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February 2014 Official Newspaper of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Winona, MN
COURIER
Feast of the Presentation of our Lord February 2
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Marching for Life in Washington, D.C. Three busloads of youth, young adults, seminarians & chaperones from the Diocese of Winona drove to Washington, D. C. and joined hundreds of thousands for the annual March For Life.
The group from the Diocese of Winona was led by Ben Frost, Director of the Office of Youth and Young Adults and Peter Martin, Director of the Office of Life, Marriage & Family.
Knowing that we have the ability to change the world and be the ones to speak up for the unborn just reminds me of how life changing this experience really was." - Mary Ahlberg, Owatonna
"At the conference, I was reminded of why I marched. I marched to give a voice to the innocent, those that cannot speak for themselves. I was proud to count myself as one of the thousands who were making a difference." - Heidi Bau, Slayton
The frigid cold weather and heavy snow could not keep the 130 Diocese of Winona pilgrims from standing up for life in our Nation's Capital. Energetic young people filled three buses and joined hundreds of thousands at the annual March for Life. Our journey started at the Cathedral in Winona, where everyone gathered together to celebrate Mass with Bishop Quinn. Pilgrims then loaded buses and traveled 20 hours to the East Coast. While in Washington, D.C. the group had the privilege of participating in many incredible events. For the first time we attended the "Students for Life Conference" which was formative and inspiring. Young people learned how to spread the pro-life culture among their peers. This was particularly encouraging as the polls are showing that more young people are adopting a pro-life stance today. This uplifting event then set the tone for other events. The group joined thousands of young Catholics for the "Life is Very Good" event, which featured music by Matt Maher and a Eucharistic Holy Hour. We also gathered for a Rally and Mass with bishops and cardinals and then made our way to the National March on Washington. The March this year was difficult because of the cold weather. We literally went from 50 degrees on Monday to subzero wind chill on Wednesday. Our pilgrims were cold in body but firey in spirit! As we marched down Capital Street we joined thousands of others who were holding signs, singing songs, and chanting slogans like: "We are the Pro-Life Generation." We ended our journey at the Supreme Court, offered prayers, and then made our way back to the bus and The March, cont'd on pg. 7
INSIDE this issue
We Have Left Everything to Follow read more on page 6
Food for the Body and Soul
Celebrating All Vocations page 9
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Photo Spotlight
The Courier Insider
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I AM the Pro-Life Generation
Articles of Interest
Have your marriage blessed by the Pope!
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What We Accomplished
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We Have Left Everything to Follow You
page 6
DOW Catholic Schools Seek to Serve
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In February, We Celebrate All Vocations
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Providing Food for the Body and Soul Courage in the Diocese of Winona An Invitation for You!
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“What's Up?” with Lay Formation These Days
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Pope Benedict’s Apostolic Letter: Summorum Pontificum
page 13
Guardian & Conservator Program Helps Adults in Great Need page 14
Courage knows no age limit. Photo by Fr. Vogel.
Consecrated Life in the Diocese of Winona
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Pope Francis Watch
Pope Francis Affirms the Respect & Dignity of All Human Life "Peace is also threatened by every denial of human dignity, firstly the lack of access to adequate nutrition. We cannot be indifferent to those suffering from hunger, especially children, when we think of how much food is wasted every day in many parts of the world immersed in what I have often termed “the throwaway culture”. Unfortunately, what is thrown away is not only food and dispensable objects, but often human beings themselves, who are discarded as “unnecessary”. For example, it is frightful even to think there are children, victims of abortion, who will never see the light of day; children being used as soldiers, abused and killed in armed conflicts; and children being bought and sold in that terrible form of modern slavery which is human trafficking, which is a crime against humanity.” -His Holiness Pope Francis, Address to the Diplomatic Corps, January 13, 2014
Bishop's Calendar February 1, Saturday 4:30 p.m. – Liturgy of the Eucharist for World Day of Sick, at St. Mary’s Hospital Chapel
Pope Francis puts the hood on a baby as he arrives to lead his general audience in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican Jan. 8. (CNS photo/ Paul Haring)
Pope Francis also gave his support to those Marching for Life in D.C. through Twitter. @Pontifex: "I join the March for Life in Washington with my prayers. May God help us respect all life, especially the most vulnerable."
CORRECTION In the January 2014 issue of The Courier, a photo of the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart (seen to the right) was printed without the proper credit. This photo was taken by Tom Grier of Winona, Minn. We apologize to Mr. Grier for the oversight.
February 2, Sunday 11 a.m. – Liturgy of the Eucharist, World Day for Consecrated Life, Assisi Heights, Rochester, followed by lunch February 3-6, Sun-Thurs Catholic Leadership Institute, Good Shepherds-Good Leaders, Orlando, FL February 10, Monday 4 p.m. – Board of Directors Meeting,
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Child Abuse Policy Information Diocese of Winona - Child Sexual Abuse Policy Information The Diocese of Winona will provide a prompt, appropriate and compassionate response to reporters of sexual abuse of a child by any diocesan agent (employees, volunteers, vendors, religious or clergy). Anyone wishing to make a report of an allegation of sexual abuse should call the Victim Assistance Coordinator at 507454-2270, Extension 255. A caller will be asked to provide his or her name and telephone number. Individuals are also encouraged to take their reports directly to civil authorities. The Diocese of Winona is committed to protecting children, young people and other vulnerable people in our schools, parishes and ministries. The diocesan policy is available on the diocesan web site at www.dow. org under the Safe Environment Program. If you have any questions about the Diocese of Winona’s implementation of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People, please contact Peter Martin, at 507-858-1264, or pmartin@dow.org.
Seek to Love as Christ Loves Dear Friends in Christ,
Rejoice in Hope Bishop John M. Quinn up in our own busy schedule that we miss the needs of the people closest to us. Who do we know who might need help? Can we give
March for Life Three busloads of youth and young adults from the Diocese of Winona joined the hundreds of thousands who went to our nation’s Capitol to march for the dignity of human life, which begins at the moment of conception. Ben Frost, our diocesan Director of Youth and Young Adults, and Peter Martin, our diocesan Director of the Office of Life, Marriage & Family, organized and led the pilgrimage from our diocese that consisted of young adults, including our IHM seminarians. They traveled through the long interstate roads to attend to the Mass for Life celebrated by many bishops. The group then walked from the Mall to the Supreme Court building in the freezing, snowy weather. Msgr. Colletti and I were prevented from joining them this year due to the weather canceling our flights, but our hearts were with them. I am deeply moved by stories of all the young people
Officials
The Most Rev. John M. Quinn, Bishop of the Diocese of Winona, announces the following:
and especially those from the Diocese of Winona, who stand up for life and are willing to bring their faith out into the world. We look forward to next year, when we will have to invite even more of our young people to come and March for Life in Washington D.C. World Day for Consecrated Life In 1997, Pope John Paul II instituted a day of prayer for women and men in consecrated life. This celebration is attached to the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord on February 2nd. This Feast is also known as Candlemas Day; the day on which candles are blessed symbolizing Christ who is the light of the world. So too, those in consecrated life are called to reflect light of Jesus Christ to all peoples. World Day for Consecrated Life will be celebrated in the Church on Sunday, February 2 and in parishes on the weekend of February 1-2, 2014. The Diocese of Winona is greatly enriched by the presence, love and work of so many consecrated brothers and sisters in our diocese. I am also so pleased to see the number of our parishioners who are in formation for Consecrated Life (you can see their photos on page 16 of this issue). Please pray for all those who have made commitments in the consecrated life, and be sure to thank them on their special day. May they
Appointments: Deacon Michael Ellis, appointed as Chair of the Diocesan Liturgical Commission, effective January 24, 2014. Rev. Donald J. Schmitz, appointed as an Advocate of the Winona Tribunal, effective January 22, 2014, for an indefinite period. Rev. Msgr. Donald P. Schmitz, appointed as a Courage and EnCourage Chaplain for the Diocese of Winona, effective January 13, 2014. This is in addition to current assignment at Pax Christi Church. Rev. Msgr. Gerald C. Kosse, appointed as a Courage and EnCourage Chaplain for the Diocese of Winona, effective January 13, 2014. This is in addition to current assignments at St. Leo in Pipestone, St. Joseph in Jasper, and St. Martin in Woodstock. Rev. William Thompson, appointed as a Courage and EnCourage Chaplain for the Diocese of Winona, effective January 13, 2014. This is in addition to current assignment at Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary. Deacon Robert Yerhot, appointed as a Courage and EnCourage Consultant for the Diocese of Winona, effective January 13, 2014. Mr. Peter Martin, appointed as a Courage and EnCourage Moderator for the Diocese of Winona, effective January 13, 2014. This is in addition to current position in the Office of Life, Marriage and Family.
continue to be inspired by Jesus Christ and respond generously to God's gift of their vocation. Catholic Schools The last week of January was Catholic Schools Week. The Diocese of Winona is truly fortunate to have 22 elementary schools, 4 high schools, many preschool programs attached to a school and 4 separate preschool programs. Many of them will have special programs in observance of Catholic Schools Week. Watch for the announcements of events in your area and join with students, parents and staff to participate in Catholic Schools Week. I have a great passion for our Catholic schools. I believe they are the most effective method for communicating the faith to the next generation and showing them how to live the faith. Catholic schools have high academic standards and they graduate students who are prepared to be active, positive and contributing members of their communities. Thank you for your support of our schools. From pre-school to graduate school, I believe our qualified and gifted educators and staff offer the best educational opportunities available anywhere in the diocese. For most, it requires a significant sacrifice to send your child to private school, especially in a dif-
ficult economy like today. Through a scholarship from the Diocese of Winona Foundation Seeds of Faith Tuition Assistance Fund, sending your child to one of our many schools may be more realistic than you think. Please inquire at your local school as to who is eligible and how to apply. Capital Campaign Thank you for your support of the Rooted in Faith, Rejoice in Hope! campaign. Recently, the $25 million “Challenge Goal” milestone was passed and we continue to move with that momentum toward our overall $30 million goal. I am so humbled by the generosity and outpouring of support for our important goals. In the following pages you can see where the funds raised have been directed to date. We have nearly accomplished the goals of the Priests’ Pension Fund and with the funds directed toward Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary, we can address many of the issues of concern. I continue to pray that we can address all the needs by reaching our overall goal. I am confident that together with Christ, we can accomplish these great things!
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Thankfulness Gives Life As we embark on this Year of Thanksgiving for our diocese, celebrating the 125 years of life in the Diocese of Winona, let us embrace a challenge to take our faith a step further. In our thanksgiving and gratitude of all we have been given, let us heed Pope Francis’ words and “Go make disciples!” We, myself included, can at times become too caught
of our time or talents to another? Maybe there is a friend, a fellow parishioner or neighbor on our street who might have a need that we could meet? Spreading the Good News of Jesus Christ is first and foremost living out that Gospel by loving others as Christ has loved us. Let us each look for someone to bring Christ’s love to this month.
Sincerely in Christ,
Most Rev. John M. Quinn Bishop of Winona
Bishop's Calendar cont'd February 16, Sunday 8:30 a.m. – Mass at St. Mary’s Church, Winona 10:30 a.m. – Mass at St. Mary’s Church, Winona February 17-21, Monday-Friday Retreat Master for Detroit Presbyterate, in Detroit February 25, Tuesday 6:30 a.m. – Morning Prayer, Mass, and Breakfast at Immaculate Heart of Mary Seminary, Winona February 26, Wednesday 2 p.m. – Madonna Towers, Rochester, Blessing February 27, Thursday 1 p.m. – Holy Hour 2 p.m. – Bishop’s Cabinet
March 1, Saturday 5 p.m. – Mass, St. Mary Church, Houston March 2, Sunday 10:30 a.m. – Mass, St. Joseph Church, Rushford March 5, Wednesday 8:20 a.m. – Mass for Ash Wednesday, Cotter Schools, Chapel of the Angels, Winona March 6, Thursday 1 p.m. – Holy Hour 2 p.m. – Cabinet March 9, Sunday 10:30 a.m. – Mass at Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Winona 3 p.m. – Rite of Election, Queen of Angels Church, Austin February, 2014 w The Courier
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Newlyweds: Have your marriage blessed by Pope Francis! The ability to relive the experience of the wedding day for a newlywed couple is enhanced nowadays with professional Two FOCUS missionaries, Aaron and Emily photographers and videographers. However, there are some Lofy, were recipients of the blessing from newlyweds who are able to recall their wedding day in a way that is even better than that! These are the newlyweds who travel to Pope Francis. Good Morning America was the Vatican to have their marriage blessed by the Pope. also there and did a short interview with the Catholic couples who have celebrated their marriage vows Lofy's about their Papal experience. recently can request special tickets to a VIP section at the Wednesday general audience in the Vatican and are able to greet the pope, receive his blessing as well as a commemorative rosary and be given a photo opportunity that they will treasure for a lifetime. If you are (or if you know of) an engaged couple or a newlywed couple who may be interested, here are the requirements: • the couple must have been married in a Catholic church within two months of the audience they want to attend. • They need to send a request for newlywed tickets and seating to visitorsoffice@pnac.org. • The request needs to include the name of the church where the wedding took place; the date of the wedding; the name of the priest who witnessed their marriage; and the full name of the bride and groom. • The couple must bring with them to Rome a copy of their certificate of sacramental marriage signed and-greet and those pictures will be available for sale later through by their priest. This will be L’Osservatore Romano’s photo service www.photovat.com Peter Martin, STL needed to get a special rosaTwo FOCUS missionaries, Aaron and Emily Lofy, were recipients Director ry for newlyweds that was of the blessing from Pope Francis a couple of months ago. The pmartin@dow.org blessed by the pope. couple traveled to Rome to receive a blessing on their marriage from • The requested tickets the Pope and took lists of prayer intentions from friends and family to and detailed instructions give to His Holiness. Good Morning America was also there for what about the Wednesday audience will be given out at the U.S. was the last Audience of the calendar year and did a short interview Bishops’ Office for United States Visitors to the Vatican — located with the Lofy's about their Papal experience. Emily and Aaron were near the Trevi Fountain on Via dell’Umilta 30. Audience tickets are FOCUS missionaries in Winona during the 2011-2012 school year. distributed at the office Tuesday afternoons from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. • They can wear their wedding attire to the audience although women are encouraged to wear a shawl if their dress doesn’t cover their shoulders. • A papal photographer will be taking pictures during the meet-
Spend Valentine’s Day with Pope Francis! On February 14th, 2014, feast of St. Valentine, the patron saint of lovers, Pope Francis will meet with engaged couples to celebrate “The Joy of Yes Forever.” The initiative is promoted by the Pontifical Council for the Family. Engaged couples who have already attended or are presently going through the courses of marriage preparation are invited to the meeting with the Holy Father, which will be held in Paul VI Hall at the Vatican, at 11:00 a.m. "The Holy Father has repeatedly urged those who are in love and young married couples to live the faithful and fruitful joy that grows in holiness, as they follow the model of the Holy Family and welcome Christ into the life of their family, which is renewed each day and forever by the full and free gift of self in the sacramental love, penetrated by the grace of the Paschal Mystery." With these words the President of the Pontifical Council for the Family, Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia, presented the event, which will be the first official meeting of Pope Francis with engaged couples. At the encounter with the young people of Umbria, in Assisi, last October 4th, Pope Francis said: "What is marriage? It is a true and authentic vocation, as are the priesthood and the religious life. Two Christians who marry have recognized the call of the Lord in their own love story, the vocation to form one flesh and one life from two, male and female. And the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony envelops this love in the grace of God, it roots it in God himself. By this gift, and by the certainty of this call, you can continue on assured; you have nothing to fear; you can face everything together!" February, 2014 w The Courier
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We Have Left Everything to Follow You Some time ago, a young man asked “Other than going to the seminary, what I can do to know that priesthood is not for me?” It was a peculiar question that indicated that seminary may be exactly what was needed. Yet behind the question was a certain fear: what will happen if I leave everything behind? This fear is not uncommon among men considering the priesthood. Concerns abound in the hearts of those who want to pursue God’s will and understand the cost associated with being a disciple. Some may think that if they become a priest that others will immediately consider them to be pedophiles. Others worry about not being married. Many do not understand how they could be worthy to be a
Rev. Will Thompson Director wthompson@dow.org
priest. But as St. Peter notes, God shows no partiality (Acts 10:34). God calls whomever He chooses to serve as His priest. Those called are required to leave behind much, but will in turn receive a hundredfold (Mark 10:29-30). Each young man who considers the priesthood carries his own unique concerns, making it difficult to offer a general response, but there seems to be one commonality: take up your cross and follow Jesus. It is not helpful for a young man to ignore his worries, nor is it helpful to think that God will not help him to
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overcome those struggles. If a man worries about how he will be perceived by others, it is necessary to grow in humility. If a man worries about not having a family, it is necessary to grieve that loss. If a man does not think he is worthy to be a priest, he is right! God calls us and gives us the grace we need to love and serve Him and His Church. Ultimately, those who are called to the priesthood require faith, hope and love. These virtues build up within a man the desire to leave behind everything that does not assist him in following God’s will. If you are considering the priesthood, through the seminary. Bring your fears to bring all of your concerns to the Lord. You the Lord, receive his strength and come, may be carrying a larger burden than follow Jesus Christ into your vocation. necessary. If you are considering what else you could possibly do other than go to the seminary, perhaps seminary is exactly what is needed. If God is not calling you to Many parishes throughout the diocese committed to offer consolation to the Heart the priesthood, the time of Christ through a Mass of Reparation. 8:30 a.m. - St. John the Meadow spent in seminary will only Saturday, Feb 1 Baptist, Minnesota Lake 5:15 p.m. - St. Marys, derail you from pursuing 7:30 a.m. - St. Augustine, Thursday, Feb 20 Winona a family and career for Austin 8:30 a.m. - St. Ignatius, Spring Wednesday, Feb 12 a short time and you will Sunday, Feb 2 8 a.m. - St. Agnes, Kellogg Valley gain so much by coming 7 p.m. - Cathedral of the 9 a.m. - St. Vincent de Paul, 8:30 a.m. - St. Luke, to know God and your- Sacred Heart, Winona West Concord Sherburn self much more clearly. 8 a.m. - St. Patricks, 2 p.m. - Thorncrest 9 a.m. St. Francis de Sales, Lanesboro If God is calling you to Retirement Center, Albert Claremont Monday, Feb 3 the priesthood, there Lea Thursday, Feb 13 5:30 p.m. St. Mary, Chatfield is no other way to purFriday, Feb 21 8 a.m. Our Lady of Good Tuesday, Feb 4 sue that vocation than
Diocesan Masses of Reparation for Sins
8:30 a.m. - Sacred Heart, Adams Wednesday, Feb 5 8 a.m. - Holy Redeemer, Eyota 8:30 a.m. - Good Shepherd, Jackson 8:30 a.m. - St. Patrick, LeRoy Thursday, Feb 6 8:30 a.m. - St. Teresa, Mapleton 9 a.m. - Christ the King, Byron 2 p.m. - St. Johns Nursing Home, Albert Lea Friday, Feb 7 8 a.m. - St. Felix, Wabasha Saturday, Feb 8 9 a.m. - St. John Baptist de La Salle, Dodge Center Sunday, Feb 9 9 a.m. - St. Mary, Worthington 9 a.m. - St. Patrick, Lanesboro 2:30 p.m. - St. Leo, Pipestone Monday, Feb 10 8:30 a.m. - St. Mary, Caledonia Tuesday, Feb 11 8:30 a.m. - St. Columban, Iona 8:30 a.m. - St. Finbarr, Grand
Counsel, Wilmont 8 a.m. - St. Bernard, Stewartville 8:30 a.m. - St. Joachim, Plainview 2 p.m. - Good Samaritan Care Center, Albert Lea 3:15 p.m. - St. Joseph, Lakefield 6:30 p.m. - St. Rose of Lima, Lewiston Friday, Feb 14 8:30 a.m. - Sacred Heart, Waseca Saturday, Feb 15 5 p.m. - Sacred Heart, Brewster 7 p.m. - St. Aioysius, Elba Sunday, Feb 16 9:30 a.m. - St. Columbaus, Preston 10 a.m. - St. Francis Xavier, Windom Monday, Feb 17 8:30 a.m. - Resurrection, Rochester Tuesday, Feb 18 8:15 a.m. - St. John the Baptist, Mankato 8:30 a.m. - St. Joseph, Good Thunder Wednesday, Feb 19 8:30 a.m. - Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Easton
7:15 a.m. - St. Francis of Assisi, Rochester 9 a.m. - Holy Family, Kasson 12:10 p.m. - St. John the Evangelist, Rochester Saturday, Feb 22 INDIA- St. Mary’s, Houston INDIA- St. Josephs, Rushford Sunday, Feb 23 8:15 a.m. - Holy Spirit, Rochester Monday, Feb 24 IMHS- St. Josephs, Owatonna Tuesday, Feb 25 5:30 p.m. - All Saints, Madison Lake Wednesday, Feb 26 8:30 a.m. - St. Matthew, Vernon Ctr Thursday, Feb 27 7:30 a.m. - St. Theodore, Albert Lea 8 a.m. - St. Charles Borromeo, St. Charels Friday, Feb 28 10 a.m. - Lake City Nursing Home, Lake City IMHS- St. Marys, Winona IMHS- St Peter and Paul, Blue Earth; IMHS- St. Marys , Minneiska; IMHS- St. Pauls, Minnesota City; INDIA- St. Peters, Hokah
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departed for home. Each year our diocesan delegation to the National March for Life continues to grow. It's a beautiful sight to see conversion and enthusiasm in youth. We will continue to make our voices heard and one day the culture of death will topple and the new buds of springtime will begin to flourish. Let's keep praying for the end of abortion in America! (All quotes printed are a few of the testimonies from young people who attended this year’s pilgrimage.)
"The March for Life trip was a profound way of stepping outside of myself for a cause that deserves everyone's attention. While marching in the 15 degree weather I offered my frozen toes for all those who never had the chance to have frozen toes. It is very clear to see that the Pro Life generation is here!" - Jenny Helms, Rochester
"This pilgrimage was incredible! Being with thousands of other people who are standing up for the unborn and marching with them was so amazing! The conferences made me realize that we aren't alone in this and I shouldn't be shy or "sorry" about being Pro-Life, but instead I should be proud of it." - Cassidy Krueger, Mankato.
Bishop Quinn spoke to the March for Life pilgrims at the Mass before their trip began.
"It seemed very providential to me that as we were visiting D.C.to witness against abortion, we found ourselves at the Holocaust Museum on MLK day. I pray that someday our society will look back on the tragedy of abortion with the same dismay and outrage as we now do upon slavery and the holocaust. This was a Grace-filled trip for our group." - Beverly Miller
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"The March for Life proved to be an incredible experience for so many reasons. I was overwhelmed by the commitment of so many people to the Pro Life cause. We were able to pray together, worship together, and march together for such a worthwhile cause. The entire pilgrimage was a spiritual awakening for me and so many others." - Lauren Salonek, SMU February, 2014 w The Courier
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DOW Catholic Schools Seek to Serve
St. John Vianney, Fairmont St. John Vianney School was built in 1954 and had the first students from 1st-8th in the fall of 1955. At that time five sisters and one lay teacher taught 304 students. Today our students number 125 in PreK through 6th grade. We have six full time teachers and four part-time teachers. Father Peter Schuster is the pastor of St. John Vianney parish which sponsors the school. Joan Schaffer is the school principal and has been at SJV School since August 2000. Our mission statement drives our school. The
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St. John Vianney students participated in "Gifts of the Heart" service project.
mission of St. John Vianney School is to come together as a Christian community committed to providing quality Catholic education based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. We are called to provide an environment that fosters an appreciation and respect for all God’s creation. Our school has self-contained rooms in PreK- 4th grade. Our 5th and 6th graders move from class to class, throughout the day. All students, K-6th pursue the study and knowledge of all curricular areas including Religion, Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, Physical Education, Music, Art, and Technology. Meaningful field trips and lyceums enhance student learning. At SJV School there is a strong feeling of family. This family atmosphere provides an ideal learning environment for our children. Students of all ages interact and grow together, through many service projects, helping each other and developing into caring, compassionate people. Our older students are paired with younger students to attend Mass. This mentoring relationship fosters long-lasting friendships. We also pair older and younger students for partner reading. Parents are a large part of our SJV
St. John Vianney students participated in "Gifts of the Heart" service project.
FAMILY. We have developed a program to encourage parental involvement in a variety of areas. This ‘Points for Parents’ program provides opportunities for volunteering in activities such as book fairs, fundraisers, field trips, parent work night, etc. Parents are homeroom moms and dads, coaches, variety show directors, and classroom helpers. The partnering relationship between staff and parents is vital to the success of every student. Our open door policy encourages frequent and open communication for the benefit of our students. We would not be the wonderful school we are without our tremendous families. St. John Vianney School has been so blessed by the Lord.
Crucifixion School, LaCrescent
Marsha Stenzel
We have two events to highlight. First is our Crucifixion School students participated in Advent Prayer Service. This was started by our an Advent Prayer Service. 4K teacher, Mrs. Paulson. Each Monday of Advent (while we were in school), the whole school meets outside the main office. Mrs. Paulson will read a short prayer or reading about Advent. We sing “Stay Awake!”, too. Each teacher was give golden-colored yarn (straw). When we see a child or anyone doing something kind for someone, we give that person a piece of straw, and it is collected in a basket in the classroom. On Monday when we gather for the prayer service, we take the straw with us and put it into As we embark on a new year, we begin the celebrathe manger for Baby Jesus. We are trying to make Jesus’s bed comfortable for Him. tion of our rich Catholic schools tradition of education. Secondly, as our 6th grade Advent Project, we This year’s Catholic Schools Week theme “Catholic collected coats (new or gently used) and new Schools: Communities of Faith, Knowledge, and Service” encompasses the consocks for those in need. Deacon Ludick (Denise’s cepts that Catholic education is the Church’s evangelizing mission of bringing husband—4th gr.) works at St. Elizabeth’s in the Gospel to our students. The annual event began on January 26 and ran all Holmen. They have many homeless or people who week long to February 1. The week also kicked off its 40th year anniversary. The need help coming to them for help. We collected Catholic schools in the Diocese of Winona celebrated the week with open houses, over 40 coats and 100 pairs of socks. The majority Masses, student and family activities, and invitations for parishioners and comof the coats were sent last week when we heard munity members to visit their nearby Catholic schools. how cold it was going to get. We wanted people As Catholic Schools throughout the nation celebrated Catholic Schools Week, Crucifixion School students who needed them to have them right away instead the NCEA President, Brother Robert Bimonte, reminded all Catholic Schools, of waiting to the end of the drive. Sr. Bridget made participated in a Coat “The heart of a Catholic education is a strong Catholic school community and sure that anyone who came in wearing a sweatCollection Service Project. the foundation of this community is our faith. For those involved in this minshirt or windbreaker was given a warm coat. istry, the upcoming academic year – and every year for Catholic educators – is a year of faith. A vibrant academic program and a commitment to service also are hallmarks of a Catholic education.” As we completed the Year of Faith this past November, we reflect on the heartening words of Pope Benedict encouraging the whole world to study the Catechism of the Catholic Church. “By faith, man completely submits his intellect and his will to God.” (Catechism 143) It is this faith that we build, maintain and continue to strengthen our Catholic identity. Catholic schools are a community of faith. Superintendent mstenzel@dow.org
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Catholic Schools Week was January 26 - February 1
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Faith Formation, Fostering Vocations
Sr. Mary Juanita Gonsalves, R.S.M. Director faithformation@dow.org
celebrates the World Day for Consecrated Life on the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, on February 2nd, the faithful are invited to pray for men and women in consecrated life, who are called to reflect the light of Christ, first received in baptism, to all persons in a new way. As a way of consecrated life, Religious life describes the new life, founded in baptism, as a new “burial in the death of Christ” because of an “unceasing ‘conversion’” and a total dedication to God through the profession of evangelical counsels (Redemptionis donum #7). From the above teachings of the Catechism, the significance of the sacraments of initiation for the growth of vocations is highlighted. However, we may ask, “Does the education of young people in the faith have a role in the nurturing of vocations?”
Speaking on Religious life, Pope Blessed John Paul II, in a general audience given on October 26, 1994, said that “baptism does not necessarily imply an orientation toward celibacy… it is a sovereign act of God, who freely chooses, calls and opens a way that is certainly connected with the baptismal consecration, but is distinct from it.” The education of young people in the faith can guide them to cooperate “In the first place I say this: you must never think that you are alone with and be in deciding your future! And second: when deciding your future, you strengthened must not decide for yourself alone!” Pope John Paul II, The Meaning by the graces of Vocation, 10. given in the sacraments; to go beyond a narrow self-view to a dialogue with to apply their understanding from their courses, the living God, especially through studying the such as that on the Theology of the Body, to how Ten Commandments and the virtues; to profess vocations are lived, to overcome the false views the Creed and allow it to transform their lives; and that they may receive from the media or any to grow in the life of prayer so as to better discern other misconceptions, and to consider and begin God’s will for their life. Thus, the faith formation of conversations on the different vocations that can the youth and all children is a significant setting then continue in the home. As we celebrate the gift of marriage and consecrated life this month, for growth in vocations. In January 2014, as some of the parishes held we can continue to ask if the life of faith in our a vocations evening, one Director of Religious home, school, and parish creatively is engagEducation, who planned such a day, explained ing young people to discern their call and how that it was effective in giving students the oppor- endeavors in this area can be strengthened. tunity to meet persons of different states of life,
Faith Formation
During the month of February, the nation celebrates vocations in a unique way (see www.usccb.org). This year, February 7 to 14 is National Marriage week; and the World Day for Consecrated Life is celebrated on February 2. When and how we come to realize our vocation, such as meeting one’s future spouse or discerning the call to Religious life, may differ from person to person. However, the realization of all vocations is closely related to the life of faith and one’s formation in the faith. The Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC), in relating vocations to the life of faith, teaches that “Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist… ground the common vocation of all Christ’s disciples, a vocation to holiness and to the mission of evangelizing the world” (#1533). As we celebrate National Marriage week, we are reminded that the common vocation to holiness and to seek the salvation of others, especially of one’s spouse and children, is strengthened through the sacrament of Marriage (CCC #1535). As the Church
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A Treasury of Prayers:
A monthly column of prayers and their place in the tradition of the Church.
• The 4th Joyful mystery of the Rosary was formally established in 1569 by Pope St. Pius V, who definitively linked meditation on the life of Christ to the prayer of the Lord, now you let your servant go in rosary. peace; Your word has been fulfilled: My own eyes have seen the salvation • Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, February 2, was instituted as World Day of Consecrated life in 1997 by which You have prepared in the sight Pope Blessed John Paul II. of every people: A light to reveal you to
Canticle of Simeon (Luke 2:29-32)
the nations and the glory of your people, • Feast of the Presentation is also called Candlemas Day. Traditionally, family members brought candles to Mass Israel. on this day for a blessing, and then recited the joyFrom the Liturgy of the Hours ful mysteries that evening in the light of the blessed candle.
February 2, the Presentation of the Lord: 4th Joyful Mystery of the Rosary
Is there a prayer to St. Joseph that is important to you? If you would like to share the reason in a few sentences, please email: faithformation@dow.org or write to the Office of Faith Formation. February, 2014 w The Courier
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Powers Family Living a Life of Faith Providing Food for the Body and Soul
Celebrating the Life of the Diocese
ees and more than 50 part-time and seasonal employees, Powers Take an average day at the Canadian Ventures is one of Minnesota's Honker Restaurant and you'll see a warm largest caterers. The family run and welcoming environment filled with business includes Joe's brother Cris fresh, made from scratch- home made (heads up the Catering division) food, good conversation, laughter and and sons Joey (Rochester Event Center) and Nick (Canadian smiles. You'll see families gathered to share a Honker Restaurant) strive to cremeal to celebrate the birthday and hav- ate a positive family business culing a piece of the world famous bunny ture with many of the employees cake, a nurse from St. Marys Hospital having been with the organizaafter a long and difficult overnight shift tion since the beginning. Powers also gives to his ordering some homemade vegetable soup, medical patients and families from employees, in the form of noaround the world gather for meals seven interest loans for housing, transdays a week, and you'll see a group of portation and other everyday senior citizens - a 'widows group' who necessities. Joe created the "Ten have been getting to together for cof- Commandments" of service that fee and infamous Honker breakfast feast all employees fully know and embrace: for more than 14 years. The food is delicious that's a given, but • Acknowledge and Show Respect for Others equally as important everyone comes Joe Powers tries to nurture the virtues of faith, hope and to gather, to connect, to be present to • Have a Positive Attitude charity every day with customers, employees and the one another and the Canadian Honker • Give Each Other Help & Support community. Restaurant located in the heart of the • Show Appreciation for Help Received Rochester community is the perfect • Talk More about "We" and Less about "I" and "ME" place to do this. The restaurant provides an important location to receive food • Take Ownership for Problems rather than run their businesses. Since the beginning, the simple principal of giving back 10% of Blaming Others for the soul as well. Born and raised in Rochester, Minn., • Be Compassionate & Understanding of Each all profits, philanthropy is a core belief for the family. To date the Powers family has Others Personal Lives owner Joe Powers has been proudly given over a million dollars in cash dona• D o I t R ight the F irst T ime , C ommit Y ourself serving southeast Minnesota for nearly 30 years buildtions to address issues of hunger, affordto Q uality ing strong relationships with customers on respect, honesty, trust and integrity. Taught early by his parents • Avoid Short Cuts, They Always Take Too able housing, homelessness, youth development, community development, eduMuch Time in the Long Run example, Bunnie and James Powers that you give to the Church and provide to the community in return • Never Let What You Can't Do Interfere With cation initiatives, seniors citizens, military and veterans. Powers Ventures has also What You Can Do for blessing received, Powers Ventures includes six As devoted Catholics, living a life donated half a million pounds of food business: the Canadian Honker Restaurant, Canadian Honker Catering, Rochester Event Center, Canadian of stewardship and nurturing the virtue to community causes like the Channel Honker Events at the Ramada, Top Tier Delights of generosity has deeply touched and One Food Bank, Salvation Army and the and Pinnacle Catering. With 55 full-time employ- inspired the Powers family and how they Boys and Girls Club. They also helped found Rochester’s Community Food Relief. There isn’t a critical community cause or initiative that the Powers family hasn’t raised its hand to be a part of. Because of the proximity to the Mayo Clinic and St. Mary's Hospital (across the street) the Canadian Honker Restaurant has becomes a home away from home for many patients and their families from all over the world. Providing what Joe calls "food for the soul," the organization demonstrates how hospitality truly can make a difference to the patient experience and believe they are in the business of providing hope. Staff will often become extended family to many medical visitors - with the all important warm smile, listening Powers Ventures was recently announced as a finalist for the ACE (Achievement in Catering Excellence) award, ears and providing a warm hug when needed. Many families/patients will considered the "Oscars" for the catering industry and is the highest recognition in the catering world. This award stay for weeks on end and have is presented to the "best of the best" in the catering world by Catersource and the winner will be announced at forged long lasting friendships with the annual Conference & Tradeshow, in Las Vegas on March 26, 2014. the Honker staff. Submitted by: Laurie Archbold
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Courage in the Diocese of Winona
Society
you will learn about same-sex attractions and chastity. By developing an interior life of chastity, which is the universal call to all Christians, one can move beyond the confines of the homosexual label to a more complete identity in Christ. In Courage you will get to know men and women who share in your concerns, meeting them online through our Listservs from the web site, or in person at Chapter Meetings, Conferences, Days of Recollection, and Retreats. EnCourage is a ministry within Courage dedicated to the spiritual needs of parents, siblings, children, and other relatives and friends of persons who have same-sex attractions. Standing by the true teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, EnCourage members support one another and their loved ones through discussion, prayer and fellowship. Bishop Quinn has made the following appointments for the Courage Dear Friends, I want to thank everyone in the diocese for their continued generosity to the Apostolate in the diocese of Winona:
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Propagation of the Faith by: Father Charlie Collins
Propagation of the Faith. We were able to send $92007.48 to the National Office of the Society for the Propagation of the Faith. These monies are put together with gifts from all the dioceses of the world and make up the General Fund. The Vatican works in consultation with the national directors of the Propagation of the Faith from around the world. The General Fund is divided up and given to over 1,000 needy dioceses. Each gets about $40,000 to use for the spread of the Gospel. In addition to the donations sent to the Propagation of the Faith, $98307.72 was sent to the various missionaries groups who came last summer as part of the Missionary Cooperative Program. $22745.00 was directed through our office to specific missionary causes, designated by the people who gave the donation. We are pleased that less than two (2) percent of monies collected goes to expenses of administration of the diocesan Society for the Propagation of the Faith. Bequests designated for the Propagation of the Faith remain one of the main sources of income for the Missions. Please continue to pray for the missions and to help the missions financially. I would especially ask people to remember "the Society of the Propagation of the Faith" in their wills, and in estate planning. In the name of missionaries all over the world. Last Name First Name City Amount Pitzl/Krost Anna/Fred Rochester $46,717.60 Kottschade Lucille/Francis Mapleton $10,000.00 Cleary Mary Byron Masses $1,000.00 Trunk Elizabeth Irene Burnsville $24,300.00 Trunk Elizabeth Irene Burnsville LeAnn Weibel $24,300.00 Ninteman Frank Masses $300.00 Keefe Rev. Joseph Rochester $87,106.83 McMillin Alice Kellogg $3,697.32 Taubel Mathias Plainview Masses $50,000.00
In the Diocese
Courage, an apostolate of the Catholic Church, ministers to perVicar General/ Chancellor, Diocese sons with same-sex attractions of Winona and their loved ones. Courage has been endorsed by the Pontifical Council for the Family and our beloved John Paul II said of this ministry, "COURAGE is doing the work of God!" There is also an outreach called EnCourage which ministers to relatives, spouses, and friends of persons with same-sex attractions. From the Courage web site (http://www.couragerc.net/) by: Msgr. Richard Colletti,
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Courage and EnCourage Chaplains: Fr. Will Thompson Msgr. Don Schmitz Msgr. Gerald Kosse Courage and Encourage Consultant: Deacon Bob Yerhot EnCourage Moderator: Peter Martin
Educating on the Nature and Dignity of Woman
An Invitation for You! Next month, in March, Lent begins. I invite all you ladies to join us for a powerful Lenten Retreat. It's time to let go of the baggage we've been carrying and give it all to God. (For more information, see the Ad to the right.) We have room for everyone, but we need to know how much food to order, so everyone must register by March 12! You can use your smart phone to click the QR code below or type in the registration site link as seen in the flyer. This retreat is hosted by our diocese, but women from anywhere are welcome to attend! So, bring your friends, sisters, mothers, grandmothers and all their friends! I am looking forward to spending this retreat with you! God bless you! In Christ, Theresa
Theresa Martin Endow Coordinator Endow@dow.org
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“What's Up?” with Lay Formation These Days…
Lay Formation
These mid Winter days, just after Christmas time and the holiday season, can bring a certain pause or slow-down to our activities as we “hunker down” to deal with the cold temperatures and inevitable snow storms. But, it’s a great time for planning and for preparing for the busier days of spring and of the coming Lent and Easter seasons. With these more active days approaching, I would like to highlight some current planning and upcoming activities of the Office of Lay Formation and invite you to consider your participation. ILM Alumni Survey & New Lay Formation Class One of the major projects of my office over the last few months – as we celebrate the 15th anniversary of our diocesan lay formation program, the Institute of Lay Ministry (ILM) – has been to review ILM’s development and reflect on its impact in the Diocese, and to consider possible changes and revisions that would strengthen and enhance our lay formation efforts. T o assist in this, Todd Graff I sent Director out a tgraff@dow.org survey to our I L M alumni asking them to reflect on their experience of participating in the program. The results were most positive from the roughly one-third of alumni who responded. Almost 83% judged their “overall experience” of ILM to be “excellent,” and another 15% rated it “very good.” That’s 98% who had a very positive experience of being in the Institute. The Holy Spirit is indeed doing great work among the laity of our Diocese! Other highlights of the survey included: • 96% rated their “experience of studying and learning about the Church’s teaching and tradition through ILM” to be “excellent” (69.3%) or “very good” (26.7%). • 92% rated their “experience of spiritual growth through ILM” to be “excellent” (61.3%) or “very good” (30.7%). • 87% rated their “experience of being part of a lay formation community through ILM” to be “excellent” (57.3%) or “very good” (29.3%).
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• 85% rated their “experience of ministry and leadership formation through ILM” to be “excellent” (44%) or “very good” (41.3%). • Respondents rated the “spiritual growth experience” to be “the most valuable aspect of [their] participation in ILM” (34.6%), followed by the “learning experience” (28%), the “ministry/leadership formation experience” (12%), and the “community experience” (9.3%). • Almost half of respondents (49.3%) judged “three years” to be “the ideal length of formation through ILM,” followed by “four years” (20%), “two years” (14.6%), and “one year” (4%). With this information in hand and the Church’s teaching on the laity to offer direction, a redesigned Institute is being developed and will be launched in the coming weeks. Promotion of the program will begin soon, and a new lay formation class will be recruited this spring. And, we are planning for our sixth class of the Institute to begin its formation this fall. More information on the program, and on the application process for the next Institute class, will be provided in the March issue of “The Courier,” so stay tuned…
“The laity’s call to holiness is a gift from the Holy Spirit. Their response is a gift to the Church and to the world.”
ILM Pilgrimage As part of our 15th anniversary of ILM, the Office of Lay Formation is planning the first ever
- U.S. Catholic Bishops “ILM Pilgrimage” to take place on May 5-8. The theme of the pilgrimage, The Joy of the Gospel, is taken from Pope Francis’ recent apostolic exhortation which begins by declaring: “The joy of the Gospel fills the hearts and lives of all who encounter Jesus.” The pilgrimage will begin at Assisi Heights in Rochester, and will include visits to the Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in La Crosse and to the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Help of Christians at Holy Hill (in Hubertus, WI, near Milwaukee). The pilgrimage is primarily designed for the alumni of the INSTITUTE OF LAY MINISTRY, but prospective students and friends of the Institute (i.e., all lay people of the Diocese) are invited to be part of the pilgrimage (if space allows). For more information, contact the Office of Lay Formation: 507-858-1270 / tgraff@dow.org. A final and heartfelt word of “Thanks” to all who sent expressions of support and care following my father’s death – please know that they were sincerely appreciated. Deo Gratias!
Pope Benedict’s Apostolic Letter: Summorum Pontificum
Raymond de Souza, KM Director rdesouza@dow.org
transcription of the most relevant paragraphs. Readers are strongly encouraged to read both texts in full in the Vatican website. (Bold emphasis added.)type were not in the original. On his letter of July 7, 2007, to all Bishops of the Catholic Church, Pope Benedict reiterated that although the Missal of Paul VI and John Paul II remain the Ordinary form, the Missal of John XXIII “will now be able to be used as a forma extraordinaria of the liturgical celebration.” Pope Benedict wanted to “draw attention to the fact that this [traditional] Missal was never juridically abrogated and, consequently, in principle, was always permitted.” Moreover, he added, “Immediately after the Second Vatican Council it was presumed that requests for the use of the 1962 Missal would be limited to the older generation which had grown up with it, but in the meantime it has clearly been demonstrated that young persons too have discovered this liturgical form, felt its attraction and found in it a form of encounter with the Mystery of the Most Holy Eucharist, particularly suited to them”. The Pope also dispelled as ‘quite unfounded’ the fear expressed by some people that the utilization of the 1962 Missal of John XXIII might cause ‘divisions’. On the contrary, he asserts, “the two Forms of the usage of the Roman Rite can be mutually enriching”. “There is no contradiction between the two
editions of the Roman Missal. In the history of the liturgy there is growth and progress, but no rupture. What earlier generations held as sacred, remains sacred and great for us too, and it cannot be all of a sudden entirely forbidden or even considered harmful. It behooves all of us to preserve the riches which have developed in the Church’s faith and prayer, and to give them their proper place.” “Nothing is taken away, then, from the authority of the Bishop, whose role remains that of being watchful that all is done in peace and serenity. Should some problem arise which the parish priest cannot resolve, the local Ordinary will always be able to intervene, in full harmony, however, with all that has been laid down by the new norms of the Motu Proprio.” Here are the most relevant paragraphs of Pope Benedict’s Apostolic Letter Summorum Pontificum, without comments: "Up to our own times, it has been the constant concern of Supreme Pontiffs to ensure that the Church of Christ offers a worthy ritual to the Divine Majesty, 'to the praise and glory of His Name,' and 'to the benefit of all His Holy Church.' "In some regions, no small numbers of faithful adhered and continue to adhere with great love and affection to the earlier liturgical forms. These had so deeply marked their culture and their spirit that in 1984 the Supreme Pontiff John Paul II, moved by a concern for the pastoral care of these faithful, … granted permission to use the Roman Missal published by Bl. John XXIII in 1962. Later, in 1988, John Paul II exhorted bishops to make generous use of this power in favor of all the faithful who so desired”. "Following the insistent prayers of these faithful, long deliberated upon by our predecessor John Paul II, and after having listened to the views of the Cardinal Fathers of the Consistory of 22 March 2006, having reflected deeply upon all aspects of the question, invoked the Holy Spirit and trusting in the help of God, with these Apostolic Letters we establish the following: "Art 1. The Roman Missal promulgated by Paul VI is the ordinary expression of the 'Lex orandi' (Law of prayer) of the Catholic Church of the Latin rite. Nonetheless, the Roman Missal promulgated by St. Pius V and reissued by Bl. John XXIII is to be considered as an extraordinary expression of that same 'Lex orandi,' and must be given due honor for its venerable and ancient usage. These two expressions of the Church's Lex orandi will in no any way lead
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to a division in the Church's 'Lex credendi' (Law of belief). They are, in fact, two usages of the one Roman rite. "It is, therefore, permissible to celebrate the Sacrifice of the Mass following the typical edition of the Roman Missal promulgated by Bl. John XXIII in 1962 and never abrogated, as an extraordinary form of the Liturgy of the Church. The conditions for the use of this Missal as laid down by earlier documents 'Quattuor abhinc annos' and 'Ecclesia Dei,' are substituted as follows: "Art. 2. In Masses celebrated without the people, each Catholic priest of the Latin rite, whether secular or regular, may use the Roman Missal published by Bl. Pope John XXIII in 1962, or the Roman Missal promulgated by Pope Paul VI in 1970, and may do so on any day with the exception of the Easter Triduum. For such celebrations, with either one Missal or the other, the priest has no need for permission from the Apostolic See or from his Ordinary. "Art. 4. Celebrations of Mass as mentioned above in art. 2 may - observing all the norms of law - also be attended by faithful who, of their own free will, ask to be admitted. "Art. 5. §.1 In parishes, where there is a stable group of faithful who adhere to the earlier liturgical tradition, the pastor should willingly accept their requests to celebrate the Mass according to the rite of the Roman Missal published in 1962, and ensure that the welfare of these faithful harmonizes with the ordinary pastoral care of the parish, under the guidance of the bishop in accordance with canon 392, avoiding discord and favoring the unity of the whole Church. §.2 Celebration in accordance with the Missal of Bl. John XXIII may take place on working days; while on Sundays and feast days one such celebration may also be held. §.3 For faithful and priests who request it, the pastor should also allow celebrations in Sacred Heart Triduum: three difthis extraordinary ferent talks on the Devotion to the form for special cir- Sacred Heart, in this order: cumstances such as Talk 1: The Historical overview: Why did He marriages, funerals come to reveal His Sacred Heart to the world? or occasional celebra- De-Christianization and relativism – Why France? tions, e.g. pilgrim- The Sacred Heart message and its relevance to the United States today. ages.
Evangelization & Apologetics
Questions: What was the purpose of the Apostolic letter ‘Summorum Pontificum” of Pope Benedict about the return of the old Latin Mass? Can my parish priest celebrate it for the faithful who want to attend it? Does he need a specific permission from the Bishop to do so? Answer: Pope Benedict gave permission to all priests of the Latin Rite to celebrate Mass according to the 1962 Missal of John XXIII, in Latin, to meet the request of the faithful. Of course, the priest must be able to do it. Permission from the Bishop is no longer required, as the Pope himself has given it. Below is a summary of the Letter He addressed to all Bishops of the world and a
Raymond de Souza's Schedule
Talk 2: The twelve Promises of the Sacred Heart to His true Devotees - happiness in this life and the hereafter. Talk 3: Jesus, the Lamb and the Lion - Meekness and Humility, not weakness and mediocrity Understanding the True Devotion to the Sacred Heart.
St. James Coffee House: Feb 13 & March 17 St. Felix, Wabasha: Jan 29, Feb 19 & 26 St. Rose of Lima, Lewiston: Feb 28, Mar 14, & Apr 11 Sts. Peter and Paul, Mankato: March 4, 5 & 6 St. Teresa, Mapleton: Mar 12, 19, & 25 St. Bernard, Stewartville: Mar 13, 20, 27 & Apr 10 St. Ann, Slayton: Apr 7, 8, & 9 Pastors and Faith Formation directors are invited to contact Mr. Raymond de Souza (RdeSouza@ DOW.org or 507-450-4196) to schedule the triduum in their parishes. February, 2014 w The Courier
Guardian & Conservator 14 Program Helps Adults in Great Need Social Justice
Part of Catholic Charities’ mission is to reach out to the Catholic Charities Director of Court disabled, the marginalized, and Appointed Services the alienated. If I had to choose which word from the above list best describes those served by Catholic Charities’ Guardian and Conservator program, I’d have to say “all of the above.” We serve adults over the age of 18. While many of our clients are frail and elderly, many others have developmental disabilities, debilitating physical challenges, chemical or drug dependency, cognitive or memory impairments, or serious and persistent mental illness. Now you know why “all of the above” is the best answer. As our name plainly states we serve either as guardian or conservator, two distinct roles that both come to us via court appointment. As guardian, we make decisions for adults who have lost the ability to make good decisions on their own behalf. Our decision-making covers a lot of ground. We look out for our client’s best interests in various aspects of their lives including health, housing, employment, nutrition, socialization, and spirituality. As conservator, we provide help to those who are no longer capable of making their own financial decisions. We manage income, expenses, and debt. We inventory and safeguard assets. We carefully dispose of real estate or other valuable assets on behalf of clients. And, just as we do in our role as guardian, we assist in obtaining entitled benefits, services, and appropriate employment. In both roles, we coordinate services to ensure that the highest quality of care is provided to each client. At first glance it may appear that the idea of a guardianship or conservatorship leaves our clients with little control. However, rather than cultivating client dependence, we strive to empower our clients so that they live the most secure, safe, happy, and fulfilling life as possible. The following paragraph describes how that plays out in real life. We assisted a retired schoolteacher who suffered from dementia and was unable to manage the assets he had worked so hard to acquire and save all of his life. He did not have family of his own. He was no longer able to safely remain in his own home. Serving as both his guardian and conservator allowed us to secure for him housing where he is most independent, yet safe and content. It happened to be a beautiful assisted living facility within walking distance of his church. In addition, we sold his home and protected those proceeds so that they were available to pay for his care as he ages. "We take our role as advocates for our We take our role as advocates for our clients seriously. It is challenging, yet very clients seriously. It is challenging, yet very rewarding, work. Our mission is to assure that each person in our care is in the rewarding, work. Our mission is to assure best situation possible and that his or her that each person in our care is in the best personal needs are being met in the most situation possible and that his or her perbeneficial way possible. We embrace this sonal needs are being met in the most work with humility, joy, and competence. beneficial way possible. We embrace this For further information please email me work with humility, joy, and competence. " at jwieser@ccwinona.org. by: Jan Wieser,
Padre Luis Alfonso Vargas: Capellán del Decanato de Worthington. lukiponcho@yahoo.es Tel. 507-341-0403 Padre José Morales: Capellán del Decanato de Rochester. jloralesr2008@yahoo.es Tel. 507-329-2931
Padre Carlos Arturo Calderón: Capellán del Decanato de Mankato. fathercarlos@hotmail.com Padre Mariano Varela IVE: Párroco de “SS. Peter and Paul” en Mankato. mvarela@hickorytech.net Tel. 507-388-2995 ext 103 Padre Octavio Cortez IVE: Vicario Parroquial de “Ss. Peter and Paul” en
Mankato Tel. 507-388-2995
Hispanic Priests/Sacerdotes Hispanos:
Padre Raul Silva: Pastor de “All Saints” en New Richland, “St. Aidan” en Ellendale, “St. Mary” en Geneva padreraulsilva@gmail.com Padre Wellington Muñoz: Vicario Parroquial de “Queen of Angels” en Austin,
“All Saints” en New Richland, “St. Aidan” en Ellendale, “St. Mary” en Geneva. munozwel@gmail.com Tel. 507-433-1889 Fr. Edgar Diaz, IVE: SS. Peter and Paul Church,105 N. 5th Street. Mankato, ediaz@hickorytech.net Tel. 507-388-2995
Spanish Mass Schedule Albert Lea, St. Theodore, Spanish Mass, 11 a.m., every Sunday. Austin, Queen of Angels, Spanish Mass at 11 a.m and 5 p.m. every Sunday. Dodge Center, St. John Baptist de La Salle, Spanish Mass, 11 a.m., every Sunday. Fairmont, St. John Vianney, Spanish Mass, 2 p.m., every Sunday. Lake City, St. Mary, Spanish Mass, 6:30 p.m., every third Saturday. Madelia, St. Mary, Spanish Mass, 10 a.m., every Sunday. Mankato, Ss. Peter & Paul, Spanish Mass, 1 p.m., every Sunday. February, 2014 w The Courier
Owatonna, Sacred Heart, Spanish Mass, 1 p.m. every Sunday. Pipestone, St. Leo, Spanish Mass, 2:30 p.m., every Sunday Rochester, St. Francis of Assisi, Spanish Mass, 12 noon, every Sunday. St. Charles, St. Charles Borromeo, Spanish Mass, 11:30 a.m., every Sunday. St. James, St. James, Spanish Mass, 12 p.m., every Sunday. Waseca, Sacred Heart, Spanish Mass, 11:30 a.m., every Sunday. Windom, St. Francis Xavier, Spanish Mass, 12 p.m., every Sunday Worthington, St. Mary, Spanish Mass, Saturday at 7 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m.
Action with Prayer Mass for Life & Marriage St. Mary’s Church, Winona offers a Mass for Life and Marriage on the first Thursday of the month, at 5:15 p.m.
Prayer Vigil and Public Witness against Abortion Semcac Clinic is a delegate of Planned Parenthood – the nation's leading abortion provider. Please consider joining a local group from 3-4 p.m. each Tuesday in front of Semcac at 62 E 3rd Street in Winona for an hour of prayer. Contact Will Goodman at (608) 6987443. Saturday,
more information or an application e-mail Betty at ststans@hbci.com or call 507-452-5430.
St. Charles Senior Center/City Hall Court St. Charles Catholic Daughters will be sponsoring six weeks of 500 Card Parties at the St. Charles Senior Center/City Hall, Sunday January 26 - March 2. Card Playing will begin at 1:30 p.m. and conclude at 4 p.m. Lunch and prizes are included. Cost is $5. Everyone is welcome.
Assisi Heights, Rochester hosts a Valentine’s Tea on Feb 15. 1st Seating: 10:30 a.m. - Noon. 2nd Seating: 1:30 - 3 p.m. $25 per person. The event will begin with a short presentation on the romance of tea, followed by a service of tea and finger foods. Presented by Diane Salentiny-Wrobleski, a nurse educator and a connoisseur of teas.
Pilgrimages 13 Day Holy Land & Rome Pilgrimage to Rome March 17-29, $3,590.00 per person from Minneapolis, which includes: Roundtrip Air Transportation from Minneapolis, First Class Hotels, Double Occupancy, 2 Meals a Day Breakfast and Dinner, Daily Sightseeing, Airport taxes, fuel surcharges - which are subject to change and tips to guides and drivers. Spiritual Director: Fr. Robert Schneider. All Saints Catholic Church, Madison Lake. www.as-ic.org click on pilgrimage, (507)469-9979.
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Parish Events Church of St. John the Evangelist, Rochester Sunday, Feb 23 – 4 p.m. The Svyati Duo will offer a recital including works by Bach, Rheinberger, Jongen and Modarelli. This duo, made up of cellist Rebecca Hewes and organist Julian Collings, is the only regular cello and organ duo in the United Kingdom, and has gained an outstanding reputation around the world. Open to the public – Freewill offering. St. Casimir's Church, Wells St. Casimir's Church, Wells Annual Valentine Carnival on Sun., Feb 9. From 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., various Games from 12 to 4 p.m., Bingo 1 to 4 p.m., Silent Auction 12:00 until end of Live Auction. Live Auction starts at 4 p.m. All proceeds go to the general fund. Come have a fun filled day!! Everyone is Welcome! St. Casimir's Catholic Church, Winona Bl. John Paul II Lay Carmelite Community, a new community starting in Winona, would like to invite those interested in learning more about the Lay Carmelites to come to an Open House on Saturday, March 1, at 9 a.m.. Join us for morning prayer, followed by an informational meeting. Please enter through the side entrance off the parking lot. For more information or questions please contact Tammy Palubicki at (507) 458-2645,
Pilgrimage to Rome for JPII's Canonization Father Thomas Jennings will be leading a Pilgrimage to Rome for the canonization of Blessed John XXIII and Blessed John Paul II April 22 - 29, 2014. A day trip to Assisi will be included. Mass will be celebrated everyday. Please call 507-351-7136 for a flier and more information.
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“Martha & Mary Women’s Conference” Dubuque, IA. A one-day “Martha & Mary Women’s Conference” is Sat. Feb. 15 in Dubuque, IA. Hosted by Springtime of Hope, a lay apostolate, whose mission is to evangelize by offering authentic Catholic teaching. Featured speakers: Kelly Wahlquist, Rosario Rodriguez and Kitty Cleveland. It is a great opportunity to grow in your faith with 400 women! Special sessions for teens. "Healing, Forgiveness and God's Great Love" a Lenten Retreat for Women What are you holding onto? Sponspored by the Diocese of Winona, a Lenten retreat for women will take place on Saturday March 29 at The Shrine of Our Lady of Gaudalupe in La Crosse, WI. From 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., bring all your worries and heartache to the cross. Retreat Speaker is Vicki Thorn, founder of Project Rachel. Our Savior, Jesus Christ forgives and heals. He can take that situation and bring even more good out of it! Spend a day with us this Lent to bring all your troubles, worries, anxieties and hurts to Him and lay them down on His cross. Through talks, time of peaceful prayer, reflection, fellowship, Confession and Holy Mass, we pray this will be a day of peace, forgiveness and healing.
Other Basilica of St. Stanislaus, Winona Basilica of St. Stanislaus is seeking vendors for their Spring Craft/Art/Gift show to be held on Saturday, April 12, in St. Stan's School gym. For
Job Openings Principal, Saint John Vianney Elementary School, Fairmont SJV is a Pre-Kindergarten - 6 school. It enrolls 120 students with a professional staff of 11, and is fully accredited by MNSAA. SJV School is currently looking for a principal beginning the 2014-2015 school year. The successful candidate must be a practicing Catholic and hold a master’s degree; preferably a Minnesota principal licensure and a minimum of five+ years of educational experience in elementary education ideally in a Catholic school system. Qualified applicants are invited to send a resume, cover letter, curriculum vitae, and list of references to: Father Peter Schuster 901 South Prairie Avenue Fairmont, MN 56031 Applications must be completed by February 21, 2014 or until the position is filled with the appropriate candidate.
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Holy Hour of Prayer, Cathedral of the Sacred Heart, Winona will host the monthly Holy Hour of Prayer for Life, Marriage, and Religious Liberty on Saturday, February 15 from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. after the 8 a.m. Mass. The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed and a beautiful Rosary will be offered, along with prayer and relfection. Everyone is welcome.
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Traditional Latin Mass Alpha, St. Alphonsus Liguori, weekly and daily. Sunday: 5 p.m. except second Sunday of the month variable. Guckeen, Our Lady of Ransom, weekly. Sunday, 11 a.m., except second Sunday of the month, 9:15 a.m. Mankato, Ss. Peter and Paul, first Saturday month, 9 a.m. Rochester (Simpson), St. Bridget, first and third Sundays of the month, 1 p.m. Wabasha, St. Felix, weekly. Saturday 8 a.m. Chatfield, St. Mary's, Saturday morning, please check with the parish for the time.
The Televised Mass Offered as a service for the homebound and elderly. Every Sunday on the following stations: KTTC-TV, Channel 10, Rochester at 9 a.m. KEYC-TV, Channel 12, Mankato at 7:30 a.m. Donations for the continuation of this program may be sent to: TV Mass, PO Box 588, Winona MN 55987. Thank you for your donations to the TV Mass
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