Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-01-29
VIEWS OF THE POPE
As Expressed in His Encyolioal to the
Church ip America.
The Catholic University Commended
Relations of the Faithful to Secret
societies-The Press, sc.

| An abstract Of some portions Of the en-
cyclical Of Pope Leo to the church in this
country was published in yesterdays Star.
| Several of the topics were discussed at
| some length, especially the one relating to
Archbishop Satolli.
! Concerning Mgr. Satolh and his power,
! the encyclical states that when the coun-
| Gil of Baltimore had concluded Its labors
| the duty still remained of putting, SO to
| speak, a proper and becoming crown upon
| the work. This, we perceived, could
| scarcely be done in a more fitting manner
| than through the due establishment of the
| apostolic see Of an American legation.
| Accordingly, as you are aware, we have
| done this.
For the Roman pontir. upon whom
Christ has conferred ordinary and i'm
mediate jurisdiction, as we'll over all and
singular churches. as over all and singular
pastors and faithful, since he cannot per-
sonally visit the different regions and thus
exercise the pastoral office over the flock
intrusted to him, finds 1t necessary, from
time to time, in the discharge of the min
istry imposed on him, to dispatch legates
into different parts of the world, according
as the need arises; who, supplying his
place. may correct errors, make the rough
ways plain, and administer to the people
confided to their care increased means Of
salvation"
Authority of the bishops.
But how unjust and baseless would be
the suspicion, should 1t anywhere exist,
that the powers conferred on the legate
are an obstacle to the authority of the
bishops.
1t goes on to say that "since it is the
office and function Of an apostolic legate.
with whatsoever powers he be vested, to
CIV thn nd of int ho
will OF the pontif who sends him, far from
his being any detriment to the ordinary
powers of the bishops, he will rather bring
an accession of stability and strength.
His authority win possess no slight weight
for preserving in the multitude a submits
sive spirit; in the clergy, discipline, and
due reverence for the bishops; and In the
bishops, mutual charity and an intimate
union of souls
The encyclical then refers to the indis-
solubility of marriage and the deadly pest
Of divorce. The evils of divorce are for
chilly stated. and the pope declares that
divorce is as hostile to the state as to the
family.
The reference to the Catholic University
was as follows:
For our part, we have left nothing I'M
done, so far circumstances permitted, to
preserve and more solidly establish among
you the Catholic religion. With this in
tent, we have, you are well aware,
turned our attention to two especial OBJ
jects: first. the advancement of learning;
second, perfecting in the methods in the
management of church affairs. There al
ready, indeed, existed several distinguish
ed universities. We, however, thought 1T
advisable that there should be one founded
endowed by us with all suitable powers.
in which Catholic professors might In
struct those devoted TO the pursuit of
learning. The design was to begin with
philosophy and theology, adding, as means
and circumstances would allow, the re-
naming branches; those particularly which
the present age has introduced or perfect
ed. An education cannot be deemed COM
plete which takes no notice of modern
sciences. 1t is obvious that In the exist
ing keen competition OF talents, and the
widespread, and in itself, noble and praise
worthy passion for knowledge, Catholics
ought to be, not followers, but leaders. 1t
is necessary. therefore, that they should
cultivate every refinement of learning and
zealously train their minds to the discov-
cry of truth and the Investigation, so far
as 1t is possible, of the entire domain Of
nature. This, in every age. has been the
desire of the church.
University Established.
Upon the enlargement of the boundaries
Of the science has she been wont to be-
stow all possible labor and energy. BY a
letter, therefore. dated the 7th Of March.
in the year Of our Lord 1880, directed to
you, venerable brethren, we established at
Washington, your capital city, esteemed
for the higher studies. university for the
instruction of young men DESTROYS Of pur-
suing advanced courses. In announcing
this matter to our venerable brethren, the
cardinals of the Holy Roman Church, in
conSStcry, we express the wish that 1T
should be regarded as the fixed law of the
university to unite erudition and learning
with soundness Of faith and to Undue it's
students not less with religion than with
scientific culture"
To the bishops Of the United States we
intrusted the task of establishing a suitable
course Of studies and Of supervising the
the office and authority of chancellor, as it
is called, upon the archbishop Of Balti-
more. And, by Divine favor, quite happy
beginning was made. For, without any de-
lay, while you were celebrating the hum
dredth anniversary of the establishment of
your ecclesiastical hierarchy, under the
brightest auspices, in the presence of our
delegate the divinity classes were opened |
From that time onward we know that
theological science has been impaired by
the diligence Of eminent men, the renown |
of whose talents and learning receives a |
fitting crown in their recognized loyalty !
and devotion to the apostolic see.
Liberal Gifts.
Nor is 1t long since we were appraised |
that. thanks to the liberality of pious |
priest, new building had been construct
ed, in which young men as we'll as cleric
natural sciences and in literature. From our |
Of the American character We |
are fully confident that the example set by |
this noble man will incite others of your |
citizens to initiate him; they will not fail |
to realize that liberality exercised toward |
so great an object will be repaid by the |
very greatest advantage to the public.
No one can be ignorant how powerfully |
similar institutions of learning, whether |
originally founded by the Roman Church |
herself from time to time or approved and |
promoted by her legislation, have contrib
uted to the spread of knowledge and civil
Ization in every part of Europe Even in
our day, though other instances might be |
given, it is enough to mention the Univer-
sity of Louvain, to which the entire Bel
gian nation ascribes it's almost daily in
crease in prosperity and glory. Equally
abundant will be the benefits proceeding |
from the Washington University, If the
professors and students Gas we doubt not
they wild be mindful of our injunctions,
and, stunning party spirit and strife, con-
cilate the good opinion of the people and
clergy. ..r
As to Secret Societies.
The portion in reference to secret So