Posted on 02/18/2003 7:46:29 AM PST by miltonim
Catholic school reinstates lunch with Granholm
The Associated Press 2/18/03 7:40 AM
FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- A Catholic school that rejected a donation by Gov. Jennifer Granholm over her support of abortion rights says it wants the gift after all.
Granholm is Catholic and says she opposes abortion but supports freedom of choice. The Catholic church opposes legalized abortion.
The governor had offered to have lunch at the Capitol with the winner of an auction Saturday supporting Mercy High School.
The all-girls school at first accepted the offer but reversed itself after some parents and alumnae complained.
Now, Mercy says it has changed its mind a second time and decided to accept Granholm's offer, The Oakland Press of Pontiac, Detroit Free Press and The Detroit News reported Tuesday.
The suburban Detroit school issued a statement Monday saying that the administration and trustees reconsidered the decision during the weekend.
"Our consideration last week to withdraw the item took into account the sensitivity of the issue and its potential impact on the welfare of our students," the statement said. "The topic has provoked much discussion and debate.
"We believe that providing Mercy students and mothers with the chance to meet with Gov. Granholm is a valuable educational opportunity and fully consistent with our school's philosophy, mission and values."
Granholm said Monday night that she was happy to provide the lunch and hopes the "few detractors" will respect Mercy's decision.
"I am and have always been supportive of Mercy High School," Granholm said in a news release. "It is unfortunate that a few people have been successful in putting that great institution in a difficult position."
A date for the lunch has not been set.
Members of the Stop Granholm Church and Truth Project have continually protested Granholm's support of abortion rights.
On Monday, it called on Detroit Cardinal Adam Maida to overturn the decision.
"We hope Cardinal Maida will take a courageous stand," the group's director, Monica Migliorino-Miller of South Lyon, said in a news release. "A Catholic school should not champion just any women. Racist women shouldn't be honored and neither should pro-abortion politicians" who flout Catholic teachings.
Megan Myers, a 17-year-old senior at Mercy, said she was pleased by the latest turn in the school's policy.
"It's good that it's back on. It's great that somebody now is going to have an opportunity to have lunch with such an intelligent woman," she said.
But 1975 graduate Rosemarie Denton expressed disappointment and said she will not send her daughter, a seventh-grader, to the school.
"Apparently the liberals have taken over, and they can have it," Denton said. "When you say you're a Catholic school, then you should abide by the teachings of the Catholic church."
Opponents said they would picket Saturday's auction, titled "A Night with the Stars."
Copyright 2003 Associated Press. All rights reserved.
Before the Imported Canadian Socialist ever took office, her publicist was quoted as saying:
1) She needed a clothing designer becuase the cloths on the rack weren't good enough for her
and
2)The citizens of Michigan needed to build a Mansion more in the Regal style of other States, because the Current one in not suited for raising a family. Arggggggggggggggg It's gonna be a long Governors term!
This from a reputedly intelligent woman? "Intelligent" like Hillary!, perhaps? That's not intelligent at all, its just plain stupid. Why is it unfortunate that a reputedly "great institution" should be put in a difficult position? If they're wrong, as they are in this case, they should be put in a difficult position (it's more accurate to say that they put themselves in a difficult position). Maybe they'll think the next time they try something stupid.
A couple of thousand years ago a few people, led by one, put a lot of "great" institutions in difficult positions. Then, as now, people had to choose who they would stand with. A Catholic school, of all institutions, should stand with those who choose life, and oppose those who choose to support wanton slaughter.
Please call Sr. Doelker, President, Mercy High: (248) 476-8079
http://www.michigan.gov/gov/0,1607,7-168--57920--,00.html
Touting her own religion and that of her husband's family while promoting abortion is soooo wrong.
Of course, an interesting sidenote is that she studied French at Berkeley, which explains much...
http://www.detnews.com/2002/religion/0209/29/a01-599804.htm
Ditto! And your note was not wasted. Someone noted on the previous post that Sr. was a bit disconcerted over all the media attention. She vascillated between "yes" and "no" ... perhaps tomorrow, after reading our notes, she'll let the "ney's" have it again.
You can't have it both ways. You can't oppose abortion and say its OK for other people to have an abortion. Either abortion is right, or it's wrong. If it's wrong, it's wrong for all. If it's right, it's right for all.
I'm saddened by these events. Lord, have mercy on us sinners.
So did I ......... where did you go to school, if you don't mind my asking?
As for Sr. Regina, last week she "made news" by removing the luncheon with Gov. Granholm from the auction. She was very surprised by the "media attention" and has now caved in to the pressure.
Love your note! I sent her one last week of total support. Guess I'll have to send a retraction.
And, there you have it .. Apparently the liberals have taken over, lead by Sr. Regina Marie. Here are some of the other items being auctioned off. Definitely not a typical middle class school. Check out Item #7. Cavier??? Sister, I believe the correct spelling is Caviar.
Sneak Peek
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ITEM #1
MOONSTRUCK CHER Tickets Four fantastic concert tickets to the Cher concert at Joe Louis Arena on Saturday, May 17, 2003. Donated by Rick & Robin Franks |
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ITEM # 2
DIAMONDS ARE A GIRL'S BEST FRIEND 14 K Two Tone Diamond Ring Donated by Orin Jewelers, Inc. |
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ITEM # 3
SHOWBOAT Steamer "City of Detroit" Lithograph Lithograph by Jim Clary, 1974, City of Detroit III - Artist proof #7. Original D&C stock certificate from 1930 will accompany this fine piece of art. Donated by Nick Martines & Family |
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ITEM # 4
HOOP DREAMS A Suite at the Palace to See the Pistons Twelve tickets and a private, lower level suite for the Pistons basketball game on Sunday, March 9, 2003, at 6:00 p.m., against the Golden State Warriors. Four prepaid parking passes included for suiteholder reserved parking. Also includes up to $250.00 in food and non-alcholic beverage service during the game. Donated by Design Systems, Inc. |
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ITEM # 5
CADDYSHACK Play the South Course at Oakland Hills Lunch and golf for three at Oakland Hills on the south course, site of the 2002 United States Amateur Championship and 2004 Ryder Cup. Mutually agreed upon date. Must play with member. Proper attire required. Donated by Joe & Karen Coan |
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ITEM # 6
DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER Sapphire/Diamond Slide Pendant Necklace Adorn your neck with this stunning 16" 14K white gold three millimeter domed Italian Omega necklace with slide pendant of 0.92 carat blue sapphire and two channel set .07 brilliant cut diamonds. Donated by Randy & Debbie Bickle |
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ITEM # 7
CHAMPAGNE KISSES Administrative Team Dinner Dinner for eight in your home catered by Sr. Regina Doelker, John Gernacy, Jonell Linsky, and Carolyn Witte. They will be led by "world-renowned" Chef, Associate Principal Will Gervais. Chef Gervais and the team are experienced and known for their exquisite cuisine. Bon Appetit! Expires January 30, 2004. Donated by Mercy Administrative Team |
I just spoke with Cardinal Maida's spokesman in an attempt to clarify rumours that he would not interfere in the Mercy High School Auction.
The spokesperson states, "The Cardinal believes that this is a matter best resolved by the Mercy High School administration. The issue should be taken up with the High School's board of trustees and the Sisters of Mercy. The Cardinal himself regrets that the school has chosen to take this action and regrets any confusion this action may cause."
To which I respond, "The HMS Blog regrets that Cardinal Maida is such a gutless weasel." Please call the Cardinal and let them know your displeasure. Keep the phones ringing. (313) 237-5816
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