsey, Charlene Weberding and Benita Wroblewski Morris, Saundra Moss, Elizabeth Stelle, Jennifer Tracy Michaell Robinson, John Sayre III, Joan Shahbas, Jared (candidates) and Casey Winningham (catechumens); Seana Badalich, Simpson, Julie Smitson, Rachael Swift and Joan Williams Carrie Cline, Kellie Dunkin, Joanna Loser, Greg Oswald St. Mary, Greensburg (candidates) Kim Gauck and Fern Todd (catechumens); Reneé and Theresa Williams (candidates) Jackson, Stacy Martin, Laurel Simmermeyer, Larry St. Paul Catholic Center, Bloomington Indianapolis East Deanery Stark and Mike Woodhull (candidates) Holly Harvey, David Hlatko, Scott Kalin, Meagan Orban, SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral St. Lawrence, Lawrenceburg Jamison Thomas and Sandra Velazquez (catechumens); Cassandra Page (candidate) Phil Bishop, Kimberly Bouvier, Megan Boxell, Virginia Butch Sandford, Angie Schwarz and Bob Warnick Goehlert, Colby Gray, Rhonda Inman, Angela Lauzon, Holy Cross (catechumens); Kendal Brue, Lori Hall, Spring Thomas, Cyrilla Lewis, Josh Mitchell, Leslie Rudolph, Jodi Slezak Hannah Aldrich, Travis Cravens, Kevin Kinnaman, John Erin Thurman and Patricia Uhlman (candidates) and Ryan Walker (candidates) Kello, Betty Paff, Joshua Paff and Mercedes Paff (cate- chumens); Kelly Cravens (candidate) St. Anthony of Padua, Morris St. Martin of Tours, Martinsville Tanya Gartenman (candidate) Mark Haltom, Jalen Mras, Jordan Mras, Kimberly Mras, Holy Spirit St. Maurice, Napoleon Blake Seaton and Stacey Seaton (catechumens); Sarah Chasity Abner, Dan Akers, Alisha Elliott, Lacinda Glow, Bennett, Darla Brown, Zach Brown, Elizabeth Culkin, Brian Gootee, Tony Hill, Angela Hurst, Karen Jacobia, Betsy Schilling (catechumen); Michael Spreckelson Joseph DeMoss, Angela Dice, Brian Dice, Ethan Ferrand, Virginia Mahurin, Crystal Novak, Nathan Novak, (candidate) Joseph Haines, Caitlyn Kelley, Nolan Lavender, Ann Guillermina Ochoa, Brenda Quinn, Lilly Salas, Erin St. Paul, New Alsace Marshall, Tyler McCann, Nevin Markitan, Julia Neal, Shepherd and Lisa Strattman (candidates) Morgan Mirus, Jeff Stonebraker and Lori Young (cate- Jennifer O’Neal, Carrie Owens, Megan Richards, Joseph Our Lady of Lourdes chumens); Clay Bovard (candidate) Siderewicz, Jimmy Starks, Patrick Sheets, Morgan Witt, Rhonda Cates, Angel Clements, Carter Hamilton, Danica Frances Sumner, Ronald Sumner and Jason Seaton Hames, Elizabeth Jensen, Liam Jensen, Phoebe Jensen, Holy Family, Oldenburg (candidates) Charles Davis and Lynn Davis (candidates) Melody Ray, Angela Stewart, Katelynn Stewart, Logan St. Agnes, Nashville Stewart and Candice Whisler, (catechumens); Amanda St. John the Baptist, Osgood Anthony Rhuban (catechumen); Janet VanderDussen, Bakemeyer, Jeannie Helm, Don Hull, Bill Jensen, Curtis Abrams and Kyle Abrams (catechumens); Philip Allie Zaharako and Ted Zaharako (candidates) Jamidawn Jensen, Andy Kuhn and Jake LaForge (candi- Abrams, Mark Garrett, Carra Origer and Tina Taylor St. Jude the Apostle, Spencer dates) (catechumens) Arnold Hartman and Mildred Salazar (catechumens); St. Mary St. Magdalene, New Marion Patty Weber (candidate) Aaron Butler, Alberto Foronda, Diana Rodriquez and Rosalie Baurley (candidate) Julio Roman (catechumens); Genevieve Bedano, Pablo Connersville Deanery Bedano, Pedro Castillo, Benjamin Deichman, Susan St. Mary-of-the-Rock, St. Mary-of-the-Rock St. Michael, Brookville Gaughan, Toni O’Mara Hahn, Michelle Koshir, Mayela Karen Schwab (candidate) Leslie Bischoff and Nicole Rhodes (catechumens); Lopez, Irma Pardita, Lucia Parra, Raul Parra, Leobarda St. Joseph, St. Leon Marcus Bray, David Knapp, Jeremy Kuntz and Terry Piñeda, Ramona Reid, Hector Ruiz, Walter Soto and Sara Abby Lutz (candidate) Mitchum (candidates) Vessely (candidates) St. Vincent de Paul, Shelby County St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Cambridge City St. Michael, Greenfield Alexis Phillips (catechumen); Amy Carter and Rhonda Chris Cowan and Lori Ward (catechumens); Tami Becker, Samantha Jackson, Robert Morgan, Katelyn McCoy, Jim Heaton and Carol Rueth (candidates) Schwegman (candidates) Kathryn Lewis, Lindsey Lewis, Clayton Noehre, David Holy Guardian Angels, Cedar Grove Nelson, Catlin Quackenbush, Jonathan Quackenbush, St. Joseph, Shelbyville Ryan Duritsch and Spencer Wright (catechumens) Timothy Quackenbush, Amanda Toloday, Jaime Toloday Anthony Domenico, Elizabeth Johnson, Mark and Vanessa Toloday (catechumens); Chris Baggot, McDonald, William Eric Rader, Mona Spalding, Dee St. Gabriel, Connersville Jeanette Brumfiel, Heather Christopher, Ashley Hall, Ann Thoman and Adam Vasser (catechumens); Sheryl Melissa Griffin (catechumen); Mindy Crank, Diana Alyssa Jackson, Erin Jackson, Michelle Lewis, Joseph Crose, Daniel Foltz, Jason Foltz, John Foltz, Karen Phillips, Mark Prifogle, Garrick Rose, Jamey Rose and McClarnon, Kelly McClarnon, Tracy McClarnon, Wendy Crystal Ross (candidates) Grove, Vicky Lane, Travis Lux, Robin Pressler, Gary Nelson and Jaime Noehr (candidates) Ryhal and Holly Zinser (candidates) St. Anne, New Castle St. Simon the Apostle Brent Crabtree (catechumen); Linda Allen, Doyle James Art, Spring Bailey, Lisa Blamey, Marcus St. Martin, Yorkville Chandler, Peggy Freeman, Cari Janssen, Paul Janssen, Ashley Ritzi (candidate) Chambliss, Kurt Kleinhelter, Eric Perkins, David Smith, Jeff Neuman, Christian Vallejo, Anthony Voisard and Madeline White, McKenzie White and Michael Wright St. Teresa Benedicta of the Cross, Bright Cheryl Worrell (candidates) (catechumens); Tonya Bozzelli, Andrea Eickhoff, Ann Irene Johnson and Cindy Meyer (catechumens); Donna St. Mary, Rushville Marie Goedde, Louis Holgate, Sherri Horn, Jerry Miser, Cunagin, Chris Miller, Jeff Mongonia, Valerie Mongonia Abigail Leisure, Alexander Leisure, Jessica Neal and Alex Perkins, Chris Pohl, Christina Suarez, Lacey Welch, and Christena Wheat (candidates) Susan Sammons (catechumens); Harry Brindley, Nicholas Walker White and Paul Will (candidates) The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Page 19

e welcome the new Catholics who have become full par ticipants in Those listed as candidates include people who have been baptized as Wthe Church since last Easter. Most of the people listed her e received Catholics who completed their Christian initiation by being confirmed during initiation sacraments during the Easter Vigil last Saturday. The names the past year. And those candidates who were baptized in other Christian listed here were provided by religious education leaders in local parishes. traditions were received into the full communion of the Catholic Chur ch with Those listed as catechumens are people who have never been baptized a profession of faith, confirmation and first Eucharist during the past year . and—within the past year—were baptized, confirmed and received their Most people are listed in the parishes where they received their religious first Eucharist. formation and the sacraments of initiation.

St. Therese of the Infant Jesus (Little Flower) St. Goodwin, Christopher Goodwin, Brett Hardin, Brian Emily Ajamie, Joe Ajamie, Katie Ajamie, Sam Ajamie, Harry Anderson, Ruthie Anderson, Jamie Asher, Dan Hatfield, Katherine Hatfield, Samantha Hatfield, Kayla Dawn Burgin, Ellen Finlinson, Cathie Marshall, Lisa Bailey, Andy Buchanan, Tom Catt, Beth Doerr, Mindy Haynes, Jeffrey Hinshaw, Jason Kishton, Jacob Kraynik, Marshall, Kristi Montgomery, Robert Mullis, Penni Fox, Mark Hayes, Courtney Krebs, Jeremy Reiss, Brett Rachel Kraynik, Amber Lumley, Noah Lynch, Sydney Plunkit and Sylvester Truitt (catechumens); Karen Richards, Susie Richards, Terry Ryker, Alan Lynch, Loran McClellan, Carin Nigrelli, Brittnee Pankey, Ajamie, David Allstatt, Ben Finlinson, Mindy Finlinson, Samendinger, Janet Samendinger, Lisa Shock, Ryan Cynthia Richardson, Andrew Riester, Douglas Riester, Vickie Garcia and Christie Pitts (candidates) Siebert, Vicki Thompson and Tyler Trowbridge (catechu- Emily Riester, Tonya Strahl, Lori Whiteley and Jeffrey St. Thomas the Apostle, Fortville mens); Michelle Catt, Katie Lyons, Kim Miceli, Rick Wycoff (catechumens); Elsworth Cochran, Michelle Walker, Jennie Wheat and Julius Woods (candidates) Diana Boden, Jodi Borowicz, Corbin Sapp, Coriann Grytza, Leslie Guzulaitis, Jeffrey Harper, Donald Main, Anne Mallett, Dean Riester and Jason Riggen (candidates) Sapp, Michael Sapp, Brooke Patz, Danyel Patz, Renee SS. Francis and Clare, Greenwood Patz, Christy Sensing, Joe Sensing and Maribeth Sensing Sandy Boshears, Paula Clarkson, Michelle Dillow, Amy St. Gabriel the Archangel (catechumens); Jared Smith (candidate) Kernan, Kelly Pledger, Kristen Rise, Larry Risi and Karla Deciano, Misty Farnsworth and David Turner (cate- Melissa Smith (catechumens); Ann Barton, Ryan chumens); Rigoberto Arregoita, Gaudencio Deciano, Jose Indianapolis North Deanery Boshears, Tim Cochenour, Irma Elkas, Piper Groppel, Deciano, Jennifer Heath, James Herkless, Karen Herkless, Immaculate Heart of Mary Lee Kendal, James Kelly, Jennifer Kolis, Rick Kovacs, Alicia Medina, Jacob Nial, Jenny Robbins, Morgan Michele Miller, Christina Parker, Daniel Parker, Joshua Sheets and Grant Stewart (candidates) Tracy Ross and Mandy Werne (catechumens); Tim Craft, Showalter, Chad Smith, Christopher Switzer, Jessica Marianne Gerritzen, Shelly Hudock, Jennifer Kaplan, St. Joseph Tippmann and Tracy Van Auken (candidates) Bryan Noble, Clay Mayer, Haley Mayer, Jim Mayer, Theresa Hedge, Edna Helton, Amber Hess, Brittany Hess, Michelle Mayer, Sherry Molinar, Heather Rosenfeld and St. John the Evangelist Kip McWilliams, Patricia Munday and Alan Scott (cate- Kelly Wessel (candidates) Danny Edwards Jr., Megan McLaughlin and Steven chumens); Brenda Ernst-Guzman (candidate) Vinson (catechumens); Alison Graffis, Linda McLaughlin St. Michael the Archangel Christ the King and Bradley Wesner (candidates) Jim Cutter and Angie Keilman (catechumens); Tammy Chelsey Collings, Dezarae Corliss, Charles Graves, Tinara Chan, Michael Dunn, Jennifer Jackson, Pete Sargent, St. Jude Graves, Judy Hunt, Santina Hunt, Kendra Jennings, Kristen Seymour, Wendy Smith, Jeff Wann, Megan Ian Bewley, Nicole Burch, Kimberly Coons, Hannah Brandice Perry, Tim Reimer, Vonita Sutkevicius and Stacy Wayne and Jason Treida (candidates) Corbin, Devon Fox, Justin Givens, Brandy Gossett, Whetzel (catechumens); Jacob Carter, Nikkole Corliss, Logan Handy, Joanna Lee, William Lee, Holly LiVolsi, Bobbie Gonzales, David Gusman and Micah Reid (candi- St. Joan of Arc Tonya Logan, Rebecca Lyons, Amanda Moyer, Kathryn dates) Celesta Bates, Stephanie Heiser, Erica Reinfeld, Kathy Nolan, Taylor Parlett, Jacob Scott, Benjamin Silver and St. Malachy, Brownsburg Sellers and Robin Sircy (catechumens); Janet Butcher, Thomas Smith (catechumens); Stacey Adam, Timothy Scott Abbott, Todd Arnold, Jamie Clark, Stephanie Matt Deitchle, Maria Foerster, Scott Foster, Colvin Berglund, Krista Brueggemann, David Bruce, Lora Engelman, Melinda Hess, Katie Koselke, Darren Garcia, Rick Garrett, Stacy Kramer, Ronald McCombs, Cassada, Douglas Dick, Chester Fox, George Fox, Lambert, Kathy Lengerich, Hannah Michi, Tyler Michi, Mark Mecker, Colleen Patrick, Michael Rose and Gilbert Fox, James Fox, Stanley George, Theresa Ginder, Helen Mullins, Ruthilah Reed, Jon Regashus and Paul Christina Van Riper (candidates) Natalie Griffel, Jene’ Lee, Jewell Linton, Sharon Linton, Schenkel (catechumens); Byron Bolton, Kim Drone, Brad St. Lawrence Richard LiVolsi, Dana Miller, Ashley Moyer, Suzan Faust, Chad Gaskill, Ping Gold, Donald Hott, Justin Rasheed Cannon, Randall Compton Jr., Robert Slayton, Moyer, William Moyer, Christopher Mulherin, Karen Meyer, Lacey Meyer, Marisa Meyer, Donna Michi, Dane Candace Stahl, Doanie Stahl and Zachary Wiefling (cate- Parlett, Karen Roy, Wendy Sanneman, Pamela Scott, Moreno, Seth Moreno, Debbie Noyes, Tracy Prahl, chumens); Peter Farrar, Amanda Lewis, LaTany Charles Sims, Michael Sonley, Mary Todd, Rita Matthew Reed, Wendy Schwartz, Kim Veligan and Robert Tompkins, Shari Walker, Kimberly Wildridge, Cynthia Bossman-Okai and Billy Slayton (candidates) Williams (candidates) Withers and William Withers (candidates) St. Luke St. Monica St. Diane Nagel, Christian Rhodes, Isaac Rhodes, Jacob Julie Berger, Crystal Bacchus-Gray, Carlos Cuevas, Darrell Goodwin and Kyle Kirch (catechumens); Gene Rhodes, Brice Scobell, Michael Theyssen and Steffany Janitzio Cuevas, Veronica Cuevas, Sarah Fajardo, Adams, Kim Bond, Jeanne Fattic, Mary Lou Harrell, Catherine Feagan, Patrick Feagan, Ralesha Hall, Raine Thompson (catechumens); Jenny Daniels, David Kelly Helm, Beth Lee, Carolyn Pondo, Novella Kimbley, Downey, Kelly Downey, Kathleen Dudley, Kristen Jordan, Paul Lineback, George Oates, Brooke Perry and Michael Morris, Oscar Ritchie, Jennifer Sherman, Bobbie Daryl Dotson-Williams (catechumens); Dianne Barron, McCurdy, Avalee McGuire, Leslie Price, Avalin Senefeld, Shilling, Jeannie Watson and Kent Whitinger (candidates) Emily Senefeld, Mary Ellen Senefeld, Tobin Senefeld, T. J. Burns, Rosa Camacho, Nichole Carter, Crystal Christensen, Hillary Dailey, Melissa Elbel, Philip Estelle, Tucker Senefeld, Story Shaffer, Michelle Steele and Carla St. Patrick Roman Fajardo, Katie Foster, Pedro Plascencia Gutierrez, Stornetta (candidates) Guadalupe Anzaldua and Annette Hernandez (catechu- mens); Jonathan Aviña, Alejandra Cuatlacoatl, Maricela Sue Hansen, Logan Hartshorne, Reese Hartshorne, Haley St. Matthew Cuatlacoatl, Tiburcio Cuatlacoatl, Gerardo Gonzalez, Hourihan, Rick Kelley, Melissa Kittrell, Todd Kowinski, Stephan Godanis, Amber Kerkhof and Angie Seifert (cat- Salvador Perez and Juan Zamora (candidates) Pete Miles, Melissa Moody, Ashley Moore, Mike Ososki, echumens); Madalyn Schwartz, Ann Wolski and Richard Harold Pope, Peter Ratliff, Allen Smith, Micah Taylor, Wooton (candidates) St. Roch Cassandra Thomas, Adam Thompson and Joe Wilkes Austin Brown, David Brown, Jackie Cloyd, Clayton (candidates) St. Pius X Cordell, Judy Ellis, Brent Day, Lance Ellis, Robert Janet Brent, William Bridenstine, Fredrick Glynn Jr., Joe Gainey, Desiree Hamilton, Colleen Kelley, Colleen Mary, Queen of Peace, Danville Howe and Kevin Spencer (catechumens); Paula Bonham, Lakin, Susi Megathlin, Michelle Oswalt, Megan Prather, Karen Larsen and Brandon Ouimet (catechumens); Charles Butterfield, Clifford Ellery, Jennifer Engle, Beth Brian Riddle, John Rogers III, Carla Scott, Jeffrey Scott, Michael Holder (candidate) Glynn, Stephanie Grant, J. Scott Griffin, Michael Griffis, Jessica Simpson, Maysie Simpson, Samantha Simpson St. Thomas More, Mooresville Heather Kern and Scott Nickerson (candidates) and John Stiles Jr. (catechumens); Robert Andrews, Mary Christina Fuson, Jennifer Howard, Shannon Howard, St. Ball, Jeffrey Borders, Tracey Brown, Victoria Bunch, Melinda Kendall, Bethany Mobley and Chad Williams Paige Hall and Nancy Thompson (catechumens); Michael Davenport, Melissa Day, Marcia Ferry, Laura (catechumens); Dara Jackson, James Kelley, Dawn Ford, Deborah Harrison, Chad Kauffman, Stephen Lucid, Christine Helton (candidate) Mitchener, Luci Morrissey, Abraham Smith, Megan Michael Matracia II, Scott Moon, Shelly O’Neill, Staley and Carrie Williams (candidates) Indianapolis South Deanery Michelle Parson, Norma Ramsey, Paula Walker, Joyce St. Susanna, Plainfield Williams and Shiela Willis (candidates) Holy Name, Beech Grove Kelley Denardin, Sabrina Lucio, Jeff Matthews, David Peggy Carter, Susan Crockett, Mark Cutshaw and Our Lady of the Greenwood, Greenwood Moore and Ivory Tormey (catechumens); Stacey Brock, Tangela Finney (catechumens); Daniel Ball, Jennifer Lisa Boucher, Andrea Boyle, Haylee Boyd, Mark Boyd, Nicole Cunningham, Stacey Dowell, Jenna Foster, Jessica Halfaker, Patrick Jenkins, Erica Ribas and Jaye Sutton Martin Boyd, Daniel Carr, Toni Carr, Rick Deckard, Foster, John Foster, Judy Hicks, James Mackall, Angi (candidates) Heather Freeman, Robert Grinstead, Carol Kreuzman, McDonald, Vicki Nurre, Kelly Poole, Jason Rowland, Chong Marks, Larry McBride, Ted McDonald, Nikki Jamie Seng, Tim Whitsell, Becky Wildeman and Amie Holy Rosary McDowell, Andy Niemann, Rosemary O’Brien, Younie (candidates) Julie Ringham, Diana Scales, Kevin Vail and James Kimberly Osborn, Keith Warren, Olympia Proffitt and Van Cleave (catechumens); Donna Besso, Kristen Bowes, Stephen Rouse (catechumens); Cheryl Alexander, New Albany Deanery Gustavo Canas, Joe Giacoletti, Lynn Owens, Tom Sarfaty Suzanne Anderson, Justin Boyd, Jennifer Marcotte, Jay St. Michael, Bradford and Donnita Smith (candidates) Meadors, Gretchen Schoettle, Benjamin Thompson, Sheri Kelsey Jacobi and Regina Wingler (catechumens); Julie Good Shepherd Weakley, Scott Whiting, Paula Woods and Lori Zavela Jacobi, Sheila McIntyre and Tina Rouck (candidates) (candidates) Nancy Baker, Brian Burton, Richard Graves, Jon Hunt, St. Michael, Charlestown Amber Murillo and Pamela Putnam (catechumens); Indianapolis West Deanery James Worley (candidate) Thomas Coons and Mary Gonzalez (candidates) Holy Angels St. Anthony of Padua, Clarksville Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ Booker Williams and Justin Williams (catechumens); W. Douglas Fisher, Abigayl Freiberger, Kimberly Craig Butler (catechumen); Marcia Albert, Joe Gangstad, Alicia Smith and John McCord (candidates) Freiberger, R. Dean Fultz, Brian Garrison, Korri Hall, Jon Hogan, Anthony Locker, Larry McClain and Meaghan Hall, Joseph Jackson, Nicholas Lindsey, Shana Jonathan Renshaw (candidates) St. Anthony Nicholson, Lucille Overton, Jessica Riley and Justin Riley Ashley Booker, Ralph Egan and Antwan Level (catechumens); Phyllis Behnen, Anthony Bennett, Maria Sacred Heart of Jesus (catechumens) Bennett, Patricia Bennett, Kirk Freiberger, Kevin Main Kellsey Reeves, Stephen Reeves, Anthony Webb and St. Christopher and Deborah North (candidates) Katelynn Webb (catechumens); Nicole Morelock, Penne Asa Arnett, Trey Atkins-Combs, Melinda Baur, James Reynolds, Misty Webb and Myla Wright (candidates) St. Joseph, Corydon Birch, Mark Brattain, Mark Bruce, Brian Colson, Jeremiah Griffee and Andrea Hall (catechumens); St. Ann Brittany Colson, Debra Colson, Eric Ehizokhale, Jason Jeff Adams (candidate) Ray Miller (catechumen) Ehizokhale, Sandra Ehizokhale, Joshua Elmore, Anthony see New Catholics, page 20 Page 20 The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005

Justin Vollstedt (candidates) Merle Cooper, Lydia Meacham, Cathy Oswald and Eric New Catholics Motsinger (candidates) continued from page 19 Seymour Deanery Our Lady of Providence, Brownstown Tell City Deanery Sacred Heart, Jeffersonville Tracy L. Winston (candidate) St. Meinrad, St. Meinrad Crystal Bissig, Ronnie Bissig, Julie Coddington and Jerry Janessa Demuth (catechumen); John Barnett, Jackie St. Bartholomew, Columbus Houchens (catechumens); Keri Bagwell, Michael Hynes, Marrs, Laurie Schlachter and Vincent Van Winkle (candi- Bunny Shaughnessy and John Smith (candidates) Shannon Carter, Robert Cartwright, Patrick McKinney dates) and Rachel Williams (catechumens); Miriam Alamo, St. Augustine, Jeffersonville David Arntz, Rachel Cartwright, Adrian Cunningham, St. Paul, Tell City Steve Fry and Trina Fry (candidates) Nathan Dean, Robert Dunlap, Shawn Eder, Tisha Eder, David Cain, Rebecca Daum, Ethan Herzog, Hunter St. Mary, Lanesville Brian Emling, David Eskilson, Sarah Flescher, Alejandro Herzog, Karen Herzog, Spencer Herzog, Allison May and Roger Shoemaker (catechumen); Karen Beckman, Gonzalez, Rubi Velador Gonzalez, Brandon Guerrero, Clayton Mogan (catechumens); Tony Barker, John Clarence Burgin, Kris Davis and Trevor Thompson (can- Celia Guerrero, Doug Harris, Donna Hester, Jonathan Godare, Allen Hagedorn, Chris Heck, David Litherland, didates) Hilber, Jeremy Hoone, Jessica Hoone, Joshua Hoone, Jeff Litherland and Doug Pannett (candidates) Justin Hoone, Mary Kessler, Sergio Lara, Ulisses Meza, St. Mary, Navilleton Donna Nelson, Tony Polk, Eneliz Rodriguez, Stephanie Terre Haute Deanery Stacy Cristiani, Jamie Johnson and Lorri Malone (candi- Rout, Steve Sanders, Sheryl Elane Tracey, Jason Treesh, Sacred Heart, Clinton dates) Raul Uscanga and Jay Wells (candidates) Eric Crowder, Heather Spendal and Vicki Spendal Holy Family, New Albany Holy Trinity, Edinburg (candidates) Sharon Malloy, Nyoka Stewart, Steven Wills and Stevie Neil Cooper and Laura Rupp (candidates) St. , Greencastle Withrow (catechumens); Charles Dome, Amanda St. Rose of Lima, Franklin James Bowman (catechumen); Jill Buckley, Karen Farabee, Kenneth Jinks, Max Schutte and Lisa Thomas- Demske, Michael Matheus and Gary Snelling (candi- Hopkins (candidates) Michelle Reeves and Matthew Shirley (catechumens); Donna Lee Burton, Timothy Burton, Diane Denk, Daniel dates) Our Lady of Perpetual Help, New Albany Miller, Jason Seibert, Kurt Wheeler and Stephanie Sacred Heart of Jesus, Terre Haute Louis Boutin, Darrin Bowyer, Karen Bowyer, Justin Wheeler (candidates) Shannon Auler, Betty Lewis, Connie Malooley, Chris Bratcher, Lori Conrad, Joe Dalton and Lori Hemmelgarn Strole and Eli Thompson (catechumens); Shelly Lambert (candidates) St. Anne, Jennings County Steve Blackburn (catechumen) (candidate) St. Mary, New Albany St. Joseph, Jennings County St. Benedict, Terre Haute Eric Comacho, Eduardo Cornejo, Valorie England, Nikki Deckard, Rod Deuster and Kenny Wagle (catechu- Brittany Gore, Martin Perez, Stephanie Price, Court Michael Rayburn, Randall Rayburn and Robin Rayburn (catechumens) mens); Yvone Emmert, Gaylon Smith and Wade Winston Richards, Zachary Schmitt and Barbara Wood (catechu- (candidates) mens); Samara Berg, Linda Bourne, David Cruz, Shirley Prince of Peace, Madison Franklin, Leonides Lopez, Carol Moore and Reyna Zopez Jill Pyles, Tracie Vaughn, Corey Weaver, Dakota Weaver St. Joseph University, Terre Haute (candidates) and Sacha Weaver (catechumens); Stella Bruner, Mindy William Earls, Kevin Griffith, Jessica Gross and Anthony Varner Jr. (catechumens); Bret Ridgway (candidate) St. Joseph Hill, Sellersburg Lambdin Cochran, Caroline Livorno, George Morgan, Charles Church and Brandon Marcum (catechumens); Jewel Morgan, Fred Tandy and T.J. Weaver (candidates) St. Margaret Mary, Terre Haute Dawn Cory, Jacquie Jones, Tom Jones, J. Stephen St. Mary, North Vernon Douglas Myers and Lori Selems (catechumens); Kathryn Thompson and Kevin Tschaenn (candidates) Rick Lane, Joseph Pettit, Larry Skinner, Eddie Steele, Johnson and Aaron Newton (candidates) St. Paul, Sellersburg Lisa Steele and Tanner Steele (catechumens); Ed Pettit St. Patrick, Terre Haute William Cook, Carmen Williams and Charles Williams (candidate) Matthew Burgin, Michelle Ealy, Robert Ealy, Gursharan (catechumens); Joseph Wilson (candidate) American Martyrs, Scottsburg Singh Jaurre, Cynthia Jones, Bradley Todd and Timothy Megan Hall (catechumen) White Jr. (catechumens); Cheryl Fleschner, Kathryn St. John the Baptist, Starlight Fleschner, George Fleschner, Timothy Fleschner, Brenda Melanie Mouser (catechumen); Bernice Bennett, Emily St. , Seymour Scott, Pauletta Showecker, Janet Stafford and Kimberly Book, James Martin, Vicki Powell, Leslie Smith and Brittney Bryant and Amy MacDonald (catechumens); Stafford (candidates) †

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By Dan Luby civic community. There are blended fami- lies, ecumenical families, dysfunctional They were a family, he thought, married families, interfaith families and single-par- all of four days and getting ready for their ent families. first meal in their new apartment. All of them, healthy or hurting, just He grinned as mouth-watering smells of starting out or dying, are human communi- dinner wafted into the . ties in which God is present and calling us “Smells great, honey!” he shouted hap- to love. Every family has a mission from pily. God.

A chilly silence greeted his compliment. Because they are so different, families Northwest Indiana Catholic Karen Callaway, CNS photo by Dinner turned out to be less a romantic work at their tasks in many different ways, encounter than a surprising and challeng- according to their circumstances. But all ing conversation about family differences. need to build a moral framework, a family Their families had much in common: infrastructure of virtue. Catholic through and through, lots of chil- Families must develop and strengthen dren, lots of affection and closeness. But the attitudes, habits and skills that make there were differences. them places where the ultimate virtues of The youngest of six, he’d grown up in a faith, hope and love take root. household where dinner was prepared by Here are four virtues that I find particu- his mother with the able assistance of four larly important for families today: teenage sisters. Before dinner, husbands • Gratitude—A keen awareness that relaxed and paid their wives cheerful com- what we have is a gift that is central to pliments. developing family life. To know that our She’d grown up the fifth of eight chil- families, our talents and our opportunities dren. When her dad arrived home, he are all gifts of God is to recognize our sta- pitched in with mashing the potatoes, tus as his beloved children. pouring the milk and supervising little Families can cultivate gratitude by nam- children who were supervising littler ones. ing their gifts, by expressing appreciation A daughter and mother work together decorating a candle during a religious education program at Families are different. They come in a to service workers, such as waiters, clerks Our Lady of Grace Parish in Highland, Ind., in the Gary Diocese. All families need to build a moral bewildering array of configurations. and delivery people, and by including in framework, a family infrastructure of virtue, to live happy and healthy lives together. Some families are close, others aren’t. birth and anniversary celebrations a ritual Some are worlds unto themselves, with of thanks for personal gifts, relationships vinced that God’s love for us is abundant, can be, they also are communities of parents and children clustered tightly and other realities of life that lead to joy. our fear of sharing our gifts is eased. imperfection. Even in the most loving fam- around the hearth. Others extend into the • Generosity—It is one short step from Families can reinforce their conviction ilies, people hurt each other out of igno- wider world of neighborhood, parish and gratitude to generosity. When we are con- that God is a generous giver by giving rance or bad temper or by using sharp cheerfully to one another and to those out- words one day and silence the next. side the family. Building a custom of explicit apologies Healthy families practice patience Undertaking activities as a family, such into the family’s structure, admitting hurt as working in the parish food pantry, visit- done and asking pardon, can strengthen this By Sheila Garcia Children test our patience in numerous ing a sick or lonely neighbor, organizing a necessary virtue of forgiveness. Especially ways, but can be our pathway to holiness. coat drive for the poor, and contributing when stronger members seek forgiveness A recent study looked at married cou- Family life inevitably involves set- faithfully to Church and civic causes all from weaker ones, the impact of forgive- ples who said they were very unhappy in backs. Patience helps us keep them in help families develop their “generosity ness can be dramatic and life affirming. their relationships, yet stayed together. perspective, not lose heart and keep mov- muscles.” When people learn to ask for and Unexpectedly, five years later, two- ing toward long-term goals. • Hospitality—Because Jesus welcomed extend forgiveness within the circle of the thirds of these same couples described We can learn patience by trying to live the stranger, families are called to be com- family, they become more able to do so in themselves as happy. Some said they had in the present moment and deal with fam- munities of inclusion. the world beyond it. just “put one foot in front of the other” ily life’s ordinary demands. Each day pre- Sometimes the strangers who need wel- Families need many virtues if they are until the problems subsided. sents opportunities to grown in patience. come will be people we don’t know. They to be faithful to Christ’s mission. Patience Family life is all about patience, which But patience does not mean passivity. We may be people from different places or and humility, for example, help make fam- is hardly a popular virtue. We look for the cannot sit idly by when action is who practice unfamiliar customs. ilies more open to God’s power in their quick fix. We hesitate to invest our lim- demanded. But once we have determined Other times, the stranger asking for lives. Honesty and courage enhance our ited time and energy in long-term solu- a course of action, we need to wait shelter will be someone whose face we commitment to justice in the world. tions. patiently until it bears fruit. We do what recognize very well and whose name we In the end, our prayer is that the fami- Yet healthy family life requires we can, leaving the rest to God. know, but whose outlook and needs and lies we are part of and all families in the patience in at least two ways. We learn patience through the example abilities have changed. world will be blessed with virtues that lead We need to be patient with each of others, who witness to grace, always The “stranger” may be one’s own child, them to embrace the one necessary thing, other’s faults and quirks, learn how to present in our families. working to establish a separate identity, or the virtue of love. address issues that threaten relationships a parent in diminished health or an old and strive to live patiently with others. (Sheila Garcia is associate director of the friend rendered unrecognizable by the (Dan Luby is director of the Division of We grow in grace as we learn to bear U.S. bishops’ Secretariat for Family, storms of life. Christian Formation for the Diocese of with each other’s faults. Laity, Women and Youth.) † • Forgiveness—As nurturing as families Fort Worth, Texas.) † Discussion Point Compassion helps heal families This Week’s Question forgive each other for not measuring up to unrealistic expectations.” (Jo Ann Webb, Dallas, Texas) What virtue would you recommend to stressed-out families today? “Patience is where I’d come from—patience for all the things that are so important, that consume so much “Compassion. You can get so focused on the details of time and energy. If we did not jump so quickly on daily life that you forget the big picture. To rise above small and unimportant things, we’d be better bal- normal daily things carries out Christ’s example of anced.” (Steve Fetteroll, Killingworth, Conn.) compassion.” (Karen Richelsen, Medina, Minn.) Lend Us Your Voice “Patience would definitely be the virtue I’d recom- mend. Families need time together more than they An upcoming edition asks: You’re free to make many need material things. I think families need to take choices in life. Are your choices fulfilling for you? more time to smell the roses.” (Sheila Kiernan, Why? Arlington, Mass.) To respond for possible publication, write to Faith “Forgiveness. ... A lot of stress is caused by unrealistic Alive! at 3211 Fourth St. N.E., Washington, D.C. expectations, and we just have to let go of it and 20017-1100. † W.P.Wittman CNS photo from Page 22 The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Perspectives From the Editor Emeritus/John F. Fink The Human Side/Fr. Eugene Hemrick Jesus in the Gospels: The call of Matthew The legacy of

See Matthew 9:9-13, Mark 2:13-17, Luke 5:27-32 commissions, so it was in their interest to people made Jesus and his Apostles ritually Pope John Paul II squeeze as much money as they could. unclean. Matthew, Mark and Luke all tell the Extortion was the normal practice, so the We can imagine those scribes and No doubt anyone who experienced the same story, but Matthew calls the tax Jews considered them sinners. Pharisees standing outside Matthew’s presence of Pope John Paul II remembers collector Matthew Nevertheless, Jesus told Matthew to follow house, watching the guests as they arrived, something extraordi- while the other two him, and Matthew immediately got up, left and growing more and more agitated. nary about him. call him Levi. In their his lucrative business and followed him. Finally, one of them asked Jesus’ disciples, My first personal lists of the Apostles, It was bad enough that Jesus had associ- “Why does your teacher eat with tax col- encounter with him though, there is no ated himself with fishermen, but this sin- lectors and sinners?” came when he first Levi and Matthew ner? And what did the fishermen think? Jesus overheard this question and traveled to the United specifically refers to Matthew (or Levi) probably had collected replied, “Those who are well do not need a States. I was working “Matthew the tax col- taxes from them, and now was he to be physician, but the sick do. I did not come at the U.S. bishops’ lector” (Mt 10:3). their companion? to call the righteous but sinners.” conference, which took It’s difficult for us And what about Matthew’s wife? In Matthew’s Gospel adds, “Go and learn care of his schedule to realize how scan- order to get his position, Matthew certainly the meaning of the words, ‘I desire mercy, while here. One perk dalous it was for Jesus to call a tax collec- would have been above the usual age when not sacrifice.’” He was quoting the prophet we received was a front-row seat for his tor to “Follow me.” The Jews detested tax men married, and most Jewish men did. Hosea (Hos 6:6). What does that have to events. collectors who were in the employ of their Jesus and perhaps John, who might have do with eating with sinners? If mercy is I remember the pope racing into Roman occupiers. The Jews were subject still been a teenager, were the exceptions. superior to temple sacrifices, surely it is Washington’s St. Matthew’s Cathedral and to numerous taxes: income, property, How did the Apostles explain to their more important than the laws of ritual tearing down its side aisle. In those days, I import and export, and tolls for traveling wives what they were doing? We can only purity. (Jesus was to repeat the quotation was doing marathons. I thought to myself: from one district to another. (Jesus and the speculate. from Hosea when his disciples were criti- “Now here is an athlete. He must be doing Apostles often escaped those tolls by trav- Anyway, Matthew decided to throw a cized for picking grain on the Sabbath.) a seven-minute mile at the speed he is eling by boat.) big party for Jesus and invited his friends You might think that Jesus, as a holy going!” Later, I was told that at that The main tax collector in a province was and colleagues—other tax collectors and man, would be associating with the most moment he was anxiously looking for a called a publican. He employed others, those whom the Jews considered sinners. religious people among the Jews. Instead, bathroom. called exactors, who would sit at customs’ Now the scribes and Pharisees really were he was associating with sinners and mak- Among the pope’s many awesome feats, posts. Publicans made their living from scandalized! To sit at table with these ing their conversion his main concern. † he journeyed to Poland and solidified his people by reminding them to have faith in Cornucopia/Cynthia Dewes themselves and in Jesus Christ. This so united them that it helped bring down the communist regime in his homeland. Integrating religion into life in a secular society He journeyed to Israel and apologized to the Jews for the many centuries when When religious people are being partic- Which, of course, throws the Christian time and effort to serve the social mission Christians were not Christian in the way ularly righteous, they like to say that reli- relatives on the nephew’s side into a tizzy of the Church by participating in things they treated them. This act of humility gion is an integral part as to what’s an appropriate gift for a Bar like Habitat for Humanity, the St. Vincent helped to create a new understanding of their lives. Of Mitzvah. Still, it’s a religious element de Paul Society and right-to-life advo- between Christians and Jews. course, it should be, that’s part of all our lives even when it’s cacy. When it came to facing the truth, he but what do we mean not our own religion. But the spiritually helpful practices of didn’t flinch. We never will know how by that? Mormons are visibly religious. They daily Mass, rosary recitations and parish many hardened hearts he united with Muslims certainly tithe, refrain from alcohol, coffee and missions have generally faded away. And, Christ. believe this. They tobacco, and hold family evenings at except during Lent, we don’t often hold Throughout his journeys, a constant pray at appointed appointed times during the week. Young Benediction and Stations of the Cross ser- theme of his was: Do not be afraid! In times during the day, Mormon men give two years of their lives vices. Many Mass attendees no longer other words, don’t let anything within you do not eat certain to missionary work abroad, and all extend feel part of a larger parish family that’s an divide you. Be united with Christ, and he foods, abstain from material help to fellow Mormons when extension of their own. will unite all that is in you. alcohol and require their women to dress they’re down on their luck. Those days may be gone, never to Some years back, Cardinal Carlo so modestly that the only part of them you Fundamentalist Christians aren’t shy return, so maybe modern times require Martini of Milan, Italy, asked what it was can see is their eyes. Their religion is up about their religion. They take evangelism modern methods of faithful daily living. that gave St. Paul his strength amid so front and personal. seriously, although their methods may be We live in a time of noise, hyperactivity much opposition. His secret? He knew his Orthodox Jews also obey rules of dubious. For example, a few years ago, and super-technology, so we need to make charism. He knew what Christ meant to dress, behavior, times and methods of the people in our old neighborhood were time every day to sit quietly in God’s him and what he was about. prayer, and food consumption. It’s inter- showered with circulars from the local presence. John Paul II, like St. Paul, did not have esting that these are often similar to those evangelical Church, promising free gold- Maybe, if we turn off the TV, the smooth sailing. Some considered him too of Muslims since many of their dietary fish to every child who would hop on the computer, the kids and the job just for a conservative and determined. During his laws in particular evolved from conditions bus they sent around on Sundays to bring few moments, maybe if we really pay pontificate, there were numerous rumors in the areas they both inhabited. kids to their Sunday school. attention to the love and beauty and that the Catholic Church was on the brink Less strictly observant Jews still tend And what about mainline American grace all around us, maybe then we’ll be of a schism. to go to synagogue on high holy days and Christians? How integrated is religion in able to hear God’s voice whispering in Cardinal Theodore McCarrick of keep Jewish cultural influences alive in their lives? our hearts … every day, all day. Washington said that once when he was their families. Some, like one of my While I can’t speak for the Protestants, with the pope, the pope knelt down to pray. nephews and his wife, send their kids to I believe that American Catholics are hav- (Cynthia Dewes, a member of St. Paul the Cardinal McCarrick was so struck by his Hebrew school, if only to please her ing a harder time weaving faith into Apostle Church in Greencastle, is a regu- prayerfulness that he moved away and Jewish parents. everyday life. Granted, many still take the lar columnist for The Criterion.) † stood behind a pillar, admitting later that never in his life had he experienced such Faithful Lines/Shirley Vogler Meister sacredness in a person. It is said that Cardinal Stefan Wyszynski, the late primate of Poland, Touching the lives of loved ones after death once remarked that John Paul II was too much of a poet to make a successful leader. The night my mother died, I was thou- experiences with me so my interest in In his study, the author chose nearly The word “poet” in Greek signifies sands of miles away on a winter photo such phenomena was already piqued when 100 unique experiences from people someone who can envision life in its very shoot with my hus- I learned that well-known Catholic writer responding to a letter to the editor sent depths. Poets cut into the realities of life as band and another cou- Mitch Finley of Spokane, Wash., wrote a primarily to Catholic publications, but no one else can. When they speak, their ple. I was unaware of book about others’ similar experiences: also to several secular newspapers in big words often carry the weight of a mystic. what was happening Whispers of God’s Love: Touching the and medium-to-small cities. Not one edi- And when their voice is heard, more often in Illinois. Lives of Loved Ones After Death tor told him “no.” than not, it creates revolutions. One night, I awoke (Liguori/Triumph, an imprint of Liguori “I even received a few stories from Pope John Paul II was more than a after a dream in which Publications). Canada,” Finley said. “I sent no letters to pope, theologian, political scientist, a I searched for Mom in Finley’s introduction emphasizes what Canadian newspapers, so how that hap- healer of divisions, a champion of the faith a large, open building all Christians know: “… eternal life is an pened I’ll never know.” and traveler of the world. He was a man of with rooms resem- intimate union with God or the Divine It must have been difficult for him to prayer, which gave him the power to envi- bling small court- Mystery Christians know as Love, an inti- “pick and choose” what responses would sion life at its depths and to speak the lan- yards. I went from area to area, beginning macy which begins here and now and is be published. The writers are ordinary guage of a poet—words that strike to the to panic. Suddenly, Mom was near—smil- completed on the other side of natural people with extraordinary stories that are very heart of us. His greatest strength was ing, hugging me and telling me I needn’t death. touching and true, identified by first derived from those moments when he shut worry. She was safe and happy. I felt “It’s not as odd as it may sound … to names only. Some are Catholic religious, out the world and was all there for God. In warm and comfortable again then awoke suggest that those who have died may, on both men and women. Also included are placing himself in the presence of God, he to check the clock. an unpredictable basis, manifest them- writings of a few famous persons as well brought God’s presence more fully to us. The next morning, as Paul and I and selves to loved ones still plodding through as Finley’s “Rainbow from My When we look for the ultimate beauty in our friends headed toward our rooms after history,” Finley explains. “If love tran- Grandfather.” Delightfully surprising are Pope John Paul II, we first are turned breakfast, the motel manager intercepted scends time and space yet is present in his poetic and spiritual reflections woven toward God, and only then do we see a us, saying my sister called to report time and space, there is no reason why throughout the text. humble man in relation to God. This is his Mom’s death, which occurred shortly deceased loved ones may not, on occa- greatest legacy! before my dream. sion, be present to and communicate in (Shirley Vogler Meister, a member of I have shared this with only a few some way with those still living in histori- Christ the King Parish in Indianapolis, is (Father Eugene Hemrick is a columnist for others. Some have shared similar cal time.” a regular columnist for The Criterion.) † Catholic News Service.) † The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Page 23

Fourth Sunday of Easter/Msgr. Owen F. Campion The Sunday Readings Daily Readings Monday, April 18 Friday, April 22 Sunday, April 17, 2005 Acts 11:1-18 Acts 13:26-33 Psalms 42:2-3; 43:3-4 Psalm 2:6-11 • Acts 2:14a, 36-41 Secondly, we must link ourselves John 10:11-18 John 14:1-6 • 1 Peter 2:20b-25 with Jesus, affirming by our faith and • John 10:1-10 total rejection of sin our love for God and faith in the Lord. Tuesday, April 19 Saturday, April 23 St. John’s Gospel is the source of the Acts 11:19-26 George, martyr The Acts of the Apostles again fur- last reading. Psalm 87:1-7 Adalbert, bishop and martyr nishes the first biblical reading. It dwells on a theme obviously pre- John 10:22-30 Acts 13:44-52 As was the case ferred by Jesus and emphasized in the last weekend, it is a Gospel of John. This theme is that Jesus Psalm 98:1-4 passage recalling a is the Good Shepherd. Wednesday, April 20 John 14:7-14 time when Peter Sheep raising and herding were popu- Acts 12:24-13:5a spoke on behalf of all lar livelihoods in Palestine at the time of Psalm 67:2-3, 5-6, 8 Sunday, April 24 the Apostles. Jesus. The images of shepherds and John 12:44-50 Fifth Sunday of Easter This event sheep would have been instantly under- Acts 6:1-7 occurred on stood. Jesus and the evangelists Pentecost, an impor- employed these images to make clear Thursday, April 21 Psalm 33:1-2, 4-5, 18-19 tant Jewish feast. and direct the message of salvation. Anselm, bishop and doctor 1 Peter 2:4-9 Again, the sermon is The very technique in itself reveals Acts 13:13-25 John 14:1-12 in the literary style of kerygmatic. It the holy yearning of God to be united Psalm 89:2-3, 21-22, 25, 27 goes to the essence of the Christian mes- with us. John 13:16-20 sage. Jesus is Lord. He is the Redeemer. This reading insists that Jesus is the In Jesus, and only in Jesus, is salvation. only route to heaven. Without the Lord, Jesus bears God’s mercy and eternal we reach for heaven in vain. life. Also important in this reading is its However, this mercy and eternal life reference to a thief who slyly, and under Question Corner/Fr. John Dietzen are not thrust upon us. We must our- the cover of darkness, steals the unsus- selves accept Jesus. We must turn to pecting and helpless sheep, taking them God. We must repent and reform. away to death and destruction. The reference to Pentecost is not just We need Jesus. Sheep are tame, unas- Obelisk in St. Peter’s simply to provide a date. Rather, its suming, non-predatory animals. They mention reminds us that the Apostles are vulnerable. So are humans. Indeed, stood in the current of God’s long thieves lay in wait for us. However, the Square is also a sundial process of salvation and protection. Lord, the victor over death itself, is our It further links the salvation offered Good Shepherd. I read in a recent issue of Discover day for his coronation as pope. Pope by Christ, and salvation offered by the Qmagazine (March 2005) that the Leo X (d 1521) founded a department of Apostles in the Lord’s name, in the con- Reflection obelisk in St. Peter’s astrology at Sapienza University in text of God’s constant loving care. Still, these several weeks after Easter, Square in Rome Rome. First Peter once again supplies the the Church proclaims its joy and faith in works as a sundial. Two points need to be remembered. second reading. the Risen Lord. The article states that Catholics did not tend to believe that Scholars dispute that the Apostle Still, it speaks the message long ago each month the tip of astrology meant predestination. As a say- Peter—Simon Peter, the Galilean fisher- spoken by Peter on Pentecost. Jesus is the shadow rests on ing went, the stars may sway us, but they man—literally authored this epistle. Lord! He lives! Repent, renounce sin one of several tablets do not control us. Such questions in no sense demean or and turn to God! etched with the astro- Also, as I said, the influence of the discount the assertion that this epistle is These readings introduce a new ele- logical signs of the heavenly bodies seemed for ages the the authentic and revealed word of God. ment. The devil, or at best forces zodiac. only explanation for chance occurrences The tests of the authenticity of unfriendly to Jesus, await us. We are Why is the zodiac in human life. Scriptures are that they were believed to unable to withstand these forces without and astrology represented in Vatican What led to the abrupt and swift be divinely inspired by the early God’s help. We are sheep. We are lim- City? (Wisconsin) downfall of the system, insofar as it was Christians and, most importantly, that ited. We are weak. Temptation and the a system at all, was the invention and they were accepted as such, and for- human condition weaken us. Your question is larger than perhaps development of the telescope. mally and officially identified, by the Nevertheless, if we are in Jesus, and Ayou realize. It’s true that the zodiac As astronomy and other disciplines Church. with Jesus, we are strong. No power can did play a huge role in the “science” of advanced in modern times, the discovery Whatever its exact origins, First Peter overwhelm us because no power can astrology, which claimed to demonstrate of hitherto unknown planets in our solar fully meets these tests. overwhelm the Lord, the victor over how the planets, stars and other heavenly system (the whole astrological system Its message is twofold. death itself. bodies influence human life. was based on the planets) and of millions First, Jesus is the Savior. His blood, The Church bids us to face the facts For thousands of years, in fact, until of new stars and other objects in space, spilled on Calvary, reconciles, for all about ourselves, and about the power of only 200 or 300 years ago, this study caused the collapse of astrology as a time, God with created humanity. the Lord. † was considered a genuine and legitimate credible science. science. This is all a long way of saying that Astrology experts were consulted the presence of the zodiac signs outside My Journey to God before major decisions were made by St. Peter’s Basilica is understandable, political, military and religious leaders to actually for many reasons. learn the most propitious time or place When Bernini began the design of the for action. Human characteristics and piazza in the mid-17th century, the scien- A Peaceful Prince other earthly phenomena were thought to tific movement away from astrology had be determined by “the stars.” barely begun. I am missing you already It may be difficult for us to under- In addition, the zodiac had a millen- Oh Peaceful Prince stand this nearly universal way of think- nia-long, worldwide influence on the With your eyes so blue ing, but with the limited knowledge development of the sciences as well as of Your belief in dignity and human rights available, astrology seemed to offer the philosophies and theologies, so its his- only explanation of what causes the mys- toric significance was impressive. Your steadfast message of respect for life terious and seemingly haphazard events Numerous other Renaissance and No matter what it’s form in human life. more recent structures testify, in their Made this earth a safer place Under the influence of Christian the- design and ornamentation, to the signifi- People listened to you no matter their ologians, especially St. Augustine in the cance of the zodiac in human history. † belief fifth century, the practice of astrology nearly ceased in the Roman Empire. A spokesperson for all of mankind In the late Middle Ages, however, Readers may submit prose A Father to us all Arab and Jewish scholars from the East A place for you among the saints revived it, and by the 15th century it had or poetry for faith column A seat at Your Father’s table gained wide credibility in Europe. The Criterion invites readers to sub- While some aspects of this science mit original prose or poetry relating to A Prince of Peace ran counter to Christian faith, the fact faith or experiences of prayer for pos- Spreading the message of Love that it permeated nearly all official and sible publication in the “My Journey to Doing the work of Our Father CNS photo from Reuters academic cultures made it hard to ignore. God” column. Without bending … without fail Famous astronomers like Johannes Seasonal reflections also are appre- Oh Peaceful Prince Kepler and Isaac Newton were also ciated. Please include name, address, Even during your own personal suffering I will miss you. astrologers. St. Thomas Aquinas attrib- parish and telephone number with sub- You gave the message of dignity without uted human physical features like sex missions. exception By Kathleen Anderson and size to the influence of stars. Send material for consideration to Pope Paul III (d 1549) used astrology “My Journey to God,” The Criterion, (St. Lawrence parishioner Kathleen Anderson of Indianapolis wrote this poem on to set the dates of major Church assem- P.O. Box 1717, Indianapolis, IN 46206 April 2 in loving tribute to Pope John Paul II and his 26-year papacy.) blies. Julius II (d 1513) consulted or e-mail to [email protected]. † astrologers to decide the most favorable Page 24 The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005

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St. Thomas More Church, 1200 N. Indiana St., Mooresville. Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House Perpetual adoration. Informa- tion: 317-831-4142. CYO Day Camp in Indianapolis! Monthly First Sundays CYO Camp Rancho Framasa and Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House are joining for ces to offer Marian College, Ruth Lilly Stu- two opportunities to experience CYO Camp fun in a day camp format! dent Center, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis. People of Peace Secular Franciscan Order, Week #1: Week #2: noon-2 p.m. Information: 317- Tuesday, July 5 to Friday, July 8, 2005 Monday, July 11 to Friday, July 15, 2005 955-6775. Tuesday thru Thursday 8:00 a.m. - noon Monday thru Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Fatima Knights of Columbus, 1040 N. Post Road, Indiana- Friday 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Friday 2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. polis. Euchre, 1 p.m. Informa- tion: 317-638-8416. Entering grades K-3 Entering grades 1-4 St. Paul Church, 218 Scheller Cost: $70.00 per camper Cost: $150.00 per camper Ave., Sellersburg. Prayer group, 7-8:15 p.m. Information: 812- CYO-trained camp counselors direct the camp activities! 246-4555. Nature, sports, trails, art projects, games, camp songs, snack time and much more! First Mondays Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Week #2 also includes a daily meal and a bus trip to Camp Rancho Framasa on W ednesday! Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Guardian Angel Enrollment is limited! Guild, board meeting, 9:30 a.m. First Tuesdays For further information or to register on-line, Divine Mercy Chapel, 3354 W. go to www.campranchoframasa.org 30th St., Indianapolis. Confes- sion, 6:45 p.m., Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament for voca- Our Lady of Fatima Retreat House tions, 7:30 p.m.

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2778 or 812-988-4429. Ave., Beech Grove. Holy hour St. Vincent de Paul Church, 1723 The Active List, continued from page 24 and rosary, 6 p.m. Information: I St., Bedford. Catholic Women Third Sundays 317-784-5454. in Faith meeting, 7-9 p.m., open Christ the King Church, 1827 to women 18 yrs. and older. Information: 317-788-7581. Benediction, 4-5 p.m., Mass, SACRED gathering in the Kessler Blvd., E. Dr., Indiana- St. Jude Church, 5353 McFar- Information: 812-275-6539. 5:15 p.m. Information: 812-235- school. polis. Exposition of the Blessed St. Joseph Church, 2605 St. Joe 4996. Sacrament, 2 p.m.-7 a.m. Mon- land Road, Indianapolis. Road W., Sellersburg. Holy Second Mondays Third Fridays day, rosary, 8 p.m. Open until Rosary, 6:15 p.m. Information: hour for religious vocations, First Saturdays Church at Mount St. Francis. Marian College, St. Francis Hall midnight. 317-783-1445. Benediction and exposition of Our Lady of the Greenwood Holy hour for vocations to Chapel, 3200 Cold Spring Road, Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Catholic Charis- the Blessed Sacrament after priesthood and religious life, Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Greenwood. Devotions, Mass, Knights of Columbus Mater Dei matic Renewal of Central 7 p.m. Mass. 7 p.m. Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., 7:30 a.m., Sacrament of reconcil- Council 437, 1305 N. Delaware Indiana, Mass and healing ser- St., Indianapolis. Breakfast buf- Indianapolis. Catholic Widowed Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory iation, rosary, meditations fol- Second Tuesdays vice, 7 p.m. fet, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., adults $5, Organization, 7-9:30 p.m. Infor- School, 2801 W. 86th St., lowing Mass. St. Pius X Parish, 7200 Sarto children under 12 $2.50. Infor- Indianapolis. Indiana Autism Dr., Indianapolis. Support mation: 317-784-1102. Third Saturdays mation: 317-631-4373. and Sertoma Club meeting, Holy Angels Church, 740 W. Group for Separated and St. Michael the Archangel 28th St., Indianapolis. Expo- Divorced Catholics, 7 p.m. Infor- Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, Church, 3354 W. 30th St., 7-9 p.m., child care provided. Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Information: 317-885-7295. sition of the Blessed Sacrament, mation: Archdiocesan Office of 435 Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Indianapolis. Helpers of God’s 11 a.m.-noon. Family Ministries, 317-236-1596 Church of the Immaculate Con- Mass, 2 p.m. Precious Infants monthly pro-life ception, St. Mary-of-the- First Fridays or 800-382-9836, ext. 1596. ministry, Mass for Life by arch- St. Charles Borromeo Church, St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Woods. Mass, 11 a.m., sign- Third Thursdays diocesan Office of Pro-Life chapel, 2222 E. Third St., (Little Flower) Church, Chapel, Marian Center of Indianapolis, interpreted. Our Lady of Peace Mausoleum Activities, 8:30 a.m., drive to Bloomington. Adoration of the 4720 E. 13th St., Indianapolis. 3356 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Third Mondays Chapel, 9001 Haverstick Road, Clinic for Women (abortion Blessed Sacrament, noon-6 p.m. Apostolate of Fatima holy hour, “12-Step Spirituality” tapes, St. Matthew Parish, 4100 E. 56th Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m. clinic), 3607 W. 16th St., Indian- 2 p.m. Dominican Father Emmerich apolis, for rosary, return to St. Vincent de Paul Church, 1723 St., Indianapolis. Young Vogt, narrator, 7:30 p.m. Infor- Widowed Group, sponsored by St. Elizabeth’s and Coleman church for Benediction. “I” St., Bedford. Exposition of St. Anthony Church, 379 N. mation: 317-924-3984. Pregnancy and Adoption Ser- the Blessed Sacrament after archdiocesan Office of Family Fourth Tuesdays Warman Ave., Indianapolis. Ministries, 7:30 p.m. Informa- vices, 2500 Churchman Ave., 8:30 a.m. Mass-9 a.m. Sat., Marian Center of Indianapolis, Reconciliation, 7:45 a.m., Second Thursdays tion: 317-236-1596 or 800-382- Indianapolis. Daughters of 8-9 a.m., “Children of Hope” St. Luke Church, 7575 Holliday 3356 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Mass, 8:15 a.m. followed by 9836, ext. 1596. Isabella, Madonna Circle meet- program, holy hour for children. “12-Step Spirituality” tapes, rosary. Dr. E., Indianapolis. Holy hour ing, noon, dessert and beverages Information: 812-275-6539. for priestly and religious voca- Dominican Father Emmerich Third Tuesdays served. Information: 317-849- St. Thomas More Church, 1200 tions, 7 p.m. Vogt, narrator, 7:30 p.m. Infor- St. Francis Medical Clinic, 110 5840. Holy Name Church, 89 N. 17th N. Indiana St., Mooresville. N. 17th Ave., Suite 300, Beech mation: 317-924-3984. Ave., Beech Grove. Mass, Mass, 8:35 a.m. Information: Second Saturdays Grove. Chronic pain support St. Joseph Church, 1375 S. Mick- 8:15 a.m., eucharistic adoration 317-831-4142. St. Agnes Parish, Brown County group, 7-8 p.m. Information: Fourth Wednesdays ley Ave., Indianapolis. Adora- following Mass until 5 p.m. Public Library, Nashville. 317-831-1177. St. Thomas More Church, 1200 Benediction. Information: 317- St. Nicholas Church, 6461 E. Brown County Widowed tion of Blessed Sacrament, N. Indiana St., Mooresville. Mass 784-5454. St. Nicholas Dr., Sunman. Mass, Support Group, 3 p.m. Informa- Third Wednesdays 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Mass, 5:45 p.m. and anointing of the sick, 6 p.m. praise and worship, 8 a.m., then tion and directions: 812-988- Holy Name Church, 89 N. 17th Information: 317-244-9002. Information: 317-831-4142. † St. Peter Church, 1207 East Road, Brookville. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after 8 a.m. until Communion service, 1 p.m.

Holy Guardian Angels Church, 405 U.S. 52, Cedar Grove. Eucharistic adoration after 8 a.m. Mass-5 p.m.

SS. Francis and Clare Church, 5901 Olive Branch Road, Greenwood. Mass, 8 a.m., ado- Don’t take chances ration, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sacred Heart Chaplet, 8:30 a.m., Divine Mercy Chaplet, 3 p.m. Informa- tion: 317-859-4673. Christ the King Church, 1827 with chest pain. Kessler Blvd., E. Dr., Indiana- polis. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament after 7:15 a.m. Mass- 5:30 p.m. Benediction and ser- vice.

Holy Rosary Church, 520 Ste- Or where you treat it. vens St., Indianapolis. Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament after 5:45 p.m. Mass-9 a.m. Saturday. Information: 317-636-4478.

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St. Mary Church, 212 Washing- ton St., North Vernon. Adora- tion of the Blessed Sacrament, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Information: 812- 346-3604. CARDIAC & VASCULAR CARE CENTER St. Joseph Church, 113 S. 5th St., Terre Haute. Eucharistic adora- tion, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Rosary, noon, holy hour for vocations and Page 26 The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005

JORDAN, Thomas J., 79, NIEHAUS, James J., Sr., 73, St. Michael the Archangel, St. Augustine, Jeffersonville, Lois Weilhammer was longtime Indianapolis, March 26. March 26. Father of Mary Jane principal of Nativity School Husband of Marylin Jordan. Bushau, James Jr. and Richard Rest in peace Father of Rebecca Barrett, Joan Niehaus. Brother of Mary Ellen Lois B. (Madden) Weil- including 26 years as principal Hauk, Susan Lay, Amy, Laura, Mackson, Mary Ann and hammer, a member of Nativity of Nativity School. Teresa and Thomas Jordan II. Edward Niehaus Sr. Grand- of Our Lord Jesus Christ Parish The gymnasium, which also Please submit in writing to our Coleman. Father of Joy Brother of Patricia Luzar, Joan father of six. in Indianapolis and a longtime serves as a multipurpose room, office by 10 a.m. Thursday Coleman-Stiver, Christa, Joan, teacher and principal at Nativity is named in her honor. O’Connell and John Jordan. POMEROY, Mary A., 80, before the week of publication; Susan, Marion IV and Matthew Grandfather of nine. School, died on April 2 at her Weilhammer received the be sure to state date of death. Coleman. Brother of Ann, P. St. Lawrence, Lawrenceburg, home. She was 77. Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice KAST, Nancy L., 67, St. Paul, Obituaries of archdiocesan Michael and Ronald Coleman. April 2. Mother of Tim Pomeroy. The Mass of Christian Burial Award, a papal honor for distin- Tell City, March 18. Wife of priests serving our archdiocese Grandfather of five. REED, Joan L. (O’Neill) was celebrated on April 7 at guished Church and community Allen Kast. Mother of Joan are listed elsewhere in The CULLIN, Emily M., 89, Eggert, 78, Good Shepherd, Nativity Church. Burial followed service, in 1997. Esarey, Janet Wagner and Jeff Criterion. Order priests and St. Gabriel, Connersville, Indianapolis, April 4. Mother of at Calvary Cemetery. Surviving are three sons, Kast. Sister of Becky Hagedorn religious sisters and brothers March 31. Mother of Bernie Lynn Fritsche, Paula McKean She was born on Sept. 26, Michael, Patrick and Philip and Mary Seibert. Grandmother are included here, unless they Brady and Kenneth Cullin. and Joanna Weiler. Grand- 1927, in Indianapolis and grad- Weilhammer; two brothers, of seven. are natives of the archdiocese Grandmother of eight. Great- mother of 11. Great-grand- uated from Saint Mary-of-the- Richard and Robert Madden; or have other connections to it; grandmother of 11. KUNTZ, Leo Robert, 94, mother of 11. Woods College. and five grandchildren. those are separate obituaries Nativity, Indianapolis, April 5. ETIENNE, Scot J., 39, St. Paul, SEGER, Emma M., 91, Our Weilhammer was a longtime Memorial gifts may be sent on this page. Husband of Helen E. (Galm) Tell City, March 17. Father of Lady of Perpetual Help, New educator at Catholic schools in to Nativity Parish, 7225 Kuntz. Father of Paula Call- ALVARADO, Silvio D., 49, Cynthia and Larando Etienne. Albany, March 19. Mother of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis Southeastern Ave., Indianapolis, away, Marilyn Ellis and St. Margaret Mary, Terre Haute, Brother of Jennifer Betz, Burke Eileen Bauer, Judith Patton and for more than 40 years, IN 46239. † Rosalyn Henry. Brother of March 30. Husband of Gloria and Kevin Etienne. Daniel Seger. Grandmother of Margaret Martin and Rose Alvarado. Father of Adam, nine. Great-grandmother of 11. Rosemary Clegg was the mother Cari, Iris, Lenin and Lindy GILBERT, David E., 48, Sandler. Grandfather of 22. Alvarado. Son of Maria St. Michael, Cannelton, Great-grandfather of 37. SPAETH, Andy, 31, St. Mark, of Father Thomas Clegg March 25. Father of Amber and Indianapolis, April 1. Son of Alvarado. Brother of five. MAGERKURTH, Catherine Ashley Gilbert. Son of Rachel George and Clara (Hyle) St. Therese of the Infant Jeffersonville, she is survived (Adams), 89, Holy Name, BARTEL, Roger A., 58, Gilbert Reed. Spaeth. Brother of Cara Geary Jesus (Little Flower) parish- by her husband, John J. Clegg Beech Grove, March 25. St. Mary, New Albany, April 1. and George Spaeth. Grandson ioner Rosemary (Wilson) Sr.; four daughters, Patricia GIOVANINI-TURNER, Mother of Gary Arnold, Husband of Medora (Mueller) of Rita Hyle. Uncle of several. Clegg of Indianapolis, the Baldwin, Peggy Clegg, Angie Bartel. Father of Casey Kesling Virginia Ann, 79, Sacred Barbara Magerkurth, George mother of Father Thomas Dodd and Mary Beth Lutus; and Fred Bartel. Brother of Heart, Clinton, March 30. Wife and John Adams. Sister of STRUNCK, Anna Gertrude, Clegg, died on March 27 in five other sons, David, John Charles Bartel. Grandfather of of James Turner. Mother of LaVerne Culpepper and Norma 95, St. John the Baptist, Indianapolis. She was 72. Jr., Michael, Paul and Steven five. Adele Giovanini-Fossi, Lisa Huber. Grandmother of six. Osgood, March 29. Mother of The Mass of Christian Burial Clegg; two sisters, Carol Wilson and Michael Giovanini. Great-grandmother of eight. Mary Ann Westmeier and was celebrated on March 30 at Duttlinger and Charlene BAUMGART, Donald, 66, Sister of Terry Lansing. Grand- MUELLER, Grace B. Robert Strunck. Sister of Agnes Little Flower Church in Indian- Wilson; a brother, James St. Vincent de Paul, Bedford, mother of six. Great-grand- (Brown), 96, St. Paul, Tell City, Pulis. Grandmother of four. apolis. Burial followed at Cal- Wilson, 21 grandchildren; and March 28. Husband of Sheila mother of seven. Great-grandmother of two. Baumgart. Father of Audrey March 28. Mother of Maxine vary Cemetery in Indianapolis. eight great-grandchildren. Smith, Jason, John and Justin GOLD, Mildred Marie Glenn. Sister of Magie Euer. WALTZ, John W., 84, In addition to Father Clegg, Memorial gifts may be sent Baumgart. Son of Carl Baum- (Wilson), 77, Holy Name, Grandmother of 15. Great- St. Joseph, Shelbyville, a diocesan priest who is pastor to Little Flower School’s god- gart. Brother of Mary Hirsch, Beech Grove, March 27. Wife grandmother of 33. Great-great- March 31. Father of Bryan and of Sacred Heart Parish in parents’ program. † Gary, John and Maurice Baum- of William Gold. Mother of grandmother of several. Danny Waltz. Brother of Carl Carol and Janet Taylor. Sister of gart. Grandfather of four. NELSON, John E., 65, Waltz. Grandfather of three. Dolores Stumpf was the mother Eleanora Smith. Grandmother Great-grandfather of three. BERKEMEIER, Mildred C., of five. St. Malachy, Brownsburg, 89, St. Mary, Greensburg, March 25. Husband of Doris WHEELER, Alma F., 88, of Father William Stumpf April 3. Mother of Arthur GRANCHELLI, Giacinto, 75, (Ternet) Nelson. Father of Anne St. Paul, Tell City, March 28. St. Barnabas parishioner is vicar of the Vicariate for Amrhein. Stepmother of Jerry St. Pius X, Indianapolis, Kerr, Diana Velikan, Danny and Mother of Charles, Curtis and Dolores E. (Bakius) Stumpf of Clergy and Parish Life and Richard Berkemeier. Sister March 30. Husband of Ada David Nelson. Brother of James Wheeler. Sister of Indianapolis, the mother of Coordinators: Formation and of Marcella Tucker. Grand- Granchelli. Father of Patti Harriett McLaughlin and Pauline Berry and Mary Jo Father William Stumpf, died on Personnel and priest moderator mother of five. Step-grand- Beasley and Attilio Granchelli. Donald Nelson. Grandfather of Vogt. Grandmother of 12. April 2 in Indianapolis. She and sacramental minister of St. mother of four. Brother of Maria Cavallone. seven. Great-grandmother of 16. † was 87. Agnes Parish in Nashville, she Grandfather of four. BOLIN, Aura Margaret, 71, The Mass of Christian is survived by sons Lawrence St. Paul, Tell City, March 29. GREINER, John David, 75, Providence Sister Barbara Marie Burial was celebrated on and Louis Stumpf; six grand- Mother of Lana Seibert, Alan St. Margaret Mary, Terre Haute, April 6 at St. Barnabas Church children and five great-grand- and Glenn White. Sister of March 9. Husband of Carol Stritt was a teacher and librarian in Indianapolis. Burial followed children. Greiner. Father of Jacqueline at St. Joseph Cemetery in Memorial gifts may be sent Charles and Herman Theis. Providence Sister Barbara service as a school librarian. Nelson, Carl and John Greiner. Indianapolis. to the St. Francis Hospice in Grandmother of seven. Marie Stritt died on March 18 at In 1997, she retired to the Grandfather of five. Step-grand- In addition to Father Beech Grove or St. Paul Mother Theodore Hall at Saint motherhouse and served in the BROOKS, Elizabeth, 76, father of two. Stumpf, a diocesan priest who Hermitage in Beech Grove. † St. Anthony of Padua, Mary-of-the-Woods. She was 88. sisters’ prayer ministry for nine Clarksville, March 26. Wife of HILL, Dorothy V., 90, The Mass of Christian years. Kenneth Brooks. Mother of St. Gabriel, Indianapolis, Burial was celebrated on In Indianapolis, Sister Benedictine Sister Freida Scheessele Larry, Ken and Tim Brooks. March 28. Wife of Charles Hill. March 22 in the Church of the Barbara Marie taught at the for- Grandmother of six. Mother of Patricia Long, Bar- Immaculate Conception. Burial mer St. Catherine School from was a founding member of monastery bara Quigley, Mary, Michael followed in the sister’s ceme- 1942-43, the former St. Andrew BYRNE, Iris M., 76, Benedictine Sister Freida She taught at the former and Philip Hill. Sister of tery. School from 1954-56 and 1964- St. Thomas Aquinas, Indian- Martha Conkle, Clara Koehl Scheessele, formerly Sister Assumption School in Indian- The former Christine 72, St. Philip Neri School from apolis in 1948 then at St. Mary apolis, March 30. Mother of and Robert Fox. Grandmother Mary Clement, a founding Josephine Stritt was born on 1956-57 and 1958-61, and School in Washington, Ind., the Mary, John and Robert Byrne of eight. Great-grandmother of member of Our Lady of Grace Feb. 15, 1917, in Indianapolis. St. Joan of Arc School from former St. Paul School in Tell Jr. Grandmother of four. four. Monastery in Beech Grove, She entered the congregation 1961-62. She also taught at Our City, Bishop Chatard High CHAPPELOW, Juanita A., died on March 31 after a short HUMMEL, Mary Rose, 84, of the Sisters of Providence on Lady of the Greenwood School School in Indianapolis and the 74, St. Michael, Brookville, illness. She was 82. St. Lawrence, Lawrenceburg, July 21, 1935, professed her in Greenwood from 1972-83. sisters’ former Our Lady of March 28. Wife of William E. The Mass of Christian March 21. Mother of Christine first vows on Jan. 23, 1938, and Surviving are three sisters, Grace Academy in Beech Chappelow. Mother of Burial was celebrated on Fairchild, Patricia Jarboe, professed her final vows on Clara Stritt Logan, Mary Stritt April 2 in the monastery Grove. She began working at Christina Persson. Sister of David, James, Timothy and Aug. 15, 1943. and Helen Stritt, all of Indian- chapel. Burial followed in the the monastery in 1967. Vernia Comer, Gloria Ferken- William Hummel. Sister of Sister Barbara Marie taught apolis. sisters’ cemetery. Surviving are many nieces hoff, Margaret Hooten and Jeanne Roby, Mickey Stocks- at schools staffed by the sisters Memorial gifts may be sent She was born on July 28, and nephews. Eugena Willett. dale, Gerri Wetherel, Edwin and in Indiana, Illinois and North to the Sisters of Providence, 1922, in Hatfield, Ind., and Memorial gifts may be sent COLEMAN, Marion E., III, Milton Frackler. Grandmother Carolina. She spent 50 years of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, entered the Monastery to the Sisters of St. Benedict, 65, St. Ann, Indianapolis, of eight. Great-grandmother of her 69 years as a sister teaching St. Mary-of-the-Woods, IN Immaculate Conception in 1402 Southern Ave., Beech March 20. Husband of Virginia one. grade school, with nine years of 47876. † Ferdinand, Ind., in 1943. Grove, IN 46107. †

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Robert Sims than 450 students. for clients, with the ability to support others in their Pastor Send résumés to: personal growth and healing. • Demonstrated computer skills and data base manage- St. Simon The Apostle Catholic Church Cathedral of Christ the King ment. 8155 Oaklandon Road ATTN: Search Committee Qualified candidates should forward their résumé, in confi- Indianapolis, Indiana 46236 299 Colony Blvd. dence, via e-mail to: [email protected] or by U.S. Mail Phone: (317)-826-6000 Lexington, KY 40502-2322 to: Ryan Reynolds, C/O PSSM, 8037 Unruh Drive, George- town, IN. 47122. This is an active search and we are mov- Fax: (317)-826-6010 (859) 268-2861 ing to promptly fill this position. Page 28 The Criterion Friday, April 15, 2005 Teen’s documentary shows plight of India’s ‘untouchables’ CAMP HILL, Pa. (CNS)—Imagine living a life make better known. past decade in an effort to discourage the increasing deprived of basic human rights. You live in squalor, are Andy McCoy, a member of Good Shepherd Parish in amount of human rights efforts there, he noted. subjected to forced labor and violence, and have little or no Camp Hill, spent two weeks this winter assisting dalits in McCoy, a junior, traveled to India earlier this year as access to sufficient nutrition, running water, electricity or India and visiting refugee camps established for people part of a mission group associated with Dalit Solidarity, an sanitation. devastated by the tsunamis in December. organization dedicated to providing dalits with education, Now imagine that your chances of changing your situa- He used the mission trip to film several hours of footage health care, employment training and social development. tion are slim because society denies you the right to an depicting the destruction, disease and death left in the Also on the trip were Father Benjamin Chinnappan, a education, the right to possess assets and the right to wake of the natural disaster for a documentary, “Tsunami former chaplain at Holy Spirit Hospital in Camp Hill; improve yourself socially or economically. Smiles,” to educate others about the dalits’ struggles and Father Devasagaya Raj, who served in the Harrisburg For many, this picture is impossible to comprehend. But resiliency. Diocese at St. Patrick Parish in Carlisle during the summer for some 240 million men, women and children in India, “I’m hoping to let people—especially students—know of 2002; and McCoy’s brother, Matt, a 2004 graduate of these conditions are a harsh reality. the conditions that others live in, and show them what they Trinity High School in Camp Hill. Matt McCoy now They are known as dalits, or “untouchables,” labeled by can do to help alleviate those problems,” McCoy said in an teaches English at a school in India. their society as unworthy of belonging to India’s four-level interview with The Catholic Witness, newspaper of the Father Chinnappan founded Dalit Solidarity six years caste system. Without education, affirmation and opportu- Diocese of Harrisburg, after he showed his video during a ago. The priest, who now ministers as a chaplain in nity, most who are born dalits will die dalits. It has been March assembly at his school. Chicago and visits India twice a year, said the Harrisburg that way for more than 3,000 years. He explained at the assembly that even though India Diocese’s Mission Co-op and Cursillo movement have The situation of the dalits, who account for nearly outlawed the caste system nearly 50 years ago, society has donated funds to help build two schools and a seminary in 25 percent of their country’s population, is something a continued to live by it. Violence against dalits by other Father Chinnappan’s home diocese, the Archdiocese of 17-year-old student at Camp Hill High School wants to members of society has increased dramatically over the Pondicherry and Cuddalore, India. McCoy’s documentary shows extensive footage of St. Patrick Home, a boarding school that Dalit Solidarity established four years ago to provide education, spiritual formation and psychological support for dalit children, who include Christians, Hindus and Muslims. Dalit Solidarity also established St. Mary’s Medical Center, a rural hospital that assists people in about 30 vil- lages. There, doctors and nurses provide 24-hour care and teach people standard first aid. † CNS photo by Jen Reed, Catholic Witness Jen Reed, Catholic CNS photo by

Fathers Devasagaya Raj, left, and Benjamin Chinnappan congratu- late 17-year-old Andy McCoy on a documentary he made about a recent trip to India, where he helped dalits, or those considered to be “untouchable.” McCoy, a member of Good Shepherd Parish in Camp Hill, Pa., spent two weeks this winter in India visiting refugee camps established for people devastated by the tsunamis.