Inside Archbishop Buechlein ...... 5 Editorial ...... 4 Question Corner ...... 15 The Sunday and Daily Readings . . . . 15 Respect Life Supplement ...... 9 Serving the CChurchCriterion in Centralr andi Southert n Indianae Since 1960rion www.archindy.org October 1, 2004 Vol. XXXXIV, No. 1 75¢ Respect Life awards will be presented at Oct. 3 Mass By Mary Ann Wyand Parish in Indianapolis, will be recognized McCullough, formerly a member of a busy extracurricular schedule at school for facilitating a St. Mary Parish in and a part-time job. For the first time, two Archbishop number of student Greensburg, who Father Jonathan Edward T. O’Meara Respect Life Awards pro-life projects for spent many hours Meyer, associate will be presented in the same year during more than a decade, working on pro-life director of youth and the archdiocesan Respect Life Sunday including school par- projects in Decatur young adult ministry liturgy at 1 p.m. on Oct. 3 at SS. Peter and ticipation in the County even as she for the archdiocese Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis. March for Life battled a serious ill- and associate pastor The archdiocese’s annual award for dis- each January in ness for five years. of Our Lady of the tinguished service to the cause of life will Washington, D.C., A third honor, the Greenwood, Queen be presented to a longtime Catholic high and student service Our Lady of of the Holy Rosary school teacher for mentoring teenagers Gerard Striby trips to Appalachia Linda McCullough Guadalupe Pro-Life Jackie Appleman Parish in and posthumously for a woman’s dedica- to help poverty- Youth Award, will be Greenwood, is the tion to pro-life work, which she continued stricken people improve their housing presented to Bishop Chatard High School principal celebrant for the Respect Life daily until a few hours before her death. conditions. senior Jackie Appleman of St. Lawrence Sunday Mass. Roncalli High School religion teacher A second Respect Life Award will be Parish in Indianapolis, who makes pro-life At the conclusion of the liturgy, Gerard Striby, a member of St. Roch presented to the family of the late Linda projects a priority in her life in addition to See AWARDS, page 2 War on terrorism Greenwood parish receives first-class is the focus of relic of St. Francis of Assisi U.S. foreign By Mary Ann Wyand policy debate GREENWOOD—A first-class relic Editor’s note: The U.S. bishops’ of St. Francis of Assisi has found a Administrative Committee adopted new home in the Blessed Sacrament “Faithful Chapel at SS. Francis and Clare of Wyand MaryPhotos by Ann Citizenship: A Assisi Parish in Greenwood just in Catholic Call to time for the popular saint’s feast day Political on Oct. 4. Responsibility” as a The relic is a piece of bone from the blueprint on how saint’s body, which came with official Catholic social teaching should affect polit- documentation written in Latin. It is ical participation by Catholics. Here is one encased behind glass in a black and story in an ongoing Catholic News Service gold metal cross and is a gift from series about how the stands of the longtime St. Matthew parishioner Democratic and Republican presidential Robert J. Alerding of Indianapolis, candidates stack up with “Faithful who is retired, visually impaired and Citizenship.” resides at Marquette Manor. Alerding received the relic as a gift in WASHINGTON (CNS)—Just as the ter- 1966 from the late David and Mary rorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, dominated Frances Fox, friends who were members the first term of President George W. Bush, of Christ the King Parish in Indianapo- the war on terrorism is dominating the for- lis. They acquired the relic preserved eign policy issues of the 2004 presidential inside a cross during a visit to Assisi that campaign. year and gave it to him because his wife, While there is much debate about defeat- Margaret, had died in 1963 and he was ing terrorists and U.S. involvement in Iraq, raising five children alone. there has been little campaign discussion In 1951, Alerding made his profes- about fighting global poverty, solving sion as a Third Order Franciscan at the regional conflicts such as the Israeli- former Alverna Retreat Center in Palestinian struggle, combating the global Indianapolis. From late 1966 through Longtime St. Matthew parishioner Robert J. Alerding of Indianapolis talks with Father Vincent pandemic of AIDS, debt relief for poor early 1970, he served as chairman of the Lampert, pastor of SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi Parish in Greenwood, after presenting a docu- countries and international arms reduction North American Third Order Federation mented first-class relic of St. Francis of Assisi to the Johnson County parish. Father Lampert holds treaties. for the United States and Canada. His the sacred relic, a bone fragment which is encased in glass in a black and gold cross. The U.S. bishops see all of these issues late wife also was a secular Franciscan. as an integral part of an effective world He also is a member of the People of See ELECTION, page 8 Peace Franciscan Fraternity, which meets monthly at Marian College in Indianapolis. Shortly before Mary Frances Fox died on Sept. 13, Alerding visited her and prayed at her bedside with the relic. Father Vincent Lampert, the pastor of SS. Francis and Clare Parish since 2003, said the documented first-class relic is a special gift and will be displayed under the large San Damiano cross in the chapel near another relic of St. Francis and a relic of St. Clare. “It gives us a strong connection with our patron saints,” Father Lampert said. “It’s one thing just to have a saint’s name for our parish, but when we can have something that gives us a direct contact with one of our patron saints that’s really nice.” Our Sunday Visitor’s Catholic Jesuit Brother Gebhard Frohlich of New Orleans painted these icons of St. Francis and St. Clare of Encyclopedia explains that, in Christian Assisi, which are on display in the narthex of SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi Parish in Greenwood. usage, the term “sacred relic” applies to The parish purchased the icons when Father Stephen Jarrell was pastor of the parish founded in See RELIC, page 18 1993. Page 2 The Criterion Friday, October 1, 2004

students, teachers and staff members. Roncalli High School religion Gerard certainly has been the catalyst teacher Gerard Striby, a mem-

AWARDS Submitted photo continued from page 1 behind this group’s growth.” ber of St. Roch Parish in Striby said he will accept the pro-life Indianapolis, prays the rosary Servant of the Gospel of Life Diane award on behalf of Roncalli students who while an unidentified girl holds Carollo, director of the archdiocesan support the March for Life, pray outside a pro-life sign during a Central Office for Pro-Life Ministry, will recog- abortion clinics, participate in the Central Indiana Life Chain prayer vigil nize the three award recipients for out- Indiana Life Chain, help the poor in on a past Respect Life Sunday standing service in a variety of pro-life Appalachia and continue to inspire him in Indianapolis. Striby will projects. with their dedication and enthusiasm. receive the Archbishop Edward The 14th annual Central Indiana Life “The interest in these activities can be T. O’Meara Respect Life Award Chain follows the Mass at 2:30 p.m. along directly attributed to Gerard and his hard for distinguished service to the North Meridian Street in Indianapolis. work,” Weisenbach said. “While abortion cause of life during the The archdiocesan Office for Pro-Life is one of the most visible, pivotal areas for Respect Life Mass on Oct. 3 at Ministry is sponsoring a concert for youth our pro-life group, [the students] also SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral in and adults at 3:30 p.m. in the Archbishop challenge all of us at Roncalli in the areas Indianapolis. O’Meara Catholic Center Assembly Hall. of euthanasia, sacredness of the human Catholic recording artist Tony Avellana of body and the death penalty, just to name a Carmel, Ind., a member of St. Maria few. … I am very confident that our pro- joined the Decatur County Right to Life her language skills at a Crisis Pregnancy Goretti Parish in Westfield, Ind., in the life group has done a great job planting organization and helped the Decatur Center. Lafayette Diocese, will combine pro-life seeds that will bear great fruit in the years County Teens for Life promote respect for Pattie Abbott, youth ministry coordina- commentary with Christian music. There to come.” life and chastity. tor at St. Lawrence Parish, said Jackie has will be a free-will offering. Weisenbach describes Striby as “an Even after illness made it impossible devoted her high school years to promot- Striby recently began his 13th year as a outstanding role model for all in our for her to work, drive or even walk, she ing respect for the sanctity of life. faculty member in the religious studies school community. His commitment to continued to volunteer for the cause of life Abbott said Jackie has been an active department at Roncalli High School. In pro-life issues is a real gift to our school.” by organizing pro-life events from her member of the Bishop Chatard pro-life addition to teaching junior religion Teaching at Roncalli is a ministry, not a home and making telephone calls to sup- team, attended the March for Life several classes, he serves as the pro-life coordina- job, Striby said. “I’ve always felt like it is port the ministries. years and helped organize a local Walk for tor, service learning coordinator and a calling, like this is where God wants me St. Mary parishioner Pat Koors of Life. She also volunteers at the Birth-Line senior retreat coordinator for the Indian- to be and what he wants me to do in my Greensburg said McCullough made tele- Crisis Pregnancy Center, participates in apolis South Deanery interparochial high life. I’m humbled by the award because phone calls to benefit the Relay for Life the Central Indiana Life Chain and is a school. the pro-life group was started at Roncalli during the last hours of her life. chastity peer mentor for the archdiocesan Principal Chuck Weisenbach nominated at the urging of students. They wanted to Carol Kramer, also a member of Office of Catholic Education’s A Promise Striby for the archdiocesan award because do it, and I was willing and able to help St. Mary Parish in Greensburg, said to Keep: God’s Gift of Human Sexuality he has “an unquenchable passion for pro- them get it started.” McCullough kept the parish informed program. life issues” and creatively encourages stu- Linda McCullough dedicated her life to about pro-life legislative issues and con- “It’s really wonderful working with my dents to become involved in pro-life work working for a variety of pro-life organiza- stantly encouraged people to pray for vic- peers, knowing that there’s so many other through prayer and service. tions. She died on March 25 of an tims of abortion and other social issues. teens involved in pro-life work,” Jackie Weisenbach said Striby started unknown illness. Her husband, David “Linda made a huge contribution to the said. “My faith is really important to me. Roncalli’s pro-life group, which has flour- McCullough, will accept the posthumous level of awareness for the respect of all It’s the center of my life, and my pro-life ished since its inception. award with her daughters, Elizabeth and human life in the Greensburg commu- work is a big part of that. My favorite pro- “They are a very active group within Rebecca Brown, and her stepsons, John nity,” Kramer said. “Her influence will be life ministry is working at the Crisis our school community, sponsoring week- and Kevin McCullough. felt for many years to come.” Pregnancy Center because it’s so nice long activities that center on a wide vari- After moving to Greensburg in the The fourth recipient of the archdio- hearing all the success stories of mothers ety of pro-life issues,” Weisenbach said. early 1990s, McCullough served as the cese’s pro-life youth award, Jackie who change their minds and the lives that “They have instituted a pro-life rosary for pro-life chairperson at St. Mary Parish, Applebaum speaks Spanish and volunteers are saved.” † Life Chain prayer vigil to end abortion is Oct. 3 By Mary Ann Wyand ending abortion, begins at 2:30 p.m. on position. Marysville gathered for a one-hour prayer St. Barnabas parishioner Tom Hosty of Oct. 3 along North Meridian and “He explained the responsibilities to vigil to pray for an end to abortion. Indianapolis wanted to become more 38th streets in Indianapolis. me,” Hosty said, “and I did truly feel like Catholics in central and southern involved in pro-life work after participat- Participants are asked to silently pray I was being called to this ministry.” Indiana are invited to participate in Life ing in a Christ Renews His Parish retreat. for an end to abortion, and have the option Hosty attended a Life Chain committee Chains near their homes as part of the Hosty found the perfect volunteer of holding pro-life signs that include the meeting and met Janet Smith, the outgoing U.S. bishops’ national Respect Life opportunity when his wife, Julie, showed messages “Abortion kills children,” president, who said she felt the Lord pulling Sunday observance this weekend. him a Check It Out notice in The “Adoption: The Loving Option,” “Jesus her away from that ministry and encourag- Hosty said Central Indiana Life Chain Criterion explaining that the Central Forgives and Heals” and “Lord, Forgive ing her to do other volunteer projects. committee members expect 2,500 mem- Indiana Life Chain needed a coordinator Us and Our Nation.” “I thought it was interesting in the bers of 100 churches to participate in the for the ecumenical pro-life project held on Nationally, more than 1,000 Life sense that the Holy Spirit was pulling her prayer vigil, which promotes respect for Respect Life Sunday each year. Chains are planned throughout the United into doing other things and pulling me the sanctity and dignity of life. He inquired about the leadership posi- States and in Canada. into this,” Hosty said. “It was an affirma- Both individuals and families are tion and was asked to serve as president In addition to the Life Chain in tion, and everything seemed to click at invited to join the prayer vigil. Partici- of the Life Chain committee. Indianapolis, pro-life supporters in the that meeting when I was introduced to pants will line up along North Meridian The 14th annual Central Indiana Life archdiocese will form Life Chains in everybody. It’s a great committee.” Street from Ohio Street on the south and Chain, a one-hour prayer vigil devoted to Columbus and New Albany. Committee members represent several 40th Street on the north. Elsewhere in Indiana, Life Chains are Catholic parishes as well as other “We make a cross at 38th Street,” he scheduled in Carmel, Covington, Decatur, Christian faith traditions, he said. “It’s said. “It’s a very visible reminder of a Correction Elkhart, Evansville, Frankfort/Clinton interdenominational. I’m the central coor- number of individuals taking a pro-life County, Highland/Munster, Kokomo, dinator and everybody has a role. We all stand, … holding up signs in support of A news story in the Sept. 24 issue of Lafayette/Tippecanoe County, Noblesville, work together and it’s been excellent.” life. It truly is a silent hour of prayer. All The Criterion incorrectly reported that Plymouth, Portage, Valparaiso and Hosty and his daughter participated in the participants are quietly praying for the there are two annual allocations of the Warsaw. the Central Indiana Life Chain for the first end of abortion in our nation. Because it’s Saint Francis Xavier Home Mission Fund. Hosty said he talked with St. Lawrence time last year. interdenominational, it’s an incredible The fund currently has one large alloca- parishioner Tom Pottratz of Indianapolis, The first Life Chain was started in experience to have with people from other tion each year for parishes and schools in who volunteers in the archdiocesan Office 1987 in California, where more than 2,000 faiths. It’s a very powerful event, and need. † for Pro-Life Ministry, about the leadership pro-life supporters from Yuba City and everybody is welcome to join us.” †

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Buechlein in his This year, the process of doing all this is just beginning, comments to those gathered at the first official meeting of she said. The consortium should be fully staffed and opera- The seven center city schools of Indianapolis are going to the consortium on Aug. 31. tional by the start of the next school year. spend the coming year joining together under an umbrella “I’m like many who believe the only way that you break Miller said that her tasks will “help free up the principals organization that will help ensure that they cannot only stay the cycle of povery is through education,” said Tony Watt, to get back to being more educators as opposed to business open, but thrive. the administrator of the consortium for this transition year. managers.” The Archdiocesan School Consortium will be composed He is volunteering his time for the effort. Paradise also said that as the consortium seeks to bring a of a director and an associate director of finance whose jobs Connie Zittnan, principal of St. Andrew and St. Rita unified approach to spending and cost cutting, the financial will be to organize some of the business and operational Catholic Academy, said that students in these schools are burdens on principals will be lightened. aspects of the seven schools. future of the community. “I think it’s very important that Zittnan said that she will be freed up to do “basically Those schools are All Saints School, St. Andrew and they become leaders and good citizens and deep in faith,” what I was hired for—and that is to ensure mastery of the St. Rita Catholic Academy, Central Catholic School, Holy she said. curriculum for our students.” Angels School, Holy Cross Central School, St. Joan of Arc “Being in one of the schools for ten years, I think that She said that in group conversations with the other princi- School and St. Philip Neri School. there are many things that we would like to open for our pals, there is a positive feeling toward this new venture. “It’s a whole new idea, and it certainly is not the way children and to offer our children, but haven’t been able to Watt said he hopes other people, even those outside the Catholic schools have been run because of the autonomy of quite get there,” Zittnan said. “So I think that this plan is school communities, will help this “very important min- individual parishes and schools,” said Bernadette Paradise, going to allow us to get there and maybe surpass expecta- istry.” associate director of schools, urban education and Project tions.” And the consortium will need a lot of help. Zittnan said EXCEED for the archdiocesan Office of Catholic Education. The consortium will not only allow a central administra- that there will probably be some bumps and difficulties The change has come about, she said, out of a desire on tion to buy supplies in bulk for the seven schools, but also along the road in this new venture. the part of the archdiocese to keep those seven schools alive allow for standardization and cooperation between the “Change is difficult, I know,” the archbishop said at that because “that’s where our presence is probably most schools. first meeting. “At times, this consortium is going to try our needed.” Vicki Miller, the associate director for finance for the patience and charity. But we must never let it try our hope. “If we wish to continue to carry out our educational mis- consortium, said that she will be paying bills, preparing We are pioneers, after all. We will blaze new trails as our sion in the center city of Indianapolis, we absolutely must financial statements and eventually dealing with tuition ancestors in the faith did. The trails may be different, but the find more efficient ways to make use of our limited billing and collection for all seven schools. mission remains the same.” † Priest speaks to area Catholics about his intense conversion By Brandon A. Evans He started to skip school, drink, take drugs, get sexually the fact that few people are tracking them, they are there, involved with girls and commit petty theft. Father Donald said. GREENWOOD—Donald Calloway spent years trying When his family moved to Japan, he stepped up his “They are coming to a parish near you,” he said. † just about everything that sin has to offer—and found his rebellion. He grew his hair past his shoulders, began taking life utterly wanting. opium and drank heavily. He shared his story with several hundred area Catholics After running away from his family, he also began to get at an evening of prayer on Sept. 17 at Our Lady of the more involved in crime—stealing massive amounts of Greenwood, Queen of the Holy Rosary Parish. money. It got to the point where he was just about to be By his own admission, he drank deeply of sin until he fully initiated into the Japanese mafia. came to a point at which nothing could give him pleasure “I was a liar, a manipulator, a deceiver, a thief—every- or contentment. And at that moment, he found something thing you could imagine,” he said. “And I was good at that he had not tried. being bad. I was a professional wicked little kid.” He said the power of the triune God working through the He said that if anyone so much as looked at him he Blessed Virgin Mary saved him from his own life and gave would curse at them. him the gift of the fullness of truth that is offered to all “If you were close enough for me to spit on you, I’d spit Catholics. on you until I had no saliva left,” he said. “I had no com- Not only did Calloway make a radical conversion to the passion, no mercy.” faith, but he found within himself a calling to the priest- In the midst of this all, his mother converted to hood. He was ordained on May 31, 2003. Catholicism. His family was also told that they had to leave Father Donald is now a Marian of the Immaculate the country and return to the United States. Conception priest, serving as the house superior of the Both Japanese and American forces were hunting Marian House of Studies in Steubenville, Ohio. Calloway down—and the Americans reached an agreement And based on what he has seen, Father Donald says that that if they captured him, they would immediately deport there are more like him in the seminaries—young men set him and send him to his parents. on fire for Jesus Christ and his Church, young men who He was successfully captured and thrown out of Japan want to vibrantly live out the teachings of the Church. permanently. His family had to pay back his debts. “There is something wonderful happening,” he said. Ungrateful, he stumbled in and out of treatment centers, “God, through Mary, is raising up an army.” found himself in jail for stealing from a convenience store Father Donald called it a “revolution.” Priests have a and resisted his mother’s attempts to gently breathe dire responsibility—one imperative to their own judgment Catholicism into his life. before God—to bring saving truth to people, he said, even Such a life of despair was the status quo for Calloway when people don’t want to hear it. until that fateful night where he picked up his mother’s Part of his fierce devotion to the teachings of the book. Catholic Church comes because those teachings offered Jesus and his Immaculate Mother were able to do what him a way out of the horror of a liberated lifestyle. He no person, no rehabilitation program, had been able to even came to learn—the hard way—that the Church that Christ feebly effect—a complete conversion, and in it a freedom founded teaches what it does out of love and concern. from the chains that he had heaped upon himself. Father Donald came to the “saving truth” of the Catholic He insisted that he is not alone. There are other Catholic faith at a point in his life when he seemed to be at the end. youth who have, in some cases, fallen during early adult- Life had becoming boring. hood, but who are finding the light of Christ in the Church. One night, when searching for a National Geographic There are also new, young seminarians that are boldly magazine just to put images in his mind, he came across a faithful to the Church and out to save souls—and despite book that his mother owned about the reported apparitions of the Virgin Mary in Medjugorje. 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Looking Around/Fr. William J. Byron, S.J. The Beatitudes and the ballot box More and more Catholic conversations own way. Rev. Msgr. Raymond T. Bosler, Founding Editor, 1915 - 1994 are centering on religion and politics. Politics is part of the process that Most Rev. Daniel M. Buechlein, O.S.B., Publisher William R. Bruns, Associate Publisher That seems natural should be moving us in the right direc- Greg A. Otolski, Editor John F. Fink, Editor Emeritus enough in an election tion, but I’m not encouraged by the qual- year, but I’m wonder- ity of reasoning in our current political ing how Catholics debates. would answer the Although there is a separation of Editorial question posed in a Church and state that is appropriate in the daily newspaper head- United States, there is no separation line I saw the other between Church and society. The Church, Pope John Paul II touches a day: “Does God in my view, should be doing a better job baby on the head at the end of Belong in Politics?” communicating Gospel values to society his Sunday Angelus prayer at “Yes, of course,” I and then trusting society to make politi- Castel Gandolfo, Italy, on found myself saying. “Politics is people cal decisions consistent with those Aug. 22. The pope’s 1995 and God is in all people, so surely God values. CNS photo from Reuters encyclical The Gospel of Life belongs in politics.” Without the people, I think it is inaccurate to speak of (Evangelium Vitae) empha- how can God’s will work in our world? If “building” the kingdom. We can, as the sized the sanctity of life from God is present in every person, how can popular hymn puts it, “build the city of conception to natural death God not be in politics? God,” but not the kingdom. All we can and singled out his opposition “Thy kingdom come,” we all pray, do is lower the barriers within ourselves to the evils of abortion, knowing that a kingdom of love, justice to the promised kingdom’s coming. We euthanasia and the death and peace has been promised to us. We cannot build what only God can give. penalty. also know that the kingdom is the “reign There is work to do now in building of God” and that God reigns when our the city of God, and the political agenda wills—individually and collectively—are is not unrelated to that work. Issues on in proper alignment with his. That’s why the political agenda are multiple and reasoned and well-constructed moral diverse. No one issue alone will pave a arguments are so important in the forma- sure and smooth road for the coming of tion of public policy. Threat, force and the kingdom. ridicule won’t do it; moral reasoning will. I know of one priest who, speaking When Jesus stepped into his public from the side of religion to the issues Politics and the life issues life (Mk 1:14), he announced that the being debated in this year’s presidential kingdom of God is “at hand.” He added, campaign, held up the Beatitudes his year, as we once again observe politicians that they may not receive “Repent, therefore, and believe the (Mt 5:1-12) as a checklist. TRespect Life Sunday (see our spe- the Eucharist because the promotion of Gospel.” I often think it is tragic that a How does a given candidate or political cial supplement in this issue starting on abortion is a serious sin and the Church kingdom of love, justice and peace has party fare in that comparison? Few serious page 9), we do so in the middle of an has always taught that only those with- been “at hand” these many centuries but faith-committed voters who are doing their election campaign that has already out serious sin on their souls may not yet grasped. And I can only conclude best to assimilate Gospel values and bring become controversial because of some receive Jesus in the Eucharist. that the delay in the coming of the king- them to life in this imperfect world will of the life issues being debated. It’s dif- That controversy progressed to the dom is our refusal to “repent,” to accept a say they’ve found a perfect fit. ficult to editorialize on this subject with- question of whether Catholics may vote values reversal, an attitudinal turnaround The Church should stay out of partisan out appearing to take sides in the elec- for politicians who advocate abortion in response to Gospel values. politics, but not hesitate for a moment to tion campaign. But we can’t allow that rights. Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger, pre- This would convince us to lower the suggest that Beatitude values belong in a difficulty to keep us from repeating the fect of the Congregation for the Doctrine barriers within ourselves, namely the good society and that Beatitude princi- Catholic Church’s teachings as they of the Faith, became involved when he opposites of love, justice and peace that ples can inform the moral reasoning have been presented by the pope and wrote a letter to Cardinal Theodore we harbor within, and thus open our- needed to shape solid public policies. other high Church officials. McCarrick, chairman of a U.S. bishops’ selves individually and as a nation to the Pope John Paul II could not have committee dealing with that issue. promised kingdom that will indeed come, (Jesuit Father William J. Byron is a regu- been more forceful than he was in his Cardinal Ratzinger wrote: “A but only in God’s own time and God’s lar columnist for Catholic News Service.) † 1995 encyclical The Gospel of Life Catholic would be guilty of formal (Evangelium Vitae) when he wrote: cooperation in evil, and so unworthy to “The Gospel of God’s love for man, present himself for Holy Communion, the Gospel of the dignity of the person if he were to deliberately vote for a Letters to the Editor and the Gospel of life are a single and candidate precisely because of the can- Attacks on politicians only 49 percent of Hoosiers look favor- indivisible Gospel.” didate’s permissive stand on abortion ably on Catholicism (that’s more than one He said that his encyclical was and/or euthanasia.” But then he contin- harm the image of the in two of your neighbors who dislike the “meant to be a precise and vigorous ued: “When a Catholic does not share a Catholic Church Church, folks). reaffirmation of the value of human candidate’s stand in favor of abortion Indiana’s anti-Catholic tradition has life and its inviolability, and at the and/or euthanasia, but votes for that In their letter to The Criterion in the long held that Catholics could not be same time a pressing appeal addressed candidate for other reasons, it is con- Sept. 17 issue, the Burkholders of good Americans because bishops to each and every person, in the name sidered remote material cooperation, Sellersburg thank Bishop John M. D’Arcy appointed by a foreign power would con- of God: respect, protect, love and serve which can be permitted in the presence of Fort Wayne for publicly humiliating trol their votes. Bishops’ attacks on life, every human life!” of proportionate reasons.” the first Catholic governor of Indiana. Catholic politicians don’t contradict this The pope’s encyclical emphasized What are “proportionate reasons”? The bishop “requested” that the princi- notion, and whatever courage bishops dis- the sanctity of life from conception to Archbishop Raymond Burke of pal of St. Joseph High School in South play is outweighed by their imprudence. natural death and singled out his oppo- St. Louis asked that when he said, Bend, Ind., the governor’s alma mater, James J. Divita, Indianapolis sition to the evils of abortion, euthana- “What is a proportionate reason to jus- withdraw an invitation to speak at gradua- sia and the death penalty. Since the tify favoring the taking of an innocent, tion because the governor accepts legal- biological sciences tell us that life defenseless human life? And I just leave ized abortion as public policy in a cultur- Let’s not forget about all begins at conception, he also opposed that to you as a question. That’s the ally and religiously diverse society. the good priests the destruction of human embryos. His question that has to be answered in your This act, along with other bishops’ strongest words, though, concern abor- conscience. What is the proportionate “not anti-abortion, then no Communion” During the last few weeks, I have been tion: “Among all the crimes which can reason?” stance, strikes me especially naïve and reading a lot about priests committing ter- be committed against life, procured One way that would apply is if both ineffective. Legalized abortion exists in rible crimes of sexual abuse. Some have abortion has characteristics making it candidates are pro-abortion. A Catholic this country, not because governors or been accused and some have admitted to particularly serious and deplorable.” could vote for one of them because of even legislators support it, but because these terrible crimes. I pray for those vic- The pope also stressed “the neces- his or her position on other issues. the courts make it so. tims and those accused and those who sary conformity of civil law with the And, of course, there are other issues Who recently declared legislation pro- have admitted their crimes. moral law.” He wrote, “Abortion and in this election, including the morality hibiting partial-birth abortion as unconsti- What about the good priests? We are euthanasia are crimes which no human of the war in Iraq. tutional? Who in Indiana questioned the throwing stones at them. I know some law can claim to legitimize.” We recognize that many Catholics legislation providing for a waiting period very good priests—too many to mention Legislators, therefore, have a duty to resent anything that appears to be an before abortion? I am not convinced that here—but two of them are Archbishop pass laws that “ensure that all members involvement of religion in politics. a 20-minute address on a different subject Daniel M. Buechlein and Msgr. Joseph F. of society enjoy respect for certain fun- Past records show that Catholics tend would have undermined the moral princi- Schaedel. Those good priests are hurting damental rights which innately belong to vote like other citizens. We also ples of the high school graduates forever, and suffering. I believe with all my heart to the person ... First and fundamental recognize that neither political party or the spiritual starvation of Democratic that the priests I know would have done among these is the inviolable right to has emphasized the life issues during presidential candidate John Kerry’s soul something about this had they known life of every innocent human being.” this campaign. We would be negli- because they are working for God, not Despite the pope’s teachings, we gent, though, if we didn’t make our will decrease the number of abortions annually. man. What about sexual abuse in other know about the scandal in our country readers aware of the Church teach- faith denominations and occupations? of Catholic politicians who continue to ings, particularly in this special issue Attacks on politicians, like Bishop By the way, I am not Catholic. I am a promote abortion rights. This resulted devoted to respect for life. D’Arcy’s, may make bishops feel good, member of the African Methodist in some bishops telling those but they also harm the image of the Episcopal Church. — John F. Fink Church. For example, a recent Indianapolis Star religion poll found that Barbara Parker, Indianapolis The Criterion Friday, October 1, 2004 Page 5

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

SEEKING THE FACE OF THE LORD BUSCANDO LA CARA DEL SEÑOR Pilgrims will deepen faith and offer prayers for all

ast week, I wrote about life as a current pilgrimage will be for our youth to holy places have long been experi- come to experience and understand better pilgrimage—with and in the and young adults—that God will bless enced as a stimulant of deeper faith, hope the spiritual value of the practice of visit- LChurch—to the kingdom of them with courage and joy and pride in and blessing, not only for the pilgrims ing revered shrines and holy places. Of heaven, our “final home.” As you living their commitment as vital mem- themselves, but also for those who bene- course, there is great value for those who receive this week’s issue of The bers of our Catholic Church. Of course, fit from pilgrim prayers. A pilgrimage are able to be pilgrims themselves. While Criterion, a group of archdiocesan pil- all of you clergy, religious and laity will differs from a tour in that the destinations it may not be tangible, there is also spiri- grims will be making an actual pilgrim- be in our prayers daily, too. I offer spe- of pilgrimages are determined from a tual value for those whom we pilgrims age in Europe visiting the homeland of cial mention in prayer for you, our semi- faith point of view. Daily celebration of intentionally represent in our prayer some of our ancestors who left their narians, and for all those considering Mass and prayer in revered holy places along the way. homes years ago and made a new home God’s call to priesthood, diaconate and along the way are the central characteris- There are other less tangible values. for our Catholic faith in this part of the consecrated life. tic of a pilgrimage. Our culture is oriented to materialism, United States. From Cologne, we pilgrims make our There is also an attitude fostered individualism and secularism that tend to Many readers may not realize that way down the Rhine River Valley into among pilgrims that is not necessarily ignore God and the human family as Cologne, Germany, is the European sis- Bavaria. Along the way, we will visit sig- expected from tourists, namely that the family. Our society has forgotten heaven ter city of Indianapolis. In the Cathedral nificant, ancient churches and shrines people on pilgrimage travel as a commu- as the destination of life’s journey. The of Cologne, one of the most awesome in that meant so much to many of our nity of faith. This has some practical Second Vatican Council fostered an the world, we will pray for all the people ancestors in the faith from this region. consequences. Participation in prayer, of understanding of our Church as the of our Archdiocese of Indianapolis and We will visit Munich and make our way course, is primary. Pilgrims are also Pilgrim People of God, underscoring that also the citizens of our two cities. into Switzerland to the Benedictine encouraged to look after each other while we are on the way, that we have not yet Cardinal Joachim Meisner, the Monastery of Einsiedeln, a beautiful and traveling in foreign and perhaps strange arrived at the kingdom of heaven. Archbishop of Cologne, has invited me revered centuries-old shrine to our Lady. or unusual circumstances. Keeping a As pilgrims, we are not a collection of to visit with him. At Einsiedeln, we will pray in grati- common and planned group schedule can individualists. The characteristic of pil- When this pilgrimage was first envi- tude for the gift of the daughter be taxing. Pilgrims are encouraged some- grims as people who pray together and sioned, I was not aware that next year, in monastery, Saint Meinrad Archabbey in times to sacrifice personal preferences look after each other characterizes us as August 2005, Cologne will host the next our own southern Indiana. Saint Meinrad for the common good of fellow pilgrims. members of our Church. Like our ances- World Youth Day with Pope John Paul II. was founded by the monks of Einsiedeln This is an analogy of being Church. tors in the faith, we praise God together, And so, I will be leading a good-sized 150 years ago. I like to view this pil- Until becoming a bishop, I had never and we share a legacy for our mission in group of youth and young adults on pil- grimage, in part, as an anniversary led a pilgrimage of any kind. I have central and southern Indiana. † grimage back to Cologne by way of thanksgiving for the gift that Saint Rome and Assisi. On this present visit, I Meinrad continues to be for our archdio- can size up the situation and pray for cese. Archbishop Buechlein’s intention for vocations for October God’s blessing on World Youth Day. Pilgrimages have a long tradition in Youth Ministers: that they may always encourage youth to consider service in the Which reminds me, a special intention the Catholic Church, at least from the Church, especially as priests and religious. at all our Masses and prayer on this early Middle Ages onward. Pilgrimages

Peregrinos profundizarán en la fe y ofrecerán oraciones por todos a semana pasada escribí acerca de Dios los bendiga con valor, alegría y propios peregrinos, sino también para espiritual de la práctica de visitar la vida como una peregrinación— orgullo de vivir su compromiso como todos aquellos que se benefician de las santuarios sagrados y lugares santos. Por Ljunto con la Iglesia y dentro de miembros vitales de nuestra Iglesia oraciones de peregrinación. Las supuesto, también tienen un gran valor ella—hacia el reino de los cielos, nuestra Católica. Por supuesto, todo el clero, los peregrinaciones se diferencian de las aquellos que se convierten en peregrinos. “morada final”. Para cuando reciban la religiosos y laicos también estarán en giras ya que las peregrinaciones están Igualmente, aquellos a quienes los edición de esta semana de The Criterion, nuestras oraciones diarias. Ofrezco una orientadas desde el punto de vista de la peregrinos representan intencionalmente un grupo de peregrinos arquidiocesanos mención especial en oración por ustedes, fe. La celebración diaria de la misa y la en nuestras oraciones por el camino, estará realizando, de hecho, una nuestros seminaristas y por todos oración en lugares santos de adoración obtienen provecho, aunque tal vez no sea peregrinación en Europa, visitando la aquellos que están escuchando el llamado durante el trayecto constituyen la tangible. patria de algunos de nuestros ancestros, de Dios al sacerdocio, al diaconato y a la característica central de una También hay otros valores menos quienes dejaron sus hogares hace años y vida consagrada. peregrinación. tangibles. Nuestra cultura está orientada construyeron un nuevo hogar para nuestra Desde Colonia descenderemos el valle Asimismo, existe una actitud al materialismo, al individualismo y al fe católica en esta región de los Estados del río Rin hacia Baviera. En nuestro fomentada entre los peregrinos, que no se secularismo que tiende a ignorar a Dios y Unidos. curso visitaremos importantes iglesias y espera necesariamente de los turistas, es a la familia humana como familia. Tal vez muchos lectores no estén al santuarios antiguos que tuvieron un gran decir, que la gente en peregrinación viaja Nuestra sociedad se ha olvidado del cielo tanto de que Colonia, en Alemania, es la significado para muchos de nuestros como una comunidad de fe. Esto tiene como el destino final de la travesía de la “ciudad hermana” europea de ancestros en la fe de esta región. algunas consecuencias prácticas. La vida. El Concilio Vaticano Segundo Indianápolis. En la Catedral de Colonia, Visitaremos Munich y atravesaremos participación en la oración es promovió el entendimiento de nuestra una de las más imponentes en el mundo, Suiza en dirección al monasterio fundamental, por supuesto. Se insta a los Iglesia como el Pueblo Peregrino de rezaremos por toda la gente de nuestra benedictino de Einsiedeln, un hermoso peregrinos a cuidarse unos a otros Dios, dejando entrever que estamos en el Arquidiócesis de Indianápolis y por los santuario de Nuestra Señora reverenciado durante su viaje por el extranjero y camino, que no hemos llegado aun al habitantes de ambas ciudades. El cardenal por siglos. quizás en situaciones extrañas o reino de los cielos. Joachim Meisner, arzobispo de Colonia, En Einsiedeln rezaremos en inusuales. Mantener un horario grupal Como peregrinos no somos un me ha invitado a visitarle. agradecimiento por el obsequio de su común y planificado puede resultar conjunto de individuos. La característica Cuando comenzó a hablarse de esta monasterio descendiente, la Archiabadía agotador. En ocasiones se les exhorta a de los peregrinos como gente que reza peregrinación, no me había dado cuenta Saint Meinrad, en el propio sur de los peregrinos a sacrificar sus unida y se cuidan unos a otros, nos de que el año que viene, en agosto de Indiana. Saint Meinrad fue fundada por preferencias personales por el bien distingue como miembros de nuestra 2005, Colonia patrocinará el Día Mundial los monjes de Einsiedeln, hace 150 años. común de sus compañeros peregrinos. Iglesia. Al igual que nuestros ancestros de la Juventud con el Papa Juan Pablo II. Me gustaría ver esta peregrinación, en Esta es una analogía de lo que constituye en la fe, alabamos a Dios juntos y Y por lo tanto, estaré guiando un grupo parte, como el aniversario y acción de una Iglesia. compartimos el legado de nuestra misión importante de jóvenes y jóvenes adultos gracias por el obsequio que Saint Hasta convertirme en obispo, nunca en el centro y el sur de Indiana. † en peregrinación a Colonia, a través de Meinrad sigue siendo para nuestra había guiado una peregrinación de Roma y Asís. En la visita actual podré arquidiócesis. ningún tipo. He logrado experimentar y Traducido por: Language Training Center, evaluar la situación y rezar por la Las peregrinaciones tienen una larga tener un mejor entendimiento del valor Indianapolis bendición de Dios en el Día Mundial de tradición en la Iglesia Católica, al menos la Juventud. a partir de la Edad Media en adelante. Lo cual me recuerda que una intención Las peregrinaciones a los lugares santos La intención del Arzobispo Buechlein para vocaciones en octubre especial en todas las misas y oraciones en se han visto siempre como estimulantes Pastores Juveniles: Que ellos siempre puedan animar a los jóvenes a considerar esta peregrinación será por ustedes, de la fe profunda, la esperanza y las dando servicio a la iglesia, sobre todo como sacerdotes y religiosos. nuestros jóvenes y jóvenes adultos: que bendiciones, no solamente para los Page 6 The Criterion Friday, October 1, 2004

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Holy Family Parish, 3027 Pearl St., in Oldenburg, is hav- Each week features a Marian topic. Benedictine Father “living wills”) at 9:30 a.m. on Oct. 3 in the parish center. A ing its parish festival from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Oct. 3. For Jeremy King will present “Mary, Mother of Our Ancestors” team of experts, including a physician, attorney, social more information, call 812-934-3013. on Oct. 3. Benedictine Father Pius Klein will present “Mary, worker and Catholic hospital chaplain, will be present, and the Handmaid of the Lord” on Oct. 10. Benedictine Brother advance directive documents will be available. A follow-up Ralph McInerny, author of the Father Dowling series, Jacob Grisley will present “Mary’s Free Choice” on Oct. 17. session for those interested in completing those documents will talk about his career as a writer at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 14 Benedictine Father Damian Schmelz will present “Mary, will be held at 7 p.m. on Oct. 7. For more information, call at the Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library, Friend in a High Place” on Oct. 24. Benedictine Father Noël Georgia Impicciche at 317-357-8352. 1120 Stafford Road, in Plainfield. The presentation is free. Mueller will present “Mary, Mirror of the Church” on McInerny will also sell and sign copies of his books. There Oct. 31. For more information, call Mary Jeanne Holy Rosary Parish, 520 Stevens St., in Indianapolis, is is a maximum limit of four free tickets per family. The event Schumacher during business hours at 812-357-6501. hosting a group for married couples in the Indianapolis area will be preceded by a catered buffet with the author at called “Sancta Familia,” which is Latin for “Holy Family.” 6 p.m. Tickets for the dinner are $12 per person. For tickets “Celebrating and Sharing the Gift of Our Baptism” The group, which discusses various topics pertinent to living to either event, send a request along with a self-addressed, will be presented by Benedictine Father Godfrey Mullen out the Church’s teaching on marriage and family life, meets stamped envelope and payment (if applicable, check payable twice in October as a time of reflection for Rite of Christian from 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednes- to Friends of Plainfield Public Library) to Laura Day at the Initiation of Adults team members. The first presentation days of each month. The next meetings will be on Oct. 13 Plainfield-Guildford Township Public Library, 1120 Stafford will be from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. EDT on Oct. 4 at St. Augustine and Oct. 27 in the second-floor classroom of the Catholic Road, Plainfield, IN 46168, or call her to reserve tickets at Parish, 315 E. Chestnut St., in Jeffersonville. The second Youth Organization building adjacent to the church. “The 317-839-6602, ext. 115. presentation will be from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Oct. 18 at Holy Rosary in Legend and History” will also be pre- St. Pius X Parish, 7200 Sarto Drive, in Indianapolis. Father sented at the parish by Rebecca Reneau at 6:45 p.m. on A Project Rachel Training Workshop will be held from Godfrey is the director of continuing education and assistant Oct. 6 in the same classroom. Reneau is a member of the 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Oct. 13 at Saint Meinrad School of professor of liturgy for Saint Meinrad School of Theology in parish’s faith formation team, and will discuss how the Theology in St. Meinrad. Vicki Thorn, founder of Project St. Meinrad. The evenings will involve song and ritual, and rosary developed over time, the role of St. Dominic and Rachel and executive director of the National Office of Post- conclude with social time. A donation of $5, with a maxi- papal teachings about this devotion. The evening will end Abortion Reconciliation and Healing, will be the presenter. mum of $40 for any parish group, is requested. For more with a recitation of the glorious mysteries. A free-will dona- The workshop will include Mass, an examination of the information, call the archdiocesan Office of Worship at tion to the parish will be collected. For more information, impact of abortion on others and a look at the aftermath of 317-236-1483 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1483, or e-mail call Servant of the Gospel of Life Diane Carollo at 317-236- abortion in women’s lives. The cost is $20 per person for [email protected]. 1521 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1521. † those who register by Oct. 6 or $25 per person at the door. For more information, call 800-730-9910 or 812-357-6599 Danielle Rose, a Catholic singer, songwriter and the mis- or e-mail [email protected]. tress of ceremonies at the 2003 National Catholic Youth VIPs . . . Conference, will perform at 7:30 p.m. on Oct. 2 at Our Lady Saint Meinrad Archabbey will host pilgrimages to honor of the Greenwood, Queen of the Holy Rosary Parish, 335 S. Raymond and Delores the Blessed Mother at the Monte Cassino Shrine, located Meridian St., in Greenwood. Tickets are $5 per person or (Hacker) Rathz, members of one mile east of the archabbey on State Highway 62 in $15 per family plus one item for the parish food pantry. For St. Agnes Parish in Nashville, cel- St. Meinrad, on five Sundays in October. The pilgrimages more information, call 317-888-2861, ext. 15. ebrated their 50th wedding anni- begin at 2 p.m. EST with an opening hymn and a short ser- versary on Sept. 5 with a gather- mon followed by a rosary and procession. The one-hour ser- The health ministry staff at St. Therese of the Infant Jesus ing of family and friends at the vice ends with the Litany of the Blessed Virgin and a hymn. (Little Flower) Parish, 4720 E. 13th St., in Indianapolis, is St. Joan of Arc Parish Commun- presenting a program about advance medical directives (or ity Center in Indianapolis. The couple was married on Oct. 2, 1954, at the former St. James the St. Mary’s-Of-The Rock Greater Church in Indianapolis. They have five children: — ANNUAL — Kathleen Bowman, Shirley Getz, Beth O’Donnell, Deb TURKEY FESTIVAL Submitted photo Ward and Joe Rathz. They have eight grandchildren. † Sunday, October 10, 2004 (Serving 10:30 AM – 5:00 PM EST) U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Office — Carry Outs Available — for Film and Broadcasting Adults ...... $8.00 Children 12 and under ....$4.00 movie ratings

The Last Shot (Touchstone) Rated L (Limited Adult Audience) because of some BEEF, HOG & TURKEY rough language and violence, fleeting sexual activity RAFFLE and a crass scene of urination. Rated R (Restricted) by the Motion Picture Games and Country Store Benedictine gift shop Association of America (MPAA). BETWEEN OLDENBURG AND BROOKVILLE Carol Elias, a volunteer at the new Shop Inn-spired gift shop Shaun of the Dead (Rogue) 17440 St. Mary’s Road, Batesville, Indiana at the Benedict Inn Retreat and Conference Center in Beech Rated O (Morally Offensive) because of excessive or I-74 – Sunman, Milan Exit 156 Grove, browses through the items, some of which are made graphic and gory violence, recurring rough and crude by men and women religious. The gift shop, which was language, and much vulgar humor. Lic. #103702 created from a former classroom, is intended for both Rated R (Restricted) by the MPAA. retreatants and others looking for religious books and arti- cles. The grand opening will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Silver City (New Market) Oct. 2 at the retreat and conference center, 1402 Southern Rated A-III (Adults) because of brief violence, an Ave., in Beech Grove. Two authors and a Franciscan artist implied sexual encounter and drug content, as well as will be on hand. Refreshments, door prizes and discounts some rough and crude language. do will also be offered. For more information, call 317-788-7581. Rated R (Restricted) by the MPAA. † you ADULTADULT MEDICINEMEDICINE && LASERLASER St. Monica SKINSKIN CARECARE CENTERCENTER Knights of Columbus present know? Norrisa N. Johnson, M.D. Knight at the Barn Dance (To benefit our Cardinal Ritter Scholarship Fund) Do you know that approximately 40% of the food in 8424 Naab Rd., Suite 3P a prebagged charitable food pantry is wasted? Indianapolis, IN 46260 Saturday, October 9, 2004 That’s why the Society of St.Vincent de Paul has a 6:30 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. Client Choice ood Pantry where the needy shop the 802-9912 aisles with their own grocery carts and choose the items in the St. Monica Gym they want. Last year St. Vincent de Paul’s Client Choice Primary Care for $15 per person (includes dinner) ood Pantry gave to the poor of all faiths 2.3 million Mature Teens and Adults pounds of food with an estimated retail value of Msgr. Paul Koetter & Fr. Justin Martin $3.5 million dollars! will be our special guests and will lead Accepting New Patients Help our 100% volunteer society feed us on the dance floor the poor of all faiths 52 weeks of Now There will be prize raffles throughout the evening the year. Offering: For tickets & information: Tom Spreacker 733-1950 Society of St.Vincent de Paul • Skin Rejuvenation • Razor Bumps, P.O. Box 19133 Tim Elshire 334-9272 Indianapolis, IN 46219 • Spider Vein • Laser Hair Removal Brian Toepp 293-8340 Elimination • Acne • Skin Discoloration The Criterion Friday, October 1, 2004 Page 7 Archdiocesan catechetical leaders get tips on living balanced lives By Sean Gallagher “We need a little stress. We need a lit- just eat you up.” that they do find time for relaxation and tle speed to ride the bike,” he said. “There John Jacobi, administrator of religious renewal, because if they cannot be them- COLUMBUS—In the busy world of always needs to be a little push going on education and youth ministry coordinator selves and have some time for prayer and today’s parishes, those who minister there in our lives. And you can call it a little at St. Michael Parish in Bradford as well to play, then they’re not going to be able are constantly challenged to maintain a stress. A little bit is good. The question is, as the president of APARE, recalled simi- to fulfill their ministry positions anyway.” healthy balance in their lives. when is it too much?” lar advice Father Bernard Koopman gave Msgr. Koetter ended the day with a Msgr. Paul Koetter, pastor of Msgr. Koetter went on to suggest that to him when he began his ministry at the discussion of what he believed were the St. Monica Parish in Indianapolis, taking a break from work and ministry is parish. four aspects of life—living, loving, learn- recently gave advice about this important important to maintaining balance. He also “[He] told me, ‘John, you could do this ing and leaving a legacy—that need atten- need to a gathering of the Association of recognized that doing this can be a chal- job 24 hours a day and still not get tion in order to maintain balance. Parish Administrators of Religious lenge for today’s parish leaders. done,’” Jacobi said. “‘Don’t try. Your Focusing much of his attention on the Education (APARE) on Sept. 22 at St. But he said that it was also true for family is the most important thing.’” last in that series, Msgr. Koetter sug- Bartholomew Parish in Columbus. Jesus. There were times in his ministry Lentz agreed with the message of gested that the way we want to be Approximately 50 members of the when he sought to go away with his disci- Msgr. Koetter, emphasizing the impor- remembered is an important way to organization of archdiocesan parish cate- ples, but was called back to those who tance of keeping balanced. Yet she said define ourselves and so keep ourselves in chetical leaders were joined by Annette wanted to hear him and sought his help. that doing this herself has been challeng- balance. “Mickey” Lentz, executive director for Msgr. Koetter pointed out, however, ing. “If you can identify what kind of Catholic education and faith formation, that Jesus didn’t abandon his desire and “I try very hard to practice what I legacy you want to leave,” he said, “that and Harry Dudley, associate executive usually was finally able to get away. He preach, but not always do I do that,” she identifies what kind of person you want director of faith formation. proposed that we should try to have the said. “But at least I ask them to practice, to be. It gives you a focus.” † In comments during the meeting, same kind of determination that Jesus had. Dudley expressed why he believed the “That sense of getting away is criti- topic was so important. cal,” Msgr. Koetter said. “And even “As the [director of religious educa- though it is hard and it takes a lot of plan- tion] role expands,” he said, “and espe- ning, you need to find some time, just as cially as parish budgets are cut and they Jesus did.” take on other responsibilities other than Looking to an example close to our their central role, I think that it is impor- own day, he reflected upon the words that tant for them to keep a sense of balance. Pope John XXIII said before retiring for And I think that [Msgr. Koetter] has the night, “It’s your Church, Lord. I’m shared some practical ways to do that.” going to bed.” Msgr. Koetter likened the stress of liv- “You know, that’s a little wisdom,” ing busy lives to riding a bicycle. In order said Msgr. Koetter. “Can you say that? to keep a bicycle going, a certain amount Because with that is the recognition that of speed is needed. If there is too little or it’s not all on your shoulders. If you don’t too much, a crash is likely. claim that, any work in the Church can Silver jubilee catechists More than 2,600 catechists taught the Karen Overpeck faith to the children and youth of the St. Luke the Evangelist Parish, archdiocese last year. Many of those cate- Indianapolis chists have been involved in this ministry for several years. Birdie Hoehn The Association of Parish Admin- St. Michael Parish, Bradford istrators of Religious Education has com- piled a list of catechists who have been Nadine Kaelin teaching religious education for 25 years St. Michael Parish, Bradford or longer. Donna Newton Marcy Donohue St. Michael Parish, Bradford American Martyrs Parish, Scottsburg Geralyn Wetzel Providence Sister Theresa Clare Carr St. Michael Parish, Bradford Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ Parish, Margie Cox Indianapolis St. Michael Parish, Charlestown Providence Sister Marie Grace Molloy Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ Parish, Mary Jane Fussner Indianapolis St. Peter Parish, Franklin County Arletta Clements John Kaiser St. Augustine Parish, Jeffersonville St. Rose Parish, Knightstown Betty Hayden Christy Wilson St. Joseph Parish, Corydon St. Thomas the Apostle Parish, Fortville †

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poverty and underdevelopment. many parts of the world but either candidate would find it ELECTION Under Bush, the United States has promoted programs to impractical in important Muslim states such as Saudi continued from page 1 fight AIDS, especially in Africa; advanced efforts to reduce Arabia, Pakistan and Sudan. † the foreign debt of poor countries; and developed the struggle against terrorism. Millennium Challenge Account, which ties foreign aid to A U.S. soldier In the aftermath of Sept. 11, “we must be careful not to anti-corruption and good government practices in underde- guards the check- define our security primarily in military terms,” said the veloped countries. point on the out-

bishops in “Faithful Citizenship: A Catholic Call to Political On these issues, “Bush was able to do what the CNS photo from Reuters skirts of the city of Responsibility,” their 2004 election guide for Catholics. Democrats said should be done,” said Lindsay. Tal Afar, Iraq, north “Our nation must join with others in addressing policies Such programs would be compatible with Kerry’s views, of Baghdad, on and problems that provide fertile ground in which terrorism but Kerry would not have success advancing them if Sept. 13. Catholic can thrive,” it said. Republicans controlled at least one house of Congress, said experts say Although there are notable differences about fighting the Lindsay. U.S. President war on terrorism between Bush and his Democratic rival, If re-elected, Bush would have more success with George W. Bush Massachusetts Sen. John F. Kerry, experts interviewed by Republicans, he said. “Bush is tough on Republicans who and his Democratic Catholic News Service see minimal differences between the oppose him.” rival for the White two on other pivotal foreign policy issues. “Faithful Citizenship” also calls on the U.S. government House, Sen. John Bush’s terrorism policy is that “the best defense is a good to promote religious liberty as a human right in its foreign F. Kerry, have offense,” said James M. Lindsay, vice president of the policy. important differ- Council on Foreign Relations, a nonpartisan New York- The Republican Party platform supports promoting reli- ences on ques- based think tank. gious liberty abroad. The Democratic Party platform is tions of war and “The assumption is that you can wipe out terrorists or at silent on the issue. peace. least wipe them out faster than they can replenish them- Lindsay said promoting religious liberty is possible in selves,” said Lindsay, the National Security Council’s direc- tor for global issues from 1996-97 during the Clinton administration. Kerry does not see current involvement in Iraq as part of the war on terrorism, he said. Kerry’s anti-terrorism policy includes more emphasis on homeland security, working more with European allies and rethinking current policies in Afghanistan, said Lindsay. The candidates’ plans for ending U.S. military involve- ment in Iraq will depend more on the situation in Iraq on Inauguration Day, Jan. 20, than on promises made during the campaign, he said. On other major issues, foreign policy experts see approaches rather than goals as the delineator between Bush and Kerry. A key example is the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The positions of both candidates include: • Strong support for Israel. • Reforms within the Palestinian Authority to develop a new leadership committed to ending violence and to living in peace with Israel. • The eventual creation of a Palestinian state with the borders to be determined through negotiations. Middle East experts, however, said Kerry would take a more activist role in seeking solutions. “The crucial difference is that Bush would do the mini- mum necessary to manage the crisis, while Kerry would be more fully engaged, be more personally committed,” said Allen Keiswetter, adjunct scholar at the Middle East Institute, an independent think tank in Washington. When Bush took office, he tried to avoid becoming seri- ously involved but he was “mugged by reality” when the Palestinian suicide bombings of Israeli civilians caused him to become more active in seeking solutions, said Keiswetter, a foreign service officer from 1967-2003. He was deputy assistant secretary of state for Near Eastern affairs in 2000-01 during the transition from the Clinton administration to the Bush presidency. Jesuit Father Drew Christiansen, a foreign policy adviser to the bishops and associate editor of the national Catholic magazine America, agreed that there is little difference between the two candidates on Israeli-Palestinian policy. He added, however, that the prospects for Israeli- Palestinian peace have deteriorated significantly during the Bush presidency, making it difficult for whoever wins to seek a solution. Father Christiansen and other experts also cited a greater emphasis by Kerry on international cooperation and use of international agencies in foreign policy matters. Lindsay, of the foreign policy council, said Bush is skep- tical of international agreements and institutions because he believes they can hinder use of U.S. power to achieve goals. Kerry believes that international agreements and working with allies gives the United States greater leverage in achieving its objectives, said Lindsay. The bishops’ guidelines call for U.S. support of the United Nations and other international organizations to address world problems such as regional conflicts. An analysis of the candidates’ positions on arms trading and arms reduction in light of “Faithful Citizenship” appears on BustedHalo, a Web site sponsored by Paulist Young Adult Ministries. The U.S. bishops call it a “moral imperative” that the United States work to curb the spread of nuclear, chemical and biological weapons and “reduce its own reliance on weapons of mass destruction.” BustedHalo said Bush withdrew from the anti-ballistic missile treaty and supports development of low-yield tacti- cal nuclear weapons. It said Kerry voted for a comprehen- sive nuclear test ban treaty and opposes the development of tactical nuclear weapons. Regarding the conventional arms trade, BustedHalo said that since the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks the United States has begun selling arms to six countries—Armenia, Azerbaijan, India, Pakistan, Tajikistan and Yugoslavia—that were for- merly banned from receiving such aid. It said Kerry co- sponsored a U.S. code of conduct that prohibits arms exports to governments which abuse human rights and are engaged in armed aggression. The bishops also urged U.S. programs to curb world TheCriterion RESPECT LIFE SUPPLEMENT Surgical advances offer hope for unbor n patients

By Dr. William R. Lile Jr. placed in the bladder, allowing it to drain normally, and a healthy baby is born months later. All couples yearn for and even expect to deliver a Shunts can also be inserted to drain excess fluid from “perfect” baby, yet in reality approximately 2 percent of all around the brain, a potentially lethal condition known as babies will be born with some type of birth defect. hydrocephalus. Most birth defects are non-life threatening and, if need Sacrococcygeal Teratoma is the most common tumor be, can be corrected after the baby is born. Others, however, found in newborns. Although usually benign, it can be large can result in the growing baby’s death if not corrected. and cause the baby to go into heart failure. Using a tech- © U.S.Poster of Catholic Bishops Conference Today, given developments in modern medicine, we can nique similar to that used to repair spina bifida, the tumor see and count the number of heartbeats 28 days after con- can be removed at a gestational age of 26 weeks. ception. Today’s three-dimensional ultrasound images are A diaphragmatic hernia is a defect in the muscle that safe for mom and baby, and have opened a window into the separates the lungs from the abdomen. It can result in the womb thought to be impossible 10 years ago. bowel and/or the liver protruding into the chest cavity. The A new tool, fetoscopy, allows us to have real-time video lungs never have enough room to develop. Surgeons at the of the baby in the womb. Advanced centers across the University of California-San Francisco surgically place a country are now using this technology to correct problems in balloon into the windpipe of the developing baby. Normal developing babies before they are even able to survive out- fluids build up in the lungs, thus pushing the bowel and side the womb. liver back into the abdomen where they belong. At birth, Maternal fetal medicine specialists are treating both the balloon and fluid are removed, the lungs function and mother and baby as individual patients in amazing ways. the baby can undergo corrective surgery. While dependent on the mother for nutrition, oxygenation While still in its infancy, fetal surgery is rapidly chang- and waste elimination, the developing baby has his or her ing how we treat these tiny patients. Yet despite the own blood supply and circulatory system. Communication advances in both equipment and technique, there are still with the mother is accomplished via the placenta. The conditions, diseases and injuries in both adults and children pediatrician is no longer the baby’s first physician. The that we just can’t fix. obstetrician is. The psalmist David writes in Psalm 139:13, 14: “You Blood tests and ultrasounds evaluate the health of both formed my inmost being; you knit me in my mother’s the mother and the baby. If the mother is diagnosed with womb. I praise you, so wonderfully you made me; wonder- hypertension or diabetes, therapy is initiated and the medical ful are your works! My very self you knew … .” condition is controlled. Life is a gift from God. It is he that weaves us in the There are several conditions that cause the baby’s blood womb. To stop that life is an act of defiance against God count to become very low. If the cause of this anemia is not and his will. corrected, the baby, just like an adult, will experience heart We still have very little insight into how, in a span of The call to honor the image of God in every human being, from failure and die. 40 weeks, a single cell can grow into a precious baby of conception to natural death, places special duties on families, the Using ultrasound as a guide, a long, fine needle is passed many trillions of cells. Any surgical corrections that we medical community and public officials. “Made In His Image” is through the mother’s abdomen, uterus and directly into the attempt are primitive compared to the normal fetal develop- the theme for the Church’s 2004 national observance of Respect vein of the baby’s umbilical cord. A tiny blood sample is ment that takes place every day. Life Sunday, which will be celebrated on Oct. 3 in dioceses obtained and tested, and the appropriate amount of donated Medical liability law recognizes the value of unborn life. throughout the United States. adult blood is transfused to the baby. This process often Medical liability law deals with morbidity and mortality of needs to be repeated several times during a pregnancy. The human life, not property. A physician is held liable if he or patients, we will not be able to win the battle for these reward for such efforts is a healthy, well-developed baby she had a duty, breached that duty and caused harm to an children. with no long-term health consequences. individual. If we can develop surgical techniques that correct physi- More recent medical advances now go far beyond mere Failure of a physician or hospital system to diagnose and cal ailments of the unborn, surely we can ban surgical tech- blood transfusions. appropriately manage an ailing unborn child can result in niques that always result in the deaths of these same unborn Spina bifida is a condition affecting approximately one in the awarding of damages to the family in the tens of mil- children. every thousand babies. During the earliest stages of develop- lions of dollars, even if no damage or injury occurred to the Location does not confer or deny one’s God-given ment, the bones and tissues of the spine fail to fully cover mother. rights. During my residency, I remember a case of a patient the delicate nerves of the spinal cord. The exposure of these Our courts have even recognized the inherent value of with twins visiting the Pensacola area. She presented to our delicate nerves to the amniotic fluid can result in paralysis the earliest of pregnancies, when errors result in a miscar- hospital in pre-term labor, and rapidly progressed and deliv- from that point downward. This defect is traditionally riage secondary to a procedure or medication. Does this ered the first twin, who was admitted to the intensive care treated shortly after birth with mixed results. inherent worth of the unborn baby disappear merely nursery. The second twin remained intact and her labor Surgeons at Vanderbilt University and elsewhere have because the mother “chooses” not to continue her preg- stopped. developed a technique for performing a type of Cesarean nancy? We then had two babies, conceived at the same moment, section that allows for exposure of the affected portion of In Luke 1:44, God uses the Greek word “brephos” to in the same womb, being cared for in two very different the baby’s spine. The defect can then be surgically corrected, describe how the as yet unborn John the Baptist “leaped in ways. The first twin was in an intensive care nursery with amniotic fluid returned and the incision on the uterus closed. the womb for joy” while in the presence of the unborn ventilatory support, IV fluids and all the rights that any of The baby is allowed to continue gestation and is delivered Christ. In the very next chapter, in Luke 2:12, the same us would expect if we were in an adult intensive care unit. months later. word “brephos” is used to describe the already born baby The second twin remained in the womb, with none of the The outcomes have been promising, and randomized tri- Jesus. God sees them as babies, whether born or unborn, rights guaranteed to his sibling. He could have been legally als are now comparing outcomes of surgeries in the womb with all the God-given human dignity and the same right to aborted based solely on the “choice” of his mother. A and those performed after delivery. These surgeries have life afforded to adults. partial-birth abortion could have been used to terminate this been performed as early as 19 weeks’ gestation, less than Part of my personal ministry is speaking to groups second twin’s life. halfway through a normal pregnancy. This is well before a around the country and allowing them to see the amazing So what do we do when we diagnose abnormalities that baby can generally be expected to survive on the outside. detail of the human being present within the womb. we can’t correct? The same thing we do for adults or chil- Many of us recall the photo of the hand of Samuel Armas Ultrasound and fetoscopic images allow the unborn to dren who develop incurable conditions or suffer severe extending through the uterine incision as he was having this communicate to the audience with minimal narration from injury—we treat them with love, compassion and dignity. surgery performed four years ago. Samuel was 21 weeks’ me. We see and hear a heart beating 28 days after concep- That is what makes us human. gestation at the time. On Sept. 25, 2003, 3-year-old Samuel tion, and my eldest daughter jumping and sliding in my Unless there is another condition that poses a direct testified before the U.S. Senate Commerce Subcommittee on wife’s womb six weeks later. The goal is not merely to threat to the life of the mother, an abnormality is never an Science, Technology and Space. Samuel, who is healthy and demonstrate that there is life in the womb, but to allow the indication for terminating a pregnancy. Our duty as physi- walks with the assistance of leg braces, stole the show with personalities of the unborn to dramatize their personhood. cians and parents is to preserve life when we can, and pro- his testimony: “They fixed my boo-boo.” After the audience realizes the personhood present vide compassion and comfort when we can’t. Many other conditions are now being treated surgically in within the womb, I then demonstrate the tools of abortion The lives of the most innocent lie in the balance and are the womb. used in all three trimesters. The realization then is that a relying on our faithfulness to continue to defend them. Now Blocked bladders, a condition called obstructive uropa- person has been lost. that we can see their personalities and heal their afflictions thy, prevent the normal flow of urine from the kidneys and Without exception, abortion is fatal. A genetically unique in the womb, we must continue our quest to protect their out through the urethra. The resulting backpressure on the person with his or her own heartbeat, blood supply and per- lives. kidneys causes renal failure. If this is not corrected, the baby sonality is now dead. Until we realize that abortion is We have all heard the public service announcements that will die shortly after birth. But a shunt can now be surgically always fatal to the most innocent and defenseless of heart disease is the No. 1 killer of both men and women in the United States. I agree. Only a disease of the heart would Fetal surgery is now able to save allow for more than a million babies to be aborted in this lives and mitigate many disabili- country every year. Until the hearts of the nation are ties. Many people recall seeing changed, abortion will continue. this photograph of the hand of

Photo by Michael Clancy Photo by We need to tell the truth to our friends, vote for those Samuel Armas extending through who value life and hear about God’s gift of life from our the uterine incision and grasping pulpits. the surgeon’s finger during prena- The tens of millions of women who have had an abor- tal surgery four years ago. Samuel tion need to know that we serve a loving and forgiving was 21 weeks’ gestation at the God, and through that forgiveness true healing begins. time. Now 3, Samuel is healthy “I have set before you life and death, the blessing and and walks with the assistance the curse. Choose life, then, that you and your descendants of leg braces. may live” (Dt 30:19).

(Dr. William R. Lile Jr. is board-certified in obstetrics and gynecology. He has a private practice with the Sacred Heart Medical Group in Pensacola, Fla. His e-mail address is www.ProLifeDoc.org.) † Page 10 Respect Life Supplement The Criterion Friday, October 1, 2004 Sex: What do women–and men–really want? By Theresa Notaré Michael and Christine DeStefano leave St. Joseph Church in Babylon, N.Y., following From all media—magazines, movies and television— their wedding on May 22, 2004. False cul- there’s no escaping the message: What people want and need Long Island Catholic tural messages mislead people with regard is the latest car, a leaner body, more sex and more money. to sexuality, love and marriage, and the Such things can be alluring, but their pleasure is fleeting and impact can be serious and destructive. ultimately unfulfilling. They bring neither lasting happiness After the sexual revolution of the 1960s, it nor love. took only two decades for the U.S. popula- These false cultural messages are not without impact. But GregoryPhoto by A. Shemitz, tion to reach epidemic levels of sexually when people allow themselves to be misled with regard to transmitted diseases. The fact is that the sexuality, love and marriage, the impact can be serious and human body cannot handle multiple sexual destructive. When dealing with the gift of human sexuality, partners. From the perspective of the physi- we need to see beyond the beguiling enticements and look cal body alone, the only thing that makes very critically at the facts. sense is to practice abstinence or Science provides a wealth of information about human fer- monogamy. One’s health and happiness tility. Not only do we know what constitutes a healthy repro- may depend upon it. ductive life of males and females, we also know how to sup- press fertility with contraceptives or facilitate it with repro- ductive technologies. Within this world of techno-wizardry, few people stop to ask if manipulating fertility is healthy or Sociological research indicates that since the 1960s there • Do teens regret having become sexually active? One good for the human body. has been a steady increase in non-marital sexual activity in study found that 72 percent of sexually active girls and There are many devices and chemicals to control a Western developed countries: 55 percent of sexually active boys said they wished they had woman’s fertility, and they all have serious side effects. In • In 1998, the National Opinion Research Center of the waited longer before starting to be sexually active. April 2004, an 18-year-old New York woman reportedly died University of Chicago reported an average of 7.8 sexual part- A 2002 study on the attitude of young men toward mar- from a blood clot resulting from her use of the contraceptive ners after the age of 18—an increase over the 1990 level of riage is telling. Included in the top 10 reported reasons why “patch” Norplant, which can cause irregular bleeding and 7.0 partners—but significantly lower than the 9.5 partners men won’t commit to marriage are: increase the risk for ovarian cysts, blurred vision and mean reported in 1996. • “They can get sex without marriage.” migraine headaches. • In May 2003, the Kaiser Family Foundation reported that • “They fear that marriage will require too many changes Various forms of “the Pill” increase the risk of blood clots, one in five teenagers has sex before age 15, 37 percent and compromises.” high blood pressure, gallbladder disease, cervical cancer, between the ages of 15 and 17, and 80 percent between the • “They want a house before they get a wife.” migraines, heart disease and depression. Hormonal contracep- ages of 18 and 24. • “They want to enjoy single life as long as they can.” tives can also act as abortifacients. This is not healthy. • Today it is estimated that half of newly married couples Such reasons lend support to the belief that non-marital Today’s obsession with controlling human fertility has led cohabited prior to marriage. In the 2000 Census, there were sexual activity fosters immaturity and materialism. millions of women and men to unknowingly put their health 5.5 million cohabiting unmarried couples (up from 3.2 mil- Current sociological research overwhelmingly demon- and fertility at risk. The dominant societal message that sex- lion in the 1990 Census). strates “strong correlations between the practices of premari- ual activity is morally neutral, as long as it is in private and Given these facts, are people happier? Does this behavior tal sex and/or cohabitation and divorce.” consensual, has fostered the practice of multiple sexual part- aid growth in emotional or sexual maturity? Does it make Some of the more prominent studies indicate that: ners and given rise to sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). people more generous or better able to persevere in difficult • As early as 1974, the correlation between premarital sex After the sexual revolution of the 1960s, it took only situations? What impact does this behavior have on marriage and divorce was known (Robert Athanasiou and Rich-ard two decades for the U.S. population to reach epidemic levels and family life? Are those who have multiple sexual partners Sarkin, “Premarital Sexual Behavior and Post-marital of STDs: better able to form lasting relationships? Are they better pre- Adjustment,” Archives of Sexual Behavior 3, May 1974). • By 1999, 70 million Americans were infected with one pared to put the needs of loved ones above their own desires? • A 1991 study suggested a relatively strong relationship or more STDs. Research provides answers to many of these questions: between premarital sex and divorce (Joan Kahn and Kathryn • The lifetime risk of becoming infected with an STD is • More than 25 percent of sexually active teenage girls continued on page 11 estimated to be more than 20 percent. aged 14-17 report being depressed all, most or “a lot” of the • Certain strains of human papilloma virus (HPV), one of time, a rate of depression more than three times that of the most common viral STDs, are responsible for more than teenage girls who are not sexually active (7.7 percent). 99 percent of all cervical cancer. • Sexually active boys aged 14-17 report being depressed • Genital herpes, an incurable disease, afflicts 45 million all, most or a lot of the time at a rate two times greater than Get Debt Free! 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London, “Premarital Sex and the Risk of Divorce,” Journal Today, a growing number of couples are infertile and fer- of Marriage and the Family 53, 1991, p. 845-55). tility has been turned into a commodity. “Designer” gametes

• In May 2003, a study concluded that women who had are sold on the Internet. Infertile couples can expect to pay an Catholic Courier their first sexual experience before marriage with partners average of $66,000 to become pregnant and have a live-born other than the man they eventually marry are about 34 per- baby, if in vitro fertilization succeeds in the first cycle. cent more likely to experience divorce than women who did They’ll pay an average of $114,000 per delivered baby if not. This increased risk is not present with women whose treatments are not successful before the sixth cycle. And only premarital sex involved the man they married. This today, cloned human embryos are trumpeted as the future key study also notes that cohabitation is considered to be “one of to curing a host of diseases. the most robust predictors of marital dissolution that has Sexual intercourse is a powerful event of interpersonal Voigtlander, Karin von CNS file photo by appeared in the literature” (Jay Teachmen, “Premarital Sex, communion. It involves the whole person—body, mind, emo- Premarital Cohabitation, and the Risk of Subsequent Marital tions and soul. Our faith tells us that Christian marriage is a Dissolution Among Women,” Journal of Marriage and sign of Christ’s presence in the world. St. Paul was the first to Family 65, May 2003). articulate this when he said, “This is a great mystery; I mean It seems safe to say that sex outside of marriage causes that it refers to Christ and the Church” (Eph. 5:32). emotional harm and also seems to harm marriage and the As Christians, we accept on faith that human sexuality is family. Ultimately, for the emotional health of the individual, caught up in God’s transformation of a man and woman into the family and society itself, only married couples should “one flesh,” which in turn reflects how Christ loves us, his engage in sexual intercourse. Church. This indeed is a charism of the sacrament of mar- Early Christian thinkers taught that God originally created riage. Christian marital love is therefore unconditional, gener- Men and women want to love and be loved the way God designed marriage to signify his relationship with every soul. But sin ous, faithful, life-giving and sacrificial. it—generously, faithfully and unconditionally. entered our world and warped God’s creation. With regard to The history of the sacrament of marriage is enlightening the male/female relationship, St. Augustine said that what was with regard to God’s message about human sexuality and fer- up into Divine love and is directed and enriched by the to be a “patriarchy of love, service and cooperation” turned tility. St. John Chrysostom (347-407) taught that the “one redemptive power of Christ. Hence the acts in marriage by into “aggression, power and envy” because of sin. flesh” of the spouses is “not an empty symbol” because “they which the ... union of the spouses takes place are noble and When we consider the problems surrounding human sexu- have not become the image of anything on earth, but of God honorable ... [it] fosters the self-giving they signify and ality, it is worthwhile to ask: How has Christ redeemed Himself.” enriches the spouses.” human sexuality? On the nature of marital love, St. Augustine (354-430) said Catholicism teaches that sexual intercourse realizes a pro- Christ’s death on the cross restored human sexuality to that “conjugal charity” is not so much a “feeling” as a found gift of self between spouses. It teaches that fertility is to what God originally intended. Human sexuality is not tinged “doing.” It is “oblative love”—love that shares on all levels be respected and sexual intercourse should be treated with with sin nor is it morally neutral. Although we can misuse an offering of one to the other. Thus, husbands and wives are reverence. God created sex to involve the whole person— even the best of God’s gifts, that reality does not change the instruments of each other’s salvation. body, mind and soul. When this vision of human sexuality is fact that sex is God’s gift of life and love to each of us. The Carolingian bishops (c. 700-899) emphasized both understood, and we strive to live it, there will be true freedom God’s command “to be fruitful and multiply” (Gn 1:28) husband and wife as being made in the image and likeness of and growth in emotional maturity, holiness and peace. In was considered by our Christian ancestors to be an officium— God, which created a spiritual equality and enabled the wife short, we will be happier for living this truth. a holy duty. In the earliest life of the Church when marriage to be thought of as a “friend” rather than a “servant.” Our Lord reminds us of what God has planned for us: “As was attacked by various philosophies, procreation was identi- In the 20th century, philosopher Dietrich von Hildebrand the Father loves me, so I also love you. Remain in my love. If fied as the principle good of marriage. But procreation did not (1889-1977) said that marriage in its nature is fundamentally you keep my commandments, you will remain in my love, stand alone; it was linked to the education and nurturing of a community of love and that this love involves total giving just as I have kept my Father’s commandments and remain in children. of the spouses’ selves one to the other. This completeness his love. I have told you this so that my joy may be in you Sexual intercourse is not a leisure activity to be enjoyed on makes marital love exclusive and permanent. and your joy may be complete” (Jn. 15:9-11). its own. It is the way that a man and a woman can cooperate Contemporary Catholic philosopher Peter Kreeft said that What do men and women really want? To love and be with God to bring a new life, a new soul, into existence. with the creation of human fertility and sexual intercourse, loved the way God designed it—generously, faithfully and When society tried to take the baby out of sex by promoting God designed a sacred door as the way he would continu- unconditionally. contraceptive use, it devalued this awesome possibility of cre- ously enter the world to perform his greatest miracle—new ating new life and put pleasure over the common good. No life. And the new innocent life, Kreeft said, is God’s message (Theresa Notaré is assistant director to the Diocesan more are children unqualified “bundles of joy.” Now they are that he hasn’t lost hope in humanity. Development Program for Natural Family Planning for the “expenses,” “burdens” and “things that tie you down.” “Authentic married love,” explains Vatican II, “is caught U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops in Washington, D.C.) † Now Your Parents Can Live At Home! 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By Richard M. Doerflinger • Because this life has inherent dignity, regardless of its visible “quality,” it calls out to us for the normal care owed On Christmas Eve 1999, the family of Patricia White to all helpless patients. Food and fluids (even if medically Bull in Albuquerque, N.M., received an unexpected gift. assisted, as in tube feeding) are part of that normal care, After 16 years in a supposedly irreversible “vegetative which is “a natural means of preserving life, not a medical state,” she suddenly began to speak again. act.” Even incurable patients have a right to basic care.

“Don’t do that,” she told nurses fixing her nursing home • “The evaluation of probabilities, founded on waning CNS photo courtesy of the Schindler family bed. Soon she was saying her children’s names, catching up hopes for recovery when the vegetative state is prolonged on family developments and eating food. Her mother said in beyond a year, cannot ethically justify the cessation or inter- a Jan. 5, 2000, story in The Washington Times that her sud- ruption of minimal care for the patient, including nutrition den recovery was a Christmas miracle from God. and hydration.” A number of patients have unexpectedly recovered from • Deliberate withdrawal of food and fluids to produce Pope John Paul II reminds us that even persons in a “vegetative the “vegetative state,” a dimly understood condition in premature death can be a form of euthanasia—unjust killing. state,” awaiting recovery or natural death, retain all their human which patients have sleep/wake cycles but do not seem “Death by starvation or dehydration is, in fact, the only pos- dignity and have the right to basic health care, including nutrition, aware of themselves or their environment. Experts at a sible outcome as a result of their withdrawal. In this sense, it hydration, cleanliness and warmth. The case of Terri Schiavo, who March 2004 international congress on the “vegetative state” ends up becoming, if done knowingly and willingly, true is being cared for at a Clearwater, Fla., nursing home, is tangible in Rome said medical science is only beginning to realize and proper euthanasia by omission.” witness to this truth. Schiavo has been in a “persistent vegetative how little is understood about this condition. • The Church’s traditional teaching, that one is not state” since 1990. Her husband has battled her parents in court for The term “persistent vegetative state” was coined in obliged to impose useless or excessively burdensome treat- years to remove her feeding tube, which would end her life. 1972, when physicians said patients with this diagnosis had ments on patients, remains valid. The obligation to provide no consciousness or sensation and could not recover from assisted feeding lasts only as long as such feeding meets its dead—an “empty shell” with no human dignity. this state after a certain number of months. goals of providing nourishment and alleviating suffering. Church officials have warned against this trend. In 1992, The latest findings contradict this. Patients diagnosed as But the pope warns that “it is not possible to rule out a the U.S. bishops’ Committee for Pro-Life Activities issued a being in a “vegetative state” may have significant brain priori that the withdrawal of nutrition and hydration, as resource paper titled “Nutrition and Hydration: Moral and waves, and substantial parts of the upper brain may be alive reported by authoritative studies, is the source of consider- Pastoral Reflections” recommending a strong presumption and functioning. Brain function may change if a friend or able suffering for the sick person.” If unresponsive patients in favor of assisted feeding for patients diagnosed as being relative is speaking nearby. The testimony of many families might feel the burdens of tube feeding, they may also feel in the “persistent vegetative state.” that loved ones in this state seem to know when they are the suffering of being dehydrated to death. The paper strongly opposed any removal of these means present can no longer be dismissed as wishful thinking. And • We must not forget the needs of families caring for a designed to hasten the patient’s death from dehydration or medical experts are no longer so confident that they can loved one in a “vegetative state,” but provide respite care, starvation. It also found that assisted feeding is generally not name a number of months or years in this state that makes financial support, sympathetic cooperation of medical pro- “extraordinary means.” It is usually an effective way to sus- some recovery impossible. fessionals, and psychological and spiritual comfort. tain life that does not impose grave burdens on patients. On March 20, 2004, near the end of the Rome confer- The pope’s speech responds to a serious moral and legal A 1995 “Charter for Health Care Workers” issued by the ence on the “vegetative state,” Pope John Paul II clarified problem that has divided families, ethical advisers and Pontifical Council for Pastoral Assistance to Health Care and reaffirmed our moral obligation to provide normal care courts in the United States and elsewhere. For many years, Workers stated, “The administration of food and liquids, to these patients, including the food and fluids they need to “right-to-die” groups have promoted the withdrawal of even artificially, is part of the normal treatment always due survive. The Holy Father made several points: assisted feeding from patients in a “vegetative state.” to the patient when this is not burdensome … . Undue sus- • No living human being ever descends to the status of a Ethicist Daniel Callahan warned in the Hastings Center pension could be … called euthanasia.” “vegetable” or an animal. “Even our brothers and sisters Report in October 1983 that many colleagues favor such The Holy Father reminds us that, on issues such as who find themselves in the clinical condition of a ‘vegeta- policies, not because of special burdens in such feeding, but euthanasia, abortion, embryo research and capital punish- tive state’ retain their human dignity in all its fullness,” he because “a denial of nutrition may in the long run become ment, the Church’s voice must be raised to insist that every said. “The loving gaze of God the Father continues to fall the only effective way to make certain that a large number human being is a beloved child of God. upon them, acknowledging them as his sons and daughters, of biologically tenacious patients actually die.” especially in need of help. …. The value of a man’s life can- In some of the “tube feeding” court cases that have (Richard M. Doerflinger is deputy director of the not be made subordinate to any judgment of its quality divided families and sparked headlines, even some family U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Secretariat for expressed by other men.” members have declared that the patient is essentially already Pro-Life Activities.) †

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Help us stop abortion For more information about abortion, euthanasia, speakers for school, church and organizations or pro-life legislation please call 317-582-1526 www.righttolife-indianapolis.org 1060 East 86th Street, Suite 61-B, Indianapolis, Indiana 46240 A supplement to Catholic newspapers published by Catholic News Service, 3211 Fourth Street, N.E., Washington, D.C. 20017-1100. All contents are copyrighted © 2004 by Catholic News FaithAlive! Service. The Our Father teaches Christians how to pray to God By Fr. Dale Launderville, O.S.B. This prayer emphasizes not only the central role of God’s actions, but also the The New Testament preserves two importance of the human desire that God versions of the Our Father. be honored as sovereign Lord. The shorter version in Luke 11:2-4 When believers pray to God to “give Wittman Bill CNS photo by may be closer to the Aramaic version of us this day our daily bread” (Mt 6:11; the prayer that Jesus taught his disciples. Lk 11:3), they acknowledge that God is The longer version in Matthew 6:9-13, the one who supplies their material containing two more petitions than the needs. Lucan version, is the basic form of the Here the word “bread” refers not only prayer used by Christians through the to bread or barley products, but also to centuries. the whole range of life’s physical needs. In the opening petition—“our Father in The Christian tradition also has under- heaven” (Mt 6:9) or “Father” (Lk 11:2)— stood the word “bread” in this petition to Jesus instructs his disciples to address refer to Christ’s body in the Eucharist. God on the same intimate basis that sons The Greek word for “daily” might or daughters address their fathers. alternatively be translated as “tomorrow.” In the Old Testament, God rarely is Thus, petitioners would be asking today referred to as “our father” (Is 63:16; for tomorrow’s bread, for the bread of the 64:7). Certainly the Psalms and other future kingdom or the heavenly bread of Jewish prayers urged the Jewish people the Eucharist. to communicate directly with God. So believers who pray this petition are But with the “Our Father,” Jesus distin- asking God to provide them with daily guishes himself from the Jewish tradition physical sustenance as well as with the in which he stands by promoting a higher heavenly food of the Eucharist. level of familial intimacy with God. The next petition, “forgive us our The petition “hallowed be your name” debts as we forgive our debtors” The Our Father has deep (Mt 6:9; Lk 11:2) expresses a desire that (Mt 6:12; cf. Lk 11:4), incorporates roots in the Old Testament, God take action to reveal himself and his another theme central to Jesus’ preach- but is presented in a new power so that all nations might acknowl- ing: forgiveness. way so that Jesus’ followers edge his holiness (cf. Ez 36:22). The word “debts” in Matthew 6:12 is will recognize that the heart The Lord, God of the Israelites, is an ancient Semitic expression referring of this faith is found in the CNS illustration by Diane M. by CNS illustration Jones holy; his sphere of being transcends the not simply to money or material goods preaching and life of Christ. ordinary human sphere. Therefore, when owed another person, but more generally In the Our Father, the word believers pray this petition they are ask- to sins or transgressions. “bread” refers not only to ing that God’s uniqueness and sovereign With this petition, Jesus instructs the bread or barley products, but power be honored by all beings. disciples to link their desire for forgive- also to the whole range of The next petition, “your kingdom ness with their own readiness to forgive life’s physical needs. The come” (Mt 6:10; Lk 11:3), joins closely others. Because God freely bestows his Christian tradition has also with the preceding one by calling for forgiveness, Jesus expects his disciples to understood “bread” in this God’s sovereign rule to become visible do likewise. petition to refer to Christ’s on earth. So in praying this petition, we are not body in the Eucharist. Jesus instructs his disciples to pray only asking for God’s forgiveness, we fervently for the full manifestation of also are challenging ourselves to imitate God’s kingdom, a kingdom of which they God’s generosity. If we fail to forgive already have a foretaste. others, we are saying here that we do not Regular communication with God will expect God to forgive us. allow them to see God’s sovereign rule in The petition “lead us not into tempta- their midst in ways they might not other- tion” (Mt 6:13; Lk 11:4) promotes the wise have perceived. belief that God controls the course of The next petition, “your will be done events. petition highlights another dimension of his disciples to pray in private and to on earth as it is in heaven,” is present The Greek word for “temptation” can the struggle to remain faithful to God: avoid making a public display of piety. only in Matthew 11:10. The reference to also be translated as “trial.” Thus, on the “Deliver us from evil.” He teaches them that the Our Father is “earth” and “heaven” is an ancient one hand this petition requests protection The Greek expression here for “evil” a privileged means of communicating Semitic way of expressing “totality.” against daily temptations that can under- can also be translated as “the evil one.” If with God and that it challenges them to Heaven and earth were the two oppo- cut our relationship with God; it also evil is defined simply as “the lack of due trust fully in their Father’s care. site poles of the cosmos, marking out a asks deliverance from an intense crisis in good,” it is not as threatening as the evil sphere that includes everything on the which we might be called to put our lives personified by Satan—evil that is sinis- (Benedictine Father Dale Launderville land, in the sea and the air—whether on the line for God. ter, that can scheme and maneuver. is a Scripture scholar at St. John’s visible or invisible. In Matthew 6:13, an additional In Matthew’s Gospel, Jesus instructs University in Collegeville, Minn.) † Discussion Point Bible is an amazing ‘textbook’

This Week’s Question “As an RCIA [Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults] instructor [at Sacred Heart Parish], I feel obligated to Describe a project you undertook in a group or alone learn as much about the Bible as I can. I read a lot to learn more about the Bible or one of its particular about it and our priest, Father Peter Sharum, does an sections. excellent job of explaining the Scripture readings. ... “I made a New Year’s resolution once to read the The more I learn about the ... time frame during which Bible. It took me a year, but I finished it. I found this the Bible was written as well as the history of the writ- to be a very worthwhile experience, and it motivated ers and the people portrayed in the Bible, the better I me to become a lector.” (Sheryl Eddie, Gainesville, will be able to discuss and relay this information to Fla.) others.” (Paul Gramlich, Charleston, Ark.) “I belong to a prayer group. We meet weekly to read Lend Us Your Voice and discuss the upcoming Sunday readings. I find this very helpful.” (Marie Greenwell, Knottsville, Ky.) An upcoming edition asks: Briefly, how do you define friendship? “I joined a women’s Bible study program at my parish [St. Thomas the Apostle Parish]. I attended the weekly To respond for possible publication, write to Faith sessions and learned quite a bit about the Bible.” (Lani Alive! at 3211 Fourth St. N.E., Washington, D.C. Bogart, Phoenix, Ariz.) 20017-1100. † CNS photo Page 14 The Criterion Friday, October 1, 2004 Perspectives From the Editor Emeritus/John F. Fink Making a Difference/ Tony Magliano The story of Father Patrick Peyton (I) Making sacrifices First in a series of five columns it was.” education was lacking. Patrick Peyton grew up in County Tom decided that he, too, would test a for peace When we hear the name “Peyton,” we Mayo, Ireland, where he was born in vocation to the priesthood, so both young Hoosiers can be forgiven for thinking of an 1909. He was one of nine children, and men went back to high school with 13- The recent terrorist attack on a Russian Indianapollis Colts the family lived in a thatched three-room and 14-year-olds. Msgr. Kelly paid their elementary school touched a personal chord quarterback. Fifty cabin. What he remembered most of his tuition. for me. In 2002, I trav- years ago, though, childhood was that the family never failed In 1929, some Holy Cross priests from eled to Russia on two most Catholics would to gather every evening to recite the Notre Dame preached a mission at the occasions. There, I was think of Father Patrick rosary together. cathedral. Listening to them, Pat decided befriended by caring Peyton, “the rosary Life was hard for the Peytons and he that he, too, would like to be a mission- adults and warmed by priest,” who coined the left school to go to work when he was 15. ary, so he told one of the priests, Father the smiles of little chil- expression, “The fam- His three older sisters moved to the Pat Dolan, that he’d like to join Holy dren in baby home ily that prays together United States, where three of his uncles Cross. Tom once again joined his younger No. 12. Upon depart- stays together.” and three of his aunts had gone earlier. brother, and both arrived at Notre Dame ing, my wife and I car- Although he died only When he was 19, Pat and his older in September 1929. ried home with us one 12 years ago, I’m afraid that most younger brother, Tom, followed them and moved First, though, they had to finish three of those smiling Catholics today are unaware of him. in with an older sister in Scranton, Pa. more years of high school. Once they did faces—Nicholas Andrei—as our newly Since October is the month of the He managed to get a job as sexton (jan- that, they entered the Holy Cross novitiate adopted baby. rosary, I thought I’d devote some itor) at the cathedral. He felt a great joy and, a year later, began their four-year Through these wonderful experiences, I columns to the inspiring story of Father while working there and soon he experi- course at the University of Notre Dame. forged a lasting connection to Russia and Peyton. Father Theodore Hesburgh, a enced a desire to be a priest. When he They graduated magna cum laude, its people. The heart-wrenching death of fellow priest of the Congregation of the summoned up the courage to tell Msgr. 29th and 30th in their class of 469. Also, more than 325 Russians—especially the Holy Cross, wrote about Father Peyton, Paul Kelly that he wanted to be a priest, with the statue of Mary at the top of the children—was a personal loss for me. “[He] was one of the most extraordinary the monsignor’s reply surprised Pat: Golden Dome and the replica of the grotto I sincerely understand the Russian gov- priests I have ever known. He always “What’s a noun?” he asked. “What’s a of Lourdes on campus, Pat increased his ernment’s desire to ensure that such cruel seemed to accomplish what he set out to verb?” Msgr. Kelly was already aware of already strong devotion to the Blessed terrorism never is repeated. But the warning do, no matter how difficult or visionary Pat’s vocation, but also knew that his Virgin. † given by Russia’s military chief of staff, Col.-Gen. Yuri Baluyevsky, of pre-emptive strikes will encourage terrorism instead of Cornucopia/Cynthia Dewes ending it. Baluyevsky said, “We will take all mea- Community matters, especially parish community sures to liquidate terrorist bases in any region.” He further stressed that the military Two men who looked as though they On their cheeks were painted flags and delighted to find that, like me, she’s a would take the war against terrorism wher- might be father and son stood arm in arm, flowers. One girl also had the word “best” compulsive “good girl” who must finish ever it deemed necessary. grinning at the cam- painted on her face, and the other had every shred of necessary or unnecessary This page taken from the Bush doctrine era. They wore base- “buddy,” which they were eager to explain work before sitting down to read just for of “preventive war” will prove disastrous ball caps and shorts defined their relationship. pleasure. for Russia. The Russian Federation’s lead- and those ridiculously An elderly lady, who had been chief A country band played and sang their ership would be wise to take a close look at large athletic shoes sacristan, usher and general factotum for hearts out throughout the day, earning the results in Iraq of America’s pre-emptive we all favor nowa- many pastors over the years, was brought much applause and the coveted right to go attack strategy. days. to the picnic by her daughter-in-law. She first in the food line. Our pastor said a As evil as Saddam Hussein’s rule was, In this case, both has had a series of debilitating strokes, prayer before the meal, also adding slyly the U.S. government’s massive first-strike men happened to be doesn’t speak much and now lives in a that there would be a special picnic col- military “cure” has proven worse than the “Fathers” since one retirement home. lection taken up for him later. disease. was the former pastor But she knew exactly what to do when Elaine Peck of the Putnam County With more than 1,000 American troops of our parish and the other is the present little kids ran up to her and leaned United Way has written, “Previous gener- dead, more than 13,000 innocent Iraqi civil- pastor. The occasion was the annual against her wheelchair, as they often did. ations knew something that our culture ians killed, a $200 billion price tag, the parish picnic, an event whose impressive She would stroke their heads and smile, has largely forgotten. We need each other. nation’s infrastructure battered, unemploy- attendance is equaled only by the quality returning hugs with a surprisingly strong We must work together to survive and ment at 50 percent, American forces viewed and variety of food brought by parish- grip. Every adult, whether they knew her thrive. Every person is needed and impor- by millions of Iraqis as occupiers not liber- ioners—not to mention the delicious pig personally or not, stopped to speak to tant.” She said history tells us that the ators, much of Iraq in the hands of terrorists roasted for parish picnics every year by her. best thing people can provide for their and no end in sight, “preventive war” has the same generous family. People sometimes sat with their children and grandchildren is a strong proven anything but preventive. Taking pictures of friends and literally friends, but just as often with whoever had community. It was a tremendous blunder to ignore pigging out were not the only pleasures of a free place at their table. Before long, Parish gives us strong community the warning from Pope John Paul II and his this event, however. The children were they could attach names to the faces that when we all take part and work to make it closest aides that “preventive war” is dan- entertained with one of those bouncing were familiar to them from attending the so. All parish events may not be as much gerously immoral. tents in which they bob around like same Masses. They learned what they did, fun as the picnic, but we need them and One hopes that Russia’s leaders will yo-yos for hours, squealing with delight. why they were part of the parish commu- they need us. God is in those details. learn from the debacle in Iraq and choose There were all kinds of games and a fish- nity and, ultimately, who they really were. creative, nonviolent strategies—such as pond and face painting. One woman told me her vision of (Cynthia Dewes, a member of St. Paul the respectful dialogue—that lead to under- Two little girls stood in the food line, parish organization in light of the increas- Apostle Parish in Greencastle, is a regu- standing, forgiveness and reconciliation. giggling and dancing in constant motion. ing shortage of priests. Another was lar columnist for The Criterion.) † Violent military responses to terrorism only incite violence. Courage is required to stop this violent cycle. We need to discover Faithful Lines/Shirley Vogler Meister terrorism’s root causes, and put our full energy and resources toward eliminating Octogenarian continues mission for ‘The Word’ them. In the case of the Russian republic of Five years ago, I introduced a Texan satisfaction from reading the New There are thousands to prophesy failure. Chechnya, the only peaceful solution may gentleman in my column—a self- Testament that he began writing inspira- There are thousands to point out to you, be to allow it to become an independent described former tional poems about that. “Every morning, one by one, country. The hope would be that by grant- “hard-shelled Baptist” I re-read the words of Jesus in the Gospels The dangers that wait to assail you. ing Chechen independence, terrorism in who became a of my Catholic New Testament—I wish But just buckle in with a bit of a grin; Russia would drop significantly. This Catholic more than this blessing for everybody,” he said, won- Just take off your coat and go to it. would be an example of courageous sacri- four decades ago. This dering, “Am I too late to write all my Just start to sing as you tackle the thing fice. spring, I received a poems about the Four Gospels?” That “cannot be done” and you’ll do it. Peace demands sacrifice. Nations always call from a Criterion At age 81, Chuck Thompson shared his have sacrificed for war. We must learn to reader, who said she poem, Read It For Yourself. Here are the Thompson tells how “one of my sweet make sacrifices for peace too. shared a particular first and last stanzas: daughters convinced me to sell my old All people have the same basic desires: “Faithful Lines” with photos of celebrities on eBay [with him in freedom, food security, a decent house, an out-of-state friend, I thought, “The Gospel is not for me. them, too]. These are relics from my clean water and sanitation, a living wage who turned out to be the very man to It’s probably boring and dry.” [1940s and 1950s] years as a radio disc and humane working conditions, education whom I introduced my readers in 1999: But why not try it and see? jockey and early television show host.” and health care. Chuck Thompson. So, I contacted him Why not give it a try? Two of his favorites were Perry Como When human beings feel powerless in again. Take the Good Book from your shelf. and James Cagney (both Catholic). obtaining these basic human rights, peace To my delight, I learned that he is still It’s a simple thing to do. Proceeds aid his “mission.” becomes impossible. a “man with a mission,” but it has Read the Gospel for yourself. When readers request anything As followers of the Prince of Peace, let’s expanded considerably. His first goal was And let Jesus speak to you. Thompson writes, however, he asks only demand that our leaders stop this endless to send the Old Testament’s 23rd Psalm to that stamps be enclosed so he can con- war on terrorism and launch a full-scale more than 150 people. That led to his Thompson’s “mission” continues to be tinue his work. His address is 10802 attack on the causes of terrorism and war. editing a newsletter, “Roll Call for the inspired by a three-stanza Edgar A. Guest Greencreek Drive, Apt. 203, Houston, TX Then we will be worthy to hear the Psalms,” for hundreds more. Then he poem title It Couldn’t Be Done. Here is 77070. words of Jesus, “Well done, good and faith- added other Biblical quotations on “cards” the last stanza: ful servant!” and “St. Patrick Notes” for March. His (Shirley Vogler Meister, a member of mission grew! There are thousands to tell you it cannot Christ the King Parish in Indianapolis, is (Tony Magliano is a columnist for Catholic He also discovered so much be done. a regular columnist for The Criterion.) † News Service.) † The Criterion Friday, October 1, 2004 Page 15

Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordianry Time/Msgr. Owen F. Campion The Sunday Readings Daily Readings Monday, Oct. 4 (Response) Luke 1:69-75 Sunday, Oct. 3, 2004 Francis of Assisi, religious Luke 11:5-13 Galatians 1:6-12 • Habakkuk 1:2-3; 2:2-4 This Gospel was read during the Psalm 111:1-2, 7-10 Friday, Oct. 8 liturgies of recently preceding week- • 2 Timothy 1:6-8, 13-14 Luke 10:25-37 Galatians 3:7-14 • Luke 17:5-10 ends. Therefore, what has already been heard in these earlier readings forms an Psalm 111:1-6 umbrella over what is read this week- Tuesday, Oct. 5 Luke 11:15-26 The Book of Habakkuk furnishes this end. Galatians 1:13-24 weekend’s first reading. The overall theme of the Gospel Psalm 139:1-3, 13-15 Saturday, Oct. 9 This book is rela- reading is that following Jesus requires tively brief, including strong determination and much faith. Luke 10:38-42 Denis, bishop and martyr only three chapters. The Lord has many disciples who stum- and companions, martyrs (By contrast, Isaiah, ble and fall. It is a world of sin and Wednesday, Oct. 6 John Leonardi, priest admittedly the com- selfishness. Temptations are rampant. Bruno, priest Galatians 3:22-29 bined work of three Most critically, God, in Jesus, always Blessed Marie-Rose Durocher, Psalm 105:2-7 authors, has 66 chap- forgives those sinners who earnestly virgin Luke 11:27-28 ters.) repent. As to the prophet Into this scene comes this weekend’s Galatians 2:1-2, 7-14 himself, the book reading. As have been the other recent Psalm 117:1-2 Sunday, Oct. 10 itself identifies Gospel readings, this passage is a para- Luke 11:1-4 Twenty-eighth Sunday in Habakkuk by name (Hb 1:1, 3:1). Then ble. Ordinary Time speculation enters the process. Still, Scholars cannot agree on the term Thursday, Oct. 7 2 Kings 5:14-17 learned speculation can offer some pos- used to describe the servant. Is he sible details. Some experts believe worthless, useless, unprofitable or Our Lady of the Rosary Psalm 98:1-4 Habakkuk was a prophet associated unproductive? One ancient Greek test Galatians 3:1-5 2 Timothy 2:8-13 with the temple in Jerusalem. has “owing nothing.” It is clear, how- Luke 17:11-19 The most accepted opinion is that ever, that the servant is not so worthless Habakkuk wrote this work in the latter as to be beyond God’s love. part of the seventh century B.C. At the Also clear is that the master in no time, the struggles among the great way relies upon the servant. Still, the Question Corner/Fr. John Dietzen powers of the Middle East were numer- context is that the servant is kept, not ous and intense, and the small Jewish discharged. Indeed, the relationship kingdom easily was threatened in the between the servant and master is such Jesus did not abandon Jewish accompanying clash. that the servant assumes to have a place Expediency and pragmatism also at the master’s table. lured the faithful away from strictly fol- religious heritage in his ministry lowing their religion and from obeying Reflection If Jesus and his parents were Jews, for the human family. God’s law. For weeks, through these Scriptures Qwhy are we Catholic followers of The New American Bible comment on Like the other prophets, Habakkuk read at Mass, the Church has been sum- Jesus not of the Matthew 5:17 points out: “The ‘passing appealed to his contemporaries to call moning us to discipleship. It has been Jewish religion? away’ of heaven and earth is not neces- to God for protection in the uncertain no call to drift along the primrose path. Why did Jesus not sarily the end of the world. ... The ‘turn- international situation. The prophet It has not exalted human nature above stay with the Jewish ing of the ages’ comes with the apoca- insists, however, that the “just” will sur- and beyond what human nature is in faith? I know he told lyptic event of Jesus’ death and resurrec- vive. fact. Peter, “Upon this rock tion, and those to whom the Gospel is For its second reading, the Church Rather, it has been frank, even I will build my addressed are living in the new and final again this weekend offers a reading somberly warning at times. church,” but that age, prophesied by Isaiah as the time of from Second Timothy. This is background from which these doesn’t explain why ‘new heavens and a new earth’ ” Written to an early disciple of the readings appear. Taken together, they Jesus, in effect, (Is 65:17; 66:22). Apostle Paul, the epistle reminds are instructive, and they alert us to dan- defected from the Jesus did not therefore abandon his Timothy of the strength available to him gers. They also console us with assur- Jewish religion. Jewish faith. He built on it to complete as a bishop. ances of hope and of life. Should we not be one religion with the God’s final and complete revelation of Indeed, the reading refers to the Each follower of Jesus must see her- Jews now? (Wisconsin) himself to the human race. ancient gesture of laying on of hands on self or himself as the servant mentioned As Jesus answered at the Last Supper the head of the candidate, which is still this weekend in Luke’s Gospel. As sin- Please understand first that a Jewish when Philip asked to see the Father, an essential and primary act in the ning so well demonstrates, we are not Aanswer to your question would be “Whoever has seen me has seen the ordaining of deacons, priests and bish- as successful in finding heaven as we quite different from my reply here, which Father. ... Do you not know that I am in ops, not only for Roman Catholics, but might think we are. We need God to would be the answer of at least the vast the Father and the Father is in me?” also for Episcopalians and Orthodox. show the way. majority of Christian believers. (Jn 14:9). Furthermore, Timothy is instructed Habakkuk lets us know that there are The simplest direct response is that As Son of God incarnate in a Jewish not to preach his own mind, or any many detours and obstacles lying before Jesus never considered himself as aban- man, Jesus lived out God’s life as a per- other, but instead to preach the Gospel us. However, God will help us, if we doning his Jewish religious heritage. fect human being, assuring us of the of Christ. allow it. We allow this help to come by In the Sermon on the Mount, he tells Father’s unconditional love and showing St. Luke’s Gospel is the source of the being firm in our resolve to follow the disciples: “Do not think I have come us the ideal way to respond to that love. third reading. Christ. † to abolish the law and the prophets. I Jesus’ establishment of a community of have come not to abolish but to fulfill” believers, a “church,” to continue his (Mt 5:17). presence and activity on this earth, as all My Journey to God The Gospels repeat this theme in many his other works, must be seen in that ways during his public life, particularly larger context. He was, and is, the by recalling that certain of his words and anointed one of God for our salvation. actions fulfill what was spoken by the How, or if, we might someday be one Our New Pastor prophets and other Old Testament writers. with the Jewish faith is a mystery hidden Tall and strong Mary’s Magnificat (Lk 1:46-55), for in the Holy Spirit. Like a sturdy oak, example, is largely based on Old In the meantime, as I believe Pope Arms outstretched Testament prophetic and historical pas- Pius XI said, we are all spiritually As if to gather in his flock sages, including the hymn of Hannah, Semites. Like Jesus, Christians have and Like the sunrise welcoming a new day, mother of Samuel (1 Sm 2), some of always will have their roots in God’s rev- Green chasuble flowing— which appears word for word in the elation to the Hebrews. † A backdrop for what is to come, Magnificat. Our long-awaited pastor On the other hand, Jesus makes Begins Holy Mass. equally clear that he is setting a new Readers may submit prose course for Jewish tradition. Several Once an engineer times, he declares his departure from the or poetry for faith column Dealing with what is, Hebrew Scriptures. “You have heard that The Criterion invites readers to sub- He now celebrates it was said ‘An eye for an eye and a mit original prose or poetry relating to The Sacred Mysteries. tooth for a tooth.’ But I say to you, offer faith or experiences of prayer for pos- no resistance to one who is evil” sible publication in the “My Journey to By Hilda Buck (Mt 5:38-39). God” column. It had been assumed (in Ps 139:19-22, Seasonal reflections also are appre- (Hilda Buck is a member of St. Law- for instance) that hatred of one’s enemies ciated. Please include name, address, rence Parish in Lawrenceburg. This and other evildoers was the expected way parish and telephone number with sub- poem was written about Father Joseph to honor God. “But I [Jesus] say to you, missions. Feltz, who was appointed administrator love your enemies, and pray for those Send material for consideration to of the southeastern Indiana parish on who persecute you.” “My Journey to God,” The Criterion, July 7.This photograph was taken dur- Beyond his different teaching, how- P.O. Box 1717, Indianapolis, IN 46206 ing his ordination on June 1, 2002.) † John Starkey Pphoto by ever, Jesus saw his death and resurrection or e-mail to [email protected]. † as the beginning of a new and final age Page 16 The Criterion Friday, October 1, 2004

The Active List

The Criterion welcomes announcements of archdiocesan Mount St. Francis Retreat Cen- presenter, 9:30 a.m.-noon, 3 ses- Mercy Providence Retirement Christ the King Church, 1827 Church and parish open-to-the-public activities for “The ter, Floyd County. Charismatic sions, $60, less for seniors. Home, 4915 Charlestown Road, Kessler Blvd., E. Dr., Indiana- Active List.” Please be brief—listing date, location, event, Mass, 7 p.m. Information: 812- Registration: 317-955-6451 or New Albany. Rosary procession polis. Exposition of the Blessed 944-0727. indyprogs@saintmein and celebration of the Year of the Sacrament after 7:15 a.m. Mass- sponsor, cost and time. Include a phone number for verifi- rad.edu. Eucharist, 2 p.m. 5:30 p.m. Benediction and ser- cation. No announcements will be taken by telephone. Our Lady of Mount Carmel vice. Notices must be in our office by 5 p.m. Thursday one week Church, 14598 Oak Ridge Road, St. Francis Hospital Behavioral Monthly in advance of (Friday) publication: The Criterion, The Carmel, Ind. (Diocese of Lafay- Health Services, 650 E. South- First Sundays Holy Rosary Church, 520 Ste- Active List, 1400 N. Meridian St. (hand deliver), P.O. Box ette). Marian Center of Indiana- port Road, Suite C, Indiana- St. Paul Church, 218 Scheller vens St., Indianapolis. Adora- tion of the Blessed Sacrament 1717, Indianapolis, IN 46206 (mail); 317-236-1593 (fax), polis, “The Most Important polis. National Depression Ave., Sellersburg. Prayer group, after 5:45 p.m. Mass-9 a.m. [email protected] (e-mail). Question This Election Will Screening Day, free screenings, 7-8:15 p.m. Information: 812- Saturday. Information: 317-636- Decide,” Father Frank Pavone of 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Information: 317- 246-4555. October 1 Holy Family Parish, 3027 Pearl Staten Island, N.Y., founder and 783-8383. 4478. St. Pius X Church, 7200 Sarto St., Oldenburg. Parish festival, director of Priests for Life, pre- Fatima Knights of Columbus, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Dr., Indianapolis. Catholic 9 a.m.-8 p.m., food. Information: senter, 7 p.m. Information: 317- St. Thomas More Church, 1200 1040 N. Post Road, Indiana- 5333 E. Washington St., Indian- Charismatic Renewal, teaching, 812-934-3013. 888-0873. N. Indiana St., Mooresville. polis. Euchre, 1 p.m. Informa- apolis. Exposition of the Blessed 7 p.m., praise, worship and October 4-5 “Catholics Returning Home” tion: 317-638-8416. MKVS and DM Center, Rexville program, “Reconciliation,” Sacrament, prayer service, Mass. Information: 317-927- Benedict Inn Retreat and Confer- (located on 925 South, .8 mile 7-8:30 p.m. Information: 317- First Mondays 7:30 p.m. 6900. ence Center, 1402 Southern Ave., east of 421 South, 12 miles south 831-4142. Archbishop O’Meara Catholic October 1-3 Beech Grove. Certified Nursing Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., St. Anthony Church, 379 N. of Versailles). Mass, 3:30 p.m., Assistant Retreat, $100 per per- Warman Ave., Indianapolis. Mount Saint Francis Retreat Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Indianapolis. Guardian Angel with Father Elmer Burwinkel, son. Registration: 317-788-7581. Exposition of the Blessed Sacra- Center, Floyd County. Friend’s O’Shaughnessy Dining Room, Guild, board meeting, 9:30 a.m. Information: 812-689-3551 or ment after 5:30 p.m. Mass, hour of Francis Retreat, “We Are St. Mary-of-the-Woods. Edu- e-mail [email protected] October 5 First Tuesdays of silent prayer and reflection God’s Chosen People.” Informa- cational and motivational semi- or log on to Schoenstatt Web site Roncalli High School, 3300 Pra- Divine Mercy Chapel, 3354 W. followed by Benediction of the tion: 812-923-8817. nar on women’s health, at www.seidata.com/~frburwink. gue Road, Indianapolis. Arch- 30th St., Indianapolis. Confes- Blessed Sacrament. 6:30 p.m., $25 per person, diocesan Learning Resources sion, 6:45 p.m., Benediction of October 2 October 4 includes dinner. Information: Advisory Council, “An Evening the Blessed Sacrament for voca- St. Joseph Church, 1375 S. St. Vincent Indianapolis Hospi- Marian College, Marian Hall with the Experts,” information 812-535-3131. tal, 2001 W. 86th St., Indiana- tions, 7:30 p.m. Mickley Ave., Indianapolis. Chapel, 3200 Cold Spring Road, night for parents, teachers and Adoration of the Blessed Sacra- polis. Couple to Couple League, Indianapolis. “The Most students with learning disabili- October 8-10 Natural Family Planning (NFP), Our Lady of Fatima Retreat St. Joseph Church, 2605 St. Joe ment, 4 p.m., rosary, 5 p.m., Important Decision This Election ties, 6-9 p.m. Information: 317- Road W., Sellersburg. Holy Benediction, 5:30 p.m., Mass, 9-11 a.m. Information: 317-865- Will Decide,” Father Frank 236-1430 or e-mail House, 5353 E. 56th St., Indian- apolis. “Living With Two Hands hour for religious vocations, 5:45 p.m. Information: 317-244- 5554. Pavone of Staten Island, N.Y., [email protected]. and Twenty-Four Hours: A Benediction and exposition of 9002. founder and director of Priests Our Lady of the Greenwood Christian Program for Managing the Blessed Sacrament after for Life, presenter, 12:30-1:30 Catholic Youth Organization St. Rita Church, 1733 Dr. An- Church, 335 S. Meridian St., Time and Handling Stress,” Karl 7 p.m. Mass. p.m. Information: 317-955-6131. Center, second-floor classroom, drew J. Brown Ave., Indiana- Greenwood. Spiritual music, A. Schultz, presenter, $150. 580 Stevens St., Indianapolis. polis. Sacred Heart devotion, Danielle Rose, singer, $5 each, Information: 317-545-7681. Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara “The Life and Ministry of Pope 11 a.m., holy hour, 6-7 p.m. $15 family. Information: 317- School, 2801 W. 86th St., Catholic Center, 1400 N. John Paul II: Promoting a Chris- Indianapolis. Indiana Autism Information: 317-632-9349. 888-2861. tian Humanism,” Criterion re- St. Monica Parish, gymnasium, Meridian St., Indianapolis. and Sertoma Club meeting, porter Sean Gallagher, presenter, 6131 N. Michigan Road, Indian- Archdiocesan Office of Family 7-9 p.m., child care provided. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, October 3 session 4 of 8, 6:30-7:45 p.m., apolis. Knights of Columbus Ministries, “Divorce and Information: 317-885-7295. 1530 Union St., Indianapolis. St. Therese of the Infant Jesus sponsored by Holy Rosary benefit for Cardinal Ritter Jr./Sr. Beyond,” six-week series, ses- Adoration of the Blessed Sacra- (Little Flower) Parish, Parish Parish, $5 per session. Informa- High School Scholarship Fund, sion 3, 7-9 p.m., $30 per person. First Fridays ment, 7:30-10:30 a.m. Informa- Center, 4720 E. 13th St., Indian- tion: Servants of the Gospel of “Knight at the Barn Dance,” Information: 317-236-1596 or St. Vincent de Paul Church, 1723 tion: 317-638-5551. apolis. Parish health ministry Life Sister Diane Carollo, 317- 6:30-11 p.m., $15 per person 800-382-9836, ext. 1596. “I” St., Bedford. Exposition of program, “Advance Medical 236-1521 or 800-382-9836, ext. includes dinner. Information: the Blessed Sacrament after Our Lady of Perpetual Help Directives,” 9:30 a.m. Informa- 1521. 317-733-1950. Church, 1752 Scheller Lane, St. Augustine Parish, 315 E. 8:30 a.m. Mass-9 a.m. Sat., rec- tion: 317-357-8352. New Albany. Adoration con- Chestnut St., Jeffersonville. October 7-9 onciliation, Fri. 4-6 p.m., Sat. St. Bridget Church, 404 E. Vine 8-9 a.m., “Children of Hope” cluding with confessions at Christ the King Church, 5884 N. Evening of Reflection for RCIA St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, St., Liberty. Healing Mass, program, holy hour for children. 6 p.m. Benediction, 6:45 p.m. Crittenden Ave., Indianapolis. team members, “Celebrating and 4050 E. 38th St., Indianapolis. 7:30 p.m. Information: 765-825- Information: 812-275-6539. Prayer concert by Michael John Sharing the Gift of Our 7087. Fall rummage sale, Thurs. and St. Joseph Church, 113 S. 5th St., Fri., 8 a.m.-6 p.m., Sat., 8 a.m.- Poirier and eucharistic adoration, Baptism,” $5 per person or $40 Holy Name Church, 89 N. 17th Terre Haute. Eucharistic adora- concert, 6-8 p.m., adoration and per parish group. Information: Oldenburg Franciscan Center, noon, $1 bag day. Information: tion, 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m. Benedic- 317-546-1571. Ave., Beech Grove. Mass, holy hour, 7-8 p.m. Information: 317-236-1483 or 800-382-9836, 22143 Main St., Oldenburg. 8:15 a.m., eucharistic adoration tion, rosary, noon, Mass, 317-257-9218. ext. 1483. “Contemplative Praying of the October 9 following Mass until 5 p.m. 5:15 p.m. Information: 812-235- Rosary,” four sessions, Mother of the Redeemer Farm, Benediction. Information: 317- 4996. 1-2:30 p.m., $30 per person, 8220 W. St. Road 48, Blooming- 784-5454. includes book. Information: 812- First Saturdays ton. Lawrence County Catholic Our Lady of the Greenwood 933-6437 or e-mail center@old St. Peter Church, 1207 East LICENSED LIFE enburgosf.com. Women in Faith Retreat, “Heal- Church, 335 S. Meridian St., ing a Woman’s Heart.” Informa- Road, Brookville. Exposition of Greenwood. Devotions, Mass, October 6-7 tion: 812-275-6539. the Blessed Sacrament after 7:30 a.m., sacrament of reconcil- AGENTS WANTED Cordiafonte House of Prayer, 8 a.m. until Communion service, iation, rosary, meditations fol- 3650 E. 46th St., Indianapolis. Kordes Retreat Center, 841 E. 1 p.m. lowing Mass. “Introduction to Contemplative 14th St., Ferdinand, Ind. Are you a licensed Prayer” series, Wed. (Evansville Diocese). “Sacred Holy Guardian Angels Church, Holy Angels Church, 740 W. 9:30-10:45 a.m. or Thurs. Space Within and Without,” $60 405 U.S. 52, Cedar Grove. 28th St., Indianapolis. Expo- life insurance agent? 7-8:15 p.m. Information: 317- per person. Information: 812- Eucharistic adoration after 8 a.m. sition of the Blessed Sacrament, 543-0154. 367-2777 or 800-880-2777 or Mass-5 p.m. 11 a.m.-noon. e-mail [email protected]. October 7 SS. Francis and Clare Church, St. Therese of the Infant Jesus Are you active St. Michael the Archangel October 10 5901 Olive Branch Road, (Little Flower) Church, Chapel, Parish, 3354 W. 30th St., Indian- St. Mary-of-the-Rock Parish, Greenwood. Mass, 8 a.m., ado- 4720 E. 13th St., Indianapolis. in your parish? apolis. Saint Meinrad School of 17440 St. Mary’s Road, Bates- ration, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., Sacred Apostolate of Fatima holy hour, Theology workshop, “Eastern ville. Turkey Festival, booths, Heart Chaplet, 8:30 a.m., Divine 2 p.m. Christian Spirituality,” Benedic- games, food, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Mercy Chaplet, 3 p.m. Informa- tine Father Matthias Neuman, Information: 812-934-4165. tion: 317-859-4673. St. Anthony Church, 379 N. Do you love your Warman Ave., Indianapolis. Reconciliation, 7:45 a.m., Mass, Catholic faith? 8:15 a.m. followed by rosary.

St. Thomas More Church, 1200 If you answered yes to all of N. Indiana St., Mooresville. ShelbyShelby UpholsteringUpholstering Mass, 8:35 a.m. Information: these questions, you are just 317-831-4142. the individual we are looking for. St. Nicholas Church, 6461 E. Catholic Order of Foresters, a Catholic fraternal benefit & Interiors & Interiors St. Nicholas Dr., Sunman. Mass, society, serving Catholic families since 1883, needs you. praise and worship, 8 a.m., then SACRED gathering in the We offer outstanding products, generous commissions, 30% off school. an excellent bonus program, wonderful incentive trips, Selected Fabric Second Mondays • Custom reupholstery Church at Mount St. Francis. and great people to work with. And we need you, • Custom Window Treatments Holy hour for vocations to to help us grow. • Blinds • Interior Painting priesthood and religious life, • Carpet Sales & Installation 7 p.m. “Our Family’s Business has been a HOUSE- For more information, please call Jay Schenk at HOLD WORD for over 70 years, owned and • Custom wood refinishing Second Tuesdays operated since 1932!” 800-552-0145, ext. 4917. The Quass Grand Kids • Antique restoration St. Pius X Parish, 7200 Sarto Dr., Indianapolis. Support © Catholic Order of Foresters 2004 Check out our website shelbyupholstering.com Group for Separated and Divorced Catholics, 7 p.m. Infor- 1932 Same family third generation. mation: Archdiocesan Office of 355 Shuman Boulevard • PO Box 3012 317-631-8911 1-800-331-7697 Family Ministries, 317-236-1596 Naperville, IL 60566-7012 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1596. www.CatholicForester.com —See ACTIVE LIST, page 17 The Criterion Friday, October 1, 2004 Page 17

Workshop helps parishes and individuals offer post-abortion r econciliation ministry

By Mary Ann Wyand out about the pain of their abortions. life-changing loss for women. Second of two parts Early in her ministry, Thorn began studying the harmful “Recently, I read a medical report that women carry cells physical, mental, emotional and spiritual effects of abortion of every child they have ever conceived in their bodies for Abortion harms women, men, families and even friends on women, men, family members and friends so she could the rest of their lives and they continue to be active cells,” for many years, a nationally known post-abortion reconcilia- better minister to grieving people. Thorn said. “Researchers have found that, even 37 years tion specialist explained, and people often don’t know where “One of the [ministry] pieces that hasn’t been developed later, these cells are still in chemical communication with to turn for help with this disenfranchised grief. yet is the men’s piece,” she said. “It’s very interesting that, the mother’s cells. So the reality is that women who abort Even women who don’t describe themselves as religious even in the pro-life movement, we all bought into the mind- their children never forget them. The pain never goes away. have referred to their abortions as “soul wounds,” explained set that abortion is a women’s issue. There are millions of They are mothers who have lost children in a traumatic fash- Vicki Thorn of Milwaukee, who founded the Church’s men who are affected by abortion and have never been ion, and that doesn’t get erased. There are ripple effects from Project Rachel post-abortion reconciliation ministry in 1984. given permission to grieve for their babies. We really need the abortion for years.” Thorn is the acting director of the pro-life office for the to develop a program for men, perhaps a retreat since most Thorn also is concerned about use of the abortifacient Archdiocese of Milwaukee and has ministered to women men don’t like support groups.” pills called RU-486. experiencing post-abortion trauma for two decades. Thorn said deacons could be trained to help priests with a “Everyone doing post-abortion reconciliation ministry In 1990, she started the National Office of Post-Abortion new post-abortion reconciliation ministry for men. gets phone calls and e-mails from women who have had sur- Reconciliation and Healing, which provides support services Grandparents of aborted children also need help with this gical abortions,” she said. “Now we’re getting calls for help in secular and religious settings. The ministry Web site is type of disenfranchised grief, she said. “There’s still nothing from women who are in the process of having a chemical www.noparh.org. available to help grandparents. They’re so sad and they don’t abortion and want to stop it. They are the saddest phone Thorn will present a Project Rachel training workshop know where to turn for help. Sometimes they know about the calls I’ve ever had because there’s nothing anyone can do to titled “A Cry to Be Whole: Understanding Healing After abortion beforehand and sometimes they don’t find out about stop the [chemical] abortion. And if the chemical abortion Abortion” on Oct. 13 at Saint Meinrad School of Theology’s it until later, and they don’t know who to talk to about it. doesn’t cause a complete miscarriage, the women now have Church Leadership Center in St. Meinrad. Brothers and sisters of the parents of aborted children also to pay for a surgical abortion to prevent bleeding or infec- “There is a book called Soul Wound, which was written need help as well as siblings of aborted children. tion. There are multitudes of potential health problems asso- by a woman who is not practicing any religion,” Thorn said. “Abortion affects every area, every aspect, of a woman’s ciated with abortion, and many women don’t think about the “She is a psychologist and wrote it anonymously about her life, not just in the immediate years but even 20 years later,” risks or aren’t informed about them.” own abortion.” Thorn said. “Whenever TV or radio stations broadcast the For 20 years, Thorn has helped women and families office number, I get calls from elderly women. I’ve talked (For more information about the Project Rachel training affected by abortion begin to address the traumatic loss of with women as old as 94 who have never forgotten their workshop at Saint Meinrad, call 800-730-9910 or 812- their babies, learn how to grieve for their children and find abortion experience. They’re still grieving and haven’t been 357-6599 or log on to [email protected].) † healing in their lives. part of any support group.” Project Rachel is now offered in almost 150 dioceses She cited medical reports linking abortion to breast can- throughout the U.S. cer and infertility, and said scientists have found physical In recent years, she said, women have started speaking evidence that helps explain why abortion is such a profound ATTORNEYS AT LAW The Active List, WOOD, TUOHY, GLEASON, continued from page 16 MERCER & HERRIN, PC Marian Center of Indianapolis, Serving Indiana Families since Litigation 3356 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. “12-Step Spirituality” tapes, 1928, the Indiana Catholic Adoption Dominican Father Emmerich Business and Corporate Vogt, narrator, 7:30 p.m. Infor- Conference since 1969 and Church Law mation: 317-924-3984. the Archdiocese since 1975. Real Estate Second Thursdays Employment Law St. Luke Church, 7575 Holliday General Practice in All Courts. Estate Planning Dr. E., Indianapolis. Holy hour for priestly and religious voca- Nonprofits tions, 7 p.m. William J. Wood, Wills Second Saturdays John L. Mercer, Trusts St. Agnes Parish, Brown County “I feel so blessed to live at John S. (Jay) Mercer, Tax Public Library, Nashville. Todd H. Belanger, Powers of Attorney Brown County Widowed Sup- Marquette Manor where our port Group, 3 p.m. Information chapel is located just downstairs.” Stephen M. Koers, Accidents and Injuries and directions: 812-988-2778 or Jennifer D. McNair, Insurance 812-988-4429. Ellen Kerrigan, Marquette Manor Workers Compensation resident since 1997 Jennifer R. Fitzwater, Third Sundays Daniel S. Tomson Zoning Christ the King Church, 1827 Kessler Blvd., E. Dr., Indiana- Maintaining a spiritual connection is 3400 Bank One Center Tower polis. Exposition of the Blessed so important in retirement. Often OF COUNSEL P.O. Box 44942 Sacrament, 2 p.m.-7 a.m. Mon- James L. Tuohy, Indianapolis, IN 46244-0942 limitations of transportation, illness Phone: 317-636-3551 day, rosary, 8 p.m. Open until John Q. Herrin, Fax: 317-636-6680 midnight. or even weather conditions can keep www.indylegal.com Sue Tuohy MacGill Email: [email protected] Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, you from being active in the church. Church of the Immaculate Con- ception, St. Mary-of-the- At Marquette Manor, residents are Woods. Mass, 10 a.m., sign- able to attend mass and communion interpreted. services throughout the week in the Third Mondays St. Matthew Parish, 4100 E. 56th chapel located on site. St., Indianapolis. Young Widowed Group, sponsored by Services are available for residents in all areas of Marquette archdiocesan Office of Family Manor from Independent and Assisted Living to the Health Ministries, 7:30 p.m. Informa- tion: 317-236-1596 or 800-382- Care Center. For Ellen, living at Marquette Manor means the 9836, ext. 1596. convenience of having everything under one roof, including her Third Tuesdays church. St. Francis Medical Clinic, 110 N. 17th Ave., Suite 300, Beech “It’s a comforting feeling to know I can visit the chapel any Grove. Chronic pain support group, 7-8 p.m. Information: time, day or night, and spend time in prayer with the Lord in 317-831-1177. the Blessed Sacrament.” Third Wednesdays Holy Name Church, 89 N. 17th Call Pam at (317) 471-4254 for more information, and Ave., Beech Grove. Holy hour to arrange for a tour of our lovely community. and rosary, 6 p.m. Information: 317-784-5454. Independent Living, Assisted Living, Health Care Center

St. Jude Church, 5353 McFar- Please send me information about quality retirement at Marquette Manor at no obligation. land Road, Indianapolis. Name Rosary, 6:15 p.m. Information: 317-783-1445. Address City State Zip Phone( ) Archbishop O’Meara Catholic ❑ ❑ ❑ Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Age Single Married Widowed Indianapolis. Catholic Widowed Mail to: Organization, 7-9:30 p.m. Infor- Marquette Manor • 8140 Township Line Road • Indianapolis, IN 46260 mation: 317-784-1102. Or call (317) 471-4254 Retirement Living, Inc., owner. A not-for-profit organization. Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, 435 Managed by Life Care Services LLC Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Mass, A Commitment to Excellence 30191 2 p.m. † Page 18 The Criterion Friday, October 1, 2004

St. Jude, Indianapolis, Sept. 24. WERNER, Mary Grace, 73, Wife of Robert Volpp. Mother St. Joseph, St. Leon, Sept. 3. of Janet McBeath, Chris and Mother of Wendy Good, RELIC Harry Volpp. Sister of Mary Paulette Fette, Charles, Chris, continued from page 1 Doug, Justin and Steve Werner. Rest in peace Catterson, Donna Cothran and “bodies or portions of the bodies of the saints after death Sister of John and Roger Huber. Tom McClain. Grandmother of [first-class relics], clothing or articles they used in life [sec- Grandmother of 15. Great- Please submit in writing to our Mother of Mary Harmon, seven. Great-grandmother of ond-class relics], or articles such as bits of cloth that have office by 10 a.m. Thursday Kathleen Miltz, Eileen Tucker, grandmother of eight. one. touched their remains or tombs [third-class relics]. They before the week of publication; Ann Ritzman, Jim, Joe and WHITE, Bill, 65, St. Michael, be sure to state date of death. Tom Hammond. WALKE, Betty J., 81, may not be bought or sold.” Bradford, Sept. 15. Husband of Obituaries of archdiocesan The encyclopedia notes that relics of martyrs are placed LaROSA, Salvatore M., 94, St. Louis, Batesville, Sept. 23. Nancy White. Father of priests serving our archdiocese St. Barnabas, Indianapolis, Stepmother of Carol Baker, in the altar stone when an altar is consecrated in a church. are listed elsewhere in The Danielle Armstrong, Holly, “The common belief that graces could be obtained Sept. 19. Father of Josephine Joan Dwenger, Cheryl Danny and Joe White. Brother Criterion. Order priests and Ann Beck-Jennings, Antoinette through relics is mentioned by the Church Fathers of the Frensemeier, Janet Maple and of Alice, Joyce, Lee Ann, religious sisters and brothers Connolly, Frances Klene, Mary fourth and fifth centuries,” the encyclopedia explains. “By Steve Walke. Grandmother of Wanda and Darrell White. are included here, unless they Louise Morrison, Joseph, the 10th century, relics were placed in shrines and in reli- are natives of the archdiocese Michael, Paul and Salvatore 19. Great-grandmother of six. Grandfather of three. † quaries of churches which became centers of pilgrimages. or have other connections to it; LaRosa. Brother of Frances Present regulations governing the veneration of relics are those are separate obituaries Kellermeyer Mulholland. Providence Sister Patricia Monahan contained in Canon #1190.” on this page. Grandfather of 26. Great-grand- ministered in special education SS. Francis and Clare Parish was founded in 1993 in BOWER, Anthony Donald, father of 27. northwest Johnson County and now has more than 46, St. Gabriel, Indianapolis, MILLER, James Robert, 87, Providence Sister Patricia at Northern Illinois University 800 households. Father Lampert said the parish membership Sept. 18. Son of John and St. Lawrence, Indianapolis, Monahan, also known as Sister in De Kalb, Ill., as assistant Pauline (Hertel) Bower. Brother has grown by 18 percent in the last year and doubled in size Sept. 18. Husband of Cleora Mary Petra, died on Sept. 6 in professor in the undergraduate of Patricia Lloyd, Elizabeth since 2000. (Rennier) Miller. Father of Mother Theodore Hall at Saint program, director of special Kyle, Leslie Summers, John Jr., He will lead 64 members of the parish on a pilgrimage to Cynthia Baden, Roberta Bush, Mary-of-the-Woods. She was 74. education and academic adviser Italy from Nov. 3-13. Ronald and Thomas Bower. Maureen Kocher, Terri, Bob, The Mass of Christian of special education. “We’ll be starting in Venice and going to Padua, COWDEN, Maryrose L., 78, Dennis and Tim Miller. Grand- Burial was celebrated on In the archdiocese, she St. Michael, Indianapolis, father of 14. Great-grandfather Sept. 9 in the Church of the taught at St. Philip Neri School Florence, Assisi and Rome,” Father Lampert said. “Having Sept. 12. Wife of Lewis of one. Immaculate Conception at the in Indianapolis from 1950-51. the relic now means people will be able to view it before the Cowden. Mother of Linda MILLER, Sue Ann (Loyal), motherhouse. Burial followed Sister Patricia also taught at pilgrimage. I think when we arrive in Assisi it might give Burnside, Becky Mangum and 64, St. Barnabas, Indianapolis, in the sisters’ cemetery. St. Rose School in Vincennes, people a stronger feel for the place.” Jim Cowden. Sister of Rea Sept. 21. Mother of Dawn Lane The former Patricia Anne Ind., in the Evansville Diocese, He said the relic will be presented to the parish for dis- Barth. Grandmother of eight. and Michelle Raczkowski. Monahan was born on Sept. 1, from 1951-55, before teaching play in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel during a Mass on Great-grandmother of two. Sister of Eileen Redmeier and 1930, in Chicago. in California for four years and Oct. 3, which celebrates St. Francis’ feast day on Oct. 4. The DANT, Irene L. (Johnson), Charles Loyal. Grandmother of She entered the congregation ministering in various capaci- observance includes blessings of pets after Mass. 84, Our Lady of the Green- three. of the Sisters of Providence on ties in Illinois for 40 years. “The relic is a wonderful gift for Bob to make to the wood, Greenwood, Aug. 20. Feb. 2, 1948, and professed Surviving are two sisters, parish,” Father Lampert said. “I’ve known him since I was NAVARRO, Luz Capuli, 83, first vows on Aug. 15, 1950, Margaret Coughlin of Wife of Clyde Dant. Mother of Christ the King, Indianapolis, the pro-life director [of the archdiocesan Office of Pro-Life Raymond and Robert Johnson. and final vows on Aug. 15, Grayslake, Ill., and Joanne Sept. 15. Mother of Errol and Activities from 1996-99]. He served as a member of the Stepmother of Patricia 1955. Fjare of St. Cloud, Minn., as Walter Navarro. Grandmother Heatherly, Hazel Matlock and Sister Patricia taught in well as several nieces and [archdiocesan] Pro-Life Activities Advisory Board for of four. Virgil Dant. Grandmother of schools staffed by the Sisters of nephews. 16 years. It was a pleasant surprise when he called me out 18. Great-grandmother of 23. OAKLEY, Harold L., 82, Providence in Indiana, Illinois Memorial contributions may of the blue and said this is what I would like to do for your St. Mary, Greensburg, Sept. 14. and California. be sent to the Sisters of deHEBREARD, Jerome P., 76, parish.” Husband of Esther (Vanderbur) During 56 years in the order, Providence, Saint Mary-of-the- St. Agnes, Nashville, Sept. 16. Father Lampert said “a lot of new Catholics may not Oakley. Father of Leann, James Sister Patricia ministered in Woods, St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Husband of Beatrice (O’Brien) have a good understanding of the Church’s history with and William Oakley. Brother of special education for 27 years IN 47876. † deHebreard. Father of Michelle relics so this gift might be a good teaching moment.” Vivian Fischmer, Dyar and Alting, Annmarie Thomas, SS. Francis and Clare parishioners can thank Benedictine Kenneth Oakley. Grandfather of Dennis and Mark deHebreard. Benedictine Brother Ivo Staples was Archabbot Lambert Reilly of Saint Meinrad Archabbey for three. Brother of Lorraine Schroeder. Alerding’s gift because the monk advised him to give the Grandfather of six. Great-grand- PATTERSON, Lloyd Dale, 61, a monk at Saint Meinrad Archabbey relic to the Indianapolis South Deanery parish. father of two. St. Bernadette, Indianapolis, “David and Mary Frances [Fox] knew of my love of Sept. 18. Husband of Carolyn Benedictine Brother Ivo on March 21, 1973. GEAHAN, Mary B., 80, (Koors) Patterson. Father of Staples, a monk of Saint Brother Ivo carried out a St. Francis and his life,” Alerding said. “Being a Third St. Pius X, Indianapolis, Tama Lawrence, Lloyd Daniel Meinrad Archabbey, died on variety of assignments within Order Franciscan, I have tried to live a life of Christ through Aug. 28. Wife of Robert and Lloyd Randolph Patterson. Sept. 26 at the monastery. He the monastery. He served as the manner of St. Francis of Assisi. I had their gift in my Geahan. Mother of Katie Bryce, Grandfather of seven. Great- was 74. assistant tailor, house brother home all these years, but lately it seemed to me that it Susan Hilleary, Tim and Tom grandfather of two. The Mass of Christian and kitchen staff member. should be someplace where many people could venerate it. Geahan. Sister of Raymonde Burial was celebrated on After the opening of the RAHMOELLER, William While I was trying to make up my mind, my good friend Zobel. Grandmother of eight. Sept. 29 in the Archabbey Archabbey Guest House, Lee, 57, St. Monica, Indian- Archabbot Lambert was visiting me and I asked him about Great-grandmother of two. Church. Burial followed in the Brother Ivo served on the guest apolis, July 23. Husband of it. He said, ‘Robert, there is no question. That relic must go (correction) monks’ cemetery. house staff for a number of Kathy Presnell. Father of Brian, to SS. Francis and Clare Parish.’ I had the parish at the top GRANT, Julia (Hunter), 80, A jubilarian of profession, years. Randy and Troy Pressnell. Holy Angels, Indianapolis, Brother Ivo suffered for a num- Brothe Ivo also served as of my list anyway because the story of the friendship of Sept. 10. Mother of Jacqueline Grandfather of two. ber of years from complications a personal valet for three Francis and Clare is so beautiful.” † Whitley and Robert Hunter. ROYSE, Roger W., 69, associated with serious diabetic abbots. Sister of Betty Mitchell and St. Joseph, Corydon, Sept. 9. and heart conditions. His most enduring assign- This first-class relic of Annie Lou Woods. Grand- Husband of Laura (Sibert) The former Herbert Joseph ment was as assistant to the St. Francis of Assisi comes with mother of six. Great-grand- Royse. Father of Holly Glordan Staples was born on Jan. 9, infirmarian, a position he held documentation in Latin. The doc- mother of nine. Great-great- and Lou Anne Royse. Brother 1930, in Washington, D.C. for many years. ument verifies that the relic is grandmother of two. of Frederick Royse. Grand- In 1945, after completing his For four years, in the midst Wyand MaryPhoto by Ann “from the bone” of the popular father of four. elementary education in HAMMETT, James Phillip, of his infirmary assignment, he saint. “You can imagine what a Washington, he enrolled in 76, Nativity, Indianapolis, SMITH, Joseph Lee, 58, lived with and cared for his St. Placid Hall, Saint Meinrad’s precious relic that is of one of Sept. 12. Father of Sally St. Monica, Indianapolis, aged mother in Arlington, Va., house of formation for brother our greatest saints, Francis of Dorsett, Jane, Robert and Sept. 20. Husband of Maureen until her death in 1981. candidates. Assisi,” St. Matthew parishioner Thomas Hammett. (Shea) Smith. Father of Christie Memorial contributions He was invested as a novice may be sent to the Order of Robert J. Alerding explained HAMMOND, Dorothy F. Goheen, Anthony and Kerry Smith. Grandfather of one. in 1947 and professed his sim- St. Benedict, Saint Meinrad when he gave the sacred relic to (Ready), 78, Our Lady of ple vows on Feb. 12, 1948. He Archabbey, 100 Hill Dr., SS. Francis and Clare of Assisi Lourdes, Indianapolis, Aug. 25. VOLPP, Joyce Ann, 72, solemnized his perpetual vows St. Meinrad, IN 47577. † Parish in September. A-1 Glass Block, Inc. Replacement TRI-COUNTY Basement ASPHALT Windows Paving Indiana Since 1948 Installed With Air Vents CALL FOR YOUR FREE ESTIMATES Mention • ASPHALT DRIVEWAYS The Criterion • SEALCOATING Receive 10% Off PATRON SAINT STATUETTES 90 Different Statues • Magnificently Detailed 10-year limited warranty Discounts for Senior Citizens 2¼”TALL – SILVERPLATED . . . $12.95 each Fully insured and non-profit organizations 3½”TALL (new) – PEWTER . . . $21.95 each Licensed contractor Hours: Monday thru Friday — 9:30 to 5:30 Distributor For Call for free CALL: 317-849-9901 Saturday — 9:30 to 5:00 estimates 317-356-1334 Krieg Bros. 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