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NEWSPAPER OF THE DIOCESE OF ROCHESTER Vol. 79 No. 52 - •\< 20~Po^es Rochester, New-York Trice: 15£ Friday, Sept. 27, 1968 / English Urge mce on Birth Issue By John A. Greaves (NC News Service) London — English and Welsh \bishops defended Pope Paul \VTs ruling on birth control in a state- ment Sept. 24, but took a toler- ant line toward couples using artificial contraception in in- dividual hard cases, and stressed the primacy of an informed con- science. The joint statement on the Pope's encyclical, Humanae Vitae, followed a meeting of the bishops under the chairmanship of John Cardinal Hee- nan of Westminster. In a special 'word to parents, the bishops stated: \The Pope does not attempt to tell parents how many children they ought to have. This decision is one to be taken by the parents alone in the light of all the moral considera- tions laid down in the encyclical. One of these considerations is that each exercise of the marriage act must remain in itself open to the trans- mission of life, although, as the Pope points out, in fact, not every con- jugal act is followed by a new life. \Nevertheless it Is against the plan of God to take positive steps to de- stroy the possibility of the transmis- sion of life.\ The statement appealed to oppo- nents of the papal ruling not to close their minds. It stated: \In view of the controversy which the encyclical has aroused, the bishops of England and Wales call upon all Catholics to conduct their discussions in a responsible and temperate man- ner and in a mutually charitable spirit _ \Discussion^ lias so far centered mainly on~tfie~quesT36a of contracep- tion. The impression is given that the Pope set out merely to condemn artificial methods of pirth control. \ ,|J ^Mii, he could have done in a single sentence. \The encyclical speaks at length of the dignity of marriage, the beauty of married love and the obligation of responsible parenthood. \Pope Paul wrote his encyclical - only after years of study and prayer. In the heat of controversy some writ- ers appear to have forgotten that the Pope is the Vicar of Christ. It is for him to issue encyclical letters when- ever he thinks it his duty to do so.... \No member of the commission thought the questions proposed to it could be resolved by a majority vote. Its task was to sift the evidence and to present the Pope with its findings. It was always understood that the decision must he made by him alone as Christ's vicar. . . . \From the beginning the Pope regarded this decision as one which he personally must make. . . . The encyclical has evoked serious discus- sion on the whole exercise of the magisterium (the Church's teaching authority). It is being argued that in a matter so intimately affecting the lives of millions, the burden of responsibility should riot rest upon one man even though he is the Vicar of Christ \At the council it was generally recognized that a question of such delicacy as contraception could not properly be debated by that vast assembly. Collegiality must be the subject of further study, but it cannot (Continued on Page 2) ON THE INSIDE Around the Country 5 Around the World 4 Commentary 19 Diocesan - 7 Editorial 6 Entertainment 14 Pat Answers 7 Youth 13 IF YOU MOVE . , . let us know about it so we can- keep your Courier coming to you on tirrie. Phone or, mail us notice of your change of ad- dress* Include your old address and new address and the name of your parish. CoTme^JouDfnat;~5^ Sctcr~St.r Rochester, NV« 14604 Phone 716-45*7050. Vice President Hubert H. Humphrey kneels dur- presidential candidate had \taped\ an address. The Ing a Roman Catholic Mass televised from a studio Mass, celebrated by Father Arnold Favret of Our in Columbus, Ohio, where, earlier, the Democratic Lady of Victory Catholic Church, is aired weekly. Bishops Implore U.S. to Act On Biafra 'In Name of God' Washington — (NC) — The ad- ministrative committee of the Na- tional Conference of Catholic Bishops has issued a statement imploring, \in the name of God and of all His hu- man family,\ the United States gov- ernment \to take the leadership\ in providing massive relief necessary to save the lives of \countless thou- sands\ in Nigeria-Biafra. The Wahopt.MW It is \one the appalling, realities\ of the present crisis that peoples have been unable to act through their respective gov- ernments to aid the people of a na- tion in the dread grip of war. They noted that In disasters such as earth- quakes and floods \nations move rapidly to succor the needs of the afflicted,\ but that \in the Nigerian- Biafran disaster men, women and children wait in vain for help.\ \In this frightful human conflict we must honestly face this profound reality: Hves of men, women and children are supremely more valu- able than political considerations,\ the bishops'asserted in their state- ment issued following a meeting here. \Therefore in the name of God and of all Bis human family, we im- plore our government to take the leadership In making possible the massive relief effort which is absolute- ly necessary to save the lives of count- less thousands of persons In Nigeria- Biafra. Meanwhile, U.S. Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and Caritas Interna- tionalis, the international Catholic charities organization, have announc- ed a $500,000 joint emergency pro- gram for Biafra. The money is to be used for addi- tional food, medical supplies and clothing and also for about 20 small trucks which the groups said are urgently needed to deliver goods in some areas recently captured by Ni- gerian federal troops. The announce- ment of the program was made here by Auxiliary Bishop Edward E. Swan- strbm of New York, executive direc- tor of CRS. \Hundreds of thousands may die before the end of the year,\ Bishop Swanstrom said. \They need at least a thousaJWvtoWMJf. relief assistance • day to prevent widespread starvation.\ \We on our part pledge our con- tinued efforts to minister to these suffering people.\ The bishops said they- are com- pelled to speak out\ in the face of \the cruel fate which awaits thou- sands and thousands of /persons in that war-torn countryT'\ \We cannot stand by \far silence,\ they asserted, \faced as we are with the knowledge, on the one hand, that tens of thousands of human beings are dying of starvation and countless others face the same prospect from disease and starvation, while on the other hand ample supplies are avail- able to alleviate their suffering.\ The bishops said they *^are forced to express our profound Jiorror at the deplorable impasse to which nego- tiations about humanitarian relief have come.\ They asserted that \foodstuffs as well as medicines, are available in vast quantities,\ and that \personnel and the .means of distributing these materials are also available.\ They thanked the American people for the \magnificent generosity\ with which they have volunteered money and supplies. NCC Makes Appeal To the President Houston, Tex. — (HNS) — The General Board of the National Coun- cil ofc Churches appealed here to •President Johnson for increased ef- forts' to save.'the people of\Blafri. Starvation in Biafra is a \major human tragedy,\ and'can be expected to reach \overwhelnfyng proportions\ by October, the board said in a resolu- tion adopted at Its Fall business ses- sions. \Large scale relief of this human suffering must not be subordinated to the tragic conflicts of battle,\ it declared. Thanking the Organization of Afri- can Unity and its president — Em- peror ~Haille Salassie' of Ethiopia — for their efforts a-t securing agree- ments to permit the distribution of relief supplies, the board said Afri- can leadership in the rescue opera- tions is \essential.\ _-_ iiw& note-with-approQiatlon the of- fer of President Johnson, expressed to Emperor Hallle Salassie. to provide large scale relief supplies,\ the resolu- tion said. \We urge the President, using every effective influence, to continue his efforts toward the objective of Im- mediate delivery of desperately need- ed relief supplies to the children and adults who are starving.\ The board pledged \generous\ fi- nancial support fnom the churches and the agencies. Padre Pio, Stigmata Priest, Dies San Giovanni Rotondo, Italy—Padre Pio, a Capuchin monk whose body and limbs bore the stigmata of the Crucifixion of Jesus, died Sept 23 of bronchial complications in his cell at the Monastery of St. Mary of the Graces. He was 81. Known throughout the WOTW, Padre Pio, who name had been Francesco Forgione, was born of humble peasant parents in Pietralcina, Southern Italy, on May 25,1887. He donned the Capu- chin habit in 1903. His death came only three days after he celebrated the 50th anniver- sary of the appearance of the stigmata that brought him world renown and such generous donations that he was able to construct a seven-story hospi- tal with a heliport, to care for many of the thousands of the sick who visit- ed him for his blessing and words, of comfort. For many years Padre Pio had been a subject of controversy within the Church. After childhood, during which he showed religious leanings, Padre Pio , joined the Capuchins and took his final vows in 1907. - In 1916, he was sent to the monas- tery at San Giovanni Rotondo, where, except for a short time in the Army during World War I. he remained for the rest of his religious career. The stigmata — described u \vlii- nbleTiiid permanent\ — appeared on Sept. at, If 1», while he was celebrat- Iig laasi. Withia a short time, he became— kaawa throughout the world, but the Vatican's Holy Office (now the Con- gregation for the Doctrine of the PADRE PIO Faith) in decrees of 1926 and 1931 \did not attest to the supernatural- ness of the events attributed to Padre Pio and exhorted the faithful to refrain from visiting him.\ But in 1933 the Holy Office revok- ed Its decrees and Padre Pio was able to resume his church duties includ- ing celebrating Mass and hearing con- fessions. Meanwhile, as his fame grew, dona- tions poured into the monastery and he began plans for the construction of the hospital. He also organized prayer, groups. In July, 1961, a Vatican prelate conducted an- Investigation into the management of the hospital and Padre Plo's prayer groups. The followers of the Padre were ac- cused of fanaticism; and the adminis- tration of the hospital was termed \disorderly and incapable.\ In the last few years, however, these sanctions were quietly lifted. Pope Paul, last year, In commemora- tion of Padre Plo's.60th anniversary of his profession of faith, sent a let- ter permitting him to give the apos- tolic blessing. Last week, the Pope |ent a special blessing to Padre Pio on the 1 ' 50th anniversary of the appear- ance of the stigmata. Padre. Pio was described In the Vatican newspaper L'Osservatore Ro- mano as \a man of humility, prayer -and penitence.\ The newspaper said that \In time, the Church Will pro^ nounce upon his s» often talked about special supernatural gifts.\ The newspaper also praised the hospital, saying it was \very modern, ^«ll-«4iulpped-anoVsUffedJ»tli_Mni.- tarily and spiritually.\ It noted that the Vatican had given Padre Pio per- mission to celebrate Mass sitting down, in deference to his age and failing in health. Washington Hassle Brings Suspension. Of Priests' Duties From Courier-Journal News Services Washington — A walkout by some and a standing ovation by others greeted Patrick Cardinal O'Boyle of Washington lastlSandajra®- he read a statement decrying his diocesan priests who appose his strict interpretation of the papal birth control encyclical. By midweek, 13 of the 44 dissent- ing priests of the Washington area had been forbidden to hear confes- sions auid. 6 of them had been further restricted in, their ministry, accord- ing to the Association of 'Washington Priests. The action came after 43 of the dissenters had been interviewed by the cardinal. The 44th, Father T. Joseph* O'Donoghue, had previously been relieved of his duties. The cardinal spoke in the pulpit of St. Matthew's Cathedral at three Masses to read a pastoral letter about thoso who have disagreed with the papal encyclical. Despite his strong condemnation of the 'ntew morality,* Cardinal O'Boyle stressed in his letter to the people that hie did not \wish to pass judg- ment -on the motives of any man.\ \la many cases,\ he stated, \I know the ability, the priestly seal, and the personal goodness of the priests who are la disagreement with the teach- ing oft? the Holy Father. I know how much we stand to Use If they Insist upon leaving us.\ \However he said, \I am given no authority to teach, to preach, to ad- minister the Sacrament of Confession excepst In accordance with teaching of the Church. Priests receive from me tfaeir authorization to engage In the priestly- ministry in this diocese. Delays Snag Wwk on New Canons Washington, D.C. — (RNS) — Ap- proval of translations into English of the i*ew prefaces and canons for the Roman Catholic Mass has encountered a number of dolays and probably will not be available before December or January. Father Gferalrf J.^tghny-executive secretary of the International Com- mittee on English in the Liturgy, said that \vacations delays in the mail including a postal strike in Canada, and other factors\ have hindered the work. The prefaces and canons for the Mass had been issued from Rome in their Latin text on May 23. Transla- tions were mailed to the various bishops In English-speaking nations, on fiily 14. Nearly 700 bishops re- ceived this text which he described as a \somi-flnal translation with ex- planatory notes.\ Father Sigler said that the Bishops' suggestions would be reviewed by the ^committee at its next meeting, scheduled for Rome, Oct. 12 and 13. It is presumed that a final text will result from these discussions\ and then each of the national con- ferences of bishops will have to meet and approve the translations. Printing and distribution will follow. Same countries might have the new texts by early December, he said, \but the €irst of next year or later seems a more likely date for the majority.\ Vatican Document Dae on Communism? Rome — (RNS)-The Vatican will Issue a document Oct. 1 clearly out- lining the attitudes of the Roman Catholic Church on Marxism, Com- muKism and atheism, iKcording to unofficial sources here. The document, reportedly prepar- ed by Frani Cardinal Koenlg, presi- dent of the Vatican Secretariat for Non-Bclleveri, Is expected to reaffirm the Church's desire for dialogue but also to stress that the Church cannot compromise with atheism and that' Catholics may not Join atheist organi- sations, Excerpts from Cardinal O'Boyle's text on Page 16. I cannot give to priests any author- ity I do not have myself. \I cannot allow them to act on my authorization In a manner contrary to the teaching of the Church, which is the boundary of my own authority. \I have made this fact as clear to these priests as I know how. But they have assumed an Inflexible posi- tion In defiance of my pastoral In- structions. Everyone of us, regard- less of his station in life, Is subject to a higher authority, and priests are no exception, I am lure you can clearly see why I have uo choice but to act under the circumstances that face me.\ The cardinal also stressed that if he \were to accept the opinion which rejects Pope Paul's encyclical, only the appearance of peace would be re- stored among us.\ \In reality, all of us would fall into a much more profound dishar- mony — disharmony with the teach- ing of the Church, disharmony with truth and Tightness, disharmony with Christ and with His Father.\ The Cardinal made his appeal for help directly to the laity of the arch- diocese: \Finding myself frustrated In to many efforts to restore peace, I appeal for the help of your powers of persuasion,\ he said. \Wos't you try to tarn back toward Catamite truth, anyone who. Is followiag the divergent opfaiotts? \Let us pray earnestly that Christ will work a miracle of grace among us today, a miracle even greater than His cure of tho sick man narrated in today's gospel, the miracle of restor- ing to full harmony with us these sons and brothers whose separation from us we would mourn most bit- terly.\ The pastoral letter had been Issued by the cardinal to all parishes In the archdiocese to be read at all Masses \without commont or discussion . . • as it stands.\ At the 12:30 Mass about 200 per- sons seated in tho front pews stood and then walked out as the cardinal began to read the letter. Unperturbed by this demonstration he continued reading and when he finished most of the remaining pa- rishioners stood and applauded him. Most of those who left the cathe- dral returned after the letter had been read by the cardinal. At the two earlier Mosses a total of about 50 persons left the church _. during the reading of the letter. In the letter, Cardinal O'Boyle said he was \impelled to act\ against the priests, but insisted he had \proceed- ed very slowly in this matter\ and had tried to bo \very patient\ and , \generous.\ \I am,\ he said, \simply trying to do my clear duty.\ \Many Catholics, including some theologians and even a few of my brother bishops In other lands, seem —I say 'seem'—to have adopted what Is called the 'new morality,'\ he con- tinued. \According to this moral theory, objective standards always may be subordinated to the Indi- vidual's decision about his own unl- —4juc-sltu»tlon^ Cardinal O'Boyle maintained there \is nothing new in this 'new moral- ity' \ and that it had been rejected in the book of Deuteronomy In Old Testament times. He quoted a pas- sage from the book which said that the man who follows \the dictates of my own heart\ rather than the law will not be pardoned by the Lord . . . Teachers? See Page M
