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LOCAL NEWS I 5 DENVER CATHOLIC REGISTER I DECEMBER 4, 2013 Pilgrimage is an intercessor for us. We depend on the saints to intercede for us as we struggle through the day-to-day joys and sorrows of life." College in Rome and has led pilgrimages to Rome, the Holy Land and Lourdes, France. "I hope that those who go (on the pilgrimage) will be able to experience the goodness of the men who are being canonized as well as the charism of Pope Francis," he said. Both he and Sister Nickel said the journey will offer a strong experience of the universal Church. "I think all of Poland will be there," Sister Nickel joked, referring to the zeal of Pope John Paul II's compatriots. The enthusiasm of the faithful who attend a canonization is palpable and deeply significant, she said. "When the Church canonizes and says with certainty someone is in heaven, that gives us hope," she said, "and that person Christ's call From Page 2 The call to pilgrimage, Sister Nickel added, comes from Jesus Christ himself that one may encounter him and, as Pope Francis notes in his apostolic exhortation, be impelled to joyfully share that encounter. "The Lord is drawing the person," she said, "and through this experience of the Church, of Jesus Christ, the person can then make the Lord known to others." Those interested in making the pilgrimage should register quickly as space is limited. Cost is $3,695 per person (land only cost $2,495). An optional one-day trip to Naples and Pompeii is an additional $85 per person. For information or to register, see the box on Page 2. CHILD ABUSE HOT LINE NUMBERS The Archdiocese of Denver takes allegations of sexual abuse of children very seriously and is committed to addressing each allegation with compassion and respect for all involved. To report an allegation of sexual abuse involving a child to the Archdiocese of Denver, contact the Victims Assistance Coordinator at 720-245-3893. To report an allegation of sexual abuse involving a child to civil authorities, use the appropriate child abuse hotline numbers. In addition to the referenced numbers below, reports also may be made to the local law enforcement agency. Adams County 303-412-5212 Clear Creek County 303-679-2365 Jackson County 970-723-4750 Arapahoe County 303-636-1750 Denver County 720-944-3000 Boulder County 303-441-1000 303-441-4444 (After hours/weekends and holidays) Eagle County 970-328-8840 Jefferson County 303-271-4131 or 303-271-4357 Broomfield County 720-887-2271 Garfield County 970-945-9193 Gilpin County 303-582-5444 Grand County 970-725-3331 Larimer County 970-498-6990 Logan County 970-522-2194 Moffatt County 970-824-8282 Morgan County 970-542-3530, Ext. 1529 Phillips County 970-854-2280 Pitkin County 970-927-1611 (press 2) Sedgwick County 970-474-3397 Summit County 970-668-4100 Washington County 970-345-2238 Rio Blanco County 970-878-5011 Weld County 970-352-1551, Ext. 6214 Routt County 970-879-1540 Yuma County 970-332-4877 Donor-Advised Account FIND THE KEY TO A GENEROUS LIFE WHEN YOU … GIVE IT A WAY. Personally – Experience the joy of giving and provide a lasting tribute to your faith and family Financially – Achieve peace of mind that your treasure is managed to reflect your values. Spiritually – Strengthen our parishes and our Catholic community through your charitable giving. The Catholic Foundation of Northern Colorado is here to help you understand the advantages of opening a Donor-Advised Account. As Catholic faithful, we believe our earthly treasure is a gift from God, and we can give it a way to serve the greater good. Be generous, ready to share, thus accumulating as treasure a good foundation for the future, so as to win the life that is true life. 1 TIMOTHY 6:18-19 By creating a Donor-Advised Account, you can … Give it a way. 303.468.9885 | 866.437.1842 | www.TheCatholicFoundation.com Giving for the Kingdom of God™ Our planning services are offered as a courtesy to our donors.