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VOL. 29, NO. 2 OFFICIAL PUBLICATION OF THE DIOCESE OF VICTORIA IN TEXAS June 2015 In This Always, Congratulations our bishop We Fr. Joseph Vrana thank Issue . . . “Through the Holy Spirit for 50 years who has been given to them, you! • Pg. 2 bishops are the successors of of service Ordination/ the apostles by divine insti- Installation tution; they are constituted Information pastors within the church so that they are teachers of The Most. Rev. doctrine, priests of sacred Brendan J. Cahill worship, and ministers of • Pg. 5 Bishop-Elect governance. Bishops are Meet a Deacon will be ordained and called diocesan when the installed as the third care of a diocese has been bishop of the Diocese of • Pg. 8 entrusted to them . . . .” To witness the charity of Christ Victoria this month.* CRS/ Church (Canons 375 §1 and 376) The Second Bishop of the Diocese Celebrates 50 Years See more on pg. 2. of Victoria, Bishop Emeritus Fellhauer Joseph L. Vrana, III was born Dec. 21, 1939 to Joseph L. Vra- 4 priests, 1 deacon ordained in the diocese na, Jr. and Helen Cyva Vrana. He • Pg. 9 attended 1-8 grades in Sheldon, On June 6, 2015 at Holy Family of Joseph, Mary, and Jesus, Victoria, the sacrament of holy orders TX and transferred to Crosby Top Graduates will be conferred, through the imposition of hands and invocation of the Holy Spirit by Bishop Emeritus Reverend Joseph L. Vrana, III High School in Crosby, TX for David E. Fellhauer, upon Rev. Mr. Kristopher L. Fuchs, Rev. Mr. Scott J. Hill, Rev. Mr. Jacob A. Koether, "Father Joe" - Pastor of St. Mary's grades 9-12. It was during this and Rev. Mr. Francis T. Nguyen III to the priesthood of Jesus Christ and the ordination of Mr. Max A. • Pg. 10 time that he began to seriously Landman to the sacred order of deacon. Meet a Catholic consider the priesthood. After Fr. Kristopher Fuchs completed Theology IV at the Pontifical College Josephinum in Columbus, OH. graduation, he answered his call- School Principal Fr. Scott Hill completed Theology IV at St. Mary Seminary in Houston, TX. Fr. Jacob Koether completed ing to the priesthood and entered Theology IV at St. Mary Seminary in Houston, TX. Fr. Francis Nguyen III completed Theology IV at Holy St. Mary's Seminary in Houston, Apostles Seminary in Cromwell, CT. Deacon Max Landman completed Theology III at Pontifical College • Pg. 11 TX. He was among 8 seminar- Josephinum in Columbus, OH. Year of ians ordained by Bishop John The Diocese of Victoria congratulates them on their accomplishments and welcomes them into our L. Morkovsky on May 29, 1965 Consecrated Life diocese. Their services are much needed and we look forward to having them serve in the parishes of our at Sacred Heart Co-Cathedral. diocese. Following his ordination, Fr. Is God calling you? For more information, contact The Office of Vocations at (361) 573-5304, voca- • Pg. 14 Joe was very happy to impart his tions@victoria vocations.org, or visit www.victoriavocations.org. Faith Formation priestly blessing to his parents as NOTE: More ordination coverage will be featured in the July issue. Graduates See Fr. Joe, 50 years, pg. 7 Ordained to serve, gather, transform, and send those who receive the sacrament of holy orders- as a deacon, priest or bishop- are consecrated in Christ’s name ‘to feed the church by the word and grace of God.’

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Father Father Father Father Deacon READ Kristopher Fuchs Scott Hill Jacob Koether Francis Nguyen Max Landman ALL ABOUT IT! Set the Diocese of Victoria as your homepage: www.victoriadiocese.org. View TCL online!

Main celebrant was Bishop Emeri- tus Fellhauer. Concelebrants included priests of the Diocese of Victoria. Af- terwards, a reception was held at Holy Family Catholic Church’s parish hall. The Catholic Lighthouse Page 2 — June 2015 DIOCESE

Bishop Emeritus Fellhauer’s Schedule Thank you note

June Dear Bishop Emeritus Fellhauer: On behalf of the USCCB Subcommit- 6 10:00 a.m. Mass, Priestly and Diaconal Ordinations, Holy Family Church, tee on the Catholic Communication Cam- Victoria Publisher paign (CCC), thank you for your support 5:00 p.m. Confirmation Mass, St. Michael Church, Cuero Bishop Emeritus and donation of $4,021.79. David E. Fellhauer 7 10:00 a.m. Confirmation Mass, St. John Bosco Church, Vanderbilt Sincerely yours in Christ, Editor Most Rev. Joseph J. Tyson Allison Hybner 11 3:00 p.m. World Day of Prayer for Sanctification of Priests and Serra Club Bishop of Yakima [email protected] Priests’ Cookout, Holy Family Church, Victoria Chairman, USCCB Subcommittee on Production/Advertising the CCC Regina Matus-Janak 17 2:00 p.m. Finance Board Meeting, Chancery [email protected] Dear Bishop Emeritus Fellhauer: 29 2:00 p.m. Ordination and Installation of Bishop Brendan J. Cahill, Third Bishop Thank you for $51,485.84 in support of OFFICIAL PUBLICATION of Victoria, Our Lady of Victory Cathedral, Victoria OF THE the Retirement Fund for Religious. Thank DIOCESE OF VICTORIA July you and the faithful of your diocese for IN TEXAS such generosity and prayerful support. ©2015 5 11:30 a.m. Opening Mass for 2015 Vocation Camp, St. Michael Church, Gratefully, Weimar Sr. Janice Bader, CPPS The Diocese of Victoria is comprised of Executive Director more than 50 parishes in 69 communities. Estimated Catholic population: 107,000. TCL Special Edition

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For more information, visit All claims, offers, guarantees, statements, etc., made by The Catholic Lighthouse advertisers www.ewtn.com and www.victoriadiocese.org. are solely the responsibility of the advertiser. A link for live viewing will be provided soon! DSA update Deceptive or misleading advertising is never ----- knowingly accepted. Complaints regarding ad- The Diocese of Victoria is pleased to announce 2015 Diocesan Services Appeal vertising should be made directly to the advertiser that all will be able to Diocesan Goal: $ 1,826,700.00 or the Better Business Bureau. Parish Pledge Totals: $ 579,979.87 welcome our new bishop Parish Contribution Totals: $ 466,060.67 at the following receptions: Number of Parish July 10 • El Campo • 7:00 p.m. • KC Hall Families Participating: 2,652 July 13 • Victoria • 7:00 p.m. • Holy Family Ordination/Installation coverage July 15 • Hallettsville • 7:00 p.m. • KC Hall Please visit www.victoriadiocese.org. July 20 • Palacios • 5:30 p.m. • Mass/reception A link to watch it LIVE *Front page Photo courtesy of the at the Vietnamese Apostolate on your television, computer, or phone Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston will be provided soon! The Catholic Lighthouse DIOCESE Page 3 — June 2015 Seminary Burses — Rev. Msgr. Michael O’Shaughnessy Previously reported $2,390.00 Seminary burses are a permanent fund used for the education of future priests for the Diocese of Victoria. The goal of each burse is In loving memory of Rev. Msgr. Michael $15,000. The interest from this amount is applied yearly to the education of seminarians. The burses are in memory of or in honor of O’Shaughnessy by an individual priest or lay persons, living or deceased. Publication of the burses will appear periodically when new contributions are Barbara and Jerry Durocher 250.00 received. Those wishing to begin a burse or to contribute to an existing seminary burse may do so by sending their contributions Total $2,640.00 with the appropriate burse designation to: DIOCESE OF VICTORIA • SEMINARY BURSES • P. O. BOX 4070 • — Rev. Msgr. John C. Peters Burse #7 VICTORIA, TX 77903. Ganado Branches Burse #2 Previous reported $6,805.00 As of May 30, 2015 TOTALS — Rev. Scott Hill Previously reported $6,200.00 In memory of Vera (Jalufka) Orsak — General Seminary Burse In honor of Rev. Scott Hill on his In honor of Most Rev. David E. Fellhauer by Edward Wagner and Previously reported $105,684.00 ordination to the priesthood by CDA for his dedication and retirement Eve Luna Family 80.00 In honor of Rev. Joe Vrana’s ordination Court St. Roch #2328-Mentz 500.00 by KJT Society #3-Hostyn 200.00 by Bennie and Victoria Orsak 40.00 anniversary to the priesthood — KC Council #1329-Victoria Burse #3 Total $6,400.00 by David and Wilma Wagner 20.00 by KC #3371-Nada 2,500.00 Previously reported $14,457.50 — Rev. Wayne Flagg and In memory of Emma Wick In memory of Peggy Hermes by Richard In loving memory of Rev. Msgr. Rev. Philip Brune by Gilbert and Mary Urbish 15.00 and Dolores Miller 25.00 Michael Harrold by Previously reported $3,220.00 In memory of Donald Laas Total $108,209.00 KC Co. #1329-Victoria 100.00 In honor of Rev. Philip Brune’s 1st by Bernard and Mary Grahmann 10.00 In loving memory of Robert “Bob” — Rev. Msgr. Edward C. Bartsch ordination anniversary to the Total $6,970.00 Johnston by Previously reported $11,161.00 priesthood by Lambert, Carol, and KC Co. #1329-Victoria 100.00 — St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, In loving memory of Rev. Msgr. Edward Leigh Ann Brune 50.00 Total $14,657.50 Koerth Bartsch on the 5th anniversary In memory of Leonard Buxkemper In memory of Emma Wick and Terry of his death (04/04/10) by Jim and Michelle Kubicek 25.00 — Rev. Charles Kolek, OSB & Wick by Emma Raska 50.00 by Verna Goertz 1,000.00 In honor of Ernest and Eudene Richter’s John and Mary Kolek In loving memory of Rev. Msgr. Edward Previously reported $5,180.00 — Rev. Msgr. Victor Schmidtzinsky 50th wedding anniversary by E.J., In loving memory of Rev. Msgr. Victor Bartsch on the anniversary of his Margie, and Robert Socha 25.00 In memory of Henry L. Vesely ordination to the priesthood by family and friends 50.00 Schmidtzinsky’s 10th death Total $3,320.00 See Seminary Burses, pg. 5 from a friend 100.00 Total $5,230.00 — Rev. Kristopher L. Fuchs Total $12,261.00 In celebration and thanksgiving for our — Rev. Timothy Kosler Happy birthday! — CDA Court St. Ann #369 grandson, Rev. Kristopher Fuchs Donation in honor of Rev. Tim Kosler’s Jacob Mendoza is in Previously reported $10,833.99 in honor of his ordination to the 44th ordination anniversary his Pastoral Year at Our In memory of Thomas M. Kocian priesthood by Paul and to the priesthood by a friend $100.00 Lady of the Gulf, Port by CDA Court St. Ann #369 25.00 Helen Flessner 1,000.00 — Rev. Dan Morales in Honor of his Lavaca. His birthday Total $10,858.99 — Rev. Msgr. Michael Harrold Work for Vocations is June 6. Please show — CDA Our Lady Queen of Peace Ct. #1374 Previously reported $220.00 Previously reported $1,000.00 your support by writing Previously reported $7,702.12 In loving memory of Rev. Msgr. Michael In memory of the the Tibiletti Family by to Our Lady of the Gulf, In memory of Audrey Hanzelka Kouba Harrold by M/M Steve Tibiletti 200.00 415 W. Austin St., Port by Al and LaDell Janda 20.00 Barbara and Jerry Durocher 250.00 In honor of James Dvorak’s graduation Lavaca, TX 77979. Total $7,722.12 from the University of Dallas by In memory of Rev. Msgr. Michael Stephen Vacek is in his — Most Rev. David E. Fellhauer/ Catholic DeWayne and Adeline Dvorak 100.00 Harrold by Margaret Boedeker 20.00 Pastoral Year at St. An- Life Insurance: Nada, Moulton-Flatonia, Total $490.00 Total $1,300.00 Continuing Adult Faith Enrichment (CAFÉ) Hallettsville, El Campo and Edna- thony of Padua, Palacios. For more information, call Reporting If you or someone you know has been sexually His birthday is June 26. (361) 573-0828 x2223 or visit us at abused by a member of the clergy or other church Please show your sup- www.victoriadiocese.org/pastoral-institute-1. Abuse personnel, you can register a complaint. port by writing to St. An- • Call the bishop or the chancellor at the Chancery at (361) thony of Padua, P.O. Box 573-0828; or 900, Palacios, TX 77465. • Call Fr. Gary Janak (361) 575-4741 or Sr. Emilie Eilers (361) Fall Vermont Tour: Oct. 16-24, 2015 575-7111, Coordinators of Pastoral Care and Outreach; or ABCATS TRAVEL More space! 7 spaces available! • Write to: Bishop Emeritus David E. Fellhauer Diocese of Victoria, P.O. Box 4070, Canadian Rockies/ Victoria, TX 77903 Tour Germany, Glacier National Park: July 23-29 Mark your letter “Personal and Confidential”. We will also help Poland, 2 spaces available you bring your concerns to Church officials outside the diocese if until May 15th! & Czech Republic the abuse occurred elsewhere and you now reside in the Diocese of Oregon’s Natural Wonders: Victoria. If you are unsure about bringing forth a complaint or need

Sept. 20-26 more information, please contact: Fr. Gary Janak at (361) 575-4741. August 11-23, 2015 Cruise from Venice - Croatia - Reporting Child Abuse Hotline • 1 (800) 252-5400 Berlin, Gdansk, Warsaw, Athens - Ephesus: June 11-18, 2016 www.txabusehotline.org Czestochowa, Jasna Gora Book early for best cabins! If you know or suspect a child or person has been abused or Monastery, Krakow, Pathways ~with Patti mistreated, you are required to report it to the Texas Department Frenstat, & Prague 334 Jurek Road of Protective and Regulatory Services or to a law enforcement Port Lavaca, TX 77979 agency within 48 hours. (361) 578-0828 • [email protected] (361) 552.2695 or (361) 920.3216 If the person is in immediate danger, call 911. www.abcatstravel.com The Catholic Lighthouse Page 4 — June 2015 YOUTH

A Four members from St. Michael Catholic Church CDA Court #347, Cuero, attended the CDA (A) Winners of the Education Contest sponsored B 49th Biennial Texas State Con- by Our Lady of the Gulf CDA Court #2267, Port vention held at the Renaissance Lavaca, from left to right: Aiden Holford, 2nd-Essay- Hotel in Austin. Representing Div.2; Jenny Pham, 3rd-Essay-Div.2; Arianna Silva, and serving as delegates, left 1st-Essay-Div.1; Abigal Holford, 2nd-Comp.Art-Div.1; to right: Lucille Gips, Laura Madelyn Crowley, 1st-Comp.Art-Div.1; Marissa Crow- Kocurek, Sally Goebel, and Nancy Stefka. ley, 2nd-Comp.Art-Div.2; Maria Hernandez, 1st-Comp St. Michael Catholic Church CDA Court #347 Education Contest winners: Div.1- Art-Div.2; Cassandra Lopez, 2nd-Art- Div.1; Emiliegh Poetry: Elizabeth Gonzales, 1st; Silvas, 3rd-Art-Div.2; and Kristan Pham-2nd-Art-Div.2. Allison Zengerle, 2nd; and Macey Not pictured: Emily Llanes, 1st-Essay-Div.2, 3rd Comp. (B) Emily Llanes, 1st Hahn, 3rd. Div.1- Art: Audrey Janak, Art-Div.2; Dustin Miller, 3rd-Essay-Div.1; Emma May- place winner in Essay-Div. 1st; Macey Hahn, 2nd; and Madi- field, 1st Art-Div. 1, 2nd-Essay-Div.1; Azalia Pasades, 2 state competition. son Lemke, 3rd. Div.2-Art: Skylar 3rd-Comp. Art-Div.1; Katie Carmichael, 3rd-Art-Div.1; Pelletier, 1st and Kelby Crider, 2nd. and Autumn Wittkohl, 1st-Art-Div. 2. Pictured: Judy Roeder, school principal; Nancy Stefka, contest Presidio La Bahia (PLB) Museum and Visitor Center judge; and Sally Goebel, contest judge. Students Visit the 19th Centrury! include Kelby The Presidio, located in Goliad, is the only Spanish fort in the possession of Crider, Macey the Catholic church in North America and is a National Historic Landmark. Hahn, Audrey The museum is open 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and is closed on major holidays. For Janak, Allison Zengerle, and Skylar Pelletier. Not pictured: more information, contact (361) 645-3752 or visit www.presidiolabahia.org. Elizabeth Gonzales and Madison Lemke.

3rd Annual Fishers of Men Saltwater Fishing Tournament

Saturday, August 29, 2015 Elks Lodge • El Campo, TX

Entry fee: $200 per team (4 persons max) At the CDA State Convention, JCDA Court #206, Yoakum, was awarded a 1st place 5 optional side-pot entry fees honor for their Circle of Love report. The report details and informs other CDA courts $20 each category •100% side-pot payout throughout the state of Texas about JCDA #206's community involvement, charitable Tournament prizes will be given for activities, donations, and how they share their faith. JCDA #206 currently has 51 active members which girls in 1-12 grades. Desi Muenich and Jennifer Jahn are co-leaders. 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place. Fr. Matthew Huehlefeld, pastor of St. Joseph, Yoakum, attended a meeting and spoke 5 fish heavy stringer (2 red & 3 trout) about symbolism, history, and traditions of the Catholic faith. Members learned about A meal will be provided after the weigh-in for those who have entered the various saints and statues as well as symbols of animals and figures etched in the beauti- tournament by August 14th. Additional meal tickets may be purchased for ful stained glass windows visible in the church. While visiting the sacristy, Fr. Matthew $8 p/p when the team entry is sent in or at weigh-in. explained the different oils used in the sacraments and showed the selection of sacred You may register at the mandatory Captain’s Meeting at the Elks Lodge on vestments he wears throughout the liturgical year. Friday, August 28th from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. JCDA #206 members ended the 2014-15 year with an awards ceremony and cel- For more information, contact ebration at Yoakum City Park. Members received a necklace with a rainbow-enameled Kyle Chandler at cross. The rainbow-colored cross symbolized how all of their activities and charitable acts focused on the colors of faith. Some of the activities involved donating a specific (979) 541-9833 or [email protected]. item to the Yoakum Food Pantry each month, donating care packages to the Yoakum Entry fees benefit the El Campo Deanery ACTS. Journey House, and donating a crucifix to the children's liturgy program at St. Joseph's Catholic Church. The Catholic Lighthouse SPIRITUALITY Page 5 — June 2015 Seminary Burses Continued from page 3 Meet a Deacon In memory of Daniel and Martha Freytag (a TCL series) anniversary (2/25/2005) by a friend $500.00 by Johnnie and Elaine Hoffman 50.00 In memory of Bernice Schacherl by — Rev. Jerome J. Stryk Burse #2 Previously reported $1,849.50 Johnnie and Elaine Hoffman 25.00 Total In memory of Kemper Sam Williams, Jr. $2,175.00 by Deacon Dennis Kutach by Edwin and Julie Stryk 25.00 — Cora Wostarek Born in Shiner on August 4, 1948 to Julius and Agnes Total $1,874.50 Previously reported $3,350.00 In loving memory of Cora Wostarek (Strauss) Kutach, I am the youngest of 9 children. I graduated — Elorine Bluntzer Tumlinson from St. Paul High School in 1966 and joined the Air Force Previously reported $2,750.00 by M/M Billie T. Hinze, under the buddy system while a senior in school. In June of 1967, I was called to active Donation by M/M Garrett Hinze, Jeffrey Hinze, duty and served until October 1971. My wife, Georgia, and I have been married for 45 M/M Donald F. McDonald 200.00 and Alyson Hinze 2,000.00 years. We have 4 daughters and 11 grandchildren. We moved to Yoakum in 1972. I was Total $2,950.00 In memory of Leonard Buxemper by employed by First State Bank and retired from threre in 2013 after 41 years. Dewayne and Adeline Dvorak 50.00 View these apps! I have always been involved in the Church, having served as an altar boy from age — Rev. Edward Winkler Total $5,400.00 Do you utilize Catholic apps? 8 until a senior in high school and also having served as a lector. I spent 2 weeks at St. Previously reported $2,100.00 Would you like to share one with us? John's Seminary in the summer of 1961 and planned to enter the seminary my freshman If so, e-mail TCL at [email protected] year, but changed my mind. After moving to Yoakum, I became involved at St. Joseph as and it may be featured in the next issue! a lector, Eucharistic minister, and as a member of the choir. In 2001, Fr. Gary Janak asked me to attend a meeting about the diaconate in Moulton. After attending the meeting with If I am not capable of forgiving, Fr. Gabriel Maison and Michael Fonseca, there was no doubt in my mind God was calling I am not capable of being forgiven. me to do more with my life. My wife and family were in total support of my decision ~Pope Francis of becoming a deacon. I began formation in Sept. 2001 and was ordained in July 2006. Becoming a deacon was a life changing experience for me. I had always been driven to be successful, but always felt something was missing in my life. As a banker, service was always important- but service has taken on a different meaning in my life as a deacon. Being of service to the Church and the people of God has made me realize what is really Celebrating 127 Years! important in life. It can be the most satisfying and most humbling journey a person can experience. I have found true success can only be accomplished through service- and that is what being a deacon is all about. One of the best decisions I have made in my life was answering the call from God to the diaconate. At St. Joseph, Yoakum, I assist at Mass, teach RCIA classes, assist with baptism classes, preside at wake services, and serve on the Finance Committee. I am active in the Yoakum Ministerial Alliance and serve as secretary/treasurer. In 2008, I was appointed as the director of Permanent Deacons for the Diocese of Victoria by Bishop Emeritus Fellhauer and also serve on the diocesan Finance Council. In addition to attending many functions of my children and grandchildren, I enjoy golf, fishing, hunting, and traveling. My wife and I went to the Holy Land last year and recently returned from a pilgrim- age to Italy. Even though I am retired from the business world, I stay very busy with Church activities, family, and service organizations including Lions Club and Knights SATURDAY, JULY 4TH of Columbus. I especially enjoy morning quiet time beginning with the Liturgy of the Hours followed by daily Mass. God has blessed me in so many ways. I am reminded daily that being His servant is my greatest blessing.

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Sunday Readings from June 14 to July 5, 2015 Catholic by Grace June 14- 11th Sunday 2 Corinthians 8:7, 9, 13-15 by Denise Bossert in Ordinary Time Mark 5:21-43 www.catholicbygrace.blogspot.com Ezekiel 17:22-24 Psalms 92:2-3, 13-16 July 5- 14th Sunday 2 Corinthians 5:6-10 in Ordinary Time A little wonder and awe Mark 4:26-34 Ezekiel 2:2-5 Psalms PS 123:1-4 I spend a lot of time trying to figure out how to get the most out of this faith journey. June 21- 12th Sunday 2 Corinthians 12:7-10 How to go about it. How to open myself up to Jesus Christ. How to engage the faith like a saint. I mull it over. I am not certain it is the right approach anymore. It seems in Ordinary Time Mark 6:1-6 Job 38:1, 8-11 more efficient to just be docile, like falling into the swimming pool on that old Nestea Psalms 107:23-26, 28-31 For daily and Sunday readings, commercial. Don’t try to figure it all out. Just give yourself to it, with abandon. It is a 2 Corinthians 5:14-17 as well as a daily pilgrimage, not a vacation.Vacations are planned, mapped out, budgeted, mulled over. Mark 4:35-41 reflection video, visit You hit the road and argue about when to stop and where to eat. www.usccb.org/bible/readings. “You decide.” “No, you decide.” “But I’m not hungry yet.” “Well, I am.” “I have to go June 28- 13th Sunday Brought to you by: to the bathroom.” “But, we just stopped.” “That was to get something to drink and that’s in Ordinary Time why I have to go to the bathroom.” “If we keep having pit stops, we’ll never get there.” Wisdom 1:13-15; 2:23-24 We spend our time bickering about details and worrying about the unforeseen events- Psalms 30:2, 4, 5-6, 11-13 and very little goes as planned. The magical moments, those moments we will remember and cherish 20 years from now, those are almost always the moments we did not see coming. The ice cream cone on our last night. The insomnia that sent us to the window where we had a midnight view of Lake Michigan. The afternoon nap in Florida that wasn’t planned, but came so full and so deep that we woke up and wondered where we were. Like when we were children. In the moment our vacation takes us where we did not plan, it looks more like a pil- grimage- and that is when we realize we really needed a pilgrimage and not a vacation in the first place. A spiritual Nestea plunge. Into the arms of Christ. Maybe that is the point. Summer vacations, like life, need to make room for pilgrim- age moments. A pilgrimage is about giving up control. It is about opening up the soul.It is about expecting nothing and receiving everything. It is about letting God dot the “I” and cross the “T.” Faith likes a bit of willy nilly, a bit of waiting. A little wonder and awe. A little wonder and awe at ice cream. At long drives. At Mass in rural America at a church we have never seen and will probably never see again. Like being a disciple and walking from Capernaum to Cana with no expectations. It is the moment when you taste the best wine you ever had and you realize grace showed. Vacations can be the best of times or the worst of times. I think it is one of the sadder things we, as Americans, spend so much money on something that magnifies the worst St. Ann Parish, Hochheim, and the St. Ann KJZT #37 sponsored the annual spring we have to offer one another, the very ones we are supposed to love the most. fundraiser. The goal was to raise enough funding to have a small storage building built Like children in the backseat. “There. That’s your half. Stay on your side.” “Hey, at the parish. Ruby Wigginton, society president, and society members present a check Dad, are we almost there?” “No, son. We are already there. This is there.” to Fr. Matthew Huehlefeld, pastor of St. Ann’s. As evidence of the success, society of- There is joy in discovering Jesus Christ in the ‘now’ of it. ficers and members stand in the doorway of the building as it nears completion. KJZT #37 has been integral in the preservation and maintenance of the parish for generations. The little church on the prairie boasts a dedicated and generous flock who lovingly care Feast of Our Mother of Perpetual Help for the picturesque church! - Pope Francis rever- ences a statue of Mary June 27 at the conclusion of Our Lady of Guadalupe the canonization Mass for 4 new saints in St. Festival Meal Peter's Square at the Vatican last month. Sunday, June 14, 2015 He canonized four Bay City, TX 19th-century nuns. Parish Hall (12th Street and Ave. D) The new saints are: Marie-Alphonsine and Brisket Dinner 12th St. Mary of Jesus Cruci- 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. • $8 p/p. fied, both from historic Palestine; Jeanne Emi-

Dine-in / Pick-up / Drive-thru 60 lie De Villeneuve from Ave. D France; and Maria Auction • 11:30 a.m. 35 Door Prize Drawing every half hour Cristina Brando from Italy. (CNS photo/Paul begins at 11:30 a.m. Haring) The Catholic Lighthouse DIOCESE Page 7 — June 2015

Fr. Joe, 50 years Continued from page 1

Assisting Fr. Joe those celebrated his in 75th need birthday on Dec. 21, 2014.

their only child. On Feb. 20, 1983, he celebrated the occasion of his parents’ 50th wedding anniversary. Fr. Joseph Vrana, known by all as Fr. Joe, was first assigned as temporary assistant at St. Mary's Cathedral in Galveston. In Jan. 1975, he was assigned as associate pastor of Holy Cross, Bay City. He served the parish for 4 years; serving as director of The Catholic parishes of Holy Family, Wharton; Our Lady of Mount Carmel, the Confraternity of Christian Doctrine, chaplain of the Knights of Columbus (KCs), and Wharton; and St. Joseph Mission, Boling, were challenged to provide 40 hours of service the Catholic Youth Organization (CYO). He became active in the community serving as a and donate at least 400 pounds of food and personal care items to the St. Vincent de Paul Matagorda County juvenile probation officer. On Feb. 8, 2001, he was named ‘Pastor of Society during this past Lenten season. The Holy Trinity Conference of the St. Vincent de the Day’ of the 77th legislative session in Austin. He also served on the Western Deanery Paul Society ministers to those in financial need throughout the greater Wharton area and Diocesan Council of Catholic Women and the Archdiocesan Galveston-Houston Marriage is a joint venture of the 3 parishes. Society members and parish volunteers documented Policy Committee. He was appointed administrator of Holy Cross, East Bernard, in July the number of service hours and weighed the food and personal care item donations. 1975 and named pastor on Jan. 1, 1977, serving the parish for 10 1/2 years. On June 8, More than 100 hours of service and 3,405 pounds of food and personal care items were 1988, he was pastor of Holy Family, Wharton, and St. Joseph’s Mission, Boling. In 2006, donated by parishioners and ready to stock on the shelves of the society which operates he was pastor of St. Mary’s, Nada, as well as St. John’s, New Taiton. At St. Mary’s, he is out of Holy Family Church. chaplain of the KCs, Confraternity of Christian Mother’s Society, Nada K.J.T., K.J.Z.T. “Unbelievable! Amazing! Blessed!” responded Fr. Bob Knippenberg, pastor of Holy Society #17, Catholic Life Insurance, and CDA Court #1595. He enjoys deer and bird Family Church and St. Joseph Mission, upon learning of the totals. “We asked for 40 hours hunting as well as fishing and gardening. With the help of his beloved Aunt Jane Cyva, of service and 400 pounds of goods and the parishioners went into ‘generosity overdrive.’ he helped restore a 194.0 model Farmall “B” tractor. Last month, on May 29, 2015, he I am very proud of them and their response to those in our community who are in need. celebrated his 50th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. They take our Lord’s teaching in the Gospel according to St. Matthew very seriously: ‘Amen, I say to you, whatever you did for one of these least brothers of mine, you did for me’ (Mt 25:40).” He added, “I’m not really surprised, though. Our Christmas parish To Love as God Loves–This marriage project was to collect enough money to purchase 1 pair of goats for each of the 12 days preparation program is for couples 40 and of Christmas. The goats would provide poor and needy families in developing countries over, couples seeking convalidation, and throughout the world with a highly sustainable means of providing for themselves. By couples seeking a second marriage and the end of the Christmas season, we had collected enough funds to actually donate not beyond. Upcoming date: Sept. 27. For more 12 goat pairs, but 72 goat pairs!” David Rivera, society president, stated, “We are very information, brochure, or registration form, grateful to the Catholic parishes of Wharton and Boling for choosing us for their Lenten visit www.victoriadiocese.org. parish project this year. We could not fulfill our mission to serve those in need in the greater Wharton area without their kind and very generous support.”

The KJZT #101 Bake Sale at Holy Family Catholic Church, Victoria, raised funds Students in the St. Joseph High School (STJ), Victoria, Marianist Life Community for the Food Bank of the Golden Crescent. Each dollar raised helped to provide 8 meals. joined KC #1329 in their 40 Cans for Lent Food Drive. Students encouraged classmates Presenting a $2,000 check to provide 160,000 meals are left to right: Irene Brosch, to bring non-perishable food items to support the St. Vincent de Robin Cadle, president/CEO of the Food Bank; Carolyn Paul Society at St. Mary's, Our Lady of Lourdes, and Our Lady of Nevlud, and Rosie Olsovsky. Victory. Working together, students at STJ donated nearly 2,100 pounds of food.

I am the bread of life. Helping those less fortunate Whoever comes to me will never be hungry and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty. ~John 6:35 The Catholic Lighthouse Page 8 — June 2015 NEWS

years CRS joins World Bank Church celebrates Early beginings: Dedication and Faith Community Statement 1892 of present to end extreme poverty by 2030 church: Dedication of May 16, by Tom Price/ Catholic Relief Services (CRS) first church: 1965 More than 30 leaders from major world religions and heads of global faith-based July 24, 1892 organizations, including Catholic Relief Services (CRS), launched a clarion call to action Patronal to end extreme poverty by 2030, a goal shared by the World Bank Group. Second church: feast: Ending Extreme Poverty: A Moral and Spiritual Imperative notes that remarkable ca. 1925 Jan. 21 progress has been made in reducing extreme poverty. In the last 25 years, the number of people living in extreme poverty has declined from nearly 2 billion people to fewer than 1 billion. Now, for the first time in human history, the capacity and moral responsibility St. Agnes Catholic Church, Edna exists so no one has to live in extreme poverty’s grip. “We have ample evidence from the World Bank Group and others showing that we Throughout 1880 and 1891 the home of Captain John E. Billups of Edna was used by can now end extreme poverty within 15 years,” the Moral various priests, from Victoria and El Campo, to celebrate Mass with Catholic families. Imperative notes. “In 2015, our governments will be decid- In 1892, the first Catholic church was built under the supervision of Fr. W.G. Henderson. ing upon a new global sustain- able development agenda that St. Agnes was dedicated on July 24, 1892 by Fr. Lawrence Wyer, rector of the seminary has the potential to build on our shared values to finish the in Victoria. He remained in charge unil 1895 when he was succeeded by: urgent task of ending extreme poverty. We, in the faith com- munity, embrace this moral imperative because we share St. Agnes pastors the belief that the moral test of our society is how the weakest Fr. W.E. Heffernan: 1896-99 and most vulnerable are faring. Our sacred texts also call us to combat injustice and Fr. G. J. Hendricks: 1900-08 uplift the poorest in our midst.” Fr. Vossenkuhl: 1908 According to Bill O’Keefe, vice president for advocacy and government relations at Fr.. W.E. Heffernan: 1909-10 CRS, “We believe ending extreme poverty is practically possible and morally impera- Fr. P.J. Crane: 1911-12 tive. Through our work in almost 100 countries, we are committed to reaching over 150 Fr. P.J. Schnetzer: 1912-14; in 1913 the first rectory was built million of the most vulnerable people by 2018. We are also committed to engaging 10 1914-19: several priests visited, but were not permanent pastors, including: million people in our own country to act against global poverty. We are proud to join in J.J. Keiffer, A. Wensorra, Francis Havel, and Peter Baquet this comprehensive effort to end extreme poverty.” Fr. Bevin, Fr. Tarralellas, and Fr. Karnowski: 1919-25 As Pope Francis said in a 2013 meeting with students of Jesuit schools, “The times Fr. J.W. Smiers: 1925-42 talk to us of so much poverty in the world and this is a scandal. Poverty in the world is a Fr. Buckley scandal. In a world where there is so much wealth, so many resources to feed everyone, Fr. Balthasar ‘Balty’ Janacek: 1955-62; in 1957 new rectory was built; it is unfathomable that there are so many hungry children, that there are so many children in 1958 parish school was established without an education, so many poor persons. Poverty today is a cry.” Fr. Stanley Petru: 1962-69; in 1964 school building was remodeled; The Moral Imperative seeks to generate the necessary social and political will and building of present-day church dedicated in May 1965 by Msgr. J.L. Manning inspire greater commitments from others to join in this cause. It taps into shared convic- Fr. Thomas Flanagan: 1969-72 tions and beliefs that unify the world’s major religions around the call and responsibility Fr. William Halata: 1972-74 to combat poverty. The statement arose from the World Bank’s Faith Based and Religious Msgr. Raymond Garcia Leaders Roundtable held earlier this year, the first high-level meeting between World Bishop Hugo Gerbermann: 1975; addition to rectory was built Bank Group president Jim Yong Kim and faith leaders. Msgr. Joseph Hybner: 1977-85; RE Center constructed and dedicated on April 13, 1980 by Archbishop Flores Msgr. Michael O’Shaughnessy: 1985-2007 Fr. Michael Petering: 2007-current

In 1925, the church was destroyed by a fire and a second churh was built by Fr. J.W. Smiers. In 1949, a parish hall was erected and improvements were made to the rectory. After 9 years of existence, the parish school was closed in 1967. The rectory was destroyed by fire in Feb. 1987, but by May 6, 1988 the beautiful new rectory was completed and blessed by Bishop Charles V. Grahmann. A new parish gymnasium was built in 1998 and dedicated on Dec. 19, 1998 by Bishop Emeritus David E. Fellhauer. In the Spring of 2000 the extension of the Blessed Sacrament Chapel was added, bringing the seating capacity to 40. The church roof was replaced in Oct. 2003. The plans for renovation of the church began late 2004 and the church was renovated by April 2005. Remodeling included changing the whole color decorum, new ceiling and new lights, and an addition Community members in Wajir County fetch safe water from a community-managed of 2 entrance porches and a large entry foyer. water kiosk constructed by CRS through the Kenya Arid Land Disaster Risk Reduction program, which received funding from U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID). The kiosk, which has 3 taps to reduce time spent waiting in line, protects the water fittings against vandalism and unauthorized access to water. CRS/( Styvers Kathuni) Shouldn’t your ad be in color? Have you helped someone in need today? The Catholic Lighthouse DIOCESE Page 9 — June 2015 Parishioners make donations The Bowers, parishioners of St. Anthony of Padua, Palacios, made vital donations to the diocese of Victoria and their parish. The donations in- cluded one towards seminarian education in memory of Msgr. Michael Harrold and Mr. Bow- ers’ sister, Sr. Denise Bowers; one towards the retirement of priests and nuns in honor of the priests and nuns from St. Anthony, Palacios; and one towards St. Anthony of Padua parish. Left to right: Fr. Gary Janak, diocesan administrator, chancel- Last month, parishioners of St. Agnes, lor, and pastor at OLV; Cheryl Bowers, Bishop-Elect Brendan Cahill; Harold Bowers; Bishop Emeritus David Fellhauer; Edna, celebrated the 50th anniversary and Fr. Bryan Heyer, pastor of St. Anthony, Palacios. of the present church. Bishop Emeritus C L A S S Congratulations Fellhauer officiated at the Mass of Thanks- o f giving. Concelebrants were Msgr. Joseph 2 0 1 5 to the Diocese of Victoria Hybner, Fr. Michael Petering, pastor of Catholic High Schools’ 2015 St. Agnes, Fr. Antonio Perez, and Deacon Wally Rodriquez. Following the Mass, Top Graduates! approximately 140 guests and parishio- St. Joseph High School, Victoria • Sacred Heart, Hallettsville • Shiner Catholic School ners enjoyed a catered meal and shared memories. Additional special guests in attendance included Sr. Leonita Barron, IWBS, and Sr. Amata Hollas, IWBS, both originally from St. Agnes parish; and Sr. Lois Marie Etzler, IWBS. It was a thankful, blessed, beautiful, and joyful occasion for all!

CRS launches part- Madison Ashley Hoang Hannah Christine Boozalis Sarah Craig Eastham nership with Catholic Valedictorian/ Salutatorian/ Historian/ National Merit Finalist National Merit Finalist National Merit Finalist high schools Parents: Dr. Paul Hoang and Parents: Dr. George and Parents: Mr. Donald Eastham by Susan Walters/ Catholic Relief Dr. Lucy Nguyen Mrs. Debbie Boozalis and Mrs. Amy Eastham Services (CRS) It’s a big world out there. As Pope Francis has often repeated, it’s a world Catholics are called into to serve their neighbors with the numerous gifts they have at their disposal. One such gift is knowledge- and to help youth become more internationally aware and glob- ally responsive, Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is teaming up with Catholic high Taylor Morgan Opela Kristin Brianne Popp Scott Ryan Huser schools in a unique partnership called the Valedictorian Salutatorian Historian CRS Global High School Program. Parents: Mr. Keith Opela and Parents: Mr. Brian Popp and Parents: Mr. Fred Huser and Carolyn Woo, president and CEO of Mrs. Susan Opela Mrs. Lori Popp Mrs. Debra Huser Catholic Relief Services, announced the partnership at the National Conference of Catholic Educators. “Drawing from our experience overseas, CRS has devel- oped resources to help Catholics pursue a lifelong relationship with our brothers and sisters around the world, to better understand how Catholic teaching calls us to serve others as we gain a deeper understanding of our place in the human family,” said Carolyn Woo. Kurt Jacob Chunda Kyle John Chunda Emily Marie Malinovsky “For young people, the CRS Global Salutatorian Valedictorian Historian High School Initiative, with its inventive Parents: Mr. Jeff Chunda and Parents: Mr. Jeff Chunda and Parents: Mr. Michael Malinovsky See CRS launches program, pg. 13 Mrs. Anne Chunda Mrs. Anne Chunda and Mrs. Peggy Malinovsky The Catholic Lighthouse Page 10 — June 2015 YOUTH

Blessings at Sacred Heart

Sacred Heart Catholic School (SHCS), Hallettsville, announced Kevin Haas will take over as principal. Haas ia a 1999 graduate of Sacred Heart and will replace long-time prin- Also, at SHCS, Hallettsville, Bishop Emeritus Fellhauer blessed several additions and cipal, David Smolik who is retiring after 31 years of service. Left to right: Fr. Barnabas renovations to the school and parish including a gazebo in memory of Rebecca and Kyeah, parochial vicar of Sacred Heart Catholic Church; Msgr. John Peters, pastor Julie Steffek, two young students killed in an accident two years ago; a prayer garden in of Sacred Heart Catholic Church; Kevin Haas, new principal of SHCS; John Quary, memory of Carolyn Hermes Dworsky and Terry Mitchon Bludau, two deceased alumni superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Victoria; and David Smolik, and mothers who died of cancer; and the Ten Commandements Monument. Left to retiring principal of SHCS. Photo courtesy of Jimmy Appelt/Tribune-Herald. right: David Smolik, Bishop Emeritus Fellhauer, Kevin Haas, Msgr. John Peters, Sr. Colette Kouba, IWBS, and Sr. Emiliana Grafe, IWBS. Thankful for Catholic education The Holy Family KC Council #9088, Victoria, sponsored the 17th Annual Catholic Schools Appreciation Dinner last month. Administration, faculty, and staff from Our Meet a Catholic School Principal Lady of Victory School, Nazareth Academy, and St. Joseph High School were honored. (a TCL series) Harvey Kocian, grand knight, thanked the educators and audience of 175 people which included school officals, KC members and spouses, for their dedication to Catholic edu- cation. Fr. Gary Janak, diocesan chancellor and pastor of OLV, spoke of how grateful he I was born in McAllen, TX. I lived in challenge. was for those who have invested in Catholic education. He stated, “Our teachers are the the McAllen/Mission area all of my life. I In the 2015-16 school year, I hope to unsung heroes and we say thank you for the many contributions and efforts.” Also, in was raised in a Catholic family with deep- be a strong instructional leader. I hope I attendance was Bishop Emeritus David Fellhauer. He added, “A Catholic education pays rooted faith. I was a member of will be an influence of growth. dividends for life.” Our Lady of Sorrows parish. Studnets deserve to not only meet When I married my husband, expectations for standards of edu- Tony, I became a member of cation, but to surpass them. We Our Lady of Guadalupe, Mis- are preparing children for a future sion. that is exciting and wide open. I was the principal at James We must influence our children Bonham Elementary in McAl- with the values of faith that will len until June 2014. Bonham guide them as they meet future Elementary is an Internation- challenges. al Baccalaureate (IB) The most important Jennifer Saenz World School®. Stu- thing about being a prin- St. Michael, Cuero The Catholic Schools Office Library Committee, left to right: Tammy Grabar- dents in the 21st century cipal is knowing the re- kievtz, Shiner Catholic School; Michelle Wilson, St. Philip School, El Campo; Leah are faced with the chal- sponsibility that God has Wagner, Shiner Catholic School; Kathy Anderle, Our Lady of the Gulf, Port Lavaca; lenge of learning about an interconnected given me. As a community of educators, Barbara Schroeder, St. Rose of Lima, Schulenburg; Amy Heffrey, St. Anothony, world where knowledge is constantly de- parents, caregivers, and spiritual leaders, Columbus; Audrey Sauer, St. Michael, Cuero; Liliane Janda, Nazareth Academy, veloping. The Primary Years Programme we have the most important asset for our Victoria; Norma Smolik, Our Lady of Victory, Victoria; Mita Bossley, Holy Cross, prepares students to be active participants future in our hands. It is very important Bay City; and Debra Studer, St. Joseph High School, Victoria. in a lifelong journey of learning. This is that we use every day wisely to build our my 23rd year in education. I have a Mas- children into the dynamic, knowledgeable, LIBRARY & MEDIA CENTER ters degree in Education in the area of caring, spiritual leaders of tomorrow. The

Summer Fun Days Office hours: reading, a Bachelors degree in Interdisci- most interesting part of being a principal is Monday-Friday plinary Studies for Elementary Education, getting to know every student. A principal WEDNESDAYS AT 10:00 A.M. 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and a minor in Special Education. who loves their children in a school will I have wanted to be a principal for a never lack being loved back. It is the very Catholic school for several years. I feel best medicine. JUNE 10, 2015 JUNECANCELED* 24, 2015 that as my faith has grown, God has called I live in Port Lavaca with my 3 boxers, JULY 8, 2015 JULY 22, 2015 me to serve him through what I know- Mikey, Charlie, and Benny. They keep my CHILDREN MUST BE ACCOMPANIED BY AN ADULT education. I love working with young life active and interesting. People who (Parent or Legal Guardian). people and am very excited to get to know have dogs, know this: dogs are God’s great Summer is just around the corner and the kids will be out of school... what will the children and families of St. Michael’s gift to humans. They love us uncondition- you do? Bring them to the Library located on the 2nd floor at the Chancery at 1505 School, Cuero. My husband passed away ally. My daughter and her husband live E. Mesquite Lane, Victoria, TX, 77901! During the months of June and July children very unexpectedly last year and it caused near me and I cook dinner for them most can enjoy a faith-based movie, participate in an activity, and have a healthy snack for me to re-evaluate life. Being close to fam- evenings. It is a win-win situation because FREE! Come, join us! *Cancellation due to preparation for Bishop Ordination. For ily and following my heart have become they help me with chores at my house. more information, contact Margaret Pruett at (361) 573-0828 x2224, catecheticalsec@ very important to me. I know God’s plan My son lives in San Antonio. Education victoriadiocese.org, or visit www.victoriadiocese.org. was for me to move and to start this new has always been a big part of our family. The Catholic Lighthouse DIOCESE Page 11 — June 2015 In memory Year of Consecrated Life Sr. Elaine Braden, 93, of Grange; and Nazareth Academy, (a TCL series) Victoria, died May 28, 2015. She Victoria. She also served as li- was born Feb. 13, 1922, in Mentz brarian at Nazareth Academy for The Family and Vocations to Rochus G. and Louise Wendel 11 years. by Sr. M. Amata Hollas, IWBS Braden. She was a Catholic and After moving to Incarnate On the World Day of Prayer for Vocations, we all gathered together in our chapel a member of the Sisters of the Word Convent in 1998, she as- at Incarnate Word Convent for a Holy Hour for Voca- IWBS. sisted in the Gift Shop, the Por- tions. We joined our prayers with all of those around the She received her elementary tress Office, and dining room. world who were praying for vocations on this day. As we education at Mentz Public School In 2012, she was placed in the prayed, I was remembering St. Agnes, my home parish and then attended Jones Creek School healthcare area on oxygen and her min- in Edna. Fr. David Buckley was named pastor in 1942, until 9th grade. She graduated from istry as convent librarian continued until the year we moved to Edna. He greatly encouraged voca- El Campo High School in 1940. She the day she died. She enjoyed playing tions; we had perpetual ado- ration and prayed especially entered Nazareth Convent Sept. 5, cards and continued reaching out to others for vocations. I remember sometimes going with my 1943 and became a postulant on Dec. through her loving communication and Mom from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Wednesdays or going 8, 1943. She received the habit of the beautiful smile. with my Dad for adoration from 11:00 p.m. to midnight. And, as a family at home, we Sisters of the IWBS on Aug. 27, 1944 She was preceded in death by her par- prayed to the Lord of the Harvest “to send laborers into the harvest.” and made her first profession of vows ents, a baby brother, her brothers Msgr. Le- It was through the St. Agnes parish community that my parents, Albert and Ann Hol- on Aug. 28, 1945. She was awarded a roy Braden and Leonard Braden, brother/ las, received the help and guidance to become a domestic church with their 5 children, B.A. degree with a major in English sister-in-law Leon and Mary Lee Braden, as described in Lumen Gentium, #11: “The family is, so to speak, the domestic church. and a minor in Spanish from Incar- her sister/brother-in-law Mary Louise and In it parents should, by their word and example, be the first preachers of the faith to their nate Word College and received a Martin Hacker. children; they should encourage them in the vocation which is proper to each of them, Permanent Texas Elementary Teacher Survivors include her brother/sister- fostering with special care vocation to a sacred state.” Certificate. in-law William and Connie Braden and As we celebrate this Year of Consecrated Life we are also bonding with the Synod She served as educator in the fol- numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. of Bishops as they address the family. Pope Francis will join with tens of thousands lowing schools: Sts. Cyril and Metho- She will be buried at Catholic Cem- of people from around the world, in Philadelphia for the 8th annual World Meeting of dius School, Cistern; Sts. Peter and etery No. 3. Families Sept. 22-27, 2015. The theme, chosen by Pope Francis, is Love is our Mission: Paul School, Frelsburg; Hostyn School Memorials may be made to Incarnate The Family Fully Alive. near La Grange; Holy Trinity School, Word Convent, Hospice of South Texas, Corn Hill; Sacred Heart School, Hal- or donor's choice. The family which experiences the joy of faith communicates it naturally. That lettsville; Sacred Heart School, La family is the salt of the earth and the light of the world; it is the leaven of society. ~Pope Francis

On the World Day of Prayer for Vocations, Sisters of IWBS pray during the Holy Hour for Vocations prayer service.

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Prayer To Know One's Vocation Lord, my God and my loving Father, you have made me to know you, to love you, to serve you, and thereby to find and to fulfill my deepest longings. I know that you are in all things, and that every path can lead me to you. But of them all, there is one especially by which you want me to come to you. Since I will do what you want of me, I pray you, send your Holy Spirit to me: into my mind, to show me what you want of me; into my heart, to give me the determination to do it, and to do it with all my love, with all my mind, and with all of my strength right to the end. Jesus, I trust in you. Amen.

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What is religious life about? Find out by taking a virtual journey and exploring resources to help discover your calling. Visit www.LifeAsASister.org. The Catholic Lighthouse Page 12 — June 2015 FAITH & FAMILY

A B Ministries • Ongoing Activities Catholic Family Services–To find Catholic organizations which focus on family, visit the Catholic Association of Catholic Family Life Ministers at www.nacflm.org. Courage–Ministers to persons with same-sex attractions and their loved ones. The ministry also has an outreach, EnCourage, which ministers to relatives, spouses, and friends of persons with same-sex attractions. It is a Roman Catholic Apostolate endorsed by the Pontifical Council for the Family. For more information, visitwww.couragerc.net . Engaged Encounter–Aug. 28-30 and Oct. 16-18. Registrations are on a first come, first serve basis. Fee must accompany registration form. For more information, call (361) OLV receives 573-0828 x2230 or visit www.victoriadiocese.org. Gabriel Project–Helps women experiencing a crisis pregnancy- an alternative to abortion. national Meetings are the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at 101 W. Convent. Light recognition supper included. For angel workshop/training dates, contact Barbara at (361) 649- As featured in the April issue, Our Lady of Victory Catholic School, Victoria, was 1612 or [email protected]. Holy Family, Wharton, meetings are the 4th selected as 1 of 14 schools in the U.S. to receive the 2015 Innovations in Catholic Educa- Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. Sts. Peter and Paul, Meyersville, meetings are the tion Award from Today’s Catholic Teacher. The Innovative Project in Total Community 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6:00 p.m. For more information, call (979) 532-3593, Involvement Award was given to OLV for their Parent Aide System Program. (A) Left M-F, 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. or visit www.gabrielproject.com. to right: Dr. Linda Stuart, OLV assistant principal, Kathy Bruno, 7th grade teacher, Sr. Grief Ministry–Meetings are the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Laura Toman, OLV principal, and Diana Kubenka, 6th grade teacher. (B) At the (NCEA) in conference/brides’ room at Holy Family Church, Victoria. Before attending, call Conference in Orlando, FL, Sr. Laura Toman accepted the award which also included Sharon at (361) 578-7572. a 5-pound bar of chocolate from The World’s Finest Chocolate Co., a book for each Hospice of South Texas–Volunteer to provide continuity of inpatient care, home care, student at OLV from Pflaum Publishing, a cloth school bag from Lands’ End, and (as and bereavement services. Free grief support group meetings are the 2nd Monday of shown above) a large banner for the school provided by contest sponsors. each month at 10:00 a.m. in Victoria and the 4th Tuesday of each month at 5:30 p.m. in Hallettsville. For more information, call 1(800) 874–6908, (361) 572-4300, or visit www.hospiceofsouthtexas.org. Be strong, Incarnate Word Prayer Group–Praise and worship on Mondays 7:30-9:00 p.m. in the and let Auditorium at Incarnate Word Convent, 1101 N.E. Water Street. For more information, your heart contact Sr. Louise Marie Jones at (361) 575-7111 or [email protected]. take courage, Marriage Encounter–This program is no longer offered in the Diocese of Victoria. all you Replacing it is Retrouvaille (see below). To find a Marriage Encounter weekend outside who wait of the diocese, visit www.wwme.org. for the Lord! Natural Family Planning–NFP is the only church-approved form of family planning. To ~Psalms 31:24 learn about the sympto-thermal method in the Victoria area and NFP class schedules, contact David and Annie Coffey at [email protected]. In Wharton, contact Susanne Koch at (505) 710-0903 or [email protected]. Raphael’s Refuge–RR’s mission is to build and maintain a memorial in honor of babies, born and unborn. It is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Flatonia. Peer counseling and spiritual direction are available for those suffering a loss of a baby due to miscarriage, stillbirth, infant death, or abortion. For more information, visit www. raphaelsrefuge.org. Retrouvaille–Retrouvaille, meaning rediscovery, is a marriage-healing ministry offered in the diocese to couples in difficult marriages. Contact John and Jennifer Vincent at [email protected] or (361) 580-2770; call (800) 470-2230; or visit www. Be informed on issues of importance to Catholics in our state- becoming a member helpourmarriage.org or www.retrouvaille.org. of the Texas Catholic Network is easy! For more information, visit www.txcatholic.org, St. Francis and St. Clare Fraternity/Secular Franciscans–For dates, contact Mary or www.faithfulcitizenship.org. Ann LeBlanc at (361) 575-1858 or visit www.lostrescompaneros-sfo.org.

Before a diocesan Safety Environment’s policy and procedures train- ing class, several parishioners were in the parish hall of Queen of the Holy Rosary, Hostyn, making noodles for the Hostyn Mayfest last month. The Kenneth J. French, Sr. process involved several dozen eggs 1501 E Mockingbird, and dough rolling. Drying racks were Ste 102 used and the long pieces were shred- Victoria, TX 77901 ded for packaging. The Hostyn Noo- (361) 576-0178 dle Makers make homemade noodles which are donated to several church festivals in Hostyn, Plum, Cistern, and Praha. Left to right: Verlene Kuntschik and Gloria Heinrich, both parishioners of Queen of the Holy Rosary, Hostyn. The Catholic Lighthouse YOUTH Page 13 — June 2015 Puzzle contest

www.victoriadiocese.org Wendy Eggert, director • Ryan Leos, associate director (361) 573-0828 • [email protected] Summer activities: Jr. High Sessions (students entering 6th or finishing 8th grade. Session I June 14-16 • Session II June 17-19 • $65 per person includes food and lodging for 2 nights. (Both sessions are CLOSED, waiting lists available!) Permission and medi- cal release forms are required of everyone attending the retreat. Space is limited to 50 participants. Registration will close when this number is reached. A $15 NON- REFUNDABLE DEPOSIT is required to secure a space. This deposit is considered part of the registration fee; thus the balance due after the deposit is $50. To order a 2015 Camp David t-shirt, include an additional $10 with the deposit and indicate size. Elementary Session (students entering 3rd & 5th grades) June 17 • $15 includes food and all crafts supplies. Permission and medical release forms are required of ev- eryone attending the retreat. Space is limited and will close when spots are filled. To order a 2015 Camp David t-shirt, include an additional $10 with payment and indicate size. Discipleship Week • June 22-25. Registration forms can be found on the diocesan website under Youth & Young Adult Ministry as well as other forms needed to attend this retreat by NET Ministries. Rocky Mountain High Retreat • July 4-12, 2015 • Pagosa Springs, Colorado. CRS launches partnership with Catholic high schools Continued from page 9 introduction to global topics, helps begin that lifelong journey. CRS has similar programs with Catholic universities that engage students and faculty with the poor overseas. Such partnerships are among the ingredients that distinguish Catholic education in the U.S.” Since beginning the pilot in 2011, teachers and administrators along with CRS staff have worked together to create a rich and relevant collection of resources schools can use to introduce and explore the concepts of global solidarity with their students. Lesson plans, prayer services, and school-wide events have been designed and tested by the 14 pilot schools across the country. What makes the program special is that the topics of social justice and global soli- darity are not limited to one department, but rather are designed to be integrated into all aspects of the schools’ academic, religious, and social life. The entire school com- Name: munity- administrators, faculty, staff, students, and parents can engage in planning and Address: implementing the components of the program. Phone number: Catholic high schools can sign up to participate at introductory and beginning levels Parish: called silver and gold levels. There is no cost to the schools to participate or use the CRS Age, if 18 or under: Global High School Program resources. For more information, visit www.ghs.crs.org.

The winner of the June will transform your own life and contest will win Pope Fran- relationships. cis and Our Call to Joy by If you have not won the puzzle Diane Houdek. Like his contest within the past 6 months, namesake, St. Francis of As- please mail a completed June sisi, Pope Francis discovers puzzle form by June 26, 2015 to joy in a personal encounter The Catholic Lighthouse, P.O. with Christ in the Gospels. Box 4070, Victoria, TX 77903 for By reflecting on the pope’s a chance to win! example and words, you

Tune in to what kids watch! (979) 543-6941 The Family Guide to Using Media offers a list of valuable resources be in this issue? and actions that can help parents. For more information, click on the Use Your Intelligence Shouldn’t your ad Communications link at www.usccb.org. Respect Human Beings and the Family Apply Gospel Values The Catholic Lighthouse Page 14 — June 2015 FAITH & FAMILY

Congratulations PASTORAL INSTITUTE to adult faith formation graduates Short Term Program

Six parishioners from the Diocese of Victoria recently completed the Instituto de Formación Pastoral/Pastoral Formation Institute (IFP/PFI), a 2-year basic adult faith formation and skills for ministry program. Graduates successfully fulfilled requirements to receive a Certificate of Pastoral Formation from the Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio, TX. In 2010, OST received a generous grant to disseminate funds into a media package provided to all rural parish communities in the San Antonio Archdiocese. The Oblates recognized this opportunity to provide an Echoes of Faith 3.0 is being made available through funds from the Capital Cam- adult formation program to our large and extended rural paign at NO COST to catechists and parish catechetical leaders in the Diocese of communities. Ministry for- mation is important for the Victoria. Register for a free one-year subscription at www.victoriadiocese.org (home purpose of serving the faith community and spreading page scroll down to the Echoes link). For more information, contact Christella Alvarez the word of God has been a significant part of the Oblates at (361) 827-7171, [email protected] or Sherry Kainer at (361) 573-0828 mission since coming to Texas in the 19th century. x2223, [email protected]. IFP/PFI was created in 1985 in order to reach out to people who might not ordinarily attend a graduate school of theology for training and it was also designed to be Catolicismo taught in both the English and Spanish languages.The (Programa de 10 semanas) format of the 2-year program is flexible. Course offerings include an emphasis on aca- Cada miércoles del 3 de junio hasta 29 de julio demic and human formation in year 1 and spiritual and pastoral formation in year 2. IFP/ De 6:00 p.m. hasta las 8:00 p.m. PFI seeks to mourish a mature faith that is ‘living, explicit, and fruitful.’ It is a program Edificio de Cancillería, 1505 E. Mesquite Lane, Victoria of basic adult faith formation providing foundational understandings of the Catholic (detrás de la Catedral Nuestra Señora de la Victoria) faith, spiritual formation in the rich traditions of prayer and spirituality in the Church, La Oficina del Ministerio Catequético estará ofreciendo el programaCatolicismo and an introduction to the basic skills of lay ministry. For more information, call (210) en español. Catolicismo es un programa de formación de adultos. Ha sido creado para 341-1366 or visit www.ost.edu. For more information on our diocesan Summer Short realizar y apoyar la misión de la Iglesia de evangelizar y enseñar el contenido de la fe. Term Program, see Echoes of Faith above or visit the Pastoral Institute site under the Este programa explica no solo aquello en que los católicos creen y porqué lo hacen, Ministries tab at www.victoriadiocese.org. sino que también presenta a través de un asombroso nivel de detalle visual la riqueza de la cultura global de la Iglesia. Todos los adultos son invitados a participar en estas clases. Padres de familia, Left to right: Sha- parejas casadas, mujeres y hombres solteros, jóvenes adultos (18 años o mayores), ron Patek, Sts. Cyril catequistas, los que participan en otros ministerios y cualquier otra persona que guste & Methodius, Shiner; asistir. Una donación de $10 para el programa de 10 semanas. Se puede entregar en Lindsey Morkovsky, la primera clase. Sts. Cyril & Metho- Para obtener más información, si tiene alguna pregunta o le gustaría registrarse dius, Shiner; and Mi- por teléfono, por favor llama Margaret Pruett al (361) 573-0828. chael Morkovsky, Sts. Cyril & Methodius, Shiner. St. Mary’s Parish Picnic

Sunday, June 14, 2015 1836-2015 Left to right: 179 years Maribel and Elías Food: Flores, Sacred Beer • Popcorn • Soda Heart, Flatonia; Snow cones • Hamburgers Fr. Eddie Winkler, Ice Cream • Kolaches pastor of Sacred and more! Heart, Flatonia and Sts. Cyril and Methodius, Cis- Games: tern, and Pedro Bingo • Ball Throw Hernandez, Sa- Ring Toss • Cake & cred Heart, Fla- Plant Walk • Train Ride St. Mary’s Parish Hall tonia. Fish Pond • Country Store Hallettsville, TX w/Arts & Crafts, Canned Mass 9:15 a.m. SAVE THE DATE! Goods, etc. Meal begins at 10:30 a.m. XXVIII Annual Conference for Catechesis and Ministry Featuring special St. Mary’s stew & sausage & all the trimmings Safeguarding the Dignity of Every Human Person Music 10:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m. : Plates: $9 p/p. October 24, 2015 Texas Sound Czech (10:30 a.m.-2:00 p.m.) Dine-in or drive-thru. Holy Family Catholic Church • Wharton, TX (2:00-5:30 p.m.) The day-long conference will include keynote presentations and Tony Janak a variety of workshops in English and Spanish. Red Ravens (5:30-9:00 p.m.) Auction: 1:00 p.m. The Catholic Lighthouse EVENTS Page 15 — June 2015 Special collection Center for youth in grades 9-12. For more information, Peter’s Pence Collection TCL visit www.diocesecc.org. for the Holy Father- June 28 Dallas/Irving–Is it I Lord? Vocations Awareness Program submission deadlines 2015 June 26-28 at the University of Dallas adjacent Meals • Picnics and more ISSUE DATE DEADLINE to Holy Trinity Seminary in Irving. Includes presenta- July June 15 tions, prayer, and meditation. For more information, Bay City–Our Lady of Guadalupe Festival June 14 at the August July 15 visit www.vapinfo.org. Parish Hall. Brisket dinner. 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $ 8 p/p. September August 14 Houston–Become One Archdiocesan Youth Conference 11:30 a.m. auction. See ad on pg.6. October September 14 July 31-Aug. 2 at the Hilton Americas Hotel. For more East Bernard–Czech Kolache Klobase Festival June 13 at November October 16 information, visit www.archgh.org. Riverside Hall. 10:30 a.m.-8:00 p.m. Sausage and BBQ December November 16 San Antonio–St. John’s/Assumption Seminary chicken plates available at 11:00 a.m. Admission is $8 January 2016 December 4 Centennial Celebration evening gathering for former p/p. Children 12 and under are free. Sponsored by KJT priests July 24 at 5:00 p.m. at Assumption Seminary. St. Wenceslaus Society #40. For more information, call Includes tour and reception. For more information, (979) 335-7907 or visit www.kkfest.com. contact Mike Davis at (210) 734-5137 x1414 or mike. Port Lavaca–CDA Court Our Lady of the Gulf #2267 Port O’Connor–Holy Family KC Council #9088 Fishing [email protected]. Games Party June 14 at St. Jude’s Hall. 1:00 p.m.-5:00 Tournament July 31 & Aug.1. See ad on pg. 11. Tivoli–Our Lady of Guadalupe Church celebrates the p.m. $7 entry fee. Bring a card game, dominoes, or board St. John/Schulenburg–St. John Parish Picnic July 4. 9:00 Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament the 1st Friday of game to play while enjoying refreshments. There will a.m. Mass. Stew and fried chicken. 10:30 a.m. $9 p/p. each month at 6:00 p.m. Mass begins at 7:00 p.m. at be door prizes, a raffle, and silent auction. For reserva- 12:30 p.m. auction. See ad on pg. 5. 501B William St. with Fr. Paulson Panakal. Mark your tions, contact Margaret Hilscher at (361) 552-3233, Victoria–The Knights of St. Gregory hosts the Bishop’s calendars now for next month. For more information, Doris Winter at (361) 987-2387, or Georgia Mikosh at Charity Banquet July 16 at the Victoria Country Club. call (361) 237-3634. (361) 552-6844. 6:30 p.m. social. 7:15 p.m. dinner. $100 p/p. Proceeds Victoria–Our Lady of Lourdes holds Healing Mass and Plum–Sts. Peter & Paul Parish 118th Annual Celebration benefit Bishop Cahill’s special charities. Seating is Prayer the 1st Saturday of each month at 10:00 a.m. June 28. 10:00 a.m. Mass. 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Fried limited. For more information, contact Donald Naiser at at 105 N. William St. with Fr. Phi Nguyen, chaplain chicken and sausage. $9 p/p. 1:30 p.m. auction. 2:00 (979) 543 8412. of IWBS Convent. Mark your calendars now for next p.m. Bingo. There will be music, games, and more. month. For more information, contact Sr. Louise Marie Schulenburg–St. Rose of Lima Parish Picnic June 14 at Conferences • Masses • Retreats and more Jones at [email protected]. the KC Hall. Fried chicken and sausage. 11:00 a.m. $9 Amarillo–Hats Off to DCCW Luncheon and Fashion p/p. 12:30 p.m. auction. There will be a country store, Show June 13 at Msgr. Francis A. Smyer Activity Bingo, cake walk, music, and more. Center at St. Mary’s Cathedral. 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Meet the third bishop St. Mary/Hallettsville–St. Mary’s Parish Picnic June 14. Nail It Junior Youth Rally June 13-14 at St. Thomas of the Diocese of Victoria! 9:15 a.m. Mass. Stew and sausage. 10:30 a.m. $9 p/p. the Apostle Church. For more information, visit www. Receptions will be held: amarillodiocese.org. 1:00 p.m. auction. See ad on pg. 14. July 10 • El Campo Victoria–Serra Club Priests’ Cookout June 11 at 3:00 p.m. Corpus Christi–Teens Open Up to God’s Holiness Youth at Holy Family Catholic Church. Retreat July 24-26 at the Pax Christi Liturgical Retreat 7:00 p.m. • KC Hall July 13 • Victoria Quo Vadis Vocation Camp for Young Men 7:00 p.m. • Holy Family July 5-8 • Cooper’s Farm near LaGrange, TX July 15 • Hallettsville The Office of Vocations is sponsoring a camp for young men who have 7:00 p.m. • KC Hall completed 8th grade to 21 years of age. Includes outdoor camp activities and discussions on discerning God’s will in life. Priests and seminarians July 20 • Palacios of the diocese will facilitate the camp. For more information, call Fr. 5:30 p.m. • Mass/reception at the Tommy Chen at (361) 552-6140 or visit www.victoriavocations.org. Vietnamese Apostolate

Journeys of Faith with Ceci Upcoming Pilgrimages Jewels of Eastern Europe August 23-Sept. 3, 2015 • $3,595 Spiritual director: Fr. Gary Janak Holy Land- Walk in the Footsteps of Jesus November 10-21, 2015 • $3,395 Spiritual director: Fr. Pat Knippenberg Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe & Bible & Books Shrines of Mexico Rosaries, Medals, & Statues Baptism & Wedding Items December 10-16, 2015 • $1,595 Spiritual director: Fr. Bob Knippenberg Inspirational Gifts for All Ages Ceci Triska • (979) 543-8575 • [email protected] www.selectinternationaltours.com The Catholic Lighthouse Page 16 — June 2015 DIOCESE

St. Rose of Lima Catholic School, Schulenburg, ends anniversary year

Last month, Bishop Emeritus Fell- hauer presided over the final Mass of the school year. He shared stories fond memo- ries of his Catholic education. Students sang songs in celebration. Awards were given for perfect attendance, honor roll, and staff service. A prayer service and the release of 125 butterflies concluded the ceremony. The year-long celebration reminded those in attendance as well as the St. Rose School family and commu- nity the importance of the mission of a Catholic education. A

(A) Rosanne Gallia, school princi- pal, and Bishop Emeritus Fellhauer release butterflies

(B) Fr. Tim Kosler, pastor of St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church, Schulen- C burg, and students watch butterflies at the Marti Love Children’s Chapel and Jack Hooper Prayer Garden.

St. Rose Catholic School Excellence through Jesus B

Monsignor Christopher J. Schreck, Rector/President, and the faculty, staff and seminarians of the Pontifical College Josephinum send congratulations and prayerful best wishes to Alumnus Father Kristopher Fuchs

Ordained to the Priesthood June 6, 2015 Ad Multos Annos!

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