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y grandpa Leo, my dad’s father, lived most of his life in what is now the tough part of the city of Saginaw.

The neighborhood wasn’t always that way, though. I remember seeing photos of how it was when my dad was a child. It was the picture of middle America, with neatly mown lawns and well-tended hedges. Front porches were tidy and flower gardens adorned the side lawns. Grandpa’s house was no exception.

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with the tulips in April and continued with Things began to change dramatically sometime during the late 1960s and early vegetables of all kinds through September and October. The shrubs got their annual 1970s. Saginaw went through what so pruning, as did any of the flowering trees many other cities did during those years, that needed a little cleaning up. We used as suburbs expanded, small businesses to marvel at the lawn, which never looked moved away, and older neighborhoods as though it had began a steady been mowed, but decline, becoming rather as though mere shadows it had just been of their former trimmed with a selves. Suddenly, comb and scissors. there were fewer The walks were and fewer wellfrom the editor swept and both they kept homes. and the driveway Gardens began Father Dwight Ezop is editor of FAITH Magazine and pastor of St. John the Evangelist were always neatly to disappear, and in Fenton. Email: editor@FAITHpub.com. edged. the hedges were Grandpa’s care replaced with extended beyond the grounds to include security fences and bars over windows. the tools used to care for them. There was But not Grandpa’s little white house a place for everything and everything was on the corner. Each year, he tended his gardens from early spring until well into in its place, so to speak. Hand tools were the fall. The explosion of vivid color began neatly hung up and the power tools looked

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as though they had been washed and waxed. Grandpa was a good steward of his God-given talents, time and resources.

He used his stewardship to transform what could have been just another dreary corner into an oasis of simple beauty.

The seventh commandment, which forms our focus for this month, is not just about not taking what does not belong to us. It is also about being good stewards (care-takers) of what we have been given by God, in whatever form that takes. Like any father and mother, Freddy Nyembwe and his wife Aimee wanted the best for themselves and their family. When the situation in their homeland of the Democratic Republic of the Congo changed dramatically and dangerously, they fled for their lives. With the assistance of Catholic Charities and Refugee Services, they have a safe home and are rebuilding their lives. They still pray for a time when their family can be reunited and whole. With the assistance of many, Freddy and Aimee are trying to be good stewards of gifts God has given to them.

Responsible stewardship also extends to other gifts like our faith and the gift of our time. Karla Palmer and Sr. Ann Shields have some wonderful insights to share, encouraging all of us to become good stewards of God’s gifts in our lives.

The seventh commandment reminds us that what seems to be ours is truly God’s, and what is God’s is meant to be cared for and shared for the good of all. And so our journey in FAITH continues.

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younger brothers and sisters every weekend?

conflict resolution Should I serve wine at dinner when an alcoholic friend is present?

your marriage matters She says: “His parents seem to hate me at times.” He says: “They just don’t like her politics.”

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yourlife is the cornerstone of Catholic social teaching. You can be a missionary in the workplace by promoting respect in word and deed.

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My boss is constantly selling candy bars, cookies or wrapping paper to support his kids’ sports and musical activities.

I feel a lot of pressure to buy this junk – any suggestions to avoid it without jeopardizing my standing with the boss?

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Your boss’ selling to subordinates for pet causes is inappropriate.

Constant selling to peers is annoying, but not loaded. But hawking to those who report to Follow you creates precisely the presFAITH Pub sure you feel.

Addressing it directly will probably backfire. Be tactful. You could start with an occasional “No thanks” and see if your boss gets the hint. At least you’ll save a few dollars and maybe he/she one another? How do we han- might back off. But, of course, dle complaints or problems you risk some disfavor. in relationships? What are the Better yet, try declining the boundaries purchase while we will set, supporting the honor and cause. “I don’t self-monitor? really want What exactly the candy but constitutes here’s a couple gossip and bucks for what’s our more beautiwork life company ful music in Jim Berlucchi is the policy about the world.” executive director for the Spitzer Center for Ethical it?

God loves a Leadership, an educator and One simple cheerful giver, executive coach. guideline. so donate with “What would a smile. If you I say if the person I’m talkcan’t be cheery, consider it an ing about was here?” Then irksome but minor investment in speak (or don’t) accordingly. job security. And God still loves a The dignity of the individual giver, even a grumpy one.

GOSSIP AND FUNDRAISING How much is too much?

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With God all things are possible. With supervisors, some things are possible. But in this case it’s mission impossible.

Your supervisor’s goal is fantastic but an edict won’t do it. Gossip is an idle, careless and lowly form of speech. It targets people, not events or issues (innocent water cooler chit-chat). And the content is often negative, small-minded, secretive and unjust. Wher-

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ever it flourishes, gossip undermines relationships – in families, neighborhoods, workplaces and, even worse, church congregations.

As a Christian, you should support the boss 100 percent in this effort. What’s needed, however, is buy-in, not pushback (which a commandment will provoke). Buy-in requires discussion and group consensus about speech in the workplace. How do we talk about

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My supervisor has banned office gossip.

Is that even possible? How do we define gossip – is it the normal water cooler chit-chat or something else?

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conflict resolution Dr. Gelasia Marquez is a psychologist and family counselor.

Do I have to baby-sit my younger brothers and sisters EVERY WEEKEND?

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I am 17 and the oldest of five children. My parents treat me as their built-in baby-sitter every weekend. I never get a chance to make social plans because they are always busy with their friends and leaving me with my little brothers and sisters. Is it ever OK for me to say “no”?

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Often, older children in large families have many responsibilities with regard to their siblings, but it seems your family system needs to find a balance so that every member has an opportunity for outside social engagements.

Responsibilities within the family. Our catechism notes that, “The home is the natural environment for initiating a human being into solidarity and communal responsibilities.” (CCC 2224) Each family member has responsibilities. Even young children should have age-appropriate chores to help keep the household running smoothly. As children get older, their abilities change and so does the nature of their responsibilities. Over time and across cultures, older siblings have cared for their younger siblings, and it is an opportunity to learn useful skills.

Expectations of parents. Parents need to take stock of their expectations. After a long week of work, many of us long to relax! “Couple time” away from the home can enhance the marriage. However, spending time with friends is a reasonable activity for a high school student, too.

Caring for four younger siblings is a challenging task. According to the catechism, “Parents must regard their children as children of God and respect them as human persons.” (CCC 2222) Share your thoughts and feelings. Have you shared how parenting you feel with your parents? It will be more effective if you present journey your perspective in a mature way rather than complaining that, “I never get to do anything.” As we read in Colossians (4:6), “Let your Dr. Cathleen McGreal is speech always be gracious ...” Explain how much child care you a psychology feel comfortable providing each weekend, knowing there will be professor and certified spiritual variation based on your activities and those of your parents. Parents director. line up babysitters in advance when they hire outside the family.

Talk about how far ahead of time you would like your baby-sitting commitments to be arranged, keeping in mind that spontaneous needs do arise.

At 17, you may be moving out of the house soon for school or employment. This discussion is a first step in learning how to interact with your parents as a young adult. “Obedience toward parents ceases with the emancipation of the children; not so respect, which is always owed to them.” (CCC 2217) 6

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SHOULD I SERVE WINE AT DINNER when an alcoholic friend is present?

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My friend’s husband just acknowledged his alcoholism. When they come over for dinner, should we skip serving the wine we usually have on hand? Or is it up to him to control his own drinking?

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It is true that there are some people who quit drinking for a period of time, perhaps even join Alcoholics Anonymous, but later find they can return to drinking moderately.

Chances are, these drinkers may not have been alcoholics in the first place, but merely alcohol abusers or binge drinkers. For those who are truly alcoholics, however, trying to return to moderate drinking rarely is successful.

On the other hand, as Christians, we know that eating together is important; the sharing of food implies coming together and oneness. With these words in mind, you should begin the planning of a dinner with your friend and her husband with a conversation with your friend to discuss what will be the best plan for her husband regarding the serving of wine. She will be your best adviser – and most likely will appreciate your consideration.

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Justin’s parents really seem to hate me at times.

They ignore me at dinners and talk over my head as if I am not there because I disagree with them politically. Do we really have to spend Thanksgiving with them?

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They just don’t like her politics Sarah is exaggerating. My parents don’t approve of her politics, true, but they don’t actually hate her. I think they ignore her because they don’t know what to say. These are my parents and I want to see them on the holidays. I think Sarah can buck up for a few days a year.

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MONEY MANAGEMENT TIPS How do I choose worthy charities for donations? Should I research a charity’s financial practices before giving? You definitely need to do your research before giving. The main concern is to know where your money is going. Visiting an organization’s website can help you determine if your dollars will reach the charity’s “mission,” and whether a nonprofit organization is effective in accomplishing its goals. Catholic Relief Services (CRS), for example, devotes a complete page on its website to its efficiency, effectiveness and accountability, and provides links to charitable watchdog agencies that rank its effectiveness. A reputable charitable organization seeking donations should provide this type of transparency.

nfortunately for Sarah, the reality is when she married Justin she also became a member of his family, which includes the good and the bad. On How can I carry out estate planning with a Catholic perthe other hand, Justin’s suggestion to “buck up” spective? Estate planning isn’t just for rich people! There are many resonates as inconsiderate, insensitive, unloving fighting words! strategies that anyone can afford without affecting their current cash Both of them are frustrated, and rightly so. flow, lifestyle or family security. According to the Catechism of the

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Justin seems to be taking Sarah’s plight lightly, and is failing to realize that although he is accustomed to the way his parents express themselves, Sarah is not. Sarah is hurt by their actions, and it is Justin’s responsibility to inform his parents how their behavior is affecting Sarah.

Likewise, Sarah has a responsibility to be sensitive to differing points of view. To be really supportive, Justin can put himself in her shoes by asking himself, “How would I feel if it was the other way around?” The passage your in Mark 10:8 that says “…and the two marriage shall become one flesh,” means that matters words and actions against one spouse are words and actions against the other Deacon Tom spouse as well. The situation with and JoAnne Fogle help Justin’s parents is not a Sarah problem; prepare couples it is a Justin-Sarah problem. for marriage.

It would also help if Justin would let his parents know through words and actions how deeply he and Sarah care for each other. When parents see their married children happy and supportive of each other, they tend to accept them more as a couple and not just as their son or daughter and an outsider. So Justin, we highly recommend you “buck up,” support your wife and assure her of your love and unwavering support.

Catholic Church, “Charity is the greatest social commandment” We can participate in charity even after death through our estate planning by specifying, for example, 1) charitable trusts, 2) directed life insurance, or 3) donation of personal property.

(1889).

Is it better to pay for my kids’ college tuition, or to put that money in retirement funds and have them take out loans? Although every family situation is different, you need to make sure your retirement funds are on track first, even though that goes against every fiber in a parent’s being!

What is the best way to save money?

• Start early!

• Always take advantage of 401K employer match.

• If eligible, open a Roth IRA. Let’s say you have committed to saving 10 percent of your income. If your employer provides a 3 percent match for a 401K, set aside 3 percent of your pre-tax income for this account. With the remaining 7 percent of your income to be set aside for savings, you can open a Roth IRA if you are eligible. Keeping in mind the first bullet – to start early – many young people with new jobs out of college will be eligible for a Roth IRA, which offers tax-free income in retirement. It also includes such perks for young people as allowing you to withdraw a portion of your contribution without penalty to buy a first home or pay for higher education costs for yourself or a family member.

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he release of the musical Les Miserables on the silver screen brought a renewed popularity to the acclaimed Broadway production of Victor Hugo’s classic novel. The story, which deals with forgiveness and the power of redemption, is a tapestry of subplots featuring diverse characters that stir my emotions.

To me, one of the most poignant messages of Les Miserables is found in the symbolism of two specific items: a loaf of bread and fine silverware.

The importance of the Seventh Commandment – Thou shalt not steal – is easily understood. If you have had something stolen from you, you know how violating and unjust it feels.

Often, the next response is, “If I ever find that guy …” You’ll what? Inflict physical harm? Get even? It’s natural to want to. But Jesus had a rather different response to the endeavors of thieves.

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Matthew 5:40 makes it clear that if someone should try to take your tunic, you should offer them your cloak as well. This is not an easy teaching for us as Christians.

In Les Miserables, we see this contrast played out. We are shown how the power of forgiveness can be so much greater than the weight of punitive justice. The protagonist, Jean Photography by Shane Folkertsma

QUICK AND EASY COQ AU VIN •8 ounces bacon coarsely chopped •5 -6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs •3 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian parsley, divided •1 sprig thyme, removed from stem and roughly chopped •8 ounces baby bella mushrooms, sliced into quarters • 9 large shallots, peeled and cut in half • 6-7 baby carrots quartered lengthwise • 2 garlic cloves, minced •1 ½ cups dry red wine (such as Syrah) •1 ½ cups chicken broth •2 tablespoons tomato paste •3 -4 teaspoons flour Preheat oven to 225 degrees. Sauté bacon in large nonstick skillet over

sentence. But fine French silverware, worth a great deal, is relinquished freely by the merciful bishop. To me, this story embraces the purpose behind our Lord’s message.

No matter how much earthly value may be attached to any item we possess, nothing culture is worth more than the opportunity to save a soul and to teach Christ’s message of Michelle DiFranco is a forgiveness. designer and the If you have not read Victor Hugo’s book, busy mom of two children. seen the Broadway musical, or watched the movie, I recommend you do. And if I might suggest something to put you in the right mood, try curling up with some authentic French cuisine when you open the book or throw in the DVD. The following recipe is a personal favorite, best enjoyed with French bread ... and served with fine silverware!

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Valjean, steals a meager loaf of bread to feed his starving nephew. The unjust act lands him in prison and marks him a thief for the rest of his life. His self worth is destroyed, and he seems unable to shed the label of “thief” with which he has been branded. One day, he steals something much more valuable – fine silverware. And from a Catholic bishop no less! But instead of seeking some harsh punishment, the bishop actually provides an alibi to the police on behalf of Jean Valjean so that he may go free ... with the stolen silverware!

The response from the emancipated character is profound.

The act of charity liberates him emotionally and spiritually. He is a changed man who is simultaneously humbled and given a new sense of self-worth and an entirely new outlook on his relationship with God. The symbolism, I find, is in the irony of what is stolen. A mere loaf of bread, small in value and used to feed a starving child, earns Jean Valjean the perpetual weight of an oppressive

medium-high heat until crisp. Remove bacon from pan and place in a bowl lined with paper towel. Salt and pepper both sides of chicken and add to same pan with bacon drippings. Add 1 tablespoon of chopped parsley and cook for about 6–7 minutes per side (or until cooked through) on medium to high heat. Transfer chicken to casserole dish, cover and place in oven to keep warm.

Add mushrooms, shallots, and carrots to same pan with juices. Sauté until shallots are light golden brown (about 5–6 minutes). Add garlic and sauté for another minute. Add wine, broth, tomato paste, cooked bacon, 1 tablespoon parsley and thyme. Bring to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally until reduced (about 8–10 minutes).

Slowly add flour to sauce and stir until it thickens slightly. Add a bit more salt and pepper to taste. Place chicken on platter and add any remaining juices from casserole into sauce. Give it a quick stir and pour over chicken.

Sprinkle with remaining parsley.

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Why should I BELIEVE IN GOD?

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Dear Father Joe: Why should I believe in God? Do you have proof he exists? And if he does, how do I know he gives a hoot about me?

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You’ve got some great questions here and I think the best approach is to take them one at a time … let’s go!

Why should I believe in God? Well, because if God exists, then it would seem important that we acknowledge his existence.

Blaise Pascal wrote something on this that boils down to a simple idea: If you don’t believe in God and he exists, you have lost something very important. If he doesn’t exist and you believe in him, what have you lost?

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sophisticated or “scientific.” The problem is many great minds of the past and present have not only held that there is a God, but some have spent their lives in pursuit of that God. To believe in God is not anti-intellectual or anti-science. As Francis Bacon (the father of the Scientific Method) is quoted as saying, “Small amounts of philosophy lead to atheism, but larger amounts bring us back to God.” The other challenge is the tendency to lump all believers in God into the category of “fundamentalists.” As Catholics, we simply aren’t fundamentalists and are comfortable exploring how God made the universe and what science can teach us.

The final challenge is that we live in a sound-byte world and right now, if you can’t communicate why you believe in God in a few words or simple sentences, you end up unable to engage many of the more aggressive non-believers. This one is not easily overcome and we must be patient, gentle, kind and well-informed.

With all that then – Do I have proof that he exists? “Proof” is a funny word and gets thrown around a lot, even though we might mean something different. The dictionary defines proof as, “Arriving at a logical conclusion, based on the available evidence.” If we stick with that idea then, yes, I think there are many ways one can prove that there is a God. To go the route of arriving at a logical conclusion based on available evidence, we can explore the issue by using our experience and reason. When speaking about proof for God’s existence, Dr. Peter Kreeft spoke about how you and I tend to take most questions in life into “the courtroom of our minds.”

He said that every day, you and I make decisions by weighing evidence and making a decision based off of what is most likely. I like that, and find that to match up with most people’s experience, we Illustration by Bob Patten

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We can do this with God in many different ways: I’ll look at my favorite way called the argument from design.

In this argument, we point to the fact that, whenever you and I see design, we assume a designer.

For example, let’s say that today is your birthday (Happy Birthday!).

Now, imagine that today, after work or school, you walk home and find a massive banner on your front porch that says “Happy Birthday!” When you see that sign, what would you think? Would you assume that there was an incredible chain of random events that all culminated in you finding the appropriate sign at the appropriate place? Of course not! Your reaction would be to assume that someone put that sign there intentionally. Why do you assume that it was intentional? Because that is the most reasonable conclusion to draw from the world you are in. How many different random events would have to come to together perfectly for a sign to be made that says “Happy Birthday” and then end up in front of your house on your birthday? The odds of this happening without someone intending it would be so staggering as to take us out of the realm of what is possible and into the world of “ridiculous.”

Now, look at you – your brain, your body and the way it all works.

Look at the planet and the universe and how complex and interconnected all these things are.

The odds of all these things being random and undesigned are much, much greater than the odds of the sign on your porch on your birthday. The most logical assumption as you look at the evidence is

that there is a designer to the universe, the planet and you.

This example will help with your next question as well.

How do I know he gives a hoot about me? How do we know anyone gives a hoot about us? We look at their actions, words, behaviors and we draw a judgment from that.

Going to the sign on your porch example, wouldn’t you assume that the person who went through all the effort for your birthday gives a hoot about you?

Look at the complexity of you and the world you live in. Look at the wonder, awe and beauty in the things God made. Does this seem like a cold, distant God to you or a God who loves beauty? The fact that he gave us minds that can explore and discover all that we have about creation can help us see further that this God wants to be known: what a blessing!

There are a lot of different ways to approach this question and I’ve only walked you down one path. If you’d like to explore many other arguments or proofs, you can look in numerous places.

My favorite would be to go to www.peterkreeft.com and look at his lectures and writings. He has a whole section focused on the question, “Is there a God?” and gives 20 different ways to approach it. Check it out!

I hope this helps you in your journey. I have found faith in God a life-giving and amazing blessing in my life and this belief in God has pushed me to be a better man.

Enjoy another day and God’s presence!

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With this in mind, I want to discuss the place of prayer in our daily lives. So many people say they would like to pray but don’t have time – too many demands. Let’s take a look at some ways we can “steal time” and give it to God. It might take some time to develop a pattern using these ideas, but the end result of your effort will be worth it – a more perceptible walk with God in daily life.

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When you first get up and head toward the coffee pot, pray the Morning Offering: “O Jesus, through the Immaculate Heart of Mary, I offer you all my prayers, works, joys and sufferings of this day, for all the intentions of your Sacred Heart, in union with the holy sacrifice of the Mass throughout the world, in reparation for my sins and for the intentions of my family and the Holy Father. Amen.”

Memorize it, and you will be surprised at how that little prayer begins to shape your day.

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As you begin to eat breakfast or run out the door with a cup of coffee, say: “Lord, thank you for giving me this day. May I live it for your honor and glory.” At this hour, you may be engulfed by small children and their needs, or the needs of an elderly parent: Just stop, look up toward heaven and simply say the name of “Jesus.” Let that simple one-word prayer tell the Lord that you look to him as spiritual fitness the source of all you need this day.

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he Seventh Commandment, “Thou shall not steal,” tells us not to take for ourselves what belongs to another. Each day is given to us by God, and while we have free will and numerous choices on how to spend a day, we need to consciously acknowledge that the day is a gift. How does God want us to spend it?

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When you arrive at work, close the door of your office for a few minutes. Read one of the psalms, read the day’s Gospel, give God your concerns and read another psalm to thank him for his love for you. I promise that as you put those few minutes to work every day, you will be amazed at the insight and confidence you will have as you confront all the day’s problems.

Perhaps at noon time you can actually sit down at your desk or kitchen table and thank him for the morning, giving him your concerns for the rest of the day. Perhaps you have only one minute – give it to him. Do the same before the evening meal and before you go to bed.

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Read the Mass readings for the day or listen to my daily radio program on the readings of the day (renewalministries.net). It only takes a few minutes but the end result is that you have the living word of God at work in you all day long and it will change you.

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Read a good biography of a saint. Daily reading of such material inspires and encourages me – even if you only have time for a paragraph or two.

Over time you will sense his presence. He always answers when we call on his name, even if we have no human experience of an answer in a tangible way. Faith tells us that he always hears us when we call upon him.

We will almost never find the perfect amount of time that we would like. But if we take advantage of the times of day I have suggested, I think I can almost guarantee that God will bless your stolen time – for him!

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he “seventh word” of the Decalogue primarily reveals to us that God wants us to act justly and with charity in our relationships with one another. In this way, we are able to live in communion with God, who is just and loving. Specifically, the Seventh Commandment “commands justice and charity in the care of earthly goods and the fruits of men’s labor.” It forbids the unjust taking or keeping of goods belonging to one’s neighbor and the wronging of another as it regards his or her goods.

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THE SEVENTH GIFT: You shall not steal

Justice and charity Justice is the moral virtue that “consists in the constant and firm will to give their due to God and neighbor.” In terms of one’s neighbor, justice requires respect for the rights of each person and working for harmony in human relationships so that equity with regard to persons and the common good is promoted.

Charity is the theological virtue by “which we love God above all things for his own sake, and our neighbor as ourselves for the love of God.” In other words, charity is both the new commandment and the virtue by which we keep the commandments that Christ gave us. It is the greatest of the virtues because it disposes us to

Respect for human dignity The Seventh Commandment really concerns respect for human dignity. Respect for human dignity requires “the practice of the virtue of temperance, so as to moderate attachment to this world’s goods; the practice of the virtue of justice, to preserve our neighbor’s rights and render him what is his due; and the practice of solidarity, in accordance with the golden rule and in keeping with the generosity of the Lord.”

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This respect for human dignity, as expressed through the Seventh Commandment, has clear implications for us.

Obviously, theft is forbidden. Theft is defined as “usurping another’s property against the reasonable will of the owner.” This prohibition remains intact theology 101 even if a particular act does Doug Culp is the CAO and secretary not contradict civil law. For for pastoral life for the Diocese of Lexington, Ky. He holds an MA in example, we should not theology from Catholic Theological deliberately keep items that Union in Chicago. are lent to us or that are lost. In addition, business fraud, paying unjust wages, price-gouging, appropriation and use of the common good of an enterprise for private purposes, doing poor work, tax evasion, forgery of checks, excessive expenses and waste are all prohibited.

The Seventh Commandment also obligates us to keep our promises and to honor contracts. It forbids acts or enterprises “that for any reason – selfish or ideological, commercial, or totalitarian – lead to the enslavement of human beings, to their being bought, sold and exchanged like merchandise, in disregard for their personal dignity.” Justice and charity likewise require respect for the integrity of creation and proper stewardship.

THE TEN COMMANDMENTS BIBLE GEOGRAPHY FACTS Jericho is a town in the West Bank, Palestine, near the Jordan River. It was the scene of a famous battle between the Israelites, led by Joshua, and Canaanites in the Bible. It is believed by some to be the oldest continuously occupied settlement in the world.

The earliest settlement was located at the present-day Tell es-Sultan, about a mile and a half from the current city. The city was an important trading post and stopping point on the journey through the Jordan valley and remains a viable commercial center and a market town for local agricultural products such as dates, citrus fruits and barley. Its history has seen various populations living and ruling there, such as the Hyksos, or Shepherd Kings (1750–1580 B.C.E.), the Canaanites, and, after the seventh century, by Muslim Arabs.

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participate most intimately in the life of God, who is love itself.

So here we can begin to see the relationship that must exist between justice, the human virtue, and charity, the theological virtue. As stated above, justice “consists in the constant and firm will to give their due to God and neighbor.” What is due to God and neighbor? In a word, love is. Charity, then, makes justice possible.

DID YOU KNOW? Jericho literally means “fragrant.”

Consequently, an immoderate love of riches or the use of riches for selfish reasons is incompatible with a love for the poor. St. John Chrysostom stated this truth as follows, “Not to enable the poor to share in our goods is to steal from them and deprive them of life. The goods we possess are not ours, but theirs.” St. Gregory the Great put it like this, “When we attend to the needs of those in want, we give them what is theirs, not ours. More than performing works of mercy, we are paying a debt of justice.”

– All quotes from the Catechism of the Catholic Church (2401-2462) except as otherwise noted.

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The special case of the poor The Seventh Commandment does more than simply provide us with a list of things we should avoid. Since the “seventh word” of the Decalogue “commands justice and charity in the care of earthly goods and the fruits of men’s labor,” it calls us to a proactive care for the poor as both a witness to fraternal charity and a work of justice.

Love for the poor is blessed by God, for it is through what we have done for the poor that Jesus Christ will recognize us as his disciples. Love for the poor “is even one of the motives for the duty of working so as to ‘be able to give to those in need.’”

The story of the Israelites’ journey from slavery in Egypt to the Promised Land has a large cast of characters. Test your knowledge of Biblical figures and name this person/ group: Q: This second High Priest of the Israelites was the son of Aaron and nephew of Moses.

A: Eleazar (pictured)

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his fall, Pope Francis will be meeting in synod with bishops from around the world to discuss marriage and family. It seems that this will be a time to zero in on certain issues which will then seek some resolution when the next synod takes place in the fall of 2015.

In preparation for these two gatherings, the Holy Father sought out the views of the 5,000 bishops from around the world. Requiring a quick turnaround, our diocesan committee on marriage and family assembled many views into a lengthy report which I submitted in December almost unchanged. Now, we bishops have received the Instrumentum Laboris containing 159 articles, which will be the basis for the synodal discussions this fall.

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people today. One key problem is that the Church’s understanding of the Natural Law as the permanent truth written in our very humanity has come to be held by many as whatever comes naturally to people, that is, what they become comfortable with. It is no longer seen as a permanent truth. We need to do a better job of demonstrating that truth is not what I define to be the truth, but what is given to us by God and is thus permanent.

Another section deals with the family as essential to the Church (it is the domestic church) and to our world (it is the primordial human society). We need better instruction on how crucial the family is, especially in preparing the next generation for its role in both Church and world.

The text discusses a number of issues facing families today: relationships, communication, break-ups, violence and abuse, media overload, lack of work, migration, poverty and individualism. The Church must help families facing these problems and address those which confront our teachings: cohabitation, over-romanticism, lack of permanent commitment, divorce and remarriage and the reception of sacraments.

In these and many other matters, the Church needs to improve her pastoral care, including remote and immediate preparation for marriage and outreach and welcoming for those in challenging circumstances.

The text also will call on the synodal bishops to discuss the issue of same-sex attraction and the pastoral implication of civil unions, same-sex marriage, and the raising of children without a father and mother.

Concerning the issue of contraception, there is a clear lack of understanding of Church teaching, especially about the from the bishop nature of the human person, created in the image of God, Bishop Earl Boyea is the fifth bishop of the Catholic and the need to promote a menDiocese of Lansing tality of an openness to life.

Finally, the Church needs to be of more assistance to parents in the upbringing of their children, especially in the faith. The role of catechesis and Catholic schools is highlighted in the text, particularly to help parents in “irregular” situations to embrace the truth of the Gospel as embodied in Church teachings.

In summary, the text concludes: “To come to some idea of how to respond to the new demands in the People of God, the following three main areas are under discussion in the Church: how the Gospel of the Family can be preached in the presentday; how the Church’s pastoral care program for the family might better respond to the new challenges today; how to assist parents in developing a mentality of openness to life and in upbringing their children” (#158).

“The love of God shines in a particular way in the Holy Family of Nazareth, the sure point of reference and comfort for every family. The Holy Family, the beacon of true love, is to be contemplated in every family situation so as to draw light, strength, and consolation” (#159).

Let us, then, my sisters and brothers, pray for many blessings on those gathering in synod in Rome this fall and in 2015, and for families and married couples especially during this coming Year for Marriage and Family.

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yourstories David Flint and the PEW CREW David Flint and the “Pew Crew” have taken on a task to literally get teenagers seated in a chapel.

David and close to 20 volunteers meet every Wednesday night at his home in Williamston to build the oak pews for the new St. John Paul the Great Chapel under construction at Lansing Catholic High School (LCHS).

Wood for the pews was donated by the Piggot brothers: Ray, Bob, Joe, Mark and Doug. The family business is MPC Cashway Lumber.

“I’ve always enjoyed woodworking,” David said. “I took a shop class in middle school and my parents remodeled their house during that time, so I got some practice. When my dad passed away, I built a funeral box. It’s a labor of love for me.”

“This project – the Pew Crew – gives people an opportunity to participate,” said Tom Maloney, president of advancement at Lansing Catholic.

“This is truly a community build.”

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“It is God’s will, God’s purpose, that I am alive today. He is using me, and I know he’s going to use me more powerfully.”

Looking at you I see the face of victory Against the odds against the setbacks of history The trials you faced don’t matter any more You have much talent, stand up and let it show.

Looking at you I see hope for the future It is for real it is not an illusion You’re doing your best making something of yourself You’ll pass the test, you will help someone else.

– Freddy Nyembwe and Isaac Kalumbu, from the song “Looking at You”

IN THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF CONGO, on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, Freddy Nyembwe was the most successful man in his village of Uvira. A well-known musician, he built a nightclub and hotel so profitable he had stacks of American currency in his house. His businesses (in the compound that included his home) employed about 40 men and women, making him the biggest employer in the area. He and his wife, Aimee, were raising their four children – Dolphin, Jonathan, Kapinga and Kertice – in music and abundance.

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“Congolese are peaceful people,” Freddy explains as he sits on his couch in the United States, recalling that happier time.

“Before about 16 years ago we had no ethnic strife. We speak French and all the languages of our various tribes – Swahili, Chiluba, Ki Congo, Lingala. We understand each other and we are connected, even without cell phones or mail.

“For example, Congolese [believe we] know when someone we love has died. If somebody in my family passed away, I will dream it. I may not see the person, but I know death has visited because when we die we go to our loved ones in dreams.

Sometimes wearing white, we hug those we love or wave goodbye. Many times I have had such dreams, then 10 days or so later we get word that the visitor passed.

“But, in the 1990s, many of our neighbors from Burundi and Rwanda fled into Congo to escape genocide. The international community said, ‘You must welcome them, because if they return they will be killed.’ So we did. But they brought their guns and their hatreds with them. Assassinations, economic troubles and civil war came, too.

“Young men banded together with their weapons and started forming militias to overthrow the central government. Three times, they came to me saying I should join them. I knew these guys. They were in my club at night and around my city in the day. I was not afraid because I had never done anything bad to them. They wanted to use my money to kill people, so each time I refused. The last time they came in April 2003, I told them, “My answer will be ‘no’ until I die.”

– “Looking at You”

“One morning soon after, I left my workers and my family at home and walked to our parish to volunteer. When I came out of church, I saw a big flame. I

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knew it was my house. I opened my eyes wide as if to wake up from a dream, and I ran toward the fire. My neighbor grabbed me and yelled, ‘Freddy, what are you doing? Don’t you see your house? The soldiers will kill you! You have to run!’

“I was ready to die. Everything important – my family, my workers, our savings and every possession I owned – was at home. But my neighbor was right. I turned and ran to the monastery by the lake. The priests kept me hidden until morning then they put me in a boat to Zambia. From there, I traveled on to a refugee camp in Zimbabwe.

“It is God’s will, God’s purpose, that I am alive today. He is using me, and I know he’s going to use me more powerfully. Each night, I feared Aimee and our children would visit my dreams to tell me goodbye, but they never came.

“Then in August a refugee camp worker told me, ‘We have received a call that your family is in Harare.’ They were in a camp just seven hours away! I got the money together to join them and wished the car would fly over the roads! Praise him, God had protected everyone.

“It was a very good day, but with tears.

When I arrived and saw Aimee and our sons, my heart jumped for joy. Then it crashed as Aimee asked frantically, ‘Isn’t Kapinga with you?’

“That awful day, after I left for church, Aimee had gone to our neighbor’s house to fix her friend’s hair. As usual, she brought the children with her to play while the mothers talked. All of a sudden she heard a man’s voice outside, demanding, ‘Where is Freddy?’ Before she could hear an answer, Aimee heard gunshots, followed by a blast that sounded like an airplane. She looked out to find our buildings in flames.

“Immediately she told the children to run to the convent in our village. When only our sons joined her there, she thought Kapinga must have run to the church with me. She held onto that hope as she and our boys hid for weeks, then fled by boat and bus not knowing where they were going.

Eventually they came to Harare, where I met them five months later.

St. Vincent Catholic Charities Refugee Services St. Vincent Catholic Charities (STVCC) offers intensive services to refugees, asylum-seekers and victims of human trafficking. These include locating housing, providing basic household items, initial food and airport pickup to welcome them to their new home. STVCC also helps refugees work toward self-sufficiency by providing interpretation, access to health screenings and medical follow-up, cultural orientation, mental health care, assistance in applying for necessary documents and employment programs. STVCC Refugee Services is funded through the U.S. Department of State, Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, Ingham County Health Department and local donors.

Having welcomed over 17,000 refugees to the Lansing Area, the STVCC Refugee Services resettles adult individuals and families and works closely with Lutheran Social Services of Michigan to meet the needs of unaccompanied refugee minors in Lansing.

Support STVCC Refugee Services by donating at www.stvcc.org or volunteering.

Volunteer Opportunities include mentoring new families, assisting with case management, supporting families’ education and assisting with housing needs and issues.

For more information call (517) 323.4734 ext. 1424 or visit www.stvcc.org.

Looking at you I seea world ambassador I see all kinds of people embracing one another Through education, soccer, music, dance We come together to bridge the distance.

– “Looking at You”

home and make a good life for our family.

We come from different parts of the world Into America We speak English in peace.

We speak English in peace.

– “Looking at You”

“We searched for Kapinga, trying to learn what happened to her and the rest of our village. Many of my workers died in the fire.

Everyone still alive left Uvira that day. With no phones and no addresses, they are difficult to track down. My parents are alive in Lumbashi, near Zambia. We have no way to talk with them, but they have not visited us in our dreams, so we know they are alive.

The same is true for Kapinga.

“In the refugee camp, we adopted our daughter, Ulda and son, Oliver, and Jemimah and Blessing were born. In the winter of 2009, we emigrated to the U.S., and welcomed our youngest son, Guerschom.

With the help of St. Vincent Catholic Charities Refugee Services, we settled in Lansing and worked very hard to buy a

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“I love my work in the Lansing schools as a translator to help children who came from other countries. I have dedicated “Looking at You” to all newcomers struggling to learn English. I want them to learn and live in peace because they have opportunities in America to make life better for the people they have left behind.

“I still have a strong faith in God that Kapinga is alive and I will see her one day. Isaac Kalumbu and I collaborated on “Looking at You”, to help make that happen. My dream is that our song will play everywhere across the globe, and, one day, someone will call to say ‘Hey, I have seen your daughter.’ Then, after years of waiting, Kapinga and God will wipe my tears.” follow FAITH Pub

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“I FELT SO MUCH CLOSER TO GOD” Karla’s experience at the Women’s Conference

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busy working wife and mother, Karla Palmer has a strong faith that she nurtures by being active in her parish and searching out inspiration in different ways. Encouraged by her mother and accompanied by her sister, Karla spent an entire day in October with her Catholic sisters at the 2013 Women’s Conference in Lansing. Originally excited about the chance to listen to author Teresa Tomeo, Karla left Lansing feeling inspired and fulfilled beyond her expectations.

“The part that impacted me the most from the conference were the stories shared by people who had been through experiences, and through their experiences came closer to God,” Karla says.

The Women’s Conference so enriched and inspired Karla that for two nights she lay awake working out a plan to bring her experience to the women of St. Joseph Church in St. Johns.

“When I left the conference I felt so much closer to God,” Karla says. “I personally felt like the Holy Spirit was talking to me.”

Karla decided to bring the women of her parish together for a day of presentations, prayer and celebration of faith. “I kind of had the plan in my head after the conference” she says. “I went out and talked to women in my community I knew were so strong in their faith. I just wanted the women of our school and parish to be involved.”

The planning process involved research on presenters for the conference, and Karla used back issues of FAITH Magazine to find local families and individuals with inspiring faith stories.

Amber and Neil Feldpausch, who appeared in the magazine in 2003 and 2013, shared their experiences as a Catholic couple from dating to parenthood, including using natural family planning. Clinton County Probate Judge Lisa Sullivan’s experience with functional and dysfunctional families allowed her to offer insight on how families can use their faith in times of stress.

The Dominican Sisters of Mary from Ann Arbor caught Karla’s eye, too. She discovered the group while doing research on different organizations of sisters when her first-grade daughter expressed the desire to become a nun.

“I feel like the Holy Spirit guided me to this group,” says Karla.

“Their focus on education in Catholic faith is so inspiring.”

The desire for her daughters to experience the power of a women’s conference moved Karla to include activities for the younger girls in the parish. “I just felt like it would be a great way to get moms to come for the day, knowing their girls were going to be involved,” Karla says “so we had separate activities going on for the young girls, including making rosaries.”

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The planning experience strengthened Karla’s faith, and Karla’s vision strengthened the faith of her fellow parishioners.

Vendors set up booths to share information and materials on topics appealing to women as mothers, wives and practicing Catholics. In addition to speakers and take-home materials from vendors, Karla wanted sacraments to play a part in the experience, too, so reconciliation and adoration were offered.

“We did say the rosary. The younger girls actually led that,” says Karla. “The girls from third grade and some of the older girls led the women through the rosary.”

The month selected for the conference had special significance for Karla, allowing her to use the Holy Mother as inspiration for the women attending. “I have a really strong connection with Mary, so we tied our conference in with the month of May,” she explains about the choice of May 17 as the date of the St. Joseph Women’s Conference.

Karla knew the best way to let women know about the parish conference was to promote the day using parish organizations, including the Parents’ School Council. The word spread through the parish, and St. Joseph women and their daughters came from noon to 4 p.m. to refresh their faith.

“Women have such a special role in their families and in their faith,” says Karla. “We need time to get together and celebrate our faith. Our goal is to make our conference a yearly event.”

Working to put the conference together was a faith-building exercise for Karla. “Anytime you are putting on an event, you are strengthening your faith,” she says. “We all have gifts we have been given and we need to use them. It’s important to listen to what your heart is telling you.

Strong Catholic women are important to the Church, especially with all the negative influences found in society. Karla’s faith has remained strong thanks to the guidance and influences of her mother and grandmothers.

“I feel like I had such good positive role models in my life,” says Karla. “My mom is such a positive role model. Her demonstration in what it means to be a mother and to be a wife is instrumental in my life. The role of women in society is changing, and that influences the role of women in the Church. We need to make sure that we’re looking for positive role models that our Church can provide for us.”

Now Karla uses what she has learned from her mother and grandmother to help her daughters, as well as other women and girls, to look beyond what society offers for women. The key, Karla believes, is to focus on faith.

The third annual Catholic Women’s Conference in the Diocese of Lansing will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2014 from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Best Western Plus in Lansing. For more information, visit: www.lansingdiocesecwc.com.

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POPE FRANCIS ON THE CRISIS “Faced with this situation, I repeat what I stated in the message for this year’s World Day of Migrant and

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he arrival of thousands of unaccompanied children and teens in the southwestern United States has generated a humanitarian and political crisis. It is a crisis marked by the images of large numbers of immigrants in overcrowded facilities, protestors blocking buses full of immigrants from entering their towns, pleas for compassion, concerns over the lack of available immigration attorneys, and frustrated calls for more help from the federal government.

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With tensions mounting, Texas Governor Rick Perry announced on July 21, the deployment of up to 1,000 National Guard troops to the Texas-Mexico border to combat criminals exploiting the situation. According to the Associated Press, the move will cost Texas approximately $12 million per month. However, Texas Adjutant General John Nichols indicated that the Guard will be “referring and deterring” immigrants rather than detaining people.

The White House has said that the illegal crossings do seem to be slowing.

Border Patrol agents in the Rio Grande Valley report finding fewer than 500 minors the week of July 14, compared to as many as 2,000 per week in the month of June.

During this most recent surge, the minors have come predominantly from the countries of Honduras, Guatemala and El Salvador. Most are fleeing poverty and rampant gang violence.

According to NBC News, once apprehended, the minors are turned over to the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR). This division of the Department of Health and Human Services maintains custody until the minors can be placed with family members in the United States. If they have no family members in the U.S., the minors are placed in foster care while they wait to learn the outcome of deportation proceedings. During this time, they are permitted to petition an immigration judge to remain permanently in the country.

attention to the tens of thousands of children who emigrate alone, unaccompanied, to escape from poverty and violence…Such a humanitarian emergency demands, first of all, urgent intervention, such that these minors are received and protected.”

“Mexico/Holy See Colloquium on Migration and Development” (Mexico City, July 14, 2014)

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The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops accepts the legitimate role of the U.S. government in enforcing immigration laws. However, enforcement measures should be:

A Customs officer helps a few boys make phone calls at the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Nogales Placement Center in Nogales, Arizona.

For more on these principles, see Migration and Refugee Services/Office of Migration Policy and Public Affairs, The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, January 2011 at www.usccb.org.

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Unaccompanied minors taken into custody so far in fiscal year 2014*

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• Targeted on dangerous and criminal elements; • Proportional in terms of penalties and in the use of force; and • Humane, that is, it should preserve and respect the human rights and dignity of the person.

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Refugees: ‘A change of attitude towards migrants and refugees is needed on the part of everyone, moving away from attitudes of defensiveness and fear, indifference and marginalization – all typical of a “throwaway culture” – towards attitudes based on a culture of encounter, the only culture capable of building a better, more just and fraternal world.’

“Furthermore, I am keen to call

Percentage reunited with immediate or extended family during immigration proceedings*

$3,700,000,000 Dollars requested from Congress by the White House to deal with the crisis * U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency.

“The Archdiocese of Chicago is asking the federal government to allow us to feed and provide safe temporary housing for the refugee children who are being brought here. The many children on the Mexico-U.S. border who are in danger and without adequate shelter call for a compassionate and merciful response.”

Cardinal George also has enlisted the help of the Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago and Maryville Academy, a school that houses abused and neglected children, to provide necessary services for about 429 children currently housed in nine Heartland Alliance locations – locations undisclosed for security reasons.

– Interview with Michael Sneed, Chicago Sun Times, July 16, 2014

THE U.S. BISHOPS ON IMMIGRATION The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops opposes “enforcement only” immigration policies and supports comprehensive immigration reform.

In Strangers No Longer: Together on the Journey of Hope, the U.S. Catholic Bishops outlined the elements of their proposal for comprehensive immigration reform. These include: • Earned legalization • Future worker program • Family-based immigration reform • Restoration of due process rights • Addressing root causes • Enforcement For a detailed exposition of each of these elements and other resources, see Migration and Refugee Services/Office of Migration Policy and Public Affairs at www.usccb.org.

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yourcommunity things to do: Sept. 5-7, Church of the Resurrection 80th Ox Roast Festival – Sept. 5, 5 p.m.–11 p.m.; Sept 6, noon–11 p.m.; and Sept.7, noon–5 p.m. at 1531 E. Michigan in Lansing.

Sept.10, 7 p.m., Mass, followed by refreshments and Catherine Lanni, author and founder of The Servants of Jesus of The Divine Mercy, presentation on “Jesus’ Divine Mercy” at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 711 Rickett Rd., Brighton. All are invited to attend. A free will offering accepted. For information, contact Karen Rottinghaus at 810.986.0315 or klrhaus@yahoo.com.

Sept. 12 through Nov. 14, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m., Divorce and Beyond – Recovery support Group will meet at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 2201 Old U.S. 23 in Brighton. Cost is $10 for program materials.

For information or to register, contact Sister Maryetta Churches at 810.229.8624.

Sept. 18, 11 a.m., Senior Appreciation Mass will be held at St. Mary Magdalen Catholic Church, 2201 Old U.S. 23 in Brighton with lunch to follow. For information, please contact your parish representative.

Sept. 20, the Charlotte Knights of Columbus Council 11875’s Golf Outing will be at Centennial Acres Golf & Banquet Center, 12485 Dow Rd. in Sunfield with contests and prizes. Cost is $50 per person or $200 per team. Funds raised will go to the Suitcases4kids program for foster children. For more information, contact Dewain Vallie Jr. at 268.830.8393 or travelar5591@yahoo.com.

Harvest Dinner, which will include roast beef, mashed potatoes, butternut squash and home-made pies. Cost: adults $7, children and seniors $5. Proceeds benefit the St. Andrew Needy Fund All are welcome.

13 Nov., 1 p.m., the Catholic Women’s Club will host a card party fundraiser at St. Mary Cathedral Hall. Luncheon tickets $5 at the door. Also raffle tickets will be sold for special activities/events. All are invited to attend.

For information, contact Trudy Longazel at 517l.646.0922.

Attention single men and women mid 30s-60s: Looking to meet new people? Lansing Catholic Singles brings together friends for fellowship and fun in a faith-filled environment. For more information and a complete calendar of upcoming events, visit lansingcatholicsingles.com or call 517.321.7886.

9th annual Endowed Lecture in American Catholic Thought and Culture – Oct. 9, 7 p.m., St. John Church and Student Center, East Lansing, will host free and open to the public at the MSU Union Ballroom the 9th annual Endowed Lecture in American Catholic Thought and Culture; featuring Professor of Theology Timothy Matovina, executive director of the Institute for Latino Studies at the University of Notre Dame, speaking about “Latinos and the Transformation of American Catholicism.” Light refreshments

Sept. 27, 7 p.m., come and experience a night of music in the park at Most Holy Trinity Parish’s Activity Center in Fowler.

Enjoy live entertainment, food and cash bar for only $15 per person. The proceeds will benefit its youth group. For tickets or information, contact Jerry and Mary Lee Klein at 517.282.4610 or jmklein@live.com.

Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Mary Parish, 14200 E. Old US Hwy, Chelsea’s annual Craft Fall Fest includes craft show, raffle, bake sale and appearance of author Richard L. Baldwin with his new mystery Murder in the Big House. Admission $2, children 13 and under free. For information, contact Lana, craft coordinator, at 517.851.7210.

Oct. 19, noon-4 p.m., come join us for the 59th annual St. Andrew, Saline’s

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begin at 6:30. Parking available after 6 p.m. free in the Grand River Ave. parking ramp.

Lansing Catholic High School Community Information Day – Oct. 19, 1 p.m.-3 p.m., Lansing Catholic High School will be hosting its fall Community Information Day. This event is open to families with children of all ages to learn more about what LCHS has to offer. Families will be taken on a school tour, attend breakout sessions (on topics such as curriculum, financing a Catholic education, planning for college, and extracurricular and athletic activities), and attend a question and answer session. Registration is not required, but is appreciated for this event. Please contact Admissions Coordinator Karen Gavin at karen.gavin@lansingcatholic.org or 517.267.2102 to register.

Theology of the Body training and introduction course: Pope John Paul II delivered a profoundly beautiful vision of human sexuality that is called the Theology of the Body. It is revolutionizing the way parents and educators teach morality and chastity to teens and preteens, as it provides the “whys” behind the “whats,” paving the way for true freedom and happiness. Consider attending the training on Oct 16 and 17 or come to the introductory course on Oct 18. Both are taught by Bill Donaghy. For more details, visit our website at dioceseoflansing.org/vocations or contact Dawn Hausmann at 517.342.2507 or dhausmannn@dioceseoflansing.org.

September café events Sept. 21, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Thomas Aquinas, 955 Alton Rd., East Lansing, will have a Faith Formation Festival in Father Mac Hall.

Sept. 28-Oct. 2, St. Thomas Aquinas and St. John Parishes in East Lansing will have a parish mission with Father Nathan Castle, OP at St. Thomas Aquinas Church, Sept. 9, 7 p.m.-9 p.m. and Sept. 14, 2 p.m.-4 p.m., a new group of people seeking to learn about the Catholic Church will meet at St. John Church and Student Center, 327 MAC Ave., East Lansing. Individuals can choose the time that best suits their schedule. For more information, call Pete Ries at 517.351.5460 ext. 1328 or pries@elcatholics.org.

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AT OUR RETREAT CENTERS St. Francis Retreat Center, DeWitt, 866.669.8321 or stfrancis.ws Sept. 19-21, “Beyond Survival” retreat for women who have suffered abuse by any person – family members or strangers. No cost.

Sept. 25, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Peter Steinke, author, speaker and pastor, will present new material from his study of Bowen theory, biblical themes and contemporary challenges for the Church. Cost: $85 before Aug. 15; $100 afterward. Registration deadline: Sept. 15.

Weber Retreat and Conference Center, Adrian, 517.266.4035 or weber.adriandominicans.org Sept. 24, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., “Today’s Mystics,” cost is $35 and includes lunch; and Mondays in October, beginning Oct. 6, 6:30 p.m.-8 p.m., “Ecological Awareness: The Christian Challenge” – four sessions, mini-series – cost is $40.

Dominican Center at Marywood, Grand Rapids, 616.454.1241 or dominicancenter.com Saturdays, 9:30 a.m-1:30 p.m., beginning Sept. 6 and ending May 2, “Dominican Spirituality” is a series of classes for deepening the understanding and appreciation of Dominican history and spirituality.

Wednesdays, Sept. 3-24, 7 p.m.-8:30 p.m., “Walking in Sensible Shoes,” cost $40.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES Catholic Charities Jackson, Lenawee and Hillsdale Counties, 517.782.2551 or catholiccharitiesjlhc.org Nov. 14, 6 p.m.-9 p.m. and Nov. 15, 9 a.m.-noon, WE C.A.R.E. marriage preparation program at Queen of the Miraculous Medal, Seton Hall, 606 S. Wisner St., Jackson. Preregistration with payment of $75 is required.

Livingston County Catholic Charities, 517.545.5944 or livingstoncatholiccharities.org Sept. 16, 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Foster Care and Adoption Parent – public orientation and information meeting at LCCC offices, 2020 E. Grand River, Ste. 104, Howell. To make a reservation, please call Beverly at 517.545.5944 Oct. 15-Dec. 7, Medicare Part D sign-up. Information on the different plans will be available.

Catholic Charities of Shiawassee and Genesee Counties, catholiccharitiesflint. org or 989.723.8239 Sept. 5-6, WE C.A.R.E. marriage preparation classes will be held at St. John the Evangelist in Davison; and Oct. 10-11 at St. Mary Queen of Angels in Swartz Creek. Registration is $75.

For more information, call 810.232.9950 Sept. 4-7, 11 a.m.-11 p.m., World Class BBQ will hold its annual fundraiser for Catholic Charities. Pick up some delicious BBQ on the corner of North Saginaw at Pierson Rd. in Flint. All proceeds benefit Catholic Charities meal programs

Bishop Boyea reconfigures the office of chancellor Diocese of Lansing Chancellor Msgr. Steven Raica has been appointed fifth bishop of the Diocese of Gaylord. The installation is Aug. 26 at the Cathedral of St. Mary, Gaylord. Bishop Boyea has decided to reconfigure the office of chancellor and the following individuals have been appointed to new positions and duties: Deacon John Cameron will become chancellor. He holds a master’s in theological studies from St. John Provincial Seminary and a licentiate in canon law from the Catholic University of America. Deacon Cameron came to the Diocese of Lansing after serving with the tribunal of the Archdiocese of Detroit. He was ordained a deacon by Bishop Povish in 1990. After serving 13 years as director of the office of deacons, he was appointed to the tribunal of the Diocese of Lansing in 1998 and has served as defender of the bond since 1999.

Msgr. Richard Groshek will become episcopal vicar for senior priests. A senior priest, he was ordained in 1962 following priesthood studies at Sacred Heart (Major) Seminary, Detroit and St. John Provincial Seminary, Plymouth. Msgr. Groshek completed post-graduate studies at the Catholic University, Washington, D.C.

Oct. 25, the annual Harvest Hoedown for the Hungry event will be held at Wild Spurs in the Jewel of Grand Blanc. Enjoy live music, dancing, raffles and prizes. Proceeds will benefit Catholic Charities meal programs. For more information, visit ccsgc.org.

Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County, 734.971.9781 or csswashtenaw.org Oct. 10, 6 p.m.-10 p.m., CSSW is hosting “Painting a Brighter Future for Those In Need” at Stone Arch Arts and Events in Saline. The feature entertainment is speed painter Tim Decker. The event include hors d’oeuvres reception, raffle and auction. Tickets are $150 per person. For information, call 734.926.0153 or visit our website.

Sept. 7, CSSW’s Blueprint for Aging is hosting the premiere of the film Embrace of Aging: the Female Perspective of Growing Old at the Michigan Theater in Ann Arbor – created by 10-time Michigan Emmy award-winning producer/director Keith Famie of Visionalist Entertainment Productions. For information on tickets or sponsorship, contact Virginia Boyce at 734.971.9781, ext. 362 or vboyce@csswashtenaw.org.

St. Vincent Catholic Charities stvcc.org Sept. 24, 7:30 a.m-9 a.m., St. Vincent Catholic Charities will host its annual Guardian Society Fundraising Breakfast at Eagle Eye Golf Club, 15500 Chandler Rd. in Bath. The event is free. Please RSVP to Rhonda Abood at aboodr@stvcc.org by Sept. 17.

He served as parochial vicar of St. Joseph Parish, Battle Creek; St. Mary Parish, Flint and St. John Parish, Benton Harbor. Msgr.

Groshek served as pastor of St. Ann, Bellevue; St. James, Mason and St. Pius X, Flint. He also served as director of Catholic Charities for the diocese from 1971 to 1984.

Father Timothy MacDonald will become vicar general and serve as Bishop Boyea’s power of attorney. He is pastor of Queen of the Miraculous Medal Parish, Jackson and Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Michigan Center. A native of Flint, Father MacDonald was ordained in 2000 following priesthood studies at the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome. Previous assignments include: pastor of Holy Redeemer Parish, Burton; chaplain of Father Luke M. Powers High School, Flint; pastor of Most Holy Trinity Parish, Fowler and parochial vicar of St. Gerard Parish, Lansing.

Father Karl Pung will become episcopal vicar for clergy in assignment. A native of Portland, Mich., he is pastor of St. Patrick Parish, Brighton. Father Pung was ordained in 1997 following priesthood studies at Mundelein Seminary, Mundelein, Ind. He served as parochial vicar and administrator of St. Thomas Aquinas Parish, East Lansing; pastor of St. Agnes Parish, Fowlerville; and is the former director of seminarians and chairman of the diocesan Department of Formation.

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Catholic Charities unveils work ready room Catholic Charities of Shiawassee and Genesee counties is proud to announce the creation of a “Work Ready Room” to provide interview and work apparel, along with support and information for clients who are actively seeking employment.

For more information about the Work Ready Room or to donate items to the room, please call Amy Start at 810.232.9950, ext. 143.

Welcome table and disciples’ garden ministries Volunteers with St. Agnes’ Welcome Table ministry provide a free dinner and dessert each Thursday to 100 guests. It is held in the Parish Life Center and is available year-round and is open to all.

The parish volunteers set up tables, cook meals, serve the people and clean up.

St. Agnes also sponsors a Disciples’ Garden ministry.

This 1,000 square-foot garden provides vegetables for the Welcome Table and the Fowlerville Family Impact Center. The vegetables also are given to parishioners after the Masses and sent to the homebound. The garden also is a peaceful place to work and pray.

If you are interested in helping with the Welcome Table or the Disciples’ Garden, please call the parish at 517.223.8684.

Rev. William Turner publishes new book

Sister Carol Ann Fedders celebrates 50 years Sister Carol Ann Fedders, a native of New Albany, Ind., will celebrate 50 years with the sisters of Providence of Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind. She is a minister of care at Providence Health Care, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods.

Formerly Sister Joseph Marie, she entered the Congregation on Sept. 12, 1964, from Holy Spirit, Louisville, Ky. She professed her perpetual vows on Oct. 29, 1972. Sister Carole Ann graduated from Saint Maryof-the-Woods College with a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. She received her master’s degree in education from Indiana University. Her past ministries for the Diocese of Lansing include three positions at Mott Children’s Hospital in Ann Arbor: student/clinical pastoral education from 1978 to 1979; hospital chaplain/Department of Pastoral Care from 1979 to 1988; and chaplain from 1989 to 1991.

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In My Father’s Path, a new book from Rev. William Turner, pastor of St. Mary Parish in Chelsea, is available for $10 on the FAITH Catholic website at: www.faithcatholic.com. It is his third book on the subject of fatherhood. In it, he shares vignettes about sons and fathers that will move and inspire you. His second book, In My Father’s Footprints, also is available from FAITH Catholic.

St. Catherine of Siena Academy appoints new principal Michael LaMarra, president of St. Catherine of Siena Academy, is pleased to announce the appointment of Karen Ervin, currently the co-chair of the Guidance Department at Stevenson High School in Livonia, to the position of principal.

Upon acceptance of her appointment, Karen stated, “It is essential that we cultivate a community where young women can develop their unique feminine genius. As such, I am honored to be a part of the St. Catherine family and humbled to serve as principal of this exceptional school. I consider this opportunity a privilege where I can advance the mission of the school in educating young women, actualizing their true potential, and preparing them for the future which awaits them as daughters of God.”

“Returns” for Vocations Fundraiser held at Most Holy Trinity, Fowler On Saturday, July 12, the Knights of Columbus Msgr.

Esper Council #3027 held its 9th annual “Returns” for Vocations fundraiser. The council represents Most Holy Trinity Parish of Fowler.

The group raised $5,000 to aid those pursuing vocations by collecting returnable bottles and cans (43,000+) and monetary donations from the community. The event was a way for the community to “return” support to their local seminarians. It was truly a community effort, with more than 95 volunteers participating in the collecting and sorting.

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Requiescat in pace Rev. Philip Gallagher, senior priest of the Diocese of Lansing, entered eternal life on June 23, 2014.

He was 67.

Born in Philadelphia, he was ordained for the Diocese of Lansing on Oct. 14, 1978 after completing priesthood studies at St. John Provincial Seminary, Plymouth, Mich.

Prior to ordination, he served on the faculty of Father Luke M. Powers High School in Flint. After his ordination, he served as parochial vicar (associate pastor) at parishes in Lansing, Davison, Ann Arbor and Jackson.

He served as pastor of St. Leo the Great Parish, Flint (1986-91) and Most Holy Trinity Parish, Fowler (1991-97). From 1997-2000 he served at St. Francis Retreat Center in DeWitt and was then appointed sacramental minister and chaplain of Powers Catholic.

From 2002 to 2008 he was sacramental minister at St. Michael and Sacred Heart in Flint. He attained senior priest status in 2008.

A funeral Mass was celebrated on June 27 at St. John the Evangelist Church, Davison, with Bishop Earl Boyea as main celebrant. May the soul of Father Phil, and the souls of all the faithful departed, rest in the peace of Christ.

St. Mary on the Lake parishioner receives outstanding achievement award in nursing Lisa Bradley, a St. Mary on the Lake, Manitou Beach, parishioner, received the 2014 Excellence in Nursing Practice award from Allegiance Health. Lisa’s nurse manager wrote this: “Lisa’s image immediately comes to mind when asked to view the ideal nurse. She is caring, compassionate, honest, knowledgeable, hardworking, a dedicated team player, and an asset to the nursing profession. Providing safe, quality care to all her patients is extremely important to Lisa. She has been recognized on numerous occasions by new hires and nursing students as an excellent teacher. Patients and families recognize her for providing excellent care, being very informative and sweet.”

St. Louis Center’s Golf and Glory The St. Louis Center in Chelsea celebrated the 20th anniversary of its Golf and Glory outing at its most recent event in June at the University of Michigan Golf Course.

A dinner the night before the outing honored Father David Stawasz, SC, who cares for the residents at St. Louis Center as both a priest and a registered nurse. Father David was acknowledged for his fine work with the developmentally disabled during the course of his ministry.

Almost 150 golfers filled the golf course. Afterward, George Blaha, a sports announcer, was honored with the John Panelli Celebrity Award, and Bill Broucek, of Chelsea, received the Bill Wagner Business Award. – Jan Hoffbauer

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POPE FRANCIS BLESSES SUDANESE WOMAN WHO REFUSED TO RENOUNCE HER CHRISTIAN FAITH: On July 24, Meriam Ibrahim, her husband, Daniel Wani, and their two young children met with Pope Francis in Rome. Meriam received a death sentence in Sudan for refusing to renounce her Christian faith. She and her family had been in prison and were released recently due to international pressure.

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Pope Francis called the presidents of Israel and Palestine on July 18 to ask for peace in Gaza.

Pope Francis eats with Vatican workers during a surprise visit to the Vatican cafeteria July 25.

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“ The witness of charity is the main path of evangelization.”

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BE NOT AFRAID St. Hildegard of Bingen Feast Day: September 17

The lives of saints are so instructive, in part, because they teach the basic truths of God’s will for us in often vivid fashion. The life of St. Hildegard of Bingen (1098–1179) is no exception.

St. Hildegard was a Benedictine abbess in Germany. Although she has never been formally canonized, she was declared to be a doctor of the Church by then Pope Benedict XVI in 2012. She was one of the first great German mystics and a real “renaissance” woman. She produced 69 musical compositions; wrote 400 letters to popes, emperors, abbots and abbesses; authored two volumes of material on natural medicine and cures; invented a language; wrote Gospel commentary and hagiography; produced three volumes of visionary theology; and composed perhaps the oldest surviving morality play, Ordo Virtutum (Play of the Virtues).

At the same time, her story stands as a dramatic exhortation to trust God and to courageously persevere in doing his will, even in the face of opposition. For example, in 1136, St. Hildegard was elected to lead her monastery community. She felt compelled by God to move the monastery from a well-established stone complex to a more impoverished temporary edifice. However, the move was opposed by the abbot under whose authority the monastery operated.

Then, St. Hildegard fell victim to an illness that paralyzed her.

No one could move her, including the abbot. St. Hildegard attributed the condition to God’s unhappiness at not following his will regarding moving the monastery. The abbot relented and granted his permission for the move, and she recovered shortly thereafter.

At another time, St. Hildegard hesitated to obey God’s directive, with equally severe consequences. She received visions throughout her life and had always been cautious about sharing them with others. At 42, however, she received a vision in which God instructed her to record all that she saw and heard. When she failed to do so out of fear, she again became physically ill until she complied.

In the end, her physical health was tied directly to her willingness to “be not afraid” when it came to obeying the will of God. It is a lesson we would all do well to learn – and live.

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Back in the 1950s when I was in law school, that was one of the jokes we passed around. These days it’s no longer just a joke – it has become commonplace. So much so that many no longer recognize that copying another person’s work without proper attribution is a form of theft.

It’s stealing. And it’s a big problem for schools and universities. last word Our computers Father Charles Irvin is the equip us founding editor to call up of FAITH Magazine and is the works retired. of others, highlight some of their paragraphs and then click on “copy and paste.” It’s so easy that we don’t give any moral consideration to what we’re doing.

But it’s unethical and actually violates the commandment, “Thou shall not steal.” Although the item being stolen is not something you can hold in your hands, it is someone else’s property.

Plagiarism is illegal. Students can be expelled and professors can lose their jobs if they are found to be plagiarizing. A growing field in the practice of law is Intellectual Property Law, which deals with plagiarism, copyright, inventions, and other creations of the mind.

According to the Catechism of the Catholic Church, “Every manner of taking and using another’s property unjustly is contrary to the seventh commandment.” (2454)

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