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WHEREAS, the Sisters of Loretto at the Foot of the Cross were founded by three women, Sisters Mary Rhodes, Ann Havern and Christina Stuart, with the help of their Catholic missionary pastor, Father Charles Nerinckx. They came together beginning a uniquely American community of faith and love to meet the needs of their times, taking as their special purpose the education of girls and young women of every faith and every economic means. They be-gan the first religious order of women without foreign affiliation in the United Sates on April 25, 1812; and WHEREAS, 40 years later, in 1852, six Sisters of Loretto set out to make the arduous trek from Kentucky to New Mexico by wagon train. Along the way they were beset by the chol-era epidemic. One of the sisters died, and one returned to Kentucky to regain her health. The remaining four Sisters made it to Santa Fe, learning Spanish to better serve the people of the area, and opened the Loretto Academy of Our Lady of Light in 1853; and (See page 5 for more of the proclamation presented by David Coss, the mayor of Santa Fe.)

A statue of Mary stands amid the re-mains of homes destroyed by fire and the effects of Hurricane Sandy in the Breezy Point section of the New York borough of Queens Oct. 30. More than 80 homes were destroyed in the tiny beachfront neighborhood. (CNS pho-to/Shannon Stapleton, Reuters)

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Vatican City, October 16, 2012Prot. N. 305/2012

Your Excellency,At the conclusion of the Vis-

its ad limina Apostolorum of the Bishops of the United States of America in 2011-2012, I write to thank Your Excellency for your Quinquennial Report of the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, 2004-2011, sent to this Congre-gation by the Apostolic Nuncia-ture. I am grateful for the great care you and your collaborators took in preparing the Report, which was helpful in assessing the actual situation of the local Church entrusted to your care.

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Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan and the bishops representing Region XIII met with Pope Benedict XVI during their April 30 - May 6, 2012 “ad limina” visit to the Vatican to report on the status of their dioceses. Below is the Vatican’s response to Archbishop Shee-han regarding the Archdiocese of Santa Fe’s 2004-2011 Quinquennial Report from Marc Cardinal Ouellette, Pre-fect of the Congregation for Bishops

Mass of Thanksgiving ........................2

Archbishop’s Letter: Canonization of St. Kateri Tekakwitha .....................3

160th Anniversary of Sisters of Loretto ..............................5

Teachers of the Year ...........................8

Fourth Norbertine Abbey Established in US ..............................11

St. Francis of Assisi Award Recipients ..........................................13

Gallup Receives First-Class Relic ....28

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Intentions for NOVEMber 2012

General: Ministers of the GospelThat bishops, priests, and all min-isters of the Gospel may bear the courageous witness of fidelity to the crucified and risen Lord. Mission: Pilgrim ChurchThat the pilgrim Church on earth may shine as a light to the na-tions.

Pope greets crowd after leading Angelus Prayer at Vatican on Feast of All Saints

Pope Benedict XVI greets the crowd after leading the Angelus prayer from the window of his apartment overlooking St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican Nov. 1, the feast of All Saints. The pope said All Saints’ Day “reminds us of our eternal des-tiny, where we will dwell” in total fulfillment and joy. He prayed that people would “strongly believe in eternal life and feel in true communion with our departed loved ones.” (CNS photo/Paul Haring)

The beating of Native American drums led in the procession of Kateri Circles and ministers for the Mass of Thanksgiving for the canonization of St. Kat-eri Tekakwitha on November 3 at St. Anthony Church on the Sandia Pueblo.

Native Americans from many pueblos of the arch-diocese were joined by other Native peoples from El Paso, Mescalero and beyond. In addition, pilgrims who went to Rome for the canonization of St. Kateri also came.

Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan presided at the Mass joined by concelebrants who have ministered with Native Americans. Three Native American dea-cons assisted: Deacon John Bird, Deacon Gerald Chavez and Deacon Joe Herrera, Jr. Director of Arch-

diocesan Native American Ministry. The Riley family of Laguna Pueblo, directed by Fabian Yanez, led the as-sembly in song.

The homilist was Rev. Wayne Paysse, Executive Director of the Black and Indian Missions Office in Washington, DC. Sr. Kateri Mitchell, Executive Director

of the national Kateri Conference was also present as an honored guest.

In his homily, Fr. Paysse reminded the assembly that St. Kateri is a model for all of us, for we are called to be missionaries, teachers and witnesses to our faith. He challenged all native people to follow St. Kateri by spreading the message of Jesus’ love, healing and

mercy to their families, their villages and to all they meet.

He emphasized, “When you are lonely, look at the cross. When you are discouraged, look at the cross. When you are in pain, look at the cross”. Looking at Jesus’ love poured out for us on the cross gives us the strength to sacrifice ourselves so that others may find the way to God. These sacrifices will raise us to eternal life with Christ.

Many pueblo people spoke of St. Kateri as a Catho-lic saint of their own. They have prayed for this day for over 30 years. “She is one of us and we pray to her daily to take our needs to God”.

After the Mass, a grand feast was celebrated with Matachines dances in the courtyard and traditional na-tive foods served in the meeting hall. The invocation was prayed all day long, “St. Kateri Tekakwitha, pray for us!”

Mass of Thanksgiving for St. Kateri Tekakwitha

By Deacon Joe Herrera, Jr., DirectorNative American Ministry

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Sunday, October 21, 2012 was a memorable, moving and historic day! That was the day Pope Benedict XVI canonized St. Kateri Tekakwitha. I led a pilgrimage to Rome for the event and the majority of the pilgrims were Na-tive Americans from various pueblos, plus from the Navajo Reservation and Mescalero Apache. We left on Friday, October 19 from Albuquerque and ar-rived on Saturday morning in Rome. We could feel the excitement and an-ticipation of many decades of prayer for Kateri’s Canonization and it was going to happen in a few hours!

The crowd at St. Peter’s square, around 100,000, was overwhelming. I had the advantage of being near the altar along with numerous other arch-bishops, bishops and cardinals from around the world (there were six other saints being canonized as well). I was informed later my pilgrimage group could not stay together because of the great number in attendance. Although we had tickets to be seated, half of my group ended up standing for the entire Canonization Mass. It was good there

were large screens set up so those in the dis-tance could see.

For me, the most moving moment of the canonization was witnessing the young 13 year old Jake Fink-bonner, member of the Lummi Tribe, receive Communion from the Holy Father. Jake re-ceived a miraculous cure through the interces-sion of Kateri Tekakwitha and it was the final miracle needed for her to be canon-ized. I can’t even imagine what Jake must have been feeling. Jake was five years old when he received a cut on his lip which became infected with a flesh eating bacteria. After much prayer by his family members to Kateri he was cured in 2006. Investigations conducted by the Vatican were con-firmed and made public in December 2011. Plans for my pilgrimage were

started the day the final miracle was announced.

During our final din-ner in Rome on Thurs-day, October 25, I asked the pilgrims to share what they thought of our time together. One stated that the Native Americans finally felt completely accepted by the Catholic Church because now they have

one of their own saints to pray to. Another shared that a prayer has finally been answered. Yet another stated no one could have ever prepared her for the emo-tions that overwhelmed her, to hear the pope announce Kateri as a saint, to see the pope and to

visit all the holy sites. A non-Native American said he felt he had connected a missing line in his faith journey and now he would make it a point to go to Mass at one of the pueblos whenever he could. He now felt he found broth-ers and sisters among the Native Amer-

icans he met on this pilgrimage. One non-Native American man shed tears when he expressed his appreciation for two of our Native American women with whom he spent time at San Clem-ente Church in Rome. They had shared their life stories with him about their lives as children. One Native Ameri-can woman stated she felt hope – hope that the various pueblos would start to support each other instead of always working against each other.

We flew home on Friday, October 26. Tired, some with blisters on their feet from all of the walking, one with a sprained ankle from a fall, another with bruises from a fall at the Rome airport. But all in all, we all grew in our faith and have returned with stories to tell those who could not join us. And yes, luggage was lost and one of them was mine!

St. Kateri Tekakwitha, pray for us.Sincerely yours in the Risen Lord,

Most Rev. Michael J. SheehanArchbishop of Santa Fe

IN THE RISEN LORDCanonization of St. Kateri Tekakwitha

Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan

El domingo 21 de octubre fue un día memorable, emotivo e histórico. Ese fue el día en el que el Papa Benedicto XVI canonizó a Santa Kateri Tekak-witha. Yo organicé una peregrinación a Roma para asistir a este evento y la mayoría de los peregrinos que viajaron conmigo eran nativo americanos pro-venientes de diversos Pueblos en ésta área y de las Reservaciones Navajo y Mescalero Apache. Partimos de Albu-querque hacia Roma el viernes 19 y llegamos el sábado 20 de octubre por la mañana. Podíamos sentir el entusi-asmo y la anticipación por las muchas décadas de oración por la canonización de Kateri, la cual tendría lugar en unas cuantas horas.

La multitud en la plaza de San Pe-dro, alrededor de 100,000 era abruma-dora. Tuve la ventaja de estar cerca del altar junto con otros muchos arzobis-pos, obispos y cardenales de todo el mundo (otros seis santos serían tam-bién canonizados en esta ocasión). Fui informado más tarde que mi grupo de peregrinos no pudo permanecer junto debido al gran número de asistentes. A pesar de que contábamos con boletos

para que todos pudieran sentarse, la mitad de mi grupo tuvo que quedarse de pie durante toda la misa de canon-ización. Lo bueno fue que se habían instalado pantallas gigantes para que todos los asistentes pudieran seguir de cerca el evento.

Personalmente, el momento más emotivo de la canonización fue el pres-enciar cuando el jovencito de 13 años, Jake Finkbonner, miembro de la tribu Lummi, recibió la Comunión del Santo Padre. Jake había sido milagrosamente curado por la intercesión de Kateri Tekakwitha y ese fue el milagro final que se necesitaba para que ella fuera canonizada. No puedo ni imaginarme lo que Jake pudo haber sentido en ese momento. Él tenía 5 años cuando, después de sufrir una herida en su la-bio, una agresiva bacteria que consume piel y carne lo atacó. Después de mu-chas oraciones a Kateri por parte de su familia, Jake fue sanado en el año 2006. Las investigaciones llevadas a cabo por el Vaticano fueron confirma-das y este milagro se hizo público en diciembre del 2011. Los planes para mi peregrinación se iniciaron el día que

ese milagro final fue anunciado. Durante nuestra cena final en Roma

el jueves 25 de octubre, pedí a los per-egrinos que compartieran sus pensa-mientos sobre nuestro tiempo juntos. Uno de ellos dijo que los nativos ameri-canos por fin se sentían completamente aceptados por la Iglesia Católica ahora que contaban con un santo de entre los suyos a quien rezarle. Otra persona compartió que su oración por fin había sido escuchada. Alguien más expresó que nadie podría haberla preparado para las emociones que la inundaron al escuchar al Papa anunciar a Kateri como una santa, al ver al Papa de cerca y al visitar todos los sitios sagrados. Una persona no nativo americana dijo que sintió que había conectado una línea que le hacía falta en su jornada de fe, y que ahora se esforzaría por asistir tantas veces pudiera a misa en uno de los Pueblos, porque ahora había encontrado hermanos y hermanas entre los nativo americanos que conoció en esta peregrinación. Un hombre ameri-cano derramó lágrimas cuando expresó su apreciación por dos mujeres nativo americanas con quienes convivió en la

iglesia de San Clemente en Roma. El-las compartieron con él las historias de sus vidas cuando eran niñas. Una mu-jer nativo americana expresó que sintió esperanza – esperanza de que los di-versos Pueblos empezarían a apoyarse unos a otros en lugar de siempre traba-jar en contra del otro.

Volamos de regreso a Albuquerque el viernes 26 de octubre. Llegamos cansa-dos, algunos con ampollas por tanto caminar, alguien con un tobillo las-timado por una caída, otro con rastros de golpes dejados por una caída en el aeropuerto en Roma. Pero en general, todos crecimos en nuestra fe y hemos regresado con historias que contar a quienes no pudieron acompañarnos. Y efectivamente, algunas piezas de equi-paje se extraviaron, y ¡una de ellas era mía!

Santa Kateri Tekakwitha, ora por nosotros.

Sinceramente suyo en el Señor Re-sucitado,

Reverendísimo Michael J. SheehanArzobispo de Santa Fe

Canonización de Santa Kateri TekakwithaArzobispo Michael J. Sheehan


The following parishes have sent in excess Mass stipends to the Archdioc-esan Finance Office for seminarian education. These receipts are for the period August - October 2012. Excess Mass stipends are from multiple Mass intentions celebrated at parishes. The archdiocesan policy is for

excess Mass stipends to be used for seminarian education. Parish Name/City Amount ReceivedAnonymous donation .......................................................................$1,000.00Teresa and Linda Gies – donation ..........................................................$25.00Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Mass stipends) ..........................$640.00St. Anne – Santa Fe (Mass stipends) .................................................$9,000.00Our Lady of Belen (Mass stipends) ..................................................$2,000.00St. John the Baptist – Santa Fe (Mass stipends) ..................................$500.00Donation – Teresa and Linda Gies .........................................................$50.00

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St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, M.S.C.Missionary and founder of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Francis Xavier Cabrini was born into a family of 13 children. Due to health reasons, her first request to join a religious community was refused, but she was finally able to take her vows in 1877. Soon after being named prioress of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart, she was urged by Pope Leo XIII to become a missionary in the United States. How-ever, the house that had been promised to her for an orphanage was unavailable when she reached New York City, and the archbishop advised her to return to Italy. Frances departed from the archbishop’s resi-dence all the more determined to stay and establish that orphanage. And she did. In 35 years, Frances Xavier Cabrini founded six institutions for the poor, the abandoned, the uneducated and the sick, and organized schools and adult education classes for forma-tion in the Catholic Faith. She died of malaria in her own Columbus Hospital in Chi-cago in 1917. She was the first United States Citizen to be canonized, and she is known as the patron saint of immigrants.

Archbishop Sheehan has made the following assignments:

• Effective Monday, September 10, 2012 – Rev. Paul Walsman OFM, will be in resi-dence at the St. Paschal Friary in Santa Fe providing parish assistance.

• Effective Friday, September 21, 2012 – Rev. Baaju Izuchi CSSP, will be assigned to hospital ministry under the direction of Deacon Stephen Rangel, Director of Pastoral Out-reach. Rev. Baaju will be in residence at the St. Jude Thaddeus rectory.

• Effective Tuesday, October 17, 2012 – Rev. Gabriel Mary Bakkar, CFR, will be in resi-dence at the San Juan Diego Friary in Albuquerque.

• Effective Tuesday, October 26, 2012 – Rev. Thomas Noesen, OP currently assigned as Parochial Vicar at San Felipe de Neri in Albuquerque, has been appointed as Parochial Vicar at Risen Savior Catholic Community in Albuquerque, under the direction of pastor, Fr. Timothy Martinez. Fr. Noesen will remain in residence at the Friary at Aquinas New-man Center.

• Effective Friday, September 21, 2012 – Deacon Rudolph F. Baca, previously assigned to diaconal ministry at Sangre de Cristo Parish in Albuquerque has been appointed to dia-conal ministry at Our Lady of Guadalupe also in Albuquerque, under the direction of the pastor, Fr. Joe D. Vigil.

• Effective Friday, October 12, 2012 – Deacon Faustin Archuleta, previously assigned to diaconal ministry at Holy Ghost Parish in Albuquerque has been appointed to diaconal ministry at St. Jude Thaddeus also in Albuquerque, under the direction of the pastor, Fr. John Daniel.

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September 2012 marked the acknowledgment of the 160th anniversary of the arrival of the first Sisters of Loretto to Santa Fe and was commem-orated and observed joyfully. The events started with a welcome at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi by Sister of Loretto Sylvia Se-dillo who read the description of the arrival of the first sisters to Santa Fe from the book Light in Yucca Land by Sr. Richard Marie Barbour, S.L. (first published in 1952).

Sr. Sylvia introduced Msgr. Jerome Martinez y Alire, former rector of the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi who was joined by Fr. Mi-chael DeSciose and Fr. Marty Lally from Den-ver, co-members of the Loretto Community and who con-celebrated at Mass. Msgr. Jerome stat-ed when he was pastor at El Rito, and he made a call for help when the wall of the church fell down -- the Sisters of Loretto had been the only congregation to offer help. Mayor David Coss proclaimed September 26, 2012 as “Sisters of Loretto Day” in Santa Fe and read a proclama-tion in the presence of all the sisters and friends attending the celebration.

President of the Sisters of Loretto, Cathy Muel-ler from Denver, and the President-Elect, Pearl McGivney from Florida, were introduced and made wonderful and very well received com-ments about the warmth and fellowship felt here. Also attending was Sr. Imelda Therese Marquez from Denver and Sr. Patricia Jean Manion from the Motherhouse in Kentucky, the only living sis-ters of Loretto who taught at the Loretto Acad-emy in Santa Fe. Sr. Patricia Jean Manion (PJ) said that she fell in love with Santa Fe the first time she saw it in 1949. Also present was Sr. Pauline Albin who had recently returned from her ministry in Ghana, West Africa and who was

principal of St. Francis Cathedral School in Santa Fe for about 12 years. Mass was celebrated with the second reading taken from the constitutions of the Sisters of Loretto and Fr. Marty Lally giv-ing a beautiful homily. Also attending the cel-ebration were many of the women who attended Loretto Academy for girls before its closing in 1968.

After Mass, people gathered at Crispin Hall and Sr. PJ and Sr. Elaine Prevallet signed copies of books. The book A Century of Change 1912-2012 is on Loretto’s Second Century and was initiated by Sr. PJ with chapters written by nu-merous Sisters of Loretto and co-members of the Loretto community. The celebration continued at the Loretto Chapel in Santa Fe with a prayer service and a presentation on spirituality by Sr. Elaine Prevallet. The women who attended Lo-retto Academy in Santa Fe sang the school song written by Sr. PJ and many made reference to those dead and living associated with the Sisters of Loretto by calling out their names and all an-swering “Presente.”

Of the six Sisters of Loretto who started out in Kentucky in 1852, only four arrived in Santa Fe in September 1852, many followed to open the first permanent schools in New Mexico including the Loretto Academy in Santa Fe which opened in January of 1853 with 10 boarders and three day students. The school was located in a build-ing loaned to the Sisters of Loretto by Bishop Lamy surrounded by the beautiful Lamy Garden. Other schools opened in Las Vegas, Bernalillo, Socorro and other places. By 1900, there were six schools throughout the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. Today there are only four Sisters of Loretto in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe serving in various ministries.

Congratulations and best wishes to the Sisters of Loretto and the Loretto community and a great thank you for the past 160 years in New Mexico.

By Marina ocHoa, DirectorOffice of Historic-Artistic Patrimony and Archives

Sisters of Loretto who taught at the Loretto Academy in Santa Fe: Srs. Imelda Therese Marquez and Patricia Jean (PJ) Manion took up the gifts at the Offertory during the Mass. Mary Helen Sandoval, a co-member of the Loretto Community from Denver and on the Forum of the Loretto Community, helped carry the gifts.

WHEREAS, the Sisters of Loretto at the Foot of the Cross were founded by three women, Sisters Mary Rhodes, Ann Havern and Christina Stuart, with the help of their Catholic missionary pastor, Father Charles Nerinckx. They came together be-ginning a uniquely American community of faith and love to meet the needs of their times, taking as their special purpose the education of girls and young women of every faith and every economic means. They began the first religious order of women without foreign affiliation in the United Sates on April 25, 1812; and

WHEREAS, 40 years later, in 1852, six Sisters of Loretto set out to make the arduous trek from Kentucky to New Mexico by wagon train. Along the way they were beset by the cholera epidemic. One of the sisters died, and one returned to Ken-tucky to regain her health. The remaining four Sisters made it to Santa Fe, learning Spanish to better serve the people of the area, and opened the Loretto Academy of Our Lady of Light in 1853; and

WHEREAS, the Loretto Sisters founded and taught at several schools throughout New Mexico, including Santa Fe (1853), Taos (1863), Mora (1864), Albuquerque (1866), West Las Ve-gas (1869), Las Cruces (1870), Bernalillo (1875), Socorro (1879) and East Las Vegas (1912). The Loretto Sisters also lived and ministered in Tierra Amarilla, Milan, Grants, Questa, El Rito, Chama, Tome, Albuquerque, Jemez Springs and Zuni. During the 160 years that the Sisters of Loretto have been in New Mexico, they have contributed to the education, history and pioneer spirit of the “Land of Enchantment”; and

WHEREAS, today the Loretto Community, in-cluding both Sisters and Co-Members, women and men, persons moved by many faiths but one heart, are meeting the needs of our times, educat-ing themselves and others in the work of justice, acting for peace for the good of all;

NOW, THEREFORE, we would like to commend the Sisters of Loretto, thank them and honor them during their 200th year Jubilee of foundation and 160 years of service in New Mexico since coming to Santa Fe on September 26, 1852. We extend our good wishes to the Sisters and the entire Loretto Community as it enters into the third century of service for and with the global community.

NOW THEREFORE, be it proclaimed, by the Mayor David Coss and Council, of the City of Santa Fe, that Wednesday, September 26, 2012, shall be known as SISTERS OF LORETTO DAY

Sisters of Loretto160th Anniversary Celebrations in Santa Fe


God’s Word Invites Us To Encounter GodThis is the first column in a 14-part series.

By Cackie Upchurch, Director of Little Rock Scripture Study

Fifty years ago, on Oct. 11, 1962, Pope John XXIII opened the Second Vatican Council, saying in his remarks, “the whole of history and of life hinges on the person of Jesus Christ.” As we use this anniversary to mark the beginning of

a Year of Faith, called for by Pope Benedict XVI, we do so as part of a larger effort known as the new evangelization. This effort, our pope tells us, is not a formula but first and foremost a “profound experience of God.”

This, then, is a season for renewed conversion to the Lord. This is a time our Church is giving us to focus our efforts to reach out not just to those who do not know the Lord, but to those of us who have known him and grown weary or cold in responding in faith. We are being given an opportunity to warm our hearts in word and sacrament (Luke 24:26-32).

The bishops of the United States, in their document, “Disciples Called to Witness,” speak of a lifelong process of conversion and the need to cultivate “a culture of wit-ness” in which that can happen. A crucial pathway to experiencing God in a profound way is the Bible, and a host of witnesses can be found in its pages as well.

Throughout this Year of Faith, this monthly column will consider how the Bible can and must serve as a foundation for our own growing faith. Taking time to focus on events such as Moses at the burning bush and the Passover meal and Last Supper can guide us in how we commemorate our own encounters with God.

Giving attention to Abraham, Sarah, Mary and the woman at the well will help us consider the variety of faithful ways that we might respond to God’s call. Considering how God is pictured walking in the Garden of Eden or speaking through the prophets or listening to our honest prayers will remind us of the personal ways we experience God in the course of our lifetimes. And in countless ways, we will be reminded of the value of the community of faith in nurturing one another along the way.

There are many ways to celebrate this year, and many ways to educate ourselves throughout this time. Perhaps, however, there is no better way to cultivate a culture of witness than to revisit the sacred texts that serve as our foundation.

In his letter to the church in Rome, St. Paul the Evangelist reminds his listeners that all who call upon the Lord will be saved. He goes on to remind them of the duty of be-

lievers in this work of salvation: “But how can they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how can they believe in him of whom they have not heard? And how can they hear without someone to preach? And how can people preach unless they are sent? … Faith comes from what is heard, and what is heard comes through the word of Christ” (Romans 10:14-15, 17).

Our challenge in this year is to set aside time to read and pray with the words of Scripture. Join a Bible study group, spend time in daily personal Bible reading, use writings such as this to stir your imagination and deepen your commitment to grow in your relationship with God.

The late Bishop Charles Buswell, formerly of Pueblo, Colo., was present at Vatican II, and joined with a group of U.S. bishops in a study group preparing the document on Scripture. He said of the experience, “I came to an understanding of the beauty and of the power of God’s word that I had never had before. I began to see in the holy Scrip-ture the actual presence of the Lord. I began to realize that while pondering this word, the power of God and of his love would sink deep into my mind and heart to transform me into the kind of person my Christian vocation called me to be.”

In this Year of Faith, we too can rediscover the beauty and power of God’s transfor-mative word. Like Bishop Buswell, we can become witnesses once again to the God we encounter there.

Study Questions• What have you heard about the Year of Faith or the new evangelization? • In what ways has the Bible been an avenue of growth in faith for you? What could

you do to allow the Bible to become a richer source of a “profound experience of God?”

• When you consider how people you know give witness to their life in Christ, how does their witness encourage you?

• How might you carve out time for praying and reading the Bible during this Year of Faith?

Editor’s Note: We are grateful to Arkansas Catholic, newspaper of the Diocese of Little Rock, AR or granting us permission to publish their new 14-part column se-ries with study questions from Little Rock Scripture Study. Called “A Biblical Year of Faith,” the series explores the universal Year of Faith from a scriptural perspective.

Por Cackie Upchurch, Directora del Estudio Bíblico de Little Rock

Hace cincuenta años, el 11 de octubre de 1962, el papa Juan XXIII inauguró el Concilio Vaticano II diciendo, “toda la historia y la vida se centran en la persona de Jesucristo.” Al marcar este aniversario comenzando un año de la fe, convocado por el papa Benedicto XVI, lo hacemos como parte de un esfuerzo más amplio conocido como nueva evangelización. Este esfuerzo, nos dice el Papa, no es una fórmula, sino en primer lugar, una “profunda experiencia de Dios.”

Ésta es, por tanto, una estación para una conversión renovada hacia el Señor. Es un tiempo que nuestra iglesia nos da para enfocar nuestros esfuerzos en salir al en-cuentro no sólo de quienes no conocen al Señor, sino de quienes entre nosotros lo hemos conocido y luego nos hemos enfriado en nuestra respuesta de fe. Se nos da una oportunidad de reanimar el fuego en nuestros corazones en la Palabra y el Sac-ramento (ver Lucas 24,26-32).

Los obispos de los Estados Unidos, en su documento Discípulos Llamados a dar Testimonio, hablan de un proceso de conversión de toda la vida y de la necesidad de cultivar una “cultura del testimonio” en la que esto puede tener lugar. Un camino crucial para experimentar a Dios de modo profundo es la Biblia, y en sus páginas también se puede encontrar toda una nube de testigos.

A través de este Año de la Fe, esta columna mensual considerará cómo la Biblia puede y debe servir como fundamento de crecimiento de nuestra propia fe. El tomar el tiempo para centrarse en acontecimientos como el de Moisés ante la zarza ardi-ente, y la cena pascual, y la Última Cena nos puede guiar para conmemorar nuestros propios encuentros con Dios.

El prestar atención a Abraham, Sara, María y la mujer en el pozo, nos ayudará a considerar la diversidad de caminos de fe que pueden responder a la llamada de Dios. El mirar cómo se representa a Dios paseando por el jardín del Edén, o hablan-do con los profetas, o escuchando nuestras oraciones sinceras nos recordará los mo-dos personales en que experimentamos a Dios en el curso de nuestras vidas. Y, de maneras innumerables, se nos recordará el valor de la comunidad de fe en el nutrir-nos y apoyarnos mutuamente en el camino.

Hay muchos modos de celebrar este año y muchos modos de educarnos a través de este año. Sin embargo, quizá no haya mejor manera de cultivar una cultura de testimonio que el revisitar los textos sagrados que nos sirven de cimiento.

En su carta a la iglesia de Roma, Pablo el evangelista recuerda a su audiencia que todos los que invocan al Señor serán salvados. Pasa a recordarles el deber de los creyentes en la obra de salvación: “Pero, ¿cómo lo invocarán si no han creído en Él? ¿Cómo oirán si nadie anuncia? ¿Cómo anunciarán si nadie les envía? … la fe nace de la predicación y lo que se proclama es el mensaje de Cristo” (Rom 10,14-15, 17).

Nuestro desafío en este año es apartar tiempo para leer y orar con las palabras de la Escritura. Únase a un grupo de estudio bíblico, pase tiempo en lectura personal Por Cackie Upchurch, Directora del Estudio Bíblico de Little Rock

Hace cincuenta años, el 11 de octubre de 1962, el papa Juan XXIII inauguró el Concilio Vaticano II diciendo, “toda la historia y la vida se centran en la persona de Jesucristo.” Al marcar este aniversario comenzando un año de la fe, convocado por el papa Benedicto XVI, lo hacemos como parte de un esfuerzo más amplio cono-

Dios nos invita a encontrarnos con Dios continuamente Este es el primer artículo de una serie de catorce.

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It was a particular pleasure to meet with you and your brother Bishops from Region XIII in this Dicastery last May, and I found our discus-sion informative and fruitful.

It is evident from your Quinquen-nial Report that the local Church of Santa Fe faces significant chal-lenges to the proclamation of the Gospel of Christ in a culture which is increasingly secular, and where there are grave threats to religious liberty. Your Excellency will un-doubtedly recall the exhortation of His Holiness intended for you and your brother Bishops of the United States to see the present moment “as a summons to exercise the pro-phetic dimension of your episcopal ministry by speaking out, humbly yet insistently, in defense of moral truth and offering a word of hope” (Address to the Bishops from the United States of America on their “ad limina” Visit, 26 November 2011).

Moreover, since the city of Santa Fe is the seat of civil government for the State of New Mexico, the importance of having committed lay Catholics involved in politics takes on a special significance in your Archdiocese. The Holy Fa-ther has stated, “We see the need for an engaged, articulate and well-formed Catholic laity endowed with a strong critical sense vis-ά-vis the dominant culture and with

the courage to counter a reductive secularism which would delegiti-mize the Church’s participation in public debate about the issues which are determining the future of American society” (Address to the Bishops from the United States of America on their “ad limina” Visit, 19 January 2012). I congratulate Your Excellency on the successful political efforts to repeal the death penalty in the State of New Mex-ico.

Such challenges present an op-portunity to respond to Pope Bene-dict’s invitation “to recognize, in the light of a dramatically chang-ing social and religious landscape, the urgency and demands of a new evangelization” (Address to the Bishops from the United States of America on their “ad limina” Visit, 26 November 2011). It was encouraging to read about the ini-tiatives highlighted in your Quin-quennial eport about the recent Evangelization Conference, the Archdiocesan Assembly, the con-siderable increase of Catholic radio stations, the inauguration of a Chair of Catholic Studies at the Univer-sity of New Mexico and the invita-tion to non-practicing Catholics to return to the practice of the Faith. I also congratulate Your Excellency on the elevation of the Cathedral of Saint Francis of Assisi to a mi-nor Basilica and also for receiving the local Episcopalian Bishop into

full communion with the Catho-lic Church. All of these are indi-cations of the vitality of the local Church and of a promising founda-tion for the vigorous promotion of the new evangelization.

I appreciate very much the em-phasis Your Excellency places on promoting a culture of vocations with the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, and it was encouraging to read that the number of seminarians has in-creased notably since the last Quin-quennial Report. I also would like to echo the Holy Father’s emphasis on vocations to the religious life since “the urgent need in our own time for credible and attractive witnesses to the redemptive and transformative power of the Gos-pel makes it essential to recapture a sense of the sublime dignity and beauty of the consecrated life, to pray for religious vocations and to promote them actively” (Address to the Bishops from the United States of America on their “ad limina” Visit, 18 May 2012).

It was reported that the Hispan-ics are a strong and important part of the local Church and that their numbers continue to increase in the Archdiocese. As you know, these new immigrants bring with them great promise for the future of the Church, but they also present the pastoral and complex challenge of providing them spiritual care and charitable assistance, including

helping them to regularize their situation and keep their families to-gether. Our Holy Father has stated, “The Church in America is called to embrace, incorporate and culti-vate the rich patrimony of faith and culture present in America’s many immigrant groups…. The immense promise and the vibrant energies of a new generation of Catholics are waiting to be tapped for the renew-al of the Church’s life and the re-building of the fabric of American society” (Address to the Bishops from the United States of America on their “ad limina” Visit, 18 May 2012).

In sharing these brief reflections with you regarding your Quinquen-nial Report, I want to assure you of my prayers and encourage you in your episcopal ministry. The Holy Father also, with these same senti-ments, cordially imparts his Apos-tolic Blessing to Your Excellency, extending it also to the priests, dea-cons, consecrated men and women, and laity of the Archdiocese of Santa Fe.

With cordial regards and prayer-ful best wishes, I am

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Marc Cardinal Ouellet Prefect of the Congregation for Bishops

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CATHOLIC EDUCATION

Theodora ValdezHoly Cross Catholic SchoolSixth Grade

Mrs. Valdez has 44 years of teaching in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in El-ementary Education, Master of Arts Degree in Bilingual Education and an Ed. Specialist in Administration. Recog-nitions include Teacher of the Year Award in 2009, Catho-lic Award for Teachers in 2011, and Teacher of the Year Award 2012. Mrs. Valdez exemplifies educational princi-ples and Catholic Christian virtues both to our students and our teaching staff. She is very optimistic, volunteers often, and is a mentor to new teachers. Mrs. Valdez has a passion for teaching and for her Catholic faith. She truly brings Je-sus to everyone she meets in her words and actions.

Donna SaizOur Lady of the AssumptionComputer TechnologyGrades K-8

Ms. Saiz has six years of teaching experience in the Arch-diocese of Santa Fe. She holds a Doctoral Degree in Medi-cine and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Sci-ence. Donna is a pioneer who first upgraded the Computer Lab at Our Lady of the Assumption in 2006. Her teaching skills and devotion to the computer program helped to raise the parent satisfaction level to 98% from 27%. She is a hero who rescues us from our computer problems on a daily basis. Donna is a rare find in the educational department. Her ability to contribute to the school whenever the need arises demonstrates that she goes beyond the call of duty. Her teaching talents and professionalism ranks at a superior level for a Catholic educator.

Patricia WilsonOur Lady of Fatima SchoolMusic and Mid-school Religion

Ms. Wilson has 20 years of teaching experience 15 in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. She has a Master of Arts De-gree in Music. She was selected to present a musical peda-gogical paper in London, England. The original musical composition was selected for use in the Archdiocese cel-ebration of its Quarto-Centennial. Ms. Wilson has made a major impact on the school. Musical programming and concerts have become much more popular and appreci-ated. She finds ways to involve all students with a wide variety of instrumentation and choral participation both in concert and at church. An excellent role model, Ms. Wilson has managed to motivate our entire student body into active participation in the mass. She touches each of her students with knowledge, skills, love, and laughter. Everyone en-joys music.

Janine BurfordQueen of Heaven SchoolFifth Grade

Ms. Burford has seven years of teaching experience in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe at Queen of Heaven School. She has a Master of Arts Degree in Elementary Educa-tion. Recognitions include Outstanding Service to Queen of Heaven School in 2011 and Character Counts Nominee in 2009. Some of her extracurricular activities include Vice President/Secretary of the Liturgy Committee; Volleyball Coach; and Track Coach with 2 District Championships. Janine’s teaching abilities stem from her great faith in God and her gift of joy. She teaches her students to make good choices and to have faith. She brings enthusiasm and pro-fessionalism into the classroom while inspiring her students to do their best. Ms. Burford is a spiritual, humble, giving individual. She is an inspiration and a woman of God.

Elva ÁvilaSt. Pius X High SchoolEleventh Grade SacramentsNinth Grade Christology

Mrs. Ávila has 30 years of teaching experience 19 in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. She holds a Masters of Theologi-cal Studies and a Master of Arts in Religious Education. She is also a Master level Catechist for the Archdiocese. Ms. Ávila is a conscientious teacher who has dedicated her life to teaching children and provides them with the importance of knowing and understanding the teachings of the Catho-lic Church. She is an exceptional teacher who teaches Cath-olic curriculum with a sense of determination and convic-tion. Her classes are in an environment of prayer, fellowship and learning. Our students continue to know how much God loves them through what they learn in Ms. Ávila’s classes. She has a great love for God, witnessing her faith journey to students year after year.

Melanie ChavezSt. Mary’s School - Belen4th and 5th Grade Combination

Ms. Chavez has five years of teaching experience in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe at St. Mary’s School. Ms. Chavez holds a Master of Arts Degree in Education. Ms. Chavez be-lieves every student can excel with God’s guidance and love. She has enhanced students understanding of their Catholic faith through projects with the community such as writing contests for Catholic Daughters of America. Ms. Chavez is always the last teacher to leave at the end of the day. She is usually spending this time tutoring a student or working on an idea to engage students. She motivates students to do their best because she is constantly monitoring their progress and knows what the student can do and where they are on the learning curve. She is a positive asset and an integral part of St. Mary’s School.

Monica Sanchez GloverSt. Therese Catholic SchoolFourth Grade Teacher

Mrs. Glover has seven years teaching experience in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. She holds a Master of Arts De-gree in Art Education. She has obtained Basic Certification in Faith Formation. Monica is not only an outstanding ed-ucator, she is a spirit-filled and professional colleague. As co-chair of the Student Council, she has helped students to promote social justice within the community. She exempli-fies the model Catholic educator with her students, her fel-low teachers, and families. Her willingness to go above and beyond shows her dedication and understanding of human dignity. She has an understanding of child-development that well surpasses her years of teaching experience. She is extraordinarily organized and a committed educator and it shows in all that she does.

Eric VigilSt. Thomas Aquinas SchoolMid-School Science

Mr. Vigil has 15 years of teaching experience seven in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. He has a Bachelor of Science De-gree in Chemistry. He is a valued member of St. Thomas Aquinas faculty. His positive attitude and love for learning are reflective in the outstanding quality of the science pro-gram at St. Thomas School. His enthusiasm and genuine concern for the student’s education is exemplary. His flex-ibility in working with students, teachers and parents has earned him an enviable reputation as an excellent teacher who cares about his students. He advises the students in pre-paring their science projects, resulting with winners in the lo-cal and state levels. All of our students will leave St. Thomas with the science building blocks necessary for high school and further education.

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CATHOLIC EDUCATIONEileen LuceroSan Felipe de Neri SchoolThird Grade Teacher

Mrs. Lucero has 12 years of teaching experience six in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. She holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Special Education K-12. Recognitions include Senior Mentor for America Reads Pilot Pro-gram and establishment of six sites for at-risk children. Mrs. Lucero is a wonderful example of dedication to teaching and her students. She is passionate about her work and a person who is always upbeat. Mrs. Lucero realizes how deep the needs are in the lives of today’s students and families and how crucial it is to have a fo-cused, intentional ministry to them. It is her genuine love of education and teaching that has endeared her to both faculty and families. Mrs. Lucero radiates en-couragement, inner balance, contentment, and a joyful attitude to life.

Nancy RoybalSanto Niño Regional Catholic SchoolSecond Grade Teacher

Mrs. Roybal has 12 years of teaching experience in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Secondary Education and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education. Mrs. Roybal continues to set the bar high with her enthusiasm and professionalism for teaching. She believes that all chil-dren have the right to a quality education and welcomes students with a variety of learning challenges. She dis-plays qualities of responsibility, dependability, and sin-cerity when working with her students and colleagues. Her positive attitude, high expectations, and passion for teaching are evident by the progress her students make every year. She is committed to nurturing and devel-oping our young children here at Santo Nino Regional Catholic School.

Barbara MenicucciSt. Charles de Borromeo SchoolK-8 Computer Class / IT Specialist

Mrs. Menicucci has 25 years of teaching experience 21 in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. She holds a Mas-ter of Arts Degree in Counseling. Her Awards include Archdiocesan Catholic Teacher Award and two-time PNM Classroom Innovation Award recipient. Mrs. Me-nicucci’s teaching focus has always been on making the best use of technology and computers to advance learning. She is extremely successful in providing her students with challenging, creative classroom experi-ences. Her knowledge and expertise about technology and computers is extraordinary. Barbara is an invalu-able part of the St. Charles community. Her commit-ment to the school and our students make her an excep-tional teacher and co-worker.

Renee CarrilloOur Lady of the Annunciation SchoolPre-Kindergarten Teacher

Mrs. Carrillo has 23 years of teaching experience seven in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. She has a Bach-elor of Arts Degree in Elementary Education. She has a tremendous amount of experience with four and five year olds. She does an incredible job with the four year olds and the parents and students think she is the great-est. She gets parents involved in her classroom and at the end of the year many tears are shed as they are leav-ing her. She is extremely spiritual and you just sense that when you are around her. What makes Renee an extraordinary teacher is the fact that she has been doing this for such a long time and still comes to school very excited. She tells us that she knows God sent her here and she is thankful every day that He did. We are the thankful ones!

Andrea JamesSt. Mary’s School – AlbuquerqueFourth Grade Teacher

Mrs. James has 19 years of teaching experience in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. She holds a Bachelor of Sci-ence Degree in Elementary Education. Mrs. James was the Teacher of the Year Nominee in 2005 and Charac-ter Counts Teacher honoree in 1997. Mrs. James is an extraordinary educator. Her passion for teaching and learning is evident as you walk into her classroom. Her sense of humor and gentle nature allows her to reach all learners. She works tirelessly to ensure that her students succeed in their own individual ways. She models her faith in her kindness and willingness to do whatever it takes for all of her students. She has touched the lives of many. Mrs. James is one of those teachers that you don’t soon forget.

Mary Ann HollandHoly Ghost SchoolPre-Kindergarten Teacher

Ms. Holland has over 20 years of teaching experi-ence eight with the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. She holds a Master of Arts Degree in Education and a Master of Arts in Religious Education as well as Advanced Cer-tification in Faith Formation. Ms. Holland’s role as a teacher is not just a job for her it is a true calling and a vocation. Her passion for her work is evident in the deep love and commitment she shares with children and their families. She brings an attitude of joy and excite-ment to the classroom every day. Through her actions, her leadership among colleagues, her ability to listen and respond to others with compassion, and her under-standing of the needs of children and their families, Ms. Holland epitomizes the definition of an extraordinary Catholic educator.

Connie RogersHoly Child SchoolSixth-Eighth English GrammarSeventh & Eighth Literature

Mrs. Rogers has 40 years of teaching experience nine with the Archdiocese of Santa Fe. She holds a Bache-lor of Science Degree in Elementary Education. Connie has been an innovative member of Holy Child parish and school for 12 years. She is a dedicated employee who spends countless hours working to make sure that both the parish and school programs bring our young people to Christ. She works tirelessly to ensure that stu-dents know and aspire to live the Church’s teachings. Connie is an excellent English and Literature teacher. Her dedication to our children and the Lord is apparent every day. Connie’s commitment to the students and her vision make her an extraordinary educator.

Paul BacaSt. Michael’s High SchoolMath InstructorGeometry and Geometry Honors

Mr. Baca has 25 years of teaching experience 24 at St. Michael’s High School. He has a Bachelor of Busi-ness Administration Degree. Mr. Baca is the recipient of the 1999-2000 Brother Botulph Award for Dedication and Excellence in Education. Over the past 20 years, Paul has served the school community as disciplinarian, math teacher and coach. He is an outstanding profes-sional who works hard to make the Math Department a model of excellence. Paul is a teacher who embod-ies the spirit of Catholic Education in the tradition of the Lasallian Christian Brothers. He is an excellent role model and dedicated teacher at St. Michael’s whose character, concern for others and work ethic exempli-fies the Catholic and Lasallian principles.


CATHOLIC EDUCATION

Susan Peterson of St. Therese School in Albuquerque was recent-ly named Archdiocese of Santa Fe Teacher-of-the-Year for the K-2 divi-sion at the Annual Catholic Founda-tion award celebration.

Mrs. Peterson joined the Mercy Corps (a non-profit Catholic organi-zation in Pennsylvania) shortly af-ter graduating from college, and has worked for a number of Catholic or-ganizations in New Mexico and Ar-izona including: St. Mary’s Food Bank, St. Vincent de Paul, St. Joseph Mission School and St. Therese Cath-olic School. “I have been so blessed in my life,” she states. “I want to have the opportunity to give back!” Mrs. Peterson has been blessed with an amazing husband, five terrific chil-dren (three of whom have attended St. Therese), two wonderful daughter-in-laws, and most recently, a beautiful grandson.

Mrs. Peterson began teaching in 1999 at St. Joseph Mission School in San Fidel, NM where she taught 4th – 8th grades and directed their music program. She has been teaching at St. Therese since 2006, where she began as the music teacher and took over as

the 2nd grade teacher in 2007. She still loves to incorporate music into her classroom. “By learning a song or doing a play, the students will remem-ber what you’re studying. Years later, the concept is not lost,” she says.

Learning that continues with stu-dents has become the cornerstone of Mrs. Peterson’s teaching philosophy. She states, “I want to instill a lifelong love of learning, so the kids enjoy coming to school. I want to expose them to new ideas.” She also remains humble about her role as a teacher saying, “I want my students to under-stand that I don’t have all the answers. We are constantly learning new things – especially in science and religion. It’s so exciting when we make these discoveries together!”

Mrs. Peterson, who is teaching 3rd grade this year, credits much of her success to the environment at St. Therese School, where she says there are both a family mentality and a col-laborative environment between the members of the faculty. “Teachers work well together here,” she says, “and my experience here has been awesome. It’s a great place!”

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While St. Pius X students are re-quired to do community service, many students challenge themselves to go beyond the basic requirement and to seriously consider how much they can do for their communi-ty from animal shelters, to Special Olympics to hospitals. SPX junior Hailey Stock is a sparkling exam-ple of taking community service to heart and starting a program to help her parish, Our Lady of Assump-tion, with a Books and Beans pro-gram.

Hailey remembers when her eighth class at Our Lady of As-sumption School helped to give out food boxes for St. Vincent DePaul. “It stuck with me. There are people who don’t have enough food and money,” she says. “I realized I had never gone hungry a day in my life, and I started thinking of ways to help them out.”

One Sunday, her parish priest, Fr. Edward Domme, a 1967 Pius grad, delivered a homily that really spoke to her. Hailey recalls, “Fr. Domme said, ‘You don’t have to do a big thing to make a difference; every little thing counts.’ It spurred me to say yes; I need to get my idea go-ing.”

After writing a detailed propos-al and getting permission from Fr. Domme and other key church lead-ers, Hailey asked OLA parishioners to bring bags of dry beans and gently used books for this ongoing project. She reasoned that beans are a super food, high in protein, inexpensive and culturally significant, and that books help children to learn to read.

With the amazing generosity of the OLA parishioners, Hailey has collected over 1500 pounds of beans and 500 books since Mother’s Day this year. The beans are added to the

St. Vincent DePaul food boxes. Hai-ley, now the youngest member of the OLA St. Vincent De Paul Soci-ety, explains that St. Vincent has a budget and a certain amount is allot-ted for food. “When St. Vincent can spend less on food, we have more to give to people needing rent and util-ities. The beans help.”

Dr. Mary Graff, president of the OLA St. Vincent De Paul Soci-ety says, “Hailey is a very mature young woman and extremely em-phatic to people in need. She is a hard worker who helps out with ev-erything from stocking shelves to handing out food boxes,”

Hailey’s mother, Melissa says, “Keeping up with this takes a lot of her time, but she loves it. This fall, the students at OLA are participat-ing in the giving by bringing books and beans on the first Friday school Mass. What a blessing and inspi-ration St. Pius community service hours have been.”

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In photo, SPX junior, Hailey Stock serves the community with her new Books and Beans program at OLA.


As deacons, we are called to serve our bishops, our pastors, and the people of God in our ministry. It requires much from us and it can only be done by the grace of God and the strength we get from the Holy Spirit. Each year we gather as a community with our wives to rest and refresh ourselves in the spirit to rekindle our passion, our ministry, and our love of God and others.

This year, our speaker was Fr. Bob Campbell, a Norbertine priest. He shared with us three aspects of spirituality: The first aspect was to better understand what spirituality is; second was the importance of having a spiritual director; and the final aspect was the role spiritual-ity plays in our lives. For deacons to be able to serve the people of God, we must take time for ourselves and grow in our spiritual lives so we can better minister.

We have been told how important it is to take time to rest. Our body needs time to regenerate itself and the only way it can is to rest. Our minds can also become over-loaded, and then we are unable to function well. The only way to help that is to take time to empty or clear our minds by resting and relaxing. Just as important is our spiritual life. We must withdraw from our ordinary activities and take time to commune with God in prayer and reflection for our spiritual-ity to grow. When we rest in the spirit it helps us to focus our lives and strengthen us.

This year’s retreat was held the last weekend in September in Al-buquerque at the Marriott Hotel. We had over 310 deacons and wives in attendance at our most successful retreat to date. Archbishop Mi-chael J. Sheehan celebrated Mass for us and presented plaques to over 36 deacons for years of service starting at 15 years. We also recognized Deacon Donald Bruckner, Deacon Alex Trujillo and Dea-con Earl Meyrick who were ordained in 1972, for 40 years of ser-vice. The archbishop shared his great love and appreciation for the deacons and their ministry. Also he thanked the wives of the deacons for their continued support of their husbands.

Based on the surveys returned by the deacons and wives, this re-treat was by far the best “spiritual retreat” thanks to the inspirational guidance of Fr. Bob, the Santa Fe Deanery who hosted the retreat this year, and all those who helped make this rejuvenating experience possible.

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Fourth Norbertine Abbey in the United States is Founded

Archbishop Michael Sheehan of the Archdio-cese of Santa Fe blessed Rt. Rev. Joel P. Garner, O.Praem. as the first abbot of the Norbertine Abbey of Santa Maria de la Vid (Our Lady of the Vine) on Friday, November 9, 2012 at a Eucharist at Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary Church, a large mul-ticultural parish in Albuquerque of which Abbot Garner is pastor. Fifty diocesan and religious order priests concelebrated, including Norbertines from around the country. The Abbot General of the Nor-bertine Order, Thomas Handgrätinger of Rome, and

three Norbertine abbots were also present for this historic event.

In early August, the Norbertine General Chap-ter, an international gathering of Norbertine leaders which meets every six years, voted that Santa Maria de la Vid Priory should be raised to the status of an abbey. Santa Maria de la Vid is the fourth Norber-tine Abbey in the United States. The others are in Pennsylvania, California and Wisconsin.

Abbot Garner, who was missioned to New Mexico in 1985 as a founding member of the New Mexico Norbertines, is a native of Milwaukee, WI. Prior to his ministry in New Mexico, Abbot Joel lived and served as director of seminary formation at St. Nor-

bert Abbey in De Pere, WI, where he helped found the Norbertine Spirituality Center. The abbot is an alumnus and former teacher at St. Norbert College where he also served as director of campus ministry and pastor of the campus parish. He received his master’s degree in theology from Marquette Uni-versity and his doctorate from Columbia University and Union Theological Seminary in New York City.

The Norbertine Community of New Mexico is comprised of 13 priests, brothers and seminarians, as well as local oblates and associates. The Norber-tines in New Mexico serve in parishes, hospitals, retreat ministry and spiritual direction, and ecumen-ical efforts. www.norbertinecommunity.org

By Meg asHcroft, o.PraeM.oBl., DirectorNorbertine Hermitage Retreat and Library


VATICAN CITY (CNS) -- Ignorance of the faith puts Christians at risk of following a “do-it-yourself” religion, Pope Benedict XVI said. People need to become more familiar with the creed because it is there that the “Christian moral life is planted and ... one finds its foundation and justification,” the pope said Oct. 17 at his weekly gen-eral audience. Before an estimated 20,000 people gathered in St. Peter’s Square, the pope began a new series of audience talks to accompany the Year

of Faith, which marks the 50th anni-versary of the opening of the Second Vatican Council. He said he hopes the series of instructional talks, which is expected to run until Nov. 24, 2013, will help people “strengthen or redis-cover the joy of faith and realize that it isn’t something foreign to or sepa-rate from everyday life, but is its soul.” Pope Benedict said the widespread and dominant nature of today’s secularism, individualism and relativism means that even Christians are not completely

“immune from these dangers.” Some of the negative effects include faith be-ing lived “passively or in private, a re-fusal to learn about the faith, and the rift between faith and life,” he said. “Often Christians don’t even know the central core of their own Catholic faith -- the creed -- thereby leaving room for a certain syncretism and religious rela-tivism,” he said. Without a clear idea of the faith’s fundamental truths and the uniquely salvific nature of Chris-tianity, “the risk of constructing a so-

called ‘do-it-yourself’ religion is not remote today.”

THE NICENE CREEDPeople need to become more

familiar with the creed because it is there that the “Christian mor-al life is planted and ... one finds its foundation and justification,” Pope Benedict XVI said. (CNS graphic/Emily Lockley)

Ignorance of Faith Risks Creating Cafeteria Catholics, Pope Says

Holy God, We thank you for the gracious gift of our Catholic Faith. With the apostles before us, We ask that You open our hearts to the power of your Word and increase our Catholic faith that we may be bold followers and joyful witnesses to the message and mission of Your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen

Let’s Rock & Roll!

Presented byFriends of the

Cathedral Basilica ofSt. Francis of Assisi

Featuring Gary and the Wombats friday, november 9, 2012Bishop’s lodge resort

6:30 p.m.

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Seated Dinner, Entertainment, Dancing

Tickets: $125.00 per personProceeds will help the Cathedral

support ourSanta Nino Catholic School

Presenting the 11th Annual

St. Francis of Assisi Award Recipients

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Eladio & Josefa Loera from Our Lady of Guadalupe, Clovis

Presented by Fr. Sotero A. Sena, Pastor

Gilbert S. Sanchez from St. Anne, AlbuquerquePresented by Fr. Irby Nichols, Pastor

Marisol Aragon from Our Lady of Sorrows, BernalilloPresented by Deacon Jose Cervantes

Sophie Archibeque from San Diego Mission Parish, Jemez Pueblo

Presented by Fr. Paul Juniet OFM, Pastor

Marianne Baca from Our Lady of the Assumption, Alb.Presented by Fr. Michelangelo Cimino,

Parochial Vicar

Kathy Brown from La Santisima Trinidad, Arroyo Seco

Presented by Deacon Romolo Arellano

Rey Gaytan from St. Joseph, SpringerPresented by Fr. Emmanuel Izuka, Pastor

Jim & Alice Baca from Immaculate Conception, Cimarron

Presented by Fr. Emmanuel Izuka, Pastor

Manuel & Yolanda Carrillo from Immaculate Conception, Las Vegas

Presented by Deacon Ernest Chavez

Maria “Tes” Charlton from Risen Savior Catholic Community, Albuquerque

Presented by Fr. Timothy A. Martinez, Pastor

Adam Cordova from San Jose, Anton ChicoPresented by Lugie Romo, Parish Life Coordinator

Leroy & Beth Chavez from St. Joseph on the Rio Grande, Albuquerque

Presented by Msgr. Lambert Joseph Luna, Pastor

Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan welcomed parishes throughout the archdiocese to the 11th Annual Archbishop’s St. Francis Awards Celebration held at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi in Santa Fe, NM on October 4, 2012.

The Archbishop’s St. Francis of Assisi Award recognizes

persons, especially the laity, who are role models in their service and love for our Catholic Church.

Each parish is given the opportunity to submit either an individual or a married couple to receive the award and it is the pastor who decides who is worthy to receive the award.

hese award recipients are vital to the life of their parish and their service to the church is pleasing to God. The award recipients represent a wide range of backgrounds; however, they are all united by their love for Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, and our rich

Catholic faith. May God bless each recipient and their loved ones in a special way with many graces!

Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan

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Juan & Barbara Chavez from St. Anthony of Padua, Fort Sumner

Presented by Fr. Paul Nkumbi, Pastor

Alice Martinez from St. Mary’s, VaughnPresented by Fr. Paul Nkumbi, Pastor

Hendrik & Maria Roberta De Bruijn from St.Jude Thaddeus, Albuquerque

Presented by Deacon Robert Aragon

Rena Dragoo from Immacualte Conception, Albuquerque

Presented by Fr. Rafael Garcia SJ, Pastor

Gilbert & Guadalupe Duncan from Our Lady of Guadalupe, Peralta

Presented by Fr. Hoi Tran, Pastor

Jim Forcier-Call from Our Lady of the Assumption, Jemez Springs, Presented by Fr. Gregory McCormick

sP, Administrator

Leon & Marie Fuemmeler from Our Lady of Guadalupe, Albuquerque

Presented by Fr. Joe D. Vigil, Pastor

Michael Gaillour from Aquinas Newman Center, Albuquerque

Presented by Fr. Daniel C. Davis OP, Pastor

Roy & Nancy Gandarilla from San Isidro-San Jose, Santa Fe

Presented by Fr. Franklin Pretto-Ferro, Pastor

Nancy Gonzales from Holy Family, AlbuquerquePresented by Fr. Gerald Steinmetz OFM, Pastor

Ernest & Fabiola Gonzales from St. John the Baptist, Santa Fe

Presented by Fr. Nathan Libaire, Pastor

Mary Griego from San Miguel del Vado, RiberaPresented by Deacon Juan Martinez

Paul & Helen Griego from Our Lady of Sorrows, La Joya

Presented by Fr. Dennis Dolter SOLT, Pastor

Rose Guldy from San Ignacio, AlbuquerquePresented by Sr. Iliana Valdes OP, Parish

Representative

Victoria “Vicki” Gurule from St. Anne, Santa FePresented by Fr. Leo W. Ortiz, Pastor

On Petrita Gutierrez’s behalf, Deacon Leroy Sanchez accepted the award.

St. Francis Xavier, Albuquerque

Peggy Gutjahr from Immaculate Conception, TomePresented by Fr. Jose A. Hernandez, Pastor

Louis & Deana Hernandez from St. Charles Borromeo, Albuquerque

Presented by Fr. Jerome Mueller, Pastor

Lenore Kozlowski from Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Albuquerque

Presented by Deacon Michael Illerbrun

Lino & Barbara Herrera from San Juan Bautista, Ohkay Owingeh Pueblo

Presented by Fr. Larry Brito, Pastor

Fred & JoAnn Hudson from Prince of Peace, Albuquerque

Presented by Fr. Michael J. Shea, Pastor

Jeff & Christie Janke from Immaculate Heart of Mary, Los Alamos

Presented by Fr. John F. Carney, Pastor

Rosalinda Lopez from St. Therese - Shrine of the Little Flower, Albuquerque

Presented by Fr. Vincent P. Chavez, Pastor

Mary Ann Lopez from Our Lady of Fatima, Albuquerque

Presented by Msgr. Francis X. Eggert, Pastor

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Becky Lopez from St. Helen’s, PortalesPresented by by Fr. William E. Young Jr.

Max & Janette Madrid from Queen of Heaven, Albuquerque

Presented by Fr. William E. Young Jr., Pastor

Teresa Martin from Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary, Albuquerque

Presented by Abbott Joel P. Garner O.Praem, Pastor

David & Sheila Martinez from Church of the Incarnation, Rio Rancho

Presented by Fr. Rick Zerwas, Pastor

Richard & Loretta Martinez from Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Santa Fe

Presented by Fr. Tien-Tri Nguyen, Pastor

Ruben & Carla Martinez from Our Lady of Belen, Belen

Presented by Fr. Scott McKee, Parochial Vicar

Angel Martinez from Our Lady of Guadalupe, TaosPresented by Fr. Clement Niggel, Pastor

Jeff & Rita McCarthy from Cristo Rey, Santa FePresented by Deacon Thomas Van Valkenburgh,

Parish Life Coordinator

Michael Montano from St. Joseph, CerrillosPresented by Fr. Francis A. Malley, Pastor

Triny & Florence Moya from Shrine of St. Bernadette, Albuquerque

Presented by Fr. Leo Padget, Pastor

Paul Muller from Sacred Heart, AlbuquerquePresented by Fr. Clarence Maes, Pastor

Alfredo & Diane Naranjo-Santistevan from Sacred Heart, Espanola

Presented by Fr. Vitus Ezeriuaku, Pastor

Adonio Pacheco from San Francisco de Asis, Ranchos de Taos

Presented by Fr. Clement Niggel

Jeanne Pagett from St. Patrick-St. Joseph, RatonPresented by Fr. John Trambley, Pastor

Anthony Quinones from St. Thomas Aquinas, Rio Rancho

Presented by Fr. Anthony Akabogu, Parochial Vicar

Rafael & Martha Radillo from San Jose, AlbuquerquePresented by Deacon Gregory Henderson

David & Margaret Rael from St. Gerturde the Great, Mora

Presented by Fr. James Sanchez SOLT, Pastor

Malaquias & Danette Rael Jr from St. Anthony, Questa

Presented by Fr. Andrew Ifele, Pastor

Benjamin & Susy Rogers from Santuario de San Martin de Porres, Albuquerque

Presented by Msgr. Richard Olona, Pastor

Brett Rizzi from San Ysidro, CorralesPresented by Fr. Michael DePalma, Pastor

Lenora Romero from St. Alice, MountainairPresented by Fr. Fernanado Saenz, Pastor

Mike & Mary Romero from St. Rose of Lima, Santa Rosa

Presented by Fr. Thomas Kayammakal, Pastor

Ophelia Romero from Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe Del Valle de Pojoaque, Pojoaque

Presented by Msgr. Jerome Martinez y Alire, Pastor

Anthony & Luana Salazar from Holy Ghost, Albuquerque

Presented by Fr. Mark A. Schultz, Pastor

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Also receiving the Award this Year but not present this evening:Antonio & Caroline Chavez from Santa Clara in Wagon Mound & Angela Safranek from St. Francis Xavier, Clayton

Photos by Paul Herrera

Velma Joy Saiz from Church of the Ascension, Albuquerque

Presented by Deacon Leon Jones

Enrique & Denise Tellez from Our Lady of the Annunciation, Albuquerque

Presented by Msgr. Bennett J. Voorhies, Pastor

Van Sanders from San Clemente, Los LunasPresented by Fr. James E. Marshall, Pastor

Patricia E. Thaxton from Santa Maria de La Paz, Santa Fe

Presented by Fr. Daniel M. Balizan, Pastor

Arthur Tixier from St. Anne, TucumcariPresented by Fr. Hyginus Chuks Anuta, Pastor

Rita Torres-Salazar from San Miguel, SocorroPresented by Fr. Andrew J. Pavlak, Pastor

Joe & Rose Trujillo from Our Lady of Sorrows, Las Vegas

Presented by Fr. Douglas J. Mitchell, Pastor

Kathryn Trask from John XXIII Catholic Community, Albuquerque

Presented by Fr.Arkad Biczak, Pastor

Felix & Josie Valencia from St. Anthony of Padua, Pecos

Presented by Fr. Vincent Dominguez, Pastor

Emily Vigil from St. Thomas the Apostle, AbiquiuPresented by Fr. Joseph A. Vigil, Pastor

Rudy & Eva Villanueva from Our Lady of Guadalupe, Villanueva - Presented by Sr. Elena Carney OLVM,

Parish Life Coordinator

Angie Kollasch from Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi, Santa Fe

Presented by Fr. Adam Lee Ortega y Ortiz, Rector

Annette Vigil Hayden from Holy Family, ChimayoPresented by Fr. Julio Gonzalez SF, Pastor

Mary Wylie from San Felipe de Neri, AlbuquerquePresented by Fr. Thomas Noesen, OP

Ernest Jaramillo from St. Augustine, Isleta PuebloPresented by Fr. George Pavamkott, O.Praem, Pastor

Mike & Cindy Valdo from Immaculate Conception, Albuquerque

Presented by Fr. George Pavamkott, O.Praem

St. Francis of Assisi AwardBy Bernadette Lucero, AssistantOfficeofHistoric-ArtisticPatrimonyandArchives

Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan, eleventh Archbishop of Santa Fe, began the St. Francis of Assisi Awards in October 2002. The first St. Francis of Assisi Award Mass was held on the feast of St. Francis of Assisi on Friday, October 4, 2002 at the Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi in Santa Fe. Recipients were presented to Archbishop Sheehan by their parish priests and they each received a St. Francis

medallion. The St. Francis Award medallions resemble the centennial medallions that were crafted by Geri Jimenez Gould. On the obverse the medallion depicts an image of St. Francis of Assisi with a bird, and the reverse depicts an image of the St. Francis Cathedral. During the centennial celebrations of the St. Francis Cathedral in 1986, sculptor Geri Jimenez Gould, of Gould Studios in California, was commissioned to design a centennial medal commemorating the 1886 blessing of the Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi.

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In canons 1717 through 1731 in The 1983 Code of Canon Law is defined the process for determining if someone has done wrong and the punishments that may be incurred as a result. There are three parts: 1) the preliminary investi-gation; 2) the course of the process; and, 3) the action for damages.

A penal process begins when a credible of-fense is reported to the Ordinary who must be careful to ensure the good names of the parties are never questioned, and the person who per-forms the investigation may never serve as a judge should a juridical process be needed (can-on 1717). Once the initial investigation is com-plete the ordinary must decide whether or not a process or penalty may be initiated, whether or not this would be best, or whether or not the process needs to be formal trial (canon 1718). If the ordinary commences a process he must re-voke any decrees already issued, and, he should consult at least two judges or legal experts (can-on 1718). If other processes could be employed to avoid a useless trial, then the ordinary is to consider this (canon 1718); and, the informa-tion should not be made public if at all possible (canon 1719).

If the ordinary determines a penal trial is to occur he must notify the accused by decree, ac-curately weigh the proofs, and summarize in reason and fact the offense if certain proof is re-ceived and the time for the criminal action has not elapsed (canon 1720). The Promoter of Jus-tice (prosecutor) is to be given the proofs who presents the information to the judge (canon 1721). If the accused is a cleric, the ordinary may prohibit him from functioning in public ministry (canon 1722). The accused is to be of-fered the services of an advocate, or the judge is to appoint one if he refuses (canon 1723).

If there is reason to renounce the offense once the process is started the Promoter of Justice may do so at any time and must be accepted by the accused person (canon 1724). The ac-cused individual always has the right to speak last (canon 1725). If the evidence indicates the accused is innocent then he is to be exonerated and the case vacated (canon 1726); and, the ac-cused may appeal the decision, or the Promoter of Justice may appeal it (canon 1727). Proper procedural process is to be employed, and the accused person does not have to admit to the of-fense (canon 1728).

The person harmed by the action may bring a contentious action for the damages unless this individual did not do so in the first instance of the penal trial, and if an appeal is initiated the proper process is to followed (canon 1729); and, damages do not need to be awarded prior to the completion of the penal trial (canon 1730). Once a case is adjudged, the person who suf-fered harm does not have a right created by this action (canon 1731).

The Penal ProcessBy reV. KeVin nieHoff, o.P., J.c.l., Adjutant Judicial Vicar

There are special times during the year when most of us at least make an extra effort to express our grati-tude and appreciation for the people in our lives and the gifts we have been given — Mother’s and Father’s Day, birthdays, Valentine’s Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Now there is even designated days to cel-ebrate grandparents, bosses, secretaries, and so on. For the most part these days are marketing tools to get us to spend our money. On the other hand, they do serve as reminders to us of how important it is to thank others and show our appreciation for them.

As Christians we know that that everything we are and have has been given to us by God, including our relationships. One way to express our love is through our gestures of gratitude, not just with cards or gifts on special days, but always.

Gratitude is something we learn. Many parents try to teach their children to be thankful. One often hears a mother or father say to a small child after he or she receives something, “What do you say?” I was also taught to write thank-you notes when I received a gift or was invited to a dinner, etc. Now people send e-mails or virtual cards. Many don’t even bother. If you have gone to a wedding lately you might know what I mean.

In our world it is so easy to get wrapped up in our much too busy lives that we often forget or neglect to perform even simple acts of courtesy. We fail to ex-press our appreciation for acts of kindness we receive. Many times we don’t even think about it. Even worse, some of us may consider some good deeds done as things others are supposed to do. I have heard people say they don’t feel obliged to thank people in the ser-vice industries because “that is what they get paid for.” Some children have a similar attitude about their par-

ents. They don’t think about thanking them for what they do because they feel that is their duty. That is what parents are supposed to do. Often, when they become adults and parents, they realize all their parents did for them. Then there are those people, as my father used to say, who think the world owes them a living! We can take a lot of things and people for granted, includ-ing God.

As in all relationships, gratitude is also important in our relationship with God. When it comes right down to it, all we are and have comes from our gracious God. A good habit to develop in our evening prayer or some other time of the day is to reflect on the past 24 hours and give God thanks for the many blessings, great or small, we have received. Even the fact that we had an-other day of life is something to thank our creator for.

I have written many times about my admiration of the people of Uganda, East Africa, before, but it is worth doing it again. The people in that country have beautiful custom of giving thanks for everything in their lives. Their word they use is webali. Any time a person goes to someone’s home, the host thanks that person for visiting. Or if someone has a conversation with another, that person would thank him or her for speaking. They express gratitude for every human ac-tion no matter how big or small. It is an important part of their culture. I have now experience of this since I am living with our Ugandan novices. They appreciate everything they have and receive.

The Ugandans have a lesson to teach us. There is no doubt that our world would be a better place if we reg-ularly expressed our genuine appreciation for life and for all that we receive from God and one another.

St. Paul says it simply in Colossians, “…Always be thankful” (Col. 3:15). And I would add, and don’t for-get to express it.

Being GratefulBy sr. Margie laVonis, csc

The Ecumenical Commission of the Archdiocese of Santa Fe is dedicated to enabling Catholics through-out the Archdiocese of Santa Fe to respond faithful-ly to Christ’s call for unity. The following represents the third in an ongoing series of articles on frequently asked questions related to ecumenism.

Why is spiritual ecumenism the soul of ecumenism?

Spiritual ecumenism is the wellspring of the unity Christ has called us to seek. It refers to the change of heart required for unity to be realized. The Church tells us that “there can be no ecumenism without a change of heart” (UR, no. 7). This change of heart, prompted and expressed through public and pri-vate prayer for Christian unity, is, according to the Church’s Decree on Ecumenism, “the soul of the

whole ecumenical movement” (UR, no. 8).Simply put, spiritual ecumenism involves private

and communal prayer and reflection that leads to true repentance for the harm Christians have done to one another and to the humility and generosity of heart needed to seek and receive forgiveness from one an-other. The public and private prayer can and should be of two kinds: prayer done by Catholics among themselves, and that done by Catholics and other Christians together, excluding the sharing of the Holy Eucharist.

Many ask why Holy Communion cannot be shared among persons who do not profess the Catholic faith. This column will address this question in a later edi-tion. ---from The Archdiocesan Handbook on Ecu-menical and Inter-religious Affairs, 10.

Ecumenism 101

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O Gracious God, we give You thanks for Your overflowing generosity to us. Thank You for the blessings of the food we eat and especially for this feast today. Thank You for our home and family and friends, especially for the presence of those gathered here. Thank You for our health, our work and our play. Please send help to those who are hungry, alone, sick and suffering war and violence. Open our hearts to Your love. We ask Your blessing through Christ Your son. Amen. N o v e m b e r 2 2 , 2 0 1 2


Over five years ago a small seed was planted. Archbish-op Michael J. Sheehan was ap-proached with the idea of es-tablishing a Chair of Roman Catholic Studies at the Univer-sity of New Mexico. Since New Mexico has no resident Catholic college or university, it seemed like an excellent idea. In addi-tion, there was a precedent of state universities establishing an endowed Roman Catholic Chair in the eastern US, but none in the Southwest.

After much research, consulta-tion, and partnering with UNM, and with the financial gifts of very generous Catholic donors who believe in the mission of Catholic education on a secular university campus, the Chair of Roman Catholic Studies at the University of New Mexico was established.

An academic search commit-tee was formed and after review-ing over 60 applications from qualified candidates, they recom-mended Dr. Kathleen Holscher to be hired by UNM. Thank-fully, she accepted and moved to Albuquerque with her family this summer.

Dr. Holscher holds a PhD in Religion from Princeton Univer-sity. Since 2008, she had been an Associate Professor in the De-

partment of Theology and Reli-gious Studies at Villanova Uni-versity. She has taught courses such as “Catholicism in the US”, “Catholics and American Free-dom”, and “Latino Religion in the US”.

Dr. Holscher’s dissertation re-search was done right here in New Mexico from which her new book finds its roots, Reli-gious Lessons: Catholic Sisters, Public Education and the Law in Mid-Century New Mexico. She has also published many articles in professional journals, spoken at numerous professional con-ferences and is a member of the American Catholic Historical Association and the American Academy of Religion.

In her first semester of teach-ing at the University of New Mexico, Dr. Holscher is offer-ing courses in “Catholicism in America” and “Religions in the American West”. With her ar-rival, UNM undergraduate stu-dents now have the choice of tak-ing Dr. Holsher’s interesting and challenging courses in religious studies and Catholicism as elec-tives toward their degree.

We are thrilled to have the first occupant of the Roman Catho-lic Chair of Catholic Studies at the University of New Mexico among us. We are truly grateful to the Catholic donors who have made this endowed chair come to reality. Welcome, Dr. Holscher!

Welcome, Dr. Kathleen A. Holscher, UNM Chair of Roman Catholic Studies

By Dr. Dolly soKolExecutive Director of Development

In September, the second Knights of Columbus Ultrasound Machine was blessed at the Santa Fe Care Net Preg-nancy Center. The center is making the machine available for use by expectant mothers from all of northern New Mex-ico.

The first grants through the Supreme Council’s Ultrasound Initiative were is-sued on January 22, 2009. Since that time a total of 248 grants worth over $3.7 million have been issued by the Su-preme Council office from the Culture of Life Fund. These funds match an equal amount raised by state and local coun-cils for a total of over $7.4 million. The

first grant in New Mexico was issued to a pregnancy resource center in Las Cruces.

State Secretary Richard Espinosa ex-pressed a thank you to all of the councils and brother Knights throughout the State of New Mexico that made donations to this important lifesaving cause. Ms. Ro-berta Cheek, the Executive Director of the center, reported the machine has already been used five times. She also expressed her heartfelt thanks on behalf of the cen-ter’s volunteer staff to the Knights of Co-lumbus for their support of the work of the center and this wonderful state-of-the-art Ultrasound Machine. This afternoon event was followed by a Mass dedicated to the unborn at the Santa Fe Cathedral Basilica of St. Francis of Assisi with Very Rev. Adam Ortega y Ortiz presiding.

Second Ultrasound Machine for New Mexico

By terry DaVenPortAdministrative Assistant to the State Council

Blessing the new Ultrasound Machine. (Pictures from left to right) Immediate Past State Deputy Mel Apodaca, Fr. Earl Rohleder and State Secretary Richard Espinosa. Photo by Terry Davenport


This year’s historical, two day Fiesta of Our Lady of Guadalupe at St. Francis Xavier Parish (820 Broadway Blvd SE, Albu-querque) will begin on Saturday, December 8, with a special Mass at 5:30 p.m. which will be followed by an inspiring procession through the neighborhood as numerous handmade altars are blessed by clergy.

On Sunday, December 9, a second, special Mass will be celebrated at the church at 10:30 a.m., followed by another large pro-cession that will include a second blessing of the altars, Matachine dancers, and mariachis. Hundreds of individuals are expect-ed to attend this free, public event that hon-ors Our Lady of Gua-dalupe and everyone is welcome. For more information, please contact the church at 505.243.5201 or event organizer, Carlos Gon-zales, at 505.459.4213. John A. Menicucci, CPM

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• Imagine young people who hear statistics on hunger and can see the faces of our brothers and sisters in need.

• Imagine young people seeing the responsibility to end hunger in this generation as their responsibil-ity as Catholics.

• Imagine one child saved from dying of hunger because of the ef-forts of the youth in your commu-nity.

• Imagine young people under-standing the causes of hunger and emailing Congress to protect the most poor.

• Imagine youth mobilizing your whole parish to address hunger in your local community.

Engaging the potential of young people to make a difference in hun-ger is exciting! These are possible outcomes of youth participating in CRS’ 24 Hour Food Fast, a hunger awareness retreat for youth ages 13-18 that connects global hunger and poverty issues with the tradition of fasting through the lens of Catholic social teaching; this year, especially solidarity.

Physical hunger is real. Spiritual hunger is also present in young peo-ple. CRS Food Fast brings these two hungers together. Youth find satis-faction in helping to feed the hun-gry of the world; the hungry in turn are filled with food and are more

able to realize their God-given po-tential. Through Food Fast, young Catholics build awareness, under-standing, solidarity and action.

The 24 Hour Food Fast takes a truly Catholic approach to hunger. The fasting and prayer experienc-es blend contemporary and tradi-tional practices. Participants pray with scripture, with the voices of our brothers and sisters all over the world, with contemporary Catho-lic music, and through traditional prayer forms like the rosary. Catho-lic values of the dignity of the hu-man person and the preferential op-tion for the poor make CRS’ Food Fast a uniquely Catholic experi-ence.

Using examples of CRS’ water and microfinance programs, youth learn how communities can go from facing severe hunger to becoming food secure—having regular and reliable access to food. Through simulations and visits to service projects, young people walk in the shoes of our brothers and sisters around the world.

Imagine thousands of young Catholics joining together for one weekend to take a stand against global poverty and hunger! Youth around the country are joining to-gether to hold a Food Fast on No-vember 16-17, 2012, February 22-23, 2013 or on another weekend that works for your parish! Order your free materials today (English or Spanish). See http://www.food-fast.org/ for more info.

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By anne aVellone, DirectorOffice of Social Justice and Respect Life

The Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD), founded in 1970, is the domestic anti-poverty program of the U.S. Con-ference of Catholic Bish-ops (USCCB). CCHD’s mission addresses the root causes of poverty in Amer-ica through the promotion and support of low-income, self-help com-munity organizations. CCHD’s strategy is to empower low income people through their active participation and self-determi-nation. CCHD’s focus is on the pursuit of justice, addressing the causes of poverty, pursuing “the institutional path . . . of char-ity” (Benedict XVI, Caritas in Veritate, 7).

A special collection for CCHD is taken in Catholic parishes throughout the coun-try on the Saturday before Thanksgiving. That collection is used for grants to organi-zations throughout the country that support and empower low income people. In ad-dition to the collection and a local and na-tional grant process, CCHD also has a goal of educating Catholics about the staggering reality of poverty in the United States, and how our faith calls us to act!

In the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, CCHD’s work is carried out under the direction of the Archbishop Michael J. Sheehan through the Director for the Office of Social Justice and Respect Life, who assembles and di-rects a local committee. The local commit-tee carefully interviews and evaluates all grant applicants to insure that their proj-ects conform to Catholic moral and so-cial teaching. In addition, the CCHD Na-tional Grants Specialist for our area, Kate Dorsett, visits funded groups, and meets with the archbishop and local committee members.

There continues to be mis-information on the internet and among parishioners about CCHD. We need your help to counter this, and to learn the good work that CCHD is doing in our archdiocese.

CCHD never funds anything that is con-trary to Catholic moral teaching. It does not fund groups that support abortion, same sex marriage or anything against Catho-lic teaching. If there is a question about a group, that question is thoroughly looked into, and the group is de-funded when their organizational activities are found to be in violation of Catholic teaching.

CCHD at the USCCB level underwent an extensive review and renewal process. The CCHD Review and Renewal

• reaffirms CCHD’s Catho-lic foundations and priority for the poor,

• responds to concerns about some of CCHD’s funding pol-icies, and

• makes “10 Commitments” to strengthen CCHD as a faithful and effective expres-sion of Catholic teaching and

the Gospel mandate to defend the lives and dignity of those who are poor in our nation.

Last year, our total collection for our arch-diocese was $88,914.33 Of that amount, 75% goes to the National CCHD office to fund national grants and the remaining 25% stays here in the archdiocese for local seed grants of up to $8,000. This year, we received back $125,000.00 in grants to the following organizations doing great work to reduce the root causes of poverty in our archdiocese: Albuquerque Interfaith-Al-buquerque, Barelas Community Coalition-Albuquerque, Somos Un Pueblo Unido-Santa Fe.

These organizations, often working closely with the New Mexico Conference of Catholic Bishops, and others previous-ly funded have done the following in our archdiocese to assist the poor to help them-selves:

• Secured permanently affordable hous-ing for low income people and elderly peo-ple

• Increased the minimum wage in New Mexico

• Brought access to water and basic emergency services to the people of Paja-rito Mesa

• Helped to secure funding for our public schools and community centers

• Saved the ages old system of water gov-ernance in the acequia systems

• Protected immigrants rights and human dignity in a time of hostility to the “strang-er”

• Given poor women a chance to earn a living, learn new skills in a supportive, family friendly workplace

• Supported small business incubators for local families in Taos

• Protected local homeowners in Barelas neighborhood against “gentrification” and being priced out of their homes

On November 17-18, 2012 the special collection for CCHD will take place in your parish. Please be generous!

Stand with and for the poor when many are struggling! If you want more informa-tion about CCHD, visit www.usccb.org

2012 CCHD Activities in the Archdiocese of Santa Fe: Share the Good News!

Fighting Poverty, Defending Dignity


cido como nueva evangelización. Este esfuerzo, nos dice el Papa, no es una fórmula, sino en primer lugar, una “profunda experiencia de Dios.”

Ésta es, por tanto, una estación para una conversión renovada ha-cia el Señor. Es un tiempo que nuestra iglesia nos da para enfo-car nuestros esfuerzos en salir al encuentro no sólo de quienes no conocen al Señor, sino de quienes entre nosotros lo hemos conoci-do y luego nos hemos enfriado en nuestra respuesta de fe. Se nos da una oportunidad de reanimar el fuego en nuestros corazones en la Palabra y el Sacramento (ver Lu-cas 24,26-32).

Los obispos de los Estados Unidos, en su documento Dis-cípulos Llamados a dar Testi-monio, hablan de un proceso de conversión de toda la vida y de la necesidad de cultivar una “cultura del testimonio” en la que esto pu-ede tener lugar. Un camino cru-cial para experimentar a Dios de

modo profundo es la Biblia, y en sus páginas también se puede en-contrar toda una nube de testigos.

A través de este Año de la Fe, esta columna mensual consider-ará cómo la Biblia puede y debe servir como fundamento de cre-cimiento de nuestra propia fe. El tomar el tiempo para centrarse en acontecimientos como el de Moisés ante la zarza ardiente, y la cena pascual, y la Última Cena nos puede guiar para conmemo-rar nuestros propios encuentros con Dios.

El prestar atención a Abraham, Sara, María y la mujer en el pozo, nos ayudará a considerar la diver-sidad de caminos de fe que pu-eden responder a la llamada de Dios. El mirar cómo se represen-ta a Dios paseando por el jardín del Edén, o hablando con los pro-fetas, o escuchando nuestras ora-ciones sinceras nos recordará los modos personales en que experi-mentamos a Dios en el curso de nuestras vidas. Y, de maneras in-numerables, se nos recordará el valor de la comunidad de fe en

el nutrirnos y apoyarnos mutua-mente en el camino.

Hay muchos modos de celebrar este año y muchos modos de edu-carnos a través de este año. Sin embargo, quizá no haya mejor manera de cultivar una cultura de testimonio que el revisitar los textos sagrados que nos sirven de cimiento.

En su carta a la iglesia de Roma, Pablo el evangelista recu-erda a su audiencia que todos los que invocan al Señor serán sal-vados. Pasa a recordarles el de-ber de los creyentes en la obra de salvación: “Pero, ¿cómo lo in-vocarán si no han creído en Él? ¿Cómo oirán si nadie anuncia? ¿Cómo anunciarán si nadie les envía? … la fe nace de la predi-cación y lo que se proclama es el mensaje de Cristo” (Rom 10,14-15, 17).

Nuestro desafío en este año es apartar tiempo para leer y orar con las palabras de la Escritura. Únase a un grupo de estudio bí-blico, pase tiempo en lectura per-sonal diaria de la Biblia, utilice

escritos como éste para estimu-lar su imaginación y profundizar su compromiso a crecer en la rel-ación con Dios.

El ya difunto obispo Charles Buswell, que fuera de Pueblo, Colorado, estuvo presente en el Vaticano II y se unió a un grupo de obispos de Estados Unidos en un estudio que preparó el docu-mento sobre la Escritura. De su experiencia, dice, “Llegué a com-prender la belleza y la fuerza de la Palabra de Dios de un modo en que antes nunca había sen-tido. Empecé a ver en la Sagra-da Escritura la presencia real del Señor. Empecé a darme cuenta de que, mientras meditaba en la palabra, la fuerza de Dios y su amor, penetraban profundamente en mi mente y corazón transfor-mándome en el tipo de persona a que me llamaba mi vocación cris-tiana.”

En este Año de la Fe, nosotros también podemos redescubrir la belleza y la fuerza del la Palabra transformante del Señor. Como el obispo Buswell, podemos de nue-

vo convertirnos en testigos del Dios a quien encontramos en ella.

Preguntas para la reflexión y discusión

• ¿Qué sabes sobre el Año de la Fe o de la nueva evangelización?

• ¿De qué modos ha sido la Biblia un camino de crecimiento en la fe para ti? ¿Qué podrías hac-er para permitir que la Biblia se convierta en una fuente más rica de una “experiencia profunda de Dios”?

• Cuando piensas en cómo las personas que conoces dan tes-timonio de su vida en Cristo, ¿cómo te anima ese testimonio personalmente?

• ¿Cómo podrías sacar tiempo para orar y leer la Biblia durante este año de la fe?

Este artículo fue original-mente publicado en el Arkan-sas Catholic el 13 de octubre de 2012. Derechos de autor Dióce-sis de Little Rock. Todos los derechos son reservados. Este artículo podrá ser copiado o re-distribuido con reconocimiento y permiso del editor.

Imagine a deadly sce-nario like this: a suc-

cessful businessman is ren-dered unconscious by medical professionals to help him heal after a serious car accident, us-ing powerful pharmaceutical agents to cause a medically-in-duced coma. A few days later, a business competitor, wanting him dead, enters the hospital and kills the comatose patient. During his trial, when ques-tioned about the murder, the competitor tries to argue, with an unnecessarily detailed ex-planation, that, “the medical-ly-induced coma rendered him quite incapable of feeling any pain, because those parts of his brain involved in sensory pro-cessing and pain perception were clearly decoupled from consciousness. So killing those who are unconscious, at least on the grounds that they might feel pain, should not be seen as problematic nor should it be re-stricted as a personal choice.”

Anyone would appreciate the absurdity of such an argument, much as they ought to recog-nize the unreasonableness of a

similar conclusion reached by neuroscientist Dr. Daniel Bor in a recent piece in The Dallas Morning News:

“The evidence is clear that a fetus can respond to sights, sounds and smells, and it can even react to these by produc-ing facial expressions. The evi-dence is equally clear, however, that these responses are gener-ated by the most primitive parts of the brain, which are uncon-nected to consciousness, and therefore these actions don’t in any way imply that the fetus is aware. Furthermore, the fetus is deliberately sedated by a se-ries of chemicals produced by the placenta, so even if it had the capacity for consciousness, there is almost no chance it could ever be conscious in the womb. Consequently, it can’t consciously feel pain. ... There are therefore no scientific rea-sons for restricting abortion on the grounds that the fetus will experience pain, at least un-til very late in pregnancy. This evidence has heavily influenced my views here, and consequent-ly I am very much pro-choice.”

As a neuroscientist and an ethicist myself, it’s clear how

Dr. Bor’s conclusion does not follow from his premises. He seeks forcibly to crown con-sciousness as king, turning it into the highest good, elevating it above life itself. Consequent-ly, he misses the deeper truth that human consciousness (and particularly self-consciousness) is a feature of certain kinds of beings, namely human be-ings, who are valuable in and of themselves. Our humanity precedes our consciousness, and affords the necessary basis for it, with our value and invio-lability flowing not from what we might be capable of doing (manifesting consciousness or awareness) but from who we intrinsically are (human beings and members of the human family).

Regardless of whether we might or might not be able to manifest consciousness at a par-ticular moment (as when we are asleep, under anesthesia, in a coma, or growing at early time-points in utero), our humanity is still present and deserving of unconditional respect. Those who lack consciousness or awareness are still human, and should be cherished and pro-

tected as much as anyone else with limitations or disabilities.

Some might reply that a sleeping or comatose person’s consciousness is merely dor-mant. If they wake up, they will have memories, awareness, etc. For a very early human em-bryo, on the other hand, no con-sciousness exists yet, since the brain has not developed, or may not have developed sufficiently. Until that development occurs, the argument continues, there is “nobody home,” and there-fore nothing important can be stripped away by abortion.

But it would be false to con-clude that “nobody is home.” As that embryonic human con-tinues to grow up, she will develop a brain, as well as memories, awareness, and con-sciousness. Such carefully cho-reographed and remarkable em-bryonic development will occur precisely in virtue of the kind of being she already is, name-ly, a very small human being. All of us, in fact, are embryos who have grown up. The hu-man embryo is special because of her humanity, not because of her consciousness, which will invariably arise as long as she

is afforded even the smallest chance at life. We actively deny her the right to manifest her fu-ture personality, her individual-ity, her consciousness and her genius by selecting her for ter-mination.

Hence, we should appreciate an argument like Dr. Bor’s for what it really is, namely, an at-tempt to carve out a subclass of human beings (those deemed weaker than the rest of us due to their diminished person-al consciousness) so that they can be singled out for death by abortion. This move constitutes an unjust form of discrimina-tion against a voiceless class of humans, cloaked in a spe-cious intellectual construct that misconstrues both the essential character of being human, and the essential moral obligations we have towards each other.

Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Ph.D. earned his doctorate in neuroscience from Yale and did post-doctoral work at Harvard. He is a priest of the diocese of Fall River, MA, and serves as the Director of Education at The National Catholic Bioeth-ics Center in Philadelphia. See www.ncbcenter.org

aking SenSe Out Of BiOethicSMThinking Clearly About Consciousness and Abortion



Trujillo, Baca

Mr. Antonino G. Baca and Miss Sofia Ernes-tine Trujillo joyfully ex-changed their vows of holy matrimony on Oc-tober 18, 1952 at Im-maculate Conception Church in Tome, NM. Throughout their mar-ried life they have been and are parishioners of Our Lady of Belen Cath-olic Church. Tony and Sofie are proud parents of 12 children, 25 grand-children and 12 great-grandchildren...to date. They both worked very hard to create a family musical and dance group, and performed for the Albu-querque metropolitan area churches, schools, hospitals, special needs hos-pitals, State Fair, girls and boys deten-tion centers, Los Lunas correctional fa-cility, and state penitentiary. Tony also taught music and dance while raising his family, and working three jobs to

make ends meet. He retired from the Bureau of Reclamation in 1974 and

continues to teach mu-sic and dance. Sofie was a stay at home moth-er, raising the children while teaching to cook, bake, sew, arts & crafts, garden and care for a home. Later she became an oil painter and cake decorator. For about 20 years she has been the nutrition special-ist at the Wright Choice Learning Center and en-joys her relationships

with the children. They are very grateful to Our Lord

for all the blessings and joy they have received in their children, their legacy and family life. They celebrated their marriage with a blessing where they received the archdiocesan and Papal Blessings at the noon Mass on Octo-ber 28, 2012 in their parish. A family reunion reception followed at the Ea-gle Park Community Center.

Anniversaries

Madrid, Garcia

Mr. Mizel Garcia and Miss Nancy Madrid joined in holy matrimony on November 10, 1962 at the San Juan Nepomu-ceno Church in Canjilon, NM. They currently re-side in Española, NM and belong to the Sacred Heart Parish in Española.

The couple have three sons, Mizel Jr and fam-

ily of Albuquerque, Anthony and fam-ily of Taos, and Car-los and family from Albuquerque. They have eight grandchil-dren and two great-grandchildren. The couple will have a private celebration in Albuquerque in No-vember with their families followed by Mass at Risen Savior Parish in Albuquer-

Schultz, Kantor

Mr. James Kantor, formerly of Lyons, IL and Miss Adeline Schultz, formerly of Wolf Point, MT were joined in Holy Mat-rimony on Septem-ber 29, 1962 in Im-maculate Conception Church in Wolf Point, MT. Following their wedding they moved to Lyons, IL.

Jim retired from the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers,

Local 134 in Chicago in 2001 after 44 years as an electrician. Adeline was

a stay-at-home mom, raising their two sons, Paul and Kevin. In 2002, they moved to Al-buquerque and are parishioners of St Thomas Aquinas Parish in Rio Rancho, NM. The couple celebrated their

50th anniversary with a family gather-ing in October.

Garcia, Romero

Mr. Gus Garcia and Miss Theresa Romero were married October 27, 1962 at San Felipe de Neri Church, and currently re-side in Edgewood, where they are members of Holy Child Parish. Together they have four children, Cyndi and husband Dave, Larry and wife Jennifer, Wendy and husband Daniel, Char-lie and wife Loan, and ten grandchildren.

Mr. and Mrs. Garcia will celebrate their 50th Anni-versary on December 23, 2012, with a Mass at San Felipe de Neri Church in Old Town, and a reception following the Mass, with their friends and family.

Garcia, Sedillo

Mr. Nick Se-dillo and Miss Rita Garcia were joined in holy matrimony on October 6, 1962 at San Antonio Catholic Church in Tajique, NM. Shortly after their wedding, they moved to Here-ford, TX. Upon returning to New Mexico, they made their home in Estancia where they have lived for the past 48 years. Nick and Rita are active members of the Es-tancia Valley Catholic Parish. They

recently celebrated their 50th wed-ding anniversary with a dinner and re-

ception shared with friends and family.

They have been blessed with two chil-dren: Rosa-lind Esquibel and husband Michael, Nick E. Sedillo and wife Tracy; five grandchildren:

Jeff Barela, Jennifer Kottenstette and husband Ricky, Timothy, Daniel, and Gabriel Sedillo, and three great grand-children: Anthony & Damian Barela and Caden Easley.

Gonzales, Gallegos

Mr. Adan Gon-zales & Miss An-gelica Gallegos were united in Holy Matrimony on Oc-tober 27, 1956 at San Miguel Catho-lic Church in San Miguel, NM. They are parishioners at the Shrine of St. Bernadette Church.

They are the parents of Dolores M. Mann (son Richard L. Mann II), Car-la L. Gonzales (children Corey, Mi-chael David & Jody Lucero), Phillip E. Gonzales (children Adam, Alyssa & Steven Gonzales), Andrew & Lisa Gonzales (children Alexis & Nicholas

Gonzales). They also have one great grandson Michael Angelo Lucero.

In 1958, Adan & Angie moved from Las Vegas, NM to Albuquer-que. Adan taught at Eubank Elemen-tary School for 22 years, then at Aco-ma Elementary for 21 years. He re-tired after 43 years

of teaching. He was also a school crossing guard, retiring after 13 years of service. Angie retired from the Uni-versity of New Mexico Housekeeping Department at Santana Dormitory.

For their anniversary, they celebrat-ed with a luncheon for the immediate family.


The Archdiocese of Santa Fe’s Mar-riage Enrichment (ME) Program came into existence in 1974. Over the last 38 years, the program has encouraged, in-spired, and enriched the lives of thou-sands of married and engaged couples. The program’s uniqueness and success is attributed to the hundreds of married couples, who have volunteered to give their testimonies from their personal life experiences on a variety of themes that married couples experience. The speak-ers give all glory to God, as they ex-plain how their Catholic faith enhances their love for one another. The volunteers prepare a comfortable place for those who attend which includes registration, preparation for meeting space, cooking,

cleaning, babysitting, and a host of other activities that contribute to the success of the weekend.

The Marriage Enrichment Program has served the Archdiocese of Santa Fe faithfully over these last 38 years. How-ever, now in this era of rampant secular-ism in our country, the Marriage Enrich-ment Program has become even more important. Traditional marriage is under attack by counter-cultural groups that en-dorse abortion, same sex marriage, co-habitation, infidelity, and divorce. In this new millennium, the institution of mar-riage has been under attack by those who desire to denigrate a sacrament that has contributed immensely to the enhance-ment of our country, our culture and our faith. The Marriage Enrichment Program now serves another role: it is a ministry

on the vanguard for the defense of mar-riage.

What distinguishes this ministry from other God-centered marriage programs is that it is parish-based. The volunteers, with their pastor’s support, are the laity of the parish who commit to many hours of preparation for the weekend. The ex-perience is a great example of devout Catholics who care deeply for the Sacra-ment of Marriage.

More than any other time in its histo-ry, the Marriage Enrichment Program is a ministry that is vitally needed to help turn the tide of events that intend to de-stroy what is good and holy in our cul-ture, the Sacrament of Marriage. As in the past, the success of the program de-pends on the good will of the many faith-ful married couples of the Archdiocese of Santa Fe who have stepped up to defend all that is good and right about this most important and holy sacrament. The good

people of this archdiocese will contin-ue to serve with faith, dignity and cour-age. The stakes in this mission have been raised, and more Marriage Enrichment Team members are needed. We at ME know that God is in control. We pray that readers who share our desire to strength-en marriage will heed His call to serve by contacting the Family Life Office (505.831.8117) about developing a Mar-riage Enrichment team at your parish.

In Defense of MarriageBy clyDe arcHiBequeBoard Member, Marriage Enrichment

BOOKS & MEDIAAdvent and Christmas Wisdom From St. Vincent de Paul By John Rybolt, CM Publisher: Liguori Publications (August 2012)

St. Vincent de Paul was very faithful to meditation, which sets a good example for us in our busy world. Advent and Christmas Wisdom from St. Vincent de Paul endeavors to present his thoughts in a way that can help us to spend some quiet time meditating. His thoughtful words will lead to a deeper relationship with God, a better appreciation of our own Christian life, and great-er love for all, especially the poor. The writings of St. Vincent are mainly medita-tive in style, keeping with the peace-filled and prayerful season. Vincent de Paul was keenly aware of the greater issues of our life in Christ, whose Incarnation is celebrated during this season. This book of seasonal meditations uses selections from his writings, along with scriptural reflections to encourage us on our Advent journey.

The Seven Big Myths about the Catholic Church: Distinguishing Fact from Fiction about CatholicismBy Christopher KaczorPublisher: Ignatius Press (October 2012)

The Roman Catholic Church has long been the tar-get of suspicion and hostility. But how much of this is based on ignorance and prejudice and how much is the fruit of thoughtful consideration of the facts?

This book separates fact from fiction. Without ex-cusing or justifying wrongdoing, author Christopher Kaczor clarifies official Catholic teaching and demon-strates that much popular opinion about Catholicism is based on misunderstanding and misinformation. He also provides robust and lucid arguments for Catholic belief and practice.

No one book can answer everyone’s questions or objections about Catholicism, but this work examines seven of the most controversial and most common myths about the Catholic Church.

A Worrier’s Guide to the Bible: 50 Verses to Ease Anxieties By Gary Zimak Publisher: Liguori Publications (October 2012)

Do you worry about ideas, moments and situations incessantly? When you listen to Scripture, do you won-der if it is truly possible not to worry?

Gary Zimak writes that anxiety can be a blessing. If you are wondering what he means by this, then this is the book for you. Consider what the Word of God teaches us on the subject of worry in times of confusion, despair, doubt, fear, persecution, sickness, and troubles.

Zimak brings Scripture to life in A Worrier’s Guide to the Bible: 50 Verses to Ease Anxieties. Though our lives are filled with struggles that might seem endless or insurmountable, remember that we are an Easter people; a people of hope. So as Padre Pio emphatically proclaimed: pray, hope, and don’t worry!

The Word of the LordBy Steven C. SmithPublisher: Our Sunday Visitor (September 2012)

“The joy born of the Word can now expand to all those who, by faith, let themselves be changed by God’s word.” – Pope Benedict XVI, Verbum Domini

For many Catholics, Scripture remains an elusive part of their Faith, or worse yet, a weapon used against them when encountering challenges from other de-nominations.

If you think you have to be a Bible scholar to under-stand the Scriptures, think again!

The Word of the Lord was written by one of the foremost Catholic Bible scholars and tested in several graduate level seminary Scripture courses. Yet every-one will appreciate the book’s clear, straightforward approach, perfect for the average Catholic. From crucial topics to more common questions, you will find explanations, answers, and interpretation that will launch you into the exciting adventure that awaits you in Scripture.

Wherever you are on your faith journey, The Word of the Lord will guide you forward to seek the face of Christ in Scripture.

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The Catholic Foundation is dedi-cated to moving hearts and touching lives by bringing the Gospel teach-ings to life as well as serving as a wellspring of financial support for Catholic ministry. We manage the resources entrusted to us to aid fam-ilies and children in need.

This year, the Foundation has dis-bursed a total of $925,614 in grants and designated distributions to par-ishes, schools and organizations throughout the Archdiocese of San-ta Fe. The grants have a remark-able “ripple effect” as the parishes, schools and organizations, in turn, use these funds to impact the lives of thousands of New Mexicans in a

multitude of ways.From the villages and hamlets of

rural New Mexico to the major met-ropolitan areas, the Catholic Foun-dation and its benefactors are per-petuating the caring ministries of our church. We profile just a few of the amazing variety of projects our benefactors have made possi-ble in 2012: ESL classes providing a path to citizenship for recent im-migrants; monthly food distribution to hundreds of low-income fami-lies; Sunday dinners for hundreds of homeless, men, women and chil-dren; renovation of parish halls as Catholic centers in rural communi-ties; and art, music and tutoring pro-grams for school children.

Moving Hearts and Touching Lives. Connecting those who care with those in need – this is the grace

of stewardship, this is the Catholic Foundation.

Moving Hearts Touching LivesCatholic Foundation 2012 Awards Celebration

By rutH Kelly President and Mary P. Dunn, Executive Director

Catholic Foundation Award winners Bill Armijo, St. Michael’s High School, Santa Fe; Susan Peterson, St. Therese School, Albuquerque; Joanne Rick-ard, St. Thomas Aquinas School, Rio Rancho.

Mrs. Pat Pecos’ Kindergarten class at Our Lady of the Assump-tion Catholic School in Albuquer-que prepares to parade through the school singing “When the Saints Go Marching In” on All Saints Day.

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Flags across the Na-vajo Nation are flying at half-staff in honor of Na-vajo Code Talker George Smith, who died October 30 at the age of 90.

Navajo President Ben Shelly says the tribe’s thoughts and prayers are with Smith’s family.

Smith and his brother Albert Smith both en-listed with the U.S. Ma-rines in 1943. They were trained as Code Talk-ers and were assigned to separate units.

He achieved the rank of corporal while serv-ing in the Pacific The-ater during World War II and fought in the bat-tles of Saipan, Tinian, and Ryukyu Islands and served in Hawaii, Japan and Okinawa. He received the Victory Medal as well as the Congressional Sil-

ver Medal for his role as a Code Talker.

He was a member of the Navajo Code Talkers Association and the Church Rock Veterans Organiza-tion.

Smith was born June 15, 1922 in Mariano Lake, N.M. and attended school at Crownpoint and Fort Wingate, N.M.

He earned his die-sel mechanic creden-tials in Chicago.

After completing his service in the Ma-rines, Smith worked at the Fort Wingate Army Depot as destroyer of old ammunition then as a mechanic at the Fort Wingate Trading Post.

(Reprinted with permission from The Navajo Times)

Navajo Code Talker George Smith stands during an honor song by Native American flutist Robert Tree Cody dur-ing ceremonies marking National Navajo Code Talker Day on Aug. 14, 2008, at Vet-erans Memorial Park in Window Rock.

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Deanery B Advent Penance ScheduleFor Advent services near you, please contact your parish.

DATE PARISH PHONE NUMBER TIME

12/4/12 ShrineofSt.Bernadette,Abq 505.298.7557 7pm12/5/12 QueenofHeaven,Abq 505.881.1772 7pm12/5/12 EstanciaValleyCatholicCommunity,Moriarty 505.832.6655 7pm12/6/12 HolyGhost,Abq 505.265.5957 10am12/7/12 AquinasNewmanCenter,Abq 505.247.1094 7pm12/10/12OurLadyoftheAnnunciation,Abq 505.298.7553 7pm12/11/12OurLadyofFatima,Abq 505.265.5868 7pm12/11/12St.JosephontheRioGrande,Abq 505.839.7952 7pm12/12/12PrinceofPeace,Abq 505.856.7657 7pm12/17/12RisenSaviorCatholicCommunity,Abq 505.821.1571 7pm12/20/12OurLadyoftheAssumption,Abq 505.256.9818 7pm

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Advent begins Sunday, December 2, 2012


Mark Your Calendar

Roman Catholic Saints Calendar TV Mass ScheduleTheCatholicCenter

St.Joseph/St.FrancisChapelSunday at 6:30 a.m. on KRQE TV-13, KBIM TV-10,

KREZ TV-6 and FOX 2AmericanSignLanguage(ASL)InterpretedTVMassDonationsmaybesentonline

www.archdiosf.orgormailedto:Chancellor’sOffice/TVMass,4000St.JosephPl.NW,Albuquerque,NM.

November Rev.FranciscoAlanis,OSB 16Rev.JosephA.Vigil 16Rev.NicholasNirschl,O.Praem 18Rev.DiegoMazon,OFM 20Rev.JamesP.Moore 21Rev.JamesVance 23VeryRev.GabrielParedes 24VeryRev.DouglasMitchell 24Rev.IrbyNichols 24

Rev.PeterHungNguyen,SOLT 25Rev.JamesMcGowan, 25Rev.CharlesUgochukwu26DecemberRev.RichardMcGowan,SJ 3Rev.ChristianLeisy,OSB 10Rev.SalvadorAragon,OFM 13Rev.JamesSampson,sP 14Rev.RobertLussier,OSBoliv. 14Rev.AidenGore,OSBoliv. 14

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November 11, 2012 1Kgs17:10-16 32ndSunOT Ps146:7,8-9,9-10Rev.AnthonyMaes Heb9:24-28 Mk12:38-44orMk12:41-44 November 18, 2012 Dn12:1-3 33rdSunOT Ps16:5,8,9-10,11Rev.AnthonyMaes Heb10:11-14,18 Mk13:24-32

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“I come in to pray here around 5:15 a.m. every day seeking the in-tercession of St. Jose,” Bishop Wall said. “He had the courage to pro-claim the light of the Gospel, which is so important in the world that has been darkened by secularism.”

Some months before the cardi-nal’s gift arrived, Bishop Wall began working with the Gallup Knights of Columbus to try to locate a rel-ic from one of the Cristero martyrs, many of whom were Knights. The bishop himself is a fourth-degree Knight.

Work began with the Knights of-ficials at the organization’s head-quarters in Connecticut. Ten months later, the diocesan officials learned they would receive the relic from St. Jose, who was hanged after be-ing found saying Mass in the home of a family who was hiding him.

But you could say the quest for such a relic began after Bishop Wall’s installation in Gallup three years ago. He began renovation on the chapel in his private residence, using a Southwest decor of soft plastered walls, terra cotta ceram-ic tile floors and viga beams on the

ceiling. The wood facade surround-ing the small altar is adorned with stained-glass images of saints and the Holy Family.

But something was missing.Bishop Wall said that missing link

came to him through the Holy Spirit while he was celebrating Mass dur-ing Lent in 2011.

“The Sacred Heart image came to me during the consecration,” he said. “It was prompted by the Holy Spirit that I needed that image there.”

An image of the Sacred Heart of Jesus was painted below the altar, but Bishop Wall felt one last finish-ing touch was needed, thus came the search for a relic.

As a history major while attend-ing Arizona State University, Bish-op Wall became enthralled with the Cristero rebellion of the 1920s, which saw Catholic clergy and laity taking up arms to oppose the Mex-ican government’s systematic re-pression of the church and to defend religious freedom. Thousands died in defense of the church in Mexico before the uprising was quelled in 1929.

“It is fascinating to think that less

than 100 years ago in a country pre-dominately Catholic, the church was essentially outlawed,” Bishop Wall said.

Not unlike the ignorance that fu-eled the religious laws of the Mex-ican Constitution of 1917, which ultimately led to the rebellion, the bishop said the church continues to face assaults from secularism and political policies that promote abor-tion, birth control and same-sex marriage.

Bishop Wall said he also shares the message of strong faith he feels the relic exudes with the people of his diocese, which was once part of Mexico.

He said so many martyrs were or-dinary people. It isn’t until they are called upon to defend the teachings of the church that they are called to a higher order, such as the Cristeros, that all are capable of achieving.

Gallup, which is one of the na-tion’s poorest Catholic dioceses, straddles northwestern New Mexi-co and northeastern Arizona. It cov-ers more than 55,000 square miles, serves close to 62,000 Catholics out of a total population of about 495,000.



A painting by Mexican artist Martha Orozco fea-tures six priests, members of the Knights of Colum-bus who were canonized by Pope John Paul II May 21, 2000. The priests were among 25 martyrs of Mexi-co’s anti-Catholic persecution during the 1920s made saints by the pope that day. Depicted clockwise from top are Sts. Miguel de la Mora de la Mora, Jose Maria Robles Hurtado, Mateo Correa Magallanes, Luis Batiz Sainz, Rodrigo Aguilar AlemÃ¡n and Pedro de Jesus Maldonado Lucero. The painting is part of th e perma-nent collection at the Knights of Columbus Museum in New Haven, Conn. (CNS photo/courtesy of Knights of Columbus)

GALLUP, N.M. (CNS) -- When the Gallup Dio-cese acquired a first-class relic of a martyred saint of the Mexican Cristero Rebellion, Bishop James S. Wall knew it was a spiritual intervention.

In April, the diocese received a relic from the body of St. Jose Maria de Robles Hurtado, a priest martyred in 1927 in Jalisco, Mexico, during the Cristero Rebellion.

One of 25 Cristero martyrs canonized by Pope John II in May 2000, St. Jose is known as “The Madman of the Sacred Heart,” because he promot-ed greater devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus through his preaching, his personal example and his great devotion to the Eucharist.

That connection could not be more appropriate for the diocese, Bishop Wall said.

“Our cathedral is named after the Sacred Heart,” he said. “There’s a reason why we got this special gift.”

The relic was a gift from Cardinal Jose Francisco Robles Ortega of Guadalajara, Mexico. Bishop Wall had it placed in a marble plate inserted in the altar of his private chapel to be venerated each time he says Mass there.

Relic called reminder of Cristero martyr’s courage

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