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orlando diocese palm beach diocese Venice diocese Mass of Faithful Community faith Solidarity advocates stand is at the heart for Puerto Rico for life of recovery House passes bill to ban most abortions after 20 weeks

MATT HADRO “Stories of children being born earlier in Catholic News Agency pregnancy, as early as 20 weeks post-fertil- ization, are becoming more common,” he Washington D.C. | The U.S. House wrote. “These procedures after the middle point of pregnancy also pose serious dan- passed a ban on abortions after 20 gers to women – as evidenced by a disturbing weeks of gestation in a largely party- number of news stories about the death or line vote. The measure is a major pro- serious complications of women undergoing such procedures.” life legislative priority, but it is expect- Rep. Randy Hultgren (R-IL) said in a floor ed to fail in the Senate. statement supporting the bill that “The Pain- “The New England Journal of Medicine Capable Unborn Child Protection Act will has documented that premature babies are moderate our extreme position and ensure surviving earlier and earlier, yet our nations we protect the most vulnerable – like Micah laws fail to protect these children,” stated Pickering, a lively five-year-old I met last Maureen Ferguson, senior policy advisor week.” with The Catholic Association. He explained that Micah was born prema- The House passed the Pain-Capable Un- turely, at the age childen would be protected born Child Protection Act late in the after- by the bill: “Micah was able to survive and noon of Oct. 3 by a vote of 237 to 189, largely thrive after spending more than four months along party lines. The chamber also passed in the neonatal intensive care unit. He is now a version of the bill in 2015; but Tuesday’s in kindergarten, and I found out when talking bill, as in 2015, is expected to fail in the Sen- to him that we share a love of Legos.” ate. “The bottom line is this: 20 weeks is half- If it were to be signed into law, the bill way through a pregnancy. It’s too late to end would “not only save between 11,000-18,000 the life of an unborn baby,” Hultgren stated. lives a year, but will serve to educate the pub- “It violates what Americans want, it violates lic on the humanity of the unborn person and science, and it violates our country’s most en- affirm the science of fetal pain early in devel- during values.” opment,” said Jeanne Mancini, president of The White House has promised to sign the the March for Life.” bill if it passes both chambers, in line with a It bans most abortions past 20 weeks, ex- promise that President Donald Trump made cept in cases of rape, incest, or when the life on the campaign trail to sign certain pro-life of the mother is at stake. Pro-life leaders have bills if they were sent to his desk. pointed to studies which say that unborn ba- (R-Ariz.), who introduced the bill, said on the “We hold that every child, from conception “The bill, if enacted into law, would help bies can feel pain by 20 weeks post-fertiliza- House Floor Monday evening. “It is the worst onward, deserves love and the protection of to facilitate the culture of life to which our tion, and that a small number can actually human rights atrocity in the history of the the law. We believe that no person or govern- Nation aspires,” the White House stated on survive with the proper medical care, if born United States of America.” ment has the right to take the life of an inno- Tuesday. “The United States is currently out at that stage of the pregnancy. Cardinal Timothy Dolan of New York, cent human being – and we hold that the real of the mainstream in the family of nations, “The fact is that more than 18,000 late- chair of the Pro-Life Committee of the United problems that lead women to consider abor- in which only 7 out of 198 nations allow elec- term, pain capable unborn babies were tor- States Conference of Catholic Bishops, asked tion should be addressed with solutions that tive abortions after 20 weeks of pregnancy.” turously killed without anesthesia in Amer- House members to support the bill in a Sept. support both mother and child,” Cardinal Among those seven countries are China and ica in just the last year,” Rep. Trent Franks 29 letter. Dolan wrote. North Korea. n

Las Vegas Festival $2 million prays to heal guide... in hurricane following and so relief donated mass much to Florida shooting more dioceses www.thefloridacatholic.org | Oct. 6-19, 2017 FLORIDACatholic ORLANDO DIOCESE Mass of Solidarity for Puerto Rico Donations were collected by Catholic Charities as family members pray for loved ones on the island

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ORLANDO | Tears began to flow for Delbert Rodriguez and Sonia Mendez, parishioners at St. Charles Borromeo in Orlando as they spoke of their family still in Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria, a devastating Category 4 storm that struck the island Sept. 20. Rodriguez had only just spoken to his daughter — more than a week after Maria left its mark. “Thankfully, she is well,” he said trying to contain his sobs. “We can’t go right now, but we are trying to help them from here. We are strengthened in the faith.” Rodriguez and Mendez were among the hundreds of people who flocked to the Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe in Orlando Sept. 30 for a Mass of Solidarity to pray for those affected by the hurricane. In a moving display of patriotism and solidarity, those gathered sang La Borinqueña — the island’s anthem — to the sound of Puerto Rico’s traditional instrument, the cuatro. Flags waved as the delegation of priests and deacons processed to join their flock in their hour of need. Teresa Salamanca came with her family from Holy Spirit Parish in Lake Wales and is originally from Ponce. She was touched by Bishop John Noonan’s response to Puerto Rico’s People pray at the Mass of Solidarity Sept. 30 for those affected by Hurricane Maria. (GLENDA MEEKINS | FC) crisis with the Mass of Solidarity. “The love he has for his people shows me that he is united in solidarity with those who are suffering. It says a lot about him.” Salamanca’s seven siblings and more than 20 nieces and nephews are still in Puerto Rico. Although it was almost a week before she heard from anyone, she said, “We did not despair because we have faith. I know that God will pro- tect them.” When one of her sisters finally got through, she broke down crying and told her that damage throughout Puerto Rico had been catastrophic and it appeared as if fire had burned everything. Those who attended the Mass came with donations of food, water and personal hygiene items for Catholic Chari- ties of Central Florida. The residents of Puerto Rico con- tinue to struggle without power and basic necessities such as food and water. Salamanca’s sister reported to her: “Tonight we get hot dogs and tomorrow corned beef, then Spam. The only prob- lem is that we only prepared for one week.” Grocery stores People across Central Florida leave donations of food have not been replenished as there is no electricity to light and personal hygiene articles for the residents of Puerto the stores. The National Guard has come in to protect the Rico, who continue to struggle without power and community and everyone is being extremely careful and basic necessities following Hurricane Maria. (GLENDA cautious. MEEKINS | FC) “They live day to day,” Salamanca said. “Their cash is running out. People are getting to a moment of despera- ing in our hope and our faith. Our ‘Island of Enchantment’ tion.” is not abandoned. Father David Vargas, pastor of Holy Spirit Parish in Lake “Puerto Rico will again stand with the glory and grace of Wales, is a native of Aguada in Puerto Rico. He said al- Our Lord,” he continued. “The coqui will not stop singing; though common sorrow bound those gathered, a resound- the jibaro will not stop taking up his machete to go work in People in Puerto Rico wait in line for gasoline.The island ing chord of hope was felt throughout the community. the field; the compadre and comadre will not stop laugh- was devastated Sept. 20 by Category 4 Hurricane Maria, “This is not God’s last word. He continues to speak to us,” ing and smiling, because God has blessed our ‘Island of the strongest hurricane in more than 80 years. Many lost Father Vargas said. “The hurricane passed through Puerto Enchantment’ and Puerto Rico, as the precious island that everything and are struggling to access the everyday Rico, but also through our hearts. But we are here celebrat- it is, will rise.” n needs. (COURTESY) Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY A2 Advocates fearlessly choose life GLENDA MEEKINS know what her life was going to Morning Star School in Orlando. of the Florida Catholic staff bring. But I had this little baby in The reality that Caitlin needed my arms so I just loved her and to be independent and her future ORLANDO | October is Respect brought her up the way I would secured confronted her. Around Life Month and in keeping with any other child. I realized that God that time, Connie lost both of her God’s message to the Israelites, made every single one of us, and parents within three weeks of one the U.S. Conference of Catholic he made us all different with many another. Although the event was Bishops chose the theme “Be not different talents and he smiled excruciating for the family, once afraid” to encourage Christians to when he made us.” things settled, Connie realized defend life fearlessly, understand- That reality gave her peace she could afford for Caitlin to live ing that this is often a difficult task. and strength for the days that lay at Bishop Grady Villas in St. Cloud, The scenarios are all too fa- ahead. Although Caitlin went a residence for those with disabili- miliar: A young girl finds herself through years of physical, speech ties. pregnant; an elderly person faces and occupational therapy, Connie Eleven years later, Caitlin works a long and painful illness; a man said, “It wasn’t a chore. It was love at Bahama Breeze rolling silver- counts down the last hours before and fun and we met so many won- ware and helping in whatever way the state inflicts the death penalty. derful people. That is a part of my she can. She loves her indepen- While society sends the message life I would have never known if it dence, coaching track and field that people are disposable when wasn’t for Caitlin.” And she would for her Bishop Grady team, and life becomes inconvenient, it can do it all over again. In fact, she even visiting her family. Recently, on a be difficult to remember that God considered adopting another child visit home, Connie said Caitlin was is with each individual, walking with Down syndrome. “I think posing in the mirror. “I heard her with them in their hour of need. In they are all beautiful,” she added say, ‘I’m just a cutie patootie.’ She a reflection offered by the USCCB, joyfully. just has this high self-esteem and the bishops said, “Reflecting on the “It opened up many doors in I love that about her,” said Connie. healed wounds of the risen Christ, my life that I would have other- “I wouldn’t change a thing about we see that even our most difficult wise never faced. She’s been such a Caitlin. I think she’s just perfect the trials can be the place where God blessing and I’ve learned so much way she is.” manifests his victory.” from her,” Connie continued. “One Connie’s experience is a re- Connie is a witness to that victo- thing that she is very good at, that minder that all life is precious. The ry and the joy that it brings. As she I strive for, is that she totally lives Catholic Church teaches that God awaited her second daughter, she in the moment. I think that’s really is found in suffering as he himself was excited. She was 31 and had important in life, where you can experienced great pain and many no reason to expect anything other just enjoy who you’re with without challenges. As the bishops state, than a healthy child. Then, Caitlin being distracted. She loves who she “The very wounds (of Christ) that When Caitlin, left, was born with Down syndrome, her mother was born with Down syndrome. is and I really love that about her.” bear witness to his suffering indi- Connie, right, feared the unknown. Now, at age 32, Caitlin lives at “My greatest fear was the un- The fears however resurfaced cate the essence of our identity and Bishop Grady Villas and loves her job at Bahama Breeze. (COURTESY) known,” said Connie. “I just didn’t as Caitlin neared graduation from worth: We are loved by God.” n Pinwheels for peace ‘Share the Journey’ by loving your neighbor STAFF REPORT affect personal feelings and opin- ions as well as public policy. It is ORLANDO | A family of four a call to prayer, to reflection and from Syria arrived in Central to action. Florida during the last week of The campaign asks the faith- September. As refugees, they ful throughout the U.S. to show have left everything familiar be- their compassion and to “Share READ MORE — See a hind to begin a new life in Orlan- story on Pope Francis launch- the Journey” with the millions of do. In the midst of an overwhelm- ing the Share the Journey people across the globe who are ing and emotional time, the fam- campaign, Page A13. fleeing poverty, oppression, war ily has been welcomed with joy and disaster. Just as Jesus jour- and helped on every step on their neyed to share the Gospel of love journey. served by Catholic Charities each and sacrificed for others, Catho- Days prior to their arrival, year. lics in the U.S. are being called Catholic Charities of Central Just as Catholic Charities of to share the physical and emo- Florida and a team of volunteers Central Florida shares the jour- tional journey with migrants and worked to set up furniture, stock ney with refugees arriving in refugees by extending the hand of Students from St. Joseph Catholic School in Palm Bay are among millions the kitchen and bathroom with Central Florida, Pope Francis dignity, love and support. worldwide who expressed their feelings about peace by participating in essential supplies, and make calls on the global Church to do In the U.S., the launch of the Pinwheels for Peace. Faculty and students prayed, sang and planted their beds, complete with teddy bears the same. On Sept. 27 Pope Fran- campaign is followed by a Week creations in recognition of the International Day of “Whirled” Peace on Sept 22. (PHOTOS BY PAM STIMPSON | COURTESY) and coloring books for the young cis launched “Share the Journey,” of Prayer and Action (Oct. 7-13), children. In the days, weeks and a global campaign in support of when parishes, schools, univer- months ahead, Catholic Chari- migrants and refugees. Spon- sities and other institutions and ties Refugee Resettlement team sored internationally by Caritas individuals across the country will walk with the family, provid- Internationalis and in the U.S. will join in prayer, education and ing cultural orientation, English by the U.S. Conference of Catho- sharing of information about literacy classes, job training, and lic Bishops, Catholic Charities migrants and refugees to sup- other needed case management. USA and Catholic Relief Services, port them locally and around the Parishioners from local parishes the campaign aims to engage world. Visit www.sharejourney. will volunteer as tutors and help the Church and others who care org for more information on the the family celebrate their first about migrants and refugees campaign or www.cflcc.org for American holidays. This loving around the world and in the Unit- information on how to help refu- welcome is repeated for each of ed States. Through education and gees locally with Catholic Chari- the 55 to 60 new refugee families advocacy, the campaign seeks to ties of Central Florida. n A YOUR OR NDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Oct. 6-19, 2017

ave no anxiety at all, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, make your requests known to God. Then the peace of God that surpasses all understanding will guard your ‘H hearts and minds in Christ Jesus’ — Phil 4:6-7 FLORIDA Catholic As members of this family of God, we DIOCESEOFOR NDO Vol. 78, No. 23 have responsibility toward each other 50 East Robinson St. My Sisters and Brothers in Christ: person becomes obscured and we perfection as his family joined sibility toward each other to find P.O. Box 1800 risk losing our identity as children together in this celebration of life. things worthy of praise and to re- Orlando, FL 32802-1800 407-246-4800 Fax 407-246-4942 Trust in the Lord. St. Paul is tell- of God. As we recently experienced We saw the gift of each one and the joice with each other in them. We ing the Philippians what we need the effects of hurricanes and earth- grace our gathering. are called to care for each other. PUBLISHER to hear. Trust in God. This month quakes, we also turned our pro- You will read in this issue of When we celebrated Mass on Sept. Bishop John Noonan of October is known as Respect Life found attention to this relationship the Florida Catholic a story about 30 in solidarity with our sisters Month. Respect Life Sunday is ob- with family. Through our relation- Caitlin, a resident of Bishop Grady and brothers in Puerto Rico and DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS served every year on the ship with God, we sought Villas, a place where adults with other islands who were affected Jennifer Drow [email protected] first Sunday in October to keep our family safe, disabilities are able to thrive and by Hurricane Maria, we brought and this year’s theme is those who live with us and achieve their dreams. I meet Cait- forth Real Presence from the al- WRITER/PHOTOGRAPHER “Be Not Afraid.” Just as St. those who live afar. Our lin each year at the Harvest Ball, tar to the people, and with prayer Glenda Meekins Paul spoke to the Philippi- neighbors, with whom we an annual celebration of thanks- and nonperishable items, as- [email protected] ans and us, “Have no anxi- may have never spoken, giving. I have spoken to her moth- sisted in bringing them his peace. 407-246-4808 ety at all.” Be not afraid. became important as we er. Caitlin, as the story tells, is a When our children are born to us To submit a request for news coverage The Catechism of the shared stories, food, labor beautiful young lady with plenty and have special needs, we bring in the Diocese of Orlando, email news@ Catholic Church says, to bring forth God’s light of personality and a true heart of Christ to each one by offering orlandodiocese.org. Bishop “Human life is sacred be- John upon the earth. compassion. 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Please change your address online at www. with God our Creator and we learn itself introduces fraternity into the join together in praise and thanks- the gift of life. When she was faced thefl oridacatholic.org or call Tammy at about the gift of family because of world!” giving because of the gift of each with anxiety, she was not afraid 1-888-275-9953. this relationship. Last month, I had the honor to one. We cannot be whole without and said “Yes” to God’s call. Her fiat During this Respect Life Month, be one of the cooks at a barbecue each one of us, on this earth, within is our example of God’s extraordi- • ADVERTISING: Contact Valerie Casko at the topic of family is even more at Morning Star School, a diocesan our family of God. nary love for us and how we are to 407-373-0075 or significant. In the family, life is special-education facility. 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Sept. 25 for all the students of Morn- who are most vulnerable, those as every other person. To me, the to sit and spend time with them and ing Star School, a special-education who society would say are more cookout represents respect for hu- to serve them.”

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Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR OR NDO COMMUNITY A Phone app o ers faith on the go GLENDA MEEKINS ‘(The app) helps foster of the Florida Catholic staff community at our parish, ORLANDO | Technology and and is an effi cient and faith joined hands to create an application for iPhone and An- effective communication droid phones called myParish. tool. It contains a The app enables parishioners to connect with their parish on the wealth of information, go, build stronger Catholic com- from today’s readings, munities and more easily engage in evangelization and ministry. an examination of On Sept. 30, parishes through- out the Diocese of Orlando par- conscience, a guide to ticipated in “Download Sunday,” confession, prayers and helping their communities stay connected. inspiration materials.’ With technology moving at a rapid rate and the demands of — Father John McCracken everyday life pressing in, it has become increasingly difficult rational messages, and Faith Fit to foster faith and stay linked to Radio with podcasts from local Church communities. This year, Catholic leaders. Bishop Noonan in order to reach more Catho- will also send messages through lics with a message of hope and the app to connect with his flock. trust, the Diocese of Orlando is St. Vincent de Paul parishio- offering each of its parishes and ners Connie and Steve Accurso missions the ability to download agreed that their favorite feature myParish app free of charge. To is the “Push Messages.” “The Parishioners around the diocese are using myParish app to listen to homilies, check Mass times, receive date, almost half of the parishes messages help keep everyone event notices and much more. Over 40 parishes use the app to help parishioners stay connected to their are already actively using the ap- informed of special events oc- community. (GLENDA MEEKINS | FC) plication. curring as well as notification of Created by Diocesan and last-minute changes. 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Students and faculty will help Riley improve his so- Melbourne Central Catholic High School welcomes Riley, a guide cialization skills so that he may dog in training. Sponsored by the school’s National Honor Society, be ready for his six-month formal students will help Riley prepare to serve as a working guide dog. training at SEGDI next year. (COURTESY) “The support for Riley on cam- pus is overwhelming,” Kaeler the U.S. Kids World Champion- School students started a letter- said. “Especially if they are feel- ship at Pinehurst in August of writing campaign to show grati- ing stressed or down, the stu- 2018. tude to first responders from dents say that simply seeing Riley Despite all his accolades, Ja- across the country who traveled makes them feel better. It’s great cob’s father, Scott, said his son to Florida to help. English teacher socializing for Riley and an op- “handles almost everything with Amanda Gaspary jumpstarted portunity for students to say hello humility.” He added that Jacob’s the project, which quickly gar- A first-grader at Holy Family Catholic School in Orlando, Jacob is and give him a pat on the head. kindergarten teacher said Jacob nered student support. currently ranked 11th for the 6 and under age group for the U.S. Some teachers are using Riley as was always ready to help other Dozens of cards were deliv- Kids Golf tour in the state of Florida. (COURTESY) an incentive for students to do students and bring them into ered to Tampa Electric linemen well in their classes by rewarding the group. “We have recently just by Thad Lopez, a Santa Fe parent them with a visit from Riley.” started praying before his tourna- who works for the company. “The Riley is learning how to interact ments on the golf course,” Scott activity corresponds to the Catho- with students, staff and guests, said. “I am at church with him lic values of gratitude, service and and how to greet people politely every Friday morning and he has care and compassion,” Gaspary and wait patiently during conver- his lucky (guardian) angel in his said. sations. After his SEGDI training, pocket every time he goes to play “The students were thankful he will be able to serve as a work- a tournament on the golf course. for the efforts which returned ing guide dog for someone who He is a very humble boy with power to their homes, and al- is visually impaired, or as a ser- quite a bit of golf talent. He does lowed us to return to school and vice dog for a veteran living with not even realize how good he is. get back to a little bit of normalcy. post-traumatic stress syndrome. He just loves being out and play- Hopefully the students’ words of The honor society will be hosting ing with his friends. He is the boy thanks brought a little peace to four car washes this year to con- in the class that other kids like to their days.” tinue raising funds for SEGDI and be around because he will help for Riley’s care. They will present anyone and play with anyone.” SEGDI with a check later this fall. His friends at Holy Family think SEMINOLE COUNTY of him as just a normal classmate, but Holy Family principal Filip- San Pedro building Bishop John Noonan blesses two buildings at San Pedro Spiritual ORANGE COUNTY pini Sister Dorothy Sayers has Development Center in Winter Park which, after months of another view. “I like to think all of rededicated renovations, offer spaces that are more inviting, functional and Holy in one our students are special in their Bishop John Noonan visited the energy efficient. (LINDA CALDWELL | COURTESY) Jacob is a 6-year-old golfer who own way, but there’s no denying San Pedro Spiritual Development possesses astounding numbers Jacob has come out swinging!” Center in Winter Park Sept. 18 to furbish and expand the center. facelift with similar modifica- outlining his accomplishments. rededicate the newly renovated Buildings were completely reno- tions, and up-to-date lighting A first-grader at Holy Family St. Thomas Aquinas Conference vated with new windows, roof, and energy-efficient heating and Catholic School in Orlando, Ja- POLK COUNTY Center and St. Joseph the Worker insulation, textured ceiling, LED appliances. cob is currently ranked 11th in building. St. Thomas Aquinas ac- lighting, gas fireplace and chim- New furniture, drapes, paint the 6 and under age group for the God’s light commodates space for 25 people, ney, as well as tile flooring. and updated bathrooms give the U.S. Kids Golf tour in Florida. Re- while St. Joseph the Worker has 10 The bathrooms and kitchen rooms a more modern and open cently, Jacob finished third in the shines despite private guest rooms for those par- areas were also redone. A new appeal. Future improvements Orlando U.S. Kids Summer Tour ticipating in retreats and confer- screen enclosure revived the pa- will include a new cemetery on and earned first place in the Jack- no electricity ences throughout the year. tio area with improved outdoor the campus and a new retreat sonville U.S. Kids Summer Tour, In the days after Hurricane The renovation, which began seating. center. n which guarantees him a spot in Irma, Santa Fe Catholic High in May, is part of an effort to re- Guest rooms also received a Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY A6 Charismatic conference offers renewal of heart, mind, spirit LAURA DODSON Florida Catholic correspondent

MELBOURNE | “Our coun- try, our state, our world are going through a hard time, so we re- ally need to be on our knees this weekend,” said Vince Maldona- do, administrator of the Orlando Catholic Charismatic Renewal, at the opening of the annual con- ference Sept. 22-24 at the Caribe Royale Hotel in Orlando. “Be open to what God has for you. There’s no limit to what God can do.” With the theme, “Be Holy Be- cause I Am Holy,” from 1 Peter 1:16, the conference attracted more than 600 participants from as far away as San Diego, Nebras- ka, New York, and Beijing who gathered to pray with Scripture, Sacrament and song. “He is with us in the storm, like a mighty champion,” said Valli Leone, master of ceremonies, who evacuated from her Key Largo home and prayed the rosary with her children and grandchildren during Hurricane Irma. Despite losing the entire first floor of her home, Leone was joy-filled. “Some of you may feel you are coming after the storm and are in need of a word of hope,” she More than 600 participants gather at the annual Orlando Charismatic Renewal Conference Sept. 22-24 to pray with Scripture, Sacrament, said. “This is a renewal in heart and song. The conference places special emphasis on the importance of prayer, the empowering of the Holy Spirit, and the use of the and mind and spirit. If we lis- charisms of the Holy Spirit for the benefit of the Church, the body of Christ. (KAREN SHELTON | FC) ten for his voice, he does speak to us. He speaks to his people are the men and women he has Deacon Burke-Sivers asked the teenagers. “We love to learn more ‘It’s time for us to turn and through his people. Let us chosen for this hour. Pray, ‘Jesus, audience to consider what the Go- about the Holy Spirit and we live be still and listen for the voice of make a miracle of my life.’” liaths in their lives are and named our life by it,” Renden shared. “We the world upside down. the Lord.” Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers, some of the major issues — sub- teach our kids everything about God put us in the world Keynote speaker Father Bill known as the “Dynamic Deacon,” stance abuse, pornography, anger. our faith.” Halbing has been active in the speaks regularly on national and “You can defeat the Goliath The Barrettos are parishioners at this time. It’s our time Charismatic Renewal since 1975, international radio. He too is a in your life with the weapons of at Incarnation Parish in Orlando to be alive and to make was ordained in 1982 and is a Scripture scholar, an author and God,” he said. “As David used a and brought their three children, Scripture scholar and internation- acclaimed expert in marriage and slingshot, pray the rosary. Start ages 15, 9 and 5. “There is so much a difference.’ al speaker who shares his gifts on- family life as well as male spiritu- every day praying in the Spirit. energy here,” Anita said. “It’s up- line at “God’s Word Alive Today.” ality. Put on the armor of God that you lifting and the kids love it. This is Father Bill Halbing “It’s time for us to turn the world “God looks at us as image and may stand against the wiles of the a family thing for us. It’s rejuvena- upside down,” Father Halbing likeness, and the Holy Spirit calls devil. Go out filled with the Holy tion every year.” said. “God put us in the world at us to see God in others,” he said. Spirit and share our faith in love.” “I feel inspired to tell other think our faith is real serious, that this time. It’s our time to be alive “The Spirit has fallen upon us and Renden and Anita Barretto young people and bring them to they can’t enjoy our faith and they and to make a difference.” we need to step up to do God’s met at a Charismatic conference a Charismatic conference,” said lose faith. Here they would see it’s The Charismatic Renewal in work.” in India in 1994 when they were 15-year-old Cherub. “A lot of kids a balance.” n the United States began with a group of college students from WWW.THEFLORIDACATHOLIC.ORG Duquesne University in Pitts- GREGORY SCHWENDEMAN burgh on a weekend retreat in Catholic ATTORNEY FloridaYour Faith. Your LiFe. Your CommunitY. 1967 when the Holy Spirit ex- Elder Law • Estate Planning • Probate • VA Planning ploded into their lives. The fruits Medicaid Planning • Guardianship • Litigation of that weekend spread through- Sign-up for our out the country and in 1970, the 1696 West Hibiscus Blvd. Ste. A | Melbourne, FL 32901 Diocese of Orlando offered its first EXCLUSIVE Tel: 321-345-5945 Fax: 321-345-5417 11461-1006 conference. [email protected] | www.AmyBVanFossen.com “We grew up not knowing the online newsletter power of the Holy Spirit, but when you have the Holy Spirit, you meet the God of mercy,” Father Halbing continued. “Mercy is the www.thefloridacatholic.org/newsletter only place to encounter God. You

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Monday-Friday, 9 for ’77” reunion. Enjoy seeing events, please visit www. Charities of Central Florida, and bishopgradyvillas.org. a.m.-noon. Martha.Murphy@cflcc. old friends and reconnecting. orlandodiocese.org/our- its ministry to homeless men, Red Mass: Friday, Nov. 3, org; 863-299-7983, ext. 103. To register, make a donation, diocese/events-calendar/ women and veterans recovering 12:10 p.m., St. James Cathedral, • Refugee resettlement mentors information: www.bishopmoore77. and click “Suggest Event.” from a serious illness or injury. 215 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. All in Orlando to “adopt-a-family” com. Submissions should be Enjoy soups, wine, appetizers are invited to pray for members to help introduce newly arrived received 4-6 weeks prior to and desserts provided by local Bishop Moore Catholic High of the judiciary including judges, refugees to American culture the date of the event. Not all restaurants and chefs, silent and School’s Legacy Gala: Saturday, attorneys and all members of and help them learn and practice submissions will be printed live auctions, and more. Tickets: Nov. 4, Rosen Shingle Creek, the legal profession. Catholics English. due to space limitations and $100. 407-831-1212, www. 9939 Universal Blvd., Orlando. reaffirm their commitment to • Furniture pickups and other considerations. soupbowlsupper.org. Celebrates legacy of the school’s justice and their faith. 407-422- apartment setups in Orlando: mission while honoring individuals Harvest Ball of Bishop 2005. Free parking available at Volunteers help staff pick up for service and philanthropy to the “Catholics Returning Home”: Grady Villas: Saturday, Oct. the northwest corner of Orange furniture and set up apartments community. Honorees are: Larry St. Vincent de Paul Parish, 5323 21, 6-11 p.m., Rosen Shingle Avenue and Robinson Street. for refugees before they arrive. Kelly, Katie Walsh, Joe Bert, and E. County Road 462, Wildwood. Creek, 9939 Universal Blvd., Please arrive early. Must be 18 or older and able to lift Bill Orosz. For sponsorship, tickets Informal sessions offered furniture. and more information: Jenny for non-practicing Catholics • Volunteer medical Vasquez, vasquezj@bishopmoore. who are seeking answers to a nonprofit offering free services Notre Dame Mission professionals such as MDs, PAs, org, 407-293-7561. questions about returning to to women and families faced Volunteer/AmeriCorps Program RNs, OBGYNs, EKG technicians, the faith. Deacon Dan Pallo, with challenges during or after based at Hope CommUnity endocrinologists, orthopedic [email protected], 352- pregnancy. Tickets, sponsorship: Center, Apopka, is still recruiting surgeons, certified health MASSES/PRAYER 391-9338. Prolove.org/events; Kelly Locke, additional volunteers for the educators, general and nurse [email protected], 321-945-0523. Notre Dame AmeriCorps team. “Passion and Purpose for practitioners needed at each clinic. Opportunities are open to serve SESSIONS Marriage”: Saturday, Oct. 7, Florida Faith Symposium: [email protected], Lazarus in a low-income community of 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Holy Family Tuesday, Nov. 7-Wednesday, Free Medical Clinic in Wildwood; Interpreted Mass for the immigrants, people of color and Parish, 5125 S. Apopka Vineland Nov. 8, Rosen Centre Hotel, 9840 [email protected], St. Luke’s deaf: Sundays, 11 a.m. Mass, working poor. Volunteers gain job Road, Orlando. Speaker Dr. Allen International Drive, Orlando. Free Medical and Dental Clinic in Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 1014 skills, earn a stipend of $12,530, Hunt will help couples discover More than 500 faith and state Eustis; [email protected], St. N. Halifax Ave., Daytona Beach. an education award of $5,775, key ingredients to a healthy and government leaders participate Thomas Free Medical Clinic in St. An American Sign Language health insurance for themselves, happy marriage. Tickets: $25. in workshops that provide Cloud. interpreter will be provided to and if needed and qualified, a dynamiccatholic.com, 859-980- information and insight into Life Choices Women’s sign. Meet in the café, 10:15 a.m., child care subsidy. Service sites 7900. programs related to child welfare, Center, a Catholic pro-life for a “deaf coffee chat” with juvenile justice, and family in Apopka and Orlando include “Discovering Mary, pregnancy resource center, 600 pastries. 386-255-0433. recovery and resilience. Early-bird teacher assistants and tutors, Discovering Ourselves”: E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte registration before Oct. 16: $125. serving survivors of domestic Saturday, Oct. 7, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 Springs, is in need of volunteer www.faithsymposium.com/. violence, working at a credit union, lay counselors (training provided), RETREATS/DAYS p.m., All Souls Parish hall, 800 S. working with first-generation Oak Ave., Sanford. Learn more Arts and crafts bazaar with nurses to perform ultrasounds a cause: Friday, Nov. 17-Saturday, college students, being an educator (training provided), administrative OF REFLECTION about the Blessed Mother and her around farmworker rights, helping fiat or “yes” during a day filled Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sunday, assistance, handymen, help with Nov. 19, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., St. Stephen immigrants to become citizens, light cleaning, and receptionists. San Pedro Center retreats: with stories, song, learning, prayer providing resident services in low- Various dates, 2400 Dike and sharing. Cost: $15. Susann Parish gymnasium, 575 Tuskawilla Also accepting donations of baby Road, Winter Springs. Handmade income neighborhoods and serving items, especially diapers and wipes. Road, Winter Park. For more Engel, 407-702-7003, sle529@msn. in other social justice-related information or to register: www. com. holiday and beach decor, Advent Drop off during office hours. 321- wreaths and calendars, garden positions. Bilingual Spanish/English 422-4168. sanpedrocenter.org/retreats- Oktoberfest: Thursday, Oct. plants, and gifts. No commercial helpful but not necessary. Service programs, 407-671-6322. 12-Sunday, Oct. 15, Prince of Peace vendors. Supports the parish’s term began September 2017 and • “Eucharist as Thanksgiving” Parish, 600 S. Nova Road, Ormond holiday outreach which serves the runs through July 2018. Requires senior day: Thursday, Oct. 12, 9 Beach. More than 20 rides and 15 SECULAR local communities. 35-40 hours a week. Accepting a.m.-1 p.m. Led by Franciscan games, plus food and beverage applications now. Laura Firtel, COMMUNITIES Father Vianney Cunningham. outlets and entertainment 407-484-7736, [email protected]; Bishop John Noonan has declared a in the “Munich Room” tent Hope CommUnity Center, 407-880- Lay Carmelites, first Saturdays, Year of the Eucharist in celebration with different band each day. ANNOUNCEMENTS 4673, ext. 231; www.ndmva.org, 9 a.m.-noon, Annunciation of the diocese’s 50th jubilee with Parking: $3-$6. 386-672-5272, Catholic Charities mission click on service sites, National Direct Parish, 1020 Montgomery Road, the theme, “Stay With Us Lord.” popoctoberfest.com. and then Apopka. Altamonte Springs. Lay Carmelite Cost: $15. market (formerly food pantry) Fatima morning of prayer needs donations. Please consider Catholic Charities of Central order of the Blessed Virgin Mary is • “The Franciscan Way of Life”: and reflection: Saturday, Oct. donating personal care items such Florida seeks volunteers for the an association of mainly laypersons Friday, Oct. 27, 4 p.m.-Sunday, 14, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. Joseph and as: toothbrushes, toothpaste, following programs. Visit www. who commit themselves “to live Oct. 29, 1 p.m. Learn how to carry St. Maximillian Kolbe parishes, mouthwash, floss, hand soap, cflcc.org /volunteer or contact in the following of Jesus Christ” out the charism and witness of 1501 N. Alafaya Trail, Orlando. body wash, shampoo/conditioner, [email protected] or 407- according to the charism, traditions the Franciscans in your own daily Honors 100th anniversary of the deodorant, feminine care products, 658-1818, ext. 1026. and spirit of Carmelite order. Terri journey. Cost varies. apparition of the Blessed Mother toilet paper, diapers and baby • Refugee Youth Services West, [email protected], • San Pedro book club: at Fatima, Portugal. Stations of wipes. Mission Market, 1771 N. Program seeks adults to serve 407-925-6274, http://www.lcarmacc. Saturday, Oct. 28, 9:30-11:30 a.m., the Cross, followed by rosary, Semoran Blvd., Orlando. Donations as mentors. Mentors are caring com. St. Augustine Building 100. Led procession of Virgin Mary into accepted Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.- friends and positive role models, by Father Blase Romano. Free. Mass and Eucharistic Adoration 4:30 p.m. 407-658-1818, ext. 2335. and help youths with learning Donations are welcome. until 3 p.m. in the chapel. English, understanding homework SUPPORT • Franciscan hermitage retreat: Basilica Concert Series 2017- assignments, and making sense MINISTRIES/ Thursday, Nov. 2, 7 p.m.-Sunday, 18: Basilica of the National Shrine VOLUNTEERS of a new culture. Must be at least Nov. 5, noon. Silent retreat guided of Mary, Queen of the Universe, 18, participate in training, have PEER GROUPS by Franciscan Father Vianney 8300 Vineland Ave., Orlando. NEEDED background check and commit to Cunningham, and Jeanne and Tony Season tickets: $75 by Oct. 6. at least three hours per week. Be Sunshine Seniors, third Walter of the Secular Franciscan maryqueenoftheuniverse.org, 407- St. Vincent de Paul a mentor and change a life. Jacob. Thursdays, noon (except in the Order. Limited to eight retreatants 239-6600. Orlando provides volunteer [email protected], 410-218-4041. summer), Blessed Trinity Parish, opportunities through its stores and fills up quickly. • Ave Maria: A Celebration of • Hospitality volunteers are 4545 Anderson Road, Orlando. and food pantries for students Our Lady, Oct. 22, 3 p.m. needed to staff front desk of the Enjoy a potluck lunch, outings and needing volunteer hours. Apply at • Christmas with the Basilica food pantry in Orlando. Volunteers faith. Turner Flynn, 407-277-1702. svdporlando.org. COMMUNITY Choir, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m. are needed three-four hours each Separated and divorced: Sign language volunteers: • From Sea to Shining Sea, Feb. week to greet guests, gather food • Mondays, 7:30 p.m., Holy EVENTS Parishes throughout the diocese 18, 2018, 3 p.m. bags, organize the reception area Redeemer Parish, 1603 N. Thacker, need volunteer American Sign and restock the front counter. Kissimmee. Sylvester, 407-406-0707. 50th founding celebration • Come to Us Creative Spirit: A Language interpreters to help deaf • Pantry needs individuals of Holy Spirit Parish: Fridays, Celebration of Pentecost, May 20, or hearing-impaired individuals • Catholic Divorce Survival or groups (maximum of five) to through Tuesday, July 31, 2018, 2018, 3 p.m. fully participate in the celebration Guide, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., sort and stock food donations. 4 p.m., 2309 Holder Road, Mims. “Lighting Lives” annual JMJ of Mass each week. Position Cost: $30, scholarships available; Volunteer shifts are Monday-Friday, Original founders and their gala: Saturday, Oct. 28, 5:30-9:30 requires yearlong commitment to first Fridays, Mass and dinner, 9 a.m.-noon, and 1-4:30 p.m. children are urged to contact the p.m., Hilton Altamonte Springs, serving one Saturday or Sunday social; St. Margaret Mary Parish, parish office, 321-269-2282, to be 350 Northlake Blvd., Altamonte Mass per week, and a diocesan • Emergency Family Services 526 Park Ave. N., Winter Park. Lori included in events, even if they Springs. Annual fundraising background screening. Must be 18 clerical/administrative volunteers in Reinneck, lori@stmargaretmary. may have left the area. event for JMJ Pregnancy Center, and older. www.cflcc.org/volunteer. Orlando to assist with data entry, org, 407-645-0284. Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY A8

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Semoran Blvd., Orlando, FL 32807 • Call 888-658-2828 for more informa on or visit www.c cc.org/annual-collec on 11508-1006 www.thefloridacatholic.org | Oct. 6-19, 2017 FLORIDACatholic PALM BEACH DIOCESE Faithful advocates stand for life LINDA REEVES of the Florida Catholic staff Deacon Lester Loh of St. DELRAY BEACH | October is Jude Parish in Tequesta the month of the rosary and also holds a sign Respect Life Month, the time of high in the air year when the Church and its faith proclaiming communities reaffirm their stand God's pro- for life with respect life liturgies, life message. resource materials and informa- Deacon Loh tion, and pro-life events. gathered with The U.S. Conference of Catho- others Oct. lic Bishops has resources such 1, Respect as homilies and prayer sugges- Life Sunday, tions for the month. According near busy to Don Kazimir, director of Re- North Military spect Life Ministry of Catholic Trail and the Charities of the Diocese of Palm Cathedral of Beach, “Prayer is our most effec- St. Ignatius tive weapon.” The former U.S. Loyola to pray Navy man has been on the pro-life and display battlefields for the past 22 years, signs with pro- fighting to save lives. life messages. The month began with a power- (PHOTOS BY LINDA ful pro-life witness during Respect REEVES | FC) Life Sunday, Oct. 1, a day set aside by the Church to pray for protection of life from conception to natural death and for the end of abortion. As part of the day, parish groups Shaded seating is provided for zimir said early registration and and individuals gathered in faith those unable to walk, but who the conference room rate deadline during Masses and then in prayer want to participate with prayer. was extended to Oct. 9 due to Hur- chains, reciting the rosary at public People are also encouraged to ricane Irma. sites and in front of churches. Some bring lawn chairs because the “The hotel is in good shape,” held signs with pro-life messages seating provided on the parish Kaimir reported. “We’re looking like “Abortion hurts women” and grounds is limited. Water is sup- forward to an inspiring confer- “Jesus forgives and heals.” plied and the event will close with ence.” The next big events here in- pizza and cash awards to the indi- The event is designed to edu- clude the Birthline/Lifeline walk- vidual and the group submitting cate and equip participants with athon Oct. 7, the annual State Re- the most pledges. the tools needed to help protect spect Life Conference Oct. 20-21, Birthline/Lifeline with loca- the most vulnerable against the and the continuation of the 40 tions in Boynton Beach, Pahokee attacks from the culture of death, Days for Life campaign that began and Riviera Beach, is dedicated according to conference promo- in September. to promoting the sanctity of life. tional materials. The cost is $90 The ministry offers pregnancy before Oct. 10, and $100 later or 10th ANNUAL care services free of charge to all on-site. People are encouraged to WALKATHON FOR LIFE clients who meet basic criteria. call to check availability if regis- The annual Catholic Charities Services include pregnancy test- tering late. Birthline/Lifeline Mass and walk- ing and limited ultrasound, par- Bishops are on the long list of athon will take place Oct. 7 at Em- enting classes, referrals for other event speakers, including Bishop manuel Parish, 15700 S. Military types of assistance, material assis- Felipe Estevez of St. Augustine, Trish Santiago, a parishioner of the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, Trail in Delray Beach. The Mass tance and adoption information. Archbishop Thomas Wenski of participates in the annual peaceful gathering Oct. 1. begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by the The ministry also provides coun- Miami and Auxiliary Bishop Peter walkathon. seling for women coping with an Baldacchino of Miami. Also on the email stateconference2017@re- clinic that offers abortions. Dur- “Participants are encouraged unplanned pregnancy and sup- lineup are representatives from spectlifemiami.org. ing the campaign, faithful are to obtain pledges from family port for mothers during and after the Florida Conference of Catho- there weekdays and Saturdays and friends and then at the event, pregnancy. People interested in lic Bishops; people representing 40 DAYS FOR LIFE from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on they walk around the lake at Em- making a donation to Birthline/ various respect life ministries and The national pro-life campaign, Sundays from 3 to 5 p.m. stand- manuel Parish while praying the Lifeline are asked to call 561-732- organizations; authors; Dr. Grazie sponsored locally by Faith Action ing in prayer under the shade rosary as a group,” said Katherine 0570 and make a pledge. Pozo Christie, senior adviser of Counseling and Education for Life trees across the street from the Bowers, director of Birthline/Life- the Catholic Association; and Dr. (FACE Life), encourages prayer, facility. line, who is organizing the event ANNUAL RESPECT Alveda King, niece of civil rights fasting and peaceful prayer vigils As of this writing, Bishop Ger- that benefits her pro-life ministry LIFE CONFERENCE leader Dr. Martin Luther King, for respect of life. It began Sept. 26 ald M. Barbarito planned to join dedicated to promoting a culture The 31st annual Respect Life who currently serves as director and runs through Nov. 5. the faithful Oct. 5 leading, noon of life and serving women and Conference will take place Oct. of Civil Rights for the Unborn, Here in the diocese as part of prayer. The center is located at 100 children in need. “Participants 20-21, at the Bonaventure Resort an outreach of Priests for Life. the campaign, people peacefully Northpoint Parkway in West Palm are fulfilling their pledge to pray and Spa Conference Center, 250 To register, visit www.respectlife gather in prayer daily near the Beach. For more information and for the pro-life cause.” Racquet Club Road in Weston. Ka- miami.org, call 954-981-2922 or Presidential Women’s Center, a details, call 561-255-1534. n Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A2 ‘Be not afraid’ October is Respect Life Month of certain religious sects and the ex- BISHOP BARBARITO’S SCHEDULE which begins the annual program clusion of persons with inalienable of respect for life as called for by the rights from the Creator are manifes- Oct. 7 — 5:30 p.m., Mass/walk- consecrated religious life, St. Edward U.S. Conference of Catholic Bish- tations of this. athon for Birthline/Lifeline, Emmanuel Parish, Palm Beach. ops. The theme for this year’s pro- The fear that arises from a sense Parish, Delray Beach. Oct. 17 — noon, Luncheon, Cath- Florida gram is “Be Not Afraid” (Mt 28: 10). of superiority always accompanies Oct. 8 — noon, 25th anniversary olic Charities Elder Affairs Program, These words of Our Lord, which he an exclusion of God and his natural Mass, St. Matthew Parish, Lake Worth. Embassy Suites, Palm Beach Gardens. Catholic spoke at his ascension, are found law for his creation. One of the as- Oct. 9 — Pastoral Center closed in Oct. 19 — 9 a.m., Meeting, Florida DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH over and over again as basic to his pects of this phenomena is becom- observance of Columbus Day. Conference of Catholic Bishops and teaching and reassurance to each ing more prevalent in our society Oct. 10 — 10 a.m., Mass, opening seminary board of trustees, St. John Vol. 78, No. 23 and every one of us. He continu- today, especially as the impression of school year, St. John Paul II Acad- Vianney College Seminary, Miami. ally encouraged his apostles and is given that it is the human person emy, Boca Raton. Oct. 20 — 10 a.m., Meeting, 9995 North Military Trail disciples not to fear but to trust in who determines who she or he is. board of trustees, St. Vincent de Paul Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 Oct. 13 — 10 a.m., Mass/ground- 561-775-9500 • Fax 561-630-2698 his presence among them and his A great deal of hurt is brought into breaking/reception, St. Vincent Ferrer Regional Seminary, Boynton Beach; ability to overcome every form of life as the human person tries to Parish, Delray Beach. 5:30 p.m., Mass/dinner, Friends of the PUBLISHER evil. Not to be afraid is an essential become someone other than whom Oct. 14 — 10 a.m. and 1 p.m., Seminary, St. Vincent de Paul Regional Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito part of Gospel living and it God created. Indeed, the Confirmation, St. Joan of Arc Parish, Seminary. is based not on our ability human person is placed on Boca Raton. Oct. 21 — 11 a.m., Altar servers DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS but on the Lord’s power. an equal or superior level appreciation Mass, Cathedral of St. Dianne Laubert Oct. 15 — 10:45 a.m., Mass/in- [email protected] Life brings with it many to God. It becomes even stallation of Father Thomas Lafreniere Ignatius Loyola, Palm Beach Gardens; things which rightfully more frightening when 4 p.m., Mass/dinner, 60th anniversary as pastor of St. Paul of the Cross Par- DIOCESAN EDITOR cause us fear. It is only faith laws are enacted which ish, North Palm Beach; 4 p.m., Vespers, of St. Jude Parish, Tequesta. Linda Reeves that can enable us to face support this phenomena [email protected] these fears and overcome and it becomes “politically 561-775-9528 LIVING THE them in hope. The fears us to realize that every life is a TRUTH IN correct” to enshrine it to to legalize euthanasia. 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Above left, Lt. Steven Thibodeau of the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, left, stands in prayer in the front pew of the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola in Palm Beach Gardens during the diocesan Blue Mass. Above right, Sgt. Dave Duplantis, who serves the Belle Glade area, stands far right with a rifle and leads the Palm Beach County Honor Guard during presentations at the diocesan Blue Mass. (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) First responders honored during Blue Mass

LINDA REEVES Sept. 29 Blue Mass gathered men Beach Sherriff’s Office about the on hand in regalia and carrying barito, who was away and unable of the Florida Catholic staff and women dressed in uniforms positive event that shines a light swords. The Palm Beach County to attend the Mass, but sent his who ceremonially processed into on servers of the community, who Sherriff’s Office Honor Guard blessings. During the Mass Father PALM BEACH GARDENS | The the church wearing their badges are there to help, but sometimes processed and presented colors. Dello Russo repeatedly thanked pews of the Cathedral of St. Igna- and service emblems. go unappreciated and portrayed The Pledge of Allegiance was re- the uniformed professionals for tius Loyola filled with public ser- “It is nice to see the Church negatively in the media and social cited, and the music and singing their service. vants who answered a special call- open to us and honor us,” said media. were most wonderful. “The Blue Mass is an opportu- ing from God to serve others. The Lt. Steven Thibodeau of the Palm The Diocese of Palm Beach “I have been serving the com- nity to thank you and celebrate in coordination with the Palm munity for 26 years,” said Sgt. you,” said Father Dello Russo, Beach County Sherriff’s Office Dave Duplantis with the Palm who shared that his own father organized the special Mass held Beach Sherriff’s Office. “I love and uncle were public servants, Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Cemetery on the feast day of St. Michael the serving the community. The Mass serving in law enforcement and Archangel, patron saint of police is wonderful. It makes us feel good firefighting. “We ask God to pro- Thomas Jordan/Administrator • Father Z. Andy Rudnicki/Director officers, and the saint Catholics to know that we are respected. It tect you.” 561-793-0711 • www.ourqueen.org • call upon for help and protec- is nice that the diocese has the Father Dello Russo also ac- tion. Right from the very start, Mass.” knowledged the family members. the Blue Mass took on a tone of Father Albert Dello Russo, di- At one point, he used the words respect, tribute and praise for ocesan chancellor and tribunal “authentic heroes” to describe the the uniformed men and women judge, was main celebrant for the community servants, men and sitting in the pews. The fourth- Blue Mass. He welcomed everyone women willing to risk their lives degree Knights of Columbus were on behalf of Bishop Gerald M. Bar- every day to help others. Active and retired officers, and personnel from various lo- cal municipalities, federal, state and local jurisdictions within the five counties of the diocese were invited, and Catholics and non- Catholics alike were encouraged Your Catholic Cemetery of the Diocese of Palm Beach to join the morning celebration Off ering Private and Community Mausoleums, Cremation followed by a reception. Niches, Urns, Crypts, Gravesites and Monuments. West Palm Beach Police Chief Located in the Heart of Abacoa Sarah Mooney attended the Mass • No-interest monthly payments with her husband, Robert Mooney, • Catholic burial on consecrated ground Carmine’s Coal Fired Pizza a retired law enforcement officer.

• Infl ation protection on all cemetery needs 10831-1006 Charmingly cozy authentic eatery serving up coal fi red pizzas, vast wine “I think the Blue Mass is awe- • A beautiful, prayerful setting in the great Catholic tradition list and traditional Italian mains with a new world twist. Family friendly some,” said Sarah Mooney, who atmosphere patio terrace dining and space for large groups! grew up at St. Clare Parish. “I wish ____ Yes, send me more information about the only 4575 Military Trail, Jupiter, FL 33458 • 561-340-3930 we had the opportunity to have Catholic Cemetery in the Diocese of Palm Beach. more events like this.” All are asked to continue to Name: ______pray for police officers, firefight- Address: ______ers, emergency and safety profes- sionals, and all first responders ______Upbeat hang out spot serving up grass-fed beef, hand-cut french fries, who reach out to help, running in Phone: ______Cell: ______hand-spun milk shakes and a lively green salad bar. The menu doesn’t stop to help when everyone is running out and away. Please pray for the Email: ______at burgers, from turkey and veggie burgers to house-made chicken tenders and wood oven-roasted chicken wings there is something for everyone! fallen servants as well, and the Parish: ______families of all who serve in the 4575 Military Trail, Jupiter, FL 33458 • 561-340-3940 community or have died in the 10941 Southern Blvd. • Royal Palm Beach, FL 33411 11134-1006 line of duty. n Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A4 Diocese launches ‘Joy of the Family’ initiative

LINDA REEVES er for Ascension Press and certified family. It is not about a program. It is of the Florida Catholic staff speaker and executive director of about conversion. Our vision hope Theology of the Body Institute. He is that God will guide us.” WEST PALM BEACH | Minis- has a master’s degree in mechani- Cathy Loh, director of the dioc- try leaders here have launched an cal engineering and extensive esan Office of Marriage and Family inaugural “Joy of the Family” ini- knowledge and experience on fam- Life, is the driving force behind the tiative aimed at inspiring families, ily life to marriage preparation. He mission inspired from her years of and all, to joyfully live was a presenter at the working with families, marriage- out their call to holi- 2015 World Meeting minded, divorced, separated and ness and mission in of Families in Phila- hurting. The idea of the initiative is daily life. delphia, where he re- threefold, and is being presented in The diocesan Office sides with his wife of three phases aimed at promoting of Marriage and Fam- 24 years, Melanie, and “theology of the family in the dio- ily Life kicked off the eight children. cese,” helping people discover their diocesewide mission In the first phase of God-given potential and purpose, Sept. 28 with a well- the diocesan mission and giving people the wisdom to known speaker, writer and kickoff, Owens live the joyful life that God the Fa- and Catholic ministry spoke at 11 sites over ther intended his children to live. leader. Damon Ow- three days including Owens will return to the diocese Cardinal Newman High School students assembe in the gym Sept. ens, who is working three high schools, Feb. 16, 2018, to present phase two 28 to hear a presentation by Damon Owens. (LINDA REEVES | FC) with the diocese to put four different parishes, of the mission in another three-day forward the mission, St. Vincent de Paul Re- series of sessions at various loca- The Unbound ministry was re- live lives of joy and in the freedom spoke to adults, high Damon Owens gional Seminary and tions. He will return again about six cently brought here to the diocese that Christ has won for us on the school youths, clergy, the diocesan Pastoral months later. and featured at several parishes cross.” and old and young alike about the Center. “In between phases one and two, with trained facilitators. Owens is happy to be part of the initiative that works to engage each During his presentation to dioc- the Office of Marriage and Fam- “In November, a local couple diocesan mission and believes that member of the family in their rela- esan staff and ministry heads, he ily Life will host a series of events will share their personal testimo- his decades of study, work and ex- tionship with Christ and with one explained the mission vision and that will build on the message that ny on what it looks like to live their perience have well prepared him for another. invited staffers to participate in Damon presents,” Loh said. “There marriage and family life in light of the job which he believes is “a task “Joy of the Family is a big vision initiative programs and encourage will be an ‘Evening of Healing and Pope John Paul II’s beautiful and directly from God.” to work in a unified way to build the parish leaders to also get involved. Forgiveness’ featuring ‘Unbound’ life-altering teaching on the The- “I am here to energize everyone,” family,” said Owens, founder of Joy “Together in unity we can speak healing prayer in October to help ology of the Body,” Loh continued. he told the Florida Catholic. “The to Be, a teaching ministry designed to everyone in (the Diocese of) people overcome the obstacles in “In January 2018, we will host a vision is to energize leaders and in- to proclaim the joy of being made in Palm Beach,” Owens said. “Joy of their lives that prevent them from special surprise speaker who will dividuals and families, help them the image of God. the Family is a big vision to work in enjoying a closer relationship with guide us into deeper realization really understand the Gospel to Owens is a former national train- a unified way to work to build the Jesus Christ.” and discussion on what it means to form saints.” n

Obituaries Vincent de Paul. He attended St. groundbreaking for a church. The were published by Our Sunday Visi- naventure University in New York, Father Crowley, Joseph College in Princeton, N.J., church was completed, dedicated tor Press in the early 1990s. a private Franciscan university. and St. Vincent Seminary in Ger- and blessed March 25, 2005, the Father Crowley is survived by his He heard the call to priesthood, first pastor of St. mantown and Mary Immaculate feast of the Immaculate Heart of sisters Anne Houlihan, Sister Mary- entered the Franciscan order and Seminary in North Hampton, both Mary. Father Crowley officially re- rose Crowley of the School Sisters of after studies and formation was or- John the Cross in Pennsylvania. After studies and tired Aug. 1, 2007. Notre Dame, and Margaret Coyle. dained June 15, 1957, at the Cathe- WEST PALM BEACH | Father formation, he was ordained May 27, During his ministry years he was A Mass of the Resurrection was cel- dral of St. Michael the Archangel in John Crowley, 86, died Sept. 18 at 1961. active in the Indian River County ebrated at Lourdes Noreen McKeen Springfield, Mass. Here in Florida, Noreen McKeen Residence in West Father Crowley began his min- Serra Club, serving as chaplain Chapel Sept. 22. he served the Diocese of Orlando Palm Beach, where he resided, after istry as a missionary in Panama. from 1991 to 1994, and the Knights and the Diocese of Palm Beach un- a long illness. Father Crowley began Returning to the United States, he of Columbus Council 1932. He also Father Christopher til he semi-retired from St. Anasta- his ministry as a missionary priest, served in South Florida at St. John served as the spiritual moderator sia Parish in Fort Pierce in 1999. Fa- but then, he was given permission Vianney College Seminary in Mi- of the Northern Deanery Diocesan served St. ther Christopher continued to serve to leave his religious order and was ami and later at St. Vincent de Paul Council of Catholic Women in 1999. Anastasia Parish parishes in Lakeland and Sanford incardinated Regional Seminary in Boynton Among his interests was writing until 2014. He loved teaching and July 1973 into Beach. and spreading Scripture. He wrote FORT PIERCE | Franciscan Fa- spent much of his ministry years the Archdio- In the Diocese of Palm Beach, a series of books focused on medi- ther Mark Christopher, celebrating behind a high school desk teach- cese of Miami. he served as parochial vicar of St. tations on the Gospel that made 60 years as a priest, died Sept 4 just ing and tutoring students in math, He later be- Juliana Parish in West Palm Beach the best-selling list. During an weeks before English and Latin. He also orga- came a priest from 1982 to 1988 and St. Luke interview with the Florida Catho- he would have nized Scripture classes for adults, of the Dio- Parish in Palm Springs from 1988 lic he said, “The Second Vatican celebrated his prepared people for the sacraments cese of Palm to 1989. He was appointed as the Council stressed the importance of 87th birth- and headed up the Rite of Christian Beach. Father first pastor of St. John of the Cross, proclaiming the word of God, and day. He died Initiation of Adults classes. Crowley is the founded Oct. 7, 1989. urged that it be done every day. I peacefully in Father Christopher was preceded founding pas- As new pastor, Father Crowley did just that and found myself delv- Fort Pierce in death by eight brothers and two Father John tor and pastor entrusted his parish family to the ing into my files, Scripture com- surrounded sisters. He is survived by several Crowley emeritus of Immaculate Heart of Mary and mentaries and the spiritual classics by his caregiv- nieces, nephews and godchildren. St. John of the mandated that a rosary be prayed in order to give the people a good, ers and loving A Mass of Christian Burial was Cross in Vero Beach. before all weekend Masses for the solid talk for the day. At first, I sim- family. celebrated Sept. 15 at St. Anastasia Raised in Maspeth, N.Y., he was intention of funding and building ply threw these little homilies away. Father Mark F a t h e r in Fort Pierce. Donations may be one of four sons and three sisters up the faith community. In 1992, Later, I realized that perhaps other Christopher Christopher made to the St. Anastasia Endow- born to Mary (Harten) and Edward the parish’s multipurpose center priests and ministers might profit was a native ment Fund and mailed to P.O. Box Crowley. He attended Memorial was completed for Masses and par- from all the work I poured into this of Buffalo, N.Y., born to Walter and 3986, Fort Pierce, FL 34948. Father High School in New York City, grad- ish activities. The first Mass was cel- homily preparation. The thought Antonina (Gajewski) Kurkowski. Christopher started the endow- uating in 1949. In 1951, he joined the ebrated at the center on the feast of also occurred to me that perhaps He graduated from St. Francis ment fund with a vision of one day Congregation of Missions, known Our Lady of Lourdes, Feb. 11, 1992. the laity could use these homilies High School in Athol Springs in continuing the Catholic education as the Vincentians, founded by St. In 2002, the parish held a as a message each day.” The books June 1948, and enrolled at St. Bo- of children. A5 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Oct. 6-19, 2017 Students make cards for First responders First responders serving victims in the Florida Keys hold up thank- you cards made by students of St. Ann School. They were delivered to the Florida Keys as part of a school service project aimed at giving first responders a little pat on the back for helping those in need. (COURTESY OF ST. ANN SCHOOL)

Delegates answer call to missionary discipleship

LINDA REEVES an Our Lady Queen of Peace del- information, discerning results, of the Florida Catholic staff egate and representative, and has comparing notes, making sugges- volunteered her time and efforts tions and coming up with strategies NORTH PALM BEACH | Infor- and spent months working for the as a unified diocese. The goal is to mation gathered from parish rep- local Church preparing for the di- prepare for a regional Encuentro, resentatives here as a result of their ocesan event. which will be another meeting of frank conversations with people of As part of her work, Montene- delegates in preparation for the na- the Hispanic/Latino community gro went out in the neighborhoods, tional Encuentro. was at the heart of the annual dioc- made visits to sports fields, attend- Father Duvan Bermudez, dioc- esan Encuentro. ed events, and introduced herself esan director of Hispanic Ministry, The event, held Oct. 1 at host St. to strangers. Her goal? “Each par- said a regional Encuentro will be Paul of the Cross Parish in North ish has a team,” she explained. “We held in February 2018. The group is Palm Beach, was organized by the went out and asked questions. We also preparing for the national En- diocesan Hispanic Ministry, which went wherever there is commu- cuentro in Texas, set for Sept. 20-23, was established to serve the needs nity.” 2018. of the Hispanic community. This Montenegro tried to reach as The Spanish word “encuentro” year’s vital event marked 30 years many Hispanic/Latinos as possible means encounter, but in Ameri- since the first meeting. and get up close and personal to ca’s Catholic Church and among “Today we are in discussions at hear their stories, needs and con- Spanish-speaking Catholics, it the diocesan level about what each cerns, ask subtle questions, make represents a series of meetings, lis- parish gathered from sessions,” friends and evangelize. “Today we tening sessions, talks, discussions said Rosa Montenegro of Our Lady are presenting our information,” and reflections in archdioceses Queen of Peace in Delray Beach and she explained. and more than 175 dioceses and Holy Name of Jesus in West Palm The diocesan Encuentro 2017 5,000 parishes around the country. Beach. She attended Encuentro as was all about studying the gathered The initiative is part of a four-year process leading up to V Encuentro or Fifth National Encuentro. Church leaders here in the Unit- ed States want to come up with a joint plan to address the needs and concerns of the Hispanic/La- tino people, and also encourage Hispanic/Latinos to answer the call to live in the spirit of the new Ivan Alberto of St. Peter Parish in Jupiter and Sylvia Frydman of William E. Boyes evangelization, passing along the St. Jude Parish in Boca Raton lead a procession during Mass that faith, bringing the fallen back home concluded the diocean Encuentro Oct. 1 at host St. Paul of the Cross John Farina and helping youngsters, youths Parish in North Palm Beach. The young adults hold a large cross Peter Matwiczyk and young adults grow close to the bearing the diocesan crest and the theme of V Encuentro: “Missionary Lord. The theme of the Encuentro V Disciples: Witnesses of God's Love.” (LINDA REEVES | FC) • Wills, trusts and guardianship litigation is “Missionary Disciples: Witnesses of God’s Love.” Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito was great faith, your love for the Church, • Estate and trust planning and administration Here in the five-county Diocese main celebrant at the diocesan En- your enthusiasm is a gift to our dio- of Palm Beach, records indicate that cuentro Mass that concluded the cese. Thank you.” n 3300 PGA Blvd., Suite 600 [email protected] there are 385,000 Hispanics. Of that day. He welcomed all the delegates Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 [email protected] number, 287,000 are Catholic. In all, and thanked Father Bermudez for Read the next issue of the Florida 561-694-7979 [email protected] 26 parishes here serve the Hispan- his tireless work. “It is a great joy to Catholic to learn more about the 11202-1006 ic/Latino community. be with you today,” he said. “Your diocesan Encuentro. Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A6 School fuels students’ minds and bodies LINDA REEVES Food and Nutrition Service offer- Sophia of the Florida Catholic staff ing the special program. Teutsch, “Once we complete the classes, 8, enjoys LAKE WORTH | Sophia they open the application process lunch. She Teutsch apparently enjoyed her and we will be considered,” said is one of hot lunch, since the third-grader’s Duvall. “We have been working on nearly 30 plate was clean and without even this since June. There is so much students a crumb. paperwork and details. By next trying out a “It was good. If I were to rate week, we will start the applica- new organic it on a scale from 1 to 10, I would tion.” food give it a 10,” the 8-year-old said. Sacred Heart is working with a program Sophia is one of nearly 30 chil- Sunrise organic food vendor who at Sacred dren at Sacred Heart School in is approved by the federal pro- Heart School. Lake Worth trying out a new food gram. Yummy in My Tummy was (LINDA program there. The meals have founded by Karen and Michael REEVES | FC) no processed food, high fructose Stanley. They created their busi- corn syrup, refined sugars or ness as an alternative to organic flour, chemicals, dyes, additives baby foods on the market that or nitrates. Everything is organic “lack taste and variety,” according and nutritionally balanced. to the Stanley’s website. The foods The lunches are currently pro- are also eco-friendly and biode- vided at the low cost of $3.50 per gradable. meal, but school officials are “They are delivered hot and we completing required education have a special box that keeps the and paperwork, and beginning meals warm,” said Milka Santos, the application process to obtain school advancement director. She nutrition,” Santos said. the need for the school’s kitchen “They are very good,” said San- the meals for every student free of explained that the meals are or- Experts say that nutritious to be operated as well. Teachers tos, who has tried the meals. “Ev- charge or at a reduced price. dered in advance. There is a good lunches are key to fueling young there also have the opportunity to erything is fresh and delicious. I Sacred Heart School serves selection, and the students receive minds and bodies. The catered experience the healthy meals de- was really surprised.” n nearly 250 students of various milk, a whole-grain bread, main food at Sacred Heart eliminates signed for bodies and brains. cultures and backgrounds, and dish, vegetables and fruits. is dedicated to helping students Her daughter, Genesis Gon- who are less fortunate and from zalez in sixth grade at Sacred low-income households through Heart, is a fussy eater. Genesis did a variety of scholarship opportu- not want to have anything to do nities and programs. with the new food program. “She “I have a couple of more classes doesn’t like change,” Santos said. ‘Ever Fruitful: to take and then we will begin ap- “I told her to try it for a month. She plications,” said Tricia Duvall, as- tried it and so far so good. She re- sistant principal. She is heading ally likes the chicken nuggets.” up the program and began taking The national program is de- the 19 required classes online this signed to eliminate childhood Living a Joyful, Spirit-fi lled Life’ summer, focused on everything obesity, an epidemic here in the from food safety to health and United States. The program is also wellness to whole grains and nu- successful in introducing school A Catholic retreat for individuals with trition. She also began the paper- children to a variety of fruits and physical disabilities work involved in the application vegetables that they may not oth- process, filing all with the Nation- erwise experience and sample. al School Lunch Program of the “They are learning new foods U.S. Department of Agriculture and all about healthy foods and November 10-12 XXII CONFERENCIA CARISMATICA Duncan Conference Center CATOLICA HISPANA 15820 S. Military Trail, Delray Beach D    P B One-on-one assistance will be provided throughout the weekend. “MARIA, ESTRELLA DE LA NUEVA EVANGELIZACION” CELEBRANDO EL 50 ANIVERSARIO DEL MOVIMIENTO CARISMATICO Octubre 28, sábado de 8 a.m. a 6 p.m., Volunteers Welcome. y domingo 29 de 8 a.m. a 3 p.m.

Cost: $250 (or whatever your means allow) 11523-1006 Gymnasium de Cardinal Newman High School 5512 Spencer Drive (por Sequoia) • West Palm Beach, 33409 Questions? Call 954-821-6077 or 561-392-2476. PREDICADORES: Padre Pedro Repollet, Arch. de Newark, N. J. Padre Mario Castañeda, Padre Quesnel Delvard, For additional information visit: Párroco Parroquia St. John Fisher, Párroco de la Parroquia Sacred Heart Diócesis de Palm Beach Diócesis de Palm Beach www.stjoan.org/ministries/outreach-ministries/aim Para más información llamar al 561-371-0496, 11544-1006 Follow us on Facebook and Twitter! 561-439-2970, 772-529-9091, 561-628-5841 A7 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Oct. 6-19, 2017 Secular, third orders offer vocation for the laity Tonia Borsellino order. Regardless of the order, once Florida Catholic correspondent one is professed, it is a lifetime com- mitment. PALM BEACH GARDENS | Lives Though they do not wear habits, of holiness are most commonly some orders wear items to signify lived out through vocations to the their order, like a brown scapular or married and religious life, but some Tau cross. people throughout the Diocese of “It (brown scapular) is to re- Palm Beach are devoting their lives mind us of the promise Our Lady of to God through secular or third or- Mount Carmel made to us,” Baiata ders. explained, “but most of all it is to Defined by canon law, these show the world that we belong to public associations of the faithful her, that she is the bridge or the are, “associations whose mem- door through which we get to Je- bers share in the spirit of some re- sus. When you look at the scapular ligious institute while in secular it looks like an apron, and once you life, lead an apostolic life, and strive wear it, you are a servant of Our for Christian perfection under the Lady. You are to serve all those who higher direction of the same insti- you come in contact with.” tute.” Baiata’s order has 20 active mem- The mission of these orders is to bers. In the St. Anthony of Padua help the Catholic laity — married Fraternity, there are 15 professed or single — and sometimes even Members of the Secular Franciscan order join celebrations at St. Lucie Church Oct. 4, 2014, the feast day members and three people in initial clergy in sanctifying the everyday of St. Francis. (LINDA REEVES | FC) formation. Many secular and third life. Recognized by Rome, the or- orders are encouraging people to der is most often a third branch of Mary at St. John Fisher Parish in spend time together in prayer, re- asked to pray morning and evening look into their communities if they a main order like the Franciscans, West Palm Beach, said her order flect on Scripture through lectio prayer from Christian Prayer: Lit- feel God is calling them to grow Benedictines and Dominicans, and focuses on being of service to those divina, read books together as a urgy of the Hours, and spend time deeper in their faith this way. They takes the same spirituality as the who are suffering as they have a de- community, and build each other each day in lectio divina, which is advise researching the different religious order. But these people do votion to Our Lady of Sorrows. up. “It’s so important to be able to prayerful reading of the Scriptures, charisms of each order and seeing not take the same vows of chastity, “We are there to help in any way accompany each other on the spiri- with contemplation, quietly sitting if it is a good fit. poverty and obedience. we can as people go through their tual journey,” said Amy Powers, in the presence of God and being Within the diocese, there are at “We stay at home, we live with sufferings,” Stewart said, “Our par- president of the Secular Order of receptive to the voice of God. least 13 different secular and third our families, we have jobs,” said ticular group has a food drive.” Discalced Carmelites at St. John of The Secular Order of Discalced orders, from the ones mentioned Alison Fisher, a professed Secular She said getting to meet people the Cross Parish in Vero Beach. Carmelites practices mental prayer here to the Franciscan Redempto- Franciscan of the St. Anthony of and hear their stories is one way be- “It strengthens us in our voca- for at least 30 minutes a day. They ris Mater Fraternity at St. Rita Par- Padua Fraternity at St. Mark Parish ing a Servite has affected her. tion,” she explained, “We encour- pray the Liturgy of the Hours, par- ish in Wellington, St. John of the in Boynton Beach. Mary B. Murphy, director of the age each other … we accompany ticipate in daily Mass whenever Cross Order of Secular Discalced Fisher said instead of vows, secu- Stella Maris Lay Carmelite Com- those in formation. Those of us in possible, attend at least one retreat Carmelite Community at St. John of lar and third orders take professions munity at Holy Name of Jesus Par- definitive promises for life accom- a year, and engage in a daily exami- the Cross Parish in Vero Beach, and that are to a lesser degree. For ex- ish in West Palm Beach, said her or- pany those who are first coming in nation of conscience, among other Associates of Sisters of St. Joseph of ample, rather than a vow of poverty, der tries to emulate Mary and Elijah and those younger ones in the as- things. The Secular Franciscans of St. Augustine in Boca Raton. Some they profess charity. “The challenge by supporting the parish in its vari- pirancy trying to see if that’s where the St. Anthony of Padua Fraternity orders encourage those interested for a secular is to live the charism ous ministries. God is calling them.” follow a set of 26 rules. to attend their monthly meetings and the profession every day, out in She said being part of her order When the orders are not meet- Secular and third orders have a and others prefer to be contacted the world,” she said. “is like having leaven in bread. You ing, they are praying for each other formation process much like reli- directly first. Fisher and the members of her spread your spirituality to the peo- daily and following their order’s gious orders. They begin as aspi- More information can be found fraternity have a great concern for ple around you so you can influence unique Rule of Life. rants and continue formation up on the diocesan website under the environment and the less for- your family and friends by the way According to Cuqui Baiata, for- until they are fully professed. This Catholic resources or by visiting tunate. Gloria Stewart, a member you live.” mation director for the Stella Maris process could take anywhere from www.diocesepb.org/catholic-re- of the Secular Order of Servants of Each order meets monthly to Lay Carmelite Community, “We are three to six years, depending on the sources. n

Newsbriefs were hit hard. Charity representa- transportation from shelters to tem- Catholic Charities tives participated at the Emergency porary placement in hotels. reaches out in Operations Center in Palm Beach County working on different mis- Catholic school aftermath of Irma sions to address unmet needs to Catholic Charities of the Diocese assist residents of various com- alumnus helps of Palm Beach quickly organized munities. Among the charity’s out- deliver supplies to help in the aftermath of Hur- reach efforts, staff and volunteers ricane Irma. The hurricane made delivered water and food to the Students at All Saints School in landfall as a Category 4 storm in the Palm Beach County Food Bank. Jupiter collected items for Hurri- Florida Keys Sept. 10 with maxi- Catholic Charities representatives cane Irma victims the week of Sept. mum sustained winds of 130 mph also participated in short-term case 18 and came up with an interesting then dropped to a Category 3 and management to disaster victims at way to transport the items to those made a second Florida landfall on disaster recovery centers with Car- in need. The students connected Marco Island on the west coast of ing Community Coalition for Di- with business owner Jose Herrera From left, Ainsley Boyd, Danny Kleisley, John Webster and Andrea Florida. Recorded wind gusts were saster Relief staff throughout Palm of Islamorada Beer Company, who Medina hold up signs used in a service project to collect items for as high as 90 mph in Lake Worth Beach County. Services included had been featured on several local hurricane victims in the Florida Keys. (COURTESY OF ALL SAINTS SCHOOL) and 91 mph at Palm Beach Inter- helping victims apply for federal radio stations making appeals for national Airport Sunday evening as emergency assistance, as well as much-needed supplies for people of from Florida Atlantic University has always been very involved in the most potent part of Irma blew other resources. Catholic Charities the Florida Keys. It just so happens in Boca Raton. “It is so ironic that I service. He often attributes his de- through. Thousands of people ex- also simply delivered gift cards and that Herrera is a former student of taught Mr. Herrera middle school sire to serve from his Catholic edu- perienced power outages. Catholic Publix cards for food purchases to St. Vincent Ferrer School in Delray science at St. Vincent Ferrer School cation and mentors. I am so happy Charities mobilized to reach out to stranded victims in shelters, and Beach and Pope John Paul II Acad- in Delray Beach,” said Jill Broz, to partner with a wonderful gentle- help residents in various areas that helped families and seniors with emy in Boca Raton. He graduated principal of All Saints School. “He man from our area.” Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A8

DIOCESAN EVENTS SOCIAL MEDIA FYI TV MASS 2017-2018 School of Christian Follow what is going on around the Diocese of Palm Beach on social media. Face- To find more information on events, Televised Mass: Sundays, 10:30- Formation: Learn more about book is a simple way to be informed with the latest news in the diocese and spot visit www.diocesepb.org/events 11 a.m., CW34 WTVX. Produced by Catholicism and prepare for familiar faces of the Catholic community. Feel free to tag, share and comment or www.catholiccharitiesdpb.org/ the diocesan Office of Communica- ministry work. Available in English on the postings on our Facebook pages: Diocese of Palm Beach; Diocese of Palm events. tions. Questions: www.diocesepb. and Spanish. Cost: $10. For Beach, Office of Catholic Schools; Palm Beach Vocation; Diocese of Palm Beach org/tv-Mass or 561-775-9529. To schedule of classes: 561-775-9544, Youth Ministry; Diocese of Palm Beach Family Life; Catholic Charities Palm-Beach; 6047, PalmBeachPhysiciansGuild@ support the televised Mass or to www.diocesepb.org/schools-of- request a free Mass missal: 561- christian-formation. and Florida Catholic. gmail.com. Council of Catholic Women 775-9529 or Office of Communica- Divorce survival ministry tions, 9995 N. Military Trail, P.O. Box program: Presented at parishes luncheon: Oct. 20, 11:30 a.m., Holy Family Parish, 2330 S.E. 109650, Palm Beach Gardens, FL in the Diocese of Palm Beach, 12- to their pastors for permission • Naturalization event for Mariposa Ave., Port St. Lucie. Cost: 33410. week program features 30-minute to apply. Application deadline is Mexican nationals: Nov. 5, noon, $7 in advance; $8 at the door. DVD segments on challenges of a Dec. 1. Download the application Our Lady of Guadalupe Mission, Games and raffle. 772-398-1357. broken marriage. For the recently from the diocesan website, www. 12896 County Road 512, Fellsmere. Center: Retreats and programs separated and divorced and diocesepb.org/deacon-formation. Free consultations regarding Festival of crafts: Oct. 28, 8 available for clergy, religious, those divorced for many years. 561-775-9540, lpowell@diocesepb. citizenship for Mexican residents. a.m.-2 p.m., Our Lady of Lourdes, men, women, married couples, Sponsored by Office of Marriage org. Preparation of naturalization 22094 Lyons Road. More than 60 tables of handcrafted items. Free singles and people in recovery and Family Life. Registration Diocesan Annual Charismatic applications for those who qualify. admission. Drawings, bake sale and programs. Season theme: “By His suggested; space limited. To Renewal Convention for the 561-345-2029. refreshments. Proceeds benefit Wounds You Are Healed” (1 Pt register: 561-775-9524. Haitian-Creole community: Oct. • Temporary protected status re- needs of the parish. 561-445-4192 2:24). Reservations required except Joy of the Family mission: 20, 5:30-9:30 p.m.; Oct. 21, 9 a.m.-9 registration: Assistance is available International festival: Oct. 29, when stated. Location: 1300 U.S. A multiyear mission sponsored p.m.; Oct. 22, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., St. through Catholic Charities for Highway 1, North Palm Beach. 561- by diocesan Office of Marriage Vincent Ferrer Parish center, 840 Haitian nationals who need help 1-5 p.m., St. Mark Parish, 643 St. Mark Place, Boynton Beach. Foods 626-1300 or www.ourladyofflorida. and Family Life. Ongoing events George Bush Blvd., Delray Beach. in re-registering for temporary org: designed to explore and reflect Commemorates 50th anniversary protected status required by U.S. from seven different countries • Centering prayer: upon the deeper meaning of of the Charismatic Movement. Customs and Immigration Services. of the world, decorations and Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m., main family and life and how to find joy. Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito will Re-registration procedures entertainment including mariachi chapel. 561-775-9524, [email protected]. visit. Speakers: retired Auxiliary extended through Jan. 22, 2018. music. All welcome. Donation: $15 Workshops for extraordinary Bishop Guy A. Sansaricq of Diocese www.catholiccharitiesdpb.org. adults; $10 children under 10. 561- • Day of reflection: Nov. 1, 10 752-2988. a.m.-2:30 p.m. “Rekindle the fire,” ministers of holy Communion: of Brooklyn, N.Y.; Father Jules • Catholic Charities Respect Life led by Passionist Brother Edward For both new and experienced Campion, Father Luc Philogene Ministry is seeking volunteers to Craft show: Nov. 18, 9 a.m.- Hal. Cost: $40. Reservations ministers at various locations. and Father Raoul Mambo, all from take on roles as respect life parish 6 p.m.; Nov. 19, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., required. Call your parish office to make Haiti; Father Gustave Miracle of representatives, who are essential Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, reservations with the diocesan Boston; and Father Yves Geffrard, to help build culture of life and 9995 N. Military Trail, Palm • Silent weekend retreat: Nov. Liturgy Office. Sessions in English diocesan coordinator of Haitian spread pro-life message. If you are Beach Gardens. Crafts, holiday 3-5. “By His Wounds You Are and Spanish. Ministry. 772-466-9617, 772-971- passionate about saving unborn and occasion gifts, baked goods, Healed,” led by retreat team. Cost: • Oct. 13, 9 a.m.-noon, Our Lady 9080. babies and other pro-life work and raffle, children’s activities and $220. Deposit and registration Queen of Peace Parish, 9600 W. All Souls Day Mass: Nov. 2, are interested in filling this role snack bar. Proceeds benefit youth required. Atlantic Ave., Delray Beach. 10 a.m., Our Lady Queen of Peace within your parish, contact Don ministry. Vendors wanted and discount space pricing available Protection of Children Cemetery, 10941 Southern Blvd., Kazimir weekday mornings, 561- Royal Palm Beach. Main celebrant: 360-3330. by Oct. 15. 561-622-2565, ANNOUNCEMENTS and Young People: The [email protected], www. Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito. All • Project Rachel support: Catholic Diocese of Palm Beach cathedralpb.com. Charismatic group inviting clergy, parishioners and families Tuesdays, 3 p.m., Catholic Charities is committed to the safety and visitors: Thursdays, 7:30 p.m., of the diocese are invited to pray St. Francis Center, 100 W. 20th Reboot Live: Nov. 2, 7 p.m., protection of all children and St. Paul of the Cross Parish center, for the faithful departed. Light St., Riviera Beach. Gather with St. Jude Parish, 204 U.S. Highway vulnerable adults in its care. 10970 Jack Nicklaus Drive, North reception follows. 561-793-0711. others who are struggling in the 1, Tequesta. Featured speaker: Victims of abuse by Church Palm Beach. Mass and healing www.ourqueen.org. aftermath of abortion. Meetings Chris Stefanick, a youth ministry personnel are encouraged to service takes the place of prayer Grandparent’s Pilgrimage designed to give hope and provide veteran aimed at setting young contact the diocesan victim meeting the third Thursday of assistance coordinator Lorraine and Mass: Nov. 4, St. Edward healing. 561-360-3325 hearts and souls on fire for the Lord. Admission: $20. 561-748- each month. 561-626-1873. Sabatella, 561-801-0999, to begin Parish, 144 N. County Road, Palm • Respite services to St. Lucie 8805, www.diocesepb.org/REBOOT, Catholic radio stations are necessary emotional, psychological Beach. Main celebrant: Bishop County caregivers: Short-term or [email protected]. available through the radio, and spiritual healing. For more Gerald M. Barbarito. Hosted by temporary care of a few hours a the Internet and application information on diocesan policies diocesan Office of Marriage and week. 561-360-3321. Young adult study group: Sundays, 7-9 p.m., Holy Name of downloads: WPBV FM (98.3 FM, and procedures for reporting Family Life. Day begins with bus • Rosary gathering: First Jesus, 345 S. Military Trail, West www.wpbvradio.com); WJPP abuse as well as to view the USCCB trip to Palm Beach, greeting at Saturdays, 9 a.m., near Presidential Palm Beach. 561-766-3563. (100.1 FM, www.wjppfm.com); “Charter for the Protection of St. Edward followed by talk on Women’s Center in West Palm Children and Young People,” visit historical stained-glass windows Prayer gathering: Fridays, and WDMC (920 AM, www. Beach, 100 Northpoint Parkway, divinemercyradio.com). www.diocesepb.org and click on of the church, luncheon and Mass. West Palm Beach. Led by Respect 5 p.m., on the sidewalks near A Women of Grace ministry Offices/Safe Environments. Cost: $25 all-inclusive, including Life Office. 561-360-3330. Woman’s World Medical Center Month Mind Mass: Oct. 14, bus transportation from multiple that offers abortion services, 503 S. program is seeking volunteers 10 a.m. Offered for those who locations. 561-775-9524, cloh@ 12th St., Fort Pierce. Treasure Coast to facilitate study programs for have been laid to rest during the diocesepb.org, www.diocesepb. COMMUNITY rosary group leads rosary recitation English-speakers and also for month of August and September, org/grandparents. for the end of abortion. 772-465- Spanish-speakers. Training sessions and all cemetery souls and those Catholic Charities events EVENTS 8298. are held at St. Joan of Arc Parish ministry buildings, 319 S.W. Third in purgatory. 561-793-0711. www. • Elder Affairs luncheon: Oct. Pray the rosary for life: Street, Boca Raton. Registration: ourqueen.org 17, 11:30 a.m., Embassy Suites, Rosary rally in honor of Our Saturdays, 9-10 a.m., sidewalks just Martha Nicolli, 561 212 8673 or 4350 PGA Blvd., Palm Beach Lady of Fatima: Oct. 13, noon, north of the Wellington Regional Vespers: Oct. 15, 4 p.m., St. [email protected]. Edward Parish, 144 North County Gardens. Lunch and the Andrew St. Martin de Porres Parish, 2555 Medical Center, 10101 Forest Hill Road, Palm Beach. All religious F. O’Connell Award presentation. N.E. Savanna Road, Jensen Beach. Blvd., Wellington. All invited to Parish nurse meetings: men, women, associates and third Tickets: $75. Public is welcome. All invited to join on front lawn pray for the end of abortions. 561- Open to all registered nurses order secular Franciscans and lay Sponsorship and ad opportunities to pray the four mysteries of 784-0689. interested in health ministry. Carmelites are encouraged to available. Proceeds benefit Elder the rosary. In case of inclement For dates, time and locations, attend. Evening prayer followed Affairs guardianship and case weather, prayer will take place call Catholic Charities, Interfaith by reception. Parking available management services. 561-345- inside parish facilities. Water RETREATS/DAYS Health and Wellness, 561-345- across from the church, behind the 2010, [email protected]. provided. All are encouraged to 2000, ext. 256; or email wellness@ bring seating. 772-334-4214. catholiccharitiesdpb.org. parish hall and Green’s Pharmacy. • Annual State Respect OF PRAYER Reservations required. 561-775- Life Conference: Oct. 20-21, “A Mother’s Love” Fatima Charitable giving guidelines: play: Oct 13, 7:30 p.m. and 9 Weekend retreat for The bishops of Florida have 9554, [email protected]. Bonaventure Resort and Spa, individuals with physical Deacon information night: 250 Racquet Club Road, Weston. p.m., St. Anastasia School pavilion, developed charitable giving 407 S. 33rd St., Fort Pierce. 772- disabilities: Nov. 10-12, Duncan guidelines of appropriate and Oct. 18, 7 p.m., St. Vincent Theme: “For the Least of Them.” Conference Center, 15820 S. de Paul Regional Seminary, Speakers include Dr. Anthony 461-2233, communications@ inappropriate organizations/ stanastasiachurch.org. Military Trail, Delray Beach. Event foundations. Please visit www. 10701 S. Military Trail, Boynton Levatino, a pro-life advocate and is specifically designed for men and White Mass: Oct. 14, 5:45 p.m., diocesepb.org, click on giving and Beach. Married and single men former abortionist; and Dr. Alveda women who require various types St. Mark Parish, 643 St. Mark Place, then charitable giving guidelines. and widowers 35 to 55 years King, director of Civil Rights for of physical assistance in order to Boynton Beach. Organized by old interested in becoming a the Unborn, an outreach of Priests have a spiritual retreat experience. Physicians Guild of the Catholic permanent deacon for the diocese for Life, and niece of Martin Luther Loving, joyful, accessible and Medical Associations in the Diocese are invited. Registration required. King Jr. Cost: $90 per person by accommodative environment. MASSES/PRAYER of Palm Beach. Mass asks God’s 561-775-9540. Oct. 9; $100 per person after. Volunteers are also needed blessings upon patients, doctors, SESSIONS Permanent deacon Price includes meals. Group rates and welcome. 954-821-6077, nurses and caregivers and includes applications available: Men available. Online registration: [email protected], 561-392- Perpetual adoration: St. renewal of promises by Catholic interested in applying to become a www.respectlifemiami.org. 954- 2476, [email protected]. Vincent Ferrer Parish, 840 George physicians. All medical care permanent deacon of the Diocese 981-2922, stateconference2017@ Bush Blvd., Delray Beach. 561-276- professionals are invited. 561-328- Our Lady of Florida Spiritual of Palm Beach are asked to speak respectlifemiami.org 6892. www.thefloridacatholic.org | Oct. 6-19, 2017 FLORIDACatholic VENICE DIOCESE

Students at St. Elizabeth Seton Catholic School in Naples pray Oct. 2, their first day back to school fol- lowing the devastating impacts of Hurricane Irma which did ex- tensive damage to the school. (BOB REDDY | FC)

Community faith is at the heart of recovery

Bob Reddy Bishop Dewane has remarked of the Florida Catholic staff how blessed the Diocese was in comparison to the flooding of NAPLES | Wearing play “hard Hurricane Harvey in Texas, and hats” and showing a resilience the destruction Irma and Hurri- that reflects their age, the stu- cane Maria wrought on the Ca- dents of St. Elizabeth Seton Cath- ribbean. olic School in Naples returned to “I am keeping everyone in my their battered school Oct. 2 with prayers,” Bishop Dewane said. smiles and an enthusiasm that “We saw with what happened was inspiring. with Hurricane Maria about how With their parents in tow, the much worse things could have students started arriving at the been. Here in the Diocese many school 17 school days after they have suffered and many are still were last there, greeted by Prin- trying to rebuild. We must con- cipal Maria Niebuhr and the tinue to pray for them all and do teachers all we can to provide the support “We have a brand new begin- they need. Christ does not ask of ning,” Niebuhr said during the us anything we cannot do. Find resumption of morning prayer comfort in this knowledge and service in the school courtyard, continue to pray as the recovery which has signs of damage and continues.” repair. “We are a work in progress The most serious damage in and we are Seton Strong! We are Catholic Charities volunteers at the Galeana Center in Fort Myers are hugged while assisting with the region was focused in Collier most grateful for God’s mercy.” Hurricane Irma relief.(COURTESY) County, with Golden Gate and In the courtyard are two stat- East Naples seeing the brunt of ues of St. Elizabeth Seton, one open at all is a blessing, Niebuhr tor, with responding to the imme- It was Sept. 10 when Hurricane the damage. This does not mean by herself, and another sur- explained. She credits Bishop diate needs of the school commu- Irma tore at the heart of South- other areas were spared the rounded by children reflect- Frank J. Dewane and Dr. Kristy nity, and also her dedicated staff, west Florida with ferocious winds wrath of Irma; in fact the damage ing the saint who developed the Swol, Diocese Superintendent of the supportive parents, and the and flooding rains, but the recov- spread out, leaving no part of the Catholic school system in the Schools, and Father Russell Rug- busy contractors for making the ery is well underway. While United States. That the school is giero, Seton Parish Administra- first day back a reality. the damage was extensive, Please see IRMA, A2 Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A2

Above, work is done Sept. 21 on the ceiling of the St. Elizabeth Seton Parish hall in Naples which was damaged during Hurricane Irma. At top right, Bishop Frank J. Dewane surveys the damage to St. Elizabeth Seton Church in Naples following Hurricane Irma. A large section of the roof was blown off causing debris and insulation to come into the church. Right, a temporary roof and other mitigation, including water removal and covering of pews, has been done to St. Elizabeth Seton Church in Naples since Hurricane Irma struck Sept. 10.

IRMA importance has been the health adjust schedules moving forward and safety of all people, meaning as they make up for time lost due From A1 buildings will not be reoccupied to the hurricane. Some schools until they are safe. were closed as few as seven days, In some cases, rebuilding is while others were closed 12 or 10-county Diocese unscathed. already taking place. At St. Eliza- more. Examples of measures be- Many businesses have suffered, beth Seton Parish, a section of the ing taken include giving up pre- leaving many without income for Church roof was blown off but scheduled half-days or profes- extended periods of time. has already been replaced. How- sional development days, or daily The Diocese of Venice, led by ever, interior water damage was adding 30 minutes of class time. Bishop Dewane and his senior extensive and those repairs will “Each school is in a different staff, has been working nonstop take months. situation,” Swol added. “Howev- to address the damage wrought At St. Ann Parish in Naples, the er, all schools will complete their since Hurricane Irma struck cupola was damaged but has al- academic year as planned and no Sept. 10 in Marco Island. ready been fixed. The elementary student will be left behind.” This work has included visiting school building has a great deal At the parish level, those im- properties to assess damage and of water, but the school reopened pacted the most, either through then bringing in mitigation work- on Sept. 25 with a reorganization damage, power loss or hurricane ers to prevent further problems. of classrooms into the middle recovery, are reassessing reli- Insurance claims have been filed school building. gious education classes that need and contractors are being con- To accommodate lost days, to be rescheduled or adjusted tacted to get work completed as Swol said each Diocesan Catho- to ensure everyone receives the quickly as possible. Of utmost lic school has taken measures to proper formation. n

HOW TO HELP

If you would like to make a financial donation to support the ongoing effort of Catholic Charities, visit www.catholiccharitiesdov.org and click on the Donate Now button, or send a check to: Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice Inc., ATTN: Hurricane Irma Relief, 5824 Bee Ridge Road, PMB 409, Sarasota, FL 34233-5065. Needed Items Food Charlotte County: Sacred Heart Parish If you would like to send items of need, Rice Beans 211 W. Charlotte Drive, Punta Gorda please choose from the list below and drop Cooking oil Maseca them off at regional locations. Financial 941-639-3957 contributions (such as Visa gift cards) are Baby items very welcome to be able to purchase the Sarasota County: necessities that are not donated. No dona- Diapers and wipes St. Thomas Moore Parish tion of clothes will be accepted. Baby food 2506 Gulf Gate Drive, Sarasota 941-923-1691 Cleaning Supplies Disaster Response Regional Drop-off Locations Lee County: Shockwave mold killer Our Lady of Light Parish Sprayers (to apply Shockwave) Manatee County: 19680 Cypress View Drive, Fort Myers Paper towels Buckets St. Joseph Parish 239-267-7088 Disinfecting wipes Mops 3100 26th St. W., Bradenton Rubber gloves Masks 941-756-3732 A3 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Oct. 6-19, 2017 Faithful help brothers and sisters in Christ

Bob Reddy of the Florida Catholic staff

FORT MYERS | In the weeks since Hurricane Irma disrupted the lives of so many in the Diocese of Venice, the outpouring of sup- port for those in desperate need has been inspiring. Countless people have donated food, water and more, delivering it to the most devastated areas of the Diocese — people help- ing their brothers and sisters in Christ. None sought recognition, but instead simply asked, “What else can I do to help?” Bishop Frank J. Dewane said he was impressed when he personally saw many volunteers at Catholic Members of the Knights of Columbus serve food at Our Lady of Charities Diocese of Venice Inc. Guadalupe Parish in Immokalee Sept. 23 in an area heavily impacted Hurricane Irma disaster response by Hurricane Irma. (COURTESY PHOTOS) sites where food and water were handed out. Offering prayers and words of encouragement, he saw the carloads of people need help- ing, but also there were carloads and truckloads of donations of water, nonperishable food and toi- letries coming in from anonymous donors to augment what was avail- able. “The people I saw coming to those recovery sites were in real need,” Bishop Dewane said. “There were young children who you know were struggling. In this context, people know they are needed and Students from Epiphany Cathedral Catholic School in Venice help come out to help. That was encour- fill a truck with Hurricane Irma relief supplies collected during the aging to see and bespeaks of who week of Sept. 18-22. More than 1,000 items were collected and sent we are as Catholics, helping our to the needy in Immokalee. brothers and sisters in need.” weeks. As Fox was trying to figure out KNIGHTS REACH OUT Nearby Resurrection Parish how to help, it became evident that Groups such as the Knights of filled a trailer, a van and a truck there was a growing need in Avon Columbus helped deliver supplies with supplies, as well as being the Park, Lake Placid and Sebring. Fox to needed locations and several A load of supplies from Our Lady of the Angels Parish in Lakewood conduit for Operation Barbecue was tasked to organize the parish councils brought their mobile bar- Ranch is collected following Hurricane Irma and was sent to St. Relief to ship 1,500 meals to St. Mi- directors of religious education becues and set up shop cooking hot Michael Parish in Wauchula. chael Parish in Wauchula. There from across the Diocese to help. meals. the food was served at the parish “I got the word out to my DREs The Knights from St. Katharine tralized locations and distributing people got power back, more do- and the missions in Zolfo Springs and there was an incredible re- Drexel and St. Andrew Parishes them to areas of greatest need. nated items. and Bowling Green. The Resurrec- sponse,” she explained. “Many in Cape Coral spent one weekend “This has been so incredible,” tion faithful then made relief supply parishes from all over the Diocese serving more than 1,500 meals at HELPING CLOSE TO said Father John Critch, St. Peter deliveries to Clewiston, Sebring and wanted to feed Wauchula and Avon Jesus the Worker Parish in Fort HOME AND FAR AWAY Pastor. “We are one of the hardest- Moore Haven. Park. Collections started coming in Myers, then repeated the feat the The response to the aftermath hit areas and everyone is going out Parishes in areas that were not from Fort Myers, Naples, Bradenton following weekend at Our Lady of of Hurricane Irma has been par- of their way to help. It is a reflection as impacted by Irma did their part and Sarasota.” Guadalupe Parish in Immokalee. ticularly vivid at the parish level, as on who we are at St. Peter’s.” with massive second collections With an urgent need, Fox The St. Agnes Parish Knights many served as Catholic Charities Heavy damage to many build- and food drives to support the vari- reached out to the people of Venice. in Naples also brought hot food to disaster response distribution sites. ings at St. John the Evangelist Par- ous Catholic Charities distribution A restaurant — “Made in Italy” — nearby parishes, including St. Eliz- Several parishes also helped their ish in North Naples did nothing to sites and parishes which serve sent out a social media request and abeth Seton Parish in Golden Gate own parishioners, being a central deter the faithful from reaching out poorer parts of the Diocese. the response was food and water and St. Peter the Apostle Parish in gathering site for spiritual as well as to do whatever they could. Each day arriving all the next day. A truck East Naples. Other Knights distrib- hurricane relief, or by being a col- as more donations came in, truck- RALLYING HELP from Wauchula picked up the food uted 800 meals for needy people at lection point and sending what was loads were sent out to either St. In the aftermath of the storm, the and water and the crisis passed, but St. Raphael Parish in Lehigh Acres, collected out into the local commu- Peter the Apostle or Guadalupe So- need was massive and everywhere. the need did not. As the week pro- and Knights at St. Columbkille Par- nity or the Diocese. cial Services of Catholic Charities In that process, not all areas were gressed, the supplies from across ish in Fort Myers served hot meals At St. Peter the Apostle Parish in Immokalee and to help restock able to get relief supplies quickly the Diocese were shared in Lake as well. in Naples, which had only minor the St. Vincent de Paul Society food but the needs only increased. One Placid, Sebring and Avon Park. “The Knights were everywhere,” damage, the volume of people com- bank stores. such instance was the response by “The incredible generosity I wit- explained Catholic Charities CEO ing into the disaster response site “The people of St. John’s are liv- scattered people who came togeth- nessed was undeniably one of the Peter Routsis-Arroyo. “They an- was overwhelming at times. The ing out our mission which is to er to help when the call came. most Christian acts I have ever seen swered calls for supplies and for demand was so high, and with the serve the Lord by serving others,” Ashley Fox, Diocese Director of from a community,” Fox said. transporting goods to places that FEMA aid coming in slowly at the said Father John Ludden, Pastor. Religious Education, received an That generosity has been repeat- needed it. They really stepped up beginning of the crisis, the dona- St. Cecilia Parish in Fort My- urgent call from St. Michael Par- ed over and over throughout the Di- when we needed it the most.” tions of everyday people made up ers was spared major damage but ish in Wauchula of a need for food. ocese by parishes, families and in- Moving forward the Knights the difference. Parishioners who has been a focal point of helping FEMA delivery trucks had been dividuals all lending their support of Columbus will be transporting had no damage either volunteered send relief supplies to the needy ordered but there was no ETA for in ways great and small for their donations dropped off at four cen- or brought in supplies. As more throughout Lee County for two when any might arrive. brothers and sisters in Christ. n Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A4 Catholic Charities at forefront of Irma relief effort Agency will be there for those in need during the long road to recovery

Bob Reddy While there were 12 official Hur- of the Florida Catholic staff ricane Irma disaster response dis- tribution points, a few other loca- NAPLES | Isabella Gutierrez feels tions received supplies as the needs blessed following Hurricane Irma, in some areas changed or became even though her East Naples home more apparent. is damaged and lots of water got in “When new needs arose, there through the roof and a broken win- was a call for help and the response dow. Her family of five is safe. was outstanding,” Routsis-Arroyo Gutierrez even had a smile on said. “It never ceases to amaze me her face when she walked out of about the generosity of people in the Ministry Center of St. Peter the times of crisis.” Apostle Parish in Naples Sept. 21 Bishop Frank J. Dewane said because Catholic Charities Diocese Catholic Charities in the Diocese of Venice Inc. has set up a Hurricane has been “doing a yeoman’s job Students from Bishop Verot Catholic High School in Fort Myers help load cars with food and water at Irma disaster response site and was in striving to get to those who are the Catholic Charities Galeana Center Sept. 23. The center is one of 12 Hurricane Irma disaster response giving out food and water. most severely impacted by the hur- sites set up by Catholic Charities. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) “We lost so much,” she explained ricane.” through her big smile and a few tears. “My babies are hot because NEXT PHASE the power is out. We ran out of food While the initial crisis has and the water doesn’t work. But we passed and the demand for food are going to be OK. The people of and water has dropped, the work Catholic Charities and St. Peter’s are of Catholic Charities is far from so wonderful and generous. I don’t over; in fact it is really just begin- know what we would have done. ning. Thank you. Thank you so much.” Sharon Aragona, COO of Catho- Tens of thousands of families lic Charities, said that as people got and individuals like the Gutierrez power back and water became safe family faced a similar struggle in to drink again, the needs of those the wake of Hurricane Irma, and most severely impacted by Irma are the first place they turned to, be- changing. cause of trust and a strong faith, “We are past the first phase, was the Church and Catholic Chari- which is responding to the immedi- ties. The Diocese, through Catholic ate aftermath of this disaster,” Arag- Charities, had set up 12 Hurricane ona said. “Now we need to focus on Irma disaster response distribution helping people rebuild their lives. Thousands of people have visited one of the 12 Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice Inc. Hurricane Irma points scattered through the most This means case management and disaster response sites including this one at St. Peter the Apostle Parish in Naples Sept. 21. heavily impacted areas of the Dio- support with getting people back cese. into their homes. Even if a family The basics of food and water were didn’t have serious damage in the Springs, and they will be in opera- available at each site, some from storm, many had time off from work tion through Oct. 13. Irma survivors donations of individuals, families, that they really could not afford. can call 1-888-507-2722 to get de- parishes, nonprofit groups and even Others had damage they cannot af- tails on the P-RACs in their area. corporations. The majority of what ford to take care of, and still others The P-RACs are a holistic com- was distributed was in the form needed to relocate.” munity-based approach to helping of FEMA disaster relief supplies, These unexpected expenses are families immediately after a di- which included cases of bottled wa- difficult in the best of times, but can saster hits. Led by rapid response ter and boxes of meals-ready-to-eat. be more devastating than the winds teams, the sites have volunteers Nearly 60 FEMA supply trucks, of Irma for low-income families. present to provide information on and an unknown number of other While Catholic Charities will FEMA, Small Business Administra- supply vehicles, brought the basics always accept donations of clean- tion, and other state and local di- to sites in Naples, Bonita Springs, ing supplies and food such as rice, saster programs, as well as provid- Immokalee, LaBelle, Fort Myers, beans and cooking oil, the real need ing some aid, hygiene kits, cleanup Clewiston, Moore Haven, Arcadia, is for financial donations, Routsis- buckets and registering households Lake Placid, Sebring and Wauchula. Arroyo said. “There is no doubt with Crisis Cleanup for muck-outs According to Peter Routsis-Ar- about it. If someone wants to help and debris removal. royo, Catholic Charities Diocese of now and for the foreseeable future, The P-RACs do not replace other Venice Inc. CEO, there are no firm monetary donations are desper- FEMA recovery operations, but figures on how many people were ately needed,” he said. “We are tran- rather complement those services aided with vital necessities of food sitioning into intensive long-term by being the initial face-to-face in- and water between Sept. 11 and disaster case management which teraction for survivors with their Oct. 1, but he estimated that at least helps people get back on their feet community in the road to recovery. 75,000 individuals and families and has a heavier financial com- Elizabeth Disco-Shearer, CEO were assisted. ponent. Catholic Charities will be of Disaster Services of SVDP-USA, “It is a huge number,” Routsis- helping people recover until there is was present during the volunteer Arroyo said. “The demand was great no longer a need.” training session, which took place and Catholic Charities stepped up to To aid in this effort, the Disaster at Resurrection Parish in Fort My- do what had to be done. The process Services of the Society of St. Vincent ers on Sept. 28. She said that people of getting supplies where they were de Paul-USA has set up five Par- will come to the P-RACs as a home A Catholic Charities volunteer hands out food at the Ministry Center needed wasn’t all smooth because ish Recovery Assistance Centers away from home. “It is up to all of us of St. Peter the Apostle Parish in Naples Sept. 21. The site is one of the disaster impacted such a huge (P-RACs), in Naples, Marco Island, to give them a spark of hope as they 12 Hurricane Irma disaster response distribution points operated in area of our Diocese.” L Fort Myers, Sebing and Bonita begin the road to recovery.” n the Diocese by Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice Inc. A5 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Oct. 6-19, 2017 Seminarian ordained as Florida transitional deacon Catholic Staff Report to a vocation to the priesthood, he DIOCESE OF VENICE entered seminary with the Diocese VATICAN CITY | Diocese of of Venice and then graduated from Vol. 78, No. 23 Venice seminarian Shawn Roser St. John Vianney College Seminary took a major step toward his dream in Miami, where he completed his 1000 Pinebrook Road of becoming a priest when he was college formation. He was then se- Venice, FL 34285 ordained to the transitional dia- lected to attend the Pontifical North 941-484-9543 • Fax 941-483-1121 conate during a Mass Sept. 28, at American College for his advanced the Altar of the Chair of St. Peter priestly studies and formation. PUBLISHER in the Papal Basilica of St. Peter in During the ordination, the new Bishop Frank Dewane the Vatican. Celebrated by Bishop deacons promised to live a life of DIOCESAN EDITOR James Checchio of the Diocese of prayer, celibacy and obedience Bob Reddy Metuchen, N.J., the ordination of to their Diocesan Bishop. Deacon [email protected] 31 men from the Pontifical North Roser will have an additional year 941-484-9543 American College is one of the final of theological studies and spiritual steps toward the priesthood. formation before being ordained • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: Present for the ordination was to the priesthood in 2018. 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Staff Report tions for refugees at Masses and to regularly pray for migrants. As the VENICE | On Sept. 27, Pope two-year campaign moves forward, Francis launched the worldwide, additional activities will be taking two-year “Share the Journey” cam- place. paign, calling on Catholics and the The USCCB statement announc- faithful to “encounter” migrants ing the start of the campaign notes and refugees in an effort to break that the pope is asking us to pray down barriers of fear, as well as and reflect and to use the aware- build bridges of understanding and ness we build to take action, both hospitality. personally and publically. To our Catholic Charities USA, Catholic Church, this campaign is an em- Relief Services and the U.S. Confer- bodiment of the biblical command ence of Catholic Bishops are part of to love our neighbor. a global network of Caritas organi- Pope Francis kicked off “Share zations participating in the cam- the Journey” at the Vatican with a paign. Together they have launched symbolic gesture of reaching out to a new website for the global “Share those displaced from their homes, the Journey” campaign in support who now number some 65 million of migrants and refugees around around the world, the biggest such the world. crisis since World War II. On the Diocese of Venice web- “The Holy Father wants us to site, a photo slideshow was posted feel this personally,” said Do- focusing on the issue, along with minican Sister Donna Markham, a video about a young woman, the President and CEO of Catholic Pictured is the Diocese of Venice logo for "Share the Journey," an initiative of Pope Francis reaching adult child of migrant workers, who Charities USA. “Each of us must out to migrants and refugees. is now program director for Catho- work to encounter the migrants lic Charities Guadalupe Social Ser- and refugees who are all around neys, and see them as our broth- nizations to take responsibility for control. vices in Immokalee. us. All too often, they seem invis- ers and sisters.” caring for forced migrants, most of More information about Parishes in the Diocese have ible to us. We need to hear their The campaign also calls for gov- whom are fleeing disasters — war, “Share the Journey” is available at been called to include special inten- stories, literally share their jour- ernments and international orga- famine, violence — beyond their sharejourney.org. n Diocesan V Encuentro segment wraps up

Bob Reddy of the Florida Catholic staff

FORT MYERS | The detailed process of getting feedback from the Hispanic/Latino Catholic faithful of the Diocese of Venice, as part of the larger national V Encuentro effort, has concluded. More than 2,000 people partici- pated in 16 different information sessions at parishes when feedback was solicited as to how the Diocese and the U.S. Bishops can better serve the Hispanic Catholic com- munity moving forward. In separate sessions in late Sep- tember, the priests, the Hispanic/ Latino community lay leaders, di- rectors of religious education and Parish youth directors heard how the first phase of the Encuentro Above and at right, Dr. Hosffman Ospino, a professor from Boston College and expert on the Hispanic Catholic population of the U.S., process went in the Diocese, and speaks to the priests and DREs separately at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice, and also to Hispanic lay leaders at Jesus the Worker Parish what will take place to address the in Fort Myers from Sept. 19-20 about the V Encuentro initiative. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) growing needs of this segment of the faith community. sor from Boston College and expert embracing this growing segment of One important item of solicited ofvenice.org/programs/hispanic- Supported by Bishop Frank J. on the Hispanic Catholic popula- the Catholic population. feedback that is being addressed apostolate/. Dewane and organized by Father tion of the U.S., spoke at Epiphany The main goal of the V Encuen- immediately is the great desire to “This is just the first step is re- Claudio Stewart, Director of the Di- Cathedral in Venice to the priests tro is to help Hispanic Catholics to have more faith formation pro- sponding to the solicited feedback ocese Office of Hispanic Ministries, one morning. That evening, Ospi- strengthen the ways in which His- grams in Spanish. Bishop Dewane needs of the Hispanic faithful of the seminars were each instructive no addressed Hispanic lay leaders panics/Latinos respond to the call announced that there will be a se- the Diocese,” Bishop Dewane said. and served as building blocks to at Jesus the Worker Parish in Fort to the new evangelization and their ries of opportunities for Hispanic “Time will be needed as more ini- expand the outreach to Hispanic Myers. Finally, he talked to DREs inculturation as missionary dis- Catholics to grow in their faith and tiatives get put into place in the near Catholics — the fastest-growing and youth directors the next day at ciples serving the entire Church in through use of the Spanish edition future.” n segment of the Catholic Church in Epiphany Cathedral, a talk simul- the United States. of the Catechism of the Catholic the U.S. and Southwest Florida. The cast to different parts of the Diocese The feedback solicited at the par- Church. These classes will start For more information about V Diocese of Venice currently offers to reach a maximum number of ish sessions and in completed on- in November and will be at differ- Encuentro and the Hispanic Out- Mass in Spanish in 32 of 62 par- people. Ospino congratulated each line surveys is being compiled and ent locations throughout the Dio- reach of the Diocese, contact Fa- ishes. group for taking this process seri- will be shared as part of the national cese. Registration is now ongoing ther Stewart at pastoralhispana@ Dr. Hosffman Ospino, a profes- ously and said it is a critical step in V Encuentro effort. and can be found at http://diocese dioceseofvenice.org. A7 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Oct. 6-19, 2017 40 Days for Life campaign begins

Bob Reddy any rights. of the Florida Catholic staff The Vigil in Fort Myers is tak- ing place Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-5 FORT MYERS | Now is the time to p.m., and on Saturdays, 9 a.m.-noon, let your voices be heard while remain- through Nov. 4. Bishop Frank J. De- ing prayerful and dedicated to the wane will celebrate a Mass in support cause of protecting the life of unborn of the Vigil Oct. 27 at St. Francis Xavi- children who face the death sentence er Parish, 2157 Cleveland Ave., Fort of abortion. Myers, and afterwards will lead the Dedicated people are standing vigil Prayer Vigil at College Parkway and in front of abortion facilities each day, Winkler Road. from Sept. 27 to Nov. 5, as part of the In Sarasota, the Vigil is taking 40 Days for Life peaceful prayer cam- place Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 paign here in the Diocese of Venice p.m., on Central Avenue in front and 375 cities throughout the United of the regional headquarters for States. The Fort Myers campaign Planned Parenthood. To register for kicked off with a candlelight Vigil an hour or an afternoon, please visit Sept. 26 as more than 50 people stood www.40daysforlife.com and choose in front of the Planned Parenthood your city. To coincide with the start of abortion center at College Parkway Respect Life Month, Oct. 1 has been and Winkler Road, following Mass at designated National Life Chain Sun- nearby Resurrection Parish. day now in its 30th year, which in- During the Vigil, a young mother cluded people lining up along major shared her story of feeling the pres- roadways focused in prayer for at-risk, sure to get an abortion when she had pre-born children, calling for an end an unplanned pregnancy at 17. She to the horror of abortion and wound- said she was proud of the choice she ing of women. made to save the unborn life grow- Within the Diocese of Venice, the ing inside of her. Happy and healthy Life Chain took place along U.S. 41 Top, More than 50 people take part in the Sept. 26 opening and the mother of two daughters, the in Naples, as the faithful too part candlelight Vigil for 40 Days young woman said abortion is an evil representing parishes across Collier for Life in Fort Myers. The Vigil, that has become too commonplace, County including a large group from seeking an end to abortion, undermining society and taking ev- St. William Parish at Seagate and U.S. runs until Nov. 5 in Fort Myers eryone away from Jesus. 41. Other Life Chains took place in and Sarasota. Right, on Oct. 1, Rick Hilldebrand, a member of the Avon Park, Immokalee, LaBelle and Respect Life Sunday and National Knights of Columbus who coordinates Sebring. Life Chain Sunday, the faithful the 40 Days for Life Vigil in Fort Myers Fred and Barb Goduti organized of St. William Parish in Naples with his wife, Paula, said that every- the Naples Life Chain at St. William and several other parishes line one who participates in the peace- Parish and were encouraged by the up along U.S. 41 praying for ful Vigil is there for a specific reason: large number of people, noting that an end to abortion, uniting praying for the end of abortion and for their presence will make a differ- with groups across the nation the life of the unborn who don’t have ence. n (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) Celebrating Mass at diocesan Catholic schools

Above, Bishop Frank J. Dewane celebrates Mass for the students of Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School in Sarasota Sept. 21. At right, following Mass Sept. 25, Bishop Frank J. Dewane presents eighth- graders from St. Andrew Catholic School in Cape Coral with pins marking them as leaders of the school. (PHOTOS BOB REDDY | FC) Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A8

military personnel encouraged Parish, 2514 Lee Blvd. 239-369- Join in praying for world peace. donation will be a great help and DIOCESAN EVENTS to wear uniform. Ample seating 1831. Free. 941-756-3732. amount will not be revealed to and parking. Gail Ardy, ardy@ recipient. Send $1 plus donation 40 Days for Life. The fall • Fort Myers area, “Rooted at White Mass, Oct. 18, 5:30 p.m., dioceseofvenice.org, 941-484-9543. to: VDCCW Seminarian Fund, campaign runs now through Nov. St. John XXIII,” first Thursdays, 7:15 St. Agnes Parish, 7775 Vanderbilt “Witnessing Faith with p.m. Kelly Evers, 239-561-3022. Beach Road, Naples, on the Cornelia Zanetti, 5808 Gulf Drive, 5 outside the Planned Parenthood No. 204, Homes Beach, FL 34217. abortion facilities on Central Bishop Dewane,” last Fridays, Legal help available for Feast of St. Luke, for all medical Avenue in Sarasota, and College 10:30 a.m., on 1660 AM in Naples, needy. Cenacle Legal Services Inc. professionals. A lecture and Sugar Bowl Show of Shows, Parkway and Winkler Road in and 1410 AM and 106.7 FM in Fort (CLS), a not-for-profit legal aid breakfast will follow on physician- Nov. 12, 2 p.m., Venice Performing Fort Myers. Join in praying and Myers. Listen anywhere online at organization, in partnership with assisted suicide. Cost: $25. www. Arts Center, Venice. Proceeds will witnessing for life by signing up RelevantRadio.com. Join Bishop the Diocese of Venice, serves legal stagnesnaples.org; Maggie Brady, go to the Sugar Bowl Fund for on your parish’s commitment Frank J. Dewane for his monthly needs of its income-eligible clients 239-592-1949. families in the community who are days or register directly online: talks. You can also find them at in South Sarasota County without “Growing Up in the Digital experiencing a financial hardship. www.40daysforlife.com (choose http://dioceseofvenice.org/our- regard to creed, race, age, sex, Age,” Oct. 19, 6:30 p.m., Epiphany Sponsored by Catholic Charities location). bishop/bishop-frank-j-dewane/. disability, ethnicity or status in the Cathedral School, 316 Sarasota and the local Knights of Columbus Councils. Feature Beatles tribute Red Masses, celebrated by Spiritual adoption and U.S. CLS attorneys volunteer pro St., Venice. Screening of movie Novena of Masses for Life, 25th bono. To request an appointment: “Screenagers, Growing Up In the act The Nowhere Band, with Bishop Frank J. Dewane to pray period costumes and authentic that the Holy Spirit grant graces of each month. Both began on 941-244-0308, CenacleLegal@gmail. Digital Age,” about the impact Solemnity of the Annunciation, com. CLS offices are located at 237 of the digital age on children instruments. Tickets: $25 or $35. and guidance upon those who www.veniceperformingartscenter. work in the civil system. March 25, and continue through N. Nassau St., Venice. Follow on and how to help them minimize Christmas. www.dioceseofvenice. Facebook at Cenacle Legal Services. harmful effects and find balance, com. • Oct. 23, noon, St. Catherine org/respectlife; Jeanne Berdeaux: followed by a talk. Free but Parish, 820 Hickory St., Sebring. Television Mass for the 941-441-1101, Berdeaux@ homebound in the northern reservations requested: burke@ • Oct. 24, 5:30 p.m., Ave Maria dioceseofvenice.org. portions of the Diocese, 9:30 ecstigers.com, 941-615-0284. MASSES/PRAYER School of Law, 1025 Commons 2018 Synod of Bishops a.m. on the CW Network; in the Faith and Ale, Oct. 19, Dec. 7 Circle, Naples. Preparatory Survey. In southern portions of the Diocese, and April 5, Resurrection Parish, SESSIONS • Oct. 25, 5:30 p.m., St. Martha anticipation of Synod of Bishops 10:30 a.m., on WFTX-TV (FOX- Fort Myers; Nov. 9 and Jan. 18, Parish, 200 N. Orange St., Sarasota. First Friday Holy Hour in Rome in October regarding 4). Check your local listings for Our Lady of Light Parish, Fort Adoration with chant choir, 6-7 End-of-Life Decisions: A young people, the Synod Office has channel information. Leaflet Myers; Feb. 15, St. Columbkille p.m., St. Peter the Apostle Parish, Catholic Perspective, Oct. 28, 9 developed an anonymous online missals are available upon request Parish, Fort Myers; March 15 (joint 5130 Rattlesnake Hammock Road, a.m.-noon, St. Charles Borromeo survey for those 16-29 to give by calling 941-484-9543 and asking meeting with Faith and Wine Lee Naples. 239-774-3337. Parish, 2500 Easy St., Port Charlotte. them an opportunity to cooperate about the TV Mass or by writing: County), St. Leo the Great Parish, Spanish prayer group, “Oasis Deacon Al Mauriello, M.D., and directly with the Synod process. TV Mass, Diocese of Venice, 1000 Bonita Springs. Faith and Ale is de Agua Viva,” Thursdays 7-9 F. Michael Gloth, M.D., of Naples Available in English or Spanish at: Pinebrook Road, Venice, FL 34285. a Catholic apostolate that offers p.m., St. Jude Parish, 3930 17th St., will share their expertise and https://survey-synod2018.glauco.it/ Gail Ardy: 941-486-4714, ardy@ men an encounter with Catholic Sarasota. Patty Vargas: 941-228- answer questions. Berdeaux@ limesurvey/index.php/147718. dioceseofvenice.org. faith and Christ through fellowship 3431; or Pia Alvia: 941-773-0326. dioceseofvenice.org, 941-374-1068. Save the dates. Diocesan Safe Environment training. and quality Catholic speakers. Novena of life to the Youth Rally, Nov. 4, Charlotte Women’s Conference, Feb 3, 2018, As part of the Safe Environment Information and tickets: www. Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Harbor Event Center, Punta Gorda. Bishop Verot High School, Fort Program, the Diocese of Venice faithandale.com. Immaculate Heart of Mary, For seventh- to 12th-graders. Myers; Diocesan Men’s Conference, requires that all employees and Faith and Wine, Lee County, first Fridays after 11 a.m. Mass, St. Presenters include Paul Kim, Sara Feb 24, 2018, Bishop Verot High those volunteers who work with Oct. 27, Resurrection Parish; Nov. Joseph Parish, 3100 26th St. W., Swafford, and the Ike Ndolo Band. School, Fort Myers; Anniversary children and/or vulnerable adults 30, Our Lady of Light Parish; Jan. Bradenton. Ada Feldman: 941-755- Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Mass (North), Epiphany Cathedral, be fingerprinted and trained in 11, St. Columbkille Parish; Feb. 3951. Frank J. Dewane. Registration Venice, Feb 17, 2018; Anniversary Safe Environment. For class times 22, Our Lady of Light Parish, each ONLY through local Parish youth Mass (South), St. Leo the Great and locations, contact your local in Fort Myers; and March 15, a Tridentine Latin Mass, group, religious education program Parish, Bonita Springs, March 10, parish or Diocesan school or visit joint meeting with Faith and Ale, Sundays, 8:30 a.m., St. Agnes or Catholic school. George Smith, 2018. www.dioceseofvenice.org. Report St. Leo the Great Parish, Bonita Parish Chapel, 7775 Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. Confession, [email protected]. World Youth Day 2019. all abuses against minors to the Springs. Doors open at 6 p.m. Faith 30 minutes before Mass begins in Rescheduled Charismatic Diocese is planning a group trip Florida Department of Children and Wine Lee County is a Catholic chapel. 239-262-8127, oremus@ Renewal Golden Jubilee to World Youth Day 2019 in and Families at 1-800-962-2873. To faith community socially uniting naples.net. Celebration, Nov. 5, noon-8 Panama, Jan. 19-28, 2019. Includes report abuse by Diocesan personnel women to develop friendships and p.m., Charlotte Harbor Event four-star hotel accommodations, or volunteers, call the Diocesan apply the Gospel to lives. Dynamic Tridentine Latin Mass, & Convention Center, Punta nonstop flights and other perks. Victims Assistance Coordinator speakers share their stories and Sundays, 12:15 p.m. (2:15 p.m. in Gorda. A notification has been Contact your Parish youth director, Barbara DiCocco at 941-416-6114. spark conversation. Season tickets: season), Resurrection Parish, 8121 sent to all existing registrants DRE, or George L. Smith, Diocese $40. Information and to register: Cypress Lake Drive, Fort Myers. and registration remains open. Youth and Young Adults Director, www.faithandwineleecounty.com. 239-481-7171. Theme: “A New Pentecost for [email protected], 941- COMMUNITY Benefit concert, Oct. 28, 6 Eucharistic Adoration, a New Evangelization.” Joint 484-9543. p.m., Wyndemere Country Club, Tuesdays, 8:30-11:30 a.m., except English/Spanish session for Courage Apostolate, for EVENTS Naples, starringPaul Todd and Paul holidays and holy days, St. youth 13-17. Dynamic speakers, Todd Jr. Benefits the Judy Sullivan Elizabeth Seton Parish, 5260 28th men and women with same-sex Public Square Rosary Crusade praise and worship, Eucharistic Family Resource Center of Catholic Ave. S.W., Naples. 239-455-3900, attraction, to diminish fear, anxiety, prayer walk, Oct. 14, noon, Adoration, reconciliation and Holy Charities which serves those in ext. 201. misunderstanding, misguided in front of Fort Myers Planned Mass. Adults: $20; youth: $10. need in Naples with programs and Eucharistic adoration, first compassion, and resentment or Parenthood, College Parkway Registration: www.dioceseofvenice. services to achieve self-sufficiency Fridays, 6 p.m., with chant choir, anger. It will also help ensure that and Winkler Road. Sponsored by org. Information: www.dvccr.org. and is currently undergoing St. Peter the Apostle Parish, 5130 those with same-sex attraction America Needs Fatima to coincide a major reconstruction. Silent Rattlesnake Hammock Road, Post-abortion reconciliation will not look outside the Catholic with the 100th anniversary of auction, cocktails and dinner, Naples. 239-774-3337. and healing. Don’t suffer in Church for assistance. Initially, Miracle of the Sun at Fatima, followed by the show. Cost: $60 silence. There is healing through a chapter will meet in Port Portugal. Prayers for intercessions Eucharistic adoration, Fridays, includes dinner and show. Cash Project Rachel. Next gathering: Nov. Charlotte area for those from both of Blessed Virgin Mary to bless 9 a.m.-9 p.m. (excluding Good bar. Reservations: Lynn, 239-370- 11. Contact Fonda, 239-719-7210, Sarasota and Fort Myers. Contact America. All are welcome. Friday); and Mondays, 9 a.m.-10 project.rachel@dioceseofvenice. Franciscan Father James Gigliotti, 7872; Monica, 239-470-2035. a.m. (Oct.-May), St. Frances X. Celtic Country benefit org, for confidential details and current Chaplain: 817-229-0752. Priesthood Sunday prayer Cabrini Parish, 12001 69th St. E., bash, Oct. 14, 6-10 p.m., St. John location. Video testimonials: www. Local Courage email: courage@ cards. The Council of Catholic Parrish, 941-776-9097. Neumann Catholic High School, dioceseofvenice.org/offices/respect- dioceseofvenice.com. Women of the Diocese of 3000 53rd St. S.W., Naples. Benefits Eucharistic adoration, Fridays, life/post-abortion-help. Venice invite you to join them in Young adult opportunities. scholarship fund. Music by the noon-7 p.m., Epiphany Cathedral celebrating Priesthood Sunday, Vocation Awareness The Diocese of Venice offers many Ben Allen Band. Food from Black Parish, 350 Tampa Ave. W., Venice. Oct. 29, in a special way by sending Weekend, Nov. 10-12, St. John opportunities for young adults Eyed BBQ. Beer, wine, soft drinks. Private prayer and Benediction. your priests a VDCCW Seminarian Vianney College Seminary, Miami. to build communities. Through Sponsored by Kelleher Firm. 941-484-3505. Fund “In Honor Of” card. Every This seminary visit is open to programs like Theology on Tap, Tickets: $20. 239-455-3044. young men 16 and older. Time of intramural sports teams, and Rescheduled Blue Mass, Oct. prayer, talks, sports, and other fun Parish-organized social events, 15, 10 a.m., Our Lady of Lourdes, activities with seminarians and there is something available 1301 Center Road, Venice. Knights priests of St. John Vianney. No cost for everyone throughout the of Columbus Council 9924 invites and transportation is provided. Diocese. Young adults (18-39) are all to honor active, retired or Vocations Director Father Eric encouraged to participate in these deceased first responders. All Scanlan, scanlan@dioceseofvenice. opportunities to enrich their faith welcome. Reception follows in org; Vocations Office, 941-486- and make friends: Parish center. 4720. • Naples area, Theology on Contemplative sung rosary, Veterans Day Mass, Nov. Tap, Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., first Oct. 15, 3 p.m., St. Joseph Parish, 11, 2:45 p.m., Sarasota National Tuesdays, St. John the Evangelist 3100 26th St. W., Bradenton. Cemetery, 9810 State Road 72/ Parish; second Tuesdays, St. Agnes Special presentation by St. Joseph Clark Road. Eighth consecutive Parish; third Tuesdays, St. Peter the Music Makers and area musicians year for the Mass celebrated by Apostle Parish; fourth Tuesdays, St. praying the luminous mysteries Bishop Frank J. Dewane along William Parish. 10075-1006 through Scripture and song on with the priests and deacons of • Lehigh Acres area, LOFT, the Diocese. All are invited; active 100th anniversary of the final third Mondays, 6 p.m., St. Raphael apparition of Our Lady at Fatima. A9 FLORIDA NEWS Florida Catholic Oct. 6-19, 2017 $2 million in hurricane relief donated to Florida dioceses Jean Gonzalez of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin lic Charities USA will be added to of the Florida Catholic staff Islands, which suffered catastroph- funds donated during weekend ic damage following Hurricane collections held at the parish level. CLEARWATER | Catholic Chari- Maria. Sister Markham explained Bishop Dewane reiterated how ev- ties has played a crucial role in while there is a Catholic Charities ery portion of dollars donated will emergency response and long-term presence on both islands, staffers go directly to people in need. recovery efforts in the aftermath of a single office serving the com- “Buildings can be replaced, and of this season’s devastating hurri- monwealths will be overwhelmed lives will be put together as best as canes. with the great need and suffering of could be,” he said. In a show of solidarity and sup- residents. Along with prayers, Sister Each diocese director of Catholic port of those efforts, Dominican Sis- Markham said she urges residents Charities was invited to receive a ter Donna Markham, president and of the United States to continue with check from Sister Markham. Sheila CEO of Catholic Charities USA, trav- their generosity to aid their fellow Gomez, executive director of Catho- eled to Florida Sept. 19, to offer kind Americans in the Caribbean. lic Charities for the Diocese of Palm words and funds to each of Florida Peter Routsis-Arroyo, CEO of Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice Inc., “Across the nation we serve 9 mil- Beach, offered heartfelt thanks for six dioceses and one archdiocese. second from left, offers thanks for funds earmarked for emergency lion people in need within 167 dio- the funds. Gary Tester, executive di- Under a pavilion used for meals and services following Hurricane Irma presented to him by Sister Donna ceses through about 2,000 service rector of Catholic Charities of Cen- intake/registration of residents at Markham, executive director and CEO of Catholic Charities USA, agency locations,” Sister Markham tral Florida, accepted the check on Pinellas Hope, a transitional hous- second from right. Also on hand were Leroy Jackson, far left, chair said. “This (latest campaign) is a behalf of the Orlando Diocese. He ing facility in Clearwater, repre- of the board of directors for the Venice Diocese, and Bishop Frank dramatic expression of our min- said he was grateful for the funds, sentatives from Catholic Charities J. Dewane of Venice, far right. (PHOTOS BY JEAN GONZALEZ | FC) istry. We want to share the bounty and for the “tremendous” network- agencies from across Florida gath- of the generosity of the American ing that occurs between Florida ered with Bishop Gregory Parkes of lars but there is more help to come.” received $2 million, and 100 percent people who have joined in solidarity Catholic Charities agencies so that St. Petersburg and Bishop Frank J. It had only been a short time be- of it would go to Catholic Charities (in the aftermath of the hurricanes). resources get to people in need Dewane of Venice for the check dis- fore her visit to Florida that Sister in Texas.” These donations come with a lot of across the state. tributions that would total $2 mil- Markham made a similar visit to With Irma being forecast as a heart.” Peter Roustis-Arroyo accepted a lion in donated funds for Hurricane Catholic Charities directors in Tex- monster storm, Sister Markham Bishop Dewane, who serves as check on behalf of Catholic Chari- Irma relief. as, which saw devastation courtesy asked that that same button be a liaison between Florida’s bishops ties Diocese of Venice Inc., where he “I know that many of you are here of Hurricane Harvey. She explained changed from “Hurricane Harvey and the various Catholic Chari- serves as executive director. He ex- at a price. This is a very difficult time how when Harvey began to stir, Relief” to “Hurricane Relief.” With- ties in the state, thanked Sister plained there are 12 disaster recov- for you, and you are working to heal she asked that a text-to-give but- in another week, another $2 million Markham for her generosity and ery centers throughout the 10-coun- and reaching out to the people you ton be put on the Catholic Charities would be collected, which would regarded the directors present as ty diocese. And the need is great. serve,” Sister Markham said at the USA website to generate a donation benefit Florida’s Catholic Charities “strong leaders.” But he added they “Driving through Bonita Springs podium, with a backdrop of blue stream. She hoped a preliminary re- agencies. are also “exhausted” after the emo- today, along 41, you will still see tents and single-person, air-con- sult would at least hit $50,000. Sister Markham said donations tional and physical demands of houses 6 to 8 feet under water,” he ditioned Hope Cottages, that were “In three days we had collected continue to stream in, including an- making sure funds and goods get to said. “This storm will affect people developed from used shipping con- $1 million,” she recalled. “By the other $1 million. Most likely further the people in need. months and years to come. But we tainers. “These are emergency dol- time we cut the check for Texas, we funds will be used for U.S. territories The funds offered by Catho- are here for the long haul.” n Florida Keys faces cleanup, housing challenge after Irma

Staff report unusable and will need to be rebuilt munity leaders to rally resources for and you can tell it was a labor of love, Hollen Cates, wife of the mayor and to code at a higher level; the rectory the Florida Keys. and we can’t thank you enough,” first lady of Key West, who is a board BIG PINE KEY | It’s an unset- is uninhabitable and will need to be “Today with this truckload of Angelina Castillo Kelley, a housing member at Samuel’s House, told tling view from the Overseas High- reconstructed, he noted. items we brought to donate to indi- manager for a Key West Housing the Florida Catholic that the area is way glancing toward St. Peter the Irma will be remembered as viduals, the elderly and low-income Authority residence for senior citi- ready to start getting back to normal Fisherman Parish, where Hurri- one of the Atlantic’s strongest hur- individuals, it is a humbling experi- zens, told the Miami volunteers who as much as possible. cane Irma’s formidable storm surge ricanes on record, with peak winds ence and I can’t say enough about left donations for the elderly public “Key West is ready (for people to washed over this landmark Keys of 185 mph, and Category 4 strength the groups who collected the out- housing unit. return), and Key West didn’t get hit church, leaving the stench of sea when it landed in the Florida Keys. pouring of support,” Nunez told the Along the way, the group were as bad as the other Keys 20 miles muck and ruin. From Key Largo to Key West, the Florida Catholic newspaper of the greeted by grateful “conchs,” Key north of us, and actually we are try- A lone statue of Our Lady sits in area is littered with storm-related Miami Archdiocese. “It has been West natives, including relatives of ing to help those poor people. I think the rear of the property between a wreckage of varying degrees, rais- wonderful to see up close and per- Key West Mayor Craig Cates. from Sugarloaf to Big Pine and Mar- parking space and a stand of palm ing concerns about housing pros- sonal that people make a difference Celice Cates-Gegg, the mayor’s athon were among the worst hit.” trees. A pile of canned goods from pects especially for the many local and it is important to get involved sister who identified herself as a staff Elmiro Lito, Samuel House the parish pantry lay heaved in the employees and retirees who call this and engaged in your community.” person at the senior citizen housing founder and CEO, expressed con- briny mud. A team of maintenance region home. Led by the efforts of St. Timo- facility, said most residents stayed cern for trailer park residents in men appeared overwhelmed as they “We have said it will be a long thy parishioners Lourdes Mestre during the storm. the Florida Keys, including those in frantically looked for the master process for recovery and I believe and Maria Blanco in Miami, along With the power out here for sev- Stock Island just north of Key West, valve to try to pressurize the water that is true, but I am very encour- with their husbands and other vol- eral days, everybody living on the farther north of here in Big Pine Key, system. aged by the recovery efforts I see unteers, the post-hurricane team top floors couldn’t come down the and for others situated off the main And adjacent to the parish prop- here — even from one week ago I deployed a 26-foot truck full of elevators, “which was a little aggra- roads. “The government needs to erty, the American Red Cross has see a huge difference,” said Rep. Jea- donated bottled water, foodstuffs, vating, but the good side of that was get more inland to reach those peo- established a tent city — its tempo- nette Nunez, a Miami Republican cleaning supplies, toiletries and they got up and moved around; they ple who can’t reach their trailers and rary regional operations center and who chairs the House Select Com- other items much of which were ul- had to go up and down the stairs there are people actually starving staff residence for the Florida Keys mittee on Hurricane Response and timately deposited at a regional food and they were walking more” and on Big Pine Key, and they have to get post-Irma. Preparedness in Florida. bank operation underway at St. Jus- commenting on the benefits of that, back in there and see who is hurt- The picture is a visible confirma- Nunez and her staff joined an ad tin the Martyr Parish in Key Largo. Gegg noted. ing,” Lito told the Florida Catholic. tion that the Big Pine and Marathon hoc convoy of relief supplies gath- Led by an courtesy escort vehicle “These donations make them Samuel House had evacuated its areas are among Florida’s ground ered at a dozen Catholic parishes from Miami-Dade Fire Department, feel loved and that somebody cares, residents to Miami during the storm zero for 2017’s most powerful Atlan- in schools in the Miami area and the caravan made its first round of because there are a lot of them here but now is full again and turning tic hurricane. delivered to sites throughout the stops in Key West, where they dis- that don’t have any family or they people away who suddenly need In an online message to his Florida Keys on Sept. 26 by a team of tributed supplies at low-income cut ties because they came to live housing following the hurricane. community, Father Jesus Medina, volunteers organized by the Miami housing residences for the elderly the Key West lifestyle and now they State officials said the Florida pastor of St. Peter, confirmed that Archdiocesan Missions Office. and separately for women and chil- are 65 years old and still in Key West Keys would officially reopen for visi- Hurricane Irma’s greatest church Nunez, who has a vacation home dren, as well as at the Basilica School but they are elderly and limited.” tors and local tourism Oct. 1, three property destruction was probably in the Keys, said she also was tour- of St. Mary Star of the Sea. Nearby at Samuel’s House shel- weeks ahead of its projected sched- here and that the church building is ing the area and meeting with com- “This was extremely generous ter for women and children, Cheryl ule n Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic FLORIDA NEWS A10 respect life conference ‘For the Least of Them’ theme of annual conference Jean Gonzalez A SESSION FOR highlight the unborn child more 21 and other intellectual disorders discuss two critical issues — one of the Florida Catholic staff significantly. In the past 43 years, of genetic origin and their families. on the fallout of reproductive tech- CLERGY we are still trying to solve our so- The planning committee is working nology and the other will be an ORLANDO | While the respect The 31st annual statewide cial problems by turning to killing,” closely with Sister Lidia Valli, exec- end-of-life panel. Angelique Ruhi life umbrella covers many different Respect Life Conference will feature Crown said, adding the dimension utive director of the Marian Center, Lopez and Carmen Santamaria, issues, Joan Crown doesn’t mince a complimentary closed session for of also highlighting the unborn to showcase the work of the center co-authors of “The Infertility Com- words when asked about the singu- priests, deacons, and seminarians with a disability. “Seeing the tragic that serves young people and adults panion for Catholics,” will offer the lar focus of this year’s state Respect Oct. 20. It will consist of the follow- story of Charlie Gard unfold, and with learning disabilities, including first panel with Father Alfred Cioffi, Life Conference. ing talks: how his parents’ rights and desire Down syndrome. The Marian Cen- a priest of the Miami Archdiocese “We started talking about the fo- • 1:30 p.m., Dr. Anthony Leva- for their child until the end were not ter bell choir will perform. and a senior fellow of the National cus being on the unborn child over tino, former Texas abortionist: Help- respected, that also offered confir- “Down syndrome people are dis- Catholic Bioethics Center. Father a year ago,” said Crown, the arch- ing priests understand the lies and mation of the direction we chose for appearing. There are waiting lists Cioffi will head the second panel diocesan director of Respect Life deceptions of the abortion industry. this year’s conference.” for centers (like the Marian Center) with Ingrid Delgado of the Florida Ministry, said. “We felt the Lord was • 2:30 p.m., Dr. Alveda King, The two-day event will explore for adults, but not waiting lists for Conference of Catholic Bishops and calling us in that direction.” niece of Dr. Martin Luther King the theme, “For the Least of Them.” young people,” Crown said. Dr. Sandra Rodríguez Dávila, geri- The Miami Archdiocese plays Jr.: Importance of the priests’ role A highlight of Friday will be a trib- The second day of the conference atric psychiatrist and member of host to the 31st annual confer- defending the least among us. ute to the late Dr. Jerome Lejeune, a will include speakers, such as Alve- the Catholic Medical Association. ence to be held Oct. 20-21 at the • 3:30 p.m., Donna Gardner: French pediatrician and geneticist da C. King, director of civil rights for On Saturday there will be two Bonaventure Resort and Spa Con- Ministering to the post-aborted in credited with the discovery of the the unborn for Priests for Life, and opportunities for Mass, including a ference Center in Weston. While the confessional. extra copy of chromosome 21 that Dr. Anthony Levatino, former Texas morning Mass celebrated by Bishop many dioceses across the state This session will take place in leads to Down syndrome. A devout abortionist who will speak about Felipe Estevez of St. Augustine and support pregnancy care centers, the amphitheater of the conference Catholic, Lejeune was also a vocal his former career and his conver- an afternoon vigil Mass celebrated Crown said the Miami Archdiocese center. and longtime opponent of abortion sion to become a pro-life advocate. by Archbishop Thomas Wenski of is Florida’s only diocesan entity that and advocate for pro-life issues, His keynote is titled, “Recognizing Miami. staffs and runs pregnancy help cen- which led Pope John Paul II to tap the Humanity of the Unborn Child.” The cost of the conference ters, five in total, which offer a clear the country had almost eradicated him to develop and lead the Pontifi- Donna Gardner, executive di- is $90 or $100 at the door. For sense of what can be lost physically, children born with Down syn- cal Academy for Life. rector of Magdalene’s Joy from the more information, visit www. emotionally and mentally because drome because of an increase in the His widow will be on hand for Palm Beach Diocese, will offer sto- respectlifemiami.org/2017-state- of abortion. The calling to focus on abortion rate of fetuses that tested the tribute along with the president ries of post-abortion healing oc- conference.html, call 954-981-2922 the unborn became more clear as possible for the genetic anomaly. of the Jerome Lejeune Institute, curring in an unlikely place: men’s or email stateconference2017@ news from Iceland reported that “It confirmed our decision to which serves patients with trisomy prison. Two panel discussions will respectlifemiami.org. n High court stays Georgia inmate’s execution amid claims of racial bias a stay at the U.S. Supreme Court. response to pending executions. brix lured the two people outside to much less relief in capital cases. Florida still on track Three justices — Clarence Thomas, “In the Catholic tradition, both murder them, Lambrix has consis- They receive over 10,000 cases each Samuel Alito and Neil Gorsuch — personal and communal liturgi- tently contended that Moore asked year and of those less than 100 are to execute second dissented from the high court’s de- cal prayer are sources of spiritual Bryant outside, and some moments granted review,” Lambrix wrote. cision, saying they would not have strength for living out the pro-life later, Lambrix went outside to find “The odds are significantly against inmate in less than granted the stay. commitment of the Gospel of Je- Moore on top of Bryant, killing the me and in 34 years of dealing with Georgia law does not allow for sus Christ,” said Karen Clifton, 19-year-old. That led Lambrix to at- this, nothing has ever gone my two months racial bias to be taken into account the Catholic Mobilizing Network’s tack Moore in an act of self defense. way. The only real surprise is that in capital cases, so Tharpe’s law- executive director, in a statement. During his time on death row, I wasn’t put to death many years Catholic News Service yers looked to the Supreme Court “Our prayer is often a source of Lambrix wrote a book — “To Live ago.” because in March in a 5-3 vote, it strength for others, particularly as and Die on Death Row” — where Unfortunately, Florida’s Su- recognized such bias in a Colo- we pray for those to be executed, he recounted his life, the fateful preme Court unanimously rejected WASHINGTON | A Georgia rado case. When a juror “makes a their families, the victims and the night in February and his trial. He Lambrix’s appeal Sept. 26, saying: death-row inmate’s scheduled ex- clear statement that indicates he victim’s families.” described the trial as the following: “There is no evidence, other than ecution late Sept. 26 was stayed or she relied on racial stereotypes The organization highlighted the “In opening arguments the state Lambrix’s self-serving belated as- by the Supreme Court just hours or animus to convict a criminal pending executions of six inmates: prosecutor Randall McGruther sertions of self-defense, that sup- before he was to have been put to defendant,” such laws, like the one Jeffrey Borden and Torrey McNabb conceded that there were no eye- ports his theory.” His lawyers also death. Keith Tharpe had argued in Georgia, are invalidated, Justice in Alabama, and Robert Pruett, An- witnesses, no physical or forensic argued Lambrix should be re- that one juror in his murder trial Anthony Kennedy wrote in the ma- thony Shore and Clinton Lee Young, evidence, and no confessions to sentenced because jurors did not voted for capital punishment be- jority opinion in Pena-Rodriguez v. all in Texas, but took special note of support his theory of alleged pre- unanimously recommend a death cause Tharpe is African-American. Colorado. the case of Michael Lambrix in Flor- meditated murder.” sentence at his trial, but the judges Tharpe was convicted of the Tharpe’s attorneys claimed Gat- ida, slated to be put to death Oct. 5. The entire case hinged on tes- made no mention of that in their murder of his sister-in-law, Jacque- tie’s statements during jury selec- Lambrix has been on death row timony by Lambrix’s girlfriend, ruling. lin Freeman, on Sept. 25, 1990 — 27 tion that he could be fair and that since his conviction in 1984 of mur- who did not see anything that hap- “That does not mean that I’m years and one day before the sched- he had no connection to the case dering Aleisha Bryant and Clarence pened, changed her story several throwing in the towel. I will contin- uled execution. He never denied were violations of Tharpe’s right to Moore Jr. in rural Glades County. At times under duress, and who was ue to fight this fight until I breathe killing Freeman, but contended an impartial trial as guaranteed by the time of his conviction, Lambrix reported as having an inappropri- my last breath,” Lambrix wrote in one now-dead juror, Barney Gattie, the Sixth Amendment. was 24 years old. ate relationship with an investiga- his blog. “I can’t stop the state of in an interview seven years after Through July, 16 executions While the state argued he killed tor for the prosecution. Lambrix’s Florida from killing me for a crime the sentencing wondered “if black have been carried out this year in both victims, Lambrix has not case has caught the attention of I didn’t commit. But that doesn’t people even have souls” based on the United States, according to the waivered in his version of the story the Southern Law Poverty Center, mean that I won’t do all I can to stop his reading of the Bible. Death Penalty Information Center. where he was innocent of the mur- Amnesty International and Florid- them from doing that.” Gattie also used a racial slur to Last year, it said, 30 death sentences der of Bryant and killed Moore in ians for Alternatives for the Death The Catholic Mobilizing Net- describe some black people and were issued — the lowest number self defense. The victims were killed Penalty. work also urged Catholics to sign said Tharpe, now 59, “who wasn’t since the death penalty was rein- in February 1983 at Lambrix’s resi- Lambrix also contributes to an the National Catholic Pledge to in the ‘good’ black folks category stated 40 years ago — and 20 people dence. After meeting the couple in a online blog. In his latest post at End the Death Penalty at https:// in my book, should get the electric were executed, the lowest number bar, Lambrix, then 22 years old, in- press time (Sept. 23), he wrote about catholicsmobilizing.org/action/ chair for what he did.” since 1991. vited the couple to his house which his lawyers working on appeals pledge. It noted that among the Tharpe’s attorneys had unsuc- In conjunction with Respect Life he shared with a girlfriend. with the higher courts. many who have already signed is cessfully appealed earlier in the day Month in October, the Catholic Mo- It was there the state’s version “But I don’t want to get my hopes Sister Helen Prejean, a Sister of St. to the Georgia Supreme Court to bilizing Network to End the Use of of the events clash with Lambrix’s up. I know only too well that the Su- Joseph of Medaille. n stop the execution, before winning the Death Penalty urged prayer in version. While the state said Lam- preme Court rarely grants review, A11 NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS Florida Catholic Oct. 6-19, 2017 Devastation leaves Puerto Ricans incommunicado Florida residents WHERE TO GET seeking ways to INFORMATION The webpage of the Puerto Rico get in touch with Federal Affairs Administration is providing the following contact families, send relief information to help people get in touch with their relatives on the ROCÍO GRANADOS island: of La Voz Católica staff • For general information and help: 202-800-3133 or maria1@ prfaa.pr.gov. MIAMI | Zorybel González • The webpage is http://prfaa. Colón, a Puerto Rican resident of pr.gov/. Florida, said she’s mentally pre- The Univision network has devel- pared to have no communication oped a map of Puerto Rico where with her family for at least one people can click to view the latest month. information about their hometowns “I imagine they’re at home, com- or get in contact with their families. pletely unable to communicate,” The shortened link is: http://bit. said González, who has all her ly/2yoFD5b. family and friends on the island. She added that she’s worried about them, “but I have to remain calm so relatives are understandable given they can remain calm.” that the images posted on social Thousands of Puerto Ricans who media — which has played a pre- A woman carries bottles of water and food during a distribution of relief items Sept. 24 in San Juan, live outside the island are experi- eminent role in providing the most Puerto Rico, days after Hurricane Maria. (Alvin Baez, Reuters | CNS) encing the same thing. Hurricane up-to-date news — depict a cata- Maria, which ravaged the U.S. com- strophic situation. health services could be restored after clearing the roads. She noted out electricity, destroying at least monwealth as a Category 4 storm “It is the worst hurricane in the and the work of rebuilding the in- that only about 25 percent of the cell 1,000 homes that had already been Sept. 20, has left the island devas- history of Puerto Rico,” said the is- frastructure could begin. tower antennas were working and affected by Irma, and forcing the tated and with no means of com- land’s governor, Ricardo Roselló, af- The San Juan airport reopened communication was intermittent, evacuation of 17,000 people. munication. ter the eye of hurricane, with winds Sept. 24 for limited commercial depending on the company provid- On Sept. 22, Maria continued its “We’re getting very strong winds; clocked at 155 mph, entered Puerto flights. The Puerto Rican commu- ing the service. path through the Caribbean, hit- even so we are well, thanks be to Je- Rican territory at approximately 6 nity in Florida, in the meantime, Puerto Rico has a massive debt ting the Turks and Caicos and the sus,” were the last words González a.m. Sept. 20. embarked on an effort of collect- of $120 billion, and the cost of the Bahamas with Category 3 winds of heard from her family, via text at The island’s nearly 3.5 million ing relief supplies — water, canned damages caused by Maria has yet 125 miles an hour. 6:51 a.m. that Wednesday morning. residents lost all means of com- foods, generators, battery-operated to be calculated. Some legislators According to figures provided González’s parents, her brother, munication and many towns were fans — to send to the island. have asked for a financial bailout of by the Puerto Rican government as grandparents and uncles decided to totally isolated. The hurricane un- The day after the storm, the U.S. the island, but that would require of Sept. 25, Maria was responsible wait for the hurricane in their home leashed flooding caused by the ris- government declared 54 Puerto Ri- an act of Congress. for six confirmed deaths in Puerto in Villalba, in the central southern ing rivers, vast damages to homes can municipalities as disaster zones Hurricane Maria made history Rico. Additionally, about 15,000 part of the island near Ponce, and and public buildings, fallen trees, — not the entire nation, as Roselló on the island, which had not faced Puerto Ricans are living in shelters. about two hours west of Yabucoa, the destruction of the power grid had requested. FEMA in the Carib- a Category 4 or 5 storm since 1928. González said she was able to where the hurricane made land- throughout the country and the loss bean mobilized to help in the recov- Maria also arrived just two weeks communicate during the storm fall. Because the house is situated of drinking water. Looting also was ery process. after Irma, the most powerful At- with friends who live in San Juan, in an elevated area, González does reported, leading the governor to According to the Puerto Rican lantic hurricane in history, brushed where the internet and cellphones not think her parents experienced impose a curfew. Flash flood warn- newspaper Nuevo Día (New Day), Puerto Rico’s northern coast with were working in some areas. While flooding, although nearby commu- ings continued days later. the president of the agency that reg- winds of 105 mph, also causing waiting to communicate with her nities did. Roselló said the post-Maria pro- ulates telecommunications on the great damage. family, she is considering traveling It is believed the southern part cess of rebuilding and recovery island, Sandra Torres, said restor- Maria also battered the islands of to the island with a group of friends. received the worst impact from would take a long time. He said ing land and cellular lines would be Dominica, Guadalupe and the U.S. She is also waiting for the airport the storm, although Maria traveled the first priority would be to save a priority, for security reasons. Virgin Islands, and it lashed the in Ponce to open. From there, it’s a over the entirety of the island. lives and then reopen the ports and She said telecommunications coast of the Dominican Republic, one- to two-mile walk to her fam- Puerto Ricans’ fears for their airports so that aid could flow in, was second on the list of priorities, leaving about 140,000 people with- ily’s home in Villalba. n Puerto Rico begs for help post-Hurricane Maria; needs are great

Catholic News Service been greatly stripped by winds that Many Puerto Ricans in many by bringing up its debt, in- waive shipping restrictions known reached 155 mph. the mainland U.S. have been cluding debt to Wall Street, as well as the Jones Act to get fuel and sup- WASHINGTON | More than a Catholic Church groups have making desperate pleas on as the island’s pre-existing failing plies to the island. week after Hurricane Maria dev- mobilized to send help. Some orga- social media to see if others can give infrastructure. Many, such as New York Cardi- astated Puerto Rico, much of the nizations, however, have reported them information about relatives or It took a week for the U.S. to send nal Timothy M. Dolan, are in the island remained without com- problems mobilizing the aid out conditions in towns or cities where a plane carrying 3,500 pounds of meantime offering Masses as well munication and in desperate of airports and into the places and their relatives live but which remain water as well as food and other collecting donations to help in a need of humanitarian aid. News people who need them. without communication. supplies to the island, but the pres- long recovery ahead for Puerto Rico. programs have been broadcast- Officials say Hurricane Maria President Donald Trump is set ident said, “It’s on an island in the Cardinal Dolan will celebrate a ing about long lines of travelers, left 16 dead in Puerto Rico, 27 dead to visit Puerto Rico, a U.S. terri- middle of the ocean. … You can’t Mass in Spanish at St. Patrick’s Ca- who have little food or water, in Dominica and one in the U.S. Vir- tory of 3.4 million, as well as the just drive your trucks there from thedral Oct. 8, to “express prayerful and are desperate to get off the gin Islands. But accurate informa- U.S. Virgin Islands on Oct. 3. He other states.” A hospital ship also solidarity with the people of Puerto island at the San Juan airport to tion has been hard to come by since has largely been criticized for what has been sent. Rico and Mexico — and their rela- no avail. cellphone service and electricity, some perceive as a slow humani- Scarcity of food, water and fuel is tives and friends in New York — in But the scene of destruction along with access to water and fuel, tarian response and for spending rampant. The deaths of two patients the wake of the natural disasters outside the airport is even more have been knocked out. Many roads time tweeting against athletes as in intensive care at a San Juan hos- that have ravaged both lands this stark: an island whose dense tropi- into rural areas still are blocked by Puerto Rico suffered. But when he pital were blamed on lack of fuel. month,” according to an article in cal landscape, along with its in- debris, making it difficult to access got around to tweeting about the On Sept. 28, the Trump admin- the archdiocesan newspaper, Cath- frastructure, towns and cities, has those who live there. island’s misery, he also offended istration said it would temporarily olic New York. n Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS A12 Las Vegas bishop: Do not let violence ‘have the last word’

Catholic News Service ‘We gather from all faiths Police and LAS VEGAS | At an emotional and walks of life. We pray medical interfaith prayer service at Guard- workers and sing and listen to the stage ian Angel Cathedral, Las Vegas operations Bishop Joseph A. Pepe told those fill- word of God to remind in the ing the pews Oct. 2 that “in the face ourselves that amidst this intersection of tragedy we need each other.” of Tropicana “And in the face of violence, we tragedy, God is with us. Avenue and stand together because we cannot God cries with our tears. Las Vegas let hate and violence have the last Boulevard word,” he said in his remarks at the South after evening service. — Bishop Joseph Pepe an Oct. “We gather from all faiths and 1 mass walks of life. We pray and sing and have to suffer what we have suf- shooting. listen to the word of God to remind fered,” the bishop said. (Steve ourselves that amidst this tragedy, “We stand together tonight to Marcus, God is with us,” Bishop Pepe said. witness that all humans are made Las Vegas “God cries with our tears.” in the image and likeness of God, Sun | FC) He quoted the evening Scripture and as God’s children, they have passage from Chapter 29 of the Book their fundamental human dignity,” of Jeremiah: “‘For I know the plans Bishop Pepe continued. “In all that that I have for you,’ declares the we do, we need to remember that as Lord, ‘plans for well-being, and not our starting place.” for calamity, in order to give you a He urged people to be “a counter- the concert venue, the Shrine of the future and a hope.” sign” in an “increasingly polarized” Most Holy Redeemer, was used “as “We come together in unity world. “Where there is hatred and a staging area and an initial place of across our religious traditions, violence we must be the sign of love refuge,” Father Bob Stoeckig, vicar across race, across gender to stand and of peace,” he said. “Where there general of the Diocese of Las Vegas, Pilgrimage with each other as living signs of is division and uncivil speech, we told Catholic News Service in an that hope,” Bishop Pepe said. must stand together as a sign of uni- email Oct. 1. He added that “there to celebrate The service at the cathedral ty. And where we stand in a world of were bullets near the doors” of the brought people together as they despair, we must stand together as a shrine, which is a popular place for were still trying to fathom what had sign of hope.” tourists to attend Mass. There were Divine Mercy occurred barely 24 hours earlier: A Scripture provides the summary no reports of damage to the shrine. crazed gunman, later identified by for a religious life, he said: “Love In Las Vegas, at an evening news Sunday 2018 law enforcement officials as Ste- the Lord your God with your whole conference with various civic lead- phen Craig Paddock, 64, showered heart, your whole mind and your ers, Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchinson said a crowd of about 22,000 attending whole soul and love your neighbor Oct. 2 the city and the state of Ne- in Poland a country music festival in a venue as yourself.” vada will get through the violence also Prague, Budapest, on the Las Vegas Strip the evening “How will we do that?” Bishop and death wrought by a crazed Medjugorje, Lanciano, Loreto, of Oct. 1. Pepe asked. “It begins by gathering gunman “with faith in God and the San Giovanni and Rome From his perch in a room high together in unity, prayer and love. American and Nevadan spirit we on the 32nd floor of the Mandalay And it continues in the actions of have.” Bay casino resort hotel, he fired off our everyday lives, not allowing In a telegram to the Las Vegas hundreds of rounds of bullets down ourselves to remain silent in the bishop, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, April 3-19, 2018 on the crowd below, ultimately leav- face of hate, not consenting by our Vatican secretary of state, said Pope $4,900/person, ing at least 59 people dead and more apathy to the persecution of others, Francis was “deeply saddened to dbl occupancy than 500 injured. It is the worst mass but working to know one another, to learn of the shooting in Las Vegas” shooting in modern U.S. history. care for each other, and to show by and “sends the assurance of his spir- The cost of the trip is $4,900 per Once police had located the our actions that we love each other.” itual closeness to all those affected person double occupancy (subject shooter, SWAT team members burst Among civic leaders at the ca- by this senseless tragedy.” to change based on the Euro into the room to find Paddock dead thedral service was Steve Sisolak, “He commends the efforts of the exchange), which includes roundtrip from self-inflicted gun wounds. chairman of the Clark County Com- police and emergency service per- airfare from all major U.S. cities “I am struck by the signs of good- mission, who praised the police for sonnel, and offers the promise of (including all taxes), room and two ness even in the face of violence. their quick response and commend- his prayers for the injured and for all meals daily, and all transportation I think about the first responders ed the outpouring of support from who have died, entrusting them to for site seeing. who risked their own lives to save the community. the merciful love of Almighty God,” We will have a spiritual director and the lives of others,” Bishop Pepe “Las Vegas will never be quite the the cardinal said. daily Mass. said in his remarks at the cathedral. same as a result of this,” Sisolak said. Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo of For more details, call Scott Scaria “I think of the emergency medical But “we’ll be back,” he added. Galveston-Houston, USCCB presi- at 860-289-2606 or 860-841-1192 personnel and hospital staff mem- Sisolak started a GoFundMe dent, said in an Oct. 2 statement: or write to Poland-Medjugorje bers who answered the call for well- online drive to raise money for the “My heart and my prayers, and Pilgrimage, P.O. Box 281059, East Hartford, CT 06128 or visit us on the being and a future by using their shooting victims and by midday those of my brother bishops and all web at www.polandmej.com. skills to save lives. And, I am re- Oct. 3, contributions had reached the members of the Church, go out The deadline for receipt of a deposit minded that the many individuals, more than $3 million. His original to the victims of this tragedy and to of $200 is Dec. 8, 2017. Balance is who rendered aid, gave rides and goal was $500,000. the city of Las Vegas,” he said. due by Jan. 12, 2018. helped each other. Other examples of community “At this time, we need to pray and “They are living reminders of the support included people lining up to take care of those who are suffer- good Samaritan and God who calls for hours to donate blood for hospi- ing,” Cardinal DiNardo said. “In the Nobody can beat our price either in USA or us all from fear to care,” he added. tals treating the shooting victims. By end, the only response is to do good Canada for all these places for this price. He said the prayers that evening the evening of Oct. 2, the blood bank — for no matter what the darkness, For other pilgrimages in 2018 “for healing and unity in our com- capacity had been reached. Two it will never overcome the light. 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Cindy Wooden Philippine Cardinal Luis Anto- Pope or refugee, they can say, “‘She’s a Catholic News Service nio Tagle of Manila, president of Francis sister.’ ‘She could be my mother.’ Caritas Internationalis, told Catho- greets im- ‘She could be my neighbor.’” VATICAN CITY | Christ calls lic News Service, “‘Share the Jour- migrants Lasting impressions can come believers to welcome migrants and ney’ is not just a title or a label for a and repre- from the experience of meeting, refugees “with arms wide open, program — it is that, but more than sentatives talking to and sharing even a mo- ready to give a sincere, affectionate, that, it is a lifestyle,” an affirmation of Caritas ment of the journey with a migrant enveloping embrace,” Pope Francis that everyone wants and needs Inter- or refugee, the cardinal said. nationalis said, launching the “Share the Jour- someone to share his or her journey during his For him, the refugee who stays ney” campaign of Catholic charities through life. general in his mind, heart and prayers is “a around the world. “There are specific moments in audience teenager, a young boy who we en- Christians’ embrace of people the life of a person, a family or the Sept. 27. countered in the refugee camp in fleeing war or poverty should be whole human family when we need (Paul Idomeni, in Greece,” in late 2015. He “a bit like the colonnade of St. Pe- to be reminded of this fundamental Haring was from Syria and he was alone af- ter’s Square, which represents the truth that we have been given each | CNS) ter his parents urged him to escape mother Church who embraces all other so that we would have some- the country. in sharing a common journey,” the one to share our journeys with,” he “You know, whenever I think of pope said at the end of his weekly said. this boy, I feel anxious, but I pray for general audience Sept. 27. “A small gesture like extending him,” the cardinal said. “And you With hundreds of refugees one’s arm to somebody else — it the lives of people.” take positive steps to get to know just hope there are men and wom- and migrants present in St. Pe- means a lot,” he said. “I reach out Rather, he said, “small gestures, the truth about the current refugee en of goodwill who will see in him ter’s Square, Pope Francis said the and if a person feels alone and iso- ordinary gestures, when done with crisis and to actually meet a mi- a son, a brother, a neighbor and will Catholic charities’ staff and volun- lated, my reaching out is a gesture sincerity, with the light of human grant or refugee in person. share his journey.” teers who assist them are “a sign of of solidarity. If I reach out and that understanding, with the fire of love “Fear comes first from the un- Sister Norma Pimentel, a mem- a Church that seeks to be open, in- person is wounded, it could be a can do extraordinary things.” known,” he said. “Many people who ber of the Missionaries of Jesus clusive and welcoming.” sign of healing. If I reach out and the The cardinal said it is important are against migration or receiving and executive director of Catho- “Share the Journey” is a two-year person is lost, it could mean an offer for himself and for all Christians to migrants have not even met a real lic Charities of the Rio Grande campaign sponsored by Caritas of guidance. If I reach out and the look not only at the gestures of care migrant or a real refugee, have not Valley in Texas, joined Cardinal Internationalis, the global network person feels like nobody cares, then and love they extend to others, but even touched the hand of someone Tagle for the audience with Pope of national Catholic charities — in- it will be a sign of welcome.” to recognize how “I have been as- forced to flee a war, have not even Francis. She said the campaign cluding the U.S. Catholic Relief Ser- In his ministry in the Philippines sured and encouraged by little ges- smelled the misery of these peo- is an opportunity to tell migrants vices and Catholic Charities USA and traveling around the world for tures that people have extended to ple. So we wonder, ‘What are you and refugees they are not alone. — to promote encounters between Caritas, Cardinal Tagle said he has me with sincerity and love.” afraid of? Where is this fear coming “We are saying, ‘We are with you people on the move and people liv- come to realize that “we don’t need One key point of the “Share the from?’” and we want you to know that we ing in the countries they are leav- to do great, extraordinary, extrava- Journey” campaign, Cardinal Tagle Cardinal Tagle said his hope is will always be with you and care for ing, passing through or arriving in. gant things to make a difference in said, is to help Catholics and others that when Catholics meet a migrant you.’” n

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MEXICAN YOUTHS Mexicans’ response to quake like ATTACKED WHILE DELIVERING AID ‘hopping on a torrent of solidarity’ Davi d Agren Catholic News Service Volunteers Melissa Vida MEXICO CITY | Members of a Catholic pass Catholic News Service youth group were shot at and robbed as they donated transported earthquake relief to southern goods | Holy Family Mexico, leaving two volunteers hospitalized. MEXICO CITY Sept. 20 Another volunteer was sexually assaulted. Church has been closed off for following security reasons while waiting an The youths belonged to the Catholic foun- for inspection for structural dam- earthquake dation Papa Francisco Pro Felicitas A.C. age from the Sept. 19 earthquake. in Mexico The attack occurred Sept. 26, said a In the meantime, Masses are or- City. statement from the Archdiocese of Mexico ganized in the small chapel that (MELISSA City. Assailants took supplies, the youths’ cell- lies hidden at the end of a patio VIDA | phones and approximately $2,300 collected behind the church. CNS) to purchase items to donate in the Isthmus of Congregants and passersby Tehuantepec region. who seek spiritual comfort slowly “We are very sad. We have cried at the fill the chapel to pray and listen. impotence of the situation, as much for the Behind the altar, where a tall young people as the girl who was raped,” statue of the Virgin Mary used to said the statement. “We hope that both (of stand and overlook the chapel, the injured) survive. We are still awaiting a emptiness prevails. medical report on these brave young people.” “When I saw that my beauti- “Faith is all The foundation director, Carlos Arvizu, told ful Virgin fell and broke in pieces natural disasters, but he said the “We want to work with existing that is left,” she said. “As God’s the archdiocesan publication Desde la Fe during the quake, it broke my extent of solidarity expressed in groups and be as helpful as possi- children, we have the respon- one volunteer was shot in the neck, while the heart,” said Teresa Cabrera, lead- the aftermath of this earthquake ble,” Father Rosas said. However, sibility of helping our neighbor, other was badly beaten. er of a Bible study group in the is particularly astonishing. he added, where donation cen- those who need it the most.” “Neither the federal government nor the parish. “I tell them, ‘Please, don’t bring ters are fewer, the churches take She said she, like many people, locals helped with emergency duties and “When I see all those shattered any more sandwiches! We have the donations and later redistrib- was afraid to leave her home or didn’t provided security,” Arvizu said. “This buildings, my soul also shatters,” too many sandwiches already,’” ute them in remote areas. fall asleep for fear of aftershocks. is showing that after the earthquake … it’s she told Catholic News Service. he said. “I have seen a lot of unity in the But, she added, “It feels good to total anarchy.” “But in days of sunshine and in Thousands of volunteers and donation centers, it is beautiful,” be working here, because you Mexicans have responded to the days of rain, we must continue rescue squads have flooded Mex- said Cabrera, who has been pro- can feel all the love for humanity, earthquakes with an enormous outpour- worshipping God, we must con- ico City, where workers, electri- viding food to a local center. “We which is brought together in one ing of generosity and solidarity, including tinue finding him.” cians, nurses, students and oth- all receive each other in open place for everyone else, for people the Church, through Caritas, the Church’s Like many other parishes, ers work side by side to save the arms — no matter the different who are strangers.” charitable agency. Holy Family has collaborated last victims and bring relief to preferences volunteers and vic- Araceli Pena, a member of the Young people — including Church youth closely with citizen groups to the survivors. Official data on the tims may have, no matter wheth- training institute for laypeople at groups — have been especially eager to help with earthquake relief. number and impact of volunteers er they are gay or lesbian. … The St. John the Baptist Church, said assist. Seminarians in Cuernavaca formed “In times of crisis, people an- does not exist yet. love of God is very noticeable, it’s that, after the quake, “My pres- brigades to remove rubble and turned their swer quickly, and they ask the In areas where donation awesome.” sure went up and I couldn’t leave seminary into a massive collection center. Church exactly what they need. centers are numerous and well Valeria Vasquez, a teenager my house for two days, I felt terri- “Youths have responded in an extraordi- And we provide it. It feels like supplied in terms of goods and sorting donations at the Basilica bly helpless due to my age. … But nary way,” said Bishop Ramon Castro Castro hopping on a torrent of solidar- workforce, local churches direct of Our Lady Guadalupe, told CNS when we are with God, when our of Cuernavaca. “All the seminarians are head- ity,” said Father Gonzalo Rosas, volunteers and donors to nearby she was restless and wanted to do religion is strong, God will never ing out into small towns,” where damage who serves at Holy Family Parish. aid centers, where they can be of more than just share posts on so- leave our side and that comforts was substantial. Father Rosas has survived several greater help. cial media. me.” n Catholic groups decry end of special immigration status for Sudan Rhina Guidos A South the beleaguered country next year.” Acting Secretary Elaine Duke of Catholic News Service Sudanese “This is a cruel and inhumane the Department of Homeland Se- boy looks decision,” said Jeanne Atkin- curity had visited Sudan “or merely WASHINGTON | In mid-Sep- into the son, CLINIC’s executive direc- reviewed conditions on paper?” to tember, the Trump administration camera in tor. “There is absolutely no need speak about the conditions in the announced the end of a special im- 2011 as he to send people who are living country. migration status for nationals from holds his peacefully, raising their children The Franciscan Action Network sibling at the Northern African nation of Su- also expressed worry about other a camp for and contributing to the Ameri- dan, prompting outcry from Cath- displaced can economy and society back to groups of migrants who currently olic groups who say they worry people a country where their lives could have protections under TPS but about the conditions the migrants in Juba. immediately be put at risk.” who could soon face similar situa- will face upon their return. (Mohamed While ending TPS for Sudan, the tions. The administration said that Messara, administration extended the same “Currently, there are 435,000 Nov. 2, 2018, it would end what’s EPA | CNS) immigration protection for na- TPS holders in the U.S. from 10 known as Temporary Protected tionals from South Sudan through countries, people who are living Status, or TPS, for Sudanese nation- try experienced armed conflict the current TPS holders from Su- May 2019, but the country openly peacefully, raising families and als who are now protected from de- from the 1980s until 2005. Many dan need to start making arrange- remains in civil war. working, thus contributing to the portation and have a work permit fled to various parts of the world ments to return or adjust their im- The Washington-based Fran- U.S. economy,” the network said under that program. TPS is granted and the U.S. has about 1,000 with migration status in a different way. ciscan Action Network in a state- in a statement. “Soon the admin- temporarily to migrants who come the special status. The Catholic Legal Immigration ment said that it praised the ad- istration will be making decisions from countries that have experi- Though the administration says Network, known as CLINIC, said ministration’s extension for South on whether or not to extend TPS enced disruptions such as natural it is safe to return, the U.S. Depart- in a statement after the announce- Sudanese migrants, “but strongly for Haiti, Honduras, El Salvador disasters, civil wars or other threats. ment of State warns against travel ment that it was “shocked by the disagreed with termination of TPS and Syria. FAN urges the admin- Because of those unsafe conditions, to the country because of “risks administration’s decision to end for Sudan.” istration to extend TPS for Sudan they are unable to return. of terrorism, armed conflict and Temporary Protected Status for Su- The group’s executive director, and other countries as long as life In the case of Sudan, the coun- violent crime.” However, it said dan and send TPS holders back to Patrick Carolan, asked whether threatening conditions prevail.” n A15 VATICAN NEWS Florida Catholic Oct. 6-19, 2017 Pope: Church was late fighting abuse, promises ‘zero tolerance’

Carol Glatz their plenary assembly. But, he said, “prophets in the ‘When consciousness comes late, the means for Catholic News Service Setting aside his prepared text, Church,” including Cardinal the pope said he wanted to speak O’Malley, have, with the help of resolving the problem come late. I am aware of this VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis more informally to the members, God, come forward to shine light difficulty. But it is the reality: We have arrived late.’ has endorsed an approach of “zero who include lay and religious ex- on the problem of abuse and to tolerance” toward all members of perts in the fields of psychology, urge the Church to face it. — Pope Francis the Church guilty of sexually abus- sociology, theology and law in re- Typically when the Church has ing minors or vulnerable adults. lation to abuse and protection. had to deal with new or newly congregation will need more per- the sentence “is definitive.” Having listened to abuse sur- The Catholic Church has been emerging problems, it has turned sonnel to work on cases of abuse in And, he added, he has never and vivors and having made what he “late” in facing and, therefore, to the Congregation for the Doc- order to expedite the “many cases would never grant a papal pardon described as a mistake in approv- properly addressing the sin of sex- trine of the Faith to address the that do not proceed” with the back- to a proven perpetrator. ing a more lenient set of sanctions ual abuse by its members, the pope issue, he said. And then, only log. The reasoning has nothing to do against an Italian priest abuser, the said, and the commission, which when the problem has been dealt Pope Francis told commission with being mean-spirited, but be- pope said he has decided whoever he established in 2014, has had to with adequately does the process members he wants to better bal- cause an abuser is sick and is suf- has been proven guilty of abuse “swim against the tide” because of for dealing with future cases get ance the membership of the doc- fering from “a sickness.” has no right to an appeal, and he a lack of awareness or understand- handed over to another dicastery, trinal team dealing with appeals The pope told the commission will never grant a papal pardon. ing of the seriousness of the prob- he added. filed by clergy accused of abuse. He he has been learning “on the job” “Why? Simply because the per- lem. Because the problem of cas- said the majority of members are better ways to handle priests found son who does this (sexually abuses “When consciousness comes es and allegations of abuse are canon lawyers, and he would like guilty of abuse, and he recounted minors) is sick. It is a sickness,” he late, the means for resolving the “grave” — and because it also is to balance out their more legalistic a decision he has now come to re- told his advisory commission on problem come late,” he said. “I am grave that some have not adequate- approach with more members who gret: that of agreeing in an appeals child protection during an audi- aware of this difficulty. But it is the ly taken stock of the problem — it is are diocesan bishops and have had process to a more lenient sanction ence at the Vatican Sept. 21. Mem- reality: We have arrived late.” important the doctrinal congrega- to deal with abuse in their diocese. against an Italian priest, rather bers of the Pontifical Commission “Perhaps,” he said, “the old tion continue to handle the cases, He also said proof that an or- than laicizing him as the doctrinal for the Protection of Minors, in- practice of moving people” from rather than turning them over di- dained minister has abused a mi- team recommended. cluding its president — Cardinal one place to another and not fully rectly to Vatican tribunals, as some nor “is sufficient (reason) to receive Pope Francis said he has since Sean P. O’Malley of Boston — were facing the problem “lulled con- have suggested. no recourse” for an appeal. “If there learned “it’s a terrible sickness” that meeting in Rome Sept. 21-23 for sciences to sleep.” However, he said, the doctrinal is proof, end of story,” the pope said; requires a different approach. n Group issues what it calls ‘filial correction’ of pope’s teaching

Cindy Wooden — particularly about access to the with the Vatican aimed at regular- launching a website as well: www. riages have failed, reminding them Catholic News Service sacraments for divorced and civilly izing its status within the Catholic correctiofilialis.org. The Vatican that they have not been excommu- remarried Catholics. Church. press office had no comment about nicated. VATICAN CITY | Several dozen The best-known name among The letter originally was signed the letter. In “Amoris Laetitia,” Pope Fran- priests, scholars and writers have the signatories is Bishop Bernard by 40 people and delivered to Pope U.S. Cardinal Raymond L. cis asked pastors: to accompany published what they described as Fellay, superior general of the tradi- Francis in August; the writers said Burke, former head of the Vatican’s those who have remarried civilly; a “filial correction” of some of Pope tionalist Priestly Society of St. Pius they did not receive a response, so top court, and German Cardinal to check if their sacramental mar- Francis’ teachings about marriage X, a group still involved in talks they released it publicly Sept. 24, Walter Brandmuller, former presi- riage was valid or if they could dent of the Pontifical Committee receive a decree of nullity; and to for Historical Sciences, did not sign lead them in a process of discern- the letter. Along with two other ment about their responsibility for cardinals who are now deceased, the breakup and about their cur- 9-Day Holy Land Just a few spaces left! they publicly released in Septem- rent situation in light of Church ber 2016 a critical set of questions, teaching. The document seemed known as “dubia,” that they had to open the possibility — in certain BOOK NOW sent to Pope Francis about his cases and after the discernment Pilgrimage Deadline Nov. 15 teaching on the family. process — of allowing them to re- As recently as August, Cardi- ceive absolution and Communion nal Burke spoke in an interview even without promising to abstain about issuing a “formal correc- from sexual relations with their Feb. 26-March 6, 2018 tion” of Pope Francis if he refused new partner. to respond to the “dubia.” The cor- The “filial correction” lists what Travel back in time to the ancient Holy Land and birth place of Jesus and rection, he said, would be a decla- its authors see as seven “false and Christianity. Follow in the footsteps of Jesus for the spiritual experience of a ration of Church teaching, rather heretical propositions” in “Amo- lifetime. No other tour offers as much meaning and value. than a set of questions. ris Laetitia,” including: a belief If you have not walked in Jesus’ footsteps throughout the Holy Land, The new letter accuses Pope that God’s grace does not give a now is your chance. It is an experience you will never forget! Francis of “the propagation of her- believer the strength to meet “the esies effected by the apostolic ex- objective demands of divine law”; Father Hoyer hortation ‘Amoris Laetitia’ and by that divorced and civilly remar- other words, deeds and omissions ried persons “are not necessar- of Your Holiness.” ily in a state of mortal sin”; that a “Amoris Laetitia” (“The Joy of person can break divine law and Love”) is the document Pope Fran- not be in a state of sin; that a per- Jerusalem, Sea of Galilee, Mt. of Olives, Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, cis released in 2016 reflecting on son can decide in good conscience TOUR Tiberias, Jordan River, Cana, Nazareth, Bethlehem, Mt. Carmel, Caesarea, Garden of Gethsemane, HIGHLIGHTS the discussions and conclusions that sexual relations are morally Western Wall, Capernauum, the Dead Sea, Jericho and so much more! of the meetings in 2014 and 2015 of permissible or even good with the Synod of Bishops on the fam- someone other than the person A fully escorted, custom-designed pilgrimage including daily Masses in Shrines and Biblical holy places, round trip airfare from Miami, select ily. In the document, Pope Francis they married sacramentally; and hotels, all breakfasts, lunches, and dinners daily, deluxe private motor coach, licensed guides and the company of a great group of people. affirmed Church teaching that the that “Our Lord Jesus Christ wills Cost: $3799, all inclusive, per person, double occupancy, based on the airline availability and the airline current estimate of fuel charges and taxes of $490. sacrament of marriage is the bond that the Church abandon her pe- of one man and one woman united rennial discipline of refusing the For information and complete itinerary: for life and open to having chil- Eucharist to the divorced and re-

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NATION resettlement of some non-Rohingya WORLD that “nationalism and the desire 50-year-old male, for the charges refugees for whom relocation is “the for demarcation and foreclosure” of: access(ing) child pornography, most viable solution.” could not be “combined with the possess(ing) child pornography Cardinal urges Spanish church Christian message.” and distribut(ing) child pornog- passage of Pain- Bill on aid for urges dialogue raphy. Investigators believe that persecuted religious Chinese Catholics the offenses occurred while the Capable Act after referendum fear new suspect was visiting a place of groups OK’d worship in Windsor,” the state- WASHINGTON | Saying he was BARCELONA, Spain | Church regulations ment said. “Investigators have speaking “on behalf of our country WASHINGTON | The Senate leaders appealed for calm in determined that the suspect has and the children whose lives are at Foreign Relations Committee Sept. Spain’s autonomous Catalonia HONG KONG | Church officials returned to his residence in Italy.” stake,” Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan 19 passed a bill to provide emer- region after hundreds of people fear that newly revised religious Msgr. Capella had worked since of New York Sept. 29 urged mem- gency relief and aid to Christians were detained by authorities and affairs regulations released by the the summer of 2016 at the Vatican bers of the U.S. House to pass the and other religious minorities who more than 800 others were injured Chinese government, supposedly nunciature in Washington. Al- Pain-Capable Unborn Child Pro- have suffered persecution at the during a disputed independence aimed at protecting national se- though the Vatican has not pub- tection Act. The measure, H.R. 36, hands of Islamic State militants in referendum. curity, will be used to further sup- licly confirmed Msgr. Capella’s proposes a ban on abortions start- Iraq and Syria. Called the Iraq and Cardinal Juan Jose Omella, press religious activities. Earlier identity, it did not object when ing at 20 weeks after fertilization, Syria Genocide Emergency Relief archbishop of Barcelona, urged in September, Premier Li Keqiang many news outlets identified him about the time doctors have deter- and Accountability Act, or H.R. all parties to engage in “prayers announced that a state council or- as the Vatican diplomat recalled mined that an unborn child can feel 390, it also would provide “account- and calm” following the Oct. 1 der on the new regulations would from Washington. pain. It is expected to come to the ability for perpetrators” of geno- vote, which was marred by vio- take effect Feb. 1. House floor the first week of Octo- cide, crimes against humanity and lence throughout the region. “The Anthony Lam, executive secre- Auditors give ber. It was introduced by Rep. Trent war crimes in the region. Sen. Bob violence experienced in Catalonia tary of the Holy Spirit Study Center Franks, R-Arizona. “All decent and Corker, R-Tennessee, committee is deplorable,” he said. “We have in Hong Kong, told ucanews.com differing accounts humane people are repulsed by the chairman, has told supporters he to find a peaceful and democratic that the new provisions showed VATICAN CITY | The first callous and barbarous treatment of planned to “hotline” the bill to the way out of this situation.” The car- authorities had not listened to person to serve as the Vatican’s women and children in clinics … Senate floor for a vote. If it passes, it dinal’s appeal came as Catalonia opinions expressed by religious independent auditor said he was that abort children after 20 weeks,” would return to the House for a vote regional President Carles Puigde- communities during public con- forced to resign after opponents said the cardinal, who is chairman on the amended version and then mont said in a televised address sultations. Total religious control of Pope Francis’ financial reforms of the U.S. bishops’ Committee on go to President Donald Trump’s after polls closed that Catalans was the goal, he said, whereas a mounted a campaign against Pro-Life Activities. He made the desk for his signature. The House had “won the right to statehood.” 2005 version had been more bal- him. But the Vatican press office comments in letters to each mem- unanimously approved the biparti- The vote went forward despite anced and moderate. The chang- responded Sept. 24, saying Libero ber of the House. “While there are san bill in a voice vote June 6. It was Spain’s Constitutional Court sus- es reflected differing governing Milone, “going outside his compe- divergent views on the practice of co-authored by Rep. Chris Smith, pension of a law passed by the styles of former president Hu Jin- tencies, illegally hired an external abortion,” Cardinal Dolan said, “it R-New Jersey, and Rep. Anna Es- Catalonian parliament that said if tao and current President Xi Jin- company to undertake investiga- is widely recognized from public hoo, D-California. Following the more than 50 percent of voters in ping, he added. Lam cited tighter tive activities about the private opinion polls that a strong major- House action, the chairman of the the referendum supported inde- restrictions in the revised regula- lives of representatives of the Holy ity of the public is consistently op- U.S. Catholic bishops’ Committee pendence, the state would secede. tions on “unauthorized religious” See. This, besides being a crime, posed to late-term abortions. on International Justice and Peace The paramilitary Civil Guard venues. He questioned whether a irremediably strained the trust urged swift passage by the Senate. used batons and rubber bullets in home display about Zen medita- placed in Dr. Milone,” the state- Bishop: Give aid, a bid to close polling stations and tion exercises could, for example, ment said. It added that the Vati- resolve crisis Faith groups: seize ballot boxes, triggering vio- be deemed illegal. can’s internal investigation of his Reconsider low lence with protesters. actions was conducted with care WASHINGTON | A prominent VATICAN and respect. bishop has called on the U.S. gov- refugee cap Calm urged after Without providing an expla- ernment to provide humanitarian nation, the Vatican in June an- assistance to the Rohingya Mus- WASHINGTON | The U.S. Cath- anti-immigrant Vatican diplomat nounced that Milone turned in a lims who have fled Myanmar while olic bishops and other faith groups party makes gains letter of resignation, which was under attack. Bishop Oscar Cantu are objecting to reports that the wanted on charges accepted by Pope Francis. Milone of Las Cruces, N.M., chairman of Trump administration will limit FULDA, Germany | The presi- VATICAN CITY | An arrest had been in office just two years, the U.S. Conference of Catholic the number of refugees the United dent of the German bishops’ warrant has been issued in Can- although he had a five-year con- Bishops’ Committee on Interna- States accepts to 45,000 for the up- conference urged “verbal disar- ada for Msgr. Carlo Capella, the tract. The position of auditor tional Justice and Peace, urged the coming fiscal year. It would be the mament” after Sept. 24 elections Vatican diplomat recalled from general was seen as a key com- administration Sept. 22 to aid Ro- lowest admission level for persons brought a far-right party into the service in Washington in late Au- ponent of Pope Francis’ efforts to hingya and the countries providing fleeing persecution that the U.S. Bundestag, or parliament, for the gust, who already was the subject reform Vatican finances and bring refuge to them, saying those fleeing has accepted since the executive first time since World War II. “Our of a Vatican criminal investiga- greater transparency in financial the ethnic violence have “experi- branch was allowed to set the caps parliament has a special dignity tion involving child pornography. dealings. According to statutes is- enced so much suffering and pain in 1980 under the Refugee Act, which must take priority in po- Police in Windsor, Ontario, issued sued by Pope Francis, the auditor over decades.” His letter was the signed into law by President Jim- litical confrontations,” said Car- a statement Sept. 28 saying, “A general has the power to audit the latest in Catholic leaders’ appeals to my Carter. “We are disturbed and dinal Reinhard Marx of Munich- Canada-wide arrest warrant has books of any Vatican office and re- help the Rohingya, who have fled a deeply disappointed by the pro- Freising. “For Christians, who’ll been issued for Carlo Capella, a ports directly to the pope. military crackdown in Myanmar’s posed presidential determination be present in all parties, topics Rakhine state. The crackdown fol- number of 45,000,” said Bishop Joe of fundamental importance will Fatima Lourdes lowed the Aug. 25 attacks by Ro- S. Vasquez of Austin, Texas, who is include dealing with foreigners hingya insurgents on 30 security chairman of the U.S. Conference seeking our protection and with checkpoints. Ucanews.com reports of Catholic Bishops’ Committee our society’s poor and disadvan- the number of Rohingya Muslims on Migration. “While the Catholic taged. … In the common struggle fleeing to Bangladesh from perse- bishops, Catholic Charities, and for the right path, black-and-white cution in Myanmar has slowed but Catholic communities across the images of hate and exclusion could still be as high as half a mil- country join in welcoming all of aren’t appropriate.” The cardinal lion, even as reports suggest Mus- those refugees to American com- spoke as the final vote count gave Pilgrimage to lim villages in northern Rakhine munities with joy and open arms, Chancellor Angela Merkel’s Chris- were burning as late as Sept. 21. we are gravely concerned for the tian Democratic Union-Christian Fatima & Lourdes Officially, about 430,000 Rohingya tens of thousands of extremely vul- Social Union coalition 33 percent Join Father Brian Campbell and Inspirational Tours have entered Bangladesh since the nerable refugees left behind by this against the opposition Social military crackdown. Bishop Cantu’s decision,” he said in a Sept. 29 state- Democratic Party’s 20.5 percent. April 17-26, 2018 letter to Rear Adm. Garry E. Hall, ment. When the Refugee Act of 1980 The anti-immigrant Alternative We are going to Fatima • Santiago de Compestela special assistant for international went into effect, the U.S. set the cap for Germany took third place with Santander • Lourdes • Montserrat • Barcelona. 11539-1006 organizations and alliances at the at over 231,000 refugees. Though it 12.6 percent. Addressing the bish- National Security Council, also ap- has declined steadily since then, ops’ Sept. 25-28 autumn plenary $3,390 per person from Orlando or Miami pealed for “durable solutions and the country has accepted between in Fulda, Cardinal Marx said he Contact Father Campbell for more info: protections to address the growing 70,000 to 80,000 displaced persons was concerned about “increas- Rohingya crisis” and the possible each year for almost two decades. ing populism” in Europe, adding 561-798-5661 • Email: [email protected] A17 NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS Florida Catholic Oct. 6-19, 2017 commentary Considering the options for infertile couples

When Catholic couples experi- third party outside the marriage to not offer much more than a curso- using LTOT (low tubal ovum trans- died or felt that they could not care ence trouble getting pregnant, they become the cause of the concep- ry workup or exam prior to recom- fer), in which eggs are retrieved for the child. They might decide often seek medical help and begin tion, often require masturbation, mending that the couple approach and transplanted into the uterus to become a camp counselor or a to research what options are avail- and may result in significant “col- a fertility clinic and employ their or fallopian tube at a point likely schoolteacher, or provide tempo- able to them. A number lateral damage,” includ- services to produce a baby via IVF. to result in fertilization following rary foster care to a child in crisis, of moral considerations ing embryo destruction, Couples ought instead to look into the marital act; and surgical reso- generously taking on an authentic and questions generally embryo freezing and dis- techniques that can methodically lution of endometriosis. Hilgers parenting role. They may become emerge during this pro- ruptive effects on a wom- diagnose and heal the underly- has formed and trained a number a “Big Brother/Big Sister” to youths cess: Why are techniques an’s physiology from the ing reasons for infertility, like of other physicians who work as in the community who yearn for like in vitro fertilization powerful super-ovulato- FEMM (Fertility Education and independent NaProTechnology a father or mother figure in their (IVF) considered im- ry drugs used during the Medical Management, https:// specialists in the U.S. and abroad. lives. moral? What approaches procedures. femmhealth.org) pioneered by Dr. FEMM is building a similar net- Although these solutions do not will the Church allow It can be helpful to Pilar Vigil, or NaProTechnology work. take away all the grief, they are a us to try? What does our keep in mind a particu- (Natural Procreative Technology, On the other hand, a number of means by which God helps to draw infertility mean, spiritu- lar “rule of thumb” for http://www.naprotechnology. other widely available techniques, good out of their situation. By these ally and personally, in OPINION determining whether com), led by Dr. Tom Hilgers, Both instead of assisting the marital act, means, couples are challenged to the face of our fervent a procedure is morally are Catholic ob/gyns with great end up replacing it with another “think outside the box” and enter but frustrated desire for Father Tad acceptable: Treatments track records in helping to resolve kind of act altogether, namely, an into the mysterious designs of God a baby? that assist the marital act underlying infertility issues and act of “producing” or “manufac- within their marriage. By stepping When a couple, after Pacholczyk are permissible, while helping couples to conceive natu- turing” children in laboratories. away from a desire to conceive having noncontracep- those that replace or rally. These techniques — like IVF, in- and raise biological children of tive sexual intercourse for a year or substitute for the marital act raise NaPro has been around a little tracytoplasmic sperm injection their own, couples facing irresolv- more, begins to investigate wheth- serious moral objections. The ideal longer and employs a range of ap- (ICSI), artificial insemination, hir- able infertility can discover new er there are issues related to infer- approach to resolving infertility in- proaches which may include, for ing a surrogate to carry a pregnan- and unexpected paths to marital tility, some medical professionals volves identifying the underlying example, hormonal modulation cy, and cloning — obviously raise fruitfulness, paths that bring great simply encourage them to turn to causes (endometriosis? fallopian of menstrual cycle irregularities; serious moral objections. blessings to others, and that can the infertility industry and try IVF tube blockage? problems ovulat- surgical correction of fallopian In some cases, a couple’s infer- lead to abiding joy and marital ful- or a related technique like artificial ing? etc.) and addressing those tube damage or occlusions; fertil- tility will end up being irresolv- fillment. n insemination. These approaches, causes so that marital intercourse ity drugs to help a woman’s ovaries able. Even as a husband and wife however, raise a host of moral con- can now result in a conception. to release eggs; Viagra or other ap- face the grief and sorrow of not Father Pacholczyk, Ph.D., earned cerns, including that they substi- While this may seem sensible proaches to address erectile dys- being able naturally to conceive his doctorate in neuroscience from tute an act of “production” for the and even obvious, many obstetri- function; correcting penile struc- children of their own, they can still Yale and did post-doctoral work at act of marital self-giving, allow a cians and gynecologists today do tural defects such as hypospadias; realize their paternal and maternal Harvard. He is a priest of the Dio- addressing premature ejaculation; desires in other meaningful, fruit- cese of Fall River, Mass., and serves using NFP (natural family plan- ful and loving ways. For example, as the director of education at the ning) to observe naturally occur- they may discern a call to adopt a National Catholic Bioethics Center ring signs of fertility during the child, providing a mom and a dad in Philadelphia (www.ncbcenter. LEWIS woman’s cycle to time intercourse; to someone whose parents have org). & COMPANY Beatification of Stanley Rother Learn Rosary Making Contact us for a catalog and introductory offer. 10055-1006 rosaryparts.com • 1-800-342-2400

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Scripture The productive vineyard readings Friday, Oct. 6 Sunday, Oct. 8 Isaiah the prophet writes a are perked as they would have lenging their fellow brethren to Bar 1:15-22; Ps 79:1-5, 8-9; Lk 10:13-16 Is 5:1-7; Ps 80:9, 12-16, 19-20; Phil 4:6-9; song about a vineyard. The song already been familiar with Isa- repent of sin. At the end of the par- Mt 21:33-43 is a parable about God who es- iah’s song. Jesus provides a twist able Jesus makes a dour predic- Saturday, Oct. 7 tablishes his people of Israel in to the narrative — the focus is not tion about himself: He is the Son Our Lady of the Rosary Recently in September I had the the world. They are given all the so much on the grapes being pro- sent by God who will be cast out of privilege for the first time in lead- means necessary to live, grow and duced (Isaiah’s song) but on the Jerusalem (the vineyard) and put Bar 4:5-12, 27-29; Ps 69:33-37; Lk 10:17-24 ing a pilgrimage to Fatima and produce good fruit. Instead of pro- individuals who work the vine- to death. God in turn will remove Sunday, Oct. 8 Lourdes. One of the things ducing a harvest of holi- yard on behalf of the owner. those evil workers — a foreshad- that caught my attention ness to be spread and Jesus states that the owner owing of Jerusalem’s destruction Is 5:1-7; Ps 80:9, 12-16, 19-20; Phil 4:6-9; while we were driving on transform the world, sends representatives to the vine- in A.D. 70. The vineyard will be Mt 21:33-43 the bus was the vast vine- they themselves had yard to collect the grapes at har- given to new workers — a new yards in Spain. Field after begun to worship the vest time. When the representa- Jerusalem, the Church, made up Monday, Oct. 9 field, row upon row, each false gods of the world. tives arrive to collect, they are of men and women of every lan- Jon 1:1–2:1-2, 11; (Ps) Jon 2:2-5, 8; Lk 10:25-37 vineyard is beautifully Failing to act with jus- either beaten, stoned or killed. guage and nation will give God cared for, highly organized tice and goodness, they Yikes! Finally the owner sends a harvest of holiness, fruit for the Tuesday, Oct. 10 — you can tell a lot of work were treating others his son who they ought to respect, whole world. Jon 3:1-10; Ps 130:1-4, 7-8; Lk 10:38-42 went into them. In the end, and even God with con- right? Similar to the past repre- Indeed, you and I as baptized all that labor will hopefully Sunday tempt. Isaiah makes it sentatives, the son gets thrown persons have been offered a Wednesday, Oct. 11 produce plump delicious Word clear that unless they out of the vineyard and killed. chance to work in God’s vineyard, grapes to fill many fruit Father turn back to God, God Jesus asks the Pharisees: “What to build up the kingdom of heaven Jon 4:1-11; Ps 86:3-6, 9-10; Lk 11:1-4 platters and wine bottles will allow the result of will the owner of the vineyard do on earth. This week let us ask our- the world around. Brian their behavior to play to those wicked workers?” The selves how we are doing in this Thursday, Oct. 12 The point of having a Campbell out in completion — a Pharisees answer the owner will task. Are we producing the grapes Mal 3:13-20b; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 11:5-13 vineyard is to produce destructive end to the throw out the workers, have them of holiness, bringing much- good results. On the other unproductive vineyard. killed and lease the vineyard to needed spiritual sustenance to Friday, Oct. 13 hand, as our Scriptures focus on What good is it to invest and keep someone else who will give him the world around us? Or, are we Jl 1:13-15; 2:1-2; Ps 9:2-3, 6, 8-9,16; this week, what happens if the a vineyard when it doesn’t pro- the fruits at harvest time. producing sour grapes of sin? In Lk 11:15-26 grapes turn sour and the vineyard duce a good harvest? In this parable the vineyard the end, the Lord of the vineyard workers hoard the produce? The Jesus picks up on Isaiah’s un- is Jerusalem, the workers are the will know what we have been up Saturday, Oct. 14 theme of the vineyard has clear flattering song when he speaks Jewish religious leaders. The rep- to. While we still have time, let us implications on the vast spec- to the Pharisees in todays Gos- resentatives sent by the owner are welcome God’s Son into our lives Jl 4:12-21; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 11-12; Lk 11:27-28 trum of our earthly existence. Let pel. I would imagine that as Jesus a reference to some of the Jewish and continuously work with him us now consider its meaning in begins the parable of the vine- prophets who in the past were to produce a great harvest for all Sunday, Oct. 15 today’s Scriptures. yard, the ears of the Pharisees beaten, stoned or killed for chal- eternity. n Is 25:6-10a; Ps 23:1-6; Phil 4:12-14, 19-20; Mt 22:1-14 or 22:1-10

Monday, Oct. 16 The wedding feast Rom 1:1-7; Ps 98:1-4; Lk 11:29-32 Tuesday, Oct. 17 Sunday, Oct. 15 ‘St. Paul reminds the Church in Corinth that when we ing seriously the event that was St. Ignatius of Antioch, bishop and Is 25:6-10a; Ps 23:1-6; Phil 4:12-14, keep the feast of the Lord’s Supper we must come to that going on. martyr 19-20; Mt 22:1-14 or 22:1-10 At the Lord’s Supper, Jesus the Rom 1:16-25; Ps 19:2-5; Lk 11:37-41 wedding properly prepared by removing sin from our lives; Son of the heavenly king, celebrat- All of us at some point or an- we should not have the flip-flop and tank top attitude ed the Passover meal with his dis- Wednesday, Oct. 18 other have had the opportunity either physically or spiritually.’ ciples. But this Passover feast was St. Luke, evangelist of attending a wedding. Although different. Jesus took the unleav- 2 Tm 4:10-17b; Ps 145:10-13, 17-18; Lk 10:1-9 marriage has it ups and downs ened bread and said: “Take and over the course of time, the wed- from recognizing the presence and dignitaries of the kingdom — eat, this is my body given up for Thursday, Oct. 19 ding day is always something of God in the other will be lifted. beautiful invitations of the highest you.” St. Paul reminds the Church special that no one ever forgets. What was believed in faith now quality. Peculiar to the Gospel sto- in Corinth that when we keep the Sts. John de Brébeuf and Isaac Jogues, Think of that beautiful life-chang- becomes clear as men and women ry is that when these royal officials feast of the Lord’s Supper we must priests, and companions, martyrs ing ceremony when a man and behold God face to face. Death will receive the invitation they ignore come to that wedding properly Rom 3:21-30; Ps 130:1-6; Lk 11:47-54 woman commit to one another to be “swallowed up,” eternity begins the invite! They couldn’t be both- prepared by removing sin from no longer be two but one. Oh, and and this party never ends. ered. Imagine that. our lives; we should not have the Friday, Oct. 20 the fun dinner party that usually Jesus gives an important in- So what does the king do? He flip-flop and tank top attitude Rom 4:1-8; Ps 32:1-2, 5, 11; Lk 12:1-7 follows. How can we forget that? sight in today’s Gospel about the sends out invitations to everyone either physically or spiritually: Weddings are always special; that unending feast by couching it in — without distinction of wealth, “Therefore let us keep the feast, Saturday, Oct. 21 is why so much time and detail go terms of a wedding day for a king’s color, language or age. His son’s not with old leaven, the leaven of Rom 4:13, 16-18; Ps 105:6-9, 42-43; Lk 12:8-12 into them. son. Today we can think of the wedding day will go on and this malice and wickedness, but with In our readings this week God recent royal wedding of Prince time it’s going to be huge. As the the unleavened bread of sincerity Sunday, Oct. 22 invites us to attend a great wed- William and Kate Middleton in royal wedding feast occurs in all and truth” (1 Cor 5:8). ding feast. The provisions are London. The royal wedding was its elaborate beauty and dignity, In getting ready for that final Is 45:1, 4-6; Ps 96:1, 3-5, 7-10; 1 Thes 1:1-5b; ready for the most elegant din- a spectacular event in every de- someone decided to show up heavenly wedding feast, you and Mt 22:15-21 ner ever. The invites are sent out tail. In the Gospel story, the king wearing flip-flops, a tank top and I are invited every Sunday to par- for the biggest party ever. Will we properly anticipates the big wed- shorts. Sometimes people just ticipate in the foretaste of that respond? And if so, how will we ding day as many parents do by don’t get the concept of decorum banquet in celebrating the holy show up for the occasion? sending out invitations. As can be and respect. After the extraor- Mass — the Lord’s Supper. Do we In this Sunday’s first lesson expected, the king is the most im- dinary graciousness of the king acccept the invite and come? If from Isaiah, God reveals to the Is- portant figure in the kingdom and to invite everyone high and low we accept the invite, how will we raelites of a feast to come that will his son is the heir to the throne. to the royal wedding, at the very show up? n have the finest food and drink, His son’s big day will be the most least the individual should have ever. It will be marked by super- elegant, spectacular and detailed showed up respectfully dressed Father Campbell is a priest of the natural events of unity among royal wedding in all the kingdom. for such an occasion. As can be Diocese of Palm Beach and paro- nations once divided; the “veil of The king sends out marriage expected, the king had the man chial vicar at Our Lady Queen of darkness” that prevented others invitations to all the royal officials thrown out because he wasn’t tak- the Apostles in Royal Palm Beach. A  C SSIFIEDS Florida Catholic Sept. 8-21, 2017

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This Enjoy great food from around www.southwestfallfest.com year’s 53rd annual festival will be held Nov. 16-19. (COURTESY) the world, bounce house for Oct. 26, 6-10 p.m.; Oct. 27, 6 kids, raffles, live music, beer p.m.-midnight; Oct. 28, 2 p.m.- and wine tents, bingo, fun midnight; Oct. 29, 1-6 p.m. OCTOBER 2017 NOVEMBER 2017 NOVEMBER 2017 and games. Bring the kiddos More than 25 rides and out for some family fun. All games, food court, beer, bingo, CRAFT FAIR NINTH ANNUAL WOMEN’S GUILD proceeds go toward St Luke Free entertainment and free admission Our Lady of COMMUNITY ANNUAL CRAFT BAZAAR Medical and Dental Clinic. See ad on Page B5 Lourdes Parish HARVEST FESTIVAL Resurrection of 22094 Lyons Road, Boca Raton All Souls Parish Our Lord Parish (Corner of Lyons Road and 3280 W. First Street (State 8121 Cypress Lake INTERNATIONAL FALL FESTIVAL Palmetto Park Road) Road 46), Sanford Drive, Fort Myers FAMILY FESTIVAL Nativity Parish Dale MacCutcheon: (I-4 Exit 101C, east 2.5 miles) 239-481-7171 Basilica of St. Paul Parish 3255 N. Ronald Reagan [email protected] www.allsoulsharvestfestival.com Resurrectionch.org 317 Mullally St., Daytona Beach Blvd., Longwood Oct. 28, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 3, 5-11 p.m.; Nov. 4, 11 [email protected] www.basilicaofsaintpaul.com www.nativity.org 60 tables of handcrafted items by a.m.-11 p.m.; Nov. 5, noon-8 p.m. Nov 10, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m.; Oct. 15, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Oct. 27, 6-10 p.m.; Oct. 28, noon- church and outside vendors in air- Free entertainment. Free Nov. 11, 8:30 a.m.-noon Free admission, foods from 10 p.m.; Oct. 29, 12:30-5:30 p.m. conditioned hall. Free admission. admission. Free parking. Quilts, knit, crochet, wreaths and multiple countries, folklore Turkey dinner, car show, plants, Free parking. Free raffle tickets for Buy discounted ride tickets many other handcrafted items, presentations and much more handmade crafts, second-hand vendor-offered items. Opportunity before Nov 2: 407-322-3795. home-baked items and jams, gift books and purses, raffle, bingo, drawings, bake sale, refreshments Midway rides, main stage baskets, raffle, $1 table, jewelry, food, games and entertainment entertainment, international and used books, and vintage items FALL FESTIVAL festival foods, beer tent with St. Isaac Jogues Parish FALL FESTIVAL AND big-screen TVs, children’s games 4301 S. Chickasaw Trail, Orlando HUGE FLEA MARKET RUMMAGE SALE and rides, craft boutique, basket 53d r AnNUAL St. 407-249-0906 AND BAZAAR St Ann Parish raffle, silent auction, 50-50, bingo Helen’s Harvest Oct. 19, Kickoff party, 6-10 p.m. St. Francis of Assisi Parish 26 Dogwood Trail, DeBary See ad on Page B5 Festival (feast day Mass 7 p.m.); Oct. 20, 100 W. 21st St., Riviera Beach 386-668-8270 Proceeds benefit St. 5-11 p.m.; Oct. 21, 11 a.m. to www.stfrancisofassisi1948.org Oct. 28, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Helen Catholic School 11 p.m.; Oct. 22, 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Oct. 27, preview day, Oct. 29, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 3901 26th St., Vero Beach (community picture at 3 p.m., $3 admission; Sponsored by St Ann’s Council Ascension Parish (just east of 43rd Avenue auction at 5 p.m., raffle at 6 p.m.) Oct. 28-29, 8 a.m.-1 of Catholic Women. 7250 N. Federal Highway, in historic Dodgertown) Variety of foods, rides, p.m., free admission Crafts, quilts, jewelry, Boca Raton 772-567-5457 silent auction, kids, Find something for everyone. plants, baked goods, attic 561-414-1020 www.facebook.com/St- games, entertainment Clothing, household items, linens, treasures, coffee/doughnuts, www.accboca.net Helens-Harvest-Festival furniture, electronics, and more hot dogs, chips, soda Nov. 4, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.; Nov. 16, 5-9:30 p.m.; Nov. 17, See ad on Page B3 Nov. 5, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 5-11 p.m.; Nov. 18, noon-11 FOURTH ANNUAL GALA 20-plus local crafters and p.m., Nov. 19, noon-6 p.m. AND AWARDS DINNER INTERNATIONAL vendors, fabulous raffle, gifts More than 20 thrilling rides St. Charles Borromeo FESTIVAL galore, gourmet table provided by Deggeller Attractions Parish, Orlando St. Mark Parish See ad on Page B6 of Stuart. More than 25 games Held at Highland 643 N.E. 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NOVEMBER 2017 CRAFT BAZAAR 43R D ANNUAL ARTS WITH A CAUSE AND CRAFTS SHOW St. Stephen Parish Cathedral of St. FALL CARNIVAL 575 Tuskawilla Road, Ignatius Loyola St. Joseph Parish and 9995 N. Military Trail, St Maximilian Kolbe Winter Springs Catholic Church www.st-stephen.com Palm Beach Gardens 1501 N. Alafaya Trail, Orlando 407-699-5683 Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; 407-275-0841 Nov. 17 and 18, 9 a.m.-6 Nov. 19, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 16, 5-10 p.m.; Nov. 17, p.m.; Nov. 19, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. All crafts must be homemade 5-11 p.m.; Nov. 18, 1-11 All items handcrafted, unique items, special vendor set-up time, p.m.; Nov. 19, 1-9 p.m. gifts for the holidays. Proceeds overnight vendor discount if paid/ Rides, face painting, kids’ games, benefit St. Stephen Outreach registered by Oct. 15. Gifts for crafts, specialty basket auction, See ad on Page B7 holidays and other occasions, bake sale, book sales and food bake sale, 50/50 raffle, kids’ See ad on Page B5 corner and snack bar. Proceeds Fmall rum age benefit youth ministry program. and craft fair For applications and Mary Immaculate Parish information, contact Dee 390 Sequoia Drive S., Aitken at 561-775-9529 or West Palm Beach [email protected] 561-686-8128 See ad on Page B7. www.miwpb.com Ferris wheels, like this one at Holy Family’s Southwest Fall Fest in Orlando held Oct. 26-29, are among rides typically seen at parish Nov. 18, noon-6 p.m. NOVEMBER 2017 festivals. (COURTESY) See ad on Page B6 CHRIST MAS BAZAAR St. Mary, Star of the Sea Parish 4280 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key 941-383-1255 Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Handmade Christmas decorations, trees, wreaths, home-baked goodies and chocolates, handmade jewelry, and hand-knit and sewn items for babies, children and adults, Catholic Relief Service items and gifts for the entire family T RANCIS OF SSISI HURCH ALL S . F A C H NOVEMBER 2017 100 21ST STREET • RIVIERA BEACH SEVENTH ANNUAL GIANT CRAFT Oct. 27 • Preview Day • $3 admission & Tag SALE St. Matthew Parish Oct. 28-29 • 8 a.m.- 1 p.m. • FREE admission 6090 Hypoluxo Road, Lake Worth 561-434-5606 [email protected] www.st-matthew-church.com FIND SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! Nov. 18, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. (Rain date Nov. 25) 130-plus vendors. Manicotti and bake sale 11407-1006 11398-1006 Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic FESTIVALS B4

There are plenty of food and drink choices at parish festivals, as seen here at the Gaelic and Garlic Festival held annually in St. Stephen Parish • 575 Tuskawilla Road • Winter Springs March at 407-699-8683 • www.st-stephen.com St. John the Evangelist Parish in Naples. Friday, Nov. 17 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (COURTESY) Saturday, Nov. 18 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 19 | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. All items handcrafted Many unique gifts for the holidays

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FALL BOUTIQUE VENDOR FINE ARTS CONCERT FESTIVAL AND CRAFT SHOW Cardinal Newman St. Andrew Parish St. Mark Parish High School 1509 S.E. 27th St. Cape Coral 643 N.E. Fourth Ave. (St. Mark 512 Spencer Drive, 239-772-3922 Place), Boynton Beach West Palm Beach standrewcs.org/about-us/festival 561-734-9330 www.cardinalnewman.com Jan. 11, 2018, 6-10 p.m.; Jan. 12, Nov. 19, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 561-619-7280 6-11 p.m.; Jan. 13, noon-11 p.m.; Indoor, free event. Raffles, Dec. 8, 7-9 p.m. Jan. 14 and 15, noon-10 p.m. pancake breakfast, food See ad on Page B7 The largest five-day event in Cape truck and unique Christmas Coral. A full carnival midway with gifts for everyone rides, games, festival food and live See ad on Page B4 29TH ANNUAL entertainment. Auction and raffle LUMEN CHRISTI SCHOLARSHIP GALA CHRISTMAS TREE SALE Dinner/dance to FESTIVAL PICNIC Holy Family Parish support Catholic school St. Lawrence Parish February 1-4, 2018 5125 S. Apopka Vineland scholarships in the 320 E. Dade Ave., Bushnell Diocese of Palm Beach Jan. 14, 2018, noon-4 p.m. Road, Orlando 561-775-9517 Festival picnic with food, FEB. 1 FEB. 2 FEB. 3 FEB. 4 407-876-2211 FRIDAY SUNDAY diocesepb.org/lumenchristi THURSDAY SATURDAY fun and games 5-10 P.M. 4-5 P.M. Nov. 24-Dec. 10: Thursdays [email protected] 5-MIDNIGHT 5-MIDNIGHT See ad on Page B6 and Fridays, 5-9 p.m.; Dec. 9, 7 p.m., at The Saturdays, 9 a.m.-9 p.m.; Breakers in Palm Beach Sundays, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. The Lumen Christi Scholarship FEBRUARY 2018 Fresh-cut Frasier firs Gala is the bishop’s annual dinner from North Carolina dance for the benefit of our WINTERFEST diocesan Catholic schools, both St. Stephen Parish DECEMBER 2017 elementary and secondary. The 575 Tuskawilla Road, Great Rides Diocese of Palm Beach allocates Winter Springs CHRISTMAS BAZAAR 100 percent of the net proceeds 407-699-5683 Basilica of St. Paul of the gala to need-based tuition www.st-stephen.com Games 317 Mullally St., Daytona Beach scholarships, which are shared Feb. 1, 2018: 5-10 p.m.; Feb. 2, 386-252-5422 equally among the schools. 5 p.m.-midnight; Feb. 3, noon- Dec. 2, 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Tickets: $400 midnight; Feb. 4, noon-5 p.m. Food Dec. 3, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. See ad on Page B5 Carnival, food, rides and games. Petting zoo, Nativity exhibit, Adult bingo: Feb. 1, 7-10 handcrafted items, silent auction, p.m.; Bingo: Feb. 2, 6-10 p.m.; Santa’s garage sale, raffles with FAMILY NIGHT: A Feb. 3, 3:30 p.m.-midnight cash prizes, homemade food and See ad on Page B4 Adult Bingo CELEBRATION OF Thursday 7-10 p.m. baked goods, and door prizes CHRISTMAS San Pedro Spiritual Development Center 2400 Dike Road, Winter Park Bingo 407-671-6322 www.sanpedrocenter.org Friday 7-10 p.m. Dec. 20, 6-8 p.m. Saturday 3:30-midnight 11403-1006 Live Nativity, food and Christmas crafts See ad on Page B3 B5 FESTIVALS Florida Catholic Oct. 6-19, 2017

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18TH ANNUAL HERITAGE FESTIVAL Our Lady of Grace Parish 300 Malabar Road S.E., Palm Bay 321-725-3066 Sat. Nov 4 • 9 a.m.-3 p.m. ourladyofgracechurch.com Sun. Nov. 5 • 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Bringing the diversity of our community together Feb. 2, 2018: 5-10 p.m.; Feb. 3, • 20+ Local Crafters and Vendors noon-10 p.m.; Feb. 4, noon-5 p.m. • Fabulous Raffl e • Gifts Galore! • Gourmet Table BEACHSIDE FESTIVAL Holy Name of Jesus Parish Ascension Catholic Church Family Center 3050 N. Highway A1A, Indialantic 7250 N. Federal Hwy., Boca Raton www.hnj.org www.accboca.net Feb. 8, 2018, 5-10 p.m.; Feb. For information call 561-414-1020 9, 5-11 p.m., Feb. 10, noon-11

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POLKA PARTY St. Joseph & St. Maximilian Kolbe Englewood Elks Lodge 401 N. Indiana Ave., Englewood Catholic Church 941-474-1404 Feb. 10, 2018, 5-9 p.m. (Food available starting at 4:30 p.m.) Music by EFO — Eddie CARNIVAL Forman Orchestra. $16 in advance; $18 at the door November 16-19, 2017 See ad on Page B6 Come out and enjoy all the fun and MARCH 2018 excitement that our carnival has in store for you! royalm rum age sale St. Mary, Star of the Sea Parish • Rides 4280 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key • Face Painting 941-383-1255 Friday, March 2, 2018, • Kids Games noon- 4 p.m., $5; Saturday, March 3, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., free • Basket Auction Clothing, furniture, art, collectibles, jewelry, housewares, • Bake Sale linen, toys, books and much more

• and LOTS GAELIC AND GARLIC FESTIVAL OF FOOD... St. John the Evangelist Parish 625 111th Ave. N., Naples 239-566-8740 www.sjecc.com [email protected] BUY https://stjohntheevangelist. weshareonline. YOUR org/2018GGFestival March 3, 2018, 11 a.m.-7 TICKETS p.m.; March 4, noon-7 p.m. Activities, games, food and EARLY! drinks, face painting, bounce houses, Italian Car Show, singers For more information call and dancers. Free admission 407.275.0841 See ad on Page B8

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WORD SEARCH K N I R D R S B C F A L H G D Y L I M A F E E U L C A M A O We Want YOU! U M R A B N S N H I Q V E M O B S Z I E T D T L S N I L E F Vendors and Shoppers are A A N F D R P O F U I N F S H B G I H A E H S F A V R F N O wanted for the 43rd Annual O T D I U T S I C S R A A H L Arts and Crafts Show at the Z U S T A D S H K H T C R P I X E I C H U R C H V O F A P D Cathedrawl of St. Ignatius Loyola Fall Boutique R U Y H F Y X T E G P O I Y A Palm Beach Gardens X J V W L A V I T S E F L G Y Vendor Craft Show T I C K E T S P K S L I V S K 1 P N N Y I G V B H J P I B N W Sat., Nov. 18 • 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Q C Q A R M G E P U N I T A B Sun., Nov. 19 • 8 a.m.-2 p.m. 643 N.E. 4th Ave. (St. Mark Place) B M C A R L J G E S K U W S C Boynton Beach, FL • 561-734-9330 • All Craft s must be Homemade items only. CRISS CROSS PUZZLE • We off er vendors special set-up time, ACROSS DOWN free coff ee and overnight security. Sunday, Nov. 19 1. DCLIV 2. catholic • Vendor discount if paid/registered by October 15. 7. Tournament 3. Festival • Our show includes gift s for holidays and other occasions, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. 9. KofC 4. Yummy Bake Sale, 50/50 Raff le, Kids Corner and Snack Bar. 10. Our 5. Karol • Benefi ts our youth ministry program. Indoor FREE Event 12. Kibbutz 6. Angelo For applications or information contact 11516-1006

Raffles • Pancake Breakfast • Food Truck 11503-1006 13. Rio de Janeiro 7. Tenebrae Dee Aitken at 561-622-2565 or [email protected] Unique Christmas Gifts for Everyone 15. Leo 8. Pastor 11. Parish 14. Elephant MATH SQUARE Watch your mailboxes 1 + 2 + 7 10 Make a diference! + + + 3 + 6 + 4 13 Make sure to Renew + x x P.O. Box 4993 • Orlando, FL 32802-4993 5 + 9 x 8 77 1-888-275-9953 • 407-373-0075 • www.thefloridacatholic.org 9 56 39 11499-1006 Oct. 6-19, 2017 Florida Catholic FESTIVALS B8 11395-1006