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31, 1992

1992 Diocesan Support Appeal

Campaign To Begin Feb. —

CHARLOTTE "I was hungry and you fed me, thirsty and you gave me a drink; I was a stranger and you received me into your home, naked and you clothed me; I was in prison ar^fyouvisited me." (Matthew 25:35-36).

These words written ceffu ries ago live in our time through the work of the many agencies and ministries funded by the annual Diocesan Support Appeal (DSA).

This year's Diocesan Support Appeal from Feb. 1 through April 5 relies, as always, on the generosity of Catholics across the diocese. The DSA funds 23 agencies and ministries, serving thousands of individuals and families throughout the dio-

Caring Heart

cese.

the efforts of social service

46 counties

Western North

in

people understand the needs,

reJ^with

Bishor^^^B

dence

WASHINGTON

— Some 50

| presenting the Diocese of Charlotte joined ),000 pro-life supporters for the annual

22 on the 19th anniverSupreme Court decision legaliz-

(arch for Life Jan.

ry of the

The

people in

a caring heart", says

Donoghue.

live is to

blame not only

for

abortion, but also for the repudiation of

values, said Cardinal

He

O'Connor.

referred to Iraqi refugee children

War and

g abortion.

The throng of young, old and in be-

orphaned by the Persian Gulf

/een that converged on the nation's capital

he saw "the Christ child rejected by the

ime united in their beliefs against abortion,

world," he said.

ley also, however,

came

together as

The

protest, a

ayer as the

creation of an American economy that hasn

predominantly Judeo-

liberated

emphasized peace and to end abor-

them

modus operandi

While the Catholic Church

)n.

Cardinal O'Connor also questioned the

reli-

ous groups from across the country.

hristian gathering,

driven into desperation. In these children,

is

the

to

'

t

and examine," he hope, he said.

The U.S. bishops stated the need to make children and families their first priorities in a letter issued Nov. 28, 1991 A new

aculate Conception.

"I

have never seen so many people Cardinal John O'Connor, arch-

jre," said

shop of New York and chairman of Sectariat

for Pro-Life Activities, at the annual

ening prayer service.

ij

The

processional

aie included 25 bishops and 148 priests. |

"You

are the

hope of the world

in

day's darkness," the prinicipal celebrant id je

homilist told the overflowing

crowd in

magnificent shrine, which seats 2,800.

{Tie

darkness of abortion will be overcome

\ faith

and hope."

The

cardinal called for "an emancipa-

te proclamation to liberate the unborn and

We can bring end to the scourge of this tragedy aid an end to this enslavement. But we must tose

who put them to death

tout an

kve hope."

...

come

to a

new

level of faith

awareness,' says Mercy Sister Carolyn Mary '

Coll, diocesan director of

"For many, that

does

it's

it,

Youth Ministry.

not any one youth program

but rather the culmination of

It's

the reinforcement of

Youth Ministry provides

During

this

life.

what they have just such

"Decade of Evangeliza-

tion," the diocese continues to help indi-

"I

am

grateful

Catholics,

and welcomes newcomers

full participation in the

church.

The

into

DSA

provides the opportunity for continued out-

reach to the unchurched. Janie Helmer, a

member of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in

people will continue to be as

Monroe, sees evangelization in its full circle.

"I had never heard of evangelization until I was invited into the RCIA program in my

this year.

I

Our agencies reach out hungry, the homeless,

those with emotional and spiritual needs,

husband's church," says Helmer. "Since

people of all ages and cultures," says Bishop

joined the Catholic Church, my relationship

Donoghue. "Without the support and gen-

with God has become very important to me.

we

My

to provide assistance for

and

erosity of the people of our diocese,

would not be able

I

husband passed away since that time, I have come to realize even more that

my

Now

find myself

these needs."

value of

The goal for this year's campaign is $1,590,000, up 5.5 percent from last year.

sharing that faith, bringing Christian love

faith.

into the lives of others.

I

When we show love

These funds allow the diocesan agencies and ministries to offer services to the people

See DSA, Page 6

DSA Supports Campus Ministry...

.

religious order, called the Sisters

of Life,

was recendy formed to fight for the unborn, dying, crippled and retarded.

The cardinal urged listeners not to give

a prayer vigil and eucharistic

of the National Shrine of the Im-

isilica

has

anything

said. Yet, despite dis-

The Knights of Columbus helped orgaze the march and handed out free signs at read "The natural choice is life."

Catholics showed up in force, as evi:nced by identifying signs that bobbed up Dm the sea of people. And thousands

j

who

is

young person

work out of necessity. world for which we must pray

e issue crosses denominational lines.

march at the

there

exciting than to see a

"It is the

heartening developments, there are signs of

lebration the night before the

"I don't think that

more

women to work but rather forced

jjntrunner in the battle against abortion,

f'thered for

enhancing the spiritual lives ofyoung people.

pray with confi-

DSA, and

to those in need, the

"strange socio-economic world"

which we

that

generous

Associate Editor

Youth

Ministry supplement the efforts of parishes,

been

given to the

HAZARD

offered by the diocesan Office of

viduals and parishes reach out to inactive

"When

for tha^B^ears of support that have

By CAROL

Retreats and other programs

than 1,000.

opportunities for growth."

Carolina.

From Diocese Of Charlotte Take ^rt In Washington March For Life

spiritual

guidance and leadership training for more

heard.

they

DSA

our diocese,

in

used to help provide

is

and multicultural ministries, life changing works take place throughout the diocese's

50

For the youth funding

ministries, educational ministries, special

ministries

Diocesan Support Appeal

89 parishes and missions across the

in the

diocese.

multiple experiences that brings this to

Through

1992

1

up hope. He told them it was OK if they needed to take timeout from their activities.

"Just don't take a moment off from prayer," he

said.

His message was interrupted by proabortion supporters.

A

disruption at the

back of the church apparently signaled others toward the front to stand up and hold a sign that read "Keep abortion legal." Within moments, police herded the offenders out of the church.

Cardinal

O'Connor

barely skipped a

beat in his delivery, but later apologized for the "turbulence."

The day of the march, Bishop John F. Donoghue celebrated a special morning Mass at the shrine for the group from the Charlotte

diocese.

The Mass was

concelebrated with Father Francis Cintula,

Father Damion

Lynch receives the gifts of bread and wine from

Ministry "Encounter With Christ" retreat held recently at

See March, Page 3

students

Matthew Lloyd of UNC-

Greensboro and Jonica Reynolds of Belmont Abbey College. This Mass concluded the Campus

Hickory. (See story on Page 7)

The Catholic Conference Photo by

WOOD

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uholic

News

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January 31,

Herald

DSA Questions And Answers Bishop Donoghue swered a

John

F.

recently an-

series of ques-

tions about this year's

Diocesan Support ApHere is the text of

peal.

the interview.

Q. What is the theme of this year's and how does it reflect your

DSA

vision for the Diocese of Charlotte?

The theme for this year's DSA is "A Caring Heart Shares"

—

a reflection of

what Christianity is all about, and what we as a Church are all about. As we continue to focus on evangelization, we realize the importance of sharing the

good news. We come to know God as we hear and share the good news of

from large Catholic households. Ha

Yet, our responsibility goes

a culture shock due to the present size

beyond preaching and teaching. As Christians, we are called to know, love and serve God. It's not only knowing and loving Christ, but also serving Him by serving others. By our actions, we become witness to Christ. God has

the Catholic population here in the soul

Christ.

Catholic Social Services in Asheville, talks with a client

entrusted each of us with special gifts

seeking support with an unplanned pregnancy. Counseling for pregnancy support and other

and talents, and by virtue of our baptismal and confirmation commitments, we

Carolyn Meyerricks, counselor

at

personal, social and spiritual needs

provided through Catholic Social Services.

is

Photo by

WOODY SMITH

are called to share those gifts of time, talent

Catholic Social Services Helps

With Unplanned Pregnancies

and treasure with others.

"A

ing

moved to the

which, while growing rapidly, small relative to what they are

ti

year.

This influx into the diocese mea we have to provide for their spiritual

temporal needs.

faith in service to others.

expanding

confidentiality

rapidly.

the counselor's office

tant to her.

greatest challenge the diocese faces in

appeared tense and nervous. They held hands and spoke of their situation an unplanned pregnancy. Becky, at 1 8, was in her first year at an out-ofstate university. Steven was struggling to finish high school, unsure of his plans

—

for the future.

In recent

weeks before

made, but was especially imporShe did not want her ex-

tended family and friends to know about the pregnancy and felt she would be uncomfortable remaining in her home

community. Several options were discussed before arrangements were made

in size since the

for her to live with a Catholic Social

Services foster parent during the latter

months of her pregnancy.

Rachel, a volunteer foster parent,

was ending, so they

her baby was already a unique indi-

opened her home to Becky during the final months of her pregnancy. Having moved to the North Carolina mountains after becoming a widow, Rachel maintains a comfortable home there, and since 1988 has had four young ladies reside with her. Their stays have ranged from three months to nearly a year. "I

good

enjoy sharing my home with these girls,"

their relationship

knew they were not ready

for marriage.

they faced a decision about the

future of their baby, as well as their future.

Neither considered abortion. Becky

was Catholic and firmly believed vidual with the possibility of a

that

Neither Becky nor Steven

future.

felt

prepared to be parents, and yet they

wanted father

their

baby

to

have a mother and ready to

who were mature and

welcome

a child with joy.

They

felt

the

future of their baby's life could include

a family through adoption.

In the birth, there

months before the baby's were many difficult issues to

be dealt with. They turned to Catholic Social Services for help. Through its

pregnancy support program, Catholic Social Services offers counseling for those experiencing an unplanned pregnancy. Some, as Becky, come to the agency already feeling that adoption is the best plan. Others are unsure and seek counseling regarding parenting so they can

make an unpressured decision.

Carolyn Meyerriecks at the Catholic Social Services Western Regional Office in Asheville was Becky's counselor. "Not all unplanned pregnancies are young ladies like Becky," says Carolyn. "Our agency has worked with women of all ages and socioeconomic conditions.

We

offer a safe place for

them to examine their options regarding the choices they have for the life of their child, and most especially in a confidential

setting."

Becky had

rfflfWWTflTitffM

the support of her par-

growth?

light of this

learning of the pregnancy, they felt that

Now

Q. The diocese continues to grow What do you see as the

ents in whatever decision she

new

says Rachel. "I'm not a counselor, and I

don't give advice, but I'm always

willing to listen. I'm just here to be a friend."

Becky was referred to an obstetrician and also went for regular counseling sessions which provided her with the opportunity to examine her adoption decision thoroughly, preparing herself

would come with the baby's birth. "I was really scared at first," said Becky. "I had so many questions and concerns, but for the conflicting emotions that

made

understood everything and wasn't uncomfortable with anything at all. All of the people around me were very supportive and easy to talk they

sure

I

to."

Catholic Social Services' adoption

program gave Becky the opportunity

to

specify the type of adoptive family she

wanted for her child. She made the selection from profiles prepared by the adoptive couples.

Becky wanted a Catholic couple; one whose lifestyle offered love and emphasized education.

She requested a family willing to communicate with her through the agency after the baby's adoption, which is generally agreed to for up to a year.

Sadly, Becky and Steven's relationship had become antagonistic before the

in

1972 and

it

is

within this decade.

expected to double

We

are the fastest

growing Christian denomination in the state of North Carolina. Much of this growth is due to migration of people from the north, northeast, and the midwest. These are people who have been Catholic their whole lives, who come

That means

buildi

churches, schools, centers and

stitutions to provide for all of

needs.

also

It

tl

means providing

of the services we pi As we continue to grow,

all

people need to be aware of these ne© It's encouraging to see the ch

growing

this

way, but

challenge. This

Our Catholic population has tripled diocese was established

st

accti

t!

ently have.

—

is

tomed.

Another area of growth lies in success of our evangelization effor bringing more and more people into church through the RCIA program ea>

Caring Heart Shares" reflects our vision of the diocese during this decade of evangelization. We are called to give of ourselves and build a community of

ASHEVILLE The young couple seated in

south, they experien

is

also a gre

it's

why

I

call

upon

tl

people of this diocese to help us me the needs of the people we preseni serve, but also for all of those who

come

into the diocese in the

comi

years.

Q.

Many

Catholics contribute

and

their parishes

to

commu

needs.

Why is it important for

lies to

also support the

Cath

DSA?

I'm always delighted

to see o

Catholic people desire to give back

baby 's birth. He was not involved in the selection process of the adoptive family. Although Becky was intellectually prepared for these feelings, it took a tremendous amount of courage to fol-

low through with what she knew was ultimately the best. Being able to visit the baby at the Catholic Social Service Office during the months before the adoption release became final helped reassure her that she had

made the right

She began feeling excitement over the prospect of the joy and elation that the adoptive family would soon experience. The bond Becky developed with her foster mother as well as the support she received from her parents and Catholic Social Services counselor helped her accept both the grief and decision.

happiness of her situation.

Becky resumed her college studies

and is filled with plans for the future.

She maintains contact with her counselor and foster parent and delights in receiving photographs and letters from

Church and the community some what God has given to them. At tim{ some may feel that all we do is ask th< to give. But this is not because it something that the diocese person; gets. Rather it builds up the commui ties in which we live. the

we

If

are going to continue to

vide the services that

we

p

presently

and attempt to increase our servic meet the growing demands, then

it

important that people willingly give their

means.

Many

of our people give very ge|A

erously to the Church and communilfj

and

I

applaud

see it as som While more a

this, for I

thing very valuable.

more people call upon our agencies ai services to assist them at meeting thf needs, we as a community of faith ne to give willingly to the

through the

DSA

people of

G

as well.

Q. Do many individual mem be of the parishes and missions actual

the adoptive family sharing the baby's

receive services from DSA-suppoi

progress.

agencies?

Through

the pregnancy support/

adoption program of Catholic Social Services, made possible through the

Diocesan Support Appeal, a special couple has the opportunity to parent a wonderful child, and a young woman has the peace of knowing she gave her baby the gift of life and a stable secure childhood.

If

you were

to ask individual mei

bers of your parish or mission "What'

you get personally from the DSA' some may not be able to identify wl

why they should contribu of the agencies and offices su

they get or

Yet

all

See Questions, Pag<

:4I

jfiuary 31,

The Catholic News &

1992

Marchers Reflect Diversity Of Activism

'ro-Life

Ight-eyed pro-lifers board the bus in Charlotte |)cese of Charlotte to Washington for the annual ICharlotte, second and third iilby.

To

I

the right are the

from

left,

McCloskey

are flanked

children,

at

7 a.m. as representatives from the

March

Sue and Frank Beeren

for Life.

People from across the country carry their pro- life messages to end abortion

March

Photo by

for Life to the U.S. Capitol.

22

in the Jan.

CAROL HAZARD

by Terrence and Kathy McCloskey of

Danny,

13,

and Maureen,

Photo by

17.

By

CAROL HAZARD

CAROL HAZARD Associate Editor

WASHINGTON — "I'm pro-life and my mom is pro-choice," said

Charlotte. "But

Michaela Slaughter of Waynesville,

goes by that

who

skipped school last week to go the annual March for Life in WashN.C.,

ington.

Ladet, also 15,

made

the trip to the big

city without their parents.

among

several school-age kids

hopped

the bus

who

from the Diocese of

Washington, they found thousands of their peers.

Cheers erupted from among a huge at a pre-march rally as Nellie Gray, march organizer, thanked the young people for their support and en-

crowd

thusiasm.

born.

—

"What

a strange society that

viewed as the reactionaries thing so violent," said

to

we

are

some-

Maggi Nadol,

Respect Life coordinator for the Diocese of Charlotte.

An estimated

1

.6

mil-

performed a year.

"I'm not a protester kind of person;

lion abortions are 1

5,(1)

banners and signs

and Jaime Laudet, at a

pre-march

15,

both of Waynesville, are loaded

rally in

just an average guy," said

Photo by

find the lost, feed

rt

iny

J>cese. for this year's

DSA

ticular how

DSA

;s

budget

is

divided

Social Service Minis-

receive 35 percent; Educational

nistries, nistries,

nies,

42 percent; Multicultural 1 2 percent; and Special Min-

7 percent.

Msgr. John leral in curia

J.

McSweeney,

vicar

and chancellor of the

affecting the 46 counties

In order to

McSweeney.

"Our people have been most gener-

Msgr. McSweeney says, "The variDSA funds have been the direct result of requests by people throughout the diocese. These ministries have been indicated as most needed, and the church responds through

is

life,"

spend the

like to

last

is

day of my

she said.

The day was brisk, But

bright and clear.

Baecker has braved wind and snow. "The

in years past

freezing rains,

more sacrifices, so much the better," she said. "Suffering is in keeping with the problem; the killing of the unborn."

Tom Cook of Charlotte, a self-de-

scribed political liberal on nearly issues except abortion, said,

someone be

in

"How

all

can

favor of abortion, but

How

can and proabortion? Things are really askew."

someone be pro-animal

rights

Father Francis Cintula, pastor of St. la

Salle in North

Wilkesboro, said he was overwhelmed by the march and feels compelled to

more

take a

active stand

on the

issue.

"I've been scooting around

for

it

years," he said. "I don't want to turn

people

off, but

of what

'

and a

s

lot

people need to be aware

happening.

It ' s

a horrible thing,

of people don't realize

lose friends, then

I

it.

If

I

lose friends."

Frontliner Anne Fahrman of Hendersonville has attended all 19 March for Life protests in Washington.

Wade isn't overturned this be back next year," says the indomitable Fahrman, who kept an allnight vigil at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.

"If

Roe

year,

vs.

I'll

DSA,

yet

while

I

we need to face the make the statement

have been most generous, it only 45 percent of the people in our

diocese

who

"We

give to the

DSA.

have seen studies in publications such as the Wall Street Journal which state that the Catholics are the most highly educated denomination, as well as the highest income earners. Many of these people are and have been the

ety of ministries that the

DSA-supported agencies. A deliberate been made to keep all the ministries, despite the ailing economy.

"The diocese has hired competent lay and religious professionals to ac-

(From Page

1)

North Wilkesboro.

"How edified I am to see you come together to demonstrate your love for

—

human babies make sacrifices to see that this tragedy will be done away with," said the

sibility".

that people

The

it is

meet the demands at hand, we need more people to share in this most important respon-

denominations.

of Western North Carolina," says Msgr.

,590,000, a 5.5 percent increase over year.

how I'd

pastor of St. John Baptist de la Salle in

"We are deeply concerned about the economy at this given time in the history of the United States, in par-

reality that

p four areas:

over

through education. Yet in reality Catholic people contribute the least of all

is

|t

all

the country to protest abortion. "This

year in light of present economic

ous to the

The goal

praying people" who come from

March

conditions.

needs could not occur without the

is

beneficiaries of the services of the Church

ken, bring back hope;

ancial support of Catholics across the

a

regular Marcher for Life, said she

DSA

this

few of the good works funded by the Diocesan SupAppeal (DSA). Responding to so

it."

Many Agencies

diocese, carefully approaches the

the hungry, heal the bro-

these are just a

Tom Kelly of

CAROL HAZARD

)SA Funds Spread Across To

down with

Washington.

up

to stand

don't think about

John Baptist de

While some young and old alike are relative newcomers, others have been on the frontline for years.

The group from the Diocese of Charlotte reflected that diversity. Here 's what some had to say:

—

chaela Slaughter,

I

against the death penalty?

The battle against abortion has been fought since 1973, the year of Roe vs.

Wade, before Michaela and Jaime were

)-life

have

I

Anne Baecker of Greensboro,

They were

Charlotte for the two-day excursion. In

\NOW

feel

inspired each year by the "smiling and

"But she respects my opinion and told me to go for it."

Michaela and her cousin, Jaime

ABOR

I

against abortion. There's not a day that

most blessed of life

— and

to

Bishop Donoghue.

"Our obligation

as Christians

is

to

human life is threatened particularly when the most vulnerable all human life is being threatened stand up whenever

...

effort has

We go forth to proclaim our faith in the

complish the mission of each ministry.

God, to a God that gives life."

Bishop Donoghue called on listeners to persevere and ask God for the courage not to become complacent or living

discouraged in their fight to restore rights See Funds, Page 20

to the unborn.

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The Pope Speaks —

VATICAN CITY

general audience Jan. 22.

The Second Vatican Council affirmed the neec genuine ecumenical cooperation, calling upon be ers, both as individuals and as communities, to joii

Dear Brothers and

Ad

Pope John Paul

II' s

Here is the Vatican text of remarks in English at his weekly

professing before others their faith in Jesus Christ

This year's celebration of the Christian Unity %

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is

Editorial

make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name

Diocesan Support Appeal

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once again time for the annual Diocesan Support Appeal, the Diocese of Charlotte's major

and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you; and

is

effort to raise funds to support the bulk of its services to the Catholics of the

lo, I

46 counties of Western North

This year's DSA goal is $1,590,000 and every penny of it is needed if the 23 ministries and agencies which are funded are to be able to continue and hopefully expand their work. Every parish and mission in the diocese is touched to at least some extent by one or more of these ministries and agencies.

Scattered throughout this issue of The CatholicNews & Herald are stories about the DSA-funded agencies and their impact on the people of the diocese.

We urge you to read them. You may be surprised to learn just how much you are affected by these ministries. We think you will come to realize that much of what you take for granted in your parish or community depends to a great extent on the work of the diocesan

Through

certainly not over and, indeed,

may be

Many of our people, particularly those on incomes who make up a large segment of our

made members

economic

times that the demands on the Church are greatest. In

many

Church

unable to help the unfortunate among us, they will not receive any help.

As Msgr. McSweeney points out in one of the stories in this issue, the reality is that while the people cases,

if

the

is

of the diocese have been generous

in their

DSA

come from only 45

in the past

those gifts have

percent of our people.

giving to the

We need to do better than that.

There are more than 30,000 Catholic households Diocese of Charlotte. The average pledge to the DSA last year was $122. If every one of those households gave that amount, the DSA would raise more in the

Thanks

to

Chris-

I

want

thank the Franciscans for bring-

ing Father Joseph Girzone, author of the Joshua books,

speak

Carolina Theatre in Greensboro on

at the

Father Girzone

man who

is

the epitome of a gentle,

humble

preaches the message of love and compas-

God's incredible love and compassion for us as we should have for our fellow man. He speaks of a love and compassion the Church should have that goes beyond rules and regusion;

well as the love and compassion

That kind of love frees us

lations.

to

followers of the Lord Jesus Christ that

My cordial greeting goes to the English-speak also

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totals. Woodward suggests that John F "has sort of recognized saint-making as an evange

preceding

ing tool" to rally people to the universal Church

To me, rather than evangelization, "saint-making" suggests aggressive lobbying on himself.

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Vatican, to

stir

masses.

James B. Way,

Jr.

Hendersonville

i

"When was the

last

time a priest asked

a personal relationship with Jesus?"

My

if

you have

Thomas

this at the childrens' liturgy at

School.

I

could

Fitzpatrick,

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would trivialize the sacrifices made by our troops and their families.

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inches to the story in the issue of Jan. 17, 1992

sive coverage in a recent issue of Newsweek, as wel

keep Third World countries poor

to

Hispanic Editor: Reverend Silverio Rueda

died as recently as 1975.

comments

It is when he questions motives, that he can and should be taken to task.

To suggest we went to war over a national policy

Associate Editors: Joann Keane, Carol Hazard

who

contrast, the Escriva story, plus the beatification/c

to invite Auxiliary

southern hemispheres.

Robert E. Gately

A case in p(

coming beatification of ft^ founder of Opus Dei, Monsignor Josemaria Escrw

any war, the auxiliary bishop attributes to our president some sort of sinister motive to maintain the disparity between the rich and the poor of the northern and

Donoghue

n

the recent flap about the

Bishop lecture on the Persian Gulf War. fit

Instead of confining his

Publisher:

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beatification/canonizat

process than does our Catholic press.

unfortunate that the Charlotte Peace and

Gumbleton

Rome's

The Catholic News & Herald devotes a mere thfc:

Justice Council

expertise,

be lamented that the secular press

It's to

the Editor: It

and canonization

better coverage to

Charlotte

The Catholic

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life.

my

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Number

ask this very question.

The Mass is the central part of our worship living commemoration, as directed by Our Lord

be.

To

1,

u

visitors, especially the

is

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let

let us ask that whatever difficulties misunderstandings continue to exist may be overco in a climate of deeper trust and of true brotherhoo

be the kind of

we

Disagrees with Bishop Gumbleton

Volume

end of this audience,

made, and

places,

to publicly

the goal.

ews & Herald

at the

for the progress that has already

to the Franciscans

Wynette O'Connell

more than meet

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thanks to

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the Editor:

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among

Jn 17:21). Division

Letters To

than $3.6 million.

can do

by which Jesus and the

every creature" (Unitatis Redintegratio,

to

make ends meet.

precisely in tough

Father" together

same

As we pray the

of our Lord Jesus Christ.

(cf.

fixed

is

Christians, and at the

and "damages the sacred cause of preaching the Gospel

Father are one

Friday night, Jan. 17, 1992.

it

of the Church and

among

to implore the gift of greater unity.

tians lessens the credibility of their witness to Christ

are called to share in the unity

worsening.

Unfortunately,

reconciliation

group from Memphis, Ten welcome the pilgrims from Korea, and I thank members of the choir for their praise of God in so Upon all of you I invoke the abundant grace and pe

race and nation are

to

Catholic population, are struggling to

the sacrament of

mission demands.

The Week of Prayer for Christian Unity occasion for us to express gratitude for the growt

baptism, people of every

We realize that these are difficult times for many. is

(Mt

28:19-20).

To

agencies.

am with you always, to

the close of the age"

Carolina.

The recession

quest for the full unity of Christians which the Churc

of Prayer for

which Jesus entrusted disciples:

It

to his

"Go therefore and

Week

centered on the missionary mandate

,

,

Gentes, 15). This cooperation is the test of achievements of the ecumenical movement, both in dialogue of charity and in theological dialogue itse promotes the work of evangelization and furthers

Sisters,

others, in

many

attacks on any person. Opinions expressed in letter Ton

guest columns do not necessarily reflect the of this newspaper or its publisher. in

vi

The Catholic News

31, 1992

wary

The

One Candle

Light

Notebook

Editor's

&

By FATHER JOHN CATOIR

By BOB There

is

GATELY

on the opposite page a letter from James Way Jr. of Hendersonville who

tes that the secular press

gives "better coverage" to the controversy over the

Dposed beatification of the founder of Opus Dei. I can't speak for all of the Catholic press, but give you

;

some of my own views regarding

I

can

the role of this

_J newspaper. The Catholic News & Herald is first and foremost a diocesan newspaper. Its primary function is to report on what is happening in the Diocese of Charlotte.

To that end, we obviously must devote the bulk of our limited space to news of the area.

We simply do not have the space to cover in great detail everything that is happening throughout the Catholic world. We do attempt, in our World and National Briefs section, to cover the highlights of news from outside our 46-county area.

'

manpower that Newsweek and its parent Washington Post had a bureau in Rome, I could turn a reporter loose to go looking for ntroversy and scandal in the Vatican.

I, quite frankly, am not worried about our readers not hearing about any such andals or controversies. I assume most of them subscribe to secular newspapers d magazines. And, believe me, if there is controversy or scandal to be found in the itholic Church, the secular press will jump all over it. Over the years, especially ;ent years, secular newspapers, magazines and television networks have been ?tty good at that. I think that most of you have seen samples of that type of reporting I

also don't have the

ve. If

I

the not-so-distant past.

Anyone who wants ices to id

it

do

here

so.

â&#x20AC;&#x201D; at

about controversy or scandal in the Church, can find

to read

However, unless least not in the

it's

something close

to

home, you're not

kind of detail a magazine like

Newsweek

likely to is

able to

ovide.

I

would love to be able to say, "You read it here first." But unless I suddenly find money to hire a huge reporting staff and add an unlimited number of

jundle to

ges to the paper,

it's

not going to happen.

Abortion By

A New

In

Light

CAROL HAZARD Associate Editor

wasn't exactly thrilled to get the assignment to cover the annual March for Life Washington. First of all, I'd been planning for months to visit my brother and ter-in-law in Charlottesville, Va., the weekend before the march. I would be on

"Be not anxious

good for evil, love your enemies." supposed to put on a happy face no matter what? Are we to pretend we are happy even in times of economic depression and unemployment? Are we supposed to feel good when someone betrays or insults us?

No. You cannot force yourself to have good feelings. But you can learn to control your thoughts. By calming your mind, you can indirectly bring about a calming of your emotions.

Jesus Christ had a remedy for every problem. He didn't discuss the hows or wherefores to any great detail. He simply told us what to do, and He promised the fullness of joy to those who did what He asked.

He commanded us to love everyone, even our enemies, whether they deserved it or not, and whether we felt like it or not. We may have to struggle to obey. We may have difficulty putting aside those dark thoughts, but we can always pray for the grace to return good for evil. We can always choose to love rather than hate.

How can one love an enemy? Wouldn't a person have every reason to doubt the wisdom of such advice? Yes, if you believe that wisdom depends on common sense. But it doesn't. Wisdom always depends on the authority of the person speaking. To discern true wisdom you have to be certain that you are in the presence of God. When it comes to the words of Jesus, beware of doubt.

The 19th century Rationalists spread the seeds of doubt that have lived on for more than a century. They insisted that nothing in Scripture can be accepted as true unless human reason is able to understand it first. This idea undermined the authority of Scripture, and created havoc among all Christian denominations.

The Catholic Church's First Vatican Council (1869-1870) was convened to say "no" to the thinking of the Rationalists. The Council Fathers asserted that Catholics believe in the revelation of Scripture not because of its truthfulness, as determined by the light of reason, but because of the authority of Jesus Christ. We trust the words of Jesus because He speaks the truth.

At the end of His public ministry Jesus said, "I have told you all these things that your joy may be full." (John 15:11) He continued, "You may be sad now, but I shall see you again, and your hearts will be full of joy, and that joy no one shall take from you." (John 16:22) Either you trust the Lord or you do not. There is no in between.

(For a free copy of the Christopher News Note, "Say It With Love," send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to The Christophers, 12 East 48 St., New York, N.Y. 10017) Father John Catoir is director of The Christophers.

Jesus said,

Do these teachings

return

...

imply that

we

are

I

?

road five hours up and five hours back the next, only to turn around and get on

Washington.

Besides, I wasn't looking forward to spending a couple of days with a bunch of natics. Don't get me wrong. I have supported the pro-life movement for some time Âťw. It's done a wonderful job of raising people's consciousness. Ten years or so o, a woman might not have thought twice about getting an abortion. Today, twever, I can't imagine anyone getting an abortion without giving it serious ?us to

ought.

But overturning Roe

vs.

Wade was

rspective of a few days ago, abortion

going too

was wrong.

far,

or so

Still, let's

I

thought.

From my

not over react,

I

would

have said. Let's not make it illegal and revert to the days of botched self-induced or back alley abortions. Let's restrict abortion and educate people about it.

That was the argument I recently presented to my 16year-old son, an ardent pro-life supporter. He didn't buy it. "Abortion is murder, Mom," he said.

"Well, that may be a little too extreme," I said, skirting

My

the issue.

A

I

budge.

Covering the march forced me to take a deeper look, however. Several events factored into my change of heart, I beginning with the jaunt to Charlottesville.

My impending trip to Washington sparked debate on

fl

I

iortion

son shrugged. Neither of us was willing to

among my

brother, sister-in-law

intiment in this academic enclave jpjective reporter,

and

was not

their

two college roommates. The

surprisingly pro-choice.

I

played the

taking neither side and presenting the Church's position. In the

se of rape or incest, the

crime has already been committed,

I

said offering the pro-

e argument.

had noticed one of the roommates, a 25-year-old graduate student, was quiet iring the discourse. A beautiful, unassuming woman, she can light up a room with I

smile.

|t r

the subject.

"You were adopted?" I asked filling

in the awkward spaces of a silence that fell room. She nodded, and told us of her wonderful adoptive parents and a farful, warm reunion with her birth mother. The conversation ended.

"She may say she's pro-choice," I later said to my brother. "But not in her heart."

that incident

still

on

my mind, I drove home, unpacked and repacked, and

Warded the bus to Washington.

The people on the bus were as refreshing as my encounter with the adopted They were moms and dads, grandparents and kids from across the diocese

I

foman. |d

all

walks of

Tom Cook

group was representative of the vast sea of people

who had

common mission, they couldn't be labeled or pigeonholed. I had no choice. I had to go of the misconception that they were all fanatics.

My second thought transformation occurred the evening before the march at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception. As the busdriver opened the door to let us out, we heard shouting and shrill sounding whistles from let

pro-abortion people picketing in front of the shrine.

The juxtaposition between abortion people was jarring.

I

the peaceful, prayerful pro-lifers and the angry pro-

bucked

my natural reaction to get away from them as A thought popped into my mind: If

quickly as possible to snap a couple of pictures.

is no doubt which side he would be on. was reinforced during Mass. Pro-abortion people were planted

Jesus were here, there

The

feeling

among the pro-lifers

in the

overflowing shrine. As screaming erupted

at the

back of

"Keep The offenders were whisked away within moments by policemen.

Two high school girls from Kentucky sitting next to me were visibly shaken. The incident was unnerving. I thought to myself, "I wish my son were here. He would

the shrine, a couple of people toward the front stood up and held a sign,

abortion legal."

be inspired."

On the bus ride to the march, I sat next to Margaret Kellner, a retired nurse from North Wilkesboro, who told me a story about working in OB-GYN delivering babies. A colleague of hers worked in another part of the hospital, helping with abortions.

One

day, the colleague

machine used suctioning human arms and

realized the

came

She apparently unwanted contents from wombs was don't know what else she thought they were,"

to Mrs. Kellner horror stricken.

to extract the legs. "I

said Mrs. Kellner.

So, even a nurse could deny the reality at least for awhile,

was taken aback by

some

the sheer

number of pro-lifers

I

said to myself.

at the rally

estimates, 70,000 people converged on Washington.

I

and march. By

couldn't

tell

for

I

was

middle of it.

I was too busy scribbling in my notebook or taking pictures to carry a banner or sign. Besides, it wouldn't be professional forme as a reporter to divulge my feelings on the subject.

But I did manage to bring back to my son a little paper sign on a plastic stick.

"March for Life, January 22," it reads.

"Well, you were right," I told my son. "Abortion is more than just wrong. It's murder."

A look of amazement crossed his face.

He

smiled and raised his arms.

life.

of Charlotte,

who

supported pro-choice up until a few years ago,

^scribes himself as a political liberal, except aynesville,

later learned the

I

in the

\)on the

With

Anne Fahrman of Hendersonville had never missed a March

traveled from far greater (and lesser) distances for the protest. Except for their

I

"My natural birth mother was raped," she said softly, speaking for the first time ill

stand against abortion. for Life.

who's converting

on the abortion issue. Jeff Minick of had never before taken an active

to Catholicism,

Lack of space forced us to drop Father John Dietzen's question and answer column from this week's edition. His column will return next week.

&

News

^iic

Herald

January 31, 199

Service For The Unborn.

Volunteer Minister To

Sister,

Women

County —

CHARLOTTE St. Joseph Sister Helene Nagle and volunteer Patty Kersey went to prison recently of their own volition.

They

were

admitted to the Mecklenburg County Jail, the Spector Drive facility, for two hours Jan. 18 to

arrived,

Char-

Cardinal John O'Connor enters the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception for a prayer service on the eve of the national

March

for Life in

Washington.

Photo by

DSA

(From Page

supported by the

1)

parish

and caring

come

to

to others,

know

and

Christ

-

invite

them

to

that's evangeli-

is

DSA. "Holy Family

Ann's School

through 16 of the 23 agencies offered. Involvement in these ministries tries

There was a time when divorced and separated individuals felt that they were no longer welcome in the Catholic Church. Now, through Catholic Social Services, counseling and support are offered to those individuals in need.

Marian is a member of St. Joan of Arc Parish in Asheville, and found the emotional and spiritual support that she needed when her marriage recently ended.

which

know where

to turn, but

I

individuals,

in turn enriches the life

of the

parish," says Father Walsh.

"These ministries bring us into contact with the larger Church across the diocese. Without the DSA, we would not be able to offer these expanded services to

members of our commu-

nity."

The DSA also funds agencies which programming for young

offer special

adults, retirees,

"I didn't

many

and special needs such

began counseling

with Trinitarian Sister Margaret Burnard.

"As people begin to understand the con-

had received counseling for various reasons in the past, but never before have I felt so comfortable and accepted.

Through her assistance, Sister Marge

cept of stewardship as a

me

that the

Church had been there

before," said Marian.

for

"After con-

tacting the Catholic Social Services office in Asheville,

I

I

enlightened my understanding about the changing dynamics of marriage today, which helped me come to terms with this stage of my life, including how my relationship with the church could continue.

Through

my

counseling,

I

not

only received the professional help that I needed, but also I feel that I have made a special friend."

Counseling is just one of the many ways in which assistance is provided through Catholic Social Services, which

DSA.

receives funds from the

Realizing the diverse cultures that enrich our diocese, Multicultural Ministries

is

laying the groundwork that

will enable the diocese to

meet the needs

of people of many different backgrounds as

it

Continues to grow.

The African-

American Ministry provides an in-road for black Catholics in the diocese to

express their concerns and aspirations as they relate to the National Black Catholic Pastoral Plan.

"African-Americans continue to be faced with problems of racism and socioeconomic concerns," says Carl Fos-

Min"To have a voice present in the community will help to minimize these problems. Our vision is that we are able to come together to worship on common ground. We would like to see the needs of the black community continue to become part of the ter,

director of African-American

istry for the diocese.

larger Church."

Father

Thomas Walsh,

Holy Family Church

in

pastor of

Clemmons,

preciates the value of the

ap-

many agencies

The messengers and inmates shared and gave thanks to God. One person said she was thankful she was in stories

jail

because

it

had brought her back

to

Char-

said.

"The

la-

Five of the inmates had been

ar-

Rescue, blocking women's access to an abortion clinic. Before their incarceration, they were given dinner at St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Charlotte.

Their arrest sparked conversation about abortion, giving a focus to th| meeting. "The women were able to con-|

dies," as she called them, "couldn't have

tinue their

been nicer or more receptive."

She and Kersey were not there to call their lawyers or do any favors, Sister Helene told the inmates. They were there "just to be friends."

Helene. Guilt expressed over past abortions eventually led to talk about God's

About 20 women, or two-thirds of those sharing a large

cell,

responded

to

their invitation to attend a prayer ser-

Bringing chairs and forming a they filled a back room in the prison with "Amazing Grace." vice.

circle,

"We sang and lifted the roof off that room," said Kersey, a parishioner at St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Charlotte. Kersey was involved in a prison ministry in the state of Washington before moving to Charlotte last summer.

She didn't realize how much she missed the work until she and Sister Helene let open a floodgate in Charlotte. little

work

in prison," said Sister

healing grace and forgiveness.

Holding hands, they prayed for 20 minutes and closed the meeting with the Lord's Prayer.

Helene and Kersey assun friends they'd be bad during their allotted time on the thin Saturday of every month. At the prisonl Sister

their

newfound

ers' request, they

homework tween

would bring

Scripturj

do in be inmates woulc

for the inmates to

visits. In turn, the

pray for funding for

St.

Ann's building

new parish center "They came to jail very

project, a

bitter and

angry," said Sister Helene. "Now, they're finding the Lord."

as marriage preparation, adoption, preg-

nancy support and many others.

Last year's DSA exceeded it's goal by more than $70,000 with more than 13,000 households making a pledge.

knew

in

"When we left, we wished we had

few more hours."

The time flew, she

involved with diocesan minis-

enriches the lives of

zation."

CAROL HAZARD

we didn't know

to expect," said Sister Helene,

principal at St.

a

mates."

rested for involvement in Operation

"When we

lotte.

"We

in prison ministry in the

lotte area.

what

said.

relating with the in-f

the Lord, says Kersey.

first

Program

was powerful," she

"It

had no problem

women inmates, launching Catholic Women's Outreach

minister to the

Inmates

Jail

way of life, they

respond by giving generously of their time, talent and treasure in gratitude to

God for their many blessings," says Jim Kelley, diocesan director of development. "Our record of giving exceeds the national averages.

Last year our aver-

age pledge was $ 1 22 per household, and almost 45 percent of all Catholic households contributed to the DSA. That speaks highly of the generosity of our

Says Kelley, "We are asking contributors to continue their generous pledges, and even to consider an increase this year. For those that have never given to the DSA, we would ask

how their gift will of so many in need."

that they consider

Throughout the diocese, parishes and missions are given a target goal to encourage support and participation in the annual appeal. Those that exceed their goal receive a 1 00 percent rebate of the excess. Likewise, parish funds are used to make up any shortfall.

St. LucienParish in Spruce Pine has a membership of only 66 families very generous families, according to the pastor, Father Richard McCue. "Our parish exceeded our DSA goal last year for the first time, achieving 239 percent of our goal," says Father McCue. "Many of our parish members are working class or on fixed incomes, yet more than 60 percent made a pledge to the DSA.

—

They realize the value of the many

DSA

agencies and respond to a need when they see it. These are fundamentally

good people who share a strong spirit of community and support. I anticipate another successful DSA campaign this year."

ported by the

Page 2)

DSA are there to

support

and missions. agencies make possible and sup-

the people in the parishes

DSA

many

port the

services that their indi-

vidual parishes offer. For example, the

DSA provides funding for the Religious Education Office, which serves more than 9,000 people, and Catholic Social

more than 6,000 These two agencies overnumber of programs and

more

and provide services tc Without the resources that come from our people, we can't do it. I'm asking people to be generous, to realize that what they have comes from God and that they can share to others

many more

people.

in

need who have no way of meeting needs except by relying on the

their

individuals.

generosity of others.

see a great

assist the parishes

with programs for

parishioners of all ages. These services are

made

possible through

DSA

sup-

ported agencies, and are touching the lives of all parishioners either directly

and

Q. As Catholics around the

Additionally, various other

ministries offer support and ideas to

,

their gifts with others, especially those

Services which serves

services.

people."

touch the lives

Questions (From

When we we

assistance as well as the ability of

each of us with certain

contributors to give?

ings,

gifts

— sharing of our God-giver

with others.

God

and we are called

ardship

has endowec

gifts

and bless

to use those

When we make

commitment

gift'

;

that is intentional

-

planned and proportionate,

we have th<

opportunity to include special need:

As a result,

such as the Diocesan Support Appeal ii our stewardship of treasure commit* ment. If someone is committed to tith ing, then part of that 10 percent of theii income can go toward their DSA pledge Stewardship is not something that wn

with

little

or no income.

they look to the Church, as they rightly should, to assist

them with

their needs.

Additionally, there are many needs our people have that must be met, not only food and shelter, but education, spiri-

today for some people to be

do on a one time basis. Rather, it is way of life, an ongoing commitment wi make to serve Christ and others. Thi

as generous as they have been in the

theological basis of the stewardshi]

tual needs,

being of

be

all

difficult

past.

and the need for the well people.

However,

don't decrease struggles.

means

I

know

that

the needs of the

when

the

it

may

Church

economy

They actually increase, which

that

we have

to reach out

even

tiassj

ii

i

message teaches us the value of what

1

i

be a Christian, to generousl; and willingly share our gifts with oth

ers.

to

f

(J f

{

H ai)(

;

means

i

.

a stew

today, struggling to care for their families

v

are talking about time, talent anc

to help others.

much today about the Some people are out of work

t

{

treasure

hear so

icted

hip talk about stewardship

Q. How does the present economic climate impact both the needs of people who look to our agencies for

We

mil

the DSA relate to ar individual's stewardship, how does the DSA relate to an individual's per sonal commitment to stewardship a.* a way of life?

how does

indirectly.

recession.

dio-

cese are educated about stewardship!

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fi

Has The

t'ho

&

The Catholic News

aary 31, 1992

He:

Revamped Youth Page To Have

Ball?.

More

Participation

By JOANN

By Teens

KEANE

Associate Editor

CHARLOTTE edition of

—

Since the

The Catholic News

&

first

sight does our faith give us about this or

Herald

problem or issue? That's the chalwe pose to our young writers.

"After all," Lauer says, "if we're not giving them God's or the Church's view on things, what is our purpose?"

He points out that "if we don 't reach young Catholics now, you won't have any readers later." He referred to Catholic press surveys showing an aging readership. "What will be left of the Church in 20 or 30 years?"

"There is a new wave of religious hunger amongst young people, and there are increasingly new and exciting ways of feeding them our Catholic faith," said

rolled off the presses, our intention has

been

to

devote this page to teen writing.

Our desire has been to allow teens to use page as a forum to discuss prevalent

this

issues with teens across the diocese.

For a number of months, we have run notices soliciting teens to write articles for our youth page. The responses trickled in, slowly.

In place of a full-blown youth page,

syndicated articles from Catholic Service have appeared.

News

Most of these

however, have been written by adults, writing to teens. While these articles are good, they do not appeal to teens in the

same way

X School in Greensboro take advantage of a warm

day to play "touch" football.

lary

Photo by

JOHN GILLIGAN

less children. Exploitation

of violence

women

and children, occasional nudity, sexual references and some rough language. The U.S. Catholic Conference classification is O morally offensive. The Motion Picture Association of America rating is R reto

—

—

Addle-brained comedy about an

ir-

responsible young man (Christian Slater)

are capsule

reviews of movies rereviewed by the U.S. Catholic ference Office for Film and Broad-

who becomes

ly

der of an older brother (Bruce Boxleitner)

ing.

killed in the line of duty. Director Bruce A. Evans uses a clumsy Slater-talkingto-the-camera technique as moronic

My Song" (Miramax)

ar

humor trivializes the graphic

comedy follows a conniving concert promoter (Adrian [bar) back to Ireland to lure a famous |r (Ned Beatty) out of retirement for anion with his old flame (Shirley|e Field). Director Peter Chelsom's Jaunty

don

lie joyride across Ireland is littered

I plucky characters, romantic senti-

and broad humor that is as silly as Icharming. Fleeting bedroom scene It

| nudity, momentary violence and sional rough language. The U.S. lolic

Conference classification

I

adults.

—

a cop to avenge the mur-

is

The Motion Picture

•ciation of America rating is

R

—

— morally ciation of America rating PG-13 — ence classification offensive.

is

The Motion

O

Picture Assois

parents are strongly cautioned that some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

(Aries)

lonely Italian train station where the

timid stationmaster (Sergio Rubini)

woman

is

young

(Margherita Buy) from the in-

ce" (Paramount)

creasingly violent attempts of her furi-

Unrelentingly ugly story of four

ous fiance (Ennio Fantastichini) to drag her home. Star/director Rubini alternates long static stretches with sudden horror while gradually revealing the two

g Harlem thieves, one of whom ac Shakur) relishes killing and turns deadly force on his three friends ar Epps, Jermaine Hopkins and lil Kain). Director Ernest R. erson presents a shrill movie where d, i

.

violence and drug use

is

the

and which has no moral implicaMindless violence, momentary

oom

scene,

some

casual drug use

main characters' tures.

essentially gentle na-

Subtitles. Intermittent violence

and some rough language. The U.S. Catholic Conference classification is A-III adults. Not rated by the Motion Picture Association of America.

—

exual references and constant rough iiage.

The

U.S. Catholic Confer-

classification

is

O

— morally —

The Motion Picture Assoon of America rating is R re-

isive.

"Kafka" (Miramax) Interesting excursion into the dark

imagination of absurdist author Franz

Rocks the Cradle"

Kafka (Jeremy Irons), whose dull duties as an insurance clerk in 1919 Prague spark nightmare images of an oppressive regime secretly operating from the

lywood) Callous suspense movie has an integid a little girl (Madeline Zima) isted to a psychotic nanny (Rebecca

medieval castle overlooking the city.

Directed by Steven Soderbergh, the narrative is by turns moody, bizarre and ironic but never quite achieves the dream-

ted.

e

Hand

that

lornay ) out to kill the brood' s young ker (Annabella Sciorra). Curtis Ion directs a manipulative, highly

lived and predictable thriller Bizing

violence and

menace

em-

to help-

would make it work as something more than an elaborate exercise of the emotions. Morosely unsettling atmosphere, some nasty stylized violence and a glimpse of a nude photolike logic that

a new,

in-

we will

introduce

revamped youth page

to our

readers, tapping the talents of students writers.

as

We also plan to utilize a student

page coordinator, under our guid-

ance.

We hope the teens will tackle the tough issues facing them today, and inspire other teens to write in response, their own ideas. The new page should be eye-opening to teens as well

and with

as adult readers.

Stay tuned.

What

new

Watch

this

page for a

look.

Ministry Challenged

Responsibilities of the

Church extend beyond the parish community to the service of Catholic

college students, staff

and faculty of colleges and universities. Although Catholics make up only 2 percent of the population in North Carolina, generally 10 percent of the college population

is

This

many

is

good news considering

of our future professionals are it

also holds a challenge

Appeal funds allocated

fice of

hopes of the academic community," says Andy Novotney, diocesan director of Campus Ministry. Many of these programs are guided by profesJesuit Father

campus ministers, whose trainmade possible through the DSA. All the members of the Church on campus are called, according to their sional

ing

is

Campus

to the

Of-

also

share in this ministry.

gifts, to

Ernie Zapetis, campus minister

that

The students need to be nurtured in ways that will allow them to grow in their faith, and that opportunity is made possible through Diocesan Support

der that they might bring the light of the gospel to illumine the concerns and

own

Catholic.

for the Church.

Sluggish drama about a night in a

called on to protect a beautiful

ricted.

In the near future,

YOU!

To Nurture Catholic Students

Catholic. But

"The Station"

chief of

is faith.

Campus

shootouts.

Excessive violence, positive portrayal of vigilante justice and pre-marital and adulterous affairs and minimal rough language. The U.S. Catholic Confer-

Lauer.

writing to the layout.

The main focus

NEW YORK (CNS) — The follow-

in

Magazine, a nationally distributed Christian teen magazine recently said, "There is so much that we have yet to do to reach young people in the Church. We must remember that the TV, movie and music industries are concentrating their efforts on reaching the youth market."

Lauer challenges Catholic newspapers to appeal to youth using formats they can relate to, from the style of

stricted.

"Kuffs" (Universal)

lenge

as peer-to-peer writing.

Paul Lauer, editor Irth and fifth grade students at St. Pius

that

at

Western Carolina University in Cullowhee, say the ministry empowers college students. "Through an 'inter-

of students,' programs and workshops provide an alternative to the use of drugs and other social pressures," says Zapetis. "Here students' energies faith council

are channeled into social justice issues,

Ministry.

In 1985, the United States bishops

such as under-privileged children, hun-

wrote Empowered by the Spirit, a pastoral letter about Catholic Campus Ministry: "Campus ministry is one of the important ways the Church exercises her mission in higher education. Its goals include promoting theological

ger and homelessness. The community

study and reflection on the religious

themselves in service."

Jason Aydelott, a student

nature of human beings so that intellectual,

moral, and spiritual growth can

proceed together; sustaining a Christian community on campus, with the pastoral care and liturgical worship it requires; integration of its apostolic ministry with other ministries of the local community and the diocese; and helping the Christian community on campus to serve its members and others."

"Campus ministry gathers Catholics on 30 campuses across the diocese for prayer, worship and learning in or-

building that takes place through Bible studies overflows into everyday calls students out into

tifying with others in the Christian

The

U.S. Catholic Conference

classification

is

A-III

—

adults.

The

Motion Picture Association of

—

parents America rating is PG-13 are strongly cautioned that some material may be inappropriate for children under 13.

It

Com-

munity, and motivating them to offer

lachian State University in

campus ministry

fil's

at AppaBoone says

a void for him. "It

provides a strong sense of community a stable group of friends that

-

would be

—

you no matter what happens and the foundation of that strong bond is

there for

the faith

we

share."

Twice a year the diocesan Office of

Campus

Ministry coordinates an "En-

counter with Christ" retreat offered to students from

campuses across the dio-

cese. This past fall the diocese held the

30th graph.

life.

community, iden-

retreat.

Students

who have partici-

pated in previous retreats serve on peer ministry teams, and share their faith

experience with others.

Students are given the opportunity to question issues of faith in a safe environment, and often leave with a deepened sense of faith and See Campus, Page

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By Mary Ann Wyand Catholic

News

Service

Shortly before she died at age 96, I asked my grandmother how she made it through the many difficult challenges life presented her.

"I just learned to take life one day at a time," she said, offering her gentle smile. "That's all you can do."

Grandma's world was small, but she never minded staying home and never complained about heartaches. My grandparents lost their only son at birth, and one of their four daughters was born with multiple handicaps.

Grandma cared for

my

warming her

January 31,1*

lovingly and tirelessly Aunt Goldie for 46 years, bottles

and changing her

diapers day after day, year after year.

Because of Grandma's example, I grew up with a loving acceptance and understanding of disabled persons.

When Goldie died, I asked Grandma how she would manage without her. "I just thank the Lord that he took Goldie before he took me," she said, "because no one else could have cared for like I

After Grandpa died a fewyears later, continued her daily chores and hobbies with amazing serenity. I know she missed him, but she didn't let her own life end with his passing.

Everyone loved Grandma. She welcomed visitors with a slice of apple or

Grandma

rhubarb pie. Grandchildren knew they could run from home

after her death did we all realhow present Grandma had been to

Only ize

"My husband and

us throughout our lives.

Marilyn Hess, associate director of the Family Life Office in the Archdiocese of Indianapolis, said many mothers today struggle with busy schedules at work and home, and inadvertently

—

"We have

and children who are 25, 24, 22, 9 and 6."

Last year was hectic, she acknowl edged, because one son served in

th<

Persian Gulf War, another son wa» married and their youngest sons wew busy with grade school and sports

"Our

life is

pretty

much

simplifi

now," she said, "because we only hi three children living at home, aged 22 9 and 6. Three of our children left homt during the last year."

Modern society imposes a number of stresses and challenges on mothers, Ms. Hess explained, because today there are so many places to be and things to do. It is a world quite different from that

Ms. Hess said her position with the archdiocese is part time and her h band helps with grocery shopping preparation of meals. However, she members the rigorous years of workii full time as a single parent before hi remarriage.

"I feel like people support me," sh< said. But in her family-life ministry ti separated, divorced and widowed mer and women, Ms. Hess said she encoun ters many mothers who experience di stress at home and work, and have li support.

"Many women come to support group to get the kind of help they need," shnTi? said. "However, some people I don't set at these meetings are the younger moth ers with smaller children. They don' have time to come. It's a real dilemmi because it's difficult to work, take can * of their family and then leave thei' ^ children in the evening to go to meet

of our grandmothers.

ings."

"We're being pulled in so many directions, and I think that adds to the stress," she said. "We have to focus on our career, volunteer responsibilities and a lot of other things that grandmas didn't have to think about. They were able to focus on the world of their home."

Dick and Marilyn Hess were married 11 years ago following the deaths of

Marilyn Hess recommends tha mothers memorize the "Serenit; Prayer," which reads: "God grant nuife)

—

—

going on when it's not a crisis. It's hard not to be preoccupied with things that really aren't that im-

whatever

is

portant."

Instead of thinking what's next, she explained, "the challenge is to be able to see that there is a need to listen or that there is a need in this moment."

did."

are a blen

27-year-olds

fall into the lifestyle of "management by cristraight into her arms "Modern society Imposes a sis," rather than refor fresh-baked cookies number of stresses and membering to take and sound advice. time to recognize the During my childchallenges on mothers ... beauty and imporhood, Grandma let me many j^Tcrf eachmoment braid liTrTng* ha7r~ because today there are so which she said never places to be and things to do. It In doing so, they are not truly present to had been cut. She is a world quite different from others and to themtaught me how to knit, that of our grandmothers." selves. crochet and embroider.

"It's easy for me to She patiently tried to get caught up in whatever it is that's teach me how to tat, but I couldn't hold going on and to live a crisis-oriented the shuttle the right way. life," Ms. Hess said. "It's a challenge to When Grandma died two years ago, to be present to be able to be open the priest honored her in the funeral

the homily by comparing her to Peter rock upon which the church was built because she was the serene foundation for our family.

I

family," she explained.

their first spouses. They have young children and young grandchildren.

1

be

the serenity to accept the things I can not change, courage to change the thing I can and wisdom to know the differ

(Ms.

Wyand

is

assistant editor

Criterion "newspaper, Indianapolis, Ind.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT As a parent in the 1990s, sense more and more the importance of something mothers and fathers can give in common to their children: the gift of the parents' hopeful, positive outlook on life.

Parents are models for children. That thought strikes fear into the hearts of many parents, for it can carry a hidden message: that parents must be supermoms and more or less perfect models. superdads I

—

The

reality is that

perfectly.

We

parents frequently feel they

less-than-perfect parents

still

fulfill

their parental roles less than

contribute greatly to our children,

however, if they can see that we care about life. Why? "A great number of young people have lost their reason for living ," Pope John Paul rally last summer in Poland. Today's young people often II told a world youth experience a "great bewilderment" and a "thirst for meaning."

Young people are at risk in today's world of absorbing a message that life has little meaning and certainly isn't enjoyable for many adults. Think about it.

Naturally, parents have bad days. But do they, in general, convey through words,

and especially example, a conviction adulthood is an adventure?

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photo from Cleo Freelance Photo

that

life is

good and

that joining the ranks

Davjd Gjb80n) Edjtor Faith A|jve

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Voices

felt

of mothers

By Jane Wolford Hughes Catholic

News

Service

More than a year ago my friend Terry tood in my kitchen and announced, "I an't

go on!"

Over coffee I asked, "Tim?" With tears her eyes she replied, "Yes, still. He me tell anyone, not even the hildren, and he absolutely won't disuss it with me."

The secrecy she referred to concerned tieir oldest son's homosexuality. Three a

ron't let

lonths earlier Michael, in his 20s, called a tell them he was gay.

Terry continued, "Tim never asks

bout Michael though he knows I keep touch with him. It's as if he erased im from our life like a typing mistake l a perfect story. We live as strangers, onducting a charade of civility before le other children."

Terry paused. "I love Michael, he is ly son," she said. "I love my husband ut I can't live with the hurt of his Ijilence. I can't pray anymore. I'm angry l

i|nd

I

|

confused as they saw communica-

tion seeping ents.

away between

photo Irom Cteo Freelance Photo

Gradually the family grew back

denominational organization's headquarters in St. Louis (314-645-5511) and, with her parish's ap-

work offers immediate as "Research ShOWS that sistance to any woman seek

ministry

ing medical, counseling,

a woman's Research shows that a employment, educational, woman's psychological bal- psychological balance residential and financial ance depends on human consupport during an undepends on human nections. Yet, a woman often planned pregnancy. finds herself in a dreadful I offered to call right connections. Yet, a state of hollow aloneness. The then (800-TNN-4MOM). woman often finds isolation of the single woman Through their network, herself In a dreadful Carol was placed in a trying to raise a family is a particularly heavy burden. residential home in a state of hollow Betty works for a housetown nearby, was en aloneness." cleaning agency. She is raisrolled in school and is doing ing three children without the help of the father who walked away five years ago.

One day she seemed unusually quiet

and distracted.

well.

asked if anything was

I

has been a sobering experience.

Carol plans to place the child for adoption and go on with life, wiser and with greater respect for her mother and the

(Ms. Hughes is a free-lance writer in Farmington Hills, Mich., and an adult

many strangers who offered comforting

religious educator.)

It

wrong. Betty's voice was flat. "Carol is two months pregnant," she said of her

support to her.

desperate!"

asked Terry if the Stephen Ministry

as active in her parish. It was not. So called Jeanette at another parish, and

MARKETPLACE

FAITH IN THE

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What do you think mothers today want their families to understand

I'erry.

"Nowadays mothers are working. They need support and help with the load. They Beth Kirwin, Richmond, Va. and be there for the husband all by themselves."

promised she would have one of peir Stephen ministers "be there" for reassured Terry that confidentially is strictly observed in the Stephen llinistry and that each minister has nmpleted 50 hours of training. They lso have a list of local resources if the lire receiver needs help beyond the |on-judgmental, ongoing one-on-one lisbning of the Stephen care giver.

I With the encouragement and gentle nders tanding of the Stephen Ministry, I'erry gained assurance and slowly and I)vingly entered into her husband's taunted desolation. They joined a sup-

—

them?

better about

can't take care of the house, care for the kids

I

I

tort group.

Their other children, teen-agers, were hlieved to know the truth. They had I

FURTHER NOURISHMENT Family therapist Anne F. Grizzle provides guidance for mothers and fathers whose children are overdependent and are not developing "'to full potential" in her book written with William Proctor titled

Mothers

Who Love Too

Much,

Breaking Dependent Love Patterns in Family Relationships. To be effective

dependent children, she says, it is best for parents to' do "first things first:

with

I

:

;

Resolve your relationship with your own parents.... Challenge your spouse to become your partner.... Seek outside support to enhance your inner strengths ... Give your children wings.... Take a vacation (physical and emotional break).... Try growing." (Ivy Books, Published by Ballantine Books, 201 E. 50th St., New York, N.Y. 10022. 1988.

Paperback, $4.95.)

!

daughter. "The boy doesn't want anything to do with her. She says she's going to have an abortion. I think it's wrong, but I don't know what to do.

She's only 14."

Providentially, I just had read in the Council of Catholic Women's newsletter about the Nurturing Network located in Boise, Idaho. Its national net-

their par-

into a circle of love and trust, able to express their feelings and fears.

Terry and her Stephen minister became friends. Terry contacted the non-

proval, began training for this

&

"Mothers are not sure that their families know who they are in the deeper sense, Sara Hill, Northbrook, III. mother is, 'Is she understood?"'

—

for the

The work that

it

take care of them."

"We

takes to raise a

child.

It's

not that you have that child and

— Susan Morrison, McGuire AFB, Wrightstown,

"They would

—

like to

disciplinarians."

be perceived as part

doll.

they are

in their

You have

to

of the family instead of just

— Theresa Armstrong, Richmond, Va.

we

as a care

giver.

They want

to

—

An upcoming like?

If

By Father John

The question

to teach

them and

we

are

be seen as friends and not just

They want

to

be understood and

—

—

but would like to understand better about what God is edition asks: What do you feel you really don't understand well like to respond for possible publication, please write: Faith Alive! 321 1 Fourth St. N.E., Washington, D.C. 2001 7-1 1 00.

News

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in biblical times: Castelot

Service

The structure of the family in biblical times was clearly patriarchal. The father called all the shots. But the mother, too, was respected, obeyed, loved.

Language and customs tend to give a rather negative picture of the mother when contrasted with our cultural practices. A wife addressed her husband as lord and master, just as a slave addressed his or her master.

In the law she was listed among his possessions. Her husband could divorce her, but not vice versa. Legally she remained always a minor.

Still, she was by no means a slave, simply to be bought and sold and used.

The mother's life was physically hard.

She cared for the flocks, worked in the fields, did the cooking, spinning and sewing. But she was not just a drudge.

Her accomplishments were a source of pride and a title to special respect. That respect increased with the birth of her first child.

work so hard

soul.

you would

A mother Catholic

and

wish our children would be patient with us just as

"The things mothers do they are trying to do for the best. But sometimes they are misunderstood.

Stephanie Erickson, Mt. Holly, N.J. appreciated."

Jk

heart

N.J.

are human, always growing and learning. We make mistakes, so Ginger Blankenbaker, Louisville, Ky.

patient with them."

a

it's

who

How much

The first of the Ten Commandments dealing with interpersonal relationships required a person to honor father and mother equally.

The Wisdom books are especially eloquent about the respect due one's mother. "He who mistreats his father, or drives away his mother, is a worthless and disgraceful son" (Proverbs

serve,

and

influence?

my son, your father's bidding,

your mother's teaching" (Proverbs 6:20).

The final collection of sayings in the book of Proverbs is introduced as follows: "The words of Lemuel, king of Massa. The advice which his mother reject not

gave him"

(31:1).

19:26).

"Listen to your father who begot you,

and despise not your mother when she is

old" (Proverbs 23:22).

"For the Lord sets a father in

honor

over his children; a mother's authority he confirms over her sons.... He stores up riches who reveres his mother.... He obeys the Lord who brings comfort to his mother" (Sirach 3:2,4,6).

There are clear indications that a wife was loved and listened to by her husband and treated by him as an equal.

This seems to have been the normal

It was only when boys reached adolescence that their fathers took over their education, chiefly in the crafts that were the family's special-

A daughter remained always under her mother's tutelage.

Given the importance of personal ties.

able. It

formation in the impressionable years of childhood, the mother exerted tremendous influence in setting the standards for the whole people.

Nurse, educator, psychologist, responsible manager of an often complex household, the mother had good reason to hold her head high and walk with dignity and pride.

moral conduct. Children, even as adults, were urged to heed her teaching: "Ob-

scholar, author

situation.

A

mother's influence was considerwas she who was the primary educator, particularly in the area of

(Father Castelot

and

is

a Scripture

lecturer.)

atbolic

News

&

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Herald

The 46 County Diocese Of Charlotte Contribute To The Diocesan Support Appeal Each Year

'Caring Hearts' Across

DSA agencies and ministries are used extensively in parishes both large and small. From the large urban parishes to the smaller rural areas, people are served by 23 agencies

and

ministries funded by the Diocesan Support Appeal.

Examples oftwo parishes whose parishioners use many of the DSA agencies and ministries are shown on these Wo pages. Queen of the Apostles Parish in Belmont uses many DSA services, despite its small size. St. Aloysius Parish in Hickory serves a larger urban area, utilizing many DSA agencies to meet the needs of parishioners and the community. Photos by Woody Smith.

Queen Of The Apostles Belmont

Deacon Guy Piche performs a baptism, which is one of the many ways in which he serves the community as a permanent deacon. Here with Tony and Joyce Camp, Deacon Piche baptizes Erica Louise Camp. The Permanent Diaconate program, which is funded by the DSA, prepares candidates for their ordination as deacons and provides ongoing training.

Members of in parish life

the parish

community

Paula Wyatt leads the community

more

fully

Shown

here,

are invited to participate

through various lay ministry opportunities. in

song as a cantor while Mel Shook

serves as a eucharistic minister, offering

Communion

The diocesan Lay Ministry Training program

receives

to

Anna Young.

DSA

funds.

Msgr. Anthony Kovacic, pastor of Queen of the Apostles Parish, visits with members of the "Young at Heart" group. Members of this parish group participate in Diocesan-wide CRISM

programs which provide funded by the DSA.

spiritual, service

and social opportunities for

retirees.

CRISM

is

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mary 31, 1992

St.

&

Ker

Aloysius Hickory

Members of the

parish

Young Adult

Bible study group gather for prayer

and fellowship on a regular basis. Shown here are 1-r)

Terry Pettinger, Cheryl Francoeur,

(front)

Mike Francoeur. The Office of Young Adult Ministry DSA and supports local young adult groups.

ryvale Sister ist

Mary Norman and volunteers

Religious Education, I

which

is

Lisa is

(rear

Laws and

funded by the

McKenzie The Office

Neil and Cathy

second grade children during religious education

Gary Cline,

Doug Sigmon,

class.

funded by the DSA, provides support

resources for these parish programs.

Dr. Carl

Hand

is

a Sociology professor at Lenoir-Rhyne College and

serves as a volunteer faculty adviser for the

are

members of St. Aloysius and attended Engaged Encounter

their

marriage preparation. Engaged Encounter

is

is

Members of

funded by the DSA.

funded

Commission meet to discuss plans for upcoming Bobbie May, Father Wilbur Thomas, Pat Dunbeck and Karen

the parish Evangelization

Vollinger. (Rear,

1-r)

The Evangelization

1-r)

Phyllis Smith,

Ministry, which

evangelization efforts.

Campus Ministry

Ministry programs with a college student after Sunday Mass. These

by the DSA.

parish programs. (Front,

Aloysius

programs take place on college campuses throughout the diocese and are

as part of

a program offered

through the Catholic Social Services Family Life Office which

St.

Newman Club. A member of St. Aloysius Parish, Hand discusses Campus

Deborah and Charles Oberle, Todd and Carla Fowler and Kim and Darrin Miller view photos from each of their recent weddings. All three couples

Deacon Hugo May, is

Carlotta

Holman and Judy

Deal.

funded by the DSA, supports the work of parish

itholic

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Q>mtmicCocC^Rs p ana/

Qmmiqw&nonoj (D.S.A.)

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Diocesan Support Appeal

Por

HNA. PILAR

DALMAU Es una campana que emprende la diocesis de Charlotte cada ano, entre los abril,

meses de febrero y

para recaudar los fondos necesarios

que sostienen 22 agencias y ministerios de la Iglesia Catolica, los cuales ofrecen ayuda a miles de personas que se benefician con estos servicios de caridad.

UN CORAZON COMPASIVO COMPARTE (A Caring Heart Shares) lema de la campana diocesana de ano 1992.

Catolicos de 46 condados del oeste de Carolina del Norte contribuiran gozosos al sostenimiento de las caridades diocesanas como lo han hecho en los anos anteriores. La meta es de mas de un millon y medio de dolares ( 1 .590.000) que podran obtenerse con la generosa colaboracion de todos.

La forma de aportar donativos es: Comprometerse a dar una cantidad determinada en uno o varios plazos dentro de unas fechas estableciadas.

Tambien hay que pensar en el futuro y considerar, por ejemplo, dejar una cantidad para DSA en su testamento.

Estas son las agencias y ministerios de la diocesis de Charlotte que ofrecen servicios gracias a la generosidad de los contribuyentes a esta campana: es el

adopcion de ninos, refugiados, jove pobres

administration de las escuelas catolica! educacion religiosa, servicios catolico en universidades, evangelizacion, paz justicia, ministerio

Centro Catolico Hispano de Charlotte Por

PADRE

SILL

RUEDA

Detras de la Catedral de San Patricio,

actividades. Este ano se realizara el

en una casa vieja que solo espera ser demolida, para convertir la zona en parqueadero de la Catedral; se encuentra el Centro Catolico Hispano de la diocesis de Charlotte, con sus 20 anos de historia.

Un lugar tranquilo, pobre y apacible que de vez en cuando se llena con el murmullo de la voces hispanas de sus fieles que van alii para orar, trabajar, estudiar, recrearse en busca de ayuda.

Han sido varias las personas que por el han pasado sirviendo; han sido muchos los que por el han pasado colaborando y todos ellos de alguna manera han dejado sus huellas como signo y sehal de la riqueza del Espiritu de Dios que se derrama en dones, en cualquier parte.

Desde su fundacion hasta los dfas de hoy va creciendo en servicios

segundo Cursillo en espanol en el mes de marzo.

El Grupo de Oracion Carismatica, que se reune todos los martes y tiene cada ano su retiro de tres dfas. El grupo Juvenil que poco a poco va creciendo con el entusiasmo de todos sus miembros. El grupo de las Marianitas que se reunen los lunes, una vez al mes.

espirituales a la

comunidad hispana y

porque no decirlo tambien, de servicios materiales cuando se puede. A traves de los anos se han organizado alii, clases, reuniones, retiros, conferencias, charlas,

preparaciones sacramentales y un sin numero de actividades sociales que hacen vivir a los hispanos

que

muchos momentos de

lo frecuentan

fraternidad.

Siendo este centro para el bien comun, denranda cada ano gastos materiales y por eso tenemos que recurrir a la generosidad de muchos para cubrir nuestras necesidades.

Estamos

La preparacion de los ninos de primera comunion que se hace todos los domingos por la manana. Las preparaciones al bautismo y al matrimonio que se hace los jueves o los viernes por la noche. La preparacion de adultos a los sacramentos y lo mas llamativo en estos dias, la formacion de Grupos de Comunidades de Base, contando hasta el momento con unos seis, en varios lugares de la ciudad de

"Servicios Sociales", oficinas y personas empleadas en Asheville, Wis-

dom Salem

y Charlotte. Comprende programas con los ancianos, familias,

-

Por

les conoce, han fortalecido nuestra fe, pues es allf a traves del contacto con la gente como conocemos mas a fondo sus necesidades y su forma de pensar. Por medio de estos encuentros familiares descubrimos a otras personas que estan necesitando nuestra ayuda, las visitamos y les somos utiles en algo.

El CCH de Charlotte siendo una

PADRE

SILL

podemos confirmar en los Evangelios, cuando leemos en Mateo 1 6, "sobre esta piedra edificare mi cuando leemos en Juan Iglesia" y

ยงj

10,"habraunsolo rebano, bajo un solo pastor". Estas

y muchas otras

expresiones biblicas nos

mas de la diocesis, presta multiples servicios a la comunidad oficina

entender

dan a el

hispana.

Su objetivo es la parte religiosa

caracterde unidad

y de las atenciones para nosotros los dirigentes; pero necesitamos mas de la

y espiritual, sin descuidar que tambien hay otras necesidades importantes.

ayuda colectiva, social y economica para poder realizar nuestros planes en favor de la comunidad hispana.

Hoy en di'a al frente del CCH esta la

Con la ayuda economica de los mismos hispanos y personas americanas de la diocesis, podemos seguir adelante con nuestros programas pastorales-

que quizo desde el principio establecer Jesucristo en su Iglesia.

Esta unidad significa que todos los catolicos de todo el mundo, creen en las mismas verdades, obedecen a las mismas leyes, reciben los mismos sacramentos

Hermana

religiosos,

Dalmau como

directora

y me encuentro yo como capellan y editor de la pagina en espanol

"Comuniquemonos"

del periodico

diocesano, para servir mejor a la comunidad, ya que los latinos van creciendo cada vez mas y se encuentran de 9 nacionalidades regados por toda la 1

diocesis.

Contamos con un buen numero, en el

Movimiento de Cursillos de

Cristiandad que se reunen todos los miercoles v durante el ano hacen sus

como

el retiro

carismatico

que se hace cada ano y ya hemos dicho, o los cursillos para hombres y mujeres, donde se pasan cuatro dfas de formacion cristiana, a la luz del Evangelio y los documentos de la Iglesia. Gracias a estos movimientos, de allf hemos sacado algunos h'deres que necesitamos para nuestro trabajo en el futuro.

Asi, pues, el CCH de Charlotte es mas que una oficina diocesana, es mas que un centro catolico, es un lugar encuentro de muchas razas, de muchos

etc

comunicacion, diaconado permanent* consejo de religiosas y consejo paston diocesano.

"Ministerios Multiculturales' empleados para servir a lo

oficinas y

Hispanos,

Vietnamitas

Afroamericanos.

La cantidad necesaria para sostene el

ministerio diocesano con los hispano

en el 92-93 es de $127,645 (ministeri de Evangelizacion que incluye a lo emigrantes establecidos en 1 2 ciudades y Servicio Social Catolico con lo Hispanos es de $ 5 1 ,022 (comprende oficinas y empleados en Charlotte, Win ston-Salem y Asheville.)

Son inumerables

las

hermosa

de personas y familia que han sido ayudadas por agente pastorales de la diocesis, que sirven e estas oficinas sostenidas por el apoyo d D.S.A. A cada parroquia de la diocesis se asigna una cantidad determinada con que ha de contribuir a DSA, de acuerd con el numero de familias registradas el estado economico de la misma. historias de casos

1

1

Es Una

RUEDA

Jesus establecio una sola Iglesia, lo

agradecidos de la generosidad de algunos

Pilar

los jovenes

Nuestra Iglesia

Charlotte.

Estos grupos familiares o Comunidades de Iglesia como mejor se

con

"Ministerios Especiales", medios d

este

El

etc.

"Educacion", comprende oficinas y empleados que llevan

y estan todos unidos bajo la autoridad mismo Pontffice. Y para asegurar

del

este caracter de unidad

Jesus cuando regreso

al

en

la Iglesi

Padre, envio

Espiritu Santo para que habitara en

s

cuerpo y uniera los miembros de unc con otros y consigo mismo como cabe2 de este cuerpo. Por eso decimos qi Cristo es la Cabeza de la Iglesia nosotros somos sus miembros y asf todc

mi

en El formamos un solo cuerpo.

Y en la parte material de la cual sirve el Espiritu Santo para ensenar unification de la Iglesia, es la persor del Santo Padre, Obispo de Roma Vicario de Cristo en la tierra o sea cabeza visible de toda la Iglesia Catolic En todo esto hay que tener ur mirada de fe muy profunda como pai saber discernir entre una cosa y la otr como para entender en que consiste unidad de la Iglesia en la cual vivimo nos movemos y actuamos. Esa roca c la cual nos habla el Evangelio y sobre

5

cual fue construida la Iglesia, es la solid* al tener como fundador mismo Jesucristo, al cual todos debenu de seguir sus huellas. La unidad, pue

que ella posee

ideales, de muchas ayudas y conocimientos, de muchas esperanzas para

el

futuro de los hispanos en esta

los Estados Unidos y mas aun de muchos suenos de ninos y jovenes, que con el ejemplo de los mayores,

zona de

comienzan a recorrer el mismo camino por donde nosotros ya hemos andado.

de la Iglesia es esencial, sin ella derrumbarfa todo el edificio de nuest fe y de nuestras creencias religiosas sin ella estariamos divididos y mas ai perdidos y sin poder reconocer, CO seria la verdadera Iglesia en este mui en que vivimos.

:

The Catholic News

muary 31, 1992

Hispanic Ministry jib

Reaches Out The

community has gathered together through the work of the HispanicMigrant Ministry. With

Church continues to look for ways to better serve the community."

Father Sill Rueda serves as chaplain of the Hispanic community and is editor of Comuniquemonos, a Spanish language section published weekly in The Catholic News & Herald. These news articles serve as a vital means of communication between the diocese and the Hispanic community at large.

The Hispanic Migrant Ministry across the diocese calls upon volunteers to help meet the needs of many Hispanics who come to the Church looking for

Taylorsville,

in

adkinville and Charlotte,

and services

rovided in nine other cities, Hispanics

Western North Carolina have the

pportunity to receive assistance, offer

one another and worship

to-

efher.

The Hispanic Catholic Center

is

>cated in an old house behind St. Patrick

athedral in Charlotte. ften filled

represented in the diocese.

population continues to grow, and the

offices

rvice to

ties are

Charlotte, the Hispanic

endersonville, Biscoe, Greensboro,

i

The house

is

help.

Needs range from material necessi-

with the sounds of Spanish-

leaking people

who go

there to pray,

work or look for help.

Through the years, the Center has

udy,

ties to assistance

Jesuit Father Richard Sotelo, pastor of

with the settlement

Charlotte area

who

assists

and farms

people in various

our people

cated in the Diocese of Charlotte, says,

Handmaids

Sister Pilar

Dalmau,

y, says, "We are very grateful for the nerosity and kindness of those who

ipport our efforts.

Social and eco-

omic assistance are necessary to help s meet the needs of the Hispanic com-

More

than 19 Latin nationali-

many of come here with no means of

thank God for allowing

FE Y

asked why she devotes so much of her time to helping others with doctor

of migrants."

visits, employment paperwork

diocese have the good fortune, due to

and other Marina replies, "To say thank you to God for the good life that we have been given. It is just necessary for me to go where the need social service needs,

is."

Luis Gomez, a volunteer

worked for a summer with

who

the Hispanic

ORACION DE UN CATOLICO?

La Iglesia venera las Sagradas Escrituras como venera al Cuerpo del Senor.

A traves de los siglos, las ha defendido, promovido e interpretado. Los fieles son nutridos por la Palabra asfcomo por el Cuerpo del Senor. La fuerza y el poder de la Palabra de Dios es tan grande que es el soste'n y el vigor de la Iglesia, la fortaleza de fe de su pueblo, el alimento del alma, la pura y perenne fuente de su vida espiritual. (Constitucion Dogmatics Sobre la Divina Revelacidn, 21, Concilio Vaticano

tunity to have

mers of I

my

one of the greatest sum-

entire

life.

I

can really say

lived the Gospel with the

community

lic priest,"

tor of

commodate

this family's request for a

place to worship."

from the Diocesan Support Appeal, to conduct Bible schools and English classes for the children of migrant families and Hispanics working in factory jobs. Volunteers financial assistance

who make

homes of these always welcomed

visits to the

workers say they are warmly, and the people feel the church really cares about them.

"Because of the Hispanic Catholic Center here in Yadkinville people like me are becoming more aware of its presence and getting more assistance," says Pedro Espana, a member of the Hispanic community there. "Now this community is beginning to feel like family to me."

Hispanic Ministry has had a significant impact on the life of Evangelina

St.

Father Richard Farwell, pastor of Dorothy Parish in Lincolnton also

welcomes

ment with

the

integral to our ministry as a parish,"

says Father Farwell.

and look forward

summarizes her work in way: "One of my joys in Hispanic Ministry is to witness the promotion of Sister Pilar

When

families.

dered into his church. "They were looking for 'Eclesiastico Catolico', a Catho-

(From Page

I

arrived in Charlotte

four years ago, there were

some

large

families living in very poor conditions.

We

them as much as posfew years they were able to find jobs, improve their housing, obtain a better education and adjust to tried to help

sible,

and

in a

Today they

family from El

to a joint Eucharistic

this

marriage."

Ed Vilkauskas about a Salvador who had wan-

the

celebration in the Spring."

this country.

A Baptist deacon recently contacted

"We welcome

Hispanic community to our church for Spanish Mass two to three times a month,

"Isolated

I

Spiritan Father

community to "Our involveHispanic community is

the Hispanic

his parish for activities.

"Through have grown closer to God and others," say Lopez. "I have also been helped with some personal problems. That help has strengthened my in Hendersonville.

Campus

parish in

Monroe. "Because of the Hispanic community activities that we have here, the deacon knew we would be able to ac-

Hispanic Catholic centers across the .

says Father Vilkauskas, pas-

Our Lady of Lourdes

for

little

women, confined

children, afraid to

to care

go out be-

cause they did not understand English,

were encouraged

to

overcome

barriers.

drive cars to participate in

Bible studies, and they do their share to assist others

who

are in

need of the

support they once needed," says Sister Pilar.

7)

II)

Las Sagradas Escrituras son una parte importante de la liturgia eucarfstica, como lo son del Oficio Divino, oration diaria del clero, de muchos religiosos y de algunos laicos de la Iglesia.

Todos

me the oppor-

When

PAPEL DE LA SAGRADA ESCRITURA

tN LA VIDA DE

lo-

and they are handicapped by language barriers. I get so much joy out of working with these people to help them settle in to their new homes." transportation,

this ministry

â&#x20AC;˘CUAL ES EL

cities

"I

Lopez

10,

Saida

non-English

workshops, youth programs, icramental preparation, and social acvities.

The operation of the Center, nd the services that it extends are made ossible through the generosity of the tany people who contribute to the Diesan Support Appeal. iocesan director of the Hispanic Minis-

in Reidsville, baptizes

process. Marina Reef, a volunteer in the

speaking Hispanics, says, "So

srences,

'

Holy Infant Parish

Elizando as her godparents look on.

ffered classes, meetings, retreats, con-

mnity.

Bt

Many Across Diocese Across the Diocese of

rea

&

llamados a aprender "la gran ventaja [de conocer a Jesucristo" (Filipenses 3:8) mediante la lectura devota y frecuente de los textos sagrados. los cristianos estan

connectedness with the church. The goes beyond just the weekend experience, however. Students return to their campuses with a renewed faith and share it with others through campus

together for prayer and outreach to the

programs.

Conventual Franciscan Father Kurt Kreml, campus minsiter at Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, is appre-

from

retreat

ciated

Las Sagradas Escrituras y la tradicidn son el depdsito sagrado de la Palabra de Dios que ha sido confiada a la Iglesia. "Por eso,

hermanos, mante"nganse firmes, guardando fielmente las tradiciones que les ensenamos de palabra o por carta." (Tesalonicenses 2:15) Ambas deben ser aceptadas y veneradas. Las Sagradas Escrituras son la Palabra de Dios que se ha puesto por escrito. Mediante la ensenanza, la vida y el culto de la Iglesia, las tradiciones transmitidas integramente a los obispos, los sucesores de los apdstoles, la Palabra de Dios ha sido confiada a los Apostoles por Cristo el Senor para que ellos, iluminados por el Espfritu de Verdad, puedan preservarla ifielmente, explicarla y proclamarla a todos. Por la Sagrada Tradicidn de la Iglesia han sido determinados los libros que componen el canon de la Biblia y esa Sagrada Escritura ha sido comprendida y hecha incesantemente activa en la Iglesia. (Constitucion Dogmfiica sobre la Revelacion Divina, 9, Concilio Vaticano II)

by students for

Wake

in to

questions, and can offer a set of values

Forest,

my mom

meet Father Kurt

in

Campus

Ministry office," says Joanna. "The warmth and openness that I felt from Father Kurt made me feel secure right away. Since that time I have become involved in campus ministry programs and have enjoyed meetthe

in-

tions", says Father

can properly assist them to the completion of that faith process."

Campus ministry prepares our young people to face the challenges of the secular world with their faith alive.

Inspired by their experiences on campus, many former students continue to serve the church once they leave college. It is through these programs that a future is created with leaders who will provide continuity of the Catholic faith in this challenging world. The Diocesan Support Appeal makes this posthat

me

"This process

campus

Joanna Hensley, a student at Wake Forest, had this encounter: "When I arrived at

their families.

volves honest examination of faith ques-

his gentle but

minstry.

marched

gin to internalize the faith they inherited

Kreml. "Through campus ministry the Church offers them a community of believers who explore

persistent invitation to join

first

community."

Father Kreml says the college years are time when many young people be-

ing many other Catholic students on campus. We share a very strong sense of community, and frequently come

sible.

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^holic

Herald

January 31,

H

Diocesan News Briefs Discernment Day

CONCORD — The Redemptorists

are sponsoring a Discernment Day on Feb. 8 from 10 a.m. until 7:30 p.m. at St. James Church.

The day is open to men, 16 and older, who might be thinking of religious priesthood or brotherhood as a

way

to fully live out their baptismal

calling.

There

is

no cost for the day, and and supper.

it

Grotto Pilgrimage

—

BELMONT The First Saturday Devotion Pilgrimage to the Grotto at Belmont Abbey College will be Feb. 1.

Rosary will be said at 9:30 a.m., confession will be heard at 10:45 a.m., and Mass will begin at 11:30 a.m.

Please bring a chair, and dress warmly.

For more information, contact Terri or Phil, (704) 568-5118.

a.m. in the Begley building at 1

Song Service

CHEROKEE Guadalupe

—

SAGE

will host the

Song Service

7 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to attend and bring finger food for Feb. 2 at

— The

CHARLOTTE

Charlotte

AGLOW

will hold a daytime chapter of "Sweetheart Banquet" on Feb. 7, 6:30 p.m. until 10 p.m. at Idlewild Country

II

site.

student of

OLA

witli

ill

old yearbooks, trophies, pictures, anc P other memorabilia are asked to cal Terisita Staub, (704) 545-4206.

Meeting

SWANNANOA — SAGE II mem-

meet on Feb 5 at 1 p.m. at Machine Shop on U.S. 70 beteen Swannanoa and Black Mountain.

SAGE II members show their skills at making woodcraft articles and teach how woodcraft articles can be made by

the fellowship afterwards.

For more information, contact Our Lady of Guadalupe, (704) 495-9755.

Early Adolescent Institute

Pete's

any senior citizen.

For more information, contact Margaret Mary, (704) 686-3243.

—

CHARLOTTE

The dioces Offices of Youth Ministry and Re gious Education have teamed up present the Early Adolescent Minis Institute,

Feb. 21-22.

The workshop will allow parish anc

St.

school leaders to improve their ministiyl n effectiveness with early adolescents

Club.

The cost is $ 1 2.50 per person or $25

Valentine Dance

GASTONIA

per couple.

Guest speakers will be Gary and Vicki Faulkner, speaking on "How to turn your frog into a prince, or how to rid your rose of her thorns."

For more information, call Donna, (704) 588-6355.

Young At Heart

ARDEN meet Feb. 7 speaker

school

Any former

bers will

Our Lady of

with the Lutherans and Methodists on

AGLOW

Women's

new

(704) 525-7289.

will include lunch

For more information, contact Redemptorist Father Pete Sousa, (704) 784-3919.

Shennandoah Avenue. The new schoo on Shamrock Drive will open in the fall ¥ Alumni are planning a ceremony U $ commerate the closing of the school and are searching for old memorabilia t( 0 compile in a historical display at tl»

CCHS,

00 Park Road. Students need to bring two #2 pencils along with a $10 testing fee. No advance registration is required.

A snow date of Feb. 22 would be announced on local radio stations.

For more information, call CCHS, 3

is

— Young

St.

sic, dancing, setups, hors d'oeuvers will be available.

Call St. Michael, (704) 867-6212

more information.

House Of Prayer

offer a

weekend winter retreat Feb.

and

HENDERSON VILLE

—

Box

appreciation dinner for clergy and

(704) 622-7366.

gious on Feb. 8 at 7 p.m. in St.

Hall of Immaculate Conception Church.

per couple. Tickets are available from

GREENSBORO

— Our Lady of

Grace Women's Club will meet for lunch on Feb. 3 at Yesterdays, 55 12 W. Market Street, at noon. All ladies of the parish are welcome, and encouraged to bring a friend or two.

The cost is $7.50. Reservations and

money should be with checks

Women's

sent to Louise

made

Club.

OLG's

out to

Call

Kemp

Kemp,

for

more

Private and indi-

from members of the Knights of Columbus.

For more information, contact Imthe church office, or

maculate Conception, (704) 693-6901.

CCHS Placement Test CHARLOTTE — Charlotte Catholic High School's placement test will be given on Feb. 8 to all eighth grade students applying to CCHS for the 1 992-

93 school year.

The test will begin promptly at 8:30

information, (919) 294-2986.

7,

Madonna

Tickets are $15 per person, or $25

Our Lady Of Grace Women's Club

—

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—

MAGGIE VALLEY Living Waters Reflection Center will sponsor "Dreams: Journeying Through The In-

ney

ner Life" Feb. 14-16.

will leave

1992 North Sea Adventure

CHARLOTTE — A summer jour-

Lady of Knock, and the World's Fair Flowers in Amsterdam.

Contact Msgr. Richard Allen at St or Jean Ponischil, trip sec retary, 1614 Dilworth Road, East, Char lotte, NC 28203, (704) 375-2366.

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prayerful reflection.

Appreciation Dinner

in

For more information, contact

7-9.

direct the retreatants with conferences

Knights of Columbus are sponsoring an

lunch

treat

McGovern

Jesuit Father Joseph

them

sive early adolescent

vidual retreats are also available.

Dr. Knoll from Thorns Reha-

bilitation Facility.

assist

HOT SPRINGS — The Jesuits will

Vincent de

Michael Parish will sponsor a valentine dance on Feb. 3 in St. Michael's gym.

Tickets are $7.50 per person. MuPaul Society of

for

Dutch

Jesuit St.

Heart will

at

10:30 a.m. Scheduled

at

— The

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laiary 31,

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The Catholic News

1992

He

World and National Briefs American Red Cross, Catholic Relief

sburgh Bishop Criticizes ti-Catholic

Comments

I PITTSBURGH (CNS)

— Anti-Ca-

Services and the environmental group

lice legislation in Pennsylvania, which

Greenpeace report continuing hunger, malnutrition and medical problems in Iraq a year after the start of the Gulf War "Hunger and malnutrition are now widespread," reported Douglas Broderick, CRS representative in Baghdad. Purchasing food is beyond the financial

1 supported heavily by Pennsylvania's Iholic bishops and which drew a num-

means of average Iraqis, he said in a CRS release. The government provides

lof anti-Catholic remarks. "There has lays been a strong vein of anti-Catholientiment in this country," he said,

rations equivalent to about half the daily

icism remains one of the last inlined and accepted bigotries in the ll

ted States, according to

W. Wuerl

Biald

lamented

ere

Bishop

He

of Pittsburgh.

wake of failed school

in the

have always been

critics

nutritional requirement, not including

meat, milk, fruits or vegetables.

who

us seen the teaching of the Catholic In as a threat to their view and unfor-

Church Urging Croatian Catholics To Overcome Anger, Doctor Says

some of them have used whatIrmeans at their disposal to attack the

is

Itiolic faith."

country struggles to maintain

Main Suspect In Ing Of Church Fires GAINESVILLE, Fla. (CNS)

NEW YORK (CNS) — The church

iitely

playing a major role in Croatia as the its

inde-

imprisoned

pendence and territorial integrity against brutal assaults of the Yugoslav federal army, a Croatian pediatrician reported during a visit to the United States. Dr. Vesna Bosanac, who works for the

|e mid-November, has been named

Croatian Ministry of Health in the capi-

lie chief suspect in eight of last year's

tal,

Ibicious church fires in northern

Cardinal Franjo Kuharic, was visiting

lida. Arson was the apparent cause

the

lime 50 church

distribution of aid.

Ifter Is

lick Lee Frank, a

drifter

fires in

—

northern and

Iral Florida between April 1990 and

ember 1991

as well as in several

Zagreb, said the city's archbishop,

most

and arranging But his main task,

she said, speaking in Croatian through

an interpreter,

is

calling

on Croatians,

despite the sufferings and atrocities in-

liough no charges were filed against

flicted

as of Jan. 21, officials described

on them, to overcome their anger and impulses for revenge.

lik as the only suspect in eight fires in liesville, the

main suspect

in four of

l:hurch fires in his hometown of East Ige, Tenn., and one of several sus-

1s

in

some

other Florida

Papal Documents Show Good, Bad In Evangelization Of Americas

VATICAN CITY

(CNS)

— The

Vatican has published two volumes of

fires.

papal documents on the good and the

Of Gulf War For Iraqi Civilians

r-effects

ger

WASHINGTON

(CNS)

—

The

national reconciliation in the Central

from the colonial policies of Spain and Portugal. There are strong papal condemnations of slavery and a defense

Alliance party, said during a Jan. 20

tivity

of the Indians as

human beings

entitled

to equal rights, especially after conver-

sion

—

bad of Catholicism's arrival in the Americas. The documents, covering the 100 years after Christopher Columbus

—

Vatican criticized Cuba's execution of an alleged terrorist, saying the sentence

LIFE

IN

THE

The Church venerates the Divine Scriptures as she venerates the Idy of the Lord. Through the centuries she has defended, promoted and lerpreted them. The faithful are nourished by the Word as well as by t Body of the Lord. The force and power of the Word of God is so pat that it remains the support and energy of the Church, the strength c faith for her people, the food of soul, the pure and perennial source of s ritual life. (Vatican II, Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation, 21 :

"all the great tragedies suf-

agreement, which seeks to reconcile the country."

On

Religion, Report Says

WASHINGTON is

engaged

(CNS)

in its toughest

—

China crackdown on

religion in decades, particularly punish-

ing Catholics and Protestants and im-

The Vatican issued its statement Jan. 20, two days after Eduardo Diaz Betancourt, a 38-year-old Miami resident, was killed by firing squad. He and two other exiles had been tried and convicted by a Cuban court for terrorism, sabotage and enemy propaganda.

The death sentences of the other men were commuted. "The Holy See can only be saddened by the execution of a

prisoning their leaders, a

reasons.

person for predominantly political reasons," said Vatican spokesman Joaquin Navarro-Valls.

Catholic-Orthodox Ecumenism Goes On Despite Tension, Official Says VATICAN CITY (CNS) Despite tensions and disagreements, the Catholic and Orthodox churches are in "almost total communion," said a top Vatican ecumenist. Bishop Pierre Duprey secretary of the Pontifical Council for Promoting Christian Unity, said

—

,

human

rights

group said Jan. 20. The crackdown developed out of China's fear of the nationalistic and anti-communist sentiments it saw being enhanced by religious belief in Eastern Europe and portions of China itself, said Asia Watch, the U.S. -based

ing agency.

human

rights monitor-

The suppression of the pro-

democracy movement following the 1989 Tiananmen Square massacre fed into the effort to impose tighter controls on religion, it said in a report. Asia Watch released its report, "Freedom of Religion in China" on Jan. 20, detailing its findings on Beijing's efforts to bring faith into line with government policy.

Indian Bishops Set Up Special mission For Women's Issues

PUNE,

India

Com-

— The Indian

(CNS)

bishops' conference has put

women's

that despite

concerns on its ongoing agenda for the first time with a decision to establish a

ties

special

headline-making difficulbetween Catholics and Orthodox in 1 99 1 dialogue between the two churches was never interrupted. The bishop's comments on Catholic-Orthodox relations were published Jan. 22 by the ,

—

THE ROLE OF SACRED SCRIPTURE OF FAITH AND PRAYER OF A CATHOLIC?

seminar that

fered by the public end with an amnesty

had been carried out mainly for political

Salvadoran Church Opposes General Amnesty For Political Crimes SalSAN SALVADOR (CNS)

IS

Sol, presi-

dent of the ruling National Republican

China In Tough Crackdown

Cuba Execution VATICAN CITY (CNS) The

Vatican Deplores

Vatican press office.

WHAT

American country. Calderon

a view questioned in Europe.

afflicted areas

Irch fires in Texas and Tennessee,

1

reached the New World in 1492, reveal an emphasis on evangelization and attempts by popes to separate church ac-

vadoran church leaders say they oppose a general amnesty for political crimes as part of the country's move toward peace after 12 years of civil war. "We are not in favor of a general amnesty as it suggests nothing happened here," Auxiliary Bishop Gregorio Rosa Chavez of San Salvador said. But political leader Armando Calderon Sol said a pardon is needed to help create an atmosphere for

their

St.

Jude

Thanks to St. Jude for prayers swered and favors granted.

women's

com-

mission should be headed by a nun and staffed mostly by women, reported UC A News, an Asian church news agency based in Bangkok, Thailand. Archbishop Alphonsus Mathias of Bangalore, conference president, told reporters the new

body will work under the bishops' Commission for Family and Laity.

Vatican Announces 1994

On Religious Life VATICAN CITY (CNS)

Synod

— The

next world Synod of Bishops will be held in 1994 and focus on religious the Vatican announced.

The

life,

Jan.

announcement said Pope John Paul decided the synod would take place fall

17 II

in

of 1994 to discuss the theme:

"The Consecrated Life and Its Role in the Church and in the World." Ordinary an-

synods normally are held every three years to discuss a topic of interest to the universal church.

MG, EJC, DTS

to tackle

and the country. At annual meeting in Pune in mid-

January, bishops decided that the

the

Thanks To

commission

issues in the church

sembly was

in

The

last

ordinary as-

1990 and dealt with

priestly formation.

The Sacred

Scriptures are an important part of the Eucharistic rgy, as they are of the Divine Office prayed daily by the clergy, by |iny religious and by some lay persons of the Church. i

All Christians are called J

jus Christ" (Philippians 3:8)

upon to

learn the "excelling

knowledge of

through frequent devotional reading of the

red text.

"Dreams: Journeying through the Inner Life"*** Designed to explore the use of dreamwork in our ongoing spiritual journey, the workshop emphasizes the use of a dream journal to facilitate the exploration of the unconscious. Time is provided for theoreticval input,, dream sharing, prayer experience and for private dreamwork.

Donation: $70

Feb. 14-16

Sacred Scripture and sacred tradition make up a single sacred |)Osit of the Word of God, which is entrusted to the Church. We hold Jit to the traditions received either "by word or by letter" (Thessalonians 1 5). Both are to be accepted and venerated. Sacred Scripture is the ;ech of God as it is put down in writing. By the teaching, life and « rship of the Church, tradition transmits to the Bishops, the successors I the Apostles, in its entirety, the Word of God which has been rusted to the Apostles by Christ the Lord so that they, enlightened by I Holy Spirit of Truth, may faithfully preserve, explain and proclaim ft load. It is by the Sacred Tradition of the Church that the books which Ike up the canon of the Bible have been determined and that Sacred fipture has been more thoroughly understood and unceasingly made jive in the Church (Vatican Council II, The Dogmatic Constitution on ine Revelation, 9)

ENNEAGRAM — "The Nine Faces of God" This workshop is an investigation into a rich and challenging approach to holiness and self-discovery. While at one level the Enneagram can be seen as a personality study, essentuially

it is

a "spirituality of conversion."

Donation: $120

Feb. 20-23

Director: Rev. Bernie Tickerhoof,

TOR

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he Catholic

News

&

January 31,

Herald

DSA-Funded

Many Areas Of

Ministries Affect

Life

YOUNG ADULT MINISTRY People between the ages of 1 8 and 35, one of the largest segments of the U.S. population, are

a vital link in the life of the Catholic Church.

Recognizing the importance of nurturing young adults within our diocese, the

Young Adult Ministry plans and coordinates programs conducive to their spiritual and social needs. Whether married or single, young adults who seek personal as well as group identity Office of

of the participants. "This retreat provided that as well as faith sharing with peers,

which helped strengthen my own

personal

commitment

to Christ."

Roger

Steinkamp

Says

Thomasville, "The retreat offered

of

me

I also enjoyed meeting people from different parishes across

the diocese as

we came together for faith

sharing and reflection.

It

was an enrichkptcial

ing experience."

grams.

and an annual Spring conference.

their their

own worth and uniqueness, both in own eyes and in the eyes of others.

should be an atmosphere of openness and respect, where young adults can share their struggles, their dreams and their doubts. They need a social setting where they can interact with others who care for them and for whom they care; a place where they can actively discuss values and beliefs in light of the scriptures, Church teachings and contempoIt

rary experiences.

The environment

should be supportive and encouraging and provide the opportunity to experi-

ence the love of God

in a personal

quarterly newsletter entitled

fJlimtt/iut

upcoming events and includes

f.3

articles

of interest to this particular age group.

Young

adults

from across the dio-

cese are regularly involved in local service projects, both parish and

The group

nity based.

commu-

activities

—

together with regular diocesan events

— underscore

the contributions

made

by young adults in the Catholic community, and their invaluable role in the spiritual health

of the Church.

Adult Ministry, offering assurance that these young adults are appreciated and

Through a variety of young adult programs we seek to meet the needs of this

FAMILY LIFE

very important population."

Across the diocese fifteen young on a regular basis

Every day citizens are reminded

to

become more environmentally aware.

No "environment" seems more endangered than "home and family". The "family" of the '80's and is not a typical nuclear unit is hard to deny. The church has come to realize that included under the reality that the

now

the '90's

adult groups gather

umbrella of "family" are the elderly,

for service projects, educational pro-

single parent families,

grams, spiritual development and fellowship. Select members of these individual groups, along with clerical and

remarrieds, widowed, separated, di-

young

adults,

vorced, as well as two parent families.

"To strengthen and nurture the fam-

lay leaders make up a diocesan young adult ministry advisory board. The board meets four times a year to share program

cate

ideas and provide support for diocesan

lies is

sponsored young adult events.

One way the ministry reaches out to the communal needs of young adults is by offering workshops and retreats. For example, young adults from across the diocese recently gathered at the Jesuit House of Prayer in Hot Springs for a

says Father Joseph Mulligan, diocesan

weekend "It is

retreat.

important to take time

away to

be with our Lord for personal prayer," says Patricia Bribiesca of Charlotte, one

ily,

participated in this year's celebrati

with the arrival of Trinitarian Sister

representing 32 parishes across the

Miriam Fiduccia to Catholic Social Ser-

cese.

vices, serving the Gastonia, Albemarle,

and Charlotte

vicariates.

Her ministe-

niche centers on bringing the Char-

CSS

enrich family relationships, advo-

on behalf of family values, and

offer support to non-traditional

to

fami-

at the national level", says Fat

happening with the CSS long range p

the remaining six vicariates will be as-

in action".

signed a permanent staff person whose to advorole will be much the same

ally

cate locally for the needs of the total

ence

parish family, while encouraging par-

outreach.

ishes to

keep a family emphasis on all of

This plan reflects a quick response toward implementing one of the long range goals approved by the Board of Catholic Social Services their activities.

within this past year. effort, all

Through

of the parish family

is

this

served.

In various parts of the diocese,

Catholic Social Services' family en-

richment programs occur on a parish based level. An annual retreat for separated and divorced parishioners, as well

"The Diocesan Support Appei makes sense when people ex] this

to the DSA, pans and family life will continue to be str ger in the Diocese of Charlotte."

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFIC As Archbishop John Roach of Archdiocese of Minneapolis-St said, "We have a marvelous prod our Catholic schools; nothing else sight even comes near it. My praye that we have the energy and the visio build strength on strength so that

%

erations of children in the future

r

initiated in

have what we've had. Are Cath' schools worth the effort? Here is a \

who were widowed was the '80's and is now in its

tenth year. In

some parishes, this retreat

has resulted in parish based support groups whose leaders meet occasion-

in the affirmative."

John

director of Family Life Ministry.

throughout the year, with the retreat leaders for support and guidance.

Family Life Ministry for some years our diocese has had as its focus networking parish based family life leaders for the purpose of clarifying roles and

Ministry, marriage preparation efforts

what

this ministry is all about",

in

identifying programs with a 'family' emphasis. Today the realities of different family structures demands a new

approach to

A

this vital ministry.

giant step forward in the area of

ally

Through the Office of Family Life have been

clarified

and strengthened.

Engaged Encounter, a grass roots effort by some folks who wanted to pass the good news on that "marriage can work," came to the dioAdditionally,

cese.

Pastors

who

repeatedly express

form of marriage preparation encouraged the joint cooperative efforts of CSS, volunteer couples and Father Frank O'Rourke to institutionalize this program in our diocese. their delight with this

their

wedding vows has been met with and is further enriched

grateful hearts,

Sunday: Malachi3:l-4;Hebrews2:14-18;Luke2:22-40.

by neighboring parish groups serving as host and hostess. Ninety-two couples

"I

add

F.

my vote to his", says Bis

Donoghue of

the Diocese

Charlotte.

Catholic schools play a vital rol educating children about their fa Students in Catholic schools have opportunity to grow and mature Christian environment where is

emph

placed on strong values and Cath

traditions.

Some critics argue that the Chun time and money could be better s[ elsewhere, that educating children al the faith can be done in different w With great confidence in the fine w of religious educators everywhere, tl still exists support for the belief there is something special about a o plete Catholic education.

In the Diocese of Charlotte,

14, 24-25, 30-19:3;

Ca

schools are alive and well enrollment of the Catholic school lie

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type of hands-on care

Thanks

as individuals

Readings For The Week Of February 2 - February 8

Tuesday: 2 Samuel 18:9-10,

edge

her hands-on personal contact. In time,

Cathedral of the 25th and 50th anniversary of couples' first pronouncement of

2 JSamuel 15:13-14, 30;

direction of our family

ministry efforts place us at the cutt

Mulligan. "I see nothing but good thi

An annual celebration at St. Patrick's

Monday:

"The

t us

office into the parishes with

lotte

—

should be encouraged.

way."

the mission

family life ministry has recently emerged

rial

The Diocesan Support Appeal is the primary source of funding for Young

Ministry director, says, "The mission of

Young Adult Ministry and

A

VISIONS

helps keep young adults informed of

Pam Newton, diocesan Young Adult

of the Church are mutually empowering, as the part compliments the whole.

Wiimtrm,

7%

The Office of Young Adult Minisworkshops

try offers periodic regional

lic Young Adult Ministry Association's mission statement: "Young adults need an atmosphere where they can discover

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the Church.

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In the

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The Catholic News

uary 31,1992

Taking Risks

Keep

It

&

Peaceful...

By SISTER CECILIA TONG, ACJ "Daddy daddy !

eep pondering

it

!

in

where are you?" The voice of a

my

little girl

was truly a risk on was unmatched by us,

heart that

of 7

still

haunts me.

the part of that

it

little girl,

had seen happened this family that I was privileged to witness.The simplicity of trust and the mendous risk on their part, the loving care and the decisive response to that risk were for me the story - the portrayal of the risk between us and God because of love and trust, serves as a lesson for all e trust

and the love

blazing

the

fire,

her father

in

bomb erupting

near that village and houses on

who

Christians

the grownups.

I

fire. It

profess to be baptized in His Spirit.

was late in an evening in January, 1964. The east wind from South China made people shiver with bitter cold. The air of festivity for the Tet ( Vietnamese New Year) was mingling in the air. A crash, suddenly, was heard from afar and then the rockets filled the sky with their deadly fumes It

and fire. This little village, nestling behind a majestic mountain, seemed unconcerned about the magnitude of the bombing. But, it would not be for long. Suddenly another round of fire and a crash just behind the village church set all the houses in its boundaries on fire. I lived near a burning jse but fortunately

my

ther out of range.

was spared

as to

remember

I

its

house was not on

greatness

fire

because

it

was

situated a

little bit

the suffering in order to witness another suffering

—

the suffering and the love

— of human

spirit.

Hoa, (means flower in Vietnamese) a girl of 7, was the youngest of five children, r father was a village physician, and her mother was a nurse. They lived in simple Toundings, their whole dedication was for the good of humanity. They had great e for God and Mary.Their lives were ordinary until that great incident happened. on the second floor, the fire was blazing. Her mother was caught in the whirlwind flames and her brothers and sisters were elsewhere to celebrate the New Year. The was alone with their mother preparing a new dress for the celebration. Her father s with my family discussing what to be done to improve the Church life of the lage. When he heard the crash he rushed back to his house with my family. We all Nobody knew where her mother was. Some thought that ird her anguished cry was with her friends, and Hoa*was alone because that was often the case when would like to be home with her friends in the back yard. At the moment we could the smoke and the smouldering timbers ready to fall from the roof and the ceiling, akes of smoke kept pouring out from all sides and the agony of the child kept ling us. Suddenly we saw her at the far end of the window begging the father to e her. Her father could not rush up because he saw no chance of surviving not only him but also for her as well. The only chance he thought was to encourage her throw herself into his arms waiting below the window.

"Hoa, just throw yourself down. I am here to catch you. Please be quick !"

"Daddy, but I do not see you, the smoke is blinding me."

"Dear child,but I see you. Just throw yourself down, I am here, trust me!"

"Daddy, where are you ? Let me hear your voice before I let go I" "Take a risk, dear child. I am here. Let go, the fire is behind you !"

With the last attempt and struggle, Hoa threw herself into her father's arms when

Washington police keepan eye on pro-abortion demonstrators at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception on the eve of the national March for Life. Some demonstrators

managed

to enter the basilica

and disrupt the homily by Cardinal John O'Connor during

a pre-march prayer sevice.

Photo by

CAROL HAZARD

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great miracle of trust came alive in the child. Her mother who, although trapped by fire, was able to save self when she knew that her daughter was saved.

I witnessed that incident and was able to talk to Hoa myself. I knew that I did comprehend what it meant to take a risk but now, after many years of serving the 2tnamese people, I understand fully what is risk and who dare to risk. It was

was there

to catch

her.

The

jrage gave incentive to the

t

conditional trust in the loving

God whom we

all call

Our Father who

are in

wen.This same risk has empowered thousands of women and men to embark on high sea to escape to freedom.

When we were born, we were already taking risks; when people get married, they already taking risk. They do not know what future is in store for them. Priests and iters when they commit to a life of priesthood and religious vows, they are already .ing risks. In fact, human lives are full of risks. The question is how each one of deals with it. We have to take risks as part and parcel of life but how we deal with

!

Lieu Minh Chi Vi Niem Tin Bodj Bo\ bo (lau roi ? tilng la that thanh cua be" gaj bay tuoTffa arh ahh toi tdi bay gi6. Su kien fla xay lip Tet Vietnam 964 ma t6i gi6 toi van con nh6 nam long. Thifc raUd la sif lieu Jinh qu^ldn cua mot be. Long TIN Yfeu_cda emcloi vdi ngiioi cha fla chiliig minh rang khong ngi!6i nab trong chuhg ta !h£ sanh bang.Toi 3a chung kien Ida chay rue trdi do qua bom r6i xuofig canh lang va"fla cham ngoi bao nhieu nha chung quanh rdc chay. Chuy£n nay 3a xay ra cho giaflihh nay ma Chua fla cho toi Alloc Ing ki£h. Su tin t ddhgjfldn sd va sd lieu linh qui sdc cua hai cha cop, cung nhu' tihh thildng va sif flap' quyet liet cua ngddi cha la mot fle tii chilrig minh su lieimiang song giua Chua va Ta vftin yeu. Cau /en nay _chung minh cho moi hgiiol Tin Hu*u fla'flifoc rda toi do thanh Linh Ngai. ^ a Mot buoi toi trdi^vao^Gieng nam 1964, cai lanh cdng buot cua mien tay Trung Hoa tran vabjahg "3a moi ngu6i run lap^c^p^lan cai khong khi'nhon nhin mung Tet tao thanh mgt bau khi'linh 3ong khac ong.Thinh linh, mot qua bom noi^an tung trdf va noi lien nhdng tiehg sungTtai bac vay bau troi bang^ thuoc va_lua hfihg.^Mot lang nho be nam gon Ion trongthung lung sifng sung bao che bd1 vanh nui ?hong_hinh nhd khong hav biet gi ca! Nhdng, cai an hiiong"3o khong fldoc lau vi nhdng tieng 'flai bac no rln va bong nhien mot tieng nokhac vang tr6i,rungjlat ngay sau Giao-Bifongci&t chay bao nh^ hung quanh. TToi song gdn ngoi nha cha^, nhilng may man vi nha cua toi fla tranh xa Ian flan va vi the 3udc tha chet fle chung kien cii chet cua nhdng ngddi khac va roi fldQC in"flSm trong tiem thifc toi gi "la'linh thie"ng va cao ca "flau khpviuinh yeu cua nhan loai. ^ Hoa,J7 tuoi. Co la ift trong giattinh nam anh chj em. Cha cfj la"mot Luong Y cua lang va ma la^ t Y Ta cuftg phuc vu vdi'ong. Ho song each rat 'fldn sd va tain thd6hg nhu bao ngiifji khdc cho t6'i khi n c6'quan trong tren x<$y ra. ca cuoc song cua ho ho fla dahh fle^phuc vu gia (linh nhan loai. Ho ton Chua va yeu men Me Ngai vdi hit IdhgrDSi song cua ho curie rat"3(5n thuah nhif bao gia cfinh khac^ h lau hai, lua flang nhem nhum.Me co la mot trong nhung moi liia, cac anh chj co flang tham banbe thiic mitng Xu&n.Mot minh be' Hoa o'nha^vfti'me'aVrnay xong^ao md'i cho dip let. Cha cq flang cung jia"dinh t6i, bah luan lam each naqfle^o vo long song aao cua Giao XuV Khi ong nglre tieng no kinh Lng fld, ong cuhj» v6ij>ia'flinh toi, voi va chay ve^ Chung toi nghe tiehg keu la nhifxe^rugt cuab£ Hoa. ong aijjie^me co dflau. May baJahg gieng nghi rang me co flang 6"v6i ban be lang ben va chi co minh nhaml thfii, vj thufing thiidng la the, be Hoa thi6h ch&i v&'i banbe t^i vii&h sau. Ngay lucTld'mcn 6; nhin thay nhung luong khoi flen ngom va mju' cung nhii trah nha "flang bj lua bat moi. Quan queo ng conrah kh6i lua cuph cuon tu6n ra tuphia' va tieng k§u xe* gan cia^be'Hoa vong laj. Thinh linh chung nhin thay Hoa"flangjceu kho6 6 motcda so, la hoang goi cha. Cha c6 chayjigay. toi'flo ong khong thay each nab fle co the cuu coning riia chirfh ong khong bi thieu roi. Chi*con each la ong khuyeh khich loa nhay xuong^e*ong 3{ima thbi. ^ j, ^ " Hoa con, hay lieu nhay xu6ng"fle bo am con.hay mau mau J "B6'di, nhung con^ong nhin thay bo', kh6i lam cay mu mat con raj!" ^ "Con 6i, nhdng bo nhin thay^ con. Hay gieo miijh xu,6ng ta"flay hay tin 6 ta." ^ "BJo'di, b6'fl5u, hay noi^fli decon nghe thay tieng bo tru6c khi con gieo^minh xuong."

"Bo flay lieu fli con, hay buong minh xuong "fli.kia lua flang ch6m phia sau!"

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ni

i

,

,

!

it is another dimension. Taking risks can help us to grow in trust and love but it also can destroy us or leave us maimed for life. We could become embittered men and

women whose spirits are already dead although still living physically.

Why we take risks as we do also opens another world of vision to us. I remember when I was just learning how to swim, I was so scared of the water and the deep. But once I decided to let go of my fear, then desired to have lessons. I still remember vividly the moment the instructor told me to float and she stood with her hands beneath my back. I was so fearful but then must let it go. tried to relax and surprisingly I found myself floating. My conclusion was when I let go of my fear and I

I

I

became relaxed then I could swim. Now when I think about the excitement and the relaxation, the wonder of knowing how to swim it makes me so happy. When I have opportunity I love to swim and to float, I look at the beautiful,blue sky and tell God, "You are my Father. I am in your arms as Hoa had been in her father's. Thank you by you!"

Vietnamese which says: "God leads me as the breeze leads the cloud, as starlight leads the pilgrim, your love oh God to me as a mother to her child!" Another word by Isaiah which I know by heart "I grasp you by the hand, you are mine!" In another writing which I have read, it says it is a risk to love,pain to grow and a leap to celebrate. I think it is really true, victory can be achieved only at great pain and risk. 1992 or Tet will undoubtedly give us many opportunities to take risks. But our loving God has said: "Do not be afraid, I will be with you into for that great experience of being loved I

the

love a particular

New

hymn

in

Year!"

With this note I would like to conclude with a short story taking from Anthony de Mello One Minute Wisdom, "When it became clear that the Master was going to die, the disciples were depressed. Said the Master smilingly, "Don't you see that death gives loveliness to life?" "No, we'd much rather you never died." "Whatever is truly alive must die. Look at the flowers; only plastic flowers never die."

Dear God, lead us all into this New Year with trust and love.

Sister Cecilia Tong of the Handmaids of the Sacred Heart of Jesus is director of the Vietnamese Apostolate of the Diocese of Charlotte.

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Khi cac"3o la? biet ro rang Su Phu_cua minh sap chet, hq rat tmon nan. Sd Phu mim" ngqan "trang 101 " chuhg con khong_bietsao, cai chet lam choHoi song them my^mieuhdn V' Thu^Su' JPhu cu6i bao ho khong, chung* con flict mupn Thay khong bao gid" chet'c^." " Nhung su gfthat su song can phaichetT".

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ua."

LAY CHUA, XIN HAY DAN CHUNG CON Bl)6c VAO NAM MOI VO'l LONG TIN YEU

!

January 31

Why They

Give To The Diocesan Support Appeal the altar each Sunday,

By VICTOR HAUGEN Member of St. James Church, Concord

My

wife, Joyce, and

Maryfield Nursing

I

I

Then, as

will

VICTOR HAUGEN

this.

Being self-employed, I feel grateful my business has done well and, as we do better, I like to give more. My DSA contribution has increased over the years as my business has improved.

As Christians, I feel that we have a responsibility to share our gifts with others, especially those less fortunate

in

loving homes, and

fulfill

many

a

way

to get

more money

list of things that the DSA does. Almost none of them overlaps what we as a

when

the

money

is

much to us that contributing to the DSA is one way in which we can support the efforts of

our parish.

We

give back in

God has not let us down, and we have made a vow to give back to God as best as we can. gratitude.

Mooresville

things that

is

why

me

I

give to the

DSA

started giving at

habit of sharing

all.

I

my good

member, there was one person in my life

My charitable contri-

until

I

I

thought,

was asked to share my reasons for

giving to the

Many

DSA.

valuable services rendered

by our diocese are made possible by the

DSA. The DSA funds

social services,

which help women with unwanted preg-

Ministries (From Page

From

the youngest age

I

can

re-

who always gave to nearly every worthy She gave not just money, but also her time, and her caring and her guidance.

As a youngster in High Point, I remember many days we spent together cleaning Immaculate Heart of Mary cause that asked.

Church, taking care of the church garden so that we would have flowers on

16)

1989 was 4,403, and jumped to 4,873 at the opening of the 1991 school year.

This increase will likely swell again

from the school communities.

The Diocese of Charlotte Catholic Schools are accredited by the state of North Carolina and the teachers in the schools are certified by the state Depart-

992 school year as the addition 100 seats are added through 1 the regionalization of the Mecklenburg Area Catholic Schools. More than 500 of these additional spaces are due to the

parents in providing for their children

construction of a new elementary school

now and

South Charlotte.

At present there are 15 Catholic Schools in the diocese. The total num-

diocese responds, "First and foremost,

in the

1

of almost

,

in

ber of full-time administrators and teachers in these schools equals 273, repre-

senting 222 lay

women, 28

lay

men, 22

and one priest. Additionally there are 62 part-time teachers in the fifteen schools, representing 50 lay women, seven lay men and five sisters. sisters

The overall administration of Catholic

schools across the diocese operates

from the Catholic Schools Office in Charlotte, and that office is funded by the annual Diocesan Support Appeal.

The Office of Catholic Schools works closely with the staff and consultative bodies of each school and the diocesan board of education, which is made up of religious and lay leaders

JANE EDWARDS

ment of Public

rewarding to know that I am suppor ministries and social programs that helping people in need throughout Diocese of Charlotte. There is an ad

to her

on her birthday?

contributions for capital campaigns, and

analyze them. They just seem like the

When asked 'What can the Catholic schools in the Diocese of Charlotte offer for the future?', Dr Michael Skube, superintendent of schools for the

our schools must provide an environment that is an extension of values stressed in family life. It is the mission of our schools to work with parents to reinforce in school what parents teach at

home."

The goal of Catholic schools

knowing that I am he

my parish toward achieving its gc

My

giving then

is

rooted in

boards.

too,

There was one thing about her that stood out above all others however. It was her Catholic faith. She loved it.

She shared it with others. She shared everything she had with others because of her faith in God.

I

One of

and friends was teaching them how to share through giving to others. With her, giving was her way of life and she expected no less of us. She taught us by her example and her expectations that we were to follow in her footsteps. She taught us that there is no better way to show our love for God than by sharing what we have with others who may need our help. season, but there

was no sadness,

my

grandmother, left quite a legacy both in this world and the hereafter. Until her death I could never have shared with you her influence on my life, for many of these gifts she gave to others were personal and private matters to be shared only between herself and God. She taught

me by example

truly valuable

By

that giving is a

way of life.

DEACON ANDY CILONE

Everyone likes to receive. It's easy to receive, and I have to be honest and say that I am no different than anyone else. I must admit that I have received

A Catholic education offers the ful-

time; from family, friends, and even at

fillment of the aims that parents have for

work where I hold a managerial position

my

share of gifts in

my

I rec

Cardiac Support

Group Formed At Mercy South CHARLOTTE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Caring Heart; support group for spouses, families

an awareness

I

'

a

tients, is starting tal

South

Feb. 5 at

Mercy Hos

in Pineville.

Participants will be divided

ii

two groups, meeting Wednesays fr<i noon to 1:30 p.m. or from 7:30 p.m

t\;

p.m.

Cost for the seven-week progran $ 10, and includes the book Heartmat Survival Guide for Cardiac Spot

A

Mercy Sister Therese Galligan ÂŁ counselor Chrissy Smith will lead group.

Spouses and families are often

i

prepared for the suddenness of a he attack or heart surgery, says Sis Therese. Life becomes a series of i

and downs, uncertainty, fear and a Spouses tend to

feel out of conti

helpless, anxious,

overwhelmed,

hausted and alone

says Sister The:

,

i

Cardiac spouses are not aware that th too, are in recovery, she says. Given tools to cope, they can open new

enues for communication, intima celebration and growth.

have as well; that the greatest gifts I have received in life have come from God. My is

'

significant others of heart attack

i,

life-

in industry.

There

have given,

I

stant change.

Forest City

in the

more than

when

again.

My inspiration died this past Christmas

may receive, just as I have receiv*

find that

her greatest gifts to family

Immaculate Conception Church

academic excellence achieved, responsibility and self discipline learned, and spiritual and moral guidance given.

ing

desire to help those in need, so that th<

Diocese of Charlotte is to graduate students who, as adults, will understand the beliefs of the Catholic Church and will understand and put in practice what is morally and ethically correct.

their children:

tional incentive

planning for the future on advisory

only joy. After 93 years this lady,

Instruction.

work of the dioces

which I am indebted for my spir growth as a permanent deacon,

was some-

one.

butions are like that, or so

participate in the

fortune with it

m

I

Contributing to the Diocesan Si Appeal gives me the opportunit

port

This lady, constantly was on the go, taking cakes to bake sales, soliciting

we do things from some inner motivation and we never take time to right thing to do.

i

duty and obligation to share, so willingly, and with charity.

but

What prompted the

my good fortui

with others, especially those less for nate. Most of all, I realize as well,

we

why

to a question, of

others wasn't something,

Often

fervent desire to share

munity to accomplish successfully.

These endeavors are truly worthwhile.

This

Diocese of Charlotte.

I am grateful and appi my blessings, and I hav

in the

ciative of all

could not do as a single unit, things we have to join together into a bigger com-

that led

By JANE EDWARDS Member of St. Therese Church,

They include

of five children, a

Naturally,

cese from our struggling parish

parish do.

gift

lege of being ordained as a perman<

deacon

into the dio-

leaves

it

I

feel

of faith, the

supporting wife and, above all, the pri

used to think that the DSA was just

used effectively.

We also feel that our parish gives so

hands

I

DEACON ANDY CILONE

gift

other

in

when we were already having trouble meeting our own bills. Then I took a look at the

financial contribution than

people were

our communities. Through the DSA, our college campuses are staffed with campus ministers to help our young men and women as they often wrestle with their Catholic faith.

needs

I

could do as one person, therefore,

I

nancies, help place babies for adoption

than us.

The DSA agencies do so much more

to college,

teenager,

Later, I realized that the bishops of our diocese knew her, the presidents of our Catholic schools knew her, and priests in some of our mission churches knew her. Why did all these people know this lady, a person who would suggest giving to charity instead of gifts

always

that

know

became a

had built in low-income neighborhoods, people were working and eating because of contacts she had made.

As always, God heard and I

didn't

I

living in comfortable houses that she

remember how faithful God has been to us. I made a vow to always remember

my

visiting with

three healthy children.

answered our prayers, and

confident that

Home

realized that this lady was sending people

During my wife's pregnancy with our youngest child, there were complications. We prayed wholeheartedly to God to bring our child into the world

my

ba-

have been married for seven years and have

our blessings for granted.

with

at

patients.

Although we feel very blessed, we do not take

healthy.

working

zaars and festivals, spending hours at

To Rehab

register, call at

Mercy Card

(704) 366-3914.

h &

The Catholic News d H

.

locesan Support Appeal Parish Targets Andrew

St.

Mars

the Apostle Church,

Hill

Goal: $3,657 St.

Barnabas Church,

St.

Michael Church

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church,

Gastonia Goal: $37,206

Goal: $4,770

GREENSBORO VICARIATE

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church,

Hayesville

Arden

Cherokee

Goal: $27,825 St.

Eugene Church

Christ the King Church,

Goal: $2,067

High Point Goal: $5,883

Our Lady of

Holy Infant Church,

Highlands Goal: $5,565

Asheville

Goal: $23,532

Mountains Church,

the

Reidsville St.

Joan of Arc Church,

Goal: $6,360

Prince of Peace Church,

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, High Point Goal: $37,206

Goal: $795

Asheville

Robbinsville

Goal: $14,469 St. John Church, Tryon

Our Lady of Grace Church, Greensboro Goal: $51,993

Jude Church,

Sapphire Valley

Our Lady of

Goal: $3,498

Highways Church,

the

Thomasville Goal: $5,565

Lawrence Church,

St.

Margaret Mary Church,

St. John Church, Waynesville Goal: $9,063

Joseph Church,

Bryson City Goal: $1,908

St. Benedict Church, Greensboro Goal: $9,222

Goal: $19,716

Goal: $11,766

St.

Asheville

St.

Francis of Assisi Church,

Franklin

Goal: $11,766 St.

St.

St.

Swannanoa

Margaret Church,

Maggie Valley

Goal: $8,586

St.

Joseph Church,

Goal: $4,452

Asheboro uoal: >H,oU7

Church of the Epiphany, Blowing Rock uoai: q>/ys

St.

oi.

Joseph of the Hills Church,

Mary

i^nurcn.

Sylva Goal: $6,996

Eden uoal:

oi.

!(>o,3»o

wiiiiam \_nurcn,

Murphy St.

St. Mary Church, Greensboro Goal: $14,628

Bernadette Church,

Linville

uoal: $5,406 St.

Elizabeth Church,

St.

Boone

Frances of

Rome

Church,

Sparta

Goal: $2,544 St.

WIMQTHM QAT ClV/t WlINo Ur>-oAL£,M 1

Paul the Apostle Church,

Francis of Assisi Church,

\/ir A DI A TC V1L.AK1A1L,

Good Shepherd Church, King

Greensboro Goal: $56,922

Goal: $16,536 St.

Goal: $5,565

Goal: $2,544

Holy Angels Church,

St. Pius Tenth Church, Greensboro Goal: $45,156

Mt. Airy Goal: $5,724

HICKORY VICARIATE

Holy Cross Church, Kernersville

Jefferson

Goal: $25,599

Holy Trinity Church,

Goal: $1,908

Taylorsville St.

John Baptist de

la Salle

Church,

North Wilkesboro Goal: $6,360

Holy Family Church,

Goal: $2,226

Clemmons

»

Our Lady of

the

Angels Church,

Goal: $43,089

Marion St.

Lucien Church

Spruce Pine Goal: $3,657 St.

Stephen Church,

Our Lady of Fatima Church,

Goal: $3,816 St.

Winston-Salem Goal: $17,649

Aloysius Church,

Hickory Goal: $30,846

Elkin

Goal: $2,862

St.

Charles Borromeo Church,

Our Lady of Mercy Church Winston-Salem Goal: $33,072

Morganton

GASTONIA VICARIATE Christ the

King Church

Kings Mountain uoal: $2,862

Our Lady of

Goal: $11,766 St.

Francis of Assisi Church,

the Rosary Church,

Lexington Goal: $10,017

Lenoir' oi.

uoal: $9,222

oeneaici

me

ivioor

^nurcn,

Winston-Salem

Holy Spirit Church, Denver

Newton

Goal: $9,858

Goal: $1 1,766

St.

Immaculate Conception Church,

St.

Forest City

Statesville

Goal: $6,042

Goal: $18,762

Queen of Belmont

St.

the Apostles Church,

Goal: $18,762 St.

Dorothy Church,

Lincolnton Goal: $9,063 St.

Helen Church,

Spencer Mountain Goal: $1,113

Goal: $6,042

Joseph Church,

Philip the Apostle

ot.

Church,

Therese Church,

Mooresville Goal: $20,352

SMOKY MOUNTAIN VICARIATE Holy Redeemer Church, Andrews Goal: $2,067

Immaculate Conception Church, St.

Mary Church,

Shelby Goal: $8,268

Canton Goal: $1,590

Leo

L.nurcn,

Winston-Salem Goal: $59,625

DSA TARGET:

$1,590,000

Catholic

News

&

Herald

January 31,

Lay Ministry Training Valuable Paul Tiche, a parishio-

Church

gram began.

in

Greensboro,

beyond the He brings it into

church.

the workplace, helping

whenever he sees a need.

But lay ministry does more than encompass good works in the Church.

It reaches into the community. "Whether people work in a church setting or not, others

still

play a role in lay ministry in the

we are all called to serve God,

regardless of the nature of their employ-

ment or daily responsibility," says Mercy Sister Mary Timothy Warren, diocesan director of Lay Ministry.

A Lay Ministry training program was developed for the Dicoese of Charlotte as a result of the 1 986-87 Diocesan Synod. Planning for the program began in 1988, and Sr. Mary Timothy spent countless hours working with education professionals to develop a program that would fit the needs of the diocese.

A two-year training program was launched in September, 1990 with sessions being offered in Hickory, Maggie Valley and Greensboro. A deliberate effort was made to make the program

many as possible

available to as

in rural

areas.

Courses are offered in Ministry, Scripture, Christology, Church/Church History, Liturgy and Sacraments, Documents of Vatican II, Prayer, Social Ministry and Christian Morality.

"The program gives people an opportunity to update their faith, values and insights," says Bob Prier, a member of St. Margaret Church in Maggie Val-

Funds

(From Page

3)

wages, as well as good benefits for all employees," he says.

DSA budgets provide for the staffing and programs of each diocesan ministry. Yet each agency operates with a shoestring budget. Resources often depend upon the creativity of department heads and outside financial support in

DSA.

then are instructed to prepare operating

budgets based on this amount. The goal of each ministry is to uphold a certain level of services, regardless of the amount of money budgeted, which may necessi-

The min-

volunteer help.

have been instructed to share resources among themselves such as personnel and materials whenever posistries

sible.

target for

its

assigned a fair-share

is

DSA

goal,

and

is

respon-

This is accomplished with the assistance and direction of the diocesan Development sible for raising those funds.

Office.

The

cost of the

DSA campaign

is

4

percent of the total goal. Other dioceses

spend as

much as

12 percent of the total

dollars conducting campaigns. Says

Msgr. McSweeney, "To continually address the raising of funds year after year demands creativity and accountability.

The competence of our devel-

opment

staff

and

their

especially as

in entering the

program,

if it is

Permanent Diaconate

The lay become a

activated again.

ministry training program has

prerequisite for trainees for the diocesan

and five program pursuing the program.

Spiritual Directors program,

participants of the lay ministry are interested in

In addition, the diocesan Office of Reli-

gious Education has allowed participants to earn credits toward their certificate renewal through this program.

Cynthia Cook, a part time director at St. John Neumann Church in Charlotte and a student in the lay ministry program, says the training program has given her "personal confidence" and increased her abilities as a religious educator.

"People seem to respond positively when they see a lay person knowledgeable about Church teachings," says Cook. "The program of adult education

me in my personal faith journey. It has helped me grow spiritually, and has encouraged me to want to conalso helps

Some

participants seek to

more involved

Others take the courses for personal growth.

For Tiche, the lay ministry training program has been personally and professionally enriching. "The ministry goes beyond the church grounds," says Tiche, who is involved in a number of parish

which

is

ongoing

efforts

contribute to the success of our

cam-

paign each year."

The DSA does not support the administration of the diocese, such as the Bishop's Office, Chancery, Tribunal or Development Office. These are funded

interact with students in the diocesan

Classes also are being held in

Photo by

committees.

carried out in our

work

needed help

women

as well as our

paid by the

in

providing

men

with the requisite backgrou

to share in pastoral responsibilitie

A certificate of completion will be

says Father Solari.

Year one of the program

presented at the conclusion of the sec-

ond

WOODY SMIl

Ministry Training program for

"Ministry takes place in

the marketplace every day, and can be

become

in their parishes.

ministrative fund

Mercy Sister Mary Timothy Warren, direcl Lay Ministry Training Program in Greensbc Hickory and Maggie Valley.

Father Kenneth Whittington, instructor, and

Church."

tinue learning even more."

year. In keeping with the diocesan

focus on evangelization,

will

offered again in the Fall of 1992,

hoped

the possibility of different sites be|

min-

ing pad to help participants seek further

more people can more effectively, in its infancy stages, the program wilJ expanded as needs are examined and

involvement

possibilities are explored.

participants will be

it

is

empowered

ister more effectively in all areas

lives.

The program serves in the

to

available so that

of their

trained to serve

as a launch-

j

Church.

Father James K. Solari, pastor of St. Eugene in Asheville says that the program has been a boon to the parish. "St. Eugene now looks to the diocesan Lay

This program, like

made possible by

many

other

the Diocesan Supp

Appeal.

parishes.

As

the Catholic population in the

diocese grows, needs increase propor-

Because budgets are capped, agency heads are challenged to meet the growing demands while operating with limited finances. There is only so much that can be done. Therefore, it is critical that all of those involved be careful

1992- 1993

DSA BUDGET

tionately.

stewards with the resources they have.

Each ministry receives an amount of money based on projections and anticipated funding.

Department heads

Each parish

â&#x20AC;&#x201D;

through investments and a diocesan ad-

We have also maintained a commitment

tate additional

provides a tremendous

Church

people become such valid examples of Christianity in the marketplace. I think it's very exciting!"

To date, 102 people participate in the program, 21 of whom are interested

to just

addition to the

"It

benefit to the

Life

an instructor for four

of the training sessions since the pro-

training

sense that

who has been

ner at Our Lady of Grace carries his lay ministry

they

ley,

Areas Of

In All

IS)

Social Services Ministries

CRISM

$22,960.(X

Family Life Ministry

$13,585.(X

Social Services/Administration

$116,293.0(

Social Services/Asheville Office

$84,669.(X

to develop the faith of her people, to care

Social Services/Charlotte Office

$159,728.0(

and to teach about Christ.

All of this is bolstered through the Diocesan Support Appeal.

Social Services/Winston-Salem Office

$110,787.0(

The

responsibility of the

Church

is

for the poor,

CCHS's Wittman

Is

Leading Scorer CHARLOTTE â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Chuck Wittman, High School, was named the leading basketball scorer in Mecklenburg County in a chart published Jan. 15 by The Charlotte Observer. Wittman was averaging 27.7 points per game. With 1 1 rebounds per game, he was ranked fifth in the county for rebounds.

The Charlotte Catholic girls' team ranked third by the paper's'sportswriters in "The Fabulous

was

5," the top five teams in

Mecklenburg

County. The boys team was not ranked.

The girls' team was also ranked in The Charlotte Observer' s "Sweet 16," taking the 14th spot in the top 16 teams in Charlotte and the surrounding area.

The girls' team won last week over North Stanley, Forest Hills and Country Day, putting their record at 12-1. The boys (9-4) defeated Forest Hills but lost to North Stanley and Country Day.

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Educational Ministries

Campus

Ministry

$191,151.(X

Catholic Schools Office

$145,186.0(

Evangelization Ministry

$21,878.0(

Justice

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and Peace Ministry

Lay Ministry Office of Worship Religious Education Office

Young Adult

Ministry

Youth Ministry

$28,553 $26,654 it

$4,285.(X

$174,420,0(

$16,929 $61,033

Special Ministries

Diocesan Pastoral Council Media Center Permanent Diaconate

$2,612.(X

$103,996.01 $4,475.01

Multicultural Ministries

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African-American Ministry Hispanic/Migrant Evangelization Hispanic/Migrant Outreach Vietnamese Ministry

$15,300. $127,645.01 $51,022.01,

$42,833

Diocesan Support Appeal

DSA

Campaign Expenses

1992

DSA GOAL

$64,006J $1,590,000.0 if 11