People of God September 2010 by Archdiocese of Santa Fe

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Jubilarians......................................................................................................................2 Archbishop’s Letter: 400th Anniversary of Santa Fe and its First Parish..............3 Archbishop’s Award ......................................................................................................5 The Four Fold Presences of Christ in the Liturgy .....................................................8 Catholic Education ........................................................................................................9 Vacation Bible Schools ...............................................................................................13 Cuarto Centenario .......................................................................................................14 71st National Annual Tekakwitha Conference ............................................................6 Youth & Young Adult Ministry ....................................................................................22 Archdiocese of Santa Fe’s Catholic Soccer League ...............................................23 Rest in Peace: Sr. Carrica...........................................................................................24 Region XIII Deacon Conference .................................................................................28

400 Years of Faith

Archdiocese of Santa Fe Celebrates the Establishment of the Roman Catholic Church 1610-2010

our hundred years ago in Santa Fe, New Mexico, the Roman Catholic Church was established. On Sunday, August 15, 2010, the Archdiocese of Santa Fe celebrated the end of the 400th Anniversary year with a Cuarto Centenario Closing Mass. “It was almost as if all 400 years of faith were present on this day….It was just incredible. La Conquistadora serves such an important role that we could not have celebrated the 400th without her.” Mrs. Terry Garcia Sacristana for La Conquistadora/Our Lady of Peace (pictured above with Our Lady), stressed that in order for our faith to live on, it is important to continue to tell the stories about our devotion to her and the garments and jewels she receives. Each gift is presented with an intention entrusted to her. Mrs. Garcia is a member of Cofradía de La Conquistadora, the organization entrusted with both care of the statue as well as perpetuating devotion to her. Anyone who so wishes to join the Cofradia can do so by contacting the them in care of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. The yearly membership dues are a mere $5.00. The membership includes local, national and international people.

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Congratulations Jubilarians Jubililarians pictured here with Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan are: Rev. Augustine Moore; Rev. Ramon Aragon; Rev. Luis Jaramillo; Rev. Crispin Butz, OFM; Rev. Francis Dorff, O.Praem; Rev. Anthony Bolman; Rev. Msgr. Sipio Salas, Rev. Richard McGowan, S.J.; Rev. Msgr. Leo Lucero; Rev. Samuel Falbo; Rev. Jose Hernandez

Tomé Pastor Celebrates 50th Anniversary of Ordination By Marianne Rittner-Holmes, parishioner

Fr. José with the Fiesta Queens, Chelsea Romero and Brenda Chavez.

Rev. José A. Hernández currently assigned as Pastor of Immaculate Conception Church in Tomé, Valencia County, celebrated the 50th anniversary of his ordination on June 16, 2010. Fr. José, or Fr. Pepe as he is known to some, entered the minor seminary at the age of 14 in his native Puerto Rico. He studied in the Dominican Republic as well as in Spain with the Jesuit order before returning to his homeland for ordination at the cathedral in San Juan at the age of 24. After serving several parishes on the island nation, he came to

the United States under the invitation of Bishop James P. Davis. In 1965, he went to New York, then on to New Mexico, where he has served since 1966. His parishes include Our Lady of Sorrows in Bernalillo from 1966 to 1970; Sacred Heart Church in Albuquerque from 1970 to 1974; Holy Trinity in Arroyo Seco from 1974 to 1977; Our Lady of Guadalupe in Peralta from 1977 to 1982; San Miguel Parish in Socorro from 1982 to 1991; and St. Edwin’s in Albuquerque from 1991 to 2001. He has been at the Tomé parish since 2001.

2010 Jubilarians - We have been blessed!

75 yeArs

Rev. Rod Fenzl, O.Praem Rev. Romualdo Ho, OSB

60 yeArs

Rev. Anthony Bolman Rev. Francis Dorff, O.Praem Rev. Samuel Falbo Sr. Josephine De Gorostiza, FdCC Sr. Juanita Marie Gonzales, SC Sr. Erlinda Gurule, OSF Rev. José Hernandez Rev. Luis Jaramillo Sr. Ann Kaufmann, CSJ Rev. Msgr. Leo Lucero, VG Emeritus Rev. Diego Mazon, OFM

Sr. M. Doloria Szwaja, CSSF

Rev. Ramon Aragon Rev. Crispin Butz, OFM Rev. Timon Cook, OFM Rev. Cecil Kleber, OFM Rev. Chrysostom Partee, OFM Rev. Msgr. Sipio Salas

55 yeArs

Rev. Salvador Aragon, OFM

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Rev. Richard McGowan, SJ Rev. Augustine Moore Rev. Lawrence Schreiber, OFM Sr. Ann Thielen, OP

Known for his great sense of humor, Fr. José is also recognized by parishioners for his exceptional insight into human spirituality. “He is a master at teaching and living the concept of a personal relationship with Christ,” says one parish member. “He is a living reflection of faith in his ministry,” says another. Please join the Tomé parish community in thanking Fr. José for his blessed service and gracious generosity in ministering to the Archdiocese of Santa Fe throughout his life. Thank you, Father!!!

HOLY FATHER’S PRAYER INTENTIONS FOR SEPTEMBER 2010

40 yeArs

The Word of God as Sign of Social Development General: That in less developed parts of the world the proclamation of the Word of God may renew people’s hearts, encouraging them to work actively toward authentic social progress.

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The End of War Missionary: That by opening our hearts to love we may put an end to the numerous wars and conflicts which continue to bloody our world.

Rev. Rev. Rev. Rev.

David Klein, CSB Vidal Martinez Msgr. Richard Olona Edward Rolph, SP

Rev. Thomas Kayammakal Rev. Joe D. Vigil

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IN THE RISEN LORD

400th Anniversary of Santa Fe and its First Parish Homily by Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan

Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi Sunday, August 15, 2010

t is with joy that I welcome all of you to our Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi for the 400th Anniversary celebration of the founding of Santa Fe and its first Church. I greet in a particular way my brother Archbishops, Bishops, Priests, Deacons and Religious who grace us with their presence. Msgr. Jerome Martinez y Alire, Cathedral Rector, often tells the story of his college history professor, a devout Episcopalian herself. She said, “The history of the Christianity in New Mexico can be summed up this way: Roman Catholicism was ushered in on the sandal clad feet of Spanish Franciscan Friars. Baptists came on horseback. Presbyterians by way of carriage and the Episcopalians – well, of course, they waited for the Pullman Cars.” But there was faith in a higher being here long before Christianity. The Native Americans, and especially the Pueblo Indians, had deep spiritual beliefs and they still do. But today we focus on the Catholic faith brought by the Franciscan missionaries. The first church in Santa Fe, the predecessor of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi was named Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Our Blessed Mother Mary had many trials in life. In Luke, Chapter 1, she was asked to be the Mother of Jesus, the Son of the Most High, whom she would conceive through the power of the Holy Spirit. Her response was to say to the angel that she was the servant of the Lord. “Let it be done to me as you say”. In Matthew, Chapter 1, Joseph to whom she was engaged found that she was pregnant and he knew he was not responsible. In a small town, like Nazareth, imagine the gossip that Mary was subject to! In a dream, God spoke to Joseph and told him that she conceived through the power of the Holy Spirit and that the child would be named Jesus who would save people from their sins. He took Mary into his home. Imagine the problems all this placed on Mary; then the birth in the stable surrounded by animals. The words of Simeon in Luke, Chapter 2, that Mary’s heart would be sorrowful, pierced by the sword. The flight into Egypt. Then

the worry Mary would suffer later when Jesus began his public ministry and the opposition of the Jewish leaders to him. Then the greatest sorrow for Mary was standing by the cross on Calvary when her only son, Jesus, died such a tragic and painful death amid the cheers of the people. Mary was faithful in accepting all the suffering and much more. For her perfect acceptance of God’s will to be the Mother of God for our salvation, God rewarded her. The place and honor the Church gives to her is in response to her acceptance of many trials. Today we honor her with the title of Our Lady of the Assumption. She was assumed into Heaven to be with God the Father and her Son Jesus when her life on earth was finished. Her other titles and the love that we show to Mary are the rewards for her saying “Yes” perfectly to God’s plan for our salvation. Today, we celebrate the courage and faithfulness of those ancestors who established our city and Church of Holy Faith in 1610. Imagine the well documented trials of the early Spanish settlers and friars who came here 400 years ago. They left the security of Spain and Mexico to come to a land, considered desolate and remote, to colonize it. No interstate highways or conveniences or water which we take for granted. They marched through the desert, hostile landscapes, hundreds of miles to arrive in Santa Fe. The difficulties in making a living, and raising the food necessary, the tensions with the Native Americans, the separation from their loved ones, the uncertainties about the future, the fears they faced must have been difficult for them. And yet, they had faith in God, established the city dedicating the first church to Our Lady of the Assumption, and asked for intercession in Heaven for their newly established city named See PARISH on page 21

400 Aniversario de Santa Fe y su Primer Parroquia Homilía por el Señor Arzobispo Michael J. Sheehan

Catedral Basílica de San Francisco de Asís Domingo 15 de agosto del 2010

s con un gran gozo que les doy la bienvenida a la Catedral de San Francisco de Asís en ocasión de la celebración del 400 aniversario de la fundación de Santa Fe y su primera Iglesia. Saludo en particular a mis hermanos Arzobispos, Obispos, Sacerdotes, Diáconos y Religiosos quienes nos dignan hoy con su presencia. El Señor Monseñor Jerome Martinez, Rector de la Catedral, a menudo narra una historia de su profesora de historia en la universidad, una devota creyente de la iglesia episcopal. Ella decía: “La historia de la Cristiandad en Nuevo México puede resumirse de esta manera: el Catolicismo Romano arribó inicialmente en los pies calzados en sandalias de los frailes franciscanos españoles. Los Bautistas llegaron a caballo. Los Presbiterianos en carretas y los Episcopalianos – pues, por supuesto que esperaron por los carros Pullman.” Pero la fe en un Ser Supremo estaba aquí ya antes de la Cristiandad. Los Nativo Americanos, y especialmente los Indios de los Pueblos, tenían una profunda espiritualidad y creencias que todavía practican. Pero hoy nos enfocamos en la fe Católica traída por los misioneros franciscanos La primera iglesia en Santa Fe, predecesora de la Catedral Basílica de San Francisco de Asís, fue nombrada La Asunción de la Virgen María. Nuestra Santa Madre María tuvo muchos contratiempos en su vida. En Lucas, capítulo 1, se le pidió ser la Madre de Jesús, el hijo del Altísimo, a quien ella concebiría a través del poder del Espíritu Santo. Su respuesta fue decirle al Ángel que ella era la

esclava del Señor. “Hágase en mí según a tu palabra”. En Mateo, capítulo 1, José, con quien ella estaba comprometida, se dio cuenta de que ella estaba embarazada y sabía que él no era el responsable de ello. En un pueblo pequeño como Nazaret, ¡imagínense ustedes los rumores a los que María fue sujeta! En un sueño Dios le habló a José y le dijo que ella había concebido a través del poder del Espíritu Santo y que esa criatura sería llamada Jesús, quien salvaría a la gente de sus pecados. José entonces se llevó a María a su hogar. Imagínense los problemas que todo esto le ocasionó a Maria; luego vino el nacimiento en el establo, rodeados de animales. Las palabras de Simeón en el capítulo 2 de Lucas, de que el corazón de María sería atravesado por la espada del dolor. La huída a Egipto. Luego las preocupaciones que María sufriría después cuando Jesús inició su ministerio público y la oposición de los líderes Judíos hacia él. Entonces vino la mayor tristeza para María, mientras ella estaba parada junto a la cruz en el Calvario cuando su único hijo, Jesús, murió esa muerte trágica y dolorosa en medio de los aplausos de la gente. María fue siempre fiel al aceptar este sufrimiento y muchos más. Por su perfecta aceptación de la voluntad de Dios para ser la Madre de Dios por nuestra salvación, Dios la recompensó. El lugar y el honor que la Iglesia le da a ella son en respuesta a su aceptación por las muchas pruebas que sufrió. En este día la honramos con su título de Nuestra Señora de la Asunción. Ella fue llevada al Cielo para estar con Dios el Padre y con Jesús su hijo cuando su vida en esta tierra concluyó. Sus otros títulos y el amor que nosotros mostramos a Maria son las recompensas por su respuesta al decir un “Si” perfecto a los planes de Dios para nuestra salvación. See PARROQUIA on page 21

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Archbishop’s Schedule

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Office Appointments Procession & Misa de Las Fiestas, Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, Santa Fe Mass of the Holy Cross, Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi Candlelight Procession to Cross of the Martyrs, Santa Fe College of Consultors, Catholic Center Presbyteral Council, Madonna Retreat Center, Albuquerque Deans, Madonna Retreat Center, Albuquerque Catholic Relief Services Board Meeting, Baltimore, MD Catholic Charities 65th Anniversary, Natural History Museum Mass, Annual Deacon Retreat, Glorieta Catholic Foundation Mass & Awards, Our Lady of the Annunciation, Albuquerque, followed by reception at Marriott on Louisiana Priestly Life Workshop, Shrine of St. Bernadette, Albuquerque Catholic Relief Services Online Conference Santa Fe Province Bishops Meeting, Gallup Diocese New Mexico Conference of Catholic Bishop’s, Gallup Diocese Archdiocesan Finance Council, Catholic Center Holy Ghost Blue Ribbon Fund Raiser, Albuquerque Archdiocesan-wide Quinceañera, Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, Albuquerque Mass, Holy Name Society Leadership Conference, Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, Santa Fe Office Appointments UNM Catholic Professor Lecture, Continuing Ed Building, Albuquerque ACA Goal Setting, St. Joseph on the Rio Grande, Albuquerque Hall of Honor, St. Pius High School, Fine Arts Center, Albuquerque Office Appointments Catholic High School Theology Teachers Meeting, Catholic Center Lunch, Catechetical Leaders, Catholic Center Cristo Rey High School Preliminary Study Event, National Hispanic Cultural Center, Albuquerque Breakfast & Hot Air Balloon Viewing sponsored by French Mortuary Invocation, Barrett Foundation 25th Anniversary Gala, Hotel Albuquerque Mass & Procession, Rancho de Las Golondrinas Rosary Rally, Isotope Stadium, Albuquerque Office Appointments Mass, Archbishop’s St. Francis of Assisi Awards, Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, Santa Fe Office Appointments Archdiocesan Evangelization Committee, Catholic Center Office Appointments Archbishop’s School Fund Dinner, Hotel Albuquerque Annual Mass & Banquet, St. Vincent de Paul, Immaculate Conception, Tome Mass & Parish Hall Dedication, Our Lady of the Assumption, Jemez Springs

41st Annual Rosary Rally Sunday, October 3, 2010

2:00pm at Isotopes Park 1601 Avenida Cesar Chavez SE, Albuquerque, NM

This year’s theme is “The Word of the Lord Remains Forever”. Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan will be the main presider and homilist. Mass will follow the annual consecration of families to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and the recitation of the Most Holy Rosary. Youth groups from different parishes from the Archdiocese will participate in the living rosary. As each participant says a Hail Mary, a red rose will be placed in front of the statue of Our Lady of Lourdes. The Knights of Columbus will participate in the procession and the crowning of the statue of Our Lady of Lourdes. Youth groups will be at each entrance to welcome people and hand out rosaries and scapulars. Everyone is invited to come and pray for peace.

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TV Mass Schedule

The Catholic Center St. Joseph/St. Francis Chapel Sunday at 7:00 a.m. on KRQE TV-13, KBIM TV-10, KREZ TV-6, and FOX 2

Date

American Sign Language (ASL) Interpreted

Readings (Cycle C)

September 19, 2010 25th Sunday OT Rev. Ronald Bowers

Am 8:4-7 1 Tm 2:1-8 Luke 16:1-13 or 16:10-13

September 26, 2010 21st Sunday OT Rev. James McGowan

Am 6:1a, 4-7 1 Tm 6:11-16 Luke 16:19-31

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The following parishes have sent in excess Mass stipends to the Archdiocesan Finance Office for seminarian education. These receipts are for the period July 1, 2009 through August 26, 2010. Excess Mass stipends are from multiple Mass intentions celebrated at Parishes. The Archdiocesan policy is for excess Mass stipends to be used for seminarian education. With the increase in the number of seminarians to 30, the cost of education, room, board, and health insurance will be approximately $1,000,000 for fiscal year 2010-2011. The cost also includes the Vocations Office. Tuition, room, and board costs from $20,000 to $25,000 per year depending on the seminary.

Parish Name/City

Amount Received From July 1, 2009 to August 26, 2010

$141,858.33

St John the Baptist – Santa Fe Santa Maria de La Paz - Santa Fe St Anne – Santa Fe Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe - Pojoaque St Joseph on the Rio Grande - Albuquerque Our Lady of Belen - Belen Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary - ABQ Risen Savior Catholic Community - ABQ Our Lady of the Annunciation - ABQ St Anthony - Questa San Ysidro – Corrales Immaculate Conception – Las Vegas Holy Ghost – ABQ Sangre de Cristo – ABQ Our Lady of Sorrows – Las Vegas St Jude Thaddeus – ABQ John XXIII Catholic Community - ABQ Sacred Heart – ABQ St Francis Xavier – Clayton Our Lady of the Assumption – Jemez Springs Immaculate Conception – Tome St Anthony of Padua – Pecos St Augustine – Isleta Pueblo San Francisco de Asis – Ranchos de Taos Estancia Valley Catholic Parish – Moriarty Our Lady of Guadalupe – Santa Fe Our Lady of Guadalupe – Peralta Our Lady of the Assumption - ABQ

$ 6,500.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 3,340.00 $ 5,830.00 $ 6,657.10 $ 4,570.00 $ 4,000.00 $11,270.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 4,140.00 $10,449.60 $ 3,650.00 $ 8,000.00 $16,500.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 1,625.00 $ 1,356.85 $ 1,150.00 $ 186.00 $ 200.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 3,189.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 3,420.00 $ 1,324.78 $ 2,000.00 $18,500.00

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You’re invited!

Archbishop’s Annual School Fund Dinner

The dinner is set New Mexico Children for Friday, October Youth and Families 8, 2010. It will be at Department from Hotel Albuquerque 1995-1998, she served starting at 6:00 p.m. five consecutive terms with no host cocktails, as a United States silent auction and basRepresentative from ket raffles. Dinner will New Mexico. While be served at 7:00 p.m. in the U. S. House of This year’s keynote Representatives she speaker, former United received assignments States Representative on the Commerce Heather Wilson, will Committee (later provide a non-Cathorenamed Energy lic perspective on the and Commerce value of Catholic eduCommittee), Armed cation! It is still our Original Retablo of Our Lady Services Committee, policy that we do not of Guadalupe by Dr. Charand Intelligence promote any specific lie Carrillo and Donated for Committee. In addicandidate or political After-Dinner Auction. tion to these responparty. However, since sibilities she is wife Representative Wilson is not currently to attorney Jay Hone and mother to in office and has no plans of running their three children, Scott, Joshua and for any political office, the Archbishop Caitlin. decided she would bring a new perDon’t miss out on an opportunity spective of what Catholic Schools offer. to help fund tuition for low-income Some may be surprised that many of students at Archdiocesan Catholic the students in our Catholic Schools Schools. If you’ve been before, you are not of our Catholic faith. know how much your help is needed Representative Wilson was honored and appreciated. If this will be your this past April as a Distinguished first time, you will get to see the Graduate of the United States Air importance of Catholic education, witForce Academy from which she grad- ness the acknowledgement of teachuated in 1982. She served in the Air ers nominated for the Archdiocesan Force until 1989, when she joined Teacher of the Year, and applaud the the National Security Council Staff as generosity of our many sponsors, get Director of European Defense Policy to know new people and you might and Arms Control. After serving on the event be top bidder in the live auction Governor’s Cabinet as Secretary of the or win one of the basket raffles.

Archbishop’s School Fund Dinner Reservation Friday, October 8, 2010, 6:00 p.m. Hotel Albuquerque

We will purchase _____ Table(s) for 10 people at a cost of $1,250 each. We will purchase ____ Tickets cost of $125 each We cannot attend this year. Enclosed is a check in the amount of $_____________ for the School Fund. Please mail with check to: Archbishop’s School Fund Dinner 4000 St. Joseph Place NW Albuquerque, NM 87120

Archbishop’s Award goes to Andrew Montoya

By Marina Ochoa, Director, Office of Historic-Artistic Patrimony and Archives

Photo by Marina Ochoa

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Andrew Montoya with his bulto titled The Battle of Good versus Evil. Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan awarded the Archbishop’s Award for Spanish Market to Andrew Montoya of Santa Fe. The award was given for a bulto titled The Battle of Good versus Evil showing St. Michael the Archangel in battle over the devil depicted with a snake tail atop a crab pulling the devil to the ocean depts. Andrew Montoya has been in Spanish Market, sponsored by the Spanish Colonial Arts Society, since he was 14 years old and participated in the youth portion of the market. He has been actively involved in Spanish Market for 13 years. He is nephew to Arlene Cisneros Sena who painted the beautiful altarscreen depicting the Holy Family in the Blessed Sacrament Chapel at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi and a winner of the Archbishop’s Award in 2001 and is the son of Patricia Cisneros, now deceased, and Danny Montoya. Andrew Montoya started his career as an artist painting retablos but soon found that he liked and was more interested in carving bultos. He is a self taught carver and painter and

received his inspiration for the winning piece from a piece he saw at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine in New York City. The piece is unique because it incorporates a sea creature, the crab, but is in the New Mexico santero style. He was especially pleased to receive the Archbishop’s Award and thanks Archbishop Sheehan for choosing the piece. Unknown to the Archbishop when he chose the winning piece, was that Andrew Montoya also carved a beautiful cross for the Cathedral Basilica that was blessed at Mass during Spanish Market. The Archbishop’s Award has been given to a talented artist since 1993 the year His Excellency Michael J. Sheehan became Archbishop of Santa Fe and started the awards. Among those who have received the award are Tim Valdez who received it the first year, Charlie Carrillo, Nabor Lucero, Felix Lopez and others. The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi gave the youth award this year to Sean Herrera for a retablo showing the fall of Jericho.

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Social Justice: Putting A Secret Worth Telling My Faith into Action By Br. Graham Golden, O. Praem., Catholic Campaign for Human Development Intern

By Taylor Kingston, Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry

I recently attended the 24th annual Social Action Summer Institute (SASI) at Santa Clara University San Jose, CA for parish and diocesan social ministry. The theme for this year’s SASI was Peacebuilding for the 21st Century. Seven representatives from the Archdiocese of Santa Fe attended including Anne Avellone, Director of Social Justice and Respect Life, Bunny Miller, theology teacher at St. Pius, Susan Tomita from St. Bernadette, Emmet Garrity from Newman Center, Christina Benitez from Holy Rosary and UNM student, Joseph Montiel from Holy Rosary and UNM student, and myself, Taylor Kingston from St. Charles, UNM student and office aide for the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry. The four-day conference focused on how Catholic leaders could be peacemakers in these times of conflict in our world. It was packed with prayer, workshops, and speakers from around the world. SASI was a great opportunity to learn about social issues across the globe and how Catholics are called to respond. I learned about how social justice is rooted in scripture and about the basics of Catholic social teaching. I heard about great work being done in parishes, in dioceses and organizations such as the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), Catholic Relief Services (CRS), and Catholic Charities USA. I also learned new ideas for other ministries in which I am involved. For example, there was a wonderful workshop Hispanics and Social Ministry: Time for a New Conversation? with Fr. Eduardo Fernandez and Ms. Anne

Grycz, Diocese of San Jose. These speakers talked about how they have been successful with Hispanic Ministry in their diocese, what challenges they faced and how they overcame them. Another workshop was a panel on the state of social action and included Greg Kepferle, Catholic Charities of San Jose, Ralph McCloud, USCCB/ CCHD, Joan Rosenhauer, CRS, Kath Saile, USCCB/JPHD and others. Panel members were asked various questions about their organizations and about social justice issues. One question raised was about how young people fit into social justice ministry and what is being done to help these young people stay involved. Panelists mentioned that young people need to have opportunities to do service for others, that we need to encourage them to ask questions, to reflect on their service and to give them tools to speak for themselves. In the end the best advocate for young people is in fact young people. As a first-time attendee, I found SASI very helpful, educational, spiritual, and fun. The Archdiocese of Santa Fe Young Adult Advisory Team is looking to grow in numbers, spiritually, educationally and now in social justice ministry. Through this conference I learned there are many resources and organizations that will be able to help the young adults implement plans in the area of charity and justice. I am looking forward to working with others on social justice issues and helping build from the strong social justice communities the Archdiocese of Santa Fe has in place.

What is the best kept secret in the Catholic Church? Is it a legendary tale heavily guarded deep within the Vatican for fear that it could bring two millennia of lived faith tradition to a shameful halt? The truth is the greatest secret of our faith is one that the Pope, Magisterium and the American Bishops wish to sound from the highest heights. Why does it remain a secret? Could it be that our hearts and minds are reluctant to hear the prophetic voice of the Church when we confront the comfort and complacency of our daily lives? What is our best kept secret? It is Catholic Social Teaching (CST). Pope John Paul II explains that, “The Church’s social teaching finds its source in Sacred Scripture…From the beginning, it was part of the Church’s teaching...[and is] developed by the teaching of the Popes” (On Human Work, 3). Like many other aspects of Church teaching (e.g. morality), CST directly challenges our contemporary society and mainstream culture and therefore can be unnerving. The Church calls us to question our values and reflect on whether we are evangelizing our culture or if we have given in to it. We must discern how well we know and live our Church’s social teaching and what rationalizations we use to ignore this fundamental aspect of Christian wisdom. As Catholics, we are challenged by the individualism of our culture that often ignores how connected our human lives and social, political and economic systems really are, and how our individual choices have commu-

nal and global impacts. Pope Benedict XVI writes, “No man is an island, entire of itself. Our lives are involved with one another, through innumerable interactions they are linked together. No one lives alone. No one sins alone. No one is saved alone. The lives of others continually spill over into mine: in what I think, say, do and achieve. And conversely, my life spills over into that of others: for better or for worse” (Spe Salve, 48). CST presents a vision for society coming from and directed toward Jesus Christ, rooted in the Kingdom of God to come and centered on our unalienable human dignity from conception through natural death. CST seeks to bring about the culture of life in a vividly holistic way prophetically calling to conversion all aspects of our lives, economies, governments and societies. As the new intern for the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD) in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, I invite us as a community of faith to open our minds and hearts to a deeper and more fulfilling life in Christ by striving to respond to the personally and socially challenging teachings that our Sacred Scripture, Ancient Tradition and Magisterium put forward in guiding our daily lives as individuals and as members of our Catholic and human family. If you are interested in presentations on CST, poverty and the CCHD for youth or young adult groups, religious education, confirmation or RCIA programs or other group contact Br. Graham Golden, O. Praem. at 505.831.8235 or justice2@archdiosf.org.

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The Diocesan Synod By Rev. Kevin Niehoff, O.P., J.C.L., Adjutant Judicial Vicar

The diocesan synod is defined in the 1983 Code of Canon Law as an assembly of selected priests and other members of Christ’s faithful of a particular church (e.g., diocese, archdiocese) which, for the good of the whole diocesan community, assists the diocesan Bishop, as delineated by the proper canons (canon 460). The diocesan synod is held only when the Bishop, after consulting his council of priests, judges that the circumstance suggest it. And, if the Bishop has the responsibility of several dioceses, or is Administrator of another diocese, the Bishop may convene one synod for all of the dioceses under his jurisdiction (canon 461, paragraphs 1 and 2). Only the diocesan Bishop may convene a diocesan synod, one who is in interim charge cannot do so. The diocesan Bishop presides over the synod but he may delegate his Vicar General, or an episcopal Vicar to fulfill his role over individual sessions. Those to be summoned to a diocesan synod include: the coadjutor Bishop and auxiliary Bishops; the Vicars general, episcopal vicar, and the judicial vicar; the canons of the cathedral church (not a group used in diocesan cathedrals in the U.S.A.); the members of the council of priests; lay members of Christ’s faithful, including members of institutes of consecrated life, to be elected by the pastoral council in the manner and the number to be determined by the diocesan Bishop, or when

the council does not exist, as the diocesan Bishops determines; the rector of the major seminary; the vicars Forane (deans of deaneries); at least one priest from each vicariate Forane (deaneries); and, some superiors of religious institutes and societies of apostolic life to be elected in the number and manner determined by the diocesan Bishop. The diocesan Bishop may invite others to attend, clerics, religious, lay men and women; and, the diocesan Bishop may invite individuals both ordained and lay from other religious traditions as observers (canon 463, paragraphs 1, 2 and 3). At times someone may not attend the synod for a serious reason but this person may not appoint a proxy and must notify the diocesan Bishop why he/she is not attending (canon 464). All questions are to subject to a free discussion of the members of the diocesan synod (canon 465). The only legislator at the diocesan synod is the diocesan Bishop, who must sign all decrees and documents; and, the diocesan Bishop is required to share the results of the synod to the Metropolitan Bishop and the Bishops’ Conference. Finally, if the diocesan Bishop judges it prudent he may suspend or dissolve the diocesan synod. And, if the diocesan see becomes vacant, the synod ends by virtue of law until such a time the new Bishop declares the synod be continued or terminated.

The St. Thomas More Society and Catholic Charities Cordially invite you and your family, friends and associates to participate in the Annual Votive Mass of the Holy Spirit, traditionally known as

The Red Mass

in honor of St. Thomas More and St. Ives, patrons of the Legal Profession, to seek Divine guidance for judges, lawyers, law enforcement and the administration of justice.

Most Reverend Michael J. Sheehan, Main Celebrant Friday, October 15, 2010 at 12:00 Noon

Immaculate Conception Church 619 Copper NW, Albuquerque, NM

ARE YOU A MEMBER YET? The Catholic Business Form Announces Their 2010-11 Schedule

Women and men of faith, alert! The Catholic Business Forum needs your membership and support. You need The Catholic Business Forum. Six times this year, The Catholic Business Forum (CBF) provides women and men of faith with the opportunity to network and to be inspired by their peers’ faith stories and journeys. This school year’s talented, committed presenters include: · Dr. Richard Wood, Director, Religious Studies Program, UNM: September 14, 2010 · Mr. Bing Grady, Retired Bank Executive and Archdiocesan Finance Council: October 12, 2010 · Dr. Breda Bova, Chief of Staff to the President, UNM: November 9, 2010 · Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan, Archdiocese of Santa Fe: February 8, 2011 · Hon. Cecilia “Cece” Niemczyk, Retired Metro Court Judge, March 8, 2011 · Dr. Mark Peceny, Chair, Political Science Department, UNM: April 12, 2011 THE CATHOLIC BUSINESS FORUM 2nd Tuesday of September – November; February – April Embassy Suites: I-25 and Lomas; Albuquerque, NM Registration 11:30 A; Presentation: 12 N; Luncheon: 12:30 – 1:30 P Be a Member Join the Catholic Business Forum as a Member. $200 includes one ticket to each of all six sessions. A couple’s membership is $380, including two tickets to each of all six sessions. Bring a friend to a single session for $32. Thank you for joining the effort. Be a Sponsor Support this valuable effort in New Mexico and be recognized broadly. Business / Executive Sponsorship = $600 includes two tickets to each of all six sessions, CBF website ad, tabletop signage, recognition at each session, and a 3-5 minute talk once a year. Parish / School / Non-Profit Sponsorship = $500, with the same benefits. Thank you for helping to sustain CBF. Come When You Can All are welcome to one or more of the valuable sessions. Just be sure to register and pay at least one week in advance of the session. Cost is $35, or a Group Ticket for three reservations is $100. You will be changed. Your work and mission will be changed. Your family and colleagues will be changed. Take the challenge. To become a member, a sponsor, and/or to register: contact the Dominican Ecclesial Institute (D+E+I) at 505.243.0525; fax 505.247.2933, or email info@d-e-i.org. Credit cards, checks or cash are welcome. Paid reservations close one week before each event. Share the joys and struggles of living a life in which your spirituality and your business practices are fully integrated. The Catholic Business Forum … at the intersection of serious faith and serious business.

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LITURGICAL Formation The Four Fold Presences of Christ in the Liturgy By Ken Griesemer, Member, Archdiocesan Liturgical Commission and Environment and Art Committee

n a previous article in this series on baptism, Linda Krehmeier discussed the centrality of the Sunday Eucharist in our Catholic lives. She wrote, “We, the faithful, the baptized, are the Church – the Body of Christ and we experience this most fully every Sunday at Eucharist . . . And, why? Because we are . . . those who have shared in the dying and rising of Christ.” What is this dying and rising in Christ? Every time we put aside our own needs, desires, agenda, or sinful ways, and open ourselves to the presence of Christ, we are living the Paschal Mystery. Death to the old brings new life! Where do we meet this Christ who loves us unconditionally and calls us to a deeper life of faith? Certainly, we encounter Christ in our personal prayer, in times of quiet before the Blessed Sacrament, in the gift of a newborn child, or in receiving the selfless love of another. But for us Catholics, the preeminent experience of Christ’s presence is in the celebration of the Eucharistic Liturgy, the holy sacrifice of the Mass. In the years before and after the Second Vatican Council, our Church has taught of the multiple and unfolding presences of Christ at Mass. (1) In the 1967 document Instruction on the Eucharistic Mystery, the Church explained that “In the celebration of Mass the principal modes of Christ’s presence to his Church emerge clearly one after the other: first he is seen to be present in the assembly of the faithful gathered in his name; then in his word, with the reading and explanation of Scripture; also in the person of the minister; finally, in a singular way under the Eucharistic elements.” While they differ, each of these presences is very real. Based on this theology, we can understand the importance of showing respect for other members of the liturgical assembly by arriving on time, praying and singing in unison, staying until the celebration is complete, and then enjoying the fellowship of our brothers and sisters in Christ. We

can understand the importance of listening attentively with an open heart to the Word of God as it is proclaimed and then broken open by the homilist, of singing the responsorial psalm, and of making the Word we have heard part of our daily lives. We can understand the importance of the role of the priest celebrant as he gathers us as one body, illuminates sacred scripture for us, and gives voice to our common prayer to the Father. We can also understand the great gift we have in receiving the Body and Blood of Christ, and the importance of coming to Mass predisposed to receive the Eucharist, to process and to sing, and to observe a reverent silence after the communion procession is complete. Finally, we can understand the importance of bringing this Christ we have received with us as we are sent forth. As we open ourselves to encounter the risen Christ at Liturgy, we cannot help but be strengthened and transformed for our daily work of transforming our broken relationships and our hurting and hungry world. We don’t just go to Mass because it is one of the rules, but because it is at the very core of who we are and what we do as the Body of Christ. What an awesome gift, what an awesome responsibility! Note 1: Following are some of the documents where the Church has taught of the multiple and unfolding presences of Christ in the Liturgy. 1943 Pius XII, Mystici Corporis 1947 Pius XII, Mediator Dei, 11-5-47 1963 Vatican II, Sacrosanctum Concilium, 12-4-63, Chapter I, #7 1965 Paul VI, Mysterium Fidei, 9-3-65, #35-39 1967 SC Rites, Eucharisticum Mysterium, 5-25-67, #55 1969 SC Divine Worship, General Instruction of the Roman Missal, Chapter II, #7 1973 SC Divine Worship, Holy Communion and Worship of the Eucharist Outside Mass, 6-21-73, General Introduction, #6

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Las Cuatro Formas de la Presencia de Cristo en la Liturgia Por Ken Griesemer, Miembro, la Comisión Arquidiocesana Litúrgica y Medio Ambiente y el Comité de Arte

n un artículo anterior de esta serie de artículos sobre el bautismo, Linda Krehmeier discutía la centralidad de la eucaristía dominical en nuestras vidas católicas. Ella escribió: “Nosotros, los fieles, los bautizados, somos la Iglesia - el Cuerpo de Cristo y experimentamos esto más plenamente cada domingo en la Eucaristía... Y, ¿por qué? Porque nosotros somos ... quienes hemos compartido en la muerte y la resurrección de Cristo.” ¿Qué es esto de morir y resucitar en Cristo? Cada vez que hacemos a un lado nuestras propias necesidades, deseos, agenda, o tendencias pecaminosas, y nos abrimos a la presencia de Cristo, estamos viviendo el Misterio Pascual. ¡La muerte a lo viejo trae nueva vida! ¿En dónde nos encontramos con este Cristo que nos ama incondicionalmente y nos llama a una más profunda vida de fe? Sin duda, encontramos a Cristo en nuestra oración personal, en los tiempos de calma ante el Santísimo Sacramento, en el regalo de un niño de un niño recién nacido, o al recibir el amor desinteresado de otros. Pero para nosotros los Católicos, la experiencia preeminente de la presencia de Cristo se encuentra en la celebración de la Liturgia Eucarística, el santo sacrificio de la Misa. En los años antes y después del Segundo Concilio Vaticano nuestra Iglesia ha enseñado sobre las múltiples formas de la presencia de Cristo en la Misa. (1) En el documento de 1967 Instruction on the Eucharistic Mystery (Instrucción sobre el Misterio Eucarístico), la Iglesia explicó que “En la celebración de la Misa, las principales formas emergen claramente una después de la otra: primero, él está presente en la asamblea de fieles congregados en su nombre; luego en su palabra, con la lectura y la explicación de la Escritura; también en la persona del ministro; finalmente, en una forma singular bajo los elementos de la Eucaristía.” Mientras que diferentes, cada una de estas presencias es muy real. Basados en esta teología, podemos entender la importancia de mostrar respeto para los otros miembros de la asamblea litúrgica llegando a tiempo, orando y cantando juntos, quedándonos hasta que la celebración termine, y

entonces, disfrutando de la compañía de nuestros hermanos y hermanas en Cristo. Podemos entender la importancia de escuchar atentamente con un corazón abierto la Palabra de Dios cuando es proclamada y a continuación desglosada por quien ofrece la homilía, al cantar el salmo responsorial, y al hacer parte de nuestras vidas diarias la Palabra que hemos escuchado. Podemos entender la importancia del papel de sacerdote celebrante mientras nos reúne a todos como un Cuerpo, da luz a la sagrada escritura para nosotros, y da voz a nuestra oración común al Padre. También podemos entender el gran regalo que tenemos al recibir el Cuerpo y la Sangre de Cristo, y la importancia de asistir a Misa predispuestos a recibir la Eucaristía, a participar en la procesión y a cantar, y a observar un silencio reverente después de que la procesión de la comunión ha concluido. Finalmente, podemos entender la importancia de llevar con nosotros a este Cristo que hemos recibido mientras somos enviados al mundo. Mientras nos preparamos para un encuentro con el Cristo resucitado en la Liturgia, no podemos dejar de ser fortalecidos y transformados para nuestra labor diaria de transformar nuestras relaciones fracturadas y de nuestro mundo que sufre y tiene hambre. No vamos a Misa simplemente porque es una de las reglas, sino porque es la esencia misma de lo que somos y lo que hacemos como el Cuerpo de Cristo. ¡Qué maravilloso regalo! ¡Qué maravillosa responsabilidad! Nota 1: A continuación se listan algunos de los documentos en los cuales la Iglesia ha enseñado acerca de las múltiples formas de la presencia de Cristo en la Liturgia. 1943 Pio XII, Mystici Corporis 1947 Pio XII, Mediator Dei, 11-5-47 1963 Vaticano II, Sacrosanctum Concilium, 12-4-63, Capítulo I, #7 1965 Pablo VI, Mysterium Fidei, 9-3-65, #35-39 1967 SC Ritos, Eucharisticum Mysterium, 5-25-67, #55 1969 SC Culto Divino, Instrucción General del Misal Romano, Capítulo II, #7 1973 SC Culto Divino, La Sagrada Comunión y el Culto de la Eucaristía Fuera de la Misa, 6-21-73, Introducción General, #6

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Community Effort Benefits Queen of Heaven School Students By Janine Burford, Fifth Grade Teacher, Queen of Heaven

As summer fades and turns into fall, children and parents prepare for another school year. School supplies are purchased, teachers develop lesson plans, and school communities undertake the task of cleanup and preparation for a new school year. Queen of Heaven School in the beautiful Uptown area of Albuquerque, is no different. Recently, the Woodmen of the World adopted Queen of Heaven School with the mission to bring their resources to help a local school. Queen of Heaven’s pastor, Fr. Johnny Lee Chavez, principal, Dr. Richard Dodson, and Athletic Director, Lissa Warren, began partnering with the Woodsmen of America to

identify projects that would improve the school. The main area of concern for all parties was sparseness of the two playgrounds with very little playground equipment, no grass areas, and no shade structures available for

use by the children. After a year of planning, new equipment was ordered from Exerplay Inc.,located in Cedar Crest, NM. Earlier in August, the Woodsmen of the World representatives, Queen of Heaven faculty members, families, friends and students arrived early to help this dream become reality. A new swing set, a spiral climbing wall and double orbiter were built by this community on the large playground. The smaller playground received a water and sand table that will be used

by the Pre-K and Kindergarteners. “The children are already anxious to use this interactive tool”, stated one Pre-K parent. In addition to the two playgrounds, an outdoor classroom was constructed and wooden benches were finished for all classes to share throughout the year. “I counted over 56 people who gave their time and talents to make this dream a reality,” Dr. Dodson stated. “The community spirit is unbelievable.” Shirley, Tom, and Joyce, representatives of Woodsmen, agree. She was excited to see the turn-out and results. “We are only at the beginning of this project. Hopefully we can add more new pieces in the years to come.” Parents and students worked over six hours on Saturday but never complained about the 95º F sun beating down on them. “It’s for our kids”, one parent stated, “it’s totally worth all the hard work today!” The buzz from all seemed to echo the same!

Upcoming Community Events Queen of Heaven School Sept. 7-17 Sept. 16 Oct. 23

Cookie Dough Sales Open House 6pm Oktoberfest 6pm

Please join us! We would love to meet you!

St. Pius X High School Homecoming 2010 Homecoming is for Everyone

Mark your calendars for St. Pius X Homecoming week September 26 - October 1. Activities start with the Minutes of Gold Tea on Sunday, September 26, at Tanoan Country Club. Friends, mothers, daughters, aunts, and grandmothers are invited to get together for this light luncheon of tea and delectable treats. A silent auction and music by junior Kevin Cummings, son of Cindy and Kevin Cummings, both of the class of 1983, add to the delightful afternoon. The tea is $30 per person. The Alumni Scholarship Circle Dedication will be held at 6 pm on Tuesday, September 28, followed by the Hall of Honor/ Vincioni Award Ceremony and Reception. Outstanding individuals who are community leaders and embody the school motto, “Teach me goodness, discipline, and knowledge” will be honored at the ceremony. This year’s Hall of Honor inductees will be Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan, Rubén Rumbaut, ‘65, John, (class of ’70) and Muffin Menicucci, parents of four St. Pius graduates, and John Cordova, ‘76. After his appointment in 1993, Archbishop Sheehan pulled the Archdiocese of Santa Fe through a difficult period and rescued it from the verge of bankruptcy. He brought a new sense of hope to the Archdiocese by promising to serve the people with all his energy and heart. A leading authority on immigration and professor of sociology at the University of California at Irvine, Dr. Rumbaut is co-author of the landmark Children of Immigrants Longitudinal Study. A member of the Athletic Boosters Club, Mr. Menicucci played a major role in the building of the SPX baseball field.

He served on the Foundation Board, while Mrs. Menicucci made sure those who could not afford SPX could attend. A pioneer in sports marketing, Mr. Cordova worked for professional sports teams and for over 16 years has been an integral part of Coca-Cola’s domestic pro sports marketing. He is a community leader committed to supporting St. Pius X. The SPX Sartans will play St. Michael’s at the Homecoming Football Game at 7 pm on Thursday, September 30, Wilson Stadium. Alumni receive free admission to the game, and this year’s halftime festivities will honor the class of 1960, the first-ever graduating class of SPX, celebrating its 50th reunion this year. Golfers of all skill levels are invited to the Alumni Scholarship Golf Tournament on Friday, October 1, at Santa Ana Golf Course. Registration begins at 7 am, and the shotgun start is 8 am. Sponsorship opportunities range from $300 to $10,000. Registration is $500 for a team of four and includes breakfast and an awards lunch. Proceeds from the tea and the golf tournament benefit the Alumni Council Endowed Scholarship that will help a deserving student attend St. Pius X High School. For information on these events, visit the www.saintpiusx.com, call 505.831.8406, or email bmontoya-ballou@sps. k12.nm.us.

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Richard Dodson

Queen of Heaven School, Albuquerque Richard Dodson will be celebrating his fifth year as principal of Queen of Heaven School this year. He has 26 years of administrative, teaching (he taught social studies, music and journalism), and coaching experience in Arizona, Washington, and New Mexico. He also was an adjunct professor in Education and Music at two Arizona colleges. He received his Doctorate and Masters degrees in Education from Northern Arizona University and his B.S. from University of Kansas. Dr. Dodson said he is particularly proud of the academic achievements Queen of Heaven students make year after year. “They consistently score high on standardized tests,” he said, “and our graduates go on to local high schools, including St. Pius, and excel.” “It’s an honor when they graduate and then come back to visit their old teachers here at Queen of Heaven,” he added.

Jim Grogan

Holy Child Catholic School, Tijeras Jim Grogan is the new principal of Holy Child Catholic School, Tijeras. Jim has 18 years experience as an elementary and middle school principal. His calling to Catholic education came because of his love for great books which resulted in a desire to serve the Church as a LaSallian volunteer in an apostolate that was being established in Greenville, MI. Jim loved every aspect of his volunteer work as a high school, middle school and adult literacy teacher and later as a principal and teacher in that same area. Jim next spent 14 years as principal of Blessed Sacrament school in Wichita, KS. At Blessed Sacrament, Jim led the school to become one of the top academic institutions in the Diocese while at the same time providing spiritual formation which modeled the fullness of the Catholic Church. Many students’ lives were changed forever and some even joined the priesthood or other religious vocations due to the parish and school programs that existed at Blessed Sacrament. Jim is most grateful for the opportunity to be a part of Holy Child Parish and looks forward to challenging students to use their God-given talents to the utmost in whatever they do. He wants to make Holy Child an integral part of the East Mountain and Archdiocese of Santa Fe educational communities. Jim is married to Melissa and they have 4 children, ages 4 to 11.

Donna Illerbrun

St. Therese Catholic School, Albuquerque Donna Illerbrun, is the principal of St. Therese Catholic School. Donna has been a classroom teacher for the Department of Defense Schools at S.H.A.P.E. (Supreme Headquarters Allied Powers Europe) Belgium, St. Mary Catholic School in Florida, and St. Therese Catholic School in New Mexico. In 2007, she became an administrator at St. Therese Catholic School in the North Valley. She and her family have lived around the world as they followed her husband’s 26 years of active duty in the Air Force. She is the mother of three, and to date the grandmother of three. She sees learning as a life time process and believes that all children are a gift from God. Her goal is to provide a quality education to all children and families that so desire.

Robert Kaiser

Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School, Albuquerque Robert Kaiser has been with the Archdiocese of Santa Fe for 30 years. Born and raised in Chicago and having been blessed with a Catholic school education through college, he came to us from the Archdiocese of Chicago, after teaching Catholic high school for a number of years. He taught for six years at Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic School (O.L.A.), where in October 1987, he became the principal. He is beginning his 25 th year as principal at O.L.A. Mr. Kaiser earned his B.A. from St. Robert Bellarmine College in Louisville, KY; his M.A. from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago; and Ed.S., from the University of New Mexico, Albuquerque. When he was a young man, Mr. Kaiser played minor league baseball and still enjoys playing musical instruments like the piano, organ, and guitar. He has been married for 30 years to his wife, Louise; and they have two grown children – Amanda Kaiser-Harvey and Christopher Kaiser.

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Lorraine Madrid-Sanchez

Cindy Shields

Holy Cross Catholic School, Santa Cruz

Our Lady of the Annunciation Catholic School, Albuquerque

With 34 years of experience and as educator, Mrs. Madrid-Sanchez is honored to be serving as principal of Holy Cross Catholic School in Santa Cruz, New Mexico for the last seven years. Prior to that, she was vice-principal for Pojaque Valley Schools for four years; an Education Consultant with the Public Education Department for 10 years, and a classroom teacher for 13 years. She and her husband, Gaspar Esquibel, reside in Santa Fe and are members of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish. They are blessed with two sons, David who is an attorney residing in San Diego, CA, and Danny who works as a Correctional Officer at San Quintan. They have a total of seven grandchildren named Danette, Nikki, Bobby, Tino, Lauren, Jeremy, and Ryan. As a member of the Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish, she serves as a Eucharistic Minister, Cursillista, and also as a presenter at Marriage Enrichment, Pre Cana, and Crusillos. Her many hobbies include being a member of Sociedad Coloniales de Santa Fe Dance Group, photography, computer graphics, cooking, bowling and movies. And last but not least, her beloved dogs Maggie (bichon), and Moon (pomeranian).

Hi, my name is Cindy Shields and it is my privilege to be principal at Annunciation Catholic School. I was introduced to this great life in El Paso, TX. Waiting my arrival was a two year old sister and a one year old brother! My mom had her hands full and was very grateful I waited till Dec. 27th so she could spend Christmas at home that year! Six years later, my little brother was born right here in Albuquerque. My dad was in the Air Force so I have lived in a few places in and out of the United States and attended many schools. I actually got my start at Holy Ghost School. (Dr. Copeland were you the principal?) I graduated from high school in Rockville, MD and attended St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s College in Winona, MN. I met and married my husband on the college campus 33 years ago. After spending two years as house-parents in Mesa, AZ we moved to Albuquerque and raised our family of three boys and a girl. All four attended Our Lady of the Assumption Elementary School and St. Pius X High School. My husband and I both worked at Our Lady of the Assumption for many years. I taught third, fifth and middle school for a total of 18 years. I became principal in 2005, and must say it is the most challenging and rewarding journey I have taken. As most of my students could tell you I am an avid Washington Redskin football fan and enjoy bantering with the Dallas Cowboy fans! I play volleyball and softball in my spare time and hope to be able to do so for many years to come! I am very thankful for my faith, family, friends and co-workers! I wish everyone a great, blessed and joyful school year!

Barbara J. Rossow-Deming

Nancy Suedkamp

St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School, Albuquerque Currently I serve as the principal of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School, responsible for all strategic planning, compliance, faculty selection, development, motivation, training, and student assessment for approximately 270 students. Our annual budget is approximately 2 million. These funds are obtained from tuition, fundraisers and donations. Additionally, I work for the University of Phoenix teaching/ facilitating Educational classes within the Masters and BAED programs. In a former life, I was on active duty with the United States Army from 1975-1992 and then became a member of the IRR from 1992-1997, retiring with the rank of lieutenant colonel. During my military career, I served as a platoon leader, company commander, and staff officer in various assignments throughout the USA and Europe.

San Felipe de Neri School and Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Early Childhood Program, Albuquerque Mrs. Nancy Suedkamp is the current principal of San Felipe de Neri School and Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary Early Childhood Program. Mrs. Suedkamp was born in Chicago, IL of Irish immigrants and then moved to several states due to being a part of an active Air Force family. Mrs. Suedkamp is married to a forester and has two children. She formerly taught in northern California, Arizona, and New Mexico in public and Catholic schools. She completed her Bachelors in Education at the University of Arizona; Masters with an endorsement in Reading form NM Highlands University, two year Science Teacher Enhancement Program from Los Alamos National Labs, two year program integrating Technology in the Classroom, and finally two years finishing her Administrative Certificate from UNM. Under her leadership, the school has benefited from the New Mexico Pre-K Grant for four year olds. The Early Childhood Program is accredited by the NAEYC and is a part of the Five Star Program of NMCYF. The staff has been trained in Baldrige philosophies and have achieved the Pinion Recognition. Mrs. Suedkamp is most proud of the family community, the alumni achievements, and the collaboration among the pastor, Fr. Dennis Garcia, his assistant, Fr. Tom Noesen, and the staff to instill a love of our Roman Catholic faith and the desire to learn.

Additional Archdiocesan principals will be featured in upcoming People of God issues.

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What Exactly is Marriage Encounter? By Duane & Fran Anderson, Chair-Couple, Parishioners, St. Edwin

We better begin by understanding clearly what Marriage Encounter (ME) is not. Some people have seen Marriage Encounter as a new form of marriage counseling, provided for couples in real trouble. This is quite inaccurate. The people who benefit most from Marriage Encounter are couples whose relationship is secure and stable, yet they are aware that there is room for growth and improvement. We need to recognize, once and for all, that success in marriages is one of the most difficult of human tasks. It requires skills and tools with what nature has not endowed us. “They have to be learned and practiced!” There are three areas that a marriage needs to be the best it can be. First, there needs to be a commitment to relational growth! True happiness in marriage is the result, as in every other human endeavor, of learning and working to develop and use the appropriate skills. Second is an effective and caring communication system! Even couples willing to work hard at marriage are not likely to succeed unless they can openly share with each other what they are really thinking and feeling. Third is the ability to use and manage conflict creatively! Most couples who move into marriage believe that conflict is something nasty to be avoided. We now know it is, in fact, the conflicts in our relationship which bring to our notice the differences and disagreements that have to be faced and resolved if we are ever to enjoy a close and warm relationship. What you will receive from a Marriage Encounter experience is something we can’t predict. Every couple is unique and experiences it in their own way. We can share with you a few testimonials of what other couples have gotten out of the experience.

Marriage Encounter has meant the difference between having a good marriage and really being soul-mates. The ME weekend was a watershed event in our lives that taught us about feelings, and that they play a fundamental role in our daily communication. The Weekend also showed us a method to share those feelings in a loving, caring manner. Over the years, we have realized that Marriage Encounter resolved and prevented more problems than we can count, simply because we have understood our mate’s feelings. Not surprising of course, our intimacy improves dramatically when we are in tune with each other. J & MJ Rick and I love each other very much, but we felt as if the world was pushing us apart. Daily problems of money, job, and children were becoming more important than our relationship. Marriage Encounter has helped us put things back into proper perspective. It’s a great experience, thank you. P&R We invite you to live the next Marriage Encounter experience October 16 - 17. The weekend will be given free to the first 15 couples who register. There is a $50 registration fee required but will be returned to those couples completing the weekend. There will be a financial presentation made for those couples whom may wish to help keep this ministry alive and well. Reservations can be made by calling Michael & Susannah Laing at 505.847.2698. You can also contact Duane & Fran Andersen at 505.877.0062 or by calling the Family Life Office at 505.831.8117.

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Anniversaries Sandoval, Abeyta Mr. and Mrs. Ben Abeyta were joined in Holy Matrimony on September 9, 1950 at Nativity in Alameda 60 years ago. For their 30th anniversary they renewed their vows in the Holy Land in Cana, with Fr. George Salazar as presider. On their 40th anniversary, they renewed their vows on a cruise ship and on their 50th, with Fr. Joel Garner at Holy Rosary Parish. Ben and Mary have been blessed with five sons: Ben and wife, Geretta; Chris and wife Patricia; Joseph; Matthew and wife Becky; Marc and wife Nancy. They have twelve grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. Ben and Mary have been active at Holy Rosary since 1953 as Extraordinary Ministers, involved in prayer meetings, the altar society, CCD, marriage encounter, pelegrino’s, Guadalupanas, Rosary maker, small christian community,and las posadas.

Torres, Pedroncelli Miss Louella Torres and Mr. Jenaro Pedroncelli were joined in Holy Matrimony on July 30, 1960 at Holy Family Church. They are celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary and have been parishioners at Our Lady of Guadalupe for 50 years. God has blessed them with four sons and daughters-in-law: Michael & Yvette, John & Christina, Andrew & Joanne, Martin & Sharon. They are also graced with eight grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. They have always been involved in all aspects of ministries at Our Lady of Guadalupe and in their retirement, currently volunteer as Eucharistic Ministers for the homebound as well as for those in Lovelace Hospital, Meals on Wheels, the St. Vincent de Paul Society, and RCIA. Jenaro was a director for the Department of Labor and retired after over 40 years from IBEW and Louella retired after 33 years from Albuquerque Public Schools. They are grateful to God for their good life and family. They celebrated their anniversary with a family trip to Pagosa, CO as well as a cruise through the Panama Canal.

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St. Jude Thaddeus’ Vacation Bible School

Shrine of St. Bernadette’s Vacation Bible School

Carla Lucero, Director, Religious Education, Shrine of St. Bernadette

We all set sail for “High Seas Expedition,” at the Shrine of St. Bernadette, Vacation Bible School held in July. Fun was had by all, young and small, but the best part was “Exploring the Mighty Love of God”! What a week we had. A special thanks goes out to all who volunteered, without you this week would not be possible. What a BLAST!!!

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Cub Scout Earns Parvuli Dei Medal Joey DeMarco, 6, Bear Cub Pack 3, has been awarded the Parvuli Dei medal (Children of God). DeMarco, a 3rd grader, is the son of Holy Ghost parishioners Tony and Melissa DeMarco. The Parvuli Dei medal is awarded to young boys who have explored a wide range of activities in order to discover the presence of God in their daily lives and to develop a good, positive self-image through the contributions they can make to the group or community.Submitted by L-A Gabriella Salas, Liturgical Coordinator, Holy Ghost Parish.

I will study your teachings and follow your footsteps. These banners helped the children understand the message of Psalm 119:15.

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Thank you to all the volunteers who helped with the Vacation Bible School this year. There were over 40 middle and high school volunteers, 14 teachers and aides, and kitchen volunteers who served treats to all the students. Over 130 children participated, making it a huge success. A special thank you goes out to Rev. John Daniel, Eve Stith, and Sylvia Wooten who coordinated the event.

Summer in the Serengeti Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi’s Vacation Bible School By Sister Josephine Macias, CDP

Learning never stops, not even for summer vacation, when it comes to our faith. At least this is what a group of children discovered when they signed up for the Summer Catechetical Program (Catholic Vacation Bible School) at The Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi. The overall theme of Baobab Blast: God’s Great Get-Together helped children involved to learn that God’s people are connected in one great community around the globe. Two weeks of morning activities began with singing the theme song and shared prayer in the garden or while gathered near the statues of La Conquistadora and St. Francis. Then it was off to the classrooms where small groups worked on Kalahari Crafts, creating such items as journey bags and beaded necklaces; Serengeti Science, or Grassland Games that

are typically played by the children of Africa. Daily themes of Trust, Love, Care, Follow and Share were addressed through Biblical stories of Abraham and Sarah, the prophets and apostles during Savannah Storytelling. The final day’s Closing Celebration included songs that were learned during Madagascar Music time. Some of the treasures that the children collected included animals that represented the virtues, along with Saint trading cards, and all their “make and take” projects. In addition to the three main volunteer instructors, six members of the Youth Group provided energy and assistance in the classrooms. Additional support from other parishioners showed the participants what a vibrant church community can do when all people work together.

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“T Santa Fe 400th Anniversary Time Capsule The Santa Fe 400th Anniversary Commemorative Time Capsule has been making its tour of Santa Fe for this past year, visiting financial institutions and City facilities. It has been opened for the placement of items at the 2009 kickoff event, íVIVA! Santa Fe, for the visit from the Crown Prince and Princess of Spain, and at the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Francis 400th Anniversary events as well. It is the goal of the 400th Anniversary Committee that the Time Capsule has a presence all around Santa Fe. Items placed into the capsule during the course of the year have been donated to be sealed into the time capsule, with the intention that it be opened in 2035. We are excited to be able to present the 400th Time Capsule to our future generations. Santa Fe 400th Anniversary Committee Photos by Leslie Radigan

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oday, we celebrate the courage and faithfulness of those ancestors who established our city and Church of Holy Faith in 1610…They left the security of Spain and Mexico to come to a land, considered desolate and remote, to colonize it… They marched through the desert, hostile landscapes, hundreds of miles to arrive in Santa Fe…The difficulties…the fears they faced must have been difficult for them. And yet, they had faith in God, established the city dedicating the first church to Our Lady of the Assumption, and asked for intercession in Heaven for their newly established city named Santa Fe – Holy Faith.” Most Reverend Michael J. Sheehan, 11th Archbishop of Santa Fe

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71st National Annual Tekakwitha Conference Walk in the Beauty with Kateri in the Land of Enchantment

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he 71st Annual Tekakwitha Conference was held in Albuquerque July 28-31, 2010. The purpose of the four-day conference was to honor Blessed Kateri Tekakwitha and the evangelization of Native American Catholics. Kateri Tekakwitha, known as the “Lily of Mohawks” was a saintly Native American who lived in the 1600’s. Pope Pius XII declared her venerable in 1942 and Pope John Paul II beatified her in 1980, the final step before canonization as a saint. The conference opened with a grand entry and welcoming ceremonies with more than 150 Native American tribes present. The three remaining days of the conference included general assemblies, workshops and Liturgies. Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan, Archdiocese of Santa Fe; Archbishop Charles Chaput, Archdiocese of Denver; and Bishop Armando Ochoa, Diocese of El Paso presided at the three Liturgies. The conference concluded with an evening of entertainment by various Native American groups beginning. Blessed Kateri was the daughter of a Christian Algonquin mother and a non-Christian Mohawk Chief. A smallpox epidemic claimed the lives of her parents and brother. The disease affected her health as well. She was baptized when she was about 20 years old and took her vow of perpetual virginity two years later. Blessed Kateri devoted her life to teaching prayers to children and helping the sick and aged until she was stricken with illness that was to claim her life. She died when she was 24 upon which time her smallpox scars which disfigured her face, miraculously disappeared. For more information call the National Tekakwitha Conference Center at 800.842.9635 or Mike Valdo, Archdiocese of Santa Fe Director of Native American Ministry at 505.238-0581.

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Living Stewardship: Being a Rebel for Christ “No servant can serve two masters. He will either hate one and love the other, or be devoted to one and despise the other. You cannot serve both God and mammon.” (Luke 16:13) By Bill Mader, Archdiocesan Stewardship Committee One of the most disappointing realities regarding Catholic stewardship is the lack of people who participate. We see the same, few faces involved in ministries at our parishes. The majority of parishioners provide little or no financial support. Why is this disappointing? Those not engaged in their faith through stewardship lose great spiritual benefit in their lives! Much has been written to explain why so few of us are truly engaged in our Catholic faith. In the gospel quote above Christ succinctly explains why. One might interpret this as spiritual displacement. As we have become more affluent and more distracted by our secular culture, that affluence and distraction have displaced our focus on faith with a worldly focus. In a recent interview on Catholic Answers Live Steve Ray spoke about the need to teach our children to be rebels, rebels who turn away from today’s culture in favor of their Catholic faith. This is a rebellion inspired by spiritual warfare which St. Paul described in Ephesians 6: “Put on the armor of God so that you may be able to stand firm

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against the tactics of the devil.” Are you a spiritual rebel? Are you teaching your children to be spiritual rebels? Do you focus first on serving the Lord with your time, talent, and treasure? When we push aside the worldly focus in favor of things spiritual, we set great examples for those around us and fortify our armor for fighting evil. Giving back to God a portion of His blessings through our time, talent, and treasure is an excellent strategy for spiritual rebels! This puts us on the offensive, helping choose Christ as our master. Serving God is our calling and He calls us to use the specific gifts He gives us and the income we earn from those gifts in His name. As Christ’s disciples, stewardship is not an option (USCCB Stewardship: A Disciple’s Response). Giving back to God in gratitude may be rebellious according to those who live in today’s secular culture, but the Church teaches us that we are accountable for how we use His gifts. Stand up for this truth and rebel in God’s name. Don’t let the secular life win your spiritual war; be a rebel for Christ!

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT The New Mexico Conference of Churches (NMCC) is seeking a full time Executive Director to lead its ecumenical programs representing more than 800,000 Roman Catholic and Protestant Christians in the state. This position requires a person with background and experience in ecumenical relationships, public advocacy, and administration. Responsibilities include representing NMCC to state and national ecumenical partners, leading the board and judicatories to develop a vision for bringing Christian communities together at the table, providing the public voice on issues of common concern to NMCC partners, advocating for peace and justice, and administering the overall program of the NMCC. The position includes a salary and benefits package. Helpful, but not required, is someone who is bilingual in Spanish and English. Both ordained and lay Christians will be considered for this position. Applications, instructions, and support resources for interested persons are available at www.nmchurches.org Deadline for submission is September, 24, 2010.

The wonderful eighth grade graduates from St. Therese Catholic School were not included in the May issue of People of God. Here they are, with a spotlight of their own! Monica Anaya Samantha Arellin Cassandra C’deBaca James Detberner Arani Flores Brooke Hensley

Kelly Madrid Manuel Martinez Alex Mitas Diego Ortiz Cruz Otero Holly Peterson

Isiah Saiz Jesse Salguero Garrett Teague Klarissa Trujillo Merritt Willoughby God bless you!

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A History of the Catholic Church in the World Part VI The Medieval World: Papacy, Crusades, Celibacy Rome. In 756, the Frankish king, Pepin the Short, recovered lands taken from Constantinople in Italy and instead of returning them to the eastern emperor, he donated them to the pope. This began the Papal States which lasted for over a thousand years in central Italy, lending prestige and political power to the papacy. In 800 Pope Leo III crowned Pepin’s son, Charlemagne, Holy Roman Emperor, effectively ending the political control the eastern Roman Empire in Italy and creating a symbiotic relationship between By Daniel McGill, the rulers of Western Europe and Director of Ministry the pope, where both depended Resources and Formation on each other for legitimacy and Why do we have a papacy cen- power. tered in Rome today? Had you As a result, the alliance of the dropped by the childhood home of church with the monarchies of the future Pope Gregory the Great Europe came to dominate Western in Rome in the mid-sixth centu- Europe in the Middle Ages, ry, likely enough you would have roughly from 800 to 1346. During found his home empty because all this period, the popes slowly had fled from yet one more sack- increased their power until with ing of the city by barbarian armies. Pope Innocent III (1198-1216) the Amid the once glorious ruins of pope determined the election of an ancient Rome, sheep pastured qui- emperor, disciplined kings, called etly. But this scene also gives clues crusades, and established some of as to why the papacy became so the most successful and influential central to Western Christianity. religious orders in church history, In 476 the last Roman emperor in the Franciscans and Dominicans. the West was deposed by barbarian In 1095 Pope Urban II called the tribes that had settled in the area. First Crusade, enlisting the kings For centuries, the Roman emper- and princes of Europe to fight a ors of the East, in Constantinople, war to liberate the Holy Land from fought to regain their western Muslim control. While ultimately domain, but unsuccessfully. While unsuccessful, even tragic, the series the orthodox Christians waited for of crusades (against heretics as well Constantinople to save them, they as Muslims) that subsequent popes worked hard to convert the bar- called clearly demonstrated their barians from their heretical, Arian temporal power. Earlier, in 1079, Christian beliefs. Meanwhile, the Pope Gregory VII made celibacy conquered aristocrats of the once mandatory for clergy, not without powerful Rome, unable to rule the a great deal of controversy, but land, migrated into church lead- its lasting presence testifies to the ership. When Clovis, the king power and influence that the pope, of the Franks converted to ortho- that is, the Bishop of Rome had dox Christianity around 500, the gained in the Western church since former Roman aristocracy rallied the time of his namesake, Gregory to his side and helped insure his the Great. conquest of the Roman territoI invite you, reader, to join me ry of Gaul (present day France). during The Archbishop’s Hour on With safe passage through Gaul Catholic Radio, September 30 as I assured, Gregory the Great sent discuss this period in Catholic hismissionaries into Western Europe tory more fully and how it affects who established churches loyal to us today.

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Archdiocese of Santa Fe Youth and Youth Around the World By Bernadette Jaramillo, Director, Youth & Young Adult

Youth in the United States stepping out of their comfort zone and connecting with youth around the world: that inspires Marcos Martínez constantly. And promoting that is his mission. Martínez works for Catholic Relief Services (CRS) as Coordinator for outreach to youth, young adults and their ministry leaders in the Southwest United States. He will serve as keynoter and workshop leader in the ASF youth conference Oct. 22-23. Martínez’ style is to offer youth experience-based opportunities to grow in solidarity. He uses a variety of methods to help them learn about each other worldwide, pray with and for one another, fast in solidarity with youth who have nothing to eat, and sometimes raise funds which CRS uses to alleviate hunger and to improve the lives of youth and their families in other countries. The starting point, Martínez says, is helping the youth describe solidarity. Martínez points out that, often, when he says the word and asks what it means, the responses clearly indicate that the youth think he said “solitary” – simply because they are not used to the word “solidarity”. Rather than give a quick definition and move on, Martínez provides activities which help young people identify with others beyond themselves and discover that solidarity actually is hard work, with no magic guarantee of success. Yet, through the directness of the activities, solidarity remains compelling for them. Then it is time to broaden to “global solidarity”, focusing on knowing and relating with people living with a variety of challenging realities around the world. Depending on the situation, Martínez uses specific resources to help young people here experience a bit of what life is like for youth in other countries. “Food Fast is the most valuable

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program I’ve seen for promoting global solidarity among our young people”, says Martínez. This CRS program is a retreat that is designed to help youth and young adults experience the call to global solidarity, and respond in and through the realities of their lives right now. Martínez says that one of his strongest experiences is hearing a teenager who had been quiet for much of the retreat stand up at the end and address his companions: “Ignorance is not an excuse anymore; now we know what this means and how we can make a difference. There is no more excuse for not making a difference.” That is the message Martínez brings to the youth conference next month. He stresses with youth that they are the Church now (not only in the future), and they make a difference in the Archdiocese and in the world now. He will focus on wonderful things these young people are already doing, and will broaden their world and opportunities to do even more. For more information about the youth conference Oct. 22-23, please see the Archdiocesan website at www. archdiocesesantafe.org or contact Bernadette Jaramillo at bjaramillo@ archdiosf.org or at 505.831.8145.

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These sisters celebrated milestone jubilees in July at Assumption Convent in Rio Rancho:

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SM Doloria Sawyer, CSSF entered religious life in her home town of Chicago, IL, in 1925. She has ministered as teacher, principal, secretary, and local treasurer. Sr. Doloria has been residing in Rio Rancho since 1991.

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SM Loritta Korzekwa, CSSF grew up in Texas. Sr. Loritta served as a teacher and principal before coming to Rio Rancho in 2004 where she served as local minister. She serves now as a catechist at San Isidro, Corrales and also at St. Thomas Aquinas, Rio Rancho.

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SM Barbara Kopecki, CSSF also grew up in Texas and also ministered as a teacher at the elementary and high school levels. She moved to Rio Rancho when she was elected to the council in 2000, serving two terms as Provincial Secretary. S Carol Marie Wiatrek, CSSF has been a teacher, principal, counselor, retreat leader and Felician Lay Associate direc-

tor. In 2006 she and two other sisters began the Spirituality Center Among the Poor in Pomona, CA. Sr. Carol resided in Rio Rancho when she served as Novice Director from1981-1987 and as Provincial Councilor from 2000-2006. SM Feliz Gil-Jimenez, CSSF has served as teacher, counselor and principal on both the elementary and high school levels. She has been very active in local parish and Archdiocesan commissions in California.

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SM Jean Bedell, CSSF has lived most of her religious life in the Rio Rancho area. She served as cook for the sisters at Assumption Convent. She has also cooked for the Brothers of the Good Shepherd. Her extensive Christmas village has become a local legend. Currently, Sr. Jean ministers as caregiver to her mother Rose in Rio Rancho. For the Felician Franciscan Sisters, it is truly a time to rejoice and give thanks. In the words of namesake, St. Felix of Cantalice, we say Deo Gratias! Thanks Be To God!

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INDIAN ARTIST CREATES SAND SCULPTURE IN MEMORY OF SEPT. 11 ATTACKS IN NEW YORK

People walk near a sand sculpture of New York’s World Trade Center towers, created by Indian sand artist Sudarshan Patnaik at the Golden Beach in Puri, India. The sculpture was created on the eve of the anniversary of the Sept. 11 attacks.

Business and community leaders in Albuquerque are joining forces to assess interest and support in Albuquerque for a high school in the South Valley that would provide a college preparatory education to economically-disadvantaged students. The school would be based on the highly successful Cristo Rey model. The first Cristo Rey high school was founded by the Jesuits in a largely Hispanic neighborhood of Chicago in 1996 with the goal of offering a Catholic, college preparatory education to youth for whom other private schools are not a financial option. The obvious dilemma was how to cover the costs of such an education when the target population could not afford to pay the required tuition. The solution came in the form of the Corporate Internship Program (CIP). All students participate in the CIP, in which four students share a full-time, entry-level position in a local business. The employer pays the salary earned by the students to the school. In this way, students are able to cover a significant portion of the cost of their education. Besides making a financial contribution to their education, students also gain real world job experience, grow in self-confidence, and learn the value of education and working. Employers, which typically include banks, law offices, manufacturing firms, hospitals, and accounting firms, report that the benefits they gain through the CIP make the partnership a win-win proposition. Cristo Rey High School proved so successful in fulfilling its mission – 99% of graduates are accepted to college – that 24 schools based on the Cristo Rey model have opened around the U.S., including Tucson and Denver. Now a feasibility study, requested by Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan and coordinated by the Marist Brothers, is underway to determine the need and support for a Cristo Rey model high school in Albuquerque. To date, surveys of prospective students and families and meetings with community, business, government, and political leaders indicate strong support for a Cristo Rey school. The feasibility study task force is working to identify employers and a site in the South Valley, and will conclude its work in March 2011. A special event to introduce the Cristo Rey model to Albuquerque will be held on Friday, October 1 at the National Hispanic Cultural Center. Cristo Rey founder Fr. John Foley, SJ will be the special guest. For more information about the feasibility study, including the Corporate Internship Program and the October 1st event, visit www.cristoreyabq.org or send an e-mail to cristoreyabq@aol.com. To learn more about the CIP, go to http://www.verbumdei.us/video/snapshot/snapshot.html to hear employers in one community talk about the benefits of employing Cristo Rey students.

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For the past 65 years, Catholic Charities has been creating hope for Our services include New Mexicans in need by promoting self-sufficiency, strengthening families, fighting poverty and building community. Helping homeless families become self-sufficient through employment and educational opportunities For the last 100 years, Catholic Charities USA has served the nation through its mission of exercising leadership in assisting its Supporting refugees who have fled war-torn countries in members, particularly the diocesan Catholic Charities agencies and search of a safer life for themselves and their children supporting group members, in their mission of service, advocacy and convening. Teaching adults who need a GED, language skills, job skills, or help to become citizens of the United States While these milestones are important to remember, we celebrate each day for the positive differences we make in the lives of people Providing high-quality preschool for children from low income in our community. Catholic Charities in New Mexico is committed to families, giving them an opportunity to learn in a nurturing and finding solutions for some of our society’s most pressing challenges. supportive environment Each year, we provide services to more than 10,000 individuals and 5,400 families throughout Bernalillo, Santa Fe and Sandoval Providing legal assistance to immigrant victims of counties. domestic violence

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for always. These adobes would eventually be replaced by the golden sandstone that Archbishop Lamy found as he built the first Cathedral. These stones, lovingly cut by New Mexicans, carved by Italians, and put into a design crafted by Frenchmen created the grand Sanctuary we have today. Within these walls, people were fed by the Word and Sacrament. Newly arrived Christian Brothers, Sisters of Loretto and Charity established schools, orphanages, clinics and hospitals – all New Mexico’s first as they sought to serve their brothers and sisters. The stones of this Cathedral can tell of numerous priests and bishops being ordained here and sent to the entire southwest of our country making of this Church a true cradle of Catholicism. These stones could now tell us that it is not enough to celebrate the past. We must be living stones, building the Kingdom of God for the next 400 years as our Patron, St. Francis of Assisi, challenges us to preach Jesus with our lives, and if necessary, sometimes use words. One of the greatest forces of our contemporary American culture is the desire for more profound spiritual values. Materialism and consumerism, more freedom from physical want and pursuit of momentary pleasure don’t satisfy the soul that suffers from spiritual emptiness. We recommit ourselves to the New Evangelization the Holy Father has called us to. We will make every effort to reach out to inactive Catholics and unchurched people. We look forward to the years to come, eager to fill the spiritual void in our society with spiritual values and a renewed awareness of God’s infinite love for us. May the peace of Christ and his love be with us all as we celebrate the past and look forward with hope to the future!

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Santa Fe – Holy Faith. The ancestors moved ahead with the colonization with many hardships and sacrifices. These efforts were successful and the city began slowly to take shape. There have been many challenges in Santa Fe and the new parish in these 400 years. The church had to be rebuilt several times and eventually was renamed after the founder of the friars and it became St. Francis of Assisi, now a Cathedral and Basilica of the Catholic Church. Just as God rewarded the Blessed Mother for her faithfulness, so too, has God rewarded our city and the Mother Church for the faithfulness of our ancestors and her descendants. Earth, Adobe and Stone Blocks Msgr. Martinez y Alire, the rector, speaks about the rich history that we celebrate today and I share some of his thoughts. He spoke of the soil, the adobe bricks and the sandstone blocks. This church stands on holy ground – the holy ground of our Land of Enchantment. The dirt that would have groaned under the Spanish caretas, or wagons, bringing seeds and farm implements as well as the statue of the Blessed Mother, La Conquistadora, in 1625. This is the same dirt that the soft footsteps of the Franciscan Friars would have stepped on as they brought the message of Jesus’ love to the land. This same earth would receive the blood of 21 of them as they followed Jesus in laying down their lives for their flock. The dirt would have been molded in to adobe bricks for the first church built on this site and named after the Assumption. Those adobes, if they could, would tell us of countless Masses, Baptisms, and weddings as the seeds of struggle became a harvest of faith here in this land. The adobes would also tell us of the early settlers inside the Church and out as they asked never to be forgotten but to be prayed

These stones could now tell us that it is not enough to celebrate the past. We must be living stones, building the Kingdom of God for the next 400 years…”

PARROQUIA from page 3 En este día celebramos el valor y la fidelidad de aquellos quienes establecieron nuestra Ciudad y nuestra Iglesia de la Santa Fe en 1610. Imagínense todas las tribulaciones de los primeros colonizadores españoles y de los frailes que llegaron aquí hace 400 años. Ellos dejaron la seguridad de España y México para venir a una tierra considerada como desolada y remota con la intención de colonizarla. No había carreteras, ni comodidades, ni agua, lo que para nosotros hoy es tan normal. Ellos avanzaron a través del desierto, de paisajes hostiles, cientos de kilómetros para llegar a Santa Fe. Las dificultades para sobrevivir, para producir los alimentos necesarios, las tensiones con los Nativo Americanos, la separación de sus seres queridos, las incertidumbres sobre el futuro, los temores a los que se enfrentaron debieron haber sido muy difíciles para ellos. Y sin embargo, tenían fe en Dios, establecieron la Ciudad dedicando la primera Iglesia a Nuestra Señora de la Asunción, y pidieron por su intercesión en el cielo para la recientemente establecida ciudad llamada Santa Fe. Los ancestros continuaron sus esfuerzos de avanzar la colonización con muchas dificultades y sacrificios. Estos esfuerzos fueron exitosos y la ciudad empezó lentamente a tomar forma. Han existido muchos desafíos en Santa Fe y en la nueva parroquia durante estos 400 años. La iglesia tuvo que ser reconstruida varias veces y eventualmente fue renombrada en honor del fundador de los frailes y se convirtió en San Francisco de Asís, ahora una Catedral y Basílica de la Iglesia Católica. Así como Dios recompensó a nuestra Santísima Madre por su fidelidad, así también ha recompensado a nuestra ciudad y a la Madre Iglesia por la fidelidad de nuestros ancestros y sus descendientes. Tierra, Adobe y Bloques de Roca El Rector de esta Catedral, Monseñor Martinez, habla constantemente acerca de la rica historia que hoy celebramos y comparto algunos de sus pensamientos con ustedes. Él habla de la tierra, los bloques de adobe y los bloques de roca arsénica. Esta iglesia está erigida en tierra santa – la tierra santa de la Tierra del Encanto. La tierra que se levantaba bajo las carretas españolas, trayendo semillas y utensilios para trabajar la tierra, así como la estatua de la Santísima Madre, La Conquistadora, en el año 1625. Esta es la misma tierra sobre la cual se posaron las sutiles huellas de los frailes franciscanos mientras traían el mensaje del amor de Jesús a estas tierras. Esta misma tierra recibiría la sangre de 21 de ellos que entregaron sus vidas por su re-

21 baño siguiendo a Jesús Esta misma tierra que fue moldeada en bloques de adobe para la primera iglesia construida en este sitio y nombrada en honor de la Asunción. Esos adobes, si pudieran, nos hablarían de incontables misas, bautismos y bodas mientras las semillas de la batalla se convirtieron en la cosecha de fe aquí en esta tierra. Esos adobes también nos hablarían de los primeros pobladores dentro y fuera de la iglesia que pidieron nunca ser olvidados, sino recordados siempre en oración. Esos adobes serían eventualmente remplazados por la cantera dorada que el Arzobispo Lamy encontró mientras se construía la primera Catedral. Estas rocas, cortadas amorosamente por Nuevo Mexicanos, labradas por Italianos y acomodadas en un diseño por Franceses, crearon el gran Santuario que tenemos hoy en día. Dentro de estos muros, la gente fue alimentada por la Palabra y los Sacramentos. Los recién llegados Hermanos Cristianos y las Hermanas de Loretto y de la Caridad establecieron escuelas, orfanatos, clínicas y hospitales. Todo esto visto como una novedad para Nuevo México mientras ellos trataban de servir a sus hermanos y hermanas. Las piedras de esta Catedral pudieran hablar de los muchos sacerdotes y obispos que han sido ordenados aquí y enviados a todo el suroeste de nuestro país haciendo de esta iglesia una verdadera cuna del catolicismo. Estas piedras pudieran ahora decirnos que no es suficiente celebrar el pasado. Debemos ser rocas vivas, construyendo el Reino de Dios para los siguientes 400 años mientras nuestro Santo Patrón, San Francisco de Asís, nos desafía a predicar a Jesús con nuestras vidas, y, si fuera necesario, algunas veces utilizando palabras. Una de las grandes fuerzas de nuestra cultura americana contemporánea es el deseo de lograr valores espirituales más profundos. El materialismo y el consumismo, más libertad de las cosas materiales y la búsqueda del placer momentáneo no satisfacen al alma que sufre de un vacío espiritual. Nos comprometemos de nuevo a la Nueva Evangelización a la cual el Santo Padre nos ha llamado. Haremos todo lo posible para llegar a los católicos inactivos y a quienes no pertenecen a alguna iglesia. Esperamos con interés a los años por venir, deseosos de llenar ese vacío espiritual en nuestra sociedad con valores espirituales y una renovada concientización del infinito amor de Dios por todos nosotros. ¡Que la paz y el amor de Cristo estén con nosotros mientras celebramos el pasado y miramos hacia el futuro con esperanza!

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Young Adult Christian Catholic Leadership Institute

This year, the Archdiocese of Santa Fe Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry held their annual Christian Catholic Leadership Institute (CLI) at Immaculate Conception in Las Vegas, NM on July 19 – 23, 2010. Thirty-four youth, young adults and team leaders participated in this week long training. Leadership, communication, planning and consensus skills were a few of the workshops given as well as how to prepare prayer services and liturgies, understanding ministry and how to work within a community, along with planning different youth

and young adult events that they will host at their parish. The following parishes that were represented at this year’s CLI were Risen Savior, Holy Rosary, St. Bernadette, St. Charles, Sangre Cristo, and Holy Ghost –Albuquerque, Our Lady of Guadalupe-Peralta, San Juan Diego Mission- Meadow Lake, and Immaculate Conception-Las Vegas. Check our website for pictures from 2010 CLI and for more information about our Catholic Christian Institute, www.asfym.org. Next upcoming CLI -July 18-22, 2011!

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Archdiocesan Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministry invited pastors and PLC’s for a Priest Appreciation Luncheon at the Catholic Center. Priests, PLC’s, and directors from the Pastoral Ministries Division joined in for a wonderful time of laughter and sharing. During the event we also celebrated Fr. Clarence & Fr. Joel’s birthdays. Special blessing to both of them. The Youth & Young Adult office thanks those who participated and those who called and were unable to make the event. Our office will continue to prayer for our Pastors & PlC’s because we know that they are our Shining Stars. For more information on other events please call our office at 505.831.8142.

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The first season of the Catholic Soccer League of the Archdiocese of Santa Fe was a wonderful success. Special thanks for Noe Saul Martinez, soccer league coordinator, the Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministry and the soccer league committee. Congratulations to the following parishes who received their awards from Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan: MID-SCHOOL DIVISION First place Our Lady of Guadalupe, Albuquerque Second place San Martin de Porres, Albuquerque TEEN GIRLS DIVISION First place Mission San Juan Diego, Meadowlake Second place Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, Alb. TEEN BOYS DIVISION First place Mission San Juan Diego, Meadowlake They were awarded the “Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan Shepherd’s Cup” Second place Our Lady of Guadalupe, Albuquerque

Quinceañeras By Bernadette Jaramillo, Director, Youth & Young Adult

Through the Office of Youth and Young Adults, we are assisting parishes with the celebration of quinceañeras. For some of these parishes it is a new experience. Although the local American Hispanic by and large does not celebrate quinceañeras a large number of Latino immigrants do. The immigrant community as we know continues to grow. This is a great opportunity for the church to catechize and evangelize our youth and their families; this is also a way to welcome our newest members. We offer training for Priests, Deacons and Youth Ministers on quinceañeras. In this training we talk about the history, tradition, and customs, Preparation Topics for those participating and the proper liturgical form to celebrate a quinceañera. We also talk about some of the misunderstandings and misconceptions about quinceañeras. Some coming for quinceañeras think that it is a sacrament when it is not, nor does take the place of Confirmation it is however a right of passage. To further assist those who want a quinceañera celebration, this office is sponsoring a retreat for the quinceañera, her parents and the principal godparents on September 17 at Our Lady Of The Most Holy Rosary 5415 Fortuna Rd. NW, Albuquerque, NM from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm. This will be followed by a quinceañera mass celebrated by Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan on September 25 also at Our Lady of The Most Holy Rosary at 11:00 am. For more information or to register for the retreat and mass you can call 505.831.8142 or 505.831.8216

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R Sister of Charity of Cincinnati Sr. Annette Carrica died Monday, August 9, 2010, at the age of 80 in Mother Margaret Hall at the Sisters of Charity Motherhouse. She was born Jeannette Carrica on February 1, 1930 in Albuquerque, the daughter of Jean and Marie (Louissena) Carrica. Sr. Annette entered the Congregation in 1948 and was a Sister of Charity for 62 years serving in education and pastoral ministry

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in many dioceses, especially in the West. With a bachelor’s degree in education from the College of Mount St. Joseph (Cincinnati, OH), Sr. Annette spent her first 34 years with the Congregation teaching intermediate and junior high school students in Colorado, Ohio and New Mexico, including seven years at her alma mater, St. Mary School in Albuquerque. During that time, she also received a master’s degree in religious education from the Iliff School of Theology in Denver, CO. Sr. Annette served at Our Lady of Fatima, Albuquerque, from 1974-’75,

St. Michael, Santa Fe, from 1975-’77, and St. Mary’s, Albuquerque from 1977-’84. Sister retired from active ministry in 2000 and began volunteering as a teacher at St. Mary School in Albuquerque. She returned to the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati Motherhouse in 2009 to serve in the Ministry of Prayer. “‘Still waters run deep’ characterizes my quiet friend,” said Sr. Victoria Marie Forde. “Annette was deeply passionate about social justice issues both in Peru and in the West. As a pastoral team worker, she was in the forefront teaching and organizing

for better conditions for the marginalized,” added Sr. Victoria Marie. Her sister, Therese Zerwas and her brothers Jean L. Carrica and Jean Baptiste Carrica survive Sr. Annette. Her brother Jean Pierre Carrica preceded her in death. She also leaves many nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made in Sr. Annette Carrica’s name to the Sisters of Charity of Cincinnati Retirement Fund, 5900 Delhi Rd., Mount St. Joseph, Ohio 45051. A memorial Mass was held at Immaculate Conception Church in Albuquerque, NM on Saturday, September 11, 2010.

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Members of the Missionaries of Charity smile as they listen to Archbishop Pietro Sambi, apostolic nuncio to the United States, during a Mass in honor of Blessed Teresa of Calcutta at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington Sept. 5. Following the Mass, the U.S. Postal Service unveiled a stamp with an image of Mother Teresa, the founder of the Missionaries of Charity. August 26 marked the 100th anniversary of her birth. (CNS photo/Bob Roller)

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Many of us are uncomfortable discussing death and funeral arrangements. Most of us find ourselves unprepared to deal with the decisions and costs that we are faced with when a loved one dies. Planning ahead protects families from having to make hasty, difficult and costly funeral arrangements. Pre-planning funeral arrangements is just as important as planning for other phases in life. Here are just a few reasons to consider pre-planning.

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september 2010 Sun, Sept. 26 11am - 3pm 20th Annual Good Shepherd Center Auxiliary Luncheon & Fashion Show Tickets $40 Agave del Sol Center 7500 Montgomery Blvd NE Edwina Brown 505.836.3519

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Weds, Sept 15 6pm Complicated Grief Support Group Have you lost a loved one through accident, murder, suicide, or unexpected death? Have you lost two ro more loved oneswithin a short period of time? If so, this group is for you. Office of Family Life 505.831.8117

Sat, Sept 25 1-5:30pm Santa Fe Deanery High School Youth Rally. Free BBQ, games, contests, prizes, Mass with Fr. Adam Lee Ortega y Ortiz permission slips are required Santa Maria de la Paz, Santa Fe Registration and info through your parish youth minister.

Thurs, Sept. 16 10am - 3pm “Matrimony: Sacrament of Enduring Love” With Fr. Tom Noesen, OP for catechetical leaders, catechists, deacons, marriage prep teams, and pastors. $10 (includes lunch) St. John the Baptist, Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo Dawn Wenzl 505.831.8129

Sat, Sept. 25 10:30am - 2pm Workshop for Cantors, Songleaders and Accompanists - learn how to warm up the voice, how to prepare and practice, how to present self while leading, learn how, when and where to cant the psalms and acclamations Immaculate Conception, Las Vegas Fabian Yañez 505.831.8128

Thurs, Sept. 16 6-8:30pm Foundations for Christian Ethics with Dr. Lynn Bridgers $80 Location: to be determined Meg Ashcroft 505.873.4399 Fri, Sept. 17 6-9pm Quincea–era Retreat for youth parents, godparents (dinner’s included) Holy Rosary Parish Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministry 505.831.8145 Sat, Sept. 18 8:30am - 4:30pm Escuela de Ministerios A–o Dos: Sesi—n 2: Cristolog’a St. Anne’s, Santa Fe Angie Kollasch 505.471.0554 — abkollasch68@msns.com Sun, Sept. 19 1:30pm Catholic Singles: Scripture Study with Ben Baran Catholic Center, Office of Family Life 505.831.8117 Thurs, Sept. 23 6-8:30pm Foundations for Christian Ethics with Dr. Lynn Bridgers $80 Location: TBD Meg Ashcroft 505.873.4399 Sept. 24 or 25 9am - 4pm National Training for Young Adult Ministry all parish staff members and others working with young adult ministry are invited $25 Risen Savior Catholic Community Della Montaño 505.831.8142

Sat, Sept. 25 8:30am 1st Annual ABQ City-Wide 5k Fun RunWalk benefitting the St. Vincent de Paul Society, $30 adults/$20 children St. Pius X High School 505.265.5868, svdpfunrun@fatimaabq.org or register online www.Active.com keyword: SDVP Sat, Sept. 25 9am - 4pm The Wonder of Myself A class for mothers and their adolescent daughters (10-12) designed to emphasize the beauty and gift of human sexuality. Self-esteem. Friendships, peer pressure and emotional changes of adolescence, reproductive systems, the menstrual cycle, hygiene, decision-making, and chastity will be discussed in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere. $15 Lourdes Hall, Catholic Center Office of Family Life 505.831.8117 Sat, Sept 25 10am Quinceañera Mass Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan presiding Holy Rosary Parish Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministry 505.831.8145 Sat, Sept 25 Registration begins at 7:30am, walk/run begins at 9am 8th annual Born to Run Run/Walk There will be games available for the children. All proceeds go towards education against abortion. Bosque walk trail at Coors and La Orilla (behind Sagebrush Church) 505.881.4563 or register at www.Active.com

Thurs, Sept 30 6-8:30pm Foundations for Christian Ethics with Dr. Lynn Bridgers $80 Location: TBD Meg Ashcroft 505.873.4399 October National Disabilities Month Respect Life Month National Fair Trade Month Fri, Oct. 1 - 6-7:30pm Introduction to Cristo Rey High School National Hispanic Cultural center see www.cristoreyabluquerque.org or contact cristoreyabq@aol.com Oct. 2-3 Sat 9am - Sun 11am Saved by Faith a retreat for adults with developmental disabilities $30, registration deadline Sept. 22 Madonna House Retreat Center Monica Justice 505.831.8174 Sat, Oct. 2 - 9:30am-1:30pm The Parish Responds Helping Young People Become Disciples of Jesus for parih teams (pastors, PLCs, deacons, adolescent catechists, confirmation leaders, youth ministers, etc.) $10 Tomé Della Montaño 505.831.8142 Sat, Oct. 2 9am-3pm Jordana de Fe Sacraments: Baptism & Confirmation Presenter: Sr. Colleen Shanahan Santa Maria de la Paz, Santa Fe Juanita Montoya 505.471.6489 Oct. 2-3 Sat. 8am-6pm, Sun. 8am-5pm 9th Annual Santero Market featuring 40 NM artists. Artist lecture on Sun. at 2pm. All are welcome, food and entertainment throughout the weekend. San Felipe de Neri Parish, Old Town sanfelipedeneri.org (special events) or 505.243.4628 Sunday, Oct. 3 2:00pm 41st Annual Rosary Rally “The Word of the Lord Remains Forever” Main Presider and Homilist is Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan, Isotopes Park Deacon Manuel Montoya 505.344.3791 Sun, Oct. 3 Respect Life Sunday

Thurs, Oct. 7 6-830pm Foundations for Christian Ethics with Dr. Lynn Bridgers $80 Location: TBD Meg Ashcroft 505.873.4399 Fri, Oct. 8 6pm Archbishop’s School Fund Dinner Hotel Albuquerque Fri, Oct 8 8:45am - Noon Operation Rice Bowl Workshop moving from fundraising to Lenten practice please pre-register Risen Savior Catholic Community Anne Avellone 505.831.8167 Sat, Oct. 9 8:45am - Noon Operation Rice Bowl Workshop Risen Savior Catholic Community Anne Avellone 505.831.8167 Sat, Oct 9 1:15pm - 4:30pm Operation Rice Bowl Workshop (Spanish workshop) Risen Savior Catholic Community Anne Avellone 505.831.8167 Sat, Oct 9 9:30am-1:30pm The Parish Responds Helping Young People Become Disciples of Jesus for parish teams (pastors, PLCs, deacons, adolescent catechists, confirmation leaders, youth ministers, etc.) $10 Santa Rosa Della Montaño 505.831.8142 Thurs, Oct. 14 6-8:30pm Foundations for Christian Ethics with Dr. Lynn Bridgers $80 Location: TBD Meg Ashcroft 505.873.4399 Fri, Oct. 15 12:00 Noon The Red Mass in honor of St. Thomas More and St. Ives, patrons of the Legal Profession, to seek Divine guidance for judges, lawyers, law enforcement and the administration of justice. Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan presiding Immaculate Conception Church Sat, Oct. 16 Pre Cana St. Charles Borromeo 505.242.3462 Oct 16-17 Marriage Encounter 505.847.2698 October 22-24 7:00pm to 2:00pm Benedictine Vocation Weekend For women 18-55 interested in religious life. St. Martin Monastery Rapid City, SD Sr. Mary Wegher 605.343.8011 srmarywegher@yahoo.com

Parish & Faith Community Outreach Liaison at Catholic Charities

By Rosie C. Shawver, Catholic Charities’ Parish & Faith Community Outreach Liaison In July 2010, Jim Gannon, the CEO and chief execu- witnessed the great joys and challenges that both societal issues is also necessary. Even if people tive director at Catholic Charities in the Archdiocese clients and staff face. Each center, while having think that they are an expert in one area of societal of Santa Fe, created a position and hired me as the different focuses, has a primary mission of serving issues, there is always more that they can learn. parish and faith community (non-Catholic) out- all people with dignity and respect while working For example, in a parish in which legal immigrants reach liaison. In my new position, I will be reach- towards our clients’ self-sufficiency. are members, the immigrants might benefit from a ing out to Catholic communities and other faith All parishes/faith communities have different course on workers’ rights in the United States. Or communities in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe to help needs and desires, and they are also at different maybe a more affluent parish could learn from an them strengthen their commitment to social justice. stages in their justice outreach efforts. Some par- interactive lecture series on how our actions in the My ultimate goal is to help develop and strengthen ishes struggle with social injustices that permeate United States affect the livelihood of others around relationships among Catholic Charities and faith the lives of their congregants (i.e., poverty, hunger, the world. To fulfill these educational needs, I, communities so that both faith communities and loss of jobs). Other parishes, while not immune to along with my colleagues at Catholic Charities, will Catholic Charities are enriched. social injustices, are more apt, because they have be using various media to teach others about what First, I intend to listen to parishes, faith com- more resources, to learn about justice issues and it means to be an active Christian by beginning with munities, and all involved at Catholic Charities. to serve others. By listening to parishes and faith prayer and moving towards action. For the past six weeks, I have been shadowing and communities, we at Catholic Charities can more If you are interested in learning more about listening to staff in each of Catholic Charities’ five deeply understand the needs of the communities Catholic Charities in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, centers of excellence: Immigration and Citizenship that we serve. No matter where a parish/faith please contact me at shawverr@ccasfnm.org. When Legal Assistance, Refugee Settlement and Support, community is at regarding living out the Church’s you learn about the different centers of excellence Educational Opportunity, Self-Sufficiency & understanding of justice, listening is necessary for at Catholic Charities, it will be difficult not to have Housing Assistance, and Community Involvement. mutual growth in the parish/faith community and compassion for the people whom Catholic Charities I have learned how each Catholic Charities center in Catholic Charities. serves; I pray that the knowledge will break your serves the community in New Mexico, and I have Education about Catholic social teaching and heart and propel you towards action.

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Region XIII Deacon Conference

By Deacon Steve Rangel, Director, Diaconate & Pastoral Outreach

he Archdiocese of Santa Fe hosted the annual Region XIII Deacon Conference on the weekend of July 30th through August 1st at the Marriott Pyramid Hotel in Albuquerque. This annual conference was a time for deacons and their wives from 10 different dioceses in New Mexico, Texas, Colorado, Arizona, Utah and Wyoming to come together for education, inspiration, and to build fellowship with others from around the region. Focusing on one of the three pillars of the deacon’s ministry: word, sacrament, and charity, the theme of this year’s conference was “Called to Serve: Charity.” Four outstanding speakers presented their unique viewpoints about charity, or service to others, and the important roll it plays in our ministry of service. Brother Charles Schreiner, of the Little Brothers of the Good Shepherd, gave an inspirational view into the important and loving work

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they do giving hope, respect and opportunity to the homeless in Albuquerque. Allen Sanchez, Director of the New Mexico Conference of Catholic Bishops, challenged the deacons to connect the work they do with their own personal spirituality, telling them, “the life you live is a sign to the people…be a credible witness of God’s love...What you do out in the streets gives meaning to what you do on the altar.” Rev. David Garcia from San Antonio, TX, representing Catholic Relief Services, spoke about global solidarity and the part we play. He reminded the deacons that their ministry is not just to the parishes at which they are assigned, but also to the worldwide church and its needs. They were encouraged to pray, learn and teach about social justice issues. Deacon Bill Ditewig discussed with the deacons how they are a witness and guide to the Church’s ministry of charity and justice.

Priests and deacons are leaders, called to serve the people, but they don’t just do the work themselves. Rather, he said it is the role of the deacon to “stir the pot” to get others involved and trained in doing service ministry. Deacons are to “have a perceptive eye” to see the needs that are out there and be “a public advocate of the weak and powerless and those that have no other voice or lobby.” Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan spoke to the deacons and wives at the Region XIII Conference about working together with our brothers and sisters of other Evangelical Christian faiths to promote the mainline Christian values that we all hold on to: the centrality of Jesus as our Savior, the dignity of the human person from conception through natural death, and the dignity of marriage between a man and a woman and family life which permits an opportunity for children.