Cause Of Ven. Fulton Sheen Suspended

[Cherie]

http://cdop.org/post/PostFeatured.aspx?ID=3490

"It is with immense sadness that the Most Reverend Daniel R. Jenky, CSC, Bishop of Peoria and President of the Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen Foundation, announced today that the Cause for Sheen’s beatification and canonization has for the foreseeable future been suspended. The process to verify a possible miracle attributed to Sheen had been going extremely well, and only awaited a vote of the Cardinals and the approval of the Holy Father. There was every indication that a possible date for beatification in Peoria would have been scheduled for as early as the coming year. The Holy See expected that the remains of Venerable Sheen would be moved to Peoria where official inspection would be made and first class relics be taken. Subsequently, the Archdiocese of New York denied Bishop Jenky’s request to move the body to Peoria. After further discussion with Rome, it was decided that the Sheen Cause would now have to be relegated to the Congregation’s historic archive.

"Countless supporters especially from the local church in Central Illinois have given their time, treasure and talent for this good work with the clear understanding that the body of Venerable Sheen would return to the Diocese. Bishop Jenky was personally assured on several occasions by the Archdiocese of New York that the transfer of the body would take place at the appropriate time. New York’s change of mind took place as the work on behalf of the Cause had reached a significant stage.

"Bishop Jenky is what is technically called the 'actor' of the Sheen Cause. The Diocese of Peoria and the Sheen Foundation have prayed and labored for this good work for the last twelve years. The Bishop is heartbroken not only for his flock in Peoria but also for the many supporters of the Sheen Cause from throughout the world who have so generously supported Peoria’s efforts. It should be noted, however, that saints are always made by God not by man. Efforts for many causes have sometimes taken decades or even centuries. Bishop Jenky urges that those who support the Sheen Cause continue their prayers that God’s will be made manifest.

"No further comment will be released at this time."

[puellapaschalis]

I had to double-check the date. Wasn't there an earlier episode of New York not wanting to share? A couple of years ago, say?

[CatherineM]

I don't understand why that would stop his process. Cardinal Newman's body was completely turned to dust/dirt. Makes me wonder if something was said about him that messed things up.

[Basilisa Marie]

I don't understand why this would stop the process, either, or why New York seems to be acting like a greedy child. There's got to be some information we don't have, right? 

[Cherie]

There must be more to this story, something that they can't say in public?! It just seems like such a petty thing.

Apparently the cause was suspended a few years ago to face the question of whether Peoria or New York would take up the cause. Agreement was met, the cause went forward, and now this?!

Heartbreaking. :(

[puellapaschalis]

I think (think) it's something to do with the relics being in the territory of the actor so that he can present that investigation as coming from his own diocese.

[Credo in Deum]

Looks like God is asking for patience and perseverance. Thy will be done Lord!

[blazeingstar]

It sounds like a war over a body.  That's absolutely disgusting.  I am of the mindset that bodies should not be moved.  It's disrespectful.        

[Basilisa Marie]

And New York has SO MANY SAINTS. It seems so weird.  There's got to be something we don't know about, I really hope it's not just them being petty.

[KnightofChrist]

I'm not giving up hope for his cause. I recall Ven. Sheen telling the story of one his experiences at Vatican II, he was to give a speech, but for what ever reason Cardinal Agagianian attempted to stop him from giving his speech. But Cardinal Felice told his brother Cardinal "Sheen will speak", and he did and he will one day be declared a Saint.

[John Ryan]

I am worried about making the venerable Oscar Romero a saint, first and foremost. Then we can worry about the Venerable Fulton Sheen.

[Cherie]

Some more news, for those interested:

http://www.patheos.com/blogs/theanchoress/2014/09/04/breaking-ny-archdiocese-responds-on-sheen/

[truthfinder]

I am worried about making the venerable Oscar Romero a saint, first and foremost. Then we can worry about the Venerable Fulton Sheen.

Unfortunately, his cause seems to be mired in they very contentious greater theological debate around liberation theology.  Maybe when the theological debates are over, his cause will move forward.  I want both their causes to move!

[PhuturePriest]

Ah, petty Church politics getting in the way of beatifications and canonizations. Everyone's favorite embarassing controversy.

[veritasluxmea]

I remember when JPII was up for canonization and people were complaining that it was "too quick" and they should slow down or something. If it's not one thing, it's another....