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Archdiocesan Youth pledge to ‘be a light for others’ Youth Council chairperson Petula By Mary Ann Wyand participate in a Mass celebrated by Jesuit Fernandez, a Father Joseph Folzenlogen, evangelization member of More than 450 teen-agers from central coordinator for the archdiocese. St. Joseph Parish and southern Indiana pledged to “be a Workshops included “Daily Doses of in Universal, leads light for others” during the Archdiocesan Prayer,” “Listen to Your Heart,” “Carrying 475 teen-agers and Youth Conference on Feb. 3-4 in a Catholic Candle” and “Let Your Light adults in a prayer Indianapolis. Shine for All.” before lunch on “Carry Your Candle—Go Light the For Archdiocesan Youth Council chair- Feb. 3. It is called World” was the conference theme. Youth person Petula Fernandez of St. Joseph the “Superman from all 11 deaneries in the archdiocese Parish in Universal, the conference was a Prayer” because and also from the Lafayette Diocese were culmination of months of planning and the words are sung entertained and challenged by keynote preparation by youth council members, to the music from speaker Mike Patin of New Orleans, a other teen-agers, youth ministry coordina- the “Superman” nationally known youth minister and tors and the staff of the archdiocesan theme song. comedian. Office for Youth and Family Ministries. They also had an opportunity to talk “The keynote by Mike [Patin] was not with Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein only inspirational, it also challenged us to

during his annual Youth Forum, and to See YOUTH, page 7 Wyand MaryPhoto by Ann

The Church in Cuba 2000 Called to Archdiocese begins partnership with Cuba Serve appeal Editor’s note: This is the start of an At left, a Cuban close to goal occasional series called “Stewards boy holds a Abroad” that will look at the mission- picture of Pope By Greg Otolski ary efforts of the Archdiocese of John Paul II Indianapolis throughout the world. while awaiting As the 2000 Called to Serve: Parish the start of class Stewardship and United Catholic Appeal enters its final phase, 95 percent of the By Mary Ann Wyand outside the diocesan house $4.8 million goal, or nearly $4.6 million, First of two parts in La Merced, has been raised. Sometimes the call to Christian stew- Camagüey. Joseph S. Therber, secretary for stew- ardship has far-reaching implications. ardship and development for the archdio- For a group of St. Barnabas parish- cese, said he’s ioners in Indianapolis, the call to be confident that the stewards abroad and help the people of goal will be Cuba resulted in a pilot program with reached and likely CALLEDTO Catholic Relief surpassed as the Services to establish a SERVE final phase of the partnership between appeal is com- the Archdiocese of pleted over the next eight weeks. Indianapolis and the Therber said even more people are tak- Stewards Archdiocese of ing part in this campaign than the 1999 Abroad Camagüey. Below, during the appeal, which raised a record $4.78 mil- Plans for C.U.B.A. revolution, these lion. As of Feb. 2, 40 percent of the 2000, which stands for human relics 75,000 pledge cards sent to parishioners “Community Under- were disturbed had been returned, compared with 37 per- standing by Action,” date back to July in their tombs in cent a year ago. 1999 at the southside parish. the catacombs “This increase in participation is the After visiting Cuba, St. Barnabas below the Church primary goal of stewardship renewal— parishioner Kathy Cook shared stories of La Merced bringing more Catholics to a deeper

about the medical and nutritional needs Wessler Michele Photos by in Camagüey. awareness and sharing of their God-given of the Cuban people, who have lived in a blessings,” Therber said. “We are confi- communist country for 40 years. Father cese and two Catholic Relief Services dent that many more parishioners will be J. Joseph McNally, pastor, encouraged a staff members from Baltimore traveled to generous to their parishes and to the group of interested parishioners to pur- Camagüey and Havana to complete pre- shared ministries and home missions of sue this mission effort. liminary arrangements for the diocesan our archdiocese in the coming weeks.” Pope John Paul II’s pastoral visit to twinning program. See UCA, page 8 Cuba in 1998 helped smooth Church Representing the archdiocese on the relations with the Cuban government Dec. 7-14 trip were Thomas Gaybrick, so that a humanitarian project like archdiocesan secretary for Catholic C.U.B.A. 2000 could become a reality. Charities and Family Ministries; Sister The mission effort officially got Demetria Smith, a Missionary Sister of under way late last year when a five- Our Lady of Africa and mission educator member delegation from the archdio- See CUBA, page 2 Religious of the archdiocese honored for their service By Jennifer Del Vechio and Paul Cathedral in Indianapolis. “This is a day of renewal and you get to St. Joseph Sister Victoria Therese had see so many friends,” said Sister Victoria. One nun with a jubilant smile, another tears in her eyes when she told the story The day, initiated by Pope John Paul II with tears of joy, said giving their life to of how she was called to be a nun and five years ago, is meant to honor all those the Lord is about gratitude. then how it became a reality. who have taken vows to the consecrated “This is a time of being very grateful Her father was ill and she had been tak- life. for 50 years of good health and working ing care of him when her sister told her she While many said they were thankful with other people and serving other peo- would “care for dad,” and then “I could for their role, Archbishop Buechlein said ple,” said Franciscan Sister Ruth Mary enter,” said Sister Victoria, who teaches at the Church was also grateful to them. Forthofer, who stood holding the certifi- Roncalli High School in Indianapolis. “You are God’s gift to us, our Church cate given to her by Archbishop Daniel Having a day set aside to acknowledge and to you,” he said. M. Buechlein during the World Day for their vows and service to the Church is The archbishop said consecrated reli- Consecrated Life on Feb. 4 at SS. Peter important, the sisters said. See RELIGIOUS, page 8 Page 2 The Criterion Friday, February 9, 2001 CUBA continued from page 1 for the archdiocesan Mission Office; and C.U.B.A. 2000 volunteers Michele Wessler of St. Barnabas Parish in Indianapolis, Pete Cava of St. Luke Parish in Indianapolis and Nick Runnebohm of St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Shelbyville. Thomas Garofalo, the Cuba program director for CRS, and Christopher Arthen, who helps coordinate the international relief agency’s Global Solidarity Partnership, are facilitating the pilot pro- gram and traveled with the delegation to Cuba. Arthen said their visit with Archbishop Adolfo C. Rodríguez Herrera and Caritas Camagüey director Tito Mario Gonzalez resulted in a proposal to develop a sports program and a job-skills training program for youth “within the activities of the Caritas Infancia project as a way to pro- Above, residents play mote the social agenda of the local dominoes at the newly Church.” refurbished Padre Olallo Caritas’ Infancia project is “a diverse Home for the Elderly at program that supports children with the Plaza of San Juan Down syndrome and diabetes, sports de Dios. activities, the development of job skills, and arts, music and theater activities,” Arthen said. “Caritas’ added value lies in institutional integrity. Communities know This statue of the Blessed Mother in the their assistance will be delivered honestly Cathedral of Nuestra Señora del Carmel in if they work with Caritas.” Camagüey, Cuba, was destroyed during the Arthen said Gonzalez “made it clear communist revolution. that when the idea of a partnership was first broached, he did not want a one- with their deep, sincere faith in the midst sided transfer of material resources. He of religious oppression,” she said. “Indi- said he would like for the people of the viduals or families open their homes, Archdiocese of Indianapolis to have an allowing seminarians to gather the chil- understanding of Caritas and its work in dren for religious instructions. These Cuba. He said that, while not develop- same persons receive the people of the ment experts, Caritas staff members have village into their homes for the celebra- learned by serving those most at risk.” At right, restoration tion of the Mass. Gonzalez also discussed “the work at the Cathedral of “This is a people who truly live out the extremely challenging circumstances con- Santa Ana in Camagüey Gospel mandate to share what you have fronted by Caritas,” Arthen said, “particu- is being completed by with those who have need,” Sister larly due to the country’s plummeting volunteer laborers. Demetria said. “This is demonstrated in economic prospects brought on by the After Pope John Paul II’s many ways, such as washing laundry for cessation of Soviet support in the early visit to Cuba in 1998, the elderly, and feeding the elderly and 1990s.” the Church received the homeless every Sunday morning in The Cuban people are very proud, and permission from the the parish dining room in which the Gonzalez told the delegation that the only government to restore priests take their meal. The poor are the way to truly understand the Cuban reality some damaged first to be served.” is to live in the country. He said he hopes churches. Wessler Michele Photos by St. Vincent de Paul parishioner Nick the diocesan partnership will involve con- Runnebohm, who visited Guatemala on veying this reality to Catholics in central ized, Gaybrick said, Archbishop Daniel tion by nationalizing 50 Catholic schools a Catholic Relief Services mission trip and southern Indiana. M. Buechlein and Archbishop Rodríguez and six Catholic homes for the elderly, last year, said he is meeting with Father “Members of the Indianapolis delega- Herrera are expected to maintain ongoing closing churches and chapels, and Paul Landwerlen, the pastor, and the tion responded by emphasizing the two- communications between the two arch- expelling priests and religious. pastoral council members at the way nature of a true partnership,” dioceses. With only one priest for every 50,000 Shelbyville parish to determine the Arthen said, “and said that already they Archbishop Rodríguez told delegation Catholics, limited religious education is extent of their future involvement in the had gained some ideas about the deliv- members that, after 40 years of commu- provided by seminarians and lay cate- C.U.B.A. 2000 project. ery of social services strongly linked to nism, the Church in Cuba faces three chists. “I was impressed by the caring nature spiritual growth and formation. They major challenges—inability to adequately Since the pope’s visit three years ago, of the Cuban people and how they man- also spoke of their increased apprecia- address the pastoral needs of the faithful, the Cuban government has relaxed some age to maintain their faith after 40 years tion for the deep faith that informs widespread ignorance of the faithful restrictions on practicing the faith, and of communism,” Runnebohm said. “They Caritas’ work and how that example can about basic tenets of the Church, and more Cuban Catholics now attend Mass, have a great sense of community and a lot be an inspiration.” deterioration or destruction of church participate in the sacraments and study of caring among themselves. I appreciated As secretary for Catholic Charities in buildings. Church teachings. the opportunity to see how the people in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, The archbishop said 36 churches have Archbishop Rodríguez said the papal Cuba live, and to try to see what we can Thomas Gaybrick said that he saw edu- been lost or rendered unusable since the visit brought hope to the people and bol- share with them and what we can learn cation—helping Catholics in revolution and for many years, because of stered the morale of the clergy. from them. Indianapolis understand their obligations fear of persecution, Cuban Catholics had As mission educator for the Arch- “We got to see several programs that as Catholics and understand the Church to practice their faith privately in homes. diocese of Indianapolis, Sister Demetria Caritas administers in Havana,” he said. “At in Cuba—as one of the primary goals of Archbishop Rodríguez said the Cuban Smith said she was encouraged by the the day care center, the kids were clean, the partnership. government persecuted the Church in the deep faith evident in the Cuban people, well taken care of and happy even though After plans for C.U.B.A. 2000 are final- years immediately following the revolu- even after so many years of living in a the surroundings were very austere. They communist country. didn’t have much of anything, but that “The people of Cuba overwhelmed me See CUBA, page 3 The Criterion (ISSN 0574- 4350) is published weekly except the last week of The December and the first Join Us For A Criterion 2/9/01 week of January. Moving? 1400 N. Meridian St. St. Valentine’s Day Mass Box 1717 at We’ll be there waiting if you give us two weeks’ Indianapolis, IN 46206-1717 advance notice! 317-236-1570 Our Lady of Peace Mausoleum Chapel 800-382-9836 ext. 1570 Wednesday, February 14th Name [email protected] Periodical Postage Paid at New Address______6:00 p.m. Indianapolis, IN. City ______Copyright © 2000 Criterion Celebrant: Rev Patrick Click, Associate Pastor State/Zip ______Press, Inc. 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By Jennifer Del Vechio founding Talbot House, a residential min- Throughout his home are pictures of istry for men trying to overcome alco- them on their wedding day. He’s dressed At the request of a nun, Bob Alerding holism. in his military uniform and they are smil- wrote out his job description years ago. The list is even more extensive with his ing and laughing. “I wrote, ‘Robert J. Alerding, Job numerous awards, including the 1998 The two met in Virginia when he was Description: to do those things that are Archbishop Edward T. O’Meara Respect stationed in the Army as a first lieutenant. passed over by others.’ Life Award, and other posts as a board In those days, the military would bring “Later, I told a Benedictine priest my member for various Catholic agencies and women into the camp for dances, but offi- job description and he said, ‘with that job charities. cers weren’t allowed to mingle. description you’ll never run out of work.’” But ask Alerding about it all and he’ll “The girls came in and I saw the most Indeed, when you mention Alerding, a say, “remember I’m just passing through.” beautiful girl I’d ever seen in my life, she member of St. Matthew Parish in Alerding is also passing into a new was just that lovely,” Alerding said. Indianapolis, everyone knows him from phase of his life. From there he walked past her and some work he’s done. The parish honored His vision is deteriorating and he could asked for her phone number since he his 42 years of service and dedication on go blind. Already, he’s had to resign cer- wasn’t supposed to stop and talk. Feb. 3 with a celebration dinner. tain duties on certain boards and his vol- Two months later, he called her and Photo by Jennifer Del Vechio Del Jennifer Photo by “I think the real importance is to find unteer work at St. Matthew’s, where he is after a year they were married. Robert Alerding, posing with a picture of their opportunities to deepen one’s faith by a charter member, has ceased. His only regret is that “sometimes wedding day, lost his wife after 18 years of finding appropriate ways to express it,” No longer does he open the church for when I look at my children and grandchil- marriage and raised their seven children alone. said Father Donald Schmidlin, pastor of daily Mass, set up for the weekend Masses dren now, I wish Margie could have seen St. Matthew Parish. “That involves not or help with weddings and funerals. them,” Alerding said. just believing, not just praying and study, The change also means moving to When asked how he got through those uncle, Herman Joseph Alerding, was the but it always involves Christian service Marquette Manor in Indianapolis, where years of raising the children by himself, bishop of Fort Wayne. and Bob Alerding has been a real exam- he is a member of the board of directors. Alerding said he based his life on faith. After the Army, he began a career as ple of Christian service.” Alerding knows exactly what to do The first thing he did was forgive the an accountant for Insley Manufacturing Father Schmidlin mentioned how about the changes. doctors. Corp. in Indianapolis, retiring in 1985 as Alerding was at the church for all wed- “My first act every morning is to thank “That was something I had to do,” he vice president of finance. ding rehearsals and ceremonies and all God I had 80 years of good vision,” he said. “I never had any anger. I always But Alerding never retired from having funerals. said. “I’m offering it up.” thank God for helping us.” a job, and began to increase his volunteer Others mention his involvement in the For a man whose last name in German Alerding grew up in St. Philip Neri activities. His failing eyesight hasn’t Knights of Columbus, Secular supposedly means, “all good things,” Parish and in 1990 the parish school rec- slowed him down too much. Franciscans and Serra International. Then Alerding always tries to find the good ognized him as a distinguished alumnus As he looks back over his life and all there’s his work with various St. Vincent things, even in tragedy. and honored him for service on the school that’s happened, Alerding said he knows Hospital committees and boards, helping In 1963, his wife, Margaret “Margie” foundation board of directors. one thing for certain. the Little Sisters of the Poor raise funds Hicks, died from complications from He said his parents were “very prayer- “Prayer is very powerful and I can prove for the relocation of St. Augustine Home surgery. They had seven children; the ful,” and he had aunts and uncles who it with my own life,” he said. “Prayer gets for the Aged to West 86th Street or co- youngest was 2 years old. were either nuns or priests. His great you through what you need to do.” †

C.U.B.A. 2000 since 1999, and said the CUBA Holy Spirit has moved this project for- continued from page 2 ward in unexpected ways, transforming it from simply a parish twinning relation- didn’t keep them from enjoying life and ship to a partnership between archdioce- being close to each other. I noticed the ses facilitated by Catholic Relief same sort of attitude at the Down syndrome Services. program. The staff seemed to be extremely “When we visited one of the small caring of the kids and their parents. A lot of church communities in Camagüey, the what they were doing was making the par- seminarian was there teaching the chil- ents feel better about their children and dren, and several of the children had about themselves.” already received rosaries that we brought At St. Luke Parish, Pete Cava has with us,” Wessler said. “The Cuban peo- assisted Father Daniel J. Mahan, the pas- ple are very proud, and it’s within their tor, and other parishioners with assistance culture to give the best that they have to to Caritas Cuba in Havana since the mid- you. It was very humbling. 1990s and has visited the Caribbean “On Saturday morning [Dec. 9] in country several times. Camagüey, we were warned that it was a “The Cuban people are oppressed for National Day of Defense,” she said. Photo by Michele Wessler Michele Photo by their beliefs, yet their faith is so strong,” “The air raid siren went off at 6 a.m. Members of the C.U.B.A. 2000 delegation pose for a photograph after meeting with the papal nuncio, Cava said. and lasted for Bishop Luis Robles, in Havanna. They are (from left) Sister Demetria Smith, mission educator for the “There isn’t a 10 minutes, archdiocese; Thomas Gaybrick, archdiocesan secretary for Catholic Charities and Family Ministries; day that goes then went off Bishop Robles; Thomas Garofalo, the Cuba program director for Catholic Relief Services; St. Barnabas by that I don’t again in a parishioner Michele Wessler of Indianapolis; Christopher Arthen, who helps coordinate the interna- think about the half hour. An tional relief agency’s Global Solidarity Partnership; and St. Vincent de Paul parishioner Nick Cuban people.” announce- Runnebohm of Shelbyville. St. Barnabas ment was parishioner broadcast that The Americans are coming!’ The words was beautiful.” Michele repeated the were translated for us as we sat and ate Wessler has words, ‘The breakfast with the people. They looked (Catholic Relief Services staff member been involved Americans at us and smiled and opened their hands Christopher Arthen assisted with this in plans for are coming! and said, ‘The Americans are here.’ It story.) †

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Seeking the Face of the Lord Official Weekly Newspaper of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein, O.S.B. Rev. Msgr. Raymond T. Bosler TheCriterion 1915 - 1994 Criterion Founding Editor Most Rev. Daniel M. Buechlein, O.S.B., Publisher William R. Bruns, Executive Editor Greg A. Otolski, Managing Editor John F. Fink, Editor Emeritus Ritter students Editorial find Lectio helpful prayer form President’s plan for sh Wednesday arrives at the Through Lectio I have been able to faith-based aid programs end of this month, and it’s not make sense of some of the things that too early to start planning how are uncertain in my life, and it has Ato make Lent 2001 a truly spir- helped me to make difficult decisions e applaud—but cautiously— help is not to make converts to itual experience. One of the best through God’s will.” President Bush’s plans to Catholicism but solely to provide the Lenten resolutions is to dedicate our- A young man writes: “I am an 18- Wdirect more federal money to human services required. selves to extra prayer. The following year-old senior, and unfortunately my religious groups that provide social ser- An objection has been raised that, excerpts from letters I received from hectic schedule can easily wear me vices to the needy. We also approve— although more federal funds would not seniors at Cardinal Ritter High down. Praying is sometimes the only with less caution—his proposal to give go directly to religious activities, they School in Indianapolis suggest one way I can relieve myself of some of a tax credit for charitable donations to would make it possible for religious way to do so. the stress that I face as a normal teen- the 70 percent of Americans who cur- organizations to modify their budgets. “I am a senior at Cardinal Ritter ager growing up. Most of my prayers rently can’t deduct their contributions They could decrease the money in the High School. … [M]y wonderful consisted of simply speaking to God because they don’t itemize their tax budget now going toward social ser- theology teacher is Sister Nicolette or attending Mass on Sunday. Then returns. vices, thus increasing the money avail- Etienne, O.S.B. We have been study- Sister Nicolette approached our class To take the latter proposal first, it able for religious activities. That objec- seems obvious that people would con- tion, however, assumes that the amount ing about creating a Christian regarding a form of prayer known as tribute more to charities, including their of social services to be provided would lifestyle. The most appealing chapter Lectio Divina. It seemed appealing church, if they would get a credit or a remain the same. Surely the regulations to me is the ordained ministry. In all from the start. I took the opportunity deduction for their contribution when that would come down with the money forms of Christian lifestyle, prayer to try and relate Scripture to my own filing their tax returns. But besides that, would prevent that from happening. formation has been the foundation. life. Not only that, but it was a it would allow all taxpayers to get the Why are we cautious regarding the Sister Nicolette has encouraged our refreshing break in the middle of my benefit that the 30 percent who itemize president’s proposal? It’s those class in prayer. She introduced us to crazy day.” already receive. unknown regulations that would come an old Benedictine form of prayer. I Not all Ritter seniors are Catholic. The more controversial proposal down with the money. Would federal am sure a Benedictine like yourself “Although I am not Catholic, Lectio concerns the granting of federal money come with strings attached that is not unfamiliar with Lectio Divina. Divina has still helped me become a money to religious organizations. It would make it more difficult for We were taught of the techniques of better Christian … I can say that at was, naturally, immediately opposed Catholic organizations to perform their lectio, meditatio, oratio, and contem- least 85 percent of us have taken a by those who fear (or proclaim that work the way they know from experi- platio.” lot away from doing this. I believe they fear) a breach in the separation of ence that it should be done? There’s no The young man is right, Lectio is that having this special prayer time church and state. indication now that that would happen, quite familiar to me. Translated liter- could help others increase their President Bush had an immediate but that’s the point. We don’t know ally from the Latin, Lectio Divina faith, while becoming better answer for that. The government, he what restrictions or requirements might means Divine Reading. Lectio (read- acquainted with the Bible. I just said, “cannot fund and will not fund be added by the time the proposals get ing), meditatio (meditation or reflec- wanted to inform you of this won- religious activities. But when people through Congress. tion), oratio (prayer) and contempla- derful experience that I have been of religious faith provide social ser- There should be no onerous regula- vices, we will not discriminate against tions. The Catholic Church has a long tio (contemplation) describe the way lucky enough to be part of.” them.” history of responsibly using federal one prays with the Word of God. Another non-Catholic student said No religious organization provides funds for humanitarian purposes, from Another student tells how they do he was glad they have the weekly more social services than the Catholic Catholic Charities to Catholic Relief it: “Every Friday we are given the prayer because he doesn’t attend any Church. It has always followed Jesus’ Services to Catholic hospitals and uni- upcoming Sunday Gospel. Sister church. Only one student said: “I words, “What you do to the least of my versities, to housing and feeding the Nicolette reads the Gospel to us three must regretfully say, that Lectio brethren you do unto me.” Catholic poor, to helping students with special times during a 20-minute period. Divina doesn’t really affect me in a Charities in every diocese in this coun- needs. The government recognizes that During the time of silence we are spiritual way. I was open to doing it, try serves the poor, and a primary mis- the Church can often do a better job of asked to write various words and and I tried it, but I just don’t like it as sion of Catholic Relief Services is to accomplishing human services objectives phrases from the reading that speak to much as my more simple way of care for the poorest of the poor through- than its secular counterparts can do. us. After we have written the words prayer, but ‘to each his own,’ right?” out the world. Certainly there is much more that or phrases down, we reflect on the Right. There are many methods of It’s also true that no religious organi- the Church could be doing in the way words. We then write what we feel personal prayer, and no one method zation knows better than the Catholic of social services if it had more God is saying to us through the suits everyone. Just keep on praying! Church how to separate its work for the resources that could be devoted to that Scriptures. Sister Nicolette made The Catholic students remarked poor from proselytizing. Catholic orga- purpose. President Bush is right in say- Lectio Divina journals for us. We that the Friday Lectio helped them nizations do not serve only Catholics. ing that religious organizations should keep our reflections in our journals. participate better at Sunday Mass, The religious affiliation of those served not be discriminated against when it For me Lectio is a time to sit and especially paying attention to the is never a factor in whether, or how, the comes to receiving and using federal Catholic Church will serve them. Its funds that have been appropriated for meditate on God’s Word. It is the Gospel. More than one student com- objective in helping those who need social services. most peaceful time of the week.” mented that he or she would continue — John F. Fink A young woman writes: “After two this form of prayer after graduation. or three weeks of doing Lectio Divina Several said they hope Lectio Divina every Friday, I began to see what sort will continue to be part of the theol- of impact it can have on your prayer ogy class in the future. life and especially on your relation- “I consider myself fortunate to ship with God and the Church. attend a Catholic school where Through Lectio Divina I have learned Catholic values are held to the most how the Gospels pertain to me and importance. Thanks for all you do for my life. After becoming experienced us,” one student wrote. with Lectio, it gets easier and easier I was pleased to read many kind Published weekly except the last week of December and the first week of January. Mailing to see how Jesus wants me to live my words of appreciation for our mission Address: 1400 N. Meridian Street, Box 1717, Indianapolis, IN 46206-1717. 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Buscando la Cara del Señor Letters to the Editor Arzobispo Daniel M. Buechlein, O.S.B. Response: It is certainly true that the What pro-life really Church has a “consistent ethic of life” means that sees abortion, euthanasia, assisted suicide, capital punishment and other life Re: “Pro-life curriculum is taught all issues as all “of a piece.” But it is not Los estudiantes year at St. Bartholomew” (The accurate to say that “capital punishment is Criterion, Jan. 26) no different from abortion or euthanasia.” The ambitious, commendable pro-life Because of the Church’s position on curriculum lacks balance. Capital pun- this topic, Catholics cannot simply pick de Ritter encuentran ishment is no different from abortion or and choose which life issue they want to euthanasia. Many who put a great deal support and which they wish to ignore. of energy into anti-abortion teaching Catholics support all life issues. need to assess what “pro-life” really The late Cardinal Joseph Bernardin como una forma útil means. There are no gradual degrees in spoke of this consistent ethic of life as a being and in teaching a “pro-life” phi- “seamless garment.” However, the losophy. Church also acknowledges that abortion Putting an end to the death penalty in claims a priority among all life issues. de oración la Lectio America should have as much focus as Cardinal Bernardin himself acknowl- abortion has for individuals and groups edged this priority before an annual who call themselves “pro-life.” There meeting of the U.S. bishops’ conference. l miércoles de ceniza llega finales podido encontrar sentido en algunas cosas are no conditions; all life is sacred. Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein has de este mes, y no es demasiado inciertas en mi vida, y me ha ayudado a Children need to know as much about also been very clear about this priority temprano para planificar cómo tomar decisiones muy difíciles siguiendo the death penalty and its societal conse- in both his preaching and his teaching Ehacer de la Cuaresma 2001 una la voluntad de Dios”. quences as the curriculum designers (e.g., see “Seeking the Face of the experiencia realmente espiritual. Una de Un joven escribe “Estoy en el último have put into their “pro-life/anti-abor- Lord,” The Criterion, Sept. 29, 2000, las mejores resoluciones cuaresmales es año y tengo 18 años, y desafortunada- tion” teaching. and Jan. 19, 2001). dedicarnos a la oración adicional. Los mente mi loco horario me puede agotar. And, with all due respect to Lourdes — WRB siguientes extractos de las cartas que Algunas veces rezar es la única manera Padilla and Mary Parks, who ordained recibí de los estudiantes en el último año de aliviarme de un poco del estrés que Our Lady of Guadalupe “the patroness en Cardinal Ritter High School en encaro como cualquier adolescente en of the unborn” and when? Aborted fetus is also Indianápolis sugieren una manera de hac- crecimiento. La mayoría de mis oraciones Teachers must give attention to accu- murder victim erla. simplemente consisten en hablar con Dios rate historical and anthropological infor- “Estoy en el último año en Cardinal o ir a la Misa los Domingos. Después, la mation. To call the ancient Aztec culture On ABC’s “The Week” on Jan. 28, Ritter High School. … Mi maravillosa Hermana Nicolette plateó a la clase una “a culture of death” is to twist and skew Cokie Roberts said that she does not maestra de teología es la Hermana forma de oración conocida como la Lectio what is known about that culture to understand why it is OK to use an organ Nicolette Etienne, O.S.B. Hemos estado Divina. Me pareció atractiva desde el serve the storyteller’s own purposes. donation from a murder victim and not estudiando cómo crear un estilo de vida comienzo. Tuve la oportunidad de tratar Above all, we must be responsible edu- OK to use the fetal tissue from an aborted cristiano. Para mí el capítulo más de relacionar la Escritura a mi propia cators, no matter what our own “cause” fetus. Even in her confusion, she recog- atrayente es el ministerio ordenado. En vida. No sólo eso, pero fue un descanso may be. Teaching must always have nizes that an “aborted fetus” is a murder todas las formas del estilo de vida cris- refrescante en el medio de mi loco día”. integrity. victim. tiano, la base ha sido la formación de la No todos los estudiantes del último año Christine Lemley, Columbus Jan Caito, Indianapolis oración. La Hermana Nicolette ha ani- en Ritter son Católicos. “Aunque no soy mado a nuestra clase por medio de la Católico, la Lectio Divina me ha ayudado oración. Ella nos presentó una vieja forma a convertirme en un mejor cristiano... Sólo Research for the Church/James D. Davidson de oración Benedictina. Estoy seguro que puedo decir que por lo menor un 85 por un Benedictino como usted es familiar ciento de nosotros hemos tomado mucho con la Lectio Divina. Se nos enseñó las al realizar esto. Creo que tener este técnicas de la lectio, meditatio, oratio y momento especial de oración puede ayudar The laity is distinguishing contemplatio”. a otros a aumentar su fe, mientras conocen El joven tiene razón. Para mí, la Lectio mejor la Biblia. Sólo quería informarle de between core and periphery es bastante familiar. La traducción literal esta maravillosa experiencia de la cual del Latín de Lectio Divina es Lectura afortunadamente he tomado parte”. Since Vatican II (1962-65), Catholics to teachings that are grounded in the Divina. Lectio (lectura), meditatio (med- Otro estudiante no católico dijo que have lived through a period of rapid Nicene Creed and Church’s social teach- itación o reflexión), oratio (oración) y estaba contento de tener una oración sem- change. Many tradi- ings. These include doctrines such as contemplatio (contemplación) describen anal ya que el no va a ninguna iglesia. tional Church teach- Incarnation; Resurrection; Mary as the el modo por que uno reza con la Palabra Sólo un estudiante dijo “Lamento decir ings have remained Mother of God; Trinity; Christ’s Real de Dios. que la Lectio Divina no me afecta de largely unchanged, Presence in the Eucharist; and the need Otro estudiante explica cómo lo hacen: manera espiritual. Estuve abierto a hac- but some have to love one’s neighbor, especially the “Los viernes se nos da el Evangelio para erla, traté, pero simplemente no me gusta changed quite dra- poor. el domingo venidero. La Hermana más que mi manera simple de oración, matically. Many new All three studies indicate that over Nicolette nos lee el Evangelio tres veces pero ‘a cada uno lo suyo’ ¿verdad?” ideas have been three-quarters of Catholics believe these durante un plazo de 20 minutos. Durante Verdad. Existen muchos métodos de authorized by the are core Church teachings. These beliefs el tiempo de silencio, se nos pide escribir oración personal, y un método no le sirve Church; others have are at the top of Catholics’ hierarchy of varias palabras y frases de la lectura que a todos. ¡Sólo sigue orando! emerged that are not truth. There is another set of beliefs and nos conmueve. Tras haber escrito las pal- Los estudiantes católicos mencionaron consistent with official Church teach- practices that some Catholics consider abras o frases, reflexionamos sobre las que la Lectio los viernes les ayudaban a ings. important but others do not. This cluster palabras. Luego escribimos lo que Dios participar mejor en la Misa Dominical, As Catholics try to make sense of this includes the Church’s opposition to está diciendo por medio de las Escrituras. especialmente prestar atención al vast array of beliefs and practices, they abortion; the need for a pope; the need La Hermana Nicolette nos hizo diarios de Evangelio. Más de un estudiante comentó are assigning more importance to some to donate time or money to help the Lectio Divina. Guardamos nuestras reflex- que él / ella continuaría con esta forma de than others. They are deciding that some parish; belief that Christ established the iones en nuestros diarios. Para mí la oración después de graduarse. Varios estu- matters are central to the faith. They authority of the bishops by choosing Lectio es una oportunidad para sentarme y diantes dijeron que esperan que la Lectio have differing opinions about other Peter; and devotions to the saints. For meditar la palabra de Dios. Es el Divina continúe siendo parte de la clase beliefs and practices. They also are every person who attaches importance to momento más tranquilo de la semana”. de teología en el futuro. deciding that some teachings are not each of these ideas, there is another one Una jovencita escribe: “Tras dos o tres “Me considero afortunado de asistir a essential to being a good Catholic. In who does not. semanas de hacer la Lectio Divina los una colegio católicos en el cual los valores short, they are differentiating between Toward the bottom of the laity’s hier- viernes, pude ver que tipo de impacto católicos son sostenidos con la mayor what they think is at the core of the archy of truth is another set of beliefs puede tener en la vida de oración y en importancia. Gracias por todo lo que hacen Catholic faith and what they think is on and practices that a majority of laypeo- especial en la relación con Dios y la por nosotros” escribió un estudiante. the periphery. ple considers optional. This list includes Iglesia. Por medio de la Lectio Divina he Estoy muy complacido de leer tantas Three recent studies indicate what the obligation to attend Mass weekly; aprendido lo que los Evangelios tienen palabras amables de apreciación por nues- Catholics consider to be the core and private confession with a priest; the que ver conmigo y con mi vida. Después tra misión en la educación católica. Fui what they consider to be more periph- need to agree with the Church’s opposi- de tener más experiencia con la Lectio,se conmovido por la profundidad espiritual eral. One is the 1995 national study that tion to the death penalty; celibacy hace cada vez más fácil ver cómo Jesús que encontré en muchas de las cartas. formed the basis of The Search for among priests; the need to marry in the quiere que yo viva mi vida y cómo Dios ¡Felicitaciones estudiantes del último Common Ground, which I co-authored Church; belief that only men can be quiere que yo construya su reino. año! † with several colleagues. Another is a priests; and the need to support unions. Asombrosamente he encontrado inconta- national study of 20-39-year-old Whether we like the fact that laypeo- bles conexiones entre las enseñanzas de Traducido por: Language Training Catholics, which is the basis of a forth- ple are distinguishing between the core Jesús y mi vida. A través de la Lectio he Center, Indianapolis coming book Young Adult Catholics by and the periphery, and whether we agree Dean Hoge, William Dinges, Mary with what they consider core and Johnson and Juan Gonzales. The third is peripheral, it is important to recognize La intención del Arzobispo Buechlein para vocaciones en febrero a 1999 national survey that is the basis that they are engaged in this process. It Adultos jóvenes: que se den cuenta de la importancia de su presencia en nues- of American Catholics, my forthcoming is a fact of life in today’s Church. tras parroquias y tengan la generosidad y el valor de considerar el servicio en book with William D’Antonio, Dean la iglesia, especialmente como sacerdotes y religiosos. Hoge and Katherine Meyer. (James D. Davidson is Distinguished All three studies indicate that Visiting Professor at the University of Catholics attach the greatest importance Dayton from January to May 2001.) † Page 6 The Criterion Friday, February 9, 2001

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St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis is A reception to honor Mary Jaffe for her in need of volunteers in several different 25 years of teaching at St. Barnabas School areas. Hours can be flexible to meet indi- in Indianapolis will be held from 1 p.m. to vidual needs. People are needed as 3 p.m. on Feb. 11 in the St. Barnabas greeters and guides on weekdays and School cafeteria. Everyone is invited. hosts and hostesses for the critical care lounge on weekdays, evenings and week- An information session for people inter- ends. Hosts and hostesses help families ested in a nursing degree will be held on get acclimated to the lounge. Clerical help Feb. 21 at 6 p.m. at the Ruth Lilly Student is needed on weekdays, and outpatient Center on the campus of Marian College in surgery volunteers to transport patients, Indianapolis. For more information, call make beds and stock shelves are needed 317-955-6130. on weekdays. For more information, call Barbara Hittle at 317-338-2268. Fatima Retreat House in Indianapolis is

offering a women’s Lenten retreat, Submitted photo There will be Adoration of the “Seeking the Gift of Simplicity,” from Blessed Sacrament from 12:30 p.m. to March 9-11 with Father Larry Voelker and Computing 7 p.m. every Friday during Lent at the Franciscan Sister Norma Rocklage. The Blessed Sacrament Chapel in SS. Peter & retreat will focus on ways of integrating the Rachel Werner, an eighth-grader at St. Mary School in Aurora, uses one of the new computers Paul Cathedral, 1347 N. Meridian St., in gift of simplicity in our chaotic lives and of purchased through a grant from the Rising Sun Regions Foundation. The grant paid for eight Indianapolis. Benediction and Stations of letting go of the “fake idols” which keep us computers and printers for each classroom in the school. the Cross will follow the adoration time. from centering our lives on God. The cost is $125 and includes meals, program and Cathedral High School in Indianapolis accommodations. For more information, tion will follow in the Archbishop O’Meara A free information session on parish is hosting 2001 Space Odyssey from call 317-545-7681. Catholic Center Assembly Hall. For more nursing will be held from 6:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Feb. 23 at the high information, call 317-826-6000, ext. 225. 8:30 p.m. on Feb. 20 and from 9:30 a.m. to school. The event will allow patrons to A men’s Lenten retreat, “Four Stops on 11:30 a.m. on Feb. 24 at Marian College in view items that will be sold in the Sham- the Journey to God,” will be held from The Benedict Inn Retreat and Indianapolis. For more information, call rauction, which begins at 5 p.m. on Feb. March 2-4 at Fatima Retreat House in Conference Center in Beech Grove will 317-955-6132. 24 at the high school. The grand buffet is Indianapolis. Father William Simmons will host an “Ash Wednesday Retreat” with at 6 p.m. with the oral auction beginning use stories and parables from Scripture to Benedictine Sisters Juliann Babcock and A workshop on “Making and Using at 8 p.m. The cost for the 2001 Sham- talk about the stops made on our spiritual Carol Falkner on Feb. 28 from 8:30 a.m. to Compost” will be held from 9 a.m. to rauction is $125 per person. For more journey that deepen our understanding and 4:30 p.m. Another retreat on the same day noon on March 3 at the White Violet information, call 317-542-1481. appreciation of our adult religions faith. The and at the same times, “Introduction to Center for Eco-Justice at Saint Mary-of- cost is $125, which includes program, Centering Prayer,” will also be offered. the-Woods College in Terre Haute. The The New Albany Deanery will present meals and accommodations. For more For information about either retreat, call cost is $25. For more information, call 812- “Choosing Sexual Abstinence” with Ellen information, call 317-545-7681. 317-788-7581. 535-3791. Marie Fuchsel at 7 p.m. on Feb. 13 at the Our Lady of Providence High School The Catholic Scouting Awards The Benedict Inn Retreat and A charismatic retreat, “Jesus: The Son Activities Center. Fuchsel, the founder of Ceremony will be held at 3 p.m. on Feb. 11 Conference Center in Beech Grove will of Man,” will be offered on March 9-11 at Youth Support, will speak to parents and at SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral in offer yoga classes beginning on Feb. 19 the Mount St. Francis Retreat Center in teens for the first hour and then to parents Indianapolis. Archbishop Daniel M. from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For registration Mount St. Francis. Franciscan Father Leo for 30 minutes. The students will break into Buechlein will recognize about 450 information, call 317-788-7581. Kennedy will present the retreat, which smaller groups separately. For more infor- Brownies, Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts and Boy will touch upon the meaning Jesus had mation, call 812-945-0354. Scouts representing 40 parishes. A recep- A program highlighting an Indianapolis when he used the term “Son of Man,” and businessman’s involvement in the Civil how to apply it to our daily lives. The cost War will be held at 2 p.m. on Feb. 17 at is $90 for individuals or $160 for couples. the Indiana War Memorial Building, 431 N. For more information, call 812-923-8817. Meridian St., in Indianapolis. The program Do you know if you have is based on the recently published book The Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College Soldiering with Sherman: The Civil War Student Art Exhibit will be open for view- Letters of George F. Cram. ing until Feb. 16. It is open to the public. † OSTEOPOROSIS? Former math teacher at Brebeuf Physician specialists in the field of Jesuit is named school’s principal Osteoporosis at Indiana University are looking By Jennifer Del Vechio areas we need to work on.” for volunteers to participate in research studies Skafish joined the faculty at Brebeuf in A former math teacher is the new prin- 1990 as a math teacher, followed by six for new treatment options. cipal at Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School years in the guidance office and two years in Indianapolis. as academic assistant principal. Linda Skafish was As the new principal, she said one goal To Qualify: 1. Female and 45 years or older appointed as the is to “support quality teaching because 2. At least one year postmenopausal school’s new principal that is what the heart of a school is all this year. She had been about.” serving as interim Skafish earned her bachelor’s and mas- • Free study related care including: principal since last ter’s degrees in education from Purdue § Free lab work July. University. A resident of Zionsville, she is “I want to make married to Dr. Peter Skafish. They have § Free bone density measurement sure we stay on track two children, Peter and Elizabeth. § Free spine x-ray and maintain our excellence,” said She said she is enjoying her new job § Skafish. “I want us to continue to do well because “it’s such a great school and it’s Free consult with a physician what we are already doing and to identify hard not to like it.” † § Free transportation available • Compensated if accepted into a study Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School honors distinguished alumni Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School in Brebeuf Jesuit Preparatory School grad- Indianapolis hosted its first Alumni uate many receive. It is named after Awards Gala on Feb. 7. McCashland, a former president of Nearly 5,000 students have graduated Brebeuf who retired after serving 34 from the private Catholic school since years on the faculty. the first class graduation in 1966, but Five other students received the the school has never honored former Father J. Paul O’Brien, S.J., (OBIE) graduates. Alumni Service Award. The award rec- The gala, expected to be an annual ognizes individuals for their long-term, event, was held at the River Walk, for- unselfish service to the school. merly The Crystal Yacht Club, in Broad OBIE Award recipients were Colleen Ripple. Brown, a member of the Class of 1982; Indiana Sen. J. Murray Clark, a 1975 Stuart Countryman, Leo Stenz and graduate of Brebeuf, and recent William Wicher, all from the Class of Call the Osteoporosis Nurses for more information: Republican candidate for lieutenant gov- 1966, and Rich DeCamp, a member of ernor, was honored as the inaugural the Class of 1967. Annette at 274-0945 or Connie at 274-8431 recipient of the Fred McCashland The inaugural gala also featured din- Outstanding Alumnus Award. ner, music by the Carl Stories Band and The award is the highest honor that a dancing. † The Criterion Friday, February 9, 2001 Page 7

why the Church does not ordain women, YOUTH why the Church prohibits the use of con- continued from page 1 traceptives, why the death penalty is wrong, why it is important to be con- take what we received home with us and firmed and how pledges to the United actually use it,” Petula said. “I hope every- Catholic Appeal and Legacy of Hope one at the conference is able to take that from Generation to Generation help candle that is inside of them and reflect it parishes as well as home missions and in those dark, hard-to-see places that they social services. may find. If all 475 Catholic youth [and “You’ve asked some really important adults at the conference] do that, can you questions, which tells me that your faith is imagine how bright Indiana will be?” important to you or you wouldn’t bother to The conference began on an upbeat note ask,” he said. “What I would urge you to with a humorous presentation of the popu- do is to share that sense of importance of lar CBS show “Late Night with David your faith. Don’t be embarrassed to live Letterman”—including a funny “Man on your faith. Don’t be embarrassed to talk the Street” video filmed in Broad Ripple— about it. Share your faith with your peers. by youth from the New Albany Deanery. That’s how you’re going to carry the light. Our Lady of Perpetual Help parishioner And keep asking those questions. We’ll try A. J. Cronin of New Albany impersonated to carry the light to you as well.” Indiana’s own David Letterman, and During his homily at the Mass, Father St. Augustine parishioner Keith Harbeson Folzenlogen reminded the teen-agers that, of Jeffersonville was in costume at a key- “Evangelism is telling the word of God, board as musician Paul Shaffer. being the word of God and doing the “Letterman’s” list of “Top 10 Ways to word of God. Jesus is inviting us to be in Light Your World as a Youth in the a partnership with him. We are to be peo- Archdiocese of Indianapolis” included: ple who light the world, and it is a part- • No. 9. Follow the Golden Rule. nership that is built on a relationship of • No. 7. Hug the person next to you. friendship. Jesus wants followers who • No. 5. Be like Jesus to other people. lead, who have gifts and talents and aren’t • No. 3. Forgive someone who needs for- afraid to use them.” giveness. Wyand MaryPhoto by Ann Scecina Memorial High School junior • And the No. 1 way to “light your world Keynote presenter Mike Patin of New Orleans challenges youth to seek the light of Christ and reflect it Stephanie Murphy of St. Philip Neri as a youth from the archdiocese” was to to others during a song at the Archdiocesan Youth Conference on Feb. 4 in Indianapolis. Parish in Indianapolis has attended sev- “take what you get from the conference eral Archdiocesan Youth Conferences. and share it with others.” commitments is how we grow in charac- school,” he told the youth, who responded “I loved the conference,” Stephanie Keynote speaker Mike Patin encouraged ter and how we light the world. It just with cheers. “I’m a little worn down. said. “I’m a past attendee, and I kind of the youth to practice “the three Ps of takes a little bit of soul and a little bit of Nobody spoke English. I learned a lot and compared last year to this year. The prayer, peers and personal” by praying goal.” I have a lot to learn.” keynote speaker was really, really awe- more often, attending church, supporting When Patin asked how many teen- The archbishop said he decided to some. I laughed so hard. The dance was peers and family, and working on personal agers were confirmed during the archdio- study Spanish because “there’s been an fun, and I met a lot of new people. I’m growth in order to be a light to others. cese’s Jubilee Mass at the RCA Dome in enormous migration of Spanish-speaking looking forward to NCYC [the National “Finding light is a daily job,” Patin Indianapolis last September, about three- members of our Catholic community” to Catholic Youth Conference in Indian- said. “Jesus said, ‘I am the light of the fourths of the youth held up their hands. the archdiocese. apolis this December]. world.’ We need to find the light because “That’s great,” he said. “Welcome to “If I am to be the pastor of all the folks “I thought the [conference] theme was it’s a weird world. It’s tough out there. the community.” in central and southern Indiana, and there kind of cool because last year’s theme The devil wants to break us up because During his annual Youth Forum, are a large number of people who don’t was ‘Choose the Road Less Traveled,’ ” we’re the body of Christ—you and me Archbishop Buechlein told the teen-agers speak our language, I need to do what I she said. “This year was a continuation of hooked up to one another and to God. about his experiences in Guadalajara, can to help make them feel welcome and last year, and I thought it was neat.” Jesus tells us to ‘lean on me,’ to ‘call on Mexico, in January, where he studied to be able to try to help with their needs,” Stephanie said she is going to “be a your brother if you need a friend.’ We all Spanish and learned about the Hispanic he said. “I learned a lot, not just lan- light to others” by making people feel need somebody to lean on to keep the and Latino cultures. guage-wise. The Church means a lot to more welcome at school and by trying to commitments real. Making and keeping “I’ve just returned from a month of the people, and they share a wonderful get more teen-agers to go to church. experience of family.” “The conference helped me feel closer Archbishop Buechlein also told the to God,” she said. “I got a chance to be in youth “the cardinal archbishop of an area with a whole bunch of other peo- Indiana Catholic Conference hosts Guadalajara has agreed to send two of his ple who are very, very enthusiastic about priests as missionaries to come and help their faith, and it kind of gave me a jump Mass and lunch for legislators us with the immigrant population start and made me think about my own throughout our archdiocese.” faith and what I can do to improve it and By Margaret Nelson ICC board member Dr. Thomas Broden Fielding a variety of questions from what things I dislike and what I can keep of South Bend—read the psalm. Sheila the teen-agers, the archbishop explained the same.” † For the fifth year, the Indiana Catholic Klinker, the representative from Lafayette Conference (ICC) hosted a Mass and lun- for 19 years, ministered as cantor during cheon for Catholics who serve the Indiana the Mass. legislature. Father Thomas Murphy, pastor of Bishop Daniel R. Jenky, a Holy Cross St. John, who was once a legislator him- priest and auxiliary for the Fort Wayne- self, proclaimed the Gospel. Reps. Claire South Bend Diocese, presided at the Jan. Leuck and Robert Bischoff presented the 31 Mass at St. John the Evangelist gifts to the bishop during the offertory. Church in Indianapolis. Leuck, from Fowler, has served for 15 In his homily, Bishop Jenky talked years; Bischoff, from Lawrenceburg, for about how people tend to pigeonhole oth- 24 years, including service in the Senate. ers the way bystanders did when Jesus Asked how his faith influences his ser- was curing the sick. vice to the public, Bauer said, “I went to “Even the Lord, in his hometown, was Catholic schools all my life. I spent my This Ad Is in a category,” he said. adult life teaching in public schools.” “God’s plan for us—his vision for us— He explained that this helps him to may be richer than what others might understand both public and private educa- Camera Ready! have in mind for us or what we may have tional systems. in mind for ourselves. “I believe that everyone should remem- “Let us, at this Eucharist, believe in ber that we’re put here for a purpose,” he God’s vision of our lives and not let anyone said. “Any responsibility given us is given Indiana State Parks else keep us from achieving what God has by God,” echoing the theme of the homily. called us to do,” said Bishop Jenky. The ICC is an advocate of life, con- According to ICC executive director science, education and welfare issues in 4883 M. Desmond Ryan, 22 percent of Indiana the legislature. Bishops and lay represen- legislators are Catholic. Two men, state tatives of all Indiana dioceses form the 3x6 Reps. Patrick Bauer of South Bend and ICC board, with Indianapolis Archbishop Chester Dobis of Merrillville, have served Daniel M. Buechlein as general chair. The Neg continuously for 31 years. John Day of conference joins with 5,000 Indiana Indianapolis has been a state representa- parishioners to form the Indiana Catholic Rop Color tive for 25 years. Action Network. Rep. Mary Kay Budak of LaPorte, who has served the House for 21 years, pro- (Margaret Nelson is a member of claimed the first reading. One of the new St. Andrew the Apostle Parish in Indian- senators, John Broden—the son of past apolis.) † Advertise in The Criterion! Indiana’s Largest Weekly Newspaper Page 8 The Criterion Friday, February 9, 2001

Franciscan Sister Marilynn Hofer gives UCA a hug to another sis- continued from page 1 ter during the Mass Of the $4.8 million goal, 71 percent, or $3.42 million, for the World Day for will go to fund a number of shared ministries and 29 per- Consecrated Life on cent, or $1.38 million, will be used to help home mis- Feb. 4 at SS. Peter sions. and Paul Cathedral in Home missions are needy parishes and elementary Indianapolis. Sister schools, mostly in rural areas and center-city Marilynn, among Indianapolis, that would be unable to continue without others, was honored the support of the entire archdiocese. for her 50 years of Shared ministries are the ministries that don’t have a service as a nun. specific parish, but require the support of all parishes. Examples of shared ministries include the social service programs operated by Catholic Charities, educational support for the archdiocese’s 22 seminarians, care for 29 retired clergy, evangelization programs and Catholic education, which includes support for the six archdioce- san high schools, special religious education programs, Catholic Youth Organization and Newman Centers in the archdiocese. †

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Henn, Indianapolis, IN 46244-0942 (2 blocks South of Monument Circle, across from Nordstrom - Circle Centre) Sue Tuohy MacGill 317-636-3551 317-638-3416 1-800-428-3767 The Criterion Friday, February 9, 2001 Page 9 A papal kiss for their baby inspires Martinsville couple By Jennifer Del Vechio hold the Holy Father in esteem,” Stephanie said. “They say, ‘this is a really They call it a once-in-a-lifetime kiss. holy man.’ It happened in Rome on a sunny day “This has given us an opportunity to when Pope John Paul II was touring evangelize the world,” she said. “It gives St. Peter’s Square in his “popemobile.” us a good opportunity to tell people about Stephanie Luke was holding her the Church and the Legionaries of Christ.” 3-month-old baby boy, Louis, over the Someone at work told her husband, guardrail hoping a security guard would David, that the pope is just an old man. take him to the pope. David was able to talk about the pope “When the guard took him, the look on and explain the papacy and why it was so my face, I wanted to pass out,” she said. important to them that the pope blessed “It’s just a really special blessing to have their baby, Stephanie said. him kissed by the pope. Since the pope kissed their baby, the “Every time I think about it, it almost Lukes have been teased about whether makes me cry,” she said. “This is Christ’s they have washed their baby, and what vicar on earth, and he took my baby and they will do with the clothes he was wear- touched him and kissed him.” ing. David and Stephanie Luke’s good for- They’ve also been asked to give a pre- tune happened when they took their seven sentation about their travels to Rome at children from Martinsville to Rome for 7 p.m. Feb. 15 at St. Martin of Tours the closing of the holy doors during the Church in Martinsville. Jubilee Year. The trip hasn’t dimmed in their mem- On Jan. 3, they were at the pope’s ory and their children are still talking weekly audience in St. Peter’s Square about it. when the pope kissed their baby. Stephen, 10, said having his brother The trip was also meaningful because kissed by the pope was “kind of like a two of their other two sons, Robert, 8, and dream, then after it worked out I found

Michael, 6, received their first out it wasn’t a dream.” Submitted photo Communion the next day from the He said seeing Rome was “moving,” Pope John Paul II kisses Louis Luke, the son of Stephanie and David Luke of Martinsville, during founder of the Legionaries of Christ. and that having his brother kissed by the their visit to Rome in January. The Lukes, members of St. Martin of Tours Parish in Martinsville, said “You don’t go over thinking your baby pope helps him understand his faith bet- the trip was a double blessing because of the Jubilee graces and having their son kissed and will be kissed and blessed by the pope,” ter. blessed by the pope. Stephanie said. “This is a once-in-a-life- “It shows that my little brother got time experience.” kissed by the pope and that this guy isn’t “It just revitalized my commitment to The pope’s kiss is also inspiring others The experience is allowing the Lukes, make-believe,” Stephen said. “This is a my prayer life and revitalized my need to as people request copies of the picture of who are members of St. Martin of Tours real guy.” keep working and helping to spread the their son with the pope. Parish in Martinsville, to evangelize. The blessing has also helped the entire kingdom,” Stephanie said. “When you hear “It’s neat that it affects other people “Even if you aren’t Catholic, many still family. the Holy Father’s addresses, you realize too,” she said. you need to be Christ to the world.” And they plan to keep on praying But with seven children keeping her about their family. Bishops to consult with busy, Stephanie said she began to feel she “There’s a big reason [Louis] was should just stay home and be a hermit. kissed by the Holy Father,” Stephanie “Now, it’s like OK, I need to keep said. “Now we will just have to wait and women in top diocesan posts plugging along,” she said. see what God has planned.” † WASHINGTON (CNS)—The U.S. provides grants to programs aimed at bishops’ Committee on Women in enhancing understanding of American Society and in the Church will consult religion and encouraging the vitality of with more than 100 women who religious institutions. hold leadership positions in dioceses Archbishop Vlazny then asked every around the country March 11-13 in U.S. bishop to nominate three women Chicago. who hold leadership positions in his dio- Information The invitation-only consultation will cese or archdiocese and to name at least have both “an inward focus and an out- one who represented an ethnic minority. ward focus,” said Sheila Garcia, assistant The bishops responded with 378 names you can use director of the bishops’ Secretariat for from 128 dioceses, with the women Family, Laity, Women and Youth, who is holding positions that included chancel- organizing the meeting. lor, schools superintendent, director of Archdiocesan The women, nominated by their bish- finance, newspaper editor, pro-life and ops, will attend workshops on such family life directors, and director of Directory and Yearbook “inward” issues as justice in the work- adult faith formation. 2001 place, recruitment and the implications The response, Garcia said, “was far of working with fewer priests, but also more than we expected” and showed will share their views on “outward” top- “how interested the bishops are in this • Lists all archdiocesan administrative ics such as evangelization of younger issue.” agencies and offices, parishes, schools, women, ways to bring about unity in the Each of those 378 women then Archdiocesan and service institutions. Directory and Yearbook Church and the impact of violence and received a survey asking her about posi- 2001 economic injustice on women. tive and negative experiences as a • Gives weekend Mass schedules for Suzanne Magnant, chancellor and sec- woman in Church leadership, what helps every parish. retary for lay ministry and pastoral ser- or hinders women’s voices in Church vices for the Archdiocese of Indian- decision-making, experiences with men- • Includes biographies and photographs apolis, will attend the meeting. toring or being mentored, and support of pastoral leaders and specific infor- Ideas generated at the meeting on the systems. mation about women and men reli- latter topics will be passed along to the Results of the 233 surveys that were gious. appropriate committees of the bishops’ returned are being compiled by Dean • Chronicles historical events concerning conference, Garcia said. Hoge of the Life Cycle Institute at The Archbishop John G. Vlazny of Catholic University of America in the Church in central and southern Portland, Ore., current chairman of the Washington, and will be released before Indiana committee on women, and two past the March consultation, Garcia said. • Indispensable for anyone needing to chairmen—Auxiliary Bishop John C. Because of funding considerations, know the who, what, where, when, Dunne of Rockville Centre, N.Y., and only one woman from each diocese was why, and how of the Archdiocese of Bishop Joseph L. Imesch of Joliet, Ill.— invited to the consultation, Garcia said. Archdiocese Indianapolis. of Indianapolis will participate in a panel discussion But the group reflects a good cross-sec- about their own experiences working tion of women in diocesan leadership with women in the Church. positions today, she added. Order your copies today. The consultation is a continuation of Most of the women are in the 50-60 the committee’s work on their 1994 doc- age range, and 40 percent are women ument, “Strengthening the Bonds of religious. About 5 percent of the partici- Please send _____ copies of the Archdiocesan Directory and Yearbook at Peace: A Pastoral Reflection on Women pants are African-American, and about $20.00 per copy, plus $3.50 shipping and handling. in the Church and in Society” and 1998’s 6 percent are Hispanic. “From Words to Deeds: Continuing In addition to the workshops, the con- Name ______Reflections on the Role of Women in the sultation will feature keynote talks by Address______Church,” Garcia said. Dolores Leckey, former executive direc- City/State/Zip ______The real planning for the meeting tor of the Secretariat for Family, Laity, began after Garcia obtained a nearly Women and Youth; Leodia Gooch, pro- Enclosed is my check in the amount of $______. Or charge my: ❏ Visa ❏MasterCard $50,000 grant for it in late 1999 from the gram coordinator for the Archdiocese of Account No. ______Exp. Date ______Signature______Louisville Institute. St. Louis; Brother Loughlan Sofield, a Make check payableto: Criterion Press, Inc. Funded by Lilly Endowment Inc. Missionary Servant of the Most Holy Mail check and order form to: Criterion Press, Inc., P.O. Box 1717, Indianapolis, IN 46206-1717 and based at Louisville Presbyterian Trinity who is an expert in pastoral plan- Seminary in Louisville, Ky., the institute ning; and others. † Page 10 The Criterion Friday, February 9, 2001 Cardinal George coming to Evansville to discuss death penalty

By Mary Ann Wyand St. Francis Xavier Church in Vincennes, which is tor of the archdiocesan pro-life ministry. “The faithful of referred to as “The Old Cathedral.” It was built in 1732 the archdiocese need to be educated on this timely issue.” Due to interest expressed in a program on “The Death and was the first parish established in the Diocese of The pilgrimage costs $45 per person and includes Penalty and the Common Good” presented by Cardinal Vincennes, which is now the Archdiocese of transportation on a deluxe motor coach, lunch and din- Francis George of Chicago on Feb. 26 in Evansville, the Indianapolis. ner. The bus will leave the Archbishop O’Meara archdiocesan Office of Pro-Life Activities is expanding During the program, Cardinal George will discuss, “Is Catholic Center in Indianapolis at 7 a.m. on Feb. 26 and the bus trip into a one-day pilgrimage to Vincennes and the death penalty good for our community, our state and return by 9 p.m. Evansville. our nation?” For more information or to register for the pilgrimage, The pilgrimage will be led by Msgr. Joseph F. “The Office of Pro-Life Activities is committed to pro- call Carolyn Noone, associate director of special events Schaedel, vicar general, and includes the program at the moting the Gospel of Life in its fullness,” explained for the archdiocese, at 317-236-1428 or 800-382-9836, Centre in Evansville followed by Mass at the historic Servants of the Gospel of Life Sister Diane Carollo, direc- ext. 1428, by the Feb. 16 reservation deadline. † Bishops launch new dialogue with philosophers, theologians NOTRE DAME, Ind. (CNS)—A committee of bishops, ence, said clear language is key to the dialogue. Catholic teaching. scientists and theologians met Feb. 2-4 at the University of “We’re dealing with multiple audiences and multiple gen- “The whole person is intended for God—body and soul, Notre Dame to launch a dialogue on the implications of res,’ he explained. “There’s a fairly complex hermeneutical body and spirit, body and mind,” Father Happel said, adding modern science for Catholic theology and philosophy. process going on. If we start talking about the term ‘soul,’ that recent papal statements about heaven and hell give some The U.S. bishops’ Committee on Science and Human we have to know what we’re talking about. ... direction to the discussion. Values is working to develop a perspective on the moral and “For Aquinas, the soul is what we now think of as con- “If heaven and hell are states rather than places, what pastoral meaning of such fast-growing fields as brain sciousness. It’s knowing and loving and feeling.” does it mean for us to be bodily related to God in a state, not research. The new topic complements the committee’s ear- Piety, doctrine, creeds and dogma, all reflected in the a place? Our job, it seems to me, is to explain the edges of lier dialogues—held annually since 1993—on bioethics. modern catechism, sometimes use different vocabularies in what that means philosophically and theologically,” he said. The first meeting of the new track, “Brain, Mind, image-rich approaches to reality, he said. The question of human consciousness also has serious Spirit,” explored the question of human consciousness, “The language of piety in the Catholic Church utilizes moral consequences involving life and death issues. The which can have an impact on the theology of human free- images that depend on the Jewish and Christian Scripture,” Church, he said, has a responsibility to speak for the “voice- dom and on the ethics of harvesting organs from “brain- Father Happel said. “The language of ‘spirit,’ ‘soul,’ ‘mind’ less and vulnerable.” dead” patients. overlap any number of ways ... in the biblical tradition.” “What counts as consciousness?” Father Happel asked, “While religion talks about the soul, philosophy about the Theology demands an intelligible account of that reality, pointing out that some definitions of death might be politi- mind, and neuroscience about the brain, the three disciplines and it needs to be able to address the questions that science cally convenient because they permit the harvest of organs are trying with different assumptions and methodologies to raises, he added. for transplant. elucidate a fundamental reality,” explained David M. Byers “I don’t think theology can afford to avoid them without As a result of the dialogue, the committee will develop an of the bishops’ staff in a written description of the project. becoming a very privatized language for a group of people extended report, which eventually might be issued by the “All seek to probe our subjectivity, our consciousness, our that won’t be able to relate to the rest of the planet,” he said. National Conference of Catholic Bishops as a publication. awareness of self and others,” wrote Byers, executive direc- “It’s no longer possible, it seems to me, to keep the two lan- Publications from earlier dialogues have circulated 5,000 tor of the office for the Committee on Science and Human guages completely distinct.” to 10,000 copies. Earlier topics include genetics in 1996 and Values. “The dialogue should yield many insights into the At the same time, he said, participants in the dialogue stem cell research in 1999. nature of spirituality, and into our identity as creatures should recognize a “plurality of explanations”: “The mole- The committee’s work recently led to a statement on grounded in the material world yet possessing a yearning for cules are moving rapidly,” “The pot is on a hot stove,” and “I cloning and soon will lead to a statement on global climate transcendence.” want some tea” all answer the question “Why is the water change. † Father Stephen Happel of The Catholic University of boiling?” America in Washington presented reflections on neuro- When it comes to consciousness, Christianity’s insis- science from a Catholic theological perspective. tence on the unity of body and soul furnishes a starting Schools bring peace Father Happel, who wrote a paper tracing the history of point. Committee members noted that a scientist’s dis- the issues from Aristotle through Aquinas to modern sci- missal of the “supernatural soul” idea is not a rejection of studies into curriculum

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Marriage... Journey of aLifetime

These antique postcards from 1910 to 1913 illustrate the joys and challenges of maintaining a loving relationship. Then, as now, marriage is a journey of a lifetime. Page 12 Marriage Supplement The Criterion Friday, February 9, 2001 Marriage is a journey with partner and God

By Mary Ann Wyand another way of saying ‘adventure’ because of the whole riage.” idea of the unknown, but at the same time recognizing During marriage preparation programs, the parish Actor Brad Pitt recently described his marriage to that each couple has the support of the Church commu- sponsor couples, Pre-Cana presenters and Tobit team actress Jennifer Aniston as “an adventure.” nity.” members try to emphasize that help is available, Marriage is an adventure just as life is an adventure, This spiritual awareness includes recognition of the Bethuram said. “They are not left alone on this journey. said David J. Bethuram, executive director of the arch- good in a relationship, he said, as well as acknowledg- The Church is with them, and the Church is all of us. diocesan Office for Youth and Family Ministries. But for ment of areas that need work and an understanding that There are other married couples to help them, support people of faith, marriage also is a spiritual journey God is present in every aspect of them and encourage them in intended to last a lifetime. life. their marriage. “A couple needs to understand what it takes—the ele- “God is not just present dur- ‘As Catholics, we see marriage “Recognizing that no mar- ments or skills that they need to build on—to make their ing the good times,” Bethuram riage is perfect,” he said, “if marriage go the long distance,” Bethuram said. “There’s said. “God is present during the as a true spiritual journey—a couples can help each other, a lot of wise and valuable information that is given to difficult times as well, and holds journey that brings many joys, they can sustain their relation- them through the Church and through other institutions people up during the times they challenges and blessings.’ ship during the more difficult as well, but it comes back to the same kinds of things— need strength. times and learn to better cele- a true understanding of what it means to be committed “Love is wonderful,” he said, brate the joyful times.” to one another, what that takes, and how to depend on “but a couple in love still needs Pope John Paul II has often one another and trust one another. particular skills to sustain a more intimate relationship. described marriage as “a balance of life and love,” “Some of that is a leap of faith,” he said, “and other They need to learn how to build their skills in communi- Bethuram said. “For us to really nurture each other, we aspects involve making the decision to do the best you cation and conflict management so they can confidently have to understand our purpose in life—what our call can in your marriage. You have to put your trust in the express their love for one another. In taking the time to from God is as an individual and as a single or married person you said ‘I do’ with.” listen to one another and share their life experiences, a person—and understand what it takes to be a loving Commitment and communication are essential com- couple is more apt to manage everyday stresses. When a person. We are holy people, and it is in the everyday ponents of a healthy and sacramental marriage, couple learns to communicate in a kind and respectful things that we do that we encounter sacred moments. Bethuram said. “One of the areas that many couples are manner, they are able to handle most potential areas of As Mother Teresa said, ‘It’s important to do small struggling with is balancing their time together, their conflict that they may possibly experience in their mar- things with great love.’ ” † work responsibilities and their involvement in Church and community activities. Spending time together to help nurture their relationship is extremely important.” A couple also needs to cultivate “a real understanding and appreciation for one another,” he said. “They need Church programs help to prepare to be able to say that they appreciate one another, express what they mean to one another and understand that the gifts they’ve been given in their relationship are couples for marriage from God.” For a marriage to thrive, Bethuram said, a couple Marriage preparation programs offered for engaged Indianapolis. Program topics include “Family of should work on growing closer together in order to couples in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis include: Origin Theory,” “Communication Styles,” “Christian weather a variety of adversities inherent in life. Marriage” and “Christian Sexuality.” For more infor- The concept of marriage as a spiritual journey means Parish sponsor couples—The parish pastor or a pas- mation, call the Office for Youth and Family Ministries that “a couple has a sense of commitment and an under- toral staff member arranges for an engaged couple to at 317-236-1596 or 800-382-9836, ext. 1596. standing of where they are going, where they want to go meet with a married couple trained to serve as mentors and an awareness that God is walking with them,” he for discussions about marriage and family life. For Tobit Weekends—The Tobit Program is designed to said. “Finding God in your relationship is extremely more information, call the parish. help an engaged couple make their Christian marriage a important. success. The weekend retreat held at Fatima Retreat “As Catholics, we see marriage as a true spiritual Pre-Cana Program—The archdiocesan Office for House in Indianapolis is presented by trained married journey—a journey that brings many joys, challenges Youth and Family Ministries sponsors the one-day couples and a priest, who offer information and guide- and blessings,” he said. “All of these give us a greater Pre-Cana Program for engaged couples once every lines for reflection and discussion. For more informa- understanding of love and what virtues we must practice month, except December, at Fatima Retreat House in tion, call Fatima Retreat House at 317-545-7681. † in a loving relationship. I think ‘spiritual journey’ is Marriage vows are a promise to grow in love

By Fr. Lawrence E. Mick love and honor you all the days of my life.” Bible. One popular choice is St. Paul’s famous description Catholic News Service Anyone who has lived and loved for a while knows that of love in 1 Corinthians 13. It takes a lifetime to meet the a commitment of that kind requires continual growth on challenge set by this classic definition of love: Marriage is an ongoing reality. the part of the spouses as they adjust to each other and to “Love is patient; love is kind. Love is not jealous, it does The sacraments of holy orders and matrimony are life’s vicissitudes. not put on airs, it is not snobbish. Love is never rude, it is described in the Catechism of the Catholic Church as The nuptial blessing is another key moment in the wed- not self-seeking, it is not prone to anger; neither does it “sacraments at the service of communion.” ding. It, too, speaks of a lifetime of growing in love. brood over injuries. Love does not rejoice in what is wrong These two sacraments, it says, “confer a particular mis- These passages from two options for the nuptial bless- but rejoices with the truth. There is no limit to love’s for- sion in the Church and serve to build up the people of ing illustrate the importance of the sacrament of marriage: bearance, to its trust, its hope, its power to endure.” God” (#1534). • “Lord, grant that ... [they may] become one in heart and However, no one, young or old, fully embodies that kind The catechism describes matrimony as a covenant mind as witnesses to your presence in their marriage. of loving. (#1601). Calling this sacrament a covenant reminds us that Help them to create a home together, and give them That is why a prayer at every wedding includes a petition matrimony involves not just a wedding, but an ongoing children to be formed by the Gospel and to have a place to God that the couple will grow in love all the days of their relationship. in your family.” shared life together. What are this covenant’s terms? In the wedding vows • “May they reach old age in the company of their themselves, we hear of them: “I promise to be true to you friends and come at last to the kingdom of heaven.” (Father Lawrence Mick is a priest of the Archdiocese of in good times and in bad, in sickness and in health. I will Every Catholic wedding includes readings from the Cincinnati, Ohio.) †

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Berkemeier-Goodman Boyd-Fisher Cuadros-Clarkston Lisa Marie Berkemeier and Ryan Gina Marie Boyd and Air Force Paula Cuadros and Brent Joseph Goodman will be married Capt. Scott Allen Fisher were Clarkston will be married May 5 at St. Mark Church in married Oct. 28 at St. Joseph May 12 at the Chapel of the Indianapolis. The bride is the Church in Shelbyville. The bride Immaculate Conception in daughter of Arthur and Ann is the daughter of Gene and Louisville, Ky. The bride is the Berkemeier. The groom is the Becky Boyd. The groom is the daughter of Hector and Connie son of Gary and Meg Goodman. son of Bob and Bonnie Fisher. Cuadros. The groom is the son ❧ of Don and Debbie Clarkston.

Bracik-Pierce Therese Marie Bracik and Brad Akard-Kempf Pierce will be married May 12 Brown-Mascari Amy Louise Akard and Stephen at Holy Trinity Church in Jennifer Marie Brown and William Kempf will be married Indianapolis. The bride is the Thomas Michael Mascari will be June 16 at St. Mary Church in daughter of Thomas and Marcia married June 30 at St. Roch Indianapolis. The bride is the Bracik. The groom is the son of Church in Indianapolis. The bride daughter of Ralph and Molly Terry and Rose Pierce. is the daughter of Robert and Akard. The groom is the son of Debra Brown. The groom is the Michael and Mary Kempf. son of Thomas and Lora Mascari. ❧ ❧ Bleich-Richards Curtis-Becker Barrera-Eddy Michelle M. Bleich and Larry J. Croner-Weitzel Karla Lynn Curtis and Eric Louis Sonya Elise Barrera and Kevin Richards will be married Kelly Elaine Croner and Jason Becker will be married June 23 Carl Eddy will be married Feb. 9 March 3 at the Cathedral of the John Weitzel will be married at Our Lady of Lourdes Church at St. Augustine Cathedral in Assumption in Louisville, Ky. April 21 at St. Lawrence Church in Indianapolis. The bride is the Tucson, Ariz. The bride is the The bride is the daughter of in Indianapolis. The bride is the daughter of Dr. Fred and Erika daughter of Noe and Sylvia Martha J. Bleich and Larry D. daughter of Dr. Daniel and Spinks. The groom is the son of Barrera. The groom is the son of Bleich. The groom is the son of Marsha Croner. The groom is the Gloria Becker and the late Julius Carl and Mary Eddy. Larry and Peggy Richards. son of Jeff and LaVerne Weitzel. “J.H.” Becker.

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WeddingAnnouncements Keenan-Mangel Lapp. The groom is the son of Marion-England Jennifer J. Keenan and Daniel L. Thomas and Susan Stewart. Erin Marie Marion and Mangel will be married June 30 ❧ Christopher Mark England will at St. Joan of Arc Church in be married Feb. 24 at St. Charles Indianapolis. The bride is the Lavrick-Posavac Borromeo Church in Bloom- daughter of Sally MacInnes and Amy Elizabeth Lavrick and ington. The bride is the daughter Terence Keenan. The groom is the Justin Louis Posavac will be of Kathie Stuedle and Chuck son of Jerry and Ann Mangel. married May 12 at Nativity of Marion. The groom is the son of Our Savior Church in Portage. Wilber and Margie England. The bride is the daughter of Dan ❧ and Pat Lavrick. The groom is the grandson of Trudy Posavac Dickson-Pulskamp Eisele-Townsend and the late Louis Posavac. Meyer-Roberts Sarah Elizabeth Dickson and Kari Ann Eisele and Eric Scott Katherine Adele Meyer and Douglas Allen Pulskamp will be Townsend will be married ❧ James Wayne Tucker will be married June 30 at St. Mary May 12 at St. Malachy Church married Feb. 24 at St. Joan of Church in Richmond. The bride in Brownsburg. The bride is the Layden-Murphy Arc Church in Indianapolis. The is the daughter of Karen Dickson. daughter of Frederick and Sarah Anne Layden and Tom bride is the daughter of Annette The groom is the son of Allen Barbara Eisele. The groom is Murphy will be married June 30 McMullen and Lynn Meyer. The and Kay Pulskamp. the son of Cindy Townsend- at St. Lawrence Church in groom is the son of Eddie and Dickey and the late Charles Indianapolis. The bride is the Jan Roberts. Townsend. Kegeris-Howell daughter of John and Theresa ❧ ❧ Jennifer Marie Kegeris and David Layden. The groom is the son of Wallace Howell will be married the late Francis and Kathryn Murphy. Noone-Crowe June 9 at Good Shepherd Church Anne M. Noone and Daniel J. in Indianapolis. The bride is the Crowe will be married May 5 daughter of Tom and Carol at Christ the King Church in Kegeris. The groom is the son of Indianapolis. The bride is the Cheryl Wood and John Howell. daughter of Francis J. and Marianne Noone. The groom is the son of William and Darlene Crowe. Dorrel-Amrhein ❧ Jodi Ann Dorrel and David Michael Amrhein will be married March 31 at Holy Family Church Henninger-Hendley in Oldenburg. The bride is the Victoria Elaine Henninger and daughter of Dan and Arlene Scott David Hendley will be Lecher-Gallagher Dorrel. The groom is the son of married April 21 at Our Lady of Cindy Marie Lecher and Sean Michael and Donna Amrhein. Lourdes Church in Indianapolis. Patrick Gallagher will be married The bride is the daughter of Don June 9 at St. Bartholomew and Judy Nichols. The groom is Koehl-Lyons Church in Columbus. The bride the son of Allen and Barbara Katie Koehl and Jeff Lyons will is the daughter of Steven and Hendley. be married June 9 at Sacred Heart Edith Lecher. The groom is the of Jesus Church in Indianapolis. son of Thomas and Deborah ❧ The bride is the daughter of John Gallagher. and Sandie Koehl. The groom is Northcutt-Lundquist Hostetler-Giacalone the son of Rick and Karen Lyons. Nancy Lynn Northcutt and Maria Danette Hostetler and Charles Bryan Lundquist will be Jonathon Glenn Giacalone will married June 30 at St. Joan of be married June 9 at St. Mary Arc Church in Kokomo. The Church in New Albany. The bride is the daughter of Joe and bride is the daughter of Kathy Linda Northcutt. The groom is Hostetler and the late Ronald Edwards-Neyenhaus the son of Charlie and Cindy Hostetler. The groom is the son Patricia Ann Edwards and Ryan Lundquist. David Neyenhaus will be married of Frieda Denton and Mike June 9 at Holy Spirit Church in Giacalone. Indianapolis. The bride is the ❧ daughter of Mike and Ann Edwards. The groom is the son Ivory-Downs Lecher-Hudepohl of Marcus and Judy Neyenhaus. Victoria Leigh Ivory and Jeremy Rita Johanna Lecher and Anthony John Downs will be married Lapp-Stewart Paul Hudepohl will be married June 9 at St. Jude Church in Julie Ann Lapp and Eric Thomas April 21 at St. John Church in Indianapolis. The bride is the Stewart will be married March 24 Enochsburg. The bride is the daughter of Jim and Diana Ivory. at Christ the King Church in daughter of Steven and Edith The groom is the son of Robert Indianapolis. The bride is the Lecher. The groom is the son of and Sue Downs. daughter of Dr. Michael and Ann John and Mary Hudepohl.

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Osborne-Langness Holly Renee Osborne and Jason Parker Langness will be married March 17 at St. Augustine Church in Jeffersonville. The bride is the daughter of Tim and Sherry Osborne. The groom is the son of Jack and Susie Langness. ❧ Presley-Whyel Brandi L. Presley and Edward J. Whyel will be married June 23 Schenher-Worthington Skirvin-Smith Stangle-Edwards Toscano-Rittenhouse at St. Gabriel Church in Indian- Kristin Marie Schenher and Joel Lorilee Skirvin and Thomas W. April Renee Stangle and Amy Elizabeth Toscano and apolis. The bride is the daughter Douglas Worthington will be Smith will be married March 3 Christopher Michael Edwards Andrew Ryan Rittenhouse will of Lewis and Bonnie Presley. married June 16 at Holy Spirit at Prince of Peace Church in will be married March 31 at First be married May 26 at The groom is the son of Harry Church in Fishers. The bride is Madison. The bride is the daugh- Baptist Church in Shelbyville. St. Barnabas Church in Indian- and Theresa Whyel. the daughter of Stan and Linda ter of Tom and Melissa Skirvin. The bride is the daughter of apolis. The bride is the daughter Schenher. The groom is the son The groom is the son of Linda Sandra Whittle. The groom is the of Philip and Carole Toscano. of O. Douglas and Marsha Cortani and Larry Smith. son of Mike and Ann Edwards. The groom is the son of Ronald ❧ Worthington. and Brenda Rittenhouse. ❧ ❧ ❧

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Yost-Wetzel Zuk-McBride Elizabeth Ann Yost and Todd Nicole L. Zuk and Timothy B. David Wetzel will be married McBride will be married March 31 at St. Augustine May 19 at St. Pius X Church in Church in Jeffersonville. The Indianapolis. The bride is the bride is the daughter of the late daughter of Ronald and Diane William and Margaret Yost. The Zuk. The groom is the son of groom is the son of Charles and Steven and Barbara McBride. Linda Wetzel. ❧ Zeiser-Rygielski Vogler-Davis Weimer-Wiles Weinzierl-Harnage Kimberly Ann Zeiser and Jodi L. Vogler and Nathan S. Sarah Kathleen Weimer and Kristen S. Weinzierl and Robert Christopher Joseph Rygielski Davis will be married July 14 at Daniel Robert Wiles will be E. Harnage will be married will be married April 28 at St. Joseph Church in Jasper. The married June 9 at St. Agnes June 23 at Holy Spirit Church in St. Charles Borromeo Church in bride is the daughter of Karen Church in Nashville. The bride is Indianapolis. The bride is the Kettering, Ohio. The bride is the Vogler and Joseph Vogler. The the daughter of Bernie and Kathy daughter of Robert and Janet daughter of David and Ellen groom is the son of Steve and Weimer. The groom is the son of Weinzierl. The groom is the son Zeiser. The groom is the son of Paulette Davis. Mary Anne Wiles. of Floyd and Kathy Harnage. Joseph and Dorothy Rygielski. More couples are waiting longer to marry By John Woods dormant period. demonstrating a commitment to married In the Archdiocese of Miami, there Catholic News Service Father Bonnici said couples commit- couples beyond the wedding day with a has been a large increase in recent years ted to exploring their faith through the marriage enrichment program called of couples coming to the Church to con- With the sobering statistics on the sacrament of marriage put themselves in “Celebrate Marriage” that focuses on validate existing civil marriages. number of marriages that end in divorce, line with the larger society which has improving communication. The one-day Gladys Gonzalez, coordinator of the it may stand to reason that couples embraced spirituality, if not necessarily program is offered in English and Ministry to Engaged and Married would be more reluctant to get married organized religion. Spanish on a monthly basis at parishes. Couples in the archdiocese’s Family Life today than in the past. “There is no shortage of people get- Last year, the “Celebrate Marriage” Office, said the number of couples being According to The Official Catholic ting married,” he said. “That’s a good days attracted more couples, he said, prepared for first marriages in Miami has Directory, the number of marriages in thing. It reaffirms the need for strong and several parishes are on a waiting remained stable for several years, and the Catholic Church in the United States marriage preparation. Everything that list for the presentation. As a result, reg- there has been a significant increase in has decreased about 9 percent over a bears good fruit presupposes some hard ular meetings of married couples have those seeking preparation for second five-year period, from 294,144 marriages work. That includes marriage.” sprung up in several parishes in the marriages, either as a result of widow- in 1995 to 267,517 in 1999. The Archdiocese of New York is archdiocese. hood, divorce or annulment. † Yet while men and women are in gen- eral waiting longer to come to the altar, Church weddings in the Jubilee Year Marriage Encounter nurtures relationship 2000 were on the rise in many parts of the country. Some diocesan family life By Jennifer Del Vechio because he realized that his marriage to going through the motions of raising a representatives reported significant Karen, while good, was getting “con- large family and there was a lot of stress, increases in enrollment in marriage Marriage Encounter, a ministry aimed sumed by daily life.” he said. After his parents went to the preparation programs. at helping couples improve their married The Marriage Encounter helped them Marriage Encounter, they came back While the desire to get engaged at the life, is being formed for the central and discuss challenges and understand each holding hands and communicated a lov- beginning of the new millennium may southern Indiana regions. other better, he said. “I find it very help- ing relationship to their children. explain part of the trend, it does not “I get people saying there’s nothing ful to me in day-to-day living and carving He remembered their example and appear to be the full answer. wrong with my marriage, and I say, out time in my day to devote to [my asked his wife to go to the weekend Father John S. Bonnici, director of the ‘That’s why you need to come,’ ” said wife].” retreat. Family Life/Respect Life Office for the Eric Brockmyre, a member of St. Joseph He said many times men don’t want to Brockmyre said the weekend made Archdiocese of New York, said engaged Parish in Shelbyville, who is helping go to weekend retreats because they are him realize that “my wife is the most couples seeking to be married in the organize the Marriage Encounter week- afraid they will have to bare their souls to cherished thing in my life, and I never Church are older—many in their early to ends in the archdiocese. a roomful of people. But the weekends told her that.” mid-30s—and more mature about what Marriage Encounter is a program are very individual and confidential The next Marriage Encounter weekend they are seeking. designed to help spouses make their mar- between spouses, who attend presenta- is March 9-11 in Indianapolis. There is a “They’ve thought it through and they riage better, communicate more and tions and have time alone in their room $30 registration fee, but no couples are really want to be married,” he said. explore areas of their relationship. It is a for personal discussion. turned away due to financial difficulties. Father Bonnici said more couples are worldwide ministry. “This makes a good marriage better,” At the end of the weekend, each couple is becoming aware of the sacredness of the Brockmyre said the central and south- he said. given an envelope and asked to make a marriage bond. ern Indiana group’s goal is to sponsor Brockmyre said his parents attended a donation to help defray the cost of meals “Once God is part of the picture, mar- two Marriage Encounter weekends each Marriage Encounter weekend when he and lodging. riage is appreciated in a whole new year. was growing up, and he remembers the way,” he said, and the pre-Cana period Going to a weekend aimed at improv- positive changes it brought to their mar- (For more information on the Marriage can be a time when the religious faith of ing your marriage isn’t always easy, riage and family life. 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By Mary Ann Wyand That description certainly applies for Lewellen and Dean, who are planning to Our Lady of Lourdes parishioner be married on June 29, 2002—the second Christina Lewellen of Indianapolis got anniversary of their first date. They met the surprise of her life on New Year’s at a concert. Eve. “My plans for the future changed dra- Her boyfriend, Daniel Dean of matically during that retreat,” Lewellen Indianapolis, proposed during a millen- said. “We came as boyfriend and girl- nium retreat at Fatima Retreat House. friend, and left as fiancés.” Nearly 70 retreatants were enjoying a That Sunday, before the conclusion of champagne reception to welcome in the the retreat, Father Farrell blessed all of new year—and the official start of the the retreatants, then offered a special new millennium—when Dean un- blessing for the newly engaged couple. expectedly knelt by Lewellen’s chair, “Everyone was very supportive,” she asked her to marry him, and gave her an said, “and wished us the best of luck.” engagement ring. Fatima Retreat House has always been It was the perfect setting for a pro- a special place for Lewellen, who volun- posal, Lewellen said. They were seated teered there as a housekeeping aide and a near the fireplace in Fatima’s main retreat dining room attendant during her eighth- room, watching the fire and sipping grade year at Our Lady of Lourdes champagne, after participating in a mid- School to earn service hours for confir- night Mass in Fatima’s chapel celebrated mation. by Father James Farrell, the retreat pre- “I never would have thought, when I senter and pastor of Our Lady of Lourdes was volunteering at Fatima 20 years ago, and St. Bernadette parishes in that two decades later I would become Indianapolis. engaged there,” she said. “That holds a “When Dan got down on one knee, I lot of meaning for me.” didn’t know what was going on,” she During the retreat, she said, “there was said. “He pulled out a ring and did a tra- a sign on the speaker’s podium that said, ditional proposal, asking me if I would ‘Be still and know that I am God.’ I’ll marry him. Of course I said yes! always remember that retreat experience

“We have been dating for six months,” of not being in such a hurried pace.” Submitted photo Lewellen said, “and I was hoping that the As the retreat presenter and as The engagement of Our Lady of Lourdes parishioner Christina Lewellen and Daniel Dean, both of engagement would occur at some point Lewellen’s pastor, Father Farrell said he Indianapolis, during a New Year’s Eve retreat is a “first” for Fatima Retreat House. Lewellen registered during 2001. However, I had no idea that was happy to offer a special blessing for for the retreat as a Christmas gift for Dean because her pastor, Father James Farrell, was the retreat he had selected that time and place to ask the newly engaged couple. presenter. She had no idea that her boyfriend would “pop the question” there after midnight Mass. me to marry him. It was very well cho- A spiritual retreat is “a great context in Lewellen is holding a timepiece to signify the new year and new millennium. sen. It was the best time he could have which to receive a marriage proposal and selected.” to make one, in the context of prayer and Other retreatants applauded and reflection,” he said, “considering the offered congratulations and best wishes changes you are making in your life and to the happy couple. how you want the next year to unfold, to ELEGANT HONEYMOONS “Everybody was pretty impressed,” recognize that you want to enter into the Lewellen said. “That gave them some- sacrament of marriage with the person thing else to toast. I was pretty startled that you love. What better opportunity to and a bit beside myself. I was full of have some clear thought and understand- • LUXURY CRUISES smiles.” ing about the commitment you are mak- • TROPICAL RESORTS Fatima Retreat House director Kevin ing and how you want to make that com- DePrey later said he believes this is the mitment in Christ, in the context of what • ALL INCLUSIVE first time a couple has become engaged you believe.” during a program at the archdiocesan During his engagement blessing for • ADVENTURES AND retreat center. Lewellen and Dean, Father Farrell said he EXPEDITIONS A brochure promoting the New Year’s “asked God to seal the decision that had Eve retreat described it as “a life-chang- been made and to strengthen them in the • MAGICAL EUROPE ing weekend” and “once-in-a-lifetime months of preparation for their marriage occasion” that will help “set a new so they would grow in love for each other course for your life in the new millen- and their love would be a real sign to oth- nium.” ers of Christ’s love for the Church.” † 317-876-2063 Sharing stories 1-800-285-2034 strengthens Your Wedding, Your Style, www.beckerichtravel.com Your Color married life 2250 W. 86th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46260 By David Gibson * Custom Designed Catholic News Service & Sewn Wedding Apparel The secret of a lasting n TOBIT marriage is probably a little * Large Selection of too well kept. Bridal Fabrics, It’s not exactly the Colors & Styles “stuff” of ordinary conver- Now that you’ve planned your wedding... sation for couples to say, * Bridal Alterations shouldn’t you plan for your marriage? “Let us tell you why we’re * Beautiful Invitations, still together after all these Napkins, Programs, years.” During this weekend retreat designed to make your Christian However, parish faith- Thank Yous, sharing groups play a valu- Receptions Items & marriage a success, you will: able role by giving couples Accessories to n escape the tensions and demands of daily life to discuss your the opportunity to tell their Complete Your stories—to talk about the Wedding goals and dreams with your partner planned and unplanned events, the pain and joy * Bridal Slip Rental n practice techniques of communication and negotiation that have shaped their lives. * Personalized Service It can be genuinely sup- n enter a deeper personal relationship with Christ, and realize portive to learn what other the importance of having God at the center of your marriage couples have to say about the real-life ways their It’s Your Wedding, So Let marriages grew. Reserve your space early; eleven weekends remain for 2001 If we had more opportu- “Fashions & Crafts by Marie” nities to hear the stories of Assist You with Your Bridal Attire Call today for a brochure; it’s a great investment. lasting marriages, we might . realize how unique each ❖ marriage is. I think we’d (317) 545-7681 see that some brand of dif- Marie Frey ficult-to-access “luck” 4829 Ferguson Rd. • Indianapolis, IN 46239 www.archindy.org/fatima doesn’t explain a lasting 317-8862-66931 • by Appointment Only Indianapolis union. † Page 18 Marriage Supplement The Criterion Friday, February 9, 2001

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By Cynthia Dewes continuously while living out our voca- tions. Each of us is unique, yet we are alike The gift of physical stamina helped me in many ways. For one thing, no matter greatly in raising my six children. what our vocation is, it involves a “call- The gifts of intellectual and spiritual ing.” understanding of God’s word enriched My husband and I each knew from an Father Davis’ and Father Ajamie’s work early age that our vocations would center in religious life, and in sharing the faith. on marriage and parenthood. I believe that people in all vocations For others, a process unfolded as they share a sense of commitment. The mar- discerned their vocations. ried folks we know are committed to their Our son, Jim, completed a philosophy marriages and their children’s welfare. degree at Saint Meinrad Seminary Among other things, my husband and I College in southern Indiana before he have weathered the raising and subse- realized that marriage and parenthood, quent deaths of two seriously handi- not priesthood, was really his vocation. capped children, and being burned out of Msgr. Joseph Schaedel, vicar general our house for five months. of the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, taught Our friends in religious and single life for several years in a Catholic school also are committed to their promises and before deciding to enter the seminary. He to the people they serve. Some have suf- was ordained at age 34. fered health problems or even disillusion- Two unmarried women friends of ours ments, but have persevered successfully. became parents through unfortunate early Recognizing the similarities of our events, but now both believe they are experience, I think we should encourage truly called to single motherhood. and support each other. We’re all on this From observing such examples, I’ve journey together! come to understand that vocations are not just random choices of lifestyle, but lives (Cynthia Dewes is a columnist for The to which we’re called by God. Criterion and a free-lance writer for

Each vocation also involves a process. Catholic News Service. She is a member CNS photo We evolve on the job, so to speak. of St. Paul the Apostle Parish in As parents, we find that our relationship with our children changes as they mature. But at any age, As parents, we find that our relation- Greencastle, Ind.) † God calls us to unconditional love in parenting our children. ship with our children changes as they mature. I soothed my 5-month-old through a tantrum, but gave my 5-year- Parenthood requires unconditional love old a timeout for the same behavior. I helped my 16-year-old shop for her win- By Mary Jo Pedersen hood vocation because in bringing chil- him. That is how God loves us. ter coat, but insisted that my second- dren into the world and nurturing them, Social workers call it “tough love.” The grader put on his winter coat when it was Parenthood is a trip—not a leisurely parents are invited to participate in the truth is that all mature love is tough. cold outdoors. drive along the coast, but an uncharted life of God as creator. The call to love The challenge of unconditional love at Religious sisters, brothers and priests journey across high mountain passes and children is a call to expand our heart’s different points in a child’s life is what also are involved in a process. deep valleys. capacity beyond its limits. changes the “scenery” in parents’ lives. Father Clement Davis, pastor of For parents, the scenery keeps chang- Parenting develops one’s ability to hold Parenthood is a lifelong call to expand St. Bartholomew Parish in Columbus, ing. As each child enters the family, the on tightly to children and then let them the capacity of one’s heart, live with para- began religious life as a Benedictine trip changes course, and new challenges go, to teach them and then allow them dox and ambiguity, be flexible, self-sacri- monk. His specialty was Scripture study arise. And as children’s needs change, freedom to make choices, to set rules to ficing and capable of trust beyond human and instruction. Twenty years later, he parents respond with different strengths live by and then be courageous enough to reason. It is made easier when we recog- was incardinated into the Archdiocese of and face new vulnerabilities. enforce the consequences when rules are nize that the Creator who gave us these Indianapolis, where he has served as pas- Parenting is a tough job that’s some- broken. There are days when this is not a children is a partner with us at every stage tor of large parishes with major building times completely thankless and some- pretty thing, but this kind of fidelity and in raising them. projects. times deeply rewarding. Yet most parents flexibility surely reflect our divine parent. God’s unconditional love, so exquis- Father Albert Ajamie began his priest- (on their better days) and social experts God gives us the gift of life, inviting us itely modeled in Jesus, is uncompromis- hood in parish work in Indianapolis, would agree that parenting is life’s most to return our hearts to him. Then the ingly available to us in both suffering and where he was involved in racial justice important work. Creator gives us the gift of free will, let- celebration, and is both the source and efforts and celebrating the Byzantine-rite Parenthood is so important that the ting us choose whether or not to respond model for our own parent-child relation- liturgy. Later, he was a college teacher Church calls it a “vocation,” a calling to his infinite, faithful love. ships. and a leader in liturgical reform. Now, in from God. Like all of God’s “calls,” it is I often tell parents who are feeling like retirement, he assists with spiritual direc- an invitation to love others the way God failures over a teen-ager’s refusal to accept (Mary Jo Pedersen is coordinator of the tion at Fatima Retreat House. loves us—to love them as unconditionally their values that they are never holier or Leadership in Family Life Training The processes we go through are the as we can. more in God’s image than when they love Program for the Archdiocese of Omaha, fruit of gifts from God that we receive There is great dignity in the parent- that child faithfully and continue to guide Neb.) † Discussion Point Faith helps parents cope This Week’s Question our family day-to-day. The way that we live our lives—our Catholic faith—is helping our children to Describe a time when faith proved invaluable in deal- ing with a difficult challenge that you or another par- respect life. Our 3-year-old, for example, is very good ent faced in family life. with babies; he migrates toward them. All of our chil- dren are good with old people ..., the forgotten ones. “A young boy in school here got in trouble and was They are also very observant of nature, and faith lets sent home because of the school’s zero-tolerance pol- them really appreciate what God has given them.” icy. As director of religious education and ‘emer- (Dawn Kinsman, Pierre, S.D.) gency’ parent for many children, I stayed with him, and I asked him about the nature of forgiveness. The Lend Us Your Voice next day at school the principal asked if he had any- thing to say. He asked a question in return: ‘Will you An upcoming edition asks: Explain one or two reasons forgive me?’ The principal was touched. What a won- why you pray. derful expression of faith alive.” (Angela Barsalow, To respond for possible publication, write to Faith Milton, Vt.) Alive! at 3211 Fourth St. N.E., Washington, D.C., “For us, faith has proved invaluable in simply raising 20017-1100. † CNS photo Page 20 The Criterion Friday, February 9, 2001 Perspectives From the Editor Emeritus/John F. Fink Cornucopia/Cynthia Dewes Doctors of the Church: Athanasius and Ephrem ‘This is Your (Fourth in a series) successors and managed to exile the Persians took over the city, though, Life’ at 70 Athanasius, the Bishop of Alexandria, five Ephrem and other Christians fled. He set- By far the most difficult heresy for different times. At one time he spent six tled in Edessa, Syria, where he taught When we’re young, it probably never early Christianity was Arianism. It is years hiding among monks in the Egyptian theology. occurs to us that one day we may be celebrat- named after Arius, a desert because people wanted to kill him. He found a cave in a rocky hill over- ing our 70th birthday. priest in Alexandria, He spent a total of 17 years in exile, but was looking the city and moved into it. There That age is so remote Egypt. He denied the able to spend the last seven years of his life he led an austere life, eating only bread from possibility that it’s divinity of Christ by in peace. and a few vegetables. There, too, he a non-issue for most of proclaiming that the Athanasius is known as the “Father of wrote most of his spiritual works. Ephrem our years. Word was not eternal Orthodoxy” because of his efforts at defeat- wrote more than a thousand works. But suddenly, the old with the Father but ing Arianism. His writings lay the ground- He was among the first Christians to TV show, “This is Your was a creature of the work for the second ecumenical council, make sacred songs a part of public wor- Life,” becomes reality. Father. Arianism the Council of Constantinople of 381, at ship, although his contemporary Ambrose At age 70, your entire quickly spread and which Arianism was again condemned. also did so. As one way to combat here- past tends to flash was threatening to He died on May 2, 373. The Church sies, he took popular songs and, using before you, and you destroy the Church. celebrates his feast on May 2. their melodies, substituted texts embody- remember a lot more than TV programs. St. Athanasius was the greatest cham- St. Ephrem wasn’t declared a doctor ing orthodox doctrines. His hymns earned Reflection from the vantage point of age pion against Arianism. until 1920, but the Church has always rec- him the title “Harp of the Holy Spirit.” makes early pleasures and triumphs sweeter, The First Council of Nicaea con- ognized him as a great poet, composer of His writings show deep insight as well and also can dull the pain of past grief and demned Arianism in 325 and accepted an hymns, orator, teacher, biblical scholar, as a thorough knowledge of Scripture. In disappointment. official creed, adopting language pro- theologian and defender of the faith. He writing about the Redemption, he demon- Tomorrow my beloved turns 70. While he posed by Athanasius. The council anathe- was deeply involved in combating numer- strated a great devotion to the humanity is too modest to comment upon a good life matized anyone who said there was a time ous false doctrines, especially those con- of Christ and he particularly revered the well lived, I am not. Besides, in this day and when the Son of God did not exist or that cerning the Trinity, the Incarnation and Virgin Mary. age, we need to hear more about good lives he was in any way different in substance the Redemption. He died in 373. The Church celebrates well lived. from the Father. Ephrem was born about the year 306 in his feast on June 9. We have an early photograph of Ed sitting Rather than die, though, Arianism spread Nisibis, Mesopotamia, which was under in a pram with his 18-months-older sister. rapidly. Arians established their own hierar- Roman rule at the time. Ephrem became (John F. Fink’s new two-volume book, She is smiling enthusiastically for the cam- chies and churches. The Arian bishops also well-known as a superb teacher in the The Doctors of the Church, is available era, no doubt as directed, while he is gazing had the ear of Emperor Constantine and his Christian biblical school of Nisibis. When from Alba House publishers.) † off into space, thinking his own thoughts and doing his own thing. It’s a typical pose, since Stories, Good News, Fire/Fr. Joe Folzenlogen, S.J. he’s been thinking his own thoughts and doing his own thing ever since. He was raised in Michigan, where he Vietnamese celebrate New Year liturgy loved to serve Mass almost every day for Father Charles Coughlin, the “Radio Priest,” Thanks to the gracious invitation of resist our natural tendency to worry and to liturgy. Father Vu had prepared cards with who was his pastor. His dad told him not to Divine Word Father. Joseph Dao Vu, I was trust that God will be with us in whatever Scripture verses on them, and each family pay any attention to Father’s politics, just his able to join the Indian- happens. present received one. Then Msgr. Schaedel liturgies, which were superb. Funerals were apolis Vietnamese Tê’t is the first day of the lunar New Year and Father Vu distributed red envelopes Ed’s favorites because he got out of school Catholic Community and also the first day of spring. It is the containing a small amount of money to each for a morning to go to the cemetery with the for its New Year liturgy Vietnamese New Year which is called “Tê’t person present. This is a way of wishing mourners. at St. Rita Church on Nguyên Dán.” (Nguyên means “first;” Dán them prosperity during the new year. He loved his dog, Mike, and only one par- Sunday afternoon, Jan. means “morning”). Tê’t comes from the Bouquets of flowers were also presented to ticular pair of brown corduroy knickers, 28. Father Vu greeted Vietnamese word Tiê’t, meaning “season.” It all the concelebrants. which his mother had to hide in order to get me warmly as I walked marks the end of the cold winter in The celebration then moved to the parish them washed now and then. When he feared into a church where the Vietnam. It is the greeting of spring as it hall, where we were treated to a banquet of he would be conscripted into the grade sanctuary was filled brings warm sunshine, fragrant air, blos- Vietnamese food topped off by a wonderful school choir, he cracked his voice on purpose with bright umbrellas, soming flowers, buds on the trees and the selection of desserts. The tradition of gift during the audition and returned to his class- banners and flowers. A shrine honored an beautiful song of birds. giving continued. Msgr. Schaedel received a room in triumph. The other kids broke into image of one of the 117 Vietnamese martyrs Although the weather outside that after- large basket of fruit, and Father Vu was applause. of the 19th century, and one could hear the noon was cold and rainy, the atmosphere honored with several gifts, some accompa- When someone in class was reading aloud music of the choir practicing in nearby inside the church certainly reflected the nied with good-natured teasing. Potted he was always reading ahead, keeping his room. freshness and new life of spring. plants were presented to a number of spe- finger in the place. Once, Sister whacked him Msgr. Joseph F. Schaedel, vicar general, There are also several spiritual aspects of cial guests. when she thought he was not paying atten- came down the center aisle to a round of this celebration. It is a time for correcting St. Paul tells us that joy is one of the tion, only to discover that he could continue applause as he headed to the sacristy to put all faults, forgetting past mistakes and par- fruits of the Holy Spirit. That gift was very reading exactly where the last child left off. on gold vestments over his purple mon- doning others for their offenses. After this, much in evidence at the Vietnamese New His interest in history expanded as he fol- signor’s robes. He presided at the Eucharist each person no longer has enemies. Year celebration. I felt very blessed to be lowed the route of his uncle, a priest chaplain assisted by Father Vu and a Vietnamese dea- There is also a strong family and com- part of it. May God continue to bless this during World War II, and the armies as they con from Chicago. munity dimension. Relatives visit with each faith community. Happy New Year! Chúc marched through Europe. He took things During the homily, Msgr. Schaedel other and wish each other well. Children mù’ng nam mó’i! apart and then, much to his dad’s surprise, would preach for a few minutes in English, visit their parents and wish them a long life. put them back together again. At this point and then Father Vu would repeat the mes- Teachers also receive special honor. (Jesuit Father Joe Folzenlogen is evange- they both knew he was a natural-born engi- sage in Vietnamese. The basic theme was Various gifts are exchanged, and some of lization coordinator for the Archdiocese of neer. that as we move into a new year, we need to these customs were incorporated into the Indianapolis.) † Ed wore a tweed suit and smoked a pipe when I met him; in addition, he has proven to Faithful Lines/Shirley Vogler Meister be honest, faithful and eccentric, qualities I admire even more. He talks back to the TV when what they’re reporting is ridiculous, Are kisses still sweet at Valentine time? which to him is most of the time. He’s adven- turous, and has taken our family all over As girls skipping rope during recess in rope—the lines wouldn’t be as appropri- also-vintage film version of Ernest North America to gaze at historic sites and a Catholic school yard in St. Louis, we ate; because love, marriage and baby car- Hemingway’s For Whom the Bell Tolls. depressions in the road where famous battles chanted and jumped to dozens of jump- riages unfortunately don’t always follow Portrayed by Ingrid Bergman, Maria took place. rope rhymes. What in that order any more. says to Jordon, played by Gary Cooper: As for kids, he’s not your warm, fuzzy follows is one I However, kissing—whether chanted in “I don’t know how to kiss, or I would parent. But he’s spent hours on homework, remember: a game or described in literature, music kiss you. Where do the noses go?” days on projects and years with Boy Scouts. and other arts—always has been, still is, Today kisses run so rampant in films He dresses up in his fur trapper outfit and Shirley and Paul, and forever more will surely be natural that even the most naïve young couples gives lessons on that part of American history sitting in a tree, and enjoyable. learn quickly, perhaps too quickly, and to school classes. We call him “Powerful K-I-S-S-I-N-G. In Of Life and Love, Emil Ludwig often without the concept of affection. Pierre” when he’s in his fur trapper mode. First comes love, noted the subtle power of a first kiss: The popularized idea of kissing is too Ed taught our boys to be good husbands, then comes marriage, “The decision to kiss for the first time is often trivialized to the point of losing its fathers and citizens, and set our daughter an then comes Shirley the most crucial in any love story. It true meaning. example of the kind of man to marry. He’s with a baby carriage. changes the relationship of two people What would St. Valentine say about now repeating the process with our “grands.” much more strongly than even the final this, since the day allegedly is celebrated Ed’s been much respected in his work and Naturally, I use my husband’s and my surrender, because the kiss already has in memory of this Christian martyr? a mentor to his colleagues. His friends are names now. Then, sometimes we paired within it that surrender.” Would he feel a “kiss of betrayal” by fond and loyal, and his in-law children— names of those unlikely to even look at In the vintage film, Love Finds Andy some of our contemporary customs? Or awed at first by his natural silence—love him one another, much less kiss. More often, Hardy, Mickey Rooney says this about a would he be charmed by children’s for being the kind man he really is. we named those classmates already hav- girl: “Oh, she’ll let you kiss her when- chants, appropriate humor and the true So do I. He’s made me feel like “a natural ing juvenile crushes. Either way, we girls ever you want. She doesn’t want to swim. romance between the lovers of our woman,” and I congratulate him on being the giggled a lot, and the guys stayed their She doesn’t want to play tennis or go for times? mensch he’s been for 70 years. Happy birth- distance, pretending not to notice—or walks. All she wants to do is kiss you. day, Ed, and many happy returns! watched and teased us. I’m a nervous wreck!” (Shirley Vogler Meister, a member of The K-I-S-S-I-N-G chant was popular Then there’s sweet Maria, traumatized Christ the King Parish in Indianapolis, is (Cynthia Dewes is a member of St. Paul the then. Now—if, indeed, girls still skip by rape but still innocent at heart, in the a regular columnist for The Criterion.) † Apostle Parish in Greencastle,) † The Criterion Friday, Februay 9, 2001 Page 21

Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time/Msgr. Owen F. Campion The Sunday Readings Daily Readings Monday, Feb. 12 Friday, Feb. 16 Sunday, Feb. 11, 2001 Genesis 4:1-15, 25 Genesis 11:1-9 Psalm 50:1, 8, 16-17, 20-21 Psalm 33:10-15 • Jeremiah 17:5-8 the Redeemer. In rising from the dead, Mark 8:11-13 Mark 8:34-9:1 • 1 Corinthians 15:12, 16-20 Jesus humbled death. • Luke 6:17, 20-26 Paul, in this letter, told the Corinthian Christians that they, as believers, share in Tuesday, Feb. 13 Saturday, Feb. 17 the Resurrection of the Lord. The victori- Genesis 6:5-8; 7:1-5, 10 The Seven Founders of the The Book of Jeremiah is the source of ous life of Jesus is with them, in their Psalm 29:1a, 2, 3ac-4, 3b, 9b-10 Order of Servites, religious the first biblical reading this weekend. faith, in the grace of their baptism. Mark 8:14-21 Hebrews 11:1-7 Jeremiah wrote at As the Lord’s life will never end, their a time of considerable lives will never end, because they live in Psalm 145:2-5, 10-11 stress for the people God through Christ. Wednesday, Feb. 14 Mark 9:2-13 of God. The times St. Luke’s Gospel provides the third Cyril, monk were very bad, even reading, and it is the marvelous presenta- Methodius, bishop Sunday, Feb. 18 threatening, and the tion of what Christians call the Genesis 8:6-13, 20-22 Seventh Sunday in people were suffer- Beatitudes. Psalm 116:12-15, 18-19 Ordinary Time ing. Some people refer to these statements Unlike the reaction as the “Ten Commandments” of Mark 8:22-26 1 Samuel 26:2, 7-9, 12-13, of many people Christianity. They set the ideal. They also 22-23 today, Jeremiah did promise the reward. In other words, the Thursday, Feb. 15 Psalm 103:1-4, 8, 10, 12-13 not ask why God allowed such distresses poor are blessed. They resemble Jesus. Genesis 9:1-13 1 Corinthians 15:45-49 to occur. Instead, he asked why people God will reward them. Psalm 102:16-18, 19-23, 29 Luke 6:27-38 had sinned to so upset the peaceful order Subtle in this passage is the difference of life. between the disciples and the larger Mark 8:27-33 In this train of thought, Jeremiah saw crowd. It is not an everlasting gap, how- unholy leaders and even religious figures ever. It can be bridged. If anyone in the and, of course, many ordinary persons in crowd embraces these Beatitudes as a Question Corner/Fr. John Dietzen the general population, as guilty of way of life, if any person accepts Jesus bringing hard times upon themselves and as Savior and Lord, then this person is a their society. disciple. Into this mindset, this weekend’s read- Reference to “the poor” is important. Canon law restricts ing fits. The prophet warns his readers It is a key to understanding Jesus and to and followers that trusting in mere understanding salvation. Jesus is the humans is risky. Typically expressive Savior who rids the world of evil. The outdoor weddings and rich with imagery, his writing this process is salvation, offered by the Lord weekend declares that a human leader but freely accepted by humans. Does the Catholic Church permit a celebrated by the bishop. Could you who acts without God is standing in a Qmarriage to be performed by a priest explain what is such a Mass? (Wisconsin) lava waste. Reflection outdoors? Our daugh- The symbolism is clear and powerful. The Church proceeds in what now are ter and her fiancé, The so-called Red Mass originated A lava waste is hard and devoid of life. the closing weeks of the season following who is not Catholic, Aabout 800 years ago in Europe to Nothing grows in it. It is the milieu of Christmas and the Epiphany. are thinking of having bring judges and other lawyers together to death. On those great feasts, and at the feast the ceremony in a ask God’s guidance in their profession. It By contrast, Jeremiah calls people to of the Baptism of the Lord, the Church local park, in a lovely received its name from the red robes then trust in God. He reminds them that God proclaimed the identity of Jesus. He is area where weddings worn by judges and from the red vest- alone is the true anchor, the only source incarnate, a human as the son of Mary, but are popular. ments used when celebrating the Mass of of peace and of life. also the divine Son of God. He is the Is this arrangement the Holy Spirit. Returning to the literary technique of Savior of the world, sent in God’s love possible? We’ve been The custom has continued through the bright symbolism, the prophet says that and mercy to redeem humankind from sin. told it is not, but that centuries in several European nations. God is like a tree planted beside water. It More recently, the Church has called sometimes the priest will allow it. What is Since l928, it is observed annually in will thrive. It will live. It will not perish. us to follow the Lord. Our opportunity is the rule? Is it left to the discretion of the many dioceses of our country to ask the Neither will God. to be disciples. priest? (New York) guidance and wisdom of the Holy Spirit St. Paul’s First Epistle to the This weekend, in the Gospel, the for those in the legal profession. Corinthians supplies the second reading. Church defines what discipleship means. The general law of the Church Some dioceses also celebrate a similar Aside from the evangelists who wrote It is not lip service or vague good inten- Arequires that a marriage between White Mass for physicians and others in the four Gospels, no author in the tions. It is literally living in the example two Catholics or between a Catholic and the health care professions. It is called Church’s first decades so intensely of Jesus, living according to the Gospel. a baptized non-Catholic be celebrated in white because of the usual color of uni- affected Christianity as much as did Paul. Jeremiah’s prophecy reminds us that to a parish church unless specific permis- forms associated with those professions Of course, he was a great missionary. He live by any standard other than the sion is granted by the bishop for the and because it is frequently celebrated traveled across the world of Asia Minor, Gospel is to stand on a lava field hoping marriage to take place elsewhere. around the feast of St. Luke, patron of Greece and finally Rome itself, and actu- to find sustenance. † The reason is that our churches, our physicians, when white Mass vestments ally proclaimed the message of Christ. buildings for prayer and worship, are are worn. Some of these Christian communities Readers may submit prose, considered sacred places where our most endure today in the persons of descen- poetry with Lenten theme sacred events should take place. Do we fulfill our Sunday or holy day dants of the first Christians. Certainly the sacramental marriage of QMass obligation by attending Mass in Over the centuries, millions of The Criterion invites readers to submit Christian people—two Catholics or a the home of a retired priest? We had a Christians in many other places have original prose or poetry with a Lenten Catholic and a baptized Christian of discussion about this, but I think those found depth and strength from Paul theme for possible use in the “My another denomination—is one of them. who say no have no law to back them up. through the medium of his epistles. Journey to God” column. Thus, not only because it is an act of (Massachusetts) His great contribution was his faith in, Send submissions with name, address worship, but because a wedding is an and knowledge of, Christ. This reading is and telephone number to The Criterion, especially solemn public act of our faith, Canon law (#1248) states, “A person an example. The Resurrection was the P.O. Box 1717, Indianapolis, IN 46206 or the parish church is obviously the pre- Awho assists at a Mass celebrated any- unique, profound episode in the life of by e-mail to [email protected]. † ferred location. where in a Catholic rite either on the feast As I said, exceptions to this rule are day itself or in the evening of the preced- possible at the discretion of the local ing day satisfies the obligation of partici- My Journey to God bishop. One reason, for example, could pating in the Mass.” be when one or both partners, Catholic Church law formerly required that or otherwise, have so little connection Sunday and holy day obligations be ful- Hard and Steep, the Climb to Eternity with or respect for their Christian faith filled in a church or certain oratories that a church wedding would be mean- (chapels). However, that need no longer The laughing baby in his mother’s arms, Though sharp the stones beneath our ingless for them, perhaps even for their exists. Adored and pampered, does not bleeding knees, families. Some people also seem unaware that comprehend Take heart! His angels guard each The usual policy for your diocese the Mass attended need not be the Sunday He has embarked, despite his infant valiant soul. would be the one set by your own bishop. Mass with its proper readings and charms , Their melodies of mercy and of peace If the non-Catholic party in an inter- prayers. Those participating in a Saturday On the trek of living: he must ascend Assure us that His love will make us faith marriage is not baptized (in other evening wedding Mass, for example, are That narrow, upward trail from birth whole. words, the marriage would not be a not obliged to attend another Mass the to death, Our Father’s grace will mitigate our Christian sacrament, according to following day. Which marks the gate to never-ending sins. Catholic theology), the wedding may be life. The long, hard journey ends where Life celebrated either in church or at some (A free brochure answering questions that God’s children all, through heartache, begins. other suitable place; that might be an Catholics ask about the sacrament of joy and strife, outdoor location. penance is available by sending a Begin their climb with that first trembling By Anna-Margaret Sullivan These regulations are found in the stamped and self-addressed envelope to breath. Code of Canon Law (#1118). Father John Dietzen, Box 325, Peoria, IL 61651. Questions may be sent to Father (Anna-Margaret O’Sullivan is a member of St. Rose of Lima Parish in Franklin.) Our Catholic newspaper referred Dietzen at the same address or by e-mail Qrecently to a Red Mass, which was at [email protected].) † Page 22 The Criterion Friday, February 9, 2001

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Information: 317-788- Altar Society, euchre party, “Exploring Our Catholic Faith” Holy Rosary Church, 520 St. Joseph Church, 2605 St. St. Lawrence Chapel, 6944 E. 7581. 1:30 p.m., $3 per person. workshop, Benedictine Father Stevens St., Indianapolis. Joe Rd. W., Sellersburg. 46th St., Indianapolis. Guerric DeBona and Dr. Tridentine (Latin) Mass, Mon.- Shepherds of Christ rosary, Adoration of the Blessed February 10 Mary’s Schoenstatt, Rexville, Richard Stern, Fri. 7-9:30 p.m., Fri., noon; Wed., Fri., 5:30 prayers after 7 p.m. Mass. Sacrament, 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, (located on 925 South, .8 mile Fri. 9 a.m-noon, Sat. 1-4 p.m., p.m. Information: 317-636- Mass. 2322 N. 13½ St., Terre Haute. east of 421 South, 12 miles $50, less for seniors. 4478. Candlelight Mass for married south of Versailles). “Roses Registration: 317-955-6451. Holy Name Parish, 89 N. 17th couples, call by Feb. 7. and Hearts Compartment,” St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 St., Beech Grove. Prayer St. Mary Church, 415 E. Information: 812-232-8400. 2:30 p.m., followed by Mass, February 17 Central Ave., Indianapolis. group, 2:30-3:30 p.m. Eighth St., New Albany. 3:30 p.m., Father Elmer St. Andrew School Cafeteria, Prayer line, 317-767-9479. Shepherds of Christ prayers for 4052 E. 38th St., Indianapolis. lay and religious vocations, St. Anne Parish, Hamburg. Chili supper, bring your own 7 p.m. Weekly “The Faith Explained,” by drinks, admission $2. ITTLE OMPANY OF ARY Information: 317-546-7649. Sundays Father Greg Bramlage, 7- L C M 8:30 p.m. Information: 812- St. Malachy Church, 326 N. Holy Rosary Church, 520 934-5854. Green St., Brownsburg. SISTERS Knights of Columbus Hall, Stevens St., Indianapolis. Liturgy of the Hours, 7 p.m. Batesville. “A Night on Tridentine Mass, 10 a.m. Information: 317-852-3195. 9350 South California Avenue St. Joan of Arc Parish, 4217 Broadway,” Oldenburg Evergreen Park, IL 60805 Academy’s 12th annual dinner Central Ave., Indianapolis. St. Rita Church, 1733 Dr. Bible sharing, 7 p.m. Christ the King Chapel, 1827 and auction, 6 p.m., $37.50 per Andrew J. Brown Ave., person. Reservations: Information: 317-283-5508. Kessler Blvd. E. Dr., SINGLE CATHOLIC WOMEN OVER 21 Indianapolis. Mass in Indianapolis. Marian prayers Oldenburg Academy Vietnamese, 2 p.m. Development Office, 812-933- Wednesdays for priests, 5:30-6:30 a.m. considering religious life 0737. Divine Mercy Chapel, 3354 W. 30th St. (behind St. Michael St. Joseph Church, 2605 St. Fatima K of C, 1040 N. Post Church), Indianapolis. Marian February 18 Joe Road W., Sellersburg. “Be Road, Indianapolis. Euchre, We are focused on healthcare prayers for priests, 3-4 p.m. Ike and Jonesy’s, 17 Jackson Not Afraid” holy hour, 6 p.m., 7 p.m. Information: 317-638- ministries: nursing, social Information: 317-271-8016. Pl., Indianapolis. All Saints confessions, Benediction. 8416. services, chaplaincy, health School, Blues for Kids, 5-9 education, foreign missions, p.m., $12. Information: 317- Christ the King Church, 1827 Our Lady of the Greenwood 636-3739. Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish administration... Kessler Blvd. E. Dr., Chapel, 335 S. Meridian St., Hall, 1125 S. Meridian St., February 20 Indianapolis. Exposition of Greenwood. Rosary and Indianapolis. Adult religious the Blessed Sacrament, 7:30-9 Chaplet of Divine Mercy, St. John the Evangelist education, 7:30 p.m. p.m.; rosary for world peace, 7 p.m. Rectory, Blue Room, 126 W. Information: 317-638-5551. Sister Jean Stickney, L.C.M. 8 p.m. Georgia St., Indianapolis. Vocation Director Lecture series, Franciscan Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Fridays Fax: 708/422-2212 Sister Barbara Leonhard, St. Gabriel Church, 6000 W. Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., St. Susanna Church, 1210 E. Voice Mail: 708/229-5797 “Living Christian Spirituality 34th St., Indianapolis. Spanish Indianapolis. Adult Survivors —See ACTIVE LIST, page 23 E-mail: [email protected]

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group, 6:30 a.m.; Indianapolis The Active List, continued from page 22 St. Luke Church, 7575 Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Athletic Club, breakfast, talk, Holliday Dr. E., Indianapolis. Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., 7:15-8:30 a.m., $20. Main St., Plainfield. Adoration Our Lady of the Greenwood Holy hour for priestly and Indianapolis. Catholic Information: Mike Fox, 317- of the Blessed Sacrament, St. Mary Church, 415 E. Church, 335 S. Meridian St., religious vocations, 7 p.m. Widowed Organization, 7-9:30 259-6000. 8 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Eighth St., New Albany. Greenwood. Devotions and p.m. Information: 317-784- Eucharistic adoration, recon- sacrament of reconciliation, Third Sundays 1102. St. Francis Hall Chapel, after 8 a.m. Mass. Mary’s Schoenstatt, Rexville St. Lawrence Chapel, 6944 E. ciliation, after 9 p.m. Mass- Marian College, 3200 Cold (located on 925 South, .8 mile 46th St., Indianapolis. midnight. Holy Family Parish, Main St., Spring Rd., Indianapolis. east of 421 South., 12 miles Adoration of the Blessed Holy Angels Church, 740 W. Oldenburg. Support group for Catholic Charismatic Renewal south of Versailles). Holy Sacrament, 7 a.m.-5:30 p.m. 28th St., Indianapolis. the widowed, 7 p.m. of Central Indiana, Mass and Christ the King Church, 1827 Hour, 2:30 p.m.; Mass, 3:30 Benediction and Mass. Exposition of the Blessed Information: 812-934-2524. healing service, 7 p.m. Kessler Blvd. E. Dr., p.m., Father Elmer Burwinkel. Sacrament, 11 a.m.-noon. Indianapolis. Exposition of Information: 812-689-3551. E- Third Saturdays Affiliated Women’s Services, the Blessed Sacrament after mail: [email protected]. Calvary Mausoleum Chapel, St. Andrew Church, 4052 E. Inc. (abortion clinic), 2215 7:15 a.m. Mass-5:30 p.m. St. Mary Church, 415 E. 435 Troy Ave., Indianapolis. Eighth St., New Albany. 38th St., Indianapolis. Mass Distributors Dr., Indianapolis. Benediction and service. Mass, 2 p.m. for Life by archdiocesan Pro-life rosary, 10 a.m. Eucharistic adoration and con- Christ the King Church, 1827 Kessler Blvd. E. Dr., Office of Pro-Life Activities, fessions after 9 p.m. Mass. Third Thursdays Indianapolis. Exposition of 8:30 a.m.; walk to Clinic for St. Peter Church, 1207 East Our Lady of Peace Mausoleum Christ the King Chapel, 1827 the Blessed Sacrament, 2 Women (abortion clinic), 2951 Rd., Brookville. Exposition of Second Mondays Chapel, 9001 Haverstick Rd., Kessler Blvd. E. Dr., Indian- p.m.-7 a.m. (Monday); rosary, E. 38th St., rosary; return to the Blessed Sacrament after 8 Church at Mount St. Francis. Indianapolis. Mass, 2 p.m. apolis. Marian prayers for 8 p.m. Open until midnight. church for Benediction. a.m. Communion service- Holy hour for vocations to priests, 5:30-6:30 a.m. 1 p.m. priesthood and religious life, 7 p.m. Third Mondays St. Elizabeth’s, 2500 Church- Fourth Saturdays Saturdays First Saturdays St. Matthew Parish, 4100 E. man Ave., Indianapolis. Our Lady of Guadalupe Clinic for Women (abortion St. Nicholas Church, 6461 E. Second Tuesdays 56th St., Indianapolis. Young Daughters of Isabella, Convent Chapel, 8300 Roy clinic), E. 38th St. and Parker St. Nicholas Dr., Sunman. St. Pius X Parish, 7200 Sarto Widowed Group (by arch- Madonna Circle meeting, Road, Indianapolis, Euchar- Ave., Indianapolis. Pro-life Mass, praise and worship, Dr., Indianapolis. Separated diocesan Office for Youth and noon, dessert and beverages istic Holy Hour for Life, rosary, 9:30 a.m. 8 a.m.; then SACRED gather- and Divorced Catholics sup- Family Ministries), 7:30 p.m. served. Information: 317-849- 10:30-11:30 a.m., faith sharing ing in the school. port group, 7-9 p.m. Child care available. 5840. and Scripture reflection, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Holy Rosary Church, 520 Information: 317-578-8254. Information: 317-236-1586. Stevens St., Indianapolis. Third Fridays Information: Servants of the Tridentine Mass, 9 a.m. Little Flower Chapel, 4720 E. Second Thursdays Third Wednesdays Blessed Sacrament Chapel, Gospel of Life Sister Diane 13th St., Indianapolis. Focolare Movement, Komro St. Jude Church, 5353 SS. Peter and Paul Cathedral, Carollo, director of the arch- Apostolate of Fatima holy home, Indianapolis. McFarland Rd., Indianapolis. 1347 N. Meridian St., diocesan Office of Pro-Life St. Patrick Church, 950 hour, 2 p.m. Gathering, 7:30 p.m. Rosary, 6:15 p.m. Information: Indianapolis. Mass for Activities, 317-236-1521 or Prospect St., Indianapolis. Information: 317-257-1073. 317-783-1445. Civitas Dei, Catholic business 800-382-9836, ext. 1521. † Mass in English, 4 p.m. Monthly First Sundays St. Paul Church, 218 Scheller Ave., Sellersburg. Prayer group, 7-8:15 p.m. Information: 812-246-4555. Leading the way to Fatima K of C, 1040 N. Post Road, Indianapolis. Euchre, 1 p.m. Information: 317-638- 8416. a healthier community. First Mondays Archbishop O’Meara Catholic Center, 1400 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. Guardian Angel Guild board meeting, 9:30 a.m. First Tuesdays Divine Mercy Chapel, 3354 W. 30th St., Indianapolis. Confession, 6:45 p.m.; Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament, 7:30 p.m. St. Joseph Church, 2605 St. Joe Rd. W., Sellersburg. Holy hour for religious vocations, Benediction and exposition of Blessed Sacrament after 7 p.m. Mass. First Fridays Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church, 1752 Scheller Lane, New Albany. Adoration, con- cluding with confessions at 6 Since its earliest p.m. Benediction at 6:45 p.m. beginnings, St. Francis Holy Guardian Angels Church, 405 U.S. 52, Cedar Grove. Eucharistic adoration Hospital & Health Centers has after 8 a.m. Mass-5 p.m. Our Lady of Lourdes Church, been committed to its community. To meet 5333 E. Washington St., Indianapolis. Exposition of the needs of those it serves, St. Francis offers a full Blessed Sacrament, prayer ser- vice, 7:30 p.m. range of services including cardiac care, bone marrow transplants, Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, 1530 Union St., Indianapolis. Exposition of Blessed OB and women’s services and orthopedic surgery, for which it was recently rated Sacrament after 8 a.m. Mass- noon communion service. "Best in the Nation." Call (317) 782-7997 for more information. St. Vincent de Paul Church, 1723 “I” St., Bedford. Exposition of Blessed Sacrament, after 8:30 a.m. Mass-9 p.m.; reconciliation, 4- 6 p.m. St. Joseph Church, 113 S. 5th Beech Grove · Indianapolis · Mooresville St., Terre Haute. Eucharistic www.stfrancishospitals.org adoration, after 9 a.m. Mass- 5 p.m.; rosary, noon. Page 24 The Criterion Friday, February 9, 2001 Funding for faith-based initiatives seen as first hurdle WASHINGTON (CNS)—The first real test of whether The rate at which contract agencies are reimbursed Daly said she looks forward to any efforts to “remove President Bush’s proposed faith-based initiatives will suc- for services provided on the government’s behalf is far some of the mindless rules” of participating in govern- ceed in changing the way the nation’s social services are too low, she said. That means the sponsoring agencies ment-funded programs—such as a prohibition on having provided will come in his budget proposal, said an official have to subsidize the actual costs of counseling or day crosses on the walls of Church-based day care programs with Catholic Charities USA. care that the government does not directly offer. that are subsidized in part by the government. Sharon Daly, vice president for social policy at “Our agencies hardly ever get reimbursed more than Bush also proposed: Catholic Charities, said she sees some very good ideas in two-thirds or three-quarters of the costs,” Daly said. If • Allowing taxpayers who do not itemize their deduc- the proposal for encouraging community and faith-based the reimbursement formula doesn’t change, the need to tions to receive tax credit for contributions to charities. groups to have an expanded role in social services. subsidize government-funded programs by itself will • Permitting withdrawals without penalty from She said she particularly welcomes Bush’s proposal for be a hurdle that keeps some faith-based and commu- Individual Retirement Accounts for contributions to new tax deductions for charitable donations and thinks his nity organizations from participating, she believes. charity. description of what he considers the “right role” for faith- The 1,400 local agencies affiliated with Catholic • Raising the cap on corporate charitable donations. based groups in the government is appropriately balanced. Charities USA serve about 10 million people a year in • Limiting corporate liability for donations of equip- “The real test will be the president’s budget, though,” a combination of government-funded and privately ment. she said. If plans to have more nongovernmental groups funded programs. • Encouraging states to offer tax credits for contributions handling social services do not include expanded funding Bush’s Jan. 29 executive orders launching the pro- to anti-poverty charities. for those services, “somebody is going to be left out.” gram established a White House Office of Faith-Based Besides her funding questions, Daly said she hopes the “The bottom line is if there’s not additional money, it’s and Community Initiatives and called on five Cabinet new initiatives will truly allow faith-based organizations going to be hurting care,” Daly said. agencies to do the same. Those would operate in the to compete for the programs they want to operate. Bush For instance, there is already a nationwide shortage of departments of Justice, Education, Labor, Health and specifically mentioned his interest in having the religious affordable housing, Daly explained. If the faith-based ini- Human Services, and Housing and Urban Develop- and community groups work with children of prisoners, tiative only pulls more organizations into the pool of ment. HUD has had such an office since 1997. inmate rehabilitation, maternity homes and after-school those trying to provide low-cost housing with too little The offices are charged with eliminating the barriers programs. money, fewer, not more, poor families will end up being to faith-based and community groups running social Daly said within the last few years for-profit compa- accommodated. service programs with government funding. They also nies have begun competing with charitable organizations Bush’s budget, expected in early February, also needs will be expected to coordinate public education and for government prison-related and day-care contracts, for to cover a more realistic reimbursement rate for social mobilize support for charitable organizations through example. With the access to capital that for-profit compa- services that already are handled by organizations like volunteerism, public-private partnerships and financial nies have, they have an instant advantage over nonprofit those affiliated with Catholic Charities, Daly said. contributions. organizations, she explained. †

Church and a resurgence of its pastoral structures. But international discussions initiated leading to a new but this success story has been clouded by the East European more humane relationship,” he wrote. “The Iraqi people NewsNews briefsbriefs country’s continuing economic struggles, which have cannot wait.” taken a heavy toll on families and young people, he said. U.S. “It is urgent that younger generations receive preparation Aid reaching earthquake survivors for building a better future in their own country, overcom- in western India, says CRS Through service learning, Catholic ing the temptations of emigration and the illusion of easy success in foreign lands,” the pope said. WASHINGTON (CNS)—Relief supplies are reaching high school expands lessons earthquake survivors in western India, and materials for ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn. (CNS)—Keith Leiseth’s biol- Happy tourists carry off Vatican shelter are among their most critical needs, said a ogy lessons extend far beyond the borders of his classroom Catholic Relief Services worker. In a Feb. 5 telephone at Benilde-St. Margaret’s Catholic High School in St. Louis Christmas tree decorations interview from Bhuj, one of the most seriously affected Park. In one project, students wade into Minnehaha Creek areas, David Snyder of Catholic Relief Services said CRS VATICAN CITY (CNS)—The Nativity scene still staff have been delivering supplies to the surrounding vil- with nets to collect tiny organisms. Back at school, they standing in St. Peter’s Square in early February was not identify their findings under a microscope, record the infor- lages. CRS is the U.S. bishops’ international relief and as odd a sight as the happy tourists leaving the square car- development agency. “Our supply line is kind of kicking mation and send it to the Minnehaha Creek Watershed rying large gold or silver balls. The unusual souvenirs had District, which uses the students’ research to determine into high gear now,” he said. The aid “mobilized in the hung on the Vatican Christmas tree since mid-December. U.S. and around the world is really starting to get here where pollutants are entering the stream. In the process, the As Vatican workmen dismantled the Nativity scene and students gain important insights about their environment and have the impact getting out to people.” The main used a crane to remove decorations from the massive tree needs are for shelter, he said. and how humans’ lifestyles affect their natural surround- Feb. 5, many of the plastic ornaments crashed to the ings. Leiseth’s science lessons are just one example of “ser- ground and burst. But those that workers managed to PEOPLE vice learning,” a fairly new curricular idea for which catch were given to members of the crowd which had Benilde-St. Margaret’s has become a national model. gathered to watch and shout their pleas for a special Service learning combines community service with class- Vatican souvenir. NRLC to give ‘Proudly Pro-Life room activities to both enhance student learning and strengthen the community. Caritas Europe report urges end Award’ to Father Pavone to sanctions against Iraq NEW YORK (CNS)—Priests for Life has announced WORLD that its international director, Father Frank Pavone, will MANCHESTER, England (CNS)—The United receive the 2001 “Proudly Pro-Life Award” from the Pope says Albanian youths need Nations and Western governments should immediately National Right to Life Committee at an April 25 banquet encouragement to stay in homeland suspend sanctions against Iraq, said Europe’s leading in New York. Father Pavone, a priest of the New York Catholic aid agencies. Representatives of Caritas Archdiocese who became national director of the 40,000- VATICAN CITY (CNS)—Pope John Paul II encour- Europe made the recommendations in their Feb. 5 member pro-life group in 1993, has traveled to all 50 aged Albania’s bishops to focus their pastoral attention on report, “A People Sacrificed: Sanctions Against Iraq.” states and five continents to fight abortion. He became younger generations and help them resist the temptation In his preface to the delegation report, Denis Vienot, international director of Priests for Life when he was of “easy success” outside their homeland. The pope, president of Caritas Europe, said the recommendation asked by the Vatican’s Pontifical Council for the Family speaking to the bishops Feb. 3 during their ad limina vis- was simple, clear and could be quickly implemented. to coordinate pro-life activities worldwide. He was an its to the Vatican, said the decade following the fall of “Sanctions against Iraq must be immediately sus- official with the council from 1996 until 1998, and still communism in Albania had brought new freedom for the pended—with a view to their ultimate lifting—and collaborates with it on pro-life activities. †

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Priests for a New Millennium: to be invaluable instruments of the Lord, the service of the new evangelization. many roles heretofore exercised by A Series of Essays on the the means by which the Lord Jesus shep- The tasks of the priest are many, and priests alone. “If, for example, the laity herds his people and nourishes them the bishops show great wisdom in recog- can exercise roles … that were previ- Ministerial Priesthood by the with the precious food of the Holy nizing the challenge the priests of the ously the priests’ exclusive domain … is Catholic Bishops of the United Eucharist. new millennium face. They also show it any wonder that the identity of priests States As the stability of the priesthood is great admiration for the priests who have might be blurred and their confidence increasingly undermined by the secular “borne the heat of the day” (Bishop shaken” (Bishop Howard J. Hubbard). Paperback, 213 pp., $9.95, plus $1.75 postage media on one hand and, on the other, by Robert N. Lynch) and who routinely and This book was written to encourage, and handling those within the Church who lobby without fanfare put in “full but fulfilling enlighten, nourish and strengthen priests Published by: Secretariat for Priestly Life and aggressively for changes incompatible days” (Bishop Cupich). “so that they might be able to continue Ministry, United States Catholic Conference with doctrine definitively stated, this If one common thread among the to respond to Christ’s call to be nourish- book is a most welcome arrival. essays is a keen insight into the work of ment for the people they serve” (Bishop While each essay reflects the unique priests, a second but no less important Richard Hanifen). Reviewed by Father Daniel J. Mahan insight, experience point of conver- Priests, seminarians and those who are and perspective of gence is the wis- considering a vocation to the priesthood In his 1992 apostolic exhortation, I the contributing ‘Our identity is something dom that no mat- will find this book helpful and insightful, Will Give You Shepherds (Pastores Dabo bishop, there are ter how many a book to be savored over prayer. Vobis), Pope John two significant more than the ministry we tasks he Those among the laity who are Paul II states boldly: threads that con- do. The ministerial priesthood embraces, the engaged directly in Church work will be “The time has come nect and bind them is the visible presence of priest is not able to take from this book a better to speak courageously together. defined by what appreciation of the life of the priests about priestly life as The first is a Christ as he calls all people to he does but by with whom they collaborate in ministry. a priceless gift and a genuine under- unity. The ministerial priest- who he is. They will better understand that clarity splendid and privi- standing on the part “Our identity is in priestly identity is not a threat but a leged form of of the bishops of hood is a sacrament for the something more help for lay ministry, for, as the Christian living.” the life of priests unity of the Church, a sacra- than the ministry Catechism of the Catholic Church says, Priests for a New and an affection ment of Christ the pastor and we do,” Arch- “The ministerial priesthood is at the ser- Millennium is a and esteem for bishop Buechlein vice of the common priesthood. It is remarkable collection of essays that does their brother the Bridegroom.’ reflects. “The directed at the unfolding of the bap- just that. Thirteen bishops contribute to priests. Bishop —Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein ministerial priest- tismal grace of all Christians” (#1547). this publication, all of them current shep- John M. D’Arcy of hood is the visible Finally, the many “friends of the herds of dioceses across the country. (Our Fort Wayne-South presence of Christ priests,” i.e., those who support and own Archbishop Daniel M. Buechlein, Bend writes elo- as he calls all encourage the work of priests on a O.S.B., contributed one of the essays, quently of the need each priest has for a people to unity. The ministerial priest- weekly and daily basis, will resonate “The Sacramental Identity of the deep, inner life of prayer in order to inter- hood is a sacrament for the unity of the with the insights from the bishops and Ministerial Priesthood: ‘In Persona nalize his calling and to respond more Church, a sacrament of Christ the pastor will find cause for giving thanks to God Christi.’ ”) lovingly in his priestly ministry. and the Bridegroom. The ministerial for the “gift and mystery” that is the In their writings, the bishops affirm Bishop Blase J. Cupich of Rapid City priesthood is the visible presence of sacrament of holy orders. the life and ministry of ordained priests writes of the challenges the priest faces Christ the High Priest in the Church in in our country. They write about and to in balancing the increasingly complex ‘the last days.’ ” (Father Daniel Mahan, pastor of St. Luke priests whose ranks are increasingly demands of parish administration with This insight into the nature of the Parish in Indianapolis, is a member of strained and who are asked to minister his primary responsibility of bringing priesthood is critical in our Church the editorial committee of the board of amidst a constantly changing demo- “the disciples entrusted to his care into today, especially as the laity embrace directors of Criterion Press Inc.) † graphic and cultural landscape. 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of eight. Great-grandfather of Grandmother of eight. Great- 69, Our Lady of the Green- Edwards. Uncle of several. six. grandmother of 13. wood, Greenwood, Jan. 29. WOLF, Mary R., 89, Prince of DUGAN, Charlotte KLEINFELTER, John A., 82, Husband of Dorothy (Smith) Peace, Madison, Jan. 29. Sensback. Father of Diane Catherine, 88, St. Roch, St. Michael, Brookville, Jan. Mother of David Wolf. Sister of Thiesing and Donald Sensback. Rest in peace Indianapolis, Jan. 29. Wife of 23. Uncle of several. Helen Flock, George and Brother of Carol Brammer and Joseph Dugan. Mother of KRATZ, Richard L., 56, Betty Havens. Robert Wolf. St. Michael, Indianapolis, Laurie Jackson, Jennifer Please submit in writing to our St. Augustine, Jeffersonville, WOLKE, William, 69, Holy office by 10 a.m. Mon. the Jan. 20. Husband of Mary VanBlarcum, Greg and Joseph Jan. 29. Father of Rachelle SHELDON, Pauline Mae, 73, Family, Richmond, Jan. 25. week of publication; be sure to Cassidy. Father of Ann Bernard, Dugan. Grandmother of four. King and Richard Kratz. Son of St. Gabriel, Connersville, Father of Carol Wolke. Father state date of death. Obituaries Catherine Ray and Susan Great-grandmother of four. Eulalia Kratz. Brother of Feb. 2. Mother of Debra of archdiocesan priests and Cassidy. Grandfather of three. DYER, Thomas, Sr., 73, St. Thomas Kratz. Grandfather of Brown, Linda Hindel, Sandy of Patricia Brown and Douglas Roberts, Judith Uebel, Karen Wolke. Brother of Mary Conder religious sisters serving our CHAMBERLIN, John B., Sr., Lawrence, Indianapolis, Jan. two. and Betty Jackson. archdiocese are listed elsewhere 64, Holy Name, Beech Grove, 14. Father of Sharon Daniels, KRUPINSKI, Richard A., Wickes, Michael and Richard in The Criterion. Order priests Jan. 7. Husband of Patricia Teresa Dobins, Virginia Flynn, St. Gabriel, Indianapolis, Sheldon. Grandmother of 15. ZAPPIA, Dr. Dominic and brothers are included here, (O’Connor) Chamberlin. Father Cheryl Richey, David, Stephen Jan. 21. Husband of Shirley Great-grandmother of 16. Anthony, Nativity, Indian- unless they are natives of the of Julie, James, John Jr. and and Thomas Dyer Jr. Brother of Krupinski. Father of Madonna STAMM, Virginia M., 81, Our apolis, Jan. 22. Husband of archdiocese or have other Philip Chamberlin. Brother of Martha Schull. Grandfather of McKay, Monte Krupinski and Lady of Perpetual Help, New Mary Rose (Schimizzi) Zappia. connections to it. Catherine Shabowski and Philip 23. Great-grandfather of eight. Anthony Wilkerson. Brother of Albany, Jan. 27. Sister of Bea Father of Mary Frances Arnold, APRILE, Vincent J., 80, Chamberlin. Grandfather of GILBERT, James Norman, David, Dennis and Thomas and Joseph Stamm. Theresa Ann Hayden and Sacred Heart, Jeffersonville, five. 66, St. Rose of Lima, Franklin, Krupinski. Grandfather of 12. TREACY, Bernard J., 86, Josephine Spilker. Brother of Jan. 17. Husband of Charlotte COLOMBO, Mary A., 89, Jan. 18. Husband of Elizabeth LARISON, Joan, 76, Holy Spirit, Indianapolis, Theresa Schimizzi and Rocco M. Aprile. Father of Dianne, J. Sacred Heart, Clinton, Jan. 23. Gilbert. Father of Jeffrey, St. Joseph, Indianapolis, Jan. 4. Brother of Catherine Zappia. Grandfather of four. † Vincent II and Kevin Aprile. Mother of Larry Colombo. Norman and Thomas Gilbert. Jan. 26. Mother of David Son of Nellie Gambrel. Brother of Joseph Aprile. Aunt of several. Larison. Grandmother of six. Grandfather of five. Brother of Audrey Ingram and CROENNE, Beatrice Great-grandmother of 11. BENETTI, Elizabeth, 81, Barbara Wood. Grandfather of Adrienne (Coquelle), 94, two. McKENNEY, Earl, 57, Good Sacred Heart, Clinton, Jan. 25. Sacred Heart of Jesus, Terre Shepherd, Indianapolis, Jan. 25. GLOGOZA, Ethel Louise, 78, Mother of Chris Benetti. Haute, Jan. 17. Mother of Joyce Husband of Kelly McKenney. St. Christopher, Indianapolis, Grandmother of one. Kane and Jeanne Kapps. Father of Tammy Hartwell, Jan. 12. Wife of William BRAMMER, Betty, 78, Grandmother of five. Great- Donald Alford, Jill, Natalia and Glogoza. Mother of Jerry St. Michael, Greenfield, Jan. 5. grandmother of two. Jimmy McKenney. Mother of Kathy Bunch, Mayfield. Sister of Dorothy DALY, Anna Laverne MEIER, Hilda A., 94, Holy Donald and Michael Brammer. Elmore. Grandmother of three. (Bostian), 87, Holy Name, Family, Richmond, Jan. 29. Sister of Margaret Hague. Great-grandmother of four. Beech Grove, Jan. 22. Mother Mother of Ronald Bolser. BRYANT, Mary Alice, 79, GRONOTTE, Albert C., Jr., Grandmother of two. Great- of Catherine Adimare, Carol 68, Our Lady of Perpetual St. Barnabas, Indianapolis, Day, Mary Josephine DeFord, grandmother of three. Jan. 23. Wife of Virgil Bryant. Help, New Albany, Jan. 26. Pearl Faust, Flora Hammill, Husband of Rosemary MINER, Louise P., 81, Mother of Mary Margaret Ann Kalimare and Anita Smith. St. Andrew, Richmond, Jan. 29. O’Connor. Sister of Peggy (Hartmann) Gronotte. Father of Sister of Madonna Strunk. Cindy Bauder, Jane Cahill, Mother of Patricia Sage. Sister Bryant, Nancy Plummer, Patty Grandmother of 26. Great- of Margaret Taylor. Runow, Carolyn Wachstetter Danny, Joe and John Gronotte. grandmother of 42. Great-great- Brother of Benedictine Sisters Grandmother of two. Great- and Tom Watts. Grandmother of grandmother of three. grandmother of four. one. Great-grandmother of two. Alice Marie and Phyllis DAUGHERTY, Curtis A., 84, Gronotte. Grandfather of 11. MOROZ, Pete J., 82, Sacred BUSSMAN, Elizabeth, 90, Holy Family, New Albany, Jan. Great-grandfather of two. Heart of Jesus, Terre Haute, St. Malachy, Brownsburg, Jan. 31. Husband of Cecilia GUERRERO, Gladys M. Jan. 21. Brother of Michael 25. Mother of Mary Wolsifer (Volpert), Daugherty. Father of Moroz. Uncle of two. and Hank Bussman. Grand- “Linda,” 72, Christ the King, Christine Barkman, Mary Ann Indianapolis, Jan. 29. Mother of PUSICH, Joseph, 80, Sacred mother of six. Great-grand- Trent and Joseph Daugherty. Gigi Leppert, Tanya Whitaker Heart of Jesus, Terre Haute, mother of 16. Brother of Martha Fugit and and Ronald Guerrero. Sister of Jan. 22. Husband of Catherine CASSIDY, David Lee, 69, Elizabeth Jeffries. Grandfather Idia Figueroa and Raphael (Biscan) Pusich. Father of Sheila Maldonado. Grandmother of Barnhart and John Pusich. Son five. of Mary Pusich. Brother of HIGGINS, Michael Joseph, Florence Hayes and Lillian 82, SS. Peter and Paul Noonekamp. Grandfather of six. The Society of Cathedral, Indianapolis, Jan. 29. Great-grandfather of one. Husband of June Higgins. RIEHLE, Francis Xavier, Sr., St. Vincent de Paul Stepfather of Marida Plumhoff, 86, St. Peter, Brookville, Jan. 25. Theresa Williamson, Daniel, Husband of Eunice (Faust) Memorial Program Michael and Paul Veerkamp. Riehle. Father of Linda Fullen- Step-grandfather of 11. Step- kamp, Cindy Nurrenberg, Kathy great-grandfather of seven. Tekulve, Francis Jr. and John HOUGH, Agnes E., 81, Riehle. Brother of Generose St. Andrew, Richmond, Jan. 26. Weisenbach. Grandfather of 14. Sister of Anna Campbell, Hilda Great-grandfather of 11. Denny, Rosemary Ramsey, RISCH, Joseph J., 78, Ellen Shaw, Florence Tieman, St. Rose of Lima, Franklin, Charles, John and Joseph Jan. 24. Husband of Stella Smith. Risch. Father of Sharon Findley ICE, Elizabeth J., 71, Holy and Judy McGinnis. Brother of Family, New Albany, Jan. 24. Ruth Acker and Raymond CNS photo The symbol shows the giving and receiving hands. Sister of Mary Ann Murphy and Risch. Grandfather of three. The hand of Christ gives to the world. The hand of James Ellis. Aunt of several. SANTILLI, Anthony Paul, 70, the Vincentian receives the gift and in turn gives to KIEFER, Catherine Cecilia Sacred Heart of Jesus, Terre the waiting hand of the poor. Memorial donations Attention getter (Dorgan), 93, Immaculate Haute, Jan. 27. Husband of enable us to fulfill the meaning of the symbol. Heart of Mary, Indianapolis, Roberta Santilli. Father of Rose Students at St. Stanislaus School in East Chicago, Ind., watch Feb. 1. Mother of Providence Ann Johnson. Brother of Helen carefully as naturalist Michael Paschall displays a snake on Ask Your Funeral Director or Write: Sister Ann Michele Kiefer, Santilli. Jan. 26 during a lesson on reptiles. SVDP Society • Box 19133 • Indianapolis, IN 46219 Jacob and Michael Kiefer. SENSBACK, Donald Urban,

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