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CELEBRATION IN MARYSVILLE
After nine years, St. Gregory the Great Parish in Marysville celebrated the dedication of its new church
‘WE DID THIS TOGETHER’
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Father Nathan Haverland, pastor, assists as Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann places relics of St. Gregory the Great and others in the altar at the dedication of St. Gregory Church in Marysville on May 26.
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ARYSVILLE — The first words of Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann’s homily expressed sentiments shared by many at the dedication Mass of the new St. Gregory Church here on May 26. “Wow,” he said. “It’s pretty impressive — very beautiful.” Parishioners looked about with delight as they processed inside their beautiful new church for its first Mass. The church’s dedication marked a journey begun in 2009. Parish leadership determined that the church built in 1975 should be renovated for a parish hall, and the parish hall demolished so a new church could be built in its place. The total cost of the project was approximately $8.2 million. Now St. Gregory Church, its steeple
topped by a shining gold cross, is once again the highest and most prominent structure in Marysville. The day began with an opening prayer by Archbishop Naumann over all those gathered at St. Gregory School. The group then processed across the street to the front doors of the church. There, the archbishop received the key to the front door from Don Landoll, building committee chairman; the plans from Mark Franzen, president of HTK Architects from Overland Park; and the certificate of occupancy from Don Stallbaumer, project manager for general contractor AHRS Construction of Bern. The archbishop then handed the key to pastor Father Nathan Haverland, who opened the door so all could enter. During the Mass, Archbishop Naumann blessed the water in the baptismal font and then the people and walls with holy water. The dedication rites took place after
the creed and the Litany of the Saints. Assisted by Father Haverland, Archbishop Naumann placed the relics of the parish inside the altar: St. Gregory the Great, the North American Martyrs, St. Joseph, the true cross and St. Anthony of Padua. After the prayer of dedication, the archbishop anointed the altar with sacred chrism, and Father Haverland and Abbot James Albers, OSB, of St. Benedict’s Abbey in Atchison, anointed 12 gold-colored crosses with candle holders evenly spaced on the walls around the church. The archbishop incensed the altar, and members of the Altar Society dressed the altar for Mass. Archbishop Naumann was joined at the altar by Father Haverland, Abbot James, Msgr. Thomas Tank, Father Arul Carasala, Father Greg Hammes, Father Bob Hasenkamp and Father Reginald Saldanha. Deacon Colin Haganey assisted, and Father Bruce Ansems was >> See “NEW” on page 10
The new St. Gregory Church in Marysville was dedicated by Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann on May 26.
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Papal blessing more meaningful still
then-archbishop of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, who was there for his “ad limina” visit. “It was hard to believe you could meet someone else from Kansas in Rome,” said PJ. une has long been considered the month After receiving their security passes, the couple for marriages, and that’s just what it was for Randy and Paula Jean, or “PJ,” Adair. Howev- was ushered into an area full of other couples from around the world, hoping to meet the pope and reer, even more special than their wedding at ceive a nuptial blessing. Holy Name Church in The group was first told Topeka on June 5, 1998, that Pope John Paul II might was a blessing by Pope not appear that day due to John Paul II just a few days the death of one of his seclater. retaries, or, if he did appear, When PJ told her employhe might not receive them er Larry Welch, then-director individually. of the Kansas Bureau of InBut, the pope did appear vestigation, shortly after the and after the service, a carfirst of that year about her dinal came over and gave upcoming wedding, he told them final instructions: her he had a good friend who “Don’t start a conversation, might be able to get them a don’t genuflect, just kiss his special marriage blessing by ring and move on.” the pope if she’d like. “He did bless each of us, It turns out that Welch’s and let us kiss his ring,” PJ friend was Msgr. Vince said. “We were the escorted Krische, who began making to the Vatican offices where the arrangements for the we received gifts. I was given couple, who had already a rosary, and Randy, a key planned to visit Rome on chain.” their honeymoon. PJ considered the whole Those arrangements, experience “mind-boggling,” begun in February of that while her husband thought it year, first required a back“was next to a miracle, since ground investigation of the I was a convert in April of couple. And PJ’s sister, Sister Diana Seago, of the Bene- PJ and Randy Adair are greeted by Pope John Paul II at that year. It was a culmination of our faith journey.” dictine Sisters in Atchison, the Vatican on June 10, 1998. But neither expected what crocheted a shawl for her to was to come only 16 years later, when the pope who cover her shoulders that her wedding dress left bare, had blessed them was canonized by Pope Francis on since they were wearing their wedding finery to the April 27, 2014. audience. “We expected to kiss the ring of a pope,” said PJ, With their preparations made, the couple arrived in Vatican City on June 10, five days after their wed- “but we got to kiss the ring of a saint instead.” ding. There they met Archbishop James P. Keleher, By Carolyn Kaberline Special to The Leaven
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ARCHBISHOP NAUMANN June 8 Junior High Camp dinner, confessions and Mass — Prairie Star Ranch
June 24 Pastoral visit — St. Theresa, Perry, and St. Aloysius, Meriden June 27 Life Teen Mass — Benedictine College
June 9 Pastoral visit — Sacred Heart, Baileyville, and St. Mary, St. Benedict
June 28 Holy Hour for those to be ordained and formation team
June 10 Archdiocesan 50th wedding anniversary Mass and reception — Nativity, Leawood June 11-15 U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops spring assembly — Fort Lauderdale, Florida
June 29 National Right to Life prayer breakfast — Overland Park Convention Center
June 16 Pastoral visit — Cathedral of St. Peter, Kansas City, Kansas June 18 “Shepherd’s Voice” recording Priests Advisory Council meeting June 19 Administrative Team meeting June 20 Catholic Education Foundation board meeting June 22 Marian conference Mass — St. Thomas More, Kansas City, Missouri June 23 Wedding — St. Michael the Archangel, Leawood
Holy Hour for those to be ordained — Nativity, Leawood June 30 Priesthood ordination — Nativity, Leawood
ARCHBISHOP KELEHER June 10 Mass — Federal prison camp June 16 Mass — St. Sebastian, Florida June 17 Mass — St. Sebastian, Florida June 23 Mass — St. Sebastian, Florida June 24 Mass — St. Sebastian, Florida June 30 Priesthood ordination — Nativity, Leawood
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Dennis and Suzanne (Monahan) Millert, members of Sacred Heart Parish in Tonganoxie, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on June 8 with family. The couple was married at Christ the King Church, Kansas City, Kansas, on June 8, 1968. Their children are: Denise Severn, Kerri O’Brien and Steven Millert. They also have seven grandchildren.
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The restoration of Sacred Heart-St. Joseph Parish in Topeka was recognized with the Award of Excellence on May 18. Recipients of the award must meet the criteria of the National Register of Historic Places and be significant in Kansas history.
Topeka parish receives preservation award By Marc and Julie Anderson mjanderson@theleaven.org
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OPEKA — “Are we being good ancestors?” Dr. Jonas Salk, a medical researcher who pioneered the first successful polio vaccine, said that’s one of the most important questions people can ask themselves on a regular basis. Every choice, he said, no matter how small or how large, has consequences for future generations. If that’s one of life’s most important questions, parishioners at Sacred Heart-St. Joseph Parish in Topeka can answer affirmatively. In fact, their recent generous and enthusiastic response to a multimillion dollar restoration project for St. Joseph Church led to an unexpected award. Dedicated to “supporting the preservation of Kansas’ heritage through education, advocacy, cooperation with like-minded individuals and groups, and participation in the preservation of historic structures and places,” the Kansas Preservation Alliance prides itself on “preserving the past to enrich the future.” On May 18, the nonprofit organization presented an Honor Award to St. Joseph Church at its 39th annual Awards for Excellence ceremony in acknowledgment of “individuals, organizations and institutions that have carried out exemplary efforts to promote historic preservation in Kansas.” The award, one of 10 given by the alliance, was presented to the church in recognition of the major exterior restoration project recently completed, which included everything from repointing all of the church’s mortar,
cleaning and patching the brick and limestone, and the addition of gold leaf to the crosses on top of the church’s spires, to the installation of period-appropriate lighting for all exits, and the restoration or replication of many original elements like the hardware, window frames and glass patterns. According to the ceremony’s program, in order to be considered for an Award of Excellence, properties must “meet the criteria for listing on the National Register of Historic Places and have an association with significant events or persons in Kansas or U.S. history.” Additionally, properties “must possess distinctive characteristics of type, period or method of construction or style of architecture and/or provide information important to the history or prehistory of Kansas.” On hand to accept the award were representatives from the parish and the dozen or so contracting firms associated with the work, including SFS Architecture. The architectural firm nominated the project for the award by submitting an application of more than 30 pages detailing the various phases of the project, supplying before-and-after photos and summarizing the church’s historical significance. The award surprised Father Tim Haberkorn, the parish pastor. Due to scheduling conflicts, he was unable to attend the awards ceremony, but expressed his thoughts in a recent interview. “When I received the letter informing us of this award, I was totally surprised and elated,” he said. “I think it only confirmed and affirmed the good work we as a parish are trying to accomplish and achieve.”
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“Personally, as pastor and a native son of the parish,” continued Father Haberkorn, “it is a way of honoring our ancestors and showing our ongoing appreciation for their many sacrifices.” Decades from now, lifetime parishioner and finance council member Mark Burghart said he hopes his descendants will appreciate the sacrifices he and his fellow parishioners are making now to restore the church to its splendor, just as he appreciates the sacrifices made by the parish’s earliest families. As a tax attorney, Burghart assisted the church with his expertise. But he was only one of the many who offered their time, talent and treasure to help the church complete its restoration work. He specifically praised Teresa Thomas, parish secretary and chair of the restoration committee, for her role in the project. “When we began in 2014,” said Thomas with a smile, “we were talking about restoring the interior of our church and made the mistake of asking Shawn [McGarity, a member of the board of the Kansas Preservation Alliance,] to check out our structural integrity. “We’ve been very, very blessed, and are thankful for all the cooperation and the generosity of the state of Kansas and the tax credits and also the grant that kind of kick-started our whole project.” “We have had contributions not only from the state but from literally thousands of individuals across the whole country — former parishioners, people interested in history, people interested in architecture — and we want to thank each and every one,” she added.
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JoAnn (Marble) and Phil Werkowitch, members of St. John Paul II Parish in Olathe, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on June 10 with family at a Mass celebrated by Archbishop Naumann. The couple was married on May 18, 1968, at St. Therese Church, Kansas City, Missouri. Their children are: Greg Werkowitch, David Werkowitch, Nicki Werkowitch and Dan Werkowitch. They also have 14 grandchildren. Mary Lou and Donald Marquardt, members of St. Gregory Church in Marysville, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on June 18. The couple was married in 1958 in the same church. Their children are: Tony Marquardt, Charles Marquardt, Raymond Marquardt, Margaret Smith and Patricia Walker. They also have 12 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Gordon and Eleanor (Simons) Slusser, members of Mater Dei Parish, To p e k a , celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on May 31 with a surprise party hosted by their children. The couple was married in 1958 at Assumption Church in Topeka by Msgr. Eugene Vallely. Their children are: Michelle Broxterman, Kellie Lundry and Troy Slusser. They also have eight grandchildren. Betty (Vollmer) and Steve Markley, members of Corpus Christi, Lawrence, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary on June 7. The couple was married on June 7, 1968, at St. Louis Church in Good Intent, northwest of Atchison. They have three children: Deidre McLeod, Dana Schlemmer and Richard Markley. They also have five grandchildren.
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Knights to house, display Imac memorabilia
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Grand Knight Marty Moreno, Knights of Columbus Council 900, holds up the Immaculata High School state championship banner of 1962 when the boys basketball team had an undefeated season May 18 at the Knights of Columbus Hall in Leavenworth. By Katie Peterson Special to The Leaven
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EAVENWORTH — On June 2, 2017, Immaculata High School closed its doors after more than 100 years educating young Catholics in the Leavenworth community. Established in 1912, Immaculata was the sole Catholic high school in Leavenworth that entire time. So when the closing was announced in February 2017, the sadness was felt throughout the community. But thanks to the Leavenworth Knights of Columbus Council 900, Immaculata’s legacy will live on in the council’s hall, which will house the years of class photos, championship sports banners and trophies. “When the announcement was made that Immaculata was going to close is when the Knights brought it to my attention and we discussed it,” said Grand Knight Marty Moreno. “Then, after some deep thinking and
after prayer, we decided that we had to become the key historians for Immaculata. If we didn’t take that on, these photos would be lost.” Following the initial discussion, Moreno reached out to the school board, which approved of the proposal, and the Knights went to work, raising money and gathering the memorabilia. Thanks to $7,000 in donations from the Immaculata Alumni Association, the booster club, the class of 2017 and numerous Immaculata families, they were able to purchase two large photo racks to hold the class photos. Moreno said it was only fitting for the Knights to house the items. “The Knights of Columbus Hall has always been a place where the school would come and celebrate a victory after a good football game and where the class reunions are still held to this day,” he said. “So, it’s only appropriate that we properly display the cherished memories for the Catholic school and all the
people that were involved for all those years,” he added. The Knights of Columbus have always been strong supporters of Catholic education, but the decision to take on the preservation of the high school’s memorabilia ran deeper, Moreno said. “We have more than 300 members in this council and at least half are Imac alumni,” he said. “So, they have strong ties to the school [and] it goes on through generations.” “[The opportunity] was sentimental to them,” he continued. “When we first gathered to discuss this, they really expressed their heartfelt concerns about the school and what would happen to everything that was inside that could be lost forever if nobody [stepped] up and took ownership of the precious photos.” The first opportunity for the public to view the photos and the rest of the memorabilia will be at the Imac Mixer sponsored by the alumni association from 6-10 p.m. on June 30 at the Knights of Columbus Hall. Interested
parties can RSVP online at: calwayj@ yahoo.com. After that night, Moreno said the collection is always open to view by calling (913) 250-5258. Moreno is proud to see it all come to fruition. “This is our way of honoring all those who have walked through the halls of Immaculata Catholic High School and remembering all the good times they had, like winning the championship game of 1962,” Moreno said. “Seeing the Knights working together to preserve the school’s precious memories is something that I am proud of,” he added. “We are committed to keeping the spirit alive for the school, the staff that worked through all those years, the alumni and their families. “It’s a place where grandchildren and great-grandchildren can come and see the legacy of Immaculata High School. And I think if there is one thing we can do for those families, this is it for generations to come.”
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Fidelity to life
New doctors profess Catholic Hippocratic, upholding the dignity of life By Joe Bollig joe.bollig@theleaven.org
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ANSAS CITY, Kan. — This spring, graduating doctors all over the nation took the Hippocratic Oath. Six new, Catholic doctors decided to take the oath twice in one day — plus make an additional promise. The Catholic doctors gathered at the Cathedral of St. Peter in Kansas City, Kansas, for a graduation Mass at 1 p.m. on May 12. During the Mass, they took a “Restatement of the Oath of Hippocrates” administered by Dr. Joshua Mammen, associate professor of surgery at the University of Kansas Medical School and treasurer of the local Catholic Medical Association guild. The “Promise of a Catholic Physician” was administered by Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann. The Catholic doctors were: Eric Anderson, Clifford Kissling, Eastin Casey, David De La Cruz, Elise Loughman and Kyle Wells. These six doctors were members of the Catholic Medical Student Association, which is sponsored by the local Sts. Cosmas and Damian Guild of the Catholic Medical Association. Later that afternoon, the doctors took another version of the Hippocratic Oath at a hooding ceremony with their classmates at the University of Kansas Medical School in Kansas City, Kansas. Why take the oath twice? Because there is no one Hippocratic Oath — and they don’t all uphold the same values. The original oath — which is believed to have been written in the fourth or fifth century B.C. and is named after the Greek physician Hippocrates — has been greatly modified over the centuries. Today, there are several versions. With most modern versions of the oath, promises made to the pagan gods are gone, and so, too, are promises not to perform abortions and administer drugs for the purpose of euthanasia. The restatement, which was introduced by the Value of Life Committee, Inc., in 1995, is closer to the original oath and more faithful to Catholic morality. This is only the second time graduating Catholic doctors from KU School of Medicine have taken the restatement. “It happened for the first time last year in the archdiocese, and I believe there are a few other groups that do this in the country,” said
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From left to right: Drs. Kyle Wells, Eastin Casey, Eric Anderson, Elise Loughman, David De La Cruz and Clifford Kissling stand before Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann in the Cathedral of St. Peter in Kansas City, Kansas, on May 12 to profess the “Restatement of the Oath of Hippocrates.”
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“IN ORDER TO SERVE MY PATIENTS TO THE BEST OF MY ABILITY, MY FAITH HAS TO BE AT THE CENTER OF MY SERVICE.” — Dr. Kyle Wells Dr. Paul Camarata, a professor and chairman of neurosurgery at KU Med Center. He is also adviser to the Catholic Medical Student Association. “There are certain issues that Catholic physicians should be vigilant about in their practice,” said Camarata. “These physicians will go out and be asked to perform abortions, some of them, in their residency programs. They’ll be asked to administer contraception, contrary to their conscience, to young teens. “So, we help them form their consciences according to Catholic teaching. As a help for that, Archbishop Naumann has been incredibly supportive.” Doctor Eric Anderson, who will enter the residency program at Via
Christi Family Medicine in Wichita, thought taking the restatement was important. “I thought it was pretty important to me as a Catholic physician to begin my medical practice by reciting the original Hippocratic Oath and the ‘Promise of the Catholic Physician,’” he said. “I don’t think you can separate who you are as a person from who you are as a physician.” Doctor Kyle Wells, who will also enter the residency program at Via Christi, took the oath and promise during the Mass because he wants his practice of medicine to be faithbased. “In order to serve my patients to the best of my ability, my faith has to be at the center of my service,” he said. He also said how grateful he and the other graduating doctors were for Archbishop Naumann’s support. “It was exciting that the archbishop was willing to reach out to the medical students and show interest,” he said. “For him to recognize the kind of service we are about to embark upon means a great deal to us students.” Doctor Elise Loughman, who will begin her residency at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City, Mis-
souri, thought it was important to end her education with a graduation Mass. “I took the Catholic version of the Hippocratic Oath because it represents the values I want in my personal practice as a Catholic physician, and they were not included in the oath we were required to take [at KU School of Medicine],” she said. “I felt my values and faith need to be represented in a way that I wouldn’t get otherwise.” The KU oath didn’t conflict with her faith, but it didn’t include what she considered to be important — the dignity of human life. “To me, that’s the most important omission,” she said, “and is the reason I wanted the Catholic Hippocratic Oath as my guiding [philosophy] in my practice.” She believes that the Catholic faith has to be lived in every aspect of one’s life. “To me, being a Catholic doctor means honoring and respecting human life from conception to natural death,” said Loughman. “To me, it means living Jesus’ values and core teachings through your profession in a way that other people wouldn’t be surprised to find out that you’re Catholic.”
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LOCAL NEWS Helen and William Schwindamann, members of St. Gregory Parish in Marysville, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on June 16 with their family. The couple was married on June 21, 1958, at Sacred Heart Church in Sabetha. They have five children, six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Mickey and Mickey Muñoz, members of Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Topeka, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on June 20. The couple was married on June 20, 1958, at Our Lady of Guadalupe. They have five children: Manuel Muñoz, Debra Muñoz, Alice Muñoz (deceased), Philip Muñoz and David Muñoz. They also have eight grandchildren and 17 greatgrandchildren. Loretta (Manhart) and Ed Schwerdt, members of Christ the King Parish, Topeka, celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary on June 7. The couple was married on June 7, 1948, at Church of the Assumption, Topeka, by Father Henry Beier. Their children are: Marcia (deceased), Barbara, Gregory, Mark, Christopher and Kent. They also have eight grandchildren, six great-grandchildren and two step-great-grandchildren.
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Bill and Aggie (Schiffelbein) Weigel, members of St. Matthew Parish, Topeka, will celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary on June 16 and 17 with a barbecue followed by a cruise this winter. The couple was married on June 14, 1958, at Church of the Assumption, Topeka. Their children are: Diane Reynolds, Gary Weigel and Ken Weigel, all of Topeka. They also have six grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. Susan (Warner) and Stan Herbic, members of Church of the Ascension, Overland Park, celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a family gathering of family and friends. The couple was married on May 31, 1968, at St. Edward Church, Belleville. Their children are: Mark Herbic, Overland Park; Charley Herbic, Pottstown, Pennsylvania; and Christina Nance, Olathe. They also have three grandchildren. Jerome “Fireball” and Janice (Merrifield) Stadler, members of St. Theresa Parish, Perry, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on June 10 with an open house. The couple was married on June 8, 1968, by Father James J. Moriarty at Church of the Assumption, Topeka. Their children are: Jeffery Stadler, Jennifer Murray, Joseph Stadler and Janell Ridenour. They also have eight grandchildren.
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Howard and Norma (Williamson) McCall, members of Holy Cross Parish, Overland Park, will celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary on June 20. The couple was married on June 20, 1953, at Blessed Sacrament Church, Kansas City, Kansas, by Father Kenneth Spurlock. There will be a reception on July 1, hosted by their family. They have a daughter, Kim Grant, and two granddaughters.
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EAVENWORTH — Sister Jean Highberger, 89, a Sister of Charity of Leavenworth for almost 69 years, died on May 23 at the Sisters’ motherhouse here. She served faithfully as a teacher and principal; efficient and diligent administrative assistant; and dedicated volunteer and caregiver. Loretta Highberger was born Jan. 12, 1929, in Westphalia to Theodore and Clara (Hoefler) Highberger. She attended school in Westphalia and anticipated studying dietetics in college. God’s plan and her mother’s insistence on a Catholic education placed Loretta at Saint Mary College, Leavenworth, where she first met the Sisters of Charity. In her sophomore year, she decided to join the community, which she did on Aug. 18, 1949. She professed vows as Sister Jean Cordis on Aug. 15, 1951. She later shortened her name to Sister Jean. From 1951 to 1979, Sister Jean was a teacher or principal for schools in Kansas, Missouri, Montana and Oklahoma. During this time, she earned bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education. Over the next four years, she cared for her aged parents and older sister. Then, Sister Jean provided administrative support at Bishop Hogan High School in Kansas City, Missouri, and for the school office of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph. She had phenomenal clerical, writing and organizational skills matched by her ability to work with people and remain even-keeled — traits long recognized by her family. Sister Jean retired from the school office in June 2003. She began volunteering at Duchesne Clinic in Kansas City, Kansas. In 2009, Sister Jean was named Volunteer of the Year for her efforts in tracking donated medications. The award acknowledged her attention to detail, commitment to patients and her spirit.
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Charlotte Tennant could hardly wait to sit next to the statue of Mother Xavier Ross, her distant relative and foundress of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth. The statue is located near the fountain in front of the Sisters of Charity motherhouse.
Relative of Sisters of Charity foundress Mother Xavier Ross visits motherhouse By Therese Horvat Special to The Leaven
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EAVENWORTH — It wasn’t until her sister dug deeper into their family’s genealogy that Charlotte Tennant and her siblings realized they shared a special connection to the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth (SCLs). Tennant is the great-greatgrandniece of Mother Xavier Ross, foundress of the SCL Community that is celebrating its 160th anniversary this year. In fact, Tennant’s middle name is Ross. She was in Kansas City over Mother’s Day weekend and traveled to Leavenworth with her son Ralph Tennant for her second visit to the SCL motherhouse campus in recent years. Over lunch with SCL leaders and Sisters well versed in the community’s history, she learned more about Mother Xavier and the SCLs. She also had the opportunity to meet other Sisters during an informal gathering. On her must-see list, Tennant revisited the Heritage Room to touch the desk and chair of the foundress; sat next to the beloved statue of Mother Xavier outdoors near the fountain; and visited her grave in Mount Olivet Cemetery — all on the Leavenworth campus. In 2002, the Tampa, Florida, resident made the trip to Kansas with her sisters Dolores Rench and Marjorie Bovard, both now deceased. Tennant explained that Rench was the only Roman Catholic in the
family and the one who discovered the link to Mother Xavier. Tennant’s family traces its roots to Philip Ross, the brother of Ann Ross, who, as a young woman, converted to Catholicism, joined the Sisters of Charity convent in Nazareth, Kentucky, and became Sister Xavier. She went on to lead a new community formed in Nashville, Tennessee. As Mother Xavier, circumstances led her to seek other opportunities to serve that resulted in the call to come north to what was the Indian Territory that became Kansas. The first group of pioneer Sisters arrived by riverboat in Leavenworth on Nov. 11, 1858 — the founding date of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth. Mother Xavier led the SCL Community from 1858 to 1862 and again from 1865 to 1877. Under her leadership, the SCLs expanded their ministries in Kansas and established hospitals, schools and orphanages in Montana and Colorado. Her legacy includes her charity, wisdom and courageous spirit. “It wasn’t until Dolores started searching that we learned about this person you’ve known for years,” Tennant told the Sisters. “We wished we had grown up knowing about Mother Xavier.” Following the recent visit to Leavenworth, Ralph Tennant, who lives in Kansas City, Missouri, wrote: “We were overwhelmed with everyone’s hospitality. “The visit couldn’t have been any better.”
Appointments Father John Riley, chancellor, announces the following appointments made by Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann, effective May 30: Father Gregory Hammes, to parochial administrator of St. Patrick, Osage City, and St. Patrick, Scranton, parishes and continuing as pastor of Most Pure Heart
of Mary Parish, Topeka, and as associate director of the office of the permanent diaconate. Msgr. Charles McGlinn, to senior parochial vicar in residence of Church of the Ascension, Overland Park, and continuing in retirement from pastoral administration.
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s a link between past and future, it is the grandparents who plant the seed, knowing full well they may not see the fruit of their harvest. They plant anyway. Sue and Marv Prins have grandchildren in Milwaukee — an eight-hour drive from home. Facebook and phone calls help shrink the distance, but Sue, who lives with a chronic illness, reasons, “I probably won’t live to see my grandchildren as adults. So what I do is show them, whenever I get the chance, that I’m not afraid to try new things simply because I may be limited. I feel that is the most important thing for me to pass on to them. As Jesus says, ‘Do not be afraid.’ So I’m not. It sends a message for my kids, too.” For grandparents Ken and Anne Recker, grandparenting means travel
— logging thousands of miles crisscrossing the Midwest as they visit their eight grandchildren. They help with sickness when flu season hits, or cook meals and clean house if there are hospitalizations. They are cheerleaders during baseball season and worry about injuries during soccer games. Through these experiences, they have learned they can be indispensable to all three of their married children. And to foster a new level of family connection, the Reckers use social media and share stories of past generations. The walls of their home are covered with black-and-white photos, visual reminders of where both sides of the family came from. “We feel it is important that we’re involved with their lives as much as possible,” notes Anne, who loves shar-
ing vivid childhood memories of her grandparents. Reflecting on memories of grandparents — what they valued and how they lived those values — is one important way to begin looking at the role of grandparenting. These memories can show how grandparents give witness to life, serving as a model for the next generation. They face increasing challenges, giving them the ability to leave a legacy of resilience, acceptance, faith and love. Additionally, the love of a grandparent is unconditional and total. At no other time in life would adults uproot themselves — sell a home, relocate their job, leave friends and possibly other family members — except for the powerful, consuming love of a grandchild who they feel needs them. As one laughing grandmother admits, “I simply lost my mind when my first grandchild was born. I left everything I had and moved to be near them.” Grandparents are vital to a child’s identity, research shows. Therefore, it is important to keep the lines of family communication open and strong between grandparents and grandchildren through email, Skyping, texting, blogging family news, cellphone calls, family vacations or snail mail. As grandchildren grow out of some activities, they no doubt grow into others, and those interactions — ongoing and changing — allow for enriching life on both sides of the age gap.
One couple offers help While grandparenting can be rewarding, the path is not always rosy, especially in today’s society. Deacon Gary and Kay Aitchison from the Archdiocese of Dubuque, Iowa, have seen a transformation in the family structure, working as a diaconate couple throughout their lives. They saw people struggling to meet the challenges of life as grandparents in the 21st century and being totally unprepared for this new role in their lives. The Aitchisons have had ample opportunity to witness the growing diversity in families through their involvement with the Christian Family Movement (CFM) since 1966. Having the roles of national presidents of CFM from 1981 to 1985, and international presidents from 2010 to 2013, they have headed an organization that serves over 100,000 families in 48 countries. Observing their own family of six children, and hearing increasing anxieties from the numerous married and single parents they have met during their ministry, Deacon Gary and Kay identified many hurdles: a rising divorce rate, single parenting, changing family struc-
tures and a lagging commitment to religious traditions. Due to these issues, they noticed that many aging married couples were being called upon to raise their grandchildren — assisting in the dayto-day care from infancy to adulthood. Grandparents were having to step up to share in transportation needs, emotional investment, counsel during a family crisis and occasionally serving as live-in help as well as a financial resource. The Aitchisons began to interact with new grandparents to help them look deeply into the ongoing and changing roles of family life, and at their own history to find the hidden gems there. They wanted to try to break open the mindset families have concerning aging parents, as well. “Grandparents have much to offer in time, talent and treasure to their grandchildren, and it is more important than ever to do,” explains Deacon Gary. “Part of the problem lies in one word, elderly, as opposed to grandparent. These people do not think of themselves as elderly or frail. They are people with health and vitality, [which they] place at the disposal of their families. Many of them work hard, if not harder than they did when they were raising their own kids. “Grandparents don’t usually see it as a calling at this time of life, but it’s really the beginning of a new spiritual path. Most feel they’ve raised their children. But does it really end once their children are grown? Not really. It never ends.”
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10 ways to plant the seeds of faith How does a grandparent begin a spiritual journey of faith with a grandchild? Below are 10 tips that may get you started.
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Don’t forget that your actions will always speak louder than your words. Little ones are taking their cues of how to proceed in life from you! If you’d rather whine about it, they will, too. Always give children hope in the future.
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Along with learning a value such as “patience is a virtue,” your grandchildren will also learn attitudes from you such as impatience, intolerance and discrimination; or respect for others, kindness and empathy.
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Help teach children ageappropriate skills and tasks such as baking, sewing or helping to clean. These activities will provide moments of interaction that can be filled with stories.
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Great conversations can take place during car rides. It allows a reluctant or shy child to ask difficult questions or express feelings without having to do it face to face. Short trips to your church can be a great outing with a small child when the church is quiet. Children do enjoy the mysterious. Allow them to ask questions and talk out loud. Tell them how you are a friend of Jesus and how you respect his house when visiting.
Addressing changes in family dynamics The 2010 U.S. Census shows that over one-fourth of the total U.S. population is between the ages of 45 and 64. More than one in every four adults is a grandparent. And as parents are torn in more directions for their jobs, it is falling to grandparents to pick up the slack. Kay Aitchison sees this in her own family. “Young families, especially, are too busy to get everything accomplished. Two careers pull them in all different directions,” she points out. “So there are lots of things getting missed, not being done, not covered.” “Grandparents are concerned about this,” Deacon Gary adds. “They tell us they are worried about passing down the faith, teaching kids manners, and a large number we hear from are concerned over the lack of teaching values.” Here, grandparents are powerful role models. They have a life of accumulated experiences — both good and bad — along with a skill set to share. However, the biggest obstacle the Aitchisons have discovered when speaking with grandparents is that they hesitate to get too deeply involved out of fear. “If you don’t share with your children and grandchildren your own life of faith and hope in the future,” Deacon Gary tells them, “the culture will teach them for you.” And that outcome gives many grandparents pause. “Most of all, grandparents
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“IF YOU DON’T SHARE WITH YOUR CHILDREN AND GRANDCHILDREN YOUR OWN LIFE OF FAITH AND HOPE IN THE FUTURE, THE CULTURE WILL TEACH THEM FOR YOU.” don’t want to interfere or cause trouble within the family,” he continues. “This is where we can help them explore new ways to enhance the grandparent/grandchild relationship. This like-to-like ministry gives grandparents support and friendship, while it empowers them in their new vocation.”
The value of grandparents Deacon Gary and Kay give talks to groups on grandparenting called “The Grand Adventure.” They begin by reminding audiences of the earliest tradition in Christianity of grandparenting — the lives of Sts. Joachim and Anne, grandparents of Jesus. According to the Greek Orthodox tradition, Mary’s parents moved with her from Nazareth to Jerusalem where they dedicated their daughter to God as a consecrated virgin at the age of 10.
Not long after this, St. Joachim died at age 80. St. Anne, a widow wishing to live close to her daughter, bought land for a tomb where she could be buried with her husband. The spot she chose? Near the gates of the Garden of Gethsemane. One can easily imagine Mary taking her son by the hand to visit and pray at the tomb of his grandparents throughout his early life. This makes his choice of the Garden of Gethsemane for his own final hours on earth steeped with tenderness and relevance for any grandparent’s meditation and prayer. “Along with self-confidence and family pride,” Kay says, “family stories teach the faith, ethics and values of a family. Our faith stories help us to see how God has worked in the family story and brought us to where we are today. They link us to the good and saintly people who have been part of the family chain, and these people provide models for newer generations. Children need heroes with whom to identify, and they are greatly enriched if [those heroes] can be in their own families.” “And it is the actions of grandparents that show their grandchildren how to be good citizens and witnesses to the faith,” says Deacon Gary. “They are ultimately models for aging — not only to their grandchildren, but also to their children.” Reprinted with permission from St. Anthony Messenger.
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Walk in nature. Explain how God is present in all things. Try looking for God in a plant, and if that sounds funny to your grandchildren, they’ll remember you doing it. Make sure you always have plenty of time to spare when speaking of faith matters with a grandchild. Rushing an encounter can turn a child off to further discussion in the future.
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Family reunions are a good time for children to meet relatives from across the country and understand where they fit in the larger family structure. Provide a designated wall for pictures of family and point out family members as you tell their life stories. You’ll be surprised at how children don’t seem to be listening, but they actually are.
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The best thing a grandparent can do is to listen first, speak when needed and always love everyone. At this stage of life, there is no time for hurt feelings. Be open and welcoming like Jesus.
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New church features traditional look >> Continued from page 1 master of ceremonies. In his homily, Archbishop Naumann thanked previous pastor Father Jim Shaughnessy who began the project, and Father Haverland who completed it. He thanked parish leadership and parishioners for their hard work and sacrifices. “Much of what we see today is also an effort to, in some ways, shadow the previous church that is often referred to as the ‘landmark church’ that dominated the skyline of Marysville for so many years,” said Archbishop Naumann. In remarks before the dismissal and the reception that followed, Father Haverland thanked parishioners for all their hard work and recognized persons who played key roles. “I can’t count how many emails and how many meetings this building took, but it was a lot,” he said. “We did this together,” he continued, “this was all of us; the faithfulness of you and the generosity of you. “So, this is our church — this is what we’ve done. Think of all the beautiful memories we’ll have in here . . . this great gift for all the generations of the people who will come after us. “This is a testament to you and your faithfulness.” This is the fifth church in the parish’s history, replacing the church built in 1975 to replace the “landmark
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Many were gathered in the new church, featuring 17 statues and a high altar from Austria. church.” The parish decided on a traditional design that echoed the 1895 version and many of the older churches in the surrounding area. The Gothic-style church has a 113foot steeple with working clock faces on each side and the three original bells from the 1895 church. The Landoll Corporation, a local business, built the steeple. Despite its traditional look, the basic structure is a pre-engineered metal building more associated with industrial and agricultural uses.
The church exterior has a burgundy -red brick veneer with limestone accents. It has a standing seam metal roof finished in a dark bronze color. The two medallions on the facade — St. Gregory and the archdiocesan coat of arms — are limestone-colored cast stone. The parish hall has one depicting the St. Benedict medal. The church interior has a clear, unobstructed view thanks to the tapered columns in the walls. The main area has 62 dark, red oak pews that can
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seat 600 and matching wainscoting on the walls. There is a choir loft with an organ and risers for a choir. The floor is mostly white and tan sand drift tile, and the area around the altar is white marble tile. The center aisle is blue terrazzo and has three medallions symbolizing the three theological virtues. The walls are golden brown, with light blue with gold trim behind the altar and devotional areas. There is extensive stenciling throughout. Many of the liturgical furnishings are heritage items. For example, the main altar features a Last Supper bas-relief from the altar of the 1895 church. Dominating the interior is a magnificent, Gothic-style high altar and reredos. It was made in Austria in 1865, and is from a closed and demolished church in Newark, New Jersey. It underwent extensive refurbishing and was reassembled from 400 pieces. It has 17 statues, including a large crucifix. The altar is set off from the pews by a Gothic-style Communion rail, echoing the design of the pews. The stained-glass windows, from the 1895 church but resized for the 1975 church, are being resized yet again. They will be installed later. The church, choir loft, narthex, day chapel and connecting hallway to the parish hall are a combined 14,540 square feet.
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Immigrant kids being separated from family a growing concern By Mark Pattison Catholic News Service
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ASHINGTON (CNS) — Since Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced a “zero tolerance” policy for immigrants crossing illegally into the United States, resulting in children being separated from their families, the number of minors in U.S. custody has grown by nearly 2,000. At the same time the federal government has only about 1,300 beds left before it has to tap into an existing network of 100 shelters in 14 states. “The situation is dire,” said Jill Marie Bussey, advocacy director for the Catholic Legal Immigration Network. Sessions announced the policy May 7. As of April 29, there were 8,886 migrant children in U.S. custody. By May 29, the U.S. Health and Human Services Department figures put the number at 10,773. These numbers don’t include the 1,475 children who had been placed with sponsors between October and December 2017 but cannot be accounted for by HHS. While the government made follow-up phone calls to the sponsors, not every sponsor could be contacted, or had returned a phone message. There had been alarm expressed over the Memorial Day weekend that, with the imposition of the zero-tolerance policy, immigrant children arriving in the United States had been separated from their parents and promptly lost. While that is not the case, HHS Deputy Secretary Eric Hargan said May 28, the Cabinet agency’s follow-up calls are not considered required. The HHS refugee office historically has said it is not legally responsible for children once they had been placed. Bussey begged to differ. “They don’t perceive themselves to be responsible for those children any longer, but the truth is we all are,” she told Catholic News Service during a May 30 telephone interview from Tucson, Arizona, where CLINIC was sponsoring a conference. Effects of the imposition of zero tolerance are being felt not just in the U.S. desert, but at ports of call, according to Jesuit Father Sean Carroll, executive director of the Kino Border Initiative, with dual offices in Nogales — Arizona on the U.S. side of the border, Sonora state on the Mexico side. “We have about 89 people at the port
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A Salvadoran immigrant carries her son in a field in Huehuetoca, Mexico, while trying to reach the U.S.-Mexico border in 2015. Attorney General Jeff Sessions announced a “zero tolerance” policy for immigrants crossing illegally into the United States, resulting in children being separated from their families. of entry Miguel, Sonora, waiting to be received by U.S. Customs. Most are from Guatemala. As of this morning, there were 89 people, and 57 of them were children,” Father Carroll said May 30. “Some, the majority, are with their families; some are unaccompanied [minors].” While Customs usually makes a near-immediate determination of the strength of asylum-seekers’ cases, now “people are waiting,” Father Carroll added. “The first people arrived on Friday [May 25]. They’ve been waiting five days, going on six, to be received by U.S. Customs.” Sessions raised an uproar when he said, “If you are smuggling a child, then we will prosecute you and that child will be separated from you as required by law.” He made the comments at the Association of State Criminal Investigative Agencies’ spring conference May 7. “If you don’t like that,” he added, “then don’t smuggle children over our border.” Father Carroll said some asylum-
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seekers near him have made the dayslong trek by bus, some by car, others on foot. And what Sessions said has not seemed to filter down to them. “I haven’t asked specifically, but most of them have little or no information” on the policy change, he said. CLINIC’s Bussey said there had been a federal policy in place called “family detention” “that’s been carried out by administration after administration.” “Unfortunately,” she continued, “what we’re seeing is a zero-tolerance policy of every child is at risk of being separated from their parent or guardian. Over time we keep on hearing that separation is used as a tool for deterrence, but time after time we see children and their parents presenting themselves at the border because they’re fleeing violence.” The mother of a 9-year-old child herself, Bussey said the government is ignoring the “push factors” that drive immigration. “If I’m the mother of a 9-year-old and I live in the Golden
Triangle (a region in northwest Mexico where the Sinaloa drug cartel has free rein), I know the gangs are going to kill my child. I’m going to take my child with me,” she said. “Seeking asylum is not illegal. What is illegal, what is not consistent or humane, is to turn them around,” Bussey added. Instead, she said, federal immigration officials should “say that their lives would be in danger and to let them in.” Family separation is “not only needless and cruel, it threatens the mental and physical health of both the children and their caregivers,” said a May 29 statement by American Psychological Association president Jessica Henderson Daniel. “The longer that children and parents are separated, the greater the reported symptoms of anxiety and depression for the children. Negative outcomes for children include psychological distress, academic difficulties and disruptions in their development,” Daniel said.
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EMPLOYMENT President and CEO - Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas (CCNEK) is seeking to recruit a new president and CEO. In partnership with the board of directors, this position is responsible for the organization’s overall success. This is a high-level leadership position that requires a bachelor’s degree (graduate degree preferred) and demonstrated success with a minimum of 10 years of experience in a senior management position. CCNEK is a ministry of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas and this position will have administrative leadership responsibility there in addition to CCNEK. Qualified candidates should email their resume to Dan Heiman, Cornerstone Executive Search, at: danh@cornerstone-kc.com or call (913) 341-7655 for additional information. Teacher assistant - Special Beginnings, Lenexa, is seeking full- or part-time after-school teacher assistants at all locations. 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HARCO Exteriors LLC Your Kansas City fencing specialists Family owned and operated (913) 815-4817 www.harcoexteriorsllc.com The Drywall Doctor, Inc. – A unique solution to your drywall problems! We fix all types of ceiling and wall damage — from water stains and stress cracks to texture repairs and skim coating. We provide professional, timely repairs and leave the job site clean! Lead-certified and insured! Serving the metro since 1997. Call (913) 768-6655. Swalms organizing - downsizing - cleanout service - Reduce clutter – Any space organized. Shelving built on-site. Items hauled for recycling and donations. 20 years exp.; insured. Call Tillar at (913) 375-9115. WWW. SWALMSORGANIZING.COM.
SERVICES Mike Hammer local moving - A full-service mover. Packing, pianos, rental truck load/unload, storage container load/unload and in-home moving. No job too small. Serving JoCo since 1987. St. Joseph, Shawnee, parishioner. Call Mike at (913) 927-4347 or send an email to: mike@mikehammermoving.com. Senior hairstyling - Haircuts, perms, roller sets. Savvy Salon, 5910 W. 59th Terrace Mission, KS, one block south of Johnson Dr. $5 off any service on 1st visit. Bonnie (816) 769-8511 Clutter getting you down? - Organize, fix, assemble, install! “Kevin of all trades” your professional organizer and “Honey-do” specialist. Call or email me today for a free consultation at (913) 271-5055 or KOATorganizing@ gmail.com. Insured. References. Rodman Lawn Care Lawn mowing, aeration, verticutting, mulching, Hedge trimming, leaf removal, gutter cleaning Fully insured and free estimates John Rodman (913) 548-3002 8 to Your IdealWeight Get Real, Get Healthy, Get Empowered. Release your weight and restore your power in 8 weeks! Certified coach: kathioppold.8toyouridealweight.com. Custom countertops - Laminates installed within five days. Cambria, granite and solid surface. Competitive prices, dependable work. Call the Top Shop, Inc., at (913) 962-5058. Members of St. Joseph, Shawnee. Quilted memories - Your Kansas City Longarm shop Nolting Longarm machines, quilting supplies and machine quilting services. We specialize in memorial quilts - custom designed memory quilts from your T-shirt collections, photos, baby clothes, college memorabilia, neckties, etc. For information or to schedule a free consultation, call (913) 649-2704. Visit the website at: www.quiltedmemoriesllc.com. Tree Trimming Tree Trimming/Landscaping Insured/References Free Estimates/Local Parishioner Tony (913) 620-6063 Cleaning lady - Reasonable rates; references provided. Call (913) 940-2959. Bankruptcy consultation - If debts are overwhelming you, seek hope and help from compassionate, experienced Catholic attorney, Teresa Kidd. For a free consultation, call (913) 422-0610; send an email to: tkidd@ kc.rr.com; or visit the website at: www.teresakiddlawyer. com. Please do not wait until life seems hopeless before getting good quality legal advice that may solve your financial stress. Professional window cleaner - Residential only. Fully insured. Over 40 years experience. Free estimates. Contact Gene Jackson at (913) 593-1495.
CAREGIVING Child care services Oskaloosa.Child.Care@gmail.com 707 Liberty St. M - S, 6 a.m. - midnight. Now registering! Act now! - Companion, caregiver, will give superior personalized care for you or your loved one. Retired nurse; cosmetology and massage therapy training. Will take to Mass, doctor, hospital, traveling, movies, out to eat, etc. Will do light housekeeping and grocery shopping. Call (913) 701-6381. CNA - Professional background in caregiving, provides quality private home care assistance for the elderly in the comfort of you home. Part-time or full-time assignments. Will consider live-in arrangements. 20 years’ seasoned experience. Dedicated to clients. Call (816) 806-8104. >> Classifieds continue on page 13
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CALENDAR GARAGE SALE Queen of the Holy Rosary 22779 Metcalf Rd., Bucyrus June 9 from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. June 10 from 8 a.m. - noon
Come see what’s for sale at this 700-family garage sale. On Sunday, most items that will fit into a trash bag will be $5 per bag. For more information, call (913) 244-2403.
ICE CREAM SOCIAL Holy Name of Jesus Parish 1007 Southwest Blvd., Kansas City, Kansas June 9 from 5 - 11 p.m.
There will be a taco dinner, bingo, raffle, children’s games and many other activities. Live music will be provided by Stranded in the City.
PARISH FESTIVAL Our Lady of Perpetual Help 3333 Broadway, Kansas City, Missouri June 9 from 3 - 10 p.m.
There will be games for all ages, burgers, hotdogs, bouncy houses, Mexican and Asian specialty foods, beverages and music. There will also be raffles for great prizes.
PARISH PICNIC St. Malachy Parish 1008 Main St., Beattie June 10 at 5 p.m.
The cost for a supper of beef brisket or pork is $10 for adults: $5 for kids ages 4 - 10. There will also be bingo, other games, a raffle and an auction.
GARAGE SALE Church of the Ascension 9510 W. 127th St., Overland Park June 13-16
June 13: 3 to 7 p.m., pre-sale $5 per person; June 14: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.; June 15: 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; and June 16: 8 a.m. to noon (bag sale, all you can fit bags are $5 or $10).
A buffet style chicken dinner will be served following the 10:30 a.m. Mass. The cost is: $10 for adults; $4 for kids 5 - 12; and kids 4 and under eat for free. There will be bingo, other games, raffles and a silent auction.
PICNIC AND AUCTION St. James Parish 306 5th St., Wetmore June 10 at 4:30 p.m.
MEMORIAL LITURGY Curé of Ars Church 9405 Mission Rd., Leawood June 16 at 8 a.m.
There will be a memorial liturgy for deceased loved ones followed by a grief support meeting in the Father Burak Room. The topic will be: “Family Dynamics after Loss.” For more information, call (913) 649-2026.
PROJECT RACHEL REUNION June 16 at 10 a.m.
The Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas and the Kansas City-St. Joseph Diocese will be sponsoring the reunion for past participants and retreatants of Project Rachel. We would love to welcome you back. Call Pat at (913) 621-2199 or send an email to: project rachelkck@archkck.org for details.
There will be authentic Mexican food, mariachis and live entertainment from Paradize Band on Friday and Grupo on Saturday. There will be carnival-type games on Saturday. Admission is free.
BEGINNING EXPERIENCE Precious Blood Center 2140 St. Gaspar Way, Liberty, Missouri June 22 - 24
This is a weekend away for those who are widowed, separated and divorced; who are suffering the loss of a love relationship and may feel left out by their church and uneasy around married friends. For more information, go to the website at: www.beginningexperiencekc. org; send an email to: register.bekc@gmail. com; or call Lori at (913) 980-7966.
‘SEE SOMETHING, SAY SOMETHING’ Prince of Peace Parish 16000 W. 143rd, Olathe June 10 from 7 - 8:30 p.m.
LEGATUS SUMMER SOCIAL Bishop Miege High School (St. Angela Merici Chapel, west entrance) 5041 Reinhardt Dr., Roeland Park June 13 at 6 p.m.
The Legatus Kansas City Chapter invites qualifying Catholic CEOs, presidents or managing partners and theirs spouses to Mass at 6 p.m. There will be a reception and dinner following Mass at Mission Hills County Club. If you are interested in membership in Legatus and would like to explore a monthly meeting, RSVP by June 7 to: KansasCity@Legatus.org or call Nelson Newcomer at (816) 564-2658.
CHURCH PICNIC St. Mary Parish 9208 Main St., St. Benedict June 24 at 5 p.m.
Come enjoy a buffet-style meal of fried chicken and ham for the cost of $10 for adults and $5 for kids 4 - 10. Take out meals will also be available. Games, inflatables, concessions and an auction featuring quilts will also be on the grounds.
ALUMNI MASS Holy Spirit School 11300 W. 103rd St., Overland Park June 24 at 10:30 a.m.
All Holy Spirit School alumni are invited to join us for Mass, followed by refreshments, fellowship and friendship.
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A Mass with prayers for healing, sponsored by archdiocesan charismatic prayer groups, will be held. Father Anthony Ouellette will preside. For more information, call (913) 649-2026.
The cost for a dinner of roast beef and ham is: $10 for adults; $5 for kids 4 - 10; and kids 3 and under eat for free. There will be games for all ages on the church grounds. The auctions begins at 8 p.m. inside the church hall.
Adults and students in grades 6 - 12 are invited to attend this presentation and discussion on domestic minor sex trafficking by AWARE KC speakers. For more information, go to the website at: www.popolathe.org/aware-kc.
The event will begin with Mass. There will be lunch, praise and worship music by Joe Heron, a keynote talk by Chad Pirotte, games and fellowship.
HEALING MASS Curé of Ars Church (Father Burak Room) 9405 Mission Rd., Leawood June 14 at 7:30 p.m.
MEXICAN FIESTA St. John the Evangelist Parish 1234 Kentucky, Lawrence June 22 and 23 from 6 - 11:30 p.m.
CHURCH PICNIC Sacred Heart Parish (hall) 22298 Newbury Rd., Paxico June 10 at noon
FAMILY FAITH REVIVAL St. Rose Philippine Duchesne Park West 1525 Rd., Centerville June 24 at 10:45 a.m.
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ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Immaculate Conception Parish 208 Bertrand Ave., St. Mary’s June 24 at 4 p.m.
Caregiving - We provide personal assistance, companionship, care management, and transportation for seniors in their home, assisted living or nursing facilities. We also provide respite care for main caregivers needing some personal time. Call Daughters & Company at (913) 341-2500 and speak with Laurie, Pat or Gary.
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There will be a celebration of the 25th anniversary of Father Raymond Mays’ ordination to the priesthood. It will begin with Mass and be followed by dinner in the parish hall.
Residential lifts - New and recycled. Stair lifts, porch lifts, ceiling lifts and elevators. St. Michael’s parishioners. KC Lift & Elevator at (913) 327-5557. (Formerly Silver Cross - KC)
FAMILY SPECIAL-NEEDS SUMMER CAMP Prairie Star Ranch 1124 California Rd., Williamsburg June 29 - July 1
For sale - 3800-square-foot shop with 3-phase electricity, with or without machine-shop equipment. 30 minutes from downtown Kansas City in Tonganoxie. Building: $230,000. Call Pat at (913) 689-9244.
A summer camp for families who have a child (or children) with special needs will be held. For information about the camp, go online to: www.archkck.org/specialneeds for details or call Tom Racunas, lead consultant for the special-needs ministry, at (913) 647-3054 or send an email to: tracunas@archkck.org.
‘FINDING THE SACRED THROUGH DEPRESSION’ Sophia Spirituality Center 751 S. 8th St., Atchison June 27 from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
This retreat explores the value of deepening spiritual practices to find new hope and discover one’s own path to the God of grace and compassion. For more information or to register, call (913) 360-6173 or visit the website at: www.sophiaspiritualitycenter.org.
SAINT THOMAS AQUINAS’ GRADE SCHOOL SUMMER CAMPS St. Thomas Aquinas High School 11411 Pflumm Rd., Overland Park June and July
There will be a variety of summer camps for students entering grades K - 8 to explore and discover their potential in both sports and other activities. Information about the camps and registration forms are available on the website at: www.stasaints.net/ summer camps. If you have questions, call the athletic office at (913) 319-2416 or send an email to: btriggs@stasaints.net.
TOTUS TUUS FOR PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Queen of the Holy Rosary 7023 W. 71st St., Overland Park July 23 - 27 from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
The Totus Tuus teams will offer an adapted Totus Tuus program for people with special needs. This program is designed for persons ages 6 to adult with intellectual or developmental disabilities. The registration deadline is July 2. For information on how to register or volunteer, go to the website at: www.archkck. org/specialneeds; call Tom Racunas at (913) 647-3059; or send an email to: tracunas@ archkck.org.
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DEADLINE: Noon, Thursday, 10 days before the desired publication date. INCLUDE: time and date of event; street address; description of event. SEND TO: beth.blankenship@theleaven.org.
For sale - Located in Floral Hills Cemetery at 7000 Blue Ridge Blvd., KCMO. Four plots located in the Garden Of Prayer in section 11, lot 18, markers 24, 25, 26, and 27. Asking $2800.00 per lot . We are willing to negotiate pricing if you would want all 4 lots. Call Lilly (816) 501-8053 or (918) 964-7079. For sale - Double lawn crypt at Resurrection Cemetery in Lenexa, Garden of Hope section, double lawn crypt, lot 78 C, space 4. Conveyance fee included. $7500. Call Lou at (512) 294-2869. For sale - Double lawn crypt at Resurrection Cemetery in Lenexa, Garden of Hope section, double lawn crypt, lot 78 C, space 4. Conveyance fee included. $7500. Call Lou at (512) 294-2869. For sale - Two internal side-by-side crypts in the Mausoleum at Resurrection Cemetery. Call (913) 631-4348 for pricing.
RENT Wants to rent - Elderly couple looking to rent either a villa or patio home with two bedrooms and a garage in the Olathe area. Call (843) 295-4984. For rent - Share rent and utilities beginning Aug. 1st. Private, spacious bedroom, bath and study in lovely home on Mass street in Lawrence. Garage, kitchen and laundry privileges. Law/grad student preferred. Text 7852508528. For Rent - Three bedroom, single-family home in Prairie Village near 80th and Metcalf. $1650 per month, utilities not included. Call Chip at St. Joseph Realty, Inc., at (913) 724-4010.
WANTED TO BUY Will buy firearms and related accessories One or a whole collection. Honest evaluation and top prices paid. Contact Tom at (913) 238-2473. Member of Sacred Heart Parish, Shawnee. Wanted to buy - Antique/vintage jewelry, paintings, pottery, sterling, etc. Single pieces or estate. Renee Maderak, (913) 475-7393. St. Joseph Parish, Shawnee.
REAL ESTATE Whole Estates Need to sell a home and everything in it? We buy it all at once in as-is condition. Call (816) 444-1950 or send an email to: www.wholeestates.com.
VACATION Branson condo - Newly updated. Perfect for couples or families. Sleeps six; fully furnished; WiFi; no stairs; close to entertainment; pools; exercise room, tennis and golf available. Call (913) 515-3044.
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COMMENTARY
Just eazzzzzzzz into God
TENTH WEEK OF ORDINARY TIME June 10 TENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Gn 3: 9-15 Ps 130: 1-8 2 Cor 4:13 – 5:1 Mk 3: 20-35 June 11 Barnabas, apostle Acts 11: 21b-26; 13: 1-3 Ps 98: 1-6 Mt 5: 1-12 June 12 Tuesday 1 Kgs 17: 7-16 Ps 4: 2-5, 7-8 Mt 5: 13-16 June 13 Anthony of Padua, priest, doctor of the church 1 Kgs 18: 20-39 Ps 16: 1-2, 4-5, 8, 11 Mt 5: 17-19 June 14 Thursday 1 Kgs 18: 41-46 Ps 65: 10-13 Mt 5: 20-26 June 15 Friday 1 Kgs 19: 9a, 11-16 Ps 27: 7-9c, 13-14 Mt 5: 27-32 June 16 Saturday 1 Kgs 19: 19-21 Ps 16: 1b-2a, 5, 7-10 Mt 5: 33-37 ELEVENTH WEEK OF ORDINARY TIME June 17 ELEVENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Ez 17: 22-24 Ps 92: 2-3, 13-16 2 Cor 5: 6-10 Mk 4: 26-34 June 18 Monday 1 Kgs 21: 1-16 Ps 5: 2-3, 5-7 Mt 5: 38-42 June 19 Romuald, abbot 1 Kgs 21: 17-29 Ps 51: 3-6, 11-16 Mt 5: 43-48 June 20 Wednesday 2 Kgs 2: 1, 6-14 Ps 31: 20-21, 24 Mt 6: 1-6, 16-18 June 21 Aloysius Gonzaga, religious Sir 48: 1-14 Ps 97: 1-7 Mt 6: 7-15 June 22 Paulinus of Nola, bishop; John Fisher, bishop, and Thomas More, martyrs 2 Kgs 11: 1-4, 9-18, 20 Ps 132: 11-14, 17-18 Mt 6: 19-23 June 23 Saturday 2 Chr 24: 17-25 Ps 89: 4-5, 29-34 Mt 6: 24-34
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s that your dad?” Oh, those were the words I dreaded to hear in church growing up. They inevitably led to one of two reactions: Either I wanted “limbo” under the pew in front of me and hide, or I wanted to burst into uncontrollable laughter. You see, Mom and I usually sat by ourselves at Mass in the middle of church. Because he was an usher, Dad sat at the reserved kneeler and chair under the choir loft stairs. Quite frequently, while our parish priest was preaching his heart out, my dad was simply “out” — as in asleep, comfortably nestled in his reserved seat. Now that was bad enough, but what was most embarrassing was Dad’s napping came with accompaniment: snoring. And like any good musical composition, it was rhythmic, beautifully punctuated by a crescendo then a decrescendo. (Miraculously,
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FATHER MARK GOLDASICH Father Mark is the pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Tonganoxie. He has been editor of The Leaven since 1989.
though, he always woke up in time to take up the collection!) Oh, how tempted I was whenever Mom asked that dreaded question to answer: “No, it’s actually your husband!” or “No, but it sounds like that chainsaw is sure doing its job!” Naturally, I just kept my mouth shut and tried to think of serious things like killer tornados or even, well, the homily.
And I still can’t get through Holy Thursday without thinking of Dad. Now, it’s traditional to keep vigil after the celebration of the evening Mass until midnight. At my home parish, the Holy Name Society — along with the pastor — always took the 11 p.m. to midnight shift. And, yes, Dad was a faithful member. Each year, Mom and I would enlist the support of one society member to be Dad’s “keeper.” And each year, without fail, after nudging my dad awake about 20 times, the “keeper” would admit defeat. That left Mom and me, at our usual spot in
church, asking the dear Lord for: a hard-of-hearing pastor; a muzzle; or a quick and merciful end to the Holy Hour. And Dad’s charism wasn’t limited to church. One year when I was in the college seminary, a couple of priests on the staff came to Kansas during a summer evening to visit. We decided to sit on the front porch where there was a refreshing breeze. Now, mind you, Mom had been threatening Dad all day to please, just this once, stay awake with the guests. Well, as we settled down to visit, the priests insisted that Dad sit in the chaise lounge. As my Mom’s eyes bugged out, Dad grinned and gave in to the priests’ wishes. In no time at all, we were treated to Carl Goldasich’s “Concerto for Nose and Throat, Opus 10.” While my mom apologized profusely, one of the priests said, “Hey, don’t worry! That’s the sign of a clear conscience!” I like to believe that he was right.
As we anticipate Father’s Day, these memories flood my mind. Although Dad died almost 37 years ago, I still miss him. He was a powerful, but humble, example of what a Christian man should be. He was a great dad and husband. He was involved in the parish beyond Sunday Mass. He was a hard worker who spent 32 years on the 6 a.m. shift at General Motors as a metal finisher. And in his spare time, he was the neighborhood fix-it guy and chauffeur. No wonder he was so tired! This Father’s Day, let’s make our dads feel special. If he’s deceased, make plans to visit his grave, pray and share memories with family. If your dad is living, spend some quality time with him, treat him to a meal out and maybe even let him grab a nap. My dad would highly recommend it. Not only is it a sign of a clear conscience; it’s the best way to eazzzzzzzzz into God’s hands!
Do we, too, fail to recognize God’s power?
e believe in a God who is compassionate and all-merciful; “Compassionate and merciful is the Lord” (Sir 2:11). On the other hand, Jesus’ words in Sunday’s Gospel reading, Mk 3:20-35, might sound as though they contradict that belief. Specifically, he says: “Whoever blasphemes against the Holy Spirit will never have forgiveness, but is guilty of an everlasting sin.” Does that mean that if someone says something derogatory about the Holy Spirit, they can never be forgiven? Does it mean that you can’t take it back? That doesn’t sound like Jesus. When we see him in the Gospel reading, Jesus has been driving out
THE GOSPEL TRUTH
FATHER MIKE STUBBS Father Stubbs is the pastor of Holy Cross Parish in Overland Park and has a degree in Scripture from Harvard University.
demons as part of his healing ministry. He has gained quite a reputation as an exorcist. Consequently, his enemies
have accused him of cooperating with Satan to explain his power over the demons: “By the prince of demons he drives out demons.” In his response to these accusations, Jesus describes them as blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. Previously, the scribes had accused Jesus of blasphemy. Now he returns the favor. By attributing the
POPE FRANCIS Pope Francis asked Catholics to recognize and be thankful for the undeserved gift of the Holy Spirit they received with the sacrament of confirmation. “It is a gift to be cherished with care” and to follow with docility, “letting oneself be molded like wax from the burning love” of the Holy Spirit, the pope said May 30 at his weekly general audience in St. Peter’s Square. During the audience, the pope was treated to a performance by tae kwon do athletes from South Korea.
demons’ expulsion to Satan rather than to the Holy Spirit, the scribes are denigrating the Holy Spirit’s work. Jesus’ words do not seek so much to place limitations on God’s mercy. Rather, they emphasize the seriousness of the sin that the scribes are committing when they claim that Satan is behind the expulsion of the demons, when it is actually the Holy Spirit at work through Jesus. That is the blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. We may feel far removed from a world where demons are expulsed and exorcists are called into question. Consequently, we may wonder if and how Jesus’ words might apply to us. Do we ever risk committing this awful sin of
blasphemy against the Holy Spirit? Does Jesus mean this warning for us? The scribes who criticized Jesus failed to recognize the power of the Holy Spirit at work in Jesus. Do we ever fail to recognize God’s power at work in our world? Do our prejudices and predispositions blind us to seeing the good and lead us to calling it evil? Are we so opposed to our enemies that we are unable to see them doing anything good? In that case, we echo the scribes in the Gospel reading. They were so opposed to Jesus that even when he performed good deeds, they claimed that Satan was behind it all.
The initiative was supposed to include athletes from North Korea, but the North decided not to participate, South Korean media reported May 25. The North Korean tae kwon do federation reportedly cited the military exercises between South Korea and the United States May 25 as the main reason for withdrawing from the scheduled event. Even though the North Korean athletes “did not arrive,” the performance for the pope “was still a message of peace,” Greg Burke, the Vatican spokesman told reporters. The pope thanked the athletes for sending the world an important message. “It is a message of peace for all of humanity,” he said. — CNS
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Hearing is believing
Audio-Reader Network volunteers bring The Leaven to life for the visually impaired
LEAVEN PHOTO BY JOE MCSORLEY
Dee Dee Eccles reads The Leaven aloud as a volunteer for the Audio-Reader Network, traveling from Overland Park to Lawrence each week to record in a studio at the University of Kansas. By Susan Fotovich McCabe Special to The Leaven
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VERLAND PARK — It was a tough call. But when Holy Cross parishioner Dee Dee Eccles was given the choice of reading aloud a hunting magazine for the visually impaired — or The Leaven each week — it was Father Mark Goldasich’s column that made all the difference! Eccles had spent a life reading aloud to her students and her children. Then, just as the Overland Park resident was enjoying the perks of retirement from full-time teaching, she saw a story in The Leaven about the paper’s addition to the Audio-Reader Network. She applied to be a volunteer reader. The network is a service of The University of Kansas and features the audio recordings of nearly 50 publications. Volunteers read and record the content — from stories to advertisements — allowing individuals who are either visually impaired or otherwise print-challenged to keep up with their favorite publications. The benefit to listeners is clear. But volunteer readers say they are reaping the rewards as well. “It’s a service designed to help others in need, yet I never realized how much it would help me, too,” Eccles said. “I was always familiar with The Leaven,” she said, “and would breeze through some of the stories. “However, now I read the entire paper. I’ve learned so much about all the functions and ministries of the archdiocese. Archbishop Naumann is busy!” Eccles does not regret choosing The Leaven over the hunting magazine. She was drawn to The Leaven’s human interest stories, she said, as well as its columnists. Not to mention that she’s a big fan of Father Mark.
“When I get to that page, I get very excited,” she said. Beyond her classroom and parenting experience, Eccles spent time as a customer service representative for the Disney catalog. She enjoyed the phone work. For the Audio-Reader Network, Eccles records in its KU campus studio. Similarly, Lenexa resident and Good Shepherd parishioner Jan Kinney has enjoyed her volunteer work with the Audio-Reader Network. She, also, learned about the opportunity by reading about it in The Leaven. She records her stories by phone and splits the newspaper with another reader. “I was an avid reader growing up and have been my entire life,” Kinney said. “I was fearful that if ever I lost my vision, I would lose what I enjoy so much — reading. “Someone has to read to the people who can’t and who want to enjoy the written word.” Kinney began by reading the Iola Register and HyVee advertisements before being asked if she’d like to read The Leaven. Like Eccles, Kinney said she never read The Leaven as deeply as she does now. “I get so much more out of The Leaven stories now,” she said. “My favorite articles are stories of conversion, like the recent story on Toby Cook with the Royals. “We tend to hear so much about those who have fallen away from the church that it’s nice to hear stories of those who seek out the church.” Kinney, who admits she speaks quickly in conversation, focuses on reading a little slower. Additionally, she feels it’s important to add emotion and inflection when recording. If anyone was trained for the job, it is Overland Park resident and Church of the Ascension parishioner Tamara Seyler-James. She enjoyed a career in California and New Mexico as a radio broadcaster, prosecutor and business litigator.
Seyler-James spends 90 minutes phoning in her recordings of the last nine pages of The Leaven and another hour prepping to describe photos. One of her favorite parts of The Leaven is reading the calendar. “I often wondered, from looking at my life,” she said, “why I was given a fantastic education and great work life, because my true vocation is to family life. “This opportunity allows me to give back from the gifts I was given and tells me that nothing in my life was wasted.” Each of the women auditioned for the job, rehearsed the pronunciation of one-, two- and three-syllable words, described photos and were evaluated on their pace and delivery. Kinney spends about an hour a week reading her portion of The Leaven, while Eccles spends 90 minutes reading the entire paper. Aside from a dry throat (treated with lozenges and water), Eccles says her biggest challenge is the correct pronunciation of names, as well as Latin and religious terms. For Seyler-James, names — and her allergies — can be tough. Both she and Kinney say describing photos can be challenging. “I try to describe what’s going on in the photo. For example, I might say that the woman in the picture is wearing a red dress, that someone is holding a bouquet of flowers or standing at a podium and reading,” Kinney said. “I just try to be as specific as possible.” Tom Racunas, lead consultant for the archdiocese’s special-needs ministry, hears from family members of listeners who appreciate the service. But there’s another benefit, said Racunas. “The service provides all kinds of newspapers and books for listeners,” he said. “The Leaven is just one option out of many. “It is conceivable that non-Catholics listen to The Leaven. So in that sense, it is a great tool for evangelization.”