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A month into his papacy, everybody wants to know who this man is. Refusing the papal apartments, among other luxuries of the office, the Church’s first South American pontiff visibly not noly talks the talk, but walks the walk. Full coverage pages 20-23 En Español páginas 28-31

Devastated by tragedy, residents of West and surrounding communities turn to each other and to their faith for support. Page 16 SPREADING THE GOSPEL OF LIFE In This Issue... 6 While being interviewed on EWTN during the National March for Life, St. Patrick parishioner Maria Conley NEW RESPECT LIFE DIRECTOR 7 read aloud a pro-life prayer written by In a Q&A with correspondent Michele cathedral rector Father Joe Pemberton. Baker, Mike Demma shares how he got Now she’s getting requests for a copy involved in the pro-life movement and 6 of the prayer from throughout the what he hopes to accomplish in his country. new position. FOOD FAST GOOD SHEPHERD SUNDAY 14 8 Youth from parishes throughout the The annual collection for seminarians 8 Northwest Deanery participated in a falls on the Fourth Sunday of Easter and 24-hour Food Fast retreat the Friday Vocations Director Father Isaac Orozco before Palm Sunday and gained a shares how the faithful can support the greater appreciation for what they have seminarians and promote vocations and learned about an impoverished with their time, talent, treasure, and nation, which this year, was India. prayers

READING BEE CHAMPION19 IN THE WAKE OF TRAGEDY Sam Willey, a second-grader at Holy 16 A massive explosion devastated the Family School reads at a college 1166 Czech Catholic town of West, and freshman level and ensured the surrounding communities, including regional championship went to a their neighbors across the diocesan Catholic school student for the third border in our diocese, Penelope and year in a row. Abbott. Now residents are relying on each other and their faith. WHO IS POPE FRANCIS? 20 In this special package, we bring to ¿QUIÉN ES EL PAPA FRANCISCO? you a locally-produced analysis of En esta edición especial, les traemos what a Francis papacy may be like, a 28 nuestro análisis exclusivo de cómo locally-produced explanation about the 220/280/28 vemos el papado de Francisco, una signifi cance of his name choice, a brief explicación local sobre la importancia CNS bio, and quotes from throughout the del elección de su nombre, una breve diocese about what people think of him. biografía, y opiniones de los feligreses COVER PHOTOS: en la diócesis sobre el nuevo Papa. MAIN PICTURE: Pope Francis kisses a disabled man after spotting him in the crowd and having WORD TO LIFE NOW IN COLOR his popemobile stop as he rode through St. Peter's Square March 19 ahead of his inaugural Mass at the We are continuing to provide the Vatican. (CNS photo/L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO) 24 “Word to Life” Sunday Scripture CORNER PICTURE: Residents embrace after taking 2244 refl ection, but now to make our part in a candlelight vigil April 18 at the Church of the pages pop and match the rest of the Assumption in West, Texas, in remembrance of those magazine, the images are in color. So who lost their lives or were injured in the massive explosion at the area’s fertilizer plant. The explosion enjoy spiritually-enriching content near Waco, Texas, killed 12 people and injured more by our contributors, and spiritually- than 160 others. (CNS photo / Jaime R. Carrero, Reuters) enriching art by Jean Denton.

PAGE 2 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 The triumph of the human spirit, with the aid of the Holy Spirit

t’s hard to look at the news and not be discouraged — in one Iweek, we saw tragedy strike twice. PUBLISHER: Editorial Offi ce: 800 West First, we learned a bomb exploded at the Boston Marathon. Loop 820 S., Fort Worth, Monsignor Stephen Berg Texas 76108, (817) 560-3300; Then, closer to home, a fertilizer plant exploded right across the DIRECTOR OF FAX (817) 244-8839. diocesan border in West, killing at least 14, and injuring 200 — a COMMUNICATIONS: Circulation Offi ce: Rita Garber, 800 West Loop 820 tragedy that has affected many in the Czech communities in the Pat Svacina S., Fort Worth, Texas 76108, southern part of our diocese that border West and have ties there. (817) 560-3300. EDITOR: Jeff Hensley But during these times we see a triumph of the human spirit, NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC with the aid of the Holy Spirit. In Boston, Cardinal O’Malley (4) ASSOCIATE EDITOR: Newsmagazine (USPS 751-370) (ISSN 0899-7020) worked with other faiths to support the community. In West, our Tony Gutiérrez is published six times a year ADMINISTRATIVE (bi-monthly) by the Most Rev. own diocesan priests and deacons were present for their neighbors Kevin W. Vann, Bishop of the (16). One priest, a good friend of mine, was out until 2 a.m. the ASSISTANT: Judy Russeau Diocese of Fort Worth, 800 W. Loop 820 S., Fort Worth, Texas day of the explosion, even though he was still recovering from a WEB DESIGNER: 76108. For those who are recent surgery himself. I’ve also seen e-mails among my brother Chris Kastner not registered parishioners in the Diocese of Fort Worth, Knights of Columbus to organize a group to help. CIRCULATION: Rita Garber subscription rates are $18 for one year, $35 for two years, We were also inspired by the story of the Servant of God $50 for three years. Periodical Father Emil Kapaun (4), the Army chaplain who died in a Korean CONTRIBUTORS: postage paid at Fort Worth, Texas. POSTMASTER: Send ad- POW camp, yet still gave hope to his fellow prisoners, and was Michele Baker dress changes to North Texas posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor last week. Crystal Brown Catholic, 800 W. Loop 820 S., Fort Worth, Texas 76108. Our Church is alive and Christ is Jenara Kocks Burgess Deadline for information for risen. Alleluia! (It’s Easter, so I can say that Jaqueline Burkepile the North Texas Catholic is now). In a Q&A, Fr. Isaac reminds us that Jerry Circelli noon of the Wednesday two weeks before the paper is Christ will never leave us (14). Juan Guajardo published. The NTC is pub- Kathy Cribari Hamer lished bi-monthly, the third We have a new pope, and Pope Friday of the month, with Francis isn’t only teaching us how to be John Henry the following two months as Joan Kurkowski-Gillen the date of each issue. Christian, he’s showing us (20-23, y en Mike McGee To access current news and español: 28-31). When looking for pic- information, fi nd us at www. Wendy Pandolfo northtexascatholic.org tures of him on the wire, all I found were Donna Ryckaert The appearance of advertis- images of him showing love and compas- ing in these pages does not sion to the less fortunate. imply endorsement of busi- nesses, services, or products. It’s an exciting time to be Catholic, REGULAR COLUMNISTS: Readers must exercise prudence in responding to because not only is our Holy Father Denise Bossert advertising in all media. showing Christ’s love, but because so are Jean Denton the lay faithful in all the situations above. The Holy Spirit is with Kathy Cribari Hamer us, and allows us to prevail. Please continue to visit our website, Jeff Hedglen northtexascatholic.org, our blog, www.ntcatholic.blogspot. Jeff Hensley com, and our other social media outlets, for inspiring stories of the David Mills Holy Spirit moving through people. Mary Regina Morrell Father Isaac Orozco Tony Gutiérrez Sharon K. Perkins Associate Editor

PAGE 3 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 DIOCESAN, LOCAL & STATE NEWSBRIEFS Korea War POW Fr. Kapaun awarded Medal of Honor posthumously U.S. Army chaplain Father Emil Joseph Kapaun, who died May 23, WASHINGTON (CNS) — A Catholic 1951, in a North Korean prisoner of Korean War chaplain who selflessly war camp, is pictured celebrating pulled wounded men from enemy fire Mass from the hood of a jeep Oct. and helped his fellow prisoners of war 7, 1950, in South Korea. He was keep a sense of hope was honored post- captured about a month later. (CNS CNS photo / Gregory L. Tracy, The Pilot humously with the Medal of Honor, the Cardinal Sean O’Malley joins interfaith leaders April 18 at a prayer service for PHOTO / COURTESY U.S. ARMY MEDIC highest military honor, in an April 11 victims of the Boston Marathon bombing at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross. R AYMOND SKEEHAN) White House ceremony. Boston interfaith service stresses In paying tribute to Father Emil J. in the investigation of someone who is Kapaun, an Army captain, President being considered for sainthood. city’s grace and strength in tragedy Barack Obama told multiple stories of Some of Fr. K apau n’s fel low prison- the “shepherd in combat boots” from ers, who walked out of their prison camp BOSTON (CNS) — In an April 18 the beatitudes read during the prayer Kansas who voluntarily stayed behind carrying a crucifix they’d fashioned to interfaith prayer service, religious and service. with the wounded to face certain cap- honor their deceased chaplain, were in political leaders emphasized the endur- The only way for people to “repair ture, rather than evacuate when his attendance at the ceremony. The medal, ing strength of the people of Boston our broken world” is not as individuals division was overrun at Unsan, Korea, given to members of the armed forces and urged them to find consolation but as a community and as a family, he in November 1950. for distinguished gallantry above and and healing in their continued support said, noting that the tragedy provides “a “This is the valor we honor today b e yond t he c a l l of dut y i n a c t ive s er v ic e , of one another. challenge and an opportunity for us to — an American soldier who didn’t fire was presented to Ray Kapaun, a nephew Boston Cardinal Sean O’Malley work together with a renewed spirit of a gun, but who wielded the mightiest of the priest, who never knew his uncle. welcomed the congregation that packed determination and solidarity and with weapon of all, a love for his brothers so Guests for the ceremony in the East the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and told t he f irm conv ict ion t hat love is stronger pure that he was willing to die so that Room of the White House included them the service was offered in solidarity than death.” they might live,” said Obama. Fr. Kapaun’s extended family, military with those who lost their lives or were The cardinal, who returned to Bos- Fr. Kapaun received the Bronze chaplains and other officers, people injured in the bombings at the Boston ton April 16 after a retreat in the Holy Star before his capture and the Dis- from his hometown parish, St. John Marathon April 15. Land, said the tragic event “shakes us tinguished Service Cross after he died. Nepomucene Church in Pilsen, Kansas; “We must overcome the culture of out of our complacency and indiffer- Within the Catholic Church, he has and various members of the Archdiocese death and promote a culture of life,” ence and calls us to focus on the task of an active cause for sainthood, having for Military Services including Auxil- he said, stressing that the blueprint for building a civilization that is based on been recognized by the Vatican as a iary Bishop Richard B. Higgins, vicar doing so was found in the passage on love, justice, truth and service.” “Servant of God” in 1993, a first step for Veterans Affairs. Grand jury report likens Gosnell’s abortion facility to a ‘baby charnel house’ WASHINGTON (CNS) — When a The two surgical rooms resembled a during an abortion. routinely flouted that law. “The bigger team of health officials and investigators “bad gas station restroom,” according to Gosnell’s trial on those charges be- the baby, the more he charged,” it said. looking into illegal drug use raided Dr. Agent Stephen Dougherty of the federal gan March 18. As of April 15, prosecu- He is accused of sticking a pair of Kermit Gosnell’s Women’s Medical So- Drug Enforcement Agency. The team tors were continuing to call witnesses, medical scissors into the back of the ciety Feb. 18, 2010, they happened upon recovered the remains of 45 fetuses “in including several patients and several necks of prematurely born babies and what many call a “house of horrors.” bags, milk jugs, orange juice cartons, former employees, who testified about cutting the spinal cord, a procedure he “There was blood on the floor. A and even in cat-food containers.” the squalid conditions they saw at the called “snipping.” stench of urine filled the air. A flea- Three days later, the Pennsylvania facility. Prosecutors are seeking the Several employees face similar infested cat was wandering through the Department of Hea lth suspended Gos- death penalty against Gosnell. charges. The report said Gosnell hired facility, and there were cat feces on the ne l l ’s l ic en s e. He w a s a r re s te d i n Ja nu a r y Pennsylvania law does not allow untrained, uncertified nurses, and stairs,” said a grand jury report about the 2011 and charged with seven counts of abortions after 24 weeks gestation t au g ht t hem to v ie w u lt r a s ou nd pic t u re s conditions found in the facility Gosnell infanticide and one count of murder in because of the risks to the mother, but at an angle so that unborn babies ap- ran in West Philadelphia. the case of a Nepalese woman who died the grand jury report showed Gosnell peared smaller than they actually were.

PAGE 4 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 DIOCESAN, LOCAL & STATE 700 attend annual NEWSBRIEFS pro-life Rosary Middle School For 28 years, pro-life supporters have stood outside a local abortion rally draws 500 facility on Good Friday to pray the Rosary for babies lost to abortion. But More t h a n 50 0 m idd le s c ho ol yout h Photo by Juan Guajardo / NTC Teens have a laugh as APeX minis- this year’s March 29 gathering felt the from across the Diocese of Fort Worth tries gives a presentation during the absence of a man who started the public shared a day of prayer, worship, and Second Annual Middle School Rally. vigil almost three decades ago. games at the second annual Middle Chuck Pelletier, an ardent advocate School Youth Rally Saturday, Feb. 16 I see inflatables, I don’t just see some- for the unborn and director of Catholics at Most Blessed Sacrament Church in thing that draws kids to the event; I see United for Life and Mother and Unborn Arlington. something that, if channeled properly, Baby Care, became ill before the service The day began with community draws kids to heaven.” and was unable to attend. It’s the first building activities and games in the gym Youth had the opportunity to listen time the Vietnam War veteran whose and parish hall. Bounce houses, bronco to speakers, ask questions, and pray in serious health issues confine him to a riding, sumo-wrestling, and other teen adoration of the Eucharist. Featured wheelchair, was not there to lead the activities gave youth the opportunity to keynote speakers included Apex Minis- Photo by Joan Kurkowski-Gillen / NTC crowd in prayer. bond with their peers in preparation for tries’ Brad Fa rmer a nd Gene Montera s- Our Lady of Guadalupe parishioner “Chuck is the life force in this min- a day of spiritual enrichment. telli of Casper, Wyoming, and Perpetual Jesse Fernandez prays with his istry,” said longtime participant Alicia Larry West, middle school youth Motion Ministries’ Scott Dougherty family at the annual pro-life vigil. Shepard. “His sacrifice and absolute minister at Good Shepherd Church of Gainesville and Tony Vasinda of dedication to the unborn and to the Diocesan Administrator Monsignor in Colleyville, coordinated the rally. Edmonds, Washington. Presentations Church helped it flourish.” Stephen Berg took turns leading the Speaking of the rally and its “fun” ac- were centered on the theme “Fired Up Approximately 700 people — many Rosary with Monsignor Michael Olson, tivities, West said, “All the ‘fun’ we have Faith,” inspiring and encouraging youth of t hem s en ior c it i z en s a nd f a m i l ie s w it h and Fathers David Bristow, Christopher on earth is only a reflection of the joy to put their faith into action through young children — attended the event. Stainbrook, and Michael Moloney. we will all experience in heaven. When the power of the Holy Spirit. 5th-graders learn Dallas Auxiliary blesses chrism oils Knights recognize about vocations students for love Father Isaac Orozco fielded a bar- of God, country rage of questions from eager 10- and 11-year-olds at this year’s Fifth Grade Twenty-six Catholic school students Vocations Day. but one answer seemed received the American Way Award to surprise the youngsters who gath- from the Knights of Columbus Fourth ered inside Holy Family Church for Degreee General Worth Assembly 1089 the March 20 event. When asked the and the Catholic Daughters of the “most exciting” part of being a priest, Americas Louise Court 209 during a the young Vocations director paused a Feb. 9 ceremony at Nolan Catholic moment before answering. High School. One eighth grade boy “It’s different for everyone,” he ex- and girl from every Catholic School in plained. “But the most exciting thing the Fort Worth area is recognized each Photo by Wendy Pandolfo / NTC year for their patriotism and Christian for me is the Mass, especially in a big Dallas Auxiliary Bishop Douglas Deshotel blesses the oils to be used in the principles. church when there are a lot of people Diocese of Fort Worth at the annual Chrism Mass March 26. At a Chrism “The importance of nurturing love coming through the door.” Mass, a bishop blesses three oils utilized in rites during the year at local of God and country in our future lead- Giving the 465 fifth-graders who parishes: Holy Chrism anoints the newly baptized, seals candidates for con- ers is a critical mission for everyone that attend one of 17 Catholic schools in the firmation, and anoints the hands of priests and the heads of bishops at their values the American way of life,” said diocese an opportunity to meet priests, ordinations; the oil of catechumens is used during the baptism of adults Knight Bruce Mallory who served as seminarians, and women religious is joining the Church; and the oil of the sick brings comfort to the infirm and emcee. “That is why today we celebrate the idea behind the annual Vocation ailing. Only a bishop is allowed to consecrate chrism, and since the diocese these eighth grade students, who were Day. After celebrating Mass together, is currently without an ordinary, Bishop Deshotel performed the ritual. “Oil chosen by their principals and teachers students divide into small groups and is the ancient symbol of medicine for healing and strength,” he said in his as the outstanding examples of loving listen as those who answered a call to homily. “For those who desire baptism, the oil of the catechumen strength- God and country.” religious life tell their stories. ens them for the new life in Christ they are about to receive.” PAGE 5 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 After EWTN interview at Natl. March for Life, Maria Conley has Lord Jesus, come to our aid and bring an end to the horror distributed pro-life prayer cards throughout country of abortion and all the evils that flow from it. By Joan Kurkowski-Gillen May every human being love Correspondent and honor all human life, from the moment of conception to When Maria Conley and other members of the moment of natural death. the Respect Life group at Holy Family Church decided to design a parish Prayer for Life card, May we, Your disciples, she never thought the beautifully worded peti- always choose the Gospel of tion would someday capture national attention. Life. Through the Eucharist, But that’s what happened when the mother the great sacrament of life, of three met author and syndicated Catholic talk let us be your instruments in show host Teresa Tomeo at this year’s National bringing an end to the culture Photo courtesy of EWTN of death. March for Life in Washington, D.C. Attending Renown Catholic media analyst Teresa Tomeo the annual gathering, which commemorates the (left) interviews St. Patrick Parishioner Maria We ask this through Christ Roe v. Wade 1973 Supreme Court decision legal- Conley for EWTN at the National March for Life. our Lord. Amen izing abortion, is a family tradition for Conley and her daughters, Carolyn, Madeleine, and Adrienne. and asked for my e-mail address [hfrespectlife@ found inside Fort Worth’s Holy Family Church. Conley had walked midway down Constitu- gmail.com],” Conley recounts. “She was sure Conley is surprised the quick exposure given tion Avenue with her sister, Trisha, when another people would want a copy of the prayer card.” the prayer on EWTN and Catholic radio stations sister in Fort Worth, watching the July 25 March The broadcaster was right. Since returning caused it to “go viral.” She thinks the prayer’s on EWTN, spotted them in the crowd and called home from the March for Life, Conley has fielded powerful wording is part of the appeal. their cell phone. more than 40 requests for the prayer card from “I wasn’t surprised people liked the prayer. “She mentioned Teresa Tomeo was nearby so EWTN viewers across the country. But I am amazed what a few minutes on the televi- we stopped to see her,” she remembers. One listener in Washington State is starting sion and radio can do,” she explains. “The prayer Encouraged by other Texans in the group, a Gabriel Project ministry to help women in crisis describes abortion with the right words calling it the marcher approached the well-respected broad- pregnancies and wants to say the prayer at meet- “horrible” and “evil.” And it acknowledges that caster with a handful of prayer cards. ings. Another is giving the card to her 92-year-old we can’t change this culture without God’s help.” “I handed her one of the cards and explained mother in Smryna, Georgia. Fr. Pemberton says his words are the fruit t h at we s a id t he pr ayer at we e k end M a s s e s a f ter t he “Requests are coming in from people who of careful reflection and thought. Prayer of the Faithful,” recalls Conley, who is now want to use it in formation classes, retreats, Con- “It came from my heart and if it draws a member at St. Patrick Cathedral. “A minute later firmation prep, and 40 Days for Life groups,” people to a better understanding of life issues I was being interviewed. It was totally thrilling.” Conley says. “Some people just want to post and the power of prayer, so be it,” the long-time Tomeo asked her guest to read “The Prayer it on the refrigerator or keep it in their purse.” pastor concedes. for Life” which was authored by Father Joe Pem- Organizers are sending out the prayer as a Reciting the prayer is a way everyone can berton five years ago. Now rector of St. Patrick portable document format (PDF) so recipients become involved in promoting life. Cathedral, he crafted the prayer while pastor of can make their own copies. The prayer was not “Some people may not be comfortable stand- Holy Family. copyrighted. ing on the street (outside an abortion facility) Looking into the camera, Conley recited the “Fr. Joe said anyone who wants to use the but they are very willing to pray,” he points out. brief devotion for EWTN’s national audience. prayer or the image on the card is welcome to it,” “The prayer is reaching a lot of folks in a lot of “Teresa thought the prayer was wonderful she adds explaining the artwork depicts a statute places and that’s wonderful.”

PAGE 6 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 DIOCESE Mike Demma joins the Fort Worth diocesan staff as director of Respect Life Office

By Michele Baker lives of children, and in so doing to save to empower people to get out of their Correspondent souls. I believe the best path to that end chairs and get active in Pro-Life. is to focus on the hearts of our youth, the Mike Demma has joined the staff of faith of our adults, and to show compas- Most Catholics understand abortion the Diocese of Fort Worth as director of sion for those who have already made the as a central issue in Respect Life min- the Respect Life Office. Twice retired mistake with prayer being the biggest istries, but what are some of the other from business in the information tech- weapon we have. Abortion is everyone’s issues that encompass Respect Life? nology field, Demma is a Cursillista who problem. We proba bly won’t end it i n t h i s Life begins at conception and ends has always been active in parish life. He generation. It will be the next. at natural death. Our office is concerned a nd h i s w i fe of 45 ye a r s , A l a n a , h ave b e en with the complete spectrum of that from members of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Par- On a practical level, how do you birth — helping mothers and babies ish in Keller for the past 24 years. They anticipate putting that mission into — to end-of-life issues like euthanasia. raised six sons and have been blessed Mike Demma practice? But within Respect Life, abortion is a with 17 grandchildren (“Three of our in front of an abortion mill. People were In order to stop abortion we have top priority: stopping abortion, helping grandchildren are in Heaven, the result pr ay i n g. Pe ople were c ou n s e l i n g women. to build an army of faithful parishio- women, and compassion. Right now I’m of miscarriages,” Demma explained. My wife walked right in the midst of ners in organizations like the Knights focusing on saving babies, saving souls, “Naturally, we count them as well. We things and began praying, but I was so of Columbus, the Catholic Daughters, and raising awareness of all life issues. are pro-life.”). Warm, expressive, and blown away I had to just stand there and the Women’s Guilds. It has to be extremely sociable, Demma is never at and watch. When I came back to Texas at the parish level. So I want to focus a loss for words and very forthcoming I decided to do something. There are lies on helping parishes build their pro-life in responding to questions about his life told by those who are pro-abortion who programs. Civic action is good as well. and ministry. don’t want to admit there’s an American We need to do it, but in order to do it Holocaust taking place. How did you become involved in we must have an infrastructure. I want Respect Life? How do you see your role in the Respect When our son, Jonathan, became a Life ministry? CFR Brother (Franciscan Friars of the My m i s sion i s to c ont i nu a l ly i nc re a s e Renewal) in 2005, my wife and I went to awareness of what is happening in our see him. I got out of a cab in Manhattan country, to influence the saving of the

PAGE 7 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 Food Fast teaches Northwest Deanery teens solidarity with poor and hungry By Jenara Kocks Burgess A prayer room was designed to represent India with Correspondent images of Blessed Mother Theresa, an elephant, and a tiger, painted by volunteer Genie Buchanan, Held annually during Lent to teach teens and silk pillows for visitors to the room to sit on. solida rit y wit h t he poor, t his yea r’s Food Fa st drew Erazo said every year a guiding verse of Scrip- 81 teens in grades seven through 12, along with 32 ture for the retreat is displayed in the prayer room adults from Sacred Heart and Our Lady Queen of and printed on their retreat T-shirts. This year they Peace parishes in Wichita Falls, St. Joseph Parish used a quote from Blessed Mother Theresa: “If you in Rhineland, and St. Jude Parish in Burkburnett. cannot feed 100 people, then feed just one.” She Photo courtesy of Cassie Erazo Food Fast is an event that was created by Cassie Erazo leads teens in prayer in a makeshift said they incorporated Mother Theresa because C at hol ic R e l ie f S er v ic e s to a n s wer t he c a l l of you n g chapel representing Catholicism in India. she spent almost 70 years of her life dedicated to Catholics who want to respond to the needs of the the poorest of the poor in India and founded the poor around the world, according to a CRS press people in the world, noting more than 40 percent Missionaries of Charity religious order in Calcutta, release. Youth and adults abstain from food for of children younger than five are malnourished. whose sisters continue to serve India’s poor. 24 hours, and ask for donations to send to CRS “We also are blessed with multiple Indian The retreat ends each year with Mass and a to feed the poor. Catholic priests in our deanery, and learning about dinner at the parish hall. Sacred Heart youth minister Cassie Erazo their country of origin is a nice way of getting to “Ending the retreat with Palm Sunday Mass said that 19 teens and 28 adults serve on the team. know our pastors better,” she added. Father Aju was extremely moving,” said 17-year-old Rachel “We continue to offer this retreat because we Prince, HGN, sacramental minister for St. Joseph, Parkey, a senior at Notre Dame Catholic High believe in the real difference and positive impact and for Santa Rosa Parish in Knox City, and Fa- School in Wichita Falls. “It tied in the concept it is making both in the lives of the people the ther Albert Kanjiranthumkal, HGN, sacramental that Food Fast truly is a Lenten retreat and that donations go to as well as the difference it is mak- minister for Sacred Heart Parish in Seymour and we are all ‘one body, one spirit in Christ.’ We are ing in the hearts, minds, and souls of our young St. Mary of the Assumption Parish in Megargel, truly united with our brothers and sisters who people. It helps build responsible and compassion- both attended and shared their personal experi- celebrate the Eucharist around the world,” she said. ate global citizens who will live a more Christ-like ences of growing up in India. Hayli Otto, also a 17-year-old Notre Dame life,” said Erazo. Everything at the retreat centered on India senior and team member, added that “receiving Erazo said this year the retreat focused on from the guest speakers and videos from CRS to the Eucharist as your first morsel is the most ful- India because it has the largest number of hungry the decorations, prayer services, and fun activities. filling meal of all.” John Paul II Institute Summer Cycle scheduled for June 22-29, open to the public

The John Paul II Institute has June 22 and 29. English workshops announced its third annual Sum- on June 22 include “Theology of the mer Cycle. The two-week program Body”; “Challenges of caregiving: of lectures and ministry workshops giving care, taking care”; “Organiz- will be June 17-29 at three different ing an international sister-parish sites. It is intended for the general relationship”; and “Establishing public and parish workers. Eucharistic Adoration in your Being the Year of Faith, this parish.” On June 29, workshops year’s Summer Cycle will feature a include “Learning the Catechism series of lectures on the relevance of for personal growth, catechesis, Vatican II’s documents for today’s and evangelization”; “Using cur- Church. Juan Rendón of the Uni- rent technology in catechetical and versity of Dallas School of Ministry pastoral ministries”; and “Reducing will present the series in Spanish at family poverty.” Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Workshops are also planned South Fort Worth June 17-20. Father in Spanish with themes such as lay Jonathan Wallis, diocesan director preaching, Eucharistic adoration, of Catechesis, will give the series in pro-life ministry, among others. English at St. Maria Goretti Parish Complete program information in Arlington, June 24-27. and registration may be found on Saturday workshops will be the diocesan website or by calling he ld at Nol a n C at hol ic H i g h S c ho ol (817) 560-3300, ext. 262. PAGE 8 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 CATHOLIC CHARITIES Diocese of Fort Worth settles claims involving James Reilly Dental clinic helps clients afford new smiles The Diocese of Fort Worth ter for the Protection of Children and Trisha Kirkland, 32, used Monday reached a settlement agree- Young People adopted by the Bishops to be reluctant to talk to people. ment through mediation of claims of the United States in 2002. For almost 10 years, she covered brought against the Diocese by a The Diocese, in accordance her mouth with her hand while person who was allegedly abused with its policies, has actively sought speaking, feeling extremely self- by James Reilly. victims of abuse in the Arlington consciousness about her broken The name of the person involved parish where Reilly was assigned. and missing teeth. Thanks to is confidential at the request of the Reilly was assigned to St. Maria Catholic Charities Fort Worth victim. Terms of the settlement were Goretti Church in Arlington from (CCFW) and the agency’s not disclosed. 1969 through 1987. He retired in Bishop Kevin W. Vann Dental Diocesan Administrator Mon- 1987 and moved to Philadelphia. Clinic, however, Trisha now has signor Stephen J. Berg, in a statement He died in 1999. a big and beautiful smile to share shared with the victim, stated that The Diocese of Fort Worth asks with the world. “I was incarcerated for nine he is deeply sorry for any sexual that anyone who has either witnessed Photo by Juan Guajardo / NTC abuse the victim may have endured or has suffered sexual abuse by any- years,” she admits. An abusive Dr. Jennifer Chang, DDS, poses and suffered by Reilly. Msgr. Berg one who services the Church to come relationship and problems with with client Trisha Kirkland on informed the victim that he prays forward so that the individual and alcohol and drugs led to her years March 13 at Catholic Charities' that healing and reconciliation can the Church can continue the heal- in prison, where she focused on Bishop Kevin W. Vann Dental be achieved in the individual’s life. ing process. education, hard work, and ad- Clinic. The clinic provides safe, Msgr. Berg stresses that the To report abuse to the civil au- diction recovery. high-quality and affordable Catholic Diocese of Fort Worth thorities, call the Texas Department After her release six months dental care to clients and will address any charge of abuse as of Family Protective Services (Child a g o, Tr i s h a s ou g ht to a dd re s s her families. quickly and as pastorally as possible. Protective Services) at 1-800-252- dental issues, and found a warm “The Catholic Diocese of Fort 5400. To report abuse to the Diocese welcome at the CCFW’s new Worth and I are committed to en- of Fort Worth call Judy Locke, the dental clinic, housed in Catho- clinic’s small staff. suring that the Diocese’s policies are Victim Assistance Coordinator, at lic Charities’ campus at 249 W. “I think our patients benefit adhered to so we can prevent any (817) 560-2452, ext. 201 or e-mail Thornhill Drive in Fort Worth. from our positive spirit,” she says, future tragedy such as that which her at [email protected]. Persons Once her eligibility for services recalling an elderly client who has befallen the victims of abuse,” also can call the sexual abuse hotline, was established, the clinic den- had stopped attending church, he said. (817) 560-2452, ext. 900. Or call The tist, Dr. Jennifer Chang, began embarrassed by the loss of a The Diocese has been and is Catholic Center (817) 560-2452, the painstaking work of extract- crown on her front tooth. “She committed to being in compliance ext. 102 and ask for the Diocesan ing teeth, performing extensive didn’t think she could afford to with the requirements of the Char- Administrator Msgr. Stephen Berg. dental surgery, and, finally, replace it, but we were able to fitting Trisha with a full set of help her,” says Paige, noting that dentures. The services, which 658 established patients have General Construction Services would normally have cost ap- been seen in the clinic since its General construction work/repairs inside and out including topsoil, proximately $6,000, cost $2,400 opening Oct. 8 of last year. sand, gravel, washed materials, driveways, concrete, backhoe, and at the clinic’s discounted rates. Dr. Chang, an active tractor services. Custom mowing lots and acres. Call (817) 732-4083. “I k now this will help me so member of St. Thomas Aquinas much in finding employment,” Church in Dallas, says she says Trisha. “Words can’t express is “deeply thankful” for the how much they [the clinic staff] opportunity to be a part of have helped me and how wonder- Catholic Charities’ mission To Report Misconduct ful they are. I love coming here, to help clients become self- If you or someone you know is a victim of sexual misconduct by anyone who serves the church, you may because I feel like I’m coming to sufficient. “We really care,” she ․ Call Judy Locke, victim assistance coordinator, (817) 560-2452 ext. 201 or see friends who care about me.” says. “We feel that great dental e-mail her at [email protected] Paige Schramm, who serves care is one step on a path that ․ Or call the Sexual Abuse Hot-line (817) 560-2462 ext. 102 and ask for the as program manager for the clinic, helps our clients move forward moderator of the curia, Msgr. Stephen Berg says that Dr. Chang’s warmheart- in life.” To Report Abuse ed approach to dentistry makes Call the Texas Department of Family Protective Services (Child Protective the workplace “a wonderful place For more information, call CCFW Services at (800) 252-5400 to be” for all the members of the at (817) 289-3882.

PAGE 9 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 LIGHTER & BRIGHTER

A worker paints a colossal statue of Blessed John Paul Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of Louisville, Kentucky, vice An early edition of the encyclical Peace on Earth II in Czestochowa, Poland, April 7. The new monu- president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, (Pacem in Terris) is pictured next to a photo of its ment to the late Polish pope measures 46-feet tall. left, signs a response to the Rev. Martin Luther King author, Pope John XXIII. The landmark papal letter (CNS photo/Agencja Gazeta, via Reuters) Jr.’s “Letter from Birmingham Jail” at St. Paul United addressing universal human rights and relations Methodist Church in Birmingham, Alabama, April 15. between states marks its 50th anniversary April 11. The development of the response letter and its signing (CNS photo/Nancy Phelan Wiechec) commemorated the 50th anniversary of Rev. King's letter. The effort was organized by Christian Churches Together, an ecumenical organization concerned with issues such as immigration, poverty, and racial injus- tice, sponsored a commemoration of the anniversary of the letter. (CNS photo/Mary D. Dillard, ONE VOICE)

Rwandan genocide survivor Immaculee Ilibagiza has become an American citizen. A best-selling author, Ilibagiza has given talks around the country about John Browne Ayes, left, who is a descendant of Juan the 1994 slaughter in her home country and how her Ponce de Leon, participates in an April 2 re-enactment Catholic faith and trust in God helped her survive. of his ancestor’s arrival to Florida. The gathering She is seen in a 2012 photo at the papal villa in Castel on the sand and a Mass that day at Immaculate Gandolfo, Italy. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) Nuns from Indonesia pose for a photo as they attend Conception Church in Melbourne Beach were part Pope Francis' general audience in St. Peter's Square of a 500th anniversary celebration of the explorer's at the Vatican April 17. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) arrival. (CNS photo/Susan Schulz) Cross-Words By Mark Simeroth www.sheepdotcom.com Across & Down: 1. The “Iscariot” 4. Nimble 2. Procedure 5. Passover Feast 3. He Slew Goliath

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New Pope, New Evangelization, plus new technology

THE FIRST POPE I REALLY RE- Jeff Hedglen is the Campus MEMBER WAS JOHN PAUL I. I was Minister at UTA and associate in junior high when he was elected and The New Evangelization that John director of Young Adult Ministry for t hen d ie d 33 d ay s l ater. A s a 13 -ye a r- old the diocese. He is also the primary kid what was happening with the pope Paul II called for and Benedict XVI convener of Camp Fort Worth’s was not in the forefront of my mind. many editions. But the strange circumstances of his continued to push for has come alive short papacy caught my attention, and I began to be slightly aware of what was in a new way as a direct result of happening in Rome. details on who the newly elected Pope As my teen years continued, I was social media and the fresh face of the Francis was almost immediately after marginally aware of John Paul II, but he appeared to say “hello” and ask for in 1987, my second year as a youth lived Gospel found in Pope Francis. the world’s prayers. minister, World Youth Day occurred It was a joy to sit back and watch in Buenos Aires, and all of my atten- #popefrancisrocks my Fa c eb o ok ne w s fe e d a nd s e e s o muc h tion was now focused on this young, excitement about our new pontiff. vibrant, youth-loving pope. Though I Everything Pope Francis did and said did not attend, I watched, and though was either shared or commented on the media coverage was not pervasive, whelming. We were all reminded of the world, and I do mean the world, abuzz constantly for the first few days. I saw I did follow it. When it was reported f a r-re a c h i n g i mpa c t of t h i s or ph a n p op e with who his replacement would be. posts from folks of all ages and many that half a million youth and young whose origins were in occupied Poland. When John Paul II was elected there posts of excitement and awe from many adults attended, I was shocked, stoked, The question quickly became who could was no Internet. Benedict was elected non-Catholic friends. Even our own and inspired. replace such an immense figure. the year Facebook was founded. Eight NTC editor Jeff Hensley was caught Shortly after this, I began a masters Enter Benedict XVI, a man widely years later Facebook has one billion us- up in the excitement as seen in this in theology program where we had to known for dealing with the difficult ers worldwide and Twitter has over 500 March 14 post: “this is awfully darned read many of the encyclicals of John issues confronting the Church when he million users. This reality caused the exciting, and this is indeed a new day Paul II. I was worried this would be an served as the Prefect of the Congrega- announcement of Benedict’s retirement in the Church. Francis is humbly pio- arduous task beyond my ability, but I tion for the Doctrine of the Faith. His and the fervor around the election of a neering it for the rest of us.” Another quickly learned his writings were not role then was to protect and defend the new pope to reach fever pitch, “blow- friend remarked on the fact that the first only approachable, they were inspiring, Church’s dogma throughout the world. ing up” Facebook and Twitter feeds thing she does each day is to scour the faith-affirming, challenging, and filled As pope, though his theological outlook everywhere. Internet for what Francis said yesterday. with exhortations to surrender to Jesus, remained steady, the public perception Having worked in youth and young As with most things in the Internet live for Jesus, embrace the Church of of his tone softened, as people became adult ministry for 26 years, I had a age, the excitement has waned a bit, Jesus, and spread the message of Jesus’ more familiar with his heart through his unique vantage point as I watched these but there is no denying that the New love to the world. writings, including the first encyclical events unfold. Most of my Facebook Evangelization that John Paul II ca lled Needless to say, I fell in love with of his papacy, Deus Caritas Est (God is friends and Twitter followers are under for and Benedict continued to push for Joh n Pau l I I. W hen he d ied i n 20 05, h is Love). He went on to write a marvel- the age of 30, and they were voracious has come alive in a new way as a direct passing affected me deeply. The media ous series of books on the life of Jesus. in their consumption with everything result of social media and the fresh coverage of his death, and the ceremony His relatively short pontificate — pope-related — from moment-by- face of the lived Gospel found in Pope and events surrounding it, was over- by John Paul II’s standards — left the moment “pope smoke” updates to Francis. #popefrancisrocks

PAGE 11 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 VOICE

Christianity’s Unhappy Times making the the happy times brighter

By David Mills

THE COVERS REALLY HAVE TO “POP,” THE BOOK DESIGNER TOLD ME. The people wandering down the aisles won’t buy a book they don’t notice. It needs a cover that jumps out at people, makes them pick it up and leave all the other books beside it on the shelf. You can make the cover pop by using con- trasting colors, like a red picture on a black back- ground or blue lettering on a yellow stripe. The dark color makes the light color brighter and the light color makes the dark color deeper. Someone glancing at the shelves will see this kind of cover when he won’t even notice duller ones. I thought of this on Good Friday as I walked the Way of the Cross held in New York by Communion and Liberation. It begins at the cathedral in Brooklyn, goes over the Brooklyn Bridge, and winds up at St. Peter’s church in lower Manhattan, with stations along the way. It takes about four hours. Walking the Way of the Cross drove home the contrast between my own sins and what have told me that confessing your sins to a priest ourselves. For any of us to say “I’m not perfect” Christ had suffered for us. Most people walking is “morbid” and “sick.” One man indignantly is like a small college pitcher with a 10.47 ERA by didn’t seem to notice or care what we were do- told me that anyone who told a priest about his saying “I’m not ready for the major leagues.” ing, but many stared and pointed, and every now sins had to be messed up. (He said it more rudely We’re not just not perfect, we’re really not that and then someone rolled his eyes or shrugged than that.) What you did was none of the priest’s good. and laughed. Some, judging from the looks on business. This man had spent years spilling his Many people do feel guilty, whatever they their faces, couldn’t figure out what in the world guts to a psychotherapist, which I pointed out, say. That comes out if you let them talk. They all these people were doing. but that, he insisted, was different. may feel guilty in general or guilty about some- We meet lots of secular people who like People I’ve talked to about this don’t like thing in particular but they know they’ve sinned Christianity’s happy times, especially Christmas the unhappy parts of the Christian life partly even if they don’t like the term. and Easter. They may not believe any of it and because they don’t have a very good sense of When we talk about sin, we are asking them they may not know all the details, or care about sin, or any real sense of sin at all. Some people to see a truth that will make them happier. There them, but they like the idea of that baby in the will tell you “I’m okay” or “I’m a good person” are benefits to seeing yourself as a sinner and manger and that empty tomb. Those stories are or “I’m good enough.” About the most negative pushing through Christianity’s unhappy times. happy and cheerful and life-affirming and all statement you’ll hear is “Look, I’m not perfect,” The darkness you see and feel makes Christian- that. but that really means “I’m pretty much okay.” If ity’s happy times all the brighter. To have said But Christianity’s unhappy times, those they that’s true, why depress yourself with Lent and “Crucify him!” on Good Friday helps you say don’t understand at all. When they know the de- Good Friday and truck over to the church on “He is risen!” with fist-pumping joy on Easter. tails, they often dislike them. The long period of Saturday to tell the priest you’re a sinner? Good Friday makes Easter pop. Lent seems weird, and so does fasting on Fridays I know exactly how they feel and most of and ashes on Ash Wednesday. Good Friday looks the time feel that way myself. But still, we know David Mills is executive editor of First Things like a real downer. they’re wrong. The evidence is right out in the (www.firstthings.com) and author of DISCOVERING Confession can really bother them. People open. We can look at them and we can look at MARY.

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Times of silence connect us to God and our authentic self

By Mary Morelli

EVERY YEAR, AS MY YOUNGEST SON’S MARCH 19 BIRTHDAY COMES AND GOES, I am reminded of an unusual encounter on the feast of St. Joseph many cel- ebrations ago when I met Elvis in the parking lot of Dunkin’ Donuts. I knew it was him because he pulled up next to me in an Elvis car, with wings on the back. He had Elvis hair, dark and swirled up in the front; Elvis sunglasses, large and black, and an Elvis belt, covered with silver. He even had an Elvis swagger and a crooked Elvis smile. Being raised in the commercial genera- tion, my first inclination was to ask, “Is it live or is it Memorex?” As I rolled down my window to hear his conversation with another patron, the image was shattered by his voice, which had a strange Mickey Mouse quality to it. Painting of St. Joseph in his workshop by Gerrit van Honthorst I couldn’t help but smile at the thought of “hunka hunka burning love” being sung in on the surface, to craft that which we wish whose silence in the Gospel, “does not dem- high-speed falsetto. people to think about us, but to do so is onstrate an empty interior, but rather the Of course, he wasn’t Elvis. We all know to deny the person God created us to be. fullness of faith that he carries in his heart,” he’s dead and buried. But the art of imitation Besides, our humanity does not live on the a silence that is “permeated with the contem- has reached its height with him. surface. Our humanity and our authentic plation of the mystery of God, in an attitude There are many people who work hard self reside at the level of soul, formed in the of total availability to the divine will.” at defining themselves by an identity that’s deep recesses of our interior lives where we Such silence is the key to authenticity. not genuine. It may not be so dramatic as can experience and respond to the mystery Without it we are not able to cultivate a attempting to imitate a rock-and-roll legend, of God. spirit of interior recollection. Most impor- but when you get to know them at a deeper I recently read a book excerpt about a tantly, without it, we are unable to listen to level you discover that what you thought was novice master who once responded when God — the source of all that is real. real is actually contrived. asked about a life lived in Christian authen- In his book, Crafting the Soul, Rabbi ticity “... that to be a Christian was not to “It is not exaggerated to say that Jesus will Byron Sherwin, writes, “. . . rather than liv- know the answers but to begin to live in learn — on a human level — precisely ing one’s life as an imitation of the life of an- the part of the self where the question is from ‘ father’ Joseph this intense interior other, one should look to find the authentic born. …” He was speaking of an attitude life, which is the condition of authentic self within . . An individual who denies his of listening, of awareness of presence, of an righteousness, the ‘interior righteousness,’ or her own individuality articulates life with openness to mystery. which one day he will teach to his a voice other than that which is uniquely his St. Joseph was such a person. Our disciples.” or her own. A person who suppresses his or knowledge of the adoptive father of Jesus — Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI her own self is in danger of missing the point comes more from what isn’t said about him of his or her own existence, of surrendering in Scripture than what is. Mary Morrell serves as managing editor of THE what being human means.” Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI once spoke MONITOR, the newspaper of the Diocese of It is easy to manipulate what others see of St. Joseph as a model of recollection, Trenton, New Jersey.

PAGE 13 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 SEEKING GOD’S PATH VOCATIONS

Good Shepherd Sunday, held on the Fourth Sunday of Easter, was held on April 21 of this year. The annual celebration is used throughout the Church to increase support, financial and other, for seminarians and vocations to the priesthood and religious life. Diocesan Vocations Director Father Isaac Orozco sat down with the NORTH TEXAS C ATHOLIC to share Father Isaac Orozco his thoughts about the significance of Good Shepherd Sunday and vocations in general. Director of Vocations

NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC: FR. ISAAC: Archbishop Gustavo so that Good Shepherd Sunday being FR. ISAAC: We l l e ver y p er s on c a n pr ay Thanks for meeting with me. We don’t Garcia-Siller of San Antonio has been right after Easter ties in that idea that that more young men and women look have a bishop at the moment and a lot of invited to do the ordinations because the priests in our Church are connected to religious life and specifically that people are wondering what this means he’s our metropolitan archbishop and concretely to the resurrection, and that more men are open to the possibility for vocations in our diocese. What’s the he graciously said yes. So I’m excited all of us as lay faithful are invited to of discerning priesthood. And through state of vocations, and what do you want that our metropolitan gets to come see the priesthood as part of the way that prayer, hopefully, they’ll get ideas to say to the people about the state of down to Vietnamese Martyrs on June that Jesus keeps his promise to lead about how to support that. Also, I vocations in our diocese? 29, the feast of Sts. Peter and Paul to the Church until the second coming. think it’s a conversion of heart for our ordain Deacon James Wilcox and Dea- parishioners. Unfortunately, I’ve found FR. ISAAC OROZCO: The state of con Khoi Tran [to the priesthood], in NTC: How are our seminarians sup- that too many parents don’t want their vocations is good. We have a stable and the absence of a bishop. ported on Good Shepherd Sunday. I sons to become priests — that’s a sur- growing number of seminarians, and know that as lay faithful, we are called prising obstacle that I’ve encountered. overall, the seminaries who train our NTC: This interview will be coming to give of our time, talent, and treasure. They have actively discouraged or tried seminarians for priesthood are doing out right after Good Shepherd Sun- In what ways does that go to support to talk their sons out of even thinking a good job. From what I can see, the day, which is the Fourth Sunday of the seminarians? about it. That has happened on several guys continue to be faithful, inspired, Easter. What’s the connection to the occasions, where young men have ap- and excited about what God has in store Easter Season? FR. ISAAC: Number one is that our proached me who were thinking about for them. ... As far as recruiting efforts seminarians get more visibility — we ac- it with no support from their parents. go, we’re doing pretty well in that area, FR. ISAAC: Think about it — who’s tually talk about them. It’s a time where So prayer, hopefully, will help some of too. I have a list of about 15 guys at any the Good Shepherd? It’s Jesus. And one the diocese gets to talk about vocations these parents be more open to what given time who are interested in learn- of the earliest Christian images in caves and recognizes “Well who do we have? their son is already open to. ing more about the seminary and what is the Good Shepherd with the sheep How many do we have? Where are they the priesthood is about, and so I keep or the lamb over his shoulders. In the studying? What are they doing?” Some NTC: T h at k i nd of fol low s i nto my ne x t in contact with them on a regular basis Gospel of John chapter 10, [Jesus] says seminarians even go out to parishes and and last question, really. What message to help them informally discern. So the “I am the Good Shepherd ... my sheep give a little talk about how the collec- do you want to convey to the people of state of vocations is good. know me, they know my voice,” and tion is used directly for the benefit of the diocese? What I would want people to know talks about how the Good Shepherd lays our seminarians. The collections that is that everyone can play a part in sup- dow n h i s l i fe. He s ay s t h i s a s he prepa re s are taken up on Good Shepherd Sunday FR. ISAAC: Just to support their priests porting vocations. On a local level, every for his own Passion to let people know are put to the rather expensive cost of and support young men and women who parish can contribute to that support by that even though he will suffer and die, college preparation, which is necessary, want to step up and be involved in the fostering an environment that supports he will rise again and take up his life for but grows as the number of seminar- Church in a way that involves sacrifice, vocations whether it be through prayer the benefit of his flock. So Good Shep- ians grows. So it’s a good problem to that is very intimate, and in a way that’s or through the various programs within herd Sunday being the Fourth Sunday have — that more seminarians means it totally self-giving. We’re always going the parish always mentioning the need after Easter reminds us of what Jesus costs us more, but that also means that to have people called to the married for priests and what the priesthood is all said on the way to Jerusalem or as he in the future we’ll have more priests to life. That’s a big part of us. But there’s about, and also about the religious life. prepared for that, so that we who are staff parishes, which also means more always going to be fewer numbers of And people can always encourage young still suffering, still waiting for Christ, priests can be present for baptisms, for priests, so we really have to be active in men and young women they see within and hoping in his second coming, are witnessing marriages, for confessions, searching out and preparing those future their parishes to consider the religious reminded of that promise. for hospital visits, for working with leaders. We can’t take it for granted. life and serving the Church in that ca- And that’s connected to vocations youth, for every other ministry. So it’s Good Shepherd Sunday is an occasion pacity. A lot of people take for granted because what are our priests other than a significant contribution that fits into for us not to take it for granted, and to the fact that they have a direct role in a physical reminder of Jesus’ promise to our long-range planning, but also our be active in supporting vocations, ... vocations by just encouraging them. care for the Church. You think about it current needs. and present to the people how that is — every priest who is in charge of a par- directly related to the vitality and life NTC: Are ordinations going to continue ish is called a pastor, and pastor comes NTC: What about prayer? In what ways of their own local parish. as scheduled? from the word for “shepherd.” And can the people pray for our seminarians?

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By Joan Kurkowski-Gillen “The Lord will see us through Correspondent this,” said the pastor in his homily. “We’re all grieving but we can sup- Father Ed Karasek was driv- port each other.” ing home from a meeting in Austin In the spirit of that message, April 17 when reports of a massive Assumption hosted an interde- explosion at a fertilizer plant in nominational prayer service for the West, Texas, came across the radio. community April 18. Prayers and The tragedy’s human toll hit home calls of concern continue to pour quickly for the pastor of St. Mary, into the church office. Church of the Assumption in West. “We’ve gotten calls from Vatican One of the first responders killed in Radio and Sky News,” Fr. Karasek the magnitude 2.1 blast was the son added. “People from all over the of parish secretary Carolyn Pustejo- country are offering their support and ABOVE: A young woman prays during vsky. Joey Pustejovsky was a volunteer prayers and we really appreciate it.” a candlelight vigil April 18 at the fireman and city secretary for the “It’s been a busy 18 hours for us,” Church of the Assumption in West in heavily Czech-Catholic community admitted Deacon Denver Crawley, remembrance of those who lost their located 20 miles north of Waco off who serves several nearby parishes in lives or were injured. (CNS photo/Jaime R. Carrero, Reuters) • INSET: A vehicle Interstate 35. the Fort Worth Diocese. “Two of our is seen near the burning remains of a fertilizer plant in West April 18. Rescue West is in the Diocese of Aus- parishioners live inside the blast zone workers searched rubble for survivors. (CNS photo/Mike Stone, Reuters) tin, but borders the Diocese of Fort and we’ve been talking to them.” Worth. Dcn. Crawley told the North Approximately 200 others were Texas Catholic his friends were physi- evening and early morning hours “At one and two o’clock in injured in the industrial explosion cally and spiritually fine but shaken. after the tragedy ministering to the the morning there were nine or 10 that followed a 7:29 p.m. fire alarm “The wife, who is our organ- injured arriving by ambulance and different ministers from different at the plant where volatile ammoni- ist at Nativity of the Blessed Virgin car to the Hillsboro Medical Center. churches there and we were all doing um nitrate was used to manufacture Mary [Parish] in Penelope, was Most had no idea what caused the the same thing,” he recalled. “Just fertilizer. At press time, there were blown from her living room into explosive bang and percussion that trying to console people. It was an 14 confirmed deaths. her kitchen. She was cut up with sent them to a hospital. incredible thing.” “This is just devastating,” debris and glass but the injuries are “They told me it was like the Monsignor Stephen Berg, dioc- said Fr. Karasek who spent most minor,” he said. biggest sonic boom you’ve ever esan administrator of the Diocese of Thursday morning comforting The three parishes the deacon heard,” he remembered. “Then they of Fort Worth, offered prayers and grieving families. “We’ve lost pa- serves — Nativity of the Blessed showed me pictures of cars crushed support to the people of West and rishioners and a lot of people lost Virgin Mary, Our Lady of Mercy like beer cans.” the Diocese of Austin after the April. homes. People are in shock.” i n H i l l sb oro, a nd I m m a c u l ate He a r t The priest let victims use his 17 explosion. Catholic Charities of The explosion cut a six-block of Mary in Abbot — have already cell phone to contact relatives. He Fort Worth will work with Catholic swath of destruction across the laid- started relief efforts to help victims. traveled to a Red Cross shelter set Charities of Austin to coordinate back town of 2,800 best known for Donations are being channeled up in neighboring Abbott the fol- further assistance. its Czech bakeries, kolaches, and through the McLennon County lowing day to deliver bottled water, “We extend the support of annual Westfest heritage event. Stain Sheriff’s Department. blankets, and messages returned the Diocese of Fort Worth to the glass windows inside Assumption, “This is a very Catholic area. on his phone by concerned family people of West and the Diocese of located 10 block s from the site of the The people are very close and members. Austin as they struggle through this explosion, were broken but there was they’re all family to one another,” In the wake of a shocking, life- devastation,” said Msgr. Berg who no other damage to the sanctuary. Dcn. Crawley said describing the altering event, the best thing you can spoke personally to Bishop Joseph Other churches in the northern part small towns between Waco and offer people is your calming presence, Vasquez in Austin. “Bishop Vasquez of the town were heavily impacted by Fort Worth settled by Czech im- Fr. Kennedy explained. Knowing the says there is a great need at this time the blast heard 45 miles away. Two migrants in the 1850s. “They have area’s predominantly Catholic popu- for financial assistance for blood public schools, a nursing home, and a tremendous faith in God and a lation would look to the Church for donations for the victims. I ask the 50-unit apartment complex were belief that He overcomes all evil help during the crisis weighed heavily people of the Diocese of Fort Worth reduced to rubble. and all sadness. It’s our faith in the on his mind as he drove down back to respond generously to these needs During a Mass celebrated the risen Christ that gets us through.” roads toward the Hillsboro hospital and take heart from the call of Pope morning after the explosion, Fr. Fat her Tom Kennedy, pa stor of to avoid a clogged I-35. The priest Francis to, ‘Please join me in praying Karasek tried to encourage devas- Holy A ngel s Pa ri sh i n Cl i f ton i n t he found 40 people waiting for medical for the victims of the explosion in tated parishioners. Diocese of Fort Worth, spent the treatment when he arrived. Texas and their families.’”

PAGE 16 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 starting Live Action as just a youth group in Pro-life without fear my living room with some friends that 10 years CONTINUED FROM PAGE 32 down the road I would get to be a part this,” she told about 250 students at Nolan. try, but allegations of sexual abuse cover-ups, “I feel very blessed.” violations of parental consent and notification She encouraged the students to pray to laws, and medical misinformation at abortion God about ways they can become involved in facilities. Through Live Action, Lila has led the Culture of Life. undercover teams of young people at Planned Nolan Catholic High School gave Lila Rose a warm “I believe in my whole heart that we as Parenthood facilities across the country. reception in mid-February. Pictured, from left, are young people can stand up and say we reject the In 2007, after her first two undercover Principal Cathy Buckingham, Lila Rose, Sean Gillen, culture of death, the abortion of our parents’ investigations as a UCLA college student un- Hannah Knight, Charlton Nguyen, Victoria Torrent, generation. We reject this. We want something covered racism within the abortion industry, Maddie Muskrat, Juan Piceno, and Lifesavers Club more. We want an America that protects and Lila said pressures began mounting from the Moderator, Toni Corbett. Corbett teaches theology respects human life. abortion industry, with threats of lawsuits about and brought her students to hear about Live Action “If we demand this from our politicians, videos she was posting online. after Cyndi Seger of the Legatus Chapter of Fort from our media, from ourselves, from each Not knowing quite where to turn for help, Worth arranged for Lila’s visit at the school. other, from our communities, and take action Lila prayed to God. “I asked for his help, and in our churches — if we demand this — we will said, ‘God, you’re in charge.’” free legal help, donations, and a groundswell create a pro-life America. We will create a cul- Within just a few days, said Lila, she of support from pro-lifers around the country. ture of life. We will revolutionize our country,” received a call from the “The O’Reilly Factor” Since then, Lila has appeared with Laura Ingra- she said. on the Fox News Channel. Shortly thereafter, ham, Glenn Beck, Mike Huckabee, and a host “But it starts with each one of us,” she told the UCLA freshman was on the news show of others. students. “Figure out what your role is. Start with Bill O’Reilly. Parts of one of her under- In a swing through Fort Worth recently, doing your own research. Ask God to show you cover tapes were shown and millions of viewers Lila shared her story with Catholic business ex- what he has in store for you.” discovered the work of the energetic pro-life ecutives at the Fort Worth Chapter of Legatus. “And if you open up your heart to what activist and her Live Action movement. She also spoke to students at Nolan Catholic God has planned for you, He will show you, He Lila’s prayers were answered. As a result of High School in Fort Worth. will love you, and He will make such an amaz- her television appearance, Live Action received “I would never have imagined when I was ing adventure of your life.

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PAGE 17 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 PAGE 18 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 Holy Family student wins North Texas Reading Bee Reading at a college freshman level, second-grader Sam Willey keeps alive the tradition of a Catholic school student winning the annual competition By Jerry Circelli / Correspondent

THE FRUSTRATION WAS ALMOST TOO MUCH Jules Verne. FOR 7-YEAR-OLD SAM WILLEY TO BEAR AS HE Ask Sam what the books are about and LISTENED TO THE JUDGES ANNOUNCE THE FINAL he will go into great detail. In 20,000 Leagues RANKINGS FOR THE NORTH TEXAS READING Under the Sea, for example, Sam will tell you BEE, SPONSORED BY SCORE A GOAL IN THE all about Captain Nemo and the crew of the CLASSROOM. Sam had been selected by his Nautilus, including details about the underwa- teacher at Holy Family School in Fort Worth ter breathing tanks used by the early subma- to compete against the best readers from 43 rine’s divers. other private schools and 39 public schools When it comes to reading comprehension, in North Texas. In all, the 83 students in the it’s tough to beat this North Texas Reading Photo by Jerry Circelli final competition last fall were selected as the Bee champion. He often reads books twice, Sam and his mother, Maria, take a moment in best second-grade readers from among a field just in case he missed something the first time the library of Holy Family School to show Sam’s of nearly 70,000. But only one would clinch around. awards for winning the North Texas Reading the North Texas Reading Bee Championship. “What impresses me most about his Bee. Sam comes from a family of readers and is As judges read off a long list of award ability is not just that he reads like a college surrounded by books at his school. winners at Texas Christian University in Fort student,” said his second-grade teacher, Mary Worth at the conclusion of the competition, Salerno, “but that he comprehends on that not once were they mentioning Sam Willey’s level also.” Sam, of course, is a frequent visitor to that name. They had totally forgotten him, the On average, Sam spends more than two library and explained his selection process for youngster thought, greatly disappointed that hours a day reading. His mother, Maria, and reading material. It’s simple, Sam said. “If it he didn’t even seem to be in the top 10. Hope father, Rod, have always read to Sam and his looks good, I might get it. Or I might look at was dwindling as the final names were read. two siblings. It has served as a basis for Sam’s a few pages inside, and if it looks interesting, “They said fifth, then fourth, then third, interest, but he obviously possesses a passion to then I check it out. And it’s not how long it is and then second,” said Sam. “And then they continue reading on his own. that matters. It’s how good it is and if it’s fun finally said first place — and my name!” Sam likes page-turners — those books to read.” It took the youngster by surprise. “I that just make you want to keep reading. From his experience as executive direc- couldn’t believe that I was in first place.” “Sometimes when I’m reading and I have to go tor of Score a Goal in the Classroom, which Those who know Sam certainly weren’t sur- to bed, I ‘accidentally’ read a few words of the challenges teachers and students to strive for prised. From his reading evaluation by a panel next chapter,” Sam admits. “Then I just start excellence, Horn said Sam is among the best of North Texas Reading Bee judges, it was thinking about it.” and brightest to come along in the com- determined that the remarkable and gifted Books seem to be all around Sam. His petition. And he pointed out a fact that he second-grader reads at the college freshman mother is a book collector, always on the said truly speaks to the quality of education level. lookout for interesting children’s titles, and at Catholic schools in the Diocese of Fort “That young man is amazing,” said Ernie books are central to Sam’s education. At Holy Worth. Horn, executive director of Score a Goal in Family School, reading is an important part of “The last three reading bee championships the Classroom. “He’s such a bright student, the curriculum. Even the layout of the school have all been won by students from Catholic very engaged, and it’s obvious that he certainly emphasizes the importance of books, as all the schools,” said Horn. loves to read.” classrooms surround the library. In addition to Sam’s 2012 North Texas Sam’s passion for reading is quite evident. That actually evolved over time, explained Reading Bee Championship award, Mary When he sat down for his interview with the Jennifer Tayag, development director of Holy Grace McGann, from St. Peter the Apostle North Texas Catholic in the library of Holy Family. She said the school was originally built School in White Settlement, won the champi- Family School, he had with him some of his on an open-classroom concept design. The onship in 2011. In 2010, Max McGaughy of favorite books. It is an eclectic collection, rang- open area was later transformed into the pres- St. John the Apostle School in North Richland ing from the German fairy tale Rumpelstiltskin, ent library, and classrooms were added around Hills read his way to the championship. by the Brothers Grimm, to the classic science it. The result, she said, has made the library “I’d say that’s quite a compliment to fiction book 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea, by “the heart” of the school. Catholic education,” said Horn.

PAGE 19 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 Pope Francis greets Cardinal Angelo Sodano, dean of the College of Pilgrims wave flags, including the Argentine flag (blue and Argentine Cardinal Jorge Mario Be Cardinals, after receiving his ring from Cardinal Sodano during his white), as the pope walks through St. Peter’s Square before pictured traveling by subway in B inaugural Mass. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) celebrating his inaugural Mass. (CNS photo/Paul Haring) Fernandez Otero, Clarin handout v Who exactly is Pope Francis? Getting acquainted with the new Bishop of Rome By Juan Guajardo / Correspondent

AT 7:06 P.M. ROME TIME MARCH 13, WHITE of the Church has become known more spe- SMOKE RISING FROM THE CHIMNEY OF THE cifically for his servant’s attitude (during a visit HE CONNECTS WITH HIS PEOPLE SISTINE CHAPEL SIGNALED THAT A POPE HAD to a hospice in 2001, he washed and kissed the During his announcement to the world BEEN CHOSEN. About an hour later, the 266th feet of 12 AIDS patients). on Wednesday night, Pope Francis spoke fa- pope, a quiet man wearing a shy smile and “If you look at his background, it’s far- miliarly and conversationally with the crowd simple white vestments, emerged from behind reaching at several points,” said Marlon de la in attendance, addressing them, “Brothers and the curtained doorway of the second story of Torre, diocesan director of Children’s Cat- sisters, good evening!” and asking them to pray St. Peter Basilica. echesis and Catechist Formation. “If you have for him, before bestowing his apostolic blessing To many onlookers that day, the name a compass, he’s going north, south, east, and on them. “His request to the people for silent Jorge Mario Bergoglio brought much excite- west… It’s a microcosm of everything. As a prayer to invoke God’s blessing on this new ment but didn’t quite ring a bell. So who ex- universal Church, he is a universal man.” bishop was unheard of and stunning,” reflect- actly is Pope Francis? Here are some details to ed L’Osservatore Romano in an editorial. get you better acquainted with the new Bishop HE IS DOWN TO EARTH De La Torre agrees, “The fact that he of Rome. The story of Pope Francis’ habit of riding asked for everybody to pray for him first the bus to work, living in an unpretentious before he gave his apostolic papal blessing to HE HAS A SENSE OF HUMOR apartment, and cooking his own dinners as everybody, that speaks volumes. What man At a dinner with the cardinals at Casa archbishop of Buenos Aires has spread quickly. would be able to calm hundreds of thousands Santa Marta the day of his election, the His actions during his first few days as pope of people at St. Peter’s square to pray in silence characteristically humble Pope Francis kept indicate Francis will continue practicing the for him? That’s very revealing of how he’s go- the mood light, joking with them about their spirit of poverty that he preaches. ing to handle and lead the Church…. That’s a choice to elect him. Cardinal Timothy Dolan On March 13, Cardinal Dolan told the servant of the servants of God.” of New York told the National Catholic Reg- Register that the newly elected pope rode the Then the next morning, Pope Francis ister, “When the secretary of the state toasted minibus with the cardinals back to the Santa stopped by the residence he stayed at during to him, he toasted back to us and said, ‘I hope Marta residence rather than ride in the papal the conclave and paid his bill, picked up his God forgives you.’” car — a Mercedes-Benz with the license plate own bags, and personally greeted the atten- “Stato Vaticano 1.” The pope also declined dants and housekeeping staff before heading HE IS A UNIVERSAL MAN wearing the usual papal fittings — an elegant off. The same day, on his way to the Basilica of He is a cardinal born and raised in Argen- gold pectoral cross and ermine-trimmed red St. Mary Major to pray to the Virgin Mary, he tina, a country at “the ends of the earth,” as he mozzetta (cape) — opting instead to wear a stopped to wave hello to a group of high school put it. He is the son of middle-class Italian im- simple white cassock and the cross he used as a students, wrote John Thavis, a Vatican watcher migrants. He is fluent in Italian, Spanish and bishop. Indeed, L’Osservatore Romano reported and author of The Vatican Diaries. German. He was a university professor. He that Pope Francis has been known to say, “My is the first Jesuit ever to be chosen pope. He people are poor and I am one of them.” HE DEFENDS OUR FAITH studied in Chile, finished his doctoral studies Father Jonathan Wallis, diocesan director There’s a misconception that clergy with in Germany and has authored various books. of Catechesis finds this simplicity impressive. a strong sense of social justice sometimes offer He’s held various leadership positions and “There seems to be a great personal humility weaker support for and promotion of Church quickly rose through Church ranks when he and also a real focus toward the Church’s mis- became a bishop in 1992. Even so, this prince sion,” he said. CONTINUED ON PAGE 22

PAGE 20 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 ergoglio, right, now Pope Francis, is A statue of St. Francis of Assisi is seen at Graymoor, Pope Francis checks out of the Church-run residence March 14 Buenos Aires in 2008. (CNS photo/Diego headquarters of the Franciscan Friars and Sisters of the where he had stayed in Rome before becoming pontiff. The via Reuters) Atonement, in Garrison, New York. Pope Francis is the first pope returned to the residence and insisted on paying the bill, pontiff to name himself after the 13th-century saint. (CNS despite now effectively being in charge of the business, the photo/Gregory A. Shemitz) Vatican said. (CNS photo/L'Osservatore Romano) What’s in a name? The meaning behind the Pope’s choice of ‘Francis’ By Joan Kurkowski-Gillen / Correspondent

HE’S A JESUIT POPE WITH A FRANCISCAN NAME. of Egypt. A three-week dialogue failed but left Origins of Catholicism, said by picking a name When Cardinal Jean-Louis Tauran an- both men with mutual respect for each other. never used before, the pope may be signaling nounced that newly elected pope Jorge Mario “The Sultan didn’t convert to Christian- something different for the church. Nothing Bergoglio “takes for himself the name Fran- ity. He remained Muslim but let Francis go will change theologically, he insists, “but I cisco” Catholics around the world were not free and said if more Christians were like Fran- think there’ll be a simplification and humbling only surprised but delighted. His papal iden- cis, things would be different,” Fr. Uhlman of the Catholic Church before the world.” tity honors St. Francis of Assisi — an iconic explained. “So maybe this Holy Father is going Father Edmundo Rodriguez, SJ, a spiritu- figure in Church history known as a servant to to reach out even more than his predecessors to al director at Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House the poor and destitute, a lover of nature, and the Islamic faith in a gesture of good will.” in Lake Dallas, never thought a member of his preacher who embraced all humanity includ- Philosophy/theology professor Taylor religious order would become pope. ing people of other faiths. Marshall, of Fort Worth’s Fisher More Col- “The Society of Jesus thinks faith and The 13th-century saint is patron of Italy, lege, initially thought the new pope, a Jesuit, justice go hand in hand and, in some places, animals, ecology, and merchants, but is best chose the name Francis to honor St. Francis that’s very controversial,” the priest explains. known as founder of the Franciscan Order of Xavier, a 16th-century missionary saint who “Many people believe justice belongs in the the Friars Minor, and the inspiration for other co-founded the Society of Jesus, more com- political instead of the religious realm.” communities referring to themselves as “Fran- monly known as the Jesuits. But the Holy Father’s Jesuit training is ciscan.” So it’s no wonder that Father Larry “St. Frances Xavier is one the greatest mis- an advantage, he continues. The Spiritual Ex- Uhlman, a Third Order Regular Franciscan sionaries of all time, so I thought it made sense ercises of Jesuit founder St. Ignatius of Loyola priest was pleased with the new pontiff’s because of the New Evangelization,” Marshall and still practiced by the Jesuits, help connect name. said, referring to the Church’s effort to bring God to the reality of people’s lives. “As a Franciscan, I was touched in a Catholicism more fully into the marketplace “It brings a spirituality that engages the very special way,” says the parochial vicar at of the modern world, especially to alienated world,” the retreat leader adds. “It’s a tool God St. Maria Goretti Church in Arlington. “It’s Catholics. gives us to better society as we march toward significant that St. Francis of Assisi was a man A Vatican spokesman later confirmed the our final society — heaven.” called by God to rebuild the Church, and he pontiff’s name honored Francis of Assisi — the If the election of a Jesuit pope surprised did it through a life of poverty, simplicity, a medieval child of privilege who renounced Fr. Rodriguez, Cardinal Bergoglio’s decision to love for God’s people, and a love for God’s his wealth to serve the poor. After hearing the be called Francis did not. creation.” words, “Francis, rebuild my church which has “From what I know about his life as a By choosing to honor St. Francis, the new fallen into ruin,” from a crucifix at San Dami- priest and archbishop, it’s very appropriate,” pope may indicate a desire to bring people ano, the saint became a spiritual reformer and he opines, noting the prelate’s austere lifestyle back to the essential Gospel values — love of received permission from Pope Innocent III and penchant for riding public transportation God and love of neighbor, the friar suggested. to organize the the religious order that would and cooking his own meals. “He’s a man who There’s also a universality to St. Francis that bear his name, the Franciscans. genuinely cares for the poor and travels with appeals to other faiths. A less known fact about Marshall, author of a history on the pa- working people. He has the same charism as the saint is his attempt to convert the Sultan pacy entitled, The Eternal City: Rome & the St. Francis of Assisi.”

PAGE 21 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 CONTINUED FROM PAGE 20 What people around the diocese teaching and morality. Pope Francis brings have to say about Pope Francis a strong social justice background, but De La Torre says if people were expecting him to budge on traditional Church teaching, “I saw them waving the Argentine flag. “We at Catholic Charities Fort Worth they’re wrong. His track record shows that he Then I knew it was true and I started to felt so blessed to hear the news of our is pro-family, pro-life, and opposes libera- cry. I never thought in my lifetime I would new Holy Father, Pope Francis. As tion theology, homosexual marriage, and we heard the news, we were filled with abortion. see an Argentine elected pope.” In 2010, he spoke out vehemently against — Mary Charette, Argentina native, joy…. the press quickly went on to cite his the Argentinian government, which passed St. Maria Goretti Parish, Arlington commitment to the poor among us and legislation giving same-sex couples the right his work with the poor in the Archdiocese to marry and to adopt children. of Buenos Aires. What a validation for “As it’s his responsibility, there has to be our work at Catholic Charities! We were a connection between the present day and so excited to hear about the compassion the apostles,” said Father Carmen Mele, OP, “I think it’s surprising to see a Latin American that he bears for the least of our brothers diocesan director of Hispanic adult cateche- Pope. It’s something that I thought about, but and sisters among us.” sis and director of the diocese’s School of I knew the chances were slim. After he was — Heather Reynolds, Lay Ministry. “We are facing tremendous elected it was a great joy.” challenges of relativism, and he has to op- CEO of Catholic Charities Fort Worth pose them. The fact that he has defended — Victor Flores, senior, the teachings of the Church amongst great University of North Texas, Denton criticism from the president of Argentina indicates that he will fulfill this primary responsibility of keeping the Church on the course of the true faith that has been handed down from the apostles and from Jesus.” “I think my excitement for World Youth Day this year shot up by ‘266 percent’ when I heard that Pope Francis is from Latin America. I have this perception that HE WALKS THE TALK Latin American Catholicism expresses a certain kind of joy as a whole that you Bergoglio chose the name Francis after don’t usually see around here in the United States.” the popular saint known for his keen dedica- — Randell Labio, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish, Keller tion to poverty and peacemaking. It’s a fitting papal name for a man who for the second time (His first? When he became cardinal in 2001) encouraged his fellow Argentinians to stay home instead of celebrating his installa- tion Mass in Rome, asking them instead to donate the money they would have spent to charity. He is described as a man who would teach his parishioners to go out and live their faith, and would do just that himself. As archbishop, he made frequent trips to Buenos Aires’ shantytowns where he visit ed with local parishioners, wrote Sergio Rubin in his biography of Bergoglio, El Jesuita. Ru- bin wrote that as cardinal, Bergoglio “set up a direct telephone so that priests could call him at any hour with a problem. He would stay overnight in a parish, helping a sick priest, if it was needed.” “If you want to find an example of somebody immediately evangelizing without using words, well there he is, by his actions he’s already fostering conversion to the whole Pope Francis signs a cast on the leg of a young pilgrim at the Pope Francis, pictured as a young man in bac world,” De La Torre said. end of his weekly audience in St. Peter's Square at the Vatican and his family members are seen in this unda April 3. (CNS photo/L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO via Reuters) (CNS photo/Clarin handout via Reuters) PAGE 22 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 “I felt blessed to witness the first moments of his papacy. It really strengthened my faith life by allowing me to see the big picture. Being A brief bio of Latin this close to the Church reminds me that God’s plan is to bring us all America’s first pope closer together in his Son. Embracing that call is what truly brings deep and profound change.” VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Argentina and Uruguay. — Alex Taylor, University of Dallas student studying in Rome Jorge Mario Bergoglio was born From 1979 to 1985, Pope Dec. 17, 1936, in Buenos Aires. Francis served as rector and the- He grew up in Barrio de Flores, ology teacher at Colegio Maximo, a working-class neighborhood. before heading to Germany to “I absolutely love that our new pope chose the name Francis. I was His father was a railway worker, finalize his doctoral thesis. surprised when I realized that he was the first pope to do so, but I his mother a homemaker. As a In May 1992, he was ap- am pleased with the decision, considering the joy that Saint Francis youth, the pope studied in pub- pointed auxiliary bishop of lic schools and in high school Buenos Aires. He was one of brought to the Church and to the world.” obtained a technical certifica- three auxiliaries and he kept a — Sarah Miller, high school senior, Sacred Heart Parish, Muenster tion as a chemist. low profile, spending most of From a young age, he knew his time caring for the Catholic he would become a priest. Ama- university, counseling priests lia Damonte, who grew up in and preaching and hearing the pope’s neighborhood, report- confessions. “We’ve never had a pope from Latin America. My mother called edly was briefly the object of his On June 3, 1997, he was me, my children called me, and my sister called me. We were all affections. Damonte, who still named coadjutor archbishop. lives in the same neighborhood, He was installed as the new rejoicing! We have such different issues from Europe, America, has said in interviews that when archbishop of Buenos Aires Feb. Central America and Mexico because our culture is different. He is they were 12, Pope Francis said 28, 1998. aware of all of that because he has worked with the poor throughout that, if he could not marry her, As archbishop, he was his priesthood.” he would become a priest. known simply as “Father Jorge,” — Liliana Samuelson, Columbia native, When the pope was 21, he and he adopted the attitude that Our Lady Queen of Peace, Wichita Falls became gravely ill with severe the Church belongs in the street. pneumonia and had his right He built chapels and missions in lung partially removed. The poor areas and sent seminarians Vatican spokesman, Jesuit Father to serve them. Federico Lombardi, has con- He spoke out often against firmed this, noting that it is “not injustice, such as the treatment a handicap” in the pope’s life. of migrant workers from neigh- In 1958, Pope Francis en- boring countries and those lured tered the novitiate of the Society into the sex trade, and against of Jesus, and two years later he social issues such as abortion took his first vows as a Jesuit. In and same-sex marriage. 1963, on returning to Buenos In 2001, he was elevated to Aires, he studied philosophy at cardinal, and later that year he San Miguel Seminary. served as an official of the Synod Between 1964 and 1965, he of Bishops at the Vatican. taught literature and psychol- Press reports indicate that ogy at a Jesuit secondary school in the 2005 conclave that elect- in Santa Fe, Argentina, and in ed Pope Benedict XVI, Cardinal 1966, he taught at the presti- Bergoglio received the second- gious Colegio del Salvador sec- highest number of votes. ondary school in Buenos Aires. That same year, he began a In 1967, he returned to six-year term as head of the Ar- his theological studies and was gentine bishops’ conference. ordained a priest Dec. 13, 1969. After his perpetual profession as Contributing to this report were a Jesuit in 1973, he became mas- David Agren in Buenos Aires, k second from left, Pope Francis kisses the foot of a prison inmate during the Holy ter of novices at San Miguel. Lat- Argentina; Francis X. Rocca in ted handout photo. Thursday Mass at Rome’s Casal del Marmo prison for minors er that same year, he was elected Rome; and Patricia Zapor in Washington. March 28. (CNS photo/L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO via Reuters) superior of the Jesuit province of PAGE 23 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 May 5, Sixth Sunday of “The Advocate, the Holy Spirit But in the Gospel, Jesus said, led by self-styled preachers spout- Easter. Cycle C. Readings: … will teach you everything and “My peace I give to you,” and He ing hellfire and damnation and offered this peace in the person suggesting irrational requirements remind you of all that I told you. 1) Acts 15:1-2,22-29 of his Holy Spirit. As a Christian for salvation to inspire fear, rather Psalm 67:2-3, 5-6, 8 Peace I leave with you.” community, we are called to em- than love, in the hearts of those 2) Revelation 21:10-14, 22-23 — John 14:26-27 body his Spirit — and provide his who would seek heaven. Gospel) John 14:23-29 peace — through loving God and The image of a vindictive one another. God never rang true with Pam By Jean Denton A woman I met recently at and disturbed her peace of mind. his weekend’s readings of- a Rite of Election ceremony de- “I’d always read the Bible, but I Tfer pointed assurance that scribed to me the peace she felt in wondered, am I reading it right?” a committed love for our loving coming to understand the loving, Pam said. And she wondered, too, God is all that is necessary for the forgiving nature of Jesus as she if when she died, she would go to salvation of his faithful followers. prepared for her baptism. heaven. Imagine her relief as a true The story in Acts shows the “It was exactly what I imag- picture of Christian life unfolded elders of the earliest Christian ined,” Pam said, “not what I’d before her. The embrace of the church wanting to assure their been told in the old church.” She priest and people of faith in her Gentile brothers that certain strict was referring to an image of God new church community assured requirements for salvation based imprinted on her since child- her that loving God and caring for on the Jewish law were off-base. hood in an independent rural others was all that was necessary. Concerned that such mis- church deep in the Appalachian Her questions about heaven? She guided teaching had upset and their faith with the promise that Mountains. Such congregations, smiled, “Now I know.” disturbed these new Christians, what was needed for salvation was common to the region, are often That is the peace Jesus gives. the elders sent their representa- to respect God and follow his ways. QUESTIONS: tives, men dedicated to Christ, Misguided teaching continues to set things right. They restored to disturb and upset would-be fol- As a member of the body of Christ, how can you help bring the light of the people’s peace of mind toward lowers of Jesus even today. truth, and with it peace in faith, where it is needed?

May 12, Solemnity of the “As he blessed them he parted death, for that is the doorway to into the sanctuary by the new Ascension of the Lord. from them and was taken up to heaven. In Jesus, he explained, and living way he opened for us there is no fear of death, only through the veil, that is, his flesh.” Cycle C. Readings: heaven.” hope, healing, and forgiveness. Jesus’ death on the cross opens 1) Acts 1:1-11 — Luke 24:51 Of course, he was not saying the doors of heaven for us and Psalm 47:2-3, 6-9 we should hasten our death or ushers in a whole new meaning 2) Hebrews 9:24-28; 10:19-23 neglect the realities of life because, for death. Gospel) Luke 24:46-53 after all, we are going to die some The Gospel reveals that the day. Rather, he was just remind- disciples did not understand Jesus’ ing us of the ultimate meaning of death, then they rejoiced in his By Jeff Hedglen our belief in Jesus. Death is not resurrection. Then he ascended, he subject of death is not the end; it is not to be feared; it is and they were once again left Tsomething we willingly talk to be anticipated with hope and wondering. But that ascension is about. It conjures up feelings of joy for, as the Baltimore Catechism the promise. We, too, are headed sadness, longing for loved ones, says, it is why we were made. where Jesus headed. Death is fear of our own passing, and a real- This week’s readings reveal not the end, and earth is not our ization that life, as we currently are the glorious ascension of Jesus to eternal dwelling. It thrills me to living it, will not continue forever. heaven. The reading from Hebrews no end that Fr. Beaumont has Years ago, my former pas- seeks to dispel our fears when it reached the goal he so fervently tor, Father Beaumont, posed a says that “through the blood of Je- preached about. I, for one, cannot question to a group of people at a up. He was incredulous, and the sus we have confidence of entrance wait to join him! Bible study. He asked for a show exhortation began. of hands: “How many of you are With a power that still reso- QUESTIONS: looking forward to death?” Not nates in my soul today, he said that Who are the people you know who have joined Jesus in heaven? Do surprisingly, just a few hands went we should all be longing for our you look forward to heaven yourself?

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M a y 1 9 , Pentecost Sunday. “We hear them speaking in our the waters in the act of creation us to acknowledge Jesus as Lord Cycle C. Readings: own tongues of the mighty continues to sustain and renew all is also the one who produces the of his manifold works, affirming manifold workings of God for 1) Acts 2:1-11 acts of God.” them in their goodness. everyone’s benefit. Psalm 104:1, 24, 29-31, 34 — Acts 2:11 God’s desire to encounter us Nowhere is the declaration 2) 1 Corinthians 12:3b-7, 12-13 even more tangibly has expressed of the Spirit’s willingness to com- Gospel) John 20:19-23 itself in the physical, human flesh municate in multiple ways more and blood of his son Jesus. In the apparent than in the familiar Gospel reading, the risen Jesus narrative of Pentecost. The phe- is most recognizable when he nomenon of devout Jews, gathered shows his disciples the wounds in in Jerusalem from “every nation his hands and side. And his very under heaven,” who suddenly and breath — the breath of the Spirit inexplicably hear and understand By Sharon K. Perkins that brings peace and forgive- the Galilean disciples in their own n 1995, marriage therapist ness — is a gift that he leaves with language, is incredible — but IDr. Gary Chapman wrote a them for all time. hardly surprising. The Spirit is the best-selling book and launched St. Paul underscores the vari- love language of God, generously the theory that among men and eties of the workings of the Spirit, adapting himself to the unique women in relationship there are accomplishing different acts of needs of each person, pouring out five preferred ways of expressing tinctive emotional needs for love. service in each member of the upon us so that we, in turn, can love for the other. These five “love Today’s readings are replete one body. The Spirit who enables speak his language to all. languages” — which include gifts, with examples of God’s love quality time, words of affirmation, languages to human beings. The acts of service, and physical touch most obvious and easily grasped is QUESTIONS: — are the ways each of us “hears” the language of all created things. and responds best to the tangible According to the psalmist, the What is the love language to which you respond the best? In what way expression that matches our dis- same Spirit who hovered over does the Spirit “speak” to you most distinctively and clearly?

May 26, Solemnity of the “When I behold your heavens, the My heart was moved to praise above, when he fixed fast the Most Holy Trinity. work of your fingers, the moon and the Creator of this wonder-induc- foundations of the earth; when he ing bit of the earth. It seems im- set for the sea its limit, so that the Cycle C. Readings: the stars which you set in place — possible that anyone could move waters should not transgress his 1) Proverbs 8:22-31 What is man that you should be through sights so dazzling and not command; then was I beside him Psalm 8:4-9 mindful of him?” have their hearts moved past that as his craftsman … and I found 2) Romans 5:1-5 wonder to the One who brought delight in the human race.” — Psalm 8:4-5a Gospel) John 16:12-15 the beauty forth from nothing. In the Gospel, God assures That is much of the content of us this same Holy Spirit that was today’s first reading from Proverbs there, the same Spirit that was to and of the psalms. Before all this, be poured out at Pentecost, would over which God has given us do- to be there for us: “When he minion, God and his wisdom — comes, the Spirit of truth, he will his Holy Spirit — was. guide you to all truth.” We are of- By Jeff Hensley Proverbs says, “When the fered the security that comes from y wife and I visited Cali- Lord established the heavens I knowing that God has not left us fornia’s Big Sur region only M was there; when he marked out without the wisdom provided by a few years back. Its hillsides are the vault over the face of the deep; his Spirit, the same Spirit that was covered in rich succulents, red and when he made firm the skies there from the beginning. yellow, green and purple. Sea lions and harbor seals swim and sun just off the coast. Cliffs above the Pacific line the sinuous highway on which you fly above clouds beauty, the waves shimmering as QUESTION: clinging to the ocean’s surface, a they mirror patches of turquoise When has the beauty of the natural world moved you to wonder and surface reflecting blues of surreal skies above. awe and beyond to an experience of worship?

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June 2, The Solemnity of “Taking the five loaves and the to explain. “Getting the blood hunger, there was more food left and body. I don’t mean to be over. two fish, and looking up to heav- the Most Holy Body and disrespectful,” he said earnestly, That’s the important take- Blood of Christ. Cycle C. en, he said the blessing over them, his voice rising, “but when I’m at away of this story. At the Last Readings: broke them, and gave them to the church and I see the bread and Supper, Jesus offered his body 1) Genesis 14:18-20 disciples to set before the crowd.” wine on the altar, I get really and blood for our spiritual nour- hungry and really thirsty.” ishment. In the miracle on the Psalm 110:1-4 — Luke 9:16 2) I Corinthians 11:23-46 Wow, I thought. We all hillside, He showed that his body Gospel) Luke 9:11b-17 should be so respectful. and blood will always be there to We all should be so hungry give life to those who seek Him. and thirsty for Christ within us In Evan’s innocent words of By JeanDenton and so trusting that his body and wisdom, he also reminded me few weeks before Easter, I blood will satisfy our longing. how important it is to conscien- A was talking with a 7-year-old This weekend’s readings tiously live the life Jesus pours member of my parish about his celebrate Jesus’ sacrificial gift of into us through his body and anticipation of his first Com- himself to nurture and save us. blood. We must not only receive munion. Along with his older The Gospel, in which He multi- it but also participate in it so stepbrother, he’d been preparing plies the loaves and fish so that that, like his first disciples, we for it for months through Rite of everyone will be fed, reminds recognize and serve those among Christian Initiation classes for us that after He spoke to them, us who are really hungry and re- Children. healed them, and satisfied their ally thirsty for Him. It was clear the boys had dis- cussed the impending event quite QUESTIONS: a bit, so when Evan said he was excited about it, I knew he had a excited about it?” I asked him. When in recent weeks have you witnessed someone’s hunger or need for reason. The likeable, precocious Christ’s life within them? How can you help provide the spiritual nour- “What is it that makes you youngster was only too happy ishment that you have received yourself from Him?

June 9, Tenth Sunday in “They glorified God, exclaiming, other sacraments.” What actually the stories are dramatic and in- Ordinary Time. Cycle C. ‘A great prophet has arisen in our happened was personal sharing volve huge life changes; others are about how Jesus had impacted less dramatic but equally signifi- Readings: midst,’ and ‘God has visited his their lives, mostly through other cant because God does not only 1) 1 Kings 17:17-24 people.’” Catholics or in youth group set- rescue people at their lowest; he Psalm 30:2, 4-6, 11-13 — Luke 7:16 tings such as confirmation class or also comes to many through good 2) Galatians 1:11-19 retreats, and even how some had families, strong faith communi- Gospel) Luke 7:11-17 fallen away and had an arduous ties, and regular participation in journey back to the Catholic faith. the life of the Church. This week’s readings have a But it is not enough to know By Jeff Hedglen similar theme. Elijah encounters our story; we have to share our few years ago my wife and a woman, brings her son back to story. If Elijah, Paul and the I regularly hosted a young A life, and as a result, she believes Gospel writers had not told their adult gathering at our house. Elijah is from God; Paul shares his stories, we might very well not It was named Frassati Friday, conversion story; and Jesus raises believe what we believe. Our for Blessed Pier Giorgio Fras- a young man back to life, which Catholic Church has called us to a sati, a man who as a young adult causes a whole crowd of people to new evangelization. Sharing who was very enthusiastic about the praise God and begin to believe in Jesus is to you is at the heart of Catholic faith. At one particular Jesus as God’s son. it. The first step is to know why Frassati Friday we started with We all have a story to tell you are Catholic; the next is to what I thought was a simple about why we are Catholic and let someone else know. May the question: “Why are you Catho- why we believe in Jesus. Some of evangelizing begin! lic?” What followed was a sacred three hours of deep sharing of life and faith far beyond my wildest as, “My parents baptized me,” or QUESTIONS: imagination. “I have never really thought about When has your belief in Jesus’ resurrection been the strongest? What I was expecting answers such it,” or possibly, “The Eucharist and ways have been most effective in passing your faith on to others?

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J u n e 1 6 , Eleventh Sunday in “Who is this who even forgives tention because of the “bigness” of tics are any indication, most of us Ordinary Time. sins?” God’s mercy. probably use that as a rationale to — Luke 7:49 But the Gospel also reminds avoid the confessional. 2 Samuel 12:7-10, 13 us of the importance of little But the Catechism also says, Psalm 32:1-2, 5, 7, 11 things. Jesus’ host neglected the “Regular confession of our venial 2) Galatians 2:16, 19-21 small details of hospitality — sins helps us form our conscience, Gospel) Luke 7:36-8:3 water to wash his guest’s feet, a fight against evil tendencies, let kiss of greeting, ointment for the ourselves be healed by Christ and By Sharon K. Perkins head — revealing a stinginess of progress in the life of the Spirit. ike many people, I find myself soul, a self-righteous attitude and By receiving more frequently Lgoing back to short but pithy a comparative lack of love. Unlike through this sacrament the gift of sayings — not only because they’re the woman, he probably followed the Father’s mercy, we are spurred easy to remember, but because all the religious rules, avoided seri- to be merciful as he is merciful.” such maxims pack a lot of insight ous sin and felt that he could be We’re not being called to an into a few words. For instance, “A virtuous on his own merits. overly scrupulous approach to stitch in time saves nine,” from The Catechism of the Catho- religious practice. But perhaps we Poor Richard’s Almanac, reminds lic Church reaffirms that age-old need to better attend to the “little us that little things can have huge distinction between serious, or things” in order to open ourselves consequences. Archbishop Fulton and then implicated others in a “mortal,” sin and less serious, or more completely to the largesse of Sheen, applying this wisdom to murderous cover-up — despite the “venial,” sin, noting that the sac- God’s mercy and love. The sacra- the spiritual life, wrote, “Our lives Lord’s abundant blessings of his rament of penance is necessary for ment of penance is a great gift and for the most part are made up kingship. The Gospel narrative of forgiveness of serious sin. If statis- a good start. of little things, and by these our the “sinful woman” emphasizes QUESTIONS: character is to be tested.” her public reputation and her Today’s Scriptures are, at first equally public penitent actions. What “little things” or less serious faults have had larger consequences glance, about big things. King Both she and David were forgiven in your relationship with God? How can you bring these before the David committed a heinous crime and their stories capture our at- Lord’s merciful love?

June 23, Twelfth Sunday in of who Jesus is and why he came. Ordinary Time. Cycle C. At that point the time was ripe: The proclamation would Readings: bear great fruit when 3,000 con- 1) Zechariah 12:10-11; 13:1 versions to this new message of Psalm 63:2-6, 8-9 the resurrected Messiah would 2) Galatians 3:26-29 take place on the very first day Gospel) Luke 9:18-24 Peter and his brothers spoke out on Pentecost. How often have we wondered about the will of God in our “O God, you are my God whom I lives, wishing he would simply By Jeff Hensley In the Luke reading, Jesus come out and tell us what to do? f we’ve ever thought the phrase seek; for you my flesh pines and my asks his disciples who they say he Maybe we need to take a lesson “timing is everything” car- soul thirsts.” I is. Correctly, “Peter said in reply, from both Luke’s Gospel and the ried a lot of wisdom, this week’s ‘The Christ of God.’” Then Jesus — Psalm 63:2 second chapter of Acts. Perhaps Scriptures confirm that. Whether rebuked his disciples for their we know what God wants us to it’s asking for a raise or correct- answers, forbidding them from very mysterious passage until two do and proclaim, but, at the same ing a friend, we know that there speaking of his identity because books of the Bible later, in the sec- time, we will only know the prop- is a time when an action will bear the time was not right, saying, ond chapter of Acts, when on the er time of fulfillment by listening fruit, but there may be many oth- “The Son of Man must suffer streets of Jerusalem Peter and the for the Spirit of God to speak to ers when it could cause disaster. greatly and be rejected by the disciples make their proclamation our hearts. If we think we have mastered elders, the chief priests and the this art of timing, think how scribes.” QUESTIONS: much more accurately must be the The time for proclaiming timing of the One who created who Jesus was and why he had Has God asked you to speak or act in obedience to him? Is it something time and exists outside its realm. come had not arrived. This is a (like giving to the poor or being faithful to your spouse) that simple?

PAGE 27 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAY / JUNE 2013 El Papa saluda al Cardenal Angelo Sodano, decano del Colegio de Los peregrinos ondean banderas, entre ellas la bandera azul El cardenal argentino Jorge Mario Cardenales, después de recibir el anillo que le otorgó el cardenal y blanca de Argentina, mientras el Papa camina por la Plaza Papa Francisco, se ve aquí viajand Sodano al Papa durante su misa inaugural. (Foto CNS /Paul Haring) de San Pedro. (Foto CNS /Paul Haring) 2008. (Foto CNS/ Diego Fernandez ¿Quién es el Papa Francisco? Familiarizándose con el nuevo Obispo de Roma Por Juan Guajardo / Corresponsal

A LAS 7:06 PM, HORA DE ROMA, EL 13 DE MARZO, príncipe de la Iglesia se ha dado a conocer más El padre Jonathan Wallis, director diocesano de EL HUMO BLANCO ASCENDIENDO DESDE LA CHIMENEA concretamente con su actitud de servicio — tanto Catequesis, encuentra esta sencillez impresionante. DE LA CAPILLA SIXTINA SEÑALÓ QUE UN PAPA HABÍA así que, durante su visita a un hospicio en 2001, “Parece que hay una gran humildad personal y SIDO ELEGIDO. Alrededor de una hora más tarde, lavó y besó los pies de 12 pacientes con SIDA. también un verdadero enfoque hacia la misión un hombre tranquilo, de sonrisa tímida y sencillas “Si nos fijamos en su formación histórica, de la Iglesia”, dijo. vestiduras blancas, atravesó la cortina del segundo reconocemos gran amplitud de alcance”, dijo piso de la Basílica de San Pedro, mostrándose por Marlon de la Torre, director diocesano de la CONECTA CON SU PUEBLO primera vez a los fieles congregados con gran Catequesis infantil y formación de catequistas. “Si Durante su anuncio al mundo la noche del expectativa como el Papa número 266. tienen una brújula, ven que va hacia el norte, el miércoles, el Papa Francisco habló con la multitud Para muchos espectadores ese día, el nombre sur, el este y el oeste… Es un microcosmos de en asistencia como si estuviera entre familia, de Jorge Mario Bergoglio trajo mucha emoción todo. Como la Iglesia universal, él es un hombre conversando, dirigiéndose a ellos, “Hermanos y — pero nadie se recordaba claramente quién era. universal”. hermanas, ¡Buenas noches!” Y también les pidió Entonces, ¿quién exactamente es el Papa Francisco? que oraran por él, antes de otorgarles su bendición Presentamos aquí algunos detalles que servirán para ES CENTRADO: TIENE LOS PIES EN LA apostólica. “La solicitud a sus feligreses pidiéndoles familiarizarse mejor con el nuevo Obispo de Roma. TIERRA una oración silenciosa para invocar la bendición Las anécdotas del Papa Francisco y sus de Dios hacia su nuevo obispo era algo inaudito TIENE SENTIDO DEL HUMOR costumbres como arzobispo de Buenos Aires — y sorprendente”, reflexionó L’Osservatore Romano En una cena con los cardenales en la Casa tomar el autobús para ir al trabajo, vivir en un en su editorial. Santa Marta el día de su elección, el humilde Papa apartamento modesto, cocinar sus propias comidas De La Torre está de acuerdo: “El hecho de Francisco característicamente mantuvo su sentido — se han propagado rápidamente. Sus acciones pedir a la multitud congregada que primero orara del humor, bromeando con ellos sobre su decisión durante los primeros días de ser Papa indican que por él, antes de darles la bendición papal apostólica, en elegirlo. El Cardenal Timothy Dolan de Nueva Francisco continuará practicando el espíritu de lo dice todo. ¿Qué hombre sería capaz de calmar York le dijo a l National Catholic Register: “Cuando pobreza que predica. a cientos de miles de personas en la Plaza de San el Secretario de Estado brindó por su porvenir, él E l 13 de ma r z o, el C a rdena l A r z obispo Dola n Pedro, y pedir que rezaran en silencio por él? Esto respondió y también brindó, diciendo: ‘Espero que de Nueva York le dijo al National Catholic Register nos revela mucho sobre cómo manejará y dirigirá Dios los perdone’”. que el pontífice recién elegido abordó el minibús la Iglesia: siendo siervo de los siervos de Dios”. con los cardenales para ir a la residencia Santa La mañana siguiente, el Papa Francisco se ES UN HOMBRE UNIVERSAL Marta, en lugar de utilizar el vehículo oficial del detuvo en la residencia donde se alojó durante Es un cardenal nacido y criado en Argentina Papa — un Mercedes-Benz con la placa “Stato el cónclave, pagó la cuenta, recogió sus propias — un país en “el fin del mundo”, repite. Es hijo Vaticano 1”. El Papa también rechazó vestir los bolsas, y personalmente saludó a los asistentes y de inmigrantes italianos de clase media. Habla con accesorios papales habituales — una elegante al personal de limpieza antes de partir. Ese mismo fluidez italiano, español y alemán. Fue profesor cruz pectoral de oro y una capa roja adornada de día, camino a la Basílica de Santa María la Mayor, universitario, y es el primer jesuita en ser elegido armiño, llamada muceta (mozzetta) — optando para ir a rezarle a la Virgen María, interrumpió Papa. Estudió en Chile, terminó sus estudios de en su lugar por vestirse con una sotana blanca sus pasos y saludó a un grupo de estudiantes de doctorado en Alemania, y ha sido autor de varios simple y la cruz que siempre usaba como obispo. secundaria, escribió John Tavis, un obser vador del libros. Ha ocupado diversos puestos de liderazgo y De hecho, L’Osservatore Romano informó que el Vaticano y autor del Diario del Vaticano. rápidamente ascendió por el escalafón de la Iglesia Papa Francisco ha sido conocido por decir: “Mi hasta convertirse en obispo en 1992. Aún así, este pueblo es pobre, y yo soy uno con mi pueblo”. CONTINUADO EN LA PÁGINA 30

PÁGINA 28 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAYO / JUNIO 2013 o Bergoglio, a la derecha, ahora el Una estatua de San Francisco de Asís se encuentra en El Papa Francisco desocupa su habitación en la residencia do por metro en Buenos Aires en Graymoor, sede de los Frailes Franciscanos y las Hermanas eclesiástica el 14 de marzo, donde se quedó antes de ser Otero, folleto de Clarín via Reuters) de la Expiación, en Garrison, Nueva York. El Papa Francisco elegido el nuevo pontífice de Roma. El Papa regresó a la es el primer pontífice en llamarse como el santo del siglo residencia e insistió en pagar la cuenta, dijo el Vaticano. (Foto 13. (Foto CNS/ Gregory A. Shemitz) CNS/ L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO) ¿Qué hay en un nombre?

Por Joan Kurkowski-Gillen El significado detrás de la elección del nombre ‘Francisco’ para el Papa Corresponsal

ES UN PAPA JESUITA CON UN NOMBRE FRANCISCANO. intercambio dejó a ambos hombres con un gran la religión católica), dijo que, al escoger un nombre Cuando el cardenal Jean-Louis Tauran respeto mutuo. nunca usado antes, el Papa puede estar señalando anunció que el recién elegido Papa, Jorge Mario “El sultán no se convirtió al cristianismo. algo diferente para la Iglesia. Nada cambiará B er g og l io, “tom a ba pa r a sí e l nombre de Fr a nc i s c o”, Permaneció musulmán, pero le dio a Francisco teológicamente, insiste, “pero creo que habrá una los católicos de todo el mundo no sólo estaban su libertad, diciendo que si más cristianos fueran simplificación, una lección de humildad por parte sorprendidos pero encantados. Su identidad papal como Francisco, las cosas serían diferentes”, explicó de la Iglesia católica ante el mundo”. honra a San Francisco de Asís — una figura icónica el pastor asociado. “Así que tal vez este Santo Padre El padre Edmundo Rodríguez, SJ, director en la historia de la Iglesia, conocido como sier vo de llegará aún más allá que sus predecesores en la espiritual de Montserrat Jesuit Retreat House en los pobres e indigentes, amante de la naturaleza, construcción de puentes con la fe islámica como Lake Dallas, nunca se imaginó a un miembro de y predicador que abrazó a toda la humanidad, gesto de buena voluntad”. su orden religiosa convertido en Papa. incluyendo a las personas de otras religiones. Taylor Marshall, profesor de filosofía y “La Compañía de Jesús piensa que la fe y la El santo del siglo 13 es patrono de Italia, los teología de Fisher More College en Fort Worth, en justicia van de la mano y, en algunos lugares, animales, la ecología, y los comerciantes, pero es un principio pensó que el nuevo Papa, un jesuita, esto es muy controversial”, explica el sacerdote. mejor conocido como el fundador de la Orden eligió el nombre Francisco en honor a San Francisco “Muchas personas creen que la justicia pertenece Franciscana de los Frailes Menores, y la inspiración Javier, un santo misionero del siglo 16 que co-fundó a la política y no a la esfera religiosa”. para otras comunidades que se refieren a sí mismos la Compañía de Jesús, más comúnmente conocida Pero el entrenamiento del Santo Padre con como “franciscanos”. Así que no es de extrañar que como los Jesuitas. los jesuitas es una ventaja, continúa. Los ejercicios el padre Larry Uhlman, un sacerdote Franciscano “San Francisco Javier es uno de los más grandes espirituales creados por el fundador de los jesuitas, de la tercera orden regular se mostrara satisfecho misioneros de todos los tiempos, así que pensé que San Ignacio de Loyola, y practicado por ellos, con el nombre del nuevo pontífice. tenía sentido, por lo de la Nueva Evangelización”, ayudan a conectar a Dios con la realidad de la “Como franciscano, me conmovió de una dijo Marshall, refiriéndose al esfuerzo de la Iglesia vida de todos. manera muy especial”, comentó el pastor asociado para traer al catolicismo más plenamente al mundo “Trae una espiritualidad que se acopla de la Iglesia Sta. María Goretti en Arlington. “Es moderno del siglo 21, especialmente a los católicos con el mundo”, añade este líder de retiros. “Es significativo que San Francisco de Asís fue un alienados. una herramienta que Dios nos da para mejorar hombre llamado por Dios a reconstruir la Iglesia, y Un p or t avo z de l Vat ic a no c on f i r mó m á s t a rde la sociedad aquí en el mundo a medida que lo h i z o a t r avé s de u n a v id a de pobre z a , de senci l le z , que el nombre del pontífice honraba a Francisco de marchamos hacia nuestra sociedad final — el cielo”. de amor por el pueblo de Dios, y de amor por la A sís — el n i ño med ie va l priv i leg iado que renu nció Si la elección de un papa jesuita sorprendió al creación de Dios”. a sus riquezas para servir a los pobres. Después de padre Rodríguez, la decisión del cardenal Bergoglio Al elegir honrar a San Francisco, el nuevo escuchar las palabras emitidas por un crucifijo en de ser llamado Francisco no lo hizo. Papa podría estar indicando un deseo de unir y San Damián: “Francisco, repara mi Iglesia que “Por lo que s é a c erc a de su v id a c omo s a c erdote reavivar el interés de sus feligreses hacia los valores ha caído en la ruina”, el santo se convirtió en un y arzobispo, la selección de su nombre es muy esenciales del Evangelio —el amor a Dios y el amor reformador espiritual y recibió permiso del Papa apropiado”, opina, teniendo en cuenta el estilo al prójimo— sugirió el fraile. También hay una Inocencio III para organizar la orden religiosa que de vida austero del prelado, su gusto por viajar en universalidad de San Francisco que atrae a otras llevaría su nombre, los franciscanos. transporte público, y cocinar sus propias comidas. religiones. Un hecho poco conocido sobre el santo Marshall, autor de una historia sobre el papado “Es un hombre que realmente se preocupa por los es su intento de convertir al sultán de Egipto. Un titulada, The Eternal City: Rome & the Origins of pobres y viaja con los trabajadores. Tiene el mismo diálogo de tres semanas fracasó; sin embargo, este Catholicism (La ciudad eterna: Roma y los orígenes de carisma de San Francisco de Asís”.

PÁGINA 29 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAYO / JUNIO 2013 CONTINUADO DESDE PÁGINA 28 Lo que los feligreses alrededor de la DEFIENDE NUESTRA FE diócesis opinan del Papa Francisco Hay una concepción errónea que el clero con fuerte sentido de la justicia social a veces ofrece un endeble apoyo de la Iglesia y su moral, al igual que “Los vi ondear la bandera argentina de un “Nosotros en Caridades Católicas de Fort una tenue promoción de la enseñanza tradicional. lado a otro. Entonces supe que era verdad y Worth nos sentimos tan benditos al escuchar El Papa Francisco aporta una gran experiencia en me puse a llorar. Nunca en mi vida pensé la noticia de nuestro nuevo Santo Padre, el los fundamentos de la justicia social; sin embargo, Papa Francisco. Al escuchar la noticia, nos De la Torre explica, si el público espera que con que iba a ver un Papa argentino”. estas ideas cambie la enseñanza tradicional de la — María Charette, nativa de Argentina, llenamos de alegría.... la prensa rápidamente Iglesia, se equivoca. Su trayectoria demuestra que Parroquia de Sta. María Goretti, citó su compromiso con todos los pobres es pro-familia, pro-vida, y se opone a la teología de Arlington entre nosotros, al igual que su trabajo con los la liberación, el matrimonio homosexual y el aborto. pobres de la Arquidiócesis de Buenos Aires. En 2010, apasionadamente habló contra el ¡Qué recomendación para nuestro trabajo gobierno argentino, que aprobó una ley dando a en Caridades Católicas! Estábamos tan las parejas del mismo sexo el derecho a casarse y “Creo que es sorprendente ver a un Papa emocionados al escuchar de la compasión adoptar niños. latinoamericano. Es algo que había pensado, que demuestra hacia los más vulnerables de “Ya que es su responsabilidad, tiene que haber pero sabía que las posibilidades eran escasas. nuestros hermanos y hermanas a través del una conexión entre la actualidad y los apóstoles”, dijo Después de ser elegido, sin embargo, sentí una el padre Carmen Mele, OP, director diocesano de la mundo”. gran alegría”. Catequesis para adultos hispanos y d i re c tor de l a Escuela — Heather Reynolds, Directora Ejecutiva/ — Víctor Flores, último año, Universidad de la diócesis del ministerio laico. “Nos enfrentamos a CEO, Caridades Católicas, Fort Worth enormes desafíos del relativismo, y tiene que oponerse de North Texas, Denton a ellos. El hecho que ha defendido las enseñanzas de la Iglesia en medio de grandes críticas por parte de la presidente de Argentina indica que cumplirá con su responsabilidad primordial de mantener a “Creo que mi entusiasmo por el Día mundial de la juventud este año se disparó la Iglesia en el curso de la verdadera fe, que ha sido al 266% cuando me enteré que el Papa Francisco es de América Latina. Tengo transmitida por los apóstoles y por Jesús”. la percepción que el catolicismo latinoamericano — a diferencia del normalmente visto en los Estados Unidos — expresa un cierto tipo de alegría que no se suele HACE LO QUE DICE experimentar aquí”. Bergoglio eligió el nombre de Francisco en honor — Randell Labio, Parroquia de Sta. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Keller al santo popular conocido por su gran dedicación a la pobreza y a la paz. Es un apropiado nombre papal para un hombre que, por segunda vez (¿su primera vez? Cuando se convirtió en cardenal en 2001), les pidió a sus compañeros argentinos que se quedaran en casa en lugar de ir a la celebración de su misa de instalación en Roma. De hecho, les pidió que el dinero que ahorrarían lo donaran a la caridad. Se le describe al Papa Francisco como un hombre capaz de enseñar a sus feligreses a salir y vivir su fe, como él mismo lo haría, siempre. Como arzobispo, hacía viajes frecuentes a los barrios pobres de Buenos Aires, visitando a los feligreses locales, escribió Sergio Rubin en su biografía, Bergoglio, El Jesuita. Rubin escribió que, siendo cardenal, Bergoglio “creó una línea telefónica directa para que los sacerdotes pudieran llamarlo a cualquier hora con algún problema. Se quedaría toda la noche en una parroquia, ayudando a un sacerdote enfermo, si era necesario”. “Si quieren encontrar un ejemplo de alguien inmediatamente evangelizando sin usar palabras, El Papa firma un yeso en la pierna de un joven peregrino al final El Papa Francisco — el jovencito en el fondo, allí está; con sus acciones ya está fomentando la de su audiencia semanal en la Plaza de San Pedro del Vaticano, izquierda — y los miembros de su familia se e conversión de todo el mundo”, dijo De La Torre. el 3 de abril. (Foto CNS/ L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO via Reuters) foto sin fecha. (Foto CNS/ folleto de Clarín via R PÁGINA 30 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAYO / JUNIO 2013 “Me sentí bendito al ser testigo de los primeros momentos de su papado. Una biogrofía del primer Realmente fortaleció mi vida de fe al permitirme ver este panorama completo. Vivir tan cerca de la Iglesia me recuerda que el plan de Dios es papa latinoamericano traernos más cerca de Él a través de su Hijo. Abrazando decididamente esa llamada de Dios nos trae un cambio penetrante y profundo”. CIUDAD DEL VATICANO mismo año, fue elegido superior — Alex Taylor, un estudiante de la Universidad de Dallas, que (CNS) — Jorge Mario Bergoglio de la provincia jesuita de Argentina estudia en Roma nació el 17 de diciembre de 1936, y Uruguay. en Buenos Aires, Argentina. Creció De 1979 a 1985, el Papa en el Barrio de Flores, un barrio de Francisco sirvió como rector y — Sarah Miller, high school senior, Sacred Heart Parish, Muenster clase obrera. Su padre era trabajador profesor de teología en el Colegio “Me encanta que nuestro nuevo Papa eligió el nombre de Francisco. de los ferrocarriles, su madre ama Máximo, antes de viajar a Alemania Me sorprendió cuando me di cuenta que era el primer Papa en de casa. En su juventud, el Papa para finalizar su tesis doctoral. estudió en las escuelas públicas, En mayo de 1992, fue hacerlo, pero estoy satisfecha con su decisión, teniendo en cuenta la obteniendo una certificación nombrado obispo auxiliar de alegría que San Francisco trajo no solamente a la Iglesia, sino al técnica como químico en la escuela Buenos Aires. Fue uno de tres mundo entero”. secundaria. auxiliares, manteniendo un bajo — Sarah Miller, estudiante de secundaria, la Parroquia del Desde muy joven, sabía que iba perfil; pasaba la mayor parte de su Sagrado Corazón, Münster a ser sacerdote. Amalia Damonte, tiempo atendiendo las necesidades quien creció en el barrio del Papa, al espirituales de la Universidad parecer fue brevemente el objeto de Católica — especialmente “Nunca hemos tenido un Papa de América Latina. Mi mamá su afecto. Damonte — que todavía asesorando a sacerdotes, predicando, me llamó, mis hijos me llamaron, y mi hermana me llamó. ¡Todos vive en el mismo barrio — ha dicho y recibiendo confesiones. nos alegramos! Tenemos problemas tan diferentes de Europa, de en entrevistas que cuando tenían El 3 de junio de 1997, fue 12 años, el Papa Francisco dijo nombrado arzobispo coadjutor. Fue Norteamérica, de América Central y de México, porque nuestra que, si no podía casarse con ella, instalado como el nuevo arzobispo cultura es diferente. Pero él está consciente de todo eso porque ha se convertiría en sacerdote. de Buenos Aires el 28 de febrero trabajado con los pobres en todos lados a través de su sacerdocio”. Cuando el Papa tenía 21 de 1998. — Liliana Samuelson, nativa de Colombia, Nuestra Señora años, se enfermó gravemente de Como arzobispo, era conocido Reina de la Paz, Wichita Falls neumonía y le tuvieron que eliminar simplemente como “Padre Jorge”, parte de su pulmón derecho. El y adoptó la actitud que la Iglesia portavoz del Vaticano, el padre pertenece al pueblo, forma parte Federico Lombardi, ha confirmado de sus calles. Construyó capillas la veracidad de esta enfermedad, y misiones en las zonas pobres y pero señaló que de ninguna manera envió a los seminaristas a su servicio. “ha discapacitado” la vida del Papa. Hablaba a menudo contra En 1958, el Papa Francisco la injusticia, como el trato de los entró en el noviciado de la Compañía trabajadores migrantes de países de Jesús, y dos años más tarde tomó vecinos o de los tentados por la sus primeros votos como jesuita. En industria del sexo. También tomaba 1963, al regresar a Buenos Aires, posiciones firmes en torno a temas estudió filosofía en el Seminario sociales de la hora, como el aborto de San Miguel. y el matrimonio entre personas del Entre 1964 y 1965, fue mismo sexo. profesor de literatura y psicología En el 2001 fue ordenado en un colegio jesuita en Santa Fe, cardenal, y ese mismo año se Argentina, y en 1966, fue profesor desempeñó como funcionario del en la prestigiosa escuela secundaria Sínodo de Obispos del Vaticano. Colegio del Salvador en Buenos Informes de prensa indican Aires. que en 2005, durante el cónclave En 1967, regresó a sus estudios que eligió a Benedicto XVI como de teología y fue ordenado sacerdote Papa, el cardenal Bergoglio recibió el 13 de diciembre de 1969. el segundo mayor número de votos. Después de escoger su profesión Ese mismo año, comenzó segundo desde la El 28 de marzo, el Papa Francisco le besa los pies a un prisionero perpetua como jesuita en 1973, un período de seis años como encuentran en esta durante la misa del Jueves Santo, en la cárcel para menores de lo distinguieron como maestro presidente de la Conferencia San Miguel Episcopal Argentina Reuters) Roma, Casal del Marmo. (Foto CNS/L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO via Reuters) de novicios en . Ese . PÁGINA 31 NORTH TEXAS CATHOLIC MAYO / JUNIO 2013 GOOD NEWSMAKER Pro-life without fear Pro-life prodigy Lila Rose energizes new generation to protect the unborn

Story and Photos by Jerry Circelli / Correspondent

GOD’S UNEXPECTED CALLING FOR 9-YEAR-OLD LILA ROSE POURED DOWN ALL AROUND HER ONE DREARY AND RAINY DAY IN 1997. Looking for a way to entertain her- self indoors on a soggy afternoon at her family’s Northern California home, young Lila searched around for an interesting book to read. She found one, and it would change her life forever. Lila never noticed it before, but the book had been lying in- herself in the nun’s writings. discriminately on the bottom shelf “Blessed Mother Teresa defi- in the living room, the cover a bit nitely had a hand in my conver- dusty and its pages yellowing with sion,” said Lila, who grew steadily age. Titled, A Handbook on Abor- Lila Rose spoke to Catholic business executives at the Fort Worth in her faith. “I felt compelled in my tion, by Dr. and Mrs. J.C. Wilke, Chapter of Legatus and encouraged them to remain strong in their fight heart to pray about abortion,” she the book explored the harsh reali- against abortion. She praised Texas for stopping the funding stream for said. Lila recalled a special prayer ties of abortion, including photos organizations, such as Planned Parenthood, that support abortion. she offered up at age 15. “I said, of fetuses that had been taken from ‘God, please use me. Use me to do their mothers’ wombs. her and explained that this was, ing up in a Protestant family. Nev- something about abortion. Use me Upon opening the book, the indeed, true. While she did not go ertheless, she was always attracted somehow to save some lives. Let graphic images caused the child into great detail for the youngster, by the teachings, writings, and your will be done in my life.’” to slam it shut and recoil in shock she did explain that helpless babies leadership style of Blessed Mother Ever since that time, God and disgust. “I didn’t want to keep were being taken out of their Teresa. Even as a child, she could has been answering the young looking at what I had just seen,” mothers’ wombs and left to die in closely relate to the humble, stead- woman’s prayers. Lila’s first task recalled Lila. this country. Lila learned that since fast, and resolute Sister of Calcutta was to assemble a group of friends “Then gathering a little bit of its legalization in 1973, abortion who stood against abortion. in the living room of her family’s 9-year-old courage, I opened the was claiming unborn lives at a rate Lila was particularly struck home — where she had discovered book back up and began looking of 3,000 daily, totaling more than when she read the nun’s comments the startling book about abortion. again,” Lila said. 1 million per year. at the 1994 National Prayer Break- In 2003, the teens formed Live Ac- She had been viewing photo- A compassionate child, Lila fast, where she told an audience of tion, a youth group that proactively graphs of innocent victims of first took many issues to heart at an 3,000 that included then-President spoke out against abortion. trimester abortions, including a early age — wars, genocide, and Bill Clinton and his wife, Hillary, In 10 years, it has evolved into 10-week-old fetus with tiny fingers homelessness to name a few. “But I that abortion was “the greatest one of the nation’s largest and most and toes. kept coming back to that image of destroyer of peace today ... because popular youth-led movements The child ran to her mother the child that I had seen. Because it is a war against the child, a direct dedicated to building a culture of and asked, “Is this real?” The ques- at the end of the day, I couldn’t killing of the innocent child, mur- life and ending abortion. Through tion was followed with a string of come up with an issue that was der by the mother herself.” investigative journalism and the others: “Is this really happening? more burning or that was more Lila admired Mother Teresa’s use of undercover videos, Live Ac- How can anybody be doing this to pressing,” she said. courage to stand up for what was tion exposes not only the real-life a baby? How can anyone do this? Lila, now age 24, is a devout right and not just utter words that tragedies of the abortion indus- How can this be true?” Catholic who was accepted into the were politically correct for a specif- Lila’s mother tried to calm Church four years ago after grow- ic audience. Lila further immersed CONTINUED ON PAGE 17

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