January 20, 2016 – Madison Catholic Herald Archive (2001-2025)


	A crowd gathers outside State Capitol building in Madison holding signs in support of pro-life legislation at a Rally for Life held January 12. Several state lawmakers and pro-life leaders spoke at the rally. (Catholic Herald photo/Kevin Wondrash)

MADISON — The outside temperatures were in the single digits but dozens of hearts were on fire to protect the lives of the unborn.

During the noon hour on January 12, pro-life supporters and state lawmakers gathered on the steps of the State Capitol for a Rally for Life.

The event was co-sponsored by Pro-Life Wisconsin, Wisconsin Family Action, and Wisconsin Right to Life.

The home of the state’s lawmaking chambers served as a backdrop to call attention to three pro-life bills with hopes both the State Assembly and State Senate will pass them before the session closes in March. They include:• Assembly Bill 305/Senate Bill 260, which bans the sale and use of the body parts of aborted babies in Wisconsin.

• Assembly Bill 310/Senate Bill 237, which redirects money from the Title X grant program away from Planned Parenthood of Wisconsin.

Seeing with Jesus' Eyes

On January 20, 2016

Fr. Donald Lange

Let’s continue to speak for the unborn

Have you ever seen a speaker weep when giving a talk on abortion? I have.

When I taught high school religion, a pro-life doctor gave a talk to my classes. As he described the tragedy of aborted babies, he wept.

Never before or since have I seen anyone weep while talking about aborted unborn babies. His tears convinced me that he truly believed that unborn babies were human persons and aborting them destroyed human life.

Word on Fire

On January 20, 2016

Bishop Robert Barron

The Revenant and search for higher justice

Alejandro Iñárritu’s new film The Revenant is one of the most talked about movies, and for good reason.

The opening 20 minutes, which feature a frighteningly realistic Indian attack and a horrifically vivid mauling by a grizzly bear, are absolutely compelling viewing. And the remainder of the film is so involving that this viewer at least felt physically sick as he followed the sufferings of the main character.

Guest column

On January 20, 2016

Morgan Smith

The harmony of belonging


	Morgan Smith

The other day, I was watching an orchestra concert. I was moved by the beauty of the music, but even more struck by the intricate harmony of the instruments as the musicians played them in communion with one another.

I reflected upon the unity it takes to play in an orchestra. Every instrument is essential — individually beautiful — but essential to the sound and wholeness of a piece of music. Each instrument is different. Even among a group of the same instruments, say the violins, there are variations in the sounds and colors of each individual. (Marks of their creator.)

Home modifications necessary for safety

Q We lost my mom a few months ago and although my dad has been managing better than I expected on his own, I wonder if there are any home improvement tips or modifications that would make living alone easier for him?

The home is a small two-story and he stays on the first floor which has all the essential living spaces: kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, and living room.

Since I am an only child and live over two hours away from him, I don’t want to overlook anything that might help him stay independent. He has low vision and has had one hip replaced but other than that is in good health.

Letters to the editor

On January 20, 2016

Lynn Scullion

Penalties for harming animals, but not people

To the editor:

One of our most precious gifts is the gift of love, which we give to people and animals. We want all to enjoy life on earth.

We can go to jail or pay a fine for torturing and killing animals, even before they are born or hatched, like an eagle egg.

Letters to the editor

On January 20, 2016

Greg Wagner

Knife control vs. gun control legislation

To the editor:

As I watched the president wipe away a tear in announcing his new gun legislation, I wondered, “Is this the same man who proclaimed, ‘God bless Planned Parenthood’”?

Though President Obama’s compassion for the victims of Sandy Hook is commendable, what a tremendous disconnect to his callous support of an organization that kills, mutilates, and profits from the dirty business of abortion.

Editorial

On January 20, 2016March 17, 2023

Mary C. Uhler, Catholic Herald Staff

Civil Rights and Pro-Life Movements linked

It may not be a coincidence that two significant dates in history occurred in our country within a few days of each other in January, albeit in different years.

Around the Diocese

On January 20, 2016

Kevin Wondrash

St. Peter School, Ashton, to hold open house

ASHTON — St. Peter Catholic Elementary School will be hosting an open house and classroom visitation event on Wednesday, Feb. 3, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the school, 7129 CTH K, Middleton.

The event is open to all current and prospective families interested in learning how St. Peter Catholic School promotes a culture of scholarship, service, and salvation.

News

On January 20, 2016

Kevin Wondrash

Frassati Fest for teens set for February 5 to 7

WISCONSIN DELLS — The annual Frassati Fest weekend for teens is set for Friday, Feb. 5, to Sunday, Feb. 7, at Kalahari Resorts and Conventions in Wisconsin Dells.

Frassati Fest provides inspiring catechesis, prayer, good conversation, and an opportunity for teens to dive deeper into the beauty of the Catholic faith with hundreds of their peers.

It’s called “the coolest weekend around for Catholic high school students in the Diocese of Madison.”