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Dr. Phillip Crawford and his wife, Elisa, perform an extraction on Shannetrice Lee. The Crawfords spearheaded renovations and expansions to a clinic at St. Mary Parish in Pahokee, which provides free dental care and has offices to feature free medical care in the Sister of St. Francis Elizabeth Murphy, principal of St. future. (LINDA REEVES | FC) John Vianney Catholic School in Orlando, wipes away tears after the school received the Blessed Mother Teresa Award from Henry Fortier, superintendent. Bishop Frank J. Dewane confirms a young man at St. (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) Medical clinic Paul Parish in Arcadia. (BOB REDDY | FC) Service to gets facelift Confirmation: others honored During a simple ceremony at St. Mary Parish, Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito blessed the parish’s a continuation St. John Vianney School in Orlando and Fa- free dental clinic, which now has a facelift and ad- ther Lopez High School in Daytona Beach were ditional much-needed space. He went from room of faith journey awarded the third annual Blessed Mother Teresa to room, invoking God’s blessings on the clinic for Award, given in recognition for service projects the very poor. completed during the 2013-2014 academic year. The clinic’s project began in the fall of 2012. The Confirmation is a sacrament which must be un- The award highlights the corporal works of mercy dental clinic is about three times bigger than it derstood as a continuation of the faith journey, be- that Mother Teresa exemplified. was, with 2,500 square feet of additional space and ginning with baptism, along with the Eucharist, to “...(W)e highlighted in our schools all of the three dental rooms, reception and waiting area, a constitute a single saving event — Christian initi- amazing acts of charity and generosity that our room to sterilize equipment, storage areas and ation — “in which we are brought into Christ who students do every day,” said Henry Fortier, super- offices. It is open three days a week. On average, died and rose again, and become new creatures intendent of schools for the Diocese of Orlando. Crawford treats about 15 patients a day. and members of the Church,” Pope Francis said. Click on the ORLANDO DIOCESE above for Click on the PALM BEACH DIOCESE for more Click on the VENICE DIOCESE above for more more on this story. on this story. on this story.

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LINDA CALDWELL ‘I have always kept of the Florida Catholic staff God at the center of MELBOURNE | Looking my studies and will back upon his 12 years of Cath- olic education, Stefan Lee, a continue to do so in recent graduate of Melbourne my life.’ Central Catholic High School, said he could not have asked for Stefan Lee a better experience to prepare him for the future. “It has been a great academic received a host of accolades for Pope Francis and Rabbi of Western Wall experience and I really enjoyed his academic achievements, Shmuel Rabinovitch walk towards the that you could keep the faith in leadership roles, extracurricu- Western Wall in Jerusalem May 26. (PAUL school,” Lee said. “I have always lar activities, sports participa- HARING | CNS) kept God at the center of my tion and more than 1,000 hours studies and will continue to do of community service. so in my life.” Still, amid his notable In order to pursue Catholic achievements, Lee stands out Pope Francis’ education at the high school among his peers because of his level, Lee tolerated a daily two- deep faith and perseverance in Holy Land trip hour commute to and from the face of adversity. school that sometimes stretched “When I first came to school into four hours when he took here, I knew no one,” Lee said, raises hopes, a bus from his home in Scotts- during his commencement ad- moor to Melbourne. dress. “Coming from St. Teresa Susan Riebsame, guidance all the way in Titusville, I was questions director, said that while the dis- the only person to go to MCC tance did impact his academic from my middle school since my and extracurricular activities, it sister a few years before. Francis X. Rocca Valedictorian Stefan Lee delivers a commencement address did not slow Lee down. during the Melbourne Central Catholic High School graduation “I remember the first day of Catholic News Service “He learned to utilize every as Father Peter Dolan, left, first principal and president of the freshmen orientation,” he con- opportunity to study, while school, and Father Karl Bergin, school chaplain, listen. This year tinued. “I sat in the back of the VATICAN CITY | Given the Holy Land’s traveling home many evenings marked the 50th commencement for the high school. (LINDA bleachers, closed my eyes and long and complex history of military, religious in the dark following a long aca- CALDWELL | FC) tried to fall asleep. My goal dur- and cultural conflict, the run-up to Pope demic day and an extracurricu- ing orientation was to keep my Francis’ May 24-26 pilgrimage was inevitably lar activity,” she said in a letter. lic schools strive to present to to create a better world. head down and try not to talk marked by fears it would be marred by con- Like many of the 612 Catholic the world — a well-educated During his four years of high to anyone. That lasted about troversy — or worse. high school graduates from the individual who integrates his/ school, Lee, who is a valedic- 30 seconds before I was bom- Now that the pope’s second international Diocese of Orlando, Lee exem- her faith, moral leadership and torian in his class with a 4.53 trip is over, so are those fears. The suspense plifies the very person Catho- compassionate service in order weighted grade-point average, Please see MCC, 2 is not, however. With a number of surprising gestures and remarks over three busy days, the pope left Catholics and others around the SCHOOL’S FIRST PRINCIPAL RETURNS FOR SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY world wondering what comes next on a range “I thank Father Dolan for being here because Father Dolan said he was honored to be part of of important questions. LINDA CALDWELL of the Florida Catholic staff his presence here today reminds us of the founda- the celebration and is pleased by how the school THE POPE AND THE tion that he and our first graduates established,” has grown. PEACE PROCESS MELBOURNE | As they walked across said Michael Burke, president of the high school, “I am so proud that I might not be able to fit in the stage at King Center of Performing Arts in during his commencement speech. “This solid the car on the way home when I realize all of the Pope Francis made headlines on the sec- foundation, built on a spirit of excellence, has Melbourne on May 24 to accept their high school tremendous achievements that have been made,” ond day of his trip by inviting Palestinian diplomas, the 112 young men and women of Mel- endured for more than 50 years and is embodied Father Dolan said. “I am proud of the school, and President Mahmoud Abbas and Israeli Presi- bourne Central Catholic High School also made by the class of 2014, as it has been with all of of the teachers, administration and staff, but I am dent Shimon Peres to join him at the Vatican history as the school’s 50th graduating class. the graduates who have walked before them. This to pray together for peace. The Holy See an- most proud of the students and parents who have The school was founded in 1961 by Archbishop rich and everlasting tradition is truly something to nounced the encounter is set for June 8. (See made it all possible.” Joseph Hurley under the auspices of the Diocese celebrate.” story, Page 21) of St. Augustine. While the community celebrated Burke noted another noteworthy feat — 100 Burke concurred, saying, “We are proud of Pope Francis would no doubt say pes- the school’s golden anniversary four years ago, percent of the Class of 2014 is attending college these young men and women and trust that they simists underrate the power of prayer. He the importance of this special graduating class next year. In addition, Melbourne Central Catholic will remember their years at Melbourne Central could point to his efforts last fall against was recognized with the presence of Father Peter High School seniors earned $9.7 million in Catholic as an inspiration to seek God and to do U.S. President Barack Obama’s plans to use Dolan, one of the school’s three founding priests scholarship offers and completed 16,800 hours of good to all the people they meet in the course of and the school’s first president and principal. community service during high school. their lives.” n Please see POPE, 21 June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 2 State baseball champions step up to the plate in prayer

LINDA CALDWELL tion in college, said, “Just like every- of the Florida Catholic staff thing else, the baseball season had its ups and downs, and when it had OCALA | Sam Atwell, a recent its downs, you can’t just stop believ- graduate of Trinity Catholic High ing. You have to know that you can School, was thrown into the sports overcome all of the adversities and spotlight when in the last inning of obstacles with God on your side.” the semifinal game of the Florida Teammate Dash Winningham, Class 4A state playoffs May 14, the who has signed at Florida Gulf right fielder went full extension to Coast University in Fort Myers and catch the game-tying hit, ultimate- will study business or sports man- ly claiming a victory for the Celtics agement, concurs. against Bishop Verot High School “We knew God was always with from Fort Myers. His incredible us,” he said. “With God on your side, catch has been featured in local anything is possible. All he wants is and national news and has gone the best for us. He is always with viral with nearly 88,000 views on us.” YouTube. And as he prepared to process The next day, the varsity team down the aisle during the celebra- went on to the win the state cham- tion of the school’s baccalaureate pionship — the first state baseball Mass at Blessed Trinity Parish on championship for the school and May 21, Atwell said he would take Marion County — beating Pensac- with him many fond memories ola Catholic High School, 3-1. from Trinity Catholic High School. However, despite being in the “Trinity has been a great experi- limelight, the 18-year-old, who has ence, especially from the religious signed to pitch for Florida Southern Dash Winningham, who played first base for the state champion Trinity Celtic baseball team, presents point of view,” he said. “It is awe- College in Lakeland, where he plans the gifts to Bishop John Noonan during the school’s baccalaureate Mass May 21. (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) some to be able to go school and to to study physical therapy, remains be able to pray and have God in ev- humble, remembering where credit game and practice, the team would in your prayer life as well. were long, some were very short, ery class. Finishing the year by win- is truly due. huddle together and pray as a fam- “They really did well,” he contin- some of them stumbled through it, ning the state championship with “It has been crazy but everything ily. He said at first he would lead the ued. “I told them to speak from the but it was a great learning experi- my brothers — I couldn’t imagine a goes back to the glory of God,” At- team in prayer, but as the season heart and it will be fine.” ence, and the bottom line is we are better way to end it.” well said. “I wouldn’t be here with- progressed, he urged the teens to Bond said initially the young lifting up prayer to the Lord and “These were a special group of out him. He gave me the ability take charge. men were hesitant, himself includ- that is what is important.” kids,” Bond said. “They were very and talent to play baseball, so I give “I started asking kids to step up, ed, but eventually all stepped up to The ritual had an impact on the hardworking. They enjoyed be- thanks to God.” equating the idea in other areas of the plate. teens as well. Pitcher Jesse Lapore, ing around each other. They are a Coach Tommy Bond said God their lives,” Bond said. “There are “I think everybody is a little bit who has been signed by the Univer- very tight-knit group with a deep has always been at the center of times when you have to step up and uncomfortable praying in front of sity of Miami to play baseball and faith in God. I think that was their the team. Before and after every take charge; you might as well do it a group,” Bond said. “Some of them plans to study sports administra- strength.” n MCC: Student awarded full scholarship to Princeton University Trinity graduation

From 1 barded with questions (from my peers). To be accepted like that, immediately upon my arrival, made me feel good.” During his sophomore year, Stefan and his family faced another obstacle centered on his father’s employment at Kennedy Space Center. With multiple cuts being phased in, his family was under constant stress wondering when his father was going to be laid off. And then, the unimaginable happened during his junior year. His father died unexpectedly. Lee said it was during this time that he most needed his heavenly Father. “I grew in a deeper understanding with God especially when faced with mortality,” the teen said. “My faith was strengthened considerably. It helped me to cope with ev- erything.” This fall, Lee will embark on the next phase of his life — a full scholarship to Melbourne Central Catholic High School graduates are recognized during Celine, a recent graduate of Trinity Catholic High Princeton University where he plans to their graduation at the Kings Performing Arts Center in Melbourne May 24. School, hugs one of her teachers following the study political science in his pursuit of be- (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) school’s baccalaureate Mass May 21 at Blessed coming a lawyer. n Trinity Parish in Ocala. (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) 3 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014 Two schools honored for service to others LINDA CALDWELL FYI award May 30 during the celebra- of the Florida Catholic staff tion of the baccalaureate Mass. The The seven corporal works of high school was recognized for its ORLANDO | St. John Vianney mercy are: participation in Helping Hands, a Catholic School in Orlando and Fa- • Feed the hungry meal-packaging event sponsored ther Lopez Catholic High School in • Give drink to the thirsty by Catholic Relief Services and Stop Daytona Beach were awarded the • Clothe the naked Hunger Now, and aimed at feeding Diocese of Orlando’s third annual • Shelter the homeless the hungry of Burkina Faso in West Blessed Mother Teresa Award, given Africa. On April 16, students packed • Visit the sick in recognition for service projects 24,000 meals. completed during the 2013-2014 • Visit the imprisoned Leading up to this event, the art academic year. • Bury the dead department sponsored an Empty “The reason we began this award Bowls project, in which soup bowls was to highlight the corporal works dents on the junior high TAG team designed and created by students of mercy that Mother Teresa exem- (Teens in Action Group) have been were sold, and, in January, the plified throughout her life,” said volunteering on first Fridays at the school held its sixth annual “Home- Henry Fortier, superintendent of resort’s Gingerbread House. Work- less Lockout,” during which 90 stu- Sister of St. Francis Elizabeth Murphy, principal of St. John Vianney schools for the Diocese of Orlando. ing from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., students dents slept in the school’s outdoor Catholic School in Orlando, wipes away tears after the school received “We wanted to make sure that we interacted and assisted guests all courtyard to raise awareness and the Blessed Mother Teresa Award from Henry Fortier, superintendent. highlighted in our schools all of the the while helping keep the restau- funds for the plight of the homeless. (PHOTOS BY LINDA CALDWELL | FC) amazing acts of charity and gener- rant clean and tidy. “It is such a blessing because it is osity that our students do every day. Sister of St. Francis Elizabeth a way of letting everyone know the Lee Sayago, “We have many awards for sports; Murphy, principal, had tears in her good work our students do,” said left, principal we have many awards for academ- eyes as she accepted the award on Marie Gallo-Lethcoe, director of of Father ics,” he continued. “We wanted to behalf of the school from Bishop mission effectiveness and theoloy Lopez Catholic make sure that the core of who we John Noonan during a surprise, all- High School, instructor. and Marie are — service — and using our gifts school assembly May 9. Sayago agreed, saying, “This is a Gallo-Lethcoe, and talents to give back to God were “Our students reach out far and wonderful tribute to what we try to theology highlighted as just as important as wide,” Sister Murphy said. “To ‘Give accomplish at the school.” instructor, react everything else.” Kids the World’ is an amazing gift Both schools received a statue of after learning St. John Vianney Catholic School that we bring, but more than that is Blessed Mother Teresa, which will the school was was honored for its work with Give teaching our children to give back. remain on campus until next year’s one of the Kids the World, a nonprofit resort We are fortunate. I thank you from winners are announced, a plaque recipients of the in Kissimmee for children with the bottom of my heart.” to display permanently in its build- Blessed Mother life-threatening illnesses and their Father Lopez Principal Lee ing, and $1,250 to give to its favorite Teresa Award. families. For the past 10 years, stu- Sayago accepted the high school charity. n Home-school graduation celebrates family commitment

LINDA CALDWELL my mom and I have worked toward diocesan liturgical events. of the Florida Catholic staff during these past years. We couldn’t Her children also sing in the St. have done it without God.” James Cathedral youth choir and SANFORD | Paula and Ron- With participation from take part in the first Friday celebra- nie Pitino of Annunciation Parish throughout the Diocese of Orlando, tion of Mass, a monthly prayer ser- beamed with pride as they watched SHJHE is a Catholic support group vice, and youth group at St. Mary Bishop John Noonan present their in Central Florida where members Magdalen Parish, where they vol- daughter, Gabriella, with her high offer spiritual and academic en- unteer as well. school diploma during the cel- couragement to one another as a “Participating in these events ebration of Mass and home-school means to strengthen each family’s allows our children to learn about graduation ceremony May 31 at the commitment to Catholic home edu- the richness of our Church,” Raba- All Souls Historical Chapel. Gabri- cation. Father Bill Zamborsky, pas- nal said. “We not only teach them ella was among five home-schooled tor of Prince of Peach Parish, serves through our curriculum and text- high school seniors, part of the Sa- as chaplain of the group. books, but also by our witness and cred Heart of Jesus Home Educators “Our annual graduation Mass living out our daily faith.” (SHJHE), to receive her diploma that is a celebration of our children’s Henry Fortier, superintendent of day. achievements, as well as our fami- Catholic Schools, said the diocese “This day is a culmination of lies’ commitments to preparing our Gabriella accepts her high school diploma from Bishop John Noonan. and the Florida Conference of Cath- many years of trusting in God and children to take their place in the (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) olic Bishops in Tallahassee support his diving providence in guid- Church, and in society, by fulfilling school choice for parents. He works ing us,” Paula Pitino said. “Home their vocation as adults,” said Dulce you discover not only who you are ment on the parents’ part, as there with parents in terms of curriculum schooling has always been in my Rabanal of St. Mary Magdalen Par- but what you want to be, remember, are state requirements that must be choices and the best way to meet heart and we had no idea how we ish in Altamonte Springs, president you are not going to find answers in monitored and fulfilled each year. the needs of their children. In doing were going to do it, but God has of SHJHE. the world, but you will find them in However, the rewards outnumber so, he has noted the love and faith of been more than gracious in his During the celebration, Bishop God’s love for you.” the challenges. the families. abundance of graces for us. This is a Noonan commended the students Rabanal, who began home- “We decided to home-school our “The Catholic home-schoolers very happy day for us. We have been and their families for their achieve- schooling her five children 14 years children because we wanted to pass I work with are extremely faith- blessed more than we could have ments. He encouraged the young ago, said the reasons parents decide down the fullness of our faith in a filled people,” Fortier said. “They ever thought possible.” men and women to follow God to home-school their children vary manner that works for our family,” are dedicated to the Church and to Looking back on this journey, throughout their lives. from practical to religious to a com- she said, adding that home school- the teachings and traditions of our Gabriella said, “Today is so impor- “Graduates, as you set out into bination thereof. She said home ing has allowed the family the flex- Catholic faith. They instill a very tant to me because it is everything the world,” Bishop Noonan said, “as schooling requires a big commit- ibility to participate in a number of strong faith in their children.” n June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 4

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Christine Young nities that have an overwhelming Special to the Florida Catholic need for food resources. “The need is here,” said Dorothy WINTER HAVEN | Janice Roach Warner, a volunteer at the Neigh- is retired and relies on weekly food borhood Service Center. donations to feed herself and some The mobile food pantry enables of the children in her neighborhood Agape to partner with caring mem- whose families are struggling to put bers of the community such as the food on the table. Neighborhood Service Center to “I do things to help people. That’s provide canned and dry goods, as what I do,” said Roach. “The neigh- well as fresh produce and other borhood kids come to me and say grocery items. “We don’t turn away ‘Ms. Jan, I need water. Ms. Jan, I’m anyone who needs it,” Warner said. hungry.’ And so I feed them.” “I met a lady on the line today who Without the mobile food pan- said she hadn’t eaten in two days, try, people such as Roach and the and it hurt my heart.” An Agape Food Bank volunteer helps a woman with groceries during a mobile food pantry distribution children who depend on her often “It’s part of our mission to feed at the Neighborhood Services Center in Winter Haven May 28. The mobile pantry is operated by Agape go hungry. On May 28, Agape Food nutritionally,” said Kim Long, di- Food Bank, a program of Catholic Charities of Central Florida that serves people in remote neighborhoods Bank distributed nearly 10,000 rector of Agape Food Bank. “Many that have been identified as high need. The mobile pantries distribute 30,000 pounds of food each pounds of food to 200 families and of the communities in our service month. (Elizabeth Wilson | FC) individuals who cannot afford gro- area are lucky to have even a conve- ceries. A mobile food pantry was nience store, let alone easy access to requires coordination and lots of sort and pre-bag portions. The set- food and feeds up to 250 families. set up at the Neighborhood Service fresh fruits and vegetables.” people in place to make it happen. up is similar to a farmer’s market in About 20 volunteers commit four Center in Winter Haven, which is Polk County ranks eighth in the Agape warehouse staff load refriger- that needy families are then able to hours of their time to help with this considered an area of high need. nation for food hardship with over ated mobile pantry trucks with pal- “shop” for food and select the items effort. Duties include pantry set up, Agape Food Bank, a program of 137,000 individuals living in pov- lets stacked with food and related that best meet their nutritional and food sorting, assisting clients with Catholic Charities of Central Flori- erty. Nearly 48,000 of those are chil- products. The food is then delivered personal preferences. food selections, bagging and car- da, holds an average of three mobile dren. to the designated distribution site A typical distribution contains rying groceries, and assisting with pantries per month in local commu- Organizing a mobile food pantry and staff and volunteers unload, between 8,000-10,000 pounds of breakdown and cleanup. n Solemnities These students have the ‘write’ stuff celebrate LINDA CALDWELL the students with a Light of Faith of the Florida Catholic staff Award May 1. mysteries “This honor meant so much to NEW SMYRNA BEACH | Avery, Sacred Heart and the students,” said an eighth-grader at Sacred Heart Maria Bilodeau, religion teacher of the faith Catholic School, loves to write. She who led the team. “My initial objec- considers it a hobby. So when she tive was to have them write about LINDA CALDWELL had the chance to be an Ace Report- what was happening around our of the Florida Catholic staff er for her school during the 2013- school and to give our school the 2014 academic year, she jumped at opportunity to be known. ORLANDO | June is a blessed the opportunity. “When we received the Light of time of the year in the Catholic “I have been writing since I was Faith Award, the students realized Church. As the Easter season little,” Avery said. “I really wanted that they can really share their faith comes to an end with the cel- to grow in the Catholic community and the mission as a school through ebration of Pentecost Sunday as well and put myself out there and their writing skills,” she continued. June 8, the Church resumes try to do something to bring myself “It became a gift of love and faithful- ordinary time with a host of so- closer to God. I felt this really did ness for the parish and the school.” lemnities — special days that that for me.” Sixth-grader Luke said he ini- Sacred Heart Catholic School Ace Reporters, from left, Claire, Mathew, call our attention to the central Ace Reporters report for Faith tially wanted to be an Ace Reporter Delaney, Avery and Luke, and their adviser, Maria Biloldeau, are all mysteries of our faith and re- News Online, a special section of so that he could write about “how smiles as they stand with Bishop John Noonan after winning a Light mind us of its beauty. the Diocese of Orlando website great our school activities are and of Faith Award May 1. (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) Solemnities are the highest that features articles written by and to let people know that we are an degree and are usually reserved about local Catholic youths. These amazing foundation.” As the year see that Christ is there for others.” nity also appreciated their articles.” for the most important myster- articles and photos describe the progressed, he said not only did his Principal Leigh Svajko said she “Our Ace Reporters come from a ies of faith. These include Eas- people, places and events that are interviewing and writing skills im- was pleased to know that Sacred very small school and I believe that ter, Pentecost and the Immacu- having an impact on the faith and prove, but so did his knowledge of Heart students were touching the we have taught them that no mat- late Conception; the principal education of young people. In addi- the faith. lives of others. ter who we are, we can reach out titles of Our Lord, such as King tion to having the articles published Eighth-grader Delaney agreed, “It was wonderful to read about and make a difference in our own and Sacred Heart; and celebra- on the website, Sacred Heart Parish saying, “I think all of us have blos- the many ways our school brought little way,” Bilodeau said. “While tions that honor some saints of also published the articles in its somed in our faith. Being able to the Light of Christ to others through we are proud of this award, we keep particular importance in salva- Sunday bulletin. meet Bishop Noonan was really neat the school year,” she said. “We knew our humility. It is not about us, it tion history, such as Sts. Peter Bishop John Noonan recognized for all of us. Getting to interview our that our Ace Reporters were doing is about others and most of all it is and Paul, and St. John the Bap- Sacred Heart Catholic School’s Ace pastor (Redemptorist Father John an outstanding job, and when they about God. We hope whoever reads tist on his day of birth. Reporter team — Delaney, Mat- Murray) and get one-on-one time won (the Light of Faith Award), it our Ace Reporter articles under- thew, Luke, Avery and Claire — for with him and talk to him about dif- was exciting to realize that others stands that we do this for the glory Please see FAITH, 6 their exemplary work, presenting ferent events was neat too. We got to outside of the Sacred Heart commu- of God.” n June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 6 lEADERS iN CHRiST leader inspires many Editor’s note: Leaders in Christ is a monthly series in the Florida Catholic profiling people and ministries of faith and service. NEW HOURS TO SERVE YOU BETTER!

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ORLANDO | Whether it is or- Location: ganizing fundraisers, chairing meetings, or raising her three 601 E. Hwy. 50 % children, Linda Shaughnessy Clermont gives her whole heart to every- 10 OFF thing she undertakes. Over the Phone: years, she has demonstrated a WITH COUPON willingness to serve and care for 352-242-0357 Expires 6/30/14 those in need. Shaughnessy’s gifts and talents serve the residents and staff at Proceeds help the needy in our community. 31786-0606 Bishop Grady Villas, a residential [email protected] • www.svdporlando.org community for adults with intel- lectual or developmental disabili- ties. Involved for over 10 years in various roles, Shaughnessy recently became chairwoman of the board of directors and is lead- ing the organization into a period of strategic planning to ensure its future success. “Linda is one of our biggest sup- porters but she has such humility about her,” said Kevin Johnson, director of Bishop Grady Villas. “Her leadership is instrumental. She has a gift for motivating peo- Linda Shaughnessy speaks with first-graders at St. James Cathedral ple and encouraging the commu- School. (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) nity to get involved in our work.” Willing to help in any way that “Linda is fully committed to the school advisory board, Shaugh- she can, Shaughnessy does every- ministries she’s involved in purely nessy oversees the budget, keeps thing from reaching out to spon- for the sake of the organizations,” the board informed on financial sors to setting up the ballroom for Johnson said. “She believes in matters, and assures that the the annual Harvest Ball fundrais- what they do and wants to see school remains fiscally responsi- er. Perhaps her biggest contribu- them succeed. Her work is genu- ble while engaging in future plan- tion is her ability to communicate inely from the heart.” ning so that the school continues the needs of the residents in a way The same passion that Shaugh- to offer outstanding opportunities that touches the hearts of all who nessy brings to Bishop Grady Vil- for educational achievement and hear her. Her passion inspires las is also seen in her work at St. spiritual development. others and encourages their in- James Cathedral School. She sees “Linda’s spirituality is evident volvement in the organization to the needs of the employees in everything she does,” remarked whether through their time or fi- with professionalism and care, Gerri Gendall, principal of St. nancial gifts. When they see the and works closely with prospec- James Cathedral School where joy she has in serving the people tive parents and scholarship pro- Linda has served as bookkeeper of Bishop Grady Villas, they want grams, helping to provide access for 15 years. “She inspires others an opportunity to experience it for to a quality education to fami- with her faith, her compassion, themselves. lies in need. As a member of the and her gentle spirit.” n

in a very special way by God and holy Eucharist as the Church calls FAITH by the power of the Holy Spirit, to us to “adore what we become” (St. FRoM 5 preach the Gospel to others,” Bish- Augustine). op Noonan said. “That is what we • The Nativity of St. John the “Scripturally speaking, Pen- are all called to do, too.” Baptist, June 24: John, cousin of tecost is when the Holy Spirit de- In the weeks that follow Pen- Jesus Christ, is described as the scends upon the apostles,” Bishop tecost, the Church beckons us to bridge between the Old and New John Noonan said. “It was a huge celebrate the mysteries of our faith Testaments, and the great prophet conversion experience in their during the month through these who prepared the way for Jesus lives, not for just one of them, but five solemnities: Christ by preaching a baptism of all of them. Afterward, by Christ’s • The Most Holy Trinity, June repentance. command, they went out and 15: One of the more profound mys- • The Most Sacred Heart of Je- started preaching the Gospel. teries, the Church teaches us there sus, June 27: The feast reminds us They were not afraid to open their is only one God, yet, there are three of the immense love that Jesus has minds and their hearts and to persons in God — the Father, Son for each of us as manifested in his share their faith experiences with and Holy Spirit. open, loving heart. others. • The Most Holy Body and • Sts. Peter and Paul the Apos-

“For us, we celebrate Pentecost Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi), tles, June 29: We celebrate the so- 30512-0606 as the birth of the Church, where June 22: On this day, we pause to lemnity of the principal patrons of people’s lives have been touched ponder the mystery of the most the Church. n 7 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014 31801-0606 June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 8

San Pedro Spiritual Development three-five): June 22-27. DIOCESAN EVENTS Center, 2400 Dike Road, Winter • Day camp (grades one-eight): DIOCESAN EVENTS WITH Park. For young Catholic men June 30-July 3. BISHOP NOONAN Lectio Divina workshop: ages 13-18 to learn more about Saturday, June 21, 8:30 a.m.- • Day camp (grades one-eight): priesthood and to deepen July 7-11. Corpus Christi procession: Sunday, sing and reflect on the holy Eucharist. 4 p.m., Blessed Trinity Parish, their faith. Prayer, games, • Intermediate 1 (grades seven- June 22, 6 p.m., St. James Cathedral, Bishop John Noonan and participants 4545 Anderson Road, Orlando. talks and more. Cost: $110. nine): July 13-18. 215 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. Proces- will pray at Eucharistic altars of repose Sponsored by the Office of Deadline to register: July 22. Hispanic Ministry, Secretariat of Online registration at www. • Intermediate 2 (grades seven- sion on the solemnity of the Most Holy which highlight the music and tradi- Evangelization and Family Life. orlandodiocese.org/vocations- nine): July 20-25. Body and Blood of Christ will start af- tions of various ethnic communities in Come experience “An Encounter events or call 407-246-4875. • Day camp (grades one-eight): ter the 5 p.m. Mass. Participants pray, the diocese. 407-246-4860. With the Word of God,” an July 28-Aug. 1. ancient method of reading the Rosary relay for priests: Bible in a prayerful way. Cost: COMMUNITY Friday, June 27, Basilica of the help June 7-21 for finishing, clerical volunteers to assist $15, includes breakfast and lunch. National Shrine of Mary, Queen painting, electrical, plumbing to 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in Orlando, Space is limited and registration EVENTS of the Universe, 8300 Vineland a residential dormitory for 72 Kissimmee, Poinciana and Winter required. Call 407-277-1702. Ave., Orlando. Participants from high school students. Missiondr@ Garden. “Nun Run”: Thursday, June San Pedro summer camps: around the world will be united orlandodiocese.org or 407-246- • Refugee youth mentor: 26-Sunday, June 29. All single San Pedro Spiritual Development in an annual event, praying the 4863. Volunteers help refugee children Catholic women, ages 18-35, are Center, 2400 Dike Road, Winter rosary for priests of the diocese Catholic Charities of Central learn to speak English and learn invited to join this spirit-filled Park, offers a variety of day and and around the world. Rosary will Florida seeks volunteers for American culture; one-two hours experience. Women will visit four overnight camps throughout the follow the 12:05 p.m. Mass. Visit the following programs. weekly, flexible schedule. Must be communities in four days: Sisters summer to provide a wholesome www.worldpriestday.com. 407- If interested, contact Flavia 21 or older. outdoor life and to assist youths in of St. Joseph in St. Augustine, 239-6600. Cavalcante, 407-658-1818, ext. • Special events committee: true character formation. Features and the Daughters of Charity, 2026; [email protected]. Volunteers needed to help plan weekly themes and daily liturgical Sisters of Notre Dame and the • Semoran food pantry special events that will raise services. Camps’ focus this year Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters, volunteers: 1771 N. Semoran funds for families and individuals is on Christian mission and the VOLUNTEERS all in Jacksonville. Cost: $75, Blvd., Orlando, Monday-Friday, in need. Flexible schedule days various ways God calls to us. Cost: includes breakfast, lunch, dinner NEEDED 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Volunteers assist and times. Contact Renee Baker, overnight camp, $395; day camp, and transportation. Register by with greeting clients, distributing [email protected]; 407-658- $195. Discounts available. Contact Construction Missions in June 16. Contact Sister of St. food, sorting, stocking and 1818, ext. 2121. Katrina Hamilton, 407-671-6322, San Juan de la Maguana, Joseph Kathleen Power, kpower@ packing food. Must be 16 or older. orlandodiocese.org, 407-246-4928. ext. 234. Dominican Republic: The • Emergency family assistance Quo Vadis days: Aug. 3-6, • Elementary week (grades Mission Office seeks construction

Newsbriefs Corpus Chrisit night for Freedom to Serve” cam- St. Patrick Parish, 6803 Old High- Catholic church. A major grant It is part of the national Feeding paign to be held June 21-July 4. way 441 S., Mount Dora. from the Walmart Foundation America Food Bank network and procession with The Diocese of Orlando has • Wednesday, June 18, 2:30 in 2012 helped expand SmilePak is the only designated USDA-ap- produced a video and other re- p.m., a bus will leave from the from four schools and 400 stu- proved provider serving the tri- Bishop Noonan sources about the freedom that is parking lot of Our Lady of Lourdes dents to 15 schools and 1,000 stu- county region. Its vision is that 100 Bishop John Noonan will lead found in faith in Jesus Christ. The Parish, 201 University Blvd., Day- dents. SmilePak is currently oper- percent of the hungry population the annual Corpus Christi pro- video also explains how freedom tona Beach, for a 6 p.m. prayer ser- ated in 22 public schools in Polk in the community has access to cession June 22 to observe the is a gift and responsibility. The vice outside the prison in Starke. County and serves 1,143 children an adequate supply of nutritious solemnity of the Most Holy Body video and resources can be found Catholics believe all people are who are in great need on a weekly food. Its mission is to lead the and Blood of Christ. at www.orlandodiocese.org/ made in the image and likeness of basis. fight to end hunger in the commu- Following the 5 p.m. Mass at St. freedom-gift-and-responsibility. God, even those who have done Long noted that in the com- nity by providing nutritious food James Cathedral, 215 N. Orange The theme of this year’s fort- great harm, and affirm the dig- ing year, there are plans to target and transforming lives through Ave. in Orlando, Bishop Noonan night will focus on the freedom to nity of all persons, both victims those schools that rate 75 percent innovative programming, educa- will process from the cathedral serve the poor and vulnerable in and offenders. The Catholic bish- or higher in the number of stu- tion and hunger advocacy. holding a monstrance with the accord with human dignity and ops of Florida continue to reject dents eligible for the free or re- Blessed Sacrament under guarded the Church’s teaching. For more state-sanctioned killing and have duced-cost school lunch program. Corrections canopy. He will lead a procession information, visit www.usccb. asked the state of Florida to reject As of May 2013, one study showed The May 23 issue of the Florida six blocks to St. James Cathedral org/issues-and-action/religious- execution and enact the option of that 78.6 percent of the children Catholic had the wrong date for School located at 505 E. Ridge- liberty/fortnight-for-freedom/ life in prison without possibility of attending Hardee County public the Diocese of Orlando Peter’s wood St. Participants will pray, index.cfm. parole. schools qualified for this lunch Pence Collection. The correct date sing and reflect on the mystery of program. In Polk County public for this collection is the weekend the Holy Eucharist. At the school Prayer services Food bank schools, 73 percent of the students of June 21-22. The national col- grounds, Bishop Noonan and qualified for the same program. lection date for the Peter’s Pence participants will pray at altars of planned for end receives grant “With this money from Collection is the weekend of June repose highlighting the music to death penalty Continuing its support to end Walmart, our goal is to expand 28-29, but each diocese has the and traditions of various ethnic childhood hunger in Polk County, SmilePak into Hardee County and option to take up the collection at communities in the Diocese of Three prayer services will be the Walmart Foundation has do- to reach 1,500 students in Polk a different time. Orlando. Participants will sing in held in the Diocese of Orlando to nated $75,000 for the SmilePak and Hardee counties,” she said. In the April 4 issue, Father Mi- numerous languages. The proces- pray for the abolishment of the program at the Agape Food Bank, The Agape Food Bank is a food chael Farrell, pastor of Divine sion will end with Benediction. All death penalty, and for the victims which is operated by Catholic distribution warehouse in Lake- Mercy Parish, was misidentified are invited to attend. of violent crimes, their families, Charities of Central Florida. This land which serves nearly 200 non- as Father Robert Farrell in the The diocese represents many and those who are to be executed donation will allow Agape to con- profit partner agencies in Polk, article about the parish’s 50th an- ethnic groups all united in the because of the death penalty. Gov. tinue and expand the program Highlands and Hardee counties. niversary. universal Catholic Church. In Rick Scott signed a death warrant to more schools and serve more addition to English, Mass is cel- for John Henry to be executed on children who would otherwise go ebrated in eight foreign languag- Wednesday, June 18, 6 p.m., at hungry on the weekend. es: African dialect, Portuguese, the Florida State Prison in Starke. “For these children, leav- Filipino, Spanish, Polish, Korean, Henry was convicted of the 1985 ing school on Friday may mean Vietnamese and Creole. For more murders of his estranged wife, not eating again until they re- information, visit www.orlando Suzanne Henry, and her 5-year- turn to school on Monday,” said Prices are ALL-INCLUSIVE w/Airfare diocese.org/scc-procession. old son, Eugene Christian. This Kim Long, Agape’s director. from anywhere in the Continental USA will be Florida’s sixth execution of SmilePak’s goal is to bridge this Trips to Scotland, France, Ireland, Shrines of Europe and much Fortnight is 2014 and Scott’s 17th since taking weekend hunger gap by providing more.. ranging from $3,599—$4,899 for 2014. office. backpacks filled with food to the Italy/Switzerland: Jun 26-Jul 8, Jul 5-17, Aug 28-Sep 9, Sep 6-18, Sep 11-23... chance to reflect Prayer service dates/locations: neediest school children in Polk 31422-0606 on freedom • Tuesday, June 17, 5 p.m., St. County. Italy Regular: Jun 28-Jul 6, Jul 5-13, Aug 30-Sep 7, Sep 6-14, Sep 13-21... Margaret Mary Parish, 526 N. Park The program was initially fund- Holy Land: Jun 23-Jul 3, Aug 25-Sep 4, Sep 1-11, Sep 10-20 ... 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PAHOKEE | During simple ceremonies April 30, at St. Mary Parish, Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito blessed the parish’s free dental clinic, which now has a facelift and additional much-needed space. He sprinkled holy water around the perimeter of the reception area and then went from room to room, invoking God’s bless- ings on the clinic for the very poor. “This is an important day for us, having the build- ing blessed,” Dr. Phillip Crawford, a Boca Raton den- Pope Francis and Rabbi of Western tist, said about the event with Bishop Barbarito, Father Wall Shmuel Rabinovitch walk towards Brian King, episcopal secretary, and Father Juan Raul the Western Wall in Jerusalem May 26. Cardenas, St. Mary’s pastor. (PAUL HARING | CNS) The clinic’s project began in the fall of 2012. John Lamb, a Broward architect and parishioner of Mary Help of Christians in Parkland, donated his time and talents, helping with design and plans. The building Pope Francis’ contractor is Serraes Construction in West Palm Beach. FC GRAPHIC BY MICHAEL JIMENEZ The dental clinic is about three times bigger than it was, with 2,500 square feet of additional space and three dental rooms, reception and waiting Dr. Phillip Holy Land trip area, a room to sterilize equipment, storage areas and offices. It is open three days a week, and Crawford and on a typical day the facility is steadily busy. On average, Crawford treats about 15 patients a day. his wife, Elisa, “Most haven’t had care in many years,” he said. “By the time they come here, they need seri- perform an raises hopes, ous work. We try to start the kids early.” extraction on The clinic first opened as a medical clinic after Everglades Regional Center in Pahokee closed Shannetrice Lee. in 1998 because of financial troubles. St. Mary’s former pastor Father John Mericantante, who The Crawfords retired November 2013, was inspired to start the dental clinic with the help of donations and spearheaded questions renovations and volunteers. expansions to a Crawford and his wife, Elisa, a professional dental assistant, began pro- Francis X. Rocca clinic at St. Mary viding free dentistry in 1999 and have been volunteering ever since. Catholic News Service Parish in Pahokee, “We had some portable equip- which provides ment,” said Elisa Crawford. free dental care VATICAN CITY | Given the Holy Land’s and has offices long and complex history of military, reli- Please see CLINIC, 2 to feature free gious and cultural conflict, the run-up to medical care in Pope Francis’ May 24-26 pilgrimage was the future. (LINDA inevitably marked by fears it would be REEVES | FC) marred by controversy — or worse. Now that the pope’s second international trip is over, so are those fears. The suspense is not, however. With a number of surpris- ing gestures and remarks over three busy days, the pope left Catholics and others around the world wondering what comes next on a range of important questions. THE POPE AND THE PEACE PROCESS Pope Francis made headlines on the second day of his trip by inviting Palestin- ian President Mahmoud Abbas and Israeli President Shimon Peres to join him at the Vatican to pray together for peace. The Holy See announced the encounter is set for June 8. (See story, Page 21) Pope Francis would no doubt say pes- simists underrate the power of prayer. He could point to his efforts last fall against U.S. President Barack Obama’s plans to use

Please see POPE, 21 June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY 2 Service center celebrates one year in new location LINDA REEVES Indiantown is the poorest town come residents. Shoppers can pur- of the Florida Catholic staff in Martin County. We need dona- chase goods for a small donation tions of baby supplies, diapers, or in some situations take items INDIANTOWN | The Holy baby cereal, baby clothes. I need home free. The two charities now Cross Parish service center cel- more food.” share a 1,200-square-foot space in ebrates a one-year anniversary Camacho said as summer ap- a storefront. in its new location at 15265 S.W. proaches contributions of food Arrangements can be made to Adams Ave. in Indiantown. The dwindle. “It is a slow time for re- pick up donations. Financial con- service center, operated with one ceiving food donations, but peo- tributions to benefit the outreach paid employee and the help of vol- ple continue to visit us for food,” ministries can be sent to the Holy unteers, was established to help he said. Cross Parish office. A special col- Liliana Pineda, left, of Holy Cross Parish greets Ealine Griffin, right, and the destitute of the community In 2013, the center moved un- lection box for Indiantown is locat- some young shoppers. The girls were given stuffed animals as part of with food, medicine, clothing and der one roof with the parish thrift ed at the diocesan Pastoral Center, grand opening ceremonies in 2013. (LINDA REEVES | FC) household items. store in an attempt to cut down 9995 N. Military Trial in Palm “Everything here is free,” center on high rental expenditures. The Beach Gardens, as well. Through- food is picked up by volunteers 597-2798. The parish is located at director Mario Camacho told the thrift store, which features racks of out the year, diocesan staff mem- from Indiantown on Mondays. 15939 S.W. 150th St., Indiantown. Florida Catholic. “I know these used clothing and shelves of food bers are encouraged to contribute For more information on how to The thrift store can be reached at people, and I like to help them. and household items, is for low-in- a few food items each week. The help, call Holy Cross Parish at 772- 772-597-3382.n CLINIC: Looking for local doctors to use their talents in western part of diocese

From 1 department. Dental services con- In past years, the clinic and fa- tinued at the parish through the cility additions have been made outreach of the Crawfords. possible through “the grace of “We worked out of the parish hall The new construction, now God,” said Phillip Crawford, but kitchen for a year. We saw a lot of finished, features three medical the St. Mary clinic needs ongoing patients.” offices. The Crawfords are hoping financial support and volunteers In 2000, with the support of a that some local doctors will step to keep it operating. generous donor, four examination forward and offer time, talents “Many people shy away from rooms were added onto existing and free services to the needy in Pahokee or they come once and facilities at St. Mary. Phillip Craw- the western part of the diocese. don’t come back,” Crawford told the ford directed the construction, Pahokee is an agricultural Florida Catholic about volunteers helping with every detail, and do- town with migrant farmwork- who get discouraged by the 40-mile nating equipment from his former ers and laborers. The small town drive to Pahokee from West Palm practice to furnish the clinic. with one main street is located on Beach. “It is a long drive.” Crawford In January 2012, the medical southern Lake Okeechobee and is drives from Boca Raton, about 60 program at the clinic closed and surrounded by sugarcane fields miles from Pahokee, three times a St. Mary Parish’s free clinic is shown with new additions and facelift. was no longer part of the St. Mary and wetlands. The population is week. “It is a big commitment.” Parish ministry. A free clinic diverse, with people from Central Crawford left his successful sued that for the past two decades We are blessed.” n with medical services opened in and South America, Mexico and Boca Raton dental business in with his wife at his side. downtown Pahokee directed by other areas. Many of the house- 1994 to follow his dream job as a “It has been a blessing for me,” For more information about the the Palm Beach County health holds are big with many children. full-time volunteer. He has pur- said Elisa Crawford. “It is so re- clinic, volunteer opportunities in warding. You get so much more any area or to give financial sup- out of volunteering than you give. port, call 561-929-2892.

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Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito blesses St. Mary Parish’s clinic April 30. At left is Father Juan Raul Cardenas, Visit us online at St. Mary pastor, and at right is Father Brian King, episcopal secretary. The clinic offers free dental services www.RiverHouseRestaurant.com and has space for medical care also. (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) 3 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014 Diocesan graduates have much to celebrate LINDA REEVES SPECIAL SECTION — To of the Florida Catholic staff see a listing of the graduates from all three of the Palm Beach BOCA RATON | Pope John Paul Diocese’s Catholic high schools, II student Julia Lewis talked about see the special B section. Students line up moments before Pope John Paul II High School commencement exercises May 17. living life to the fullest in her salu- (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) tatorian speech May 17 at Lynn Uni- versity in Boca Raton. “Strive for what you love and you will be happy,” the graduate said. “Run to the things that make you happy, things that make you smile. Life is short. Live life to the fullest.” Lewis is among 120 students who graduated from Pope John Paul II High School. The Diocese of Palm Beach celebrated three high school graduations in May, and educators are pleased with the class of 2014 and their many achievements and awards, including scholarships Cardinal Newman High School students fill the stage at the Raymond earned for high marks and accom- Kravis Center during graduation ceremonies May 12. At far right is plishments totaling nearly $18 mil- Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito. (COURTESY) lion. “I am grateful to the parents who in scholarships awards, and will on hand for the Pope John Paul II have made the commitment to send Madeline Hall, left, adjusts Madison Kerin’s cap before Pope John attend colleges and universities graduation and presented the clos- their children to Catholic schools,” Paul II High School’s graduation May 17. throughout the United States. Ten ing and benediction. Father Joseph said Gary Gelo, diocesan school su- student-athletes will play sports at Papes gave the invocation. Esther perintendent. “It is evident that this found that Catholic high schools in ties from all over the United States. the next level. Ponce de Leon presented the vale- is an investment in their child’s aca- the United States have a 99.1 percent The students have received scholar- When asked what sets the class of dictory address, and Christian demic future, particularly when you graduation rate, compared to a 73.1 ships totaling more than $7.6 mil- 2014 at Pope John Paul II apart from Brother Daniel Aubin, school presi- look at the college scholarship dol- percent graduation rate at public lion to assist them with further edu- other classes, graduate Sofia Pack dent, presented the commencement lars earned by these young people.” schools. The report also indicated cation at various schools to prepare said, “We all come together and en- address. Cardinal Newman High School that 84.7 percent of Catholic high them for bright futures. compass the spirit of Pope John Paul Joseph Guttuso watched his son, in West Palm Beach held ceremo- school graduates attend four-year Students at Cardinal Newman II. We come together as a class and Joseph Jr., graduate. “I am excited nies May 12 at the Raymond F. Kra- colleges, compared to 44.1 percent reported awards totaling more than as a school. We have bonded.” The and happy. He has received a solid vis Center for the Performing Arts of public high school graduates. $6 million, and students have been honor student will head off to Flori- foundation in Catholic School,” said in downtown West Palm Beach, Mark Freund, Pope John Paul II accepted to 124 colleges and uni- da State University in Tallahassee to the proud father, adding that his son graduating 136 students. John Car- principal, said graduates were ac- versities. John Carroll High School study marketing also attended St. Joan of Arc School roll High School in Fort Pierce held cepted to 150 colleges and universi- students reported $4.275 million Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito was in Boca Raton. n its commencement May 23 at the Sunrise Theater in Fort Pierce with 108 graduates. “The diocese is very proud of the students who are graduating from our Catholic high schools this year,” Gelo said. “They are well prepared academically and have had won- derful opportunities to grow in their faith through school liturgies, re- treats, outreach and service oppor- tunities. The community has been blessed by the many hours of service they have provided through various organizations and their churches. They are exceptional young people, many of whom will be attending the top universities in Florida and across the country.” A report released by the National Blake Elordi, left, chats with Tyler Eve moments before Pope John John Carroll High School graduates gather on the school grounds. Catholic Educational Association Paul II graduation ceremonies May 17 at Lynn University. 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PALM BEACH GARDENS | Graduate Maria Marchena was all smiles moments before she re- ceived her official diploma after years of classes, study, homework, discussions and giving of time and efforts all in the name of the Lord. Pictured are diplomas given “I wanted to increase my rela- to graduates of the School of tionship with Christ,” said March- Christian Formation during ena, a member of the 2014 diocesan ceremonies May 14 at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola. School of Christian Formation graduating class, the largest in the history of the Diocese of Palm members, friends and associates Beach. they come in contact with in daily “I wanted to learn more about life. “Their faith is strong. They re- God,” she added, as a special Mass ally wanted to deepen their faith.” with ceremonies began May 14 at The program offers English and the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola Spanish classes. There are also for the graduates and their families sessions in homes designed for and guests. “I especially liked the migrants, who do not have trans- spirituality class. It showed me how portation. Another aspect of the to better live my faith.” program is continued education. Marchena, a parishioner of St. The program offers second-level Ignatius Loyola, was one of 90 workshops in English and Spanish graduates receiving certificates of Mauricio Murcia, a parishioner of Holy Name of Jesus in West Palm Beach, receives his diploma from for those who have already gradu- completion, recognitions and con- Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito May 14 during ceremonies at the cathedral. (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) ated from the program. gratulations during the diocesan “I am thrilled about graduating School of Christian Formation The diocesan School of Chris- I wanted to find out more about our ments, liturgy, Vatican II, morality, from the program,” said Ramsey. Mass with graduation ceremo- tian Formation was established in religion.” social justice and pastoral ministry. “It took me three years. I will con- nies. The 2014 graduation class was 1995, and the first graduation took There are four classes per year. Deacon Jamie Zapata is director tinue. I want to learn more.” n nearly twice as large as last year’s place in 1998 at the Cathedral of Two-hour classes are weekly and of the School of Christian Forma- class. St. Ignatius Loyola with 15 gradu- run for six weeks, ending before tion, which has teachers who have Classes begin in August. Sessions Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito was ates. Over the years, the program Thanksgiving and restarting in degrees in theology and religious are a $10 donation. The cost of a main celebrant for the Mass. He has expanded along with people’s January. Sessions end before Holy studies, and have extensive knowl- course book is an additional $10. shook hands with graduates one interests in enrolling in school Week. edge of the Catholic faith and the Assistance scholarships are avail- by one and praised the men and classes offered throughout the five- “I enjoyed Christology,” said Church. able for anyone who wants to en- women for their dedication. He county diocese. A series of classes Ramsey when asked about her fa- Teacher Elpidio Garcia has been roll but needs support. For more encouraged all to go forth and out are offered over a three-year period vorite studies. Christology focuses involved in the program since it information, call 561-775-9544 or into the parishes spreading “the designed to give cradle Catholics primarily on the nature and person began. He attended graduation visit www.diocesepb.org/schools- good news.” and converts alike a deeper insight of Jesus Christ. “It was very inter- ceremonies and was excited about of-christian-formation. “I congratulate all of our gradu- about the traditions and teachings esting.” the great number of people earning ates in a very special way,” said of the Catholic Church, the faith The formation classes are de- certificates of completion this year. Bishop Barbarito, referring to the and practices of Catholicism. veloped with the Catechism of the “It is a great achievement for students as “instruments to build “I am a cradle Catholic,” said Catholic Church as well as Scrip- the diocese,” he said about stu- faith” in the various communities graduate Karin Ramsey, a member ture in mind. Classes focus on a va- dents who will now pass on the of the diocese. “We are proud of of St. Helen Parish in Vero Beach. riety of topics, including the sacra- faith through witnessing to family you.” “There was so much I didn’t know.

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The graduates www.proximotravel.com call us 24/7 508-340-9370 | 855-842-8001 included people of different backgrounds and cultures. email: [email protected] Carmela Manago-Executive Director MEMORIAL and PLAQUES 5 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014 Our Lady of Tenderness The afternoon of Sunday, May 4, Mary’s tender loving response to BISHOP BARBARITO’S SCHEDULE was a beautiful one at the Rosary her Son can be felt in the icon. Mary Way of Emmanuel Parish in Delray leans into the face of Jesus but gaz- June 6 — 8:30 a.m., Prayer service/ ference of Catholic Bishops and Catholic Florida Beach where the Diocese of Palm es, not upon him, but upon us who awards, Professional Day for diocesan school superintendents, Pastoral Center, Beach celebrated its annual Mar- are looking at the icon. The icon is schools, Cardinal Newman High School, Palm Beach Gardens. Catholic ian Rosary Festival. The sky was a very moving image of the tender West Palm Beach. June 19 — Evening visit, Men’s DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH clear with a few white puffy clouds love of Mary, which reflects the ten- June 7 — 11 a.m., Confirmation, Cursillo, All Saints School, Jupiter. tossed about by the refreshing der love of Jesus Christ for each of Sacred Heart Parish, Okeechobee. June 21 — 9:30 a.m., Mass/bless- Vol. 75, No. 15 breeze which blew the dry us. It is an icon that evokes June 8 — noon, Confirmation, Holy ing of chapel, Miracle House, West Palm air around. Many groups human compassion but Spirit Parish, Lantana; 2:30 p.m., Mass/ 9995 North Military Trail and parishes came from reflects the divine nature awards, Catholic Scouting, Cathedral of St. Beach. Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 around the diocese carry- from which that compas- Ignatius Loyola, Palm Beach Gardens. June 22 — 10 a.m., Mass, parish visit, 561-775-9500 • Fax 561-630-2698 ing images and statues of sion arises. One cannot June 9-13 — Meeting, U.S. Confer- St. John the Evangelist Parish, Fort Pierce. Our Lady representative of PUBLISHER help but to be moved as ence of Catholic Bishops, New Orleans, June 26 — 10 a.m., Taping of TV Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito the many diverse cultures one gazes upon this beau- Louisiana. Mass, Parallax Productions Studio, West and backgrounds among tiful image. June 17-19 — Meeting, Florida Con- Palm Beach. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS us. Each of the images of LIVING THE Tenderness is that qual- Dianne Laubert Mary reinforced the unity TRUTH IN ity of love which reveals it- [email protected] of faith that we possess LOVE self especially to a person through the loving tenderness of act of giving mercy, especially by as well as the unique role standing under the cross of her Son DIOCESAN EDITOR Bishop who is in need or who is God. God never stops loving us, Linda Reeves that Mary has in the life of Gerald helpless in any way. The even in sin, and sent his own Son to as he gave his life for us. She also did [email protected] each of us as our Mother tenderness that a mother us who gave his life on the cross in this because she openly received 561-775-9528 in leading us to her Son. Barbarito shows to her child is a love order that we might be healed and the many graces that God bestowed It was a beautiful day re- which reaches out to assist brought to life in him. The mercy of upon her even though she realized • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: minding all present of the the child who cannot ex- God manifests his tenderness to us she was not worthy of any of them. Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, beauty of Mary herself. ist on his or her own but needs the in a manner that goes beyond our Mary never committed sin, but she or customerservice@theflorida As in the past, the Marian Fes- mother for care. 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LAKE WORTH | Mem- bers of the Vietnamese community gathered and provided witness of their love and devotion to the Blessed Mother on Mother’s Day during celebrations and a procession on the grounds and sidewalks of St. Mat- thew Parish near busy Hy- poluxo Road. “She is the Mother of Christ and we are close to her,” said Elizabeth Ford about the deep love and respect that she and other At left, above and below, children and teens join together in liturgical members of the Vietnamese dance May 11 as part of celebrations honoring Mary at St. Matthew community have for Mary. Parish in Lake Worth. She said she prays for the Blessed Mother’s interces- Women dressed sion for everything. in traditional Nearly 300 faithful turned Vietnamese out for the Mass and proces- clothing sing sion May 11. Many adults and participate in a procession and children wore tradi- on the grounds tional clothing of Vietnam. of St. Matthew A Vietnamese choir sang Parish as part and children performed a of celebrations liturgical dance and placed honoring the flowers near a statue of Our Blessed Mother Lady of La Vang. on Mother’s “I pray to ask Mary for Day, May her help every day,” said 11. (PHOTOS Lisa Pham. “I feel like she BY LINDA is my mother.” REEVES | FC) Father Paul Chung Nguyen, coordinator of the Vietnamese apostolate, was main celebrant at the Mass. He said the people of the Vietnamese community have a great love for Our Lady of LaVang, who first appeared in 1798 in Viet- nam during a time when the people experienced great persecutions because of their love of the faith and Church. Mary appeared sur- rounded by lights. She presented herself as the Mother of God, encouraged and consoled the suffering, and promised that prayers would be heard and peti- tions granted. In 1959, La Vang was officially declared a na- tional shrine, marking the 300 years of the Church’s presence in Vietnam. The Church of La Vang was made a minor basilica in 1961. Father Nguyen encour- aged all to continue to ask Mary for prayers, guidance and help. When we asked Pham about her prayers to Mary, she said with a smile, “I tell her every- thing. I tell her first, and then I tell my birth moth- Altar servers wearing white lead a procession on the grounds of St. Matthew er.” n Parish as part of celebrations honoring Mary on Mother’s Day, May 11. 7 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014

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Elpidio Garcia addresses those attending Encuentro/Encounter 2014 held May 18 at St. Ann Parish in West Palm Beach. The bilingual event organized by the diocesan Hispanic Ministry is designed to unite people from various parishes in the diocese for discussions, breakout sessions, presentations and fellowship. The daylong event is an initiative focused on better evangelization in the different faith communities, and an effort to continue to carry out the mission of the local Church. Traditionally, more than 500 people attend each year. (ELENA GARCIA | FC) Announcing

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pray for the end of abortions. 561- Charities ministry serving women Catholic Charities Diocese Mass and novena to the DIOCESAN EVENTS 784-0689. and promoting life, located at 100 of Palm Beach: Opportunities Sacred Heart of Jesus: First W. 20th St., Riviera Beach; 1200 are available for individuals to Fridays, 7 p.m., Emmanuel Parish, Divorced support program: E. Main St., Pahokee; and 212 E. donate time, talents and skills to 15700 S. Military Trail, Delray A 12-week summer program Boynton Beach Blvd., Boynton the Catholic Charities volunteer Beach. 561-496-2480. featuring weekly 30-minute RETREATS/DAYS Beach. For volunteer information program. Dedicated volunteers Mass and novena to Our presentations covering topics OF PRAYER and training, or information on help the charity provide services to Mother of Perpetual Help: First including anger, guilt, forgiveness, contributing to the nonprofit, call meet the needs of the community Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Emmanuel co-parenting, annulment, sexuality, Our Lady of Florida Spiritual 561-278-0880. and help those requiring assistance Parish, 15700 S. Military Trail, spirituality, finding peace and Center: Retreats and programs Protection of Children regardless of race, religion or Delray Beach, 561-496-2480. more. Hosted by diocesan Office available for clergy, religious, men, and Young People: The economic condition. Catholic of Marriage and Family Life, and women, married couples, singles Mass and novena to the Catholic Diocese of Palm Beach Charities works with individuals to dedicated to consoling and helping and people in recovery programs. Santo Niño: Fridays, 7 p.m., is committed to the safety and find positions that match skills and Catholics suffering in the aftermath Season theme: “The Love of God is Emmanuel Parish, 15700 S. Military protection of all children and interests, whether it be working of divorce. 561-775-9557. Ingenious.” Reservations required Trail, Delray Beach, 561-496-2480. vulnerable adults in its care. in pro-life, health care, or working except when stated. Location: Charismatic Mass, Holy Diocesan School of Christian Victims of abuse are encouraged with children, seniors, immigrants 1300 U.S. Highway 1, North Palm Hour and healing prayer: First Formation: Classes and programs to contact the diocesan victim or prisoners confined and many Beach. 561-626-1300 or www. Wednesdays, 6 p.m., St. Martin de in English and Spanish for adults assistance coordinator Theresa times forgotten. Call 561-775-9560. ourladyofflorida.org: Porres Parish, 2555 N.E. Savanna seeking to learn more about Fretterd, 561-801-0999, to begin Seminary volunteers needed: the Catholic faith. Catechist • Centering prayer: Wednesdays, Road, Jensen Beach. 772-334-4214 necessary emotional, psychological St. Vincent de Paul Regional or www.stmartindp.com. certification available. Cost: $10 4-5 p.m., main chapel. and spiritual healing. For more Seminary in Boynton Beach and fee for textbook. www. • Intensive silent retreat: June Rosary recitation: Weekdays, information on diocesan policies seeks volunteers to assist with 6:45 a.m. and 9 p.m., St. Lucie diocesepb.org/schools-of-christian- 20-26. Cost: $560. Registration and procedures for reporting fundraising events and office work. formation. 561-775-9544. required. Parish, 280 S.W. Prima Vista Blvd., abuse as well as to view the USCCB Hours are flexible. 561-732-4424, Port St. Lucie. 772-878-1215. Catholic Charities: • Young adult retreat: July “Charter for the Protection of ext. 152. • Rosary gathering: First 11-13, led by center’s Passionists Children and Young People,” visit Rosary recitation: Mondays, 7 Saturdays, 9 a.m., near the priests and peer leaders. Cost: $195. www.diocesepb.org and click on p.m., St. Vincent Ferrer Parish, 840 Presidential Women’s Center in Registration and deposit required. Offices/Safe Environments. George Bush Blvd., Delray Beach, SUPPORT 561-276-6892. West Palm Beach, 100 Northpoint Cenacle, spiritual direction Prayer vigil: Wednesdays, Parkway, West Palm Beach. Led by and programs: 1400 S. Dixie 3-5 p.m.; and Fridays, 8-10 a.m., MINISTRIES/ Adoration: Fridays, after 8 a.m. Catholic Charities of the Diocese Highway, Lantana. 561-249-1621. Planned Parenthood, 1322 N.W. Mass, concludes 7 p.m., Our Lady PEER GROUPS Queen of Peace Parish, 9600 W. of Palm Beach Respect Life Office. • Centering prayer: Thursdays, Federal Highway, Stuart. Prayer 561-345-2000, ext. 287. warriors and sidewalk counselors Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. 561- 7-8:30 p.m. Free-will offering Catholic Charities’ Prison 499-6234. • Healing retreat for those appreciated. needed. 772-221-1865. Ministry support group: Second suffering in the aftermath of Saturdays, 10 a.m., St. Helen Parish, Adoration of the Blessed abortion: Aug. 8-10, Our Lady of Christian Living Center, 2000 20th Sacrament: Fridays, 8:30 a.m.-7 Florida Spiritual Center, 1300 U.S. ANNOUNCEMENTS MEETINGS St., Vero Beach. Adult family p.m. Our Lady Queen of Peace Highway 1, North Palm Beach. members of imprisoned invited. All Parish, 9600 W. Atlantic Ave., Developed by Rachel’s Vineyard Parish nurse meetings: Open Palm Beach County Division discussions kept confidential. 561- Delray Beach. 561-499-6234. healing ministry. Men and to all registered nurses interested in of the Ancient Order of 345-2000, [email protected]. Adoration of the Blessed women invited. Opportunities to health ministry. For dates, time and Hibernians: For any Catholic man Sacrament: Mondays, 8:30 a.m., experience the grieving process locations, call Catholic Charities, of Irish descent who is interested 24 hours a day through Saturday, and identify effects of abortion. Interfaith Health and Wellness, in learning more about the order MASSES/PRAYER 7:30 a.m., St. Bernadette Parish, Discussions, spiritual exercises, 561-345-2000, ext. 256; or email or joining. The order promotes Msgr. Cosmo G. Saporito Chapel, prayer and reflection. Sacrament [email protected]. charitable work and Irish culture SESSIONS 350 N.W. California Blvd., Port St. of reconciliation offered. Memorial Young adult group: Young nationally and in the Diocese of Lucie. 772-336-9956. Requiem Mass: Second service honoring the aborted child adults ages 21 to 36 are invited to Palm Beach. Contact Mike, 561-748- Adoration: First Fridays, Saturdays, Our Lady Queen of and Mass. Participation and all calls join “LIGHT: Living in God’s Holy 3755. 8:45 a.m., ending with 7 p.m. Peace Cemetery, 10941 Southern strictly confidential. 561-602-4778 Truth.” Father Brian Campbell, Serra Club of South Palm Benediction. Other Fridays, 8:45 Blvd., Royal Palm Beach. Offered or dgardner@catholiccharitiesdpb. parochial vicar of St. Vincent Ferrer Beach: First Tuesdays, beginning a.m. adoration, ending 10 p.m., for those who have been laid to org. in Delray Beach, is director. Contact with 7:30 a.m. Mass; and third St. Peter Parish, 1701 Indian Creek rest during the previous month, 561-276-6892, [email protected]. Saturdays, beginning with 9 a.m. Parkway, Jupiter. 561-575-0837. all the deceased at the cemetery, Charitable giving guidelines: Mass, Ascension Parish, 7250 N. Adoration of the Blessed COMMUNITY Federal Highway, Boca Raton. and all the holy souls in purgatory. Sacrament: First Fridays, 9:15 a.m., The Catholic Church and its entities 561-793-0711. promote the protection of human Breakfast meeting follows at Benediction 7 p.m., St. Lucie Parish, EVENTS Mass for home-schooled: life and the common good and do Holiday Inn, 2809 S. Ocean Blvd., 280 S.W. Prima Vista Blvd., Port St. First Fridays, 10:15 a.m., except for not support or endorse individuals, Highland Beach. Serra Club fosters Lucie. Also Thursdays, 9:15 a.m.-7 Women’s spiritual retreat: November, St. Thérèse de Lisieux companies or organizations and affirms vocations to the p.m. 772-878-1215. June 28-29, St. Helen Parish, Parish, 11800 Lake Worth Road, whose activities include direct priesthood and religious life. 561- Adoration of the Blessed 2000 20th St., Vero Beach. This Wellington. (November Mass is participation in or indirect support 994-9267 or visit www.serraspbc. Sacrament: First and second Christ Renews His Parish retreat planned for the second Friday, Nov. of abortion, reproductive/family org. Fridays, 9 a.m.-8 p.m.; and third is designed to feed minds, hearts, 8.) Mass followed by exposition, planning rights, contraception, and fourth Fridays, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., bodies and souls of participants. devotions and Benediction. All and embryonic stem-cell Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, Preregistration required. 772-567- ages welcome. Gathering in park research. When evaluating the VOLUNTEERS 9999 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach 5129. concludes morning. 561-439-8883. Our Lady of Mount Carmel appropriateness of making a Gardens. 561-622-2565 or www. donation, please consider whether NEEDED Healing Mass: Last Thursdays, stignatiuspb.com. celebration: July 16, 7 p.m., Holy 7:30 p.m., St. Ann Parish, 310 N. Name of Jesus, 345 Military Trail, the organization supports partisan Jorge Pettit Catholic Worker Adoration of the Blessed public policy efforts, endorses Olive Ave., West Palm Beach. 561- Sacrament: Fridays, 8:15 a.m. West Palm Beach. Rosary recitation Hospitality House: Opportunities 832-3757 under the pavilion followed by the political party candidates and for volunteers and donors to Concludes after the 5:30 p.m. Mass Sts. Cyril and Methodius celebration of the Eucharist. 561- agendas, and holds true to Catholic help the homeless. The ministry and Benediction, Holy Name of Byzantine Catholic Church: 702-8265 Church teaching, particularly is in need of clothes, detergent, Jesus, 345 S. Military Trail, West Sundays, 10 a.m. third hour as it pertains to the sacredness toiletries, towels, food, household Palm Beach. 561-683-3555. Men’s Scripture study and followed by 10:30 a.m. Divine and dignity of human life when items, furniture and bicycles. Eucharistic praise and discussion: Tuesdays 7-9 p.m., Liturgy, 1002 Bahama Ave., Fort it comes to mission. Parish Financial donations are used to worship with Benediction: Third Holy Name of Jesus, Holy Family Pierce. 772-595-1021. Room, 345 S. Military Trail, West facilities should not be used to assist with electric bills and rental Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., St. Martin Palm Beach. Led by Deacon Jack promote, endorse or fundraise for expenses. 772-579-9775 or Notre Prayer meeting: Tuesdays, 7 de Porres Parish, 2555 N.E. Savanna Hamilton. 561-722-6793. organizations if their policies are Dame Mission, 772-466-9617. p.m., St. Jude Parish, 21689 Toledo Road, Jensen Beach 772- 334-4214. contrary to Church teaching. The Road, Boca Raton. 561-392-8172. Holy Cross thrift store and Adoration of the Blessed Prayer gathering: Fridays, 9:45 bishops of Florida have developed All are welcome. service center: Opportunities for Sacrament: First Fridays, 8:30 a.m.- a.m., and Tuesdays, 3 p.m., 8177 charitable giving guidelines of volunteers to serve the thrift store Live Mass broadcast: Sundays, 7 p.m. followed by holy hour, St. Glades Road, Boca Raton. Pray with appropriate and inappropriate and help with the service center. 9 a.m., St. Rita Parish, 13645 Mark Parish, 643 N.E. Fourth Ave., others for the end of abortion. 561- organizations/foundations. Please Both are outreach ministries to Paddock Drive, Wellington. Visit Boynton Beach. 561-734-9330. 347-1636. visit www.diocesepb.org and click the poor of Indiantown and are www.saintrita.com, scroll down left Prayer gathering: Fridays, on giving and then, charitable Adoration of the Blessed made possible with the help of side of main page and click onto Sacrament: Beginning midnight 5 p.m., on the sidewalks near A giving guidelines. live Mass broadcast. 561-793-8544. Woman’s World Medical Center volunteers and generous donors. Mondays, ending noon Saturdays, Permanent diaconate 772-597-2798. Live Mass broadcast: Sundays, St. Martin de Porres adoration that offers abortion services, 503 S. applications: Men interested in St. Mary’s Medical Center and 9 a.m., St. Helen Parish, 2000 chapel, 2555 N.E. Savanna Road, 12th St., Fort Pierce. Treasure Coast applying for the next diocesan the Children’s Hospital: Current 20th St., Vero Beach. Visit www. Jensen Beach. 772-334-4214 or visit rosary group leads rosary recitation permanent deacon formation opportunities include family wwcitv10.com or call 772-567-5129. www.stmartindp.com. for the end of abortion. 772-465- program are encouraged to speak liaison in the surgical and intensive Youth Mass: Sundays, 5 p.m., St. 8298. to pastors for permission and Adoration of the Blessed care waiting areas, visiting with Lucie Parish, 280 S.W. Prima Vista Pray the rosary for life: support. Visit www.diocesepb.org/ Sacrament: Fridays, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., patients/offering reading materials, Blvd., Port St. Lucie. 772-878-1215. Saturdays, 9-10 a.m., sidewalks just diaconate for program application St. Luke Parish, 2892 S. Congress, delivering flowers and patient mail, Polish Mass: Saturdays, 7 p.m., north of the Wellington Regional and information. 561-775-9540. Ave., Palm Springs. 561-965-8980. lobby information desk and other Holy Spirit Parish, 1000 W. Lantana Medical Center, 10101 Forest Hill Birthline/Lifeline: Catholic Blvd., Wellington. All invited to clerical duties. 561-882-2998 Road, Lantana. 561-585-5970. www.thefloridacatholic.org | June 6-19, 2014 | $1.00 FLORIDACatholic VENICE EDITION

More perfectly bound to the Church as a true witness to Christ

BoB reddy of the Florida Catholic staff

ARCADIA | Through the Sacrament of Confirmation the Christian initiation is completed, as the recipients become more perfectly bound to the Church as a true witness to Christ, Pope Francis explained during a catechesis on the Sacrament at a General Audience at the Vatican. Confirmation is a Sacrament which must be understood as a continuation of the faith journey, beginning with Baptism, along with the Eucharist, to constitute a single saving event — Christian initiation — “in which we are brought into Christ who died and rose again, and become new creatures and members of the Church,” the Holy Father said. Throughout much of history, these three Sacraments were cel- ebrated together, at the end of the catechumenal path, normally on Holy Saturday, Pope Francis continued. “This concluded the pro- Pope Francis and Rabbi of Western Wall cess of formation and gradual insertion into the Christian com- shmuel Rabinovitch walk towards the munity that could even take several years. It was a step-by-step Western Wall in Jerusalem May 26. (PaUl process, first reaching Baptism, then Confirmation and finally the HaRING | CNs) Eucharist.” The term “confirmation” must remind one that this Sacrament involves growth from baptismal grace, Pope Francis continued. “It unites us more Pope Francis’ firmly with Christ; it completes our bond with the Church; it accords to us the special strength of the Holy Spirit in order to spread and to defend the faith, to confess the name of Christ and never to be ashamed of His Cross.” Holy Land trip It should be noted that while the order of the Sacraments may have changed over time, “confirmation, like every Sacrament, is not the work of men, but rather the work of God, Who takes care of our lives in order to mold us in the image of His Son, to raises hopes, make us able to love like Him,” the pope continued. “He in- fuses us with the Holy Spirit, questions whose action pervades the francis X. rocca whole person and all of life, Catholic News Service as is shown by the Seven Gifts that Tradition, in the light of the Sacred Scriptures, VATICAN CITY | Given the Holy Land’s has always made clear: Wis- long and complex history of military, reli- dom, Understanding, Coun- gious and cultural conflict, the run-up to Pope sel, Knowledge, Fortitude, Francis’ May 24-26 pilgrimage was inevitably Piety and Fear of the Lord. … marked by fears it would be marred by contro- When we welcome the Holy versy — or worse. Spirit into our hearts and Now that the pope’s second international allow it to act, Christ trip is over, so are those fears. The suspense Himself is made is not, however. With a number of surprising present in us and gestures and remarks over three busy days, takes form in our the pope left Catholics and others around the lives; through us, world wondering what comes next on a range it will be He Who of important questions. prays, forgives, brings hope THE POPE AND THE and consola- PEACE PROCESS tion, serves our Pope Francis made headlines on the sec- brothers, is close ond day of his trip by inviting Palestinian to the needy President Mahmoud Abbas and Israeli Presi- and the aban- dent Shimon Peres to join him at the Vatican doned, Who to pray together for peace. The Holy See an- creates commu- nounced the encounter is set for June 8. (See nion and sows story, Page 21) peace.” Pope Francis would no doubt say pes- simists underrate the power of prayer. He Please see could point to his efforts last fall against confirmation, U.S. President Barack Obama’s plans to use 2 FC GRAPHIC BY MICHAEL JIMENEZ Please see PoPE, 21 June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 2 Scouting awards presented Diocese given top honors Bob Reddy Florida of the Florida Catholic staff Catholic VENICE | Girls and boys from DIOCESE OF VENICE throughout the Diocese of Venice participated in a Mass June 1 at Vol. 75, No. 15 Epiphany Cathedral, wearing the uniforms of their Scout troop. 1000 Pinebrook Road Designated as “Scouting Sun- Venice, FL 34285 day,” the Mass was followed by 941-484-9543 • Fax 941-483-1121 an awards ceremony in the Par- ish Hall to celebrate and rec- PUBLISHER ognize the girls and boys who Bishop Frank Dewane commit themselves to Scouting DIOCESAN EDITOR while remaining true to the Faith. Bob Reddy Members of the Boy Scouts, Cub [email protected] Scouts, Girl Scouts, Brownies, 941-484-9543 American Heritage Girls and the Vietnamese Eucharistic Youth Scouts from the Boy Scouts, Girls Scouts, Cub Scouts, Brownies, American Heritage Girls and the • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: Society all participated in the Vietnamese Eucharistic Youth Society pose for photos with Bishop Frank J. Dewane and Scout Chaplain Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, ceremony. Father Casey Jones following an awards ceremony at the Epiphany Cathedral Parish Hall in Venice on or customerservice@theflorida During a reception following June 1. (BOB REDDY | FC) catholic.org Mass, Bishop Frank J. Dewane Notify us of address changes (temporary presented various awards to velopment of Catholic youth in ulated each of the award recipi- tor. Also attending was Father An- or permanent) as soon as possible. Please more than 40 Scouts. The awards Scouting. ents and all Scouts. “Because of thony Hewitt, Administrator of St. change your address online at www. included Child of God, Boy Je- Bishop Dewane was presented your commitment, perseverance Francis Xavier Parish in Fort My- thefloridacatholic.org or call Tammy at sus, Light of Christ, Parvuli Dei, with the Quality Diocese Award, and service, others will begin to ers, who was present to support a 1-888-275-9953. Queen of the Rosary, Footsteps of which is presented to a Diocese see you as a person motivated by large contingent of Parish Scouts American Saints, and Rosary Se- for its commitment to support- Faith. I hope that as you continue and American Heritage Girls. • ADVERTISING: Contact Jane Radetsky at 407-373-0075 or ries awards. Each award requires ing Catholic Scouting. This is the to experience the many varied Diocese of Venice seminar- [email protected] the Scouts to be a part of different fourth year in a row the Diocese lessons of Scouting, you will also ian and Eagle Scout Lawton Lang • CLASSIFIED ADS: Contact Susan activities to help increase their of Venice has received this award. continue to grow in your relation- spoke to the Scouts about how he Chronowski at 1-888-275-9953, or Faith. Scout Award Coordinator Recognizing the hard work ship with Jesus Christ.” answered his call to a vocation to [email protected] Bob Paquette was presented with and commitment the Scouts Participating in the ceremony the priesthood, noting the simi- the St. George Emblem, to recog- throughout the Diocese of Venice was Scouts Chaplain Father Casey larities in the discipline required State Offices: 50 E. Robinson St., Suite G, Orlando, FL 32801-1619; P.O. 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Class of 2014 graduates

Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School graduate Cassidy Ann Marryot Students from the Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School class of 2014 process into their Baccalaureate receives her diploma from Principal Steven Christie during the Mass at Incarnation Parish in Sarasota May 21 as Bishop Frank J. Dewane and priests of the Diocese of commencement exercises at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center Venice look on. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) in Sarasota May 23. Christ-centered education prepares them for next phase of life

Bob Reddy of the Florida Catholic staff FYI Cardinal Mooney: 95 graduate SARASOTA | Graduating (15 going to Catholic institutions) from high school is always a nice Bishop Verot: 146 graduates (12 achievement for teens who strug- going to Catholic institutions, one to gle with classes and hope just to U.S. Naval Academy) move on with their lives as they St. John Neumann: 46 graduates enter adulthood. The standards of (seven going to Catholic institutions, achievement and bar for success one to West Point) are much higher for the nearly 300 Scholarships/grants: More than graduates of Catholic high schools $16 million offered within the Diocese of Venice who each earned their diplomas in May. With a Christ-centered educa- are not going off to college have de- tion to guide them into the future, cided to take their commitment to the graduates of St. John Neumann serve their brothers and sisters in Catholic High School in Naples, Christ in a different direction by ei- Cardinal Mooney Catholic High ther joining the U.S. Marine Corps, School in Sarasota, and Bishop Army, Navy or the fire department. Verot Catholic High School in Fort The achievements of the class Myers confidently crossed the stage of 2014 are more clearly reflected to receive their diplomas knowing in their commitment to others, as they are well prepared for whatever the graduates combined for more challenges life may put in front of than 45,000 service hours, helping them. These graduates are armed social service organizations and with knowledge that Christ and the programs throughout the region gifts of the Holy Spirit will enable reach out to those in need. Students from St. John Neumann Catholic High School class of 2014 pose for photos following graduation them to face any obstacle. Bishop Frank J. Dewane cel- May 14 in Naples. The Diocese of Venice class of ebrated a Baccalaureate Mass for 2014 graduates with 98 percent of each graduating class in May. The mitted to educating the whole stu- to do more.” love that permeates from Christ the students opting to go on to pur- Masses were concelebrated by dent in mind, body and spirit, using That call of Christ must serve and multiply that love and reflect sue an advanced education at some priests from the supporting par- core Gospel values as the basis for as a guide to the graduates as they Christ to others.” n of the top colleges and universities ishes in the area. During those everything. face a world where they will hear across the country. Of the total, 34 Masses, Bishop Dewane noted “The parents wanted the best many other contradictory voices, CORRECTION have committed to going to Catho- how a Catholic education begins for their children, and they found he continued. Each graduate needs A story on Page 2 of the May 23 lic colleges and universities, and with the commitment of parents it in Catholic high schools,” Bishop to know the voice of Christ and let issue of the Florida Catholic in- two have earned appointments to who prize the value of what St. Dewane said. “The graduates have Christ know their voice. “Be filled correctly identified the parents of military academies. They head off John Neumann, Cardinal Mooney been prepared well and have the with the gifts of the Holy Spirit and Bishop Verot Catholic High School to college having earned more than and Bishop Verot had to offer their talents, skills and intellect to be an listen to the voice of Christ — let it graduate David Strang. Their names $16 million in scholarships and child. The value is reflected in the important and productive part of resonate in your heart, not just in are Renee and Mark and he has one grants. The seven graduates who faculty and staff whose life is com- society, but they are called by Christ your mind,” he said. “Express the older sister. June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 4 Class of 2014 graduates Diocese finances Transparent EDITOR’S NOTE: The Diocese of Venice places utmost priority on transparency in its financial activities. To assist in this task, the Diocesan Finance Council provides professional oversight and guidance. In response to recent questions about Diocesan finances, Ernie Skinner, Diocesan Finance Council Chairman, drafted a response to clarify the Council’s role and Students from St. John Neumann Catholic High School class of Students from Bishop Verot Catholic High School in Fort Myers help put aside any concerns the public 2014 participate in their graduation May 14 in Naples. receive their diplomas during graduation ceremonies May 17. might have. The response is as follows: On behalf of the Finance Council of the Di- ocese of Venice in Florida, I am responding to allegations made in a letter from some priests Coseglia scholarships awarded to in the diocese dated Jan. 17, 2014, that found its way to the local press and published May 22, 2014. three Catholic high school students The letter alleges: “… no financial transparency in the bishop’s Staff Report olic High School in Fort Myers, and Sarah biology. She notes that she is destined to be office. Of particular concern, for example, is the Coffey of Cardinal Mooney Catholic High a “woman dedicated to conserving God’s acquisition of properties, which are reported in VENICE | Three Diocese of Venice Cath- School in Sarasota. creation and spreading the message to all.” news journals but are kept secret from clergy olic High School graduates were recently Gray may appear to be a typical gradu- That dedication comes from having a solid and the laity of the diocese. There are many ex- awarded scholarships based on their aca- ate, but her commitment to her faith and foundation in her faith life. amples of excessive and apparently impulsive demic standing, service to their parish and service to others really stands out. As vice Each Coseglia scholar expressed appre- spending of diocesan funds which appear un- school, as well as an essay. president of the Beta Club she worked to ciation for the sacrifice made by their par- monitored by the customary controls.” The Coseglia Scholarship Fund was help those less fortunate as she recognized ents so that they could receive a Catholic These allegations are untrue and nonfac- established as part of the dream of Frank that everyone is “connected as brothers and education. Earning the scholarship will tual. Here are the facts: and Florence Coseglia who wanted their sisters through the divine workings of the help them move on toward the next phase • At our quarterly meetings, financial re- financial support for deserving Catholic Holy Spirit. God calls upon us individually of their lives and finance it with greater ports are reviewed and variances from bud- high school graduates pursuing college de- to serve the needy in our own particular ease. geted expense levels are grees to continue for years to come. They way.” She will attend the University of Flor- To qualify for the Coseglia Scholarship, discussed and explained sought the help of the Catholic Community ida with the hopes of becoming a pediatri- students must: have a record of strong aca- in detail. At no time was Foundation to establish an endowment and cian. While at St. John Neumann, she par- demic achievement; a history of service to there any hint of cover-up make that dream a reality. ticipated in a variety of sports and academic their school, parish and community; and a or misrepresentation of The Catholic Community Foundation clubs while also holding two jobs and help- need for financial support. The three young information. Worth not- of Southwest Florida was founded to help ing to raise her siblings. ladies were nominated by their high school ing is that the Council is donors, such as the Coseglias, give lasting Lubin will also go to the University of faculty and approved by the Catholic Com- composed of profession- gifts in perpetuity to help Catholic stu- Florida where she plans to become a den- munity Foundation’s Scholarship Commit- als with diverse back- dents, seminarians, parishes and outreach tist and eventually an orthodontist. All of tee. Each will receive a one-time scholar- grounds whose careers programs within the Diocese of Venice. that education will develop skills that she ship of $1,800 toward the cost of their uni- are long in financial mat- “Because of the generosity of our donors, can use to give back to her community. versity studies. This is the third year the ters. countless students have benefited from Giving back is something Lubin learned at Coseglia Scholarship has been awarded Ernie Skinner, • Because of prudent a great Catholic education,” said Barbara Bishop Verot. “It has opened my eyes to the to outstanding Diocese of Venice Catholic expense management, Caldwell, Executive Director of the Founda- struggles the world faces and how I can help high school graduates. n the diocese expense levels are within budget tion. In 2014 the Foundation will distribute make a difference,” she said. on a year-to-date basis, hardly an indication of almost $1 million dollars to its beneficia- Coffey said she plans to go to college and Those interested in learning more about “excessive and impulsive spending.” ries. wants to save the planet. She will attend creating a Catholic legacy by setting up • A standing agenda item at every Finance The 2014 recipients are Alexis Gray of St. Stetson University on an environmental an endowment fund in their name or the Council meeting is the review of real estate ac- John Neumann Catholic High School in sustainability fellowship where she plans to name of a loved one may contact Barbara tivity. Every transaction is presented and dis- Naples, Joanna Lubin of Bishop Verot Cath- earn degrees in environmental science and Caldwell at 941-441-1124. closed with the corresponding justification. • The Diocese is audited annually by a na- tional accounting firm according to Generally Accepted Auditing Standards. The auditors work closely with the Audit Committee. Worth noting is the appointment of new auditors two years ago, demonstrating the rigor in finan- cial management through the commendable practice of periodic rotation of auditing firms. • The audited financial statements are published on the Diocesan website annually and have been for many years. This bespeaks the financial transparency employed by the Diocese. In closing, neither in matter of finances nor in our personal experience have we found the Bishop to be anything other than professional and respectful. We trust that this letter helps clarify and Graduate Robert J. Rothenbach of Cardinal Mooney Catholic Students from Bishop Verot Catholic High School class of 2014 provide facts surrounding this matter. High School is congratulated after receiving his diploma during attend the Baccalaureate Mass at Resurrection Parish in Fort Respectfully at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Center in Sarasota May 23. Myers May 16. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) Ernie Skinner, Chairman 5 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014 Fortnight for Freedom set for June 21-July 4

Staff Report mitment to prayer, to study the mained faithful in the face of per- man of the Ad Hoc Committee for Church’s teaching, and to partici- secution by political power: St. Religious Liberty of the U.S. Confer- VENICE | The Diocese of Ven- pate in peaceful public action dur- Thomas More and St. John Fisher, ence of Catholic Bishops. ice is once again joining Catholic ing the Fortnight. St. John the Baptist, Sts. Peter and Two nationally televised Masses dioceses and parishes across the Parishes are being encouraged Paul, and the First Martyrs of the will bookend the Fortnight. Arch- United States to raise awareness to hold a Eucharistic Holy Hour Church of Rome. The theme of bishop Lori will celebrate Mass June for domestic and international during the Fortnight with the spe- more humanitarian services. To this year’s Fortnight will focus on 21 at 5:30 p.m. at the Basilica of the religious freedom concerns dur- cial intent for protecting religious view prayer resources, visit www. the freedom to serve the poor and National Shrine of the Assumption ing the third annual Fortnight for freedom as well as to have infor- dioceseofvenice.org/conscience/ vulnerable in accord with human of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Bal- Freedom, June 21-July 4. The two- mation about what more people fortnight-for-freedom. Additional dignity and the Church’s teaching. timore. Cardinal Donald W. Wuerl week celebration will focus on the can do to take action. details are available on the U.S. “This is a time when Catholics of Washington, D.C., will celebrate theme “Freedom to Serve,” empha- Bishop Dewane also asks all Conference of Catholic Bish- can unite themselves in prayer to Mass July 4 at noon at the Basilica sizing the link between religious faithful to pray that the govern- ops’ website at www.fortnight4 the men and women throughout of the National Shrine of the Im- liberty and service to the poor and ing authorities would uphold re- freedom.org. history who spread the Gospel and maculate Conception in Washing- vulnerable. ligious liberty, traditional mar- The Fortnight for Freedom lived out Jesus’ call to serve the ton. Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of Bishop Frank J. Dewane is call- riage, the dignity of human life, takes place during a time when ‘least of these’ in even the direst of Louisville, Ky., and president of the ing on the faithful of the Diocese and other key issues such as im- the liturgical calendar celebrates circumstances,” said Archbishop USCCB, will be the homilist at the of Venice to reinforce their com- migration reform and the need for a series of great martyrs who re- William E. Lori of Baltimore, chair- July 4 Mass. n Diocese recognizes talented young people

Bob Reddy of the Florida Catholic staff

VENICE | Protecting the world God has created for us is one of the fundamental principles of Catholic Social Teaching. One way to do this is to encour- age the protection of the environ- ment for future generations. With this in mind, the Diocese of Ven- ice Peace and Justice Office, along with the Environmental Justice Commission in conjunction with the Education Department, have worked to encourage young people in the schools and parishes to im- prove their efforts of protecting God’s Creation and the teachings of that principle. Annually, the Peace and Justice Office holds a contest to encourage the younger Catholics to use Cath- Shown is the artwork of Isabel Torres, 7, a first-grader at Epiphany olic Social Teachings related to the Cathedral School in Venice, who won in the grades K-two category environment as a basis for submit- of the “Caring for God’s Creation” art contest. ting artwork and writing. The top winners from Diocesan schools and parishes were recognized May 28 by Bishop Frank J. Dewane dur- ing a ceremony at the Diocesan Chancery in Venice. Bishop Dewane noted how im- Shown is the artwork of Casey Berkery, 11, a fifth-grader at Epiphany pressive the artwork was and that Cathedral School in Venice, who won in the grades three-five the overall goal of the program is category of the “Caring for God’s Creation” art contest. The contest to raise awareness about “Caring was sponsored by the Diocesan Peace and Justice Office. for God’s Creation” at home, in the parish and in the world. The young category. The artwork has at the lovingly as we should. This is why people being recognized were con- top: “We are God’s Water, we must we must work hard to preserve gratulated for their artwork and care for the Earth,” and depicts God the land and resources. Doing this writing, but he also encouraged watering the earth with people. will also be a great help in the fight them to carry the message they There are also larger raindrops that against poverty. ‘How?’ you might learned and share it with others. encourage people to visit the sick, ask. There are more ways than you Isabel Torres, 7, a first-grader at donate food and pray. think.” Epiphany Cathedral School in Ven- The first-place winner in the The first-place winner in the Re- Shown is the artwork of Ximena Calvillo, 9, of Holy Cross Parish in ice, won the grades K-two category. grade six-eight category was So- ligious Education category was Xi- Palmetto, who won in the religious education category of the “Caring Her drawing depicts the earth, a phia Prendiville, 12, a sixth-grader mena Calvillo, age 9, a third-grader for God’s Creation” art contest. (COURTESY PHOTOS) descending dove (representing the at St. Francis Xavier Catholic School of Holy Cross Parish in Palmetto. Holy Spirit), Jesus, a school and and St. Columbkille Parish in Fort The artwork depicts young people was judged by members of the Envi- to be recognized during the cere- a mother and daughter. On it she Myers. This age category required cleaning, recycling and upgrading ronmental Justice Commission and mony. The Peace and Justice Office wrote: “Let the Holy Spirit guide us the students to write a two-page an open space to create a park. Education Department, and the and Education Department will in caring for God’s creations.” essay. In the opening of the essay, The goal of the contest is to en- winners were selected after careful use the winning submissions to en- Casey Berkery, 11, a fifth-grader she wrote: “The environment is a courage young people to think cre- review. courage other students to promote at Epiphany Cathedral School in crucial part of our lives. … Unfor- atively about conservation and the The top entrants from each grade conservation efforts. n Venice, won the grades three-five tunately, we do not care for it as environment. Submitted artwork level and each school were invited June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 6 Knights offering image of Sacred Heart DEVOTION TO THE SACRED HEART The 12 Promises of Jesus to St. Margaret Mary for those Seek devotion, protection from hurricanes devoted to His Sacred Heart: 1. I will give them all the graces Bob Reddy PRAYER FOR SAFETY IN HURRICANE SEASON necessary in their state of life. of the Florida Catholic staff 2. I will establish peace in their As we move through the 2014 hurricane season, this prayer asks God for houses. PALMETTO | Many people seek protection and safety from the storms that often threaten Southwest Florida. 3. I will console them in all their different ways to avert disaster so The Diocese of Venice has been struck by several hurricanes in the past 10 years, afflictions. as to protect their family and home. including Charley, Wilma and Katrina. They all serve as vivid reminders of the 4. I will be their secure refuge dur- This is particularly true during power of these storms and the suffering that follows in their wake. ing life and, above all, death. Atlantic hurricane season, which O God, Master of this passing Spare us from past tragedies whose 5. I will bestow a large blessing runs from June 1 to Nov. 30 each world, memories are still so vivid upon all their undertakings. year. 6. Sinners shall find in My Heart the This year marks the 10th anni- hear the humble voices of your and whose wounds seem to refuse children. to heal with passing of time. source of an infinite ocean of mercy. versary of the devastating impact 7. Tepid souls shall become fervent. of a season in which the Diocese The Sea of Galilee obeyed your O Virgin, Star of the Sea, Our order beloved Mother, we ask you 8. Fervent souls shall speedily rise of Venice was struck by several shall be their assured refuge in this and returned to its former quietude. to plead with your Son on our to great perfection. storms. This included Hurricane last moment. Charley which struck Aug. 13, 2004, You are still the Master of land behalf, 9. I will bless every place where a destroying thousands of homes and sea. so that spared from the calamities picture of My Heart shall be set up and honored. Novena to the Sacred and damaging numerous Catholic We live in the shadow of a danger common to this area Heart of Jesus Churches. over which we have no control: and animated with a true spirit of 10. I will give to priests the gift of O most holy Heart of Jesus, foun- The Knights of Columbus of gratitude, touching the most hardened hearts. the Gulf, like a provoked and angry tain of every blessing, I adore You, I Council 7414 at Holy Cross Parish giant, can awake from its seeming we will walk in the footsteps of 11. Those who shall promote this devotion shall have their names writ- love You, and with a lively sorrow for in Palmetto developed an initiative lethargy, overstep its conventional your Divine Son my sins, I offer You this poor heart of to promote a devotion to the Sacred boundaries, invade our land, and to reach the heavenly Jerusalem, ten in My Heart, never to be blotted out. mine. Make me humble, patient, pure Heart of Jesus, which is celebrated spread chaos and disaster. where a stormless eternity awaits and wholly obedient to Your will. by the Catholic Church June 27. During this hurricane season we us. Amen. 12. I promise in the excessive mercy Grant, good Jesus, that I may live in Knights will be distributing a free turn to You, O loving Father. of My Heart that My all-powerful love You and for You. Protect me in the picture of the Sacred Heart of Je- will grant to all those who communi- midst of danger; comfort me in my sus along with the 12 promises that cate (receive Communion) on the First afflictions; give me health of body, came from the apparition. honored.” The promises were re- and understand the benefit of prac- Friday of nine consecutive months the assistance in my temporal needs, The apparitions of the Sacred vealed in one of many private rev- ticing the Devotion to the Sacred grace of final penitence; they shall not Your blessing on all that I do, and the Heart were seen by St. Margaret elations that Jesus gave St. Margaret Heart of Jesus and to encourage all die in My disgrace nor without receiv- grace of a holy death. ing their Sacraments; My Divine heart Mary Alacoque, a French nun, Mary. to take up its immediate practice.” whom He called “the Beloved Dis- Gus Elliott, a member of the At Holy Cross Parish, the Knights ciple of the Sacred Heart” and the Knights of Columbus and Holy of Columbus will distribute approx- Heiress “of all Its treasures,” in the Cross Parish in Palmetto, said the imately 2,000 free images and the the picture in a prominent location Knights’ councils and additional 1670s. The apparition included 12 idea of providing a free image of the promises to families on the week- in their home and to honor it at least parishes in Manatee County will be promises. Promise No. 9 states: “I Sacred Heart of Jesus is a joint effort end of June 21-22, the Feast of the once a month, preferably the first taking up the offer and distributing will bless every place where a pic- of the council and Parish. “We want Corpus Christi, Eilliott explained. Friday of each month. the image of the Sacred Heart of Je- ture of My Heart shall be set up and to encourage all Catholics to know Families are being asked to place The idea has spread to other sus to families. n Seminarians head to summer assignments

SEMINARIAN SUMMER ASSIGNMENTS Bob Reddy particularly in the area of pastoral sonally while having encounters of the Florida Catholic staff care. The men are sent to different with Christ at the most basic level The summer work keeps the men engaged in their commitment to their parishes each summer so they can — in the Parish. prayer life and spiritual development, Bishop Frank J. Dewane explained. VENICE | College students get new experiences. As they move Seminarians who are earn- “These assignments are critical in discerning a vocation to the priesthood.” across the country are heading forward in their studies, the re- ing their initial college degree are home for the summer, looking for sponsibility for the men increases. encouraged to work during the Crawford Bennett, clinical pastoral Lawton Lang, St. Leo Parish, Bonita jobs, going on vacation and relax- The summer work keeps the summer while participating in the education at St. Thomas Seminary in Springs. ing before the next school year be- men engaged in their commitment activities of the Parish they are as- gins. to their prayer life and spiritual de- signed to. The work helps to offset St. Paul, Minn. Argenis Peralte, Holy Cross Parish, Pierre Louis Berthony, St. Michael Palmetto. Not so for the 19 seminarians velopment, Bishop Frank J. Dewane some of the costs of their education. Parish, Wauchula. currently studying for the Diocese explained. “These assignments are The seminarians are support- Krzyzstof Piotrowski, Resurrection of Venice. Each seminarian has critical in discerning a vocation to ed by a combination of sources: Wojciech Borzyszkowski, St. Parish, Fort Myers. been given a summer assignment, the priesthood.” parishes, the Diocese of Venice Joseph Parish, Bradenton. Shawn Roser, Pontifical North either at Parishes throughout the Father Cory Mayer, Diocese of through the Catholic Faith Appeal, William Ciotti, St. Frances Xavier American College Seminary, Rome Diocese or elsewhere. One of the Venice Director of Vocations, said the Knights of Columbus and the Cabrini Parish, Parrish. Charles Ruoff, St. Andrew Parish, men, Transitional Deacon Leszek each assignment gives the men a generosity of the faithful. Moise Dantes, St. Francis Xavier Cape Coral. Trojanowski, will be ordained to practical look at parish life. Assign- The faithful are encouraged to Parish, Fort Myers. Michael Scaramuzzo II, St. Cecilia the priesthood July 19. ments place the men with pastors help support the seminarians with Dariusz Gega, Incarnation Parish, Parish, Fort Myers. Seminarians are allowed to take who will also serve as mentors. financial support and prayer. To some time off during the summer Typical work includes serving or support a seminarian, send a check Sarasota. Transitional Deacon Leszek Tomasz Golab, Epiphany Cathedral, Tojanowski, Sts. Peter and Paul the to refresh from their latest gruel- assisting during Mass, visiting the to the Diocese of Venice, Office of Venice. Apostles Parish, Bradenton. ing year of studies on the pathway sick, helping with various religious Vocations, 1000 Pinebrook Road, to becoming priests. The assign- education programs, leading a Bi- Venice, FL 34285. n Ryan Gustin, Our Lady of Grace Par- Peter Vale, Pontifical North Ameri- ments are intended to help the men ble study and working with youth ish, Avon Park. can College Seminary, Rome. broaden their experiences in the groups. For more information about Grzegorz Klich, Our Lady of Lourdes James Zwack, St. Leo Parish, Bonita parishes. The summer assignments give the seminarians or if you are Parish, Venice. Springs. The men assigned to a parish get practical experience in pastoral discerning a call to a vocation, Jakub Krawitowski, St. Charles the opportunity to learn about the ministry, explained Father Mayer. contact Father Cory Mayer at Borromeo Parish, Port Charlotte. daily operation of the Church while This gives the men the opportunity 941-484-9543 or email mayer@ gaining “real world” experiences, to grow both spiritually and per- dioceseofvenice.org. 7 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014 Retiree enjoys volunteering with Catholic Charities

Judy Bokorney Tom Special to the Florida Catholic Vergetto volun- SARASOTA | Despite being re- teers at tired, Tom Vargetto is a busy guy. st. Martha He enjoys playing basketball, writ- early ing short stories and poetry, and is a learning self-described “fanatic” of the New Center in York Yankees. sarasota However, since moving to Lake- and is seen wood Ranch from his hometown with some of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, N.Y., of the pre- Vargetto has adopted the Tampa schoolers Bay Rays as a second team and has there. (COURTesY) made volunteering an important part of his life. For Vargetto, volun-

29882-0606 teering is more than a hobby. It is “doing the Lord’s work,” he said. “I feel that I was blessed to have been given a second chance after having a few brushes with death,” he explained. As a New York na- tive and a 27-year Wall Street wonk, giving of his time two, sometimes Vargetto is one of countless peo- Vargetto was working mere blocks three, days a week at the center. ple who donate their time and tal- from the twin towers Sept. 11, 2001. “If I can make a difference in ents to help make the social service In 2008, he survived a massive heart one child’s life, all the hours that I programs of Catholic Charities in attack. Shortly thereafter, he and his devote are priceless. … Staying in the Diocese of Venice so success- wife of 14 years, Diane, decided to touch with your inner child is truly ful. Each year 32 service programs leave behind the stifling, stressful the key to everlasting happiness,” assist more than 40,000 families economic climate and brutal win- said Vargetto, who previously vol- and individuals, from infants to the ters of New York and embrace all unteered at an assisted living fa- aged. n that Florida has to offer. cility in Brooklyn. “These precious Vargetto started volunteering his children that I have the privilege of For information about volunteer op- time at St. Martha’s Early Learning working with are the bridge to my portunities with Catholic Charities Center of Catholic Charities, and mission. Having the opportunity to in DeSoto County, call 863-494-1068; from day one he knew he was in the work with children is truly a bless- in Lee County, call 239-337-4193; in right place. “When I came home ing.” Collier County, call 239-455-2655; that very first day I looked at my It is an honor to assist the staff of and in Sarasota and Manatee coun- wife, who was waiting in anticipa- St. Martha’s Early Learning Center, ties, call 941-355-4680. For informa- tion to hear how it went, and told her he said. “They work tirelessly to en- tion about St. Martha’s Early Learn- ‘Honey, I am in love,’” Vargetto said. sure quality care and development ing Center of Catholic Charities, call Since that day, he has continued of these children.” 941-366-1395.

Newsbriefs marriage Prep munity. More than 100 people have are: Ryan O’Rourke from St. Eliza- participated in the first-time home- beth Seton Parish; Daniel Simoes training Day buyer class since October 2013. from St. Ann Parish; and Madeline, Training for the sacramental- Topics covered in the class include: Jack and Deirdre Gillen from St. ity portion of marriage prepara- steps to successful homeownership; Agnes Parish. In addition the CCW tion will be held June 21, 9 a.m.-3 winning credit history/shopping for has renewed scholarships for the p.m., at San Antonio Parish in Port a loan; shopping for a home/choos- total amount of $6,000 per year for Charlotte. Priests and Deacons who ing a realtor; and home ownership. four students: James Whiting, Clare are involved at the parish level with Upcoming class dates are Monday, Meyers and Andrea Groch from St. marriage preparation are encour- June 16, and Tuesday, June 17, from William Parish; and Nicholas Sac- aged to attend. There is no cost for 4:30 to 9 p.m.; and on Saturday, June chetta from St. Ann Parish. diocesan marriage preparation 28, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For facilitators or Clergy, but you must more information and to register Lego ‘Vatican’ built register beforehand. If you plan on for the class, call Catholic Charities attending or would like more in- in Manatee County at 941-714-7829. by naples youth formation, contact Angela Exner The youth of St. Agnes Parish in in Family Life at 941-484-9543 or council awards Naples joined together to build Vati- marriageprep@dioceseofvenice. can City with 60,000 Lego building org. scholarships blocks May 19. More than 150 youth The St. William Council of from third to ninth grade, along with catholic charities Catholic Women has awarded five parents and grandparents, joined in new scholarships to Collier County the fun to create a 400-square-foot receives grant students attending a Catholic col- scale model of Vatican City, com- Catholic Charities was awarded lege or university this fall for a total plete with St. Peter’s Basilica, the a grant for $3,000 from the Mana- of $9,000 per academic year. The Sistine Chapel, the Obelisk and the tee Community Foundation for the awards granted are for $1,000 to Vatican Palace — 25 buildings in all.

31688-0606 first-time homebuyer class. Due $3,000 per year based on need, and Teams built individual buildings, to demand, twice as many classes are renewable for each undergradu- which were then placed on a map on are now being offered to the com- ate academic year. The recipients the floor of the Parish Center. June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 8

Victims Assistance Coordinator Friday, 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Our chaplet; 4:30 p.m., rosary (May to 0910. DIOCESAN EVENTS Barbara DiCocco at 941-416-6114. Mother’s House provides shelter October). Portiuncula Fraternity of and guidance to single mothers Eucharistic adoration, Secular Franciscans, third Diocese of Venice Family and their children, who would Conference, July 12, Our Lady Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays Sundays, 2-4 p.m., Our Lady Queen COMMUNITY otherwise be homeless. Anyone and Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; of Martyrs, 6600 Pennsylvania Ave., of Perpetual Help Retreat Center, interested should call 941-894-2378. Venice. Day of faith, family and fun EVENTS Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Sarasota. All are welcome. Call hosted by Office of Evangelization. Prison ministry. “I was in prison Incarnation Parish, Sarasota. For Peggy, 941-721-7691; or visit www. and you visited me” (Mt 25:36). information, call 941-921-6631. portiuncula.org. Includes engaging speakers, fun Women’s Leadership Join a team of volunteers who activities for the whole family, Symposium, June 28, Our Lady Eucharistic adoration, Fridays, St. Clare Fraternity of the share God’s love and mercy with spiritual elements, Mass. Cost: $50 of Lourdes Parish, Venice. All 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Carosella Chapel, St. Secular Franciscans, fourth those who are incarcerated in any per family, includes continental women are welcome to learn Martha Parish, 200 N. Orange Ave., Sundays, noon-3 p.m., St. William of the 23 jails/prisons scattered breakfast, lunch and activities. how to improve their leadership Sarasota. Parish, 750 Seagate Drive, Naples. throughout the Diocese of Venice. Lodging for Friday evening skills at the workplace, church, Eucharistic adoration, All are welcome. Bill Roche, 678- No previous experience is required; available at additional cost. Office organization, etc. Sponsored by Wednesdays, 9 a.m., followed by 740-6560, or dbroche@marcocable. newcomers are paired with of Evangelization, 941-484-9543. the Venice Diocesan Council of Our Lady of Perpetual Help novena; com. experienced volunteers. Contact Catholic Women and open to and first Fridays, 9.a.m., Sacred Father Solanus Casey Theology on Tap — North, Eric Sammons, 941-486-4740 or both CCW members and non- Heart Parish, 211 Cross St., Punta Fraternity of Secular July 17, 7 p.m., San Pedro Parish, [email protected]. North Port. For six consecutive CCW members. Cost: $30, includes Gorda. Franciscans, third Sundays, 1:30- Thursdays. First speaker: Bishop lunch and program materials. St. Vincent de Paul, Naples, Eucharistic adoration/ 3:30 p.m., Epiphany Cathedral, Frank J. Dewane. All young Contact Joyce Aubrey, 941-484- needs volunteers. Meals-on-Wheels exposition of the Blessed 350 Tampa Ave. W., Venice. All are adults 18-39 years old invited. 1788 or [email protected], for delivers meals to the homebound Sacrament, Wednesdays, 8:30 welcome. Call Marie, 941-484-4043, Baby-sitting available for young information and to register. infirm and elderly. Carol, 239-775- a.m.-6:30 p.m., St. Maximilian or John, 941-486-3518. 0443. The thrift stores in Naples couples. George Smith, gsmith@ Are you a Catholic physician, Kolbe Parish, 1441 Spear St., Port Lay Cistercians of South and Bonita offer fun while working dioceseofvenice.org. health care professional or medical Charlotte. Florida, West Coast, second as cashier, sorter or pricer. Paul, 239- student? The Catholic Medical Weekly prayer vigil to end Thursdays, after 9 a.m. Mass, St. Novena of Masses for Life, 775-2907. the 25th of each month, started Association (CMA) helps doctors abortion, Fridays (except secular Vincent de Paul social hall, Fort March 25 at different parishes and health care professionals grow Join the social justice holidays), 10 a.m.-noon, in front Myers. Lead a deeper spiritual throughout the Diocese through in faith, maintain ethical integrity advocate network. The Diocesan of the new Sarasota Planned life following Cistercian (Trappist) Dec. 25. A special observance of and provide excellent health care Peace and Justice Office invites you Parenthood, Central Avenue spirituality. Led by Father Ronnie the life of Jesus in the womb of in accordance with the teachings to become one of it’s social justice between Seventh and Eighth Sison and Cistercian Sister Lillian our Blessed Mother, Masses are of the Church. The CMA offers advocates, who contact legislators streets, five blocks north of Shank. Contact Sister Shank, 863- offered for a greater respect for all professional, spiritual, and moral when notified by the Peace and Fruitville Road. 941-377-1929 or 983-6067. human life. For complete schedule, support through local chapters Justice Office. No fees or costs are [email protected]. Marian Movement of involved. For more information, visit www.dioceseofvenice.org/ and annual national conferences Weekly prayer vigil to Priests Cenacle, Tuesday, 3 p.m., contact peace&justice@ respectlife. featuring world-class speakers and end abortion, first and third Ascension Parish, Fort Myers Beach. dioceseofvenice.org or 941-484- CME credits. Visit www.cathmed. Wednesdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m., next For information, Betty Holden Bible Study Training Day, Sept. 9543. 13, St. Agnes Parish, Naples. Hosted org to learn more. to Georgia’s Florist, 22186 Olean at 239-463-3993 or holdenbnd@ by Diocese of Venice for all those Volunteers needed for the Blvd., Port Charlotte. Call Vera comcast.net. involved in Parish Bible Studies Catholic Charities Disaster Lackatas, 941-423-6770. Marian Movement of Amateur Radio Network or just love the Bible. Utilizes the VOLUNTEERS Weekly prayer vigil to end Priests Cenacle, Sundays, 4 p.m., (DARN). Licensed amateur radio “Journey Through Scripture” abortion, Mondays, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 Incarnation Parish, conference operators, or someone willing to program by Dr. Scott Hahn. Theme: NEEDED p.m., Naples Planned Parenthood, room, Sarasota. The purpose is to take steps to obtain a license, are “The Bible and the Mass.” All who 1425 Creech Road, Naples. Call pray for the Church and priests. For Call for volunteers. Guadalupe needed throughout the Diocese. attended last year’s training are Collier County Pro-Life Association, information, 941-371-7443. Social Services of Catholic Charities No meetings or dues are required. encouraged to participate again 239-248-0694. Legion of Mary, Thursdays, 9 seeks individuals and groups A monthly on-air drill and an and invite others. Details about a.m., St. Joseph Parish, Bradenton, who would like to help serve the annual meeting are required. Monthly prayer vigil to end registration will be forthcoming. Holy Queen Mother of Mercy poor in Immokalee. Volunteer Volunteers need to be available abortion, Saturdays, 9:15 a.m., Praesidium. The object of the Casa Maria soup kitchen. opportunities include food pantry in the aftermath of a disaster. 3900 Broadway Blvd., Building C, Legion of Mary is the glory of Guadalupe Social Services of distribution, daily and weekly For more information, contact Fort Myers. 239-561-2245. God through the holiness of its Catholic Charities in Immokalee administrative tasks, monthly Andy Durette, DARN coordinator, members developed by prayer manages the soup kitchen — mailings, serving lunch at the Casa [email protected]. including feeding a hot meal to Maria Soup Kitchen and more. SECULAR and active co-operation through 100 people each day — clothing Contact Program Director Tricia Mary. This praesidium also offers and shower programs formerly Yeggy, 239-657-6242 or tricia@ MASSES/PRAYER COMMUNITIES the Pilgrim Statue to families for a run by Guadalupe Center. Anyone catholiccharitiescc.org. week at a time. Call 941-524-1171 Stigmata of St. Francis or 941-465-3851. wishing to support the soup Our Lady of Perpetual Help SESSIONS kitchen can send donations to: Fraternity, third Thursdays, Legion of Mary, Thursdays, Retreat Center, Venice, is looking 9-11:30 a.m., St. Thomas More Guadalupe Social Services, P.O. Box for volunteer angels to donate Spanish prayer group, “Oasis 9 a.m., Villa Francisco, on the 5034, Immokalee, FL 34143, and de Agua Viva,” Thursdays 7-9 Parish, 2506 Gulf Gate Blvd., grounds of St. Francis Xavier Parish, their time and talent to the center. Sarasota. For more information, note the intention is to support Faithful willing to volunteer for a p.m., St. Jude Parish, 3930 17th St., Fort Myers. Members dedicate their the soup kitchen; or visit www. Sarasota. Patty Vargas, 941-228- Susan Jacobs, 941-922-1080; Julia lives to try to live as the mother of few hours a week or a few hours Detloff, 941-922-3202. catholiccharitiesdov.org and click a month in all different areas of 3431; or Pia Alvia, 941-773-0326. God had, by glorifying the name Discalced Camelite Seculars DONATE NOW. support are welcome. Contact 941- Novena of life to the of God through their actions. For (OCDS), first Saturdays, 8:30 a.m. Television Mass for the 486-0233, olphinfo@olph-retreat. Sacred Heart of Jesus and the more information, call 239-344- Mass, San Pedro Parish, 14380 homebound in the northern org. Immaculate Heart of Mary, first 0645. Tamiami Trail, North Port. For more portions of the diocese, 10 a.m. St. Martha’s Early Learning Fridays after 11 a.m. Mass, St. Legion of Mary, Mondays, 9 on ION Television Network; in the Joseph Parish, 3100 26th St. W., information, call Rosemary Gallo, a.m., Our Lady Queen of Martyrs, Center in Sarasota is looking 941-889-7171. southern portions of the diocese, for volunteers to help the staff Bradenton. Ada Feldman, 941-755- Faith Formation Center, Room 10, Dominican laity, fourth 10 a.m., on WFTX-TV (FOX-4). with the day-to-day operations of 3951. Sarasota. Helps develop greater Wednesdays, 6 p.m., Incarnation Check your local listings for channel the preschool, assist certified VPK Tridentine Latin Mass, holiness while spreading profound Parish, 2901 Bee Ridge Road, information. Leaflet missals are teachers with reading and playing Sundays, 8 a.m., St. Agnes Parish devotion to Mary. Call 941-755- Sarasota. All are welcome. For available upon request by calling in the different working areas. Chapel, 7775 Vanderbilt Beach 1826. more information, call Linda Bailey, 941-484-9543 and asking about the Contact Blair Gladding, 941-355- Road, Naples. Confession, Saturday, 941-923-8456; or Peggy Hanifin, TV Mass or by writing: TV Mass, 4680, ext. 307; bgladding@ccdis1. 4:30-5:30 p.m. in chapel. 239-262- 941-923-8188. Diocese of Venice, 1000 Pinebrook org. 8127 or [email protected]. PRAYER GROUPS Road, Venice, FL 34285. Contact St. Maximilian Kolbe Marriage preparation Tridentine Latin Mass, Gail Ardy, 941-486-4714, ardy@ Fraternity of Secular Venice Ultreya, first Tuesdays, trainers needed throughout Sundays, 12:45 p.m., Resurrection dioceseofvenice.org. Franciscans, second Saturdays, 7 p.m., Epiphany Cathedral Parish, Diocese of Venice. As a marriage Parish, 8121 Cypress Lake Drive, 9:30 a.m., St. Katharine Drexel Soy Building, 350 W. Tampa Ave., Safe Environment training. preparation trainer, you will be Fort Myers. 239-481-7171. Parish, 1922 S.W. 20th Ave., Cape Venice. Cursillistas are welcome. As part of the Safe Environment asked to conduct Saturday classes Eucharistic adoration, Fridays, Coral. For more information, Call Weulcia, 941-484-3076. Program, the Diocese of Venice a few times a year to help prepare 9 a.m.-9 p.m. (excluding Good contact Judy Madia, 239-839-4190 requires that all employees and engaged couples for the Sacrament Friday); and Mondays, 9 a.m.-10 Spirit of Love prayer group, or [email protected]. those volunteers who work with of Matrimony. Training will be a.m. (Oct.-May), St. Frances X. Epiphany Cathedral Parish, 350 W. children and/or vulnerable adults provided, along with all teaching Cabrini Parish, 12001 69th St. E., St. Francis Xavier Lay Tampa Ave., Venice. Information: be fingerprinted and trained in materials and even a stipend for Parrish, 941-776-9097. Carmelite Community, third Marge, 941-484-1135. Safe Environment. For class times Sundays, 1-3:30 p.m., Villa the classes conducted. If you are Eucharistic adoration, Fridays, Cursillo, course about Jesus, and locations, contact your local Francisco, 2140 Cottage St., Fort interested, please contact the noon-3 p.m., Epiphany Cathedral the Church and you. Contact: parish or Diocesan school or visit Myers. Call Missy Sedgwick, 239- Office of Evangelization, 941- Parish, 350 Tampa Ave. W., Venice. Joan Cushin, 4105 N.W. 24th the Diocesan website at www. 997-3832. All are welcome. http:// 486-4740 or evangelization@ Private prayer and Benediction. Terrace, Cape Coral, FL 33993; dioceseofvenice.org. Report all carmelnet.org. dioceseofvenice.org. 941-484-3505. 239-283-2680; or joanandtom65@ abuses against minors to the St. William Lay Carmelite centurylink.net Our Mother’s House seeks Eucharistic adoration, daily, 9 Florida Department of Children Community, first Saturdays, volunteers for an on-site child care a.m.-5 p.m., adoration chapel, St. Cenacle prayer group, Fridays, and Families at 1-800-962-2873. To 9-11:30 a.m., St. William Parish center. Volunteers are needed to Joseph Parish, 27904 33rd Ave. W., 12:15 p.m., Our Lady of Lourdes report abuse by Diocesan personnel Ministry Center, 750 Seagate Drive, work three-hour shifts, Monday- Bradenton. 3 p.m., Divine Mercy Parish center, 1301 Center Road, or volunteers, call the Diocesan Naples. Call Jean Leitton, 239-513- Venice. 941-497-2931. 9 KIDS’ PAGE Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014 Let the words of my mouth be acceptable, the thoughts of my heart

before you, LORD, my rock and my redeemer. — Psalm 19:15

A woman lights a candle at a makeshift shrine for 20-year-old Christopher Stained glass of the Stations of the Michael-Martinez, a student at the University of California at Santa Cross from the Chapel at San Damiano Barbara who was killed in a drive-by shooting May 23. (LUCY NICHOLSON, Monastery of St. Clare on Fort Myers Beach. REUTERS | CNS) 11th Station: Jesus is nailed to the cross. OK, let’s just get the cliché out of the way: There is no summer vacation from prayer. There! We said it and now we can move on. But, seriously, why should prayer of petition which leads us to pray our minds to what the Gospel means and prayer be a constant presence in as Jesus did, praying for all people, espe- who is God to take us on our own spiri- cially sinners. tual quest. As the catechism states, “To our life? Because prayer is the glue 4. Prayer of Thanksgiving — As in the meditate on what we read helps us to that bonds our relationship with prayer of petition, every event and need make it our own by confronting it with God. And that is something that can become an offering of thanksgiving ourselves. Here, another book is opened: for what God has given us and done for the book of life. … Meditation engages A sunflower blooms in Chicago’s Grant Park. (JEAN needs to always be fostered and us. thought, imagination, emotion, and de- GONZALEZ | FC) developed whether you are 10 or 5. Prayer of Praise — Sure, God sire. … Christian prayer tries above all to 17 or 27 or 49 or 76. You get the pic- doesn’t ask for it, but why shouldn’t we meditate on the mysteries of Christ, as in give glory to God for simply being God? lectio divina or the rosary. This form of ture. With all God gives us, shouldn’t we praise prayerful reflection is of great value, but Speaking of pictures, what kind of God? Christian prayer should go further: to the prayers do you think about when you So those are the types of prayer, but knowledge of the love of the Lord Jesus, to see the pictures on this page? There is doesn’t prayer come in all shapes and union with him.” no wrong answer, but it is an interesting sizes? Well, yes, in a sense. According to Heart and soul: St. Teresa of Avila de- question. What feelings about your faith the Catechism of the Catholic Church, scribed contemplative prayer as a “close and God do these images evoke? there are three expressions of prayer: vo- sharing of friends. It means taking time Did you know that the Catechism of cal, meditation and contemplative. frequently to be alone with him who we the Catholic Church identifies five types Hello, God. It’s me: Vocal prayer, know loves us.” The catechism offers of prayer? That’s right. Want to learn which is exactly what it says it is. God many ways to describe contempletive about them? Hope you said yes, because speaking to you, and you speaking to prayer, which is a time of silence and re- here they are: God. But the most important thing is flection where words are not speeches The sun sets on a Gulf Coast beach in Florida. (JEAN 1. Blessing and Adoration (praising your heart’s got to be into it. The cat- (like they might be in vocal prayer), but GONZALEZ | FC) God) — This is your response to the gifts echism quotes St. John Chrysostom who rather “they are like kindling that feeds God gives you. said, “Whether or not our prayer is heard the fire of love.” To learn more about what 2. Prayer of Petition — Asking for depends not on the number of words, but the catechism says about expression of what we need, including forgiveness. on the fervor of our souls.” prayer, visit the vatican website at www. Remember, asking forgiveness is the pre- It’s all in your mind: This is an awe- vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/ requisite for both the eucharistic liturgy some quote from the catechism: “Medi- catechism/p4s1c3a1.htm or tinyurl.com/ and personal prayer. tation is above all a quest.” In this day n937nqh. 3. Prayer of Intercession (asking for and age we have Scripture and also so what others need) — Intercession is a much literature and blogs that can open Have you ever seen God in a photo? They say pictures are worth a thousand words, but some photos are worth one good prayer. Do you have a photo that inspires you to pray, whether it is a prayer of blessing, thanksgiving, petition, intercession or praise? It might be you at prayer, or a photo of someone you love, or a nature photo. Send us that photo, along with how it inspires your prayer life. If it inspires you to write your own prayer, share it with us. Pope Francis prays at the Western Wall in Jerusalem Send us the photo and your prayer (no more than 150 words) to May 26. The pope stood for more than a minute and [email protected] or [email protected]. a half with his right hand against the wall, most of the Some of them might end up on our Facebook page (www.facebook. time in silent prayer, before praying the Our Father. com/FloridaCatholic). (PAUL HARING | CNS) June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic 75th AnniversAry 10

Coverage of graduations “ June 10, 1994

May 29. 1964

May 25, 2000 Graduation coverage My fiancé, a volunteer in the U.S. In speaking with graduates of means more than just gowns Marines, had recently shipped out.” 1984, Bishop Thomas J. Grady said, and mortarboards. It is the Personal stories are a hallmark “The world needs the graduates. of graduation coverage, which of The world needs the inheritance of stories behind the grads that course includes ubiquitous award truth and commitment which is in make this time so special. announcements, photos of grads in them, needs the Holy Spirit which In looking at the archives of the gowns and speeches. is in them, needs contact with the Florida Catholic, a graduation ar- For Florida’s bishops, graduation mystical Christ whose members ticle that was published in a Senior is a time to offer inspiring words to they are. Graduates should go forth Section caught our eye. The story graduates of all schools — Catholic confident that the world really was a first-person account by free- and public — and to students of all needs them, confident that they re- lance reporter Dolores Fetcko, who ages, whether kindergarten, col- ally have something important to recalled when D-Day bells sounded lege-aged or late-in-life grads. And give the world, confident that they on her graduation day (see head- many times those words of inspira- are never alone in the struggle of line at top). In the story, she wrote, tion ring true years after the fact. life, because Christ has said, ‘I am “Morning usually comes quietly In speaking to graduates in 1966, with you always.’” into my subconscious. But not on Bishop Joseph Hurley said, “You are To graduates in 1992, Bishop An interesting editor’s note on an otherwise typical June 6, 1944. I awoke to the blow- the children of the nuclear age. You Norbert M. Dorsey spoke about graduation story from June 2, 1944. ing of mill whistles, the ringing of face the awful possibility of nuclear how dignity is a necessary element church bells, the honking of auto- war and yet you face the challenge of Christian nature. He stressed it mobile horns.” of nuclear power put to good, put didn’t depend on what kind of car When she learned the bells and to the service of mankind and Al- one drove or how many CDs (com- horns were for the D-Day invasion mighty God. You have this chal- pact discs, in case you forgot) one by the Allies she had conflicted lenge of the unknown. ... We want had. feelings: “I felt joy at hearing the our Catholic people to be great in “Your dignity comes from with- bells. I was optimistic that the ter- every sphere because they are the in and was given to you from your rible trial of war could be winding ones who are going to contribute God. Whoever you are and wherev- May 15, down at last. After my dad related greatly to the sanity of this mixed- er you go, carry it, treasure it, know 1997 his fears, terror seized my mind. up world.” it, live it.” Early grads grads OF 1962 INaUgUral gradUaTINg Class

In this 1962 photo, three class officers of Bishop Moore Catholic High School in Orlando prepare for graduation. From left are Nancy St. Mary Magdalen Day Care Recognize anyone? Santa Fe Catholic High School in Lakeland celebrated its first Goff, Mary Fran Malatesta, Peter Gil, Joan Center, Altamonte Springs, graduating class in 1964. This photo, published May 29, 1964, shows 24 of the 27 Zimorski and Carl Kettles Jr. graduates from 1991. graduates of the first class. So, are you in this photo?

Two years ago, the Florida Catholic embarked on a journey to preserve the decades of news and events covered since Dec. 1, 1939, the first published edition of the paper. Throughout our 75th year we will publish a “look back” page where we delve into our archives and check out how a topic, event or decade was covered. While portions of newspaper articles will be reprinted on these pages, pages about these topics will be available online at www.thefloridacatholic.org. Just click About this page... on the “75” button. Section B | June 6-19, 2014 FloridaCatholic

PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY AND LINDA CALDWELL. COVER DESIGN BY JEAN GONZALEZ BLESSINGS AND PRAYERS TO ALL 2014 GRADUATES. To honor the students and their families who made the commitment to attend Catholic schools, the Florida Catholic offers this special section that lists the graduates of Catholic high schools in the dioceses of Orlando, Palm Beach and Venice. The listings are also available online at www.thefloridacatholic.org. June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic graduation 2014 12

Marion County

Volusia Father Lopez High, Orlando Trinity High, Ocala County Daytona Beach Lake Sumter County diocese County Seminole County School listings

Bishop Moore High, Orlando Brevard County Bishop Moore, 13 Orange County Father Lopez, 14 Melbourne Central Melbourne Central Catholic, 15 Catholic High Polk Osceola County County Santa Fe, 15 Trinity, 12 Santa Fe Catholic High, Lakeland Trinity Catholic High school, Ocala

117 graduates Mark Franklin Jessica Rhem TOP HONORS Wenya Fu Jacob Riegler Blaise Adams Victoria Gardner Kyanna Riggins Norma Albino Colton Godwin Alizah Robinson Christopher Armstrong Lacy Goguen Edda Rodriguez Celine Farrales Atkinson Haley Hawkins Julian Roig Samuel Atwell Rebecca Hoesterey James Ross Angelus Baes Molly Jank Katlin Ryan Ryan Bairstow Sixuan Fiona Jiang Victor Santiago John Barron Lucas Kaczynski Sarah Shaffer Lauren Bishop Valedictorian Katherine Kelly Samantha Shoemaker Salutatorian Tiesha Blair Andres Cedeno Melissa Miranda Gi Sun Kim Colton Singletary Samantha Blasko Charles Landt Morgan Slaymaker Joy Bleiker Jesse Lepore Leslie Sosa Brandon Wilson Amanda Yates Leslie Borrero Maxwell Linder Mary Spinelli Dash Winningham Natalia Yordan Joseph Bryant Anna Lister Paul Staley Jakob Wissel Emily Young Kaitlyn Bryant Tatiana Lopez Tehran Stanley Shaun Yager Linjiang John YU Kameron Butler Alexander Lucas Jaime Suarez Stephen Butler Megan Maloney Samantha Sullo Abigail Camargo Jessica Marin Guarin James Swilley Briana Camargo Rose Mazzanoble Kevin Teaf Reid Carlton Nicholas Mazzurco Jonathon Teeter Andres Cedeno Adeen McKenzie-Kennedy Joshua Timbol Nicholas Certain Harriet McPherson Kalandi Torres Jennifer Cespedes Melissa Meza Rebecca Trabing Michael Chambless Melissa Miranda Dorothy Trigg Richard Crosby Laura Moore Juan Vargas Vincent Cyrulinski Felisha Morales DeJesus Joseph Vermillion Daulton DeClue god bless Anderson Vorwerk god bless Cynthia Dela Rosa our graduating class of 2014 Meghan Morgan Benjamin Waller our graduating class of 2014 Casey Demary Peter Ordeneaux Hayley Waters Anthony DeSimone Rudi Outar Raegan Wesch Braden Doyle Brian Parodi Justin Williams Alyssa Eashoo Malak Patel Robyn Williams Allyson Ehlers Ashley Peters

Samantha Fieldhouse Keyvin Pinkney 31791-0606 Mary Fisher Kyle Porter Matthew Fortin Conner Ramputi Visit us at Joshua Franke Steven Ramsey thefloridacatholic.org for morefor information: more information: www.melbournecc.org www.melbournecc.org | 321.727.0793 | 321.727.0793 13 graduation 2014 Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014 Bishop Moore High School, Orlando

259 graduates Daniella Carolina DeFreitas TOP HONORS Alphonse Silvestri Keronhica Prisca Desir Natasha V. Simas Harold Matthew Acosta Kerdesha Allucia Desir Andrew Martin Sipp Maria Claudia Adair Isabella Marie Diaz Ricardo Manuel Sisinni Ashley Auris Almanzar Hilario Stephanie Ann DiProspero Lindsey Catherine Skipper Christian Lee Alvarado Kyle Ryan Distler Tucker Joseph Smith Gabriel Alexander Alvarez- Jacobs Austin Walsh DiVito Joshua Guadalupe Smith Nicholas Joseph Angelastro Mark Alan Dodane Dual Thomas South Frank Dylan Anseaume MaryAnn Dool Matthew Augustine Stanton Blake Adam Arnold Kenneth Edward duBourg Richard Adam Stawara Valedictorian Salutatorian Andrea M. Arredondo Michelle Venezia Esposito Cesar Enrique Gabrielle Alexandra Harry Emerson Stecher Geraldo Enrique Aviles Charles William Evers IV Sabogal Talavera-Arroyo Shandy Joseph Sulen Gabrielle Monique Baco Vincent Paul Falbo Gabrielle Alexandra Talavera- Erin Elizabeth Johnson Charles Thomas Moran Arroyo Alexander Robert Barrett Dinah Frances Farrell Kelly Marie Jones Deven Jahred Morone Lindsey Jane Tangeman Lauren Roberta Beato Andrea Carolina Faverio Sarah Margaret Joyce Morgan Ashley Mylod Erik Rafael Tastepe Mark Joseph Behler Zachary Thomas Felsberg Katherine Kendall Kennedy Kim-Ngan Nguyen Rebecca Maria Tessitore Jonathan Joseph Belinski Kierstin Marie Fenimore Jamie Alonzo Keys Jr. Ana Gabriela Ortez Joseph Ryan Then Miles Alexander Bennett Alessandra Elisabetta Ferrero Karen Elizabeth Jo Kirchof Valentina Osorio Romero Ian E. Thomas Patrick Crowley Bennett Claire Louise Ferry Kelly Elizabeth Klein Theresa Ann Pagane Gillian Elizabeth Thomson Matthew Raymond Biber William Henry Fink III Robert Caparaz Knapp Alexander Stevens Page Lillian Grace Thorne Jaclyn Marie Bigbie Daniel Alberto Flores Ryan Austin Knipe Huggnie Pamphile Andrew Delvin Thomas Nicholas David Boehm Emily Amyot Frese Threlkeld Gianna Marie LaManna Thomas Salvatore Pannullo Kaitlyn Alexandra Booth Olivia Leigh Friloux John Michael Timmel Victoria Alexa Laureano Gabriela Sarmento Passos Thomas Michael Brady III Julia Marie Froehlich Lauren Rhenee Tolan James Kirk Lawton III Rachel Diana Payne Payton Matthew Bragg Colleen Catherine Rose Fussell Sean Patrick Toor Truc Thanh Le Aaron Raymond Peabody Margaret Daly Branham Courtney Siobhan Madison Anna Elizabeth Tricoli Garbett Audrey Marie Lesczynski Stephen Alexander Peppy Ethan Joseph Brennan Laurence Valerie Tristant Matthew Thomas Garcia Connor John Linden Valerie Perez-Poveda Meredith McIntyre Brice Catherine Truong Juanita Garcia Gutierrez Collin Michael Linden Lauren Elise Picard Zachary Joseph Briones Nicolas Michael Tyjeski Adrian Alejandro Garcia Nicole Elizabeth Little Bianca Sarmento Pinto Alexander Taylor Brunache Alexander Uribe Brian Adrian Garnica Teran Alexander Omar Lopez Emily Marie Piriz Louis Victor Bruno Jorge Antonio Urquiola Anna Rachel Gerber Rainamei Arellano Luna Matthew Louis Powers Anna Nicole Burbank Maria P. Useche Hadley Nicole Gifford Connor James Lynch Dominic Alan Provost Christina Ashlyn Burruezo Serina Ryan Valdes Hazel Sabino Go Tabitha Eve Mahoney Sabrina Marie Quintana Justin Kyle Burt Sarieni Jeannette Vasquez Beau Henry Goergen Alexa Marcela Malpartida Michael Denis Reen Patrick Brenden Butts Monica Elena Vazquez Nicholas Gonzales-Portillo Christopher Michael Mandras Matthew Edward Reen Arielle Cabrera Zachary Edward Veliz James Austin Goyer Patrick Romeo Maniego Cesar Antonio Reyes Ryan Christopher Calhoun Nicole Christine Vella Alexis Maria Grana Isabel Maria Marcano Claudia Margarita Reyes Pauline Anne Inocian Callejas Justin Alexander Venturelli Kensha Dorneval Grandoit Vincent Martinez Brett Thomas Richardson Mark Richard Cardegnio Jr. Evelyn Maria Veras Brianna Delaney Greene Carlos Felipe Marulanda Zachary Thomas Richardson Rachel Noelle Catan Kristelle Stephy Verneret Sierra Sorrell Griffin Cameron Graham Mauchin Gabriel Blas Rivera Christopher Connor Cathcart Thomas John Villarroel Ryan A. Gruszczyk Oscar Ignacio Mazzei Carol-Anne Veronica Madeline Paige Chase Rodrigues Tori Anne Vining David Guzman Giovanni Jean-Pierre Tiffany Sarah Chater Saphyra Francester Vital Grace Ann Hanvey McCreath Alejandra Maria Rodriguez Francesca Maria Chavez Mark Joseph Voitik II Angela Marie Haramboure Christopher Mark McDonough Marleny Marie Rodriguez Lindsay Meredith Christie Courtney Lynn Wages Patrick Amine Harb Charlie Very McKnight Nicolas Edward Rogner Evanne Aubrey Christoff Nicholas Tyler Wall Jackson Edward Harris Patrick Eugene McMahan Julia Dee Ruiz Christian Evan Ong Chua Lexie Rae Waterman Fiona Devlin Harvey Rylie Skye McPherson Zoie Kimberly Russo Brianna Paige Civiero Taylor Ann Weir Kathryn Teal Hawkins Jose Ignacio Melich Lampo Andrew Paul Saab Christopher Michael Claude Jr. Matthew Steven Menezes Cesar Enrique Sabogal Christopher Thomas Albert Brian Thomas Hayes Weising Conor Brohnan Coogan Daniel Carl Metzger Morgan Rae Salerno Joshua Joseph Helwig Richard Bradley Williams Thomas Ryan Costa Lauren Alexandria Micalizio Matthew Thomas Salmon Jazmine Dinorah Hernandez Alexa Delaney Williams Nicholas Newell Cross David Joseph Mihu Donatas Paul Sandargas Jr. Colby MacFarlane Hickman Conor Briquillo Willis Andrew Reece Cushen Madison Patricia Monroe Tiffany Kirstine Sciortino Richard Harold Hiers Lauren Ashley Wilson Maria Cristina Dager Carlesso Alexandra Grace Monserez Michelle Diane Scott Michael Gregory Higgins Emily Rose Wuenschell Blake Robert Dallas Laura Marie Montoya Bryan Michael Serrao Patrick Timothy Higgins Claire Elaine Zak Brooke Lindsey Danaher Sebastian Montoya David Logan Shafer Rebekah Lee Hinz Meghan Louise Zwicker Brooke Elizabeth Davis Daniel Robert Holcomb Ethan Joshua Montz Aidan Joseph Shaughnessy Celeste Crystal De Jesus-Trieu Gianna Lenore Ippolito Gunnar Mackenzie Moore Neill Kaipo Shikada June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic graduation 2014 14 Father Lopez High School, Daytona Beach TOP HONORS 70 graduates Benjamin James Marello Mary Victoria Perry Spencer Dean Maugeri Pan Ruixin Jasmine Pearl Alson Alan Jonathan McFarland Talon Les Reeder Ida Sisko Lovisa Angelma Sam Alan McIntire Ren Zijian Kaitlyn Shaye Azar Alexis Nicole McMullin Marissa Luz Rodriguez Katherine Sarah Biggs Meng Chenyang Nicholas Alexander Rowe Rebecca Alexandra Blais Miao Wei Cristina Ariel Roy Joseph Boden Andrew James Miceli David Phillip Santa Maria Justin Paul Bryant Alexandra Rae Miles Nicholas Joseph Santoyo Jackson Thomas Bush Joseph S. Mortensen Alanna Anne Schatz Valedictorian Salutatorian Chen Guan Madeline Louise Musante She Meng Jason West Sidney Jackson David Crespo III Brieanna Dominique Joely Brooke Sierra Shroyer Napolitano Olivia Ann Del Guercio Gabriel Kevin Silveira Isabella Valentina Amethyst Jeffrey Gerard Waddick Jr. Zachary Lee Wilson Andrew James Elder Nicholas Michael Spadea Napolitano Wang Jinchu Xu Chengfeng Adam Davis Farmer ShaDeja Rayana Stewart William Thomas Oglesby Wang Junmusha Zhang Mingxin Louis John Ferris III Valerie Pauline Villafañe- Spenser Patrick O’Hair Jason Paul West Zhang Nan Lauren Nicole Freeborn Mercado Benjamin Charles Ginsberg Sarah Katherine Hollmann Jordan Rae Hopkins Haillee Lizzette Elizabeth Howell Alyssa Marie Husbands Sidney Marie Jackson Ashnel Dorey Jean-Mary Kathryn Nicole Kehr Kevin Patrick Spilman Kelly Brantley Egan Lansberry Tiffany Lianna Laserna Alexandria Jayne Leek Amy Lynne Leslie Long Yun Ma Shaohuan Prayers and best wishes Ma Shaoshu for the Class of 2014

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ApplicAnts shoulD hAve 31798-0606 FATHER LOPEZ A college Degree AnD A heArt for serving. CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Visit us at A Valued Education…………….Since 1959 31800-0606 thefloridacatholic.org 31785-0606 3918 LPGA Blvd. • Daytona Beach, Fla. • 386-253-5213 15 graduation 2014 Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014 santa Fe Catholic High school, lakeland 51 graduates Chelsea DeMoya Kayla Noel TOP HONORS Kevin Diaz Patricia Norman Connor Alkass Jessica Everhart Lexus Nunnery Diego Alvarez Samantha Finley Jeffrey Pareja Gerardo Atanes Kelsey Gangwer Raeanne Parks Jonathan Barrios Andrea Garcia Juan Rangel Austin Beaver Eduardo Gonzalez Andre Revaz David Breyer Dalton Greenhow Elizabeth Reyes-Soto Hannah Brock Nicholas Kedzuf Veronica Rodriguez Jacob Brown Christina Kronz Joseph Sims Leeandra Buttry Gabriela Larrea Zachary Sincage Valedictorian Salutatorian Gianni Carbone Justin Lucas Howard Smith Nicholas Kedzuf Gabriela Larrea Sabrina Ceniza Nicholas Martinez Austin Stark Lauren Cleveland Keara McGirr Connor Swallow George Waller Zhi Qiu Ye Cassidy Clinger Jordan Montero Gabriel Torre-Zendejas Jingxin Wang Duo Zhang Michael DeAngelis Lauren Mulligan Ross Villarreal Tao Wu Melbourne Central Catholic High school

112 graduates 14 GRADUATES ACHIEVE SUMMA CUM LAUDE HIGHEST HONORS

Gordon Jan Allen Alexander William Amenta Christian Nicholas Andrews Grace Marlene Arroyo-Soto Daniel Patrick Avalos Thomas Martin Avalos Yumeng Bai Brady William Baldree Courtney Nicole Barnard SeoYun Chang Meriel Engrand Tristen Kahn Stefan Lee Yueli Liang Yafei Lou Phillip McKegg Juwan LaMar Bennett Lauren Elizabeth Borell Celeste Elizabeth Borger John Marshall Cairns John Christopher Capra Jr Vincent James Capra III Rachel Victoria Carroll Cole Michael Cary SeoYun Chang Vaughne Marie Chavez-Gray Brianna Mills Adeline Morgan Xiaotong Ou Catherine Plante Rachel Vivino Erica Weber Ryan Zinone Kun Chen Zhonghao Chen Devin Marquel Glass James Michael Magill III Tre Christopher Rivamonte Rachel Camilla Vivino Holli Marie Couch Paul Tadeusz Gleich Miranda F Maliszewski Amber Marie Robinson Emily Sarah Vozzella Megan Rose Couch Cameron Haywood Gordon Sarah Emily Martinez Paige Austin Roe Matthew Patrick Walsh Christian Robert Craft Ziyu Gu Phillip Campbell McKegg Sandra Sabin Yi Wang Nicholas Eric Crepeau Gefan Guan Brianna Marie Mills Chase Carl Santiago Erica Leigh Weber Jacob Allen Davidson Cordell Luthy Hill Adeline Patricia Morgan Christa Marie Santiago Gabrielle Marie Wienckoski Nika Marie de Vries Xin Huang Xiaotong Ou Ethan Hunt Self Garrett Lamar Wilkerson Anthony Louis DeMore Yi Hua Huang Christopher David Palmer Chelsie Nicole Simard Christopher Thomas Meriel Caroline Engrand Angelica Joy Humphreys Alyssa Nicole Palsis Jordan David Simon Wilkinson Kelsey Ann Faherty Zhen Jiang Joshua Daniel Paul Rebecca Davis Sorensen Kunjiang Wu Tiffani Kristina Famighetti Tristen M. Kahn Manuel Enrique Perez-Mena Xuhui Sun Elizabeth Grace Wyatt Immanuel Dyer Ferron Nealy Beth Kehres Katarina Joy Pittenger Alaina Morgan Tenewitz Linjiang Xie Olivia Frances Figura Alec Juwan LaFlore Catherine Anne Plante Pasqualino Troisi XinYu Yang Zachary Joseph Fleis Benjamin James Laird Alexander Eduardo Ponce Steven Daniel VanGaasbeck Yange Yang Michael Tyler Freeman Summer Morgan Landolfi Nengjie Qu Christian Javier Vargas David C Yona Riley Alan Fuller Stefan Nathaniel Lee John William Reese Natalia Maia Vendrasco Keyon M Zakeri Sean Michael Gaffney Yueli Liang Lu Rong Ren Shelby Adelaide Vilardebo Qingying Zhou Haley Nicole Gaume Yafei Lou Kenneth Morgan Rhodes Christianna Noelle Vinton- Ryan Gerard Zinone Alexandra Nicola Genna Dylan Matthew Lowdermilk Michael Christopher Richards Carree June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic graduation 2014 16

Indian River Palm Beach diocese County Okeechobee School listings County St. Lucie John Carroll High, County Fort Pierce

Cardinal Newman, 18 • John Carroll, 16 • Pope John Paul II, 17 Martin County

John Carroll High school, Cardinal Newman High, West Palm Beach

Fort Pierce Palm Beach County 108 graduates TOP HONORS Pope John Paul II High, Boca Raton Thomas George Ageeb Rebecca Alcindor Leo John Louis Ambrogi III Sophia Marie Angelos Monica Alexis Arbona Jordan Ivan Arill Joshua Humberto Ayala Ana M. Barros Valedictorian Salutatorian Melisa Marie Becerra John Taylor John Patrick Ryan Alexander Bedford Tompkins McGarry Andrew Blair

Rhiannon Bernadette Boyce Zachary Adam Krause Brandi Lynn Roach Whittnie Joy Burchill Diana Catherine Lanza Kierstin Elizabeth Rondeau Mark Thomas Burns Edward Austin Laszewicki Alec Hayden Rothman Tess Jamie Burns Maxwell Thomas Leu Clare Elizabeth Santangelo Elaine Catherine Busby Charles James Link Anjanee Deoshana Sawh Leonardo Wissenbach Nicole Lynn Linsenbigler Lan Shen (Lance) Bustamante Noely Andrea Luna Meaghan Elizabeth Sherer Matthew Benjamin Carr Constance Deborah Madden Zili Shi (Cathy) Congratulations Matthew Michael Celidonio John Patrick McGarry Andrew Robert Smith Michael Louis Conger Michael Joseph McPherson Brianna Noelle Smith Daniel Howard Culumber Zara Josephine McQuaid Emily Margaret Stapleton to the Joseph Francis DeMello Lyndsay Payton Marone Hunter Lewis Sullivan Yuze Dong (Derek) Vicente Alejandro Mejia- Joshua Edward Szymczyk Patrick Francis Ehrenfeld Cantero Amy Elizabeth Terpening Class of 2014 Michael Anthony Ensmann Class of 2012 Jeremy Miret Yoshiko Tanaka (Honey) Iniko Michael Eplin Hannah Elizabeth Mizialko Edwin Ja’Shard Thomas Jacob Daniel Field Connor Patrick Molloy John Taylor Tompkins Conor Patrick Flaherty Travis Scott Nall Matthew Carrell Corpus Utter Trevor Ryan Frederick Trenton Scott Nall Matthew Francis Vigilio Katherine May George Vincent Nguyen Blaze Jordan Walsh Gregory McKinley Green Melissa Ann Nicol Hanoran Wang (Custer) Rachel Leigh Gross Dakota Andrew Noll Amy Louise Warner Charles Jacob Guettler Savannah Jeanne Northup Hayley Rose Weston Elizabeth Kathryn Guettler Marian Oliva-Gonzalez Dwayne Eric Whipple II Keith George Guettler Anthony Michael Palmeri Emily Marie Whitty Deanna Marie Hager Joshua Pantaleon Nicholas Patrick Woodward Pierce Brandon Halleran Andrew Joseph Percoco Yuexi Yang (Larry) John Paul Costa Higgins Evan Michael Percoco 3402 Delaware Ave Tanglong Yuwen (Bill) Marlin Dean Hossler Gage Allen Peters Maria Lucia Zelaya Fort Pierce, FL 34947 Treasure Shacleve Ingram Lovens Pierre-Gilles Han Zhang (Hanson) 772-464-5200 Emily Grace Jackson Aidan Wolf Plummer Jinshuo Zhang (Jeff)

Zeyu Jiang (Landis) Roderick Romeo Reaves www.JohnCarrollHigh.com 31722-0606 Zhilin Zhang (Wilson) Emily Jayne Kirk Lauren Nicole Riley Chenxi Zhao (Sampson) 17 graduation 2014 Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014 Pope John Paul II High school, Boca raton

120 graduates Erin Marie English Marie Luisa Lopez TOP HONORS Erica Lauren Esquivel Matthew Anthony Luzzi Nicholas Max Acosta Stephen August Evanicki Liana Rae Manning Jake Austin Albee Tyler Justin Eve Kenecia Mathis Joana Morais Almeida Stephanie Ferazzoli Liana Rae Manning Alexandra Angulo Esteban Flores Anne Marie McCormack Jared Anthony Arena Maria Jimena Fonseca DeQuan Darnell McGriff Adriana Annunziata Barioli Elizabeth Marilyn Ford John Gerald McMahon Armando Mario Barioli Hunter Leigh Fraser Mayme Elizabeth Mesa Natalia Bianchi-Macaraig Luis Miguel Garbalosa Garrett Patrick Middleton Meredith Rose Black Rachel Goldston Garland Justin Richard Miller Daniela Bocanegra Valedictorian Salutatorian Joseph Thomas Giacomaro Madison Danielle Miller Julia Lewis Jacob Dalton Boyer Esther Ponce de Léon Erin Maria Gildea Ryan Christopher Manley Miller Mary Jane Brinkman Giuseppe Robert Giuffrida Tyler Robert Manley Miller Christopher Bristol John Carroll Gomez Victoria Regina Miller CathyAnne Pierre Louis Seraphin Justin Roland Simms Lauren Elizabeth Browning Nicole Marie Gromann Adrianna Marie Miranda Karis Eyitemi Piltoff Miguel Eduardo Simonson Gianna Maria Cannavale Kasten Taylor Guarnieri Liliana Beatriz Navarro Leah Marie Plofchan Amber Taylor Sipe Kelsey Noel Chaloux Emily Margaret Guinan Callilyn Elizabeth Norton Hunter Paul Polanin Paige Alexandria Stegeman Ariel Nicole Chandler Joseph Peter Guttuso Madison Rae Notoris Gisselle Pombar Nicole Frances Story Shea William Ciarletta Madeline Anne Hall Ann Marie Rose Nusrala Esther Maria Ponce de León Brandon Alexander Suarez Paul Edward Cipolla Jr. Carl Bernard Harrigan Ryan Peter Oliver Sabrina Marie Porcelli Ja’ Vonta Deshard Swinton Andrew William Clum William Jeanlys Abigail Marie O’Malley Kristina Elizabeth Porzenheim Connor James Thornton Scott James Constantine Madison Greer Kerin Jennifer Starr Otto Karissa Raquel Quiles Michael Robert Urso Daniel Vito Depace Neil-Edward Chapin Killian Sofia Tatiana Pack Blake Berrington Rayner Bruna Sobral Vailant Kathleen Josephine Desir Juliet Marie LaRiche Giovanni Joseph Palermo Beeta Rezakhani Jonathan Pierce Vilardi Kali Rae Dionne Kieran Edward Leen Pierce Gary Palma-Zak Leonardo Jose Rodriguez Rebekah Maxwell Wingate Francis Alex Dolce Madison Alexa Levine Ashley Marie Paulino Scott William Schilling Yimu Xu Brendan Alexander Donahue Julia Marie Lewis Richard Earl Perry Jr. Mariah Zoila Schumacher H. Andres Antoine Yunis Thomas Peter Dunne IV Zijian Lin Hayley Nicole Peters Christina Rose Shiver Zhenzhen Zhai Blake Andrew Elordi Zipei Liu Betty Sue Phillips Harry Carmine Shoff Xiaoxuan Zhan 31792-0606 June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic graduation 2014 18 Cardinal Newman High school, West Palm Beach

136 graduates Charles Sherman Gay II TOP HONORS Christopher Michael Gibb George Anthony Abdelahad Alexandra Julia Giuliano Alexa Nina Alerte Alexandra Therese Goffe Riley Marie Anders Alexandria Gabriella Gonzalez Warren Edward Avis III Collin Patrick Grill Zachary Adam Barrett Anthony Charles Gusmano Daniel Monroe Basore Morgan Elizabeth Hadden John Charles Masterson Robert Arthur Beck IV Brianna Lee Hauck Molly Ann McCarthy Jessica Rose Belotti Rekisha Alizé Hayes Alyssa Kathleen McLaughlin Marie-Laurence Manon Jeanna Marie Heater Valedictorian Salutatorian Salutatorian Antoinette Besner Madison Caldwell McLeary Erica Lynn Herbst Charles Sarria Marjorie Isiminger Michael Dulman Carly Anne Blakey Valerie Mentor Steven Allen Holmes Michelle Anne Brown London Elizabeth Mercer Matthew John Hullihan Taylor Lee Burton Peter William Micchelli Fallon Carol Porter Harrison Conrad Slate Georgia Kathleen Hutcheon Amanda Nicole Cairo Ryan Patrick Milano Savannah FaithMarie Redd Harrison Carl Spellman Marjorie Hilliard Isiminger Melissa Marie Conaughty Sasha Marie Motola Jessica Robin René Katherine Lynn Stanford Carabello Christopher Todd Jones Jr. Taylor deLacey Munroe Josue Miguel Reyes Bruce Thomas Steel Alejandra Maria Castiblanco Yasmin Rena Kaytmaz Vernon Lee Norwood IV Thomas Edward Rich Shannon Anabelle Steens Joseph Maurizio Ciminella Sjoerd deJong Kelderman Rebecca Marie Nosacka Dianna Gail Rieser John Martin Stenz Daniel Walker Cole Brittany Nicole Krill Jennifer Blanca Nuñez Kasey Marie Rivero Matthew Nicholas Suarez Frederick Newkirk Cushmore Nicole Lagrotta Sara Helen O’Connell Rachel Kathryn Rockwell Chelsea Rae Surovek III Adam Chandler Lapikas Cory Warren O’Donoghue Nicole Yong Rossi Tyler Joseph Szorosy Francesca Elena Damasceno Darrielle Danae Lathan Gabriela Steese Osborne Julia Madeline Roure Cynthia Vallon Alexander Daniel Diaz Daniel John Lewis Stephanie Maria Osborne Travis Deont’e James Rudolph Zachary Joseph VanBommel Patrick Joseph Dickson Maria Teresa Lopez Daniela Osorio Ashley Rae Ryan Nicholas Andrew Voller Matthew Edward Domenech Christopher Michael Lorenzo Eduardo René Padilla Michelle Montana Ryniak Raj Vijay Vyas Abigail Ann Dorfman Cameron Paul Lorica Arrian Regae Parham Erin Nicole Sachse Allison Marie Wallace Michael Joseph Dulman Christina Lauren Magaña Corey Reed Pearson Isabella Sofia Sanchez Jordan Alexandra Walsh Max Thomas Evans Elisa Magaña Audiffred Shelby Jane Pellett Charles James Sarria Hannah Hilton Warriner Christian Conti Farino Gabriella Martha Malouf Erwin Pierre Stephen Charles David Ervin Wetzel Jasmine Leora Finn McKinley Jayne Marra Schandelmayer Alexa Rae Pontillo Emily Nicole Wikel Patrick Sean Foley Jr. Kyle Benjamin Martin William Earl Schmitt Cameron John Porter Laura Elizabeth Wubker Sofia Serena Scialla Anna-Marie Yeskey Jonathan Christian Sefchick Alyssa Ann Zakala Katherine Ann Serraes Anthony Robert Zaleski Elea Rose Sevrain st Vincent de Paul regional John Paul Alexander Zelazny Sawyer S. Shaw Sijie Zhou Rachel Anne Sherman Oswaldo Zuniga Camron Maxwell Simione seminary, Boynton Beach Matthew Robert Zylis

St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary offers formation for candidates to the priesthood and lay vocations alike. In 2014, the seminary, the only bilingual one in the United States, celebrated its 50th anniversary. On May 8, it celebrated its commencement for Master of Arts in Theological Studies (which included Congratulations seven lay graduates) and Master of Divinity (which included 11 graduates, including 9 men scheduled to be ordained as priests). Below is a listing of the graduates. 2014 graduates! MASTER OF ARTS IN MASTER OF DIVINITY THEOLOGICAL STUDIES Nicholas J. Abate Wishing that brighter opportunities Frank Bandy Deacon Matthew M. Busch come your way and you achieve John P. Bartalini Deacon Jonathan R. Emery John H. Collins success in all of them! Deacon Brian C. Fabiszewski Donald J. DeRenzo Father Wesler Hilaire Peter A. Dionne Deacon Matias A. Hualpa Natalie A. LaFluer

Deacon Vernon W. Knight Jr. 31723-0606 Jacqueline S. Weaver Deacon Stephen X. Olson PK3–Eighth Grade Deacon Ivan M. Rodriguez 4355 S. Olive Ave. • West Palm Beach, FL 33405 Mrs. Katie Kervi, Principal Deacon Fenly Saint Jean Rev. Ducasse Francois, Parochial Administrator Deacon Kyle D. Smith 561-655-1922 • www.saintjuliana.org OPEN HOUSE Monday, Feb. 7 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 9 7 p.m. 19 graduation 2014 Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014

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Lee County Hendry County Bishop Verot, 19 Cardinal Mooney, 20 Bishop Verot High, St. John Neumann, 20 Fort Myers Collier County St. John Neumann High, Naples Bishop Verot High school, Fort Myers

146 graduates Hanna Flaherty 10 GRADUATES ACHIEVE SUMMA CUM LAUDE HIGHEST HONORS Roodly Fleurantin Rebecca Abernethy Beau Fortier Bishop Verot honors students who graduated Summa Cum Laude (GPA of 4.25 and above). Antonia Allan Madison Fry Thomas Anthony Olivia Gadaleta Jared Arnold Yuwen Gao Matthew Atkins Yan Gatskevich Vincent Barraco Erin Gillies John Bates Scott Gislason Danielle Bernardo James Glowacki Erica Bonadies Joseph Glowacki Sarah Bowman John Goldsmith William Braney Leslie Green Holly Branthoover Sarah Bowman Holly Branthoover Ashlyn Brown Megan Burin Cullen Duquette Christian Hammond Colleen Brennan Caroline Hannon Robert Brennan Timothy Haskins Andrew Bretton Alena Hernandez Madison Brod Ismael Hernandez Ashlyn Brown Dakota Herting River Brown Justin Holmes Stephen Brown Nicholas Homolka Megan Burin Linhui Hu Nicholas Carbone Emily Hudson Tara Cardle Nicholas Homolka Paul Niehaus Allison Oliva John Snow David Strang Johnny Hyde Jillian Carioggia Michael Johnsrud Alexander Carpenter Eric Joslin Annette Castaldo Maiya Madden Erica Pica Dominick Stefanacci Farah Kafei Serena Cecere Erika Maribona Antoinette Pietroniro David Strang John Kavanagh Nicholas Cento Morgan McAloose Quentin Powers Katlyn Sullivan Quinn Kavanagh Zachary Chappell Lombardo McLeod Nicholas Reid Grant Suroski Nicholas Kelton Athena Tigani Kenleigh Clark Matthew McMurray Kelly Reynolds Megan Ketcham Samantha Tincher Fridda Crespo Annamaria Medina Paige Ricketts Matthew King Daniel Tufariello Grace Danehy Madison Metzger Gustavo Roman Katie Klein Laura Vanegas Basil Davis Katherine Midgley Peter Routsis Andrew Kollmann Rachel Walsh Seth DeHaven Marina Morningstar Jonas Schlotterbeck Sean Kopper Helen Westlake Emily Delaney Christina Moyer Brock Schoenegge Jessica Kramer Brooke Wilkerson Kathleen Donohue Christine Mulles Gabriella Seoane Pierce LaPrey Lauren Sheeley Evan Williams Chelsey Dorn Paul Niehaus Kevin Leddy Chandler Smith Matthew Williamson Evan Dougherty Matthew Nielsen Chan Lee Zane Smith Courtney Wyatt Brandon Doyle Sarah Norton Haiheng Liang Jamileth Smith-Cedeno Tyler Yergens Richard Doyle Devon O’Grady Gina Liccini John Snow Krista Zelfine Cullen Duquette Allison Oliva John Liptak Guoxuan Song Shanli Zhu Martin Ebenger Jonah Owenby Shuhan Liu Christopher Spiro Caroline Wojtas Alyssa Edwards Jessica Paschitti Joanna Lubin Chase Stancel Katherine Anne Wynekoop Rachel Engelbrecht Jeffrey Passantino Madeline Lukomski Kassidy Stawicki Cody Christopher Zavada Erica Fernandez Lauren Pflieger Zhongxi Zheng June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic graduation 2014 20 st. John Neumann High school, Naples

46 graduates Alexis Nicholle Gray TOP HONORS Rafael Jesus Gutierrez John Macley Augustin Catherine Inez Hackett Zachary Charles Beuttel Michele Philip Harding Roshanda S. Bresier-Pierre Makena Paige Henell Matthew D. Buckley Ashley Gabrielle Herrera Joseph Thomas Cafaro Conner Thomas Heslin Tyler John Carlson Sarah Eleanor Ikard Solomon Chukwuma Jordan L. Carter Obidiegwu Cameron Michael Joyce Jose Angel Castillo Chandler E. O’Brien Katherine Anna Kohrs Joshua Aaron Denison Nikolina Philomena Pastor Kersey Ann Kraemer Valedictorian Salutatorian Salutatorian Tylor Timothy Dimond Liam G. Pembroke Sarah Tenbarge Dylan Sowers Grant Ullrich Sarah J. McCain Alexandra Rose Dise Christopher James Rousseau Constance Josephine Adam George Esquivel McDonald Jacob Nakolo Sanderson David Nunes Simoes Sarah Ellen Tenbarge Sean Patrick Farrell Matthew James McDonough Paola Cristina Santiago Dylan Charles Sowers Olivia Megan Thompson Anthony Angelo Felice Blake Daniel Miles Christopher Armando Santos Mary Therese Stucko Grant William Ullrich Sydney Morgan Ficarra Priscilla Brooke Moffatt Zachary Mason Shaffer Cardinal Mooney High school, sarasota

95 graduates Matthew Ryan Hueston Jasmine Ganiban Rosales TOP HONORS Jacob Andrew Johnson Robert Joseph Rothenbach Jarred Scott Aabel Brooke Taylor Jones Thomas George Ruppeiner Ryan Joseph Anderson Jordan Ashleigh Kerr Jared Christopher Russell Flynn Richard Angley Rebecca Brianne Kothare Savannah Danielle Savadel Alexis Anne Augustyniak Matthew Thomas Koval Lindsay Alexandra Savigne Alexis Leigh Barbour Paiton Glenn Krebs Michael Alan Schaefer Michael Wayne Bello Eric Thomas Kreger Jonah Makana Schopfer Jordan Nicole Bornstein Jessica Noelle Kubiak Alissa Michelle Schweers Alexis Nicole Brown Williams Labrador Stephanie Marie See Anna Elizabeth Brusco Logan Michael LaFave Lauren Elizabeth Seitz Ross Colton Bumgarner Valedictorian Salutatorian Connor William Lange Robert John Shay III Sarah Coffey Savannah Savadel Emily Louise Caldwell Mallory Patricia Lapp Samuel David Stout Rionna Josephine Carabbia Austin Christopher Leach Gabrielle Maryellan Joseph Anthony Carretta II Gabrielle Alyse LoSchiavo Theofanous Kristen Amy Valenti Bradley Christian West Grace Clair Casagrande Patrick Michele Lustro Salvatore Renaldo Trinchetto Andrew Joseph Von Johnn Isabella Marie Williamson Connor Russell Cerrito Natalie Jane Maglich Alexandria Lynn Twigg Grant Warner Wachtel Blake Frederick Young Lily Marie Chapell Cassidy Ann Marryott Sarah Elizabeth Coffey Hannah Elizabeth McDevitt Aristotle Nicholas Contis Samuel Douglas McMullen Ryder Michael D’Amato Anthony John Mercurio- Angela Grace Day Scheip Jessica Marie Deering Samara Elaine Meshad Lauren Nicole DelFabro Rachel Katherine Misch Brooke Elizabeth Devine Gregory Moncayo Tyler James Diffley Drew James Morgan Meghan Joan Donaghy Gillian Mary O’Callaghan Summer Jo Egly Gabriella Andrea Ojeda- Badillo Christopher Charbel Robert Fakhri Alexis Elizabeth Orsini Kelly Frances Firek Elizabeth Panagopoulos Andrew Jacob Stewart Foss DeMardre Patterson Isabella Morgan Gadapee Allen Pacis Pelea Maribel Christina Gomez Joseph Robert Pelletier III Monica Gonzalez Ryan Thomas Pireaux Olivia Marie Grangeon Matthew John Quinlan Angelina Marie Gress Elizabeth Egan Reynolds Matthew Christopher Guerin Carlton Elaine Robinson Clark Garrett Horne John Shields Rodman IV 21 National & International news Florida Catholic June 6-19, 2014 Pope Francis says Holy Land Palestinian, Israeli visit aided Christian unity leaders to pray with

CNA/EWTN News Pope at Vatican June 8 CNA/EWTN News Both presidents accepted the VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis invitation the same day. Peres’ of- on Wednesday said his pilgrimage Vatican City | An encoun- fice stated that “we welcome Pope to the Holy Land fed the desire for ter among Pope Francis, the Pal- Francis’ invitation to the Vatican. Christian unity and he encouraged estinian president, and the Israeli President Peres has supported Catholics to pray that God may help president at the Vatican to pray for and will continue to support all “heal the wounds” that divide the peace in the Holy Land has been avenues to bring about peace.” faithful. set for June 8, the Holy See has an- Pope Francis’ invitation was is- “I give thanks to God. He led me nounced. sued on the second day of his pil- to that blessed land, that has seen “The encounter to pray for grimage to the Holy Land, where the historical presence of Jesus and peace, to which the Holy Father his addresses focused heavily on where events fundamental to Juda- Francis has invited the president the theme of peace. ism, Christianity and Islam took of Israel, Shimon Peres, and of Pal- Speaking to Abbas and other place,” the pope said in St. Peter’s estine, Mahmoud Abbas, will take Palestinian officials that day, he Square May 28. place Sunday, June 8, in the after- lamented the “protracted conflict Speaking to thousands of pil- noon, at the Vatican,” the Holy See which has inflicted many wounds grims gathered for his Wednesday press office announced May 29. so difficult to heal.” general audience, he reflected on “This date has been accepted “For the good of all, there is a his meeting with Orthodox Chris- by both parties.” need to intensify efforts and ini- tian leaders at the Holy Sepulcher in Pope Francis is greeted by pilgrims after arriving to celebrate Mass at At the close of his Mass elebrat- tiatives aimed at creating the con- Jerusalem. Amman International Stadium in Jordan May 24. (AMEL PAIN, EPA | CNS) ed in Bethlehem May 25, Pope ditions for a stable peace based on At the tomb where Jesus Christ’s Francis invited the two leaders justice, on the recognition of the Cardinal Mooney High School, Sarasota body was laid to rest and resurrect- flock; we felt the desire to heal the “This prophetic gesture on the to the Vatican for the meeting: “I rights of every individual, and on ed, he said, “we all felt the bitterness wounds that are still open and to part of the Bishop of Rome and the offer my home in the Vatican as a mutual security,” the pope said. and suffering of the divisions that follow with tenacity the path to full Patriarch of Constantinople con- place for this encounter of prayer.” “The time has come for every- continue to exist between Christ’s communion. stituted a milestone in the arduous “In this, the birthplace of the one to find the courage to be gen- disciples, and this has really done “Once more, like my predeces- but promising path toward unity Prince of Peace I wish to invite erous and creative in the service great harm, harm to the heart.” sors, I ask forgiveness for what we among all Christians, which has you, President Mahmoud Ab- of the common good, the courage Pope Francis described his en- have done to promote that division, taken important steps since then,” bas, together with President Shi- to forge a peace which rests on counter with Orthodox Patriarch and I pray that the Holy Spirit may Pope Francis said. mon Peres, to join me in heartfelt the acknowledgment by all of the Bartholomew of Constantinople as help us to heal the wounds we have He also spoke about efforts to en- prayer to God for the gift of peace.” right of two states to exist and to “the culmination of the visit,” re- inflicted on other brethren,” he con- courage peace in the region. He said He continued, “All of us want live in peace and security within counting their prayers at the Holy tinued. peace is “both a gift from God and a peace. Many people build it day internationally recognized bor- Sepulcher with Greek Orthodox Pa- “We are all brothers in Christ, and commitment for humankind.” by day through small gestures and ders,” he said, adding that peace triarch Theophilos III of Jerusalem, with the Patriarch Bartholomew He voiced “great compassion” for acts; many of them are suffering, “must resolutely be pursued, even the Armenian Apostolic Patriarch we are friends, brothers; we have natives of the Holy Land, saying they yet patiently persevere in their ef- if each side has to make certain Nourhan, archbishops and bishops shared the desire to walk together, have lived in war conditions “for too forts to be peacemakers. sacrifices.” from various churches, and many to do what we are able to do today: long.” He said he had encouraged “All of us — especially those Meeting with Peres May 26, lay faithful. to pray together, to work together for Christians to make gestures of hu- placed at the service of their re- Pope Francis said that “peace- “We are still divided; in that God’s flock, to seek peace and pro- mility, fraternity and reconciliation. spective peoples — have the duty making demands first and fore- place, where the proclamation of tect creation, the many things that “The (Holy) Spirit enables us to to become instruments and ar- most respect for the dignity and the Resurrection resounds, where we have in common.” assume these attitudes in our daily tisans of peace, especially by our freedom of every human person, Jesus gives us life, we are still divid- The pope explained to attend- life, with people of different cultures prayers. Building peace is diffi- which Jews, Christians and Mus- ed,” the pope said. “But above all, in ees at his general audience that the and religions, and to thereby be- cult, but living without peace is a lims alike believe to be created by that celebration so rich in mutual pilgrimage commemorated the come peacemakers,” the pope said. constant torment. The men and God and destined to eternal life. brotherhood, esteem and affection, 50th anniversary of the meeting be- “Peace is crafted day to day, and women of these lands, and of the This shared conviction enables us we strongly heard the voice of the tween Pope Paul VI and Orthodox with an open heart to allow God’s entire world, all of them, ask us resolutely to pursue peaceful so- Risen Good Shepherd who wishes Patriarch Athenagoras of Constan- gift to enter.” n to bring before God their fervent lutions to every controversy and to bring together all his sheep in one tinople. hopes for peace.” conflict.” n

POPE to be treated as “full citizens.” No hints of progress to come. The VATICAN REFORM man who, until just last October, speech could make that point more pope told reporters on the flight During an inflight news confer- served as the Vatican’s highest of- From 1 eloquently than news photos of back to Rome that he and Patri- ence on the way back to Rome, the ficial. Jewish and Muslim political lead- arch Bartholomew discussed pos- pope was asked about reports that military force in Syria, which cul- ers praying for peace, side by side sible collaborative efforts to protect Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone, a former PRIESTLY CELIBACY minated in an unprecedented in the Vatican. the environment. They also talked Vatican secretary of state, mishan- The pope told reporters the prayer vigil for peace that drew about prospects for resolving dif- dled 15 million euros in funds held door is open to allowing more some 100,000 to St. Peter’s Square. ECUMENISM ferences in how the churches set by the Institute for the Works of married priests in the Catholic The U.S., of course, did not strike The original reason for Pope the date of Easter every year. Religion, commonly known as the Church, in the Latin rite as well Syria after all. Francis’ Holy Land trip was a Pope Francis, with his charac- Vatican bank. as the Eastern Catholic churches, Practical results aside, Pope meeting with Ecumenical Patri- teristic frankness, called the latter a Without naming the cardinal, where the practice is already es- Francis’ bold initiatives have arch Bartholomew, to mark the “ridiculous” problem. Yet reconcil- the pope said the matter was “be- tablished. earned him the role of pre-emi- 50th anniversary of a historic en- ing the timing of Christianity’s most ing studied, it’s not clear. Maybe it “Celibacy is not a dogma of faith,” nent voice for peace in the Middle counter between their predeces- sacred feast could have a big impact could be true, but at this moment he said, which should not have sur- East. That distinction could have sors. The earlier meeting led the on ordinary Catholics and Ortho- it’s not definitive.” prised anyone familiar with the more than symbolic importance Catholic and Orthodox churches dox, leading many to view full com- The results of the investigation, Church’s discipline. But he added for local attitudes toward the re- to lift mutual excommunications munion between the churches as if it finds the cardinal at fault, pointedly, “Not being a dogma of gion’s fast-diminishing Christian imposed in 1054 and opened the a more realistic goal. (Catholic and would have implications beyond faith, the door is always open.” minorities. modern period of ecumenical dia- Orthodox leaders in the Holy Land the case itself. Few actions by the Given how controversial this is- During his trip, the pope told logue. already have already begun that pope could do as much to show sue already is in parts of the Catho- Abbas and Peres that Christians Not surprisingly, this year’s process by agreeing that, beginning his seriousness about reforming lic world, the pope’s comment is contribute to the “common good” event did not yield any compara- next year, they will celebrate Easter the Vatican bureaucracy as pub- likely to prompt only more discus- in their countries and deserve ble breakthroughs, but there were on the same date.) licly disciplining or rebuking the sion. n June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic National & InternationaL News 22 Jesuit priest from India kidnapped in Afghanistan

Cindy Wooden Jesuit Father Bishops Conference of India, ap- tion. Catholic News Service Alexis Prem pealed to the Indian government to “The kidnapping follows the Kumar of quickly to seek the Jesuit’s release. thwarted attack (May 23) on the ROME | A Jesuit priest from In- India was Syed Akbaruddin, spokesman Indian consulate in Herat by four dia was kidnapped June 2 as he was kidnapped for the India’s External Affairs armed gunmen who were killed leaving a school serving children June 2 as he Ministry, said via a Twitter post by security guards,” the JRS press who were recently returned to Af- was leaving a that Indian officials in Herat were statement said. ghanistan after living as refugees school serving pursuing the matter with local au- When asked whether the kid- in Iran or Pakistan. children thorities, Asian church news portal napping is linked to recent attacks The Rome headquarters of the recently ucanews.com reported on Indian targets by Taliban forces, Jesuit Refugee Service confirmed returned to No group has yet claimed re- Father Muduvassery said, “We can- that its Afghanistan country di- Afghanistan sponsibility for the abduction, Fa- not speculate on anything.” rector, Jesuit Father Alexis Prem after living ther Muduvassery said. “We have no clue so far regarding Kumar, “was abducted by a group as refugees “We are keeping our fingers the kidnappers as there has been no of unidentified men” as he was in Iran or crossed and very much concerned ransom or other calls,” he added. leaving a JRS-supported school for Pakistan. He about the wellbeing of Father (Prem The JRS statement said no ad- is pictured in returnee refugees in Sohadat vil- Kumar),” he said. ditional comment would be made an undated lage, about 15 miles from the city of photo. Before moving to Afghanistan, until the case is resolved. Herat in western Afghanistan. (photo Father Prem Kumar worked for JRS Jesuit Father Giuseppe Moretti, “We are deeply shocked by courtesy for 12 years, serving Sri Lankan ref- superior of the Jesuit mission in Prem’s abduction. We are in con- JRS) ugees living in the southern Indian Afghanistan, told the Vatican’s Fi- tact with all the relevant authorities state of Tamil Nadu, his home. He des news agency June 3 that “the and doing everything possible to was director of JRS in India from kidnapping of foreigners happens ensure his safe and speedy return,” Father Prem Kumar, 47, who has suit provincial for South Asia, told June 2005 to May 2011 and then frequently throughout the country. said Jesuit Father Peter Balleis, in- worked in Afghanistan since 2011. Catholic News Service June 3 from moved to Afghanistan. We know only that he was taken by ternational director of JRS. “We are worried and concerned his office in New Delhi. JRS works in Kabul, Herat, Bami- armed men; it could have been a Church officials in India ex- about the kidnap of Father Alexis,” Father Joseph Chinnayan, depu- yan and Day Kundi, supporting Taliban faction or common crimi- pressed concern for the safety of Father Edward Muduvassery, Je- ty secretary-general of the Catholic government programs in educa- nals.” n Lawsuit ‘disputes government’s power’ Brazil’s religious lead to require contraceptive coverage trafficking awareness

Matthew Gambino tions of the Affordable Care Act six months, the fines would reach Catholic News Service (ACA) that force religious employers nearly $1 million. during World Cup to provide contraceptive services The potential financial duress PHILADELPHIA | The Archdio- that violate Catholic belief.” would begin soon. The mandate Lise Alves teenagers are involved initially cese of Philadelphia and its Catholic The Philadelphia Archdiocese would normally begin to take effect Catholic News Service for the promotion of the sport but Charities affiliates sued three agen- qualifies as a religious employer so when the health care plan reached are then immersed in networks of cies of the U.S. federal government it enjoys an exemption to provide its renewal date. In the archdio- SAO PAULO | Days from the sexual exploitation.” June 2 seeking relief from the fed- contraceptive services. But Catholic cese’s case, that is July 1. start of the World Cup in Brazil, A week before the start of the eral mandate that most employers Charities, and the 16 social service Joseph J. Sweeney Jr., secretary an interreligious campaign is World Cup tournament, mem- cover contraceptives in their em- and health care agencies that com- for Catholic Human Services and bringing awareness to sexual ex- bers and volunteers were distrib- ployee health plans. prise it, does not qualify. head of Catholic Charities in the ploitation and human trafficking. uting pamphlets at bus stations Under the federal health care “Houses of worship,” including archdiocese, stated in the court fil- Called “Play in Favor of Life -- and airports in an effort to reach law, the Department of Health and churches and dioceses, are exempt, ing that four options are open to the Report Human Trafficking,” the out to visitors arriving in the 12 Human Services issued regulations but religious institutions within a archdiocese, all of which he called campaign was developed by the host cities across Brazil. requiring that employee health diocese, such as schools, universi- “intolerable:” Conference of Religious of Brazil. “We are also present around care coverage include contracep- ties, social service agencies and • “Sponsor a group health plan “The campaign is about pre- tourist spots, such as hotels and tion, sterilization procedures and hospitals are not exempt. that provides coverage for contra- venting the impacts of (sexual tourist attractions,” Sister Manu- potentially abortion-causing drugs, The mandate does not include ceptive services” (in violation of exploitation) before, during and ela said. all of which violate Catholic Church a conscience clause for employ- church teaching). after the World Cup,” said Sister “Our biggest problem has been teaching on the sanctity of human ers who object to such coverage on • “Sponsor a group health plan Manuela Rodriguez, a member of with the cities up in the north- life. moral grounds. that excludes coverage for contra- the Oblate Sisters of the Most Holy eastern region of the country, The suit against HHS and the de- The filing of the archdiocese’s ceptive services but subjects the Redeemer and one of the cam- especially Fortaleza, a known partments of Labor and Treasury, lawsuit “disputes the government’s archdiocese affiliates (the agencies paign coordinators in Sao Paulo. human trafficking route where all of which have issued similar power to order Catholic entities to of Catholic Charities) to onerous More than 30,000 women re- sexual tourism has always been regulations under the Patient Pro- offer or cooperate in such services,” fines.” ligious, nearly 8,000 priests and high,” she said. tection and Affordable Care Act of the statement read. • “Expel the archdiocese affili- about 2,700 religious brothers are Fortaleza is one of the 12 cities 2010, was filed by the law firm Con- There are only two options for ates from the (archdiocese’s health) involved in the effort, according hosting tournament matches. rad O’Brien on behalf of the archdi- Catholic Charities, the archdiocese plan.” to the CRB. The campaign has counted ocese in the U.S. District Court for and other dioceses that have filed • “Do not sponsor a group health Sister Manuela explained that on television coverage and a na- the Eastern District of Pennsylvania similar lawsuits: These Catholic plan at all.” the campaign started in March tional radio station has aired sev- in Philadelphia. organizations can sign a form stat- Sweeney suggested the latter with visits to schools and parishes eral public service spots warning The archdiocese’s suit also ing that a third-party provider will point would be inconsistent with by members of the group who dis- of possible sexual exploitation of named as defendants Kathleen Se- offer the objectionable services, but Catholic teaching on the right of cussed how to recognition people minors during the games. belius, former HHS secretary; La- the organizations will still pay indi- basic health care for its employees. who are victimized by sexual ex- On June 11, a day before the bor Secretary Thomas E. Perez and rectly for services that are contrary “With its lawsuit, the archdio- ploitation. They also discussed kickoff game in Sao Paulo be- Treasury Secretary Jacob “Jack” to Catholic teaching, or they can re- cese becomes the 50th nonprofit way to prevent exploitation of tween Brazil and Croatia, the Bra- Lew. fuse to sign the form and be subject organization — including 17 indi- children and young adults. zilian bishops’ conference along In a statement June 3, the arch- to fines of $100 per each beneficiary vidual dioceses and archdioceses Information from the CRB with other organizations were diocese said its suit was “grounded for each day of noncompliance. — to file suit seeking an injunction indicated sporting events such planning a march in Brasilia to on the Religious Freedom Restora- With 1,600 subscribers in the on the regulations, according to the as the World Cup “end up be- remember the victims of human tion Act and the First Amendment” archdiocesan health care plan, Becket Fund for Religious Liberty, ing occasions for the practice of trafficking and exploitation in an of the Constitution, and it asks the Catholic Charities’ fines would which was not involved in the suit’s this crime” and “in many cases effort to raise awareness of the court “to block enforcement of por- amount to $160,000 per day. 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N ATION while we are hopeful that the regu- to free her from prison, according to tic matters. times die of hunger and war-relat- lations which come out Monday the social communications depart- ed illnesses.” The work of Catholic meet these moral criteria, at the ment of AMECEA, the Association Pope decries charities is “a faithful expression of Parish reaches same time we hope that more ac- of Member Episcopal Conferences ‘globalization of God’s love for his children who find out after ‘horrific tion is also taken at the local, state, in Eastern Africa, based in Nairobi, themselves in situations of oppres- national and international levels as Kenya. Rights groups and Western indifference’ to war sion and anguish,” the pope said. night of violence’ well,” Misleh said in a statement. governments also have condemned “God hears their cries, knows the Archbishop Wenski explained in the sentencing of 27-year-old Ibra- VATICAN CITY | A “globaliza- sufferings and wants to free them.” ISLA VISTA, Calif. | The pas- the letter that the bishops “do not him, who gave birth in late May, tion of indifference” has taken hold tor of St. Mary’s University Parish speak as experts on carbon pollu- the BBC reported. It said she would of too many of the world’s people, Church in CAR in Isla Vista celebrated an evening tion or on the technical remedies be allowed to nurse her baby girl numbing them to the horrifying Mass May 25 for the victims left to address climate change,” but in prison for two years before the reality faced by the people of Syria wants more dead and those injured in a young as pastors in a faith tradition that death penalty is carried out. Her and other innocent victims of war protection man’s killing spree May 23. In a teaches that creation is a gift that 1-year-old son already is in prison and violence around the world, posting on the parish’s website, Fa- must be treated with “respect and with her. Sudanese officials will not Pope Francis said. With the Syrian OXFORD, England | The Cath- ther John Love said, “May God bless gratitude.” allow Ibrahim’s husband, Daniel conflict continuing for more than olic Church in the Central African the deceased with light and peace Wani, a U.S. citizen living in New three years, “there is a risk of be- Republic pleaded for firmer action and bring comfort to their fami- Hampshire, to take custody of their coming used to it” and forgetting by United Nations-backed peace- lies.” Father Love offered the par- WORLD son because, by law, a Christian that people are dying there each keepers after an attack on a Bangui ish church as a crisis center where man cannot raise a Muslim child. day, the pope said May 30 in a mes- church left the parish priest and at people could seek counseling to Archbishop Sudan’s penal code criminalizes sage to participants at a Vatican- least 14 worshipers dead. The at- deal with the tragedy that left six the conversion of Muslims to other hosted meeting for Catholic aid tack on Our Lady of Fatima Church people dead and 13 wounded. Ac- asks Filipinos religions, which is punishable by agencies. The Pontifical Council May 28 took place as worshipers cording to news reports, a 22-year- death. AMECEA’s May 23 statement Cor Unum, which promotes and prayed the rosary for the thousands old identified as Elliot Rodger went to pray rosary said Wani claims his wife is Catho- coordinates Catholic charitable ac- of displaced people who had been on a murderous rampage around MANILA, Philippines | The lic, but the association could not tivity, brought together two dozen sheltering in the parish compound. 9:30 p.m. May 23 in Isla Vista next head of the Catholic Bishops’ Con- confirm this. Catholic relief and development Father Paul-Emile Nzale, 76, was to the campus of the University of ference of the Philippines implored agencies that are working in Syria among those who died. An exact California at Santa Barbara. Police Catholics to pray an “extra rosary” Archbishop says or with Syrian refugees. The meet- count of casualties was unavailable said Rodger later died of an appar- for a three-month period over a ing was designed to help them work because some people were abduct- ent self-inflicted gunshot wound major political scandal that has Africans must do together more efficiently and reach ed by the attackers, officials said. to the head after a shootout with rocked the country for almost a more to protect girls more people in need. Announc- “The international forces already police. Before the shooting, Rodger year. Archbishop Socrates Villegas, ing the meeting, Cor Unum said here, and the reinforcements now stabbed and killed three university conference president, said in a May LUSAKA, Zambia | Lusaka’s that, according to the most recent expected, have been mandated by students with whom he shared an 24 statement that many Filipinos Catholic archbishop said African data, about 160,000 people have U.N. resolutions to disarm uncon- apartment. AP also quoted police have been bothered by the millions nations should do more to protect died since fighting began in Syria ventional militias, using all nec- as saying that Rodger drove from of tax dollars that went to people in girls from oppression and harass- in March 2011, some 6 million essary force,” said Msgr. Cyriaque one location to another location, “whom they have entrusted the care ment. Laws need to be put in place people are displaced within Syria Gbate Doumalo, secretary-general shooting people at random and ex- of governance of our country.” Sev- to ensure that African girls are safe- and more than 2 million Syrians of the Catholic bishops’ conference. changing gunfire with law enforce- eral lawmakers were implicated in guarded from useless, abusive and have fled the country, most finding “But they’ve shown a lack of concern ment before crashing his car. Rod- a $229 million “pork barrel scam,” oppressive traditional practices, refuge in Jordan, Turkey and Leba- and we don’t understand the game ger reportedly had more than 400 now under investigation by the ex- Archbishop Telesphore Mpundu non. In his message to the Catholic they’re playing,” he told Catho- rounds of unspent ammunition in ecutive and legislative branches of said in late May at a Mass for the charities, Pope Francis expressed lic News Service May 30. “African his vehicle. the Philippine government. State Little Servants of Mary Immacu- his “great sadness” that the Syrian troops were deployed near this par- witnesses said Janet Lim Napoles, late. “As a Church, we want to see conflict continues, creating “un- ish, and yet they allowed this hor- EPA urged to a Manila-area businesswoman, the African girl child well-pro- speakable suffering and thousands rific act to take place. If they’re not created bogus nongovernmental tected and respected right from of refugees, including the elderly protecting the civilian population, protect people’s agricultural agencies that received the word go” the archbishop said. and children, who suffer and some- what’s the sense of their presence?” welfare lawmakers’ special earmarks. The He said African Catholic leaders money was allegedly channeled would intensify a campaign to en- WASHINGTON | Citing concern back to those lawmakers with a sure girls also have the same op- PRIESTS,DEACONS, that power plants are a major con- commission for Napoles. 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#9703-11 Florida Catholic 2 Cols. (3.875”) x 5.25” Full Run (Orlando, Palm Beach, Venice) + Miami June 6-19, 2014 Florida Catholic Scripture and Sunday Word 24 Scripture readings The Holy Spirit can do amazing things Sunday, June 8 Friday, June 6 Friday, June 13 Thursday, June 19 Holy Spirit, like your cellphone, it. You do not get charged up. Pentecost Acts 25:13b-21; Ps St. Anthony of Padua, Sir 48:1-14; Ps 97:1-7; can do amazing things. One time, my cellphone could Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104:1, 24, 29-31, 34; 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20b; priest and doctor of the Mt 6:7-15 The Holy Spirit definitely has not hold a charge. I plugged it 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13; Jn 20:19-23 Jn 21:15-19 Church power. Through him, all of cre- in the charger overnight. Un- ation came into existence. On plugged, it was dead within min- 1 Kgs 19:9a, 11-16; Friday, June 20 You may ask yourself, does a Easter Sunday, the Spirit raised utes. The cellphone needed a Saturday, June 7 Ps 27:7-9c, 13-14; 2 Kgs 11:1-4, 9-18, 20; Mt 5:27-32 flush beat a full house? Not want- Jesus from the dead and, at Pen- new battery Acts 28:16-20, 30-31; Ps Ps 132:11-14, 17-18; ing to give away your hand to the tecost, gave birth to the Church. Maybe your spiritual battery is 11:4-5, 7; Mt 6:19-23 Saturday, June 14 other players at the table, you can The Holy Spirit gives new birth dead. The best spiritual battery Jn 21:20-25 quietly consult your cellphone. through the waters of baptism. renewal that I know is a retreat. 1 Kgs 19:19-21; Ps 16:1- Saturday, June 21 At a First Commu- He makes bread and Taking a weekend retreat is like Sunday, June 8 2a, 5, 7-10; St. Aloysius Gonzaga, nion party, Edgar looked wine into the body and a vacation with the Holy Spirit. Pentecost Mt 5:33-37 religious handsome in his little blood of Christ. He for- You get away from the distrac- Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104:1, 24, 2 Chr 24:17-15; Ps 89:4- dark blue suit. Relatives gives sins. tions (and cellphones). You plug 29-31, 34; 1 Cor 12:3b-7, Sunday, June 15 5, 29-34; Mt 6:24-34 like paparazzi swarmed Through baptism and into the Lord. You come back full 12-13; Jn 20:19-23 Solemnity of the Most him. They took pictures confirmation, we have of life and power. Holy Trinity Sunday, June 22 with their phones and received the Holy Spirit. There is one more thing that a Monday, June 9 Ex 34:4b-6, 8-9; (Ps) Dn Solemnity of the Most immediately posted the Yet sometimes we don’t cellphone can do. It can save the 1 Kgs 17:1-6; Ps 121:1bc- 3:52-55; 2 Cor 13:11-13; Holy Body and Blood of photos on Facebook. live in the power of the life of a friend. A young woman, 8; Mt 5:1-12 Jn 3:16-18 Christ (Corpus Christi) Friends went on a Spirit. What’s missing? Isabella, called the police. Her cruise to Alaska for their Sunday If your phone is not boyfriend had taken meth and Dt 8:2-3, 14b-16a; Word Tuesday, June 10 Monday, June 16 Ps 147:12-15, 19-20; 25th wedding anniver- charged, it won’t work. wandered into the woods. She 1 Kgs 21:1-16; Ps 5:2-3b, 1 Cor 10:16-17; sary. They came back Father A cellphone is useless was afraid for him. The police did 1 Kgs 17:7-16; Ps 4:2-5, on a red-eye flight from unless it is charged up. not know where to look for him. 7b-8; Mt 5:13-16 4b-7; Mt 5:38-42 Jn 6:51-58 Seattle. To know if their David How often do you have Isabella remembered that her plane was on time, I to charge up your cell- boyfriend had his cellphone with Wednesday, June 11 Tuesday, June 17 Scotchie checked the arrival time phone? I plug mine in him. Using an app, she tracked St. Barnabas, Apostle 1 Kgs 21:17-29; Ps 51:3- on my cellphone. Thanks every night. In my car I her boyfriend. The police found 6b, 11, 16; Mt 5:43-48 Acts 11:21b-26; 13:1-3; to my cellphone, I was waiting at have a cellphone charger. him passed out face down and Ps 98:1-6; Mt 5:17-19 the curb when they walked out of How often do you plug into the drowning in a retention pond. Wednesday, June 18 the airport. Holy Spirit? No wonder the Spirit His phone had saved his life. Thursday, June 12 2 Kgs 2:1, 6-14; Your cellphone can do amaz- does not always work! You are The Holy Spirit can save your Ps 31:20-21, 24; 1 Kgs 18:41-46; Ps 65:10- ing things. It is a powerful in- carrying around a spiritual cell- life. It raised Jesus from the dead. Mt 6:1-6, 16-18 13; Mt 5:20-26 strument. Last but not least, your phone that needs charging. It can raise you up to life. There’s cellphone can call people. The The best and fastest charge an app for that. The Holy Spirit. most basic feature of a cellphone is the Mass. Listening to God’s To take to prayer: “Come Holy is to connect you to someone word and receiving the Eucharist Spirit, fill the hearts of your faith- else. charges up the Spirit. Maybe you ful and kindle in them the fire of I would like to suggest that the go to Mass and get nothing out of your love.” n Lowest Prices & Unmatched Value - Guaranteed! Hawaii Four-Island Tour P e r f e c t C l i m a t e & B r e a t h t a k i n g S c e n e r y Life is better together self,” despite our most altruistic Hosted by Monsignor Kenneth C. Steffen, PH, KHS, DMIN., MA, MDiv., JCL Sunday, June 15 have in common? They share resolutions, becomes, “Love my- * The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity one principle. The principle is, self and if there is anything left 13 Days from $1949 Ex 34:4b-6, 8-9; (Ps) Dn 3:52-55; “Life is better together.” over and not too inconvenient Departs February 4, 2015. 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