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A BANNER OF LOVE was prepared for Pope John Paul IPs visit to the United a possible site for a 1993 international youth event that would be attended States inl987. Denver is one of several U.S. cities now under consideration as by the pope and 60,000 youth from around the globe. j.™.b.c/dcr p*.ou, Denver consideied in for International i Youth Forum By Colleen Smith Mason Denver is among five United States cities under consideration as a host site for the 1993 International Youth Forum. The even bigger news is that the International Youth M Forum, instituted by Pope John Paul II, would mean a visit from the Holy Father. The Vatican organizes the youth rally, which likely L would draw 60,000 youth from around the globe, 350 bishops from across the nation, and as many as 1,000 A CELEBRATION of Black History Month brought Sister Oralisa Martin, right, to Denver to speak at members of the media. a workshop sponsored by the Denver Council for Black Catholics Feb. 8 at Loyola Church. With her are Continued on page 6 Brother Gary Sawyer and Margaret Wright, Council Chair. See page 7 for the article. j.n*.b.c./dcr pt,oi« Page 2 — February 12, 1S>92 — Denver Catholic Register Abortion at the Capitol and C.U. Last week I took a long walk through Boulder As reported in the public media, the contents of the including the beautiful campus of the University of ARCHBISHOPS hearing were singularly inept from an ethical point of Colorado. University bookstores are favorite browsing view. Senator Joan Johnson (D-Adams Co.) is reported places for me so I eventually found the one at C.U. COLUMN to have equated the killing of a human being in the Among the textbooks used in philosophy courses, a womb with a male vasectomy! Senator Bonnie Allison book on practical ethics by Peter Singer of the Univer­ ness, capacity to feel, etc.” You may be left as breath­ (R-Edgewater) called the requirements of the bill “a sities of Monash, Oxford and LaTrobe caught ray less as I was after a first reading. Even though his view propaganda package of biased information.” attention. Not only had it been reprinted seventeen is astonishingly reductionist, at least Professor Singer Our public leaders shoiild not be permitted to get times since its 1979 publication, but there were a large stakes out a forthright position on the meaning of the away with such dangerous demagoguery. They de­ number of newly printed copies (1990) available for fetus. It has no more and no less value than a nonhuman mean themselves and the citizens of Colorado. The sale on the shelf. Apparently his text, “Practical Eth­ animal “with comparable morally relevant characteris­ public debate is rendered incomprehensible. The key ics,” is popular with the students. Most of the texts on tics.” questions one should ask our public officials are these: philosophy and ethics for sale at C.U.’s bookstore are It may be hard to believe but the utilitarian as moral 1) A woman has the right to choose to do what? products of the Enlightenment with an anti-religious philosopher may be one step ahead of those in the 2) What is the value attached to pregnancy? and/or anti-Christian bias. Singer’s book is no excep­ medical profession who, as I indicated in last week’s 3) What is the significance of the fetus? Is it simply tion. column, judge pregnancy to be a disease, and the fetus “tissue,” as one woman said on a recent T.V. talk show Like many university ethicists today,ProfessorSinger to be a morbid growth, a parasite in the womb. “Crossroads”? She appealed to the tenets of her Jewish is a utilitarian. For him the only validating moral norm Students who are confused by Singer’s practical faith to justify abortion of what she described as mere is the preferred status of human (or animal) conscious­ ethics at the University of Colorado at Boulder would “tissue.” ness. According to utilitarians, in making moral deci­ not have been much enlightened if they tuned into the Our public officials need to lift the level of pubhc sions one must choose the act which promotes the hearing at the State Capitol before the Senate Health, discourse. Why are they afraid to respond to questions enjoyment or lessens the misery of most people. Environment, Welfare and Institutions Committee last concerning the value and significance of the fetus? On abortion Professor Singer is crystal clear. Friday. After all, it is the fetus that is killed and mutilated in “Whether a being is or is not a member of our species The bill being heard called for a waiting period of abortion procedures. is, in itself, no more relevant to the wrongness of killing seventy-two hours before a legal abortion could be The questions mentioned above can be elaborated on it than whether it is or is not a member of our race. The performed in Colorado. Precious little information in the following way: belief that mere membership of our species, irrespec­ presently seems to be available to a woman seeking an 1) Do the governor and state legislators agree with tive of other characteristics, makes a great difference to abortion. Professional medical personnel, like a regis­ moral philosophers who equate the human fetus with a the wrongness of killing a being is a legacy of religious tered nurse in Wheat Ridge, indicated that “the consent nonhuman animal? doctrines which even those opposed to abortion hesitate form is usually the only information Colorado abortion 2) Do they agree with medical abortionists that the to bring into the debate.” patients have been found to receive prior to surgery. hiunan fetus is a morbid growth, a parasite in the Later he further develops his point, “On any fan- With other types of surgery, patients are given compre­ mother’s womb? comparison of morally relevant characteristics, like hensive packets ahead of time, while abortion is treated 3) Do they disagree with both of the above views? rationality, self-consciousness, awareness, autonomy, like some kind of emergency, to be done immediately Do they consider the fetus to be a human being? If not, pleasure and pain, and so on, the calf, the pig and the and without the benefit of material facts.” Against Dr. why not? If not, then what is the fetus? much derided chicken come out well ahead of the fetus Warren Hem, Director of the Boulder Abortion Clinic, at any stage of pregnancy—while if we make the com­ she argued persuasively that the proposed “legislation J. Francis Stafford parison with a fetus of less than three months, a fish, or may be the only protective advocacy available to yoimg Archbishop of Denver even a prawn would show more signs of consciousness. girls with crisis pregnancies.” My suggestion, then, is that we accord the life of a fetus A letter to the archbishop no greater value than the life of a nonhuman animal at a similar level of rationality, self-consciousness, aware­ OFFICIAL Dear Archbishop Stafford, ARCHBISHOP’S OFHCE The Holy Father has received through the Apostolic 200 Josephine Street Nunciature the Peter’s Pence offering of $54,958.85 The Denver Catholic Register Denver, CO 80206 from your Archdiocese, and he assures you of his (USPS 557-020) gratitude for this gift. Th« Mo«t R*v*r*nd J. Fronds Stafford, D.D., publisher Robert H. Feeney, general manager Appointments His Holiness knows that your people’s faith moti­ Charlene Scott, editor Reverend Marcian O'Meara, appointed Pastor at vated their contributions and their willingness to assist Meg Sandoval Philips, reporter, editor El Pueblo Cotdllco him in the exercise of his office. He is appreciative of David Myers, reporter Good Shepherd Parish, Denver, Colorado; in addi­ this, and he prays that the Lord Jesus will grant you and Mary GoreckI Gosdmlnskl, desktop publishing operator tion to his duties as Secretary for Religious and the Colleen Smith Mason, special features all the Church in Denver an increase of the joy and peace James Baca, staff photographer Permanent Diaconate and Catholic Health Care. that flow from fidelity to the Gospel. 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FAX, 321-3693 manentDeacons, Deacon Francis and Betty BoseUi, Sincerely yours in Christ, Direct all Inquiries regarding changes of address, Deacon Jason and Mary Dowart, Deacon Edward subscriptions, etc., to Circulation Office, The Denver and Aurelia Lujan, Deacon Vernon Rompot, Dea­ Angelo Cardinal Sodano Catholic Register, 200 Josephine St., Denver, C O 80206. con John and Elaine Thunblom, Deacon Richard Secretary of State Editorial offices located at 200 Josephine, Denver,CO 80206. Subscriptions: $18.75 per year In Colorado; $27 and Sheila Vieira, Deacon Martin and Judy per year out of state. Foreign countries: $29 surface, Wilhelm, Deacon Joseph and Marilyn Young Catholic Hour has new time ail countries, 6-8 weeks delivery; $135 air, all other countries (average). Mexico $48 air; C anada $55 air. These appointments are effective March 1,1992. The Catholic Horn will appear on C!haimel 12 Rt. Rev. M atthew J. Smith, Ph.D., Founding Editor of Deacon Victor Kimminau, reappointed to serve KBDI at 10 a.m. each Stmday, rather than at 4 p.m. Register Systems of Catholic Newspapers, 1913-1960. Edited In Denver. CO. Printed weekly except last as Permanent Deacon for St. Stephen’s Parish, Sundays, beginning March 1. week of December by Intermountain Color. Second Glenwood Springs. This appointment is for a The program wiU repeat on Channel 12 at 4 p.m. class postage paid In Denver, CO. three- year period. Published by the Archdiocese of Denver. each Thursday. Denver Catholic Register — February 12, 1992 -- Page 3 Father O'Meara to pastor Church of the Good Shepherd By David Myers While serving the parish. Father O’Meara intends to Register Staff work closely with the youth as well as young married After 32 years of service as a priest - caring for couples, who need “a lot of support today,” he said. persons ranging from permanent deacons to AIDS “I’ve been blessed with some listening skills and a patients ~ Father Marcian O’Meara is taking on a role compassionate empathy with people who are hurting new to him: that of parish priest. and suffering,” he commented. The parishioners of Church of the Good Shepherd “I hope those are some gifts I can bring to the Parish, Denver, have opened their doors to Father people.” O’Meara, who replaces Father John V. Anderson upon Father O’ Meara stressed his gratitude to Archbishop his appointment to Holy Ghost Parish. J. Francis Stafford for the appointment, as well as “for “I see this as a kind of fulfillment,” Father O’Meara his tmst and confidence in me.” said, “...a total circle of my priesthood.” “Father Anderson leaves a very fine parish,” he said. Father O’Meara, who was bom in Iowa and received “The parish has a long, good history in the archdiocese. degrees in philosophy and theology from Immaculate I’m very grateful to Father Anderson for what he has Conception Seminary in Conception, Mo., has served done the 14 years he has been there.” the Archdiocese of Denver for 15 years. Although he regrets having to leave the Abbey of St. He is currently the Secretary for Religious, Secretary Walburga, where he has been the chaplain since 1985, for the Permanent Diaconate, the Archbishop’s Liaison Father O’Meara said that “It is time for change and a for Catholic Health Care, as well as the Chair for the new challenge.” Archdiocesan AIDS Task Force. According to Father O’Meara, parish priests today Father Marcian T. O'Meara “It’s certainly a challenge,” he said. But “to really are “shepherds to the people,” who need their people walk with the parishioners on their journey to the Lord while walking with them, leading them in “the teach­ “1 will share with them my own faith and journey, is exciting for me.” ings of the Catholic Church and the deep love of God.” while endeavoring to lead them in theirs,” he promised. Right to Know bill defeated in Colorado legislature By Meg Sandoval Phillips It was defeated 6 to 1 and effectively ends election D-Denver; Sally Hopper, R-Boulder; Joan Johnson, Register Staff year debate of the abortion issue in the state legislature. D-Adams County and Dick Mutzebaugh, R-High- A proposal mandating that physicians provide a The “Women’s Right-to-Know Act,” labeled Senate lands Ranch. state-approved information packet to women consid­ Bill 92-169 was introduced by Sen. Jim Roberts, R- Father Edward Hoffmaim, Vicar General, pre­ ering abortion and enforce a 72-hour waiting period Loveland, a HEWI committee member, and after 2 1/2 pared the following statement for presentation. prior to the actual operation was postponed indefi­ hours of testimony, the lone supporter of the proposal. “I am grateful for the opporUmity to speak today on nitely Feb. 7 by the State Senate Health, Environ­ Voting against SB 169 were Sens. Pat Pascoe, D- behalf of the Archdiocese of Denver in support of ment, Welfare and Institutions (HEWI) Committee. Denver; Bonnie Allison, R-Edgewater; Dottie Wham, Continued on page 14 Missionary learns lesson in humility in Uganda By David Myers potatoes.” Apart from the people, it was the simplicity of life Register Staff Tanksley welcomed the challenge of having no that she truly enjoyed, and the fact that she lived each So much did the thought of venturing off on a electricity or nmning water, as well as having to cook day by the “rising and setting of the sun.” mission to a remote area of the earth haunt the mind of on an open fire. The only sounds she heard, other than human, were Betty Tanksley, that after her five children were reared, But, she added, while the living conditions “weren’t those of birds, insects and drums used in celebrations the dream became reality. so bad, I don’t like rats in my bed. If you just kick them, and to communicate with other villages. Following her daughter’s 21st birthday, Tanksley, a they leave.” “They have what’s called the talking drum,” Tanksley nurse, found herself teaching and administering much The hardships she endured during her mission were explained. “If someone dies, they can send the message needed medical care to children in Uganda. minor compared to those faced by the impoverished on from village to village. They also use it to call people Tanksley, who served villagers each day of their lives. to church or to announce a celebration. under the Sisters of the “We usually have three meals a day,” she explained. “Every uncle is called Father-uncle,” she said, “and Holy Cross, spent her two- “They have one.” every aunt is called Mother-aunt,” a relationship which year mission travelling It is the infamts, though, who fare the worst. Many offers the impoverished people additional love and each day from her base babies, she said, died as a direct result of the medical support of family. camp to one of 18 villages attention given to them by local witch-doctors, who, by Uganda, the natural environment of which Tanksley within a 20-mile radius. using unclean medical instruments, would infect the described as the “Garden of Eden,” is located in the The people, who live areas they treat. central-eastern region of Africa. in homes made of mud When asked what her greatest challenge had been, After her two years of service came to an end in July, and cow dung, are “peas­ she replied, “When the babies died in my arms....They it was she, not the villagers, who had learned the ants” who work the fields, were such needless deaths.” greatest lesson. Betty Tanksley selling what they reap. Regardless of her sorrow, she never considered “After I met the people, I felt how faithless and Tanksley explained that being the only white person abandoning her mission. empty my life was when I had thought it so full,” she in the village in which she lived was a “wonderful “It was easier for me to adapt to life in Africa than it said. “When you leave on a mission, you feel good experience.” was to adapt when I came back,” she explained. about yourself because you are going to help the 'least “There was such warmth there,” she commented. “They were so good to me,” she said, charging that of your brothers.’ “They taught me the plants to use for soap to wash my if the situation were reversed, a Ugandan person in “It’s a real shock when you find out that you are the hands. They showed me how to start a fire. America would not receive the same warm reception. least of your brothers,” she said. “As poor as they are, “I didn’t have a covered kitchen, so if it was really “Humanity is so much more important to them, they are so much richer in spirit. It’s a real lesson in raining, they would bring me food, such as hot sweet because death is nearer,” said Tanksley. humility.” Page 4 — February 12, 1992 — Denver Catholic Register 'Faithful by Choice' is theme of Mile Hi Congress

All Catholic parishioners and readers of the Denver who is Perfect of the Congregation for the Clergy, is the Catholic Register are invited to join Catholics from keynote speaker Friday, Feb. 21, at 8:30 a.m.. His throughout Colorado, Wyoming and surrounding states Eminence will challenge all to increase activity in the Feb. 21 and 22 at the downtown Denver Radisson Hotel Church’s essential mission of evangelization. for the 23rd Mile Hi Congress. Other congress presenters will address a diverse This year’s theme is “Faithful by Choice” with range of topics from euthanasia to the challenge of session themes of; “God Chooses Us”;”Making Faith­ fundamentalism and from conscience formation to ful Choices”; “Overcoming Obstacles to Faithful contemplative prayer. Choices”; and "Faithfully Empowered”. A full listing of the congress sessions is in the Archbishop J. Franc is Stafford explored these themes brochure published in the Dec. 11 Register. Additional in a recent homily when he urged Catholics to propose brochures are available at parishes or from the congress and seek a “true Christian humanism” based upon an office. They can be obtained by calling 388-4411, ext. authentic vision of the human person, human history, 286. human society, and human destiny. In addition to presentations, the congress has more The congress will meet in four general sessions and than 60 exhibitors of books, a variety of merchandise a special Friday night session. As in past years a variety and information on services and ministries. of concurrent workshops will follow each main ad­ The choirs from several local parishes will be fea­ dress. tured during prayer liturgies throughout the event and Cardinal Jose T. Sanchez, a native of the Phillippines the closing Eucharistic Liturgy late Saturday afternoon. Faith in the Midst of Personal Crisis \

The Institute for Interfaith Studies and Social Con­ Another respondent will be Rabbi Avi Schulman, cerns at the University of Denver will present the 16th President of the Rocky Mountain Rabbinical Council. annual Interfaith Conference Sunday, March 8, from Two 55-minute workshops on "Reversals of For- Cardinal Jose T. Sanchez 2:30 to 8:30 p.m. time" will follow dinner. The conference wil 1 be held at Congregation Emanuel, Workshops include: "Economic Crisis, Unemploy­ Other sponsors are; the Colorado Council of 51 Grape St. The cost is $10, which includes a box ment, Homelessness"; "Loss: Death/Divorce”; "'Vio­ Churches, the Episcopal Diocese of Colorado, Iliff dinner. lence: Domestic and Social/Sexual" and "Physical Chal­ School of Theology, the National Conference of Chris­ The topic will be "Faith in the Midst of Personal lenges: Accident/IUness." tians and Jews and the Religious Studies Department at Crisis. ” The keynote speaker will be Rabbi A. James Other workshops are: "Dealing with Chmge: Birth, the University of Denver. Rudin, National Directorofinterreligious Affairsofthe Marriage, Vocation, Empty Nest, Retirement, Transi­ Additional sponsors are: Rocky Mountain Rabbini­ American Jewish Committee. tion." cal Council, Rocky Mountain Synod Evangelical Respondents include Sister Eleanor Sheehan of the Co-sponsors for the conference include the Archdio­ Lutheran Church of America, Rocky Mountain United Sacred Heart Retreat House in Sedalia; the Rev. Jean cese of Denver, St. Thomas Theological Seminary, the Methodist Conference, Rocky Moutain Conference Clift, Clergy Associate at St. John's Episcopal Church, American Jewish Committee, the Anti-Defamation United Church of Christ and the Synod of the Rocky and Mohammed Jodeh and Mohammed Abu Bakr of League, Auraria Interfaith Ministry and Bridges for Moimtain Presbyterian Church. the Denver Islamic Center. Understanding. For information and reservations, call 871-3020.

■ B*a/I>CRI READING FOR THE ARCHBISHOP at SL Mary's Slchool in Littleton are first graders in Melissa Sister Eleanor Sheehan Mooney's class, who each wrote a page of the book which they presented to Archbishop J. Francis Stafford. Denver Catholic Register — February 12, 1992 — Page 5 Black History Month Black contributions to American music unequalled By Colleen Smith Mason During Black History Month, one of many causes for celebration is the Black community’s unequalled con­ tributions to music. Without the assimilation of Black culture into the melting pot, American music as it now is known would be virtually non-existent. African American history can be charted in relation to the history of American popular music. Africans brought to the United States a number of musical instruments: drums, banjos, xylophones and more. Africans also brought song. Black American music began as an essentially reli-

'...the Blues are more accu­ rately about Blacks' persistant maintenance of M pride amidst a society that systematically robbed them of their dignity.' gious and social expression of the oppression that Blacks endured as slaves in a racist society. Singing r e eee- spirituals, gang laborers passed the work day while James Baca/DCR Photo praising God. THE CURE d'ARS Parish choir sings its praise during a 1986 performance in Denver. Eventually, music became for Blacks a recreational activity. Such expression sometimes was termed “devil Jazz and Blues also laid the base for hybrid rock and Billboard’s World Music chart for the past couple of music’’—a phrase implying an awareness of the roll, first conceived in the 1950s. But rock and roll months, was quoted in the Feb. 3 issue of TIME breakaway from religious songs. rhythms were implicit in the music brought to North magazine as saying, “There is no pure, unadulterated Blacks and the Blues America by the first Africans to come to the continent. music anymore. Nor should there be. If music doesn’t Black labor songs also gave birth to the Blues, and by In the decade to follow, rhythm and Blues developed change, it dies. And when the music dies, the commu­ the early 1900s, the Blues translated Black expression. into the soul music of the 60s that became synonymous nity dies.” Perhaps because most Blues singers honed their skills with Black pride. Creating harmony on liturgical music, the Blues—sometimes described as The theme song of the Civil Rights Movement, Given Hart’s assessment, world music comes just in “secular spirituals’’—maintained religious ties. Blues however, reflected a return to the roots of Black music. time to help fend off festering racism. Instead of burn­ singers, for example, frequently invoke the Lord’s The song was “We Shall Overcome” and this crescendo ing bridges and burning crosses, clearly harmony can name in their songs. set the nation spinning. be created. Though sometimes interpreted as songs of depres­ Whether Blacks truly have overcome is debatable; In a discordant society, world music swells as a sion and resignation, the Blues more acurately are about the Civil Rights Movement seemed to have marked a creative expression of experience, reminding that the Blacks’ persistent maintanance of pride amidst a soci­ beginning of an attitude turnaround that is yet incom­ concept of a global choir singing a universal anthem is ety that systematically robs them of their dignity. plete, particularly in light of recent Ku Klux Klan not altogether out of reach. In a pastoral letter written while in Memphis—home uprisings. These days, Michael Jackson sings that it “don’t of the Beale Street Blues—Archbishop J. Francis Stafford In the United States, however, the music industry matter if you’re black or white” and the imaging at the observed that Blacks “have been able to transmute then- offered more equal opportunity to Blacks. end of the music video to “Black or White” demon­ grief through song. Generations of Black people have 21st century sound strates that, despite differences in skin color and facial celebrated life, achieved some control and even shaped As of late, another new genre of hybrid music has features, all people are pretty much alike. their destinies through music.” emerged. Dubbed world beat or world music, the trend In the mid-80s, Michael Jackson teamed up with Ragtime by Blacks for Blacks leans toward a fusion of rock with music indigenous to Paul McCaitney. Lyrics of one of the duets recorded by Ragtime was music composed by Blacks for Blacks. the Third World. the two—one black, one white, who rank among the This genre did not emerge imtil post-emancipation World beat appears to be here to stay. Billboardlisis world’s most successful singers/songwriters — made a because, sadly, imtil then Blacks had no access to a World Music chart, and the Grammy Awards for the statement and asked a question that merits repeating: pianos. first time this year includes a Best World Music category. “Ebony and ivory By the turn of the 20th century, gospel music was a On the cutting edge of the trend is Paul Simon who live together in peiTect harmony key part of Blacks' tradition of making a church service cut Graceland and The Rhythm of the Saints as two side-by-side on my piano keyboard a celebration in the truest sense of the word. Lively shining examples of world music spotlighting South why can’t we?” spontaneity and individual creativity make this kinetic African and Brazilian folk music. music the absolute opposite of the Gregorian Chant. Other pioneers in the fusion include David Byrne 'Generations of Black people have A woman quoted in Tom Noel’s Colorado Catholi­ and Peter Gabriel. African singer Aster Aweke, Salif celebrated life, achieved some control cism stated, “It’s hard to have rhythm in Latin...” Keita from Mali and Zimbabwe’s Thomas Mapfumo and even shaped their destinies through When Blues and ragtime fused with brass dance are rising stars on the horizon. music, the result was jazz. Jazz, in turn, branched off Mickey Hart, whose Planet Drum—which blends music.' into swing, bop, hardbop or soul jazz and other derivatives. Nigerian, Brazilian and Indian percussionists—topped Archbishop J. Francis Stafford Page 6 — February 12, 1992 — Denver Catholic Register Denver considered for International Youth Forum

From page 1 The International Youth Forum, sponsored by the Camp Santa Maria, Campus Ministry, a youth page in The cost of hosting the event would be divided Pontifical Council for the Laity, offers Catholic youth The Denver Catholic Register, as well as many other among the Dioceses of the United States. an opportunity to make a pilgrimage to common ground areas in addition to the obvious ministry of Catholic Approximately two months ago, the National Con­ where they can share their faith and experiences as schools and Catholic education. ference of Catholic Bishops (NCCB) invited Denver— Catholic youth and, in hmi, form and fortify their DENVER’S STRENGTHS along with Buffalo, Chicago, Seattle and Miimeapolis- spirituality. The Mile High City is a strong contender to host the St. Paul—to make a proposal to a Papal Visit Site HOSTING THE HOLY FATHER forum because Denver forms a hub in the Dioceses of Selection Committee. According to Archbishop Stafford, adequate indoor the United States’ major growth and expansion areas. After much prayer and discernment. Archbishop J. and outdoor accommodations, support of the civic and Additionally, Colorado’s breathtaking natural re­ Francis Stafford said, “I am fully supportive of moving corporate community and the active engagement of sources, ideal climate and prevailing ties to the culture ahead with proposing the Archdiocese of Denver as the priests and people of the archdiocese in developing and of youth favor well for the Archdicx:ese of Denver. site for the International Youth Forum and the papal executing the program and events are among the re­ Another factor that won’t go unconsidered by the site visit.” quirements for hosting the Holy Father. selection committee is Archbishop J. Francis Stafford’s For several weeks now, staff members at the Catho­ “Wc will set the standard of substance,” said Arch­ keen interest in and commitment to youth. The arch­ lic Pastoral Center and throughout the Church of Den­ diocese of Denver Vice Chancellor Father Edward bishop currently is in the midst of his regular visits to ver have hustled and bustled making preparations for Buelt. Catholic high schools, and he even occasionally ac­ the presentation to the NCCB’s site selection committee. “Thanks to our outstanding archdiocesan staff, par­ companies Catholic youth groups on ski trips. Archbishop Stafford described the archdiocesan pro­ ishes and dedicated ministers both lay and cleric, the ARCHDIOCESE ON CUTTING EDGE posal as “attractive, substantive, balanced and realistic.” People of God in the Archdiocese of Denver are well Father Buelt added that Denver stands a favorable VATICAN SPONSORS FORUM formed in the faith," Father Buelt said. chance of hosting the youth forum and the papal visit The NCCB will dispatch their site selection commit­ "The Church of Denver has a vision of youth and a because in the United States, the Archdiocese of Denver tee to the Mile High City later this month to visit area vision of pilgrimage, and we would welcome the oppor- remains on the cutting edge. facilities and learn how the Archdiocese of Denver hmity to facilitate this world wide pilgrimage to the He cited archdiocesan milestones such as last year’s would handle preparation for and execution of the Church of Northern Colorado.” imprecedeated Convocation on the Laity, the publica­ International Youth Forum if selected as the host. PILGRIMAGE SPIRITUALITY tion of the first and only liturgical calendar specifically Father Buelt added tailored to the local Church, the status as one of but a Budweiser / NHSF presents: that the notion of a pil­ few U.S. dioceses with an icon (Our Lady of the New grimage is not foreign to Advent), and the only diocese to produce indepen­ the archdiocese. dently a Catholic television show and offer Catholic “The Church of Den­ Television Network Association (CTNA) via satellite ver was foimded on and technology. continues to live a pilgrim­ Father Buelt stressed that whether Denver is selected age spirituality. We are a as the host site for the International Youth Fonun and pilgrim Church founded the papal visit is not the only issue at hand. by pilgrims who came to “Even being considered is an honor,” he said. "We this land from the south­ believe we have so much to offer to the development of west,” he said. the papal visit that all our efforts thus far have been “We support that worthwhile." foundational pilgrimage Officials anticipate that Pope John Paul II will spirituality through Arch­ announce the selected site for the International Youth bishop Stafford’s aimual Forum sometime in mid-April. Peace Pilgrimage, which Oj last year was designed es­ SACRED HEART pecially for youth. FAMILY PICTURE & BOOKSTORE ':0 BENEFIITING “We observe an annual Catholic Books, Pictures, G oods & Gifts Pilgrimage of Reconcilia­ Serving the Catholic Community for more than 10 years ISHSF tion and sponsor an an­ MONDAY & TUESDAY 10:00 A.M. - 8:30 P.M. NATIONAL nual Vocations Pilgrimage WEDNESDAY - SATURDAY 10:00 A M . - 6:00 P.M. FEBRUARY 21 & 22, 1992 HISPANIC SCHOLARSHIP and an annual pilgrimage 3437 South Broadway (2 blocks North of Hampden) 8:00 am - 6:00 pm FUND to Mt. 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By Charlene Scott Sister Martin emphasized. “Augustine was more than a sinner whose momma Register Staff “In the seventh centiuy, Islam swept across Africa prayed him into Heaven,” she smiled. “He helped to The contributions of Black Catholics to the Church and Asia, but the Nubians (in Africa) remained true to establish the theology we have had in the Church for date back to the early days of the Church, according to Christianity for 800 years, although disconnected from 8(X) years.” a Black Sister who spoke at a Denver workshop cel­ the Christian centers.” Black Catholics are leaving the Church because their ebrating Black History Month. And there were Africans who came into the United hunger for Scripture is not being met, said the Sister “The bishops have urged Black Catholics to reclaim States who already were Cathohcs, she explained. who is a religious educator. their roots,” said the fiery speaker dressed in white “Every African who came (into the country) was not "Protestantism did not come until the 16th cenmry," trimmed with a golden braid that decorated a crown a slave,” she said. she said. "When Protestants study the Bible, they are upon her head. Sister Martin also held up St. Augustine as a Black studying us. That's our book. I am not knocking our Blacks do not need to abandon their heritage in order Father of the Church who was “one of the greatest Protestant brothers and sisters, but I'm saying we should to become or to be Cathohcs, insisted Sister OraUsa theologians the Church has had.” not relinquish to someone else what is ours. Martin of Beltsville, Md. "Black folks come to the Catholic Church to get Africa has been called the cradle of civilization and Jesus (in Communion) — and going down the street to Egypt was a nation of blacks. Sister Martin reminded get the Word." her listeners at the workshop at Loyola School Feb. 8. “Indigenous Catholics played a determining role in Don^t Move, Improve! the development of Catholicism,” she said, noting that Dr. Cyprian Davis (Professor of Church History at St. $200 OFF Meinrad School of Theology) has written about the I KITCHEN REMODELING | j *Cabincts in Formica or Oak j topic in his book “The History of Black Catholics in the • Refinish • Replace Countertops United States.” I • Vinyl & Tile Rooring I I Coupon Muct Be Prejented For Tbe*e Often | According to Sister Martin, Dr. Davis points out that [____ ^ 1_992______I three African popes possibly were Black. HO MEOW IVERS INXERIORS She then led her audience into Scripture, warning $50 OFF Call Today For against “Afri-tourism” of the Bible, that is, searching I BATHROOM REMODELING | Free Estimate I -Ceramic Wall Tile i the Holy Book for Black characters instead of learning • Tub & Shower Area from the lessons of Blacks in the Bible. 756-5908 I • Countertops I I Coupon Must Be PieMnted For These O ften I “In the dark days of slavery, reading was forbidden,” Quality Installations At I___J A Reasonable Price she said. “But our ancestors never kept the Bible • Kitchens • Rooring • Remodeling closed. The stories were told and retold.” 25 Years of Satisfied • Refinishing • Bookcases • Bathrooms Customers • Exterior & Interior Painting She mentioned the story of the Ethiopian eunuch — Sister Oralisa Martin Jam es B aca/D CR Photo “a Nubian” — in Acts 8: 26-40, as an example of how Christians can learn about Baptism in the early Church. She also talked about how the Ethiopian Church “is a reminder that Africans form part of the rich heritage of the Church.” It is not true that Anglo-Saxons introduced Blacks to Jesus Christ—or that the first time Blacks heard of Jesus © BUICK © was when they were brought to this country as slaves. The Most Trouble Free Car Line in America

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God. of relief in early December when the Arab terrorists in But few people are aware that there is another group For too long the U.S. government has calmly ignored Lebanon released the last of the Western hostages — of hostages who have been held for far longer than the plight of the Catholic priests languishing in Chinese Anderson and the others. concentration camps. More than 200 Catho­ The government has decided that its overall geo­ lic priests and 20 bishops, political strategy is more important than the promotion many in their 70s and 80s, of freedom and human rights in China, and continues to are still beingheld in prison insist that Communist China should receive “favored work camps by the Com­ nation status” for trade. munist Chinese. Bishop The evil old men who rule Communist China, and Joseph Fan, 83, has been who butchered unarmed pro-democracy students in held since 1958. His only Tianamen Square, know they can count on the support iw crime was ordaining men of President George Bush no matter what they do. to the priesthood. Unlike Ronald Reagan, a simple man with a few Few people know fixed, unchanging principles. Bush is an experienced that, in the past two years pragmatist. The former head of the CIA and former since theTianamen Square ambassador to China is willing to sacrifice a few massacre. Communist hundred Catholic priests, or student demonstrators, if it Chinese secret police have means staying on good terms with the current Commu­ launched a vicious crack­ nist regime. down on the Catholic Catholics, and all persons of good will, should Church in that country. be outraged. The Communists “How much longer is the U.S. going to tolerate long ago created an offi­ elderly clergymen being carried away in the middle of cial Chinese Catholic the night?” asks Free the Fathers president John M. Church, known as the Davies. Catholic Patriotic Associa­ “China must be put on notice that these Gestapo-like tion, made up of priests tactics must end.” and bishops who agreed to Davies adds that religious freedom is a “right that denounce the Holy Father. President Bush and millions of Americans exercise Its priests and bish­ every Simday” and is a right which “must not be denied ops are tolerated, but true to the Chinese people.” Catholic leaders loyal to President Bush may be too pragmatic for his own the Holy See have been good. President Reagan was criticized for being an persecuted mercilessly. intemperate ideologue when he courageously denounced Protestant ministers who the then-Soviet Union as an “evil empire.” History is operate outside the con­ proving that Reagan was merely speaking the truth, and trol of the Communist now that empire is collapsing under the weight of its Party also have been ar­ own destructiveness. rested and sent to labor Conununist China is now one of the few remaining camps. pariah states ~ a nation ruled by mthless Communist In December, 1989, dictators willing to do anything to stay in power. at the same moment U.S. Continued on page 9 National Security Adviser PEOPLE WHO KNOW YOU, Brent Scowcroft was meeting secretly with top Fay, C.P.A. PEOPLE YOUCMRELYON...TODAYAM} TOMORROW. Communist Chinese lead­ Elizabeth A. ers, no fewer than eight Catholic bishops were be­ H o r a n & M c C o n a t y Income Tax Preparation ing arrested and thrown FAM lly MORTUARieS into prison. 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Alameda Denver Catholic Register — February 12, 1992 -- Page 9 New policy on confession Des Moines, Iowa the first time. canonically correct but to (CNS) — Second graders In some parishes, chil­ foster a deeper apprecia­ in the Des Moines Dio­ dren received the sacra­ tion of God’s forgiveness. cese must be prepared for ment of penance first, “I sincerely believe, and receive first confes­ while others followed what along with many priests sion before first Commun­ the bishop called “an ear­ and parents, that an early ion, Bishop William H. lier experiment” in which acquaintance with the bullock of Des Moines said children were prepared for mercy of God is helpful in OUR PEOPLE in a new policy announced first confessicm in the seccxid setting the stage for life,” MAKE THE DIFFERENCE in December. grade but did not actually he told "The Catholic Mir­ The policy was spelled received the sacrament until ror," the Des Moines dioc­ out in a letter to priests. the fourth or fifth grade. esan newspaper. Prices good through Tuesday Feb. 18, 1997 Catholic school principals, That practice was Bishop Bullock also coordinators and directors widely judged to be in said some young children of religious education and keeping with church law. are subjected to such seri­ parents. It was to take effect Bishop Bullock said, but ous acts as incest and abuse in the 1992-93 school year. Rome has since issued an and may have a compel­ In recent years, Bishop interpretation through the ling need for healing and Bullock said, it has been Vatican Congregation for reconciliation. y o u n g diocesan policy to prepare Sacraments and Divine The new policy states children for first confes­ Worship that “no child is that “every child, whether sion prior to first Com- to make first Eucharist in Catholic school or par­ T u r k e y mimion but it has been left without first having re­ ticipating in the parish re­ to the judgment of the ceived the sacrament of ligious education pro­ B re a s t child’s pastor, parents and penance,” he added. gram, upon coming to the teacher to decide when the The Des Moines bishop age of reason will be cat­ child actually received the said the new policy was echized for the sacrament sacrament of penance for not intended merely to be of penance. 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I into increased advertising revenues. outside Holy Ghost to be fed, to be helped with housing also celebrate my birthday around this time so, as a Those audiences are measured during February, and medical needs, to be counseled. None had any child in a family that took Lent seriously, I got ashes May, July, October and November in Denver. Normal knowledge of Nielsen sweeps. instead of birthday cake a couple of times. I suppose viewership is not the norm in these sweep periods. those into pop psychology will say, "Aha, that Stations hype the ratings with on-air promotions and EDITORIAL explains her behavior!" newspaper ads to build the audience. Be that as it may. Lent It’s serious business. KUSA, Channel 9, andKCNC, The bitter irony is that Father Woody, easily the best starts late this year and I get Channel 4, are within a gnat’s eye of each other in the known priest of the archdiocese over the last quarter to write a Valentine column. Nielsen ratings and a small tick up in viewers can add century, reveled in the daily give and take of the city’s Valentine's Day is well- to the average $1,400 charge for a 30-second commer­ media battles and supplied some of local joitmalism’s placed in our seasonal calen­ cial. The new price will hold at least until May. best stories. As this newspaper noted when he died last dar. It lands in the middle of That kind of pressure and competition does not November, he demanded that those who had either the winter doldrums, six suggest serious thought and reflection on the long term wealth or power, such as joumahsts, help him feed the weeks after the Christmas effects of television pictures and commentary. It does hungry and house the homeless. holidays, one to three weeks suggest a jaundiced view of the ideas, moralities, It seems reasonable to hope, despite the banal before Lent and smack in the stories and symbols which attract viewers. Woodward reports of this month, that the charitable middle of the worst weather When Channel 9 ’ s television lady, Paula Woodward, works of Denver’s popular street people priest will in most of the country. went on the air last week with her investigation of Holy continue to grow, that Holy Ghost will continue to be So, let's use it as a day to lighten up, to have some Ghost parish, the image of the late Msgr. C. B. Woodrich a beacon of light and comfort for those who came to fun in our family lives, to laugh and love more, to be had to be on her mind. Indirectly, Father Woody would Father Woody for help each day. silly and to bolster our sagging spirits a little. I'll help help to boost the station’s Nielsen ratings. For a few days in this cruel February, he became a by sharing a few tidbits I picked up here and there. Still photos of the late priest, a hero to the city’s poor symbol of the 10 o’clock news drive for audience When our children were little, they begged me one and homeless, appeared in the splendid isolation of the ratings. In the long term. Father Woody should be year to surprise their dad with a completely red electronic age, the television eye. Channel 9 ran promos remembered as a priest who, on a cold, snowy winter’s dinner. which promised, “Paula Woodward uncovers the secret night, took off his overcoat and put it on a homeless man deals and how high they go.” who had no coat. TALKS WITH Catholics, Fundamentalists and the Bible PARENTS By Father .John Dietzen mentalism is our attitude toward created word. "Okay," I said with some misgivings, "I'll help, Q. I enjoy discussing matters of our faith with others, Christian tradition from the beginning has taken but you have to figure out the menu and eat it. If you hut I find talking with fundamentalists about the Bible creation very seriously and sacredly. Whether it is order beets, you eat beets." very frustrating. material (bread, wine, water, oil, words, actions) or After some discussion and much wrangling (No, One said he takes the Scripture as it stands with no spiritual (our minds and wills, our passions and emo­ we can't have red meat because it turns brown when interpretation; this according to him is how the Holy tions), we believe that aU creation, rightly used, can be you cook it."), they came up with spaghetti, carmed Spirit guides us, all in plain black and white. No a channel of God’s power and grace. cranberry sauce, maraschino cherries atop pickled scientific or historical discovery should have any sig­ The more exclusively other-worldly approach tends apple rings, bread spread with strawberry jam and nificance in all this, according to them. Does the Holy to consider things of this world, especially as they are red jello for dessert. A nutritionist's nightmare and it Spirit really influence us this way? Can you give us affected by human action, unworthy of God. didn't look so wonderful, either. some ideas that might help? (Massachusetts) "Act pleased," I whispered to Jim when he came A. If by interpretation we home." It could have been worse. They discussed mean choosing one explana­ QUESTION CORNER mashed potatoes tinted red." He's a good sport and tion, meaning or reading of they were proud of themselves for giving him a great the sacred texts over another, None is capable of being sacraments, points of Valentine surprise. Today, we laugh about it, but then it is utterly impossible to contact between God and ourselves through and in that's the kind of thing family memories are made of. read the Bible intelligently which God can work his love. One mother told me her family always wrote without interpreting it. For us, to reject science, history, discovery is a Valentine verses to each other. These verses had to Let me suggest just two of rejection of the Holy Spirit. To accept what we learn be about love and had to start, "Valentines are red..." numerous possible examples with our minds, enlightened by faith, honors the God They were read around the family table. One year, of what I mean. Mark’s Gos­ who made us and the Spirit who enlightens us. the nine-year-old wrote this: pel says Jesus was baptized by In other words, we believe that to use what we have Valentines are red John the Baptist (Mk 1:9); but Luke has John in prison learned about the times in which the authors of Scrip­ Bruises are blue when Jesus came to be baptized (Lk 3:20-21). Which is ture wrote, what problems they faced and what they If you don't say you love me right? meant to say is affirming, not denying, the Holy Spirit. I’ll beat up on you. Luke says Joseph and Mary lived in Nazareth before Everything is obviously possible for God. We be­ A religion teacher, around Valentine's Day as­ Jesus was bom. Matthew assumes that they lived in lieve, however, that the normal and ordinary way the signed her fifth graders the homework of saying two Bethlehem, and only “went and dwelt in a town called Holy Spirit works in us, individually and as commu­ nice things to each person in the family during the Nazareth” after their return from Egypt (Mt 2:23). nity, is not by shining a mysterious light into our eyes week. That night, one mother was surprised to hear Since both cannot be right, in each of these instances or by some other miraculous intervention. her eleven-year-old say, "That wasn't a bad diimer, what reasons does one offer for accepting one meaning Rather, when we do our best to use well the gifts he Mom, and you don't look so bad, either." or explanation over the other? That is interpretation, at has given, his power is at work immeasurably in ways Startled, she laughed and he said, "I've got one- least of some sort. we cannot even imagine (Eph 3:20), enriching our fifth of my homework done." It helps also to remember that a major difference minds and wills as we reflect on him and try to love him Continued on page 15 between traditional Catholic Christianity and funda­ more deeply. Denver Catholic Register — February 12, 1992 — Page 11 VIEWPOINTS 1992 Denver Mile Hi Pastoral Congress a turning point By Msgr. M. Francis Mannion human society, and human destiny that we find outlined known as a scholar deeply committed to Catholic Since its inception in 1969, the Denver Mile Hi in the Christ-centered anthropology of John Paul n.” tradition in a wonderfully fresh and imaginative way. Congress has become a national institution. The con­ Such a mission statement will be welcomed by those The impressive variety of topics and speakers of the gress is one of a number of yearly high profile gather­ who think modem catechesis and pastoral practice can 1992 Mile Hi Congress suggests a commitment on the ings in various parts of the country serving the needs of be greatly enriched by contact with the profound thought part of the organizers to bringing catechesis and pasto­ catechists, Catholic school teachers, campus and youth of the present pope on the human person and the nature ral ministry into closer relationship with the most ministry personnel and parish pastoral staff. of society. articulate exponents and compelling modem expres­ These congresses typically last a couple of days, The character of the upcoming Denver Congress is sions of the rich tradition of the church. draw diousands of people and feature speakers of spelled out in a list of speakers and an array of topics not Does such a program represent a reactionary and national reputation. usually associated with present-day pastoral congresses. retrogressive move, a step backwards into the “pre- Such congresses generally exhibit both the strengths The Keynote address will be given by Cardinal Jose conciliar church?” Hardly. and weaknesses of modem catechesis and pastoral Sanchez, the Prefect of the Vatican Congregation for That such would be assumed from what I have ministry. Positively, they indicate the impressive de­ the Clergy. Participants will hear from Monsignor outlined indicates how easily “progress” in catechesis gree of lay involvement in the various areas of church Michael J. Wrenn, Special Consultant for Religious and pastoral ministry is understood as departure from ministry. They provide a challenging stimulus to per­ Education to Cardinal John J. O’Connor of New York the church’s tradition and official teaching. sonal and ministerial renewal and they manifest and and one of the most articulate and constmctive critics of No doubt, there is a kind of catechetical and pastoral celebrate the energy and enthusiasm that are notable the state of modem catechesis. movement today that could be described as reactionary characteristics of American pastoral life. Three noted women speakers will address topics and retrogressive. But it is not represented by the On the negative side, these congresses tend to be controversial in the church toady — but from positions Denver conference. Smith, Chervin, Wiley and Kreeft light on substance, excessively showy and overly atten­ in support of official Catholic teaching. belong to a younger generation of Catholic scholars and tive to the latest theological trends and ideas. It is not Dr. Janet E. Smith, author of "Humanae Vitae: A thinkers spearheading an exciting rediscovery of the unusual to find such gatherings featuring speakers Generation Later" and a noted sexual ethicist who wisdom and richness of Catholic tradition after a period advocating anti-hierarchial visions of the church and teaches at the University of Dallas, promises an insight­ of neglect. ministry, portraying traditional doctrine and church ful defense of church teaching on birth control in the Moreover, they are noted for expressing themselves teaching as outdated and espousing theological posi­ light of the sexual revolution. with considerable appreciation of llie best insights and tions at odds with official church teaching. Julie Loesch Wiley, a pro-life Catholic feminist will impulses of modem American culture. That is no small The program for the 23rd Mile Hi Congress in speak “In Defense of God the Father,” arguing against achievement. Denver on Feb. 21 and 22 of this year stands in marked radical feminism for the normative character of tradi­ The 23rd Mile Hi Congress signals a visionary, contrast with the general tradition of such congresses. tional God-language. courageous and long-overdue turning point in Ameri­ Entitled “Faithful By Choice,” this year’s gathering is Dr. Ronda Chervin, a consultant for the United can pastoral education. It deserves to become a model dedicated to a pastoral exposition and application of the States Bishops’ pastoral letter on women’s concerns, for national, regional and diocesan pastoral congresses teaching of Pope John Paul n. will explain how authentic femininity and Catholic in the future. The vision statement for the congress is striking: spirituality are compatible and mutually supportive. (Msgr. Mannion is rector of the Cathedral of the “Our primary task today, and for the balance of the Another speaker long overdue for introduction to the Madeleine and diocesan theologian in Salt Lake decade, is to develop, to amplify, and to proclaim the catechetical and pastoral worlds is Dr. Peter Kreeft, City.) alternative vision of the human person, human history. Professor of Philosophy at Boston College. Kreeft is Annunciation will be a feast for expectant mothers Editor: Her strength to every woman who will Sign ianguage Although we recently celebrated the conceive a child this year. Editor: Feast of Christmas, in several weeks, we This effort will give wimess to the fact Around 100 people came to our free will celebrate the Coming of Christ. that it is the life of a child that is truly introduction to sign language starting At the time of Mary's acceptance of celebratory, and that the child's birthday Jan. 28. God bless you for all the support God's invitation, God the Father sent His is but a step along that child's journey you have given us over the years. only Son to redeem the world. We com­ through life. This is tme, of course, for all During a group radio discussion on memorate that event on March 25, the of those children who never have a birth­ the new federal law, the American with Feast of the Aimimciation. day, because they die before they are Disabilities Act (ADA), business men Just as God's Son became man at the bom. were saying it would be expensive and time of Christ's conception, each hiunan In addition, we can in this way begin difficult to implement. life begins at conception. It is natural, to give complete recognition to the im­ therefore, that on the Feast of the Aimun- portance of the Feast of the Annunciation READER'S ciation we remember in a special way all and find the blessing of a spiritual, un­ women who within the year will con­ commercialized "little" Christmas with FORUM ceive a child. Mary and Jesus. A participant responded that everyone Last year, throughout the United States Annunciation Group learning sign language would do a great was begun the annual dedication of the Denver deal to implement requirements for -.Otmouc Aimunciation to expectantmothers, with Contribution people who are deaf and it would be the recitation of a special prayer. This Editor: neither expensive nor difficult. sacramental was endorsed by the Na­ A contribution of $300 was made to "Our Goal - Everyone Signing!" is the tional Office of Respect for Life, which Urban Peak by First Plymouth Congre­ goal of our group of people who are deaf at the time was chaired by Cardinal gational Chinch in memory of Msgr. and hearing at the Church of the Immacu­ O'Connor of New York. Charles B. Woodrich. late Heart of Mary. It is hoped that each parish Respect Outreach Ministry We find the new gesture-to-sign and Life organization will enable its parish­ First Plymouth gestures-and-signs systems are helping. ioners to join with Catholics across the Congregational Church Billie Griske country in praying that Mary will send Englewood Group Coordinator Page 12 — February 12, 1992 — Denver Catholic Register A year after war Situation continues to deteriorate for Iraq

The food situation inside Iraq continues to deterio­ Because of mounting evidence of the disproportion­ factor in Iraq’s dependence on food imports and the rate, reports Douglas Broderick, Catholic Relief Ser­ ate harm to civilians in Iraq when compared to the destruction of electricity supply that fueled the country ’ s vices’ (CRS) representative in Baghdad. possible benefits, CRS first called for a restructiuing of irrigation systems,” continues Broderick. According to Broderick, no improvement is in sight the UN sanctions in July, 1991. “Moreover, there is an acute shortage of seeds, so long as sanctions continue to be applied. The agency continues to urge that the embargo be fertilizers, pesticides, agricultural machinery and spare “Hunger and malnutrition now are widespread,” more narrowly targeted to avoid further harm to iimo- parts.” says Broderick, who has been in Baghdad since CRS cent people. In addition to food shortages, the health situation opened an emergency relief program in Iraq in mid- CRS, which currently is providing assistance to remains affected by the destruction of the water and May 1991. approximately 200,000 people throughout the country, sanitation systems. “The spiralling cost of living, low food purchasing has expended near ly $4 million for food and medicines. “In the south, the water quality remains poor,” power and regional food shortages — these factors have CRS’ presence extends as far north as Mosul and reports Broderick. “And because of poor diets and lack all tipped the fragile economic balance for a large Erbil and as far south as the port city of Basra. of supply of medications, the number of upper respira­ segment of the population," Broderick says. The children are paying the highest price. Milk and tory infections is on the rise this winter.” “Since August, 1990, the cost of basic food has infant formula are rarely in the market, and their cost, CRS is the international relief and development arm increased nearly 2,000 percent. For average Iraqis, food when available, is beyond the reach of most families. of the United States Catholic Conference. It has relief is now beyond their calories per person per day. The result: 60 to 70 percent of children admitted to and development programs in 75 countries throughout "That’s about half the daily requirement, and this pediatric wards are diagnosed to be suffering from the world, with an annual budget of more than $220 ration does not include meat, milk, fruits and veg­ malnutrition. million. etables.” “ Prognosis for the future is alarming when you

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From page 3 we have heard from other speakers today, there is at Senate Bill 169.1 am sensitive to the constraints of time, and the implications of action are required before a least prudent doubt that explicit information regarding and for that reason will restrict my comments to a brief truly responsible decision can be made. Quality infor­ abortion procedures is shared with women prior to statement, reflection, and conclusion. mation results in quality decisions in the same way surgery, considering the consequences of this decision, “Statement: Because of the Catholic Church’s moral that the quality parts will determine whether the end including the possible death of the human life within opposition to abortion for any reason, I regret the neces­ product is a Yugo or a Mercedes Benz. It would be her, should not a women be given complete information sity of considering this legislation. However, given the rhetorical to ask which of the two we would prefer. prior to demanding her response? present situation which permits practically unlimited “What then is needed for fully informed, quality “Conclusion: In reality, we are concerned not with access to surgical abortion procedures, the Catholic human choice? Time and information, and this bill one, but with two choices today. The first is the in­ Church is in favor of any legislation which would provides both. creased probability of quality choice which this legis­ encourage more fully informed consent, and which there­ lation would provide through the assurance of time and fore might result in more decisions in favor of life. That it must be clear that the Catholic the provision of information. The second is the choice being said, it must be clear that the Catholic Church Church rejects the view that a woman which this committee can make to permit the legislation rejects the view that a woman has the right to an abortion to proceed. Courts and legislatures have collaborated under any circumstances, since no one has the right to has a right to an abortion under any since Roe vs. Wade in what Dr. Warren Hem of the take human life. circumstances, since no one has a right Boulder Valley Abortion Clinic has called,‘ a commit­ “A reflection: the focus of our attention and of this to take a human life.' ment to expansion of human choice’ (Abortion Prac­ legislation is the quality of the choice which a woman Father Edward Hoffmann tice, X3). Today, you members of this committee have under present law may make. Everyone here, regardless the opportimity to commit yourselves to expanding the of their personal, ethical or religious convictions, is ‘Time: Even poll results that allegedly support the probable quality of that choice. presumably in favor of any legislation which may be pro-abortion position concede the gravity of a woman’s “Please take advantage of this opportimity.” reasonably expected to raise the quality of human choice. decision in this matter. Time is required to assimilate, Why? Because only a fully informed choice is fully analyze and consider information before making deci­ ...Correction. ^ responsible, and therefore fully human. sions to purchase land, buy a car, choose a college or In the Jan. 29 1992 Bridal issue, a second retail “Quite simply, the quality of the end product reflects university, considering the possible consequences of location was inadvertantly left off the Sir James the quality of the parts of which it is composed. 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OUR LADY volunteer tutors to teach adults to read. Claudette Werleigh, a native Haitian teacher MOTHER OF THE CHURCH, Commerce City: Ted Volunteer tutors support learning experiences and and human rights advocate, will speak at Blessed Roybal, 6860 Wyman Wy, Westminster; ST. VINCENT social interactions which lead to personal growth, Sacrament Parish Campbell Hall Thursday, Feb. de PAUL, Denver: Mike and Pat Silva, 2459 S. Bannock, pride, employment opportunities and a stronger 20, at 7:30 p.m. Denver; NOTRE DAME, Denver: Josephine M. committment to family and society. Werleigh is the co-founder of ITEKA, a Hai­ Gallegos, 6187 W. Mississippi PI., Lakewood; ST. The Adult Learning Source has provided freeclasses tian organization for adult education and rural MICHAEL the ARCHANGEL, Aurora. Schedule not to Denver area adults for the past 27 years. Volunteers development. 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SUNDAY'S GOSPEL in fact, breaking in on the present. The beatitudes then which allures them with wealth, temporary satisfaction are not merely promises of a bright future, but an and false senses of security. invitation to make the fumre realizable now! The person who tries to make happiness on one's 6th Sunday of the Year This dawn of God's saving power will be a complete own terms will often find the most carefully laid plans reversal of this world's values. This world thinks of collapse in events over which one has no control The Luke 6:17, 20-26 happiness in terms of money, prosperity, comfort, danger of arranging one's happiness with the world's By Father John Krenzke power and popularity. things is that one never gets beyond those things to the Luke gives a general description of the thrust of Jesus does not say that poverty, hunger, misfomme core of one's being that is basically person oriented. Jesus' ministry and its continuing expansion in v. 17. and public resentment are blessings. He pronounced a The joys of the kingdom are the result of a free This verse serves to introduce the "new" teaching. blessing - "Happy are you" - upon those who realize choice. A free choice can only be made by a genuine Luke's version of the beati­ their need for genuine security. Money is lost, prosper­ human being. A human being is genuine when he/she tudes is presented in a bless­ ity fails, comfort is fleeting, power corrupts and popu­ reflects the image of God by loving. Loving flourishes ing-curse formula that is a typi­ larity changes as quickly as the wind. only when there is self-denial for the sake of the welfare cal Old Testament literary de­ Jesus invites His disciples to let God fill the empti­ of others. To love is to be happy. vice that presents mankind at a ness of the world's values. No philosopher in history ever grasped the profun­ crossroads of choice. Here the He invites all to a holy discontent with the world dity of happiness or curse as Jesus did. choice is a blessing and curse. It is a confrontation in the best sense of the term-choice of the gospel of Jesus brings happi­ ness; refusal of the gospel brings misfortime. Here again, as always, the message of Jesus concerns attitudes and values basic to mankind, reflecting clearly the image of God in which we are created. Throughout the beatitudes, there runs a contrast between the conditions of the present and the condi­ tions of the futme when God's kingdom and its fullness will be realized. The good news of forgiveness and love which Jesus proclaimed indicated that the fullness of the future was, Valentine's Day From page 10 Pre-teens find it difficult to say anything loving about their parents, so I doubly treasured the Valentine message I received from ray 13-year-old: "Foramother, you aren't too shabby." I accepted it with grace and pleasure. There's a wonderful children's book called, "Love You Forever" by Robert Munsch, published by Firefly Books and easily available in bookstores. It's written almost like a song with each page ending, "I'll love you forever. I'll like you always. As long as I'm living, my baby you'll be." Although it's written from the mother's point of view, it's easy to substitute mother, father, sister, brother, daughter or son for the word baby. I heard it read after Mass on Mother's Day and there were few dry eyes in the congregation. It should be a great book for families to share on Valentine's Day. We spend a lot of time in families telling each other what we don't like about them, but Valentine's Day gives us permission to share love and to laugh together at a time that we need it. I hope yours is warm and fun. 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Qualify­ ing individuals should bring last year's return, W-2s for 1991, dividend and interest statements, a list of all other incomes and records of deductible expenses. For the nearest location, call the Society at, 773- 2877 or 1-800-523-9082. Page 16 — February 12, 1992 — Denver Catholic Register DCR HAPPENINGS Praise Mass Unmarried ministry Basketball league St. Augustine's Church, 112 S. 6th Ave., Brighton, Catholic Community Services, Unmarried Ministry St. Joseph’s Adult Sports League conducts a Men’s/ will have a Praise Mass, Friday, Feb. 14, at 7:30 p.m. of the separated, divorced and widowed single adults Women's Basketball League at St. Joseph Gymnasium, There will be teams available after the Mass to pray hosts an informal, informational meeting to consolidate 623 Galapago St., Denver, from Feb. 24 to April 24. for those who desire prayers. Mass and prayers will be interests and efforts pertaining to this ministry Feb. 24, Games are on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays. bilingual. from 8 to 9:30 p.m., 1020 Upham St., Lakewood. Gym opens at 4:30 p.m.; games are from 5:30 to 10 p.m. Pilgrimages Director Yogi Mancuso and volunteer consultant Age limit is 18 years old. Height limit is six-foot-two- "Medjugorje Relief Flight.” For refugees. March 2 to Leo F. McKittrick provide a forum on an archdiocesan inches, two players per team. There are two games pier 9. Only 200 allowed. One extra suitcase for medicines, level wherein the needs and scope of individuals in this week. Registration fee is $250 pier team, due Feb. 17. food and clothing. state of life might be more comprehensively addressed. For information call St. Joseph Rectory, 534-4408. "Medjugorje Holy Week." April 13 to 20. Celebrate Parish support group facilitators and those who have Contemplative prayer Easter in Yugoslavia. $1525 from Denver. an interest in assisting this ministry are encouraged to Come for a day of silence and centering prayer 'Venezuela, Betania, Anniversary Pilgrimage.” attend. Call 238-0521 for information and registration. Saturday, Feb. 15, from 9 a.m to 3 p.m., at St. Elizabeth March 24 to 28. Church and bishop approval since the Dysfunctional family issues Ann Seton, 5450 S. Lemay Ave., Ft. Collins. apparitions approval in Banneux, Belgium. All Souls Parish, 4950 S. Logan, Englewood, pre­ There will be three periods of back to back centering For information on these pilgrimages call Barbara sents "Growing Up in a Dysfunctional Family: How it prayer followed by a period of silent free time, reading Avillar, 972-3332. Affects Our Lives," Saturday, Feb. 15, from 9 a.m. to from Sacred Scripture and another session of centering Teens and parents noon, in the church meeting room. prayer. There is a pot-luck limch; bring a dish to share. Dr. Kay Sheehan, licensed psychotherapist, will Facilitating this workshop is Jennie McKillop, M.A., After lunch there will be free time followed by three conduct a seminar focusing on the resolution of power a psychotherapist specializing in trauma and dysfunc­ periods of centering prayer. struggles between upper elementary school and middle tional family issues. Explore how growing up in a This day will close with a Mass and summation. school-age adolescents and their parents on Tuesdays, dysfunctional family can impact relationships in adult For reservations and information call 266-1303 or beginning Feb. 18, from 7 to 9 p.m. life, with others, omselves and God. For information 772-7804. Cost is $70 for one parent, or $105 for both. The and registration call 789-1620. Suggested donation is Valentine carnival seminar is held at Newton Middle School, 4100 E. $5 per person. Child care is provided. Aimtmciation School invites all to a Valentine Car­ Arapahoe Rd., Room 105. Annunciation dance nival, Feb. 14, from 1:30 to 10 p.m. and Feb. 15, from For information or registration call 795-1761. Reg­ Aimunciation Alumni and Friends host a dance with noon to 8 p.m. On Friday there will be a Sweetheart istration fee must be received by Feb. 14. hors d'oeuvres and cash bar, Friday, Feb. 21, at Im­ dance from 8 to 10 p.m. The seminar fee should be sent to Kay Sheehan, maculate Heart of Mary Hall, 11385 Grant Dr., North­ Annunciation School is at 3536 Lafayette. There Ed.D., 2305 E. Arapahoe Rd., Suite 214, Littleton, glenn. Music is by Johimy Nick and His Orchestra. For will be booths, bingo, white elephant table and food. 80122. information call Karen, 573-6975. B reakfast St. Anne's Men's Club invite all to treat their family to breakfast, Sunday, Feb. 16, from 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., in St. Anne’s School Cafeteria, 5757 Upham St., Arvada. Breakfast consists of pancakes, sausage, coffee or X>E^^G'V"c^rK^fA, milk, with seconds on pancakes and coffee. Cost is $1.50 for adults, $1 for children imder 16 years of age. Centering prayer TVAahV'S For t h e Spes in Deo Franciscan Family Retreat Center, 21661 Hwy. 550, Montrose, offers a weekend retreat, "An Introduction to Centering Prayer," Friday, April 3, F o H FiSHIK<3r 7 p.m., to Sunday, April 5, 2 p.m. Reservations are required. Deadline is March 20. Donation of $75 includes meals. For information call Joyce or MaryJoy, 249-3526. Growing up series Celeste Thomas, chastity speaker, discusses sexual wholeness according to God's design, with teenage girls and their mothers, at Mercy Hospital, 16th St. and Milwaukee, Feb. 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. Sponsored by the Couple to Couple League and the Archdiocesan Natu­ ral Family Planning Office. Lt?VE Cost is $5 per family. For reservations, call Madeline, 320-6051 or Jean, 433-0126 by Feb. 19.

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This will meet in the Community Room of the Cathedral of benefit their woric in Santa Marta, a marginalized workshop is for professionals in the field and persons the Immaculate Conception Sunday, Feb. 16,1:30 p.m. community on the outskirts of Guatemala City. The interested in adoption. Sponsored by Catholic Commu­ Interested women are invited to attend. Call 797- dinner is Sunday, Feb. 23, from 5 to 7 p.m. For nity Services of the Archdiocese of Denver and the 7425 for information. information or tickets call 979-3721. Diocese of Colorado Springs. Valentine dinner/dance School open house Keynote speaker is Jim Gritter, child welfare super­ St. Cajetan's Parish sponsors a St. Valentine's Din- Christ the King School, 8th and Elm St., Denver, visor for Community, Family and Children's Services ner/Dance Friday, Feb. 14. Dinner is served between 8 hosts an open house for prospective students and fami­ in T raverse City, Mi., and author of "Adoption Without and 9 p.m. The dance begins at 9 p.m. with music by lies, Wednesday, March 11. Observe the students at Fear." Workshop topics include, "Preparing Birth Par­ Good Times. Tickets are $20 per couple, and includes work in regular activities from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. ents for Open Adoption," "Preparing Adoptive Par­ dinner and beer. Christ the King, a kindergarten through eighth grade ents," "Bringing Families Together," and "Transition St. Cajetan's is at 299 S. Raleigh St., Raleigh and Catholic School, is currently accepting registrations for to Open Adoption." Alameda. For information call 922-6306. the fall 1992 term. For information call 321-2123. Cost is $125 per person, including limch. Overnight Marriage encounter Beginning Experience accommodations are available at Mt. St. Francis. For There will be a Marriage Encounter Weekend, from A Beginning Experience Weekend for those who are information or registration, call (719) 636-2345. Feb. 14 to 16. divorced, widowed or separated, will be Feb. 21 to 23. Rosary workshop Call A1 and Rosanna Thomas, 530-4525 for infor­ The purpose of the weekend is to provide space and A Rosary workshop for those who would like a mation and reservations. time where individuals can come together to reevaluate deeper imderstanding of the Rosary, lead the Rosary Marriage Retorno their lives in an optimum atmosphere of loving, caring before Mass and/or would like to help with funeral A Marriage Retomo weekend will be held at Benet and sharing. Cost is $100. Registration deadline is Feb. Rosaries, will be held at St. Augustine's Parish, Mon­ Pines, Colorado Springs, from March 6 to 8. This 14. For information call Sharron, 460-8990, Virginia, day, Feb. 17, 7:30 p.m. weekend was inspired by and designed for those couples 979-9082, or Phyllis, 369-6586. There is no charge, but call the Parish office, 659- with a himger to deepen their couple spirituality. Women's day of recollection 1410 to tell them you are coming. Scripture is used as the basis for prayer. Couples who A Half Day of Recollection for Women is Saturday, Return to the faith have experienced Marriage Encounter and are looking March 7, from 8;30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at St. Michael the St. Joan of Arc Parish holds a weekly program for for more, and/or couples who want to pray together with Archangel Church, 19099 E. Floyd Ave., Aurora. those interested in inquiry and returning to the practice Scripture are invited to attend. An opportimity for women to j oin together to deepen of the Catholic faith, Tuesdays, at 7 p.m. in Orleans Registration deadline is Feb. 14. their relationship with God. 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^ The Society for THE PROPAGATION OF THE FAITH~^ For more information please call Julie at 964-2013 Bishop William J. McCormack, Propagation of the Faith, G.P.O. Box 1950, New York, NY 10116 (Dept. C) THE GARDENS at St. Elizabeth f □ Send me information on a Gift Annuity 2835W.32nd Ave. Denver P r o v e n a n t O Accept my gift for the Church's missionary work (303) 477-4442 NAddress am e------H e a l t h p a r t n e r s City___ State. Zip_ CHOICES IN INDEPENDENT AND ASSISTED LIVING If Gift Annuity, Date of Birth______OCR-2-12-02 I 2/92 Amount Considered $. 'U Page 18 — February 12, 1992 — Denver Catholic Register Stanley Hotel included in PBS documentary

During a gala Historic Costume Ball in the Stanley Hotel's MacGregor Room, the PBS documentary, "His­ toric Hotels of the Rocky Mountain West," will be shown. The Ball begins at 6:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 15. The event features one of the original early Stanley Hotel menus, well-known pianist Christine Armstrong, The Modemaires Orchestra playing dance music of the 30's, 40’s and 50’s, prizes for best historical cos­ tumes and the film itself, prefaced by remarks from The world of sharks Mary Jane Rust, who wrote, directed and hosted the "Sharks: Fact and Fantasy," opens Feb. 21 and runs film. to May 10, at the Denver Museum of Natural History. Feamring five hotels, the film was made by KTSC- Enter the underwater world of the infamous shark. It TV Public Television in Colorado Springs. The one explores the myths about sharks, which have existed for hour film will air in the next few months on PBS more than 415 million years, and details their anatomy, channels nationwide. eating habits and habitats. Cost is $28.50 per person. A Room Package that The exhibit includes models of fossil sharks. The includes two room nights at the hotel for two, the most spectacular of which is a cast of the jaws of a Samrday Night Gala for two, Sunday Champagne "Carcharocles megalodon," which was thought to have Buffet Brunch for two, tax and gratuity is $219.95 reached a length of 45 feet — slightly longer than a Reservations may be made by calling The Stanley Greyhound bus. The jaws are so large, it could have Hotel, 1-800-ROCKIES. swallowed a small car. THE STANLEY Hotel, Estes Park. Photo by Lew Dakan "Sharks: Fact and Fantasy" is included in museum admission of $4 for adults and $2 for children, ages four 'Holiday in Europe' concert series to 12 and seniors more than 65 years of age. Museum hours are 9 a.m to 5 p.m. daily. The museum is located The University of Colorado at Denver's Music De­ the city of Leipzig. She performs Bach's "Italian Con­ at 2001 Colorado Blvd., in Denver's City Park. For partment presents Zoe Erisman, CU-Denver music certo," a composition from his Leipzig period. This is information or reservations, call 322-7009, or 370- professor and concert pianist in the first concert of the 8257 for the hearing impaired. "Holiday in Europe" Concert Series, 8 p.m., March 7, at St. Cajetan's Center, Auraria Campus. 1 This and two other concerts on March 28 and April r Nativity Parish 4, will feature music from major musical centers in of Broomfield Europe such as Paris, France and Leipzig, Germany. Hosts Erisman opens the series with works associated with "THE CATHOLIC HOUR" BINGO WEEK OF FEBRUARY 16TH EVERY Friday 7:30 P.M. •OUTSTANDING FORMAT •24 PICKLES IN PLAY • Archbishop J. Francis Stafford "Weekly Reflection - Luke 6:17, 20-26" PABTY BINGO • 26TH & KIPLING • Father Michael Manning ZOE ERISMAN perforins in concert "Catholics and Religious Life" Pboio b f CU Dcnv«r/PR • The Good News followed by Mendel­ 237-2763 "Gospel o f Matthew, Part VII" L. • Black Catholics Awareness Month ssohn's "Variation "Fr. Isidore Nagizimana" serieuses," one of the most #6257 • Parish Spotlight fligh ts of Colum bus "Sl Thomas More" artful of his piano compo­ SUNDAYS sitions. Channel 12 KBDl, 4:00-5 X)0 p.m. Featured in the second B i n g o H a l l Channel 11 In Boulder, 4^)0-5X)0 p.m. half of the concert will be 11 SESSIONS PER WEEK Channel 42 United Cable, 4:00-5:00 p.m. several of Mendelssohn's EXemNG FORMATS Channel 58 Mile High Cable, 7:30-8:30 p.m. Channel 4 CaWevislon of Colorado Springs, 7:00 p.m. "Songs Without Words." 720 West 84th Avenue • (84th & Huron) * Huron Plaza MONDAYS The expansive and fervent Open 7 Days A Week Channel 10 American Cable of Littleton, 12:30 p.m. "Sonata in G Minor, No. Thornton, 8^X) p.m. 2" by Robert Schumann, ALL PAPER FORMAT TUESDAYS composed during his resi­ Channel 10 American Cable of Thornton, 7:00 p.m. "NEW” 750 Bingo Equipment American Cable of Littleton, 8:30 p.m. dence in Leipzig, will close ______Completely Eocloaed Noo-meddog Secdoo American Cable of Wheatrkfge, 8:00 p.m. the program. Channel 25 Mile High Cable, 5:30-6:30 p.m. The concert is open to ALL EVENING SESSIONS 7:30 P.M. THURSDAYS the public at $10 per per­ 24 PICKLES IN PLAY Channel 10 American Cable of Littleton, 8:30 p.m. son. Tickets may be pur­ Channel 12 KBDI, 4:00-5^)0 p.m. K. of C. MEMBERS FROM HOLY TRINITY, SATURDAYS chased at Music For All NATIVITY OF OUR LORD, AND ST. MARKS PARISHES Channel 58 Mile High Cable, 6.-00-7:00 p.m. and at Rockley Music Produced by Melissa A. Pierson stores. Sessions Department of Communications For information, call Office of Television & Radio Available 657-1851 556-2977 or 399-8857. Archdiocese of Denver New Deli Sandwiches and Lots More! Denver Catholic Register — February 12, 1992 — Page 19 Folk music concert "International Folk Music" will be featured at the , i'vC- February Continental Breakfast at the Villas at Suimy Acres, 2501 E. 10th Ave., Thornton, Thursday, Feb. 20, 8:30 a.m. Ron Jones and Charlie Provenza will bring steel drums, an accordion, violin, guitar and other instru­ ments to showcase the traditional sounds of different countries. Cost of the breakfast is $2. Reservations are being taken at 452-4181, Ext. 153.______

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WOW! — The Denver Natural History Museum m transports portable exhibits to interested schools in CAREER DAY — First graders of St. Catherine of Siena, Denver recently had "Career Day." Pictured a special WOW (Worlds of Wonder) van. Hands-on from left to right are: Lucinda Garcia (Doctor); Erik Trujillo (Army man); Rachel Hurtado (Nurse); exhibits are set up in schools. Children are taken on Steven Drury (Policeman); and Steven Mondragon (Photographer/Director). ■ Bacm/DCR Photo guided tours of the exhibits and taught concepts in health, science, zoology, paleontology, archeology, Choir festival geology and astronomy with "Discovery" lessons The American Guild of Organists, Denver Chap­ SINGLES' EVENTS taught by WOW teachers from the museum. For ter presents a free Choir Anthem Festival, featuring Friends in the Spirit support group rap sessions for information, call 370-6407. six local church choirs, Sunday, Feb. 16,4 p.m., at separated, divorced and widowed are Thursdays, 7:30 Cherry Creek Presbyterian Church, 10150 E. Belle- p.m.. Spirit of Christ Church, 7400 W. 80th Ave., FLICK THE SWITCH view Ave. Call 722-2480 for information. Arvada. AND LIGHT UP YOUR DAY Herb Maes speaks Feb. 13 on "Cognitive Therapy." FREE FREE On Feb. 20, Jonathan Urban speaks on "Dreams, Its Colored picture Messages Through Interpretation." Fits your light switch Carol Hastel speaks Feb. 27 on "Food for Thought." plates - Adhesive backing A U F o rT fw r. For information call Barbara Deard, 424-5652. MfKst Sacred He a rt t if Jesus Write: LIVING MONUMENTS OF ❖ ❖ ❖ Jesus. Jesus, come into my heart Make u humhle like REPARATION A Valentine Sweetheart Dance, sponsored by South­ thy Sacred Heart Jesus. "THE WORD TODAY" P.O. Box 29372, Cincinnati, OH 45229 An inspirational 15-minute west Genesis Singles will be at Light of the World beUrved Jesus, come. radio program featuring Church, Friday, Feb. 21, at 8:30 p.m. Cost is $6 for JOIN IN MAKING RF:PARATI0 N I OR OUR SINS Archbishop J. Francis Stafford members, $8 for non-members. For information call MOMENTS OF REPAKA I ION TUNE IN EACH SUNDAY: Mike McGuire, 933-0084. KQXI, 1550 AM 10:45 a.m. “Ihc radio uposlt)latc «»l link- people and ❖ ❖ ❖ loving God in a hig wa\ * KNAB, 1140 AM 9:00 a.m. Southwest Genesis Singles will ski Winter Park, KTWOam lO'^O. Sunda\ 10:00 p in. .MS I Hosted by Michael Keller Saturday, Feb. 29. Office of Television and Radio For information call Archdiocese of Denver Mike McGuire, 933-0084. Gasho Is For Lovers Valentine's Dinner Sp>ecial, *^JidR.LOllPv^. ^ai|,crl9^ place $4 5 .0 0 a Couple (Combination of filet mignon, hibachi chicken, lobster tail, .Stained glass...Fresh flowers...Tiffany lamps... served with shrimp appetizer, salad, soup, vegetables, rice, tea and dessert. Also, free color picture of you and your Our upstairs Garden Room provides an intimate, romantic setting for your Rehearsal dinner and Wedding reception. Valentine.) Since 1974, we have been helping couples plan truly Gasho chefs go lo great lengths Regular Gasho memorable Wedding celebrations...large and small...casual to put you in a loving holiday dinners also available or elegant. mood. Watch us perform from $10.95 Hors d’oeuvres . . . Buffet . .. Formal Dinners spectacular feats of culinary magic. Knives flash as we Complete Bar Service DENVER TECH Dance Floor & Versatile Music Selection dice tender Cl NTER GASHO Private Facility up to 125 guests beef, chicken ^ 5071 South Syracuse or seafood 1-25 & E. Bellevieu Ample Free Parking Rcscrvaiions 775*3277 Off Premise Catering Available into mouth-water­ ing morsels. Crisp vegetables and season­ 846 Broadway ings fly. The plum wine flows. And the • Denver, Colorado • 837-0660 fun never stops! Ifyou'd Gasho like lo celebrate a little f of Jap an differently, try hibachi- because was styleat Gasho. never meant to be dull. Page 20 — February 12, 1992 — Denver Catholic Register VATICAN BRIEFS MADD reacts to Senate Bill 48 Racial discrimination Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Colorado 9.7 percent. Vatican City, Feb. 3— In his speech to members of strongly opposes Senate Bill 48, which would exempt According to the "Auto Insurance Premium Com­ the Regional Council for Lazio, Pope John Paul II said, drunk drivers from civil responsibility for their acts parison," published by the Colorado Division of Insur­ in the face of the immigration wave facing current except in the most extraordinary flagrant cases. ance, this would result in an annual savings of $211 for society "all types of racial discrimination must be If passed, the Verbal Threshold Bill, could save bad a 21 -year-old male with a below average driving record avoided, fostering justice and human solidarity. drivers more than $210 a year while saving good drivers and a high number of claims, but with a good record for He stressed that "the primary mission of the Church less than $40 a year, according to information provided the past three years. is that of evangelizing," but at the same time "it is by the Colorado Division of Insurance. In exchange for A 35-year-old male driver with a good driving and responsible for defending the value of life, of the these savings, innocent victims of bad drivers would claims record would save $42 a year, and a 68-year-old family, of the human person." In short, "she sides with lose most of their rights to use the court system to female with a clean record would save $36 a year. the weak, the poor and the marginalized." recover fully for their injuries. "I call this The Drunk Driver Protection Act because Pope John Paul favors greater cooperation between MaryEllen Waggoner, Assistant Commissioner of it would offer a staggering degree of immunity to drunk the Lazio Region, which has the highest number of Insurance, testified before the Senate Business Affairs drivers whose actions injure others. As it turns out, this Third World immigrants in Italy, and ecclesial organi­ Committee Jan. 29, that passage of this bill would bill would also save bad drivers considerably more zations which can "better solve the precarious situa­ reduce the average automobile insurance premium by money than it would save good drivers. In fact, it would tions in which so many of our brothers live," and who, save the average bad driver enough money to buy two "as citizens, have the right to have the necessary care as bottles of beer a day," said Jeannie Fritz, Legislative well as both moral and spiritual support." Liaison for MADD Colorado. Focus on family A This bill would prevent people injured in auto colli­ Vatican City, Jan. 31 — Cardinal Vicar of Rome sions from suing the person who caused the collision Camillo Ruini, in a letter addressed to Romans, said the unless they have incurred more than $50,000 in medical on-going diocesan synod was entering a new phase bills or suffered a serious and permanent disability that called "Encounter with the City" and its main focus prevents them from working or taking part in substan­ would be the family. tially all of the activities they enjoyed before the He acknowledged that Rome has many baptized collision. Catholics "who no longer believe or do not consider themselves Catholics," and he stressed the priority of ST. T H O M A S the Church's evangelizing mission. He explained that the synod's focus would be on the The Vincentian Institute of Pastoral Studies at St. family as "an essential reference point" for both eccle­ i Thomas Theological Seminary, 1300 S. Steele St., sial and civil life adding that "the family can be an Denver, sponsors the following: especially appropriate and fruitful terrain for collabora­ "Prayer at the Heart of the Family," presented by tion between Church and civil society." Vie Thorgren, Saturday, March 7, from 9 a.m to noon, •» A. Pornography fight at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, 5450 S. Lemay Ave., Vatican City, Jan. 30 — Pope John Paul called Ft. Collins. Cost is $20. upon families and civil leaders to lead the battle against This workshop takes the approach that in special pornography which he termed "immoral and ultimately times, crisis times and ordinary times, prayer flows anti-social because it is opposed to the truth about the naturally from the heart of the family. human person." By drawing upon the images from personal experi­ "By its very nature, pornography denies the genuine ence with parents, youth and children, Thorgren en­ meaning of human sexuality as a God-given gift," he ables participants of the workshop to "come home" to said. "By reducing the body to an instrument for the EASTERN EUROPE — Catholics in Ukraine once the family at prayer in a way that fosters the liturgical gratification of the senses, pornography frustrates au­ again celebrate Mass and religious freedom in a life of the entire parish family. thentic moral growth and undermines the development church that through years of repression had been of mattue and healthy relationships." used as a food warehouse. American bishops have " Praying with Dorothy Day and Daniel Berrigan," Calling pornography a "serious threat to society," instituted a special collection to help the Church in presented by Celeste Rossmiller, Wednesday, March the pope added that "freedom, once detached from its Central and Eastern Europe and the former USSR 11, from 6:30 to 9 p.m. Cost is $20. moral foundations, becomes easily confused with li­ bring the light of God's word back into the lives of Day and Berrigan have looked for Christ in bread cense." The diffusion of pornography "is at times these long-suffering people. nioT7-r^T7'0 answered Life at Home O X h x V V answered for prayers intention. LONG 77S-7707 SLndru MootJwy M4.C. M.O. answered Douoia* Botdorf D2>4. Bonded & Insured M L3. E.B. 4 2 9 -7 6 3 4 762-1090 JAG. 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