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FALL RIVER, MASS., THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 1979

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PARTICIPANTS in "We Care/We Share" program, seated, from left, include Claudette Armstrong, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ripanti; standing, Gilbert Lowney, John Moynagh, Rita Paskavitch, Alice Arruda, Albert Fomeiro. (Torchia Photo)

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A pilot census and evangelization program will be conducted during December in the Somerset-Swansea area of the diocese.

The. project, co-directed by Father Daniel L. Freitas, pastor of St. John of God parish, Somerset, and Roland Moses of St. Louis de France parish, Swansea, will precede a similar program to cover the entire diocese.

It is expected that more than a thousand Somerset and Swansea homes will be visited by scores of volunteers from the parishes of St. John of God, St. Patrick and St. Thomas More in Somerset and St. Dominic, St. Louis de France, St. Michael and Our Lady of Fatima' in Swansea.路 The volunteers will be participating in a nationwide evangelization project supported by the American bishops as well as obtaining census information from Catholic families contacted.

The evangelization program, titled ",We Care/We Share," is intended to reach out in friendship to those with no church affiliation. If such persons indicate interest in learning more of the Catholic way of life, they . will be invited to attend a series of informal informational sessions.

Catholic families will be asked to provide up-to-date statistics on themselves as a means of aid-

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ing both parishes and the diocese to assess needs and goals.

Father Timothy Goldrick, diocesan coordinator for "We Carel We Share," explained the twofold thrust of the program, saying "We care about our own people and about developing the best means of ministering to

them; and we want to share the faith with those who have none and want to listen to our message.".

Providing helpful background information to project volunteers, both those in the pilot program and those who will be inTurn to Page Eight

Father Tosti Will Direct Family Ministry Office The Most Reverend Daniel A. Cronin, STD, Bishop of Fall River has announced establishment of the Office of Family Ministry, a new department of service for the Diocese of Fall River, and has named the Reverend -Ronald A. Tosti as its fir~t director, The appointment is effective today.

The National Conference of Catholic Bishops has endorsed a Plan of Pastoral' Action for Family Ministry which calls for a compassionate and pastorally centered approach to the serious needs of the family.

"Changing circumstances in today's world call f.or a new approach within the church to pastoral service to families. The Catholic community is becoming increasingly aware of the crucial

issues facing contemporary marriage and family life. In view of this, a plan of pastoral action is needed so that a genuine renewal might take place in the family ministry of the church." ("Vision and Strategy," p. 1.)

It is with this thrust in mind that Bishop Cronin has appointTurn to Page Three

NOTICE Most of our regular features will not appear this week or next, due to our Vocations Supplement in this issue and a 32page Souvenir Papal Issue next Thursday, Oct. 4. PleaSe take special note that there will be no Steering Points column next week. Notices will next appear in the issue of Oct. 11.

As thousands from the diocese in Attleboro has reported the make final preparations to join largest diocesan contingent of the predicted three million that sisters planning to travel to Boswill welcome Pope John Paul II ton on Monday. Twenty-two will to Boston on Monday, names make the trip, while Dominican have been announced of priests Sisters of the Presentation and and lay persons who will have of St. Catherine of Siena, next special roles to play during the door neighbors in Fall River, pontiff's visit to the United have co-hired a bus for the day.

Nationally, plans for the pope States.

Members of the choir that will bid fair to become a week-long sing for the pOpe's Boston Com- celebration of faith by American mon Mass, in addition to Father Catholics.

From Boston to Washington, Jon-Paul Gallant and Father Stephen A. Fernandes, already D.C., he is 'expected to draw announced, will include Boston largest-ever crowds from the College students Lise La Pointe three million predicted for Bosof St. Dominic's parish, Swansea, -ton to two million in Chicago and Leo A. Racine, St. Joseph, and over a million in the national capital. Millions more will folNew Bedford.

Also the following diocesan low the papal trip on television.

Organizers of the papal trip seminarians: Gerard Hebert, St. Theresa, South Attleboro; Rich- have emphasized that the major ard Andrade and Peter Stanek reason the pope is coming to the Jr" St. Jacques, Taunton; Dirk United States is to address the Belt, St. Mary, North A'ttIeboro. United Nations.

"The Holy See is very con~ Paul Caron, SS. Peter and Paul, Fall River; David Costa, cerned that the visit to, the Sacred Heart, Taunton; Richard United Nations not get lost in De Gagne, St. Anne, Fall River; the visit to the rest of the .United Michael Dufault and John Perry, States," Father Robert N. Lynch, Holy Rosary, Fall River; Roger papal visit coordinator for the U.S. bishops, told NC News Durand, Mt. Carmel, Seekonk.

Thomas 'Frechette, Our Lady Service when the six cities the of the Assumption, Osterville; Turn -to Page Eight . Mark Hession, St. Joseph, Fairhaven.

Very Reverend John Smith, diocesan director of vocations, will join directors from throughout the nation for a meeting ~s Pope John Paul II prepares with Pope John Paul in Phila- to celebrate his final U.S. Mass delphia; while Father Kevin on Sunday, Oct. 7, diocesan Tripp, chaplain at St. Luke's young people and adults will Hospital, New Bedford, will at- converge upon Bishop Connolly tend an ecumenical prayer serv- _ High School in Fall River for a. ice to be conducted by the pon- long-planned Vocations Awaretiff at Trinity College, Washing- ness Day, timed to coincide with ton, D.C. national observance of Vocations The chapcery office has an- Awareness Week.

Beginning with a 2 p.m. Mass nounced that one or more Masses for the intention of the with Bishop Daniel A. Cronin as Holy Father may be said in each principal concelebrant and condiocesan parish on this and next tinuing with exhibits and reweekend. Throughout the pon- freshments, the day will graphtiff's stay in the United States, ically demonstrate the many special prayers for him will be ways of serving God that exist included in the Prayer of the in the contemporary church.

Sister Mary Evangela, RSM, Faithful at both daily and weekcoordinator of the day, said that end diocesan Masses.

Diocesan schools and the di- 34 religious communities will ocesan offices will be closed on have representatives and disMonday, it was further an- plays in the Coimolly gymnasium. Also on hand will be rep,nounced.

Thus far, Feehan High School Turn to Page Seven

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THE ANCHORThurs., Sept. 27, 1979

November Parley For Cardinals

Briefing Slated For Procession

VAT,ICAN CI1Y (NC) - Although the Vatican has made no official confirmation, reports are circulating throughout the world that Pope John Paul II will hold an extraordinary assembly of all cardinals in November.

U.S. church officials confirmed that the special gathering of the world's 130 cardinals will take place in Rome in November but gave no date for the assembly.

A spokesman for one U.S. cardinal said Sept. 19 that "no particulars" of the assembly were known. "There's just a preparatory announcement," he said.

A briefing session will be held at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 3 at St. Mary's School, Fall River, for marshals who will assist the thousands expected to attend the annual diocesan Columbus Day procession and Mass.

The Fall River procession, to begin at 5:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 8 and to proceed from St. Mary's Cathedral to Kennedy Park, is a tribute to Mary, Queen of the Rosary, and a means of seeking her intercession for the cause of world peace.

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Participants are encouraged to receive Holy Communion at the outdoor Mass which will be offered by Bishop Daniel A. Cronin at Kennedy Park; and pastors are requested to make the sacrfiment of penance available prior to the time of departure from parishes for the procession.

Oldest Cardinal ROME (NC) - Cardinal Alberto di Jorio, who had been the oldest member of the College of Cardinals since 1976, has died at the age of 95. Secretary of the conclave which elected Pope John XXIII and a long-time expert on Vatican finances, Cardinal di Jorio resigned in 1968 as. pro-president of the Pontifical Commission for the State of Vatican City.

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DISPLAYING BANNER that earned special notice- from Pope John Paul II during recent parish pilgrimage to Italy are children of St. Stanislaus School, Fall River. The . message still holds: St. Stanislaus, with every other parish in the diocese, greets the pope!

TV, Radio Specials Mark Papal Visit

By NC News Service Television and radio networks plan a number of live reports and special broadcasts in connection with Pope John Paul II's trip to the United States in October.

Among the specials is a firstever U.S. radio broadcast of a drama on marriage written by the pope 19 years ago when he was auxiliary bishop of Krakow, Poland.

CBS and NBC will provide

live coverage of the pope's arrival in Boston from Ireland' Oct. 1, his speech at the United Nations Oct. 2 and his arrival at the White House in Washington Oct. 6.

ABC will also cover the pope's U.N. address live and will be the only network to broadcast his Washington Mass on Oct. 7, beginning at 3 p.m.

NBC has announced that' this Sunday it will feed its radio affiliates a one-hour broadcast

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of the pope's drama, "The Goldsmith's Shop."

The feed will be at 8 p.m. and again at 11 p.m. The radio drama will star E. G. Marshall, Kevin McCarthy, Don Ameche and Rita Lloyd.

The play deals with the interwoven stories of three marriages: the first one happy; the second failed, the third open to difficulties and hopes.

NBC said it would broadcast the play commercial-free as a gift to the pope in recognition of his trip to the United States.

On Oct. 1, NBC plans a 90minute special on the pope at 11 :30 p.m~, preempting the "Tonight Show."

On Oct. 6, NBC plans live coverage of the pope's arrival at the White House and on Oct. 7 will broadcast live his meetings with nuns, Catholic academic leaders °and leaders of other religions.

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Day of Prayer For Boat People NEW YORK (NC)-A national day of prayer Oct. 7 for boat people has been callecI' for by Concerned Christians for the Boat People, a group of Protestants and Catholics.

The group has asked Pope John Paul II, who will be in Washington Oct. 7, to pray for the boat people. Anne Garrison Merckx, a group spokesperson, said it had received a letter from the Vatican thanking the group for its concern.

Concerned Christians for the Boat People is asking Americans to pray for "safe havens for the boat people, worldwide compassion and love expressed in open doors to the refugees and- the government of Vietnam and Hanoi."

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CBS plans half-hour specials at 11:30 p.m. Oct. 1 and 7.

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Continued from Page One ed Father Tosti to head this new department of service for the' people of God in the Diocese of Fall River Father Tosti, son of Antonio M. and Norma Ginesi To!?ti, is a Taunton native. Educated in the Taunton public schools, he completed studies at St. Thomas Seminary, Hartford, Conn., and St. Mary's Seminary, Baltimore.

LONDON (NC) - The urgent of resources. It is about who need for a new political initiative controls what and who shares in Northern Ireland was empha- what and who has access to sized by Bishop Cahal" Daly of what, and about who can tak~ Ardagh and Clonmacnois, Ire- the decisions that determine all land, and by Eric Gallagher, for- these qu~stions. Now these are mer general secretary of the questions of politics, these are questions of justice," the bishMethodist Church in Ireland.

The men spoke at a London' op said. . "Even if the present violence conference on "Action for Juswere completely eliminated, tice - the Christian Vision."

Northern Ireland would remain ·Both underlined the threat represented by violence to the a chronically politically unstability of Britain as well as stable and violence~prone society, unless the root causes of Ireland. ' the violence were firmly tackBishop Daly said it was a halfled, and unless the. political truth to label the conflict in structures of a just society, Northern Ireland a religious war. recognized and accepted as such "The struggle in Northern by the majority of people in both Ireland is not about theology or communities, were established," worship. It is about power, It he said. is about civic and political rights, about freedom and equality of political allegiance THE .NCHOR IUSPS·545-G2!1) . and cultural expression. It is Second Class Postale Paid at Fall River, about health and its distribution, Mass. Pub lished every Thursday at 410 abou~ privilege, about- equality Highland Avenue, Fall River, Mass. 02722 of opportunity. It is about jobs by the Catholic Press of the Diocese of Fall and prospects of employment River. Subscription price by mail, postpaid per year. Postmasters send address and -promotion.. It is about lo- $6.00 changes to The Anchor, P.O. Box 7, Fill cation of industry, .deployment River. 1M Cl2122

He was ordained to the priesthood by the Most Reverend James L. Connolly, DD at the Cathedral of St. Mary of the Assumption in Fall River on May 11, 1962.

Father Tosti served as AssOciate Pastor at Our Lady of the Assumption parish, Osterville, and at Sacred Heart and SS. Peter & Paul parishes in Fall River. In 1970, the new director received a master "of arts degree in religious education from Fordham University. For three'years he was Director of Religious Education-. for the". Diocese of Fall River.

He has also served on the diocesan marrIage tribunal as defender of the bond' and as an advocat!'l; and has been a member of the Divine Worship Commission, past secretary to the Priests' Council and a member

FATHER TOSTI of the faculty for the program of the Permanent Diaconate.

A present member of the Diocesan Pastoral Council, Father Tosti is currently Coordinator of the Jubilee Committee for the Celebration of the Seventyfifth Anniversary of the Founding of the Diocese of Fall River.

In 1977 he was appointed administrator of St. Francis of Assisi parish in New Bedford.

While continuing to serve as pastor of that parish, he will inaugurate this new pastoral service and develop its goals.

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themoorin~ Vocational Responsibility Once more The Anchor reminds its readers that all members of the church must be aware of their obligation ,to send harvesters into the fields of the spirit. This issue of our weekly diocesan paper concerns itself primarily with the fostering of vocations.

It should be remembered that this work is not just the province of a few dedicated vocation directors, but belongs to the entire church.

Too often in the past we have taken what most term "vocations," be they to the priesthood or religio~s life, for granted. It was a process that just went on its own merry way. Each year the bishop would ordain or preside at a profession <?f vows. It was just part of the church.

Obviously, this mentality has had to face the harshness of reality. Today this nation is certainly not generating the homey atmosphere in which one is readily able to respond to an invitation from the Lord.

Too many have grown too affluent. Many a mother and father would rather see their children involved in anything but a religious vocation. Some parents spend hours driving their children to all the things that really count in their lives.

Hockey, cheerlea'ding, band, drama, scouting have a' higher priority in many instances than religious education.

With this mentality prevalent, it is a wonder that even today's few have dared to decide in favor of listening to - the word of Jesus that all must go forth and be oaptizers.

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Each year it seems that the numbers of young men and women who' wish to follow the footsteps of the Master in a very special way grow fewer and fewer. In fact, some communities now find themselves with an average age well over, the 50 mark. An influx of young blood is certainly needed in all areas of church life. Somehow, present trends must be turned around.

Whosoever shall lose his life for my sake and the gospel shall save it.'

Mark 8:35

If there is to be a revival in vocations to the priesthood and religious life, ther~' must once more be a greater realization that impetus. must come from the kitchen table as well as from the divine table. Parents should somehow be made 'aware that to say "yes" to the call of the Lord is an action n.ot to be feared or discouraged.

The Power' of, the Priesthood

By Father Peter Novecosky, OSB

BANFF, Canada ~C)--JPriests ,"underestimate" the power 'of the Gospel in their priesthood, a seminary spiritual director told more than 150 priests and bishops at a conference here.

But Father Edward Farrell, author of several popular works on modern spirituality, told the group that he preferred the phrase, "the hidden healer:" "Every one of us carries within ourselves a hidden priesthood that we have not yet adequately or fully experienced," he said.

"Perhaps this will be the distinctive gift of our time: that we will discover the hidden healer, the hidden power that is in us."

This hidden energy of the Gospel is present in the power of the priesthood, Father Farrell said. '''The power behind the Gospel is in us. It is the priesthood. And we have so much underestimated that power and failed to believe sufficiently in it." ' The crises being experienced in the Church and society today and the new questions of faith that are being asked will draw this hidden power forth, he said.

On the other side' of the coin, those already ordained and/or professed should realize that they must model religious life and living.

Defiance and dissension within the temple have done much to discourage many a young person from entering the seminary or novitiate.' Realizing that the church in the world is ,not a mere platform for individualistic complaints , and gripes would certainly be a step in the right direction in forming an atmosphere conducive to the fostering of vocations.

The scarcity of vocations is the fault of all. Thusly, all in the church must,pull together to restore once more a sense of mission in this regard.

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He told the' priests that they need to heip one another discover the meaning and power of their hidden priesthood.

The hidden power of the Gospel and of the priesthood is radically related to faith· and prayer, Father Farrell said.

He noted that the first dimension of Christian faith is to believe that God has become man, and, along with this, that this mystery of the Incarnation continues in the Eucharist.

But the most difficult question of faith today, he said, is not the belief that God is man or that Christ is with us in the Eucharist.

"What is difficult for us to believe today is that God has called and sent us, that He has touched us, that He has given us the vocation of priesthood."

We find it difficult to believe in the power of our priesthood, he said. .

"Somehow we are ready for the God of the Old Testament, who comes in the power ot lightning and thunder. But we are not ready for the God of the New Testament, who comes powerless under the form of bread, in. the form of the poor

or in the priesthood."

This power is revealed in prayer, Father Farrell said.

"Prayer is not a thing. Prayer is the deepest exercise of human freedom. Prayer enables us to believe, hope and love, not in ourselves, but to believe in God's, faith in us, his hope in us and his love for us."

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steering points ST. JOSEPH, TAUNTON The Women's Guild plans an October talk and slide presentation on a trip to Lourdes by Virginia Alves. Date and time will be announced and members ~re welcome to bring guests.

ST. STANISLAUS, FALL RIVER Those interested in traveling by bus to Boston for the papal Mass Monday, Oct. 1 may contact the rectory.

Photographs of Pope John Paul II suitable for framing will be availa'ble at this weekend's Masses.

OUR LADY OF FATIMA COURT, JUNIOR FORESTERS New officers are Michael Audette, chief ranger; Susan Vermette, vice chief· ranger; Cheryl Harrington, secretary; Steven Cardinal, treasurer. The unit is sponsoring a contest for ideas and slogans on the theme of combating inflation and energy shortages.

CURSILLO COMMUNITY, FALL RIVER DIOCESE St. Helena's Ultreya, Fall -River, has named David Viveiros, Richard Sardinha, Jean Vitullo and Peggy· Goslin to the Ultreya Committee for a twoyear term.

Maria Leandro is committee chairperson, with David Viveiros as co-chairperson, Jean Vitullo as treasurer and Father Edmund Fitzgerald as spiritual director.

The Cursillo leader school will hold sessions from October to April at St. Margaret's parish center, Buzzards Bay. Full information on times and dates will be released shortly.

HOLY NAME, FALL RIVER A coffee hour for new members of the Women's Guild will be held at 7:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 7. Prospective members may contact Mrs. Edward Dunse 674-2521 for registration infor: mation.

ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI, NEW BEDFORD Choir practices are held at 7:30 p.m. each Monday. New members are welcome.

ST. JOSEPH, FAIRHAVEN Legion of Mary members will lead recitation of the rosary before 7 p.m. Mass each weekday during October.

Religious education classes will begin Sunday for grade school, Monday for confirmation candidates and Wednesday for seventh graders.

The Human Development Commission is organizing a convalescent equipment loan service.

Parishioners willing to loan wheelchairs, walkers and similar items may call the rectory for further information.

ST. MARY, SEEKONK Babysitting· is available at 10 a.m. Mass each Sunday under <!irection of Sharon Papineau.

ST. PATRICK, FALMOUTH Open house for parents of children· in the religious education program will be held from 2 to 4 and 7:30 to 9 p.m. Sunday and from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Monday and Wednesday.

NEW ENGLAND COMMITTEE, GIRLS' ORGANIZATIONS Father Martin iBuote, Mrs. Kenneth Leger, Mrs. Rose Aleixo and Mrs. Imelda Cardoza represented the Fall River diocese at the first regional meeting of the committee.

Participants studied religious awards and spiritual development programs of Girl Scouts and Camp Fire Girls in preparation for a meeting to be held in Chicago later this fall.

DIOCESAN CHOIR, FALL RIVER The Diocesan Choir will begin rehearsals at 8 p.m. Friday, Sept.

28 at St. Mary's School, Fall River.

Its first concert will be offered Sunday, Nov. 4 at St. Mary's Cathedral and will include the Mozart Solemn Vespers and Five Mystical Songs by Ralph Vaughn Williams, both with orchestral· accompaniment.

The group will also be heard at the closing liturgy of the diocesan jubilee year, to be celebrated Sunday, Nov. 25, the feast of Christ the King.

Those interested in joining the choir may co.ntact Glenn Giuttari, cathedral music director, at 673-2833.

ST. RITA, MARION CCD classes will begin the week of Oct. 7, with grades 1 through 6 meeting on Mondays and Tuesdays, grades 7 through 9 Sunday mornings and grades 10 through 12 Sunday evenings.

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Rosary Sodalists will meet at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday in the rectory.

Roses will be blessed at 8:30 a.m. Mass Sunday, Oct. 7.

Holy Ghost Society members will meet at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday in the rectory and a prayer meeting is set for Thursday, Oct. 4, beginning with Mass at Z p.m.

Free bus transportation will be provided for the annual· diocesan Marian procession and Mass Monday, Oct. 8. Information is available. from Mrs. :rhomas.

FIVE HOUR VIGIL, FALL RIVER DIOCESE The monthly First Friday' vigil of reparation will be held from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, ,Oct. 5 at St. Bernard Church, Assonet.

It will 'begin and end with Mass and· there will be a 10 p}n. coffee break.

CAPE COD BIRTHRIGHT, HYANNIS A training session for volunteers will be held from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday at 332A Main Street, Hyannis, telephone 7711102.

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MUSIC AT THE CATHEDRAL Sunday's 10 a.m. Eucharistic liturgy will include' a "Tu Es Petrus" by Maurice Durufle, in honor of the papal visit.

CATHOLIC SCOUTING. AREA ONE The Area One annual meeting of the CathoI1c Committee on Scouting, held at Biddeford, Maine, had as diocesan delegates Father Martin Buote and Raymond McConnell, chaplain and lay chairman for Scouting. Sessions stressed extension of the religous aspect of Scouting to the physically and mentally handicapped.

SS. PETER AND PAUL, FALL RIVER In honor of Pope John Paul's visit to Boston, religious education classes have been canceled and the Women's Club meeting postponed.

Two cpmmittee meetings are scheduled in the rectory Tuesday . night, spiritual life at 7 and activities at 8:30.

Family education programs will begin at 1:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14. The topic is "Community in the Acts of the Apostl~s."

Pope John Paul II's first pastoral visit and Mass in the United States is no ordinary story.

Which is why The Globe is giving it extraordinary coverage. In fact, when it comes to background, analysis and detailed reporting, The Globe is way ahead of everybody else.

For example, Globe reporterJim Franklin, an expert on the Vatican, will travel with the Pontiff during the entire journey. From Rome to Ireland and all through the U.S. During the Pope's day in Boston, October 1, Globe reporter Jack Thomas . will pick up the story-backed by a spedally assigned team of Globe editors, reporters and photographers.

The Globe's special features on the papal visit begin Friday, September 28, with the first of a series on the reasons behind the Pope's pilgrimage and what he hopes to accomplish. ' On Sunday, September 30, check The Globe for a colorful papal flag you can cut out and assemble to greet the Pope during his procession through Boston. It's a simple project for the kids, and a,great family memento.

The day the Pope leaves Boston, October 2, The Globe will be packed with pictures and stories about Monday's Mass, motorcade and other events.

It's sure to be an issue worth saving.

Special reports. Special features. Special photos.

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SACRED HEART, FALL RIVER The parish sewing group will resume at 1 p.m. Tuesday at the rectory. New members are invited. " Prospective and present altar boys will meet in the parish center at 10:45 a.m. Saturday.

SACRED HEARTS, FAIRHAVEN The Blessed Sacrament will be exposed from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday, Oct. 5 in Our Lady of Lourdes Chapel.

ST. LOUIS KING FRATERNI1Y, THIRD ORDER OF ST. FRANOIS . . The fraternity will meet at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 4. An open h<>use will follow Mass and profession of novices. All are invited.

HOLY CROSS, FALL RIVER The Rosary Society will hold a breakfast meeting following 8:15 a.m. Mass Sunday, Oct. 7.

The' rosary and Litany of Our' Lady will be recited following 8 a.m. Mass each weekday of October. -nevotions will be held each Sunday <>f the month at 3 pm.

LA SALETTE SHRINE, AlTLEBORO A healing service will be held at 2 p.m. Sunday at the shrine chapel, conducted by Father Richard Lavoie, M.S. Mass will be followed by individuaL healing sessions: ESPIRITO SANTO, FALL RIVER Tickets are available at the recory or by calling 672-1723 for the 75th anniversary jubilee banquet of the parish, to be held at 6 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14 at White's restaurant following a 4 p.m. Mass at which Bishop Daniel A. Cronin will be principal concelebrant. The bishop and Sen. Mary Fonseca will be 'banquet speakers.

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BISHOP DANIEL A. CRONIN greets a parishioner at the Mass of thanksgiving marking the 25th anniversary of St. Pius X Church, South Yarmouth. (Brunell Photo)

On Papal Plane Here is a full list of journalists Loren Jenkins, Newsweek; Lurepresenting U. S. news media ciano Mellace, UPI photos; Jack who are on the papal plane Payton, UPI,; Bruce Powell, CBS; this week: Bert Quint, CBS; Dennis RedJim Bitterman, NBC; William mont, AP; Henry Tanner, N.Y. Blakemore, ABC; Jerome 'Filteau, , Times; Craig White, NBC; Wilton NC News; Louis Fleming, Los Wynn, Time-Life; Pool TV, USA; Angeles Times; Robert Freeman, John Foley, editor of the Cath-· ABC; Rudi Frey, Timtr-Life; olic Standard and Times, PhilaGianfranco Gorgoni, Co'ntact; delphia.

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Copies of this issue of The Anchor, with its special Vocations Supplement, will be distributed.

Father John F. Moore, diaconate director, said that his department's booth would feature continuous audiovisual ,displays and that deacon candidates would be on hand to explain their vocation to interested adults.

Father John J. Smith, diocesan director fQr vocations, said young men of junior high through college age visiting the diocesan priesthood exhibit would receive invitations to a priesthood Information Day from 2 to 8 p.m~ Sunday, Nov. 4 at Holy Name, Parish Center, 121 Mt. Pleasant St., New BedfQrd. He noted' that he, the four area vocation coordinators of the diocese and several diocesan seminarians would be on hand for the November program.

It will include talks on the vocation to the priesthood by both the priests and seminarians,. a concelebrated Mass and a closing ,supper.

There will be ample opportunity for questions, on seminary and priestly life, said, Father Smith.

He noted that the registration deadline for the program is Sunday, Oct. 28 and asked that interested young men register with him by mail or phone at St. John the Evangelist recwry, 155 N. Main Street, Attleboro 02730, telephone 222-1206.

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The pope himself said Sept. 23 in his ~unday Angelus talk at Vatican City that he attaches' "great importance" to the U.N. addre§s. " But with the rigorous itinerary Pope John Paul has agreed to undertake, he will be hard pressed to keep the U.N. speech as the highlight of the week.

He will celebrate nine Masses while in the United States. Some will be huge outdoor gatherings, while othet:s will be aimed at limited constituencies, such as the Oct. 4 Mass in Philadelphia concelebrated with priests from around the country with a large group of seminarians looking on.

He will be the first pontiff to visit the Whote House, going there Oct. 6 for a series of pri. vate meetings with President Carter and receptions with federal government officials.

He will meet with the American bishops in Chicago as well as with a national group of Re- ' ligious brothers. In Washington he will meet with local nuns and repr~sentatives of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious

and with Catholic college presidents and representatives of learned societies.

Also on the itinerary is the pope's stop at a country parish in Iowa to pray with and meet some Iowa' farm families, his

North American Rector Nam'ed WASHINGTON (NC) - Msgr.

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He succeeds Msgr. )iarold P. D'Arcy of the Archdiocese of Newark.

Msgr. Murphy, 43, has served on the staff of the North Amer· ican College for the past year.

Before that he held pastoral arid administrative positions in the diocese of Portland, Maine.

Established. by the U.S. bishops in 1859, the North American College is a residence and house of formation for U.S. seminarians and graduate students. Students living at the college study theology and other subjects at the pontifical uniyersities and institutes in Rome.

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Several dioceses have launched programs of spiritual preparation. The New York Archdiocese and the Rockville Centre and Brooklyn dioceses in New York have begun a joint nineday spiritual renewal program which focuses on the pope as a sign of church unity. .

The Des Moines Diocese also has launched a period of preparation centering on the wellknown prayer of St. Francis for peace.

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Funeral services were held last Friday for Sister, Marie Louise Paulhus, 78, of the Sisters of St. Joseph, who taught for 51 years at St. Joseph School, New Bedford, prior to' her retirement in 1971.

Sister Marie Louise was a Fall River native, daughter of the late Doria I and Xaverine Paulhus.

Entering religion in 1918, she taught for one year at St. Roch School, Fall River, before her assignment to St. Joseph's.

In retirement she lived at Blessed Sacrament' Convent in Fall River. Her funeral Mass was celebrated at Blessed Sacrament Church and interment was in Notre Dame Cemetery.

We Care Continued from Page One volved in other parts of the diocese, will be a Congress on Evangelization planned for Saturday, Oct. 13 at Bishop Gerrard High School, Fall River.

During the day, J"ather Alvin A. Illig, executive director of the U.S. bishops' evangelization committee, will give five presentations on evangelization and discuss techniques of carrying it out on the parish level.

Parish coordinators for the Somerset-Swansea program will include Claudette Armstrong, .

Russell Cochrane, Gilbert Lowney, John Moynagh, Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Ripanti and Albert Forneiro.

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Our Lady's Chapel In the Franciscan Holy Name Province, with headquarters in New York City. service churches hfave long been a priority.

The Franciscans involved in the service church apostolate feel that their work is truly relevant to the overall task of evangelization of each diocese: Far from competing, the service churches view themselves as complementing activities of surrounding parishes. , Having no parishioners of their own, the friars dedicate themselves mainly but not exclusively, to the very important spiritual work of the Sacrament of Penance, to extensive coun.seling, adult education, rehabilitation projects and - outreach programs to minorities.

All of this might be described, apart from the outreach programs, as actively internal to these churches. At the same time, this internal ministry is not exclusive of other forms of the apostolate, because the service church friars assist pastors, whenever possible, with Masses and confessions. They are frequently called on as speakers for

various. occasions and as moderators of workshops or days of recollection, to mention some areas.

One large area of activity fostered by the six service churches is that of the Order of Secular Franciscans, formerly called the Third Order of St. Francis.

The new rule recently given it by Pope Paul VI recognizes the Secular Franciscans as a true canonical Order in the Church.

Many service church friars have been asked to be spiritual assistants to various fraternities of the Secular Franciscans.

In their daily Mass homilies it is the endeavor of the serVice church personnel to make the faithful who frequent the chapels more conscious of their duties to their own parishes.

Over the years, the good relationships that have developed between parishes and service church have more than compensated for the little tensions that have arisen from time to time, tensions easily dissipated through dialogue and mutual understanding, an understanding that has brought mutual respect and esteem.

Little Brothers Do Work No One Else Will Touch The Little Brothers of the Good Shepherd were founded in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 1951 by Reverend Brother Mathias Barrett, formerly of the Brothers Hospitallers of St. John of God. In establishing the Congregation, Brother Mathias promised the late Edwin V. Byrne, Archbishop of Santa Fe, that he would ,"do the work that nobody else wants." This promise has defined the mission of the Brothers. Their philosophy and motto is "Charity Unlimited."

Originally devoted to the service of derelicts and alcohdIics, the congregation soon developed a special love for the mentally retarded, aged, crippled and handicapped.

Of more than 15 shelters established by the congregation in the United States, Canada, England and Ireland, one-third care for physically and mentally handicapped children and adults.

The two simple words "Charity Unlimited" describe both the

quality and scope of the work to which the Little Brothers are committed. They have left behind the impersonal ways of the secular world to dedicate themselves, in the spirit of the Good Shepherd to loving, perpetual service to unfortunates who. might otherwise be forgotten.

Bound by vows of poverty, chastity and obedience they work in whatever capacity their superiors consider them to be best qualified to further the aims of the Community.

The Congregation of the Little Brothers of the Good Shepherd is an active one. The work is not easy, and the hours are long.

But there is reflected in the' lives of these men an inner peace and joy .of fulfillment realized by only a few in today's challenging and often perplexing world.

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SISTER LUCILLE GAUVIN, OP, Sister Ann Marie, SSD, and Sister Mary Ann, SSD, rehearse music for Sisters' Senate Mass for all sisters in the diocese at 11 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 3 at St. Mary's Cathedral. The Mass will honor all sister jubilarians and will be concelebrated by Bishop Daniel A. Cronin and priests who have worked with tlte jubilarians in the past or present. A .buffet lunch will follow the liturgy.

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All Christians are called to contribute to the spread of God's kingdom among all peoples of the earth. Ultimately, this is the vocation of each Catholic: to be a witness of the love of God for each person and to be a sign of Christ's redemptive power at work among all people through his church. .But throughout the centuries there have also been women and men who knew themselves to be called to a unique living out of the love of God for his creation.

These religious sisters .and brothers live out their vocation through a life of community, spirituality, and service, binding themselves by solemn promises to God to witness his love for all people and to work for the spread of the kingdom.

First and foremost, the life of a religious is one of dedication to the Blessed Trinity. Religious strive to grow continuously in their love of God and to realize more and more His love for them and for all humankind. From that love flows their love for God's People, witnessed daily by intercessory prayer for people's needs and by acts of direct service.

There are no bounds to the ministry of religious: they are teachers, nurses, pastoral and

The Holy Union Sisters are an international community of religious women who serve the Church in the United States, Europe, South America, and Africa.

Founded by a parish priest in northern France one hundred fifty years ago, the first Holy Union Sisters arrived in the United States in 1886. From its first settle· ments in the Fall River Diocese, the community spread to Maryland, New York, Rhode Island, North carolina, and Pennsylvania. Today, Holy Union Sisters from the Fall River Province serve in these eastern seaboard areas as well. as in Michigan, Florida, Illinois, Africa, and Italy.

Originally founded to provide Christian education to young women, the com· munity has attempted to adapt the vision of its founder and of its first sisters to the needs of the present day Church. The sisters minister as parochial school teachers, religious education coordinators, pastoral associates, campus ministers, nurses! social service workers, counselors, secretaries, coordinators of Spanish aposto ate, and youth ministries. Every effort is made to encourage each sister in her special gift for building the Kingdom and each Holy Union Sister, no matter what form her particular apostolate· takes, is sent by the community to minister to the People of God and is supported by the community in her endeavors.

Youn~ women who want to join their vision and potential With that of the Congregation may become affiliates. The time of affiliation is 'of flexible length and is designed to establish a gradual, IIrowing relationship between the affiliate and the community. Specifics of each affiliate's time of preparation are developed for her needs, but each affiliate is required to maintain regular contact with the community through meetings with the coordinator of affiliates, to take part in formation experiences, and to prepare herself for service in the community's apostolate. Each affiliate must demonstrate a personal desire to give herself in a celibate community of service and sufficient life experience to make a mature choice of her life's direction. Ordinarily, young women must have graduated from high school and be engaged in or have completed further professional training . before they are admitted as affiliates.

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Religious visited the sick and consoled the bereaved but were seldom present for the celebration of the joyful sacraments, baptism and marriage. Their life was considered to be one of almost unremitting sacrifice and seclusion.

However,' when Pope John XXIII opened the windows of the church, he opened to reli-

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Thus, today's religious are no longer isolated or relegated only to certain well-defined roles within the Church. They work with clergy and laity in trying to meet all needs of contemporary Christians. By their way of life, they are uniquely able to be present to people who serve and to those who are served.

Their total responsibility is to God's kingdom, here and hereafter.

The urgency for women and men to respond to the call of God and the needs of society is no less now than in the past.

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THE ANCHOR-Diocese of Fall River-Thur. Sept. 27, 1979

Pray for Vocations 'COME FOLLOW ME' Response -Commitment Lead~rship .

SERRA CLUB OF FAL.,L RIVER FALL RIVER, MASSACHUSETTS

MISSIONERS GO where the people are. This is an outdoor first communjon Mass at Blount Mountain, Ala. (NC Photo)

The Miracle o'f Sister'Gertrude

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St. Lulce and Ascension, two Fall River Episcopal churches, last month sponsored two families of Cambodian refugees, resettling them in a large Fall River house much, in need of paint and paper. ' Their project was aided by an ecumenical committee, Including hurriedly recruited Sister Gertrude Gaudette, OP, whose photographs frequently 'appear In The Anchor. The following account of her con- tribution appeared In "Good News Letter," issued by the United Episcopal Churches of Fall River.

It is really hot. The refugees

LIFE In a CHRIST-CENTERED Community life-style

SISTERS OF CHARITY - Vocation Office 279 Cartier Street - Manchester, N.H. 03102 Tel. 1-603-622-6942

arrive today. Why do we do this is the middle of a heat wave? I have call~d a friend who does not wallpaper and asked him to find some persons who do. We have to finish the house, but have t~ree more large ,rooms to wallpaper before we can really clean house and arrange furniture.

Our workers seem exhausted.

I drop by the house and find that one room is' completed. I hear noises. My friend is at the' bottom of a ladder, holding a piece of wallpaper. On the ladder is a quiet, unassum· ing woman of middle years, dressed in the modern habit of

The life of a Sister of St. Joan of Arc is one totally committed to God in the servi~e of His Priest.

This is accomplished in a two-fold manner; Spiritually and Materially. In' this 'way, tbe Sisters of St. Joan of Arc become a precious aid to the Clergy, enabling the priest to give more' "fully o( himself in his apostolate, being relieved of domestic preoccupations and sustained in his ministry by the Sisters' prayer life and dedicated service. ' Thus the' Sisters' life is well-balanced, giving glory to God, help' to the clergy and contributing her share of love and concern for souls.

If the reader of these lines should hear' the call of Christ on behalf of ,priests, if Saint Joan of Arc should point out to her this noble legion of Sisters and invite her to enlist into thelr ranks, may she not hesitate!

If you know of young women who wish to devote themselves to priests and consecrate themselves in a special way to the Loving Heart of Jesus, please inform them of this sublime cause!

To foster the work of Joan of Arc is to foster the great cause of the Priesthood. It is something most pleasing to the, Heart of Jesus who bears such a tender love for His J>riest.

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When she received my friend's phone call this morning, she dropped whatever she was doing (did she say' that she was fixing the convent's plumbing?) and came to help.

I am told that Sister Gertrude has rebuilt her entire convent and a parochial school , or two and is an accomplished photographer. Her coming and her contribution at a time' when we needed help . . . that is for me the miracle of Sister Gertrude.

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Carmelites for the Aged Celebrate Golden Jubilee The Carmelite Sisters for the Aged and Infirm celebrated their -golden anniversary Sept. 8 in New York City, at St. Patrick's Cathedral.

Cardinal Terence Cooke celebrated a Mass of Thanksgiving at which one other cardinal, over 35 bishops, and hundreds of priests, religious and friends were present. Bishop "Daniel A. Cronin, Msgr. John Regan, and Rev. Lucio. Phillipino represented the Fall River diocese.

The congregation was founded September 3, 1929, the year of the great depression, by the present Mother General Emeritus, Reverend Mother M. Angeline Teresa, to answer the need for a modern approach to caring for" the aging, with emphasis on privacy, security, independence, the potentials of the aging and above all the dignity of the individual.

The community continues to serve a great need in tOday's society, combining modern technologies with the Carmelite sis-

ters' dedication. to serving Christ in the elderly.

Mother M. Angeline Teresa initilJted her venture in that historic year of 1929 with six dedicated companions and seven elderly guests. The congregation has grown to approximately 400 sisters who administer 31 facilities in 11 states, 19 archdioceses and dioceses, and in Dublin, Ireland, serving approximately 6000 older persons ~aily.

For the past 40 years the· Carmelite Sisters for the Aged and Infirm have administered the Catholic Memorial Home, 2446 Highland Avenue, Fall River, and Our Lady's Haven, 71 Centre Street, Fairhaven.

The work begun by Mother M. Angeline Teresa will be continued in her spirit by her successor, . Mother M. Michael Rosaraie; and her congregation will continue to promote new concepts in care for the aging, with each improvement designed to better the quality of life for each and every older person.

it takes a spe.cial kind of person . .. to embrace' the life of a Little Brother. Brother Mathias Barrett has directed us to "be always available," especially for the most neglected, abandoned and most

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Dominican Sisters - DIVERSITY OF WORKS -hospital, homes for the aged, migrant clinics, pastoral care, cate~ chedcs, house of studies. Spanish minority groups, mission in India.-

SISTER MARIE de RICCI, in her 90s and the oldest member of the Dominican Sisters of St. Catherine of Siena, enjoys a moment with Sister Lucille Gauvin, one of the youngest members. (Sister Gertrude Gaudette Photo)

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THE DISCALCED CARMELITE NUNS The Discalced Branch of the Order of Our lady of Mount Carmel had its birth in the heart of the great Saint Teresa of Avila. After 20 years of Carmelite' life in its mitigated form, Teresa was inspired to restore the observance of the Primitive RUle, Which, more than three centuries earlier, had been given by St. Albert of Jerusa· lem to the hermits living 0"' Mount Carmel. The first Teresian Carmel was founded in 1562.

The life of the Carmelite Nun is contemplative and apostolic. It is modeled on the life of Our Lady at Nazareth, a life of prayer and sacrifice, destined to, procure the glory of God by the per· sonal sanctification of the members of the order# and by continual intercession for the needs 0 the Church, the sanctification of priests and the salvation of souls. ,Retaining the spirit of their desert heritalle, strict enclosure is observed. The Divine Office is recited In choir, and two hours each day are given to mental prayer. Community recreation Is held twice daily in accord with the family spirit considered so necessary by Saint Teresa, Who was proclaimed in 1970 the first. woman Doctor of the Church. Silence, solitude and manual labor are essential points of the Rule.

For further informa\ion please contact: Reverend Mother Prioress Carmelite Monastery SoI·E-Mar Road South Dartmouth, MA 02748 ST, THERESE OF llSIEUX "The little Flower"

When you did it for one of these . .• -1873, Father Damien reached out. and touched the "un-touchables'" • . . the lepers. For 16 years he was for his lepers a father, doctor, nurse and their gravedigger. He preached the Gospel, he lived the Gospel!!

They sti II need someone The unwant~d/cast·offs/poor and needy ''We must be conscious of and responsive to the needs of today's world, if we are to be true evangelist."

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By Father Jon-Paul Gallant "You are a priest forever, ac- tas~ of hanging up the altar cording to the order of Melchi- bOYS' cassocks after Mass. It is zedek." These awesome words the grace of breaking the bread . were chanted by the choir as just as Our Lord did, and it is scores of priests followed their the nature of being sure that Bishop in laying their hands on there is bread on the paten to my headl in a gesture as old as break.

The k.ind of ministry in which the Bible itself. Through this action and the prayer of consecra- most priests - including this tion, I was to join with these one - engage is parish oriented men as a successor to those who and pastoral. We are trained in would serve the Lord in his the intricacies of theological and biblical thought - at least that's priesthood.

Yes, it was just over a year what our professors fondly supago that that action took place. pose; then we are expected to "A priest forever - words that understand the intricacies of make one think of the very mysterious monsters like age.great power of sacramental .Iold boilers and plumbing sysgrace and the large dose of faith tems.

As parish ministers, we are needed to carry out the call of iJ;l the service of the People of the Lord.

And how has this grace of or- God. And make no mistake, we dination been working out in my are sent to serve people. And own life? What is it like to be oh, the people: They are as "a priest forever." Well, I don't varied and confusing as they know about the "forever" part, were in Our Lord's .day, differbut I can share some of what ent from one another and diffthe first year of forever has erent from place to place. been like. The calling we priests They say that the parish share is as sublime as the Christ structure is breaking down. after whom we pattern our lives Well, perhaps, but there is a aJld as mundane as the life of certain character of people from the .' ~arpenter's son who must parish' to 'parish which seems, have passed many days sweep- very particular to each. There ing up the shavings from his are city people, country people, father's workbench. surburban people, and various It is the grace of presiding at ethnic people. There are not so the table of the Lord "in per- - much good and bad people as

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There are the daily communicants whose prayers and devotion are a blessing to the priest; there are the Sunday "30 minute" people who will chafe and ,twist if the Mass goes longer than th.e time limit (exactly what this limit is I do not know - but I usually know when I've passed it.)

There are the "of course I'm a Catholic" people who see the inside of the church for baptisms, first communions, con.firmations, marriages and funerals and can't understand Father's reluctance to certify that they are parishioners in good standing. Then -there are the others, those who are called "fallen away" who are not quite sure who or what God might be but who think He's all right as long as He doesn't bother them. .

Yes, the.re are the people. They are the joy and sorrow of the priest; they are his reason to' be.

For the priest, a, sinner himself, . is called to serve and minister to sinners. He is called to direct their thoughts to God and God's Word to them. The priest is called to love them as he is loved by Christ and to serve them as Christ did.

How long is "forever?" It is for as long as God gives one strength and life' to serve His people. "Forever" is a long time.

But with a little common sense, a sense of humor, and, most important, a firm faith commitment to Christ and His Church; "forever" can be the most exCiting, challenging and rewarding call in life.

My "forever" has passed its first year. I only pray that God will give me the grace to pass many such years.

But you must excus,e me. I think the pipes just Qurst upstairs and my "expert;' advice ''is needed. '

Priest Examines Vocation Crisis

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Experience is the best teacher, So it would seem that Blessed Sacrament Father Ernest Falardeau, for many years a seminary rector, university professor and vocation director, and now engaged in pastoral ministry in New Mexico, is well qualified to discuss the vocation crisis.

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Efectivamente, 0 Sumo Sacerdote da Nova Alianfa, tendo derrado 0 Seu sangue em sacrif!cio agradavel ao Pai, consagrou 0 Seu povo na santidade. "Cristo Senhor, tornado de entre os homens, fez do novo povo um reino de sacerdotes para Deus e Seu PaLl1 Assim, pois, Cristo sacerdote e Igreja sacerdote s!o realidades interdepen~ntes.

Como ~, comose exerce na Igreja 0 Sacerd6cio de Cristo?

Embora que todos sejam charnados ao Sacerd6cio de Jesus Cristo h~ urna distin~~o a fazer entre 0 pavo sacerdotal ou sacerdocio universal e 0 sacerd6cio ministerial. Falamos hoje do sacerdoicio ministerial.

Ser . padre , ou ser bispo ~, antes de mais, ser cristao, isto e baptizado e enviado. E esta a razao por que se tala do sacerd6cio ministerial depo~s de se ter pensado do s~­ cerd6cio universal. Assim, tudo 0 que atras tern pensado e fica dito durn modo muito especial aplica-se everi£ica-se duma forma e~­ celente nos ch~adQs sacerdotes por carisma.

Havera, ent~o, dois sacerdocios na 1greja? 0 Conc!lio Vaticano II ~eve urn grande empenho em manter a di£eren~a espec{£ica en~ tre 0 sacerdocio comum e 0 sacerd&cio ministerial. "0 sacerdocio comum dos fieis e 0 sacerd6cio ministerial ou hierarquico sao diferentes um do outro essenciamente e nto apen as em grau, mas ordenam-se um para 0 outro: na verdade, ambos participam, a seu modo, do sacerdocio unico de Cristo."

Sacerdote ministerial e, entao, 0 sacerdote especialmente enviado, atraves da Ordem, para se dedicar exclusivamente, ou principalmente, a presidencia da comunidade na Palavra, nos Sacramentos ou nos servi~os. O,que garante a continuidade da MissXO dos Apostolos, atraves da imposifao das mXos e do envio Nao ha, portanto, qualquer £osso ou ruptura entre estes sacerdotes oficialmente constituidos e os simples £ieis, igualmente sacerdote em Cristo. Pelo contrario, 0 carisma ministerial daqueles garantido ou, pelo menos, condicionado por estes. o Ministerio sacerdotal e carisma, dom de Deus ern ordem ao servi~o dos irm~os. Con£;rido no Sacramento da Orde~ ·(imposi~ro das maos) , .compromete na dedica~ao total ao Povo de Deus. Com os sacerdotes carismaticos, ministeriais, verifica-se mais sensivelmente 0 sacerdocio de Jesus Cristo, realizado na doa~Xo completa da vontade, na dispOnibilidade total ao servi~o da comunidade, na consagray!o das realidades deste mundo.

Desta forma, bispos, presb{teros, ,e di,aconos serKo outros tantos enviados, atraves de chamamento pessoal, para 0 desempenho incondicional doservi~o cristao nurna comunidade crist! determinada. C~da qual com respon sibilidades espec!£icas colabora, a seu modo na condufAo do Povo de Deus, procurando incarnar, em cada caso, a misslo do Filho de Deus, Pro£eta, Sacerdote e Pastor.

Igreja-Povo-sacerdotal. Importa, antes de mais, ter consciGncia do Sacerdocio de Jesus Cristo. Importa n~ confundir 0 sacerdocio do Antigo edo Novo Testamento. ~ro queiramos vestir Jesus de Nazare corn os habitos pomposos dos Sumos Sacerdotes. que 0 condenaram.

In a report to the provincial council of his community, he did just that. Based on his experience, he observed that: -Vocation advertising, however extensive or professionaf, is not a panacea. It can only establish a possible contact.

WE INVITE YOU TO BECOME· A DOROTHEAN TODAY

-Personal contact is the only effective way tf> reach potential vocations.

-Efforts of vocation directors cannot succeed without intensive commitment on the part of community members or fellow ' members of the diocesan priesthood.

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On a more philosophical plane, Father Falardeau commented: "It is my conviction that the problem of declining vocations will persist for some time. The causes of the current situation are too basic, complex, and allpervasive to fQresee rapid reversal. Indeed, it is my belief that the future of religious life lies in the high caliber of smaller numbers."

a WOMAN of faith and vision through prayer LIVING in a community fashioned in love and understanding SERVING as a . !, proclamation of God's loving concern through EDUCATION IN I-TS VARIOUS FORMS

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Perhaps the major contributing factor to the continued'vocations downturn, said Father Falardeau, is the new context within which such a choice is made.

The recent expansion of lay ministry has introduced a totally new element into the picture.

"Years agQ, lay ministry simply wasn't a viable alternative to the priesthood or religious life.

Today it is."

Both church and potential candidates, noted the priest, are coming to realize that with greater involvement of laity in ministry, there is no longer the need for great'numbers of priests and religious.

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"The contemporary church possesses pluriform ministries, and the choice between ministry as a layperson or a religious will be made on the basis of quality of life and the potential for , Christ-like living. Religious life, of course, has a singular place in the church community, because of its unique' values and depth of commitment."

Father Falardeau also stressed the" need for genuine personal renewal on the part of each religious and for a greater sense of shared purpose and mission.

Finally, he said, "the expectations of the 1980's must" be realistic. The new approach to vocations is founded on quality, not quantity. We should continue to be optimistic that the Lord will send us the number and quality of vocations we need, provided we are assiduous in prayer, and live in such a way as to deserve them."

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FATHER ROBERT T. McDADE, M.SS.CC. MISSIONARIES OF THE SACRED HEARTS 2249 SHORE ROAD, LINWOOD, N.J. 08221 (609) 927·5600

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WE'THINK SO! We believe it so much that our whole life is given to building rela· tionships, restoring h o p e . ' .

Our mission in the Church is to make our very own the lovmg com:erns of Je.sus the Good Shepherd.

We are a world·wide community who believes "A .,Person is of more value than a World" interested? For more informa.tion please write to the Sisters of Good Shepherd.

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God's great love for people.

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THE RELIGIOUS OF JESUS AND MARY HAVE GOOD NEWS ••• An international apostolic community proclaiming news of the Lord's good· for over 150 years, the Religious of Jesus and Mary number 2400 women in 21 countries on all five continents.

They have crossed the United States of America to spread the Good News from the snows of New Hampshire to the shores of Massachusetts and Rhode Island into New York and Maryland close to the deserts of Texas and amid the palm trees of Cal.ifornia. . ne~s

Our shared mission In the Church Is expressed primarily by an educational service which Is challen.11II Ind diverse: • teachlnf It III levels • plstora team worll with ,outh and adults • catechetlcal Instruction • campus ministry • health care In dlsperlslrles, hospitals clinics • communlfy social Ictlon • residences for university students . and women TEACHING

• service projects with the poor and minority groups Sent to those who hunger for Gad In our Iworld, we are supported by union with the Lard and with each ather In a community called to live the Goad News throu.h apostolic poverty, cell· bacy. and obedience.

ClaUdine Thevenet. foundress of our Institute, believed that the areatest misfortune was to live and die with· aut IInowln. Gad. She did something about It. That's wh, we're stili around•

If you hear us and want to know more, write or call: Vocation Director RELIGIOUS OF JESUS AND MARY 8908 Riggs Road Hyattsville, Maryland 20783 13011 434-0038

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Commitment, Community, Service

By Guy Roddy, FIe "What is a brother?" is an often asked question, even by those who know one, for this way of living out the Christian life is not easily understood. . One might begin, however, by saying that a brother is a layman called by the L9rd to a dedicated Christian life of commitment, community and service.

To lead such a life, a man joins other like-minded men in a religious order and consecrates himself to God by commitments .of poverty, celibacy and obedience. Through these he places himself at the service of - the Lord and his fellow human beings.

To live his commitment, a brother realizes that he' must be in frequent contact with th~ Lord in prayer. He joins with the church for morning and_ evening prayer and the daily Eucharist. He also spends time in personal prayer and the .reading of Scripture.

Since he lives a communal life with .other brothers, he shares their ups and downs. Together

they strive to show that peace not of this world which Jesus offered his followers (In. 14:27).

Much of a brother's day is spent in ministering to others. ,In union with his fellows, after careful consideration of his personal gifts and talents, and mindful of the needs of the times and the locality, he is at the serv~ce of others in a way that only he can be. .The opportunities for brothers to minister are innumerable.

Many respond to the needs of the church in the field of'education as teachers, administrators, guidance counselors and librarians.

Others are in health care as nurses, medical technicians, .and hospital and nursing home administrators.

Brothers are also involved in the . management and maintenance of church properties as business managers, carpenters, plumbers and electricians. Some serve their communities as cooks.

Brothers are found in the inner city running soup kitchens and shelters for the poor or con-

ducting youth clubs. Some operate drug or crisis centers.

Brothers are 'also on the reservations working with the American Indians or among the people of Appalachia. Many, too, go to other countries to spread the Good News. In a few religious communities brothers devote themselves almost exclusively to prayer, worship and contemplation.

Today brothers are venturing into new areas. They are working in parishes, hospitals and nursing homes as pastoral min:isters, counselors or religious education coordinators. Others with communication skills are involved in production of books, movies and television and radio programs.

A man interested' in becoming a hrother should contact someone such as a vocation director or counselor. Together they will seek to discover the Lord's calling. If it seems to be to' the brotherhood, a vocation director can assist the candidate by introdiJcing him to the community of brothers best suited to his calling.

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BRQTHER DAVIDTOUCHETTE, FIC, supervises physics students. He and six other Brothers of Christian Instruction are on the f acuIty of Bishop Connolly High Scftool, Fall River. Included among them are Brother Michael'Barnaby arid Brother Robert Micqaud, both Fall River natives. Their community was founded in France in 1819 and its Ameri~an headquarters are in Alfred, Maine. Besides teaching in high schools and colleges in th~ U.S. and· East Africa, American brothers are engaged in pastoral ministry, retreat w()rk and operation of a radio station in Nome,.Alaska. .

THE ANCHOR-Diocese of Fall River-Thur. Sept. 27, 1979

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GOD NEEDS MANY Good Men And, Women Are You One 01 Them?

Listen To HIS Call! .

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PERMANENT DEACON CANDIDATES and their wives listen to a lecture by Father Edmund Fitzgerald, diocesan director of pasto ral care for the sick. Candidates. attend classes . twice weekly during the academic year. (Ros a P~oto)

The Vocation of the Deacon

By Leo W. Racine all peoples. The Church of and family realize this responsiChrist must see in me this living Ibility and commitment.

Pennanent Deacon Candidate They are willing to share this Time is irrelevant in the sight symbol as one which translates part of my life for the glory of of God. I know that now. For "diakonia"-to serve. It will be as long as I can remember, my a permanent sign of ministry, God. My wife has journeyed desire in life has been to serve second to my marriage and its this path of faith by attending God and His Church in a very obvious obligations to support all my classes and days of recolmy family.. special way.

My children have lection: prayed with us, shared my anxMy awareness of the PermaThe deacon participates in the nent Diaconate, a few years ago, ieties and heard my personal same sacrament as the priest. helped me to realize that God fears. They have also encounhad been preparing me for this The bishop will lay his hands on tered the presence of His will him in a similar but distinct during my institution as Reader unique call to "diakonia." "not unto the priest- and Acolyte and they have manner, My aspiration to answer God's hood, but unto a ministry of shared their own cares and concall W&$ even more affirmed cerns during family retreats. when my children suggested:, service." As a deacon who will "Dad, you should be a deacon." represent the servant Christ, I The awesomeness of this new must find Christ in the least of Praise God, that my family my brethren. My service, through beginning i~ our lives can never and I never doubted this voca- the sacramental graces of God, overshadow the gravity and prition. Admittedly, though, we do will blend the bread of the mary reason for ordination: to not know His ways, and after Eucharist with the bread of fulfill a need of service in the' Church. two and a half years in this practical charity in a ministry of diaconate program of preparation word, liturgy and service.

I am privileged among His and theological studies, the time chosen ones to participate in the of ordination, June, 1980, is Whether I perform the cor- passion of Jesus in the special quickly approaching. It is with poral works of mercy, practice way, interpreted by the liturgy, much humility that I anticipate charity in social or relief work, of "the giving of His Body or the awesomeness of this avoca- preach the Word of God as dea- Person for others." tion in my life. con or preside liturgically in the From this point of view, Jesus Ordination to the diaconate name of the pastor and bishop, will be my exemplar. I pray He will empower me to be a living it will be most encouraging and will be reflected· through my acsign of the Church's concern for satisfying to know that my wife tions as His ordained deacon.

CANDIDATES FOR the permanent diaconate are installed as acolytes at ceremony last Sunday in St. Mary's Cathedral. (Torchia Photo)

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