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Priests and deacons from the Diocese of Venice listen to a reading of a letter from Bishop Frank J. Dewane during the annual Chrism Mass March 26 at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice. (BOB REDDY | FC)

Taking the chalice, Rick Edney of Most Precious Blood Parish in Oviedo receives his first holy Communion during the celebration of the Easter Vigil March 30. (LINDA Carmelite Father Michael Driscoll, former pastor of St. Jude Parish now retired, celebrates Mass at sunrise Dedicated to the CALDWELL | FC) at Boca Raton South Inlet Park. (LINDA REEVES | FC) Journey of faith institution of Celebrating the priesthood culminates on Easter at sunrise More than 200 priests of the Diocese of Ven- Easter at home The sun coming up over the ocean peeked out ice in Florida stood in unity during the annual of the clouds just past 7 a.m. as fishing boats start- Chrism Mass as they renewed their commitment Rick Edney’s journey of faith to becoming Cath- ed coming out of Boca Raton South Inlet. to the priesthood before God. Epiphany Cathedral olic began while he was a civilian contractor on a A cross that was erected at the water’s edge took was nearly full March 26 including the lay faithful Navy ship in the Middle East. That’s where he met on a dramatic glow as a white cloth draped over it in attendance to witness this sacred Holy Week a chaplain who asked him point blank, “Do you flew in the wind. With a pink and purple sky as a tradition. want to become Catholic?” backdrop, Carmelite Father Michael Driscoll pro- The Chrism Mass takes its name from the most On March 30, Edney was one of eight people claimed that death is not necessarily the end, but eminent of the three holy oils which the Bishop who received the sacraments of initiation at the a beginning to new life as he celebrated the risen consecrates for use in the local churches through- Easter Vigil Mass. “I have experienced a lot of Christ during sunrise Mass at the seashore Easter out the following year. These oils are used in all things in my life,” Edney said. “... Still, becoming morning. parishes in the Diocese during the Sacraments Catholic is one of the most amazing and powerful “It is beautiful,” said St. Jude parishioner Dolo- of Baptism, Confirmation, Ordination and the things I have experienced.” res Hughes. “It is nice to see all the people here.” anointing of the sick. 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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CatholIC Days at thE CapItol International journey of faith culminates on Easter at home LINDA CALDWELL Another aspect of the Catho- of the Florida Catholic staff lic faith that attracted Edney is the universality of the Church, OVIEDO | Rick Edney’s jour- with 1.2 billion Catholics all ney of faith to becoming Catho- experiencing the same love of lic began while he was a civilian Christ and united in faith. contractor on a Navy ship in the “That is one thing I love about Middle East. That’s where he met the Catholic Church,” Edney a chaplain who asked him point said. “Wherever you go in this blank, “Do you want to become world, you are hearing the same Catholic?” message your On March EASTER SEASON brothers and 30, Edney was sisters are Three women from the Orlando Diocese the 50 days from the Sunday of take a moment for a photo during a one of eight hearing. You people who the resurrection (march 31) to Pen- will never be break at Catholic Days at the Capitol. tecost (may 19) are celebrated in (PHOTO COURTESY OF DAVID SCOTCHIE) received the lost.” sacraments of joy and exultation as one feast day, As he made indeed as one “great Sunday.” the initiation — t h e f i n a l Taking the chalice, Rick Edney of Most Precious Blood Parish in first eight days of thee aster Season baptism, holy preparations Oviedo receives his first holy Communion during the celebration make up the octave of easter and living the Communion of his spiri- of the Easter Vigil March 30. (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) are celebrated as solemnities of the and confirma- Lord (CB 371, 373). tual journey, tion — at the Edney looked path my life has taken,” Edney other but with the people of the faith through Easter Vigil back on the said. “I look forward to serving parish as well. Mass at Most Precious Blood many blessings in his life — his my Church and living my faith.” “My hope for them is that Parish in Oviedo. family, including his daughters, Father Scott Circe, pastor of they recognize that this is just political “I have experienced a lot of Megan and Alexa, who was an Most Precious Blood, said this the beginning of their faith things in my life,” Edney said. “I altar server at the Easter Vigil, year’s catechumens formed a journey and that they continue action have traveled around the world and his good job and his faith. special bond during their spiri- to grow in and share their faith,” and have been blessed with a “I am very humbled by the tual journeys, not only with each he said. n JEAN GONzALEz wonderful family and job. Still, of the Florida Catholic staff becoming Catholic is one of the most amazing and powerful things I have experienced.” ORLANDO | Kim Taylor admits she is Raised by parents who were not a politically inclined person, but that Southern Baptist, Edney, 49, didn’t stop her from participating in the was introduced to the Catholic Catholic Days at the Capitol March 19-21 in faith after “marrying” into the Tallahassee. Church 27 years ago. And the first-time participant was glad “I have always been intrigued she did because it helped her live her faith by the unwavering faith and as a Catholic and be a voice for life. During happiness of my wife, (Kim), and the annual three-day event, she along with her family,” he said. “I wanted to almost 330 Catholics from across the state be part of it as well.” visited with their local state representatives Last year, Edney began at- and senators to advocate issues of concern tending formation classes to to the Catholic Church. Sponsored by the become Catholic. He said his Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops, journey has been made more the lobbying arm of Florida’s bishops, par- memorable by the fact that, ticipants discussed with Florida Legislators through his career, he has been four specific issues outlined by the confer- able to visit many of the places ence. (See sidebar, Page 5.) mentioned in the Bible, such as Going to the Capitol can be intimidat- the place where Moses parted ing when someone doesn’t feel in the know the Red Sea to lead the Israelites or well-versed in political lingo. But Taylor to freedom. “Walking the same said the most impressive aspect of the event places as Moses and others in the Bible made my journey even At the beginning of the Easter Vigil Mass, parishioners at St. James Cathedral hold candles lit PLEASE SEE CAPITOL, 9 more moving,” he said. from the paschal candle, which symbolizes the light of Christ, rising in glory. (JACQUE BRUND | FC) April 5-18, 2013 Florida Catholic Your Orlando community 2

Holy week

Father Christopher Hoffman, pastor of Our Lady of Hope Parish in Port Orange, washes the feet of a parishioner at the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday March 28, imitating the actions of Our Lord, Jesus Christ. (JACQUE BRUND | FC)

Bishop John Noonan baptizes Michelle Romo during the Easter Vigil Mass March 30 at St. James Cathedral in Orlando. (JACQUE BRUND | FC)

Father Gilbert Medina, pastor of St. Mary of the Lakes Parish in Eustis, leads parishioners in prayer during the Stations of the Cross on Good Friday, March 29. Nearly 200 faithful participated. (LINDA CALDWELL Bishop John Noonan, center, walks with the faithful through | FC) downtown Orlando to a nearby abortion clinic where they prayed for unborn children and their parents as part of a Holy Saturday morning prayer service and rosary procession on March 30. The prayerful march began at St. James Cathedral. (LINDA CALDWELL | FC)

Parishioners at Blessed Trinity in Ocala await their turn to make their confessions during the Diocese of Orlando’s Day of Reconciliation March 25. Thirteen priests were on hand to celebrate the sacrament of penance with the nearly 200 people during the evening service. Father Carlos Bedoya of St. Clare Parish in Deltona blesses palms during a Palm Sunday Mass March 24. Most parishes throughout the diocese held morning, afternoon or (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) evening services in preparation for Easter. (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) 3 Your Orlando community Florida Catholic April 5-18, 2013 Many opportunities for prayer on Divine Mercy Sunday LINDA CALDWELL Lake County DIVINE MERCY of the Florida Catholic staff • Blessed Sacrament, Clermont: praying the chaplet, exposition of CHAPLET ORLANDO | On April 7, Catho- the Blessed Sacrament, Benedic- 1) Begin with the sign of the cross. lics worldwide will celebrate Divine tion, 2 p.m. Mercy Sunday. This observance of • St. Faustina, Clermont: expo- 2) Recite one Our Father. the Church stems from Sister Maria sition of the Blessed Sacrament, 11 3) Recite one Hail Mary. Faustina Kowalska, a poor, Polish a.m.; blessing of the image of Divine 4) Recite the Apostles’ Creed. sister of the Congregation of Sisters Mercy, readings from St. Faustina’s 5) Pray: “Eternal Father, I offer of Our Lady of Mercy. In the 1930s, diary, 2:30 p.m.; praying the chaplet, you the body and blood, soul and Jesus appeared before Sister Kow- Benediction, litany and veneration divinity of your dearly beloved Son, alska and commanded her to write of the image of Divine Mercy, 3 p.m. Our Lord Jesus Christ, in atonement down everything he wanted his • St. Mary of the Lakes Parish, for our sins and those of the whole people to know about God’s mercy Eustis: Mass, 3 p.m. world.” and love. Her writings were record- • St. Paul Parish, Leesburg: ado- 6) Pray the following 10 times: “For ed in a 600-page diary, which is now ration, meditation, singing chaplet, the sake of his sorrowful Passion, sold around the world. 3 p.m. have mercy on us and on the whole In 2000, Pope John Paul II canon- world.” ized Sister Kowalska and designated Marion County 7) Repeat steps four and five for that Divine Mercy Sunday would • St. John the Baptist Par- each decade of the rosary. be celebrated on the Second Sun- ish, Dunnellon: exposition of the 8) Conclude by praying three times: day of Easter. According to Church Blessed Sacrament, 1 p.m.; singing “Holy God, holy Mighty One, holy teachings, those who participate in of chaplet, 3 p.m. Immortal One, have mercy on us and feast celebrations, go to confession • Queen of Peace Parish, Ocala: on the whole world.” within 20 days of the feast, receive Liturgy of the Word, homily, praying holy Communion on the feast day, the chaplet, Benediction, 3 p.m. pray for the pope’s intentions and • St. Anthony Parish, Lakeland: extend mercy to others will receive O range County praying the chaplet, adoration, a “plenary indulgence,” a gift of di- • St. Charles Borromeo Parish, Benediction, 3 p.m. vine mercy from God, removing the Orlando: exposition of the Blessed • St. John Neumann Parish, effects of confessed, forgiven sins. Sacrament, prayer and meditation, Lakeland: adoration, 2 p.m.; praying Parishes throughout the Dio- 2:30 p.m.; praying the chaplet, Bene- the chaplet and Benediction, 3 p.m. cese of Orlando will recognize this diction, 3 p.m. blessed day by scheduling special • St. James Cathedral, Orlando: Se minole County devotions and prayer services. The exposition of the Blessed Sacra- • All Souls Parish, Sanford: ex- following parishes, listed by county, ment, blessing of the image of the position of the Blessed Sacrament, have provided event information to Divine Mercy, proclamation of the sacrament of penance, veneration the Florida Catholic for publication. Gospel, singing of chaplet, Benedic- before the image of the Divine Mer- tion, 3:30 p.m. cy, rosary, and Benediction, 1 p.m. Brevard County • St. Margaret Mary Parish, • Annunciation Parish, Al- • Holy Spirit, Mims: sacrament Winter Park: Benediction and tamonte Springs: praying the chap- Polish Sister St. Faustina Kowalska is depicted with an image of Jesus of penance, 1:45 p.m.; Mass, 2:30 prayer, 3 p.m. let, venerating the image of the Di- Christ the Divine Mercy. (NANCY WIECHEC | CNS) p.m. vine Mercy, sacrament of penance, • Our Lady of Grace, Palm Bay: Po lk County 2 p.m. Volusia County rament of penance, 2 p.m.; praying veneration of the image of Divine • Resurrection Parish, Lake- • Sts. Peter and Paul Parish, • Our Lady of the Lakes Parish, the chaplet, 3 p.m. Mercy, adoration, 1:30 p.m.; sacra- land: exposition of the Blessed Sac- Winter Park: praying the chaplet Deltona: adoration and meditation, • St. Peter Parish, DeLand: ment of penance, 1:45 p.m. rament, Benediction, and praying and adoration, 3 p.m. 3 p.m. praying the chaplet, meditation, the chaplet, 3 p.m. • St. Clare Parish, Deltona: sac- homily and Benediction, 3 p.m. n Local priest at St. Peter’s Square for papal inauguration

LINDA CALDWELL love. You don’t quite see that on TV, out of his vehicle to kiss and bless a Father of the Florida Catholic staff but when you see him in person, severely handicapped man. “It was John Giel you feel a sense of love. It was a very a touching moment,” he said. joined ORLANDO | Standing shoul- spiritual experience.” Another notable moment oc- nearly der to shoulder with his brothers Father Giel and Steven Bradley, curred as “people were glued to the 250,000 faithful at and sisters in Christ, Father John a parishioner at St. Paul Parish who big screens” to watch Pope Francis, the inau- Giel, vicar general and chancellor arranged for the trip just days be- accompanied by the cardinals, ar- guration of canonical affairs for the Diocese fore the Inauguration Mass, arrived riving at the tomb of St. Peter, cen- of Pope of Orlando, and pastor of St. Paul at St. Peter’s Square two hours prior sing it and praying before process- Francis Parish in Leesburg, was among to the start of the celebration. Father ing to the altar at St. Peter’s Basilica. March the estimated 250,000 faithful who Giel said that early on, spirits were “It was completely silent during 18 at St. packed St. Peter’s Square in Rome high as music and prayers filled the the entire presentation,” Father Peter’s March 19 to celebrate the inaugu- air and Catholics from around the Giel said. “It was very reverent and Square ration of Pope Francis. Father Giel world celebrated together. At one prayerful.” in Rome. said the ceremony and accompa- point, Father Giel spoke with a girl Still, Father Giel said one of the (COURTESY nying celebration of Mass were from Argentina, who knew the pope most beautiful moments of the day | FATHER joyful and spiritual events, marked personally from his days as arch- happened at the end of Mass when JOHN GIEL) with highlights at the hand of the bishop of Buenos Aires. Pope Francis paid reverence to the Holy Spirit. When Pope Francis arrived Blessed Virgin Mary and the con- Reflecting on the day’s events, steps, guided by the Holy Spirit, in “It was a wonderful experience,” around 8:30 a.m., cheers erupted at gregation broke out in song, sing- Father Giel said he sees Pope Fran- the Church. The decision made by said Father Giel, who at one point a “fever pitch” as the crowd clam- ing “Salve Regina.” He said in the cis as a pope for the world. the cardinals to elect Francis was stood about 200 feet away from ored for a glimpse and a blessing United States, the song is generally “He brings a new hope, a new centered on prayer more than any- Pope Francis as he moved through from the new pontiff. Father Giel only sung by priests because it is understanding to the Catholic thing else, and that is what we really the crowd. “When you see this man, witnessed firsthand Pope Francis’ in Latin. Hearing the laity sing the Church,” he said. “I think we are have to see — God’s spirit at work in you get a sense of compassion and widely publicized act of stepping holy song touched the priest’s heart. in for some change, some positive our lives and in our Church.” n April 5-18, 2013 Florida Catholic Your orlando communitY 4

f then you were raised with Christ, seek what is above, where Christ is seated at the right ‘Ihand of God. Think of what is above, not of what is on earth. For you have died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ your life appears, then you too will appear with him in glory.’ — Col 3:1-4 Florida Catholic Diocese of orlanDo Vol. 74, no. 11 What to learn from the triduum My Sisters and Brothers in have become the palms of wel- the sanctuary and understand, 50 East Robinson St. oFFiciAL P.O. Box 1800 Christ, come on Palm Sunday as we greet through the ages, the gift of these Orlando, FL 32802-1800 The triduum is a most beauti- Jesus fully after these 40 days of APPointmEntS instruments of anointing? Were 407-246-4800 Fax 407-246-4942 ful time for all Catholics. We cel- preparation through prayer, fast- you able to listen to the word of ebrate in word and ritual the most ing, almsgiving. 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200-MILE MARCH FOR FARMWORKER RIGHTS

Above left, farmworkers and advocates march through Lakeland March 17 as part of the 200-mile “March for Rights, Respect and Fair Food” event aimed at increasing awareness of farmworker issues, namely poor working conditions and low pay. The march began March 3 at Jesus the Worker Mission in Fort Myers and wound its way through several communities, stopping at area parishes along the way, until participants ultimately reached the Publix headquarters in Lakeland with the hope of convincing the Florida-based grocery chain to honor the Fair Food Program. The event was sponsored by the Coalition of Immokalee Workers, a community-based farmworker organization. Above right, Bishop John Noonan blesses Lucas Benitez, co-founder of the Coalition of Immokalee Workers, March 16, at St. Joseph Parish in Lakeland, as Deborah Stafford Shearer, right, director of the diocesan Office of Advocacy and Justice, observes. (PHOTOS BY RANDY HALE | FC) Our Saviour Parish relishes monumental effort Linda Caldwell Bishop Noonan told the dozens of that our faith in Jesus and our local effort to bring the more than grand Knight. He added that stag- of the Florida Catholic staff parishioners gathered March 8 to proud proclamation of God’s holy 5-foot-tall structure to the parish ing the monument also entailed celebrate the blessing and dedi- commandments will serve as a campus. Within four months of hours of landscaping and beauti- cocoa beach | As he blessed cation of the monument. “This is fitting witness to our community the campaign’s November 2011 fication efforts to create the spiri- the new granite monument en- how we follow the Lord. and to the whole world that God launch, the organization was able tual environment in which it now graved with the Ten Command- “We come together this evening is sovereign and his laws are to be to raise the needed funds, mainly stands. ments and the Beatitudes at Our to dedicate this monument to that obeyed.” through personal donations, to “We see children sitting in front Saviour Parish, Bishop John great event when God established Inspired by Project Moses, a na- purchase the monument. of the monument, studying the Noonan encouraged parishioners his law before Israel, so that they tional campaign to restore respect “Now that the monument is Ten Commandments,” he said. to see the structure not as a mere might have life and to prepare for to the Ten Commandments by here and we have had an oppor- “They are using it as part of class- piece of stone but rather as a sym- them the coming of Jesus Christ,” erecting monuments, the Knights tunity to enjoy it, you can’t believe es at the school. The monument bol of God’s commands to them. he continued. “Through this of Columbus Council 4826 at Our how inspiring it has been for our is truly one of the crown jewels of “These are the words of God,” monument, we can be confident Saviour Parish spearheaded the parishioners,” said Dave Westner, our parish grounds.” n

Bishop John Noonan prays before blessing the new granite monument engraved with the Ten Commandments March 8 at Our Saviour Parish in Spiritan Father Kiskama Lemor, parocial vicar at Our Saviour Parish, blesses the Ten Commandments monument as Cocoa Beach. (PHOTOS BY LINDA CALDWELL | FC) parishioners look on. April 5-18, 2013 Florida Catholic Your orlando communitY 6 Prayer is important to state basketball champs Michael harker the diocese, winning the Florida Special to the Florida Catholic StAtE cHAmPS High School Athletic Association Three high school girls’ sports pro- Class 3A state championship game DAYTONA BEACH | The Father grams from the Diocese of Orlando Feb. 21 at The Lakeland Center in Lopez Catholic High School girls have won state championships Lakeland. It marked the culmina- basketball team are Florida Class this school year. In February, Father tion of the team’s toughest schedule 3A champions and the team worked Lopez Catholic High school won the to date, and its first state champion- hard and prayed hard to succeed. Florida Class 3A championship in ship since 2005. Throughout the season, the team girls basketball, and Trinity Catholic “Our goal coming into the sea- huddled together and prayed the High School won the Florida Class son was definitely to win the state Prayer to Our Guardian Angel, ask- 2A championship in girls soccer. championship in our class,” Ride- ing that their angel “be at my side, Bishop Moore Catholic High School nour said. “We put that schedule to- won the Florida Class 4A champion- to light and guard, rule and guide.” ship in November 2012. gether to get ready for the playoffs.” It has been a spiritual tradition ever The 44-40 championship victory since Brad Ridenour has served as came against top-ranked Miami girls basketball coach for 12 years. the prayer was a highlight during Country Day High School. While “Different teams pray in their her four-year career at Father Lo- Father Lopez High School trailed own ways,” said Ridenour, who has pez. for most of the 32-minute game, the coached two state championship “Faith is particularly important Green Wave was sparked by senior teams. “I asked my first team how to our team and me because it’s Simone Brown, who scored nine of they wanted to pray, and this is how God’s will that is done through our her 17 points in the final five-and-a- they wanted to pray.” actions,” she said. “We play for his half minutes. Leading the team in Like other athletic programs in glory, we pray for his protection, for scoring was senior Ashley Folsom the Diocese of Orlando, Father Lo- our health and that nobody gets in- with 18 points. Folsom was named pez girls basketball players pray to- jured. We never really pray that we the game’s most valuable player. gether before practice or games as a win; we always pray for God’s will Father Lopez, which entered the testament to their Catholic faith. to be done. game ranked second in the state, Throughout the season, players also “The Our Guardian Angel prayer, ended its season with a 27-5 record. offer up intentions, inside the locker I think, connects everybody who Miami Country Day finished 28-2. room and on the sideline, for them- has ever worn a Lopez uniform,” Three of the six Father Lopez se- selves and others. Shannon added. “We always pray niors will play NCAA Division I bas- Shannon Cranshaw is a senior and keep God first. It’s important ketball next year. Ashley will play at on the team and she has two older not just because we go to a Catholic the University of Southern Missis- sisters who also attended Father school, but because each of us on sippi in Hattiesburg; Simone will Shannon Cranshaw, a senior at Father Lopez Catholic High School Lopez. She remembers attending the team looks to God always.” play at Liberty University in Lynch- in Daytona Beach, dribbles the ball during the FHSAA Class 3A girls practices and listening as the team Father Lopez continued a strong burg, Va.; and Shannon will play at state basketball championship Feb. 21 in Lakeland. Father Lopez prayed the Prayer to Our Guardian trend this school year for high George Washington University in beat Miami Country Day High School 44-40. (COURTESY PHOTO) Angel as a little girl. Shannon said school girls’ athletic programs in Washington, D.C. n

MEAL PACKING Newsbriefs

Orlando insight into the challenges to re- say, “Rescuers: Marie and Emile ligious liberty in Florida and has Taquet,” is based on the real-life lawmaker been generous and courageous experiences of the husband-and- in seeking to address them,” said wife team who risked their lives to honored by Michael Sheedy, director of public save 80 Jewish children. Florida bishops policy for the Florida Conference “Learning about Marie and of Catholic Bishops. Emile Taquet was simply amaz- Florida House Majority Leader Precourt said he was honored ing,” she said. “What they did was Steve Precourt, District 44, a pa- to be recognized, adding, “Pro- so brave. I am extremely blessed rishioner of Holy Family Parish in tecting human dignity is one of and honored to have the oppor- Orlando, was among three state my foundational beliefs, a key tunity to write about this couple, legislators to receive a Florida motivator for getting into politics. who risked their lives to save 80 Conference of Catholic Bishops’ I will continue to fight for reli- Jewish children.” Defensor Award during Catholic gious freedom and liberty in our Kelly will be recognized with Days at the Capitol. He was pre- state, along with school choice other Creative Arts winners April sented with the Defensor Digni- initiatives and pro-life legislation. 7 during the Yom Hashoah Com- tatis, Defender of Dignity Award, Working alongside the Catholic memoration ceremony at the Jew- March 20 at the Civic Center in Church has been a rewarding ex- ish Community Center in Mait- Tallahassee. perience, and I am touched by this land. Precourt was recognized for his honor and all of the support I have defense of religious liberty and his received.” efforts to promote school choice. Subscribe Today! He sponsored the Religious Free- Student’s essay www.thefloridacatholic.org dom Act in 2010 and saw it to passage in 2011, where it became on the Holocaust Amendment 8 on last November’s receives an award 1-888-275-9953 ballot. The act was geared toward repealing and replacing Florida’s Kelly Hazlett, a seventh-grader Florida Catholic is published Blaine Amendment that places at Holy Name of Jesus Catho- 24 times a year in print state partnerships with religious lic School in Indiatlantic, won and online daily. organizations at risk. Precourt first place in the middle school Andrew, a senior at Father Lopez Catholic High School in Daytona Subscribe online at Beach, helps to package 20,000 meals March 25 for the people is also the founder of the Florida creative writing category of the of Burkino Faso in Africa. Students raised the funds for the meal- Legislature’s Religious Freedom Holocaust Memorial Center’s an- www.thefloridacatholic.org packing event which was sponsored by the school’s Peace Jam Club Caucus. nual Yom Hashoah Creative Arts Or call 1-888-275-9953 and Catholic Relief Services. (COURTESY PHOTO) “Leader Precourt had keen Contest. Her historical fiction es- 7 Your Orlando community Florida Catholic April 5-18, 2013 Catholics send love, prayers to military troops on Easter Linda Caldwell way feels good.” and greeting cards with personal of the Florida Catholic staff Carpenter was among members messages from parishioners. Sup- of the parish’s Council of Catho- plies are donated by parishioners ORLANDO | When Jeanette lic Women who packed 140 postal and local businesses, and enough Carpenter was a young Army wife, boxes March 9 at Blessed Trin- boxes are sent to a squad, allowing she baked cookies and sent them ity Parish for troops overseas. The every man and woman to receive to her husband when he served project, undertaken twice a year for their own package. overseas. The simple gesture of Thanksgiving and Easter, was the “Our hope is that these boxes kindness made her feel closer to inspiration of parishioner Pat Mat- will lift the spirits of the troops and her husband and to God. Today, the teson. She said the council’s efforts let them know that we are think- Blessed Trinity parishioner con- began with gift of cookies sent to a ing of them and praying for them,” tinues to reach out to the men and co-worker and members of his pla- Matteson said. “It is a good feel- women serving in the armed forc- toon, who were serving in Iraq. ing to be able to do something for es by helping pack care packages In the years that followed, the someone else, and they appreciate twice a year at her Orlando parish. packages have grown to include it so much.” “My husband served in the mili- cookies, popcorn, candy and other The troops have responded, A member of the Council of Catholic Women at Blessed Trinity Parish tary for 26 years, so I know what treats, as well as toiletries, socks, sending the women heartfelt thank- in Orlando packs a box of snacks that was sent to the troops for receiving a package, prayers and helmet caps knitted by a home- you notes as well as an American Easter. (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) well-wishes means to these men bound member, wipes and blank flag that flew in Afghanistan. and women, especially if they don’t note cards. Also, and most impor- “The military are a part of our know the person who sent the tantly, the packages contain words families,” said Betty Murray. “They package,” she said. “It means so and signs of faith and encourage- are protecting our country and us. much to me, too, when I read their ment — handmade and finger rosa- We thank them and we want them thank-you cards. Knowing that you ries, a holy medal with the face of Je- to know that they are not forgot- touched someone’s life in a positive sus, a copy of Guideposts magazine, ten.” n Reflection Spring break of service in the D.R.

Amanda Livermore Universtiy Special to the Florida Catholic of Central Florida student It’s a common assumption that Cristina college students spend their spring Rosado break beachside or at parties, tak- holds one ing a break from the demands of of the college. For some students from preschool the University of Central Florida students and Embry-Riddle Aeronautical from El University, along with other young Montazo adults, this spring break offered an Primary opportunity to work even harder by School serving children in Orlando’s sister during a diocese in the Dominican Republic. mission During two weeks in March, trip to the these young adults came together Dominican to teach music and sports to chil- Republic. dren who attend our five schools (COURTESY in the mountains of San Juan de la PHOTO) Maguana. Each day these college students would hike for more than an hour to reach the schools. From March 2 to March 9, the University of Central Florida group taught ele- mentary school children basic sing- ing techniques along with praise and worship songs, which had been translated into Spanish. At the end of each day, the children would put on a performance. They were so proud to share their gifts. It was over the Diocese of San Juan de la much about what it means to live beautiful to hear the voices of these Maguana. The last day of the camp on the fringe of society, forgotten by angels drift across the mountains. the Embry-Riddle students created the rest of the world. As we hear our

28930-0405 The Embry-Riddle students led a four-lane track and the children new pope speak of our call to care a weeklong sports camp March 16- ran relays. All the teachers were for the poor, we have the faces of 23 for the middle school children. spectators, cheering them on and these wonderful children in mind. n They taught sport skills and team- everyone had a blast. work which will serve these stu- I was blessed to witness young Livermore is manager of Young dents well when they compete later adults so selflessly giving their Adult Ministry, Office of Faith For- this month with students from all gifts. Each one of us learned so mation for the Diocese of Orlando. April 5-18, 2013 Florida Catholic Your Orlando community 8

to enhance their sacramental DIOCESAN EVENTS marriage and strengthen this DIOCESAN EVENTS WITH SUBMISSIONS indissoluble covenant to one Extraordinary minister of BISHOP JOHN NOONAN The Florida Catholic welcomes another. holy Communion training: calendar items of coming events The Diocese of Orlando • Saturday, April 13, Diocese of Bishop Grady Villas 27, St. Margaret Mary Parish, for your parish, school, diocesan Orlando Chancery, 50 E. Robinson Office of Liturgy will present “Achieving Their Dreams’ 526 N. Park Ave., Winter Park. entity or Association of the Faithful. St., Orlando. 407-246-4865. breakfast: Friday, April 26, Mass celebrated by Bishop several workshops for those To submit a calendar item for • Saturday, April 20, 8:30 a.m., Ballroom at Church Noonan at 9 a.m. Workshop who are currently serving or consideration, please visit www. those interested in serving. All Resurrection Parish, 3855 S. Florida Street, 225 S. Garland Ave., follows with special sessions workshops are 9 a.m.-noon Ave., Lakeland. 863-646-3556. Orlando. Join Bishop Noonan on nurturing vocations in the orlandodiocese.org/comm-resources/ and are held in Spanish where • Saturday, May 4, Blessed for the annual fundraising home in addition to focusing event-submission. Unfortunately not noted. 407-246-4860, liturgy@ Trinity, 5 S.E. 17th St., Ocala. 352- breakfast to support the on parish vocations awareness all submissions can be printed due orlandodiocese.org. 629-8092. Villas. Reservations required. support teams. Presentations to space limitations. If you have any To R.S.V.P. or for more • April 13, Blessed Sacrament Conversion in the Year of include keynote speaker, questions, call 407-246-4924. information, contact Thurston Parish, 720 12th St., Clermont, Faith: Sunday, April 21, 11:30 seminarians and their parents. Marvin, 407-892-6078, ext. 202; available in Spanish. a.m.-3:30 p.m., St. Andrew Parish, Free. Contact Juanita Lacy, [email protected]. a relationship with God or to 801 N. Hastings Ave., Orlando. The Office of Vocations, 407-246- • April 20, St. Anthony Parish, increase knowledge of faith. For Church offers an opportunity for Vocation services 4875; or Bob Grudzinski, 321- 820 Marcum Road, Lakeland. information or to register: 407-671- those in ministry to evangelize on workshop: Saturday, April 269-4781. • May 11, Our Lady of Lourdes, 6322, www.sanpedrocenter.org. the sacredness of human life to 201 University Blvd., Daytona • “A Taste of Tradition: Blessed Beach. those in prison and jails as well as covenant to one another. 407-246- celebration: Sunday, April 21, advocate on behalf of the bishops John Henry Newman,” Thursday, Natural family planning: 4865. 11 a.m., Blessed Trinity Parish, 5 April 9, 7 p.m. Presented by Society Saturdays, April 13, May 18, 7 against the death penalty. Dale Rachel’s Vineyard post- S.E. 17th St., Ocala. A joyful and Recinella, a chaplain on death of Precious Blood Father Ben p.m., St. Mary Magdalen Parish, abortion retreat: May 17-19, fun-filled celebration honoring the Berinti. The five-part series offers 869 Maitland, Altamonte Springs. row, is among the guest speakers. San Pedro Spiritual Development parish’s history. Begins with Mass, Cost: $10. Contact Advocacy and a “meet and greet” with some Lean how to achieve and avoid Center, 2400 Dike Road, Winter followed by food, music, games of Catholicism’s most interesting pregnancies without drugs, devices Justice Office, 407-246-4819, Park. This confidential retreat and more. 352-629-8092. advocacyjustice@orlandodiocese. ancestors. Cost: $15 per session; $65 and surgeries. Each class is two offers a safe, non-judgmental Natural family planning: for the series. sessions. Contact Family Life Office, org. environment where women Saturdays, May 18 and June 22, • Senior day: “Embracing the 407-246-4865; or Greg and Barbara Renovacion Conyugal: and men find healing and 9:30 a.m., Blessed Trinity Parish, Second Half of Life,” Thursday, Nelsen, 407-260-8679. Friday, April 26-Sunday, April 28, reconciliation for their painful 5 S.E. 17th St., Ocala. Lean how Diocese of Orlando Chancery, 50 E. April 11, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Presented “Evangelizing youth and experience of abortion. to achieve and avoid pregnancies by Franciscan Father Giles Schinelli. families: Engaging a new Robinson St., Orlando. Weekend Contact Karen, 321-662-5097 without drugs, devices and marriage enrichment retreat in A look at the maturing process we generation of disciples” workshop: or [email protected]. surgeries. John and Rhoda experience as we grow in age and Tuesday, April 9, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Spanish, designed to help couples Additional information, www. Podlaski, 352-867-1015. strengthen their relationships faith. How do we pass on what we Chancery, 50 E. Robinson St., rachelsvineyard.org or Office of Concert: Wednesday, April learn? Cost: donation suggested. Orlando. Ministry leaders working and marriage. Contact Digna Advocacy and Justice, 407-246- 24, St. Paul Parish, 1330 Sunshine Montanez, 407-246-4882, • “A Taste of Tradition: Teresa with youths and their families are 4820. Ave., Leesburg. This free program [email protected]. of Avila,” Thursday, May 7, 7 p.m. invited to attend. Presented by the will feature Giovanni Pergolesi’s Center for Ministry Development. Catholic Charities “Derby Presented by Society of Precious “Stabat Mater” performed by Blood Father Ben Berinti. Cost: $15 Share new energy and learn new Day”: Saturday, May 4, 4-8 p.m., COMMUNITY the St. Paul Women’s Ensemble. methods and resources. Cost: $54, Santa Fe Catholic High School, per session; $65 for the series. Counter-tenor Hector Gonzalez • Senior day: “Healing,” includes lunch and materials. To 3110 Highway 92 E., Lakeland. EVENTS is the featured soloist. Also register, [email protected]. Benefits many Catholic Charities Thursday, May 11, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Wade Tower concert: Saturday, performing are Carol Guglielm, Presented by Society of Precious Webinar: Wednesday, April of Central Florida programs. The soprano, and Stephanie Hutchison, 10. “Using the Parish Website to Derby will be broadcast live, and April 20, 7 p.m., Immaculate Blood Father Ben Berinti. Cost: Conception Parish, 3780 S. A1A, mezzo-soprano, both cantors at donation suggested. Power Adult Faith Formation,” there will be food, pre-Derby the parish. 352-787-6354. racing games, and silent and live Melbourne Beach. Features music Emmaus retreat for young presented by Jonathan F. Sullivan, 32nd annual National director of catechetical services auctions. Wear your favorite hat of Frank Sinatra, Michael Buble’ adults: May 3-5, San Pedro for prize opportunities. Tickets: $75 and others. Cash bar, snacks and Convocation of Jail and Prison Spiritual Development Center, for the Diocese of Springfield, Ministry: Sunday-Tuesday, May Ill. Free webinar will assist per person; must be reserved by desserts available when doors 2400 Dike Road, Winter Park. The April 26. Contact 407-246-4823. open at 5:30 p.m. Tickets: $25 19-21, Drury Inn & Suites, 7301 retreat focuses on the passion of parish catechetical leaders in W. Sand Lake Road, Orlando. strengthening their website and for general admission; $30 for Jesus and its application in daily Convalidation workshop: Keynote speaker: Sister Helen other online platforms. Sponsored reserved seats while supplies life, and helps young adults ages Saturday, May 4, St. Margaret Mary Prejean, author of “Dead Man by Diocese of Orlando Office of last. Proceeds benefit the Father 18-40, married or single, walk Parish, 526 Park Ave., Winter Park. Walking.” Hosted by the Diocesan Faith Formation, and the Adult Joseph A. Nolan Education Fund. closer to Christ and each other. Recommended for couples who Council of the St. Vincent de Paul Faith Formation Committee of Tickets available at parish office, Emmaus community is invited to have been civilly married longer Society. Theme: “Building Bridges the National Conference for than two years. Couples married www.tastetoasttunes.org, or closing Mass May 5, 4 p.m. Cost: Catechetical Leadership. Space 1-888-71-TICKETS. Contact 321-725- … Not Walls.” Reservations by $80, includes meals, lodging. two years or less are encouraged May 10. For registration and is limited. For reservations: to attend a Pre-Cana workshop 0552. Contact Neil Kuchman, 407-312- information, www.svdporlando. www2.gotomeeting.com/ retreat. 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CatholiC Days at the Capitol Celebrating Easter at sunrise

Three women from the Orlando Diocese take a moment for a photo during a break at Catholic Days at the Capitol. Carmelite Father Michael Driscoll, former pastor of st. Jude Parish now retired, celebrates Mass at sunrise at Boca Raton south (PHOTO COURTesY OF DaVID sCOTCHIe) Inlet Park. (lINDa ReeVes | FC) LINDA REEVES ple here. It all began with a few people, and out of the ocean and into the sky. of the Florida Catholic staff the numbers continue to grow.” “I have been coming for three or four living the The sunrise Mass was one of millions years,” said St. Jude parishioner Lisa Cas- BOCA RATON | The sun coming up over of celebrations held on Easter morning to tellano when asked about the Mass on the the ocean peeked out of the clouds just past proclaim the good news of the Savior, Jesus beach. “I think it is awesome. It is a good way faith through 7 a.m. as fishing boats started coming out of Christ. Before a crowd of more than 1,000 to evangelize.” The public celebration cap- Boca Raton South Inlet. people wearing sandals and wrapped in tures the attention and hearts of many living A cross that was erected at the water’s jackets and blankets, Father Driscoll, retired and staying in the area and using the beach, political edge took on a dramatic glow as a white cloth pastor of St. Jude, reminded all of Christ’s who might not otherwise go to a celebration draped over it flew in the wind. With a pink forgiveness and mercy, and encouraged all or receive the word of Christ. “You never and purple sky as a backdrop, Carmelite Fa- to turn away from sin and to begin a new life know,” Castellano continued. “We hope that action ther Michael Driscoll proclaimed that death in Christ. people will come back next year.” JEAN GONzALEz is not necessarily the end, but a beginning People strolling along the beach at Boca Father Driscoll had to meet challenges of of the Florida Catholic staff to new life as he celebrated the risen Christ Raton South Inlet Park stopped to look as the tides and the strong, gusting winds that during sunrise Mass at the seashore Easter they saw Christians gathered in prayer. blew his vestments and the makeshift altar. morning. Faithful threw hands in the air, and others “I have been doing this for 21 years,” he ex- ORLANDO | Kim Taylor admits she is “It is beautiful,” said St. Jude parishioner cried as Bernie Shanahan played the guitar plained. “It began with about 100 people. We not a politically inclined person, but that Dolores Hughes. “It is nice to see all the peo- and sang “Amazing Grace” as the sun rose now have about 1,000.” n didn’t stop her from participating in the Catholic Days at the Capitol March 19-21 in Tallahassee. And the first-time participant was glad Chrism Mass exemplifies unity she did because it helped her live her faith as a Catholic and be a voice for life. During LINDA REEVES the annual three-day event, she along with of the Florida Catholic staff To read Bishop Barbarito’s homily, see Page 4. almost 330 Catholics from across the state visited with their local state representatives PALM BEACH GARDENS | Here in the diocese, Paul of the Cross in North Palm Beach, one of nearly and senators to advocate issues of concern Holy Week began with a beautiful celebration, the 1,000 on hand for the celebration. “All the priests are to the Catholic Church. Sponsored by the Chrism Mass or the Mass of the Oils, March 26 at here, and it gives us the oils to take back to the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops, the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, reminding all parishes.” the lobbying arm of Florida’s bishops, par- of their oneness in Christ through baptism. During the Chrism Mass, Bishop Barbarito ticipants discussed with Florida Legislators Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito was main celebrant blessed oils in three multi-gallon containers, four specific issues outlined by the confer- of the Mass, which brought together clergy from transforming them to holy chrism oil, the oil ence. (See sidebar, Page 5.) throughout the Diocese of Palm Beach, celebrated of the sick and the oil of catechumens. After Going to the Capitol can be intimidat- new Pope Francis and his humble nature and wit- Mass, the oils were distributed to the priests to ing when someone doesn’t feel in the know ness of service, offered renewal of vows for clergy, take back to their parishes for use in the com- or well-versed in political lingo. But Taylor and gave recognition to all called to vocations. ing year for blessings, anointings and adminis- said the most impressive aspect of the event “The Chrism Mass is so special after we start Holy tering sacraments. Week because it really brings us all together as one Please see cAPiTOL, 9 community,” said Patricia Booth, a parishioner of St. Please see chrism, 2 CNs FIle PHOTO April 5-18, 2013 Florida Catholic Your Palm beach community 2

Priests renew vows and commit- ments during the Chrism Mass March 26.

Priests recognized for commitments, milestones

Traditionally at the Chrism Mass, 20 years of priesthood 40 years of priesthood priests renew vows, and those • Father Thomas Barrett, pastor and • Father John D’Mello, St. Patrick marking special ordination rector, Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola Parish, April 7, 1973. anniversaries are acknowledged. Parish, Sept. 3, 1993. • Father Clem Hammerschmitt, pas- The Chrism Mass was celebrated • Father Jaime Dorado, administra- tor, St. Matthew Parish, May 12, 1973. March 26 at the Cathedral tor, San Juan Diego Pastoral Center, of St. Ignatius Loyola. Listed • Father Michael McNally, pastor, St. Fort Pierce, Jan. 30, 1993. below are the priests who Mark the Evangelist, Fort Pierce, May Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito blesses the oils during the Chrism Mass were recognized, along with • Father Theodore Ihedoro, July 30, 12, 1973. March 26. (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) the date of their ordination. 1993. • Father Jose Quijano, St. Vincent • Father Aidan Lacy, St. Mary Medi- de Paul Regional Seminary, Boynton cal Center, pastoral care, West Palm Beach, Dec. 28, 1973. CHRISM: ‘Beautiful ceremony’ celebrated One year of priesthood Beach, Dec. 5, 1993. From 1 a.m., at the cathedral. • Father Leonard Dim, St. Joseph • Father Tomasz Makowski, pastor, 45 years of priesthood Parish, Stuart, May 4, 2012. In the last moments of the cel- Mary Immaculate Parish, West Palm • Father Oscar Alonso, Poor Clerics ebration, Father Charles Notab- • Father Andres Mendoza Floyd, Beach, Dec. 17, 1993. of the Mother of God, Feb. 17, 1968. “It is a beautiful ceremony,” artolo made an unexpected an- Dec. 1, 2012. • Father Juan Rios of the Archdio- • Father Ronald Schulz, retired, Holy said Father Thomas Barrett, ca- nouncement. “We have one more • Scalabrinian Father Adriano cese of Miami, St. Vincent de Paul Spirit Parish, Lantana, June 2, 1968. thedral rector and a concelebrant recognition,” he announced. Tezone, Our Lady Queen of Peace, Regional Seminary, Boynton Beach, of the Mass. “It links all together “Bishop Barbarito has been with Delray Beach, May 1, 2012. April 16, 1993. 50 years of priesthood as a community. It brings all the us for 10 years.” • Father Nestor Rodriguez, pastor, • Father John G. Block, retired, Dio- priests together to renew vows.” Father Notabartolo presented Five years of priesthood St. Ann Parish, West Palm Beach, Sept. cese of Palm Beach, Dec. 18, 1963. The Chrism Mass is a key occa- the fifth bishop of the Diocese • Father Andrew Brierley, Holy Name 3, 1993. • Father Marjan Bober, May 25, sion in which the unity of the bish- of Palm Beach, appointed July 1, of Jesus Parish, West Palm Beach, April 1963. op with his priests is manifested 2003, by Pope John Paul II, with a 4, 2008. 25 years of priesthood • Father Kevin MacGabhann, June and renewed. Bishop Barbarito new crosier. Everyone applauded. • Father Elifete St. Fort, St. Luke Par- • Father Jacob Asiedu-Frempong, 13, 1963. addressed the priests, saying, “Are Bishop Barbarito ended celebra- ish, Palm Springs, Sept. 27, 2008. July 23, 1988. • Father John Morrissey, pastor, St. you resolved to renew, in the pres- tions by respectfully thanking all • Father José Crucet, Diocese of Sebastian Parish, Sebastian, Dec. 20, ence of your bishop and God’s holy who took part in making the cel- 10 years of priesthood Mantanzas, Cuba, Holy Name of Jesus 1963. people, the promises you once ebration possible. He walked over • Father Alfaro Jose of the Arch- Parish, West Palm Beach, July 25, • Father John O’Connor, June 1, made?” The clergy responded to the diocesan choir, and thanked diocese of Miami, St. Vincent de Paul 1988. 1963. with, “I am.” and blessed the musicians and Regional Seminary, Boynton Beach, • Father Edmund Prendiville, June At one point in his homily, choir members and leaders. Then, May 10, 2003. 30 years of priesthood 2, 1963. Bishop Barbarito reminded all of he humbly processed from the • Father Harold Bernard, Salesians • Carmelite Father Guy Fiano, St. the importance of priests. Without cathedral after the altar servers, of Don Bosco, St. Philip Benizi Parish, Jude Parish, Boca Raton, Oct. 8, 1983. them, there would be no sacra- deacons and priests, blessing and 55 years of priesthood Belle Glade, July 19, 2003. • Carmelite Father Timothy Johnson, ments. His powerful words also re- greeting all as he went down the • Msgr. Walter Birkle, May, 31, • Father Quesnel Delvard, Salesians July 16, 1983. minded priests of their important aisle holding his new crosier. n 1958. of Don Bosco, St. Juliana Parish, West • Msgr. Michael Muhr, Diocese of role serving Christ here on Earth. • Father Gilmond Boucher, Order of Palm Beach, May 24, 2003. St. Petersburg, St. Vincent de Paul “The priest has a special role Mary Immaculate, St. Francis of Assisi • Father David Downey, St. Luke Regional Seminary, Boynton Beach, in the life of the Church as a cus- Parish, Riviera, Sept. 15, 1958. Parish, Palm Springs, May 24, 2003. May 21, 1983. todian,” Bishop Barbarito ex- • Father Son Linh Hoang, St. • Father Raymond Hubert, retired, plained. “He is the custodian of Emmanuel Parish, Delray Beach, May Bernadette Parish, Port St. Lucie, May 35 years of priesthood the people entrusted to his care, 24, 1958. 31, 2003. • Father Charles Hawkins, pastor, the custodian of the sacraments • Father James Molgano, pastor, St. Ascension Parish, Boca Raton, June • Father Zigford Kriss, Dec. 20, of the Church and the custodian Martin de Porres Parish, Jensen Beach, 10, 1978. 1958. of the teaching of Christ. He must May 24, 2003. • Father Joseph Landauer, Aug. 15, • Passionist Father Damian Towey, carry out this ministry in humility • Father Raciel Trevino, St. Peter 1978. Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center, and with the goodness, tender- West Palm Beach, April 28, 1958. Parish, Jupiter, Feb. 22, 2003. • Father Jorge Perales, May 13, ness and strength of spirit which 1978. • Franciscan Father Samuel Zebron, Pope Francis emphasized. At this 15 years of priesthood St. Mark Parish, Boynton Beach, May Chrism Mass, I would like to re- • Father Francis Reardon, pastor, 24, 1958. • Father Vincent Byaruhanga, Aug. Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Boca flect upon this ministry of protec- 30, 1998. Raton, May 20, 1978. tor with my brother priests as we 60 years of priesthood • Father Brian Flanagan, pastor, St. • Father LeRoy Smith, May 27, renew our priestly commitment • Father Leonard Basinow, Dec. 20, Patrick Parish, Palm Beach Gardens, 1978. and carry forth from this cathe- 1953. dral the earthy oils we will use in May 8, 1998. • Franciscan Father Mark Szanyi, • Father Harold Buckley, June 6, caring for our people.” • Father François Ducasse, Our Lady pastor, St. Lucie Parish, May 6, 1978. 1953. At the end of the Mass, priests of Guadalupe Mission, Fellsmere, Sept. • Passionist Father Paul Wierichs, • Father James McEnery, May 14, celebrating milestone anniver- 26, 1998. director, Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito • Father D. Brian Horgan, Cardinal 1953. saries were recognized. Bishop blesses participants of the Center, West Palm Beach, May 18, Barbarito also recognized the four Newman High School, June 13, 1998. 1978. • Father John O’Hare, June 21, Chrism Mass as he processes out 1953. seminarians who are on their fi- of the cathedral. He is shown • Father John Pasquini, pastor, St. nal steps to the priesthood. He John of the Cross Parish, Vero Beach, with the new crosier presented May 8, 1998. thanked them for commitments, to him during celebrations in and invited everyone to their or- recognition of his 10 years of dination scheduled for May 4, 11 shepherding the diocese. 3 Your Palm beach communitY Florida Catholic April 5-18, 2013

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Launched in July www.proximotravel.com Carmela A. Dupuis -Executive Director 2003, the network is the first Cath- email: [email protected] 855-842-8001 olic television channel in Canada. Very Rev. Canon Thomas Skindeleski, left, pastor of St. Vincent Ferrer Father Rosica was main cel- Parish in Delray Beach stands beside Father Thomas Rosica during ebrant at Mass on the afternoon Mass March 24, Palm Sunday. (LINDA REEVES | FC) the of Palm Sunday, and afterward met with parishioners. He was one reporters and networks during accurate update on all that was of the last to see the cardinals as the coverage of the papal election transpiring,” said Very Rev. Canon they closed the doors of the Sistine and events that immediately pre- Thomas Skindeleski, pastor of St. River House Chapel to begin the work of elect- ceded the concave. “Father Rosica Vincent Ferrer Parish, who was de- restaurant ing a new leader for the Catholic did a superb job in providing the lighted to have Father Rosica as a Church. He worked with news English-speaking world with an guest. The River House opened its doors in September of 1984, with the Upstairs opening in May of 1986 becoming the most popular restaurant in the area. Feast of Divine asked to pray for the Holy Father, paign. Kindergarten students won Pope Francis. hands down, and were crowned Call us make reservations! Mercy is Sunday “penny princes and princesses,” re- 561-694-1188 The feast of Divine Mercy or Di- Students run ceiving bragging rites. The winners vine Mercy Sunday is April 7. 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St. Joseph Over the past five years, students of the feast, venerate the image of students raised funds through gift have participated in the “Run for the Divine Mercy and be merciful basket raffles and a schoolwide Life” campaign and raised nearly to others through actions, words competition to see which classroom $12,000. and prayers on their behalf. All are could raise the most for the cam- 2401 PGA Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens 561-775-0105 www.carmines.com ESSAY CONTEST WINNER Serving South Florida Owen Giulianotti, center, for over 40 years with the a sixth-grader at St. Helen Highest Quality & Service! School in Vero Beach, accepts an award for winning the Departments : Specializing In: Florida 2013 Daughters of the American Revolution • Meat • Custom Gift Baskets essay contest. 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BIshOp: Oils blessed at Mass; priests renew their commitments to serve

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The Holy Land and Petra

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They man High School students have learned that you have to learned a great deal about those who serve the underserved. call and talk to people.’ “I thought the project was fun,” said Michael Dulman, one of the — Franciscan Sister Joan 18 International Baccalaureate Dawson program students working on the “Youth Philanthropy Project,” a pilot house Café, along with other farm- program at Cardinal Newman initi- ers and members of the community ated by school leaders and Allegany who donate time, efforts, food and Franciscan Ministries, which has funds. He was at the presentation given millions to organizations and with Martha Lynn Weeks, man- programs that help the neediest. ager of Lighthouse Café. “I see a lot Students participating in a philanthropy project at Cardinal Newman High School present a donation Michael said the experience opened of leaders out there,” Hatton added March 11 to Paul Allen, left, vice president of R.C. Hatton and supporter and board member of Lighthouse his eyes and heart to many excel- as he praised the students for their Café, and Martha Lynn Weeks, manager of Lighthouse Café. The students presented $10,000 to the lent nonprofits working in the Palm project work and dedication. “God organization based in Pahokee as part of their work with representatives of the Allegany Franciscan Beach County area that he “didn’t bless you all.” Ministries. (LINDA REEVES | FC) know were in the area,” he said. “It Allegany Franciscan Ministries is is nice to help.” a Catholic program started in 1998 lanthropy projects like this in other Catholic schools perform acts of ers hope that students stay involved “Allegany Franciscan Ministries by the Franciscan religious sisters. It schools. “Our hope is that this goes philanthropy throughout the year with philanthropy for the long term. contacted us at the beginning of the financially assists the underserved way beyond this project,” he said. that go beyond monetary support “The young people are our fu- school year with the idea of a youth and poor in Florida. Since present- “The committee will be meeting to to provide time, talents and service. ture,” said Sister Dawson. “The philanthropy project,” said Peggy ing its first award of support 15 years see if we can do it in other schools.” However, students also give funds students are learning about phi- Skantar, Cardinal Newman cam- ago, the group has given more than Student Melissa Carabello said raised through projects and fund- lanthropy. They see that these (the pus minister and community ser- $60 million to more than 1,300 or- she learned a great deal about local raisers to charities and programs needy) are our brothers and sisters.” vice coordinator. She explained that ganizations serving those most in giving organizations, and she par- that help needy. n the school project was about helping need in the community. The min- ticularly liked working closely with The philanthropy project is in students learn how to identify com- istry’s annual grant-making bud- other students. “I learned a lot about keeping with the mission of dioc- For information about the philan- munity challenges and how to ad- get averages about $6 million, but charities in general,” she said. “I esan schools to educate the whole thropy project, contact Upendo Sha- dress them. Students also learned philanthropy goes beyond financial learned about working with others. person — spirit, mind and body bazz-Phillips, regional vice president about the process that charitable contributions. I really enjoyed it.” — and help students develop God- of Allegany Franciscan Ministries, at foundations undertake in order to Franciscan Sister Joan Dawson, Students at Cardinal Newman given talents according to the Gos- 561-802-9013 or ushabazzphillips@ grant funding. diocesan episcopal delegate for High School and other diocesan pel values of Jesus Christ. Organiz- afmfl.org. “Allegany Franciscan Ministries religious, is a member of the Al- Announcing made $10,000 available to the stu- legany Franciscan Ministries re- dents to allocate to an agency or gional commission, and she helped A BeAutifulA Catholic cemetery is a sacred place of organization of their choosing,” she with the school project and actu- honor and respect for those who have in added. “Members of the Allegany ally worked with students in the New gardendied and mausoleuma memorial to all who theare interred Franciscan Ministries board came classroom. Commission members there. It is blessed ground, fitting for to (religion) classes approximately Lisa Johnson of St. Rita Parish in Diocese someoneof Palm whose Beachbody was a temple of the every two weeks between Septem- Wellington and Tom Siccone of As- the beautiful new garden mausoleum at our lady Queen of Peace Catholic Holy Spirit on earth and now awaits the ber and the end of February, to guide cension Parish in Boca Raton also Cemetery is now ready for viewing by Diocese of Palm Beach residents. the students through the process.” guided the students, sharing their this addition is in responseresurrection to the over -whelming from the desire dead. for above- ground After seven months of research, knowledge of charitable gift-giving – Christian Burial Guidelines homework, interviews, presenta- and ministry selection. burial and the cost savings it provides. our lady Queen of Peace Cemetery tions and reflection, students col- “The students have come a long is managed by caring Catholics who understand your individual financial laborated, scored local nonprofits way. 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Federal Social: April 27, 12:30-3:30 donation, please consider whether Jean McKeen, president. Luncheon diocesepb.org. Highway, Boca Raton, as a way p.m., St. Juliana Parish hall, 4500 the organization supports partisan served. Reservations: 561-784-1523 Diocesan Marian festival: to remember the Holocaust S. Dixie Highway, West Palm public policy efforts, endorses or [email protected]. May 5, 2 p.m., Emmanuel Parish, and promote standing against Beach. Hosted by parish Council of political party candidates and Mother and daughter 15700 S. Military Trail, Delray anti-Semitism. 561-288-0489 or Catholic Women. Cards, games and agendas, and holds true to Catholic chastity programs: April 13, Beach. Theme: Our Lady, Guardian Marchofremembrance.boca@ desserts party. Theme: “Pineapples Church teaching, particularly girls ages 10-12 and mothers; April of the Faith. Parishioners and gmail.com. in Paradise.” Admission: $15 per as it pertains to the sacredness 14, girls ages 13-16 and mothers, students from all parishes are Shroud of Turin presentation: person at the door. 561-833-2350. and dignity of human life when invited to attend, display favorite 1:30-4 p.m., St. Clare Parish, 821 April 7, 4 p.m., St. Gabriel Parish, Presentation: May 23, 7-9 p.m., it comes to mission. Parish images of Mary, and join a Prosperity Farms Road, North 731 N. Ocean Blvd., Pompano St. Thérèse de Lisieux Parish, 11800 facilities should not be used to procession and recitation of the Palm Beach. Hosted by diocesan Beach. Sponsored by Cross Lake Worth Road, Wellington. promote, endorse or fundraise for Natural Family Planning Office rosary. Food and music follow the International, a worldwide organizations if their policies are prayer gathering. 561-496-2480. Presenter: Immaculee Ilibigazia, representatives, top experts and humanitarian relief organization who will share her story of survival contrary to Church teaching. The trained volunteers of Family Life Study week for deacons: June headquartered in Boca Raton. and faith during the genocide bishops of Florida have developed Ministry. Age appropriate. Cost: 2-9, St. Vincent de Paul Regional Admission: $15 at the door. in Rwanda. 561-784-0689 or charitable giving guidelines of $25 per family; $40 for both Seminary, 10701 S. Military Trail, Proceeds will provide assistance [email protected]. appropriate and inappropriate programs. Registration required. Boynton Beach. Theme: “The organizations/foundations. Please for the poor served by Cross Spiritual retreat for [email protected]. Documents and Theology of the International. 954-943-3684. physically challenged: June visit www.diocesepb.org and click Diocesan “Stand Up To Second Vatican Council.” 561-732- Pax Christi meeting: April on giving and then, charitable 4424. 7-9, Duncan Retreat Center, Bullying” rally: April 16, 7-9 p.m., 9, 7 p.m., St. Ann Parish, 310 N. 15820 S. Military Trail, Delray giving guidelines. Cardinal Newman High School, Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach. Beach. Organized by Achieve Permanent diaconate 512 Spencer Drive, West Palm Discussions: “Gaudium et Spes” Inspire Motivate Ministry (AIM), applications: Men interested in Beach. Sponsored by Office of Safe COMMUNITY from Vatican II. All are welcome. established by parishioners of St. applying for the next diocesan Environments. Displays of winning EVENTS 561-568-0124 or vjens2483@gmail. Joan of Arc in Boca Raton and part permanent deacon formation entries of diocesewide school anti- com. of the parish ministry. Weekend program are encouraged to speak bullying contests. Recognitions, Pax Christi statewide retreat: Charity golf tournament: retreat is open to people of all to pastors for permission and certificates and presentation April 6 and 7, 9:30 a.m., Duncan April 13, 11:30, Ironhorse Country faiths and provides one-on-one support. Visit www.diocesepb.org by Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito. Conference Center, 15820 Military Club, 8055 Ironhorse Blvd., West assistance to physically challenged. and go to the “Ministries” tab and Fun activities, raffle for contest Trail, Delray Beach. Facilitated Palm Beach. Benefits Ground Event is limited to 18 participants, Diaconate Ministry for program winners, refreshments. All are by Order of St. Benedict Sister Shelter for Homeless, a shelter and the program continues to application and information. 561- encouraged to attend. 561-775- Christine Vladimiroff, president for pregnant and parenting teens welcome volunteers. 561-441-0634. 775-9540. 9593 or [email protected]. of conference of Benedictine founded in 1980 by St. Ann Parish Men’s Scripture study and Birthline/Lifeline: Catholic Extraordinary ministers of Prioresses. Hosted by Pax Catholics. Cost: $125 per person discussion: Tuesdays 7-9 p.m., Charities ministry serving women holy Communion workshop: Christi Florida, a branch of the or $500 per foursome. All levels of Holy Name of Jesus, Holy Family and promoting life, located at 100 April 20, 9 a.m., St. Martin de international Catholic movement. players welcome. Prizes for winners Room, 345 S. Military Trail, West W. 20th St., Riviera Beach; 1200 E. and first hole-in-one. Lunch, golf, Palm Beach. Led by Deacon Jack Main St., Pahokee; 3452 Boynton Join other Catholics Visiting 9 National Parks! awards ceremony, silent auction, Hamilton. 561-722-6793. Beach Blvd., Boynton Beach; and dinner, auction. 561-776-9891. Prayer gathering: Fridays, 155 S.E. Third Avenue, Delray Biblical scholar talk: April 9:45 a.m., and Tuesdays, 3 p.m., Beach. For volunteer information and training, or information on Grand Canyon 20, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Thomas 8177 Glades Road, Boca Raton. National Parks University, 16401 N.W. 32 Ave., Pray with others for the end of contributing to the nonprofit, call Miami. Guest speaker: Dr. Adela abortion. 561-347-1636. 561-278-0880. Yarbro Collins, Yale University Prayer gathering: Fridays, Parish nurse meeting: Tour of the Golden West professor. Discussion: Paul and 5 p.m., on the sidewalks near A Open to all registered nurses what it means to rise from the Woman’s World Medical Center interested in health ministry. dead. Introductory lecture in St. that offers abortion services, 503 S. For dates, time and locations, 14 Days Anthony’s Chapel April 19, 7:30 12th St., Fort Pierce. Treasure Coast call Catholic Charities, Interfaith p.m.-9 p.m. Cost: free. Saturday’s rosary group leads rosary recitation Health and Wellness, 561-842- from$1199* lectures will explore the theme in for the end of abortion. 772-465- 2406, ext. 31; or email wellness@ more detail. Cost: $20. 954-434- 8298. catholiccharitiesdpb.org. 7676 or [email protected]. Protecting God’s children: Depart August 23, 2013 Annual “Night for the The Catholic Diocese of Palm Fly into Las Vegas for one night. Then you will begin your tour Children” auction and dinner: CONCERTS Beach is committed to the safety and visit landmarks in NINE NATIONAL PARKS. Witness the giant April 20, 6-11 p.m., St. Anastasia and protection of all children and vulnerable adults in its care. Redwood trees in Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, then School, 401 S. 33rd St., Fort St. Patrick Parish concert Victims of abuse are encouraged be amazed at the rock formations and waterfalls in Yosemite National Pierce. Theme: Arabian Nights. season: 13591 Prosperity Farms Appetizers, gourmet food stations Road, Palm Beach Gardens. All are to contact the diocesan victim Park. Visit majestic Lake Tahoe and Reno, stop in historic Virginia featuring authentic Mediterranean welcome. 561-626-8626. assistance coordinator Theresa City, Winnemucca and Wendover, Nevada. In Utah tour the world’s cuisine, live entertainment and • April 21, 3 p.m., Pipes PLUS Fretterd, 561-801-0999, to begin largest man-made excavation – the Kennecott Copper Mine plus the music, live and silent auctions. with Alan Bowman, organ, plus necessary emotional, psychological Great Salt Lake! Next tour the unique rocks Arches’ National Park; Tickets: $100. Proceeds benefit Yoko Sata Kothari, piano. and spiritual healing. For more and Canyonlands, with enchanting vistas carved by the Colorado school’s media center. Sponsors, information on diocesan policies and Green Rivers. Next visit Capitol Reef and drive through the volunteers, and donations of and procedures for reporting Dixie National Forest to Bryce Canyon National Park. Then it’s the gifts needed. 772-461-2232 or abuse as well as to view the USCCB [email protected]. ANNOUNCEMENTS “Charter for the Protection of grandest of all National Parks, The Grand Canyon, for both a day and Children and Young People,” visit night. Finally, try your luck in exciting Las Vegas with an included Appreciation dinner for Charitable giving guidelines: clergy: April 25, 6 p.m., Abacoa The Catholic Church and its entities www.diocesepb.org and click on day excursion to Zion National Park. *Price per person/double Golf Club, 105 Barbados Drive, promote the protection of human Offices/Safe Environments. occupancy. Plus $159 tax, service & gov’t fees. Airfare is extra. Jupiter. Honored guest: Bishop life and the common good and do Prayer vigil: Wednesdays, Other departure dates available, seasonal rates may apply. Gerald M. Barbarito. Speaker: not support or endorse individuals, 3-5 p.m.; and Fridays, 8-10 a.m., Msgr. David Toups, rector of St. companies or organizations Planned Parenthood, 1322 N.W. For reservations & details call 7 days a week: Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary. whose activities include direct Federal Highway, Stuart. Prayer

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CatholiC Days at the Capitol He Is Risen Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ: Easter is a time to proclaim the strength, the joy and the hope of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. The tomb is now empty! With joyful hearts we rejoice and proudly sing “Alleluia.” Jesus Christ replaces the darkness of sin with the light of His saving grace. In faith let us reach out to others, and share with them the Good News of the Risen Christ. May the celebration of Easter bring peace and joy to you and your family. Have a Blessed Easter. +Bishop Frank J. Dewane

Three women from the Orlando Diocese take a moment for a photo during a break at Catholic Days at the Capitol. (PHOTO COURTEsY OF DaVID sCOTCHIE) living the faith through political action JEAn GOnzALEz of the Florida Catholic staff

ORLANDO | Kim Taylor admits she is not a politically inclined person, but that didn’t stop her from participating in the Catholic Days at the Capitol March 19-21 in Priests and deacons from the Diocese of Venice listen to a reading of a letter from Bishop Frank J. Dewane during the annual Tallahassee. Chrism Mass March 26 at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice. (BOB REDDY | FC) And the first-time participant was glad she did because it helped her live her faith as a Catholic and be a voice for life. During Chrism Mass: the annual three-day event, she along with almost 330 Catholics from across the state visited with their local state representatives Dedicated to the institution of the priesthood and senators to advocate issues of concern to the Catholic Church. Sponsored by the BOB REDDY most eminent of the three holy oils which Among those in attendance were deacons Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops, of the Florida Catholic staff the Bishop consecrates for use in the local and women religious, as well as members of the lobbying arm of Florida’s bishops, par- churches throughout the following year. the Knights of Columbus, Order of Malta ticipants discussed with Florida Legislators VENICE | More than 200 priests of the These oils are used in all parishes in the and Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher. four specific issues outlined by the confer- Diocese of Venice in Florida stood in unity Diocese during the Sacraments of Baptism, Students from each of the Diocesan schools ence. (See sidebar, Page 5.) during the annual Chrism Mass as they re- Confirmation, Ordination and the anoint- were also present. Going to the Capitol can be intimidat- newed their commitment to the priesthood ing of the sick. A pastoral letter from Bishop Dewane to ing when someone doesn’t feel in the know before God. Epiphany Cathedral was nearly Bishop Emeritus Bernard J. Harrington the priests was read by Bishop Harrington. or well-versed in political lingo. But Taylor full March 26 including the lay faithful in at- of Winona, Minn., served in place of Bishop In it, Bishop Dewane expressed regret for said the most impressive aspect of the event tendance to witness this sacred Holy Week Frank J. Dewane who was unable to partici- not being able to celebrate the Chrism Mass tradition. pate because an illness related to his previ- PlEasE sEE caPiTOL, 9 The Chrism Mass takes its name from the ously replaced hip. PlEasE sEE chrism mass, 2 2 Your Venice community Florida Catholic April 5-18, 2013 ‘Hour of Remembrance’ interfaith service April 14 Bob Reddy ganized on behalf of Bishop Frank is a scholar and former director of School students symbolically carry There be Peace of Earth.”The sym- of the Florida Catholic staff J. Dewane and serves as a somber the Jewish Archives in Cincinnati the names of concentration camps bolism of the ceremony serves to ceremony to remember and honor and the American Jewish Historical forward as they are read aloud. This reflect on the past and to invite ev- VENICE | “Never again!” These the millions who died during the Society in New York. Peck has also is followed by a ceremony when 13 eryone to stand up and say, “Never words echo each year when the Holocaust. been actively involved in programs candles are lit, representing the 6 again!” n Catholic and Jewish faith communi- The keynote speaker is Dr. Abra- devoted to meaningful dialogue million Jews and 7 million others ties gather for the annual “Yom Has- ham J. Peck, Executive Director for between Jewish communities and who were systematically killed dur- For information regarding “Yom hoah — An Hour of Remembrance.” the Center for Catholic-Jewish Stud- members of the Christian, Muslim, ing the Holocaust. Hashoah — An Hour of Remem- All are welcomed to attend this ies and adjunct professor at Saint African-American, Polish and Ger- The Sarasota Jewish Chorale brance,” please contact Deacon special interreligious service April, Leo University in Tampa. He was man communities. and the Epiphany Cathedral School Pat Macauley, Diocese of Venice 14, 2:30 p.m., at Epiphany Cathe- born in a displaced persons’ camp The “Hour of Remembrance” in- Children’s Choir will both perform. Director of Ecumenism and Inter- dral, 350 Tampa Ave. W., Venice. in Landsberg, Germany, and is the cludes a solemn procession in which At the conclusion of the ceremony religious Affairs, at 941-484-9543 The “Hour of Remembrance” is or- son of two Holocaust survivors. He Cardinal Mooney Catholic High all present will join in singing “Let or [email protected]. chrism Mass: Celebration manifests the communion of today’s priests with their local bishop From 1 and his gratitude for their service to the Body of Christ. In his letter, the bishop said dur- ing this Year of Faith it is appro- priate to reflect on the ministerial priesthood and the Chrism Mass where priests recall their ordina- tion, the moment when they were willingly and joyfully consecrated to Christ. “The Chrism Mass exhorts us to return to that ‘yes,’ the ‘yes’ to the call of God which we pronounced on the day of our priestly ordina- tion,” Bishop Dewane wrote. “It was the Lord Himself, through the hands of the bishop, who changed us and gave ourselves this mission to be a servant of souls.” At the same time, the Chrism Bishop Emeritus Bernard J. Harrington of Winona, Mass is an opportunity to ask what Priests of the Diocese of Venice process in during the annual Chrism Mass on March 26 Minn., blesses one of the oils during the annual it means to be a priest of Christ, at Epiphany Cathedral. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) Chrism Mass. Bishop Dewane continued. “Our consecration to Christ was not a ‘consecration for a period of time.’ Our consecration is and was for- ever.” The Chrism Mass not only brings into focus the historical context of the priesthood, but also manifests the communion of today’s priests with their local bishop. It is an op- portunity for the priests to see the church “in a larger sense” beyond their own parishes. Having all the priests of the Dio- cese come together at the Chrism Mass, on the eve of the triduum, reminds priests of their calling to act in Jesus’ name — in persona Christi. Bishop Harrington made a spe- Priests and deacons from the Diocese of Venice gather at the altar cial note that it is important to re- Priests and deacons from the Diocese of Venice pray during the during the annual Chrism Mass March 26 at Epiphany Cathedral in member the connection between annual Chrism Mass, a time when priests renew their commitment Venice. Bishop Emeritus Bernard J. Harrington of Winona, Minn., the renewing of priestly commit- to the priesthood. celebrated. ment and the blessing of the oils, specifically the Oil of the Sick, moment by extending their hands a sweet smell intended to remind 2013. A reception in the parish hall Father Wright, a parochial vicar which is for those who seek heal- toward the vessel containing it as those who encounter it of the “odor followed. at St. Peter the Apostle Parish in ing. “As a priest, our primary job the Bishop says the Prayer of Con- of sanctity.” The priests celebrating their Naples, said the importance of the is to heal people. So it is fitting that secration. After Mass, the oils, which signi- Golden Jubilee are: Father Jerome Chrism Mass is the opportunity for those oils are blessed on this day.” The Chrism is used at the or- fy “an indelible mark placed on the Carosella, Father Richard Seifferly, all of the priests in the Diocese to While the Oil of the Sick, used dination of priests and bishops, soul,” were divided up and given to Father John Rourke and Father Ed- share in the Universal Church. Fa- for those who seek the anointing, baptisms, confirmations, the con- each pastor to use in his parish for ward Kearns. Those celebrating ther Carosella, Pastor of Our Lady and the Oil of the Catechumens, secration of altars and the blessing baptisms and anointing of the sick. their Silver Jubilee are: Bishop De- of Mercy Parish in Boca Grande, which is imposed on those pre- of churches, where it is placed in The Mass also serves as a time to wane, Father Russell Wright and reflected on the moment during paring for baptism, are simply the shape of the sign of the cross honor priests and deacons serving Father Juan Carlos Sack, Institute his ordination in 1963 when he lay “blessed,” the Sacred Chrism is on the walls. As part of the conse- in the Diocese of Venice who are of the Incarnate Word; and Dea- prostrate, and that through those “consecrated,” and all the priests cration of the Chrism, balsam is celebrating either the 25th or 50th cons James Burns, Russell Grant 50 years he has remained faithful present participate in the latter poured into the oil, which gives it anniversary of their ordination in and William Hanlon. to Christ. n April 5-18, 2013 Florida Catholic Your Venice communitY 3 2013 jubilarians honored at Chrism Mass GOLDEN attended Seton Father Jerome A. Carosella JUBILARIANS (50 yEARS) Hall University Father Carosella was born Nov. 3, Father John C. Rourke in South Orange, 1938, in Waterbury, Conn., to Lud- Father Rourke was born June 18, N.J., and Immac- wig and Eleanor (Stanco) Carosella. 1936, in Fitchburg, Mass., to Dr. Ar- ulate Concep- He attended St. Andrew Seminary thur and Cecilia (Flanagan) Rourke. tion Seminary and St. Bernard Seminary both in He attended the University of Notre in Mahwah, Rochester, N.Y., as well as Pontifical Dame in South Bend, Ind., and Holy N.J. He was or- North American Cross College in Washington, D.C. Father Edward dained May 25, College in Rome. He was ordained May 23, 1963, in A. Kearns Jr. 1963, in Pater- He was ordained Worcester, Mass. He served in the son. In New Jer- in Rome on Dec. Dioceses of Fort sey he served as vicar at a parish in 18, 1963. In Flor- Portal, Hoima Boonton, was Pastor at a parish in ida, he served as and Kasese, all Convent Station, and was founding a parochial vicar in Uganda. He Pastor of a parish in Three Bridges. at parishes in also served as He retired in 1998. Gainesville and parochial vicar Father Richard R. Seifferly Father Jerome St. Petersburg, at a parish in Father Seifferly was born Aug. 12, A. Carosella as well as at St. Brandon, at St. 1937, in Bay City, Mich., to Robert Martha Parish in Sarasota. He was Joseph Parish in and Dephine (Budzinski) Seifferly. also Pastor at a parish in Temple Father John Bradenton and He attended St. Terrace and at St. Martha in Sara- C. Rourke St. Michael the Jerome Semi- sota. For the Diocese of St. Peters- Archangel Par- nary in Kitch- burg, he served a number of roles ish in Siesta Key. He served as Pas- ner, Ontario, St. before the Diocese of Venice was es- tor at parishes in North Tampa and Paul College in tablished in 1984. For the Diocese of St. Maarten, as well as St. Francis of St. Paul, Minn., Venice he served as Chancellor and Assisi Parish in Grove City, St. Mar- and St. John Moderator of the Curia and Vicar tha Parish in Sarasota and St. Wil- Provincial Sem- Forane. He has also served on vari- liam Parish in Naples. He retired in inary in Plym- ous boards and councils including 2006. For the Diocese of Venice he Father Richard outh, Mich. He the Presbyteral Council; Liturgical currently assists at San Marco Par- R. Seifferly was ordained Commission; Finance Council; Dia- ish on Marco Island, St. John the June 1, 1963, in conal Board; Florida Catholic news- Evangelist Parish in Naples and St. Saginaw, Mich. He served at parish- paper Board; College of Consultors; Vincent de Paul Parish in Fort My- es in Coleman, Saginaw, Unionville, Insurance Committee; Real Estate ers. Argyle, Austin, Ossineke, Black Board; Planning and Development Father Edward A. Kearns Jr. River, Klacking Creek, East Tawas, Committee; Pension Plan trustee; Father Kearns was born Feb. 26, Higgins Lake, North Houghton and and Catholic Charities Board of Di- 1936, in Paterson, N.J., to Edward Mackinaw City, all in Michigan. He rectors. He is Pastor of Our Lady of A. and Jean (Fuscaldo) Kearns. He retired in 2002. Mercy Parish in Boca Grande. Bishop Frank J. Dewane celebrates his 25th Anniversary as SILVER of Parana and the Major Seminary kers, N.Y. He was a priest in 2013. (COURTESY | DIOCESE OF VENICE) JUBILARIANS (25 yEARS) of San Rafael in Argentina, and the ordained for the Father Russell Wright Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome. Archdiocese Father Wright was born Aug. 30, He was ordained Dec. 9, 1988, in San of New York on Bishop Frank J. Dewane 1959, in Harrogate, Yorkshire, Unit- Rafael, Argentina. He served a paro- May 14, 1988. ed Kingdom, chial vicar at parishes in San Rafael He is married to SILVER JUBILARIAN (25 yEARS) to Allan and and Queens, N.Y. He has served as Clarina (Cleary), Bishop Dewane was born March 9, 1950, in Green Bay, Wis., Marjorie (Duck- Pastor in Kazan, Russia; Pazano Ro- and they have to Ben and Eleanor Dewane. He attended the University of Wis- worth) Wright. mano, Italy; and Dushanbe, Tajiki- Deacon James five children consin in Madison, American University in Washington, D.C., He at t ende d stan. For the Diocese of Venice he is T. Burns and 10 grand- University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind., and Pontifical Venerable Eng- Administrator of St. Michael Parish children. He Gregorian University and Pontifical University of St. Thomas lish and Welsh in Wauchula. retired in 2004 as an electrician. He Aquinas in Rome. He was ordained July 16, 1988, in the Diocese College, and Deacon Russell Grant Jr. served in parishes in Monroe, N.Y., of Green Bay, where he served as parochial vicar. In 1991 he was Pontifical Gre- Deacon Grant was born in April and Fryeburg, Maine. For the Dio- appointed to serve as a member of the Permanent Observer Mis- Father Russell gorian Universi- 1951 in Parkers- cese of Venice he currently serves at sion of the Holy See to the United Nations in New York City. From Wright ty and Pontifical burg, W.Va., to St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Grove 1995 to 2001 Bishop Dewane served on the Pontifical Council University of St. Thomas Aquinas Russell and Ruth City. Cor Unum. In 2001, he was appointed Under Secretary of the in Rome. He was ordained Sept. 10, (Laird) Grant. Deacon William Hanlon Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace, a post he held at the 1988, in Harrogate. He served at par- He attended Deacon Hanlon was born in April Vatican until 2006. On April 25, 2006, Pope Benedict XVI named ishes in Leeds, Bradford, and Man- Wheeling Jesuit 1930 in Chelsea, him Coadjutor Bishop of the Diocese of Venice in Florida. chester in the United Kingdom. For University. He Mass., to James On July 25, 2006, Bishop Dewane was installed as the second the Diocese of Venice he served as was ordained and Mary Ellen Bishop of the Diocese of Venice. He is currently a member of parochial vicar at Ascension Parish for the Diocese (Casey) Han- Cor Unum; the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) in Fort Myers Beach and currently Deacon Russell of Wheeling- lon. He was or- Committee on International Justice and Peace; Treasurer of the serves as parochial vicar at St. Peter Grant Jr. Charleston, dained for the Board of Directors of the Pontifical North American College in the Apostle Parish in Naples. W.Va., on Nov. 5, Diocese of Cam- Rome; President of the Board of Directors of the USCCB National Father Juan Carlos Sack, 1988. He is married to Mary (Mored- den on Oct. 15, Catholic Rural Life Conference; USCCB Advisory Group on In- Institute of the ock) and they have five children and 1988, in Vine- terreligious Relations to the Committee for Ecumenical and In- Incarnate Word three grandchildren. He is still ac- land, N.J., and Deacon terreligious Affairs; Holy Land Foundation Board of Directors; Father Sack tive in business. He served at a par- served at a par- William Hanlon Florida Catholic Conference Committee for Farmworker Jus- was born June ish in Parkersburg, and for the Dio- ish in Pomona, N.J. He is married to tice and Immigration; Ave Maria University Board of Trustees; 26, 1964, in Cer- cese of Venice he currently serves at Nancy Hubbard and they have three Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from Saint Leo University; rito, Argentina, St. William Parish in Naples. children and seven grandchildren. Knight of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jeru- to Jorge and Deacon James T. Burns He retired in 1991 as an airplane salem; Chaplain ad honorum to the Order of Malta; Episcopal Genovena (Dit- Deacon Burns was born in July mechanic and flight engineer. For Adviser to the Daughters of Isabella; and fourth-degree Knight tler) Sack. He 1943 in Manhattan, N.Y., to Thomas the Diocese of Venice he served at of Columbus. Father Juan attended the and Margaret (Walsh) Burns. He at- Our Lady of Lourdes and Epiphany Carlos Sack Major Seminary tended St. Joseph Seminary in Yon- Cathedral in Venice. n 4 Your Venice community Florida Catholic April 5-18, 2013 Feast of St. Joseph has added meaning for Italians Bob Reddy creatures and respecting the en- of the Florida Catholic staff vironment in which we live. It means protecting people, show- VENICE | The Feast of St. Jo- ing loving concern for each and seph, March 19, the patron saint every person, especially children, of the Universal Church and step- the elderly, those in need, who are father to Jesus, is a symbolically often the last we think about. … Be Florida important day to all Catholics. For protectors of God’s gifts!” Italians, La Festa di San Guiseppe Father Cory Mayer presided Catholic is important, as St. Joseph is also over the feast day Mass, which was the patron saint of Italy. celebrated in Italian, at Epiphany diocese of Venice Adding to the significance of Cathedral, and used portions of Vol. 74, No. 11 the 2013 celebration was that Pope Francis’ homily during his Pope Francis chose to officially own homily, emphasizing that the 1000 Pinebrook Road begin his papacy on the feast day. Holy Father “is very clear that he is Venice, FL 34285 The Holy Father noted during his calling us in a new and very pow- 941-484-9543 Fax 941-484-1121 homily the significance of St. Jo- erful way to be for the poor.” Publisher seph and the example he gives, of Prior to the Mass, Father Mayer Bishop Frank J. Dewane his vocation, his fidelity, his avail- Father Cory Mayer blesses bread following a Mass on the Feast of blessed the traditional three- Director ability, of how he knew how to St. Joseph at Epiphany Cathedral on March 19 before members of tiered St. Joseph’s table filled with of Communications listen to God, and of how he was the Knights of Columbus and the Italian-American Club of Venice. bread, which was distributed to Billy Atwell attentive to everything going on (BOB REDDY | FC) the congregation at the end of [email protected] around him. Primarily he is a pro- Mass. The Mass at Epiphany Ca- 941-484-9543 tector, Pope Francis added. “How stand,” he said. volving everyone,” he continued. thedral is organized by the Ital- diocesan Editor does Joseph exercise his role as “The vocation of being a ‘pro- “It means protecting all creation, ian-American Club of Venice and Bob Reddy protector? Discreetly, humbly, tector,’ however, is not just some- the beauty of the created world, as supported by the Knights of Co- [email protected] and silently, but with an unfailing thing involving us Christians the Book of Genesis tells us and as lumbus. Similar feast day celebra- 941-484-9543 presence and utter fidelity, even alone; it also has a prior dimen- St. Francis of Assisi showed us. It tions were held throughout the when he finds it hard to under- sion which is simply human, in- means respecting each of God’s Diocese of Venice. n • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275- 9953, or customerservice@theflorida catholic.org briefs Notify us of address changes News (temporary or permanent) as soon as More than 400 faithful from parishes possible. Please change your address Mass for Victims online at www.thefloridacatholic.org across Charlotte County participated or call Tammy at 1-888-275-9953. of Child Abuse in the evening’s festivities, which in- April is Child Abuse Awareness cluded dinner and an auction to sup- • ADVERTISING: Contact Jane Radetsky Prevention Month, and in conjunc- port the school. at 407-373-0075 or tion with the Secretariat of Child and [email protected] Youth Protection of the U.S. Confer- Mooney senior • CLASSIFIED ADS: Contact Missy ence of Catholic Bishops, the Diocese Haggerty at 1-888-275-9953, or of Venice will celebrate a Mass for Vic- earns coveted [email protected] tims of Child Abuse on Friday, April scholarship State Offices: 50 E. Robinson St., 19, 11 a.m., at Epiphany Cathedral, Suite G, Orlando, FL 32801-1619; P.O. 350 Tampa Ave. W., Venice. This is the Kyle W. Leicht, a senior at Cardi- Box 4993; Orlando, FL 32802-4993; 407- sixth consecutive year this Mass will nal Mooney Catholic High School in 373-0075; Toll-free 1-888-275-9953; Fax be celebrated in the Diocese. Bishop Sarasota, was chosen as the top ap- 407-373-0087 Dewane Frank J. Dewane invites all plicant of 2013 in the Ringling Col- EXECUTIVE & EDITORIAL STAFF: to attend and pray for those affected lege of Art and De- General Manager: Ann Borowski Slade by the tragedy of abuse. The Diocese sign’s Department Editorial/Online Director: Jean Gonzalez Business Manager: Pat Spencer remains committed to the Charter of Motion Design, Advertising Sales Manager: Jane Radetsky for the Protection of Children and and was awarded a Copy Editor: Mary Rose Denaro Young People adopted by the U.S. President’s Schol- Layout/Online Editor: Michael Carlock Conference of Catholic Bishops. The arship for $80,000 Advertising Graphic Designer: Bishop expresses his appreciation to over four years. Michael Jimenez This scholar- Advertising Clerk: Susan Chronowski the members of the Diocesan Review Students from St. Francis Xavier School in Fort Myers spread Board who serve as a consultative ship is the largest early Easter cheer at Villa Francisco, a facility run by the Have a comment/want more body to assist in assessing allegations Kyle Leicht merit scholarship Diocese of Venice for low-income elderly. (COURTESY PHOTO) info/have a story suggestion? of sexual abuse and reviewing Dioc- awarded by Ring- Leave your feedback at www. esan policy. The majority of the Re- ling College. Students spread camaraderie that included bin- thefloridacatholic.org; click reader view Board members are laypersons Kyle’s application was among the go, word search and crossword feedback button on left of screen. puzzles. Students and their who are not employed by the Diocese top 1 percent of more than 1,500 ap- Easter cheer Send statewide news releases to and who serve on a volunteer basis. plications from around the world. new friends shared a group [email protected] Cardinal Mooney offers a four-year with neighbors prayer, sang the National An- School gala is a art program, that includes drawing Fifth- through eighth-grad- them and ate treats. Our staff meets for prayer each work and painting, portfolio and computer ers of the St. Francis Xavier The event culminated with day at 9 a.m. Send prayer intentions huge success graphic design using Adobe Illustra- Catholic School VIPS (Virtues an Easter egg hunt in which to [email protected] St. Charles Borromeo School in tor, Photoshop and InDesign in the In Practice & Service) Club students collected an egg on All contents copyright © 2013, The Florida Catholic Inc., Port Charlotte held its annual gala school’s computer lab. The classroom celebrated an early Easter with behalf of a Villa Francisco except stories and photos from Catholic News Service. March 16, which included the 10 win- is equipped with Apple TV, which al- their neighbors at Villa Fran- resident. Students opened the ners of a fundraising raffle drawing, lows students and teachers to project cisco in Fort Myers March 25. Easter egg for their new friend with half of the proceeds benefiting work from their iPads onto the lab’s There were more than 45 in and read an inspiring Biblical the school’s tuition assistance fund. monitors. attendance for an afternoon of message.

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Bob Reddy Guigan, Oblates of St. Francis de have grown in my Faith, raised my of the Florida Catholic staff Sales, Pastor of Our Lady of Light family and seen many students pass Parish in Fort Myers. “You accept- through my classrooms on their fort myers | Bishop Verot ed all challenges put before you way to lives of success in their own Catholic High School in Fort My- and met them head on.” right. I don’t believe all of this atten- ers has a long and proud tradition During the 41 years at Verot, Gill tion should have been made for an of developing the mind, body and taught nearly every subject in the old teacher who does what all old spirit of its students for more than school and is the current Director teachers do; that is to give my heart 50 years. for Alumni Relations and coach of and soul to the school I love.” One man has been a witness to the freshman football team. While Gill has no plans to re- nearly every moment of that his- When he was brought forward to tire at any point in the near future, tory. Coach Mike Gill was one of speak, Gill received a standing ova- Principal John Cavell noted that the first students to graduate from tion. Overwhelmed with emotion, it was appropriate to honor a man Bishop Verot and has been a dedi- he was at first hesitant to speak or who has meant so much to the cated teacher at the school for the be given special recognition. school before it becomes a tear- past 41 years. He spoke about the spirit and ful goodbye at some point in the Following a Mass celebrated mission of Bishop Verot, which of- future. “The timing was right to March 19, the Feast of St. Joseph, fers a Christ-centered education have this humble man have the Gill was recognized by the staff, Students, friends and family honor Mike Gill, a teacher at Bishop built upon a community that goes spotlight put on him for at least one faculty and students of Bishop Verot Catholic High School in Fort Myers for the past 41 years, beyond the classroom. He noted day,” he said. Verot for his lifelong dedication following a Mass March 19. (BOB REDDY | FC) how honored and privileged he is to Cavell noted that it was difficult and commitment to Catholic edu- be part of a team of teachers and ad- to decide what gift to present a man cation. In attendance at the Mass students wore white shirts. In a cause he works in the wood shop ministrators who helped grow Bish- who can build just about anything and ceremony were former stu- twist of irony, Gill was unaware of and is a carpenter, like St. Joseph. op Verot from a small private high and would be too embarrassed to dents and friends as well as family, the ceremony ahead of time, and “Just as Joseph accepted the role school in Fort Myers to recently be- accept anything lavish. Therefore, including his wife, Pat, son Zach, so he opted to spontaneously wear to be the father of Jesus and to take ing named one of the top 50 Catho- Gill was presented a framed icon and his sister, Patty. His youngest a gold shirt for the feast day. Mary into his heart, Coach Gill has lic high schools in the country. of St. Joseph holding Jesus in his son, Patrick, was unable to attend. The Feast of St. Joseph was se- committed his ability and great “We have come a long way from lap. “What an appropriate thing Because Gill is well-known lected as an appropriate day to strength to be a good and faithful when I was student here many to present a man who lives his life among the Verot community for honor Gill in part because he is the servant to his Faith, to his fam- years ago,” Gill said. “I have worked as St. Joseph did, in unwavering always wearing a simple white father of two sons, both of whom ily and to his school,” said former hard through the years to give back resolve to serve God in any way he Bishop Verot polo shirt, all of the are Verot graduates, but also be- Verot Principal Father Hugh Mc- in any way I could. This is where I can,” said Cavell. n Statue of Our Lady inspires faithful Bob Reddy dos Santos, one of the three young of the Florida Catholic staff people who saw Our Lady each month from May to October 1917 lehigh acres | During the in Fatima, Portugal. week of March 14-21, the faith- On Oct. 13, 1947, in the pres- ful of the Diocese of Venice were ence of some 150,000 pilgrims, the given the rare opportunity to pray statue was blessed by the Bishop of before the traveling International Leiria at Fatima to be the pilgrim, Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Our Lady the traveler. of Fatima. This iconic statue of the Sent out to bring the message Blessed Virgin Mary is constantly of Fatima to the world, the statue on tour throughout the world, and has traveled the world many times, has served to inspire and comfort visiting more than 100 countries, many who have an the opportunity including Russia and China, bring- experience it. ing the great message of hope, “the “This was a special moment to peace plan from heaven,” to mil- pray before Our Lady of Fatima,” lions of people. Many miracles and said Margaret Solnacki a seasonal signs of grace are reported wher- parishioner at St. Raphael Parish ever the statue travels; it has been in Lehigh Acres. “I prayed for my said that the statue shed human loved ones and for peace. It is the tears many times. right thing to do in this time of cha- In 1951, Pope Pius XII remarked: os in the world. She is our Queen of “In 1946, we crowned Our Lady of Peace.” Fatima as Queen of the World and Father Dennis Cooney, Pastor the next year, through Her Pilgrim of St. Raphael, noted this was the People pray before the Traveling Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Our Lady of Fatima at St. Raphael Parish in Statue, She set forth as though to fourth time the statue had been Lehigh Acres. The statue is known to provide comfort and healing to people who offer prayers and claim Her dominion, and the fa- to the parish, and it has brought petitions. (BOB REDDY | FC) vors She performs along the way many graces to all who pray be- are such that we can hardly believe fore it for the intercession of the during this visit,” Father Cooney statue for the past 20 years and di- completely open their heart to what we are seeing with our eyes.” Blessed Virgin Mary. The statue said. rector of the International Pilgrim Mary and Jesus for the first time,” The statue was on display at was on display at the parish in an Large crowds waited patiently in Virgin Statue Foundation, noted he said. Quasi-Parish of Ave Maria Oratory area near the altar at each week- line to kneel and pray at each of the that each prayer is one shared by According to the official infor- in Ave Maria; San Marco Parish in end Mass six parishes in the Diocese the stat- all who pray to the Virgin Mary. mation about the International Marco Island; St. Raphael Parish “We have been blessed to be the ue visited. A box was available in “Many people are overwhelmed Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Our Lady in Lehigh Acres; St. Francis Xavier host parish in the Diocese and it which people could anonymously when they pray before the statue, of Fatima, it was sculpted in 1947 Parish in Fort Myers; St. Martha is a joy that more people are able place prayer petitions. because it is often a moment of re- by José Thedim, based on the de- Parish in Sarasota; and St. Michael to be in the presence of Our Lady Carl Malburg, custodian of the pentance and conversion as they scription of Sister Lucia de Jesus Parish in Wauchula. n 6 Your Venice community Florida Catholic April 5-18, 2013 Reflections of aT ransitional Deacon in Rome During the past month it was struck by how joyful an expe- must have been an exciting rience it was. … The Holy Father spoke about some of the difficult time to be in Rome to be an times during his papacy in his eyewitness to the historic res- last audience, yet he also said that ignation of Pope Benedict XVI he knew he was never alone, that Christ was always with him. It was and the election and inaugu- a message of joy, of gratitude, and ration of Pope Francis. of trust. Transitional Deacon Eric Scan- Standing in that audience, there lan was one of those witnesses. A was a sense of sadness, of loss, but seminarian for the Diocese of Ven- far more so of great joy. It was a joy ice, he is currently studying in Rome that was very real, one that was at the Pontifical North American very much felt and expressed by College, the American seminary in the 100,000-plus people who were Rome, and will be ordained to the there. It was the joy of children who priesthood on Saturday, June 29, at are proud of their father, knowing Epiphany Cathedral in Venice. that he has done well. I am proud The following are some of the re- of him and of what’s he done for flections of Deacon Scanlan. the Church, and thankful that God has given him to us these past eight Resignation years. of Pope Benedict XVI “This must be a joke!” I remem- F inal days leading ber my seminarian brother Michael to conclave saying when the news of Pope Bene- As a seminarian at the North dict XVI’s resignation came out. But American College, (all of the semi- with the experience of that surprise narians) had an especially close ex- and sense of loss, I knew it was true. perience of all the activity leading We were losing our father. It was dif- up to the conclave … as our semi- ficult to comprehend, and even now nary hosted our own American car- Seminarians from Pontifical North American College in Rome witness the inauguration of Pope Francis I haven’t exactly been able to wrap dinals here. They joined us several March 19. Diocese of Venice Transitional Deacon Eric Scanlan, far right, was among those in St. Peter's my head around the fact that Bene- times for Mass and prayer through- Square. He also served as an extraordinary minister of holy Communion during the Mass. (PHOTOS dict stepped down and is no longer out their days of preparation for COURTESY OF Pontifical North American College Photo Services) our Pope. the conclave. It was moving to see I will not easily forget the last Cardinal Sean Patrick O’Malley of prayer with his simple Franciscan minute later came the tolling bells. simple words and the credible wit- days of Benedict’s pontificate as I the Archdiocese of Boston join us in habit. On the other hand, Cardinal It was a beautiful sound, a hopeful ness of his actions. In those first Timothy Dolan of the Archdiocese sound. Habemus Papam! And then days he has spoken of discipleship, of New York was all smiles and jokes he (Pope Francis) came out, and of following the way of Christ cru- as he joined us in waving goodbye won our hearts. cified, the importance of mercy, of to Pope Benedict as he flew away by The Holy Father spoke simple forgiveness, and of love for the poor. helicopter from the Vatican as pope words to us, but they were sincere In short, he is preaching the Gospel. for the last time on Feb. 28. words, and even more they were He has set the bar high for every It was also a time of some ten- humble words. As Pope Francis Christian, bishop, priest or layman. sion with the arrival of the (world) asked us to pray for Benedict, I “How I would like a Church that is media in Rome, as the very spiritual could only think, “Here we are, the poor, and for the poor,” and yet it is event of the conclave was unfortu- whole Church praying together”; nothing less than the bar that Jesus nately interpreted by some in terms millions around the world praying Christ set for his disciples and fol- of power struggles and potentially the same words in their own lan- lowers. divisive internal politics. But there guage, “Our Father… .” How happy were many more beautiful mo- heaven must have been! And then I nauguration Mass ments, such as when the cardinals the Holy Father asked us to pray One final opportunity during called for a time of public prayer in for him, and I was struck immedi- this incredible journey was the St. Peter’s Basilica, a time of prayer ately, “This is the Holy Spirit, work- privilege to assist as (an extraordi- You cultivate friendships, with the people, to intercede for the ing right here, right now.” It was an nary minister of holy Communion) help of the Holy Spirit in the choice intensely emotional experience to during that Mass with my brother We provide the of a new pope. say the least. deacons. It was an incredible ex- Then there was the Mass of the Later that night (the seminarians perience as I held with my brother nurturing environment. Holy Spirit, the day of the conclave at the North American College) deacons and priests the unconse- (March 12), in which we prayed had the opportunity to express our crated hosts during the Eucharistic Mary McBrien tells Sister Jeanette, Director of Carmel Terrace, with and for the cardinals. As they gratitude to the American cardi- Prayer. she is glad to have put down roots at Carmel Terrace. processed in before us, it was a nals as they returned home to the The same hosts that Pope Fran- powerful moment as I could only seminary from the Vatican. It was cis consecrated; then I gave Com- She enjoys a spacious apartment, gourmet-quality foods, reflect that one of these men could a hero’s welcome as we lined the munion to the faithful in St. Peter’s meticulous services, and a full schedule of daily activities. be elected the new Successor of St. hallways, cheering, clapping and Square. It really was a beautiful So she spends her time doing the things she likes to do. Peter. My thought was, “God give chanting their names. We were experience. The people were very Add to this a beautiful wooded campus and him the strength!” proud, proud of what these men — respectful and the silence in the a rare commitment to caring; you see how our spiritual leaders — had given square was definitely noticeable Carmel Terrace will grow on you, too. C onclave to the Universal Church. From the during Communion. Please come for a tour, and a complimentary lunch. Once the conclave began, the smiles on their faces, we could see I remember being especially black smoke came and went and we they were moved and thankful for moved when (just prior to the in- waited. Then, there it was. While our support. auguration Mass) Pope Francis Carmel Terrace Assisted Living chatting with my seminarian With the first few days of the stopped the car and got out while A Caring Mission of the Carmelite Sisters friends in the packed square of St. pontificate of Pope Francis, already greeting the crowds and embraced, Peter’s around 7:05 p.m. Rome time, there is a quite a bit of excitement kissed, and blessed a disabled man. 933 Central Street, Framingham, MA 01701-4892 Wednesday, April 13, the (white) regarding the witness and words It is an exciting time for the

(on the campus of St. Patrick’s) 28816-0405 smoke came and the cries quickly of our new Holy Father. He has won Church, and what a gift God has 508-788-8000 www.carmelterrace.org followed, “Bianca! Bianca!” The the hearts of many already, and I given us in such a good and humble crowd surged forward and then a believe he will continue to with his shepherd to lead his flock. n April 5-18, 2013 Florida Catholic Your Venice community 7

Holy Week around the diocese

Pictured above is Easter Sunday Mass at St. Martha Parish in Sarasota. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY)

A woman venerates the cross on Good Friday at St. Agnes Parish in Naples.

A catechumen is baptized by Father Eddie Priests lay prostrate before the shrouded cross on Good Gibbons during the Easter Vigil at St. Friday at St. Agnes Parish in Naples. Andrew Parish in Cape Coral.

The Easter Candle is lit at the start of the Easter Vigil at St. Andrew Parish in Cape Coral.

Father Juan Carlos Sack, Institute of the Incarnate Word, washes a man’s feet on Holy Thursday at St. Michael Parish in Wauchula. 8 around Your community Florida Catholic April 5-18, 2013

Diocesan parishes to host Novena of Masses for Life VENICE DIOCESE COMMUNITY PAGE SUBMISSION DEADLINES The Solemnity of the Annun- of the Lord. campaign, the faithful are called The deadline for submissions to the Around Your Community page is no ciation of the Lord serves as a cel- This year, 27 different parishes to pray for all unborn babies and later than the Friday two weeks prior to the publication date. Submissions may ebration for all because the Blessed will celebrate at least one Mass in their mothers, said Diocese of Ven- be emailed to [email protected] or faxed to 941-484-1121. Virgin Mary chose life — to be support of the Masses for Life. In ice Respect Life Director Jeanne Please include the date, time, location, brief description of the event, cost, if the mother of our Savior. Masses addition, 11 parishes will celebrate Berdeaux. The Diocesan Respect any, contact person and a phone number with area code for information. will be celebrated at 19 parishes a Mass each month, for a total of Life Office organizes the Novena of throughout the Diocese April 8 to 152 Masses throughout the novena. Masses, using the Annunciation as kick off the Novena of Masses for Each Mass is offered for the special the kickoff because of the signifi- Parrish, 941-776-9097. prayer group, Thursdays, 7 p.m., St. Joseph Parish center, 3100 26th Life. The Annunciation Solemnity intention of “a greater respect for all cance that all human life begins at Eucharistic adoration, Fridays, noon-3 p.m., Epiphany Cathedral St. W., Bradenton. Contact Marcy, is usually celebrated on March 25, human life.” conception. n Parish, 350 Tampa Ave. W., Venice. 941-720-7622 or mbc702@msn. but is being celebrated later this The Masses present a special op- Private prayer and Benediction. com. year so as not to conflict with Holy portunity for the faithful to reflect For a listing of the scheduled 941-484-3505. Cenacle for Life prayer Week. Following the opening Mass, on the sanctity of all human life as Masses, visit the Diocese of Ven- Eucharistic adoration, daily, 9 group, Mondays, 8:30 a.m. in the subsequent Masses will be cel- they follow the gestational devel- ice Respect Life Office website a.m.-5 p.m., adoration chapel, St. the chapel; 7 p.m. in the ministry ebrated on the 25th of each month, opment of Jesus in the womb of His at www.dioceseofvenice.org/ Joseph Parish, 27904 33rd Ave. W., center, St. Peter the Apostle Parish, Naples. Contact Marilyn Melone concluding on Dec. 25, the Nativity Mother. During each month of this respectlife. Bradenton. 3 p.m., Divine Mercy chaplet; 4:30 p.m., rosary (May to 239-775-7518 or Rosetta Hunt 239- October). 775-6456. Eucharistic adoration, Cenacle for Life prayer group, Tuesdays, 6 p.m., St. John Please include name and parish interested in these topics is Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; the Evangelist Parish, 625 111th DIOCESAN EVENTS information in the body of the welcome. Seating is limited. Tuesdays, 11:30 a.m.-9 p.m., Ave N., Naples. Praying for a email. Speakers presenting bioethical Yom Hashoah, Sunday, April Incarnation Parish, Sarasota. For culture of life. Call 239-248-0694. topics from the Catholic perspective 14, 2:30 p.m., Epiphany Cathedral, Television Mass for the information, call 941-921-6631. Marian Movement for homebound in the northern are: Jesuit Father Robert Spitzer; Venice. Keynote speaker: Dr. Eucharistic adoration, Fridays, Priests prayer group, 3:30 portions of the diocese, 10 a.m. Father Tad Pacholczyk, Ph.D.; Abraham J. Peck, the executive 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Carosella Chapel, St. p.m., Sundays, Incarnation Parish on ION Television Network and Nikolas Nikas, J.D.; and Dr. Wes director of the Center for Catholic- Martha Parish, 200 N. Orange Ave., conference room, Sarasota. Call Pat on SNN (Sarasota News Network); Ely. Visit www.floridacma.org and Jewish Studies, and adjunct Sarasota. Bretherton, 941-371-7443; or Kathy professor at Saint Leo University. in the southern portions of the link to the bioethics seminar. For Carol, 941-379-3683. diocese, 10 a.m., on WFTX-TV general questions, call Dr. Steve Eucharistic adoration, Holocaust survivors and people of Wednesdays, 9 a.m., followed all faiths are invited to this annual (FOX-4). Check your local listings Hannan, 239-849-6908. for channel information. Leaflet Catholic Chamber of by Our Lady of Perpetual Help “Hour of Remembrance” service novena; and first Fridays, 9 a.m., SECULAR and reception, which serves to missals are available upon request Commerce meeting, April 24, by calling 941-484-9543 and asking 8:15 a.m., St. Andrew Parish, Cape Sacred Heart Parish, 211 Cross St., reflect on the past and to stand up Punta Gorda. COMMUNITIES and say, “Never again!” about the TV Mass or by writing: Coral. All Catholic businesses and TV Mass, Diocese of Venice, 1000 Eucharistic adoration/ Dominican laity, fourth Casa Maria soup kitchen. ministries are invited to attend. Pinebrook Road, Venice, FL 34285. Free, no membership required. exposition of the Blessed Thursdays, following 11 a.m. Guadalupe Social Services of For more information, contact Sacrament, Wednesdays, 8:30 Mass, Incarnation Parish, 2901 Bee Catholic Charities in Immokalee Contact Angela, 239-980-0921 or Gail Ardy, 941-486-4714, ardy@ [email protected]. a.m.-6:30 p.m., St. Maximilian Ridge Road, Sarasota. For more manages the soup kitchen, — Kolbe Parish, 1441 Spear St., Port dioceseofvenice.org. Diocese of Venice Council of information, call Linda Bailey, including feeding a hot meal to Charlotte. Safe Environment training. Catholic of Women Convention, 941-923-8456; or Peggy Hanifin, 100 people each day — clothing Weekly prayer vigil to end 941-923-8188. and shower programs formerly As part of the Safe Environment Central Deanery, April 27-28, Program, the Diocese of Venice Embassy Suites Hotel, 10450 abortion, Fridays (except secular St. Maximilian Kolbe run by Guadalupe Center. Anyone holidays), 10 a.m.-noon, in front wishing to support the soup requires that all employees and Corkscrew Common Drive, Estero. Fraternity of Secular those volunteers who work with Theme: “Joy in Christ … Joy in Each of the new Sarasota Planned Franciscans, second Saturdays, kitchen can send donations to: Parenthood, Central Avenue Guadalupe Social Services, P.O. Box children and/or vulnerable adults Other.” Free on-site parking and 9:30 a.m., St. Katharine Drexel be fingerprinted and trained in complimentary breakfast daily. To between Seventh and Eighth Parish, 1922 S.W. 20th Ave., Cape 5034, Immokalee, FL 34143, and streets, five blocks north of note the intention is to support Safe Environment. For class times register online, http://fs21.formsite. Coral. Barbara Carroll, 239-437- and locations, contact your local com/2013VDCCWConvention/ Fruitville Road. 941-377-1929 or 5033 or [email protected]. the soup kitchen; or visit www. 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FOUR KEY ISSUES IN FOCUS DURING CATHOLIC DAYS AT THE CAPITOL

TALLAHASSEE | Participants marriage professionals on forming of Catholic Days at the Capitol long-term marital relationships; were asked by the Florida Catholic premarital education and enrich- Conference to focus on four specific ment for troubled marriages; and areas of concern and bills connected contact information and website to those concerns. They included: links to professional and community Abortion — Support of Senate resources. Bill 1636 and House Bill 1129, KidCare expansion — Support Infants Born Alive. of House Bill 4023 and Senate Bill In Florida law, medical care of 704, which would extend KidCare an infant born alive during an at- coverage to all immigrant children tempted abortion is required only who are lawfully residing in the when the fetus is viable, defined United States. Florida has unspent by the stage of development. There funds earmarked for children’s are no requirements to report what health care that can be used for this happens to an infant born alive and purpose. no penalties for failing to render Student safety bills with opt- medical care to an infant born alive. in provision for private schools Archbishop Thomas Wenski of Miami, second from right, poses with Florida Conference of Catholic Under the bill, infants born — Support of Senate Bill 284 and Bishops’ staffers Michael McCarron, left, executive director; Sheila Hopkins, director of social concerns; alive during or subsequent to an House Bill 369, which require re- and Ken Roeder, director of administration. (PEGGY DEKEYSER | CATHOLIC COMPASS) attempted abortion have the same sponse agencies that already notify rights, privileges and powers granted public school districts about certain Tallahassee conference staffers receive papal honors by the laws of the state as any child local emergencies (for example, born, and medical care practitio- bomb threats, death threats, bank TALLAHASSEE | The Red Mass exceptional service to the Catholic alized of society and is a “tenacious ners should offer the same care to robberies and natural disasters) offered three staffers of the Florida Church, their families and com- defender of the sanctity of life.” preserve the life and health of the to also notify private schools. The Conference of Catholic Bishops munity. Archbishop Thomas Wen- “Her fingerprints are on every infant as they would any infant born bills provide an “opt-in” method a “special moment” as they were ski of Miami conferred the honors piece of pro-life legislation in the in a manner other than abortion. for private schools to determine conferred with medals represent- March 20. past decade,” he said. Under the bill, infants born alive whether to receive such alerts. A ing papal honors in recognition of McCarron said the honors took McCarron has served the con- must be immediately transported 2012 version of this bill passed with their “distinguished and outstand- them all by surprise, but he was ference for 33 years, and was and admitted to a hospital. unanimous support in the House, ing service and zeal for the Gos- not surprised his staffers were hon- shocked, humbled and honored, but died at second reading on the pel.” ored. He described Roeder, who not just by the award but for the Marriage — Support of Senate Senate calendar. n Bill 1586 and House Bill 1163, Michael McCarron, executive has worked for the conference for opportunity to serve at the confer- which would create a Marriage For a full listing of these director of the Florida Conference more than 20 years, as the “glue” ence. Education Committee (under the issues, including background- of Catholic Bishops, received the who holds the office together. “He “You pray your way through this purview of the Department of ers provided by the Florida Pro Ecclesia Et Pontifice (For Ser- is the personification of a quiet, work. Sometimes there are won- Children and Families) to produce a Catholic Conference, visit vice to the Church and the Pope) humble man,” McCarron said. “He derful things that happen and of- Florida Marriage Handbook. It would www.thefloridacatholic.org Award, and conference staffers definitely has the heart of a servant tentimes you don’t win what you include resources dealing with and find further coverage un- Sheila Hopkins, director of social and is deserving of this award for pursue. But it is a great honor to do conflict resolution, communication der “Faith Around the State.” concerns, and Ken Roeder, direc- his long and exceptional service.” this work,” he said. “You recognize skills, financial management and tor of administration, received the He said Hopkins, who has been the Lord is working through you. It parenting skills; information from Benemerenti Medal, conferred on with the conference for 12 years, is not about being successful, but those who have exhibited long and possesses a passion for the margin- being faithful.” n CAPITOL: ‘I think it is a big responsibility to live as a Catholic and live the faith’ From 1 the men in black — priests — in- bills, or 15 percent, were signed life.” tion to those working on the gov- cluding another first-time attendee, into law. Seeing that statistic made Gomez said a positive differ- ernment level. Father David Scotchie, pastor of St. Father Scotchie realize how busy ence between this year and years “There is hope there in the Capi- life and from all seven of Florida’s Maximilian Kolbe Parish in Avalon legislators can be and to be able to past were the number of young tol,” she said. “And it is so awesome dioceses gathering under a com- Park. Arriving for his first Catholic have a conversation with them or representatives and senators who that all of us (Catholic Days par- mon mission: to preserve life and Days with 11 of his parishioners, their aides could make a difference supported issues of life. Speaking ticipants) could be there together in uphold Catholic social teachings. Father Scotchie said he decided to on how they vote on a bill. with those legislators encourages Tallahassee. You can feel the Holy “When you are together with participate because the most re- “It was a little intimidating at participants, but offers the great Spirit working. We are making an people from all over the state, you cent election taught him getting first, but after meeting a couple opportunity to turn the tables and impression. They are hearing our realize you are not one person, you involved in state and local politics of times with representatives and offer prayerful support and inspira- voice.” n are a faith group. You are the body can be an effective road for change. aides, we realized we were mak- of Christ,” said Taylor, a parishioner “As a leader it is my responsibil- ing an important contribution,” he of St. Andrew in Cape Coral who ity to live out this part of the faith, said. “We were there to be a voice for took three vacation days from work which is not just to pray, but to the voiceless, to speak up for human protect her future to attend. “I think it is a big respon- take prayerful action,” said Father life and human dignity, and to ful- sibility to live as a Catholic and live Scotchie, who refers to the U.S. bish- fill our obligation to be responsible Secure your Income the faith. We need to be out there to ops’ document, “Call to Faithful citizens.” Do both with a inspire our representatives (to re- Citizenship.” “We have to make our The spirit of Catholic Days re- Charitable alize) how important it is to stand voices heard. We have to speak up mained true for Iris Gomez, presi- behind what is right and just for for our voices to be heard. You can dent-elect of the Venice Council of Gift annuity everyone and secure dignity for all write letters and call, but showing Catholic Women, who traveled to from CRS. human life.” up in person speaks volumes.” Tallahassee for the third time. She Contact CRS today: While much of the contingent During a moment of down time, said as president of the council, she E crs.org/annuities included members of local Councils Father Scotchie found himself in will work to encourage other mem- c 1-888-277-7575, ext. 7324 of Catholic Women, other women the Supreme Court Library. While bers to participate in Catholic Days. m [email protected] and men were Catholics in the pews there, he opened up a volume that “For sure we want to get the word involved in other parish activities, listed statistics on the number of out,” said the parishioner of St. Mi- including Knights of Columbus. bills involved during the 2011 ses- chael Parish in Wauchula. “That is Many wore a splash of red (whether sion. To his amazement there were our first priority — to support life. The official international humanitarian an outfit, blouse or tie) to readily some 900 bills filed in the House And this is a wonderful way to sup- agency of the Catholic community in the 28710-0405 identify themselves as Catholic. and another 900 in the Senate, but port life and encourage our repre- United States. Along with the ladies in red were by the end of the term, only 250 sentatives and senators to support 3.9x3 10 Quick reads Florida Catholic April 5-18, 2013

NATION surprising, Gottesman said, to the of Appeals allowed Dennis Holling- two organizations had built during remain peaceful and united dur- people who camped out for days to sworth and other proponents of the the last nine years which saw local ing this festive season. We must get seats at the arguments and the ballot measure to make the legal Catholic Charities staff enrolling in remain as one family of God’s Same-sex marriage thousands of people on either side challenge. training programs at the university. people,” Cardinal Njue said. The who rallied outside the courtroom. “(Catholic Charities USA) wanted court ruled March 30 that Kenyat- cases offer no game- They may have been somewhat Catholic Charities to know what programs work and ta won the election. Kenyatta and changing rules puzzled that what the public sees what programs don’t work,” Sulli- Deputy President-elect William as the core issue — should same- studying how local van said. Ruto were accused in connec- WASHINGTON | As Georgetown sex couples have a uniform right programs work tion with post-electoral violence University law professor Michael to marry — barely come up at all. in Kenya after 2007 election. The Gottesman put it, the people who Instead, in Hollingsworth v. Perry WASHINGTON | Catholic Chari- WORLD two are facing charges at the In- lined up outside the Supreme Court the court may rule on California’s ties USA and researchers at the Uni- ternational Criminal Court at The for days to be able to watch a legal ar- Proposition 8, which banned same- versity of Notre Dame are joining Cardinal urges Hague. gument about the validity of same- sex marriage, on the basis of wheth- together to study which local social sex marriage must have been sur- er it was proper for the people who services work best in moving people Kenyans to accept Who will be prised to find half the court’s time put the 2008 initiative on the ballot out of poverty. The effort, which the devoted to debating legal standing, to appeal the federal District Court two organizations describe as an al- court verdict Vatican secretary jurisdiction and states’ rights ver- ruling that said the law is uncon- liance, will identify local programs on election of state? sus federalism. Gottesman opened stitutional. Before Prop 8 passed that might be duplicated elsewhere a March 27 panel discussion at the in November 2008, about 18,000 in the drive to help people and fam- NAIROBI, Kenya | Nairobi VATICAN CITY | Of the several Georgetown Law Center about oral same-sex couples got married, after ilies move toward self-sufficiency. Cardinal John Njue urged Ke- widely acknowledged priorities arguments in two cases related to the state Supreme Court ruled in “The bottom line is that we want to nyans to maintain peace as the in the run-up to the conclave that same-sex marriage heard at the June 2008 they had the right to do make sure what we’re doing is really Supreme Court decided on the chose Pope Francis, including the court that day and March 26 by ob- so. Because California’s governor beneficial to people and give them nation’s disputed presidential challenge of secularism and the serving that both cases may well be and attorney general declined to ar- the skills to become self-sufficient election. Speaking during a Mass growth of the Church in the global decided over legal questions unre- gue in support of Prop 8, the District and in many cases to leave poverty at Holy Family Basilica March 28, South, none was more prominent lated to marriage. That was surely Court and the 9th U.S. Circuit Court behind rather than keep them in a the cardinal said no matter what than a need to reform the Roman maintain mode,” said Father Larry the verdict, the country must Curia, the Church’s central ad- Snyder, president of Catholic Chari- remain united. He encouraged ministration in the Vatican. The ties USA. Initially the arrangement peace during the Easter season. College of Cardinals extensively will find small teams of researchers, Kenyan Prime Minister Raila discussed corruption and mis- working through Notre Dame’s re- Odinga filed a petition with the management sensationally docu- cently established Lab for Econom- Supreme Court to challenge elec- mented in the 2012 “VatiLeaks” ic Opportunities, visiting agencies tion results after his opponent, of confidential correspondence, to collect and analyze data about Uhuru Kenyatta, was declared which were also the subject of a individual programs to determine the winner in the first round of detailed report that Pope Bene- how people have benefited. Eco- elections March 4. All the mem- dict XVI designated exclusively Catholic Holy Family Society was founded in 1914 and nomic professors William Evans bers of Parliament and the sena- for the eyes of his successor. has been providing financial security through its insurance and James Sullivan, who started the tors elected were sworn in, but The new pope has already products and annuities to Catholics and their families since lab, told Catholic News Service the the president was not, pending given signs of his intention to re- effort broadens a partnership the the court verdict. “I urge you to form. According to his personal 1915. Our members have the security and confidence that notes for his pre-conclave speech comes with placing their welfare in the hands of their own to fellow cardinals, subsequently Society. 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Join other Catholics Visiting 9 National Parks! POPE TO LIVE IN GUESTHOUSE, NOT PAPAL APARTMENTS National Parks Grand Canyon At Easter, pope calls Christians VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis has buildings, offices and tradition. Tour of the Golden West decided not to move into the papal The large living room or salon of the apartments in the Apostolic Palace, but to apartment is located directly above the to be channels of peace live in a suite in the Vatican guesthouse papal library where official audiences with where he has been since the beginning of 14 Days Cindy Wooden visiting bishops and heads of state are family, selfishness that continues in ple, “Jesus is risen, there is hope for become a garden, can restore life to the conclave that elected him, said Jesuit held. Pope Francis will continue to use Catholic News Service human trafficking, the most extensive you; you are no longer in the power of dry bones.” from$1199* Father Federico Lombardi, Vatican spokes- the library for official audiences and to form of slavery in this 21st century.” sin, evil.” Easter, the pope said, “is the Pope Francis urged people to join man. He will be the first pope in 110 years recite the Angelus prayer on Sundays and VATICAN CITY | With Jesus’ res- Pope Francis said he would like to exodus, the passage of human beings him in praying to be transformed by not to live in the papal apartments. holy days from the apartment window Depart August 23, 2013 urrection “love has triumphed, mercy bring the good news of Christ’s resur- from slavery to sin and evil to the free- the power of God’s love and mercy “He is experimenting with this type of overlooking St. Peter’s Square, Father Fly into Las Vegas for one night. Then you will begin your tour has been victorious,” Pope Francis rection to each person on earth, “to dom of love and goodness.” and to help “change hatred into love, living arrangement, which is simple,” but Lombardi said. and visit landmarks in NINE NATIONAL PARKS. Witness the giant said in his first Easter message “urbi et every house and every family, espe- However, he said, that passage vengeance into forgiveness, war into allows him “to live in community with The apartments contain a chapel, an Redwood trees in Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, then orbi” (to the city and the world). cially where suffering is greatest: in must be renewed in every age and in peace.” others,” both the permanent residents office for the pope and a separate office be amazed at the rock formations and waterfalls in Yosemite National “Let us become agents of this mer- hospitals, in prisons.” every human heart. “How many des- The morning Mass began less than Pope Francis delivers his Easter blessing “urbi et orbi” (to the city and — priests and bishops who work at the for his secretaries, the pope’s bedroom, a Park. Visit majestic Lake Tahoe and Reno, stop in historic Virginia Vatican — as well as guests coming to cy, channels through which God can Easter, he said, “means that the erts, even today, do humans beings 12 hours after Pope Francis had fin- the world) from the central balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican dining room, kitchen and rooms for two City, Winnemucca and Wendover, Nevada. In Utah tour the world’s the Vatican for meetings and conferences, water the earth, protect all creation love of God is stronger than evil and need to cross — above all, the desert ished presiding over the nighttime March 31. (PHOTOS BY L’Osservatore Romano via Reuters | CNS) secretaries and for the household staff. largest man-made excavation – the Kennecott Copper Mine plus the and make justice and peace flourish,” death itself; it means that the love within, when we have no love for God Easter Vigil, lighting the Easter candle Father Lombardi said March 26. When Pope Francis returned to the Great Salt Lake! Next tour the unique rocks Arches’ National Park; The spokesman said Pope Francis has the pope said after celebrating Easter of God can transform our lives and or neighbor, when we fail to realize and processing into a St. Peter’s Ba- into the Catholic Church four men Are we often weary, disheartened guesthouse after his election, Father and Canyonlands, with enchanting vistas carved by the Colorado moved out of the room he drew by lot morning Mass March 31. let those desert places in our hearts that we are guardians of all that the silica lit mainly by the flashes of the between the ages of 17 and 30. The and sad? Do we feel weighed down by Lombardi had said the move was intended and Green Rivers. Next visit Capitol Reef and drive through the before the conclave and into Suite 201, Pope Francis offered special bloom.” Creator has given us and continues cameras that people had been asked men from Albania, Italy, Russia and our sins? Do we think that we won’t to be short-term while a few small work Dixie National Forest to Bryce Canyon National Park. Then it’s the a room that has slightly more elegant prayers for peace in Syria and the rest Easter dawned with blue skies and to give us,” Pope Francis said. “God’s not to use. the United States were baptized, con- be able to cope? Let us not close our projects were completed in the papal grandest of all National Parks, The Grand Canyon, for both a day and furnishings and a larger living room of the Middle East, for an end to vio- sunshine in Rome, but as the crowds mercy can make even the driest land During the Mass, he welcomed firmed and received their first Com- hearts, let us not lose confidence, let apartments. He said March 26 that all the night. Finally, try your luck in exciting Las Vegas with an included lence in Africa — especially in Mali, gathered in St. Peter’s Square, dark munion at the Mass. The 17-year-old us never give up.” where he can receive guests. The Domus day excursion to Zion National Park. *Price per person/double Sanctae Marthae, the official name of the work had been completed, but at least for Nigeria, Congo and the Central Afri- clouds began gathering overhead. from the United States was identified The risen Jesus is risen for all time, the foreseeable future, Pope Francis would occupancy. Plus $159 tax, service & gov’t fees. Airfare is extra. can Republic — and in Asia, particu- Still, some 250,000 people gathered as Anthony Dinh Tran. he said, meaning that he is forever vic- guesthouse, was built in 1996 specifically Other departure dates available, seasonal rates may apply. to house cardinals during a conclave. not move in. larly on the Korean peninsula. for the Mass, and thousands more ar- In his homily for the vigil, Pope torious “over everything that crushes The Domus Sanctae Marthae, named He prayed for “peace in the whole rived for the pope’s “urbi et orbi” bless- Francis spoke about how the women life and makes it seem less human.” Celebrating Mass March 26 with the For reservations & details call 7 days a week: residents and guests, Pope Francis told after St. Martha, is a five-story building on 29190-0405 world, still divided by greed looking ing. had gone to Jesus’ tomb with sorrow Pope Francis said he knows there the edge of Vatican City. for easy gain, wounded by selfishness The steps leading to St. Peter’s Ba- and love to anoint his body. But, he are many times in life when it is dif- them he intended to stay, Father Lombardi While offering relative comfort, the resi- 1-800-736-7300 which threatens human life and the silica and to the altar were decorated said, “something completely new and ficult to believe in the power of God said. The permanent residents, who had dence is not a luxury hotel. The building with thousands of flowers, trees and unexpected happens.” They find the to bring forth new life. It’s easier, he to move out during the conclave, had just returned to their old rooms. has 105 two-room suites and 26 singles; bushes. The Dutch flower growers’ tomb empty, and they are confused said, to be like the women in the Gos- about half of the rooms are occupied by association provided 20,000 tulips, and afraid, the pope said. pel and “look for the living among the Pope Francis has been there since his election March 13, taking his meals in the permanent residents. Each suite has 10,000 daffodils and 3,000 white roses “Doesn’t the same thing also hap- dead.” a sitting room with a desk, three chairs, a in addition to small birch, maple and pen to us when something completely The women in the Gospel are told the common dining room downstairs and celebrating a 7 a.m. Mass with Vatican cabinet and large closet; a bedroom with mulberry trees. new occurs in our everyday life? We to remember their life with Jesus and employees in the main chapel of the dresser, night table and clothes stand; and Like his predecessors, Pope Fran- stop short, we don’t understand, we the things he had said and done. Only residence. a private bathroom with a shower. The cis did not give a homily during the don’t know what to do,” he said. “New- then do they conquer their fear and rooms all have telephones and access to morning Mass, but spoke during his ness often makes us fearful, including share the news of the Resurrection In 1903, St. Pius X became the first pope to live in the apartments on the third an international satellite television system. “urbi et orbi” address about the sig- the newness which God brings us, the with the other disciples. floor of the Apostolic Palace, overlooking The building also has a large meeting nificance of the Resurrection for indi- newness which God asks of us.” “To remember what God has done St. Peter’s Square. The apartments were room and a variety of small sitting rooms. viduals and for the world. But unlike Like the women at the tomb, he and continues to do for me, for us, to completely remodeled by Pope Paul VI in In addition to the dining room and the his predecessors, Pope Francis did Pope Francis washes the foot of a prison inmate during the Holy Thursday said, often “we are afraid of God’s sur- remember the road we have traveled; 1964 and have undergone smaller modi- main chapel, it also has four private not read quick Easter greetings in doz- Mass of the Lord’s Supper at Rome’s Casal del Marmo prison for minors prises,” yet, “he always surprises us.” this is what opens our hearts to hope fications by each pope since, according chapels, located at the end of hallways ens of languages, although the brief March 28. Pope Francis washed the feet of 12 young people of different “Dear brothers and sisters,” he said, for the future,” he said. “May we learn to “Mondo Vaticano,” a Vatican-pub- on the third and fifth floors of each of the phrases had been prepared for him. nationalities and faiths, including at least two Muslims and two women, “let us not be closed to the newness to remember everything that God has lished mini-encyclopedia about Vatican building’s two wings. n Rather, in his message, he told peo- who are housed at the juvenile detention facility. that God wants to bring into our lives. done in our lives.” n Pope Francis begins papacy pledging to protect Church, human dignity Cindy Wooden volving everyone.” role of protector as St. Joseph did of us are responsible for it,” he said. pride” and emotions that can tear Catholic News Service While the rites and rituals of the means doing so “discreetly, hum- “Be protectors of God’s gifts.” others down. inauguration of his ministry as pope bly and silently, but with an unfail- When people fail to respect cre- Pope Francis told the people he VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis took place immediately before the ing presence and utter fidelity, even ation, when they ignore “God’s plan realized his new ministry included formally began his ministry as bish- Mass, the liturgy itself was a celebra- when he finds it hard to understand.” inscribed in nature,” or when they “a certain power,” but it is the same op of Rome and as pope by pledg- tion of the feast of St. Joseph, patron The Gospels present St. Joseph as a treat each other with disrespect, he power Jesus conferred on St. Peter, ing to protect the Catholic Church, of the universal Church and “also the husband to Mary, “at her side in good said, “the way is opened to destruc- which was the “power of service” the dignity of each person and the name day of my venerable predeces- times and bad,” and as a father who tion, and hearts are hardened.” seen in Jesus’ charge to St. Peter: beauty of creation, just like St. Joseph sor,” Pope Benedict XVI, the former watched over Jesus, worried about “Tragically, in every period of “Feed my lambs. Feed my sheep.” protected Mary and Jesus. Joseph Ratzinger. him and taught him a trade, the pope history there are ‘Herods’ who plot “Let us never forget that authentic “To protect creation, to protect ev- The retired pope was not present said. death, wreak havoc and mar the power is service and that the pope, ery man and every woman, to look at the liturgy, but the crowds ap- St. Joseph responded to his call to countenance of men and women,” too, when exercising power, must en- upon them with tenderness and love plauded enthusiastically when Pope be a protector “by being constantly he said. ter ever more fully into that service is to open up a horizon of hope,” he Francis said, “We are close to him attentive to God, open to the signs Pope Francis asked the govern- which has its radiant culmination on told between 150,000 and 200,000 with our prayers, full of affection and of God’s presence and receptive to ment leaders present and all those the cross,” he said. people gathered under sunny skies gratitude.” God’s plans, and not simply his own,” with responsibility in the field of “He must be inspired by the lowly, in St. Peter’s Square and the nearby The new pope stood at a lectern to the pope said. economics, politics and social life concrete and faithful service which streets. read his homily, sticking to the text Pope Francis reaches out to bless a child as he arrives in St. Peter’s Square Fidelity to God’s word and God’s to stand firm when destruction and marked St. Joseph and, like him, he With representatives of other he had prepared in advance. At times before his inaugural Mass at the Vatican March 19. (Paul Hanna, plan for individuals and for all of cre- death threaten human dignity, hu- must open his arms to protect all of Christian churches and communi- his voice was extremely soft and oth- Reuters | CNS) ation makes the difference, he said, man life and the environment. He God’s people and embrace with ten- ties, delegations from 132 countries, er times it was quite loud; he punctu- calling on everyone to be sensitive met with the heads of the govern- der affection the whole of humanity, Jewish and Muslim leaders as well as ated with clenched fists his remarks geous man, a working man, yet in passion, for genuine openness to oth- and loving toward those in their care, ment delegations after the Mass. especially the poorest, the weakest, Buddhists, Hindus, Sikhs and Jains about the strength required to be his heart we see great tenderness, ers, for love. We must not be afraid of especially toward children, the aged, Caring for others, he said in his the least important,” Pope Francis

29159-0405 present, Pope Francis preached the tender and compassionate to others. which is not the virtue of the weak, goodness, of tenderness,” Pope Fran- the poor and the sick. homily, must begin with watching said. Gospel, but insisted the values it es- “In the Gospels,” he said, “St. Jo- but rather a sign of strength of spirit cis said. “In the end, everything has been over one’s own heart, mind and ac- “Only those who serve with love pouses are essentially human, “in- seph appears as a strong and coura- and a capacity for concern, for com- The new pope said exercising the entrusted to our protection, and all tions, resisting “hatred, envy and are able to protect,” he said. n 12 Florida Catholic April 5-18, 2013 Easter at the Vatican Easter at the Vatican April 5-18, 2013 Florida Catholic 13

Join other Catholics Visiting 9 National Parks! POPE TO LIVE IN GUESTHOUSE, NOT PAPAL APARTMENTS National Parks Grand Canyon At Easter, pope calls Christians VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis has buildings, offices and tradition. Tour of the Golden West decided not to move into the papal The large living room or salon of the apartments in the Apostolic Palace, but to apartment is located directly above the to be channels of peace live in a suite in the Vatican guesthouse papal library where official audiences with where he has been since the beginning of 14 Days Cindy Wooden visiting bishops and heads of state are family, selfishness that continues in ple, “Jesus is risen, there is hope for become a garden, can restore life to the conclave that elected him, said Jesuit held. Pope Francis will continue to use Catholic News Service human trafficking, the most extensive you; you are no longer in the power of dry bones.” from$1199* Father Federico Lombardi, Vatican spokes- the library for official audiences and to form of slavery in this 21st century.” sin, evil.” Easter, the pope said, “is the Pope Francis urged people to join man. He will be the first pope in 110 years recite the Angelus prayer on Sundays and VATICAN CITY | With Jesus’ res- Pope Francis said he would like to exodus, the passage of human beings him in praying to be transformed by not to live in the papal apartments. holy days from the apartment window Depart August 23, 2013 urrection “love has triumphed, mercy bring the good news of Christ’s resur- from slavery to sin and evil to the free- the power of God’s love and mercy “He is experimenting with this type of overlooking St. Peter’s Square, Father Fly into Las Vegas for one night. Then you will begin your tour has been victorious,” Pope Francis rection to each person on earth, “to dom of love and goodness.” and to help “change hatred into love, living arrangement, which is simple,” but Lombardi said. and visit landmarks in NINE NATIONAL PARKS. Witness the giant said in his first Easter message “urbi et every house and every family, espe- However, he said, that passage vengeance into forgiveness, war into allows him “to live in community with The apartments contain a chapel, an Redwood trees in Kings Canyon and Sequoia National Parks, then orbi” (to the city and the world). cially where suffering is greatest: in must be renewed in every age and in peace.” others,” both the permanent residents office for the pope and a separate office be amazed at the rock formations and waterfalls in Yosemite National “Let us become agents of this mer- hospitals, in prisons.” every human heart. “How many des- The morning Mass began less than Pope Francis delivers his Easter blessing “urbi et orbi” (to the city and — priests and bishops who work at the for his secretaries, the pope’s bedroom, a Park. Visit majestic Lake Tahoe and Reno, stop in historic Virginia Vatican — as well as guests coming to cy, channels through which God can Easter, he said, “means that the erts, even today, do humans beings 12 hours after Pope Francis had fin- the world) from the central balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican dining room, kitchen and rooms for two City, Winnemucca and Wendover, Nevada. In Utah tour the world’s the Vatican for meetings and conferences, water the earth, protect all creation love of God is stronger than evil and need to cross — above all, the desert ished presiding over the nighttime March 31. (PHOTOS BY L’Osservatore Romano via Reuters | CNS) secretaries and for the household staff. largest man-made excavation – the Kennecott Copper Mine plus the and make justice and peace flourish,” death itself; it means that the love within, when we have no love for God Easter Vigil, lighting the Easter candle Father Lombardi said March 26. When Pope Francis returned to the Great Salt Lake! Next tour the unique rocks Arches’ National Park; The spokesman said Pope Francis has the pope said after celebrating Easter of God can transform our lives and or neighbor, when we fail to realize and processing into a St. Peter’s Ba- into the Catholic Church four men Are we often weary, disheartened guesthouse after his election, Father and Canyonlands, with enchanting vistas carved by the Colorado moved out of the room he drew by lot morning Mass March 31. let those desert places in our hearts that we are guardians of all that the silica lit mainly by the flashes of the between the ages of 17 and 30. The and sad? Do we feel weighed down by Lombardi had said the move was intended and Green Rivers. Next visit Capitol Reef and drive through the before the conclave and into Suite 201, Pope Francis offered special bloom.” Creator has given us and continues cameras that people had been asked men from Albania, Italy, Russia and our sins? Do we think that we won’t to be short-term while a few small work Dixie National Forest to Bryce Canyon National Park. Then it’s the a room that has slightly more elegant prayers for peace in Syria and the rest Easter dawned with blue skies and to give us,” Pope Francis said. “God’s not to use. the United States were baptized, con- be able to cope? Let us not close our projects were completed in the papal grandest of all National Parks, The Grand Canyon, for both a day and furnishings and a larger living room of the Middle East, for an end to vio- sunshine in Rome, but as the crowds mercy can make even the driest land During the Mass, he welcomed firmed and received their first Com- hearts, let us not lose confidence, let apartments. He said March 26 that all the night. Finally, try your luck in exciting Las Vegas with an included lence in Africa — especially in Mali, gathered in St. Peter’s Square, dark munion at the Mass. The 17-year-old us never give up.” where he can receive guests. The Domus day excursion to Zion National Park. *Price per person/double Sanctae Marthae, the official name of the work had been completed, but at least for Nigeria, Congo and the Central Afri- clouds began gathering overhead. from the United States was identified The risen Jesus is risen for all time, the foreseeable future, Pope Francis would occupancy. Plus $159 tax, service & gov’t fees. Airfare is extra. can Republic — and in Asia, particu- Still, some 250,000 people gathered as Anthony Dinh Tran. he said, meaning that he is forever vic- guesthouse, was built in 1996 specifically Other departure dates available, seasonal rates may apply. to house cardinals during a conclave. not move in. larly on the Korean peninsula. for the Mass, and thousands more ar- In his homily for the vigil, Pope torious “over everything that crushes The Domus Sanctae Marthae, named He prayed for “peace in the whole rived for the pope’s “urbi et orbi” bless- Francis spoke about how the women life and makes it seem less human.” Celebrating Mass March 26 with the For reservations & details call 7 days a week: residents and guests, Pope Francis told after St. Martha, is a five-story building on 29190-0405 world, still divided by greed looking ing. had gone to Jesus’ tomb with sorrow Pope Francis said he knows there the edge of Vatican City. for easy gain, wounded by selfishness The steps leading to St. Peter’s Ba- and love to anoint his body. But, he are many times in life when it is dif- them he intended to stay, Father Lombardi While offering relative comfort, the resi- 1-800-736-7300 which threatens human life and the silica and to the altar were decorated said, “something completely new and ficult to believe in the power of God said. The permanent residents, who had dence is not a luxury hotel. The building with thousands of flowers, trees and unexpected happens.” They find the to bring forth new life. It’s easier, he to move out during the conclave, had just returned to their old rooms. has 105 two-room suites and 26 singles; bushes. The Dutch flower growers’ tomb empty, and they are confused said, to be like the women in the Gos- about half of the rooms are occupied by association provided 20,000 tulips, and afraid, the pope said. pel and “look for the living among the Pope Francis has been there since his election March 13, taking his meals in the permanent residents. Each suite has 10,000 daffodils and 3,000 white roses “Doesn’t the same thing also hap- dead.” a sitting room with a desk, three chairs, a in addition to small birch, maple and pen to us when something completely The women in the Gospel are told the common dining room downstairs and celebrating a 7 a.m. Mass with Vatican cabinet and large closet; a bedroom with mulberry trees. new occurs in our everyday life? We to remember their life with Jesus and employees in the main chapel of the dresser, night table and clothes stand; and Like his predecessors, Pope Fran- stop short, we don’t understand, we the things he had said and done. Only residence. a private bathroom with a shower. The cis did not give a homily during the don’t know what to do,” he said. “New- then do they conquer their fear and rooms all have telephones and access to morning Mass, but spoke during his ness often makes us fearful, including share the news of the Resurrection In 1903, St. Pius X became the first pope to live in the apartments on the third an international satellite television system. “urbi et orbi” address about the sig- the newness which God brings us, the with the other disciples. floor of the Apostolic Palace, overlooking The building also has a large meeting nificance of the Resurrection for indi- newness which God asks of us.” “To remember what God has done St. Peter’s Square. The apartments were room and a variety of small sitting rooms. viduals and for the world. But unlike Like the women at the tomb, he and continues to do for me, for us, to completely remodeled by Pope Paul VI in In addition to the dining room and the his predecessors, Pope Francis did Pope Francis washes the foot of a prison inmate during the Holy Thursday said, often “we are afraid of God’s sur- remember the road we have traveled; 1964 and have undergone smaller modi- main chapel, it also has four private not read quick Easter greetings in doz- Mass of the Lord’s Supper at Rome’s Casal del Marmo prison for minors prises,” yet, “he always surprises us.” this is what opens our hearts to hope fications by each pope since, according chapels, located at the end of hallways ens of languages, although the brief March 28. Pope Francis washed the feet of 12 young people of different “Dear brothers and sisters,” he said, for the future,” he said. “May we learn to “Mondo Vaticano,” a Vatican-pub- on the third and fifth floors of each of the phrases had been prepared for him. nationalities and faiths, including at least two Muslims and two women, “let us not be closed to the newness to remember everything that God has lished mini-encyclopedia about Vatican building’s two wings. n Rather, in his message, he told peo- who are housed at the juvenile detention facility. that God wants to bring into our lives. done in our lives.” n Pope Francis begins papacy pledging to protect Church, human dignity Cindy Wooden volving everyone.” role of protector as St. Joseph did of us are responsible for it,” he said. pride” and emotions that can tear Catholic News Service While the rites and rituals of the means doing so “discreetly, hum- “Be protectors of God’s gifts.” others down. inauguration of his ministry as pope bly and silently, but with an unfail- When people fail to respect cre- Pope Francis told the people he VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis took place immediately before the ing presence and utter fidelity, even ation, when they ignore “God’s plan realized his new ministry included formally began his ministry as bish- Mass, the liturgy itself was a celebra- when he finds it hard to understand.” inscribed in nature,” or when they “a certain power,” but it is the same op of Rome and as pope by pledg- tion of the feast of St. Joseph, patron The Gospels present St. Joseph as a treat each other with disrespect, he power Jesus conferred on St. Peter, ing to protect the Catholic Church, of the universal Church and “also the husband to Mary, “at her side in good said, “the way is opened to destruc- which was the “power of service” the dignity of each person and the name day of my venerable predeces- times and bad,” and as a father who tion, and hearts are hardened.” seen in Jesus’ charge to St. Peter: beauty of creation, just like St. Joseph sor,” Pope Benedict XVI, the former watched over Jesus, worried about “Tragically, in every period of “Feed my lambs. Feed my sheep.” protected Mary and Jesus. Joseph Ratzinger. him and taught him a trade, the pope history there are ‘Herods’ who plot “Let us never forget that authentic “To protect creation, to protect ev- The retired pope was not present said. death, wreak havoc and mar the power is service and that the pope, ery man and every woman, to look at the liturgy, but the crowds ap- St. Joseph responded to his call to countenance of men and women,” too, when exercising power, must en- upon them with tenderness and love plauded enthusiastically when Pope be a protector “by being constantly he said. ter ever more fully into that service is to open up a horizon of hope,” he Francis said, “We are close to him attentive to God, open to the signs Pope Francis asked the govern- which has its radiant culmination on told between 150,000 and 200,000 with our prayers, full of affection and of God’s presence and receptive to ment leaders present and all those the cross,” he said. people gathered under sunny skies gratitude.” God’s plans, and not simply his own,” with responsibility in the field of “He must be inspired by the lowly, in St. Peter’s Square and the nearby The new pope stood at a lectern to the pope said. economics, politics and social life concrete and faithful service which streets. read his homily, sticking to the text Pope Francis reaches out to bless a child as he arrives in St. Peter’s Square Fidelity to God’s word and God’s to stand firm when destruction and marked St. Joseph and, like him, he With representatives of other he had prepared in advance. At times before his inaugural Mass at the Vatican March 19. (Paul Hanna, plan for individuals and for all of cre- death threaten human dignity, hu- must open his arms to protect all of Christian churches and communi- his voice was extremely soft and oth- Reuters | CNS) ation makes the difference, he said, man life and the environment. He God’s people and embrace with ten- ties, delegations from 132 countries, er times it was quite loud; he punctu- calling on everyone to be sensitive met with the heads of the govern- der affection the whole of humanity, Jewish and Muslim leaders as well as ated with clenched fists his remarks geous man, a working man, yet in passion, for genuine openness to oth- and loving toward those in their care, ment delegations after the Mass. especially the poorest, the weakest, Buddhists, Hindus, Sikhs and Jains about the strength required to be his heart we see great tenderness, ers, for love. We must not be afraid of especially toward children, the aged, Caring for others, he said in his the least important,” Pope Francis

29159-0405 present, Pope Francis preached the tender and compassionate to others. which is not the virtue of the weak, goodness, of tenderness,” Pope Fran- the poor and the sick. homily, must begin with watching said. Gospel, but insisted the values it es- “In the Gospels,” he said, “St. Jo- but rather a sign of strength of spirit cis said. “In the end, everything has been over one’s own heart, mind and ac- “Only those who serve with love pouses are essentially human, “in- seph appears as a strong and coura- and a capacity for concern, for com- The new pope said exercising the entrusted to our protection, and all tions, resisting “hatred, envy and are able to protect,” he said. n 14 your marketplace Florida Catholic April 5-18, 2013

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Scripture Animal Jesus is not a ‘ghost story’ readings Sunday, April 7 fashion after death. But does the body re- Friday, April 5 treatment Divine Mercy ally rise? The literal mind imagines zombies. Acts 4:1-12; Ps 118:1-2, 4, 22- Acts 5:12-16; Ps 118:2-4, 13-15, 22-24; Rv 1:9-11a, It confuses resurrection with resuscitation 27a; Jn 21:1-14 Q: Jesus drove out some demons into a herd of swine, 12-13, 17-19; Jn 20:19-31 where a dead body is brought back to life and which ran down the bluff, into the water and drowned. I have never seen a ghost, but I have met continues as before. Saturday, April 6 Could not such an action be construed as cruelty to ani- people who have. The apostle Paul says that resur- Acts 4:13-21; Ps 118:1, 14-15, mals? One woman recently widowed, rection is not a horror film. It is the 16ab-21; Mk 16:9-15 — Peter Tate, Long Beach, Calif. for example, was awakened in harvest day. The body is like “a bare middle of night to see a blue pillar kernel of wheat” that dies in the Sunday, April 7 A: Well, the pigs are not really the point of the story, of light at the foot of her bed. Rather ground to be brought to life (1 Cor Divine Mercy and we ought not get too focused on them. More to the than fear, she felt peace. She felt the 15:37). You cannot tell whether a Acts 5:12-16; Ps 118:2-4, 13-15, point of the story is the authority of Jesus Christ to cast out presence of her husband. seed will become a bush or a flower 22-24; Rv 1:9-11a, 12-13, 17- demons. Jesus was not a ghost. He rose or a tree. But you may be certain 19; Jn 20:19-31 One might respond that the Lord God has the capacity from the dead in his body. Scrip- that, once planted, the seed will be and authority to do this to the pigs, just as you and I might ture tells us that the risen Christ ate wondrously transformed into a new Monday, April 8 go to our garden, uproot withered tomatoes and replace baked fish, walked all day with two Sunday living being. Annunciation of the Lord them with corn. Further, having au- disciples to Emmaus, and grilled Word In the same way, the body is glo- Is 7:10-14; 8:10; Ps 40:7-11; thority over animals, we also lead pigs breakfast on the shore of the Sea of rified in the resurrection. What was Heb 10:4-10; Lk 1:26-38 to slaughterhouses. Tiberias. He showed the mark of the Father sown corruptible is “raised incor- The Lord has reasons. For example, nails in his hands for the disciples to David ruptible.” Sown dishonorable, “it Tuesday, April 9 he may have wished to inspire a holy touch (Jn 20:19-31). Scotchie is raised glorious.” Sown weak, “it Acts 4:32-37; Ps 93:1-2, 5; fear in those who saw the action. It was “I believe in the resurrection is raised powerful.” Sown natural, Jn 3:7b-15 surely a memorable action, and while of the body,” the ancient Apostles’ “it is raised a spiritual body” (1 Cor the townsfolk initially reacted with Creed professes. The resurrection is not 15:42-44). Wednesday, April 10 fear, it would seem they later welcome just for Jesus. The Catechism of the Catho- The resurrection of the body has at least Acts 5:17-26; Ps 34:2-9; OPINION Jesus back with faith (Mk 5:17-20; 7:31). lic Church states, “We shall rise like Christ” two consequences. First, the fact that the Jn 3:16-21 Hence, Jesus makes use of the animals (CCC, 995). body is raised to glory on the other side of the Msgr. to bring blessings to human beings, The resurrection of the body meets regu- grave changes the body on this side of the Thursday, April 11 Charles which is fitting. lar disbelief. “On no point does the Christian grave. St. Stanislaus, bishop and martyr Pope Culturally, pigs were considered faith encounter more opposition than on Just as the soul belongs to the Lord, so does Acts 5:27-33; Ps 34:2, 9, 17-20; by the Jewish people to be unclean the resurrection of the body,” St. Augustine your body. “The body (is meant) for the Lord, Jn 3:31-36 animals. Thus, the pigs also help to fit- wrote. It is one thing to accept that the life of tingly illustrate the uncleanness of demons, and the fate the human person continues in a spiritual Please see SCOTCHIE, 16 Friday, April 12 of those persisting in uncleanness. Acts 5:34-42; Ps 27:1, 4, 13-14; Jn 6:1-15 Q: Why do the Catholic Church and Catholic Bibles fail to use the uppercase pronouns when referring to the How do we ‘love’ the Lord? Saturday, April 13 persons of the Trinity? Does not the Lord’s Prayer say, “hallowed be Thy name?” Sunday, April 14 you give yourself unconditionally to me? Acts 6:1-7; Ps 33:1-2, 4-5, 18-19; Jn 6:16-21 — Joseph Krueger, Divide, Colo. Third Sunday of Easter Simon Peter answered him, “Yes, Lord, Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41; Ps 30:2, 4-6, 11-12, 13; you know that I love (philos) you.” Like I said, Sunday, April 14 A: Capitalizing pronouns (e.g. he, him, his, you, your, Rv 5:11-14; Jn 21:1-19 or 21:1-14 we’re best friends forever. etc.) referring to the Blessed Trinity has not been a wide- While Jesus was on trial for his life, Simon Jesus said to him the third time, “Simon, Acts 5:27-32, 40b-41; Ps 30:2, spread practice in Christian tradition. In fact, these pro- Peter was keeping a safe distance outside in son of John, do you love (philos) me?” I give 4-6; Rv 5:11-14; Jn 21:1-19 or nouns are never capitalized in the source documents. the courtyard, swearing that he didn’t know up. Yes, we’re friends. 21:1-14 They are not capitalized in the Greek text of the Scrip- Jesus. Three times he denied being a disciple Peter was distressed that Jesus had said to Monday, April 15 tures. Neither did St. Jerome capitalize them when he of Jesus. Then the cock crowed (Jn 18:15-18, him a third time, “Do you love (philos) me?” translated these texts into Latin Vulgate. 25-27). and he said to him, “Lord, you know every- Acts 6:8-15; Ps 119:23-24, 26- Even as the biblical texts were translated into English, We know that Jesus ate with tax collectors thing; you know that I love (philos) you.” 27, 29-30; Jn 6:22-29 the pronouns remained in the lower case. This is true of and sinners. Jesus said, “Those who are well What’s the big deal? I’m just glad that you are Tuesday, April 16 both Catholic and Protestant translations of the Bible. do not need a physician, but the sick do. … I not mad at me for denying you (Jn 21:15-17). The Douay-Rheims Bible did not use them, neither did did not come to call the righteous but sinners” Three times Peter had denied Jesus in his Acts 7:51-8:1a; Ps 31:3cd-4, the King James. Neither do more than 30 current or old (Mt 9:12-13). Yet Jesus had said, “Whoever de- hour of need. Three times Jesus asked Peter if 6ab, 7b, 8a, 17, 21ab; translations that I consulted online. nies me before others, I will deny before my he loved him unconditionally. Although Pe- Jn 6:30-35 Outside the Scriptures, the English translation of the heavenly Father” (Mt 10:33). Peter had denied ter did not grasp the difference between bud- Wednesday, April 17 Catechism of the Council of Trent used lowercase pro- Jesus three times. What did Jesus do? dies and beloved, he did get the good news. nouns, as does the current Catechism of the Catholic The New Testament was written in Greek. He was forgiven. Acts 8:1b-8; Ps 66:1-3a, 4-7a; Church. Thus we see the use of the lowercase for pro- The Greek language has three words for the Jesus’ real power wasn’t just over fish. He Jn 6:35-40 nouns referring to the Divine Persons in biblical text. word “love.” Eros is the love of infatuation, had power over sin. Some years ago, at least in English-speaking countries, romance and sex. Philos is the love between Then Jesus said, “Feed my sheep” (Jn Thursday, April 18 there was a pious practice of using the uppercase for pro- friends. For example, Philadelphia is literally 21:17). Love whom I love. Show them God’s Acts 8:26-40; Ps 66:8-9, 16-17, nouns referring to members of the Trinity. However, this the city of brotherly philos love. Agape is un- agape for them. 20; Jn 6:44-51 practice was neither widespread nor ancient. conditional sacrificial love, such as a mother “The Christian church is a society of sin- As for God’s name being holy, this is absolutely true. for her infant. ners,” Charles Clayton Morrison wrote. “It is Friday, April 19 Thus, Father, Son and Holy Spirit are capitalized, as is the After his resurrection from the dead, Je- the only society in the world in which mem- Acts 9:1-20; Ps 117:1-2; name of Jesus. sus did not demand from Peter an apology bership is based upon a single qualification, Jn 6:52-59 But pronouns are not proper names — they are, by defi- for his three denials. Instead, Jesus cooked that the candidate be unworthy of member- nition, words that stand for or point back to proper nouns. up breakfast on the lakeshore for the hungry ship.” Saturday, April 20 One may well argue that such pronouns should be capi- fishermen. Like Peter, we are unworthy. Yet we are Acts 9:31-42; Ps 116:12-17; talized, but given the widespread and ancient practice to When they had finished breakfast, Jesus loved. Feed his sheep. Jn 6:60-69 the contrary, one ought be careful not to impugn motives said to Peter, “Do you love (agape) me?” Are To take to prayer: Spend some time with of impiety for those who do not do so. n you ready to sacrifice for me? the Lord on the seashore. n Sunday, April 21 Simon Peter answered him, “Yes, Lord, you Acts 13:14, 43-52; Ps 100:1-2, Msgr. Pope is the pastor of Holy Comforter-St. Cyprian know that I love (philos) you.” Sure, you know Father Scotchie is the founding pastor of St. 3, 5; Rev 7:9, 14b-17; in Washington, D.C., and writes for the Archdiocese of that we are buddies. Maximilian Kolbe Parish in Orlando. He Jn 10:27-30 Washington blog at blog.adw.org. Send questions to Jesus said to Simon Peter a second time, holds a Doctorate of Ministry in preaching Pastoral Answers, Our Sunday Visitor, 200 Noll Plaza, “Simon, son of John, do you love (agape) me?” from the Aquinas Institute in St. Louis. He Huntington, IN 46750 or to [email protected]. Let- That’s not what I meant. What part of agape can be reached at frdavid@avaloncatholic. ters must be signed, but anonymity may be requested. do you not understand? Pay attention. Can org. 16 crossword Florida Catholic April 5-18, 2013

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July August September October November November December January March April April May June Diocese Non-parochial Collections 2011 2011 2011 2011 2011 2011 2011 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 Education of Church in Latin Campaign for Catholic Black & Indian Catholic Relief Respect Life/ World Mission Archdiocese for Retirement Fund Catholic Education Seminarians Holy Land Parish/mission name and city America/ Human Peter’s Pence Communication Missions financial report Services Migrants Sunday Military Service for Religious Support and Priestly (Good Friday) Church in Africa Development Catholic University Home Missions Formation In our continued effort of transparency and ac- countability, the Diocese of Palm Beach is begin- Ascension, Boca Raton $ 2,650 $ 1,219 $ 1,346 $ 1,573 $ 1,036 $ 1,922 $ 2,839 $ 1,392 $ 2,515 $ 2,354 $ 1,650 $ 889 $ 1,248 ning full disclosure, on an annual basis, the de- Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, Palm Beach Gardens $ 3,562 $ 3,098 $ 3,615 $ 3,832 $ 3,872 $ 1,380 $ 7,995 $ 4,439 $ 5,817 $ 3,451 $ 5,683 $ 3,134 $ 3,126 tails associated with the monthly non-parochial Emmanuel, Delray Beach $ — $ 900 $ 1,055 $ 1,295 $ 1,401 $ 524 $ 2,194 $ 1,497 $ 1,526 $ 903 $ 2,046 $ 1,028 $ — collections taken up in parishes. The following chart reflects the dollar amount Holy Cross, Indiantown $ — $ — $ 781 $ — $ 710 $ 685 $ 767 $ 125 $ 1,418 $ 1,238 $ 1,002 $ — $ — of these collections by month and by parish. Par- Holy Cross, Vero Beach $ 8,002 $ 4,445 $ 4,141 $ 9,564 $ 7,843 $ 4,747 $ 9,955 $ 12,130 $ 11,485 $ 5,254 $ 13,820 $ 5,291 $ 4,828 ishes submit the total amount received for a given Holy Family, Port St. Lucie $ 1,180 $ 1,380 $ 1,025 $ 458 $ 838 $ 634 $ 1,652 $ 1,071 $ 1,305 $ 3,097 $ 1,438 $ 1,064 $ 1,398 collection directly to the diocesan Finance Office which, in turn, forwards the funds to the appro- Holy Name of Jesus, West Palm Beach $ 900 $ 850 $ 1,489 $ 1,151 $ 1,308 $ 750 $ 2,805 $ 2,964 $ 3,659 $ 3,717 $ 3,313 $ 958 $ 2,016 priate party. Holy Redeemer, Palm City $ 2,642 $ 2,998 $ 3,029 $ 4,174 $ 4,287 $ 4,239 $ 4,741 $ 4,542 $ 4,076 $ 2,579 $ 3,739 $ 2,859 $ 2,564 Most of these collections fall under the philan- Holy Spirit, Lantana $ 1,512 $ 1,460 $ 1,693 $ 1,653 $ 1,872 $ 2,699 $ 2,710 $ 2,191 $ 3,597 $ 2,473 $ 2,262 $ 1,913 $ 1,680 thropic authority of the U.S. Conference of Catho- lic Bishops’ Office of National Collections, which Mary Immaculate, West Palm Beach $ 1,132 $ 1,152 $ — $ — $ — $ 356 $ 1,097 $ — $ 1,187 $ 899 $ 753 $ 797 $ 539 receives the proceeds from dioceses across the Notre Dame Mission, Fort Pierce $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 397 $ — $ 817 $ 91 $ 404 $ 176 $ 61 country and sends the funds to the ultimate ben- Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission, Fellsmere $ 386 $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 330 $ — $ 655 $ 321 $ — $ — eficiaries. Some collections are shared between the U.S. conference beneficiary and the local Our Lady of Lourdes, Boca Raton $ — $ 3,642 $ — $ — $ 2,749 $ 4,043 $ — $ — $ 3,487 $ — $ — $ — $ — diocese. Other collections are designated for the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission, Delray Beach $ — $ 123 $ — $ 138 $ 132 $ — $ 190 $ 127 $ 172 $ 2,718 $ 103 $ 135 $ 145 exclusive use of the Diocese of Palm Beach. Our Lady Queen of Peace, Delray Beach $ 1,110 $ 1,300 $ 1,388 $ 1,796 $ 1,266 $ — $ 2,464 $ 1,935 $ 1,674 $ 2,474 $ 1,545 $ 1,547 $ 1,206 This chart reflects some instances where there Our Lady Queen of the Apostles, Royal Palm Beach $ 2,940 $ 2,519 $ 2,329 $ 2,910 $ 1,952 $ 1,661 $ 3,430 $ 3,108 $ 3,079 $ 2,625 $ 3,038 $ 2,578 $ 2,464 is no dollar amount shown for a particular parish and collection. This simply means the collected Sacred Heart, Lake Worth $ 1,968 $ 1,317 $ 1,817 $ 1,696 $ 1,886 $ 1,753 $ 1,735 $ 1,760 $ 2,134 $ — $ 2,058 $ 922 $ 1,493 amount was not reported and submitted to the Sacred Heart, Okeechobee $ 234 $ 532 $ 499 $ 344 $ 361 $ — $ 429 $ 326 $ 302 $ — $ — $ 532 $ 567 diocesan Finance Office within the required 60 St. Anastasia, Fort Pierce $ 776 $ 753 $ 1,427 $ 1,261 $ 1,459 $ 2,085 $ 1,385 $ 837 $ 1,280 $ — $ 1,834 $ 567 $ 557 days of the scheduled collection. Below is a brief explanation of the purpose of St. Andrew, Stuart $ — $ — $ — $ 190 $ 290 $ — $ 210 $ 225 $ 250 $ 255 $ 265 $ 200 $ 320 each collection and those who benefit from your St. Ann, West Paul Beach $ 185 $ 155 $ 194 $ 189 $ 162 $ 722 $ 195 $ 212 $ 236 $ 738 $ 216 $ 145 $ 177 generosity. More information is available on these St. Bernadette, Port St. Lucie $ 2,591 $ 2,047 $ 2,076 $ 4,242 $ 2,805 $ 1,611 $ 3,842 $ 2,606 $ 3,626 $ 2,190 $ 3,043 $ 2,142 $ 2,067 websites: www.usccb.org/nationalcollections; and www.diocesepb.org/finance-documents St. Christopher, Hobe Sound $ 2,099 $ 2,061 $ 2,069 $ 3,053 $ 3,724 $ 6,250 $ 6,702 $ 4,638 $ 7,239 $ 3,010 $ 6,075 $ 3,271 $ 2,367 St. Clare, North Palm Beach $ 3,225 $ 1,900 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 2,350 $ 1,500 $ 6,000 $ 3,550 $ 4,000 $ 2,800 $ 3,600 $ — — COLLECTION DESCRIPTIONS St. Edward, Palm Beach $ 1,792 $ 1,655 $ 2,071 $ 2,253 $ 3,230 $ 2,226 $ 5,817 $ 4,906 $ 5,546 $ 3,562 $ 3,646 $ 2,757 $ 2,648 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Port St. Lucie $ 290 $ 306 $ 296 $ 292 $ 317 $ 133 $ 335 $ 325 $ 359 $ 691 $ 341 $ 292 $ 281 • July — Catholic Relief Services: Assists poor and hungry people abroad and immigrants St. Francis of Assisi, Rivera Beach $ 260 $ 125 $ 93 $ 147 $ 86 $ — $ 575 $ 87 $ 121 $ 529 $ — $ 77 $ 120 and refugees to the United States. St. Helen, Vero Beach $ 4,612 $ 5,265 $ 4,238 $ 5,315 $ 4,783 $ 2,892 $ 7,525 $ 4,007 $ 5,569 $ 4,647 $ 5,595 $ 3,256 $ 4,876 • August — Church in Latin America & St. Joan of Arc, Boca Raton $ — $ — $ — $ 5,043 $ — $ 4,150 $ 9,765 $ 5,854 $ 9,137 $ — $ 6,578 $ — $ — Africa: Funds pastoral projects in Central and South America, the Caribbean and Africa. St. John Fisher, West Palm Beach $ 427 $ 315 $ 312 $ 595 $ 645 $ 207 $ 704 $ 923 $ 1,155 $ 2,118 $ 1,072 $ 980 $ 405 • September — Respect Life/Migrants: St. John of the Cross, Vero Beach $ 2,603 $ 1,868 $ 2,377 $ 2,668 $ 2,361 $ 1,225 $ 8,802 $ 2,718 $ 4,134 $ — $ 3,551 $ 1,945 $ 1,916 Provides resources for local pro-life activities and St. John the Evangelist, Boca Raton $ 1,273 $ 1,196 $ 1,184 $ 1,210 $ 1,285 $ 1,157 $ 1,570 $ 1,211 $ 1,182 $ 1,288 $ 1,302 $ 1,336 $ 1,311 aid to migrant missions. St. Joseph, Stuart $ 3,781 $ 3,527 $ 3,634 $ 4,504 $ 4,336 $ 2,200 $ 7,741 $ 4,660 $ 5,217 $ 4,335 $ 4,781 $ 3,877 $ 3,501 • October — World Mission Sunday: Supports the Church’s missions throughout the St. Jude, Boca Raton $ 3,278 $ 2,917 $ 2,970 $ 3,132 $ 3,641 $ — $ 7,855 $ 3,079 $ 3,353 $ 5,516 $ 2,978 $ 2,993 $ 2,978 world. St. Jude, Tequesta $ 2,890 $ 2,151 $ 2,571 $ 3,234 $ 3,445 $ 3,847 $ 5,532 $ 4,661 $ 5,926 $ 3,636 $ 4,818 $ 2,404 $ 2,516 • November — Campaign for Human St. Juliana, West Palm Beach $ — $ — $ — $ 2,480 $ 2,463 $ 2,654 $ 2,473 $ 3,077 $ 2,876 $ 947 $ 4,083 $ 1,464 $ — Development: Provides financial assistance to projects in the United States that reduce poverty. St. Lucie, Port St. Lucie $ — $ — $ 3,071 $ 2,684 $ 3,060 $ — $ 5,284 $ 3,672 $ 3,839 $ 3,574 $ 3,738 $ 2,695 $ 2,785 • December — Retirement Fund for St. Lucy, Highland Beach $ 1,211 $ 1,156 $ 788 $ 1,557 $ 2,051 $ 921 $ 4,704 $ 1,828 $ 1,964 $ 2,271 $ 1,964 $ 959 $ 837 Religious: Assists religious orders with financial St. Luke, Palm Springs $ 1,022 $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 200 $ — $ 1,025 $ 1,011 $ 3,447 $ 1,018 $ 444 $ 574 support for elderly priests and sisters. St. Mark, Boynton Beach $ 1,932 $ 1,425 $ 2,041 $ 2,326 $ 2,616 $ 1,362 $ 3,825 $ 3,033 $ 3,841 $ 2,845 $ 3,036 $ 2,149 $ 1,578 • January — Catholic Education Support: Provides direct support to local Catholic schools St. Mark, Fort Pierce $ 1,338 $ 1,667 $ 1,387 $ 1,934 $ 1,703 $ 1,688 $ 2,448 $ 1,962 $ 1,922 $ 1,820 $ 2,071 $ 1,261 $ 1,239 within the Diocese of Palm Beach. St. Martin de Porres, Jensen Beach $ — $ — $ — $ 3,164 $ 3,170 $ 858 $ 4,362 $ 3,081 $ 5,144 $ 6,587 $ 5,920 $ — $ — • March — Education of Seminarians and St. Mary, Pahokee $ 139 $ 148 $ 270 $ 259 $ 180 $ — $ 172 $ 170 $ 304 $ 353 $ 282 $ 229 $ — Priestly Formation: Assists the Church to cul- tivate and form future priests within the Diocese St. Matthew, Lantana $ 2,857 $ 2,727 $ 2,901 $ 3,108 $ 2,893 $ 1,937 $ 3,775 $ 3,932 $ 4,089 $ 1,801 $ 3,688 $ 2,944 $ 2,831 of Palm Beach. St. Patrick, Palm Beach Gardens $ 3,230 $ 2,468 $ 2,588 $ 3,215 $ 3,782 $ 2,682 $ 4,922 $ 4,600 $ 6,326 $ 3,505 $ 5,330 $ 3,483 $ 2,675 • April — Holy Land: Support for Christians, St. Paul of the Cross, North Palm Beach $ 2,475 $ 1,972 $ 2,143 $ 2,284 $ 2,625 $ — $ 4,391 $ 3,784 $ 4,485 $ 2,189 $ 4,005 $ 1,759 $ 2,019 all people and sacred places in the Holy Land. St. Peter, Jupiter $ 1,679 $ 1,602 $ 1,829 $ 1,957 $ 2,003 $ — $ 2,403 $ 2,655 $ 2,252 $ 3,757 $ 2,267 $ 1,951 $ 1,947 • April — Peter’s Pence: Funding for the Holy Father to provide worldwide emergency St. Philip Benizi, Belle Glade $ 453 $ 463 $ 485 $ 420 $ 370 $ — $ 596 $ 502 $ 447 $ 397 $ 523 $ 387 $ 421 relief as needed. St. Rita, Wellington $ 2,082 $ 2,017 $ 2,137 $ 1,913 $ 1,975 $ 450 $ 3,122 $ 2,693 $ 2,428 $ 801 $ 2,110 $ 2,119 $ 2,480 • May — Catholic Communication Cam- St. Sebastian, Sebastian $ — $ 970 $ — $ — $ 750 $ — $ 4,477 $ — $ — $ 1,704 $ 1,230 $ 506 $ 688 paign/Catholic University: Funds Catholic organizations that help spread the good news St. Thérèse de Lisieux, Wellington $ 1,433 $ 1,115 $ 1,137 $ 1,153 $ 1,134 $ 1,634 $ 1,780 $ 1,211 $ 1,265 $ 1,327 $ 2,249 $ 924 $ 945 through media and social networking, and pro- St. Thomas More, Boynton Beach $ 2,653 $ 1,535 $ 2,250 $ 2,704 $ 3,701 $ 3,469 $ 4,732 $ 4,577 $ 4,753 $ 5,576 $ 2,785 $ 2,151 $ 2,830 vides student scholarships to attend The Catholic St. Vincent Ferrer, Delray Beach $ 3,426 $ 2,580 $ 2,420 $ 3,191 $ 3,188 $ 3,064 $ 5,356 $ 3,112 $ 5,076 $ 3,419 $ 3,563 $ 3,496 $ — University of America Received at the Pastoral Center, Palm Beach Gardens $ 20 $ — $ — $ 50 $ — $ 1,000 $ 1,045 $ — $ — $ 25 $ — $ — $ — • June — Black and Indian Missions and Home Missions: Support for evangelization programs and Catholic communities in the U.S. Summary $ 84,250 $ 75,020 $ 77,664 $ 104,810 $ 104,094 $ 77,517 $ 179,821 $ 127,349 $ 158,600 $ 116,185 $ 142,730 $ 78,984 $ 73,222 B1 Florida Catholic April 5-18 2013 Palm Beach Financial Statement Palm Beach Financial Statement April 5-18 2013 Florida Catholic B2 P alm Beach SUMMARY OF palm beach diocese NON-PAROCHIAL Collections — July 2011 to June 2012

July August September October November November December January March April April May June Diocese Non-parochial Collections 2011 2011 2011 2011 2011 2011 2011 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 2012 Education of Church in Latin Campaign for Catholic Black & Indian Catholic Relief Respect Life/ World Mission Archdiocese for Retirement Fund Catholic Education Seminarians Holy Land Parish/mission name and city America/ Human Peter’s Pence Communication Missions financial report Services Migrants Sunday Military Service for Religious Support and Priestly (Good Friday) Church in Africa Development Catholic University Home Missions Formation In our continued effort of transparency and ac- countability, the Diocese of Palm Beach is begin- Ascension, Boca Raton $ 2,650 $ 1,219 $ 1,346 $ 1,573 $ 1,036 $ 1,922 $ 2,839 $ 1,392 $ 2,515 $ 2,354 $ 1,650 $ 889 $ 1,248 ning full disclosure, on an annual basis, the de- Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, Palm Beach Gardens $ 3,562 $ 3,098 $ 3,615 $ 3,832 $ 3,872 $ 1,380 $ 7,995 $ 4,439 $ 5,817 $ 3,451 $ 5,683 $ 3,134 $ 3,126 tails associated with the monthly non-parochial Emmanuel, Delray Beach $ — $ 900 $ 1,055 $ 1,295 $ 1,401 $ 524 $ 2,194 $ 1,497 $ 1,526 $ 903 $ 2,046 $ 1,028 $ — collections taken up in parishes. The following chart reflects the dollar amount Holy Cross, Indiantown $ — $ — $ 781 $ — $ 710 $ 685 $ 767 $ 125 $ 1,418 $ 1,238 $ 1,002 $ — $ — of these collections by month and by parish. Par- Holy Cross, Vero Beach $ 8,002 $ 4,445 $ 4,141 $ 9,564 $ 7,843 $ 4,747 $ 9,955 $ 12,130 $ 11,485 $ 5,254 $ 13,820 $ 5,291 $ 4,828 ishes submit the total amount received for a given Holy Family, Port St. Lucie $ 1,180 $ 1,380 $ 1,025 $ 458 $ 838 $ 634 $ 1,652 $ 1,071 $ 1,305 $ 3,097 $ 1,438 $ 1,064 $ 1,398 collection directly to the diocesan Finance Office which, in turn, forwards the funds to the appro- Holy Name of Jesus, West Palm Beach $ 900 $ 850 $ 1,489 $ 1,151 $ 1,308 $ 750 $ 2,805 $ 2,964 $ 3,659 $ 3,717 $ 3,313 $ 958 $ 2,016 priate party. Holy Redeemer, Palm City $ 2,642 $ 2,998 $ 3,029 $ 4,174 $ 4,287 $ 4,239 $ 4,741 $ 4,542 $ 4,076 $ 2,579 $ 3,739 $ 2,859 $ 2,564 Most of these collections fall under the philan- Holy Spirit, Lantana $ 1,512 $ 1,460 $ 1,693 $ 1,653 $ 1,872 $ 2,699 $ 2,710 $ 2,191 $ 3,597 $ 2,473 $ 2,262 $ 1,913 $ 1,680 thropic authority of the U.S. Conference of Catho- lic Bishops’ Office of National Collections, which Mary Immaculate, West Palm Beach $ 1,132 $ 1,152 $ — $ — $ — $ 356 $ 1,097 $ — $ 1,187 $ 899 $ 753 $ 797 $ 539 receives the proceeds from dioceses across the Notre Dame Mission, Fort Pierce $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 397 $ — $ 817 $ 91 $ 404 $ 176 $ 61 country and sends the funds to the ultimate ben- Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission, Fellsmere $ 386 $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 330 $ — $ 655 $ 321 $ — $ — eficiaries. Some collections are shared between the U.S. conference beneficiary and the local Our Lady of Lourdes, Boca Raton $ — $ 3,642 $ — $ — $ 2,749 $ 4,043 $ — $ — $ 3,487 $ — $ — $ — $ — diocese. Other collections are designated for the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Mission, Delray Beach $ — $ 123 $ — $ 138 $ 132 $ — $ 190 $ 127 $ 172 $ 2,718 $ 103 $ 135 $ 145 exclusive use of the Diocese of Palm Beach. Our Lady Queen of Peace, Delray Beach $ 1,110 $ 1,300 $ 1,388 $ 1,796 $ 1,266 $ — $ 2,464 $ 1,935 $ 1,674 $ 2,474 $ 1,545 $ 1,547 $ 1,206 This chart reflects some instances where there Our Lady Queen of the Apostles, Royal Palm Beach $ 2,940 $ 2,519 $ 2,329 $ 2,910 $ 1,952 $ 1,661 $ 3,430 $ 3,108 $ 3,079 $ 2,625 $ 3,038 $ 2,578 $ 2,464 is no dollar amount shown for a particular parish and collection. This simply means the collected Sacred Heart, Lake Worth $ 1,968 $ 1,317 $ 1,817 $ 1,696 $ 1,886 $ 1,753 $ 1,735 $ 1,760 $ 2,134 $ — $ 2,058 $ 922 $ 1,493 amount was not reported and submitted to the Sacred Heart, Okeechobee $ 234 $ 532 $ 499 $ 344 $ 361 $ — $ 429 $ 326 $ 302 $ — $ — $ 532 $ 567 diocesan Finance Office within the required 60 St. Anastasia, Fort Pierce $ 776 $ 753 $ 1,427 $ 1,261 $ 1,459 $ 2,085 $ 1,385 $ 837 $ 1,280 $ — $ 1,834 $ 567 $ 557 days of the scheduled collection. Below is a brief explanation of the purpose of St. Andrew, Stuart $ — $ — $ — $ 190 $ 290 $ — $ 210 $ 225 $ 250 $ 255 $ 265 $ 200 $ 320 each collection and those who benefit from your St. Ann, West Paul Beach $ 185 $ 155 $ 194 $ 189 $ 162 $ 722 $ 195 $ 212 $ 236 $ 738 $ 216 $ 145 $ 177 generosity. More information is available on these St. Bernadette, Port St. Lucie $ 2,591 $ 2,047 $ 2,076 $ 4,242 $ 2,805 $ 1,611 $ 3,842 $ 2,606 $ 3,626 $ 2,190 $ 3,043 $ 2,142 $ 2,067 websites: www.usccb.org/nationalcollections; and www.diocesepb.org/finance-documents St. Christopher, Hobe Sound $ 2,099 $ 2,061 $ 2,069 $ 3,053 $ 3,724 $ 6,250 $ 6,702 $ 4,638 $ 7,239 $ 3,010 $ 6,075 $ 3,271 $ 2,367 St. Clare, North Palm Beach $ 3,225 $ 1,900 $ 2,500 $ 2,500 $ 2,350 $ 1,500 $ 6,000 $ 3,550 $ 4,000 $ 2,800 $ 3,600 $ — — COLLECTION DESCRIPTIONS St. Edward, Palm Beach $ 1,792 $ 1,655 $ 2,071 $ 2,253 $ 3,230 $ 2,226 $ 5,817 $ 4,906 $ 5,546 $ 3,562 $ 3,646 $ 2,757 $ 2,648 St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Port St. Lucie $ 290 $ 306 $ 296 $ 292 $ 317 $ 133 $ 335 $ 325 $ 359 $ 691 $ 341 $ 292 $ 281 • July — Catholic Relief Services: Assists poor and hungry people abroad and immigrants St. Francis of Assisi, Rivera Beach $ 260 $ 125 $ 93 $ 147 $ 86 $ — $ 575 $ 87 $ 121 $ 529 $ — $ 77 $ 120 and refugees to the United States. St. Helen, Vero Beach $ 4,612 $ 5,265 $ 4,238 $ 5,315 $ 4,783 $ 2,892 $ 7,525 $ 4,007 $ 5,569 $ 4,647 $ 5,595 $ 3,256 $ 4,876 • August — Church in Latin America & St. Joan of Arc, Boca Raton $ — $ — $ — $ 5,043 $ — $ 4,150 $ 9,765 $ 5,854 $ 9,137 $ — $ 6,578 $ — $ — Africa: Funds pastoral projects in Central and South America, the Caribbean and Africa. St. John Fisher, West Palm Beach $ 427 $ 315 $ 312 $ 595 $ 645 $ 207 $ 704 $ 923 $ 1,155 $ 2,118 $ 1,072 $ 980 $ 405 • September — Respect Life/Migrants: St. John of the Cross, Vero Beach $ 2,603 $ 1,868 $ 2,377 $ 2,668 $ 2,361 $ 1,225 $ 8,802 $ 2,718 $ 4,134 $ — $ 3,551 $ 1,945 $ 1,916 Provides resources for local pro-life activities and St. John the Evangelist, Boca Raton $ 1,273 $ 1,196 $ 1,184 $ 1,210 $ 1,285 $ 1,157 $ 1,570 $ 1,211 $ 1,182 $ 1,288 $ 1,302 $ 1,336 $ 1,311 aid to migrant missions. St. Joseph, Stuart $ 3,781 $ 3,527 $ 3,634 $ 4,504 $ 4,336 $ 2,200 $ 7,741 $ 4,660 $ 5,217 $ 4,335 $ 4,781 $ 3,877 $ 3,501 • October — World Mission Sunday: Supports the Church’s missions throughout the St. Jude, Boca Raton $ 3,278 $ 2,917 $ 2,970 $ 3,132 $ 3,641 $ — $ 7,855 $ 3,079 $ 3,353 $ 5,516 $ 2,978 $ 2,993 $ 2,978 world. St. Jude, Tequesta $ 2,890 $ 2,151 $ 2,571 $ 3,234 $ 3,445 $ 3,847 $ 5,532 $ 4,661 $ 5,926 $ 3,636 $ 4,818 $ 2,404 $ 2,516 • November — Campaign for Human St. Juliana, West Palm Beach $ — $ — $ — $ 2,480 $ 2,463 $ 2,654 $ 2,473 $ 3,077 $ 2,876 $ 947 $ 4,083 $ 1,464 $ — Development: Provides financial assistance to projects in the United States that reduce poverty. St. Lucie, Port St. Lucie $ — $ — $ 3,071 $ 2,684 $ 3,060 $ — $ 5,284 $ 3,672 $ 3,839 $ 3,574 $ 3,738 $ 2,695 $ 2,785 • December — Retirement Fund for St. Lucy, Highland Beach $ 1,211 $ 1,156 $ 788 $ 1,557 $ 2,051 $ 921 $ 4,704 $ 1,828 $ 1,964 $ 2,271 $ 1,964 $ 959 $ 837 Religious: Assists religious orders with financial St. Luke, Palm Springs $ 1,022 $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 200 $ — $ 1,025 $ 1,011 $ 3,447 $ 1,018 $ 444 $ 574 support for elderly priests and sisters. St. Mark, Boynton Beach $ 1,932 $ 1,425 $ 2,041 $ 2,326 $ 2,616 $ 1,362 $ 3,825 $ 3,033 $ 3,841 $ 2,845 $ 3,036 $ 2,149 $ 1,578 • January — Catholic Education Support: Provides direct support to local Catholic schools St. Mark, Fort Pierce $ 1,338 $ 1,667 $ 1,387 $ 1,934 $ 1,703 $ 1,688 $ 2,448 $ 1,962 $ 1,922 $ 1,820 $ 2,071 $ 1,261 $ 1,239 within the Diocese of Palm Beach. St. Martin de Porres, Jensen Beach $ — $ — $ — $ 3,164 $ 3,170 $ 858 $ 4,362 $ 3,081 $ 5,144 $ 6,587 $ 5,920 $ — $ — • March — Education of Seminarians and St. Mary, Pahokee $ 139 $ 148 $ 270 $ 259 $ 180 $ — $ 172 $ 170 $ 304 $ 353 $ 282 $ 229 $ — Priestly Formation: Assists the Church to cul- tivate and form future priests within the Diocese St. Matthew, Lantana $ 2,857 $ 2,727 $ 2,901 $ 3,108 $ 2,893 $ 1,937 $ 3,775 $ 3,932 $ 4,089 $ 1,801 $ 3,688 $ 2,944 $ 2,831 of Palm Beach. St. Patrick, Palm Beach Gardens $ 3,230 $ 2,468 $ 2,588 $ 3,215 $ 3,782 $ 2,682 $ 4,922 $ 4,600 $ 6,326 $ 3,505 $ 5,330 $ 3,483 $ 2,675 • April — Holy Land: Support for Christians, St. Paul of the Cross, North Palm Beach $ 2,475 $ 1,972 $ 2,143 $ 2,284 $ 2,625 $ — $ 4,391 $ 3,784 $ 4,485 $ 2,189 $ 4,005 $ 1,759 $ 2,019 all people and sacred places in the Holy Land. St. Peter, Jupiter $ 1,679 $ 1,602 $ 1,829 $ 1,957 $ 2,003 $ — $ 2,403 $ 2,655 $ 2,252 $ 3,757 $ 2,267 $ 1,951 $ 1,947 • April — Peter’s Pence: Funding for the Holy Father to provide worldwide emergency St. Philip Benizi, Belle Glade $ 453 $ 463 $ 485 $ 420 $ 370 $ — $ 596 $ 502 $ 447 $ 397 $ 523 $ 387 $ 421 relief as needed. St. Rita, Wellington $ 2,082 $ 2,017 $ 2,137 $ 1,913 $ 1,975 $ 450 $ 3,122 $ 2,693 $ 2,428 $ 801 $ 2,110 $ 2,119 $ 2,480 • May — Catholic Communication Cam- St. Sebastian, Sebastian $ — $ 970 $ — $ — $ 750 $ — $ 4,477 $ — $ — $ 1,704 $ 1,230 $ 506 $ 688 paign/Catholic University: Funds Catholic organizations that help spread the good news St. Thérèse de Lisieux, Wellington $ 1,433 $ 1,115 $ 1,137 $ 1,153 $ 1,134 $ 1,634 $ 1,780 $ 1,211 $ 1,265 $ 1,327 $ 2,249 $ 924 $ 945 through media and social networking, and pro- St. Thomas More, Boynton Beach $ 2,653 $ 1,535 $ 2,250 $ 2,704 $ 3,701 $ 3,469 $ 4,732 $ 4,577 $ 4,753 $ 5,576 $ 2,785 $ 2,151 $ 2,830 vides student scholarships to attend The Catholic St. Vincent Ferrer, Delray Beach $ 3,426 $ 2,580 $ 2,420 $ 3,191 $ 3,188 $ 3,064 $ 5,356 $ 3,112 $ 5,076 $ 3,419 $ 3,563 $ 3,496 $ — University of America Received at the Pastoral Center, Palm Beach Gardens $ 20 $ — $ — $ 50 $ — $ 1,000 $ 1,045 $ — $ — $ 25 $ — $ — $ — • June — Black and Indian Missions and Home Missions: Support for evangelization programs and Catholic communities in the U.S. Summary $ 84,250 $ 75,020 $ 77,664 $ 104,810 $ 104,094 $ 77,517 $ 179,821 $ 127,349 $ 158,600 $ 116,185 $ 142,730 $ 78,984 $ 73,222