THE REGISTER CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF SALINA June 25, 2021

“It was an incredible and grace-filled day.” Father Brian McCaffrey

Heimerman Photography, Courtesy photos Father Brian McCaffrey took the ancient position of prostration at the base of the steps to the sanctuary while the Litany of Supplication was sung June 5 at Sacred Heart Cathedral in Salina. No ordinary ordination By Katie Greenwood was only Monday, or only Tuesday. I’m just so The Register excited and can’t believe that I am almost a priest.” On June 4, the Friday afternoon before The next day, June 5, the eagerly anticipated day Brian McCaffrey’s ordination to the priesthood, he of ordination arrived with brilliant blue skies and a admitted he remained in disbelief that the time had hot, warm sun. Sacred Heart Cathedral in Salina finally come. was nearly filled to capacity as hundreds of people “Every day this week, I’d wake up and think, crowded into the pews. ‘Today is the day,’ ” he said. “And then I realized it ORDINATION, Page 5

Bishop Vincke addressed McCaffrey on the duties McCaffrey’s mother shares a moment with her son Bishop Jerry Vincke lays hands on and responsibilities of priesthood during homily. after the ordination. McCaffrey during the ordination.

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BISHOP’S CALENDAR Turning to her July 5 Chancery closed hortly after I became the bishop in ety. But Mary invites us to turn to her 14 Prayer and Action – Beloit 17 Catholic Charities Annual Green Tie Celebration, August 2018, I had to attend a “new whenever we are afraid and worried about 6 p.m., Salina Sbishop” gathering in Rome. We had the future. 18 Installation Mass, 10 a.m., Seven Dolors, Manhattan lots of meetings and discussions regarding Mary was there at the cross, and she is 20 Chancery Staff Retreat; Chancery closed Church matters. One of my main goals, always with us during the crosses of our 23 Confirmation, 7 p.m., St. John Nepomucene, Beardsley however, was to visit the Church of St. own life. She wants to hold us amidst our 24 Installation Mass, 5:30 p.m., St. , Norton , the founder of the fears and worries, just as any loving moth- 25 Confirmation, 8 a.m., St. Francis of Assisi, Munjor Redemptorists. er would. 25 Confirmation, 1:30 p.m., St. Nicholas of Myra, Hays It’s not that I have a special affiliation to I pray a Rosary every day for our diocese. St. Alphonsus. But the reason I wanted to There are certainly many things visit that church is because it that cause me to be worried , FEASTS OF JULY has the original painting of and anxious. And yet, I take Our Lady of Perpetual great comfort in turning to “Let us turn to the exam- and Help, who is the patron our Blessed Mother. I have ple of the saints. They 11 Benedict, GERALD were people like 14 , of our diocese. Vincke a beautiful icon of Our us, flesh and bone, with priest I spent a great deal of Bishop, Salina Diocese Lady of Perpetual Help in failings and weaknesses, 15 , bishop time there praying for our my chapel, which I often who managed to conquer and doctor diocese and asking for the Blessed look to during my daily holy and master themselves for 16 Our Lady of Mount Mother’s protection and guidance. hour. Her presence brings peace and the love of God. Let us Carmel The image to me is profound. Jesus, even overcomes the fears and anxieties. consider their lives and, 21 , like bees who distill priest and doctor though he is God, was frightened by the Please join in my praying a Rosary every precious nectar from each 22 future when he saw the cross and the day for our diocese, as well as your own flower, we shall learn from 23 Bridget, religious spear. This was what his future was to special intentions. their struggles.” 25 James, apostle become, and yet, when he became afraid, In Christ’s service, St. Josemaria Escriva 26 Joachim and Ann, he jumped into his mother’s arms. parents of Mary I think this is a beautiful lesson for all of 3 Thomas, apostle 29 Martha us. There are so many things in our world 4 30 , 5 , bishop and doctor today that make us afraid. And it’s easy to The Most Rev. Gerald L. Vinke • priest 31 , turn in on ourselves and be filled with anxi- Bishop of Salina 6 , priest Seminarian dinner set for Aug. 12 GOSPEL READINGS July 4 The Register Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time Mark 6:1-6 The Annual Seminarian Fundraising Jesus preaches in his native place. Dinner provides a unique setting for the faithful of the diocese to meet current sem- July 11 inarians. The dinner will be hosted Aug. 12, Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time at Salina Country Club. The purpose of the Mark 6:7-13 evening is twofold: to honor and show Jesus sends out the Twelve, two by two. appreciation for the men who are discern- July 18 ing a call to the priesthood and to raise Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time awareness of the financial need. Mark 6:30-34 A seminarian will spend anywhere from Jesus and the apostles were tired, but the crowds followed six to nine years in formation. During his them. time in seminary, a seminarian is prepared for the vocation of priesthood through one seminarian is $50,000. The Salina July 25 Diocese is committed to financially sup- Seventeenth Sunday in Ordinary Time spiritual, intellectual, pastoral and human John 6:1-15 formation. porting its seminarians. In doing so, any Multiplying of the five loaves and two fish. Seminarian Zarybnicky reflected man discerning a vocation is not deterred on his experience attending Conception by financial burden. Seminary College in Conception, Mo. Currently, the Salina Diocese has six JULY PRAYER INTENTION “It can be easy to forget how awesome it seminarians in formation. Hopefully, these The Holy Father entrusts the Apostleship of Prayer to is to have the privilege of studying at men will become great priest for future publicize his prayer intentions for the good of the world seminary,” he said. “Between the prayer, generations of Catholics within the dio- and the Church. daily routine, various formators and the cese. other seminarians, we gradually develop The dinner is limited to the first 200 Universal Intention Social Friendship into joyful, Christ-centered servants, even RSVPs. To RSVP or to make a gift, vis- We pray that, in social, economic and political situa- though we definitely still fail and struggle it https://salinadiocese.org/events/annu- tions of conflict, we may be courageous and passionate along the way. Seminary forms us into men al-seminarian-fundraising-dinner-2/ . architects of dialogue and friendship. of God who are trying to live as he desires, For more information, contact Melanie which is what ultimately matters in life.” Melander at (785) 827-8746, Ext. 45 or email On average, the annual cost to educate [email protected]. FIND US ONLINE: salinadiocese.org

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OFFICIAL Abilene, pastor of St. John the Evange- chaplain of St. Isidore Catholic Student Pastor list Parish in Herington, St. Philip Parish Center in Manhattan. in Hope and St. Columba Parish in Father George Chalbhagam, CMI: From Elmo to pastor of St. Father Leiker: pastor of Ss. Philip and Andrew Parish in From parochial vicar of James Parish in Phillips- Abilene and priest Sacred Heart Parish in burg and St. John the supervisor of St. Michael Colby to temporary Evangelist Parish in Parish in Chapman. parish administrator of Logan to pastor of St. Ss. Philip and James Father Randall Weber: Parish in Phillipsburg Parish in Herington, St. From pastor of St. and St. John the Evange- Philip Parish in Hope and Andrew Parish in list Parish in Logan. Leiker St. Columba Parish in Chalbhagam O’Donnell Abilene to pastor of St. Elmo. Effective July 1, 2021 Patrick Parish in Ogden Father Brian McCaffrey:

along with assisting at Parochial vicar of St. The following priest Father Matthew Cowan: Seven Dolors Parish in Mary Queen of the assignment changes From parochial vicar of Manhattan and tribunal Universe Parish in Salina. will take effect July 1. St. Parish and duties at the diocese. assistant chaplain of the I recognize it can be Father Andrew Rockers: Comeau Catholic Cam- hard when a priest Father John Wolesky: From parochial vicar of pus Center in Hays to leaves your parish, From priest supervisor of Sacred Heart Cathedral pastor of St. Francis of McCaffrey especially if you care Weber Parish in Salina and St. Assisi Parish in Norton Cowan of the Blessed Virgin Joseph Parish in for him deeply. It can and St. Joseph Parish in Mary Parish in Brookville to parochial also be difficult for New Almelo. and St. Michael Parish in vicar of St. John the the priest when he is Chapman to priest Baptist Parish in Beloit Father Rich Daise: From assigned to a new supervisor of Immacu- and Ss. Peter and Paul pastor of Sacred Heart assignment. late Conception of the Parish in Cawker City. Parish in Colby to pastor Please know every Blessed Virgin Mary of St. Joseph Parish in Parish in Solomon and priest assignment Hays. St. Patrick Parish in Chaplain Rockers was made with the Daise Wolesky good of our diocese in Gypsum. Father Brian Lager: From Father Andy Hammeke: From parochi- mind. I love and care pastor of St. Joseph al vicar of St. Mary for all the parishes Parish and chaplain of Parochial Queen of the Universe and people of our the Comeau Catholic Parish in Salina and St. diocese and want Campus Center in Hays Vicar Patrick Parish in Gypsum to pastor of Sacred Heart to chaplain of the what is best for Parish in Colby. everyone. Father Ernest Amoake- Comeau Catholic Cam- Opare: (from the Ko- pus Center in Hays and For those of you Father Ryan McCandless: foridua Diocese in Amoake- part-time chaplain of who will have a new From chaplain of Thomas Lager Ghana) Parochial vicar of Hammeke Opare Prep-Mari- priest at your parish, I More Prep-Marian in Sacred Heart Cathedral an. ask that you please Hays to pastor of Seven Parish in Salina and St. welcome them with Dolors of the Blessed Joseph Parish in Virgin Mary Parish in Brookville. Retirement open arms and pray Manhattan. for them as they Father Elias Chinzara: Father Don Zimmerman: adjust to their new Father Kerry Ninemire: (from the Mutare Dio- From pastor of Ss. Peter home. Thank you for From pastor of Seven cese in Zimbabwe) and Paul Parish in Clay your faith, love and Dolors of the Blessed Parochial vicar to Im- Center and St. Anthony support of our . Virgin Mary Parish in McCandless maculate Heart of Mary Chinzara Parish in Miltonvale Zimmerman Manhattan and St. In Christ’s service, Parish in Hays and returning to full retire- Patrick Parish in Ogden part-time chaplain of ment. to pastor of Ss. Peter and Thomas More Prep-Mari- Paul Parish in Clay Center an. and St. Anthony Parish in Most Rev. Gerald L. Miltonvale. Father Matthew Davied: Vincke (from the Diocese of Bishop of Salina Father Peter O’Donnell: Wichita) Parochial vicar of From parochial vicar of Ninemire St. Davied St. Andrew Parish in Parish and assistant Thank you, Jesus, for a mother’s open arms

ou’ll notice in this fathom the way a mother So, if I as a big sister felt crying would cease. They bly sad. issue of The Register, I loves. that much love for him, the just wanted their mom. But Jesus always provides, Ywrote a story about Awhile back, my love a mother has must be I’ve been reflecting on that and he gave us his Mother. the Memorial Mass for Lewis ran out into the street more. a lot lately, how much my Imagine how the Blessed mothers who have lost a in front of a truck. Thankful- But it goes both ways, the mom loves me, and how Mother must love. She’s a child. ly, the driver saw him and love a child has for the much I love my mom. And it mom, too. And all of us, the That Mass was one of the stopped. But pure terror mother is unmatched. makes me laugh because my banished children of Eve, we most beautiful Masses I have coursed through my body as Growing up, I mom isn’t perfect. I like to are all her children. And she ever attended, but it was also I frantically tried to race to would babysit for think I’m pretty perfect. But mightily loves every one of the most heart-wrenching. him. It was my parents. And I according to my mom, I am us with a perfect love. Several weeks back, I sat like every- was so struck by not perfect either. What a beautiful gift. KATIE with a couple as they told me thing stopped. Greenwood how much my So it’s an imperfect love. Thank you, Jesus, for the gift their story. They lost their I was running, Creative Editor baby siblings But still a very powerful and of mothers everywhere. But baby boy when he was only 6 but not getting would cry profound love. thank you especially for the days old. anywhere. when my mom I am so grateful for the gift gift of our Blessed Mother. Again, it was a beautiful I had this innate drive to left the room. of my mom. But I know I’m conversation, but so protect him. And when he They’d scream their heads blessed. Some people have heart-wrenching. was fine and safe, all I could off. I’d hold them and rock strained relationships with I’ve been pondering these do was hug him, smothering them and tell them I loved their moms, or maybe their events in my prayer time. him with kisses and tears them, and it wasn’t enough. mom left or maybe their Katie Greenwood is the Specifically, I’ve pondered while reprimanding him all They’d still cry. But then, the mom passed away. creative editor of diocesan the love a mother has for her at the same time. And Lewis moment my mom walked Being deprived of an publications and the annual child. I can’t even begin to is just my baby brother. back into the room, all the earthly mother is so incredi- appeal coordinator. The Register, Catholic Diocese of Salina 4 June 25, 2021 Catholic Schools Sacred Heart students celebrate health By Makenna Allen Other activities included a health Each year, the event requires the health fair promoted healthy habits Special to The Register screening session as well as one help of a variety of professionals. such as drinking greater amounts Healthy habits begin early in life. that discussed the effects of drug According to SHHS Principal John of water years before the benefits Whether it be consuming nutri- addiction in adolescents. Krajicek, this year’s list of volun- were common knowledge. tious foods or getting in adequate According to SHHS Wellness teers included parties from Salina “We’re hoping to be not just one amounts of physical activity, the Chair Shelly Gaskill, the session Regional Hospital, Kansas Mental step but two steps ahead of the choices that youth make today can discussed the impact of practices Health and Sharp Performance. health curve,” she said. affect their health for years to such as smoking, vaping and SHHS parents also contributed Even with the objectives of health come. smoking marijuana in order to their time and expertise in the for students and forward-thinking, Sacred Heart High School (SHHS) provide students with the informa- medical profession. SHHS did not neglect to reflect hopes to spark an interest in tion they need to make educated Ultimately, all volunteers joined upon this year’s event. Following healthy habits for students through and healthy decisions. in the fair with the aim of promot- the conclusion of the morning’s the school’s annual health fair. “If we can inform them, ing the holistic health of activities, students were polled on a On April 8, all SHHS students had people can make decisions SHHS students. “thumbs-up, thumbs-down scale.” the opportunity to attend five and work towards getting “It’s really about education According to the results, the sessions that provided education away from those types of and kids knowing what of favorite session went as a tie on various aspects of healthy living. products that cause addic- they’re eating, the impact of between the pilates and stretching As students rotated through the tions,” Gaskill said. the things that they do, and session and the CPR/AED class. 15-minute sessions, they learned This idea of educating also the social and emotional No matter what activity students about topics ranging from a dieti- students to inspire healthy Krajicek component,” Krajicek said. most enjoyed, the health fair tian’s nutritious breakfast options decisions has been at the Gaskill emphasized the fact provided an opportunity for expo- to maintaining healthy relation- root of the fair since it began in that this fair is just one stage in sure to healthy habits that can last a ships from a Christian perspective. 2006 with a $250 grant. Gaskill introducing students to healthy lifetime. Students were also able to partici- has chaired the event since that habits. “The habits they develop as pate in hands-on sessions that time but has not been alone in her “It’s planting the seed,” Gaskill teenagers and young adults carry included a Pilates and stretching efforts. said. “We know we’re not going to on throughout life,” Krajicek said. course with Sharp Performance Through the help of a committee change the students overnight.” “If we get them on the right path, professionals. and board consisting of various Even as she plants the seed making good decisions regarding Shane Richards, a father of SHHS members of the Saline County com- within students, Gaskill looks into what they’re eating and how students and Saline County EMS, munity, as well as donations pro- the future to prepare students for they’re eating, how they’re taking also volunteered his services in vided toward the cause, Gaskill has healthy habits that are not yet care of their fitness and those kinds teaching a session on CPR and AED seen the success of the SHHS commonplace in society. In fact, of things, it can have a tremendous use. health fair for 16 years. Gaskill suggests SHHS and its impact.”

Pray for the youth of our diocese as they embark on mission and ministry this summer.

Matea Gregg, Communications Matea Gregg, Communications Matea Gregg, Communications Totus Tuus Team 1 Totus Tuus Team 2 Totus Tuus Team 3 Front row from left, Jamie Kuhlman and Robyn Front row from left, Elizabeth Wright and Torrie Front row from left, Brooke Leiker and Laura Logan. Back row from left, Schroeder and Gregg. Back row from left, Michael Lager and Meyer. Back row from left, Sam Stone and Ethan Dlabal. They will be serving in Atwood, James Probst. They will be serving in Lincoln, Matthew Hogan. They will be serving in WaKeeney, Hoxie, Sharon Springs, Colby and Hanover, Clay Center, Ellsworth, Osborne and Wilson, Ellis, Beloit, Abilene, Salina and Goodland. Norton. Oakley. Junior CYO camp Nearly 200 sixth-, seventh- and eighth-grad- ers attended the Junior CYO camp during Memorial Day week- end. Pictured right is one small group of campers.

Matea Gregg, Communications Prayer and Action team leaders Front row from left, Ridge Pinkston, Lane Werth and Brandon Bates. Back row from left, Jessica Williams, Elle Eilert and Lindsey Gack.

Have information about your school to submit for the next publication? Email it to [email protected]. June 25, 2021 The Register, Catholic Diocese of Salina Around the Diocese 5 Knights help brother Knight with ALS

By Donetta Robben Special to The Register Ken Collins knew some- thing was not right when he was asked to unlock a door for an employee as he worked security at the Ellis County Courthouse in Hays. He turned the key, but it did not turn. He tried again. No luck. The employee said, “Something must be wrong Front row, Ken Collins. Middle row from left, John Staab, with your key.” Shaun Linenberger, Ed Harbin and Lester Robben. Back row “Not the key,” Collins said. from left, Timothy Miller, Bob Klaus, Bob Lang and Pat “My hands.” Miller.

Collins joined his left hand Courtesy photos with his right, and the key Shaun Linenberger, Patrick Miller and Lester Robben place room and bathroom would fraternity for these men to easily unlocked the door. new facia on the outbuilding of the Collins’ home. have to be constructed in come out and help a man Collins, 69, knew he was order for Collins to use it. who can’t even change a getting weaker, but he degenerate, making it ter, and for the last 16 years, As an Army veteran, the lightbulb,” Collins said. chalked it up to getting a difficult for the person to he served as financial Veterans Administration “It’s fulfilling as a Knight,” little older and some nerve speak, eat, move and secretary. He continues, as helped remodel the Collins’ John Staab said as he painted damage from a previous breathe. There is no cure for best he can, to serve as usher house. However, there was the window pane. “Whether back surgery. He even ALS. at Immaculate Heart of still work to do on the it is helping a brother bought a stationary bike to As Collins called his three Mary Parish in Hays. outside of the house as the Knight or anyone in need, build up his muscle sons and other relatives, he Collins joined the Knights facia was splitting and it’s just great to help others.” strength, but it did not seem accepted the cross of his of Columbus several years would soon be rotting if it “Ken has given and given to help. diagnosis and was ready for after converting to the didn’t get replaced. and given,” said Lester After telling his family whatever struggles might Catholic faith. The Knights Members of Knights Robben, coordinator of the doctor about the lack of come his way. gave him a sense of brother- Council No. 6984 joined work day. “He has given strength in his hands, she “I guess I must stay in a hood and fraternity with forces to give back to a through the Knights of decided to send him to a state of grace at all times,” like-minded men. In his 40 brother Knight who has Columbus, through Boy neurologist. However, Collins said. years as a member of the given them many years of Scouts, through law en- COVID-19 was swinging After 42 years in some Knights of Columbus, his time and energy. On May forcement, always in service through the country. It took aspect of law enforcement, Collins served as Grand 22, they gathered together to others. It’s our turn to be three months to see the from a security guard in the Knight and District Deputy, and tore off the facia on the of service to him.” neurologist, who diagnosed U.S. Army to city police along with being the chair- Collins’ house and outbuild- It will take several more him with amyotrophic officer to working security man of numerous state ing, replaced and painted it. work days to complete the lateral sclerosis, more part-time in his retirement committees. He also served They also painted the project on the Collins’ commonly known as ALS. years, Collins’ career came as Faithful Navigator of window frames and doors. house, but the men indicat- ALS is a progressive to an end. Bishop Cunningham’s Collins, who was having ed they were up to the task neurodegenerative disease However, even more Fourth Degree order. difficulty breathing on the and more than willing to that affects nerve cells in the difficult for him was giving Being diagnosed with ALS day due to his disease and help out their brother brain and the spinal cord up his volunteer duties with meant many changes for the high humidity of the Knight. responsible for controlling the Knights of Columbus. Collins and his wife, Janice. Kansas plains, became Donetta Robben is executive voluntary muscle move- For 30 years, Collins edited Their house would have to emotional when asked what director of Divine Mercy Radio. ment. The muscles lack and published the St. Mary’s be remodeled to accommo- the help meant to him. She lives with her husband, nourishment and begin to Council No. 6984 newslet- date a wheelchair. A bed- “This is a great lesson in Lester, in Hays.

ORDINATION, from Page 1 Each person present had priesthood, what a beauti- been, in some way, impact- ful life.” ed by the life and vocation McCaffrey celebrated his of McCaffrey. first Mass at his home McCaffrey was escorted parish of St. Thomas More down the aisle by the Parish in Manhattan on Knights of Columbus June 6. His first assignment honor guard and was will be at St. Mary Queen of followed by nearly 60 the Universe Parish in members of the clergy. Salina, effective July 1. Following the readings, he “It was an incredible and was presented to Bishop grace-filled day,” McCaffrey Jerry Vincke and found said. “I was especially glad worthy to be called to the that so many people from order of the priesthood. the diocese and presbyter- Bishop Vincke began his ate could attend, especially homily. after being unable to be “First, I want to thank Heimerman Photography, Courtesy photo together for my diaconate God. Because he chose Father Brian McCaffrey talks with Bishop Jerry Vincke during the ordination ceremony ordination. I’m extremely Brian to be a priest for our June 5 in Salina. grateful to everyone in the diocese. A man who is person who loves you the of priests. He this world that he loves,” diocese who has been a part willing to lay down his life most is the one who called was invited to turn to Bishop Vincke said as he of my journey to the priest- for everyone. So, thank you, you, and that is Jesus. He prayer in all things and take finished his homily. “I, your hood. I am so excited to God.” chose you, and you re- the time to know his flock. bishop, need you in this serve in the coming years.” Bishop Vincke reminded sponded.” He was reminded a priest diocese that I love. And I am To watch a highlight McCaffrey that he is sur- McCaffrey was encour- is not a priest for himself, very happy to bestow the video of the ordination, visit rounded by many people aged to emulate the priest- but for his people. Holy Spirit upon you. His https://www.youtube.com/ who love him, “But the hood of St. , “Brian, Jesus needs you in love is better than life. The watch?v=WaYDLQiYvMQ. The Register, Catholic Diocese of Salina 6 June 25, 2021 Chancery Answering the Call to Share By The Register to love as we provide support Generosity is found in to the operations of the diocese abundance among the faithful that serve the pastors, parishes of the Salina Diocese. As of and lay faithful. June 1, nearly $1.65 million had By your gift, we bear witness been pledged to the Bishop’s to love as we provide support to the national collections that faith, hope and love Annual Appeal – Call to Share. 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By Katie Greenwood continue to serve the ences for the financial al funds managers who The Register Church. In managing technology industry. invest diocesan and parish Diocesan In the month of May, finances, we must recog- During this time, he be- assets. Chancery staff welcomed nize the generosity of the came a certified public • Manage the Deposit & events two new faces to the faithful who support the accountant in Colorado. Loan program. July Finance Office, Ernie Church, and therefore have But with the COVID on- • Coordinate and, when 11-16 • Prayer and Action: Armstrong and Tyler a responsibility to use slaught, Greenman was appropriate, negotiate all Beloit Greenman. those gifts wisely. forced to look for contractual services for • Totus Tuus: Colby, Armstrong joined the We want to bring work elsewhere. renovation, construction Osborne, Salina Chancery staff May 3 as transparency as we “When COVID hit, and services for the dio- the new chief financial focus our resources the events industry cese and parishes alike. 18-22 • Prayer and Action: Beloit officer. Born in San Diego, to accomplish our was not a great • Administer all property • Totus Tuus: Armstrong attained his mission, which is to industry to be a part and casualty insurance Goodland, Norton accounting degree from evangelize.” of,” Greenman said. programs, health insur- 18-22 • Prayer and Action: San Diego University. He Greenman joined Armstrong “I was blessed to find ance program and the Beloit received his master’s the staff May 17 as an opportunity here workers’ compensation • Totus Tuus: Oakley degree in business admin- the new assistant at the Diocese of insurance program. istration and became a chief financial Salina. I’m so grate- “We are so grateful to August 1-4 • Supreme Knights certified public accountant officer. A Colorado ful for the chance to have been able to staff our of Columbus in Colorado. He served for native, Greenman finally use my talents Finance Office with individ- Convention: Dodge 38-plus years in the Arch- received his bache- for the good of the uals who have strong, City diocese of Denver, first as a lor’s degree in Church. I couldn’t be technical knowledge of the 12 • Annual Seminarian parish business manager finance from Metro- Greenman more excited to raise field, and who are both Fundraising Dinner: and then in the Chancery politan State Univer- my family in central dedicated, practicing 5:30 p.m., Salina as the director of parish sity of Denver in 2013. Kansas.” Catholics,” said Kim Hoelt- Country Club in Salina finance and parish control- After working for several Within the Finance ing, director of human 14 • Annual Men’s ler. years in the industry, Office, both Armstrong resources in the Salina Conference: “I believe the Catholic Greenman went to Univer- and Greenman will assist Diocese. “Both men bring a Immaculate Heart Church plays a critical role, sity of Colorado in Denver the bishop in his role as lot to the table with their of Mary Parish in not just in the salvation of for his master’s degree in administrator of the tem- professional skillset, and we Hays our people, but in bringing accounting, which he poral goods of the diocese. are looking forward to the Check out our diocesan events our Catholic values into received in 2018. He began Services the Finance Office ways they will enhance our by visiting https:// today’s culture,” Armstrong working for a company provides include: ability to minister to the salinadiocese.org/events said. “For me, I’m here to that coordinated confer- • Oversee the profession- needs of our 86 parishes.” COLOR

June 25, 2021 The Register, Catholic Diocese of Salina Local 7 Men’s Conference a life-changing event

By Allison Ochoa in your life and it helps you think, Special to The Register ‘If they can make this happen, so The annual Men’s Conference can I.’ ” draws attendees from across the Among Zarybnicky’s fondest Salina Diocese and beyond. The memories of the conference are the 10th annual Men’s Conference will speakers and their presentations be Aug. 14 in Hays at Immaculate about living the Catholic faith in Heart of Mary Parish, and among today’s culture and being able to the men who hope to attend is Jim spend time with the diocese’s Zarybnicky. priests and seminarians, as well as Zarybnicky, a member of St. John other Catholic men from across the the region. Baptist “You really need to experience it; Parish give it a try,” he said of those who in might be considering attending. Your support helps this Ha- “There are good speakers and good entity in the Salina Diocese nover, messages. (Often) in my daily life has attended the Men’s Conference something will happen, and I’ll twice. His interest in attending for remember something I learned at the first time was sparked primari- the Men’s Conference. This experi- ly by curiosity. ence gives you something to fall “I recognized some of the speak- sons, said participating has allowed faith,” he said. “When you go, you back on – something that you’ll ers they were having because some him to hear from those well-known know you’ll run into people you’ve remember and be able to use for of them have been on Catholic Catholic speakers, but more impor- had previous contact with through the rest of your life.” radio, so I thought it would be nice tantly it has allowed him and his the Knights of Columbus, Prayer For more information about the to put faces to the voices I’d heard,” sons to experience the comraderie and Action or the March for Life. Men’s Conference, or to register for he said. of other Catholic men. You always run into people you the event, visit https://salinadio- Zarybnicky, who has attended the “You feel the importance of guys recognize so you just kind of get a cese.org/events/2021-mens-con- conferences with three of his four getting together (to share) their whole other group of good people ference/. Realizing God’s calling for the priesthood

uinter is my home 72 of us. It was overwhelm- to be with her. But then I had I feel so unworthy.” Even so, it still takes a lot of address, but I went to ing, and it was the first time I a counseling session with At the ordination Mass, energy for me to reach out to QSt. Michael’s in was away from home. one of the formators. He gave there’s the anointing and all people. I’m naturally an Collyer. My parents, Joseph My mom was quite sup- me the best advice, and I still that. But the bishop laid his introvert. Through the years, and Martina, were farmers, portive of my decision. In the use it. He said, “Do not make hands on me. That’s when the I’ve gotten better at reaching and their parents were meantime, my dad had a decision in the midst of a Holy Spirit is called upon the out to people. Playing the farmers, and their parents suffered a brain tumor. He trial or difficulty. Go through new priest. I knew at that guitar and singing helped were Russian-German was unable to do the farm it and make a decision in a point, this is it. This is it. with that, but I still like to immigrants. work, so my brothers ended time of peace.” Even today at ordinations, play the guitar on my own. I’m the oldest of seven. I up doing a good portion of So I went back the next when we go and lay hands on When I was assigned to the tried being bossy. It took me that. But I was still in Oklaho- year, and I graduated. our new brother priest, it is a Cathedral, I used to sit in the some years to get over that. ma in school. In seminary, I was studying solemn moment. After- pews at night. I would sit There are nine years differ- My dad died that Septem- and I knew about God. But I wards, there is the kiss of alone with the Lord, playing ence between me and the ber. So there was a question was starting to have a clearer peace, which is so joyful. my guitar and singing. It just youngest. of if I should stay home or relationship with him. I My first assignment was at filled the space. I used to do I went to the country not. But mom said, “Well, began to look St. Mary Queen of the that a lot. The Cathedral is so school for seven years. In whatever you want to do. It’s around at the Universe in Salina. After 20 alive, and when the music seventh grade, we went to OK.” I was 15. various other years of school, I was just echoed, I can’t describe it. Quinter. That’s where I got to But “Whatev- DONALD models of glad to be in a parish. There The Eucharist, by far, is my know the Quinter kids. I’m in er you want to Zimmerman priesthood. were two other priests and favorite sacrament. It’s a touch with many of them to do. It’s OK.” Pastor Looking at three religious sisters there. humbling thing. You know, this day. Then, after eighth Well, I them made We developed a really good we pray the words, “Lord, I grade, I went to minor didn’t have a clear indica- me believe I team ministry. am not worthy … ” It hum- seminary. I was 14. tion God wanted me to be a could do it. I just continued to Afterwards, I went to bles me each time. God loves I would have gone to priest. But I still wanted to follow the yearning for the Aurora and Miltonvale. At us so much that he invites us Victoria, but it was full. So try it. During this time, call. first, it was a little scary to participate. Why wouldn’t me and one other guy went Vatican II was occurring. So In my view, there were being on my own. I was a we want to be a part of that? to St. in was the Vietnam War. It guys much smarter and more little green about parish To be at Mass and be a part of Oklahoma. made things interesting. talented than me. At least I books and records and stuff that gift? I wish more people My folks had a strong faith. In the middle of my second judged them to be. But then like that. But Sister Carolyn would appreciate that. It’s I remember dad suggested year of college, the Oklaho- they would leave. I struggled Juenemann, CSJ, helped. impossible to fully under- one of us boys ought to think ma seminary closed. I was seeing many people, who I One of my assignments stand it, but we can still about being a priest. I transferred to Conception. thought were better than me, was at Kanopolis, Brookville, appreciate that great gift. thought about it. I was in Conception College was leaving. I wondered if I was Holyrood and Kanopolis As a priest, we are so sixth grade, and I thought quite different. There were worthy. It helped me to look Lake. I’d take my guitar out privileged to enter different maybe I could do it. 400 students, and it was the at the big picture as opposed with me and celebrate Mass aspects of people’s lives. For Father Henry Kieffer was second semester of my to singular moments. I tried outdoors. It was usually a me, one thing I really enjoyed the associate at my parish, sophomore year. My grades to think of the ways the Spirit Saturday night. On the days doing was Retrovaille. It’s a and he looked like he was had been fine in Oklahoma, was moving. when it rained earlier in the program that helps couples happy. I thought maybe I but with the change, they I was ordained to the morning, everything was so who have struggles in their could be happy as well. So I dropped to an all-time low. I priesthood on June 2, 1973. I fresh. That lake was actually marriage. In my experience, went to Oklahoma. It was a started to wonder if I was was 26, and Bishop Vogel where I had my first walleye. there is a high percentage of culture shock. Back home, actually supposed to be a ordained me at my home It was freshly caught. I ate people who have struggles in there were less than 20 kids priest. parish. Earlier that morning, the walleye and thought I their marriage. But this in all eight grades at the I started to think about a I was kneeling at the foot of had died and gone to . program was a lesson in country school. In our gal from back home and the altar, and I prayed, “God, The people are my favorite communication. freshman class, there were wondered if I was supposed why am I being called to this? part about being a priest. ZIMMERMAN, Page 9 COLOR

8 Local The Register, Catholic Diocese of Salina June 25, 2021 CROSSWORD Services offer life-changing tools to many

By Olivia Ayres with his loved ones. Special to The Register “I communicate more with Mental health struggles my wife. We talk way more, are universal. One of the which has improved our potentially lifesaving relationship 100 percent.” treatments for these strug- Humphrey said. “She says I gles is therapy. cry too much now, but it is a Josh Humphrey, husband good thing. I have learned and father from Wichita, how to open up and deal had a transformative experi- with my emotions, and that ence after receiving coun- it is OK to be emotional, and seling through Catholic it is OK to talk about how Charities. you feel. 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June 25, 2021 The Register, Catholic Diocese of Salina Local 9 The Eucharistic of Bolsena, Italy

Special to The Register While celebrating Holy in the cathedral. The linen One of the greatest Mass above the tomb of St. bearing the spots of blood mysteries of the Catholic Christina, located in the is still reverently en- faith is the Eucharist. church named for this shrined and exhibited in However, in 2019, a Pew martyr, he spoke the the Cathedral of Orvieto. research study indicated words of consecration and Urban IV was 69% of Catholics do not immediately blood started prompted by this miracle believe in the True Pres- to seep from the conse- to commission St. Thomas ence of the Eucharist. crated host and trickle Aquinas to compose the With permission from over his hands and onto Office for the Mass and the Blessed Carlo Acu- the altar. Liturgy of the Hours to tis Institute, The Register At first, the priest tried to celebrate the Most Holy will run a series of authen- hide the blood. But eventu- Body of the Lord (Corpus ticated and corroborat- well-known accomplish- The Eucharistic miracle ally, he interrupted the Christi). One year after the ed Eucharistic ments is documenting of Bolsena, depicted by Mass and asked to be taken miracle, in August 1264, that have occurred through Eucharistic miracles from in a well-known to the neighboring city of Pope Urban IV introduced the ages. The series was around the world and fresco in the Vatican Orvieto where Pope Urban Aquinas’ composition, and created by Blessed Carlo. cataloging them onto a Palace, took place in 1263. IV resided. by means of a papal bull, Born in 1991, Carlo grew website (http://www. A German priest, Peter of The pope sent emissaries instituted the Feast of up with a deep faith and miracolieucaristici.org/en/ Prague, stopped at Bolsena to investigate. When the Corpus Christi. devotion to the Eucharist. Liste/list.html) he created while on a pilgrimage to facts were ascertained, he Resources: Aspiring filmmak- Additionally, he was an before he died of leukemia. Rome. ordered the bishop of the er Solenne Santiago, 18, of amateur computer pro- Eucharistic Miracle of He was pious, but he found diocese to bring the host Bremerton, Wash., produced a grammer. One of his more Bolsena, Italy | 1263 it difficult to accept that and linen cloth bearing the short film on this Eucharistic Christ was actually present stains of blood to him. miracle. To view the video, visit: He had the placed PILGRIMAGE TO THE HOLY LAND in the consecrated host. www.FaithPrevailsMovie.com.

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6:30pm-9:30 pm Dance to Barefoot Becky and the Ivanhoe Dutchmen $10 entry to the dance. Kids under 12 receive free entry to dance Best Bargain of the Festival! Fun for all Ages Everyone Welcome 10 Local The Register, Catholic Diocese of Salina June 25, 2021 Mothers find solace in Christ By Katie Greenwood The Register On May 13, four days after Mother’s Day, a memorial Mass for mothers took place at Our Lady of Perpet- ual Help Parish in Concor- dia. “I feel as though we are on Mothers attending the event holy ground,” said Bishop were given roses to symbol- Jerry Vincke as he stood ize children lost. before a crowd of women. The mothers gave their The women varied in age children to Mary, uniting and background. Some their suffering with hers. were present with their Following Mass, the husbands or close friends. women were invited to They came from all corners attend a light luncheon. of the diocese. But they all Each woman gave a brief had one thing in common. introduction and then At some point, they had lost shared the name of the a child. child she had lost. The grief Bishop Vincke recalled in the room was palpable as Psalm 130. Matea Gregg, Communications each woman shared her “Out of the depths I cry to A mother gently places a rose at the foot of the cross during the memorial Mass for moth- story. Some lost their you, O Lord,” he said. ers on May 13 in Concordia. The rose symbolizes a child who died. children in miscarriage or “Today, your heart cries the mother goes with delivered stillborn babies. because you have lost a them,” Bishop Vincke said. Some lost their children in child, perhaps to miscar- “Today is the Feast of car accidents or to cancer. riage, stillborn, an accident Fatima, and we remember Some lost their children as or illness. Your heart cries the Blessed Virgin Mary. early as 6 weeks or as late out because your child was She lost a child, too.” he as 60 years old. taken away much sooner said. A slideshow with names than expected.” He compared the wounds and images of the children He then of a mother’s was played, and the women reflected on heart to present could be seen the greatest Mary’s. offering comforting words gift a child can When Jesus and embraces to one anoth- ever receive, died, Mary’s er. There was a sense of Your support helps this the loving entity in the Salina Diocese heart was heavy solidarity amongst gaze of a pierced by a them. mother. For a mother to sword. So too are the hearts A mother spends time in prayer during the memorial Mass. But at the end, once again, hold her child as her eyes of mothers who lose a child. At the end of the homily, were given a long-stemmed there was cause for hope. pierce into theirs is the But even through grief, Bishop Vincke thanked the red rose to symbolize the One mother stood up and greatest blessing, because a there is hope. mothers for their love and child they had lost. Some shared her gratitude to mother gazes the same way “Jesus said that you will urged them to trust in Jesus’ women took one, others those gathered. She invited God gazes at each person. weep and mourn,” Bishop promises, reminding them two, some three and some them to be joyful. “A mother can honestly Vincke said. “But your grief that Jesus once said, “Let took even more. They then “I’m sad sometimes say the words, ‘This is flesh will be turned to joy. He the little children come to made their way down the because I miss my son,” she of my flesh and bone of my created your child. He gazes me, for the kingdom of God aisle and placed their roses said. “But at the same time, bone. This child was knitted on them with love. He belongs to such as these.” near a statue of Mary, who I am so joyful because my in my womb.’ So when a desires to be with them for Following Holy Commu- stood at the foot of the son is with God, and what child dies, it’s like a part of all eternity.” nion, the women present cross. could be better?” Event honors sisters in Salina Diocese parishes

By Katie Greenwood letter and recommended I get a He shared three things he believes small way of saying thank you for all The Register spiritual director. She told me to be the vocation of a religious sister does they have done for me and for our Within the Diocese of Salina, there completely honest and not hide for the world: diocese.” is a consecrated virgin, a hermitess anything. It was the best advice. It • Tells the world a relationship After the meal, Bishop Vincke and three groups of religious sisters: allowed me to bring everything into with God is what matters the most. invited the sisters to each share a Sisters of St. Joseph in Concordia the light so that God can work. • Demonstrates how to love others. little about themselves. A micro- (CSJs), Madres from Mexico and the “Also in the seminary, I was on • Bears witness to faith and pa- phone was passed around the room Daughters of Mary, Mother of Israel’s retreat in Idaho where my aunt Sister tience in God. as the sisters shared their name, Hope. Josephine was. She gave me a CD on Following Mass, all present were hometown, ministries and gratitude On May 11, nearly 40 sisters, along the life of St. Ignatius of Loyola. At invited to a special luncheon. The for the gift of their vocation. with priests, Chancery staff and that time, I was having doubts about priests served the meal to the sisters As the newest order to the diocese, faithful, gathered at the Sacred Heart being a priest. I listened to the CD as a small gesture of thanking them Mother Miriam of the Lamb of God, Cathedral in Salina to honor the and learned that St. Ignatius fre- for their service. O.S.B. expressed gratitude for the influence and service of the sisters at quently wondered if he was good “It was a joy being with all the example of the other sisters, saying, the annual diocesan Religious Sisters enough. And then one day, God sisters,” said Father Keith Weber, “St. Teresa of Calcutta said, ‘We Appreciation Mass. spoke to him and said, ‘Leave your pastor of St. ourselves feel that what we are doing In his homily, Bishop Jerry Vincke sins to me. I need you in the world Parish in Salina. “Having been taught is just a drop in the ocean. But the shared the impact religious sisters that I love.’ I felt like God was speak- by the Sisters of St. Joseph when I ocean would be less because of that had on his own life. ing to me.” was in grade school and high school, missing drop.’ Thank you for your “Four of my aunts became Bene- Bishop Vincke said his aunts made they played a significant role in drop in the ocean.” dictine sisters. They all influenced a tremendous impact, much like the helping to form me in my youth. The next Religious Sisters Appreci- me,” he said. sisters of the Diocese of Salina have Being able to concelebrate the Mass ation Mass is scheduled for 11 a.m. “When I was a seminarian, my made an impact on the lives of the in their honor and to help with May 17, 2022, at Sacred Heart Cathe- aunt Sister wrote me a people they’ve touched. serving the lunch after Mass was a dral in Salina. All are invited. June 25, 2021 The Register, Catholic Diocese of Salina Local 11 Foundation SISTER CELEBRATION goes live July 31

By The Register The new Catholic Foundation for Diocese of Salina (CFDS) is about to go live. The foundation will accept its first funds July 31. The mission of CFDS is to support all aspects of the Catholic faith in the Diocese of Salina by developing, managing, grow- ing and granting funds using Catholic values and honoring the donor’s intent.

“Simply put, we hope to create a circle of Courtesy photo support with our donors to ensure that our The jubilee celebration May 23 at the Dominican Sisters of Peace Motherhouse in Great Bend included parishes, schools and ministries are able to seven jubilarians who were celebrating 60 to 85 years of profession. Front row from left, Sister Teresita continue God’s work here in our Salina Huse, Sister Frances Biernacki and Sister Marie Antoinette Klein. Back row from left, Sister Loretta Diocese,” said Foundation CEO Katie Plat- Podlena, Sister Rose Mary Stein, Sister Francine Schwarzenberger and Sister Joan Ice. ten. The new Catholic foundation is indepen- dent from the diocese, with Bishop Vincke as a member of the board --allowing for the oversight required by the Code of Law. The remaining board members are mostly laypeople Blessings of the land from across the By Bob Schroeder Weston McCarry, Preci- fields in the diocese. diocese with a wide Special to The Register sion Agriculture Technology Participants then traveled variety of experience On May 14, the Salina instructor, emphasized the to the home of J.J. and Lori in matters of finance, Diocese Catholic Rural Life importance of stewardship. Denny, where Bishop Vincke investments and Commission (RLC) hosted its “I uniquely think we have blessed their family’s 4-H development. annual St. Isidore’s Day an obligation to take care of animals. The day concluded All current endow- observance. It is one of three the land,” he said. “I don’t with Mass at Sacred Heart ment funds held by main events hosted by RLC, think we own this land. ... Parish in Colby, celebrated the diocese and the Catholic Community the other two being a winter (With) the equipment that by Bishop Vincke, during Foundation, an affiliate of the Greater Salina seminar and the Century we are using … we can which he blessed the soil and Community Foundation, will move to CFDS. Farm Award. strategically place water, seeds. Following Mass, the Foundation staff are currently working with The day began with coffee, chemical and seed based on group ate dinner prepared those fundholders to set up new fund agree- donuts and an opening what the soil can do. … We’re by the Colby Sacred Heart ments in advance of the transition date. This prayer by Bishop Jerry harnessing the created Altar Society. means the new foundation will begin with Vincke at Our Lady of world to do bigger things.” St. Isidore’s life was hon- approximately $19 million in assets under Perpetual Help Parish in The group traveled to ored by attendees. Father management. Goodland. Brewster for a tour of the Rich Daise, RLC moderator, CFDS will offer endowment and expend- The group toured North- AgSun operation. AgSun emphasized the diocese is able funds for religious organizations and west Kansas Technical began in 2004 by owners predominantly agricultural for private individuals who wish to start College’s Precision Agricul- Phil and Sharron Knox as an and it is important to carry their own funds to support their favorite ture Technology Program. effort to produce flaked corn faith into the work. Catholic ministries. The school hosts a 240-acre — a more efficient food for “A lot of people value their Endowment funds are funds in which the research facility with live cattle as it is easier for them faith, but they think it’s just a principal is perpetually protected while the production, including fields to digest than rolled/ground private thing,” he said. “Faith earnings are used to support today’s needs. for testing anything from corn, resulting in a better is a part of our life out here. Expendable funds can be either short-term soil pH levels to efficiency of energy source. Everybody is dependent savings for a particular project or long-term irrigation nozzles to identi- Don Allen, manager of upon agriculture … . (It all) savings for Catholic institutions and minis- fying the most effective AgSun, led a tour of the begins with the farmer, the tries. nitrogen levels for increas- facility. Corn seed bought livestock and the crops.” Funds will be invested in the market to ing crop performance. from local farmers is stored in “We are to take what we deliver competitive returns, while ensuring The program stays current grain bins, which hold a learn spiritually from our they are invested in alignment with our with the latest technology, combined maximum of 1.5 priests (and spiritual leaders) Catholic values. utilizing a drone to spread million bushels. The corn is and … apply it to our daily To encourage all diocesan institutions to fertilizers, probes to take then sent through the flaking lives,” said Art Befort, RLC have a fund at the CFDS, any parish, Catho- water measurements and process and through soak president. lic school or other Catholic ministry or electromagnetic sleds to tanks to increase shelf. Once That is the goal of St. organization can open an expendable fund identify soil types. finished, the corn is loaded Isidore’s Day, not merely to with just $100. Donors will be able to con- The program harnesses onto semi trailers and shipped learn about agriculture, but tribute to these funds online or by more technology to help farmers to feedlots and dairies. to learn to allow faith to traditional means. increase efficiencies while Allen, who has been with permeate lives and work. It “We are excited about the opportunity decreasing cost and waste. AgSun since its beginning, is about giving glory and that the foundation will bring to our dioce- “(Our goal is to) put inputs explained how the cooked thanks to God who has given san Catholic community,” Platten said. “Our where they will be used most corn flakes allow starches to the land and animals to care hope is that one day, every organization efficiently,” said Brad Bergs- stay in the corn, which helps for, just as St. Isidore did. within the diocese will have an account at ma, vice president for fatten cattle. To learn more about the CFDS. Our goal is to serve our Catholic information technology at From AgSun, the group RLC, visit salinadiocese.org/ donors as we seek to provide for future Northwest Tech. moved on to Colby, stopping office/rural-life/. generations of Catholics.” That helps farmers and at the farm of Kriss and Lisa For more information, contact Platten, Bob Schroeder lives with his industry leaders be good Schroeder. Bishop Vincke wife in Colby. He is a parishioner [email protected], or Beth stewards of the land. blessed their fields and all at Sacred Heart Parish. Shearer, [email protected], or call (785) 827-8746. 12 Around the Diocese The Register, Catholic Diocese of Salina June 25, 2021 Emcee returns for The value of hard work uestion: Is it problematic when we reflected on the Acts of You remember how good it felt to to work hard and to take the Apostles. That book in the see the finish line. You enjoyed conference Qdelight in accomplish- New Testament is a go-to for the the companionship of family and By Allison Ochoa ments? first reading at Mass between friends who were there to help Special to The Register Answer: No, it’s not. Hard work Easter Sunday and Pentecost. It you celebrate. Those can be When the 10th annual diocesan Men’s is a value in the human condition, gives us a glimpse of the rhythm moments of grace and can en- Conference opens Aug. 14, Father Gale and it is something that resonates in the early Church: their suc- courage us when hope is in short Hammerschmidt will return to his role with quite a few people in this cesses, failures, what some of the supply. When our head isn’t in as the event’s master of ceremonies. Now part of the country. If someone is key moments were and who some the game, we can draw upon in his sixth year as the emcee, Father eager to ignore accomplishments of the important missionaries those experiences as well as the Hammerschmidt, pastor of St. Isidore’s or tries to make you feel guilty or were. The events overlap with a graces from the sacraments to Catholic Student Center in Manhattan, prideful when something posi- tremendous amount of labor that keep us on track. Instead of said he anticipates the conference and tive happens, my invitation is to was done for the sake of the looking for more work to do or the fellowship it offers will have a lasting dig a little deeper on this before kingdom. God was for more excuses, there are times impact on the men in attendance. resorting to what might be your answering the prayers when we need to say “yes” and “I’m a son of the Salina Diocese, so I first inclination. for necessary laborers times when we need to say “no.” love that our very own diocese is putting Let’s say you for the harvest The search for that wisdom is a attend a spring PETER (Matthew 9:38). It lifelong project for most of us. on such an incredible conference,” he O’Donnell said. “Men from other dioceses – Dodge music program Pastor was a crucial When is the last time someone City, Wichita and others – come here for one of your time since their challenged you to give it all because it’s a great conference and that kids or grandkids. At the end of work set the tone you’ve got, and you knew there inspires me.” each song, everyone claps – even for the upcoming centuries of was something profound within Father Hammerschmidt said he con- if there were all kinds of mis- missionary activity. When they that possibility? tinues to be drawn to the Men’s Confer- takes. There is a dimension here were in position to be instru- In May, we honored the memo- ence each year for many reasons, but of adults conveying that hard ments of God working through rial of St. Joseph the worker, a primarily because it builds on the work is a positive thing – such as them, it gave them reason to take good example of a strong work Church’s mission. preparing for the program and delight in many significant ethic. The Lord allows us to “In the U.S., we look at individualism as bringing that to fruition. The accomplishments. engage in tangible tasks and this great virtue, but it’s never been a students can’t help but feel loved Is it possible to get carried projects which are acts of coop- Christian theme,” he said. “We are called and valued when there is an away? Yes, overwork or becom- eration with His graces. The Lord to community – to do things together. outward acknowledgement of ing a workaholic are problems provides us with the renewal This conference is one of the greatest their efforts. that can lead to many issues. It necessary so we agree to the level examples of community I’ve seen. While there are times when it’s hurts marriages. It ends up of work that is proper to our “I’ve met a lot of people over the years wise not to show outward ap- backfiring – since it no longer circumstances. Once various in our diocese and beyond as a pastor, proval or when we need to say witnesses the hope or the joy of forms of labor happens, that through Prayer and Action and at other something challenging to a loved the Christian life. My invitation is gives us reason to celebrate, a events. People one, the healthy feedback loop of to seek the balance of the right reason to take delight in what we I’ve known and clapping after something good level of work for your circum- are able to accomplish. loved all happens is a life-giving message stances, and to be accountable so Father Peter O’Donnell is associate gather togeth- to young people. By no means is you don’t slip into subtle forms of pastor of Herington, Hope, Elmo and Your support helps this er at this event, such a message somehow pride- desperation or avoidance. Abilene. He is the and the entity in the Salina Diocese and it’s a ful or selfish. Perhaps you have memories of archivist for the Diocese of Salina. He witness to that call to communion which You might have observed many powerful moments when you was ordained a priest in 2010 and is what we’re all about.” instances in the Easter season completed a major undertaking. received a license in canon law in 2017. During the past 10 years, Father Hammerschmidt said he has seen the fruit of the conference develop in parish- U.S. bishops approve action items at assembly es across the diocese as attendees contin- ue to build each other up. He credits the Special to The Register Penance, 182-6, with two abstentions. This liturgical book is conference’s first director, Reg Konrade, usually not needed for individual confessions but is WASHINGTON — The Catholic bishops of the U.S. particularly useful in the planning of parish penitential for this momentum. met June 16 to 18 for their Spring General Assembly services. The votes for these three texts required affirma- “From the very start, Reg always made in a virtual format. The agenda included votes on tion by two-thirds of the members and are sure that in my remarks I encouraged nine action items. subject to the confirmation of the Vatican’s Congregation men to continue to get together at the for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments. parish level, outside of the conference,” Action items 1 and 2: During their meeting, the bishops Action item 7: The full body of bishops also voted to task he said. “The direct impact of this con- held a canonical consultation on the causes of beatifica- the Committee on Doctrine to move forward with the ference is the great number of men’s tion and of the servants of God Joseph Verbis drafting of a formal statement on the meaning of the Lafleur, diocesan priest, and Marinus (Leonard) LaRue, Eucharist in the life of the Church. Requiring a simple groups (that have formed) at the parishes professed Brother of the Order of Saint Benedict. The majority vote for approval, the action item passed with throughout our diocese. They’ve re- bishops expressed support for the advancement of the 168-55, with six abstentions. mained solid and steady, and they’ve causes of beatification and canonization of both individu- als at the diocesan level. allowed men to lean on each other in Action item 8: Following the Vatican’s 2018 synod on young people, faith and vocational discernment, their faith.” Action item 3: The conference voted to approve the issued a post-synodal apostolic exhortation on young Father Hammerschmidt believes this development of a new formal statement and comprehen- people, Christus Vivit. The bishops voted with 222-7to year’s conference theme, Men of Hope, sive vision for the Native American and Alaska Native approve the drafting of a National Pastoral Framework for will resonate deeply with the attendees Ministry. It was approved 223-6. The plan envisions encom- Youth and Young Adults that would be the United States’ passing the concerns of the Catholic Native Communities response to the implementation of Christus Vivit. Consid- both personally and as ambassadors for but also a dialogue to develop ways for evangelization and ering this movement in the Church of engagement of Christ. matters of Catholic Native social justice. young people, and in the wake of the COVID pandemic “It’s important to look at where God is which continues to impact life in the world, the bishops believe is an opportune time for this framework to guide so abundantly present and feel great Action items 4, 5 and 6: The Latin Church members of the Conference voted to approve three translations by the the Church’s efforts in the coming years. hope,” he said. “Hope and joy are vital as International Commission on English in the Liturgy for use we continue to strive to build up the in the dioceses of the United States. They included a vote Action item 9: The bishops voted to approve a National kingdom of God. that concerned materials for the celebration of the Pastoral Framework for Marriage and Family Life Ministry in Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the Church, which was the United States: Called to the Joy of Love, that was “I think men will walk away from this approved 188-2. This memorial was added to the liturgical proposed by the Committee for Laity, Marriage, Family Life, event with added incentive and motiva- calendar in 2018 and is observed on the Monday following and Youth. The framework is intended to assist dioceses as tion to evangelize, so take courage and Pentecost. The second vote was on a collection of inter- local pastoral planning and implementation continues to cessions and prayers for the Liturgy of the Hours, which take place since the publication of the 2016 apostolic come. Be courageous, say, ‘yes,’ and come was likewise approved 186-3, with one abstention. exhortation on the family, Amoris Laetitia. It provides join us at this conference. Everyone I’ve The retranslation of the Liturgy of the Hours is a large and guidelines for the pastoral accompaniment of married encouraged to do that in the past has ongoing project, and there are several groups of texts that couples and families in every phase of life, drawing upon will need to be approved by the bishops in the coming the teachings and recommendations contained in the done it and decided to come back. It will years before the entire project can be completed. The apostolic exhortation. The proposal was approved 212-13, be a powerful day.” bishops approved a new translation of the Order of with four abstentions. June 25, 2021 The Register, Catholic Diocese of Salina Around the Diocese 13 2021 Kansas Legislative Report Card comes into focus

The Register industry. Without Value Them Both ment and approval in a statewide statewide to access privately funded The Kansas Catholic Conference (a title recognizing the fundamental vote. Supermajority margins in both scholarships of up to $8,000 each. — the public policy arm of the value of both mothers and their the House and Senate were needed The scholarships can be used to Catholic Church in Kansas — is preborn children), the abortion to first place Value Them Both on attend Catholic or other non-public giving the recently concluded 2021 industry will conduct business with the ballot. schools. The legislation, known as legislative session a mostly positive virtually no legal safeguards. That Every Republican legislator in HB 2134, also fully funded public report card. Legislation protecting will be a disaster.” Kansas voted yes on Value Them schools at historic high levels. mothers and their babies headed the Value Them Both became neces- Both. Every Democratic legislator The biggest disappointment of the list of achievements, along with sary after the Kansas Supreme voted no. The Value Them Both vote 2021 session, according to Weber, expanded educational opportunity. Court issued a ruling in an abortion is set for Aug. 2, 2022. was failure to pass the Fairness in “Passing the Value Them Both case in April 2019. If allowed to In addition to Value Them Both, Women’s Sports Act, which would state constitutional amendment for stand unchallenged, more than 20 Weber praised the 2021 Kansas have ensured biological girls and life, thereby placing it on the ballot current pro-life Kansas laws pro- Legislature for passing educational women would only compete in for a vote of the people, was by far tecting mothers and babies will opportunity legislation designed to athletics against other biological the most significant accomplish- likely be overturned. provide options for lower-income females. The legislation passed but ment of the 2021 session,” said Those laws include bans on families and students who might not was vetoed by Gov. Laura Kelly. Chuck Weber, executive director of taxpayer funded abortion, late-term be having their classroom needs For a comprehensive review of the the Kansas Catholic Conference. abortions and parental consent for met. 2021 Kansas legislative session, go “Every registered voter in the minors seeking an abortion. The The low-income tax credit schol- to www.KansasCatholic.org. Chuck state will now have a voice when it only viable response to the court arship program will allow an esti- Weber can be reached at Chuck@ comes to regulating the abortion ruling is the constitutional amend- mated 150,000 more students KansasCatholic.org.

Appreciating the sacrifice of our priests Honoring

By The Register At this time, we would Father Norbert Dlabal Father Kerry Ninemire Father In May, the annual like to share our apprecia- Father Beryl Gibson* Father Daryl Olmstead Clergy Health and Retire- tion for the retired priests Father James Grennan* Father Donald Pfannen- ment Board meetings took who continue to minister James Hake* stiel* Kapaun place. as they are able, and for Father James Hoover* Father Daniel Scheetz* By Corie Lynn These meetings provide the many priests who are Father Merlin Kieffer* Father Charlie Steier Special to The Register an opportunity for the past retirement age and Father Larry Letour- Father Bill Surmeier* Father died clergy aged 65 and above continue to serve our neau* Father Basil Torrez* in a prisoner of war camp in to gather for fraternity, diocese and our parishes. Father Melvin Long* Father Alvin Werth* Korea in 1951. Originally but also to discuss matters Father Henry Baxa Father Roger Meitl* Father John Wolesky from Pilsen and previously pertaining to health and Father Frank Coady Father Morgan* Father Don Zimmerman serving as a priest in the retirement. Father Rich Daise Father LeRoy Metro* (*Retired) Diocese of Wichita, the Kansan was known for his Victoria Clergy sacrifice for and service to Health and his fellow soldiers. Retirement Many people have worked Meeting to honor Kapaun, including Front row from left, having him canonized as a Father Jerome Mor- gan, Father James saint and posthumously Grennan, Father Bill presenting him with the Surmeier and Father Medal of Honor. Most Rich Daise. Back row recently, Congressman from left, Father Tracey Mann of Kansas’s Norbert Dlabal, Big First District intro- Father Alvin Werth, duced legislation to recog- Bishop Jerry Vincke nize his service. and Father Dan The decision to write the Scheetz. legislation came after

Photos by Matea Gregg, Kapaun’s remains were Communications found in March. “So he was repatriated to the U.S., and, you know, he’ll be only the second Medal of Honor recipient to have his remains repatriat- Salina Clergy Health ed once he’s brought to his and Retirement final resting place here in Meeting Kansas,” Mann said. Front row from left, Father Mann, who grew up in Daryl Olmstead, Father Quinter and now lives in John Wolesky, Father Salina, said continuing to Jerome Morgan, Father honor Kapaun is important Henry Baxa, Father Merlin for his work during his Kieffer, Monsignor James lifetime but also because he Hake, Father LeRoy Metro represents what it means to and Father James Hoover. be a servant-leader. Back row from left, Father “Look at his life, how he Don Zimmerman, Father Rich Daise, Father Mark cared for others, how he Wesely, Father Kerry was so selfless, the example Ninemire, Bishop Jerry he lived,” Mann said. “We Vincke, Father Joseph need to be holding up these Kieffer, Father Steve positive examples to Heina, Father Frank Coady inspire and encourage all and Father Keith Weber. of us.” KAPAUN, Page 14 14 Local The Register, Catholic Diocese of Salina June 25, 2021

CROSSWORD ANSWERS JOBS PLENARY INDULGENCE

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KAPAUN, from Page 13 The legislation also examples sort of shows the includes a clause to identify way for all of us, and that’s a and honor POWs and good thing.” soldiers missing in action from the country’s conflicts. The hope is to acknowledge that Kapaun was one of many serving soldiers who fell into these categories. Mann is co-sponsoring a second piece of legislation with the Kansas delegation. While he does not know TIM when the resolution would pass, it would rename the LINENBERGER Herington Post Office to Painting & Decorating Captain Emil J. Kapaun Post Office Building. Kapaun Specializing in grew up in Pilsen, just south • Church Interiors and Design of Herington. • Statuary and Stations “We think of how we Restoration serve people in large and • Faux Marble and Granite small ways in our families, 2134 Edgehill Road, Salina in our communities, in the (785) 826-6949 state, in the country,” he [email protected] said. “So holding up positive timlinenbergerpainting.com June 25, 2021 The Register, Catholic Diocese of Salina Local 15

DEATHS

Patricia Ann Ashland, 66, of in Concordia. Father Sister Bernita Marie Leiker, ed May 22. Father Tom Welk, Funeral Mass was celebrat- Concordia, died May 17, Metz officiated. Burial was ASC, 97, of Antonino, died CPPS, presided. Burial was ed May 8 at St. Joseph Parish 2021. Celebration of Life in St. Concordia Cemetery May 19, 2021. She had been in Wichita Center Cemetery. in New Almelo. Father Jose Service was May 21 at in Concordia. a professed Adorer of the Kumblumkal, CMI, presided. Chaput-Buoy Funeral Home Blood of Christ for 80 years. Agnes Shoemaker Lyon, 95, Burial was in St. Joseph Funeral Mass was celebrat- of Norton, died Jan. 13, 2021. Cemetery.

Mary Margaret Richard, 90, of Miltonvale, died May 10, 2021. Funeral Mass was celebrated May 15 at St. Anthony Parish in Milton- vale. Father Don Zimmer- man presided. Inurnment was in Miltonvale Cemetery in Miltonvale.

Paul A. Richard, 77, of Edinburg, Texas, died Jan. 19, 2021. Private graveside service with military honors was May 27 at St. Concordia Cemetery in Concordia. Father David Metz presided.

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BAPTISMS

Lylee Maire Bell, daughter of 16, 2021, by Father Jarett Parish in Ellis. daughter of Andrew and Father Nick Parker at Immac- Brandon and Haley Bell, was Konrade at St. John the Olivia (Davenport) Zellmer, ulate Heart of Mary Parish in baptized April 18, 2021, by Baptist Parish in Beloit. Mason Abel Windholz, son of was baptized May 22, 2021, by Hays. Father Damian Richards at St. Michael and Nicole Windholz, Nicholas of Myra Parish in Olivia Ann Whisman, daugh- was baptized April 25, 2021, by Hays. ter of Davis and Karen Father Damian Richards at St. (Martin) Whisman, was Nicholas of Myra Parish in Hays. Mallory DiAnn Cox, daughter baptized May 30, 2021, by of Ethan and Britny (Pfannen- Father Dana Clark at St. Mary Marcilyn Claire Zellmer, stiel) Cox, was baptized May 23, 2021, by Father Dana Clark at St. Mary Parish in Ellis.

Grayson Michael Danehey, son of Ryan and Page Dane- hey, was baptized May 2, 2021, by Deacon Wayne Talbot at St. Thomas More Parish in Manhattan.

Paxton Thor Davis, son of Justin and Jennifer (Beims) Davis, was baptized May 20, 2021 by Father Norbert Dlabal at Sacred Heart Parish in Atwood.

Jade Aloysius Drohman, daughter of Jess Drohman and Natalie Taylor, was baptized May 2, 2021, by Father Ryan McCandless at Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Hays.

Mary Josephine Strathman, daughter of Doug and Valerie Strathman, was baptized May

WEDDINGS Matthew Cunningham and Jenna Lang were married May 22, 2021, at St. Mary Parish in Ellis. Father Dana Clark witnessed their vows. Wit- nesses were Dillon Kinder- knecht and Brittany Lang.

Colton Corwin and Shannon Toll were married , 2021, at St. Joseph Parish in New Almelo. Father Jose Kum- blumkal, CMI, witnesses their vows. Parents of the bride- groom are Mr. and Mrs. Richard Corwin. Parents of the bride are Gerry Toll and the late Todd Toll. Witnesses were Tate and Kathryn Tremblay.