Summer 2013 Volume 45, No. 2 GRAYMOORTODAY Newsletter of the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement Father Paul’s Charity to All ~ Serving Those in Need t. Paul wrote to the Corinthians that “. . .though I have all faith, so that I could remove moun- Stains, and have not charity, I am nothing.” (1 Cor. 13). Fr. Paul Wattson, SA, whose faith not only established the Franciscan Friars of the Atone- ment but also their home on the Holy Mountain at Graymoor, took this to heart, basing all of his ac- tivities on charity.

Not only did Father Paul’s charity result in the Union That Nothing Be Lost, which continues to support projects in North America and around Father Paul of Graymoor, 1938 the world, the Week of Prayer for Christian Unity under the auspices of the Holy Childhood Associa- (formerly known as the Church Unity Octave), and tion, “a worldwide Society of Catholic Children, St. Christopher’s Inn for homeless and wayfaring whose object was the education and support of men at Graymoor, it enabled him to help the poor children everywhere.” and oppressed no matter who they were. Some years he was able to help as many as From January 1918 until his death in Febru- six hundred infants. His appeals, as they were for ary 1940, every Lamp magazine that Father Paul all his missions, were very tender. Month after published devoted a section to helping babies in month he wrote articles headed: “Resolved; that we need. Father Paul’s ministry to these children was build a new church for Father Collins in Sour Lake, Texas;” “Food for the Starving;” “Uganda Missionary Needs Five Hundred Dollars to Build a School.” continued on page 8 INSIDE THIS ISSUE...

Glad Tidings ...... page 2 Friars in ...... page 2 Friar Jubilees...... page 4 Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligious Institute ...... page 5 Graymoor Spiritual Life Center ...... page 9 Bell Tower Notes ...... page 11

Father Paul visiting a family in Francesco ~ The New Bishop of Rome Hereford, Texas, 1922 see page 6 . . .

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by Fr. Bob Warren, SA CENTRO PRO UNIONE eople often talk with me about very summer, the Centro Pro Unione, the Friars’ ecu- their difficulty with prayer. It menical research and action center in Rome, has of- seems to be a re-occurring P fered a three week introductory course for Catholics problem at any age. I can not re- E member all the details or the char- and non-Catholics on the ecumenical and interreligious acters but in Eugene O’Neill’s play, movements. Organized by Minister General V. Rev. James The Great God Brown, we see a man F. Puglisi, SA, it approaches the topic from a Catholic per- on his deathbed and he is frightened. At his side is his mother spective. This year’s course took place from June 24 to July 12. and she speaks to him as though he were still a child. The role of the Centro and the Franciscan Friars of She says, “go to sleep, Billy. It is all right.” He replies, the Atonement is to build bridges between who “yes, mother.” Then he says, “it was dark and I could not see where I was going and they all picked on me. They know I am have been divided so that their common witness to the bad.” The mother says, “but you are tired now. Go to sleep.” He Gospel becomes one more step on the path to the full vis- asks, “but when I wake up what will it be like?” She replies, ible unity that prayed for on the eve of His passion: “the sun will be rising.” “That they all may be one. . . so that the world may believe” St. John tells us that God is love. Billy fears that God (John 17:21). may be justice. These are different viewpoints and your view- point is going to color the way you pray. If you see God as an all-seeing, critical eye or whether you see God as a pair of arms that embrace you, obviously, that is going to influence the way you pray. So ask yourself: “What is my image of God?” Is he a loving friend or a strict taskmaster?

Some people tell me they feel embarrassed to pray. They are people who do not think of God in good times. But let tragedy or sickness strike and they are banging on the church door. I hear it all the time. “I never go to church and I Every year, Catholics and non-Catholics participate in Centro Pro never pray. “ “I never really think of God.” “Now the chips are Unione’s Summer Course. It is designed for those in preparation for min- down and the doctor told me the bad news. So now I am turn- istry or religious life, who are in the mission field, who are ecumenical ing to God, but I almost feel squeamish or embarrassed.” officers or members of ecumenical commissions, or who are looking for a sabbatical experience led by qualified professors and ecumenists. People like that forget that God has no pride. We are For more information visit: www.prounione.urbe.it. dealing with a God who is so humble that He runs to meet the prodigal. God leaves the ninety-nine to look for the one. God ASSISI NOVITIATE is probably the only one in our lives who stoops to conquer. So Fr. Brian Terry, SA never let the prayer of embarrassment stop you from ap- novice director, reports proaching God. It is music to His ears. that Friar Novice Then we have the prayer of hindsight. Everyone who Johnny Aloysius is is over twenty-five knows what that is. You go through life and continuing his liturgi- there are things that are terrible and painful— that leave scars. cal training as Master Sometimes in hindsight you can say to the Lord, “I never want of Ceremonies at the to go through that again, but it made me a better person. It Friar Novice Johnny Aloysius (above) made a difference in the way I look at life, the way I live life Cathedral of San with Fr. Puglisi at the meeting of the In- and the way I treat others.” Rufino. Johnny is con- ternational Franciscan Conference of the Brothers and Sisters of the Third cluding his studies at Order Regular, which was held in Assisi The Scriptures tell us to ask and we will receive, to the Basilica of St. Fran- this April. Fr. Puglisi, who is immediate seek and we will find, to knock and the door will be opened. cis. For the past year, past president of IFC-TOR, has been One thing that we have to realize is that in prayer God will not named to the official Vatican delegation always give us what we ask for. But God will always give us he has also been study- to be headed by Bishop Brian Farrell, LC, what we need. ing the Rule of the Secretary of the Pontifical Council for Regular of the Promotion of Christian Unity. And that is Glad Tidings. St. Francis and the Constitutions and General Statues of the Pray with Fr. Bob Franciscan Friars of the Atonement in anticipation of his pro- AtonementFriars.org/Pray fession in September. - 2- VOCATIONS ATONEMENTFRIARS.ORG/VOCATIONS

by Fr. Dennis Polanco, SA, Jesus was a great observer of Vocation Minister people and saw in them what they had ecently while surfing the Web I not even imagined possible. He con- re-visited the US Conference of stantly invited them to see the King- RCatholic Bishops’ website: dom of God all around them and www.usccb.org to see what was new. witness to it in various ways. He never forced anyone...the choice was theirs. The Bishop’s website is a gold He does the same today... mine of information for anyone inter- ested in the New Evangelization. On He says: ICNU . . . one page there, the letters ICNU caught my eye. It stands for “I see in you,” As part of our ICNU plan, in July, which is a simple way to remember our Friars at the Chapel of Our Savior how to make a sincere comment to an foryourvocation.org / portuvocacion.org in Brockton, MA collaborated with the active young adult or teen considering Prayer Card for Vocations vocations team on an exhibit at a Uni- a life of service within in the Church. “Joe courtesy usccb.org. versity of Rhode Island youth confer- or Lisa, ICNU. . . the qualities that would make you a ence which attracted over 2,000 teens. good Friar, Sister, Brother. . . I want to encourage you Sponsoring events like this with our local ministries of- to pray about it.” It’s a great way to encourage OPEN- fers interested youth and young adults the opportunity NESS to the possibility of a religious vocation. to meet and visit with our Friars in their local area.

Y OU C AN H ELP P ROMOTE V OCATIONS

Pray for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and consecrated life. Jesus says in Matthew 9:38 “…beg the master of the harvest to send laborers into the vineyard.” If we want more priests, sis- ters and brothers, we all need to ask.

Practice the faith. Lead by example and remember to live your life committed to growing in a deep, intimate and loving relationship with God. If the young people you know observe your dedication, they can begin to discern God’s importance in their own lives.

Teach young people to pray – or at least to spend fifteen minutes in quiet each day. Prayer and/or quiet reflection can provide youth with an opportunity to begin to receive clear direction in their lives. Benedict XVI said that unless we teach our youth how to pray, they will never hear God calling them into a deeper relationship with Him and to the discipleship of the Church.

Encourage young adults and teens to consider a vocation to the priesthood or consecrated life. Talk about vocations as a joyful life, a very special life. A simple, sincere comment should not be un- derestimated. Vocations never mentioned and kept out of sight are out of mind.

Come and See Discernment Retreat Weekend October 4 - 6, 2013 Graymoor, Garrison, New York

National Catholic Youth Conference World Days of Prayer for: National Vocation November 21- 23, 2013 Consecrated Life February 2, 2014 Awareness Week Indianapolis, Indiana Vocations May 11, 2014 November 2 - 9, 2014

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- 3- FRIARS OBSERVE JUBILEES AT GRAYMOOR ~ CELEBRATING SERVICE TO GOD n June 22, four Friars, along with their friends, families, and fellow Friars, celebrated Jubilees, Omarking their arrivals into the community and the start of their religious lives. Minister General V. Rev. James F. Puglisi, SA, was the principal celebrant at the Mass in the Chapel of Our Lady of the Atonement at Graymoor. Fr. Raymond Luis, SA, was the homilist.

This year’s Jubilarians are from right: Fr. Martin Madison, SA (60 years), Fr. Damian MacPherson, SA (50 years), Br. James Riley, SA (60 years), and Fr. Carmen Giuliano, SA (60 years). Minister General V. Rev. James F.

Puglisi, SA, is center. photo: Br. John O’Hara, SA DO NOT FEAR TO HOPE ATONEMENTFRIARS.ORG/DNFH wenty-five years ago, the Friars noticed that a grow- sions, retreats, and financial help for those living with ing number of people with HIV were coming to HIV. Do Not Fear to Hope is now one of New York’s T12-step retreats offered by the Graymoor Spiritual longest running HIV ministries. Life Center. At the time, there was no effective treatment and people with the disease were sometimes ostracized 2013 FRANCISCAN PEACEMAKER AWARD by family and community. Recognizing that people with HIV often saw themselves as modern day lepers, On July 21, Fr. Bob and the Friars were rec- the Friars initiated a weekend retreat for them. Fourteen ognized by the Franciscan Federation at their an- people came to the joy-filled first retreat. It was the first nual conference in Pittsburgh for their efforts on time the participants had been able to openly talk about behalf of Do Not Fear to Hope. their experience and share their problems and fears. At The Franciscan Federation is a national or- the end of the weekend they asked if they could con- ganization dedicated to promoting “Franciscan tinue to meet…and Do Not Fear to Hope was born. Evangelical Life and its implication for these times and for our world.” Members are congregations who Do Not Fear to Hope, now directed by Fr. Bob follow the Third Order Regular Rule of St. Francis of Warren, SA, has adapted and changed over the years to support people as they adjust to advances in medi- Assisi. cine and treatment. While the understanding of HIV has DNFH AND SUMMER CAMP changed in the last quarter century, the Friars’ compas- his summer six chil- sionate approach to helping people deal with the day- dren are attending to-day reality of living with the disease remains the same Tcamp courtesy of by steadfastly offering a Do Not Fear to Hope. welcoming ear, emer- Camp Viva, in Rhinebeck, gency support and as- NY, is a program of Family sistance, and a place to Services of Westchester for children and families turn to when life seems infected or affected by HIV. Through its week- beyond endurance. long sleep away camp and its year-round follow- up program, Camp Viva provides respite, medical In the spirit of Fa- supervision, support, recreation, and education to ther Paul, the Friars prevent the further spread of HIV. continue to offer ses- Fr. Bob Warren, SA

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WORLD COUNCIL OF CHURCHES TO HOLD TENTH WORLD ASSEMBLY by Fr. James Loughran, SA, Director, GEII he World Council of Churches, a fellowship of Information provided by Orthodox, Anglican, and Protestant churches, the WCC states that once an As- Trepresenting 110 countries and over 500 million sembly is called to order, it be- Christians, will gather for its Tenth World Assembly in comes “the highest governing Busan, South Korea from October 30 body of the WCC. It is a moment to November 8, 2013. The theme is when the fellowship of member “God of Life, Lead Us to Justice churches comes together as a and Peace.” The WCC states that whole in prayer and celebration. this “was inspired by the diver- The assembly has the mandate to sity of Asian contexts and by a review programs, to issue public statements and de- growing sense of urgency to termine the overall policies of the WCC, as well as to care for life and seek justice.” elect presidents and a Central Committee that over- sees the council’s work until the next assembly.” Since its inception at its first As- sembly in Amsterdam in 1948, The expectation of this Assembly is that it will the WCC has held eight other As- strengthen the bonds among member churches, in semblies, about once every seven the spirit of the last Assembly in Porto Alegre. The years: in Evanston, Illinois (1954), New Delhi, India churches will also speak out together for peace and (1961), Uppsala, Sweden (1968), Nairobi, Kenya justice in the world. An important Faith and Order (1975), Vancouver, Canada (1983), Canberra, Australia document, “The Church Towards a Common Vision” (1981), Harare, Zimbabwe (1998) and Porto Alegre, will be presented for approval. (2006). While the is not a WCC member, Franciscan Friars of the Atonement have ob- As all Christians move forward in the ecu- served several of these Assemblies over the years. menical movement, we offer our prayers for the As- This year, Ecumenical Trends (see box on this page) sembly and ask God to bring about the unity that expects to report from Busan. Christ wills, when he wills it, and as he wills it.

ECUMENICAL TRENDS ach year, the Friars join in prayer with other Christians around the world during the ublished since 1972 by EWeek of Prayer for Christian Unity. Ini- Graymoor Ecumenical & tiated by the Friars’ Founder Father Paul in 1908, it PInterreligious Institute, Ec- is held from January 18 through 25. umenical Trends reports on the ecu- menical and interreligious movements around the world. An important expression of ecumenical ac- Ecumenical Trends touches upon all of the issues tivity at the local level, the theme and text for each of serious interest to those committed to the ecumenical year’s observance are chosen and prepared by rep- movement not only as they relate to Catholics, Anglicans, resentatives of the Pontifical Council for Promoting Protestants, Evangelicals, and Orthodox, but also to Jew- Christian Unity and representatives from the World ish, Muslim, and other faiths as well. Contributors are Council of Churches. scholars and theologians of all religions. 2013 Catholic Press Association Award Winner! In the , GEII develops, adapts “a serious and thoughtful publication for intellectual reflection. . . and publishes texts for use during the Week of Writing level appropriate to specialists in the area, but accessible Prayer for Christian Unity. to an informed layperson or observer.” Information on the Subscription: $25/year 2014 Week of Prayer for Christian Unity Graymoor Ecumenical & Interreligious Institute P.O. Box 333, Garrison, New York 10524-0333 will be available at www.GEII.org 845-424-2109 ~ www.GEII.org/EcumenicalTrends

- 5- THAT THEY ALL MAY BE ONE. . .

FRANCESCO, THE NEW BISHOP OF ROME by V. Rev. James F. Puglisi, SA Minister General hrough his renunciation of the papacy, their blood and it is Benedict XVI has made a gesture of the here that their tombs Thighest value in that he has humanized are preserved), he also the figure and ministry of the Bishop of Rome. has the duty of guid- Like every other minister of the Church, the ing the Church that is pope is a person dedicated to a life not only in the elder sister of all service to the Lord but also to his brothers and the other Christian sisters. He does not seek any- churches. As such, he is called, ac- thing other than to promote cording to the expression of St. Ig- the Gospel and human fra- natius of Antioch, to “preside in ternity in conformity with charity over the communion of God’s plan for the Church. churches.”

The way in which the This is an undertaking that appears new Bishop of Rome pres- to be almost beyond the capabili- ents himself reveals how he ties of a single person. It is a mis- wishes us to view his ministry. sion that must be exercised ever He is a bishop among other more collegially so that the respon- bishops. However, since he is sibilities bearing on the guidance bishop of the city that is the of the Catholic community and on point of reference for the relations with the other Chris- Catholic churches through- tian churches and ecclesial com- CNS photo/Bob Roller out the world (Rome is munions as well as the entire world fulfill the where Peter and Paul gave witness by shedding prayer of Jesus: “that they all may be one. . .

FRIARS IN THE NEWS As Pope Francis took his place as the leader of the Catholic Church, his vow that he will serve the “the poorest, the weak- est, the least important,” brought requests for comment by the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement from both national and local media.

Before the installation of the pope, Fr. Puglisi was inter- viewed in Assisi by Maria Shriver of NBC News. He offered insights into the choice of the pope’s historic choice of name.

Fr. Puglisi also was heard on Vatican Radio, where he discussed the attendance of the Ecumenical Patri- arch of Constantinople. Br. Gregory Lucrezia, SA, in the New York Times, commented on the new pope’s “. . .prayerful attitude and ability to unite everyone.” Fr. Brian Terry, SA, appeared in a YouTube video posted by Catholic News Service: “Francis: the saint and the pope.”

AtonementFriars.org/FriarsInTheNews - 6- . . .SO THE WORLD MAY BELIEVE (JOHN 17:21) so the world may believe.” For this reason, the Franciscan Friars of the Atonement called Fire in the Night: e Life and upon the Holy Spirit to guide the steps of our new pope and to inspire him to truly emulate the fig- Legacy of Fr. Paul of Graymoor ure of the saint whose name he has chosen. Francis of Assisi is not only the saint of by Fr. Joseph Scerbo, SA poverty and simplicity and of freedom and fra- An Excerpt: ternity, he is also the saint earnestly engaged in reforming the Church. Because of his journey to As fire shines in the night, Fr. Paul’s earthly life bright- ened this world. His courage and determination had Damietta, Egypt in 1219 where he peacefully met given rise to a community (the Society of the Atone- with the Muslim ruler, Saladin, he is also the saint ment) dedicated to the heart of Jesus and to his pas- seen as the originator of the ideal of peace and sion for unity and reconciliation. In the service of this interreligious dialogue. He has likewise inspired mission, scores of men had become friars (and) thou- many ecologists in our times for the love of na- sands of the faithful had found spiritual renewal on ture and of creation that motivated him to sing pilgrimages to Graymoor. the “Canticle of Creatures.” This pioneer for Christian unity had a broad vision and a long reach. This apostle of charity, ardent Fran- The words whispered to Cardinal ciscan, champion of the Church, reconciler, interna- Bergoglio just after his election to “remember the tional leader, and missionary at heart touched the poor” inspired him, he world in a Christ-like way. said, to take the name Pope Francis He took the path marked out by God and discovered Francis. “I thought of St. challenges us to the truth of himself and of his relationship with God. Francis of Assisi then I look at how we live The Society of the Atonement, its works, and myriad thought of war. Francis in the world. personal transformations stand in testimony to the loved peace and that is authenticity of his journey. how the name came to May the life of Fr. Paul spark your imagination. me.” Pope Francis thought of the saint as a “poor man, a simple man, as we would “. . . In Fire in the Night, it is my hope that women and like a poor church, for the poor.” men will discover the person of Paul Wattson, his out- This is certainly the thinking of standing Christian virtues and heroic efforts … a builder a religious and spiritual man. of bridges, an ambassador of reconciliation, a true Fran- ciscan. May these pages inspire you to be engaged in the For the Friars, other search to fulfill Christ’s prayer for the unity of his fol- lowers … as was Fr. Paul. ” , and everyone ~~ V. Rev. James F. Puglisi, SA, Minister General within the Church, Pope Fran-

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- 7- FATHER PAULAND CHARITYTO ALL continued from page 1 Father Paul’s charity extended to all ethnic medicines on behalf of the ill and made per- groups and minorities. Towards black Americans , sonal loans to the unemployed. who during his lifetime were segregated and de- prived of their civil rights, he showed great com- Perhaps Father Paul’s view of charity is passion. In the early nineteen hundreds, he heartily best expressed in the motto attributed to John praised Booker T. Washington, took up the cause of Wesley and which he later incorporated into Catholic sisters teaching in segregated schools, his rule for the Union That Nothing Be Lost: “To urged support of a black hospital in Memphis, Ten- Do All The Good I Can, In All the Ways I Can, To nessee, and worked with Catherine de Hueck in Whomsoever I Can.” setting up her Friendship House in in the 1930s. Today, the Friars continue to follow Fa- ther Paul’s spirit of charity to the poor, the alien- Father Paul’s progressive views are ex- ated, and the marginalized. Do Not Fear to pressed in this excerpt from a 1925 sermon: Hope (see page 4) and St. Christopher’s Inn (see page 10) are only two of the ministries of . . .Now there is nothing like that in those out- reconciliation and healing they offer to people stretched arms of the Saviour . . . because we were all of every ethnic group and economic class. In derived from the same fountain source of Adam and addition to their work for Christian unity and whether the skin of those he died for was black, or interreligious dialogue and their work in white, or yellow, or green. . . . His arms outstretched in charity are for everyone that responds to that love. parishes, Friars assist in prisons, serve in food Therefore, no matter what the station of life, or what pantries, and minister to those in hospitals the race represented by the individual, he can look throughout the United States, Canada, England, up with the fullest confidence upon that figure on Italy, and Japan. the cross and say of him, “He loves me very much, and, if I had been the only being in the world that had gone astray, he would have been willing to go through all that suffering for me, and for me only.”

During the 1930s, many Germans escaped Nazi persecution by fleeing to the United States. Father Paul, on this side of the Atlantic, was ready to assist them by writing letters on their behalf and helping them find work.

Father Paul’s charity extended to individu- In Father Paul’s spirit, the Friars continue to offer als as well. In a few cases, he even arranged for hope, comfort, and healing to all in need. Father Paul’s Prayer For Charity O God, Who hast taught us that all our doings without charity are nothing worthy, send Thine Holy Ghost and pour into our hearts that most excellent gift of charity, that very bond of peace and of all virtue, without which whosoever liveth is counted dead before Thee. Grant this for the sake of Thy only begotten Son, Jesus Christ. Amen.

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CONTINUING FATHER PAUL’S LEGACY visit the beautiful shrines and chapels that find their home here, including the World Trade Cen- ter Memorial Cross in St. Jude’s Pond and Prayer Garden.

In June, thousands visit in honor of St. Anthony, whose shrine at Graymoor is a testa- ment to Father Paul’s dream for a grand church to be built in the saint’s honor at the Holy Moun- Father Paul at the outdoor St. Anthony Shrine, 1939. tain’s summit. ather Paul joyed in welcoming pilgrims to Graymoor. Throughout his life, thousands of Completed in Fvisitors flocked to the Holy Mountain during 1960, and refur- the pilgrimage bished in 2010, St. season, which ran Anthony Shrine in- from the first Sun- cludes the Alpha day of June and Omega Altar through the last based on the words Br. John O’Hara, SA, greets Sunday in Octo- of Christ, “I am the pilgrims, St. Anthony Day, 2013. ber. In the sum- Alpha and Omega, the First and the Last, the Be- mer of 1938, fifty ginning and the End.” (Rev. 22:13). thousand pilgrims came to Gray- Father Paul never permitted gates to be St. Anthony Shrine today moor. One Sun- erected around the Holy Mountain at Graymoor, day in August 1939, 7,000 visitors were reported. fearing some soul seeking the aid of the Friars might at some time find them locked. So Gray- Today, pilgrims continue to flock to Gray- moor remains today— a beacon without barri- moor. They attend Sunday Mass in the Chapel of cades— open to all who would seek its peace. Our Lady of the Atonement; they hike the nearby Father Paul is no longer here to greet those who Appalachian Trail; they bring a picnic and savor come; but his spiritual successors are. Father the breathtaking Hudson Valley views; and they Paul’s spirit is the Spirit of Graymoor.

raymoor Spiritual Life Center sponsors and hosts retreats, conferences, days of renewal and recollection, meetings, and other events throughout Gthe year. People from every walk of life are welcome— families, married couples, seniors, and singles. It hosts weekly holy hours, study, a Center- ing Prayer group, and Charismatic prayer meetings. AA, NA, Al-Anon, Overeaters Anon, and Recovery International meetings are hosted. Matt Talbot and Dan Egan retreats are available for those recovering from alcohol and drug addictions to help them find the spiritual base for their continuing recovery. Sunday Mass at 11:00 am in the Chapel of Our Lady of the Atonement.. All are welcome. To learn about events and retreats visit Graymoor’s Peace Labyrinth offers GraymoorCenter.org or call 845-424-2111. meditation, reflection, and prayer.

- 9- ST. CHRISTOPHER’S INN WWW.STCHRISTOPHERSINN.ORG Board of Directors Dinner he Ninth Annual St. Christopher’s Inn Board of Directors Dinner took place on May 16 at a midtown Manhattan club. The most successful and Thighest attended fundraising event ever for the Inn, this year’s dinner of- fered a wonderful opportunity to honor and congratulate Michael Elms, re- cently retired from Rolex Watch U.S.A., for his years of dedication and commitment to the Inn’s mission of helping homeless and addicted men. Michael has been a member of the SCI Board of Directors for twelve years Fr. Bill Drobach, SA, SCI president/CEO, and has served as chairman of the Board for six. Michael Elms (left) and Ted Moudis. In addition, the Board honored Ted Moudis, senior principal of Ted Moudis Associates, for his generous support. On a recent visit, Mr. Moudis met with a group of residents. He was openly touched by their struggles and offered them words of encouragement as they continue their journey of recovery. Stew- art Wicht, president and CEO of Rolex Watch U.S.A., along with his wife, Susan, served as honorary chairs. Susan was recently welcomed as the Board’s newest member. SHARING HOPE DINNER ATONEMENTFRIARS.ORG/SHARINGHOPE

n Friday, October 11, the Friars are hosting their twentieth annual Sharing Hope Celebration dinner at The Pierre in . Each year, the Friars recognize Omembers of the Catholic community who have demonstrated witness to the Gospel message and to the Friars’ charism of at-one-ment—the unity of men and women with God, with creation, and with each other.

Tom and Rosemary DeJulio are receiving the Graymoor Sharing Hope Award for their work with the Kiwanis Club and other youth organizations. Michael C. Finnegan is receiving the Graymoor Community Service Award for his public service, his support Minister General V. Rev. James F. of veterans, and his dedication to bettering the environment. Puglisi, SA with Mary Higgins Clark, dinner master of ceremonies.

GOLF CLASSIC SUNSETONTHE HUDSON

The annual Franciscan Friars of the Atonement Sunset on the Hudson Cocktail Party, was hosted and St. Christopher’s Inn Golf Classic took place by the Friars on May 10 at X20 Xaviars in on June 10 at the Westchester Hills Golf Club. Yonkers, NY. The Extraordinary Evening fea- Vicar General Fr. Timothy MacDonald SA, is tured The Good Golly Vocalists, a New York City pictured with tournament chairs Jim Duffy based group (above with Br. John O’Hara, (left) and Michael Elms. The outing and dinner SA), and a silent auction. The evening’s hon- benefitted the Friars’ ministries. orary chair was Mary Higgins Clark.

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Fr. James Gardiner, SA (left) and Fr. Avelino Gonzalez, ecumenical officer for the Archdiocese of Washington, September 5 presented a workshop on Sponsor Appreciation Day and interreligious affairs at the Arch- Graymoor, Garrison, New York diocesan Social Ministry and Life Is- sues conference on April 27. September photo courtesy of Archdiocese of Washington 9/11 Commemoration Fr. Damian MacPherson, SA, director, of the Office of Ec- umenical and Interfaith Affairs, Archdiocese of Toronto, has Graymoor, Garrison, New York been appointed by the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops to the North American Catholic-Orthodox Theolog- ical Consultation. The group is sponsored jointly on the October Catholic side by the United States Conference of Catholic Celebration of St. Francis/ Bishops and the Canadian Conference of Catholic Bishops. Blessing of the Animals The Orthodox side is sponsored by the Standing Conference of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of America. Graymoor, Garrison, New York

Fr. Thomas Orians, SA, director of the Graymoor Spiri- October 11 tual Life Center, has been named novena preacher at the Sharing Hope Celebration Dinner Basilica & National Shrine of Our Lady of Consolation in Carey, Ohio. This is an honor for Fr. Tom who was baptized The Pierre, New York City as an infant there and returns frequently to help with the ministry during the Feast of the Assumption Novena. November 1 Thanksgiving Benefactor For the fifth year since 2001, Fr. Elias Mallon, SA, chair of the Appreciation Day New York Archdiocese Catholic-Muslim Dialogue, has been awarded a prize or honorable mention by the Catholic Press Graymoor, Garrison, New York Association for an article he has written. Since 2001, he has re- ceived seven citations from the Association. This year he re- • ceived Second Prize for Best Essay and Honorable Mention For more information for Individual Excellence for three of his articles. Links to the articles can be found at AtonementFriars.org/MallonArticles. 888-720-8247

Fr. Wil Tyrrell, SA, director, Catholic chaplain and in- Fr. Timothy MacDonald, SA, vicar general, with his terfaith coordinator of Manhattanville College’s Duchesne mother who celebrated 100 years of life with friends Center for Religion and Social Justice, attended the first and family in April. regional meeting of the President’s White House Initiative on Interfaith and Community Service in Higher Education at NYU’ s Global Center for Academic and Spiritual Life.

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