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A message from Bishop Caggiano For the past year we’ve been walking a synod journey as it discerned JOIN THE the challenges ahead and a plan for the future. Now we are set to affirm the work of the synod at the Celebration Mass on September 19, at the Webster Bank Arena in Bridgeport. CELEBRATION We will come together in prayer to celebrate all we wish to accomplish and ask the Holy Spirit for the grace and strength Register NOW to to move forward. When we speak of the Celebration Mass, Attend SYNOD Closing we are talking about the closing of one Celebration Mass chapter of the diocesan synod and opening the next with the implementation and seeds we plant to bear fruit. There is a need to celebrate this in a big way. Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 11:00am There is no better way than to gather as a diocesan family of believers—people excited about being Catholic, people like you Webster Bank Arena at Harbor Yard, Bridgeport who believe in the future of our Church, and want to show the world the Church is alive and well and has a path to spiritual renewal! What I really ask is simple: Are you willing to give up part of a Celebration of SYNOD 2014, and the beginning Saturday to come together with people from every part of our diocese? of a new era in the Diocese of Bridgeport. Come together to worship the Lord, give him praise and give thanks Join 9,000 faithful throughout the diocese and celebrate. for Mass, Music and Thanksgiving. “There is enough bad news in the world! This is the time for us to talk about the Good News of Jesus Christ and our Faith in the Church!”—Come and lend your heart and voice all that you are 9:00am Praise and worship before start of Mass to this great expression of faith in the Lord and the Church. I encourage you to participate in this exciting event in the life d of the diocese. Please register online now to help us plan for this most Multi Cultural Celebration joyful day: www.2014synod.org/tickets. d Debut of Diocesan Youth Choir SYN D 2 0 4 d Most Rev. Frank J. Caggiano, DIOCESE OF BRIDGEPORT 1 Bishop of Bridgeport Procession Starts at 10:15am

ON THE COVER | CONTENTS SERVING UP SMILES—New Covenant House of Hospitality vol- 4 WORLD YOUTH DAY 14 POPE FRANCIS unteers George Emmons, Linda Koe, Diocese to take large delegation Two women reflect on Papal Encyclical Inside this issue and Richard Greene are ready to serve guests at the new home of the Catholic 8 FAREWELL MSGR. VILLAMIDE 16-17 PRIESTS OBITUARIES Charities soup kitchen in Stamford. Bishop’s Scholarship Fund Msgr. Genuario; Father DeMarco 3 awards $2 million in aid Saint Peter Parish says goodbye (Photo by Sharon McKnight) ABOVE THE MAST: LUCY GRANT PLAYS HARDBALL LIGHTING THE WAY— FAMILY VACATION 19 Chilean Celebration 11 18 at Saint Charles Bridgeport A boy from St. Charles Borromeo At Notre Dame High School Please visit us on: By Columnist Denise Bossert Parish in Bridgeport participates at www.facebook.com/ bridgeportdiocese THIS FALL at www.twitter.com/ dobevents, dobyouth in the recent Celebration Mass Latest news: st SIONS bridgeportdiocese.com FALL 2015 COURSES ® START AUGUST 31 7/16/2015 1:49:04 PM NEW COLLEGE OF NURSING 22 NUESTRA VOZ Frank E. Metrusky, CFP honoring Our Lady of Carmen. 12 President and Financial Advisor 945 Beaver Dam Road FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 203-371-7830 OR, VISIT SACREDHEART.EDU/UCADMIS Stratford, CT 06614 (Photo by Amy Mortensen) Established by Sacred Heart University The Chilean community celebrates 203.386.8977 SHU UC FCC 7-25-2015.indd 1

Securities andMember Advisory FINRA/SIPC, Services offered and athrough Registered National Investment Planning Advisor. Corporation (NPC), Catholic Way investments and NPC are separate and unrelated companies. 3 July/August 2015 Bishop’s Scholarship Fund $2 million in aid distributed to diocesan families BRIDGEPORT—The Bishop’s to families who did not qualify has been reserved for elementary Scholarship Fund (BSF) has for aid in the past. school students. High school stu- awarded over $2 million in schol- Students demonstrating the dents will also be able to apply arship aid to students in Catholic most need were awarded up to for scholarship aid in 2016. elementary schools throughout the 85 percent of the full tuition cost, The diocese educates more Diocese of Bridgeport, according an increase of $1,000 over past than 9,000 students in its 35 (five to Siobhan Lidington, executive awards. high schools, 29 elementary, and director of the fund. When the fund was one center for early childhood In June, more than 1,800 announced in January, Bishop excellence) Catholic schools students received notification of Frank J. Caggiano noted that in in grades Pre-K-12 throughout their scholarship amounts. The addition to inner-city families Fairfield County. funds were distributed to families who could not afford the cost of a Families can apply for schol- at all income levels throughout Catholic education, many subur- arships each year for as long as the diocese. ban families were also struggling TUITION AID—In June, more than 1,800 families of all income levels the student attends a diocesan “This fund is truly transfor- to meet the cost of tuition, partic- throughout the diocese received notification of their scholarship amounts. In elementary or high school. mational because it supports the ularly if they have more than one addition to helping financially challenged families, the fund also gives a boost The Bishop’s Scholarships decision of all families in our dio- child in diocesan schools. to families with more than one child in diocesan schools. will be funded each year through cese who want a Catholic educa- “We want these and all fami- direct donations and a new tion for their children,” Lidington lies to know that they can benefit The scholarship fund, which tribute $2 million. She said that Scholarship Fund Dinner, along said, noting that the diocese will from scholarship aid,” said the was approved by the Diocesan one hundred percent of all the with revenue from the Annual continue taking new applications bishop. He noted that the fund is Consultors in December 2014, funds raised are distributed for Catholic Appeal, the Faith in the for aid over the summer. designed to award scholarships substantially creates a new finan- scholarship aid. The Bishop’s Future Fund, and a redistribution Over $350,000 was awarded of varying amounts to as many cial model for diocesan assistance Scholarship Fund is a permanent of existing parish educational to families with more than one students as possible who other- to schools. fund designed to provide tuition contributions. child enrolled in Catholic schools wise could not attend or remain Lidington said the BSF was assistance on an annual basis (For more info or to make regardless of their income. Over enrolled in the diocesan-spon- initially capped at $1.4 million for students to attend our dioce- a donation, contact Siobhan 300 new students received aid, sored Catholic school of their for its first year, but the diocese san-sponsored schools. Lidington: 203.416.1405 or while almost $1 million was given choice because of financial need. received a gift enabling it to dis- The first year of the funding [email protected].) n Bishop Caggiano leads ‘Krakow Kickoff’ WASHINGTON D.C., attend World Youth Day 2016 Day to start their spiritual prepa- (CNA/EWTN News)—For those from the U.S., and the anticipat- ration now through prayer and pilgrims thinking about partici- ed overall attendance is 2.5 mil- service. He suggested that they pating in World Youth Day 2016 lion. The theme will be “Blessed reflect on Jesus’ Transfiguration, in Krakow, Poland, Bishop Frank Are the Merciful.” and act as if they were climbing Caggiano has a message: It will Bishop Caggiano sees World the mountain now with Peter, be worth the sacrifice. Youth Day 2016 as an invitation James and John to see Christ Serving as World Youth Day for all young people to encounter transfigured at the top. Liaison for the U.S. bishops, he Christ’s transformative mercy. He For the three apostles, the acknowledged that attending the hopes attendees “have two expe- Transfiguration of Jesus began global gathering in Poland next riences.” the “rest of their life of faith,” he summer will have a cost—not The first, he said, is “that they said. In a similar way, by making only in money, but also in time themselves will be touched some- the pilgrimage and encountering and the hardships of traveling to KRAKOW KICKOFF—Bishop Frank J. Caggiano speaking at the St. John where deep inside of them. That God’s mercy at World Youth a foreign country. Paul II National Shrine in Washington, D.C. He is serving as World Youth in the part of their heart which Day, young people today can However, he told CNA, “it is Day liaison for the U.S. Catholic Bishops. More than 30,000 young people from is still perhaps secret, in a part of be transformed and begin a new in the sacrifice that you intimately the U.S. will travel to Poland next summer. their lives which they may still chapter in their life of faith as well. meet the Lord.” Upon reaching be embarrassed at what has hap- It is “essential” that bishops Krakow, the fruits of the sacrifice Faith is very much alive, and of faith and mercy,” the bishop pened and what they did, where travel with pilgrims from their are seen: “that you’re in solidarity, you’re never alone doing it.” told those gathered at the shrine. they still wonder whether God respective dioceses, Bishop that there are millions like you who Bishop Caggiano spoke to World Youth Day is an inter- can love them, knowing what Caggiano added. are making the same sacrifice.” CNA after the “Krakow Kickoff” national pilgrimage of young they know—that part of what will “The young people, young “I think one of the great debil- event held July 7 at the St. people from around the world, happen is they’ll be touched and adults, relate to them as spiritual itations of contemporary life for John Paul II National Shrine in which includes opportunities for realize that God knew it all along fathers,” he said. “The bishop is young people, and those of us Washington, D.C. catechesis, prayer, sacraments, and still loves them.” the sign of unity and almost the older, is that we ask ourselves: He is expecting to send a dele- song, and fellowship. The event “And equally important, so symbol, sacramentally, of the are we the only ones doing this? gation of more than 300 youth and culminates with a prayer vigil and what they have gotten, they give Father’s love for his people.” Who else out there thinks faith their chaperones to Poland in 2016. Mass with the Pope. away,” he added. “To love and not See the story on page 5 for matters?” he remarked. “I invite every Catholic young Instituted by St. John Paul II in expect something in return. Only registration information on the But when at World Youth person, every Catholic young 1985, the international gatherings someone who has experienced Diocese of Bridgeport’s prepara- Day, “you stand with two and a adult, every leader in our Church are held every 2-3 years and have mercy can give mercy that way.” tions for sending a delegation to half million people, young peo- to come together and embark drawn crowds of up to 5 million. The bishop encouraged those World Youth Day. There are still ple. Then you have your answer. with me on this great pilgrimage Some 30,000 are expected to who will attend World Youth some openings available. n 4 July/August 2015 World Youth Day Diocese to take large delegation to Poland BRIDGEPORT—More than In recognition of the key role Thursday, “I can promise you that World 250 young people and chaperones that social media has played in July 21, 2016. Youth Day will be an incredible, have registered to take part in the getting the word out and building The trip will life-changing week, and one that diocesan pilgrimage to World registration for the event, Bishop include a visit you will never forget,” the bish- Youth Day next July in Krakow, Caggiano has asked John Grosso to the German op said in his Facebook post. Poland. of Stamford, the diocese social concentra- Grosso said that while hotel The diocese hopes to take a media leader, to serve as coordi- tion camp and flight costs are still being delegation of 300 to the event and nator of diocesan efforts. Auschwitz. negotiated, the diocese is figuring has awarded $200,000 in finan- Grosso said that registration After stopping on $3,600 per person for the trip, cial aid to help area youth afford for the event is temporarily sus- there, the including all transportation, lodg- the airfare and lodging costs. pended as the diocese reassesses group is ing, WYD registration and meals. The financial aid was made its numbers. Those still interested hoping to Grosso will work with the possible by donors who designat- should put their name on the make a diocesan World Youth Day ed their Annual Catholic Appeal wait list. Grosso anticipates that, brief visit to Committee to plan the details of (ACA) gift to send young people moving forward, more spots will Wadowice, the pilgrimage, future meetings, to World Youth Day. open up. the hometown and pre-WYD formation, which The number of area youth “The bishop’s commitment of John Paul will begin in January 2016. who have registered for the and national leadership on this II. (For more info and links to worldwide event surged this sum- issue have created a great deal of On July 27, registration, visit the Diocese of mer when Bishop Caggiano post- enthusiasm in our diocese,” said the group will Bridgeport World Youth Day web- John Grosso ed a video to his Facebook page Grosso. “There will be a second welcome Pope site: www.bridgeportdiocese.com. discussing the importance of the wave of financial aid awarded at Francis to Announcements will also be made on event and the great opportunity the beginning of August. If you on our wait list and openings in Krakow. The diocesan delegation twitter (@diobpt_wyd)! John Grosso for spiritual growth and forma- are still interested in attending, the coming days.” will also attend a candlelight vigil can be reached at [email protected] tion it offers to young people. stay tuned for more information The 12-day trip begins on and outdoor Mass with the Pope. with any and all questions.) n

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Catholic Scouting Awards BISHOP FRANK CAGGIANO and Robert Scarpetti, Jr., co-chair (above) of the Diocesan On my honor, I will try: Catholic Committee on Scouting, distributed more than 120 awards to Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts and Brownies at the 2015 Catholic Scouting Awards Ceremony held To serve God and my country, at St. Joseph High School in Trumbull. After processing in and posting colors, scouts sang To help people at all times… the National Anthem and recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Bishop Caggiano blessed the Girl Scout Oath medals and praised the scouts for their love of God and country. Among the many awards presented were the “I Live My Faith” Medal and “Light of Christ” Medal. n

Televised Mass returns to Cablevision HARTFORD—Viewers “It will be a tremendous gift to the among the celebrants of the tele- who have missed watching the elderly, sick and infirm who can- vised liturgy. “Bishop Caggiano Celebration of the Eucharist not travel to Mass on Sunday.” plans to celebrate Mass on tele- daily Television Mass for The bishop said he was vision in the near future.” the past couple of years will deeply grateful to Father John The offices and studios of be able to see it again every Gatzak, executive director of ORTV and WJMJ Radio, a day of the week at 10 am on ORTV for all of his efforts service of the Archdiocese Cablevision’s Channel 84 serv- to bring the Mass back to of Hartford, are located at ing Fairfield County. Cablevision. Father Gatzak and 15 Peach Orchard Road in Starting Sunday, July 26, the ORTV production team will Prospect. 2015 the popular program also produce the live broadcast The Celebration of the returns to Cablevision on the of the Synod Celebration Mass Eucharist is still available to Local Programming Channel, on Saturday, September 19, those who receive WCCT-TV, Channel 84, for half an hour (broadcast details will be provid- channel 20’s over-the-air sig- Monday through Saturday and ed in the next issue of FCC). nal with an external antenna, on Sunday for an hour that “So many people who can’t or get WCCT on Dish TV also includes news from the get to church, whether they’re ing the Mass each day,” Father was not available on Cablevision or Direct TV service or from Office of Radio and Television recovering from an operation or Gatzak says. in recent years. another local cable provider. (ORTV) of the Archdiocese of homebound because they don’t Now fragile seniors and shut- “We’re very happy to be again It can also be viewed live each Hartford. drive anymore, tell me how much ins will have the consolation of reaching our loyal viewers in day at 10 am or on-demand at “This is wonderful news they appreciate hearing the Good faith available to them again. The Fairfield County,” says Father anytime at: www.ortv.org by for the Diocese of Bridgeport,” News of Jesus and feel reassured Celebration of the Eucharist has Gatzak, who will include priests choosing “Television” on the said Bishop Frank J. Caggiano. of God’s love for them by watch- aired every day since 1984, but from the Diocese of Bridgeport “Programming” menu item. n 6 July/August 2015 Feeding the Hungry in Stamford New Covenant House opens new facility STAMFORD—New the-art kitchen, and welcoming dining Covenant House of area with seating for Hospitality (NCH) has 72 guests. One of the most significant opened the doors to its changes to New new facility, and guests Covenant House is the spacious food as well as volunteers are pantry, which is saying that it has the feel now in an expanded space. It features of both a restaurant and six shopping aisles supermarket serving the and 2 side-by-side refrigerator/freez- poor and hungry. ers, allowing New Covenant House to The new 8,000 square foot provide fresh and facility at 174 Richmond Hill frozen foods in addi- FOOD SHOPPING—The new New Covenant House of Hospitality site allows for a “supermarket” approach to its food pantry service. Ave. (diagonally across from its tion to dry grocery Individuals and families who register and quality can now “shop” for fresh produce and other groceries. The 8,000 square foot facility opens the doors on a new era of food services that empowers guests. previous Yerwood Center loca- items. tion) has come a long way from After much its origin as a “soup kitchen” that planning and prepa- Board members and staff have and shower, laundry and hair-cut- one without questions asked. served its first meal in 1978 in the ration, New Covenant House proudly led tours of the new site ting facilities for those in need,” “There are no requirements to basement of 66 West Main Street. moved to its new location and that will not only improve the he said. enter the NCH doors, except a The facility includes a state-of- into a new era on June 22. quality of nutrition but also pro- The pantry is now open two mutual exchange of respect and vide the space for support services days per week for a total of nine dignity,” he said. that helps guests to address legal, hours, a substantial increase in New Covenant House is open Cemetery Offices housing, medical and employ- hours to help neighbors in need. 365 days a year and provides near- BRIDGEPORT-STRATFORD ment issues. Because the food pantry now ly 700,000 meals to the disadvan- St. Michael Cemetery “The new site is the fulfill- offers supermarket style shopping, taged of Lower Fairfield County. 2205 Stratford Avenue Stratford, CT 06615 ment of both a vision and a individuals and families must NCH serves lunch and dinner, (203) 378-0404 plan,” said Al Barber, president/ register and qualify before a shop- Monday to Saturday and lunch on DANBURY CEO of Catholic Charities, ping appointment is set up. Sunday. Additionally, there is a St. Peter Cemetery 71 Lake Avenue Extension which sponsors the NCH. “It However, the soup kitchen breakfast-to-go program daily. Danbury, CT 06810 represents the hard work, good side is open to all seven days a Founded over 37 years ago, (203) 743-9626 will and generosity of donors, week, serving lunch, dinner and The soup kitchen benefits from DARIEN volunteers and all those who providing to-go packages. the commitment of hundreds of St. John Cemetery 25 Camp Avenue have helped us move forward in Guests are the poor and disad- interfaith volunteers, who help Darien, CT 06820 our mission of walking alongside vantaged including the homeless, to prepare and serve three meals (203) 322-0455 the poorest and most vulnerable working poor, children, the elder- a day. To our families, GREENWICH in our society.” ly, disabled mentally ill, HIV/ (Contributions to the capital St. Mary - Putnam Cemetery 399 North Street Barber said the move was AIDS clients and immigrants, campaign can be made at: nchstam- Monuments Greenwich, CT 06830 made possible by the “Funding both with and without citizenship ford.org/capital-campaign, or send (203) 869-4828 the Future” Capital Campaign documentation. a check to: New Covenant House and Markers (203) 869-7026 NEWTOWN led by the advisory board, which Paul Harinsten, Advisory Capital Campaign PO Box 10883, Resurrection Cemetery has raised nearly $1.4 million Board chair, said the doors of the Stamford, CT 06904. For more info, Are available c/o Gate of Heaven Cemetery needed to move to the new site soup kitchen are open to every- phone 203.964.8228.) n 1056 Daniels Farm Road for purchase Trumbull, CT 06611 across from Yerwood, which (203) 268-5574 has housed NCH for the past 24 through any of our NORWALK years. An additional $300,000 is St. John - St. Mary Cemetery still needed to launch and support Catholic Cemetery 223 Richards Avenue Norwalk, CT 06850 new initiatives and expanded Offices. (203) 838-4271 food services. STAMFORD John Gutman, NCH executive Queen of Peace Cemetery Call for an appointment c/o St. John Cemetery director, said that feeding the 25 Camp Avenue poor remains the core mission of or visit us. Darien, CT 06820 the soup kitchen, but the new site (203) 322-0455 will enable it to do much more to ( TRUMBULL Gate of Heaven Cemetery help people cope with day to day We can give you a FREE 1056 Daniels Farm Road problems in a dignified and sup- Trumbull, CT 06611 estimate on adding an inscription (203) 268-5574 portive way. to your existing family monument. WESTPORT “Our new facility will offer job Assumption, Greens Farms skills programs in several food Assumption, Kings Highway related areas, a dedicated medical c/o St. John Cemetery Catholic Cemeteries Diocese of Bridgeport 223 Richards Avenue services program, a team of case Administrative Office, Catholic Center Norwalk, CT 06850 workers to help our guests find 238 Jewett Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06606 (203) 838-4271 solutions for everyday problems, 7 July/August 2015 Priest Ordination Father Carl Dennis McIntosh

By FATHER COLIN MCKENNA Bishop Caggiano had said at the the crucified and Risen Priest. outset of the ordination Mass. And from this moment unto all An overcast day could not Now the diocese and the uni- eternity, Christ will press upon keep Deacon Carl McIntosh from versal Church celebrate together your very soul the gift of his smiling. As the 11 am ordination the ordination of a newly- priesthood. Mass drew ever closer, his smile minted Catholic priest. Father “It is a mystery that you and I, and his spirit provided the light McIntosh’s ordination also had and every single one of us in this that the clouds tried to conceal. some historical significance. At Church ordained to priesthood When Bishop Frank J. 64, he is the oldest man to be are neither worthy of nor can be Caggiano laid his hands on ordained a priest this year in the ever fully prepared to live… As GIFT OF THE PRIESTHOOD—On Saturday, July 27, Bishop Caggiano the head of a kneeling Deacon ordained Carl McIntosh of New York City to the priesthood at St. Augustine United States. you will prostrate yourself in just Cathedral in Bridgeport. At 64, Father McIntosh is the oldest man to be Carl McIntosh in St. Augustine In his homily, Bishop a few moments here, before the ordained in the U.S. Church this year. Cathedral in Bridgeport, priestly Caggiano spoke of the outpouring altar, which is Calvary in grace; ontological change was impressed of God’s grace in the Sacrament when you rise from this place upon his soul. In that instant, of Ordination. “Carl, in a few you must remember, my brother, Deacon Carl McIntosh became moments, by the imposition of what I must remind myself each Father Carl McIntosh. my hands and the invocation of day: it is Christ I honor, Christ I “We came here this morning the Holy Spirit, you will enter serve, and Christ whom, through to celebrate the gift that Deacon into a great mystery. You are his grace, I will make present in Carl McIntosh is to the Church,” going to be configured to Christ, the world through my priestly St. Vincent’s remembers loved ones lost to cancer

BRIDGEPORT—St. Vincent’s SWIM Across the A TIME OF JOY—The newly-ordained Father McIntosh with his 93 year old Sound cancer charity will father, Leonard. sponsor the 18th Annual Interfaith Memorial Service life. That will be your mission the Body and Blood, Soul and on Sunday, July 26, at from this day forward. Divinity of the Crucified Lord. Captain’s Cove Seaport in “You are going to become We will be fed with the Bread Bridgeport. The event is open a minister of the sanctification of Life.” to all members of the com- of God’s people. You will take Father McIntosh celebrated munity who have lost a loved bread and wine, and through his first Mass the following one to cancer regardless of the power of the Risen Lord, morning at St. Lawrence Parish hospital affiliation. that bread and wine will become in Shelton. n The service provides an opportunity for families and friends to heal after the loss of loved ones, and to acknowledge the importance SUNFLOWERS SYMBOLIZING LIFE—The Annual St. Vincent’s Swim Across the Sound Memorial Service at Captains Cove in Bridgeport is a time and contribution of every life. for prayer, music, and remembrance symbolized by sunflowers cast upon Highlighting the service is the the water. reading of names of deceased Put some excitement loved ones submitted by par- into your event! ticipants, followed by the sym- Great for weddings, baptisms, bolic scattering of sunflowers, birthdays, corporate events, promotions, representing each person and fundraisers, summer camps and more... the glory of life, onto Long Island Sound. The service Or just have the truck stop by your job includes prayer, musical trib- for the staff once a week! utes by bagpiper David Curtis, We always have great promotions. the “Just Voices Chorus,” and Trumbull native Tyler For more info and to sign up Cervini, inspirational readings by St. Vincent’s leadership and for email updates go to oncology staff, an honor guard www.jimsicecreamtruck.com from the Knights of Columbus or call Jim at 203.505.2382 and a symbolic candle-lighting ceremony. n Great selection of ice cream including GELATO! 8 July/August 2015 Communities of Faith St. Peter Parish says farewell to Msgr. Villamide

By MARIA MUNIZ and Monsignor helped plan for and youth who are well prepared, the national “Encuentro” under with the ability to be good leaders Msgr. Aniceto Villamide the United States Conference of in the Church thanks to his lead- ended his pastoral mission as Catholic ership. St. Peter’s is the loving pastor of St. Peter Parish on June Bishops. community it is today thanks to 30, after 30 years of service in He worked Monsignor Villamide. the Diocese of Bridgeport. On with other So, we don’t say goodbye, we June 28, St. Peter’s honored their groups in say “THANK YOU.” Thank you pastor in a very special way. New York for all the good you have done Starting at 7:30 am, Monsignor and New for these past 30 years. We have was serenaded with the maña- England to been blessed for having you as nitas sung by his parishioners, show peo- our spiritual father and as our followed by a moment of prayer ple how friend. We know that every stage in front of the Blessed Sacrament to love in life must come to an end, and where everyone knelt and prayed A MAN OF GOD—Msgr. Aniceto Villamide was honored by Jesus in a this is your time. We love you for their pastor. A special sol- parishioners of St. Peter Parish in Bridgeport upon his retirement more pro- and we will miss you! emn Mass of Thanksgiving was after 30 years of service. People throughout the tri-state area found and The Lord has blessed you with offered, concelebrated by several attended the Mass ofThanksgiving and the dinner reception that authentic many gifts and talents, and you priests and deacons from this dio- followed. way. still have much to give to the cese and from Washington, D.C. The Church. We know that God has The church was filled to Monsignor Villamide has been love, compassion, humility, and seed he has sown has produced plans for you in Spain. May God capacity with parishioners and the rock of St. Peter’s, leading the kindness. much fruit. St. Peter’s is a com- continue to bless you and may friends, including some from parish with passion, conviction, Recognizing his dedication, munity of strong faith thanks to our Blessed Mother guide and as far as Florida, Puerto Rico, and firmness; but more impor- Bishop Edward Egan named his hard work, commitment, and protect you as you embark this South Carolina and New York. tantly, he has led us with faith, him Vicar for Hispanics in 1991, dedication. The parish has adults new chapter in your life. n They came to pray for this spe- cial priest, a unique man, a man of faith, a man of God, and a holy priest. During his homily, Monsignor thanked his parish- Chilean Catholics honor ioners for allowing him to walk with them the journey of faith for the past 30 years. The Apostolic their patron saint at St. Charles Papal Blessing was presented to Monsignor by his parishioners, BRIDGEPORT—Five parish life. and the children of the parish years ago, five Chilean women The statue of Our Lady of sang a special song to him. felt the need to observe a Carmen was brought direct- After the Mass, a reception devotion they had learned at ly from that country by the took place in the church hall, their mother’s knee in their Counsul General in New where Monsignor was received homeland. Grown from their York, who was present for this by a mariachi band and hundreds determination, this year at St. year’s celebration. “Our Lady of parishioners and friends shared Charles Borromeo Church, of Carmen is our mother,” their love, support and well wish- for the feast in honor of Our says Gloria Reyes. “For us, es to their very special shepherd. Lady of Carmen (La Virgen the chance to celebrate our A dinner reception took place del Carmen), people came patron saint is huge.” at Vazzano’s Four Seasons that from as far away as Boston, Most Chileans are com- evening with a program that Long Island, and New Jersey pletely bilingual, as comfort- included dances, poems, songs, to celebrate the patroness of able in English as in Spanish. presentations, and gifts. This Chile with a Mass with familiar For those who wish it, two was an extremely emotional hymns, children in traditional Masses are celebrated in day for everyone, especially for costumes, offerings of flowers, THE CHILEAN COMMUNITY from throughout the Northeast came Spanish each Sunday at St. and a celebration afterward together recently in prayer and celebration at St. Charles Borromeo Parish in Charles. “This is about more Monsignor Villamide. Bridgeport to honor Our Lady of Carmen, the patroness of Chile. Monsignor is a true disciple overflowing with festivities, than language,” says Father and missionary of Christ. He folklore and food. Thomas Simisky, SJ, who was born and raised in Spain, “The Chilean community In a way, her experience speaking group at the parish. celebrated the Mass. Now and ordained in 1967 in Leon by in this area is small and scat- exemplifies that of other new- The Virgen of Caacupe, patron- the president of Fairfield Bishop Luis Almarcha. With a tered,” says Valeria Figueroa, comers to this country. While ess of Paraguay, is prominently Prep, he was formerly a strong sense of mission, he came one of the women spearheading the wider English-speaking displayed. A large image of missionary in Chile. “This to this country first to serve in the feast day Mass. “We don’t population tends to use the term Our Lady of Guadalupe, who is about their culture, their New York City and in the Bronx. have one parish where we are “Hispanic” as if all Spanish- has a strong following among heritage. This is a chance Ever since he came here in 1985 concentrated.” speakers were of the same Mexicans, adorns a side niche. to enjoy together the great he has brought his love to the Figueroa, a parishioner at background, the actuality is far Celebrations on feast days patroness of Chile.” people of Bridgeport, first at St. St. Pius X Parish in Fairfield, different. St. Charles already has honor Our Lady with the cus- (For more info on the Chilean Anthony Parish and then at St. is, ironically, a native of Brazil. a statue of La Providencia, Our toms of each community and group at St. Charles, contact Peter’s. Her husband, Gabriel, is Lady of Providence, the patron- enrich the life of the parish. Valeria Figueroa: fgvaleria@hot- Just like Peter, who was Chilean and she feels part of ess of Puerto Rico. Puerto Ricans The celebration of Our Lady of mail.com or Mabel Soto: mabel- the rock of the first Christians, his family here. formed the earliest Spanish- Carmen is the latest addition to [email protected].) n 9 July/August 2015 Consecrated Life St. Peter Parish says farewell to Msgr. Villamide Sister Jude Carroll For our ongoing coverage Jude Carroll, spent time in the Family of Nazareth of the Year of Consecrated business world first, searching Life, the Communications before discerning the life that Years in Vowed Profession: 34 Department has featured young would give them so much joy. religious and jubilarians, several Ministry, now or formerly: women and one man. Through Name: Sister Jude Carroll, DRE/pastoral associate/retreat them we get a snapshot of the CSFN and spiritual director SISTER JUDE CARROLL at 2014 Synod of the Diocese of Bridgeport, where wide variety of skills, interests she served as a delegate. and background of people who Hometown: Stamford, A favorite image or title for have answered God’s call to Connecticut Jesus that resonates with me: religious life. Some entered their a true shepherd An interesting fact about The Pearl order directly after complet- Order/Institute/ me: I was the manager of a by Sister Jude Carroll, CSFN ing school, others, like Sister Congregation: Sisters of the Holy Person who influenced my Social Security Office on Barnum faith life: Too many to name Avenue when God called me to The gift of vocation in Nazareth: religious life. A second fact is a gold mine. A Connecticut place I that I was a patient at Engelwood Who wouldn’t sell all they own Schedule of Pope especially like: University of Hospital, now the Catholic for what I have found? Connecticut, Storrs Center in 1950 when I contracted Life—real life! Polio. Struggles for sure, Francis in the U.S. If I could have lunch with a but more joy than pain, saint it would be: St. Bernadette I really like this author: more life than death. Here is the schedule for Pope Francis’ September 2015 Apostolic Edwina Gateley Joy is the echo of the kingdom! Journey to the United States of America as released by the Vatican What “rocks my world” In weakness I am made strong. on June 30, 2015. All times listed are Eastern Daylight Time. today: Pope Francis and Slogan that I would give Imperfection knows its need Bishop Caggiano who give my life: It may take her a while, for Him. TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22 (WASHINGTON, DC) us a breath of fresh air in the but she’ll get there. She doesn’t The pearl makes it all worthwhile. 4:00 pm Arrival from Cuba at Joint Base Andrews Church and a sense of hope for give up. Nowhere would I have found Him WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23 (WASHINGTON, DC) the future. as I have in Nazareth. 9:15 am Welcome ceremony and meeting with President Obama What I would say to some- Life and love blossoming at the White House Something I most appreciate one considering choosing con- in Nazareth’s womb. 11:30 am Midday Prayer with the bishops of the United States, about community life: When secrated life: If you feel the call, The gift of vocation in Nazareth: St. Matthew’s Cathedral someone is struggling, especially try it out. There’s a lot of time a gold mine. 4:15 pm Mass of Canonization of Junipero Serra, when there’s a loss, the commu- before vows to truly discern if Who wouldn’t sell all they own Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception nity gathers around. it’s right for you. For what I have found? n THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 24 (WASHINGTON, DC, NEW YORK CITY) 9:20 am Address to Joint Session of Congress 11:15 am Visit to St. Patrick in the City and Catholic Charities 25 SURROUNDING TOWNS of the Archdiocese of Washington 4:00 pm Depart from Joint Base Andrews 5:00 pm Arrival at John F. Kennedy International Airport Choose St Joe’s 6:45 pm Evening Prayer (Vespers) at St. Patrick’s Cathedral FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 25 (NEW YORK CITY) 8:30 am Visit and Address to the United Nations 2015 2-Day High School Open House Dates Placement Danbury Seymour 11:30 am Multi-religious service at 9/11 Memorial and Museum, 84 COMING Bethel IN 2016 5th Grade and up Test Prep Course Sandy Hook 15 World Trade Center Ansonia Woodbridge welcome Friday, October 23 25 Monroe 4:00 pm Visit to Our Lady Queen of Angels, East Harlem Derby 6 pm – 9 pm St Joseph Shelton Westville 6:00 pm Mass at Madison Square Garden Fall Open House High School 108 New Haven 8 Orange Sunday, October 18 Saturday, October 24 Easton SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 West Haven 1 pm – 4 pm 9 am – 1 pm Georgetown Trumbull (NEW YORK CITY, PHILADELPHIA) Milford

Winter Open House HSPT Prep Course NEW YORK Wilton Weston 8:40 am Departure from JFK International Airport Bridgeport Wednesday, December 2 Students are invited CONNECTICUT 7 Stratford 9:30 am Arrival at Atlantic Aviation, Philadelphia 95 7 pm – 8:30 pm to stay for lunch and 10:30 am Mass at Cathedral Basilica of Sts. Peter and Paul, Westport Fairfield football game on 15 Norwalk Philadelphia 2015 Saturday, October 24. Stamford 4:45 pm Visit to Independence Mall Entrance Exam Dates 7:30 pm Visit to the Festival of Families Benjamin Franklin Parkway Saturdays Register online now at October 31, November 14 SJCadets.org/admissions For more information or to set up a private tour SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 (PHILADELPHIA) 8 am – 11:30 am (Entrance Exam Prep please call the Admissions Offi ce at 203-378-9378 9:15 am Meeting with bishops at at St. Martin’s Chapel, Course) [email protected] St. Charles Borromeo Seminary 11:00 am Visit to Curran-Fromhold Correctional Facility 4:00 pm Mass for the conclusion of the World Meeting 2320 Huntington Turnpike Bus routes are available in Find Us On: of Families, Benjamin Franklin Parkway Trumbull, CT 06611 neighboring towns! Facebook.com/SJCadets 7:00 pm Visit with organizers, volunteers and benefactors 203-378-9378 (ext. 455) Please visit our website for Twitter: @SJCadets of the World Meeting of Families, Atlantic Aviation www.sjcadets.org transportation information. Instagram: @SJCadets www.bridgeportdiocese.com 8:00 pm Departure for Rome n 10 July/August 2015

EDITORIAL EDITOR’S CHOICE Summer Pilgrimage Caroline House promotes women in literacy program Many of us have hit the road for summer vacation, whether relaxing on the BRIDGEPORT—Caroline House, an educa- beach or taking on more adventurous travel. In parishes throughout the diocese, tion center teaching literacy and life skills to eco- people also taking pilgrimages to holy sites around the globe. Among the summer nomically disadvantaged immigrant women and pilgrims is Bishop Frank Caggiano, who has just returned from a pilgrimage to children, promoted over 80 women in their Mother sites in southern Italy. His trip occasioned this reflection on immigration and the and Child Literacy Program. Students study for two pilgrim church. years in English as a Second Language and life skill “I am beginning the first full day of pilgrimage today here in classes, while their small children are taken care of Argrigento, a city located in the southern portion of Sicily, which includes in the Caroline House preschool program. Women the port city of Lampedusa where many immigrant refugees fleeing pov- in every level receive a promotion certificate for erty and religious persecution in Africa make the dangerous crossing over their accomplishment. the Mediterranean Sea to find hope and freedom in Italy. It is the same “Many congratulations to the women for a job well city that was made famous by a recent visit by our Holy Father who done,” Caroline House Board member Alexis Yates wishes to draw the world’s attention to the plight of these refugees. said. “We applaud all of your effort and hard work.” “The origins of the city lie over 2,900 year ago. Argrigento was the Since opening its doors over 19 years ago, Caroline House has nurtured and educated hundreds of first Greek outpost in what is now Sicily, established as a trading post. women and children. All programs and services are provided free of charge. Its ruins are famous and some of the best preserved in all of Europe. (Foundations, corporations, and individual donors provide the financial support for Caroline House. For more info, “The fact that this city has been the home of immigrants for over go to www.thecarolinehouse.org.) n three millennia provides us a powerful spiritual lesson. For in the end, are we not all immigrants, traveling on a spiritual journey from this life to the glory of eternity? Even though we may be rooted in a coun- CLERGYAPPOINTMENTS try for generations, those roots do not have lasting life. The only roots that matter are those that will give us the privilege to enjoy eternal The Most Reverend Frank J. Caggiano, Bishop of Bridgeport, life with the Lord in the glory of Heaven. Our lasting city is heaven, has made the following clergy appointments in the Diocese of Bridgeport: not any place on earth. As such, is it time for the peoples of the world to stop treating each other as enemies, somehow trespassing on each Administrator Chaplain Residence other’s territory and realize that we are all pilgrims, all immigrants, all travelers to a far greater land that is not our own. REVEREND JOSE REBAQUE, REVEREND GONZAGUE REVEREND ALBERT WATTS, Editor’s note. The bishop’s reflection first appeared on Facebook at “Bishop S.A.C., Parochial Vicar, Saint LEROUX, new to the Diocese, to Catherine Dennis Keefe Queen Caggiano.” You can also follow the bishop on twitter: @bishopcaggiano. Peter Parish, Bridgeport, to to Episcopal Chaplain, Trinity of the Clergy Residence, Stamford. Administrator, Saint Peter Parish, Catholic High School, Stamford. Effective date was July 8. Bridgeport. Effective date was Father Leroux will reside at Saint REVEREND MONSIGNOR July 1. John Fisher Seminary, Stamford. ROGER WATTS, to Catherine Coming to Fruition Effective date is August 1. Dennis Keefe Queen of the Clergy Summer is a great time to watch the garden grow—and continue Parochial Vicar Residence, Stamford. Effective date REVEREND ELIO SOSA, I.V.E., was July 8. to nurture and care for everything you have planted. This summer the REVEREND ANTHONY JOHN diocese is also witnessing the growing of new initiatives—many of the to part-time Chaplain, University of BRITTO, new to the Diocese, Deacon Bridgeport. Father Sosa will continue seeds planted earlier this year are already coming to fruition: to Parochial Vicar, Saint Joseph to serve as Administrator of Saint REVEREND MR. PHILIP LANH —Under the direction of Mary Bozzuti Parish, Shelton. Effective date Diocesan Youth Choir George Parish, Bridgeport. Effective PHAN, newly ordained to Deacon, Higgins of Wilton, the Diocesan Youth Choir has been busy rehears- was July 2. date was June 1. Saint John Parish, Darien. Effective ing this summer. It now numbers 78 young men and women from date was June 20-July 11. every area of the diocese. Choir members are preparing for their Hospital Chaplain REVEREND ANDREW VILL, REVEREND MR. ERIC SILVA, debut at the Synod Mass Celebration in September and for a special REVEREND DONALD to Diocesan Scout Chaplain for the newly ordained to Deacon, Christmas Concert. So if you happen to pass by and hear Christmas ANYAGWA, new to the Diocese, Connecticut Yankee Council of the Saint Francis of Assisi Parish, carols in July, you’ll know the choir is hard at work. For info: www. to Chaplain at Stamford Hospital, Boys Scouts of America. Father Vill Weston. Effective date was June bridgeportdiocese.org/c4ysings/home. temporarily residing at Catherine will continue to serve as Parochial 20-August 9. Synod Celebration Mass—More than 4,300 have already regis- Dennis Keefe Queen of the Clergy Vicar at The Basilica of Saint John Reverend Ian Jeremiah, tered to attend the Synod Celebration Mass on September 19. The Residence, Stamford. Effective date the Evangelist, Stamford. Effective Episcopal Vicar for Clergy arena holds 9,000 and Bishop Caggiano would like to see it filled for was July 15. date was July 1. July/August, 2015 this memorable day of prayer and joy in the life of the diocese. Many parishes are supplying buses to make the trip easier. Secure your seat by registering at www.2014synod.org/tickets. Most Reverend Frank J. Caggiano Circulation Bishop’s Scholarship Fund—The Bishop’s Scholarship Fund has Publisher Every registered Catholic household distributed $2 million to more than 1,800 students in our Catholic Brian D. Wallace in Fairfield County is entitled to a subscription. elementary schools. The new fund is already living up to its promise Executive Editor [email protected] to help all families who choose a Catholic education for their children. Office Pat Hennessy To cancel, change or add an address, Almost $1 million was awarded to families who did not quality for of Communications Managing Editor [email protected] please email: [email protected] Diocese of Bridgeport Renée Stamatis aid in the past. The next funding cycle will also include aid to high Annual Subscription Price school students. For more info visit: www.dioceseofbridgeportcatho- 238 Jewett Avenue Art Director [email protected] Bridgeport, Connecticut 06606-2892 $20 (within diocese) licschools.com. Ralph Lazzaro $50 (outside diocese) telephone | 203.416.1461 Advertising Manager [email protected] fax | 203.374.2044 World Youth Day—The response to Bishop Caggiano’s invitation email | [email protected] Brian A. Wallace Postmaster to attend World Youth Day has been tremendous, with more than 250 web | www.bridgeportdiocese.com Graphic Designer [email protected] send address changes to: young people and chaperones registering for the event that will take www.facebook.com/BridgeportDiocese John Grosso Fairfield County Catholic place in Poland next summer. As a result new registration has been sus- www.twitter.com/@DOBevents Social Media Leader [email protected] 238 Jewett Avenue USPS no.: 12-117. Periodical Bridgeport, Connecticut 06606-2892 pended. However, young people are encouraged to sign up for the wait- postage paid at Bridgeport, CT 06601, Madeline Ghilardi ing list, and any seats that become available will be filled based on order and additional mailing offices. Copy Editor (Consultant) © Copyright 2015, Diocese of Bridgeport in the list. For more info visit: www.wyd.bridgeportdiocese.com. n 11 July/August 2015 Editorial Family vacation We spend our time bickering age moments. And a pilgrimage ing from Capernaum to Cana about the details and worrying is about giving up control. It is with no expectations. It’s the Catholic by Grace about the unforeseen events about opening up the soul. moment when you taste the best and very little goes as planned. It is about expecting nothing wine you ever had. And you real- By Denise Bossert The magical moments, those and receiving everything. ize that grace showed up. moments that we will remember It is about letting God dot the Vacations can be the best of and cherish twenty years from “I” and cross the “T.” times. Or the worst of times. And now, those are almost always I think it is one Denise Bossert is a national the moments we didn’t see com- of the sadder ing. The ice cream cone on our “In the moment our vacation things that we Catholic writer and columnist. last night. The insomnia that as Americans sent us to the window where we takes us where we didn’t plan, spend so much had a midnight view of Lake money on spend a lot of time trying mapped out, budgeted, mulled Michigan. The afternoon nap it looks more like a pilgrimage. something that to figure out how to get the over. You hit the road and argue in Florida that wasn’t planned magnifies the most out of this faith jour- about when to stop and where to but came so full and so deep And that’s when we realize we worst we have I ney. How to go about it. eat. that we woke up and wondered to offer one How to open myself up to Jesus “You decide. “ where we were. Like when we really needed a pilgrimage and another, the Christ. “No, you decide. “ were children. And then we very ones we How to engage the faith like a “But I’m not hungry yet.” smiled. not a vacation in the first place.” are supposed to saint. I mull it over. “Well, I am.” In the moment our vacation love the most. I’m not certain that is the right “I have to go to the bath- takes us where we didn’t plan, it Like chil- approach anymore. It seems more room.” looks more like a pilgrimage. And Faith likes a bit of willy-nilly, dren in the backseat. efficient to just be docile, like “But we just stopped.” that’s when we realize we really a bit of waiting. A little wonder “There. That’s your half. Stay falling into the swimming pool “That was to get something to needed a pilgrimage and not a & awe. on your side.” on that old Nestea commercial. drink, and that’s why I have to go vacation in the first place. A little wonder & awe at ice “Hey, Dad, are we almost Don’t try to figure it all out. Just to the bathroom.” A spiritual Nestea plunge. cream. At long drives. At Mass in there?” give yourself to it, with abandon. “If we keep having pit stops, Into the arms of Christ. rural America at a church we’ve And you say, no, son. We are It’s a pilgrimage, not a vaca- we’ll never get there.” And maybe that’s the point. never seen and will probably already there. This is there. tion. No wonder we come home Summer vacations—like life— never see again. There’s joy in discovering Vacations are planned, exhausted. need to make room for pilgrim- Like being a disciple and walk- Jesus Christ in the now of it. n Mourning the Death of False Idols Barnes left one profession off fallen is Babylon! All the images dad. When you’re young, they his list. I can’t imagine a father of her gods are smashed to the seem all-powerful, all-knowing. A Dad’s View anywhere in the world reading ground!’” Eventually you develop the abil- To Kill a Mockingbird or watching As Daniel Patrick Moynihan ity to see them as they are—reg- By Matthew Hennessey Gregory Peck’s performance in once remarked, “To be Irish is to ular, flawed, human people. The the 1962 film version and not know that in the end the world will mistakes they made were human measuring himself against Atticus break your heart.” But you don’t mistakes. Maybe they let us down Matthew Hennessey and Finch. actually need to be “I wanted you to see what real Irish to appreciate his family are parishioners courage is, instead of getting the that sentiment. “Think of your own mom and of St. Aloysius in New Canaan. idea that courage is a man with a Think of Charles gun in his hand,” Atticus tells his Lindbergh. Think of dad. When you’re young, they son Jem. “It’s when you know Lance Armstrong. oor Atticus Finch. Once imply. He has become what no you’re licked before you begin Think of Bill Cosby. seem all-powerful, all-knowing. a hero to millions, now one expected him to become— anyway and you see it through Think of all the a flawed human being— the opposite of what he was. no matter what. You rarely win, Catholic clergy Eventually you develop the abil- just like the rest of us. In the real world, there has but sometimes you do.” implicated in the P ity to see them as they are— In Go Set a Watchman, Harper been outrage at this fictional On the one hand, the fall of sexual abuse scan- Lee’s unexpected pre/sequel change of character. There has Finch is bad news for all. It con- dal. Think of Adam to her beloved 1960 novel To been disappointment. Australian firms what was long suspected: and Eve. Think of regular, flawed, human people.” Kill a Mockingbird, the fictional journalist Terry Barnes declared nothing good lasts; everything our fallen nature. Finch, small-town lawyer and he wouldn’t read the new book turns sour. Something in our Think, now, of Atticus conscience of a nation, showed because of its depiction of his character demands that exalted Finch. here and there, but they did the his young daughter Scout what idol, Finch. idols be brought down to earth. The Watchmen business is best they could. it meant to be a just man in an “The principled, color-blind The title of Go Set a Watchman troubling. On the other hand, it The only one who will never unjust world. Atticus Finch of To Kill a is drawn from the Bible, the offers the reflective parent a les- let us down is our God. Only he Now, in Watchman, Scout Mockingbird is a person all of us book of Isaiah, chapter 26. It’s son in humility. None of us are is all-powerful, all-knowing. He is all grown up and Atticus should strive to be. Certainly that the story of the fall of Babylon. on the side of the angels all the supplies the time that can heal has turned into a cranky, old, Atticus has inspired countless “For thus my Lord said to me: time. And, just because we were broken hearts. He supplies the Southern, white man, infected people entering public life, be they ‘Go, station a watchman, let once right, doesn’t mean we’re courage we need to face our fears. by all the mid-century racist pre- politician, lawyer, community him tell what he sees . . . Then always right—or righteous. He is the face of true justice, suppositions that those adjectives advocate or journalist,” he wrote. the watchman cried . . . ‘Fallen, Think of your own mom and the model of true fatherhood. n 12 July/August 2015 Health Education SHU announces new College of Nursing FAIRFIELD—Sacred Heart programs. “We are drawing stu- University has announced the dents and faculty from all over creation of a new College of the country. Our online nursing Nursing, effective July 1. The faculty are full-time professors College of Nursing will join who are committed to Sacred the University’s other five col- Heart and are available and leges: the Jack Welch College of responsive to our students.” Business, the Isabelle Farrington Dr. Donius came to Sacred College of Education, the College Heart one year ago, having pre-

of Arts & Sciences, the College viously served as dean of the of Health Professions and School of Nursing at the College University College. of New Rochelle for seven years. “This is the logical next step Her prior experience includes for our long-standing and rapidly director of Medical Center growing nursing program,” said Education for Sound Shore SHU President John J. Petillo Medical Center in New Rochelle, in his announcement. He also N.Y. A graduate of D’Youville announced that Mary Alice College with a bachelor of sci- Donius, PhD, current director of (Photo by Tracy Deer-Mirek) ence in nursing, Dr. Donius holds the School of Nursing, will be the students. About half of the 1,400 licensure exam to our master’s nursing programs are accredited a master of education and doctor dean of the new college. students are online students. The programs that prepare nurse practi- by the Commission of Collegiate of education from Columbia In June, the university broke college will employ 30 full-time tioners, nurse educators and nurse Nursing Education (CCNE). University Teachers College, ground on a new building to faculty members. administrators to provide advanced SHU established the School and a post-master’s certificate in house its Colleges of Health The decision to transition the primary care right through to the of Nursing within the College of holistic nursing from The College Professions and Nursing. The university’s School of Nursing doctorate of nursing that teaches Health Professions in the fall of of New Rochelle. Her previous Center for Healthcare Education into a College of Nursing reflects students to engage in problem-solv- 2013. In the two years since then, experience also includes a faculty will be three stories comprising the program’s steady growth ing and health-care system issues at the program has grown from practice at Sound Shore Medical 117,000 square feet on 8.7 acres. over the past 35 years. It is also the highest level.” 1,100 students to today’s 1,400 Center in New Rochelle and cli- “The new facility will expand a reflection of the growing need The university’s nursing pro- with continued growth projected nician and educator positions in a significantly on the amount of for health care professionals as gram was launched in 1980 as an for the future. variety of hospital settings and at space available for practice and people live longer and the baby RN to BSN program in which “The transition to a College the Columbia University School learning,” noted Dr. Donius. boomer generation continues to registered nurses with nursing of Nursing will help us compete of Nursing, where she was direc- “There will be opportunities for age, Donius said. diplomas could receive their bach- nationally with nursing colleges— tor of the undergraduate program. our nursing students not only to “We are very proud of our elor’s degree. Today, it offers a not only for the best undergrad- Her research interests include practice on state-of-the-art mani- world-class nursing program. Our wide range of academic programs, uate nursing students, but also the development of an attitude kins, but to collaborate on cases award-winning nursing faculty first professional degree students, for the most talented master’s scale to measure caring as a with students in the other health members are known for their clin- a campus-based family nurse prac- and doctoral students and doctor- three-dimensional construct of professional disciplines. This will ical expertise, initiatives in global titioner program, a doctorate of al-level faculty members,” noted compassion, empathy and altru- ensure that students in all the dis- health and use of state-of-the-art nursing practice, a nursing program Laura Niesen de Abruna, provost ism, and the design and imple- ciplines will be prepared for the technology,” she said. “We are designed specifically for onsite and vice president of academic mentation of a caring-healing kind of interactions they will expe- focusing on all levels of nursing students and several programs affairs at SHU. “Nursing has nursing practice model intended rience when they begin to work in education to meet the needs of our for online students, including RN always been recognized as a prac- to increase patient satisfaction professional health-care settings.” students and the marketplace. Our to BSN, RN to MSN and MSN tice and profession, but this gives and support nursing recruitment For the fall semester, the programs range from the first pro- programs in three different tracks: it recognition as an academic dis- and retention. College of Nursing will have fessional degree, which emphasizes nursing management and executive cipline as well.” (For more Sacred Heart approximately 500 undergraduate patient and community care and leadership, clinical nurse leader She also emphasized the University news, visit www.sacred- and close to 900 graduate nursing readies students for the nursing and nurse educator. All of SHU’s strength of SHU’s online nursing heart.edu/aboutshu/news.) n

A journey through history, art & faith

Answering the Call Lecture Series • Saturday, August 22 • 2 p.m. Strong in Their Patriotic Devotion: Connecticut’s Irish in the Civil War by Connecticut author Neil Hogan 1 State Street, New Haven • 203-865-0400 • kofcmuseum.org Open Daily: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Free Admission & Parking • Gift Shop 13 July/August 2015 Kolbe Cathedral HS 50-Year Legacy ‘2015 Making a Difference’ ensures excellence

By NORMA K. DARRAGH Kolbe President Jo-Anne Jakab. ues instilled in each student, who Kolbe Cathedral recognizes transfers those values from the The “2015 Making a individuals or foundations who classroom to the work place and Difference Celebration” resonat- make significant contributions to life.” ed the success of the first and the that help to “Make a Difference” Kolbe honored the William promise of the next fifty years at in the lives of young people by H. Pitt Foundation for their sup- Kolbe Cathedral High School. affording them a Kolbe Cathedral port of 25 students—including Held in Greenwich, the event education, mentoring, access to Shepherds, Inc., funding—afford- featured a liturgical celebration enriching programs and opportu- ing disadvantaged youth the in honor of the late Msgr. Frank nities to explore careers through chance to reach their full potential. C. Wissel at St. Mary Parish, internships. “The three 2015 hon- At the event, Seniors Ambar followed by dinner at Gabriele’s orees—Albertus van den Broek, KOLBE’S “2015 Making a Difference” Award Presentation—(l-r) Kolbe Romero and Caroline Spencer Italian Steakhouse. The net prof- Walter E. Luckett, Jr. and the President Jo-Anne Jakab with honorees William H. Pitt Foundation Director echoed the impact that the com- its of the celebration exceeded William H. Pitt Foundation fill all Warner K. Depuy, Kolbe Advisory Board member and former chair Albertus munity and the honorees have $125,000, which will benefit those roles and have done so with van den Broek, Kolbe alumnus and Advisory Board member Walter E. Luckett, had on their lives. “Kolbe does the Monsignor Frank C. Wissel dedication and passion for many Jr., and Kolbe Cathedral Principal Henry Rondon. not give up on family.” and Jonathan O’Herron, Sr. years,” Jakab says. A player on the varsity soccer Memorial Scholarship Funds. Honoree van den Broek’s financial resources have been for- North America, and co-founding team and basketball and softball Kolbe Cathedral “makes affiliation with Kolbe Cathedral tified and physical plant facilities of the ECHO Perfect 10 Internship team manager, Ambar recalled a difference” in the lives of a began fifteen years ago through improved and expanded. Program, predicated on the basic that “when my mom lost her job diverse student population, 65 St. Thomas More Parish in A Kolbe Cathedral graduate, building blocks of empathy, char- of 17 years, the Wissel Memorial percent of whom are in need of Darien. Together with his wife, Walter Luckett, Jr., has been acter, hope, and opportunity. A Scholarship Fund made it possible financial assistance. “In 2015, for Patricia, they provided tuition “making a difference” since high member of the Kolbe Advisory for me to stay.” Upperclassman the fourth consecutive year, 100 and mentor support to four school. A talented basketball play- Board, he established the Walter Class President, she participated in percent of Kolbe’s graduating disadvantaged students, and he er, his Kolbe uniform is enshrined E. Luckett Jr. Foundation, Inc. in the ECHO Perfect 10 Internship class are pursuing higher educa- continues to secure the school’s in the Naismith Basketball Hall of 2013 and reflects that the ECHO/ Program founded by honoree tion, with 72 graduates awarded future through service on Kolbe’s Fame. His commitment to edu- Kolbe partnership created “Positive Luckett, and earned distinction a record high of $15.7 million Advisory Board where, during cation includes 25-year tenure at feedback from business partners. as School Spirit Director. One in scholarships and aid,” notes his multiple-term tenure as chair, Unilever Home and Personal Care, It is a testament to the core val- ➤ continued on page 16 Sacred Heart Academy STRONG VALUES . STRONG ACADEMICS . STRONG LEADERSHIP

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By EDIE CASSIDY which every creature has its own fee centered on which was the that the Church “calls us to fam- value and significance.” Pope best organic snack to feed them. ily, community and participation “Climate change represents Francis then uses the expertise of Digging around the Internet and in order to rebuild, justice, trust one of the principal challenges scientists to lay out the moral fal- coming across the IPCC report I and hope around you!” facing humanity in our day.” lacies in our present profit-driven- decided to switch my efforts from The Spirit intervened in the “Living our vocation to be at-any-cost marketplace. organic applesauce to thwarting form of an eighty-seven year protectors of God’s handiwork is He gives us a road map to climate change. I discovered the old friend. She had watched a essential to a life of virtue: it is not point us in the direction of re-cre- impact continued fossil fuel com- television program with a Yale an optional or secondary aspect of ating a sustainable mother earth bustion would have on my grand- climatologist who graphically our Christian experience.” for all of our families. The road- children and is now having on stated the need for action now. A “Whatever is fragile, like the map integrates a human and an those children now living along phone call to Yale resulted in our environment, is defenseless before environmental ecology. While I the coastline of Asia, the drought introduction to Citizens Climate the interests of a deified market, have repeatedly read and mar- impacted areas of Africa and the Lobby. This group focuses on which becomes the only rule.” veled at the depth of the encycli- Middle East (Syria), and those just one policy, a Carbon Fee and These are just a few of the cal and the courage of its author, whose families who are losing to Dividend, which is supported by quotes that struck me as I wel- I was particularly intrigued by the agribusiness the stewardship of climatologists and economists comed the release of “On Care section which presented the case Edie Cassidy our tropical forests which are the as the best approach to rapid- for Our Common Home.” In the for reducing greenhouse gases. lungs of our planet. ly mitigate the greenhouse gas interest of full disclosure, I am As Pope Francis states, “We This made me aware that the What should I do with this effect. Simply put, it places a the grandmother of five all under know that technology based on reduction of noxious gases needs information? Prayer was a good one-time progressive fee or tax the age of seven. I am in full pro- the use of highly polluting fossil to be a national and international option, and my specific “ask” on fossil fuels as they come out tective mode, not unlike a mother fuels—especially coal, but also effort. I began to search for ways in that prayer was to find a of the earth with 100 percent of hen whose chicks are threatened. oil, and, to a lesser degree, gas— to become involved beyond an like-minded community who that money returned to American Like every encyclical, this needs to be progressively replaced individual commitment to recy- would join me in my quest to households in the form of a one is most often called by the without delay.” We know that cle, reuse, etc. reduce greenhouse gases. Pope monthly or quarterly check. It first couple of words of the text: he is backed up by the report of Until that day my efforts to Francis teaches us in his reitera- does not involve intricate regula- “Laudito Si’, mi Signore (Praise the Intergovernmental Panel on keep my five grandchildren toxic tion of Catholic social tradition ➤ continued on page 21 Be to you, my Lord).” But Pope Climate Change (IPCC). Francis himself named it “On One morning about two sum- Care for Our Common Home.” mers ago, I woke up to the fact That’s the concern he expressed of global warming and its impact in writing to the whole world, on the world’s people (although Laudato Si’ as a hymn and that’s what spoke most the proliferation of Kudzu in my to me. garden might have given me the “On Care for Our Common teeniest hint). Fairfield County to the Creator God Home” beautifully sets forth the had a thermal inversion with an By MARY TAYLOR Turning to Sections VII and spirit and principles of our faith. air quality that severely curtailed VIII, we find the Triune God, “In the Judeo-Christian tradition, my morning jog. To my horror I In June, I was invited to the creator and center of real- the word ‘creation’ has broader discovered that the pollutants in the presentation of Laudato ity, the very Trinitarian struc- meaning than ‘nature,’ for it has Connecticut’s air were coming Si’ by Cardinal Turkson of ture of that reality, and Mary, to do with God’s loving plan in from coal plants in Alabama! the Pontifical Council for assumed into heaven not only Justice and Peace at the United as the Mother of God, but as Nations. The Cardinal began the Queen of all creation. The by saying that Pope Francis last section, IX, turns us to our “did not set out to write an Final End, when we will be encyclical on climate change.” face to face with the beauty of Rather, he said, the purpose God, in the presence of Christ, was to link “human and nat- who “makes all things new” ural ecology based on a con- (Rev. 21:5). templative, prayerful attitude The whole encyclical has a toward creation.” deeply incarnational emphasis. If you only relied on media One of my favorite lines is a coverage, I have a modest Mary Taylor paraphrase of the theologian proposal: I suggest reading the Hans Urs von Balthasar on chapters out of order, starting the “living center of the universe, the gaze of Jesus: “The very from the end—and “end” the overflowing core of love flowers of the field and the should be understood in the and inexhaustible life. . . . The birds which his human eyes Catholic sense of a telos, that Eucharist joins heaven and earth; contemplated and admired from which all things ultimate- it embraces and penetrates all are now imbued with his ly originate, toward which all creation. The world which came radiant presence.” Too many things aim, and in which all forth from God’s hands returns Catholics seem to be gnos- things culminate. to him in blessed and undivided tics; others think that because Start, then, with Chapter adoration.” It reminds us of the environmental issues are so Six. The Eucharist, said John Mass: “Father, you are holy indeed, politicized, they must ignore Paul II, is our source and and all creation rightly gives you creation, seeing it as nothing summit, and Francis calls it praise.” ➤ continued on page 20 15 July/August 2015 Summer Reading J.F. Powers: Catholic writer and humorist

By BARRY WALLACE Minnesota of his time was “a unrivaled comfort and prosperity? hotbed of Catholic reform move- How can the American Church One thing almost always said ments” with an emphasis on give witness to the more revolu- about Catholic writers is that large families, communal work tionary mandates of the gospels? they are neglected, perhaps espe- and Catholic art. He was also How can the Catholic heart be cially by Catholics. Nowhere is introduced by priest friends to a filled with the mercy and compas- this truer than the writings of J. little-known Catholic group called sion that Christ taught? F. Powers, a Catholic author of “Detachers.” The Detachers None of these questions are extraordinary gifts whose best rejected the materialism of directly stated in Powers’ stories books were published in mid American society and sought a but they are implied by the sit- -20th Century America. His more direct spiritual life apart uational irony he so masterfully books are funny, humane and from the mainstream values. employed. In the end, however, filled with observations of the However, Powers’ stories J.F. Powers wasn’t a preacher or Catholic Church during its gold- aren’t about utopian Catholicism a mystic or a reformer. He was a en age in the post war society. He or Church reform. On second comic. In The Presence of Grace as is seldom read today. look, they do ask difficult ques- well as Powers’ other short stories Powers stories are about parish tions about the call of Christianity and novels you will find one of life in the pre-Vatican II Church. curate, the aptly-named Father that J.F. Powers was a devout in a hard-driving, business-ori- America’s original writers reflect- This is often cited as a reason Early, is a non-stop talker who Catholic who took Church ented culture. Behind the gentle ing upon the living church that for his neglect—that the Church is tireless in his energy to shep- teaching to heart and lived by humor and uncanny observations has to be continually reminded changed around him and made his herd his flock. The bishop would the message of Jesus. He was of life in the rectory, Powers of the radical call of Christ. He is fiction irrelevant. But if you spend just like a few minutes to enjoy a conscientious objector in was concerned with some of the very much worth reading today time reading his great short story his meal on the train. Despite World War II and was impris- themes we recognize in Pope and should find the appreciative collection, The Presence of Grace, the bishop’s discreet attempts to oned for 16 months. According Francis’s papacy: How does audience that he lacked in his you realize that nothing could be change the subject, the curate to his daughter Kathleen, the Christianity serve in a society of own lifetime. n further from the truth. Despite the rattles on inanely. During the revolution and reforms of the past chatter the bishop slowly realizes 60 years, the American Church that Father Early’s own pastor is still shares a lot in common with flying directly to Rome to avoid Powers’ world of pastors and the company of his quixotic curates trying to cope with the curate. The bishop intuits that spiritual and material demands of he has been “had” by the wily @Sacred Heart running a parish. pastor, but he also recognizes the Despite its comic tone, true zeal of the annoying young greenwich Powers’ fiction is centrally con- man. “The bishop slept well that cerned with one over-arching night, after all, but not before theme: How does the American he thought of Father Early, still Church manifest itself as witness out there, on his feet and trying, to Christian life? He lodged a which was what counted in the are determined. bird’s-eye view in the rectory sight of God…” itself for his answer. In the title story, another In fact, most of Power’s stories young priest, Father Fabre, an Our girls are also confident are populated by priests and their ambitious curate working for superiors living out the everyday a rather tired old pastor, finds learners, critical thinkers, aspects of their vocation in fiction- himself in a delicate situation. He al suburban Minnesota parishes. has accepted a dinner invitation and creative problem solvers. These are fond and funny stories from Mrs. Mathers of the parish. about the mundane and the spiri- When he gets to the house he Upper School Open House tual. But the satire is also pointed slowly realizes that Mr. Pint, Wednesday, October 21 at 6:30 p.m. when the conflicts between faith Mrs. Mather’s alleged boarder, and practice are strained by ordi- may or may not be her signifi- K–12 Open House nary experience. I suspect there cant other. Not only that, but he were a good many priests and belatedly discovers that one of Saturday, November 7 at 9:00 a.m. bishops who enjoyed Power’s wit the stalwart women of the parish, and irony aimed at the human foi- Grace, has declined an invitation Wednesday Tour Days (PreS–Grade 12) bles of those charged to carry out because she assumes the couple October 7, November 4, December 9 the work of Christ. Powers found are living together in sin. and January 13 from 9:00 a.m.–noon humor abundant in our best efforts We never do learn the status to live the Gospels. He never of their relationship, but the ridicules the faith but he deftly young curate in the course of his captures the inadvertent comedy visit recalls Christ’s compassion- of the Christian life. ate words for the woman taken Convent of the Sacred Heart The Presence of Grace is Powers in adultery and learns perhaps 1177 King Street, Greenwich, CT at his best. In the story “Zeal” that grace can flourish even when 203-532-3534 a young, opinionated cleric is Grace (the self-righteous charac- www.cshgreenwich.org paired with an erudite bishop on ter) is absent from the party. a parish pilgrimage to Rome. The It should be pointed out

2 PMS Colors: 342 & 416 16 July/August 2015 Obituary: Father Peter DeMarco Father Peter DeMarco, 80, turned handicap into ministry

By PAT HENNESSY Bridgeport. Moving comfortably ordained on May 21, 1960 in St. In 1986, dealing with wors- among both the hearing and the Augustine Cathedral by Bishop ening hearing, he chose to leave Father Peter DeMarco, widely deaf, “I can be a bridge between Lawrence Shehan, first Bishop St. Mary’s and became spiritual Father Peter DeMarco loved for his deep spirituality and for both worlds. I’ve never had any of Bridgeport. His first parish moderator for the special edu- his ministry to the hearing impaired, restrictions on me whatsoever.” assignment after ordination was cation office. In 1989, he was Priests’ Residence in 2006. died on July 20 in Bridgeport The Bridgeport native was at St. Rose of Lima Parish in named diocesan moderator of A wake for Father DeMarco Hospital. He was 80 years old. born November 8, 1934, and Newtown, followed by Sacred the Ministry of the Deaf and will be held at the Abriola Born with a cleft palate lead- attended Garfield elementa- Heart Parish in Stamford. Hearing-Impaired while taking an Parkview Funeral Home, 419 ing to speech problems, and ry school and Fairfield Prep. In 1967, he was named the first assignment as parochial vicar at White Plains Rd., Trumbull, on experiencing progressive hearing He graduated from Fairfield full-time director of special educa- St. Theresa Parish in Trumbull. Sunday, July 26, from 2-6 pm. loss during adulthood, Father University, where he learned sign tion in the diocese. At that time, In addition, in 1990, he served The Mass for Christian Burial DeMarco turned what could have language so he could volunteer the office included special needs as temporary administrator of St. will be celebrated at St. Theresa been an impediment into a beau- at Mass for the hearing-impaired. children and adults, and blind, deaf Gabriel Parish in Stamford. Parish, Trumbull, on Monday, tiful asset to his ministry. “God He completed his theological and hearing-impaired Catholics. Over the years he has been the July 27, at 11 am. Father Joseph presents a lot of opportunities,” studies at St. Mary’s Seminary in He resided first at St. Raphael spiritual advisor to the Cursillo Marcello, pastor of St. Catherine he said in 1988 during a day of Baltimore, Md., writing his thesis Parish in Bridgeport and then at movement, and leaves behind several of Siena Parish in Trumbull, will recreation for deaf children at on teaching religion to the deaf. Holy Family Parish in Fairfield. meditative prayer groups that contin- be the principal celebrant. Msgr. the Cardinal Shehan Center in Father DeMarco was In 1974 Father DeMarco was ue to meet to this day. Throughout Nicholas Grieco will give the named pastor of St. Mary Parish in his priesthood he continued to homily. Burial will follow in the Bethel, a position he held for nearly work with ministry to the deaf. family gravesite in St. Michael a dozen years. He was a member He was named parochial Cemetery in Stratford. CATHOLIC of the first Priests’ Council in the vicar of St. Catherine of Siena Father DeMarco is mourned Diocese of Bridgeport, a vicar for in Trumbull in 1999, and retired by many family members and PROFESSIONAL Vicariate V and a priest advisor to to the Catherine Dennis Keefe friends, who will miss his smile NETWORK Juvenile Court. Queen of the Clergy Retired and gentle spirit. n Kolbe Legacy from page 13 of three national finalists in the “The opportunity to attend service, and earned second place National Youth Entrepreneurship Kolbe was made possible by the with her teammates at Fairfield Challenge, Ambar noted that after Pitt Foundation” noted Caroline, University’s Fifth Annual Junior RESIDENTIAL EMERGENCY DRAIN CLEANING “being honored by the President whose family could not afford the Achievement Business Challenge. of the United States” in the Oval tuition. Kolbe offered Caroline This fall, Caroline will be pursuing Summer 2015MUNICIPAL • Regular • COMMERCIAL • •2 INDUSTRIAL Col (3.458")Office x 2"in Washington, “nothing “a plethora of opportunities.” a career in medicine as biology 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE • LICENSED & INSURED seems impossible.” Earning a full Maintaining a 3.9 GPA and major at Cornell University. 377-8704 scholarship to Bentley University, National Honor Society status, (To make a donation to the • CATCH BASIN CLEANING or • TV PIPE INSPECTION • HIGH VELOCITY WATER JETTING • AIR TESTING Ambar plans to study interna- she accessed five collegiate level scholarship funds, contact Jo-Anne • LARGE DIAMETER POWER RODDING 1-800-422-3724 • JET RODDING tional business with a minor in courses junior and senior years, Jakab: 203.368.2648 or jjakab@ Office: 534 Surf Avenue • Stratford • VACTOR SERVICE Mandarin Chinese. embraced athletics, Build-On Club kolbecaths.org.) n

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By FATHER COLIN MCKENNA Bridgeport, he championed the had a direct-radio link to God. ed him for “stealing my line!” needs of the poor and often chal- Conversations could go some- Bishop Caggiano had Msgr. William A. Genuario lenged City Hall and the police thing like, “God, yeah, this is also wanted to refer to Msgr. died the morning of June 24 department to work for justice Bill. Jim is here with me and he Genuario as “a priest’s priest.” at the Catherine Dennis Keefe and peace. is questioning me about...” Although it is an aspiration for Queen of Clergy Residence in Coming from a large family, When the Code of Canon Law many priests, “Very few become Stamford. He was buried June Msgr. Genuario worked to make was revised in 1983, the “pock- priests to priests, fathers to 26 from St. Catherine of Siena his parishioners his family, too. et-code” was no longer published, fathers,” Bishop Caggiano said. Church, where he had served as “The parish becomes your fam- so Msgr. Genuario was forced As Msgr. Genuario’s casket ily—that’s why to leave home each day without was carried to the hearse out- you are called his handy pocket reference book. side the church on this glorious “Msgr. Genuario championed ‘Father,’” he said Whether his direct-radio commu- early summer’s day, nearly 60 at his retirement. nication link with God continued priests and deacons sang “Salve the needs of the poor and During his years in operation after 1983 remains Regina,” a tradition at the funeral at St. Catherine’s, unknown. Msgr. William A. Genuario of a priest. often challenged City Hall one of the largest Vatican II also ushered in Msgr. Genuario is mourned parishes in the dio- married clergy: the Order of by a large extended family, and the police department cese, he had offici- the Diaconate. Msgr. Genuario Detscher said. including his sister, Marie ated at more than embraced the renewed order Before the final prayers of Staprowski, who lives in to work for justice and peace.” 6,000 Masses and of deacons and had four of commendation at the funeral Westport. After the funeral hundreds of bap- them working for him at St. Mass, Bishop Caggiano thanked Mass, he was buried at his family pastor for 17 years. tisms, weddings, and funerals. Catherine’s. “They are still Msgr. Detscher for his “wonder- gravesite at St. John Cemetery in Bishop Frank J. Caggiano The clergy also became his here, but getting older,” Msgr. ful homily,” but also gently scold- Norwalk. n was the principal celebrant, and family, as evidenced by the large Msgr. Alan F. Detscher, longtime number of priests and deacons that friend and current pastor of St. attended his funeral Mass. “He was Catherine’s, was the homilist. a priest’s priest,” Msgr. Detscher More than 50 priests concelebrat- said in his homily. “During his FUNERAL GUIDE ed the funeral Mass, assisted by priesthood, he was a great help to six deacons. many of his brother priests.” St. Catherine’s was nearly Msgr. Detscher described NEIL F. HARDING Director/Owner filled to capacity with mourn- Msgr. Genuario as a simple man Collins ers who wanted to pay their with a fondness for food (in the Funeral Home sacramental farewell to a priest sense of a connoisseur). His inter- 92 East Avenue • Norwalk who had faithfully and tirelessly est in food may have been passed 866-0747 served the Diocese of Bridgeport on from his father, an Italian in various capacities for nearly immigrant who made his living William A. Skidd William G. Lahey, Jr. 60 years. Many of the faithful selling vegetables. William R. Kelley William P. Skidd were past and present employees When he was appointed Harding Andrew D. Skidd of the Catholic Center, where pastor at St. Catherine’s, Msgr. Monsignor had worked for many Genuario immediately utilized FUNERAL HOME Family owned for four generations years in a variety of capacities, his intellect by learning Spanish. including vice-chancellor; chan- An expert in Latin, he also was cellor; director of planning, proficient in French and Italian. Pre-need Funeral Planning administration and development; Soon after he took over as pas- presiding judge; vicar general and tor in Greenwich, he began Matthew K. Murphy, consultor. celebrating Masses in French, Funeral Director Since his formal retirement in Italian, and Spanish, to better 2004, he had continued to regu- serve the needs of his parish. 203/227-3458 267 Greenwich Avenue larly travel to Bridgeport to work Msgr. Detscher joked that “Msgr. FAX 203/227-1420 Greenwich, CT 06830 as a canon lawyer in the Tribunal Genuario spoke Spanish with an at the Catholic Center. He always Italian accent.” 203-869-0315 considered offering Mass at noon As a priest whose ministry as his great gift to the Catholic stretched from the pre-Vatican 210 POST ROAD EAST Center staff. He would deliver the II Church to the post-Vatican WESTPORT, CT 06881 Gospel lesson in a scholarly way, II Church, Msgr. Genuario was “Quiet Dignity Without Extravagance” tell humorous stories of his youth forced to make adaptations along in Norwalk and give reviews of the way. Before 1983, he was in Affordable Direct Cremation selections he was currently read- the habit of carrying with him Title XIX Welcome ing with his book club. at all times a “pocket-code” of Born and raised in Norwalk, Canon Law, for reference and to and a graduate of Fairfield Prep, help immediately resolve canon- Msgr. Genuario devoted much ical disputes that might arise. of his priesthood to the City of For those who might continue Z Family owned for three generations Z Handling every detail Bridgeport as parochial vicar to challenge him after he had Z Call for free informative brochure Z In home arrangements and pastor of inner-city parishes. made reference to his pocket Z 203-254-1414 or 800-542-0218 Z Memorial service facility During his work as a priest in code, he also pretended that he 18 July/August 2015 Retirements Farewell gathering held for pillars of the Catholic Center Two long-time and Brookfield. The couple has two deacons.” orphanage for chil- grown children. Bishop Caggiano added his dren orphaned by very well-liked members A member of the first class own words of praise. “I am AIDS. “For all his of the Catholic Center of deacons ordained for this grateful to Tony for his service love, care, concern, diocese, he was ordained to the to his fellow deacons and the prayer, sponta- were given a fond fare- diaconate by Bishop Walter support he has offered to priests neity in his loving well at retirement party W. Curtis in St. Augustine in the parishes where these men actions, friendship, Cathedral in 1978. He served have served. Deacon Tony’s availability, laughter at the end of June. as a deacon at St. Gregory the years of service have been a and sharing, hos- Great, St. Edward the Confessor blessing to us all in the Diocese pitality, goodness, Deacon Tony Detje, director and St. Joseph (Danbury) of Bridgeport.” extra mile with the of deacons, and Father Frederick parishes before coming to St. Deacon Detje will continue needy, we thank RECIEVING WELL-WISHES—and a generous Saviano, diocesan director of Marguerite’s in 1999. to serve St. Marguerite’s in his him so much. helping of cake (l-r) Father Saviano and Deacon Detje the Pontifical Mission Societies “For 29 years, Deacon Tony retirement. He is always in our are the center of attention at their retirement party. (Propagation of the Faith) have has worked for the Office of Father Frederick Saviano is prayers.” n served the family of faith with Clergy and Religious in the a native son, growing up in the skill and devotion throughout capacity of director of diaconate town of Westport. Heeding the their lives. formation, director of deacons call of the poor and spiritually Deceased Clergy of the Diocese Anthony Detje was born in and assistant director of cler- needy in Latin America, he of Bridgeport: July 26—September 12 Long Island City, Queens, N.Y. gy personnel,” said Father Ian joined the Missionaries of Our Like so many other former New Jeremiah, episcopal vicar for Lady of La Salette and was Yorkers, as an adult he was clergy. “As director of diaconate ordained in 1968. He worked in July happy to move to the green hills formation, Deacon Tony has the mission field in Argentina for 26 Msgr. Francis M. Wladasz...... 1959 of Fairfield County. He and his presented 18 classes of men— ten years—being there at the time 28 Rev. William G. Mahoney...... 1973 wife, Isabelle, are members of St. over 120 in all—to the bishops Pope Francis was a bishop—and 29 Deacon Ian Black...... 2006 Marguerite Bourgeoys Parish in of Bridgeport for ordination as in Peru. August When he returned to 1 Msgr. Daniel J. Foley...... 1999 Connecticut, he continued his Msgr. John J. Toomey, P.A...... 1992 service to the Spanish-speaking 2 Rev. Patrick V. Lavery...... 1976 faithful of this diocese, becoming parochial vicar of St. Benedict/ Msgr. James J. McLaughlin...... 1985 Empowering Women for Life Our Lady of Montserrat Parish 3 Rev. Francis E. Fention...... 1995 in Stamford and then pastor of 4 Msgr. Michael J. Guerin...... 1981 Our Lady of Guadalupe Parish in Msgr. James F. Leary...... 1994 OPEN HOUSE Danbury. 7 Rev. Thomas G. Keeney...... 1990 sunday, october 4 1:00–3:00pm “I love the spirit of Our Lady 9 Msgr. John J. Kennedy, P.A...... 1955 of Guadalupe,” he said at the Msgr. Frank C. Dellolio...... 1983 time of his appointment there. Msgr. Richard T. Scully...... 1988 ENTRANCE EXAM “They have a great hunger for 10 Deacon William Rowe...... 2013 october 17 or 24 8:00am the Gospel, and they are so will- 14 Deacon Gerardo Ramos...... 2007 ing to learn and to be fed with 15 Msgr. Edward J. Duffy...... 1977 Transfer Students Welcome | Scholarships and Financial Aid Available Christ.” 16 Rev. Victor E. Piaskowski...... 1961 Father Saviano was named 18 Rev. Alexander Z. Seregely...... 1971 diocesan director of the Office for 21 Rev. John J. Dillon...... 1959 the Propagation of the Faith in Msgr. Thomas P. Guinan...... 1998 January, 2007. He kept in touch 22 Rev. Michael Fay...... 2009 with and encouraged missionar- 23 Msgr. Emilio C. Iasiello, P.A...... 1969 ies, both those from this diocese 25 Rev. Richard Futie...... 2013 and those supported by his office, 26 Lawrence Cardinal Shehan...... 1984 and worked to raise awareness of 28 Rev. Vincent E. Finn...... 1958 the needs of missions throughout Rev. Edmund C. O’Connell...... 1973 the world. Strengthen Your Core 29 Deacon Ramon Isidro...... 2006 “I can’t thank enough Father freshman physics Saviano for all his goodness,” Rev. Joseph Linck...... 2008 said Sister Anila, DM, a member September women’s studies of the Daughter of Mary from 2 Rev. Msgr. Francis J. Pranckus...... 2000 Tamil Nadu in India. “He brings 3 Rev. Msgr. John F. X. Walsh...... 1967 global vision much hope and has made a big Rev. Msgr. Thomas F. Henahan...... 1998 difference in the life of many 4 Deacon Matthew Skurat...... 2013 numbers of poor, vulnerable and Lauralton Hall academy of our lady of mercy 5 Rev. John E. Fay...... 1954 needy.” Connecticut’s First Milford, Connecticut Sister Anila is in charge of a 6 Rev. Laurence F. Flanagan...... 1985 Catholic College-Prep 203.877.2786 leprosorium, a home for men- 9 Rev. Richard Monahan...... 2010 School for Girls LauraltonHall.org tally challenged women, and an 12 Rev. Frank D. Yoia...... 1974 19 July/August 2015 High School Sports Notre Dame’s Lucy Grant glitters on diamond

By DON HARRISON persevered and done well at every “At tryouts, everyone was American team that compet- Davis burst onto the scene by level. so nice… but at first they were ed in the inaugural LG Cup pitching a two-hit shutout. “She Is baseball an appropriate “We’ve been very supportive a little bit skeptical,” she says. Women’s International Baseball throws like a girl” took on a game for girls? of her,” says her mother, who “Hitting is my strong point. Tournament at Icheon, South whole new meaning. Lucy Grant, who When I joined the Tigers, they Korea. The U.S. played six “There have been girls in just completed her just drilled first base into me, so games in a field that included the Little League World Series freshman year at Notre now I’m a lot better in the field.” squads from Australia, Hong before,” says Lucy, “but she was Dame Catholic High The Tigers’ coach, Manny Kong, India, Japan, Taiwan and the first one to really stand out.” School in Fairfield, Torrez, played a role in Lucy’s two from South Korea. So, what about Notre Dame answers with a decision to attend Notre Dame. “Basically, they were profes- and the 2016 baseball season? resounding “Yes.” And Jim Olayos, now the Lancers’ sional teams from South Korea, Players from the Lancers’ softball her actions speak loud- director of athletic advancement, Australia and Hong Kong,” she team are encouraging Lucy to er than words. had coached Torrez in baseball at says. “My parents accompanied switch to the smaller diamond, but Lucy was a valuable St. Joseph, and their connection me on the trip and it was expen- she has rebuffed them thus far. member of the Lancers’ paid dividends. (As an aside, Grant sive, but worth it.” “My dream as a sophomore,” otherwise-all-male drives his daughter to school each Together, the American she states, “is to play varsity base- junior varsity baseball morning en route to his job as an women watched portions of ball.” team this spring, bat- attorney in Stamford.) the Little League World Series “If she wants to play base- ting .259 while dividing Last August, Lucy at 14 in Williamsport, Pa., where a ball,” says Mildrum, “there’s a was the junior member of the 13-year-old girl named Mo’ne spot for her on the team.” n

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wearing vestments and traditional ous category of lazy non-believers ed like it was more suited for a hymns. Did I forget anything? called “Nones,” who tell pollsters yoga class at the United Nations. Swimming Upstream How about some incense for they have no religious affiliation. The couple wanted to “express” good measure?” When you’re facing a chal- themselves, and they did a won- By Joe Pisani After several weeks of Internet lenge like this, a little prayer derful job, but nowhere during the research, I discovered to my helps, but not as much as a lot of ceremony was there mention of dismay that even during our prayer. I’m pleased to announce God or Jesus. At the finale, the so-called enlightened post-femi- that Jesus and the Blessed Mother Justice of the Peace informed the Joe Pisani has been a writer nist era, which guarantees women came to the rescue. assembled guests that this beautiful equal rights in the workplace, the After a bit of wrangling, intense young couple had been united in and editor for 30 years. boardroom, the bedroom and the negotiations and compromise, the the eyes of—not God—but the bathroom, the Father of the Bride wedding was held in a beautiful State of Connecticut. is STILL expected to foot the bill Catholic church with stained-glass Who cares about the State of still remember the day dom of expression, but to be blunt, for the wedding. Do you have windows, holy water, hymns, Connecticut? What does the State our daughter told us she do it on someone else’s dime. any idea what that means finan- an organ and a priest, who even of Connecticut do well besides tax was getting married in the Anyway, it was one of those cially to a guy with four daugh- read the “Exhortation before people and plow the roads—and I Hamptons, not at some rare occasions when my wife, ters who went to college? Marriage.” The couple was unit- sometimes not even that? I’d much over-priced resort where the Sandy, and I had a transcendent Nevertheless, it gave me ed before God and man and not rather see the couple united in the Kardashians vacationed, but rath- convergence of ideology, which bargaining power, and my mes- before the local lifeguard. A good eyes of God and the Church. er on the beach in a free-spirited means to say we agreed for the sage was pretty straightforward. time was had by all. However, at the reception, an sunrise ceremony with Bermuda first time. We didn’t quibble or You’ve heard the phrase, “No I recalled all that family drama old guy got up and after talking shorts and Hawaiian shirts, sand quarrel. We united in a noble Jesus, no peace”? My motto was when I recently attended a wed- about eternal love, he concluded in our toes, leis around our necks cause and responded in unison, “No Jesus, no wedding.” Besides, ding ceremony of a Catholic cou- his toast by saying, “God bless and a lot of ’60s-style frivolity. “It ain’t happening!” I had no intention of wearing a ple, held in a gazebo on a hillside you both.” God had the last Did I mention “Kumbaya”? That was simple. As the patri- Hawaiian shirt. by a lake and performed by a word. He always does. I wasn’t exactly sure who archal Father of the Bride, I had At night as I lay in bed, I Justice of the Peace. There were Is it any wonder that marriage was going to officiate—David no intention of paying for a beach asked myself a familiar question several readings, but the Catholic is in trouble in America? God Hasselhoff from “Bay Watch” party in the Hamptons. “If you’re that has haunted parents since “Exhortation before Marriage” got tossed out of schools years or Captain Stubing from “Love getting married,” I said, “it’s Adam and Eve—“Where did I wasn’t one of them. (St. Paul got ago, and it’s a perennial struggle Boat”—but I got a sick feeling in going to be the Real Deal—the go wrong?” We tried to do every- left out, too.) to keep Christ in Christmas, and my stomach just thinking about it. Sacrament of Holy Matrimony, thing right. We took our kids to Instead, there was a Hindu now marriage is on the verge of Quite honestly, I can’t remem- a Mass, and a church, prefera- church, we prayed together, and reading, a Navajo prayer, a poem becoming a Wiccan festival. ber all the details because my rising bly with stained glass windows, we stressed the importance of or two, a short essay about true At night, I prayed, “Jesus, blood pressure was making my statues of saints and flickering faith. The last thing I wanted was love, and an inspired meditation please bless the union of these brain pulsate. I’m not against free- candles, not to mention a priest for them to slip into that notori- about peace on Earth that sound- two young people and bring them back to you.” n We are the proud printers of the Laudato Si’ from page 14 Fairfield County Catholic for the past 20 years. more than an inert backdrop. In reminds us that “creation” is far are puzzled by Chapter One and this section the Pope reminds us greater than, and qualitatively dif- later policy suggestions. On these that because of the Incarnation, ferent from, “nature,” dispelling issues of prudential judgment, the no disfiguring dualisms are to any errors that the encyclical is Pope has made it clear that “the mar the faith. somehow “neo-pagan!” Church does not presume to settle Regarding those, on the other If instead you should choose scientific questions or to replace Newspapers hand, who value the environment to read the encyclical’s chap- politics. But I am concerned to over everything else, the Pope ters in order, it is imperative to encourage an honest and open Publications says they evince “an obsession remember one thing. 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idea of the faith. They think a lot If people are to persevere in will be a mystic, one who has about God making them happy constant believing, they need experienced something, or he or Potpourri and rarely think about God making nourishment. And many young she will not be anything at all. them holy. There is a self-focused people are looking for nourish- They will no longer be sustained By Thomas H. Hicks and intellectually shallow faith. ment, intellectual and spiritually by Catholic culture and customs.” (Cf. The Juvenilization of American solid knowledge. My experience (Theological Investigations, NY: Christianity, Thomas Bergler). has been that students respond Herder & Herder, 1971). The big topic today is evan- with interest and attention when What is of decisive importance Thomas Hicks is a member gelization. Adult catechesis is they actually encounter authen- is a person’s interior life. the indispensable element of tic, intellectually serous Catholic Some solid food Church pro- of St. Theresa Parish in Trumbull. evangelization. We are told that thinkers. I have witnessed excite- grams recommended are: we are all to be evangelizers. ment, surprise and appreciation Strongly supporting reading But there’s the observation by when an intelligent and searching and Bible Study groups. Cor.3:1-2: “Brothers, I was Lately researchers have begun publisher and writer Frank Sheed young person starts hearing about Promoting in-depth lecture unable to speak to you as peo- to talk about the “juvenilizaton” who described the uninstructed and reading Augustine, Hopkins, series, and strongly urging people ple of the spirit: I treated you of the faith. This refers to an Catholic as “stumbling about in Claudel, Peguy, Mauriac, Graham to attend them. 1as people who are still infants adolescent level of faith develop- the dark, not even aware that it is Greene, Flannery O’Connor. Once every month or two in Christ. What I fed you with was ment, which also impoverishes dark, half-fed and not even hun- This is what can stop the quiet months have some trained spir- milk, not solid food, for you were the faith. The faith is adapted to gry for more. He or she is in no exodus of educated Catholics. itual leader, who can address not ready for it; and indeed, you adolescent tastes. Unfortunately, state to show others the light or Spirituality is the hook back deeper issues pertaining to our are still not ready for it.” this seems to be helping teen- the nourishment.” into the faith for many young relationship to God, preach at the To speak of spiritual growth, agers understand Christianity Hosea 4:6: “My people perish educated people. One has to Sunday Masses. Paul uses the metaphor of devel- without passing through their for want of knowledge.” be dismayed at the high degree Maintain a parish library. oping from infancy to adulthood. brains. American teenagers are Many people’s lives ripen to of biblical illiteracy among An uncatechized and poorly He says people can be spiritual surprisingly inarticulate about the point where they feel ready Catholic people. One of our catechized populace is the greatest infants, acting out of only some their faith. When asked what they for something more, develop a major Scripture scholars, Daniel challenge facing the Church today. basic teachings of the faith. believed, they regularly say things hunger for something more. Harrington, wrote: “I find God There can be no real spiritual Julian of Norwich (d. 1413) like. “Um. Jesus and God and all Today, we consistently hear in and through the Bible. Most life without an intellectual life. It boldly stated that “most people those guys...that they’re up there that we are the most educated of my spiritual and pastoral life enhances and deepens faith. are spiritual babies.” watching out for us.” They return generation of Catholics in histo- revolves around the Bible. It is I have often been told that an Pope Francis observed “perhaps again and again to the language ry. Therefore, let us hear from for me the most important way to old Irishman saying his Rosary the Church can speak to people of personal fulfillment, “makes Augustine and Aquinas, from know, love, and serve God.” In is holier than I am, with all my in their infancy but not to those me feel happy,” “makes me feel Karl Rahner and Thomas Merton, order to know God, we need to study. I daresay he is and I hope come of age.” He may have been better.” “Falling in love with Teresa of Avila and John of the study the Scriptures. he is. However, it is equally obvi- reflecting the observation that Jesus” is a metaphor pronounced Cross, Gerard Manley Hopkins, The contemplative dimen- ous that ignorance is not a virtue. many Catholics reflect a grammar by youth workers trying to appeal Romano Guardini. These are sions of the spiritual life needs With more knowledge of God school understanding of the faith. to teenagers. This is often cel- people who can give us solid to be stressed; teaching people that Irishman would have loved Too often many adult Catholics ebrated as the highest form of food. Where are they? Where are to pray contemplatively. There’s God still more. have eighth-grade or CCD answers authentic spirituality. Catholic Graham Greene, Walker Percy, the famous prophetic statement Adult catechesis is the to adult questions. As the Pope is teenagers are largely uninformed and Bernanos? We’re educated, theologian Karl Rahner made in indispensable element of evange- apparently pointing out, for many about Scripture. we can handle it. 1971: “The Catholic of the future lization. n Catholics, religious education gen- The finding is that today many erally remains child-centered. adult Catholics have a juvenilized

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22 July/August 2015 Nuestra Voz Comunidad chilena celebra su patrona

Por MABEL SOTO 2011 con la imagen de la Virgen Virgen del Carmen, dio su fruto traída de New Jersey. en el triunfo de la Batalla de La idea de celebrar a la Virgen Para conocer quién es la vir- Maipú, el 5 de abril de 1818. del Carmen en Connecticut gen del Carmen nos referiremos Por eso, en ese mismo lugar, el nace con el fin de ayudar y soli- a la siguiente cita de la historia General Bernardo O´Higgins darizarnos con nuestros com- de Chile: “con sus propias manos”, puso patriotas después del terremoto “La Santísima Virgen del la primera piedra del que sería ocurrido el 27 de febrero del año Carmen es invocada en nuestra el Templo Votivo de Maipú, 2010. Es ahí donde un grupo de Patria como Reina y Madre de actualmente Santuario Nacional chilenas y sus respectivas familias Chile, Patrona y Generala Jurada deciden organizar una fiesta a de las Fuerzas Armadas y de beneficio de los damnificados del Orden, títulos que son fruto del terremoto en Junio del mismo reconocimiento especial de la año, e invitan a participar a toda protección de la Madre de Dios a la comunidad chilena que reside lo largo de nuestra historia. en Connecticut en esta noble El 5 de enero de 1817, el causa, la cual fue apoyada por el General José de San Martín y Padre Orozco quien, entonces, el General Bernardo O´Higgins era el párroco de la Iglesia San juraron fidelidad a la Virgen del Carlos Borromeo en Bridgeport, Carmen como patrona, junto a facilitando el salón de eventos todos los oficiales y tropas del de la parroquia. Esta actividad ejército. Así, en la Batalla de no sólo fue un éxito al recolec- Chacabuco, lograron la victoria el tar dinero para los necesitados 12 de febrero de 1817. (que fue entregado al Hogar de Por esta razón, el pueblo ente- Cristo en Santiago), sino que se ro se reunió el 14 de marzo de logró convocar a gran parte de la 1818 en la Catedral de Santiago e comunidad chilena que vive en hicieron el siguiente juramento: Connecticut. . con el firme propósito de traer Padre Orozco el 12 de julio del Este juramento hecho a la la estatua de la Virgen, y con el THE TYPICAL DRESS of their native Chile, displayed here by children dinero de arcas privadas, dona- during the feast of Our Lady of Carmen (image at left) at St. Charles Parish in Bridgeport, differs from north to south in that country. Hugging the Pacific ciones de particulares y apoyo de Ocean for nearly 4,000 miles, Chile embraces a climate that ranges from trop- la comunidad chilena se concreta ical to frigid, lush to arid. Bound together by the Spanish language and their uno de nuestros sueños: traer a la Catholic faith, Chileans embody the variety found throughout the Hispanic virgen. Y es así como en junio del community. (See article in English on page 8.) (Photos by Amy Mortensen) año siguiente se encarga al arte- By sano chileno José Miguel Cariaga la confección de la estatua de la advocaciones marianas que ve- el Padre Thomas Simisky, quien www.curtissryan.com Virgen, la que es traída directa- neran nuestros hermanos latino- gentilmente aceptó oficiar la Misa mente de Chile con la ayuda del americanos, se encuentra ubicada por su cercanía con nuestro país Señor Julio Fiol (cónsul general en una vitrina en la entrada prin- después de haber vivido algunos de Chile en Nueva York) quien cipal de la Iglesia San Carlos. años en Chile. hizo las gestiones del traslado por Cabe destacar que durante el Actualmente, el grupo de valija diplomática. año hacemos diferentes activ- chilenos de la Carmelita en Desde entonces, cada año idades para recolectar fondos y Connecticut lo forman cinco celebramos a nuestra patrona de una gran rifa anual, siendo una familias, quienes trabajan con Chile con una Misa donde parti- de las más importantes ya que mucho amor y dedicación con el cipa la comunidad chilena y la- todo el dinero reunido se entrega único propósito de mantener nu- tinoamericana con cantos, bailes íntegro a la Iglesia San Carlos estras raíces, nuestra cultura, nu- y muestras de folklore a cargo del en reconocimiento al apoyo que estras tradiciones y nuestra fe viva ONE OF CT’S LARGEST VOLUME HONDA DEALERS ONE OF CT’S LARGEST VOLUME HONDA DEALERS grupo folklórico “Aconcagua” nos ha dado durante estos años, en este país que nos ha acogido. 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Agradecemos stas locales y comida típica chile- al Padre Francisco Gómez, actual nuestra cultura y a conocer más CALL CURTISS RYAN AT na ofrecida después de la Misa. párroco de la parroquia, quien ha sobre nuestra Virgen del Carmen Desde ese día, se celebra a la apoyado nuestra causa y a confi- Patrona y reina de Chile. 1-800-523-4190 Virgen del Carmen con una Misa ado en nuestro proyecto desde (Para más información sobre el día domingo después del 16 que le fuera presentado. 333 Bridgeport Ave • Shelton Chilenos de la Carmelita en M-Th 9am-9pm • Fri 9am-6pm • Sat 9am-5pm 203-929-1484 de Julio, día oficial de la Virgen Este año, la misa se celebró el Connecticut, puede contactarnos por del Carmen (feriado nacional domingo 19 de Julio, a las 12:30 email: [email protected] o NEW & USED VEHICLES • SALES • SERVICE • PARTS • BODY SHOP en Chile) y al igual que las otras pm en San Carlos y oficiada por [email protected].) n 23 July/August 2015 Bits & Pieces CELEBRATION of the Tues., July 28 meet for a night Fairfield County is set! Join our 203.922.8079 or Paola Verrelli: Memorial before the Nov. Independence of Colombia will filled with music, dance, and food! one-year anniversary Mass Mob 203.926.9862 by Sat., Sept. 12. Veterans’ Day observance, is Comunidad chilena celebra su patrona be held at St. Benedict-Our Lady In a change of schedule, on Tues., at St. Mary Church, 25 Sherman For more info, email padrepioso- Wed., Sept. 30. The Veterans’ of Montserrat Parish, Stamford, August 4, meet for a Praise and St., Bridgeport on Sun., August [email protected]. Memorial is located at 2523 Park on Sun., July 26, starting with Worship Holy Hour and social 9, at 10:30 am. For more info, go CONCERT with Krista Ave., Bridgeport. The names Mass at 2 pm. Traditional from 7-9 pm at Sacred Heart to massmobfc.webs.com or email Adams Santilli at Sacred Heart of the veterans on the newly Colombian dishes and desserts, Parish, Danbury. For more info, [email protected]. Parish, Stamford, on Sun., Sept. donated bricks will be read at the live music, and the folkloric go to catholic.ya.danbury@gmail. TRIP TO CIRQUE ÉLOIZE 13, at 4 pm. Open to all. Tickets: Veterans Day Mass and Blessing dance group Viva Colombia. com or call Maria: 203.798.6923. at Foxwoods by St. Vincent’s $75; reception follows the con- on Sat., Nov. 7, at 12:15 pm. For For more info, contact Laura Facebook: Catholic Young Adults Healthy Hearts Club on Wed., cert. Proceeds benefit Sacred information donating a brick for Valencia: 203.219.8115. of Greater Danbury. August 12. Open to all. Bus Heart. For more info or to pur- a veteran from the U.S. Military CURSILLO ULTREYAS SUNSET CRUISE spon- leaves at 8 am from the garage in chase tickets, call 203.968.1234. or our allies—living, deceased, are held around the diocese: sored by St. Stephen Parish, front of the Medical Center, 2800 MUSICIAN CURTIS wartime, peacetime, or currently Thurs., August 6, at St. James Trumbull, Fri., August 7. Depart Main St., Bridgeport, returning STEPHEN will perform at St. serving, call 203.345.3244. Parish, Stratford, 7 pm; Mon., St. Stephen at 3 pm by coach 6:30 pm. Cost: $65, includes Cecilia Parish, Stamford, on Fri., RED MASS for Catholic law- August 17, at St. Bridget of for dinner at Osteria Romana transportation, lunch buffet, 2 Sept. 18, at 7 pm. A portion of yers will take place Sun., Oct. Ireland Parish, Stamford, 7:30 Restaurant in Norwalk, then on pm matinee “Cirque Éloize,” $10 the proceeds will benefit Diocese 4, at 9 am in the Egan Chapel pm; Thurs., August 20, at St. to the harbor for a 6 pm sunset kino, and driver’s gratuities. For of Bridgeport youth trip to World at Fairfield University. Bishop Mary Parish, Bethel, 7:30 pm; cruise onboard the 45-foot C.J. reservations or more info, call Youth Day 2016. For more info, Caggiano will be the celebrant. and Thurs., Sept. 3, at St. Toth catamaran through Norwalk Andy Gatto: 203.372.5097. contact the parish: 203.322.1562. Breakfast follows in the Oak James Parish, Stratford, 7 pm. Harbor and Long Island Sound. FAN THE FIRE Youth Rally 50-YEAR REUNION for Room. For reservations or more For more info, contact Anne Price: $80 per person includes for High School Teens, Sat., Notre Dame Catholic HS Class info, email [email protected] Marie: [email protected]. bus, dinner and cruise, tax and August 15, from 9 am-9 pm at St. of 1965 will celebrate the week- or phone 203.416.1385. ENCOURAGE apostolate for gratuities. For reservations and Rose of Lima Parish, Newtown, end of Sept. 25-27. Four separate PROJECT RACHEL friends and family of loved ones more info, call Maria LaVelle: with special guest Bishop Frank events are planned. For more MINISTRY offers free and confi- with same sex attractions meets 203.459.1021. Space limited; first J. Caggiano. All teens grades info, check the website: www. dential help to those seeking heal- the third Saturday of the month come, first served. 8-12 invited. Games, music, talks, ndclassof65.com or call Steve ing from the wounds of abortion. (August 15) at 10:30 am and is SUMMER SPLASH, the Confession, Rosary, Adoration, and Diane Parker Cavallo: To experience God’s love and strictly confidential. For more annual diocesan event for young Mass. Cost: $40; includes lunch 203.371.6346. mercy, contact Project Rachel: info contact the Norwalk chapter: adults (18-35) will take place and dinner. For more info, call DEADLINE for donat- 203.416.1619 or projectrachel@ [email protected]. Sun., August 9. Mass at 2:30 pm St. Rose: 203.426.1014 or speak ing a Veteran’s Brick to the diopbt.org. Visit our website: CATHOLIC YOUNG with Bishop Caggiano at Our with your parish youth minister St. Margaret Shrine Veterans www.projectrachelbpt.com. n ADULTS of Greater Danbury Lady Star of the Sea in Stamford, or pastor. (ages 18-35) meets at St. followed by a social in downtown CHRISTIAN ROCK MUSIC Marguerite Parish, Brookfield, Stamford at Harbor Point. For for all ages with the Vince and nearby locations every second more info or to sign up, email DeFelice Band in concert at Our and fourth Tuesday from 6:30- [email protected]. Lady of the Assumption Parish, 8:30 pm in the church hall. On NEXT MASS MOB of Fairfield, on Sun., August 16, at 7 pm. Tickets: $20 adults; $10 students on sale at the par- ish rectory or online at www. thevincedefeliceband.com. BEREAVEMENT MINISTRY, a 12-session pro- gram over nine months, will begin at St. Jude Parish, Monroe on Wed., Sept. 9, from 2:30-4 pm in the social hall. Sessions will be held twice a month on Wed. from Sept. thru Nov., and once a month the rest of the year, concluding in May. Registration required. For more info or to register, call the parish office: 203.268.8418. PILGRIMAGE TO ITALY sponsored by the School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) leaves from NY for nine days: Sept. 11-19. For info and reservations call Josephine Lifrieri: 800.993.7763 or email [email protected]. FEAST DAY OF ST. PIO, held Sun., Sept. 27, at St. Margaret Shrine, Bridgeport. Mass at 12:15 pm followed by procession and blessing. Reception follows at Roberto’s Restaurant, 505 Main Street, Monroe. Reception cost: $50. For reserva- tions, contact: Rosa Santangeli: ST. VINCENT’S SWIM ACROSS THE SOUND

th 18 Annual

Interfaith MemorialOpen toService All- Rain or Shine Celebrating the lives of family members and friends who have been lost to cancer SUNDAY, July 26, 2015 Registration 8:00 am — Service 8:30 am Captain’s Cove Seaport, Bridgeport (Handicapped Accessible) • Interfaith Prayer Service • Reading of Names • Musical Tributes • Inspirational Readings • Refreshments Dedicate a flower to be cast into the Sound in memory of your loved one. If unable to attend, please visit our website at www.stvincents.org/prayer and submit the name of your loved one to be remembered at the service.

For information, please call 203-576-5550.

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