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Diocese eyes youth to 'rebuild culture of life' By DAVE JOUVET
former player at the University of Michigan. The former NFLerworked NORTH DMTMOUTH - For closely with the late Cardinal John nearly one year, James A. 0' Connor on Pro-Life issues dealing McNamee, diocesan superintendent with youth. , .. \\. ~. \. The program is comprised of four ofschools, Marian 1. Desrosiers, assistant director of the diocesan Pro- components, asking the students to: Life Apostolate, and a team ofdioc- try to do what is right, even when it is esan educators have researched, difficult; give themsel~es only to that J planned and developed a new pro- special person they marry as their \, gram to add to the seventh- and partner for life; respect the lives of . \, .. eighth-grade curriculum in all dioc- others, especially the unborn and eld-. I.., ~ L. l erly;' and to not make excuses when esan parochial schools. The program is called, ''That's they fail, but to get up and try again. Godfrey has utilized the program Where I Live, A Guide to Good Relationships," and is expected to be in other areas of the country with introduced to students and their par- great success. In the Fall River dioents this COining January. The goal is cese, a pilot program was instituted to enforce within the students a solid at Holy Family-Holy Name School, New Bedford foundation of with positive rebuilding values with regards to "When. we look into our sults. "This prolife issues. own hearts, changes can gram will not "The diocesan Education take place -changes in our simply be a pass! Departmentcon- points of view about abor- fail type course, tinually re-evalu- tion, euthanasia, chastity. but rather it will By MIKE GORDON ribbon-cutting ceremony and bless the new wing said ates the curricu- When these changes take encourage stuANCHOR STAFF a few words to the gathering of friends, staff and suplum offered to place, we can affect others." dents and their FALL RIVER - Saint Anne's Hospital observed porters of Saint Anne's after a prayer of blessing. parents to examours students," its first 25 years ofcancer care September 27 and held "I offer a word of congratulations on this wonder- Marian J. Desrosiers ine their ~lationsaid McNamee. a ribbon-cutting cer- .--:::---, ful occasion," said the ship with God," ''This new proemony for its new bishop who called the said Desrosiers. gram is a result Wilson W. Curtis On. "'" . new wing a "fabulous of an appraisal of what we feel our ''When someone knows whall their . cology Wing, a facility." students need to effectively under- relationship with God is about, they 7,000-square-foot, He went on to stand and follow the teachings of the can expand that relationship to their $1.4 million facility thank the Curtis famCatholic Church on life issues." parents, family and society. It will be designed to accomily, all the hospital's McNamee added that ''For the Love a prayer-based program. . modate an increasing many generous beneof Life," a pastoral letter written by . "When we look into our own factors and the comnumber ofcancer paBishop Sean P. 0' Malley, OFM Cap. hearts, changes can take place tients. munity for their supin October of 2000, provided a focal changes in our points of view about The opening of port of Saint Anne's. abortion, euthanasia, chastity. When point for the new program. "The wonderful the new wing is part Bishop O'Malley asked these changes take place, we can afofthe HudnerOncolwork being done here McNamee and Desrosiers to join fect others. In addition, these changes ogy Center expanis an inspiration to us forces in this endeavor. "One of the can enhance the parent-<:hild relationsion and is another all. God bless Saint primary focuses was to be sure there ship:' step forward in bringAnne's Hospital," the While the course will supplement, was a consistency of what our stuing advanced oncolbishop said. dents were being taught in school," not replace, current religion classes, ogy care to the resiThe HudnerOncolsaid Desrosiers. ''We discovered a the goal is to incorporate the program dents of the Fall ogyCenterwasnamed few gaps in that consistency regard- into all areas ofthe students' academfor Harold K. Hudner, River diocese and ing life issues. Those are the issues ics. southeastern Massaa Swansea attorney "It will be implemented in varithe new program will.address." who served as a hoschusetts. The program was designed by ous ways into science class or EnBISHOP SEAN P. O'Malley, OFM Cap., blesses pital trustee for nearly Bishop Sean P. Chris Godfrey, president and founder glish class," added Desrosiers. ''That O'Malley, OFM the new Wilson W. Curtis Oncology Wing of Saint 50 years. It was made of Life Athletes, Inc., a member of way, students will realize life issues Cap., who was on Anne's Hospital, Fall River. Pamela A. Curtis, daugh- Turn to page six the New York Giants' Super Bowl aren't only religious issues, but afhand to help in the ter and trustee, looks on. (Anchor/Gordon photo) Saint Anne's XXI championship team and a fect all aspects of their person." Tum to page J0 - Life EOrroR
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EAST SANDWICH - A few years ago, three Cape Cod women Rose E. Sullivan . saw the need for greater commuWilliam 1. Sullivan nication among the region's ProMargaret M. Sullivan For your home or business. I Life groups. . 508·672·2391 I Pat Stebbins and Dorothy I Peluso of Corpus Christi Parish here, and Claire Twitchell of I Christ the King Parish, Mashpee, Plumbing & Heating I met to discuss how a representaEst. 1920 Lie. 10786 HEATING~ I tive group could help strengthen Sales and Service for Domestic and Industrial I individual committees, share reOil Burners "The Experienced I sources and ideas, and become a Plumbing People" united Pro-Life presence on Cape I Cod. Providing a Full Line of 2283 ACUSHNET AVENUE I Plumbing & Healing Services I From those meetings emerged NEW BEDFORD L ~L~I~ .!.w~s~ ~M~S~ .J the Cape Cod Pro-Life Alliance (CCPLA), a group now consisting of representatives from 12 Cape parishes. Our Lady's Haven, a .117-bed long tenn care and rehabilitative CCPLA representatives are facility, sponsored by the Diocese of Fall River, is seeking a chosen by their pastors, or may Director of Pastoral Care. volunteer and become appointed IF YOU HAVE: by their pastors. ··A Bachelor's degree with a background in theology "I've never met a group of more dynamic, passionate activ• Certification by the NACC complete or in progress • Participation in or completion of an accredited pastoral ists as these," said Stebbins, cureducation program and ecclesiastical endorsement rent CCPLA cHairperson. "This • Strong orgimizational, team building and group wants to get things done." communication skills She also expressed appreciation • Experienced in health care preferred for the ongoing support and interest of Cape Cod pastors, withRESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: out whom "we would not be able Developing and implementing programs that provide spiritual to make so much progress." support, growth and development for residents, family and staff. Essential to the success of the We-offer: CCPLA is the dedication of its Competitive compensation and benefits package in addition member to attend meetings every to a positive, energetic work environment. . two months, or send an alternate, to bring back to their parishes If interested, please send your resu.me by mail, fax or e-mail to: details of the gatherings. AdministratQr, Our Lady's Haven . The sharing of ideas and ex71 Center Street, Fairhaven, MA 02719 periences has resulted in an inFAX 508-997-0254 creased awareness and interest in E-mail mbenefides@dhfo.org EOE activities such as Masses of Remembrance, programs about abortion, euthanasia and assisted suicide and fund-raising. Also attributed to the formation of the CCPLA is an increased partici-
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ics such as Hospice Care, the Health Care Proxy document and the Catholic Church's position on euthanasia and assisted suicide. The presentations are tentatively scheduled for late winter or early spring. . . Additionally, the group has sent bulletin notices to all Cape par.ishes urging parishioners to lobby" legislators to vote for the "Born Alive Infant Protection Act."
Anyone wishing more information about the Cape Cod Pro-Life Alliance can call Stebbins at Corpus Christi Parish at 508-888-0209.
Procession for Peace is October 8 FALL RIVER - Members 'of the Fall River diocese are invited to join Bishop Sean O'Malley, OFM Cap., in the annu;'ll proces: sion and Mass for peace on Monday, October 8, the Columbus Day holiday. As in previous years, marchers will meet no later than 5:45 p.m. at St. Mary's Cathedral, corner of Spring and Second Stree~s, Fall River, to march about a mile to St. Anne's Church. The procession will begin at 6:00 p.m. Marchers will carry candles, recite the rosary and sing Marian
hymns in various languages. At approximately 7 p.m., depending on the time it takes for marchers to arrive, the Mass for peace will take place at St. Anne's Church, which faces Kennedy Park at South Main and Middle Streets. The Mass for Peace will last about one .to one-and-one-half hours, with the entire ceremony concluding between 8:30 and 9 p.m. Disabled 'or elderly persons should proceed directly to St. Anne's Church, where a special area will be reserved for their use.
Boston Respect Life Walk slated for October 14 FALL RIVER - The annual Respect Life Walk to aid mothers and children will take place in Boston on October 14. Bishop Sean P. O'Malley, OFM Cap., diocesan Pro-Life leaders and hundreds of other diocesan pilgrims will participate in the march beginning at the Bos-
ton Common at 1 p.m. The greater Fall River Massachusetts Citizens for Life is sponsoring a bus tlip to Boston for the event.
For more information, call Rita Pavao at 508-672-8483, or call the diocesan Pro-Life Office at 508-997-2290.
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS Joe Vasta and Vito R. Morra of the Bishop Stang Council, South Dartmouth #4532, and chaplain, Father Mike Racine discuss plans for a statue of Mother Teresa to be dedicated at St. Mary's Church, South Dartmouth, October 28. It will serve to promote the gift of life.
Knights, parish to dedicate statue By MIKE GORDON ANCHOR STAFF
SOUTH DARTMOUTH Championing the Pro-Life cause is something the Knights of Columbus have always done. Recently several Knights from the Bishop Stang Council of South Dartmouth #4532 and their chaplain, Father Mike Racine, sat down with The. Anchor to share about a project they've been working on with a parish that does just that. The Knights and parishioners of St. Mary's Church, South Dartmouth will be dedicating a statue of Mother Teresa ofCalcutta on October 28 in recognition of her many years of devotion to the protection of the underprivileged, pregnant women, abandoned children and the dying. It will be located on the west side grounds of the church replacing a fallen tree, and the joint project between the Knights and parishioners of St. Mary's Church is something that pleases the Knights. "We're very proud of this project," said Knight Joe Vasta. He spoke about the importance of Mother Teresa's role in safeguarding God's gift of life and added that the statue "Will serve as a constant reminder of what she stood for." Knight Vito R. Morra agreed stating, "It's our way to do something for the unborn. It's for the protection of the unborn." The Knights of Council #4532 proposed a memorial promoting the gift of life about two years ago according to Father Racine. When that discussion reached Pastor Father Terence Keenan is was fully
supported, but he wanted the Knights to put up something more than just a stone marker. When the idea of the Mother Teresa statue was eventually brought to the council, members thought it was ideal and wondered how they could get started on it according to Vasta. "It's a very important thing," said Father Racine of the project. He added that the statue will serve as "a reminder of Mother Teresa's love," and she was chosen because of her "crusade for life," a crusade the Knights know much about. The two Knights and Father Racine stressed that this is a joint project with the parishioners of St. Mary's Church and it would not have been possible without the help and support of all. "We have to give credit to parishioners," said Father Racine. "We've received a lot of notes with monetary donations and it's successful because of the cooperation." Morra agreed and was also thankful of St. Mary's support. "The parishioners have been very generous and responsive to this effort," he said. Morra added the statue will belong t9 the chur~h and October 28 will be a memorable day for both St. Mary's and the Knights of Columbus. "We've been a very active council and we enjoy things like this," said Morra. "We're proud to leave this memory behind." Bishop Sean P. O'Malley OFM Cap., will concelebrate the 11:30 a.m. Mass on October 28 at St. Mary's and then bless the statue.
Pro-Life Mass to air on Sunday NORTH DARTMOUTH Father Stephen A. Fernandes, director of the Pro-Life Apostolate in the diocese, will celebrate the weekly TV Mass on Respect Life Sunday, October 7. The Mass airs at 8 a.m.
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Two days after-the horror of the Twin Towers, Pope John Paul II received the new United States Ambassador to the Vatican, James Nicholson. In receiving the fonnal credentials the Holy Father stated that he hoped the attack in the United States would awaken in all the world's people a finn resolve to reject violence. He stated that the Western democracies also face a spiritual crisis under the "advancement of a materialistic, utilitarian and ultimately dehumanized world view." He went on to share with the new ambassador the concept that in "facing the challenges of the future, America is called to cherish and live out the deepest values of her national heritage including respect for all of human life." In the light of manipulated and purposeful murder of so many people in the World Trade Center the reminder of the pope concerning the dignity of all life from conception until natural death becomes an imperative in the light of such tiuman tragedy. 'Dte termination of 'life in a collective act of terror is a reminder that an individual act of murder is a denial of the dignity and inalienable right of each and every human being. When thousands of lives are snuffed out before a media audience, the impact is mind-boggling. When a life is terminated ~y a clinical procedure it becomes a mere medical statistic. In the light of our present confusion, we must once more call to mind that when some lives are reduced to the individual and persona:! choices of others, no other value or right can be guaranteed. As the prospect of retaliation and warfare arise from the result of terrorism, the lives of people will become nothing more than a military objective. Given the gross weapons of war that now exist throughout our world, one wonders if a human has any chance of surviving the incipient destruction that in the long run is aimed to consume all of human life? No social order can escape the dread that could be unleashed on the human race given the forces of mass destruction that are stored in waITing camps. In this light can an individual pleading for. his life be heard? Yet it rises above the outcries for vengeance and death. Even though a whisper, the cry for life must be heard especially in our own land. We cannot reduce a person's right to life in mere utilitarian tenns. If we do, then all lose their freedom. As the.pope stated.to Nicholson, "Never has it been more right to reinvigorate the moral vision and .resolve essential to maintaining a just and free society." Within a single lifetime, it can be seen that modem warfare has brought immense material and moral havoc to our world. Today we once again stand on the verge of destroying the lives of countless men, women and children; the innocent and the guilty; the soldier and the terrorist. Yet the desire for peace is a driving force of the human heart. All those forces and feelings must compel us all to undertake a completely new reappraisal of war. We should not forget that each of us must realize that we路will have to render an account of our warlike behavior. If we are to respect all life, individual and collective then we must realize that the destiny of generations to come depends largely on the decisions that are made today. Let us sincerely pray that those who hold the power of life and death ad with a justice based on the common ideal that all mankind is made in the image and likeness of God. In concluding his remarks, the pope said, "I reiterate my hope that in facing the challenges of the present and future, the American people will rely upon the deep spiritual and moral resources which have inspired the nation's growth' and which remains the surest pledge of its greatness." .
A FATHER AND SON ATTEND MASS CELEBRATED BY POPE JOHN PAUL
RECENTLY. ABOUT 5,000 CATHOLICS AND JUST AS MANY ORTHODOX BELIEVERS ATTENDED THE OUTDQOR SERVICE. (CNS PHOTO FROM REUTERS)
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The consequences of fear's firm grip By FATHER EUGENE HEMRICK CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE
Fear often is justified. But if we allow our fears to control us, they can paralyze us and destroy our ability to think straight. Almost everyone in the United States is facing fear today after the recent terrorist attacks. These fears must be surfaced and addressed if we are to regain our composure. We fear that New York and Washington represented just the beginning of a period of terrorThe Executive Editor. ism in the nation that will last throughout our lifetime. We also fear a Third World War because the terrorism we experienced has been labeled an act of war. And we have other fears - the fear of losing a free and comfortOFFICIAL NEWSPAPER OF THE DIOCESE OF FALL RIVER able way of life, the fear of conPublished weekly by the Catholic Press of the Diocese of Fall River stant surveillance arid less privacy, and the fear that infr~structures P.O. BOX 7 887 Highland Avenue of all types will fall apart. Fall River, MA 02720 Fall River, MA 02722-0007 What we seek is inspirationTelephone 508-675-7151 FAX 508-675-7048 ideas. that move 'our hearts and E-mail: TheAnchor@Anchornews.org minds - and peace. But we know Send address changes to P.O. Box, call or use E-mail address that pe?ce does not come autoEXECUTIVE .EDITOR matically. Rev. Msgr. John F. Moore We're reminded of that at the EDITOR NEWS EDITOR OFFICE MANAGER front entrance to the U.S. CapiDavid B. Jolivet James N. Dunbar Barbara M. Rels tol where two Romanesque sculp-
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tures greet visitors. The sculpture pound our anguish. That may .of Peace stands to the right, the mean we need to heed the words sculpture of War to the left. of Franklin D. Roosevelt, who in The right hand of Peace is on a similarly difficult time reher breast, symbolizing a heart minded Americans that "the only that desires compassion and love. thing we have to fear is fear it. War stands erect and sure of him- ~lf: self, symbolizing strength. Call to remind the bewildered It is not by accident that Peace woman named Mary who was to stands opposite of War. become the mother of God. Do As the people' of the lJnited you remember that she was enStates confront the realities ofter- couraged to face her future by an rorism in what could prove to be angel who said, "Fear not"? That the greatest struggle the nation has message was repeated in the Upfaced in most of our lifetimes, per Room by Christ when the how can we best achieve peace? trembling apostles, not knowing Without.doubt, we need a uni- where to tur:n, were greeted with fied effort - within the country the same words, "Fear not." and with other countries - in When Christ appeared to the order to locate and prosecute ter- apostles, he not only sensed fear, . rorists. We need better security he squarely addressed il. So too, systems, and we need to re-ex e must we honestly face our fears amine our way of life. if we are to conquer them. Although we have been imThis is not easy because when proving our security, our confi- we face fear, we face the posdence in it has been shaken. We . sible death of everything dear to need reassurance. And although us. Yet, the only way to conquer we. try to live peacefully with fear is to look death straight in other countries, we need to re- the eye. examine the image they have of Once we free ourselves from us. this greatest of all self-concerns, But foremost, if we want peace we become what we need to be in we need to heal ourselves so that order to protect our freedom and we can act prudently and not com- to achieve peace.
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The terrorists within Nearly one month after the horrificevents ofSeptember II, the images continue to haunt us. Thousands are still buried in the rubble of the World Tradl;' Center towers, the Pentagon and the Pennsylvania countryside. No one can overlook the
Evil has deceived us from day one. "Then the Lord God said to the woman, 'What is this you have done?' and the woman said, 'The serpent deceived me, and I ate" (Genesis 3:13). That very same ser-
Millions of these little, victims' are not buried beneath the rubble of ruins - they are the rubble. Much like the victims of September 11, these little victims cannot fight back. Much like the victims of September 11, these little victims will never see ~ their enemy. Much like the victims of September evil. Thousands ofinnocent 11, these little victims fall prey to deceit and tricklives were wiped out in a single scheme. For the first /':: ' ,"':;:-, ery. Much like the victims time, terrorism reared its 'I ~ ......' of September 11, these little victims are alive one ....__B_Y_D_a_V_e_J_O_li_v_e_t_-f.__ ' minute, and dead the Or was it the first? next. .. much to the delight Have there been priorgrand scale pent routinely deceives women into of their evil foe. . terrorist attacks in this country that .terminating the very lives of their I am proud to be an American. I have taken thousands of innocent unbom children ... all in the name am proud of the way this country lives? In a word, YES. oftheir rights as a U.S. citizen. These has united. I am proud of this There are many references in serpents pervade the hearts and country's response to the taking of Scripture of the devil as a deceiver, minds of Supreme Court judges, thousands of innocent lives. a hidden enemy. Terrorism is the congressmen and women, senators, I pray we remain united. I pray brainchild of evil, and terrorists are doctors, nurses, counselors and civil this country will lead a successful not bound by nationalities or reli- rights groups. campaign to eliminate terrorism gions. "For many deceivers have These terrorists relay the message throughout the world. I pray that gone out into the world, those who to vulnerable women and men that the eyes of all will open to the daily do not acknowledge Jesus Christ as abortion is a legitimate option to terrorist attacks on the tiniest of our coming in the flesh" (Ephesians bearing a child. 1'hese terrorists American brothers and sisters. And 6:11). pluck millions of babies from the I pray that we will take action against For more than 25 years, deceit- safety and wamith of a mother's them. ful terrorists have infiltrated ourgov- womb with steel-cold hearts. These "Put on the full annor of God, ernment, our medical profession, terrorists guiltlessly wipe the blood so that you will be able to stand firm our moral fiber. These covert op- from their hands, ready for the next against the schemes of the devil" (2 erations have cost the United States attack. John 1:7). millions of lives in that span. But Americans have rights, yet, are Dave Jolivet is a former where's the outcry? Where's the not the unborn Americans? Oh yes, sports writer/editor and the curthirst for justice?Where's the unity? the terrorists attempt to deceive us rent editor of The Anchor. ComWhere's the search for a coalition to all, preaching the unborn are not yet ments are welcome at combat these murderous deeds? DaveJolivet@Anchornews.org. human, therefore have t:\o rights.
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Saint Anne's possible by a capital campaign that raised more than one million dollars through the generosity of many residents, business leaders and foundations including two major gifts from the Oliver S. and Jennie R. Donaldson Charitable Trust in the early 1980s. The Donaldson Trust has been used to support many cancer-related causes and pledged agift of$500,000 to help underwrite the new Wilson W. Curti~ Oncology Wing. Curtis was a long-time resident of Fall River and Swansea and served as vice chairman and founding trustee of the Donaldson Trust. He was also-active in the hospital's. joint planning committee and advisory committee in additi9n to serving in leadership positions with several church, civic and community organizations. His daughter Pamela A. Curtis, his wife Veronica and many family members attended the unveiling of -the new wing and Pamela said her father lived his life trying to improve the lives of others. "He believed and lived the idea that one person could make a difference," said Curtis who serves as a trustee. "He was rock solid. He made you feel safe. He has made a difference today and we are honored," she added. Mayor Edward M. Lambert Jr. offered a few words about the meaning of Saint Anne's Hospital to the
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community and was one of sevei-aI speakers including doctors Peter Deckers and C. Norman Coleman. The Wilson W. Curtis Oncology Wing provides facilities for oncology patients including new eXpimded patient consulting rooms, several private exam rooms, three private chemotherapy infusion rooms, a 10-bed infusion care area and specialized pharmacy and nutrition services. In 1976 the hospital had an outpatient medical oncology clinic and . helped 68 people diagnosed with cancer. Today the program has blossomed to become the area's most comprehensive oncology service and provides care to more than 2,500 area residents each year. The Hudner staffconsists of more than 80 medical, professional and support staff and includes 10 highly trained medical and radiation oncologists with credentials from some ofthe world's most prestigious universities and cancer centers. Hospital president Michael W. Metzler said it's another great day for Saint Anne's Hospital and they are very happy with the new wing. ''Advances in medications, protocols and technology will continue to make our cancer care better than ever," said Metzler. "Saint Anne's will continue to be in the forefront of providi~g high-level care. Thank you for helping our patients, families and friends."
Corpus -Christi Pro-Life" Committee has new leaders EAST SANDWICH - The Corpus Christi Parish's Pro-Life Committee begins a new season with a change in leadership. The group welcomed the appointments of Jessica Linehan as chairperson and Angie O'Grady as secretary for the group well known for its creative and active membership. Both women have young children and hope to attract more parishio-
ners of their generation to the· comFuture events include a "Mother mittee. Morning meetings with re- and Daughter Night," and a lecture freshments and childcare have en- on sexually transmitted disease, dancouraged more mothers with children gers of birth control pills and aborto join other longtime members. tion, and advantages of chastity by The Corpus Christi group has an a noted woman physician. active history of activities including A Christian Rock Concert for breakfast lectures, participation in Teens is also in the works. diocesan Essay Contests and in walks _ The Corpus Christi Pro-Life for life in Boston and Washington, Committee is a member of the Cape D.C. -Cod Pro-Life Alliance.
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DIRECTOR OF MUSIC A parish of approximately 700 families in the Taunton area seeks an individual with organlkeyboard experience knowledgeable in Roman Catholic Liturgy to lead its singing congregation and adult choir, provide music. for all parish liturgies and ~evelop the music ministry in other ways, (formation of a youth choir, cantor and song leader training, etc.) The right person must understand the position to be that of ministry and be willing to work with others. Additional stipend for weddings and funerals.. Interested persons should send resume (with references) including desired wages to:
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Moving toward a culture of life By CATHLEEN A. CLEAVER In the nearly 30 years since Roe v. Wade, the Church has educated people about the sanctity of life and the reality of abortion, provided care for pregnant women and their children, served those shattered by abortion, worked to adopt public policies that support and nurture life, and pounded the heavens with prayer. It's easy to overlook how much has been accomplished when something like the Supreme Court's Stenberg v. Carhart decision comes along, upholding the killing'of a partially-delivered child. But disappointment should not blind us to the very real progress which has been made. State legislatures are becoming increasingly Pro-Life. Forty-three Pro-Life measures were adopted in 2000, far more than the 27 state laws enacted to protect access to abortion. In the last six years, 262 Pro-Life measures have been implemented across the country. Planned Parenthood Federation of America's 127 affiliates "serve" women in 875 clinics nationwid.e at an average price of over $300 per abortion. Despite the financial rewards, an increasing number of doctors will not perform abortions or even train for them, and there has been a steady decline in the number of abortion providers since 1976. For many years the number of aboltions performed in this country hovered around 1.5 million annually, peaking at 1.6 million in 1990. In 1997, the latest year for which there are figures, the num-
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bel' was 1.328 million, representThe Pro-Life movement, meaning a 17.4 percent decrease since while, without the benefit of the 1990. The annual number of ~bor- glitzy PR firms and the enormous tions is still appalling but the fact budgets of the pro-abortion groups, that 300,000 fewer children will quietly goes about· the business of lose their lives each year is some- reaching out to serve the needs of thing to celebrate. disadvantaged pregnant women and As recently as 10 years ago, their children. More than 3,000 criabortion advocates were still claim- sis pregnancy centers have been esing that unborn children are not tablished around the country to proreally human beings, or if human .vide a range of services to moththen not really yet alive. Although ers, including clothing, baby supadvocates of abortion still refuse to plies, medical care, and even a place publicly admit that drug-induced to stay if necessary. Through the healing ministry of abortions end a developing human· life, today generally speaking there Project Rachel, about 140 diocesan is no longer serious dispute about offices offer one-on-one spiritual the humanity of the child or the fa- and psychological care to those who. tal reality of abortion. are suffering from an abortion exOver the last five years, more perience to help them find healing people have begun to identify for their deep spiritual wounds, and themselves as Pro-Life. A Septem-· . live again in the sure hope of God's bel' 1995 Gallup poll found that 33 forgiveness and of reunion one day percent of people identified them- with their child. A Project Rachel selves as "Pro-Life" while 56 per- Outreach Campaign launched by cent described themselves as "pro- the Bishops' Pro-Life Secretariat choice." In October 2000, people last year was so successful that, in who identified themselves "Pro- just three months, the number of Life" had climbed to 45 percent, people referred for Project Rachel while those who described them- counseling in the Archdiocese of selves as "pro-choice" dropped to 47 percent. Nurses Needed And while Americans are now almost evenly' split in the way they identify themselves, over two-thirds For female ALS give Pro-Life answers to specific patient, 43, living in questions about support· for a ban on late-term abortion or partialEastham. For details, birth abortion, parental consent pay and benefits call laws, informed consent laws with waiting periods, and even mandaNorma Kraemer at tory spousal consent. Also, surveys PSA 1-800-486-9870 show that more young people are becoming Pro-Life.
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~i1e always prov'iding the highest caliber ofhealdi care, the Diocesan Health Facilities' holistic-environment also recognizes spiritual and social needs along with physical and medical needs,in those we serve. Diocesan Health Facilities is the first long-term care system in Massachusetts to earn accreditation for its pain management program by the American Academy of Pain Management. This allows residents to enjoy life by controlling pain due to aging and illness, and also allows them to spend their final hours with dignity. Our Palliative Care Program provides support and comfort to residents, families and staff in dealing with death and the grieving process, in a dignified, meaningfUl and compassionate manner. Our dedicated staff works tirelessly to.preserve and value the dignity iflife, and to embrace the men and women whose lives are entrusted to our care. We cherish life as a gift that is meaningfUl... even in its final moments.
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The case .against funding human embryonic stem-cell research By
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On August 23, 2000, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) issued final guidelines for federal funding of human embryonic stem-cell research. Since then, there has been a steady drumbeat of publicity concerning the supposed benefits of such research, and President Bush has let it be known he is struggling with the ethical dilemmas involved. Stem cells are cells that have the potential to become many other kinds of cells, depending on the signals they receive. Theoretically they provide' avenues for replacing damaged or nonfunctioning tissue to treat many kinds of diseases. Stem cells are found from the beginning of embryonic development throughout adult life. Some researchers, but not all, believe that stem cells found in the embryo provide more potential for regenerating tissue than do stem cells taken from older, adult donors. Many ask: Since human embryonic stem cells may provide the basis for some medical miracles, shouldn't the federal government fund research utilizing "spare" embryos from in vitro fertilization (IVF) clinics? Wouldn't this be a better use for discarded embryos than destroying or freezing them? To answer the question, we need to consider the scientific and medical ration~le for considering this line of re-
search and its alternative; the secular ethical arguments pro and con; and the legal and jurisprudential considerations. Medical science now provides no definitive therapy for many debilitating diseases. In fact, with the exception of antibiotics and other infectious disease therapies,. medical science offers few definitive cures for human disease. Most therapies either control the disease, slow its progression, or palliate its effects. The ability to regenerate poorly functioning or damaged tissue might provide definitive therapy for many diseases. Studies in animals, and some preliminary studies in humans, have shown the . ability of adult stem cells to improve various conditions associated with disease. Studies using human embryonic stem cells as a treatment do not yet exist. One misleading claim of those fa~ voring embryonic stem-cell research is that it is a "medical breakthrough." It is not. It is an interesting idea favored by many scientists at NIH and leading universities. Those who favor embryonic stem-cell research are free to seek funding from foundations instead of clamoring for government funding. While embryonic stem-cell research may be a popular idea, there are other exciting therapies further along in development which do not require the.destruction of embryonic human beings. To cite a few recent examples: Two boys
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suffering' severe immune deficiency ("bubble DOy" syndrome) are now leading normal lives; numerous patients legally blind due to corneal damage are now able to see; a 22-year-old woman with Crohn's disease (having "bloody, watery diarrhea about 10 times a day for nine years") is now¡ cured; a Colorado teen-ager, paralyzed in a car accident, has regaine~ movement in her legs and bladder control following injection of immune cells from her own blood into her spine at the site of the injury; Type 1 ("juvenile") diabetes patients in one study (now being replicated at 10 other hospitals) are living insulin-free following injections of p.ancreatic islet cells from donors); and stem cells from nonembryonic sources also are being used currently for cardiac repair after a heart attack, in treating autoimmune diseases like multiple sclerosis and lupus, and in treating, more than a dozen types of cancer. Those who favor embryonic stemcell research generally agree with Dr. Richard Hynes, Professor of Biology' at M.LT., who testified before a September 2000 Senate subcommittee: "[We] believe it would be immoral not to pursue embryonic stem-cell research ...because this research has such enormous potential 'to save human lives and to mitigate human suffering.' ' "We owe it to all those who are suf-
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ing their children Catholic values," stated Desrosiers. . The program haS been introduced to all diocesan elementary school teachers and principals. "We've received excellent cooperation from principals and teachers," said
Parents will meet with teachers to leam about the program in detail, and they will be encouraged to participate via Godfrey's dynarnicWebsite, school activities and written communications. 'The program is meant to assist, not bypass the parents in teach-
Desrosiers. 'We're very pleased with the support shown and the spirit of ,cooperation. The diocesan Education Departmenthas been very instrumental in developing this program." In addition to the text the students will receive, teachers will receive a resource packet with videos, ' training manuals and binders that can be frequently updated as the need arises.
_ _"The teachers won't simply be on theirown;,said McNamee. ~This will be an ongoing proces~. We will have a support system to help them with any questions they may have, or with any questions frqm students they're not sure how to answer." , McNamee reported that Godfrey is keynote speaker at the diocesan convention for all elementary school teachers at Bishop Connolly High S~hool, Fall River, in November. 'The teachers will hear Godfrey firsthand, and askquestions;,he said. 'We want our teachers and principals to be very comfortable with this."
'This is an exciting undertaking," remarked Desrosiers. 'The students, parents, teachers and principals will work together to respond to Pope John Paul IT's call to rebuild the structure of life, and tum back the culture of death." McNamee also mentioned that a program is in the works for high school students that will address marriage/cohabitation/divorce topics. The diocesan Office of Family Ministry is currently working with the Education -Department on this endeavor. More information will be forthcoming in the next few months.
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I<NJGHTs OF CoWMBUS Parents trying to inculcate Catholic moral values in their children in the midst of a popular culture that promotes violence and casual sex may be tempted to throw up their hands. Our culture en~ices young people by characterizing moral behavior as Puritanism, unrestrained sexual conduct as nonnative, and violence as fantasy. The rapidly deteriorating standards of network TV sitcoms and talk shows, the explicit lyrics of heavy metal and rap music, the equally explicit depictions in music videos and feature movies, and the misuse of the Internet are all part of the dulling of the moral conscience that is the prerequisite of the growing culture of death in our society. In his "Letter to Families," our Holy Father reminds us that "raising children can be considered a genuine apostolate," an educational process in which parents are the child's primary educator. Things may be tough but we must not lose faith that God's grace is sufficient to see us through the present cultural crisis. The first step in protecting chil- dren from the growing anti-life tendencies in the greater society is to foster within the home a Christian family spirituality that is really present to the child as a way of living. Through faith, the <;:hristian family becomes a special communion of persons on a journey that is both moral and personal. A recent study of young CatholiCs by Richard Featherstone of Purdue University found three significant characteristics among young Catholics who accepted Church teaching on sexual ethics. ' The first finding related to church attendance. Young Catholics who attend church with their mothers on a weekly basis were more likely to follow the teaching of the Church on sexual and procreative matters. Religious activity by the mother was a very important factor in their normal development. Second, the study found that it was very important for these young people to have their beliefs about sexual morality reinforced by their peer group. Close friends play an important role in the development of a person's religious beliefs and moral values. Young Catholics are no different in this regard. Finally, the study found that
young Catholics with a strong sense of Catholic identity tend to follow Church teaching more closely. They .understood that being a"good Catholic" means living a lifeconsistent with the teaching ofthe Church. This correlates with the findings of an earlier study by the National Opinion Research Center commissioned by the Knights of Columbus which found that Catholic schools had a significant impact on what young people read, believe, practice and value in their lives. These findings point to an effective "strategy" for a child's moral development. Fundamental is family worship - attendance at Mass is an important dimension of the family's life and ,the mother's role is significant, especially in teaching her children to pray. Also important' is a social environment outside the home in which the child is afforded the opportunity to interact with children from similar families, whether through Catholic schools, scouting or other'programs. Finally, a home environment in which a strong sense of Catholic identity is present traditionally organizations such as the Knights of Columbus, Holy Name Society and Legion of Mary have assisted in the formation ofsuch a strong sense of Catholic identity. The home'itself should have a religious character to it - there should be crucifixes in the home and especially in the children's rooms as well as art depicting their patron saints, the Blessed Virgin Mary and the Holy Family. Parents must also be involved in their children's religious education; whether in a parochial school or in a CCD program. And we need to get over the notion that once a child has been confirmed he has no more need of instruction and can make up his own mind about practicing religion. Parents must be able to expose fallacies in the popular culture which attempt to obscure a child's moral sense and be willing to teach their children what is right and what is wrong even when the temptation is strong to allow almost any activity so as to avoid confrontation. Otherwise not wanting to "alienate" their children, family members end up, often, as "ships passing in the night." This is not the scenario envisioned by the "Letter to Families" which says "the family is the first school of those social virtues which every society needs."
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Downey, treasurer; William P. THE ANCHOR - Diocese of Fall River - Fri., October 5,200 I Santos, secretary; Vito Morra, The Serra Club is an interna- priesthood, the deaconate and refirst-year trustee; Arthur Correia, . second-year trustee; and Arthur J. ~ional organization whose objec- ligious life. For more informative is to foster vocations to tion call 508-993-9179. Villeneuve, third-year trustee.
THE SERRA CLUB met recently to elect officers and hold its annual barbecue. From left are: Father Jack Oliveira, Father Stephen Salvador, Msgr. John Oliveira, President John Hoyle, Gilbert Costa and Father Craig Pregana.
Serra Club elects new officers NEW BEDFORD - The Serra Club of New Bedford held its annual election of officers and barbecue recently in Mattapoisett at the home of Maurice and Ann Downey. Many members and several diocesan priests attended.
Those elected were: John E. Hoyle, president; Timothy E. Mitchell, first vice president; Robert A. Makin, second vice president; Thomas B. Oliver, third vice president; Paul A. Gracia, fourth vice president; Maurice F.
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veloping healthy boundaries. For more information call the Shrine's counseling center at 508-236-9082. CENTERVILLE - The parish nurses of Our Lady of Victory Church will co-sponsor a retreat with the Henri Nouwen Society October 14 from 1:30-5 p.m. at the church, 230 South Main Street. The theme is "Living as the Beloved," For more inform~tiQn call 508-775-5744. FAIRHAVEN Our Lady's Haven will offer the "Alzheimer's Safety Program" October 10 from 6:307:30 p.m. It will be presented by Elder Protection Officer Pamela Bourgault and provide information to families about programs available if a loved one suffers from Alzheimer's disease. For more information call Linda Laverdure at 508-999-4561.'
When you sponsor, you'll receive a photo of your child, information about your child's family and country, letters from your child, and the CFCA newsletter. But, most of all, you'll receive the satisfaction of helping a poor child have a better life! And if your budget doesn't allow $20 a month, please don't hesitate to call CFCA toll-free at 1 (800) 875-6564 for other affordable ways to sponsor a child. Become a sponsor today. You'll be so glad you did!
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FALL RIVER - Catholic Memorial Home, 2446 Highland Avenue, will sponsor The American Red Cross annual blood drive October'12 from noon to 6 p,m. To make an appointment to give blood call· Lisa Samagaio at 508679-0011, Ext. 125 between the hours of 9 a.m. and 5 p.m, FALL RIVER - Classmates from the 1979 graduating class of Bishop Gerrard High School are being sought for its 25 lh annual reunion. If you are a member of the 1979 class or know someone who is please contact Pauline Dumais at 508-673-7454 or via email at: BishopGerrard77@aol.com.
FALL RIVER The FALL RIVER - The Fall Youth and Young Adult Min- River First Friday Men's Club istry Office announces that . invites all men of area parishes pickup basketbilll games will to join them tonight for Mass be held every Wednesday at 6 p.m. at Sacred Heart evening through October 31 Church, An informal dinner for men of college age and will follow in the parish cenolder at the Wheeler Field ter. For more information call House. Games are held from 508-678-1792. 7:30-9 p.m. For more information call Steve Byers at FALL RIVER - A pro508-336-9022. gram entitled "New ahd Divine Holiness of the Third FALL RIVER - A pro- Christian Millennium," wi·II gram entitled "End of Life De- be presented by author and cisions: Myths and Realities," founder of the Missionaries of will be presented by Father the Holy Trinity, Rev. Joseph
You can literally change a life! As a sponsor, you'll feel confident knowing CFCA programs are run by Catholic missionaries deeply committed to the poor. And you're assured that over 85 percent of your contribution is sent directly to your sponsored child's,mission program.
James 'O'Donohoe October 23 from' 7-8:30 p,m. at the Bishop Connolly High School auditorium. This is part one of a four part lecture series. For more information call Lisa Gulino at 508-678-2828.
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Iannuzzi October 21 at 2:30 p.m. at St. Anne's Shrine. FALL RIVER - The Senior Wheels USA program provides electric wheelchairs to senior citizens and permanently disabled persons at no cost for use in the home. For more information call 800246-60 I O. MISCELLANEOUS - A time of reflection entitled "Kingdom of God Within: Responding to This Gift," will be presented by Rev. Joseph Iannuzzi, author and founder of the Missionaries of the Holy Trinity, October 19 and 20 at 7 p.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church. The same presentation will be held at several other diocesan parishes as follows: October 19 and 20, 7 p.m. at St. Julie BiJliart Church, North Dartmouth; October 20, 9:30 a.m. at Notre Dame Church, Fall River; and October 20 from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Church, Attleboro. For more information call ,Elizabeth Lee at 508669-4063. MISCELLANEOUS The annual Respect Life Walk to aid mothers and children will take place in Boston October 14 at I p.m. Please join Bishop Sean P. O'Malley OFM Cap., Pro-Life leaders and thousands more in this peaceful march for life. The Greater Fall River Massachusetts Citizens for Life is sponsoring a bus to the walk. For more information call Rita Pavao at 508-672-8483. MISCELLANEOUS - A Cursillo Liturgy will be heid at the Diocesan Family Life Center, North Dartmouth, on October 12 at 7:30 p.m. For more information call Barbara Gauthier at 508-823-4116. NEW BEDFORD - A living rosary will be held Sunday at St. Joseph-St. Therese Parish at 3 p.m. Father Roger Levesque will preside and it will include a procession led by the Knights of Columbus honor guard and Men of the Sacred Hearts. Father Jose Giunta will be guest speaker. It will Gonclude with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. For more information call Alice Beaulieu at 508995-2354. NEW BEDFORD - The Daughters of Isabella Hyacinth Circle #71 will hold its monthly meeting October 9 at 7 p.m. at the Holy Name of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish Center. For more information call Mary Macedo at 508993-9179.
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NORTH DARTMOUTH - A Separated-Divorced Support Group will meet October 8 from 7-9 p.m. at the Diocesan Family Life Center, 500 Slocum Road. Guest speaker Sue Dupuis will address the topic "Dealing with the Holidays as a Separated-Divorced Person."
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NORTH FALMOUTH The Catholic College Alumni of Cape Cod with hold its fifth biannual luncheon October 16· beginning with a social hour atll :30 a.m. at the Sea Crest Resort. Notre Dame Sister Janet Eisner, president of Emmanuel College in Boston ~ill be guest speaker. For more information call 508548-3159 or 508-432-6117.
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SOMERSET - A Mass and candlelight procession in honor of the Blessed Mother and for world peace, will be held October 9 at 7 p.m. at St. John of God Church,~96 Brayton Avenue. It will close with Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. TAUNTON - The annual Feast of Our La.dy of Fatima will be celebrated with a 7 p.m. Mass and candlelight procession October 13 at Saint Anthony of Lisbon Parish, 126 School Street. Retired Father Manuel P. Ferreira will be the homilist. Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament will close the evening. WESTPORT In response to the recent terrorist attacks on America, a service for peace and justice will be held at Our Lady of Grace. Church, 569 Sanford Road, each Sunday in October at 3 p.m. It will include the rosary and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament. For more information call 508-6746271.
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NEW BEDFORD - The Catholic Women's Club of New Bedford will hold its monthly meeting October 10 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Century House, 107 South Main Street, Acushnet. Guest speaker Dr. Rene Reis will address the topic' "Lasik Cataract Surgery." For more information call 508-9959319.
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Vendors of cool: New marketing aimed at teens By CHRISTOPHER CARSTENS CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE
Teen-agers, this is an important alert! The vendors of cool in the advertising industry are seIling what looks like happiness. The long-term result is boredom and dissatisfaction. Your world. is flooded with ~ommercial images. At its pale, glowing heart, your TV set is a machine for selling things. MTV has taken this farther than any other network. MTV is nothing but wall-to-wall selling. While MTV is the most blatant of the all-ad networks, the rest of the industry is moving the same way. "Entertainment News" is not news, it is advertising for whatever new movie or program they feature. "Fashion News" is just fashion advertising. Many programs are filled with subtle and not so subtle sales pitches. Television is only the beginning. Take a look at your favorite magazine. Page after page is filled with ads, and many of the articles are stories about new products to buy and try. Now there is a new, scarier kind of marketing. Sales companies actually are going to high schools and colleges, and finding the coolest kids, the "style leaders." They pitch their new shoes and shirts and soda directly to this small group, on the assumption that the rest of the school will follow like sheep. It works. I talk to a lot of teen-agers in my work as a psychologist. They used to say they were happiest hanging <iround with their friends. Now they tell me that the happiest time in their life is when they are shopping. This troubles me because all this merchandising has created a new way of defining self-image. Self-image is your deeply personal answer to the question, "Who am I?" Teens used to find identity with their family. their school, the group of friends they chose. The answer might have been, ''I'm a football player," ''I'm a chess player," or ''I'm a Catholic." The goal of the advertising industry is to make the correct answer ''I'm a kid who buys Sprite" or ''I'm the kind of guy who buys Lucky Jeans." In the advertising culture, you are what you buy. You define yourself by your purchases. You are most alive and most fully yourself when you are shopping. Advertisers have no interest in what was bought before. Your closet full of fal>hionable clothes does not make them another dime. Their goal is getting you back into the mall, buying something else. Toward that end they need to make you unhappy and bored with whatever you already own. Here is the dark, hidden formula. As soon as yOu have made
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THE OFFICE OF ADULT EDUCTION IS SPONSORING A BffiLE STUDY ON
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NOW AND AT THE HOUR OF OUR DEATH A series ofseminars presenting Important Information Concerning Medica~ Treatment, Finances, Death and Funeral Saint Bernard Church is sponsoring three presentations offering practical information on the tasks surrounding serious illness and death. These seminars are open to you, your family, and your friends. There is no charge. Refreshments will be served.
• LEGAL AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION Thursday, October 18, 2001, 6:30-8:30 pm, St. Bernard Hall PRESENTERS: AU. Barry LaCasse & Mr. Gary Petercuskie, financial consultant Making a Will - Durable Power of Attorney for Financial Management - Managing and Using Your Assets While Living Asset Disposition at Death - Beneficiary Designations· Incapacity and Long-term Care - Tax Reduction Through Charitable Giving and Charitable Trusts - Insurance and Death Benefits Pension Benefits for Survivors - Bank, Savings and Loan, and Credit Union Accounts - Real Estate - Mutual Funds, Stocks and Bonds, Safe Deposit Boxes • MEDICAL AND ETHICAL INFORMATION Thursday, October 25, 2001, 6:30-8:30 pm, St. Bernard Hall PRESENTERS: Rev. Frank McManus, S.J., expert on medical ethics; Rev. William Condon, Chaplain of Rose Hawthorne Lathrop Home; Sister Elaine Heffernan, RSM, Diocesan Coordinator for End of Life Issues. Advance Directives - Donation of Organs and Body - Living Will - Health Care Proxy - Assisted Suicide - Euthanasia - Pain Management - Comfort & Hope for the Dying - Allowing Death • FUNERAL AND BURIAL INFORMATION Thursday, Nov. 1,2001,7:30-9:30 pm, St. Bernard Hall PRESENTERS: Rev. Msgr. Stephen J. Avila, Diocesan Director of Worship; Rev. Raymond Robillard, Diocesan Director of Cemeteries; Rev. Philip Hamel, licensed funeral director Praying for the Dying and for the Dead - Death Certificate Persons to Notify - Preparation of the Body· Funeral Director Wake and Funeral Arrangements - Obituary, Death Notice, and Memorial Card - Memorial Requests - Cemetery Arrangements • The Funeral Liturgy - Burial and Cremation - Memorial Marker and Inscription' DIRE~TIONS:From Rt. 24, take Exit 9 onto Rt. 79 North (South Main St.). Follow 1/2 mile to St. Bernard Church, Assonet Village, Freetown, Massachusetts. TO REGISTER IN ADVANCE. PLEASE PHONE 508-644-5585 " .
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