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The Congregation of the Sons of the Immaculate Conception
North American Delegation • Canada, USA & Mexico (CAM)
INSIDE THIS ISSUE Editorial 2 Delegate Superior Speaks 4 Busy Times at Immaculate Conception Parish 6 Epiphany of Our Lord in Review 8 FROM DELEGATION OFFICE What’s happening in Merida, Mexico 10 300 Ansley Grove Road, News from Our Lady of Grace 12 Woodbridge, ON Enculturation Course in Edmonton for International Priests 14 L4L3W4 Canada Telephone: 1.905.856.2205 News from Santa Maria Goretti 15 Fax: 1.905.850.5589 News from Holy Cross Parish 17 E.mail [email protected] News from St. Mary’s 19
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ditorial EBenny Mekkatt, CFIC, EDITOR
Fr. Benny Mekkatt, Editor
“Y ’ won the final victory. ed if prudence reigned over the decisions and comments. She was patient enough to Conflicts, issues, and prob- ‐ C talk to other people and lems are part of human ex- C ”, seek directions. She shared istence. Every individual . her hurt feelings with her and every institution has to Barb, a devoted pious lady husband and children and face this reality. But each was shocked to hear this they all supported each oth- one does it differently. statement during her friend- er at the moment of this When we admit we have big ly conversation with the huge storm. All the more, problems we start looking priest. She was sharing her the family united in faith for big solutions. The prob- own conversion story, which turned to God and offered lems of an individual person happened several years ago. themselves into His hands. could be dealt individually. She was confirmed, and mar- And the final victory was But the problems of the fam- ried in the Church and lead- theirs and corrected what ily or the institution must be ing a wonderful family life needed to be corrected. dealt collectively. with her husband and 5 kids. I narrate Proper and timely commu- Those words from the priest this incident nication is very necessary to really tore her down and not to make handle such issues. As long as had to struggle several days a conclusion they are not duly conveyed and weeks to keep herself if someone and the support is not and her family in their faith. was wrong sought, the problems will She felt shattered and here or not. remain only at the manage- meaningless. The temptation But it is rial level. to leave her catholic faith sure that was very strong. But she the conflict “When we approach any fought a valiant fight and would have problem in the right way been avoid- we become better versions of
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ourselves. This is one of the will begin looking for big Problems and crises do supernatural mysteries of solutions to those problems. not make me desperate. I our journeys here on still see the rays of hope. Let It is easy to be a follower earth.” us set our goals on deeply of someone, but to be a dis- rooted spirituality. Prayer - Mathew Kelly, ciple means to be a student, and adoration are our pow- ‘Rediscovering Catholicism.’ to be humble, docile and erful weapons in this fight. teachable and to listen. All The season of advent, the As Christians, as Catholics, this requires discipline. celebration of the feast of as CFIC brothers, we should the Immaculate Conception always take time to check and Christmas fill our lives and adjust the compass that “When we approach any with joy, peace and hope. guides us. To do this we problem in the right way we become better‐versions‐of must ask ourselves soul- ourselves. This is one of the searching questions and cou- supernatural mysteries of Season’s greetings to all. rageously seek the answers. our journeys here on earth.” Benny Mekkatt, CFIC Now, do our problems really – Mathew Kelly;
help us to become better ‘Rediscovering Catholicism.’ versions of ourselves? Where . are we heading as a Congrega- Christ invites us to a life tion? of discipline, not for His sake, If we continue to turn our but for our sake, not to help backs on the real issues, him, but to help us. The true they will continue to spread religious person thrives on and grow like cancer in the discipline. Am I thriving? Or body. And if no one is will- am I just surviving? Disen- ing to admit that there are gaged and disinterested? some big problems, no one
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<<< NAD NEWS BULLETIN NOVEMBER 2012 >>> D S S My Dear Brothers, Misericordia”. This was a won- derful celebration of hard work Congratulations on the Feast and commitment. The shelter of the Immaculate Conception! now enables family members On this Feast Day we celebrate the who cannot afford accommoda- wondrous moment when the tion, to be close to their loved Blessed Virgin began her exist- Fr. Ugo Sturabotti, Delegate Superior ones who are hospitalized. ence in this world. This year I will be in Toronto to celebrate the Because the shelter has taken brothers seemed to really enjoy Feast at the Immaculate Concep- considerable time and resources themselves and learned a lot. tion Parish and, since I haven’t we have not yet established the We had some good news AND been there for this celebration for formation community in Meri‐ some bad news coming out of more than 10 years, I am especial- da. However, soon this will be- Toronto. On November 22nd, ly looking forward to it. come a priority because it is Brother Anthony was trans- very important to promote Both communities will cele- ferred for a least one year from vocation. Last year Fr. Benny brate a special mass at 7:00PM Toronto to the Asian Delega‐ was appointed as Coordinator and hopefully Bishop Nicola will tion in the Philippines to help of the Vocation Program and join us. I also invited many old the process of welcoming soon I hope it will take off. We friends of the Congregation to vocation from Vietnam. Brother know how important this is for join us in thanking God for the gift Anthony is very excited for this the church. of vocation. It will be a joy for the new chapter in his journey and communities to come together to We received great news from we pray for him that everything gather in prayer and thanks for the Archdiocese of Toronto will be fine. the abundant resources God has asking us to take care of the Although it is still under entrusted us with. chaplaincy in Scarborough. construction in certain sections, Fr. Guy from the Epiphany It is always a great joy to be our North American Congrega- community was assigned as full able to communicate with you in tion website is now up and time Chaplain beginning Novem- our North American Delegation running. This website promotes ber 1st. Newsletter but this issue is espe- our Congregation worldwide cially overflowing with a great Four brothers were in Edmon- with an emphasis on our many exciting things. ton to attend the E ‐ communities here in North P I ‐ America. Future plans include P N ‐ expanding the Vocation Section T C and incorporating a video sec- from September 25th to October tion. As Vocation Director, Fr. 18th. As you will read in Fr. Benny oversees the website and Shibil’s story, this was a very is currently working with the productive three-week program website designer to make its for international priests in content accurate and relevant. Canada who need some assis- …(con’t) tance and support while adjust-
As you will also read later in ing to Canadian society. The this issue, on September 11th we opened the shelter for the poor in Mexico “Albergue Tem‐ www.CFICnorthamericandelegation.com poral del Señor de la Divina
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Message from the Delegate Superior
In May Fr. Shibil left his Italy, has some of our missions community as Principal of St. trying to raise financial support Joseph’s School Puthanangadi, elsewhere. India to join the community of
Our Lady of Grace. Following an adjustment period which With this in mind I have made it included the enculturation a priority to encourage a new course, Fr. Shibil was initiative that calls for us to raise appointed Administrator of sponsorships for priests from the parish. Now I will have Africa; and I invite every one of more time to visit with the you to do everything in your other communities. BROTHER ANTHONY power to help raise funds as well. In September, we welcomed back Indian Provincial Superior, HEADS TO Fr. George from India who spent some time traveling to our So as you can see we are very THE PHILIPPINES communities in North America busy. As we begin this new church to raise funds for the Indian year I invite you to continue to missions. People were very draw closer to the throne of grace happy to see him and and to the One who loves you. Let responded very generously to us give praise to God for another his financial needs. chance to welcome the Lord by Brother assignments saw Fr. learning to live each day in love Jonas arrive from Cameroon on to one another as He has loved us. May 21st. He is assigned to NEW WEBSITE As always, please join me in assist in the parish of praying that God will continue to Fraternidad Beato Luis Marı́a FOR THE Monti and to take care of the expand our ministry and charities youth. As you remember, Bro. here in North America and CONGREGATION! Armengol was ordained Deacon increase the cause of all we are in Italy and now is back in trying to do in His name and in the Merida. charism of our founder Blessed Luigi Maria Monti. In closing I would like to introduce you to a new initiative that we should all be considering Yours in Christ, for the growth and health of the Fr. Ugo Sturabotti Congregation.
INITIATIVE T S D A has notified me that Africa TO SUPPORT is among those missions that our AFRICAN province in Italy is not able to PRIESTS support as they have in the past.
This shortage of funding, a result of the financial crisis in
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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, ally awarded to councils that fraternal service organisation. It BLESSED LUIGI M. MONTI have successfully met up with was founded by the Venerable COUNCIL HONORED WITH the goals set by supreme. The Father Michael J. McGivney in STAR COUNCIL AWARD award is intended to recognize New Haven, Connecticut, in outstanding achievements in the 1882 and named in honor of The Knights of Columbus, areas of; membership, insurance Christopher Columbus. Blessed Luigi M. Monti Council and service program activities It is a fraternal service organ- No.13164, of Immaculate Con- rendered to the community. isation dedicated to providing ception Parish Woodbridge- According to the Grand charitable services, promoting Ontario, were recently honored Knight Joe Polissano, the with the Star Council Award by Blessed Luigi M. Monti Council Catholic education and actively the Ontario State Council in is determined more than ever defending Catholicism in various recognition for their achieve- before to go beyond the require- nations. There are more than 1.8 ments. ments of this award and achieve million members in 15,000 The Star Council award which it annually. It is worth mention- councils, with nearly 200 coun- is one of the highest awards a ing that the Knights of Columbus cils on college campuses. council can ever achieve is usu- is the world’s largest Catholic
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homily was delivered in Ital- heaven. IMMACULATE CONCEPTION ian by Padre Domenico Retura PARISH-WOODBRIDGE The Pastor also seized the and in English by Fr. Anthony. opportunity to express his CELEBRATES HER FEAST DAY In their homilies, both men heartfelt gratitude and appre- emphasized the churches ciation to the Christians of Christians of Immaculate constant teaching on the Immaculate Conception Parish Conception Parish Woodbridge Assumption of Mother Mary to for their dynamism and com- -Toronto last August 12, 2012 heaven body and soul after her mitment to the parish. turned out in huge numbers to earthly life. take part in activities marking He expressed special grati- their parish feast day. They said Mary never suf- tude to a battery of untiring fered the natural corruption of volunteers making huge sacri- Although the Parish Feast is the body to which we are all fices to serve the Parish and traditionally celebrated on liable. Instead, after her he prayed that God will bless December 8th Feast of the earthy life, she was in the and reward them abundantly. Immaculate Conception, fes- words of the Catechism of the tive activities are usually The mass was followed by a solemn procession with the Statue of Our Blessed Mother Mary around the Church build- ing and the praying of the Rosary. The day ended with wining and dining, dance displays, children’s entertainment, musical animations, dance and a raffle draw with hand- some prizes.
Catholic Church, “taken up" reserved for the Feast of the body and soul into heavenly Assumption in August when glory where she is with her weather conditions are rela- son ready to intercede for tively clement. humanity. This year, the celebration They challenged the Chris- kicked off at 5:00 pm with a tians to emulate the virtues of bilingual Solemn Mass presid- Mother Mary in their daily ed over by the Parish Pastor lives so that one day they will Fr Anthony Varghese while the share eternity with Jesus in
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Together with Fr. George, . 55 Y T P O C F P S . A D U S ‐ B S , Q . . O Y 110 - F . G F . . I E . . I A , I I J P O L G B C P G 1/2. Fr. Guy all the best in his 45 . M 1,000 - new ministry. 25 ‐ I . In September the Filipino J . community in our parish organized “F F ”. We had a grand celebration of Philippine culture with food, live music and dancing.
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Superior, Fr. George Pura‐ mandathil preached about the L Indian mission for the mis- I sions in India. He stayed in the parish one week and A B . helped the parish in differ- W $7000 ent way. ‐ !!!!! In October Fr. Guy Bertin from our community was I J - appointed as the Chaplain at P our area hospitals by the . A 300 Archdiocese of Toronto. . T Fr. Guy will provide From Fr. George ‐ - spiritual support for pa- Sneha Sadan H . I tients and their families. The (Home for the Poor and - Abandoned Children) parish community wished
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Epiphany of Our Lord parishioners joined with St. Aidan Church to travel to the Holy Land and Jordan.
Fundraising Dinner
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COMUNIDAD DEL BEATO LUIS MONTI, MERIDA MEXICO
S HELTER HOME I NAUGURATION
Superior Delegate Fr. Ugo made a visit to the commu- nity on September 6th. While here he participated T P in the inauguration of the M ‐ J . Shelter Home “El Señ or de A 500 . la Divina Misericordia” on September 11th. A On that day a long cher-
With the arrival of Fr. Jonas, from Cameroon, on ished dream of the commu- May 21st, the community is enriched in number nity was realized by the in- and it’s spirit. auguration of the shelter. Fr. Jonas, who was ordained as a Priest on The Shelter Home serves August 13, 2011 leaned to speak Italian while in family members who come Saronna. He is assigned to assist in the Parish and from other states to assist their dear ones who are to take care of the youth. admitted in the hospital of the alta especialidad de la In the beginning of the month Parishes. Jose Luis is also doing Penı́nsula de Yucatá n in of September, Fr. Shibu and Fr. his one year introductory course poor economic status. Egide were shifted from the of Philosophy while Cé sar con- The blessing was done by community to the Parish. tinues with his pre-degree stud- his grace Emilio Carlos ies. On September 26th, Brother Berlie, archbishop of the Yucatá n, with the solemn Armengol returned to the com- celebration of the mass munity. He took charge as the concelebrating with Fr. Ugo, Formator of the temporary pro- Fr. Alfredo, Fr. Joel, Fr. Shi- fessed brothers. Joining him in bu, Fr. Roy, Fr. Jonas and Fr. Vocation Promotion are Jose Luis Egide. and Cé sar, who have now inten- At present Fr. Shibu has sively begun their vocational responsibility of the shelter. work in the Parish and nearby
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FEAST OF FATHER MONTI ‐ In the parish the community celebrated a solemn mass on Birthday the eve of 22 September, the Feast of Father Monti with the assistance of faithful. After the mass there was a get together for refreshments. Wishes! JANUARY Y P : 01 Misasi, Egide (1965) 02 Moonjeli, Joby (1977) 04 Hurtado, Payares Armengol (1980) 09 Neeruvelil, Roy (1975)
23 Msgr. De Angelis Nicola (1939) In the month of August all the youths FEBRUARY of the entire Parish gathered for a MARCH week to celebrate “Semana Juvenil” 15 Chooravady, Antony (1964) 24 Chianain, Song Eugene in which about 200 youths were 31 Kallarackal, Shibu (1974) there! APRIL 10 Pattasseril, Biju Mathew (1970) 18 Chitteth, James This year we had the 24 Bertin, Fuda MAY confirmations of the whole 07 Tharakanparambil, Antony (1968) Parish of 14 youths on May 6. 10 Parayil, George (1970)
29 Owera, Ramon (1964) JUNE The Archbishop 10 Pariyathupadavil, Shibil John (1974) Emilio Carlos 11 Nguyen, Anthony(1965) Berlie presided JULY 28 Manickathan, Jose (1974) the celebration. AUGUST 27 Kolla, Emanuel (1973) SEPTEMBER We received a sad news from the family of Fr. Jonas regard- 08 Valentini, Ruggero 22 Rettura, Domenico(1942) ing the death of his mother on October 4th. The community OCTOBER celebrated mass for the departed soul with Fr. Jonas. 21 Puttananickal, Jimmy (1976) He went home for the funeral on October 6. NOVEMBER 12 Mekkatt, Benny (1974) Our condolences to Fr. Jonas and his family. 21 Sturabotti, Ugo (1944)
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Volunteers gathered together to enjoy a Mexican Fiesta Volunteer Appreciation Night! Pictured here is Fr. Ugo and Decorating Committee member Joe Marcucci. C
CITY VIEW FUNDRAISING SOCIETY LORD AND TO EACH OTHER. “GOD HOSTED OUR VOLUNTEER APPRECIA- HAS GIVEN EACH OF YOU A GIFT FROM We welcomed Fr. George TION EVENING—MEXICAN FIESTA HIS GREAT VARIETY OF SPIRITUAL Puramadathil the Provincial STYLE ON SATURDAY, JUNE 2ND, GIFTS. USE THEM WELL TO SERVE Superior of the Congregation 2012 . ONE ANOTHER”- 1 PETER 4:10 in India back to our parish on September 15 and 16th! THE CITY VIEW SOCIETY RAISES FUNDS STRICTLY FOR THE SUPPORT While here Fr. George celebrat- AND MAINTENANCE OF THE PARISH. ed weekend masses during which he updated us on the mis- A GOOD TIME WAS HAD BY ALL. A sions he oversees in India. His SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OUR VOLUN- trip to Calgary was part of a TEERS WHO WORK IN SERVICE TO THE fundraising campaign in which he visited all communities in the BR. SHIBIL JOINS OUR LADY OF GRACE North American Delegation. F . S C I M .
Fr. Shibil joined the Congregation in June 1991 and since October 2007 had been working in St. Joseph’s School Puthanangadi as the Principal.
Fr. Ugo recently announced the appointment of Fr. Shibil as “Administrator” to watch over the day-to-day business of the parish during Fr, Ugo’s absence while traveling as Delegate Superior.
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O L G C S OUR LADY OF GRACE F ’ D ! C , AB Cars, young and old alike, lined the church’s parking lot following Sunday masses for visitors and parishioners to examine and enjoy! To add to the celebrations, the group “Our Lady of Grace” from the 11:00am Sunday mass, performed a few songs so guests could kick up their heels for an afternoon dance or two, while munching on snacks pro- vided by the Knights of Colum- bus and City View Society! A great time was had by all .. especially when the red Ferrari arrived!
HERE AT OUR LADY OF GRACE, HALLOWEEN PARTIES ALWAYS HAVE A LITTLE SOMETHING FOR EVERYBODY!
This unique Halloween Party on Saturday, October 27th, offered fun, games and food for everyone, young and old alike!
(L) Children pose as a group at the Halloween Party!
FESTA di SAN MARTINO On June 7th, it was with a heavy heart that Fr. Ugo learned that his mother M went into the arms of our Lord peacefully at the age of 95 years.
Fr. Ugo departed for Italy later that day where he remained for the next 3 weeks. Our condolences to On Saturday night, November 17th, we all discovered a Fr. Ugo and his family. love for San Martino! Almost 300 people joined to celebrate the vino novello (the new seasons wine) with We continue to pray for his beloved plenty of Lupini, Sausage, Castagne and dancing! mother Maria.
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ENCULTURATION PROGRAM FOR INTERNATIONAL PRIESTS IN WESTERN CANADA
By: Fr. Shibil, Our Lady of Grace
The Enculturation Program cultural heritage. The program covered the relevant for International Priests is a It was a well-arranged, church-related topics such as youth four-week program designed well-attended residential pro- ministry, sacramental-preparations, to encourage and strengthen gram conducted in St. Joseph accent clarity, preaching, building the ministry of priests whose Seminary and Newman Theo- healthy relationship in the parish, etc. native culture is not Canadi- logical College in Edmonton. Some culture-related topics includ- an. There were 24 priests from 7 ed: cross-cultural communication, This year, the program different nationalities. cultural differences, culture shock, started on 24th September education system, health system, his- tory, geography, weather, legal system, 2012 and concluded on 18th October 2012. multiculturalism and more. There were 24 Priests Joining me from Toronto The program was really useful. from 7 different for the experience were Fr. There will be a 3-day follow-up pro- Eugene, Fr. Guy and Fr. Em- Nationalities gram for the participants in the month manuel. of May-2013.
The program really We were very grateful for this oppor- helped all the priests to The classes, discussions, tunity and extend our appreciation to learn more about the church field trips, family visit etc. the Arch-Diocese of Edmonton and, and culture of Canada, while helped the priests to develop especially to the team of the program also affirming their own and share their ideas. for their wonderful mission and service.
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Santa Maria Goretti Holy Land pilgrims
In the month of October (19- The group visited Nazareth, 28), a group of 34 pilgrims from Jericho, Bethlehem, Jerusalem the parish of Santa Maria Goret- (Gethsemane, Church of Holy ti under the leadership of the Sepulcher etc.), Cana, Thiberias, pastor, Fr. James Chitteth went Galilee, Capernaum, Mount on a pilgrimage to the Holy Tabor, Qumran, Dead Sea, and Land, to visit the places where returned very much spiritually Jesus was born, lived and died. enriched and full of enthusiasm.
Santa Maria Goretti group at Nazareth Parish Photos by Br. Anthony Nguyen
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In the path of youth ministry, in the month August, The Kerala Youth Soccer Club of Edmonton, under the guidance of CFIC Fathers, defeated The Calgary Youth Soccer Club 3‐0. N E P C ……….
Santa Maria Goretti parish had a very In her bed she said, "If you must choose unique occasion to listen to the witness of the between me and the baby, no hesitation; “son of a saint”, M . P M , the choose – and I demand it – the baby. Save her!" first son of St. Gianna Beretta Molla on 31st In his homily at her canonization Mass, October, 2012. Pope John Paul II called St. Gianna "a simple, As part of the F but more than ever, significant messenger of for the three year long New Evangelization divine love." Project in the parish, he was the guest of honor to inaugurate the first of a series of con- ferences. St. Gianna Molla, the Italian saint, canonized by Pope John Paul II on May 16, 2004, was born on October 4, 1922 in Magenta, Italy and died on April 28, 1962 at the age of 39. She is venerated as the patron of mothers, physicians and preborn children. This pedia- trician chose to die while pregnant with her fourth baby, in order to save her child.
Pierluigi Molla
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S R , NATIONAL S , D 9, 6:30 NIGHT OF PRAYER . ., C C C , 1111 E. S States which coordinates FOR LIFE A . domestic disaster relief T 23 Sponsored by Edgewood efforts. N N Acres Civic Association to Catholic Charities USA P L benefit the work of Corpus is currently assessing long D 8, 2012. Christi Center of Peace. term recovery needs and This night of prayer Freewill donations accept- providing immediate re- links the feast days of the ed and appreciated. lief in partnership with Immaculate Conception and other disaster organiza- Our Lady of Guadalupe, HURRICANE tions and governmental patroness of the Americas entities along the eastern seaboard. and the unborn. Catholics SANDY RELIEF across the country will Bishop Campbell said pray in unity in adoration “Our prayers and our of the Blessed Sacrament, deepest concern go out to the Holy Rosary, Prayer to the victims of Hurricane St. Michael, silent prayer, Sandy, and we are committed and hymns. to providing help for the on- going process of recovery.” Prayer is encouraged from 9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m., with a National Hour of Unity, from 12:00 to Bishop Frederick F. Campbell asks the people 1:00 a.m. of the Diocese of Colum- bus to pray for all of those affected by the dev- H astation caused by Hurricane Sandy and to help support C the recovery effort.
FEATURING All monies collected at “J PLAYS H” – parishes will be sent by the Diocese of Columbus F – to Catholic Charities USA, T M the arm of the Catholic Bishop Frederick F. Campbell B M S - Church in the United
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HOLY CROSS PRAYER GARDEN
T P G an outdoor pilgrimage of our Prayer Garden. the Stations of the Cross H C and the scene of this The focus of the liturgy on Good Friday. Prayer Garden is the S . L original cross from the H . The Prayer Garden, original steeple of Holy lovely in all seasons of Cross Church. The Prayer Garden is the year, is the generous gift of the Foster Moffo For over 150 years family. this cross has stood as a witness to faith of the It is a place of respite Holy Cross community. midst towering office buildings and noisy city streets.
Please come in, rest, and meditate awhile on one of the benches in
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Bro. Pascal with Eden and Lilly B . P A R
Bro. Pascal, a Medical Doctor and member of the East Young Volunteers pitching in during the Church Grounds Clean up! Asian Delegation returned to St. Mary’s Community on P P : This year’s parishioners and sharing the food September 8th to continue his parish picnic was held on Septem- and enjoy the decorations and the medical training and do some ber 16th after the 11:30 Mass on music. The volunteers under the research works in Mayo Clinic. the front lawn of the church. It was leadership of the priests, worked a great moment of gathering of hard to make it a successful event. He was cordially welcomed back by the broth- ers and the parishioners. He has been here a year ago with the same study program.
He is a great addition to this community and trying to get into a hospital with his resi- dency program. F V : There was a vigil here at St Mary’s November 2nd & 3rd beginning BOOYA 2012 with the recitation of the Holy Rosary & confessions at 7pm and concluded at 1am. It was organized by the Fatima Prayer cell of St. Mary’s The 2012 Booya & Fall Church. Fr. Antony Skaria and Fr. Benny helped with hearing confessions Festival was held, Sunday, and Fr. Benny Mekkatt presided over the Opening Mass at 7:30 PM and October 28th beginning delivered the message and led the Eucharistic Procession and adoration. with 10:30am Polka Mass. Fr. Biju Mathew was the main Celebrant and the homilist for the Mid- Fr. Biju Mathew, the night Mass. It was a Vigil of Reparation to the Sacred Heart & Pastor presided over the Immaculate Heart. The Vigil was organized under the leadership of Mike Mass. and Susan Gores, parishioners of St. Mary’s.
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S . P M S . M ’ G G F K ‐ P ‐ S . O 13, 2012
The Fall Kick-off Party was the highly an- ticipated St. Mary’s parish community social event of the year. Parishioners, Friends, Cat- echists and Staff attended a casual evening COAT COLLECTION including live music, food and drink while getting first crack at purchasing 2012-2013 St Mary’s is collecting Great Gatherings and silent auction items. warm winter outerwear for Dorothy Day to be This event gave those individuals that at- distributed to the home- tended “first dibs” to sign-up for the gather- ings being offered. The Kick-Off party was less and poor people. for adults only. It’s a chance to get to know It collects gently-used other Parishioners and friends in St. Mary’s coats, hats, scarves, community. mittens & boots. Drop-off containers are kept at Advent Vespers will be held Sunday, Dec. 2nd at 5pm. both entrance of the This is a tradition in St. Mary’s for the First Sunday of church through the begin- the Advent every year. ning of December. People from neighboring parishes come and pray with us, and enjoy beautiful sacred music to enter into the Advent season. Vespers is followed with a delicious homemade soup supper and refreshments.
Once again this year we have been asked to help provide Christmas gifts to families in need. The parishioners were invited to be an Angel and make Christmas wishes come true for these families. They could select an ornament from the Angel Tree, located at the back of church, purchase the requested gift & return it unwrapped by December 17th to the tree in the Community Room.
VISIT FROM MAJOR SUPERIORS St. Mary’s community was graced with the visit of Fr. Ugo Sturabotti, North American Superior Delegate, in the beginning of September and Fr. George Puramadathil, Provincial Superior of India by the end of September. They met with the members of the commu- nity and shared the news and joy. Thanks to both Fr. Ugo and Fr. George for your support to the community. Fr. G. Puramadathil in MN
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