soonercatholic.org May 19, 2019 archokc.org Go Make Disciples Archbishop Coakley dedicates new church in Madill

By Diane Clay The Sooner Catholic

MADILL – More than 600 pa- rishioners and guests filled the new Holy Cross in Madill May 4 to celebrate the completion of the first phase of construction for the growing par- ish community. Archbishop Coakley joined Fa- ther Oby Zunmas, of Holy Cross, and visiting priests and deacons to bless and dedicate the new sanctuary. “You have built something beautiful, something beautiful and noble and worthy of the faith life of this Catholic community. It is a day of celebration; it is indeed a

continued on page 5 Archbishop Coakley celebrates on May 4 in the new Holy Cross Catholic Church. Photo Diane Clay/Sooner Catholic.

journey to the priesthood “When I think of a priest, I think of a father”

By Anamaría Scaperlanda Biddick to his devotion to and The Sooner Catholic his corresponding desire to serve the Lord. His pastor as Saint in Norman, Fa- he Lord spoke to Deacon John Her- ther Ed Menasco, fostered his vocation. rera in the silence of prayer. It was “Father Ed was very kind and helped me TSpring Break 2012, and Herrera to discern this calling, even prior to receiv- had joined a group of students from Saint ing the call in prayer in a more direct way,” in Norman on a mission trip to Herrera said. Biloxi, Miss. Before the mission trip, Herrera’s direction “During our trip, I was drawn to silent had been uncertain. He received an associ- prayer in the chapel for extended periods of ate degree from City Community time. In the midst of the silence, I was very College the previous year, but he was unsure close to the tabernacle and our Lord told me what to do next. He took time off school to he wanted me to work and moved in with friends from Saint be his priest.” Thomas More. The possibility His mom, Laura Herrera, recalled the of becoming a conversation she had with her son about his priest had been vocation. there since he “He said, mom, I don’t want you to freak was age 14, out or get excited; this is not a done deal, rescinding and Dcn. John Herrera will be ordained to the priesthood on resurfacing, due continued on page 9 June 29. Photo provided.

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I think we all would admit that the past few years tures about persons, By Sooner Catholic Staff have been times of rapid change in our world, in our places and events that to the Holy Spirit nation, in our Church and in our archdiocese. interest and affect us. Additional coverage of In the Archdiocese of we have wit- It provides editorial Church and archdiocesan nessed the historic of Blessed Stanley opinion, cultural com- Pray with Me! news and events, only on Rother and launched a first-ever archdiocesan capital mentary and author- Greetings in the Risen Lord! In anticipation of the great www.soonercatholic.org. campaign called “One Church, Many Disciples” that itative teaching. More Solemnity of Pentecost, I invite all my brother priests, dea- will support our parish projects, archdiocesan min- than simply reporting cons, religious and lay faithful to join me this year praying a istries and build a shrine for Blessed Stanley – the the news, the Sooner Archbishop Paul S. Coakley To send photos, event a special Novena to the Holy Spirit. The novena will begin ’ first and priest ever beatified. Catholic has been an information or story ideas, on Friday, May 31, and end on Saturday, June 8. That’s just scratching the surface of the fruits we will important instrument for advancing the evangelizing e-mail [email protected]. We need an outpouring of the Holy Spirit in our archdi- see because of this campaign to which the people of mission of the Church. ocese and God desires to grant this. We only have to ask. a the archdiocese have responded so generously. Just as our secular newspapers have had to adapt Quo Vadis Days 2019 I have shared many times with you that this has been a Are you considering the We also are in the middle of a pastoral planning to survive, the Sooner Catholic continues to adapt to constant prayer of mine since my installation as your arch- priesthood? Quo Vadis Days process called Vision 2030, which will develop strat- changing tastes, needs and trends in communication bishop. I have prayed earnestly for a new Pentecost for our 2019 is July 28-31 at Our egies based on my recent pastoral letter, “Go Make technology and in our local church. These days, there archdiocese. Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Disciples! Building a Culture of Conversion and are regular Spanish pages in each issue of the Sooner I invite you all to join me this year. This is a unique time Discipleship for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City,” Camp. It is for young men in Catholic. In addition to a colorful biweekly newspaper for our archdiocese. We are in the midst of the that will guide us for the next 10 years or more. On a for every Catholic household in the archdiocese, the high school and college who process of Blessed Stanley Rother and all of us are praying much more sober- Office of Com- prayerfully are discerning regularly that someday soon he will be declared a saint. We ing note, we have munications their vocation. More infor- are in the final stages of what has been a very successful capital campaign, “One Church once again been also maintains mation coming soon at www. thrown into confu- the archdioc- okcvocations.com/events/ Many Disciples,” and we have been engaged for more than 18 months in a pastoral plan- sion by the clergy “Please support the Sooner Catholic esan website, quo-vadis-days. ning process called Vision 2030, identifying the pastoral priorities and strategies that will abuse crisis that Communications Appeal and multiple social guide our efforts during the next 10-12 years. As we prepare for Pentecost, let’s pray together for a greater outpouring of the Holy continues to chal- help us continue to provide media plat- lenge the Church, forms and the Spirit in our archdiocese, and for God’s abundant blessings as we chart the course for the especially its lead- up-to-date news, timely mobile phone future! Come Holy Spirit! ers, to do better information and crucial formation app. in protecting the The Soon- young and trans- across various platforms for the er Catholic is Reverend Wilbur E. Moore (1992-2009). parently responding people of this archdiocese.” supported by He served to allegations of the annual Pentecost Novena Rev. Wilbur Emery Moore died as associate abuse. Sooner Catholic May 12, 2019, at Saint Ann Nurs- pastor of One of the im- Communica- @archokc ing Home in Oklahoma City. He Saint Mary, portant means of tions Appeal. was age 90. Father Moore was Tulsa (1957- staying abreast with The appeal Archdiocese of born March 6, 1929, in Duncan, 1965). In all that is happening in our Catholic world has been also supports local Catholic radio stations, helps Oklahoma City Okla., to Harry and Lucy (Haas) addition to the Sooner Catholic, our award-winning archdiocesan maintain the website and even helped make possible Moore. After graduating from serving par- newspaper. It was Archbishop Quinn who established the award-winning documentary on Blessed Stanley Arquidiócesis de Duncan High School, he attend- ishes, Father the Sooner Catholic in 1974 to serve the new Archdi- Rother that premiered at his beatification Mass. Oklahoma City Fr. Wilbur E. Moore ed Saint Thomas Seminary in Moore served ocese of Oklahoma City when the state was divided It is easy to take for granted many of the things that Denver, Colo., where he earned as chaplain into two dioceses. He recognized the importance of a make up the rhythm and fabric of our lives. Perhaps HOW TO PRAY THE NOVENA a master’s degree in theology. He at Joseph Harp Correctional Cen- local Catholic newspaper to share news and informa- the Sooner Catholic is one of those things. was ordained May 25, 1957, in ter in Lexington, Okla., as regional tion and to strengthen our sense of communion with Please support the Sooner Catholic Communica- 1) Start with the Sign of the Cross. Oklahoma City by Bishop Eugene vicar for the archdiocese, on the one another across our vast archdiocese. tions Appeal and help us continue to provide up-to- 2) Pray the opening prayer. McGuinness. Seminary Board and as the de- The Sooner Catholic continues to report news of date news, timely information and crucial formation 3) Read the sequence verse and scripture passage for the day. Father Moore faithfully served things happening in our parishes and schools, in across various platforms for the people of this archdi- Links to each day can be found at archokc.org/pray. the Diocese of Oklahoma City and fender of the bond for the marriage Oklahoma, and throughout the world. It offers fea- ocese. Thank you for your generous support! 4) Pray the closing prayer. Tulsa, and later the Archdiocese tribunal. of Oklahoma City, for more than A Mass of Christian Burial was 60 years. Father Moore served as celebrated May 17 at the Catho- Opening prayer each day: pastor of Sacred Heart, Alva, and lic Pastoral Center by Archbishop Come Holy Spirit, Our Mother of Sorrows, Waynoka Coakley with burial at Duncan fill the hearts of your faithful (1965-1972), Holy Name of Jesus, Cemetery in Duncan. In lieu of and kindle in them the Chickasha (1972-1986), Saint flowers, donations can be made Holy Spirit, fire of your love. Joseph, Ada (1986-1992), and to The Center of Family Love in you blessed the first Send forth your Spirit and they shall be created. Our Lady of Fatima, Nicoma Park Okarche. disciples with the power to And You shall renew the Archbishop Coakley’s Calendar spread God’s love face of the earth. throughout the world. O, God, who by the light of the The following events are part of Archbishop Coakley’s official calendar. Give us a new power to pro- Holy Spirit, claim your word did instruct the hearts of the faithful, May 19 – Confirmation, 11 a.m., St. Philip Neri, Midwest City through our own unique gifts grant that by the same Holy Spirit May 19 – Mystagogy Mass, 4 p.m., St. Chapel, Catholic Pastoral Center and through the channels of we may be truly wise and ever enjoy his consolations, CAMPAIGN GOAL RAISED TO DATE % GOAL May 21 – Presbyteral Council meeting, 9:30 a.m., CPC clear communication. Through Christ Our Lord, CHALLENGE GOAL $80,000,000 $88,289,942 110% May 21 – Mass, 11:30 a.m., St. Francis de Sales Chapel, CPC Make us willing to receive Amen. ARCHBISHOP COAKLEY’S LEAD GIFTS $20,000,000 $23,719,941 119% May 21 – Archdiocesan Finance Council meeting, 2 p.m., CPC that word as it enters our ROTHER MUSEUM & PILGRIM CENTER $5,000,000 $2,528,104 51% May 21 – Bishop McGuinness graduation, 7 p.m., BMCHS auditorium daily lives. Bless all who Closing prayer each day: 10 WAVE 1 PARISHES May 22 – Mount St. Mary graduation, 7 p.m., OCCC Visual and Performing Arts Center use their talents in the field of Come Holy Spirit, $8,535,000 $10,379,210 122% May 23 – Catholic Charities Board meeting, 11:30 a.m., Catholic Charities offices communications. Renew your wonders in this our day, (Oct. ‘17 - Mar. ‘18) Guide those who send out as by a new Pentecost. 29 WAVE 2 PARISHES May 23 – Senior Staff meeting, 2 p.m., CPC $13,630,000 $16,144,173 118% May 23 – Rother Design Team meeting, 3 p.m., CPC the message and those who Grant to your Church that, (Mar. ‘18 - Aug. ‘18) May 23 – Mass and 130th anniversary celebration, 6:30 p.m., St. John Nepomuk, Yukon receive it, so that all people being of one mind and steadfast in prayer with Mary, 34 WAVE 3 PARISHES $10,950,000 $14,262,390 130% May 25 – Confirmation, 5 p.m., The Cathedral of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, OKC may come to know your the Mother of Jesus, (Aug. ‘18 - Dec. ‘18) truth and be renewed by your and following the lead of the successors of and the May 26 – Confirmation, Noon, St. Joseph Old Cathedral, OKC 31 WAVE 4 PARISHES love. We ask this through $9,345,000 $10,193,292 103% May 27 – Memorial Day Mass, 9 a.m., Resurrection Cemetery Chapel, OKC Apostles, it may advance the reign of our Divine Savior, the reign of (Jan. ‘19 - May. ‘19) May 28-31 – Annual Convocation of Priests, Quartz Mountain Resort and Conference Center Jesus Christ, Our Lord. truth and justice, the reign of love and peace. COMBINED PARISH CAMPAIGNS $15,350,000 $11,016,638 72% June 1 – Confirmation, 5 p.m., St. , Moore Amen. Amen. June 2 – Confirmation, 10 a.m., St. Benedict, Shawnee OTHER GIFTS ---- $45,894 ---- 4 May 19, 2019 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 19, 2019 5 Reflection Day focuses on Divine Mercy Christ the King students spend spring break

By Judy Hilovsky compassion and hope as key and pain The Sooner Catholic elements to mercy. The next some- serving at shelter “In gratitude we can do Day of Reflection one has June 22 the second thing, and that caused, closet, installing a donated cabinet and water- and that the parents had not been back in a “The Eucharist: By Antonio Guzman SHAWNEE – On the vigil of is to have compassion with we can For the Sooner Catholic few days. The Sacrament of ing plants. Divine Mercy Sunday, April 27, others. We have compassion offer that In the midst of serving the children of RISE, The boys were neglected. When authorities participants gathered at Saint Transformation” by helping to alleviate the pain and idden in the midst of a poor neighbor- the high school missionaries and chaperones arrived, the boys were dirty, had no food or Most Reverend Gregory’s Abbey to learn more (405) 878-5656 suffering of others, extending resent to hood, a Carmelite-run shelter serves had the opportunity to learn the stories behind shoes, and the home did not have electricity. Paul S. Coakley about this holy day. Abbot Law- reconciliation to others and Jesus as as a beacon of hope for the 29 chil- some of the children’s arrival to RISE. Upon arrival to RISE the children were fed, Archbishop of Oklahoma City rence Stasyszen, O.S.B, led the to ourselves. Then, those two a prayer. H dren, ages 1-14, who reside bathed and given clean clothes and shoes. Day of Reflec- Publisher Say ‘Lord there. The Spanish name for The boys were so excited to have shoes be- tion and dis- this is all the shelter, Refugio Infan- cause they had not had any before. After the cussed themes I got. I offer you this hurt and til Santa Esperanza or RISE, boys finished eating, one of them asked if Diane Clay of mercy. resentful behavior to you as my roughly translates to Children’s they were going to eat again the next day. The Editor Abbot Law- prayer for this other person. Do Shelter of Hope. lady who prepares the meals told them that rence told the what you will.’ Remember Jesus This safe haven was founded they were and that they were going to eat group that Dana Attocknie said you will be forgiven as you in 2001 after the parish priest again later that day. The boys could not be- during Jubilee Managing Editor forgive.” and Carmelite sisters saw the lieve that they were going to have food twice 2000, Saint need to provide a refuge to the in one day.” John Paul II He had the group compose children who were homeless, Professor Jorge Hubeto-Ayala, who oversees conducted the their own Psalms 136 by re- Volume 41, Number 10 orphaned or were at risk in education and tutoring for the children, said ceremony of calling moments of God’s grace their own home. it was helpful to have the high school mis- the canoniza- on the first line, then repeat, During Spring Break this sionaries interact with the children because tion of Saint “his mercy endures forever” as Sooner Catholic Newspaper past March, teenagers who the three newly arrived boys really need- Faustina on the second line. He suggested 7501 Northwest Expressway attend Christ the King in Okla- ed the human interaction. He also said April 30 and recounting at least 10 moments Oklahoma City, OK 73132 homa City traveled to Puerto that he was grateful because the children officially des- where God’s mercy was evident. Vallarta, Mexico, as part of needed young people who can keep up (405) 721-1810 ignated the “It’s very hard to understand a mission trip to work at the with them and play, interact and simply Fax: (405) 721-5210 Sunday after that someone loves that much,” shelter. give attention. E-mail: [email protected] as the Alice and Jim Fagen traveled from Bartlesville to attend the Day Alice Fagen said. Fagen and Before embarking on the Students from Christ the King traveled Jenson McPherson, a freshmen high Sunday of the of Reflection at St. Gregory’s Abbey.Photo Judy Hilovsky/Sooner her husband Jim came from Mailing Address: mission trip, the high school to Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, as part of a school missionary said, “The kids Divine Mercy. Catholic. Bartlesville to learn more about P.O. Box 32180 missionaries from Bishop Mc- mission trip during Spring Break. Photos changed my perspective on life. Their In announc- Saint Faustina. Oklahoma City, OK 73123 Guinness Catholic High School, provided. happy hearts in such a tough situation ing the subsequent Extraordinary elements allow us to live in hope,” The day concluded in Saint parents and a number of par- was something to admire. I’m so thankful Jubilee Year of Mercy in 2015, he said. Gregory’s Abbey with a Holy Hour ish ministries collaborated to put on a fish fry for the opportunity to meet those sweet Visit us online at Francis stated in “The Face of “We need to surrender ourselves and recitation of the Divine Mercy fundraiser to donate to RISE’s catholic educa- Father Rick Stansber- kids and I will never forget them!” www.soonercatholic.org Mercy” that he hoped the extraor- in humility to the power of Christ chaplet. tion fund. ry, pastor of Christ the As the mission trip ended, one child dinary year would be a time where dwelling within us. When all you Judy Hilovsky is a freelance writ- The missionaries’ goal was three-fold: to es- King, said, “The story ran along the Los Mango’s Library gate, we would, “Gaze evermore atten- Visit the archdiocesan website can think about is the resentment er for the Sooner Catholic. tablish a greater life of prayer through daily Ad- that impacted me the following the bus and waving good-bye. tively on mercy so that we may at www.archokc.org oration and Mass, to serve the children of RISE most was of the three little “The memories made and the deepening become a more effective sign of the selflessly and to build fraternity with those on boys, all siblings, who had arrived the week of faith due to the time spent in Mexico are a Father’s action in our lives.” the mission trip. The missionaries spent time prior to our arrival to RISE. The boys were few of the things that my peers and I will not The Sooner Catholic “So,” Abbot Lawrence said, “it is helping the RISE children with homework, having a hard time adjusting to their new forget. I would not have wanted to spend my (USPS 066-910) is published very appropriate for us, on the eve reading with them and playing games. home. The boys were picked up and brought to spring break any other way,” said Luke Chan- of Divine Mercy Sunday to revisit biweekly except for once in July On three of the days, missionaries helped RISE because a concerned neighbor said there solme, a sophomore high school missionary. the promise of God’s mercy that by the Archdiocese of with debris clean up, cleaning out a storage were children that were left alone in a home Learn more about RISE at www.risepv.com. Oklahoma City. has so beautifully been commu- nicated to us through the visions of Saint Faustina, the writings of The newspaper is not responsible Saint John Paul II and those of lies – about 20 families – and for the new young folks com- for unsolicited material. . continued from page 1 since then it has exploded! Copyright © 2019 Sooner Catholic According to Abbot Lawrence, we ing to the parish, including my must experience more deeply the day of rejoicing,” said Arch- We’ll have a new place where children.” bishop Coakley during his people can Subscription rate: $25 per year mercy God has extended to us. “If we are not merciful to our- homily. “Today, we are opening come and for all who are not members of the selves, we are refusing the mercy honoring traditions, a new chapter in the history it’s awe- Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. of God. That’s a very common af- of Holy Cross Parish. … As we some,” Del- Periodical postage paid at fliction. We have to allow ourselves strengthening faith. look forward, give hope and fania San- Oklahoma City, OK 73125. to experience Divine Mercy and acknowledge the promise this chez said. forgive ourselves.” new church represents for Patti He suggested to those struggling future generations of Catholics Pellerin has POSTMASTER: Send address EVERY LIFE IS UNIQUE and deserves to be remembered in a with that concept to pray over and who will pass through these been at the changes to the Sooner Catholic, special way. Your Dignity Memorial® professionals are dedicated over again, “Jesus give me the doors, we are also mindful parish for P.O. Box 32180, Oklahoma City, to helping you plan ahead for a personal, meaningful final tribute of those generations and the two years. grace to forgive myself. Jesus help that honors the customs and traditions you cherish. OK 73123. me with my unbelief.” many leaders who have gone “It’s just before us and established this everything. Attendee Mary Kay Swenson said Proudly serving the Catholic community. the talk helped her. strong foundation upon which It’s so “I got the reassurance that God’s we are building today.” wonderful. mercy is abundant and never end- Parish leaders plans to build It brought tears to my eyes to The original Holy Cross was ing. There is nothing I could ever BAGGERLEY HAHN-COOK/STREET more buildings for religious ed- think that they could do all of built in 1949 and was blessed do that he wouldn’t welcome me Funeral Home & DRAPER ucation, offices and other min- this, a little parish like this. It’s by Bishop Eugene McGuinness back with open arms.” EDMOND Funeral Directors istries on the campus that sits wonderful for the community.” in 1950. The second church Abbot Lawrence provided a list 405-341-3737 OKLAHOMA CITY in an open field about 20 miles Enrique Valles said at a table building, which is about a mile of quotes about Divine Mercy and 405-848-3744 north of the Oklahoma- during lunch surrounded by from the new location, was border. a large group of family and showed the group a selection of built in 1957. On May 4, the books including, “Daily Reflections At the outdoor lunch and friends. day of the dedication of the on Divine Mercy” by John Paul celebration following Mass, pa- “I feel blessed by the sacrifice new church, dozens of parish- Thomas, “Saint Maria Faustina rishioners spoke – in English that has been made here by Kowalska Diary: Divine Mercy in and Spanish – about their parishioners and people from ioners, some on horseback, The Sooner Catholic My Soul” and “The Divine Mercy, pride in the new church and outside of the parish to grow processed from the old location is supported through the Message and Devotion.” their sense of community. this parish and build a new to the new. Annual Catholic Appeal and Sooner > DignityOklahoma.com < Diane Clay is editor of the Catholic Communications Appeal. After reflection time, Abbot “I joined the parish in 2008 home for us,” he said. “I feel Lawrence focused on gratitude, and there were very few fami- blessed to leave a legacy here Sooner Catholic. 6 May 19, 2019 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 19, 2019 7 The Gift of Love Gala to be held June 15 Nicholas Black Elk’s gift of The 6th annual Gift of Love Gala host- able. Raffle tickets for a chance to win ed by The Center of Family Love and the up to $20,000 worth of prizes, including Oklahoma Knights of Columbus will be a grand prize of $10,000, can be pur- sweetgrass held June 15 at the National Cowboy chased for $100 per ticket. and Western Heritage Museum. By Damian Costello let alone 40 like Jesus? The Center of Family Love in the Arch- Catholic Star Herald The center will honor Monsignor Pat- Black Elk could and he brings that witness diocese of Oklahoma City serves intel- to the Church. During his decades of preach- rick Gaalaas of the Diocese of Tulsa with lectually and physically disabled adults the Carol and Bill Brown Outstanding Nicholas Black Elk, like all ing the Gospel, he also was examining Lakota age 18 and older. The center provides saintly people, gives gifts. Among the most Community Ambassador Award, and tradition. A couple of years before his death, he specialized residential care with innova- important is a life well-lived. He was many Willard Patocka, president of the Okla- recorded his thoughts in the book “The Sacred tive educational approaches along with things: second cousin of Crazy Horse, veteran homa Knights of Columbus Foundation, Pipe.” Like Saint with Aristo- skilled vocational programs located in of the Battle of Little Bighorn and Wounded with the Harold J. Wittrock Humanitar- tle, Black Elk re-read an ancient tradition in Knee, and a Lakota holy man made famous by light of Jesus Christ. The result was a type of ian Award. Fox 25 broadcaster and on- Okarche, Kingfisher and El Reno. the book “Black Elk Speaks.” He also was a “Lakota Thomism,” a new way of understand- court announcer for the Oklahoma City For more information on sponsorships Catholic for almost a half-century, dedicated to ing God, the Catholic faith and creation. Thunder, Malcolm Tubbs, will present or to reserve a seat, visit centeroffami- telling the world about “Waníkiya,” the Lakota Take sweetgrass, a plant native to North the event for the second year. lylove.org/gala or call Nancy Altman at name for Jesus meaning “He who makes live.” America long used as incense. For Black Elk, The price for the event is $175 per (405) 263-4658, Ext.1042. To purchase Black Elk’s life well-lived, at once deeply sweetgrass is an offering to God whose fra- person or $1,750 for a table of 10, and raffle tickets, call (405) 263-4658, Ext. Center of Family Love Resident Brian and Center of Family Love Catholic and completely indigenous, is a gift grance “will spread throughout heaven and sponsorship opportunities are avail- 1042. CEO Debbie Espinosa. Photo provided. of healing for those still scarred by the false earth” and make “all things as relatives.” choice lurking in many missionary perspec- This very same species is native to Europe tives: to follow Christ you cannot be Indian. and was once strewn on Church doorsteps Yom HaShoah: Holocaust Remembrance Day What many don’t see is the gift that Black Elk on ’ days. The holiness of sweetgrass offers to those raised furthest from indigenous was such an accepted fact that even modern traditions. Our modern, urban ways have science records it: its scientific name, “Hier- incredible benefits but carry unseen cultural ochloë odorata,” means “fragrant holy grass.” church or singing his grandchildren to sleep loss. This small practice that we didn’t even know with Latin chants from the high Mass. Centuries of industrialization, modern was lost, is the tip of a great cultural iceberg But, Black Elk wanted to save the beauty of science, secularization and migration have that once connected many to God through his the old ways of praying as well. Lakota elder stripped many of traditions that connect them creation. Basil Brave Heart said, “Indigenous principles to the land. This is not just a cultural issue, Black Elk was a dedicated preacher, long- but also a source of profound spiritual alien- term missionary to other tribes and credited are part of Black Elk’s sainthood.” ation. How many of us have the faith of Saint with bringing more than 400 people into the Damian Costello of Montpelier, Vt., holds a Ground-breaking ceremony May 7. Francis to know the sun as brother and moon Church. Black Elk saw the power in praying doctorate in theological studies from the Uni- Photo provided. as sister? Who among us could comfortably in the Catholic way and did so until the end, versity of Dayton. Catholic Star Herald is South sojourn in the wilderness for a couple of days, whether saying the Rosary as he walked to Jersey’s official Catholic newspaper. Mount St. Mary breaks ground

on athletic Photos Tim projects Sharp/ H. Foxman, national director emeritus of the Anti-Defa- Sooner mation League, presented “Testimony of a Hidden Child” May 5 at Catholic. Mount Saint Mary Cath- Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School. olic High School held a ground-breaking ceremo- ny May 7 to celebrate the instillation of a football field From the Archives … turf, track and new visitor A photo series from George Rigazzi, archdiocesan archivist grand stands. Dave VanVickle presents “The Catholic Truth about Angels, The project was initiated onsignor A.A. Isenbart was the epit- was built as well Demons, Ghosts, Exorcisms by Woody, Kacee, Jaquetta ome of competence and consistency as Saint Ann’s and Hauntings” on April 14 at Glass and family and the Mthroughout his long career as an Okla- Home for care of St. John Nepomuk in Yukon. estate of the late Gilbert homa priest. Archbishop Salatka described him the elderly. Saint Photos provided. Stockinger, MSM alum of as a “solid rock” and “one whom one could count Joseph’s Children’s St. Mary in Lawton held their 1962. on.” Home was moved to annual spaghetti dinner, bingo Hellas Construction of Born to a farming family in Alva, he was one a modern facility. and silent auction on April 13. Austin, Texas, was chosen of nine children. To state that they were a strong Due to his wisdom Photos provided. as the project’s construc- Catholic family does not do justice to the reality. and influence, he tion management company. Faith was at the very core of their existence. Three served the diocese Hellas has built synthetic of his sisters entered religious life. He related the in various capac- turf fields for the Dallas story many times of running behind the wagon to ities such as con- Cowboys, Houston Texans keep warm on cold days to attend Mass. sultor and defender and the new Las Vegas After seminary at Saint Gregory in Shawnee of the bond for the Monsignor A.A. Isenbart Raiders. Construction will and Saint John in Little Rock, he was ordained tribunal. be complete Aug. 12. by Bishop Kelley on June 7, 1941. His first Coming full circle, he returned to assignment was Saint Joseph Old Cathedral as Old Cathedral in 1974, this time as pastor. He the assistant to the already legendary Monsignor spoke often of his love for the people at the ca- Gustave Depreitere. Under his tutelage, the young thedral and it was returned in kind. Father Jim Father Isenbart gained knowledge and experience. Kastner who gave the homily for his funeral Mass After serving as pastor of Saint in in 1984 recalled, “As far back as I can remem- Goltry for one year, he was appointed in 1948 ber, I remember Monsignor Isenbart as a giant. associate director of Associated Catholic Chari- He was rooted in the soil of Oklahoma and was ties. Soon after the death of Monsignor rooted in the faith of the Church.” Garvey in 1950, he was named direc- One priest commented, “The greatest part of tor. He held this position for 24 years. Monsignor Isenbart’s priesthood was looking Under his able guidance, Our Lady after basic needs. He attended to the Lord by at- of Victory Home for unwed mothers tending to the needs of his brothers and sisters.” Parishioners attended the first Cinco de Mayo cele- The OKC group that attended the New Evangelization Summit via satellite bration at St. Patrick in Anadarko. The dinner was ARCHDIOCESE OF OKLAHOMA CITY ARCHIVES at host site Epiphany of the Lord on May 4. Photo provided. held after Mass on May 5. Photos provided. 8 May 19, 2019 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 19, 2019 9 Why be Catholic? continued from page 1 but I am considering the priest- am grateful to have spent my time hood. I’m just considering it,” she in seminary with some of the best By Steve Gust Catholic faith leads him to volunteer to help the coming me into the said. “I was thrilled and his dad men I have or will ever encounter,” The Sooner Catholic homeless community at Sister BJ’s Food Pantry. Catholic faith.” was very proud.” Herrera said. “It is hard, sometimes, as we walk through Stricklin start- “When he was young, he was very During this time away, Herre- Nearly 600 catechumens and candidates were out daily lives to see the ways in which the Holy ed to attend Mass close to the Lord. I don’t remem- ra experienced the guidance of a welcomed into the Catholic Church this past Spirit is at work, guiding us toward the great because his wife is ber him doing something or acting father through the priests at the Easter in the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. future that God has planned for us,” he said. Catholic and the like he wanted to be a priest, but seminary. Among them were the For each, the decision to become part of the “When I stop and look back, I can see this truth couple sought to he was always very pious and very vice rector of Conception Seminary Church is a deep meaningful step in in my own respectful. He would always dress College, Rev. Ralph O’Donnell, and their lives that they said they believe will life and I am have their son be- very well for Mass. It was always Rev. Denis Robinson, the rector continue to enrich their lives. thankful that come Catholic as RCIA very special to him.” of Saint Meinrad Seminary and Ryan Maxwell, the 2019 Alumni of the well. After attend- he saw fit to As he was growing up, Herrera’s School of Theology. Year for Bishop McGuinness Catholic To learn more about RCIA, ing many Mass- lead me to relationship with the Lord was “Both of these men helped me High School, joined the Church in 1998 contact a parish. Find a parish map es and learning my journey fostered in a variety of ways. As a through difficult moments in my at Saint Eugene in Oklahoma City. As and list for the Archdiocese of Oklaho- as a Catho- more about homeschooler, his mom would take life and revealed the love of God the Easter Season brought new members ma City at lic.” Catholicism, he him to Mass during the week. who is a father.” to the Church, he reflected on his deci- archokc.org/parishfinder. In April, reached one logi- Jason Stricklin “We had an old Baltimore cat- For Herrera, whose own father sion to become Catholic. Kittrell cal conclusion. echism from my grandmother’s died after a struggle with alcohol in Today, he is a lector at The Cathedral became “I felt like this house, and he read all through it,” 2016, fatherhood is central to the of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Okla- Cath- was where I belonged in my she said. “That really helped him priesthood. homa City and is a key member of that parish’s olic at Church of The Epiphany of the Lord own it.” “When I think of a priest, I think Rite of Christian heart and soul.” in Oklahoma City, calling the choice “the The beauty of God’s creation also of a father,” Herrera said. “The Initiation of Adults A fellow parishioner also greatest decision I’ve ever made.” nurtured Herrera’s relationship image of the priest as father is the (RCIA). reached the same conclu- Kittrell grew up Protestant and had with God. most important to me. I am excited Although not sion. heard some of the misconceptions and “When we would go to the lake, to receive graces in the sacrament raised Catholic, he For a few years, Megan negative thinking toward Catholicism. Yet, we would get up right before the of ordination that will aid me in attended school at it was his major in history while attending Hunt attended Mass with sun comes up. The day would dawn being a spiritual father to others, Villa Teresa, Saint Oklahoma Christian University that made her boyfriend and children. and it would wake up all the Charles Borromeo him explore what the Church was actual- She had heard the pleas for beauty. It was incredible. Catholic School and ly about. people to join the Journey For John, it was a spiritual Bishop McGuin- “With courage from the Holy Spirit and of Faith program. The family experience, really enjoying ness. It was finally lots of prayer, the father finally told me it finally started attending the God and his creation,” Laura at a Kairos retreat was time to take that leap,” he said. Even Herrera said. where he heard meetings. now, weeks after entering, he is still ex- Herrera’s closeness to the God’s voice clearly “Once we started, we never cited about his new Church. Lord paved his way to listen and a “conversion Ryan Maxwell stopped,” she said. “We now It’s the same situation for Jason to the Lord’s call as a young of the heart,” en- feel involved and loved by so Stricklin. man. In addition to Father sued that led him many within the parish.” David Kittrell “I have never experienced an amazing event like Menasco, Father Jim Go- to the Church. the Easter Vigil,” he said. “I thank the people who Steve Gust is a freelance writer for the Sooner ins, pastor of Saint Thomas He said his provide amazing religious education and for wel- Catholic. More, was instrumental in Herrera’s decision to enter the seminary. “Father Jim gave me the gentle shove I needed when I seriously considered with- drawing the summer prior to my departure for seminary in 2012.” Herrera’s discernment continued in seminary where he is grateful for quiet time. especially the fatherless.” Photos “Seminary has really been, for me, Anamaría Scaperlanda Biddick provided. an experience of being set apart, is a freelance writer for the Sooner away from the noise of the world. I Catholic.

St. Patrick, Anadarko Chrism Mass 2019 Photos Cara Koenig/ St. Joseph, St. Mark and St. Thomas More, Norman Sooner Catholic.

Assumption of the Blessed Mary, Duncan Our Lady of Victory, Purcell Photos Jolene Schonchin/Sooner Catholic and provided. 10 May 19, 2019 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 19, 2019 11 One more look at the Book of Psalms A Millennial Journey in Faith Quality time where God tells us “I am with you” Bringing the heart of Jesus into our home In the corner of the living room sits a small caught up solely in the minutiae of daily life; Lawler, table, currently covered with a gold table cloth. rather, I can see the connection between these they write, In my last column, I men- or his will, Adonai, the Lord, is their difficult moments, the Lord Anamaría An image of the Sacred Heart of Jesus – a wed- little tasks and eternity. “We found tioned some details of the Book of with us, loving us, providing for will accompany us in our times Scaperlanda ding gift painted by my sister-in-law’s mother Recently, our oratory has become a method the truth Psalms, but I need to expand on us, protecting us. We are never of joy and in difficult and an- Pedro A. Moreno, Biddick – sits in the center, flanked by two candles, in beginning as the baby begins to of Jesus’ those ideas. guished-filled moments too. O.P. For the Sooner alone. He is with us at every hour accented by a crucifix and a tile depicting the explore the physical space. She pulls up on the precept This book, The psalms are poetic prayers Secretariado de Catholic and throughout each day. Holy Family’s flight into Egypt. At times, a table, like any other table, and is told, “No, no, that the 150 expres- and hymns mostly directed to God Evangelización y Even when the psalms speak Catequesis funeral card or saints card is added, commem- not for babies. This is a place to pray to Jesus.” Christian sions of that celebrate God and thank God of God’s work in the lives of oth- orating a loved one’s passing or a feast day. Of- Before too long, she has already learned that life comes his divine for always providing and always ten, hand-picked flowers are added by a child. it is a place set up apart, not a place to play. down to two things: love of God and love of majesty, has guiding us to true hap- with him that they are an essential It is an old practice, the Catholic tradition of “Jesus,” she says as she looks at the image of neighbor. At the center of the first is our wor- a unique piness with him in this PSALMS FOR SPECIFIC NEEDS part of the official prayer life of the a home or little oratory, but one that is his Sacred Heart. ship at Mass; the center of the second is built ability to world and beyond. Church. Psalms are organized in a relatively new to me, adopted a year or two into Since we first set up this humble place of in the home and radiates outward.” strengthen The psalms testify to - Comfort: Psalm 23, Psalm 19 four-week cycle of morning, evening marriage. Like most religious practices with prayer, it has served as a gathering place for The little oratory in the home, they write, our most both the immanence - Help me mature in my faith: Psalm 73, Psalm 78 and other prayers. This grouping of deep roots, its meaning in my life has grown family prayer. It is often the place we begin and unites the two by “extending the Eucharistic profound and transcendence - I feel so discouraged: Psalm 34, Psalm 103 the psalms and other biblical and over time. end our day, in thanksgiving to God. We recite worship into the heart of the home, which be- and intimate of God. The Lord is - Forgive me: Psalm 32, Psalm 51 patristic texts are called the Liturgy At its most simple, the icon serves as a focal portions of the Liturgy of the Hours, make our comes the visible sign of everything else.” connection with Adonai, the Lord. present and relevant point, redirecting my thoughts as I pray. When petitions and express our sorrow over wrong- “The little oratory – prayer table, icon corner - Help me with despair: Psalm 123, Psalm 46 of the Hours, Breviary or Christian The time spent with each psalm is to the here and now. my mind wanders, it brings me back to focus doings. We sing the Regina Caeli and recite the or even dining room table – isn’t only a physi- a great opportunity for quality time -Thank you: Psalm 100, Psalm 105 He is an essential part Prayer. The daily contact with these prayers is a requirement for the on the heart of Jesus. Angelus. cal place; it’s a way of thinking that simplifies with God. -I feel so alone: Psalm 17, Psalm 139 of our everyday exis- Similarly, its simple presence lifts my By praying the Liturgy of the Hours, the cycle everything. The spiritual place in the home ordained and religious men and Adonai can speak to us in each -Your mercy is great: Psalm 57, Psalm 143 tence. The Lord also thoughts to the eternal throughout the day. of psalms, readings and hymns, we extend the mirrors the ‘interior palace’ of our soul, as women. It also is recommended for psalm. He reminds us that as our -Protect me: Psalm 91, Psalm 121 is inviting us to join Mired in my mental to-do list, my thoughts are Eucharistic Liturgy and bring it into our home, Saint Teresa of Avila called it. At the same all the baptized. loving father and creator, he is al- -Help me with sadness: Psalm 31, Psalm 55 him in looking beyond raised to God’s infinite love for me. The small allowing it to permeate our daily lives. time, it allows us to live the liturgical life of the Make the psalms a regular part ways with us. The Lord is with us -I need your light: Psalm 27, Psalm 119 our current limited work of the day becomes a way of radiating In “The Little Oratory: A Beginner’s Guide to Church. If we get this right, it orders the rest of your time spent with Adonai, always, and in every situation, as -Help me Lord, I’m in trouble: Psalm 46, Psalm 70 purview to begin to God’s love to those around me. I am no longer Prayer in the Home” by David Clayton and Leila and brings peace.” he has been with countless others contemplate the pos- the Lord. Go to the Liturgy of the throughout the centuries. sibilities at our grasp Hours or just go to your favor- Every psalm is a reminder that ers, they are reminding us of the when the eternal is part of our ite psalm. Let yourself be loved Jobs Box in spite of the many appearances fact that just as he worked won- considerations. through that psalm, and in offer- Cristo Rey OKC president High School is hiring a full-time willing to undergo safe environ- certified teacher with experience to the contrary, and even though ders and blessings in their lives, So unique are the psalms in ing it as prayer, love Adonai right Cristo Rey OKC Catholic High advancement assistant. Respon- ment training. Morning and af- in early childhood. Experience we are not always faithful to him and accompanied others through bringing together those who pray back. That truly is quality time! School is seeking a president. sibilities include maintaining the ternoon shifts available, Monday in Catholic education preferred. The school is part of the national school’s donor database, entering - Friday; Morning: 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 Teacher will work with students Cristo Rey Network. The president all gifts in the school’s donor da- a.m. Afternoon: 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 ages 3 and 4. Contact Principal Spiritual multiplication: “Making Missionary Disciples” is the chief executive officer, hav- tabase, and generating thank-you p.m. $25 per shift, per day. Seek- Tim McFadden at principal@bjccs. ing overall responsibility for the letters for each gift. The advance- ing drivers through mid-June and org. Send resume and brief state- management of Cristo Rey OKC, ment assistant will assist with the beginning Aug. 25. Approved driv- ment expressing interest. By Katie Kastl before many witnesses entrust to faithful men out to make disciples. and must be Catholic. Preferred implementation of the school’s ad- ers may work as seldom or as of- The Sooner Catholic who will be able to teach other also) spiritual There is no timeframe for when someone will qualifications include: awareness vancement plan that incorporates ten as they choose. Available shifts Teachers - Enid multiplication is a result of missionary disci- be ready to make disciples themselves. But, of and commitment to Catholic annual giving, grants, marketing, will be sent to all approved drivers St. Joseph Catholic School in “Saints come in clusters.” This is the re- pleship. If one person invests not just in the once someone is on fire for Jesus, we know traditions of education, service stewardship, capital campaigns, on a weekly basis. Contact Regi- Enid is accepting applications for minder Curtis Martin gives us in his new book, education of three people but helping them fall they are ready to share the love of Christ with and social justice; exceptional and special events. Qualified appli- na Birchum at Regina.Birchum@ full-time and part-time teaching “Making Missionary Disciples.” This short book in love with Christ and his mission, then those others and the number of disciples can be mul- communication and interpersonal positions for the 2019-2020 school is an introduction to a discipleship method people will other people. tiplied infinitely. cants will possess excellent written CristoReyOKC.org. skills; proven fundraising and/or and verbal skills, including profi- year. Some positions require Okla- that is modeled on the way Jesus himself made Next, Martin addresses the “how” of mission- Curtis Martin has written an easy to read and homa certification. Current open- disciples. ary discipleship. Modeled on engaging book on missionary disciples with a revenue generating success; sig- ciency in Microsoft Word and Ex- Teachers - Edmond ings for 4th grade, 5th grade and The founder of what Jesus did in the Gos- method popularized by FOCUS missionaries. nificant visionary leadership and cel. E-mail cover letter and résumé St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catho- physical education. Contact Wade FOCUS (Fellowship pels, Martin breaks it down Short and impactful, “Making Missionary Disci- management experience; strategic to [email protected]. lic School in Edmond is accepting Laffey at (580) 242-4449, wlaffey@ of Catholic Universi- into three steps: win, build ples” is an excellent introduction to the concept planning experience and execu- applications for teachers for the stjosephschoolenid.com. ty Students), Martin and send. First, we must win of missionary disciples that left me eager to do tion capabilities; strong budget RE director 2019-2020 school year. Should has missionaries on people for Jesus. No matter more for the Kingdom of God, ultimately leav- management skills. The president Saint Matthew in Elk City and hold at least a bachelor’s degree Teacher – Ponca City college campuses all how great our DVD programs ing me with the reminder that authentic rela- reports to the board. Position Queen of All Saints in Sayre have in education with state teaching St. Mary Catholic School is ac- over the country with more than 40,000 are, nothing compares to tionships are everything in the mission field. starts in July. E-mail cover letter, an immediate opening for a full- certification in the desired teach- cepting applications for a full-time students participating in the program over real Christian witness from Katie Kastl is a freelance writer for the Sooner resume and statement of educa- time director of Christian forma- ing area. Send resume, cover letter middle school English language 20 years. His book comes in two parts that friends. Winning means facil- Catholic. tional beliefs and vision for Cristo tion. The director is responsible for and copy of teaching certificate to arts and social studies instructor outline the method FOCUS missionaries itating mo- Rey OKC Catholic High School to developing, maintaining and ad- Laura Gallagher, principal, 925 for the 2019-2020 school year. use every day. The first part outlines the ments of en- [email protected]. ministering catechetical formation S. Boulevard, Edmond 73034 Applicants should hold at least foundational habits for evangelization and counters with programs for children, youth and or e-mail [email protected]. a bachelor’s degree in education the second half unpacks the three-phase Christ, those Marriage preparation coordinator their families. Must be Catholic Download teacher application with state teaching certification. approach we can employ as missionaries moments The archdiocese is seeking a and actively involved in parish life; packet at archokc.org/careers. No Send resume, cover letter and copy ourselves – win, build, send. that stay with us forever. This coordinator of respect life min- know and support the teachings of phone calls please. of teaching certificate to Sarah “The work of evangelization flows from who comes from sharing the simple istry and marriage preparation. the Catholic Church; and have or Hunsaker at sarah.hunsaker@ we are in Jesus Christ – from our baptismal Gospel message with others: This position provides support to be working toward an archdioce- Teachers - Norman smsponcacity.org or St. Mary vocation and ongoing encounter with the Lord.” God loves you and has a plan the director of the Office of Mar- san DRE certification. A degree or All Saints Catholic School in Catholic School, 415 S. 7, Ponca The first and most important part of mak- for your life. riage and Family Life Ministry and significant education in theology Norman is accepting applications City 74601. ing disciples, Martin said, is our own personal After “winning” them over, we serves as the coordinator for pro- preferred. Send resumes and let- for teachers at all levels for the relationship with Jesus. We can’t share what must invest in our disciples. life ministry and marriage prepa- ters of inquiry to Fr. Phillip Louis 2019-2020 school year. A bach- Office assistant we don’t have. We must know God intimate- Jesus didn’t just teach and ration for the archdiocese. It is a at frphilipmatthewschurchelkcity@ elor’s degree in education with Mount St. Mary Catholic High ly in order to share him with others, allow- leave the disciples to figure it full-time position with occasional yahoo.com. state teaching certification re- School is seeking a full-time office ing ourselves to be transformed, to trust him out; he walked with them in evening and weekend responsibili- quired. Send resume, cover letter assistant. Must be proficient in completely to be able to tell someone else about great moments of faith and in ties. Good oral and written fluency Drivers and copy of teaching certificate to Microsoft Word, Excel and Google. him. moments of deep question- in English and Spanish; broad Cristo Rey OKC Catholic High Dana Wade, principal, at dwade@ Preference given to candidates who Martin also emphasizes the necessity of au- ing and uncertainty. Personal knowledge of and assent to the School is seeking drivers to trans- allsaintsnorman.org. Download are bilingual in Spanish and En- thentic friendships. We cannot passively wait relationships are essential to Church’s teachings on the sanctity port students to and from their teacher application packet at ar- glish. E-mail letter of interest and for people to come to us. Rather, we need to this step. Through our rela- of human life; human sexuality, workplaces. Vehicles to be driven chokc.org/careers. No phone calls qualification to Talita DeNegri at sincerely love those God has put into our lives, tionships, we don’t just teach marriage and family life a must. A include 12-passenger vans and a please. [email protected]. be their friend, allowing that friendship to draw about Jesus, but show them degree in theology or philoso- 14-passenger activity bus. No CDL Region X directors of Hispanic Ministry gather after Mass with the others closer to him. what a relationship with Jesus phy preferred. Send resume to required. Must be at least 25 years Pre-school teacher At the end of the first part of the book, Mar- looks like. We model disciple- bishops of the Diocese of Brownsville for their bi-annual meeting. Pedro A. Moreno, O.P., director of the Office of Hispanic Ministry [email protected]. of age; possess valid Oklahoma Bishop John Carroll Catholic tin introduces a concept FOCUS has become ship for them. Now that those and Cultural Diversity for the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, was driver’s license; acceptable motor School in Oklahoma City is look- known for: spiritual multiplication. Based on 2 we have ministered to are dis- elected coordinator of the group. Photo provided. Advancement assistant vehicle report; proof of current ing for someone to head the pre- To see more openings, go on- Timothy 2:2, (...what you have heard from me ciples, it is time to send them Bishop McGuinness Catholic insurance; have completed or be school classroom. Must be a line to www.archokc.org/jobs-box. 12 May 19, 2019 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 19, 2019 13 Lánzate a lo más Profundo Luke 5:4 Una mirada más al Libro de los Salmos La comunicación es clave Buenos momentos donde Dios nos dice “Estoy contigo” En mi última columna, mencioné algunos acompañó a otros en sus momentos difíciles, a unirnos Creo que todos aceptaríamos que los últimos tenerse al día con todo lo que está sucediendo Al igual que detalles del libro de los Salmos, pero necesito el Señor también nos acompañará en nuestros a él para años han sido tiempos de rápidos cambios en en nuestro mundo católico ha sido el Sooner nuestros periódi- ampliar esas ideas. momentos de alegría, en nuestros momentos mirar más Pedro A. Moreno, nuestro mundo, en nuestra nación, en nuestra Catholic, nuestro galardonado periódico ar- cos seculares han Este libro, 150 expresiones de su divina difíciles y de angustia también. allá de O.P. Iglesia y en nuestra arquidiócesis. quidiocesano. Fue el arzobispo Quinn quien tenido que adap- majestad, tiene una capacidad única para Los salmos son oraciones poéticas e himnos nuestro Secretariado de En la Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma City he- estableció el Sooner Catholic en 1974 para tarse para sobre- fortalecer nuestra conexión dirigidos principalmente a Dios que celebran a alcance Evangelización y mos sido testigos de la beatificación histórica servir a la nueva Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma vivir, el Sooner más profunda e íntima con Dios y le agradecen a Dios por siempre proveer- limitado Catequesis del Beato Stanley Rother y se lanzó la primera City cuando el estado se dividió en dos dióce- Catholic continúa Adonai, el Señor. El tiem- nos y guiarnos a la verdadera felicidad con él actu- campaña capital arquidiocesana llamada “Una sis. Reconoció la importancia de un periódico adaptándose po dedicado a cada salmo en este mundo y el más allá. al para Arzobispo Pablo S. Coakley Iglesia, Muchos Discípulos” que apoyará nues- católico local para compartir noticias e infor- a los gustos, es una gran oportunidad Los salmos atestiguan tanto la inmanencia comenzar tros proyectos parroquiales, ministerios ar- mación y para fortalecer nuestro sentido de necesidades y para pasar buenos mo- como la trascendencia de Dios. El Señor está a contemplar todas las posibilidades a nuestro quidiocesanos y construir un santuario para el comunión entre nosotros en nuestra vasta tendencias cambiantes de la tecnología de las mentos con Dios. alcance cuando lo eterno es parte de nuestras Beato Stanley. El primer comunicaciones y en nuestra iglesia local. En Adonai nos SALMOS PARA NECESIDADES ESPECIFICAS consideraciones. mártir y sacerdote de los estos días, hay páginas regulares en español habla en cada Tan únicos son los salmos al reunir a los que Estados Unidos en ser “Por favor, apoye la Campaña de en cada edición de Sooner Catholic. Además salmo. Nos recuer- - Consuelo: Salmo 23, Salmo 19 oran con él a quien le oramos, que son una beatificado. Eso es solo de un colorido periódico quincenal para cada da que, como nuestro amorosa padre y parte esencial de la vida de oración oficial de Comunicaciones Católicas del Sooner - Ayúdame a madurar en mi fe: Salmo 73, Salmo 78. rascar la superficie de hogar católico en la arquidiócesis, la Oficina creador, siempre está con nosotros. El la Iglesia. Los salmos se han organizado en un los frutos que veremos Catholic y ayúdenos a continuar de Comunicaciones también mantiene el sitio Señor está con nosotros siempre, y en - Me agobia el desánimo: Salmo 34, Salmo 103 ciclo de cuatro semanas para oraciones de la debido a esta campaña brindando noticias actualizadas, web de la arquidiócesis, múltiples plataformas cada situación, como lo ha estado con - Perdóname: Salmo 32, Salmo 51 mañana, tarde y otras. Esta agrupación de los a la que la gente de la de redes sociales y la aplicación para teléfonos muchos otros a lo largo de los siglos. - Ayúdame con la desesperación: Salmo 123, Salmo 46. salmos y otros textos bíblicos y de los Padres arquidiócesis ha respon- información oportuna y formación móviles. Cada salmo es un recordatorio de - Gracias: Salmo 100, Salmo 105. de la Iglesia (lideres de la Iglesia en los primer- dido con tanta generos- crucial a través de varias platafor- El Sooner Catholic está apoyado por la Cam- que, a pesar de las muchas aparien- - Me agobia la soledad: Salmo 17, Salmo 139 os siglos) se llama Liturgia de las Horas o Bre- idad. cias de lo contrario, y aunque no siem- viario. El contacto diario con estas oraciones es mas para las personas de esta ar- paña Anual de las Comunicaciones Católicas - Tu misericordia es grande: Salmo 57, Salmo 143. También estamos en pre somos fieles a él o a su voluntad, un requisito para los ordenados y los religiosos medio de un proceso de quidiócesis”. del Sooner Catholic. La campaña también ayu- - Protégeme: Salmo 91, Salmo 121 da con las estaciones de radio católicas locales, Adonai, el Señor, está con nosotros, y religiosas. También es recomendable para planificación pastoral amándonos, cuidándonos y protegién- - Ayúdame con la tristeza: Salmo 31, Salmo 55. todos los bautizados. llamado Visión 2030, el mantener el sitio web e incluso ayudó a donos. Nunca estamos solos. Él está - Necesito tu luz Señor: Salmo 27, Salmo 119. Haga que los salmos sean una parte regular que desarrollará estrate- hacer posible el galardonado documental sobre con nosotros a cada hora y durante - Ayúdame Señor, estoy en problemas: Salmo 46, Salmo 70 de su tiempo dedicado a Adonai, el Señor. Vaya gias basadas en mi reci- el Beato Stanley Rother que se estrenó en su todo el día. a la Liturgia de las Horas o simplemente vaya ente carta pastoral, “¡Vayan y Hagan Discípu- arquidiócesis. Misa de Beatificación. Incluso cuando los salmos hablan a su salmo favorito. Déjate ser amado a través los! Construyendo una Cultura de Conversión El Sooner Catholic continúa informando Es fácil dar por sentado muchas de las cosas de la obra de Dios en las vidas de otros, nos presente y es relevante para nuestro aquí y de ese salmo, y al ofrecerlo como oración, ama y Discipulado en la Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma noticias de cosas que suceden en nuestras que conforman el ritmo y el tejido de nuestras recuerdan el hecho de que, al igual que él ahora. Él es una parte esencial de nuestra ex- de inmediato a Adonai. ¡Esto son realmente City”, que nos guiará durante los próximos 10 parroquias y escuelas, en Oklahoma y en todo vidas. Quizás el Sooner Catholic sea una de obró maravillas y bendiciones en sus vidas, y istencia cotidiana. El Señor también nos invita buenos momentos con el Senor! años o más. En otra nota, una vez más nos he- el mundo. Ofrece características sobre perso- esas cosas. mos visto confundidos por la crisis de abuso de nas, lugares y eventos que nos interesan y nos Por favor, apoye la Campaña de Comunica- clérigos que continúa desafiando a la Iglesia, afectan. Ofrece opinión editorial, comentar- ciones Católicas del Sooner Catholic y ayúde- especialmente sus líderes, y nos mueve hacia io cultural y enseñanza autorizada. Más que nos a continuar brindando noticias actual- un más intenso esfuerzo para proteger a los simplemente informar las noticias, el Sooner izadas, información oportuna y formación jóvenes y responder de manera transparente a Catholic ha sido un instrumento importante crucial a través de varias plataformas para las las alegaciones de abuso. para avanzar en la misión evangelizadora de la personas de esta archidiócesis. ¡Gracias por su Uno de los medios importantes para man- Iglesia. generoso apoyo!

El Papa recuerda a mística, madre de familia mexicana, “Conchita” El Pontífice ha dado gracias a Dios por “valiente testimonio” de una mujer que consideró como misión especial la santificación de los sacerdotes

By Aleteia Nuestra Señora de Guada- erse como líder en el campo lupe, en Ciudad de México social y en el ámbito ecle- l papa Francisco (México) la santa misa de sial”. Los directores del Ministerio Hispano de la Región X, (Texas, Oklahoma y Arkan- recordó hoy la re- beatificación de “Conchita”, Ella “se nos presenta hoy sas) se reúnen después de la Misa con los obispos de la Diócesis de Brownsville ciente beatificación como se le conoce popular- (…) como un modelo de para su reunión bianual. Pedro A. Moreno, O.P., director de nuestra Oficina E mente en México. Arquidiocesana de Ministerio Hispano y Diversidad Cultural fue elegido coordi- de María Concepción vida apostólica: oraba y ac- nador del grupo. Foto provista. Cabrera (1882-1937) du- La nueva beata, casada, tuaba, tenía la mente fijada rante la audiencia general madre de familia, e inspira- en el cielo y los ojos vueltos del miércoles 8 de mayo de dora de Institutos religiosos hacia la tierra; adoraba y 2019 en la Plaza de San e iniciativas apostólicas, exaltaba la grandeza de consideró además como Pedro en el Vaticano. Dios y se ocupaba de las misión especial la santifi- Ella “madre de familia” ha miserias y de las necesi- dado “testimonio del valor cación de los sacerdotes. dades de los hombres”, salvador de la Cruz de Cris- En su homilía el cardenal concluyó. Conchita vivió en to, inspirando la fundación recordó la necesidad y la los tiempos más convulsos de varios institutos religio- actualidad de la misión de sos y laicos. Demos gracias “Conchita” en estos tiempos por los que ha atravesado a Dios por su valiente testi- en que la Iglesia ha atrave- México, desde la inter- monio”, afirmó ante 15.000 sado momentos turbulen- vención francesa, el Segun- fieles y peregrinos. tos y lacerantes. do Imperio, los gobiernos liberales que despreciaron Precisamente, el cardenal Asimismo, definió a Envíen el texto, “Pentecost2019” al 84576 Giovanni Angelo Becciu, la beata “una mujer de a la Iglesia católica, la Prefecto de la Congregación oración y de celo apostóli- Revolución, la persecución O para las Causas de los co que, anticipando los callista, las Leyes de la Vayan a archokc.org/ pray Santos ha presidido el 4 de tiempos, encuentra en sí la educación socialista que la María Concepción Cabrera mayo en el Santuario de fuerza moral para impon- excluían, entre otros.

Regístrate para unirte al Archbishop Coakley y juntos ofrecerle una Novena al Espíritu Santo comenzando el 31 de mayo y terminando el 9 de junio, Domingo de Pentecostés. Hay dos maneras para unirse:

Novena de Pentecostés al Espíritu Santo 14 May 19, 2019 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic May 19, 2019 15 Calendar Briefs This calendar only covers the two weeks between issue dates and may not reflect all of the calendar items. To see a full calendar, go to www.soonercatholic.org.

May 25 Feast of St. Gregory VII. 1 Idea of a Village confer- Read Archbishop Coakley’s new chels-vineyard. Contact (405) 623- ence, 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. pastoral letter 3844, rachelsvineyardokc@gmail. 19 Fifth Sunday of Easter. 25 Feast of St. June 1 at Sycamore Archbishop Coakley’s new pas- com. Sponsored by the archdioce- de’Pazzi. Springs Ranch Are- toral letter, “Go Make Disciples! san Office of Marriage and Family 20 Pray the Rosary for Life, 6:30 na, 12754 S. 442 Rd., Building a Culture of Conversion Life. p.m., 2453 Wilcox Dr., Nor- 26 Sixth Sunday of Easter. Locust Grove. www. and Discipleship for the Archdio- man. Contact Connie Lang, theideaofavillage.com. cese of Oklahoma City,” lays out Italian festival cese, was the keynote speaker. Are you listening? Maybe it was the brilliant sun- (405) 249-1041, potato.lang@ 27 Feast of St. Augustine of the vision for the Archdiocese of St. Philip Neri in Midwest City 1 The Lay Missionaries shine on April 2, but this year’s gmail.com. Canterbury. Oklahoma City through 2030. is hosting an Italian festival 12:30 By Sally Crowe Nash of Charity, the Secu- results were dramatic. The Read the letter or download a copy p.m. – 4:30 p.m. May 26, St. Philip 20 Feast of St. Bernardine of 27 Memorial Day - CPC closed. lar (Lay) Order of St. It wasn’t life-threatening, and luncheon raised $40,000! at archokc.org/2030. Print copies Neri’s feast day. Tickets $10; in- Siena. Teresa of Calcutta, clude wine tasting, live entertain- I wasn’t going to melt, but I was The spring radiothon, April 30 available at listening sessions or at 31 Feast of the Visitation of the meeting at St. Ann a parish. ment and playground access. Ages going to be soggy. It was a long - May 1, used that $40,000 as walk from the parking lot to 21 Feast of St. Christopher Ma- Blessed Virgin Mary. Nursing Home, OKC. 5 and under are free. Visit www. the base for a challenge match gallanes and Companions. Mass 9:30 a.m.; meet- Holy Innocents’ Chapel italianfestivalok.com. the Christ the King atrium last from listeners and support- year for the first annual Okla- June ing following. Contact perpetual adoration ers. Our first hour had a fast, Toni Harrelson, (405) homa Catholic Radio benefit 21 Suicide grief support group, Holy Innocents’ Foundation is Ignite encouraging start. A new donor 341-2199. luncheon. The luncheon was a 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m., St. 1 Feast of St. Justin. seeking more adorers for the Holy Ignite is Eucharistic adoration pledged $2,000, quickly fol- Francis, 1901 N.W. 18, OKC. Innocents’ Chapel. Contact Toni and reflection with praise and wor- sea change for our organization. lowed by two monthly support- The appeal was to Catholics of Harrelson at adoration.holyinno- ship for the family. Ignite is 7 p.m. ers who called to increase their some means who invested in an 22 Feast of St. Rita of Cascia. [email protected] or (405) 341- – 8:30 p.m. May 29 at St. John, donations. On day two, Deacon array of people and ideas aiding 2199. Edmond, in the great hall. Event Larry Sousa led us in prayer in 22 the archdiocese in bringing Pastoral letter listening ses- features Seek conference speaker the broadcast booth to get us people to Jesus Christ and his sion, 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m., St. Volunteers needed Alex Sanchez with music by the started. By the end of the day, Mary, Ardmore. Church. That first luncheon Volunteers are needed for the Mark Ryan Band. we were more than half way to first archdiocesan St. Kateri had modest results. OKCR re- our goal of $40,000. 23 Charismatic Catholic prayer St. Honor Dance on July CFO golf tournament ceived about $14,000. Two days later, our final re- meeting, 7 p.m., Catholic 6 at St. John Nepomuk in Yukon. The Catholic Foundation of For the 2019 luncheon, Christ sults were tabulated. Last-min- Pastoral Center. Contact Tekakwitha Sign up online at http://bit.ly/ Oklahoma’s 18th annual golf clas- the King parishioners and Fa- ute, electronic pledges on May 1 Elaine, (405) 358-3610, HonorDancevolunteer or call (405) sic is June 3 at the Quail Creek ther Rick Stansberry, again gra- honor dance yielded over $10,000! The 2019 [email protected]. 721-1810. Learn more at archokc. Golf and Country Club. Shotgun ciously hosted in their atrium. org/honordance. starts 8 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Ses- OKCR board members greeted spring radiothon was our most 24 Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat, july 6, 2019 sions limited to 120 players each arriving guests and marveled successful ever. Thank you to May 24-26. www.ckokc.org/ and are first-come-first-served, so as almost every table filled. My everyone who listens, prays St. Kateri Honor Dance rachels-vineyard. Contact St. John Nepomuk Archbishop Coakley invites register early at www.cfook.org/ doubts evaporated. Archbishop and generously gives to support (405) 623-3844, rachelsvine- everyone from the Archdiocese annual-golf-classic. Tournament Coakley spoke, emphasizing Catholic radio in Oklahoma. 600 Garth Brooks Blvd. [email protected]. of Oklahoma City, the Diocese of benefits Catholic schools and just by his presence, his belief Did you miss out? It’s not too Yukon, OK Tulsa, dioceses from other states, endowments for Catholic schools in Catholic radio. Jim Beck- late to participate. Send a gift to 25 Feast of St. the Vener- families, native dancers and the in the archdiocese. Contact (405) man, executive director of the OKCR, P.O. Box 1612, Norman able. public to join him July 6 for the 721-4115. Secretariat for Evangelization 73070. Contribute online at St. Kateri Tekakwitha Honor and Catechesis for the archdio- okcr.org. Dance at St. John Nepomuk in Yu- Pentecost picnic kon. The honor dance will include The annual Pentecost Picnic at Mass, powwow dancing contests, St. Gregory’s Abbey will begin with the presentation of the new Amer- 10:30 a.m. Mass June 9. This will ican Indian Catholic Outreach be the last time to get St. Gregory’s princess and amazing food! Visit yearbooks. There is no charge for KOFC.ORG/JOINUS archokc.org/honordance. Anyone the picnic or yearbooks, but dona- join us online today interested in sponsoring a dance tions are always accepted. RSVP Join us category, can contact Deacon Roy to [email protected] or (405) Callison at (918) 822-3255. Ven- 878-5296. Contact me today dors contact Susan Callison at through e memebrship Get connected to learn more: (918) 931-7514. Gift of Love Gala - The Center of Family Love and Ponca Ave., will celebrate its 125th on the practice of prayer taught To The Largest Golf tournament the Oklahoma Knights of Colum- anniversary 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. June 1 by the early Church fathers and The Oklahoma Knights of Co- bus will host their annual Gift of with a barbecue picnic after Mass. facilitate the incorporation of that Catholic lumbus state golf tournament Love Gala at 6 p.m. June 15 at Games for children, music and deep prayer into one’s daily life. is May 18 at Sapulpa Municipal the National Cowboy and Western fellowship. Contact Sr. Barbara at (918) 746- Brotherhood Golf Course, U.S. Hwy 66 West. Heritage Museum. Cost $175 pp 4209 or lectio@stjosephmonastery. Shotgun start 8 a.m.; four-person or $1,750 for table of 10. Raffle Idea of a Village conference org. Limited number of overnight scramble format; silent auction; tickets for a chance to win up to The Idea of a Village conference accommodations. Visit www.stjo- door prices. Open to all golfers. $20,000 worth of prizes, includ- will be 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. June 1 at sephmonastery.org/retreats. $75 pp. Make checks payable to ing a grand prize of $10,000, can Sycamore Springs Ranch Arena, Sacred Heart KOC Council #9333. be purchased for $100 per ticket. 12754 S. 442 Rd., Locust Grove. Day of Reflection Send entries to Dennis Caven- Visit www.centeroffamilylove.org/ The theme is “Friendship in Pur- “The Eucharist: The Sacrament ah, 9106 Eisenhower St., Sapul- gala or call Nancy Altman at (405) suit of the Good Life.” Speak- of Transformation” will be present- pa 74066; [email protected]. 263-4658, Ext. 1042. ers Harrison Garlick, Richard ed by Fr. Boniface Copelin, O.S.B. Contact Dennis Cavenah at (918) Meloche, Marcel Brown, Jared 8:30 a.m. – 3 p.m. June 22 at St. Kevin Pierce 906-1710. Catechesis - New Evangelization Staudt and Joseph Pearce. Attend- Gregory’s Abbey in Shawnee. Cost Summer registration for Cat- ees are encouraged to read John is $30 and includes lunch. Regis- General Agent Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat echesis of the New Evangelization, Cuddeback’s book “True Friend- tration limited to 40. Contact (405) The next Rachel’s Vineyard the main entry-level course for the ship: Where Virtue Becomes Hap- 878-5656, [email protected]. 877-707-0752 Retreat weekend is May 24-26 for 2nd Degree in Theology program piness” to provide a common basis [email protected] anyone who has had an abortion through Newman University, is of understanding for the day›s Oblate retreat or been affected by another per- now open. The course will be 6 discussion. Visit www.theideaofa- St. Joseph Monastery in Tulsa son’s abortion. Sadness, anxiety, p.m. – 9 p.m. Tuesdays, June 11, village.com. will have its annual oblate retreat guilt and grief are common for 18, 25 and July 9, 16 and 9 a.m.- 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. July 13 in the the woman and man involved, or 3 p.m. on Saturdays, June 15 and School of Lectio Divina monastery library. Cost $20, in- relatives and friends. Participa- 22, July 13 and 20. Visit archokc. Saint Joseph Monastery’s School cludes lunch. The oblate book sale tion in the retreat is confidential. org/institute. of Lectio Divina will have sessions will be during the retreat. Contact L I F E I N S U R A N C E D I S A B I L I T Y I N C O M E I N S U R A N C E L O N G - T E R M C A R E I N S U R A N C E R E T I R E M E N T A N N U I T I E S No cost. Pre-registration required. Anniversary celebration June 11-14 and Sept. 25-28. AJ Tierney at (918) 746-4223, Learn more at www.ckokc.org/ra- St. Mary in Ponca City, 707 East Trained instructors lead session [email protected]. 16 May 19, 2019 Sooner Catholic

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