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By Charles Albert Cornish thought, “That isn’t going to help deviated from the faith handed down from the The Sooner Catholic them in softball.” Reaction to Cornish’s conver- days of the earliest Apostles. He goes so far to sion from family and friends ranged from shock say, “If you believe the Holy Spirit blessed the About five years ago, Brian Cornish, a Bap- to anger to sadness. His father is supportive, Apostles and the early Church, it doesn’t make tist minister with a master’s degree in divinity, though remaining firm in his own Baptist com- sense that the Holy Spirit would withdraw his started to explore questions about the ori- mitments. guidance until Protestantism came along 1,500 gins of the Christian faith. His journey would What motivated Cornish’s conversion to years later.” include much research and would culminate Catholicism was extensive research into early Cornish is aware of the faith crisis facing the with him resigning his and youth of most Catholic joining the at families in society. 2017. “It is not just a Catholic Cornish, with his wife Kris- issue but a Christiani- ten and five children, are now ty problem, across every members of Blessed Sacrament denomination. Children Catholic Church in Lawton. He will follow the example of is employed as the maintenance their parents; Christ must technician at Mary Cath- be the most important part olic School in Lawton and also of a parent’s life in order serves as the youth director at to serve as an example for Catholic Church. each child in this society.” Father Phil Seeton, at Cornish and his wife Holy Family, said he believes acknowledge God’s faithful the parish is blessed to have provision and are grateful Cornish as the youth director. for the love and support “Brian brings new and fresh shown by their RCIA class ideas to youth ministry. Of- during their transition. ten we Catholics lag behind Father Brian Buettner, non-Catholics in methods and pastor at Blessed Sacra- expressions of youth ministry.” ment, said, “Brian Cornish Prior to moving back to Law- is a man of deep faith and ton to be near family, Cornish conviction in the Lord. It was living in Beaumont, , has been great to welcome had begun doctoral studies and Brian, Kristen and their was enjoying his 13th year in children to our parish. Baptist ministry. Brian and Kristen Cornish and family. Photo provided. Their family came to us Cornish was brought up in just after entering the a very active Baptist family in Catholic Church and it Lawton. His dad is a lifelong Baptist minister. Church history and the writings of Catholic has been great to see their enthusiasm contin- His only contact with Catholics as a youth converts such as Christian Smith, Francis ue to grow and slowly spread throughout the was on the softball fields in Lawton. He recalls Beckwith and Scott Hahn. parish.” the Catholic teams “crossed themselves when Cornish concluded that Protestantism, Charles Albert is a freelance writer for the batting.” although having many positive points, had Sooner Catholic.

Bishop Weisenburger appointed seventh bishop of Tucson Francis has transferred Bishop Edward Weisen- burger from the Diocese of Salina to the Diocese of Tucson, Ariz. The made the announcement earlier this month in . “I congratulate Bishop Weisen- burger on his appointment as the next bishop of the Diocese of Tucson. I will be praying for him as he prepares to assume his new responsibilities, and for the Di- ocese of Salina, who will have to say farewell to their beloved bish- op and prepare to welcome a new shepherd,” Archbishop Coakley said. Bishop Gerald F. Kicanas, sixth bishop of Tucson, submitted his resignation in accord with Church law upon reaching his 75th birth- Bishop Edward Joseph Weisenburger greets people at a news conference in Tuc- day. Weisenburger’s appointment son. Photo provided. continued on page 3 2 October 15, 2017 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic October 15, 2017 3

Put Out Into the Deep Luke 5:4 Find more Ardmore St. Mary welcomes four new “Go Make Disciples:” news on the website deacons in November Sustaining the vision By Charles Albert Four parishioners of Saint Mary Catholic family of three children. This has been an exhilarating time for Catholics in expanded to many other By Sooner Catholic Staff The Sooner Catholic Church in Ardmore are part of a new deacon “The highlight of formation for me has been the Archdiocese of City. We’re still basking in parishes and schools. We class of 22 who will be ordained Nov. 3. The sharing this experience with so many wonder- the joyful radiance of the recent of Blessed have seen an increase Additional coverage of For more than 30 years, Gustavo “Gus” Orel- four men have spent their careers in very ful people in the program.” Stanley Rother. in adult faith formation Church and archdiocesan lana was hearing a call to be a deacon, but al- different occupations, but all served people in Robert is a retired lawyer and hopes to help During this busy time, it probably went unnoticed that opportunities, but again news and events, only on ways found reasons or excuses not to answer. their “lay occupations” and now want to assist the Church in any way possible. He would like we also marked the fourth anniversary of the release with the restructuring www.soonercatholic.org. On Nov. 3, he will be answering God’s call. the Church, assist people in their spiritual to continue his work in education and work of my pastoral letter called “Go Make Disciples,” which process have not seen the needs, continue their own with shut-ins. articulated a strategic vision for the archdiocese. measured results of that a To send photos, event faith journey, and draw peo- Juan Jimenez and his wife Maria are lifelong Archbishop Paul S. Coakley In that document, I laid out a five-year program. I am increase. information or story ideas, ple closer to Christ. Catholics. Jimenez works as director of His- pleased to report that we have made significant strides The enormous turnout e-mail [email protected]. The four new deacons will panic Ministry for Saint Mary. His faith was toward meeting the goals outlined. for the Beatification , which was attended by an es- be Ray Butler, 64, Rob- greatly influenced by his grandmother, both by The overall vision that “Go Make Disciples” articulates timated 20,000 people, and the large crowd of more than a ert Highsmith, 67, Juan her faith and her work in helping people. aims to move us from maintenance to mission by form- 4,000 that gathered just a week later for Matthew Kelly’s The “Catholic Faith Jimenez, 51, and Gustavo In his early life, his faith would be tested ing missionary disciples who are on fire with the love Dynamic Catholic event are certainly signs of a vibrant Conference: Catholicism of Christ. We identified three pastoral priorities around faith among Catholics in Oklahoma. Beyond the Pew,” is Jan. Orellana, 66. All agree that through many tough times and there were which our diocesan resources and energies would be Finally, the third priority we articulated is “Hispan- 19-20, 2018, at the Wichita none of them could have ac- times when his faith was lacking. However, as harnessed. ic ministry.” Latinos are the growing retreat center. The event complished this calling with- he got older, Jimenez said, “The Eucharistic The first priority is “the new edge of our Catholic population in features nationally recog- out the support and prayers seed that his grandmother and parents plant- evangelization.” This term was Oklahoma. The first goal in this prior- nized Catholic speaker Jon of their wives and their ed finally grew.” used frequently by Saint John ity area is being addressed. Providen- Leonetti. Keynote speaker family. All of them said they Jimenez is open to any task at the parish Paul II and Pope Benedict to tially, it is being aided by the beatifica- is Theodore Papadopoulos. have found the education, and really wants urge people to come “home” describe the need to rekindle tion of Blessed Stanley Rother. Space is limited to the first friendship and training to be to the Church and the Eucharist as he did. the missionary impulse of the As we develop our plans for a beau- a wonderful experience. Gus Orellana also is a lifelong Catholic. His 150 registrants. Contact Church of Pentecost in our own tiful shrine to honor Blessed Stanley Butler and his wife Sandra wife Krys- time. We identified two key goals the Spiritual Life Center at Rother, we also will be able to alleviate grew up Southern Baptist tal was to move us along in pursuit of (316) 744-0167 or go online Saint Mary Catholic Church some overcrowding that many of our and went through the RCIA raised this priority – create an office of parishes serving Spanish-speaking to slcwichita.org. 125 E. Street S.W. new evangelization and initiate a program about 12 years ago. Southern Ardmore 73401-4735 Catholics in the metropolitan area Ray works as an accountant Baptist parish evangelization plan. have been experiencing. The shrine (580) 223-0231 and has found great peace and con- We met the first goal by will serve not only as a place of pil- [email protected] in the Catholic faith. verted establishing the Office of New grimage and veneration to honor www.stmaryardmoreok.org when they Evangelization and hiring Carole Blessed Stanley Rother, but also a “My world view used to be Brown as its director. large Catholic church for major dioc- negative; it is now positive.” married 39 The second goal has been a bit esan events and a place of worship With his ordination, Butler years ago. For many years he felt the calling more challenging. As we worked and formation to minister, especially, hopes to help transport the to do something more. Working as a business toward that goal, we became though not exclusively, to a growing disadvantaged to Church on analysist, there were things “that got in the increasingly convinced that Hispanic population. Sundays. way.” there was a need for structural We have now completed the second @archokc Highsmith and his wife “Finally, this was the time,” and with the and organizational changes to goal in the Hispanic Ministry priority Patricia also were converts support of his family, he said he is over- facilitate our renewed focus on To download Archbishop Coakley’s area. At the end of September, the to Catholicism. Robert was whelmed by the amount of knowledge he’s mission within the chancery. pastoral letter in English or Spanish, go first class of nearly 200 Hispanic adult Archdiocese of attracted to the Holy Eu- attained. Over time, we have grown in online to www.archokc.org. students graduated from the new San clarity and understanding about charist, the kindness of the “I wish I would have done it earlier.” Juan Diego School of faith formation. what needs to be done. The past late Father O’Toole, and the Orellana hopes to work with the RCIA pro- Many of those adults will go on to Arquidiócesis de year has seen a tremendous re-organization effort within RCIA program on his faith gram. serve in their parishes and communities, helping many Oklahoma City the chancery. This has resulted in re-aligning various Ray Butler, Juan Jimenez, Father Tom Dowdell, Gus Orellana and Robert journey. He has found tre- Charles Albert is a freelance writer for the others come to a deeper experience of their faith. departments to facilitate closer collaboration for mis- Highsmith. Photo provided. mendous support from his Sooner Catholic. As I reflect on these past four years, I would like to sion. This included physically re-arranging work spaces thank so many who have welcomed, embraced and even to encourage collaboration among kindred departments. celebrated the vision of “Go Make Disciples.” Their pas- Consequently, we now have a new Secretariat for Evan- sion for Christ and discipleship, and their openness to gelization and with Executive Director Jim Archbishop Coakley’s Calendar the Spirit, have been a driving force behind the imple- continued from page 1 cruel abuse of the poor at the hands Beckman, who coordinates the work of several depart- mentation and realization of the goals outlined in my of the predatory (“payday”) loan in- ments around The following events are part of Archbishop Coakley’s letter. comes more than a year after Kicanas dustry. key priorities. official calendar. As we mark this offered his retirement. In addition to Catholic social minis- Jim started this Go Make Disciples measurable goals: four-year anniversa- “I am humbled to follow in the foot- tries, he focused on personal visits to position in early ry, I look forward to Oct. 15 – Mass and presentation of Blessed Stanley steps of a shepherd who has served the 86 parishes of the diocese, voca- August. 1. NEW EVANGELIZATION Rother relic, 10:30 a.m., Holy Trinity, Okarche tion recruitment, higher education The second the next year and to graciously and generously for many Create an Office of New Evangelization in the Oct. 15 – Anniversary Mass, 3 p.m., The Cathedral of for clergy and cooperation with “Via priority area providing direction years,” Bishop Weisenburger said. archdiocese by Nov. 1, 2013. Initiate an archdiocesan for the future. The Our Lady of Perpetual Help, OKC “Bishop Kicanas has served in many Christi-Ascension” in their acquisi- articulated in Oct. 17 – Presbyteral Council meeting, 9:30 a.m., Cath- “Go Make Dis- new evangelization plan in 20 to 30 parishes and all diocesan new Secretariat for national capacities for the Catho- tion of Manhattan’s hospital — now olic Pastoral Center ciples” is “faith offices by Nov. 1, 2014. Evangelization and lic Church and is highly esteemed. Catholic in identity. Oct. 17 – Mass, 11:30 a.m., Saint formation.” The Catechesis will be Knowing that he will continue to re- He also restructured the diocese’s Chapel, CPC goals outlined 2. FAITH FORMATION re-engaging a pro- Prayer to side in our diocese is a great comfort chancery with an emphasis on pro- for this prior- Implement a year-long “Transforming Adolescent Catechesis” cess very similar to Saint Oct. 17 – Finance Council meeting, 2 p.m., CPC for me and a blessing for our people.” fessional lay ministers, collaborating ity have been process in 12 to 16 parishes and Catholic high schools of the what we did before the Oct. 18 – School Mass and classroom visits, 9:15 a.m., Weisenburger served as a priest of with clergy in all areas of adminis- somewhat stalled archdiocese by Nov. 30, 2014. Increase participation in adult – listening sessions, Rosary School, OKC the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City for tration, which included dedication in due to leadership faith formation opportunities by 5 to 10 percent throughout the surveys, committee St. Michael the Archangel, Oct. 18 – Blessing of new parish hall, 6 p.m., Sacred nearly 25 years. On Feb. 6, 2012, he promoting women to greater respon- work, etc. We will transitions and archdiocese by July 1, 2015. defend us in battle. Heart, Alva was appointed Bishop of Salina by sibilities and service within the dioce- assess our progress the restructuring Be our defense against Oct. 19 – School Mass and classroom visits, 8:15 a.m., Pope Benedict XVI. His installation as san structure. on all of these goals, process. The new the wickedness and snares Saint Eugene, OKC Bishop of Tucson will take place on The Diocese of Salina serves ap- 3. HISPANIC MINISTRY recalibrating and Secretariat for of the Devil. May God rebuke Oct. 19 – Assembly of Catholic Professionals luncheon, Nov. 29. proximately 44,000 Catholics. The Begin implementation of a plan to alleviate the overcrowding of determining what Evangelization churches with significant Hispanic populations in the metropoli- him, we humbly pray, 11:30 a.m., Downtown Petroleum Club, OKC Under Bishop Weisenburger’s Diocese of Tucson, which borders and Catechesis needs to be done tan Oklahoma City area by May 1, 2014. Enroll the first class of and do thou, Oct. 20-23 – Annual Meeting of the Equestrian Order of leadership, the people of Salina have with Mexico, serves approximately will pick up these to finish what we a Spanish language basic adult faith formation program among 0 Prince of the heavenly the Holy Sepulcher of Jerusalem, OKC witnessed significant improvements. 450,000 Catholics, many of whom tasks and carry started, and provide hosts, by the power of God, Oct. 23-26 – Annual Priests Retreat, Spiritual Life Cen- Weisenburger’s tenure in Salina was are Spanish-speaking. Weisenburger them forward to Spanish-speaking Catholics in the archdiocese by June 1, 2014. vision and direction thrust into hell Satan, ter, Wichita marked by the opening of a new dioc- said he looks forward to joining the completion. for the archdiocese Oct. 27 – School Mass and classroom visits, 8:15 a.m., bishops of Arizona and New Mexico in In the mean- moving forward. and all the evil spirits, esan Catholic Charities headquarters Sacred Heart School, OKC being an articulate and indispensable time, we have launched a new Transforming Adolescent I look forward to sharing more with you about this who prowl about the world with considerably upgraded minis- Oct. 27 – Opening prayer and welcome for Encuentro, 6 Catechesis process in a number of our parishes and in the coming year. It is indeed an exciting time to be a seeking the ruin of souls. tries and services. He also has led voice of compassion for all immi- p.m., CPC schools. I look forward to seeing that process complet- Catholic in Oklahoma! Blessed Stanley Rother, pray for Amen the efforts to shine a spotlight on the grants. – Ordination, Clear Creek Monastery, Hulbert ed in the places where it was started, and hopefully us! Oct. 29 4 October 15, 2017 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic October 15, 2017 5 Archdiocese announces new Matthew Kelly preaches “Passion and Purpose” archdiocesan school advisory council By Judy Hilovsky before introducing the best-selling is trying to exclude God from the moment. That’s a holy moment. The Sooner Catholic author. conversation. No one is represent- Christianity is not a spectator The Office of Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese and governance to help sustain, grow and strengthen Each attendee received a bag of ing the God perspective, the God Matthew Kelly’s “Passion and sport. We of Oklahoma City recently announced the creation of the schools in the archdiocese. Dynamic Catholic resources that Purpose” event drew about 4,000 need to go the Archdiocesan School Advisory Council. The members of the council were appointed in included a copy of one of Kel- people to downtown Oklahoma out and get After an 18-month planning study was completed March 2017. The council, which meets quarterly, is ly’s books, “The Seven Pillars of City to deliver a message of discov- out story by John Convey and Len DeFiore from the Center comprised of , parents and representatives Catholic Spirituality” CD, an in- ering purpose, learning new habits back. It’s a of Advancement of Catholic Education at Catholic from various parishes and schools in the archdiocese. spirational journal, the “Decision and gaining personal clarity. Sing- great story, Most Reverend University of America, their findings were published Carrie Leonard serves as chairman. Point” workbook, a Mass journal er, songwriter Elliot Morris provid- not without Paul S. Coakley in the “Archdiocese of Oklahoma City Planning Study Other members of the council are: and a pen. ed inspirational Christian music blemishes, Archbishop of Oklahoma City for Catholic Schools.” Whit Bass – Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton Kelly encourages every Cath- between sessions. but an in- Publisher A summary of these findings will be distributed to Anita Cornelius – Saint John Nepomuk olic to bring the Mass journal parishes. Nicole Dell’Osso – Christ the King “I heard Matthew about 12 years to church and ask the question credible story The council was formed in response to recommen- Tony Gianino – All ago and I’ve really been impressed written on its cover, “God, show nonetheless,” Diane Clay dations from the planning study to gain a deeper Debbie Jones – Christ the King, Bishop McGuin- with his message. I think this me the one way in the Mass I Kelly told the Editor understanding of the status of schools within the ness Catholic High School is going to be a wonderful event can become a better version of crowd. Archdiocese Carrie Leonard and a wonderful follow-up to last myself this week.” “God uses Dana Attocknie of Oklahoma – Christ the King, week’s beatification ceremony. “I want people to walk out of the people He provides a great summons to Managing Editor City and to BMCHS here tonight and say this was who make provide advice Anna Maloy – discipleship, an active engagement really helpful, practical and Matthew Kelly themselves to Archbishop Saint Elizabeth in the Church and a sense of mis- hopeful. The front cover of the available to Coakley and Ann Seton sion, which is what we have been journal that attendees receive him. So, as you drive home to- Volume 39, Number 20 point of view and that’s our call.” Superinten- Jay Mauldin – says “People don’t do anything night, I want you to think about until they are inspired, but once “The biggest lie we tell ourselves dent of Cath- Sacred Heart – El one question, ‘How available are For more information they are inspired, there is almost is that holiness is not possible Sooner Catholic Newspaper olic Schools, Reno you to God at this time in your Diane Floyd, Todd Regier – nothing they can’t do.” for me. And, once we believe that 7501 Northwest Expressway To learn more about Matthew Kelly life?’ Before you go to bed, kneel on standard- Saint Elizabeth Kelly used the third session of lie, we are totally neutralized as Oklahoma City, OK 73132 or Dynamic Catholic, go online to down and pray, ‘God, I’m 100 per- izing proce- Ann Seton DynamicCatholic.com. the event as a call to action. Christians. Dissolve the lie. Go (405) 721-1810 cent available, I will do anything, dures and John Rieger – “Go out into your parishes, out tomorrow and have one holy Fax: (405) 721-5210 policies. Saint Charles Bor- into your work place, into fami- moment. Do exactly what you show me what you want’ and then E-mail: [email protected] In addition, romeo, BMCHS emphasizing and talking about in lies, with strangers crossing your think God is calling you to do in get ready.” Mailing Address: the council Paul Streets – the archdiocese for the past few path and bring back God into the that moment. You cooperate and Judy Hilovsky is a freelance writ- P.O. Box 32180 will provide Saint Philip Neri – years,” Archbishop Coakley said conversation because our culture collaborate with God in that one er for the Sooner Catholic. Oklahoma City, OK 73123 advice and Midwest City counsel to Kathy Wilson – Archbishop Christ the King Visit us online at Coakley and Members of the Archdiocesan School Advisory Council. Back row (from left Fr. Mark Mason to right): Jay Mauldin (vice-chairman), Tony Gianino, Fr. Tim Luschen, Anna www.soonercatholic.org Superinten- – Sacred Heart – Maloy, Superintendent Diane Floyd, Archbishop Paul S. Coakley, John Rieg- dent Floyd er, Fr. Mark Mason. Front row (from left to right): Whit Bass, Carrie Leonard El Reno Pious on the pitch Visit the archdiocesan website on strategic (c=hairman), Debbie Jones, Kathy Wilson (secretary), Anita Cornelius. Members Fr. Tim Luschen at www.archokc.org planning, not pictured are: Nicole Dell’Osso, Todd Regier and Paul Streets. Photo Dana – Saint Charles marketing Attocknie/Sooner Catholic Borromeo. Carmelites, friends join fans The Sooner Catholic for Energy soccer (USPS 066-910) is published biweekly except for once in July October Feast Days: Honoring saints by the Archdiocese of By Ted King . He was By Steve Gust are Sister Stephanie Sanchez The Catholic Church assigns Oklahoma City. The Sooner Catholic the author of one of the Gospels The Sooner Catholic and Sister Veronica Higgins. one date out of the year for each and of the Acts of the Apostles. Sister Stephanie, a longtime blessed and canonized saint – Saint He was a Greek physician and f you happen to take in an McGuinness theology teacher, The newspaper is not responsible known as their feast day. The Oct. 17 is the feast day of Saint bachelor, and the missionary OKC Energy soccer game, also has been a regular sports for unsolicited material. saints are remembered on their Ignatius of Antioch, surnamed don’t be surprised to find fan for decades at McGuinness Copyright © 2017 Sooner Catholic companion of Saint Paul. He was individual feast days with special I Theophoros, meaning God bearer. at least a few Carmelite sisters athletic events. She is heartily martyred. Luke is the patron of mention, prayers and possibly a Born about the year 35, Ignatius artists, physicians, and bache- cheering their loudest. welcomed by Energy manage- Subscription rate: $25 per year scripture reading. Blessed Stan- Sister Veronica Higgins, Sister Stephanie Sanchez and friends enjoy attend- became a of the Apostle lors. “The soccer community loves ment at the fast-paced soccer ley Rother’s feast day is July 28. ing Energy soccer games in Oklahoma City. Photo provided. for all who are not members of the John. He was Bishop of Antioch in Saints John de Brebeuf, them and has kind of adopted games played at Taft Stadium in Archdiocese of Oklahoma City. modern day Turkey. Saint Igna- Jogues and companions them,” said Gary Savely, athletic Oklahoma City. Periodical postage paid at tius wrote about the sacraments, Oct. 19 is the feast day of and martyred. Saint Isaac Jogues director of Bishop McGuinness At first, Energy staff made sure home games at McGuinness Anyone who has been to an Catholic High School. were sold out. Oklahoma City, OK 73125. ecclesiology (the study of Christi- Saints John de Brebeuf and Isaac (1607-1646) was another Jesuit she had a good parking place Irish basketball or football game Among two of the biggest fans anity), and the role of bishops. He Jogues, and companions, all of missionary from France. He, like across the street, according to Savely was comped with four knows she isn’t shy about ex- of the professional soccer club was martyred in Rome about the whom were martyred. John de John de Brebeuf, was born in Savely. But, even that put a bit free tickets. He went to a game, pressing her opinion. POSTMASTER: Send address but his schedule soon found year 108. He was the first person Brebeuf (1593-1649) was a Jesu- Normandy and came to Canada of a strain on Sister Stephanie. Sister Veronica, besides en- changes to the Sooner Catholic, him giving away the tickets. to use and write the words “the it priest from Normandy, France, as a missionary. He was martyred The Energy responded by giving joying the action on the field, P.O. Box 32180, Oklahoma City, Sister Stephanie, and others in Catholic Church:” “Where there is who was a missionary to the Indi- by the Mohawks. John de Brebeuf her the best parking place at Taft likes the atmosphere, including Stadium, with her name on it. the order, found themselves at OK 73123. Christ Jesus, there is the Catholic an people of New France, modern and Isaac Jogues and their com- the times when Catholic grade “That was something to see,” the game cheering for the home Church.” day Canada. He worked to convert panions were canonized in 1930 school students show up to sing she said. team. RESS AS Saint Luke the Evangelist the Huron Indians. In 1649, he by Pope Pius XI. the national anthem. A P SO Not only that, but they accom- After season No. 1, the Energy M C Oct. 18 is the feast day of Saint was taken captive by the Iroquois Saints Simon and Jude “It’s nice to see the various O IA modated her in other ways too. moved to Taft Stadium. Work- H T Oct. 28 is the feast families,” she said. “It’s a great A BETTER I L O day of Saints Simon and “They will help me with a golf ing with the Energy, Savely was K N sport.” O cart,” she said. “People with the able to continue the tickets for NEWSPAPER Jude, two of the apostles. And, they said the Funk fam- Simon is mentioned in Energy have been very, very the nuns. CONTEST kind.” “They just loved going,” he ily, team owners, will usually the Gospels of Matthew, always come by and say hi. Mark, Luke and John. The Energy’s ties with the said. “We’ve had a lot of fun going Jude is mentioned in Carmelite Order started in 2014 Although the details of the 2 AWARD to games,” Sister Veronica said. 0 Luke and the Acts of the when the new team began play- sport were a bit new for Sister 1 E R “Sometimes we have conflicts 6 W I N N Apostles. In Matthew ing their first games at McGuin- Stephanie. and Mark, Jude is called nness High School. They made “At first, I wasn’t quite sure and can’t go, but when we can, The Sooner Catholic Thaddeus. improvements at the stadium. what to say when I was cheer- we really like it.” is supported through the Ted King is a freelance “It was a win-win for every- ing,” she said about the new Steve Gust is a freelance writer Annual Catholic Appeal. one,” Savely said. The first two sport. for the Sooner Catholic. Saint Ignatius Saint Luke Saint Saint writer for the Sooner of Antioch the Evangelist Simon Jude Catholic. 6 October 15, 2017 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic October 15, 2017 7 Contagious Faith Move over St. Christopher! This lady is the Would you be ready? The weekend after the euphoria-producing any kind of strategy that anyone knows about percent patron saint of those in the driver’s seat beatification of Blessed Stanley Rother at the for helping people to come to know Jesus? Is of peo- Cox Convention Center, several parishes host- there a process that a person can jump into ple who She also is the patron saint of Benedictine oblates, widows ed more than 3,000 guests for an evening with within a few weeks? Or do they have to wait attend Carole Brown evangelist Matthew Kelly. His presentation was until the next school year begins? evan- Director of Many Saint Christopher medals have been in a wealthy family and surrounded by many her suf- Evangelization entitled “Passion and Purpose.” Likely, we are somewhat prepared for new in- gelical handed out to new car owners and young driv- advantages and comforts. As a very young girl, fering did and Missionary A few days before Matthew Kelly spoke, it oc- quirers to find a seat in RCIA. But, what about churches ers throughout the years. One of my daughters she was impressed with the many religious not end Discipleship Pedro A. Moreno, curred to me that one possible outcome of such adults who already have been fully sacramen- are for- even has one hanging from her rearview mirror. sisters who walked about the Holy City. Their there. Af- O.P. an event might be that some tally initiated – perhaps even at- mer Cath- But, the enigmatic Saint Christopher, whoev- holiness, their religious habits, from various ter being Director, Office of people would be interested in Want to know more? tend Mass regularly – who want olics?) er he actually might be (originally Christopher communities, and their happiness and joy wounded was more like a Hispanic Ministry getting to know Jesus better. to know Jesus? As I prepared my list, I found that there are impressed the young girl so much that she ex- in battle, Since that is what we as a www.archokc.org/ This is an important question title and not an pressed an early desire to become one of them. certainly more parishes than there would have her loving Church exist to do, I thought it new-evangelization/home to answer – I daresay, perhaps actual name), is But, her parents had other plans. been four years ago that could handle a dozen husband might be a good idea to make [email protected] the most important question for not and never Shortly after entering her teenage years, she or more people showing up and asking about would a list of parishes in the archdi- (405) 709-2721 parish leadership teams, pastoral has been the was married to Lorenzo Ponziani, commander how to know Jesus. But, I cannot help but succumb to his wounds when she was in her ocese that have been working councils and parish councils. patron saint of of the papal troops of Rome. This marriage, a wish there were more. mid-50s. But, this widow continued her pious on that, to include in the gift First, it’s what we exist for. drivers. He is very loving one, lasted for more than 40 years. and charitable works. bags that were given to those who attended. Saint John Paul II said, “The Church wishes This month marks four years since Arch- the patron saint While Lorenzo dealt with his military issues, She founded the Olivetan Oblates of Mary, a I asked myself – suppose a dozen or so peo- to serve this single end: that each person may bishop Coakley called us to develop a culture of travelers. our saint would invite confraternity of pious women. She also founded ple were to come through the door of a given be able to find Christ, in order that Christ may of intentional discipleship in our parishes in The actual her sister, Vannozza, to a convent for common life. She received ap- parish and say simply, “I’ve been Catholic my walk with each person the path of life” (Re- his pastoral letter “Go Make Disciples.” It also patron saint of car drivers is a lovely Italian join her to pray, visit the proval of Pope Eugene IV to establish a reli- whole life, but I don’t know Jesus very well at deemer of Man, 13). marks the 25th anniversary of the U.S. Catho- woman who was born in 1384. This is nearly poor, care for the sick gious congregation of nuns. A community that all. Is there a way for me to get to know Jesus Secondly, the failure to provide processes like lic bishop’s document “Go and Make Disciples.” 100 years before Leonardo da Vinci’s self-pro- and be involved in vari- in this parish?” this is the most common reason people walk If you are ready to make the Church’s main pelled vehicle was sketched out on paper, 400 ous other acts of charity became known as the Oblates of Saint Frances Let yourself imagine your way into that ques- away from Catholicism to join an evangelical mission a priority in your parish, we are ready years before Nicolas-Joseph Cugnot of France with those most in need. of Rome. tion in your own parish. Does your parish have church. (Did you know that upwards of 60 to help you. built a steam tractor for the military, 450 Her example was con- She loved Jesus and served Him present in years before Robert Anderson of Scotland built tagious, and she moti- the poor and suffering. She motivated many an electric carriage and 500 years before Karl vated others to do the others to do the same. She died before her 60th Friedrich Benz of Germany built the first actu- same. One source on her birthday. Catholic Foundation offers estate planning Reporting abuse, al gasoline-powered automobile. life mentions that she She was canonized in 1608, and in 1925 Even more impressive, while headlamps for became known by the Pope Pius XI declared her the patron saint of continuing education course pastoral response automobiles didn’t arrive until the 20th centu- nickname “the queen.” automobile drivers because of a legend that her The Catholic Foundation of earned her doctorate degree from including the transfer tax. Estate hotline ry, this model of Christian living had already Her marriage was a guardian angel used to light the road in front Oklahoma is presenting a continu- Boston University’s School of Law, planning considerations in the face been traveling at night with her own unique fruitful one. Six children were born in the Ponz- of her with a lantern when she would go out at ing education program this fall graduating cum laude. While at- of legislative uncertainties. The Archdiocese of Oklaho- headlamp leading her way in the darkness of iani family. Sadly, two died during the plague. night to help those in need. ma City through its programs, Rome back in the 14th century. Wars and many other hardships did away with Saint Frances of Rome, patroness of drivers, entitled Estate Planning 2017. The tending law school, she served as Course Topic 3 organizations and events, has Her life was a bit uncommon. She was born her family’s wealth and many possessions, but program will be held Friday, Nov. a member of the American Journal Charitable Planning with Retire- pray for us. 17, from 8 a.m. to Noon at the of Law and Medicine. Additionally, numerous daily contacts with ment Assets includes examining many children and young peo- Catholic Pastoral Center. Lauren earned her Master of Laws various techniques for including ple. It is, therefore important The course is geared toward degree in taxation and an estate charities in the disposition of that all archdiocesan personnel, Mercy announces executive attorneys, accountants, finan- planning certificate from George- qualified retirement plan assets. clergy, seminarians, religious, cial planners and trust officers. town Law Center in Washington, From the Archives … With an increasing amount of employees and volunteers, pro- The cost for the course is $50 in D.C. She is a graduate of Wash- director of philanthropy A photo series from George Rigazzi, archdiocesan archivist retirement account assets (prin- tect the rights of children and be advance and $75 the day of the ington and Lee University with a cipally in the form of IRAs and alert to the possibility for child course. bachelor’s degree in history. She Lori Cummins was recent- role there, she served for 12 years other retirement plan assets) abuse. The presenting sponsor for was selected for inclusion in the ly named executive director of as director of community relations being transferred in the estates Under Oklahoma law, all indi- the course is The Private Bank 2013-14 Leadership Oklahoma philanthropy with oversight of at Comanche County Memorial of decedents, there can be sizable viduals MUST report an incident foundation co-workers in El Reno, Hospital in Lawton before taking at Bank of Oklahoma. The 2017 City LOYAL Class IX, and was a or suspicion of sexual abuse of a presenters are Cynda Ottaway and recipient of the 2014 NextGen Un- taxable income to the beneficiaries Kingfisher, Logan County, Okla- on responsibilities as executive when they receive a payment. This minor (person under age 18) to homa City and Watonga as well as director of the foundation. Lauren Ottaway Johnson. Ottaway der 30 award and 2016 Achievers civil authorities. The Oklahoma topic explores ways to minimize or fundraising is a director of the Oklahoma City Under 40 award. Department of Human Ser- law firm Crowe and Dunlevy. She Course Topic 1 eliminate the transfer creating an responsibili- vices has established a state- ties in Okla- heads the firm’s Private Wealth Potpourri of Ideas with Con- income tax liability and the ways wide abuse reporting hotline for homa City. and Close- centration on that testamentary transfers to reporting: (800) 522-3511. This “I am ly-Held Busi- Recent Okla- charities are best structured. number is available 24 hours a For more information honored to ness Practice homa Develop- Course Topic 4 day, 7 days a week. If you feel a be a part of Group in the ments includes Ethics: Recommendations and child is in immediate danger of For more information or to register, the Mercy Oklahoma a discussion Guidelines for Engaging your Cli- harm call 9-1-1. contact (405) 721-4115 or jbohan@ family and City office. on transfer-on- ents includes scenarios to illus- For the safety of children archokc.org. Register online at www. to continue Her practice death convey- trate the proper use and improper and the healing of victims, the cfook.org. the mission focuses on ances and ac- use of engagement letters. Be- archdiocese provides an Abuse set forth by estate plan- counts, recent cause of the critical importance of of Minors Pastoral Response the Sisters ning, trust and estate administra- legislation to provide default of engagement letters, the American Hotline for reporting the abuse tion and litigation and planning health care representatives in the of a minor (in the past or pres- of Mercy 190 College of Trust and Estate Coun- years ago,” for closely-held family business- absence of advance directives or sel organization has developed ent) by a member of the clergy es. She has experience in wealth durable powers of attorney, review or other church personnel: (405) Cummins a series of forms of engagement said. “The transfer techniques and assists last year’s legislation to adopt a 720-9878. The archdiocesan Lori Cummins letter. The sample engagement let- ugene J. McGuinness came to Oklahoma as the Coadjutor individuals and businesses with procedure in Oklahoma for doctors victims assistance coordinator, generosity ters address the ethical issues that Bishop in January 1945, due to the failing health of his succession planning. Ottaway and physicians to sign a “POLST,” a licensed professional counsel- and compas- may arise as a trust and estate friend Bishop . The two had worked togeth- serves as immediate past presi- which is a more detailed version of or, will respond to calls to the sion of the Oklahoma City commu- Cummins has a master’s de- E lawyer and a client collaborate in dent of the American College of a do-not-resuscitate order, consid- Archdiocesan Pastoral Response nity allows us to utilize the gifts gree in human relations from the er at the Catholic Church Extension Society (which Bishop Kelley establishing the nature and scope Trust and Estate Counsel and is a er pending legislation for decant- Hotline. and resources they entrust to us, University of Oklahoma and dual founded) in Chicago. McGuinness had been Bishop of Raleigh, frequent speaker and writer. ing trusts. of a representation. A report to the archdiocese to enable our physicians and staff bachelor’s degrees in communica- N.C., since 1937. His coming to Oklahoma was a lateral move that to provide innovative and compas- tions and psychology from Camer- Johnson is an associate in the Course Topic 2 The course is approved by the does not relieve the individual he accepted out of deference and respect for Kelley. McGuinness Oklahoma City office of Crowe and Estate Planning Current De- Mandatory Continuing Legal of the duty to report child abuse sionate care to all.” on University in Lawton. She has was energetic, beloved by his clergy, and bursting with enthu- Dunlevy. Her areas of practice in- velopments on a National Level Education Commission of Oklaho- to civil authorities as required Cummins has more than 30 completed additional doctorate siasm. He would be known as the “builder bishop.” In this years of professional experience work in communications at OU. clude wealth planning, tax-exempt includes a Top 10 list of major de- ma for a maximum of four credit by Oklahoma law. In Oklahoma, photo, he is seen breaking ground for the new seminary failure to report child abuse is a in health care development and She and her husband Kip have organizations, trusts and estates velopments in the estate planning hours, of which one hour is cred- (now the Catholic Pastoral Center). The priest to his left misdemeanor punishable by law. and taxation. She is a member world in the past year. Discussion it covering ethics. Certificates of marketing. been married 27 years. They are For more information, go on- is Msgr. Victor Reed who would succeed McGuinness in of the firm’s Private Wealth and of the effect of the new Trump ad- attendance are available for CFP, Most recently, she served as the parents of five daughters and line to www.archokc.org/ 1958. Closely Held Business and Tax- ministration and the Republican’s CPA and other forms of continuing director of development at Okla- have been active volunteers in safeenvironment. ARCHDIOCESE OF OKLAHOMA CITY ARCHIVES ation Practice Groups. Johnson proposals regarding tax reform, education. homa City University. Prior to her many community causes. 8 October 15, 2017 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic October 15, 2017 9

Kimberly Frisby and students. Photo provided. Okarche teacher wins honor ach year, teachers and staff By Ted King iary Bishop Daniel Mueggenborg. members are honored for service The Sooner Catholic This isn’t Frisby’s first honor. She to Catholic schools. Pictured are Okarche native Kimberly Frisby is was honored by Walmart/Sam’s E those teachers and staff members with the 2017 Kingfisher County Teacher Club for her work in the classroom five years, 10 years, 15 years, 20 years of the Year. She was given that hon- as 2007 Teacher of the Year. She and 25 years of service in the Archdiocese credits that honor to one of the par- or by listeners of KNID radio station of Oklahoma City. ents of her students who wrote an in Enid and was presented with Also receiving service awards, but not flowers and a gift card, which she essay nominating her. pictured, are Teresa Stotler from St. Philp gave to Holy Trinity Catholic School “God puts things in front of us Neri Catholic School for 30 years of ser- in Okarche. for a reason,” she said. She said Frisby, who has a dual certifica- her former students come up to vice and Jeanne Mennes from St. John tion/degree in elementary and early her in town and say, “We miss you! Nepomuk Catholic School for 35 years of childhood education from Oklahoma We love you! I wish you were our service. State University, was a first and sec- teacher for every grade!” Frisby said, ond grade teacher at Holy Trinity for “They make it all worthwhile.” 27 years. She is a cousin of Blessed Ted King is a freelance writer for Stanley Rother and of Seattle Auxil- the Sooner Catholic. Catholic Schools Office Superintendent Diane Floyd [email protected] (405) 721-4202

Google donates laptops to Cristo Rey OKC

Students participating in Cristo Rey Oklahoma City companies. The income earned by each student Catholic High School’s Corporate Work Study Pro- offsets the majority of their tuition costs. Cristo Rey gram will each be outfitted with a MacBook laptop, OKC will open its doors to its first class of students in courtesy of a generous donation from Google. Fall 2018. The company donated 150 refurbished laptops, Cristo Rey OKC President Renee Porter said the enough for every student in Cristo Rey OKC’s fresh- school is thrilled to have Google’s support. man class, as part of its Google Goodware program “Our mission is to provide a world-class educa- Archbishop Coakley cele- that supports nonprofits. tion to students who otherwise would not be able to brated Mass on Sept. 21 for “Cristo Rey’s Corporate Work Study Program is receive one,” Porter said. “That would not be possible the residents at The Center of providing students with valuable work skills and without corporate partners like Google who share Family Love in Okarche. putting them on a path “It is to success,” said Andrew Silvestri, Google’s regional always a head of community affairs. joy and “We are grateful to be able blessing to support their education to have the with technology that will en- archbishop able them to hone the skills visit and celebrate Mass, and they need to succeed both Fr. Chris Brashears (top) speaks during the Catholic Radio Benefit our residents loved seeing in school and in their future careers.” that vision and commitment to educating a new gen- Luncheon on Oct. 4 at Christ the King in Oklahoma City. Cami him!” said Chasity Ladd, Cristo Rey OKC is a new school that exclusively eration of motivated, highly-skilled Oklahomans. We Rowe (left) also spoke about Oklahoma Catholic Radio and its im- development coordinator for serves children from families with limited economic are extremely grateful for their support and for the pact. To learn more about Catholic Radio, visit the Center of Family Love. means. It is part of the national Cristo Rey Network investment they are making in our students.” okcatholicbroadcasting.com. Photos Diane Clay/Sooner Catholic. Photos provided. known for its unique work study program in which To apply to Cristo Rey Oklahoma City Catholic High students work one day a week at local partnering Schoo, go online to CristoReyOKC.org. 10 October 15, 2017 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic October 15, 2017 11 Inspiration in a dark place Jobs Box Director of parish life Communications coordinator Director of youth and campus relationship skills with the ability By J.E. Helm little as 84 pounds. Detainees started foraging Franciscans as a novice, taking the name of St. John Nepomuk, Yukon, is The Archdiocese of Oklahoma ministry to approach people in a manner The Sooner Catholic through compost piles, so the guards began Maximilian Maria. He was ordained in 1918. seeking a director of parish life. The City has an immediate opening The Archdiocese of Oklahoma that creates harmony and pro- Most people are aware of the mass murders, urinating there. The starving men pilfered While still in , he was struck with tuber- position provides organizational for a communications coordinator City is seeking a full-time director motes cooperation and collabora- atrocities and attempts at genocide committed scraps from SS trash cans, and when it rained, culosis, a disease which afflicted him until his direction and administrative leader- to be part of the Stewardship and of youth, young adult and campus tion, ability to effectively interact by the Nazis at places whose names are linked they ate the worms and slugs that surfaced death in Auschwitz. Despite his ill health, Max- ship to St. John Nepomuk church Development team. The position ministry. The position includes in a professional and pastoral to the worst in human nature, places like Aus- from the soil. imilian began the publication of a newspaper, and school under general oversight is responsible for managing dig- direct leadership of all archdioc- manner with unique and divergent chwitz, Sobibor, Treblinka and Dachau. A wall of electrified barbed wire surrounded “The Knight of the Immaculate,” which would of the pastor. An ideal candidate ital media and communications esan youth evangelization and personalities, ability to work in a the camp, and guards with ma- would a faithful, committed Cath- programs related to the implemen- What people may go on to become a great success. discipleship efforts, oversight of multicultural environment, ability chine guns manned the towers. olic who has a bachelor degree or tation of the “One Church, Many young adult and campus ministry to maintain confidentiality, abili- not know is that The small friary at Grodno from The priests were used as slave equivalent in theology, communi- Disciples” campaign undertaken by efforts, and the summer youth ty and willingness to support the Hitler eventually which he published the paper became cations, business administration, the archdiocese. The team is being revealed his true labor and subjected to the Nazi’s camp program. Bachelor’s degree vision and values of the Archdio- notorious medical experiments too crowded. Almost miraculously, public relations or related field; expanded to support the implemen- hatred of religion in in theology, religious education cese of Oklahoma City; bilingual to study malaria, infection and Maximilian obtained the land and at least five years demonstrated tation of a $55 million comprehen- general and Christi- or related field required; master’s in Spanish desired. Send inquiries hypothermia. financial backing to found Niepokala- competence managing multiple sive capital fundraising campaign anity, in particular. degree preferred. Previous experi- and resumes to nlargent@archokc. Zeller describes how “Father now, “Marytown, the City of the Im- responsibilities; mastery of office that will be implemented in 108 At the concentration ence in leading youth ministry on org. Anthony Rieser … was forced maculate.” “By 1937,” Stone relates, computer software; and at least five churches. The successful candi- camp at Dachau, three of the 30 barracks the diocesan and/or parish level a by an SS guard to make a “Niepokalanow had become the largest years successful work experience in date will be highly organized, have were reserved for members of the clergy. The must. Significant background with Parish campaign director crown of barbed wire and to friary in the world.” a parish environment. Go online to excellent written, verbal and social majority of these inmates were Polish Catholic leadership training and ministry The Archdiocese of Oklahoma wear it.” Other inmates were In 1939, Germany invaded Poland, www.sjnok.org. Submit resumes to media communication skills. Famil- City has an immediate opening priests, and this is the story detailed by Guil- formation highly desired. Bilingual forced “to dance around him, [email protected]. iarity with social media platforms in Spanish preferred. Send inqui- for a parish campaign director to laume Zeller in “The Priest Barracks: Dachau, and Father Kolbe sent all but 38 friars strike him, and spit on him… is required. Send inquiries and ries and resumes to nlargent@ be part of the Stewardship and 1938-1945.” home from Niepokalanow. in a horrifying parody of the Fifth grade teacher – Ponca City resumes to [email protected]. archokc.org. Development team. The position Beyond detailed description of Dachau’s Maximilian was arrested in Septem- Passion.” St. Mary Catholic School has an is responsible for managing the horrors, he presents well-researched facts and ber 1939, but then the prisoners were Eighteen priests volunteered to serve in the immediate opening for a fifth-grade Director of marriage and family implementation of parish capital figures. Zeller writes that “2,579 priests, monks released, and Maximilian returned to Niepoka- Director of adult formation and barracks quarantined by typhus. All of the teacher. Applicant should be certi- life leadership development campaigns within “One Church, and Catholic seminarians … were imprisoned lanow. volunteers “were contaminated by typhus, and fied in Oklahoma. Contact Princi- The Archdiocese of Oklahoma The Archdiocese of Oklahoma Many Disciples,” the first compre- in the Dachau camp by the Nazis from 1938 to Father Kolbe was arrested again in February several of them departed from this life as a pal Marilyn Nash for application. City is seeking a full-time director City is seeking a full-time director hensive archdiocesan campaign 1945” and “1,034 gave up their lives.” Sixty-five 1941. The Gestapo took him to Warsaw where result,” Zeller writes. of marriage and family life minis- of adult formation and leader- undertaken by the archdiocese. percent were Polish, and Poles made up 84 he was sent to the dreaded Pawiak prison; Amazingly, the Vatican was able to negotiate Constituent services coordinator try. The position includes direct ship development. The position The fast-paced role allows direc- percent of those who died. there, a guard beat him so cruelly that in his on behalf of the priests and obtain for them The Archdiocese of Oklahoma leadership of all archdiocesan includes direct leadership of all tors to work in a major capital Catholics and non-Catholics alike were already weakened state (with TB), he developed “the right to say or assist at Mass in a chapel.” City has an immediate opening for marriage and family life efforts, archdiocesan formation efforts for campaign environment with guid- arrested, Zeller explains, for “ownership of a Access to the chapel was forbidden to laymen, pneumonia. a constituent services coordinator with oversight of marriage prepa- adults, with an emphasis on form- ance from top-level fundraising forbidden book, clippings from tendentious and eventually the Nazis restricted use of the Father Kolbe by sent to Auschwitz by train in to be a part of the Stewardship ration, marriage enrichment and ing missionary disciples at all lev- consultants. Bilingual English/ newspapers, personal letters critical of the re- chapel to only German and Austrian priests. one of the Reich’s notorious cattle cars. Despite and Development team. The po- various support services to fami- els. A master’s degree in theology Spanish; highly organized; ex- gime, signs of religious proselytism.” The light of Christ glowed as a “clandestine his weakened condition, Maximilian was forced sition is responsible for gift pro- lies, including single parents and or related field required. Previous cellent written, verbal and social “The Priest Barracks” includes an actual networks were set up to distribute commu- to perform heavy labor. Henry Sienkiewicz, a cessing, donor acknowledgment, the divorced. Bachelor’s degree in experience leading adult formation media communication skills. diagram of the camp. Zeller explains that each nion throughout the camp.” Priests heard survivor of Auschwitz, later told of how, seeing constituent research, data orga- theology or marriage and family life as well as teaching background Familiarity with Raiser’s Edge or of the barracks, or blocks, was some 109 yards confessions while seemingly engaged in casual the priest unable to move a wheelbarrow full of nization and reporting on gifts. required; master’s degree preferred. and curriculum development other CRM databases preferred. by 11 yards. There were triple bunks with conversation. One was ordained a priest in gravel, Sienkiewicz offered to help. Seeing this, Excellent technical computer skills Previous experience in leading a must. Bilingual in Spanish a Send inquiries and resumes to straw mattresses and straw pillows. In autumn Dachau by a French bishop. a guard became enraged, beat with an advanced competency in family life ministry on the diocesan plus. Send inquiries and resumes [email protected]. of 1941, new arrivals were crammed into this Finally, American forces liberated the camp both with a whip, then Excel and multiple types of data- and/or parish level a must. Signif- to [email protected]. same space, forcing the inmates to sleep sever- on April 29, 1944. Many priests stayed on to forced Sienkiewicz to bases. Experience with Raiser’s icant background with leadership Field agent al on a mattress and on the floor between the attend to the last of the inmates. The chapel Edge preferred. Strong communi- training and ministry formation sit in the wheelbarrow IT help desk assistant The Knights of Columbus is bunks. remained open, and all nationalities went there cation, customer service and orga- highly desired. Bilingual in Spanish as Maximilian strug- The Archdiocese of Oklahoma seeking a full-time field agent for Food was supposed to be sufficient to main- to say Mass. Zeller describes the victorious nizational skills required. Send in- a plus. Send inquiries and resumes gled to move the heavy City is seeking a part-time IT help insurance program in Oklahoma. tain strength, but when these rations were cut erection “of a very tall cross, about (39 feet) quiries and resumes to nlargent@ to [email protected]. load. Maximilian told desk assistant to provide IT sup- The position works in an assigned in 1942, starvation ensued. The average pris- high and an set up on the “Appelplatz,” archokc.org. port to staff and visitors of the and exclusive marketing area to Sienkiewicz not to lose oner weighed 110 pounds; some weighed as where the flogging sessions and the execu- Catholic Pastoral Center. High sell and service insurance and re- faith. “Everything we tions … used to take place.” school diploma required; college tirement products; performs needs suffer is for the Immac- An antidote to the tragedy of degree or certificate from a vo- analysis for assigned members and ulate . Even here, Archdiocese receives “The Priest Barracks” is Elaine cational/technical school is pre- recommends appropriate products Murray Stone’s “Maximilian we must pray for those stewardship recognition ferred. Excellent computer skills to meet those needs; and devel- Kolbe: Saint of Auschwitz.” who harm us.” necessary as well as the ability to ops positive relationships with the Saint Maximilian is well The book has a forward The 55th annual International solve problems and troubleshoot. local councils to help recruit new known and highly revered for written by Ted Wojtkow- Catholic Stewardship Conference Customer service experience is members. Applicant must be eligi- his willingness to take the place ski. He was there the day the Nazis selected was held in Atlanta Sept. 27-20. usually required. The computer ble for membership in the Knights of another inmate sentenced 10 men to die for one man who had escaped. Each year, dioceses across the support technician should have of Columbus. Contact Kevin to death in the camp’s dreaded One man, Francis Gajowniczek, imprisoned for country are asked to submit ma- strong communication skills and Pierce, FICF, general agent, Kevin. starvation cell. helping the Polish Underground, was selected, terials from annual appeals and be able to converse with and [email protected], (405) 514-7660. Stone’s book is a complete and he pleaded to be spared, saying “Please, stewardship programs. support those employees who are biography of this remarkable Out of 57 entries, the Archdio- not technologically proficient. The Music director/organist - Enid saint. He came from devout I have a wife and two children. I’ll never see cese of Oklahoma City won first position also requires knowledge St. , Enid, is seek- parents who, after all three of them again!” To everyone’s astonishment, Fa- place in two separate categories of basic hardware and software ing a full-time music director and their sons were placed in the ther Kolbe stepped forward and said, “I wish to functions and networking. Organi- organist. Degree in music desired. seminary, entered religious life take this man’s place.” – Annual Appeal and Total Stew- zational skills essential. Send in- Experience and knowledge of the on their own. His request was granted, and he joined the ardship Effort. The 2017 Annual quiries and resumes to nlargent@ music tradition of the Catholic The future saint was born in nine other men in the starvation bunker of Catholic Appeal is on track to archokc.org. Church needed. Includes wed- 1894. As a young boy (whose Building 13. They were put into the dark cell reach its expanded goal of $3.5 Very Rev. Andrew Kemberling, chair- dings, funerals, quincineras and name was Raymond), this saint completely naked and left to die. Another million to help fund diocese-wide man of the ICSC board of directors, Administrative assistant Holy Days. Contact Fr. Irwin at had a vision of Our Lady as he witness, Bruno Borgowiec, relates that it was ministries that impact all parish and Peter de Keratry. Photo provided. The Archdiocese of Oklahoma (580) 237-0812 or frjosephirwin@ prayed before a family altar that communities. his job to enter this cell each day and remove City is seeking a full-time adminis- yahoo.com. carried a statue of Our Lady of The Total Stewardship Effort said Peter de Keratry, executive the dead. “Each time, I was greeted by fervent trative assistant to provide clerical Czestochowa, the patroness of recognizes the archdiocesan effort director of Stewardship and De- prayers and hymns to the Holy Virgin. “Even- and organization support for the Poland. Mary showed the young to help parishes to more fully velopment for the archdiocese. Birth Choice volunteers needed tually, they were too weak to sing or pray. Birth Choice is in serious need of boy two crowns. One was red, utilize electronic giving in Mass Archbishop Coakley created Office of Vocations, Seminarians After two weeks, only four of the prisoners symbolizing martyrdom, and offertory, the Living Faith month- the Office of Stewardship and and Permanent Diaconate. The volunteers who will mentor clients were still alive. The camp doctor was called one was white, signifying celi- ly prayer and giving program that Development in 2016 to elevate position requires someone highly and help with clerical work. Con- to go in and inject the four with carbolic acid; bacy and chastity. Mary asked supports seminarians, and other the overall stewardship effort and organized with excellent computer tact Barbara at (405) 606-8428. the young Kolbe which crown they died immediately. initiatives. to systemically increase support skills for recordkeeping, database he desired, and he replied that Father was canonized in “Recognition from our peers available for parish and diocesan reports, correspondence, promo- he wanted them both. Our Lady Rome on October 10, 1982. in the field is a testament to the ministries. tional materials, mailings, etc. smiled, then disappeared. J.E. Helm is a freelance writer for the Sooner leadership of Archbishop Coakley To learn more, go online to Must have knowledge and ability In 1910, Raymond entered the Catholic. and the dedication of our team,” www.archokc.org/stewardship. to use social media platforms, To see more job openings, go on- strong and positive interpersonal line to www.soonercatholic.org. 12 October 15, 2017 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic October 15, 2017 13 Lánzate a lo más Profundo Luke 5:4 ¡Muévete San Cristóbal! Esta señora es la “Vayan y Hagan Discípulos:” patrona de los que están en el asiento del conductor Manteniendo la visión También es la patrona de los Oblatos Benedictinos y las viudas Muchas medallas de San Cristóbal han sido Su vida era un poco fuera de lo común. Nació baron con Estos días ha sido estimulantes para los proceso de Transformación de la Catequesis los católicos de entregadas a nuevos dueños de autos y con- en una familia rica y rodeada de muchas ven- la riqueza católicos en la Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma City. de Adolescentes en varias de nuestras parro- Oklahoma. ductores jóvenes a lo largo de los años. Una de tajas y comodidades. Cuando era muy joven, y muchas Pedro A. Moreno, Todavía estamos disfrutando del alegre resp- quias y escuelas. Espero con interés que ese Finalmente, la mis hijas incluso tiene una medalla colgando se impresionó con las muchas religiosas que pose- O.P. landor de la reciente beatificación del Beato proceso se complete en los lugares donde se tercera priori- de su espejo retrovisor. caminaban por la Ciudad Santa. Su santidad, siones de Director, Oficina de Stanley Rother. inició, y espero que se amplíe a muchas otras dad que hemos Pero, el enigmático San Cristóbal, quienqui- sus hábitos religiosos, de varias comunidades, su familia, Ministerio Hispano Durante estos días tan ocupados, probable- articulado es era que sea (Cristóbal era más bien un título y y su felicidad y alegría, impresionaron tanto pero su mente pasó desapercibido que también marca- Arzobispo Pablo S. Coakley no un nombre real), no es y nunca ha sido el a la joven que expresó un deseo temprano de “Ministerio His- sufrimien- mos el cuarto aniversario de la publicación de santo patrón de convertirse en una de ellas. Pero sus padres pano”. Los latinos son quienes están al frente to no ter- mi carta pastoral “Vayan y Hagan Discípulos”, los conducto- tenían otros planes. minó allí. Después de ser herido en batalla, su que articulaba una visión estratégica para la de la creciente de nuestra población católica res. Es el santo Poco después de entrar en su adolescencia, arquidiócesis. en Oklahoma. Se está trabajando mucho en patrón de los se casó con Lorenzo Ponziani, comandante de esposo sucumbiría a sus heridas cuando ella En ese documento, establecí un programa de el primer objetivo en este ámbito prioritario. viajeros. las tropas papales de llegó a sus 50 años. Pero esta viuda continuó cinco años. Me complace informar que hemos Providencialmente, está siendo ayudado por la La auténtica Roma. Este matrimo- con sus obras piadosas y caritativas. avanzado considerablemente hacia el logro de beatificación del Beato Stanley Rother. patrona de los nio, muy amoroso, duró Fundó los Oblatos Olivetana de María, una las metas delineadas. A medida que desarrollamos nuestros planes conductores de más de 40 años. cofradía de mujeres piadosas. También fundó La visión general de “Vayan y Hagan Discípu- para un hermoso santuario para honrar al automóviles es Mientras Lorenzo un convento para la vida común. Recibió la los” es llevarnos del mantenimiento de la fe a una mujer ital- trataba de sus asuntos aprobación del Papa Eugenio IV para esta- Beato Stanley Rother, también podremos la misión de ir formando discípulos misioneros iana encantadora que nació en 1384. Esto es militares, nuestra santa blecer una congregación religiosa de monjas. aliviar el hacinamiento que han estado exper- que estén ardiendo con el amor de Cristo. Iden- casi 100 años antes de que el vehículo auto- invitaría a su hermana, Una comunidad que se conoció como los Obla- imentando muchas de nuestras parroquias tificamos tres prioridades pastorales alrededor propulsado de Leonardo da Vinci fuera esboza- Vannozza, a reunirse tos de Santa Francisca Romana. que sirven a los católicos de habla hispana en de las cuales se utilizarían nuestros recursos y do en papel, 400 años antes de que Nicolas-Jo- con ella para orar, visi- Amaba a Jesús y le servía a Él que estaba el área metropolitana. El santuario servirá no energías diocesanas. seph Cugnot de Francia construyó un tractor tar a los pobres, cuidar presente entre los pobres y los que sufren. Ella La primera prioridad es “La Nueva Evangeli- de vapor para los militares, 450 años antes de sólo como un lugar de peregrinación y ven- a los enfermos y par- motivó a muchos otros a hacer lo mismo y mu- zación”. Este término fue usado con frecuencia que Robert Anderson de Escocia construyera ticipar en otros actos eración para honrar al Beato Stanley Rother, rió antes de cumplir sus 60 años. por san Juan Pablo II y el papa Benedicto para un carro eléctrico y 500 años antes de que de caridad con los más sino también será una gran iglesia católica Fue canonizada en 1608 y en 1925 el Papa describir la necesidad de reavivar el impul- para los principales eventos diocesanos y un Karl Friedrich Benz de Alemania construyera el necesitados. Su ejemplo so misionero de la Iglesia de Pentecostés en primer automóvil propulsado por gasolina. fue contagioso, y motivó a otros a hacer lo mis- Pío XI la declaró Patrona de los Conductores lugar de adoración y de formar discípulos mi- nuestro tiempo actual. Hemos identificado dos Aún más impresionante, mientras que los mo. Una fuente sobre su vida menciona que la de Automóviles debido a una leyenda en que sioneros, especialmente, aunque no exclusiva- objetivos claves para avanzar en la búsqueda faros para automóviles no llegaron hasta el Si- conocían por el apodo de “la reina”. su ángel de la guarda solía iluminar el camino de esta prioridad: crear una oficina de Nueva mente, a una creciente población hispana. glo XX, este modelo de vida cristiana ya había Su matrimonio fue fructífero. Seis niños delante de ella con una linterna cuando salía Evangelización e iniciar un plan de Evangeli- Hemos completado el segundo objetivo en el estado viajando de noche con su propio faro nacieron en la familia Ponziani. Lamentable- de noche para ayudar a aquellos en necesidad. zación Parroquial. área prioritaria del Ministerio Hispano. A fines único que iluminaba su camino en la oscuri- mente, dos murieron durante la peste negra. Santa Francisca Romana, patrona de los con- Cumplimos con el primer objetivo estableci- de septiembre, la primera clase de casi 200 dad de Roma en el siglo XIV. Las guerras y muchas otras dificultades aca- ductores, ruega por nosotros. endo la Oficina de la Nueva Evangelización y Para descargar la carta pastoral del estudiantes adultos hispanos se graduaron de contratando a Carole Brown como su directora. Arzobispo Coakley en inglés o la nueva Escuela de Formación de San Juan El segundo objetivo ha sido un poco más de- español, visite www.archokc.org. Diego. Muchos de esos adultos continuarán Reportando Abuso/Línea Directa de Respuesta Pastoral safiante. A medida que trabajábamos hacia ese sirviendo en sus parroquias y comunidades, objetivo, nos convencimos cada vez más de que La Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma City a través de sus programas, or- Para la seguridad de los niños y recuperación de las víctimas, la Ar- ayudando a muchos otros a llegar a una expe- ganizaciones y eventos, cuenta con numerosos contactos diarios con había necesidad de cambios estructurales y parroquias y escuelas. Hemos visto un aumen- quidiócesis de Oklahoma City ofrece una línea directa para denunciar riencia más profunda de su fe. muchos niños y jóvenes. Es, por lo tanto importante que todo el per- organizacionales para facilitar nuestro renova- to en las oportunidades de formación de la fe el abuso de un menor (pasado o presente) por un miembro del clero u do enfoque en la misión dentro de la cancillería Al reflexionar sobre estos últimos cuatro sonal de la Arquidiócesis, el clero, seminaristas, religiosos, empleados otro personal de la Iglesia: (405) 720-9878. El Coordinador de la Ar- de adultos, pero nuevamente con el proceso arquidiocesana. años, quisiera agradecer a tantos que han y voluntarios, protejan los derechos de los niños y estar atentos a la quidiócesis de Asistencia a las Víctimas, un consejero profesional con de reestructuración no hemos visto resultados posibilidad de algún maltrato infantil. Con el tiempo, hemos crecido en claridad y acogido, abrazado e incluso celebrado la visión cedula, responderá a las llamadas a la Línea de Ayuda Pastoral de la medidos de ese aumento. En virtud de la Ley del Estado de Oklahoma, todos los individuos comprensión sobre lo que hay que hacer. El de “Vayan y Hagan Discípulos”. Su pasión por Arquidiócesis. DEBEN informar de un incidente o sospecha de abuso sexual de un año pasado ha sido testigo La enorme concurrencia a la Misa de Be- Cristo y su discipulado, su menor (persona menor de 18 años de edad) a las autoridades civiles. El Un reporte a la Arquidiócesis no excusa al individuo de la obligación de un tremendo esfuerzo de apertura al Espíritu, han sido de denunciar el abuso infantil a las autoridades civiles como lo requiere reorganización dentro de la Departamento de Servicios Humanos ha establecido una Línea directa un fuerza motriz detrás de la la Ley del Estado de Oklahoma. En Oklahoma, el no reportar el abuso cancillería. Esto ha redundado Metas mensurables de Vayan y Hagan Discípulos: para reportar abusos a nivel estatal para reportar: (800) 522-3511. Este implementación y realización infantil es un delito penado por la ley. en la reorientación de varios número está disponible las 24 horas del día, 7 días a la semana. Si ust- de los objetivos esbozados en ed se siente un niño está en peligro inmediato de daño llame al 9-1-1. Para más información, visite www.archokc.org/safeenvironment. departamentos para facilitar 1. NUEVA EVANGELIZACIÓN mi carta. una colaboración más estrecha Crear una Oficina de la Nueva Evangelización en la Al conmemorar este cuatro para la misión. Esto incluyó Arquidiócesis para el 1 de noviembre de 2013. Iniciar un plan Peregrinación a las Tierras la reorganización física de aniversario, espero con ansia Arquidiocesano para la Nueva Evangelización en 20 a 30 parroquias y to- Sagradas de Israel y Jordania los espacios de trabajo para das las oficinas diocesanas para el 1 de noviembre de 2014. el próximo año y dar orient- fomentar la colaboración entre aciones para el futuro. La El Padre Don Wolf conducirá una pere- los departamentos afines. En 2. FORMACIÓN EN LA FE nueva Secretaría de Evange- grinación a las Tierras Sagradas de Israel consecuencia, tenemos ahora Poner en marcha un proceso de un año de duración “Transformando la lización y Catequesis volverá y Jordania del 9 al 18 de abril de 2018. una nueva Secretaría de Evan- Catequesis de los Adolescentes” en 12 a 16 parroquias y escuelas católicas a involucrarse en un proceso Este tour será en español. Caminar en gelización y Catequesis con el de la Arquidiócesis para el 30 de noviembre de 2014. Aumentar la partic- muy similar al que hicimos los pasos de Jesús a través de Cesar- Director Ejecutivo Jim Beck- ipación en las oportunidades de formación en la fe para adultos de un 5 a antes: sesiones de escucha, ea Marítima, Monte. Carmelo, Nazaret, man, quien coordina el trabajo un 10 por ciento en toda la Arquidiócesis para el 1 de julio de 2015. Cana, Capernaum, paseo en barco por el de varios departamentos en encuestas, trabajo en comi- tés, etc. Evaluaremos nuestro Mar de Galilea, Monte de las Bienaven- torno a las prioridades clave. 3. MINISTERIO HISPANO turanzas, Monte. Tabor, Jordania Sitio progreso en todas estas metas, Jim comenzó esta posición a Comenzar la implementación de un plan para aliviar el hacinamiento en del bautismo del río, Jerusalén, Jerash, recalibrando y determinando principios de agosto. las iglesias con significativa población hispana en el área metropolitana de Tel Safut, Anjara, Petra, y Amman. La segunda área prioritaria Oklahoma City para el 1 de mayo de 2014. Inscribir participantes en el qué debe hacerse para ter- Todo incluido con vuelos de ida y vuel- articulada en “Vayan y Hagan primer curso de un programa de formación básica en la fe para adultos en minar lo que empezamos, y ta desde OKC, desayunos y cenas, Misa Discípulos” es “Formación en español en la Arquidiócesis de Oklahoma City para el 1 de junio de 2014. proporcionaremos una visión diaria, alojamiento de lujo, admisión en la Fe”. Las metas esbozadas y dirección para que la ar- el sitio y cuotas de frontera. $4,549.00 para esta prioridad han estado quidiócesis avance. por persona Se requiere un depósito de algo estancadas debido a las atificación, a la que asistieron unas 20,000 Espero poder compartir más con ustedes $300 por persona para el 4 de diciembre, transiciones de liderazgo y al proceso de ree- con saldo pendiente el 24 de enero. structuración. La nueva Secretaría de Evange- personas y la gran multitud de más de 4,000 sobre esto en el próximo año. ¡Es realmente que se reunieron una semana más tarde para un momento emocionante para ser católico en Llame a Melani Roewe al (405) 293- lización y Catequesis recogerá estas tareas y 2003 o (877) 669-9387 o envíe un correo el evento Católico Dinámico de Matthew Kelly, Oklahoma! ¡Beato Stanley Rother, ruega por las llevará a término. electrónico a [email protected] para nosotros! Mientras tanto, hemos lanzado un nuevo son ciertamente signos de una fe vibrante entre obtener más información. http://bit.ly/ RevWolfHolyLand 14 October 15, 2017 Sooner Catholic Sooner Catholic October 15, 2017 15 Calendar Briefs This calendar only covers the two weeks between issue dates and may not reflect all of the calendar items. To see a full calendar, go to www.soonercatholic.org. Rother Heritage Gallery star hotels, most meals and more. The Heritage Gallery at the Sites include Palermo, Agrigento, October ing 5 p.m. Mass, and Sunday Call (405) 722-2110 or visit craft fair and open house 10 Catholic Pastoral Center, 7501 Siracusa, Taormina, Sorrento, following 11 a.m. Mass. www.JohnMichaelTalbot.com. a.m. – 2 p.m., 7501 W. Brit- ton Rd., OKC. Northwest Expressway, continues Pompeii and Rome. Traveling 15 Anniversary Mass 3 p.m. – 4 p.m. at The Cathedral of Our 18 Feast of St. Luke the Evange- “Discipleship with the Saints” to present “The Shepherd Cannot north to the Eternal City of Rome, 23 Lady of Perpetual Help, 3214 list. 7 p.m. at St. - 26 Bingo at St. James 6:30 p.m., Run: A Retrospective on the Life stops at many examples of Ancient N. Lake Ave., OKC. er, 4201 S. McKinley Ave., 41st and S. McKinley. All of Father Stanley Rother.” The Greek and Roman Architecture at free exhibit is open 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. 19 Feast of Sts. John De Brebeuf OKC. Presentation on St. John games $10. the remains of some of wonderful Monday-Friday. Special tours ar- 15 Our Lady of Fatima Centen- and Issac Jogues, and Com- Paul II. temples, amphitheaters, and villas. ranged by calling (405) 721-5651, nial U.S. Tour for Peace at panions. 28 Feast of Sts. Simon and Jude. By Sally Crowe Nash Are you listening? Ext. 141. Also, we will get to ascend still-ac- St. Monica, 2001 N. Western 25 St. Ann Retirement Center fall tive Mt. Etna. Before reaching Ave., Edmond. 19 Charismatic Catholic prayer Rome, we will have the opportunity meeting, Thursdays 7 p.m., “Sally, I’m too old for this,” a the cause effectively. That does Western Barn and Dinner Dance Sponsored by the Knights of to visit the famous ruins of Pom- 15 Pray the Rosary for Life at Catholic Pastoral Center. friend of mine remarked after not mean you should not accept Ladies Auxiliary, the peii. A $400 deposit is required. 6:30 p.m. at the abortion cen- Contact Toni Calvey, (405) filling out a document to volun- a challenge and contribute event will be 7 p.m. – 11 p.m. Oct. Contact Fr. Carl Janocha at (580) ter, 2453 Wilcox Dr., Norman. 630-0539, tonicalvey1900@ teer. Then, at another meeting, more of yourself at the next lev- 21, at Corpus Christi, 1005 NE 395-2148 or e-mail cwjanocha@ In cases of inclement weath- gmail.com or visit www.Spiri- a volunteer said, “Maybe I was el. It does mean being realistic. 15th Street in OKC. Dinner is 7 kanokla.net for brochure. er, meet at the chapel at St. tOKC.org. too hasty in volunteering - May- Abandon the notion that God p.m. – 8:15 p.m. Live band, danc- , 100 Stinson The Lay Missionaries of Char- be God is telling me I do not is asking you to save the world. ing, dance contest, best costume 40 Days for Life St., Norman. Contact Connie 21 Lang, (405) 249-1041, potato. ity, the Secular (Lay) Order of belong in this organization.” He already tapped someone for king and queen crowned. Tickets From Sept. 27 to Nov. 5, people [email protected]. St. Teresa of Calcutta, meet- Let’s get the age excuse out that job. $20 (not sold at door). are invited to stand and peace- ing at St. Ann Nursing Home, of the way. Your relationship Your volunteer experience fully pray during a 40-day vigil 16 Our Lady of Fatima Centen- OKC. Mass at 9:30 a.m.; with God usually plays a role in will be much more satisfying if John Michael Talbot concert in the public right-of-way outside “A Lifetime of Music & Ministry,” nial U.S. Tour for Peace at meeting following. Contact whether you volunteer. Since you are ready to do whatever is the Planned Parenthood facility at 5 p.m. Oct. 22 at Epiphany of St. Damien, 8455 N.W. 234, Karen Banks (405) 396-9086 God is eternal, He casts a differ- asked of you. You may envision at 6112 N.W. 63. For informa- the Lord, 7336 W. Britton Rd., Edmond. or Toni Harrelson at (405) ent light on the notion of being yourself as the master of cer- OKC. $25 general seating ($35 at tion or to volunteer, contact Dale 341-2199. too old for something. God has emonies at the organization’s door), $50 VIP package. Call (405) Dirkschneider, (405) 209-0309, 17 Feast of St. Ignatius of An- projects for which He knows annual benefit dinner, but what 722-2110 or visit www.JohnMi- [email protected]; or tioch. 21 The community of the Secular you are the perfect person. Re- the organization may really chaelTalbot.com. Dick Smith, (405) 650-1603, dick- Order of the Blessed Virgin sponding slowly, or being easily need is someone to write and [email protected]. 17 Our Lady of Fatima Centen- Mary of Mt. Carmel and St. distracted by mail 50 thank Fall craft fair and open house nial U.S. Tour for Peace at Teresa of Jesus – Oklahoma Community and Province competing you notes to St. Ann Retirement Center is 40 Days for Life – Norman St. , 3901 S. Sunnylane Rd., Del City. of St. Therese, Little Flower responsibili- “Abandon the notion top donors. hosting a fall craft fair and open From Sept. 27 to Nov. 5, every- Church, OKC, Noon - 4:30 ties, may be that God is asking you Your contri- house 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Oct. 25 at one is invited to join 40 days of Monthly Novena to the In- p.m. Call Barbara Basgall to save the world. He 7501 W. Britton Rd., OKC. prayer vigil 7 a.m. – 7 p.m. at the 17 challenges for bution will be fant Jesus. Nine days of (405) 826-3860 or Susan Norman abortion center, 2453 you in getting already tapped someone valuable and novenas to the Infant Jesus Staudt (405) 473-6328. Arts and crafts show Wilcox Dr. Sign up for one or more the work done, for that job.” useful if you of Prague. During the nine The annual arts and craft show hours at 40daysforlife.com/nor- but when you accept whatev- at St. John Nepomuk, 600 Garth days, the novena prayers will 22 John Michael Talbot concert, man. Contact Connie Lang, (405) do finish, God er task you are Brooks Blvd., Yukon, is 9 a.m. - 3 be: Monday-Friday following 5 p.m. Epiphany of the Lord, 249-1041, [email protected]. is the beaming proud Father assigned. p.m. Oct. 28 in the parish activity Noon Mass, Saturday follow- 7336 W. Britton Rd., OKC. because you tackled it and gave Occasionally, Catholic radio center gym. More than 40 booths, Open house it your all. volunteers want to contribute raffle for a handmade quilt and Bishop McGuinness Catholic We all empathized with these in narrow, specific ways. People concession stand. Grab bags for High School will host its annu- Ranked the #1 Agency in the order volunteers, because we recog- offer to “read” ads or to utilize first 25 people Vendors contact al come and go open house for InIn SolidaritySolidarity withwith ourour PriestsPriests in 2015 and in the U.S. in 2016 nized ourselves at one time or their on-air skills. What these Patsy Ryan, (405) 834-3528. prospective students and parents another. My friend was honest people come to learn is that the Open house 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Nov. 5. and admitted what she had ne- duties they perceive as exciting Mount St. Mary Catholic High glected to do. She expected a re- or glamorous also have a pains- School is hosting its annual come- Turkey dinner sponse of no tolerance. Instead, taking, tedious component. The and-go open house 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. The annual turkey dinner at Sts. her colleagues offered comfort- worker - bee in the background Oct. 29. Contact Richard, Maria or Peter and Paul is 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. ing words and acceptance. They who cleans up the supply room, Jim, (405) 721-0747. Nov. 5 at 315 S. Main in Kingfish- moved forward to considering a or calls sponsors and donors er. Carry-outs available. Call the new timetable for her obligation. to make appointments is doing Pilgrimage to France church office, (405) 375-4616. Her lapse was a minor detour mundane work that ends up Join Fr. Ray Ackerman and Fr. John Peter Swaminathan on a for the endeavor. That was em- being just as meaningful as any Smorgasbord dinner Pilgrimage to France June 18- powering for everyone because it on-air obligation. The Pierce Agency 29, 2018. Visit the incorruptible The 68th annual St Joseph’s created an atmosphere of com- Volunteering can start in sim- saints Bernadette Soubiros, John Catholic Church Smorgasbord Kevin Pierce passion and forgiveness, which ple ways. The challenges mani- Vianney, Catherine Laboure and Dinner is Nov. 6. in the parish General Agent opened the door for creativity fest in all sorts of ways. That is Vincent de Paul. Visit holy sites hall, 1300 E Beverly Street, Ada. (877) 707-0752 and collaboration. how you know God is leading associated with their lives in Nev- Serving times: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. [email protected] A volunteer must evaluate you to a deeper commitment. ers, Paray Le Monial, Villefranche and 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. Tickets: $10 and prioritize. Consider what Once you have been called, be sur Saone, La Salette, Grenoble, pp., $5 children under the age of the organization attempts to ac- disposed to answer, “Behold, I Le Puy, Chartres, with two days 10 and children under 3 years are complish and whether you can have come to do your will” (He- in Lourdes and four days in Paris. free. Tickets may be purchased give time and effort to support brews 10:9). All-inclusive with roundtrip flights from parishioners, by contacting from OKC, breakfasts and din- the parish office or at the door on ners, daily Mass, deluxe lodging, the day of the event. Contact St. all site admissions. $4,549.00 pp. Joseph Catholic Church, (580) $300 pp deposit required by Feb. Oklahoma Catholic Radio Stations 332-4811. 13. Balance due April 4. Contact Our Founder: Father Michael J. McGivney OKC - 97.3 FM KKNG Tulsa - 94.9 FM KPIM Melani Roewe, (405) 642-8139, [email protected]. Vendor and craft fair Antlers - 90.3 FM KMAC Lawton - 88.3 FM KOEG From 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. Nov. 11 at We are proud to stand with our priests. Broken Arrow - 102.9 FM KPIM Prague - 88.3 FM KIOP Pilgrimage to Italy, Sicily St. Eugene Catholic Church, 2400 Clinton - 98.3 FM KFWG Ringwood - 104.9 FM KEUC Fr. Carl William Janocha and W. Hefner Rd, OKC. Proceeds ben- Thank you for all that you do! Edmond - 100.9 FM KSMJ Shawnee - 107.1 FM KOGD Fr. Daniel Grover will lead a pil- efit the St. Eugene Youth Group Elk City - 100.7 FM KPFS Woodward - 93.3 FM KFPP grimage to Italy and Sicily, Nov. Outreach Ministries Contact okcatholicbroadcasting.com 5-16, 2018. The trip is $3,779 pp., Christi Benites, candersen828@ LIFE INSURANCE DISABILITY INSURANCE LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE RETIREMENT ANNUITIES including airfare from OKC, four- gmail.com. 16 October 15, 2017 Sooner Catholic Pope recognizes martyrdom of Franciscans killed in

By Junno Arocho Esteves life, relocated the priest to anoth- class July 1, 1981. Archdiocese of Oklahoma City, er parish, in Quirigua. However, Father Merluzzo and Arroyo the first born in the United he was ambushed and murdered Navarro’s deaths occurred sev- States. Beatified Sept. 23, Blessed VATICAN CITY – along with Arroyo Navarro after re- eral weeks before the martyrdom Rother was gunned down July 28, advanced the sainthood causes of turning from an evening catechism of Blessed Stanley Rother of the 1981, in the rectory of his church nine men and women, including in Santiago Atitlan, Guatemala. a Franciscan priest who champi- The pope also signed decrees oned the land rights of farmers in acknowledging the heroic virtues Guatemala. of four men and three women, in- During an Oct. 10 audience with cluding Brazilian Father Donizetti Cardinal , prefect of Taveres de Lima, who was known the Congregation for the Causes for his holiness and service to the of Saints, the pope recognized the poor and the sick, and Polish Sis- martyrdom of Italian Father Tullio ter Elizabeth Rose Czacka. Merluzzo, a Franciscan priest who Despite losing her sight at the died alongside Luis Obdulio Arroyo age of 22, Sister Czacka founded Navarro, a Guatemalan layman the Franciscan Sisters Servants of who belonged to the Third Order of the Cross and dedicated her life to Saint Francis. helping the visually impaired. A recognition of martyrdom If the pope also recognizes a means the two can be beatified, a miracle attributed to their inter- step toward sainthood, without a cession, they would be beatified. miracle attributed to their inter- Another miracle is needed for cession. . Born in Vicenza, Italy, in 1929, The other decrees approved by Father Merluzzo was ordained in Pope Francis Oct. 10 recognized 1953 by Cardinal Giuseppe Ron- the heroic virtues of: calli, the future Saint John XXIII. -- Ukrainian Capuchin Father Seven years after his ordination, Seraphim Kaszuba, 1910-1977; Father Merluzzo was sent to the -- Spanish Father Magin Morera Guatemalan department of Iza- Feixas, 1908-1984, former supe- bal, where he helped run several rior general of the Congregation schools and hospitals as well as of the Sons of the Holy Family of served as pastor in several parish- Jesus, Mary and Joseph; es. -- Spanish Sister Maria Lorenza Many priests and religious in Longo, founder of the Capuchin Guatemala became targets during Poor Clares. She also founded the country’s 1960-1996 civil war the Hospital for the Incurables as government forces cracked in Naples, Italy. She was born in down on leftist rebels supported in 1463 and died in Naples by the rural poor. in 1539; Father Merluzzo sought to help -- French Sister Frances of the poor farmers regain property they Holy Spirit, 1820-1882, founder of were forced to abandon. However, the Franciscan Sisters of the Holy this angered the local military, Spirit; which accused the priest of col- -- Francesco Paolo Gravina, laborating with rebel forces and 1800-1854, an Italian prince who threatened his life. founded the Congregation of the His superiors, fearing for his CNS photo. Sisters of Charity of Saint Vincent.

Puerto Rico hurricane recovery

Archbishop Beltran during Vespers on Sept. 7 at St. Thomas More University Parish, Norman. Photo Chris Sara Ocasio, who was affected by Hurri- Porter/Sooner cane Maria, washes clothes in a river Oct. Catholic. 9 near her home in the Trujillo Alto mu- nicipality outside San Juan, Puerto Rico. Nearly three weeks after Hurricane Maria tore through the Caribbean, Puerto Rico re- mains with little clean water, little electric power and almost no telecommunications. CNS photo/Shannon Stapleton, Reuters.

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