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Number 22 • February

1993

March 28

Diocese of Charlotte

Media Center Faith Formation is ongoing conversion evolves into major

Bishop Donoghue says faith calls all to

Deacon comforts dying woman, talks about the

stewardship. Pg. 11

Permanent Diaconate. Pg. 3 process. Pg. 2

production. Pg. 7

atholic

News

February

Herald

Needs Grow

Financial

Catholic Social Services Help Families In Crisis

As Services Increase By JOANN

KEANE

Associate Editor

Catholicism one of the fastest growing denominations in North Carolina. is

vided by the different ministries," says Msgr. McSweeney. The true benefactors, however, are the smaller parishes unable to budget staff of their own.

"Not all parishes use the

CAROL HAZARD

all

Audrey had

parishes,"

my mind

tha

hadn't done something, she woi

have died," said Norma,

who recoun

everything going

the family's struggle with Audrey's

for her. The beau-

diction and the solace and solution

tiful

McSweeney.

had no doubt

Associate Editor

services, but all

services are available to

5, 199!

college stu-

found through Catholic Social

tl|

Serv:

dent was presi-

(CSS).

many ministries of the dio-

dent of her dor-

statistics indicate

cese are strictly funded through the Di-

Supported by the Diocesan Supp Appeal, CSS offers counseling servi

that the Catholic

ocesan Support Appeal.

mitory in her freshman year and she'd made

By the year 2000,

says Msgr.

"All the

We do not use

become

those funds

among

many

the

social services

The Charlotte

religious affiliations in both dioceses in

other pur-

the state.

poses,"

That was before she dipped into

points out

cocaine, however, Within a couple of

works about 500 households a year; 65 perc are Catholic, 35 percent non-Catho Realizing that "something was ribly wrong," Norma went to Trinifc

months, "the white powder ate her alive," recalls her mother, Norma. (Pseudonyms have been used to protect their identity.)

Sister Eileen McLoughlin at C Within a couple of days, an "interv tion" was carefully planned and

Audrey became moody and withdrawn. She'd cut classes, and stay in bed

ecuted.

faith will

one of the

any

for

largest

In the past five years alone, Catho-

have boosted the enrollment on

Msgr.

parish ledgers as 17,078 Catholics have

McSweeney.

lics

The

joined the legion of diocesan faithful.

DSA

provides adequate fi-

the population of the diocese

increases, so

do the services required

who

migrate to Western North Carolina each year. Many a "new Carolinian" brings reach the thousands

the chancellor's list.

all

vides.

office

An intervention involves fan

members who confront the addicted

son about his or her behavior.

day.

Audrey thou

nancial support for so-

she was meeting

children to educate in the faith, retirees

cial service,

her father to disc

CRISM, challenges for

educa-

finances.

Catholic Social Services, and those hun-

tional,

to reach

through

But when saw her mother as\ as her father, herb

multicultural and special ministries,

gry for the Word. Multicultural populations

make up

"We

a large percentage of the influx.

while providing a level of just wages and benefits for diocesan employees.

McSweeney

ers

and

sisters

stranger, she kr

calls salaries a key ingredient in the

what they wanted

panic population in the

diocese's commit-

very concerned

past four years," says

ment

wages employees

you," said the outsi

under the guidance of the National Bish-

you please sit di and let us talk to y<

ops' pastoral on the

bit."

have experienced a 400 percent increase in our identified His-

Msgr.

John

"We want to do we can to make sure that

McS weeney, vicar genand chancellor. "They are a very vi-

monies given by parishioners for ministries are

brant part of our local

for

the best

eral

church. church,

Msgr.

a diocesan

"Your

for just

all

has

caused an increase in diocesan expenses. Funding for the Diocesan Support Appeal has risen 55 percent in the last half decade. In 1988, the DSA goal was $1.13 million. Five years later, $1.75 million annually is necessary to meet the needs of a growing, diverse popula-

economy.

"I'm so

Ministry bud-

tion.

"A major change

a focus to re-

gionalize the different ministries; to have

professional staff available throughout the diocese," says Msgr.

McSweeney.

"We

tation

determined for

services are equal.

"All

printed on recycled

newsprint and recyclable.

a treatment center.

stayed 42 days, to live in a

until

could pull her

lift

gether.

She never retui But toi

to college.

six years later, Au<

knows who she is, knows what her a and she kn what she can and

ties are

Above:

not do.

Catholic Social Services (CSS),

DSA

contributions, provides

In a special relationship with

counseling and social work services to more

Audrey

than 6,000 parishioners each year. Through

knees. Today, she

offices in Asheville, Charlotte and Winston-

starts

and ends each day is

(

married and

says

Salem, professional counselors, such as

good job. Both she and her family

Msgr. McSweeney. Approximately 48 percent of the people in our diocese contribute to the Diocesan Support Ap-

Richard Malnati of Charlotte, offer

grateful, especially to Sister Eileen

counseling to individuals in need.

CSS.

nual contribution to the

DSA,"

"Our goal

Photo by

the opportunity to those

By JOANN

Dan

work

misconceptions about the homelis Leach's stereotypical image was qui dispelled. "Working with them ij tally different than

Along

what

expectei

the way, his faith

strengthened.

"We are

working

others learn and find out about

homeless shelter

through our presence," says Leach, admits the experience deepened his

can be a

faith.

vice

bit

whelming

over-

for an

The homeless experience,

a J

8-year-old high school senior.

Nonetheless, Leach accompanied

ioners for ministries are actually spent in the ministry."

Leach

admits his apprehension was unfounded. After all, the thought of ser-

very closely."

do the best we can to monies given by parish-

KEANE

Associate Editor

and keeping the costs of the support appeal low," says Msgr. McSweeney. "There's an assigned amount for operating, and we watch that

sure that

Meeting Jesus In Peopll Is Faith Formation Corel'

tures

make

See CSS/page

who choose not

to contribute."

"We want

WOODY SMITH

are for

to continue to present

fined approach to controlling expendi-

This newspaper

way house

funded by

"The cost for operating the DSA campaign is approximately 4 percent of the overall campaign goal, a figure that we are proud of," says Msgr. McSweeney This amount ranks low compared with other dioceses which have expenses running as high as 10 percent. "Through our Development Office, we have a very precise and re-

all

v%fc \

went

of all funds over and above the goal are returned to the parish."

needs."

parishes have access to services pro-

.„

%m »

a parish has been reached, 100 percent

peal.

mission,

and tearful meet Audrey agreed to %

all

"We rely on the generosity of the people of the diocese through their an-

wom

After an emotii

"Once the amount assigned to

have made a concerted effort to have trained people throughout the diocese who readily respond to parish

And no matter the size of a parish or

fused young

Through consul 1 with a committee of pastors, an

parishes.

relievt

blurted out the

a financial objective.

equitable formula

Sister Eileen. "\

actually spent in we have to regets are drawn in the ministry." spond to their spiritual strict alignment with and cultural needs." diocesan needs. With population "The DSA funds the growth comes an inbasic needs of a mincrease in the need for the different ministry, such as staffing and facilities," istries that are available to the people of says Msgr. McSweeney. "Department the diocese. heads are constantly reviewing their budThrough meticulous planning, the gets and expenses. We insist that all Diocese of Charlotte has plotted a spedirectors be accountable for keeping cific and decisive course for the rapidly expenditures within their budget." changing diocese. To fund services, each parish is While this rapid growth surge has assigned a DSA goal, the equivalent of not hampered diocesan services,

famil

youth group from St. Barnabas in Arden to the shelter in Asheville. "I had

with work involving unwed mo and community organizations ir|

his

See Faith Formation/page

binary 5, 1993

The Catholic News

CAROL HAZARD Associate Editor

college

student

from

rescued

Despite the recession, last year's goal was surpassed by more than $200,000, all of which was refunded to parishes that exceeded their goals.

a cocaine

A dea-

"Parishioners

the ministries

who are uncertain turns doubt into convic-

that help others," says Father Dziordz.

con comforts a dying person. A teacher brings her love of Jesus Christ to people

God and

In this case, the

changing events were ide possible by the Diocesan Support >peal (DSA). Indeed, "your gift changes lives." e slogan is the theme of this year's >A, which is Feb. 7 through March

These

know

and agencies funded by the DSA serve people," says Marian Father Walter Dziordz, pastor of Our Lady of Grace Church in Greensboro. Our Lady of Grace was one of more than 60 parishes that exceeded its goal last year. "No one minds giving to ministries

addiction.

out

Changes Lives

four Gift By

life

DSA

the "pastoral

arm" of the diocese, he

says.

"Parishes and pastors are called upon

themselves in such a variety of ministries from social services to education and a whole gamut of things to involve

between that it would be impossible do this by themselves," says Msgr. Richard Allen, pastor of St. Ann Church in

The

stories of the student,

deacon

teacher are told in this and other

"The

icles

services and min-

edition

"Parishes and pastors are called

The

upon

itholic ws & r

licatedto

DSA.

to involve themselves in such a variety of ministries from social services to education and a whole gamut of things in between that it would be impossible to do this by

the right

themselves." Msgr. Richard Allen

arm of the parishes

The

helps

ports are

North Carolina. If each of our parishes looked at how the agencies affect so many of our programs, they would see how important it is to get behind the financing. This is not just another collection that goes to the needy in a distant

"Once people understand the need, y are very generous," says Bishop n F. Donoghue. "That is why I'm ased each year to communicate the lortant message of the DSA." Year after year, the people respond, Bishop Donoghue. "I am very gratefor their generosity. Without their

:>,

couldn't do

that

all

do."

The average gift per household in 1992 was $126, up from $122 in the previous year. Nearly half of

all

the

households in the diocese made contributions.

"We hope to go over the 50 percent

not just with their treasure, but also with

in."

their time

mark

year and continue to build on

this

that," says Kelley.

make commitments to stewardship as a way of life "As people continue

and talents, they

will continue

mission of Morganton.

Dopulation in the diocese, says Jim

which alone serves more than 6,000

director of development. The more people, the more the needs the more the opportunity to change s, says Kelley. "With the DSA, we

people a year. As a result of the funding, CSS has opened offices in Charlotte,

says

ley,

not just trying to raise

money

but

Asheville and Winston-Salem.

See Your Gift/page 10

enough support to our help them change lives."

end of

Remember His Will In Yours.

her

life stirred

says, with His witness of her

the deacon from

Our

the Angels, the Marion, N.C. St.

"It

Charles Borromeo in made such an impact on

as a deacon.

life

will

simple act of gratitude. But that simplicity evokes emotion for Deacon

Donoghue

"/ leave to the

going on 10 years. He is one of 48 men ordained to the permanent diaconate; proclaiming by their very lives the Church's call to serve the needs of oth-

works in prison ministry. In western North Carolina, Deacon Gallen has been routine" in the mountain region prisons.

Masses are conducted behind the prison walls, along with instruction for those

seeking

faith.

all

deacons, Deacon Gallen

Church

serves not as a stopgap for a shortage of

St.,

28207, (704) 331-1709 or 377-6871.

Good News.

Their third defined area of responsibility is categorized as the Ministry of Justice

and Love, which encompasses

everything from ministering to the sick

and aged, engaging in ministry to the poor, to working with youth groups and young adults.

Above all,

they serve the church. "I

see the role of our deacons as one stress-

ing service," says Bishop John F.

make

their biggest contribution; in the

ministry of service." 29,

Deacon Gallen

will

celebrate a decade of service to the

As one of the first 1 9 ordained, Deacon Gallen is part of a confraternity diocese.

back to apostolic times. He deacons are called to serve as Jesus did; to care for God's that dates

and

his brother

The permanent diaconate for the Diocese of Charlotte was inaugurated in 1980 by now retired Bishop Michael J. Begley. At that time, the program was introduced to the diocese, and participation was solicited throughout the 46-

and charitable works.

instructing informal gatherings, deacons

bear witness to the

people.

priests, but as a visible

Diocese of Charlotte, 1524 East Morehead

gatherings, teaching faith formation, or

Besides his responsibilities to Our Lady of the Angels, Deacon Gallen

Catholic Diocese of Charlotte the sum of $ (or percent of the residue of my estate) for its religious, educational

Charlotte,

They provide Ministry of the Word. Whether it be preaching in liturgical

ers.

Roman

For more information on how to make a Will that works, contact Jim Kelley, Director of Development,

sacraments of confirmation, rec-

On May

instrumental in establishing a "Catholic

ou can express your commitment to your Church by making a bequest to the Diocese of Charlotte. Simply have the following statement included in your Will:

ter the

onciliation, or holy orders.

Gallen.

nent deacon for the Diocese of Charlotte

ment to the Church and the community in which we live'.'

Deacons cannot be celebrants at the Eucharist, anoint the sick, nor adminis-

Donoghue. "That's where the deacons

Deacon Gallen.

Deacon Gallen has been a perma-

"A valid Will stands as a continuing expression of our concern for loved ones, as well as an ongoing commit-

Bishop John

vices.

always remember her and what she did for me,"

trying.to give istries \o

Gallen sat

lies,

"She thanked me," he surprise in his voice.

ing budget for Catholic Social Services,

increase

She was a dying woman, and Deacon John

proclaim the Gospel, preach homibaptize young and old, witness and bless marriages, officiate at wakes, funerals and burial services, administer sacraments, and preside at prayer serrist,

died.

the

The

JOANN KEANE

eyes remained shut. At the conclusion of the prayer, she opened her dark eyes, looked up at him, and kissed his hand. He traced the sign of the cross on her forehead. She thanked him for coming, closed her eyes, and

of continued growth of the Catho-

ion last year.

Permanent Diaconate, assisted by Msgr. Photo by SMITH

WOODY

bedside, reciting Her a prayer.

Lady of

tit

the director of

Associate Editor

impact the DSA as well as everything Church," he says. The DSA provides the core operat-

Deacons Bear Witness To Good News, Service

else in the

The goal for the 1993 appeal is up 10 percent from $1 .59

75 million,

(rear table)

(front table).

land."

The appeal is made throughout the even in the smallest mission, bishop says. "Even those who don't e a lot of money respond and help leone with even more needs than 1 have. They do it time and time

:ese,

Carlos

DSA sup-

supports 23 social ser-

cial ministries.

member of the faculty of Belmont Abbey. Participating in the training class Ron Steinkamp, Jack Weisenhorn, Michael Lansdorf, Medina, Edwin Rodriguez, Neil Chirico, Paul Teich and Wayne Adams. Msgr.

Anthony Kovacic

western

their diaconate

Benedictine Father Christopher

Kirchgessner, a

Thomas Burke

here

educational, multi-cultural and

are Rafael Torres, Phillip Killian,

which the

people across the 46-county Diocese narlotte.

undergo rigorous religious training as part of

Conducting a class for deacon candidates

istries

msands

Permanent Deacons preparation.

in Charlotte.

s call

to service.

a ministry in

sign of the

The diaconate

itself.

By definition, deacons serve three primary functions. As Ministry of Liturgy, they assist the Bishop and priests at the Eucharist; distribute the Eucha-

county region constituting the Diocese of Charlotte.

By 1990, nearly four dozen men responded to the calling, providing much needed assistance to priests, and the faithful.

Two

years ago, Bishop

Donoghue

temporarily suspended the program. "I

wanted to evaluate the program, to be sure it was serving its purpose." Bishop

See Deacons/page

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Catholic

News

Herald

February

Pro-Life Corner

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"By

as/*

Editorial

The Respect

February has rolled around again and with it comes the Diocesan Support Appeal, the major source of funding for 23 agencies and ministries of the Diocese of Charlotte. This year's

Diocese of Charlotte

Life Office

DSA,

with a goal of $1.75 million,

—

VATICAN CITY

(CNS) The primacy of the head of the Church was willed by Christ and cannot be changed, Pope John Paul II said. The ministry and authority of the successor of pope

Sunday and continues through March 28. That goal is up 10 percent from last year's $1.59 million. The increase is largely attributable to the growth in the

Peter "is an essential ele-

ment of the organic and

in the

demand

Church which is not in the power of man to change," the pope said Jan. 27 at his weekly general audience. Peter's successors have

for diocesan

services.

All parishes in the diocese have been assigned

whose parishioners give more than the parish goal receive a refund of the excess amount. Last year, the refunds amounted to more than $200,000. By the same token, parishes which do not meet their targets must make up the difference from goals for the campaign. Those

exercised their office in Rome, he said, because "the fisherman from Bethesda

came

parish funds.

Spread throughout this issue of The Catholic News

how their work affects all of us. We urge you to read them. They make it clear why this collection is so important. Many services which we take for ministries and

granted could not exist without this funding.

The average gift per household last year was $ 1 26 and almost half of the households in the diocese contributed. Jim Kelley, director of development for the diocese, hopes that more than 50 percent will That appears to be a modest enough goal. Actually, why even more than that do not

see no reason

DSA

Rome and suffered

We realize that, in some cases, giving to the

But there also are many in the diocese who can match or even exceed the average gift without thinking twice about it. We all benefit from the work of the 23 ministries funded by the DSA. We all should support the appeal. Read the stories in this issue and give what you will require a sacrifice.

can.

in this city."

The pope said it is true that when Jesus made Peter head of the Church he never mentioned anything about what city should be the seat of his ministry. But tradition has shown that it was part of God's design for the Church that the successor of Peter would exercise his universal ministry over the Church as bishop of

—

VATICAN CITY (CNS) Pope John Paul II pleaded with the warring factions in the former Yugoslavian republics to give peace negotiations a chance. "There can be no reconciliation without patient

and tolerant dialogue to reach acceptable solutions for all sides in view of an authentic and lasting peace," the pope said Jan. 27 at the end of his weekly general audience.

The pope

told visitors that he

his appeal for peace in the

was moved to renew

Balkans

after reports of

increased fighting in Sarajevo, Bosnia, and after reports of

new

fighting

between Serbs and Croats

Croatia. Croatian forces Jan. 22 crossed over a year-old

U.N. cease-fire line, trying to dislodge Serbian forces who they said had blocked a major highway and access to an airport. The pope said Serbian Orthodox Patriarch Pavle of Belgrade had sent him "a pressing appeal" about the new fighting in Croatia. The patriarch's letter was an appeal "in favor of peace and so that the weapons

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was

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successors of the apostles in order to carry out the

Inc.

times a year, weekly except for Christmas

year for

sisters,

In our catechesis

Church.

pope

the duty of the pope to exercise his autho and with concern for the other churches,

said.

guarantee unity in

faith,

teaching

discipline in accordance with the tradition of

Apostles, the churches must live and tion with the bishop of

Rome, he

work in coop<

said.

"The See of Rome is therefore the criterion measure of the apostolic authenticity of the vari churches, the guarantee and principle of their c<

munion

in universal charity, the basis of the

visi

organism of the Church founded and supported by risen Christ as the eternal pastor of the whole comi nity of believers."

would be silenced before it is too late," the pope s "As believers we have no means more powe than prayer with which to confront conflict," he i

those gathered for the audience.

He repeated what he had said during an ei January prayer meeting in Assisi, Italy: "This is strength; this is our weapon.... "We are neither strong nor powerful, but we kr that God will not leave us without a response when turn to him with sincere faith, especially when present and future destiny of millions of people i stake," he said. "In the name of God, I beg all the sides in conflict to give space to the negotiations under v respecting their conditions and undertaking all of commitments already made." The pope prayed that God would be with international community and its negotiators so "they will not tire in restarting the dialogue and

sea:

ing for solutions able to bring peace back."

Peter.

early as the first half of the second

Ignatius of Antioch spoke of the

Roman

centjj

Churcl(

presiding in charity over the other churches (Ad Ri ^

proem.) and enjoying a particular doctrinal authq

Dear brothers and

consider the continuation of the Petrine office in the

Phone: (704) 331-1713

paid

It is

in love

Donoghue

Hispanic Editor: Sister Irene Halahan

the

other than the Eternal City."

Number 22

Associate Editors: Joann Keane, Carol Hazard

Easter

of historical conditions or particular reasons, the bi ops of Rome temporarily make their home in pla

Robert E. Gately

Editor:

lotte,

was supported by which said the Roman ponti: the successor of Peter and inherits his primacy. "This definition ties the primacy of Peter and successors to the Roman See, for which no other can be substituted, even if it may happen that beca Tradition, the pope said,

First Vatican Council,

Rome.

participate this year.

participate.

martyrdom

& Herald are stories about the various DS A-supported

hi-

erarchical structure of the

Catholic population of the 46-county area with an

accompanying increase

(704) 331-1720

The Pope Speaks

starts

Time Again

It's

week after conception, the child's nose, ears, and tongue are present, and milk teeth are forming the baby's gums." The First Human Right: A Pro-Life Primer the seventh

eyes, lips

Church's mission until the end of time. It was also his will that there should be successors of Peter in order to continue Peter's mission as the visible principle of the Church's unity in faith (cf. DS 3058). By divine institution this Petrine succession is an essential element of the Church's hierarchical structure. The primacy of Peter is exercised by his successors in the See of Rome. Rome became the primatial see above all because Peter came to Rome and suffered martyrdom here. As history shows, the popes have always exercised their authority as successors of St.

(ibid., 3,1).

Later in the

Lyons would present

same century, Irenaeu^ Church of Rome as

the

and rule of the apostolic tradition present all the other churches (cf. Adv. Haer. 3,2). Commui with the See of Peter was thus recognized as

criterion

principle of the

communion of

all

the local chur

within the unity of Christ's Church. I

pleased to greet the priests and

religi

taking a course on the spirituality of St. Ignatiul

May your studies help you to guide othe an ever greater love of Christ and the Church, greetings also go to the representatives of El Al Ai Loyola.

and the

Israeli

Ministry of Tourism.

Upon

all!

English-speaking visitors, especially the pilgrims Malta, the Philippines and the United States, I dially invoke an

abundance of divine blessings.

)

e-uary 5, 1993

The

Editor's

Light

growth in the Catholic the diocese as a major reason for the increased need for the services provided by the 23 agencies and ministries funded by the I Diocesan Support Appeal. One thing that illustrates this growth is the circulation of The Catholic News & Herald. For the first time since we i began publication in September 1991, our circulation has passed 32,000. Our actual mailing for the Jan. 29 issue was

stories

qjlation in

and an

Notebook

editorial in this issue refer to the

Many years ago I had the honor of serving on their Board of Governors and I remember with pleasure the intelligence and compassion of the men and women who made up the membership. (Yes, there are women who are doctors of canon law.) On the title of the society's monthly newsletter there is organizations in the Church.

a quotation, "In Christ Jesus the life-giving law of the course, that does not

mean

Catholic households in the diocese.

there are that

you free from the law of sin and death." (Rom.8:2) I earned my doctorate in Canon Law at Catholic University in 1964 and for 10 years I ran the marriage tribunal in the Diocese of Paterson. Though I am far removed from canon law work now, I still have an interest in the society's Spirit has set

many

We have subscribers

who live outside the diocese, several businesses subscribe and we exchange copies with other Catholic

to the paper

newspapers.

However,

think

it's

a pretty safe bet that there are in

of 3 1 ,500 Catholic households in the diocese which receive the paper. translates to more than 90,000 Catholics in the 46-county area. ss

current events.

figure

For instance,

diocese.

million.

and we'll be publishing them as soon as they are available.

we did

last year,

issue to the DS A campaign, DSA is the major source of funds for many diocesan

we have devoted much of this

only natural since the

irrelevant.

DSA was coordinated by Jim

Kelley and his staff

Office of Development. Associate Editors Joann

Keane and Carol Hazard did layout on the pages devoted to

writing and Joann did virtually all of the SA. Handmaids Sister Pilar Dalmau, director of the Hispanic Catholic Center, iated DSA material into Spanish for our Hispanic page,

;tual

'he >e

regular features which were dropped to

make room

for the

DSA

material

back next week.

Only $9 million was collected

in fees.

The

remaining $14 million was provided by diocesan subsidies. People who couldn't afford the tribunal fees were served with the same professionalism that was offered to those who could pay. This means the petitioner's financial status was essentially

ces.

vluch of the material on the

Canon Law

a recent issue of the

Society 's newsletter I learned that the total expenditure for U.S. marriage tribunal courts of first instance was $23

should know within the next week or so just how many Catholics we do have The Office of Planning and The Chancery are working on definitive

tVe

One Candle

By FATHER JOHN CATOIR One of my favorite Catholic organizations is the Canon Law Society of America. Contrary to popular opinion, this group has been among the most forward looking

32,157.

BOB GATELY

By Some

The Catholic News

What

a splendid sign of a Christlike approach to the law rather than a

legalistic one.

On another topic, I was also favorably impressed when the members of the Society passed the following resolution at their annual business meeting, Oct. 14, 1992: "Whereas: Both the 1976 Declaration 'Inter Insigiores' (a document issued under Pope Paul VI) and its Commentary published by the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith spoke of the need to study the ordination of women to the diaconate: and

want to take this opportunity to welcome a new addition to our staff. Shannon ey has joined The Catholic News & Herald as a part-time editorial clerk. She'll :ing some of the routine work load off Joann and Carol so they can devote more to working on local stories.

"Whereas: The need is also evident in the United States, as was even expressed an earlier NCCB draft of the 'Pastoral Letter on Women's Concerns' which

recommended a study of the possibility of the ordination of women to the diaconate, "Be it resolved that: The Board of Governors commission a study of the canonical implications of ordaining

women

to the

permanent diaconate and report

membership at the 1994 convention of the Society." In view of the controversy surrounding the U.S. bishops'

to the

atomical Donations

the Church, the fact that a majority of the voting

reassuring.

Remember, such

pastoral

women

members passed this resolution was

a canonical study

not a form of protest, nor

is it

political statement.

By FATHER JOHN DIETZEN

)se." It is

my understanding that the funeral service of choice may be held

e the body

released to the research facility. After research or other study

I body is completed, it would be cremated and the remains buried. Perhaps |ould add this to the points in your article. (Wisconsin) l.

To my knowledge,

there are

two associations

I think such a motion was long overdue. We had deaconess in the Church (cf. Romans 1 6: 1 -2.) The Church needs to affirm every gift and talent in God's creation and I'm glad to see the Canon Law Society has taken a step toward affirming women (without whom there would be no Church). {For a free copy of the Christopher News Note, COURAGE, send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to The Christophers, 12 East 48 Street, New York, NY, 1001 7. Father John Catoir is director of The Christophers.

Personally,

column on anatomical donations some time ago, you said that ss of Christian Burial is not possible when the body is being donated to :al research because the body is "taken immediately after death for that In your

in the

early

United States which

receive such donations and distribute them to medical

Crosswinds

schools. One is in Chicago, the other in New York. Otherwise each medical school makes its own contacts and rules for these anatomical gifts.

This variety results in the diversities you describe. The Anatomical Gift Association in Chicago, for example, asks that the body be transferred to them "as soon as possible." Sometimes this will be the same day, sometimes over a weekend. Generally about 48 hours is the maximum, especially since embalmed bodies cannot be accepted.

Under these

given our usual expectations for funeral planning and publicity, providing opportunity for a Mass may be difficult; with a bit of foresight it is not restrictions,

sible.

which presently accept body donations, ;ments vary significantly from school to school and state to state. Drmal embalming, for example, renders a body unusable for the kinds of study al schools require. The University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Imy, however, asks funeral directors to contact them before embalming. They ovide instructions for a procedure which keeps the body sufficiently intact, ajows more time to arrange a funeral liturgy. *>me schools do not accept body donations from another state because of local bncerning permissions for cremation. Such regulations, requiring coroners' f

those individual medical schools

for

example, can make out- of-state donations financially unfeasible, body is completed the remains are cremated. Normally the be returned to the family after one or two years if the request is made at

^hen study of the Will Hie

of the donation.

a series of columns

members about

their experiences. In

order to protect client confidentiality, the staff members are not identified. During the years I have worked with the refugee program, I have loved the childlike quality that comes through again and again as refugees attempt to come to grips with a new climate, a

new place. Once a refugee showed me a picture

totally

magazine of a snow covered village and wondered if the snow "fell in one piece?" Another wondered why we did not cut down all the dead trees in winter, having never experienced a four season in a

climate. In his country,

and shed built

its

leaves,

homes with

when a tree died

was dead and you

you some idea of the multiple concerns to be considered To plan more specifically for this or any other anatomical gift after

dia."

small order, indeed! In fact,

had two letters from him, one just a few days behind the other. It is the latter letter I want to share so you can catch a glimpse of what I am talking about. It reads: "To whom It May Concern

— Refer

first letter.

very

misses the day, date and year, because I was very hurry. And, I sorry that

would whole

like to correct the

word 'my

hope you pardon me everything, my special sponsor, and my bad English language. I wish you to have a good health, prosperity and longevity. I appreciate your help. life'

not 'hole

life.' I

Very Respectfully, yours, /s/ 1/23/93." I will respond to him in the city where he resides and put him in touch with his area Refugee Office at Catholic Social Services in New York. It is wonderful to

it.

This week, a refugee with whom I worked in 1983 wrote and asked me to help him with the "liberation of Cambo-

«ese facts will give V donation.

Crosswinds

written by Catholic Social Services staff

tion,

know

that throughout

our na-

resources are available for him to

help him sort through his

wonderments and

new concerns,

special issues.

tyou need to talk with your local funeral director. Inust

add

that,

even with

all

the complications to be resolved, donations of

r^odies or certain organs are a Hstian charity.

Godsend to medical science and

the sacrament ofpenance

John Paul II insisted not long ago that this concern is a matter of simple *an generosity, in light of many crises facing medicine today. I

solution will be forthcoming," he said, "without a

ity,"

based on Christ's example, which can "inspire

(A free brochure on confession without serious sin and other questions about

a generous act

fipe

'io

great sacrifices in the service of others" (April 30, 1990).

renewed sense of human men and women to make

is available by sending a stamped self-addressed envelope Father John Dietzen, Holy Trinity Church, 704 N. Main St., Bloomington, III. 61701 Questions for this column should be sent to Father Dietzen at the same

address.)

Lifeline Facts, Values

And The Future Of The By JIM

Euthanasia, or "mercy killing" as

Pro-Life

MCINERNEY

it is

popularly called,

an objective moral evil

wrong as abortion. For years, those of us who have been active in the pro-life movement have been warning that the acceptance of abortion will inevitably lead to

just as

euthanasia.

has.

As the euthansia debate heats up it might be well for us to learn from the abortion battle so that we can avoid some of its early mistakes. In our first days, the emphasis was on education. The moral dimensions, although present, were relegated to secondary importance. "We don't want be viewed as a religious issue," many of us would

this to

say.

The motivation behind

this

approach was honest.

believed that once folks learned the facts about prenatal

demand an end and films. These had a great impact. I ought to know, because this is the approach that changed my mind about abortion and got me involved. Once I learned that the unborn child was fully human, I knew that the taking of its life was wrong. But this approach, which is very rational, is inadequate. It presupposed that the people who are listening share the same values. I, and many others, had the same values as the pro-lifers who converted us to their cause. We were simply ignorant of the facts. Once we were informed of these facts, we became consistent and applied our values to the issue and went out to convert others. But many of us soon discovered that having our facts straight was not enough. I remember speaking at a college in the late '70's. I began by asking my audience existence they would rise up in horror and to abortion.

We used books,

how many believed that the fetus was a human believed

this.

The

Movement

life.

slides,

Only a quarter of them said they

rest said they did not.

When I opened the

none of the students disputed my fa two hours many disputed my values. One coed summed the prevailing opinion when she said: "So it's a human life. So what? What ma you think that human life is so d special?" What, indeed! When confronted with this attitude, those of us who articulate floor for questions,

They could not. But

for

have

pro-life cause

important, but limited.

more than

understand that the facts

They

are meaningless. convince people that killing unborn children is wj we will find it nearly impossible to convince them that killing the imcom incontinent, senile, tube-fed elderly is wrong. In the euthanasia debate, the lines are very clearly drawn. The fact that we are talking about human life wi be at issue. Rather, the value of human life will be the main point of contentii are

find

limited. it

difficult to

am in no way denigrating pro-life educational efforts. They are good andn now take precedence. A

continue. But the values that underpin our cause must

said and done, after all of the persuasive arguments and scientifc evideno advanced, the pro-life creed boils down to this one irreducible and unavoii imperative. Euthanasia and abortion are wrong because God says they are wrc To teach this value is to teach the most important fact of our existence: Got we take our marching orders from Him, then we owe Him the honor due His na In other words, the pro-life movement of the future will involve not only educat but conversion, not only to a worthy cause, but to a way of life. We Catholics believe that grace builds on nature, that faith and reason go h in hand. Education is good, but it is only half of the formula for success. A Protes minister once told me that saving a baby from abortion is good, but leading all is

mother and child

heaven

what we are

all

about.

He was right. Our task is to

souls as well as minds.

I spent an hour, using slides and film, very carefully detailing the facts about fetal development. I then polled the audience again, asking the same question. This time more than 95 percent said that they were convinced that the unborn child was human. I thought I had succeeded in my task, but I was wrong.

How Does Canon Law Affect Us?

Twenty years of abortion on demand

a very long time.

And Durable Power Of Attorney By SISTER

JEANNE-MARGARET MCNALLY

—

advance directives, Living Will This topic will be covered in three articles and Durable Power of Attorney. On Dec. 99 the requirements for advance directives in the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1990 took effect. As of that date, Medicare and Medicaid certified hospitals and other healthcare providers are required to give patients information about their right to 1

make

their

own

healthcare decisions, including the right

to accept or refuse

medical treatment. This act incorpoAct passed by the

rated the Patient Self-Determination

Congress in 1989. An advance directive is a written statement, which you complete in advance of serious illness, about how you want medical decisions made. The common forms of advance directives are: the Living Will and a Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare. The advance directive allows you to make decisions about your future medical treatment. An advance directive in no way impairs the patient's authority to decide while he/she is competent and may be revoked or changed at any time. This is the doctrine of informed consent. A basic principle in the American legal system recognizes that a competent adult has the legal and moral right to refuse medical treatment. An incompetent person has the same rights but other people must make this decision for the incompetent person. It is a well known fact that modern medicine can artificially prolong life even if it cannot ultimately prevent death. Informed consent means that the patient understands what is wrong, what will be done, and what the consequences of both the illness and the treatment are. The patient must know the risks involved. One should be concerned about making advance directives for one's healthcare because accidents happen to all and one could be incapacitated by an accident or by an illness that would lead to the loss of ability to make decisions. You have the right to decide what healthcare you will receive or decline.

Please pray for the following deceased priests during the month of February

Reverend Reverend Reverend Reverend Reverend Reverend Reverend Reverend Reverend Reverend Reverend

Lawrence

Edward

Hill,

1985

Beatty, 1990

George A. Watkins, 1948 Richard E. Barrett, 1959 Francis K. Brennan, 1962 Clarence F. Hill, 1966 James W. Kennedy, 1970 Vincent J. Mahoney, 1977 Francis J. Tait, 1988 Melchior Reichert, OSB, 1940 William Regnat, OSB, 1953

did not

overnight and it will not be reversed overnight. But we must never give up. Too lives, physical

and

Jim Mclnerney

spiritual, are at stake. is

Catholic teaching

a Pittsburgh-based writer on pro-life

recognizes and respects reasonable individual sible treatment choices.

issues.

comes from C j The Chi J autonomy-the right to make resfj

that all life has a special

meaning

But, Catholic teaching also recognizes that death

Living Will

educate people about

When presented to those who have very different values

for life

inevitable.

This includes choices to refuse or discontinue

sustaining treatment or to discontinue life-sustaining treatment that

ineffecl

and or overly burdensome. Finally, it is important to protect, at the moment of dej both the dignity of the human person and the Christian concept of life. What if you fill out an advance directive in one state and are hospitalize another state? The law on honoring an advance directive varies from state to si J But it must be honored wherever you are, if it is made known. You can havif advance directive in more than one state. What do you do with the advance directive when you complete it? You^i sure that someone knows you have an advance directive and where it is locati is also wise to give a copy to your durable power of attorney; give it to your physij as a permanent part of your medical record; keep a second copy in an cA accessible and safe place where it can be found; keep a card in your wallet stal you have an advance directive and where it is located and who should be notill We will discuss the ways of carrying out an advance directive in the follovl articles on the Living Will and Durable Power of Attorney for Healthcare toge I

with the implications of each.

Mercy Sister Jeanne-Margaret McNally, a The Tribunal of the Diocese of Charlotte. of

licentiate in

canpon law,

a ji\

the saints 5T.

BERTULF ALSO

KNOWN AS

stBERTULF BERTOUL, WAS BORN OF PAGAN PARENTS

GERMANY

IN THE]

LATTER PART OF THE 7™ CENTURY. HE WENT TO FLANDEf

WHERE HE WAS CONVERTED TO CHRISTIANITY.

BERTULF BECAME STEWARCi FOR COUNT WAMBERT, ADMINISTERING HIS LORD'S PROPERTY WISELY ANP WINNING HIS TRUST. HE ALSO f\CC0MPMl\ THE COUNT ANP HIS WIFE ON A PILGRIMAGE TO ROME. ON THE DEATH 0FTHEC0UPL] BERTULF INHERITED THEIR ESTATE. HE THEN RETIRED TO MONASTERY HE HAD FOUNDECj ,

AT RENTY ANP REMAINED

THt

UNTIL HIS DEATH.

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?ruary 5, 1993

ledia Center Evolves

iom One-Person Show Major Production

ito By

CAROL HAZARD Images of thousands of body parts flash

actions.

across the screen

Center here

ad for

Gail

Hunt

in a

soap.

Violette, director

of the Media Center, is anparticularly since the ad airs prime television time.

ed, [ng

'Advertising agencies believe sex

everything," she says.

"As a Chris-

get very irritated because the

values aren't there

111

...

Regardless

we are and how much education tave, we become desensitized by ind we aren't even aware of it." 'The Diocese of Charlotte may be

population numbers —

in overall

85 ,000 people total But it .

mighty

mission to institute media literacy ation

programs throughout the dio-

was

Lynch. It always prompts discussion about free will and the consequences of human tional response, says Father

Associate Editor

"We

are blessed to have the

Media

he says. In eight years, the Media Center has evolved from a one-person show to a staff of five that handles 2,300 videos, audio cassettes, filmstrips, films and an indexed library of religious books. Moreover, the center has moved in the diocese,"

into the business of

producing videos.

Violette has produced four videos in the

years for national distribution

last three

as well as several

dozen

local projects.

The national videos are "The Catholic Lector," "Called By God: What Is Vocation?" "Nights of the Round Table" and "Come Follow Me: Exploring Religious Life and Priesthood." The videos

videos

a pet project for

show

That's because studies

itte.

Center receives

its

two have nearly paid for themselves. The remaining two haven't been on the market long enough. Violette

993

really saying to

By examining

says Violette.

the

and influence of media images, more discerning about the

e can be

gestions for videos or audio cassettes

James

aderstanding the subliminal mes-

people can put them into perspec-

nd realize

that

the press

r in

much

of what

not in line with

she says,

tian values,

and associate, Loretta rzak, have taken their message on ad, presenting workshops on meiolette

teracy to groups of parishioners

the diocese.

Fhe media has the wherewithal to

tal

St.

Concord. "Whenever I call for

Andrews says she

particularly

impressed with the "scope of information" available through the Media Center. She uses videos for adult and children's programs. "It's an economical way for parishes to have a variety of media at their disposal," she says.

The Media Center asks be returned the day after they

a presentation.

Media Center, which is primajnded by the Diocesan Support |U, supports more than media lithowever. And it's more than a he

g library for books, videos, films idio cassettes. It's a valuable refor educators, catechists

that they

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tended the workshop,

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aware of

vash us unless

information about media literacy.

pmote

spirituality, says Violette.

I '

Social Services/Charlotte Office

"The Media Center provides a wonAndrews,

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for a specific liturgical season as well as

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bombarded with, he knowledge can be used as a tool ges they're

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tsk

media coordinator, Wynette

Photo by

CRISM

from television, she says. We have to dissect the message

percent of life time knowledge

ted

left )

Social Services Ministries

Prison Ministry

,!5

(from

DSA.

funding from the

first

chairman of an ecumenical review committee for a local cable channel, VISN. The committee previews videos and other items for local air time The center also publishes a monthly newsletter that is sent to directors and

dedia literacy

Chiriaco and librarian Handmaids of the Sacred Heart Sister Irene Halahan. The Media

to break even, Violette is

pleased that the

November by Cathobnnections to Media Literacy, a ;ct of The Catholic CommunicaCampaign.

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Maintaining and processing requests by computer are media assistant Mary

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Media Center's goal with producing

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Handling more than 2,300 requests a year for videotapes, films, filmstrips and books keeps Media Center personnel on their toes. Providing personalized service for Jesuit Father

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1992

Change Lives

Parishioners Find Their Gifts

The Diocesan Support Appeal helps make Christ real for all of us. As the fastest growing religious denomination in North Carolina, the Catholic Church is responding to more and more needs. Nowhere is the growth more obvious than in the expanding DSA-funded programs at the parish and mission level. Parishes and missions, large and small, benefit from the services offered by the parishes in

which many parishioners are benefiting from the DSA

Salisbury, a smaller city in the Piedmont, use

many of the

DSA. On

these pages are examples of two

contributions. Parishioners from Sacred Heart of

services, as does the larger parish, St.

Matthew of Charlotte, one

of the fastest growing parishes in the diocese.

St.

Matthew Parish Charlotte Left:

Msgr. Joseph Kerin, pastor

Matthew, works closely with

St.

lay ministers encouraging others to

use their time and talent to minister to the

needs of parishioners and

others.

Keeping

in the

a mother, Micki Cazares, her daughter,

They

family are left,

and

Monica Friedman.

are attending lay ministry

training conducted

by the office of Lay Ministry which is funded by the

DSA.

Right: During the "Decade of Evangelization," parishioners from

many

parishes are involved in

efforts to reach out

and welcome

newcomers, inactive Catholics and the unchurched.

Mike Gardner

leader in the evangelization

program of the

parish.

The

Evangelization Ministry, a

DSA

ministry, helps parishes design

outreach strategies and create increased

community involvement

by parishes.

Photos By

Woody Smith

Engaged Encounter weekends for many couples Shawn and Karen Gorman of St. Matthew. Preparing for their role as weekend leaders requires a commitment of time which they gladly give, convinced that the work strengthens their own marriage and serves as an example to their own children to give freely of their time. Engaged Encounter, funded with Above: Volunteering

their time to lead

across the diocese are

contributions from the Diocesan Support Appeal, runs 14

weekends a

year.

Above:

St.

Matthew's Sunday religion program for pre-schoolers

by the Media Center. Assistant Jim Martin and teacher Eileen LeQuick use the electronic media to supplement Faith Formation instruction with a group of pre-schoolers learning via videotapes. The Media Center,

made more

interesting with videotapes provided

funded by the DSA, provides videotapes, audiotapes, filmstrips and other audio visual aids to parishes. Left:

Assisting

Matthew Church in planning a spring trip for members of the parish's senior club. CRISM

St.

senior adults are

(Catholic Retirees Invited to Special Ministries) that provides social

programs for senior

adults,

the

DSA

encourages

agency spiritua

growth development and provides retirement planning information. Members of the parish are: (Standing left to right, Walter Swol, Klaric, Peg Hill and Marie Czelusniak. Marie Simon, Alice McAdams, Amelia Prowe, Joseph Prowe, Frank Czelusniak (standing) and Angela

Jennie Cassulo, Seated, from

LaBella.

Mary

left,

are

Fmiary

1993

The Catholic News

& Hera

Sacred Heart Salisbury

Above: Receiving a Fr.

wedding anniversary

Catawba College students receive communion from Fr. Stephen Thapwa at a chapel on the campus of the school in which the parish celebrates a Mass every Sunday. Campus Ministry, a DSA-funded ministry, Iserves 8,500 Catholic students at 30 colleges and universities in the diocese. The students are (from left) (Amy Reams, Seth Pociask, Michelle Vedeikis, Kimberly Hartman, Luke Puccinelli and Joe Westendorf. :Above:

special blessing

Thomas Clements, on are,

from

their pastor,

the occasion of their 50th

Charles and Marjorie Harlin of

Sacred Heart. Each year, the Family Life Ministry organizes the celebration of Golden and Silver anniversaries of couples in the diocese.

Ministry, funded by the

DSA,

The Family

Life

also serves as a resource to

parish-based Family Life commissions.

Above: The youth group of

the parish held a Christmas party for

children from the city's battered

bove:

visits the sick at

Rowan

Deacons such as Pat

llemorial Hospital.

jeside over public prayer, baptize, assist I

marriages, give

Communion

to the

wing and lead the Rite of Burial. fcrmanent Diaconate

nding from

light: r

DSA

The

program receives

contributions.

Attending the Rite of Enrollment

Confirmation are the candidates and

|eir

sponsors from the parish. The

hvly formed Faith Formation office, Jnded by the |iith

DSA,

provides directors of

Formation with training programs

support services.

Along with the

and their sponsors are (center) Stephen Thapwa and Deacon Pat

fndidates f.

jallandingham.

shelter.

party are (seated) Rachel Hicks and, standing,

Sacred Heart Deacon Pat

Rallandingham

women's

El-Khouri and Shai Graham. The youth group ministry program, funded by the

DSA.

left to right, is

women and

Decorating the room for the

assisted

Eileen Gardner,

Maron

by the diocesan youth

our

& Herald

News

Uholic

February

Changes

Gift

and adoptive couples,"

director.

CSS

DSA

also provides for special

ministries, such as Respect Life,

Catholic Retirees Invited Ministries, Natural

Special

Family Planning and

Family Life. Consequently, nearly

all

DSA,

parishioners are affected by the

support her in her work.

says Sister Frances.

With recognition gained and national

state

talent

says Trinitarian Sister Frances Sheridan,

The

page

tion,

counseling; pregnant women, multi-cul-

CSS

(from

under the Office of Faith Formawhich is funded by the DSA. "Being a coordinator allows me to facilitate faith development of others on two levels; as beliefs and practices lived out on a daily basis and as a broad spectrum of experiences ranging from art and music to prayer and liturgy in which to encounter God," she says. "I feel it is the most exciting thing I could do with my life," Jackson says. The DSA makes it possible to train and

"Our presence in the area offices allows us to serve families in need of tural families

Lives,

5, 199:

levels,

at local,

CSS

has ob-

tained government contracts, specifically for

out the

its

work with

refugees. With-

Deacons

DSA — the core budget — CSS

could not attract outside grants, says Sister Frances. So, the DSA helps lever-

page

(from

age other money. Father

evangelization, says the ishes find

Donoghue

Vilkauskas, director of

ways

DSA helps par-

called for an evaluation that

polled the very people served. religious community,

expand the Church's

The laity,

and priestly breth-

ren confirmed that the program served

central mission of sharing the faith.

The Evangelization Office, through

the people well.

DSA funding, offers annual workshops,

In 1992, the

permanent diaconate

The

recent restructuring of a

requires coordination and

number of

vital services into the

management. Directing

(standing, right.) Faith Formation staff

members

administrative assistant

Morris. Faith Formation

and draw others into the faith. "Every parish ministry in various

legion of volunteers seeking ordination

Faith Formation

(from

to serve.

Asheville region, are typical of service

ished."

ways

ten

men

joined the

community of faith and reach out to community to witness the Gospel in action," says Father

"The basics haven't changed over Anthony Kovacic, director of the permanent diaconate program, and pastor of Queen of the Apostles Church in Belmont. "But to-

Vilkauskas. "This ongoing effort

day,

constantly trying to sustain

people in the

faith,

welcome

the years," says Msgr.

others to

the

the wider

par-

Evangelization

of all the faithful.

—

for love.

Boulus, a graduate of the DSAfunded Lay Ministry Program, says her

lay ministry

Lord and

in life is to serve the

others.

"Working

for the

Lord

the

most

important thing a person can do," she

minister at St. James Church in

Con-

and director of computer services. She offers her talents as a consultant to Sacred Heart Convent in Belmont. Jackson says her work as a coordinator of Faith Formation at Immaculate Conception Church in Hendersonville

who

says the church has always

198 1 and backed off because of

With

his youngest child

now

approaching 13, the timing was right. "I've always had a call to serve," says Weisenhorn. Though career and family have keep the Gaston County resident busy, he (along with his wife) have always found time to serve the church and community organizations. "I'm very comfortable in the sanctuary. It's

are

forming, questioning or renewing their

where

like to be."

faith."

Jackson contributes her time and

all.

year ago, Faith Formation was

just a vision for the future of religious

education in the Diocese of Charlotte. Chris Newnan, then director of religious education, presented a blueprint

She saw the need of

for the future.

throughout 46 counties of Western North Carolina. lics

The

direction she perceived

would

Week Of February

February 13

Monday: Genesis

1:1-19:

Corinthians 2:1-5; Matthew 5:13-16.

Mark

6:53-56.

Tuesday: Genesis 1:20-2:4; Mark 7:1-13.

Wednesday: Genesis

2:5-9, 15-17;

Thursday: Genesis 2:18-25;

Mark

7:14-23.

7:24-30.

Mark

Saturday: Genesis 3:9-24;

7:31-37.

Mark

Mary

1 1

men

-year-old

Sylva says his fail formation class provides the opporti nity to be with others his age talkin about God and Jesus. In the process, h Christian values are being shaped "Faith Formation is formed in th lived expression of our faith. God discovered through liturgy, scriptun prayer, sacraments and the ordinar everyday ways we interact with others says

St.

Newnan.

"Gather the people, break the brea and tell the story," says Eunice Gul That's the philosophy of Guld, a r< gional faith formation director. An Faith Formation gives her the when withal to carry out her spirited missioi to empower the coordin

tors of faith formation

Youth Ministry, Young Adult Ministry and the Ministry of Justice and Peace, seemed natural associates to join

Through training and guidance provide by Guld, catechists then share inform!

goal

and the catechist It

tion,

of faith formation. "Since these ministries have basic commonalities such as education

—

their similarities greatly and service enhance the use of diocesan resources," says Newnan, director of the Office of

Faith Formation.

Six months

later, the

establishment

"Faith Formation

says Guld. the people

"We we

relationships

have to meet Jesus

meet."

we can get people to see th; formation is about relationships the family and with God, then we're c the right track," says Guld. "Faith formation begins very earl in our lives, says Newnan. "Within "If

faith

new ministry broadened its reach. Today, every parish, and all the people of the diocese benefit from better access

healthy atmosphere of warmth, and trus

to the educational expertise of the staff

invitation to faith. Formation's prima),

of faith formation.

focus

"We have a collaborative team working toward a common vision," says Newnan. "For example, we have in

with the Lord."

Newnan says there is much sharir among the regional coordinators, ar

place regional youth ministry assistants

attributes

who

success of faith formation.

of the

deliver direct services to parishes,

developing that relationshi

good communication with tl Region,

coordinators share expertise and

our regional faith formation coorknowledge of the variety of parishes in our diocese," says Newnan. Each coordinator serves a diverse population. Parishes of various sizes have specific needs ranging from ethnicity to the age of the popula-

graphic area.

tion served.

"Faith Formation

much more

in-

clusive than just religious education,"

Newnan.

"Historically,

of 'passing on the

faith' as a

think

process of

we need to know about our faith. know from experience, however,

We that

our faith grows and needs to be nour-

God

are encouraged to listen for

and implementation of diocesan programs." "Because we have a regional strucdinators have immediate

tion with parishioners.

in the partnership

teaching a certain body of knowledge

8:1-10.

Brian Sellers, an ber of

ing shared resources. Religious Educa-

says

Friday: Genesis 3:1-8;

Guld

ture,

Sunday: Isaiah 58:7-10;

page

link similar ministries together, allow-

as well as training

Readings For The

WOODY SMIT1

life.

applied to the diaconate pro-

first

dren.

"a tangible way of bringing the love of

One

the logical progression for a

family obligations. Weisenhorn and his wife of 3 1 years are parents to 1 1 chil-

director, registrar

Catholic faith for

accessible services for the expansive

gram

Sacred Heart College as financial aid

Youth Ministry is one of the programs of Faith Formation; the ministry that encompasses the development of

diocese, which reaches 85,000 Catho-

on the board of Faith Formation and the pastoral council. For 25 years, she worked at the now closed

program provides a good

been such an important part of his

cord, has served

Catholic heritage.

Lay

—

bond members of youth them closer to their

Jack Weisenhorn, a member of St. Michael Church in Gastonia is part of the newest formation class. His call to

man who

Boulus, a lector and eucharistic

projects that

ministry, bringing

foundation for the candidates.

serve

says.

Jesus into the lives of those

required to

ministry allows candidates to delve deeper into theological studies. Msgr. Kovacic who has been director of the program since its beginning says the

like Eliza-

beth Boulus and Joanna Jackson, do

aim

now

ing prior to entering formation."

the responsibility

And many,

candidates are

all

complete two years of lay ministry train-

ticipation in evangelization."

Newna

funded by the DSA.

Photo by

material to help deepen spiritual lives

And

Christine

Spivak, Northern Regional Director Eunice Guld, Southern Regional Director Susan Brad' Western Regional Director Jane Keifer and (standing, from left) secretary Pam Smith an

program resumed with the formation of class.

are Justice and Peace Coordinator Sco

parish seminars, speakers and resource

new

Office of Faith Formatic

the team's efforts

ide;

with one another. They also meet regi larly with parish leaders in each ge<

"Dividing up responsibility throu£ regional coordinators allows us to

programs

to fruition,"

brir

says Pats

Edmisten, regional assistant for yoU| ministry in the Boone Vicariat Edmisten feels faith formation fostei sense of teamwork. "We 're here for tl people of the diocese, and to serve t! faith community. Faith formation a

lows the diocese to be present communities."

:bruary 5, 1993

CAROL HAZARD

A: The mission of

Associate Editor

The Q. theme of this

DSA

year's

campaign is "Your Gift

Changes Ex-

Lives."

how

plain

the

theme fits the purpose and

DSA?

role of the

A. The whole purpose of the DSA is to reach out to our people through various ministries and offices that the diocese maintains and operates. The DSA provides the financial base for staffing these programs. Let's look at one of the ministries. The purpose of the Office of Faith Formation is to educate all people hildren,

young

adults

and adults

know

they will live

the faith.

— —

fulfilling lives by knowand joining closer to Christ. Faith changes lives, often dramatially and always for the better. better,

ing Christ

The same

agencies funded leeds of people

—

For the past Trinitarian Sister

Miriam Fiduccia

Q: Sometimes

Christ.

And

that is

what

it is

difficult for

known

them and others in their parishes or missions. Could you comment on

a course on a three year pilot program to uncover

A: Most parishioners see the parish as the center of their spiritual lives.

people into a deeper relationship with the Lord. In times of need, people tend

They look

more fully appreciate their many grow more spiritually.

and

A lot of people aren't even aware of the diocesan central office and our

need the various offices and

many ministries. When they need help,

faith,

in the parishes.

would be very

they naturally go to their parishes and their parishes in turn

diffi-

impossible, for parishes to do

own

Furthermore,

all that it

cally feasible services.

the diocese does.

would not be economiit would duplicate

and

The people

to the parish, not to the

diocese.

agencies in the diocese to help the people

their

She

this?

to bring

cult, if not

has charted un-

parishioners to see how their contributions to DS A-funded services help

vision

months,

to bring

and knowledge of

JOANN KEANE Associate Editor

beyond. So, the needs will become even greater.

people to a deeper love

is;

in the parishes

come

to us. So,

— —

Her three-year mission as parish outreach for Family Life began with the Charlotte vicariate. This year, she ventures to the Albermarle vicariate, and will wrap up her journey in the Gastonia Vicariate in 1994.

Her ministry brings Catholic Social Services to the parishes. Through parish visits, Sr.

Miriam

know about

the services available

good example

listens.

counseling services

offered through Catholic Social Services. Pastors often refer parishioners to

ing the services the people want.

In fact,

CSS

through CSS.

a consultant, she

Miriam offers ideas and Through consultation, pro-

Sister

support.

grams are implemented.

for help in solving problems.

CSS

lets parishioners

Caring Hearts, a support group for

more than 6,000

families dealing with the loss of a child,

here to serve par-

and Pathfinders, a support group for the divorced and separated are examples of

serves

households.

all

ishes.

give people the

with the needs for social services, edu-

for our existence.

outreach.

need to change their lives.

cational, multi-cultural ministries and

So, when we say "your gift changes

special ministries across the diocese?

Q: There are many financial demands on our people, such as the weekly financial support of their parishes and building campaigns in

piece of the Family Life pie.

to feed, clothe

and help people get jobs

which,

we believe,

jiignity they

and

—

it changes lives on several levand helps people gain solid footing or themselves and their families, first ind most importantly, spiritually and hen also in other ways.

ives,"

els ?

Q. Most Catholics put their wishes first in their financial support. In what context should they /iew their

DSA financial contribu-

ion?

It is

most Cathocomes first. I am

true that for

their parish

ics,

leased that is the case, because all atholics have the obligation to support their parishes through the stewirdship of their time, talent and treaure.

Their DSA financial contributions issist

the diocese to help the people in

he parishes.

The

parishes are an ex-

'ension of the diocese. So, lting to the

by contrib-

diocese as well as their

wishes, they are ultimately helping he people in the parishes. DSA funds ire funnelled back into the parishes in he form of services to help the people.

How

rarry out

does the DSA help you your mission or vision for

diocese?

The diocese

our parishioners continue to grow. There are always more and more needs. One reason is because the diocese is growing significantly in the number of Catholics it serves. More people are coming to our area, mostly from the Northeast and Midwest. Recently, however, we welcomed Montagnard refugees from Southeast Asia. This is yet another group of people we need to help in the areas of spirituality, education and material

How should

Catholics in the diocese see the importance parishes.

of their

programs

instituted as a result of parish

DSA

gift,

particularly as

relates to stewardship of time, talent

A: While there are many financial

God

has given them, and be account-

able for their time, talents and treasure.

So it isn't because there is simply which there definitely is

a need

—

but because our faith calls us to stewardship.

The concept

applies to par-

ishes that are financially well off as

well as parishes that are in great need,

and

Q. Do you see those needs chang-

to individuals

who are well off as who are not.

well as individuals

ing in the future? A: I don't see the needs being reduced in the near future. In fact, they will continue to grow because the population is growing. Every year, we have

simply because of need encouraged to be good stewards, but because it is the Christian way of living. It is being accountable and returning to the Lord some of the things He has given to us. So,

isn't

that people are

into the

but a small

tionships, advocates

on behalf of family

values, and offers support to families,"

says Father Joseph Mulligan, diocesan director for Family Life, and pastor of St.

Luke

Mint

Hill.

Father Mulligan sees his role as one

demands on our people, stewardship is more than that. It is a way of life. There would be a need for stewardship even if there were no other needs in the parishes. People would still be expected to be good stewards of the gifts

grow, there will always be needs. The agencies and ministries funded by the DSA hopefully will keep expanding their services to meet the growing needs. This is why the DSA financial goal increases each year. The needs are greater and the funding to provide for those needs goes up as well.

"Family Life strengthens and nurtures the family, enriches family rela-

and treasure?

as the diocese continues to

more and more people coming

We don't have any other reason

many

needs.

As long

Yet parish outreach

A: All the agencies and ministries continue to grow because the needs of

waters.

navigating

by helping the DSA, they are in effect helping their own parishes provide for the needs of people in their areas. A.

by the organized help the diocese is able to give them through providbenefit

the needs of families.

Q: Are the agencies and ministries funded by the DSA keeping up

helter

[he

the mission of the Church,

goals are to care for the material

:he

jrf

true for the social

by the DSA. Some of

and

Celebrated, Nurtured

Church through evangelization and the RCIA program and into the diocese from other areas of the country. Growth will continue to the year 2000 and

the diocese,

Ker

Family Life

Us To Stewardship,' Says Bishop John F. Donoghue

'Faith Calls

The Catholic News

of a conveyor of national concerns that can be adapted at a local level. Keeping his finger on the pulse of national issues, Father Mulligan is quick to turn a local spin on a national concern.

Diocesan Support Appeal-funded Family Life serves as a conduit for a

number of special

ministries that affect

families.

From

the early linking that joins a

man and woman

as one,

Engaged En-

counter serves couples on the road to

matrimony. Fourteen weekends a year and pre-cana support to engaged couples and give them a chance to focus on their future relationship together. Family Life coordinator Jane Anklin says working with engaged enoffer strength

counter weekend couples consumes a large part of her schedule.

Also coordinated through Family Life are Catholic Social Services' family

enrichment programs.

Annually,

widowed, divorced and separated parishioners are offered an annual retreat.

Now some

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'(^mimiquemonoj Tu Regalo Cambia Vidas CAROL HAZARD

Por

Editora Asociada

rescata

estudiante

las necesidades y asf la oportunidad de cambiar vidas, dice Kelley. "Con esta campana del DSA no solo se trata de conseguir dinero, sino de ayudar a mantener nuestros ministerios para que ellos puedam cambiar vidas". A pesar de la recesion, el ano pasado se supero la cantidad estimada por mas de $200,000, lo cual se devolvio a las parroquias que recogieron mas de lo asignado a ellas.

universitario de la adiccion a las drogas.

diacono conforta a un moribundo. Unamaestralleva el amor de Jesus a gente incredula y cambia su duda

en conviccion. Estos cambios de vida se hacen posiblesdebidoal

llamado

para

"Nuestros fieles conocen los

sostener la diocesis, que en ingles se

ministerios y agencias sostenidos por para servir a la gente" dice el padre

DSA

conoce por Diocesan Support Appeal (DSA). De verdad "tu regalo cambia vidas". Este es el tema de la campana

Walter Dziordz, Marianista, parroco de Nuestra Senora de la Gracia en Greensboro." Esta parroquia fue una de las 60 que excedieron la cantidad de su meta el ano pasado. "A nadie le cuesta dar a los ministerios que ayudan a otros" dice el Padre Dziordz. En este caso el DSA es

para pedir contribuciones. Estas historias del estudiante, el

diacono y la maestra son narradas en esta edicion especial del periodico catolico dedicada a la campana para pedir contribuciones.

Esta campana anual ayuda a miles de personas en los 46 condados de la Diocesis de Charlotte. Sostiene 23 servicios sociales, educacionales,

"arma pastoral" dice el. Las parroquias y los parrocos estan

llamados a servir en

tal

cantidad de

Carmen Guerrero y Gladys Torres

sociales hasta los educativos, y otros

"Una vez que la gente comprende la

tantos en medio, que seria imposible

va a hacer un impacto en DSA, asf como en todo

atender por si mismos, opina Msgr. Richard Allen, parroco de le iglesia de

Iglesia" dice

muy

generosos" dice el Obispo John F. Donoghue. "Por eso me complace comunicar cada ano el mensaje tan importante del DSA".

Ano

tras ano,

las

Santa

ponden, tambien dice nuestro Obispo "Agradezco mucho su generosidad. Sin esta ayuda suya no podriamos hacer todo lo que se hace". Este llamado a contribuir se hace por toda la diocesis, hasta las misiones mas pequenas, agrega el obispo. "Aun los que no tienen mucho dinero responden y asf pueden ayudar a alguien que esta mas necesitado que ellos. Lo hacen una y mas veces". del llamado del

ano 93 es alcanzar$1.75 millondedolares, 10 por ciento de aumento comparado con $ 1 .57 millon del aho pasado. Este aumento es el resultado del contfnuo crecimiento de la poblacion catolica en la diocesis, nos dice Jim Kelley, director de esta campana. Mientras haya mas personas crecen

Ana en

Charlotte.

Los servicios y ministerios que mantiene el DSA son el brazo derecho de las parroquias aqui en la parte occidental de Carolina del Norte. Si cada una de las parroquias mirara como estas agencias afectan a muchos de sus programas, varian la importancia de apoyarlos en sus finanzas. Esta campana no es una colecta mas que va a log necesitados de tierras lejanas".parroco de la es una colecta mas que va a los El promedio del regalo ofrecido por cada familia en 1992 fue de $126, mas que lo dado en el ano anterior de $122. Mas de la mitad de las familias de la

personas res-

Juan.

La meta

ministerios variados, desde servicios

multiculturales y ministerios especiales.

necesidad, son

trabajaron en la reconstruction de una casa para

pobres.

diocesis ofrecieron sus donativos.

"Esperamos pasar del 50 por ciento este ano y continuar subiendo" dice Kelley.

"Como la gente continua comprometiendose a vivir compartiendo su tesoro, su tiempo y sus talentos, esto

campana del lo demas de la la

el.

El DSA provee el costo del presupuesto de los Servicios Sociales Catolicos, quienes atienden a mas de 6,000 personas al ano. Como resultado de este beneficio, se han podido abrir las oficinas de Charlotte, Asheville y Winston-Salem.

"Nuestra presencia en estas oficinas nos permite ayudar en el area a familias necesitadas de consejeria, a mujeres en conta, a familias de diversas culturas y a parejas que desean adoptar hijos" dice la Hermana Frances Sheridan, directora de los Servicios Sociales. DSA tambien provee ministerios especiales, como Respeto a la Vida, Retirados Catolicos invitados a participar en ministerios especiales, Planificacion Familiar y Vida Familiar. Por lo tanto, casi todos los miembros de las parroquias estan siendo afectados por el DSA, dice la Hermana Francisca. .

Debido

reconocimiento del

Servicio Social Catolico a niveles local, estatal

y nacional, ha podido obtener

contratos con el gobierno, por ejemplo,

por su trabajo con los refugiados. Sin

ayuda financiera del DSA, el Servicio Social Catolico no hubiera obtenido otras fuentes del ingreso, que se equilibran con los aportes del DSA, dice Sister Frances. El Padre Ed Wilkauskas, director de

evangelizacion, dice que esta

campana

anual refuerza en las parroquias la mision central de la Iglesia,

que es compartir la

fe.

La Oficina de Evangelizacion, por los fondos del DSA, es capaz de ofrecer talleres anuales, seminarios en las parroquias, oradores y materiales que ayudan a todos a profundizar en la vida espiritual, asf como atraer a otros a la verdadera fe. "Cada parroquia esta continuamente tratando de mantener la fe de la gente y

medio de

Maria Flynn con una actitud de servicio reparte en un pasadi'a al aire libre.

almuerzo a

los jovenes

que participaron

mismo tiempo

recibiendo a

otrc

nuevos dentro de la comunidad de fe alcanzando mas alia a la sociedad p( medio de su testimonio del Evangeli puesto en accion" dice el Padi

U C,

Vilkauskas. "Este esfuerzo constantet

una participation en la evangelizacion La Evangelizacion es un responsabilidad de todos los fiele Muchos, como Elizabeth Boulus Joanna Jackson, lo hacen por amor. Boulus, graduada del programa d Ministros Laicos tambien sostenido p( el DSA, dice que el fin de su vida ( servir a Dios y a los demas. "Trabajar por el Senor es lo importante que una persona puede hacei dice ella.

Boulus, lectora y ministro de James en Concord,

eucaristfa en St.

servido en el consejo pastoral de

educacion religiosa. P< 25 ahos ella trabajo en la contabilidad en las computadoras de la escuela sup< iglesia y en la

Sagrado Corazon en Belmon Ahora ofrece sus talentos allf en Convento del mismo lugar. rior

â&#x20AC;˘

Jackson es la coordinadora de educacion religiosa en la iglesia de

Inmaculada

Concepcion

Hendersonville. Ella dice que dedica traer el amor de Jesus en las vidas de h

que se estan formando, interrogando renovando su fe". Jackson contribuye con su tiempo talentos a la obra de Oficina c Formation de la Fe, la cual esta sostenio por

DSA.

"Siendo coordinadora me permi faciliar el desarrollo de la fe en otros e diversos niveles, desde las creencias practicas de la vida diaria, hasta la gn variedad de experiencias de arte, musii que llevan a la oration y la litui donde se encuentra a Dios", dice el "Creo que es lo mas interesante qi pueda hacer en mi vida" dice Jackso El DSA hace posible entrenarla mantenerla en su ministerios.

The Catholic News

Ibruary 5, 1993

Why They Support

three Parishioners Tell FRANK GRAHAM

Christ the King

Ch urch. High lics,

As Cathowe are called

to love

one an-

One of the best ways we can do

that

to give

of our time and treasure to help

other people, particularly those in

need.

Support Appeal

The Dioc-

an excellent

way

can

|)w

that

and change

ople

for the

many

received Point

other.

jter.

of serving; the

our parish the profes-

sional staff required for

some

diocese, but

vices and others.

Yet

con-

ministe-

Yet,

vices.

They

DSA,

college

campuses

are

believe that

represent others in ev-

young men and

ery parish

women

demanding lives at home and at work, and

over 6,000 people each year.

Many people

are surprised that so

y Catholics receive help from CSS tuse we don't know about or see the

as they of-

ten wrestle with their Catholic faith.

We,

in the

area, are fortunate

ors or fellow parishioners that they

Campus

going to get help.

have been fortunate enough to some of the imporwork our social services staff does. I particularly remember the time I with Rosemary Martin, our past ictor of the Winston Salem Office of I

that funds

Social Services, as she pro-

important for our college students.

As a

Christian,

feel

we have

always drop his

others, especially those less fortunate.

feel

important to remember

not

give, whatever

really

how much we

give.

We must also give in the spirit of

— love

love

She not only gave them but she also gave them hope. I feel good about helping people if it's in ways I'll never see, and the ^ gives me an opportunity to do that.

Church.

for Christ

—

love for His

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of the most im-

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We have reached that point our life where we feel it is time to give back some of our good fortune, not only monetarily, but also through sharing of our time and talents. Contributing to the DSA, as well as St. Elizabeth Church, gives me an opportunity to do this. The funds collected by the DSA support the important and essential ministries conducted at the diocesan level. They include ministries that our parish could not do as a single unit. While we have many hard working, talented and unselfish volunteers busy in our with others.

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hours despite family demands. Mary Lou Sossoman advocates tirelessly on behalf of Guatemala workers and their families in our area.

ny people do so jl

from God, a good

recently, two wonderful grandchildren. Through the grace of God, our business has done well and my husband and I have been able to share our good fortune

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Diocesan News Briefs

Mary Church starts Sunday, Feb. 7 at

3 p.m.

weekend Feb. 19-21. The weekend

CHARLOTTE— All Saints CathoSchool Athletic Association is sponsoring a raffle for one year's tuition at any MACS school Tickets are $ 1 0 each. The drawing is Feb. 27. For more information, call (704) 544-2070.

designed to deepen marriage spirituality by praying the Scriptures as a couple. For more information or to register,

lic

call

Ben or Gladys Whitehouse

Recital

BELMONT— Benedictine Brother in

St.

Joseph

Louisiana, will present a pi-

ano recital in the Haid Theatre at Belmont Abbey College Feb. 7 at 2 p.m. Brother Duggan has twice won first prize in the Johann Sebastian Bach International Competition for pianists. A former member of the Carnegie Mellon Trio and an assistant chorus master for the Pittsburgh Opera Company, he has also appeared with the American Chamber Orchestra and the New Orleans Symphony. Sponsored by the Belmont Abbey Monastery, the recital is free.

Marriage Encounter ter

weekend

Center

The Refugee

— A Marriage Encoun-

the Catholic Conference

Feb. 26-28.

proved communication. For more information and registration, call Tom or Emilie Sandin at (919) 274-4424.

Charismatic Day Of Renewal

CHARLOTTE

—

St.

Thomas

Aquinas Church, 1400 Suther Rd., is sponsoring a Charismatic Day of Renewal Saturday, Feb. 27 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The leaders are Bobbie and Hugo May and Deloris Stevenson. The day will consist of music, praise and worship, various aspects of the Charismatic renewal and its application, the Eucharist, Scripture and prayer. Cost is $8, payable at the door. Bring a bag lunch.

Marriage Retorno

GREENSBORO—

The Franciscan Center is sponsoring a marriage Retorno

Upcoming

and soda. Beer and wine will available at an additional charge. Cost is $5 for an adult, $3 for a child 1 2 and under and $20 for a family of two adults and four or more children 1 2 and

appreciated.

For information, callBarbara Collins (704) 568-8806.

Healing Mass

under.

—

THOMASVILLE Our Lady of Highways Church is having a parish healing Mass Tuesday, Feb. 9 at 7 p.m. The sacrament of anointing for the sick

For more information, call the school 748-8252 or the church office at (919) 724-0561. office at (919)

the

for Catholics

and healing prayer for

Mass. First

St. Philip the

Apostle Church will observe the First World Day of the Sick Feb. 1 1 with a healing service at 7 p.m. The service

Feb.

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ing the sick.

Sock Hop

HENDERSONVILLE

tual

ception will follow the service.

For more information, call the church office at (704) 872-2579.

OWLS CHARLOTTE— The St. Gabriel's OWLS (Older, Wiser, Livelier Seniors) meeting

Wednesday, Feb. 17

a.m. in the fellowship hall.

Day

at 11

A Valentine's

will be

guided mediations.

While the rily for

retreat is intended prim; catechuments, their sponso

and teachers, anyone interested in t spiritual journey is invited. The director is Monsignor Chest Michael, retreat director of the Dioce: of Richmond, Va.

The suggested donation is $75 son and $140 per couple. For mo information, write to Living Wate Catholic Reflection Center, 1420 Soc Rd., Maggie Valley, NC 28751 orcj (704) 926-3833. Sweetheart Dinner Dance

— The

CHARLOTTE

St.

Ann

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catered lunch will be served.

Overeaters

Cost is $5 for members, $7.50 for non-members. Reservations are necessary.

To make

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CHARLOTTE— New Beginnings, club, will

meet

Sunday, Feb. 14 at 2 p.m. in the Catholic Center, 1524 E. Morehead St., in the conference room. For more information, call the center at (704) 331-1720, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.

— Want

a fellowship of people recover-

Anyone seek-

ing a solution to this problem is welcome. There are no dues or fees. The group meets every Wednesday at St. James Church at 9:30 a.m. For more information, call Kathy at (704) 784-2079.

Beginnings

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widows and widowers

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reservations, call (704)

847-3890 by Feb.

— Immacu-

Conception Church and Immaculata School are sponsoring a Sock Hop with dancing, singing and a Karaoke singalong in the school gym Feb. 13 from 7 p.m. to 1 1 p.m. Bring out those poodle skirts and black leather jackets. Tickets are $15 per person or $25 per couple. Tickets can be purchased in the school or church offices. For more information, call Susan Fazio at (704) 697-5410. late

re-

veloping a deep, intimate relationsh: with Jesus. Throughout the retreat, thei

ner Dance" Saturday, Feb. 13. Music f

(704)622-7366.

in need of physical or spirihealing, their families and caregivers, and healthcare personnel are

history

from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For information and reservations,

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center in the

Women's and Men's Clubs are hostii a St. Valentine's Day "Sweetheart Di

contact the Jesuit

evening prayer and anoint-

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men

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Diocesan Support Appeal Parish Targets Charlotte Vicariate

St. Michael Church, Gastonia Goal: $45,148

Arden Goal: $28,173

Our Lady of the Assumption Church Goal: $26,248

St.

Eugene Church,

Greensboro Vicariate

Asheville

Our Lady of Consolation Church

Goal: $28,523

Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, Christ the

Goal: $18,898 St. St.

Ann Church

Goal: $55,473

Immaculate Conception Church, Canton Goal: $1,923

King Church,

High Point

Joan of Arc Church,

Goal: $6,123

Asheville

Goal: $16,973

Our Lady of Guadalupe Church, Holy Infant Church,

St.

Gabriel Church

Goal: $163,622

John Neumann Church Goal: $67,373

Goal: $6,823

Our Lady of the Mountains Church, Immaculate Heart of Mary Church, High Point Goal: $37,798

Jude Church, Sapphire Valley Goal: $4,023 St.

St.

Matthew Church

Lawrence Church,

St.

Patrick Cathedral

Goal: $57,223

Our Lady of Grace Church,

Robbinsville

Greensboro Goal: $63,523

Goal: $698

Goal: $21,523

St.

Goal: $72,448 St.

Margaret Mary Church,

Swannanoa

Franklin

Thomasville Goal: $9,623

Goal: $12,423

Goal: $10,323

Boone

Peter Church

Benedict Church,

Greensboro Goal: $10,673

Vicariate

Goal: $37,623

Goal: $24,148

Church of the Epiphany, Blowing Rock Goal: $873

Vincent de Paul Church Goal: $58,798

Linville

St.

Goal: $6,648

Eden

St.

Thomas Aquinas Church

St.

Joseph Church, Bryson City Goal: $2,273

Joseph Church,

Asheboro Goal: $12,773

Bernadette Church,

St.

Joseph of the Hills Church,

St.

Goal: $4,723

Elizabeth Church, St.

Biscoe Goal: $2,448

Goal: $17,673

Greensboro Goal: $15,398

Our Lady of the Annunciation

Sparta

St.

Church, Albemarle Goal: $14,873

Goal: $2,973

Greensboro Goal: $60,548

St.

Frances of

Rome

Mary Church, Sylva Goal: $7,348 St.

Mary Church,

Boone

Church,

St.

Paul the Apostle Church,

Winston-Salem Vicariate Pius Tenth Church,

St.

Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Monroe

Goal: $2,623

Greensboro Goal: $47,423

Goal: $13,648

John Baptist de North Wilkesboro Goal: $6,298 St.

la Salle

Good Shepherd Church, King

Church,

Wadesboro Goal: $873

Lucien Church, Spruce Pine Goal: $4,548 St.

St.

Stephen Church,

Elkin

Hickory Vicariate Holy Angels Church, Taylorsville

Holy Cross Church,

Our Lady of the Angels Church,

Kernersville

Marion Goal: $3,848

Goal: $28,348

Goal: $2,798

James Church, Hamlet Goal: $6,473

Christ the

Joseph Church, Kannapolis

Holy Spirit Church, Denver

St.

Goal: $10,498

Lenoir

St.

Holy Family Church, St.

King Church, Kings Mountain Goal: $3,148

Mt. Airy Goal: $6,648

Goal: $2,448

St. James Church, Concord Goal: $28,173

Gastonia Vicatiate

Goal: $2,973

Holy Trinity Church,

Salisbury

William Church,

Murphy Goal: $6,648

Francis of Assisi Church,

Jefferson

Sacred Heart Church,

Margaret Church,

Maggie Valley

Goal: $7,873

Our Lady of the Americas Church,

Goal: $37,623

St. John Church, Waynesville Goal: $9,448

St.

Albermarle Vicariate

Sacred Heart Church,

Francis of Assisi Church,

Our Lady of the Highways Church,

St. St.

Highlands Goal: $6,298 Prince of Peace Church,

Asheville St.

Cherokee Goal: $1,748

Reidsville

John Church, Tryon Goal: $10,148 St.

St.

St. Luke Church, Mint Hill Goal: $18,723

Hayesville

Goal: $5,598

Aloysius Church,

Hickory Goal: $34,648

Clemmons Goal: $48,998

Our Lady of Fatima Church, St.

Charles Borromeo Church,

Morganton

Winston-Salem Goal: $19,773

Goal: $12,423 St. i

iGoal: $3,498

Our Lady of Mercy Church Francis of Assisi Church,

Winston-Salem Goal: $34,648

Goal: $8,748

Asheville Vicariate Immaculate Conception Church,

Sacred Heart Church, Brevard

|Goal: $19,773

Sacred Heart Church,

St.

Goal: $7,348

Newton

jSt.

Andrew

the Apostle Church,

(Mars Hill iGoal: $4,548 St.

Barnabas Church,

Lexington Goal: $10,498

Goal: $11,373

Queen of the Apostles Church, Belmont

St.

Goal: $18,198

Statesville

St.

Philip the Apostle Church,

Benedict the

Moor Church,

Winston-Salem Goal: $7,348

Goal: $19,773 St.

Dorothy Church,

Lincolnton Goal: $10,148

Burnsville

Goal: $2,098

Joseph Church,

Forest City H Hendersonville

Goal: $61,423

Our Lady of the Rosary Church,

Immaculate Conception Church,

Helen Church, Spencer Mountain Goal: $1,398

Francis of Assisi Church, Mocksville Goal: $4,898 St.

Therese Church, Mooresville Goal: $23,098 St.

St.

Mary Church,

Shelby Goal: $9,973

Smoky Mountain

Vicariate

St. Leo Church, Winston-Salem Goal: $63,873

Holy Redeemer Church, Andrews Goal: $1,923

DSA TARGET:$1,750,000

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News

Catholic

February

u&iiiolic Social Services

(from

page

How Your Gift Will Be "Sister Eileen

said

Norma. "A

lot

say an addiction

a straight shooter,"

of therapists would

symptom of a

problem, and they would want to get into all that. But we were talking about life

and death."

The matter couldn't

wait,

and

CSS

responded accordingly.

Wholistic Approach

Another specializes

Some

victims.

in helping incest

selors treat

CSS

but as

everyone

unique and different," says

dinator of counseling services for the

their help."

in the

healing process, says

things in

...

are,

Sister Eileen. "It's a variable you can't measure."

Lord can aid

many

common

The Watsons (not name) have

tionship with the

Ministriel

six to eight sessions, says

'There were times felt as if was hanging in there by my fingernails and they (CSS) were there for us. don't know if could have made it without

A person's rela-

Educational

Depending upon the nature of the problem and the client's motivation, treatment can last a few weeks or a year or more. However, the average length of

address a person's physical and spiri-

44% -

Social Service Ministries

counseling.

needs. They also

tual health.

Sister Eileen.

counmore than psychological

Christian therapists,

31%

are specialists in family

"All of us have so

Shared With Others:

dealing with chemical dependencies.

treatment

5, 19'

their real

used the service sev-

once to

eral times,

learn how to deal with

Eileen Sister McLoughlin, coor-

an alcoholic son, an-

other time to help them with a schizophrenic and manic de-

Charlotte office.

pressive son, who was

Occasionally a therapist will pray with a person seeking help, particularly if the client wants to

also drinking.

work on forgiveness, says Sister Eileen. Referred by friends, pastors or other agencies, people

come

CSS

for help

dealing with anxiety, depression or any

number of family problems, including incest or emotional abuse. Others

need

Then, there was Mr. Watson's bout with cancer and Mrs. Watson's development of chronic fatigue syndrome. "My husband and I were in the throes of an on-going crisis," says Mrs. Watson. "There were times I felt as if I was hanging in there by my fingernails and

help because they are living with some-

they (CSS) were there for us.

one who is drug or alcohol dependent, and they feel trapped and helpless. Whatever the reason, they'll find a caring person. The staff includes one full-time and four part-time therapists. "I have never seen a more caring group of people in my life," said Bar-

know

bara Evans,

who volunteered at CSS for

three years.

"They go out of their way to help They don't look at it as a job. They look at it as a mission." Evans left CSS this year afer being people.

could have made their support and help." if I

their other son's

mental

She learned not only how

degrees in either counseling or social work. Two are members of the Ameri-

can Association of Marriage and Family Therapists.

One

therapist

works with families

The Diocesan Support Appeal

page

2'^

Most people contribute by making a pledge, payable over five months. ways to give, says Jim Kelley, director of development, such

Kelley encourages people to consider supporting the present but also in the future through such

how

means

DSA not only in f£

as wills and trusts.

"Bequests may be made several ways. First to the DSA alone. SccondBfl DSA agency such as Catholic Social Services. Third to a program within DSA agency, such as Adoption Services which is part of CSS," says Kelley a

"This allows people to give now and to give later. "For more information d and trusts, call Jim Kelley at (704) 331-1709 or 377-6871.

wills

1993

DSA Agency Phone Number]

to deal

to pray

improvements

CRISM Family Life Ministry

Social Services Administration Disaster Relief Natural Family Planning Parish Outreach

life."

Fees for services are charged on a sliding basis, depending upon a person's ability to pay. A large part of the funding for CSS more than $400,000 a year is provided by the Diocesan Support Appeal.

—

Persons with Disabilities Prison Ministry Respect Life Stepping Stones Widowed, Separated, Divorced Social Services/Asheville Office Social Services/Charlotte Office Social Services/Winston-Salem Office

Family Life (from

a call to give financial support to

Social Services Ministries

that in turn has led to

there are other

"My spiritual life was enriched, and other areas of

Cost

Ministries

agencies and ministries.

with her lost Catholic faith, Mrs. Watson with problems, but also

4% - DSA

Special

donating stocks and bonds.

go back to CSS," says Mrs. Watson. "They are there and available." A side benefit was getting in touch says.

Multi-cultural

Ways To Give

don't

illness.

again, she says.

go back to my volunteer work for CSS," she says. All the counselors have masters

without

Ministries

"When I need a boost, I can call and

Hospital's volunteer auxiliary, a post to the opportunity to

The Watsons learned about "tough love" for their alcoholic son after he was arrested for a DUI (Driving Under the Influence). They also learned to accept

elected president of the Presbyterian

she will hold for a year. "I look forward

14%

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1 1

Educational Ministries retreat has

groups,

Campus

spawned parish support

much

Ministry Catholic Schools Office Evangelization Ministry Faith Formation Office Justice and Peace Ministry Religious Education Ministry Young Adult Ministry Youth Ministry Lay Ministry Office of Worship

like Pathfinders.

Throughout the year, Family Life meets the needs of families. During the Christmas season, the Family Life office resembles Santa's workshop. "We coordinate some of the parish 'giving tree' efforts," says Anklin.

Family Life coordinates gifts with families in

need.

Perhaps one of the most celebrated programs of Family Life is the annual celebration of 25th and 50th anniversary Mass. Couples celebrating silver and gold anniversaries are invited to renew their vows during a Mass celebrated by Bishop John F. Donoghue. The festivities continue with a reception complete with wedding cake. Anklin says family participation is encouraged. "Couples appreciate it very much, especially those celebrating

Anklin.

50 years," says

Multicultural Ministries African American Ministry Hispanic/Migrant Evangelization Hispanic/ Migrant Outreach Asheville Celebrating the 25th and 50th wedding anniversaries of Catholics in the diocese Ministry, funded by the

Charlotte.

919-697-240 704-335-12?

704-255-01461 919-727-0705 704-333-5029

the responsibility of Family Life

DSA. Bishop Donoghue,

assisted

coordinator Jane Anklin, congratulates one of the happy

couples

Winston-Salem Vietnamese Ministry

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an annual ceremony

at St.

Patrick Cathedral in

Photo by

WOODY SMITH

Special Ministries

Diocesan Pastoral Council Media Center Permanent Diaconate

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