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$2.00 20 PAGES SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 VOL. 42 NO. 13 IINSIDENSIDE Services across diocese Sault Ste. Marie, Flat Rock are in place due to UPCSA funding parishioners honored with Catholic Service Awards BY TERRI GADZINSKI and Confirmation; as a dedicated choir mem- ber; and as a pastoral council member. Her Josie Benoit of St. Joseph Parish in Sault leadership of RCIA (Rite of Christian Initia- Read what diocesan pastor Ste. Marie and the late Lawrence Chouinard tion for Adults) has helped the program to Father Greg Heikkala says Sr. of Holy Family Parish in Flat Rock flourish. In nominating Benoit for the about UPCSA help for are recipients of the 2013 Legacy of award, many of her fellow parish- parishes, how UPCSA allows Faith Catholic Service Award. ioners credit her with fostering the superintendent’s office to Diocesan Administrator Rev- the vibrancy of parish life and support Catholic schools, being a role model of how to how the new Catholic Social erend Francis Dobrzenski an- Services director plans to use nounced the recipients of the live and share the Catholic stewardship and employee award, which annually recog- faith. In addition to serving her input to increase the agency’s UPCSA, diocesan nizes members of the Catholic parish, Benoit is a wife, a ability to serve our commu- Diocese of Marquette for life- mother and employed full time nity, how sacred music can time dedication and service to the outside the home. She has been improve parish life and more. budget, first in Catholic Church. involved in a number of commu- PAGES 9-12 Benoit has served her parish self- nity activities, including raising lessly for about 30 years as a catechist for money for cancer research. Catechists training set memory set youth and adults; as a teacher of sacramental Fr. Dobrzenski presented Benoit with a Training for catechists is set for preparation for Baptism, First Communion, SEE CSA ON PAGE 20 parishes across the diocese. without bishop PAGE 16 BY LOREENE ZENO KOSKEY The Face of Evangelization The Latin words, “Sede Vacante,” have new meaning for the members of the Diocesan Finance Council, who prepared the 2013-2014 diocesan budget with the “seat (the cathedra, or bishop’s chair, at St. Peter Cathedral) being vacant.” Tim Thomas, the diocesan director of admin- istration and finance, noted, “This is the first budget approved without a bishop TEAMWORK - Every that we can remember.” day begins with the Since Bishop Alexander Sample was campers raising the appointed the archbishop of Portland in American and Bay Cliff Oregon in January, the diocese has been flags “...one nation under waiting for a new bishop to be named for God!” (Photo courtesy of Marquette. Father Francis Dobrzenski of Bay Cliff Health Camp) Lake Linden has been serving as admin- istrator of the diocese for the past five Roy Emmes of Resurrection months, and he, along with the Diocesan Parish uses his heart and Finance Council, approved the budget. Bay Cliff Health Camp serves many, faithfully hands for evangelization. “It was extremely challenging to put BY JENNY LOCHNER they come here. They really become different people.” PAGE 19 together a budget without knowing what Bay Cliff is a “non-denominational, private camp. The Pope has a new the priorities of the incoming bishop will “One camper was asked, ‘What was the most im- We’re celebrating life. There is no child with a dis- car, with nearly 200k be,” explained Mike Roy, council chair- portant thing that you learned at Bay Cliff?’ …her an- ability that's not important,” Bennett added. swer was, ‘I learned to pour my own milk.’ What she’s Bay Cliff currently hosts several camps, serving on the odometer person. “However, we felt it was proper to continue following the course previ- saying there is, ‘I learned to feed myself. Now I can people with many different types of disabilities year- A priest gave the Holy Father ously set by Archbishop Sample.” go to the restaurant and I don’t have to be embar- round. Bay Cliff began as a dream of two ladies, Dr. his old Renault 4, so the pope Thomas was appreciative of the hard rassed that someone else has to feed me… I can live Goldie Cornelieuson, a physician, and Elba Morse, a took it out for a spin. work done by the council. “Mike Roy did a a relatively normal life like a 17- or 18-year-old girl nurse, who together founded the camp to help mal- PAGE 5 wonderful job in leading the group to come would want to.’ I always thought that kind of captured nourished children during the Great Depression. In what we can accomplish with the kids,” said Tim the 1940s, childhood malnutrition was no longer a NEXT ISSUE DATE: up with various ideas, such as additional fundraising efforts, to balance the budget.” Bennett, director of Bay Cliff Health Camp in Big large issue, but many suffered instead from the out- OCTOBER 4, 2013 SEE UPCSA ON PAGE 8 Bay. “It’s unbelievable what happens to people when SEE BAY CLIFF ON PAGE 2 PAGE 2 • THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

PRAY TOGETHER - Msgr. Michael Steber celebrates Mass with the Catholic campers and staff. Many priests and seminarians actively support the camp. (Photo courtesy of Bay Cliff Health Camp)

focal point at Bay BAY CLIFF FROM P1 Cliff. Bennett ex- break of polio. At that time, “the camp plained that physi- became focused on disabilities. Those cal therapy has to programs are surrounded now with do with the mus- about 30 other programs,” said Ben- cles, and occupa- nett. tional therapy helps Bay Cliff’s primary camp is Sum- people to develop, mer Camp, a seven-week-long ther- recover, or maintain apy program for youth. When people daily living and think of Bay Cliff, many think about work skills. “It’s all physical therapy, but “not all kids are about independ- going to learn to walk. Some kids are ence,” he said. AttentionAdvertise in our going to be learning to speak clearly Although the so you can understand them… Every- camp is non-de- Nov. 15th Gift Giving Guide! thing is a teaching moment… even nominational, it Reach over 20,000 homes reciting the pledge is speech therapy,” also has a strong RIDING HIGH - Jordan and Jarrad enjoy "the said Bennett. connection to the ride" with Miss Gabby when the Harleys visit throughout the Upper Peninsula. Occupational therapy is also a Catholic faith. camp. (Photo courtesy of Bay Cliff Health Camp) “This really is a Corey (Litzner) and Father Greg Ad cut-off - Oct. 22nd. ministry. The Heikkala all worked here… Father Al Contact Dcn. Steve at Catholic population (still) brings up a group over spring gets it, and they re- break. He brings up an altar, ambo [email protected] ally understand and a tabernacle and he sets up a 1-866-452-5112 service,” said Ben- chapel and works here. Father Robb, Retailers! nett. “I think that’s Father (Michael) Jacobus, and Father why I have had so Corey (Litzner) all come up and con- many kids work celebrate.” here and go on to A St. Peter Cathedral parishioner, the seminary… Fa- Bennett first became involved with IN THE CLUB - The 2013 Bay Cliff “Crutch ther Al (Mott), Fa- Bay Cliff as executive director of Club” Soccer players – all champions! (Photo ther Robb Combined Health Services of the courtesy of Bay Cliff Health Camp) (Jurkovich), Father SEE CAMP ON PAGE 14

BARAGA BARBEQUE - Fr. Corey Litzner, Fr. Al Mott and Fr. Nick Thompson, along with Mr. "T," Mr. Jarrod and Mr. Tim (Camp Director) were the cooks for the Famous Bay Cliff Chicken B.B.Q., at the "Bishop Baraga Barbeque Pit." (Photo courtesy of Bay Cliff Health Camp) THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 • PAGE 3 Holy Name Class of 2013 tours Chicago, Milwaukee, helps feed hungry for class trip

BY VICTORIA LAFAVE DIOCESAN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS October 27, 2013 MARKETING COORDINATOR

Just one week after graduating from Holy Name Catholic School in Escanaba, the class of 2013 was together again for three whirlwind Attention Parishes, Businesses, days, taking in a Chicago White Organizations & Individuals! Sox baseball game, touring down- town Chicago on Segways, along To place an advertisement of gratitude with touring the Navy Pier, Willis (Sears) Tower and Shedd Aquar- for your favorite priest in our ium. More importantly, students “Priest Appreciation” Issue also attended Mass at Holy Name HOLY NAME - Holy Name Catholic School, Escanaba grad- Cathedral in Chicago and spent uates pose for a photo at Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago. Contact Deacon Steve time volunteering at the Milwaukee (Courtesy photo) 1-866-452-5112 • [email protected] Hunger Task Force. Mass at Holy Name Cathedral, a big thank you to everyone that has While at the task force, the stu- beautiful church that we felt con- aided the class in being able to attend dents filled boxes with 18 items, in- nected to because of the namesake. this event – whether you came to the Find breaking local, national and cluding juice, cereal, canned fruits The deacon even stopped us and pasta dinner, or purchased any num- and vegetables, pasta, and many asked where he could get a ‘Holy ber of the items sold throughout the international news posted online! more items. Middle School Science Name Crusaders’ shirt! Afterward, school year; we couldn’t have done Visit www.facebook.com/theupcatholic Teacher and 8th Grade Class Adviser we stopped at Milwaukee’s Hunger all of these amazing things without Amy Chartier said the group put to- Task Force for a volunteer opportu- your support.” gether the 480 boxes in two and a nity. The Corporal Works of Mercy The Milwaukee Hunger Task half hours. instruct us to feed the hungry, and we Force thanked the Holy Name group The students worked hard all took the opportunity to fulfill the for their help with the following school year through various need by assisting the task force. The message. fundraisers to earn enough credit to teamwork among classmates was “Thank you for your group’s attend the three-day class trip. wonderful to witness, and their sense help in building 480 stockboxes on According to Chartier, a class fa- of doing something for a greater June 11, 2013. As a 100-percent vorite was the Segway tour of down- good could be seen on their faces community-supported organization, town Chicago. “It took a practice and in their attitudes. One student, at Hunger Task Force is truly apprecia- session to learn how to maneuver the first unsure of spending three hours tive of your hard work and dedica- Segways, and then we were off to in a warehouse filling boxes, later tion to this special volunteer activity. explore,” she said. Students rode mentioned with joy that, ‘We are Senior hunger is a real problem in around and saw places like The Field going to be able to feed a lot of peo- Milwaukee, and building stockboxes Museum, Buckingham Fountain in ple today!’ A sense of accomplish- is the important first step in ensuring Grant Park, Shedd Aquarium, Sol- ment was evident in everyone’s that they have monthly access to dier Field, and rode along the Lake conversations, and pride was dis- healthy and nutritious foods. We Michigan shoreline. Students and played when they saw the 11 pallets build over 9,000 stockboxes each chaperones alike enjoyed traveling – 480 boxes –of food they’d just as- month, and could simply not accom- around Chicago for two hours learn- sembled to feed the less fortunate.” plish this work without the help of ing facts and experiencing the Chartier explained the purpose of friends like you.” “Windy City” in this unique way. the eighth graders’ class trip. For more information on Holy Chartier described the trip: “After “The class trip is the final event Name Catholic School or to register two days of taking in the sights and for a graduating class from Holy your child at Holy Name, call (906) incredible opportunities Chicago has Name, and it is a way for a class to 786-7550, visit the school at 409 S. to offer, our final events before head- always remember the camaraderie, 22nd Street, Escanaba, MI 49829, or ing home were to recognize how friendship, and faith that they have check out the school’s website: blessed we are. The class attended all shared for the past nine years. A www.holynamecrusaders.com.

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PASTORALLY SPEAKING Transitions in life come in many forms I hope and pray that it has been who make a substantial transition tions in people’s lives. The article individual handles the change well Bishop James an easy and comfortable transition in their lives. For church personnel, cites three stages of transition. In the when he or she feels at home in the H. Garland for him. He lives in a renovated one can think of a transfer to a new first stage called “letting go,” an in- new environment. In addition, they monastery in the Vatican grounds assignment, such as a pastor or an dividual suffers a loss of some kind, are grateful for the change. At the ope Benedict XVI recently with his priest secretary and some assignment as diocesan bishop or such as a responsibility for a parish same time, they do not fear a pos- Ptold some close friends religious sisters who care for his religious superior. Other common or ministry. The presented task is to sible future loss. who are his former students that he personal needs. It is not that let go. The task is completed If several months finds the per- received a sudden inspiration or he is a prisoner of the Vati- “The Holy Father Emeritus can be an more easily if accompanied by son in new beginnings still strug- grace of enlightenment to resign can. He has traveled at least example for all of us. Say a prayer for a proper goodbye to one’s for- gling to be at home, a spiritual from the office of the papacy. Rec- once to the Castel Gandolfo him that he navigates the transition mer associates. director or therapist can be helpful. The second stage of tran- Such assistance can identify the ognizing this as God’s will, he for a meeting with his former well and for all who are in transition.” promptly resigned. He did so even students. This is the summer sition is called by this article obstacles and whether the new as- though it had been centuries since house of the popes outside -Bishop James Garland the “neutral zone.” It is the signment is a good or bad fit. a pope voluntarily resigned from the city of Rome. At the most transformative. Most of Sister Jane writes that transi- his office. It might be that he was same time, one as well-known as transitions include retirement, the the circumstances of the transition tions should be viewed as a posi- setting a precedent, rather than fol- Pope Benedict could not mingle death of a loved one or the aging consists of new persons, new tasks tive experience. While the change lowing one. among the public without being process itself. and a new community. Before can be difficult, the challenge can I wonder how the Pope Emeritus recognized and causing a distur- The St. Luke Institute in Silver being settled into the new place, deepen us. Trying something new is adjusting to the changes in his life. bance. Even his personal safety is Spring, Maryland has served the there is a period of uneasiness. Sis- can enable one to seek new skills It was no small step for the pope to be- an issue for such a dignitary in Catholic clergy and religious since ter Jane Becker, OSB of St. Luke’s and see new connections. come a private citizen. To suddenly today’s world. 1977. The Institute offers mental staff recommends that prayer is The Holy Father Emeritus can surrender huge responsibilities from a While the pope’s resignation health and educational treatment. In important in handling the changes be an example for all of us. Say a worldwide organization, the Church, has unique aspects, his personal its quarterly publication named Con- when at the neutral zone stage. prayer for him that he navigates the is no small task and a complete adaptation to the changes would nections, the August 2013 issue The third stage is labeled in this transition well and for all who are change of one’s life and activities. have similarities to other persons highlights the navigation of transi- article as “new beginnings.” The in transition.

REFLECTIONS Some have unknowingly entertained angels FROM no problems with that), I ask my ful for the everyday care I receive. here is that each of us does well to be people, I can’t help wonder if, on oc- NORTHSTAR angel for help – my angel who was Since the angels look constantly aware that we are praying in union casion, an angel has acted in the dis- Regis Walling with me when I misplaced the object upon the face of God, the angels can with our faithful companion. If angels guise of a pet. and who knows where it is. As I age teach us to pray and help us remain have feelings, I wonder what those At the end of September we cele- “Make yourself familiar with the and tend to be more forgetful, I need faithful to prayer. In your imagina- whose charges refuse to take part in brate the Feast of the Archangels angels, and behold them frequently in this help even more! tion, walk into Sunday worship – and the prayer and song think of them. Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. On spirit; for without being seen, they are I take seriously Jesus’ words that be aware of all the guardian angels I have a theory that, just as Jesus, Oct. 2 is the Feast of the Guardian present with you.” St. Francis de Sales children’s angels always see the face who have accompanied their people. Mary and the saints can make their Angels. Take a few moments on these of the Father in heaven (Mt 18:10). The church is full of angels. The presence felt, so do the angels. When days to appreciate and thank God for y love and appreciation of Further, I believe that God does not liturgy makes many references to the I read about some of the heroic ways our precious friends and companions Mthe angels began when I was take away his gifts and that during our angels among us. “I have sinned… in which animals warn and protect whom we call the angels. about 3 or 4 years old. At Grandma’s entire lifetimes our companion sees and ask all the Angels and Saints to house, my mother would put me to the face of God. Therefore it is appro- pray for me;” “God, maker of all bed upstairs while the adults did their priate to ask our angels to look to God things visible and invisible;” “And so Day of Adoration at St. Jude, card-playing. From the front room to for what God wants of us and to guide with all the Angels, we praise you;” the bathroom there was a jog in the us to do God’s will. Parents do well “with the Angels we declare your White Pine hosts 25 priests hallway, and with no light on, it was to ask their children’s angels to guide glory;” “in company with the choirs FROM OUR SUNDAY VISITOR - SEPTEMBER 16-30, 1963: scary. Finally I told my mother that I them as they explore life options – vo- of Angels, we praise you and with joy • A Day of Adoration at White lard of Lake Linden. was afraid and her response was, cation, choice of marriage partner, we proclaim;” “in your presence are Pine St. Jude parish hosted 25 priests. • Bill Connors of St. Michael “You have nothing to be afraid of. and how they will be true to their bap- countless hosts of Angels, who serve • Three Gladstone Parish won his 10th Your angel is with you to protect tismal promises. you day and night, and gazing upon All Saints couples (the Marquette Country Club you.” My faithful angel is still with I trust my angel for protection in the glory of your face, glorify you 50 William Girards, An- championship; he also me and guides me and helps me every little things, as well as big. I can point without ceasing.” I may have missed YEARS AGO drew Moores, and won the U.P. title twice. day. While some people pray to St. to at least three times when my angel a reference or two, but I leave them BY LARRY CHABOT Charles St. Peters) cel- • Established in 1888 Anthony for lost objects (and I have actually saved my lif,e but I am grate- for you to find. The important point ebrated 50th wedding anniver- by French Catholics, Escanaba’s saries. St. Anne Parish celebrated its CABINON • Three U.P. men made their 75th anniversary. final Capuchin vows: Richard • The Mothers Club of Soo Savoie of the Soo, John Hascall Loretto schools marked its first THELAKE of Brimley, and Ronald Remil- year with a turkey dinner. GWINN, MI 3 Bedroom, 2 full MARIO PISANI, FICF LUTCF baths & Sauna. Field Agent Call 906-226-8079 (715) 587-3842 / (715) 735-7403 for weekly rates or [email protected] [email protected] Website: Snyder Drug - Gwinn 346-0104 Snyder Drug - Ishpeming US 41 485-5592 Whole Life • Term • Long Term Care http://webpages.charter.net/ Snyder Drug - Harvey 249-1441 Snyder Drug - Ishpeming Main 486-4405 Snyder Drug - Negaunee 475-9967 Snyder Drug - Munising 387-4855 Disability Insurance • Retirement Annuities • IRA webbcamp/WebbCamp.htm Snyder Drug - Iron River 265-5149 Snyder Drug - Newberry 293-8571 THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 • PAGE 5 COLUMN

HERE The summit of Christian life is not just for Sundays AM I to faith. St. Paul wrote about faith: fect. I missed Tuesday, so why not and indeed all ecclesiastical min- So, for months I’ve chosen naps, Faith is the realization of what is start again on Thursday. Oh, got some- istries and works of the apostolate, extra TV and such over the body and John Fee hoped for and evidence of things not thing going on Friday. Well, there’s al- are bound up with the Eucharist blood, soul and divinity of Christ. seen. (Heb. 11:1) ways next week. Plus, it’s really hard and are oriented toward it. For in I think I’ve shortchanged myself. have to start going to daily Mass So, being the “believer,” why did I to deal with, to wrap my head around, the blessed Eucharist is contained What’s more, I’ve let Jesus down by Iagain. For a time, I was there al- stop going to daily Mass? I guess I that this piece of bread becomes the the whole spiritual good of the not embracing every opportunity to re- most every day, except Saturdays. If at was tired and decided that going home source and summit of the Christian Church, namely Christ himself, ceive him and draw closer to him in all possible, I like to sleep in on Satur- and taking a nap before dinner was life. our Pasch.” the Blessed Sacrament. days. Lately, I’ve been going once be- more attractive than sitting 40 minutes The Catechism puts it this way: All this stuff of faith seems simple See you in church. tween Sundays, and telling myself in church. 1324 The Eucharist is “the on the surface, but it’s a lot to take in. Send your news, notes, pictures and that’s still “extra.” I shortchanged myself. source and summit of the Christian As the sage known as Ringo Starr Letters to the Editor to me by e-mail to: It wasn’t easy to go to Mass daily, It’s ironic that shortly before I life.”136 “The other sacraments, sang, “It don’t come easy.” [email protected]. but when I’d think about skipping I’d stopped going to daily Mass, I remem- COOPER OFFICE EQUIPMENT remind myself that the body and ber talking with a friend about how Sister Lynn Osika celebrates Full Copier Line From Tabletop To Network- blood, soul and divinity of Christ was important it was to me. 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The body of Mich., celebrated her 25th Jubilee of God Monastery in Watertown, SD Holy Cross Cemetery 1413 By the consecration the Christ we receive in Holy Com- Monastic Profession at Sacred Heart and made first monastic profession Marquette transubstantiation of the bread and munion is “given up for us,” and Monastery, Yankton, S.D. on July 27. in 1988 and perpetual monastic pro- wine into the Body and Blood of the blood we drink “shed for the Born in Harvey, Ill., in 1957 to fession in 1992. She took care of the Fall Clean up: Christ is brought about. Under the many for the forgiveness of sins.” Louis and Rose Osika, Sister Lynn monastery grounds and assisted in Each year, in order to beautify consecrated species of bread and For this reason the Eucharist can- Osika was an only child but had the business office. After receiving our cemetery, our grounds and wine Christ himself, living and not unite us to Christ without at the many cousins and friends. After a master’s degree in library science maintenance crews perform the glorious, is present in a true, real, same time cleansing us from past g r a d u a t i n g in 1993, she worked as librarian. final cleaning of the year and and substantial manner: his Body sins and preserving us from future from Marian In 2010 she served as a make preparations for the winter. and his Blood, with his soul and sins (613). High School in monastery archivist, and in 2011 All decorations, tributes, flowers his divinity (cf. Council of Trent: Putting two and two together, I re- C h i c a g o moved to Sacred Heart Monastery (natural and artificial), pots, alized daily Communion helps me to Heights, she in Yankton, S.D. to discern a trans- DS 1640; 1651). baskets and wreaths should be To be honest, this whole body and be open to God’s grace every day. studied forestry fer to that community. In Yankton removed by families by October blood, soul and divinity thing is hard When I’m more open to God’s grace, at Michigan she has volunteered in Mount 15th. Articles not removed by to wrap my head around. In fact, it I’m a better person. Tech University Marty College library, worked at this time will be disposed of by takes a lot of faith for me to believe it. So, why did I stop going to daily in Houghton Sister Lynn Yankton Community Library, and But deep in my soul I know I have Mass? and then Range Osika taught a Wisdom of Benedict class Cemetery personnel. Families been given the evidence and am called I think it was the slippery slope ef- Management at the University of at MMC. Currently she is on staff may leave a shepherd’s hook but Wyoming in Laramie. Sister Lynn at Mount Marty College, and also should remove the arrangement. worked as an agricultural researcher, is organizing the Monastery Li- Christmas Wreaths may be Pope receives used Renault 4, and also served as a volunteer in a brary. Commenting on community placed after November 15th. Catholic Worker House while run- living at this time of jubilee, she We appreciate your assistance. a Swiss guard worries where ning a community garden project in says, “I treasure and need our times Any questions can a parish neighborhood center serving of prayer and the common life as be directed to: the poor of inner Kansas City. Serv- much as I need breathing and eat- Holy Father will go with it ing the poor and stewarding God’s ing. It has helped me become a Neil Newcomb, Sexton Vatican City, (CNA/EWTN Roca said. creation have always been important whole person.” at 906-225-0191. News) - An Italian pastor has do- After receiving the car, the Pope nated a used Renault 4 with rode together with Father Roca to 186,000 miles to Pope Francis, in meet with the group of faithful that response to the exhortation he traveled with him to Rome. made to priests and seminarians in During the brief encounter, a July to live simply and humbly. young man gave the Pope a T-shirt ATTENTION Father Renzo Roca, 69, who is and Father Roca explained that pastor of St. Lucy Parish in Pes- “normally we sell the shirts for five cantina, wrote to the Holy Father Euros to raise money for parish ac- SNOW BIRDS offering to donate his car, accord- tivities, but we gave it to him for WE SPECIALIZE: ing to news reports out of the Vati- free.” • Wedding Rehearsal Don’t forget to take The U.P. Catholic can. However, the Pope said he Dinners Newspaper with you when you fly off this The car was delivered to the would pay for it. • Anniversary Parties Pontiff on Sept. 7 at St. Martha’s “He took out his wallet and • Birthdays year. Call Sheila at (906) 227-9131 or email Residence, shortly before the be- gave us ten Euros and asked for [email protected] Use our banquet rooms for ginning of the Vigil for Peace change. Luckily I had five Euros in your celebrations or meetings. with your winter address and the dates you which the Holy Father led in St. my pocket. Incredible,” Father No charge for room. We Peter’s Square that evening. Roca said. decorate and clean up. want the newspaper to be forwarded. We “When I gave it to him, we got He also joked that a Swiss Downtown will send it to that address without any into the car, but I didn’t have to ex- guard standing nearby told him, Escanaba on additional charge to you or your parish plain anything to the Pope because “Now we are going to be a little Ludington at 14th he told me that he also used a Re- worried because we’ll have to 786-8484 family. Have a safe trip and we’ll look nault 4 in Argentina and that it watch what Pope Francis does with or 786-2531 forward to your return in the spring. never left him stranded,” Father that Renault 4.” PAGE 6 • THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 • PAGE 7 PAGE 8 • THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 Education of Seminarians “The result is that the dioce- of salvation moves forward. Two whose financial and family situ- UPCSA FROM P1 The diocese currently has san portion of our common effort former parishioners of mine, both ations prevent them from mak- The diocesan budget, which eight seminarians studying for the toward the salvation of souls and of whom have gone to God, reg- ing a monetary donation at this covers the fiscal year from Nov. priesthood. This is two less than the announcing of the good news ularly reminded me that we will time are asked to pray for the 1, 2013 through Oct. 31, 2014, the year before. However, be answerable to God for success of the appeal and those has been set for $3,024,715 (see the men are all in theol- our generosity, and that who are assisted by it. UPCSA page 13). It is up 4.7 percent over ogy, which is the more those who receive our gen- pledge cards will be distributed the previous year. It is funded by expensive stage at the erous charity will be an- by each parish. revenue provided through the seminary. Every parish is swerable to God for how Since the U.P. Catholic Serv- Upper Peninsula Catholic Serv- touched by the money ex- that generosity is put to ices Appeal does not fund the ices Appeal (UPCSA), the Parish pended in this area. use. We who are the recip- entire diocesan budget, UPCSA Assessment for Catholic Schools, “The Holy Eucharist ients of that generosity of promotional materials parish- investment income, outside grants is the source and summit the faithful who contribute ioners receive focus on the min- and donations. of our lives as Catholics, to the annual appeal keep istries that the annual appeal The 2013-2014 UPCSA goal and there is no offering of this in mind and do not fail does support. Those ministries listed in the budget is $1,773,072, that atoning sacrifice to remember those sacrifi- have been broken down into which is an increase of 2 percent without priests,” stated cial gifts in our prayers of four broad categories: Evange- from the prior year’s goal of Fr. Dobrzenski. “A signif- gratitude,” Fr. Dobrzenski lization and Faith Formation, $1,738,306, while the Parish As- icant portion of the funds explained. Vocations and Pastoral Out- sessment for Catholic Schools is collected in the annual Parishioners are asked reach, Catholic Social Services $268,268 for 2013-2014, com- appeal (UPCSA) goes to- to pray about their poten- and Catholic Schools (see pie pared to $173,169 for 2012-2013. ward the education of our tial contribution to chart on this page). The assessment is being raised to seminarians, our future UPCSA and to consider a the final level of a three-step plan. priests, quite simply our gift that involves a per- SEE PAGE 13 FOR THE All the parishes in the Upper future as the Church in sonal sacrifice. Those ANNUAL BUDGET Peninsula that don’t directly sup- the Diocese of Marquette. The port a Catholic school have re- Holy Eucharist is also our food UPCSA parish-mission goals set for 2013-2014 ceived this assessment since the and strength, ‘the day’s food for Parish UPCSA Goal Parish UPCSA Goal the day's march’ as Monsignor Diocesan Strategic Plan for ST. PETER CATHEDRAL VICARIATE St. Andrew, Nahma 5,042 Catholic Schools was approved in Knox puts it. This is available to Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Palmer 3,785 St. Anne, Escanaba 61,248 2007. One of the plan’s policies us only through the ministry of Sacred Heart, Champion 8,310 St. Anthony, Wells 28,186 called for the assessment to be our priests, present and future.” Sacred Heart, Munising 44,667 St. Charles Borromeo, Rapid River 15,068 phased in over a three-year pe- Associate Pastor Support St. Anthony, Gwinn 25,028 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Bark River 44,068 riod. The assessment was held at There are two more associate St. Augustine, Republic 5,921 St. Francis de Sales, Manistique 29,876 the second level for the last two pastors being funded in the com- St. Christopher, Marquette 18,593 St. John the Baptist, Garden 10,955 St. John the Evangelist, Ishpeming 34,400 St. Joseph & St. Patrick, Escanaba 45,591 ing budget than in last year’s. The years and will be moved up to the St. Joseph, Ishpeming 38,767 St. Joseph, Perkins 11,904 third and final level this coming parishes where these priests serve St. Joseph, Northland 2,417 St. Mary Magdalene, Cooks 6,197 year, as schools are struggling to are a “training ground,” preparing St. Louis the King, Marquette 39,604 St. Rita, Trenary 8,619 keep up in the face of declining the men for the day when they St. Mary, Big Bay 7,400 St. Thomas the Apostle, Escanaba 30,791 revenues for operations. will lead a faith community as St. Michael, Marquette 50,107 The UPCSA goal and the pastor. St. Paul, Negaunee 47,092 ST. MARY NORWAY VICARIATE parish assessment have again Office of Divine Worship St. Peter Cathedral, Marquette 70,997 American Martyrs, Kingsford 56,885 St. Therese, AuTrain 3,698 Guardian Angels, Crystal Falls 33,899 been combined into one goal, that A director of sacred music, Immaculate Conception, Iron Mountain 33,265 Nathan Knutson, was hired, and of $2,041,340, for 2013-2014. HOLY NAME OF MARY VICARIATE St. Agnes, Iron River 34,027 Each parish is assigned an he began his ministry with the St. Kateri Tekakwitha, Bay Mills 4,827 St. Barbara, Vulcan 18,203 UPCSA goal (see the individual diocese in February. Part of his Holy Family, Barbeau 10,624 St. Cecilia, Caspian 29,616 parish goals to the right), and salary for a full year will be cov- Holy Name of Mary, Sault Ste. Marie 33,621 St. Joseph, Foster City 6,588 parishioners are asked to help ered in the new budget; this Holy Rosary, Grand Marais 7,219 St. Mary & St. Joseph, Iron Mountain 48,216 their parish meet its goal through music position is split between Immaculate Conception, Moran 7,079 St. Mary Queen of Peace, Kingsford 37,500 their donations. Any parish that the diocese and St. Peter Cathe- Our Lady of the Snows, Hessel 16,427 St. Mary, Norway 30,437 Our Lady of Victory, Paradise 5,704 St. Rose, Channing 14,154 fails to achieve its goal is asked to dral in Marquette. Deacon Tom Sacred Heart, DeTour 5,963 make up the difference from its Foye works part-time as director Sacred Heart, Sugar Island 3,004 ST. MARY ROCKLAND VICARIATE parish budget. However, a parish of this office. St. Anne, Mackinac Island 11,231 Holy Family, Ontonagon 27,050 that exceeds its goal will receive Family Life Office St. Florence, Drummond Island 7,668 Immaculate Conception, Wakefield 18,908 the overage back, for use as it The position of Family Life St. Francis Xavier, Brimley 7,110 Immaculate Conception, Watersmeet 11,319 sees fit in the parish. Coordinator is currently vacant, St. Gregory, Newberry 26,688 Our Lady of Peace, Ironwood 49,550 Here are a few highlights of but money has been budgeted in St. Ignatius Loyola, St. Ignace 39,341 Sacred Heart, Ewen 8,758 St. Isaac Jogues, Sault Ste. Marie 7,665 St. Ann, Bergland 5,334 this area to be used at the discre- the 2013-2014 diocesan budget: St. Joseph, Rudyard 11,363 St. Catherine, Marenisco 4,438 Education of Priests/Ministry tion of the new bishop. St. Joseph, Sault Ste. Marie 35,065 St. Jude, White Pine 5,613 Personnel Office The U.P. Catholic Newspaper St. Mary, Trout Lake 2,586 St. Mary, Rockland 4,492 The money budgeted for the Subsidy St. Stanislaus Kostka, Goetzville 10,338 St. Sebastian, Bessemer 29,318 education of priests has been re- Before he left the diocese, St. Stephen, Naubinway 8,058 duced due to the fact that Father Archbishop Sample approved the St. Therese, Germfask 4,157 THE MOST HOLY NAME OF JESUS VICARIATE Dan Moll has completed his hiring of a part-time editorial as- St. Timothy, Curtis 6,849 Holy Family, South Range 14,944 Keweenaw Catholic Missions, Mohawk 6,018 canon law studies in Rome. How- sistant to help the editor produce ST. JOHN NEUMANN VICARIATE Most Holy Name of Jesus/St. Kateri, Assinins 3,879 ever, Fr. Moll is now working the diocesan newspaper and ad- Holy Redeemer, Menominee 23,664 Resurrection, Hancock 32,477 part-time in the Diocesan Min- minister the diocesan website. Holy Spirit, Menominee 39,644 Sacred Heart, Calumet 22,517 istry Personnel Office, so part of Givers down, Gifts up Precious Blood, Stephenson 41,100 Sacred Heart, L'Anse 20,031 his salary is paid for by this of- Although the number of indi- Resurrection, Menominee 33,420 St. Ann, Baraga 13,160 fice. In addition, Kevin Branson viduals who contribute to St. Bruno, Nadeau 14,696 St. Anne, Chassell 18,275 took over as Director of Ministry UPCSA has gone down in recent St. John Neumann, Hermansville/Spalding 35,578 St. Francis of Assisi, Dollar Bay 9,385 Personnel from Monsignor years, those who give continue to St. Ignatius Loyola, Houghton 53,142 ST. JOSEPH AND ST. PATRICK VICARIATE St. Joseph, Lake Linden 41,824 Ronald Browne, who returned to be more generous. Fr. Dobrzen- All Saints, Gladstone 70,071 St. Paul the Apostle, Calumet 23,729 the Archdiocese of Detroit this ski said the diocese is thankful Divine Infant of Prague, Gulliver 1,806 past summer. for this. Holy Family, Gladstone 43,492 Total $2,041,340 THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 • PAGE 9

The Upper Peninsula Catholic Services Appeal funds four areas of Catholic ministry

This special section shares stories about those helped by the UPCSA Where Should I Give? by Fr. Greg Heikkala

A parishioner recently asked me some important ques- tions. As many organizations ask for financial support, to which should I give? Which are worthwhile and make Evangelization a difference in the lives of people? This question is not and Faith uncommon. Requests are numerous, and even within Formation parishes there are many worthwhile Catholic efforts which depend upon financial support. My response was to consider the annual U.P. Cath- olic Services appeal. UPCSA funds essential Catholic ministry efforts which are local and far reaching. They include evangelization and faith formation, vocations Catholic and pastoral outreach, Catholic Social Services, and Catholic schools. I believe that Schools UPCSA is worthwhile and makes a difference in the lives of people. There is more. As a pastor in the Upper Peninsula, parishioners and I benefit directly from the assistance of people who make up these Catholic ministry efforts. We benefit from personal direction, materials, and presentations in our faith formation program. Lo- cal people in need receive direct assistance from Catholic Social Services. People who are trained in evangelization provide us with the best tools and ideas possible Vocations to connect with Catholics who are making a return to the Church. Vocation efforts and Pastoral engage the minds and hearts of young people as they trust in God, who abides with them into the future. Our Catholic schools are treasures that promote Catholic and Outreach family-based values and environments. I recently served on a committee whose members explored the ways in which UPCSA can be more effectively understood and promoted. Even after years of conducting the campaign in parishes, I came away with a renewed appreciation and commitment to UPCSA. We will ask all parishioners to join the already many people who provide support. Catholic My parishioner asked an important question. To which organization should I Social Services give? Which are worthwhile and make a difference? Please prayerfully consider giv- ing to UPCSA. I am grateful that the parishioners with whom I serve are generous. I too will give generously to the U.P. Catholic Services Appeal. PAGE 10 • THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

Diocesan Catholic Schools witness major growth Catholic Schools by Victoria LaFave , Diocesan Catholic Schools Marketing Coordinator

For the past four years, enrollment at the nine diocesan Catholic schools has grown by more than 60 students, which translates into a five-percent increase.

These numbers demonstrate that Di- from the Catholic Extension Foun- respondents said that yes, they would ocese of Marquette Catholic schools dation, Marquette diocesan schools and do recommend them to friends have consistently bucked the nation- have received a four-year commit- and community members. wide trend of declining enrollment ment to work with nationally-known Also, within the past few years, in Catholic schools, particularly when educational consultant Richard Burke, the superintendent’s office devel- compared to the other six dioceses president of CSM. With his expertise oped, with the help of teachers and in the State of Michigan, which have in managing Catholic schools, Burke principals, a core list of trade books lost an average of more than eight will provide valuable input on key ar- that students are taught in Diocese percent of their students in a compa- eas of leadership within the schools, of Marquette schools. This core list rable time period. such as strategic planning, marketing is structured around six major genres Working for Mark Salisbury, strategies and plans, council leader- gleaned from classical works of litera- Superintendent of Catholic Schools, ship and financial management. ture and non-fiction, while including in the Office of Catholic Schools are One of the diocesan Catholic works such as biographies of saints Administrative Assistant Pam Erick- school principals, Kathleen “Kitty” from our Catholic tradition. This past son, Business Manager John Dehlin, Lovell of St. Francis de Sales School year diocesan schools made a con- and, on a subcontractor basis, Mar- in Manistique, said the Catholic certed effort to improve the math- keting Coordinator Victoria LaFave. Schools office has been helpful in ematics curriculum and materials. Recently, staff in the diocesan depart- moving her school forward. “The Another service provided by the ment of Faith Formation and Youth diocese has established a support Office of Catholic Schools is cen- Ministry has come under the supervi- infrastructure for our nine schools, tralized accounting, coordinated by sion of the Catholic Schools office. providing spiritual, academic, and Business Manager John Dehlin. This While his office is headquar- financial resources,” she said. “Their system streamlines the time it takes tered out of the Marquette diocesan leadership, commitment and dedi- for these bookkeeping procedures to offices, Salisbury travels frequently cation help to keep us moving in be performed by the local schools, in- around the Upper Peninsula to all the right direction, maintaining the cluding payroll and tuition collection. nine schools, where he meets with the highest professional standards for our These and other services provid- principals, pastors, councils and facul- schools.” ed by the Office of Catholic Schools Photo Information: ties to help with curriculum, address The Office of Catholic Schools support the overall philosophy of our any issues, and help the schools plan also recently conducted its first-ever diocesan Catholic schools to share in Top: Mark Salisbury joins the students for their futures. comprehensive diocesan-wide Parent the evangelization mission of the lo- of Holy Spirit School for a lunch thank- “For me, my ministry can only be Satisfaction Survey. All parents of cal Church in the Upper Peninsula. ing Norway City workers for all they do effective when I am present to those students in the nine diocesan Catholic “Our Catholic schools are a vi- for their city. Center: Annika LaBelle, a in the field working day to day to keep schools were invited to complete the brant means through which the New student at Holy Spirit Catholic School in Norway, reads to a resident at the the mission of Catholic school educa- survey and anonymously submit their Evangelization is being carried out in Oak Crest Independent Living Facility tion alive in our diocese. As the repre- answers. the Diocese of Marquette,” Salisbury while Mark Salisbury, diocesan super- sentative of the bishop, we work hard “We were very happy to receive said. “We are excited and confident intendent of Catholic schools, looks to establish a spirit of unity between 337 completed surveys, representing a for future growth and very grateful to on. Bottom: Superintendent Mark Salis- our local schools, their parishes, and 37-percent return rate,” said Salisbury. everyone who is helping to carry out bury (left) and Father Corey Litzner celebrate with Pam Mileski after she the diocese,” Salisbury said. Overall, results were very positive. this mission.” was recognized during the Educators’ With an eye toward helping the For instance, when parents of stu- The Diocesan offices are located Workshop held Aug. 26 at St. Michael schools with future strategic plan- dents from all nine diocesan Catholic at 1004 Harbor Hills Drive, Mar- Parish in Marquette. Mileski has been ning, the Office of Catholic Schools schools were asked if they would rec- quette, MI 49855. For more infor- a teacher at Holy Name Catholic has secured the assistance of Catholic ommend the Diocese of Marquette mation on the Diocesan Catholic School in Escanaba for 35 years. School Management, Inc. (CSM). Catholic Schools to other parents, an schools, call (906) 227-9135 or visit: Funded through a generous grant overwhelming 96 percent of the 337 www.dioceseofmarquette.org/schools. THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 • PAGE 11

A Time for Renewal Evangelization The Chrism Mass is a visible example of UPCSA gifts at work and Faith that touch every priest, parish, and mission in the diocese. Formation The Chrism Mass is celebrated once each year. On this occasion, faithful from all regions of the diocese gather to- gether with the bishop and priests to celebrate the Holy Eu- charist. All the priests from the diocese come to renew their promise of obedience to their bishop. The holy oils that will be used for the coming year—the oil of the sick, the oil of catechumens, and the holy Chrism used in baptisms, con- firmations and ordinations—are blessed or consecrated and set apart for sacred use. The bishop’s homily at this Mass encourages his priests to strive for holiness and to live their promises more per- fectly. He instructs them to continually work to be more like Jesus, to turn away from sin, and to take joy in the love that God has for us as his children. His encouragement can be taken to heart not just by priests but by every Christian. Chrism Mass 2013: Urns Every parish and mission in the diocese sends a repre- of oil and balsam fra- sentative to the Chrism Mass to receive the blessed oils and grance are displayed return them safely to the parish. at St. Peter Cathedral Diocesan priests, who are financially and spiritually sup- ported by the diocese and through UPCSA, are an integral in Marquette. They will part of the Chrism Mass. Planning, preparation and celebra- be brought forward tion of the Chrism Mass involves several diocesan ministries for blessing or conse- that are supported by UPCSA—divine worship, sacred mu- cration by the bishop. sic and communications.

Catholic Social Services Welcomes New Leader By John Fee When talking with Kyle Rambo, of Plans and Advisor to the Iraq eye-opening experience, accord- ciently. There is a need for support, the new director of Catholic Social Army in Baghdad, responsible for ing to Rambo. The agency offers healing. We just need to be good Services of the Upper Peninsula the command and control of 66 many services including those for stewards of the limited resources (CSS), the conversation revolves Iraqi Army Battalions and 39 Iraqi substance abuse and mental health, provided us,” Rambo said. around people and team building. Police battalions pro- marriage counseling “The counselors are work- “We’ve got a great team here. viding security in and and foster care. He ing hard; they earn every penny,” What I see are some hardworking around Baghdad. often refers to the Rambo said. He noted that they people,” Rambo said. “I think my He believes that CSS counselors as often bring their lunch and in his job is supporting them so they can being a veteran him- “healers.” words, “barely have time to eat it.” do their job better.” self will help him “Hard times The Upper Peninsula Catholic Ser- Team meetings by conference connect with veter- make what we do vices Appeal “goes directly to my calls, bringing together the offices ans who would ben- more important,” ability to support my counselors in in Marquette, Iron Mountain and efit from CSS’s - ser Rambo said, point- their work.” Escanaba, will allow staff to have vices. ing out that the foster Faith and “spiritual fitness” more input into the organization, “The biggest care program has al- have been very important to Ram- to share ideas and encourage each problem is the (vet- most doubled in the bo throughout his military career other. Rambo said the staff has erans) who don’t ask past year. “Our ser- and especially during deployments a lot of “great ideas. I’m taking for help,” Rambo Catholic vices are needed even into combat zones. “During your those ideas and putting them into said. He noted that Social more.” darkest hour you realize how im- policies.” there is camaraderie Services “One of the portant your faith in God is to get Rambo has plenty of experi- in military service first things (counsel- you through it.” ence in teamwork and leadership. that veterans miss. ors) ask me is, ‘Can Chaplains are “worth their He is retiring from the Army as “That’s why we have we bring somebody weight in gold,” Rambo said. He a lieutenant colonel with 23 years a VFW or American Legion in ev- else on board?’ There are so many especially credits Chaplain Larry of service, including four com- ery town in America, no matter people we can help,” Rambo said. Sharp, a Vietnam War veteran who bat assignments. During his most how small,” he said. His answer? “Not right now. We returned to the military as a chap- recent tour in Iraq he was Chief Working at CSS has been an have to prove we can operate effi- continued on page 12 PAGE 12 • THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013

Vocations and Pastoral Outreach

Diocesan Sacred Music Conference held in Escanaba By Victoria LaFave

Angelic voices chanting in Latin could be heard to her parish. “This year, I’m pretations of chant.” through the open stained glass windows at St. Jo- learning more about Sacred Knutson said this year’s Music and how to introduce conference material, cover- seph and St. Patrick’s Parish in Escanaba on a beau- Gregorian Chant into our par- ing primarily Gregorian Chant tiful summer afternoon. ish,” she said. and organ music, “was very “It was introduced a little well-received.” The voices emanating from the Conference included a study already after last year’s con- Knutson noted that part of church were those of partici- of Gregorian chant from basic ference,” Yakovich said. She Archbishop Sample’s pastoral pants in the Diocesan Sacred to advanced, the use of or- noted that Knutson has given letter, Rejoice in the Lord Al- Music Conference, held at St. gan within the Sacred Liturgy, her ideas on “how to incorpo- ways, recommends actually Joseph & St Patrick’s Parish in as well as Sacred music re- rate chant a little more now.” singing the Mass rather than Escanaba on July 12-13. sources. Diocesan Director of Another conference par- singing at the Mass. The overall The conference was or- Sacred Music Nathan Knutson ticipant, Jeanne Korpi, mem- goal of the Sacred Music Con- ganized for priests, deacons, directed the conference. The ber of St. Joseph & St. Patrick’s ference was to further develop seminarians, directors of mu- diocesan Office of Sacred Mu- Parish Choir, said she is taking Archbishop Sample’s vision of sic, organists, cantors, choir sic is funded through UPCSA. valuable knowledge back to Sacred Music and liturgy. The members and singers of all Conference participant her choir from the conference. conference included Mass ages, especially those re- Carol Yakovich, choir director “What I’ve learned from this each day, along with an or- sponsible for Sacred Music in at Holy Family Parish in Onto- conference is that interpreta- gan concert featuring organ- the parishes and missions of nagon, said the conference tion of chant is variable,” she ists Nathan Knutson and John the Diocese of Marquette. The provided her with practical in- said. “There are different inter- Ignatowski. 2013 Diocesan Sacred Music formation she can take back

New CSS leader felt called to “higher purpose”

continued from page 11 sity in Marquette. He held a similar Marquette Middle School. Rambo higher purpose of “taking care of lain, for helping him grow in spiritual position at Michigan Technological said both sons “love the school sys- people.” fitness. The chaplain also gave him University in Houghton from 2002 to tem” here. “Agencies like this one are more an engraved plaque with his favorite 2005. Rambo lights up talking about important than ever because hospi- poem, emphasizing attitude and con- After his earlier stint in the Army volunteering as a cross country and tal health systems won’t do it unless cluding that “life is 10 percent what in Houghton, the Rambo family track coach at Father Marquette Mid- they’re making money. That’s the way happens to me and 90 percent how I hoped to be able to return to the U.P. dle School. “It’s fun coaching those of the future—everyone else is left react to it.” and Rambo feels privileged the Army kids. Father Marquette is going to on the side of the road. We can’t let Although Rambo took over the placed him in NMU’s strong military dominate,” he said with a smile. that happen,” Rambo said. top spot at CSS on Aug. 19 this year, science program. Both Rambo, and Moving from military to civilian “When people recover, when he and his family are no strangers to his wife Kay (a secretary at Father life and working at CSS was described people find spiritual fitness, there’s a Marquette and the U.P. For the last Marquette Middle School) are na- by Rambo as a “good transition.” tendency for them to give back to so- four years, the lieutenant colonel has tives of Michigan’s Lower Peninsula. He said in the university setting he ciety. Rather than take, take, take, we been a professor of military science They have two sons, Lance, a high worked for a “higher purpose” help- now have a community of givers who and led the military science depart- school sophomore in Marquette, ing a small group of future military are trying to contribute to their com- ment of Northern Michigan Univer- and Luke, an eighth grader at Father leaders grow. At CSS there is also a munity,” Rambo said.

This four-page UPCSA section sponsored by the Diocese of Marquette THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 • PAGE 13

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TOTAL EXPENSE $2,887,764 $3,024,715

REVENUE: UPCSA GOAL $1,738,306 $1,773,072 Parish Assessment for Catholic Schools 173,169 268,268 2 Investment Income 612,895 629,381 4 Diocesan Catholic School Endowment 46,440 55,540 Trust and Grant Income 116,954 98,454 Donations 75,000 75,000 Other 125,000 125,000

TOTAL REVENUE $2,887,764 $3,024,715 Notes for the Diocesan Annual Budget 1 Catholic Social Services 2 The third phase of the budget includes an addi- of the UP (CSS) amount Parish Assessment for tional $228,475 of rev- reflects only the portion Catholic Schools is enues from parish of their budget which is being implemented. subscriptions, advertis- funded by UPCSA. CSS 3 U.P. Catholic Newspaper ing, grants and other total budget includes an (UPC) subsidy reflects sources. additional $1,134,226 of only the portion of their 4 Investment Income is revenues from counsel- budget which is funded budgeted using a five- ing, adoption, United by diocesan investment year weighted average www.osfstfrancis.org Way and other sources. income. UPC total at a 5% spending level. PAGE 14 • THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 ‘Grasshopper Parade’ is time-honored tradition at St. Nicholas Cemetery

IN THE SAME BOAT - Getting out on the water is a major accomplishment in the Bay Cliff Adapted Kayaking Program. (Photo courtesy of Bay Cliff Health Camp) tant. It was really hard to find the right we do one major fundraising appeal. CAMP FROM P2 person. Now we have this teaching We don't get any grants… I have to Upper Peninsula, a consortium of clinic with U of M,” Bennett said. raise $1,000,000 every year,” said major health agencies. In this posi- Camp counselors are often col- Bennett. tion, he worked with counseling, pa- lege students. They are at least 18 Bay Cliff gives much back to the TRADITION - Father Jacek Wtyklo celebrates Mass at St. tient services, education, clinics and years old and have at least one year of general community, as well. “We host Nicholas Cemetery in honor of the upcoming feast day of St. Ann. equipment. college. Bennett said, “They have to other organizations and even have (Photo courtesy of Doris Newhouse) “I noticed early on people with have a high level of maturity. They some who partner with us, but they SUBMITTED BY DORIS NEWHOUSE the grasshoppers, which were de- disabilities, in the ’70s and the early sleep in the cabin with their (four to must all be to serve others, to help stroying their crops. Others claim the ’80s, did not have the opportunities to six) kids. They help them get up; they others to live a better life,” stated Ben- Father Jacek Wtyklo, pastor of St. name described what happened as enjoy the beautiful U.P. It just oc- do therapy carryover. It’s just like nett. St. Peter Cathedral, Catholic Joseph Parish in Perkins, St. Charles you walked through the long, dry curred to me that there ought to be being a mom. When you are a mom, campus ministries and other church Borromeo in Rapid River and St. Rita grass stirring up the insects. recreation available for folks to get you don’t get a day off. Most of them programs frequently use Bay Cliff as in Trenary, celebrated Mass Wednes- Whatever the reason, the annual out and have some fun,” Bennett said. want to go into medicine or therapy.” a retreat facility. day evening, July 24, in St. Nicholas event has continued throughout the With this belief, “I came up and More than half of the campers are Physical and life skills therapy, Cemetery in honor of the upcoming years paying tribute to St. Ann. rented the facility … and brought from families who are financially in- weight management, a pilot program feast day of St. Ann. Refreshments were enjoyed fol- people I knew and ran a camp for digent. Bay Cliff has a large facility for autism, Camp Star bereavement Original settlers of the St. lowing the Mass by friends and fam- adults with disabilities. It took on a filled with clothing “collected by which helps youth come to grips with Nicholas area who are buried there ily members who visited with each life of its own. We still run that camp.” womens’ clubs and church groups. loss, Camp Independence for adults were remembered during the Mass. other and remembered those who im- In 1987, the Bay Cliff camp director They all come folded, washed and with disabilities, and polio wellness More than 30 people, most of whom migrated to this country in the early retired and Bennett began his career pressed. The kids are all dressed ba- for adult survivors of polio are just a are direct descendants of those immi- 1900s and struggled to clear the for- as the director of Bay Cliff. sically the same…We don’t have to few of the many ways the Gospel is grants, attended the evening service. est to plant their crops. There are many ways others also track 180 campers’ clothes this way, lived out at Bay Cliff. Bennett said What eventually became known An immense field of healthy, serve the camp. Along with therapy, either. Every day they get to come Bay Cliff is clearly a “treasure for the as the “Grasshopper Parade,” began green potato plants grows next to the camp offers medical and dental shopping. It also gives them structure U.P. We really celebrate life. It’s a in the early 1930s with Belgian peo- the cemetery, seemingly to remind care free of charge. “Dr. Michael Nid- and routine….Upstairs we have tuxe- blessing.” ple who settled in the area praying descendants of those early settlers iffer, a St. Michael parishioner, and Dr. dos and there are prom dresses, too,” For more information about Bay the rosary as they processed around that the potato is what brought Bel- Michael Coyne come up and see the for the annual Bay Cliff prom. Cliff, visit its website at www.bay- the exterior of the cemetery, led by gian immigrants to this country kids and we never see a bill… We used Bay Cliff has an annual “Camper- cliff.org and Facebook page at the parish priest from Perkins. Some years ago and sustains their families to have to hire a dentist and an assis- ship Appeal” in the fall. “Every year www.facebook.com/baycliff. say they prayed to be delivered from even today.

BIG NIGHT - The 2013 Bay Cliff Teens on Prom Night. The camp accepts donations of prom clothing that’s in good shape. (Photo courtesy of Bay Cliff Health Camp)

The U.P. Catholic Twitter We’re Newspaper www.twitter.com www.upcatholic.org @theupcatholic online! Facebook YouTube www.facebook.com/ www.youtube.com/ Visit theupcatholic user/theupcatholic THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 • PAGE 15 DEATHS/WEDDINGS/BAPTISMS John D. Besse He is survived by his wife, Patricia, Wis., Greg (Diane) of Gladstone, Mer- Escanaba Elliott John D. Besse, 86, of Gladstone, and was preceded in death by his wife, rijo (Dave) Koen of Minneapolis; his LETTS, James, 68, St. Louis the MARQUETTE, St. Michael: died July 27, 2013, at his home. A Melissa, who passed away in 2011. stepchildren, Jeffery Abrahamson of King, Marquette Marcela A. Ordonez and Jedediah Mass of Christian Burial was cele- Besse and Melissa started their Alexandria, Va., Victoria Abrahamson- MARINELLI, August, 86, Holy Weber brated Aug. 3, at St. Anne Catholic own company, Northern Michigan Cass of Fox Point, Wis.; grandchil- Family, South Range NEGAUNEE, St. Paul: Christy Church, with Fa- Veneers Inc. in 1966 in Escanaba. The dren, Gabrielle, Cain, Amber, Aprylle MASNJAK, Paul J., 45, St. Ce- Connors and David Cain Jr. ther Fran DeG- company expanded, and by the 1990s and Alex; step-grandchildren, Heather, cilia, Caspian RUDYARD, St. Joseph: Kara root officiating, had become a multi-million dollar Graham, Zachary, Mary Pat, Kelly, OCEGUERA, Concepcion, 94, St. Radimaker and Jared Kangas and burial at Holy corporation, Besse Forest Products Gabrielle, Noah, Mathias, Jaden, Tony John the Baptist, Garden Cross Cemetery. Group. and Audrianna. OLSEN, Phyllis, 79, St. Cecilia, BAPTISMS Besse was A philanthropist, Besse and his He was also preceded in death by Caspian BARK RIVER, St. Elizabeth Ann born in Butternut, family have made generous donations his brothers, Arthur Jr. and Robert; sis- PELLONPAA, Josephine Mary, Seton: Caleb Shawn Cannon, Lance Wis., on Aug. 17, through the years, including to the ter, Helen; and stepson, Gary Abra- 91, St. Paul, Negaunee Paul Guenette, Henry Thomas 1926, son of the Bishop Noa Home, OSF St. Francis hamson Jr. PETERS, Marie, 91, St. Joseph, Guenette, Joshua Samuel Guenette John D. Besse late Arthur and Hospital, Marquette General Hospi- The family asks that any memorial Lake Linden GLADSTONE, All Saints: Cam- Gertrude (Klein) Besse. Following tal’s cancer center, the Beacon House, donations be made to the John and Pa- POTVIN, Lowell, 76, St. Elizabeth ryn Stupak high school, he served in the Navy. He the Catholic Diocese of Marquette, tricia Besse Foundation for commu- Ann Seton, Bark River ESCANABA, St. Joseph & St. graduated cum laude from the Univer- Bay Cliff Health Camp, and renova- nity projects. RABITOY, Camille, 79, All Patrick: Jackson Bonifas, Trenton sity of Minnesota, and received a mas- tions to the Escanaba Civic Center. Saints, Gladstone Bonifas ter's degree from the University of Survivors also include his children, DEATHS SHANDONAY, James D., 88, All GWINN, St. Anthony: Lillian North Carolina. Melissa (Jim Roulo) of Shawano, BEACCO, Rachel Marie, St. Paul, Saints, Gladstone Champion Negaunee STEFANIAK, Donald, 70, St. HANCOCK, Church of the Resur- BEAUDRIE, Dorothy, 85, All Paul, Negaunee rection: Colin Kamper, Caleb John THE CATHOLIC CEMETERY Saints, Gladstone TURKAL, Michael Wayne, 76, St. Young BUTRYN, Jean, 95, St. Anne, Es- Sebastian, Bessemer HESSEL, Our Lady of the Snows: Holy Cross - Marquette U.P. CATHOLIC canaba WEBER, Virginia, 89, St. Anne, Emory Robert Hanna NEWSPAPER’S 1400 Wright St. Neil Newcomb 225-0191 GEMBOLIS, Joseph Donald, 87, Escanaba HOUGHTON, St. Ignatius Loy- Immaculate Conception, Wakefield YOUNG, Marie, 95, St. Louis the ola: James Joshua Charles Cone, FUNERAL DI- Holy Cross - Escanaba GEROY, Allan, 61, St. Elizabeth King, Marquette Grace Rosalie Dorvinen, Gavin Jagger Hwy M-35 Ann Seton, Bark River Massaway, Quinn Katherine Shedrow RECTORY Dale Stannard 786-4685 GUTZMAN, David, 72, St. Louis WEDDINGS KINGSFORD, St. Mary Queen of May the souls of the faithful We have Burial Lots, Mausoleum the King, Marquette CALUMET: St. Paul the Apostle: Peace: Nickolas James Tomasoski departed rest in peace. & Columbarium Niches JACOBSON, Mary Rose, 98, St. Bryan Michael Wagner and Mallory MARENISCO, St. Catherine: Sebastian, Bessemer Helene Crowley Johnna Lynn Gagnon, Cloe Lynn Jukuri-Antila Funeral Home JOHNSON, Betty, 88, St. Andrew, COPPER HARBOR, Our Lady of Meyer, Anneli Marie Meyer 1500 W. Quincy St. • Hancock, MI 49930 Nahma the Pines: Michael Eric Newman and MARQUETTE, St. Michael: Aria (906) 482-3710 JOHNSON, Rose Mary, 83, St. Lisa Marie Wilson Reese LaMere Funeral Service, Inc. Mountain View Mortuary Thomas the Apostle, Escanaba HOUGHTON, St. Ignatius Loy- MENOMINEE, Resurrection: Ron Antila - Director / Owner 14 Seventh Ave. • South Range, MI 49963 KENNEDY, Timothy, 58, St. ola: Suzanne K. Reed and Sean C. Rainier John Dault, Adalynn Grace www.antilafuneral.com (906) 482-8474 Joseph & St. Patrick, Escanaba Spydell Hansen KLEE, Riley T., 21, St. Elizabeth MARQUETTE, St. Louis the WAKEFIELD, Immaculate Con- Ann Seton, Bark River King: Toni Valesano and Nicholas De- ception: Liam James Bolen, Callen LARSON, Bernard, 97, St. Anne, Petro; Shirley Nordquist and Thomas Dale Louis Boetto Deadline set for state-wide petition to prohibit tax-funded abortion insurance 240 M C C ANN S TREET • S T I GNACE , MI 49781 A deadline date for submitting NO state legislature to prohibit abortion millions of American families. Fami- (906) 643•7711 FAX (906) 643•7089 Taxes for Abortion Insurance petitions coverage in the exchange that will be lies with household incomes up to B RUCE J. D ODSON , F UNERAL D IRECTOR is set. The state-wide petition drive will accessed by Michigan residents. 400 percent of federal poverty level ERICKSON-ROCHON & NASH FUNERAL HOMES, INC. end Sept. 30. More than 270,000 sig- The Michigan Constitution allows will be allowed to receive federal sub- Thomas W. Nash - Owner/Manager Scott D. Lutey - Manager natures have been received. the people to initiate legislation sidies when purchasing a health care 901 Carpenter Ave 1000 S. Carpenter Ave. The Michigan Catholic Confer- through a petition. In order to propose plan through the health care insurance Iron Mountain, MI 906-774-7676 Kingsford, MI ence is supporting the citizens’ initia- legislation to the Michigan Legisla- exchanges. If Michigan doesn’t opt- Directors-T. Nash, S. Lutey, Tammy Barrows, Robert Schinderle & Matthew Nash tive to prohibit abortion coverage in ture, approximately 258,088 valid out, federal tax dollars will be allowed A Tradition of Caring the forthcoming health care ex- signatures of registered voters must to subsidize the purchase of health McKEVITT-PATRICK FUNERAL HOME, INC. change. A petition drive is operating be gathered. care plans – which cover abortion. under the committee name No Taxes A citizen's initiative that appears In a letter to pastors and pastoral Mike Patrick - Owner/Manager for Abortion Insurance, and is being before the legislature may not be administrators, Paul Long, President 305 N. Lowell St., Ironwood, MI 49938 conducted through the end of this amended nor does it require consid- and CEO of Michigan Catholic Con- 932-1141 month by Right to Life of Michigan. eration from the Governor. Should ei- ference wrote, “In order to ensure that Parishes and other organizations in ther the House of Representatives or taxpayer dollars are not used to subsi- the Upper Peninsula are collecting Senate vote “no” or fail to vote, the dize abortion coverage on a health care signatures for the petition. issue will go to the November 2014 exchange sold in Michigan, this peti- Space available. The federal health care reform bill statewide ballot. If both chambers tion drive must be successful. Since the (Affordable Care Act), enacted in vote “yes” within the 40 days, the bill campaign is an initiative proposal, Contact Deacon Steve March 2010, requires that insurance will become law. This citizen's initia- churches may speak out and distribute exchanges be available in all 50 states tive is the same process that was used as much material as they wish.” 1-866-452-5112 or by 2014. The ACA contains a special to override former Governor Jennifer For more information, visit provision allowing the states to ex- Granholm's veto in 2003 of legisla- Michigan Catholic Conference’s clude abortion as a covered benefit. To tion that banned partial birth abortion. website at www.micatholic.org or [email protected] for details. date, 23 states have passed such legis- The federal health care reform Michigan’s Voice website at lation. This petition drive will ask the law provides federal subsidies for www.michigansvoice.com. PAGE 16 • THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 THE U.P. CATHOLIC CALENDAR OF EVENTS (All times are local) SATURDAY, SEPT. 21 precedes the ceremony. If you are a being. The session theme is: for Sunday Chain will be moved to the St. Paul Marygrove at (906) 644-2771 for Holy Spirit School of Norway will Knight of Columbus and interested in evening, Intimacy with God/Self; Mon- Lutheran Church Hall. Following the more information. host its annual harvest dinner from 4 - making your Fourth Degree, contact day evening, Living the Reign of God Life Chain, everyone is invited to attend 7:30 p.m. The chicken dinner is an all- Vern Miron at (906) 353-6021. Today; Tuesday evening, Reconcilia- a short meeting at the church hall. For THURSDAY, OCT. 10 you-can-eat buffet and includes garden tion, and concluding Wednesday more information, call Roland or A videotape viewing of Abby John- fresh vegetables, rolls and pies. There Juke Box Memories Variety Shows, evening, Discipleship (Mass). Decide Theresa Mayer at (906) 884-6813. son’s presentation at the annual Care will be many prizes, as well as a bake featuring music from the ‘50s and ‘60s, today to put off anything that may in- Clinic Fundraising Banquet will be of- sale. The cost for the evening is $8 for will be presented by St. Mary Queen of terfere. You deserve this rich new life A Harvest Dinner will take place at fered at St. Peter Cathedral. The pres- adults, $5 for children ages 5-12 and Peace Parish in Kingsford. Shows begin God offers you. Call Mary and Duane the Garden Community Building of St. entation will begin at 7 p.m. and is open younger than 5 is free. at 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and at Kovacich at (906) 228-3413 for more John Catholic Church of Garden from to all ages. The Care Clinic, formerly 2 p.m. on Sunday. All performances are information. 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. Cost is $10 for known as Pregnancy Services of Mar- Marriage in Today’s Culture, a held at the Kingsford High School au- adults, $5 for children and no cost for quette, began under the auspices of the Claves Regni Ministries forum and din- ditorium. Admission is $10 for adults TUESDAY, OCT. 1 children younger than 5. Ham and Catholic diocese in 1973. It now oper- ner presentation will be held at St. Peter and $7 for children ages 12 and Mass with Healing Service will be turkey dinners will be served, along ates two clinics, one in Marquette and Cathedral in Marquette. The forum will younger. Tickets may be purchased in offered at 7 p.m. at St. Peter Cathedral. with homemade pies. the newest at K.I. Sawyer. Both clinics consider questions such as: What is the advance at the parish office or at the Anyone is welcome to participate. offer free services for women who are Catholic understanding of Marriage? door. Prayer teams will be available follow- OCTOBER 7-10 in an unplanned pregnancy, as well as How do we minister to those with ing the Mass for those who would like A Catholic priests and deacons classes and support for the fathers. same-sex attraction? SATURDAY, SEPT. 28 prayers for various needs. Come and re- retreat will be offered at Marygrove Abby Johnson is a former Planned Par- The forum will follow a dinner be- Sacred Heart Parish in Champion ceive the Lord’s strength and peace! Retreat Center in Garden. Father enthood clinic director who, after assist- ginning at 5:15 p.m. A freewill offering will host a fall bazaar from 11 a.m. to Daniel Coughlin will offer this re- ing with an ultrasound-guided abortion, will be accepted. 2 p.m. A soup and sandwich lunch will OCTOBER 4-6 treat. Fr. Coughlin is from the Arch- became a staunch advocate for life. A be available, as well as crafts, bakery The second weekend of Juke Box diocese of Chicago and has served collection to benefit the Care Clinic will TUESDAY, SEPT. 24 items and a drawing. Tables are avail- Memories Variety Shows, featuring as a pastor, the director of the Car- be taken after the viewing. For more in- A Kick-Off Rally will be held at 5:30 able for rent. Contact Carolyn Platten- music from the ‘50s and ‘60s, will be dinal Stritch Priests’ Retreat House formation, contact the Care Clinic at to launch this fall's 40 Days for Life berg at (906) 339-2386 for more presented by St. Mary Queen of Peace and as the Archdiocesan Vicar of (906) 228-2273. campaign on the sidewalk outside St. information. Parish in Kingsford. Shows begin at 7 Clergy. He has spent a great deal of Anne Parish, 817 S. Lincoln Road in p.m. on Friday and Saturday and at 2 time with the Trappist Monks of SUNDAY, OCT. 13 Escanaba. Join and be part of the St. Stanislaus Kostka Parish will host p.m. Sunday. All performances are held Gethsemane, Kentucky, and Blessed All Saints Parish in Gladstone will largest internationally coordinated pro- the St. Stanislaus birthday dinner at at Kingsford High School auditorium. Mother Teresa’s Missionaries of host a harvest dinner. Dinner and draw- life mobilization in history. Participants Raber Township Hall. Reservations are Admission is $10 for adults and $7 for Charity in India. Fr. Coughlin has ing proceeds will help fund Christmas join prayers with hundreds of other requested. For more information or to children ages 12 and younger. Tickets most recently served for 11 years as baskets and gifts for the poor families cities around the country and the world make your reservation, contact Frances may be purchased in advance at the the 59th Chaplain to the United of our area. For more information, con- to pray for an end to abortion. For more at (906) 297-6561 or the parish office at parish office or at the door. States House of Representatives. tact the parish office at (906) 428-3199. information, contact Sue Tackman at (906) 297-5211. Visit www.marygrove.org or call SEE CALENDAR ON PAGE 17 (906) 233-1697. The annual fall festival will be The Knights of Columbus of St. Paul hosted at St. Paul the Apostle Parish in Fall clean-up in cemetery set SEPT. 25 - NOV. 3 Parish in Negaunee will host Oktober- Calumet. Activities include Friday A fall clean-up is set for Holy Cross Cemetery in Marquette. All decorations, St. Anne Parish in Escanaba will fest. Brats, chips and potato salad will night bingo, ethnic food booths, a bake tributes, flowers (natural and artificial), pots, baskets and wreaths should be re- hold a 40 Days for Life campaign. 40 be served. The cost is $6 per plate. Call sale and drawings. The festival is open moved by families by Oct. 15. Articles not removed by this time will be disposed Days for Life is a peaceful, prayerful the Knights of Columbus at (906) 475- to the community. Donations and vol- of by cemetery personnel. Families may leave a shepherd’s hook but should re- and proven effective pro-life campaign 6671 for more information. unteers are needed. Financial donations move the arrangement. Christmas wreaths may be placed after Nov. 15. Any that has saved thousands of lives from are being accepted in the parish office questions may be directed to Neil Newcomb, sexton, at (906) 225-0191. abortion, led to the conversion of 83 SUNDAY, SEPT. 29 or in Sunday collections. Place your abortion workers and seen 39 abortion New Life, New Hope, New Begin- donation in an envelope marked “fall facilities close. The campaign focuses nings prayer group will be holding a festival donation.” Food donations may Catechists in-service training set on three components: fervent prayer “Life in the Spirit” first anniversary be placed in the barrel located in the St. In-services for parish and school catechists are being held in each vicariate and fasting, peaceful public witness and celebration at St. Paul the Apostle Paul Parish hall. For more information (region) for training in the use of the new diocesan elementary and high community outreach through the use of Parish in Calumet starting at 3:30 p.m. contact Pat Trudell at (906) 337-1040. school faith formation curricula. Catechists are encouraged to attend the ses- media efforts, advocacy and public vis- Monsignor Michael Steber from St. sion in their own vicariate, but are free to attend any session that works best ibility. This vigil will take place on the Peter Cathedral of Marquette will be the SUNDAY, OCT. 6 for them. There is no charge for the in-service. sidewalk of St. Anne Parish at 817 S. guest speaker. For more information, The 10th annual Ontonagon Life The Diocesan Offices of Faith Formation and Youth Ministry have set up Lincoln Road. For more information, contact the parish office at (906) 337- Chain will be hosted by Ontonagon the following schedule: visit www.40daysforlife.com/escanaba 0810. Christians for Life from 2 to 3 p.m. on Wed., Sept. 25, 6:30-8 p.m. ET, St. Peter Cathedral, Marquette or contact Sue Tackman at (906) 233- the sidewalk at the intersection of U.S. Thurs., Sept. 26, 6-7:30 p.m. CT, Precious Blood, Stephenson 1697 or [email protected]. SEPT. 29 - OCT. 2 45 and Greenland Road. Those who Thurs., Oct. 3, 6-7:30 p.m. CT, Immaculate Conception, Wakefield St. Christopher Parish in Marquette can’t stand for the entire hour of silent Wed., Oct. 9, 6-7:30 p.m. CT, Immaculate Conception, Iron Mountain SEPTEMBER 27-29 will host a parish mission which begins prayer to end abortion are invited to Mon., Oct. 14, 6:30-8 p.m. ET, Resurrection, Hancock A Fourth Degree Exemplification at 7 p.m. each evening. Join Redemp- bring a chair, or stay as long as they can. Tues, Oct. 15, 6-7:30 p.m. ET, Holy Name School, Escanaba ceremony for the Knights of Columbus torist, Father Eugene O'Reilly and allow Official Life Chain signs will be pro- Wed., Oct. 16, 7-8:30 p.m. ET, St. Joseph, Sault Ste. Marie will be held at Marygrove Retreat Cen- Jesus Christ, through the richness of His vided for those who wish to hold them. To register for the in-service, see your local faith formation coordinator or ter in Garden. An overnight retreat fo- word, to love you into fullness of His The Life Chain will be held rain or contact Denise Foye at [email protected] or (906) 227-9130 or cusing on the mission of the Knights life and a deep sense of personal well- shine. In case of lightning, the Life (800) 562-9745, ext. 130. THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 • PAGE 17

CALENDAR FROM P16 TUESDAY, OCT. 29 Tuesdays, from 9:30 am to 4 pm, A fall salad bar luncheon will be First Fridays, from 9:30 to noon for SUNDAY, OCT. 13 hosted at Resurrection Parish in vocations. Sacraments 2013 Immaculate Conception Parish in Menominee from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Gwinn: St. Anthony Parish – Moran will host an autumn dinner The salad bar will include casseroles Mondays from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m., from 4-7 p.m. A drawing will be in- and salads. For more information call concluding with Night Prayer. cluded in the evening. For more in- (906) 863-3405 ext. 10. Houghton: St. Albert the Great formation, contact the parish office University Parish – Tuesdays, from at (906) 643-7671. FALL ADULT FAITH 8 to 9 p.m., St. Ignatius Loyola FORMATION OPPORTUNITIES Parish - Fridays, from 6 to 7 p.m. in Feather Bingo will be hosted at St. Mary Parish in Norway will the side chapel. Precious Blood Parish in Stephenson. offer the study “Created and Re- Iron Mountain: St. Mary & St. Doors will open at 5 p.m., with play deemed” Thursday evenings Sept. Joseph Parish – Perpetual Eucharis- beginning at 6 p.m. Turkeys & chick- 21-Nov. 7 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. tic Adoration is held daily in the ens are among the prizes. The event This study looks at The Theology Adoration Chapel. includes pie, beverage and door of the Body, Blessed Pope John Iron River: St. Agnes Parish – prizes. There is a suggested donation Paul II’s legacy and integrated vi- Wednesdays, following the 8 a.m. of $2. Contact Marie Naffzinger at sion of the human person-body, Mass until 3 p.m. [email protected] or (906) 753- soul and spirit. Ishpeming: St. John the Evan- 2241 for more information. This St. Michael Parish in Marquette gelist Parish – Thursdays, follow- event is sponsored by St. Mary's will host The Bible Timeline: Story ing the 8:30 a.m. Mass and Sanctuary Society. of Salvation, a 24 week study, by concluding with a Rosary prayed at scholar Jeff Cavins. All adults are 7:15 p.m. followed by Benediction. SUNDAY, OCT. 20 welcome. There will be a small On first Thursdays, Fatima prayers FIRST COMMUNION - First Communion second grade St. Jude Parish in White Pine will charge for materials. The 7 to 9 begin at 7 p.m. class members and instructors of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton hold its 22nd annual Harvest Dinner p.m. sessions will take place on the Kingsford: American Martyrs Parish in Bark River are (left to right) Front row: Zachary in St. Martha’s Hall from 4 to 6:30 second Tuesday of each month be- Parish – On second Thursdays, fol- Vandermissen, Emily Robinette, Luke Shiverski, Megan p.m. The turkey dinner is $9 for ginning Sept. 10. For more infor- lowing the 7 a.m. Mass until bene- Mathias, Kassey Labadie, Sarah Kwarciany and Kavin adults, $4 for children 5-10, free for mation, contact Joanne Welsh at diction at 4:50 p.m. Fredrick; Back row: Scott and Bonnie Vandermissen (in- children younger than 5 and in- (906) 226-4574 or Marilyn Keefe Lake Linden: St. Joseph Parish structors), Father Darryl Pepin, Kelley VanLanen (coordina- cludes turkey, mashed potatoes, veg- at (906) 225-1603. – Wednesdays, from 6 to 8 pm, be- tor). (Photo courtesy of Jack Willette) etable, coleslaw, cranberry sauce, St. John Parish in Ishpeming ginning with exposition of the dessert and a beverage. Take-outs will offer True Devotion to Mary Blessed Sacrament and ending with are available. classes beginning Thursday, Sep- benediction. tember 5. St. Louis de Montfort L’Anse: June - August – First American Martyrs Parish in wrote True Devotion to Mary Fridays following 9 a.m. Mass until Kingsford will be having an Annual which teaches us the way to Jesus 12:30 p.m.; September - May Fall Festival in the Parish Hall. Din- is through Mary. The book can be weekly following 9 a.m. Mass until ner will be served from 11 a.m. to 1 studied in preparation of making a 12:30 p.m. p.m. and from 4 to 6 p.m., featuring Consecration to Mary. Sessions Marinette, Wis. (shared with the Famous Chicken Dinner with all will take place from 6-7 p.m. in Menominee parishes): Holy Fam- the trimmings. The cost of the dinner the room on the alley side of ily Parish – Perpetual Eucharistic is adults $8, children age 6-12 $5. church. Contact LeeAnne Sund- Adoration is held in the God the Children 5 and younger are free. berg at (906) 486-4573 or Vicky Father Adoration Chapel. There will be craft items, and baked Ricketts at (906) 486-4376 for Marquette: St. Peter Cathedral goods for sale. There will also be a more information. – Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration big drawing. The Bible Timeline: The Study is held in the side chapel. of Salvation, First Corinthians: St. Louis the King - Tuesdays, THURSDAY, OCT. 24 The Church and the Christian from 1 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 7 p.m., A “Focus on Life” benefit dinner Community and James, Pearls for and Fridays, from 9:30 to 10:30 featuring keynote speaker Arlene An- Wise Living Bible studies will be a.m. St. Michael – fourth Monday zalone will be held at the Alpha offered this fall by the Menominee from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. benedic- Porter School gym in Alpha, Mich. area parishes. Contact the Holy tion. Anzalone, an active parishioner at St. Spirit Parish office, (906)863- Menominee: Menominee Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Bark 5239, or Resurrection Parish of- Catholic Central School – Wednes- FIRST COMMUNION - First Communion third grade River and member of the Diocesan fice, (906) 863-3405 x10, for more days from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m. class members and instructors of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Respect Life Committee, was a sig- information. Moran: Immaculate Conception Parish in Bark River are (left to right) Front row: Gunnar Dlu- natory for Operation Outcry/Silent Parish – Second Saturdays from gas, Esther Oswald, Samantha Seymour, Alaska Peterson, No More, and among the first group EUCHARISTIC ADORATION noon to 6 p.m. Aspen Fredrick, Abigail VanEnkevort, Emily Jorasz and Nick of women to be “Silent No More” in Bark River: St. Elizabeth Ann Munising: Sacred Heart Parish DeGrave; Back row: Scott and Bonnie Vandermissen (in- Washington, D.C. Seton – First Friday monthly, fol- – Tuesdays following the 8 am structors), Father Darryl Pepin, Kelley VanLanen (coordina- Anzalone will speak about her lowing the 8 a.m. Mass until bene- Mass until benediction at 8 p.m. tor). (Photo courtesy of Jack Willette) own experience with abortion 35 diction at noon. Nadeau: St. Bruno Parish – First years ago and its effects, as well as Baraga: St. Ann – Tuesday Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. the hope and healing that is available. evenings, following the 6 p.m. Norway: St. Mary Parish – First This benefit dinner is hosted by the Mass until 7:30 p.m. Fridays from 9:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Iron County Right to Life. The doors Calumet: St. Paul the Apostle Ontonagon: Holy Family Parish will open at 6 p.m. The program will Parish – Fridays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. – Fridays, following the 9 a.m. FIRST COMMUNION – begin at 6:30 p. m. For more infor- (from 2 to 6:30 p.m. on First Fri- Mass until 3 p.m. except First Fri- Kenya McCrum poses after re- mation or to register contact days). day, following the 9 am Mass until ceiving her First Communion Christina Velie at (906) 553-4899 or Caspian: St. Cecilia Parish – the 10 p.m. closing benediction. at St. Francis of Assisi Mission Yolie Buhler at (906) 265-2976. Fridays, following the 8 a.m. Mass (Editor’s note: If your parish has a in Dollar Bay. (Courtesy photo) until noon (until 4:45 p.m. on First regularly-scheduled Eucharistic Adora- SATURDAY, OCT. 26 Fridays). tion time that is not listed, send the city, St. Joseph Parish in Perkins will Escanaba: OSF St. Francis Hos- parish, place and times by e-mail to ed- host a fall bazaar from 11 a.m. to 3 pital – Perpetual Eucharistic Ado- [email protected] or call p.m. Craft tables and a drawing are ration is held daily in the chapel. John Fee at (800) 562-9745 ext. 128 or among the activities. St. Joseph & St. Patrick Parish – (906) 227-9128. PAGE 18 • THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 Immaculate Conception Parish, Wakefield celebrates consecration centennial

CELEBRATION - Parishioners and clergy celebrated the 100th anniversary of the consecration of the Immaculate Conception Church in Wakefield on Sept. 1. According to “Seasons of Faith,” a Catholic church has been in the area since 1886. Father Ben Hasse is pastor of the parish. (Photos courtesy of Gerard Lauzon, North Light Photography)

WORLD NEWS Papal peace vigil draws positive response idols, by selfishness, by our own interests.” in August but have done this year,” one priest said in response Vatican City (CNA) - Pope Francis’ four-hour Saturday, “Can we learn once again to walk and live in the ways of to a telephone survey conducted by the Catholic Bishops' Con- Sept. 7 prayer vigil was part of a “major peace initiative” that is peace?” the Pope asked. “Yes, it is possible for everyone!” ference of England and Wales' Home Mission Desk. receiving a favorable reaction across religious lines, a leading Catholics and others held thousands of similar prayer events One respondent said there is “definitely” an increase in Vatican communications figure has said. around the world in response to the Pope’s Sept. 1 call for a vigil lapsed Catholics seeking to return to religious practice under “Pope Francis wants to keep this issue alive to make sure for “the whole Church.” Pope Francis. everything possible could be done to put an end to the violence, “There are so many conflicts in this world which cause me Another credited a “papal bounce” prompted by Francis’ and not to increase it,” Greg Burke, senior communications ad- great suffering and worry, but in these days my heart is deeply election. viser to the Holy See’s Secretariat of State, said Sept. 7. wounded in particular by what is happening in Syria and an- About 65 percent of respondents to the survey said confes- guished by the dramatic developments which are looming,” sions had increased either because of the impact of Pope Bene- Pope Francis said in St. Peter’s Square on Sept. 1. dict’s September 2010 visit or the election of Pope Francis. Burke said that Pope Francis’ numerous actions show how Thirty percent attributed the increase to the effects of both Popes. important peace is to him. Besides the influence of Benedict XVI and Pope Francis, re- “If you look at the Pope’s tweets, his letter to Putin and the spondents also credited other factors in the increase in confes- G-20, and the diplomatic activity in the course of the week, this sion, such as priests speaking and preaching more about has been a major peace initiative on the part of Pope Francis,” confession, self-examination among the penitents, and changing Burke said before the vigil. “Today he’s asking everyone to join the time confession was offered. in by praying. The Pope will be praying not only for Syria but One participant also reflected on confession’s effects on for peace in the Middle East and the entire world.” those who have not gone in years. The U.S. government has threatened military strikes on Syr- “I think very often those who have been away from the ian government forces, which it blames for a massive chemical sacrament for a long time are very often surprised and delighted weapons attack that killed over 1,400 people. The Syrian conflict to find it such a positive and affirming experience,” the respon- between government and rebel forces has killed more than dent said. 100,000 since March 2011. The survey found increased attendance at some weekday PEACE - The famous Marian icon, “Salus Populi In a Sept. 4 letter to Russian president Vladimir Putin, the and Sunday Masses. Some people have become interested in Romani,” is carried into St. Peter’s Square at the host of the G20 summit in St. Petersburg, Russia, Pope Francis becoming Catholic after Catholic friends and family brought Vatican on Sept. 7 for a prayer vigil held for peace urged world leaders to “overcome the conflicting positions” and them to church. in Syria. (Lauren Cater photos courtesy of Catholic “lay aside the futile pursuit of a military solution.” Bishop Kieran Conry of Arundel and Brighton, who heads News Agency) He said that “one-sided interests” have “hindered the search the England and Wales bishops’ Department for Evangelization “The response has been really positive, not only from for a solution that would have avoided the senseless massacre and Catechesis, has called on every parish to reach out to the Catholics, but from other Christians and non-Christians as well.” now unfolding.” countries’ four million baptized Catholics who rarely or never The prayer vigil drew an estimated 100,000 people to St. attend Mass. Peter’s Square on Saturday evening. They prayed the Rosary with ‘Papal bounce’ credited for increase in British He encouraged practicing Catholics to use materials avail- Pope Francis in the presence of the famous Marian icon “Salus confessions able at their parish church to help them reach out to non-prac- Populi Romani,” the Protectress of the Roman People. Those London, England, (CNA/EWTN News) - Catholic clergy in ticing Catholics. He invited lapsed Catholics to come back to gathered also prayed in adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. England and Wales say more people are going to confession, church and not be “afraid to embarrass themselves by doing the Pope Francis’ remarks at the vigil strongly condemned war. and many credit both Pope Francis’ election and Benedict XVI’s wrong thing.” “We bring about the rebirth of Cain in every act of violence 2010 papal visit for inspiring the trend. He said confession has moved away from having a “mech- and every war. All of us,” he said. “Even today we raise our hand “This summer there has been a marked difference in demand anistic shopping list” approach of listing one's sins and more a against our brother. Even today we let ourselves be guided by compared to last summer...We don’t usually offer confessions way to improve one’s relationship with God. THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 • PAGE 19 The Face of Evangelization Got Mass times? Emmes’ artistry draws people to faith www.dioceseofmarquette.org BY MARGARET STRIPE SACRED HEART “Roy Emmes is an artisan who uses beauty to draw others into the faith,” said Father Michael Chenier, for- RELIGIOUS GOODS mer associate pastor of Resurrection Parish in Menom- + Books + Crucifixes + Rosaries + Cards inee, “and what more effective evangelization is + Wedding Gifts + Devotional Items there?” + Inspirational CDs and DVDs Roy Emmes and his wife, Cindy, are members of (906) 228-4462 Resurrection Parish. They and their son, David, have 419 W. Washington • Marquette lived in Menominee for many years. (Located across from the Ramada Inn) Emmes is employed as a tool designer/manufac- turing engineer at Enstrom Helicopter Corporation. The techniques used in the aircraft industry closely parallel those of woodworking and have taught him the skills he uses in doing projects for others as a part of living his faith. “How can someone more ac- tively live their faith?” asked Emmes. “How can anyone step into a mindset of building faith? It must change from individualism into a persistent desire to serve others and God,” he stated. “I have been for- tunate to attend classes at our parish and improve my understanding of Church doctrine, history, tradition, and the process of ‘faith in action.’ I have learned that faith must be activated, step by step,” he said, “and, by GOOD WORKS - Roy Emmes pauses while making conscious and deliberate decisions, I have working to restore a church pew. The work of grown. Each person must: his hands becomes a tool for evangelization. 1. Start by making a decision to fall in love with (Courtesy of Father Michael Chenier) God. “Learning to do God’s will by ‘faith in action’ has 2. Sacrifice yourself and your time. not come easy for me,” said Emmes. “Selfishness gets 3. Make Jesus your best friend and an active part in the way. The road has been difficult and rocky, but of your daily life. volunteering becomes a habit after awhile. There is a 4. Trust in Jesus and pray often. thirst for God out there!” 5. Use your talents and skills to Emmes volunteers at St. serve Him through your neighbor and Vincent de Paul by way of the church, and home visits, which he says, are 6. Learn to do His will.” a good way to evangelize. His volunteering has included the design and building of several pieces of furniture for Resur- rection Church as well as edu- Juke Box Memories IV cational items for the Catholic school. It is all a labor of love. St. Mary Queen of Peace Church “Years ago I attended sev- eral cabinetmaking classes, in Kingsford will be performing a fourth and slowly I improved my musical in the series entitled “Juke Box Memories.” ability. With the gift of pa- This brand new show will feature music made tience and those skills, I found a famous by these greats: way to put my faith into action. I do the best I can and I do it for God.” Etta James, Bodie Stevens, The Big Bopper, “I’ve been so thankful to Roy,” Guy Mitchell, Gale Garnett, The Chordettes, said Fr. Chenier, “for his willingness Elvis, Marilyn Monroe and much, much more! and generosity in using his talents for the church. I’m amazed at his Kingsford High School Auditorium ability to work with metal and stone, September 27th & 28th at 7pm as well as wood. He donates all the September 29th at 2pm materials he uses, and the work he does is amazing. It is truly a gift October 4th & 5th at 7pm from God. Roy is the sort of carpen- October 6th at 2pm ter I would imagine St. Joseph to be: both gentle and skilled, devout and Cost: $10 per adult, Child $7 & under 5 yrs is free. diligent, producing beautiful crafts- Tickets available at St. Mary Queen of Peace manship.” CHURCH TIME - A perpetual liturgical calendar is one of the or at the door of the Kingsford High School items fashioned by Roy Emmes. Small color-coded blocks of Evangelization is becoming the wood keep up the the Church’s seasons. (Courtesy of Father hands and heart of Christ by what Auditorium in Kingsford. Michael Chenier) we do for others. This is great entertainment for the entire family! PAGE 20 • THE U.P. CATHOLIC • FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2013 to the Lord and the Catholic guished Vincentians in 1999. He CSA FROM P1 Church. The posthumous award was also a member of the Third commemorative medallion at a was presented to Chouinard’s old- Order of St. Francis for 53 years, Mass at her home parish, in the est son, Lawrence Jr., by Fr. Do- the Knights of Columbus for 55 presence of her parish pastor, Fr. brzenski at a recent Mass he years, and St. Francis Hospital Jose Maramattam, family and celebrated at Holy Family Parish. Auxiliary for 12 years. He was in- friends. Following the Mass, she Fr. John Longbucco, parish pastor, volved in prison ministry, visiting was honored at a reception where concelebrated. Friends and family prisoners every Sunday morning friends and family gathered to cel- members of Chouinard gathered for 16 years. He loved growing his ebrate her. Benoit was grateful for a luncheon in his honor fol- own garden and sharing the fruits and humbled to receive the award. lowing the award presentation. of his labor. He visited the sick in In thanking her parish family for Lawrence Chouinard Sr. was their homes and in the hospital, their support, she said, “I am born in 1913, the oldest of six gave rides to those in need, pro- proud to be Catholic. I do what I children. He worked in the woods vided haircuts to the homebound, do because I’m Catholic… God and on the family farm, and then and donated his tips to the poor. brought us together to do great at the Escanaba Paper Mill where Chouinard is remembered as a SAULT STE. MARIE - Josie Benoit of St. Joseph Parish, Sault things, and we are.” he worked for 44 years before re- dedicated Christian who enjoyed Ste. Marie, received a 2013 Legacy of Faith Catholic Service Award The late Lawrence Chouinard tiring in 1975 as a carpenter fore- serving his church and helping from Father Francis Dobrzenski, diocesan administrator, on Aug. Sr. of Holy Family Parish in Flat man. He married the former others that were less fortunate 10, 2013. Benoit is pictured with her husband, Richard and son Rock was also recognized with a Fernant Bussineau and together than him. Jared. Not pictured is Benoit’s son, Gary, who lives and works in Catholic Service Award in honor they raised 13 children. Following The Catholic Service Award is a Cleveland. (Terri Gadzinski photo) of his outstanding life of service a life-changing Catholic retreat program of Legacy of Faith, which early in his marriage, Chouinard is the campaign to build the Endow- became a very devout Catholic ment Foundation of the Diocese of whose life and example influ- Marquette. The award was created enced many. in 2006 in the spirit and intent of the Chouinard was a charter mem- endowment to preserve and foster ber of the Escanaba Conference of the Catholic faith in the Upper St. Vincent de Paul, and remained Peninsula. Nominations for the an- an active volunteer for nearly 50 nual award are due by May 1 of each years, until shortly before his year. For more information, contact death at age 97. He received the Terri Gadzinski at (906) 227-9108 Ozanam Top Hat Award for distin- or visit www.LegacyOfFaith.net. The following is a prayer written by Lawrence Chouinard Sr. that he prayed daily:

Good Morning, Lord FLAT ROCK - A 2013 Legacy of Faith Catholic Service Award was presented posthumously to Lawrence Chouinard Sr. of Holy Family Parish in Gladstone on Aug. 18, 2013 by Father Francis Do- Thank you, Lord, for being able to sleep and for my rest, my health, brzenski, diocesan administrator. Pictured (left to right), along with Father John Longbucco, pastor my courage and happiness. of Holy Family Parish, and Father Dobrzenski are five of Lawrence Sr. and Fernant Chouinard’s 13 Thank you, Lord, for the air I breathe, the water I drink, sunshine, children: Sharon Stangel, Jim Chouinard, Father Longbucco, Lawrence Chouinard Jr., Father Do- rain and the weather you’ve given me. brzenski, Cherese Sovey and Janice Roberts. The Chouinards’ other children are Mary Ann Gascon Thank you, Lord, for my hands, my feet and my back, so I can do (deceased), Robert Chouinard, Dennis Chouinard, Sandra Watjen, Raymond Chouinard, Gary the work I need to do. Chouinard, Thomas Chouinard and Terri Hudson. (John Fee photo) Thank you, Lord, for my tongue, so I can speak; my eyes, so I can see; my ears, so I can hear; my nose, so I can smell; and my mind that I can think. Thank you, Lord, for all the food you told me to use, so I can be healthy in mind, in body and spirit. Also, the clothes, home, car and the money you’ve given me to use. That and everything else I don’t even realize. Thank you, Lord, for my family and all the people I’m in contact with. Thank you, Lord, for the privilege to help the poor and the missions. Thank you, Lord, for the privilege to be your servant and whatever you need me for. Thank you, Lord, for teaching me how to read, so I can read your Scripture and understand your word. Thank you, Lord, for all you went through for the people and for me, so I can be saved from sin and for rescuing me from temptation surrounding me. Thank you, Jesus, for teaching me and showing me the way and making me a better person, so I can bring more people to you, not only for me. Amen.

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