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The foundin g class of San Francisco's De Marillac Middle School proudly displays a banner for the school 's Christmas p hoto.

Ray of hope De Marillac School welcomes kids in Tenderloin By Kamille Nixon

De Marillac 6th grader Ian hones his archery skills.

Mauricio dons his new navy uniform sweater and walks around the corner and down Golden Gate Avenue to the sixth grade. On any given morning he may shuffle by people in line for a free meal at St. Anthony's Dining Room and other people who could possibly use a freemeal but are too influenced by some substance to get one. He passes a sign that reads, "Hard Hat Area," and ventures through a maze of scaffolding and construction zones. He's a student at the new De Marillac Middle School, one of 19 kids forging a brave trail through Tenderloin hardships toward a bright future. His school is brand new, so new construction workers are still working inside. "It feels great to be here," he says. "This is a great space that we have here. I feel safe." That's the point, says language arts and social studies teacher Serena Chu. ¦ She and her associates focus on creating a safe, orderly, calm, respectful atmosphere, a place where the students know people care about them, she says. The 12-year-olds and their teachers spend the morning in huge blocks of time alternating betweentwo classrooms. One for science and math with Lasallian volunteer Anne Hotze, and one for every-

thing else with Ms. Chu. Lunch is eaten at their desks until the remaining facilities, including a dining area, computer lab, and science room, are finished. The session will last longer than most schools' days, until 5 p.m., and it's all business. Geography of ancient China is a major topic of study. Spelling words are reviewed. Essays are edited. Mauricio uses today's word of the day -"recur"— in a sentence: "In Antarctica, the cold is a recurring event." Bright cobalt walls, shiny desks and new carpet provide a contrast to the more dismal goings on outside. Boxesare still packed two days after the band movedinto their new digs, but books are prominently displayed and homework is forthcoming. For this day, it's "complete pages 86-87. Due Tuesday. Final draft on white paper of goals and values." By the way, "want to improve your spelling grade?" asks Ms. Chu. Here's how: "Number one, do your homework on time. And number two, study, study,study." The teacher is all business as she strives to beat the clock and prevent even one of her charges from falling through a crack. She knows the odds are high, and getting tougher with each passingyear for these kids. But for now, they are here, in her class, preparing themselvesfor any high school theymight choose. RAY OF HOPE, page 10

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b y Tom Burke Journalism could benefit from Megan Seely's joining its ranks. The Convent of the Sacred Hear t High School junior was among the winners of a "write-off at a recent school press convention. Thanks to Jo Ann Shain, school PR director for the info... .Hats off at Mercy High School, Burlingame to new freshmen class officers Jenna Dacanay, prez; Sona Lim, vice-prez; Amal Mahmood, sec./treas.; and class reps Melanie Bie and Leisha Israni....At Notre Dame High School, Belmont, students attending last year 's Junior State of America convention in Santa Clara were Mimi Lo and Jillian Ticzon. Getting

A buck a bowl ain't much but it sure went far at a recent fundraiser at Marin Catholic High School. The school's annual OxFam Day, where students in place of their "normal lunch" donate a dollar for a bowl of broth and a crust of bread, "raises awareness about world hunger," said Marin Catholic public relations director Tim Navone. Senior Lachlan MacLean, whose dollar was among $500 raised for the OxFam organization,was happy to "help a good cause. " Chris Hansen of the campus ministry office organizes the effort. OxFam supports self-help development and disaster relief in Asia, Africa, South America. More kudos for Marin Catholic students on raising almost $12,000 to benefit victims of the Sept. 11 attacks. Getting into the soup are seniors Critter Stone,Nick Vita, NickNarodny, and Marin Catholic campus ministry directo r and chaplain, Father Tom Daly.

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Sacred Heart Preparato ry, Atherton, and Archbishop Riordan High School , San Francisco went head to head in a recent Quiz Kids contest airing on Peninsula TV-26. Representing Sacred Heart were Chris Wheat, Amarnath Santhanam and Max Etchemendy, seen here with Quiz Kids host. Brad Friedman. Riordan team members are Jeff Dela Cruz , Flynn Hagerty, Tim Ponti. Sacred Heart, coached by Kevin Morris , won the match. Coaching Riordan was faculty member and school community service director, John Ahlbach. Thanks to Sacred Heart mom , Bev Wheat for takin ' the photo. Thanks to Riordan 's Kathleen Hayden and Sacred Heart 's Suzanne Grant for fillin ' us in.

the memories read y are yearbook editors , Anne Bedigian Service with Benediction on Dec. 30 at St. James. Father and Preeyadeep Singh. Ecology Club moderator , Chris Kieran McCormick , pastor , St. Charles, San Carlos and Read, announced new officers Heather Ferrari , presi- a former St. James pastor, presided. Father Larry Goode, pastor St. Finn Barr Parish , dent,- Lauren Vece, veep; Gail served as master of ceremonies. Samaroo, treas.; Kerry The many in attendance also Jauregui, sec; Jill Lin, activisang with a bunch asking that ties director. A Notre Dame toy the rite be prayed again at the drive at Christmas benefited Guerrero St. church. Also conSamaritan House. Among the tributing as choristers was the partici pants were Lizelle Vega, Brid gett Schola Cantus, a Gregorian Kristin Ming, Anne Bedigian, Preeyadeep Singh Chant ensemble. For info about Labari, Vesna Galic, Jessica Bregante. Faculty members Paul Hance and Troy Thiele the group, call Mike Collins at (415) 456-1684....Prayers have been recognized as outstanding teachers by the please for Father Richard Bain , pastor, Sacred Heart University of California , San Diego. The honored educators Parish, Olema who is not well Father Bill McCain , were nominated by former students....Welcome aboard at pastor of Novato's Our Lady of Loretto, leads a "Happy Junipero Serra High School to new public relations direc- Birthday" to parish Deacon Bill Mitchell who recently tor, Sara Cecchin. Sara's husband is St. Ignatius College turned 70. Bill and his wife, Barbara, will be married 48 Preparatory grad, Tim Cecchin, son of longtime SI facul- years in Jul y....We love hearin from ya ' and it takes but ty member Art , and St. Gabriel Elementary faculty mem- a moment to let us know about a wedding, anniversary, ber Barbara. Sara's folks , Dolores and Brian Raley, live in birthday or other special or entertaining event. Just jot down Orange County. Her sister, Shavena Raley, is a resident of the basics and send to On the Street Where You Live, One the Richmond District. Car pooling are Serra's Dean of Peter Yorke Way, SF 94109,- fax it to (415) 614-5633 or eStudents , Bob Ferretti, his wife, Patti, the school's assis- mail it to tburke @ catholic-sf.org. However you get it tant campus minister, and their sons, Matthew, a senior, here, please don 't forget to include a follow-up phone numand Patrick , a freshman. "It 's a family affair," Bob said, ber. You can reach Tom Burke at (415) 614 -5634.... noting that schedules have recently required taking two cars....Congrats to Alexandra Strathopoulos, a junior at Mary and Charles Mercy High School, SF, on her victory in a recent Voice of Coffman of St. Charles Democracy contest....Juniors at Immaculate Conception Parish, San Carlos , celeAcademy received their class rings recently at ceremonies brate d their 60th wedding devoted to the time honored tradition. Presenting the banner anniversary on Jan. 17. for the class of '03 were Claudia Leon and Roberta A "memory book ," filled Martinez. Dominican Sister Janice Therese Wellington , with contributions from principal , presented the rings following Mass at the Mission family and friends , has District all-girls school. Father John O'Neill, pastor of been presented to the neighboring St. James Parish, presided. Class moderator, coup le by their two chilTerry Hodges commended the young women saying they dren. A party " at home " "put their hearts" into planning the day and making it "a commemorated the special one for all of us."...Fath er O'Neill added his tones occasion on Jan. 21. to a 15-voice choir accompanying a Sunday Compline

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Clergy Appointments and Changes Reverend John A. Ryan — 2/11/02 5/24/02 , Pastoral ministry, Marianella, Dublin Reverend ICirk J. Ullery — 1/1/02 6/30/02, ICTE, Rome

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Father John S. Hardin , a Franciscan who has long association with St. Anthony Foundation, has been named executive director of the San Francisco social service agency, succeeding Mercy Sister Patrick Curran who resigned because of ill health. Father Hardin served as interim executive director of St. Anthony Foundation in 1997 and has been a member of the foundation 's board of directors since 1996. He also served as pastor of St. Boniface Church in San Francisco, which is adjacent to St. Anthony Foundation, at a time when the foundation 's founder, Franciscan Fattier Alfred Boeddeker, lived at St. Boniface, friary. Father Hardin also helped establish the "Listening Post," a ministry of "listening and :<

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BELFAST, Northern Ireland — Catholic schools in Northern Ireland received additional police protection following a threat by the outlawed Ulster Defense Association that Catholic school staff and postal workers were legitimate targets. The threat , made by the paramilitary organization was being taken seriously following the Jan . 12 murder of a Catholic postal worker outside the post office in the largel y Protestant Rathcoole area of North Belfast. "This was a premeditated sectarian murder which has got to be condemned by everybody," Bishop Patrick Walsh of Down and Connor said following Mass at Holy Cross Church in Ardoyne, a section of Belfast and the site of recent sectarian street violence. Holy Cross' parish school has been picketed by an angry mob of local Protestant residents. Bishop Walsh described the threats as "repugnant and abhorrent ," but he and his diocesan education authorities decided that all schools should remain open . "There is no question of closing schools — children come first and their rights , including the right to education , are paramount ," Bishop Walsh said. Bishop Walsh and Auxiliary Bishops Anthony Farquhar and Donal McKeown spent Jan . 14 visiting Catholic primary and secondary schools in North Belfast to assure teachers, parents and children of their concern and support.

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known to have sexually abused a minor simply will not function as a priest in any way in this archdiocese," he said. He said his apology for past abuse "is made in a special way with heartfelt sorrow to those abused by John Geoghan," a former Boston priest facing criminal charges for molesting children while he was a priest. Geoghan, ordained a priest in 1962, was removed from parish ministry in 1994 and was forcibly laicized in 1998 amid mounting evidence that he had molested scores of young boys over the course of three decades. He said that some judgments in giving .Geoghan pastoral assignments in the past "in retrospect were tragically incorrect." He added , "It is also important to state that it was I who removed him from parish ministry, that I then placed him on retirement and that I finally asked the Hol y See to dismiss him from the priesthood without possibility of appeal, even thou gh he had not requested laicization. "

Maryland p arents, educators rally in supp ort of textbook aid

BALTIMORE — Thousands of parents participated in rallies throughout the state Jan. 7 in support of continued MEXICO CITY — Cardinal Roger Etchegaray spent Israeli Cabinet votes to halt state funding for the textbook loan program. Maryland two days in the troubled southern Mexican state of Chiapas Gov. Parris N. Glendening has included money in his budgvisiting indigenous communities in an attemp t to convey construction of Nazareth mosque et for the textbook loan program for the last two years. In Pope John Paul IPs concem for their problems. Cardinal JERUSALEM — The Israeli Security Cabinet voted 4- the first year, legislators approved his $6 million funding Etchegaray, president emeritus of the Pontifical Council for 1 in favor of halting construction on a mosque adjacent to request — $5 million of which was spent on books. Last Justice and Peace, said his presence was the message. the Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth. Meeting Jan. year, Mr, Glendening submitted an $8 million request, "What is important is not what I say but the fact that I 9, the Cabinet instructed member Natan Sharansky to find which was cut to $5 million by lawmakers. am here. My presence is designed to be a true sign from the an alternate site for the structure in Nazareth within two Michelle Byrnie, the governor 's press secretary, said pope to underline the work that the church is doing for the weeks, according to news reports. Mr. Glendening is considering placing funding in the indigenous people of Mexico," the cardinal told reporters Church leaders welcomed the decision to halt the mosque's upcoming budget. Money for the program comes from the in San Cristobal de las Casas Jan 12. construction. Bishop Wilton B. Gregory of Belleville, 111., $4.7 billion tobacco settlement, providing a $60 per-stuMany of the poverty-stricken highland villages around president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, said the dent allotment and a $90 per-student allotment at schools San Cristobal are crisscrossed by local political and reli- decision "reassures us of the Israeli government's commit- with a high percentage of low-income families. gious tensions , further complicated by the lingering ment to fulfill its responsibilities toward the holy places." Zapatista conflict that began with an armed indigenous In 1999, Israeli authorities approved construction of the In a f irst, Catholic leader uprising in 1994. Referring to the conflict, the cardinal mosque next to the Basilica of the Annunciation, despite stressed the need for dialogue, justice and reconciliation. strong Vatican objections. In the spring of 2001, U.S. p reaches at Queens invitation "There should not be peace without justice or peace with- President George W. Bush also asked withdrawal of perMANCHESTER, England — Cardinal Cormac Murphyout pardon. Pardon is one of the most difficult things," he mission for construction of the mosque. O'Connor of Westminster became the first Catholic leader since added. the Reformation to be invited by a British monarch to preach. In another village Cardinal Etchegaray assured Indians Polish f arming crisis threatens The cardinal preached during morning prayer at the that "your centuries-old customs are recognized and parish church of St Mary Magdalene on Queen Elizabeth cultural love for land, pope says IPs country estate at Sandring ham Jan. 13, The queen was blessed by God." VATICAN CITY — A lack of respect in modern Polish present with her husband , the Duke of Edinburgh. The carCardinal apol og izes for sex society for farmers and farming, combined with an eco- dinal was a guest of the queen for the weekend at the estate. nomic crisis in Polish agriculture, threatens the nation 's "I feel today in preaching in this church and under these abuse, sets zero-tolerance rule historic ties to the land, Pope John Paul II said. circumstances that this is not just an isolated event," Cardinal BOSTON — At a press conference Jan. 9 Cardinal The Polish-born pope told students and professors from Murphy-O'Connor said. 'The Holy Spirit of God in all of the Bernard F. Law of Boston apologized for past sexual abuse Warsaw's Academy of Agrarian Sciences to find practical Christian churches over recent years has been impelling us to of children by priests and said his archdiocese is commit- ways to increase the productivity and income of Poland's a greater unity, a greater communion together." ted "to a zero-tolerance policy" on such abuse. "Any priest

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"Missing - Last Seen at the World Trade Center " By Evelyn Zappia Perhaps the most compelling reason to view "Missing Last Seen at the World Trade Center" — an exhibit of 175 fliers with images of those who never returned home Sept. 11 — is that "New Yorkers have no idea that anyone outside New York truly understands what really happened there Sept. 11, 2001," according to Louis Nevaer. The exhibit created by Mr. Nevaer will be on view Feb. 6-24 in San Francisco's City Hall, on the second stop in a national tour. Long after family and friends knew there was no hope of finding anyone alive, the fliers desperately seeking lost loved ones posted on street signs, light posts, walls and windows still haunted the hallowed land called "Ground Zero." Torn, faded , and abused by New York's passionless winter weather, Mr. Nevaer feared the fliers would be destroyed, or worse, trashed. He felt driven to "rescue" them. He solicited die help of the National Guard to collect the precious testimonies of the lives that were lost. He was determined that they be shared with other Americans so they could better understand the enormity of the impact of the attack. Mr. Nevaer contacted many of the families who had hoped their fliers would help them find their loved ones, "Surprisingly, no one objected to a national exhibition," he said. In fact, other families who heard of his idea contacted him, wanting to add the fliers of their loved ones so the nation could meet them for a brief moment, and possibly feel their grief. The Mesoamerica Foundation, a human rights organization with a predominately Catholic membership, according to Mr. Nevaer, donated $12,000 to launch the exhibit, which included mounting, shipping, archiving, and press releases. Since the planes that crashed into the World Trade Center were bound for California, he chose the state as the exhibition's first destination. "In a sense, we're completing that journey," he said. The first leg of the exhibit was in Santa Barbara, where "tears and lack of words" were the universal responses of those viewing it.

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Leaks, Rats Plague Family Praying For Better Life Everyday Everton Stephens asks God to rescue his famil y. When it rains, the roof leaks so much that his wife and child have to huddle in the only dry corner or they'll get soaked. But that's not the worst part. The Stephens' home is also plagued with rats. The family stuffs bits of old cloth into the cracks and crevices of their home to keep the r ats out. Still the vermin fight their way in when the family is most vulnerable - when they are sleeping... Shuddering, Denise recalled the night a rat bit her baby. "I was sleep ing and I heard Novia cry. When I got up, I saw she had blood on her finger. And then I saw the rat," she said, the disgust and panic obviousl y still haunting her. Everton Stephens earns money by collecting plastic bottles from the local dump, washing them and reselling them. It isn't a great job, but he has little choice in Jamaica's depressed economy. It's the only way he can earn enough to feed his wife and little girl. But Everton doesn 't complain. He is grateful for what little they have . "I just have to give thanks to God. I ask Him for guidance and protection because living here is rough. All we can do is get on our knees and pray." "Sadly, Denise and Everton Stephens' situation is not uncommon They are just one example of the many desperate families who need housing in Jamaica. They live with

their toddler in a makeshift shack with a dirt floor. It 's not much more than a patchwork of disca rded wood and corroded metal - too poorly constructed to keep out rain ," explained Robin Mahfood , president for Food For The Poor Inc., a Christian ministry working to lessen poverty's impact on families in the Caribbean and Latin America. One of the ministry 's priorities is to replace these shacks with sturdy, basic homes. Entire homes can be built for only $2,000. Last year 2,000 Jamaican families were given the gift of a home through the generosity of American donors, and Food For The Poor's project to provide housing for the poorest among the poor. "The response from the Catholic community has been great. And you can imagine the impact this outpouring of compassion has had on the families being helped. They see their prayers for help being answered. They see the hand of God at work ," Mahfood said. With thousands of people remaining on Food For The Poor's waiting list for housing, the need for contributions remains great . It is this need that compels Food For The Poor onward. "There are so many families with problems like Everton and Denise Stephens - some much worse, in fact," Mahfood said. "Every day that passes is another day of misery for them. Every house we build is one more reason for hope among those still waiting for help."

Thousands on Waiting List â&#x20AC;&#x201D; "The StoriesAre Heart-Wrenching" Hurvin Thomas, a father of six, has been forced to move out of a condemned house on the edge of the Spanish Town Highway. Unemployed, with nowhere else to turn, he is worried about the future of his youngest children - ages four, five and six. To spare them from the pain and danger of sleeping on the streets, Hurvin is begging for help. Albertha Evans is 108 years old. Her son, 79, cares for her in a tiny patchwork shack they share. The shack's roof leaks and the cramped space inside makes life for the two unbearably hard. In desperation , they have come to Food For The Poor.

"My waiting list of needs go on and on, and all of the stories I hear are just as heart-wrenching. Poverty in countries like Jamaica and Haiti is devastating. Thousands of men, women and children are desperately searching for simple shelter," explained Pearl Barrett, coordinator of Food For The Poor's home building effort in Jamaica. "Our home building program was created to give these poor families hope and a sense of God's mercy. Through the ministry, American sponsors provide funds which are used to build basic, cabin-style homes for the poorest of the poor." Since 1982, thousands of houses have been sponsored and built by benefactors to Food For The Poor, Barrett said, but demand for the

homes remains very high. Jamaica and Haiti have both undergone serious economic problems in recent years. Fathers and mothers who have lost jobs often end up on the street where they become trapped in a life of abject poverty. Once homeless, it is virtually impossible for these families to recover their lives, she said. Tragically, some of the families seeking help from us originally lost their homes and livelihoods in a fire or one of the hurricanes that hit the island years ago. They've been struggling to survive ever since," Barrett said. "Imagine - some of the children we are hel ping have never lived in a home of their own. They've never known that sense of stability or security in their lives," she said. "You can also imagine how most families react when they receive a home. Many cry tears of joy and praise God because they believe He has answered their prayers with a miracle." As inspired as Barrett is by the success of the program , she remains concerned about the needs that remain, particularly of the plight of the children and the elderl y. The fact that so many of these vulnerable

souls will be homeless tonight is painful to Pearl Barrett and her staff. "At this point, I have a backlog of several thousand requests for homes," Barrett said. "I pray these families can sustain themselves until we can locate a sponsor for them. I pray for miracles."

Caribbean Bishop Begs For Help To Provide Housing for the Destitute Poor The needs of the poor weigh heavily on Bishop Paul Boyle's heart. As the sp iritual leader for Mandeville, Jamaica , he shepherds a suffering flock - fathers stripped of their dignity by poverty, mothers struggling to care for their malnourished infants and children who are hardened by the adversities of their lives. "And too often, I find that homelessness is at the heart of the poor 's misery," Bishop Boyle explained. "When a family loses its home, it often spirals down into deeper and deeper levels of poverty. These people Would be lost if it wasn 't for the help of the church and organizations like Food For The Poor." By partnering with Food For The Poor and making use of its home building program , Bishop Boyle has constructed basic housing for the poorest of the poor in his Diocese. With this helping hand, many families are recovering their dignity and discovering a new sense of hope in their lives. They are experiencing Christ's mercy in a direct and meaningful way. "A home gives a poor family security and stability. It allows them

Thousands of men, women and children are desperately searching for simple shelter after losing their homes and livelihood in a fire or hurricane. For now, their homes are often makeshift structures with walls of cardboard, rusty tin sheets and p lastic that can blow down easily in a simple thunderstorm. Food For The Poor's home building program replaces these patchwork shacks with sturdy lumber homes. to get back on their feet again. I beg every American Catholic who wants to help the poor to consider the value of Food For The Poor's building program. I know firsthand - it makes a real difference in the lives of the poor," he said. Building homes through Food For The Poor is simple and cost effective. Each $2,000 contribution

to the home building program allows Food For The Poor to construct a home for a poor family on behalf of a mentoring priest or pastor like Bishop Boyle. "I am deeply grateful to everyone who has contributed to build a home in my diocese," Bishop Boyle said. "In fact , on behalf of the many pastors and priests who serve the

poor in the Caribbean, I want to thank everyone who has contributed to build a home through Food For The Poor. Know that we are all deeply grateful for your support ," Bishop Boyle said. "The gift you give is a powerful testimony to the love and mercy of Christ among the poor . May God richly bless you for the sacrifice you have made."

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Unique Program Offers Tangible Way To Help the Poorest of the Poor Velma Brown stepped out of her patchwork tin shack and faced the brightening dawn sky. It had rained again during the night, and her tears had mingled with the steady drips from the leaking roof. They were tears for her three young sons and the pain they were being forced to endure. "The littlest one - that is Richard said 'Mommy, when can we come out of this house and go into a pretty house?' And I said, 'One day, one day, Father God will take you out,'" Velma Brown said, emotionally relating her struggle. "I went outside, turned my face to where the sun was coming from , lifted my hands up to God and cried, 'Touch someone's heart to come and help me.'" What happened next, Velma firmly believes, was a miracle. Food For The Poor discovered the Jamaican woman's plight and offered her help through the rninistry's housing program. An American Catholic - a person Velma had never met - was making a gift to build her and her family a new home. Within a few months she moved into a sturdy, wooden house - a safe,

dry home for her family. That morning, during a prayer of thanksgiving, she broke into tears, joyful for God's blessing and grateful to the American benefactor who had sponsored her home. "I hear it often from the families we help; these houses are an answer to prayer. They are a miracle of God," explained Robin Mahfood , President of Food For The Poor. "And the benefactors who sponsor the homes realize this too. They are responding to God's blessings in their own lives by embracing this opportunity to help someone else - someone in desperate need. They are God's tools of mercy in the modern world. "Many of the families being helped can trace their poverty back two or three generations," Mahfood said. "That's why providing these families with housing is so crucial. It breaks the cycle of poverty that

has stolen their hope. It gives them a chance to rebuild their lives." "Those who donate to the home building program in Jamaica also enjoy a unique sense of purpose and accomplishment," Mahfood said. "They see a tangible outcome of the gift they've given." To involve as many people as possible, Food For The Poor has created a variety of ways for donors to contribute. Homes can be built with a single gift of $2,000. Smaller gifts can also be combined with those of other benefactors to sponsor a single home. These "miracle teams" are great for church groups, schools and clubs. "The joy of giving in Christ's name is powerful. One man called to say his children

wanted to give from their piggy banks to help. That blessed gift , combined with those of others like them, built a house. It had a very tangible result one those children can understand and appreciate," he said. "The power of combined Christian charity is fantastic." Once a gift is received, Food For The Poor works through local clergy who locate the most needy people in their communities. Lumber and supplies are then purchased and shipped to the area of need. When it arrives, this "house kit" is assembled by local carpenters - if possible with help from the recipient and church volunteers. "Thanks to the wonderful response we've had from American Catholics, the home building program has been able to provide hundreds of homes to the poorest of the poor in Haiti and Jamaica," Mahfood said "You can't imagine the difference these houses make to the families who receive them. It gives them a stable foundation to rebuild their lives. It returns their dignity and gives them a new sense of hope. It's a uniquely direct and meaningful form of charity."

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By Kamille Nixon The Archdiocese 's Department of Catholic Schools is beginning an innovative credential and master 's program for religious education teachers . It is the onl y such program in the country. The Master of Arts in Catholic School Teaching: Religious Education , is a cooperative project of the schools department and the Institute for Catholic Educational Leadership at the University of San Francisco, a Jesuit university. Classes will begin next week with a "cohort " of 15 students who will remain together throughout the three-year, 40-unit program, according to Assistant Superin tendent of Catholic Schools Lars Lund, who conceived of the project. Mr. Lund said high school level teachers tend to possess "a pretty good theological background but not a lot of pedagogical training, and elementary teachers have ample pedagogical training but less theological experti se. The goal of the program is to give religion teachers and any Catholic schoolteacher from kindergarten through high school ample training and spiritual formation to become effective Catholic schoolteachers, Mr. Lund said. "We want to get through this cohort and three years later see if there is interest for another," he said. "My conviction is that the cohort will be such a great experience . . . that we'll have more people who want to be in this program and it will reall y take off in future years." An initial 30-unit program includes course work in educational theory and practice , theology, spirituality, and religious education. Upon successful completion of this pro-

Ray of h op e . . . ¦ Continued from cover That 's the goal, as it is in the San Miguel schools in the East and Midwest upon which De Marillac is modeled. These schools aim to "provide an intensive, dynamic, and value-oriented Catholic education for inner-city youth who are being lost for a lack of educational opportunity," according to informational materials. A team of St. Boniface supporters, Sacred Heart Cathedral Prep associates, and Catholic business people brought the model to the former St. Boniface Elementary School, which closed in 1961 after serving the then-German neighborhood for 85 years. The Daughters of Charity and the Christian Brothers together put forward about $1.8 million for beginning money, according to Principal Catherine Ronan. The school is running on a first-year operating budget of about $500,000, provided by grants and donations. They are guaranteed to make it through the first year, said Ms. Ronan, a former assistant principal at Sacred Heart Cathedral Prep. After this year, a major part of her job will be to develop a fundraising strategy that wiU allow De Marillac to

gram , participants will earn a Secondary Certificate in Religious Education , which will be recognized by dioceses throughout California as an equivalent to the California Single-Subject credential , according to Mr. Lund A Master of Arts in Catholic Teaching with an emphasis in Religious Education will be awarded to participants who take additional courses and complete additional projects. Each course will provide for practical application of concepts to real-life classroom situations and opportunities for professional growth, networking, and spiritual development. The program is designed for high school religion teachers and campus ministers, junior high religion teachers, and teachers in other subject areas interested in becoming a religion teacher or campus minister. Additional ly, teachers interested in professional growth may take courses without participating in the formal program. Participating teachers typicall y are working classroom professional s, Mr. Lund said. They will take one course each week during the fall and spring semesters and two summer courses as part of the Institute for Catholic Educational Leadership "SummerWest" program . Classes meet at USF's School of Education campus on Geary Blvd. Participants will receive a 50 percent tuition reduction granted b y USE Teachers in Catholic schools of the Archdiocese can receive additional financial assistance from the Department of Catholic Schools' Incentive Grant Program. The course of stud y for the certification program will include 10 classes: religious educational curriculum and instruction , spirituality of the educator, fundamental

Catholic theology, developmental psychology, foundations of Catholic education , teacher mentorship, scri pture , sacraments and liturgy, educational learning theory, and moral theology and Catholic social teachings. In addition to those courses , candidates for a master 's degree will comp lete courses in religious educational leadershi p, justice in the school , issues in religious education and a culminating » project. The biggest challenge for Mr. Lund in develop ing an idea he had in 1995 while serving as chairman of the religion department at Serra High School into a bona fide program six years later was selling the idea to 15 teacher participants . "We had to have 15" who would commit to a three-year program that costs $400 per unit, he said. Another challenge was finding a university that would support the project. The ICEL program at USF "really championed this program ," Mr. Lund said. It took about a year, however, to convince USF administrators to sign on. They questioned the financial viability of such a program, he said, and they needed to be sure the scope and sequence of the curriculum would be academically rigorous enough to merit a master 's degree, he said. Dominican Sister Mary Peter Traviss at ICEL showed support early, Mr. Lund said. Thanks to the lobbying efforts of former Superintendent Dominican Sister Glenn Anne McPhee, the credential will be recognized in every diocese throughout the state, Mr. Lund said. The State of Californi a will not recognize it for teachers in public schools, he explained.

continue to offer top-quality Cadiolic education, tuition-free. Meanwhile, construction continues on the building atl35 Golden Gate Ave. Two workmen carry loads up the three flights of stairs in the building that will eventually hold 75 students, grades six through eight. A faint chemical smell wafts through Ms. Hotze 's science and math room. The nine kids inside don't seem to notice. They are worried about what fraction of the world's continents they live on, and what fraction of the United States is the state they live in. They open brand new pencil boxes to retrieve erasers as they work out the problems. They keep focus, seeming to realize an important lesson stated on a poster next to the front board: "Self control is knowing you can but deciding you won't. " And so it goes. Computations, revisions, end-of-day prayers

not just any school," said Ms. Salcedo, and she thinks she found it here. In fact, after she submitted Linda's application, she called the school every day to make sure her girl was accepted. Her hopes for her daughter: "Keep going with the grades she has, get into high school at Sacred Heart Cathedral and then go on to the university," "On to college" proves itself the most common goal among these kids. Aspiring detective Johana doesn 't miss a beat when she answers a reporter 's question about her greatest goal. 'To go to college." Same with Ana Laura, whose family moved from Mexico City a short time ago. She wants to be an astronaut and, fittingly, her greatest hope is to finish school through college. Ana Laura credits her teachers as being "really good." Johana agrees. At her old school, she says, "If you didn ' t want to study that was your problem. Here they make you understand what you are learning." At the end of the day, Ms. Chu describes her greatest concern. "Even though we provide this environment for the students, some students may still fall through the cracks.*5 She hesitates and then adds, "I don't .think that's going to happen to a lot of them. But there is always that thought in the back of my mind . . . what if?"

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By Kamille Nixon "We have yet to start a school year with a class and no teacher," said Co-Superintendent of Catholic Schools Paul Bergez. Catholic schools in the archdiocese enjoy a successful retention rate, he pointed out , at a time when public schools offer higher salaries and smaller class sizes. Why do the teachers stay ? For some, intang ible benefits such as passing on the faith make up for salary discrepancies between teaching in Catholic schools and teaching in public schools. "The knowledge that you are teaching what you really believe" is one such benefit , said 45-year teaching veteran Pat Pinnick. The values she emphasizes will be there for the students when they need them, she said , adding that the best thing about teaching at San Francisco 's St. Cecilia Elementary is "waking up knowing that you are doing a job that you real ly like." The third-grade teacher said that a long time ago she found a lovely school to teach in where the parents gave great support to the kids and teachers. The school has proved to be a "really great atmosphere" for more than four decades, despite changes in lifestyle such as busier homes. "I've never thought of leaving Catholic education ," she said. "It's totally in sync with what I believe myself."

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access to professional development and reduced tuiti on in Catholic universities and schools, salary and benefits are major obstacles in recruiting and retaining teachers , according to Eileen Gorman , princi pal of All Souls School in South San Francisco and an adjunct professor at the University of San Francisco. Public school teachers also enjoy other incentives , such as bonuses , housing allowances, and smaller classes, noted Dr. Gorman. Federal studies show that Catholic parochial and conservative Christian schools are the poorest pay ing, according to a 1999 article in the publication Momentum. The 10-percent annual attrition rate in private schools is nearly double that of public schools (six percent), the article said. Nevertheless , private-school teachers are more satisfied with their jobs than those in public schools, according to the article. That is reflected in the "very good" local rate of retention of professionals whom Dr. Gorman called "effective and spiritual educators." The dedication of the faculty members themselves makes the difference. "The teachers full y embrace their vocation and are very dedicated to their mission of teaching," said Dr. Gorman. "I feel that is the primary reason that teachers commit themselves to longevity in Catholic schools." Other influences enhancing teachers ' job satisfaction , according to Dr. Gorman, are pastor and principal support , outstanding parents , school/athletic boards, student motivation , professional development opportu nities, a mentor program for beginning teachers , abundant teacher resources, staff appreciation programs, and a sense of family in the school community. St. Hilary 's Ms. Devitt summed it up simply: "It's a good fit for me." —

St. Paul School celebrates 85th year, by decades St. Paul's is establishing an alumni organizati on, Ms. Rogan said, noting that the alumnae association for St. Paul's High School continues to thrive. Readers for the Mass are St. Paul alumna Theresa Lazzanetto, and alumnus Bill Spillane, son of late longtime parishioner, Maurice "Red" Spillane. Young women from the parish who entered religious life include Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Dorita Clifford , Dora Clifford , Eileen Healy, and Ann Cronin, principal of St. Paul' s until last year. In addition to Father Gaffey, young men from the parish who went on to priesthood include Bishop Carlos Sevilla of Yakima, Washington; Father Jim O'Malley, retired pastor, St. Kevin Parish; Msgr. John Heaney, chaplain to the San Francisco Police Department; Msgr. Tom Kennedy, retired pastor, St. Raphael Parish , San Rafael; Father John O'Neill, pastor, St. James Parish; Father Michael Keane, pastor, St. Isabella Parish, San Rafael ; Father Zachary Shore, pastor, Most Holy Redeemer Parish; Father Bill Flanagan, retired pastor , St. Mark Parish, Belmont; and Father Al Vucinovich, pastor, St. Catherine Parish, Burlingame. For more information , call Ms. Rogan at (415) 6487248.

St. Paul Elementary School will celebrate its 85th year with prayer, an open house and a reception on Feb. 24. Mass begins the celebration at 12:15 p.m. with Father Kevin Gaffey, pastor, St. Anthony Parish, Novato , as presider and homilist. Father Gaffey, a graduate of St. Paul's, served as pastor of the Noe Valley parish from 1978 to 83. Father Mario Farana, pastor of St. Paul's since 1993, will concelebrate. "The school is continuing a tradition founded on not just educating students but proclaiming the faith and doing a wonderful job of it," said Father Farana. Bruce Colville, a former member of the faculty at Archbishop Riordan High School and Mercy High School, San Francisco, is in his first year as principal at St. Paul's. His wife, Liz Rojas Colville is a 1972 graduate of St. Paul High School , which closed in 1994. "This is going to be a beautiful event connecting past generations to present generations ," Mr. Colville said. "I' m looking forward to it." Classrooms will be "set up by decades," said Pat Rogan, school development director, and decorated to tell the history of the school. "This is an opportunity to come and meet old friends ," Ms. Rogan said. "Everybody is invited. "

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In the aftermath of the deadly Sept. 11 terrorist attacks, Congress passed sweeping airport safety legislation, which included a requirement that all luggage screeners be U.S. citizens. But security problems related to luggage screening largely result from low pay, turnover, inadequate training and pressure to move passengers along quickly. The new citizenship requ irement for screeners is unfair, inconsistent and irrational. Why target screeners when noncitizens can be hired as airline pilots, flight attendants, mechanics and baggage handlers ? At San Francisco International Airport, about 80 percent of the 800 luggage screeners are noncitizens — many of them immigrants from the Philippines and members of local Catholic parishes. A suit filed by the American Civil Liberties Union and the Service Employees International Union contends that the citizenship requirement violates the right of equal protection. The suit asserts the citizenship requirement is unrelated to security and will make airports less safe by removing the most experienced screeners. The requirement also is being challenged in Congress. We all want to have safe air travel, but requiring luggage screeners to be.U.S. citizens is not the way to achieve that goal.

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Sunday marks the beginning of Catholic Schools Week. Within the Archdiocese of San Francisco, 29,000 students are enrolled in 66 Catholic elementary schools and 14 high schools. These schools are sources of pride for students, parents, teachers and administrators. If you want to see Catholic education in action,. visit any one of these schools. Each has its own distinct character, but all are marked with a deep faith life , a spirit of community and a commitment to academic excellence. MEH

War can be both moral and effective

In your story "Peace advocates: War is neither moral nor effective," (Catholic San Francisco, Jan. 18) peace advocate Kathy Niece along with Franciscan Father Louie Vitale state their views that they believe that war is neither moral nor effective. With all due respect to Father Vitale and Ms. Niece, this viewpoint is not only historically inaccurate but naive and dangerous. I think that Father Vitale would have a hard time convincing the survivors who were liberated from the Nazi concentration camps, that war is ineffective and immoral. If it had not been for the successful war waged by the allies in World War II, many more men, women and children would have gone to thendeaths up the chimney stacks of Auschwitz, Treblinka and Dachau. It was the violence of the American Revolution that brought this country into being. And it was the violence of the American Civil War that ended slavery. Everybody, including me, prays for peace. Nobody in their right mind wants to go to war. But when war is forced upon us as it was on September 11, we have every right under international law and moral doctrine to use military force lo defend ourselves and defend our freedom. History has shown us again and again that aggression and brutality unchallenged only invites more of the same. This is a lesson Father Vitale and Ms. Niece need to take note of. E. F. Sullivan San Francisco, CA

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Cosmic Birth Control

Thanks to G. Gloria Gillogley for her insi ghtful comments on "Cosmic Christ and Contraception (Jan. 18 CSF). My sentiments exactly and I would like to share some insights (paraphrased) from the sages. Noted gurus , such as Ghandi, strive to attain celibacy in their sage years. According to Ghandi 's wife, it was a long and difficult struggle before he finally succeeded. Why take on the snuggle? Sages, in their meditations and ascetic lifestyles, gain cosmic insights into the constant battle between the body and the will. In the unending quest for power the will strives to gain control of the passions of the body (gluttony, lust , sloth , anger, etc.), and it has been known that one passion leads to another. Sages have embraced the quest for power of the will because they have discovered that the only true freedom is when the will is in control of the body. When the body is in control of the will, it is not only harmful to the body but it is a form of slavery. When the passions of the body are guided by the will into productive channels, the energy (such as sexual energy) flows back and produces a constant emotional high. Most importandy, when the will is in control of the body, it opens the channels for spiritual insights to flow in, creating a connection between the human and the Divine. The conclusion? Those who use artificial birth control rather than natural birth control don 't now what they're missing. You could say that the Pope 's form of birth control is "Cosmic Birth Control." M. Pecci

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in a cave to escape persecution. On his feast the church recalls a miraculous cure associated with him by celebrating the blessing of the throats. Blaise apparently saved the life of a boy who was choking on a fish bone . The saint said that anyone who lit a candle in his memory would be free of infection , thus candles are used in the traditional throat blessing. Blaise is listed among the Fourteen Hol y Helpers , saints revered as healers.

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Cross of Christ and problem suffering If you had to pick the most difficult line in the Creed , what would it be? For Ronald Knox it was the simp le statement: "Father Almi ghty ". The stumbling block is the problem of suffering: if God is all-powerful , why does He not prevent suffering ? If He can prevent suffering and does not , how can He be all-loving ? Every reli gion strugg les to make some sense of the mystery of evil , and our Catechism refers to it when considering what it means to call God "almighty ". (CCC# 268-278) A little farther on , the Catechism addresses the problem of evil when considering the providence of God (#309314). Here a distinction is made between moral evil (the sufferings we inflict on others by our selfishness) and misfortunes such as illness and natural disasters which insurance companies describe as "acts of God". The latter testify that this world is not perfect , and is not meant to be our permanent home. The former are necessitated by the gift of free will. If we were somehow held in check every time we freel y chose to do wrong, our freedom would not be real. When we say God is almighty, we mean that no external agent can limit His power. But God can limit His own power, and chooses to do so in order th at we mi ght have free will. We can distinguish between what God does and what God permits, and as I sit comfortabl y in my room I can picture how suffering might fit into the grand scheme of things. B ut what if I am bedridden for years with a debilitating illness - or, what is far worse, have a loved one or a child who is suffering? Neat mental categories are less than

useless, they seem to be a blasphemy: how could God permit THIS to happen? The deeper answer of Christian faith to the problem of suffering is the cross. As the Catechism says, "in the most mysterious way God the Father has revealed his almighty power in the voluntary humiliation and Resurrection of his Son, by which he conqu ered evil." (#272) God can ward off evil , and the healings performed by Jesus were signs of the Kingdom. But even Lazarus received only a temporary reprieve — one day he would be buried again. No, for God to break the reign of evil He had to transform it by loving acceptance, by a "yes" stronger than our "no ", by a love stronger than death. There is a marvelous foreshadowing of this in the Old Testament figure of Joseph. We all know the story of the boy sold into slavery by his jealous brothers who eventuall y becomes the most powerful of Pharaoh' s officials. It is the final drama in the book of Genesis, remarkable both for the evils it recounts (jealousy, intended fratricide , lying, adultery, deception and famine), and by the utter absence of any explicit encounters with God — no miracles, no angels, no promises given , no prayers offered. And yet , when Joseph reveals his identity to the brothers who had treated him so cruell y, he tells them, "Do not be distressed ... it was for the sake of saving lives that God sent me here ahead of you ... to ensure for you a remnant on earth and to save your lives in an extraordinary deliverance." (Gen 45:5-7) Natural disasters and human iniquity are not negated by God , but used to bring about a greater good.

As 1 said, this event points to the cross and resurrection of Christ , the brother we have betrayed. By embracing the cross in love He breaks the spell of evil and offers us an extraordinary deliverance. The cross, in and of itself , is evil; it is love which transforms it into the instrument of salvation. It is this love, and only this love, which can give meaning to the mystery of suffering. We can barely comprehend this truth here on earth, and even in heaven we will not plumb its depths. But at least we will have the joy of seeing the glory of the risen Lord and, as we contemplate the wounds in His hands , the wounds of suffering transfigured, to hear His jubilant words, "Do not be distressed , it was for the sake of saving your lives that God sent me here ahead of you. I am your brother, Jesus."

Father Milton T. Walsh

Father Milton T. Walsh is academic dean and an assistant professor of systematic theology at St. Patrick Seminary, Menlo Park.

Family Lif e

Anyone for another hand of Go Fish? When I was pregnant with our first child, I studied hard to learn to be a good mother. I read books on discipline, nutrition, and child development. Little did I know I should have been brushing up on the rules for Go Fish and Chinese Checkers. The key to successful motherhood, it turns out, is learning to play games. I scour the thrift stores for new additions to our game closet: Clue, Life, Sorry, Uno, Mille Bornes, Careers, Scrabble, Parcheesi, Pass the Pigs. If the instructions aren ' t included , we look them up on the Internet. Lucas, 11, likes card games best. Eight-year-old Gabe likes anything with money. Mariners Monopoly is his new favorite. Instead of buying properties, you buy Seattle Mariners' players. It throws a wrinkle into his traditional Monopoly strategy. It's easy to pass up Pacific Avenue — who can afford to build houses at $200 a pop? But when the same space is now Mariners ' designated hitter Edgar Martinez, who can resist? But the boys' all-time favorite is Go Fish. If we're ever stuck on a desert island with nothing to do but play Go Fish, we'll be just fine. We still play with the deck we bought back when we were trying to teach Lucas the alphabet. Each card has an animal with a corresponding letter —¦ capital letters for the mother animals, lower case for the babies. Mama Iguana

matches baby iguana , Mama Bear is looking for baby bear, baby zebra goes with mama Zebra. The rules for scoring have evolved over the years. The narwhal was Lucas' favorite — he used to cry if he didn 't get it —so it was worth two points. Then Gabe, the walrus lover, came along. Now the walrus is worth three points. Some days we decide all the bird s should be worth two points because I like birds, or that the mouse and the squirrel should be worth two points because they 're cute. "Do you have the duck?" Gabe asked me last night as we sat in a circle on the living room floor. I checked my hand. "Nope. Go fish ." Lucas smiled slyly. "You should have asked me for it!" "It's not your turn ," I reminded him. "Let's see. Lucas, do you have the orangutan?" "I was about to ask you!" "Too late! Hand it over." I put the orangutan pair down on the floor in front of me. "Gabe, do you have the jaguar?" "Not today." I took a card off the stack. "Your turn , Lucas." "Gabe, I know you have the cow!" Lucas laughed with delight as Gabe handed him the cow. At last all the cards were matched and we counted the

pairs in front of us. "Let's play again!" they both shouted. "Just once more," I said, for the fourth time. What is it about Go Fish? Is it the suspense of the search that deli ghts them? The appeal of getting everything in its place? Or maybe it 's just plain fun. Parenting can be a serious business. But our most important job is just to have fun with our kids. Those moments of pure delight —laughing at an old joke, running breathless through a field , or playing games together— are times when we feel God smile on us. Our worries slip away, and we know we are accepted, loved, and enjoyed just as we are.

Christine Dubois

Christine Dubois is a wide ly publish ed freelance writer who lives with her famil y near Sea ttle. Contact her at: chriscolurrm@juno.com.

The CatholicDiff erence

"Brideshead Revisited:" a Catholic novel Books on tape are a wonderful invention . They ' re perfect for convalescents and folks with deteri orating eyesight; they redeem many a long stretch on the Interstates. So it seemed a good idea this past Christmas to give a hosp italized friend ""Brideshead Revisited"", read by the same Jeremy Irons who played Charles Ryder in the TV adaptation of Evelyn Waugh's novel. Then I read the cassette case: "...the Marchmains [the story 's princi pal family] are indeed a symbol of England and her decline; the novel a mirror of the upper class of the 1920s and the abdication of responsibility in the 1930s. "Brideshead Revisited" has become shorthand for a fantasy era of titled elegance, dead-end hedonism, and fatuous wit. " Which is rather like saying that "Moby Dick" is a fascinating treatise on whaling . Or that "Huckleberry Finn" is a useful guide to rafting on the Mississipp i. "Brideshead Revisite d" is one of the great Catholic novels of the 20th century, not because it was written by a Catholic or because Lord Marchmain makes the si gn of the cross on his deathbed , but because Waugh's is a deeply sacramental novel. It is suffused with a pal pable sense of grace at work in the most unexpected, even unwanted , encounters — grace that eventually writes straight , if astringently, with (he crooked lines of some very human lives. Evelyn Waugh's mature novels are "Catholic" because

they involve the literary exploration of basic Catholic themes: sin and grace; the mystery of evil; the extraordinary that lies just beyond the ordinary; the demands of vocation; tough (which is to say, crucified) love. Above all, "Brideshead Revisited" is a novel about vocation. In the Catholic imagination , every human being has a unique role to play in the cosmic drama of creation, fall , redemption , and sanctification. Discerning that role and conformi ng our lives to it is what the Catholic Church means by growing up. It's not an easy process; it can sometimes take the better part of a lifetime. That is what Charles Ryder learns through his encounters with Lord and Lady Marchmain , Lord Sebastian Flyte and his sister Lady Julia , and the other luxuriantl y drawn characters in "Brideshead Revisited" — he learns who he reall y is. As Waugh's masterful literary biographer, Douglas Lane Patey, puts it, Ryder discovers that "each soul ... full y realizes its own individuality only through realizing its God-given purpose." We become trul y ourselves only insofar as we become what God intends us to be. What was true of the fictional Charles Ryder was also true of his creator. In 1946, the crusty Waugh wrote that his future novels would be known for "a preoccupation with style and the attempt to represent man more full y, which to me means only one thing, man in his relation to God."

Waugh understood that a o care for craftsmanship in H o X the emerging dark age of o. " "disintegrated society was the way he ought to < z live his vocation as a a o writer. His vocation , , not his career. mind you "Brideshe ad Revisited" is full of tensions, although not the tensions noted on the box of the cassettes. There is a loneliness, a relentless bleakness, in the novel's ending that seems out of sync with the book' s great theme: the quest for maturity as (in Douglas Patey's words) "an ascent through kinds of beauty and love." Perhaps that makes "Brideshead Revisited" an even more urgently "Catholic" novel today. .We can't have it all, in this world. "Brideshead Revisited" reminds us that we shouldn 't want it, either. Vocation involves renunciation. Learning that is a part of growing up Catholic.

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George Weigel

George Weigel is a senior fellow of the Ethics and Public Policy Center in Washington , D.C.

SCRIPTURE & LITURGY United witness from a united community We may think that we are light years away from Paul's Corinth. After all, we don 't run around , saying "I belong to Paul", or '"I belong to Apollos," or "I belong to Cephas," or "I belong (o Christ." True, we may have some priests or religious we prefer; we may swear by some saint or devotion; we may l'avor a pre-or post-Vatican II version of church; we may be unbending about who should really belong to our parish and who should not. Hello, Corinth, maybe you 're not too far away. Into our sad divisions, the Word of God chosen for this Sunday 's liturgy of the Word conies wilh painfu l relevance: the only way the Church can witness to Jesus' bringing on "the kingdom of the heavens" is by being a community of believers in the process of being healed of all divisions. Matthew updates our first reading from Isaiah. Isaiah envisions God's reign reversing the order of the Assyrian conquest and starting with those tribes in the North first subjected by the enemy: "First the Lord degraded the land of Zebulun and the land of Naphtali ; but in the end he has glorified the seaward road, the land west of the Jordan , the District of the Gentiles." The reading continues with what we remember as the first reading for the Christmas midnight Mass, 'The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; upon those who dwelt hi the land of gloom a fight has shown." This beautiful light bathes God's People in their newly found , divinely bestowed, freedom from oppression: "For the yoke that burdened them, the pole on their shoulder, and the rod of their taskmaster you have smashed, as on the day of Midian." Matthew sees this marvelous, liberating light dawn for us in Jesus preaching the nearness of the kingdom: "He left Nazareth and went to live in Capernaum by the sea in the region of Zebulun and Naphtali, that what had been said through Isaiah the prophet might be fulfilled: 'Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali , the way to the sea, beyond the Jordan, Galilee of the Gentiles, the people who sit in darkness have seen a great light. ... ' From that time on, Jesus began to preach and say 'Repent , for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.'" Matthew shows us two of his concerns in this simple passage. First of all, preaching the kingdom involves some danger: our Sunday passage opens with the. ominous notice, "When Jesus heard that John had been arrested, he withdrew

Third Sunday in Ordinary Time Isaiah 8:23-9:30; Psalm 27; 1 Corinthians 1:10-13, 17; Matthew 4:12-23.

Father David M. Pettingill to Galilee." We become a bit more uneasy when we leani that "arrested" translates "was handed over," the phrase to be used in Matthew 's account of the Passion. Our uneasiness increases when we realize that Jesus ' words are a direct echo of the now "handed over" Baptist 's words, "Repent, for die kingdom of heaven is at hand!" Matthew (3:1). Second, we see Matthew announce here quietly that the Good News is not limited to Israel but is to make its way into Gentile land and hearts. Matthew then goes on to show that this kingdom can onl y be witnessed to by the community Jesus forms . In the call of "Simon, who is called Peter, and his brother Andrew," the gospel-writer sees the kingdom taking shape and becoming a community of disciples. First there is the Word with its empowerment: "Come after me, and I will make you fishers of men." Next tiiere is the graced response: "At once they left their nets and followed him." The same pattern is repeated withZebedee's boys. For Matthew, Jesus and his ministry pass over into the Church community of believers who only as such hear witness to God's intervention and liberation. I Corinthians puts it with inescapable clarity. To the people who took sides, played favorites, and admitted no other way

of doing things but their own way, Paul writes: "1 urge you, brothers and sisters, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree in what you say, and that there be no divisions among you, but that you be united in the same mind and in the same purpose." He continues by emphasizing that it is only Christ who reconciles all of us and only he can overcome the centrifugal force of sinful factions: "Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Or were you baptized in the name of Paul?" The sacramental experience of the water-bath of initiation makes us all only Christ and peels off all labels we might wish to use to revert to our former behavior. Our Sunday assembly throug h Word, Eucharistic Meal, and each other identifies us with God's action accomplished in Christ and prolonged by the Holy Spirit in us. This action gathers us together, enables us to heal our sad divisions, and to reach outward to our world with a witness that is credible. This week we have concluded a week of prayer for Christian unity. The scandal of a divided Christendom moves us to pray, to confess our sins, and to look for a way of coming together. Our own parish communities feel the power of Sunday assembly when factions and rivalries are no longer accepted as the order of the day and attempts are constantly being made to unite diverse people in the common experience of Jesus the Lord. Matthew, Paul, the Eucharist insist upon a united witness from a united community. Dare we tolerate anything less? Questions for Small Communities What are the chief divisions in our group, in our parish? How can we be agents of healing? Father David M. Pe tting ill is assistant to the moderator of the curia and parochial vicar at St. Emydius Pa rish, San Francisco.

Renewal within ritual elements: Music of the preparation rites "Take Lord, Receive all of my gifts and talents... " the song published in "Glory and Praise" b y Oregon Catholic Press, now out of use in many parishes, had a good goal in mind: craft and lead music that speaks to the ritual action. Another piece for this rite, composed by Joe Wise and published in 1966 entitled , "Take Our Bread ," likewise is sensitive to the ritual actions of this moment in the liturgy. The problem? Some ritual music can be abused! This music has been so overused over the years that for many it has lost its appeal and its power to communicate the meaning of the rite, which with this music has become trite! The evidence for this can be seen die lack of publication in many current hymnals, hi light of this cry for creativity and concurrent respect for the rituals, we must ask ourselves what can we do to renew our approach to the altar of the living God? First of all, we should consider what it is we are there to offer to God. In this regard we must look at the prayers and ritual actions themselves, which constitute the rite of offering and then determine what ritual, music will serve the rite well. We must caution ourselves from falling into the temptation as musicians and simply "fill musical slots" without properly reflecting both on the repertoire and the ritual. Complicating our consideration is that we might be tempted to focus so intently on the ritual itself, that we may miss the feast, the day or even the time of day and these influences withinthe liturgy. Technically, we may be serving the rite but the ritual music itself may detract from its power. Even given this, we must see

Father Jim McKearney, S.S. the insight of 'Take Lord Receive" and 'Take Our Bread" as a valid one, but we must view it with the other insights as well. What will help us is what the documents say about music in the rite of preparation. One option is actually one that we rarely consider in parish ministry. I speak of what is mentioned in the document "Music in Catholic Worship " of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops, which calls for instrumental music as the

musical part of the rite. This option is especially helpful if the liturgy has been laden with much singing. Instrumental music has a way of serving the ritual flow in order that the assembly may attend to the beauty of the entire rite. For example, consider tliat processions are to be seen! The procession of the gifts includes the offering of the people and these offerings are hard to make if we are busy singing a through-composed hymn every Sunday ! Let us think creatively as music ministers reflecting on the sounds of the season, the music of the Church and .the call of the rites. In addition to singing our old favorites let us bravely ask, what are die songs, chants and instrumental themes of the season or day? Instead of singing "Take Our Bread," we may wish to use an instrumental composition based on the psalm of the day. For example, during the Easter season psalm 118 is sung: It seems entirely logical and liturgical to sing as we offer the gifts, "this is the day the Lord has made let us rejoice and be glad!" If it is discerned that instrumental music can be more effective with a repetition of the psalm response, then move in that direction. The psalm is flexible unlike a gathering song outside of the gathering rite. Another way to free the congregation to watch, and pray through the rite is to utilize choral music. This and other options will be the topic of our next exploration.

Suplician Father James McKearney is director of music f o r St. Patrick Seminary, Menlo Park.

Lenten fast: Letting go of violence, apathy, not just eating less By Catholic News Service WASHINGTON (CNS) — This Lent, Catholics should fast not only from food but from violence , apath y and sin, said Father James P. Moron ey, executive director of the U.S. bishops ' Secretariat for Liturgy. In a reflection on Ash Wednesday he said the cross of ashes Catholics receive on their forehead this Feb. 13 may remind them of the "ashes before our eyes too often these past six months " from the grim destruction at the World Trade Center and the Pentagon. While ashes "conjure up death and darkness and the end

of things," he said, Catholics are marked with ashes at the start of Lent "so that each of us might turn from all that is earthly, dark and sinful and return to the Gospel of life." The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops posted Father Moroney 's reflections Jan. 15, along with other Lenten resources, on its Web site, www.usccb.org. He described Lenten fasting as more than just eating less. "By letting go of the food and pleasures we do not really need, we participate in Christ 's self-emptying in becoming man and in dying upon the cross. ... An empty stomach makes room way deep inside — room for God, room for prayer," he said.

Father Moroney called Lent a time for letting go of bad habits and regaining good habits. He suggested fasting in a more comprehensive sense , fasting from sin, from ignorance, from violence — physical and verbal — and from "the apath y which refuses to use the gifts God has given us." "The ash-smudged cross preaches to a world which hungers for peace, for truth and for freedom from fear," he said. "The cross," he added , "proclaims that only by fasting from injustice and superfluous bounty can we find true peace. That onl y by fasting from violence and sin can we find real truth. That only by fasting from apathy and dark selfishness can we be freed from fear."

Marv and Islam

A p rivileged p lace not only to Jesus but to his mother

B y Brother John M. Samaha , S.M. Recent events have aroused new interest in Islam and the Qur 'an , its sacred book. Qur 'an means literall y a book , a reading, a recitation; and is sometimes less accuratel y transliterated from Arabic to English as Koran. Among the queries raised concerning the Qur ' an is the place Mary the Mother of Jesus occupies in Islam.. For the past two millennia peop le have given many faces to Mary, Some of the mosl impressive images of her are found in the Qur 'an. And amp le evidence exists to indicate that the sources for the Marian references in the Qur 'an are found in early Judaic and Christian traditions. Muslims believe the Qur 'an has a mysterious origin. It is the word of God that brings deliverance to those who believe in it. It enlightens the soul. It is the "guarded tablet " that no one can imitate. It is the new Revelation "in the Arabic language " that came to "confirm " previous revelations contained in the Torah and the Gospel. This is the reason Jews and Christians are called "People of the Book. " In the Hebrew Scripture (Old Testament) the prop hets are considered bearers and interpreters of God' s Word, God's instruments. They transmit the divine message by human means. Christians , in contrast , regard Jesus as the Eternal Word who did not come "with a book," and remains a living and active Person. The central idea of the Qur ' an is that everything comes from God (Allah in Arabic), the universal Creator , and everything returns to God. God is the Creator of the universe , angels and demons , and of all persons. Throug h the prophets God spoke to the peop le and taug ht them the laws of human conduct and of worship. For reward or for retribution in the life to come he will raise them up for judgment. The Qur 'an explains that God wishes to reveal himself to people. The Qur ' an mentions the Torah and the Psalms, recognized as books of earl y revelation , and the Gospels. In the Muslim view the Qur 'an was given to complete and confirm the truths of these earlier books. It states that the prop hets preached the One Only God, and that two of the prop hets, Adam and Jesus , were born by direct intervention of the Creator. The Qur 'an also records other humanly impossible conceptions that were announced by angels: those of Abraham and Sara, of Zachary and Elizabeth , and Mary the Mother of Jesus. Mary and her son Jesus the prop het hold a privileged p lace in the Qur 'an. She is the onl y female whose name is cited. While other females are not named at all, Mary 's name is repeated frequentl y. The expression "Jesus son of Mary " appears 13 times, and "Jesus, the Messiah , son of Mary " is found three times. About 45 times we find. Mary 's name or references to it. According to the Qur 'an God made Mary and Jesus a sign , a witness to faith: "And We made the son of Mary and his mother a portent " (S.23:50; S.2L91). Three suras (chapters ) in the Qur 'an bear titles recalling various aspects of Christian tradition: Sura 3, The

Famil y of 'Imran; Sura 5, The Holy Table, concerning imagery recalling Jesus ' miracles; and Sura 19, Mary, giving prominence to Mary and Zachariah. In general, the Qur 'an focuses on two particular events in the life of Mary : her birth and her time in the Temple. "The angels said: 0 Mary ! Allah has chosen thee and made thee pure and has preferred thee above all women of creation " (S.3:42). The same God who has chosen Adam, Noah, and the families of Abraham and Tmran also chose Mary. The texts indicate three points clearly: Mary is favored; she is pure ; she is chosen over all women of the world. In comparing Marian texts of the Qur 'an with Christian sources we find some close similarities with the "Protoevangelium" of James and other apocryphal writings. God chose Mary and prepared her for an important mission, "to adore and pay homage" (S.3:43). Mary was chosen to be a messenger of God and to bear a child through the Word of God rather than normal intercourse. As their Christian counterparts did with the Bible, Muslim commentators embellished the Qur ' an. Muslim stories about Mary are based on the same apocryphal.

stories believed by Christians in countries where Islam rep laced the Gospel. The important point in Mary 's genealogy for Muslim exegetes is that her family is from David ' s lineage , because Islam places great importance on pure lineal descent from the prop hets. Nothing is said about Joseph in the Qur ' an, but he has a place in the Muslim tradition. Mary 's Annunciation holds special signifi cance in the Qur 'an , especiall y in suras 3 and 19. Sunni , Shi'ite , and Sufi commentators all express profound reverence and deep appreciat ion for Mary. Althoug h the vocation and mission of Jesus , and Mary 's association with him , are nol as clearly stated in Islam , as in the Gospels , especiall y Luke 's, these beliefs are found in the Qur 'an or indicated in commentaries. Both the Qur 'an and the entire Muslim tradition consider Mary the most blessed and prominent of women. This belief reaches back to Muhammad as noted in "Musnad" by Ibn Harihal . The founder of Islam placed Diary above even his daug hter Fatimah , who , he said , would have been hi g hest among women were it not for Mary. The Qur 'an is clear that Mary was born without sin, and that Jesus son of Mary was born of a woman who had no relations with a man, since the common reference to a man is as son of his father , not of his mother. Christianity and Islam are both missionary faiths originating among Semitic peop les. They have this in common: belief in one God , who is just , mercifu l , omnipotent , omniscient , and who \ {', acts in history. Accepting Jesus as prop het and I Messiah , Islam thus elevates his mother, Mary, to a Âť* special position and role. Since some Qur 'anic statements about Mary do not exist in the New Testament , scholars look for other Christian sources in existence at the birth of Islam. The influence of canonical Christian Scripture on the Qur 'an and Islam is minimal , but the apocryp hal texts seem to have had considerable influence , especial ly the "Protoevangelium. " Even though Christianity and Islam grew from the same Near Eastern monotheistic tradition , and even though from its inception Islam recognized the common heritage â&#x20AC;&#x201D; acknowledging both the virgin birth and Jesus as prophet â&#x20AC;&#x201D; Muslims reject the divinity of Jesus. The strong aversion of the Qur 'an to Jesus being the Son of God might be attributed to the fact th at its sources were removed from the truth of the Gospel. Islamic unfamiliarity with the divinity of Jesus and the Gospel mi ght contribute to its anti-Christian attitude. While Islam seems unwilling to delve deeper into Qur 'anic textual sources, the similarity between the Qur 'an and Christian Scripture might serve as the springboard of a fruitful journey of dialogue. And mutual understanding of Mary might be a bridge. Brother John Samaha is of Lebanese parentage. His students while teaching in Lebanon included Muslims, and he has worked in the Maronite and Melkite Catholic rites.

Determining a charitable organization's legitimacy

Father John Dietzen Q. / have been sending donations to an organiza tion f o r a long time, thinking it is a Roman Catholic group . Could you p lease let me know if it is and how the money is distributed? Some news about fraudu lent organizations has made me want to be sure that I am help ing someone with the money I send. (Mississippi) Your concern is legitimate ; not every establishadvertises itself as Catholic (or oth er relig ious that ment or charitable group) is authentic. It 's good to know where your financial assistance is going. Obviousl y, it is impossible for me to give you background on every deserving or undeserving association that you hear from. But two avenues, at least , are open for you.

First, the chancery office of your diocese will be able to inform you if a particular group is an official Catholic organization and in general what their purpose or mission is. Even better is to contact the chancery of the diocese in which the group is actually located. The chancery office is located in the city where your bishop resides. Your parish office will be able to give you the phone number and address. Second, write to the organization itself at the address they give you. Tell them of your concerns , and ask them to send you their Catholic credentials and how contributions are distributed. Aware of the concerns you mention , any legitimate charitable or missionary organization will be happy to answer your questions.

Q. My A lcoholics Anonymous groups like what we

call the Serenity Prayer. But none of us know where it came from. Someone said it was written by St. Francis , but no one knew for sure. (Ohio) A. The Serenity Prayer is one of those invocation s that could probabl y be traced to many sources throug h the centuries. As we have it today, however, it seems to

have been authored by the renowned Protestant theologian Reinhold Niebuhr, who died in 1971 . In 1934, about the time Alcoholics Anonymous was founded , he wrote a prayer, the first part of which is the familiar Serenity Prayer. The whole prayer , however, is such a source of wisdom and hope it is worth repeating: "God, grant me serenity to accept the things I cannot change; courage to change the things I can ; and wisdom to know the difference, living one day at a time, accepting hardship as the pathway to peace. "Let me take, as he [Jesus] did , this sinful world as it is, not as I would hav e it; trusting he will make all things right if I surrender to his will. "May I be reasonabl y happy in this life and supremely happy with him forever in the next ." (A free brochure on ecumenism, including questions on intercommunion and other ways of sharing worship, is available by sending a selfaddressed envelope to Father John Dietz en, Box 325, Peoria, IL 61651. Questions may be sent to Father Dietzen at the same address, or e-mail: jjdiet zen @aol.com.)

Pope says doctrinal agency's work needs more acceptance By J ohn Thavis

Catholic News Service

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope John Paul II said recent pronouncements by the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith need deeper understanding and wider acceptance by the whole church. He said closer cooperation among Vatican agencies , bishops ' conferences , individual bishops and others engaged in the church' s work will help ensure that doctrinal decrees are accepted and applied to all areas of church life. The pope made the remarks in a talk Jan. 18 to the doctrinal congregation 's permanent staff and members from around the world , at the end of a four-day annual plenary meeting of the congregation. In recent years, the doctrinal congregation has issued ' a number of controversial documents on topics such as intercommunion , religious pluralism , ecumenism, the sacraments and healing ministry. At the same time, it has investigated the works of several theologians, in some cases requiring written corrections or clarifica-

tions because of doctrinal error or ambiguity. The pope did not address the substance of the congregation 's individual actions, but turned his attention to what he called the "deeper meaning " of the plenary meeting. "More intense communication and cooperation between the (Vatican) agencies, the bishops ' conferences and superior generals (of relig ious orders) is the first fruit we should invoke together in our meeting today," he said. He said that in general , the church' s life and work should be marked by "ongoing fraternal examination " and collaboration at every level, in which points of view are exchanged. In a wider sense, he said, the problem of transmitting fundamental truths — not just to Christians but to all people — has roots in several factors : the mass media's treatment of such tru ths , various historical situations, and the simple difficulty people have in accepting the "severe demands of evangelical language ." The pope noted that at its plenary meeting the congregation had begun discussing two new themes: the Eucharist and the churc h, and natural law. The pope

said he was heartened that the congregation was taking up the Eucharist as a topic; for one thing, he said, it would lessen the church' s focus on "less urgent ," organizational issues. He said the church needs to keep in mind that the Eucharist is a dramatic memorial of Christ 's sacrifice and must not be reduced to "a simple friendly encounter. " The pope pointed out that the theme of natural law has been an important one in his own recent encyclicals, which have warned that many modern societies are moving away from truth s inscribed in the human heart. He said the congregation 's reflections on the issue will be especial ly important to Christian legislators as they tackle questions of human rights and human dignityCardinal Joseph Ratzinger, head of the doctrinal congregation, reviewed its recent work in a speech to the pope. Cardinal Ratzinger said the progressive erosion of natural law "in contemporary society and in individual consciences had brought clear dangers and said his congregation was try ing to outline some effective remedies.

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Bishops to organize talks in country 'that has lost its way '

By Catholic News Service BUENOS AIRES, Argentina (CNS) — The Argentine bishops have accepted the government 's call to organize a national unity dialogue in a country "that has lost its way," said Archbishop Estanislao Karlic of Parana, president of the bishops ' conference. The archbishop was referring to the economic and political crisis that has led to deadly street protests , five presidents in two weeks , a default of foreign debt payments and a 40 percent currency devaluation. Bishop Juan Maccarone of Santiago del Estero said the church would be an active player, monitoring the credibility of the participants and offering its views about solutions , but Bishop Hector Cardelli of Concordia said he doubted that the church's voice would be heard . Archbishop Karlic said Argentina must "escape from the humiliation caused by so much corruption, deception and greed" and rebuild the country "from its foundations." He spoke Jin. 14 on national television following President Eduardo Duhalde's televised speech convoking the dialogue among government, political , labor, economic and business leaders to seek consensus solutions to the crisis. Duhalde, with the archbishop seated at his right , read his TV talk inside the St. Catherine of Siena Convent in Buenos Aires. About 89 percent of Argentina's 36 million inhabitants profess Catholicism.

The archbishop said that getting out of the current crisis involved creating new jobs , government and political reforms , fine-tuning justice , eliminating privilege and ending the "stealing of public funds and goods." The bishops offered to organize a national dialogue Jan. 8, after weeks of street demonstrations , food riots and looting left nearly 30 people dead. Demonstrators were protesting an unemployment rate of more than 18 percent , the bankruptcies of many companies and banking restrictions that virtually froze accounts. The protests led to the resignation of President Fernando de la Rua two years before the end of his term . Street protests continued as three interim presidents held office for several days each until the National Congress elected Duhalde to finish De la Rua 's term. Hours before Duhalde and the archbishop spoke Jan . 14, street demonstrators demanding food clashed with police at the main wholesale fruit and vegetable market in Buenos Aires. In his speech, Archbishop Karlic criticized the violent protests, saying dialogue was the only path to resolving problems. Bishop Maccarone, one of the three church representatives in the national dialogue, said earlier Jan . 14 that the bishops also would monitor the conduct of the participants and offer opinions. "We will witness to the loyalty or disloyalty of the players," he said. "We hav e a social doctrine that can help us make jud gments," he said.

io E A boy begs for change in the center of Buenos Aires Jan. 16.

Bishop Cardelli was cautious about the possible success of a~ national dialogue and the church' s influence. "The church is not listened to. It is only used as a last resort because of its moral value," he said shortly before the televised talks. "The people will feel accompanied by a word of comfort , but the situation will remain the same," he said.

Polish cardinal says he hid Solidarity members during martial law By Jonathan Luxmoore Catholic News Service

WARSAW, Poland (CNS) — A Polish cardinal has described how he helped hide Solidarity union leaders after the 1981 imposition of martial law and illegally stored large sums of money for the movement. "Martial law didn't only affect believers — we gave help and protection to everyone threatened with loss of freedom ," said Cardinal Henryk Gulbinowicz of Wroclaw. "Various Solidarity activists took refuge in my residence, and none were caught — thank God. Either the police didn 't want to catch them, or we were able to keep it secret," he told Poland's Rzeczpospolita daily newspaper in a January interview. Cardinal Gulbinowicz, 73, said he voiced immediate opposition to martial law when it was declared Dec. 13, 1981, and he looked for ways to hel p Solidarity members. He added that he had learned how to shelter fugitives and "never yield to fate" during the Soviet Army 's 1939-1941 wartime occupation of eastern Poland. "I intervened on behalf of the arrested and

interned, gave material help to those deprived of subsistence, and helped conceal wanted people," the cardinal said. "I didn 't know all the addresses where they were hiding — and for their safety, I didn 't want to," he said. More than 5,000 Poles were interned under martial law, whose imposition after 16 months of nationwide strikes and protests is seen by historians as having helped und ermine communist rule in Eastern Europe. Catholic leaders were praised for giving moral and practical support to members of Solidarity, which was outlawed by Poland's communist-dominated state assembly in 1982. Cardinal Gulbinowicz said several local Solidarity leaders also hid at a Wroclaw monastery with his approval, including Barbara Labuda, now a senior presidential aide, and Wladyslaw Frasyniuk, who currently heads Poland's opposition Freedom Union. He added that he hid a suitcase containing about $600,000 for Solidarity members behind a curtain in his residence and later returned it after illegally transferring the money into dollars. "Someone tipped off the secret police, which sug-

gests there were people, traitors, working for both sides in Solidarity," the cardinal said. "When summoned for interrogation, I denied having the money," he said. "They asked me to try to remember better, and I said I remembered well — I didn 't have the money. Then the secret police chief showed me a photocopied receipt with my signature. But I insisted this was no argument, since it wasn 't the original." The cardinal said he sent church observers to 180 political trials during martial law, lifted in July 1993, and organized the delivery of six tons of potatoes to an internment camp at Nysa. He said he was warned by a former secret police agent in 1984 prior to an assassination attempt. A retired interior ministry general is currently on trial for the attempt on Cardinal Gulbinowicz 's life. In a December survey in Poland's Gazeta Wyborcza daily, 49 percent of Poles said they thought the decision to impose martial law was "correct," compared to 27 percent who described it as "unjust." More than half agreed with the proposition that it had "saved Poland from civil war," although 57 percent believed it had also enabled the Communist Party to hang on to power.

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Praying, marching for life By Mark Pattison Catholic News Service WASHINGTON (CNS) — Cardinal Anthony J. Bevilacqua of Philadelphia told an overflowing crowd at the Jan. 21 Vigil Mass for Life in Washington that "neuUality is not an option" and "silence is not a choice" in the ongoing "crisis in the defense of human life." In his homily, Cardinal Bevilacqua said, "To be Christian means that no disciple of Christ can responsibl y take a 'prochoice' stand when the 'choice' involves the taking of innocent human life." Using "more direct language," he added, "it must be said that no one can consider himself or herself a true Christian who consciously supports abortion or euthanasia." The vigil Mass, held at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, is held the night before the annual March for Life, which itself is held to mark the anniversary of the Jan. 22, 1973, Supreme Court decision which legalized abortion virtually on demand. Cardinal Bevilacqua, who is chairman of the U.S. bishops' pro-life committee, told die story of Kitty Genovese, a young New York City woman who was fatally stabbed near her home in the early morning hours of March 13, 1964, as neighbors ignored her cries, "turned out their lights and slammed their windows shut. " Genovese 's name "would stand for Americans who were too indifferent, frightened or self-absorbed to 'get involved' and help a fellow human being in trouble. Thirty-eight neighbors witnessed the attacks, but did not come to her aid or even call the police." Cardinal Bevilacqua said he told the Kitty Genovese story "because when we are not vigilant and do not act in time of crisis, history repeats itself." He asked, "Will we be like those people who turned out dieir lights and slammed their windows shut when they heard

the cries of dying Kitty Genovese? What is at stake is not the life of one person , precious as that one life is, but of millions. Where is the outcry?" This was the 22nd year of the annual prayer vigil at the shrine. Shortly after the Mass started, Cardinal Bevilacqua paid tribute to Sall y Reynolds, the woman who came up with the idea of a prayer vigil the night before each march. Reynolds died on Christmas Day, but family members were at the Mass to hear the tribute. In 1981, the first year of the vigil, "fewer than 50 people" came to the basement church at the shrine, Cardinal Bevilacqua said. "They stayed awake all night praying for an end to abortion." This year, thousands filled the shrine, straining its capacity. Even 40 minutes before the Mass began, every seat in every pew was either occupied or saved. Many hundred s more fined the aisles and the side chapel areas, straining to see the Mass in the sanctuary or the EWTN telecast of the Mass on televisions placed throughout the shrine. Many of those at Mass were staying overnight at the shrine to pray or sleep. At the.end of Mass, Tim Goeghlin, a special assistant to President Bush , read a greeting from the president to those assembled at the Mass, welcoming them to Washington. "During these extraordinary times, we realize more than ever the beauty of life, the blessings of family and friends , and the enduring resolve , generosity, and compassion of Americans," Bush wrote in his message, dated Jan. 18. His message received applause. Bush 's father, former President George H.W. Bush , and the elder Bush's predecessor, President Ronald Reagan, had greeted those participating in the annual March for Life with either a message read from the podium at a rally preceding the march or through a video feed from the White House. This was believed to be the first time a sitting president's remarks had been given during a Mass.

Marchers rally to tell 'the tru th about abortion' WASHINGTON (CNS) — In the shadow of the Washington Monument , tens of thousands of marchers gathered to hear a diverse collection of political and relig ious leaders focused on one goal : "We are here to tell America the truth about abortion ," said Nellie Gray, founder of the annual March for Life. At the 29th annual observance of tire U.S. Supreme Court 's decisions legalizing abortion, President Bush spoke to the marchers via telephone from West Virginia, where he was visiting a manufacturing plant to talk about the economy. "This marks 30 years of marching for life," he said, "a great example of an inspiring commitment." "Every body there believes, as I do, th at every life is valuable ," he continued, "that our society has a responsibility to defend the vulnerable and weak, the imperfect and even unwanted; and that our nation should set a great goal — that unborn children should be welcomed in life and protected in law. "Life should never be used as a tool or a means to an end ," he said.

The president spoke of legislation he has backed and political actions he had taken to further the pro-life cause. But he drew the loudest app lause when he reconfirmed his commitment to banning human cloning. Cardinal Edward M. Egan of New York was among the major reli gious leaders who addressed the pro-lifers gathered on the monument grounds before they began their march to the Supreme Court. "We all are a mirror held up to divinity, made in God's likeness. How then can we tolerate the snuffing out of even one being?" he asked. Among the eight members of Congress who also addressed the crowd was Rep. Chris Smith, R-N.J. "If any of us," he said, "thinks we have done enough to counter the culture of death , we are onl y kidding ourselves. By our inaction we have become enablers. Abortion is child abuse in the extreme. It is violence. It is barbaric. If the president and pro-lifers in Congress really believe and understand this — it would radically change our agenda. "

Two vi gils are planned in the archdiocese to take place prior to the scheduled execution of convicted murderer Stephen Wayne Anderson Jan, 29. The Dominican Sisters of San Rafael will hold a vi gil at th eir center, 1520 Grand Ave., San Rafael. The Center will be open from 8 p.m. Jan . 28 until 12:30 a.m. for prayer, preaching and reflection , and those in attendance are free to come and go as their schedules allow during that time. Stephen Wayne Anderson is scheduled to be executed at 12:01 a.rn. on Jan. 29 at San Quentin, He is on death row for the 1980 murder of Elizabeth Lyman, a retired piano teacher, during a bungled burglary attempt, according to a press release from the sisters. In 2000, the sisters adopted a corporate stance calling for the abolition of the death penalty. The statement reads in part , "We, the Dominican Sisters of San Rafael, are committed to a stance of nonviolence. We hold a vision that reverences and affirms the inherent dignity of each person and work to transform attitudes and systems that deprive people of dignity. Therefore, we declare our opposition to the death penalty." In additi on, Most Holy Redeemer Church in San Francisco invites people of all faiths to a vigil at 9 p.m. on Jan . 28, at 100 Diamond St. A prayer service, including Scripture readings and Mr. Anderson 's poetry, will then be followed by a time for quiet reflection in the chapel of the Blessed Sacrament. More information is available from the sisters at (415)453-8303 and Most Holy Redeemer 's Peace and Justi ce Representative Rob Hopcke, (510) 548-7668, email : rob@symbolics.org. '

Mercy Sister Noel Riley dies at 78 Mercy Sister Noel Riley, a longtime teacher, died on December 29, at Marian Care Convent in Burlingame. She had been a Sister of Mercy for 57 years. Sister Noel was bom Georg ia Ann Riley in Los Angeles in 1923, the oldest of the four children of George and Clare Trabert Riley. She attended what was then called Conaty Memorial High School. After graduation in 1940, she attended Immaculate Heart College for one year before she entered die novitiate on July 7, 1941. Sister Noel began her ministry as an elementary school teacher, then moved to teaching high school. As one of the first faculty members at San Francisco's Mercy Hi gh School from 1952- 1965, she coached athletic teams, organized a photography club, and designed and purchased equipment for the chemistry and physics labs. At Russell College she chaired the science department and taug ht religion. During this time she obtained a bachelor 's degree, in physical science, master's degree, in chemistry and her secondary school teaching credential. In 1965 Sister Noel was appointed principal of Mercy High School, Burlingame, and served in that capacity for four years. She spent five years as assistant principal at Marian High School at Imperial Beach and later four years at Conaty Memorial High School where, in addition to teaching science, she organized a college and career counseling center. In the spring of her last year there , Sister Noel wrote the letter to the editor of the Los Angeles Times that considerably broadened her ministry. In a witty play on words, she entitled it, '"Getting a Big Bang Out of Creation Theories." She received a enthusiastic response as the article spread to several other publications throughout the country. She heard from doctors, lawyers, professors, pastors, scientists, editors and lots of friends and former students who were citing the newspapers in which the article appeared. In June of 1981 Sister Noel retired from secondary school teaching and began a five-year ministry in social justice, moving to Washington, D.C. where she interned at Network, a Catholic social justice lobbying group. "As a former student of Sister Noel," said Regional President Sister Judy Carle, at her funeral Mass, "I consider this to be my last assignment - from a teacher who remained a teacher for her entire life. The stud y guide that she left was her life, her commitment, her enthusiasm, her choices , her actions and her deep faith."

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Food & Fun Jan. 26: Fundraiser, luncheon and fashion show benefiting programs of San Francisco County Council of Catholic Women at Holiday Inn Golden Gateway. Call (650) 994-0858. Jan. 26: Archbishop Riordan High School's annual Crab Feed and Dance in the San Francisco school's gym. 175 Phelan Ave . across from City College. Begins with no-host cocktails at 6 p.m. with dinner/dancing-from 7:15 p.m. Tickets $37.50 per person include wine with dinner. Don't miss the fun! Call (415) 586-9190. Jan. 26: Super Bingo Night benefiting Most Holy Redeemer AIDS Support Group at 7 p.m. in Ellard Hall, 100 Diamond ST., SF. Admission $25 includes cards for each of the evening's 12 games. Food , beer, wine soft drinks , pull tabs , special games available. Call (415)863-1581. Feb. 1, 2, 3: St. Anne Parish Festival 2002 , 850 Judah Sf. between Funston and 14th Ave , SF. Food, games , music , dancing. Fri. 6 - 1 0 p.m.; Sat. noon - 9 p.m.; Sun. 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. Call (415) 665-1600. Feb. 1: Join the Marin Catholic Breakfast Club for prayer, dialogue and a catered breakfasl beginning with 7 a.m. Mass at St. Sebastian Church, Sir Francis Drake Blvd. and Bon Air Rd., Greenbrae. Speaker today is St. Sebastian pastor, Father Ken Westray. Members $5/non-members $10. Dues are $15 annually. Reservations necessary. Please respond to sugaremy@aol.com or (415) 461- 0704 between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. Feb. 2: Annual Cioppino Dinner sponsored by Dante Council, Knights of Columbus , Sts. Peter and Paul Church on Washington Square , SF, beginning at 6:30 p.m. Parking available. Menu includes Cioppino, pasta , wine , coffee and dessert. For ticket information, call Al Cremolini at (415) 921-1704; Al Pieroni at (415) 931-1230; Ron Ricossa at (415) 922-9618. Feb. 9: First Purple and Gold Gala, a dinner, dance, silent auction benefiting Archbishop Riordan High School Scholarship Fund at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, Burlingame. Music by the school's Jazz Ensemble. Tickets $125 per person. Call (415) 586-9190. 3rd Sat.: Handicapables gather for Mass and lunch at St. Mary Cathedral, Gough and Geary St., SF, at noon. Volunteer drivers always needed. Call (415) 584-5823.

Returning Catholics Programs for Catholics interested in returning to the Church, have been established at the following parishes: St. Dominic , SF, Lee Gallery at (415) 221-1288 or Dominican Father Steve Maekawa at (415) 567-7824; Holy Name of Jesus, SF, Dennis Rivera at (415) 664-8590; St. Bartholomew, San Mateo, Dan Stensen at (650) 344-5665; St. Catherine of Siena , Burlingame , Silvia Chiesa at (650) 685-8336 , Elaine Yastishock at (650) 344-6884; Our Lady of Angels, Burlingame, Dorothy Heinrichs or Maria Cianci at (650) 347-7768; St. Dunstan, Millbrae , Dianne Johnston at (650) 697-0952; Our Lady of the Pillar, Half Moon Bay, Meghan at (650) 7264337; St. Peter, Pacifica, Shirley Bryant at (650) 355-5168.

Taize Prayer 3rd Tues at 8:30 p.m., St. Dominic Church , 2390 Bush St., SF. Call Delia Molloy at (415) 563-4280 3rd Thurs. at 7:30 p.m. at Vallombrosa Center, 250 Oak Grove Ave., Menlo Park with Sister Toni Longo 1st Fri. at 8 p.m. at Mercy Center, 2300 Adeline Dr., Burlingame with Mercy Sister Suzanne Toolan. Call (650) 340-7452; Church of the Nativity, 210 Oak Grove Ave., Menlo Park at 7:30 p.m. Call Deacon Dominic Peloso at (650) 322-3013. 3rd Fri. at 8 p.m. at Woodside Priory Chapel , 302 Portola Rd., Portola Valley. Call Dean Miller at (650) 328-2880 1st Sat. at 8:30 p.m. at SF Presidio Main Post Chapel , 130 Fisher Loop. Call Delia Molloy at (415) 563-4280.

Young Adults The Young Adult Ministry office of the Archdiocese can be contacted by phone at (415) 614-5595 or 5596 and by e-mail at wilcoxc@sfarchdiocese.org or jansenm @ sfarchdiocese.org. Join Two Tribes, young adults from the Catholic and Jewish tradition who meet to dialogue about their journeys of faith. Call Eric Suba at (415) 922-2364 or eric.suba@kp.org . San Francisco 's St. Agnes Parish, 1025 Masonic , SF and St. Agnes Spiritual Life Center, 1611 Oak St., SF announces talks and prayer opportunities. Call Chad Evans at (415) 487-8560.

Social Justice/Respect Life 1st Thurs.: School of the Americas Watch at 7 p.m. Call Judy Liteky at (415) 334-4770 or jliteky @ aol.com. 22nd of each month: Respect Life Mass at 8:30 p.m. in the chapel of Carmelite Monastery of Cristo Rey, Parker Ave. and Fulton , SF. Sponsored by the Respect Life program of the Archdiocese. All are invited. Call (415) 614-5572. Sat. 7:30 - 10 a.m.: Pray the Rosary Apostolate gathers for prayer at the corner of California and Baker St., SF. Call (415) 752-4922 for more information.

Prayer/Devotions Jan. 25: 16th Annual Interfaith Memorial Service for Victims of Abortion at 7:30 p.m. at Temple Baptist Church , 3355 19th Ave., SF near Stonestown Shopping Center. Held during the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity, the liturgy marks the 29 years since the legalization of abortion. Call (415) 614-5572. 2nd Fri.: Holy Hour for Priests at St. Finn Barr Church, 10:30 a.m. Includes talk by priest from Opus Dei with silent prayer and Reconciliation if desired. Followed by simple lunch in rectory. Call (415) 333-3627.

Family Life Introductory instruction for married or engaged couples about Natura l Family Planning, Billings Ovulation Method, is available by appointment from NFP consultant Gloria Gillogley. Call (650) 345-9076. Natural Family Planning classes on the Billings Ovulation Method of NFP are offered at St. Brendan Parish, Ulloa and Laguna Honda Blvd., SF. Call instructor, Jodi Mendieta, at (415) 285-3036.. Retrouvaille , a program for troubled marriages. The weekend and follow up sessions help couples heal and renew their families. Presenters are three couples and a Catholic priest . Call Peg or Ed Gleason at (415) 221-4269 or edgleason@webtv.net. Worldwide Marriage Encounter, a dynamic marriage enrichment experience designed to deepen the joy a couple shares. Call (888) 5683018. The Adoption Network of Catholic Charities offers two free information meetings on adoption and foster care on the 2nd Tues. of each month in San Francisco and on 1st Mon. in San Mateo at 7 p.m. Call (415) 406-2387.

Consolation Ministry Groups meet at the following parishes. Please call numbers shown for more information. Our Lady of Angels, Burlingame. Call Louise Nelson at (650) 343-8457 or Barbara Arena at

(650) 344-3579. Our Lady of Mt. Carmel , Redwood City. Call (650) 366-3802. St. Andrew, Daly City. Call Eleanor and Nick Fesunoff at (650) 878-9743; Good Shepherd, Pacifica. Call Sister Carol Fleitz at (650) 355-2593; St. Robert , San Bruno. Call (650) 589-2800. Immaculate Heart of Mary, Belmont. Call Ann Ponly at (650) 598-0658 or Mary Wagner at (650) 591-3850. St. Isabella , San Rafael. Call Pat Sack at (415) 472-5732. Our Lady of Loretto, Novato. Call Sister Jeanette at (415) 897-2171 .St. Gabriel, SF. Call Barbara Elordi at (415) 564-7882. St. Finn Barr, SF in English and Spanish. Call Carmen Solis at (415) 584-0823; St. Cecilia , SF. Call Peggy Abdo al (415) 564-7882. Epiphany, SF in Spanish. Call Kathryn Keenan at (415) 564-7882. Ministry for parents who have lost a child is available from Our Lady of Ange ls Parish , Burlingame. Call Ina Potter at (650) 347-6971 or Barbara Arena at (650) 344-3579. Young Widow/Widower group meets at St. Gregory, San Mateo. Call Barbara Elordi at (415) 564-7882. Information about children 's and teen groups is available from Barbara Elordi at (415) 564-7882.

Lectures/Classes/Radio-TV Mon - Fri. at 7 p.m.: Catholic Radio Hour featuring recitation of the Rosary and motivating talks and music with host Father Tom Daly. Tune your radio to KEST - 1450 AM "Mosaic ", a public affairs program featuring discussions about the Catholic Church today. 1st Sundays 6:00 a.m., KPIX-Channel 5. "For Heaven's Sake", a public affairs program featuring discussions and guests , 5 a.m. 3rd Sunday of the month, KRONChannel 4. Both shows are sometimes preempted or run at other times , please check listings. Produced by the Communications Office of the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

Reunions Feb. 10: 50th Anniversary reunion of St. Gregory School, San Mateo. School is seeking alumni/ae from all 50 years. Contact Cindy Stuart at (650) 570-0111 or Linda Schulz at (650) 3458098 or schulzcl@aol.com. April 5, 6, 2002: Class of '52, Notre Dame High School, San Francisco. If you have not been contacted, please call Patty Moran at (415) 861-2378. April 20, 2002: Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Elementary, Redwood City is looking for members of the class 1952 to take part in a reunion. Contact Julia Tollafield at (650) 366-8817 or development@mountcarmel.org. May 4, 2002: 40th reunion of St. Cecilia Elementary School's class of '62. Committee is still looking for missing classmates. Call Nancy Dito at (415) 661-2937. St. Peter 's Academy class of '65 is planning a reunion for 2002. Call Gloria Krzyzanowski at (650) 340-7469 or Linda Roberts at (650) 5493200.' Class of '42, St. Cecilia Elementary, will celebrat e 60 years in June '02. Class members should contact Norma Buchner at (650) 5834418. Holy Angels Class of 70 please contact Peggy McEneaney Hart at (650) 875-0793 or 877-8925. Class of '62 St. Thomas the Apostle will gather this summer. Contacy Peggy Mahoney at (949) 673-5624 or pegwhit@dellepro.com. Class of '62, St. Anne of the Sunset , call Steve Geramoni at (650) 637-1055/spgeramdni@aol.com or Mary Maher Balestriere at (650 593-3508/f rankbal@aol.com. Alums and family of alums of St. Isabella

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Volunteer Opportunities Help a child succeed in school and in life by serving as a tutor for two hours a week at Sacred Heart Elementary School , 735 Fell St., SF. Sessions take place Mon. - Thurs . from 3:30 5:30 p.m. Help welcome in a variety of subjects.Call Doug Pierce at (415) 621-8035 or Mary Potter at (415) 876-4811. St. Joseph's Village, a homeless shelter for families at 10th and Howard St., SF, is looking for dedicated office volunteers to answer phones and greet residents. If you are interested in volunteering, call Dewitt Lacey at (415) 575-4920. San Francisco 's St. Anthony Foundation needs volunteers as well as canned goods and other staples. Non-perishable foods may be taken to 121 Golden Gate Ave. M - F from 8"30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Volunteer candidates should call (415) 241-2600 or visit the web site at www.stanthonysf.org. Seeking enthusiastic men and women for the volunteer team at Mission Dolores Gilt Shop. Welcome visitors from around the world, distribute brochures , accept donations and assist in gift shop sales. You'll also have a chance to practice additional languages you may speak. Call Theresa Mullen at (415) 621-8203, ext . 30. SF's Laguna Honda Hospital is in need of extraordinary ministers including Eucharistic ministers and readers as well as volunteers to visit with residents and help in the office and with events . Call Sister Miriam Walsh at (415) 6641580, ext. 2422. Raphael House, a homeless shelter for families in San Francisco's Tenderloin District , is in need of volunteers to help with various tasks. Hours are 5:45 p.m. - 9 p.m. Call Carol at (415) 345-7265. California Handicapables , which provides a monthly Mass and luncheon to handicapped persons , needs volunteers including drivers , servers , donors, and recruiters of those who might benefit fro m the experience. Call Jane Cunningham at (415) 585-9085. St. Francis Fraternity, a secular Franciscan organization , needs volunteers to help with their 20 year old tradition of serving breakfast on Sunday mornings to their Tenderloin neighbors. Call (415) 621-3279. Maryknoll Affiliates: Bay Area chapter meets 3rd Sat. for two hours at Maryknoll House , 2555 Webste r St., SF to share community, prayer, and action on social justice and global concerns. Members occasionally do short periods of mission service around the world at Maryknoll locations. Call Marie Wren at (415) 331-9139 or mwen48026@ aol.com.

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2. Assistant Coordinator: Keeps trac k of the finances , prepares the library for Sunday, enters all videos on the computer for easy access for the teachers. 3. Volunteers: (about 25) who commit to one year at a time. They check the videos out and in and put them back in the proper shelves. The volunteers make the video library work with their wonderful suggestions and their great sense of responsibility. The videos are of great benefit for parents and people who were desperatel y trying to impart values to their families. St. Gabriel Library now has close to 500 titles including many old movies, sports performances , classic thrillers as well as the expected religious videos. We rely a great deal on the Oblate Media Office to keep us up to date with new titles and suggestions of videos that are working around the country. If you 're thinking this is a lot of extra work for a parish religious educator, you ' re right. It was ! Notice , the past tense! Now that it's up and running, I can 't tell you how much it has meant to the religious growth and development of both our school and our parish. People have an extra "resource" they can afford , and it's handy. The video library is an integral part of our parish religious education program. Teachers only need to look on their classroom computer and see what would be good for a lesson, pick it up and pop it in the VCR. Religious education teachers use the videos in their lessons or to culminate a unit. Parents use the videos to help them when they are babysitting their grandchildren. The video library is good and useful for all ages! It is a good idea. It is a team effort. Sister Bernice Garcia, O.P. has been a teacher, a principal , and for the last nine years, the Relig ious Education Directo r for St. Gabriel 's Parish in San Francisco. If you have any questions about starting a video library, email Sister Bernice at sgs@stgabrielsf com ' ' iiifnawrmw- i

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The story of Moses is retold in a beautifull y crafted animated feature that focuses on the oppression of the Israelites in Egypt and God's selection of Moses to lead them to the Promised Land, though younger children may find it an overwhelming experience with some harrowing scenes. An impressive animated spectacle re-creating its biblical-era story in compelling fashion, marred only by the artificiality of Stephen Schwartz 's songs. Some emotionally intense scenes. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops classification; A-U — adults and adolescents.

"Bambi" (1942)

Walt Disney 's classic animated feature conveys the simplicity, charm and excitement of Felix.Salten's novel, especially in its appealing characterization of Thumper, Flower and all the others who inhabit the young deer 's forest world. The story has some intense moments, notably the forest fire sequence and the death of Bambi 's mother, though in a context not beyond the resources of most young viewers, is A-I — general patronage.

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Touching animated tale set in 15th-century Paris where the cathedral 's deformed bell ringer, Quasimodo, rescues a kindhearted Gypsy from the clutches of his cruel guardian who raised Quasimodo as a monster unfit for human contact Comic characters, sprightly songs and a happily-ever-after ending to the colorful proceedings. A-I — general patronage.

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Walt Disney's animated feature about a cute little cocker spaniel in a Victorian family who loses her place in the couple 's affections with the birth of their first child but who is reinstated through the efforts of a freedom-loving mongrel. The cast of lovable dog characters and some deli ghtful songs by Peggy Lee still appeal to youngsters, A-I — general patronage.

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Finding the strength to recover from the pain of losing a loved one can be very difficult. Prayer and rituals can be powerful tools to transform your pain into peace. Presenters will be Barbara Elordi , Grief Care Coordinator of the Archdiocese of San Francisco, and parish Ministers of Consolation. The Eucharistic Liturgy will be part of the journey. For more information or mail registration , please contact Barbara Elordi at (415) 564-7882.

The Catholic Cemeteries Archdiocese of San Francisco

Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery 1500 Mission Road, Colma, CA 94014 650-756-2060

Holy Cross Catholic Cemetery Intersection of Santa Cruz Avenue, Menlo Park, CA 94025 • 650-323-6375 _

Mt Olivet Catholic Cemetery 270 Los Ranchitos Road, San Rafael, CA 94903 415479-9020

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CORPUS CHRISTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ST.ANTHONY-IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SCHOOL OF THE EPIPHANY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

MISSION DOLORES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

75 Francis St. 94112 (415) 587-7014 Fax (415) 587-1575 Web Site: www.corpuschristisf.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: January 25, 2002 through April 15-19, 2002

299 Precita Ave. 94110 (415) 648-2008 Fax (415) 648-1825 E-mail: icc@msjdominicans.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing (January 28, 2002 applications are available)

600 Italy Ave. 94112 (415) 337-4030 Fax (415) 337-8583 Web Site: www.sfepiphany.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: January 25, 2002 through March 15, 2002

3371-16th St. 94114 (415) 861-7673 Fax (415) 861-7620 Web Site: www.missiondolores.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Currently accepting applications for Fall 2002

HOLY NAME OF J ESUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ECOLE N OTRE DAME DES VICTOIRES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1560 40th Ave. 94122 (415) 731-4077 Fax (415) 731-3328 Web Site: www.holynamesf.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: January 25, 2002 - March 2002

659 Pine St. 94108 (415) 421-0069 Fax (415) 421-1440 Web Site: www.ndv.put.kiz.ca.us Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Februry 1, 2002 through September 2002

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OUR LADY OF THE VISITACION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SAINT ANNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

785 Sunnydale Ave. 94134 (415) 239-7840 Fax (415) 239-2559 Web Site: www.olvisitacion.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing

1320-14th Ave. 94122 (415) 664-7977 Fax (415) 661-6904 Web Site: www.stanne.com Grades: K-8 (Double Grades) Registration Dates: Ongoing

SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SAINT BRENDAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

735 Fell St. 94117 (415) 621-8035 Fax (415) 861-7039 E-mail: sacredheart9 @ hotmail.com Grades: K-8 Registrtion Dates: Through May 3, 2002

234 Ulloa St. 94127 (415) 731-2665 Fax (415) 731-7207 Web Site: www.stbrendansf.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Kindergarten - January; Grades 1-8 - anytime.

CONVENT OF THE SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SAINT BRIGID ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

DEMARILLA C MIDDLE SCHOOL

SAINT CECILIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 660 vincente st. 94116

2222 Broadway St. 94115 (415) 563-2900 Fax (415) 292-3183 Web Site: www.sacred.sf.ca.us Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Call, or e-mail heartÂ® sacred.sf.ca.us

135 Golden Gate Ave. 94102 (415) 552-5220 Fax (415) 621-5632 Web Site: www.demarillac.org Grade: 6-7 Registration Dates: Ongoing

STUART HALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2222 Broadway St. 94115 (415) 563-2900 Fax (415) 292-3165 Web Site: www.sacred.sf.ca.us Grades: PreK-8, boys Registration Dates: Ongoing

2250 Franklin St. 94 109 (415) 673-4523 Fax (415) 674-4187 Web Site: www.st-brigid.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: February

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Fax <415> 731"5686 Web Slte: www.stcecilia.com

Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Call the school office for information

_ ^ SAINT CHARLES BORROMEO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 3250 18th St. 94110 (415) 861-7652 Fax (415) 861-0221 Web site: www.sfstcharlesschool.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: February 6, 20 and 27, 2002

SAINT DOMINIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2445 Pine St. 94115 (415) 346-9500 Fax (415) 346-8001 Web Site: www.school.stdominics.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Starting January 27, 2002

SAINT ELIZABETH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

450 Somerset St. 94134 (415) 468-3247 / 48 Fax (415) 468-1804 E-mail: saintelizabethschool@usa.net Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing (January 21, 2002 applications are available)

SAINT EMYDIUS

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

301 DeMontfort Ave. 94112 (415) 333-4877 Fax (415) 333-3040 E-mail: stemydiusschool @yahoo.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: January 25, 2002 - May 31, 2002

SAINT FINN BARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

419 Hearst Ave. 94112 (415) 333-1800 Fax (415) 333-0177 Web Site: www.stfinnbarr.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing

SAINT GABRIEL

ELEMENTA RY SCHOOL 2550 41st Ave. 94116 (415) 566-0314 Fax (415) 566-3223 Web Site: www.stgabrielsf.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: January 25 - February 28, 2002

SAINT JAMES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

321 Fair Oaks St. 94110 (415) 647-8972 Fax (415) 647-0166 E-mail: aktabora@msjdominicans.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing

SAINT JOHN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

925 chenery st. 94131 (Glen Park) (415) 584-8383 Fax (415) 584-8359 Web Site: www.stjohnseagles.com Grades: K-8 (Extended Care AM & PM) Registraton Dates: Ongoing

SAINT MARY CHINESE DAY SCHOOL

910 Broadway St. 94133 (415) 929-4690 Fax (415) 929-4699 Web Site: www.stmaryschinese.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing

SAINT MONICA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

5950 Geary Blvd. 94121 (4i5) 751-9564 Fax (415) 751-078 1 Web Site: www.stmonicasf.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: January 25, 2002 through April 1, 2002

SAINT PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1690 church St. 94131 (415) 648-2055 Fax (415) 648-1920 E-mail: stpaulsceltics@yahoo.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing

SAINT PAUL OF THE SHIPWRECK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SAINT THOMAS THE APOSTLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1060 Key Ave. at 3rd St. 94124 (415) 467-1789 Fax (415) 467-0569 Web Site: stpaulshipwreck.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: January 25, 2002, Ongoing

3801 Balboa St. 94121 (415) 221-2711 Fax (415) 221-8611 E-mail: stthomasapostlesch@earthlink.net Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Beginning January 25, 2002

SAINT PETER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SAINT THOMAS MORE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1266 Florida St. 94110 (415) 647-8662 Fax (415) 647-4618 E-mail: SanPedroSF@Impresso.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: February 6, 2002 / March 6, 2002 / April 10, 2002 / May 8, 2002

SAINT PETER & PAUL

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

660 Filbert St. 94133 (415) 421-5219 Fax (4 15) 421-1831 Web Site: stspeterpaul.san-francisco.ca.us Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Currently accepting registration forms

SAINT PHILIP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

665 Elizabeth St. 94114 (415) 824-8467 Fax (415) 282-5746 Web Site: www.stphilipschool.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Applications accepted Jan. 25 - Feb. 28, 2002

SAINT VINCENT DE PAUL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

2350 Green St. 94123 (415) 346-5505 Fax (415) 346-0970 E-mail: svdp@svd psf.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Open and Ongoing

50 Thomas More Way 94132 (415) 337-0100 Fax (415) 337-1003 Web Site: www.STThomasMoreSchool.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Applications accepted beginning January 28, 2002

SAINT STEPHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

401 Eucalyptus Dr. 94132 (415) 664-8331 Fax (415) 242-5608 Web Site: www.st-stephen.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing

STAR OF THE SEA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 360 9th Ave. 94ii8

(415) 221-8558 Fax (415) 221-7118 E-mail: srcarroll@starsf.net Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Registration closes February 5, 2002

NOTRE DAME

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1500 Ralston Ave., Belmont 94002 (650) 591-2209 Fax (650) 591-4798 WeD Site: www.nde.org Grades: 1-8 Registration Dates: Now - March 2002

OUR LADY OF A NGELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

OUR LADY OF MERCY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1328 Cabrillo Ave., Burlingame 94010 (650) 343-9200 Fax (650) 343-5620 E-mail: cmeshinski@olas.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: May 2002

7 Elmwood Dr., Daly City 94015 (650) 756-3395 Fax (650) 756-5872 Web Site: www.olmcath.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Beginning January 25, 2002

OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SAINT JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

80 Wellington Ave., Daly City 94014 (650) 755-4438 Fax (650) 755-7366 E-mail: olphdc @ hotmail.com Grades: K-8, Extended Care Registration Dates: Onging

IMMACULATE HEART OF MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1000 Alameda de las Pulgas, Belmont 94002 (650) 593-4265 Fax (650) 593-4342 E-mail: mcpbihm@hotmail.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Through February 15, 2002

SAINT CATHERINE OF SIENA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1300 Bayswater Ave, Burlingame 94010 (650) 344-7176 Fax (650) 344-7426 E-mail: stcat@pacbell.net Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Grades 1-8 applications are open throughout the year.

HOLY ANGELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

20 Reiner St, Colma 94014 (650) 755-0220 Fax (650) 755-0258 Web Site: www.holyangelscolma.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing

50 Emilie Ave, Atherton 94027 (650) 322-1866 (MAIN #), (650) 473-4011 (Admissions Elementary), (650) 322-0176 (Preschool and Kindergarten) Fax (650) 322-7656 Web Site: www.shschools.org Grades: PreK-8 Registration Dates: Grades 1-7, March 8, 2002

SAINT RAYMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1211 Arbor Rd, Menlo Park 94025 (650) 322-2312 Fax (650) 322-2910 Web Site: www.straymond.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: January 27, 2002 through March 1, 2002

SAINT DUNSTAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1150 Magnolia Ave, Millbrae 94030 (650) 697-8119 Fax (650) 697-9295 Web Site: www.st-dunstan.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing till May 1, 2002

_ T ^NATIVITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1250 Laurel St, Menlo Park 94025

(650) 325-7304 Fax (650) 325-384 1 Site^^b www.nativityschool.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Beginning in January 2002

GOOD SHEPHERD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SAINT GREGORY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

909 Oceana Blvd., Pacifica 94044 (650) 359-4544 Fax (650) 359-4558 E-mail: goodshepp ac@hotmail.com Grades: K-8 Registraton Dates: Applications are being taken now

2701 Hacienda St., San Mateo 94403 (650) 573-0111 Fax (650) 573-6548 E-mail: lgrund @ stgregs-sanmateo.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: May 15, 2002

WOODSIDE PRIORY SCHOOL

SAINT MATTHEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

302 Portola Rd, Portola Valley 94028 (650) 851-8221 Fax (650) 851-2839 E-mail: strujillo@woodsidepriory.com Grades: 6-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing

OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

301 Grand St, Redwood City 94062 (650) 366-6127 Fax (650) 366-0902 Web Site: www.MountCarmel.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Kindergarten: Through Friday, February 15, 2002 Grades 1-7: Through Friday, February 22, 2002

SAINT PIUS

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

910 South El Camino Real , San Mateo 94402 (650) 343-1373 Fax (650) 343-2046 Web Site: www.stmatthewcath.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Applications January 25, ongoing

SAINT TIMOTHY

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1515 Dolan Ave, San Mateo 94401 (650) 342-6567 Fax (650) 342-5913 Web Site: www.sttimothyschool.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing

SAINT ROBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1100 Woodside Rd, Redwood City 94061 (650) 368-8327 Fax (650) 368-7031 Web Site: www.stpiusschool.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing

345 Oak Ave, San Bruno 94066 (650) 583-5065 Fax (650) 583-1418 Web Site: www.saintroberts.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Grades 1-8: May 28, 2002

SAINT CHARLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

ALL SOULS ELEMENTARY SCHOOT

850 Tamarack Ave, San Carlos 94070 (650) 593-1629 Fax (650) 593-9723 E-mail: Stcharlesschoolsc@stcharlesschoolsc.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Applications available January 25, 2002 and ongoing

479 Miller Ave, So. San Francisco 94080 (650) 583-3562 Fax (650) 952_ n67 Web Site : www.allsoulssf.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Through February 9, 2002

MATER DOLOROSA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SAINT VERONICA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1040 Miller Ave, So. San Francisco 94080 (650) 588-8175 Fax (650) 588-0426 Web Site: www.materdolorosa.net Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Application upon request after Janury 25, 2002

434 Alida Way, So. San Francisco 94080 (650) 589-3909 Fax (650) 589-2826 E-mail: stveronicaschool@yahoo.com Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing

SAINT RITA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SAINT ANSELM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

102 Marinda Dr., Fairfax 94930 (415) 456-1003 Fax (415) 456-7946 Web Site: www.strita.edu Grades:K-8 Registration Dates: Currently accepting applications

SAINT PATRICK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

40 Belle Ave, San Anselmo 94960 (415) 454-8667 Fax (415) 454-4730 Web Site: www.stanselmschool.com Grades: K-8 Registraton Dates: K until March 1, 2002 Grades 1-8 until June 1, 2002

SAINT ISABELLA

120 King St, Larkspur 94939 (415) 924-0501 Fax (415) 924-3544 Web Site: www.stpatricksmarin.com Grades:K-8 Registration Dates: March 15, 2002

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 1 Trinity Way, P.O. Box 6188, San Rafael 94903 (415) 479-3727 Fax (415) 479-9961 E-mail: cbergez @ marincounty.net Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Ongoing

OUR LADY OF LORETTO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

SAINT RAPHAEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

1811 Virginia Ave, Novato 94945 (415) 892-8621 Fax (415) 892-9631 Web Site: www.ollnovato.org Grades:K-8 -Registration Dates: March 1, 2002

SAN DOMENICO SCHOOL

1500 Butterfield Rd, San Anselmo 94960 (415) 258- 1900 Fax (415) 258-1901 Web Site: www.sandomenico.org Grades: PreK-8 Registration Dates:Ongoing

1100 Fifth Ave, San Rafael 94901 (415) 454-4455 Fax (415) 454-5927 Web Site: www.saintraphael.com . Grades: K-8 *Â¦ Registration Dates: Open

SAINT HILARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

765 Hilary Dr, Tiburon 94920 (415) 435-2224 Fax (415) 435-5895 Web Site: www.sthilary.org Grades: K-8 Registration Dates: Grades 1-8 due April 8, 2002

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS: WHERE FAITH AND KNOWLEDGE MEET

Catholic Schools Week, 2002

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Catholic Schools convey, instill , and promote the faith daily to students. The need for faith-filled witnesses in the midst of declining mora l values is critical. Our elementary schools are communities of faith. Faith, hope, love, respect , and self-discip line are underp inning values that support these communities. This year 20,569 students are being fo rmed in these values that call all to embrace God-centered lives. Learning takes p lace in environments that are permeated by Gospel values. Students learn in a climate that nurtures sp iritual and social development as well as Intellectual growth. We salute the dedicated educators who contribute so much to the vitalit y of tin s special ministry . Co-Superintendents of Catholic Schools

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Notice of Nondiscriminatory Policy as to Students The Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of San Francisco, mindful of their mission to be witnesses to the love of Christ for all, admits students of any race, color, national and/or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded to or made available to students at the respective schools. San Francisco County: Elementary Schools: Convent of the Sacred Heart, Corpus Christi, Ecole Notre Dame des Victoires, DeMarillac Middle School, School of the Epiphany, Holy Name, Mission Dolores, Our Lady of the Visitacion, Sacred Heart, St. Anne, St. AnthonyImmaculate Conception, St. Brendan, St. Brigid, St. Cecilia, St. Charles Borromeo, St. Dominic, St. Elizabeth, St. Emydius, St. Finn Barr, St. Gabriel, St. James, St. John, St. Mary Chinese Day, St. Monica, St. Paul, St. Paul of the Shipwreck, St. Peter, St. Philip, St. Stephen, St. Thomas More, St. Thomas the Apostle, St. Vincent de Paul, Sts. Peter & Paul, Star of the Sea, Stuart Hall for Boys. Secondary Schools: Archbishop Riordan High School , Convent of the Sacred Heart High School, Immaculate Conception Academy, Mercy High School, Sacred Heart Cathedral Preparatory, St. Ignatius College Preparatory, Stuart Hall High School. Marin County: Elementary Schools: Our Lady of Loretto, St. Anselm, St. Hilary, St. Isabella, St. Patrick, St. Raphael, St. Rita, San Domenico Lower. Secondary School: Marin Catholic High School, San Domenico Upper School. San Mateo County: Elementary Schools: All Souls, Good Shepherd, Holy Angels, Immaculate Heart of Mary, Mater Dolorosa, Nativity, Notre Dame Elementary, Our Lady of Angels, Our Lady of Mercy, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel, Our Lady of Perpetual Help, St. Catherine of Siena, St. Charles, St. Dunstan, St. Gregory, St. Joseph , St. Matthew, St. Pius, St. Raymond, St. Robert, St. Timothy, St. Veronica, Woodside Priory. Secondary Schools: Junipero Serra High School , Mercy High School, Notre Dame High School, Sacred Heart Preparatory, Woodside Priory High School. The Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of San Francisco do not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, and national and/or ethnic origin, age, sex or disability in administration of educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE For scholarship information please contact the schools of you r choice. :

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