Sorrow Gives Way to Joy, As Death Is Conquered by Life. May the Risen Lord, Who Triumphed Over the Grave, Bless You with Joy This Easter Season, and Always

www.theleaven.com | Newspaper of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas | Vol. 31, No. 33 april 2, 2010

Sorrow gives way to joy, as death is conquered by life. May the risen Lord, who triumphed over the grave, bless you with joy this Easter season, and always.

+ Joseph F. Naumann Archbishop of Kansas City in Kansas

+ James P. Keleher Archbishop Emeritus of Kansas City in Kansas 2 ARCHBISHOP THE LEAVEN • april 2, 2010 THE LEAVEN • April 2, 2010 SECOND FRONT PAGE 3 LIFE WILL BE VICTORIOUS Despair is not an option for the Christian hare raising hen you are named Archbishop Naumann’s 3 p.m. Divine Mercy celebration — Cathedral a bishop, you are Olathe parishioner makes hundreds of Easter baskets for Catholic Charities W weekly calendar April 12 asked to develop a coat Jesus Caritas bishops’ prayer group — April 2 Wichita By Joe Bollig of arms and to adopt a 3 p.m. Good Friday service — Cathedral; Leaven staff motto that serves as a Archbishop Keleher preaches April 13 Jesus Caritas OLATHE — Two weeks before Eas- theme for your ministry April 3 ter every year, Jean Ann Thompson’s bishops to prevent passage of a bill 8 p.m. Holy Saturday Vigil — Cathedral Confirmation — Sacred Heart, Emporia living room here looks like the staging as bishop. The vast ma- with insufficient protections for the ground for the Easter Bunny’s invasion jority of bishops select a unborn. April 4 April 14 of Earth. The sex abuse scandal in Ireland, as Noon Easter Mass — St. Agnes, Roeland Park 5th-grade vocation day — Prince of Peace Nearly every square foot is covered phrase from the New Tes- well as many other nations of Western with colorful Easter baskets, each con- tament. There were sev- Europe, has also been disheartening. April 6 Interview on Catholic Radio taining candy and a stuffed bunny, With our own experience in the United Administrative Team meeting wrapped with a pretty bow. eral biblical verses that I States of a similar scandal so fresh in April 15 “I think there’s a little over 300 of Priests Personnel meeting our memories, it revives a mixture of Curia meeting — chancery them,” she said. considered, but in the end negative emotions. Our hearts go out The only way for Jean Ann and her Taping of “Shepherd’s Voice” Holy Hour, vespers, dinner for Priests Day — I chose instead a phrase to the victims. We are ashamed that husband Charles, members of St. Paul some priests exploited their position of St. Patrick, Kansas City, Kan. Parish in Olathe, to get to the kitchen is from the writings of Pope April 7 trust to commit such evil acts against Lunch with Community Housing of Wyan- a narrow path. innocent youth and children. We are April 16 She doesn’t have a fixation on the John Paul II: “Vitae Vic- dotte County Meeting with principals and pastors regard- disappointed that some bishops failed Easter Bunny. Far from it. Every year, ing Schools of Faith toria Erit” — “Life Will Be in their responsibility to protect their Adoration/Benediction for Bishop Ward on the Tuesday before Easter, she and Victorious.” flock. We are angered that enemies of High School — Cathedral her family load up the baskets and take In part, I chose this motto because the church are attempting to use this Archbishop Keleher’s them to Catholic Charities Children of my many years of service in the tragedy to discredit its essential mes- Dinner (Ward benefit) — residence weekly calendar and Family Services office in Olathe. sage for humanity. There, the Easter baskets are given church’s pro-life apostolate. It is a April 8 phrase that communicates an abiding Many are experiencing great April 2 to families who otherwise might not Adoration/Benediction — Hayden High hope, despite all the current challenges personal struggles. Individuals and Good Friday service — Cathedral have them for their children. and obstacles, to the promotion and families continue to suffer the reper- School, Topeka The baskets are very popular. defense of the sanctity of human life. cussions of our poor economy and April 3 “People have been coming in and Confirmation — Good Shepherd, Shawnee However, I selected “Vitae Victoria high unemployment. There are many Easter Vigil — St. Joseph, Shawnee asking about them — ‘Is the Easter bas- who are experiencing serious health ket lady coming this year?’” said Shir- Erit” even more because it summa- April 10 problems. The recent death of a loved April 4 ley Kelso, a Catholic Charities worker rizes the invincible hope that is ours Morning prayer — Mount St. Scholastica one burdens many with what seems Easter Sunday Mass — Sisters, Servants of in the Olathe office. as Christians. Our annual celebration Sisters unbearable grief. Others have had love Mary Jean Ann understands. Her family of the great feast of Easter focuses our betrayed, shaking the foundation of struggled to make ends meet during attention on the fundamental truth Mass — MSSC, Atchison their marriage or family. April 11 the Great Depression of the 1930s, that is the foundation of our Christian There are always reasons to despair. Confirmation — Florida faith — namely, Jesus is risen from the Dedication — St. James, Wetmore and having an Easter basket was a real dead. However, despair is not an option for treat. April 12 Death has received a definitive the Christian. We are never without April 11 “I remember when we were young, 52nd anniversary of priestly ordination defeat. The victory of life has already hope, because our hope does not rest Mass and RCIA initiation sacraments — we didn’t have anything,” she said. “We been won by Jesus. You and I are upon our own wisdom and strength Benedictine College, Atchison were real poor, but my parents man- privileged to participate in the unfold- but on the victory of life won by aged to get us an Easter basket. I was ing of this victory of life in this par- Jesus. always really thrilled with my Easter ticular moment of human history. No As we read the Passion narrative basket. I want to do this in case there matter our trials and tribulations, no during Holy Week, we realized that nal life for all those who believe in him. nourishes us for our pilgrimage in this are kids who would not get one other- matter how grim the problems of our God loved us so much that he submit- The Paschal Mystery is an impor- life. The Paschal Mystery refers to the wise.” world, the outcome is certain. More ted himself to the full range of human tant term in our Catholic vocabulary. death and resurrection of Jesus, the Jean Ann made her first 15 Easter than anything else, I want my ministry sufferings. Jesus is the ultimate inno- The word paschal is derived from the Lamb of God. The Christian sees this baskets for Catholic Charities in 1990. as a bishop to foster the irrepressible cent victim. He suffered false accusa- Latin word for Passover. This phrase pattern of death and rebirth every- “My daughter, who lived next door hope that the victory of Jesus over sin tions and grave injustices. Jesus was hearkens back to the liberation of where. We recognize in our sufferings [at the time] had a bunch of Easter can- and death brings to the hearts of his abandoned and betrayed by his closest Israel from slavery in Egypt. It was the and our dyings, the instruments that dy left over from making [the grand- disciples. friends. He endured the most excruci- blood of the lamb on the doorposts of God uses to draw forth new and more children’s] Easter baskets,” said Jean The devil is always sowing seeds ating physical pain. Jesus was mocked, the Israelites that saved them from the abundant life. Ann. “She said, ‘I don’t want to eat it. I of discouragement and discontent. ridiculed and humiliated. Finally, he angel of death destroying their first- May this Easter renew in our hearts want to give it to you.’ And I said that I Many were saddened that health care suffered the inescapable human real- born. It was the flesh of the lamb that the invincible hope of the risen Lord! didn’t want to eat it either.” reform was passed without prohibiting ity: death itself. nourished the Israelites for the Exodus May we reaffirm our conviction, as fol- Then, Jean Ann had an inspiration. tax-funding of abortion. Our dismay Yet, the story of Jesus does not end journey. lowers of the Lamb, that no matter the She suggested they find some spare was even intensified by the fact that on Good Friday. In fact, it does not Jesus is the Lamb of the New problems of our present circumstances, stuffed animals and baskets, and as- so-called Catholic organizations and end at all. On Easter, Jesus vanquished Covenant. By his blood, we have been the victory of life is certain! Indeed, semble some Easter baskets for the groups undercut the efforts of the death and opened up the door for eter- redeemed from sin and death. His flesh Life Will Be Victorious! Catholic Charities office in Olathe. The baskets were a big hit, and she decided to do it again, year after year. Jean Ann shops garage sales dur- Villa St. Francis ing the year for baskets and bunnies in 16600 W. 126th Street • Olathe, Kansas 66062 good shape — no junk, she says. She Phone: (913) 829-5201 Fax: (913) 829-5399 vacuums and cleans them to get that “just new” appearance. She buys candy Daily Mass in the Chapel at 10 a.m. (about $200 worth) and puts a small • Medicare and Kansas Medicaid certified • 24 - hour nursing care • Dementia/Alzheimer’s unit amount in a plastic bag for each basket. • Physical, occupational and speech therapist on staff/ Rapid recovery • Nutritious Home cooked meals “Charles helps me put the ribbons • Private and Semi Private rooms • Beauty and Barber Shop • 24 hour snacks on,” said Jean Ann. “But I usually just do it myself. People have offered to Affiliated with the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas help, which is very nice, but I usually just do it myself, so I can do it at my own time.” Published weekly September Postmaster : Send address chang- Jean Ann usually delivers the bas- Editor Senior Reporter Advertising Representative through May, excepting the Friday the es to The Leaven, 12615 Parallel Pkwy., kets on Tuesday of Holy Week. And Reverend Mark Goldasich, stl Joe Bollig Jennifer Siebes week after Thanksgiving, and the Friday Kansas City, KS 66109. For change of generally, they don’t stay around long. Publication No. (ISSN0194-9799) [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] after Christmas; biweekly June through address, provide old and new address “They come in tomorrow,” Kelso August. Address communications to: and parish. Subscriptions $18/ year. The Leaven, 12615 Parallel Pkwy., Kan- Periodicals postage paid at Kansas City, said on Monday of Holy Week. “If any- President Managing Editor Production Manager Reporter sas City, KS 66109. Phone: (913) 721- KS 66109. thing is left here by Wednesday, I’ll be Leaven photo by Joe Bollig Most Reverend Joseph F. Anita McSorley Todd Habiger KARA HANSEN 1570; fax: (913) 721-5276; or e-mail at: surprised.” Nearly every square foot of Jean Ann Thompson’s living room is covered with Easter baskets. Every year, she makes baskets for Catholic Charities to Naumann [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]. give to children who otherwise might not get one. 4 LOCAL NEWS THE LEAVEN • April 2, 2010 THE LEAVEN • april 2, 2010 LOCAL NEWS 5 “The Passion of “Jesus Christ Superstar” “King of Kings” By the Christ” Year: 1973 Year: 1961 Joe Year: 2004 Starring: Ted Neeley (Jesus) Carl Starring: Jeffrey Hunter (Jesus), Siobhan McKenna Bolllig Starring: James Anderson (Judas Iscariot), and Yvonne (Mary), and Rip Torn (Judas). Easter at the Movies Elliman (Mary Magdalene). About: The life and ministry of Jesus. When he reach- Caviezel (Jesus), Maia Morgenstern (Mary). About: The film version of Andrew es adulthood and begins his mission, some respond n some families, “The Greatest Story Ever Told” “Quo Vadis” About: Mel Gibson’s Lloyd Webber’s rock opera about the with faith, some with fear, and others try to use him it just wouldn’t Year: 1965 Year: 1951 controversial film about last weeks of Jesus, ending with his for their own purposes. be Easter without Starring: Max Von Sydow (Jesus), Starring: Robert Taylor (Marcus the last 12 hours of crucifixion. It’s a little too artsy-hippie Rating: PG-13 (some violent content) Dorothy McGuire (Mary), and Charlton Vinicius), Deborah Kerr (Lygia), and for some (Who knew Herod could Memorable line: “I will give you a moment with the the whole gang Jesus of Nazareth, his Heston (John the Baptist). Peter Ustinov (Nero). passion and crucifixion. dance like that?), and with an ambigu- prisoner John. But remember this. . . . Break Caesar’s getting together About: An epic telling of the life of About: It’s a familiar story: Pagan Rating: R (for graphic ous ending (Uh, wasn’t there supposed law, and you will find in me the most merciless of Iin front of the TV, with a Christ, which ends with triumphant guy falls for a good, faith-filled girl violence) to be a resurrection somewhere in men.” (Lucius, to Jesus) big bowl of hot-buttered resurrection. Some creative license was and is converted to the true Chris- Memorable line: “Stop! there?), but still well worth viewing. If you survived ’70s catechesis and youth popcorn, to watch “The taken in the death of Judas, but the tian faith. Unfortunately, Marcus Stop! Leave him alone! symbolism is profound. (Hint: Out of the and Lygia get on the wrong side of ministry, you saw this film at least Ten Commandments.” If you don’t stop, I won’t “The Robe” frying pan, into the fire.) Emperor Nero, who throws them to carry that cross one three times. Year: 1953 Cecil B. DeMille’s Rating: G the lions. In the course of it all, they more step. I don’t care Rating: G Starring: Richard Burton (Marcellus Gallio), Jean Sim- 1956 masterpiece (it- Memorable line: Guard, “We have meet St. Peter. what you do to me!” Memorable line: “One thing I’ll say for mons (Diana), and Victor Mature (the slave Deme- self a remake of his orders to bring you to Herod, Baptist.” Rating: (None) (Simon of Cyrene) him, Jesus is cool.” (Caiaphas) trius). John the Baptist, “I have orders to bring Memorable line: “These people About: Marcellus is a cynical Roman tribune who tries 1923 film) is one of you to God . . . heathen.” know how to die, Nero. In death you many faith-themed to deal with his unpleasant tour of duty with wine will squeal like a hog!” (Vinicius) and other diversions. One day he is ordered to lead films suitable for family “Keys of the “A Man for All Seasons” the crucifixion of one Jesus of Nazareth, and his life is viewing this Easter. “Barabbas” Kingdom” Year: 1966 turned upside down. He is given an imperial order to Starring: Paul Scofield (Sir Thomas More), In addition to the Year: 1962 Year: 1944 find the robe of Christ but, in the end, finds true faith Robert Shaw (King Henry VIII), and John Starring: Anthony Quinn (Barabbas) Starring: Gregory Peck (Fa- in God. “sword and sandal” ep- Hurt (Richard Rich). About: Another “sword and sandal” epic from Hollywood’s heyday, this is the ther Francis Chisom) Rating: (None) ics from Hollywood’s About: Echoes of Christ’s Passion and death story of the condemned criminal who was spared in place of Christ. Barabbas About: China is a long way Memorable line: “You crucified him. You, my mas- are seen in this story of saint and statesman golden age, there have survives, struggles with his inner demons, and eventually becomes a follower of from Israel, but this story of a ter. Yet you freed me. I’ll never serve you again, you Sir Thomas More. The corrupt and tyranni- also been more recent Christ. heroic missionary is much in Roman pig. Masters of the world, you call yourselves. cal King Henry VIII was in dispute with the films, such as “The Pas- Rating: (None) the spirit of the early Chris- Thieves! Murderers! Jungle animals! A curse on you! A church, and the king needed More’s ap- Memorable line: “I was the opposite of everything he taught, wasn’t I? Why did tians of the New Testament. curse on your empire!” (Demetrius) sion of the Christ” and proval for political cover. More chose death he let himself be killed instead of me?” (Barabbas) It’s a good film to watch if made-for-TV films and rather than to deny his Catholic faith. “The Ten Commandments” you’re tired of watching Ro- Year: 1956 Rating: G mini-series. The list is mans with British accents. Starring: Charlton Heston (Moses), Yul Brenner Memorable line: (After Rich was bribed “Peter and Paul” quite long. Rating: (None) (Rameses), and Anne Baxter (Nefretiri). “A.D.” with the appointment of attorney general of Year: 1981 Memorable line: “The Chris- So, choose your chan- About: The Egyptian prince Moses learns that he is Year: 1985 Wales) “Why Richard, it profits a man noth- Starring: Anthony Hopkins (Paul), Robert Foxworth tian is a good man, but the nel, rent a DVD, or even really a Hebrew, and discovers his destiny as God’s Starring: Denis Quilley (Peter), Philip Anthony (James the Elder), and Alan ing to give his soul for the whole world . . . (Peter), and Herbert Lorn (Barnabas). Confucian usually has a bet- check out YouTube for a instrument to liberate his people. Downer (Barnabas). but for Wales?” (More) About: Another great TV mini-series. An epic story ter sense of humor.” (Father Rating: G About: Set in the first decades after the death, resurrection, and ascension of of the apostolic age, about how the great figures of great Easter film. Chisom) Memorable line: “The Lord of Hosts will do battle Jesus, this TV mini-series dramatizes the spread of Christianity across the Roman early Christianity struggled with each other as they for us. Behold his mighty hand!” (Moses) Empire. This is the sequel to “Jesus of Nazareth.” wrestled to teach and understand the faith Jesus left “Ben Hur” them. Paul is portrayed with a bit of a Protestant bias “Jesus of Nazareth” Year: 1959 toward “sola fides,” but otherwise a fair depiction of Starring: Charlton Heston (Judah Ben- early Christianity. “One Night with the Year: 1977 Hur) and Stephen Boyd (Messala). “The Prince Starring: Robert Powell (Je- Rating: (None) About: The Jewish aristocrat Judah Memorable line: “You’re like a straw, blown in the of Egypt” King” sus), James Farentino (Simon Ben-Hur has a joyful reunion when his Year: 2006 wind!” (Paul, shouting at Peter) Year: 1998 Peter), and Ian McShane childhood friend, Messala, arrives as the Starring: Luke Goss (King Starring: Val (Judas Iscariot). new commanding officer of the Roman Xerxes), Tiffany Dupont (Ha- Kilmer (Moses), About: Actually a TV mini- legions in Jerusalem. Soon, however, they dassah/Esther), James Calis Ralph Fiennes (Ramses), series, this is a reverent and clash over differing politics. After an in- “An Easter Carol: A Veggie Tales Movie” (Haman the Agagite). and Patrick Stewart (Seti). extended telling of the life nocent accident, Messala enslaves Judah Year: 2004 About: Esther, a young Jewish About: This is one for the and ministry of Jesus, cul- Ben-Hur and imprisons his family. Judah Starring: Mike Nawrocki (Larry the Cucumber), Phil girl, is chosen to become the kids, but the whole family will minating in the Passion and Ben-Hur plots and achieves his revenge Vischer (Bob the Tomato), also as Ebenezer Nezzer. wife of King Xerxes of Persia. enjoy it. An animated telling of the crucifixion. while the world changes around him with About: For the kids, and the kids in all of us. Larry With cunning and faith in God, story of Moses — his perilous birth, Rating: (None) the coming of the Messiah. Don’t drive the Cucumber (Millward) and Bob the Tomato (Cavis) she maneuvers through palace privileged life in the royal family, and Memorable line: Pontius on I-435 after watching the chariot race teach the meaning of Easter to Mr. Nezzer, who wants intrigue to save her people dawning acceptance of his true origins Pilate, “Do you realize I have scene. to tear down St. Bart’s Church to build an amusement and win the king’s heart. and purpose in life. the power to release you or Rating: G park. It’s “A Christmas Carol” meets animated veg- Rating: PG Rating: PG have you crucified?” Jesus, Memorable line: “One God, that I can etables. Memorable line: “My father Memorable line: “Be still. Pharaoh “You wouldn’t have that pow- understand, but one wife? That’s not civi- Rating: (None) told me it takes the glory of speaks. I work hard to build an empire er over me if it hadn’t been lized. 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Blessed Oils s Unity in ministry The large crystal carafes filled The priests of the archdiocese join with Archbishop with fine olive oil await the Joseph F. Naumann in the consecration of the oil of blessings that will make the oil chrism, because they share in the sacred office of the suitable for sacramental use. bishop and as a clear expression of the unity of the The first is the holy chrism, used priesthood. to anoint priests and bishops at their ordinations, as well as during baptisms and at the ded- t Act of Blessing ication of churches and altars. Archbishop Naumann blesses the oil of the sick. The second is the oil of catechu- mens, used at baptisms. The third is the oil of the sick, used to bring comfort and support to the sick in their infirmity. The Chrism Mass

s Gathered Traditionally, the Chrism Mass takes place on Holy Thursday morning. Because it is difficult, though, for many - pas tors and people to travel on that day and return home in s The Chrism Mass time for the Evening Mass of Every Tuesday of Holy Week, the priests the Lord’s Supper, the Chrism of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kan- Mass is celebrated on the sas gather with Archbishop Joseph F. Tuesday of Holy Week in the Naumann to celebrate the Chrism Mass, archdiocese. during which the oils of the sick and cat- echumens are blessed, and the oil of the holy chrism is consecrated. These oils are used in the sacraments as powerful signs and instruments of grace. Although this Mass usually is held at Savior Pas- toral Center, it was held at Curé of Ars Parish in Leawood in this Year of the Priest in honor of St. John Vianney, the Curé of Ars, who is the patron saint of the world’s priests. s

s Called and sent After the oils are blessed and consecrated, they are distributed All with one to pastors, who return to their parishes and place vials of the To show the unity of the presbyterate three oils in a special case in the church called an ambry. with its archbishop, both the priests of the archdiocese and those working in the archdiocese attend the annual Chrism Photos by s sweetness of balsAm Mass. After pouring in the fragrant balsam, the archbishop breathes over the oil of holy chrism and recites the consecratory prayer. Susan McSpadden 10 NATION THE LEAVEN • april 2, 2010 THE LEAVEN • april 2, 2010 world 11 Archbishop urges Catholics to Shroud illustrates Christ’s put Mass at center of Sunday Obama signs Vatican puts suffering, encourages prayer NEW YORK (CNS) — Archbishop Timothy J. VATICAN CITY (CNS) — The Shroud of Dolan of New York urged Catholics to make Turin, which will go on display in April, offers Mass the center of their Sunday because executive order documents, Christians a complete understanding of the the observance of the Lord’s day is essential suffering Christ went through on the cross, for the church, “the vibrancy of our faith” said an Italian cardinal. Pilgrims who visit and the “clarity of our Catholic identity.” some from Turin, Italy, to see the shroud will have a The archbishop used his first pastoral since on abortion chance to “meditate and contemplate the ex- being named to head the New York Arch- By Nancy Frazier O’Brien traordinary, tragic and mysterious suffering” diocese a year ago to call Catholics to “keep Catholic News Service seen in the shadowy image on the cloth “that the Lord’s day holy” and remind them that WW II, online we believe corresponds with the suffering it is in receiving the Eucharist on Sunday WASHINGTON (CNS) — In a quiet of Christ,” Cardinal Severino Poletto of Turin that they sustain their faith. “Anybody 50 ceremony before more than a dozen By Sarah Delaney said at a March 25 press conference at the or older can remember when faithful at- members of Congress, mostly Catholics, Catholic News Service Vatican. The shroud, which many Christians tendance at Sunday Mass was the norm for President Barack Obama signed an ex- believe is the burial cloth of Jesus Christ, will all Catholics,” Archbishop Dolan said. “To ecutive order stipulating that no federal VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Historical Vati- be on display at the Cathedral of Turin April be a ‘practicing Catholic’ meant you were funds would be used to pay for abor- can documents, including material regard- 10-May 23. Pope Benedict XVI will visit Turin at Mass every Sunday. Over 75 percent of tions under the new health reform law. ing the role of the church during World War to see the shroud and celebrate Mass May 2. The ceremony was closed to the CNS photo/Tim Hunt, Northwest Indiana Catholic II, are now online and available for consul- It will be the first display, or ostentation, of Catholics went to Mass every Sunday. “That PROTESTERS HOLD SIGNS DURING RALLY — Protesters hold signs during a march and rally for im- media and the president delivered no CNS photo/Walter Hupiu tation on the official Vatican Web site. the shroud in 10 years, and the first since it should still be the case. Sadly, it is not. Now, migration reform March 19 in East Chicago, Ind. An estimated 100 people participated in the march remarks about the order, which was ARTIST SHAPES CLAY FIGURE — A young musician made of red clay takes shape under artist Fredy Thousands of official Vatican acts underwent restoration in 2002. In presenting the studies tell us, only one-third of us go and some of them went on to Washington to participate in a national immigration rally in Washing- promised to a group of pro-life House Huasacca’s skillful fingers in Lima, Peru, March 20. Huasacca learned the art from his father in his recorded between 1865 and 2007 have the final details of the event,C ardinal Poletto weekly, perhaps even less in some areas of ton March 21. the archdiocese,” he said. “If you want your Democrats in exchange for their votes home town of Quinua, in Peru’s southern highlands, which is known for its ceramics. been scanned and uploaded to the Web said that while “there is not mathematical faith to wither up and die, quit going to Sun- in favor of the Patient Protection and site. But the documents likely to arouse certainty that it is the cloth that was wrapped day Mass. As the body will die without food, Affordable Care Act. The legislation the most curiosity are contained in the around our Lord,” it was “absolutely impos- the soul will expire without nourishment. passed by a 219-212 vote late March 21. Indiana march, immigration Indigenous Peruvian artisans volumes of World War II-era documents sible that it was manufactured.” Cardinal That sustenance comes at the Sunday Eu- Cardinal Francis E. George of Chi- compiled by four Jesuit scholars begin- Poletto said that in the image of the man on charist,” he added. The archbishop released cago, president of the U.S. Conference ning in the 1960s. the centuries-old linen, “we are able to see all his pastoral on St. Patrick’s Day. of Catholic Bishops, said in a March rally called ‘journey of hope’ The volumes include material from the the details of the passion of Christ, just as it is 23 interview that he is apprehensive strive for recognition of work Vatican Secret Archives regarding wartime told in the Gospel.” about whether the executive order will under God, that all men are created Pope Pius XII, accused by some historians By Steve Euvino By Barbara J. Fraser years of work. Huasacca’s pride in each ‘Priests’ needs’ at center achieve its stated goal, since some legal Catholic News Service equal . . . then the president and Con- and Jewish groups of not doing enough to Catholic News Service piece is evident. Ciudad Juarez church welcomes experts believe the wording of the new gress will pass a just and moral immi- save Jews from destruction by the Nazis. of Hoge tribute This year, Lent brought a new chal- law itself, and not the executive order, EAST CHICAGO, Ind. (CNS) — Ask gration reform bill,” he told the North- In 1965 Pope Paul VI ordered the new U.S.-Mexican plans WASHINGTON (CNS) — In an inaugural LIMA, Peru (CNS) — Fredy Huasac- lenge. Huasacca and other ceramic artists will be used by courts to decide whether Mary Gante what she wants in immi- west Indiana Catholic, newspaper of the scholars to search the archives for evi- lecture honoring the late religion sociolo- ca rolls a ball of red clay between the are fashioning 15 pieces — representing MEXICO CITY (CNS) — A spokesman for federal funds can be used for abortions. gration legislation and she says simply, Gary Diocese. dence to rebut claims about his predeces- gist Dean Hoge, Bishop Gerald F. Kicanas palms of his hands, pressing and pinch- the Stations of the Cross and Jesus’ resur- the Diocese of Ciudad Juarez welcomed The executive order “maintains cur- “Una reforma.” He and other local supporters of reform sor’s allegedly negligent conduct during of Tucson, Ariz., vice president of the U.S. ing it. As if by magic, a face with smooth rection — in the style of their native Aya- plans by the Mexican and U.S. governments rent Hyde amendment restrictions A naturalized U.S. citizen and the moth- specifically support a measure sponsored the war. The claims were made by Rolf Conference of Catholic Bishops, said Hoge’s cheeks and delicate features takes shape cucho, a city in Peru’s southern highlands. to focus more on social and economic prob- governing abortion policy and extends er of a 2-year-old, Gante is pregnant with by U.S. Rep. Luis V. Gutierrez, D-Ill. Hochhuth, a German and author of a recommendations on bringing new vitality between his fingers. “My figures represent rural people,” says lems in Mexico, instead of just military and those restrictions to the newly created her second child. Her husband, however, Bishop Dale J. Melczek of Gary 1963 play called “The Deputy,” in which to the priesthood bear receiving close atten- Small strands of clay become hair and Huasacca, who places Andean figures in law enforcement crackdowns on the ram- health insurance exchanges” that will is in the first year of a 10-year deportation blessed the participants and noted that Pope Pius was depicted as a coward who tion from the church’s leaders. Hoge died in another piece, patted skillfully like a tor- traditional Christian scenes. “The faces are pant violence attributed to narcotics-traf- be set up in 2014. from this country. Currently employed, they were gathered “as a people of peace did not stand up to Adolf Hitler. 2008, after a 34-year career at The Catholic tilla, creases into the folds of a skirt. Min- craggy and weathered. They are the faces ficking cartels. T“ he social sphere requires In addition, conscience protections Mary Gante can travel from country to . . . a people of nonviolence.” The scholars, led by U.S. Jesuit Fa- University of America. Drawing from Hoge’s utes later, the lump of earth on Huasacca’s of my people. In the countryside, people are attention,” said Father Hesiquio Trevizo, contained the current church amend- country, but her husband may not. “Our American ideals call us to par- ther Robert Graham, gathered docu- research on the priesthood, particularly workbench has become a peasant girl play- very Catholic and have a deep belief in God.” spokesman, from Ciudad Juarez, the city that ment and Weldon amendment “remain A member of Our Lady of Guadalupe ticipate in public debate over this im- ments through 1981 that were pub- about those who are beginning their priestly ing a charango, a sort of Peruvian ukulele. Spanish missionaries used art to borders El Paso, Texas. “We lack schools, lack intact and new protections prohibit dis- Parish, Gante was among an estimated portant issue. Our Catholic faith urges lished in 12 volumes under the title lives, Bishop Kicanas said that if the newly Usually, Huasacca makes arks. Ves- spread the faith among indigenous peo- hospitals and lack jobs. There’s enormous crimination against health care facilities 100 people who marched March 19 for us to do so with charity,” he said. “Acts and Documents of the Holy See ordained are to thrive in ministry as Pope sels of all sizes, crammed with animals, ple in the Andes, and their influence still poverty,” said Father Trevizo. “The response and health care providers because of an comprehensive immigration reform Bishop Melczek said Catholics believe Relating to the Second World War.” Benedict XVI stressed in declaring the Year line the shelves of one room in his simple is seen in paintings, ceramics and wood- can’t be exclusively militaristic.” The change unwillingness to provide, pay for, pro- through the streets of East Chicago and that immigration reform must be attentive These volumes were digitized recently for Priests, “dioceses need to attend to the reed-and-plywood house on the southern en shadow boxes, “retablos,” which of- of course, announced during a March 23 visit vide coverage or, or refer for abortions.” listened to several speeches afterward. to such basic principles as protection of the with the help of the Pave the Way Foun- amount of work they put on priests and to edge of Lima, Peru’s sprawling capital. ten portray religious scenes. to Mexico City by Secretary of State Hillary Rep. Bart Stupak, D-Mich., said in a Fifty-five of them went to Washington dignity of the human being and family re- dation. Its president, Gary Krupp, says the find ways to assist them in acquiring the One ark towers above the rest. Noah, “Art in Peru is rooted in faith,” says Aldo Clinton, would put increased focus on creat- statement after the ceremony that the for a March 21 national immigration unification and people’s right to seek basic documents show that the pope did much skills necessary to feel competent in what on the prow, is surrounded by Peruvian Diaz of the Institute of Theater and Social ing jobs and reducing poverty in areas rife executive order “protects the sanctity march and rally. needs abroad if they cannot be met at home. to help Jews, acting often quietly behind they are called to do in parish work.” He parrots, toucans, tortoises and llamas, Culture, which was founded by members with violence. The new approach comes as of life,” especially when linked with a Organizer Tony Barreda called the He said the church believes sovereign na- the scenes to avoid reprisals by the Nazis suggested that further research into how as well as exotic elephants, giraffes and of the Christian Life Movement in Lima. violence escalates in the crackdown on drug conversation he had on the House floor East Chicago event and the trip to Wash- tions have a right to control their borders against Jews. priests spend their time might help dioceses hippos. A monkey’s tail wraps around The institute sponsors competitions and cartels, which has claimed more than 18,000 with Rep. Henry Waxman, D-Calif., ington a “journey of hope . . . to make the but that there should be a process in place The published volumes do not make provide them with the training they need in a mooring rope on the side of the ves- exhibits of the artists’ work as well as re- lives since December 2006 and left parts of about Congress’ intent on abortion in United States of America even stronger.” to allow undocumented immigrants in the up the entirety of the Vatican collection management and in making use of other sel, and a condor with outspread wings treats for them. Diaz visits the families, Mexico — such as Ciudad Juarez — almost the legislation. “If we believe we are one nation country to legalize their status. of wartime material. people’s skills. perches at the top. That ark took two counseling them and praying with them. ungovernable. 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Call (913) 638-5385. 14 COMMENTARY THE LEAVEN • April 2, 2010 THE LEAVEN • april 2, 2010 commentary 15 Mark my words Facing death in solidarity and hope hen I make presen- nology that may surround a patient. others in their suffering, we do far Catholic Press Association Make the Easter season ‘eggs-emplary’ For example, thanks to the remark- more than express a detached pity Wtations on end-of- able development of feeding tubes, it toward them. Rather, we manifest a Award Winner h, but it’s a sad tale. Just a few of Easter joy. While I usually do a pretty has become a relatively simple matter willingness to enter into their situa- 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, days ago, a man was driving good job of it through the week after life decision making, I to nourish and hydrate someone who tion. The word compassion (from Latin 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, Aalong. Suddenly, the Easter bun- Easter and maybe even a few days be- sometimes have audience is having trouble swallowing. Such and French roots: com - “with” + pati ny hopped into his lane. He swerved, yond, after that, my joyful enthusiasm 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 a tube, particularly when inserted - “to suffer”) means, “to suffer with,” but it was too late. Bam! The bunny tends to fade pretty rapidly. members approach me af- directly into the stomach, is a highly to suffer alongside, to participate in went flying and the eggs in his basket As Jesus said a number of times, terwards with comments effective means of providing nutrition suffering. Archbishop Edward O’Meara spilled everywhere. The driver, shaking maybe we need to learn a lesson from ment decisions for them and ensuring and hydration in various institutional Pope Benedict XVI perhaps stated Award Winner and filled with remorse, began to cry. the children around us. One of the pop- like, “You know, Father, a supportive and humanly enriching settings. But the ease of injecting food the importance of compassion most A woman saw the man, pulled over, ular things for them to do at this time of environment as they approach their and liquids through a so-called PEG directly in 2007 when he wrote: “A 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, things up. He reminds us that “Christi- when my mom died six and asked what was wrong. year is to go on an Easter egg hunt. We last days and hours. tube into the stomach means that society unable to accept its suffering 2001, 2002, 2003 anity has had a gift for domesticating “I accidentally killed the Easter do one here at the parish and I honestly years ago, and I look back By providing a supportive and nur- medical staff can quickly and efficient- members and incapable of helping to local traditions and festivals, bringing bunny,” wailed the man. don’t know who has more fun: the kids turing environment for those who are ly move on to the next patient after a share their suffering and to bear it in- them on board and making them our on it, I’m not sure my The woman sprang into action. She scrambling to scoop up the plastic eggs dying, we aid them in powerful ways feeding, perhaps neglecting to meet wardly through ‘com-passion’ is a cruel own.” The Anglo-Saxons had a spring went to her car, pulled out a spray can, or the adults watching them! to overcome their sense of isolation. the very real human need for compan- and inhuman society. . . . Indeed, to festival in honor of the goddess Eastre, brothers and I made the walked over to the bunny and emptied This year I’m determined to keep the Sister Diana Bader, OP, has perceptive- ionship. Staff members may prefer the accept the ‘other’ who suffers, means whose symbol was the rabbit. Giving the entire contents all over the poor, Easter spirit alive all 50 days, and I’m right decisions about her ly described this modern health care efficiency that such a tube affords, but that I take up his suffering in such a out eggs was the sign of “new life burst- furry little animal. looking to Easter eggs to help me with challenge: human contact may be diminished in way that it becomes mine also. . . . The The effect was literally miraculous! ing forth as winter withdrew.” Natural- that. Here’s my idea: I’m going to get 50 care.” Scripture Readings Remarks like these serve to remind “In the past, death was a community the process. Latin word con-solatio, ‘consolation,’ The Easter bunny came back to life, ly, for us Christians, the empty tomb is of those plastic eggs that you see every- us how the circumstances surround- event. Those closest to the patient min- If a patient is still able to take small expresses this beautifully. It suggests Easter season jumped up, gathered up all of the scat- the shell that remains once Jesus rises where this time of year. Each day of the ing death are important — not only for istered in a variety of ways: watching amounts of food orally, it may be being with the other in his solitude, so tered eggs into his basket, waved at the to life on Easter morning. Easter season, I’m going to leave one of the person who passes on, but also for and praying with the patient, listen- preferable to feed him or her by hand, that it ceases to be solitude.” April 4 man and woman, and hopped on down Don’t you think our tired, old world those eggs somewhere for someone. (In those who remain behind. ing and talking, laughing and weep- rather than relying on a feeding tube. We suffer alongside our loved ones, EASTER SUNDAY: the road. After several yards, the Easter can use some new life? It appears that these hyper-vigilant and nervous times, A “good death” generally involves ing. In solidarity, a close community The rich human contact that occurs aware of the abiding inner truth that THE RESURRECTION OF THE LORD bunny stopped, turned around and everywhere you look, someone is un- I’ll limit my egg surprises to people I the confluence of many elements and bore the painful experience together. whenever one person devotes time, a part of ourselves suffers and dies Acts 10: 34a, 37-43; Ps 118: 1-2, 16-17, 22-23; waved again. He kept doing this until happy about something . . . and they’re know.) I’m not sure what exactly I’ll events: dying surrounded by our loved Today, because of the medicalization energy and love to hand-feed another whenever another who is near to us Col 3: 1-4; Jn 20: 1-9 he finally crested a hill and disappeared more than ready to dump it all on you. put in the eggs. Certainly, a little bit of ones, preferably in surroundings like of the healthcare setting, death is more should not become a casualty to our ef- suffers and dies. Our communion with from view. This steady diet of negativity — from candy, but probably also some words a home or hospice setting; receiving often regarded as a failure of medical forts to streamline medicine or to save them in our shared humanity and our April 5 The man was astonished and asked newspapers, conversations, TV, radio, of encouragement or a lottery ticket or proper pain management; making use science. The dying find themselves money. This focused effort on our part dedicated solidarity in suffering invari- MONDAY IN THE OCTAVE OF EASTER the woman, “What in heaven’s name and the Internet — can bring down a couple of stamps or a small religious of reasonable medical treatments (and isolated from human warmth and to be present to those who are dying ably leads us, and those who pass on Acts 2: 14, 22-33; Ps 16: 1-2a, 5, 7,-11; was in that can you sprayed on the the spirits of even the most optimistic medal. It will be fun to unexpectedly avoiding unduly burdensome treat- compassion in institutions, cut off from maintains human solidarity with them, ahead of us, to share in the mysterious Mt 28: 8-15 Easter bunny?” people. brighten someone’s day, and I suspect ments); making peace with family and access to human presence by technol- it affirms their dignity as persons, it and enduring graces of a good death. The woman showed the man the As Christians, though, we’re not to it will keep the spirit of the risen Lord friends; making peace with God (and ogy which dominates the institutional manifests benevolence toward them, April 6 can’s label. It read: “Hair spray. Re- let that happen. Easter is our joyful fresh in my heart and mind. receiving the last sacraments); and setting.” and it maintains the bond of human Father Tadeusz Pacholczyk earned his TUESDAY IN THE OCTAVE OF EASTER stores life to dead hair. Adds permanent challenge to find light in the darkness How about joining me in this Easter uniting ourselves with Christ in his Fostering a humanly enriching communication with them. It also goes doctorate in neuroscience from Yale and Acts 2: 36-41; Ps 33: 4-5, 18-20, 22; wave.” (Hey, don’t blame me for this . . . and to help others see that light. season egg project? Send me an e-mail did postdoctoral work at Harvard. He is a hour of suffering. environment for those facing death a long way toward helping to overcome Jn 20: 11-18 story! I found it in Jesuit Father Rich- Remember that Easter is not just a day sometime about who you surprised and priest of the Diocese of Fall River, Mass., As we take care of those who are often means giving explicit attention to their sense of loneliness and their fear ard Leonard’s book, “Preaching to the — it’s an entire season, which lasts this what you put in the egg and maybe I’ll and serves as the director of education at sick and suffering, we face the dual human presence and human contact, of abandonment. April 7 Converted.”) year through May 23, the celebration of share some of those stories here around The National Catholic Bioethics Center in challenge of making ethical treat- even in the midst of a plethora of tech- When we show compassion toward Philadelphia. WEDNESDAY IN THE OCTAVE OF EASTER Have you ever found yourself Pentecost. As I’m sure you know, Pente- Pentecost. Acts 3: 1-10; Ps 105: 1-4, 6-9; Lk 24: 13-35 wondering about the Easter bunny? cost means the “50th day” after Easter. Until then, be careful driving, and What’s up with a rabbit delivering eggs That’s how long we’re officially called keep a can of hair spray handy . . . just APRIL 8 anyway? Happily, Father Richard clears by the church to be under the influence in case. THURSDAY IN THE OCTAVE OF EASTER Acts 3: 11-26; Ps 8: 2ab, 5-9; Lk 24: 35-48 the gospel truth April 9 friday IN THE OCTAVE OF EASTER Acts 4: 1-12; Ps 118: 1-2, 4, 22-27a; Jn 21: 1-14

April 10 Women played a vital role in Jesus’ time saturday IN THE OCTAVE OF EASTER he altar society has brought spices to anoint the body of Je- Acts 4: 13-21; Ps 118: 1, 14-15b, 16-21; sus. But when they arrive at the tomb, Mk 16: 9-15 Tstood out as an impor- they discover that it is empty. They tant feature in American hear the good news that Jesus is risen April 11 from the dead. SECOND SUNDAY OF EASTER parishes for many years. Naturally, they rush back to tell OR DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY the apostles: “But their story seemed Acts 5: 12-16; Ps 118: 2-4, 13-15, 22-24; It derives its name from like nonsense and they did not believe Rv 1: 9-11a, 12-13, 17-19; Jn 20: 19-31 its original purpose: to them.” After all, the law courts did Don't miss the care for the altar in the altar society of sorts existed to assist not ordinarily accept the testimony KEATING April 12 him in his ministry. A group of women of women as valid. They traditionally Monday parish church. followed him as disciples. Now, they viewed women, along with children, Mud Jacking Acts 4: 23-31; Ps 2: 1-9; Jn 3: 1-8 To carry that out, its members did not adopt the name “altar society” the deaf, the blind, and relatives of the RUNNIN' would wash the altar linens, adorn or operate under any bylaws. At the accused as unreliable witnesses. Why Serving NE Kansas Since 1976 April 13 the altar with flowers, and same time, they functioned should the apostles think otherwise? Martin I, pope, martyr clean the church. Besides in many ways similar to the Yet Peter, even if he does not im- FOUNDATION REPAIR Acts 4: 32-37; Ps 93: 1-2, 5; Jn 3: 7b-15 these tasks, the altar society EASTER SUNDAY: modern altar society: mediately believe the women, at least REVS Cracked • Bowed • Settled Wall Repair would often undertake other THE RESURRECTION OF “Accompanying him wishes to check out their story. He decides to visit the tomb himself: “But v Wall Bracing April 14 projects in the parish. For THE LORD (Jesus) were the Twelve and Basketball Games Wednesday example, its members would Lk 24: 1-12 some women who had been Peter got up and ran to the tomb, bent v Waterproofing FREE ESTIMATES Acts 5: 17-26; Ps 34: 2-9; Jn 3: 16-21 frequently provide a dinner cured of evil spirits and infir- down, and saw the burial cloths alone; v Steel Underpinning Priests vs. Youth after a funeral. mities; Mary, called Magda- then he went home amazed at what April 15 With more women working outside lene, from whom seven demons had had happened.” Thursday Peter’s amazement at what he saw MUD JACKING the home, it has become for difficult for gone out, Joanna, the wife of Herod’s Raise & Level April 6 • 7 p.m. Acts 5: 27-33; Ps 34: 2, 9, 17-20; Jn 3: 31-36 them to participate in some of the tra- steward Chuza, Susanna, and many does not necessarily mean that he now believes that Jesus is risen from the v Patios Marysville Jr. High ditional activities of the altar society. others who provided for them out of v April 16 In some parishes, the altar society has dead. But he is on the way there. His Drives their resources” (Lk 8:2-3). v Friday virtually disappeared, with its former It should not surprise us then, that willingness to listen to the women is Garage Floors April 19 • 7 p.m. Acts 5: 34-42; Ps 27: 1,4, 13-14; Jn 6: 1-15 duties assigned to new parish groups. after Jesus’ death, the “altar society” his first step toward faith in the risen v Slab Houses A parish bereavement committee should show up at his tomb. The Christ. Hayden High School April 17 might organize the funeral dinner. The women wished to set all in order, to The moral of the story: The next Locally Owned Acts 6: 1-7; Ps 33: 1-2, 4-5, 18-19; Jn 6: 16-21 time the altar society women tell you Piers Driven to Load-Bearing art and environment committee might supply that which was omitted from his & Operated Strata or Bedrock • Biased referees take care of decorating the church. hasty burial a few days earlier. We hear something, pay attention. In many cases, the same ministries con- about it in the Gospel reading for the Kansas City Lawrence Topeka • Fun for everyone tinue on; they are just structured in a Easter Vigil, which is also an option for Father Mike Stubbs is pastor of (913) 262-9352 (785) 865-0006 (785) 246-0128 St. Francis de Sales Parish in Lansing and has • Support vocations different way. Easter Sunday morning, Lk 24:1-12. www.kckvocations.com During the lifetime of Jesus, an Specifically, the women have a degree in Scripture from Harvard University. 16 LOCAL NEWS THE LEAVEN • april 2, 2010 A Nazarene minister’s journey to Catholicism By Bob Hart the hospital in order to take part in a Special to The Leaven training program for spiritual directors with the Benedictine Sisters in Atchison. SHAWNEE — Susan Wilson’s journey And she began investigating the Rite of faith has had many twists and turns, of Christian Initiation of Adults pro- but it has led her to a destination she gram. The latter came with some reser- first envisioned decades ago. vations and fears. “I thought about Catholicism many “In order for me to be a Catholic, I times in my young adulthood,” Wilson would need to have my first marriage said, “but something else always got in annulled,” she said, “and I didn’t know the way.” how the church would view the mar- Born 62 years ago in San Francisco to riage. I also feared I might lose my job, a Jewish father who had fled Nazi Ger- because they had hired an ordained many and a non-churchgoing Christian minister, and I would no longer be that.” mother, Wilson was raised, as she puts Happily, Wilson’s employer was sup- it, “not in any faith.” portive of both her four-day workweek As a young woman, she became in- and her conversion. The church an- terested in Scripture and, upon reading nulled her first marriage, which she Mt 11:28 — “Come to me, all who are said, “without going into details, was a weary and heavy-laden, and I will give bad situation.” you rest.” — recalled feeling “like Jesus The RCIA program at Good Shepherd was right there in the room with me.” Parish in Shawnee has been everything Baptized at the age of 30 into the fun- she’d hoped, she said. damentalist Church of Christ, Wilson “We are accepted right where each of soon saw her church undergo a major us is. There is no such thing as a dumb split, after which she felt “welcomed” question,” she added. “It’s a wonderful into the Church of the Nazarene. She program.” even felt God calling her to Nazarene Bible College, where she would learn to Walks with the Lord read the Scriptures in their early Greek translations. As she prepared to be welcomed into Her immersion in the Nazarene the Catholic Church this weekend, Wil- Church led to her ordination as a min- son was reflective. ister and, for one year, she pastored a “It took me a long time to be ordained small church in her native California. as a Nazarene clergy person,” she said. Wilson said the experience was reward- “I have thought and prayed about this a ing, but something still wasn’t quite lot, because it is a privilege for a woman right. She moved with her children to — or a man — to be given such a posi- Kansas City, where the Church of the tion. So it is not lightly that I say, ‘no Nazarene is based, for more education. thanks’ to that. I know that I want to receive the real body and blood of Christ, Hospital chaplain and if I have to let go of some of the trap- Susan Wilson’s road to Catholicism took many twists and turns, including stops with the fundamen- pings in order to do that, I am willing. In Kansas City, she met Victor Wilson, talist Church of Christ and the Church of the Nazarene. “My starting place with the Catho- a fellow Nazarene minister, currently lic Church is as a layperson. That’s the chaplain at Menorah Medical Center many people from different ethnic and jor turning point in her life. She read reality. For me, clinging to the ordina- in Overland Park. They were married faith backgrounds. Through training Mother Teresa’s book “Come Be My tion would be almost a slap in the face in 2000 in the chapel of the Nazarene and with God, I am able to connect with Light” and was struck by what she de- of Jesus, when I’m being offered Jesus Seminary. Through her husband, she them right where they are, in their place scribes as Mother Teresa’s “vulnerabil- himself.” became interested in pursuing a career of pain.” ity.” And what of her soon-to-be mixed as a chaplain herself. About a third of her patients are “Her willingness to wait, in God’s marriage? While doing her clinical residency Catholic, and the time spent with them time, to begin her order . . . it spoke to “My husband’s walk with the Lord program at Overland Park Regional strengthened the growing call she felt to me,” she explained. is more meaningful to him with the Medical Center, she discovered that the convert. “I remember thinking, ‘I don’t know Church of the Nazarene,” she said sim- position of director of pastoral care had “I’ve found them to be sweet-spirited, how much time I have left,’ because ply. “But let me tell you this: When I come open. She applied and got the job. tenderhearted people,” she said. life could end tomorrow. And certainly started becoming more and more inter- Since 2006, she has supervised three those of us in my profession are acutely ested in the Catholic Church, Victor got other on-call chaplains and four volun- aware of that fact,” she said. “But I felt us a statue of the Virgin Mary that’s in teers in tending to the spiritual needs of In God’s time the Lord very close to me during that front of our house, because she was so patients. time, and I knew I needed to make the important to me. “It’s a wonderful match for me,” she In 2008, Wilson experienced a seri- best of the time I have before I die.” “That’s not something your average said of the position. “I get to meet so ous, five-month illness. It marked a ma- She cut back to 32 hours a week at Nazarene minister would do!”

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