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St. John Paul II

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Martin Faith, founder and CEO of Scottish Stained Glass, looks over a design in his workshop. SSG was commissioned in May 2017 to produce the stained-glass windows at Santa Marta retirement community in Olathe. Dallas-based Maria Sheets was the artist who painted the windows.

BEHIND THE GLASS

The story of the Santa Marta windows By Olivia Martin olivia.martin@theleaven.org

LATHE — Santa Marta retirement community here houses a valuable treasure, practically secret to the outside world. It’s not a chest of silver and there’s no “X” that marks the spot. But a visit to Santa Marta’s small chapel is all it takes to discover the community’s masterpieces: three hand-painted stained-glass windows depicting St. John Paul II, St. Teresa of Calcutta and St. John XXIII.

St. Teresa of Calcutta

St. John XXIII

How a stained-glass window is made • Windows are designed using sketches and computer programs. • Sheets of glass are cut and sent to the painter.

The process

• The glass is painted and fired, and the surrounding glass design is cut. • The glass is shipped to the workshop for assembly. • The glass pieces are put together with molten lead and tin mix. Joints are soldered together.

Tithing with art

• The window is shipped to its destination and installed.

Known for bridging divisions, no better examples of Christianity in the modern world could have been chosen than St. John Paul II, St. Teresa of Calcutta and St. John XXIII. According to Msgr. Raymond Burger, chaplain of Santa Marta at the time of the commissioning of the windows, a group of Santa Marta residents collectively chose these saints to be rendered.

“They wanted modern saints,” said Msgr. Burger, “so it was only appropriate that they chose those three.” Originally, the donation of the windows was anonymous. However, it was revealed in September that the donors were Betty and Tom Zarse, late residents of Santa Marta. “My dad was a believer in tithing,” said Robert Zarse, son of Tom and

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Betty and a parishioner of Holy Trinity Parish in Lenexa. Faithfully setting aside 10 percent of their income for their parish annually and responding to the church’s needs came naturally to the Zarses. And the Santa Marta windows were simply the fruits of that generosity.

his week The Leaven kicks off a series of articles about the clergy sexual abuse crisis and what steps the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas is doing

to ensure the safety of its parishioners. The series, called “Safeguarding the Faithful,” starts on page 16 (where the stories will usually appear) with how priests’ morale has been affected by the crisis.

Commissioned in May 2017, the windows were created by Scottish Stained Glass (SSG) using the same method and craftmanship used for hundreds of years. With branches across the United States, the creation of the windows was a national team effort that began in Kansas City. Megan Hessman, senior designer for SSG, worked directly with Santa Marta and then-anonymous donor Tom Zarse to arrive at the design. “Tom was a very insightful person to work with,” said Hessman. “He wanted everything balanced and . . . wanted the saints to look like they were floating.” In choosing a clear glass design that matches the lattice tiling in the chapel, Hessman and Zarse created a design that unified the chapel. >> See “CONTEMPORARY” on page 7

But in this issue, look for a story on archdiocesan report investigator Jan Saylor on page 5, and Father Mark Goldasich’s take on the crisis on page 14.

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ARCHBISHOP

encourage every member of the archdiocese to offer prayers for the victims of the mass shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. Please pray also for their families, friends and all members of the Jewish community, as they mourn the loss of these innocent victims of a hate crime. Please also consider reaching out personally to local members of the Jewish community to express sympathy and solidarity with our Jewish brothers and sisters. As Catholics, we must oppose vigorously any and all expressions of anti-Semitism, as well as all other forms of racism and religious intolerance. This tragedy was a hate crime and an act of terrorism that strikes at the very foundations of a democratic society. We must renew our commitment to prevent similar future tragedies. This past weekend, I had the opportunity to see “Gosnell — The Trial of America’s Biggest Serial Killer.” The movie depicts the trial of Dr. Kermit Gosnell, the Philadelphia abortionist who was charged with more than 300 criminal offenses. The movie punctures the myth that legalized abortion translates into safety for women. The unsanitary conditions of Gosnell’s clinic were well-known by the Philadelphia Health Department, but were ignored because it was politically unacceptable to make public anything unsavory or negative about abortion. The movie is a well-made courtroom drama. Though the subject matter is grisly, the movie shelters the viewer from gory images of aborted babies. Nor is it ideologically strident, but, rather, it faithfully presents the courtroom records. It makes clear that the prosecutors considered themselves pro-choice and took great pains to avoid the trial being used against current public policies that permit legalized abortion. Nevertheless, the Gosnell case makes clear how extreme and permissive our current laws are regarding abortion. Perhaps the most telling scene is when Gosnell’s attorney calls as a defense witness, a Planned Parenthood physician

Archbishop Naumann

LIFE WILL BE VICTORIOUS ARCHBISHOP JOSEPH F. NAUMANN who has performed more than 30,000 abortions. His examination of the Planned Parenthood doctor seeks to make the case that the practices in a Planned Parenthood clinic were not substantially different from the accusations made against his client, Dr. Kermit Gosnell. Catholics have a moral responsibility to vote. If you have not already participated in early voting, please vote on Nov. 6. We also have a responsibility to be well-informed voters. We must allow Catholic moral principles to help guide our vote. There are many issues about which Catholics must have genuine concern. We must work for generous policies of legal immigration and refugee resettlement that seek to continue America’s tradition of being a safe haven for those fleeing persecution in their homeland as well as better opportunities for their families, while at the same time protecting our borders and national security. We must support policies that give a preferential option to the poor, helping those who are weakest and most vulnerable. We must select candidates who work to bring about civility in our public discourse and strive to promote racial and religious harmony, as well as the God-given dignity of every human being. The life issues always demand a high priority in our discernment as voters. The Kansas Supreme Court appears to be poised to invent a right to abortion in the Kansas Constitution, probably imperiling many of the current modest legal limitations on abortion. At the same time, the U.S. Supreme Court may

begin at least to allow states more authority to regulate abortion and perhaps even prohibit most abortions. The abortion position of those representing us in state government has never been more important. Unfortunately, there are no candidates who perfectly represent our moral concerns as Catholics. We must pray for wisdom and prudence as we choose those we empower to represent and govern us. On the lawn of the Cathedral Basilica in St. Louis stands a 14-feethigh, welded stainless steel sculpture by the Polish-American artist Wiktor Szostalo. It features a winged angel with African-American facial features, standing behind three children with Hispanic, Asian and European features, playing a hymn of peace on diverse instruments. The angel’s wings are actually wind chimes. The statue was donated by Adelaide Schlafly in memory of her late husband Daniel, who was an active Catholic layman who worked tirelessly for the cause of racial justice and peace. The statue, called Angel of Harmony, also commemorated the 1999 pastoral visit to St. Louis by St. John Paul II. On sides of the base of the sculpture there are quotes from the New Testament, Dr. Martin Luther King and Pope John Paul II. The quote from St. John Paul was excerpted from an address he gave in St. Louis on Jan. 27, 1999. The Holy Father pleaded: “America will remain a beacon of freedom for the world as long as it stands by those moral truths which are the very heart of its historical experience. And so, America if you want peace, work for justice. If you want justice, defend life. If you want life, embrace the truth — the truth revealed by God.”

Nov. 2 St. Martin of Tours Mass — Curé of Ars, Leawood Nov. 3 Little Brothers of the Lamb Mass and dedication of monastery 24th annual Bishop Miege Foundation Mass and dinner Nov. 4 Olathe Pregnancy Clinic blessing and grand opening Nov. 5 Missionaries to Family program of Paradisus Dei presentation — Savior Pastoral Center One Faith, One Family, One Future in Christ — Priest advisory council meeting Confirmation — Sacred Heart, Tonganoxie Nov. 6 Priests Personnel meeting Administrative Team meeting Nov. 7 Presbyteral Council meeting Catholic Foundation of Northeast Kansas Deo Gratias dinner Nov. 8 Via Christi Health annual meeting Vespers and dinner with priests ordained in the last five years Nov. 9-15 U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops meeting — Baltimore Nov. 15 Religious Alliance Against Pornography conference call Nov. 15-16 Visit Pope St. John XXIII Seminary — Weston, Massachusetts Nov. 17 Rural Catholic Youth Conference Mass — Topeka Capital Plaza Nov. 18 Crosier Mass and brunch — Savior St. Rose Philippine Duchesne Awards, Mass and reception — Sacred Heart, Mound City

Archbishop Naumann joins U.S. bishops in days of prayer, penance By Joe Bollig joe.bollig@theleaven.org

ANSAS CITY, Kan. — As Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann prepares for the annual fall general assembly of U.S. bishops Nov. 12-14 in Baltimore, he will join other bishops in a week of prayer and penance. Although this is specifically a prayer effort of the bishops, Archbishop Naumann invites all archdiocesan Catholics — clergy, religious and laity — to join him in praying for certain intentions. In an Oct. 26 letter to all bishEACH ops, the president of the U.S. BISHOP IS ASKED Conference of Catholic BishTO COMMIT TO ops, Cardinal SOME FORM OF Daniel DiNardo, asked each U.S. FASTING OR bishop — active retired — SACRIFICE DURING and to join him in seven days of inTHOSE SEVEN tensified prayer DAYS. and reflection from Nov. 5-11, just prior to the fall general assembly. “In addition, each bishop is asked to commit to some form of fasting or sacrifice during those seven days,” said Cardinal DiNardo. Archbishop Naumann has already begun such a commitment. In a column published in the Aug. 31 issue of The Leaven, Archbishop Naumann pledged that he would personally begin a strict discipline of fasting and abstinence on Wednesday and Friday of each week for the renewal and cleansing of the church. Additionally, he pledged to offer one Mass and one rosary a week for the healing of victims of sexual abuse in the church. He will continue this regimen through the seven days, but will fast each of the days as well. The U.S. bishops have three prayer intentions for the seven days: • For the healing and support of all victims of clergy sexual abuse • For the conversion and just punishment of the perpetrators and concealers of sexual abuse • For the strength of the bishops to be holy shepherds in protecting and leading our sheep from all harm In an earlier statement inviting the bishops to prayer and penance, the USCCB Administrative Committee said, “This is a time of deep examination of conscience for each bishop. We cannot content ourselves that our response to sexual assault within the church has been sufficient. Scripture must be our guide forward, ‘be doers of the word and not hearers only’ (Jas 1:22).” In a letter to archdiocesan priests, Archbishop Naumann said he would “appreciate your prayers for an outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon all the bishops, especially during the general assembly, where we will be making critical decisions in response to the clergy sexual abuse crisis.”

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LOCAL NEWS

CEF CHANGES LIVES

Gaudeamus celebration highlights organization’s good work By Jill Ragar Esfeld jill.esfeld@theleaven.org

VERLAND PARK — This year’s Gaudeamus celebration, a fundraiser for the Catholic Education Foundation (CEF), had a record-breaking attendance and raised more than $1.2 million. But for the evening’s student speaker, Bishop Ward senior Ailen Jorge, the night did more than break records. It changed her life. A senior at Bishop Ward High School in Kansas City, Kansas, Jorge emigrated from Cuba with her family when she was a child. A CEF scholarship enabled her and her two sisters to attend Catholic school. Before her sophomore year at Bishop Ward, Jorge was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. It was devastating news for a 16-yearold to process. “I pushed away from God,” she said. “I couldn’t understand why this was happening to me.” Jorge traveled a long road of surgeries and treatments, but found support in her Catholic community at Bishop Ward. “The only thing that would get me through was talking to my religion teacher about all the pain I carried in my heart,” she said. She soon realized God was walking the journey with her, giving her strength and a new outlook on her life. “My experience has shaped my plans for the future,” she said. “I plan to go to nursing school, and want to become a neonatal nurse practitioner.” Today, Jorge has been cancer free for two years. She will graduate next spring and be the first in her family to attend college. After her moving speech at Gaudeamus, it was announced that University of Saint Mary, Leavenworth, administrators, who were present at the event, were offering Jorge a full scholarship. CEF board chair Terry Sexton took the stage after the announcement. “The ripple effect of your generosity,” he told the audience, “truly extends into eternity.” The evening’s highlight was the announcement of the 2018 Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann CEF School of Excellence. Coincidentally, it was the grade school Jorge attended, Christ the King in Kansas City, Kansas. Dr. Kathleen O’Hara, superintendent of archdiocesan schools, presented the award, saying the mission statement of Christ the King states simply what all Catholic schools strive to do: “Marry faith and scholarship.” “If you walk the halls of Christ the King,” she said, “you’ll see a spirit of community that is unmatched.” Principal Cathy Fithian and pastor Father Mark Mertes accepted the award.

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The drumline from Mater Dei School in Topeka provides entertainment for the attendees at the Catholic Education Foundation’s annual Gaudeamus celebration on Oct. 20 at the Overland Park Convention Center. “It’s a great honor to accept the School of Excellence award, especially knowing the great company of schools from which we were chosen,” said Fithian. Fithian told the audience that Christ the King has a goal of leading its students to a joy-filled life, with Jesus as the focus. Its mission is to form Christ-like thinkers for the kingdom of God — and the name of the school is both a privilege and a challenge to exemplify. “Because we are Christ the King School,” said Fithian, “we feel called to represent him every day to all the people that we meet and serve.” Fithian thanked CEF on behalf of her faculty, staff, students and families. “We pray that God’s grace and generosity comes back to you, Archbishop Naumann, the Catholic Education Foundation and all of you — our supporters — a thousand times over,” she said. The Michael and Patty Morrisey Angels Among Us Award was then presented to Hamp and Nikki Henning and Glenn and Joan Wells. Each couple expressed their gratitude for being recognized by CEF. It was the first Gaudeamus celebration for CEF’s new executive director Vince Anch and he was impressed with the hard work of the volunteers, particularly the committee chairs Pat and Shannon Lillis. He was also grateful for the generosity of the patrons. “I’m really excited to be able to meet so many wonderful people who make our mission possible,” he said.

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Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann’s 10 reasons to support CEF and our Catholic schools 10. You can actually have Christmas pageants that feature Jesus, Mary and Joseph. 9. Every child should have the opportunity for a Catholic education. 8. Every parent should be able to send their children to a Catholic school. 7. We never want Catholic schools to be elite institutions only for those with

economic means.

6. Our Catholic schools are academically excellent. 5. Science and faith are partners; our young people learn that science and faith both are pursuing the truth which ultimately leads to God.

4. We form our young people to appreciate what are called the transcendentals — truth, beauty and goodness. Our young people learn that there is truth and it is accessible to us by reason. They also learn God reveals himself to us in beauty and, as part of that, he reveals himself to us in goodness. Our young people grow up with those three transendentals that lead them to the ultimate transcendent: God. 3. Not only are our young people allowed to pray in school, they learn to pray in school.

2. Our young people come to know not only that there is a God who created the universe, but that this God took on our humanity to have friendship with them. He has a personal love for them. He wants to have this friendship with them that will take them through whatever life may throw at them.

1. They come to know their purpose in life which is to know, love and serve God in this world and to live with him forever. After a closing prayer by the archbishop, which included his top 10 reasons to support the CEF (see sidebar),

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LOCAL NEWS

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Benedictine student Evan Sutherland helps Sleep in Heavenly Peace build beds so that no child in Atchison has to sleep on the floor. Since May 2017, the group has built 36 beds. The demand, however, continues, with at least 65 requests for beds still pending.

NOT IN OUR TOWN

Organization works to make sure no kid sleeps on the floor By Erin Hunninghake Special to The Leaven

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TCHISON — Many of us take for granted the simple pleasure of being tucked into our own bed every night — and forget that some are denied this luxury. Thanks to a group called Sleep In Heavenly Peace, however, those numbers are dropping in Atchison County. Sleep in Heavenly Peace originated in Twin Falls, Idaho, in 2012 with a simple mission: “No kid sleeps on the floor in our town.” What started with a simple Facebook post by founder Luke Mickelson, that he hoped would surface the need for a bed or two, has now grown into something much larger — and continues to spread. The Atchison chapter came about this past spring, thanks to the work of Benedictine College’s associate professor of engineering Patrick O’Malley. “I found the group on Facebook and knew that with all the new space in BC’s engineering building, building beds was something we could get into pretty easily,” O’Malley said. With the help of senior engineer major Saige Baalman, O’Malley rallied interest before traveling to Idaho for

Atchison’s Sleep in Heavenly Peace group will hold its next build on Nov. 10. Those interested in volunteering to help build or donate can learn more on the group’s Facebook page at: facebook.com/SHPBenedictineCollege/.

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Volunteers work out of the engineering building on the campus of Benedictine College in Atchison, constructing beds for Sleep in Heavenly Peace. The next build day is set for Nov. 10. The organization started up in May of this year. official training. By May, the BC group was building their first set of beds for the needy in Atchison. The group now has nine individuals leading the charge for several “build days,” with the help of BC students and other volunteers from around the county.

“One of the nice things is, it’s set up like an assembly line,” O’Malley said. One volunteer cuts wood, the next drills holes. “We can teach them one specific job quickly,” he continued, “and have the student leaders manning every station. “We have people show up who had

never used a power tool in their life, but they get that experience with us.” In September, around 70 volunteers showed up to build beds at BC and enjoyed a special visit from Mickelson in the process. Mickelson helped the group build 20 beds that day before speaking to a BC leadership class the following Monday. “What most people don’t realize is how big the need is,” O’Malley said. “It’s kind of a hidden problem in Atchison. You never really see it — kids having to share a bed.” Since May, the group has built 36 beds. The demand, however, continues with at least 65 requests for beds still pending. “The need is really great,” said O’Malley.

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LOCAL NEWS

‘THEY WILL BE HEARD’

Former FBI agent independently investigates allegations of abuse for the archdiocese By Joe Bollig and Olivia Martin Leaven Staff

REPORTING ABUSE

ANSAS CITY, Kan. — The initial report of abuse in the church could come from many sources: a concerned teacher or coach, a parent, a pastor or even the victim. Regardless of the source, however, the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas’ response begins with Jan Saylor, report investigator for the archdiocesan office of child and youth protection (OCYP). Plying her hardearned skills SEE ALSO . . . on behalf of Page 16 — Priests share the church how they are dealing since 2015, with the crisis. Saylor is no stranger to Page 14 — Father Mark i nve s t i ga Goldasich offers his tions. unique take on the issue. She has 35 years of experience in law enforcement as a city police officer, a Kansas Highway Patrol trooper and a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. “When I was an FBI agent in St. Louis,” said Saylor, “I was designated the Crimes Against Children coordinator, so I worked many different cases that involved children — including kidnapping, murder, sex trafficking and sexual exploitation.” Additionally, Saylor oversaw investigations involving the internet exploitation of children while the supervisor of the FBI Cyber Crimes Task Force in the Kansas City field office for over three years.

The investigation procedure “[My] duty is to investigate allegations of abuse of minors and vulnerable adults

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Jan Saylor, report investigator for the archdiocesan office of child and youth protection, has 35 years of experience in law enforcement as a city police officer, a Kansas Highway Patrol trooper and a Special Agent with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. by employees, priests, clergy, volunteers or anybody who works for the archdiocese,” said Saylor. This includes suspicions of abuse, inappropriate behavior or sexual misconduct. “Anytime I get a phone call, even if it’s not an allegation of abuse, I record it, and it will always be documented for future reference,” said Saylor. “There are protocols that we follow,” she continued. “If I receive an allegation of abuse directly, I notify Father Riley, the OCYP director, and then ensure the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) and law enforcement are notified as required by law. Typically, DCF contacts law enforcement, but we have done both.” Saylor begins her investigation with whoever made the initial report. She interviews the reporting party and/or victim, as well as the person who has been accused. Once her investigation is complete, Saylor gives the case file to Father Riley, who facilitates the convening of the Independent Review Board. The board is an independent body of persons appointed by the archbishop that reviews policies and procedures, reviews allegations of sexual abuse of children and vulnerable adults, and consults

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If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, you should make a report to the Kansas Department for Children and Families Protection Report Center by calling (800) 9225330. If you or someone you know has been abused by a cleric, employee or volunteer of any archdiocesan parish, school or agency — regardless of when the abuse may have occurred — call the archdiocesan confidential report line at (913) 647-3051 or the victim assistance coordinator, at (913) 298-2944, after calling local law enforcement. The Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas places the protection of children as its first priority. Furthermore, the archdiocese respects the sincere concerns of all individuals who report misconduct, and is thus committed to conducting thorough investigations of all such allegations.

with the archbishop. After the board reviews and discusses the case file, it makes recommendations regarding the outcome of the investigation and any further action which may be taken by the archdiocese to the archbishop. “If an allegation is proved true, believed to be true or, if after our investigation we believe the allegation to be credible or substantiated, the individual against whom the allegation was made is permanently removed from his or her position or ministry within the church,” said Father Riley. “The most important thing is to protect the child,” said Saylor. “Everyone is given the presumption of innocence, but the church always puts the welfare of the child first.”

Independent investigation While abuse of a minor or vulnerable adult is a crime, not all misconduct is criminal. In some cases, persons are accused of violating archdiocesan safe practice measures or canon law, but not civil law. “If it’s not criminal, law enforcement wouldn’t be involved,” said Saylor. Saylor is limited in the sense that she does not have law enforcement powers.

She cannot subpoena records or gain access to police reports (unless the person involved gives it to her), or force people to talk to her. But she is free to use public information. “For example, let’s say I learned a suspect had been allegedly investigated for sexual abuse 10 years ago at a public school,” said Saylor. “I can’t go to that school and say, ‘Give me the records of that person,’ and I can’t go to the local police department and ask for the report,” she continued. “They wouldn’t give it to me unless I got permission from the victim. “But because of my experience, I can put together at least an understanding of credibility to an allegation and get the information that either substantiates it or not.” She also cooperates with law enforcement authorities as their investigation allows.

A transparent system “An important part for us, too, is to show transparency,” said Saylor. “That’s part of the problem,” she added, “that people believe the church is sweeping things under the rug. “I don’t know that the current crisis could have been avoided, but I do know that, since I’ve been here, I have great confidence in Archbishop [Joseph F. Naumann] in his adherence to the zero tolerance for abuse of children.” Saylor further emphasized the importance of not hesitating to contact her with allegations, suspicions or questions. “It doesn’t mean we will have to investigate, but if people have questions and see something they think could be considered grooming or signs of abuse, they can always call me,” she said. “They will be heard,” she continued. “It will be addressed and documented. Protocols will be followed.” “I want people to know that whether they report online, through the confidential report line or other means,” said Saylor, “their allegations will end up with me — someone who is independent, trained to take information and investigate it objectively, and has the requisite skills and experience to do so. “Because that’s what I’ve done for 35 years.”

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FAMILY LIFE

Saint was urging meditation before meditation was cool

am always intrigued when I find an article that claims to reveal a formula to better our marriage and our life. It was in reading one such article that I found myself transported to Italy, to a small town on Lago Maggiore, just north of Milan. The author of the article was suggesting that the secret to slowing down and getting the most out of life is found in some simple advice from St. Charles Borromeo, whose feast day is Nov. 4. The name “Borromeo” reminded me of the giant statue of the saint found in the town of Arona, on the west shore of Lago Maggiore. I visited there during a school field trip as a child. Visitors can climb inside the statue like they do in New York with the Statue of Liberty. Saint Charles lived in the 16th century and came from nobility. His family owned much of the land around Lago Maggiore. Charles gave up wealth and fame to follow his vocation to the priesthood. Soon after being ordained a priest, he was ordained bishop at age 25 and appointed archbishop of Milan. He was a very influential figure at the Council of Trent. In his dedication to reform the church, St. Charles created the first

Question for reflection: When can you schedule a few moments of quiet reflection in your day?

JOHN BOSIO John Bosio is a former marriage and family therapist, director of religious education and diocesan family life coordinator. He is a member of the National Association of Catholic Family Life Ministers.

seminary to educate priests, and supported Pope Paul V in establishing the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine to form laypeople in the faith. The Confraternity of Christian Doctrine is still known today in many parishes as CCD. So, what is St. Charles’ simple advice that helps us get the most out of life? He told his priests and laypeople that each day they should spend some time in quiet reflection. He called it “meditation.” He said that meditation can be done at home or in the fields, on the road or at work. It is not important how long. What is important

WHY NOT SCHEDULE A TIME WHEN WE CAN TURN OFF ALL THE NOISES AROUND US — THE PHONE, THE RADIO, THE TV, THE COMPUTER AND ANYTHING ELSE THAT DISTRACTS US — AND JUST ENJOY THE QUIET PEACE OF THOSE FEW MOMENTS? is that we schedule this time among our routines and make it a habit. Saint Charles’ simple advice is actually difficult to carry out for many of us today. We live busy lives with constant demands placed on us — by our spouse, our children, co-workers, bosses, customers and many others. On the one hand, we

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say to ourselves: “Where do we find the time to be alone quietly for a few minutes?” On the other, deep in our heart we wish we had a quiet moment during our day. So, why not schedule a time when we can turn off all the noises around us — the phone, the radio, the TV, the computer and anything else that distracts us

— and just enjoy the quiet peace of those few moments? But what do we do during this quiet time? Some of us may just enjoy the peace and quiet and take a deep breath and relax knowing that there will not be any interruptions. This may last two or three minutes or 10 or 15, or as long as you are able. Saint Charles advises us to take advantage of this moment to reorient ourselves — to remind ourselves of what is important in our life. It is a time to review one’s day and to plan ahead. This is also a time for prayer — a time for us to stand or sit quietly in God’s presence and listen to God’s voice. In this regard, Ralph Waldo

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Emerson is reported to have said: “Let us be silent, that we may hear the whisper of God.” I asked some couples I know how they find quiet time in their daily life. Here is what they shared with me. • “I get up early in the morning, sit in my favorite chair and read the daily Scriptures for the liturgy of the Mass.” • “I make my quiet time my commute to work. It’s a long drive and I use some of that time to think about my plans for the day and say the rosary.” • “I step away from my desk at lunch and find a spot where I am not likely to be disturbed.” • “My husband and I say a prayer together in the evening to thank God for the events of the day.” • “When I go to bed and everything is quiet, I review my day and pray.” We will start a new church year in just a few weeks. Why not place in our daily schedule a time for quiet reflection and make it a new habit?

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LOCAL NEWS Rita (Tangeman) and Charles Broxterman, members of Annunciation Parish, Fr a n kfo r t , will celebrate their 6 0 t h w e d d i n g anniversary on Nov. 10. They will celebrate with family and friends. The couple was married on Nov. 11, 1958, at St. Mary Church, St. Benedict. Their children are: Duane, Gerald, Paul, Micheal, Mary Beth Broxterman Gurtler, Jason, Toby, Larry, Rick and Jon (deceased). The couple also has 23 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. They request no gifts.

Jane and Larry Hesse, members of Christ the King Parish, Topeka, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on Nov. 9. The couple was married on Nov. 9, 1968, at Sts. Peter and Paul Church, Seneca, by Father Tom Hesse. They celebrated with family in Branson, Missouri. Their children are: Holly Harte, Erin Gieber, Thomas Hesse, John Hesse, Carmen Carey and Kaylee Hesse. They also have 10 grandchildren.

Catherine (Brinkman) and Joseph Huber, members of Holy Spirit Parish, Overland Park, celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary on Nov. 1. The couple was married on Nov. 1, 1958, at St. Catherine of Siena Church, Oak Park, Illinois. Their children are: Elizabeth Connolly, Joseph Huber and Matthew Huber. They also have four grandchildren.

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Contemporary figures presented a challenge for stained-glass artist >> Continued from page 1 Six to eight weeks later, Dallas-based artist Maria Sheets began hand-painting each window. “Painted glass is really specialized,” said Martin Faith, founder and CEO of SSG. “You have to be a really, really good artist to pull something like this off — Maria is.” One of only a handful of artists worldwide who have mastered painting on glass, Sheets had her work cut out for her — especially with Santa Marta’s windows. “There’s a tradition [in stained glass] where we copy [figures from] old panels that artists have made,” said Sheets, “but we don’t know what those people looked like.” But the three modern saints in Santa Marta presented more of a challenge. “It was especially important for me to get them very beautiful [because these are] contemporary figures who people have seen and actually know,” she said. It took Sheets three months to paint the windows, averaging one week of work on each face and pair of hands. After each layer of paint, the glass was transferred and fired in a kiln — a delicate process. “By the time I bring [the glass] to the shipper, I’ve moved it from the kiln to my table 44 times,” said Sheets. The pieces of glass were assembled

in Colorado and Texas then shipped to Kansas. They were finally installed in November 2017.

Pride in a job well done Years ago, Faith saw St. John Paul II in Colorado. He knew then that this pope was someone he could follow. “People saw him as being more human and more personable than some of his predecessors,” said Faith. The pontiff continued to touch Faith’s life to such a degree that he, too, donated some of his own money to help make the Santa Marta windows a reality. “This may be my favorite project of all time,” said Faith. And after overseeing the creation of 70,000 stained-glass windows over a span of 30 years, that’s saying something. “I’m hoping people stop and look in their eyes and think about these people as humans, as people who struggled,” said Sheets. “It’s a memorial.” The beauty of their memorial certainly is not in vain. “To have something of beauty and that really expresses our Catholicism,” said Robert Zarse, “that means a lot to [the Santa Marta residents]. “It’s good for them to have a chapel that’s really pretty.”

n old Irish proverb says, “It is in the shelter of each other that the people live.” Indeed, we are created to depend upon one another and walk together in suffering. But when family members or friends approach life’s end, we may not know how best to “shelter” them. Here are some concrete ways we can compassionately care for them.

INVITE GOD IN

Pope Francis has said that “praying in difficult situations is like opening the door to the Lord, in order that he might enter.” The dying process is a sacred time — a final season to seek closure in this life and prepare for the next in the hope of sharing in Christ’s resurrection. As you enter into this season with your friend or family member, ask God to accompany both of you.

CARING FOR LOVED ONES AT LIFE’S END Surround them with love,

support and companionship that are “anchored in unconditional respect for their human dignity, beginning with respect for the inherent value of their lives.” — “To Live Each Day with Dignity,” USCCB

LISTEN

Try to discover your loved one’s values and how best to honor his or her wishes. This requires true empathy. It can be hard not to assume he or she wants the same thing you think you would want if you were in the same situation. Listen with a nonjudgmental ear so your loved one feels free to speak openly.

INFORM YOURSELF

Be aware that wishes for refusing ordinary or proportionate treatment — or for pursuing assisted suicide — are usually rooted in fears of dependency, helplessness or pain. Make yourself available to discuss these or any concerns. Know that hospice care focuses on alleviating pain and other symptoms, meeting basic needs and providing comfort. Seek to understand the Catholic Church’s teaching on end-of-life care, which can help you provide authentically loving support that respects life.

BE STEADFAST IN COMPASSION

As Pope Francis reminds us, “Compassion means ‘suffer with.’” Your friend or family member will likely face ups and downs. Recognize these as part of a natural process. Surround him or her with love, support and companionship that are “anchored in unconditional respect for their human dignity, beginning with respect for the inherent value of their lives.” The patient’s suffering can be alleviated by your empathy, as well as by quality hospice care by medical personnel.

HELP THEM ACHIEVE CLOSURE

Help your family member or friend define the unfinished personal projects, financial concerns, unresolved relationships or other matters that occupy his or her mind. Due to changing circumstances, some goals may need to be reframed. Creating and accomplishing this list of unfinished business can help the person discover a sense of purpose and feel more at peace.

PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR RESOLUTION

Ira Byock, a hospice medical director, illustrates in his book “The Four Things That Matter Most” how saying “I love you,” “I’m sorry,” “I forgive you” and “Thank you” can promote much-needed healing during the dying process. You can help ensure a peaceful transition for your loved one by facilitating opportunities for reconciliation with others and for mutual expressions of love and gratitude. Consider offering to invite a priest to hear his or her confession and to administer the Eucharist as viaticum and the sacrament of the anointing of the sick, all of which heal the soul and prepare us to meet the Lord.

REMINISCE

Our appetites diminish as our bodies experience a decreased need for food and fluids when we near life’s end. Provide smaller amounts of your family member’s or friend’s favorite foods. Even if unable to eat them, he or she may still enjoy the aromas and reminisce with you about special memories they evoke.

PROVIDE A PEACEFUL PRESENCE

There comes a time of natural withdrawal from surroundings when dying persons may lose interest in many activities that used to be enjoyable. Your own quiet, patient presence can provide important support as your loved one prepares emotionally and spiritually for his or her passing. Hearing can become very acute, so placing the phone in another room, playing favorite music, reading a favorite passage, praying together or simply sitting quietly with him or her can all be very soothing.

SHOW TENDERNESS

Those who are dying remain in need of the tenderness of personal human contact. Ask if you might gently brush your loved one’s hair, apply lotion to her hands or feet, or simply hold his hand. Tell stories, laugh and share memories to reassure the person he or she is a cherished gift, not a burden in any way.

BEAR THEIR TRANSITION PATIENTLY

Transition, the time immediately preceding death, may bring rapid physical changes, such as in breathing patterns, as well as changes in mental or emotional states. Try to be patient, and allow the “how” and “when” of death to be between God and your loved one. Ask God for the wisdom to know what final words to say — if any— and when. As you are able, give your loved one permission to make the transition. For example, you might say, “I love you. It’s OK to go home now.”

Accompanying a loved one in his or her last days is enormously important work, but we do not need to fear our own limitations. Pope Francis tells us, “[God] comes to assist us in our weakness. And his help consists in helping us accept his presence and closeness to us. Day after day, touched by his compassion, we also can become compassionate toward others.” Article courtesy of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Committee on Pro-Life Activities. For more information, go online to: www.usccb.org/respectlife.

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NATION “What you begin to realize after a very long time is it isn’t about the deed. It’s about the control.”

Domestic abuse victims find escaping their predicament no easy matter

Authorities order dioceses to retain documents By Rhina Guidos Catholic News Service

By Agnieszka Ruck Catholic News Service

ANCOUVER, B.C. (CNS) — Nothing could have prepared Adelaide for the nightmare that was 18 years

of her life. She had married that many years ago, having checked off the stereotypical “Catholic” boxes: She saved sex for marriage, was wed to a Catholic man and was open to having as many children as God gave them. However, just weeks after her wedding, things took an unexpected turn: Her husband was becoming manipulative. It wasn’t through drunken tirades or threats of violence but through alternating periods of silent treatment and rage. Like most domestic abuse victims, Adelaide, who asked that her real name not be used, didn’t realize how harmful her husband’s actions were at first. “It is like boiling a frog. The stories I could tell you about what it was like you would say, ‘That’s insane. You know that’s nuts, right?’ This many years, looking backward, yes, I do. But when you’re in the middle of it, no,” she said of the abuse she faced. “I was newly married, I was pregnant already and Catholic. I went into this fully expecting this grand sacrament to be a grace and a blessing . . . and I thought: ‘Well, if that bothers him, I won’t do it anymore,’” she said. “What you begin to realize after a very long time is it isn’t about the deed. It’s about the control.” Adelaide is not alone. In 2016, more than 93,000 people — 79 percent of them women — reported domestic abuse to police, according to Statistics Canada. Though every domestic abuse victim has a different, harrowing story, their accounts have similar threads of manipulation and control. “The stress of being in an abusive relationship is crazy. You’re always on high alert, in fight-or-flight mode, because you never know when the next attack is coming,” Laura, not her real name, told The B.C. Catholic, newspaper of the Archdiocese of Vancouver. Laura’s husband of six years was verbally and financially abusive, yelling inches from her face, overspending while blaming her for gaps in family finances and keeping secret email accounts and relationships with other women. Once divorce proceedings began, she realized how her sense of selfworth had been systematically dismembered. “It’s hard to leave because you’ve been so demolished by the ongoing power and control and you don’t know what life looks like outside of that anymore,” she said. “It was a lot easier to get married

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A Catholic abuse survivor said domestic abuse is more prevalent than most realize and that many victims have struggled to find help from medical professionals, the court system and the Catholic Church. October is observed as Domestic Abuse Awareness Month in North America. than to get out of the marriage.” Adelaide and Laura felt medical professionals, the court system and even the Catholic Church largely failed them. “Even Catholic women get told: ‘You just need to have more sex. You need to make him better dinners. You need to be dressed up when he comes home from work.’ That’s advice from the 1950s,” Laura said. After discovering photos of another woman on her husband’s phone, Laura went to her parish to seek solace in the confessional. When she admitted she didn’t know how to confront her husband, the priest replied: “Are you sure you want to blow up your marriage?” That was the last time Laura sought help from the church. Instead, she turned to online groups where she could get advice and remain anonymous. Adelaide found that priests she encountered seemed to lack understanding. While working part-time jobs and getting four hours of sleep at night, she asked for financial assistance to care for her five children. One pastor said he couldn’t help because he didn’t want to appear to support divorce; another said he had to check the story with her husband. She eventually found a priest who listened with compassion. He helped pay for her children’s school tuition and affirmed her for providing for them and raising them as faithful young Catholics. Not every abuse victim has a poor encounter with the church, however. Agnes Drewniak, operations manager at Domestic Abuse Services — Our Lady of Good Counsel Society in Surrey, British Columbia, said in the four years she has served abuse victims, she has noticed more people seem to be aware of the issue. “It used to be that priests would say, ‘Don’t get divorced. The kids will suffer.’ Now I am hearing from a client who left not long ago that she confided to a priest. He said, ‘This

is not a good situation for you to be in. You have to look for help. It’s not OK for him to treat you this way.’” October is observed across North America as Domestic Abuse Awareness Month and Drewniak hopes that speaking about the issue can help abuse victims feel supported and less judged. “It happens everywhere, and unfortunately also in Catholic families,” she said. “If you suspect that someone might be abused, let them know you are ready to talk to them. Offer them help. Let them know you are there and they won’t be judged if they disclose something.” While awareness, support groups and housing exist for female victims of domestic abuse, it’s remarkably difficult for male victims to get help. “There not only isn’t any knowledge of it, but the knowledge that exists is backward and really harmful,” said Louis, who also asked that his name be changed. Louis faced 30 years of yelling, insults and beatings from his wife. But he said the physical violence was nothing compared to the ridicule he received. “If I could have made a deal: ‘Don’t say anything, don’t run me down, don’t call me fat, don’t call me weak, don’t call me stupid, don’t call me a failure, don’t say any of that, and you can hit me once a day,’ I would have taken that in a heartbeat,” he said. Louis found no support from friends, family or the church. Only a psychiatrist believed Louis’ abuse accounts and offered help. Louis also discovered two films including “The Browning Version” — that touched on domestic abuse toward men and helped him realize he was not alone. Despite the lack of support from the church, Adelaide, Laura and Louis have not abandoned their Catholic faith. “Back then, I was destroyed. Now I’m shaken, but I know Jesus is real,” Laura said.

ASHINGTON (CNS) — An attorney for the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops has confirmed that federal officials have asked the organization to keep documents and other files that might pertain to possible sex abuse allegations and other matters and to order the same of all dioceses around the country. “We have transmitted the U.S. attorney’s letter at his request and in the spirit of cooperation with law enforcement,” said Anthony Picarello, associate general secretary and general counsel for the USCCB in an Oct. 29 email to Catholic News Service. News reports in late October said U.S. Attorney William M. McSwain, of the Eastern District of Pennsylvania, sent the bishops’ conference a letter and instructions about the preservation of documents in early October asking that it be sent around to the country’s 197 dioceses. In mid-October, The Associated Press news agency said McSwain had started issuing subpoenas in Pennsylvania, where the state attorney general Aug. 14 released a grand jury report detailing decades of claims of sex abuse by clergy and other church workers in six of the state’s Catholic dioceses. The report, which was the result of a monthslong probe into a 70-year period beginning in 1947, also claimed that church officials in many cases handled allegations of abuse by hiding them and brushing aside victims. Since its release, more than a dozen attorneys general around the country have announced investigations of their own, seeking church records about what diocesan authorities knew of past abuse. The New York Times said in an Oct. 26 story that the recent request for documents at the national level marks the first time federal authorities have looked on this scale at the church’s handling of the abuse crisis.

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Synod: Listen to, support, guide, include young people By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service

ATICAN CITY (CNS) — The Catholic Church and all its members must get better at listening to young people, taking their questions seriously, recognizing them as full members of the church, patiently walking with them and offering guidance as they discern the best way to live their faith, the Synod of Bishops said. While the synod’s final document spoke of friendship, affection, sexuality and “sexual inclinations,” those issues were not the center of concern in the lengthy final document, which was released Oct. 27. The synod, which began Oct. 3 and was to conclude with a Mass Oct. 28, brought together 267 voting members — cardinals, bishops, 18 priests and two religious brothers — and 72 experts and observers, including three dozen men and women under 30 to discuss “young people, the faith and vocational discernment.” The focus of the final document was on improving ways to support young Catholics’ baptismal call to holiness, to welcome the contributions they make to the church and help them in their process of growing in faith and in deciding the state of life that would best correspond to what God wants from them. The emphasis on the church listening to young people also led to an emphasis on the church listening to all people — including women — renewing communities and structures for a “synodal church” where all members listen to, support and challenge one another and share responsibility for the church’s one mission of spreading the Gospel. “Listening is an encounter in freedom, which requires humility, patience, willingness to understand and a commitment to working out responses in a new way,” the document said. “Listening transforms the heart of those who live it, above all when they take on an inner attitude of harmony and docility

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Pope Francis blesses the unborn child of Gina and Jonathan Lewis after a session of the Synod of Bishops on young people, the faith and vocational discernment, at the Vatican Oct. 26. Jonathan Lewis was a synod observer. to the Spirit of Christ.” The bishops said they heard from many young people a need for “courageous cultural conversion and a change in daily pastoral practice” to promote the equality of women in society and in the church. “An area of particular importance in this regard is the presence of women in church bodies at all levels, including in leadership roles, and the participation

of women in church decision-making processes while respecting the role of the ordained ministry,” the document said. “This is a duty of justice.” However, the final document was amended before passage to remove one specific suggestion on where to begin promoting greater equality in the church. The draft document had called for “avoiding the disparity” at the synod between the men’s Union of Superiors

General, which has 10 voting members at the synod, and the women’s International Union of Superiors General, which had three non-voting observers at the assembly. The document acknowledged how, in some countries, young people are moving away from the church or question its teachings, especially on sexuality. The church’s response, the synod said, must be a commitment of time and patience as it helps young people “grasp the relationship between their adherence to faith in Jesus Christ and the way they live their affectivity and interpersonal relationships.” Church teaching that all people are called to chastity and to refraining from sexual relations outside the bond of marriage between a man and a woman must be presented clearly, but not with a judgmental attitude, it added. The document mentioned young people’s questions about homosexuality, sexual orientation and differences between men and women and called for “a more in-depth anthropological, theological and pastoral elaboration” on the church’s position on those issues. The final document used the term “sexual inclination” rather than “sexual orientation” as the draft document had. “The synod reaffirms that God loves every person and so does the church, renewing its commitment against all sexually-based discrimination and violence,” the final document said. “It also reaffirms the decisive anthropological relevance of the difference and reciprocity between man and woman and considers it reductive to define the identity of persons solely on the basis of their ‘sexual orientation.’” The clerical sex abuse scandal and financial scandals in the Catholic Church are leading many people, not only young people, away from the faith, the synod acknowledged. Behind the crime of abuse, it said, there lies a “spiritual void” and a form of exercising power that led some priests to believe their ordination gave them “power” over others rather than called them to serving others.

African church warns against illusions of ‘gospel of prosperity’ By Jonathan Luxmoore Catholic News Service

XFORD, England (CNS) — African church leaders cautioned churchgoers against a false “gospel of prosperity” after a bishop in Ivory Coast said it was gaining ground in Catholic parishes. “People seeking quick solutions are being hypnotized into believing a single prayer can become a magic formula for riches and the good life,” said Father Paul Sandi, secretary-general of the Inter-territorial Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Gambia and Sierra Leone. “Although it isn’t rampant yet in the Catholic Church, we’ve had to caution charismatic priests not to encourage the prosperity gospel, especially when it’s brought in by outsiders,” he told Catholic News Service Oct. 29. The priest’s concerns echoed a warning from Bishop Ignace Bessi Dogbo of Katiola, Ivory Coast, president of the Ivorian bishops’ conference, who has urged theologians to defend the church against “drifts and deviations” in teach-

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A man walks outside the Cathedral of St. Paul in 2013 in Abidjan, Ivory Coast. African church leaders cautioned churchgoers against a false “gospel of prosperity” after a bishop in Ivory Coast said it was gaining ground in Catholic parishes. ing. Father Sandi said each Catholic diocese had its own pastoral plan for tackling prosperity gospel notions, which are being driven by widespread poverty.

Msgr. Lazarus Anondee, secretary general of Ghanaian bishops’ conference, confirmed the rising popularity of the prosperity gospel as Christian preachers attract young people with

promises of jobs and economic rewards. “The Catholic Church will never endorse such ideas, which deceive people into thinking that, by some so-called miracle, manna will fall from heaven,” he told CNS Oct. 26. “You have to work to achieve something, and the church would rather empower people through education and vocational training,” Msgr. Anondee said. Associated with several U.S. televangelists, the prosperity gospel suggests God rewards financial donations to a church with material benefits and physical well-being. The concept has gained influence since the 1980s among Pentecostal and charismatic movements in Africa, Asia and Latin America. It draws on biblical texts to highlight God’s will that people should be happy and prosperous. It sees sickness and misery as curses alleviated by a devout faith and selfless giving. In an address Sept. 12 to Catholic theologians in Yamoussoukro, Ivory Coast, Bishop Dogbo said he was concerned prosperity gospel concepts were finding their way into the Catholic Church as gullible parishioners erred in seeking material salvation.

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Local handyman - Painting int. and ext., staining, wood rot, power wash, decks, doors and windows, masonry, hardwood floors, gutter cleaning, water heaters, toilets, faucets, garbage disposals, ceiling fans, mowing and more!! Member of Holy Angels Parish, Basehor. Call Billy at (913) 927-4118.

Looking for assisted living at home? - Before you move, call us and explore our in-home care options. We specialize in helping families live safely at home while saving thousands of dollars per year. Call today for more information or to request a FREE home care planning guide. Benefits of Home - Senior Care, www.benefits ofhome.com or call (913) 422-1591.

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.

SERVICES 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. Water damage restoration - Framing, insulation, painting, Sheetrock, mold treatment and lead-safe certified. Insurance claims welcome. Serving Wyandotte and Johnson counties for 25 years. Call Jerry at (913) 206-1144. HARCO Exteriors LLC Your Kansas City fencing specialists Family owned and operated (913) 815-4817 www.harcoexteriorsllc.com 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. 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. 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.

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.

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. We buy houses and whole estates - We are local and family-owned, and will make you a fair cash offer. We buy houses in any condition. No fees or commissions and can close on the date of your choice. Selling your house as is never felt so good. Jon & Stacy Bichelmeyer (913) 599-5000. I NEED HOUSES! - We are members of Holy Trinity Parish and we pay cash for any real estate without any realtor commissions or fees. We buy houses in any condition, including bad foundations. If you would like an easy, no-hassle sale at a fair price, please call me. We have 15 years of experience. Mark Edmondson, (913) 980-4905.

VACATION Beech-front condo - One bedroom, fully furnished condo in Freeport, Grand Bahamas Island. Sleeps four. Wi-Fi, fully furnished kitchen, great beaches, local owner. More information and photos online at: www. coralbeach1602.com.

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.

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.

FOR SALE 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) For sale - Two adjoining plots at Mount Olivet Cemetery in the Crucifixion area, close to the road. Original cost $1825 per lot. Will sell both lots for $2500 or separately for $1250 each. Call Lesley at (913) 908-2162. For sale - Two side-by-side crypts; tier B, 13 and 15, located in the St. Joseph Chapel at Mount Calvary Cemetery, the only two left in the chapel. Call (913) 269-6176 for pricing. For sale - One plot at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Topeka. Call Virginia at (785) 215-0866. For sale - Four adjoining roadside plots, section 8, lot 7, spaces 1 - 4, at Mount Calvary Cemetery in Kansas City, Kansas. Reasonably priced at $6400 with a value over $8500. Willing to divide plots. Call (785) 986-6480.

CAREGIVING Just like family - Let us care for your loved ones in their homes. Two ladies with over 50 years’ combined experience. Looking for night shift coverage, some days. Great price, great references. Both experienced with hospice care. Call Ophelia at (913) 570-7279 or Kara at (913) 3431602. CNA - Professional caregiver provides quality private home care assistance for the elderly in the comfort of your home. Part-time or full-time assignments. Will consider live-in arrangements. 25 years seasoned experience. Dedicated to clients. Call (816) 806-8104.

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CALENDAR DIVORCED: CALLED TO LOVE AGAIN Church of the Ascension (St. Luke Room) 9510 W. 127th St., Overland Park 2nd and 4th Sundays at 7 p.m.

What’s next after divorce/annulment? Join us for a formation series on the gift of self, which helps us fulfill the call to love again. Visit our Facebook page at: www.facebook. com/giftofself143 or send an email to: calledtolove143@gmail.com.

MATER DEI FALL BAZAAR Mater Dei Parish and School 934 S.W. Clay St., Topeka Nov. 3 from 4 - 8:30 p.m. Nov. 4 from 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

On Nov. 3, there will be the Market Place, which includes the country store, a silent auction, the Book Nook, homemade baked goods and a concession stand. In the evening, beginning at 6 p.m., there will be a S’more and Sangria Social. On Nov. 4, there will be a turkey dinner with all the trimmings, a country store, a silent auction and many other activities. For more information, contact Nancy Cina at (785) 8171708 or by email at: romwi1973@yahoo.com.

TURKEY AND TRIMMINGS DINNER Annunciation Parish Cigna Center 402 N. Maple, Frankfort Nov. 4 from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

The cost for a dinner of turkey and all the trimmings is $10 for adults; $5 for kids 10 and under. There will also be a pot-of-gold and a country store with food items, crafts and handwork items.

ST. PATRICK PARISH SOUP LUNCHEON Corning Community Center Main St., Corning Nov. 4 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Following Mass at St. Patrick Parish (6606 Atlantic, Corning) at 10 a.m., there will be a meal of chili, chicken noodle and vegetable beef soup, as well as sandwiches, homemade pies and cupcakes. There will also be kids games, bingo and other games.

TURKEY DINNER St. Benedict Parish 676 St. Benedict Rd., Bendena Nov. 4 from 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

The cost to attend this annual turkey and allthe-trimmings dinner is a freewill donation. There will also be a raffle for a handmade quilt, cash and other donated items. Carryout orders will be available at the door.

FALL BAZAAR Holy Trinity Parish 601 E. Chippewa, Paola Nov. 4 at 11 a.m.

The cost for a turkey dinner will be: $10 for adults; $5 for kids 5 - 10; kids 4 and under eat for free. The cost for takeout will be: $11 for adults; $6 for kids 5 - 10; kids 4 and under eat for free. There will also be a country store, bingo, a raffle, a cakewalk and Grandpa Pokey.

USM FALL LUNCHEON Grand Street Cafe 4740 Grand Ave., Kansas City, Missouri Nov. 4 at 11 a.m. for social hour noon for lunch

The KC Alumni Council of the University of St. Mary invites all alumni, family and friends to its fall luncheon honoring Sister Kathleen Wood. The cost is $35 per person; additional contributions benefit student scholarships. Register and pay online at: stmary.edu/KCcouncil or RSVP to Maxine Mitchell Staggs at (816) 304-3268. Mail checks, payable to Kansas City Alumni Council, to: Penny Lonergan, C ’70, 736 Lenexa St., Leavenworth, KS 66048.

FALL FESTIVAL Sacred Heart Parish (hall) 106 Exchange St., Emporia Nov. 4 from 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

There will be turkey and dressing, all the trimmings and homemade desserts. The cost is $10 for adults; $5 for kids 3 - 10.

COFFEE AND SILENCE Sophia Spirituality Center 751 S. 8th St., Atchison Nov. 6 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

There is space for private retreat times on days when there are no groups scheduled. Come for a morning or a day. Spend time in silence. Walk the beautiful grounds. Visit St. Scholastica Chapel. Coffee is provided. The cost is a freewill offering. For more information or to register, call (913) 360-6173 or visit the website at: www.sophiaspiritualitycenter. org.

EVENING OF REFLECTION Church of the Nativity 3800 W. 119th St., Leawood Nov. 7 from 7 - 8:30 p.m.

The Christ Renews His Parish regional support team is hosting this evening of reflection for parishioners who have been through a weekend. Reflect on how you have changed through the Christ Renews process, as well as how to strive to be more holy moving forward. To RSVP, send an email to: info@my faithwalk.org.

‘THE MASS’ St. Pius X Parish (Kelly Hall) 5500 Woodson, Mission Nov. 8 at 7 p.m.

This adult education class on the Mass is a six-week course using Bishop Robert Barron’s “The Mass” DVDs. The classes will continue for six weeks, with the exception of the week of Thanksgiving. There is no cost and baby-sitting will be available. For more information, call Cliff or Kathy at (913) 3417732.

BEV VYHANEK FALL LUNCHEON AND CARD PARTY St. Ann Parish (hall) 7231 Mission Rd., Prairie Village Nov. 8 from 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Join the Women’s Club of St. Ann for bridge, canasta, dominoes, bunko and games of your choice, or just come for lunch with a table of friends. Tickets cost $12 and include lunch, wine, a dessert table, door prizes and a 50/50 drawing. For tickets, contact Martha Houts at (913) 642-5927 or by email at: jhouts@kc.rr. com; or Mary Cheney at (913) 648-1026 or by email at: cheneytemp@aol.com.

‘HUMAN TRAFFICKING - MODERN-DAY SLAVERY’ Sacred Heart Parish (hall) 1405 2nd Ave., Leavenworth Nov., 8 at 7 p.m.

Deacon Brad Sloan will give a presentation on the devastation of human trafficking. Jennifer Montgomery, director of human trafficking education/outreach, and Terry Hund of the Topeka Rescue Mission will also give a presentation geared toward youth. Middle school age kids and above are encouraged to attend. Refreshments will be served. For more information, call Maria Minchew at (913) 651-4948.

EVERYTHING CHRISTMAS GARAGE SALE Sacred Heart Parish (hall) 106 Exchange St., Emporia Nov. 9 from 4 - 7 p.m. Nov. 10 from 8 a.m. - noon

All proceeds from this Christmas garage sale benefit the youth group.

GIFT GALLERY Curé of Ars School 9401 Mission Rd., Leawood Nov. 9 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. (preferential shopping evening. Tickets are $20 and include Saturday event) Nov. 10 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. (Tickets: $5)

This is a premiere shopping event that brings together more than 40 artisan and vendors selling unique and upscale items. This fundraising event is hosted by Curé of Ars Mothers of Young Children in partnership with Country Club Bank. Proceeds benefit local children’s charities and scholarship funds.

BREATHE RESPITE CARE PROGRAM Holy Cross School 8101 W. 95th St., Overland Park Nov. 10 from 4 - 8 p.m.

BREATHE respite care provides the gift of time away from caregiving for families who have a loved one with a disability age 5 years or older. If you have any questions, contact Tom Racunas at (913) 647-3054 or send an email to: tracunas@archkck.org. To register a loved one for the program or to volunteer, go to the website at: www.archkck.org/special needs and complete the online form.

BINGO NIGHT Sacred Heart Parish 2646 S. 34th St., Kansas City, Kansas Nov. 10 at 7 p.m.

Sacred Heart Knights of Columbus will host bingo. There will be cash prizes, and concessions will be sold. For more information, call (913) 850-3348.

CHILI SUPPER/TURKEY BINGO Holy Family Parish (Mejak Hall) 513 Ohio Ave., Kansas City, Kansas Nov. 10 at 5 p.m.

A donation of $15 includes one bingo card, one chili supper, dessert and all the cold beverages you can drink until the games end. There will be three blackout games and a raffle. For tickets, call Sandy Cannon at (913) 396-1564 or Cathy Schneider at (913) 3711561. No one under 21 will be admitted.

EL SALVADOR CRAFT SALE Good Shepherd Parish 12800 W. 75th St., Shawnee Nov. 10 after the 5 p.m. Mass Nov. 11 after the 8 a.m., 10 a.m., 12:15 p.m. and 5 p.m. Masses

This sale will feature fair trade products made in El Salvador, including hand-sewn items from Good Shepherd’s twinning community (El Buen Pastor), art pieces, Christmas ornaments, painted crosses, locally grown coffee and more.

FALL MEAL St. Ann (parish hall) 301 Williams St., Effingham Nov. 11 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

There will be a dinner of ham and beans or chicken and noodles for the cost of a freewill offering. Carryouts are available by calling (913) 833-2268.

POTLUCK HOLIDAY LUNCHEON Most Pure Heart of Mary (Formation Room) 3601 S.W. 17th St., Topeka Nov. 11 from 1 - 3 p.m.

The Christian widow and widowers organization will host the potluck dinner. There is no cost to attend. For more information, call (785) 233-7350.

HEALTHY LIVING FOR YOUR BRAIN AND BODY Keeler Women’s Center 2220 Central Ave., Kansas City, Kansas Nov. 4 from 1 - 2:30 p.m.

Learn about diet and nutrition, exercise, cognitive ability and social engagement for healthy aging.

TAKE-A-LOOK THURSDAY Holy Spirit School 11300 W. 103rd St., Overland Park Nov. 15 from 9 - 11 a.m.

Come join us for information, tours of the school and refreshments. Choose a learning environment that’s welcoming and

Christ-centered. For more information, call Anita Pauls at (913) 492-2582 or send an email to: apauls@hscatholic.org.

HEALING MASS Curé of Ars Parish (Father Burak Room) 9405 Mission Rd., Leawood Nov. 15 at 7:30 p.m.

A Mass with prayers for healing, sponsored by archdiocesan charismatic prayer groups, will be held. Father Terry Bruce will preside. For more information, call (913) 649-2026.

‘YOUR LIFE SPEAKS’ Hayden High School 401 Gage Blvd., Topeka Nov. 15 at 7 p.m. (Doors open at 6 p.m.)

Nathan Harmon, a number-one-booked speaker for youth will be speaking at Hayden High School. He talks from real-life experiences about suicide, bullying, drugs and alcohol, and bad choices. Find out more online at: YourLifeSpeaks.org. For more information, call Jerry Hudgins at (785) 338-2965, or send an email to: Sole_Reason@yahoo.com. Kids are welcome. A freewill donation is welcome as well.

HISTORIC HOMES CHRISTMAS TOUR Atchison Nov. 17 from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

The historic homes Christmas tour benefits St. Benedict School in Atchison. The ticket price includes a tour of five homes, two museums and lunch with a craft and bake sale at the school (201 Division St.). For ticket sales and information, call (913) 360-0342. A limited number of tickets are available.

MEMORIAL LITURGY Curé of Ars Parish 9405 Mission Rd., Leawood Nov. 17 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: “Giving Thanks.” For more information, call (913) 649-2026.

POLKA DANCE Knights of Columbus Hall 11221 Johnson Dr., Shawnee Nov. 17 at 7:30 p.m.

The Brian McCarty Band will play polka and timeless dance music. The cost to attend is $10. Purchase beer or BYOB with setups provided, along with snacks. Proceeds go toward the priests and seminarians fund. For table reservations of six or more, call Dan Nicks at (913) 406-8717.

TURKEY BINGO All Saints Parish (hall) 809 Vermont, Kansas City, Kansas Nov. 17 at 5 p.m.

A donation of $10 includes one card, a Polish sausage and kraut sandwich, and a drink. Food will be served at 5 p.m. and bingo begins at 6 p.m. For more information, call Pat Waliczek at (913) 371-4728.

HOLY SPIRIT HAWK HUSTLE 5K AND KIDS FUN RUN Johnson County Community College (crosscountry course) 12345 College Blvd., Overland Park Nov. 17 at 7:30 a.m.

Registration is from 7:30 - 9 a.m., the run begins at 9:30 a.m. It will be chip timed for runners. Prizes will be awarded by age group. Go online to register at: holyspirit. schoolauction.net/hawkhustle.

SUNDAY BREAKFAST Sacred Heart Parish (hall) 106 Exchange St., Emporia Nov. 18 from 8 - 11 a.m.

The Sacred Heart Knights of Columbus will be serving breakfast for a freewill offering.

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COMMENTARY THIRTY-FIRST WEEK OF ORDINARY TIME Nov. 4 THIRTY-FIRST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME Dt 6: 2-6 Ps 18: 2-4, 47, 51 Heb 7: 23-28 Mk 12: 28b-34 Nov. 5 Monday Phil 2: 1-4 Ps 131: 1-3 Lk 14: 12-14 Nov. 6 Tuesday Phil 2: 5-11 Ps 22: 26-32 Lk 14: 15-24 Nov. 7 Wednesday Phil 2: 12-18 Ps 27: 1, 4, 13-14 Lk 14: 25-33 Nov. 8 Thursday Phil 3: 3-8a Ps 105: 2-7 Lk 15: 1-10 Nov. 9 THE DEDICATION OF THE LATERAN BASILICA Ez 47: 1-2, 8-9, 12 Ps 46: 2-3, 5-6, 8-9 1 Cor 3: 9c-11, 16-17 Jn 2: 13-22 Nov. 10 Leo the Great, pope, doctor of the church Phil 4: 10-19 Ps 112: 1-2, 5-6, 8-9 Lk 16: 9-15

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ou can’t escape it. News of the sexual abuse crisis in the Catholic Church seems to be everywhere: from the front pages of newspapers to reports on TV to the casual conversations of people. And, with the upcoming American bishops’ meeting in Baltimore this month, you can bet that things will only ratchet up. That’s why over the next few weeks, The Leaven will be examining this crisis and its effects on the archdiocese in a series of stories called “Safeguarding the Faithful.” These stories, and more, will also be available on our website at: www.theleaven.org. We’ll talk to local folks — clergy and laity alike — to surface the various issues and answer questions that you, or those you talk to, might have. And you might be surprised at the answers — because it’s not all gloom and doom. Realistically, the sex abuse crisis in the church has changed nothing . . . and everything. What do I mean? Well, it’s changed nothing that I’m called to do as a priest. In the past week, I’ve presided at Masses and funerals,

It’s really a crying shame MARK MY WORDS

FATHER MARK GOLDASICH Father Mark is the pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Tonganoxie. He has been editor of The Leaven since 1989.

heard confessions, baptized, prepared homilies, taught RCIA, filled out archdiocesan paperwork, prayed, etc. And for the vast majority of Catholics, nothing has changed either. We’re still called to become more like Christ, by celebrating the sacraments and practicing the corporal and spiritual works of mercy . . . just like before the revelations of the Pennsylvania grand jury report or the shocking behavior of Archbishop McCarrick became public. Yet, at the same time, everything has changed . . . and that’s a good, but often painful, thing.

Since the 2002 “Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People” was approved by the bishops in Dallas, anyone working with youth in the archdiocese — whether paid or volunteers — must undergo Virtus training, a safe environment program. Of the approximately 200,000 Catholics in the archdiocese, about 25 percent — some 46,000 — have gone through the program since 2003. In addition, 41,000 criminal background checks have been done on anyone ministering to or dealing with kids on behalf of the church. All of this says that the church is serious in its efforts to be vigilant in protecting the most vulnerable. While progress has been made, more needs to be done. Are you surprised that this reminds me of a story?

A little girl was once sent to the store by her mom. When she didn’t return for quite some time, the mother got worried. Eventually, the little girl came home. “Honey, where were you?” said her mother “The store isn’t far, and you were gone a long time.” “I’m sorry, Mama, but on the way I saw Sally sitting on her porch. She was crying because her doll was broken, so I went over and helped her fix it,” said the little girl. “How did you do that?” asked the mom. “Well,” replied the little girl. “I couldn’t really fix it, so I just sat down and helped her cry.” Honestly, I’ve shed a lot of tears over the abuse crisis. There have been tears of sorrow and compassion for all of the victims of abuse; tears of pain in reading a note from a Leaven reader who, because of the crisis, wrote: “For the first time in my life, I am not proud to be Catholic”; tears of frustration, along with those who have left the church, because change and transparency come so slowly; and tears of anger for those who perpetrated such horrific behavior. But I’ve also had tears