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CAROL GLATZ chemistry in high school, and worked as a bouncer. Catholic News Service The vocation of a priest, on the other hand, would be the exact opposite for Father Bergoglio; it would be draw- | In Caravaggio’s painting of Mat- ing people close, not tossing them out, and not worrying thew, the sinful tax collector being called by to “Fol- about getting dirty in the process. low me,” sees the same unexpected, “Priests who are — allow me to say the word, ‘aseptic,’ grace-filled moment found in his own those ‘from the laboratory,’ all clean and tidy — do not call to the priesthood. help the church,” the pope told ’s A 17-year-old Argentine student priests in 2014. headed to a school picnic on Sept. 21, “Today we can think of the church 1953, the feast of St. Matthew, Jorge as a ‘field hospital,’” he said, because Bergoglio felt compelled to first stop “there are so many people who are by his parish of San Jose de Flores. wounded by material problems, by scan- It was there, speaking with a priest dals, also in the church. People wounded he had never seen before and receiv- by the world’s illusions. We priests must ing the sacrament of reconciliation, be there, close to these people,” immedi- he was suddenly struck by “the lov- ately treating those wounds with mercy ing presence of ,” who, like his before delving into the details. episcopal motto describes, saw A priest will reflect on and learn from his him through eyes of mercy and own mistakes, the pope has often said, and chose him, despite his human pray for the grace and courage needed to do imperfections and flaws. what God wants, not what a closed, cold This gift from a “God of sur- or proud heart desires. prises,” a God who offers unex- In his many interviews, the pope pected, unlimited and unmerited has acknowledged his failings as a mercy, would change the young man’s priest, Jesuit provincial, and life. pope. But within Christianity, there Four days before Pope Francis cele- is “a of failure,” according brates his 83rd birthday Dec. 17, he will to a 1974 book with the same title celebrate 50 years as a priest — a min- written by U.S. Jesuit Father John istry he sees as being a shepherd who Navone. The book and its theology, walks with his flock and yearns to find which emphasized God’s patience, those who are lost. had an important impact on the fu- Even though he served as auxiliary ture pope, who was going through bishop, then archbishop of Buenos Aires, a difficult, dark time after ending Argentina, for more than 20 years, was a six-year term in 1979 as a young elevated to the College of Cardinals in provincial superior who struggled Father Jorge Mario Bergoglio is pictured cooking in Buenos Aires, 2001 and elected pope in 2013, he has said, with stark divisions among his Argentina. Pope Francis will celebrate the 50th anniversary of his “What I love is being a priest,” which is why confreres. ordination to the priesthood Dec. 13, 2019. At inset is a photo of of all the titles he could have, “I prefer to be “There was a blessed Jorge Mario Bergoglio as seen in his youth in an undated, and two called ‘Father.’” juncture between my the- Vatican City stamps that display two likenesses of the pope — one So much of what Pope Francis experi- ology and his crisis,” Father as a young priest and the other as Pope Francis. (COURTESY OF enced in life and his vocation — with its many Navone has said. “It was a kind MARIA ELENA BERGOGLIO VIA REUTERS | CNS) ups and downs — influenced what he says of light in the darkness to him.” today about the priesthood, what it means It is only by recognizing and and what it should be for the church. admitting one’s failures, the The main source of inspiration of who a pope has said, then seeing that priest must be is rooted in the figure of Je- God still awaits, still offers mercy sus in the Gospels: What did he do? How and forgiveness like the father of did he react? What did he feel and say? the prodigal son, that a priest will Jesus was always on the road and be able to see familiar wounds in always attentive to the people he en- others and share, in turn, that same countered, the pope told priests of the undeserved mercy. Diocese of Rome in 2014. It’s a form of “pastoral suffering” he Like Jesus and the early apostles, the told priests in Rome in 2014; “it means priest is a missionary, and this was part of the reason suffering for and with the person. And a 21-year-old Bergoglio chose to enter the Society of Je- this is not easy! To suffer like a father and sus. “I was attracted to its position on, to put it in military mother suffer for their children.” terms, the front lines of the church, grounded in obedi- At a time when the priesthood continues to suffer, ence and discipline. It was also due to its focus on mis- most visibly with the scandal of abuse and negligence by sionary work,” he said in a 2010 book-length compilation its members, the pope has continually offered priests a of interviews with Sergio Rubin and Francesca Ambro- hopeful understanding of their vocation. getti. Change, transformation and holiness are painful, but But there is a balance the priest must juggle that in- “the Lord is purifying his bride and is converting all of us corporates Jesus’ compassion and that strong discipline, to him. He is making us experience the trial so that we qualities he needed to do well both at school and at work, may understand that without him we are dust. He is sav- Argentine Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio greets worshippers beginning with part-time jobs at the age of 13. ing us from hypocrisy, from the spirituality of appearanc- after celebrating Holy Thursday in 2008 at a church in He swept floors in a factory, did administrative tasks, es. He is blowing his Spirit to restore beauty to his bride,” the Parque Patricios neighborhood of Buenos Aires, Argentina. worked at a laboratory while specializing in applied he told Rome’s priests in 2019. n (ENRIQUE GARCIA MEDINA, REUTERS | CNS) WWW.THEFLORIDACATHOLIC.ORG | Dec. 6-19, 2019 FLORIDACatholic ORLANDO DIOCESE

Bishop John Noonan blesses the altar and new Schoenstein pipe organ on the solemnity of Christ the King, Nov. 23. “The organ completes and fulfills the original plans of the shrine to have a beautiful place of worship with liturgical music to complement the setting,” he said. (PHOTOS BY HENRY BARON) New pipe organ dedicated at basilica GLENDA MEEKINS of the Florida Catholic staff ‘An organ is made up of all the instruments, all the voices. ORLANDO | “We have come together So the organ is a wonderful to bless this new organ, installed so the celebration of the liturgy may become analogy for us.’ more beautiful and solemn,” said Bishop John Noonan just prior to blessing the new — Father Paul Henry Schoenstein pipe organ at the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the “The purpose of music in the liturgy is Universe, Nov. 23. The staff spent a little above all to give glory to God and to lead us to more than five years working on coordinat- holiness,” Bishop Noonan added. “Thus the ing its purchase and installation. music of the organ wonderfully expresses the Father Paul Henry, rector of the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Msgr. Harte, the basilica’s first new song that Scripture tells us to sing to the Universe, standing at center, thanks those whose generous donations made the reality rector, was thrilled. “This was a fulfillment Lord.” The bishop then proclaimed a prayer of the new Schoenstein pipe organ possible. of a dream,” he said. “We had dreams to of blessing: “We your people, joyously gath- build this place and make it as spectacular ered in this basilica, wish to join our voices for Our Lady as we could.” As he heard the to the universal hymn of praise. So that our softness and “speech” from late August to Quoting Musican Sacram from the Second violins and trumpets sound the Alleluia song may rise more worthily to your maj- November. The three months it took to tune Vatican Council (VI, 62) Bishop Noonan said, and Gloria, he said, “I was thinking back to esty, we present this organ for your blessing: the pipes’ “speech” was well worth the wait “The pipe organ is to be held in high esteem in the days when I was wondering if this place grant that its music may lead us to express our as music from prolific composers such as the Latin Church, since it is its traditional in- would ever be built. It’s the grace of God prayer and praise in melodies that are pleas- Perry, Handel, Widor, Rutter and more were strument, the sound of which can add a won- and the Mother of God.” He added gratitude ing to you.” heard throughout the liturgy, showcasing the derful splendor to the Church’s ceremonies to Father Paul Henry, the basilica’s current This was the third attempt purchase and beauty of the organ and elevating the liturgy and powerfully lift up men’s minds to God rector, for completing the project monsi- install the organ. Thanks to many benefac- and the voices of those assembled in honor to and higher things.” He added, “Those who gnor began more than two decades ago. tors, especially the Nick Caporella family, God. play this pipe organ are called to enrich the It is no coincidence the organ was dedi- the organ became a reality. Shipments be- “This is a very special place. This is some- sacred celebration of Mass according to the cated and blessed on the solemnity of gan arriving in June and continued through- thing very special for God,” Father Henry true nature of each of its parts, and to encour- Christ the King. “An organ is made up of out the summer. A total of 5,200 pipes make said. He pointed to the purpose behind the age the participation of the faithful. Each one all the instruments, all the voices,” Father up the organ. Approximately 4,000 pipes basilica’s construction, aimed as a place of of us are called to yield our voices as the pipe Henry said. “So the organ is a wonderful are installed in the front chamber where refuge for pilgrims and tourists that come to organ accompanies us to join with the heav- analogy for us … it brings together all the the largest pipes are found, reaching 37 feet the region. “Most are light-hearted and full of ens ion our praises to God.” n talents and a great outpouring of faith and high and 18 feet in diameter. The back gal- joy because they are on vacation,” he said. “A prayer and glad singing to the honor of God, lery holds more than 1,000 pipes, just above lot of them who come are searching. They are The next concert — Christmas at the Basilica the celebration of Jesus, and in our case, his the entrance doors. looking for healing, and encouragement, and — will be held Dec. 6, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. mother.” The pipes were adjusted for loudness, to find God.” Call 407-239-6600 to reserve tickets. Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY A2

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Above, Bishop Moore AP environmental science students learn to use seine netting as an effective method of catching fish without causing harm to underwater habitats. At right, students catch a ghost crab. Other marina animals caught were mahara fish, anchovies, or triple tail. All were released. (COURTESY PHOTOS) Teens discover life lessons in caring for creation GLENDA MEEKINS Two groups of students visited kayaking through mangroves, and Share Program, which focuses on through science we have been able of the Florida Catholic staff the marine center to learn about a guided boat tour to observe wild- recycling oyster shells in order to to mitigate the effects of these prob- habitat destruction, restoration life in the Indian River Lagoon, the form new oyster reefs. lems and even help wildlife flour- NEW SMYRNA BEACH | Dur- and how they can be an integral most biologically diverse estuary in Emily, a junior explained, “In ish,” said Jackson, another student, ing a field trip to Marine Discover part of healing the planet. Upon North America. The boat tour took recent years, due to overharvest- who added how Laudato Si notes, Center in New Smyrna Beach, Davi- their return, they reflected on their the group to Disappearing Island, ing and human activity (such as “Yet all is not lost. Human beings, son, a senior at Bishop Moore Cath- experiences and how Laudato Si, where the students learned how boat wakes), oyster reefs in Florida while capable of the worst, are also olic High School remarked how Pope Francis’ encyclical On Care to seine net (a fishing method that have been severely damaged and capable of rising above themselves, human often times take for granted for Our Common Home, applies to avoids ocean basin destruction) destroyed.” This knowledge re- choosing again what is good, and how they live on such a “beautiful caring for habitats close to home. and were able to explore the island sounded for Emily in Laudato Si’s making a new start.” planet.” Kim Story and Lucie Dempsey take using dip nets to catch different reflection, “(The earth) cries out to The statement gives Sidney, a “Year after year, we cut down Advanced Placement and honors types of fish and marine inverte- us because of the harm we have in- senior, hope. She looks to Pope habitats and throw trash into environmental science classes to brates which they later released. flicted on her by our irresponsible Francis’s words as a guide. “We the oceans without a second the center each year to foster un- “I learned about the importance use and abuse of the goods which must regain the conviction that we thought,” he said. “We neglect to derstanding of habitats, ecosystems of oysters filtering the water of Flor- God has endowed her.” need one another; that we have a think of the implications our ac- and their vitality. Students par- ida’s ecosystems,” said Adeleine, Adeleine admitted she was pre- shared responsibility for others in tions have.” ticipated in land-based activities, who participated in the Shuck and viously unaware of habitat destruc- the world, and that being good and tion in the lagoon. “I felt helpless decent are worth it.” when learning about the excessive As the Marine Discovery Center worldwide consumption,” she said. works to restore shorelines in New “It opened my eyes to the fact that Smyrna Beach and around the Give a Gift from Your humans have the ability to make a world, Bishop Moore students are difference and learn about the en- finding that they too can forge new vironment.” roads for a healthier future. “We Through Shuck and Share, vol- only have one earth, as we have Catholic Heart this Christmas unteers collect oyster shells from only one life to live,” said Kiran.

13550-1206 area restaurants and then bag them “The decisions we make for our What’s on your heart? and use them as reefs. Students rel- world will change the lives of those

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GLENDA MEEKINS inclusive. One may also panic and men and women, Maglione recom- of the Florida Catholic staff stress at being faced with taking mended keeping a diary to process care of things they never had to be- experiences — dating the page, ex- CLERMONT | For the many who fore such as cooking or paying bills. pressing to your loved one what you have lost a loved one, the holiday Some may experience several stages experienced that day. season can be excruciatingly dif- at once, or even relapse into a stage “You don’t have grief if you don’t ficult. For those whose grief makes if triggered by a memory, a song or have love first,” Knoll said. To ig- the season more than they can han- event. As an example, Maglione nore one of the greatest joys of life dle, there is hope. acknowledged that, although her by pretending all is well does not Diane Maglione coordinates the mother died 34 years ago, the anni- help the griever, nor does it honor bereavement and consolation min- versary is still a difficult day for her the loved one. In “The Widower’s istry at St. Faustina Parish in Cler- and that is all right. Christmas List,” Knoll wrote , the mont. After several years of training Author of “The Widower’s Net- Gospel of John (Jn 11:1–44), teaches as a lay minister in bereavement, work” and founder of Widow- us how Jesus grieved. her message to others became clear ersSupportNetwork.com, Herb “We learned of the story of Jesus’ — you are not alone. On Nov. 20, Knoll, recently spoke at dearest friend, Lazarus she and her team offered a “Coping St. James Cathedral Par- of Bethany,” he wrote. with Grief during the Holiday Sea- ish. He lost his wife after “Jesus loved Lazarus so son” workshop, providing under- 16 years of marriage and much, he wept after he standing of grief and tools that can notes, “Grief doesn’t end. learned of his passing. So ease the journey. It evolves,” Knoll said. painful was Jesus’ loss, he “Grief is different for each of us. “So, don’t let anyone tell decided to perform one We all grieve in a different way,” you, ‘It’s time to get back of his most prominent of Maglione said. “Some grieve longer in the game,’ or ‘Get over miracles in which he re- Grief workshop participants at St. Faustina Parish in Winter Garden than others. Depending on one’s re- it.’” stored Lazarus to life four gather in prayer, vowing to accompany each other, “to do what (I) lationship with the person or thing Both Maglione and Diane Maglione days after his death… Je- cannot do alone.” (GLENDA MEEKINS | FC) that was lost (pet, , etc.), grief can Knoll encouraged those sus’ reaction to the loss take different forms and durations. grieving to be kind to themselves of his beloved friend reinforces the fered to cope with grief, she used that time (going somewhere or a “It is personal and it’s individual and to embrace what they are expe- view that grieving is a natural ex- the acronym BREADS — Breathe negative person). Identify tradi- and every person experiences its riencing. Lack of acknowledgement tension of one’s love for another.” (imagine the breath of God calm- tions to keep them or let them go. nuances differently.” only creates stress that can lead to Knoll and Maglione agreed that ing you); Relax (create quiet time for Do something for someone else. She said personalities and natu- illness. Knoll said men grieve differ- staying close to one’s faith is an es- daily prayer and reflection); Express Serving is healing. Allow yourself ral coping mechanisms also affect ently than women, often making it sential part of healing. Although ev- (your feelings to God and a trusted to be sad, happy, quiet, grateful grief. “There are no rules, no time- more difficult. ery parish does not have a bereave- friend); Attitude (believe that God or joyful. Your gift giving should tables,” she said. “There is no typi- “Most men don’t tend to have ment group, many do. Knoll also provides all we need for the jour- be as simple as you need it to be. cal loss and there is no typical grief.” lifelong friends,” he said, leaving encouraged family and friends to ney); Devotion (be loving to your- Share in the spirit of the season.” Yet there are tools and informa- no one to talk to about their loss. remember men also need to express self and others); and Spiritual (let She assured, “Your fear of the holi- tion that help navigate the process. Often they attend grief counseling their feelings of sorrow, talk about go and let God guide you through). days may be worse than you actu- The Kübler-Ross model of grief or a support group, but eventually their lost loved ones, and have a Maglione said, “Organize your ally imagined. Allow surprises names some of the stages of grief: “bail because they don’t like crying support group that is unafraid to family and determine who will to come to you and enjoy golden shock and denial, pain and guilt, in front of women.” He recalled a check up on them and engage them, be coming, or where you are go- moments. Don’t be afraid to talk anger and bargaining, depression, man he helped who felt he did not especially during the holidays. ing. Liberate yourself from what- about your loved one. Remember the upward turn, reconstruction, have permission to grieve. The man Among the tools Maglione of- ever you need to be free of at them with family and friends.” n acceptance and hope. First intro- shared, “It’s not manly to have these duced in 1969, while this model is discussions.” generally known by the public, psy- Old schools of thought can hin- 12975-1206 chologists have research that estab- der the process. He urges men to lishes people might not travel on the communicate their needs and chal- journey of grief in the model’s order. lenges and stay close to the ones Maglione added the list is not they love, seeking their support. For

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LINDA CALDWELL wrestling team. During their high HOW TO HELP Special to the Florida Catholic school years, the boys bonded not only as teammates, but also As part of their mission to serve ORLANDO | Instead of heading as brothers. So, when James an- the vulnerable at the Thiên Bình off to college or the military, three nounced during their senior year in Orphanage, James Nguyen, Carbonelle and Daniel Gomez Bishop Moore graduates embarked high school that he was taking a gap established the non-profit group, on a mission to improve the lives year to volunteer at an orphanage in Wrestlers4Orphans. The group of the children and adults of the Vietnam, Jacob and Daniel did not continues to raise funds to support Thiên Bình Orphanage, located on hesitate to join him in his efforts. and rebuild the orphanage. To the outskirts of Ho Chi Min City in “I have always wanted to help learn more about the young men’s Vietnam. people and learn a new culture. So work and how you can help, visit James Nguyen, Jacob Carbonelle when the opportunity presented wrestlers4orphans.org and Daniel Gomez supported the itself, it was a very easy decision for orphanage run by a group of 21 me,” Jacob said. The trio departed religious sisters. It is home to 179 the U.S. Aug. 7, and after spending a States Nov. 11, while James con- children, 29 seniors and 25 people few days getting acclimated to Viet- tinues to serve the community. He with severe disabilities. The Nguy- nam, they arrived at the orphanage will come home late spring or early Jacob Carbonelle accompanies a group of boys from the Thiên Bình en family, including mom, Kim, and got to work. summer 2020. Orphanage as they walk to school. Run by a group of 21 religious and her siblings, have supported For the next three-and-a-half The three admit while the physi- sisters, the orphanage is home to 179 children, 29 elderlies and 25 the orphanage for more than six months, the men worked the land, cal work was taxing and there were people with severe disabilities. (COURTESY) years. When a spring storm ripped demolishing and clearing the most challenges adapting to the lifestyle, through the area and destroyed severely damaged building, and they wouldn’t trade the experience on the orphanage and the kids I discover the unique way God calls several buildings, the family knew preparing the foundation for its for anything. “There are so many built relationships with. I have spent each of them to be his hands and they needed to make an extra effort. replacement. They also taught the people in this world who are less six days a week with these kids for feet in the world,” she said. “These That’s when James stepped in. children English and helped clean fortunate than me,” James said. the past two and a half months,” he young men courageously and lov- Still, the story doesn’t begin here. and maintain the compound and “These kids have so little and yet said. “I feel Jacob, James, and I have ingly said yes to God’s invitation, Rather, it starts four years ago, when gardens. They worked 16 hours a have a big heart. So just being able done the best work we can do.” stepping outside their comfort the trio were students at three dif- day, six days a week, all while con- to give them something has helped While not surprised by their zones to serve vulnerable children. ferent Catholic schools — James tinuing to raise money for their ef- me grow into a better person. … efforts, Amanda Livermore, vice We are inspired by them and are from Annunciation Catholic Acad- forts. On Sunday, their only day off, These are experiences that you just president of mission effectiveness grateful to have been part of their emy, Jacob from St. James Cathe- they would go to Mass at 5 a.m. and can’t get from going to school or col- at Bishop Moore, was moved by journeys as Hornets.” dral School, and Daniel from Good spend the rest of the day with James’ lege.” how the three gave so selflessly of James and Daniel plan to go to Shepherd Catholic School — met relatives and explore the city. Jacob Daniel agreed. themselves. college next year, while Jacob will as freshmen on the Bishop Moore and Daniel returned to the United “I hope to leave a lasting impact “We hope to inspire students to serve in the U.S. Navy. n New garden bears fruit in many different ways

GLENDA MEEKINS of the Florida Catholic staff

ORLANDO | Good Shepherd is growing a garden of love thanks to alumni Giraldo “Tito” Alfonso (class of 1996) and Luke, a 2017 Good Shepherd Catholic School graduate who chose to make it his Eagle Scout project. Bishop John Noonan blessed the collaborative effort, which enables families to leave a legacy of memories while providing a sustainable garden of strawberries and blueberries for all to enjoy. The garden was the brainchild of Reba Fritz, Good Shepherd’s de- velopment director, past principal At left, Eagle Scout and Good Shepherd alumni Luke (class of 2017) shares why he chose to build a Memory Garden for his Eagle Project. Jayme Hartman and Jonathan The garden provides strawberries and blueberries while offering a chance for families to commemorate significant people and events in LaManna. Luke, a junior at Tim- their lives. At right, Bishop John Noonan blesses the garden. (PHOTOS BY GLENDA MEEKINS | FC) ber Creek High School now, led the endeavor as his Boy Scouts of and do my part to see this place lasting tribute for years to come. It blooming on the strawberry our God, growing things in our America Eagle Project for Troop 25 grow and be as important to this is a meaningful way to remember plants, Missionary of LaSalette midst.” in Orlando, installing the irriga- next generation as it was to me.” a loved one who has passed or a Father Jim Henault, pastor, stood Reminding those present of tion and working with the Alfonso Fritz explained how the garden teacher who inspired and influ- alongside Bishop Noonan and God’s call to care for creation, family to establish the hydroponic will continue to be a learning tool. enced you or your child … There helped him bless the garden. Blue- Bishop Noonan said, “Pope Fran- garden. “We’re building life, mak- Sixth and seventh graders planted is no limit to your choice of re- berries and strawberries will be cis always tells us we have to be ing it more sustainable and mak- the garden and will maintain it. membrance. May you find joy in harvested when ripe and used for kind and gentle with Mother ing it a model for other schools in Science teachers will integrate knowing that someone special or baked goods, which will be sold Earth because it is our home. To- the district,” he said. “It’s better the garden into their curriculum a significant occasion will never to help the school. Father Henault day we honor in a special way for the environment.” in the spring. be forgotten at Good Shepherd did promise Bishop Noonan and what the earth gives us—food, Alfonso, who now has a student Although she could not be pres- Catholic School.” Plaques honor- Henry Fortier, superintendent life, nourishment and all the im- at Good Shepherd, came with ent, Gloria del Orbe, the school’s ing mentors, family members and of schools, first fruits. He added portant things.” He noted the his family to witness share in the current principal sent a message special occasions already line the a note of thanks “for all that will Memory Garden is a place that blessing. “It’s important to give stating, “The living, growing, fence. watch the magic and wonders of will “remind us that God gives us back to the place where I grew up blooming garden provides a long- With flowers were already nature, and most especially of many special blessings.” n Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY A6

AN EVENING WITH THE Return of surgical missions MUSIC OF NASHVILLE STARING NASHVILLE SINGER/SONG WRITERS serves the poor in D.R. KEN HARRELL MARCIA RAMIREZ ROB HARRIS GLENDA MEEKINS of the Florida Catholic staff

ORLANDO | Although dedi- cated to his profession, Dr. Dennis Diaz, an ear, nose and throat sur- geon, found something missing in his avocation. When: January 18, 2020 from 7 to 9 p.m. “There was a spirit missing in my Where: Annunciation day-to-day medical and surgical St. Life Center practice years ago and I had been looking for a mission to serve where Cost: $20 per person or two for $35 I could use my skills to help recap- Sponsored by: The Knights of Columbus ture the missing joy that I had lost,” Limited Tickets • Open Seating Diaz recalled. “All the extraneous To purchase tickets: www.annunciationorlando.org/nashville noise of medicine was taking away

from the reason to practice.” FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT: 13588-1206 Then one evening he received John Scala at 407-804-0518, [email protected] or an email asking for surgeons to Dennis Franko at 407-717-4143, [email protected] participate in a medical mission to the sister diocese in the Dominican Republic. “I responded and was totally taken by the work, by the goodness of the volunteers and the patients in Above, one of more than 50 patients who received operations during my very first mission,” he said. “It two surgical missions in November. Below, a volunteer nurse speaks was good work and a good fit and I to a young patient and puts him at ease just before surgery during have been returning since.” the Diocese of Orlando’s surgical mission trip. (COURTESY PHOTOS) From Nov. 2-16, the Diocese of Orlando Missions Office coordi- nated two surgical missions. The missions returned after a five-year hiatus while Hospital Regional Dr. Alejandro Cabral in San Juan de la Maguana was updated and reno- vated. Sister Bernadette “Bernie” Mackay, director of the Mission Office, described the first surgical mission as “very primitive.” “We had to bring everything that was needed, even a M.A.S.H. anes- thesia machine like they use in the Army,” she recalled. Hospital renovations have in- cluded state-of-the-art equipment, facilitating the services the medical team could provide. Since the sur- disease leads to failure to thrive in would have probably never gotten gical missions began in 1992, Diaz, children,” he explained. their problems fixed if we had not a parishioner of Holy Cross Parish For Dr. Diaz, the experience is come ... people kept asking us to in Orlando, has served on five mis- connected to his Catholic faith and look at a cut on their arm or a kid sions and witnessed much change. its call to social justice. By perform- who had a lump on his neck. They “What remains constant is the ing these tasks for the poor, he said were asking us different things be- kindness of the people and the love it helps him “use talents and skills cause they don’t get the care and we of the volunteers … All of the mis- to show God’s presence.” were limited to how many people sionaries were willing to step out of “We are all one body in Christ we could see and how many surger- their comfort zone with great spirit and serving those who need it most ies we could do. The hope is that it’s and compassion,” he said. “Even carries this belief to the fullest.” something we can fix next time and with this small group of less than 15 One of those volunteers was they can be put on the list.” people we provided necessary sur- Kimberly Cremerius, a neonatal Reflecting on the trip, Cremerius gical services to more than 50 pa- intensive care nurse from Our Lady said each day was busy. Her job 12171-1206 tients in just a few days. I am always of Lourdes Parish in Melbourne. is always busy at home, but in the amazed at how people of different Always drawn to mission work, she Dominican Republic she said there backgrounds and experiences can really wanted to go on a medical was a difference. come together and achieve this mission after completing nursing “There was something about wonderful goal of helping those in school. For her, the gift was to see the work we were doing,” she said. great need in such a short time.” how the people lived. The patients “Even though we were busy, the During the surgical missions, live up in the mountains and the work is the prayer — offering what patients ranged from children to surgeries were in San Juan. we do to God, to help others.” n adults receiving gynecological sur- “The weekend between the two geries and hernia repairs. Diaz’ sur- missions, a few of us went up … It The next surgical mission will be geries consisted of tonsillectomies was just nice connecting the pa- Nov. 7-21, 2020. Call 407-246- and adenoid removal. tients in their hometown to see 4890 for more information or go “In the Dominican Republic, be- how they live and get a feel for their to https://www.orlandodiocese. cause of limited health care to the lives,” she said. “I still can’t wrap org/ministries-offices/mission- very poor, tonsillar and adenoidal my head around the idea that they office-welcome/. A7 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Dec. 6-19, 2019

DIOCESAN EVENTS MASSES/PRAYER NEW MISSION EVENTS WITH BISHOP NOONAN Youth Mental Health First SESSIONS MARKET Simbang Gabi Novena Mass: orlando.org Aid-Pt.1 & 2: Part One: Monday, Tuesday, Dec. 17, 7-8 p.m. Sts. Peter Charismatic Mass: Monday, Lunar New Year’s Eve Mass: Dec. 9, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.; Part NEW ROSEMONT AGAPE and Paul Parish, 5300 Old Howell Come celebrate with Bishop Noonan Dec. 16, 6:30 p.m., St. Mark the MISSION MARKET Two: Friday, Jan. 17, 8:30 a.m. Branch Rd., Winter Park. Bishop the first day of the Lunar New Year, -12:30 p.m., Sts. Peter and Paul Evangelist Parish Chapel, 7081 4300 Clarcona Ocoee Rd., S.E. Hwy. 42, Summerfield. Fr. Noonan invites you to celebrate the part of a three day celebration mark- Parish, 5300 Old Howell Branch Orlando. Open Wednesdays third novena Mass of Simbang Gabi. Rd., Winter Park. $30. Cash or Dominik will be the celebrant. and Thursdays from 9 a.m. – ing the lunar new year that the Viet- The Filipino Christmas tradition is a check made out to Catholic Prayers teams will be available 1 p.m. namese community calls Tet. Friday, Charities of Central Florida after the Mass. Lorraine Heffner, series of nine Masses celebrated in Jan. 24, 8-9 p.m. St. Philip Phan van the day. Contact Kyle Osborn, 352-750-4552. the days leading up to the birth of the Minh Parish, 15 W. Par St., Orlando FL [email protected] or 407-969- Feast of the Holy Innocents persecuted Christians of the area. Christ child. For a schedule of Masses 32804. For more information, contact 8534. Course ID 00152250. Vigil Prayer Service: Friday, Stmarkrcc.com. at other locations during the remain- Rosie Nguyen at 407-896-4210 or Dec. 27, 7-7:30 p.m., St. Mary Adult Mental Health Gospel Explosion: Sunday, ing eight days, go to filipinoministry- philipminhparish.org. First Aid-Pt.1 & 2: Part One: Magdalen Catholic Parish Marian Grotto (weather permitting), Jan. 12, 4-6 p.m., Our Lady of Wednesday, Jan. 15, 8:30 a.m.- Lourdes Parish, 201 University 12:30 p.m.; Part Two: Wednesday, 861 Maitland Ave., Altamonte Springs. All are invited, especially Blvd., Daytona Beach. Join this SUPPORT VOLUNTEERS Dec. 11, 8:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m., celebration in honor of Martin Sts. Peter and Paul Parish, 5300 those who have lost a child. Bring an ornament for the Tree of Luther King hosted by the African MINISTRIES NEEDED Old Howell Branch Rd., Winter American Ministry. Youth from all Park. $30. Cash or check made out Remembrance for children who Caregiver Support Group: Catholic Charities of Central have been lost. 407-265-2307. over the city will be showcased to Catholic Charities of Central as they honor the birth date of fourth Tuesday of the month, Florida. Visit cflcc.org /volunteer Florida the day. Contact Kyle Interpreted Mass for the Martin Luther King, Jr. Contact 10-11:30 a.m., St. Margaret Mary or contact [email protected] or Osborn, [email protected] or 407- deaf: Sundays, 11 a.m. Mass, Eretta Morris, erettam@yahoo. Parish, 526 N. Park Ave., Winter 407-658-1818, ext. 1026. 969-8534. Course ID 00152248. Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 1014 com Park. All caregivers are welcome. • Agape Mission Market, 1771 N. Catholic Days at the N. Halifax Ave., Daytona Beach. Bill Timmes, 407-647-3392. Semoran Blvd., Orlando. Monday- An American Sign Language Women’s Guild Annual Capitol: Tuesday, Jan. 28- Rummage Sale: Friday, Sunshine Seniors: third Friday, 9 a.m.–1 p.m., and 1- Thursday, Jan. 30. Join us as we interpreter provided. Meet in Thursdays, noon (except in the 4:30 p.m.; and at 644 S. 9th the café, 10:15 a.m., for a “deaf Jan. 24, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m., meet and build relationships with Church summer), Blessed Trinity Parish, St., Lake Wales, Tuesdays and our legislative representatives coffee chat” with pastries. 4545 Anderson Rd., Orlando. Enjoy Thursdays, 9-11 a.m. and noon- 386-255-0433. Hall, 3780 Hwy. A1A, Melbourne and Catholic Bishops. It is a great Beach. a potluck lunch, outings and faith. 4 p.m., and Fridays, 5-7 p.m. opportunity to advocate on Rosary: Before all Masses and Turner Flynn, 407-277-1702. Volunteers needed to help sort, social issues & church teachings. Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Separated and divorced: pack, stock and distribute food. Fridays at 6 p.m., and Tuesdays Concludes with Votive Mass of • Mondays, 7:30 p.m., Holy • Clerical/administrative at 5:30 p.m. St. Jude Parish, 443 CONCERTS the Holy Spirit. Office of Advocacy Redeemer Parish, 1603 N. Thacker volunteers needed to assist with Marion Oaks Dr., Ocala. Come and Justice 407-658-1818 ext. 1086 “Breath of Heaven” Ave., Kissimmee. Sylvester Edwards, data entry, copying, filing and and experience the power of the or [email protected], cflcc. Christmas Musical: Friday, 407-460-0707. organization for Family Stability org, 407-658-1818 Ext. 1086. rosary as we pray as in community. Dec. 6, 5-6:30 p.m., St. Mark the Program in Orlando, 1819 N. Aida Figueroa, 352-512-3592. • Catholic Divorce Survival Evangelist Parish, 7081 S.E. Hwy. Guide, 12-week program, Tuesdays, Semoran Blvd., Monday-Friday, 42, Summerfield. Celebration 6:30-8:30 p.m., St. Margaret Mary 10 a.m.-2 p.m. RETREATS Choir directed by Roger Grenier. Parish, 526 N. Park Ave., Winter • Volunteer medical COMMUNITY Concert held in the church. Park. Cost: $20, scholarships professionals needed at each clinic. San Pedro Center: 2400 Dike Christmas at the Basilica available. Lori Reinneck, lori@ [email protected], Lazarus Rd., Winter Park. To register: EVENTS Concert: Friday, Dec. 6, 7:30- stmargaretmary.org, 407-645-0284. Free Medical Clinic in Wildwood; sanpedrocenter.org/retreats- Find Your Greatness: 8:30 p.m., Basilica of the National [email protected], St. Luke’s programs, or call 407-671-6322. • Coffee and conversation, Saturday, Dec. 7, 10 a.m.- Shrine of Mary, Queen of the second Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Our Lady Free Medical and Dental Clinic in • Senior Day with Dr. Isabel 2 p.m., Epiphany Catholic Parish, Universe, 8300 Vineland Ave., of Lourdes, 1014 N. Halifax Ave., Eustis; [email protected], St. Fernandez: Thursday, Dec. 12, 201 Lafayette St., Port Orange. Orlando. Dr. William Picher Daytona Beach. Leslie Bonner, 386- Thomas Free Medical Clinic in St. 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m., St. John the Speaker Jonathan Fanning will and the Basilica Choir. Adults 265-1199. Cloud. Apostle. $15, lunch and Mass. focus on four habits to transform $25, under 12 are free. Tickets: • “Divorce Care Ministry Adults Lazarus Free Dental Clinic • Family Night-A Christmas one’s life based on “Four Signs http://maryqueenoftheuniverse. and Children,” Mondays, 6:30- of St. Paul Parish in Leesburg Celebration: Wednesday, Dec. 18, of a Dynamic Catholic.” $25 org/concerts/ or by calling 8 p.m., Holy Name of Jesus, 3050 is looking for volunteer dentists 6-8 p.m., Live nativity, food and at dynamiccatholic.com or call 407-239-6600. N. Hwy. A1A, Indialantic. 321-773- and dental hygienists. If treats for sale, and more. 859-980-7900. Brothers’ Concert: Sunday, 2783. interested, contact Myrta Aviles at • Life in the Eucharist Retreat: 352-748-4567. Our Lady of Guadalupe Dec. 8, 3 p.m., Our Lady of the Families with incarcerated Friday, Jan. 17, 4 p.m. – Sunday, Celebration: Sunday, Lakes Church, 1310 Maximillian loved ones: St. Vincent de Paul Orlando Jan. 19, 11 a.m. Deepen your Dec. 8, 4-6:30 p.m., Lake Eola St., Deltona. Annual concert of provides volunteer opportunities • Third Saturdays, 9 a.m., St. personal relationship with Amphitheatre, 195 Rosalind Ave., spiritual and holiday songs and through its stores and food Mary Magdalen Parish, Mother Jesus Christ. Acquire a broader Orlando. Mañanitas with Mariachi piano classics with Father Frank pantries for students needing Teresa Room, 861 Maitland Ave., intellectual appreciation of the to Our Lady of Guadalupe. Cerio, pianist, and his brother volunteer hours. Apply at Altamonte Springs. 407-463-5780 Eucharist as we explore the Reenactment of the apparitions Joseph Cerio III, baritone. Guest svdporlando.org. or email [email protected]. liturgical richness of the Mystery of Our Lady to St. Juan Diego artist: Jeff Kuznicki, organist. of the Eucharist and how it and interpretation of the symbols 386-574-2131 Bereavement support groups: applies to daily life. on her cloak. Bring your flower The 177 Project-An Evening • St. James Cathedral social SECULAR Catechist Formation-Faith Fit offering to the Heavenly Queen. of Adoration and Music: hall, 215 N. Orange Ave., Orlando, Enrichment Retreat: Saturday, Parish Advent Mission: Sunday, Dec. 8, 7-9 p.m., St. monthly. Life after loss grief COMMUNITIES Jan. 18, 9:30 a.m.- 3 p.m., St. Paul Monday-Wednesday, Dec. 9-11, Charles Borromeo Parish, support. Contact mmokris@ Lay Carmelites: first Saturdays, Catholic Church, 1330 Sunshine 5 p.m., St. , 4001 Edgewater Dr., Orlando. stjamesorlando.org; 407-422-2055, 9 a.m.-noon, Annunciation Parish, Ave., Leesburg Journey through 7081 SE Hwy. 42, Summerfield. Encounter Jesus Christ in ext. 101. 1020 Montgomery Rd., Altamonte ,Mary’s Magnifcat and learn Medical doctor and Capuchin Eucharistic Adoration and music. • Holy Redeemer Parish office Springs. Lay Carmelite order of what it means and how we can Franciscan Rev. Paul Bielecki, [email protected], 1603 N. 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Redemp- torist Father Aldrin Nunes of Sacred Heart Parish blesses boats at the New Smyrna Yacht Club Nov. 2. (BETSY GREGOR | COURTESY)

Five Maguire family siblings, who all attended Holy Name of Jesus School brought the gifts of bread and wine to the altar. (COURTESY RICHARD THOMPSON) Parish celebrates engaged parish, inspired by Christ, POLK COUNTY chestra. Another Harrison student, know that there is a higher presence and embracing their Catholic iden- a pianist, joined the three cellists looking out for us while we’re on the 60 years tity each day. In a moving moment, on one of the pieces performed. water is a really big deal.” INDIALANTIC | On Christmas the congregation gave Father Peter Music offers The high school students’ eclectic The blessing date moved from Eve of 1959, Holy Name of Jesus Henry a standing ovation. “I was program included the beautiful May to November this year, leading Parish in Indialantic held its first thinking of the numerous sacra- respite for the soul “Requiem for Three Cellos” by Da- to a larger attendance than usual, Mass in a parishioner’s home that mental moments we have had as a LAKELAND | Midday Medita- vid Popper. with nearly 30 officers and boat was still under construction. Today parish, and just celebrating what tions is a classical concert series “Fleitz has created a schedule owners anticipating the invocation. the parish celebrates its 60 years of we have been as a community of begun at St. Joseph Parish in Lake- of musicians and performers that “It assures them by word and living the light of Christ and edu- faith in the past, the present and land in 2006. “I felt the beauty of the touches the hearts of all who join action that God is our creator and cating generations past and pres- the hope of the future,” said Father church and the excellent acoustics us,” Father LaBo said. “I am grateful cares for all that He has created,” ent. During the anniversary Mass Circe. were ideal for classical music,” said for this creative way in which our Father Nunes said. The parochial celebration, Nov. 24, Bishop John Representing that vibrancy, the Patrick Fleitz, director of music. “I church can host the arts and music vicar believes the blessing allows Noonan praised its pastors for a five Maguire family siblings, who had seen this idea used in churches that so intimately ties into our faith those present “to experience God job well done, noting their various all attended Holy Name of Jesus across the country — a lunchtime and love of God.” who is just a prayer away, just a call gifts offered to God for their par- School brought the gifts of bread concert series — and knew that away, just a shout away. That they ish community. He thanked Father and wine to the altar, accompanied here in Lakeland we did not have may experience how much he loves Scott Circe, pastor, who came to the by their families. The siblings all at- anything like it. Fourteen seasons BREVARD COUNTY them unconditionally.” parish in July 2017, for fomenting tended Holy Name of Jesus Catholic later, we are still going strong.” the parish’s new vision of being an School. Fleitz is a classically trained mu- Boats get tide sician, as are many of his friends and colleagues. Yet his schedule of blessings leaves little time to prepare a bi- NEW SMYRNA BEACH | On weekly recital, so the short concerts Nov. 2, Father Aldrin Nunes, paro- are ideal. Performers are all highly chial vicar of Sacred Heart Parish in talented musicians. Many of them New Smyrna Beach blessed boats perform with local orchestras, and sailors at the New Smyrna others are music faculty members Yacht Club, perpetuating a centu- from the local colleges, and some ries-old tradition of the Blessing of are young artists from the local per- the Fleet. Originating in southern forming arts high school, explained Europe, Catholic priests blessed Fleitz. Although not all the music is boats and sailors in fishing commu- considered sacred, the programs do nities against the harrowing whims incorporate such pieces. The par- of the sea. The tradition came to the ish’s downtown location is perfect, U.S. in the 1800s. Today, priests as providing a time of respite in the well as pastors of other faith tradi- midst of a busy workday. tions offer the benediction. The “Lakeland is a culturally rich blessing is meant to ensure a safe community that possesses so much and bountiful season. talent, especially from our young “We do this to pray for protection people,” said Father Tim LaBo, pas- and safety, against hurricanes, tor- tor. “St. Joseph’s Midday Meditation nadoes and the dangers of the sea Concert Series showcases this lo- and to take care of the community,” cal talent and fills our church with said Father Nunes, adding he hopes the opportunity to thank God for those gathered “experience the pro- all that has been given to us.” Mass tective care of God, and his comfort, follows the meditations, providing especially His compassion.” opportunity for an encounter with Clergy from Sacred Heart Parish God’s living presence. have been providing the blessing Recently, Fleitz’s son, Dennis, for years at the behest of the yacht participated as part of the Harrison club. “Being an old salty sailor, I

Cello Trio from the Harrison School have great respect for the sea and 13252-1206 of Arts. He and cellist Andrew Stew- the boats and the wind,” said Karen art recently made the All-State or- North, yacht club fleet captain. “To WWW.THEFLORIDACATHOLIC.ORG | Dec. 6-19, 2019 FLORIDACatholic Diocese of Orlando ay the God of endurance and encouragement grant you to think in harmony with one another, in keeping with Christ Jesus, that with one accord you may Mwith one voice glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. — Rom 15:5-6

Bishop John Noonan celebrates with parishioners the inception of a new parish in Lake Nona/St. Cloud, St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, the Sunday after the ’s feast day. St. Cabrini was the first United States citizen to be canonized. She worked with immigrants and helped establish many educational and medical facilities. (STEPHEN DOWELL | FC)

My Sisters and Brothers in Christ, of the Florida Catholic. This summarized to you, God’s holy people, whose minds Grace and Peace of our Lord Jesus Christ information, which has been obtained from and hearts have been opened to embrace be with you. During the season of Advent, the our unmodified audit report prepared by the Catholic faith. It is a snapshot of our Scripture elicits from us prayerful discernment the independent accounting firm of RSM US unity through, with and in Christ. about living in harmony with one another. LLP, offers a succinct, clear and overarching To you, I say thank you! I convey my St. Paul chides us not to be distracted presentation of our current finances. sincere gratitude for your acceptance of by matters of the earth; but seek Should you have any specific questions or the Gospel and your efforts to truly live to be one with Jesus, that we comments regarding this financial report, I in harmony with one another because of praise God by our daily living. invite you to contact the diocesan Finance our love of God. May our voice glorify the This unity with God yields us Office directly at 407-246-4837. The complete God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ. to be faith-filled and multiply His audited financial statements are found on the love. This faithfulness is evidenced diocesan website, www.orlandodiocese.org. Sincerely yours in Christ, through the Statements of Financial Position As you review this financial information, and Activities for the Administrative Offices be reminded of the lived experience of of the Diocese of Orlando for the fiscal years the Gospel which creates this report. It is ended June 30, 2019 and 2018. I invite you to a financial summation of our daily living Most Reverend John Noonan review this supplement of the Orlando edition focused on God’s Word. This report attests Bishop of Orlando Financial Statements Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic ORLANDO FINANCIAL STATEMENT C2 Diocese of Orlando Administrative Offices — Statement of Activities — Fund Group Year Ended June 30, 2019 (With Summarized Totals for Year Ended June 30, 2018) Funds without donor restrictions Funds with donor restrictions Life/Gift Operating Diocesan Plant Endowment Annuity and Total Total Funds Savings Fund Fund Funds Other Funds Eliminations 2019 2018

Revenues, gains and other support: Our Catholic Appeal contributions $ 15,131,310 $ — $ — $ — $ — $ — $ 15,131,310 $ 15,039,221 Contributions and bequests 1,475,201 — — 37,722 — — 1,512,923 1,677,644 Self-insurance premiums and service fees 29,727,923 — — — — — 29,727,923 29,768,932 Investment income, net 2,994,748 8,051,900 1,579,823 1,052,844 13,865 (1,319,801) 12,373,379 6,837,056 Gain on sale of land, buildings and equipment 86,736 — 1,304,275 — — — 1,391,011 2,589,289 Actuarial adjustment to life annuities payable — — — — 3,707 — 3,707 2,206 Other income 847,339 1,242,802 46,258 — — (539,000) 1,597,399 2,208,758 Total revenues, gains and other support 50,263,257 9,294,702 2,930,356 1,090,566 17,572 (1,858,801) 61,737,652 58,123,106

Expenses: Program services: Self-insurance program 26,549,850 — — — — ­— 26,549,850 24,641,087 Deposit and loan expenses —- 3,173,666 — — — (25,305) 3,148,361 3,173,967 Pastoral 3,399,304 — — — — — 3,399,304 3,500,962 Social services 1,878,546 — — — — — 1,878,546 1,798,485 Religious personnel development 3,309,619 — — — — — 3,309,619 3,861,889 Plant activities —- — 2,615,649 — — (1,294,496) 1,321,153 1,253,929 Education 2,424,967 — — — — — 2,424,967 2,409,948 Donations and special projects 1,187,404 — 533,690 — — (539,000) 1,182,094 1,856,925 Total program services 38,749,690 3,173,666 3,149,339 — — (1,858,801) 43,213,894 42,497,192

Supporting services: Diocesan administration 9,822,564 — — — — — 9,822,564 8,056,071 Interest expense 3,480,357 — — — — — 3,480,357 3,371,440 Change in interest rate swap liability 630,185 47,752 — — — — 677,937 (4,002,996) Loss on debt extinguishment — — — — — — — — Endowment activities — — — 804,061 — — 804,061 676,399 Life and gift annuities expenses — — — — 12,081 — 12,081 9,122 Total supporting services 13,933,106 47,752 — 804,061 12,081 — 14,797,000 8,110,036 Total expenses 52,682,796 3,221,418 3,149,339 804,061 12,081 (1,858,801) 58,010,894 50,607,228 Change in net assets before transfers (2,419,539) 6,073,284 (218,983) 286,505 5,491 — 3,726,758 7,515,878 Interfund transfers 1,000,168 — (797,168) (203,000) — — — — Change in net assets (1,419,371) 6,073,284 (1,016,151) 83,505 5,491 — 3,726,758 7,515,878

Net assets (deficit): Beginning 46,836,121 (9,570,612) 16,116,156 19,822,680 115,402 — 73,319,747 65,803,869 Ending $ 45,416,750 $ (3,497,328) $ 15,100,005 $ 19,906,185 $ 120,893 $ — $ 77,046,505 $ 73,319,747 Diocese of Orlando Administrative Offices — Statement of Financial Position — Fund Group As of June 30, 2019 (With Summarized Totals for Year Ended June 30, 2018)

Funds without donor restrictions Funds without donor restrictions Life/Gift Assets Operating Diocesan Plant Operating Endowment Annuity and Eliminations Total Total Funds Savings Fund Fund Funds Funds Other Funds 2019 2018

Cash and cash equivalents $ 20,458,516 $ 44,948,708 $ 592,495 $ 604,335 $ 982,955 $ 4,380 $ (2,049,604) $ 65,541,785 $ 51,803,110 Pledges receivable, net — — — 15,131,310 — — — 15,131,310 15,042,504 Prepaid expenses and other assets 2,499,769 98,016 81,001 — — — — 2,678,786 2,189,545 Accrued interest receivable 73,770 459,708 44,368 — 11,211 — — 589,057 552,199 Loans receivable, net — 23,151,709 — — — — — 23,151,709 21,205,590 Advances to diocesan entities, net 18,622,530 — — — — — — 18,622,530 20,870,243 Bequests and other receivables, net 670,901 — — — — — — 670,901 520,287 Investments 47,908,816 75,498,356 27,504,151 — 16,727,509 172,597 — 167,811,429 161,008,072 Land, buildings and equipment, net — — 37,373,420 — — — — 37,373,420 43,081,400 Due from other funds 49,959,189 27,252,544 6,172,000 2,294,974 2,184,510 — (87,863,217) — — Total assets $ 140,193,491 $ 171,409,041 $ 71,767,435 $18,030,619 $19,906,185 $176,977 $ (89,912,821) $ 331,570,927 $ 316,272,950

Liabilities and Net Assets Liabilities Accounts payable and accrued expenses $ 15,621,566 $ 111,522 $ 6,927,985 $ 886,310 $ — $ — $ (18,531,606) $ 5,015,777 $ 5,422,899 Lines of credit payable 14,850,622 — — — — — — 14,850,622 14,850,622 Self-insurance claim liabilities 4,474,723 — — — — — — 4,474,723 3,400,434 Interest rate swap liability 7,300,756 1,884,522 — — — — — 9,185,278 8,507,339 Savings deposits — 149,250,325 — — — — (2,049,604) 147,200,721 135,680,902 Annuities payable and other liabilities — — — — — 42,301 — 42,301 46,007 Notes payable 50,095,000 23,660,000 — — — - — 73,755,000 75,045,000 Due to other funds 19,578,383 — 49,739,445 — — 13,783 (69,331,611) — — Total liabilities 111,921,050 174,906,369 56,667,430 886,310 — 56,084 (89,912,821) 254,524,422 242,953,203

Net assets (deficit) Without donor restrictions: Undesignated 22,734,148 (3,497,328) 15,100,005 — — — — 34,336,825 24,106,008 Designated for special use 5,538,293 — — — — — — 5,538,293 11,833,681 Total without donor restrictions 28,272,441 (3,497,328) 15,100,005 — — — — 39,875,118 35,939,689 With donor restrictions — — — 17,144,309 19,906,185 120,893 — 37,171,387 37,380,058 Total net assets (deficit) 28,272,441 (3,497,328) 15,100,005 17,144,309 19,906,185 120,893 — 77,046,505 73,319,747 Total liabilities and net assets $140,193,491 $171,409,041 $71,767,435 $ 18,030,619 $ 19,906,185 $ 176,977 $ (89,912,821) $ 331,570,927 $ 316,272,950 C3 ORLANDO FINANCIAL STATEMENT Florida Catholic Dec. 6-19, 2019 Diocese of Orlando Administrative Offices Revenues and other support Statement of Activities Year ended June 30, 2019 Year ended June 30, 2019 (With Comparative Totals for Year Ended June 30, 2018) TOTAL TOTAL 2018 2019 Revenues, gains and other support: Our Catholic Appeal contributions $ 15,039,221 $15,131,310 Contributions and bequests 1,677,644 1,512,923 Self-insurance premiums and service fees 29,768,932 29,727,923 Interest income, net 6,837,056 12,373,379 Gain on sale of land, buildings and equipment 2,589,289 1,391,011 Actuarial adjustment to life annuities payable 2,206 3,707 Other income 2,208,758 1,597,399 Total revenues, gains and other support 58,123,106 61,737,652

Expenses: Program services: Self-insurance program 24,641,087 26,549,850 Self-insurance premiums and Other income and actuarial Deposit and loan expenses 3,173,967 3,148,361 service fees (48.2%) adjustment to life annuities Pastoral 3,500,962 3,399,304 payable (2.5%) Social services 1,798,485 1,878,546 Our Catholic Appeal contributions Religious personnel development 3,861,889 3,309,619 (24.5%) Contributions and bequests Plant activities 1,253,929 1,321,153 (2.5%) Education 2,409,948 2,424,967 Investment income, net Donations and special projects 1,856,925 1,182,094 (20.0%) Gain on sale of land, Total program services 42,497,192 43,213,894 buildings and equipment Supporting services: (2.3%) Diocesan administration 8,056,071 9,822,564 Interest expense 3,371,440 3,480,357 Change in interest rate swap liability (4,002,996) 677,937 Endowment activities 676,399 804,061 Expenses Life and gift annuity expenses 9,122 12,081 Year ended June 30, 2019 Total supporting services 8,110,036 14,797,000 Total expenses 50,607,228 58,010,894 Change in net assets 7,515,878 3,726,758

Net assets: Beginning 65,803,869 73,319,747 Ending $ 73,319,747 $77,046,505 Self-insurance program (45.8%)

Diocesan administration (16.9%)

Interest expense (6.0%)

Pastoral (5.9%) Social services Endowment Religious (3.2%) activities and life personnel and gift annuity development Plant activities expenses (1.4%) (5.7%) (2.3%) Change in Deposit and loan More than 500 catechumens attended the Rite of Election where their godparents Donations and interest rate swap vouched for their readiness to enter the Church by adding their names to the book of expenses (5.4%) special projects liability (1.2%) the elect. Persons 7 years and older who have not been baptized participate in the Rite (2.0%) of Catholic Initiation of Adults to learn about and grow in faith. The Rite of Election Education (4.2%) is a step closer to making their Sacraments of Initiation. (GLENDA MEEKINS | FC) Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic ORLANDO FINANCIAL STATEMENT C4 Diocese of Orlando Administrative Offices Assets Statement of Financial Position — As of June 30, 2019 As of June 30, 2019 (With Comparative Totals as of June 30, 2018)

TOTAL TOTAL Assets 2018 2019

Cash and cash equivalents $ 51,803,110 $65,541,785 Pledges receivable, net 15,042,504 15,131,310 Prepaid expenses and other assets 2,189,545 2,678,786 Accrued interest receivable 552,199 589,057 Loans receivable, net 21,205,590 23,151,709 Advances to diocesan entities, net 20,870,243 18,622,530 Bequests and other receivables, net 520,287 670,901 Investments 161,008,072 167,811,429 Investments (50.6%) Pledges receivable, net Land, buildings and equipment, net 43,081,400 37,373,420 (4.6%) Cash and cash equivalents Total assets $ 316,272,950 $ 331,570,927 (19.8%) Prepaid expenses and other assets (0.8%) Liabilities and Net Assets Land, buildings and Accounts payable and accrued expenses $ 5,422,899 $5,015,777 equipment, net (11.3%) Bequests and other Lines of credit payable 14,850,622 14,850,622 receivables, net (0.2%) Self-insurance claim liabilities 3,400,434 4,474,723 Loans receivable, net (7.0%) Interest rate swap liability 8,507,339 9,185,278 Accrued interest receivable Advances to diocesan entities, Savings deposits 135,680,902 147,200,721 (0.1%) net (5.6%) Annuities payable and other liabilities 46,007 42,301 Notes payable 75,045,000 73,755,000 Total liabilities 242,953,203 254,524,422 Liabilities and Net Assets Net Assets Without donor restrictions 35,939,689 39,875,118 As of June 30, 2019 With donor restrictions 37,380,058 37,171,387 Total net assets 73,319,747 77,046,505

Total liabilities and net assets $ 316,272,950 $ 331,570,927

Statistics for the Diocese of Orlando • There are 22 seminarians in formation • Catholic Charities of Central Florida for the vocation of priesthood. is our outreach to the people of God through the corporal works of mercy. • There are 189 permanent deacons More than 70,000 people were served serving in the Diocese of Orlando, with food supplies through mission and 53 men are in formation markets and mobile food pantries. to be ordained as deacons. • More than 6,400 catechists • There are 54 women religious throughout our 92 parishes and missions serving in the Diocese of Orlando. provided faith formation opportunities, Savings deposits (44.4%) Accounts payable and • More than 12,000 people visited sacramental preparation, and child accrued expenses (1.5%) the 200-acre San Pedro Spiritual and adult catechesis to more than Net assets (23.2%) Development Center last year. 48,000 adults, youth and children. Self-insurance claim liabilities Notes payable (22.2%) • More than 35 design and construction • More than 1,700 teachers and staff and other (1.4%) projects, 70 facilities maintenance in our Catholic schools are enriched by Lines of credit payable (4.5%) projects and 40 real estate transactions opportunities for formation so that more were managed for our growing parishes. than 14,500 students are nourished by Interest rate swap liability the gifts of God, His Word and His Body. (2.8%) WWW.THEFLORIDACATHOLIC.ORG | Dec. 6-19, 2019 FLORIDACatholic PALM BEACH DIOCESE Young adults ‘Come and see’ open hearts Religious invite community in adoration to ‘come and see’ path to vocation RYAN GUSTIN Florida Catholic correspondent

BOYNTON BEACH | To allow young adults to encounter the divine with others, St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary in Boynton Beach welcomed all young adults of the diocese to its regular holy hour of Eucharistic Adoration with praise and worship Nov. 21. This hour provided young adults the op- portunity to see old friends from throughout the diocese and connect with other college students and young professionals with similar Catholic values and diverse backgrounds. Deacon Ryan Saunders, a transitional dea- Sister Jadwiga Drapala shared her vocation story with the women present at the "come-and-see" event hosted by the Sisters con from the Archdiocese of Miami, led the of the Most Holy Soul of Christ the Lord in Stuart on Nov. 16. (PHOTOS BY CECILIA PADILLA | FC) holy hour assisted by Angel Garcia, a second- year theologian from the Diocese of Orlando. CECILIA PADILLA Deacon Saunders gave a powerful reflection on of the Florida Catholic staff the parable of the lost sheep from Luke 15:1-7. “When we struggle the Lord seeks us out,” STUART | Gabriela McCausland didn’t he said. “He leaves the know what to expect out of a “come-and- FYI 99 and, like the Good see” event spent with the Sisters of the Most Shepherd, finds us Holy Soul of Christ the Lord. St. Vincent de Paul and returns us to the “I’ve always wondered what it would be Regional Seminary flock. When we are like to live as a religious sister,” said Mc- offers opportuni- found and returned, Causland, a young woman who teaches ties for young adult we receive the healing fourth grade at St. Joseph Parish activities. Follow the that we need. I encour- in Stuart. “I expected to walk into a stuffy seminary on Facebook age the young adults building with a strict environment. But @SVdPSem, or visit at that moment in the having spent the day with the sisters, I’ve svdp.edu/project-page. presence of our Eucha- learned it’s nothing like that at all.” ristic Lord, to allow the She said when she entered the house, her Holy Spirit to penetrate the deep, dark recesses mood “automatically lifted.” of their hearts. Bring to the Lord their struggles, “You can feel the joy that the sisters ema- their anxieties, their fears, their weaknesses nate through their witness to Christ’s love. and allow the Lord to lift them up and heal I learned and laughed a lot today. Their life them.” is proof that when you follow God’s will These words resonated with the young and trust in him, happiness will follow,” adults present, many of whom find themselves McCausland said. “I had always been cu- struggling with loneliness, depression and un- rious about becoming a sister and it was certainty of their life’s direction. Deacon Saun- hard to imagine what that life looked like. ders reminded them the answer to those diffi- Now I have a vibrant, living image of what cult situations are found in allowing the Lord to it means to be a religious. I will keep this Sister Anita Gabarczyk plays an exercise game with Melissa Martin. seek us, find us and return us to himself. vocation in mind as I discern God’s plan Joseph Steger, a first-year theologian who for me.” by using a large puzzle of a horse taped to a habits all the time,” Sister Drapala said. “For sang in the choir, shared that for him it was a The Sisters of the Most Holy Soul of board on an easel. “I found the biggest puz- me, it’s a sign of who I am, of the woman I “beautiful time of silence and song with the Christ the Lord, a Polish order at St. Joseph zle I could find at the Dollar Store. I wanted am before God. It took me a little bit to come Lord.” Catholic Church, opened their home to the to go for a strong visual.” to terms with that because my mother, sis- Deacon Saunders reflected, “It is a trans- community Nov. 16, for women to experi- Sister Drapala’s quick wit kept the group ters and I love dresses and fashion. I would formative experience to lead so many young ence a day in the life of a religious. Women laughing and engaged, a characteristic Sis- stress too much over being trendy or not re- adults in worship — particularly in adoration of all ages and vocations were invited to ter Martina Bednarz and Sister Anita Gab- peating outfits around people. Some might of our Lord. It brings me great encouragement spend time in prayer, reflection and fel- arczyk also shared. think that a habit is constricting, but I think for the future of the Church and serves as a lowship, discussing God’s plan for them “When I was first considering religious it brings a sort of freedom that allows me to challenge for me in my future ministry to be a through a call to vocations. life, my father took me to visit the sisters focus on God.” good and holy priest to serve the people of God “We are all on the path to heaven,” said in Krakow,” Sister Bednarz said. “I wore a With perfect comedic timing, Sister Dra- entrusted to my care.” Sister Jadwiga Drapala, as she spoke to the beautiful fur coat and yellow shoes that I pala quipped, “I never thought I would join Throughout the holy hour, several priests group about vocations. “God has a plan for loved so much. I knew I would have to take this community. I really did not like the veil from the seminary were present to hear con- us and we are one puzzle piece of the larger on a habit, but my love for Jesus was beyond they wore back then. So ugly.” fessions. Father Alfredo Hernandez, the semi- picture. Discerning your vocation, going the material things in my life. But I’m hu- The veils worn by the Sisters of the Most nary’s academic dean, stated, “It is edifying for through formation, is like turning the puz- man, it was difficult. I miss those shoes.” Holy Soul of Christ have changed from a me to see how many young people are hungry zle piece around and around until you find The topic of fashion was one that resur- black and white brimmed headdress to a to adore Christ in the Blessed Sacrament and the right way it fits into the empty space.” faced throughout conversation. “Naturally, sing praise to God.” n Sister Drapala illustrated this metaphor women want to know how we can wear PLEASE SEE RELIGIOUS, A2 Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A2 Faithful protest the expansion of Planned Parenthood ALEEN STANTON PREGNANCY CARE HELP IS AVAILABLE Florida Catholic correspondent Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach provides life-saving alternatives PORT ST. LUCIE | Pro-life to abortion through Birthline/Lifeline Pregnancy Care Center. The centers promote groups, families and local church the sanctity of life and offer pregnancy care services at its locations in Boynton parishioners from the Diocese of Beach, West Palm Beach and Pahokee. Services are available free of charge to all Palm Beach flooded Port St. Lucie clients who meet basic criteria. Women coping with an unplanned pregnancy can City Hall Nov. 25 to peacefully pro- access compassionate counseling regarding adoption, alternatives to pregnancy test the opening of a new Planned terminations and assistance with childcare after birth. For more information, visit Parenthood facility in the area. ccdpb.org/programs/birthlinelifeline-pregnancy-care-centers or call 561-345-2000. The impetus for the protest originated from Planned Parent- hood’s recent purchase of a new “As a result of the laws in effect in you can actually influence the laws building at 1696 S.E. Hillmoor Port St. Lucie and in the state and that control it.” Avenue, Port St. Lucie, shortly af- in the country, the facility use will The public were then allowed to ter announcing that their present not come to the city council for ap- speak for three minutes at the pub- location in Stuart will be closing. proval. It is a facility use going into lic forum. Dr. William Lampert, a The Planned Parenthood web- a medical office building and the family physician in Port St. Lucie, site states, “This location will be only thing that is required is the was the first pro-life advocate to A family from Port St. Lucie stands together at a peacful protest held closing on Jan. 14, 2020 and will occupancy and zoning form and speak. “I am here as a physician at Port St. Lucie City Hall Nov. 25. (ALEEN STANTON | FC) reopen at our brand-new location the paying of an occupational tax. spending the past 41 years of my on Jan. 22, 2020.” There is no decision making that life as a family physician delivering Cindy Palaya, a pro-life activist, April Laughlin, administrative The protesters presented more will be done by the city council on more than 2,000 babies and doing said, while she heard Oravec use assistant at St. Bernadette, said, than 3,000 signed petitions to the this item.” my best to help life.” the word “medical” in regards to “We need to stop abortion. From Port St. Lucie city council. The Instead, the mayor encouraged James Thoma, a respect life the clinic, she retorted, “Murder is our parish alone, we had 1,172 pa- council meeting was led by Gregory the peaceful protesters to voice leader and parishioner from Holy not medical.” rishioners sign the petitions to stop J. Oravec, mayor of the City of Port their concerns on the state and fed- Family Parish in Port St. Lucie, said, “There is nothing medical about Planned Parenthood.” St. Lucie. Recognizing the large eral level. “You are currently advo- “Planned Parenthood is a business an abortion clinic,” she continued. Cecilia Ramirez, a parishioner numbers of pro-life groups present, cating to a group that has no power that has been filmed selling abort- “(The doctors) take an oath to save from St. Anastasia Parish in Fort the mayor explained the city coun- to intervene on this application. I ed baby parts, which is illegal. Port lives, not take lives. It’s a tragedy Pierce and who was at the protest cil had no power to rule over the would encourage you to continue St. Lucie is a beautiful city and we when we as human beings say, ‘save with her family, said “We want to opening of the new Planned Parent- to be passionate and advocate at want to protect its people from the turtle eggs,’ ‘save animals,’ and we protect those babies that don’t have hood facility. the state and federal levels where scourge of Planned Parenthood.” have no regard for human life.” a voice.” n RELIGIOUS: Sisters of the Most Holy Soul of Christ open their doors and invite women to ‘Come and See’ FROM A1 changing responses. Sister Gabar- FYI czyk reviewed their daily schedule, which includes canonical silence For more information about the simple white veil, but their mis- and spending time in the presence Sisters of the Most Holy Soul of Christ sion and charism has remained the of the Blessed Sacrament. the Lord, email sisters.cach@yahoo. same. “The charism of our order is Lunch followed prayer, and the com or call 772-286-5720. To learn centered on the pillars of identity, bright kitchen and open seating ar- about the founding of the order, the sisters’ mission and charism or dignity and eternal destiny,” Sister rangement allowed conversation to to access prayers of reflection, visit Gabarczyk said. “We strive to make flow. Soft laughs were pointed at Sis- sistersofthemostholysoulofchrist. people aware of Christ living in their ter Bednarz who snuck a few extra com. Visit the website for updates souls and to emphasize the value of cookies on her plate. “There’s fruit on the next “come-and-see” event every immortal human soul and its there too, so I’m being healthy!” scheduled for March 2020. great destiny in God.” Glancing around the table, Sister Sister Gabarczyk poignantly re- Gabarczyk said, “God is so gener- lated the idea of living a contem- ous. Just looking around here today have to confront again and again. plative life to the millennials in the we have single women, women who I wasn’t totally happy the first year room by referencing technology’s are dating and married women— after taking my vows. The first time power over their spiritual lives. each with their own jobs and per- I visited home after entering the “Technology does a lot of good, but sonal stories. Today is not about community I was so sad and missed also harms you when you let it take convincing you to join religious life. my family a lot. I was doubting the over. The world is full of these things Today is about opening your hearts choice I made and leaned on God to yelling at you, the world is noisy. The to God, no matter where you are in support me through that period of love of God is gentle, calm, steady. life, so that you can ask yourselves, formation.” Listen to him in the quiet.” ‘What do I desire, not only in this “This moment in time when She emphasized the vital work life, but after?’” you’re tested after making a big de- the sisters do living an active life in This question, elaborated Sister cision is a second call. God is ask- the community. “I and Sister Bed- Bednarz, leads to an opportunity ing you to choose him again, every narz work at St. Joseph School and to say “yes” to God in the face of time,” Sister Gabarczyk said. Sister Martina Bednarz reminisces about her call to religious life. Sister Drapala works in the parish difficulty. “My mother was not very The visit concluded with Mass (CECILIA PADILLA | FC) faith formation program. The order happy that I decided to become in the chapel, celebrated by Father also has missions in Cameroon pro- a sister. She missed me so much Daniel Daza-Jaller from St. An- it was a day for everyone to grow sisters are regular human beings viding material goods and teaching when I entered the convent and she astasia Parish in Fort Pierce, and spiritually. I felt incredibly loved that are just like the rest of us,” said the villagers how to build sturdy refused to visit me in the beginning. time for sharing thoughts about the here.” Melissa Martin, a young woman homes and about God. There is so She finally came to visit after hear- come-and-see. Luanne Dunne, a parishioner at from St. Joseph Parish who is dis- much good to be done!” ing from my father how happy I was. Carol Bentert, a parishioner at St. Joseph Parish, said, “I had inter- cerning religious life. “They joke After hearing the sisters’ vocation I had to trust in God and know that St. Christopher Parish in Hobe acted with the sisters at church and around and make mistakes. We of- stories, the group joined the sisters what I was going through was for a Sound, said “I wasn’t sure what the around the parish, but today I got to ten forget that because society has a in their daily noon prayer in the reason—he molded me.” sisters would make of a married see them in a personal setting that different image of religious life. The chapel. Each sister paired up with a “Becoming a religious sister is woman coming to the retreat today. revealed their hearts as women. It sisters are a living example of what group member, showing them how not one big choice and then, boom, I thought maybe the come-and-see was a lovely experience and we all it means to keep your eyes fixed on to follow along in the prayer book you’re a sister,” said Sister Drapa- was meant for young women dis- got to let our hair down.” the Lord.” n and walking them through the la. “It’s a series of choices that we cerning religious life, but I see now “It’s silly to say out loud, but the A3 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Dec. 6-19, 2019 Community witnesses DSA in action CECILIA PADILLA of the Florida Catholic staff

RIVIERA BEACH | Every year, the Diocesan Service Appeal (DSA) renews its mission to support and sustain the ministries that serve the five-county area that is the Diocese of Palm Beach. Although hundreds of people in the diocese benefit from the donations collected by the DSA, many might not know where the dollars go specifically. “One year we got the question, ‘What does the DSA support ex- actly?’ Instead of telling people what the DSA funds, we decided to show them,” said Walsh, as- sociate director of development for the Diocese of Palm Beach. “The Catholic Church is the largest char- Deacon Gregory Quinn, director of Prison Ministry of Catholic Charities ity in the world. We help people ev- David Walsh, associate director of development for the Diocese Palm Beach, shows donors an image of the Blessed Mother painted by an ery day, right in our backyards and of Palm Beach, leads a "DSA in Action" tour of the St. Francis inmate with only melted down M&M candies. Deacon Quinn's ministry to globally.” Center in Riviera Beach. The center is home to the majority inmates in 20 prisons, jails and juvenile detention centers in the diocese is DSA in Action events invite do- of the 15 programs and ministries of Catholic Charities Palm made possible through the funds provided by the Diocesan Services Appeal. nors to learn about the various Beach, which are supported by the Diocesan Services Appeal. (PHOTOS BY CECILIA PADILLA | FC) programs and ministries funded by the DSA in the form of tours, pre- Carol Rodriquez and Alex Ste- FYI sentations and personal time spent vens, both associate directors of with individuals whose lives have Catholic Charities Palm Beach, To learn more about the Diocesan been touched by DSA funds. The highlighted numerous programs Services Appeal, visit dsa.diocesepb. first DSA in Action event occurred out of the organization’s growing org for a video message by Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito and to download Nov. 20 at the St. Francis Center in list of successful initiatives. “The an informational brochure on the Riviera Beach, which is home to a Counseling Services Program distribution of DSA funds. Donations majority of the 15 programs and was established in 1984, mak- can be made online or by contacting ministries offices of Catholic Chari- ing it one of the oldest programs David Walsh at 561-775-9590. ties Palm Beach. that we have,” Rodriguez said. “It For a full listing of the services and “Catholic Charities received ap- serves those who suffer from de- programs available through Catholic proximately $1.5 million of the $9 pression and anxiety, have gone Charities Palm Beach, visit ccdpb.org, million that the DSA raised last through a traumatic loss and a follow the organization on Facebook year,” said Brian Doyle, director variety of other issues that con- @CatholicCharitiesPB or call 561- of development for the Diocese of tribute to a fragile state of mental 345-2000. Palm Beach. “It’s a flagship pro- health.” gram that does tremendous good “Birthline/Lifeline Pregnancy for our community and, through Care Centers served 169 clients in their healing journey from the DSA, it can continue to be last year,” Stevens said. “Of the human trafficking, it has been great.” women who come into these clin- named the Bakhita Empower- The first event welcomed a di- ics thinking abortion is their only ment Program, after St. Bakhita, verse group of donors who gath- option out of a difficult situation, an African woman who was forc- 25% Vocation, Seminary 12% Catholic Education ered for a brief overview of the about 45% have a change of heart ibly taken from her village in Su- and Diaconate Formation and Faith Formation Catholic Charities programs. “This after being counseled by Birth- dan and trafficked into slavery,” • Permanent Deacon • Liturgy year marks the 35th anniversary of line/Lifeline. We also connect Rodriguez explained. St. Bakhita Formation • Superintendent of Schools • Permanent Deacons • Catholic Schools Support Catholic Charities in the diocese,” them with adoption agencies, later converted to Catholicism • Seminarians • Religious Education said Frankie Chevere, CEO and ex- supply material assistance and and joined the Canossian Sisters ecutive director of Catholic Chari- offer support through birth and in Italy—she is known as the pa- 20% Supporting Services 11% Cultural Ministries ties Palm Beach. “We started off as infancy.” tron saint of human trafficking • Office of the Bishop • Hispanic Centers the social service arm of the diocese The newly titled Bakhita Em- survivors. • National Assessments and Ministries in 1984 and have grown to include powerment Program piqued the Judy Gomez, a donor attend- • Information Technology • Haitian Centers more than 80 employees and 250 interest of the donors participat- ing the DSA in Action event and • Human Resources and Ministries volunteers. Last year, we assisted ing in the tour. “The program a parishioner of St. • Delegate for Religious Life 16,000 clients and we continue to was originally called the Anti- Parish in Boca Raton, was deeply 10% Marriage and serve the vulnerable in our com- Human Trafficking Program but, touched by the Bakhita empow- 17% Catholic Charities Family Life munity.” in efforts to empower our clients erment program and expressed • Anti-Human Trafficking • Tribunal her amazement at the breadth of • Birthline/Lifeline • Family Life Catholic Charities’ community Pregnancy Care Centers • Youth Ministry impact. • Disaster Recovery • Elder Affairs Guardianship 5% Communications “I’m amazed at how many pro- • Communications Office grams are housed under one roof • Hunger, Homeless and Outreach • Florida Catholic at the St. Francis Center,” Gomez Prices starting at $2,499 ~ with Airfare Included in this price from anywhere in the USA • Interfaith Health newspaper said. “It really inspires me to give Several trips to different destinations: the Holy Land; Italy; France, Portugal, and Spain; Poland; & Wellness • TV Mass Medjugorje, Lourdes, and Fatima; Ireland and Scotland; England; Austria, Germany, and Switzerland; what I can to the DSA so that • Parish Social Ministry Greece and Turkey; Budapest; Prague; Our Lady of Guadalupe; Domestic Destinations; etc... more people can be helped. Je- • Prison Ministry Fr. Augustine Clark, Retired pastor of Nativity Catholic Church, Longwood FL, is chaplain sus called us to be active partici- • Project Rachel 13580-1206 for pilgrimage to Passion play including Germany, Switzerland, France 6/25-7/6/2020 pants of our faith, not just to sit at • Refugee Resettlement We also specialize in custom trips for Bishops, Priests, and Deacons. church and let the needs of others • Respect Life pass you by. Through the tour to- www.proximotravel.com • Hablamos Español • [email protected] • Respite Services 508-340-9370 • 855-842-8001 • Call us 24/7 day, I’ve witnessed how we can all • Samaritan Center put our faith into action.” n Transitional Housing Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A4

BISHOP SCHEDULE The Baptist follows Mary Dec. 6 — noon, Mass, Catholic realtors, St. Joan of Arc Church, Boca Raton; 6:30 p.m., reception This year, Dec. 8, the solem- greeting reached my ears, the infant mercy and forgiveness. It is at this and dinner, Lumen Christi Gala, nity of the Immaculate Concep- in my womb leapt for joy” (Lk 1:44). point that John sent his messengers The Breakers Resort, Palm Beach tion, falls on the second Sunday of It was this encounter of John with to Jesus with the question, “Are you Dec. 7 — 11 a.m., Mass, instal- Advent. Because of the priority of Mary that would shape his faith in the one who is to come, or should lation and Lunch with Damas the Sundays of Advent, following the person of we look for another” (Mt 11:3) Jesus Católicas in Acción, Cathedral of the solemnity, while not Christ as Mary did in her does not send back a fierce correc- St. Ignatius Loyola, Palm Beach FLORIDA a holy day of obligation life. Mary became a model tion of John but a message of un- Gardens this year, is transferred to for John without his even derstanding and explanation of his Dec. 9 — Pastoral Center, Palm Catholic Beach Gardens, closed; 9 a.m.- Monday, Dec. 9. The Mass realizing it. mission as well as one that realized DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH for the second Sunday of was that John would change. John did noon, conference call with Florida Advent this year includes a very well-known per- indeed change his outlook as he Conference of Catholic Bishops Vol. 81, No. 3 the Gospel passage from son in his time who lived willingly went to his death at the Dec. 10 — 2 p.m., meeting with St. Matthew introducing LIVING THE an extremely ascetic life hands of Herod as a faithful witness Finance Council, Pastoral Center 9995 North Military Trail St. John the Baptist. As the TRUTH IN in the desert. His words to Christ whose mission John had Dec. 11 — 10 a.m.. Advent day Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 solemnity of the Immacu- LOVE were well-known as he misunderstood. of reflection with priests, Our 561-775-9500 • Fax 561-630-2698 late Conception coincides Bishop proclaimed the arrival of What is so essential about the ex- Lady of Florida Spiritual Center, North Palm Beach; 6:30 p.m., PUBLISHER with the second Sunday Gerald the Messiah in a manner ample of John is that he was true to Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito of Advent emphasizing St. calling for repentance his preaching? John proclaimed the dinner with Serra Club, Atlantis Country Club, Atlantis John the Baptist, it is very Barbarito due to the judgment of need for conversion of heart and a DIRECTOR OF appropriate to reflect upon the Messiah. His message change from a way of life which was Dec. 12 — 6 p.m., Mass in COMMUNICATIONS, MARKETING Mary and John, two cen- was a fierce one. He per- not in keeping with God’s plans. honor of Our Lady of Guadalupe, and SOCIAL MEDIA tral figures of Advent, as we prepare formed a baptism for the forgive- What John expected and hoped the Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission, Jennifer Trefelner Fellsmere [email protected] ourselves for the celebration of the ness of sins to prepare the people Messiah to be, Christ was not. John 561-775-9529 birth of Christ at Christmas. Mary to meet the Messiah as well as for changed his understanding and Dec. 15 — 5:30 p.m., Christmas and John the Baptist were vastly dif- his critical judgment. Because of conformed his interior life to that dinner with seminarians, Palm DIOCESAN EDITOR ferent from each other, but both had his influence, some considered of Christ. On the other hand, Mary Beach Gardens Cecilia Padilla the same focus which was to point John to be the Messiah. He vehe- never had need for any conversion Dec. 16 — 10:30 a.m., blessing [email protected] to Jesus Christ. 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Spiritual Center: Retreats and COMMUNITY SOCIAL MEDIA TV MASS programs available for clergy, EVENTS The Diocese of Palm Beach is excited DPBYouth); Catholic Young Adults of The Diocese Televised Mass airs every religious, men, women, married to engage with its stakeholders on Palm Beach (@CYAPB); Diocese of Palm couples, singles and people in Sunday 10:30-11 a.m. on CW34 WTVX. recovery programs. Location: The Singing Christmas Tree social media. Please follow us and Beach Family Life (DIocesePBFamilyLife); Concert: Dec. 6-7, 7-9 p.m., St. For more information, please visit www. 1300 U.S. Highway 1, North Palm Peter Church, 1701 Indian Creek join the conversation on our various Catholic Charities Palm Beach (@ diocesepb.org/tv-Mass. To support the Beach. 561-626-1300 or www. Parkway, Jupiter. The Singing Facebook pages. Diocese of Palm CatholicCharitiesPB); Diócesis de televised Mass or to request a free Mass ourladyofflorida.org. Christmas Tree is a holiday Beach (@DiocesePB); Diocese of Palm Palm Beach-Pastoral Hispana (@ missal, please call 561-775-9561 or music concert presented by Beach Office of Catholic Schools (@ DiocesePBHispanicMinistry), and mail a request to the Office of Com- the music ministry at St. Peter CATHOLIC Catholic Church. It features a DoPBCatholicSchools); Palm Beach Father Albert Dello Russo (@ munications, 9995 N. Military Trail, P.O. massive Christmas tree/choir Vocations (@PBVocations); Diocese ChancellorPalmBeach). Box 109650, Palm Beach Gardens, FL CHARITIES EVENTS platform and a light show. Music of Palm Beach Youth Ministry (@ 33410. “Candlelight” Vigil to is provided by the combined Pray for an End to Abortion: choirs of St. Peter Parish, Dec. 12, 5:30-7 p.m., Hosted including children and bells, (Continental breakfast served). Dec. 8, 5 p.m., St. Patrick dinner and concert. Adults $25 by Hope’s Heartbeat – Vigil and accompanied by a live full For more information contact Church 13591 Prosperity Farms each and children ages 6-12 $10 for Life, INC, participants will symphony orchestra. Concert Caryl Coppola at carylcop@ Rd., Palm Beach Gardens. Free each. Children under 6 are free. gather on the sidewalk in front features an audience sing along. gmail.com. admission, open to the public. Includes silent auction, Happy of the Wellington Planned Two performances: Friday at Reflection and Renewal for For more information, contact Hour, raffles, and a kids’ craft Parenthood, on the west side of 7 p.m. and Saturday at 7 p.m. Physicians and Healthcare Alan Bowman, director of room. Raffle winners announced Rout 441, just north of Forest Purchase tickets online at Professionals: Dec. 7, 10 a.m., Music at 561-626-8626 or alan@ at the end of the evening. For Hill Blvd. Bring your cell phone stpeterjupiter.com or call the St. Ann Church, 310 N. Olive stpatrickchurch.org. more information, call 561-386- or a flashlight, and a chair if parish office at 561-575-0837. Avenue, West Palm Beach. There “Night in Bethlehem” 3282. necessary. Parking is available in Knights of Columbus will be an hour of exposition Living Nativity and Christmas medical center complex parking Council No. 13153 annual and benediction of the Blessed Music Concert: Dec. 14, 6-9 lot. This is a peaceful prayer Charity Golf Tournament: Sacrament, as well as meditation p.m., St. Jude Tequesta, 204 DIOCESAN EVENTS vigil. No protesting, graphic Dec. 7, 7 a.m.-4 p.m.; Pointe and reflection. Reflections will N. U.S. Highway 1, Tequesta. images or political messaging. West Country Club, 7500 14th focus on the implications of the Witness as the parish hall Monthly Mind Mass to For more information, contact Lane, Vero Beach. Entry fee is Gospel message to healthcare is transformed into the city remember departed souls: Valerie Mierzwa at vmbm282@ $125 and includes 18-hole golf ministries. Light brunch a of Bethlehem. Enjoy great Second Saturdays, 10 a.m., Our gmail.com or call her at 561-214- tournament, breakfast and local restaurant to follow fellowship, beautiful music of Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery, 2487. 10941 Southern Blvd., Royal lunch, awards, raffle prizes, (“Dutch” treat). Meetings will the season, and a living nativity Catholic Charities Respect auction, goody bags, compli- take place at 10 a.m. every performance. Dinner included. Palm Beach. 561-793-0711, [email protected]. Life Ministry seeks volunteers mentary return round of golf, first Saturday of the month. Free admission, donations to take on roles as respect life team mulligans, hole-in-one and For more information, email appreciated. Please RSVP by Dec. School of Christian parish representatives. Contact closest-to-the-pin contests and palmbeachphysiciansguild@ 9, as seats are limited to 240 Formation: Designed for adult Deanna Herbst, 561-360-3330, team photograph. We will also gmail.com. guests. Contact Frank Faranda, Catholics who want to better [email protected]. be awarding first and second director of Student Ministries know the Catholic faith and JERICHO, a spiritual revival: Holy hour: First Fridays, place prizes for low gross and Dec. 8-14, Notre Dame Mission, at 561-748-8805 or ymdirector@ share it with others through low net scores. knightsofcolum- stjudechurch.net. ministry. English and Spanish 10:30 a.m., Cathedral of St. 217 North US Hwy 1, Fort Pierce. Ignatius Loyola, 9999 N. Military bus golflinks.com, 772-913-3785, For more information, contact Come and See Bible Study: classes. Cost: $10. Schedules: @KnightsofColumbus www.diocesepb.org/school-of- Trail, Palm Beach Gardens. Father Yves Geffrard, director of Oct. 1 to April 30, 2020, St. Helen Prayer and adoration for those VeroBeachGolfTournament. Haitian Ministry for the Diocese Church, 2085 Tallahassee Ave, christian-formation. 561-775- 9544, [email protected]. suffering after abortion and Christmas Bazaar: Dec. 7, of Palm Beach and administrator Vero Beach. Tuesdays, women miscarriage. 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Bernadette of Notre Dame Catholic Mission: and children at 9:30-10:45 a.m.; Permanent deacon Church, 350 N.W. California [email protected] or 772-466- Tuesdays, men and women at applications available: Respite services to St. Lucie Blvd., Port St. Lucie. Discover 9617. 7-8:15 p.m.; Thursdays, men only Men interested in applying to County caregivers: Short-term one-of-a-kind gifts for family at 6:45-7:45 a.m. Books available become a permanent deacon of or temporary care of a few hours Amahl and the Night a week. 561-360-3321. and friends in the parish indoor Visitors: Dec. 8, 3-4 p.m., St. for $25. Visit sthelenvero.org/ the Diocese of Palm Beach are facility. Christmas crafts, jewelry, Vincent Ferrer Church, 840 spiritual-life/bible-study/. asked to speak to their pastors Match grant program: wreaths, quilts, gift baskets, George Bush Blvd, Delray Beach. Communal Penance Service: for permission to apply, and Services available for qualifying Trappist jams and goodies, Amahl and the Night Visitors is Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, download the application from individuals legally admitted bake sale, and more. Enjoy a a retelling of the story of the 9999 North Military Trail Palm the diocesan website, www. into the United States under delicious breakfast, lunch and Three Kings from the point Beach Gardens. Dec. 9 at 6:30 diocesepb.org/deacon-formation. specific statuses. Program is beverage selections throughout of view of a young disabled p.m.; Dec. 21 at 2 p.m.; and Dec. Deadline: Oct. 31. Classes begin designed to facilitate client’s the day. Vendor information boy named Amahl, who lives 23 at 9 a.m. in fall 2020 for men whose self-sufficiency through employment. Refugees, asylees, and photos available at in poverty with his widowed Spiritual Healing Through applications are approved by stbernadetteslw.org/news/244- mother near Bethlehem. the committee on admissions Cuban and Haitian entrants, and Prayer Ministry: St. Jude victims of trafficking can call for christmas-bazaar-12-7. Purchase your general admission Church, 21689 Toledo Rd., Boca and scrutinies. 561-775-9540, Advent Reflection: Dec. 7, tickets by calling 561-276-6892, [email protected]. information and appointments. Raton. Personal private healing 561-345-2000. 9-11:30 a.m., St. Mark Church, or online at stvincentferrer.com/ prayer for those in need of Unbound healing prayer: 643 St. Mark Place, Boynton amahl-the-night-visitors. Adults physical, emotional, relational, First and third Mondays by Rosary gathering: First Beach. Hosted by the St. Mark $10. Students $5. Children age or spiritual healing through confidential appointment. Saturdays, 9 a.m., near Parish Council of Catholic 5 and under are free. Meet and prayer. Appointments available Diocese of Palm Beach Office of Presidential Women’s Center Women. Pray and focus on greet the performers afterwards on first three Mondays of the Marriage and Family Life. Proven in West Palm Beach, 100 “opening ourselves to Christ’s in Kellaghan Hall. month from 7-8:30 p.m. in Mt. prayer model designed to help Northpoint Parkway, West Palm coming in our daily lives.” Held Parish Christmas Concert Carmel Hall. Contact Chantal at those who try but struggle with Beach. Led by Respect Life in the Madonna Room (parish with the St. Patrick Choirs: 561-302-1204. the same sins time and again Office. 561-360-3330. office building). Cost is $10 Stations of the Cross for and feel hopeless in search for ANNOUNCEMENTS priests: Fourth Saturdays, freedom. 561-775-9524, cloh@ Catholic radio stations: following 8:30 a.m. Mass, diocesepb.org. WPBV FM (98.3 FM, www.wpbv Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, Protection of Children radio.com); WJPP (100.1 FM, 9999 N. Military Trail, Palm and Young People: Victims www.wjppfm.com); and WDMC Beach Gardens. 561-371-1658. of abuse by church personnel (920 AM, www.divinemercyradio. Monthly holy hour of are encouraged to contact the com). prayer and adoration: Last Diocesan Victim Assistance Women of Grace ministry Thursdays, 7 p.m., Cathedral Coordinator, Lorraine Sabatella, program is seeking volunteers of St. Ignatius Loyola, 9999 at 561-801-0999. Office of to facilitate study programs N. Military Trail, Palm Beach Safe Environments provides for English-speakers and also William E. Boyes Gardens. Sacrament of safety resources, guidance for Spanish-speakers. Training reconciliation available. Evening and education and training to sessions are held at St. Joan of John Farina of simple praise and worship of employees, all church personnel Arc Parish, 319 S.W. Third Street, Jesus present in the Eucharist. and volunteers. Visit: www. Boca Raton. Call Martha Nicolli, Peter Matwiczyk Social follows. 561-622-2565. diocesepb.org and click on 561-212-8673 or mnicolli@ Offices/Safe Environments Prayer gathering: Fridays, womenofgrace.com. or www.diocesepb.org/safe- • Wills, trusts and guardianship litigation 5 p.m., on the sidewalks near A Parish nurse meetings: environments. • Estate and trust planning and administration Woman’s World Medical Center Open to all registered nurses that offers abortion services, 503 interested in health ministry. S. 12th St., Fort Pierce. 772-465- Call Catholic Charities, Interfaith 3300 PGA Blvd., Suite 600 [email protected] 8298. RETREATS/DAYS Health and Wellness, 561- 345-2000, ext. 256; or email Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 [email protected] Winter Wonderland: 5-10 OF PRAYER p.m., Holy Spirit Church, 1000 wellness@catholiccharitiesdpb. 561-694-7979 [email protected] Lantana Rd., Lantana. Christmas Our Lady of Florida org. 11202-1206 Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A6

SCHOOL SPOTLIGHT John Carroll High School, Fort Pierce

Editor’s note: In conjunction with up for Amazon Future Engineer, a WHY JOHN CARROLL HIGH SCHOOL the launch of the “Something national program aimed at making Greater” campaign, the Diocese computer science accessible to all IS ‘SOMETHING GREATER’ of Palm Beach Office of Catholic students. With Amazon Future En- Corey Heroux is principal of John Carroll High School and also an alumna of the Schools presents the “School gineer’s funding, the school offers Spotlight” series in August. This class of 2004. “John Carroll has always instilled in its students the idea to go above Intro to Computer Science and Ad- and beyond because we can always do better. The idea of ‘Something Greater’ initiative is focused on showcasing vanced Placement (AP) Computer the Catholic schools throughout fits perfectly with the ideals the school has instilled since 1965. The same mission Science classes via curriculum pro- transcends to today’s generation.” the diocese that strive to be vider Edhesive. Amazon’s funding something greater in providing provides preparatory lessons, tuto- strong academics, individualized rials, and professional development These include learning, study, test rows,” at Lake Aurora. Under the attention, a holistic education, for teachers, fully sequenced and taking, organization and note tak- direction of Jennie Capezza, cam- MISSION and full spiritual development. paced digital curriculum for stu- ing strategies through study skills pus ministry director, John Carroll dents, and live online support every classes; the creation of academic plans to offer additional opportu- STATEMENT FORT PIERCE | John Carroll day of the week for both teachers support plans indicating individual nities for students to grow in their Guided by the Catholic faith and Catholic High School is a ministry and students. accommodations for students with faith for the 2019-20 school year, tradition, the school recognizes Jesus of the Diocese of Palm Beach com- documented disabilities; Student including a Eucharistic Ministers Christ as the model for the whole mitted to the spiritual, academic, INDIVIDUALIZED Success Team (SST) meetings part- program and an altar serving and person the school seeks to develop. physical and emotional growth of ATTENTION TAILORED nering with parents, teachers, and lecturing ministry for all-school John Carroll Catholic High School’s the student body. Students recently TO EACH STUDENT the learning resource teacher in or- masses. mission is to inspire the pursuit of received national recognition for The Seton Scholastic Program is der to monitor a student’s progress The John Carroll Alpha Peer educational excellence, foster charac- their performance on the 2019 Na- John Carroll High School ’s distin- and create strategies for success; Ministry Team is a leadership class ter formation, develop a commitment tional Spanish Examinations. Stu- guished college preparatory cur- access to the afterschool “Home- designed to give seniors the oppor- to service and affirm the dignity of dents earned two gold, three silver riculum. Students within this pro- work Club” program for additional tunity to share their faith and par- each student entrusted to our care. and five bronze medals, as well as gram have the opportunity to enroll support and tutoring, led by the ticipate in the religious ministry of 12 honorable mentions. in foundational, honors, advanced school’s resource teacher; assis- our school community. The Alpha The graduating class of 2019 was placement, and dual enrollment tance with applying for extended team is responsible for planning proud of the humility and love that offered $8,897,489 in academic and courses through the school’s part- time testing for college entrance and facilitating day retreats for each students share with their commu- athletic college scholarships, with nership with Indian River State Col- exams, such as the ACT and SAT; grade level and liturgies during the nities. 100% of the class attending college lege. This program guides students access to Intensive Reading and school year. Building a sense of commu- in the fall. The graduating class in their course selections based on entry-level math courses as needed. nity and Catholic identity beyond held impressive grand point aver- their personal goals. INITIATIVES IN SUPPORT the school’s borders is vital to the ages, with 23% of students earning John Carroll High School recog- FOSTERING OF OF A WHOLISTIC school’s mission to foster the whole a 5.0 or above, 37% with a 4.99-4.0 nizes each student as a unique indi- SPIRITUAL GROWTH IN EDUCATION student—mind, body and spirit. and 34% with 3.99-3.0. The top 15% vidual created in the image of God FACULTY AND STUDENTS All John Carroll students are re- The I am a Ram alumni campaign of the class earned an average com- and strives to provide all students John Carroll High School’s cam- quired to give of their time and tal- was initiated in the fall of 2018 posite score of 1330 on the SAT. with the support needed to be self- pus ministry program provides stu- ents to serve God and his Church to highlight notable John Car- John Carroll High School is a advocates and faith-filled, life-long dents with many opportunities to within their families, parishes, and roll School Alumni. With nearly proud partner with the Amazon learners. The St. engage with and grow in their faith. communities. Each student is ex- half of the school’s faculty being Future Engineer program and re- Learning Resource Program will A class day retreat is held for each pected to record at least 25 service alumni and over 6,000 alumni in ceives funding from Amazon to of- provide students in need of accom- grade level, allowing students to hours per year as a requirement the school’s database, the Ram fer computer science classes to stu- modations with the additional aca- build relationships and grow spiri- in their religion class. The school family continues to share the suc- dents. John Carroll High School is demic support and tools in order to tually. During the 2018-19 school partners with local parishes and cess, academically and spiritually, one of more than 1,000 high schools be most successful in the school’s year, the school also held its first service organizations to provide of students who have gone on to be across the country currently signed college preparatory environment. all-girls retreat, “Speaking to Spar- opportunities for service and is Something Greater. n Remembrance Mass honors the faithful departed CECILIA PADILLA Mass to honor their loved one.” — JoAnn Dubé, the wife of Deacon of the Florida Catholic staff At the Remembrance Mass, Surge Dubé, who passed away from families were encouraged to place a pancreatic cancer. JUPITER | In the liturgical cal- framed photograph of the deceased “She was in my study group at endar, November is dedicated to re- on the steps of the sanctuary. Each church and we were all very close membering the faithful departed. family also received a tea candle with her. A number of us from the Many parishes in the Diocese of to place next to the photo when the group had the honor of participat- Palm Beach organized special re- name of their deceased was read ing in her funeral Mass as lectors, membrance Masses, on or around aloud, representing their memory Eucharistic ministers and pall- the date of All Souls Day, for loved alive forever in the hearts of their bearers,” Christian said. “For the ones who have passed away. St. Pe- families. Remembrance Mass, Deacon Dubé ter Parish in Jupiter invited families “We had a total of 80 names read was away in California with JoAnn’s of the deceased in the parish to its aloud, and by the end of the Mass family, so all of us friends from the yearly Remembrance Mass Nov. 4. the sanctuary was glowing with study group asked to represent the Deacon Dave Licata, head of the candles. It’s a ceremony that unifies family at the Mass. Things like this bereavement ministry at St. Peter, those grieving in our community make the big church small. We care organized the Mass. “We sent out to each other and to their church for each other and support one an- letters to the families of anyone who community. It served as a means other through the joys and difficul- had a funeral Mass at the parish in of connecting with the deceased ties of life.” n the past 12 months, or to those who through the eyes of God,” Deacon are parishioners but buried their Licata said. To learn about the Remembrance loved ones elsewhere, inviting them Giovanna Christian, the direc- Mass at St. Peter Parish, visit stpe- to take part in the Mass,” he said. “It tor of finance at St. Peter, shared the terjupiter.com or contact Deacon was touching that so many fami- story of her lost loved one whom she Dave Licata at davemlicata@ A family honors their lost loved one at the Remembrance Mass at St. lies, about 200 people, attended the honored at the Remembrance Mass gmail.com or call 561-575-0837. Peter Catholic Church in Jupiter on Nov. 4. (COURTESY) A7 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Dec. 6-19, 2019

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PALM BEACH GARDENS | Make this Christmas season spe- cial by joining the Diocese of Palm Beach on Friday, Dec. 20 for the taping of the televised Christmas Mass. As a part of the Diocese of Palm Beach’s Televised Catholic Mass initiative, the Christmas Mass will be filmed with a live audience, and all are welcomes to attend the tap- ing of the Mass, which will be cel- ebrated by Bishop Gerald M. Bar- barito. Attendees are encouraged to show their support of the parish community by bringing family and friends and dressing in their Christmas finery. The St. Ignatius Loyola Cathe- dral Choir and Diocese Choir will lead the congregation in song with special arrangements of Christmas Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito celebrates Mass during a televised Mass hymns. taping. (DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH) The Diocese continues to part- ner with 8th Avenue Studios, a lo- home feel like they are here in the a.m. on CW 34. Arrive at St. Ignati- cal production company with more congregation, to help them feel us Loyola by 10:45 a.m. so that tap- than 20 years of experience, to film more connected,” Smith said. “The ing can begin promptly at 11 a.m. the Mass. Bryan Smith, videog- attendees of the Christmas Mass The Televised Catholic Mass typi- rapher and owner of 8th Avenue taping should come and celebrate cally airs Sundays at 10:30 a.m. Studios, is grateful to give viewers wholeheartedly—respond, sing the on CW 34. For a complete video the opportunity to see the beauty hymns, enjoy the experience. That listing of all the televised Masses, and vibrancy of the Cathedral as will allow the audience at home to visit diocesepb.org/2019-masses they listen to the word of God this do the same.” or on Facebook @DiocesePB. For Christmas. The Mass will air on Christmas information, call 561-775-961 or “Our goal with the Mass broad- morning from 6-7 a.m. on WPEC email communications@diocese cast is to make the audience at 12, 6-7 a.m. on WPTV 5 and 10-11 pb.org.

Like Sister de Lourdes and Sister Florence Kruczek (right), 91, some 30,000 senior Catholic sisters, brothers, and religious order priests have spent their lives doing the Lord’s work. Most served for little or no pay, and now their religious communities do not have enough retirement savings. Your gift to the Retirement Fund for Religious offers vital support for necessities, such as medications and nursing care. Please be generous. Roughly 94 percent of donations aid senior religious.

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HOW TO HELP A volunteer assists a client at the My Choice Food Pantry at the Judy Sullivan Family Resource Center of Catholic Charities in Naples. (COURTESY)

A grateful family holds a bag a food provided by Catholic Charities of Colliers County. (COURTESY) ‘Providing Help, Creating Hope, Serving All’ SERVICE LOCATIONS (1 location unless otherwise noted) 18th annual Catholic Charities Christmas Appeal seeks support Arcadia (3) Immokalee (2) Boca Grande Naples (2) BOB REDDY Bonita Springs North Port (2) of the Florida Catholic staff HOW TO HELP Bradenton Palmetto (2) The 18th annual Catholic Charities Christ- Clewiston Port Charlotte VENICE | When instability, injustice or mas Appeal is underway and needs support. Englewood Sarasota (7) poverty exists, Catholic Charities Diocese of Your gifts provide funding for the many Catholic Charities programs and services Fort Myers (3) Venice (3) Venice Inc. is often the first to address con- cerns found in underserved communities. available throughout southwest Florida. Highlands and Glades Wauchula Catholic Charities strives to respond and be Charities dispenses critical mental health Your generosity enables Catholic Charities to counties a part of the solution through collaboration counseling to people suffering from anxiety, serve families, individuals and seniors seek- and partnership within the community that stress, trauma or depression. One man was ing help all year long. To donate online, visit PROGRAMS &SERVICES is essential for the common good and brings frantic and upset when he was laid off from www.catholiccharitiesdov.org or send check Adoption Services HIV/AIDS Housing dignity to people in need. his job and sought counseling. After several to: Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc., 1000 Pinebrook Road, Venice, FL 34285. Adult Education HIV/AIDS Support Now is the time to ensure that the needy Affordable Housing Services in the Diocese of Venice get the help they PLEASE SEE CATHOLIC CHARITIES, A2 After-School Reading Home Buyer Educa- require by supporting the 18th annual Program tion Class Catholic Charities Christmas Appeal, which Housing Counseling continues through January. This year’s am- After-School Tutoring bitious goal is to raise $565,000. Program and Foreclosure Prevention The Christmas Appeal is the largest an- Anti-Human Traf- nual fundraiser for the social service organi- ficking Housing for Homeless zation which operates by the motto: “Provid- Assistance Program Families ing Help, Creating Hope, Serving All.” The Case Management Immigration Services appeal is critical for the continuing opera- Services Infant/Toddler Sup- tions of the 37 different programs available Clothing plies in more than 32 locations throughout the Counseling Services Residential Program 10-county Diocese. These programs annu- Disaster Response and for Mothers and ally support some 90,000 individuals and Recovery Children families in ways both large and small. Distribution of FEMA Refugee Resettlement For example, the Christmas Appeal will Funds Services support a survivor of human trafficking on Early Learning Centers Senior Housing a journey back to a normal life. One exam- ple is that of a woman who finally escaped Empowerment Senior Services Shower Program her traffickers after enduring abuse and Program perpetual fear. She received vital services Soup Kitchen English Classes from Catholic Charities such as intensive Farm Worker Housing Summer Youth case-management, service coordination, Financial Assistance Program assistance with housing, advocacy and liai- Food Assistance Transitional Housing son with law enforcement and immigration Food Pantry Veterans House agencies. Food Stamps/Medicaid Youth Mentoring Often Catholic Charities clients are in a Applications Program panic because they do not know where to go for relief. The urgency of their situation Needy people in Immokalee eat at the Catholic Charities Casa Maria Soup Kitchen requires immediate attention. Catholic of Guadalupe Social Services in Immokalee. (COURTESY) Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A2 Turning your annual support into forever support

MICHAEL MORSE Church. Every major religion in- tion will use a portion of the endow- Special to the Florida Catholic cluded in the Pew Research Study ment each year to replace her $1,000 showed similar declines in reli- annual support to her Parish. VENICE | Throughout the Dio- gious participation by subsequent The remainder is invested in cese of Venice generous parishio- generations. Catholic-screened investments, ners provide ongoing annual sup- To help address their concerns which allows it to grow and support port for their Parish by way of their as they look to the future of the annual payouts to the Parish forev- offertory gifts and for the Diocese Church, Catholic families and in- er. By establishing her endowment, Girls learn to read during a Catholic Charities afterschool program by way of the Catholic Faith Appeal. dividuals are now this faithful Catholic at the Casa San Juan Bosco Farmworker Housing in Arcadia. This annual support is so appreci- looking to blend has helped ensure (COURTESY) ated and so critical to the Catholic their current an- that her Parish can Church’s mission of spreading the nual giving with serve as the hands Gospel, educating the faithful and a future gift in and feet of Christ to CATHOLIC CHARITIES: 18th annual serving those in need. their will or trust those in need for gen- However, on multiple occasions, to establish an erations to come. Christmas Appeal is underway devoted Catholics have expressed endowment. An In addition to en- concern about what would happen endowment fund dowment funds, the FROM A1 ‘No matter the amount to their Parish, school or favorite provides a perpetual source of rev- Catholic Community Foundation Diocesan program after they have enue to the Catholic organization offers a wide range of gifting op- of your gift, when passed away. They have worried of their choice. This helps ensure tions for Catholics including schol- weeks of therapy sessions, he felt leveraged with others, it about whether or not the next gen- the long-term sustainability of their arship funds, donor advised funds, more in control of his emotions eration will be as devoted to their Parish, school or Diocesan program charitable gift annuities, charitable and actions enabling him to be will make a meaningful Catholic faith, whether they will about which they care most. remainder trusts and more. The there for his family. difference for those attend Mass, send their children to For example, one woman do- Foundation works with each do- Catholic Charities consistently Catholic school or be willing to sup- nates $1,000 per year to her Parish nor individually to first understand has received the top four-star rat- who turn to us for aid.’ port the programs and ministries of through the offertory and would what they want to accomplish and ing from Charity Navigator. Sup- the Church. like to continue this support after then determine how best to accom- porters can trust and have con- — Pereira Unfortunately, this concern may she is gone. She works with her es- plish it. n fidence in the sound fiscal man- be well-founded. According to the tate planning attorney to include a agement and commitment to ac- Bishop Dewane said. “Your gift Pew Research Religious Landscape provision in her will to fund an en- Michael Morse serves as executive countability and transparency as to this year’s Christmas Appeal Study, 35% of Baby Boomers and dowment with the Catholic Com- director of the Catholic Community reflected in that 92 cents of every will allow Catholic Charities to 28% of Generation X identify as munity Foundation of Southwest Foundation of Southwest Florida dollar donated will go directly to continue the important work of Catholics, however, only 11% of mil- Florida with a gift of $25,000. Inc. Contact Morse at 941-441-1124 clients. helping the most vulnerable in lennials identify as Catholics. This When she passes away and the or [email protected], or Bishop Frank J. Dewane noted our community. To all who have trend is not unique to the Catholic endowment is funded, the founda- visit www.CCFDioceseofvenice.org. that the support of Catholic Char- sustained the worthwhile work ities by the faithful of Southwest that has allowed Catholic Chari- Florida is inspiring and critical ties to serve those in need, I am to ensure “our deeply grateful.” TEENS ENJOY TIME WITH WOMEN RELIGIOUS brothers and sis- Catholic Charities helps peo- The Y.A.C.H.T. ters in Christ con- ple in crisis to Club (“Youth and tinue to receive overcome their Christ Helping the help and sup- hardships and Together”) of St. port they need. live a healthy life. John Neumann Please remember A contribution to Catholic School that every num- the 18th Annual hosted a ber represents a child, family Catholic Charities Christmas Neumann Fun or individual who relied on the Appeal will give those in distress Night Nov. 24. support of Catholic Charities the means to move beyond their Students joined to get through a crisis. Catholic struggles and enrich our commu- the Salesian Sisters Charities does a wonderful job nities. of St. John Bosco in providing programs that not Your gift can offer a weary for Mass at St. only help in a crisis but assist in homeless family transitional Elizabeth Seton improving daily the lives of those housing and resources to become Parish followed by they reach.” independent or give a lonely and breakfast at the “You do not have to know first- isolated senior companionship religious convent. hand what it feels like to be in a and care. A contribution can also dire circumstance to understand feed desperate individuals expe- the importance of responding to riencing hunger and food inse- individuals in need,” said Catho- curity as well as teach at-risk ado- lic Charities CEO Philomena lescents the skills to make good CHILDREN’S Pereira. “A gift to our Christmas decisions. We are asking on their Appeal can give those facing behalf for you to be as generous as FESTIVAL difficulties the love and cour- you can. St. Michael Parish in Wauchula age to heal. Please consider a “No matter the amount of your hosted a Children Festival Nov. contribution this year so we can gift, when leveraged with others, 16 for the younger members continue administering quality it will make a meaningful differ- of the parish. There were a programs.” ence for those who turn to us for variety of fun outdoor games, Bishop Dewane said Pope aid,” Pereira added. n crafts, food and time for Francis often reminds the faith- quiet prayer. (COURTESY) ful that they must find the image To donate online, visit www. and likeness of Christ in others catholiccharitiesdov.org or send and lend support to those in need. check to: Catholic Charities, Dio- “These brothers and sisters — cese of Venice, Inc., 1000 Pinebrook our neighbors — need our help,” Road, Venice, FL 34285. A3 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Dec. 6-19, 2019 ROSE BALL

FLORIDA Catholic DIOCESE OF VENICE Representatives from St. Parish sign documents as part on the Dec. 1 installation of Father Gordon Zanetti, left, as Pastor by Vol. 81, No. 3 Bishop Frank J. Dewane in Sarasota. (BOB REDDY | FC)

1000 Pinebrook Road Venice, FL 34285 Pastor installed in Sarasota 941-484-9543 • Fax 941-483-1121 BOB REDDY leading to the start of the Creed PUBLISHER of the Florida Catholic staff when he is then joined by the faith- Bishop Frank Dewane ful. At the end of the Creed, the new DIOCESAN EDITOR SARASOTA | There are mo- Pastor has extra lines which are ex- Bob Reddy ments in the life of each Parish that clusive for him. In addition, the Pas- [email protected] are well remembered: the dedica- tor makes an Oath of Fidelity to the 941-484-9543 tion of a new building, significant Bishop and his successors; formal- anniversaries, and of course, the ized by the placing of his hand upon • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: installation of a new Pastor. the Book of Gospels. Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, For the faithful of St. Thomas Following the installation, two or customerservice@theflorida More Parish in Sarasota, such a day members of the Parish, represent- catholic.org occurred Dec. 1, the First Sunday ing the entire congregation, served Notify us of address changes (temporary of Advent, when Father Gordon as official witnesses and signed the The Mother Frances de Sales Auxiliary to the Homeless held or permanent) as soon as possible. Please Zanetti was installed as Pastor by formal documents, copies of which its fourth Rose Ball Nov. 30, at the Naples Grande Beach Hotel change your address online at www. Bishop Frank J. Dewane. are left at the Parish, placed in the and Resort where 22 young ladies were recognized for their thefloridacatholic.org or call Tammy at The First Sunday of Advent was Diocesan archives, as well as in the commitment of volunteer service and formation. The event 1-888-275-9953. an appropriate time to install a Pas- Parish file kept at the Diocese. benefitted four organizations in Collier County that work to tor, because it not only marked the Bishop then introduced the new help break the cycle of homelessness. Bishop Frank J. Dewane • ADVERTISING: Contact Valerie Casko at start of a new Liturgical Calendar, Pastor to a rousing applause. After- 407-373-0075 or presented each young lady with a silver Rose Ball medallion of [email protected] but a Pastor signifies the next chap- wards Father Zanetti took the time the organizations’ patron, Mother Frances de Sales, known as St. • CLASSIFIED ADS: Contact Mike Carlock at ter in the life of St. Thomas More to hug his mother, Cornelia Zanetti, Leonie Aviat, who was canonized Nov. 25, 2001. The ladies, known 1-888-275-9953, or Parish. who was present along with faith- as Rose Girls, committed to a two-and-a-half-year volunteer and [email protected] Bishop Dewane encouraged the ful from his previous assignment, personal formation program where they make pledges of dignity, faithful to offer advice to their new St. Andrew Parish in Cape Coral. At charity, and purity and were presented to those gathered as State Offices:50 E. Robinson St., Suite Pastor but also know that he will be the conclusion of the Mass, Father Dignified Ladies of Volunteer Service. (COURTESYJOHN ESQUIVEL) G, Orlando, FL 32801-1619; P.O. Box 4993; Orlando, FL 32802-4993; 407-373-0075; Toll- called to make difficult decisions Zanetti thanked Bishop Dewane for free 1-888-275-9953; Fax 407-373-0087 that not everyone will always ap- his installation and commented on preciate. how welcoming the Parish commu- EXECUTIVE & EDITORIAL STAFF: “He needs your support in many nity has been since the day he was MAKING ADVENT WREATHS Associate Publisher: Ann Borowski Slade ways but in particular through first assigned. Editorial/Online Director: Jean Gonzalez prayer,” Bishop Dewane said. After the installation, a recep- Copy Editor: Maurice Beaulieu Office Manager: Kristen Maheu As part of the installation, the tion was held in the Parish Chelsea Advertising Manager: Valerie Casko priest begins with selected words Center. n Marketing Advertising Associate: Michael Carlock Advertising Graphic Designer: Michael Jimenez STUDENTS VISIT VETERANS

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Students who take part in the St. Martha Catholic School and St. Mary’s Academy Mission middle school elective coordinated the Youth from St. Columbkille Parish in Fort Myers had an collection of items and delivered “Giving Thanks” bags to the local intergenerational gathering to make Advent wreaths with their veterans at the Douglas T. Jacobson Nursing Home in Port Charlotte. families in mid-November by members of the youth group and The Sarasota students talked to the veterans and learned about their religious education programs. At the end of the fun, the wreaths service to the country. (COURTESY) were blessed. (COURTESY)

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Bishop Frank J. Dewane thanks the members of the MDS (Matrimony, Dialogue and Accompaniment) group gathered at Campo San Jose Retreat Center in Lake Placid On the weekend of Nov. 15-17, members of the John XXIII Parish Retreats Movement for presenting him with a certificate of appreciation on Nov. 24. (BOB REDDY | FC) gathered at Campo San Jose Retreat Center in Lake Placid. (COURTESY) Retreats serve as reflection and evangelization

BOB REDDY the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony in the United States. of the Florida Catholic staff to others. The Bishop said by join- ing in the Sacrament the couples QUESTIONS FROM LAKE PLACID | When given the come together by sharing their life THE YOUNG opportunity to ask Bishop Frank J. with each other and place them- In front of the youth participating Dewane a question, several young selves before Christ. “Let the Lord the Catholic Charismatic Renewal men and women directly inquired be the King of your marriage and retreat, Bishop Dewane was asked where they fit in today’s Catholic put your focus there.” questions related to the same issue, Church. Following the Mass, Bishop De- specifically about what he is doing These questions came Nov. 24 wane and Spiritual Director Father to reach out to young Hispanics. during a visit by Bishop Dewane to Pablo Ruani were presented with The questioner said there is a real a Spanish-language Youth Catho- certificates of appreciation. desire for many to become more lic Charismatic Renewal Retreat at involved in the Church, but they do the Lake Placid Camp and Confer- HISPANIC APOSTOLATE not know where to turn for answers. ence Center. This was one of sever- The Bishop also hosted a gath- Emphasizing that this is an im- al retreats taking place during late ering of priests who serve the His- perative issue for him, Bishop De- November for Spanish-language panic community in the Diocese for wane said more needs to be done participants in a number of move- a meeting at the Diocese Chancery to reach Hispanics throughout the Bishop Frank J. Dewane addresses a Nov. 26 Catholic Center gathering ments. in Venice Nov. 26. This meeting pro- Diocese. He is working to do that in of priests from parishes that have a significant Hispanic population. vided the Bishop an update on the a variety of ways, including increas- (BOB REDDY | FC) JOHN XXIII PARISH engagement of Hispanic Catholics, ing the number of Spanish-speak- RETREATS MOVEMENT including success stories and the ing clergy, and by having more turn you away from the Lord,” Bish- will not always be perfect in your On Nov. 15-17, members of the challenges faced in the Parishes, Spanish-speaking presenters come op Dewane said. “You know better response to that call, but also know John XXIII Parish Retreats Move- Diocese and on the national levels. to the Diocese and to parishes. The than anyone how that phone or that that the Lord will help pick you up ment gathered at Campo San Jose The group also spoke about first part of that effort in the Diocese computer can take you to dark plac- so you can carry on this journey.” Retreat Center in Lake Placid. About implementing more of the ideas has been the rapid expansion of the es. Only you can make the choice to The Bishop was also asked about 25 men took part in the retreat with developed during the V Encuen- Hispanic Apostolate. put aside those distractions and fo- his own discernment for a vocation family and others taking part on the tro process, a nationwide initiative While talking to the retreatants, cus on the Lord.” to the priesthood; to explain the final day for the closing Mass. of the U.S Conference of Catholic the Bishop spoke about how they Continuing, Bishop Dewane concept of predetermination; as The John XXIII Movement is a Bishops to discern ways for the are at a critical time in the life with noted that each one of them have well as how to balance in one’s life private international association of Church in the United States to bet- regards to their Faith. For this rea- been given the strength to answer the perceived conflicts between sci- laity, with the goal of leading mar- ter respond to the ever-growing son, he stressed the importance for the call of the Lord and to be “A Dis- ence and religion. ginalized communities to God. Hispanic presence. The ultimate them to limit their interaction with ciple of Christ.” Following his question and an- After completing the retreat, par- goal is to strengthen the ways in people and things that pulls them “Learn what Jesus taught,” the swer session, the Bishop had lunch ticipants are encouraged to attend which Hispanics/Latinos respond from developing their relationship Bishop added. “Use the saints and with the young men and women. faith-formation classes and weekly to the call of the New Evangeliza- with the Lord. the apostles as examples of how Several took that opportunity to ask meetings to strengthen their faith tion as integral parts of the Church “You each know the people that to answer that call. Know that you their questions in private. n and personal relationship with God. Rooted in Eucharistic Adora- tion, the ministry serves the Church and its people through love, surren- der, and sacrifice. MDS RETREAT On Nov. 24, the MDS (Matrimo- ny, Dialogue and Accompaniment) group gathered at Campo San Jose for a retreat. This is a Catholic based enrichment program directed to all married couples; which is designed to improve communication and the conjugal life for the couple. About 60 couples participated in the re- treat. Bishop Dewane celebrated Mass for retreatants and praised the ef- Bishop Frank J. Dewane is seen Nov. 24 with participants in a Hispanic Youth Catholic Charismatic Renewal Retreat at the Lake Placid Camp fort of the leadership in promoting and Conference Center. (BOB REDDY | FC) A5 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Dec. 6-19, 2019

PRINCIPAL’S CORNER St. Catherine Catholic School teaches children to be ‘Disciples of Christ’ NICOLE LOSETO Guests were delighted by the new tion year. It is an exciting year for meet regularly with students for In this 35th Anniversary of the Special to the Florida Catholic improvements we made to the main them as this is the first graduat- extra help with their coursework. Diocese of Venice, we have been school building and the promise of ing class from St. Catherine’s since The guidance and mentorship the actively teaching about the history SEBRING | St. Catherine Catho- a challenging and rewarding year the school’s inception in 2008, the coaches provide builds our stu- of the Diocese and the concept of lic School in Sebring has enjoyed ahead. The students were also ex- first Catholic School located in the dents’ confidence and self-esteem. how to be “A Disciple of Christ,” us- an amazing start to the new year. cited to meet their teachers and Eastern Deanery. Several of these The fall season was dedicated to ing resources provided by the Dio- We worked tirelessly preparing looked forward to joining newly students have been with the school the people who serve our country. cese of Venice. Everything we see, the school for the upcoming year established clubs such as since it opened when In September, we conducted a Con- hear and do at St. Catherine shows by continuing to improve both the the Rosary Club, the Na- they were in preschool. stitution Day where the children our children how they can live as facility and academic programs. tional Junior Honor Soci- This is also the first year met a constitutional scholar. In Oc- “A Disciple of Christ” and it is our Many students participated in a ety, and Student Council, of the VPK program. tober, we held a Red Mass to honor mission to demonstrate how they fun and interactive Vacation Bible which launched a fund- For our efforts, the judges, lawyers, law school profes- can live in God’s image and serve School that explored our Catholic raiser for the Leukemia school earned the Gold sor, and other members of the legal others. Faith through art, sports, music and Lymphoma Society Seal Accreditation as a profession. On Veterans Day, we Learn more about what makes and literature. We also offered the called Pennies for Pa- Gold Seal Quality Care paid tribute to those who served St. Catherine Catholic School such a first STREAM (Science, Technolo- tients. We are so grateful program. This is award- in all branches of the military. Our special and rewarding place to help gy, Religion, Education, Arts, Math- for all the support re- ed when a preschool students were honored and delight- your child grow in their faith as a ematics) camp that provided many ceived from our families demonstrates a high ed to meet such amazing individu- Disciple of Christ at www.stcathe- hands-on activities for students to and community to make Nicole Loseto level of educational pro- als who are role models in the com- school.org. n explore and research science and it a great success. fessionalism and com- munity. Celebrating their service math concepts. The eighth graders were recently mitment to quality standards and and sacrifice helps our young men Nicole Loseto serves as St. Catherine Kick-off for the new school year surprised with a Senior Sunrise excellence. We also introduced and women aspire to greatness and Catholic School, Sebring, and can be with a Welcome Back Barbecue. Breakfast to begin their gradua- academic coaches this year who a life of service. reached at [email protected]. Ultrasound blessed in Port Charlotte STAFF REPORT their child move. We wanted to provide the opportunity to show movement as early in PUNTA GORDA | The Knights of Colum- the pregnancy as is currently possible, so we bus have done it again. For the 18th time since worked with the Pregnancy Careline and the 2012 a Knights Council has raised the funds Supreme Council to get this machine.” to facilitate the purchase of an ultrasound Maria Betancourt, executive director of machine for a local pro-life pregnancy center. Prenancy Careline Center, said she has seen The Ponce de Leon Council No. 8074 of Sa- firsthand the difference an ultrasound has cred Heart Parish in Punta Gorda recently do- made for a mother who was considering an nated an ultrasound to the Pregnancy Care- abortion. line Center in Port Charlotte. The new ma- “I can’t say enough to those who donated Bishop Frank J. Dewane, center, is seen with St. Andrew Principal David Nelson, left, chine was blessed during a ceremony Nov. 8. their change and much more, and to the Bishop Verot Catholic High School Acting Principal Suzie O’Grady, St. To raise the money, the Council conducted Knights for this generous gift,” Betancourt Catholic School Principal John Gulley, retired St. Andrew Principal Judi Hughes, and a “Baby Bottle Campaign” handing out thou- added. St. Andrew Parish Administrator Father Eduardo Coll. (BOB REDDY | FC) sands of bottles to parishioners at Sacred The ultrasound dedication included a Heart Parish for the faithful to put their loose number of Knights who were crucial to the change, cash or checks. success of the “Baby Bottle Campaign” and Gala celebrates 30 years of excellence Knight Steve Kowalski spoke on behalf of the machine was blessed by Father Mario the Council during the ceremony and cred- Kono, Parochial Vicar of Sacred Heart Parish BOB REDDY blessing before the meal, congratulated the ited the hard work of the Knights in getting and Council Chaplain. of the Florida Catholic staff school for its continued growth and suc- the message out about the importance of the Jeanne Berdeaux, Diocese of Venice Re- cess. The Bishop also thanked the parents campaign and then to the parishioners for spect Life Director, who connects pro-life CAPE CORAL | During this 30th anni- for choosing to send their children to St. An- raising $18,000 in a matter of weeks. pregnancy centers with Knights Councils in- versary of the founding of St. Andrew Cath- drew Catholic School. “You are entrusting “They are the ones who gave us the op- terested in raising money for an ultrasound, olic School in Cape Coral there has been your children to us and we take this respon- portunity to succeed,” Kowalski said. “With represented Bishop Frank J. Dewane who was an ongoing effort to celebrate the achieve- sibility very seriously. I hear of the many a match from the Supreme Council, we were unable to attend the ceremony. ments of the school and its students. good things happening here and you should able to purchase a state-of-the-art machine Berdeaux congratulated the Ponce de Part of that celebration was the Nov. 23, all be proud of St. Andrew Catholic School. for Pregnancy Careline Center.” Leon Council for their effort and added that “Enchanted Sea – Second Annual Saints I know I am proud of you. Congratulations.” The Phillips 3D/4D Color, ClearVue 850 she was impressed the money was raised in and Sinners Gala” at the Westin Cape Coral The event was supported by priests from Ultrasound Machine can detect movement just a few weeks. Through the Ultrasound Ini- Resort at Marina Village that brought to- several local parishes as well as the princi- very early on in a pregnancy. “This is so im- tiative, the Supreme Council provides a 50% gether parents, faculty, staff and support- pals from Bishop Verot Catholic High School portant for the young ladies,” Kowalski add- matching grant and has helped to place more ers of the school for an evening of fun and and St. Francis Xavier Catholic School, both ed. “Some 85% of women who are considering than 1,000 ultrasounds into pro-life pregnan- relaxation. in Fort Myers. It had an underwater motif an abortion change their mind once they see cy centers across the nation. n Principal David Nelson welcomed ev- decoration, complete with an ice sculpture, eryone and spoke about how St. Andrew balloons that looked like coral and much Catholic School is more than just providing more. In addition to an elegant meal, there a quality education for its more than 325 was a live band, as well as silent and live students with a strong STREAM (Science, auctions, along with casino games. Technology, Religion, Engineering, Arts, St. Andrew Catholic School was founded Mathematics) component. in 1989 and was led by women religious of “St. Andrew’s is about its Catholic Iden- the Sinsinawa Dominican Congregation of tity. It is part of everything we do, and it is the Most Holy Rosary for about half of its why we are here,” Nelson said. “We also do history. The school mission statement reads: great in technology, with iPads in all classes “We, the community of St. Andrew Catholic sixth grade and older, and we are one of only School, are called by God as a family, dedi- nine STREAM-certified Catholic Schools in cated to building faith, hearts and minds, Florida. We have so much to be thankful for through Catholic traditions, academic ex- Knights of Columbus Ponce de Leon Council No. 8074 of Sacred Heart Parish in Punta and so much to celebrate.” cellence and respect for God’s earth and its Gorda donated an ultrasound to the Pregnancy Careline Center in Port Charlotte. Bishop Frank J. Dewane, who offered the cultures.” n (COURTESY) Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A6

WHO’S MAKING IT HAPPEN Smoothie lady feeds the soul

SUSAN LAIELLI “The moms and dads are work- “It was only a few dollars over, but Special to the Florida Catholic ing in the fields all day and are too we were left in limbo with nowhere tired sometimes to get the kids to to go,” said Linarez, who never gave WAUCHULA | A heart of gold is Church, so we help them get here,” up praying and having faith despite what you’ll find when meeting and said Linarez, as if she’s caring for some pretty dark days. getting to know volunteer Rebecca family. She was blessed to receive a Linarez of St. Michael Parish in It all began nearly 20 years ago Federal Emergency Management Wauchula, but she’ll simply say it’s when Linarez, who was not really Agency (FEMA) trailer, but this her gratitude to Our Lord that keeps involved with the Church at all, would be allowed for a short period her working nearly seven nights a said her husband walked out leav- of time, and it took a long time to week for the Church. ing her with their three children, figure out the system to start to re- Regardless of her full-time job as ages 17, 14, and 7 years old to clothe, pair the hurricane damages to her a senior clerk with the Florida De- feed and raise. Regardless of having mobile home, and the land costs partment of Health’s WIC (Special a job working for the Department of where the trailer sat were adding Supplemental Nutrition Program Health she was worried about her up. for Women, Infants, and Children) children’s future, and their well- “I didn’t have enough money to and Nutrition Division, Linarez being. That’s when she visited St. pay on the land where the destroyed can be found Monday through Michael Parish to speak with the property was located, and repair Wednesday evenings at St. Michael sisters about finding help for her the house, so it was like a catch-22,” Parish. Sometimes she prepares family. she recalled. snacks and makes her famous, fresh “Oh my, the sisters were so help- When times seemed the darkest, mango smoothies for children in ful to me at that time. I wanted to di- a woman told her about a program religious education, and teaches rect my kids to something better in through the county to help repair catechism to first graders Thursday life,” Linarez said. “I owe God a lot.” the mobile home. Volunteer Rebecca Linarez of St. Michael Parish in Wauchula is known nights. Maybe she is helping with Her new relationship with God “I couldn’t believe it! I filled out for making smoothies. (SUSAN LAIELLI | FC) youth group events Friday nights, was put to the test in 2004 when an application and it was approved,” or serving the food bank Saturday Hurricane Charley destroyed her Linarez recalled. “The county’s pro- sistent need deep in her heart to chism while instilling her thankful- mornings, and then she is back family’s mobile home, leaving the gram helped me tear down the old give back to God for all she has re- ness to the more than 900 children to making smoothies and snacks family homeless. Adding insult to home and rebuild another one on ceived from him. who attend parish religious educa- most Sundays. On some nights, if injury, when the application pro- the same spot, and that’s where I Seven days each week, St. Mi- tion classes. needed, she even may be driving cess was beginning for emergency live today, all these years later.” chael Parish and the students are “They say, ‘Ms. Linarez, are mak- the school bus to pick up children aid, she was told she made too much Her eyes tell the whole story of blessed to have Linarez make her ing your smoothies?’” she laughed. for religious education. money to qualify for assistance. the joy she feels today, and the con- famous smoothies and teach cate- “Oh yes, you bet.” n

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Volunteers from St. Parish in Naples serve Thanksgiving Bishop Frank J. Dewane is seen on the serving line at the Knights of Columbus Council 3358 dinner to nearly 2,000 people at Immokalee Airport Park. (BOB REDDY | FC) for the traditional Thanksgiving Dinner for the community in Sarasota. (BOB REDDY | FC) Thanksgiving season brings out best in people

BOB REDDY and still others passed out the bags The Bishop gave the opening Several other parishes had Meanwhile, the students from of the Florida Catholic staff of food. The bags came in sizes for blessing and praised the Knights for Thanksgiving dinners for the faith- Cardinal Mooney Catholic High individuals, small families, medi- their outstanding annual outreach ful who had no family in the area, School in Sarasota delivered food to VENICE | Thanksgiving is all um-sized families, and large fami- to the community. Bishop Dewane including at St. Peter the Apostle Bethesda House, a Catholic Chari- about gathering family together and lies. then helped on the food line. This Parish in Naples which served about ties program for people impacted a time to reflect and give thanks for Barb Ricalzone has been help- annual event is in its third decade 300. by HIV/AIDS, as well as to the In- all the gifts and graces the Lord has ing at the food pantry for years and and provides about 600 hot meals Catholic Schools throughout the carnation Parish St. Vincent de Paul bestowed on one’s life. handed out the larger bags of food for many people who have nowhere Diocese participated in these efforts Society. Students, parents, faculty For those who struggle paycheck on the first and busiest distribution else to go on Thanksgiving. An ad- with food drives that benefitted members and administrators also to paycheck or are on the brink of day. “It gives me a good feeling to ditional 200 meals were delivered Catholic Charities, the St. Joseph helped to feed more than 200 home- homelessness, Thanksgiving has be able to help. The smiles and kind to the homeless in the area. Earlier, Food Pantry and other commu- less residents of Sarasota on Nov. 27 a different meaning. It can mean words from everyone is rewarding. I Bishop Dewane celebrated Mass nity feeding programs. Students at at the 19th Annual Sarasota Down- loneliness, despair and hunger as love to help people and I know this at Our Lady of the Angels Parish in St. John Neumann Catholic High town Ministerial Association Day most places that would offer a car- really makes a difference.” Lakewood Ranch. School donated more than 11,500 Before Thanksgiving Luncheon. ing meal are closed for the holiday One of the recipients of the bags In Immokalee, the faithful of St. cans of food to help the working Epiphany Cathedral Catholic weekend. fell on hard times when she was John the Evangelist Parish in Naples poor families of Collier County to School Student Council in Venice Several efforts throughout the laid off several months ago. She offered “Thanksgiving in the Park,” the Judy Sullivan Family Resource motivated the students to donate Diocese helped to bring a bit of joy feared she would not be able to which provided more than 2,000 hot Center of Catholic Charities in Na- nearly 2,000 items for the mayor’s into the lives of many. have a real Thanksgiving dinner meals. Some 100 volunteers helped ples. “As a result of their generosity, “Feed the Hungry” campaign. To meet the need in Manatee for her family. As she held a big bag prepare the meal and even more our families will be supported in a These are just a few of the exam- County, the St. Joseph Food Pantry of food, and her oldest son held the served the food on Thanksgiving very big way,” said Mary Shaugh- ples of how Catholics across the Dio- in Bradenton uses the first three bag with the turkey, she smiled and day in a spot adjacent to the Immo- nessy, district director of Catholic cese of Venice turned their personal days of Thanksgiving Week to dis- thanked as many of the volunteers kalee Airport. Charities of Collier County. thanks into giving to others. n tribute special bags of food to more as she could as tears rolled down her than 1,200 individuals and families. cheeks. “Thank you so much. Happy On the first day, Nov. 25, a long Thanksgiving. Bless you all.” line stretched around the building “I never thought I would ever as people patiently waited to receive need to come to a food pantry in my their bags of food. Each of those re- life,” she said. “What these people ceiving a bag was already on a list are doing is incredible. They put a of eligible recipients. The St. Joseph smile on the face of my whole fam- Food Pantry serves as the central ily.” distribution hub for the needy in Bishop Frank J. Dewane was the entire county and operates year- in Sarasota on Thanksgiving Day round. where he joined the Knights of Co- A huge team of volunteers sorted lumbus Council 3358 for the tradi- donated food and packed the bags tional Thanksgiving dinner for the while others checked in families community.

St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic School students are dressed as turkeys People started lining up early Nov. 25 for their Thanksgiving week bag of food at the St. Joseph Food and pilgrims to get into the Thanksgiving spirit in Naples. (COURTESY) Pantry in Bradenton. (BOB REDDY | FC) Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A8

org, www.dioceseofvenice.org/ DIOCESAN EVENTS calendar. QUIZ BOWLED OVER Adopt a Family for Sarasota Prayer Walk for Christmas: Our Mother’s House Life: 8:30 a.m., Jan. 21, 2020, St. of Catholic Charities is looking for Martha Parish, 200 N. Orange volunteers to Adopt a Family for St., Sarasota. Mass celebrated by Christmas. The program provides Bishop Frank J. Dewane. Bus or shelter and guidance for single walk to Planned Parenthood on mothers and their children who Central Avenue for Prayer Vigil. would otherwise be homeless. [email protected]. Resident families have provided a Scripture Series with Dr. wish list of items they can use and Edard Sri: 3-5 p.m., St. John the wrapped gifts need to be returned Evangelist Parish, 625 111th Ave. to Our Mother’s House, 207 N. N., Naples; 7-9 p.m., Our Lady of Harbor Drive, Venice, FL 34285 by the Angels Parish, 12905 E. State Dec. 9. Contact Case Worker Rita Road 70, Lakewood Ranch. Both Millner at 941-485-6264, ext. 102. on Jan. 24, 2020. Part 1 of Series Come to the Water Day Into His Likeness. 941-484-9543, of Prayer: 9 a.m., second evangelization@dioceseofvenice. Wednesdays (Dec. 11), Our Lady org, www.dioceseofvenice.org/ of Perpetual Help Retreat Center, calendar. 3989 S. Moon Drive, Venice. Day Sugar Bowl Show of Shows includes continental breakfast, North Port: 7 p.m., Jan. 25, The Bishop Verot Academic team participated in the John C. Schudel Quiz Bowl Tournament Nov. 15-16, lunch, two conferences, and 2020, North Port Performing Arts and earned a first-place finish. (COURTESY) opportunities for the sacrament Center, 6400 W. Price Blvd. North of reconciliation, private Port. Proceeds will go to the Sugar meditation and prayer, Mass. Early Bowl Fund of Catholic Charities [email protected]. registration discount, 10 days prior and the local Knights of Columbus 2020 Catholic Charities Ball: ADVENT BLESSINGS is $30. Registration increases to Councils for families in the 6 p.m., Feb. 8, 2020, Ritz-Carlton $35 thereafter. Register: https:// community who are experiencing Grand Ballroom in Sarasota. olph-retreat.org/1-day-retreats. a financial hardship. Featuring Celebrity speaker: Tim Tebow. Convalidation Workshop: 9 the Goldtones performing Theme: “Puttin on the Ritz.” a.m.-4 p.m., Dec. 14, St. William oldies and doo wop music. All proceeds will benefit the Parish, 750 Seagate Drive, Naples. Tickets are $20 or $25 a person programs and services of Catholic Workshop to help couples who and can be purchased at www. Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc. are legally married receive the catholiccharitiesdov.org. in Sarasota and Manatee counties. Sacrament of Matrimony. Cost Mass Honoring Widows and Tickets: $300/person. Visit www. $125. Continental breakfast Widowers: 3 p.m., Jan. 26, St. catholiccharitiesdov.org or call and lunch will be provided. John the Evangelist Parish, 625 941-355-4680, ext. 311 or email 941-484-9543, evangelization@ 111th Avenue, Naples. Celebrant: joan.pierse@catholiccharitiesdov. dioceseofvenice.org, www. Bishop Frank J. Dewane. Dinner org. dioceseofvenice.org/calendar. will follow. Cost is free, but Television Mass for the 2019 Catholic Charities registration is required to plan homebound: 9:30 a.m. on the Christmas Appeal: running for food. A display of photos will CW Network in northern parts through January 2020. The goal is be available for viewing during of the Diocese; 10:30 a.m., on to raise $565,000 and all gifts are the reception; should you wish to WFTX-TV (FOX-4), in the southern appreciated. Largest fundraiser participate with a photo of you portions of the Diocese. Check and critical to operating the social and your spouse, email ardy@ local listings for channel info. service organization. Donations dioceseofvenice.org or send Leaflet missals are available upon benefit Catholic Charities a copy in advance to Diocese request by writing: TV Mass, programs and services available of Venice, ATTN: Widows and Diocese of Venice, 1000 Pinebrook throughout Southwest Florida Widowers Mass, 1000 Pinebrook Road, Venice, FL 34285. Or contact that assist individuals, families, Road, Venice, Florida 34285. To Gail Ardy: 941-486-4714, ardy@ and seniors all year long. Visit register www.dioceseofvenice.org/ dioceseofvenice.org. Bishop Frank J. Dewane leads the staff of the Catholic Center in an www.catholiccharitiesdov.org calendar, Gail Ardy 941-484-9543, [email protected], or Kim Safe Environment training: Advent prayer service Dec. 2. The service included blessing the Advent or mail a donation to Catholic As part of the Safe Environment wreath in the lobby, as well as a tree. (BOB REDDY | FC) Charities, Diocese of Venice, Inc., Elsmore elsmore@dioceseofvenice. org. Program, the Diocese of Venice 5824 Bee Ridge Road, PMB #409, requires that all employees and Sarasota, FL 34233-5065. Call 941- Catholic Days at the Capitol: those volunteers who work with Jan. 28-30, 2020, three-day Vincent Lampert; “Church or can be purchased at: Donahue 488-5581. children and/or vulnerable adults Teaching on Exorcism.” Donations: Academy School Office, Ave Maria Home buyer education bus trip to Tallahassee. Free be fingerprinted and trained in bus transportation is provided $10. To register: www.faithandale. Development, Del Webb Oasis workshop: 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Safe Environment. For further com. Club and the Ave Maria Parish Jan. 11, 2020, Catholic Charities while space is available. Online information, visit the Diocesan registration by Dec. 20 at https:// Christmas Concert: 2 p.m., Office. offices at 1219 16th St. W., website at www.dioceseofvenice. Dec. 14, St. Patrick Parish, 8700 Hungarian Mass “Magyar Bradenton. Participants in the dioceseofvenice.regfox.com/ org/safeenvironment. catholic-days-at-the-capitol. See Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota. The Mise”: 1:30 p.m., second Sundays workshop will be eligible for Reporting abuse: Report Venice Symphony presents a (Jan. 12), Incarnation Parish, 2901 assistance from Manatee and the registration form for hotel reservation choices. Additional all abuses against minors to the spectacular Christmas Concert, Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota. Sarasota counties bond and/ Florida Department of Children featuring the Parish Choir. or grant programs for down information is available at Faith and Wine Lee County: https://www.flaccb.org/cdac. and Families at 1-800-962-2873. Bring your family and friends 6 p.m., Jan. 23, St. John XXIII payment and closing costs. To report abuse by diocesan for an afternoon of Christmas Register: 941-714-7829. Jeanne Berdeaux: 941-374-1068, Parish, 13060 Palomino Lane, [email protected]. personnel or volunteers, also call cheer! Suggested donation is $25 Fort Myers. Speaker Kelly Nieto - Jammin’ for the Mamas at the Diocesan Victims Assistance per person. “My Holy Mess!” Register: www. Our Mothers House: 5:30 p.m., Masses for Couples Coordinator at 941-416-6114. Celebrating Significant Mass at Dawn (Simbang faithandwineleecounty.com. Jan. 13, 2020, Boca Royale Golf Gabi or Misa de Gallo): 7: and Country Club, Englewood. Anniversaries: 11 a.m., Feb. 1, Parish Concert: 7 p.m., Jan. 2020, Epiphany Cathedral, 310 30 a.m., Dec. 15 and 22; 6 31, Holy Trinity Hall, 24411 Join the Shark Sisters for a COMMUNITY a.m., Dec. 16-21, St. Maximilian “jawsome” night of fun, food Sarasota St., Venice, and 11:00 Rampart Blvd., Port Charlotte. a.m., Saturday, February 29 at EVENTS Kolbe Parish, 1441 Spear St., Port Sponsored by the San Antonio and music. Tickets are $50, Charlotte. Masses in preparation includes dinner and concert. St. Leo the Great Parish, 28290 Parish Knights of Columbus. Beaumont Road, Bonita Springs. Advent Retreat: 8:30 a.m.- for Christmas, comes from the Featuring Goldtones, Florida’s Benefits Our Mother’s House of Filipino Catholic custom of Catholic Charities, a mother-child All couples celebrating 25, 30, 35, 3:30 p.m., Dec. 9, St. Bernard famous Doo-wop group tickets 40, 45, 50, or more than 50 years Parish, 248 South Harbor Drive, gathering for celebration of the are $15, at 800-838-3006, or www. residential housing program. Call Eucharist in predawn hours (or 941-485-6264 or 941-662-7787. of marriage are invited by Bishop Holmes Beach. Acclaimed BrownPaperTickets.com. Frank J. Dewane to an Anniversary speaker Matthew Leonard will the evening) in the days before Apologetics Conference Free Rosary Repair Service: Mass in their honor. Registration is be leading the retreat, focusing Christmas. Come all days or come with Mike Aquilina: 5:30- 7 Send your broken rosaries in a done through parishes. on penetrating the mystery of when you can. 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INDIANAPOLIS | Catholic youths from across the nation and the world gave spiritual thanks a week before celebrating the tradi- tional Thanksgiving holiday. Nearly 20,000 youths came to- Standing in with the NCYC logo are Jennifer Chellberg, left, youth gether in Indianapolis for the bi- minister for Nativity Parish in Longwood; Emily Hernandez, center, ennial National Catholic Youth youth minister for St. James Cathedral and standing as the letter Y is Conference. They celebrated their Cynthia Gonzales, youth minister at St. Charles Borromeo in Orlando. faith by sharing their stories of how Billy Williamson, chaperone for the teens of Nativity Catholic Church Christ has helped them and how in Longwood, takes a selfie with his group at the National Catholic they can continue to honor him go- Youth Conference. (PHOTOS COURTESY | DIOCESE OF ORLANDO) ing forward. Once the conference began, called life,” Bernard said. “That our While speaking, the stadium the youths knelt in silence as a eu- pope, our Catholic Church is walk- seats stayed darkened as the stage charistic procession started in the ing with the youth of today.” illuminate. Bishop Perez requested Indiana Convention Center as In- Daniel Boyd, secretary for Laity, the youths to turn on their flash- dianapolis Archbishop Charles C. Family, and Life for the Orlando lights of their cell phones. Thompson raised high the Blessed Diocese, said he his own Catholic The blackened seating area be- Sacrament. Representing 145 dio- values strengthened while at the came a sea of individual bright ceses around the U.S. and from Aus- conference. lights. tralia, and England, they “To see 20,000 young people “Everybody look around at all came to participate in the largest with an openness to the Lord, to his these lights,” the bishop said. “Re- biennial Catholic youth gathering grace, to his Church, to his Gospel, member what Jesus said: You are in America. was invigorating for me,” he said. the light of the world. Do not, do not, This year’s theme, “Blessed. Bro- “Through this experience I was do not let anybody put your light ken. Given.” highlighted why those reminded of some of the seminal under a bushel basket. Do not let Catholic youths were there. They moments in my own live when God anybody extinguish your light. Do were present to honor Jesus and to called me to live more intentionally not let anybody rob you of the gift learn how they can take what they for him, and I returned home with and the treasure of your faith and have learned to others. During the a renewed dedication to living the your dignity and your love.” opening session, participants lis- Gospel.” Speaking directly to each young tened to a warm greeting from Pope Shortly after the pope gave his individual, Bishop Perez said that Francis, which captivated all 20,000 videotaped message, choir singers many today say “young people are attendees from his videotaped ser- appeared on stage holding candles losing their faith ... (But) I look at all mon. and chanted the Emmaus story of you, and I (say) to myself, ‘They’re “Dear young people of NCYC, I from the Gospel of Luke. wrong. Look around you. They’re send you an affectionate greeting Cleveland Bishop Nelson J. Perez wrong.’” and my prayers at this moment of spoke to the youth and reminding Several Catholic youths were Daniel Boyd, secretary for Laity, Family, and Life for the Orlando encounter that you are living,” the them as they travel on their own asked which one of the three themes Diocese, stands with an Indy sign during the NCYC conference. pope said. “May it be an opportu- journeys, that Jesus, “through his — blessed, broken and given — they nity to deepen your faith and com- word and his abiding presence in were choosing to pray while at the member of Holy Spirit Parish in In- I’m feeling the lowest I can feel, God munion. May it light your mission- the Eucharist” walks with them. conference. Alejandra Aguilar, 18, dianapolis. “None of us is perfect. is there to pick me back up.” n ary hearts with the courage and “He’s asking you, ‘What are you witnesses all three themes involved God knows we are broken, but he strength to live in and with the Lord, talking about? What’s going on in in her daily life. Blessed because of still believes in us, and he still wants Maurice Beaulieu, of the Florida always as a church sent forth. Go your lives? What’s going on in your the health of his family, himself and us to be the best we can be. That Catholic staff in Orlando, contrib- and fill your surroundings, even the hearts? I want to know. I want to lis- his friends. gives me a lot of hope. Even when uted to this report. digital ones. Not of convictions.” ten,’” the bishop said. “I just hope I can give everything Pope Francis spoke directly to He encouraged the youths to I can to others for all the things he the youths. “Not to convince others. consider how they would respond if has blessed me with,” said Aguilar, Pope names Italian finance inspector Not to proselytize. But to bear wit- Christ asked them these questions, a member of St. Patrick Parish in ness of the tenderness and mercy even if there are no definitive an- Indianapolis. “When I think about as head of Vatican financial agency of Jesus.” He ended with “And don’t swers yet. Regardless, Bishop Perez ‘Broken,’ I think of all the battles he forget to pray for me.” said the Lord wants to hear from puts in front of you, but he knows VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis of the moral and professional re- That video message was a major them in moments of prayer. you’ll be able to conquer anything appointed a seasoned Italian fi- sponsibility it carries. In carrying highlight for Carlos Bernard. The “Listen, because God has some- that comes your way with his help.” nance inspector to lead the Vati- out my service of responsibility in diocesan diocese director of Youth thing powerful and beautiful to tell Aguilar, a son of Mexican immi- can’s financial watchdog agency leading the AIF, I will work to bring Ministry for the Orlando Diocese you.” grants, will be the first in his family following the resignation of its pres- all my experience accumulated said seeing Pope Francis on the big Bishop Perez shared a quote from to go to college. “I want to give back ident. The Vatican said in a state- in 40 years working at the Bank screen offering a message to the the pontiff’s March 25 postsynodal to the community with the degree ment Nov. 27 that the pope named of Italy, as an inspector, as head of pilgrims gathered at Lucas Oil Sta- apostolic exhortation “Christus Vi- I get. I hope to be an immigration Carmelo Barbagallo as the new vigilance of the Italian banking and dium was inspirational. vit ” (“Christ Lives”), primarily ad- lawyer and help people through the head of the Financial Intelligence financial sector and in the context “It was amazing to see that our dressed to young people: “Young immigration process.” Authority, known by the Italian of the supervision of the European Pope Francis took the time to rec- people are taking to the streets ... For 17 year old Logan Struewing, acronym AIF. In an interview with banking system,” he said. He also ognize the ‘Church of Now.’ It also You are the ones that hold the fu- he chose ‘broken” as the theme that Vatican News published shortly af- emphasized AIF’s important role in brought a feeling of encouragement ture. Through you the future enters resonated most with him. “For me ter the announcement, Barbagallo upholding the “fundamental values to the youths to see that we are not the world. I ask you to be protago- and a lot of people, we all have ways said he was honored by the appoint- of fairness and transparency of all alone in this journey this pilgrimage nists of this transformation.” we are broken,” said Struewing, a ment and “aware of the full weight financial movements.” Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic QUICK READS A10

NATION financial misconduct. Pope Francis bill. The amendment “increases a four people dead. Videos posted on young leaders who participated in accepted Bishop Bransfield’s resig- highly controversial earmark for social media showed strong winds the various phases of the synodal nation Sept. 13, 2018. international family planning by ripping off roofs and toppling process, including the internation- Buffalo bishop $57.55 million above current law, power lines in the Bicol region, al youth forum in June, and who are Catholic leaders from $575 million to $632.55 mil- south of Philippine capital, Manila. active in Catholic lay movements, resigns lion,” said the coalition of pro-life Ucanews.org reported Manila’s in- associations, communities or their BUFFALO, N.Y. | Buffalo Bish- decry ‘Remain in leaders. In fiscal year 2018, they ternational airport was shut down respective dioceses. “The group will op Richard J. Malone told Catho- Mexico’ expansion noted, the U.S. provided nearly $280 for 12 hours as Typhoon Kammuri have an important consultative and lics Dec. 4 he asked Pope Francis million in foreign aid to groups in- barreled across the country, bring- proposal-making role to play. They to allow him to retire early so the TUCSON, Ariz. | Catholic lead- volved in abortion activities over- ing with it powerful winds and will assist the dicastery with issues people of the diocese “will be bet- ers decried an expansion of the seas. Archbishop Naumann and the heavy rain. Authorities estimated related to youth ministry and other ter served” by a new bishop “who is Trump administration’s “Remain other pro-life leaders said the Sha- that about half a million people topics of more general interest,” the perhaps better able” to bring about in Mexico” policy, which includes heen amendment, passed in early were displaced; many of them were dicastery said on its website, www. “reconciliation, healing and renew- relocating migrants currently bid- September, also “undermines” the ordered to leave their homes hours laityfamilylife.va. al” in addressing the abuse crisis. In ing their time in the Tucson area U.S. Agency for International De- before the typhoon struck. In Le- a three-page letter, he said that “de- back to border towns in Texas for velopment’s New Partnership Ini- gazpi Diocese, one of the worst-af- Sainthood causes spite the measurable progress we transport back into Mexico. The tiative “by adding new reporting fected areas, Father Rex Arjona, the have achieved together,” he made current policy “does not provide requirements that are intended to diocesan social action director, said advance his decision “after much prayer protection to these most vulnerable effectively ‘name and shame’ faith his teams had assessed the imme- VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis and discernment.” The “spiritual people and in fact has placed them or community-based partners.” diate needs of people. “The worst advanced the sainthood cause of welfare” of the faithful will be bet- in significant danger in cities that is over for us,” he said, adding that Bishop Ovide Charlebois — a Cana- ter served by a new bishop. Bishop cannot adequately assist them,” his office was still waiting for a com- dian Missionary Oblate of Mary Im- Malone released his letter as Arch- wrote Tucson Bishop Edward J. WORLD plete picture of the situation. “We maculate who ministered to First bishop Christophe Pierre, apostolic Weisenburger in a statement re- will go around as much as we can to Nations peoples and migrant work- nuncio to the United States, an- leased Dec. 2. The Trump admin- Salesians defend get a more substantial assessment.” ers scattered throughout the vast, nounced Pope Francis had accept- istration just expanded its Migrant lake-covered province of . ed Bishop Malone’s resignation and Protection Protocols policy, known decision to send The pope recognized the Quebec named Bishop Edward B. Scharf- as MPP and also called “Remain VATICAN native, who lived from 1862 to 1933, enberger of Albany, New York, as in Mexico,” to migrants who cross pedophile to Africa as having lived the Christian vir- Buffalo’s apostolic administrator. over the border into Arizona. The OXFORD, England | Belgium’s Church must help tues in a heroic way. The pope also At 73, Bishop Malone is two years expansion means these migrants Salesian order defended its decision recognized the martyrdom of Fa- shy of the age at which bishops are are transported from Tucson to El to send a priest convicted of child military families ther Jan Franciszek Macha, a Polish required by canon law to turn in Paso, Texas, and then into Mexico abuse to work with Caritas in Cen- VATICAN CITY | The brutal priest who began his parish minis- their resignation to the pope. For border cities. The Trump policy, tral African Republic, where he has reality of war is just one of the chal- try when the Nazis invaded Poland more than a year, he has faced ques- initially announced in January been accused of abusing children lenges the Catholic Church is called and was imprisoned and murdered tions about how he has addressed 2019, requires those seeking asy- again. Father Carlo Loots, Belgian to help members of the U.S. Armed by its elite force, the SS, despite his the clergy sex abuse crisis. Bishop lum in the United States to remain provincial vicar and spokesman Forces and their families cope with, mother’s efforts to secure a pardon Malone has headed the Diocese of in Mexico while their applications for the Salesians of Don Bosco, also said Archbishop Timothy P. Bro- from Adolf Hitler. The pope also for- Buffalo since 2012. Bishop Scharf- are processed. Immigration law- said the order had learned from the glio of the U.S. Archdiocese for the mally recognized the martyrdom of enberger, 71, has headed the Albany yers are challenging the policy in incident and changed some proce- Military Services. “For 19 years, the 16 victims of the Spanish Civil War Diocese since 2014. In his five and a court. In late July, the U.S. Supreme dures. “We’ve learned that all com- United States has been at war, and and advanced the causes of eight half years in Albany, he has been a Court said the policy could remain munications involving such cases this is a reality that anyone who has other men and women. national leader in responding to the in effect while challenges to it work must be written and documented, volunteered for the military knows clergy abuse crisis. their way through the lower courts. rather than exchanged verbally at and that touches him or her direct- Abuse commission: A day after Bishop Weisenburger is- the risk of being passed over and ly,” the archbishop told Catholic WV bishop asks sued his statement the Tucson City forgotten,” Father Loots told Catho- News Service Dec. 3. “The havoc overestimated Council unanimously a memorial lic News Service Nov. 26. “We’ve also that this has wreaked on families is kids in homes predecessor to calling on federal officials to “sus- improved our safeguarding policy a very great concern, and I hope that repay $792,000 pend the implementation” of MPP. and learned to be much more pru- these days of the ‘ad limina’ visit DUBLIN | More than 10 years af- Although U.S. Customs and Border dent in dealing with an abuser. We will be an opportunity for dicaster- ter its final report, the commission WASHINGTON | Bishop Mark E. Patrol successfully implemented thought at the time we’d taken the ies to be aware of the situation, and set up by the Irish government to Brennan of Wheeling-Charleston, the policy along most of the south- right decisions, but we must recog- I hope to learn some things that I investigate claims of abuse in reli- West Virginia, has asked the for- ern U.S. border, Arizona was seen as nize doing our best at that moment might be able to take back,” he said. gious-run institutions has admit- mer bishop of the diocese to pay weak on enforcement, with a spike wasn’t enough.” In 2012, after being Archbishop Broglio is among the ted that it overestimated the num- back more than $792,000 to cover of asylum applications at a time convicted of child abuse and pos- group of bishops from the District ber of children in the homes. In a the “inappropriate expenditure of when other ports of entry showed a session of child pornography while of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, statement Nov. 25, the Commission diocesan funds to support a luxu- decline. working as a Salesian school teach- Virginia, the U.S. Virgin Islands and to Inquire Into Child Abuse said rious lifestyle.” Bishop Brennan er and aid agency director, Father West Virginia in Rome Dec. 1-7 for the number of children housed in outlined a series of other actions he Amendment would Delft was given an 18 months’ sus- their visit “ad limina apostolorum” the institutions was approximate- has proposed that retired Bishop pended jail sentence and 10-year -- to the threshold of the apostles ly 42,000, about a quarter of the Michael J. Bransfield take including ‘enrich’ abortion ban from contact with children by -- to report on the status of their 170,000 previously cited in the 2009 issuing apologies to the people he is providers overseas Ghent’s correctional court. How- dioceses. The group, along with Ryan Report. The commission was alleged to have sexually abused, to ever, in 2013 he was hired by Bishop bishops from Louisiana, Alabama, mandated to report on the extent of the faithful of the diocese for “the WASHINGTON | Archbishop Jo- Albert Vanbuel, a Belgian and fel- Kentucky, Mississippi and Tennes- abuse in institutions supervised by grievous harm he caused,” and seph F. Naumann of Kansas City, low Salesian, to work with Caritas see, met with Pope Francis for near- the state but run by 18 religious con- to diocesan employees “who suf- Kansas, chairman of the U.S. bish- at a church camp for internally dis- ly three hours Dec. 3. gregations. It found that physical fered from a culture of intimidation ops’ Committee for Pro-Life Ac- placed people in Central African abuse was widespread and sexual and retribution which the former tivities, and 17 other pro-life leaders Republic’s Kaga-Bandoro Diocese. Formation of new abuse was endemic in many insti- bishop created.” A nine-point “plan have called on President Donald After Bishop Vanbuel retired in tutions for boys run by members of of amends” developed by Bishop Trump to block an amendment they October 2015, Father Delft was ap- youth advisory body religious congregations. More than Brennan was announced in a Nov. say would “enrich global abortion pointed national director of Caritas VATICAN CITY | The Dicastery 1.4 billion euros has already been 26 letter he sent to the faithful of the providers,” which currently is part in Bangui. for Laity, the Family and Life an- paid out in compensation to people diocese. The plan covers several of a Senate appropriations measure. nounced it is setting up a special- who say they suffered abuse while measures including a reduction in They were referring to an amend- Philippine dioceses ized team of young Catholic leaders living in the homes. In a statement, his diocesan pension, the loss of ment in the Senate’s State, Foreign as advisers. The new international Justice Sean Ryan said, “The com- certain aspects of health care cov- Operations and Related Programs deploy teams to advisory body was established fol- mission’s report published in May erage, the return or purchase of the appropriations bill. Spearheaded help displaced lowing a proposal in the final docu- 2009 contains a seriously erroneous car Bishop Bransfield was provided by Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New ment of the 2018 Synod of Bishops statistic according to the general at retirement and denial of burial in Hampshire, the amendment “has MANILA, Philippines | Catho- on Young People, Faith and Voca- agreement of relevant experts and the diocese. Bishop Bransfield, 76, several problematic provisions,” the lic Church groups deployed teams tional Discernment. The Vatican bodies.” After consulting relevant left his position in September 2018 pro-life leaders said in a Nov. 21 let- to assist affected communities Dec. made the announcement Nov. 24, experts, Ryan said he is now “of the after 13 years in the diocese under ter to Trump, saying it “must be re- 4, a day after a powerful typhoon the feast of Christ the King. The view that the number stated in the a cloud of allegations of sexual and moved” before final passage of the hit the Philippines, leaving at least Youth Advisory Body consists of 20 report is not correct.” A11 NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS Florida Catholic Dec. 6-19, 2019 Pope in Japan: Powerful nations protect all life

CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE Excessive wealth, he said, can “I am at a loss for words at the numb young people. “Everything weight of the sorrow and pain TOKYO | Beauty, creation and bores them; they no longer dream, wrought by the atomic bomb, and each human life are gifts of God to laugh or play. They have no sense also at the profundity of the prayers be treasured and shared, not en- of wonder or surprise. They are like offered by Pope Francis, who shows slaved to current societal ideas of zombies,” he said. his compassionate consideration what is valuable, perfect or produc- The pope said “zombis” in Span- of this and whose heart goes out tive, Pope Francis said at a Mass in ish; when he strayed from his pre- in such great sympathy for it,” the the famous Tokyo Dome. pared text, which he did often, he prime minister said. “We are invited as a Christian would nod to Jesuit Father Renzo Pope Francis told the prime community to protect all life and De Luca, his former student and minister and his guests that one testify with wisdom and courage to current provincial of the Jesuits in reason he came to Japan was “to a way of living marked by gratitude Japan. Father De Luca was his offi- implore God and to invite all per- and compassion, generosity and cial translator during the trip. sons of good will to encourage and simple listening,” the pope told an Before meeting the young peo- promote every necessary means of estimated 50,000 people gathered ple, Pope Francis had a 20-minute dissuasion so that the destruction in the stadium for Mass Nov. 25. private meeting with Japan’s Em- generated by the atomic bombs in At the Mass, with young people Pope Francis greets a baby as he arrives to celebrate Mass in Tokyo peror Naruhito at the Imperial Pal- Hiroshima and Nagasaki will never earlier in the day and later during a Dome in Tokyo Nov. 25, 2019. (PAUL HARING | CNS) ace. Afterward, a palace spokesman take place again in human history.” meeting with government officials said the pope told the emperor that But the pope also spoke about and cultural leaders, Pope Francis said, he’s not saying basic necessi- not worthy of love? Someone who he remembers as an almost 9-year- the people of Japan, especially shared his concern about the high ties like food and shelter are unim- happens to be a foreigner, someone old seeing his parents crying after those who feel excluded from the rates of suicide in Japan and about portant, but he is telling them that who made a mistake, someone ill or they heard about the atomic bomb- country’s economic and techno- the enormous pressure the culture a single-minded focus on success in prison: Is that person not worthy ing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in logical advancement. places on young people to succeed. and individual happiness “in reality of love? We know what Jesus did: he 1945. “I think particularly of the young, In his homily, the pope said the leaves us profoundly unhappy and embraced the leper, the blind man, His parents’ crying, he said, left a who so often feel overwhelmed in freedom people should enjoy as enslaved, and hinders the authentic the paralytic, the Pharisee and the big impression of him. facing the challenges of growing children of God “can be repressed development of a truly harmonious sinner.” After the Mass, the pope met up, the elderly and the lonely who and weakened if we are enclosed in and humane society.” In a long and lively dialogue with with Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, suffer from isolation,” he said. “We a vicious circle of anxiety and com- Catholics need to embrace and young people that morning in St. and then both of them spoke to gov- know that, in the end, the civility of petition” or if people are convinced teach others to embrace “things Mary’s Cathedral, Pope Francis ernment officials, civic leaders and every nation or people is measured that what they produce or consume that are not perfect,” particularly talked about how many people in members of the diplomatic corps. not by its economic strength, but by determines their worth. by demonstrating that all human Japan and in other countries are Abe thanked the pope particu- the attention it devotes to those in When Jesus tells his followers beings are deserving of love, he materially rich “but live as slaves to larly for his long attention to the need and its capacity to be fruitful not to be anxious, Pope Francis said. “Is a disabled or frail person unparalleled loneliness.” evils of the nuclear arms race. and promote life.” n Be brave enough to dialogue, pope tells Thai religious leaders

CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE Muslim leaders at Chulalongkorn operation as the code of conduct, University Nov. 22. and reciprocal knowledge as a BANGKOK | Meeting Thai reli- The global migration phenome- method and standard.” gious leaders and then celebrating non, climate change, technological At the university named for Mass with Catholic young adults, advances, conflict and war all “re- King Chulalongkorn of Siam, who Pope Francis encouraged them to quire us to be bold in devising new reigned from 1868 to 1910 and abol- strengthen a culture that treasures ways of shaping the history of our ished slavery, Pope Francis asked the past, holds fast to faith, is un- time without denigrating or insult- all religions in Thailand to work afraid of differences and always ing anyone,” Pope Francis insisted together to end “the many present- seeks a way to promote dialogue at his meeting with the religious day forms of slavery, especially and cooperation. leaders. the scourge of human trafficking,” No single nation or religious or An “insular” way of thinking and which in Thailand includes traf- ethnic group can guarantee itself a acting will not work, he said. “Now ficking both for prostitution and future “in isolation from or immune is the time to be bold and envision cheap domestic labor. to others,” the pope told Thai Chris- the logic of encounter and mutual With dialogue and cooperation, tian, Buddhist, Muslim, Sikh and dialogue as the path, common co- the pope said, “we can provide a new paradigm for resolving con- flicts and help foster greater un- derstanding and the protection of Pope Francis greets religious leaders during a meeting with Christian creation.” leaders and the leaders of other religions at Chulalongkorn University By promoting justice and peace, in Bangkok, Thailand, Nov. 22, 2019. (PAUL HARING | CNS) Sign-up for our he said, the religions of Thailand will give their younger members Cecilia, a martyr, the pope and stuck in the past, but about having “the tools they need to be in the concelebrants wore bright red silk roots that reach deep and provide Exclusive forefront of efforts to create sustain- vestments sewn for the occasion by stability. online newsletter able and inclusive lifestyles” based Thai Sisters of the Sacred Heart of “Without this firm sense of on respect for human dignity and Jesus and volunteer seamstresses. rootedness, we can be swayed by concern for the environment. In his homily, Pope Francis urged the ‘voices’ of this world that com- Pope Francis ended his day cel- the young people to keep their faith pete for our attention,” the pope ebrating Mass with representa- alive and strong, being on guard so told them. “Many are attractive TO SIGN-UP, PLEASE VISIT: tives of the country’s young adult that disappointments and suffering and nicely packaged; at first they thefloridacatholic.org/newsletter Catholics in Bangkok’s Cathedral of do not cause their faith to weaken or seem appealing and exciting, but the Assumption. He read the Mass grow cold. in the long run they will leave you prayers in English but preached in “You need to be deeply rooted in only empty, weary, alone and dis-

13585-1206 Spanish; a Thai priest provided a the faith of your ancestors — your enchanted and slowly extinguish FLORIDACatholic successive translation. parents, grandparents and teach- that spark of life that the Lord once For the Mass on the feast of St. ers,” he said. It’s not about being ignited in the heart of each of us.” n Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS A12 Nicaraguans in U.S. call on world to open eyes to country’s plight

RHINA GUIDOS To go into a (Catholic) church, it’s concerned about the violence tak- Catholic News Service a crime,” Callejas, who lives in Sil- ing place inside places of worship, ver Spring, Maryland, told Catholic “but we know the church will per- WASHINGTON | Outside the Or- News Service Nov. 25. “We’re here severe.” ganization of American States in to support the exit of a dictator and Almost since the conflict began, Washington Nov. 25, Estela Callejas we’re tired. We want the world know the Washington-based OAS, an or- Estela Callejas, right, and Romy Rojas speak with Mario Arana, and Romy Rojas pleaded with the the situation and we want them to ganization of 35 independent states president of the American Nicaraguan Chamber of Commerce, man in the suit for help. support us.” in North, Central and South Amer- outside the Organization of American States in Washington. (RHINA “We’re tired. We’ve been here Callejas, who described herself ica, have been trying to broker a GUIDOS | CNS) in the rain, cold and snow ... the as a member of the Neocatechu- peaceful solution to no avail. business sector has got to step in menal Way, said she wanted to call “I promise you, I will keep in- happened inside one of the Catho- one to help her native Nicaragua and put pressure,” Callejas said in Catholics’ attention to what’s been sisting,” negotiator Arana told the lic churches. because if those outside didn’t try to Spanish, as she and Rojas pleaded happening inside churches in Ni- women outside the building, as he “The Ortega regime’s siege of a call attention to the problem, “there with Mario Arana, president of the caragua, including recent attacks headed to a meeting where the body place of worship is unacceptable, as is no hope for those inside.” American Nicaraguan Chamber of on and around Nov. 21 in the capi- was set to hear the report of a High are the arrests of more than a dozen “We’re their voice,” she said. Commerce, outside the OAS, as he tal of Managua and the nearby city Level Commission on Nicaragua. individuals who were attempting to Catholic organizations, includ- headed inside the building to con- of Masaya, where Catholics were Even after OAS General Secre- aid the hunger strikers,” said Mor- ing the Ignatian Solidarity Network, tinue negotiations trying to find a forced to barricade doors as a mob tary Luis Almagro called for Nica- gan Ortagus, spokesperson for the along with other Jesuit-affiliated peaceful solution to the volatile po- tried to enter, and where a church ragua’s civil and political freedoms State Department, in a Nov. 21 state- groups, and various bishops’ con- litical situation in Nicaragua. was taken over by pro-government to be restored, and for the return ment about those who were trapped ferences in Latin America, also have “Take our voice inside there,” Ro- groups, leaving trapped inside its of peace and justice, the country’s inside the church in Masaya. called for something to be done. jas said to Arana. pastor, a and a group of women representative rejected during the Patricia Ramirez, a Nicaraguan In a Nov. 25 statement, the Igna- The women, Nicaraguans living on a hunger strike demanding the meeting the assertions of repres- who lives in Arlington, Virginia, tian network urged the U.S. govern- in the U.S., were outside on one of release of their sons. sion. and was with the group outside the ment to support the people of Nica- Washington’s busiest streets, near “We want solidarity with our “We reiterate the official position OAS, said that without the church, ragua. the White House, holding signs and people as they go through this hor- of the Nicaraguan government to there is very little support or pro- “We call on the government of calling attention to what they said rible situation from a repressive, as- consider the so-called OAS High tection for those inside the coun- the United States to condemn these was a violation of human rights, in- sassinating government,” Rojas, a Level Commission as nonexistent,” try. Rojas, was nearby said that if acts of violence by the government cluding the right to protest, expres- Nicaraguan living in Virginia, told said Ruth Tapia, the country’s am- the priests were protecting people of Nicaragua against its own people sion, and even to gather for worship CNS outside the OAS building. “We bassador. “Therefore, something inside the church, that’s what they and to support peaceful efforts to taking place in Nicaragua, where will not rest. The message against that does not exist cannot produce are called to do and it’s not a crime, restore democracy and civil rights, government supporters have, of Ortega is clear.” reports or opinions, much less rec- she said. including freedom of speech, free- late, been accused of attacking That message is for Ortega to ommendations or impositions.” Ramirez said she would continue dom of assembly, freedom of the crowds inside Catholic churches. leave, she said. But even the U.S. Department of to participate in any demonstra- press and freedom of religion,” the That’s where some anti-gov- As a Catholic, she said she was State publicly criticized what had tions to pressure the U.S. and any- statement said. n ernment protesters have gathered, including a group of mothers with sons detained for political reasons by the administration of President Daniel Ortega Saavedra, who seems Pope Francis saddened by deadly protests in Iraq intent on holding on to power. Opposition against Ortega and CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE cording to Amnesty International. patriarchate’s website. He asked all nified and secure life in Iraq, will his wife, Rosario Murillo, who dou- Since the protests began Oct. 1, Catholics to pray for the country at be the seeds of an effort “to build a bles as first lady and vice president VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis an estimated 400 demonstrators Masses Dec. 1. Cardinal Sako, said homeland of justice and indepen- of the nation, has been rising since said he was concerned and sad- have been killed. Protesters have he hoped that “the blood that has dence, in which no one would be April 2018, when their government dened following two months of expressed anger at government au- been shed as a price” for a free, dig- oppressed or treated unfairly.” n announced an austerity plan to protests in Iraq that resulted in the thorities for widespread financial reduce pensions as a cost-cutting deaths of hundreds of people. mismanagement, corruption and measure while increasing employ- “I pray for the dead and the increasing poverty in the country. ee contributions to the social secu- wounded; I am close to their fami- The protests resulted in the resig- rity system. lies and to the entire people of Iraq, nation of Iraqi Prime Minister Adil 5 Year Annuity The plan didn’t go over well, and calling upon God for peace and har- Abdul-Mahdi Dec. 1 and for calls by even though the government re- mony,” the pope said Dec. 1 after international observers for investi- Guaranteed 3.25 Interest Rate For All 5 Years

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CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE prayer before the Blessed Sacra- “The Diocese of Peoria has no With evidence ment and “courage in confronting doubt that Fulton Sheen, who of her son’s PEORIA, Ill. | Bishop Daniel the challenges in our society.” brought so many souls to Jesus alleged R. Jenky of Peoria said Vatican “Drawing strength from his per- Christ in his lifetime, will be rec- miraculous officials have told him that the sonal prayer life and deep devotion ognized as a model of holiness and healing boxed upcoming beatification of Arch- to Our Lord, Fulton Sheen consis- virtue,” the statement added. in front of a bishop Fulton J. Sheen has been tently demonstrated tremendous The diocese said Bishop Jenky portrait of postponed. courage in confronting the chal- was “deeply saddened” by the Vati- Archbishop A news release from the Diocese lenges in our society,” the state- can’s decision. Fulton J. of Peoria said it was informed Dec. ment said. “He was well known “In particular, Bishop Jenky Sheen, Bonnie 2 that Vatican had decided to post- for his boldness in preaching the is even more concerned for the Engstrom gives pone the Dec. 21 ceremony “at the Gospel on radio and on television many faithful who are devoted to a reading request of a few members” of the in the face of our secular culture. Sheen and who will be affected by at a 2011 U.S. Conference of Catholic Bish- This same spirit of courage and this news,” the diocese said. “He is Mass. (TOM ops. boldness guided him as a bishop firmly convinced of the great ho- DERMODY, Details on what prompted the to preach the truth, to defend the liness of servant of THE CATHOLIC bishops to intervene were un- faith and to safeguard the church.” God and remains confident that POST | CNS) known. The diocese added, “In our The Peoria Diocese also said Sheen will be beatified. Bishop current climate it is important for “there continue to be many mir- Jenky has every intention of con- the faithful to know that there has acles reported” through the arch- tinuing the cause, but no further never been, nor is there now, any bishop’s intercession. The diocese date for beatification has been dis- allegation against (Archbishop) said there have been “several” cussed.” Sheen involving the abuse of a mi- miracles reported since the pope’s The Diocese of Peoria said it will opened in 2003. The church de- birth Sept. 16, 2010. His parents, nor.” announcement of the beatification offer no further comment “at this clared his heroic virtues and he Bonnie and Travis Engstrom, im- Pope Francis Nov. 18 approved ceremony. time.” was given the title “Venerable” in mediately invoked the prayers of the beatification ceremony for the “Since a few members of the Fulton J. Sheen, a native of El 2012 by Pope Benedict XVI. Archbishop Sheen and encour- popular archbishop, whose televi- bishops’ conference have request- Paso, Illinois, was ordained Sept. In July, Bishop Jenky announced aged others to seek his interces- sion program attracted millions of ed a delay, the Diocese of Peoria 20, 1919, at St. Mary’s Cathedral in Pope Francis had approved a mir- sion after the baby was taken to viewers nationwide and continues remains confident that Archbish- Peoria. He went on to teach at The acle attributed to the intercession OSF HealthCare St. Francis Medi- to be viewed in reruns in some op Sheen’s virtuous conduct will Catholic University of America in of Archbishop Sheen, which led cal Center in Peoria for emergency markets. only be further demonstrated,” Washington and lead the Society the way to the announcement he treatment. Calling the delay “unfortunate,” the statement said. “Bishop Jenky of the Propagation of the Faith. would be beatified. In general, two miracles must be the diocesan release outlined has every confidence that any ad- Perhaps he is best remembered for The miracle concerns the heal- accepted by the church as having some of the activities for which ditional examinations will only his popular television show, “Life ing of James Fulton Engstrom of occurred through the intercession Archbishop Sheen was especially further prove Fulton Sheen’s wor- Is Worth Living.” Washington, Illinois, who was of a prospective saint, one before known, including “his personal thiness of beatification and canon- He died in 1979 at age 84. His considered stillborn when he was beatification and the other before dedication” a Holy Hour of daily ization. sainthood cause was officially delivered during a planned home . n 13420-1206 Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS A14 Pope: Set up, be enchanted by a Nativity scene

CINDY WOODEN READ ONLINE Catholic News Service Pope Francis The Vatican’s English translation of prays during the pope’s letter can be found at: http:// VATICAN CITY | A Nativity scene a visit to w2.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/ the Nativity is a simple reminder of something apost_letters/documents/papa-frances- astonishing: God became human scene of co-lettera-ap_20191201_admirabile- Greccio, to reveal the greatness of his love signum.html. The Spanish translation Italy, Dec. 1. “by smiling and opening his arms is available at: http://w2.vatican.va/ (VATICAN to all,” Pope Francis said in a letter content/francesco/es/apost_letters/ MEDIA on the meaning and importance of documents/papa-francesco-lettera- | CNS) setting up Christmas cribs. ap_20191201_admirabile-signum.html “Wherever it is, and whatever form it takes, the Christmas creche speaks to us of the love of God, the Creator of the universe lowered God who became a child in order himself to take up our littleness.” to make us know how close he is Then, he said, there is the fact to every man, woman and child, that this baby is “the source and regardless of their condition,” the sustenance of all life. In Jesus, the pope wrote in his apostolic letter, Father has given us a brother who “Admirabile Signum” (“Enchanting comes to seek us out whenever we Image”). are confused or lost, a loyal friend Pope Francis signed the short ever at our side. He gave us his son letter Dec. 1, the first Sunday of Ad- who forgives us and frees us from vent, during an afternoon visit to our sins.” setting while others add all sorts that God became man,” the pope a simple life in order to teach us to Greccio, Italy, where St. Francis of The magic of the season goes of characters and buildings and wrote. “His closeness brings light recognize what is essential and to Assisi set up the first Nativity scene deep when someone—child or streams and towns, Pope Francis where there is darkness and shows act accordingly,” he said. in 1223. adult—gazes upon a Nativity scene, said even “fanciful additions show the way to those dwelling in the Mary is a model of discipleship, When St. Francis had a cave pre- he said. And whether or not they that in the new world inaugurated shadow of suffering.” faithfully accepting God’s will for pared with a hay-filled manger, an can put what they experience into by Jesus there is room for whatever The simple shepherds, who were her life and sharing him with oth- ox and a donkey — no statues or ac- words, they come away knowing is truly human and for all God’s the first to go to the stable to see the ers, inviting them to obey him. Jo- tors or baby, even —he “carried out a that “God’s ways are astonish- creatures.” newborn Jesus, are reminders that seph, too, accepts the role God as- great work of evangelization,” Pope ing, for it seems impossible that he But he focused in the letter on “the humble and the poor” are the signed him, protecting the baby Je- Francis said, and Catholics can and should forsake his glory to become some key elements, starting with first to welcome the good news, sus, teaching him and raising him. must continue that work today. a man like us.” the starry night, the simplicity of the pope said. “In a particular way, And, of course, the pope wrote, “With this letter,” he wrote, “I “To our astonishment, we see the stable and the poverty of the from the time of its Franciscan ori- “when, at Christmas, we place the wish to encourage the beautiful God acting exactly as we do: He shepherds. gins, the Nativity scene has invited statue of the Infant Jesus in the family tradition of preparing the sleeps, takes milk from his moth- Giving the Nativity scene a night- us to ‘feel’ and ‘touch’ the poverty manger, the Nativity scene sud- Nativity scene in the days before er, cries and plays like every other time backdrop, he said, respects that God’s son took upon himself in denly comes alive. God appears as Christmas, but also the custom of child! As always, God baffles us. He the Gospel account of Jesus’ birth the incarnation.” a child, for us to take into our arms.” setting it up in the workplace, in is unpredictable, constantly doing but also serves to remind people That, in turn, calls Jesus’ dis- The whole scene, he said, re- schools, hospitals, prisons and town what we least expect,” Pope Francis of times when they’ve experienced ciples “to follow him along the path minds adult Catholics of their squares.” wrote. “The Nativity scene shows darkness. The creche, he said, says, of humility, poverty and self-denial childhood and of learning the faith “It is my hope that this custom God as he came into our world, but “Even then, God does not abandon that leads from the manger of Beth- from their parents and grandpar- will never be lost and that, wher- it also makes us reflect on how our us, but is there to answer our crucial lehem to the cross,” the pope wrote. ents. Each year, it should be a re- ever it has fallen into disuse, it can life is part of God’s own life. It in- questions about the meaning of life. “It asks us to meet him and serve minder that the faith needs to be be rediscovered and revived,” the vites us to become his disciples if Who am I? Where do I come from? him by showing mercy to those of passed on to one’s children and pope said. we want to attain ultimate meaning Why was I born at this time in his- our brothers and sisters in greatest grandchildren. At the heart of even the simplest in life.” tory? Why do I love? Why do I suf- need.” Standing together before a Na- Nativity scene, he said, there is a Knowing that some families fer? Why will I die?” “Jesus, ‘gentle and humble in tivity scene, in wonder and awe, he reminder of “God’s tender love: the keep to the essential characters and “It was to answer these questions heart,’ was born in poverty and led said, is a simple way to start. n

Brother James Icon painter brings Minnesota martyr to life Miller icon painting CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE “It made him more accessible,” saint-to-be. Markell spent a month by Minnesota said Markell, a member of St. painting with acrylic wash and gold artist Nick ST. PAUL, Minn. | Nick Markell Mary’s Catholic Church in Stillwa- leaf in his apartment; he listened to Markell. had never heard of Christian ter and owner of nearby Markell Gregorian chant, and incense filled Brother James Miller when Cre- Studios. “Perhaps that’s why the the air. Markell focused on Brother tin-Derham Hall High School first image has taken off a bit.” Miller’s prominent eyebrows and commissioned the acclaimed art- It has become the most widely eyes. “I tried to capture an essence ist to paint an icon of the martyr. known image of the Midwestern of that,” he said. n A combination of prayer and research went into his creative process, including a picture of the late missionary holding a lamb in Guatemala. Add to that the fact that he often wore overalls, and an image was emerging: the tra- CatholicCatholicCatholic Ministries MinistriesMinistries ditional ambiance of a religious FINDINGFINDINGFINDING TRUE TRUE FINANCIAL FINANCIALFINANCIAL FREEDOMFREEDOM FREEDOM icon with a contemporary twist, showing Brother James — “Her- ParishParish based based small small groupgroup studies 13033-1206 mano Santiago,” as he was known Parish based small group studies — donned in overalls with a gold ononon personal personal nances nances nances nimbus encircling his head and a lamb in his arms. 407-878-7637407-878-7637407-878-7637 CompassCatholic.org CompassCatholic.org CompassCatholic.org A15 SUNDAY WORD and SCRIPTURE Florida Catholic Feb. 8-21, 2019

SCRIPTURE Advent: A time An Advent job: readings Friday, Dec. 6 of transformation Don’t complain Is 29:17-24; Mt 9:27-31 Saturday, Dec. 7 Sunday, Dec. 8 and in the world is not for us Sunday, Dec. 15 what signs do we see of the ful- Memorial of St. , bishop and doctor Second Sunday of Advent to be less than what we are, Third Sunday of Advent fillment of all of God’s promises of the Church Is 11:1-10; Ps 72:1-2, 23-26; Rom but that we may be fully what Is 35:1-6a, 10 Ps 146:6-10; Jas 5:7-10; in Jesus? Is it always obvious to Is 30:19-21, 23-26; Mt 9:35–10:1, 5a, 6-8 15:4-9; Mt 3:1-12 we are called to be. If the wolf Mt 11:2-11 us that God is coming “with vin- will live with a lamb, it will be dication,” when there is so much Sunday, Dec. 8 What does conversion mean as a wolf and not as a puppy. We do not live in a patient injustice in our country and in Second Sunday of Advent to us? Saint John the Baptist, a If Christ enters into our lives, time. How do we react when we the world, when there is suf- Is 11:1-10; Ps 72:1-2, 23-26; Rom 15:4-9; key figure for the second Sun- he does not make us less than have to wait on hold, when we fering in each of our families? Mt 3:1-12 day of Advent, cause his listen- we are or want to be, but more have to wait in traffic, when we When things are not going well ers and us as well to conver- than we could imagine. have to wait in a doctor’s office, for us, it can be difficult to re- Monday, Dec. 9 sion, so a total change of life. In his homily for the inaugu- when we have to wait in line in member the signs we have seen Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of We always read about him in ration of his ministry as Bishop a fast-food restaurant, when we of fulfillment. A danger in writ- the Blessed Virgin Mary the Gospel for this Sunday, this of Rome, Pope Emeritus Bene- have to wait for a commercial ing about patience and joy to an Gn 3:9-15, 20; Ps 98:1-4; Eph 1:3-6, 11-12; year from Matthew. John the dict XVI recalled the words to finish, when we have to wait audience spread across the State Lk 1:26-38 Baptist announces the coming that his predeces- for a page on the web to of Florida is that I cannot know of one who will “baptize you sor, Saint John Paul open? So often, it seems your particular difficulties and Tuesday, Dec. 10 in the Holy Spirit and in fire.” II, repeated so many that happiness depends your special blessings. But St. Is 40:1-11; Mt 18:12-14 John goes on to say of the one times: “Be not afraid.” on having our waiting James offers us all, whatever Wednesday, Dec. 11 who is to come: “His winnow- Pope Benedict said: time limited as much as our concrete situation, words of ing fan is in his hand. He will “Are we not all afraid possible. On this Gaud- hope and challenge. Is 40:25-31; Mt 11:28-30 clear his threshing floor and in some way? If we ete Sunday, the day in The second reading consid- Thursday, Dec. 12 gather his wheat into his barn, let Christ enter fully which the Church calls ers the example of a farmer but the chaff he will burn with into our lives, if we us to joyful hope, our who waits patiently because Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe unquenchable fire.” This pow- open ourselves total- readings speak to us not he knows that what he awaits Zec 2:14-17; Judith (PS) 13:18bcde, 19; Lk erful prophecy begs the ques- ly to him, are we not SUNDAY of having all our meets is “the precious fruit of the 1:26-38 tion of whether we willing to afraid that he might WORD met right now, but of pa- earth.” Thus he writes, “You Friday, Dec. 13 give such power to Jesus? Do take something away tience. St. James, in the too must be patient. Make your we really believe that he can from us? Are we not Father second reading, writes: hearts firm, because the com- Memorial of St. Lucy, virgin and martyr “baptize us in the Holy Spirit perhaps afraid to give Alfredo “Be patient, brothers ing of the Lord is at hand.” As Is 48:17-19; Mt 11:16-19 and in fire”? up something sig- Hernández and sisters, until the a very specific example of that Saturday, Dec. 14 A response to these ques- nificant, something coming of the Lord.” patience, James describes how tions will determine whether unique, something In the Scriptures, we should consider each other: Memorial of Saint , priest in this Advent we will allow that makes life so beautiful? Do God is the ever-patient one. “Do not complain, brothers and and Jesus the space to work in our we not then risk ending up di- The patience to which St. James sisters, about one another, that Sir 48:1-4, 9-11; Mt 17:9a, 10-13 lives. Our responses will de- minished and deprived of our calls us is thus in imitation of you may not be judged.” Don’t Sunday, Dec. 15 termine if we permit the Holy freedom? And once again the God’s patience. We should wait complain? That sounds like a Spirit to transform us, to be the Pope (referring to John Paul II) for him, as he waits for us. But nice, simple challenge for this Third Sunday of Advent new creatures that God wants said: no! If we let Christ into our how can we wait joyfully, when Advent that all of us may need Is 35:1-6a, 10; Ps 146:6-10; Jas 5:7-10; Mt us to be, or whether this Ad- lives, we lose nothing, noth- we want everything right now? to hear, whatever our specific 11:2-11 vent and this Christmas will be ing, absolutely nothing of what What are the signs of hope that situations, no? Monday, Dec. 16 lukewarm. What God wants for makes life free, beautiful and allow us to trust in him? As I am finishing this ar- us is real conversion, conver- great. No! Only in this friend- makes great promises ticle, I have to smile, because Nm 24:2-7, 15-17a; Mt 21:23-27 sion to the fullness of life which ship of the doors of life opened to the people of Israel, prom- my computer acted up a bit and Tuesday, Dec. 17 is his will for us. We are called wide.” Only in this friendship ises that we believe are fulfilled made me wait as I was looking to believe that God truly can is the great potential of human in Jesus Christ, but await their up some material on patience Gn 49:2, 8-10; Mt 1:1-17 transform our lives. existence truly revealed. Only final fulfilment, precisely on in the Scriptures. It can be so Wednesday, Dec. 18 Consider the images that in this friendship do we expe- the “coming of the Lord” (that tough to imitate God’s awesome we will hear from Isaiah this rience beauty and liberation.” is the Parousia you may some- patience, the patience which al- Jer 23:5-8; Mt 1:18-25 Sunday: “Then the wolf shall This Advent, may we allow times hear about that sounds lows us to hope, even as we con- Thursday, Dec. 19 be a guest of the lamb, and the Christ to enter into our lives, like Greek to you: it is Greek!). tinue our journey of conversion. Jgs 13:2-7, 24-25a; Lk 1:5-25 leopard shall lie down with the to give us the true freedom The final words of the first read- Great advice I heard once is that kid; the calf and the young lion that the world cannot give, so ing this Sunday express the it is very difficult to pray for pa- Friday, Dec. 20 shall browse together, with a that we may be who we are re- promise beautifully: “Those tience in all situations. It is bet- Is 7:10-14; Lk 1:26-38 little child to guide them.” We ally called to be. Experiencing whom the Lord has ransomed ter to pray for spoonfuls of pa- could take this prophecy as an real conversion, may we, in the will return and enter Zion sing- tience: “Lord, make me patient Saturday, Dec. 21 indication that all of the sav- words of St. Paul live “for the ing, crowned with everlasting for the next ten minutes; help Sg 2:8-14; Lk 1:39-45 age animals would be domes- glory of God.” n joy; they will meet with joy and me to be patient as I meet with ticated, as if they were being gladness, sorrow and mourn- this difficult person.” If we can Sunday, Dec. 22 weekend. This would be a false Father Alfredo Hernández is ing will flee.” In the Gospel Je- be patient in the little inconve- Fourth Sunday of Advent reading however. Vice Rector and Academic Dean sus tells John’s disciples, who niences of life, like a computer Is 7:10-14; Ps 24:1-3, 4ab, 5-6; Rom 1:1-7; The transformation that Je- of St. Vincent de Pail Regional are trying to figure out whether acting up or this encounter that Mt 1:18-24 sus wants to bring about in us Seminary in Boynton Beach. Jesus is the one for whom they I am worried about, then we can have been waiting, “Go and tell grow to imitate God more and John what you hear and see: more in the patience that leads the blind regain their sight, the Jesus to the cross that saves us. lame walk, lepers are cleansed, On this Gaudete Sunday, the deaf hear, the dead are great promises are announced raised, and the poor have the to us. We are told that great won- good news proclaimed to them. ders await us, wonders worth And blessed is the one who waiting for. May the Lord help takes no offense at me.” Jesus is us to patient with each other as telling John’s disciples and all of we patiently await his return in us that what we’ve been waiting glory: “Be patient, brothers and for is fulfilled in him. sisters, until the coming of the But as we look around us, Lord.” n Feb. 8-21, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic CLASSIFIEDS A16 CLASSIFIED ADS

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Then after retiring from CPA by God, he said, and in his the Catholic Press Association he wrote a column in Catholic New York interview with CPA officers told them for several years. Some of those are collected in Tales from a Real Life, they would be making a huge mistake published by Saint Mary’s Press. An earlier book, Two Voices, by Jim and DEVOTIONAL PRAYERS if they didn’t hire him -- and they their son Brian, was published by Liguori Publications. agreed, he recalled, smiling. Surviving in addition to Jim’s wife Ethel are their daughter Elizabeth James Aloysius Doyle was born Thank you Marie, a Buddhist in Wappinger Falls, NY; son Peter Joseph, of Broomfield, in Pittsburgh in the Crafton Heights section March 20, 1921. His father, Colorado, and his wife Sharon Wolf Doyle; son Thomas More, of Lake grandfather and great grandfather were all also named James Aloysius, Mary, FL and his wife, Diane Terorde Doyle. Two of Ethel and Jim’s sons although our James A. liked to be called just Jim. He had an older brother, have died: Dr. John Kevin Doyle, esteemed university professor, and Brian Elmer James, and Sister Mary Alice, who died in infancy. His mother was James, famous novelist and essay writer. Anna Maria Holthaus, daughter of a German steelworker who emigrated from the Ruhr to work in the Pittsburgh mills. Jane Ann Bates Doyle, Kevin’s widow, and Mary Miller Doyle, Brian’s widow, also survive, as do grandchildren Meghan Eileen, Neal Andrew Jim’s father was an accountant, who changed jobs often in the (and his wife Jessica Brennan and sons Jack and Henry), Tara Katherine, Depression, leading the family to move several times in the Midwest, finally Colleen Mary, Conor Daniel, Rachel Lynn, Lily Marie, Joseph James, and settling in the New York area on Long Island. Liam Robert. 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‘Rejoice and be glad that so great and good a Lord, on coming into the Virgin’s Well, that is something up to member. For instance, four calling derivation from 1990s marks it as debate. For many years there has birds refers to the four Gospels of likely “an invention of modern day womb, willed to appear been a “legend” that suggested that Matthew, Mark, Luke and John speculation rather than historical despised, needy, and poor although seen as a secular song, That’s kind of neat, right? Well, fact,” according to Snopes.com “The 12 Days of Christmas” is a car- yes, except that might not be totally That said, there is no reason why in this world, so that men ol with secret, Catholic meanings true. Some historians point out two a Catholic couldn’t examine the who were in dire poverty written as a secretive way to teach reasons why the song didn’t origi- song through a Catholic lens. So, Catholic doctrine to children. Ac- nate from anything than a fanciful, while the religious symbolism be- and suffering great need cording to Catholic News Agency, fun Christmas song. hind the song might not have been from 1558 until 1829, Roman Cath- (1) There is no documentation or created when it was first composed, of heavenly food might be olics in England were not permitted supporting evidence for this claim it’s neat to see how people have made rich in him.’ to practice their faith openly. Some- whatsoever, other than mere repeti- decided to show how the numbers one during that era wrote this carol tion of the claim itself. (Thank you listed in the song could relate to — St. as a catechism song for young Cath- Internet) Scripture and Tradition. Here is olics. It has two levels of meaning: (2) Despite being dated back a breakdown offered by Catholic the surface meaning plus a hidden some 270 years, the claim about it News Agency as profiled by Ann meaning known only to members being a song with coded Catholic Ball in her book, “Handbook of of the Church. Each element in the meanings only dates to the 1990s Catholic Sacramentals.” ‘Celebrate the feast of carol has a code word for a religious (which, despite being part of the last Christmas every day, even reality which the children could re- century, is not that long ago). So, its every moment in the • A partridge in the pear tree: • Five golden rings: First five books • Nine ladies dancing: Nine fruits interior temple of your Jesus, because that bird is willing to of the Old Testament of the Holy Spirit (charity, joy, peace, sacrifice its life to protect its young by • Six geese a-laying: Six days of patience, goodness, mildness, fidelity, spirit, remaining like a feigning injury to draw away predators. creation modesty, chastity) baby in the bosom of the • Two turtle doves: Old and New • Seven swans a-swimming: • Ten lords a-leaping: Ten Com- Testaments The sevenfold gifts of the Holy Spirit mandments. heavenly Father, where • Three French hens: Faith, hope, (prophesy, serving, teaching, exhorta- • Eleven pipers piping: The 11 and love tion, contribution, leadership, mercy). faithful Apostles. you will be reborn each • Four calling birds: Gospels of • Eight maids a-milking: The eight • Twelve drummers drumming: 12 moment in the Divine Matthew, Mark, Luke and John beatitudes. points of belief in The Apostles’ Creed. Word, Jesus Christ.’

— St. Paul of the Cross, founder of the Passionists

... Feed the world. Recognize awareness of the extreme Ethiopian It’s lyrics are haunting, but one ‘God rescued us from the power those lyrics? Although not a tradi- famine. The song was rerecorded in line in particular is striking, espe- tional, Christmas carol, it is a ballad 1989 and 2004, again to raise funds cially from a Catholic perspective. of darkness and brought us played during Christmas. Written and awareness for famine relief in After the lyric, “And there won’t into the kingdom of his beloved by rock musician Bob Geldolf, “Do different African nations, and in be snow in Africa this Christmas they know it’s Christmas time” was 2014 to benefit the Ebola crisis in time...” is the line: Son. Through him we have written in 1985 to raise funds and West Africa. redemption, the forgiveness of our sins. He is the image of the

It is in that way the song gets to that’s why the refrain — “Feed the the world with food and drink, love invisible God, the first-born of all creatures.’ the true heart of Christmas: the gift World. Let them know it’s Christ- and compassion is something nec- of life and the urgency to preserve, mas time” — could be sang any essary and so needed everyday of — Colossians 1:13-15 respect and love all life. Perhaps time of the year. Because feeding the calendar year. B3 ADVENT & CHRISTMAS GUIDE Florida Catholic Dec. 6-19, 2019 SECOND SUNDAY OF ADVENT Telling the scriptural story of John the Baptist

DAVID GIBSON wore “a leather belt about his waist” Her wish was communicated Catholic News Service (2 Kgs 1:8). Similarly, John the Bap- to Herod by Herodias’ daughter, tist “wore clothing made of camel’s infamously known to history as The story of John the Baptist re- hair and had a leather belt around Salome. Scripture says John’s head ally begins when he ... But wait! His his waist” (Mt 3:4). Did this austere was brought to the girl on a platter story is multifaceted in ways his- appearance of John remind many (Mt 14:6-11). tory often overlooked. How should of , causing them to wonder But surely it is less with his mur- it start? if the moment of his return had ar- der than his birth that John the Today it typically starts with John rived? Baptist’s story should begin. In preaching to crowds who came John would serve “in the spirit welcoming their child’s birth, his to the Judean desert to hear him and power of Elijah,” Luke’s Gospel parents, Elizabeth and Zechariah, and receive his baptism. Perhaps, affirms (1:17). must have sensed that his future though, its starting point could be To begin John the Baptist’s story, promised something wonderful. located in earlier times, when Israel might it help to ask why the first John was touched by God from the was younger and its people began to Christians went to such lengths start. anticipate the future work of some- to keep the memory of him alive? The announcement of John’s one like John. Scripture mentions him numerous coming birth appears at the begin- A belief developed in Israel that times. ning of Luke’s Gospel. And guess somehow the rather ancient proph- Did the Gospel writers convey who makes the announcement? et Elijah would return one day to his story to future generations sim- It is the angel Gabriel, never to be announce the coming of God’s ply due to a role he had, the function forgotten by Christians because kingdom, serving as a forerunner fulfilled by announcing in the des- he bore the news to Mary that she by helping prepare people for the ert that the one coming after him, would become, most surprisingly, arrival of the Messiah. Jesus Christ, would be “mightier the mother of Jesus. Belief that there is just one God than I,” someone whose sandals he The angel tells Mary in Luke’s came under threat in Israel during would not be worthy to carry (Mt Gospel that Jesus “will be great and Elijah’s time. There would be good 3:11), and by calling all to live justly will be called Son of the Most High” reason to esteem Elijah’s legacy as a (Lk 3:10-14)? (Lk 1:30-33). Notably, Luke’s Gospel It must have been no small thing even though they did not know prophet of the one, true God. That was a role of great distinc- says that Elizabeth and Mary were for Luke to speak of the Spirit’s pres- each other’s languages. “I am sending to you Elijah the tion. Still, it seems that for early relatives (1:36). ence in John the Baptist’s life and To be filled with the Spirit was, prophet, before the day of the Lord Christians John was remarkable Gabriel announced John’s com- work. Luke also is recognized as the for Luke, an amazing gift of God. comes,” the Lord says in the Old both in what he did and who he was ing birth to Zechariah. He and author of a second New Testament In the Gospel of Matthew (3:3), Testament Book of (3:23). at a key time in their history. Elizabeth, an older couple, had no volume, the Acts of the Apostles. words of the Hebrew prophet Isa- Some speculate that people were Some today may know John the children. They hardly could imag- Its opening pages describe how the iah are applied to John the Baptist inclined to think Elijah could re- Baptist best for his violent murder, ine this news. Spirit, “like a strong driving wind” directly, clarifying why today he is turn because they were not certain depicted in films and opera. Herod’s “Many will rejoice” over this (2:2), came to the earliest Christians considered a model for Christians he actually died. Scripture declares wife Herodias bore a grudge against child’s birth, said Gabriel. He “will on the first Pentecost. during the Advent weeks preceding that Elijah “went up to heaven in a John for considering the king’s mar- be filled with the Holy Spirit even The Spirit is viewed in Acts as a Christmas. Thus, to hear him is to whirlwind” (2 Kgs 2:11). riage to her unlawful. Herod ac- from his mother’s womb, and he unifying force enabling the many hear the “voice of one crying out in According to Scripture, Elijah ceded one night to her wish that he will turn many of the children of Is- gathered in Jerusalem from differ- the desert, ‘Prepare the way of the dressed in “a hairy garment” and have John beheaded. rael to the Lord” (Lk 1:15-16). ent areas to understand each other, Lord.’” n Peace and the call of our baptism as ‘living stones’

MIKE NELSON 72, then proclaims that “justice And in our world today, there are Catholic News Service shall flourish in his time, and full- those of us, and those among us, ness of peace forever.” The king’s who are just as eager to reap the re- Some awfully nice visions of the son “shall have pity for the lowly wards but not “put in the time,” so future are painted in this year’s and the poor; the lives of the poor to speak. readings for the Second Sunday of he shall save.” Which is not to suggest that bap- Advent—peace and justice, primar- All very lovely, especially as we tism is earned. But it does carry ily. look forward to celebrating the birth with it certain responsibilities, as But there are also some words of of the Lord in a few weeks time. But stated in the Catechism of the Cath- warning that should preclude any in Matthew’s Gospel, John the Bap- olic Church: of us from being carried away by tist strikes a very different tone. “The baptized have become ‘liv- such visions and focus instead on John says nothing about the day ing stones’ to be ‘built into a spiri- what it takes to make those visions we’re all going to get along, instead tual house, to be a holy priesthood.’ bear good fruit will be cut down and offers perhaps a gentler way of mak- reality. offering another dimension to a By baptism they share in the priest- thrown into the fire,” John warned. ing clear the point that a world of On the one hand, we have Isa- world of justice in no uncertain hood of Christ, in his prophetic and In that regard, it is also worth justice and peace doesn’t just hap- iah and the psalmist presenting a terms: “Produce good fruit as evi- royal mission. ... contemplating Isaiah’s declara- pen: “May the God of endurance rather rosy description of the king- dence of your repentance.” “Having become a member of tion in Chapter 10, the text that and encouragement grant you to dom of God, with justice at the core In other words, justice and peace the church, the person baptized precedes today’s reading. The rich think in harmony with one anoth- thanks to the coming of the One on don’t happen without work. And belongs no longer to himself, but to and powerful, those who do not er, in keeping with Christ Jesus, that whom Isaiah declares “the Spirit of what are we doing to make justice him who died and rose for us. From work for justice but for their own with one accord you may with one the Lord” shall rest. or peace happen in our world? now on, he is called to be subject to gain, should not expect any favors voice glorify the God and Father of In fact, Isaiah tells us, the world The Pharisees and Sadducees at others, to serve them in the com- from God, Isaiah states: “I have our Lord Jesus Christ. Welcome one will become a fine place to live, with whom John pointedly aimed his re- munion of the church” (No. 1268- moved the boundaries of peoples, another, then, as Christ welcomed wolves and lambs, calves and lions, marks (“You brood of vipers!”) were 1269). their treasures I have pillaged, you, for the glory of God.” babies and cobras all getting along clearly not part of the solution. They That, as John insinuated, is a call and, like a mighty one, I have God’s promise of justice and just fine—a very Camelot-ish, may- wanted the baptism without really to get busy and help build God’s brought down the enthroned” (Is peace has been made. Our work for be even Garden of Eden-like world. understanding what receiving bap- kingdom, not wait for someone else 10:13). justice and peace is still to be done. The responsorial psalm, Psalm tism meant. to do so. “Every tree that does not Paul, in his Letter to the Romans, Let’s get busy, shall we? n Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.facebook.com/FloridaCatholic ADVENT & CHRISTMAS GUIDE B4

THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT dvent is our Prepare: Jesus shows us how Atime to draw ourselves FATHER ANDREW DUTKO will once more shake not only earth tion is a relationship with God, and closer to him. Catholic News Service but heaven.’ That phrase ‘once repentance repairs any damage more,’ points to the removal of that we may have caused through We can do this Jesus loves you. He wants you to shaken, created things, so that what sin. Repentance means staying in directly through triumph; he won’t let you fail. He is unshaken may remain.” relationship. gives you all the tools you need to This testing and these struggles, The only reason we are ever sorry prayer, through be with him for eternity in paradise. which we endure every day, attack for anything is that we realize it hurt minimizing We are halfway through the Ad- us and test us because there are the our relationship with God or neigh- vent season, the preparation for the parts of us that are weak and flawed bor or ourselves, and it crushes us. distractions in coming of Jesus at Christmas. But in and need to be cast aside for us to be But Jesus is drawn to our wounds, our heart and no way is this preparation passive ready ... always. and he loves us. or short term. It is not something The verses from Hebrews talk Advent is our time to draw our- through service where we should be satisfied by about getting rid of that part of us selves closer to him. We can do this purely waiting. that is the weakest or the sickest. directly through prayer, through to the church. Advent is active. We are called The stuff we don’t need, as Scrip- minimizing distractions in our every moment of our lives to per- ture tells us, the part that can be heart and through service to the severe and overcome tests and shaken. church. At that moment, you either thought tance. Hold on to your relationship struggles; we are called to triumph And Jesus will show us the way. We can also do this indirectly you were everything or you thought with Jesus Christ. It is all that mat- and make ourselves ready for him. He will be with us as we do this, through recognizing Jesus in those you were nothing. Everything, in ters. It is all that will ever matter. Advent is ever-present and always, because, in these struggles, we will around us, through desiring only the sense that—I’m amazing. I don’t It is my prayer that in these an- in the sense that it points to Christ’s stumble, we will sin and it will hurt. positive things for ourselves and have to follow God’s will. Nothing, ticipatory weeks of Advent, leading second coming. But remember that Christ is the others, through upholding the hu- in the sense that—I’m worthless. I’ll up to the celebration of the birth We are called to prepare ... al- form God’s love takes in the pres- man dignity of the person standing never be able to follow his will, so of Our Lord, we may embrace our ways. We are called to repent ... al- ence of sin. Jesus is the Father’s before us. All of these things only why bother. spiritual struggles as the gift that ways. We are called to proclaim ... response to sin. He wants us to serve to better our relationship with Both stem from being isolated, they are. May we let these struggles always. We are called to triumph. triumph; he will not let us fail. He him. both stem from losing sight of our cast aside those things that can be This is alluded to in Hebrews loves us. A wise deacon once said to me, relationship with Jesus, both stem shaken so that the things that can- 12:26-27: Christ “has promised, ‘I The fruit of our Advent prepara- think of the last sin you committed. from not understanding repen- not be shaken remain. n 13576-1206 13523-1206 B5 ADVENT & CHRISTMAS GUIDE Florida Catholic Dec. 6-19, 2019

THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT Mary, a woman of patience

ANNA JONES selfishly agree to do the Lord’s will. Conception, we hear the story of the Catholic News Service If you’re anything like me, you re- angel Gabriel’s visit again. Although flected on Mary’s willingness to do it is a feast to celebrate the mystery Picture an image of Mary, the what God asked of her, even though of Mary’s birth without original mother of Jesus. it was slightly insane. Perhaps you sin, the Gospel instead serves as Now picture her pregnant. spent time thinking about whether, a reminder that while we are anx- Imagine coming across that in her shoes, you would have been iously awaiting the anniversary of image on your Facebook or Insta- so brave. the birth of Christ, Mary had to be gram feed. You see a young woman It not only took great courage but pregnant for that to happen. bathed in the warm glow of a photo also incalculable patience to accept As a relatively new mom myself, filter, eyes downcast, cradling her what the angel Gabriel had told her. I’m not very far removed from the round baby belly. Underneath the Mary was being asked to do an in- intense anticipation that comes image are the words, “Coming this credible service for God—for us from expecting your first child. It’s December ... a baby boy named all—with little explanation. hard to remain patient amid the Emmanuel! He will come to rule We continue to contemplate the chaos and hubbub. While I never the nations! #blessed #miracle #So- great mystery of Christ’s conception really minded being pregnant and nofGod.” and birth today. Imagine how Mary secretly enjoyed the extra attention Maybe that daydream gave felt in the moment! and love I received, I could not wait you pause. Maybe it horrified you And, if you’re anything like me, to hold my baby. I thought it was slightly to think about Mary on after thinking about all of that on somehow a great act of patience to your newsfeed. Maybe it made you the Annunciation, you promptly “patiently” wait 10 days past due. In roll your eyes. Maybe you laughed forgot about the fact that Mary was a small way, it was. But it was noth- Aside from Elizabeth’s joy and traveling to see her kinswoman a little. agreeing to be pregnant. ing compared to what Mary did. Joseph’s decision to remain be- Elizabeth and finally journeying to Perhaps these reactions are born And not just pregnant, pregnant There’s an easy scientific expla- trothed, we know nothing else of Bethlehem with Joseph to give birth out of the reality that we know this out of wedlock with no ordinary nation for how my son came to be. how Mary was received during in a barn. While as a church com- would never happen, even if the explanation for others of how she I was married when I got pregnant. her pregnancy. We know nothing munity we grapple with the mys- angel Gabriel had just appeared to came to be so. My family was overjoyed at our of how she felt. What was it like for tery of Christ’s conception a couple Mary only nine months ago. For months, Mary has been si- news. I could see pictures of my son Mary to feel the baby Jesus kick for of times a year, Mary had to think Yet on March 25, 2019, the feast lent. Patient. All this time carrying every few weeks, catching glimps- the first time in her womb? Did she about it every day for nine months of the Annunciation, we heard the Son of God without the fanfare es of his features to help my day- have doubts that what the angel told as she awaited the birth of a baby an how the angel Gabriel visited Mary of Facebook announcements, gen- dreams about what my baby might her was true? angel told her would come. to share the good news of the mi- der reveals and baby showers we’ve look like. I can’t imagine how much In our truncated version of Aside from her courage, Mary’s raculous conception of her son. We come to expect in our society today. longer those nine months would events in the Advent season, we patience is what I will be reflecting heard Mary listen patiently and un- On the feast of the Immaculate have felt without that. hear of Mary becoming pregnant, on this Advent season. n

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■ St. Mary Magdalen 386 672 5272, 386 677 3224 (fax) Winter Park, FL 32792 239-574-4545 13572-1206 861 Maitland Ave. CHRISTMAS EVE 407-657-6114 407-831-1212 Christmas Confessions 4 p.m. (children and families), 7 CHRISTMAS EVE StMaryMagdalen.org Thursday, Dec. 19: 9:45-11am, and 6-7pm; p.m., midnight 4 p.m , 6 p.m., 8 p.m. (Spanish), CHRISTMAS EVE Friday, Dec. 20: 2-4pm; Saturday, Dec. 21: 9:30-11:30am and 7-8:30pm CHRISTMAS DAY 10 p.m., midnight 4 p.m. (children’s Mass, church), 6 p.m., 8 p.m. (Spanish), 11:15 p.m. 9 a.m., 11:30 a.m. CHRISTMAS DAY Christmas Mass Times (Festival of Carols), midnight 10 a.m., noon Tuesday, December 24, Christmas Eve: CHRISTMAS DAY SOLEMNITY OF MARY, 4pm, (4:15pm Overflow in Parish Hall), 6pm Children’s Mass, (8pm in Spanish) ROCKLEDGE MOTHER OF GOD 10pm Caroling with Choir, and 11pm Midnight Mass 9 a.m., 11 a.m. ■ St. Mary Dec 31 (vigil), 7 p.m. Wednesday, December 25, Christmas Day: 75 Barton Ave. Jan 1, 10 a.m. 7:30am, 9am, 10:30am, and (12pm in Spanish) LONGWOOD 321-636-6834 CHRISTMAS EVE New Year’s Mass Times ■ Nativity 5 p.m., 7 p.m. (Spanish), midnight Solemnity of Mary, Holy Mother of God 3255 N. Ronald Reagan Blvd. CHRISTMAS DAY Tuesday, December 31, New Year’s Eve: 4:00pm 407-322-3961 10 a.m. Wednesday, January 1, New Year’s: 7:30am, 9am, 10:30am, (12pm in Spanish) CHRISTMAS EVE 4 p.m. , 7 p.m. (children’s Mass), 10 p.m. STUART CHRISTMAS DAY 10 a.m. ■ St. Joseph 1200 S.E. 10th St. www.sjcflorida.org MIMS 772-287-2727 CHRISTMAS EVE ■ Holy Spirit 4 p.m., 6 p.m. (children’s choir), Christmas Eve Masses 2309 Holder Road 8 p.m. (Spanish), 10 p.m. (carol 4 p.m. Mass in Church CHRISTMAS EVE service), 10:30 p.m. 4 p.m. Mass in Life Center Hall 4 p.m., 10 p.m. (Shepherd’s Mass) CHRISTMAS DAY 6 p.m. Mass in Church CHRISTMAS DAY 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 10 a.m. p.m. 6 p.m. Children’s Mass in Hall 8 p.m. Contemporary Mass in Church ORLANDO WINTER PARK Midnight Mass in Church Christmas Day Masses ■ St. Andrew ■ St. Margaret Mary 8:45 a.m., 10:30 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. 801 N. Hastings St. 526 N. Park Ave. 407-293-0730; www.stmargaretmary.org CHRISTMAS EVE 407-647 3392 4:30 p.m., 11 p.m. concert, midnight CHRISTMAS EVE (trilingual: English, Spanish and 4 p.m. (contemporary), 6 p.m. 3050 N. Hwy. A1A, Indialantic, 321-773-2783 Creole) (children’s choir), 9 p.m., 11 p.m. CHRISTMAS DAY (choir and orchestra) 10:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m. (Spanish) CHRISTMAS DAY

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MARY, QUEEN OF THE UNIVERSE Mary Immaculate ADVENT SCHEDULE Christmas CHRISTMAS MASSES TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24th Schedule Confessions: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 390 S. Sequoia Dr. CHRISTMAS EVE VIGIL West Palm Beach, FL 33409 Prelude Concert and Carols with Tel. 561-686-8125 Basilica Choir & Orchestra: 5:30 p.m. 113 Lockwood Blvd. Oviedo, FL 32765 Mass for the Nativity of the Lord: 6 p.m. (407) 365- 3231| oviedocatholic.org 21689 Toledo Rd MIDNIGHT MASS Boca Raton, FL 33433 Prelude Concert and Carols with Basilica Choir & Orchestra: 11:30 p.m. IMMACULATE CONCEPTION 561-392-8172 • 561-362-0845 Midnight Mass: 12 a.m. WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25th Dec. 9: 9:15 a.m., 7 p.m. (Bilingual) Christmas EvE CHRISTMAS DAY MASSES 5 p.m., 8 p.m., midnight 7:30 a.m. | *9:30 a.m. | *11:30 a.m. | 6 p.m. *Basilica Choir sings VIRGEN DE GUADALUPE - Dec. 12: 5 a.m. (Spanish)

13583-1206 No confessions on Christmas Day Christmas Day TUESDAY, DECEMBER 31st CHRISTMAS EVE - Dec. 24: 4 p.m., 6 p.m. 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m., NEW YEAR’S EVE MASSES noon, 1:30 p.m. Spanish 8 a.m. | 12:05 p.m. | 6 p.m.-Vigil Mass Confessions: 10 a.m.-5 p.m. CHRISTMAS DAY WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 1st Dec. 25: midnight (church in English) NEw yEar’s EvE Christmas Eve, Dec. 24 NEW YEAR’S DAY MASSES 5 p.m. 4 p.m., Midnight (bilingual English/Spanish) THE SOLEMNITY OF MARY, Midnight (Spanish at UCF Catholic Campus) THE HOLY MOTHER OF GOD Christmas Day, Dec. 25 Masses: 7:30 a.m. | 9:30 a.m. | 11:30 a.m. | 6 p.m. 10 a.m. Christmas Morning in church solEmNity of mary, Confessions: 1-5 p.m. 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. *Basilica creche open throughout the day 13568-1206 mothEr of GoD during Advent in the Universe Day Chapel. 13566-1206 SOLEMNITY OF MARY,MOTHER OF GOD Jan. 1 - Solemnity of 8 a.m, 10 a.m. 8300 VINELAND AVE., ORLANDO FL 32821 13559-1206 Mary, Mother of God Jan. 1: 10 a.m., noon (Spanish) www.stjudeboca.org 407-239-6600 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. MARYQUEENOFTHEUNIVERSE.ORG B7 Florida Catholic Dec. 6-19, 2019 Dec. 6-19, 2019 www.thefloridacatholic.org B8

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