WWW.THEFLORIDACATHOLIC.ORG | December 2014 FLORIDACatholic ARCHDIOCESE

At CHRISTMAS we are invited to approach the CHILD who awaits us in the manger. His hands are stretched forth, reaching out to us, seeking our embrace. He reaches out not to take anything from us but to give to us. To BELIEVE in him we lose nothing. On the contrary, we gain EVERYTHING. May Christmas find you and your loved ones reconciled to God and to one another. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. — Winner, grades 3-4. Artist: Gabriela Barrera, grade 4, St. Kevin School, Miami

La NAVIDAD nos invita a acercarnos al NIÑO Nan Sezòn NWÈL, se envite yo envite nou vin proche kot que nos espera en el pesebre. Tiene sus manos extendidas, ti PITIT la kap tann nou nan krèch la. Bra l yo leve anlè, li buscando nuestro abrazo. lonje yo ban nou pou l ambrase n. Quiere acercarse a nosotros, no para pedirnos algo, sino para Li pap chèche pran anyen; men se bay li vle ban nou. Nou dárnoslo. AL CREER en Él, no perdemos nada. Por el pap pèdi anyen si n KWÈ nan li; okontrè, se genyen n ap contrario, lo ganamos TODO. genyen. Que ustedes y sus seres queridos estén reconciliados con Dios y Nan sezòn Nwèl sa a se pou Bondye fè n viv anpè ni ak li con los demás en estas Navidades. Feliz Navidad y un Próspero menm ni ak tout moun. Mwen swete nou Jwaye Nwèl epi yon Año Nuevo. Bòn Ane 2015. 2 YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY December 2014 Christmas through children’s eyes

Winner, grades K-two. Artist: Ava Carpenter, grade two, Runner up, grades K-two. Artist: Janelle Adams, grade Runner up, grades three-four. Artist: Emiliana Rincon, Annunciation School, Hollywood. two, Our Lady of the Lakes Parish, Miami Lakes. grade four; St. Thomas the Apostle School, Miami.

FLORIDA CATHOLIC STAFF

MIAMI | Once again, student artwork graces the cover of the Christmas edition of the Florida Catholic. Fourth-grader Gabriela Barrera from St. Kevin School in Miami was the overall winner of the second annual Mission Kids Christmas Art Contest, co-sponsored by the offices of Missions, Catechesis and Schools. About 1,200 pieces of art were submitted by students from 27 schools and religious education programs through- out the archdiocese, making the task of choosing a winner very difficult for the judges. Among them was Father David Russell, a retired archdiocesan priest who is himself an art- ist, and representatives of the offices of Schools, Catechesis, Communications, and Evangelization and Parish Life. A winner and runner-up were chosen for each grade lev- el. The artwork of each one is reproduced here and will be posted on the archdiocesan website. All 1,200 entries also will be sent to the Pontifical Missions Society in New York for participation in their annual contest. Their winners’ art- Winner, grades five-six. Artist: Vanessa Perez, grade five, Runner up, grades five-six. Artist: Sophia Sylvestre, grade work will grace the society’s 2015 Christmas card and could St. Kevin School, Miami. five, Annunciation School, Hollywood. be exhibited in 2015 at the National Basilica of the Immacu- late Conception in Washington, D.C.

Winner, Visit us in Southwest Florida grades seven- Join us at a eight. Artist: Emily Preview weekend Gonzalez, at grade eight, Jan. 30-31, 2015 Mar. 27-28, 2015 St. Kevin School, avemaria.edu 239-280-2556 Miami.

Runner up, grades seven- eight. Artist: Caroline Pujol, grade seven, Epiphany School, Miami. 32677-1218 December 2014 www.thefloridacatholic.org YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY 3 ‘Truly Catholic’ St. Clement closes jubilee year JONATHAN MARTINEZ Florida Catholic correspondent

WILTON MANORS | Cap- ping off a yearlong celebration in honor of the 60th anniversary of St. Clement Parish, Archbishop Thomas Wenski and a special guest, Cardinal Chibly Langlois, celebrated a at the church Nov. 23, the feast of Christ the King. The anniversary celebra- tions had kicked off with a Mass March 22 and included a series of special events throughout the year. “In this church we have present a truly Catholic assembly made up of people of all nations, of all lan- guages, and we are united, joined Kyarah Altieri, a member of St. Clement Parish for the past together because we share one four years, carries the Haitian faith, one Lord, one baptism,” the flag during a procession at the archbishop said during his open- start of the Mass celebrating the ing remarks. parish’s 60th anniversary. As the Mass began, Archbishop Wenski said a few words in Creole and, to everyone’s surprise, intro- duced the first Haitian to be named a cardinal. As Cardi- nal Langlois, bishop of Les Cayes, Marilyn Dominguez and Christy Salmeron, parishioners of St. Clement, present a basket with native , appeared from behind the items from Mexico, El Salvador and Colombia to Archbishop Thomas Wenski during the offertory of the altar, everyone began applauding Mass celebrating the parish’s 60th anniversary. (PHOTOS BY JONATHAN MARTINEZ | FC) and cheering. “This was a great celebration. for parishioners and a reminder to as a “great accomplishment.” gation made up of many different This parish means a lot to me. We the community that St. Clement is “The fact that the parish is still cultures and languages, which appreciate the cardinal’s visit. It a place where everyone can come here after so many years, it brings after 60 years continues to remain was great for the Haitian commu- to enjoy and worship the Lord. a lot of hope and even to the kids it united as family. nity,” said longtime parishioner The choir sang hymns in Span- brings a lot of joy,” said the priest “When your heart is into it, you Guerline Estelhomme, who has ish, English and Creole, represent- who has served as since can cross cultures,” he said. “I give been attending Mass at St. Clem- ing the three languages spoken at 2009. “We keep remembering the them (parishioners) my heart, as I ent for 27 years. the parish. The parish’s liturgical past, celebrating the present and give my heart to the Lord. I give it The theme for the 60th anni- dance group opened and closed gearing for more unity, preparing to them. It’s something that I see Members of the Confrerie St. versary celebration was “Worship- the Mass, contributing to the in- people to fully walk toward the the Holy Spirit helping me to do Michel of St. Clement Parish carry ping God, Celebrating Our Faith fusion of culture throughout. kingdom of God.” day by day. I let my heart guide an image of St. Clement admiring and Serving the Community.” Father Robés Charles, pastor, Father Charles reflected on how me and let the word of God be my the Holy Trinity during a procession The theme served as inspiration referred to the 60th anniversary he manages to shepherd a congre- star.” n at the start of the Mass. ‘Haiti’s pride and hope’ visits Miami BLANCA MORALES ole, “Thank you, Lord, for Cardinal rights by cooperating with inter- Florida Catholic correspondent Chibly Langlois.” national advocacy groups, organi- The cardinal’s visit came as a zations and religious institutions. MIAMI | For Father Reginald surprise. Father Jean Mary, Notre That same day he was also appoint- Jean Mary, Cardinal Chibly Lan- Dame d’Haiti’s administrator, ed a member of the Pontifical Com- glois is “Haiti’s pride and hope.” received a phone call from Arch- mission for . Notre Dame d’Haiti parishioner bishop Thomas Wenski on Thurs- At 56, Cardinal Langlois is the Evelyn MacGuffie called him a day, informing him that Cardinal youngest of the 19 cardinals ap- sign “that God doesn’t forget poor Langlois would be in Miami that pointed by Francis, and the people.” weekend. only one who was not already an So when Haiti’s first and only car- The cardinal has often vis- archbishop. The fact that he is the dinal processed into the Little Haiti ited Miami to attend meetings of first Haitian ever to be made cardi- church for Mass Nov. 23, all eyes PROCHE, an acronym that stands nal has sparked hope among Hai- were upon him, and the applause in both Creole and English for Part- tians both inside and outside the was overwhelming. The pews were nership for the Reconstruction of country, which is still coping with jam-packed with Haitians from all the Church in Haiti. But he had the damage caused by the 2010 over the archdiocese, including yet to celebrate Mass with Miami’s earthquake and ongoing political parishes such as St. Clement in Wil- Haitian diaspora, the largest group turmoil. ton Manors and St. Bartholomew in in the U.S. As president of the Haitian bish- Miramar. Since his installation Feb. 22, the ops’ conference, Cardinal Langlois Joy was evident in their smiling cardinal has been traveling back currently serves as a mediator faces, and it found a vent in hymns and forth between Rome, Haiti and among 50 members of opposition and prayers, in hands raised in the U.S., where he has visited with groups and the Haitian president’s praise, and in feet tapping to music various Haitian communities. In representatives. For this reason, Fa- Cardinal Chibly Langlois looks at a gift from Miami’s Haitian pulsing with Caribbean flair. Some May, he was named a member of ther Jean Mary calls him “an apos- community, a new chasuble with an image of Our Lady of Perpetual members of Notre Dame’s prayer the Pontifical Council for Justice Help, patroness of Haiti. Helping him is altar server Hermann Nord. group wore shirts that read in Cre- and Peace, which promotes human PLEASE SEE HAITI, 5 (MARLENE QUARONI | FC) 4 YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY Florida Catholic December 2014 Gospel joy can transform our lives

“Joy to the world, the Lord is the Lord. He is God, He saves us, Jesus was full of joy. That joy Christian joy finds its root in come!” Earlier this month at one of He walks with us.’ And that is the came from his intimacy with His the relationship we have in and his morning Masses, joy of the Church that in this joy of Father: that is, from his relation- through Jesus Christ, with the Fa- insisted that Advent reminds us being a bride becomes a mother.” ship with the Father in the Spirit. ther, in the Holy Spirit. That rela- of our vocation, or call- The Gospels tell us This intimacy is the source of his tionship not only survives strug- ing, to live our own lives about times that Jesus “re- joy — a joy he wishes to share with gle, it thrives in struggle. That is, FLORIDA as Christians in “joy.” joiced in the Holy Spirit.” us. it does for those who have a living Sad Christians — or as he For example, in St. Mark Blessed Paul VI said that the faith. Through the power of the Catholic would characterize them we read: “Jesus rejoiced in joy of the Church is precisely to Holy Spirit the life of a believer can ARCHDIOCESE OF MIAMI “sourpusses” — give a the Holy Spirit and said, ‘I evangelize, to go forth and to be transformed so that even our counter testimony; for give you praise, Father, speak about her Spouse. And also crosses can become sources of joy Vol. 76, No. 2 the Gospel should always Lord of heaven and earth, to transmit that joy to the children for us. inspire joy. FROM THE for although you have that she bears, that she raises. But However, we must invite the 9401 Biscayne Blvd. In the wake of his first ARCHBISHOP hidden these things from do we experience Gospel joy? Do Holy Spirit in the midst of the Miami, FL 33138 Apostolic Exhortation the wise and the learned we transmit Gospel joy to others? struggles of our daily living to en- 305-762-1131 Fax 305-762-1132 titled “The Gospel of Joy” Thomas you have revealed them Difficulties, stress, and painful ex- lighten us, to open our eyes to see PUBLISHER (“Evangelii Gaudium”), Wenski to the childlike. Yes, Fa- periences are part of our life in this their purpose, and to give us the Archbishop Thomas Wenski Francis continues to ther, such has been your “valley of tears” — and, weighed heavenly wisdom we need to learn preach the theme of joy gracious will.’” down by them, can we be joyful? their lessons. Of course, we can DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS Mary Ross Agosta and to call the Church to experi- Since Advent prepares us for Yes, we can learn to rejoice in all also pray for them to be removed ence it and manifest it to the world. Christmas — and Christmas is for circumstances if and when we re- or relieved. However, if they do not ARCHDIOCESAN EDITOR He proclaimed: “You can’t imagine kids — we must rediscover how to ally begin to believe that the Lord go away, we choose to trust that Ana Rodriguez-Soto a Church without joy; and the joy be “childlike” in order to be open is near. Even trials can become the Lord Jesus Christ will accom- [email protected] 305-762-1131 of the Church lies precisely in this: to those “hidden things” that God fuel for igniting Gospel joy if em- pany us through them. As the say- to proclaim the name of Jesus. To wishes to reveal to us and to re- braced as invitations to a living ing goes, “If the Lord takes us to it, say: ‘He is the Lord. My spouse is ceive them with joy. faith. He will take us through it.” n • ADVERTISING: Contact Jane Radetsky at 407-373-0075 or [email protected]

• CLASSIFIED ADS: Contact Susan Chronowski at 1-888-275-9953, or La alegría del Evangelio puede [email protected]

State Offices:50 E. Robinson St., Suite G, Orlando, FL 32801-1619; P.O. Box 4993; transformar nuestras vidas Orlando, FL 32802-4993; 407-373-0075; Toll-free 1-888-275-9953; Fax 407-373-0087 “Que se regocije el mundo: ¡el sia consiste en que, en esta alegría compartir con nosotros. el Espíritu Santo. Esa relación no EXECUTIVE & EDITORIAL STAFF: Señor ha venido!” A principios de de ser la novia, ella se convierte en El Beato Pablo VI dijo que la sólo sobrevive a las luchas, sino General Manager: Ann Borowski Slade este mes, durante una de sus Mi- madre”. alegría de la Iglesia consiste, pre- que se desarrolla en las luchas. Editorial/Online Director: Jean Gonzalez sas matinales, el Papa Francisco Los Evangelios nos hablan de cisamente, en evangelizar, en salir Es decir, así les sucede a quienes Business Manager: Pat Spencer insistió en que el Adviento nos momentos en que Jesús “se regoci- a hablar de su Esposo. Y también tienen una fe viva. Por medio del Advertising Sales Manager: recuerda nuestra vocación, que es jó en el Espíritu Santo”. Por ejem- en transmitir esa alegría a los hijos poder del Espíritu Santo, la vida de Jane Radetsky Copy Editor: Mary Rose Denaro el llamado a vivir nuestras propias plo, en San Marcos leemos: “Jesús que ella da a luz y nutre. Pero, ¿ex- un creyente puede transformarse Social Media/Community Specialist: vidas como cristianos en “alegría”. se regocijó en el Espíritu Santo, y perimentamos nosotros la alegría de tal manera, que incluso nues- Michael Carlock Los cristianos tristes —o, tal como dijo: Yo te bendigo, Padre, Señor del Evangelio? ¿Transmitimos la tras cruces pueden convertirse en Advertising Graphic Designer: él los caracterizó— “desabridos”, del cielo y de la tierra, porque has alegría del Evangelio a los demás? fuentes de alegría para nosotros. Michael Jimenez dan un testimonio negativo, pues escondido estas cosas a los sabios Las dificultades, el estrés y las ex- Sin embargo, debemos invitar Advertising Assistant: Susan Chronowski el Evangelio siempre debe inspirar y a los doctos, y se las has revelado periencias dolorosas son parte de al Espíritu Santo a que, en medio Send statewide news releases to alegría. a los pequeños. Sí, Padre, así lo has nuestra vida en este “valle de lágri- de las luchas de nuestra vida dia- [email protected] A raíz de su primera exhor- querido”. mas”, y, si estamos agobiados por ria, nos ilumine, a que abra nues- tación apostólica, titulada “El Puesto que el Adviento nos pre- esas experiencias, ¿podemos sen- tros ojos para ver el propósito de Our staff meets for prayer each work day at Evangelio de la Alegría” (Evange- para para la Navidad —y la Na- tirnos alegres? Sí, podemos apren- esas luchas, y a que nos dé la sa- 9 a.m. Send prayer intentions to prayers@ lii Gaudium), Francisco continúa vidad es para los pequeños— te- der a regocijarnos en todas las biduría celestial que necesitamos thefloridacatholic.org predicando el tema de la alegría, y nemos que redescubrir cómo ser circunstancias, siempre y cuando para comprender sus lecciones. All contents copyright © 2014, The Florida llama a la Iglesia a experimentarla “como los niños”, con el fin de es- empecemos, realmente, a creer Por supuesto, también podemos Catholic Inc., except stories and photos from y a manifestarla al mundo. De este tar abiertos a esas “cosas ocultas” que el Señor está cerca. Incluso rezar para ser liberados o alivia- Catholic News Service. modo, proclamó: “No se puede que Dios quiere revelarnos, y para las pruebas pueden convertirse en dos de esas luchas. Sin embargo, si imaginar una Iglesia sin alegría; y recibirlas con alegría. combustible para encender la ale- las pruebas no desaparecen, prefi- la alegría de la Iglesia consiste pre- Jesús estaba lleno de alegría. gría del Evangelio si las aceptamos ramos confiar en que el Señor Je- cisamente en esto: en proclamar Esa alegría vino de su intimidad como invitaciones a una Fe viva. sucristo nos acompañará a través el nombre de Jesús. En decir: Él con su Padre: es decir, de su rela- La alegría cristiana encuentra de ellas. Como dice el refrán: “Si el es el Señor. Mi esposo es el Señor. ción con el Padre en el Espíritu. su raíz en la relación que —en Je- Señor nos lleva a eso, Él nos llevará Él es Dios. Él nos salva. Él camina Esta intimidad es la fuente de su sucristo y por medio de Jesucris- a salir de eso”. n con nosotros. Y el gozo de la Igle- alegría: una alegría que Él desea to—sostenemos con el Padre en

The Florida Catholic (ISSN 0746-4584) publishes semi-monthly for the Dioceses of Or- per’s policy and standards in Catholic Press Association. The appearance of advertising in all media. Political advertising not accepted. Periodicals postage paid at Orlando, lando, Palm Beach and Venice for $24 per year in Florida, $30 per year in the U.S., and in these pages does not imply endorsement of businesses, services and products. Com- FL 32862 and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The $95 per year foreign, by The Florida Catholic Inc., 50 E. Robinson St., Suite G, Orlando, plaints regarding advertising should be made directly to the advertiser or to your local Florida Catholic, P.O. Box 4993, Orlando, FL 32802-4993. Member, Catholic Press As- FL 32801-1619. Publisher reserves the right to refuse advertisements contrary to pa- Better Business Bureau. Readers must exercise prudence in responding to advertising sociation; subscriber to Catholic News Service (CNS). December 2014 www.thefloridacatholic.org YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY 5

HAITI

Obituaries FROM 3 Father Dorta-Duque Father Morras, tle of unity.” played key role in former pastor of St. Notre Dame d’Haiti parishioner Marie Polycarp hopes that now forming Belen Jesuit Kevin Parish, dies that Haiti has a cardinal, things MIAMI | Funeral services were will change in the country, “espe- Alumni Association held Dec. 1 at San Isidro Church in cially for the people suffering, the MIAMI | Archbishop Thomas Pompano Beach for Father Ignacio poor,” she said. She feels that Car- Wenski celebrated the funeral Morrás, 88, who died Thanksgiv- dinal Langlois can inspire change. Mass Dec. 9 at Belen Jesuit Prep for ing evening, Nov. 27, after decades “He can talk to others to help.” Jesuit Father Juan M. Dorta-Duque, of service in the Archdiocese of Mi- During his homily, on the so- a graduate of the class of 1940 from ami. lemnity of Christ the King, Car- the original Colegio de Belén in Ha- Father Morrás was born in Na- dinal Langlois exhorted the com- vana, former professor, and former varra, Spain, and had been a priest munity to serve those in need. He director of the Belen Alumni Asso- for 65 years, most of those in South said politicians are not meant to ciation of Jesuit Schools from F l o r i d a . serve themselves, but to serve the and Miami. He was the people in their care. As he spoke, “He lived a long life, 92 years, and younger assenting “amens” burst through- was an inspiration to so many,” said brot her of out the congregation. Jesuit Father Pedro Suarez, Belen’s Msgr. Xavier “Celebrating Mass on the so- Paula Louis, left, Marie Detin, center, and Liza Fauquet wear Cardinal president. “Through his leadership Morrás, who lemnity of Christ the King was a Chibly Langlois T-shirts during the Mass he celebrated at Notre Dame our alumni were able to connect died in No- good occasion to be with Miami’s d’Haiti Mission in Miami Nov. 23. Below left, Philomise Louis sings and from wherever they are in the world, vember 2012, Haitian community,” said Cardi- raises her hands in praise during Mass. Below right, Cardinal Chibly and their bond of brotherhood was and came nal Langlois. “It’s a good commu- Langlois celebrates Mass. (PHOTOS BY MARLENE QUARONI | FC) strengthened. from a family nity. I’m happy to be with them As a Jesuit he where five of today, to thank God and to show was a true Father Ignacio six siblings en- everyone that God’s love is with representa- Morrás tered religious us.” His message to the Haitian tion of ‘men life: another diaspora? “Stay united. Continue for others’ brother was an Augustinian and striving to live as God wants us to and his vo- two sisters became cloistered nuns. live.” cat ion has Like his brother, Father Ignacio He also asked God to bless Hai- driven gener- Morrás chose to be a missionary ti, and asked the people to pray for ations of laity priest, moving from his native dio- him, that he will be a good servant and religious cese in Spain to a quickly growing and that God will bless him by fill- in the Igna- part of Florida that was in dire need ing his heart with “pure love.” Father Juan M. tian spirit.” of Spanish-speaking priests. Or- Though he is soft-spoken, Cardi- Dorta-Duque In the book dained June 11, 1949, he spent a de- nal Langlois seized the attention of The cardinal, who was born in “Men for Oth- cade as a missionary in Chile before his listeners. They held on to every an impoverished family in Jacmel, ers: The Belen Jesuit Story,” author coming to the archdiocese in Febru- word, often nodding and respond- displays a peaceful demeanor. “It’s encouraging to have a Hai- Zeida C. Sardiñas describes Father ary 1965. ing affirmatively. He also called Even while the crowds pressed tian cardinal. Cardinal Langlois is Dorta-Duque’s work, which be- He served as parochial vicar at St. himself a “cardinal for everyone,” around him, seeking a blessing, he very humble and down-to-earth,” gan in Miami in 1968. Belen Jesuit Michael in Miami from 1965 to 1966 meaning he wants to serve not remained gracious and calm, smil- said St. John Vianney seminarian had restarted here after being shut and at Little Flower in Coral Gables only Catholics, but all the people ing and shaking every hand that Jeremy Lully, who came with three down by Cuba’s communist gov- from 1966 to 1972. His last assign- in Haiti. welcomed him. other Haitian seminarians. n ernment. ment was as pastor of St. Kevin Par- “As an initial step, Father Dorta- ish in Miami (1978-1989), during Duque compiled a list of alumni, the which he oversaw the completion of majority of whom were in Miami. the church building. He had served ONe Price FuNerals Others were scattered throughout as administrator of St. Kevin for six the , Puerto Rico, Lat- years prior, from 1972 until being NatiONal FuNeral HOmes in America, Europe and even Asia,” named pastor in 1978. Sardiñas wrote. He “began mak- Artistically talented, he also ing visits to alumni throughout the contributed many of the artistic In our Funeral Homes located in Miami, Broward and Palm Beach, Florida, we offer all the world. … He visited alumni and co- appointments of St. Kevin Church services and merchandise for less than any other funeral home in town, we guarantee it. ordinated reunions in Jacksonville, and School, such as gates and lamp Washington, D.C., New York, Phila- holders crafted from wrought iron. Our promise is that our merchandise, services and cemetery spaces prices will be less than any delphia, Boston, Denver, Tucson, In a comment on the archdioce- other funeral home (same services and merchandise) in the South Florida tri-county area (Miami, St. Louis, Atlanta, Dallas, Houston, san website, one former parishioner Broward and Palm Beach) or you can count on receiving the services free, gratis, for nothing. Baton Rouge, New Orleans, Boston recalled his accomplishments. “He and Puerto Rico. He also traveled had the vision to build the school throughout the years as far away as before the new church building,” Funeral Home Locations in Miami Dade, Europe and Latin America in search wrote Belinda Murray Castaneda. Broward, Palm Beach, and Brooklyn, N.Y. of establishing vital links with Belen “He designed everything in the alumni.” old church, now parish hall, and in 32404-1218 “Father Dorta-Duque, SJ, was the church building, including the Give us a call more than just a priest,” said Mari- stained-glass windows, and made 1-800-Funerals ano Loret de Mola, Alumni Associa- some of them himself, like the one tion director. “He was a pillar, a true with the ‘Our Father.’ But most im- 305-910-4169 leader that helped mold the Alumni portantly, he stayed within budget Association into what it is today, for both the school and the church, 1-800-Cremations and will be forever remembered as leaving our parish debt free.” a legacy among alumni. Everyone For six months in 1992, Father respected, admired and loved him Morrás served as administrator of Se habla español and he will be missed. May he rest St. James in North Miami. He retired For more info visit our website at in peace.” in February 1994 and spent most of www.FuneralHomesMiamiFL.com Father Dorta-Duque was buried his retirement years in residence at at Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Cem- St. John the Apostle Parish in Hia- Cemetery spaces from Orlando to Miami for less etery in Doral. leah. He was buried at Our Lady of Mercy Cemetery in Miami. 6 YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY Florida Catholic December 2014 Donor’s advice: ‘Church knows best’ Three couples honored for ‘faith, hope and charity,’ others inducted in Legacy Society

ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO Florida Catholic staff

MIAMI | On the Sunday when the Gospel describes the exact requirements for entrance into heaven — “whatsoever you did for the least of my brothers” — the Archdiocese of Miami honored three couples who are living out that dictum, and two dozen oth- ers who are doing it from beyond the grave. Albert and Barbara Del Castillo, Sean and Dina Clancy, and Jeremiah and Catherine Archbishop Thomas Wenski presents the One in Charity award to Archbishop Thomas Wenski presents the One in Hope award to Dina Sheehan were this year’s recipi- Catherine and Jeremiah Sheehan of St. Paul the Apostle Parish in and Sean Clancy of St. Joseph Parish in Miami Beach. ents of the One in Faith, One in Lighthouse Point. (PHOTOS BY ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO | FC) Hope and One in Charity awards, respectively. The Mass is timed to coincide ance policy. “You can give in little cially and returning them to God with Thanksgiving, so this year’s ways. No gift is too small,” said abundantly. celebration took place Nov. 23, at Bosack Greenstein, who hopes “One doesn’t do things in an- St. Mary Cathedral. Archbishop many more members will come ticipation of receiving awards,” Thomas Wenski celebrated a forward as word spreads about said Dina Clancy of St. Joseph similar Mass the Sunday before, the society. Parish in Miami Beach, “so to get Nov. 16, for donors in Broward. As for those who received the this recognition is humbling.” This is the third year the archdio- One in Faith, One in Hope and “I felt unworthy but very hap- cese bestowed the honors as part One in Charity award, all said py,” added her husband, Sean. of its ThanksForGiving Mass — a they reacted with shock to the “We love the Church and any- time to thank everyone who con- news. thing we can do to help.” tributes on a regular basis to the “I was pretty much rendered Albert Del Castillo added that annual ArchBishop’s Charities speechless. I was stuttering on he has good reasons for sharing and Development, better known the phone,” said Barbara Del his treasure with the archdiocese. as ABCD. Castillo of Our Lady of the Lakes “Because the archdiocese has At the Miami-Dade Mass, 25 Parish in Miami Lakes. “It’s very systems in place, organizations in members also were added to the surprising and very humbling,” place, to best direct our contribu- Archbishop said her husband, Albert. tions,” he explained. “It’s the best Legacy Society, which recognizes The One in Faith award rec- way of giving because the Church those who have remembered the ognizes “excellence in evange- does know best who are those in Archbishop Thomas Wenski presents the One in Faith award to archdiocese in their will. Most lization” and commitment “to need.” n Barbara and Albert Del Castillo of Our Lady of the Lakes Parish in of the inductees were honored spreading the good news” so that Miami Lakes. posthumously, although Karey others can come closer to Christ. Bosack Greenstein, senior direc- The Del Castillos are both attor- Newly inducted tor of planned giving, is hoping to neys who don’t have a lot of time members change that. to give to the Church, so “it’s good of the “I’m sure there are many more to know that we can help through Archbishop people who have left the arch- our treasure and through our tal- Coleman diocese or its programs in their ents,” he said. Carroll will. They just have to tell us,” “I started as a candy striper at Legacy she said. “We want to thank them Holy Cross (Hospital),” said Cath- Society while they’re living for the legacy erine Sheehan of her early days stand with that they’re leaving after they’re giving of her time and talent. Archbishop gone.” “You didn’t need service hours Thomas The Carroll Legacy Society was back then. I absolutely loved it.” Wenski. started only a couple of years ago The Sheehans are members From and has about 80 named mem- of St. Paul the Apostle Parish in left are: bers. But membership is auto- Lighthouse Point. Their One in Salvatore matic for anyone who plans to Charity award recognizes “con- Difede, John leave a gift for the archdiocese stant support” of the ABCD as “an Dietl, Smilka after death. The gift could be di- expression of (their) unselfish Meldoza rected to benefit a specific par- love of God.” representing ish, school, archdiocesan agency The Clancys’ One in Hope posthumous or program. award recognizes their embodi- honoree Vivian ment of “the four infinitives of And the giving does not need to Decker, and be complicated: It can be as sim- stewardship”: receiving God’s Kevin and ple as naming the archdiocese gifts gratefully, nurturing them Sandra Davis. as the beneficiary of a life insur- responsibly, sharing them sacrifi- December 2014 www.thefloridacatholic.org YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY 7 Disabled need not ‘sit on the sidelines’ in Church White Mass honors their contributions, calls for more opportunities

JIM DAVIS Florida Catholic correspondent

FORT LAUDERDALE | Joe Palano read confidently from the pulpit at St. Anthony Church, star- ing straight ahead as his fingers glided over the Braille Bible text. Corey Hixon reaches out to Auxiliary Bishop Nov. 22 at He belonged there, taking part St. Patrick Church in Miami Beach during the recessional of the second in worship, he said, as do all dis- annual White Mass in thanksgiving for the life of persons with special abled persons. needs. (MARLENE QUARONI | FC) “It’s an honor to praise God and proclaim his word,” said Palano, outside, it could be on the inside, mid got the idea to hold one for one of the lectors for the first-ever but we all have them,” he said. Broward residents at the same White Mass in Broward County. “No matter what it is, it does not time. “It shows that disabled people can diminish our dignity as human That happened this year: As the participate in Church life, and not beings.” White Mass was being celebrated be segregated. That’s important At the reception that followed Nov. 22 at St. Anthony, Auxiliary for me. I wouldn’t want to sit on the Mass, much of the dessert Bishop Peter Baldacchino cele- Joe Palano, a client of Lighthouse of Broward, and Ana Arzuaga, the sidelines.” menu was baked by Joel Tepper- brated the second annual event at a parishioner at St. Anthony, leave the church after the inaugural Several of his sight-impaired berg. The Weston resident has St. Patrick. More than 400 attend- White Mass in Broward County. (JONATHAN MARTINEZ | FC) friends from Lighthouse of Bro- been learning baking at Light- ed the Miami Beach Mass, which ward joined him at the Mass Nov. house since he lost his sight in Au- was also broadcast live on EWTN. “How many parishes encour- parish councils have to recognize 22, which highlights the ways dis- gust. He said he enjoyed the White “It’s a tremendous witness to age them to take part?” said Arse- the gifts of all the people — and abled people can take part in par- Mass even though he’s Jewish. the gift of life,” said Father Rober- nault, who is learning computer their ability to participate.” n ish life. They read Scripture, sang, “Being in a house of God is spiri- to Cid, St. Patrick’s pastor, of the skills at Lighthouse. “Parishes and greeted, ushered, bore the gifts tual, whether it’s Mass or the High Mass for the disabled. “They are and held a reception afterward. Holy Days,” he said. precious human beings, beloved About 25 others sat among The White Mass, traditionally children of God. They have needs, Community Business Directory St. Anthony’s regular Saturday celebrated on the feast of St. Luke but they also bring blessings. The worshippers of 200 or so, just the the physician, is named after the most fundamental is the gift of way Dolores Hanley McDiarmid white coats and uniforms worn love. They are capable of loving ATTORNEY TAX PREPARATION wanted it. by medical professionals. Meant and being loved.” “I felt proud, like a mother,” originally for workers in the With the White Mass in two Vincent J. Owoc, P.A. Attorney at Law* The Tax Clinic LLC said McDiarmid, public aware- health care field, in South Florida counties, McDiarmid has set her Roxana Medina, C.P.A. ness specialist at Lighthouse, a it has also come to stand for serv- next goal: a third in the Diocese • Probate • Real Estate • Wills • Trusts • Business Law • Income tax preparation and Fort Lauderdale-based service ing and welcoming the disabled. of Palm Beach. That would es- representation • Foreclosure Solutions agency for the blind and sight-im- The first such local observance, tablish the observance in both • Personal and small business paired. “For able-bodied people formally called a Mass for those dioceses and all three counties of 4801 S. University Drive • Bookkeeping and payroll services Suite 203 and people with disabilities to be with special needs, was celebrat- the Miami-West Palm Beach area. • Notary Public Davie, FL 33328 13899 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 311 together at Mass and a communal ed last year at St. Patrick Church She hopes it will also establish the 954-680-8000 North Miami Beach, FL 33181 meal, it should be like this all the on Miami Beach, in partnership Sunday before Thanksgiving as Fax: 954-680-6241 305-759-2803 time.” with Best Buddies International. White Mass Sunday. [email protected] [email protected] Singing “Ave Maria” at the Mass Founded by Anthony Kennedy Individual parishes, too, should *Florida Bar Board Certified St. Martha parishioner was one of Lighthouse’s success Shriver of Miami Beach, Best Bud- replicate the White Mass experi- in Real Property Law stories: Maria Carla Rosales, who dies fosters friendships between ence, said Rachelle Arsenault, earned a music degree in April at volunteers and the disabled, as who proclaimed the first reading Florida International University. well as developing work opportu- at St. Anthony on Nov. 22. She said “Humbling, scary, an honor, a nities and other benefits. disabled members could help not DENTIST To advertise in this directory, lot of things,” said Rosales, a first Members of Lighthouse Bro- only as readers, but greeters, choir please email soprano and alumna of Light- ward attended that first White members, extraordinary minis- Gloria Alvareztorre, D.M.D. • Pediatric • General • Cosmetic directories@thefloridacatholic. house’s transition program for Mass at St. Patrick, and Joe Palano ters of holy Communion and other • Endo • Implant • Orthodontist college-bound people. She agreed served as a lector there. McDiar- volunteer workers. • Bleaching • Invisalign org or call Mike Carlock at with McDiarmid about the need • Family oriented to remind people not to overlook • Most dental plans accepted 1-888-275-9953 the disabled. • Major credit cards and Care Credit “It can be a cultural shock to 11645 Biscayne Blvd., Suite 406 Join the see someone with a cane or a North Miami, FL 33181 Florida Catholic wheelchair,” said Rosales, who is 757 41st St. Business and legally blind. “Masses like this get Miami Beach, FL 33140 everyone together. You see that 305-892-1515 Professional they’re not really that different.” Fax: 305-893-0886 Network Father Michael Grady, pastor of 31906-1218 [email protected] on LinkedIn.com St. Anthony, used the occasion to preach about compassion toward The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon people who are less fortunate, and ad vertise ments. Before you decide, ask an attorney to send you free written information acceptance of those who live with about his or her qualifications and experience. disabilities. “It could be on the 8 YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY Florida Catholic December 2014

Pictured is the Advent wreath in the chapel of Traditions, charity, St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary in Boynton foster Advent spirit Beach. (TOM TRACY | FC) TOM TRACY Brother Eladio Gonzalez, a guid- Students were invited to a reconcili- Florida Catholic Correspondent ance counselor at the private boys’ ation service, along with two days high school in Miami and a third- of volunteer service with needy MIAMI | Christopher Colum- degree member of the Knights of children in the area. The students bus High School just got a year-end Columbus. came together with youngsters makeover — not a building reno- The Knights foster a Squires stu- from both St. James Parish in North vation or new computer lab, but a dent membership program along Miami and St. John the Baptist Mis- truckload of fresh poinsettias and with a “True Meaning of Christ- sion (part of Corpus Christi Parish) “Keep Christ in Christmas” posters mas” campaign nationally, which in Miami for gift giving, prayer, fun reminding students of Advent’s true Brother Gonzalez has adapted for time and camaraderie. purpose. any Columbus students interested “This season I am emphasizing “Advent brings hope, peace, joy in enriching their Advent experi- (the concepts of) joy and enlight- and love. Often we have a lot of frus- ence. enment, which do not come from trations personally, but we cannot The goal is to foster a more spir- lose our hope and joy,” said Marist itual-focused Advent at the school. PLEASE SEE ADVENT, 14 CHRISTMAS MASS Schedules FORT LAUDERDALE FORT LAUDERDALE MIAMI BEACH SOUTHWEST VIRGINIA GARDENS ■ Heart of Jesus CONTINUED ■ St. Joseph RANCHES ■ Blessed Trinity (Maronite Rite) 8670 Byron Ave. 4020 Curtiss Parkway 1800 N.E. 6th Court ■ St. Pius X ■ St. Mark www.stjosephmiamibeach.com 5601 S. Flamingo Road 305-871-5780 www.heartofjesus.org 2511 N. Ocean Blvd. (A1A) 305-866-6567 www.stmarknet.com RECONCILIATION 954-522-3939 954-564-1763 CHRISTMAS EVE 954-434-3777 Advent Evening of Reflection/Penance CHRISTMAS EVE CHRISTMAS EVE 6 p.m (English), 8 p.m. (Portuguese), Service (Bilingual): Dec. 15, 7 p.m. midnight (English, Arabic, Aramaic) 5:30 p.m., midnight midnight (Bilingual) RECONCILIATION (led by Father Roberto Garza, rector of CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS A 30 minute concert will precede Confessions: Dec. 20, 11 a.m.-noon, St. John Vianney Seminary) 11 a.m. (English, Arabic, Aramaic) 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. these Masses 4 -5 p.m.; Dec. 23, 11 a.m.-noon, 4-5 DECORATING/LIGHTING p.m., 7-8 p.m. NEW YEAR’S EVE CHRISTMAS OF CHRISTMAS TREES ■ St. Clement 5:30 p.m. 8:30 a.m. (English), 10:30 a.m. (English), CHRISTMAS EVE Dec. 18, 7 p.m. 2975 N. Andrews Ave. 4 p.m. Children’s (Family), NEW YEAR’S 12:30 p.m. (Spanish), 3:30 p.m. (Polish) 6 p.m. (Family), midnight CHRISTMAS EVE 954-563-1183 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon 5 p.m. (Children’s), preceded by CHRISTMAS Children’s Concert: 4:30 p.m. CHRISTMAS EVE MIRAMAR 7:30 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., 10 p.m. (Bilingual), preceded by Choir 5 p.m. (Children’s Mass with Blessing 12:30 p.m. (Spanish) Cantata, 9:30 p.m. of the Children), 7 p.m. (English), MARATHON 8:30 p.m. (Spanish), midnight (Creole ■ St. John XXIII NEW YEAR’S EVE CHRISTMAS — starts at 10:30 p.m. with Nativity ■ San Pablo 16800 Miramar Parkway 5 p.m. (Vigil) 8:30 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. story and Christmas Choir) 550 122nd St. Ocean www.john23parish.org NEW YEAR’S (Spanish) CHRISTMAS www.sanpablomarathon.org 954-392-5062 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m., NEW YEAR’S EVE English: 7:30 a.m., 11 a.m., NO 6 p.m. 305-289-0636 12:30 p.m. (Spanish) 7 p.m. (Vigil) Creole: 9 a.m., 7 p.m. CHRISTMAS EVE Spanish: 12:30 p.m. CHRISTMAS EVE 5 p.m. (Children’s, English), 7 p.m. NEW YEAR’S 5:30 p.m. (Family), 10 p.m. (Sounds of (Spanish), midnight (Bilingual) TAMARAC 10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. (Spanish) NEW YEAR’S EVE the Season with San Pablo Choir starts at 5 p.m. (English), 7 p.m. (Creole and 9:30 p.m.) CHRISTMAS Woule Woch La) 8:30 a.m. (English), 10 a.m. (English), ■ St. Malachy CHRISTMAS NEW YEAR’S noon (Spanish) 6200 N. University Drive English: 8 a.m., 11 a.m.; Spanish: 1:30 954-726-1237 8 a.m. (English), 10 a.m. (Creole), NEW YEAR’S EVE 12:30 p.m. (Spanish) p.m. NEW YEAR’S EVE 5 p.m. (English), 7 p.m. (Spanish) RECONCILIATION 5:30 p.m. (Vigil) NEW YEAR’S Confessions: ■ St. Jerome 8:30 a.m. (English), 10 a.m. (English), Dec. 23, 11 a.m.-noon, 7p.m.-8 p.m. NEW YEAR’S Dec. 24, 11 a.m.-noon English: 8 a.m., 11 a.m.; Spanish: 1:30 noon (Spanish), 3 p.m. (French and Creole, 2533 S.W. 9th Ave. commemorating the independence of Dec. 31, 7 p.m.-8 p.m. 954-525-4133 p.m. Haiti) CHRISTMAS EVE 5:30 p.m., midnight RECONCILIATION 3460 Royal Road, Miami, FL 33133 Penance Service: Dec. 18, 7 p.m. MIAMI CHRISTMAS CHRISTMAS EVE PALMETTO BAY 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m., noon, Christmas EvE 5 p.m. (English). 7 p.m., (Indian - Sabi- 1:30 p.m. (Spanish), 3 p.m. (Creole) Malabar, Hall), 10:30 p.m. (Music), 11 ■ Holy Rosary-St. Richard Wednesday, Dec. 24 ■ St. Thomas the Apostle NEW YEAR’S EVE 5:30 p.m. Family Mass p.m. (Bilingual) 7377 S.W. 64th St. 7500 S.W. 152nd St. 7:30 p.m. CHRISTMAS www.stamiami.org www.hrsrchurch.org 10 p.m. Christmas Concert 9:30 a.m. (English), 11 a.m. (Chinese, 305-233-8711 NEW YEAR’S 11 p.m. Midnight Mass (Bilingual) Hall), 11:30 a.m. (Spanish) 305-665-5600 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m., noon, CHRISTMAS CONCERT 1:30 p.m. (Spanish), 3 p.m. (Creole) Christmas NEW YEAR’S EVE CHRISTMAS EVE 5 p.m. (English) Dec. 20, 7:30 p.m. 8 a.m., 4:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 25 8 p.m. (Spanish), midnight 9 a.m. Mass NEW YEAR’S CHRISTMAS EVE TAVERNIER 9:30 a.m. (English) 4 p.m., 6 p.m. (Spanish), midnight CHRISTMAS 10:30 a.m. Mass (Bilingual) 11:30 a.m. (Spanish) 8 a.m., 9:30 a.m., 11 a.m. (Spanish) ■ San Pedro 12:30 p.m. Misa CHRISTMAS NEW YEAR’S EVE 89500 Overseas Highway 5:30 p.m. Mass 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 8 a.m., 6 p.m., 7:30 p.m. (Spanish) 305-852-5372 NEw YEar’s Jan. 1 — 1 p.m. (Spanish) NEW YEAR’S The solemnity of NEW YEAR’S EVE 8 a.m., 9 a.m., 10:30 a.m. (Spanish) CHRISTMAS EVE Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015 5 p.m. Mary, the Holy 5:30 p.m. (Bilingual) Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God Mother of God, NEW YEAR’S CHRISTMAS 10:30 a.m. Mass 9 a.m., 11 a.m. is a holy day of 7:30 a.m., 9 a.m., 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m. Misa obligation. 1 p.m. (Spanish) 5:30 p.m. Mass December 2014 www.thefloridacatholic.org KIDS’ PAGE 9 We know about but what is a ave you ever noticed how a lot of ornaments on a Christmas tree have absolutely nothing to do with Christmas? Just because an ornament from the movie “Frozen” displays Elsa wearing a Santa hat, that doesn’t exactly make that ornament “Christmasy.” Same idea goes to ornaments for college football teams, motorcycles and teddy bears. One ancient tradition serves to tell the story of the Bible from creation to the Christmas story: the Jesse Tree. Dating back ? to the Middle Ages in Europe, a Jesse Tree derives its name from Jesse, the father of King David. (Jesus was a decendant of David.) God promised David that his kingdom would last forever. Two centuries after the death of King David, God spoke through the prophet Isaiah and said: “And there shall come forth a rod out of the stem of Jesse, and a branch shall grow out of his roots: and the spirit of the Lord shall rest upon him: the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and fortitude, the spirit of knowledge, and of the fear of the Lord.” (Isaiah 11:1-2)

A Jesse Tree is usually a branch or sapling that is decorated with illustrated ornaments that rep- resent the people, prophesies, and events leading up to the birth of Jesus. The ornaments of the Jesse Tree tell the story of God in the Old Testament, connecting the Advent season with the faithfulness of God across 4,000 years of history. Each symbol for the tree can be used as an ornament and corresponds with a biblical passage. For instance, one the first ornaments to put on the Jesse Tree could symbolize the first story of the Bible — creation as told in Genesis, Chapters 1-2. How does that relate to the birth of Christ? Well, when God created the world and people, God showed his wisdom and loving goodness, just as God did when Jesus was born. The first Jesse Trees weren’t actually trees, but large carvings, tapestries or even stained-glass windows put in Churches. They served a big purpose of telling the story of the Bible through pictures because there were many people who could not read and write. But now Jesse Trees are used as a kind of Advent calendar. You can use a normal Christmas tree or a banner in the shape of a tree. You can even make a tree out of wire or branches or even Legos. (Check out the art at right. A tree could just be bare branches). Each day through Advent or on just the four Sundays of Advent, a special decoration or ornament that tells a story from the Bible is hung on the tree. Below are just a few examples of some symbols and Bible passages to possibly make Jesse Tree ornaments from. When making them, use construction paper, clay, popsicle sticks or any craft item that you think will best make your own personal Jesse Tree. Story Symbol Bible verse • Adam and Eve Man and woman Genesis 2:4-24 • The fall of Adam and Eve Tree; apple Genesis 3 • Noah and the great flood Ark; dove; animals; rainbow Genesis 6-9 • The story of Abraham Sword; mountain; stars Genesis 12:2-3; 17:4-6 • Abraham and his son, Isaac Ram Genesis 22 • Jacob’s dream (son of Isaac) Ladder Genesis 28:10-22 • Joseph and his brothers Coat of many colors; sack of grain Genesis 37-45 • The birth of Moses and the story of the burning bush Baby in a basket, burning bush Exodus 1-6 • The Isrealites — Passover, Lamb Exodus 11-13 and journey to the sea, testing in the desert 14:1-15:21; 15:22-17:16 • The Ten Commandments Tablets Exodus 19-20 • Joshua and the fall of Jericho Ram’s horn or trumpet Joshua 6 • Samuel and the kingdom’s beginning Crown, lamp, temple 1 Samuel 3 and 10-12 1 Kings 3:2-14 • The story of David Shepherd’s crook or harp 1 Samuel 16-17; 24; 28 and 2 Samuel 5-6; 11-12; 19-24 • Gideon’s small army, unlikely victory Clay water pitcher Judges 6-8 • Elijah fights false gods Stone altar 1 Kings 17 and 18 • John the Baptist Scallop shell Matthew 3:1-12 • The Annunciation of Mary White lily Luke 1:26-38 • Mary visits Elizabeth Mother and child Luke 1:39-45 • Joseph: Be not afraid Carpenter’s square or hammer Matthew 1:18-25 • The Magi worship Jesus Star or candle Matthew 2:1-12 • The birth of Jesus Manger Luke 2:1-7 • Christ in the world Chi-Rho Matthew 1:1-25; John 1:3-4 Resources: www.loyolapress.com/the-jesse-tree.htm and www.catholicculture.org These are just a few examples of some of the Bible passages and symbols you can use on a Jesse Tree. When going online, you and your family could do an image search for “Jesse Tree ornaments” and see what kind of ideas pop up. 10 YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY Florida Catholic December 2014 YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY 11

MEET YOUR NEW CLASSIFIED DEACONS

ADS FLORIDA CATHOLIC STAFF Classified rates: $28 first four ‘God’s highway’ brings 13 MIAMI | Following are brief biogra- lines, $5 each additional line. phies of the 13 men who were ordained Discount on 3 or more runs. Dec. 6, as permanent deacons for the Add a photo for $25. Archdiocese of Miami.

Contact Susan Deacon Blaise Augustin at 1-888-275-9953 or A native of Haiti schronowski@ to permanent diaconate born in 1953, he has thefloridacatholic.org been married for 34 ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO years to Algalite Pros- of the Florida Catholic staff pere. They have a son, VACATION RENTALS two daughters and a N.C. GETAWAY, 2,000 SQ FT – Mtn. home w/ MIAMI | This is how an opera sing- granddaughter. He is two creeks, 3 BR/3Ba., cent. heat/AC, fireplace, er, a college football player and a cop a business owner and LR, fam. rm., laundry rm., satellite TV, fully fur- parishioner of St. Elizabeth of Hungary nished. $700/wk., most seasons. 727-376-1498. become permanent deacons: “God’s highway.” in Pompano Beach. At least that’s how Deacon Nestor FOR SALE Cardenas describes it. “(God) detours Deacon Néstor E. Cárdenas A COLLECTION OF SHORT STORIES by you so he can bring you to where he Born in Maracaibo, Lillian E. Martin – based widely on true oc- wants you to be.” Deacon Cardenas Venezuela, in 1955, currences and written from a Catholic per- is the opera singer who, along with he is married to Dulce. spective. Suitable for teenagers, young mar- He graduated from rieds, singles and the elderly. Great gift for 12 others, was ordained a permanent any occasion! $11. To place an order, call deacon for the Archdiocese of Miami Indiana University in 1 - 8 0 0 - 8 3 4 - 1 8 0 3 ; f a x 4 1 2 - 3 3 8 - 0 4 2 7 ; o r e m a i l Dec. 6. 1985 with an opera [email protected]. The ordination Mass packed all performers diploma. the pomp and ritual of Catholicism He is a voice teacher, — incense and chant, symbols and opera singer, stage director and choral conductor, and parishioner of St. Bo- silence — into two emotional hours, naventure in Davie. not just for those being ordained, but Auxiliary Bishop Peter Baldacchino for the nearly 1,200 family members, Deacon John A. Clarke friends and fellow parishioners who congratulates the newly ordained witnessed the ceremony. deacons. (MONICA LAUZURIQUE | FC) Born in Rio Piedras, All the new deacons are married, Puerto Rico, in 1977, and were accompanied by their wives, he is married to children and, in some cases, grand- Dawn, his high school children. The permanent diaconate sweetheart and is open to married men, but if they are also a graduate of Chaminade-Madonna Advertise in widowed they cannot remarry. Tran- College Preparatory in The newly ordained permanent deacons pose for their formal photograph in front of St. Mary Cathedral with sitional deacons are those who will go Hollywood. They have three sons and Florida Catholic’s Archbishop Thomas Wenski, Archbishop Emeritus John C. Favalora, Bishop and Auxiliary Bishop on to be ordained priests, and there- two daughters. He is a former police Catholic Schools Peter Baldacchino, Deacon Victor Pimentel, far left, archdiocesan director of the permanent diaconate, and Deacon fore cannot be married. officer, currently owner of a martial arts Frank Gonzalez, far right, assistant director of formation for the permanent diaconate. (ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO | FC) Week Special Deacon Cardenas’ journey began academy, and a parishioner of Nativity many years ago in his native Venezu- in Hollywood. ela. As a boy, he considered a vocation by way of Dulce to Nestor’s parents in in preparation for ordination as “the 7 years through 3 months. His wife, to the priesthood. But then he left the Venezuela. most wonderful time not only for him, Dawn, took up the offertory, carrying Deacon James T. Dugard Church, studied opera and traveled Eventually, she told Deacon Victor but for us as a couple. Just to see this, baby Willow. Publishes: Jan. 15 the world performing on stage. Pimentel, director of the permanent sitting here, I just cry.” Deacon Clarke now teaches martial Born in the Bronx, N.Y., in 1966, he is Deadline: Jan. 5 He did not even want to be married diaconate in the archdiocese, “I think The youngest member of the new arts. He said a near-death experience married to Alma Nelly in the Church, said his wife, Dulce, I overdid my prayer because now he class of deacons is John Clarke, a 1995 in 2004 convinced him, “It’s no longer and they have four Call Today! and did so only at her insistence. “I wants to become a deacon. graduate of Chaminade-Madonna I that lived, but Christ in me.” children. He graduated Jane Radetsky: 407-373-0085 prayed aloud for him to come back to “I know that his mom and his fa- College Preparatory and member of “I always thought it was something from St. Thomas Uni- [email protected] Church,” she recalled. ther — they passed away — would be Nativity Parish in Hollywood who I’d do later in my life,” he said of the Archbishop Emeritus John C. versity in 1987 with a Fax: 407-373-0087 He started attending Mass with her here today really happy for him and served as a police officer for 11 years. permanent diaconate. “But the call Favalora congratulates the newly bachelor’s in athletic a year after their wedding. In 1997 they for us,” Dulce said. She described the “Protecting, serving is who I am,” ordained deacons. (MONICA administration, and earned a master’s in relocated from Indiana, which had five years of discernment and study said Clarke, the father of five, ages PLEASE SEE DEACONS, 16 LAUZURIQUE | FC) (1995) and Doctor of Ministry been their home since 1982, to South (1999) from . He teaches Florida. He began to serve as an usher religion at Christopher Columbus High in their parish, St. Bonaventure in Da- School in Miami and is an adjunct vie. professor at Barry and St. Thomas. His One Christmas Eve, he told her that parish is St. Louis in Pinecrest. he wanted to go to confession, because he wanted to be able to receive Com- Deacon Santos Feliciano Next deadline: Jan. 5. munion. The good news traveled fast Born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, in 1956, Contact FYI he is married to Mila- gros Hernandez and Mike Carlock at The diaconate is the first of the holy they have two sons orders, followed by priesthood and and two daughters. He 1-888-275-9953 the episcopacy (becoming a bishop). is a graduate of Antil- or Directories@ Deacons are ordained for service at lean College in Puerto the altar and to the needy. They may Rico, a registered nurse working in the thefloridacatholic.org preach, baptize, witness marriages and intensive care unit at Larkin Hospital, lead funeral services, but cannot hear and a parishioner of St. Agatha in Ad sizes/prices: confessions, consecrate the Eucharist or Miami. anoint the sick. Most continue working $89 for 1.9”x2”, $178 for 32720-1218 full time at their careers while serving at Newly ordained Deacon Nestor Cardenas gets a hug from Mary DeNunzio, 1.9”x4” or 3.9”x2” a parish or ministry. Newly ordained Deacon John Clarke blesses his wife, Dawn, and their widow of Deacon Art DeNunzio, who also served at Deacon Cardenas’ PLEASE SEE BIOS, 16 3-month-old daughter, Willow. (MONICA LAUZURIQUE | FC) parish, St. Bonaventure Church in Davie. (ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO | FC) 10 YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY Florida Catholic December 2014 YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY 11

MEET YOUR NEW CLASSIFIED DEACONS

ADS FLORIDA CATHOLIC STAFF Classified rates: $28 first four ‘God’s highway’ brings 13 MIAMI | Following are brief biogra- lines, $5 each additional line. phies of the 13 men who were ordained Discount on 3 or more runs. Dec. 6, as permanent deacons for the Add a photo for $25. Archdiocese of Miami.

Contact Susan Deacon Blaise Augustin at 1-888-275-9953 or A native of Haiti schronowski@ to permanent diaconate born in 1953, he has thefloridacatholic.org been married for 34 ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO years to Algalite Pros- of the Florida Catholic staff pere. They have a son, VACATION RENTALS two daughters and a N.C. GETAWAY, 2,000 SQ FT – Mtn. home w/ MIAMI | This is how an opera sing- granddaughter. He is two creeks, 3 BR/3Ba., cent. heat/AC, fireplace, er, a college football player and a cop a business owner and LR, fam. rm., laundry rm., satellite TV, fully fur- parishioner of St. Elizabeth of Hungary nished. $700/wk., most seasons. 727-376-1498. become permanent deacons: “God’s highway.” in Pompano Beach. At least that’s how Deacon Nestor FOR SALE Cardenas describes it. “(God) detours Deacon Néstor E. Cárdenas A COLLECTION OF SHORT STORIES by you so he can bring you to where he Born in Maracaibo, Lillian E. Martin – based widely on true oc- wants you to be.” Deacon Cardenas Venezuela, in 1955, currences and written from a Catholic per- is the opera singer who, along with he is married to Dulce. spective. Suitable for teenagers, young mar- He graduated from rieds, singles and the elderly. Great gift for 12 others, was ordained a permanent any occasion! $11. To place an order, call deacon for the Archdiocese of Miami Indiana University in 1 - 8 0 0 - 8 3 4 - 1 8 0 3 ; f a x 4 1 2 - 3 3 8 - 0 4 2 7 ; o r e m a i l Dec. 6. 1985 with an opera [email protected]. The ordination Mass packed all performers diploma. the pomp and ritual of Catholicism He is a voice teacher, — incense and chant, symbols and opera singer, stage director and choral conductor, and parishioner of St. Bo- silence — into two emotional hours, naventure in Davie. not just for those being ordained, but Auxiliary Bishop Peter Baldacchino for the nearly 1,200 family members, Deacon John A. Clarke friends and fellow parishioners who congratulates the newly ordained witnessed the ceremony. deacons. (MONICA LAUZURIQUE | FC) Born in Rio Piedras, All the new deacons are married, Puerto Rico, in 1977, and were accompanied by their wives, he is married to children and, in some cases, grand- Dawn, his high school children. The permanent diaconate sweetheart and is open to married men, but if they are also a graduate of Chaminade-Madonna Advertise in widowed they cannot remarry. Tran- College Preparatory in The newly ordained permanent deacons pose for their formal photograph in front of St. Mary Cathedral with sitional deacons are those who will go Hollywood. They have three sons and Florida Catholic’s Archbishop Thomas Wenski, Archbishop Emeritus John C. Favalora, Bishop Fernando Isern and Auxiliary Bishop on to be ordained priests, and there- two daughters. He is a former police Catholic Schools Peter Baldacchino, Deacon Victor Pimentel, far left, archdiocesan director of the permanent diaconate, and Deacon fore cannot be married. officer, currently owner of a martial arts Frank Gonzalez, far right, assistant director of formation for the permanent diaconate. (ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO | FC) Week Special Deacon Cardenas’ journey began academy, and a parishioner of Nativity many years ago in his native Venezu- in Hollywood. ela. As a boy, he considered a vocation by way of Dulce to Nestor’s parents in in preparation for ordination as “the 7 years through 3 months. His wife, to the priesthood. But then he left the Venezuela. most wonderful time not only for him, Dawn, took up the offertory, carrying Deacon James T. Dugard Church, studied opera and traveled Eventually, she told Deacon Victor but for us as a couple. Just to see this, baby Willow. Publishes: Jan. 15 the world performing on stage. Pimentel, director of the permanent sitting here, I just cry.” Deacon Clarke now teaches martial Born in the Bronx, N.Y., in 1966, he is Deadline: Jan. 5 He did not even want to be married diaconate in the archdiocese, “I think The youngest member of the new arts. He said a near-death experience married to Alma Nelly in the Church, said his wife, Dulce, I overdid my prayer because now he class of deacons is John Clarke, a 1995 in 2004 convinced him, “It’s no longer and they have four Call Today! and did so only at her insistence. “I wants to become a deacon. graduate of Chaminade-Madonna I that lived, but Christ in me.” children. He graduated Jane Radetsky: 407-373-0085 prayed aloud for him to come back to “I know that his mom and his fa- College Preparatory and member of “I always thought it was something from St. Thomas Uni- [email protected] Church,” she recalled. ther — they passed away — would be Nativity Parish in Hollywood who I’d do later in my life,” he said of the Archbishop Emeritus John C. versity in 1987 with a Fax: 407-373-0087 He started attending Mass with her here today really happy for him and served as a police officer for 11 years. permanent diaconate. “But the call Favalora congratulates the newly bachelor’s in athletic a year after their wedding. In 1997 they for us,” Dulce said. She described the “Protecting, serving is who I am,” ordained deacons. (MONICA administration, and earned a master’s in relocated from Indiana, which had five years of discernment and study said Clarke, the father of five, ages PLEASE SEE DEACONS, 16 LAUZURIQUE | FC) theology (1995) and Doctor of Ministry been their home since 1982, to South (1999) from Barry University. He teaches Florida. He began to serve as an usher religion at Christopher Columbus High in their parish, St. Bonaventure in Da- School in Miami and is an adjunct vie. professor at Barry and St. Thomas. His One Christmas Eve, he told her that parish is St. Louis in Pinecrest. he wanted to go to confession, because he wanted to be able to receive Com- Deacon Santos Feliciano Next deadline: Jan. 5. munion. The good news traveled fast Born in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico, in 1956, Contact FYI he is married to Mila- gros Hernandez and Mike Carlock at The diaconate is the first of the holy they have two sons orders, followed by priesthood and and two daughters. He 1-888-275-9953 the episcopacy (becoming a bishop). is a graduate of Antil- or Directories@ Deacons are ordained for service at lean College in Puerto the altar and to the needy. They may Rico, a registered nurse working in the thefloridacatholic.org preach, baptize, witness marriages and intensive care unit at Larkin Hospital, lead funeral services, but cannot hear and a parishioner of St. Agatha in Ad sizes/prices: confessions, consecrate the Eucharist or Miami. anoint the sick. Most continue working $89 for 1.9”x2”, $178 for 32720-1218 full time at their careers while serving at Newly ordained Deacon Nestor Cardenas gets a hug from Mary DeNunzio, 1.9”x4” or 3.9”x2” a parish or ministry. Newly ordained Deacon John Clarke blesses his wife, Dawn, and their widow of Deacon Art DeNunzio, who also served at Deacon Cardenas’ PLEASE SEE BIOS, 16 3-month-old daughter, Willow. (MONICA LAUZURIQUE | FC) parish, St. Bonaventure Church in Davie. (ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO | FC) 12 ADVERTISEMENT Florida Catholic December 2014 32731-1218 December 2014 www.thefloridacatholic.org YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY 13 A spiritual home in SoBe Known for hospitality in tourist mecca, St. Francis de Sales Parish marks 50th anniversary

MARLENE QUARONI Florida Catholic correspondent

MIAMI BEACH | St. Francis de Sales Church lies on the corner of Lenox Avenue and Sixth Street, in the heart of South Beach or SoBe, a destination known worldwide for Maria Simosa and her son, Rafael Simosa, pose for a photo with Mariachis entertain parishioners Nov. 30 at a reception following the sun, fun and glamour. Archbishop Thomas Wenski after they and other family members 50th anniversary Mass for St. Francis de Sales Church. “Many wedding couples choose gave the archbishop statues of Venezuelan patrons Our Lady of our church because of its locale,” Chiquinquira and Our Lady of Coromoto. said Father Gabriel Vigues, pastor, after the 50th anniversary Mass for In 2007, the church underwent the words “50th anniversary, 1964- the parish. “There’s an abundance a renovation, including air-con- 2014.” The archbishop wore a new of nearby places for a reception.” ditioning repairs, a new altar and miter imported from Italy that St. The church, built in 1940, started crucifix imported from Italy, a ramp Francis de Sales parishioners gave out as a mission chapel of St. Patrick for the handicapped and for funer- him on the occasion of their golden Parish, which is three miles to the als, impact-resistant stained-glass anniversary. north. In June 1964, then-Bishop windows, a round stained-glass Members of the Simosa family, Coleman Carroll established St. window with an image of the Sa- originally from Venezuela, gave the Francis de Sales Parish. cred Heart in the back of the church archbishop statues of two Venezu- Posters at a reception following building, and a refurbished parking elan saints, Our Lady of Chiquin- the anniversary Mass Nov. 30 dis- lot. quira and Our Lady of Coromoto. played significant statistics for sac- At the anniversary Mass, Arch- “We are very happy to be involved in raments performed in the parish: bishop Thomas Wenski blessed a the church,” said Valentina Simosa. Exterior view of St. Francis de Sales Church which is celebrating its 6,520 baptisms, 1,988 first Commu- new stained-glass window in the “We’ve been living in Miami Beach 50th anniversary as a parish. (PHOTOS BY MARLENE QUARONI | FC) nions, 976 confirmations and 2,141 church vestibule which features an for three years and appreciate the weddings. image of St. Francis de Sales and hospitality of St. Francis de Sales.” Guillermo Cancio, lector and helped with my tuition at St. Patrick “We have a tight-knit community catechist, has been part of the St. School and at Curley High School.” of parishioners as well as vacation- Francis de Sales community since Although Cancio has moved to ers,” said Father Vigues. he was an infant in 1963. “I was Westchester with his wife and three born and raised on Miami Beach,” children, he still travels to St. Fran- he said. “My father passed away in cis de Sales Church for Mass. 1965. The church has helped me “This will always be my home financially and spiritually. They parish,” he said. n

MASPONS FUNERAL HOMES Services and people you can count on

Complete At-Need Funeral Services to fi t your needs and budget Cremation Our own crematory on premises Miami Beach City Commissioner Joy Malakoff presents Father Gabriel Vigues, pastor, with a proclamation naming Nov. 30, 2014, as St. Pre-Need Services Francis de Sales Church Day on Miami Beach. Services to meet your budget,100% refundable for any reason

New stained-glass window of St. We pride ourselves in providing Francis de Sales at his namesake the best service at the lowest rate. parish in South Beach. Contact us at: 305 461 5070

MASPONS FUNERAL HOMES A family tradition for four generations Miami-Coral Gables Westchester 32477-1218 30342-1218 30536-1218 3500 SW 8th St. 7895 SW 40th St. MASPONS Funeral director: Eric Maspons-Rivero 14 YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY Florida Catholic December 2014

ADVENT mal dedication Dec. 13 of their new church space — previously known FROM 8 as St. Charles Borromeo Church. (See story at www.miamiarch.org.) pleasure or success, but from inter- On Christmas Day, more than nal peace and a personal conscience 1,500 people are expected for an af- that is struggling but successful in ternoon Mass followed by a concert our relationship with self, others celebration with ethnic food and and God,” Brother Gonzalez said, Vietnamese music, according to Fa- adding that some 80 students at Co- ther Joseph Long Nguyen, adminis- lumbus are members of the Knights’ trator of the mission. Squires. “Christmas is very important From balmy Key West to the for Vietnamese as we celebrate the northernmost corners of Broward birth of Jesus as Catholics,” Father County, parishes and Catholic Nguyen said, “but also it is a time groups were busy with Advent ritu- for Vietnamese community here als, gestures and spiritual prepara- to gather together. After a year of tion for welcoming Christ into their working hard and coming to Sun- hearts and spreading “peace and day Mass, this is a time to come good will.” enjoy food and entertainment, and In Hallandale Beach, members gather as people to enjoy the birth of of St. Matthew Parish carried on the Christ.” work of Betty Dadio, a past member Vietnamese music, the priest and volunteer who was a driving added, is important for immigrants force behind the Adopt a Family to connect with. “When people lis- program leading up to Thanksgiv- ten to those songs they remember ing and Christmas. the past and some people are cry- Dadio died five years ago, but pa- ing, some are joyful,” he said. rishioners still get together to share Respect life ministries in the their material blessings and time Father Michael Davis, Little Flower pastor, uncovers a figure of Baby Jesus during the blessing and dedication archdiocese got a boost when the with local families who register for of the life-size Nativity scene on display outside the Coral Gables church. (MARLENE QUARONI | FC) parish women’s guild at St. John the free meals during the holidays. Even Baptist in Fort Lauderdale gathered a vice mayor of Hallandale regularly St. Matthew also reintroduced a of Las Posadas, a nine-day celebra- something else,” Cardona said. for their annual Christ Child Tea contributes turkeys to the program, successful Christmas concert pro- tion of singing hymns and praying In Key West, a place that might Dec. 10, a holiday event which mem- according to Maria Collins, parish- gram in Spanish and English with in front of the Nativity in private not conjure up images of Christmas bers say has been an annual tradi- ioner. vocalist Dora Cardona, parish di- homes during the week leading up for some, students and parishioners tion for the guild since the 1960s. “This makes us reunited in one rector of music and a student of mu- to Christmas. of the Basilica of St. Mary, Star of More than 100 members and guests family with God. We are all doing sic at Florida Atlantic University. At St. Matthew, Cardona and lo- the Sea know differently. Nothing celebrate over breakfast at a pri- something to help others in need so “Christmas without music? cal tenor Franco Londono offered brings out the small-town holiday vate home during the event, which that they wake up and have some- That’s impossible,” said Cardona. a concert of popular Christmas spirit like the Key West Christmas comes on the heels of the parish hol- thing under their Christmas tree,” “Music brings me closer to prayer, to medleys and sing-alongs Dec. 19, parade, according to Father John iday bazaar and bake sale, another said Collins, who is also in charge that communion with God. It fosters with special emphasis on children, Baker, pastor. The school’s students holiday fundraiser. of making sandwiches at the parish that relationship and it is easier for who were admitted to the show for had a float in the Dec. 6 event, and “This is one of our biggest events for the monthly Broward outreach people to make a connection spiri- free. Cardona added that children the parish is renting out a high of the year, and every year we des- program. About 50 local families tually with the help of music.” ought to be exposed to good music school hall for this year’s children’s ignate a recipient, which is the re- register for Adopt a Family meals Raised in a family of musicians in at a young age. “There is so much Christmas pageant. spect life program locally,” said Jane each Thanksgiving and Christmas, Colombia, Cardona said her family garbage and violent music out there “We are also having a lot of faith- Czubay, chairwoman of the event she added. kept the Latin American tradition that (children) need to know there is formation programing, opportu- and vice president of the parish nities for reflection and a penance women’s guild. “We want them to service. We are able to rid ourselves have a good time. This is our means from those things that are impeding of providing the social aspect and us from moving forward with joy with an element of charity — a and to move in freedom to experi- chance for a gathering and support- ence the hospitality of the season,” ing respect life.” Father Baker said. In Coral Gables, the large Nativity With some 12 percent of the Keys display in front of Church of the Lit- population living below the poverty tle Flower is a life-size reminder of level, and several times as many the real reason for the season. Help- just barely surviving financially, the ing the promotion is the fact that the parish supports a soup kitchen and historic church is a stop on one of a parish outreach, and takes part in the commercially operated tourism a “giving tree” toy program in con- tram tours through the neighbor- junction with community agencies. hood. Even the locally incarcerated will “Symbolism goes a long way in be remembered this holiday season helping people rally around a parish with parishioner gift bags for the lo- identity,” said Father Michael Davis, cal jail. pastor of Little Flower. “As opposed to major population He referred to Pope Francis’ ex- centers, we don’t have the govern- ample of “going out” to meet the ment social infrastructure that oth- world, and not waiting for people er places offer for people in need, so to come to church. “What about we understand we need to take care the folks that are the drive-bys who of each other,” Father Baker said. never come into church? Part of the “That has always been the tradition challenge is to get people from the here, and the week after Christmas outside (to come) inside,” Father is always wonderful in Key West, Davis said. with concerts and performances A Nativity is one of many “touch- leading up to New Year’s.” es of religiosity” that can be put on For those who are far from home, public display, he added, to reach

33008-1218 including immigrants from Viet- out to those on the peripheries, as nam, Our Lady of La Vang Vietnam- the pope said, and invite them to ese Mission in Hallandale had a spe- come inside. n cial reason to celebrate, with the for- December 2014 www.thefloridacatholic.org YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY 15 Oasis for immigrants not afford to send all nine of their The bilingual diamond jubilee Former Sts. At 75, Sts. Peter children to Catholic school, Msgr. Mass, celebrated Nov. 29 by Arch- Peter and Paul Walsh found a way to help them. If bishop Thomas Wenski, reflected teacher Sister and Paul Parish a child was deprived of anything, he the demographic changes of the Mary Kuester, would make sure they experienced parish community. Fifty — let alone right, exchanges continues tradition the same blessings as all the other 75 — years ago, salsa-infused hymns a Sign of Peace children — even if it meant taking were unheard of, and Spanish- with school alumna Sister of ‘open arms to money out of his own pocket. language Masses took place in the Rosa Lopez, now everyone’ Teachers also ensured the same school auditorium while English- also a member level of education for the incom- language Mass was celebrated in the of her religious BLANCA MORALES ing students by teaching a second church. The “Anglo” priests would community. session. Most teachers even found then be baffled when their Cuban Florida Catholic correspondent (MONICA themselves having to learn Spanish parishioners loitered after Mass. LAUZURIQUE | FC) in order to reach out to the grow- “That was our social life, our time MIAMI | A lot can change in ing student body. One of them was of fellowship,” said Roberto Hernan- three-quarters of a century. But as Sister Margaret Mary Lyons, who dez, a parishioner for 47 years. Like and school of prayer.” Though she has seen many Sts. Peter and Paul Parish celebrat- carried a list of essential vocabulary many of his contemporaries, Her- “This parish is an oasis for God’s changes at Sts. Peter and Paul, Mo- ed its 75th anniversary this month, words during her second shift. nandez has seen his children and people,” said Archbishop Wenski. rales said she relishes that which has parishioners and school staff noted Their effort was duly noted — so grandchildren attend the parochial “This is what Sts. Peter and Paul Par- not changed: “Love, hope and that that the parish’s spirit of service and much so that it inspired Lopez to school and become active members ish has meant to its parishioners for welcoming spirit that has opened its community have not diminished. join the order. Upon her return to of the parish. 75 years.” arms to everyone.” n When the parish was founded in school grounds for the anniversary The after-Mass social hour also December 1938, its founding pas- Mass, Sister Lopez noted that every- paved the way for Hispanic min- tor, Father Robert Brennan, set out thing looked exactly the same as she istries in the parish. The Cursillo to build a community of faith. He remembered — even the cafeteria movement became one of the first T he biOgRAphY of could not foresee the changes that tables had not changed. The sisters ministries to foster community would occur less than 25 years later, taught at the school until 1991. Their among Hispanics, though one of its when thousands of Cuban families successors are laypeople, many of participants was a “Spanish-speak- MARiA espeRAnZA began arriving in South Florida. whom are alumni and parishioners. ing gringo” seminarian named The church’s pastor at the time, Cafeteria tables aside, changes Thomas Wenski. and the gRACe OF beTAniA Msgr. Bryan Walsh, who is consid- have taken place at Sts. Peter and The parish today welcomes peo- ered the spiritual father of the ex- Paul School, including the use of the ple from all corners of the globe, not iles, extended a welcome to those latest technology. Current pastor Fa- just Cubans but also Latin Ameri- who fled the tempests of communist ther Juan Lopez credits the school’s cans and immigrants from Europe Cuba. He urged the parish school, principal, Carlota Morales, who and Africa. which was then staffed by the Sis- began as a teacher at the school in “We might travel on rough seas, ters of St. Joseph, to find desks to ac- 1968, for leading the school in aca- but we are not adrift,” the archbish- commodate the new students, who demic advancement. op said in his homily. He explained would in time grow up to become Yet she believes in keeping tradi- the literal meaning of the word “par- dedicated members of the Sts. Peter tion alive. “We cannot build a future ish”: “a sojourn in a foreign land, or and Paul community. without looking to the past,” said a community of sojourners.” And he One of them was Rosa Lopez. Morales, who is the school’s first lay reminded those present that a par- Even though her family could principal. ish should be a “community of love

Be one of the first to receive a copy!

AvAilAble in english And spAnish

discount price: $9 + shipping (order by 12/31/14) Regular price: $14.95 + shipping Order online at www.betania2.org or call 508-533-5377

Wholesale orders: [email protected] 33006-1218 Posing for a photo after the Mass at Sts. Peter and Paul are, from left, Sister Margaret Mary Lyons, a former teacher at Sts. Peter and Paul School; Carlota Morales, current principal; Sister Mary Kuester, also a former teacher at the school; Father Juan Lopez, pastor; Father Jose Alvarez, who is both an alumnus (All proceeds benefit Mary Mother Reconciler Foundation) and former teacher at the school; and Sister Rosa Lopez, a graduate of the school who entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of St. Augustine after graduation. (PHOTOS BY MONICA LAUZURIQUE | FC) 16 YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY Florida Catholic December 2014

MEET YOUR NEW DEACONS

BIOS, FROM 11

Deacon José Felipe Gomez Deacon Alfredo J. Valle Born in Maniza- Born in Granada, les, Colombia, in Nicaragua, in 1975, 1955, he is married he is married to to Elizabeth and Otilia and they have they have two two daughters and daughters. He a son. He earned a graduated from the bachelor’s degree in Universidad Nacio- computer engineer- nal de Colombia ing from FIU in 2006 and is a parish- with a bachelor’s in industrial engi- ioner of St. John Bosco in Miami. neering and holds a master’s degree in management from Polytechnic Deacon Mark P. Westman University of New York. He works as Born in Char- an analyst in the logistics department lottesville, Va., in of Independent Purchasing Coopera- 1958, he is married tive and is a parishioner of St. John to Ileana and they Neumann in Miami. have a son and a daughter. A 1976 Deacon Juan E. Gonzalez Candidates for ordination stand after responding “present” to the call. From left are Juan Gonzalez, graduate of South Javier Inda, Hector Norat, Blaise Augustin, Nestor Cardenas and John Clarke. (ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO | FC) Born in in Miami Senior High 1968, he is married School, he earned a bachelor’s degree to Lizbel and they in business management from the DEACONS have a son and two University of Oklahoma (1980) and daughters. He earned a master’s degree in telecommu- FROM 11 degrees in nursing as nications management from Barry well as a doctorate University (1989). He is a parishioner came early.” from Barry University, of St. Louis in Pinecrest. For Deacon Blaise Augustin, works as a nurse anesthetist, and is the diaconate means doing more a professor at Florida International Deacon Carlos Adrián Zapatero of the same. Husband to Algalite, University. He is a parishioner of Our Born in Buenos he was instrumental in building Lady of the Lakes in Miami Lakes. Aires in 1964, he is up the community at St. Joseph married to Patricia Haitian Mission in Pompano Deacon Javier Inda and they have one Beach. He has been involved in Born in Matanzas, daughter and one Church ministry “since he was a Cuba, in 1962, he son. He is a patent boy” in his native Haiti. is married to Eradis and trademark agent Another new deacon who has and they have two and parishioner of been involved in ministry all his daughters, a son and Holy Rosary-St. Richard in Palmetto life is Argentina native Adrian one granddaughter. Bay. Zapatero. He met his wife, Pa- He is a business tricia, through Church ministry. Deacon Alfredo Valle of St. John Bosco blesses his wife, Otilia, and administrator and a Appointments: She is a convert from Judaism their 1-month old daughter, Breana. (MONICA LAUZURIQUE | FC) certified licensed construction busi- Archbishop Thomas Wenski has who wound up as vice president ness trade agent. He is a parishioner of Catholic Action in the Archdi- and it continued from there in of Blessed Trinity in Miami Springs. made the following appointments: ocese of Buenos Aires, and now Oklahoma,” he said. He played promotes it in the U.S. center for the University of Okla- Deacon Hector A. Norat Effective Dec. 6: Deacon Blaise Augustin to St. Patricia said her husband homa football team, under quar- Born in Havana in Elizabeth of Hungary, Pompano Beach. toyed with the priesthood as a terback and later Congressman 1966, he is married Deacon Nestor Cardenas to St. young man and always retained J.C. Watts. to Fatima and they Bonaventure, Davie. “a vocation to serve the Church Raised Methodist, Deacon have a daughter and Deacon John Armando Clarke to as more than a layman.” Even- Westman converted to Catholi- a son. He is an ac- tually, his work as a patent and cism after marrying his wife, Il- count executive for a St. Mary Magdalen, Sunny Isles Beach; and Respect Life Office, Broward. trademark agent brought the eana. He credits his involvement customs brokers firm family to Miami, where they in the Emmaus group at their and a parishioner of Deacon James Thomas Dugard St. Agatha in Miami. to St. Louis, Pinecrest; and Respect Life are members of Holy Rosary-St. parish, St. Louis in Pinecrest, for Office, Dade. Richard Parish in Palmetto Bay. revealing “a very strong calling “We asked ourselves many and development of the faith.” Deacon José Antonio Santos Jr. Deacon Santos Feliciano to St. Agatha, Miami. times why the Lord took us out of Adding to his joy is the fact Born in Havana in (the life) we had built (in Buenos that he has been assigned as a 1959, he is married Deacon Jose Felipe Gomez to St. Aires),” Patricia said. “And now deacon at St. Augustine Parish to Marlene and they John Neumann, Miami. we know what for.” in Coral Gables, where there is have three sons. He Deacon Juan Enrique Gonzalez to Deacon Zapatero is the first a possibility he could serve as graduated from the Our Lady of the Lakes, Miami Lakes. Argentine to be ordained a dea- chaplain for the University of Archbishop Thomas Wenski University of Miami Deacon Javier Inda to Blessed Trin- con for the archdiocese, said Miami athletic department. School of Business ity, Miami Springs. ordains Deacon Juan Gonzalez. in 1981 with a Deacon Pimentel, and as such (ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO | FC) “The athletes these days need Deacon Hector Agustin Norat to bachelor’s degree in has sort of a connection in a lot of faith,” Deacon Westman St. Agatha, Miami. business administration, and from the Rome: “His cardinal is now the the pope.” said, stressing “the need for School of Law in 1984. He works as Deacon Jose Antonio Santos Jr. to pope.” Pope Francis is the same per- evangelization through our ath- an attorney concentrating in informa- St. Patrick, Miami Beach. Indeed, Patricia Zapatero re- son he was when he was arch- letic teams.” tion technology and is a visiting Deacon Alfredo Jose Valle to St. calls being present at the epis- bishop of Buenos Aires, she add- Then he added, giving voice professor at FIU’s College of Law. He John Bosco, Miami. copal ordination of Father Jorge ed, “only he smiles more now.” to the desire of the entire new is a parishioner of St. Patrick in Miami Deacon Mark Phillip Westman to Bergoglio in Buenos Aires. It was Deacon Mark Westman traces class of deacons, “I’m a servant Beach. St. Augustine Parish and Catholic Student a double ordination, and “about his journey toward ordination of Christ. I’m ready to go to Center. 90 percent of the people were back to high school, when he work.” n Deacon Carlos Adrian Zapatero to there for the other bishop,” she joined the Fellowship of Chris- Holy Rosary-St. Richard, Palmetto Bay. said. “We asked ourselves, who tian Athletes while playing See brief biographies of each of the is that little guy next to Raúl (the football for South Miami Senior new permanent deacons on Page late Bishop Raúl Rossi of Corri- High. 11 and this page. Find their official entes). And he wound up being “That’s where I found Christ, assignments at left. December 2014 www.thefloridacatholic.org YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY 17

NEWSbriefs parish groups, an archdiocesan rán por el Día de Reyes. La entrega 12:30 p.m. and 7-9:30 p.m., in Eng- the premarital inventory. For new Youth Ministry group will be going as well, so that tendrá lugar el 3 de enero en Radio lish and Spanish. facilitators, the training will take planning slew even parishes with only one or two Paz, 1779 N.W. 28 St., Miami, y el • Tuesday, Jan. 6, Immaculate place Jan. 17 or March 21 from 10 young adult pilgrims can partici- 4 de enero en St. Martin de Porres, Conception in Hialeah, 10 a.m.- a.m. to 5 p.m. Experienced facilita- of events pate. 14881 S.W. 288 St., Homestead. Pue- 12:30 p.m. and 7-9:30 p.m., in Eng- tors can attend trainings Feb. 17, The newly reopened archdioce- • The first in a series of quarterly den llevar los juguetes a todas las lish and Spanish. April 14 or May 5 from 7:30 to 9:30 san Office of Youth and Young Adult gatherings for those who work in tiendas Navarro de Miami-Dade y • Wednesday, Jan. 7, Our Lady p.m. The webinars allow partici- Ministry will be hosting a number youth ministry have been sched- depositarlos en las cajas que están Queen of Heaven in Fort Lauder- pants to ask questions and interact of gatherings for those who work in uled for January and February 2015 para recibirlos. Para más infor- dale, 7-9:30 p.m., in English and via live chat with the instructors. youth ministry in the parishes, as in each of the deaneries, or geo- mación, llamar al 305-474-9010. Spanish. The training is free, but materials well as planning the archdiocesan graphical regions, of the archdio- • Thursday, Jan. 8, St. Louis Par- must be purchased for $39.50 plus pilgrimage to Krakow, , for cese. The meetings will take place TV Mass airing ish in Pinecrest, 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m., shipping. For more information, World Youth Day 2016. Here are from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the following in English and Spanish; and St. contact Marta Vargas in the Of- some of the upcoming events: days: Jan. 6 for Northeast Dade; Jan. at earlier time Augustine in Coral Gables, 7-9:30 fice of Marriage and Family Life at • Travel details for the World 7 for South Dade; Jan. 8 for South The televised Masses airing p.m., in English and Spanish. [email protected]; or regis- Youth Day pilgrimage are now Broward; Jan. 15 for Northwest Sunday mornings on ION-Chan- • Friday, Jan. 9, 10 a.m.-12:30 ter directly at [email protected], or available on the archdiocesan web- Dade; Jan. 27 for Northeast Bro- nel 35 will move to a new time p.m., Archdiocesan Pastoral Cen- 320-252-4721. site under the Youth and Young ward; Feb. 10 for West Dade; Feb. slot, 6:30 a.m., beginning Sunday, ter in Miami Shores in Spanish, Adult Ministry tab. In addition to 11 for East Dade; and Feb. 19 for Jan. 4. This weekly TV Mass serves and St. Martha Parish hall in Eng- New evangelization Northwest Broward. homebound and other Catholics lish; 7-9:30 p.m., St. Boniface in • The first archdiocesan training unable to participate in a par- Pembroke Pines in Spanish, and director to speak for all those who work with youths, ish liturgy. Cable viewers should St. Bartholomew in Miramar in in Miami Obituary whether staff or volunteers, will check TV listings for WPXM (ION). English. take place Saturday, Feb. 7, begin- On satellite, ION can be seen on • Saturday, Jan. 10, St. Thomas The Ramón Pané Foundation ning at 9 a.m. and concluding with channel 216 or 305. For viewers University in Miami Gardens, 10 has invited Archbishop Octavio Deacon 5 p.m. Mass. “Youth Ministry 101” who need flexibility, Heart of the a.m.-12:30 p.m., and 2-4:30 p.m., in Ruiz Arenas, secretary of the Pon- will be held at the archdiocesan Nation provides streaming video English and Spanish. tifical Council for the Promotion of Pastoral Center, 9401 Biscayne of its weekly Sunday Mass online • Sunday, Jan. 11, Immaculata- the New Evangelization, to deliver Nicholas Blvd., Miami Shores. Registration at www.HeartoftheNation.org; and La Salle High School in Miami, two lectures in Spanish on the top- fee of $30 covers all meals and ma- the Masses also can be accessed 12-2:30 p.m., in English, and a 3:14- ic of the new evangelization and terials; early bird discount of $5 if through the archdiocesan website, 5:45 p.m. webinar in Spanish. “Evangellii Gaudium.” The first Costea, 93 registered by Jan. 17; cost is $20/ www.miamiarch.org, keyword TV For more information, call the lecture will take place Wednesday, person for parishes who register Mass. Office of Evangelization and Par- Feb. 4, 10 a.m.-noon, at the South- three or more participants before ish Life at 305-762-1127. East Pastoral Institute (SEPI), 7700 At St. Malachy, ‘he Jan. 17. Why Catholic? S.W. 56 St., Miami. This lecture is For more information on all Training days set Fully Engaged for clergy and religious. On Thurs- did everything a these activities, call Rosemarie day, Feb. 5, 7 p.m., he will speak Banich at 305-762-1189 or email Dates for the second training training offered at the chapel of Corpus Christi deacon could do, [email protected]. session for Why Catholic?/Por Qué via webinar Church, 3220 N.W. Seventh Ave., Ser Católico leaders have been set. Miami, regarding “Catechesis and and more’ Join Filipinos for They are as follows: Fully Engaged is offering Web- Reality Augmented by Pictorial • Monday, Jan. 5, Our Lady of based trainings in English for both Art.” This lecture is for anyone in- TAMARAC | Deacon Nicholas Simbang Gabi Lourdes Parish in Miami, 10 a.m.- new and experienced facilitators of terested in the topic. Costea had no biological children, The Filipino Apostolate of the but he guided the Lord’s children Archdiocese of Miami will con- as best he could. The 93-year-old, clude its traditional Simbang Gabi who served for nearly 25 years at St. novena of Masses leading up to Malachy Parish in Tamarac, died Christmas on Dec. 23, 7 p.m., at 10-Day Saints of Spain Dec. 6. Our Lady of the Lakes Parish, He had been battling Alzheim- 15801 N.W. 67 Ave., Miami Lakes. er’s, and though he had not been Archbishop Thomas Wenski will able to serve as he used to, Father be the celebrant. This year, the Pilgrimage Dominick O’Dwyer, pastor of St. theme is “The Christian Family: Malachy, remembers all the time Hope of the New Evangelization.” that Deacon Costea dedicated to Visit www.filipinoapostolate.org. Celebrating the 500 Anniversary of the community. June “He did baptisms, wakes, he gave Toys needed Teresa of Avila and following The Way to Communion and he visited nursing Santiago de Compostela (St. James). homes. He was at the initiation of for kids 11–21 No tour offers such meaning and value. our perpetual adoration chapel. He The Society of St. Vincent de did everything a deacon could do, Paul is seeking donations of toys Experience Spain in a way that is not possible on your own. and more,” Father O’Dwyer said. for needy children. The toys will Deacon Costea was born June 16, be given out Jan. 3 at the studios of Father Hoyer 1921, in Minerva, Ohio. During his Radio Paz, 1779 N.W. 28 St., Miami, life, he was greatly devoted to the and Jan. 4 at St. Martin de Porres Sacred Heart of Jesus and Immacu- Parish, 14881 S.W. 288 St., Home- late Heart of Mary. He was married stead. Toys can be dropped off at for over 50 years to his wife, Tillie, specially marked boxes in all Na- Toledo, Ancient Capital of Spain, St. Ignatius of Loyola, Conversion Chapel, Zaragoza, Virgin who died a few years ago. He was varro Pharmacies in Miami. For Tour del Pilar, Castle of Javier, St. Francisco Javier, Madrid, Salamanca and Alcazar, Burgos and ordained for service in the Arch- more information, call 305-474- HigHligHts Cathedral, San Sebastian’s fishing coastal village, Monasterio de la Encarnacion in Avila. diocese of Miami on May 14, 1988. 9010. Daily Masses in the company of two priests, Round-trip airfare on regularly scheduled flights, Superior and first class Aside from his service at St. Mala- hotels with private bath, Expert tour guides and deluxe bus driver services, Breakfast and dinner daily, Comprehensive chy, he also worked for many years Se buscan juguetes sightseeing program, All entrance fees, local taxes all inclusive, With company of a great group of people. with the Archdiocesan Detention Ministry. para niños Cost: $3,989 all inclusive per person, double occupancy, based on the airline availability and the airline current estimate of fuel charges and taxes and subject to currency fluxuations. After a funeral Mass Dec. 12 at necesitados St. Malachy, Deacon Costea was buried alongside his wife at Our La Sociedad de San Vicente de For information and complete itinerary: 32668-1218 Lady Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Paul está recaudando juguetes para Altura Tours • Tour Directors: 1-800-242-4122 Father Hoyer • St. Gregory the Great: 954-854-0079 North Lauderdale. n los niños necesitados, que entrega- 18 YOUR MIAMI COMMUNITY Florida Catholic December 2014

Armstrong, Friday, Jan. 30, 7:30 • Miércoles, 14 de enero, 7 San Pedro Center, 2400 Dike St. Brendan Elementary, COMMUNITY p.m., featuring Troy Anderson p.m., San Isidro, 2310 Martin Road, Winter Park. Diocese- 8725 S.W. 32 St., Miami. EVENTS and the Wonderful World Band. Luther King Blvd., Pompano sponsored program for couples [email protected], Chanticleer: An Orchestra Beach in struggling relationships who 305-221-2722: Ladies’ tea with Leah of Voices, Tuesday, Jan. 20, • Miércoles, 25 de febrero, 7 want to save their marriages. • Entrance exam, Saturday, Darrow, Sunday, Jan. 11, 11 7:30 p.m., Epiphany, 8235 S.W. p.m., Immaculate Conception, Post-sessions take place in Miami/ Jan. 10, 9 a.m. Broward area. 954-558-6151, a.m.-1:30 p.m., Archbishop 57 Ave., Miami. Part of church’s 4497 W. First Ave., Hialeah. • Renaissance fair, Saturday, Coleman Carroll High School, concert series. Free admission. “Passing from this life to 352-274-4614, www.retrouvaille. org. Feb. 28, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Food, 10300 S.W. 167 Ave., Miami. 305-667-4911. the next,” Saturday, Feb. 21, 8 music, activities, games, and “America’s Next Top Model” now The Axiom Brass, Sunday, a.m., Little Flower, Comber Hall, Ignatian retreat for more. advocates for chastity, dignity of Jan. 25, 3 p.m., St. Martha- 2711 Indian Mound Trail, Coral couples, Jan. 25-26 and Jan 31- Feb. 1, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., John Paul Chaminade-Madonna women. Solely for ladies, limited Yamaha Concert Series, 9221 Gables. Guidance, resources College Preparatory, 500 E. to 400 participants. $10/person; II Retreat House, 720 N.E. 27 St., Biscayne Blvd., Miami Shores. and practical information about Chaminade Drive, Hollywood. $100/table of 10. 305-388-6700, Miami. For married couples and Enjoy music from Bach to end-of-life-issues; medical 2015 entrance exam, Saturday, ext. 1168; motherdaughtertea@ those engaged to be married. Piazzola, tangos to jazz á la care; assisted living, nursing Jan. 24, 7:45 a.m. Tuition grants colemancarroll.org. française. General admission: home facilities; living wills; $100/person for both weekends, includes lunches and coffee awarded to students scoring “Art Under the Oaks,” $10; Blue Circle: $20. Post- hospice care; health insurance; in 90th percentile or higher. Catholic funeral and burial breaks. $50 deposit required. Saturday, Jan. 17, 9 a.m.- concert reception with artists. Preregistration required: www. 305-458-0111, 305-751-0005, customs; funeral homes; legal 305-308-8544, EfrainZabala@ 4 p.m., San Pedro, 89500 cmlions.org. 954-989-5150, ext. www.saintmarthaconcerts.com. considerations; bequeaths; bellsouth.net. Overseas Highway, Tavernier. 136; [email protected]. Variety of entertainment, fine Catholic spirituality on death. Emmaus retreat for art and original crafts. Free 305-446-9950. women, Feb. 6-8, St. Andrew St. Brendan High, 2950 S.W. 87 Ave., Miami. www. admission and shuttle bus. www. FAITH EDUCATION Southeast Pastoral Institute Parish, 9950 N.W. 29th St., Coral sanpedroparish.org, 305-360- (SEPI), 7700 S.W. 56 St., Miami. Springs. Retreat based on the stbrendanhigh.org: 8556, artundertheoaks@yahoo. Los Caminos de la Fe, Maestría en Ministerio Pastoral Gospel of Luke 24:13-35 for • Entrance exam, Saturday, com. Metodologías Pastorales, Hispano, acreditada por Barry women who wish to experience Jan. 24, 7:30 a.m., info@stbhs. Retired priest luncheon, Martes 14, 21 y 28 de enero, 7:30 University. Clases en español. God, renew and deepen their org. Monday, Jan. 19, 11:30 a.m.- p.m., St. Bernard, 8279 Sunset 305-279-2333, sepimiami@aol. relationship with the Lord. 954- • College fair, Saturday, Feb. 1:30 p.m., St. Coleman, 1200 Strip, Sunrise. Profesor: Carlos com, www.sepi.us. 854-6628, [email protected], 21, 2-4 p.m., featuring over 80 www.standrewparish.org. S. Federal Highway, Pompano R. Bustamante. Serie educativa Online marriage universities. Free, open to the Beach. Reserve before Monday, presentada por la Oficina de preparation for couples with public. [email protected]; 305- Jan. 12. 954-568-9828. Ministerios Laicos para que special circumstances that will 223-5181, ext. 560. quienes practican el ministerio St. Andrew carnival, Jan. not allow them to participate SAFE entiendan cómo realizar la nueva 22-25, 9950 N.W. 29 St., Coral in any of the parish programs. evangelización a la que estamos ENVIRONMENT Springs. Crafts, games, food and Office of Family Life: 305-762- SPIRITUAL llamados. 305-762-1184, lmaff@ beer garden. [email protected]. 1148/1157, famlife@theadom. Virtus workshops help theadom.org. “PigOut,” Saturday, Jan. 24, org. parents, teachers and anyone Catholic prayer breakfast, Camino del Matrimonio, 10 noon, St. Timothy, 5400 S.W. Preparación prematrimonial who works with children second Tuesdays, 7:10-8:30 a.m., y 11 de enero, Southeast Pastoral 102 Ave., Miami. Pig roasting por internet, para parejas recognize signs of sexual abuse Morningside Renewal Center, Institute (SEPI), 7700 S.W. 56 St., competition, desserts, fun for con circunstancias especiales and spot abusers. Sessions are 7275 S.W. 124 St., Pinecrest. Miami. Programa de preparación whole family. Admission: $10; que no les permiten asistir a free, around three hours long, Monthly breakfast aimed at matrimonial para parejas que $25 VIP. Net proceeds benefit los programas en las iglesias. and required for all employees Catholic professionals. Different desean celebrar el sacramento Feeding South Florida and Pastoral Familiar: 305-762- and volunteers in schools, guest speaker each month. del matrimonio en la Iglesia. Catholic Charities. frank.moreno. 1148/1157, famlife@theadom. parishes and entities of the Donation: $7/breakfast, $75/year. $125/pareja. 305-226-4664, www. [email protected], 305-562-1428. org. Archdiocese of Miami. Due to the 305-284-3270. caminodelmatrimonio.org. subject matter, children are not Vigilia de adoración, Pre-Cana, Jan. 16 and 17, Holy allowed. To register, log in to primeros viernes, 8 p.m.-12 a.m., CONCERTS Rosary-St. Richard, 7500 S.W. MASSES www.virtusonline.org; click on Mother of Our Redeemer, 8445 152 St., Palmetto Bay. Marriage the yellow word “registration” N.W. 186 St., Miami. 786-991- Bienes Center for the Arts, preparation class requirement Healing Mass, second Fridays, located on the left-hand side 5696. St. Thomas Aquinas High School, for engaged couples, offers 7:30 p.m., San Isidro, 2310 Martin of the page; choose Miami Devoción de los primeros 2801 S.W. 12 St., Fort Lauderdale. sacramentality and life-skills Luther King Blvd., Pompano as your “organization”; view sábados reparadores, 4 p.m., training using teachings of St. Adults: $24.99; students: $12 Beach. 954-971-8780. list of available sessions. For St. John Bosco, 1349 W. Flagler John Paul II known as Theology plus service fees. 954-513-2272, information, e-mail jrayburn@ St., Miami; 10 a.m., Good of the Body. Registration and [email protected], www. theadom.org: Shepherd, 14187 S.W. 72 St., information: 305-762-1148, bca-sta.org: RETREATS/DAYS • Thursday, Jan. 8, 6 p.m., Miami. Pedida por la Santísima [email protected], www. • Jazz Winds of Patagonia, St. Rose of Lima School, Miami miamiarch.org/familylife. Virgen María a la Hermana Lucía Thursday, Jan. 15, 7 p.m. OF REFLECTION Shores. de Fátima, para desagraviar los Extraordinary ministers of • The World Famous Glenn • Saturday, Jan. 10, 9 a.m., pecados cometidos contra su Holy Communion training, for Our Lady of Florida Miller Orchestra, Thursday, Jan. Spiritual Center, 1300 U.S. St. Rose of Lima School, Miami Inmaculado Corazón. Invitan los new ministers only. Candidates Shores. Heraldos del Evangelio. 786-353- 22, 7 p.m. must register through parishes or Highway 1, North Palm Beach. • A Tribute to Louis Reservations required, some • Saturday, Jan. 17, 9 a.m., St. 2157, www.heralds.us. schools; must be recommended Jerome School, Fort Lauderdale. via letter from pastor, school require deposit. 561-626-1300, First Saturday Communion principal or chaplain. Open www.ourladyofflorida.org: • Saturday, Jan. 17, 9 a.m., All of reparation, 8 a.m., St. to Catholics 18 or older who • New Year’s evening retreat, Saints, Sunrise. Andrew, 9950 N.W. 29 St., Coral have been confirmed, lead Dec. 31-Jan. 1, led by Our Lady • Monday, Jan. 19, 7:30 p.m., Springs. Rosary, meditation, life in harmony with the faith. of Florida retreat team. $80/ Little Flower, Hollywood. confession and Communion. [email protected], 305- overnight; $60/commuter. • Miércoles, 21 de enero, 7:30 [email protected]. 762-1105, www.miamiarch.org/ • “New Year-New p.m., Little Flower, Hollywood. catholicdiocese.php?op=worship: Perseverance,” Wednesday, • Saturday, Jan. 24, 9 a.m., All • Saturday, Jan. 24, noon, Our Jan. 7, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Day Saints, Sunrise. SUPPORT GROUPS Lady of Lourdes, 11291 S.W. 142 of reflection led by Dominican • Sábado, 26 de enero, 6:30 Ave., Miami. Sister Roberta Popara. $30, p.m., St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Divorced and separated, includes presentations, Pompano Beach. Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m., St. Broward Monument • Wednesday, Jan. 28, 7 p.m., Patrick, 3716 Garden Ave., Miami St. Louis, 7270 S.W. 120 St., opportunities for confession, Preserving the memory • Saturday, Jan. 31, 9 a.m., St. Beach. 786-443-9020. Pinecrest. lunch and Mass. Jerome School, Fort Lauderdale Back on Track, Mondays, of your loved one • Wednesday, Feb. 4, 7 p.m., • “Fidelity to Centering Prayer To report abuse by 7-9 p.m., St. Bonaventure, 1301 St. John XXIII, 16800 Miramar Practice,” Jan. 9-11, led by someone representing the S.W. 136 Ave., Davie. Adult 1227 S. Andrews Ave. Parkway, Miramar. Oblate Missionary Father Bill Archdiocese: 1-866-802-2873 education, career counseling Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 Taller para Ministros Sheehan. $235/person. 407-869- (toll-free); to report all abuse 0781, [email protected]. allegations to civil authorities: for those facing job loss. www. Extraordinarios de la Santa backontracknet.org. PhONE: Comunión, entrenamiento para Horizontes de Cristiandad, 1-800-962-2873. 954-523-7199 nuevos ministros solamente. 17 y 18 de enero, Centro de Betania, primeros miércoles, FAx: Los candidatos deben Espiritualidad Ignaciana, 12190 7-9 p.m., Casa Manresa, 12190 954-761-8174 matricularse a través de sus S.W. 56 St., Miami. Programa S.W. 56 St., Miami. Para padres 32521-1218 parroquias o escuelas, y deben para personas de la tercera SCHOOLS que han sufrido la pérdida de TOLL FREE: ser recomendados con una edad (60 años en adelante) con un hijo. 305-596-0001, www. 1-800-997-7199 carta firmada por su párroco, el fin de mejorar las relaciones St. Agnes Academy, 122 ceimiami.org. humanas y espirituales, ampliar Unidos Para Siempre, www.browardmonuments.com director o capellán. Abierto a Harbor Drive, Key Biscayne. católicos de 18 años de edad en los horizontes de la vida y Applications open through Jan. segundos sábados, 4-6 adelante, que hayan recibido la acercarse más a Dios. 786-409- 31 for 2015-16 school year. Tours p.m., St. Boniface, 8330 BRONZE – GRANITE Confirmación y lleven una vida 3147, horizontesdecristiandad@ by appointment only: 305-361- Johnson St., Pembroke Pines. en armonía con la fe. lenriquez@ hotmail.com. 3245, ext. 203. Apply online: Para matrimonios y parejas MEMORIAL and PLAQUES theadom.org, 305-762-1105: Retrouvaille, Jan. 23-25, www.stakb.org. comprometidas. 954-432-2750. December 2014 www.thefloridacatholic.org ADVERTISEMENT 19 32110-1218 32719-1218 30860-1218 20 ADVERTISEMENT Florida Catholic December 2014

Hello My naMe is Chip FLORIDACatholic 32230-1218 Hello My naMe is Clip Support YOUR CAtHoLIC NEWSpApEr SUbScRibe tOdaY 1-888-275-9953 www.thefloridacatholic.org 32029-1218