March 27, 1998

March 27, 1998

2 The Catholic News & Herald

Gift Means ·Secure Future Planned Giving An Act Of Stewardship, Says New For Greensboro Parish Diocesan Director

By MIKE KROKOS Editor GREENSBORO - From its earli­ est days, Our Lady of Grace Church has been blessed with generous parishioners and families.

Established in 1952 with monies donated by Julian Price, a Baptist, as a loving memorial to his late wife, Ethel Price, a convert to Catholicism, the par­ ish has witnessed steady growth over the years and currently consists of more than 1,600 households; it has always had a descendant of the Prices as part of its church family as well.

When the parish celebrated its 25th anniversary in 1977, Joseph M. and Kathleen Bryan - the latter of whom is the daughter of Ethel and Julian Price donated money with which the "Jubilee organ" and its gallery were dedicated.

Although not Catholic, Bryan was always supportive of his wife's parish.

The Bryans' three children, Joseph Jr., Nancy and Kay, were all brought up in the Catholic faith as well, and each year, Bryan Sr. would make a donation to OLG in honor of his wife. That practice of giv­ ing back to the church continued even after his wife passed away in 1984.

When Bryan died in 1995, he left a bequest of $200,000 to Our Lady of Grace Church. Through his gift, the Jo­ seph M. Bryan Sr. Endowment Fund was established last June in the Foundation of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Char­ lotte. The distributable income from the endowment provides for the maintenance and enhancement of church property. An additional $100,000 donated several years earlier by his son, parishioner Jo­ seph M. Bryan Jr., was added to the en­ dowment fund as well.

Marian Father Mark Lamprich, pas­ tor of Our Lady of Grace Church, said through the Bryans' generosity, the par­ ish can plan more effectively for the fu­ ture.

"The endowment will enable us to make repairs and additions to our build­ ings without our annual budget being affected," Father Lamprich said. "It will allow the parish to continue its minis-

tries, including outreach, and fund the parish school without having to be con­ cerned about how we're going to replace a broken boiler or fix a leaky roof.

"The church is unique, and its archi­ tectural style, structure, and history are unique as well. It would be difficult to build a church similar to Our Lady of Grace today," he added, "and Mr. Bryan's generosity will enable the par­ ish to maintain the beauty of its struc­ tures for years to come."

The current Bryan endowment totals more than $372,000. The gift will con­ tinue to generate funds for the church, because as an endowment, the principal is never used. The number of endow­ ments in the Foundation is up to 43 and the total assets of the diocesan Founda­ tion are at $4.7 million.

"Through his gift, Mr. Bryan left a legacy that will allow Our Lady of Grace to continue to grow and meet the needs of the parish in perpetuity," said Jim Kelley, executive director of the Foun­ dation.

More and more parishioners across the diocese are following the example of Mr. Bryan's legacy by remembering the church in their estate plans. Kelley added that individuals establishing en­ dowments take another step in living out the life of stewardship. "Just as we make gifts from our monthly income, we also have an opportunity to give from the ac­ cumulated assets to endow the church of the Diocese of Charlotte," he said.

As parishes plan for the future, Fa­ ther Lamprich encourages them to con­ sider creating an endowment. "The ex­ penses of operating a parish and running the physical plant are high," he said. "An endowment like ours is very beneficial; monies are earmarked for the buildings which enables us to invest in the people."

By JIMMY ROSTAR Staff Writer CHARLOTTE - The newest staff member of the diocesan office of devel­ opment sees her role as two-fold: to raise parishioners' awareness of the importance of wills and estate plan­ ning in taking care of their loved ones, and to offer support in deci­ sions regarding stew­ ardship of assets.

Cindy Rice was re­ cently hired as diocesan director of planned giv­ ing, a part-time position created to assist indi­ viduals in those two ar­ eas.

"From a steward­ ship perspective, I think a planned giving pro­ gram is really an indi­ cator of whether a parish has fully em­ braced the stewardship way of life," Rice says. "Stewardship addresses not only giving our time, talent and income, but also includes giving from our accumu­ lated assets and possessions. All of these are gifts from God." A graduate of Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Fla., having majored in legal assistant studies, Rice has lived in the Charlotte area for five years. Be­ fore her position with the Diocese of Charlotte, she worked for three-and-a­ half years in the development office at Davidson College.

She is active in stewardship efforts and music ministry at her parish, St. Mark Church in Huntersville.

As diocesan director of planned giv­ ing, Rice's primary responsibilities are For information about the Founda­ tion or establishing an endowment, con­ presenting estate planning seminars tact Jim Kelley, executive director of the throughout western North Carolina and Foundation, 1123 S. Church St., Char­ lotte, N.C. 28203, or call (704) 370-3301.

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following up with individuals who may wish to consider leaving a portion of their estate to a Catholic parish, school or agency. Donors may also designate the diocesan Foundation or the Diocese of Charlotte itself.

An attorney co-pre­ sents at each seminar with Rice. The next planned giving seminar is at Our Lady of Grace Church in Greensboro on April 23. Rice, who has already led three of 10 seminars planned through early summer, anticipates conducting 20 each year.

She says the semi­ nars are useful tools in an age of ever-changing tax laws and high per­ centages of people dy­ ing without wills. "A will is our means of giving the final in­ struction of what we want done with our worldly possessions, and it's a way to carry out the values we've lived our lives by," she adds. "In fact, if people die with­ out a will, the government decides how their assets are distributed.

"I think that one of the greatest ser­ vices of these seminars is getting the ·message out to people that estate plan-

See Planned Giving, page 8

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THE PRINCIPAL'S COUNCIL

By Patricia Murphy, Principal, Our Lady of the Assumption

The task of making the transition from parish schools to regional schools seemed enormous. With expertise of parents and teachers and the leadership of the Dr. Michael Scube, the MACS School Board and our building princi­ pals, the MACS Regional System has become a reality. The principals from the seven schools: Sister Paulette Williams, Charlotte Catholic High School; Jerry Healy, Holy Trinity Catholic Middle School; Besty Desnoyer, All Saints; Sr. Helene Nagle, St. Ann; Patricia Murphy, Our Lady of the Assumption; the Rev. Mr. Fred Dobbins, St Gabriel; and Janice Ritter, St. Patrick make up the Principal's Council. . They meet at least twice a month, working together on

budgeting, curriculum, textbooks, special programs, coordi­ nating regional activities such as the Spelling Bee, profes­ sional development for teachers, retreat days, admissions, facilities, diocesan issues and other areas.

This group of educators brings a high level of profes­ sionalism, dedication, willingness to work together and a genuine passion for providing quality Catholic Education for our students. The elementary school principals work together and in collaboration with the middle and high school principals. They are a source of encouragement and support for each other.

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TEACHER'S COUNCIL

By Corry Broxterman, Our Lady of the Assumption

Seven Schools in seven different locations scattered through out the city - how can everyone keep open lines of communication? Even with today's technology, faxes, memos, phone calls, E-mails aren't enough. System-wide concerns need to be discussed among the schools, who better to represent the school, but the teachers. In 1992, a representative group was formed by teachers in MACS. This council is authorized by the MACS School Board. The MACS Teachers' Council is a forum for teacher representatives to meet to discuss issues of shared interest.

The Teachers' Council is made up of one teacher representative from each respective school. The council is knowledgeable of the organizational structure of the Diocese and the regionalized organizational structure of the schools. This group meets once a month to discuss current issues that affect each school. They discuss programs in existence in the schools and the future directions of these programs. The Teachers' Council works on issues ranging from teacher professional days, teacher salaries, report cards, school calendar, progress reports, absentee/tardy policy, and many more issues that teachers and schools face on a daily basis. Each teacher is the liaison to take back information to share with each· individual's school staff.

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The members of the council are Corry Broxterman, Our Lady of the Assumption; Nancy Iyoob, St. Ann; Ann Parks, Holy Trinity, Nikki Doule, St. Gabriel; Cathey Surridge, All Saints; Barbara Bachmeyer, St. Patrick; Frank Delamere, Charlotte Catholic High School; Sr. Helene Nagel, Principal Representative; and Joan Stretch, MACS Board Member.

This grou1 f teachers, volunteer their time and energy to keep alive the dedicated spirit of sacrifice that has been passed on to us, that we may inspire our children with the ideal of service as we have been inspired and challenged by those who once walked where we stand today.

THE HOLY TRINITY FAITH ADVISORY COMMITTEE: A PARENT COMMUNITY CF BELIEVERS

By Diane Hoefling, Chairperson

The Holy Trinity Faith Advisory Committee is unique since it is the first of its kind in the MACS system. It consists of parents taking an active role in the faith related activities of a diocesan middle school. Its purpose is to help promote a strong Catholic identity within the school that will deepen the faith of the students, parents and faculty. All this is possible only with the guidance and encouragement of the principal and assistance from the school chaplain and the religion departments.

From the beginning, Principal Jerry Healy and the committee has recognized the need for stronger involve­ ment of parents in their children's understanding and practice of their Catholic faith. We believe this will ulti­ mately strengthen families and enhance the Christian atmosphere of the campus. With emphasis on frequent reception of the Sacraments, awareness of Catholic tradi­ tions and a deeper respect for God's gift of life, the com­ mittee is involved in a variety of activities to promote these goals. It chooses a religious theme for the school year, helps with special liturgies, provides speakers and programs for students and parents, promotes Christian music and reading material and encourages Christian integrity in sports activities.

With the current theme, "Surrounding Our World With Respect Through Faith," emphasis is divided on respect for

human life (fall), consideration of others (winter), and respect for oneself as a child of God (spring). Respect Life Month is celebrated in October with a special Mass which includes the Young Voices for Life Club, an outdoor "Life Chain," a pro-life speaker and daily prolife reflections.

Students become aware of others as Christmas approaches by participating in "Soles for Souls" (shoes for the poor) on All-Souls Day, "Penny Wars" for Room at the Inn (home for pregnant single mothers) and donating items for Sr. Bessie's children.

Spring emphasizes the uniqueness of each student through programs such as "God Doesn't Make Junk," an upcoming chas­ tity speaker/program and Lenten devo­ tions. With prayer as our central focus we also appreciate the Moms in Touch in­ volved with our committee.

STUDENTS FROM HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC MIDDLE SCHOOL CELEBRATE "RESPECT LIFE MONTH" IN OCTOBER AND ONE OF THE ACTIVITIES IS A "LIFE CHAIN.".

In the challenging atmosphere of a middle school and in light of today's world, our students need a greater aware­ ness of their faith in order to be "counter-cul­ tural." As a parent committee we appreciate the special opportunity given to us at Holy Trinity.

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[arch 27, 1998

-Entertainment ''Primary Colors'' Is Sluggishly Paced Despite Colorful p

By GERRI PARE NEW YORK (CNS) - A presi­ dential hopeful turns to his campaign team to help him dodge character is­ sues in the thinly disguised novel­ tumed-movie, "Primary Colors" (Uni­ versal).

In author Joe Klein's tale of a sup­ posedly fictional Southern governor's presidential primary campaign, every­ one saw President Clinton in candidate Jack Stanton.

Now, with the ongoing allegations about sexual misconduct, the movie seems positively eerie, in no small part due to John Travolta's uncanny rendi­ tion of Stanton as a Clinton clone.

With the skilled team of writer Elaine May and director Mike Nichols, the movie keenly observes the politi­ cal process as it clashes with personal ethics. It's not nearly as successful as a character study. In fact, most of the players are sketched superficially, with more attention given to driving the plot forward.

The story is seen from the perspec­ tive of an idealistic African-American, Henry Burton (Adrian Lester), who 'becomes Gov. Jack Stanton's cam­ paign manager after he is convinced Stanton truly cares about the common man.

More concerned about winning is

Videos

The following are home videocassette reviews from the U.S. Catholic Conference Office for Film and Broad­ casting. Each videocassette is available on VHS format.

Theatrical movies on video have a U.S. Catholic Con­ ference classification and Motion Picture Association of America rating. All reviews indicate the appropriate age group for the video audience.

"Eye of God" (1997) Brooding drama set in rural Okla­ homa where a distraught, orphaned teen (Nick Stahl) is befriended by a troubled young woman (Martha Plimpton) who has married a born­ again ex-con (Kevin Anderson) de­ spite his refusal to reveal the crime for which he was imprisoned. Writer-di­ rector Tim Blake Nelson builds the mystery-laden narrative to a shatter­ ing climax in a tale of psychotic mad­ ness hiding behind fundamentalist ravings. Brief violence with grisly shots of corpses, an explicit abortion scene, fleeting nudity and some rough language as well as profanity. The

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self-proclaimed strategist Richard Jemmons (Billy Bob Thornton), who rec­ ognizes their main problem is Stanton's weakness for women.

Savvy wife Susan Stanton (Emma Thompson) fiercely defends her husband in public while privately alternating be­ tween anger and anguish.

During the New Hampshire primary, Stanton survives claims of an affair made by his wife's former hairdresser, but the team decides they must uncover all of the skeletons in his closet to defend him should other indiscretions be revealed, as indeed they are.

A new teammate for the task is called in, Libby Holden (Kathy Bates), a long­ time friend and loyal political ally of the Stantons.

What she eventually uncovers tests both her and Burton's faith in their can­ didate and drives one to a desperate act when the Stantons reveal their true col.­ ors, fired by their steely determination to reach the Oval Office.

At almost two-and-a-half hours, this comedy with serious undertones is slug­ gishly paced despite some colorful per­ formances.

Travolta's Stanton has Clinton's look and mannerisms down pat, buthis char­ acter seems a blank on any intellectual level. Some may find it a multilayered performance conveying a flawed man

U.S. Catholic Conference classification is A-IV -adults, with reservations. The Motion Picture Association of America rating is R -restricted.

"I Know What You Did Last Summer" (1997) Formula thriller in which four teens accidentally kill a pedestrian and hide his body, then a year later begin receiving threatening notes from an unknown sender whom they try to identify in hopes of saving their lives. Directed by Jim Gillespie, the manipulative proceedings elicit the expected jolts in a slickly pho­ tographed but rather gory suspense pic­ ture. Intermittent violence, fleeting sexual innuendo, some rough language and oc­ casional profanity. The U.S. Catholic Conference classification is A-III adults. The Motion Picture Association of America rating is R - restricted.

"Masterminds" (1997) Dopey thriller in which a team of armed, high-tech thugs (led by Patrick Stewart) take over a posh children's academy aiming to make a fortune in ransom money but are continually thwarted by a teen hacker (Vincent

who still wants to achieve great things for his country, while others will find it a scathing portrait of a morally bankrupt woman­ izer who oozes phony sincerity for personal political CNS photo from Miramax gain.

Joseph Cross and Rosie O'Donnell star as student and Least credible is teacher in "Wide Awake."

The U.S. Catholic Conference Bates' brash charac­ classification is A-11 - adults and adolescents. The Motion ter who would seem Picture Association of America rating is PG - parental to have no illusions guidance suggested. left after 30 years in -- - - - - � - d o w n - a n d - d i r t y �------politics, yet reacts way out of proportion own conclusions about the true moti­ when the Stantons let her down. vations of the characters and their simi­ What the movie is most adept at is . larities to real-life counterparts -if the presenting the current political climate in audience isn't already overdosed on the which personal ethics are readily dis­ subject of political scandals. missed in favor of keeping one's eyes on Because of fleeting violence includ­ the prize. ing a suicide, various implied affairs, In Nichols' hands, this end-justifies­ recurring profanity and much rough lan­ the-means approach may be seen in tragic guage, the U.S. Catholic Conference terms, which gives the movie some classification is A-III - adults. The thought-provoking substance.

Motion Picture Association of America As entertainment, seen from Burton's rating is R - restricted. very solemn perspective, its comic ele­ ments are muted and the story gets bogged Pare is on the staff of the U.S. down in campaign strategizing by Catholic Conference Office for Film Thornton's James Carville-like character. and Broadcasting.

Ultimately, viewers will draw their Kartheiser) hidden in their midst. Di­ rected by Roger Christian, the poorly plotted story f, ures much gunfire and explosions that unrealistically hurt no one as the teen turns into a thoroughly unbelievable superhero. Much stylized violence, an instance of video piracy and several uses of profanity. The U.S. Catholic Conference classification is A­ IU -adults. The Motion Picture Asso­ ciation of America rating is PG-13 parents are strongly cautioned that some material may be inappropriate for chil­ dren under 13.

"Mimic" (1997) Creepy horror film in which hus­ band-and-wife scientists (Jeremy Northam and Mira Servino) desperately try to eradicate a colony of human-sized killer insects breeding in the subway tun­ nels of New York where homeless people have become their first victims.

Director Guillermo Del Toro's monster movie provides periodic jolts through scary special effects, but suspense ulti­ mately gives way to formula storytelling.

Recurring fantasy violence with occa­ sional rough language and profanity. The U.S. Catholic Conference classification is A-III - adults. The Motion Picture Association of America rating is R restricted.

"A Thousand Acres" (1997) Earnest but slow-moving sudser in which two sisters (Jessica Lange and Michelle Pfeiffer) battle their nasty aged

father (Jason Robards) and younger sister (Jennifer Jason Leigh) over the ownership of a rich Iowa farm. Di­ rected by Jocelyn Moorhouse, the overly contrived story of a family in conflict fails to generate much sym­ pathy from its dour collection of dark family secrets and insufferable male stereotypes. Recollections of child sexual abuse, adulterous relationships, a flash of nudity and a few instances of rough language and profanity. The U.S. Catholic Conference classifica­ tion is A-III -adults. The Motion Pic­ ture Association of America rating is R -restricted.

"Three Lives and Only One Death" (1996) Surrealist tale of a man (Marcello Mastroianni) who leads fom lives as a traveling salesman, a professor, a but­ ler and a dying businessman whose wandering mind suggests the link be­ tween the four personalities. Raul Ruiz's elegant French production re­ counts stories about each man in tum, involving them in absurd events with characters to match, though there is no logical connection between them other than as imaginative variations on the human possibilities'of a fictional char­ acter. Subtitles. Sexual situations and innuendo. The U.S. Catholic Confer­ ence classification is A-III - adults.

Not rated by the Motion Picture Asso­ ciation of America.

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c5agrado Corazon heaters for warmth, it was utilized as the church for eight years.

Eventually, an acre of land and a building that once housed a restaurant were purchased along Route 601 south of Dobson. The Hispanic community renovated the building, and on Dec. 12, Sagrado Corazon de Jesus 1993, the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe, members gathered for the Rt. 601 first Mass celebrated there.

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John Mcsweeney, then dioc­ (910) 632-8009 esan administrator, blessed and. dedi­ cated the chapel in January 1994. Mass Vicariate: Winston-Salem attendance increased with the dedication of the new church facility, and a faith formation program was begun for chil­ Administrator: dren.

Father Joseph J.'. Waters Father Joseph J. Waters, a pioneer in ministry to Hispanics in the Charlotte Mass Schedule: Diocese, has worked diligently with mi­ Saturday - 6 p:m. grant and settled families in the area for years. In addition to his Number of earishioners: 300 duties as administrator of Holy Trinity Church in Taylorsville, Father Wa­ Number of households: 75 ters travels to Dobson to celebrate Saturday DOBSON - In Dobson, the evening Mass, visit fami­ Catholic church called Sagrado lies, prepare paiishioners Corazon de Jesus offers spiritual and for the sacraments and educational outreach to a Hispanic '",,. population that has grown signifi­ cantly in the past two decades.

During tht> 1980s, many Hispan­ ics arrived in the Mount Airy and Dobson area as migrants who had come to work in the tobacco indus­ try. In time a number of Hispanics settled in the region to work at a lo­ cal chicken processing factory and at various textile industries as well.

The percentage of this population was predominantly Catholic, and the Diocese of Charlotte responded by es­ tablishing La Iglesia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus, or Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, in 1985. The local com­ munity converted a former housing facility for migrant workers into a church. Although the structure had no running water and relied on kerosene

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The Meckknberg Area Catholic Schools Regional Board ofEducation is seeking applications to fill Board positions for the 1998-99 schoolyear. The three-year tenns will begin July J, 1998. Practicing Catholics who have a child in !vfACS, intend to enroll a child in MAC5 or have previously had a child in MACS qualfyfor Board service. Individual, having MACS committee, PTO or other school experience, are particul.arly encouraged to apply by sending a resume and fetter stating why you would like to serve by April 6; 1998 to:

MACS Nominating Committee

Clo Roman Catholic Diocese of Charlotte

MACS Business Office 1123 South Church Street Charlotte, NC 28203

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transport members to and from the church if needed.

Sister Linda Scheckelhoff, a Tiffin Franciscan, joined Father Waters in ministerial outreach in 1992. For the past six years, they have promoted lay leadership, participation in lay minis­ try and formation of small Christian communities.

As the Hispanic population contin­ ues to increase in the western Pied­ mont, the Dobson community itself has outgrown the Sagrado Corazon de Jesus facility. A similar situation ex­ ists in Yadkinville to the south, where the community of Cristo Rey Catholic Hispanic Center is also in need of ex­ panded worship space. Plans are be­ ing made by both communities to con­ struct a new church midway between the two existing centers of worship.

Canonically a mis­ sion of Holy Angels Par­ ish in Mount Airy, La Iglesia del Sagrado Corazon de Jesus is composed of300 parish­ ioners.

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The Perfect Priest

Are you interested in hiring the perfect priest?

Here are vital details of the curriculum vitae:

He speaks eloquently, but for no longer than 15 minutes. He supports social justice, but never upsets anyone. He works from 7 a.m. until midnight seven days a week and always is full of energy.

He makes $100 a week, wears ex­ pensive clothes, buys quality books, drives a fancy car and con­ tributes a $150 a week to the poor.

He is 28 years old, and has 30 years experience; is great with youth and teen-agers, yet spends all of his time with senior citizens.

He smiles all the time though is seriously dedicated to his work.

He makes 15 or more daily visits to parish families, shut-ins and the hospitalized and is always in his office when needed.

If your priest does not mea· sure up, simply send this letter to six other churches that want the perfect priest, too. Then bundle up your priest and mail him to the church at the top of the chain list.

In one week you will receive 1,537 priests... and one of them will be perfect. Do not break this chain.

One church did ... and they re­ ceived back their own priest in less than two weeks!

The above was submitted to Bishop William G. Curlin by a fellow priest.

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God Calls each of us in a variety of ways. If you or someone you know feels drawn to priesthood, please write or call to find out more about serving in the Diocese of Charlotte.

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For more information: Rev. Eric Houseknecht St. Margaret Church P.O. Box 1359 Maggie Valley, NC .28751 704-926-0106 E-mail: elh@dnet.net

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