No. 3225.
PICKETS AT BISHOP'S CEREMONY A bishop characterised as a "source of w onderment" the consecration of the first Negro to be raised to the U.S. hierarchy in this century. Bishop Robert E. Tracy of Baton Rouge, La., preaching at the consecration, January 6, of Auxiliary Bishop Harold R. Perry, S.V.D., of New Orleans, in the Basilica of St. Louis, said the ceremony occasioned "two principal sources of wonderment." Wearing golden vestments which once belonged to the late Archbishop Joseph F. Rummel of New Orleans, a champion of racial integration, Bishop Perry was consecrated by Archbishop Egidio Vagnozzi, Apostolic Delegate in the United States. Outlining the "two principal sources of wonderment," Bishop Tracy declared: "First, that today we are witnessing the episcopal consecration of the first Negro ever to be raised to the high office of bishop in order to serve in a diocese of the United State of America in this century. "And, second, the fact that this bishop-elect has come through to the public — both here in the South as well as across the nation — as a highly cultivated person; a churchman with an impressive record of dedication and leadership in the works of religon; a true 'man ef God' in the modern tradition, fully in touch with the world around him, sensitive to such mundane things as public relations — an attractive, winning person endowed with all the graces one would expect to find in one of his position." The first prelate of Negro blood to serve in a U.S. diocese was Bishop James A. Healy, son of a white father and a Negro mother, who was bishop of Portland, Maine, from 1875 until his death in 1900. Bishop Tracy said the occasion was a cause to rejoice that the Church has demonstrated dramatically and concretely "the utter sincerity of her clear statement of doctrine at the (Second Vatican) Council, in the document, De Ecclesia: 'There is no inequality in Christ and the Church arising from nationality, race, sex or social condition." White segregationists picketed the consecration ceremony. A placard with the words Jesus did not choose non-white Apostles was carried by one of the pickets. Bishop Perry ignored them as he passed by in procession.
GIFTS FROM THE SEABEES C hildren of Tan Hiep, some 40 miles south of S aigon, look over books just delivered by U.S. Navy Seabees to Father Joseph Oanh, pastor of the village Catholic church. Tan Hiep, near Viet Cong infested area, comes under mortar attack frequently. The Seabees visited Father "Joe" six months after c ompleting a deep fresh w ater well for the people of Tan Hiep.
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PERTH, THURSDAY, JANUARY 13, 1966.
Aged Nun Dies After years of patient suffering Mother M. Cecilia Hayes of Presentation Convent, "Iona," Mosman Park, died a most peaceful, happy death at St. John of God Hospital on Sunday, January 9, the feast of the Holy Family. Mother Cecilia was born in Limerick 7f3 years ago. She is survived by a sister. Nancy (Mrs O'Brien) and three brothers Richard and Michael in Limerick and Thomas in Long Island, U.S.A. In 1962 Mother celebrated the golder jubliee of her profession and for the last three years has beer in a wheel chair — a cheerful, resigned sufferer. She was well knowr for her musical ability and continued tc teach music skilfully though in a less active way, until very recently. Those whc knew her were soon made aware of her keen interest in the indivdival, her remarkable attention tc detail, her courteou: lady-like manner at all times and with e verybody. Perhaps her most outstanding characteristics were a deep spirit of prayer, a great respect for Priests and unswerving loyalty to her Community. The Solemn Requiem Mass was celebrated by Monsignor T. Ahern on Tuesday, January 11. Hi was assisted by Fathers E. McGrath, deacon, M. Casey, subdeacon and P. McCrann as master of ceremonies. To her sister, brothers and relatives deep sympathy is extended. May her soul rest in peace.
Last Thursday five Presentation Sisters celebrated their Silver Jubilee of Profession. They are left to right: Mother M. Pius McGrath, Mother M. Carmel Ryan, Mother M. Bernadette Campion, Mother M. Angela McGrath (a sister of Mother Pius) and Mother M. John Ryan. January 6 was also the first day for wearing the newly designed habit for the Presentation Sisters.
ANALYSIS OF LEAVING CWT. RESULTS An analysis of the results of candidates from Catholic Schools gives the following figures:— Number of entrants for full certificate 567 I Number passed Number failed Percentage pass Number of distinctions
391 f 176 68.9' , 385
Some candidates in- sible in the above form tending to enrol at Uni- in future years. The versity may add sub- percentage pass above jects for matriculation compares favourably with the percentage in purposes. years: 1960, As both Junior and recent 1961. 68.2', Leaving are to become 71.4 ; 65.2' , 1963. examinations 1962. subject after this year, this ana- 70.2', . lysis will hot be pos- • Continued PAGE 7
Combined Preparation Lay people as well as regular and secular priests will have a hand in preparing for the Dutch notional council of the Catholic Church which is tentatively set for 1967. The Dutch bishops in a joint Christmas pastoral said the goal of the council will be "to give shape to the spirit and the veiws of the Second Vatican Council." This they said is "the common task of all members of the Catholic Church in the Netherlands." The bishops indicated that a national pastoral report paving the way for the plenary council will probably be ready this May.
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