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1000TH ROSARY

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The Holy Family School of Faith prayed its 1000th rosary in style on May 23 when hundreds of people turned out to Fiorella’s Event Center in Overland Park for the event. In August 2018, Mike Scherschligt, left, founder and director of the Holy Family School of Faith, started recording and publishing daily rosary meditations on a podcast. Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann was on hand for the event.

STRONG IN FAITH

With vaccinations flowing and COVID restrictions lifting, the archdiocese is finally returning to some sense of normal. Though The Leaven publishes biweekly during the summer, readers can keep up with what promises to be a very busy summer by following The Leaven on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

ACOLYTES DOWNFALL

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Mason Majors, a fourth grader at St. John School in Lawrence, passes by food boxes lined up like dominoes on the way to his first class of the day. The students at St. John participated in a box domino challenge, collecting 1,050 non-perishable food boxes that went to the Ballard Center in Lawrence. On May 14, the boxes were toppled.

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Timothy Skoch, left, and Colm Larkin, right, stand with Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann after their installation Mass into the ministry of acolyte. The two are Theology II students at St. John Vianney Seminary in Denver. The order of the acolyte allows the two to assist in liturgical celebrations as they continue on the path to the priesthood.

Obligation resumes

New priests

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The dispensation from in-person Mass attendance due to the COVID-19 pandemic will be lifted on the solemnity of Corpus Christi, the weekend of June 5-6.

Fathers Keith Chadwick, Luke Doyle and Thomas Maddock have joined the ranks of the archdiocesan priesthood.

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8th-grade broadcast reaches students in class and at home By Moira Cullings moira.cullings@theleaven.org

VERLAND PARK — The eighth-grade class at Holy Cross School here closed out a major chapter in their lives after graduating on May 14. But they had one more assignment left to do, and it brought them back to the school one week later. They were invited to be guests of the last live morning broadcast of the year — a program they created that was inherited by the class that will succeed them. The video announcements served as a way for the eighth graders to take on a leadership role and bring the student body together in an innovative way. “Our tradition for our school has been that we pray together in the morning, and we pray together in the afternoon every day,” said Anne Anderson, instructional technology coordinator and library media specialist at Holy Cross. “But it’s been over the intercom,” she said. “And because we had so many remote learners, we wanted to include them in that. That’s when we started our live broadcast.” The students launched the broadcast during Catholic Schools Week this year. Since then, the morning broadcasts were live, and afternoon announcements were prerecorded. Each morning broadcast included announcements, prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance, a weather report, a joke of the day and even some dancing. On Fridays, a special guest joined in. A core group of eighth graders was heavily involved with the program. “I wanted a fun way to interact with the school and with the online learners as well,” said Erin Chuma. “The experience was amazing. I just loved it so much.” Chuma said broadcasting helped her and her peers improve their social interactions. Abril Pinela agreed. “We all got comfortable with the camera and talking in front of a large crowd — the whole school,” said Pinela, who started out as a guest and decided to take on a permanent role. “I noticed how fun it is to be on the screen and be able to work with all these amazing people,” she said. Lucas Frias, who learned virtually for about three-fourths of the school year, watched the broadcast each morning from home. When he returned to school, he wanted to be part of the new tradition. Frias handled the technical side of things, wrote the script and monitored

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Abril Pinela, left, and Erin Chuma make a guest appearance during the Holy Cross. Overland Park, morning broadcast announcements.

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From left, starting in the back row and moving clockwise, Cooper Cahalan, Allie Morfeld, Erin Chuma, Lucas Frias, Evie Hulsey and Abril Pinela, all recent graduates of Holy Cross School in Overland Park, were the core group who managed the school’s live morning broadcast this year. the teleprompter — which he set up on an old television. Allie Morfeld also enjoyed working on the technical aspect of the broadcast. “I thought it was a way to have fun

in the morning but to also interact with people and to learn more about audio and tech,” she said. Cooper Cahalan said the work he and his peers put into broadcasting was worth it and something they looked

forward to each day. Although the group is now moving on from Holy Cross, all are heading to Catholic high schools in the fall, where Anderson believes they are “going to do such big things.” “The creative energy from this group of kids and [how they didn’t] give up because of COVID [was inspiring],” she said. Instead of dwelling on the negative aspects of this year, she continued, the class found ways to do things differently. “That’s where this group has put in the time and energy and made something more of what could’ve been something we lost,” she said. The students are grateful they made their mark on the Holy Cross community in this unique way. “A lot of the fun parts of the school are built on tradition,” said Frias, who hopes this will be a lasting legacy at the school. Evie Hulsey agreed. “I’ve been here since kindergarten,” she said, “and my brother was here before me, so I got to see a lot of the traditions that Holy Cross has had. “I’m really happy that there’s something that we can pass on.”

Alliance offers resources to men working to deepen their faith lives By Joe Bollig joe.bollig@theleaven.org

ANSAS CITY, Kan. — Beginning this June, the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas is offering resources to help men fulfill their God-given purpose to be sacrificial fathers, protectors, providers and leaders . . . whatever their state of life. And, providentially, this is happening during the Year of St. Joseph. “To support men in their vocations, and with the support of Archbishop

Joseph F. Naumann, the archdiocese has partnered with the Catholic Men’s Leadership Alliance,” said John Dahlstrand, consultant with the archdiocesan office of evangelization. The alliance, a national organization, has brought together various men’s movements to provide resources and encouragement to men. It offers free resources for men to develop and deepen their relationship with God. In particular, the alliance offers tools to help men form small groups to support them as they live out their Catholic faith in their marriages, families, parishes and communities. Beyond the

small groups, there are prayer resources, opportunities to gather at future conferences and more. Another resource the alliance offers is Heroic Men, a free Catholic streaming platform designed for men who want to discover — or rediscover — the Catholic faith. “We encourage men to challenge themselves by gathering with other men or joining a small group, or fellowship, where they can talk about their spiritual life with other men,” said Dahlstrand. “We are all called to the universal call to holiness. It’s best to equip ourselves

with the tools and resources that help us accomplish this,” he added. Online resources for men and the Year of St Joseph include the following: • Catholic Men’s Leadership Alliance: catholicmenleaders.org • Heroic Men: heroicmen.com • Catholic Father’s Day: catholic fathersday.com • Unite Our Nation: uniteournation. net • USCCB: usccb.org/saint-joseph • Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas: archkck.org/yearofstjoseph • Consecration to St. Joseph: www. consecrationtostjoseph.org

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From left, Andrew Edward Gaffney and Sudeep Kodigandla turn and face the congregation as they prepare to be ordained to the transitional diaconate.

The two diaconal candidates prostrate themselves on the floor before the altar during the Litany of the Saints.

Two men ordained deacons on road to priesthood By Joe Bollig joe.bollig@theleaven.org

OPEKA — The ordination of two men to the transitional diaconate on May 22 at St. Matthew Parish here was a time of thanksgiving — not only for the commitment of the two men, but also for the role played by their families. In his homily, Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann thanked all who helped form Deacon Andrew Edward Gaffney and Deacon Sudeep Kodigandla in the Catholic faith, but especially their parents. Deacon Gaffney, 27, is the son of John and Lori Gaffney, members of St. Matthew Parish. He has three younger sisters. Deacon Kodigandla, 30, is the son of Dominic and Puspavathi Kodigandla, members of L.R.G. in Anantapur, India. He has two brothers — one older, one younger. “I want to begin by first thanking not Andrew and Sudeep, but their parents,” said the archbishop. “We’re grateful for your parents for forming you, their sons, and for all your families — your grandparents, brothers, cousins, nephews, sisters — for helping to form you into the men you are today.” Despite restrictions on the number of people who could attend the ordination Mass, some of those relatives were present, except for the parents of Deacon Kodigandla. Restrictions on travel caused by the COVID-19 pandemic racing through India was only one reason. “Unfortunately, Sudeep, your father Dominic died just in the last year. And we’re grateful your mother is able to join us at least through livestream, which we’ve all become more familiar with during this time.” The absence of family underlined the additional sacrifices and challenges Deacon Kodigandla faces on his journey to the priesthood. “It’s a challenge for anyone today to embrace a call to the ordained ministry and to the priesthood, but that challenge is only magnified when you come from another country and culture,” said

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From left, Sudeep Kodigandla and Andrew Edward Gaffney sit before Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann at their ordination ceremony to the transitional diaconate on May 22 at St. Matthew Church in Topeka. Archbishop Naumann. “So, I’m very grateful to Sudeep for his willingness to come and to immerse himself into our crazy American society and give up closeness to family, friends and your homeland,” he added. “So, thank you Sudeep for this, and for answering this call from the Lord to follow him in this special way, but to do that in the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas.” The ordination rite took place after the reading of the Gospel. As the two men were called forward, Father Scott Wallisch, co-director of seminarians, testified that they had been found worthy, and Archbishop Naumann accepted them.

During the promise of the elect, the two men pledged to fulfill the duties of the diaconate. Then, they prostrated themselves on the floor before the altar during the Litany of the Saints. Next, they approached and knelt before the archbishop to receive the laying on of hands and the Book of the Gospels. Deacon Kodigandla was vested with the dalmatic of the deacon by Father Pat Sullivan. Deacon Gaffney was vested with the dalmatic by Deacon Thomas Maddock. Although short, the time spent in the transitional diaconate is important. In addition to committing to pursue a life of service, Deacon Gaffney and Deacon President Most Rev. Joseph F. Naumann

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Kodigandla made commitments to lead a life of celibacy and obedience to the archbishop and his successors. As transitional deacons, they will be able to baptize, officiate at weddings, preach, distribute the Eucharist, preside at funerals and lead Sunday celebrations in the absence of a priest. Both deacons will serve in the archdiocese this summer and resume their seminary studies and formation in the fall: Deacon Kodigandla at KenrickGlennon Seminary in St. Louis; Deacon Gaffney at St. John Vianney Theological School in Denver. The tentative date for their ordinations to the priesthood is May 28, 2022. Managing Editor Anita McSorley anita.mcsorley@theleaven.org

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Benedictine commencement celebrates faith amid hardship By Steve Johnson Special to The Leaven

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Bishop Andrew Cozzens, a 1991 alumnus of Benedictine College, was the college’s commencement speaker this year, which celebrated the graduating classes of 2020 and 2021.

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TCHISON — Benedictine College held a historic commencement here May 15, celebrating two graduating classes: 2020 and 2021. Seventy-nine graduate students had earned their MBA or MASL degrees and many received their hoods and diplomas in a separate ceremony. Those at the undergraduate ceremony on May 15 were among the 447 graduates of the class of 2020 and 373 from the class of 2021. One theme that developed early on was the resilience of these two classes — from having their own senior years altered dramatically by lockdowns, mask mandates, and Zoom classes to caring for relatives who fell sick during the pandemic. President Stephen D. Minnis, who had promised the class of 2020 when he’d had to send them home a year ago that they would, at some future date, have a “senior week,” delivered on that promise and had this to say at their champagne brunch on May 14. “You will hear me say tomorrow how proud I am of you — but I wanted to tell you today with just us,” he told them in his remarks. “I can’t imagine having to go through what you did. Leaving for spring break during the most glorious semester of your life — never to return to a place you had grown to love with the people you love. That is tough. I feel for you — I really do. Only you know how hard it was.” The commencement speaker the next day, Bishop Andrew Cozzens, is a

I AM NOT ALONE IN MY OPINION THAT [BENEDICTINE] IS TRULY ONE OF THE PREMIER CATHOLIC COLLEGES OF THE 21ST CENTURY. BISHOP ANDREW COZZENS 1991 ALUMNUS OF BENEDICTINE COLLEGE 1991 alumnus of Benedictine. “I am not alone in my opinion that [Benedictine] is truly one of the premier

Catholic colleges of the 21st century,” he told the graduates, crediting the college’s Catholic identity and its love for the faith for its success. “This is the love which Jesus Christ revealed to us when he gave his life for you on the cross,” he continued. “This love which is so great that it can transform any struggle or difficulty — even death itself — into a way to love.” “If you surrender your life to this love, day in and day out,” he continued, “if you seek to live for this love . . . not only will you possess the secret of joy in this life, but you will fulfill your part in God’s plan and receive from him the joy of eternal life.” At the May 14 baccalaureate Mass,

Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann credited the Catholic identity of the college for making Benedictine “a jewel within the archdiocese.” “You know you have a distinguished faculty when the college’s dean, Kimberly Shankman, is featured in Magnificat,” he said, citing the missal magazine. He also joked about Bishop Cozzens, saying that when he was made a bishop, he “raised the IQ of the United States bishops conference by 10 points.” But he spoke mostly about the college’s Catholic identity and the vocations it produces to both the priesthood and to married life. “Benedictine College has created a culture where the pursuit of truth is celebrated no matter if it is in the laboratory unlocking the beauty of the natural world or in the chapel kneeling before the Blessed Sacrament,” the archbishop said about the college. Multiple valedictorians from both class years were honored at the ceremony and spoke to their classmates. Valedictorians from the class of 2020 were Nicholas Brose (biology), Daniel Fortino (mathematics and secondary education) and Sabrina Poston (finance and accounting). The 2021 valedictorians were Emma Girton (theology and music), Matthew Krishnan Myjak (electrical engineering and computer science), Danielle Rumsey (biology), Christopher Rziha (theology, philosophy and Spanish), and Hannah Tichy (elementary education). All eight had maintained perfect 4.0 GPAs throughout their college careers.

Benedictine monk to host his first major art exhibit June 12 “ ALL OF THE ART I’LL BE “

By J.D. Benning Special to The Leaven

TCHISON — “They are to practice their craft with all humility.” These are the words St. Benedict offers the artist — words that Brother Karel Soukup, OSB, lives and works by. Joining the Atchison monastery in 2013, Brother Karel brought to the abbey lots of raw artistic talent. He has now spent the past eight years honing his craft in a variety of media: painting, woodworking, book binding and more. He has already shared his art, offering paintings for auction the past two Christmases to raise funds for St. Benedict’s Abbey. But now, Brother Karel is ready to put his talents on full display, and St. Benedict’s Abbey will be hosting an exhibition of his art entitled “Here” this June. “All of the art I’ll be sharing is the fruit of my monastic life at the abbey, and this is really the theme of the show,” he said. “Whether that’s making things from trees that have fallen on our property, painting scenes from the monastery grounds or more conceptual art — every single piece in ‘Here’ ties back to my life here at St. Benedict’s Abbey.” Growing up, Brother Karel’s family offered him a creative example. “God gave me gifts, and they’ve slowly been brought out in me,” he explained. “I grew up in an artistic family, though I don’t know that anyone would consider themselves an artist. My dad paints and does woodworking and my mom does lots of different crafts.”

SHARING IS THE FRUIT OF MY MONASTIC LIFE AT THE ABBEY, AND THIS IS REALLY THE THEME OF THE SHOW. BROTHER KAREL SOUKUP, OSB

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Brother Karel Soukup, OSB, is pictured here with one of his works of art. Brother Karel will have his first major art exhibit — “Here” — on June 12 at St. Benedict’s Abbey in Atchison at 1 p.m. The show can also be viewed by appointment with Brother Karel from June 5 - 12. “Coming to the abbey I had the opportunity to participate in art events,” he added, “and along with the abbot and community, we have discerned this is the best way to use the gifts God has given me.” Each year, Brother Karel puts his talent to work in the decoration of the paschal candle that is used for the abbey’s liturgy. In 2019, he even created the short film “The Paschal Candle,” which was powerfully underscored by an a capella rendition of the Exsultet, the Easter proclamation, by Father Meinrad Miller, OSB.

While his artistic education has grown his talents in a variety of media, it’s woodworking that Brother Karel is most passionate about. “It’s really the material that gets me excited — I could be making really anything,” he said. His skills as a craftsman have been put to work recently in the creation of reliquaries to hold the sacred relics housed at St. Benedict’s Abbey. For the 2021 Abbot’s Table, Brother Karel put together another short film, “A Little Flower Reliquary,” sharing the creation of a reliquary for a relic of St. Thérèse

of Lisieux. All three of Brother Karel’s short films and more can be viewed online at: kansasmonks.org. Abbot James Albers is grateful for all of Brother Karel’s work and excited for what he has in store. “Our monastic community has greatly benefited from Brother Karel’s talents,” said the abbot. “He has beautified our liturgy by creating our paschal candles and rebinding our Book of the Gospels; he has beautified our home through his craftsmanship and exceptional painting skills.” “Truly, we are blessed to call him our brother,” he added. “I am proud of all that he has accomplished and I look forward, with great anticipation, to the great works he will complete in the future.” Join Brother Karel and the monks for his first major art exhibit on June 12 at St. Benedict’s Abbey at 1 p.m. The show can also be viewed by appointment with Brother Karel from June 5 12. He can also be reached by email at: karel@kansasmonks.org to schedule a private showing.

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Above, parishioners gather around the grotto at St. Mary Church in St. Benedict to recite the rosary, litanies and other prayers. The grotto was the site of a daily rosary during World War II for the safe return of the young men in the service and is credited with the fact that no parishioners from St. Mary Parish were killed during that war.

Weekly rosary at St. Mary’s grotto honors long tradition By Marc and Julie Anderson mjanderson@theleaven.org

T. BENEDICT — There’s no better place to be on a Wednesday night. This tiny unincorporated community’s parish church and grotto sit on Highway 178, just four miles from the western edge of Seneca, the seat of Nemaha County. Located just south of the KansasNebraska state line, Nemaha County is one of the archdiocese’s northernmost counties. With a population of slightly more than 10,000, many of the county’s residents farm and/or live on rural lands that have been in their families for generations. Starting in May, St. Mary parish members gather every Wednesday night through the end of September to pray the glorious mysteries of the rosary. The weekly practice dates back more than 25 years. But the grotto has served as a gathering place for praying the rosary for more than 80 years. In 1936, while the country was still in the throes of the Great Depression, pastor Father Cyril Bayer, OSB, decided that as a visible sign of the parish’s devotion to the Blessed Virgin, the parish would build an outdoor grotto reminiscent of the one found in Lourdes, France. Under the pastor’s leadership, young men of the parish began constructing the grotto. After the United States entered World War II in 1941, however, many of those same young men — more than 60 parishioners in all — left this close-knit community for service of a different kind, not knowing when or if they would return. Father Cyril, still pastor, was determined the parish would do its part. He announced that parishioners would gather for a rosary every night and pray for two specific intentions: the safety of the parishioners serving in the war and

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The St. Mary Parish rosary grotto in St. Benedict continues to be a gathering place for parishioners and visitors to pray the rosary. Every Wednesday night starting in May and ending in September, parishioners gather to pray the glorious mysteries. for a quick end to the war. The results were nothing short of astounding. Although Frankfort, a town of about 1,200 at the time and located some 30 miles away, lost 32 men during the conflict, not one solider from St. Mary Parish lost his life during the war. Parishioners credited the men’s safety to the intercession of the Blessed Virgin. One soldier that parishioners recall is the late Melvin Bergman. During World War II, Bergmann joined the U.S. Navy. Serving as an aviation boatswain’s mate, he found himself aboard the USS Enterprise, an aircraft carrier and the most decorated ship of the war effort. Of the more than 20 major actions in the Pacific Theater, the USS Enterprise was involved in all but two, including the Battle of Guadalcanal, the Battle of Midway and the Battle of the Philippine Sea. St. Mary parishioner Don Lueger said Bergman was aboard the Enterprise

when either a torpedo or kamikaze hit the carrier, killing Bergman’s bunkmate. But Bergman was spared and survived the war to return home, working in both the family store and a factory in Dyersville, Iowa. He died in 2013 at the age of 88. Years later, when men were called up to fight in both the Korean and Vietnam conflicts, parishioners again gathered for prayer at the grotto. One who remembers praying at the grotto is Patty Stallbaumer. Born in 1937, she was just 8 years old when World War II ended in 1945. In an article published in 2006 in The Leaven, Stallbaumer said, “I remember being just a little person among all the big people. But I remember we prayed the rosary every night.” Stallbaumer later recalled that in the 1950s when her late husband Jim and so many other men across the country fought during the Korean War, the whole

parish community gathered at the grotto once more. Although her husband was wounded, he, like all the others from the parish, came home from the war. In the 1960s, the parish once again turned to the Virgin Mary and implored her intercession as another group of young men headed off to fight in the Vietnam War. Again, not a single man from the parish was killed in action. So, it’s probably no surprise that the grotto has since become a gathering place for people to come together in prayer. Although the grotto has seen May crownings, first Communion processions and even a first Mass for one of its native sons who became a priest, the main focus has always been the rosary. In 1996, Stallbaumer started leading a weekly rosary, sometimes herself and sometimes with tapes and CDs. “We started with cassettes,” added parishioner Lillian Engelken, “and we used to pray all the mysteries.” In the end though, she said, the parish community decided to use a set of meditations for the glorious mysteries offered by Vincentian Father Kevin Scallon, founder of the Intercession of Priests. Although the parish only gathers weekly to pray the rosary, most days you’ll still find someone praying at the grotto. They might not even belong to the parish — tourists have come from all over the world. Father Regie Saldanha, a priest from the city of Mangalore, India, and the current administrator of the parish, appreciates the community’s rich tradition of praying the rosary together. “I am very much taken by the history behind it, especially starting with World War II,” he said. “And I am glad that folks are continuing the tradition. It’s a beautiful example for our children.” For Engelken, the main lesson she wants people to remember is simple. “Mary answers our prayers,” she said.

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Fathers bring gifts to parenting that complement their spouses’

ach year in June, we celebrate Father’s Day to honor our fathers and their positive influence on our lives. Yet, there are some voices in today’s society that want us to believe that fathers are dispensable. Dr. Bradford Wilcox, director of the National Marriage Project at the University of Virginia, writes that those who believe that fathers are dispensable overlook a body of research that shows the opposite. In a June 14, 2013, article published in The Atlantic called “The Distinct, Positive Impact of a Good Dad,” he tells us that one of the ways children benefit from the presence of a father in their life is in his style of interacting, which is different from their mother’s style. For example, fathers play with their children more vigorously. They teach their sons and daughters how to handle their bodies and emotions during play. Mothers, in contrast, are more moderate and calmer in their approach to play. Fathers are more likely to cheer risktaking, encouraging their children to embrace challenges, while at the same time ensuring their safety and security. This allows the child to learn to be brave in unfamiliar situations, as well as stand up for oneself. A father’s discipline is different than that of a mother. Although mothers typically discipline their children more often, a father’s discipline has a unique style. Wilcox quotes the authors of “Partnership Parenting”: “Fathers tend to be more willing than mothers to confront their children and enforce discipline, leaving their children with the impression

Question for reflection: What have you learned from your father that has helped you in life? Don’t forget to thank him.

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.

that they, in fact, have more authority.” Researchers point out that mothers and fathers working together as co-parents offer a diverse yet balanced approach to parenting that benefits the child best. Wilcox points out three areas of life where the contributions of a father are most evident: teenage delinquency, pregnancy and depression. When a father is present and active in the life of a son or daughter, these problems are less likely to appear. Wilcox concludes that while it is evident from scientific data that fathers make a difference in their children’s lives, the quality of the relationship is also important. In other words, it is not enough for a father to just live in the home with the children; being involved in their lives is what truly makes a difference. On Dec. 8, 2020, Pope Francis declared this the Year of St. Joseph. St. Joseph is the husband of Mary, the foster father of Jesus and our model of fatherhood. We know little about St. Joseph from the Gospels, but what we read about him tells us of a person who was humble, did not

seek the spotlight, was a hard worker, and a faith-filled man who went about life listening to God and doing his will. When the child Jesus was in danger, Joseph obeyed the words of the angel, uprooted his family and moved them to a different country for Jesus’ protection. Eventually, on the advice of the angel, he returned to Nazareth where he had been living and working. He was a good provider and protector of the Holy Family. The pope is directing our attention to St. Joseph as a model father. In Europe and in some Latin American countries, Father’s Day is not celebrated on the third Sunday of June, like in the United States. It is celebrated there on March 19, the solemnity of St. Joseph. This year, on the occasion of Father’s Day, let’s pray for St. Joseph’s intercession on behalf of our fathers, asking God to shower them with his blessings. The pope encourages us to say this prayer to St. Joseph: Hail, Guardian of the Redeemer, Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary. To you God entrusted his only Son; in you Mary placed her trust; with you Christ became man. Blessed Joseph, to us too, show yourself a father and guide us in the path of life. Obtain for us grace, mercy and courage, and defend us from every evil. Amen.

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Priest appointment Father John Riley, announces the following appointment made by Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann:

chancellor,

Father Anthony Williams, from parochial administrator of Sacred Heart Parish, Ottawa, to pastor, effective April 19, 2021.

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Scholarship opportunity Mary Rose Enderle and Richard Bogenrife have established a scholarship endowment for Catholic students living in Leavenworth and Wyandotte counties that plan to attend a trade or vocational school. The scholarship award is $5,000. To request a scholarship application, send an email to Dave Hernandez at: landofoz1239@sunflower.com or call (913) 369-2718. Scholarship application deadline is July 15.

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Market Day gives a slice of normalcy to a pretty abnormal year

ANSAS CITY, Kan. — On May 13, third-graders at Our Lady of Unity School here transformed from students to entrepreneurs. With some help from the fourth graders, they hosted the school’s first-ever Market Day, where they sold products they had created in exchange for play money. “In third grade, a major part of their social studies curriculum is economics and how money works,” explained third grade teacher Martha Concannon. This school year, Concannon’s students participated in a reward system where they experienced real-world scenarios — like earning money in the classroom and paying rent for their desks. Market Day was a culmination of the lessons learned throughout the year, said Concannon. The students were eager to explain the work they’d put into the project. “We made products to sell,” said Nayeli Guerra. “I have chosen to make keychains.” “Making the product was really fun,” she added. “I made mine at home and got a little bit of help from my sister.” Yamille Limas created her own paintings, and Orlando Ramirez made pompom toys adorned with googly eyes and feet for his peers to enjoy. The students first determined how many items they wanted to create, said Concannon, and then came up with a price. They sold the items during Market Day to the kindergarten, first- and secondgrade classes, honing basic sales skills to market the items and math skills to exchange money.

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By Moira Cullings moira.cullings@theleaven.org

I THINK THAT THROUGH THIS PROCESS WITH HAVING THE MARKET, OUR KIDS ARE REALLY LEARNING THE VALUE OF WHAT A DOLLAR LOOKS LIKE. CALLY DAHLSTROM PRINCIPAL OF OUR LADY OF UNITY SCHOOL, KANSAS CITY, KANSAS

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From left, Yamille Limas, Nayeli Guerra and Mila Gauna, third graders at Our Lady of Unity School in Kansas City, Kansas, arrange keychains Guerra created for the school’s first-ever Market Day held on May 13. Each third grade student created a product, marketed it and sold it to younger students in exchange for play money. “We learned how to count money,” said Limas. “We played a lot of games about how to count money [to prepare].” “We learned about being entrepreneurs,” added Ramirez. Guerra said the experience taught her about customer service. Concannon believes it also showed the young students the importance of perseverance and setting and reaching goals. For spectators like principal Cally Dahlstrom, it was inspiring to watch each of the students run their own business for a day. “The third and fourth grade did an awesome job of putting together great items to sell,” she said. “I think that

through this process with having the market, our kids are really learning the value of what a dollar looks like.” Concannon hopes that aside from the academic lessons, the experience also provided some normalcy for her students, who, because of COVID-19, learned virtually at times throughout the year. “It wasn’t until the fourth quarter that I had all 13 kids coming every day,” she said. Because of this, Concannon was excited to give the students a more collaborative project — and they were eager for the opportunity. One moment that stands out to Concannon was when Ramirez finished

making his products early and spent the week leading up to Market Day helping his classmates with theirs. “That natural desire to help each other was definitely happening,” she said. “Kids would say, ‘I have this paint at home, and I’m not using it anymore,’ and they would give it to a classmate. “They’re really good cheerleaders for each other. They have a lot of empathy for each other.” Dahlstrom is grateful Our Lady of Unity has teachers like Concannon who made this school year special despite the circumstances. “I’m so proud of the teachers,” she said. “They have really worked hard this year. To find time to build [something like] this into their curriculum, and then also to encourage the creativity that the kids displayed through this, is amazing.” Dahlstrom hopes Market Day will stand out to the students when they look back on this eventful year. “I know that this will be something they will remember for years to come,” she said.

Centenarian credits her roots with the person she’s become By Therese Horvat Special to The Leaven

EAVENWORTH — As a child — the fourth of 13 in her family — Sister Marie Carmel Dunning, SCL, rode atop a horse with several siblings to travel the nine miles to Sunday Mass in rural Montana. As a young woman, she taught in oneand two-room schools and spent summers cooking on a dude ranch. As a Sister of Charity of Leavenworth, she touched many lives through her ministries in education and health care, and with her poetry. As she approaches her 100th birthday on June 12, Sister Marie Carmel says that she never resented the idea of getting old. “Because of that, I was always happy,” she said. “I felt that, as a religious, I was assured of a life with people who think as I do about religion.” Early lines in Sister’s autobiographic poem capsulize her story: “Called by God Called to new life Called to new service But never to forget Her roots . . .” Sister Marie Carmel has never forgotten her origins because they shaped the person she became. She is a poet who began writing as soon as she held a pencil in hand. Even before that, she composed poems in her head. She is familiar with hard work; she kept house for multiple families to earn money for college. Hers is an adventurous spirit

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Before she even met any of the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth, Sister Marie Carmel Dunning knew about St. Vincent de Paul, to whom the religious community traces its roots. Sister Marie Carmel is pictured with a statue of the 17th century saint in a parlor in Ross Hall at the Sisters of Charity motherhouse in Leavenworth. girls, the Sisters. that grew up on a ranch with horses. Before she met the Sisters of Charity In her late 60s, Sister served as chapof Leavenworth, Sister Marie Carmel lain of the medical corps that accomknew about their origins from reading panied the Great Montana Centennial the biographies of St. Vincent de Paul Cattle Drive on its 60-mile trek. She and St. Louise de Marillac to whom the chose to travel by wagon — but only religious community traces its roots. because she didn’t want to be responFrom these formative years, it was the sible for a horse she didn’t own. Sisters that Sister Marie Carmel grew As a child, Sister Marie Carmel atto love. tended summer vacation school taught At age 30, the young woman applied by Ursuline and Franciscan Sisters. to enter the SCL community. Over the Returning home after the sessions, the past 70 years, her ministries have inchildren “played” school: the younger cluded teaching in elementary and high ones playing the students; the older

schools in Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Montana and Nebraska. In the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, Sister Marie Carmel taught at the former St. Rose of Lima School in Kansas City, Kansas, and at Hayden High School, Topeka. She next helped develop volunteers for the home health program at De Paul Hospital in Cheyenne, Wyoming. Upon completion of clinical pastoral education, she worked in pastoral care at St. Francis Hospital, Topeka, and St. Vincent Hospital, Billings, Montana. In her retirement, Sister Marie Carmel busied herself with writing poetry, corresponding, and doing outreach and prayer with women in the Kansas City area. She moved to the SCL motherhouse in 2003. Sister Marie Carmel reflects on her retirement in her autobiographic poem, “I ache to be of real Service. But God’s ways are Not my ways Nor His time, my time.” Even at 100 years, she said she still doesn’t know what God has prepared for her. She admits that she can’t read the way she used to and that she has difficulties with her hearing. But she says she is happy to still have her own teeth! The centenarian said she hopes to write “something memorable to mark her 100 years,” and likes the idea that someone might enjoy her expression of what she is thinking and feeling.

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Three men join the priesthood at May 29 ceremony STORY BY JOE BOLLIG | PHOTOS BY KATHRYN WHITE

EAWOOD — Thomas Doyle was working in the yard with his son Luke, then in his senior year of high school, when he asked Luke “the big question” dads must ask. “Luke, what do you want to be when you grow up?” he said. “I’m trying not to think about that,” Luke replied. “Oh. Great,” said his father, who was hoping for something else. And then, Luke said something that stunned him. “I’m trying more to pray about what God wants me to do,” he said. “That’s my goal in life, not to do what Luke wants to do, but do what God wants Luke to do.” Variations of that same prayer — What does God want me to do? — and the answers they received were what led three men to become the newest priests of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas. Father Keith Chadwick, Father Luke Doyle and Father Thomas Maddock were ordained to the priesthood by Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann on May 29 at St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Leawood. These were the first de facto “postCOVID-19 pandemic” ordinations for the archdiocese, signaled by the lack of social distancing in the pews and the absence of masks from faces. Archdiocesan safety protocols were rescinded on May 12. This crowded ordination contrasted sharply with the three men’s ordination to the transitional diaconate on May 16, 2020, at the Cathedral of St. Peter in Kansas City, Kansas. In his homily, Archbishop Naumann said, “I’d also like to say that this is a great day for our Catholic schools, because all three of our men today to be ordained are products of Catholic schools.” St. James Academy in Lenexa may have a greater claim to that honor, because each priest has strong ties with the school — Father Chadwick (2012 graduate) and Father Maddock (2011 graduate) were students, and Father Doyle was a teacher there. Andy Tylicki, president of St. James Academy, knows each of the three men very well. He remembers how Father Chadwick told him as a freshman in high school that he wanted to be a priest, for example. And he recalls Father Maddock’s integrity and faithfulness to God’s call and Father Doyle’s prayerfulness and impact on his students. Currently, 10 young men who graduated from St. James are in the seminary — eight for the archdiocese and two outside the archdiocese. Three young

women who graduated from St. James have become women religious. Archbishop Naumann paid tribute to the parents of the ordinandi. “A special word of thanks to our parents — Robert and Sheryl [Chadwick], Thomas and Jeanne [Doyle], and Mike and Bernadette [Maddock],” said the archbishop, “for cooperating with God’s grace and allowing God to use your love as the human instrument to give Keith, Luke and Thomas life. But even more, thank you because of your faith, bringing them to the waters of baptism and giving them the greatest of all gifts — greater than the gift of priesthood — giving them the very life of Jesus Christ, making them temples that carry the life of God within them and an eternal destiny to live with God and the saints.” Each parent held many thoughts in their hearts during the ordination Mass. “I guess I’m just really excited to see him finally get to this point in his journey,” said Sheryl Chadwick. “He’s wanted to be a priest since a very young age and was never shy about sharing that in school with his teachers and his family. I’m really excited to see him reach this lifelong goal of his.” Mike and Bernadette Maddock thought about the focus of their parenting, which cultivated the Catholic faith. “We wanted our children to continue in our Catholic faith, especially by receiving a Catholic education,” said Bernadette Maddock. “We wanted them to continue the spiritual and personal relationship with Jesus Christ and cultivate that culture in our home.” “We pray for our children in all their vocations,” said Mike Maddock. “We know Thomas has chosen a path that is very much less traveled. We realize, as everyone does, the Marines are looking for a few good men — and so is God.” Their son’s journey of discernment had twists, but Thomas and Jeanne Doyle had faith in their son and in God. “I always thought God would win out,” said Thomas. “If God wanted him to have a vocation to the priesthood, Luke would eventually say yes.” “When Luke was in utero, I consecrated him to the Blessed Mother and put him under her protection,” said Jeanne. “I always tried to stay open to whatever was on Luke’s heart in terms of going to the seminary.” Each newly ordained priest has received an assignment as an associate pastor that will start July 1: Father Chadwick to Holy Trinity Parish in Lenexa, Father Doyle to St. Michael the Archangel in Leawood and Father Maddock to Holy Spirit Parish in Overland Park.

The newest priests for the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas stand with Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann May 29. From left are: Father Thomas Maddock, Father Luke Doyle and Father Keith Chadwick.

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Father Luke Doyle distributes Communion for the first time as a priest. Father Doyle will be assigned to St. Michael the Archangel Parish in Leawood.

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The newly ordained Father Keith Chadwick gives his first blessing to Archbishop Naumann.

ts of the archdiocese join the newly ordained and Archbishop Naumann on the altar of St. Michael the Arch-

Archbishop Naumann anoints the hands of Deacon Thomas Maddock. He was one of three priests ordained on May 29. His first assignment will be at Holy Spirit Parish in Overland Park.

Archbishop Naumann prays over Deacons Keith Chadwick, Luke Doyle and Thomas Maddock as they present themselves for ordination to the archdiocesan priesthood.

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Milton and Lila (Latham) Krainb i l l , members of St. Dominic Parish, Holton, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on June 5. The couple was married on June 5, 1971, by Father Carl Kramer at St. Isidore Church, Manhattan. Their children are: Stacy Shumate, Sean Krainbill and Shana Klecan. They also have nine grandchildren.

Alan and Mary Jo Krasnoff, members of Holy Spirit Church, Overland Park, celebrated their 50th we d d i n g anniversary with a weekend getaway and a dinner with family on May 31. The couple was married on May 31, 1971, at Martha-Mary Chapel, Dearborn, Michigan. Their children are: Jill Stern and Jon Krasnoff. They also have five grandchildren.

Norman and Margaret (Lambrecht) R e nye r, members of Most P u r e H e a r t of Mary Parish, To p e k a , are celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. The couple was married at Holy Name Church, Topeka, on June 17, 1961. Their children are: Rod and Todd Renyer. They also have five grandchildren and one great-granddaughter. An open house celebration will be held on June 13 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Lake Shawnee Shelter House #6 in Topeka.

Kevin and Karen (Lambrecht) Mead, members of Mater Dei Parish, Topeka, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on June 19 with family and friends at a reception at Mater Dei. The couple was married on June 19, 1971, at Annunciation Church, Denver, by Father Paulinus Karlin, OFM Cap. Their children are: Kyle Mead, Topeka; Kirk Mead, Lakewood, Colorado; and Kelin Mead (deceased). They also have nine grandchildren.

Jane (Creson) and Larry Smith, members of Holy C r o s s Parish, Overland Park, celebrated their 50th a n n ive r sary with a dinner with their family. The couple was married on May 17, 1971, at St. Isidore Church, Manhattan. Their children are: Mandy Zellers, Katie Elwell and Ben Smith. They also have five grandchildren.

Jeanne (Hoffman) and Michael G e a r, members of Holy Tr i n i t y Parish, Lenexa, celebrated their 5 0 t h wedding anniversary on May 29. The couple was married on May 29, 1971, at Queen of the Holy Rosary Church, Overland Park. Their children are: Matthew Gear, Christine Hansen and Carolyn Ford. They also have three grandsons.

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Donald Wagner, members of Prince of Peace Parish, Olathe, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary on June 5. The couple was married on June 5, 1971, at St. Boniface Church, Tipton, by Father Emmett Coler and Father Emil Sinner. The couple will celebrate with a summer trip. Their children are: Nicole Harbert and Chesley Jameson. They also have four grandchildren. Barbara

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(Welch) and James Schmidt, members of Immaculate ConceptionSt. Joseph Parish, L e av e nw o r t h , celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary on May 26. The couple was married on May 26, 1956, at St. Lawrence Parish, Easton, by Father Thomas Culhane. Their children are: Pamela Rutledge, Ron Schmidt, Jay Schmidt (deceased), Diane Soptic, Kathleen Carroll, Jim Schmidt, Lori O’Brien and Lisa Brooks. They also have 15 grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

Steven and Wanda (Hermreck) Wilkinson, members of St. Michael the Archangel Parish, Leawood, will celebrate their 50th wedding anniversary. The couple was married on June 12, 1971, at St. Patrick Church, Emerald, by Father Joseph Dearborn. Their children are: Jeff Wilkinson and Jared Wilkinson. They also have two grandsons. A celebration will be held on June 13. Jan

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George Howes, members of Good Shepherd Parish, S h a w nee, will celebrate their 60th we d d i n g anniversary on June 10. The couple was married on June 10, 1961, at St. Patrick Church, Ryan, Iowa. Their children are: Becky Samson, Jeff Howes, Scott Howes and Steve Howes. They also have 12 grandchildren (one deceased). A family celebration will be held at a future date.

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Not a walk in the park: Synod journey requires listening, patience By Cindy Wooden Catholic News Service

ATICAN CITY (CNS) — “Today some think synodality is holding hands and going for a walk, having a party with young people or surveying opinions [like], ‘What do you think about women priests?’” Pope Francis told members of the International Theological Commission in 2019. But really, he said, synodality is “an ecclesial journey that has a soul, which is the Holy Spirit. Without the Holy Spirit, there is no synodality.” In his continuing efforts to promote a synodal process that involves the whole church and focuses on listening to one another and to the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, Pope Francis in May approved major revisions to how the Synod of Bishops will work, starting with a full diocesan-level process of consultation. “The synod must begin from the bottom up,” he told Italian bishops May 24, just three days after details of the new process were announced. “This will require patience, work, allowing people to talk so that the wisdom of the people of God will come forth because a synod is nothing other than making explicit what ‘Lumen Gentium’ said: The whole people of God — all of them, from the bishop on down — is infallible in belief,” the pope said. “They cannot err when there is harmony among all.”

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Pope Francis prays as he opens the general assembly of the Italian bishops’ conference in Rome May 24. In remarks to the bishops, Pope Francis said that an upcoming Synod of Bishops for the universal church “must begin from the bottom up.” But the process of listening and consultation also may require some management of expectations or fears: explaining to people who want immediate, radical change that discernment takes time and requires fidelity to God’s will; and explaining to those scandalized by the questions that perhaps there are better ways to explain church teaching and live the Gospel. Pope Francis frequently repeats that a synod is not a parliament, but a process of discernment.

St. Paul VI, who revived the Synod of Bishops for the universal Catholic Church, felt it necessary to make the same point. On the eve of the opening of the third general assembly of the synod in 1974, the pope said the process involves “questioning the signs of the times, and even more trying to interpret the divine plan in depth” by bringing together the world’s bishops for a “common study of the conditions of the church and by seeking agreed solutions to questions

pertaining to her mission.” “It is not a council; it is not a parliament; it is a synod with a special nature,” he added during his Angelus address. Over the past five decades, that special nature has increasingly involved wider consultation with laypeople, religious and priests before bishops are elected or appointed to attend the synod assembly. Given Pope Francis’ emphasis on imbuing the church with a synodal spirit, the International Theological Commission in 2018 published a document, “Synodality in the Life and Mission of the Church.” Synodality, the document said, promotes the baptismal dignity and call of all Catholics, values the presence of different gifts given by the Holy Spirit and recognizes the specific ministry entrusted to pastors and bishops in communion with the pope for the preservation of the faith and the renewal of the church. But putting all of that together can be tricky, especially making sure that laypeople feel heard, but also accepting the role of bishops and the pope in discerning what to do. And making sure bishops exercise their ministry only after hearing what their people have to say. For Pope Francis, it is not just a matter of process, but a requirement of taking seriously the truth of the church — as St. Ignatius of Loyola said, and the pope often repeats — being both “our hierarchical holy Mother Church” and also “the holy, faithful people of God.”

The sacred right to vote must be protected, Sisters say in statement

he Leadership Conference of Women Religious has endorsed the national John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Action Day (May 8) and released the following joint statement with the National Black Sisters Conference on the critical importance of ensuring that all people — no matter race, zip code or economic situation — enjoy the sacred right to vote: “As women of faith and faithful Americans, we believe that all people have the right and obligation to participate fully in our democracy. The National Black Sisters Conference (NBSC) and the Leadership Conference

of Women Religious (LCWR) strongly oppose all attempts to restrict that participation by limiting the sacred right to vote. The strength and vibrancy of our democracy is dependent on the right of all people to vote regardless of their race, zip code, economic status or party affiliation. “Our country has a long racist history when it comes to voting. From the end of the 19th century to 1965, ‘Jim Crow Laws’ systematically kept Blacks from the ballot box. Violence, rigged literacy tests, property tests, grandfather clauses and more were used to deny people of color access to democracy’s most fundamental right, the right

to cast their ballot. That right is under attack once again. “Our brothers and sisters struggled, some gave their lives, to secure the Voting Rights Act of 1965. It falls to us to continue their work. Pope Francis reminds in ‘Evangelii Gaudium’ that our vocation as Catholic Sisters is inherently political: ‘We are all called to participate in public life. . . . Authentic faith always involves a deep desire to change the world. . . . We cannot remain on the sidelines in the fight for justice.’ “We must call out elected officials, at every level, who continue to introduce measures that would return us to the era of ‘Jim Crow.’ They are celebrating our

dark past by enacting laws that limit participation and threaten our democracy. We pledge to oppose them at every turn, and we promise to support legislation that will ensure all people can exercise their precious right to vote. “It is long past time we established national standards for voting to ensure all of us have a voice in decisions that affect our lives and protect our common home. We call on the Senate to immediately take up the For the People Act and we call on members of both the House and Senate to introduce the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act.”

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Office manager - Nativity Parish School is seeking an office manager. The office manager will be responsible for the administrative and organizational management of the school office. The ideal candidate will be experienced in handling a wide range of administrative and executive support-related tasks, be exceedingly well-organized and flexible, and enjoy the organizational challenges of supporting an office of people and programs. This individual must be able to function effectively in various roles within a dynamic environment under minimum supervision. This position requires frequent communication and coordination with school and parish staff, students and parents. This individual should be proficient in QuickBooks, Excel and Word and easily adapt to site-specific computer programs. The ideal candidate will hold an appropriate bachelor’s degree and have at least five years’ relevant work experience. Qualified individuals must submit a cover letter and resume to principal David Kearney at: david.kearney@ kcnativity.org. Deadline is June 8. Lead consultant for special needs - The Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas has a full-time, benefits-eligible position open for a lead consultant for the office of special needs. This position is responsible for assisting parishes with the delivery of parish-based ministries and services for children and adults with special needs. It includes but is not limited to assisting parishes and pastoral regions in identifying needs, designing programs/initiatives, implementing ministries and monitoring the ongoing pastoral efficacy of such ministries. The incumbent manages dayto-day operations of the office of special-needs ministry and advocates for children and adults with special needs across the archdiocese; ensures access for those with special needs to situation-appropriate Christian formation, sacramental preparation, liturgy and other events at parishes; and supervises consultants and other employees assigned to the department. This position requires a bachelor’s degree in pastoral care, special education, social work or related field; a minimum of three years’ experience working with individuals with developmental and physical disabilities, vision and hearing loss or other special needs; and a practicing Catholic registered in a Catholic parish or faith community, and must embrace in word and deed the church’s teachings on faith and morals as articulated by the church’s magisterium. Qualified individuals must submit a cover letter, resume and application. To apply, please visit: www.archkck.org/jobs. Application deadline is May 27. Workforce-Specialist - Do you want to change lives? Do you want to help break the cycle of poverty? Do you have a social work degree and experience in case management? This could be your opportunity! Come join our team! For more information and to apply, go online to: https:// catholiccharitiesks.org/, then go to “About Us” and click on “Careers,” then scroll down to “View Job Openings.” Part-time teacher aide - St. Michael the Archangel Preschool is seeking a part-time teacher aide for our fouryears-old classroom. This person is responsible for assisting the lead teacher in carrying out daily activities, carrying out the rules and regulations of our licensure and maintaining principles of sound Catholic education. If you are interested, please contact Jennie Wente, preschool director, at (913) 402-3971 or send resume and cover letter to: jennie. wente@stmichaelcp.org. Director of evangelization - Church of the Nativity is seeking to recruit a full-time, dynamic, high-energy, consistently visible director of evangelization for the adult parish community who will be a vital member of the Christian formation team at Nativity. This newly created position will work directly with pastor Father Mike Hawken and the Christian formation team, and will be responsible for casting a long-term vision for the ministry while leading and supporting existing formation leaders and ministries. This new movement within our parish will focus on a consistent invitation to meet our adult community where they are through a ministry of encounter that encourages our members to set out into the deep and experience Jesus Christ and his church in a fresh new way. Email resume and referrals to: Danh@cornerstone-kc.com or call (913) 341-7655. Donnelly College accounting assistant - The accountant assistant is an integral member of the business office, which is responsible for all financial services and reporting for the college. This includes providing services to students and employees as well as all aspects of payroll, accounting and financial reporting. This requires forward thinking and a “do-what-it-takes attitude” to ensure departmental resources are maximized throughout the entire year. Must be able to maintain confidentiality and be comfortable handling sensitive information. Must be able to pass a background check and complete Virtus training. Send all resumes and cover letters to Bernard Barry at: bbarry@donnelly.edu.

Lead preschool teacher - St. Ann Young Child Center is currently seeking a lead teacher for a full-time threeyears-old classroom. The lead teacher is responsible for creating lesson plans and teaching a classroom of 12 students with an aide, M - F. The lead preschool teacher is also responsible for maintaining proper qualifications for licensure through the Kansas Department of Health and Environment and for maintaining the principles of Catholic education. If you are interested, please contact Cara Schwarz, preschool director, at (913) 362-4660 and/or send resume and cover letter to: cschwarz@stannpv.org.

Social mission and outreach coordinator - St. Michael the Archangel Parish is seeking a proactive, organized and approachable professional to serve as the social mission and outreach coordinator. This role is responsible for coordinating activities of various parish ministries, committees, volunteers and projects while assuring a high degree of outreach to the local community. The position is approximately 25 hours per week with occasional evening and weekend responsibilities. Go online to: stmichaelcp.org/employment-opportunities for a full job description. Submit cover letter and resume to: Denise.Greene@stmichaelcp.org.

Technology teacher - St. Ann School is seeking a parttime technology teacher, approximately 20 hours per week, for computer and keyboarding skills for grades K - 6. This teacher will also potentially work with middle school students in elective courses. Applicants should apply online through the archdiocesan website at: www. archkckcs.org and email principal Liz Minks at: lminks@ stannpv.org.

Full-time Latin teacher - St. Michael the Archangel School is seeking a full-time Latin teacher for the 202122 school year. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for evangelization and discipleship and have experience teaching Latin. Please send resume and cover letter to the parish school, attention Dr. Lorenzo Rizzi, 14251 Nall Ave., Leawood, KS 66223 or to: lorenzo.rizzi@ stmichaelcp.org.

JUNE 4, 2O21 | THELEAVEN.ORG Accountant - The Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas has a full-time, benefits-eligible position open for an accountant. This position performs professional accounting activities, including analysis and reconciliation of general ledger and subsidiary accounts, revenue and expenditure accounts, and the preparation and distribution of monthly reports to departments. The incumbent maintains the deposit and loan system records; prepares monthly statements for account holders; and prepares financial reports, budgets and year-end audit schedules. This position requires a bachelor’s degree in accounting with at least two years’ relevant accounting work including: experience maintaining accurate financial records; preparing reports; preparing financial or auditor statements; schedules and reports. Qualified individuals must submit a cover letter, resume and application. Please visit: www.archkck.org/ jobs to apply. Deadline is May 17. Campus youth minister - Church of the Nativity is seeking to recruit a full-time, dynamic, high-energy, consistently visible and creative campus youth minister who will be a vital member of the Christian formation team at Nativity. This position will work directly with pastor Father Mike Hawken and the Christian formation team, and will be responsible for coordinating and refreshing a parish-wide pastoral youth ministry for the entire campus to include high school youth, as well as junior high youth from the parish school and religious education. The youth minister we seek works under the direct supervision of the pastor; coordinates a youth ministry team of adults and youth; develops close communications with and mutual support from families of youth and collaborates with other community and parish organizations and offices; focuses the parish community on the spiritual needs and gifts of youth that is engaging, fun and faith filled; and gives our youth the tools needed to uphold and defend their faith as they transition between junior high and high school and on into college. Email resume and referrals to: Danh@cornerstone-kc.com or call (913) 341-7655. Small equipment technician - Do you enjoy tinkering and working with your hands? Then this is the job for you! We are a small, family-owned local company looking for someone who is handy with small equipment and enjoys traveling every now and then. We need team members with a positive attitude who are flexible, dependable, self-motivated, mechanically inclined, customer-service oriented and have great time management skills. Mostly on the job training. Electrical knowledge is a plus. Please send your resume to: Yourcareer101@gmail.com. Career positions at Ryan Lawn - Full-time career positions at Ryan Lawn & Tree for people who have a passion for plants, working outdoors and customer service. Put your degree to work in the outdoors. We are faith-based and 100% employee-owned. We offer careers in forestry (both plant healthy and pruning), turf, pest and landscaping. With 350 associates in five branches, we have growth careers for the right people. We expect a lot. We can teach you our industry if you want to learn and are willing to work hard. If you or someone you know is interested, apply online at: RyanLawn.com. Part-time stylists - Are you addicted to the TV show “Say Yes to the Dress”? Are you self-motivated, love fashion and enjoy helping people look their best? If so, we want to talk to you! Sincerely Susan, a unique destination shop that specializes in dresses for mothers of the bride/groom and galas is looking for part-time stylists. Our boutique is a warehouse environment where clients come in by appointment only. You must have a sense of style and a great personality to be able to interact with our “moms.” Hours are flexible. Must be willing to work a minimum of one evening per week and weekends. Must be able to stand and walk on concrete for long periods of time and reach overhead to pull gowns. Previous retail experience preferred, but not necessary. Hourly rate is based on experience. If interested, call (913) 730-8840. Professional services coordinator - L’Arche Heartland is seeking a professional services coordinator. This is a highly responsible position that reports directly to the community leader. Duties include: sharing life with community members; training of new assistants on state regulatory processes and Heartland policies and procedures; oversight of all medical support/attend appointments as needed; liaison with Heartland Homecare; audit all medication deliveries; creates/verifies/edits all MARs; liaison with nurse consultant, scheduling medication trainings and MAR audits; prepares all needed documentation for the BASIS; attends all BASIS meetings; helps write behavioral support plans (BSPs); attends all BSP meetings; completes risk assessments and obtains human rights committee approval and signatures; conducts threemonth and annual reviews for assistants; maintains personnel files for assistants and follows disciplinary process according to policies and procedures; conducts oversight and verification of household accounts and core member accounts at least monthly; maintains all 17 core member contact notes, monthly reviews and maintain archive files at the office; attend weekly and monthly meetings; attends community gatherings of formation and celebration; conducts oversight of house vehicle maintenance. This position requires a bachelor’s degree and supervisory experience. This is a salaried position which includes a favorable benefits package. L’Arche experience preferred. We are an equal opportunity employer. Full-time elementary teacher and music teacher – Holy Rosary Wea School in Bucyrus is seeking a full-time elementary teacher and music teacher for the 2021-22 school year. Candidates must hold a current Kansas teaching license. Interested applicants should complete the teacher application process at: www.archkckcs.org. For more information, please contact Nick Antista at: nick@qhrwea.org. >> Classifieds continue on page 13

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JUNE 4, 2021 | THELEAVEN.ORG >> Continued from page 12 Retreat team - The Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas has a full-time, benefits-eligible position open for a retreat team member at Prairie Star Ranch. The retreat team member performs a variety of programmatic and development activities for the retreat team internship program, specifically targeted at the facilitation of retreat programs. The position includes coordination with the director of the retreat center to facilitate retreat programs and host specific user groups. The retreat team member works with user groups, youth ministers, pastors and others to develop a higher level of service and hospitality for the ministry both on-site and off. In addition to the programming dimension, the position requires time spent in an intentional Catholic community, with time in communal prayer, personal prayer and Catholic formation. There is some manual labor and food service associated with the position as well as an expectation of high professionalism and motivation. This position requires a bachelor’s degree in religious studies, theology, education, human relations or related field; must be a practicing Catholic, registered in a Catholic parish or faith community, and must embrace in word and deed the church’s teachings on faith and morals as articulated by the church’s magisterium. Previous experience in Catholic camp ministries preferred. Qualified individuals must submit a cover letter, resume and application. To apply, please visit: www. archkck.org/jobs. Application deadline is May 27. Part-time servers - Santa Marta is recognized as a premier senior living community in Olathe. You will make a positive difference when you join the Santa Marta team as a server. Responsibilities include: serve meals to residents in a professional and hospitable manner in either independent living or health care neighborhoods; respectful interaction and communication with residents and co-workers as required; work with a team in a professional manner within dining and other departments; use proper food handling and cleaning techniques; set-up and clean the dining rooms after each dining session. Part-time servers are normally scheduled 3 - 5 shifts per week (evenings 4 - 8 p.m. and weekend breakfast, lunch and dinner shifts). $10 - $11 hourly rate, depending on relevant experience. Part-time associates earn paid time off for hours worked. To apply, go online to: santamarta retirement.com, then go to “More,” then scroll down and click on “Careers.” Then scroll down to the bottom of that page and download the application form. Full-time assistant teachers - With multiple locations in Johnson County, Special Beginnings Early Learning Center provides high quality child care in a safe, loving Christian environment. With a balanced curriculum of pre-academics and the right environment, we believe we are providing the children the foundation to a successful life. We are looking for full-time assistant teachers for all ages who have an excellent work ethic, a heart for children and a willingness to learn more about early childhood education. Experience and/or education is a plus, but we will train the right candidate. Duties include supervising and ensuring the safely and well-being of the children at all times; following predetermined curriculum and daily schedule; decorating the class and keeping classrooms clean and orderly; creating and filling out daily reports for each child; communicating with parents; meeting children’s basic needs (diapers, bottles, etc.). Must be patient and able to respond to difficult situations calmly; have good interpersonal skills with co-workers, parents and children; and be able to lift 25 pounds on a regular basis. There are opportunities for career advancement. For more information or to apply, call Carolyn Andruss at (913) 894-0131, option 3. Social media and digital communications manager The Benedictine Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica are looking for a creative, energetic individual to be responsible for the planning, creation and execution of Mount St. Scholastica’s digital communications. This position is responsible for updating, maintaining and creating content for our organization’s website. This role will work to ensure that messages and brand are consistent across all online and social platforms while building and measuring engagement with our audience on social media. This position will work closely with the communications team to produce fresh and engaging content, including video, that tells Mount St. Scholastica’s story within the scope of an integrated communications strategy. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications or related business area; 3+ years of experience in social media/digital communications, using industry standard software products for web design, word processing and video editing. Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and resume to Sister Helen Mueting at: hmueting@mountosb.org. Drivers and aides - Assisted Transportation is now hiring safe drivers and aides to transport students with special needs in Johnson, Wyandotte and Clay County, Missouri, in company vans. Drivers earn $14 - $16 per hour. Aides earn $12 per hour. Part-time and full-time schedules available. CDL not required. Retirees encouraged to apply. Make a difference in your community by helping those in need. 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Language arts teacher - St. Michael the Archangel School is seeking a faith-filled, eighth-grade language arts teacher willing to also sponsor student council and/or yearbook. Interested applicants should complete the teacher application process at: archkckcs.org. Please contact the principal, Dr. Lorenzo Rizzi, at: lorenzo.rizzi@stmichaelcp.org for more information. Director of marketing/advertisement - Donnelly College is looking for a creative, flexible and organized director of marketing and communications to increase awareness of the Donnelly College brand with a particular focus on advancing enrollment and philanthropy. As a position that is both strategic and tactical, and housed within the advancement division, the director of marketing and communications is a critical driver of developing and implementing strategy to help the college achieve its mission and vision by reaching key target audiences such as prospective students and families, alumni, institutional partners, media investors and the public. The candidate should have the following qualifications: a bachelor’s degree required, preference given to persons with degrees in marketing, communications or journalism or to persons with a related master’s degree; working knowledge of social media platforms required; working knowledge of web design platforms required; preference given to those with bilingual skills and those with experience at an academic institution working with people of diverse backgrounds; committed to diversity and serving a diverse population. Please email your cover letter, resume and transcripts to: hr@donnelly.edu with “Director of Marketing Advertising” in the subject line. Communications director - Queen of the Holy Rosary Parish in Overland Park is creating the position of communications director. The successful candidate will work directly with Father Bill Bruning and the parishioner chairs of the communications committee, the evangelization committee and will coordinate the volunteers who will be responsible for our livestreaming and online presence. The job will also require marketing skills in the form of branding and marketing communications. Interested persons are invited to review the job description and send their resume to: qhradmin@qhr-opks.org. Doll dresses - First Communion dresses for American Girl dolls or any 18” dolls. To include dress, veil, shoes, tights, and cross necklace for $35. Call (913) 345-9498 or send an email to: wwelch4@kc.rr.com to order. The dress is on display at Trinity House, 6731 W. 119th St., Overland Park. Part-time office assistant - Looking for a job where you can make a difference and you’re not just a nameless face? Come join our family-owned small company that’s been established locally in the medical instruments field for almost 40 years. We are looking for a part-time candidate who is detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, dependable, customer-service oriented, friendly and has excellent communication skills. Job tasks include invoicing, vendor relations, product ordering and receiving/ shipping. Computer skills are a must and QuickBooks a plus! Please send your resume to: Yourcareer101@gmail. com.

SERVICES Handyman - I wanted to let you all know that we do basement finishes, deck building, bathroom and kitchen remodeling. This includes tile work, cabinet refinishing, and any sheetrock work. We also do all things flooring, siding, windows, doors, covered porches, sheds and much more. I really appreciate all your support. Please call Joshua Doherty at (913) 709-7230.

ACT Prep - Founded by a Bishop Miege graduate, Pathway Prep has helped over 250 students during the last four years improve their scores. In-person or virtual sessions available. For more information, visit: pathway prepkc.com and contact Alex Pint at (913) 991-8217 or: alex@pathwayprepkc.com. Masonry work - Quality new or repair work. Brick, block and chimney/fireplace repair. Insured; second-generation bricklayer. Member of St. Paul Parish. Call (913) 271-0362. Memory quilts - Preserve your memories in a keepsake quality quilt, pillows, etc. Custom designed from your Tshirt collection, baby clothes, sports memorabilia, neckties . . . Quilted Memories. (913) 649-2704. Custom countertops - Laminates installed within 5 days. Cambria, granite, and solid surface. Competitive prices, dependable work. Call the Top Shop, Inc., at (913) 962-5058. Members of St. Joseph, Shawnee. Cleaning lady - Reasonable rates; references provided. Call (913) 209-9234. Next level Design & Remodelling llc. 10 to 40% off Exterior, Interior painting Hard surface flooring, remolding Call (913) 709-8401. Free estimates. Garage Door Repair New Garage Doors Platinum Amarr dealer, Elite Home Advisor top rating. Call Joe, mention The Leaven discount. A Total Door (913) 236-6440. 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. 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.teresakiddlaw.com. Please do not wait until life seems hopeless before getting good quality legal advice that may solve your financial stress. FREE LIFE INSURANCE QUOTE IN LESS THAN A MINUTE - For your free, no obligation life insurance or final expense quote from a dozen highly rated carriers, visit: www.mcevoyins.com or call (913) 481-2896. Sean McEvoy, Donnelly College graduate, and Bill McEvoy, Ascension parishioner.

WANTED TO BUY Wanted to buy - Old cars or hot rods. Uncompleted project cars in any condition, with or without titles. Cash buyer. Call (913) 980-3559. Wanted to buy -Do you have a car or truck that you need to get rid of? If you do, CALL ME! I’m a cash buyer. We’re Holy Trinity parishioners. My name is Mark. (913) 980-4905. 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.

Win disability benefits - Disabled and no longer able to work? Get help winning Social Security disability benefits. Free consultation. Eight years’ experience. No fee unless you win. Call (785) 331-6452 or send an email to: montemace2000@yahoo.com or visit http://www. montemacedisability.org.

Wanted to buy - Antique/vintage jewelry, paintings, pottery, sterling, etc. Single pieces or estate. Renee Maderak, (913) 475-7393. St. Joseph Parish, Shawnee.

Financial coach – Living paycheck to paycheck? Little or no savings? If you’re struggling with your finances and feeling overwhelmed but don’t know where to turn, I would love to help guide you out of financial stress and into a life of abundance. Free consultation. Call or text Julie at (913) 617-5409 or email: juliekolichbarron@ gmail.com. Dave Ramsey-certified.

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)

Senior Care Authority - Navigating senior care options can be overwhelming. We’ll help you sort through and understand all your care and living options and point you to vetted resources. Placement assistance is FREE. We do a thorough assessment, do all the research and walk with you as you make these big decisions for you or your loved one. Call (913) 359-8580.

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DAILY READINGS TENTH WEEK OF ORDINARY TIME June 6 THE MOST HOLY BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST (Corpus Christi) Ex 24: 3-8 Ps 116: 12-13, 15-18 Heb 9: 11-15 Mk 14: 12-16, 22-26 June 7 Monday 2 Cor 1: 1-7 Ps 34: 2-9 Mt 5: 1-12 June 8 Tuesday 2 Cor 1: 18-22 Ps 119: 129-133, 135 Mt 5: 13-16 June 9 Ephrem, deacon, doctor of the church 2 Cor 3: 4-11 Ps 99: 5-9 Mt 5: 17-19 June 10 Thursday 2 Cor 3:15 – 4:1, 3-6 Ps 85: 9ab, 10-14 Mt 5: 20-26 June 11 THE MOST SACRED HEART OF JESUS Hos 11: 1, 3-4, 8c-9 (Ps) Is 12: 2-6 Eph 3: 8-12, 14-19 Jn 19: 31-37 June 12 The Immaculate Heart of the Blessed Virgin Mary 2 Cor 5: 14-21 Ps 103: 1-4, 9-12 Lk 2: 41-51 ELEVENTH WEEK OF ORDINARY TIME June 13 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 14 Monday 2 Cor 6: 1-10 Ps 98: 1, 2b, 3-4 Mt 5: 38-42 June 15 Tuesday 2 Cor 8: 1-9 Ps 146: 2, 5-9a Mt 5: 43-48 June 16 Wednesday 2 Cor 9: 6-11 Ps 112: 1bc-4, 9 Mt 6: 1-6, 16-18 June 17 Thursday 2 Cor 11: 1-11 Ps 111: 1b-4, 7-8 Mt 6: 7-15 June 18 Friday 2 Cor 11: 18, 21-30 Ps 34: 2-7 Mt 6: 19-23 June 19 Romuald, abbot 2 Cor 12: 1-10 Ps 34: 8-13 Mt 6: 24-34

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They could not leave them orphaned

he older I get, the more appreciative I become of my family. Growing up, I assumed that everyone had loving parents and a stable home where the necessities of life — like faith, food, education and medical care — were provided for. Obviously, that’s not the case, as I’ve learned over the years and as recent articles in The Leaven about foster care clearly show. Sadly, the plight of children in need is not a new one in our country. A few weeks ago, I visited the National Orphan Train Complex in Concordia (orphantraindepot.org). I suspect that many people are unaware of what the “orphan train” was or that this gem of a museum is found here in Kansas. First, here’s a little history lesson. Around the year 1830, the problem of homeless children exploded in large cities in the East. For example, the population of New York City by 1850 was about a half a million.

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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.

Of those, about 10,000 to 30,000 children lived on the streets or were housed in overcrowded orphanages. These kids sold rags or matches to survive, while others engaged in prostitution or became thieves or pickpockets. At night, they slept on sidewalk steam grates or under bridges. A minister and social reformer named Charles Loring Brace was so disturbed by this situation that he founded the Children’s Aid Society in 1853

to help children who were orphaned, half-orphaned or abandoned. He came up with the idea to rehome children from the slums of New York City to “goodhearted families in small towns and on farms [that] would take the children, educate them and see that they had a religious upbringing.” This became “the largest children’s migration in history,” according to Andrea Warren in her book, “We Rode the Orphan Trains.” From 1854-1930, about 250,000 children rode those trains, with some 4100 children settling here in Kansas. Unfortunately, the children were not usually informed about what

exactly was happening to them. Many, believing the train ride was an adventure, were simply excited to receive two sets of new clothes (one for the train ride and one to be changed into when meeting their new families) and a Bible. Agents from the Children’s Aid Society traveled with the kids to provide food, medicines and emotional support. In 1869, the Sisters of Charity of New York got involved. Sister Mary Irene Fitzgibbon and two other Sisters created the Foundling Hospital in New York City, where they cared for abandoned infants and toddlers. The Sisters “put a cradle in a protected area near the front door where infants could be left.” Some people provided no information about the child, while others wrote emotional notes such as: “It is a heartbroken mother who is compelled to surrender her child through misfortune.” And “My wife, its mother, is dead. Do the very best you can do for my little one.” The Sisters placed their

charges aboard “mercy trains” to live with Catholic families across the country. The Concordia museum has a short film to introduce visitors to the story of the orphan trains. Afterwards, people can check out scores of photos, stories and artifacts of kids who rode those trains. There is even a refurbished rail car on-site to simulate what the children experienced. Naturally, not every child found a happy home, but the majority of placements worked out well. Warren’s book summarizes well the rationale behind the orphan trains: “Officials knew that the placing out program was imperfect and did what they could to screen out inappropriate families. But in spite of problems, placing out provided the best chance many of the children had of finding a home.” This day trip is a worthwhile stop . . . especially if you’ve been taking your family for granted.

So many events in Old Testament foreshadow those in New

few years ago, the parish Bible discussion group I took part in read through the Book of Exodus. One of the women in the group, Nancy, had grown up on a farm and was wellacquainted with livestock and the slaughtering thereof. When, in the course of our study, we reached Sunday’s passage, which tells about the covenant-making between God and the Israelites, she made an unexpected comment. As soon as we read that Moses took calves’ blood and “sprinkled it on the people,” Nancy immediately said, “There’d be flies!”

KEVIN PERROTTA Perrotta is the editor and an author of the “Six Weeks with the Bible” series, teaches part time at Siena Heights University and leads Holy Land pilgrimages. He lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

I don’t think any remark I’ve ever heard put me in touch with the earthy reality of

biblical events more powerfully than her matter-of-fact observation. The episode is indeed earthy — and unique. Moses builds a stone altar and sets up 12 tall stones, one each for the Israelite tribes. He has some young guys slaughter and butcher several calves — hardly a task for an 80-year-old like Moses — and he burns the flesh as a gift to God. Then comes the

sloshing of blood on the altar, which represents God, and on the people. Nowhere else in the Bible is there anything quite like this. There is, however, one incident that is similar in one respect. Later, Moses ordains his brother Aaron as chief priest for the Israelites, and that ceremony also involves blood. Moses sacrifices a ram, then takes some of the animal’s blood and daubs it on Aaron, splashing the rest on the altar. Jewish scholar Nahum Sarna comments: “It is likely that in both these ceremonies — covenant and ordination — the blood functions mysteriously to cement the bond

between the involved parties.” By sharing the blood with the Israelites and with Aaron, God lifted them up into “a higher level of intimate relationship” with himself. In strange ways, events in the history of God with Israel prefigure realities in the life of Jesus and his relationship with us today. Here we have a profound foreshadowing. The ceremonies with Moses and the Israelites in the Sinai wilderness point to the meaning of the Eucharist, in which Jesus shares his blood, his life, with us, bringing us into intimacy with him.

Pope asks all Catholics to step up commitment to saving creation VATICAN CITY (CNS) — To help lead the world’s Catholics along a journey of intensified action in caring for creation, Pope Francis asked everyone to join a new global grassroots movement to create a more inclusive, fraternal, peaceful and sustainable world. The new initiative, the Laudato Si’ Action Platform, is “a seven-year journey that will see

our communities committed in different ways to becoming totally sustainable, in the spirit of integral ecology,” the pope said in a video message released May 25. “We need a new ecological approach that can transform our way of dwelling in the world, our lifestyles, our relationship with the resources of the Earth and, in general, our way of looking at humanity and of living life,” he

said. This can only come about by everyone working together in a coordinated effort, he added. “Only in this way will we be able to create the future we want: a more inclusive, fraternal, peaceful and sustainable world,” said the pope. His message was released on the last day of Laudato Si’ Week — the “crowning event” of a special Laudato Si’ Anniversary Year, which closed May 24.

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PREK - 8 STREAM SUMMER PROGRAMS Resurrection School at the Cathedral 425 N. 15th St., Kansas City, Kansas June 1 - July 2

Half-day and full-day options, one- to fiveweek options. Keep your child engaged and learning all summer. Sign up for one of our weeklong themed camps: Vacation Vibes, Race Car Research, Detective Deep Dive, Snacking with Science and Wild Weather. Unable to attend in person? Order one or all three of our subscription boxes for June August. Go online to: rcskck.org for more information and forms.

MEMORIAL LITURGY Curé of Ars Church 9405 Mission Rd., Leawood June 5 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. Grief counselors Tracy and Alan Harris will speak. For more information, call (913) 6492026.

WAR HORSES FOR VETERANS D-DAY RIDE 5600 W. 183rd St., Stillwell June 6 at 8 a.m.

This is a 103-mile motorcycle ride hosted by the Father Donnelly Division of the Ancient Order of Hibernians. The cost is: $25 per rider; $10 per passenger. For registration and details go online to: warhorsesforveterans.com.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Villa St. Francis 16600 W. 126th St., Olathe Wednesdays, June 9 - July 14

Villa St. Francis’ spiritual director Maureen Kelly is starting a grief support group for people that lost a loved one in a nursing home during the quarantine. The group is limited to 10 people. For more information or to register, contact Maureen Kelly, MA, at: mkelly@villasf.org or call (913) 2579232.

PRAYER VIGIL FOR THE SOLEMNITY OF THE SACRED HEART OF JESUS St. Joseph Parish 11311 Johnson Dr., Shawnee June 10 at 7 p.m.

The prayer vigil will include vespers, the Act of Reparation, Litany of the Sacred Heart and the chaplet of the Sacred Heart.

HOLY SPIRIT GARAGE SALE Holy Spirit Parish 11300 W. 103rd St., Overland Park June 10 from 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. June 12 from 8 a.m. - noon

Sale items include, but are not limited to, furniture, kitchen wares, clothing, baby items, toys, games, holiday items, books, home decor and more.

‘UNFAILING MERCY’: PROJECT RACHEL WEEKEND RETREAT June 11 - 13

For privacy, the location is given only to those attending. For further information and to register, contact Ann Marie by email at: projectrachelkc@archkck.org or call (913) 621-2199.

ART EXHIBITION St. Benedict’s Abbey (Art Gallery) 1020 N. Second St., Atchison June 12 from 1 - 2 p.m.

The exhibition will include a reception and talk by the artist, Brother Karel Soukup, OSB. There will be wine and light hors d’ouevres. The exhibit will be open by appointment June 5 through 17. For more information, send an email to: karel@kansasmonks.org.

700 FAMILY GARAGE SALE Queen of the Holy Rosary, Wea 22779 Metcalf Rd, Bucyrus June 12 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. June 13 from 8 a.m. - noon

Come find all the things you need and all the things you didn’t know you needed! On Sunday, June 13, all items that fit in a trash bag will be $5 a bag (except furniture and certain marked tables). Call (913) 244-2403 if you have a question.

ROSARY RALLY IN HONOR OF OUR LADY OF FATIMA St. Pius X Parish 5500 Woodson Rd., Mission June 13 from 3 - 4:15 p.m.

We will pray the joyful, sorrowful and glorious mysteries of the rosary. Benediction will follow, as well as an opportunity for attendees to enroll in the brown scapular. For more information, visit the website at: www.rosaryrallieskc.org.

Y’ALL - YOUNG ADULTS LOVING LIFE Parkville Women’s Clinic 6326 N. Lucerne Ave., Kansas City, Missouri June 17 at 6 p.m.

Y’ALL, Young Adults Loving Life, is an outreach ministry of Parkville Women’s Clinic. We invite supporters of life under the age of 35-ish, to join us for free for speaker Ryan Lafebvre to learn more about working together to build strong families. Those 35 and over are also invited, but a donation is encouraged to support this ministry. For more details and to register, call Carla Killen at (816) 746-4855 or send an email to: ckillen@ parkvillewomensclinic.com.

SPECIAL-NEEDS FAMILY CAMP Prairie Star Ranch 1124 California Rd., Williamsburg June 18 - 20

Enjoy a weekend of fun and family at Camp Tekakwitha. Register online at: www. archkck.org/special-needs.

SUMMER DATE NIGHT FOR MARRIED COUPLES Your home/yard June 17 (begins)

Grab your spouse and your favorite beverage and head out to your patio. We’ve got seven great date nights filled with insights and skills that will bring you closer. Sessions are live online with recordings available for registered participants. Ready to socialize again? Invite a group of couples to register with you, then simply plan to stream all or some of the sessions together for a fun evening with friends. For more information and to register, go online to: evermoreinlove. org/everyday-skills.

ST. JOSEPH RETREAT: ‘WITH A FATHER’S HEART’ Christ’s Peace House of Prayer 22131 Meagher Rd., Easton June 25 - 27

The retreat will begin on June 25 at 6 p.m. with supper. In this year dedicated to St. Joseph, enter into the movement and develop a deeper relationship with our spiritual father as we learn about consecration to St. Joseph through Father Callaway’s book at our St. Joseph Shrine. There will be conferences, eucharistic adoration, Mass, confession and time for private prayer, reflection and walking. The suggested donation is $170/single or $250/couples for the cabins and courtyard rooms; $100 for the single guest rooms (meals included). To attend, sign up online at: info@christspeace.com or call (913) 773-8255.

RETROUVAILLE Kansas City Metro area June 25 - 27

15 Retrouvaille is a lifeline for struggling marriages. Are you lost in your marriage? Have you stopped sharing feelings? Have you thought of separation or divorce? Hope is a phone call or click away at (800) 4702230 or www.helpourmarriage.com.

DAUGHTERS OF ISABELLA LITTLE FLOWER CIRCLE Christ the King Parish (Yadrich Hall) 5972 S.W. 25th St., Topeka June 27 at 12:45 p.m.

A rosary will be followed by the business meeting and social time. Social distancing and masks will be required. If anyone knows of a member or family member of Daughters of Isabella in need of the circle’s prayers, call Bobbie Graff Hendrixson at (785) 2710145. If you are interested in or would like more information about the Daughters of Isabella, call Cindy Keen at (785) 228-9863.

CATHOLIC HEART WORKCAMP Kansas City area July 12 - 15

If you know of anyone needing minor home repairs, painting or yard cleanup, contact the managers by email at: chwc.kc@ gmail.com or call (402) 306-9043. You will need to leave a message if you call. Safety guidelines are in place to meet the current CDC guidelines regarding COVID.

TOTUS TUUS FOR PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS Prince of Peace Parish 16000 W. 143rd St., Olathe July 19 - 23

Come join others and learn about Totus Tuus. Register online at: www.archkck.org/ special-needs.

SPECIAL-NEEDS MINISTRY NEEDS VOLUNTEERS

Give the gift of yourself! The special-needs ministry in the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas needs volunteers, 14 years of age and older, to help restart BREATHE — a respite care program. This program provides a break from caregiving to families who have a child with a disability. The program is held at Bishop Miege High School in Roeland Park, usually on the third Saturday of each month from 4 - 8 p.m. We are planning to offer our first session on Aug. 21. Volunteers “buddy” with a child with a disability for a fun evening of recreation and leisure activities. COVID protocols will be followed. To learn more and to register, go online to: www.archkck.org/ special-needs or send an email to: tracunas @archkck.org.

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Download Leaven app for the latest Catholic news this summer By Moira Cullings moira.cullings@theleaven.org

ANSAS CITY, Kan. — In July 2020, The Leaven launched a new website to give Catholics in the archdiocese an even more enjoyable reading experience. With a clean look, quick load time and language options, users can expect to breeze through the site and visit it often. The redesign’s purpose, said managing editor Anita McSorley, is to keep the Catholic community in the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas connected — especially during the summer months. The Leaven’s last weekly hit homes on May 21. From then until September, it publishes biweekly. McSorley sees the irony in The Leaven hitting its biweekly schedule just as pandemic restrictions are being lifted and parish activities are gearing up. “Summer is always a tough time for us because you can’t provide very timely news on an every-other-week basis,” she said. “But this year will be particularly challenging,” she continued, “because so many parishes and ministries that have had to scale back for so long because of COVID will now be hoping for help in promoting their programs and events.” That’s where The Leaven’s online offerings come into play. “Fortunately, we have multiple other ways to move the news,” said McSorley. “We have an excellent new website that loads much faster than our old one did, looks better on mobile and converts the stories to Spanish and other languages at the touch of a button. “And we also push a variety of content out through our Facebook, Instagram and Twitter platforms.” “Finally,” she added, “we’ll be starting up our blog again in order to help keep folks up to date between issues.” Last March when COVID-19 took the nation by storm, it became clear how crucial The Leaven’s website and social media channels were to spread news instantly. The publication will continue utilizing those outlets to share information quickly and spread content that doesn’t always make it in print.

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