On the solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the The Catholic Moment Universe, Page 2 Serving the Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana Volume 74, Number 42 November 25, 2018

“Devoted” high school event California High school youth and adult leaders from across the bishops urge Lafayette diocese came together on Nov. 18 for prayers, aid “Devoted,” an event spon- sored by the diocesan Office of Catechesis. The one-day for victims event included music, “TED Talk”-style presentations, of wildfires opportunities for parish group activities, time for By Catholic News Service Eucharistic adoration, the cel- ebration of Mass and much SACRAMENTO, Calif. more. A total of 230 youth (CNS) — By midday Nov. and adult leaders attended 16, firefighters had gained the gathering, which was held more ground in trying to at Central Catholic Junior- contain the Camp Fire in Senior High School in California, which is north of Lafayette. (Photo by Bob Sacramento and one of the Nichols) deadliest blazes in the state. The same day in southern More photos, Page 8. California, more residents displaced by Woolsey Fire near Los Angeles were being allowed to return to their homes. Indiana families welcome French exchange students Both fires started Nov. 8. Fueled by low humidity and By Kerin Buntin sign along U.S. Route 150 in Guerin into action by open- ed to the opportunity to strong winds, the Camp Fire For The Catholic Moment her honor. ing their hearts and their share their faith. had destroyed more than She is the co-patron of the homes to “Inspired Gate- The Cramers were the 11,000 buildings across more France and America have Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indi- ways” French Catholic first French Catholic host than 140,000 acres by Nov. a strong and profound histo- ana and her words might be exchange students. family in Central Catholic 16. The entire population of ry of friendship, particularly more prevalent today than The primary role of a host history. Paradise, about 30,000, was in Indiana. ever before: “Love the chil- family is to share the Because they hosted for- forced to evacuate Nov. 9; the St. Theodore Guerin was dren first, then teach them.” Catholic faith with the next eign exchange students pre- town was destroyed. Dozens born in France in 1798, laid Some northcentral Indi- generation of leaders, and to viously, and had traveled to have been killed and at least to rest in Indiana in 1856 and ana families whose children be willing to discover com- visit their older son who 631 people are missing. canonized in 2006. attend St. Theodore Guerin mon values and history that studied at Harlaxton College “The tremendous loss The first and only Indiana High School in Noblesville bring prominence to the Uni- in Grantham, England, they from the Camp Fire rav- has numerous name- and Central Catholic Junior- versal Church. wanted to provide a unique aging parts of the diocese is sake schools, patronages, Senior High School in and Teresa Cramer, opportunity for their devastating,” said Bishop tributes and awards, includ- Lafayette have put the parishioners of St. Lawrence Jaime Soto of Sacramento. ing a memorial highway words of St. Theodore Church, Lafayette, respond- (Continued on Page 9) (Continued on Page 10)

Holy Hour of Healing and Reparation

All are invited to join Bishop Timothy L. Doherty at 5:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 30, for a Holy Hour of Healing and Reparation at the Cathe- dral of St. Mary of the . The opportunity for confes- sions will be available from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Page 2 The Catholic Moment November 25, 2018 Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe; a word of thanks

stronomy presented Pius’ encyclical letter Quas primas of the McCarrick scandal, to increase November 25 Pius XI with a much smaller teaches a perspective that remains the role of laity in investigating any Our Lord Jesus Christ, universe in 1925. He was not valid today. “Truly the principal aim of sexual or harassment behavior of bish- A King of the Universe talking about science, but the moral this reign is spiritual and pertains to ops, and to recommit to continuous Cycle B Readings: trajectory of his times. What spiritual things ... His kingdom improvement in all matters related to some people call “populism” is not of this world (John the protection of children. today had produced tyrants 18:36) ... in opposition to the 1) Daniel 7:13-14 whose followers would kill reign of Satan and the powers • • • 2) Revelation 1:5-8 almost too many people to of darkness (regno Satanae et 3) Gospel: John 18:33b-37 count. This pope, among oth- potestati tenebrum).” It is in the You may not see this until after ers, could sense that rising nature of Christ’s role that he Thanksgiving Day. Our family will Monday, Nov. 26 have gathered, but in several locations. powers were turning govern- lead us to participate in his 1) Revelation 14:1-3, 4b-5 ments into masters, not ser- kingdom, now and forever. As I was getting ready to travel, I 2) Gospel: Luke 21:1-4 vants. thought of events and people that I Ninety-three years ago, that • • • would carry in my heart as we prayed Tuesday, Nov. 27 pope decided that the last Sun- before the meal. Last month, we com- 1) Revelation 14:14-19 day of the Church year should Bishop Yes, I was at the bishops’ miserated over losing someone who 2) Gospel: Luke 21:5-11 remind us of the one prophet Timothy L. meetings in Baltimore, but had a role in our holiday dinners. Dor- and teacher, the now-risen cre- Doherty came home before the voting cas B. Reilly died on Oct. 15 in Cam- ator and rightful exemplar of and elections. Some very good den, N.J. In 1955, she worked in the Wednesday, Nov. 28 all human good: Jesus Christ. things were happening, and Campbell Soup Company test kitchen 1) Revelation 15:1-4 So this liturgical “topping off” of our some less than helpful moments and invented the green-bean casserole 2) Gospel: Luke 21:12-19 year remains just as valid today, recall- crowded in. People are curious to with the crunchy fried onions on top. ing us from whatever distracts from know what was happening, but I think At this writing, I cannot tell you which Thursday, Nov. 29 Christ’s moral claim on all creation. it was like the 1960s — if you weren’t brother-in-law will have proposed a 1) Revelation 18:1-2, 21- And his deserving of first place in our there, I can’t explain it. Resolve toast in her memory. 23; 19:1-3, 9a minds, wills and hearts. remains very high to get to the bottom 2) Gospel: Luke 21:20-28

Friday, Nov. 30 Saint Meinrad Seminary Meinrad. The service, titled first floor of St. Gregory 1) Romans 10:9-18 and PEOPLE & “From Eden to Heaven: Hall. Parking will be avail- 2) Gospel: Matthew 4:18- School The Story of Salvation,” able in the Guest House 22 of The- PLACES tells the story of the and student parking lots. ology redemption of mankind by For more information, con- Saturday, Dec. 1 and the alternating Scripture read- tact Mary Jeanne Schu- 1) Revelation 22:1-7 Saint ings and singing hymns macher during business 2) Gospel: Luke 21:34-36 Meinrad and carols. The service is hours at 812-357-6501. For commu- expected to last an hour updates on the day of the The texts of Scripture nity will and 15 minutes and is free performance, call 812-357- readings for the Mass present CST Sunday, Dec. 9, in the and open to the public. A 6611. for every day of the an Advent lessons and school’s St. Thomas reception will follow in the week are linked to the carols service at 7 p.m. Aquinas Chapel in St. Heritage Gallery on the diocesan Web site at www.dol-in.org.

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Upcoming events and retreats at Saint Retreat & Conference Center

Advent Day of Reflection conference topics will held from 7 p.m. Friday, Do you struggle with bal- include lectio divina, Litur- Dec. 14, to 3 p.m. Sunday, ancing the Advent season of gy of the Hours, and the Dec. 16. joyful waiting with respon- spirituality of work. The weekend will sibilities for the holidays? Amenities will include a include Mass, holy hour, Get away from the hustle comfortable, full-service conferences on prayer, and and bustle and spend some room and seven meals. plenty of quiet time to time in hopeful anticipation day room and lunch. This retreat that will allow you Cost is $185 per person. reflect on the Scriptures. of Jesus’ birth. retreat is available for men to experience the basic life This retreat is available for Amenities will include a This retreat will be held and women age 19 and of a monastic and to live men and women age 19 comfortable, full-service from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. older. Register before Dec. the Benedictine motto Ora and older. Register before room and five meals. Monday, Dec. 10. The day 6 by contacting Samir Azer et Labora. Dec. 4 by contacting Samir (Please have dinner prior will include conferences on at 765-551-9570 or e-mail The retreat will be held Azer at 765-551-9570 or e- to checking in.) balancing Advent and holi- [email protected]. Visit from 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. mail [email protected]. Visit Cost is $170 per person. day activities and the use www.stjosephretreat.org 11, to 3 p.m. Thursday, Dec. www.stjosephretreat.org This retreat is available for of Advent music to foster for more information. 13. The three days will for more information. men age 19 and older. Reg- the spirit of anticipation. include living by a monas- ister before Dec. 7 by con- Time for prayer and reflec- “Three Days in the Life tic schedule that will Men’s Silent Retreat tacting Samir Azer at 765- tion, Mass and lunch will of a Monk or Nun” include time for Mass, Come and enjoy a week- 551-9570 or sazer@dol-in. fill out the day. Have you ever won- Liturgy of the Hours, pri- end experience of the won- org. Visit www.stjoseph Cost is $40 per person, dered what life in a vate prayer and meals, as der of silence and Scrip- retreat.org for more infor- which includes a single monastery is like? Here is a well as work periods. Daily ture. This retreat will be mation.

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Guest column Advent readiness: ‘Failing to prepare is preparing to fail’

By Father Thomas J. Haan Church (paragraph 524) help- the Advent season, includ- Chaplain fully points out that there is ing Sts. , Guerin Catholic High School a two-fold dimension to our Nicholas, , Juan preparations. Diego, Lucy and John of the he season of Advent is We certainly get ready for Cross, as well as the feasts of soon to arrive, which Christmas, which commem- the Immaculate Conception T may be slightly orates Christ’s first coming and Our Lady of Guadalupe. redundant, as the word at his Incarnation, but it is • Plan how your Christ- “advent” comes from the also a time to direct our mas cards can be a tool of Latin adventus meaning hearts and minds to the real- evangelization and be “arrival” or “approach.” In ity of Christ’s definitive Christ-centered, rather than other words, the approach is coming at the end of time. a secular greeting or a family approaching! The season of That we can even renew our brag session. Christ’s arrival is arriving! “ardent desire” for that com- • On a similar note, plan Most of us know that this ing. How we prepare for who you will invite to join liturgical season, marked by Advent really does matter. you for Mass this year. Many its violet vestments and can- What should your prepa- people drift away from the dles, is a designated time of ration for Advent’s prep sea- sacraments, and Advent is a preparation. We should get son look like? Here are a few beautiful time to encourage ready for this great suggestions on how them back home. season! to plan your Advent • You probably already But, if preparing ahead of time. have some social gatherings for Advent is really • Obtain the daily on your calendar, so prepare preparing to prepare Mass readings for how you will enjoy those ... doesn’t that seem Advent. A hard copy affairs. How can you a bit much? A little like Magnificat or The approach conversations to overkill, maybe? Not Word Among Us or an (CNS file photo/Lisa Johnston, St. Louis Review) lead others in grace and when you think electronic version, truth, rather than gossip or about a mother mak- Father Haan such as a smart- out this crucial sacrament. provide bedding when he complaining? How can I ing a grocery list phone app like • Each home should have arrives on Christmas day. spiritually prepare to ensure before she prepares her fam- iBreviary, will provide a an Advent wreath, but also • On a similar note, plan I will not overindulge in ily’s Thanksgiving dinner. great resource for daily find rich prayers for lighting which day your family will food or drink? Not when you think about a prayer and meditation. The the candles each day. This gather extra clothes, toys These are just some hum- football coach watching film Church’s selections are high- also implies that the family and other possessions to ble suggestions. before making his plans for ly strategic! gathers each night for this give to charity. Whether you want to that week’s practices to pre- • Determine which day simple ritual. Plan for it! • Sanctify the tradition of attribute this headline to pare for their opponent. Not each week you plan to • Research some prayers decorating the Christmas founding father Benjamin when you think of a priest attend weekday Mass (if to go along with the arrange- tree by utilizing the family Franklin, or legendary gathering his resources possible). There is no better ment and display of your Christmas tree blessing UCLA coach (and Purdue before sitting down to pre- way to increase our desire home’s Nativity scene. found on the U.S. bishops’ All-American) John Wood- pare a homily. for Christ’s coming than by • Corporal works of Web site: www.usccb.org. en, there’s little denying its If an end goal has any sig- eagerly receiving him at his mercy should be a hallmark • Plan how to bring Christ truth. nificance to us, our prepara- coming to us in the of each Christian’s life, but into your little interactions at If Christmas sneaks up on tion must be strategic. In Eucharist. Advent seems a particularly the department store or gro- us and we are left to wonder some ways, we can deter- • Mark your calendar for apt time for these actions. cery store. Simple phrases how Advent slipped mine how much something when you will go to confes- Research these seven deeds, like “God bless you” or sim- through our grasp, it will matters to us by examining sion at an Advent penance and discuss as a family ply “Merry Christmas” is most likely be because we our care in the preparation. service near you. Clear out which ones you will under- much more substantial than failed to prepare our prepa- In reality, our Advent the filth from the manger of take. An idea especially for the more secular alterna- rations. preparations are not merely your souls, and make room young people: Prepare strips tives. A blessed Advent to each to assist us in having a fan- for the grace of the Christ of paper where your family • Mark your calendar and of you. tastic Christmas morning. child! It is extremely difficult can write works of mercy plan how to celebrate the The Catechism of the Catholic to have a good Advent with- and place in Christ’s crib to feast days of saints within

Tipton native Sister Dorothy Ann Gall, CSJ, dies at the age of 97 KALAMAZOO, Mich. — Joseph of Tipton in Decem- in Kokomo. After two years sity-Purdue University in Among her other min- Sister Dorothy Ann Gall, 97, ber 1940. serving at Mercy Hospital in Indianapolis to earn her istries, Sister Dorothy also a member of the Congrega- She received the name Sis- Elwood, she attend St. Mary master’s degree in nursing served for four years as pres- tion of St. Joseph, ter Aloysia at her College in Notre Dame, from the Indiana University ident of the Sisters of St. died Nov. 15. reception on July 2, where she earned her bache- School of Nursing in Indi- Joseph of Tipton. Born July 26, 1921, 1941, later returning lor’s degree in nursing. anapolis. In November 2012, she in Tipton, Ind., to her baptismal For the next 17 years, Sis- She later took part in a moved from the Tipton cen- Dorothy Ann Gall name. She pro- ter Dorothy instructed nurs- home health residency pro- ter to another home, was the second old- nounced first vows ing students in the Holy gram that led her to being a Nazareth Center in Kalama- est of 10 children on July 2, 1943, and Cross School of Nursing at visiting/public health nurse zoo, Mich. born to Albert and final vows on July 2, St. Joseph Hospital in Koko- in New Castle. A Mass of Christian Burial Lillian (Peters) Gall. 1946. mo. From there, Sister was celebrated Nov. 19 in the She was a member Sister Dorothy Sister Dorothy From Kokomo, she joined Dorothy felt called to assist Holy Family Chapel in of St. John the Bap- Ann Gall experienced the call the nursing staff at St. in the nursing care at her Nazareth, Mich. tist Parish in Tipton to become a nurse Charles Hospital in Bend, own community’s infirmary when she entered the con- and graduated from Good Ore., and two years later, she at the St. Joseph Center in Information provided by the gregation of the Sisters of St. Samaritan School of Nursing returned to Indiana Univer- Tipton. Congregation of St. Joseph. November 25, 2018 The Catholic Moment Page 5 From early days to today, ‘catholic’ a mark of the Church

n previous articles we worked for centuries and The early Church spread German or French. Catholic examined two of the was very popular. Then, belief in Jesus very widely in means worldwide, exclud- I four characteristics of A Moment along came the Christians. the first-century world and ing no one and admitting the Church which Jesus Our spiritual ancestors upset people could no longer be anyone who believes in established, namely its unity with this entire accommodation. identified as belonging to a Jesus and accepts his teach- and holiness. There is a third Monsignor First, like the Jewish peo- particular nationality simply ing and salvation. In him we mark of the original Church ple, followers of Jesus would by their primary worship. are universal and whole. — catholic. We need to take worship only the one true Not only people of Jewish As we have seen in the this third characteristic seri- BY MSGR. JOHN DUNCAN God, first manifested in the descent, but also Italians, first article in this series on ously. Hebrew Scriptures and then Greeks, Egyptians, barbar- the marks of the Church, the In the first century when more fully revealed in the ians of many tribes now Church is, as Jesus intended, Jesus established the Church for example, Romans all New Testament books of the were Christian. one. We are united to Jesus in all the cultures of the worshipped Jupiter and Christian Church. They In order to resolve this by the leaders of those pro- ancient world, political, eth- Greeks all worshipped Zeus. refused to worship any problem, in the second cen- fessing this belief. Locally, nic and religious realities Similarly, Egyptians wor- pagan deities. Jesus had sent tury pagans began to identi- these are the bishops. Bish- were all fused into one. shipped Isis and Teutonic his Apostles, his first priests fy these Christians of vary- ops are united together by There was no such thing as a tribes worshipped Thor. and bishops, to convert the ing racial and national back- communion with the Bishop separation of the political In addition to these major whole world (Matthew grounds as Catholic. This of Rome, the pope who suc- government and religion of pagan deities, these peoples, 28:19-20). term comes from a Greek ceeds St. Peter, the first pope any kind. This proved to be a as well as many others, wor- Second, this problem was word meaning universal. of the Church, Bishop of major reason for the persecu- shipped a variety of local further compounded when This Greek word in turn Rome and Representative or tions of the Christians in the gods and goddesses. early in our history the came from another Greek Vicar of Jesus. We go a long Roman Empire during the Fortunately, the Jewish Christians very soon accept- word which means whole. way back and reach out to first and second centuries. people worshipped only one ed converts to Jesus not only We are still called Catholic eternity. This is difficult for mod- God, Yahweh, the true and from the Jews, but from all today. After 19 centuries, this ern people to grasp or appre- only God. He was manifest- races and nationalities. This term has endured. So has its Msgr. John Duncan has been ciate since our culture today ed in the Hebrew Bible, the led to massive confusion on meaning. a priest of the Lafayette diocese is so very different. Old Testament. the part of the first-century The is for more than 58 years. During the first century, This arrangement had pagans. not primarily Italian or Irish,

House blessing of Habitat for Humanity “Catholic Build” in Lafayette

A house blessing was cele- brated Nov. 18 for the ninth biennial Habitat for Humanity “Catholic Build” in Lafayette. Members from the six parish- es in Lafayette and West Lafayette participated in the build. Above left: Jessica Gualajara receives the keys to her new house. Above right: Father Dominic Petan offers the opening prayer. Left: Vol- unteer Dave Link is honored by Cindy Taylor, development associate at Habitat for Humanity Lafayette. Link is celebrating his 20th year as a Habitat volunteer and his ninth year overseeing volun- teers for the “Catholic Build.” (Photos by Bob Nichols) Page 6 The Catholic Moment November 25, 2018

HAPPENING ... IN THE DIOCESE OF LAFAYETTE-IN-INDIANA

Contributions to “Happening friends of deceased Knights the evenings which are mas Story in Scripture and ... in the Diocese of Lafayette- from councils Lafayette 456, designed to help us situate Song” at 3 p.m. Sunday, in-Indiana” are most welcome. Crawfordsville 1591, Christ in the Christmas sea- Dec. 2. The concert will Send items in writing to: P.O. Blessed Sacrament 8056, son. For more information, include Scripture readings, Box 1603, Lafayette, IN 47902 Otterbein/Oxford 9400, Pur- e-mail Anne Roat at musical performances, and or e-mail: [email protected]. due 15144 and Assembly [email protected]. prayer. The songs will Please send information at 249 are invited to attend. include standards such as least two weeks before the Those attending should Christmas bazaar “What Child Is This,” event to ensure timely notice. park behind the Catholic FOWLER — Sacred Heart “Hark! The Herald Angels The listing is free. Pastoral Center near the School will hold its 37th Sing,” “I Wonder as I Wan- chapel and enter at Door 15. annual Christmas bazaar der,” “Joy to the World” Rosary for healing A reception with refresh- from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Satur- and “O Holy Night.” The in the Church ments will be held follow- day, Dec. 1, at the school, program will be led by WEST LAFAYETTE — All ing the Mass. E-mail Brian 607 N. Washington St. in Father Dominic Petan and are invited to join in praying Knowles at knowlesy19@ Fowler. The event will fea- performed by parishioners the luminous mysteries of yahoo.com if you will be ture craft vendors, bake of All Saints; prayers will be the rosary each Thursday attending or have any ques- sale, coffee shop, Kids Cor- led by Father Jeffrey Martin. for the intention of healing Notice tions. ner for young shoppers, raf- Scriptural readings will be in the Church. The rosary fles and more. All are wel- given by Jeremy Hall. will be prayed beginning The story of the Child Jesus come to attend. Stephen Roger Kitts II, around noon (after the 11:30 On Monday, Nov. 26, LAFAYETTE — The Cathe- tenor, and Todd Miller, bari- a.m. Mass) at St. Thomas all clergy of the Diocese dral of St. Mary of the Las Posadas tone, will perform the musi- Aquinas Church. of Lafayette-in-Indiana Immaculate Conception will WEST LAFAYETTE — All cal selections and accompa- will attend an all-day host five evenings devoted are invited to join St. niment will be provided by Breakfast planning and visioning to the story of the Child Parish on Bowen, Ned Boyd RENSSELAER — The meeting. Jesus. “The Infancy Narra- Saturday, Dec. 1, for a fes- and Kimberly Rozzi Bowen. Knights of Columbus will In an effort to be more tives: Jesus of Nazareth,” tive Mexican Christmas tra- The concert is free and open host an all-you-care-to-eat forward-looking, Bishop written by Pope Benedict dition, Las Posadas, in to the public. A free-will breakfast from 8 a.m. to XVI, will be used to delve which participants remem- offering will be collected. A Timothy L. Doherty will 11:30 a.m. CST Sunday, Nov. into the Gospels of Matthew ber and accompany Mary reception will be held after 25, at the Knights hall at 325 be pulling all priests of and Luke. Bishop Timothy and Joseph on their way to the program. E. Vine St. Carry-outs will the diocese together for L. Doherty will kick off the Bethlehem. The celebration be available. All are wel- discussions and conver- series at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, will begin with Mass in Eucharistic adoration come to attend. sations that will help the Nov. 29. On Thursday, Dec. Spanish at 5:30 p.m., fol- DEMOTTE — All are invit- diocese map out a 6, Father Kyle Neterer will lowed by Las Posadas in ed to join in Eucharistic Memorial Mass/ strategic plan and vision discuss the Annunciation. Newman Hall. The event adoration from 7 p.m. to 8 Knights of Columbus for the next five to 10 On Thursday, Dec. 13, will include tamales, music, p.m. Friday, Dec. 7, at St. LAFAYETTE — Fourth- years. Father Dominic Petan will piñatas and more. For more Cecilia Church, 334 15th St. degree Knights of Colum- This meeting is present a session on the information, e-mail David SW. Refreshments and the bus Assembly 249 will host required for priests, and birth of Jesus. On Thursday, Miranda at david@boiler opportunity for conversa- a Memorial Mass for all Dec. 20, Deacon Joe Porem- catholics.org. Those interest- tion will follow. The deacons are invited to Knights of Columbus mem- ski will facilitate an evening ed in volunteering to bring evening is sponsored by St. bers who have died in the attend if there is no con- focusing on the visit of the a food dish may sign up Cecilia’s Young Adults. past year. The Mass will be flict with their profession- Wise Men and the flight into online at https://tinyurl. celebrated at 7 p.m. al obligations. Egypt. On Thursday, Jan. 10, com/yd8oaasu Wednesday, Nov. 28, in the the series will finish with a chapel at Central Catholic session led by Anne Roat on Concert for Christmas Junior-Senior High School. Higi, Father Paul Graf and the finding of Jesus in the LOGANSPORT — All Celebrants will include Father Andrew DeKeyser. Temple. Everyone is invited Saints Parish will present Bishop Emeritus William L. All family members and to attend any or all five of “O Holy Night: The Christ-

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HAPPENING ... IN THE DIOCESE OF LAFAYETTE-IN-INDIANA

Parish mission and 40 the Franciscan Healthy fourth annual “Cassock diocesan Office of Cate- Hours devotion Living Center, located in Classic” basketball game, chesis, will be held from MUNCIE — St. Mary the Lafayette Heart Insti- featuring priests and 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Parish invites all to tute Building, 1116 N. seminarians of the Feb. 2, at St. Elizabeth attend its annual parish 16th St. The club is a pro- Lafayette diocese, on Seton Church. The event mission and 40 Hours gram of the American Thursday, Dec. 27, at St. is open to all sixth- devotion on Sunday, Dec. Lung Association and is Theodore Guerin High through eighth-grade stu- 2, through Thursday, open to all patients and School. The event is pre- dents, chaperones, youth Dec. 6. Mission talks will community members sented by the Frassati leaders and priests. The be presented at 7 p.m. who have COPD, lung Society of Young Adult mission of this one-day Sunday through Tuesday diseases, asthma, emphy- Catholics. Doors will event of faith is to pro- by Father Jonathan sema, chronic bronchitis open at 5:30 p.m., with vide young teens with Meyer, MA, STB. The or other respiratory tip-off at 6:30 p.m. Cost is opportunities to theme for the mission issues. Registration for $5 per person or $20 per encounter Jesus and his will be “Total Surrender.” the luncheon is encour- family. Tickets may be Church and engage with Join in Eucharistic adora- aged; call 765-428-5850. purchased at the door. the relevant and power- tion from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. ful Gospel message. The each day. The opportuni- “Advent on Tap” Save the date/ day will include dynamic ty for confession also will ZIONSVILLE — In Indiana March for Life speakers, kerygmatic be offered daily; visit preparation for the The Diocese of Lafayette- preaching, fun and www.stmarymuncie.org Christmas season, young in-Indiana, the Archdio- engaging games, oppor- for a complete schedule. adults ages 21 to 35 are cese of Indianapolis and tunities to enter into deep For more information, invited to attend an Right to Life of Indi- prayer including Mass, call the parish office at “Advent on Tap” anapolis invite all to join and a call to make the 765-288-5308. Father evening beginning at 7 a “Vigil for Life” on Jan. decision to move closer Meyer was ordained a p.m. Friday, Dec. 14, at 21, 2019, and the Indiana to Jesus. For more infor- priest in 2003 and served Granite City Brewery, March for Life on Jan. 22, mation, contact Paul as director of youth and located at 150 W. 96th St. 2019, in Indianapolis. The Sifuentes at young adult ministry for in Indianapolis. The events will include a [email protected] or the Archdiocese of Indi- event is being sponsored youth rally with a night 765-269-4654. anapolis for five years. by the SANCTUS Young of worship and a keynote He also has served at Adult and Young Family speaker at St. John the WorldWide Marriage several parishes, includ- Ministry at St. Alphonsus Evangelist Church begin- Encounter ing Our Lady of the Liguori Parish in ning at 7 p.m. Jan. 21. Married couples in the Greenwood, St. Luke Zionsville. Featured Mass will be celebrated Lafayette diocese and Catholic Church, the speaker will be Dr. Chris by Archbishop Charles C. Indianapolis area are three parish communities Baglow from Notre Thompson and Bishop invited to restore, renew of St. Joseph, St. Ann and Dame Seminary in New Timothy L. Doherty at and rekindle their mar- St. Mary in Jennings Orleans. For more infor- 12:10 p.m. Jan. 22 at St. riages through Marriage County, and All Saints in mation, contact Heidi Encounter Weekends and Dearborn County, where Radabaugh at Church, followed by a Sharing Circles. Visit he is currently pastor. hradabaugh@ march to the state capitol. www.wwme.org to apply. zionsvillecatholic.com or Upcoming weekends to “Better Breathers Club” 317-873-2885, ext. 511. Save the date/ be held in Indianapolis LAFAYETTE — The “Bet- ”Encounter” include April 26-28, 2019. ter Breathers Club” will “Cassock Classic” middle school event hold its holiday luncheon basketball game CARMEL — “Encounter: from 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. NOBLESVILLE — All are A Catholic Middle School Kids’ Page on Page 16 Wednesday, Dec. 12, at invited to attend the Event,” hosted by the

Women who have had an Las mujeres que han tenido abortion often struggle un aborto a menudo luchan with questions: con preguntas como: Can God ever forgive ¿Podrá Dios perdonarme? me? Can my child forgive ¿Podrá perdonarme mi hijo? me? Can I ever forgive ¿Podré perdonarme myself? Will this horrible a mí misma? pain ever go away? ¿Alguna vez se acabará este Is healing possible? Marriage: terrible dolor? Unique for a Reason ¿Es posible la sanación? Project Rachel proclaims Dive in deep to the that the answer to all El Proyecto Raquel dice que Church’s teaching and these questions is YES. la respuesta a todas estas preguntas es SÍ. join the conversation Copyright artwork courtesy of Beverly A. Stautz Copyright artwork courtesy of Beverly Respect Life Program and the U.S. bishops’ Copyright artwork courtesy of Beverly A. Stautz Copyright artwork courtesy of Beverly Respect Life Program and the U.S. bishops’ about marriage, children, Call Project Rachel Llame al Proyecto Raquel society and more. www.marriage 765-414-3072 (English) 765-414-3072 (inglés) uniqueforareason.org 765-701-0620 (Spanish) 765-701-0620 (español)

Project Rachel is the Church’s healing ministry to those El Proyecto Raquel es el ministerio de la Iglesia de sanación who have been involved in abortion. para quienes han estado involucrados en el aborto. All calls are confidential. Todas las llamadas son confidenciales. Page 8 The Catholic Moment November 25, 2018

“Devoted” high school event

Above left: Adult leaders and chaperones were invited on stage for a con- Eckrich (right) led the game. Above right is musician and singer P.J. test based on pop culture, much to the delight of the youth. Emcee Julia Anderson.

“Devoted,” an event sponsored by the diocesan Office of Catech- esis, brought together 230 high school youth and adult leaders from across the Lafayette diocese. At left is Paul Sifuentes, dioce- san youth and young adult forma- tion specialist. At right is one of the day’s guest speak- ers, Father Coady Owens, associate pastor of Holy Spirit Parish in Fishers.

Photos by Bob Nichols

Above left: Halle Richey and Payton Williams from Benton County Life- nandez and Christian Rappurn from “Veritas Kokomo,” a combination of Teen learn to pray the Divine Mercy Chaplet. Above right are Her- the youth groups of St. Patrick and St. parishes in Kokomo. November 25, 2018 The Catholic Moment Page 9 ‘We could not have received a more wonderful gift’

(Continued from Page 1) Being a host family It was such an incredible helped their family grow, experience that the Dulins younger son to learn about learn and make connections felt called to host another French culture. that otherwise would not French Catholic student in The Cramers took their have happened. the fall of 2018. French exchange student, The hardest part for the In the summer of 2019, Ali Archibald Lecointre, to Mosters was saying good- will travel back to France Chicago to experience vari- bye when it was time for the and Italy for two months ous sights and sounds, visiting students to go back and visit Maylis’ grand- including a jazz musician; to France. mother on Lake Como, in and they attended a Pacers However, their daughter, Italy. game when native French- Caroline, and son, Ethan, James McNeany, principal man Nicholas Batum and the traveled to France to stay of Guerin Catholic High Charlotte Hornets played at with their French compan- School, said, “The partner- Bankers Life Fieldhouse in ions over the summer. ship between ‘Inspired Gate- Indianapolis. “The experience changed ways’ and Guerin Catholic “We thoroughly enjoyed the trajectory of our family High School has been a every day with Archibald,” life,” Brenda Moster said. blessing to our school. It is David Cramer said. “We could never have pro- part of our mission state- “It was like leaving my vided a trip to France for our ment to be committed to own family when I left Indi- kids without the friendships serving diverse backgrounds ana,” Archibald said. “I hope they cultivated. This was so which serves the greater the Cramers will come to much more than vacationing Church and enriches our France.” in France on our own!” overall school environ- Maggie and Paul Hunck- The most impactful part ment.” ler, from St. of hosting for the Moster While in Indiana, some Parish in Westfield, hosted family was sharing their French Catholic students Clementine Crussol. Ali Dulin, a junior at Guerin Catholic High School, poses faith. also visit the Shrine of St. “It was a very special for a photo with exchange student Maylis Luzzatto- Giving generously is a Theodore Guerin, located at month for the Hunckler fam- Guiliani. guiding principle of life the motherhouse of the Sis- ily and we could not have taught in Scripture. ters of Providence of Saint received a more wonderful Danielle’s awareness of the The Mosters said the best When Tamara and Jimmy Mary-of-the-Woods, near gift than to spend it with culture to see so many mag- part was that their family cir- Dulin, parishioners at St. Terre Haute. Clementine, especially nificent sites with Clemen- cle expanded threefold with Elizabeth Seton Church in It is good and holy to Thanksgiving,” Paul Hunck- tine in France. the addition of Thais Cayatte Carmel, said “yes” to host- remember the words of St. ler said. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, and Maxime Olzanski. ing a French Catholic stu- Theodore Guerin: “You will One unexpected result Carmel, parishioners Brenda “The experience far dent, they never realized the be happy yourself in making from their experience was and Dominic Moster exceeded our expectations generosity of friendships other happy.” the invitation that their enjoyed hosting their first and I was surprised how and travel opportunities that St. Theodore Guerin, pray daughter, Danielle, a student French Catholic student, quickly each student bonded would emerge. for us! at Guerin Catholic High Andreas Klein, so much that after the initial Skype During the summer of School, received to visit they hosted two more stu- exchange,” Brenda Moster 2018, their daughter Ali, a Kerin Buntin has a master’s France. dents over a period of a year said. “We laughed at our lan- junior at Guerin Catholic, degree in pastoral theology and The international trip and a half. The students guage barriers and found it spent one week in France can be reached on Instagram, expanded the girls’ friend- attended Guerin Catholic interesting to hear the differ- with the family of Maylis Twitter, LinkedIn or at info@ ship and strengthened High School. ences and similarities.” Luzzatto-Guiliani. PeaceLovePilgrimage.com.

Above: Exchange students studying at Guerin Catholic High School stand by a statue of St. Theodore Guerin while visiting Saint Mary-of-the-Woods. Right: Danielle Hunckler and exchange student Clementine Crussol pose for a photo with Danielle’s grandpar- ents during Grandparents Day at Guerin Catholic. Page 10 The Catholic Moment November 25, 2018

U.S. / world news California bishops urge prayers, aid for victims of fires

(Continued from Page 1) Fund). In a Nov. 14 statement, “The families in Paradise Los Angeles Archbishop Jose and the surrounding com- H. Gomez asked all people munities affected by the fire of faith and goodwill to join can rely on the support of him in offering prayers and our prayers,” Bishop Soto support for everyone affect- said. ed by the fires in southern “We also pray for the California. brave men and women “The devastation of the responding to this disaster wildfires continues through- and battling the fires,” he out our state. We need to added in a statement posted keep praying for those who on the diocesan Web site, have lost their lives and their www.scd.org. “May all those homes and livelihoods, and who have died in this cata- for all the men and women strophic inferno be granted fighting the fires,” Archbish- eternal repose in the merci- op Gomez said. ful hands of the Lord Jesus.” The Archdiocese of Los Bishop Soto celebrated Angeles has started a fund to Mass on Nov. 18 at St. John help the victims of these the Baptist Parish in down- fires. Donations can be made town Chico for all those at www.archla.org/fires. affected by the Camp Fire. “These funds will assist He especially invited the families within our parish community of St. Thomas communities in their recov- More Parish in Paradise; ery efforts,” Archbishop their church was in the direct Gomez said. line of fire. The Archdiocese of Los Many of St. Thomas’ Angeles has been providing parishioners have lost their support to the communities homes. affected by the fires through The Sacramento diocese Catholic Charities of Los has confirmed that church Angeles and local parishes and school buildings have and schools. survived the fire. The new rectory, old rectory and Upper right: Homes in Par- parish hall were destroyed. adise, Calif., are seen Nov. The Society of St. Vincent 11 after being destroyed by de Paul and Northern Valley the Camp Fire blaze. Catholic Social Service were Lower right: Cathy Fallon, working with partner orga- center, embraces Shawna nizations on local relief and De Long and April Smith recovery efforts. Donations Nov. 11 in Paradise. can be made through the Sacramento diocese by visit- ing www.scd.org/donate (CNS photos/ (choose the Fire Assistance Stephen Lam, Reuters) to visit Morocco in March

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — news agency Turiweb May co. St. John Paul II made a Pope Francis will make a 24 that the pope’s visit historic visit to the country two-day apostolic visit to would highlight the impor- in 1985, becoming the first Morocco next year, the Vati- tance of Morocco as “a cen- pope to receive an official can announced. ter of excellence in intercul- welcome in the predomi- Accepting an invitation tural and interreligious dia- nantly Muslim country. by Moroccan King logue.” Speaking to thousands of Mohammed VI, the pope Many people had expect- young Muslims Aug. 19, will visit the cities of Rabat ed the visit to take place ear- 1985, St. John Paul said that and Casablanca March 30- lier to coincide with the Dec. Christians and Muslims are 31. 10-11 Intergovernmental called “to change our old News of a possible visit Conference to Adopt the practices,” which have led to by Pope Francis became Global Compact for Safe, misunderstandings and public earlier in the year Orderly and Regular Migra- wars, and “recognize with when Vincenzo Abbinante, tion, a document Pope Fran- joy the religious values that Italian honorary consul to cis publicly pushed for and we have in common.” the Kingdom of Morocco, for which the Vatican lob- “We believe in the same said that government bied heavily. A Vatican dele- God, the one God, the living In this 2016 file photo, a super moon rises above the roof authorities were coordinat- gation will attend the confer- God, the God who created of the Mohammed V mausoleum in Rabat, Morocco. Pope ing preparations with the ence. the world and brings his Francis is scheduled to visit the North African nation in Vatican. Pope Francis will be the creatures to their perfec- March 2019. (CNS photo/Abdelhak Senna, EPA) Abbinante told Italian second pope to visit Moroc- tion,” St. John Paul said. November 25, 2018 The Catholic Moment Page 11

U.S. news Bishops to pursue ‘strongest possible actions at earliest possible moment’

By Catholic News Service Bishop endured: Luis A. Torres Jr. Timothy L. and Teresa Pitt Green. Both BALTIMORE (CNS) — Doherty of painfully painted the land- Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo Lafayette, scape that has brought the of Galveston-Houston, presi- chairman of U.S. Catholic Church to the dent of the U.S. Conference the U.S. bish- urgent need to address the of Catholic Bishops, said ops’ Commit- sex abuse crisis. Nov. 14 he had opened the tee for the Pro- bishops’ fall general assem- tection of Chil- Also on the agenda bly “expressing some disap- dren and pointment,” but “I end it Young People, There also were other items on the agenda for the with hope.” speaks from “My hope is first of all U.S. bishops, including a the floor Nov. grounded in Christ, who pastoral letter on racism that 13 at the fall desires that the Church be was introduced to the body purified and that our efforts general assem- of bishops as an action item bear fruit,” he told his fellow bly of the U.S. Nov. 13 and voted on Nov. bishops in Baltimore with Conference of 14. remarks closing the public Catholic Bish- They overwhelmingly sessions of the Nov. 12-14 ops in Balti- approved the document, meeting. more. (CNS “Open Wide Our Hearts: “We leave this place com- photo/Bob The Enduring Call to Love mitted to Roller) — A Pastoral Letter Against taking the Racism.” It declares “racist strongest action was the chairman of decades ago and having sex- repeated trustworthiness. acts are sinful because they possible the National Review Board, ual contact with seminarians It begins with listening, violate justice.” “They reveal actions at Francesco Cesareo, president in more recent years. He understanding, offering a failure to acknowledge the the earliest of Assumption College in denies the allegations. responses showing that they, human dignity of the per- possible Massachusetts. During the discussion, the victim-survivors, are sons offended, to recognize moment,” He called for broadening there also were calls for bish- believed, she said. them as the neighbors Christ Cardinal the scope of the “Charter for ops to examine their rela- Msgr. Todd Lajiness, rec- calls us to love,” it adds. Cardinal DiNardo the Protection of Children tionship with Jesus and with tor of Sacred Heart Major The vote for passage was DiNardo said. “We and Young God and to ask themselves Seminary in Detroit and 241-3 with one abstention. It will do so People” to what it means to be a shep- president of the National required a two-thirds vote in communion with the Uni- include herd in their dioceses. Association of Catholic The- by all bishops, or 183 votes, versal Church. Moving for- bishops. The bishops also heard ological Schools, outlined for passage. ward in concert with the He also presentations on proposals feedback given by some U.S. Also on the final day’s Church around the world urged pub- for addressing the abuse cri- seminary rectors on promot- agenda, the bishops gave will make the Church in the lishing sis, so they could discuss ing “celibate chastity” unanimous support for the United States stronger, and complete them, even though the Vati- among seminarians as well advancement of the canon- will make the global Church lists of can had requested they post- as having listening sessions ization cause of Sister Thea stronger.” credibly Francesco pone voting on them. with seminarians, taking “a Bowman on the diocesan The disappointment came accused Cesareo The proposals include fresh look at boundaries,” level — the Diocese of Jack- when he announced at the clergy in all establishing standards of and providing “new path- son, Miss., headed by Bishop start Nov. 12 that the Vatican dioceses; improving the episcopal accountability; ways for reporting” abuse Joseph R. Kopacz. It is the had requested the bishops audit process; and enhanc- forming a special commis- allegations. diocese where Sister Bow- delay voting on several pro- ing accountability for bish- sion for review of complaints In his presidential address man grew up and also where posals to address the sex ops regarding cases of abuse. against bishops for viola- Nov. 12, Cardinal DiNardo she ministered in her last abuse crisis and to hold bish- He urged the bishops to tions of the accountability took note of the historic years. ops more accountable for take action and continue to standards; and establishing a nature of this year’s meet- The great-granddaughter dealing with wayward move solutions to abuse for- protocol regarding restric- ing. “Whether we will be of slaves, Sister Bowman priests and other Church ward. If such action does not tions on bishops who were remembered as guardians of was the only African-Ameri- workers accused of abuse. happen, “I fear for the future removed or who resigned the abused or of the abuser can member of the Francis- The directive said the pro- of our Church,” Cesareo said over claims of sexual mis- will be determined by our can Sisters of Perpetual Ado- posals needed to be Nov. 13. conduct made against them action beginning this week ration. She transcended reviewed for conformity to During a late-afternoon or for grave negligence in and the months ahead,” he racism to leave a lasting canon law and that action on open discussion on the crisis, office. said. mark on Catholic life in the them needed to wait until the case of Archbishop The bishops also heard Archbishop Christophe United States in the late 20th after the February Vatican Theodore E. McCarrick from Pierre, apostolic nuncio to century. meeting for presidents of posed the most daunting Heather the United States, urged The bishops also heard bishops’ conferences world- questions for the bishops. Banis, a them to face the issue of cler- reports on September’s V wide to discuss the abuse Several said they had trauma gy sexual abuse straight on, Encuentro held in Grapevine, crisis. been hearing from people in psycholo- not to run from the chal- Texas, and October’s Synod But throughout the the pews and that the laity’s gist who is lenges that confront them, of Bishops on “Young People, assembly, the spotlight was questions revolved around victim but “face them realistically the Faith, and Vocational Dis- on the widening abuse crisis how the hierarchy could assistance and courageously.” cernment.” in the U.S. Church and allow Archbishop McCarrick coordinator Most of the first day of the Regarding the synod, action the U.S. bishops must to gain so much influence for the Heather assembly was set aside for Bishop Frank J. Caggiano of take to address it. Much of and rise to the highest ranks Archdio- Banis prayer and reflection by the Bridgeport, Conn., who was the meeting time was devot- of the Church hierarchy if cese of Los bishops in a makeshift a synod delegate, said the ed to frank presentations they knew of the abuse of Angeles. She told them that chapel at the Baltimore Mar- event was a moment of great and discussions about abuse. which he is accused. helping victims and sur- riott Waterfront. grace that needs the atten- Among speakers who The former cardinal-arch- vivors of child sex abuse During that time, they tion of Church leaders now gave presentations on the bishop of Washington is heal is a journey that heard from two victim-sur- to implement it on the dioce- abuse crisis and called for accused of abusing a minor involves showing them vivors what they have san level. Page 12 The Catholic Moment November 25, 2018

NEWSBRIEFS Quotes Re-Quoted Pope: World often A nurse looks looks the other way at as he weighs a “Rouse us, Lord, from malnourished our idle calm, from the Christian persecution girl at a treat- quiet lull of our safe har- ment center in VATICAN CITY (CNS) bors. Set us free from the Sanaa, Yemen, — Love for neighbor moorings of self-absorp- means being close to earlier this fall. tion that weigh life down; people, especially those Every 10 min- free us from constantly facing oppression and vi- utes, a child in seeking success. Teach us olence for being Christ- Yemen dies to know how to ‘leave’ in ian, and engaging in from a pre- order to set out on the charitable work that re- ventable ill- road you have shown to flects Christian values ness resulting us: to God and our neigh- and promotes interreli- from malnutri- bor.” gious dialogue, Pope tion, according Francis said. to a report by — Pope Francis, in his Meeting with members UNICEF. (CNS homily Nov. 18, the World of the Equestrian Order of photo/Khaled Day of the Poor. the Holy Sepulchre of Abdullah, ••• Jerusalem Nov. 16, the Reuters) pope said that “the tragic situations of Christians “You get this one right who are persecuted and Aid organizations press for end to Yemen’s worsening war — you get religious free- killed in ever-increasing dom right — a lot of other WASHINGTON (CNS) of starvation and the coun- be done to assist a popula- freedoms bloom. You get numbers” is plain to see, — Catholic and internation- try is suffering from the tion that is on the brink of even if the world “too this one wrong, a lot of al aid organizations are worst cholera epidemic in starvation, and we intend to other freedoms contract.” often turns and looks pressing for an end to modern history. expand our response with away.” Yemen’s worsening war, “The humanitarian dis- the generous support of He said Christians face — Sam Brownback, U.S. where the United Nations aster in Yemen is of horrific Catholics in the United ambassador-at-large for in- not only “martyrdom in says one child dies every 10 proportions,” said Kevin States,” said Hartigan, the blood” in countries where ternational religious free- minutes. Hartigan of Catholic Relief agency’s regional director dom. they are persecuted and David Beasley, executive Services, describing the cri- for Europe, the Middle East killed for the faith, but director of the World Food sis erupting in the impover- and Central Asia. ••• also a “white martyr- Program, called Yemen “the ished nation at the tip of the Meanwhile, CRS contin- dom” in democratic world’s worst humanitari- Arabian Peninsula which is ues to support its partner, countries that try more “Go! There is a song an disaster in 100 years.” embroiled in a nearly four- Islamic Relief of Yemen, that will never be sung un- subtly to stifle religious Half of Yemen’s 28 mil- year-old conflict. while working to establish a freedom and expression. less you sing it. ... Go tell lion people are on the brink “More certainly needs to presence in the country. the world, go preach the Gospel, go tell the good Pope Francis Rohingya refuse news.” greets a man as to return to Myanmar — The late Sister Thea he makes a sur- Bowman, of the Wisconsin- DHAKA, Bangladesh prise visit to a based Franciscan Sisters of (CNS) — Rohingya free health clinic Perpetual Adoration, a refugees slated to be for the needy in widely known speaker, among the first repatriated St. Peter’s evangelizer and singer to Myanmar Nov. 15 re- Square at the until she died of cancer in fused to return because of Vatican Nov. 16. 1990 at age 52. The U.S. concerns for their safety. The clinic was bishops have given their as- Mohammad Abul open for a week sent to the ef- Kalam, commissioner of in advance of fort launched for her by the the Refugee Relief and the World Day Diocese of Jackson, Miss. Repatriation Commission for the Poor on of Bangladesh, told Nov. 18. (CNS ••• ucanews.com that no Ro- photo/Junno hingya were willing to go “Yemen has become a Arocho Esteves) back to Myanmar’s hell on earth for millions Rakhine state. of children. Today, every Pope makes surprise visit to mobile clinic in St. Peter’s Square “We kept five buses single boy, every single ready to transfer 150 Ro- girl in Yemen is facing ex- VATICAN CITY (CNS) Council for Promoting New utes and was given a tour of hingya consisting of 30 tremely dire needs.” — Pope Francis made a sur- Evangelization. the medical center before families from their camp to prise visit to a mobile Tourists and pilgrims in walking back to his resi- transit points, but so far health care facility set up in the square were caught off- dence inside the Vatican. nobody has arrived,” — Geert Cappelaere, St. Peter’s Square to serve guard by the pope’s arrival, The medical facility, Kalam said at mid-after- UNICEF regional director the city’s homeless and immediately snapping pic- which was open Nov. 12-18, noon. for the Middle East and poor. tures and reaching out to was part of an initiative or- Kalam earlier told North Africa. More than Entering the square from shake the pope’s hand. ganized by the Pontifical ucanews.com that if any- 400,000 children in Yemen under Bernini’s colonnade Arriving at the mobile Council for Promoting New one was unwilling to re- are starving, he said, and Nov. 16, the pope walked to clinic, the pope was wel- Evangelization in conjunc- turn to Rakhine, they another 1.5 million are the makeshift medical cen- comed with applause and tion with Pope Francis’ cel- would not be forced. “No acutely malnourished and ter accompanied by Arch- cheers from the doctors, ebration Nov. 18 of the Rohingya will go back to need aid to survive. bishop Rino Fisichella, medical staff and patients. World Day of the Poor. Myanmar against their The pope remained 15 min- president of the Pontifical will,” he said. ••• November 25, 2018 The Catholic Moment Page 13 Promises and new beginnings at the start of Advent

By Father Herb Weber Catholic News Service Three Advent traditions to slow you down When the verses from This week’s Chapter 33 of the Book of Je- topic: Advent candles remiah are read as the first Many parishes light a reading on Dec. 2, the first Advent begins candle at Mass each of Sunday of Advent this year, I Dec. 2 the four weeks of Advent. will hear them in a new way. Many families choose to The prophet’s words, carry this tradition into “The days are coming, says their homes. You can pur- the Lord, when I will fulfill chase a wreath for the the promise I made,” will tion. Such beginnings are fu- candles online or you may resonate with special mean- ture-oriented even as they choose to make one with ing for me and the entire connect with the past. parish at St. John XXIII in The theme of promises items in your yard or ones Perrysburg, Ohio. fulfilled is both past and pre- you find on a family walk. For us a promise fulfilled sent. As people of faith we Children will love gather- is a reality. A new beginning have received the ultimate ing branches or pine has come upon us. promise from God, namely, cones to make the wreath. salvation and hope for the Giving tree his Advent, our parish world. reminds us Each year our Catholic will celebrate Mass in it will come to pass, and that school has a giving tree T a brand-new church is the future element. set up in the foyer. Fami- that has been the dream of The first Sunday of Ad- lies are invited to select a the parish for many years. vent provides the big picture paper ornament labeled Founded in 2005, our with a look to the second with a child’s age, gender parish used a public high coming of Jesus as Luke and a desired gift for a school, several Lutheran (Chapter 21) declares signs family in our community churches and a parish life that the Son of Man will that needs a little help this center for Mass and all other come with redemption. holiday season. Many liturgical celebrations like The following three Sun- parishes, schools and weddings, funerals, first days will look back at the nonprofits have such giv- Communions and baptisms first coming of Jesus in ing trees during Advent. It until this fall. human form. is a good reminder to After years of planning For us, in the middle, we place focus on those who and fund raising, we com- build off the past to address may not have much dur- pleted the building in time the future. ing the season. for St. John XXIII’s feast day As we start over again, we on Oct. 11. realize we are not the same Contemplative prayer That day, which marks the persons who started over Contemplative prayer, anniversary of the opening last year or the previous also called silent prayer, is of the first session of the Sec- year. the practice of quieting ond Vatican Council, offered Each new beginning is your thoughts, words and both promises fulfilled and like the inward spiral that physical movements to promises of new beginnings. brings people closer to the simply rest in the love and In our case, the promise center. presence of God. At first fulfilled is not merely about Perhaps the promise is this can be difficult, but in a needed building. In fact, it that as we near that core, we time you grow to desire is much closer to the promise will find the message of these moments, finding proclaimed by Jeremiah. hope more pronounced. they serve as an anchor For us, we have the real- The Advent wreath, with a candle marking each week of Meanwhile, however, St. for your day and the Ad- ization that we are truly and the season, is a traditional symbol of the upcoming litur- John XXIII Parish has its vent season. Start by set- formally established as a gical period. (CNS file photo/Lisa Johnston) own challenge. ting aside five to 10 min- Church community with a Having established our- utes of your day for mission. though the time for all With much less public selves in the long-awaited prayer. Our new building with promises to be fulfilled may awareness, we used Advent church building, we dare not — Shemaiah Gonzalez tall, clear glass windows on only come with the final re- two years ago as the time to assume we have reached the Catholic News Service all sides, but especially in the turn of the Lord, we start introduce a new rite for the culmination of the Gospel. tower, allows our people to over with anticipation, ex- sacrament of marriage. In We cannot rest. reflect on the image of a pectation and strong com- that case, it was during “low Advent calls us to see be- Lord. lighthouse. mitment. wedding season” and there yond the building and look There was complete si- More significantly, we Beginnings are both excit- was time to help couples at the bigger picture, namely lence as they stared. This find ourselves reflecting on ing and challenging. The prepare. that Jesus is among us, was followed by sponta- Matthew 5:14, that we as a Catholic Church often intro- And every year our bringing salvation. neous sobbing from each community have to be light duces new liturgical prac- Church begins a new year of A couple of weeks before person. Later one of the to the world. tices with the first Sunday of the three-year cycle of read- the completion of the church women said her heart was Reaching this point is the Advent. ings from the Bible, this year construction, the large sculp- overwhelmed and she was fulfillment of what we long Seven years ago, with the with emphasis on Luke. ture of Jesus, ready to be moved by this reminder of for. Yet, as we enter Advent, first Sunday of Advent, the Advent should not be mounted on the wooden redemption. we discover that this is a be- English-speaking Church in- seen simply as a time for cross, was delivered to the Salvation truly is at hand; ginning, not an end. troduced a new translation changes of rites or rubrics or church. promises are being fulfilled. Advent, with its theme of of Mass prayers. Many will Gospel readings. As it lay there waiting for With Advent we move closer promises, also is the begin- remember the challenge of It truly is a time for the the workers to position it, to the reality of this mystery. ning of a liturgical cycle. It is helping people adjust to new Church to declare a new be- some members of our parish Father Weber is the founding a time when the Church phrases right before Christ- ginning for ourselves as we approached and looked at pastor of St. John XXIII Parish starts all over again. And al- mas. trace the story of our salva- the image of the crucified in Perrysburg, Ohio. Page 14 The Catholic Moment November 25, 2018

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OFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE DIOCESE OF LAFAYETTE-IN-INDIANA The kingship of Jesus

In an early song, Bob Dylan sketched absurdity. “We sit here stranded, though we’re all doing our best to deny it.” With uselessness and deception all around, memories of a former lover fill his mind. The presence of his lover- of-the-moment, he cries out, “makes it all too concise and too clear that Johanna’s not here.”After surveying his sit- uation, he declares, “These visions of Johanna are now all that remain.” A great song, but it raises hard questions. Granted Jo- hanna was genuine in a world of junk, but if she was the real thing and now she’s gone, do memories of her signi- fy anything more than the inevitability of loss? Are vi- sions of Johanna less absurd than anything else? What’s their cash value? That’s the question about any vision, including the

one in the first biblical reading this Sunday. In a time (CNS file photo/Ricardo Rojas, Reuters) when Jews were being ruthlessly persecuted, the prophet sees God enthroned in heaven. A person that looks Jesus Christ, Lord of all things! You see my heart, you know my desires. human (“one like a son of man”— Dn 7:13) approaches Possess all that I am — you alone. the throne and receives everlasting dominion over all na- — St. Agatha tions. Through him, God will set things right for his op- pressed people. Really? Or is this picture just an imaginative way of making the afflicted feel better? A lesson in the ‘Power of the Powerless’ The question goes to the heart of Christianity, because Jesus claimed that he is this “one like a son of man”(see In 1985, Christopher de In his article and the sub- Mk 14:62). Similarly, in the Gospel, using different im- Vinck, a high school English sequent book he wrote titled agery, he signals his kingship over all (Jn 18:33-37). teacher from New Jersey, Light “The Power of the Power- Jesus made the claim at the moment when it seemed published an article in the less: A Brother’s Legacy of least credible. He indicated his lordship over everything Wall Street Journal titled One Love,” Christopher’s story while standing as prisoner before a military governor. “Power of the Powerless: A gives witness to the way But then, after an excruciating death, he rose from the Brother’s Lesson.” Candle grace can work through dead. His resurrection vindicated his claim to lordship — His article told the story those who are suffering and authenticated the vision of Daniel. of growing up with a sibling BY FATHER ED DOUGHERTY, MM when we open our hearts Sometimes Jesus’ lordship may seem incredible. The who was severely disabled, and our lives to them. circumstances of our lives and the state of the world look and it garnered immediate Oliver’s presence was a more like a Dylan song than a Bible story. We may all responses from people who seemed healthy, but his par- gift to the de Vinck family, seem stranded. were inspired by his mes- ents later discovered that he because it made them com- But the gift of faith opens the eyes. The Holy Spirit sage of the value of the was blind, and he began to passionate people. (see 1 Cor 12:3) fills the heart with the assurance of the human person. exhibit other problems. This kind of education in kingship of Jesus, hidden but already present and mov- “I grew up in the house A doctor suggested plac- compassion is what all par- ing toward the transformation of everything. where my brother was on ing him in an institution. ents should seek for their This guest editorial was written by Kevin Perrotta, the edi- his back in his bed for al- “But he is our son,” their children. tor and an author of the “Six Weeks With the Bible” series. most 33 years,” he writes. parents said. “We will take Recalling his brother’s “Oliver was blind, mute. His Oliver home.” life, Christopher wrote, legs were twisted. He didn’t “Then take him home and “Oliver still remains the have the strength to lift his love him,” the doctor said. weakest, most helpless head nor the intelligence to Along with his parents human being I ever met, learn anything.” and siblings, Christopher and yet he was one of the Christopher explains that, de Vinck tended to his most powerful human be- when their mother was brother. ings I ever met. He could do pregnant with Oliver, she In so doing, Christopher absolutely nothing except was exposed to toxic fumes gained a profound educa- breathe, sleep, eat, and yet M ISSION S TATEMENT that made her pass out for a tion on valuing the human he was responsible for ac- Diocese of Lafayette-in-Indiana short time. person, regardless of situa- tion, love, courage, in- When Oliver was born, he tion or station in life. sight.” We are the people of God uniting in the heart of Jesus Christ. We join the whole Church in proclaiming the Gospel in Word, Sacrament and Charity for the salvation of all people. November 25, 2018 The Catholic Moment Page 15

Guest column Use your words: fostering faith in our children, whatever their age

By Laura Kelly Fanucci I always hear from parents I want to tell the first example. How often do you from their earliest days. De- Catholic News Service whose adult children have group: Don’t worry. You’re talk about God, prayer or the spite the influence of friends, stopped going to church. doing more than you realize. Church with the children or media and culture, parents Two groups ask me often They want to know why God is at work in ways you young adults in your life? still have significant influ- what they can do to help their children left and how can’t see. It’s not all up to Have you ever spoken about ence on the beliefs and their children grow in faith: they could encourage them you. your own faith journey, morals of their children. parents of toddlers to come back. Their I want to tell the second struggles or questions? Finally, use your words to and parents of faith and grief is group the same. If you share what brings pray for young people. young adults. clear: They want to But encouragement is not you joy, purpose, peace and Ultimately our children’s Surprised? While know where things enough. We want to act, es- truth, young people will no- faith — like every part of their ages and stages went wrong. pecially when our children tice. Even if they don’t al- their lives — is out of our of life may differ, the Empathy makes and their faith is concerned. ways agree or understand, control. But prayer reminds two groups are clos- my heart reach out to So what can we do? Take they are paying attention to us that each child belongs to er than you might both groups, though our own advice. “Use your the way you live your life God. think. there are no easy an- words.” and how your faith shows up Remember the words we When I write Laura Kelly swers. Just as parents coach and in everyday conversations. believe, the Word that mat- about faith at home, I Fanucci I sympathize with coax toddlers to practice Second, use your words to ters most: “Be not afraid. I often hear from new parents of young their language skills (rather bear witness to your faith. am with you.” If we start a parents. They want to know ones. It’s the beginning of than throw a tantrum), we Remember the impor- daily habit of entrusting the what prayers or books they family life at home. The can encourage each other to tance of integrity. How do children we love to God, we can use to make sure their stakes for faith feel high. use our conversations, wit- your children hear you talk can find comfort, hope and child learns the faith. Their And I ache for the parents ness and prayers for the chil- about other people? Politi- guidance in God’s care. enthusiasm and anxiety are of adults who have left the dren we love. cians you disagree with? In- Fanucci is a mother, writer evident: They want to get it Church. It’s beyond the First, use your words to dividuals or groups you and director of a project on vo- right. years of family life at home. share your faith. don’t like? cation at the Collegeville Insti- When I speak in parishes, The stakes feel even higher. Remember the power of Children are listening tute in Collegeville, Minn.

LOOKING BACK Saints of the week These stories appeared in The Catholic Moment and its predecessor, the Lafayette edition of Our Sunday Visitor: • 50 years ago, Nov. 24, You’re always welcome here. 1968: The Church of the Blessed Sacrament in West Lafayette recently blessed Come to St. Mary Church, Alexandria. and dedicated its new edu- cation building. Bennet Hall is named for Bishop John G. Bennett, who established the parish. • 25 years ago, Nov. 21, Francis Anthony 1993: Eleven members of the of Lucera laity recently gathered by (1681 - 1742) the altar in the chapel at St. Feast: Nov. 29 Joseph Center in Tipton to ask to be received as co- Giovaniello Fasani’s members of the Sisters of St. foster father sent him for Joseph of Tipton. There are his education to the Fran- currently more than 60 co- ciscans in Lucera. At 15, members from four states. he joined the order and • 10 years ago, Nov. 23, took the name Francis 2008: More than 140 families Anthony after the great of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel sainted friars. In 1705, he Parish in Carmel recently earned a doctorate in the- participated in an “Un- ology. Then he began to lunch Hour” project. They teach at the Franciscan skipped lunch, a snack or a When you are not with us, we miss you. college in Lucera, where visit to the coffee shop for a he spent the rest of his day or more, then donated Lord’s Day Masses life. Renowned for his the money they saved to Saturday: 5 p.m. Jan. - June preaching and teaching, feed the hungry in Haiti and (Alternates every six months with St. Joseph Parish, Elwood) the townspeople called Hamilton County. Sunday: 8:30 a.m. Francis Anthony “Padre • Five years ago, Nov. 24, Maestro.” And his repu- 2013: Four Sisters of St. To see more Mass times across the Lafayette diocese, visit the Web site at www.dol-in.org tation for mercy drew Francis of Perpetual Adora- and look for all of our parishes in coming weeks in The Catholic Moment. many to his confessional. tion from Lafayette were “I was indulgent, I don’t among those who traveled deny it,” he said, “but it to Germany for the Nov. 10 was You who taught me of the congre- to be so.” gation’s foundress, Blessed Maria Theresia Bonzel. (Catholic News Service) Page 16 The Catholic Moment November 25, 2018

Kids’ Page Answers on Page 7

The Kids’ Page is created by Catholic artist Mario Macari of Greenfield, Wis., and edited by the staff of the Catholic Herald in Milwaukee. Sisters of Providence to host ‘Christmas Fun at the Woods’ Dec. 1

SAINT MARY-OF-THE- wishing to dress up in front the day. WOODS — All are invited to of a Nativity scene may do White Violet Center for come and celebrate “Christ- so in the Foley Room at the Eco-Justice will also be in- mas Fun at the Woods” with Providence Spirituality & volved in the festivities and the Sisters of Providence Conference Center. Snacks will again this year officially from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sat- will also be provided in change its name to the urday, Dec. 1, at Saint Mary- O’Shaughnessy throughout “North Pole Zone,” where of-the-Woods, located 10 the day. children will find many ac- minutes northwest of down- Face painting and carica- tivities, including games, town Terre Haute. ture drawings will be of- arts and crafts, alpaca photos Children and their par- fered. and a visit with Santa Claus. ents will have the opportuni- Storytelling for children Providence Associates ty to take part in many activ- will take place in Providence and sisters will also conduct ities throughout the after- Hall. Children will also be a bake sale during the after- noon, including carriage able to take part in cookie noon in O’Shaughnessy rides, hayrides or bus, decorating with sisters at from 1 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. wagon and trolley rides. Na- Providence Hall. Cost to attend the after- tivity sets will also be on dis- Christmas Bingo for chil- noon is $5 per person; chil- play in Providence Hall win- dren will take place in Prov- dren 3 and under will be ad- dow sills. idence Hall. mitted free. No pre-registra- Christmas sing-a-longs Tours of the St. Mother tion is required. will be held in the Theodore Guerin Shrine and For more information, call O’Shaughnessy Dining Blessed Sacrament Chapel 812-535-2952 or e-mail Room. Children and families will be available throughout [email protected].