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Deacons of the Diocese of Palm Beach form a line The casket of Bishop Emeritus John J. Nevins set in and one by one congratulate Deacons Frank Bandy, Father Stephen Parkes, vicar forane of Central Deanery front of the altar at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice John Collins and Wayne Topper, the diocese’s newest during the Sept. 3 Mass of Christian Burial. (BOB North, anoints the walls of St. Vincent de Paul Parish’s deacons. (LINDA REEVES | FC) new spiritual home. (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) REDDY | FC) Wildwood 3 ordained as Venice bids church doubles deacons farewell to Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito ordained Frank Al- exander Bandy, John Howard Collins and Wayne beloved bishop in size E. Topper to the permanent diaconate Sept. 6 in a joyful ceremony at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius During a dedication and bless at his parish, pas- Loyola. The men join 97 permanent deacons who Building a Diocese out of 10 far-flung counties tor Father Peter Puntal thanked parishioners for are living and assisting in various ways through- into a cohesive Catholic community is one of the making “our dreams come true.” out the diocese. greatest legacies of Bishop Emeritus John J. Nevins, “We give thanks to the Lord for this beautiful The permanent deacon formation program, first Bishop of the Diocese of Venice in Florida. church, and this is a beautiful church because you which Bishop Barbarito said was one of “the very The life of Bishop Nevins was celebrated follow- are beautiful people,” said the pastor of St. Vincent best programs … within the country,” began in ing his peaceful death at his home in Venice on de Paul Parish in Wildwood. “This is your church 2002. Forty-five men have graduated from the Aug. 26. At 82 he lived a full and productive life, that you built to honor your God.” program, been ordained and are now serving the serving the faithful as a priest, Bishop and shep- Bishop John Noonan was on hand for the Aug. local Church. herd to many. 27 event. Click on the ORLANDO DIOCESE above Click on the PALM BEACH DIOCESE for more Click on the VENICE DIOCESE above for more for more on this story. on this story. on this story.

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Father Stephen Parkes, vicar forane of Central Deanery North, A young parishioner speaks to Bishop John Noonan at the dedication of the new church building at St. anoints the walls of St. Vincent de Paul Parish's new spiritual Vincent de Paul Parish Aug. 27. (PHOTOS BY LINDA CALDWELL | FC) home. Wildwood church nearly doubles in size STAFF REPORT

WILDWOOD | Feelings of happiness, gratitude and joy filled the sacred space of St. Vincent de Paul Parish Aug. 27 during the dedication and blessing of the community’s new larger church. “This is a special day,” said Maryann Otradovec, who has been a parishioner since 1995. “We have been waiting for this new church for a long time. But now we are here and we are really enjoying it. It is a blessing.” For eight years, parishioners prayed, planned and raised ‘Thank you so much funds, envisioning the day when a new, larger church would be built. As they celebrated in their new home, Bishop John for making our dreams Noonan praised their efforts. come true. We give “Good people of St. Vincent’s, you have done well over these years and I encourage you to continue to grow in your faith,” thanks to the Lord for Bishop Noonan said during the Mass of dedication. “We come this beautiful church, together tonight to make this church, to make this building, a sacred and a very holy place because this is where you will and this is a beautiful encounter the Lord; this is where you will grow in your faith.” church because you St. Vincent de Paul began in 1973 as a mission of St. Law- rence Parish in Bushnell. The Sumter County parish grew are beautiful people. quickly once a church was constructed in 1994. By 2005, when then-Bishop Thomas Wenski established St. Vincent de Paul This is your church as its own parish, the community was already struggling with that you built to honor a lack of space. The previous church had enough pews and chairs to seat your God.’ 600 people. During the winter months, 150 extra chairs were added outside when seasonal residents were in town. The par- — Father Peter Puntal, Women place cloths upon the altar of St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Wildwood during pastor. Please see wildwood, 2 the dedication and blessing of the community’s new larger church Aug. 27. Sept. 12-25, 2014 The Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 2 Jewish philanthropist receives papal honor

LINDA CALDWELL me. Bishop (Noonan), thank you of the Florida Catholic staff very much. Father Ben (Berinti), Alan Ginsburg, you have done a great job with this left, shows the ORLANDO | Jewish philanthro- facility, and I am very proud to be a Benemerenti pist Alan Ginsburg was recently small part of it.” Medal, a papal awarded the Benemerenti Medal, A successful Maitland developer, honor bestowed a papal honor bestowed by Pope Ginsburg recognizes his responsi- by Pope Francis, Francis, for his vision in creating a bility to return to God the gifts God as Bishop Noonan space where Catholic and Jewish has given him. His reputation for and Allan Keen students can fulfill their spiritual philanthropy is well known and he look on. Ginsburg needs side by side while attending has donated millions of dollars for was presented the University of Central Florida. the benefit of Orlando schools, hos- the award Aug. Ginsburg funded the construction pitals, Jewish causes and more. 26 for funding construction of the Catholic Campus Ministry With an estimated 13,500 Catho- of the Catholic Center and adjacent Hillel Center, lic students on the UCF campus and Campus Ministry which opened last year. more than 6,000 Jewish students, Center and Bishop John Noonan and Allan Ginsburg said the new space was adjacent Hillel Keen, chairman emeritus of the needed for students who want to go Center on the board of directors for the Catho- to a university that will offer them University of lic Foundation of Central Florida, the opportunity to maintain their Central Florida surprised Ginsburg with the medal faith traditions. campus. (LINDA and scroll from Pope Francis during “Hopefully this is one founda- CALDWELL | FC) a private luncheon Aug. 26 at the tion that will provide a good basis Catholic Campus Ministry Center, for students going here to continue attended by about 75 family, friends their faith, to feel that they are part and colleagues. of a greater group and greater good “Today we come together to around the world,” Ginsburg said. thank Alan in a special way,” Keen The Benemerenti Medal was said. “Alan’s vision affirms what instituted by Pope Gregory XVI in history and our hearts have told 1832. It is conferred on individuals us is true — faith has the power to who are Catholic or non-Catholic unite. Faith in a world filled with and who demonstrate exceptional destructive forces has the power service to the Catholic Church, to upon civilians. Since that time, the thy of the Benemerenti Medal for proud in your hearts of what we to create, to build and to deal with society, and to the principles of love Holy See has presented this honor his service, for his love and for his have accomplished here. I am so life’s challenges.” and fidelity. The Benemerenti Med- to only 168 individuals, including humanity. very proud to be a part of it and Ginsburg, humble by nature, al is the highest honor any layper- Ginsburg. “One thing I want to say to you to- hope long beyond my time and all was overcome with emotion as son can receive from the Holy See. Earlier this year, Bishop Noonan day, Mr. Ginsburg, you are truly ap- of our times that this building will he stepped forward to accept the The medal was originally in- wrote to Pope Francis, telling him preciated and loved by the Catholic prosper and the students who go honor. Wiping away tears, he said, tended as a means to honor those of the generosity and love Gins- community for what you have done here will prosper, and we all would “Thank you. This is really a surprise who fought in service in the papal burg showed for the Church and its for us,” Bishop Noonan said. have done a good thing for the chil- for me. There are a lot of people who army. In 1926, Pope Pius XI began young people. In reply, Pope Francis “Thank you for the award,” dren of our faith and for humanity should be standing here besides bestowing the Benemerenti Medal said that Ginsburg indeed was wor- Ginsburg said. “You all should be in general.” n wildwood: Sumter County parish expands as it attracts Catholics from Wildwood and The Villages

From 1 ish attracts people from Wildwood, as well as the vast retirement com- munity of The Villages and other areas nearby. The parish would schedule nine Masses each week- end to accommodate the number of parishioners. The new church has an estimat- ed seating capacity of 1,000 in the pews. It also features two reconcili- ation rooms, a hospitality room and a choir practice room. The design also allows for expansion in the fu- ture by adding additional seating areas at the transepts and narthex. “We are responding to the ex- Parishioners show their appreciation for their new church home. traordinary growth in The Vil- lages and the Wildwood area,” said joined the first wave of the Alive started with 167 parishioners, and Father Peter Puntal, pastor. “The in Christ Capital and Endowment the church now has nearly 5,000 church aims at making God more Campaign in 2007, eventually rais- parishioners. The excellent attitude visible, his presence more acces- ing more than $1.5 million or 163 and support of the community has sible and his love more available.” percent of their parish goal. The been such a blessing.” Bishop John Noonan anoints the altar with sacred chrism during the Making their journey even more new worship space was built at a As the celebration came to a dedication Mass at St. Vincent de Paul Parish. (PHOTOS BY LINDA remarkable is the fact that the par- cost of $5 million. close, Father Puntal expressed his CALDWELL | FC) ish did not incur any debt in the “The growth has been dynamic deepest gratitude to all involved in construction and furnishing of the at our parish,” said Father Peter bringing the building to fruition. said. “We give thanks to the Lord are beautiful people. This is your building. To help fund the project, Sagorski, pastor of St. Vincent de “Thank you so much for mak- for this beautiful church, and this church that you built to honor your St. Vincent de Paul parishioners Paul from 2002 to July 1, 2013. “We ing our dreams come true,” he is a beautiful church because you God.” n 3 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 12-25, 2014 Father leads family by saintly example LINDA CALDWELL FYI for the World Meeting for Families of the Florida Catholic staff to be held September 2015 in Phila- Pope Francis will bring together delphia. Held every three years and ORLANDO | Saints play an im- key religious leaders from around sponsored by the Holy See’s Pontifi- portant role in the lives of many the world Oct. 5-19 for the cal Council for the Family, the meet- Catholics. Not only do they serve Extraordinary Synod on the Family. ing is the world’s largest Catholic as intercessors, but through their The theme is “The Pastoral Chal- gathering for families. The theme, example of faith, hope and charity, lenges of the Family in the Context “Love Is Our Mission: The Family they are our role models. of Evangelization.” Fully Alive,” reflects on the central John Luvera, a husband and fa- As stated by the Holy Father role of the family in teaching people ther of four, turns to St. Joseph, hus- there are “three main areas under how to receive and give love. band of the Virgin Mary and patron discussion in the Church: how In 1994, St. John Paul II celebrat- saint of fathers, for guidance in lead- the Gospel of the family can be ed the first World Meeting for Fami- ing his children to Christ. preached in the present day; how lies, which aimed to strengthen “As a father, I have taken to heart the Church’s pastoral care program the sacred bonds of family. Upon St. Joseph’s role as a family leader for the family might better respond canonization, he was declared “the and realize that I, too, need to be to the new challenges today; how pope of family.” to assist parents in developing the spiritual leader of my home and a mentality of openness to life St. Gianna encompasses the con- lead my children to Christ,” said Lu- ference’s 2015 theme. A pediatri- John Luvera and his wife, Michele, of St. Maximilian Kolbe Parish, and in upbringing their children” vera, a parishioner of St. Maximil- (“Instrumentum Laboris”). cian and mother of four, St. Gianna stand outside their home with children. (COURTESY) ian Kolbe in Orlando. “Even though is best known for her selfless love as Jesus was fully God and fully hu- a mother, giving her life to bear her man, St. Joseph had to raise him to the Apostolate for Family Consecra- fourth child in 1962. She was beati- WISDOM OF THE SAINTS be obedient to God’s laws. I see that tion of the Diocese of Steubenville, fied in 1994 by St. John Paul II and I need to prepare my children for Ohio. canonized in 2004. She is the patron Sept. 17: Optional memorial Chong Hasang and companions heaven. That is the ultimate mission “That trip solidified us as a fam- saint for mothers, physicians and of St. Robert Bellarmine St. Andrew received his priestly God has entrusted to me.” ily,” Luvera said. “We participated unborn children. Days before the Church will cel- formation in China and was the first To grow in his leadership role, in daily Mass, daily rosary, Divine Just as saints could play a signifi- ebrate Catechetical Sunday Sept. 21, native Korean priest. Upon returning Luvera participates in his parish’s Mercy chaplet. Throughout the day, cant role in helping parents raise St. Robert Bellarmine (1542-1621) to his home country, he arranged “That Man Is You!” ministry, an they had activities for the kids and their children, parents could help will be remembered Sept 17. He is a for lay missionaries to enter Korea interactive, multimedia program talks for the adults. It was about con- their children become saints. St. doctor of the Church and the patron by bypassing border patrol. For his focused upon the development of secrating your family to the Holy John Paul II’s father is a perfect ex- saint of catechists. A Jesuit scholar, involvement he was arrested, tortured authentic male leadership. In ad- Family, which is what we try to do.” ample. he wrote two catechisms, for children and beheaded. St. Paul Chong dition, he frequently reads books During his general audience ad- “Day after day I was able to ob- and for teachers, and defended the Hasang was among the lay apostles about St. Joseph written by Catholic dress March 19, the solemn feast serve the austere way in which he faith against heresy during the Prot- who were captured and martyred estant Reformation. As a theologian for their efforts to spread the faith. authors. of St. Joseph, Pope Francis noted lived,” St. John Paul II said. “By pro- to Pope Clement VIII, he lived in When St. John Paul II visited Korea in He puts his beliefs into practice, the role Joseph played as leader of fession he was a soldier and, after papal apartments, but maintained a 1984, he canonized St. Andrew and leading his family in prayer, partici- the Holy Family. “We dedicate this my mother’s death, his life became humble lifestyle, using only what was St. Paul along with 98 Korean and pating in the celebration of Mass to- catechesis to him, who is deserving one of constant prayer. Sometimes I essential and sharing what he had three French missionaries who had gether and even having a little fun, of all our gratitude and devotion for would wake up during the night and with those in need. On giving his wall been martyred between 1839 and such as visiting faith-based theme the way in which he guarded over find my father on his knees, just as hangings to help clothe the poor he 1867. Among them were bishops and parks. This past summer, the fam- the Holy Virgin and her son, Jesus,” I would always see him kneeling in remarked, “The walls will not catch priests, but for the most part they ily went to Catholic Family Land, a Pope Francis said. “Being a guard- the parish church. cold.” were laypeople: 47 women, 45 men. 950-acre Catholic resort and retreat ian is the distinctive trait of Joseph. “We never spoke about a vocation Sept. 20: Memorial of St. From these difficult beginnings, the center in Bloomingdale, Ohio, that Being the guardian is his great mis- to the priesthood, but his example Andrew Kim Taegon, St. Paul Catholic Church in Korea has grown offers several catechetical and edu- sion.” was in a way my first seminary, a to over 5 million Catholics today. cational programs for families and St. John Paul II and St. Gianna kind of domestic seminary,” he said. parishes. The resort is operated by have been named as patron saints n ‘The Way, The Truth and The Life’ video PRAYER FOR FAMILIES Dear God our Father, you have called all Christian families to be a sign of your love to the world. series helps families to keep the faith Help us to be generous with the gifts of life and love that you have show- ered on our family. May we share them so that our homes become true signs of unitive and fruitful love. ORLANDO | The Diocese of Or- This educational initiative from “In keeping with the Holy Fa- lando video series, “The Way, The Bishop John Noonan is designed ther’s focus on families, we want Let us never forget to thank you each day for all that sustains us and to look Truth and The Life” has a strong to help the faithful understand the to communicate the message that to Christ, who comes to us in the events of family life, in the Sacraments of the focus on helping families to stay teachings of the Catholic Church family life is at the core of what we Church, and in service to the poor. centered on a life of faith in Jesus as they relate to the important is- believe in, and the best way to do In all of this, our family becomes a living expression of your Church, a Christ. One excerpt from the video sues of our time, such as issues of so is through these videos,” said hallowed home of life and love. By the power of the Holy Spirit, may all of us states: “Within our families, we life, marriage and freedom. The Bishop Noonan. “The family gives — spouses, parents, and children — share, as members of his body, in Jesus’ learn how to relate with others and video titled, “Family: A Commu- us a sense of identity. We all come mission to build a civilization of love. Father, we ask this in Jesus’ name in union with the Holy Spirit. Amen. to trust and to love. It is also where nity of Love,” includes discussion from a family. We live as a family we first learn about God and de- questions, biographies of saints, in the Church, so we want to re- — From “The Way, The Truth and The Life” series velop our understanding of right prayers, teaching documents and new the idea of family. We want and wrong. The well-being of soci- other resources for families who to re-emphasize that family is im- ety absolutely depends on healthy seek to be the domestic Church portant.” kindle a deeper faith and to focus The Truth and The Life” series, families, committed marriages and provide a foundation of faith The materials are geared to their lives on the Gospel of Jesus visit www.orlandodiocese.org/ and responsible parenting.” for their children. help parishioners of all ages en- Christ. For more on “The Way, waytruthlife. n Sept. 12-25, 2014 The Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 4

ecause of this, God greatly exalted him and bestowed on him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, of those in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus ‘B Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.’ — Philippians 2:9-11 Florida Catholic Events, experiences display ‘true love’ DIOCESE OF ORLANDO Vol. 75, No. 21 God’s word broken open as we Jesus humbled himself, p.m., and I invite you to join us as My Sisters and Brothers in tend to the needs of these bro- we honor these dedicated men and 50 East Robinson St. Christ: kenhearted, hearing the women. P.O. Box 1800 becoming obedient to Orlando, FL 32802-1800 What is true love? On cry of the poor. We spoke I invite you once again to view 407-246-4800 Fax 407-246-4942 Sunday, Sept. 14, the about our opportunity to death, even death on a the video series, “The Way, The feast of the Exaltation of teach others about the cross, for our sake. God Truth and The Life,” to learn more PUBLISHER the Holy Cross, we hear beauty of our faith as we about God’s love for us and his Bishop John Noonan proclaimed once again yearn for everlasting life. embraces us through his invitation to draw near to him the story of true love — We pray for our broth- through our daily living. You can DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS own gift of love, the gift Teresa Lantigua Peterson the beautiful words of ers and sisters who are learn more by reading this issue [email protected] Scripture in which St. struggling to survive, of his Son. of the Florida Catholic or click- Paul speaks of Jesus, who Bishop protect their children and ing on the website address, www. WRITER/PHOTOGRAPHER emptied himself, tak- John live with dignity in dire through the word of God in their orlandodiocese.org. Linda Caldwell ing the form of a slave, Noonan conditions in the Middle villages, and teaching them about What is true love? 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God embraces us Eastern people are the strength a beautiful sanctuary for the glory on a cross: God takes this course Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, through his own gift of love, the and real and authentic witness of of God. These good people with- for love! There’s no other expla- or customerservice@theflorida gift of his Son. the Church’s message of salvation, stood many years of deprivation so nation: Love alone does this.” We catholic.org Recently, the priests serving forgiveness and love. A special col- that a church is built on the living pray that in all things our tongues in the Diocese of Orlando and I lection was taken up last weekend stones of faith. confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to Notify us of address changes (temporary or permanent) as soon as possible. Please gathered for the annual priests’ to provide humanitarian relief and Later this month, my brother the glory of God the Father. change your address online at www. convocation where we discussed pastoral support for our affected priests will join me to concel- thefloridacatholic.org or call Tammy at Catholic moral teaching and end- brothers and sisters in the Middle ebrate the annual Blue Mass on Sincerely yours in Christ, 1-888-275-9953. of-life issues. We spoke about East. Monday, Sept. 29, an opportunity God’s love and how we express We pray for the people of the Di- to pray for these first responders • ADVERTISING: Contact Jane Radetsky at God’s love as we experience the ocese of San Juan de la Maguana who sacrifice their own lives so 407-373-0075 or weakening of the bodies of our who sacrifice each day so they can that we might be safe within our [email protected] • CLASSIFIED ADS: Contact Susan family members or friends or have the blessing of faith. We min- communities. 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ELIZABETH WILSON came to know the Lord in life.” longer-lasting gift is in the future of Special to the Florida Catholic Knowing the Lord in this life many others in need who will really ‘These gifts will help and experiencing the joy of living make a change in their life.” ORLANDO | St. Therese of Li- their faith each day is what inspires Lois Mills has been a member of draw countless men, sieux once said, “I will spend my members of the Vivos Christi So- St. James Cathedral for more than women and children heaven doing good on earth.” The ciety to continue their good works 35 years and has been involved in 20 new members of the Vivos Chris- in a way that will last beyond their various ministries during that time. closer to Christ. ti Society of the Catholic Foun- earthly life. L.J. “Van” and Joan Van Most Sundays she can be seen pro- That’s a true legacy dation of Central Florida, which Lancker are longtime members of claiming the word of God as a lec- claims St. Therese as its patron- Prince of Peace Parish in Ormond tor with her guide dog, Rita, at her of love.’ ess, have made that same promise Beach. Each week they and Van side. She welcomes the opportunity by providing for the future of the Lancker’s 92-year-old mother can to continue to support the Catholic — Meghan Post, presi- Church through a bequest or other be found volunteering at the par- Church, which she said has always dent of the Catholic planned gift. ish’s social service center. Helping been her community. Foundation of Central At a morning prayer and induc- those in need has always been an “Our work for Jesus doesn’t have Florida tion ceremony Sept. 6, Bishop John important part of their faith, and is to stop when we die,” she said. “We Noonan thanked the new members part of the legacy they want to leave can still serve his Church, the com- for their gifts to the Church saying, behind. munity of believers, and the poor “Today we honor you and we thank “God has told us there will al- after we’re gone.” St. Therese of Lisieux is you for your generosity, for your ways be the poor and those in Through Vivos Christi Society the patroness of the Vivos journey of faith because you too are need,” said Joan Van Lancker. “We members, parishes and schools re- Christi Society, a ministry following the footsteps, not only of know that as important as helping ceive funding to continue to bring of the Catholic Foundation a saint, but of someone who truly and supporting our children is, the the light of Christ to their parishio- of Central Florida. ners and students; charitable orga- (FRANK WEBER | FC) nizations such as Catholic Charities of Central Florida and the St. Vin- cent de Paul Society are better able to serve people in poverty; Diocese of Orlando seminarians receive assistance with tuition; and many Florida, expressed the importance legacy of love. Your actions are a other ministries of the Church are of their contribution. “We couldn’t guiding light that illumines many supported in their valuable work. do the work we do without your lives — those who will benefit from At the induction ceremony, support. These gifts will help draw your gifts in the future and those of Meghan Post, president of the countless men, women and chil- us who are inspired by your witness Catholic Foundation of Central dren closer to Christ. That’s a true today.” n

Newsbriefs Students the cover of Bishop Noonan’s 2014 ‘I proclaim to you good news of Christmas card. The winner’s great joy’” (Lk 2:10). encouraged to name will be printed on the back • “For today in the city of Da- of the card and will be featured in vid, a savior has been born” (Lk enter art contest the Florida Catholic. 2:11). The Diocese of Orlando is seek- Students can use markers, • “You will find an infant ing a cover art design for Bishop crayon, colored pencils and/or wrapped in swaddling clothes John Noonan’s 2014 Christmas paint to create their one-dimen- and lying in a manger” (Lk 2:12) message. Any student in grades sional, 8-1/2-by-11 artwork. Cre- • “Glory to God in the highest six-12 affiliated with a Catholic ations must reflect one of the fol- and on earth peace” (Lk 2:14). school or parish in the Diocese of lowing Scripture passages: The deadline to enter is Nov. Orlando may enter. Artwork pro- • “She wrapped him in swad- 12. For more information and vided by students will be judged dling clothes and laid him in a complete rules, contact Linda by a committee, and the overall manger” (Lk 2:7). Caldwell, lcaldwell@orlandodio- winner’s design will be used on • “The angel said to them, cese.org, or 407-246-4924. PASTOR INSTALLED AT ST. ChARLES bORROmEO PARISh Father Ralph DuWell reads a note a young girl wrote to welcome him to St. Charles Borromeo Parish in Orlando. Father DuWell was installed as pastor Sept. 7 during the celebration of Mass with Bishop John Noonan. As pastor, he will not only shepherd the people of the parish, but also the students of three schools — Morning Star Catholic School, St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School and Bishop Moore Catholic High School.

30509-0912 (LINDA CALDWELL | FC) Sept. 12-25, 2014 The Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 6 Leaders in Christ All Catholics can be Sister reflects on 25 years of teachers of the faith Staff report so great a cost through the sav- serving migrant community ing death of his Son,” said Bishop ORLANDO | Catechetical Sun- David L. Ricken, Chairman of the Editor’s Note: “Leaders in Christ” day is celebrated each year on the Committee on Evangelization and is a monthly series in the Florida third Sunday in September. It is Catechesis of the U.S. Conference Catholic profiling people and an opportunity to recognize those of Catholic Bishops. ministries of faith and service. who serve as catechists as well as Materials are provided for free reflect on the role all the faithful through the conference to help eLIZaBetH WILSoN have through their Baptism to pass pastors, teachers and families re- Special to the Florida Catholic on the faith and be a witness to the flect on this theme of forgiveness Gospel. throughout the year. There are WAHNETA | Twenty-five years According to the U.S. Catholic homily guides, teaching aides on ago, Sister of the Presentation of Catechism for Adults, “catechist” the Sacrament of Penance, infor- the Blessed Virgin Mary Paula comes from the word “catechesis,” mation on saints who were model Schwendinger arrived in Orlando which means: the act of handing on confessors, quotes from Pope Fran- without knowing a single person the word of God intended to inform cis and prayers all designed to lead and with a set of keys to an un- the faith community and candi- the people to avail themselves of known building. It was the begin- dates for initiation into the Church God’s forgiveness. ning of her ministry to the largely about the teachings of Christ. It also “Whether you confess regularly immigrant community at the Cen- involves the lifelong effort of form- or this is the first time in a long time, tro Guadalupano Mission in Wah- ing people into witnesses to Christ may this be your moment to draw neta. Sister of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary Paula and opening their hearts to the near to the confessional with confi- Armed with a desire to serve the Schwendinger leads a group of children to children’s Liturgy spiritual transformation given by dence to celebrate the tender loving Hispanic community and with faith of the Word during the celebration of Mass Sept. 7 at Centro the Holy Spirit. Celebrated Sept. 21 mercy of God,” Bishop Ricken said. in God’s plan, Sister Schwendinger Guadalupano Mission, Wahneta. (RANDY HALE | FC) this year, Catechetical Sunday will “May you experience again and set out to discover the needs of her focus on the Sacrament of Penance again God’s gift of forgiveness and new home and to respond any way to feel that sense of being part of doors and helps us,” she said. “I and the mercy of God. Its theme is healing through the Sacrament of that she could. Her journey has not their families and part of their believe that everyone has talents “Teaching About God’s Gift of For- Penance and Reconciliation.” n been without challenges, but as lives.” that can be drawn forth if we’re giveness.” she prepares to return to her com- The adopted family she has willing to let God use us.” “God the Father pursues us down Resources can be downloaded or munity in Iowa in October, Sister found has been especially mean- Elida Benitez is just one per- the byways of our life, intent to re- ordered by visiting www.usccb. Schwendinger reflects on the bless- ingful to her as she has been away son whose life has been touched store and share with us in greater org/beliefs-and-teachings/how- ings and memories she will take from her religious community by Sister Schwendinger. She was measure a life of grace and union we-teach/catechesis/catechetical- with her. during her entire 25 years in Flor- a young child when she first met with him, which was secured at sunday/index.cfm. “There is a saying, ‘Everyone we ida. She said she is sustained by Sister Schwendinger more than meet gives us something.’ That’s her private prayer, by the support 20 years ago. Benitez said the sis- why even though I came here of the other religious communi- ter became a spiritual role model knowing no one, I leave so much ties in the Diocese of Orlando, and and encouraged her to become a richer because every person that most of all by being present to the catechist during her high school St. Charles Borromeo has touched my life has enriched members of the Centro Guadalu- and college years. CatholiC SC hool me,” she said. pano Mission. “She challenged me to step As a student taught by the Sisters “It is difficult, but the people up to the plate to whatever God of the Presentation of the Blessed here have been my community,” was calling me at the moment,” Virgin Mary, Sister Schwendinger she said. “Worshipping together is Benitez remembered. “For her to was drawn to her teachers’ joy and a source of strength and support.” have seen that potential in me re- the interest they showed to each Her gift of presence has been ally means a lot. She was truly able student as an individual. Now as a offered in hospital delivery rooms to give me that push to spread my Sister of the Presentation herself, where she served as a translator, wings. she brings that same gift to the peo- in helping undocumented immi- “I will remember her as love,” ple she has served, as she responds grants find available resources, Benitez continued. “To have had to her order’s mission to evangelize and in preparing people to receive that opportunity to grow and and offer hope and love to a broken the sacraments. However she feels learn about my faith and about world by confronting injustice and her most important role is to help God, there is nothing more valu- working for peace. empower the people and to en- able on this earth. Because of her “The biggest blessing has been able them to be leaders by helping I feel that my relationship with being present and walking with them realize their own gifts. Christ is so much stronger. Even the people in their joyful times as “I really believe whatever walk though she is leaving us I couldn’t well as their difficult times,” she of life we’re in, whether it’s reli- be happier for her. I know God is reflected, “being able to be present gious life or lay ministry, that if going to make the best of her time with them, to pray with them, and we’re open to listening, God opens and skills.” n

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It features live out their call to be a disciple of org/faithnews. 7 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 12-25, 2014 What Catholics need to know about embryonic stem-cell research LINDA CALDWELL FYI ing the use of human embryos in of the Florida Catholic staff such research “gravely immoral” These research organizations are and “unnecessary.” They voted ORLANDO | Church lead- seeking to find cures for diseases overwhelmingly in favor of the ers urge Catholics to be aware and respect life in all stages and document titled “On Embryonic of where their donations are go- forms: Stem-Cell Research: A Statement A missionary from the Diocese of Orlando checks in on a young ing and how their money is being • Midwest Stem Cell Therapy of the U.S. Conference of Catholic patient during a recent surgical mission to Orlando’s sister diocese used when supporting charitable Center (MSCTC), University of Bishops.” of San Juan de la Maguana in the Dominican Republic. The annual causes. Some financial donations Kansas Medical Center (www. “It now seems undeniable that collection for the Mission Office is Sept. 21. (COURTESY) could be used for human embry- kumc.edu/msctc.html) once we cross the fundamental • Mayo Clinic (www.mayoclinic. onic stem-cell research through moral line that prevents us from org/) Mission Office collection to be taken in vitro fertilization, extracting the • John Paul II Medical Research treating any fellow human being as stem cells and killing the young Center (http://jp2mri.org/) a mere object of research, there is The Diocese of Orlando has far removed from the basic services embryo. • Adult Stem Cell Technology no stopping point,” the document partnered with the sister Diocese and benefits we often take for grant- In his 1995 encyclical “The Center, LLC (https://sites.google. said. “The only moral stance that of San Juan de la Maguana in the ed in other circumstances.” Gospel of Life,” Pope John Paul II com/site/adultstemcelltechnolo- affirms the human dignity of all Dominican Republic for 30 years, Last year’s collection raised wrote: “Human embryos obtained gycenter/) of us is to reject the first step down empowering the people and im- more than $460,000, allowing for in vitro are human beings and are this path.” proving lives through educational the expansion of the middle school subjects with rights; their dignity Fueling the controversy is the and medical services. The annual and providing urgent medical and and right to life must be respected into certain tissues and organs.” secular media’s handling of the collection for the Mission Office surgical services for the people in from the first moment of their ex- Shearer said embryonic stem topic. Shearer said the media’s re- Sept. 21 will raise critical funds need. Money raised in this year’s istence. It is immoral to produce cells are too volatile. They are un- porting on the topic is confusing to that allow the outreach to grow and collection will go toward a voca- human embryos destined to be predictable in their growth, and the general public because it does meet the needs of the people of the tional center for students with spe- exploited as disposable ‘biological from a practical perspective, they not distinguish between the two small mountain village. cial needs, a new high school dor- material’” (1,5). simply don’t work. On the other types of research. Father Fred Ruse, a diocesan mitory, additional classrooms in “As Catholics, we don’t support hand, adult stem cells, which can “The media has done a lot to priest who is pastoral minister in the schools, and the training of new embryonic stem-cell research come from any part of the body, distort the line between the two the Dominican Republic, brings principals and teachers. Thirty-five because it is destroying human have been very successful in treat- because they just talk about stem- the Sacraments and faith forma- scheduled mission trips over the life at the young stage of a human ing many diseases and cancers. cell research. They don’t highlight tion to children and adults. “While next year — including three medi- embryo,” said Deborah Shearer, Scientists have been very success- the benefits and defects of either,” there are some folks from Florida cal missions — will bring the sup- director of the diocesan Office of ful using adult stem cells, that don’t she said. “We need to draw that who can come to spend time with port, resources and love of the peo- Advocacy and Justice. “Addition- harm a human embryo, in their distinction because killing a hu- us in the mountains, others cannot ple of the Diocese of Orlando to the ally, scientific research has not treatment and/or cure of over 70 man life is first, morally wrong and this collection enables them to people of San Juan de la Maguana. demonstrated that human embryo medical conditions to date. and secondly, it has no benefit. You be with me and to be with the com- “For 30 years we have been in- stem cells are of any value for re- “We support adult stem-cell re- can’t justify it. munities in our mountains and volved in working and reaching out search purposes in the sense that search,” she said. “Adult stem-cell “We owe people the best in- walk with them as they live and to our brothers and sisters in need even though millions of dollars research has proven to work in de- formation and honest research,” grow in being Church,” said Father and I think it’s a beautiful ministry have been spent, there have been veloping treatments and cures.” Shearer added. “Embryonic stem- Ruse. “In this fashion, this collec- in many ways,” said Bishop John no cures, no treatments of any kind In 2008 during their spring gen- cell research has been a failure to tion is one vital way we are Church Noonan. “Anyone who has ever that have come as a result of trying eral assembly in Orlando, the U.S. science and the moral heart of so- together; in solidarity with a people gone there, their lives have been to force the development of cells bishops approved a statement call- ciety.” n who are hidden in those hills and so changed forever.” PASTOR INSTALLED AT ALL SOULS Parish

At left, Bishop John Noonan presents Father Gilbert Medina with the key to All Souls Parish in Sanford. Father Medina was installed as pastor of the parish Aug. 23. At right, parishioners of All Souls welcome Father Medina as their new pastor. (PHOTOS BY LINDA CALDWELL | FC) Sept. 12-25, 2014 The Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 8

Vineland Ave., Orlando. Kickoff Costs vary. www.cathmed.org or DIOCESAN EVENTS event of 2014-2015 Basilica 407-246-4815 DIOCESAN EVENTS WITH Concert Series. Features 65-piece Retrouvaille program: “Magnifico Italiano” buffet: BISHOP JOHN NOONAN wind and percussion ensemble Sept. 26-28, San Pedro Spiritual Saturday, Sept. 13; 4:30-6:15 p.m., and basilica’s organist, William Development Center, 2400 Dike Prince of Peace Parish, 600 S. Nova Picher. Free-will offering will be 13th annual Blue Mass: Monday, Plaza Hotel, 9700 International Drive, Road, Winter Park. Open to Road, Ormond Beach. Hosted taken for Catholic Charities of those divorced, separated or by Knights of Columbus Council Sept. 29, 12:10 p.m., St. James Ca- Orlando. Join Bishop John Noonan Central Florida. 407-239-6600. considering either, Retrouvaille 8791. Buffet with complimentary thedral, 215 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. for this annual fundraising event for is a diocesan program for “Links for Health” golf beer and wine, followed by bingo, Celebrated by Bishop John Noonan, Bishop Grady Villas, a residence for struggling marriages with fundraiser: Saturday, Nov. 1, raffle and door prizes. Tickets: the Blue Mass is to pray for the men adults with disabilities. Includes live the focus on meaningful 8:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Kissimmee Bay $12 in advance; $15 at the door. and women in law enforcement, fire/ and silent auctions, live entertainment Reserved group seating available. communication. Not group Country Club, 2801 Kissimmee rescue, and public safety who serve and dancing, and gourmet dinner. Bay Blvd., Kissimmee. Benefits St. 386-672-5272. therapy or counseling. throughout Central Florida. Reception Father John McCormick will receive Thomas Aquinas Medical Clinic. Living with mental illness: Registration required. follows in the parish center. Blue Mass the 2014 Lifetime Legacy Award, and Information and registration: Scramble tournament includes Tuesday, Oct. 7, 9 a.m.-noon, St. raffle, auction, lunch and awards Margaret Mary Parish family life coincides with feast day of St. Michael representatives from Rosen Plaza Ho- 352-274-4614 or www. the Archangel, patron saint of public tel will receive the Community Service retrouvaille.org. All calls strictly following play. Cost: $60 per center, 526 Park Ave. N., Winter confidential. player. Sponsorships available Park. “Bridges to Hope, Living safety personnel. Award. For information and tickets, from $100-$2,000. Register With Mental Illness,” presented visit www.bishopgradyvillas.org. Infant baptism workshop: 11th annual Harvest Ball Gala: online: www.cflcc.org/welcome, by the National Alliance on Saturday, Sept. 27, 8:30 a.m.- Saturday, Oct. 11, 6-10:30 p.m., Rosen click on events, St. Thomas Links Mental Illness. Offers advice on 12:30 p.m., Holy Redeemer Parish, for Health. Contact Kelly Bender, how to create a welcoming and 1603 N. Thacker Ave., Kissimmee. [email protected] or 407-325- supportive parish community for For parish baptism coordinators, 3006. families and individuals living with Dinh, [email protected], Springs. 407-463-5780 or email clergy, catechists and others. mental illness. Lunch provided. Following two general sessions, Youth for life rally: Saturday, 407-426-7771. [email protected]. Nov. 1, 5 p.m., Bishop Moore R.S.V.P. to Sharon@stmargaretmary. Catholic Charities of Bereavement support participants can attend one org. of three breakout sessions. Catholic High School, 3901 Central Florida seeks groups: Morning Star Catholic School Presenters: Father Timothy LaBo, Edgewater Drive, Orlando. volunteers for the following • Wednesdays, Sept. 17- “Angel Walk”: Saturday, Oct. pastor; Isabel Caridad Fernandez, High school youths, parents and programs. If interested, contact Oct. 29, 10 a.m., St. Paul Parish adult ministry team leaders are 18, Bishop Moore Catholic High director of faith formation, Holy Flavia Cavalcante, 407-658-1818, Family Enrichment Center, invited to a free celebration of School stadium, 3901 Edgewater Redeemer; and Valeta Orlando, ext. 2026; Flavia.Cavalcante@ Room 224, 1330 Sunshine Ave., life. Speakers, including speaker Drive, Orlando. In its sixth year, manager, Adult Ministry, Diocese cflcc.org. Leesburg. Open to parishioners. and musician Steve Angrizano, walk benefits students with special of Orlando. Free, but registration • Semoran food pantry Faith-sharing group provides activities, and Mass. Contact needs at Morning Star Catholic required. 407-246-4911. volunteers: 1771 N. Semoran comfort through prayer, Office of Advocacy and Justice, School. Kathy Harding, 407-985- Blvd., Orlando, Monday-Friday, Scripture, fellowship. To Helpers Mass and rosary 407-246-4820, advocacyjustice@ 4684. procession: Saturday, Oct. 4, 9 9 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1 p.m.-3:30 register, call Theresa Sheneman, orlandodiocese.org. “Festival of Baskets”: a.m., Holy Redeemer Parish, 1603 p.m. to help us sort, pack, stock 352-787-6210. Sunday, Oct. 19, St. Jude Maronite N. Thacker Ave., Kissimmee. Pray “Empty Bowls Gala”: and distribute food to those in Parish, 5555 Dr. Phillips Blvd., • Mondays, Oct. 13-Nov. for the unborn, healing for the Saturday, Nov. 15, 6 p.m., Polk need. Must be 16 or older. Orlando. Doors open at 1 p.m. 17, 7-8:30 p.m., St. Margaret mothers and fathers, and the State College 3425 Winter Lake Advance entrance tickets: $10. • Emergency family Mary Parish Family Life Center, conversion of staff and doctors. Road, Lakeland. Features live Food available for purchase. 407 assistance clerical volunteers to 526 Park Ave. N., Winter Mass begins at 9 a.m., followed and silent auctions of ceramic assist 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in Orlando, bowls painted and signed by 363-7405. Park. Six-week faith-based by a rosary procession to a Kissimmee, Poinciana and national and local celebrities. “Shroud Encounter”: Sunday, bereavement support group, nearby abortion clinic. Contact Winter Garden. with facilitator Sally Kopke of Office of Advocacy and Justice, Benefits Catholic Charities of Oct. 19, 2 p.m., St. Timothy Parish, Central Florida’s Agape Food 1351 Paige Place, Lady Lake. A • Refugee youth mentor: VITAS Innovative Hospice Care, advocacyjustice@orlandodiocese. Volunteers help refugee will explore life after the death org. Bank. Tickets: $75 each or big-screen experience and in-depth $500 for a table of eight. Visit exploration into the mysteries of children learn to speak English of a loved one. Different topic International Catholic www.cflcc.org/emptybowls for the Shroud of Turin. International and learn American culture; each week. To register, contact Stewardship conference: information, sample bowls, and speaker and researcher Russ one-two hours weekly, flexible Sharon, 407-998-5660, sharon@ Sunday, Oct. 5-Wednesday, Oct. online registration. Register Breault takes the audience through schedule. Must be 21 or older. stmargaretmary.org. 8, Buena Vista Palace Hotel, online: www.cflcc.org/welcome, early Church history, ancient art, • Blessed Trinity Parish, 1900 E.Buena Vista Drive, Lake click on events, Empty Bowls. modern science and medical Building L, 5 S.E. 17th St., Buena Vista. Provides multiple Contact Brenda Reddout, Brenda. forensics surrounding the shroud. SUPPORT Ocala, multiple groups; and opportunities to share ideas, [email protected]. first Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m., build relationships, and discuss MINISTRIES/ Compassionate Friends, best practices for promoting a RETREATS/DAYS PEER GROUPS Ocala chapter, for bereaved lifelong commitment to Christian COMMUNITY families who have experienced stewardship. Forty different OF REFLECTION Separated and divorced: the death of a child. Peggy breakout sessions geared EVENTS McClaskey, 352-694-2978. specifically to parishes cover Hermitage retreat: Thursday, • Mondays, 7:30 p.m., Holy Redeemer Parish, 1603 N. • First Thursdays, 6:30- themes ranging from e-giving Catholic Charismatic Nov. 13-Sunday, Nov. 16, San Thacker, Kissimmee. Sylvester, to evangelization. Cost: $599 Conference: Friday, Sept. Pedro Spiritual Development 8 p.m., St. Stephen Parish 407-406-0707. per person. To register online: 26-Sunday, Sept. 28, Buena Center, 2400 Dike Road, Winter Enrichment Center 1, Room www.catholicstewardship.org. Vista Palace Hotel, 1900 Buena Park. Quiet prayer, shared meals, • Catholic Divorce Survival 103, 575 Tuskawilla Road, Questions: Marta Sweeney, Vista Drive, Lake Buena Vista. reflection. Led by Franciscan Father Guide, Tuesdays beginning Winter Springs. For anyone who Catholic Foundation of Central Theme: “I came to give you life, Vianney Cunningham, and Jeanne Aug. 26, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Cost: has lost a loved one, spouse, Florida, [email protected], and in abundance” (Jn 10:10). and Tony Walters. Limited to $30, scholarships available; first parent, child or sibling. 407- 407-246-4840. Features general conference, eight participants. 407-671-6322, Fridays, Mass and dinner, social; 699-5683. “Soup Bowl” supper: young adult track, music and [email protected], www. St. Margaret Mary Parish, 526 • Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m., Saturday, Oct. 25, 7-9 p.m., St. Eucharistic Adoration. Cost: $104 sanpedrocenter.org. Park Ave. N., Winter Park. Lori St. Mary Magdalen Parish life Mary Magdalen Parish, 861 per night, up to four people. For Reinneck, lori@stmargaretmary. center, Mother Teresa Room, Maitland Ave., Altamonte information, 1-866-397-6516. org, 407-645-0284. 861 Maitland Ave., Altamonte Springs. Fundraiser to support Visit www.orlandocharismatic. VOLUNTEERS Families with incarcerated Springs. Rosemary Kazyk, 407- Pathways to Care in providing a net. loved ones: 831-1212. safe place to heal for homeless Taizé prayer: Tuesday, Sept. NEEDED • Third Saturdays, 8:45 a.m., • Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Our men and women recovering from 23, 7:30 p.m., San Pedro Spiritual Catholic Volunteers in Florida St. Mary Magdalen Parish, Lady of Lourdes Parish, 201 serious illness and injury. Emceed Development Center, 2400 Dike is taking applications for several Mother Teresa Room, 861 University Blvd., Daytona Beach, by Ellis Feaster, Z 88.3 Morning Road, Winter Park. An evening of volunteer position openings Maitland Ave., Altamonte Pat Beeman, 386-788-7128. Show host. Includes array of contemplative prayer and music. for upcoming program year, gourmet soups from local 407-671-6322. July 2015-June 2016. Applicants restaurants and celebrity chefs, Catholic Medical Association should have college degree live entertainment, and live and educational conference: Sept. and heart for serving following silent auctions. Keynote speaker: 25-27, Loews Portofino Bay Hotel positions and/or populations: John Hillenmeyer, chairman of at Universal Orlando. Open to adults and children with the Central Florida Commission medical professionals, students, developmental disabilities; on Homelessness and former CEO clergy and laity. 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PALM BEACH GARDENS | Bishop Ger- ald M. Barbarito ordained Frank Alexander Bandy, John Howard Collins and Wayne E. Topper to the permanent diaconate Sept. 6 in a joyful ceremony at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola. The men join 97 perma- nent deacons who are living and assisting in various ways throughout the diocese. “My brothers, Frank, John and Wayne, it is a great joy for me to be with you, your wives, your families and all gathered here at St. Ignatius Cathedral on this signifi- cant day,” said Bishop Barbarito. “It is also a great joy to be with my brother priests and deacons gathered for this occasion on which these three men will receive the sacrament of holy orders and be ordained as deacons for the services of the Diocese of Palm Beach. They will become part of an outstanding fraternity of deacons in Palm Beach who give themselves to the service of the Church in a wonderful manner. As they receive the sacrament of holy orders, they will also be joined more closely to the priests as they assist them in the ministry of Jesus Christ.” The permanent deacon formation pro- gram, which Bishop Barbarito said was one From left, Deacons Frank Bandy, John Collins and Wayne Topper pray during their ordination to the permanent diaconate Sept. of “the very best programs … within the 6 at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola. (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) country,” began in 2002. Forty-five men have graduated from the program, been ordained and are now serving the local Church. Meet the new permanent deacons of the diocese The newest deacons will all be serving in the Cathedral Deanery. Deacon Bandy is Deacon Wayne E. Topper Deacon John Deacon Frank a resident of Palm Beach Gardens and has Deacon Topper, a resident of Palm Howard Collins Alexander Bandy been a parishioner of St. Paul of the Cross Beach Gardens, was born in Pittsburgh, Deacon Collins is a native of Silver Deacon Bandy is a New York City na- for 23 years. He and Julie, his wife of 36 and grew up and spent his early school Creek, N.Y., a small village on Lake Erie, tive. He married Julie Geary Bandy 36 years, have three children. Deacon Collins years in Canton, Ohio. He moved to 40 miles south of Buffalo. He has two years ago. They are residents of Palm is a parishioner of St. Peter in Jupiter. He South Florida older sisters. Beach Gardens and his wife, Judy, are celebrating 10 years with his family He resides in and parishioners of marriage and have four children. Deacon in 1968. Jupiter with his of St. Paul of the Topper, a resident of Palm Beach Gardens, He has been wife, Judy, and Cross since mov- has been a parishioner of St. Clare in North a member of they are mem- ing to the area 23 Palm Beach since 1977. He and his wife, St. Clare Parish bers of St. Peter years ago. They Nancy, have four children. in North Palm Parish in Jupi- have three chil- As deacons, the men can baptize, wit- Beach since ter. They were dren, Kevin, Mea- ness marriages, perform funeral and burial 1977, where he, both previously gan and Nick, and services outside of Mass, distribute Com- his wife, Nancy, married, but lost five grandchil- munion and preach the homily. They are and their chil- their spouses dren. obligated to pray the Liturgy of the Hours dren have been to death. They He is a busi- or the psalms and scriptural readings from involved in par- are celebrating ness owner since the Old and New Testament every day. ish life. He and 10 years of mar- 1980 and works in “It has been a labor of love,” said Dea- his wife were riage and have sales. After a great con Topper with a big smile about his more married at St. Clare 42 years ago, and four grown children between them: deal of prayer and discernment, he began than five years of discernment, study and children Eric, 39, Kevin, 37, Colleen, 31, Joshua, Matthew, Kim and Paul. The studies in 2010 as a deacon candidate. “I work as part of the formation process. “It and Adam, 20, graduated from St. Clare Collins family also includes six grand- was ready to start the program, and the

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DEACONS From 1 has been a long journey. I am ex- cited.” In his homily, Bishop Barbari- to spoke about great model dea- cons, who became saints of the Church. He reminded the men being ordained and all those gathered that everyone is called to live as the model saints and walk in the steps of Jesus Christ. “You are called to the same holiness of life as they were,” he said. “You are also called to the vocation of the diaconate as they were. Always grow in the heart and love of Jesus Christ and you Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito lays hands on Deacon Frank Bandy during will know what the meaning of the diaconate ordination Sept. 6. your vocation is all about. He will never let you down.” Laurel O’Donovan of Palm Beach Gardens arrived to the or- dination early and sat in a front pew in silent prayer and reflec- tion. She came in support of Dea- con Bandy and his family. “I have known him and his wife for a long time,” she said. “Frank is a won- derful man. He is very holy.” All are encouraged to continue to pray for the three new deacons as they continue to journey in the service to the Church and God’s people. “I am excited, a little overwhelmed and joyful,” said Deacon Bandy. “I am happy to be with all my brothers (deacons). It is nice to see them. It is a great ca- maraderie.” n Deacons of the Diocese of Palm Beach form a line and one by one Family members of Deacons Frank Bandy, John Collins and Wayne Bishop Barbarito’s homily is on congratulate Deacons Frank Bandy, John Collins and Wayne Topper, Topper applaud as they witness the men receiving holy orders and Page 3. the diocese’s newest deacons. (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) becoming permanent deacons of the Church.

COLLINS BANDY by his deep faith, enjoyed serv- TOPPER path to the diaconate, Deacon Top- ing with Father Art this year as an From 1 per said that he had several from St. From 1 From 1 acolyte, and look forward to sharing Clare Parish including Father Wil- many years of service with him in liam O’Shea, pastor, Father David children and two great-grandchil- and the program was ready for me,” the parish of St. Paul’s in the future. School, where Nancy Topper serves Downey, parochial vicar, and Dea- dren. he said. “In hindsight, I must say “I also need to mention the pa- as assistant principal. Deacon Top- con Al Wesley. He also mentioned Deacon Collins is a retired sys- that I had plenty of time to change rishioners of St. Paul of the Cross, per’s business, Central Vacuum Deacon Joe Pollack of St. Patrick tems developer and consultant. my mind, but it seems that the Good who have all been incredibly loving Connection, is located in Jupiter. Parish in Palm Beach Gardens and He entered the diocesan diaconate Lord had other plans for me.” and supportive all along the way,” He enrolled and was accepted Passionist Father Paul Wierichs, di- program in 2009. “What I found Deacon Bandy enjoyed time at he continued. “Through their en- into the diocesan permanent dia- rector of Our Lady of Florida Spiri- most enjoyable about formation St. Vincent de Paul Regional Semi- couragement, I came to realize that conate program May of 2009. For tual Center, who is his spiritual ad- was the camaraderie with the oth- nary in Boynton Beach. “Each ordination is a rite that is far larger the past five years, he has attended viser. er men, sharing a common love of weekend was like going on a retreat than any individual achievement; classes at St. Vincent de Paul Re- He commented that his great- the Lord and wanting to serve,” he — reflective, peaceful, wonder- it is the culmination of the efforts of gional Seminary in Boynton Beach est support throughout his journey said. When asked about any chal- ful fellowship with my brothers as the entire congregation, the body of as part of the formation process. He was his wife, explaining that “with- lenges, he said, “What I found most well as numerous sisters who are Christ.” said, “Employing the fruits of study out the support of our wives and difficult was absorbing or digest- auditing the program and all of the Deacon Bandy shared thoughts in practical applications has been families none of us would be able ing the knowledge provided for us. clergy and staff,” he said. “It was just about what he hopes to achieve as both worthwhile and motivating. to reach our goals in the diaconate There was so much to learn and a beautiful experience in faith, with a new clergy member of the Dio- The quality of education provided ministry.” such a short time to learn it in.” each week being another step on cese of Palm Beach. “For the fu- by the seminary and the superior As he walks on his new journey, He explained that his family the faith journey of formation.” ture, my hope is to inspire those capabilities of the professors have he looks forward to “helping the provided great support as he con- He said his greatest supporter in my parish in word and in deed built a sense of confidence needed many people that God will guide tinued his journey over the past is his wife. “Without her inspira- to become leaders in our efforts to to enter into the new life of ministry to him,” he said. He added that he five years toward becoming a dea- tion, love, wisdom and guidance, I reach out to those in need in our as a deacon.” “hopes to bring them all to a closer con. “My greatest supporter along wouldn’t have become a Catholic let community — the homeless, the When asked about his greatest personal relationship with God and with the Lord is my wife, Judy,” he alone gone into the diaconate pro- hungry, the ill, the immigrant, the supporters as he journeyed on his the salvation of Jesus Christ.” n said. He is thankful to her and all gram,” he said. “I also need to give unempowered, the incarcerated,” those involved in the diocese’s for- credit to my pastor, Father Art Vene- he said. “St. Paul’s is a vibrant, in- mation program. zia. He saw something in me that I volved parish with many active FloridaCatholic When asked about any goals did not see in myself. He encour- ministries engaged in spreading as a new deacon, he said that he aged Julie and me to prayerfully God’s love in many of these areas hopes to “serve in a way that will consider serving the Lord through of need. I hope to continue this ef- In print. Or digital. help spread the good news with the diaconate, and constantly sup- fort and introduce some new ini- the humility that is expected of ported us during our struggles in tiatives in those areas where we www.thefloridacatholic.org me.” n discernment. I have been inspired are not currently engaged.” n 3 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 12-25, 2014 Take up the heart of Christ

Homily delivered at the diaconate must shepherd the Lord’s flock BISHOP BARBARITO’S SCHEDULE ordination Sept. 6, Cathedral with love. It is useless if it is not of St. Ignatius Loyola done with love. And in this sense, Sept. 12 — 10:30 a.m., Mass, Respect Life Conference, St. Patrick the ministers who are chosen and opening of school year, John Carroll Parish, Palm Beach Gardens. Florida My brothers, Frank, John and consecrated for the service extend High School, Fort Pierce; noon, Meet- Sept. 21 — noon, Mass/lunch, reli- Wayne, it is a great joy for me to Jesus’ presence in time, if they do ing/lunch, Northern Deanery priests, gious fall gathering, St. Edward Parish, Catholic be with you, your wives, your so by the power of the Holy Spirit, St. Helen Parish, Vero Beach. Palm Beach. Sept. 13 — 4:30 p.m., Mass/pas- DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH families and all gathered here at in God’s name and with love.” Sept. 25 – 11 a.m., Meeting, St. Ignatius Cathedral on this sig- My brothers, you are to shep- tor installation of Father Yves François, board of trustees, St. John Vianney Vol. 75, No. 21 nificant day. It is also a great joy herd God’s flock according to the Sacred Heart Parish, Okeechobee. College Seminary, Miami. to be with my brother priests and heart of Jesus himself. You join Sept. 14 — noon, Mass/pastor Sept. 26 — 9 a.m., Meeting, 9995 North Military Trail deacons gathered for this occasion me, as the bishop, with all of my installation of Father Ducasse François, board of trustees, St. Vincent de Paul Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 on which these three men will re- brother priests and deacons in an St. Juliana Parish, West Palm Beach. 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LINDA REEVES FYI Broward County. He is active in the of the Florida Catholic staff Church and has taken part in sev- Hispanic respect life confer- eral ministries in the Archdiocese PALM BEACH GARDENS | A ence: Sept. 20, 8 a.m.-5 p.m., St. of Miami and the Diocese of Palm diocesewide gathering of Hispan- Patrick Parish, 13591 Prosperity Beach, including Cursillo de Cris- ic Catholics is planned here this Farms Road, Palm Beach Gardens. tiandad. Other speakers include month, and organizers hope to Registration followed by 9 a.m. representatives from the natural educate, motivate and spread the Mass with Bishop Gerald M. family planning ministry of the Barbarito, main celebrant. Speakers, word about the pro-life movement diocesan Office of Marriage and continental breakfast and lunch. and ministries. Cost: $25. Contact 561-360-3330 Family Life, and members of the “We were asked by our Hispanic or 561-966-8580, or email Rachel’s Vineyard post-abortion Rachel’s Vineyard post-abortion [email protected]. Also healing team. Elena Muller Garcia healing team to provide this con- visit www.catholiccharitiespb.org. of Catholic Charities Social Min- ference to the growing Hispanic istry and Catholic Relief Services population in our diocese,” said will also discuss matters pertain- Don Kazimir, program director where he earned a master’s de- ing to the end of life. of Catholic Charities Respect Life gree. He also studied at the Al- “One area of great concern is the Office. “It is an outreach by the Re- phonsian Academy, a pontifical effort by Planned Parenthood to spect Life Office and all the presen- institution of higher education influence our youths in a negative Students Brianna Armstrong and Kaitlyn Armstrong of St. Joan of tations will be in Spanish. Hopeful- in Rome, where he received a way by encouraging promiscuity Arc School in Boca Raton speak to Caroline Roberts, the school’s ly it will result in a great help in our license in moral theology. Since and of course in providing abor- new principal. (COURTESY) efforts to end abortion in Florida.” 1993, he has worked for Human tions,” said Kazimir when asked The one-day conference will be Life International’s Hispanic Divi- about topics of discussions. “These held at St. Patrick Parish in Palm sion, Miami-based Vida Humana issues will be well covered.” Beach Gardens and will begin with Internacional (VHI), as director The event will include a break- registration followed by a 9 a.m. of Hispanic education and re- fast and hot lunch. Organizers are New principal celebration of Mass. Bishop Gerald search. In that capacity, he is the hoping to spread the word and get M. Barbarito is main celebrant. host of two weekly Spanish radio the attention of some of the more The event will include presenta- programs: one live though Mother than 300,000 Hispanic people liv- named at St. Joan tions by some impressive speak- Angelica’s World Catholic Radio ing in the Diocese of Palm Beach, ers, such as Adolfo Castañeda, and the other one prerecorded 30,000 of whom are Catholic, ac- director of education for Hispanic through Radio Peace of the Arch- cording to the diocesan Hispanic LINDA REEVES ers from Rutgers University in outreach for Human Life Interna- diocese of Miami. Castañeda is Ministry Office. of the Florida Catholic staff New Jersey and a specialist’s tional. He will speak on “The Evils also the author of books, articles “The purpose is to educate and degree in educational leader- of Planned Parenthood.” and reports. inspire Spanish-speaking people BOCA RATON | The dio- ship (specialization in cur- Castañeda studied theology Also speaking is Dr. Francisco on the life issues,” said Donna cese’s newest principal is gain- riculum and instruction) from at St. Vincent de Paul Regional Briones, gynecologist and surgeon Gardener, coordinator of Rachel’s ing good grades and praises Florida Atlantic University in Seminary in Boynton Beach at Memorial Regional Hospital in Vineyard Ministry. n from fellow educators. Boca Raton. Caroline Roberts takes the During her career, she has helm at St. Joan of Arc School in served Catholic elementary Boca Raton, replacing Sister El- schools for 20 years. For a total A Night of Worship len Murphy who stepped down of 13 years, she took on the role after serving the school for 40 of vice principal and interim years. Sister Murphy, who will principal on three different oc- take on new responsibilities casions at St. Jerome School in Audrey AssAd with her Sisters of Mercy re- Fort Lauderdale. ligious community, told the Roberts and her husband, Florida Catholic, “I will miss Andrew, have two children, the children.” Alessandra and Blake, who are Msgr. Michael McGraw, attending St. Joan of Arc School pastor of St. Joan of Arc, said this year. Roberts was the “unanimous “I believe she is a person who choice” of the principal search will exemplify what it means committee. to be a Catholic educator,” said “Throughout the search pro- Gary Gelo, diocesan school su- cess, we were concerned with perintendent. “She gives care- TOur issues of continuity and also ful consideration to options responsiveness to the demands before her and then moves of the rapidly changing char- forward decisively once the re- acteristics of elementary edu- search is complete. Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery cation,” he said. “We sought to “The results at her previ- Please join us for a powerful evening of praise with Audrey find a leader who could build ous school included enhanced upon the present strengths of technology initiatives in the SUN., NoV. 16 Assad, acclaimed Catholic musical artist. Her recent “Death, Be our school and also lead us with classrooms and outstanding At 7 P.m. Not Proud” album beautifully reflects our message as a Catholic experience and confidence into co-curricular options for stu- Cemetery, that Jesus Christ has conquered sin and death. the future.” dents after school,” he contin- Roberts earned a bachelor’s ued. “She is a proven leader $15 in advance • $18 at the door • $28 VIP degree in education and a bach- who will work closely with the elor’s degree in political science faculty and staff to continue Go to ourqueen.org/events to be directed to our ticket purchasing site. from Villanova University in to provide an exceptional aca- 10941 Southern Blvd., r oyal Palm Beach 33411 • 561-793-0711 Pennsylvania. She also has a demic program grounded in

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LINDA REEVES lic identity. “I believe that these fore all contests,” McElwee said. of the Florida Catholic staff programs will assist our schools “If we have someone injured, we toward our goal of ‘Faith Inspir- pray. Sportsmanship is a big part STUART | Catholic schools ing Excellence,’” he said. of our program.” officially opened Aug. 18, and during the first weeks of classes C atholic identity R esources for communities celebrated open- While Catholic identity is al- families ing Masses that included special ways a priority here in diocesan Gelo said another new ap- blessings and prayers for a suc- schools, new steps could help proach is reaching out to fami- cessful school year, all in keep- school communities more deep- lies as a way to grow Catholic ing with the Office of Education’s ly convey, spread and pass on the identity even more throughout 2014-2015 theme: “Faith Inspiring faith to students. The diocese the school communities. This Excellence.” is featuring a weekly faith for- month, elementary school fam- Father Noel McGrath, pastor mation program called “Going ilies will be offered access to of St. Joseph Parish and School, Deeper” for educators. The on- “Catholic Identity Links,” an on- celebrated the first school Mass of line faith enrichment program line program developed by Sad- the 2014-2015 year Aug. 20. Teach- is developed by Jonathan Doyle, lier Publishing Company. The ers and students helped organize author, speaker, former teacher goal is for families with children and take part in the Mass as lec- and founder of BeingCatholic, in kindergarten through eighth tors, ushers and servers. Parishio- a website offering development grade to focus on lessons about ners, parents and supporters were support to Catholic teachers and virtues and good values. The invited to attend. Youngsters walk to St. Joseph Church for the first school Mass of the leaders. The program features a links include messages, Scrip- Father McGrath asked all who year. (LINDA REEVES | FC) short video, Scripture reflection ture references and prayers. were happy to be back at school and discussion sheets. A third initiative is aimed at to raise their hands. “Teachers are Newman High School in West they were last year in keeping Mary Preston, principal of older students. The e-Edition of happy. Parents are very happy. It Palm Beach completed a half- with the diocese’s advancement St. Joseph School, believes the the Florida Catholic will be avail- is nice to be with you in church. million dollar project putting in project, “Strategic Vision 2020 — program will build on Catholic able to middle and high school re- Everyone is always welcome in Je- an elevator and a walkway — the Charting a Course for Excellence” identity in her facility, some- ligion classrooms, Gelo said. The sus’ house,” he said. “Stockard Bridge to the Future” — that was put in place last year and thing that she believes already online edition, which includes all which links two classroom build- moves forward over the next six flourishes throughout and is three editions of the Florida Cath- Pre pared for ings together. years. enhanced through her model olic (from the dioceses of Palm new year Some dedicated educators “The start of a school year is teachers. Beach, Orlando and Venice), can More than 6,200 students and used vacation time to attend always an exciting time in our “My teachers are wonderful. be read on computers, tablets, nearly 390 full-time educators, seminars, workshops, classes and Catholic schools,” he added. “One of our big focuses is for the smartphones and other electronic and 60 aides and part-time teach- spiritual retreats. Corey Heroux The concept of the 2020 vi- faculty to do more in the area of devices with an Internet connec- ers were welcomed back as the di- of John Carroll High School and sion is to strengthen Catholic faith formation,” she said. “This tion and browser capability. ocese’s Catholic schools opened. Anita Guilherme of Sacred Heart schools, making them more (program) fits exactly into what With the help of generous Several schools implemented School, candidates for future ad- academically outstanding, fi- our vision is. It fits into our plan. sponsors, the edition will be pro- remodeling, refurbishing and ministrators for the diocese, at- nancially sustainable, vibrant We do it for the children.” vided to middle and high school additions, making building and tended classes at the University and Christ-centered one step at Mark McElwee, St. Joseph’s students and religion teachers, ground improvements and open- of Notre Dame that were part of a time. As part of the vision last athletic director, said Catholic who can use the Catholic news ings even more special. the Mary Ann Remick Leadership year, technology was a main identity is strong at the school. items, stories and lessons from St. Vincent Ferrer in Delray Program there. focus. Schools upgraded to Inside and out and all around the newspaper in classes and as Beach created new space for the wireless communications, and the grounds, classrooms and part of discussions. growing enrollment, and St. Hel- Strategic Vision 2020 added modern equipment for hallways are decorated with “I am so excited to be able to of- en in Vero Beach added a new Gary Gelo, diocesan superin- innovative teaching and learn- statues, and posters and ban- fer the e-Edition to the schools,” kindergarten classroom and re- tendent, said new programs con- ing. Classrooms now have smart ners with spiritual slogans. The said Pat Spencer, business man- furbished a science lab. Cardinal tinue to be launched this year as boards, computers and tablets. school organizes numerous cel- ager of the Florida Catholic, which Both teachers and students are ebrations, programs and service is owned by the Catholic bishops well equipped with modern in- events during the year linked of Florida. “I hope the schools use novations for better teaching to living the Catholic faith, and and promote it.” and learning opportunities. prayer is part of activities. Stu- This year, the focus is mainly dent athletes are required to rep- M oving forward on the area of Catholic identity. resent Christian models on and As the strategic vision plans Gelo said there are three initia- off the field. move forward, enhancements, re- tives to enhance schools’ Catho- “We begin with a prayer be- views, evaluations and implemen- tations continue with children and their full spiritual, intellectual and APPOINTMENTS physical formation in mind. Edu- cators are enthusiastic. Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito an- Rubino from parochial vicars, St. Lucie Vikki Delgado, principal of St. nounces the following appointments: Parish, Port St. Lucie, to new assign- ments from their order. Vincent Ferrer, said new modular Effective Aug. 1: buildings were installed last year Salesian Father John DiFiore to Father Paul Gabriel to parochial to handle an increase in enroll- vicar, St. Lucie Parish. parochial vicar, St. Philip Benizi Parish, ment that continues to grow. The Belle Glade. Father Jose Guadalupe Matus to school had to create even more Effective Sept. 1: parochial vicar, St. Lucie Parish. space this summer. Scalabrinian Father Horacio Franciscan Father Richard Florek “It is a good problem,” said Del- Carlos Anklan from pastor, Our Lady from pastor, St. Mark Parish, Boynton gado, happy to serve the children Queen of Peace, Delray Beach, to a new Beach, to a new assignment from his and parents of the area. “We have assignment from his order. order. 44 new students. It is great to help Scalabrinian Father Mark Esco- Franciscan Father Daniel Fink to more children form in faith.” n bar to parochial administrator, Our Lady pastor, St. Mark Parish.

31671-0912 Queen of Peace Parish. Franciscan Father Curt Kreml and For details about “Strategic Vision Franciscan Father Michael En- Franciscan Father Antone Kandrac 2020 — Charting a Course for Ex- glert and Franciscan Father Vincent to residence at the Franciscan friary. cellence,” visit www.diocesepb.org/ StrategicVision. Sept. 12-25, 2014 The Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY 6

Obituary Father Robert Reagan, priest, veteran, dies Father Robert V. Reagan Jr., 68, in business administration from Cross, National Defense Service the 1980 Olympic Winter Games here in 2013. He served as a chap- a priest of the Diocese of Portland, the University of Maine School of Medal and Presidential Unit Cita- in Lake Placid, N.Y. lain for the Palm Beach County Maine, who was ordained in 2004 Business in 1985. He also received tion. Father Reagan was among 89 After leaving the Air Force, he Sheriff’s Department and assisted for the Orlando Diocese, died Aug. a master’s degree in theology and Maine military veterans featured went back to Maine and spent 14 at St. Matthew Parish in Lantana. 16. Affectionately called “Father theological studies from St. Vin- in the book “Quiet Courage: Sto- years at Maine Maritime Acad- In a letter to the Catholic com- Rob,” he was a disabled Vietnam cent de Paul Regional Seminary ries of the Unselfish Dedication of emy as an attorney and personnel munity, the Palm Beach County War veteran who lived in Lake in Boynton Beach. Maine Veterans.” director. He also taught manage- Sheriff’s Office noted that “the Worth since 2013 and had been ill Father Reagan served in the While attending law school, ment courses. In Maine, Father outpouring of emails from his fel- for some time. U.S. Air Force from 1970 to 1975. he served as a member of the Air Reagan served the Greenville low chaplains on the announce- He was born Feb. 25, 1947, to He was a captain and served as Force Reserve, and returned to community as chaplain of the po- ment of his passing is testimony to Eileen and Robert V. Reagan and a navigator on B-52 aircraft. His active duty. He served from 1979 lice and fire departments and Ce- how well liked and respected he graduated from the University of accomplishments earned him to 1983 in the Air Force Judge Ad- cil R. Cole Post 94 of the American was.” The letter also called him a New Hampshire in 1969 with a numerous military decorations vocate General Office where he Legion. “humble hero” and “a man of great bachelor’s in English literature. including the Air Medal, Meri- served as Chief of Military Justice Despite his disabilities, he con- spirit with a huge heart.” He received a Juris Doctorate from torious Service Medal, Combat at Plattsburgh Air Force Base in tinued his service to the Catholic A memorial Mass was celebrat- the Indiana University School of Readiness Medal, Vietnam Ser- New York, and served on the Fed- Church and community in the Di- ed at St. Matthew Aug. 25. Funeral Law in 1978, and a master’s degree vice Medal, Vietnam Gallantry eral Anti-Terrorist Task Force for ocese of Palm Beach after coming and burial took place in Maine.

October event set for special families Seventh Annual Birthline/Lifeline LINDA REEVES FYI Representatives from the of Catholic Charities Diocese of Palm Beach of the Florida Catholic Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Fun fair for special-needs will also be on hand with a fire BOCA RATON | As the grand- families: Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., truck. Progressive Paws, a non- mother of two grandchildren Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 22094 profit organization that uses li- with autism, Patricia Pennica, a Lyons Road, Boca Raton. Sponsored censed therapy pets and service parishioner of Holy Name of Je- by the diocesan Office of Catecheti- dogs to help children who need sus and an office assistant at the cal Leadership and Youth/Young help with developmental prog- Adult Ministry Formation. Arts and Walk-a-thon diocesan Pastoral Center, is no ress, will be there. Members of stranger to the struggles faced crafts, Palm Beach County Mounted the Knights of Columbus Coun- Sheriff Unit presentation, fire truck, by families with children requir- cil 11241 will provide food and Saturday, OCt. 4 petting zoo, cupcake and pumpkin ing special care and help. She is decorating, food and beverages. beverages. delighted about an upcoming Families are invited and encouraged Parents have the chance to event designed to reach out to to bring special-needs friends and meet and socialize with other families like hers. their families. All ages welcome. parents who go through daily “It is a day to get the children Reservation required by Oct. 10. challenges and have their own out there and involved,” she said 561-483-2440, ext. 1429. special needs. about the Oct. 18 fun fair for spe- Pennica will attend the fair cial-needs families. with her daughter, Nardine Wet- Our Lady of Lourdes Parish The fair at Our Lady of zel, granddaughter Kiersten, 12, in Boca Raton is hosting the fair Lourdes is a way to reach out to and grandson Peter, 4. that is sponsored by the diocesan special families and bring them “It is nice knowing they can go Office of Catechetical Leadership together for sharing, fellowship there, and we don’t have to worry and Youth/Young Adult Minis- and some fun. D’Annunzio is en- about their behavior,” Pennica try Formation. “We are bringing couraging everyone to come and explained about her grandchil- our special-needs families and bring a friend. “We will have the dren’s social, communications friends together,” said Rosemary Sheriff’s Office mounted unit, and behavioral issues caused D’Annunzio, who organized the arts and craft tables, a barbecue, by autism spectrum disorder. first fair last October. The event petting zoo, balloon art, pump- “There are not many opportuni- AN ANNUAL PRO-LIFE EVENT FOR FAMILIES, is open to people from around kin decorating and a craft table,” ties out there for special-needs SCHOOLS, AND YOUTH GROUPS! the diocese. D’Annunzio is direc- she explained. families.” n

tor of religious education at Our 31893-0912 Ask your family and friends to pledge $$$ Lady of Lourdes and is familiar to help our crisis pregnancy centers. with the medical, emotional or behavioral issues often faced by families with children with par- 5:30-6:30 p.m. — Vigil Mass ticular challenges. Our Lady of Lourdes Par- 6:30-7:30 p.m. — Walk-a-thon ish continues to reach out and — Awards and complimentary serve families with children 7:30-8:30 p.m. with physical limitations, offer- light supper for participants ing specially designed programs and activities over the years. The EVEnt LoCAtion: diocese provides ongoing assis- Emmanuel Catholic Church tance to parishes with special- “Pray the rosary with us as we walk around the Lake” needs children and families as well, providing help with cat- 15700 Military trail • Delray Beach, Florida echetical classroom programs, sacramental preparation, indi- vidual preparation and home- schooling. Diocesan events are 32210-0912 also planned throughout the year. 7 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 12-25, 2014

Newsbriefs Tribunal appointment made Father Albert Dello Russo was appointed Aug. 1 to serve as a judge in the Diocese of Palm Beach Tribunal Office after complet- ing studies at The Catholic University of A m e r i c a i n Very Rev. Canon Thomas Skindeleski, bottom row right, pastor of Washington, St. Vincent Ferrer, poses with the volunteers who joined him on a D.C., and earn- mission trip to Guatemala. (CouRTeSy) Father Albert ing a licentiate Dello Russo of canon law Faithful reach out school supplies, hygiene products academic sig- and medical items. Other gifts in- nature (JCL). Father Dello Russo is to Central America cluded rosary beads, holy cards,

32175-0912 a native of Boston who graduated Very Rev. Canon Thomas Skin- clothing, tools, and candy for the from the University of Massachu- deleski, pastor of St. Vincent Fer- children. The men worked during setts. He began a successful career rer Parish in Delray Beach, led a the nine-day trip on repairs and in business, but in 2003 began to group to Central America in July building projects at a clinic and at feel called to a greater purpose. as part of a mission trip to reach the Father Tom Moran Education He took a leave from the business out to the poor living in the jun- Center. Participants also visited world, became involved in parish gles of Guatemala. The priest has local villages, getting a glimpse service and ministry, then enrolled made visits to the area for more of the customs and culture of the at Ursuline College to begin studies than a decade to reach out to iso- people. Very Rev. Canon Skinde- and discernment with the Diocese lated people there. This year, 14 leski celebrated Mass in the vil- of Cleveland. With family living in men of various Florida Knights of lages, a special gift for the faithful Florida, he decided to apply to the Columbus councils joined him. there, seldom visited by a priest. vocations program in the Diocese The group brought much-need- For mission information, call 561- of Palm Beach. He was accepted ed items to distribute including 276-6892. in 2007 and was ordained Dec. 11, 2010. Father Dello Russo served as a parochial vicar at St. Joseph Parish Catholic Bishops. He gave pre- in Stuart until he began studies in Preparing for sentations on “Preparing and canon law June 1, 2012. He is in resi- disasters Responding to Disasters” at dence at St. Jude Parish in Tequesta four parishes in the diocese in and helps out there. He is available Over the past years, Catho- August as Hurricane Cristobal to pastors, priests and others for ca- lic Charities has continued to churned in the warm waters of nonical advice and counsel. prepare to better serve the area the Atlantic. “The idea is to be in case of an emergency. The prepared in order to help oth- Subscribe Today! agency invited pastors and rep- ers,” said Tischler as he began www.thefloridacatholic.org resentatives of parishes to the his talk at host parish St. Mark disaster relief and recovery in- in Boynton Beach Aug. 26. He 1-888-275-9953 formational presentation and explained that historically, training given by Gabe Tischler, “the Church is the place that Florida Catholic is published 26 times a year in print and online daily. emergency management special- people turn to receive help.” ist for the Florida Conference of Other presentations took place at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola in Palm Beach Gar- dens, St. Joseph in Stuart and St. John of the Cross in Vero All Saints Catholic School Beach. For more information 1759 Indian Creek Parkway • Jupiter, FL 33458 about disaster preparedness, call Lee Kurzen, Catholic Grade Range: PreK-8th | Denomination: Roman Catholic |Year Opened: 2003 Charities compliance admin- Number of Students: 465 | Tuition Range: $7,280-$9,200 istrator, at 561-360-3325 or email [email protected]. Highlights: Founded in 2003 and situated on a spacious campus, All Knights perform Saints Catholic School is the first inter-parochial school in the Diocese of Palm Beach educating students in Pre-Kindergarten through eighth grade. charitable work iPads for students will be implemented on a 1:1 ratio throughout the school This summer members of the beginning 2013-2014. The school is committed to developing responsible Knights of Columbus Santa Ma- citizens by promoting academic success and preparing students for high ria Council 4999 held a cloth- school and beyond. All Saints encourages students to open their hearts to ing drive for the poor. Generous the Lord, their minds to learning, and their talents Knights, family members and friends dropped off an array of toward service to others. gently used items, which were de- livered to Faith Center Church in Riviera Beach. Lahant Baptiste, Come change your pastor of Faith Center Church, which ministers to the local Hai- child’s future! tian community, accepted the 32137-0912 30850-0912 Please call the school for a private tour. clothing from Bill Faulhaber, past 561-748-8994 • www.allsaintsjupiter.org grand Knight. The clothes will be given to the poor of the area. Sept. 12-25, 2014 The Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY 8

9557. Father Tadeusz Pacholczyk of Great Saints of October,” led by adults ages 21 to 36 are invited to DIOCESAN EVENTS Diocesan School of Christian the National Catholic Bioethics Passionist Father Pat Daugherty. join “LIGHT: Living in God’s Holy Center; Tom Grenchik, executive Reservations required. Truth.” Father Brian Campbell, End-of-life seminar: Sept. 17, Formation: Classes and programs director of the USCCB’s Pro-Life 11 a.m.-1 p.m., St. Matthew Parish, in English and Spanish for adults • Silent weekend retreat: Oct. parochial vicar of St. Vincent Ferrer Secretariat; and Juan Melendez, 6090 Hypoluxo Road, Lake Worth. seeking to learn more about 31-Nov. 2. “Blessed are you,” led in Delray Beach, is director. Contact the 99th death row prisoner in Discussions on preplanning funeral the Catholic faith. Catechist by retreat team. Cost: $195.Deposit 561-276-6892, fatherbc@gmail. America released with evidence and cemetery arrangements, certification available. Next session and registration required. com. of innocence since 1973. Mass including legal documentations. begins October. Cost: $10 and fee • Day of reflection: Nov. 5, 10 Permanent diaconate Friday and Saturday. Registration Presenters from Our Lady Queen of for textbook. www.diocesepb.org/ a.m.-2:30 p.m. “I can do all things applications: Men interested in deadline: Oct. 9. 772-344-1611. Peace Catholic Cemetery, Tillman schools-of-christian-formation. through him who strengthens applying for the next diocesan Online registration: life.dosp.org. Funeral Home and Ron Crescenzo, 561-775-9544. me” (Phil 4:13), led by Passionist permanent deacon formation attorney. Light lunch served. 561- Catholic Charities: Presentation on life issues: Father Paul Wierichs. Cost: $30. program are encouraged to speak 793-0711. • Hispanic respect life Oct. 25, St. Martin de Porres Reservations required. to pastors for permission and Parish, 2555 N.E. Savanna Road, 7th annual Charismatic conference: Sept. 20, 8 a.m., St. • Depression recovery: Nov. support. Visit www.diocesepb.org/ Jensen Beach. Presenter: Father Haitian Renewal Convention: Patrick Parish, 13591 Prosperity 14-16. “We live in hope,” led by diaconate for program application Tadeusz Pacholczyk, director of Sept. 19, 5:30-10 p.m.; Sept. 20, Farms Road, Palm Beach Gardens. Passionist Father John Powers. and information. 561-775-9540. the National Catholic Bioethics 8:30 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; and Sept. 21, Registration followed by 9 Cost: $225. Registration and Center. Topic: Care and treatment Birthline/Lifeline: Catholic 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., St. Vincent a.m. Mass with main celebrant deposit required. decisions for compromised patients Charities ministry serving women Ferrer Parish, 840 George Bush Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito. or patients at the end of life. 772- Cenacle, spiritual direction and and promoting life, located at 100 Blvd., Delray Beach. Theme: “As Speakers including Adolfo programs: 1400 S. Dixie Highway, W. 20th St., Riviera Beach; 1200 Castañeda, author; Dr. Francisco 334-4214. for me and my household, we Lantana. 561-249-1621. E. Main St., Pahokee; and 212 E. Briones, gynecologist and Bazaar: Nov. 1-2, Ascension will serve the Lord” (Jos 24:15). • Centering prayer: Thursdays, Boynton Beach Blvd., Boynton Speakers include Bishop Gerald M. surgeon at Memorial Regional Parish, 7250 N. Federal Highway, Hospital in Broward County; Boca Raton. Hosted by Council 7-8:30 p.m. Free-will offering Beach. For volunteer information Barbarito; Father Miracle Gustave appreciated. and training, or information on of the Archdiocese of Boston; and representatives of Catholic of Catholic Women. Crafters Charities Rachel’s Vineyard and vendors invited. Reservation contributing to the nonprofit, call and Father Luc Philogene of the 561-278-0880. Archdiocese of Port-au-Prince, ministry and the diocesan Family required for space. 561-414-1020 Haiti. Call 561-254-4531, or Father Life ministry. Cost: $25, includes or [email protected]. ANNOUNCEMENTS continental breakfast and hot Craft festival: Nov. 8, 8:30 a.m.- Yves Geffrard, 772-971-9080. Women of Grace ministry lunch. 561-360-3330, 561-966-8580 2 p.m., Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Extraordinary ministers program is seeking volunteers or [email protected]. 22094 Lyons Road, Boca Raton. workshop kickoff: Sept. 27, 9 to facilitate study programs for • Respect Life Sunday: Oct. 5, Vendors invited. 561-367-3689 or a.m.-noon, St. Ann Parish, 310 English-speakers and also for N. Olive Ave., West Palm Beach. with prayerful events to kick off [email protected]. Respect Life Month. October is set Spanish-speakers. Training sessions Sponsored by Office of Liturgy. Craft and tag sale: Nov. 8, 9 are held at St. Joan of Arc Parish Registration deadline: Sept. 23. aside by the Church for faithful a.m.-2 p.m., St. Matthew Parish, to reflect on respect for life and ministry buildings, 319 S.W. Third Additional workshops: Oct. 18, 6090 Hypoluxo Road, Lake Worth. Street, Boca Raton. Registration: St. Joan of Arc in Boca Raton; dignity of life. For events and Vendors wanted. 561-434-5606, activities, check parish bulletins Martha Nicolli, 561 212 8673 or Nov. 15, St. Patrick in Palm Beach [email protected]. [email protected]. Gardens; and Dec. 6, St. Bernadette and diocesan website, diocesepb. Night of worship and Pro-life radio talk show: in St. Lucie West. Both new and org. music: Nov. 15, 7 p.m., Our Lady Mondays, 2 p.m.; and Saturdays, experienced ministers encouraged • Rosary gathering: First Queen of Peace Cemetery, 10941 11 a.m., Catholic radio station to attend. Discussions, teachings Saturdays, 9 a.m., near the Broward Monument Southern Blvd., Royal Palm Beach. WJPP FM (Prince of Peace 100.1 and hands-on training. Sessions Presidential Women’s Center in Preserving the memory A collection of songs about FM). “CrossRoads” is a one-hour offered in English and Spanish. Call West Palm Beach, 100 Northpoint resurrection, hope and life after program featuring commentary, of your loved one a parish office for registration. Parkway, West Palm Beach. Led by death by Audrey Assad. Admission: Catholic Charities of the Diocese news, features and guests from Altar server appreciation $18. 561-793-0711 or christina@ the local area and from across the 1227 S. Andrews Ave. Mass: Oct. 4, 11 a.m., Cathedral of Palm Beach Respect Life Office. ourqueen.org. 561-345-2000, ext. 287. nation. Hosted by Anne Lotierzo Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 of St. Ignatius Loyola, 9999 N. Men’s Scripture study and and Duane Berreth, directors of Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens. • Healing retreat for those discussion: Tuesdays 7-9 p.m., suffering in the aftermath of the Pregnancy Care Center in Fort PhONE: Please contact parishes for more Holy Name of Jesus, Holy Family Pierce and Stuart. Listeners may 954-523-7199 information. 561-622-2565. abortion: Nov. 7-9, in Spanish, Our Room, 345 S. Military Trail, West Lady of Florida Spiritual Center, tune in online at www.wjppfm. Voter registration deadline: Palm Beach. Led by Deacon Jack com. FAx: Oct. 6 is the last day to register 1300 U.S. Highway 1, North Palm Hamilton. 561-722-6793. 954-761-8174 Parish nurse meetings: 30164-0912 for the Nov. 4 general election. Beach. Developed by Rachel’s Prayer gathering: Fridays, Open to all registered nurses TOLL FREE: Parishioners who are not registered Vineyard healing ministry. Men 9:45 a.m., and Tuesdays, 3 p.m., interested in health ministry. to vote for the upcoming elections and women invited. Opportunities 1-800-997-7199 8177 Glades Road, Boca Raton. For dates, time and locations, are encouraged to do so. Visit the to experience the grieving process Pray with others for the end of call Catholic Charities, Interfaith www.browardmonuments.com Florida Division of Elections, www. and identify effects of abortion. abortion. 561-347-1636. Health and Wellness, 561-345- election.dos.state.fl.us/. Discussions, spiritual exercises, prayer and reflection. Sacrament Prayer gathering: Fridays, 2000, ext. 256; or email wellness@ BRONZE – GRANITE Fun fair for special-needs of reconciliation offered. Memorial 5 p.m., on the sidewalks near A catholiccharitiesdpb.org. community: Oct. 18, 10 a.m.–1 service honoring the aborted child Woman’s World Medical Center Young adult group: Young MEMORIAL and PLAQUES p.m., Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, and Mass. Participation and all calls that offers abortion services, 503 S. 22094 Lyons Road, Boca Raton. strictly confidential. 561-602-4778 12th St., Fort Pierce. Treasure Coast Arts and crafts, Palm Beach County or dgardner@catholiccharitiesdpb. rosary group leads rosary recitation Mounted Sheriff Unit presentation, org. for the end of abortion. 772-465- petting zoo, food and beverages. 8298. Sponsored by the Diocese of Palm Pray the rosary for life: Dr. Richard C. Bauer, DMD Beach. Families are invited and COMMUNITY Saturdays, 9-10 a.m., sidewalks just Family Dentistry • Cosmetic Dentistry • In-Office or At-Home Care encouraged to bring special-needs north of the Wellington Regional friends and their families. All ages EVENTS Medical Center, 10101 Forest Hill “I am proud to provide welcome. Reservation required by Blvd., Wellington. All invited to  Most Insurances Accepted! Oct. 10. 561-483-2449, ext. 1429. Prayer service: Sept 13, 9 a.m., pray for the end of abortions. 561- my patients with the Grandparents pilgrimage and Riverview Memorial Park, 1109 N. 784-0689.  Porcelain Veneers and Dentures Mass: Oct. 18, 4:30 p.m., Cathedral U.S. Highway 1, Fort Pierce. Pray in best in dental technology, of St. Ignatius Loyola, 9999 N. conjunction with people around treatment options and  Procedures Done On-Premises Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens. the country to remember aborted RETREATS/DAYS Children’s choir performance children. Hosted by St. Mark the patient comfort.”  Interest-free Financing Available begins at 4 p.m. Bishop Gerald Evangelist Parish, Fort Pierce. OF PRAYER M. Barbarito, main celebrant. Duane Berreth, 772-461-7646 or  30% Off for All Procedures Reception follows. All families are [email protected]. Our Lady of Florida Spiritual invited and encouraged to bring International festival: Oct. Center: Retreats and programs and honor grandparents. 561-775- 18, 1-5 p.m., St. Mark Parish, available for clergy, religious, men, Call 561-243-8833 9557. 643 St. Mark Place, Boynton women, married couples, singles Office Location: and people in recovery programs. Divorced support program: Beach. Features ethnic food, 74 N.E. 4th Ave. #5 • Delray Beach, Fla. A 12-week summer program entertainment and treasures Season theme: “Blessed are you.” featuring weekly 30-minute of Italy, Ireland, Germany, Reservations required except presentations covering topics the Caribbean islands, Africa, when stated. Location: 1300 U.S. Dentist Comes To You Guatemala and America. Cost: $10 Highway 1, North Palm Beach. 561- including anger, guilt, forgiveness, Service for home, office or care facility co-parenting, annulment, sexuality, adults; $5 children under 10. Public 626-1300 or www.ourladyofflorida. welcome. 561-734-9330. org: Available to patients in Palm Beach, spirituality, finding peace and 32266-0912 more. Hosted by diocesan Office Florida Respect Life • Centering prayer: Jupiter, Boca Raton and Delray Beach. of Marriage and Family Life, Conference: Oct. 24-25, Bethany Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m., main Set an Appointment: 561-310-6556 and dedicated to consoling and Center, 5121 Pheasant Woods chapel. helping Catholics suffering in the Drive, Lutz, in the Diocese of St. • Day of reflection: Oct. 1, www.RichardBauerDMD.com • www.DentistComesToYou.com aftermath of divorce. 561-775- Petersburg. Speakers include 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. “The Three www.thefloridacatholic.org | Sept. 12-25, 2014 | $1.00 FLORIDACatholic VENICE EDITION Bishop John J. Nevins: Jan. 19, 1932 - Aug. 26, 2014 Venice bids farewell to its founding shepherd

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VENICE | Building a Diocese out of 10 far- flung counties into a cohesive Catholic com- munity is one of the greatest legacies of Bishop Emeritus John J. Nevins, first Bishop of the Dio- cese of Venice in Florida. The life of Bishop Nevins was celebrated fol- lowing his peaceful death at his home in Venice on Aug. 26. At 82 he lived a full and productive life, serving the faithful as a priest, Bishop and shepherd to many. Thousands paid their respects during a se- ries of memorials culminating in a Mass of Christian Burial Sept. 3 at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice, where Bishop Frank J. Dewane served as the main celebrant and Archbishop Emeritus John C. Favalora of Miami was the homilist. Bishop Dewane commented how Bishop Nevins welcomed him with open arms when he was appointed as Coadjutor Bishop of the Diocese in April 2006. “He shared his love for the people of the Diocese and was proud of what he accomplished in creating something from noth- ing. The lasting gift of mercy that he lived his life by is something we will all remember and is Bishop Frank J. Dewane recites a prayer during the Mass of Christian Burial for Bishop Emeritus John J. Nevins at Epiphany Cathedral something that should be honored.” in Venice Sept. 3. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) Archbishop Favalora shared stories about his longtime friend, noting that Bishop Nevins was the first to congratulate him upon his appoint- ment as Bishop of St. Petersburg, the first time he heard the much-used greeting, “You’re going places, buster.” Their closeness was reflected when he noted that he knew the different sides of Bishop Nev- ins, the priest, the shepherd, the musician, the librarian, or the man who filled the shoes of a Bishop with grace, dignity and compassion. He noted that he was bonded to all of the priests and religious with a father’s love, but he held a special place in his heart for the poor and needy. “He identified with the compassionate heart of Jesus,” Archbishop Favalora added. “The Bishop’s pastoral zeal drove him to champion justice wherever it was lacking. … He sought to bring comfort to all in distress to know the Fa- ther’s mercy. What his faith meant to him, he wanted to share with others.” Archbishop Favalora acknowledged that Bishop Nevins suffered from a lengthy illness, which began shortly after his retirement. He commended Bishop Dewane and the Diocese of Venice for providing round-the-clock care for Bishop Nevins at his home for so many years. Pallbearers lead the casket out at the conclusion of the Mass of Christian Burial for The archbishop concluded by saying Bishop Bishop John J. Nevins, 1932-2014. Bishop Emeritus John J. Nevins at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice Sept. 3. Nevins was a good and faithful son, zealous priest, good shepherd of the Diocese of Venice Celebration of Nevins was held Sept. 2, 3 p.m., at Epiphany Throughout the vigil, the Bishop was contin- whose “long silence was broken by the blessed remembrance Cathedral. The rite included a prayer service uously flanked by honor guards consisting of words of Jesus in their full reality: ‘Come to me, The celebration of the life of Bishop led by Bishop Dewane. This was followed by members of the Knights of Columbus color all you who are weary and find life burdensome, Nevins began soon after his death. Masses visitation as the body of Bishop Nevins lay in corps rotating throughout the vigil and rep- come and be refreshed. Come, John, and rest.’ in his honor were celebrated at parishes state before the altar where he had celebrat- resenting different councils from throughout So now, rest dear friend; rest with your dear throughout the Diocese and special prayer ed thousands of Masses as Bishop. He was the Diocese. mother and father, Anne and Jack; rest with all intentions were added for the repose of his dressed in blue and white vestments, colors The main foyer of the Cathedral in- of the saints; rest until we all meet in the king- soul. that represent the Blessed Virgin Mary with dom; rest, John, rest in peace.” The Rite of Reception of the body of Bishop whom the Bishop had a particular affinity. Please see FUNERAL, 4 Sept. 12-25, 2014 The Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 2

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1000 Pinebrook Road The visiting Archbishops and Bishops depart the Mass of Christian The faithful pay their final respects at the crypt of Bishop Emeritus Venice, FL 34285 Burial for Bishop Emeritus John J. Nevins at Epiphany Cathedral in John J. Nevins in Epiphany Cathedral in Venice before it is sealed. 941-484-9543 • Fax 941-483-1121 Venice Sept. 3. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) PUBLISHER lor of the Diocese for 17 years un- Placid; Father Robert Dziedziak, from the closest relative of Bish- Bishop Frank Dewane FUNERAL der Bishop Nevins. Pastor of St. Patrick Parish in op Nevins, Vincent O. Hanley, a From 1 DIOCESAN EDITOR Father Carosella said during Sarasota; Father Celestino Guti- cousin. The second reading was Bob Reddy the Mass that the compassion errez, Pastor of St. Jude Parish in in Spanish. The prayer intentions [email protected] cluded a large picture of Bishop Bishop Nevins had “came from Sarasota; Father Mark Heuberger, were read in English, Spanish, 941-484-9543 Nevins, a photo of him with Pope living the Gospel and his close- Pastor of Ss. Peter and Paul the Creole, Polish and Vietnamese. John Paul II at the Vatican, as well ness to Christ which was a hall- Apostles Parish in Bradenton; It was Bishop Nevins who insti- • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: as a display depicting his Coat of mark of his ministry.” Father Jean-Marie Fritz Ligonde, tuted Masses in these languages Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, Arms. There were also displays Following the Memorial Mass, Pastor of St. Finbarr Parish in Na- to reflect the diverse and growing or customerservice@theflorida and slideshows that included the rosary was recited by mem- ples; Father George Ratzmann, population of the Diocese. At the catholic.org photos from throughout his life. bers of the Haitian community in Pastor of St. William Parish in conclusion of the Mass, the Prayer Notify us of address changes (temporary During the visitation, a prayer Creole, and then by the Hispanic Naples; and Father Fausto Stam- of Commendation was read. or permanent) as soon as possible. Please service was held in Ukrainian, community in Spanish. piglia, Pallottines, Dean of the Bishop Dewane and the other change your address online at www. led by priests from St. Mary Throughout the evening of Northern Deanery and Pastor of Bishops led the honorary pall- thefloridacatholic.org or call Tammy at Ukrainian Catholic (Eastern Sept. 2 and again in the morning St. Martha Parish in Sarasota. bearers and processed with the 1-888-275-9953. Rite) Church in North Port and of Sept. 3, the viewing continued In keeping with Bishop Nev- casket to the Place of Committal, included a full choir. This was a with thousands paying their final ins’ love of music, there were a crypt near the north entrance of • ADVERTISING: Contact Jane Radetsky at 407-373-0075 or tribute by the Ukrainian commu- respects to the founding Bishop representatives from the Diocese the Cathedral, as bagpipes played [email protected] nity for their strong relationship of the Diocese. The tribute by the of Venice Choir, Epiphany Cathe- “Going Home.” Bishop Dewane • CLASSIFIED ADS: Contact Susan with Bishop Nevins. This was fol- Knights of Columbus color corps dral Choir and the St. Joseph Par- then conducted the Rite of Com- Chronowski at 1-888-275-9953, or lowed by a recitation of the rosary continued throughout the over- ish Chorale from Bradenton. mittal and the service was con- [email protected] and Novena to the Blessed Virgin night hours. At the beginning of Mass, cluded. 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Venice founding Bishop dies The Legacy of Bishop John J. Nevins — 1932-2014 BoB Reddy Mary. May she lead him into the House of Our Father. served in many capacities in Miami for 25 years, in- where they can restart their lives; and people with HIV/ Life movement, often leading prayer vigils in front of of the Florida Catholic staff We pray for the repose of his soul and for his family who cluding as Vicar General and Director of Vocations. On AIDS by building them a home when no one else want- places which did abortions. These efforts were reward- are going through a difficult time.” January 25, 1979, he was appointed by Pope John Paul ed them. These are just a few of the accomplishments in ed when an abortion clinic in Venice closed. VENICE | “To serve with mercy.” Thousands of people paid their respects to a man II as Auxiliary Bishop of Miami. a life dedicated to serving others. Known for his extensive travels throughout the Bishop Emeritus John J. Nevins used those four with whom many found a personal connection. A Mass On July 17, 1984, Pope John Paul II established the In his 22 years as Bishop, he wrote 25 pastoral letters, 10-county Diocese, he never forgot those less fortunate, words as his Episcopal motto and strove to live them of Christian Burial was celebrated Sept. 3 at Epiphany Diocese of Venice in Florida and named Bishop Nevins providing religious and moral guidance to the faithful often giving his own money to help individuals in need. throughout his life, which included 55 years as a priest Cathedral with Bishop Dewane as the main celebrant. as the first Bishop. It was a position he held until he re- of Southwest Florida. Through these writings, Bishop He took this personal act of kindness and supported and as the first Bishop of the Diocese of Venice in Flor- Bishop Nevins was interred in a crypt inside the Cathe- tired Jan. 19, 2007, his 75th birthday. Nevins exercised his teaching responsibility, which was the growth of Catholic Charities, which now reaches ida. He died peacefully at his home in Venice on Aug. dral. When Bishop Nevins made the choice to become a grounded in his role as a leader who served the unity more than 40,000 families and individuals each year. 26, 2014. He was 82. In 1999, Bishop Nevins was honored for his first 40 priest he chose to follow his vocation “to serve as Christ and growth of the faith of the ecclesial community. One way to financially support this expansion was the Remembered for being the first shepherd of the Dio- years as a priest and noted at the time that he never Bishop John J. Nevins bows his head in prayer did, with love, and with special care for the poorest In one of his last pastoral letters, Bishop Nevins creation of Catholic Charity fundraising events, which cese of Venice in Florida, leading the faithful of South- thought he would last as long as he did. He credited his during his installation as the first Bishop of the among us,” Bishop Dewane said. wrote, “We cannot be truly Catholic or Christian un- developed into several distinct Charity Balls. west Florida for 22 years, and for his service as a priest, priesthood to a life of prayer and devotion to the Blessed Diocese of Venice Oct. 25, 1984, at Epiphany In an effort to better meet the spiritual needs of the less we hear and heed Christ’s calling to serve those in The passing of Bishop Nevins should not be a time of Bishop Nevins never lost his “Irish wit” or his gifts of Mother and to clean living. “I can say for myself that the Cathedral in Venice. (FC FILE PHOTOS) new Diocese of Venice, Bishop Nevins added more need and work for peace and justice. All of us, our Dio- sadness, Bishop Dewane said, but rather a time of joy as warmth, deep Christian love for others, and charity. rewards have been never-ending.” than a dozen parishes to the original 39, and increased cese and nation will be judged by how much we have people remember the shepherd, the priest, the friend. Bishop Frank J. Dewane fondly recalls receiving “To Serve with Mercy” was the Episcopal motto cho- Bishop Nevins was born Jan. 19, 1932, in New Ro- the number of chapels and missions to 13. He also es- concerned ourselves with matters of social justice and “Remember who he was and the joy he gave in many countless words of advice during their many conver- sen by Bishop Nevins when he took charge of his new chelle, N.Y., to John and Anne (McGuire) Nevins. He tablished a new elementary school, a school for adult charity.” different ways. We have a joy that we came to know him sations. “A priest for more than 50 years, a shepherd, Diocese of Venice in Florida in 1984 after serving as graduated from Iona College and pursued his dream formation, and two retreat centers. During his time as Throughout his life, and in particular as Bishop of in a particular way. We also must find joy in knowing the faithful of the Diocese of Venice can never forget Auxiliary Bishop in the Archdiocese of Miami for five of becoming a priest by studying at The Catholic Uni- Bishop of Venice, he oversaw the ordinations of 50 men the Diocese of Venice, Bishop Nevins issued many that he is on his next journey toward Salvation.” his priesthood, his service and his deep compassion years. versity of America. Upon the suggestion of a friend, he to the priesthood. statements in response to world, national and local Bishop Nevins heard the call of Christ many years to those most in need. He will be missed by many, but Bishop Dewane said those four words are appropri- became a seminarian for the then-Diocese of Miami Responding to changing societal needs, Bishop Nev- events. He was active in developing a relationship with ago and dedicated his life to sharing the joy he found his legacy will continue long into the future. At every ate in honoring both the priestly ministry in general, under Bishop Coleman F. Carroll. He was ordained to ins instituted many Diocesan outreach efforts, includ- other religions and created a strong bond with the Jew- in the Lord with others, Bishop Dewane added. He Bishop Nevins is all smiles while celebrating moment, especially when times were difficult but full as well as understanding Bishop Nevins’ own priestly the priesthood June 6, 1959, at the National Shrine of ing those to migrant farmworkers by marching along- ish community of Southwest Florida, which has had a in fact laid down his life to serve God’s people with Mass at Epiphany Cathedral in 2003. of hope, Bishop Nevins entrusted himself to the Virgin ministry. the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. He side them; single mothers by building them a home lasting legacy. He was also very active in the Respect mercy. n Bishop Nevins remembered by those closest to him ‘TO SERVE WITH MERCY’ — BISHOP NEVINS’ COAT OF ARMS The personal coat of arms of Bishop John J. Nevins was an witnesses to his ministry as priest and Auxiliary Bishop there. BoB Reddy increased even more exponentially than predicted. the Diocese, Bishop Nevins would open his house each endeavor to represent his own religious background The upper section, or chief, issues a call to a strong, and vocation, as well as his ideals and the themes of vibrant faith and spirituality with its two Celtic crosses of the Florida Catholic staff Bishop Nevins faced these challenges and many Sunday evening for an informal dinner with upwards his ministry to God’s people. in green on a silver or white background. Between more “by sheer force of his wining, loveable, Irish per- of 30 people attending each week. This act of kindness The red and gold of the larger portion are the histor- these, on a red pale and in a place of honor, are two VENICE | Many people have taken time to reflect sonality,” Bishop Lynch said. allowed anyone the freedom to stop and receive words ic colors of Spain and indicate gratitude to those who clasped hands in gold. One might say that all the rest on the man who was a friend and spiritual leader since Father Fausto Stampiglia, Pallottines, Pastor of St. of support whenever they needed it. Bishop Nevins first brought the faith to Florida, and the Bishop’s of the shield is designed to raise one’s eyes to that Bishop Emeritus John J. Nevins passed away peace- Martha Parish in Sarasota and Dean of the Northern would lead discussions and tell stories over and over pastoral ministry to the Spanish-speaking peoples of point. fully Aug. 26 in Venice. Deanery, recalled the new Bishop’s first visit to his Di- again. If priests were in need of counsel, he would take today. The red cross in saltire is commonly known as It symbolizes the chosen ideals and themes of Bishop As a child growing up in New Rochelle, N.Y., young ocese. Arriving at the Sarasota airport he was driven them aside and pray with them. Even though Bishop the cross of St. Patrick in heraldry and immediately Nevins’ ministry: welcome and reconciliation, mercy John Nevins, with red hair and freckles, was once the south to Venice for an introductory meeting. On the Nevins was a collector of religious statues and other connotes Irish ancestry. The cross is “charged” or en- and compassion. It reminds us of the Gospel story subject of artist Norman Rockwell, which appeared on way, they passed a hospital in Sarasota and the priest artifacts, he would routinely give such treasures away hanced with two gold palm branches. One is taken from arms of of the father reaching out to welcome the prodigal son, of the the April 27, 1940, cover of The Saturday Evening Post. driving the new Bishop noted that he was going to re- to anyone who might express an interest. the Nevins family and honors John and Anne Nevins, the Bishop’s Great Commandment to love one another, and of all that we Bishop Robert N. Lynch of the Diocese of St. Peters- turn later to visiting a dying parishioner. Bishop Nev- Father John Ludden, Diocese Vicar for Priests, re- parents. The other palm branch is an adaptation from the palm intend by the greeting of peace in the Eucharist. This theme is burg said shortly after the death of his friend, “Now he ins ordered the car turned around so the Sacrament of members fondly the lengthy Confirmations in which tree that figures in the arms of the Archdiocese of Miami, and perfectly summed up in his motto: “To Serve With Mercy.” Bishop Nevins holds a baby boy at Our Mother’s House, has seen the Lord and the same broad smile as in the the Anointing of the Sick could take place without any Bishop Nevins would talk to each candidate. “His fa- Bishop Nevins ordains Father Gordon a Catholic Charities program for homeless mothers and Rockwell painting must be on his face.” delay. “Bishop Nevins was the most merciful, compas- therly advice to the youth would often move them to Zanetti to the priesthood in 2006. their children. He once received 10,000 votes from a TV variety sionate, and gentle person I ever met,” Father Stampi- tears, along with their sponsors.” show for his Irish step-dancing and accordion playing, glia said. When Bishop Nevins ordained Father Ludden at his Bishop long before “American Idol” hit the airwaves. “I never Father George Ratzmann, Pastor of St. William Par- home parish in England, he told the newly ordained Nevins, a got the hook,” he often quipped. He loved to dance ish in Naples, said that when the new Diocese was cre- man, “Give, give, give. … Give yourself completely to friend and and play the accordion throughout his life, surprising ated, there was a challenge to keep the existing priests Christ and His Church.” advocate many with his talents. happy. Carved from other Dioceses (Miami, St. Peters- “The love Bishop Nevins had for his family, friends to farm- Bishop Nevins entered the seminary after gradu- burg and Orlando), the priests felt no real connection and people of all faiths made him a light for the world workers, ating from Iona College near his childhood home. to the new Diocese and most had never heard of the and salt of the earth,” Father Ludden said. “He built blesses He studied at The Catholic University of America in new Bishop. Knowing he had a potentially big prob- a thriving Catholic community in Southwest Florida migrant Washington, D.C., to be a religious priest for the Fa- lem, during his first Chrism Mass — a Holy Week Mass in which the poorest of the poor and the richest of the workers in thers of Mercy, a religious order of men. when all the priests of the Diocese gather for a blessing rich were both equally loved and cherished.” Immokalee. Just before his ordination to the diaconate, the Fa- of the oils used for the Sacraments and to renew their Father Celestino Gutierrez, Pastor of St. Jude Par- thers of Mercy were disbanded, leaving him with no priestly vows — Bishop Nevins began to heal the hurt ish in Sarasota, worked closely with Bishop Nevins to place to go. A priest-friend recommended that the many priests felt by the changes, Father Ratzmann ex- develop a plan to better serve the growing Hispanic “homeless” seminarian contact Bishop Coleman F. plained. community in Southwest Florida. He first established Carroll, who was in his second year as bishop of the Speaking to the priests, Bishop Nevins said, “Many small Hispanic outreach efforts to help new arrivals new Diocese of Miami. After that fateful meeting, he of us wonder how we happened to come to this area receive the support they needed. This effort included was accepted as a seminarian for Miami and was or- of Florida. Now we know. God chose us to begin some the recruitment of Hispanic priests and religious sis- dained to the priesthood June 6, 1959, at the National new work, to begin in a new Church in Southwest Flor- ters, the building of chapels and eventually the con- Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington. ida. May the Holy Spirit unite us, inspire us and guide struction of St. Jude Parish in Sarasota. While in Miami he served with a passionate vigor us as we collaborate in this great mission.” “Bishop Nevins continued to support this mission and became a distinguished priest who served in a va- Father Ratzmann also shared his experience of a through the years and was highly revered for his role riety of positions, including Vicar General, Director of life-threatening brain hemorrhage and Bishop Nev- in recognizing their (Hispanics in the Diocese) plight Vocations, and Rector of St. John Vianney Minor Semi- ins was the one to take him to the hospital. The Bishop and their importance in our Church and in our soci- nary. He was appointed Auxiliary Bishop of the now- then visited him each day after work to pray for his re- ety,” Father Gutierrez said. Archdiocese of Miami in 1979 by Pope John Paul II. covery. Every day before the Bishop left he would say to Father Jerome Carosella remembered his good When the Diocese of Venice was established in Father Ratzmann, “You know I love you, so get better friend by recalling the gifts he had: Irish warmth, 1984, many people pointed out that it would be a chal- for me.” deep Christian love, charity, and respect for everyone. lenging Diocese to administer for a number of reasons, “I think he knew that he inspired me as he did so Father Carosella, who is Pastor of Our Lady of Mercy the major being that the population of the expected many and that I always wanted to please him. He knew Parish in Boca Grande, served as Chancellor of the counties to be included consisted of many seniors, that if he said ‘get better for me’ that I would try all the Diocese under Bishop Nevins for 17 years.

and finding enough priests from within the Diocese harder to recover, for him as well as for me,” Father “He had a great love for everyone, from those who 32254-0912 Bishop Nevins carries an accordion. He Bishop Nevins is pictured with his beloved mother, Anne would be unlikely. True to predictions, the Diocesan Ratzmann said. thought they were great to those who knew they often played it at Diocesan functions. Nevins, who passed away in December 1999. population grew very quickly and the need for priests To help create a brotherly bond with the priests of weren’t,” he said. n 3 Florida Catholic Sept. 12-25, 2014 Remembering Venice’s founding shepherd — Bishop John J. Nevins Remembering Venice’s founding shepherd — Bishop John J. Nevins Sept. 12-25, 2014 Florida Catholic 4

Venice founding Bishop dies The Legacy of Bishop John J. Nevins — 1932-2014 BoB Reddy Mary. May she lead him into the House of Our Father. served in many capacities in Miami for 25 years, in- where they can restart their lives; and people with HIV/ Life movement, often leading prayer vigils in front of of the Florida Catholic staff We pray for the repose of his soul and for his family who cluding as Vicar General and Director of Vocations. On AIDS by building them a home when no one else want- places which did abortions. These efforts were reward- are going through a difficult time.” January 25, 1979, he was appointed by Pope John Paul ed them. These are just a few of the accomplishments in ed when an abortion clinic in Venice closed. VENICE | “To serve with mercy.” Thousands of people paid their respects to a man II as Auxiliary Bishop of Miami. a life dedicated to serving others. Known for his extensive travels throughout the Bishop Emeritus John J. Nevins used those four with whom many found a personal connection. A Mass On July 17, 1984, Pope John Paul II established the In his 22 years as Bishop, he wrote 25 pastoral letters, 10-county Diocese, he never forgot those less fortunate, words as his Episcopal motto and strove to live them of Christian Burial was celebrated Sept. 3 at Epiphany Diocese of Venice in Florida and named Bishop Nevins providing religious and moral guidance to the faithful often giving his own money to help individuals in need. throughout his life, which included 55 years as a priest Cathedral with Bishop Dewane as the main celebrant. as the first Bishop. It was a position he held until he re- of Southwest Florida. Through these writings, Bishop He took this personal act of kindness and supported and as the first Bishop of the Diocese of Venice in Flor- Bishop Nevins was interred in a crypt inside the Cathe- tired Jan. 19, 2007, his 75th birthday. Nevins exercised his teaching responsibility, which was the growth of Catholic Charities, which now reaches ida. He died peacefully at his home in Venice on Aug. dral. When Bishop Nevins made the choice to become a grounded in his role as a leader who served the unity more than 40,000 families and individuals each year. 26, 2014. He was 82. In 1999, Bishop Nevins was honored for his first 40 priest he chose to follow his vocation “to serve as Christ and growth of the faith of the ecclesial community. One way to financially support this expansion was the Remembered for being the first shepherd of the Dio- years as a priest and noted at the time that he never Bishop John J. Nevins bows his head in prayer did, with love, and with special care for the poorest In one of his last pastoral letters, Bishop Nevins creation of Catholic Charity fundraising events, which cese of Venice in Florida, leading the faithful of South- thought he would last as long as he did. He credited his during his installation as the first Bishop of the among us,” Bishop Dewane said. wrote, “We cannot be truly Catholic or Christian un- developed into several distinct Charity Balls. west Florida for 22 years, and for his service as a priest, priesthood to a life of prayer and devotion to the Blessed Diocese of Venice Oct. 25, 1984, at Epiphany In an effort to better meet the spiritual needs of the less we hear and heed Christ’s calling to serve those in The passing of Bishop Nevins should not be a time of Bishop Nevins never lost his “Irish wit” or his gifts of Mother and to clean living. “I can say for myself that the Cathedral in Venice. (FC FILE PHOTOS) new Diocese of Venice, Bishop Nevins added more need and work for peace and justice. All of us, our Dio- sadness, Bishop Dewane said, but rather a time of joy as warmth, deep Christian love for others, and charity. rewards have been never-ending.” than a dozen parishes to the original 39, and increased cese and nation will be judged by how much we have people remember the shepherd, the priest, the friend. Bishop Frank J. Dewane fondly recalls receiving “To Serve with Mercy” was the Episcopal motto cho- Bishop Nevins was born Jan. 19, 1932, in New Ro- the number of chapels and missions to 13. He also es- concerned ourselves with matters of social justice and “Remember who he was and the joy he gave in many countless words of advice during their many conver- sen by Bishop Nevins when he took charge of his new chelle, N.Y., to John and Anne (McGuire) Nevins. He tablished a new elementary school, a school for adult charity.” different ways. We have a joy that we came to know him sations. “A priest for more than 50 years, a shepherd, Diocese of Venice in Florida in 1984 after serving as graduated from Iona College and pursued his dream formation, and two retreat centers. During his time as Throughout his life, and in particular as Bishop of in a particular way. We also must find joy in knowing the faithful of the Diocese of Venice can never forget Auxiliary Bishop in the Archdiocese of Miami for five of becoming a priest by studying at The Catholic Uni- Bishop of Venice, he oversaw the ordinations of 50 men the Diocese of Venice, Bishop Nevins issued many that he is on his next journey toward Salvation.” his priesthood, his service and his deep compassion years. versity of America. Upon the suggestion of a friend, he to the priesthood. statements in response to world, national and local Bishop Nevins heard the call of Christ many years to those most in need. He will be missed by many, but Bishop Dewane said those four words are appropri- became a seminarian for the then-Diocese of Miami Responding to changing societal needs, Bishop Nev- events. He was active in developing a relationship with ago and dedicated his life to sharing the joy he found his legacy will continue long into the future. At every ate in honoring both the priestly ministry in general, under Bishop Coleman F. Carroll. He was ordained to ins instituted many Diocesan outreach efforts, includ- other religions and created a strong bond with the Jew- in the Lord with others, Bishop Dewane added. He Bishop Nevins is all smiles while celebrating moment, especially when times were difficult but full as well as understanding Bishop Nevins’ own priestly the priesthood June 6, 1959, at the National Shrine of ing those to migrant farmworkers by marching along- ish community of Southwest Florida, which has had a in fact laid down his life to serve God’s people with Mass at Epiphany Cathedral in 2003. of hope, Bishop Nevins entrusted himself to the Virgin ministry. the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. He side them; single mothers by building them a home lasting legacy. He was also very active in the Respect mercy. n Bishop Nevins remembered by those closest to him ‘TO SERVE WITH MERCY’ — BISHOP NEVINS’ COAT OF ARMS The personal coat of arms of Bishop John J. Nevins was an witnesses to his ministry as priest and Auxiliary Bishop there. BoB Reddy increased even more exponentially than predicted. the Diocese, Bishop Nevins would open his house each endeavor to represent his own religious background The upper section, or chief, issues a call to a strong, and vocation, as well as his ideals and the themes of vibrant faith and spirituality with its two Celtic crosses of the Florida Catholic staff Bishop Nevins faced these challenges and many Sunday evening for an informal dinner with upwards his ministry to God’s people. in green on a silver or white background. Between more “by sheer force of his wining, loveable, Irish per- of 30 people attending each week. This act of kindness The red and gold of the larger portion are the histor- these, on a red pale and in a place of honor, are two VENICE | Many people have taken time to reflect sonality,” Bishop Lynch said. allowed anyone the freedom to stop and receive words ic colors of Spain and indicate gratitude to those who clasped hands in gold. One might say that all the rest on the man who was a friend and spiritual leader since Father Fausto Stampiglia, Pallottines, Pastor of St. of support whenever they needed it. Bishop Nevins first brought the faith to Florida, and the Bishop’s of the shield is designed to raise one’s eyes to that Bishop Emeritus John J. Nevins passed away peace- Martha Parish in Sarasota and Dean of the Northern would lead discussions and tell stories over and over pastoral ministry to the Spanish-speaking peoples of point. fully Aug. 26 in Venice. Deanery, recalled the new Bishop’s first visit to his Di- again. If priests were in need of counsel, he would take today. The red cross in saltire is commonly known as It symbolizes the chosen ideals and themes of Bishop As a child growing up in New Rochelle, N.Y., young ocese. Arriving at the Sarasota airport he was driven them aside and pray with them. Even though Bishop the cross of St. Patrick in heraldry and immediately Nevins’ ministry: welcome and reconciliation, mercy John Nevins, with red hair and freckles, was once the south to Venice for an introductory meeting. On the Nevins was a collector of religious statues and other connotes Irish ancestry. The cross is “charged” or en- and compassion. It reminds us of the Gospel story subject of artist Norman Rockwell, which appeared on way, they passed a hospital in Sarasota and the priest artifacts, he would routinely give such treasures away hanced with two gold palm branches. One is taken from arms of of the father reaching out to welcome the prodigal son, of the the April 27, 1940, cover of The Saturday Evening Post. driving the new Bishop noted that he was going to re- to anyone who might express an interest. the Nevins family and honors John and Anne Nevins, the Bishop’s Great Commandment to love one another, and of all that we Bishop Robert N. Lynch of the Diocese of St. Peters- turn later to visiting a dying parishioner. Bishop Nev- Father John Ludden, Diocese Vicar for Priests, re- parents. The other palm branch is an adaptation from the palm intend by the greeting of peace in the Eucharist. This theme is burg said shortly after the death of his friend, “Now he ins ordered the car turned around so the Sacrament of members fondly the lengthy Confirmations in which tree that figures in the arms of the Archdiocese of Miami, and perfectly summed up in his motto: “To Serve With Mercy.” Bishop Nevins holds a baby boy at Our Mother’s House, has seen the Lord and the same broad smile as in the the Anointing of the Sick could take place without any Bishop Nevins would talk to each candidate. “His fa- Bishop Nevins ordains Father Gordon a Catholic Charities program for homeless mothers and Rockwell painting must be on his face.” delay. “Bishop Nevins was the most merciful, compas- therly advice to the youth would often move them to Zanetti to the priesthood in 2006. their children. He once received 10,000 votes from a TV variety sionate, and gentle person I ever met,” Father Stampi- tears, along with their sponsors.” show for his Irish step-dancing and accordion playing, glia said. When Bishop Nevins ordained Father Ludden at his Bishop long before “American Idol” hit the airwaves. “I never Father George Ratzmann, Pastor of St. William Par- home parish in England, he told the newly ordained Nevins, a got the hook,” he often quipped. He loved to dance ish in Naples, said that when the new Diocese was cre- man, “Give, give, give. … Give yourself completely to friend and and play the accordion throughout his life, surprising ated, there was a challenge to keep the existing priests Christ and His Church.” advocate many with his talents. happy. Carved from other Dioceses (Miami, St. Peters- “The love Bishop Nevins had for his family, friends to farm- Bishop Nevins entered the seminary after gradu- burg and Orlando), the priests felt no real connection and people of all faiths made him a light for the world workers, ating from Iona College near his childhood home. to the new Diocese and most had never heard of the and salt of the earth,” Father Ludden said. “He built blesses He studied at The Catholic University of America in new Bishop. Knowing he had a potentially big prob- a thriving Catholic community in Southwest Florida migrant Washington, D.C., to be a religious priest for the Fa- lem, during his first Chrism Mass — a Holy Week Mass in which the poorest of the poor and the richest of the workers in thers of Mercy, a religious order of men. when all the priests of the Diocese gather for a blessing rich were both equally loved and cherished.” Immokalee. Just before his ordination to the diaconate, the Fa- of the oils used for the Sacraments and to renew their Father Celestino Gutierrez, Pastor of St. Jude Par- thers of Mercy were disbanded, leaving him with no priestly vows — Bishop Nevins began to heal the hurt ish in Sarasota, worked closely with Bishop Nevins to place to go. A priest-friend recommended that the many priests felt by the changes, Father Ratzmann ex- develop a plan to better serve the growing Hispanic “homeless” seminarian contact Bishop Coleman F. plained. community in Southwest Florida. He first established Carroll, who was in his second year as bishop of the Speaking to the priests, Bishop Nevins said, “Many small Hispanic outreach efforts to help new arrivals new Diocese of Miami. After that fateful meeting, he of us wonder how we happened to come to this area receive the support they needed. This effort included was accepted as a seminarian for Miami and was or- of Florida. Now we know. God chose us to begin some the recruitment of Hispanic priests and religious sis- dained to the priesthood June 6, 1959, at the National new work, to begin in a new Church in Southwest Flor- ters, the building of chapels and eventually the con- Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington. ida. May the Holy Spirit unite us, inspire us and guide struction of St. Jude Parish in Sarasota. While in Miami he served with a passionate vigor us as we collaborate in this great mission.” “Bishop Nevins continued to support this mission and became a distinguished priest who served in a va- Father Ratzmann also shared his experience of a through the years and was highly revered for his role riety of positions, including Vicar General, Director of life-threatening brain hemorrhage and Bishop Nev- in recognizing their (Hispanics in the Diocese) plight Vocations, and Rector of St. John Vianney Minor Semi- ins was the one to take him to the hospital. The Bishop and their importance in our Church and in our soci- nary. He was appointed Auxiliary Bishop of the now- then visited him each day after work to pray for his re- ety,” Father Gutierrez said. Archdiocese of Miami in 1979 by Pope John Paul II. covery. Every day before the Bishop left he would say to Father Jerome Carosella remembered his good When the Diocese of Venice was established in Father Ratzmann, “You know I love you, so get better friend by recalling the gifts he had: Irish warmth, 1984, many people pointed out that it would be a chal- for me.” deep Christian love, charity, and respect for everyone. lenging Diocese to administer for a number of reasons, “I think he knew that he inspired me as he did so Father Carosella, who is Pastor of Our Lady of Mercy the major being that the population of the expected many and that I always wanted to please him. He knew Parish in Boca Grande, served as Chancellor of the counties to be included consisted of many seniors, that if he said ‘get better for me’ that I would try all the Diocese under Bishop Nevins for 17 years.

and finding enough priests from within the Diocese harder to recover, for him as well as for me,” Father “He had a great love for everyone, from those who 32254-0912 Bishop Nevins carries an accordion. He Bishop Nevins is pictured with his beloved mother, Anne would be unlikely. True to predictions, the Diocesan Ratzmann said. thought they were great to those who knew they often played it at Diocesan functions. Nevins, who passed away in December 1999. population grew very quickly and the need for priests To help create a brotherly bond with the priests of weren’t,” he said. n 5 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 12-25, 2014

The Legacy of Bishop John J. Nevins Bishop John Nevins: A life of service Bishop John J. Nevins was born Jan. 19, 1932, in New Rochelle, N.Y., to John and Anne (McGuire) Nev- ins. As a young boy, he attended Blessed Sacrament Grammar and High Schools before continuing on to Iona College, also in New Ro- chelle. After graduating from the School of Philosophy at The Catho- lic University of America in Wash- ington, D.C., where he also pursued his theological studies, he earned a master’s in social work from Tulane University in New Orleans. He also held several honorary doctorates. Ordained to the priesthood on June 6, 1959, at the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, then-Father Nevins served the Archdiocese of Miami in many capacities for almost 25 years, including Vicar General, Rector of St. John Vianney College Seminary, and Director of Vocations. On March 24, 1979, following an appointment by Pope John Paul II, he was ordained Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Miami. Five years later, on July 17, 1984, Bishop Nevins was appointed by Pope John Paul II as the first Bish- op of the newly created Diocese of Bishop Nevins as a young boy growing up in New Rochelle, N.Y. Venice in Florida, which included 10 counties which were previously part of the Archdiocese of Miami, Artist the Diocese of St. Petersburg and Norman the Diocese of Orlando. He was Rockwell With great delight and good humor, Bishop Nevins musses Bishop installed in his new position by used Archbishop Pio Laghi, Apostolic Frank J. Dewane’s hair thoroughly during his episcopal ordination young ceremony July 25, 2006. (FILE PHOTOS) Pro Nuncio to the United States, at Bishop Epiphany Cathedral in Venice Oct. Nevins as a 25, 1984. model for While serving as Bishop, the the boy on Catholic population in the Dio- the left. cese expanded from approximately 115,000 to more than 200,000 pa- rishioners under his care. In an effort to better meet the spiritual needs of the burgeoning Catholic population, Bishop Nevins added 15 parishes to the original 39, and increased the number of chapels and missions to 13. He also oversaw the ordinations of 50 men to the priesthood. Bishop Nevins also es- tablished a new elementary school, a school for students with special needs, a school for adult faith for- mation, and two retreat centers. Under his episcopal motto, “To Serve with Mercy,” he responded to changing societal needs by insti- tuting many Diocesan ministries, chief among them, Catholic Chari- the Board of Trustees of St. Vincent gogues/BCEIA Dialogue Commit- ties. His efforts specifically includ- de Paul Regional Seminary; a board tee. He retired as Bishop on his 75th ed outreach to support oppressed member of St. John Vianney Semi- birthday, Jan. 19, 2007. migrant farmworkers, single moth- nary, Saint Leo University, the Flori- He died peacefully at his resi- ers, refugees and people with HIV/ da Catholic newspaper, the Catholic dence in Venice Aug. 26, 2014. He AIDS. Near East Welfare Association, and was 82. A Mass of Christian Burial Bishop Nevins served as Vice the Franciscan Foundation for the was celebrated Sept. 3 at Epiphany President of the Florida Catholic Holy Land; and a member of the Cathedral in Venice. He is interred Conference; and was a member of USCCB National Council of Syna- in a crypt at the Cathedral. n Pope John Paul II greets Bishop Nevins in 1994 at the Vatican. Sept. 12-25, 2014 The Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 6 Final Rice School class graduates New era for Institute of Catholic Studies begins GRADUATES Nadia Smith Receiving the Master of Arts in Michael J. McKenna Pastoral Theology: Special to the Florida Catholic Yuri Perez-Alvarez Marie Boyette Dr. David Reardon Leydis Freeman VENICE | The final graduat- Denise Ring ing class of the Blessed Edmund Matthew Irwin Jean Tierney Rice School for Pastoral Ministry Natalia Juzyn Receiving the Diocesan Diploma: received their degrees Aug. 31, at Michael Reardon Stephen J. Beck Epiphany Cathedral Chapel in Roberto Landron Maryann McGuinness Venice. With the graduation, the school formally takes on a new name and focus as the Institute of Catholic Studies and Forma- graduates’ academic achieve- “This was the help coming tion, marking a new chapter in The graduates of the Rice School are seen here with Bishop Frank J. ment today, this achievement from the very top of the moun- the school’s history. Dewane and several professors outside Epiphany Cathedral Aug. 31. is not just about the mastery of tain, from where we hope our life Dr. Kristy Swol, the Diocesan knowledge,” she said. “It is also a journey takes us,” he said. “As Director of Education, presented “We must remind everyone of the you listen to their stories, all reflection of their perseverance, we graduate, when we encoun- the graduates for service in the Gospel message,” he said. “All have one thing in common: a their trust in God, and their be- ter others who may be stalled on Church, which was accepted by the Gospels call us to evangelize. turning point, when each said, lief that Jesus Christ is truly Lord the side of the mountain, let our Bishop Frank J. Dewane. … To follow Christ we have to be ‘Yes, Lord, I will follow,’” said Dr. and Savior in all aspects of their attending of other’s need never Bishop Dewane presided over behind Christ, allowing Him to Kathy Kleinlein, the president of lives.” be about us, but only about the the graduation ceremony and work in us and lead us to where the Institute and a graduate from Graduate Michael Reardon, Holy Spirit working within us as conferred the Master of Arts in He wants us to go.” the first class of the Rice School. the Director of Religious Educa- a member of the Body of Christ. Pastoral Theology degree, which The men and women of the “These graduates have chosen to tion for St. Francis Xavier Par- … With obedience to our Bishop, was accredited in conjunction graduating class of 2014 have a be disciples, evangelizers, lead- ish in Fort Myers, agrees. He this is what I pray we are all able with Barry University, to 11 grad- strong foundation in service to ing others into intimate com- explained the many personal to do well due to the educational uates and awarded the Diocesan the Church with four who are munion with the risen Christ challenges he went through dur- experience we have just com- Diploma to two graduates, saying studying to become permanent through service to the Church.” ing his studies, which included pleted.” n that without them and those who deacons, three catechists, two Kleinlein noted that the theol- family illness and the loss of a serve the Church, “we wouldn’t directors of religious education, ogy program had been rigorous, loved one. By seeking the inter- The Institute of Catholic Studies have the voice, hands and feet two parish business managers, challenging and intense and that cessions of St. Thomas Aquinas and Formation offers courses, cer- that we do to reach out to others.” a Catholic school teacher, a grief the students had worked hard for and St. Therese of Lisieux, as well tification and degrees for continu- Bishop Dewane said, “Evan- counselor and a parish ministries their degree while holding down as spending time in prayer before ing education in theological stud- gelization is at the heart of the coordinator. other jobs, working in ministry the Blessed Sacrament, Reardon ies. For more information, email mission of the Institute” and also “Their faith journeys are com- and tending to their families. received the graces he needed to [email protected] or call the role of each of its graduates. pletely different; and yet when “And while we celebrate the get through those trying times. 941-766-7334. Bishop speaks to young adults about their faith

Nadia Smith Meanwhile, sessions are now tak- and stated that other religions Special to the Florida Catholic ing place on Tuesdays in Naples, see this as an advantage. “Oth- with the next gathering Sept.16 at er religions recognize that the NORTH PORT | The first of St. Peter the Apostle Parish. In Fort Pope unifies us and that we are many Theology on Tap young adult Myers the meeting are on Thurs- strong because we have one voice discussion groups throughout the days, with the next session Sept. 18 through the Pope.” Diocese of Venice concluded a six- at Our Lady of Light Parish in Fort Recalling an April encounter part series “Why be Catholic?” Aug. Myers; in Sarasota the sessions with Pope Francis, Bishop Dewane 21, with Bishop Frank J. Dewane are also on Thursdays and taking said the way the world has em- as the guest speaker. The event place at St. Thomas More Parish; braced the Holy Father is a sign of was hosted by San Pedro Parish in and in Lakewood Ranch on Thurs- hope. Pope Francis has breathed North Port and drew in a number days, starting Oct. 16, at Our Lady a new perspective on the Church’s of young adults from the area, in- of the Angels Parish. timeless teachings and “given us cluding Venice and Sarasota. All the Theology on Tap gather- a different way to see things,” he Theology on Tap has taken on a ings start at 6:30 p.m. and provide said. He noted that Pope Francis new format this year with several dinner and free baby-sitting in an wanted to specifically know what TOTs running throughout the Dio- effort to also reach young parents the Diocese is doing to reach the cese in themed series offered ac- Young adults interact with Bishop Frank J. Dewane during a Theology who otherwise would not be able young people, showing an obvious cording to parish clusters. George on Tap gathering Aug. 21 at San Pedro Parish. to attend. concern and care for the future of Smith, Director of Youth and Young The first six-pack in North Port the Church. Adults, is excited for the future of aimed to explain why a person Bishop Dewane also spoke the program. meeting this need and is excited to Foss likes that Theology on Tap of- should choose the Catholic Church about the kindness and humility of “The success of the San Pedro see the program grow.” fers “a casual setting to get one’s over another religion or no faith at Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, who series is a testament to the need The new format is “creative and feet wet in theology, and for many all. It covered various topics perti- appointed Bishop Dewane to the for young adult events within the efficient,” according to Renee Foss, it sparks the desire to keep learning nent to young Catholics from the Diocese of Venice, and then spoke Church,” Smith said. “This is why a graduate of New College and pa- more,” she said. “With this knowl- scientific evidence for the exis- at length about St. John Paul II, parishes throughout the Diocese rishioner of St. Martha in Sarasota. edge under our belts, we can bet- tence of God to the unquestionable who he worked under at the Vati- have embraced the program and “I appreciate the shorter talks be- ter engage the world in our daily contributions the Catholic Church can for a number of years. He re- look forward to offering it to their cause this fostered more time for life and, by God’s grace, spread the has made to Western civilization. called the regular lunch meetings communities. … People in their discussion. … It was refreshing to light of Christ.” Bishop Dewane shared his re- which were “friendly, jovial and 20s and 30s are yearning to know get to meet new young adults hun- The next Theology on Tap six- flections on the papacy and his (the Holy Father) liked to tease,” as more about their Faith and to build gry to learn more about the Faith.” pack series for the North Port- personal experiences with the he tried to make people feel wel- strong communities with their Knowing how daunting it can Venice area will start Oct. 9 at last three popes, noting that the comed, often speaking to them in peers. The Bishop is committed to be to study the Faith on one’s own, Epiphany Cathedral in Venice. Holy Father unites all Catholics their native language. n 7 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 12-25, 2014 Youth carry the load Staff report the call of Pope Francis to serve the poor. In addition to youth volun- IMMOKALEE | From the north teers, numerous parishes within to the south end of the Diocese of the Diocese of Venice also provide Venice, the youth in the Parishes adult volunteers and food and other are serving the poor. Throughout supplies to the soup kitchen and the the summer, youth groups fill in neighboring food pantry. the volunteer gap created when the The parent organization, Guada- “snowbirds” flock north for cooler lupe Social Services, which shares weather. a building with the soup kitchen, “We struggle to find volunteers serves the needy of Immokalee in the summer and the Parishes are through a food pantry, a financial supportive by sending their youth assistance program, citizenship groups,” said Tricia Yeggy, program and immigration services, School director of Guadalupe Social Ser- on Wheels, and special efforts such vices of Catholic Charities Diocese as back-to-school assistance, Undy of Venice, located in Immokalee. Sunday, and holiday food and gift In mid-August, youth groups programs. Those programs serve from San Marco Parish in Marco people seeking long-term help ver- Island, St. Katharine Drexel Parish sus the immediate need of a hot in Cape Coral and Epiphany Cathe- Youth groups from San Marco Parish, St. Katharine Drexel Parish and Epiphany Cathedral Parish serve meal. dral Parish in Venice all spent a day lunch at the Casa Maria Soup Kitchen. (PHOTOS COURTESY | DIOCESE OF VENICE) Those interested in volunteer- stocking the food pantry and serv- ing at Casa Maria Soup Kitchen ing lunch at the Casa Maria Soup or for the programs of Guada- Kitchen. women and children each weekday For many who go to the soup can make the difference between lupe Social Services can call 239- “It is so inspiring to have the and serves approximately 35,000 hot kitchen, the hot meal is the only life and death. 657-6242 or visit www.catholic youth groups here with us,” Yeggy lunches each year. food they will have all day. Whether The impact the soup kitchen has charitiesdov.org. Those interested said. “We could not fulfill our mis- Immokalee, one of the poorest there are volunteers available or not, on the community is made possible in supporting the work of Catholic sion without them.” communities in Florida, is located at 11:30 a.m. each weekday the doors thanks to the support of many do- Charities in Immokalee can use the “They have a heart for service,” in the northeast corner of Collier to the soup kitchen open and people nors and volunteers. Donors provide website or send a check to: Guada- said Colleen Roca, youth director at County. The primary employment in need are there seeking a hot meal. food to cover many of the meals. Fi- lupe Social Services, P.O. Box 5034, Epiphany Cathedral Parish. “This is opportunities are limited to the agri- There are many needy people in nancial donations provide the oper- Immokalee, FL 34143. Make checks what Christ calls us to do as Chris- cultural industry, which offers only Immokalee. A few are homeless, but ational costs and go to cover the cost payable to “Guadalupe Social Ser- tians. They love being here.” low-paying seasonal work. Much most are individuals who are out of any food that isn’t donated. vices.” If you would like to make a Casa Maria Soup Kitchen is a of the population is transient, but of work or families who don’t have But Yeggy explained it is the vol- direct donation to the soup kitchen, program of Guadalupe Social Ser- for those who live in the area year- enough money to get by without unteers who show up each day that please note that on the check. n vices that feeds more than 100 men, round jobs are few and far between. help. The ability to have a hot meal make the difference by answering

Newsbriefs older than 60 at ordination. Only the ils, and the mothers have avoided a day, Thursday, Friday and Church and a vital component of Diocese accepting Bishop may dispense. Ordination is lifetime of regret. During that same Saturday. For Fort Myers, visit the New Evangelization,” Sammons applicants for anticipated in June 2020. The dia- time, 100 abortion workers left their www.40daysforlife.com/fort said. “Through RCIA, those who are conate program has two phases dur- jobs and 56 abortion centers have myers, email 40daysforlifeFM@ interested in the Catholic Church Permanent Deacon ing five years of formation: evening closed. The Diocese of Venice has gmail.com or call 239-888-6887. The can learn what it means to live and courses with the Diocesan Institute been involved with 40 Days for Life vigil hours are 9 a.m.-5 p.m., seven believe as a Catholic. A successful class of 2020 for Catholic Studies and Formation, since it went nationwide in 2008. days a week. RCIA program combines both a Bishop Frank J. Dewane has ap- and eight annual formation week- Getting involved in these peace- systematic teaching of the Catholic proved the call for applicants to the ends with the Diaconate Formation ful prayer vigils for the sanctity of RCIA catechists Faith as well as a prayerful call to permanent diaconate class of 2020. Program. human life even for an hour or more conversion for all those who are led Those interested in learning about Further information is available can have a profound impact on the learn about to the Church.” what is needed to become a perma- from the Diaconate Office by calling participants. new program Speakers included Brian Truck- nent deacon are invited to attend Deacon William Ladroga, Director Former Planned Parenthood Di- enbrod and Julie Musselman, both one of two discernment-informa- of Diaconate Student Formation, at rector Abby Johnson said recently Religious educators from across of Lighthouse Catholic Media, who tion meetings: Oct. 4 at St. Leo Par- 941-484-9543, ext. 3080; or 941-378- at an event in Naples that from her the Diocese of Venice gathered in explained an exciting new program ish, 28290 Beaumont Road, Bonita 7070. experience, when people are outside late August to learn about a new ap- titled “Symblon,” detailing how Springs; and Oct. 25 at St. Martha an abortion center praying, women proach which will help strengthen it will help faith formation for the Parish, 200 N. Orange Ave., Sara- 40 Days for Life are less likely to show up for their current Rite of Christian Initiation entire Parish. “Symblon” is from sota. The meetings are from 10 a.m. appointments. Common responses for Adults (RCIA) programs. the St. Augustine Institute and in- to 2 p.m. and wives are asked to at- fall campaign that people praying on the sidewalk The Diocese Office of Evangeli- cludes DVDs and online access so tend. A light lunch will be provided. begins Sept. 24 hear from women are, “I was look- zation organized the RCIA Training anyone can watch from anywhere. Inquirers must be Catholics in ing for a sign from God not to go Day Aug. 20 at Our Lady of Perpetual The format helps RCIA candidates good standing and fully initiated If you could do something to help through with it,” and “I changed my Help Retreat Center in Venice, and and catechumens learn the faith in into the faith for at least five years. save lives, would you do it? Every- mind because you were there.” See- more than 100 participated includ- a modern way. If married, applicants must be in a one will have such an opportunity ing people praying on the sidewalk ing priests, deacons, Directors of Re- The talks during the day fo- stable marriage for at least five years during the 40 Days for Life fall cam- reminds women that there is some- ligious Education, Parish staff and cused on RCIA principles; the Call and the wife of an applicant must be paigns in Sarasota and Fort Myers thing intrinsically wrong with the lay volunteers. They represented to Conversion; the importance of willing to participate in the forma- from Sept. 24 to Nov. 2. Participants choice to abort a child. more than 30 parishes. prayer; and ways of presenting the tion weekend program for at least simply sign up, show up and pray. For information on Sarasota 40 The goal of the training day was whole Deposit of Faith. The day the first two years. Letters of rec- People are often surprised how Days for Life prayer vigil in front of intended to help Parishes strength- also included an open discussion ommendation from the applicant’s effective such a simple action can the Planned Parenthood on Central en their RCIA programs and teams about the changing face of the RCIA wife and pastor are mandatory. be in helping young mothers choose Avenue, visit www.40daysforlife. in such a way as to help new mem- program in modern culture, talks Single men must understand that life for their babies. Since 40 Days for com/sarasota, call 941-483-0880 bers of the Church remain practic- about what does and does not work, deacons cannot marry. Life began in 2007, more than 8,900 or email 40daysforlifesarasota@ ing Catholics, explained Eric Sam- but most importantly the sharing of An inquirer must be no younger babies have been spared from abor- gmail.com. The vigil hours are mons, Director of Evangelization. best practices. The day also includ- than 35 years of age in 2015 and no tion through the national prayer vig- 9 a.m.-5 p.m., Monday, Tues- “RCIA is key to the future of the ed Mass. Sept. 12-25, 2014 The Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 8

DIOCESAN EVENTS of the Mass; additional dates to Veterans Day Mass, Nov. 11, 3 Road, Grove City. Sponsored by the celebrate its 50th anniversary follow. Call 941-766-7334 for times p.m., Sarasota National Cemetery, Women’s Guild. Cost: $7, includes Sunday, Nov. 2, 1:15 p.m., 9810 State Road 72 (Clark Road), games, lunch and door prizes. Institute for Catholic Studies and session locations. followed by an outdoor concert. Sarasota. Main celebrant: Bishop Reservations required. 941-697- and Formation diploma Gala, Saturday, Nov. 8, will Permanent diaconate Frank J. Dewane. All priests, 4899. courses, start in September. formation program deacons and faithful are invited to celebrate the silver and golden Mondays: Hebrew Scriptures and Learn about natural family discernment information attend and participate in honoring anniversaries of the school and biblical foundations, Matthew planning, a safe, healthy and meetings, Oct. 4, St. Leo Parish the men and women who served parish respectively. Visit www. Caes; and Wednesdays: Methods of hall, 28290 Beaumont Road, effective method in line with standrewsilverandgold.com for our country, and those who are Catholic teaching, Sundays, Sept. pastoral theology, Father Severyn Bonita Springs; and Oct. 25, St. more information. serving us today. 21, Oct. 19, and Nov. 16, 2-4:30 Kovalyshin. Call 941-766-7334 to Martha Parish, Brother Geenan College campus outreach register. Hall, 200 N. Orange Ave., Sarasota. Scripture Conference, Nov. p.m., Our Lady of the Angels, 15, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, information. Bishop’s Prayer Walk for Both sessions are 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Lakewood Ranch. Led by Spencer Venice. Theme: “Understanding • Catholic Student Life, Monday, Sept. 15, 8 a.m., followed by a closing Mass. For and Andrea McSorley. 941-348- the Gospels.” Open to all. Office Organization (CSO) at Florida Mass, St. William Parish, Naples. those interested in the diaconate 3258. For more information about of Evangelization, 941-484-9543, Gulf Coast University meets Bishop Frank J. Dewane, celebrant. and their wives. Deacon William NFP classes, visit ccli.org. evangelization@dioceseofvenice. Commemorates fifth anniversary Ladroga, Director of Diaconate Faith and Wine, Sept. 25, on campus Sundays, 7 p.m., org. of Planned Parenthood’s decision Student Formation, 941-484-9543 6:30 p.m., St. John the Evangelist followed by Mass, in Cohen Hall, to perform abortions in Naples. or 941-378-7070. Novena of Masses for Life, Parish, Naples. Diverse women Room 214 for adoration. “CSO the 25th of each month, started Dinner,” Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. Prayer vigil at Planned Parenthood Encourage meeting, Oct. seeking fellowship and greater March 25 at different parishes follows Mass. Call Patricia, 239-248- 7, 7 p.m., Resurrection Parish. A understanding of Catholic Faith. Bible studies, Wednesdays, 7:30 throughout the Diocese through 0694. Catholic apostolate supporting Speaker: musician Gabriella Frei. p.m. Contact Father Michael Dec. 25. A special observance of Theology on Tap – Naples, families of those struggling with $20, prepayment required at Goodyear: frgoodyear@gmail. the life of Jesus in the womb of Sept. 16, St. Peter the Apostle; same-sex attraction. Speaker: a www.faithandwine.com. Future com, 239-849-7445. Catholic our Blessed Mother, Masses are Sept. 23, St. William. Starts at 6:30 former fashion model who was dates are Oct. 16, Nov. 13, Dec. Student Organization is also on offered for a greater respect for all p.m. All young adults 18-39 years recently featured in a documentary 11; in 2015, Jan. 8, Feb. 19, Facebook. human life. For complete schedule, old invited. Baby-sitting available will share his testimony. Free. All March 12, April 9. • Catholic Club at New visit www.dioceseofvenice.org/ for young couples. BYOB. George are invited to attend. Office of 2014 Catholic Medical College of Florida, Ringling respectlife. Smith, [email protected] Evangelization, 941-484-9543. Association Conference, College of Art and Design, and National March for Life or 941-484-9543 Theology on Tap – Venice, Oct. Sept. 25-27, Loews Portofino University of South Florida planning, for those interested Theology on Tap – Fort 9, 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 13, 6:30 p.m., Bay Hotel, Orlando. Theme: (Sarasota) meets Sundays for in going to the Jan. 22, 2015, Myers, Sept. 18, 25 and Oct. 2, “Courage in Medicine: Mass at 7 p.m. at rotating Epiphany Cathedral. All young march in Washington, D.C. Learn 6:30 p.m., Our Lady of Light Parish, adults 18-39 years old invited. Defending and Proclaiming campus locations. Bible study on Fort Myers. All young adults 18-39 more at marchforlife.org/march- the Faith in the New campus each Wednesday night. Baby-sitting available for young with-us/2015-hotel-information. years old invited. Baby-sitting Evangelization.” Speakers will Contact Father Matthew Grady: couples. BYOB. George Smith, For local information, contact available for young couples. include Cardinal Raymond Burke, [email protected], [email protected] or Jeanne Berdeaux, 941-441-1101 or BYOB. George Smith, gsmith@ 941-484-9543. Archbishop Zygmunt Zimowski, 941-921-6631. Catholic Club is also [email protected]. Dr. George Weigel, Mary Jo dioceseofvenice.org or 941-484- Bereavement Training Day, on Facebook. Casa Maria soup kitchen. Anderson, Mike Aquilina and 9543. Oct 11, for those who work with Guadalupe Social Services of many others. In addition to Are you a Catholic physician, Theology on Tap – Sarasota, bereavement, grief, loss, and the Catholic Charities in Immokalee lectures, daily Mass, rosary, health care professional or Sept. 18, 25, St. Thomas More homebound. Keynote speaker: manages the soup kitchen — confessions, and Eucharistic medical student? The Catholic Parish; Oct. 29, Oct. 6, 13, St. Patrick Carrie Hanson. Contact Office of including feeding a hot meal to Adoration will be provided. To Medical Association (CMA) Parish. Starts at 6:30 p.m. All young Evangelization, 941-484-9543. helps doctors and health care adults 18-39 years old invited. 100 people each day — clothing register or for more information: Ignatian spirituality retreats, and shower programs formerly www.cathmed.org. professionals grow in faith, Baby-sitting available for young Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat run by Guadalupe Center. Anyone Oktoberfest, Oct. 4, 10 a.m.-4 maintain ethical integrity and couples. BYOB. George Smith, Center, Venice. Includes food, wishing to support the soup p.m., St. John the Evangelist provide excellent health care in [email protected] or fellowship, quiet reflection and kitchen can send donations to: Parish, Naples. Benefits those accordance with the teachings 941-484-9543. opportunity for spiritual growth. Guadalupe Social Services, P.O. Box in need of assistance in the of the Church. The CMA offers Ten Commandment hike, Cost: $395 per person, includes 5034, Immokalee, FL 34143, and Immokalee area, particularly professional, spiritual, and moral Sept. 20, 8:30 a.m.-noon, Our three nights’ accommodations note the intention is to support the food pantries. Sponsored support through local chapters Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat (private rooms and baths) and all the soup kitchen; or visit www. by Knights of Columbus Council and annual national conferences Center, 3989 S. Moon Drive, Venice. meals. Registration: 941-486-0233 catholiccharitiesdov.org and click 11281. Exhibits, rides, games, featuring world-class speakers and All Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, and or [email protected]. DONATE NOW. German music, entertainment CME credits. Visit www.cathmed. American Heritage Girls in grades • Women only: Oct. 13-16. one-five of the Southwest Florida Television Mass for the and food. Tickets: $7 for adults; org to learn more. Council and/or Diocese of Venice • Men only: Nov. 3-6; Dec. 15- homebound in the northern $3 for children 4 to 12; free for World Meeting of Families invited. Scouts, parents and siblings 18. portions of the diocese, 10 a.m. children 3 and under. Tickets: 2015, “Love Is Our Mission: The are welcome. Wear appropriate Theology on Tap – Lakewood on ION Television Network; in the st.johntheevangelist.com/ways- Family Fully Alive.” Meeting will shoes and clothes (Class-A, Ranch, Oct. 16, 23, 30 and Nov. 6, southern portions of the diocese, to-give or 239-566-8740. take place Sept. 22-27, 2015, in dress uniform), sun block, insect 13, 20, 6:30 p.m., Our Lady of the 10 a.m., on WFTX-TV (FOX-4). Reunion. St. Andrew Parish Philadelphia. Pope Francis has been repellent and carry sufficient water. Angels Parish. All young adults Check your local listings for channel and School seek all alumni invited to participate. Visit www. $5 per participant; free for siblings 18-39 years old invited. Baby- information. Leaflet missals are of the school to attend a 25th worldmeeting2015.org. under 5. Register online: www. sitting available for young couples. available upon request by calling anniversary reunion. Parish will swflcouncilbsa.org. Bob Paquette, BYOB. George Smith, gsmith@ 941-484-9543 and asking about the 941-966-4956 or robertpaquette@ dioceseofvenice.org or 941-484- TV Mass or by writing: TV Mass, snet.net. 9543. Diocese of Venice, 1000 Pinebrook Road, Venice, FL 34285. Contact 40 Days for Life, Sept. 24-Nov. Youth Rally, Nov. 1, Charlotte Harbor Event Center, Punta Gail Ardy, 941-486-4714, ardy@ 2. Join others in praying for an dioceseofvenice.org. end to abortion during the fall Gorda. Presenters include Matt campaign in Sarasota or Fort Fredd, Leah Darrow and the band, Safe Environment training. Myers. Visit www.40daysforlife.com L’Angelus. All seventh-12th-graders As part of the Safe Environment for locations and times; or contact invited. Register through parish Program, the Diocese of Venice Jeanne Berdeaux, Berdeaux@ religious education leaders or requires that all employees and dioceseofvenice.org, 941-441-1101. Catholic schools, or contact George those volunteers who work with Smith, gsmith@dioceseofvenice. children and/or vulnerable adults Diocesan Marriage Tribunal be fingerprinted and trained in information evening, Sept. 29, 7 org. Premarital Inventory training Safe Environment. For class times p.m., St. Michael Parish, Wauchula. and locations, contact your local For those who have experienced sessions, Nov. 4 and Nov. 6, Institute for Catholic Studies and parish or Diocesan school or visit a civil divorce/dissolution and the Diocesan website at www. wish to consider re-establishing Formation, Port Charlotte. All priests, deacons and laity of the dioceseofvenice.org. Report all their freedom for a new marriage abuses against minors to the in the Catholic Church. Includes Diocese of Venice who work with engaged couples are asked to Florida Department of Children short presentation on the types and Families at 1-800-962-2873. To of marriage cases considered register for one of four training sessions, led by Chris Codden of report abuse by Diocesan personnel by the Tribunal along with an or volunteers, call the Diocesan opportunity for questions and Diocese of St. Cloud, Minn. Contact Office of Evangelization, 941-484- Victims Assistance Coordinator answers by participants with Barbara DiCocco at 941-416-6114. Tribunal personnel. No reservation 9543. required and all are welcome. Call Theology on Tap – in Spanish, the Tribunal Department, 941-484- Nov. 5, 12, 19, 26 and Dec. 3, 10, 9543. 6 p.m., St. Jude Parish, Sarasota. COMMUNITY Adult faith formation video All young adults 18-39 years old EVENTS 32004-0912 conferencing. Oct. 1, Bishop invited. Baby-sitting available for Frank J. Dewane: Reflections on young couples. BYOB. George Card parties, first Wednesdays, the Gospel of Matthew; Oct. 8, Smith, [email protected] 11:30 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Francis of Father George Ratzmann: History or 941-484-9543. Assisi Parish hall, 5265 Placida 9 Florida Catholic Sept. 12-25, 2014 Remembering Venice’s founding shepherd — Bishop John J. Nevins Remembering Venice’s founding shepherd — Bishop John J. Nevins Sept. 12-25, 2014 Florida Catholic 10

The Legacy of Bishop John J. Nevins Shepherd remembered for ‘pastoral zeal’ is laid to rest

Jean Gonzalez bus, Knights and Ladies of the Holy cause he was such a character,” Arch- be seen as the archbishop talked about training as a social worker; that came of the Florida Catholic staff Sepulcher, and the faithful gathered to bishop Favalora said. “The Irish wit and the joy the bishop had when priests and from his priestly heart and his own per- fill the cathedral and say a final farewell humor he displayed often hid a deep religious gathered at his residence for a sonal experience. What his faith meant VENICE | Sitting in a pew at Epiph- to Bishop Nevins. Along with some 200 longing underneath. John was compli- meal. to him he wanted to share with others.” any Cathedral in Venice, Franciscan priests and deacons from the diocese, cated, like so many of us are.” “He was bonded with all priests and In speaking of “John’s sensitive soul,” Father Joseph Connolly let out a chuckle clergy from other parts of Florida at- While he said “John” held a deep and religious with his Father’s love,” Arch- Archbishop Favalora spoke about how before saying in a whisper, “It’s no won- tended, including Bishops Gerald M. sensitive soul, he had a pure, simple love bishop Favalora said. the death of Anne Nevins affected her der why they put him in a Kelly green Barbarito of Palm Beach, Felipe Estevez for the people he served and the servants His dedication to the poor and needy only son. The two were very close, and af- coffin.” of St. Augustine, John Noonan of Or- of God he served alongside. Yes, he was was an authentic representation of his ter her death in 1999, the archbishop said The pastor of Our Lady Queen of Mar- lando, Gregory L. Parkes of Pensacola- known for “well-prepared, albeit lengthy episcopal motto, “To Serve with Mercy.” there was a visible change in the bishop tyrs Parish was fondly remembering Tallahassee and Peter Baldacchino of homilies,” but only because he took his Before arriving in Venice, Bishop Nev- The scandals that faced the national Bishop John J. Nevins as he awaited the Miami. Retired Bishops J. Kevin Boland episcopal responsibility of being a teach- ins served in social work with Catho- Church in the early 2000s also jolted the beginning of the bishop’s funeral Mass of Savannah, John H. Ricard of Pensaco- er very seriously. He was a collector, even lic Charities, and his dedication to the bishop. He hurt when the Church hurt. Sept. 3. Just one pew away was the closed la-Tallahassee, and Victor Galeone of St. considered a pack rat, but if one visited poor and vulnerable continued when he In 2007, Bishop Nevins officially re- casket of Bishop Nevins, founding bish- Augustine also attended. Retired Bishop his home and commented on an item, he moved to the Venice Diocese, where he tired, leaving the diocese in the hands of op of Venice and only son of Irish-immi- John Snyder of St. Augustine and Arch- would offer its history and then offer the offered much love and support to area Bishop Dewane. He had plans to spend Pallbearers for Bishop John J. Nevins' casket stop before the founding bishop of Venice is laid in his final resting grant parents. The Emerald Isle played a bishop Thomas Wenski were unavail- item to that person to take home. farmworkers. (See story below). half the year in Ireland, where his be- place. The priests who served as pall bearers included, from left, Fathers Steven McNamara, Jose Gonzalez, Robert big role in the bishop’s life, and in death able to attend. “He was as generous with his posses- “The bishop’s pastoral zeal drove him loved mother was buried, and the rest of Dziedziak, Jean-Marie Fritz Ligonde, George Ratzmann, Fausto Stampiglia, Mark Heuberger and Michael Cannon. his body lay in state in a colorful coffin. Bishop Frank J. Dewane, who became sions as he was with his faith,” said Arch- to champion justice wherever it was the year in Southwest Florida. But those Not shown are Fathers Jack Costello and Celestino Guiterrez. Bishop Nevins was entombed in his final resting place Inside, he was laid to rest with signifi- second bishop of Venice in 2007, served bishop Favalora, who added the bishop lacking,” Archbishop Favalora said, add- plans would not come to pass. Shortly at the cathedral. (JEAN GONZALEZ | FC) cant items: a simple, white miter upon as main celebrant at the Mass. But it was was also a collector of stories. “And he ing that Bishop Nevins tried to mimic after his retirement, Bishop Nevins municate, even with small words or the bishop no longer spoke. And it was together,” Archbishop Favalora said. his head, a rosary in his left hand, and a Archbishop Emeritus John C. Favalora retold them at the slightest provocation the compassionate heart of Jesus. Just became ill and returned to Venice full gestures. He recalled how he could al- in those moments that the archbishop “Last Tuesday evening, for John J. Nev- Liturgy of the Hours at his side. Around of Miami, a longtime friend and asso- and even with no provocation at all.” as Jesus sought to teach others of God’s time. His body slowly deteriorated from ways get a rise from his friend when he realized his friend — a man with a rest- ins, good and faithful son, zealous his neck was his pectoral cross, hanging ciate of Bishop Nevins, who delivered When the archbishop spoke about kind, merciful, forgiving and compas- his illness and, as the archbishop put it, would mimic the way Archbishop Cole- less spirit who always liked to be physi- priest, good shepherd of the Diocese of from a green cord. the homily. Personal, sentimental and how “John” offered a “personal fervori- sionate love, so did the bishop. he was living “his own Passion, as each man Carroll of Miami, a mentor of the cally on the move — was truly journey- Venice, his long silence was broken by “He was a great man,” Father Con- profound, the archbishop constantly no,” or pep talk, to each confirmation “That is the comfort that the bishop day he was becoming more and more bishop, would scold him: “Hey, Nevins! ing once again. the blessed words of Jesus in their full nolly said. “He had been sick for seven referred to his episcopal brother not as candidate he confirmed, priests sit- sought to bring to all the distressed — to like his beloved Lord.” What do you want?” “I believe that silence marked his meaning, ‘Come to me who are weary years, and now he is at peace.” “Bishop Nevins,” but simply as “John.” ting in the pews nodded their heads in know the Father’s mercy,” said the arch- Although his body was weak, Arch- That usually got a smile, until the resting in the Lord. … He seemed to and find life burdensome. Come and be Bishop John J. Nevins in 2006. Priests, religious, Knights of Colum- “You enjoyed being around him be- agreement. The same response could bishop. “And that did not come from his bishop Favalora said “John” would com- last year of his life. The archbishop said be in transition, just him and Jesus refreshed. Come, John, and rest.” n Bishop’s legacy best memorialized by working for justice

Jean Gonzalez compassionate spirit, passed away at his Bishop Nevins’ support at that time was decades. He was among the hundreds of St. Petersburg dioceses. After gaining his of the Florida Catholic staff residence in Venice Aug. 26. He was 82. crucial. He spoke to local religious leaders mourners at Bishop Nevins’ funeral Mass appointment as bishop of Venice, Bishop He was named founding bishop of the of other denominations and faiths, and Sept. 3 at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice. Nevins was invited by longtime friend VENICE | When Lucas Benitez de- newly created Venice Diocese in 1984 by encouraged them to understand what the McCarron said Bishop Nevins always dis- Bishop Thomas Larkin, then bishop of St. scribes Bishop Emeritus John J. Nevins, Pope John Paul II. His episcopal motto farmworkers needed. played a soulful and compassionate spirit Petersburg, to take a tour of the northern he not only speaks about a leader, but also — “To Serve With Mercy” — was not just At the time of the strike, Cardinal Wil- for those who were vulnerable, whether counties. He did so by helicopter, and de- about a friend he greatly admired. four words: The motto dictated his own liam Keeler, then shepherd of Baltimore, immigrants, the elderly, the unborn or scribed the area as “paradise.” “He was more than just a bishop to us thoughts and actions. He prayed with pro- was visiting the diocese for an event. Al- people in the fields.” After losing his father at a young age, farmworkers. He was a person who chose life advocates in front of abortion clinics, though it was in Naples, Bishop Nevins “He was a true defender of the faith he created a strong bond with his mother, to fight for justice, and not just with words held hands and listened to the elderly, convinced the cardinal to take a 40-mile with a tremendous heart for the least of Anne. During his episcopacy, his mother but with actions,” said the co-director of marched with farmworkers seeking just side trip through the agriculture back our brethren,” McCarron said. “His confi- was close by, and the bishop would take the Coalition of Immokalee Workers. “He wages and conditions, corresponded with roads to visit the men on strike. Benitez dence in our Church teachings led him to her on errands and to the hairdresser. He was a great friend who uplifted us, stood soldiers overseas, and told people young said it meant the world to the strikers to take many strong positions in the public cared for her until she passed away in De- In this 1997 file photo, Bishop Nevins hugs one of the with us and was there when we needed and old to seek comfort in Mary and fol- gain such support, and he credits Bishop policy arena.” cember 1999. farmworkers who participated in a hunger strike. Bishop him. He was a tremendous man who was low the Gospel of Jesus. Nevins with starting the flame that has Although Bishop Nevins loved the Sun- And although he was an only child, Nevins advocated for the strikers while fervantly praying greatly loved.” And he did hold a special love for the ar- grown into national support for coalition shine State as much as a native, he was a Bishop Nevins treated his fellow priests as for their health The bishop, known for his gentle de- ea’s farmworkers, and celebrated his last efforts. transplant born in New Rochelle, N.Y., Jan. brothers and the Church was his extend- meanor, infec- public Mass as bishop with the commu- “Now he is our angel in the sky,” Benitez 19, 1932. He attended Blessed Sacrament ed family. As a shepherd of Venice for 23 tious smile and nity in Immokalee at Our Lady of Guada- said. “He is in our hearts and our memo- Grammar School and High School in New years, he enjoyed being present among the ever-endearing lupe Parish there. Benitez recalled ries, and we will remember him. And now, Rochelle, where the Christian Brothers people he served, offering handshakes, the moment fondly, espe- we must continue his work and fight for educated him. He then attended Iona hugs and smiles with as much loving sin- cially when the bishop put social justice in his name. That is the best College in New Rochelle, also run by the cerity as he would celebrate the Eucharist his hands upon the head way to remember him.” Christian Brothers. Later he attended The at the altar. And the son of a doting Irish of Benitez’s young son Prior to serving in Venice, Bishop Nev- Catholic University of America in Wash- mother, he could dance a jig well. and offered a blessing. ins served the Miami Archdiocese as a ington, D.C., where he received a Bach- Hundreds gathered for a final fare- Benitez also spoke priest and later an auxiliary bishop. He elor of Arts degree in pastoral theology, well to the bishop, each with endearing about one of his first demonstrated a special gift for caring for and Tulane University in New Orleans, memories of the man. At the end of the personal encounters refugees, the poor and the needy. While where he received a Master of Social Work funeral Mass, the bishop was entombed with Bishop Nevins — in Miami, he served as archdiocesan di- degree. in a crypt within the cathedral’s walls. during the 1997 hun- rector of Catholic Charities (formerly the He came to the Miami Archdiocese in Some mourners wondered why he was ger strike in which a Catholic Welfare Bureau), assistant direc- 1960 after being ordained a priest June not buried next to his mother in Ireland. group of farmworkers tor of resettlement, and as pastor and as- 6, 1959, at the National Shrine of the Im- But as one friend, who wished to remain Bishops from Florida, including Auxiliary Bishop Peter Baldacchino of Miami, Bishop Robert N. participated to raise sistant at several South Florida parishes. maculate Conception in Washington, D.C. anonymous, explained, it was one last gift Lynch of St. Petersburg, Bishop Felipe Estevez of St. Augustine, retired Bishop John H. Ricard Above, Bishop Nevins participates in a youth rally, raising local and national D. Michael McCarron, former executive The area encompassing the Venice to the people of the Venice Diocese — the of Pensacola-Tallahassee, and his successor, Bishop Gregory Parkes, stand in prayer during the his hands in youthful spirit along with teens. At right, he awareness about director of the Florida Conference of Cath- Diocese was previously part of the Mi- opportunity to visit his final resting place funeral Mass of Bishop John J. Nevins of Venice. The founding bishop of Venice died Aug. 26, greets a well-wisher at a retirement celebration in 2007. t heir struggles. olic Bishops, knew the bishop for three ami Archdiocese, and the Orlando and without traveling far from home. n at the age of 82. (JEAN GONZALEZ | FC) 9 Florida Catholic Sept. 12-25, 2014 Remembering Venice’s founding shepherd — Bishop John J. Nevins Remembering Venice’s founding shepherd — Bishop John J. 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The Legacy of Bishop John J. Nevins Shepherd remembered for ‘pastoral zeal’ is laid to rest

Jean Gonzalez bus, Knights and Ladies of the Holy cause he was such a character,” Arch- be seen as the archbishop talked about training as a social worker; that came of the Florida Catholic staff Sepulcher, and the faithful gathered to bishop Favalora said. “The Irish wit and the joy the bishop had when priests and from his priestly heart and his own per- fill the cathedral and say a final farewell humor he displayed often hid a deep religious gathered at his residence for a sonal experience. What his faith meant VENICE | Sitting in a pew at Epiph- to Bishop Nevins. Along with some 200 longing underneath. John was compli- meal. to him he wanted to share with others.” any Cathedral in Venice, Franciscan priests and deacons from the diocese, cated, like so many of us are.” “He was bonded with all priests and In speaking of “John’s sensitive soul,” Father Joseph Connolly let out a chuckle clergy from other parts of Florida at- While he said “John” held a deep and religious with his Father’s love,” Arch- Archbishop Favalora spoke about how before saying in a whisper, “It’s no won- tended, including Bishops Gerald M. sensitive soul, he had a pure, simple love bishop Favalora said. the death of Anne Nevins affected her der why they put him in a Kelly green Barbarito of Palm Beach, Felipe Estevez for the people he served and the servants His dedication to the poor and needy only son. The two were very close, and af- coffin.” of St. Augustine, John Noonan of Or- of God he served alongside. Yes, he was was an authentic representation of his ter her death in 1999, the archbishop said The pastor of Our Lady Queen of Mar- lando, Gregory L. Parkes of Pensacola- known for “well-prepared, albeit lengthy episcopal motto, “To Serve with Mercy.” there was a visible change in the bishop tyrs Parish was fondly remembering Tallahassee and Peter Baldacchino of homilies,” but only because he took his Before arriving in Venice, Bishop Nev- The scandals that faced the national Bishop John J. Nevins as he awaited the Miami. Retired Bishops J. Kevin Boland episcopal responsibility of being a teach- ins served in social work with Catho- Church in the early 2000s also jolted the beginning of the bishop’s funeral Mass of Savannah, John H. Ricard of Pensaco- er very seriously. He was a collector, even lic Charities, and his dedication to the bishop. He hurt when the Church hurt. Sept. 3. Just one pew away was the closed la-Tallahassee, and Victor Galeone of St. considered a pack rat, but if one visited poor and vulnerable continued when he In 2007, Bishop Nevins officially re- casket of Bishop Nevins, founding bish- Augustine also attended. Retired Bishop his home and commented on an item, he moved to the Venice Diocese, where he tired, leaving the diocese in the hands of op of Venice and only son of Irish-immi- John Snyder of St. Augustine and Arch- would offer its history and then offer the offered much love and support to area Bishop Dewane. He had plans to spend Pallbearers for Bishop John J. Nevins' casket stop before the founding bishop of Venice is laid in his final resting grant parents. The Emerald Isle played a bishop Thomas Wenski were unavail- item to that person to take home. farmworkers. (See story below). half the year in Ireland, where his be- place. The priests who served as pall bearers included, from left, Fathers Steven McNamara, Jose Gonzalez, Robert big role in the bishop’s life, and in death able to attend. “He was as generous with his posses- “The bishop’s pastoral zeal drove him loved mother was buried, and the rest of Dziedziak, Jean-Marie Fritz Ligonde, George Ratzmann, Fausto Stampiglia, Mark Heuberger and Michael Cannon. his body lay in state in a colorful coffin. Bishop Frank J. Dewane, who became sions as he was with his faith,” said Arch- to champion justice wherever it was the year in Southwest Florida. But those Not shown are Fathers Jack Costello and Celestino Guiterrez. Bishop Nevins was entombed in his final resting place Inside, he was laid to rest with signifi- second bishop of Venice in 2007, served bishop Favalora, who added the bishop lacking,” Archbishop Favalora said, add- plans would not come to pass. Shortly at the cathedral. (JEAN GONZALEZ | FC) cant items: a simple, white miter upon as main celebrant at the Mass. But it was was also a collector of stories. “And he ing that Bishop Nevins tried to mimic after his retirement, Bishop Nevins municate, even with small words or the bishop no longer spoke. And it was together,” Archbishop Favalora said. his head, a rosary in his left hand, and a Archbishop Emeritus John C. Favalora retold them at the slightest provocation the compassionate heart of Jesus. Just became ill and returned to Venice full gestures. He recalled how he could al- in those moments that the archbishop “Last Tuesday evening, for John J. Nev- Liturgy of the Hours at his side. Around of Miami, a longtime friend and asso- and even with no provocation at all.” as Jesus sought to teach others of God’s time. His body slowly deteriorated from ways get a rise from his friend when he realized his friend — a man with a rest- ins, good and faithful son, zealous his neck was his pectoral cross, hanging ciate of Bishop Nevins, who delivered When the archbishop spoke about kind, merciful, forgiving and compas- his illness and, as the archbishop put it, would mimic the way Archbishop Cole- less spirit who always liked to be physi- priest, good shepherd of the Diocese of from a green cord. the homily. Personal, sentimental and how “John” offered a “personal fervori- sionate love, so did the bishop. he was living “his own Passion, as each man Carroll of Miami, a mentor of the cally on the move — was truly journey- Venice, his long silence was broken by “He was a great man,” Father Con- profound, the archbishop constantly no,” or pep talk, to each confirmation “That is the comfort that the bishop day he was becoming more and more bishop, would scold him: “Hey, Nevins! ing once again. the blessed words of Jesus in their full nolly said. “He had been sick for seven referred to his episcopal brother not as candidate he confirmed, priests sit- sought to bring to all the distressed — to like his beloved Lord.” What do you want?” “I believe that silence marked his meaning, ‘Come to me who are weary years, and now he is at peace.” “Bishop Nevins,” but simply as “John.” ting in the pews nodded their heads in know the Father’s mercy,” said the arch- Although his body was weak, Arch- That usually got a smile, until the resting in the Lord. … He seemed to and find life burdensome. Come and be Bishop John J. Nevins in 2006. Priests, religious, Knights of Colum- “You enjoyed being around him be- agreement. The same response could bishop. “And that did not come from his bishop Favalora said “John” would com- last year of his life. The archbishop said be in transition, just him and Jesus refreshed. Come, John, and rest.” n Bishop’s legacy best memorialized by working for justice

Jean Gonzalez compassionate spirit, passed away at his Bishop Nevins’ support at that time was decades. He was among the hundreds of St. Petersburg dioceses. After gaining his of the Florida Catholic staff residence in Venice Aug. 26. He was 82. crucial. He spoke to local religious leaders mourners at Bishop Nevins’ funeral Mass appointment as bishop of Venice, Bishop He was named founding bishop of the of other denominations and faiths, and Sept. 3 at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice. Nevins was invited by longtime friend VENICE | When Lucas Benitez de- newly created Venice Diocese in 1984 by encouraged them to understand what the McCarron said Bishop Nevins always dis- Bishop Thomas Larkin, then bishop of St. scribes Bishop Emeritus John J. Nevins, Pope John Paul II. His episcopal motto farmworkers needed. played a soulful and compassionate spirit Petersburg, to take a tour of the northern he not only speaks about a leader, but also — “To Serve With Mercy” — was not just At the time of the strike, Cardinal Wil- for those who were vulnerable, whether counties. He did so by helicopter, and de- about a friend he greatly admired. four words: The motto dictated his own liam Keeler, then shepherd of Baltimore, immigrants, the elderly, the unborn or scribed the area as “paradise.” “He was more than just a bishop to us thoughts and actions. He prayed with pro- was visiting the diocese for an event. Al- people in the fields.” After losing his father at a young age, farmworkers. He was a person who chose life advocates in front of abortion clinics, though it was in Naples, Bishop Nevins “He was a true defender of the faith he created a strong bond with his mother, to fight for justice, and not just with words held hands and listened to the elderly, convinced the cardinal to take a 40-mile with a tremendous heart for the least of Anne. During his episcopacy, his mother but with actions,” said the co-director of marched with farmworkers seeking just side trip through the agriculture back our brethren,” McCarron said. “His confi- was close by, and the bishop would take the Coalition of Immokalee Workers. “He wages and conditions, corresponded with roads to visit the men on strike. Benitez dence in our Church teachings led him to her on errands and to the hairdresser. He was a great friend who uplifted us, stood soldiers overseas, and told people young said it meant the world to the strikers to take many strong positions in the public cared for her until she passed away in De- In this 1997 file photo, Bishop Nevins hugs one of the with us and was there when we needed and old to seek comfort in Mary and fol- gain such support, and he credits Bishop policy arena.” cember 1999. farmworkers who participated in a hunger strike. Bishop him. He was a tremendous man who was low the Gospel of Jesus. Nevins with starting the flame that has Although Bishop Nevins loved the Sun- And although he was an only child, Nevins advocated for the strikers while fervantly praying greatly loved.” And he did hold a special love for the ar- grown into national support for coalition shine State as much as a native, he was a Bishop Nevins treated his fellow priests as for their health The bishop, known for his gentle de- ea’s farmworkers, and celebrated his last efforts. transplant born in New Rochelle, N.Y., Jan. brothers and the Church was his extend- meanor, infec- public Mass as bishop with the commu- “Now he is our angel in the sky,” Benitez 19, 1932. He attended Blessed Sacrament ed family. As a shepherd of Venice for 23 tious smile and nity in Immokalee at Our Lady of Guada- said. “He is in our hearts and our memo- Grammar School and High School in New years, he enjoyed being present among the ever-endearing lupe Parish there. Benitez recalled ries, and we will remember him. And now, Rochelle, where the Christian Brothers people he served, offering handshakes, the moment fondly, espe- we must continue his work and fight for educated him. He then attended Iona hugs and smiles with as much loving sin- cially when the bishop put social justice in his name. That is the best College in New Rochelle, also run by the cerity as he would celebrate the Eucharist his hands upon the head way to remember him.” Christian Brothers. Later he attended The at the altar. And the son of a doting Irish of Benitez’s young son Prior to serving in Venice, Bishop Nev- Catholic University of America in Wash- mother, he could dance a jig well. and offered a blessing. ins served the Miami Archdiocese as a ington, D.C., where he received a Bach- Hundreds gathered for a final fare- Benitez also spoke priest and later an auxiliary bishop. He elor of Arts degree in pastoral theology, well to the bishop, each with endearing about one of his first demonstrated a special gift for caring for and Tulane University in New Orleans, memories of the man. At the end of the personal encounters refugees, the poor and the needy. While where he received a Master of Social Work funeral Mass, the bishop was entombed with Bishop Nevins — in Miami, he served as archdiocesan di- degree. in a crypt within the cathedral’s walls. during the 1997 hun- rector of Catholic Charities (formerly the He came to the Miami Archdiocese in Some mourners wondered why he was ger strike in which a Catholic Welfare Bureau), assistant direc- 1960 after being ordained a priest June not buried next to his mother in Ireland. group of farmworkers tor of resettlement, and as pastor and as- 6, 1959, at the National Shrine of the Im- But as one friend, who wished to remain Bishops from Florida, including Auxiliary Bishop Peter Baldacchino of Miami, Bishop Robert N. participated to raise sistant at several South Florida parishes. maculate Conception in Washington, D.C. anonymous, explained, it was one last gift Lynch of St. Petersburg, Bishop Felipe Estevez of St. Augustine, retired Bishop John H. Ricard Above, Bishop Nevins participates in a youth rally, raising local and national D. Michael McCarron, former executive The area encompassing the Venice to the people of the Venice Diocese — the of Pensacola-Tallahassee, and his successor, Bishop Gregory Parkes, stand in prayer during the his hands in youthful spirit along with teens. At right, he awareness about director of the Florida Conference of Cath- Diocese was previously part of the Mi- opportunity to visit his final resting place funeral Mass of Bishop John J. Nevins of Venice. The founding bishop of Venice died Aug. 26, greets a well-wisher at a retirement celebration in 2007. t heir struggles. olic Bishops, knew the bishop for three ami Archdiocese, and the Orlando and without traveling far from home. n at the age of 82. (JEAN GONZALEZ | FC) 11 75th ANNIVERSARY Florida Catholic Sept. 12-25, 2014

Farmers and Farmworkers

Dec. 7, 1990 » » Nov. 1, 1985 » » Feb. 7, 1990 Feb. 24, 2000

In this 1985 file photo, an Illinois farmer spells out his plight as he and other farmers feel the pinch of higher interest rates and decreasing land values. It was published in regard to a draft of a proposed bishops’ pastoral letter on the U.S. economy that asked for national

policies to promote family farms. » Feb. 24, 2000

» It is safe to say that just about example NAFTA, the North Ameri- Nov. 15, 1943 every writer who has served the can Foreign Trade Agreement) that Florida Catholic has at one time hurt farmers. written an article about farmers In 1960, a famous documentary and farmworkers. Hundreds and by legendary newsman Edward R. hundreds of archive articles pop up Murrow, called “Harvest of Shame,” with those two keywords. And that shed light on the brutal realities should come as no surprise. facing farmworkers. With Florida Agriculture has been a key in- among states heralding the highest John J. Nevins, a great advocate and Local farmers need farmworkers, dustry for the Sunshine State for population of farmworkers, advo- friend of farmworkers. and vice versa. Farmers have a right more than a century. Whether it is cates and workers themselves cre- But when speaking about the to make a profit, and farmworkers cattle, citrus, sugar or vegetables, ate awareness about deficiencies in challenges faced by farmworkers, have a right to ask for safe working Florida farmers and the workers in housing, safety in the fields, health many of them migrants, readers of- conditions and a just wage. And nei- those fields have put food on the na- care, wages and child care. fered a counterpoint and wrote the ther right should be accomplished tion’s tables. But that has not always For years, the Florida Catholic paper to highlight the challenges at the detriment of the other. been an easy task. has covered marches, boycotts and the farmers’ face, such as being And where does that leave Cath- At left is an interesting article even a hunger strike by farmwork- squeezed by chain stores that don’t olics not involved in farming? Per- from Nov. 15, 1943, which talks ers. Articles have talked about the pay farmers enough. The issues on haps a religious sister who works about how farmers should be ex- need for legislation to keep farm- both sides of the coin necessitate in one of Florida’s rural farming empt from the draft to the war. workers safe and answer a call for more than just a page of headlines. communities best answers that. Three years before that, an article fair wages. Since 2006, the paper There are many lessons to learn She said it is critical that Floridians from Feb. 9, 1940, discussed how has also sponsored an annual shirt from past articles, namely that be aware of where their food comes the “European war” negatively af- drive for farmworkers. Florida bish- there is not always a David-and- from. Buying food from local farms fected U.S. farmers’ abilities to ex- ops have written pastorals in sup- Goliath relationship between farm- makes a difference. port tobacco and fruit. port of farmworkers and farmers, ers and farmworkers. Perhaps that Go online to the 75th Anniver- In years that followed, farmers including one in 2006, “Honoring relationship better describes the sary link to find archive stories, faced a plethora of challenges, from the Dignity of Work: A Call for Soli- big chain stores and the mass-pro- including a 1985 series on farm- upgrading technology to dealing darity with Florida’s Farmworkers duction farming industry on the ing, and coverage of issues affect- with complicated, and sometimes and Other Vulnerable Workers,” Goliath side, and the farmers and ing farmworkers at www.theflorida

controversial, foreign policies (for which was dedicated to Bishop farmworkers together on the other. catholic.org. » Feb. 3, 1978

Oct. 28, 2005 »

» Feb. 26, 1998 » April 5, 2001 Jan. 31, 1986

Two years ago, the Florida Catholic embarked on a journey to preserve the decades of news and events covered since Dec. 1, 1939, the first published edition of the paper. Throughout our 75th year we will publish a “look back” page where we delve into our archives and check out how a topic, event or decade was covered. While portions of newspaper articles will be reprinted on these pages, pages about these topics will be available online at www.thefloridacatholic.org. Just click About this page... on the “75” button. Sept. 12-25, 2014 Florida Catholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS 12 Holy See calls for action in Iraq, UN sends a mission

CNA/EWTN News tive entity, the so-called ‘Islamic State.’” Vatican City | The Holy “People were decapitated as See urged the U.N. to provide they stood for their beliefs, wom- humanitarian aid to Iraq during en were violated without mercy a special session of the Human and sold like slaves in the market, Rights Council, which chose to children were forced into combat, dispatch a mission to the nation and prisoners were slaughtered to investigate alleged violations against all juridical provisions,” and abuses of international hu- the nuncio said. man rights. Archbishop Tomasi stressed The special session of the that the Holy See “calls on all re- U.N. Human Rights Council was gional and international actors held Sept. 1 and concluded with to explicitly condemn the brutal, a resolution adopted without a barbaric, and uncivilized behav- vote, through which the Council ior of the criminal groups fight- condemned the abuse of human ing in eastern Syria and northern rights law which had taken place Iraq.” in Iraq, and requested the Office The Holy See admonished the of the U.N. High Commissioner U.N. that “the responsibility to for Human Rights to dispatch a protect must be assumed in good mission to Iraq faith, within the framework of The Human Rights Council’s international law and humani- task is that of strengthening the tarian law,” and that civil society promotion and protection of hu- cannot “become an instrument of man rights around the globe and regional and international geopo- Refugee children take shelter in the Church of St. Josef in Ankawa, Iraq. (Aid to the Church in Need) of addressing situations of human litical games.” rights violations and to make rec- Archbishop Tomasi urged the ommendations on them. appropriate U.N. agencies to pro- ing the repetition of the atrocities the Levant and associate terrorist a nswers The Holy See had strongly pro- vide “adequate humanitarian aid, that have been committed by the groups, and to establish facts and to Page 16 puzzle moted a special session of the Hu- food, water, medicine and shel- so-called Islamic State group.” circumstances of such abuses and man Rights Council to discuss the ter” to “those fleeing violence,” The Holy See’s call to action violations, with a view to avoiding SHEEN FGHI CASA AEAEA LAIC ASHE Iraqi situation. but it also underscored that this was shared by the 47 members of impunity and ensuring full ac- LASER EMMY HAIR In his intervention, Archbish- aid “should be temporary emer- the Human Rights Council. countability,” a U.N. release reads. EVE ROSE HIPPO op Silvano Maria Tomasi, Holy gency assistance.” The council adopted a resolution The council also condemned MESHACH TEAL See Permanent Observer to the “The forcibly displaced Chris- in which “it requested the Office “with the strongest possible terms ETC FEARLESS United Nations office in Geneva, tians, Yazidis and other groups of the United Nations High Com- systematic violations and abuses NICAEA INST LYE ICED SCENE BONG called on the U.N. to provide aid have the right to return to their missioner for Human Rights to ur- of human rights and violations of LOO KILL MONICA and also underscored the special homes, receive assistance for the gently dispatch a mission to Iraq to international humanitarian law ENSHROUD EPA responsibility of the leaders of the rebuilding of their houses and investigate the alleged violations resulting from the terrorist acts EINE ANTIOCH different religions. places of worship and live in safe- and abuses of international hu- committed by the so-called Is- TEXAS YETI MAI Archbishop Tomasi stressed ty,” the nuncio said. man rights law committed by the lamic State in Iraq and the Levant ABET AGOG COEUR TORO BALI ANGLE n that “even prior to considerations Archbishop Tomasi also main- so-called Islamic State in Iraq and and the associate groups.” ANON ARKS LEAKS of international humanitarian tained that “blocking the flow of moc.scilohtacrofsemagdrow.www law and the law of war, and no arms and the underground oil matter the circumstances, the market, as well as any indirect indispensable requirement is re- political support of the so-called spect for the inviolable dignity of Islamic State group, will help to the human person, which is the put an end to violence.” foundation of the human rights.” At the same time, “perpetrators The archbishop addressed the of these crimes against humanity “tragic failure to uphold such must be pursued with determina- basic rights,” that was evident tion. They must not be allowed to in “the self-proclaimed destruc- act with impunity, thereby risk- 32098-0912

Medjugorje has not been approved by the CatholiC ChurCh as the site of MiraCulous apparitions. 13 NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS Florida Catholic Sept. 12-25, 2014

Pope Francis kisses the Ebola outbreak worsens head of Salvatore D’argento Sept. 10. Paralyzed for amid more pleas for aid 19 years, this was only the CNA/EWTN News Sierra Leone and now Senegal. On second time ‘Unfortunately, ... it’s Aug. 29, Senegal health authorities D’argento GENEVA | The continuing going to get worse reported the country’s first con- left his room spread of the Ebola outbreak in firmed case of Ebola, which was at home. Africa is putting more lives at risk, before it gets better. The discovered in a young man from (CNA) while containment efforts and the real question is how Guinea, the Associated Press re- flight of vital workers have endan- ports. gered food supplies and medical much worse will it get? Benin, Burkina Faso, Ivory care even for those without the How many more people Coast, Guinea-Bissau, and Mali disease. may also face Ebola cases, the Pope Francis greets paralyzed “What we are seeing today in will be infected and World Health Organization has contrast to previous Ebola out- said. A separate outbreak of Ebola man who risked all to see him breaks (are) multiple hotspots how much more risk to infection has been confirmed in within these countries, not a single the world will there be?’ the Democratic Republic of Congo. Elise Harris remote forested area, the kind of Tom Frieden, director of the CNA/EWTN News no adequate words to describe” environments in which it has been — Tom Frieden U.S. Centers for Disease Control, meeting Pope Francis. tackled in the past,” said Dr. Bruce stressed the need for an urgent VATICAN CITY | A man para- Since 1995, D'argento has only Aylward, World Health Organiza- Farmers have abandoned their global response. “Unfortunately, lyzed from the neck down made his left his room at his home in Chieti, tion Assistant Director-General for crops and livestock to avoid the we are definitely not at the peak. way to Pope Francis' general audi- Italy twice since the accident. The Polio, Emergencies and Country epidemic, while authorities have It’s going to get worse before it gets ence, saying he took the massively second being his meeting with Collaboration, at a news confer- also tried to ban bush meat on the better,” he told National Public Ra- risky move because he wanted to Pope Francis in his audience. ence in Geneva Aug. 28. grounds that bats and apes are po- dio from Liberia Aug. 25. “The real experience for himself the pontiff's It was the Bishop Emidio Cipol- More than 1,552 people have tential carriers of the virus. Travel question is how much worse will it uniqueness. lone of Lanciano, Italy, who paved died and at least 3,069 people have restrictions have also affected the get? How many more people will Salvatore D'argento spoke with the way for the meeting. Out of the been infected, according to U.N. food trade, causing an increase in be infected and how much more CNA Sept. 10 saying that he came 26 people accompanying D'argento figures. The outbreak is the larg- food prices. risk to the world will there be?” to the audience because of “the per- at the audience, most were volun- est ever recorded, with a fatality Michael Stulman of Catholic Many people who need medical sonality of Pope Francis. He's not a teers of the Brotherhood of Mercy rate ranging from 42 percent to 66 Relief Services told USA Today that care for other reasons are staying common pope.” from Chieti and Alanno, Italy. percent. the rice harvest will be “seriously away from medical centers, further Confined to a bed from the age of Along with his mother, there was The outbreak response includes compromised” due to the emer- endangering their health. Hospi- 24 due to an accident while practic- also one psychologist, two doctors efforts at providing food. The Unit- gency measures restricting move- tals in Liberia are only at 10 percent ing judo, the now 42 year-old Italian and a Capuchin priest. ed Nations’ World Food Program ment. The travel restrictions are occupancy, Frieden reported. was the first to be greeted by Pope Achille Cavallo, D’argento’s aims to feed 1.3 million people in also restricting the movement of Catholic Relief Services has al- Francis when he emerged from the emergency physician who has Guinea, Liberia and Sierra Leone. emergency responders and emer- located another $376,444 to sup- Vatican gates to welcome pilgrims. known the man since the accidnt, The efforts plan to feed those being gency supplies, he added. port Ebola prevention, prepared- Descending his popemobile, said although his patient is con- treated for Ebola, their relatives, The outbreak is also aggravating ness and management activities in Pope Francis approached the bed- fined to a room, he is a computer and those who have been medi- social tensions. Riots took place in the affected countries, the agency ridden D’argento, patted him gently programmer who possesses a cally quarantined in an attempt Guinea’s remote southeastern city announced Aug. 18. The funding on the head and exchanged a few “great mind.” to halt the spread of the disease. of Nzerekore due to rumors that will train and support commu- words with him before greeting his “He studies with the help of his Hundreds of families have lost health workers had infected peo- nity volunteers and religious lead- mother and giving his blessing. mom,” he said, adding his mother one or more of their members, fre- ple with Ebola, Reuters reports. ers, support radio programs and Able to move his lips but without places a book on top of a flat pane of quently one of their main income The outbreak began last year in household visits, and help provide sound, D'argento was interpreted glass which is put over D’argento’s providers. Guinea. It has spread to Liberia, hygiene kits. n by his mother, who said there “are face so that he can read the pages. n Nuncio: We owe Ukraine more than a salvage operation KIEV, Ukraine | As Ukraine’s olic brothers and sisters around continues near Ukraine’s strategic vortex.” he is not providing a roadmap for crisis continues to escalate, the na- the world.” Mariupol port, which lays off the The nuncio underscored that “to peace, but that “even if I had a plan, tion’s apostolic nuncio stressed that “We cannot turn away from in- Azov Sea. Rebel forces are currently ask what should have been done, as an answer or a solution, the ques- its people deserve more than after- justice perpetrated against others,” attempting to capture the city, but if it were too late, would be to write tion is who indeed would listen and the-fact aid and should be allowed he said. “In a sense, we all stand Ukrainian government troops are off Ukraine entirely and that would respond.” to live in peace, without the threat condemned over the tragic situa- holding ground. be wrong. I suppose anyone could “When it comes to doing the right of outside aggressors. tions around the world which have Russian President Vladimir Pu- counter by saying ‘who is kidding thing,” he said, “we ought to be able Archbishop Thomas Gullick- transformed countries on several tin and Ukrainian President Petro whom’? Can the world’s movers to expect our chosen political lead- son, a native of Sioux Falls, S.D., continents into lawless regions and Poroshenko met Aug. 26 to discuss and shakers effectively intervene ers to rise to the challenge and must has served as apostolic nuncio to failed states. How can we wash our the ongoing crisis, shaking hands for the sake of justice and to pro- per force be at a loss when we find Ukraine since 2011. In a recent hands or entirely ignore the afflic- and leaving with Poroshenko’s as- mote lasting peace? They should at them no longer at the service of the interview with Vatican Radio, he tion destroying the Middle East? surance that a new “roadmap” least try. Why not hope for a better common good and objective truth, voiced concern for the life of the The same goes for Ukraine. to peace would be laid out. How- world?” but rather at the beck and call of Church in Ukraine, saying in effect “We owe people more than an af- ever tensions skyrocketed when at Archbishop Gullickson stressed vested interests.” that Russian aggression places the ter-the-fact aid intervention to bind least 1,000 Russian troops entered that he “had seen so much positive He then added, “Let me just say I Church’s institutional survival at up wounds and restore essential Ukraine two days later, prompting growth and will for good in Ukraine rejoice in all of the men and women risk. services destroyed by an aggressor,” an Aug. 29 emergency U.N. Secu- over the last half year, that I would here in Ukraine who give of them- Addressing potential criticism he continued. “We owe them more rity Council meeting to address the recommend more decisive involve- selves unselfishly and untiringly in that his alarm may sound exag- than a belated salvage operation, if situation. ment by the West in opposition to the cause of peace and for the sake gerated when compared to the you will.” With his words, Archbishop Russian aggression.” of building up a new Ukraine where images coming from Syria and According to the BBC, nearly Gullickson said he is calling to task “For the first time in a millenni- justice prevails.” Iraq, Archbishop Gullickson told 2,600 people have been killed since “anyone listening and capable of um, perhaps, the Ukrainian people “I would rejoice all the more if the CNA Sept. 1 that he believes it im- April, when Russia’s annexation taking steps to save a neighbor, to should be given a free hand to seek rest of the world would support this portant “that we do not become of Crimea prompted rebels to take give shelter and assistance to fam- out their own future without out- people’s efforts to forge a united and insensitive to the plight of others over large parts of the Donetsk and ily groups, or to keep whole peoples side interference,” he said. prosperous Ukraine, where all can and especially to that of our Cath- Luhansk regions. Heavy fighting from being swallowed up in the The archbishop said he is aware live in peace.” n Sept. 12-25, 2014 Florida Catholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS 14 Pope Francis to Iraqi priest: I’ll never leave or forget you

Elise Harris and dad are the first to come to The Islamic State has forced more His clinic, which is referred to as and that a case of leprosy has been CNA/EWTN News mind because you know they’ll de- than 1.2 million Christians, Yazidis the “emergency tent,” is “the most found. Funding for the clinic is cur- fend and protect you.” and Shia Muslims from their homes used medical facility in all of Anka- rently being received through spe- VATICAN CITY | After sending “It was like that, calling the per- in Iraq since June, under threat of wa,” the priest noted, revealing how cific individuals in Spain, Sweden a letter to Pope Francis on the plight son that could help us the most,” he death or heavy fines if they do not they currently assist an average of and Iraq, he said, however no other, of Iraqi refugees fleeing ISIS vio- said. “I was able to get word through convert. The city of Qaraqosh fell 500 people a day through both local larger organization has volunteered lence, Father Behnam Benoka re- to him and it felt like this, like a true to forces of the Islamic State in Iraq doctors who have volunteered their to offer assistance. ceived a phone call from the pontiff father.” and the Levant — known as ISIS — time, as well as those who have ar- Speaking of how often members who gave his blessing and assured When he received the Aug. 19 last month. The town was one of rived as refugees themselves and of ISIS will enter houses or shops the priest of his prayers. call, which lasted three minutes, Iraq’s largest Christian towns until are working on a volunteer basis. and either demand food or say that “‘I read your letter,’ said the pope. the priest explained that he was on the Kurdish military forces known Father Benoka revealed that at they are selling the place, the priest He said he was very sorry for every- his way to the bank to deposit dona- as the Peshmerga withdrew from it. least one person dies in the clinic said that because of this some locals thing that was happening to us and tions that were received to help with Qaraqoush is located roughly 19 per day — mostly those who are are now helping ISIS. he said, ‘Know that I am with you in the needs of the clinic. miles southeast of Mosul, Iraq’s sec- elderly — and that many are suffer- “You can imagine that we’re not prayer always. I never forget you,’” “I was in a taxi heading to the ond-largest city, which Islamic State ing from over-exposure due to the going to return now to our houses,” Father Benoka told CNA Aug. 31. bank to get the money. It was 50 de- forces captured in June. Thousands intense heat and long hours spent the priest lamented. “There are Pope Francis told him, “I’ve per- grees Celsius and there was no air of Christians and other minori- in the sun as they fled. armies in our streets. ... Even if they sonally sent Cardinal (Fernando) conditioning at 11:10 in the morn- ties fled Mosul following a July 18 Living in sub-par conditions, leave or are pushed out, will they Filoni to check on the situation ing nearing the height of the heat,” ultimatum demanding they con- people suffer from both mental have poisoned the water? Put mines there for me. Tell everyone that he said, when he got a call from an vert, pay the jizya tax or be killed. agitation and hysteria due to the in our houses? If there is a liberation Pope Francis called you. I never for- unknown number. They scattered to other towns in trauma they have undergone, the from ISIS, who will guarantee that get you and I’ll never leave you,” the “‘Nam?’ I said. That’s the way the Nineveh province and in Iraqi priest explained, noting that one they won’t come back? We have to priest added. we answer. There was a ‘Pronto?’ Kurdistan. woman even attempted suicide, begin our lives again from zero.” n Cardinal Filoni, prefect of the in Italian on the other end,” Father After the fall of Qaraqosh, tens Congregation for the Evangeliza- Benoka explained, stating that the of thousands of refugees arrived to tion of Peoples, visited Erbil, Iraq, as voice then said in Italian, “‘I am Erbil and Ankawa overnight, the Pope Francis’ personal envoy Aug. Father Francis.’ ‘Who is it? Who?’ I priest explained, stating that right 12-20. asked. I couldn’t hear very well. ‘No! now the situation is very difficult, Father Benoka is currently run- It’s Pope Francis!’” and many have gone missing or ning a makeshift clinic in Ankawa, “I was in shock for a few sec- been taken hostage with no knowl- Iraq, near Erbil, which he formed onds. I looked at the taxi driver to edge of their well-being. following an influx of thousands of see if it was something like ‘Candid “There are numerous hostages refugees who have fled the violence Camera.’ It didn’t look like it. Then about whom we don’t know much waged by the militant Islamic group I thought it could be a friend play- right now. Young girls, women, ISIS in surrounding cities. Erbil, ing a joke on me. But I had heard kids, men. They might be in Qa- where more than 70,000 Christians that voice before when I was in an raqosh. We don’t know where they have fled from the Islamic State, is audience with him. It was really the are. Most are Syro-Catholics,” the the capital of Iraqi Kurdistan and is pope. It was the same voice.” priest explained. within 50 miles of territory held by Everyone in the area is “very hap- Both “a 3-year old” and “a the Islamic State. py” to hear about the conversation 30-some-year-old woman and oth- To receive a call from the pope, between the pope and their priest, ers” were taken by ISIS while flee- Father Benoka said, felt like “when Father Benoka said, noting that ing Qaraqosh, Father Benoka ex- you’re a kid and you have a problem “they were very struck and said that plained. “We don’t know what has or an emergency and your mom we really needed this.” happened to them.” 32241-0912 32078-0912 15 SUNDAY WORD and SCRIPTURE Florida Catholic Aug. 8-21, 2014

SUNDAY WORD Scripture readings Friday, Sept. 12 Wednesday, Sept. 17 Tuesday, Sept. 23 1 Cor 9:16-19, 22b-27; Ps 1 Cor 12:31-13:13; Memorial of St. Pio of 84:3-6, 8,12; Lk 6:39-42 Ps 33:2-5, 12, 22; Pietrelcina, priest Lk 7:31-35 Prv 21:1-6, 10-13; Saturday, Sept. 13 Ps 119:1, 27, 30, 34-35, Thursday, Sept. 18 God so loved us Memorial of St. John 44; Lk 8:19-21 Sunday, Sept. 14 other to the command module serpent in the desert and placed Chrysostom, bishop and 1 Cor 15:1-11; Ps 118:1b- — after the Bible passages John it upon a pole so that all who doctor of the Church 2, 16-17, 28; Lk 7:36-50 Wednesday, Sept. 24 Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross 3:16 and John 3:17. His reason- were bitten would not perish but 1 Cor 10:14-22; Ps Prv 30:5-9; Ps 119:29, 72, Nm 21:4b-9; Ps 78:1b-2, 34-38; Phil 2:6- ing was simple: “Just as J3:16 be saved, so too God the Father 116:12-13, 17-18; Friday, Sept. 19 89, 101, 104, 163; 11; Jn 3:13-17 and J3:17 supply the astronauts so loved the world that he placed Lk 6:43-49 1 Cor 15:12-20; Ps 17:1b- Lk 9:1-6 Today’s Gospel reminds us with what they need to survive his very Son on a pole, the cross, d, 6-7, 8b, 15; Lk 8:1-3 that “God so loved the world in their journey from one mod- so that everyone who looks upon Sunday, Sept. 14 Thursday, Sept. 25 that he gave his only Son, so that ule to another, so John 3:16 and him and believes will not perish Feast of the Exaltation of Saturday, Sept. 20 Eccl 1:2-11; Ps 90:3-6, everyone who believes in him John 3:17 supply us with what but be saved. the Holy Cross 12-14, 17bc; Lk 9:7-9 might not perish but we need to survive in Jesus is the receptacle that Memorial of St. Andrew Nm 21:4b-9; Ps 78:1b-2, Kim Tae-gon, priest; and might have eternal life. our journey from earth provides the oxygen for eternal 34-38; Phil 2:6-11; Friday, Sept. 26 For God did not send to heaven.” life. He is our source of justifica- Paul Chong Ha-sang and Jn 3:13-17 companions, martyrs his Son into the world to There are two reali- tion and sanctification. He is our Eccl 3:1-11; Ps 144:1b, 1 Cor 15:35-37, 42-49; 2abc, 3-4; Lk 9:18-22 condemn the world, but ties we deal with every source for the gifts of faith, hope Monday, Sept. 15 that the world might be day of our lives. On the and love, for the gift of enlight- Ps 56:10c-12, 13-14; saved through him.” one hand we desire a enment, for the gift of salvation. Memorial of Our Lady of Lk 8:4-15 Saturday, Sept. 27 In the early years of life of happiness, a life In Christ, a new birth in our Sorrows Memorial of St. Vincent Sunday, Sept. 21 the space program, en- of peace and content- world has taken place. Through 1 Cor 11:17-26, 33; de Paul, priest gineers worked on a ment, and on the other his miracles, he brought us new Ps 40:7-10, 17; Is 55:6-9; Ps 145:2-3, 8-9, Eccl 11:9-12:8; Ps 90:3-6, SUNDAY design for a space suit. hand we recognize that Jn 19:25-27 17-18; Phil 1:20c-24, 27a; 12-14, 17; Lk 9:43b-45 WORD power; through his suffering he Part of the design had a life comes with suffer- gave us new patience; through Mt 20:1-16a flexible tube, an artifi- Father ing. How do we recon- his resurrection he gave us new Tuesday, Sept. 16 Sunday, Sept. 28 Monday, Sept. 22 cial umbilical cord that John J. cile these two realities? hope, and in his ascension he Memorial of Sts. Corne- Ez 18:25-28; Ps 25:4-5, attached the space suit Pasquini As Christians we believe gave us his majesty. As we stand lius, pope; and Cyprian, Prv 3:27-34; Ps 15:2-4b, 5; 8-10, 14; Phil 2:1-11; to the command mod- that Christ reconciles below the cross, the pole of sal- bishop; martyrs Lk 8:16-18 Mt 21:28-32 ule. The purpose of the these two realities; that vation, we are saved. 1 Cor 12:12-14, 27-31a; artificial umbilical cord was to in Christ, the reconciler, we can The shadow of the cross brings Ps 10:1b-5; Lk 7:11-17 provide oxygen for the astro- have a taste of happiness, a taste light to darkness, enlightenment nauts as they walked in space or of peace and contentment, even to the obscure. As Moses’ people as they moved from one module amidst a life that inevitably and found an earthly reprieve from to another. unavoidably comes with suffer- death by looking upon the ser- fo r m the pope Engineer and designer Frank ing, with trials and tribulations. pent on the pole, may we look Denton said that he named the Jesus is our reprieve from a upon Jesus on the cross in the two receptacles J3:16 and J3:17 world of trials and tribulations! deserts of our lives and find sal- — one attached to the suit, an- Just as Moses lifted up the vation here and everlastingly. n Prepare for Rejoice in the other the coming of Sunday, Sept. 21 The latecomers in today’s Christ’s generosity the sinners, Is 55:6-9; Ps 145:2-3, 8-9, 17-18; Gospel were the sinners, gen- gentiles and outcasts would Phil 1:20c-24, 27a; Mt 20:1-16a tiles and outcasts in Jesus’ time, have been damned eternally. the Lord who listened to his preaching, They had lost sight, in their self- In Jesus’ time, poorer-class took it seriously and repented. interests and self-absorption, of Dear Brothers and Sisters, he makes us recognize in Jesus workers gathered in the market- They were like the good thief on what was truly important! Good morning. the one who comes from on high, place and waited for a job offer the cross, who repented and in All of us, by virtue of our In previous catecheses we to forgive our sins and to make for the day. They would come his last moments on earth was fallen nature, by virtue of our saw how the Church constitutes of his people his bride, the first early in the morning and wait saved. They were people like the inclination toward evil —which a people, a people prepared with fruits of the new humanity. till late in the evening hoping prodigal son, who after living a we call concupiscence — are in God’s love and patience and to As “precursor” and “witness,” someone would hire them. The life of debauchery, repented, many ways outcasts and sin- which we are all called to belong. John the Baptist plays a role cen- cream-of-the-crop workers, the sought forgiveness and was wel- ners, in many ways eleventh- Today I would like to highlight tral to the entire Scripture, as he most promising workers, were comed back home. hour workers. By virtue of our the newness which character- forms the bridge between the taken early, and then whatever The early workers were Phar- fallen nature, we can allow our izes this people: It truly involves Old Testament promise and its was left was taken if needed isees who were angry that sin- self-interests, our selfishness, a new people, which is based on fulfillment, between the proph- later. ners, outcasts and gentiles were our self-absorption to blind us the New Covenant, established ecies and their realization in Je- It was a hard life. The fami- repenting and entering the of the needs of others and our by the Lord Jesus with the gift of sus Christ. With his witness John lies of these day laborers lived kingdom of God — and even own need for mercy. his life. This newness does not points us to Jesus, invites us to on the brink of starvation every worse they were getting the Let us always remember that deny the previous journey nor follow him, and tells us without day. One day without employ- same reward as they were. The we all stand to gain from God’s does it oppose it, but in fact leads mincing his words that this re- ment meant a day without food. Pharisees felt they deserved extraordinary goodness and it forth, leads it to fulfillment. quires humility, repentance and The early and outwardly fa- preferential treatment for their generosity. Let us rejoice for 1. There is a very meaningful conversion. It is an invitation vored laborers, the ones that doing the Lord’s work all their ourselves and for those around figure who acts as a hinge be- that calls for humility, repen- were always given jobs quickly, lives. It was unfair for these late- us. In the words of St. Cyprian to tween the Old and New Testa- tance and conversion. by begrudging the generosity of comers to be rewarded equally, his friend St. Cornelius, “What ments: that of John the Baptist. 2. As Moses had covenanted the owner of the vineyard, and they thought. brotherhood fails to rejoice in According to the synoptic Gos- with God by virtue of the law re- by being self-absorbed, self- The Pharisees, by begrudging the happiness of its brothers?” n pels he is the “precursor,” the ceived on Mount Sinai, so Jesus, centered and being incapable the generosity of Jesus, by being one who prepares the coming of from a hill on the shore of the of rejoicing in the good of oth- self-absorbed, self-centered and Father Pasquini is an author and the Lord, preparing the people Lake of Galilee, gives to his dis- ers, had lost sight of the needs of being incapable of rejoicing in columnist, and the pastor of St. to convert the heart to receive ciples and to the crowd a new les- their brothers and sisters. They the good of others, lost sight of John of the Cross Parish in Vero God’s comfort already at hand. son, which begins with the failed to see that without work the gift of salvation. They lost Beach. According to the Gospel of John, they would go hungry. sight of the fact that without he is the “witness,” insomuch as Please see POPE, 16 Aug. 8-21, 2014 Florida Catholic CROSSWORD 16

POPE crossword See puzzle solution on Page 12 From 15 12345 6789 01 11 21 31 Beatitudes. Moses gives the law on Mount Sinai and Jesus, the new 41 51 61 Moses, gives the law on that hill- 71 81 91 side on the shore of the Lake of Gal- ilee. The Beatitudes are the path 02 12 22 32 that God indicates as the answer to man’s innate desire for happiness, 42 52 62 72 and they perfect the Command- ments of the Old Covenant. We are 82 29 30 13 23 accustomed to learning the Ten 33 43 53 63 73 Commandments — of course, you all know them, you learned them 83 93 04 14 in the catechesis — but we are not used to repeating the Beatitudes. 24 34 44 54 Let us try, however, to remember them and to impress them upon 64 74 84 our heart. Let us do one thing: I’ll Pope Francis greets pilgrims in St. Peter’s Square during the 95 05 15 25 35 say them one at a time and you’ll Wednesday general audience Aug. 27.(CNA) 49 repeat them. OK? 45 55 65 75 85 First: “Blessed are the poor in secuted for righteousness’ sake, for Gospel, and in the first Chapters of spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew — I believe in 5 — there 95 06 16 26 36 heaven.” “Blessed are you when men re- are the Beatitudes. And today, to- “Blessed are those who mourn, vile you and persecute you and morrow at home, read them. Will 46 56 66 for they shall be comforted.” utter all kinds of evil against you you do it? So as not to forget them, 76 86 96 “Blessed are the meek, for they falsely on my account.” because it is the law that Jesus gives shall inherit the earth.” “Rejoice and be glad, for your re- us! Will you do it? Thank you. lohtacrofsemagdrow.www moc.sci “Blessed are those who hunger ward is great in heaven, for so men In these words is all the newness and thirst for righteousness, for persecuted the prophets who were that Christ brought, all the new- ACROSS Musik” 11 PDQ they shall be satisfied.” before you.” ness of Christ is in these words. In 1 Catholic actor of “The 50 “Christian” first used 12 Vessel “Blessed are the merciful, for Very good! But let’s do one thing: fact, the Beatitudes are the portrait West Wing” fame here (Acts 11:26) 13 Air (prefix) they shall obtain mercy.” I’m giving you homework, an as- of Jesus, his way of life; and they are 6 Alphabet string 54 State in which the 22 Near ___ of sin “Blessed are the pure in heart, signment to do at home. Take the the path to true happiness, which 10 Pedro’s home Diocese of Dallas is 23 Elvis Presley co-star for they shall see God.” Gospel, the one you carry with you. we too can travel with the grace 14 Island inhabited by found who became a nun “Blessed are the peacemak- … Remember that you should al- that Jesus gives us. Circe 57 Abominable snowman 25 Influential Catholic ers, for they shall be called sons of ways carry a little Gospel with you, 3. Besides the new law, Jesus also 15 Pertaining to the non- 58 Avril follower Hollywood costume God.” in your pocket, purse, always; the gives us the “protocol” by which ordained members of 59 Encourage in wrong- designer “Blessed are those who are per- one you have at home. Carry the we will be judged. At the end of the the Church doing 26 US state in which the world we will be judged. And what 16 Tennis great 60 Highly excited Diocese of Nashville is 17 Intense light beam 62 Second word in found questions will we be asked there? 18 TV award the name of a Parisian 27 Convenience What will these questions be? 19 Paul says this is “the basilica 29 Judas’ blood money What is the protocol by which the pride of a woman” (1 64 Bull bought it (Mt 27:6–8) judge will evaluate us? We find it Cor 11:15) 65 Indonesian resort 30 “…___ lema in Chapter 25 of the Gospel of Mat- 20 Wife of Adam island sabachthani?” thew. Today the assignment is to 21 Saint of Lima 66 Fish (Mk 15:34) read the fifth chapter of the Gospel 23 Augustine was bishop 67 Soon 31 Harmony of Matthew where the Beatitudes here 68 Commandment carrier, 32 Game company are; and read the 25th Chapter, 24 Companion of Daniel and others 33 Exodus river where the protocol is, the questions 26 Small dabbling duck 69 Seeps 34 Religious image that we will be asked on Judgment 28 List-ending DOWN 35 Business VIPs Day. We will not have titles, credit abbreviation 1 Melchizedek’s domain 40 Hint or privileges on which to stake our 29 Intrepid (Gen 14:18) 41 ___ B’rith claims. The Lord will recognize us 33 Council of 325 AD 2 Hoist 43 Mr. Kringle if, in our turn, we recognized him 36 Learning center 3 Relaxes 45 Kind of illusion in the poor, in the hungry, in the 37 Alkali 4 Wide shoe width 47 Catholic female lead indigent and the outcast, in those 38 Chilled 5 Give an account of “Everybody Loves who suffer and are alone. … This 39 View 6 “…bone of my bones Raymond” is one of the fundamental criteria 41 Dull resonant sound and ___…” 50 Sponsorship for evaluating our Christian life, 42 Forfeit or sum paid (Gen 2:23) 51 Alpha and ___ into the pool 7 Favorite food of Isaac 52 Make watertight which Jesus calls us to measure up 43 ___ the fatted calf (Gen 25:28) 53 Takes on to every day. I read the Beatitudes 44 Mother of Augustine 8 Masc. pronoun 54 Bye bye and I think of how my Christian life 46 Conceal 9 Very cold 55 Black should be, and then I examine my 48 US government 10 Catholic author of 56 Dry (comb.) conscience with this Chapter 25 agency “How the Irish Saved 57 Yellow of an egg of Matthew. Every day: I did this, I 49 “___ Kleine Nacht Civilization” 60 US Lawyers’ org. did this, I did this. … It will do us good! They are simple but concrete things. Dear friends, the New Covenant This crossword puzzle is sponsored by: consists exactly in this: in recog- nizing oneself, in Christ, enveloped in God’s mercy and compassion. This is what fills our heart with joy, LEWIS and this is what makes our life a & COMPANY beautiful and credible testimony of God’s love for all the brothers and sisters we meet every day. Re- Learn Rosary Making

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