Nova et Vetera The Newsletter of the Alumni Association Of the Pontifical North American College Spring 2018 Contact Information Bishop elect Rev. W. Shawn McKnight Executive Secretary: (JEFFERSON CITY, CASA 2001) was installed Msgr. Michael Curran 201 Seminary Ave. as the new Bishop of Jefferson City on Yonkers, NY 10704 th February 6 . In his 23 years as a priest, he Phone: 718-309-3294 has spent more than half of them outside Email: [email protected] his Wichita home diocese studying, serving Assistant to Exec. Secretary, the Pontifical College Josephinum Seminary Nova et Vetera Publisher and Website Administrator: in Columbus, Ohio, or at the United States Virginia Neff Conference of Catholic Bishops in 7319 E. 71st Street Indianapolis, IN 46256 Washington, D.C. Phone: 317-849-1716 Email: [email protected] Rev. Paul Martin (SOCIETY OF MARY, ICTE S’2011) was recently appointed NAC Office of Institutional Advancement: th Mark Randall the 10 Bishop of Christchurch, New Pontifical North American College Zealand. In 1993 he completed a 3211 Fourth Street, NE Baccalaureate in Sacred Theology at the Washington, DC 20017 Phone: 202-541-5403 Angelicum University of Rome. He was a Fax: 202-722-8804 teacher at St. Bede’s College until 2014 Email: [email protected] when he became the Bursar General for Alumni Website: the Society of Mary in Rome. pnacalumni.org College Website: pnac.org Rev. John Cush (BROOKLYN, CLASS 1998, CASA 2015) currently Academic Dean and Formation Advisor at the college, successfully defended his thesis “John Courtney Murray as Contentual Theologian” at the Pontifical Gregorian University and was awarded his Doctorate in Sacred Theology (STD). ALUMNI NEWS Rev. Hilarion Cann (WHEELING-CHARLSTON, Class 1953, CASA 1956) celebrated his 65th Anniversary of Ordination in Ferbruary this year. CONGRATULATIONS!!! Dr. Warren Caire (NEW ORLEANS, Class 1960) retired after 55 years of teaching at De LaSalle High School in New Orleans. A Mass of Thanksgiving was hosted by the school and celebrated by Archbishop Emeritus Alfred Hughes (Class 1957). Rev. Joe Mattern (GREEN BAY, Class 1960) is a member of the AUSCP (faithful to Vatican II), the Association of the United States Catholic Priests. Rev. Ed Dillon (ROCHESTER, Class 1961) also a member of AUSCP is in frequent contact with classmates: Tom McFadden, John Mahoney, Jim Tracy, Vic DeSantis, and Dave Shannon. Is active in AMEU, Americans for Middle East Understanding. Rev. Thomas Sutherland (DETROIT, Class 1961) is now a Senior Priest still very active in World Wide Marriage Encounter and pastoral work. Rev. J. Larry Richardt (INDIANAPOLIS, Class 1963) is an Adjunct Spiritual Director at Bishop Simon Brute College Seminary in Indianapolis. Msgr. Richard Liddy (NEWARK, CLASS 1964) is writing an article on Fr. Bernard Lonergan, his influence on students at the North American College during the 1950’s and 60’s. He would welcome any input! Archbishop Emeritus Michael Sheehan (SANTA FE, CLASS 1965) is enjoying retirement – going to the prison to hear confessions, say Mass and distribute Holy Communion. Bishop Emeritus Paul Loverde (ARLINGTON, CLASS 1966) is happily retired and keeping active. He is assisting Bishop Burbidge with confirmations and leading retreats with various groups including bishops, priests, permanent deacons and seminarians. Rev. Charles Granstrand (NEWARK, CLASS 1967) retired as pastor of Our Lady of Mercy Parish in Park Ridge, NJ on July 1, 2017. He also celebrated his 50th Anniversary on Dec. 17, 2016. Rev. Dr. Robert Gregorio (CAMDEN, CLASS 1969, CASA 1974) wants everyone to know the class of 1969 is having a Rome Reunion Oct. 28 thru Nov. 4. Rev. Patrick McCormick (ATLANTA, CLASS 1969) is now retired and helping out as Senior Priest at St. John the Apostle Parish in Mililani, Hawaii during the winter months. Rev. Robert Meissner (SAGINAW, CLASS 1970) has been battling Pancreatic Cancer since Nov. 2017. His treatment is experimental at University of Michigan Cancer Center. Rev. Charles Fanelli (CHICAGO, CLASS 1971) is looking forward to hosting alumni in Chicago at the Annual Alumni Reunion, June 25-27. Rev. Bruce Hemnington (MADISON, CASA 1971) celebrated his 50th Anniversary on 5/18/2018. Msgr. Richard Duncanson (SAN DIEGO, CLASS 1972, CASA 1980) has been asked by Bishop Robert McElroy to serve as Chaplain to the Order of Malta’s newly established location in the Diocese of San Diego. Bishop Emeritus John Nienstedt (ST. PAUL-MINNEAPOLIS, CLASS 1973, CASA 1976) has accepted the position of Theological Advisor to the Napa Institute in Napa, California. Bishop Mark Brennan (BALTIMORE, CLASS 1974) is getting used to being an auxiliary bishop with responsibilities for 3 counties and Hispanic ministry throughout the archdiocese. So far – So good ! ! ! Msgr. Mark Svarczkopf (INDIANAPOLIS, CLASS 1974) recently participated in the Mini Marathon at the 500 Festival in Indianapolis. He well represented “The Race for Vocations” group. Rev. John Mericantante (PALM BEACH, CLASS 1975) now retired, volunteers with MIR, Mission Inter-national Rescue and their 3 schools for underprivileged children in La Romana, Dominican Republic. Rev. Theodore Marszal (CLEVELAND, CASA 1975) celebrated his 50th ordination of priesthood on May 25. Bishop Timothy Doherty (LAFAYETTE in IND, CLASS 1976, CASA 1982) in Nov, 2017 became the Chair of the USCCB Committee for the Protection of Children and Young People. Rev. James Nowak (JOLIET, CASA 1976) is studying Koine Greek. Rev. Harold Buse (OMAHA, CLASS 1977) received the Father Flanagan Priest Award for 2017. The award is given annually to a priest of the Archdiocese of Omaha who has lived the values of Father Flanagan and opened their hearts to hurting kids. Msgr. Kevin Irwin (NEW YORK, CASA 1977) appointed to the Board of Advisors, Pond Ateneo Santi Anselmo (Rome). Continues on CUA faculty as Research Professor. Rev. James Murphy (ST.PAUL-MINNEAPOLIS, CLASS 1977) has retired and moved to Phoenix, AZ but says his blood has thinned from Minnesota and he is still wearing his Minnesota winter jacket. Rev. Michael Culkin (WASHINGTON, CLASS 1978) reports that the Class of 1978 gathered in Rome at PNAC for their 40th Anniversary on May 23-27, 2018. Rev. Patrick Manning (YOUNGSTOWN, CLASS 1978) will spend this spring on sabbatical as a guest lecturer/researcher at St. Patrick Seminary, Maynooth University, County Kildare, Ireland. In May he will be teaching at his University campus in Castel Gandolfo (across the Appia from Villa Santa Caterina). He also will be in Rome for the 40th Anniversary of the Class of 1978. Rev. John Durbin (RALEIGH, CLASS 1979) is the new Pastor of St. Andrew Catholic Church in Apex, NC. Rev. Warren Savage (SPRINGFIELD in MASS, CLASS 1979) appointed Director of Continuing Education, Formation and Support of Clergy for Diocese of Springfield. Also named Director of the Albert & Amelia Ferst Interfaith Center, Westfield State University, Westfield, MA. Very Rev. Joseph Busch (ALBANY, CLASS 1980) named Episcople Vicar for the Adirondack Vicarate. Rev. Nicholas Gengaro (NEWARK, CLASS 1980, CASA 1988) is currently serving a 4 year term as a “Public Member” NJ Supreme Court District V-A Ethics Committee. Msgr. Terry Fleming (LOS ANGELES, CASA 1981) is the new chairman of Archdiocesan Clergy Placement Board. Rev. Kevin Laughery (SPRINGFIELD in ILL, CLASS 1983, CASA 1985) has completed his diocesan assignments as judicial vicar and ecumenical and interreligious officer. Bishop Robert Reed (BOSTON, CLASS 1985) suggests you get an app for your iPhone or Android device and search for “CatholicTV” in the iTunes or Google Plan app store. (He is President of Catholic TV Network). Rev. Kevin Donovan (HARTFORD, CLASS 1987) is working on the Master of Science Degree Program at the Busch School of Business & Economics at CUA.It is called Master of Ecclesial Administration & Management. Rev. David Bonnar (PITTSBURGH, CLASS 1988) is the editor of The Priest Magazine published by Our Sunday Visitor. Mr. Dennis Schmitz (KANSAS CITY in KS, CLASS 1989) has been the owner/operator of Lush Lawn Sprinklers, LLC with full service on installation and maintenance of lawn sprinkler systems in NE Kansas. Mr. Michael Welch (WASHINGTON, CLASS 1989) was elected Chairman of the Board of Commissioners governing Eastern Lee County (Florida) and led the community through worst of Hurricane Irma. Mr. James Bird (ERIE, CLASS 1990) is President/CEO of Villa Maria Residential Services of the Sisters of the Humility of Mary. Rev. Charles Connor (SCRANTON, CLASS 1990) serves as Professor of Systematic Theology and Church History at Mt. St. Mary ‘s Seminary, Emmitsburg, MD. Rev. Ronald Simboli, (GREENSBURG, ICTE S’1990) is currently assisting with weekend coverage, providing sacramental help and chaplain to PA State Police-Troop B-Uniontown Barracks. Rev. C. Gregory Butta (WASHINGTON, CLASS 1991) in 2014 was appointed Director of Cardinal Patrick O’Boyle Residence where independent health care and nursing-rehabilitation services are provided to thirteen elderly retired priests. It is located in the Catholic University of America neighborhood of “Little Rome”. Rev. Paul Schmidt (OAKLAND, ICTE S’1992) no longer Vicar for Clergy – finally fully retired but still helps with parish needs…also writes for OFM Sunday and Weekly Homily Helps. Rev. Michel Mulloy (RAPID CITY, ICTE 1993/S’2004) was named Vicar General July 1, 2017. Rev. Joseph Dorner (GREEN BAY, CLASS 1995) finally completed renovation of his Cathedral and opened on 1st Sunday of Advent, 2017 on Feast of paternal saint St. Francis Xavier. It took over four years and was completed in time to celebrate their 150th Anniversary of the founding of the diocese on March 3rd, 2018. Msgr. Robert Morrissey (ROCKVILLE CENTRE, CASA 1995) was appointed Judicial Vicar for the Diocese of Rockville Centre as of January 1, 2018. Very Rev. Arthur Proulx (ST. PETERSBURG, ICTE F’1995) has been appointed Rector of St. Jude the Apostle Cathedral, St. Petersburg as of July 1, 2018.