Sooner Catholic soonercatholic.org May 9, 2021 archokc.org Go Make Disciples “Mom’s Catholic faith is such an inspiration”

Mother’s Day is May 9

By Charles Albert Collean Frederickson - Ada these will help you through The Sooner Catholic Collean Frederickson mar- life’s challenges and there will ried Fred and they had seven be many.” children. Frederickson grew She and her husband re- ary, the Blessed up in Nebraska. After working cently celebrated 62 years of Mother, resided several years in elementary marriage and have been bless- in many locations M education, she and her family ed with 12 grandchildren, 16 with the Holy Family. From left Nebraska for ranch life in great-grandchildren and one the birth in Bethlehem, the Wisconsin, Arizona and New great-great grandchild. Fred- escape to Egypt to the eventu- Mexico before settling on their erickson remains active at al settling in Nazareth, Mary ranch in Oklahoma in 1978. Saint Joseph Catholic Church humbly submitted to God’s Frederickson said she was in Ada. will. The following three moth- influenced by her mother’s “Mom’s Catholic faith is ers did not anticipate moving strong Catholic faith. such an inspiration to me to Oklahoma, but also fol- “My mother’s faith was an and to everyone who knows lowed God’s will from places important part of forming her. Growing up she instilled such as Nebraska, Quebec my faith and devotion to our those strong values in us. I and Honduras to become Blessed Mother. Mom taught have fond memories of pray- great examples of Christian us early on to attend Mass, ing the Rosary as a family, faith to their families, friends receive Holy Communion and and parishes. pray the Rosary. She stressed continued on page 6 Collean Frederickson

Impulse Missionaries invites young adults to one-year mission

By Jolene Schonchin Impulse The Sooner Catholic Missionaries Impulse Missionaries in the Arch- Apply: diocese of Oklahoma City is a new impulsemissionaries.org opportunity for young adults to [email protected] enhance their faith and form their (405) 721-9220 evangelization skills to share the Good News of Jesus Christ with the world. “These young people take a year or more to pray, to serve, to learn and to grow. Part of the goal of Impulse Missionaries is to help train people to live the Christian life for the rest of their lives. The second aim is us- ing it in ministry,” said Joe Cipriano, director of Youth Young Adult and Campus Evangelization and Disci- pleship for the archdiocese. Cipriano explained that part of the history of Impulse Missionar- ies comes from a quote from Pope Impulse Missionary Julia Lopez and Rachel Smith, UCO campus ministry coordina- Francis who said, “I dream of a tor. Photo provided. missionary option that is a mission- ary impulse, capable of transforming tionship with Christ, instead of just that is attractive and spreading the everything.” sitting back and waiting,” Cipriano gospel everywhere is the goal.” “That is part of what we are called said. Impulse missionaries commit to to do in ministry, part of what we are “It is a pretty crucial time in the one year of mission. The mission hoping with Impulse Missionaries is Church, where if we just leave people year begins in June and ends in May that people follow that missionary to the culture, they are not going to of the following year. impulse to go and spread the gos- follow the faith. They need to have a Although the goals of Impulse pel, and go out to the lives of young significant intervention in their faith. people, and invite them into a rela- The art of living the faith in a way continued on page 8 2 May 9, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 9, 2021 3

Put Out Into the Deep Luke 5:4 Find more Mass and Ministry COVID-19 Guidelines news on the The Precepts of the Church: website Archdiocese of Oklahoma City guiding our growth By Sooner Catholic Staff April 28, 2021 Additional coverage of Church and archdiocesan How are we to live? This is the question that We are weak and con- news and events, only on Effective on the Vigil of Pente- ceive a COVID vaccine at this time; 10. Nurseries and cry rooms are 1. Masks are optional; the Church seeks to answer through its moral stantly in need of God’s soonercatholic.org. cost, Saturday, May 22, 2021, all e: Those who are vulnerable due allowed; 2. Parishes can provide an teaching. The Christian moral life often is misun- grace to help us choose remaining precautions related to to age, health or severe anxiety 11. Please consider providing area/section that is socially dis- COVID-19 are removed. about becoming ill; printed bulletins; derstood and frequently presented in a distorted rightly what is truly good a To send photos, event tanced for participants who may Archbishop Paul S. Coakley The changes are in bold. Arch- 2.With the exception of “d,” these 12. Please encourage parishio- manner. for us. information or story ideas, remain vulnerable; Many imagine that it is merely a catalogue of bishop Coakley asks all Catholics dispensations were in place prior ners to stay home if they are ill or To faithfully live the e-mail [email protected]. 3. COVID-19 waivers are not prohibitions or simply abiding by a set of rules, moral life, it is neces- within the Archdiocese of Oklaho- to the pandemic. For questions have symptoms of COVID-19 or required. which are often perceived as arbitrary and bur- ma City to remain charitable and about dispensations to the obliga- other illness; sary that Christians receive regular nourishment a That everyone who has densome. The Church teaches something very respectful of fellow parishioners tion, contact your pastor; 13. Offertory collections are al- from the word of God, from prayer and the grace been baptized and received Receptions and Social Gather- different. The Catechism of the Catholic Church and visitors while maintaining a 3. The provisional mask re- lowed without restrictions; collec- of the sacraments. Since the Church recognizes into the Church this Easter ings teaches us that, “The moral life is spiritual wor- welcoming environment. The arch- quirement is lifted. Face cov- tion drop-off areas can remain; this connection between the moral life and the may grow in the risen life of 1. Larger parish-wide social ship” (CCC 2031). What does this mean? diocese will continue to monitor erings are optional. Please be 14. It is recommended that hand grace flowing from the liturgy as the “source and Christ. We pray to the Lord. gatherings are permitted at full Because of our communion with the Body of COVID-19 and make adjustments courteous and respectful to sanitizer be provided for parish- summit” of the Christian life, the Church propos- capacity; parishes Lord hear our prayer. ioners in pews or at stations near can provide Christ through Baptism, the whole of our life, es specific precepts to aid us. These are known as to the guidelines and precautions fellow parishioners who may or if needed. Thank you for your entry points and exits; an area/section that is socially including our moral life, is linked with our liturgi- the Precepts of the Church. may not choose to wear a mask. patience. Parishioners who are ill or have 15. The chalice may be rein- distanced. Use of outdoor spaces cal offering of the Eucharist. It is what we present The Precepts of the Church have been proposed a family member in their house- stated at parishes by pastors, is encouraged; to God through, with and in Christ. The Church’s as binding on all Catholics since the Middle Ages. Guiding Principles hold who has tested positive but is not required. If the chal- 2. Receptions are allowed; moral teaching enlightens us so that we can Their formulation and number have varied slight- 1.Faith: With parishioners for COVID-19 or other illness ice is offered at a parish, it al- 3. Guests should be encouraged “discern what is the will of God, what is good and ly over the years. The Catechism of the Catholic pleasing and perfect” in his sight (Rm.12:2). The returning to Mass, encourage are exempt from the Sunday ways is optional for Catholics to to eat and drink at tables; Church presents five precepts (CCC 2041-2043). Christian moral life is the way we live God’s loving catechesis and understanding of Mass obligation and should stay receive from the chalice; a. Food service/distribution – it They highlight the link between our moral life plan for us and give him glory. the Real Presence and foster an home; 16. The Sign of Peace may be is preferred to have staff/cater- and the liturgical life. The Precepts of the Church This is not to say that for a Christian there are environment of discipleship and 4. Mass capacity can be in- reinstated. Please be mindful ing employee/volunteer serve as are: no rules, laws or precepts. But, these are given hospitality; creased to 100 percent. Parishes that some parishioners may not opposed to self-serve buffet style 1. You shall attend Mass on Sundays and on to guide us in the way of truth and lead us to the 2. Subsidiarity: In applying these may provide an area/section that want to return to shaking hands. or in common buckets/bowls/ holy days of obligation and rest from servile labor; fullness of life, according to the new law of love. guidelines pastors and their staffs is socially distanced for parishio- platters; 2. You shall confess your sins at least once a We are guided in knowing God’s plan for our are encouraged to adapt them to ners who may remain vulnerable; Communion b. Face coverings optional; happiness and for our salvation through the law year; their unique circumstances and if a socially distanced area is 1. Distribution of communion c. Parishes may provide an area/ 3. You shall receive the sacrament of the Eucha- written in our human nature (natural law) and local conditions; provided, masks are required in must be returned to the traditional section that is socially distanced rist at least during the Easter season; revealed to us in his word. 3. Charity: Everyone is en- these areas; placement during Mass; for participants at parish-spon- 4. You shall observe the days of fasting and ab- While Christ is the Teacher par excellence, he couraged to be charitable and 5. Parishes that live-stream 2. Parishioners are encouraged sored (as opposed to private) re- stinence established by the Church; also has entrusted to his Church the authority to understanding with fellow pa- should consider removing or de- to sanitize their hands before re- ceptions for those who may remain 5. You shall help to provide for the needs of the rishioners. leting the video of the Mass from ceiving communion; teach on matters of faith and morals. Jesus said vulnerable; if a socially distanced Church. Facebook, YouTube, etc., immedi- 3. Priests and extraordinary to his Apostles, “Whoever listens to you listens to area is provided, masks are re- Clearly, these do not present the totality of the Mass ately following Mass to encourage ministers of holy communion me” (Lk.10:16). This authoritative voice of Christ quired in these areas. is heard through the teaching of the pope and Christian life. They are intended to guarantee the 1. The dispensation for attend- in-person participation at Mass; are no longer required to wear necessary minimum in the spirit of prayer, sacra- ing Sunday Mass is lifted, effective 6. Extra sanitizing of church masks, but can continue to wear bishops, successors of Peter and the Apostles, Schools who form the magisterium, or teaching office of mental life and moral commitment to insure our Saturday, April 24, 2021. Those building and furnishings is no lon- masks; 1. All current provisions and the Church. It is the duty of the Church’s magis- growth in the love of God and love of neighbor. dispensed from the Sunday Mass ger required; 4. Priests and extraordinary precautions remain in place for terium (pope and bishops) to preach and teach the They present the “floor” beneath which we dare obligation include: 7. Hymnals can be returned to ministers of holy communion all Catholic schools through the fullness of the faith that we must believe and put not descend if we are to continue moving forward a: Those who are ill or in quar- the pews; are no longer required to sani- end of the school year. into practice in daily life. as disciples in the Christian life. @archokc antine; 8. Choirs and congregational tize their fingers after distribut-

Unfortunately, it is not enough just to know In these upcoming columns, I will write on each b: Those who are caregivers for singing are allowed, masks op- ing communion on the tongue. what is good for us. Experience reminds us that of the Precepts of the Church exploring them in someone who is ill; tional; This document supersedes and Archdiocese of we often fail to do what we know we ought to do. greater depth. c: The homebound; 9. Holy water can be returned to In-Person Faith Formation and replaces earlier documents and Oklahoma City d: Anyone who is unable to re- fonts; Other Ministries guidelines. Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma City Archbishop Coakley’s Calendar Lord, The following events are part of Archbishop Coakley’s official calendar. we remember the mothers Recent statements Excellent progress is being made at who have gone before us. the Blessed Stanley Rother Shrine in May 9 – Confirmation, 9 a.m., Sacred Heart, Alva We remember the mothers Rother shrine update Oklahoma City. The placement of the from Archbishop May 11 – Archdiocesan Finance Council meeting, 2 p.m., Catholic Pastoral Center of Scripture who are part May 11 – Confirmation, 7 p.m., Our Lady of Victory, Purcell of your story. steel is mostly complete, the framing of May 12 – Confirmation, 5:30 p.m., St. Joseph, Hennessey We remember those who the shrine church has started, and the Coakley May 13 – Vocations Board meeting, 8:30 a.m., CPC have not given birth to us, dome is being constructed. Thanks be May 13 – Senior Staff meeting, 10 a.m., CPC but are mothers to us. to God! May 13 – Confirmation for St. Thomas More and St. Joseph, 7 p.m., St. Thomas More, Norman We remember We are actively seeking a religious On the anniversary of the Oklahoma City bombing: May 14 – Confirmation, 7 p.m., Sacred Heart, OKC expectant mothers. order to provide pastoral ministry at “Lord God, we lift our hearts in prayer and remem- May 15 – Confirmation, 10 a.m., St. Wenceslaus, Prague We remember the mothers the shrine. As we conduct this import- brance this day. We praise you for your faithfulness and May 16 – Confirmation, 9 a.m., St. Francis Xavier, Sulphur who have lost children. ant search, we ask that you join us in love. In our darkest hour, you revealed your presence in May 18 – Presbyteral Council meeting, 9:30 a.m., CPC We remember the women prayer that our Lord will provide holy countless ways as ‘Emmanuel,’ ‘God with us.’ You are May 18 – Mass, 11:30 a.m., St. Francis de Sales Chapel, CPC who struggle with fertility. priests for this vital ministry. with us still. ... May 18 – Mount St. Mary Catholic High School Graduation, 7 p.m., MSM Lord, bless all mothers, “The harvest is abundant, but the Lord, you are the God of mercy and compassion. We May 19 – Tax Credit Scholarship Board meeting, 3 p.m., CPC grandmothers, Godmothers, laborers are few; so ask the master of thank you for the gifts of healing so graciously bestowed May 19 – Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School Graduation, 7 p.m., Petusky Fine Arts Auditorium at BMCHS adoptive mothers, aunts, the harvest to send out laborers for his on countless individuals and families in this community. May 20 – Senior Staff meeting, 10 a.m., CPC sisters, women religious and harvest” (Mt. 9:37-38). We thank you for the many signs of recovery and rebirth May 20 – Bl. Stanley Rother Shrine Building Committee meeting, 2 p.m. CPC fathers who take on the role May our Lord bless us with holy min- in this great city. We ask your continued grace to heal May 20 – Confirmation (Year 1), 6 p.m., Holy Spirit, Mustang of mother for their children. isters after his own heart and the hum- those who still suffer and grieve the loss of loved ones or May 22 – Rother Leadership Institute Graduation Mass, 10 a.m., St. Francis de Sales Chapel, CPC Amen. ble heart of Blessed Stanley Rother. other painful losses of health or innocence that day. May 22 – Confirmation, 5 p.m., St. Andrew the Apostle, Moore May 23 – Confirmation, 3 p.m., The Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, OKC continued on page 7 4 May 9, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 9, 2021 5

Catholic schools April 20, 2021 On April 27, Archbishop Coakley blessed and helped to dedicate the new SSM Health Saint Anthony Hospital Midwest in Midwest City. superintendent to Dear fellow Catholic school faculty, staff and families, Photos Diane Clay/Sooner Catholic. ssmhealth.com join The Mount After much prayer and discernment, I have come to the decision to step away from my role as the Superintendent of Catholic Schools for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City at the close of the 2020-2021 school year. Diane Floyd, Ph.D., superintendent of catholic Most Reverend schools for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, has It has been a tremendous honor and privilege to work with so many of you to advance the mission of Catholic schools for these past five years as Superintendent. Paul S. Coakley accepted a position as the director of admissions Archbishop of Oklahoma City I feel privileged to have worked at the archdiocesan level for nine years. I am proud for Mount Saint Mary of the work being done in our schools, especially the extraordinary effort of the past Publisher Catholic High School year, and I know we will continue to be successful for many years to come thanks to in Oklahoma City. our incredible Catholic school leaders and educators. I am thankful to have had the Diane Clay She begins her new opportunity to serve in Catholic education in this unique way. Editor position this summer after spending nine Please know this was not an easy decision. It took much prayer and consideration years in the archdioc- with my family, but I am confident that this move is where I am called to be at this Dana Attocknie esan Catholic Schools time and in the best interest of my family. Managing Editor Office, five as superin- Through this time of prayer and discernment, I was hopeful that I would still be tendent. able to serve our schools in some capacity. I am committed to the mission of Cath- “I am thankful for Volume 43, Number 9 olic education and I feel fortunate that God has put before me a new, but familiar the dedication and path. I am happy to share that I will be joining the Mount Saint Mary Catholic High tireless work of Dr. School community as the Director of Admissions. I look forward to serving in this Sooner Catholic Newspaper Floyd over the past capacity and continuing in our shared mission to “Go Make Disciples!” 7501 Northwest Expressway nine years at the chancery and through- I will continue to pray for all of you and celebrate the inevitable success of our Oklahoma City, OK 73132 out this past year Catholic schools. I ask you to keep me, my family, the archdiocesan Catholic Schools (405) 721-1810 during the pandemic. Diane Floyd Office and our Catholic school professionals in your prayers as well. Fax: (405) 721-5210 Her leadership and In Christ, E-mail: [email protected] commitment to Cath- Mailing Address: olic education allowed our schools to remain open P.O. Box 32180 and our students to continue to receive a quality Oklahoma City, OK 73123 faith-based Catholic education. She will be a won- derful addition to Mount Saint Mary’s Catholic High School, and I will continue to pray for her success Visit us online at Diane Floyd, Ed.D. as she jumps back into her calling to serve students Superintendent of Catholic Schools soonercatholic.org From the Archives … and families at the high school level. She will be Archdiocese of Oklahoma City A photo series from George Rigazzi, archdiocesan archivist missed,” Archbishop Coakley said. Visit the archdiocesan website at archokc.org he Church of Saint Bene- that there were three nickels in dict in Shawnee was the collection box. He then invit- The Sooner Catholic founded by the remark- ed the people who contributed Vietnam era veterans recognized (USPS 066-910) is published T able Father Felix De Grasse, a them to come and get them.” biweekly except for once in Benedictine whose exploits have By 1905, a new church was Catholic War Veterans Memorial Post #168 for service. They were given a special lapel pin vets who served on active duty from Nov. 1, January and July by the been documented in an earlier needed to meet the rapid ex- recognized Vietnam veterans during a cere- and a pin representing the branch of service in 1955, to May 15, 1975, regardless of location Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. “From the Archives.” pansion of the city. The present mony April 14 at the Dignity Memorial Family which they served. Thomas was pinned by his can be awarded a lapel pin. Pins are provid- Braving the complexities of property was purchased, and the Reception Center in Del City. wife Carol and Hayes was pinned by his wife ed by the U.S. Vietnam War Commemoration travel, Father Felix started this The newspaper is not responsible new brick structure was com- Non-post members recognized were Gilbert Bernadette. Commission. community in July of 1895, pleted and dedicated in 1907 for unsolicited material. Gibson, Jess Thomas and John P. Hayes. Post An additional ceremony will be held May 12 Contact Ronald Sandhop at resandhop@ attempting to gather Catho- and still serves the people of member Bobbie L. Dean also was recognized at the Catholic War Veteran’s meeting. All U.S. gmail.com or (405) 640-0450. Copyright © 2021 Sooner Catholic lics in the area meeting first in Shawnee. parishioners’ homes and later In 1910, the Shawnee Cham- Subscription rate: $25 per year at Welch’s Feedstore. In August ber of Commerce, in its effort for all who are not members of the of 1895, Bishop Meerschaert to bring higher education to officially established the church. Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. guarantee continued growth, Purchasing a plot at 9th and offered land to both the Benedic- St. Benedict Catholic Church, Periodical postage paid at Park Street, construction of the tines and the Baptists. On the Shawnee Oklahoma City, OK 73125. first church began. The school outskirts of the young city, the was opened in October 1896, Catholic University of Oklahoma In 1955, the Southwest Couri- POSTMASTER: Send address under the direction of the Mercy (later Saint Gregory’s Universi- er (the forerunner of the Sooner changes to the Sooner Catholic, Sisters. ty) opened in 1915 and Okla- Catholic), said it best: “In review- Another significant event that P.O. Box 32180, Oklahoma City, homa Baptist University came ing the history of Saint Bene- contributed to the growth of OK 73123. to be. This would precipitate dict’s parish to the present time, the town was the coming of the the Benedictine community at and the great progress that has Choctaw, Oklahoma and Gulf Sacred Heart’s move to Shawnee been achieved under its many Railroad (later the Rock Island). in 1929. able and saintly pastors, whose In July of 1895. The entire In 1951, the world-famous ath- lives of sacrifice and dedication complexion of the town changed lete Jim Thorpe was buried from have inspired the members of as travel to and from became a Saint Benedict as he had briefly their flock, it is not presump- possibility. attended Sacred Heart Catholic tuous to look to the future in Saint Benedict was populated School as a small boy and thus prayerful hope and confidence primarily by poor farmers. From his Benedictine connection. that Saint Benedict’s parish will an account of the parish’s his- Until recently, the parish had ever continue to contribute rich- tory: “A reliable source of infor- been supplied by the Benedic- ly to the growth of the Catholic mation says that on one tines. That has changed as arch- Church in the diocese.” occasion the priest an- diocesan clergy now have pasto- Sixty-six years later, that sen- nounced after Mass ral care of Saint Benedict. timent still holds true. The Sooner Catholic is supported through the Annual Catholic Appeal and Sooner ARCHDIOCESE OF OKLAHOMA CITY ARCHIVES Catholic Communications Appeal. 6 May 9, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 9, 2021 7 Archdiocese celebrates Priest Appreciation Week! Sr. Elsa Margarita Galdeano, C.M.S.T. April 25 - May 1 Sister Galdeano, former direc- which all other activities rotate. the annual Archdiocesan Bilin- Heart Catholic Church, pass by tor of the archdiocesan Office of Her main focuses were evangeli- gual Rural Field Masses to inte- Little Flower Catholic Church and Hispanic Ministry, died peacefully zation, religious education, family grate the different cultures with Holy Angels Catholic Church and Feb. 22 in Houston. life, youth and young adults, the Church carried out at differ- finally arrive at the cathedral. In seeing the local challeng- Renew 2000, liturgy and spiritu- ent rural areas Many peo- es facing the Catholic Hispanic ality. of the archdi- ple includ- community in the Archdiocese She wrote bilingual homilies, ocese followed ing priests, of Oklahoma City, Archbishop prepared a weekly radio program, by a reception, deacons and Charles Salatka took the first organized three annual spiritual fiesta and clos- religious men step to minister to the Hispanics retreats for families, couples and ing prayer. and women by going to San Antonio to learn parish leaders, set up six schools “Sister Galdea- participated the Spanish language. of leader formation, worked with no was instru- with Mata- In 1993, Archbishop Eusebius youth Encuentros, and trained mental in help- chines Danc- Beltran established the Office of catechists, lectors and commu- ing the Hispanic ers leading Hispanic Ministry at the Catho- nion ministers. She travelled community feel the proces- lic Pastoral Center to serve the many miles to reach out to the like we were sion. Hispanics of the archdiocese. He Hispanic people and many par- one family,” “I am bless- staffed the office with three mem- ishes, scattered across the arch- Lisa Carrasco ed and hon- bers – Father Don Wolf, Sister diocese. Sister Galdeano assisted said. “Hundreds ored to have Galdeano and Ana Romero. a committee of parishioners and of people from worked with “I considered Sister Elsa’s time non-Spanish speaking priests, all around the Sister Elsa. in our archdiocese as one of our who were seeking to implement diocese would I thank God greatest blessings. By her words, Spanish Masses in their commu- gather to attend for her pres- her demeanor and her joyful atti- nities. the annual field ence among tude, she generously shared the Her central goal of evangeliza- Mass. From Guy- us. Sister Good News of Jesus with us. She tion was the Cursillo movement. mon to Altus, we Galdeano was was a good and faithful steward “The Cursillo is the movement all would come very generous of God. As a woman of valor her of the Church that aims to teach together and and helping example was louder than her ordinary people how to evangelize share our gifts Sr. Elsa Margarita Galdeano, C.M.S.T. people was words. Through her outstanding, their environments,” she said. and talents.” her No. 1 pri- dedicated ministry the Anglo and “By first encountering Christ in She also start- ority,” Rome- Hispanic communities both grew their own lives, they are invited ed the annual celebration of the ro said. “She served the Lord and in faith, hope and in love. Sister to move out into the many envi- Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe his people with joy and zeal as Elsa Galdeano was more than a ronments that make up the world with a bilingual celebration of a missionary sister, counselor, ‘gem,’ she was and is a saint!” and transform them through the Eucharist at The Cathedral friend and co-worker in the arch- Archbishop Beltran said. their presence and example.” of Our Lady of Perpetual Help diocese for more than 16 years. Sister Galdeano considered Two of the major events that followed by a reception. The She left an imprint on our hearts. evangelization as the axis around Sister Galdeano organized were procession would begin at Sacred We will miss her dearly.”

continued from page 3 which also manifests in ways that are hardly to rejoin the Paris Climate Agreement. The ever spoken, ways that never reach the head- Leaders Summit on Climate reflects renewed lines. Let us then join in the hard work of American leadership on climate change, and We pray that our city will continue to be a peacefully rebuilding what hatred and frustra- the pledge to reduce greenhouse gas emissions beacon of hope, of healing and reconciliation tion have torn down. This is the true call of a by 50 percent from 2005 levels by 2030 is an for all people. Lord, we pray especially that vio- disciple and the real work of restorative justice. ambitious and welcome national goal. Consis- lence and hatred will never rule our hearts, but Let us not lose the opportunity to pray that the tent with the Holy Father’s call for integral ecol- will always be overcome by mercy and forgive- Holy Spirit falls like a flood on our land again, ogy, the movement towards a net-zero emission ness and compassion. as at Pentecost, providing us with spiritual, continued from page 1 came to the United States from world must also emphasize just transition so We ask this through Jesus Christ Our Lord. Honduras. She said her mother emotional, and physical healing, as well as new that working families who rely on the energy Amen.” ways to teach, preach, and model the Gospel was a great example to her and sector are not left behind.” Following the verdict in the trial of former message in how we treat each other.” taught her to believe in God, and (With Bishop David J. Malloy of Rockford, attending Mass and watching her devotion to police officer Derek Chauvin in the death of (With Bishop Shelton J. Fabre of Houma-Thi- the Blessed Virgin Mary has been chairman of the USCCB Committee on Interna- our Blessed Mother Mary,” her daughter, Tere- George Floyd: bodaux, chairman of the USCCB Ad Hoc Com- very important to her as a loving tional Justice and Peace) sa, said. “Today, a jury found Derek Chauvin guilty mittee Against Racism) example. Salinas continues to In response to the mass shooting at a Fe- of the murder of George Floyd. As we receive On passage of pro-life bills by the Oklaho- pray the Rosary daily. dEx facility in Indianapolis: Leda Salinas - Ardmore this result, we recall that God is the source ma Legislature and signed by Gov. Stitt: Leda found another “family” at “Tragically, we awoke to learn of another Deacon Juan Jimenez at Saint Mary Catho- of all justice, love, and mercy. The death of “We are fortunate in Oklahoma to have polit- Saint Mary. mass shooting today, this time in Indianapolis, lic Church in Ardmore said the one person he George Floyd highlighted and amplified the ical leaders who understand and seek to pro- “Saint Mary helps my faith that has reportedly left eight dead and several always can depend on to attend weekly Mass deep need to see the sacredness in all people, tect our most vulnerable from abortion, which wounded. As we heard at Mass yesterday, ‘The is Leda Salinas. She is a mother of one son, grow day-by-day. I also have but especially those who have been historically claims the lives of unborn children and too of- Lord is close to the brokenhearted’ (Ps. 34:19). Jeremy. special friends who will be there oppressed. Whatever the stage of human life, it ten endangers their mothers as well. Every life We again need prayer and concrete acts of “As long forever. My job now is to in- not only matters, it is sacred. is precious and has infinite value in the eyes of charity for the families, and for all victims of as I have spire other people and to give The events following George Floyd’s death God who creates each of us out of love. I urge violent crime. known good testimony, even in difficult also highlighted the urgent need for racial prayers for a renewed respect for the dignity her, she times. I have tried to teach my healing and reconciliation. As we have seen of every human life and for a rejection of the Again and again, we react in horror to these has been a son to be a good man, to have so plainly this past year, social injustices still throw away mentality that treats human beings violent acts, but many cannot agree on how to wonderful good values and to love God exist in our country, and the nation remains as disposable based merely on their usefulness, stop them. The bishops continue to support Cecile Lapointe and family example above all things,” she said. deeply divided on how to right those wrongs. health, age or economic status. We must offer a number of policy measures to try to reduce of a loving We join our voices and prayers in support of compassion and mercy to those in need.” homicides and suicides. In this Easter season, mother Cecile Lapointe - Sulphur Church, but said “I credit my Catholic faith to Archbishop Bernard Hebda of Saint Paul and Following the Leaders Summit on Climate when we are reminded that there is always and a About 10 years ago, Cecile Lapointe and her a nun I had in school in Quebec.” Minneapolis, and the entire Minnesota Catholic April 22-23, which included a video message hope, even when we seem to be at a dead end, dedicated husband of 65 years moved from Quebec, Can- Even at 83, she remains very active at Conference which said today: by Pope Francis: I would ask our political leaders, and all people Catholic,” ada, to Sulphur. Sadly, her husband passed Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Sul- ‘As a diverse community, the Catholic Church “Pope Francis addressed a virtual gathering of good will, once more to examine this issue Jimenez away about two years ago. Despite her loss, phur. She is a bedrock of the Sunday Rosary is committed to changing hearts and minds of over 40 leaders from the highest levels of and propose prudential solutions. It is good Lapointe is comforted by all four of her children that President Biden and some leaders in Con- said. and The Chaplet of the Divine Mercy prior to and to moving the conversation about race in world government at the White House’s Leaders Being (ages 55-63), grandchildren and great-grand- this country beyond accusations and recrimi- gress are drawing renewed attention to this. every Mass. Summit on Climate, saying, ‘our concern is to a single children who all live in Sulphur. Her three sons nations toward practical, nonviolent solutions see that the environment is cleaner, healthier For a comprehensive and long-lasting path to Her daughter, Diane Burns, said, “She is the mother, still have dinner with her every Monday. Every to the everyday problems that are encountered and conserved, and to take care of nature so peace, it will take bipartisan cooperation. In the life hasn’t Friday, her daughter and a grandchild, have most compassionate, forgiving and loving per- in these communities.’ that it takes care of us.’ spirit of Easter, let us pray for renewed rev- been easy lunch with her. She also is very active in the son I have ever known.” Let us pray that through the revelation of so We commend the Biden Administration’s erence for the gift of life, and faith that by the for Sali- lives of great-grandchildren. Charles Albert is a freelance writer for the much pain and sadness, that God strength- commitment to climate stewardship and envi- grace of God, we can always begin again and Leda Salinas nas. She Lapointe was not brought up in the Catholic Sooner Catholic. ens us to cleanse our land of the evil of racism ronmental justice, consistent with the decision work towards peace.” 8 May 9, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 9, 2021 9

Impulse Missionaries invites young adults to one-year mission

continued from page 1 ipate for a year, it is a life-changing experience. Al- She added that she leans on John 15:5, which says, though the entire year is mentorship, summertime is “Apart from me, you can do nothing.” Missionaries are beneficial to all who participate, the specifically focused on training the missionaries. Their “The work I do as a missionary, the students that I biggest obstacle for the ones who join is committing a goal over the summer is to have the missionaries get to invest in, the Bible studies I get to lead would year and the schedule. practice everything Impulse Mis- bear no fruit if I tried to do it without Jesus. He has to “As young adults, sionaries are going to ask them be the one in control, he is the one at work, he is the there is an expec- to do throughout the year. one touching people’s hearts, and I am only participat- tation to be pro- Julia Lopez is a current Im- ing in the mission,” Lopez said. ductive financially, pulse Missionary. She said she believes anytime people give the Lord a and start earning “The most fulfilling part about “yes,” no matter how big or small it may feel, there will and supporting their being a missionary is witnessing be fruit. family. The message the Lord work in the hearts of She added that something that everyone has to learn that the world gives the students. I’ve been able to to be okay with, especially those working in ministry, is go to school, get see students return to the Sac- is the reality that missionaries may not always get to rament of Reconciliation after good grades, get into see the fruit of their labor. a good college, get a years of being away. I’ve been “Our job is to provide opportunities for encounter good job, and make a able to walk with students who with the Lord, and respond to his promptings when lot of money. Putting have started opening their ministering to people, but we have to let him do the pause on that nar- heart to discerning a religious rest. Ultimately, he is the one who will convert people’s rative to say, ‘I want vocation,” Lopez said. hearts,” she said. to learn how to pray, “One of my favorite parts how to live a fruitful about being a missionary To those who are interested in participating, Cipri- life as a person, and is leading Bible studies. In ano explained what Impulse Missionaries looks for in how to spread the college, being in a Bible study candidates. gospel with people,’ is played a big role in my own “We ask that they be over 21, be practicing Catho- a kind of rejection of deeper conversion. There lics, that they would be teachable, really want to learn the social narrative we is something special about and are willing to learn. We are looking for people who are hearing from our being in a small group of are gospel centered,” he explained. entire culture,” Cipriano women who are all striving Cipriano added they say a Novena that talks about said. “It is really hard to for holiness together. I love the Scripture that Impulse Missionaries uses, and pause that. It feels like witnessing those ‘aha’ mo- people can pray that young adults are sent to be a a lot of pressure to keep ments when you can visibly part of Impulse Missionaries. following that story.” Catholic students from the University of Central see the Lord converting Jolene Schonchin is a freelance writer for the Sooner Oklahoma in Edmond. For those who partic- someone’s heart.” Catholic. Impulse Missionary Julia Lopez with students from the University of Central Oklahoma in Edmond. Photos provided.

Novena to the Holy Spirit and St. Joseph

O Holy Spirit, Divine Consoler! ______I adore you as my true God. Day 5 John 15:16 Impulse Missionaries I offer You my whole heart, It was not you who chose me, but I who chose you and appointed you and I render you heartfelt thanks for all the benefits Please write three names of people you want to invite to join the to go and bear fruit that will remain, so that whatever you ask the Fa- mission. You have bestowed and do unceasingly bestow upon the world. ther in my name he may give you. You are the author of all supernatural gifts Apply: impulsemissionaries.org who did enrich with immense favors the souls Day 1 Jeremiah 20:9 of the Blessed Virgin Mary and St. Joseph, I say I will not mention him, I will no longer speak in his name. But Day 6 Luke 10:1-2 [email protected] I beseech you to visit me by Your grace and Your love, then, it is as if fire is burning in my heart, imprisoned in my bones; I The Lord appointed 72 others whom he sent ahead of him in pairs to and grant me the favor grow weary holding back, I cannot! every town and place he intended to visit. He said to them, “The harvest (405) 721-9220 I so earnestly seek in this novena … is abundant, but the laborers are few; so ask the master of the harvest Day 2 Acts 4:19-20 to send out laborers for his harvest. that God would send faithful young people to serve as Peter and John, however, said to them in reply, “Whether it is right in the sight of God for us to obey you rather than God, you be the judges. It Impulse Missionaries. Day 7 Acts 1:8 is impossible for us not to speak about what we have seen and heard.” “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you, and Blessed Joseph, to us too, you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, throughout Judea and Samaria, show yourself a father. Day 3 Matthew 28:19-20 Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the and to the ends of the earth.” Remember, most pure spouse of Mary, ever Virgin, name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching my loving protector, St. Joseph, them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with that no one ever had recourse to your protection Day 8 Romans 12:9 you always, until the end of the age.” or asked for your aid without obtaining relief. Let love be sincere; hate what is evil, hold on to what is good; love one Confiding, therefore, in your goodness, another with mutual affection; anticipate one another in showing hon- Day 4 Romans 10:14-15 I come before you and humbly implore you. or. Do not grow slack in zeal, be fervent in spirit, serve the Lord. How can they call on him in whom they have not believed? And how Despise not my petitions, can they believe in him of whom they have not heard? And how can foster-father of the redeemer, they hear without someone to preach? And how can people preach un- Day 9 1 Corinthians 9:16 but graciously receive them. Amen. less they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those If I preach the gospel, this is no reason for me to boast, for an obliga- who bring the Good News! tion has been imposed on me, and woe to me if I do not preach it! Hail Mary full of grace … 10 May 9, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 9, 2021 11 Real Life Disciples Papal Foundation announced $9.2 million in He is risen!

grants, supporting developing nations This is Pt. 2 of a series on the reality is made available to us as he enriches us with his poverty: resurrection started in the April 11 well – more on that in a few min- in his hidden life, which by his issue. utes. Because he lives eternally, submission atones for our disobe- Jim Beckman PHILADELPHIA – The Papal Foundation, n Supporting environmental initiatives “At The Papal Foundation, we are doing The resurrection matters! As he is still with us, here and now! dience; in his word, which purifies Executive Director whose mission is to serve the Holy Father and around plastic waste and access to clean water; just that, funding projects and initiatives that I said last month, the reality of We can have a living, interactive its hearers; in his healings and of the Secretariat for the Catholic Church through faith, energy and n support the Catholic Church’s presence in the Educating orphaned youth and intellectu- Jesus rising from the dead has a relationship with him. exorcisms by which ‘he took our Evangelization and financial resources, announced $9.2 million Middle East and mission to educate children, ally disabled children; great impact on our daily life. The “Finally, Christ’s resurrection infirmities and bore our diseases;’ Catechesis in grants to support the growth of the Cath- n Housing retired religious in homes, recto- offer vocational support for adults, and provide fact that he rose from the dead – and the risen Christ himself is and in his resurrection by which olic Church and help those most in need in ries and convents; for medical needs in these countries,” added means a number of critical things. the principle and source of our he justifies us” (CCC, #517). developing nations. Dioceses in 64 countries Eustace Mita, president of The Papal Founda- n Purchasing surgical equipment for a Cath- Our sins are forgiven future resurrection: ‘Christ has We no longer need to fear will receive grants to fund various initiatives tion Board of Trustees. “If you were of the world, the olic teaching university; and Jesus’ resurrection validates his been raised from the dead, the death including: “So, yes, we need to rebuild these buildings world would love you as its own; n Fighting human trafficking and the sexual claims about forgiving our sins. first fruits of those who have fallen One of the greatest fears known n Building and repairing churches and cha- that are physical manifestations of our faith, but because you are not of the After his death on the cross, Jesus asleep. … For as in Adam all die, to man is the fear of death. The pels; exploitation of women and children. but it is much more than that. By responding world, but I chose you out of the went down into hell and took the so also in Christ shall all be made resurrection speaks directly to this n Opening a dialysis center in a Catholic The Papal Foundation’s work aligns with to the Holy See’s requests, we are doing our “keys to the kingdom” from the alive.’ The risen Christ lives in the fear and takes away all its power. world, therefore the world hates hospital; Pope Francis’s recent visit to the Middle East small part to build the bonds of community enemy and those keys free us from hearts of his faithful while they Paul says, “Oh death, where is your you” (John 15:19). n Constructing libraries, laboratories and and his message to the faithful that we are Pope Francis referenced. We are building con- the punishment of sin. await that fulfillment. In Christ, victory, death where is your sting? Yes, the resurrection matters, schools; called to rebuild Catholic buildings there, and nections between the hearts of the faithful and “After his resurrection, Christ Christians ‘have tasted … the pow- The sting of death is sin, and the and the fact that Jesus was a n Renovating youth and children’s centers also care for each other and develop a unified our Lord Jesus Christ,” Mita concluded. sent his apostles ‘so that repen- ers of the age to come’ and their power of sin is the law. But, thanks real person, a 33-year-old Jewish that host camps; Christian community in this part of the world. More information at thepapalfoundation.org. tance and forgiveness of sins lives are swept up by Christ into be to God, who gives us the victory man matters as well. This topic should be preached in his name to the heart of divine life, so that they through our Lord Jesus Christ” (I has gleaned quite a following. I’ve all nations.’ The apostles and their may ‘live no longer for themselves Cor. 15:55-56). received a number of e-mails since successors carry out this ‘minis- but for him who for their sake died “By his death and resurrection, Pt. 1 was shared, much more than Jobs Box try of reconciliation,’ not only by and was raised’” (CCC, 655). Jesus Christ has ‘opened’ heaven I typically get. One poignant com- announcing to men God’s forgive- The power of the resurrection to us. The life of the blessed con- ment from a reader struck me and Administrative assistant - OKC resume to Principal Alicia Vazquez, support, advocate and develop a plus; ability and willingness to ness merited for us by Christ, and is available to us, in every area sists in the full and perfect posses- provides a nice end point for us: The Catholic Pastoral Center has [email protected]. No improvement plans, provide coun- work a split-shift; experience and/ calling them to conversion and of our lives sion of the fruits of the redemption “If Christ is a personal reality, an opening for a part-time admin- phone calls. seling to individuals and small or willingness to work with youth faith, but also by communicating The fact that Jesus rose from accomplished by Christ. He makes then I cannot escape a personal istrative assistant in the Secretari- groups, provide research and refer ages 14-18. Send resume and to them the forgiveness of sins in the dead brings great hope for us. partners in his heavenly glorifi- relationship and personal re- at for Clergy, Consecrated Life and PE teacher - Yukon students to community resources, a brief statement of interest to Baptism, and reconciling them It has the capacity to transform cation those who have believed in sponse to his love toward me. The Vocations. The successful candi- St. John Nepomuk Catholic and work with students’ teachers, [email protected]. with God and with the Church every area of our lives, every area him and remained faithful to his ‘demands’ of this love require the date will have excellent computer School in Yukon is seeking a cer- administration and family. Mas- through the power of the keys, of sin and brokenness, if we invite will. Heaven is the blessed com- vulnerability of a true relationship. and organizational skills. Bilingual tified physical education teacher ter’s degree a must and must be Teachers - Enid received from Christ: The Church the power that is accessible to us. munity of all who are perfectly I have to sit in front of him (liter- in Spanish preferred. Send resume for the 2021-2022 school year. a licensed clinical social worker St. Joseph Catholic School in has received the keys of the king- The wounds from my past become incorporated into Christ” (CCC, ally in the Blessed Sacrament), to [email protected]. For students in PreK-3 through 8th or licensed professional counsel- Enid is accepting applications for dom of heaven so that, in her, sins sources of a deep intimacy with #1026). st rd look into his eyes and talk to him, grade. Send resume to principal@ or. Starts July 2021. Apply at full-time 1 and 3 grade teaching may be forgiven through Christ’s the person of Christ, who literally We were not made for this listen to him. He may say things Bookkeeper – OKC sjnok.org or mail to Natalie John- cristoreyokc.org/careers. positions for the 2021-2022 school blood and the Holy Spirit’s action. transforms the wound into an ex- world Santa Fe Family Life Center is son, St. John Nepomuk Catholic year. Oklahoma state certification In this Church, the soul dead perience of love and healing. Finally, the reality of the res- about me and the state of my soul seeking a bookkeeper responsible School, 600 S. Garth Brooks Blvd., Dean of curriculum and required. Contact Wade Laffey at through sin comes back to life in “Christ’s whole life is a mystery urrection reminds us of our true that I know deep down, but I really for financial transactions, gen- Yukon 73099. instruction – OKC [email protected], order to live with Christ, whose of redemption. Redemption comes home. C.S. Lewis once said, “If we don’t like to hear. He will ask me erating reports and reconciling Cristo Rey OKC Catholic High (580) 242-4449. grace has saved us” (CCC, 981). to us above all through the blood find ourselves with a desire that to accept his ‘assessment’ about accounts to ensure accuracy. Teachers - Okarche School seeks a dean of curriculum Jesus is still with us of his cross, but this mystery is at nothing in this world can satisfy, where I am and commit to move Bachelor’s degree in accounting or Holy Trinity Catholic School in and instruction. As a key member Director of housing – OKC Because Jesus rose from the work throughout Christ’s entire the most probable explanation is toward change with his help. I will business administration, or equiv- Okarche is accepting applications of the school’s leadership team, Catholic Charites of the Archdio- dead, he has conquered death life: already in his Incarnation that we were made for another have to accept his grace and mercy alent business experience, as well for the following positions: Early the dean is expected to support in- cese of Oklahoma City is seeking a and now lives eternally, and that through which by becoming poor world.” so I can grow!” as a knowledge of bookkeeping childhood, elementary and middle struction and school culture while director of housing to take a leader- and generally accepted accounting school English language arts for developing the skills of faculty and ship role in the creation of Housing principles a must. Preference will the 2021-2022 school year. Bach- staff. As an instructional coach, First communities for the formerly be given to candidates with non- elor’s degree in education and an the dean will focus on maximizing homeless and oversee real estate profit accounting experience and a Oklahoma teacher certification re- school-wide academic growth and development activities of Catho- Book Review: A pilgrimage with Mary working knowledge of QuickBooks quired. Send resume and a copy of student development. Master’s lic Charities of the Archdiocese of accounting software and Mindbody the teaching certificate to Principal degree with principal certification Oklahoma City. Relevant master’s point of sale software. Should be Alice Newman at anewman@hol- preferred. Starts June 2021. Apply degree preferred; experienced and By Br. Benet Exton, O.S.B. where Saint Dominic had been. From there readers can be inspired by what they read and detail oriented with 12-18 months ytrinityok.org. Download teacher online at cristoreyokc.org/careers. technically proficient in all aspects The Sooner Catholic they traveled further east to Saint-Bauzille- see. experience in a bookkeeping relat- application packet at archokc.org/ of affordable housing real estate de-la-Sylve, which brought them to southern The shrines and apparitions vary in age and ed position. Send resume and two careers. No phone calls. Teachers – OKC development, including finance, France near the Mediterranean Sea. circumstances. The lives of the visionaries are references to james.timberlake@ Cristo Rey OKC Catholic High entitlement and design, construc- “France: A Pilgrimage with Mary” is a book or Then, they went northeast a bit to the inspiring, and some are sfflc.com. Director of college initiatives – School seeks a business technol- tion, lease-up and operations. Send travelogue of the pilgrimage of Father Joseph Shrine of Our Lady of Laus, which is in the sad because their ex- OKC ogy and mathematics teacher for cover letter with resume to David Roesch, M.I.C., who was responsible for the Alps near the Italian periences did not cause text; Melanie Williams, photographer; and Mary Religion teacher - OKC Cristo Rey OKC Catholic High the 2021-2022 school year. Teach- Ashton at [email protected]. border. Their second them to change their lives Clark, project coordinator of the pilgrimage. Sacred Heart Catholic School School seeks a director of college ers must be committed to improv- to the last stop was much. Not all are canon- Both women are employees of the Marian in Oklahoma City is seeking a initiatives. The director is an inte- ing curriculum and instruction Refugee job developer - OKC at the more famous ized saints. Helpers Center and the site of the National part-time middle school religion gral part of the school leadership through collaboration as part of a Catholic Charites of the Archdio- Shrine of Our Lady The book has an intro- Shrine of the Divine Mercy. They went on a teacher for the 2021-2022 school team and partners with faculty grade level team, through ongoing cese of Oklahoma City is seeking a of La Salette, which duction to Father Roesch, pilgrimage of the nine major and some minor year. Must be a practicing Catholic and staff as well as students and professional development, and refugee job developer. High school is also in the Alps “chapters” on each shrine, shrines and churches dedicated to Mary locat- near the Italian bor- with the desire to make disciples. families to support and equip stu- through high frequency coaching. diploma and at least two years’ and a short bibliogra- ed in France. The pilgrimage started in Paris der. Their last trip was to the Shrine of Our E-mail cover letter and resume dents to be successful. Bachelor’s Master’s degree with principal experience; bachelor’s degree in phy of both English and to Principal Joana Camacho at degree a must; master’s degree certification preferred. Starts July business or marketing with experi- where they went to Rue Du Bac, which is the Lady of Pontmain southwest of Paris. They French sources. In the in- [email protected]. in guidance counseling or valid 2021. Apply online at cristoreyokc. ence in job development or employ- site of the apparitions of Our Lady of the Mi- saw a lot of shrines and a lot of France by troduction there is a map counseling certificate preferred. org/careers. ment services preferred; Possess raculous Medal to Saint Catherine Laboure in car. that is handy to locate School secretary - OKC Starts June 2021. Apply online at a valid Oklahoma driver’s license 1830. One may think that this book has many pag- where these shrines are in France. St. James Catholic School is cristoreyokc.org/careers. Van driver - OKC and clean driving record; fluency in Next, they went to the Basilica of Our Lady of es, but it only has 112. The book is really an seeking a full-time school secretary Cristo Rey OKC Catholic High written and spoken English; fluen- Victories, and finished their visit to Paris with a introduction to these wonderful sites. Father The book jacket has an Internet address to and administrative assistant to the Social counselor – OKC School is seeking a part-time van cy in Spanish, Burmese, Swahili or visit to the Notre-Dame Cathedral. They rent- Roesch presented a short history or back- view Father Roesch’s video of the pilgrimage. principal. Strong written and verbal Cristo Rey OKC Catholic High driver to transport students to and other language of a refugee popu- ed a car since there was a railway strike going ground for each shrine and of the visionary(s). The book jacket on the front has a photograph communication skills; light book- School seeks a social counselor for from work daily. Drivers also can lation being served preferred. Send on at the time. They drove to the most famous His presentations are lively and interesting. of Lourdes and on the back is an image of keeping, outstanding technology the 2021-2022 school year. Be- drive for special school functions. cover letter and resume to Mark Marian shrine of France, the Shrine of Our I read this book straight through and was another shrine, I think Pontmain. This book is skills, strong organizational and havioral/social counselors provide Some qualifications include val- Chan at [email protected]. Lady of Lourdes, which is near the Pyrenees captivated by it. Most of these shrines and ap- highly recommended for its text and for its very time management skills. Respon- support for students and act as id driver’s license; ability to pass and the southern border with Spain. paritions I had not heard of, but Father Roesch wonderful photographs. sible for opening the school at the guides in their social, emotional background check and a clean They went east of Lourdes to Notre-Dame- and his companions changed this for me. Mel- Br. Benet Exton, O.S.B., Saint Gregory’s start of the day. Bilingual in En- and mental health. Counselors DMV record (five years); bilin- To see more job openings, go on- de-Prouille Monastery, which is connected anie Williams’ photography is wonderful and Abbey in Shawnee, is a freelance writer for the glish and Spanish preferred. E-mail identify students who need extra gual (English/Spanish) speaking line to archokc.org/jobs-box. with the founding of the Dominican Order and very striking. With these two presentations, Sooner Catholic. 12 May 9, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 9, 2021 13

Lánzate a lo más Profundo Luke 5:4 Hna. Elsa Margarita Galdeano, C.M.S.T.

La Hermana Galdeano, qui- mujer de valor que era, su ejemplo El eje central de su evangeli- Ella comenzó también la cele- Los mandamientos de la Iglesia: guías en fuera directora de la Oficina era más poderoso de sus palabras. zación era a través del Movimiento bración de la Fiesta en honor de Arquidiocesana de Ministerio A través de su ministerio, tanto la de Cursillos. Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe con Hispano, falleció en paz el 22 de comunidad anglosajona, como la “El movimiento de Cursillos en una Misa Bilingüe en la Catedral para nuestro crecimiento febrero en Houston. comunidad hispana, crecieron en la Iglesia Católica busca enseñar de Nuestra Señora del Perpetuo Al ver los retos que enfrentaba la fe, esperanza y caridad. ¡La her- a las personas ordinarias cómo Socorro. La procesión que ante- comunidad católica hispana de la mana Elsa Galdeano fue más que evangelizar en su propio contex- ¿Cómo debemos vivir? La Iglesia buscar re- humana (ley natural) y revelada en su Palabra. sentan como cedía a la misa iniciaba en la Par- Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma City, una “joya”, fue una santa!” Dijo el to,” dijo Hermana Galdeano. “Al sponder a esta pregunta a través de sus en- Aun cuando Cristo es el Maestro por excel- obligación para roquia del Sagrado Corazón, pasa- el arzobispo Charles Salatka, tomó arzobispo Beltrán. encontrar primero a Cristo en sus señanzas morales. La vida moral cristiana es encia, también le ha confiado a la Iglesia la todos los católi- ba por la Iglesia de la Florecita y la el primer paso para promover el La Hermana Galdeano consider- propias vidas, muchas veces malentendida y con frecuencia autoridad de enseñar en temas de fe y vida cos desde la edad Parroquia de ministerio con hispanos asistiendo aba la evangelización como el eje las personas se presenta de manera incorrecta. moral. Jesús les dijo a los apóstoles, “quien media. Su formu- los Santos Arzobispo Pablo S. Coakley él mismo a clases de español en central alrededor del cual todas son invitadas a Muchos la imaginan básicamente como un a ustedes los escucha, a mí me escucha” (Lc lación y núme- Ángeles para San Antonio. las demás actividades giraban. Su salir a sus alre- catálogo de prohibiciones o simplemente como 10,16). La autoridad de la voz de Cristo se ro han variado finalmente Fue en 1993 que el entonc- enfoque principal fueron la evan- dedores para una serie de reglas que hay que cumplir, las escucha a través de las enseñanzas del papa y levemente a lo largo de los años. El Catecismo llegar a la es arzobispo Eusebius Beltran gelización, la educación religiosa, llevar su pal- cuales son frecuentemente percibidas como los obispos, sucesores de Pedro y los apóstoles, de la Iglesia Católica nos presenta cinco man- Catedral. estableció la Oficina de Ministerio la vida familiar, los adolescentes y abra al mundo arbitrarias y como una carga. Sin embargo, quienes forman el magisterio, o el oficio de damientos (CIC 2041-2043). Nos recuerdan la Muchas Hispano en la Centro Pastoral jóvenes, el programa Renew 2000, y transformarlo las enseñanzas de la Iglesia son muy distintas. enseñar de la Iglesia. Es responsabilidad del unión entre la vida moral y la vida litúrgica. personas, Católico, con la encomienda de la liturgia y la espiritualidad. por medio de El Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica nos enseña magisterio de la Iglesia (el papa y los obispos) Los mandamientos de la Iglesia son: incluyendo servir a la comunidad hispana de Escribía homilías en inglés y es- su presencia y que, “la vida moral es un culto espiritual” (CIC el predicar y enseñar la totalidad de la fe que 1. Oír misa entera los domingos y demás fies- sacerdotes, la Arquidiócesis. Asignó para ello pañol, tenía un programa de radio mensaje.” 2031). ¿Qué significa esto? debemos creer y poner en práctica en nuestra tas de precepto y no realizar trabajos serviles; diáconos y a tres personas: El P. Don Wolf, la semanal, organizaba tres retiros Dos de los Debido a nuestra comunión con el Cuerpo de vida diaria. 2. Confesar los pecados al menos una vez al Hermana Galdeano y Ana Romero. anuales para familias, parejas y principales religiosos Cristo a través del bautismo, toda nuestra vida, Desafortunadamente, no basta con conocer año; “Considero que el trabajo de la lideres parroquiales, estableció eventos que partici- incluyendo la vida moral, está unida a nuestra lo que es bueno para nosotros. Por experiencia 3. Recibir el sacramento de la Eucaristía al Hermana Elsa en nuestra ar- seis escuelas de formación en el la Hermana paban, así ofrenda litúrgica en la Eucaristía. Es lo que le sabemos que muchas veces fallamos en hacer menos por Pascua; quidiócesis fue una de nuestras liderazgo, trabajó con Encuentros Galdeano orga- como mata- presentamos a Dios a través, con y en Cristo. lo que sabemos que debemos hacer. Somos 4. Abstenerse de comer carne y ayunar en los más grandes bendiciones. Por me- juveniles y entrenó a catequistas nizaba fueron chines al Las enseñanzas morales de la Iglesia nos ilu- débiles y constantemente necesitamos la gracia días establecidos por la Iglesia; dio de su palabra, su manera de y ministros de la comunión. Viajó la Misa Rural frente de la minan “de forma que podamos distinguir cuál de Dios para ayudarnos a tomar las decisiones 5. Ayudar a la Iglesia en sus necesidades. ser y su actitud gozosa, compartía muchas millas para visitar a la en los Cam- procesión. es la voluntad de Dios: lo bueno, lo agradable, correctas, lo que es verdaderamente bueno Claramente, estos mandamientos no presen- la Buena Noticia de Jesús con comunidad hispana esparcida en pos, organiza- “Tuve la lo perfecto” en su presencia (Rm 12,2). La vida para nosotros. tan la totalidad de la vida cristiana. Sino que todos nosotros. Fue una trabaja- las parroquias a lo largo y ancho da cada año bendición y moral cristiana es la manera en que vivimos el Para vivir la vida moral en fidelidad, los cris- intentan ofrecer el mínimo necesario en un es- de la Arquidiócesis. La Hermana para toda la píritu de oración, vida sacramental y compro- dora fiel y buena de Dios. Como el honor de plan amoroso de Dios para nosotros y le damos tianos necesitamos ser nutridos regularmente Galdeano arquidiócesis trabajar con gloria. de la Palabra de Dios, de la oración y la gracia miso moral para garantizar que crezcamos en trabaja- y que busca- la Hermana Esto no quiere decir que para el cristiano no de los sacramentos. Dado que la Iglesia recon- nuestro amor a Dios y amor al prójimo. Se nos ba con ba integrar a Elsa. Y le existen reglas, leyes o preceptos. Sin embargo, oce esta conexión entre la vida moral y la gra- presentan como el “piso” bajo nuestros pies del comités las diferentes doy gracias estas existen para guiarnos en el camino de cia que proviene de la liturgia como “fuente y cual no debemos descender si queremos seguir de parro- culturas en la Hna. Elsa Margarita Galdeano, C.M.S.T. a Dios por la verdad y nos llevan a la plenitud de la vida, cumbre” de la vida cristiana, la Iglesia propone adelante como discípulos en la vida cristiana. quianos Arquidiócesis su presencia de acuerdo con la nueva ley del amor. Somos mandamientos específicos para ayudarnos. A En las próximas columnas, estaré escribien- y sac- y que concluía en nues- guiados para conocer el plan de Dios para estos se les conoce como los mandamientos de do sobre cada uno de estos mandamientos de erdotes con una recep- tras vidas. La Hermana Galdea- nuestra felicidad y para nuestra salvación a la Iglesia. la Iglesia, explorándolos con mayor profundi- que no ción, fiesta y oración. través de la ley escrita en nuestra naturaleza Los mandamientos de la Iglesia se nos pre- dad. hablaban “La Hermana Galdeano fue no era muy generosa y ayudar español instrumental para hacer a la a los demás era su prioridad” para comunidad hispana sentir que dijo Romero. Sirvió al Señor y su imple- éramos una familia,” comentó Lisa pueblo con gozo y celo apostólico. mentar Carrasco. “Cientos de personas de Lo hizo como Hermana misionera, Lineamientos de COVID-19 para las Misas y Los Ministerios misas en todas partes de la Arquidiócesis se consejera, amiga y compañera en español reunían para la misa en los cam- la arquidiócesis por más de 16 Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma City en sus pos. Desde Guymon hasta Altus, años. Dejó su huella en nuestros 28 de abril de 2021 comuni- todos nos reuníamos para com- corazones. La extrañaremos pro- dades. partir nuestros dones y talentos.” fundamente.” archokc.org/returntomass

A partir de la Vigilia de Pente- un miembro de la familia en su estrechar la mano. parroquias pueden proporcionar El próximo Encuentro Matrimonial Mundial será el fin de semana del 4 al 6 de costés el sábado 22 de mayo de hogar que ha dado positivo al un área / sección de distancia- junio en el Centro Pastoral Católico, 7501 Northwest Expressway, Oklahoma City. 2021, se eliminarán todas las pre- COVID-19 u otra enfermedad es- Comunión miento social. Se alienta el uso de Para más información, contacte a Roberto o Karina Carrizales al (405) 905-8049. cauciones restantes relacionadas tán dispensados de la obligación 1. Los párrocos y ministros espacios al aire libre; con COVID-19. de la misa dominical y deben extraordinarios de la sagrada 2. Se debe alentar a los invitados quedarse en casa. comunión ya no están obligados a comer y beber en las mesas; Los cambios están en negri- 3. La capacidad de misa se a cubrirse la cara; a. Los cubre bocas son opcio- ta. El Arzobispo Coakley les pide puede aumentar al 100 por ciento. 2. Ya no se requiere que los nales; a todos los católicos dentro de la Las parroquias pueden proporcio- párrocos y ministros extraordi- c. Las parroquias pueden pro- Se está logrando un excelente progreso Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma City nar un área / sección de distanci- narios de la sagrada comunión porcionar un área / sección de Las actualizaciones en el Santuario del Beato Stanley Rother que continúen siendo caritativos amiento social para los feligreses se desinfecten los dedos después distanciamiento social para los en Oklahoma City. La colocación del acero, y respetuosos con los feligreses y que pueden permanecer vulnera- de distribuir la comunión en la participantes en las recepciones en su mayor parte, se ha completado, se visitantes mientras mantienen un bles; si se proporciona un área lengua. patrocinadas por la parroquia (a del Santuario ha comenzado la estructura de la iglesia ambiente acogedor. La arquidióce- de distanciamiento social, se del santuario y se está construyendo la diferencia de las privadas) para sis continuará monitoreando requieren cubre bocas en estas Formación de Fe en Persona y cúpula. ¡Gracias a Dios! aquellos que puedan permanecer COVID-19 y hará ajustes a los áreas; Otros Ministerios Activamente, estamos buscando una vulnerables; si se proporciona un lineamientos y precauciones si es 4. Se permiten coros y cantos 1. Los cubre bocas son opcio- orden religiosa para proporcionar el minis- área de distanciamiento social, necesario. Gracias por su pacien- congregacionales; los cubre bo- nales; terio pastoral en el santuario. Mientras lle- vamos a cabo esta importante búsqueda, le cia. cas son opcionales 2. Las parroquias pueden pro- se requieren cubre bocas en es- pedimos que se una a nosotros en oración un área / sección de tas áreas. 5. Se permiten salas de llanto porcionar para que nuestro Señor proporcione sacer- La Misa y guarderías; distanciamiento social para los Escuelas dotes santos para este ministerio vital. 1. La dispensa para asistir a la 6. El cáliz puede ser reinsta- participantes que pueden perman- “La mies es mucha y los obreros pocos; misa dominical se elimina, a partir lado en las parroquias por los ecer vulnerables; 1. Todas las disposiciones y Rogad pues, pídele al Dueño de la mies del sábado 24 de abril de 2021. párrocos, pero no es obligatorio. 3. No se requieren exenciones precauciones vigentes perman- que envíe obreros a su mies” (Mt. 9: 37- 2. Se elimina el requisito de Si el cáliz se ofrece en una par- de COVID-19. ecen en pie para todas las es- 38). cubre boca provisional. El cubre roquia, siempre es opcional que cuelas católicas hasta el final Que nuestro Señor nos bendiga con san- bocas es opcional. Sea cortés los católicos lo reciban del cáliz; Recepciones y Encuentros Socia- del año escolar. tos ministros conforme a su propio corazón y respetuoso con los feligreses 7. Se podrá restablecer el les y al humilde corazón del Beato Stanley que pueden optar por usar o no Signo de la Paz. Tenga en cuen- 1. Se permiten reuniones so- Este documento sustituye y re- Rother. un cubre boca. Los feligreses ta que es posible que algunos ciales más numerosas en toda la emplaza documentos y lineamien- que están enfermos o que tienen feligreses no quieran volver a parroquia a plena capacidad; las tos anteriores. 14 May 9, 2021 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 9, 2021 15 Calendar Briefs This calendar only covers the two weeks between issue dates and may not reflect all of the calendar items. To see a full calendar, go to soonercatholic.org.

Please contact organizers before Golf tournament 2 – 4. MSM will provide a t-shirt, 878-5656. Cost is $30 for early May 13 Charismatic Catholic prayer 15 Sacred Heart Catholic School, 20 Feast of St. Bernardine of attending. Find more briefs at ar- St. James the Greater Catho- snacks and all materials needed bird registration or $35 at the meeting, 7 p.m., Catholic Pas- El Reno, Redbird Roundup, Siena. chokc.org/briefs. lic Church in Oklahoma City is for camp activities. Science ex- door. Lunch included. 9 Sixth Sunday of Easter. toral Center. Contact Elaine 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m., Den- hosting a golf tournament May 17 periments, music, blue crew fun, at (405) 358-3610, ny-Crump Rodeo Arena, El 20 Charismatic Catholic prayer Mask requirement remains in at Hidden Trails Golf and Country robotics, arts and crafts and more! Rachel’s Vineyard 9 Mother’s Day. [email protected]. Reno. meeting, 7 p.m., Catholic place until May 22 Club, 6501 S. Country Club Dr. in To register visit mountstmary.org A Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat Pastoral Center. Contact Archbishop Coakley has issued Oklahoma City. $100 per player; or contact Summer Camps Di- weekend is June 18-20 in Oklaho- 9 Pray the Rosary for Life, 6:30 14 Feast of St. Matthias. 16 The Ascension of the Lord. Elaine at (405) 358-3610, the final COVID guidelines for $200 sponsorships. Contact Joe rector Blake Gunter at bgunter@ ma City. This healing retreat is for p.m., 2453 Wilcox Dr., Nor- [email protected]. parishes. Masks are required to be Basnaro at (405) 664-5523. mountstmary.org. post-abortive women and men and man. Contact Connie Lang, 14 Pray the Rosary for Life, 9 16 Pray the Rosary for Life, 6:30 worn for all public Masses in the is a place where other people have (405) 249-1041, potato.lang@ a.m. Friday, 2453 Wilcox p.m., 2453 Wilcox Dr., Nor- 21 Feast of St. Christopher Ma- archdiocese until May 22. To find Abbot’s Table Marriage Encounter (Spanish) been through similar pain. E-mail gmail.com. Dr., Norman. Contact Connie man. Contact Connie Lang, gallanes and Companions. guidelines and other recources at Support St. Gregory’s Abbey The next Encuentro Matrimonial [email protected] to Lang, (405) 249-1041, potato. (405) 249-1041, potato.lang@ archokc.org/returntomass. at the 2021 Abbot’s Table 6 p.m. Mundial will be June 4 - 6 at the register. 10 Feast of St. Damien de [email protected]. gmail.com. 21 St. Gregory’s Abbey 2021 (7:45 p.m. virtual) May 21 at the Catholic Pastoral Center, 7501 Veuster. Abbot’s Table, The Skirvin First Friday Adoration Petroleum Club, 100 N. Broadway Northwest Expressway, Oklahoma Mission Monks Beef 15 Feast of St. Isidore. 17 Monthly Novena to the Infant Hilton, Oklahoma City, and Join the staff of the Catholic Ave. in Oklahoma City. Attend City. For more information, con- The Monks’ Marketplace at St. 12 Feast of St. Pancras. Jesus. Nine days of novenas virtual. Visit one.bidpal.net/ Pastoral Center on the first Friday in-person or virtually. Virtual tact Roberto or Karina Carrizales Gregory’s Abbey in Shawnee now 15 Lay Missionaries of Charity, to the Infant Jesus of Prague. monksok. Contact Theresa at of every month for adoration and attendees can log-in from home at (405) 905-8049. sells high-quality Mission Monks 12 Feast of Sts. Nereus and the lay order of the Missionar- During the nine days, the (405) 878-5296 the Divine Mercy Chaplet in the at no charge, watch the program, Beef by the cut. Choose among Achilleus. ies of Charity of St. Teresa of novena prayers will be: Mon- Calcutta, meeting at 10 a.m. day-Friday following Noon St. Francis de Sales Chapel, 7501 donate and bid on the silent and Luncheon 4 Life ribeyes, T-bones, sirloins, vari- 21 Pray the Rosary for Life, 6:30 at Holy Innocents’ conference Mass, Saturday following 5 Northwest Expressway, Oklaho- live auction items. Wine and food The June Luncheon 4 Life is ous roasts, brisket, flank steak 12 Catholic War Veterans USA p.m., 2453 Wilcox Dr., Nor- room. Any lay person inter- p.m. Mass, and Sunday fol- ma City. Adoration is open to the packages also are available for 11:30 a.m. June 10 at Embassy and ground beef. Store hours are the Oklahoma Memorial Post man. Contact Connie Lang, ested in living a consecrated lowing 11 a.m. Mass. public. purchase for virtual attendees. Suites, 741 N. Phillips Ave., in Thursday and Friday 1:30 p.m. - 4 No. 168 will meet at 7 p.m., (405) 249-1041, potato.lang@ life is welcome to “come and Visit one.bidpal.net/monksok. Oklahoma City. Guest speaker: p.m. and Saturday- 9 a.m. - 11:30 Sunnylane Family Recep- gmail.com. see.” Contact Toni Harrelson St. James the Greater Cath- Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Contact Theresa at (405) 878-5296 Brian Hobbs, Baptist General a.m. and 1:30 - 4 p.m. tion Center, 3900 S.E. 29, 17 at (405) 694-1292, (405) 341- olic Church golf tournament. Youth Camp to donate auction items or pur- Convention of Oklahoma. RSVP Del City. Contact (405) 739- 22 Feast of St. Rita of Cascia. 2199 or tonimah@sbcglobal. Contact Joe Basnaro at (405) Sign up for summer camp! Visit chase Mission Monks Beef raffle at (405) 709-2714; respectlife@ Day of Reflection 0036, [email protected]. net. 664-5523. archokc.org/camp to see summer tickets. archokc.org. Day of Reflection, “In the Beauty Masks and social distancing 22 Oklahoma Knights of Colum- camp and family camp schedules. of Holiness: A Day of Reflection for required. bus annual golf tournament, 15 The Oklahoma City Com- 18 Feast of St. John I. There are opportunities available Golf tournament Artisans and Crafters” presented Golf Course at Cimarron Day of Reflection munity of Secular Carmel- to join the camp staff too! Knights of Columbus Council Day of Reflection, “Our Moth- by Br. Damian Whalen, O.S.B., is Trail, Perkins. Contact SK 13 Feast of Our Lady of Fatima. ites meets monthly at Little 18 Serra Club of Oklahoma City #5266 at St. Francis Xavier Cath- 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. July 24 at St. Pedro Velasco at (405) 614- er’s Heart: The Immaculate Trea- Flower, OKC. Anyone inter- meeting, 10:30 a.m., Catholic Luncheon 4 Life olic Church in Stillwater is hosting 4585, pedropvelascoe@gmail. sure of Love” presented by Abbot Gregory’s Abbey, 1900 W. MacAr- 13 Luncheon 4 Life, 11:30 ested in deepening prayer life Pastoral Center, 7501 North- The next Luncheon 4 Life is the 2021 Oklahoma Knights of com. Lawrence Stasyszen, O.S.B., is thur St., Shawnee. Limited to 32 a.m., Embassy Suites, 741 with community support, call west Expressway, OKC. Visit 11:30 a.m. May 13 at Embassy Columbus annual golf tournament 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. June 12 at St. attendees. Facial coverings and N. Phillips Ave., Oklahoma Vicky Caudell at (405) 637- serraokc.org. Suites, 741 N. Phillips Ave. in May 22 at The Golf Course at Ci- Gregory’s Abbey, 1900 W. MacAr- social distancing required. Attend- City. RSVP at respectlife@ 4611 or William Ginn at (405) Oklahoma City. Guest speaker: marron Trail in Perkins. Proceeds thur St. in Shawnee. Limited to ees must pre-register by e-mailing archokc.org; (405) 709-2714. 737-2024. 18 Suicide grief support group, Jennifer Goodrich, president and benefit The Center of Family Love. 32 attendees. Facial coverings and [email protected] or call (405) luncheons4life.com/oklaho- 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., St. CEO of Pivot. RSVP at respectlife@ Open to all golfers; four-player social distancing required. Attend- 878-5656. Cost is $30 for early ma-city. Francis, 1901 N.W. 18, OKC. archokc.org; (405) 709-2714. scramble with a shotgun start at ees must pre-register by e-mailing bird registration or $35 at the luncheons4life.com/oklahoma-city. 1:30 pm. $75 per player covers the [email protected] or call (405) door. Lunch included. green fee, cart, lunch, goody bag Pierce Ad_12x8_4-21.qxp_Pierce Ad 12x8 4/9/21 12:59 PM Page 1 Redbird Roundup and two drink tickets. Multiple Sacred Heart Catholic School sponsorship opportunities avail- in El Reno will host a Redbird able. Registration kofc5266.org/p/ Ranked the #1 Roundup 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. May resources. Contact SK Pedro Knights of Columbus 15 at the Denny-Crump Rodeo Velasco at pedropvelascoe@gmail. Independent and Assisted Living Arena in El Reno to benefit the com, (405) 614-4585. Agency in the Order in school. There will be live entertain- A Ministry of the Archdiocese ment from Jeremy Rowe, Cow Pat- Camp Rocket 2021 2015, 2017, 2018, ty Bingo, a winner’s choice raffle, Mount St. Mary Catholic High SAINT ANN 2019 and 2020. food trucks and a live auction. The School is hosting a variety of Trey Welker Chad McAuliff Bobby Stevens Troy Snow Devon Soukup live auction will consist of one-of- sports camps and a three-day Assistant General Agent MDRT, SKC MDRT MDRT MDRT, SKC a-kind classroom projects. Visit summer camp for all ages and RETIREMENT COMMUNITY MDRT, SKC 918-284-0685 405-534-0397 918-798-0012 405-505-6030 sacredhcs.ejoinme.org/roundup interests, Camp Rocket. Camp 405-850-4092 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] for more information and tickets. 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Catholic Daughters of the Americas The Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women, central region, thanked affiliates that participated in the collection drive for DragonFly home, a center for victims of human trafficking in Oklahoma. Con- tributing to the collection were St. James Catholic Church, St. Eugene Catholic Church, St. Francis Catholic Church, Catholic Daughters of America Court #1586, Christ the King Catholic Church, St. Theresa of Avila Catholic Church and St. John Nepomuk Catholic The Catholic Daughters of the Americas held their Oklahoma Church. The council collected State Convention April 24 at the Catholic Pastoral Center in more than $1,500 of goods, Oklahoma City. The newly elected board members are: gift cards and checks. Learn more about DragonFly at Fr. Jim Caldwell, State Chaplain thedragonflyhome.org. Photo Tess Cersovski, National Director provided. Debra Brzozowski, State 2nd Vice Regent Karin Dudash, State Regent Karen Huber, State 1st Vice Regent Karla Ludwig, State Secretary Jo Ella Newbury, State Treasurer Fr. Danny Grover was presented a travel Mass kit by the Knights of Columbus Assembly #3070 and Coun- cil #9901 on April 19 at St. Andrew Catholic Church in Moore. The kit was given in honor of Fr. Grover’s father, Dcn. Clyde Grover, who served at St. Andrew and died in 2020. Pictured are Ann Grover, Fr. Grover’s mother and widow of Dcn. Grover, Knights of Colum- bus members Don Casillo and Mike Ellis, St. Andrew pastor Fr. Jack Feehily and Fr. Grover. Photos Thomas Catholic Daughters of the Year. Photos provided. Maupin.

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