WWW.THEFLORIDACATHOLIC.ORG | Aug. 9-22, 2019 | Volume 80, Number 19 Hope for a nuclear-free world CAROL GLATZ Catholic News Service

VATICAN CITY | With the anniversary of the atomic bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki in August 1945, the bishops of Japan are renewing calls and prayers to build peace by abolishing nuclear weapons worldwide and pro- moting integral human development. They also expressed hope that Pope Francis’ visit in No- vember and his expected calls for peace will strengthen people’s desire and boost efforts to bring about a nuclear weapon-free world. The first atomic bomb used in warfare was dropped by the United States on Hiroshima Aug. 6, 1945, killing more than 100,000 people. On Aug. 9 another atomic bomb was dropped on Nagasaki, killing about 74,000 people. Japan surrendered Aug. 15. St. John Paul II visited both cities during a February 1981 trip and appealed for peace, calling for the elimina- tion of nuclear weapons around the world. “Let us work hard for peace through justice; let us make a solemn decision now that war no longer be tolerated and seen as a means to resolve disagreements; let us promise with our counterparts that we will tirelessly strive for dis- armament and the abolition of all nuclear arms, let us replace violence and hatred with trust and care,” he said, addressing world leaders. Throughout that speech at the Hiroshima Peace Me- morial Park, St. John Paul repeated that “to remember the past is to work for the future,” which inspired Japan’s bish- ops to observe Ten Days of Prayer for Peace from August 6 to 15 every year. Archbishop Joseph Mitsuaki Takami of Nagasaki, presi- dent of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Japan, said in a message for the days of prayer that guaranteeing peace and security in the world required “not only to eliminate the nuclear threat by abolishing nuclear weapons, but at the same time to make all people richer in all aspects” through integral human development. He said the bishops were looking forward to Pope Fran- U.S. Cardinal John F. O’Hara, then the bishop of Buffalo, New cis bringing “a new peace message to the world” during York, and Bishop Michael J. Ready of Columbus, Ohio, offici- his expected visit, the second ever to Japan by a pope ated at the cornerstone laying ceremony in 1946 of a temporary and nearly 39 years after St. John Paul stepped foot there. church, which was completed and dedicated by Cardinal Nor- Nagasaki Mayor Tomihisa Taue said he hoped the pope man Gilroy of Sydney later that year. The Urakami Cathedral would convey Japanese dreams that “Nagasaki be the last was rebuilt in 1959 and it is one of the largest Catholic churches atomic bombing site” in history, according to an interview in Japan. in mid-July with japan-forward.com, the online English A gilded wooden cross that survived the bombing of the ca- site of the Sankei Shimbun daily newspaper. thedral was recently returned to the city. Taue also said he hoped the visit would draw greater Tanya Maus, director of the Peace Resource Center at Wilm- attention to the Hidden Christian Sites in the Nagasaki ington College in Ohio, gave Archbishop Takami the cross dur- Region, which became a UNESCO World Heritage Site in ing a special ceremony Aug. 7. 2018. The sites were where Christians secretly lived out The three-foot-tall cross had been given to 2nd Lt. Walter their faith during the fierce prohibition of Christianity Hooke, a U.S. Marine from Yonkers, New York, who had been between the 17th and 19th centuries. When Japan was re- stationed in Nagasaki from October 1945 to February 1946, ac- opened to the West in 1853, Christian missionaries were cording to the Japanese daily, the Asahi Shimbun. astonished to find about 30,000 Christians, mainly in A devout Catholic, he befriended the late-Archbishop Paul Nagasaki, who had kept the faith and passed it on in their Aijiro Yamaguchi of Nagasaki, who gave him the cross that had families from generation to generation. been salvaged from the rubble. When the second atomic bomb dropped on Nagasaki, Hooke, who died in 2010 at the age of 97, kept the cross in his the “cradle of Christianity” in Japan, some 8,000 Catholics family’s living room, but later donated it to the Peace Resource died. The Nagasaki Diocese at the time had about 60,000 Center at the Quaker college in 1982. The center then decided to Catholics, nearly one-fourth of all the Catholics in the return the cross to the cathedral. wartime Japanese Empire. “I am delighted the cross is alive,” said the 73-year-old Arch- “The pilot of the U.S. plane that dropped the atomic bishop Takami, who was growing in his mother’s womb when bomb on Nagasaki was actually a Catholic,” Archbishop the bomb fell. At top, the Atomic Bomb Dome is seen in Hiroshima, Japan, Takami said in an interview with japan-forward.com. “Atomic bomb victims will die, but the cross will remain as a Aug. 6, 2019. (KYODO VIA REUTERS) Above, Pope Francis The city’s cathedral was located about 540 yards from living witness to what happened in Nagasaki,” he told the news- examines photos of the aftermath of the 1945 atomic ground zero. A number of worshipers were inside praying paper. bombing of Japan as he greets members of the Hiroshima the morning of Aug. 9, 1945; they were all killed and the “The cross tells how brutal humans can be, and at the same and Nagasaki Youth Peace Messengers at his weekly general cathedral was destroyed. time, it gives us hope,” he said. n audience June 19, 2019. (VATICAN MEDIA) WWW.THEFLORIDACATHOLIC.ORG | Aug. 9-22, 2019 FLORIDACatholic ORLANDO DIOCESE Ground broken on Queen of Angels cemetery GLENDA MEEKINS Bishop John of the Florida Catholic staff Noonan WINTER PARK | “I am so breaks ground on Queen thrilled. I can’t wait for this Catho- of Angels lic cemetery to be here,” exclaimed Cemetery, in Judi Jakiel, parishioner at St. Marga- Winter Park, ret Mary Parish in Winter Park. She Aug. 4. From was at San Pedro Spiritual Develop- left: Kevin ment Center for the groundbreak- Casey, Roger ing of Queen of Angels Cemetery, Barnes, David located next door. “I can’t imagine Branson, more wonderful, peaceful grounds Fred Haddad, for the rest of eternity.” Bishop Bishop John Noonan broke Noonan, ground on Queen of Angels, Aug. 4. Commissioner The 48-acre site is home to the first Bob Dallari, diocesan cemetery for lay persons Father in the Diocese of Orlando. Jakiel John Bluett and her husband, were already pre- and Father planning when they heard about Richard Trout. the new cemetery and were eager to (MARJORIE get the details. DURANTE | FC) At the groundbreaking, bishop noted every person receives a spe- acres at Queen of Angels will con- FYI cial gift of Baptism into the life of tain more than 1,300 pre-installed Christ. “Our faith is a reminder burial vaults, a cremation garden Other Catholic cemeteries in that, even though our passing away of more than 800 cremation burial the Diocese of Orlando causes affliction, we go forth with lots, including an assortment of There are three active parish cemeter- God. I pray that Queen of Angels columbaria niches, and areas set ies in the diocese. The diocesan director becomes that place, not of sorrow, aside for family memorials. In addi- of cemeteries provides guidance and but of peace and hope … We share tion to the outdoor burial options, support for each of these parish man- in Christ’s death, but we also share the cemetery will include a colum- aged cemetery operations. in His resurrection.” barium building of more than 600 • All Souls in Sanford, founded in Many of those gathered came for indoor, glass front niches in an air- 1890 different reasons. Tony and Maria conditioned, comfortable setting. • St. Joseph’s in Palm Bay, which Bonilla are coordinators for the be- The new cemetery is part of the began in 1914 reavement ministry at Good Shep- bishop’s vision for ecclesiastical • St. Matthew Cemetery and Colum- herd Parish in Orlando. “People properties. Following the priests’ barium, established in 2006 always ask us about what Catholic cemetery, also located at San Pe- cemeteries are nearby. We came to dro, this was the logical next step. learn and help those at our parish,” Branson explained, beginning of the resurrection – that our bod- said Tony. with Queen of Angels made sense ies and souls will be reunited. We For Margaret Moran, an elderly as it is on land the diocese already have great respect for the body. It parishioner from Sts. Peter and Paul held. “Our mission includes going isn’t just this husk we throw away David Branson answers parishioners’ questions about new Queen of Parish, having a cemetery close to to the Northern Deanery for a sec- and discard. It is part of who we are Angels Cemetery in Winter Park. (GLENDA MEEKINS) home has special meaning. “I think ond cemetery, which is in the early and just as the Lord rose, we rise. So it’s wonderful to have a Catholic stages of progress,” he said. Site pos- taking care of our dead is a beauti- over those buried there. There is an love,” the bishop said. “As we come cemetery here. I hope someday I sibilities are still under exploration. ful thing. environment that is contemplative to this day to recognize our duty to can rest there. It’s important to me Father Richard Trout, secretary “Further, for a Catholic cem- and has symbolism of our Catholic provide for the needs of the people because my mother and twin sis- for Catholic Cemeteries Florida etery in particular - unlike the beliefs and traditions, such as Mary we have loved in our lives … we ter are buried in Pennsylvania and Holdings, Inc. board noted, “This movies that depict cemeteries as and other saints.” As an example, give witness to the sacredness of I just lost my oldest son (buried in project has been in the making for dark, scary places - our theology the first Sunday of the month there the Catholic cemetery, where the the veterans’ cemetery in Bush- 15 years. San Pedro is the perfect lo- is that it is a place of rest, of peace will be a Mass of Remembrance for dead are laid to rest with prayerful nell).” The thought of being buried cal place to pray for souls who have and a place of remembrance. It re- the souls reposing there. dignity on the grounds that foster closer to her remaining family gives died as it is nestled in an historic minds us that we are family in life Before turning the soil to offi- devotion, reverence, and respect for her comfort. Catholic area,” he said. The major- and death and those family bonds cially commemorate the ground- all of our brothers and sisters.” Seminole County Commissioner ity of this land was purchased in will never be broken. As it says in breaking, Bishop Noonan shared Visit catholiccemeteriescfl.org. Bob Dallari agreed, “It was a little 1955 by Archbishop Joseph P. Hur- one of the funeral prayers, ‘The that, each year, when he returns to The website includes resources emotional to be honest with you. It’s ley, then Bishop of the Diocese of St. bonds of love which we forge in this Ireland, the first thing he does is on subjects regarding end-of-life important to have a Catholic cem- Augustine, for the purpose of estab- life do not unravel in death.’ It is a visit the graves of his parents, not- issues to final burial including the etery, especially with the popula- lishing a youth camp and spiritual beautiful way to say we are all still ing his parish dates back to the sev- Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, tion growing as it is. At some point, oasis for the faithful. connected. Going to the cemetery; enth century. Although the church guidelines for a Catholic living we’re all going to be going home ... So, why a Catholic cemetery? taking care of the cemetery is a re- is in ruins, the graveyard remains will, comment on euthanasia from I’ve lost some people and it is not Father Derk Schudde, pastor of Sts. minder that we’re all still connected and still provides comfort to the liv- the United States Conference of easy saying goodbye. When you say Peter and Paul Parish in Winter and will be together in that great ing as they continue to care for their Catholic Bishops, commentary on goodbye, you want them close by.” Park and board vice-chair of Queen kingdom.” loved ones. organ donation from the Florida According to diocesan director of Angels, Inc., said, “The Catholic Branson added, “It has a charac- “I pray that Queen of Angels Conference of Catholic Bishops, of cemeteries, David Branson, the cemetery reminds us of our basic ter of our faith. It is a space where Cemetery is a place we can be proud frequently asked questions and first phase of construction of two theological tenet that we are people we will always be offering prayer of, where we take care of those we more. n Aug. 9-22, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 2 Local priest becomes a storybook character

ELIZABETH WILSON ‘The more young from his walking to the parish all Florida Catholic correspondent the way to the recessional at the end children can become of Mass. Each page invites the child ORLANDO | When 3-year-old knowledgeable and to perform an action such as mak- RJ attended daily Mass at Holy ing the sign of the cross or bowing Family Parish in Orlando, he loved engaged in what’s going their head in prayer. Warner said to give high fives to the priests and on in the Mass ... the participation is key to helping chil- talk to them about the colors in the dren engage in the story, but more stained-glass windows. more their appreciation importantly, in Mass itself. In particular, he formed a spe- “Children love to learn through cial friendship with Father Ben- and love for the motion and tactile experiences. As jamin Lehnertz, and even talked Mass will grow.’ their fingers engage with the story, about one day becoming a priest the words and lessons more eas- like him. Although the family has Katie Warner ily move from their fingers, to their since moved across the country, RJ minds and hearts,” Warner said. can still see his good friend Father “The more young children can be- Ben every day, as can boys and girls questions by writing a book, “Father come knowledgeable and engaged around the world, simply by flip- Ben Gets Ready for Mass.” She said in what’s going on in the Mass, ping through the pages of a picture using Father Lehnertz as the main and the more they can participate book. character was the obvious choice themselves in the liturgy, the more “One day I woke up to find out since he was the priest her son knew their appreciation and love for the that all of a sudden I was a cartoon. the best. Mass will grow.” It was funny, strange, and sort of ex- “Many of the things that priests For families with young chil- citing all at the same time,” Father do before Mass are similar to what dren, Mass could be a challenge as Lehnertz said. “I felt very honored our children do when getting ready parents try to maintain reverence once I heard that it was at RJ’s re- for Mass — put on special clothes, amid shrieks, wiggles, and trips The book follows Father Benjamin Lehnertz from his walking to the quest.” bless themselves with holy water to and from the cry room. Prepar- parish all the way to the recessional at the end of Mass. (COURTESY) RJ’s mother, Katie Warner, is a and say a prayer before Mass be- ing children for what they would Catholic speaker and author who gins,” Warner said. “RJ was fascinat- experience during Mass by read- we are a wilting church. Perhaps couraged parents to keep bring- has written a series of picture books ed by learning about the process, ing books beforehand is one way most importantly, we know that ing their children to Mass. “If the for children called “First Faith Trea- knowing how important the Mass is to keep children attentive. Warner Jesus wants them there. He said, church is not crying, it’s dying,” sury.” When her son started asking for us as Catholics and how equally also suggests whispering to them ‘Let the children come to me, and Father Lehnertz said. “It breaks questions about how a priest gets important it is for the priest.” about what is happening, encour- do not hinder them; for to such be- my heart when parents of small ready for Mass, she answered his The book follows Father Ben aging them to sing, and redirecting longs the kingdom of heaven’ (Mat- children are made to feel embar- as needed with gentleness and pa- thew 19:14). We go to Mass to wor- rassed or disruptive when their tience. Above all she said, even with ship God; it’s not about us; it’s about kids act like kids during the liturgy. distractions and noise, the most im- him. We must teach this important Yes, there are times when it gets to St. John Neumann in portant thing is just being there. lesson to our children, making be too much and one of the parents Lakeland celebrated “It is so important to have chil- Mass the most important activity of should take the child out in order to the ribbon cutting of dren at Mass,” Warner said. “It is the week, even if its experienced in regulate behavior. But for the most the Neumann Early obviously beneficial to them, but it the rather chaotic way that families part, I think it’s vital that parishio- Learning Center Aug. 4, with Tammy is also so important for the body of with children know all too well.” ners and priests alike embrace the Marshall, parishioner, Christ. Without children at Mass, Father Lehnertz agreed and en- liveliness of our young Church.” n left, Joseph Belinski, school planning director, Father Jarek Sztybel, pastor, and school director Meet actress Lisa Wudtke, cut the ribbon. (MARIA DEL AMO | FC) Robia Scott in person! Meet actress Robia Scott in person for an incredibly fun and faith-filled evening celebrating life and God’s love. She will share behind-the-scenes stories from the making of the pro-life movie Unplanned and her fascinating journey Neumann Early Learning from Hollywood actress and international performer to Academy opens its doors Christian author and dynamic ministry speaker. TIME DATE 7 p.m. in the Church Wednesday, August 21 GLENDA MEEKINS importantly, doing so in an envi- of the Florida Catholic staff ronment where they are having fun LOCATION and nurturing their love for God.” Holy Family Catholic Church in Orlando LAKELAND | On Aug. 4, Lisa The 43rd school in the diocese is Wudtke cut the ribbon, officially located on the same campus as St. inaugurating the Neumann Early John Neumann Parish. It will wel- Learning Academy in Lakeland. come 40 students, ages three and Wudtke is the director of the newest four, for the 2019-2020 school year. school in the Diocese of Orlando. Father Jarek Sztybel, pastor, was on For more info, and to see Robia Scott’s interview The ribbon cutting comes just hand to bless the building. with Father John Giel on CCTN’s Christifideles, in time. “I am happy to announce The school’s mission is to devel- go to www.HolyFamilyOrlando.com/Robia our first day of school for Neumann op the whole child, meeting his or Early Learning Academy will be her needs developmentally, spiri- This FREE event is made possible by a Aug. 14,” Wudtke said. “Soon the tually, socially, emotionally, and generous donation from The Men of Holy classrooms and hallways will be academically in a Christ-centered, Family on behalf of Holy Family’s Respect filled with the joys and laughter of caring environment. Life ministry. A love offering will be collected 13212-0809 children again. I cannot wait to fos- F o r m o r e i n f o r m a t i o n v i s i t for the benefit of our pro-life ministry. ter their love for learning, but more neumannearlylearning.org. n 3 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Aug. 9-22, 2019 All paths will lead us to the heavenly liturgy

My Sisters and Brothers in altars, offered to us as wayfarers Christ: along the paths of the world is the each me your paths, my God, guide bread of angels. Who are you following? Which Liturgy, then, is life that forms, me in your truth. — Psalm 25 path is the true path? The arrows and not an idea to learn. If the lit- point to GPS, God’s Program of urgy is to fulfill its formative and ‘T FLORIDA Salvation. His kingdom is the be- transforming function, clergy, reli- ginning and end for which gious and laity need to be Catholic we live. We desire to be in- taught to grasp its mean- DIOCESE OF ORLANDO habitants of heaven. The ing and symbolic lan- Vol. 80, No. 19 liturgy is a prayer leading guage, including art, song us on the true path, of- and music in the service of 50 East Robinson St. fering us our daily bread. the celebrated mystery. P.O. 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MELBOURNE | Patricia Bar- ber received keys to her new home with tears in her eyes as her “Faith Build” came to completion July 27. The “Faith Build” was an ecumeni- cal collaboration between various churches, Habitat for Humanity of Brevard County, Inc. and the City of Melbourne. Together, St. John the Evangelist Parish in Viera, As- cension Parish in Melbourne and 17 other Protestant churches pro- vided funds, prayer and manpower to construct the Barber home from the ground up . This is the third home St. John the Evangelist’s Outreach team helped construct. Parishioner Mike Hurley, chairman of the project, said the reason they do it is simple. It starts with their mot- to – “Faith, Family, Destiny” — based on Hebrews 6:10: “God will not forget our work and the love you have shown Him as you have helped His people and continue to help them.” “The project brought our own faith family out into the commu- nity to share their time, talents and spirituality,” Hurley said. “A spe- cial benefit for us was the privilege of working alongside the future owner, Barber, as she fulfilled her Patricia Barber receives the keys to her new “Faith Build” home in Melbourne. (PHOTOS BY GLENDA MEEKINS | FC) required Habitat volunteer hours.” Barber was more than happy construction. Hurley worked with Washington neighborhood in East achieve the strength, stability and “permanent Habitat volunteer” to take part in the construction of one of Barber’s sons to install a Melbourne. The partnership has independence they need to build a embraces the concept wholeheart- her new home. She worked hard window just above the kitchen completed 15 homes on the same better life.” edly. He’s been working on Habitat to earn her spot. After being ac- sink. At the celebration, Hurley block as Barber’s. M.E. Kelly, Habitat’s executive projects since he retired in 2016. “It cepted, her commitment required turned to him smiling and said, “Our community involvement director, said Faith Build is an old is a help and such a joy to be a part about a year’s worth of service “Our work to install the window in Habitat and many other out- program that was brought back be- of, to help the families and find out hours and classes before home was on the outside. But from now reach programs continues to spark cause “the churches are the heart- about their story. It’s like a little construction began. She put in 300 on, you’ll be working on the inside, the light of Christ throughout,” beat in the community. They know family being built as we build the hours for the City of Melbourne looking out as you wash dishes for Hurley said. “As a parish, we’ve the needs of their parishioners and house.” and 250 for Habitat. The best part is your mom.” participated in and seen a home who better to get involved than Father Patrick Riley, parochial that her new home is right around The community of St. John the built and an entire neighborhood God, who’s already here.” vicar at St. John the Evangelist, the corner from her parents and Evangelist worked with the City completely transformed. Through Jim Eisenmann, a parishio- said this was part of Jesus’ teach- the local park where her daughter of Melbourne and Habitat’s com- this transformation, selected Hab- ner from Ascension Parish in ing. “Although Jesus, as the Son goes to camp. “It was a lot of sweat mitment to restore the Booker T. itat for Humanity families now Melbourne who calls himself a of Man, had no address as home equity hours,” said Barber. Her while he was on earth, he ‘pitched application time included classes Mike Hurley, his tent with us’ in the Incarna- that taught money management far right, tion (Jn 1:14), accepted the hospi- and budgeting. and the 50 tality of others and encouraged The single mother of four chil- or so people his disciples to give and receive dren between 7 and 22 years of gathered the same. The early Church met age, works at nearby Holmes Re- for the in homes for the Eucharist and a gional Hospital. Barber is a 10-year celebrated following meal together, and mis- member of Greater Ward Chapel completion sionaries like St. Paul continued African Methodist Episcopal. She of Patricia the tradition.” He added, “The said she was tired of living in a Barber’s Church’s Book of Blessings has neighborhood with increasing rent family one for a new home, so a decent home, made and a history of violence and drug and dignified ‘habitat for human- a hand chain abuse. She relies heavily on prayer that reached ity’ is presupposed for all in this and believes this project was God’s the walls life, while preparing for ‘the eter- response. so that all nal dwelling place’ made for each “If all you’re going to do is worry, might touch in Heaven (Jn 14:3).” then don’t pray and if you’re going them during For Barber, it is that Christian to pray about it, then don’t worry,” the home’s charity and faith that sustains her. she said. blessing. “With God, faith and the Church, it On the day of the house bless- all works,” she said. “We will cher- ing, the naturally shy Barber was ish this community as long as God visibly overwhelmed. “It’s some- has mercy on us … Thank you vol- thing I’ve always wanted and, by unteers and Habitat for hand up, the grace of God, I got it.” Barber’s not a hand out — for this safe and children also contributed to the secure home.” n 5 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Aug. 9-22, 2019 Seeking God as a Benedictine Oblate: A rule for ordinary life

Third in a three-part series on secular orders.

GLENDA MEEKINS of the Florida Catholic staff

ORLANDO | Nearly 12,000 Benedictine Oblates in the United States and 25,000 worldwide have answered the call to “hearken” – the first word in the Rule of St. Benedict. While Oblates outnumber Benedic- tine clergy and religious, the num- bers bear witness to a Christian movement to live in deeper union with God. In a frantic and ego-cen- tric world, Benedictine monasti- cism provides balance, rooting ob- lates in the virtues of humility, sim- plicity, peace and service to others. Benedictine oblates are lay peo- ple who offer their lives to God by Ed Johnson at St. Leo Abbey with his wife, Nancy. Ed made his act living out the promises of stability, of oblation April 14, 2019. (COURTESY) fidelity and obedience according to the Rule of St. Benedict (of Nursia), monastic living. “It’s a very practi- remember someone saying to the in affiliation with a Benedictine cal way of living out the Gospel. choir master, we need this in the community. The word oblate With all the messiness of living with parishes. How can we get this? It Carol Stanton and her husband, John Parrell, wear their Benedictine means “offering.” Their lives are of- other people, all of the stresses of struck me so much. I could bring Oblate medal as a reminder of their commitment to a life dedicated fered in service of others, reflecting life, it gives me an anchor.” that in my ministry. If I look back to seeking God and being Christ to others. (COURTESY) the various aspects of the rule. Al- Now that they live in Orlando, on my music ministry of 30 years, though written for monks living in a Parrell admitted, “It’s harder to be there’s always been an influence monastery, the rule’s foundation— away from the monastery and live of my time at St. Meinrad.” When seeking God while seeing God in the rule, but we try to incorporate it he read about the oblates two years others—is universal. into our daily life. Personally, it be- ago, he thought, “Is this what God Carol Stanton, parishioner at came a way of life and changed my has been calling me to all this time, St. Charles Borromeo Parish in way of life for the better. I learned because I have always been drawn Orlando, and oblate for almost 20 a new definition of humility, what to that life? Perhaps this is how I am years said, “It (the rule) has very true humility is. It gave me a new meant to live out this monastic life.” practical things about how to live discipline and focus on others … to He added, “It makes me feel together; how to balance your life be prayerful.” hopeful that I can continue to live between prayer and work; how to The rule is based on the almost on this path of conversion. It is a be hospitable.” She added, “Mon- 1,600-year-old principle of ora et great sense of peace—seeing reality asteries receive everyone as if they labora, the balance of prayer and for what it is and seeing God in all were Christ – referred to as a radical work. Oblates integrate prayer into people.” He explains, “It’s as simple spirit of hospitality. That has a lot to their mundane tasks and interac- as the first time I pull out on the do with today. We’re having trouble tions, while also committing to road and someone pulls out in front Charles Thatcher receives a “welcome home” from longtime friend, welcoming the stranger.” praying the Liturgy of the Hours. of me. My intention is to let this Father Jeremy King at Thatcher’s investiture to the novitiate at St. Stanton’s connection to the Charles Thatcher, parishioner of spirituality affect everything I do in Meinrad Archabbey in Indiana, March 24, 2018. (COURTESY) Benedictines began in the late 60s St. Margaret Mary in Winter Park relationship to other people.” when she entered the Sisters of Flor- and former director of music for the Unique to this secular order is “I loved the structure and how we Christ in you and in humility, I rec- ida Benedictine convent and taught Diocese of Orlando and St. James that it welcomes Christians of all integrate the rule into our lives to- ognize that and that I am not better school. Although she chose not to Cathedral, is coming to the end of denominations, as long as they are day in the times we live in,” he said. than you.” profess her final vows, she recalled, his novitiate, usually one year. He in good standing in their church. “For any of us who are connected He also pointed out the way in “I had seven great years of spiritual hopes to make his act of oblation in Occasionally, even clergy become to Carmelites, Jesuits, Ignatian or which the rule addresses “grum- development, living by the Rule of September. Thatcher said this bal- Benedictine oblates — the most other practices, it gives you a world- bling.” “It is obeying, but complain- St. Benedict. I kept a hold of that ance sets the tone for his day as he contemporary being Pope Bene- wide belonging to fellow oblates or ing. It becomes apparent to me that all the years after that.” By 2000, consciously plans when he will say dict XVI, who had a great admi- spiritual journeyers.” Benedict really sees this kind of she settled in Massachusetts and morning and night prayer and prac- ration for the father of Western For Johnson and Thatcher, their complaining, grumbling, speaking worked at Glastonbury Abbey. Once tice Lectio Divina. monasticism and his namesake. favorite and often most challeng- against other people, their char- again, the invitation to some form He recalled how, in his 20s, he He stands in the company of Doro- ing chapter in the rule is that of acter, this kind of thing we can all of monastic life summoned her. had known the Benedictines. “Try- thy Day, Thomas More, Thomas humility. “I find humility most ap- tend to do, as destructive and hurt- She felt it was time to “build on that ing to find my way in life, a friend Becket and St. Thomas Aquinas, to plicable and go back to it time and ful—not only to the person you are and become an oblate” to be more suggested I go to a Benedictine name a few. time again,” said Johnson. “It keeps directing it at, but to yourself. In “concretely attached.” The promise monastery to get away from it all, In Central Florida, St. Leo Abbey me from getting puffed up to real- my self-reflection every day, I ask of stability commits oblates to the which I did. I was so taken by it. As and Benedictine Sisters of Florida ize that being a humble person goes myself, in what ways have I done abbey community where they make a musician, Gregorian chant was at Holy Name Monastery, both in hand in hand with trying to be a that today and how can I be better their oblation. Even if one moves, their music. The liturgy was cel- St. Leo, have oblate programs that spiritual person.” tomorrow?” they are required to remain in con- ebrated with such care. The atmo- meet once a month for formation Thatcher agreed. “That stripping Their experience affirms Stan- tact with their community. sphere of silence and solitude; the and fellowship. Ed Johnson, of An- away of my self-illusion and masks ton’s statement: “The groups are for During her novitiate, she met hospitality of the monks was very nunciation Parish in Altamonte that we wear, standing as your the most ordinary of us. You don’t her husband, John Parrell, who evident. It was very restful. I felt a Springs, made his final oblation in true self and being aware of your need anything, but your own spiri- was also becoming an oblate. Both peace there.” Within a year, he ap- April at St. Leo Abbey. He learned true self. When you do that, you’re tual yearning, desire and interest shared in their love of this practi- plied to St. Meinrad Archabbey of the Benedictines years ago when aware that you’re no better than in whatever that charism is.” She cal rule. “How we live with one an- in Indiana and spent the next five living in Indiana. A couple of years anybody else. You may know more, assures it is good “spiritually and in other is a downright basic question years as a candidate, novice, and ago, he decided to search online but it doesn’t make any difference. every other way.” n for today,” said Stanton. Despite then junior monk. for “Benedictine abbeys in Florida” We so often look at how we stack up being written in the sixth century Ultimately, he left feeling a call to and up popped St. Leo. After learn- against everyone we meet, but the To learn more about becoming a for cloistered monastics, Stanton minister to others through his gift ing about the abbey and participat- Benedictine stands there and says, Benedictine Oblate, go to saintleo acknowledges its values transcend and love of music in the liturgy. “I ing in prayers, he was hooked. ‘I have Christ in me, but you have abbeyoblates.info. Aug. 9-22, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 6 Our Lady of Antipolo honored at Mass

Antipolo (Our Lady of Peace and Bishop Noonan Good Voyage) — under the care of the Filipino community of Winter celebrates annual Haven.” The figure of Our Lady of Antipolo, brought by Father Peter Filipino devotion at Puntal 15 years ago, resides in an alcove in St. Joseph’s chapel. the National Shrine While St. Joseph’s is the pil- grimage site of Our Lady of An- of Mary, Queen of tipolo within the diocese, Jain noted her image is also above the Universe i the entrance of the shrine. “She has brought us back together in GLENDA MEEKINS a specific place, just like in the of the Florida Catholic staff Philippines,” she said. “There, everyone always wanted to move ORLANDO | Singing songs her, but she always came back to of praise in Tagalog, the Filipino her shrine. It’s been very beautiful community of the Diocese of Or- that she is honored here, for the lando culminated the novena to pilgrims, for the tourists.” Our Lady of Antipolo with a rosary Father Kenny Aquino, director of the Filipino Ministry in the Diocese of Orlando, incenses the statue Father Glenn Lopez, parochial and Mass in her honor at the Basil- of Our Lady of Antipolo, brought from her home at St. Joseph Parish in Winter Haven. More than 700 vicar of Most Precious Blood Par- ica of the National Shrine of Mary, members of the Filipino community participated in the rosary, procession and Mass at the Basilica of ish in Oviedo, spoke about the Queen of the Universe in Orlando. the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe in Orlando, in her honor. role of Mary and her relationship Bishop John Noonan concelebrat- to the Filipino people in his hom- ed the Mass with many of the Fili- accompanied several other gal- but then it was about an hour by said attending each night made ily. pino priests of the diocese. leons over the years until her im- car—many walked. This year, her her more devoted to the Blessed “Our Lady of Antipolo is very “Your faith is an example and age came to rest in Antipolo, in the hour-long drive from Winter Ha- Mother. applicable to us Filipinos because inspiration,” the bishop told those outskirts of metropolitan Manila. ven caused her to reminisce and This was the first year that the we are scattered all over the place. gathered July 27. “It is a reminder Each time people tried to relocate reflect on her devotion. novena was celebrated in one We are divided into more than of the role Mary played in the life her, it is said that she would disap- She attended each night of the place, with the Filipino priests 7,500 islands – and that is in high of Jesus. She brought us to her son pear, always returning to sit atop novena and Masses at her parish, coming from all ends of the dio- tide,” he said. “We’re separated by and above all, she gave us the ex- a tipolo tree. Thus her name, Our St. Joseph’s in Winter Haven, lead- cese to pray and celebrate the waters and traveled a lot. We love ample of a mother who wants us to Lady of Antipolo. Today, the Fili- ing up to the basilica Mass. Jain Mass. Father Kenny Aquino, di- journeys. It’s just so appropriate know her son. Allow Mary to bring pino people make a pilgrimage to noted, “It really transformed me rector of the Filipino Ministry for us that Our Blessed Mother your children to come to know the the site of her shrine. more than I thought it would. It in the diocese said, “With the provides that protection and Lord. That is the greatest gift you Laura Jain came to the United made me think of religious com- agreement between the pastor guidance in our journey through can give your children.” As more States in 1976, but still has fond mitment. You are committed to of St. Joseph, Father Jimson Var- life. The best way to know Jesus than a dozen children came for- memories of those trips. “Ev- work… to social stuff… to fam- ghese and the Filipino Ministry, is through the Blessed Mother – ward to place flowers at the feet of ery year I remember my father ily birthdays. Every night I said to the parish was designated as the Ad Jesum per Mariam (through the statue of Our Lady, Father Raul always told us it would be a pil- myself, one night at a time.” She home for the image of Our Lady of Mary).” n Caga sang, “Mary, Bring Me to Je- grimage. We were made to dress sus,” his own composition. up and go to the Mass there. We

Also known as Our Lady of wore starched clothes and it was 12975-0809 Peace and Good Voyage, Filipi- very hot. My parents encour- nos have revered her since the 16th aged the eight of us children. We century when Governor General were brought up to be devoted Juan Niño de Tabora obtained her to the Blessed Mother.” Jain’s fa- statue from a parish in Acapulco, vorite memory was eating a spe- Mexico. The statue traveled with cial dessert called suman, a rice him aboard a Spanish galleon, en- cake cooked in coconut milk and abling a safe voyage and protect- wrapped in banana leaves, tra- ing the ship from pirate invasion. ditionally shared after Mass. To- Recognizing her protection, she day, Antipolo is a sprawling city,

More than a dozen children come forward to lay flowers at the feet of Our Lady of Antipolo while Father Raul Caga sings, “Mary, Bring Me to Jesus,” his own composition. (PHOTOS BY GLENDA MEEKINS | FC) 7 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Aug. 9-22, 2019

Missionaries of the NEWS FROM around the diocese Precious Blood Father Ben Berinti, BREVARD COUNTY ones to have a good time at Vacation of time,” he said. The “closet” has pastor of Bible School?” said Father Berinti. saved him hundreds of dollars. He Immaculate The final talk, “Mary Magdalene— said, “It’s a great service to parish- Conception Tiki Time Talks Apostle to the Apostles: A Biblical ioners.” Parish in MELBOURNE | For anyone hop- Snapshot”, takes place on August Melbourne, ing for an adult version of vacation 18. gets ready Bible school, Father Ben Berinti, VOLUSIA COUNTY for a Tiki pastor of Immaculate Conception Time LAKE COUNTY Parish in Melbourne, heard your Recycling helps Summer prayer. For the second consecutive School of year, he presented “Tiki Time Sum- the homeless Spirituality Parish offers aid to mer School of Spirituality.” PORT ORANGE | For five years, talk. This is the second Father Berinti presents the se- healing – for free Dr. Michael Murphy has worked year he ries on select Sundays and Monday LEESBURG | Dick Bowersox with Our Lady of Hope’s Loaves offers the nights throughout the summer suffered a heart attack just over one and Fishes Ministry in Port Orange fun and months. On Sundays, the presenta- year ago. Complications left him to feed the homeless. Then a few informative tions run 50 minutes and are ideally needing a wheelchair and other as- months ago, while at a Sierra Club summer sandwiched between the 9 a.m. and sistance equipment. That’s when he presentation on the agonizingly series. 11 a.m. Masses. “Parishioners have and his wife, Rose, took advantage slow process of plastic decomposi- (COURTESY) enjoyed wearing aloha dress to of their parish’s Medical Equipment tion, he had an idea or at least resur- add to the fun and festivity of these Loan Closet where everything from rected one. gatherings,” he said. Father Berinti crutches to walkers may be checked In truth, he admits the Council is no exception. out for free. of Catholic Women at his parish be- “I love providing adult forma- The closet at St. Paul Parish gan the ministry to make homeless tion for parishioners, and they have Thrift Shop in Leesburg began 15 mats out of old plastic grocery bags heartily embraced it in my two years ago with the hopes of helping years ago, but they were unable to years here at (the parish),” Father parishioners save money on items sustain it. The parish had not pro- Berinti said. Between 50 and 75 pa- that are often used temporarily. vided the mats in more than two rishioners attend, many returning Bowersox said, “It’s been a big help.” years. specifically for talks despite going The purchase of a wheelchair can Two months ago Dr. Murphy’s to Saturday vigil or early morning run anywhere from $400 to thou- team of 30 members began collect- Mass. “I hope parishioners are open sands of dollars depending on one’s ing bags and learning how to make to new experiences, new people and needs. Weekly rental can run $60. the mats. “It’s taken off. We have dimensions of this vast Catholic Monte Moon is a retired parish- more than 1,000 bags and about faith tradition of ours,” Father Ber- ioner who works at the thrift shop. eight people who can crochet,” said inti noted. “So often, we limit what “At least two or three people a week the dentist with a hint of satisfac- is available to the people of God for who come in for crutches, shower tion. He is still looking for more. fear that certain things might be chair, stuff like that,” he said. Sel- Seeking help from an experienced above or beyond them, but I have dom is supply low, but when it is, group, he enlisted Our Lady of found parishioners of all ages and they place a notice in the bulletin Lourdes parishioners in Daytona visitors who attend from other tra- and stock is quickly replenished. Beach to train his crew on cutting ditions are challenged, inspired, He said, often people are recover- and “plarning” (making yarn out amazed, and strengthened by the ing from surgery, or have guests in of plastic). From start to finish, the topics we share.” town with physical challenges. “It process takes an estimated 60 hours Deacon Mike Biannes and his runs the gamut of needs.” Items are per mat. wife, Dolly, have attended nearly to be returned clean. Occasionally Dr. Murphy said he wanted to every event since last year. “Father an item is gone for good, but Moon restart the ministry because he Ben seems to have a knack for find- said that’s okay too because they can’t imagine what sleeping on the ing things that are obscure, that you have plenty. street is like. “Sometimes I’m ly- usually don’t hear about, but are The closet started out as part of ing in my bed and it’s so comfort- very interesting and meaningful to the Ministry to the Sick, according able compared to what they have me,” Deacon Biannes said. His wife to Mary Wymer, communications to manage. We hope we’ve made it agreed and said, “He’s (Father Ber- manager for the parish. “Some of better for them in some small way.” inti) so learned and informative.” these medical equipment pieces He noted, “The homeless like it be- “Christ Playing in Ten Thousand are quite expensive,” she said. cause it’s lightweight, a dry barrier, Places: A Gallery of Contemporary “This helps people in need and they it insulates their sleeping bag from Images,” took place July 21. The know their church cares.” Another the cold pavement in the winter and parish projection screen became a benefit of this sharing ministry is it apparently the bugs hate them.” gallery of images of Jesus Christ, ex- alerts volunteers of people who are The ministry demonstrates a ploring various artists’ interpreta- homebound or in assisted living care for creation and love of neigh- tions of Christ’s journey from Palm and might need Eucharist or the bor. “It’s wonderful how people Sunday to his resurrection. The im- Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick. have taken to it,” said Murphy. “Be- ages were provocative, visually and As Bowersox works his way to cause I’ve been blessed so much by 12171-0809 spiritually. Parishioner Judy Ro- recovery, he said he is thankful his my faith, I hope it will share that han found them “magnificent and parish has such a place. “I’m glad I blessing with people not as fortu- enthralling.” She said, “The First didn’t have to go out and buy some- nate. Hopefully it will uplift them Supper” by India Alphonso Doss, of thing I would use for a short period physically and spiritually.” Jesus laughing with his arm around one of the disciples was the most Using uplifting. “To me, that’s Jesus.” She plastic bags, said the talks, “make the entire par- parishioners ish want to learn more. When you from Our Lady leave, something deep inside you of Lourdes in says, ‘I’ve got to do more, be better Daytona Beach or make my faith fully alive.’” teach volunteers The Hawaiian decorations and how to make special treats like popcorn and “plarn” or plastic yarn. tropical slushies engage the audi- (COURTESY) ence. “Why should kids be the only Aug. 9-22, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 8

• Holy Redeemer Parish office, St. Vincent de Paul Orlando DIOCESAN EVENTS EVENTS WITH BISHOP NOONAN 1603 N. Thacker Ave., Kissimmee, provides volunteer opportunities 18th Annual Blue Mass: Friday, sponders who put their lives in harm’s second and fourth Wednesdays, through its stores and food Adult Mental Health First 5-6:30 p.m. 407-847-2500; pantries for students needing Aid: Part One: Monday, Aug. 19, Sept. 27, 12:10 p.m., St. James Ca- way for the protection of people. A thedral, 215 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. reception will follow in the Parish Cen- Sylvester Edwards, 407-460-0707; volunteer hours. Apply at 12:30-4:30 p.m.; Part Two: Aug. search ministry of consolation at svdporlando.org. 21, 12:30-4:30 p.m., Sts. Peter Bishop John Noonan invites the com- ter adjacent to St. James Cathedral. hredeemer.org. Sign language volunteers: and Paul Catholic Church, 5300 munity to join their voices in prayer on Limited free parking available on the Old Howell Branch Rd., Winter • Blessed Trinity Parish, Parishes need volunteer the Feast of St. Michael the Archangel, corner of North Orange Avenue and Building L, 5 S.E. 17th St., American Sign Language Park. $30 includes course for the safety of our dedicated first re- West Robinson Street. materials and refreshments. Cash Ocala. Multiple groups and interpreters to help deaf or or check to Catholic Charities first Wednesdays, 7-9 p.m. hearing-impaired individuals Compassionate Friends, Ocala fully participate in Mass each of Central Florida the day of St. John the Apostle. Welcome procession and Mass to honor chapter, for bereaved families week. Position requires year- the training. Contact Ms. Kyle to all women 18-35 years old. San Lorenzo Ruiz de Manila, who have experienced the death long commitment to serving Osborn [email protected] or $15 includes dinner, coffee and the first Filipino martyr. Join of a child. Peggy McClaskey, 352- one Saturday or Sunday Mass 407-969-8534. snacks. Filipino clergy and celebrant 694-2978. per week, and a diocesan Human Trafficking Info • Senior Day with Father Father Romil Aperocho. • St. Stephen Parish background screening. Must be Session: Saturday, Aug. 24, Anthony Aarons: Thursday, Sept. Filipinoministryorlando.com Enrichment Center 1, Room 103, 18 and older. cflcc.org/volunteer. 10 a.m.–2 p.m., Annunciation 12, 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m., St. Francis 575 Tuskawilla Road, Winter Catholic Charities of Catholic Church, 1020 of Assisi. $15, lunch and Mass Springs, first Thursdays, 6:30-8 Central Florida. Visit cflcc.org / Montgomery Rd, Altamonte included. SECULAR p.m. For anyone who has lost a volunteer or contact volunteers@ Springs. 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VATICAN CITY | Like the apostles who brought spiritual and physical healing to those in need, Christians are called to tend to the wounds of the suffering and the down- trodden, Pope Francis said. The church does not close its eyes when confronted with the sufferings of others but instead “knows how to look at humanity in the face to create meaningful relationships, bridges of friendships and solidarity,” the pope said during his weekly general audi- ence Aug. 7. It is a “church without borders that is a mother to all, that knows how to take them by the hand and accompany them to lift up, not to condemn,” he said. “Jesus always, always stretches forth his hand, he always seeks to raise up to help people heal, be hap- py and encounter God.” Returning for the first general audience Rosary making following a monthlong summer break, the pope continued his series of talks on the Acts of Apostles, reflecting on the words spoken by Peter and John before healing a disabled man asking for alms at the entrance to the ministry reaches India temple. The pope said the man, who was excluded ALEEN STANTON own rosaries to be distributed to the sick, from the temple because it was believed that Florida Catholic correspondent poor and missions in India and elsewhere. his illness was caused by his sins or the sins Cathy Aiello, leader of the rosary mak- of his parents, represents “the many exclud- PORT ST. LUCIE | Father Antony Lopez ing ministry at St. Bernadette Parish, ex- ed and discarded of society.” was ordained a priest in the Order of Dis- plained that Father Lopez’s missions are This exclusion from the temple, which calced Carmelites in India in 1996. His first always in need of rosaries, which they was a “place of economic and financial ex- assignment after his ordination, was as a make from donations of old jewelry and change,” still occurs today in the church, he mission priest in Andha Pradesh, India. beads. added. In 2015, he was transferred to the United Cindy Martin, a fellow rosary maker “Many times, I think of this when I see States to St. Bernadette Catholic Church in said, “I give rosaries to the sick to give some parish that thinks that money is more Port St. Lucie, where he serves presently as them the opportunity to pray.” The min- important than the sacraments. Please, a the parochial vicar. istry’s newest rosary maker is 10-year-old poor church! Let us pray to the Lord for that,” Father Lopez’s love for the Catholic faith Madalyn McGarry, who also sings in the the pope said. stems back to his home village of Pulluvila, church choir. “I’m excited to learn how to The hallmark of a Christian life, he con- in the state of Kerala, India. make rosaries for the church,” she said. tinued, is characterized by one’s prowess in “The people of my parish called me ‘lit- Despite only being formed a year ago, the “art of accompaniment” to those in need, tle priest’ wherever I went. I would always the rosary making ministry is thriving. like Christ. run to get in the first row at the church. I “I send rosaries to my mission in Andrha “This is what Jesus does with all of us. wanted to see the reflection of light shin- Father Antony Lopez celebrates Mass at Pradesh and to other missions,” Father Let us think about this when we are pass- ing on the Blessed Sacrament when it was St. Bernadette Catholic Church in Port St. Lopez said. “I always put them in the ado- ing through difficult moments, moments of lifted up by the priest,” Father Lopez said. Lucie. (MARISOL’S PHOTOGRAPHY INC. | ration chapel and every time I check, I see sin, moments of sadness. There is Jesus who His parents lead by example, and taught COURTESY) the rosaries are gone. People are, indeed, tells us, ‘Look at me, I am here.’ And we take Father Lopez and his eight brothers and praying the rosary.” Jesus’ hand and let ourselves be raised up,” sisters to pray the rosary, attend daily Mass, Lady of Mount Carmel at the time of bap- The rosary making ministry is accepting the pope said. and wear the Carmelite scapular. Father tism. At their first holy Communion, com- donations of old jewelry and beads, as well True wealth is not defined by the amount Lopez attributes passing his 10th grade municants are again given a rosary and a as assistance in assembling and distribut- of one’s material riches but by one’s “rela- exam, a necessary requirement to enter the scapular. As a result of this frequent prac- ing the rosaries. For more information, con- tionship with the Risen One” which is shared seminary, to the intercession of St. Joseph. tice, there is a huge need for rosaries and tact Cathy Aiello at 732-600-4294. n with others by bearing witness to “the ben- “I always keep St. Joseph with me and scapulars in Father Lopez’s home country. efits of his love in our lives.” wear my scapular to protect me and keep To fill that need, parishioners at St. Ber- Top photo, a new bundle of rosaries made “Let us not forget this: a hand outstretched me spiritual and humble.” nadette Catholic Church have formed a by the rosary making ministry at St. Berna- to help raise up the other. It is Jesus’ hand In India, every Catholic child is pre- new ministry inspired by Father Lopez’s dette Parish in Port St. Lucie awaits distri- who, through us, helps raise others up,” he sented with a rosary and a scapular of Our Indian tradition. Parishioners make their bution in India. 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The Office of Catholic Schools and the Office of Communications of the Diocese of Palm Beach implemented new branding for the Catholic schools throughout the diocese through the “Something Greater” marketing campaign. Images, like the one here, will be used to showcase the four marketing pillars in the new campaign branding. (COURTESY) Catholic schools launch into ‘Something Greater’ CECILIA PADILLA PILLARS OF ‘SOMETHING GREATER’ of the Florida Catholic staff Strong academics through a structured learning environment pertains to the incredible progress and achievements a child can make when PALM BEACH GARDENS | thriving in a disciplined, but caring classroom setting. This is proven not only The Diocese of Palm Beach Of- in the statistics gathered through data-driven research, (high graduation rates, fice of Catholic Schools and Of- college test scores and scholarships) but every day through the students’ fice of Communications launched personal development. the “Something Greater” market- Moral and spiritual development is at the center of academic rigor at ing campaign Aug. 1. School ad- a Catholic school. Catholic educators recognize that students are at a critical ministrators and educators from stage in development where they are building character and moral gauge. Stu- throughout the diocese convened at dents see the working body of Christ early on through faith-based leadership the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola examples in the Catholic education system. in Palm Beach Gardens to officially The individualized attention students receive in a Catholic school commence the campaign in con- enables teachers and staff to know the child beyond their test scores and at- junction with the beginning of the tendance record. An emphasis on family participation in a student’s academic 2019-2020 school year. career is key. When a student takes a seat in the classroom, their whole family The “Something Greater” cam- joins them. Engaged families build a caring community and a Catholic educa- paign is the result of the Office of tion prioritizes family and intimate knowledge of a student’s needs. Catholic Schools’ desire to bring Going beyond academics, Catholic schools prioritize the holistic develop- Catholic education to the forefront ment of students with a focus on moral character, service to others and faith. in the diocese’s five-county area. Everyone within the Catholic school community understands they’re helping This new initiative centers on the shape a son, daughter, future leader or next-door neighbor—not just a student cohesive marketing of the 17 Catho- with a test score. Students are nurtured to be productive citizens and think lic schools in the diocese through beyond academics to their individual purpose in life and serving others. They a two-pronged approach related to are pushed to be something greater. promotion of the schools on a dioce- san level and through the individual schools’ unique marketing pillars. communications, marketing and High School, both in Fort Pierce, Gary Gelo, superintendent of social media for the Diocese of have established a billboard on In- Catholic schools, said the driving Palm Beach, said the diocese will terstate 95, encouraging those who force behind the campaign’s launch serve as an umbrella to showcase pass by to learn more about what is to “help prospective families un- these four major points for the the Catholic schools have to offer. derstand that our schools are faith- Catholic schools. “By having consistent ‘Some- filled environments with excellent “The Office of Catholic School’s thing Greater’ campaign materials, academic programs that prepare website has been overhauled to I am optimistic that we will keep young people not only for college showcase the ‘Something Greater’ the benefits of Catholic education and careers, but for leadership in theme, plus additional technologi- ‘top of mind’ for community mem- their communities, churches and cal features and resources for cur- bers,” Trefelner said. the business world.” rent parents and prospective fami- At the Office of Catholic Schools In 2018, the Diocese of Palm lies have been added,” she said. meeting, Catholic school adminis- Beach collaborated with the 100 “In addition, the Office of Catholic trators revealed their enthusiasm Agency to conduct research on the Schools Facebook, Instagram and for the campaign’s launch, the likes Catholic schools in the diocese Twitter pages will not only post in- of which has not been done before will reinforce what makes Catholic atmosphere, a safe place to grow through surveys, focus groups and formation regarding the messaging in the Diocese of Palm Beach re- education something greater.” — in mind, body and spirit,” said additional qualitative and quan- from the campaign, but also show- garding Catholic education. “Our school is placing this state- Debbie Armstrong, principal of St. titative research methods. The case the individual schools.” “The 17 Catholic schools in the ment on all our social media outlets Jude Catholic School in Boca Raton. data collected revealed four major The second prong of the “Some- Diocese of Palm Beach represent and home website,” said Jill Broz, “I have the joy of assuring that the points of differentiation from public thing Greater” campaign will in- the most important ministries principal of All Saints Catholic students, parents, teachers and staff education for the Catholic schools, clude providing materials for the of our church, to educate and School in Jupiter. “We have now feel that we are something greater. which serve as key messages for the individual schools to personal- proclaim the good news of Jesus added it to our letterhead, enve- We are all called to be something campaign. These are: strong aca- ize and implement. For example, Christ,” said Sandi Harpring, devel- lopes, and emails. The main bul- greater, not for ourselves alone, but demics through a structured learn- St. Helen Catholic School in Vero opment director of St. Helen Catho- letin board that families see as they to promote the kingdom of God.” n ing environment; moral and spiri- Beach is using their personal- lic School. “We are a community of enter our school will have this state- tual development; individualized ized “Something Greater” materi- faith, and the ‘Something Greater’ ment with our marketing pillars To watch the “Something Greater” attention through small class sizes; als in packets for the Chamber of campaign speaks directly to that and photos. We are using this term marketing campaign launch video, and a child’s holistic development. Commerce. St. Anastasia Catholic community. I am very excited about in all we do.” visit diocesepbschools.org/school- Jennifer Trefelner, director of School and John Carroll Catholic promoting a unified message that “Catholic schools foster a family video. 3 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Aug. 9-22, 2019 August is a time of transition As the month of August begins, continues. Having been part of the we find ourselves, perhaps as- awesome moment of his Transfigu- This image tonishingly, more than half way ration, Peter, James and John have of the through the year. With less than a new insight into Christ. As they Assumption five months to Christmas and more move with Jesus towards the culmi- of Mary was FLORIDA than seven months since our New nation of his ministry on the Cross, created by Year’s resolutions, August is a good they understand better that suffer- Baroque Catholic month to take stock of ing is to be an integral part artist Guido DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH where we find ourselves in of the glory that will be Reni in 1642. our journey through this revealed in his Resurrec- Vol. 80, No. 19 year, as well as through tion. They also know that our lives. As the heat of they are to be involved in 9995 North Military Trail the summer makes itself that suffering. However, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 intensely felt in south- as astounding as the ex- 561-775-9500 • Fax 561-630-2698 ern Florida during this perience of the Transfigu- month, and as we pray LIVING THE ration was, they still will PUBLISHER TRUTH IN Bishop Gerald M. 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Charlie Immordino, right, a candidate for the permanent diaconate, prepares for his final retreat before ordination with his wife, Diana. Father John D’Mello, parochial vicar at St. Patrick Parish in Palm Beach Gardens, led the deacons and wives retreat at Our Lady of Florida Edwin Velasquez, a candidate for the permanent diaconate, prepares for his Spiritual Center in North Palm Beach. (PHOTOS BY CECILIA PADILLA | FC) final retreat before ordination with his wife, Rosa. Husbands, wives journey through permanent diaconate CECILIA PADILLA to commit. If you’re not ready, it will the Hispanic ministry. Rosa be- port at work. One co-worker even of the Florida Catholic staff be a challenge.” came involved with the Hispanic asked me why I’m so happy all the FYI The ways in which the rigor- religious formation at St. Peter time. I said, ‘Because I have Jesus in Is God calling you to serve PALM BEACH GARDENS | The ous five-year diaconate program and I helped the group there,” said my heart.’” as a permanent deacon? Diocese of Palm Beach Office of has brought Charlie and Diana Velasquez. Rosa joked that their To reinforce the vital role a strong The Diocese of Palm Beach is Permanent Deacons describes the closer is through knowledge of the friends and family would say that marriage plays in the permanent accepting applications for the per- etymology of the words “deacon” faith and a transformed prayer life. Edwin took Rosa’s lead with many diaconate, Rosa and Diana will manent deacon formation program and “diaconate” as derivatives of the “Charlie would come home from things in life; for example, moving accompany their husbands for a until Oct. 31. Greek word diakonia, which means class bursting from the topics he to Florida and ministry work. “But portion of the diaconate retreat re- To learn more about the diaconate “service” or “ministry.” Upon ordi- had learned, and my eyes were just now it’s I who need to follow him,” quired for the men who will be or- ministry, the application process nation, a deacon is called to service opened. I’d find myself saying, ‘I said Rosa. “Through his formation dained in September. Both men are and the formation program, plan to the word, service to the altar and didn’t learn that in school.’ I real- as a deacon, I’ve needed to learn to grateful for their wives’ endless sup- to attend one of the upcoming service to charity. This September, ized just how much I didn’t know follow his example and be a support port through their vocation journey. information nights: five men will be ordained perma- about Catholicism,” Diana said. to him.” “God gave me Diana so that I could nent deacons and begin a life of ser- Charlie explained how drastically One thing is for certain, they are get through the difficult times and • Tuesday, Aug. 20, 7 p.m., St. Mark vice in the diocese. their prayer life has changed. “We both following Christ. “I love that ultimately carry out his will,” said the Evangelist Catholic Church What many might not know, pray together now. Before it was I can talk to Edwin about topics I Charlie. Parish Hall, 1924 Zephyr Ave., Fort Pierce is that these men do not undergo an individual thing, but now we’re don’t know. I do a lot of listening, Edwin similarly reflected, “My diaconate formation alone. The united through our intimacy with which is a new spiritual role for me. wife is a blessing from God without • Thursday, Aug. 2, 7 p.m., St. five soon-to-be deacons have trav- the Lord. It’s been a tremendous But I know it is God calling me to whom I couldn’t have come this Therese de Lisieux, 11800 Lake eled through their vocation journey benefit to our marriage.” support my husband,” Rosa said. far.” n Worth Road, Wellington. with dedicated wives, who have Charlie and Diana both feel that “I kept hesitating about taking on a also transformed in knowledge and the Lord has prepared them for this leadership role through the perma- To learn more about the perma- For more information, visit https:// spirit. vocation through their life path. nent diaconate,” Edwin said. “I’d nent diaconate, visit diocesepb.org/ www.diocesepb.org/deacon- Charlie Immordino, a candidate “My life as a military spouse trained open the application on my com- permanent-deacons or contact Lina formation or www.diocesepb.org/ for the permanent diaconate, met me to take charge of the home puter and then close it, making ex- Salcedo, diaconate administrative permanent-deacons his wife, Diana, when they were front when Charlie was deployed. cuses that it was too long. We travel assistant, at 561-775-9540. both in their late teens. “At the time It prepared me for his long hours a lot and the homily’s at different I met my wife, I was considering the studying for the diaconate or being churches seemed like they were priesthood. I entered the seminary away in ministry,” said Diana. “As directed at me about answering the shortly after we met at our parish a military man and nurse, I guess call. This was God getting my atten- in New York, and she continued to it’s natural for me to want to serve. tion.” Marcia J Mills, Attorney PLLC write to me throughout my time Now that I’ll be ordained a deacon, “A deacon and his wife have to be there and went to Mass with me on my service will have a spiritual di- ready to commit to a life of public Licensed FL MD DC NY the weekends I was home,” Char- mension. This process has been service. I feel that I have been pub- lie said. “I ended up not becoming extremely challenging, joyful, diffi- lic in the Hispanic ministry for a a priest because of some personal cult, glorious and rewarding,” said long time, so now it’s Edwin’s time 40 years of experience doubts I had. Diana never gave up Charlie. to lead,” Rosa remarked. Edwin on me, though. We’ve been married Edwin Velasquez and his wife, emphasized how impactful a dea- going on 47 years.” Rosa, are another couple who have con can be to the secular world. “I Simple Wills: $100 After 30-plus years in the mili- been strengthened by the perma- work in information technology for tary, a career in nursing, and raising nent diaconate formation. “We met the town of Jupiter,” he said. “It’s a Trusts • POAs • Deeds • Probate three children, Charlie expressed to in Maryland and were very active government job, and there’s this his wife his calling to become a dea- in our faith there. Rosa was trans- pressure to keep church and state Home Visits No Extra Charge con. “This was something Charlie ferred to Jupiter by her job and so separate. But I don’t keep it sepa- has always wanted to do, and I knew we moved our family here. We at- rate. I say ‘God bless you’ and ‘have it would happen soon enough,” Di- tended St. Jude in Tequesta and a blessed day’ all the time. I was 4440 PGA Blvd., Ste. 600 12905-0809 ana said. “I knew it would be a voca- St. Peter in Jupiter and saw a huge worried about negative reactions, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 301-325-4928 tion for me too, so I had to be ready need for leadership and service in but I’ve only received positive sup- 5 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Aug. 9-22, 2019 Faithful attend investiture of the Brown Scapular

ALEEN STANTON peared throughout history Florida Catholic Correspondent spreading the message of the scapular. The last apparition to VERO BEACH | In celebra- St. Bernadette was in 1858, at tion of the feast day of Our Lady Lourdes on July 16, now the feast of Mount Carmel on July 16, St. Day of Our Lady of Mount Carmel. Helen Parish in Vero Beach held When Mary appeared to the chil- an investiture ceremony of the dren at Fatima Oct. 13, 1917, she brown scapular July 14. A large held the brown scapular. crowd of faithful Catholics be- The same image appeared to came invested with the scapular Pope John XXII with the mes- and enrolled in the Confraternity sage that the devout who wear the of Brown Scapulars. scapular and follow the required Discalced Carmelite Father conditions will be released from Antony Pulikal, pastor of Holy purgatory the first Saturday after Name of Jesus in West Palm death and taken into heaven. This Beach, and Father Kevin Nelson, is called the Sabbatine Privilege pastor of St. Helen Parish, invest- in the Bull of Promulgation under ed the faithful with the assistance Pope John XXII. of Deacon Nicholas Zrallack. There have been many mira- “I have always been impressed cles attributed to the wearing of by the Carmelite spirituality,” Fa- the scapular. St. Pope John Paul ther Nelson said. “It is the founda- II survived an assassin’s bullet tion of my own spirituality.” and attributed the miracle to Our Father Pulikal explained the Lady of Mount Carmel and the history of the Carmelite Order brown scapular. “Even as a young and Our Lady of Mount Carmel. factory worker in Poland, St. Pope Each person invested under Our Lady of Mount Carmel receives the brown scapular to wear. The priest “In 1251, Our Lady of Mount Car- John Paul II wore the scapular,” bestows the scapular, saying, "Receive this blessed scapular and beseech the Blessed Virgin that through mel appeared to St. Simon Stock, Father Pulikal said. “He wanted to her merits, you may wear it without stain. May it defend you against all adversity and accompany you prior general of the Carmelite Or- join the Carmelites, but God had a to eternal life.” (ALEEN STANTON | FC) der. We are told she handed him a different idea.” brown scapular with the promise Sandra Luckas, St. Helen pa- and am devoted to the scapular,” Exodus 90 ministry said, “Me For more information about the of ‘Whosoever wears this scapular rishioner, grew up in Holy Hill, she said. wearing the scapular is a commit- Carmelites and the Confraternity shall not suffer the fires of hell.’” Wisconsin, with the Carmelite Patrick Keay, St. Helen parish- ment to a way of life and devotion of Brown Scapular, visit www. The Blessed Mother has ap- Friars. “I love the Carmelite spirit ioner and member of the Men’s to God and Mary.” n carmelites.net.

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CECILIA PADILLA motherhood that Mary, through priests in prayer and provide for of the Florida Catholic staff Orans, invites us to share with her,” them out of our resources—that is, said Lawlor. our sacrifice and offerings. PALM BEACH GARDENS | Joan Lawlor explained that spiri- In the Acts of the Apostles, Luke Lawlor, leader of the Orans ministry tual sons (priests) are assigned to describes the founding of the for the Diocese of Palm Beach, has spiritual mothers (women in the Church. Returning to the upper kept priests in her prayer intentions diocese) through the Office of Vo- room after the ascension of Jesus, since she was 12-years-old. cations. A notification is mailed to the apostles ‘devoted themselves “When I was a young girl in priests upon their ordination, but with one accord to prayer, together Brooklyn, a missionary priest visit- neither party knows who they pray with some women, and Mary, the ed my parish requesting donations for or who is praying for them. Com- mother of Jesus, and his brothers.’ for his mission,” she recalled. “In mitted spiritual mothers are asked The Holy Spirit responded to their addition to monetary support and to give daily offerings on behalf of prayer on the day of Pentecost, supplies, he emphasized that his their spiritual son and attend at when he bestowed his gifts on all mission needed support through least one weekday Mass per month. those present, transforming each prayer. I thought to myself, ‘I can One weekly rosary and daily recita- one according to the specific mis- afford that.’ To this day, I pray for tion of the Prayer for Priests are also sion each would have in the new all the priests who are leading mis- part of the commitment. A woman Church. The outpouring of the sions and their intentions.” of any age and of any state in life Holy Spirit led Mary to exercise the This desire to pray for priests may be a spiritual mother. spiritual motherhood that Jesus had became the impetus for the Orans “This ministry only asks for a granted her from the cross. We see ministry Lawlor now leads. It was woman’s sacrifice through prayer. this reflected in the words of Jesus established by Lawlor through the It’s not about meetings, fundrais- on the cross to his mother, ‘Wom- Diocese of Palm Beach Office of Vo- ers or events. In fact, the spiritual an, behold, your son,’ and to John, cations in 2009, as dioceses across mothers don’t’ meet at all. It’s just ‘behold, your mother.’ With these the world were amid the “Year for about a spiritual connection that words, Mary became the spiritual Priests” declared by Pope Benedict supports the religious in their mis- mother of all of us, and of priests XVI. Orans is a ministry for women sion to serve,” Lawlor said. “What in a particular way. The Catechism who commit to prayer and sacrifice many faithful don’t realize is that of the Catholic Church tells us that with and for the priests of the dio- priests need our prayers just as Mary is the perfect orans, a figure of cese and was founded with the in- much as we need theirs.” the Church.” tention of continuing the spiritual Many interested in the minis- Although the Orans ministry has support for priests beyond Pope try ask Lawlor what inspired the been very successful, Lawlor hopes Benedict’s year-long declaration. name and significance of Orans. to provide one spiritual mother for The ministry celebrates its 10-year She highlighted two examples from each priest in the diocese. “Right anniversary this summer and Law- scripture: now, there aren’t enough women to lor looks forward to renewing the “In his Gospel, Luke tells us about assign one to each priest. It would Orans mission for more years to the Galilean women who journeyed be encouraging to see our numbers come. with Jesus and the twelve apostles, grow in community. Prayer is pow- The word orans refers to a pray- providing for them out of their re- erful and so many clergy need our ing female figure in early Christian sources. The women accompanied support, now more than ever.” n art. An example is the icon titled Mary as she prayed for Jesus to bear Art in the Roman catacombs of the first and second century Christians “Pentecost,” which depicts the the weight of the cross on the way to For women interested in becoming a is an example of the “orans” depiction. Frescoes show the image of a Blessed Mother praying with the Calvary, and they shared in her grief spiritual mother through the Orans female figure praying with extended arms and open palms, indicating apostles. “At Pentecost, Mary re- at the death and burial of Jesus. We ministry, contact Consuelo Minu- that these early Christians recognized Mary’s role as spiritual mother ceived the renewed gift of the Spirit look to the example of the Galilean toli, administrative assistant for the and as intercessor for her son. This image is titled “Pentecost,” which is on a plaque that hangs in Joan Lawlor’s home. She used the icon so that her spiritual motherhood women who accompany Jesus and Office of Vocations, at 561-775-9552 on a prayer card containing the Prayer for Priests, which the women would be fruitful. It is this spiritual realize that we can accompany our or [email protected]. in the ministry use for daily prayer. (CECILIA PADILLA | FC) Pope advances sainthood causes for U.S. priest, Spanish martyrs

CAROL GLATZ father left to try to join the Union Despite rampant racism and and Perez-Monteserin were 25, 41 Catholic News Service Army during the Civil War, his discrimination, he became one of and 23 years old, respectively. mother fled with her three children the city's most popular pastors, at- • The pope also signed decrees VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis by rowing them across the Missis- tracting members of both white attesting to the heroic virtues lived advanced the sainthood cause of sippi River and settling in Quincy and black Catholic communities. by six servants of God -- three men Father Augustus Tolton, who was in the free state of Illinois. He spearheaded the building of St. and three women. Among them the first African American dioc- There, he was encouraged to Monica Church for black Catholics were: esan priest in the United States and discern his vocation to the priest- and worked tirelessly for his con- • Mother Rosario Arroyo, a dis- founder of the first black Catholic hood by the Franciscan priests who gregation in Chicago, even to the tant relative of the former Filipino parish in Chicago. taught him at St. Francis College, point of exhaustion. On July 9, 1897, President Gloria Arroyo, lived from Signing decrees issued by the now Quincy University. However, he died of heatstroke on a Chicago 1884 to 1957 and founded the Do- Congregation for Saints' Causes he was denied access to seminaries street at the age of 43. minican Sisters of the Most Holy June 11, Pope Francis also formally in the United States after repeated He was known for persevering Rosary of the Philippines. recognized the martyrdom of three requests, so he pursued his edu- against all odds in pursuit of his Father Augustus Tolton • Felice Tantardini, known as Catholic laywomen who were nurs- cation in Rome at what is now the calling and quietly devoted himself "God's blacksmith," was an Italian es for the Red Cross and were killed Pontifical Urbanian University. to his people, despite great difficul- front in northern Spain. lay missionary for the Pontifical during the 1936-1939 Spanish Civil He was ordained for the Propa- ties and setbacks. The women refused to leave the Institute for Foreign Missions. Born War. ganda Fidei Congregation in 1886, Pope Francis also formally rec- wounded unattended even though in 1898, he spent 70 years serving The decree for Father Tolton's expecting to become a mission- ognized the martyrdom of Maria the area was about to come under in Myanmar, where he died in 1991 cause recognizes that he lived a life ary in Africa. Yet, he was sent to be Pilar Gullon Yturriaga, Octavia Igle- the control of populist fighters. All at the age of 93. He worked as a cat- of heroic virtue. a missionary in his own country sias Blanco and Olga Perez-Monte- the patients, the doctor and chap- echist and helped build churches, Father Tolton had been born into and returned to Quincy, where he serin Nunez, members of Catholic lain were killed, and the three nurs- schools, parish houses, hospitals, slavery in 1854 on a plantation near served for three years before going Action who volunteered to serve es were assaulted, raped and shot seminaries, orphanages, convents Brush Creek, Missouri. After his to the Chicago Archdiocese in 1889. wounded soldiers on the Asturian on Oct. 28, 1936. Gullon, Iglesias and bridges. n 7 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Aug. 9-22, 2019

share it with others through COMMUNITY ministry. English and Spanish EVENTS classes. Cost: $10. Schedules: NEWSbrief www.diocesepb.org/school-of- Spiritual Healing Through christian-formation. 561-775- Prayer Ministry: St Jude 9544, [email protected]. Church, 21689 Toledo Rd., Boca Permanent deacon Raton. St. Jude Healing Prayer applications available: Ministry is now offering personal Men interested in applying to private healing prayer for those become a permanent deacon in need of physical, emotional, of the Diocese of Palm Beach relational, or spiritual healing are asked to speak to their through prayer. Appointments pastors for permission to apply, are available the first 3 Mondays and download the application of each month from 7-8:30 p.m. from the diocesan website, in Mt. Carmel Hall. For more www.diocesepb.org/deacon- information or an appointment formation. Deadline: October 31, contact Chantal at 561-302-1204. 2019. Classes begin in the Fall Catholic Grandparents 2020 for men whose applications Association chapter are approved by the committee meetings: Monthly gatherings on admissions and scrutinies. are held at various parishes. All 561-775-9540, Lsalcedo@ grandparents are welcome to diocesepb.org. join and discuss grandparenting Workshops for Mass issues and share tips and tactics lectors: Contact a parish pastor for passing along the faith to or parish ministry coordinator the younger generations. Kit for reservations. Names of parish Johansen, 561-626-8027, kitjoh@ participants are required two aol.com or Pat Piccoli, 561-339- days before workshop date. 8439, [email protected]. Unbound healing prayer: Stations of the Cross for First and third Mondays by priests: Fourth Saturdays, confidential appointment. Nathan Earl, left center, a survivor and human trafficking advocate, stands with Christina Silvestri, Anti- following 8:30 a.m. Mass, Diocese of Palm Beach Office of Human Trafficking program administrator of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Palm Beach, second from Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, Marriage and Family Life. Proven 9999 N. Military Trail, Palm prayer model designed to help right, as well as members of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office, including Captain Stephen Strivelli, Beach Gardens. 561-371-1658. those who try but struggle with far left, Gena Rowlands, senior planner, and Stacey Longhini, victim advocate. They are standing with Monthly holy hour of the same sins time and again the roses that represent the 100 survivors of human trafficking helped by the Sheriff’s Office and Catholic prayer and adoration: and feel hopeless in search for Charities Task Force. (COURTESY) Please note that there is NO freedom. 561-775-9524, cloh@ diocesepb.org. holy hour for June and July. tice awarded to Palm Beach County the Palm Beach Sheriff’s Office, Holy hour will resume in Protection of Children and Human trafficking August. Last Thursdays, 7 p.m., Young People: The Diocese Sheriff’s Office and Catholic Chari- and F.B.I. data analyst Jen Howard. Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, of Palm Beach is committed symposium held ties to combat human trafficking in Two survivors were present and 9999 N. Military Trail, Palm to the safety and protection Catholic Charities of Palm Beach the community. shared their testimonials. Palm Beach Gardens. Sacrament of of all children and vulnerable and the Palm Beach County Sher- A case study was presented by a Beach County District 6 Commis- reconciliation available. Evening adults in its care. Victims of iff’s Office hosted the inaugural panel including Christina Silvestri sioner Melissa McKinlay was pres- of simple praise and worship of abuse by church personnel Human Trafficking Task Force of Catholic Charities of Palm Beach ent to share her support in the fight Jesus present in the Eucharist. are encouraged to contact the Social follows. 561-622-2565. Diocesan Victim Assistance Symposium July 19 at the Palm human trafficking program and against human trafficking. On dis- Prayer gathering: Fridays, Coordinator, Lorraine Sabatella, Beach County Police Benevolent resource specialist, Gregory Schil- play were 100 roses that represented 5 p.m., on the sidewalks near A at 561-801-0999. Office of Association in West Palm Beach. ler of the U.S. attorney’s office, F.B.I. survivors identified and served by Woman’s World Medical Center Safe Environments provides The event was funded through a Special Agent Peter Angell, Detec- Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office that offers abortion services, 503 safety resources, guidance grant from the Department of Jus- tive John Chavez, a detective with and Catholic Charities. S. 12th St., Fort Pierce. 772-465- and education and training to 8298. employees, all church personnel and volunteers. Visit: www. diocesepb.org and click on recovery programs. Location: Respite services to St. Lucie Office. 561-360-3330. DIOCESAN EVENTS Offices/Safe Environments 1300 U.S. Highway 1, North Palm County caregivers: Short-term or www.diocesepb.org/safe- Beach. 561-626-1300 or www. or temporary care of a few hours Monthly Mind Mass to environments. ourladyofflorida.org. a week. 561-360-3321. ANNOUNCEMENTS remember departed souls: Match grant program: Second Saturdays, 10 a.m., Our Services available for qualifying Catholic radio stations are Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery, RETREATS/DAYS CATHOLIC individuals legally admitted available through the radio, 10941 Southern Blvd., Royal into the United States under the Internet and application Palm Beach. 561-793-0711, OF PRAYER CHARITIES EVENTS specific statuses. Program is downloads: WPBV FM (98.3 [email protected]. designed to facilitate client’s FM, www.wpbvradio.com); WJPP Our Lady of Florida Catholic Charities Respect School of Christian self-sufficiency through (100.1 FM, www.wjppfm.com); Spiritual Center: Retreats and Life Ministry seeks volunteers Formation: Designed for adult employment. Refugees, asylees, and WDMC (920 AM, www. programs available for clergy, to take on roles as respect life Catholics who want to better Cuban and Haitian entrants, and divinemercyradio.com). religious, men, women, married parish representatives. Contact know the Catholic faith and victims of trafficking can call for Women of Grace ministry couples, singles and people in Deanna Herbst, 561-360-3330, information and appointments. program is seeking volunteers [email protected]. 561-345-2000. to facilitate study programs Holy hour: First Fridays, 10:30 Rosary gathering: First for English-speakers and also a.m., Cathedral of St. Ignatius Saturdays, 9 a.m., near for Spanish-speakers. Training Loyola, 9999 N. Military Trail, Presidential Women’s Center sessions are held at St. Joan of Palm Beach Gardens. Prayer and in West Palm Beach, 100 Arc Parish, 319 S.W. Third Street, adoration for those suffering Northpoint Parkway, West Palm Boca Raton. Call Martha Nicolli, after abortion and miscarriage. Beach. Led by Respect Life 561-212-8673 or mnicolli@ womenofgrace.com. Parish nurse meetings: Open to all registered nurses William E. Boyes interested in health ministry. Call Catholic Charities, Interfaith John Farina Health and Wellness, 561- 345-2000, ext. 256; or email Peter Matwiczyk wellness@catholiccharitiesdpb. org. • Wills, trusts and guardianship litigation Charitable giving • Estate and trust planning and administration guidelines: The bishops

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Angela Leggio paints in her home studio in Stuart. Many of her works line the walls of her home and the office of her husband’s company. She has painted religious images for St. Bernadette Parish in Port St. Lucie and other Catholic organizations throughout the diocese. (PHOTOS BY CECILIA PADILLA | FC) Local Catholic artist paints “Fiat” hangs on a wall in Leggio’s home. The piece is 36”x 48” and is painted on wood board with oil paints. Leggio printed prayer cards of her painting for the Diocese of Palm Beach Youth and Young Adult according to God’s will Ministry to use on their recent visit to Covecrest Life Teen Camp. The theme for this year’s camp just happened to be based on fiat, or faithfulness to God’s plan. CECILIA PADILLA Bella she copied from a photo she her work and conduct research on of the Florida Catholic staff took at the local zoo. “That paint- the Russian icon. “This image was ‘The whole time I was painting I kept praying over ing was so fun. I donated ‘Bella’ to originally on a blog that my friend and over to God, “Let your will be done.” It was a STUART | Angela Leggio, pa- the Kane Center in Stuart, which found. I went back to read the blog rishioner of St. Joseph Catholic is the council on aging in Martin and I couldn’t find it. I researched prayer that kept me painting in obedience to God’s Church in Stuart, stood in front of county, for a fundraiser they were the image itself and nothing in a large canvas painting of an oc- having,” she said. “I hope my the same style came up. It was like desire. This work needed to be created and I was topus in her home studio. “I love painting went on to make some- this image came out of nowhere simply a tool for his message.’ animals. The more I paint images one else happy.” and into my hands.” of creatures, the more I under- The work of art that has After endless frustrations and Angela Leggio stand our creator. There’s no end brought Leggio attention most doubts, Leggio completed the to what I can paint when God is in recently is a colorful rendition piece in one year and two months. everything we see.” of a Russian icon of the Blessed She titled the painting “Fiat,” Leggio’s ability to find the Mother holding the Christ child. which references the Latin phrase spiritual in creation has led her “I’ve never painted anything like fiat voluntas tua—your will be to paint incredible religious im- this before. A friend brought me done—featured at the bottom of ages with only canvasses and oil the image and asked me to paint the painting. Leggio explained paints. “My whole life I’ve wanted it for her. It was an intimidating that when the friend who had to paint. I didn’t have the confi- piece and I couldn’t bring myself asked her to paint the image came dence to pursue it until a friend of to commit to it,” she said. “As soon to pick it up, she wept at the sight mine bought me a set of oil pants as that doubt crossed my mind, of it and insisted Leggio keep it Located in the Heart of Abacoa and encouraged me to take class- painting the image was all I could or donate it to a religious cause. es,” Leggio said. “She could see think about—it consumed me. I “I was humbled by her reaction,” Carmine’s Coal Fired Pizza that this was something I wanted even dreamt that I had painted it Leggio said. “But I can’t take the Charmingly cozy authentic eatery serving up coal fired pizzas, vast wine to do, but I just needed a little in one night; that morning I ex- credit for it. I’m nobody. God is list and traditional Italian mains with a new world twist. Family friendly push.” pected it to be sitting in my studio everything. This was his doing. atmosphere patio terrace dining and space for large groups! At the time, Leggio was 40 years complete.” He made me worthy to carry out old and hadn’t seriously painted Leggio hesitantly began work- his work.” 4575 Military Trail, Jupiter, FL 33458 • 561-340-3930 before. “There were times where ing on the piece, knowing that it “Fiat” hangs in Leggio’s home I wanted to walk out of class and would be a long journey to see it in Stuart waiting for the right or- just give up. I was studying under through. “The whole time I was ganization or church to claim it an art teacher, so I kept compar- painting I kept praying over and for its own. “That painting was a ing my skills to hers,” Leggio said. over to God, ‘Let your will be lot of sweat and tears but it’s not “But I guess even Michelangelo done.’ It was a prayer that kept me mine to keep. If it brings someone Upbeat hang out spot serving up grass-fed beef, hand-cut french fries, had a mentor, so I stuck with it.” painting in obedience to God’s closer to Christ wherever it ends hand-spun milk shakes and a lively green salad bar. The menu doesn’t stop Since beginning her classes, desire,” she said. “This work up, that’s my reward.” n at burgers, from turkey and veggie burgers to house-made chicken tenders Leggio has painted close to 200 needed to be created and I was and wood oven-roasted chicken wings there is something for everyone! paintings of both nature and re- simply a tool for his message.” To learn more about Angela Leg- ligious icons. She fondly recalled Through the process, Leggio gio’s artwork, call 772-323-7227 or 4575 Military Trail, Jupiter, FL 33458 • 561-340-3940 the painting of a warthog named would often stop to pray about email [email protected]. 11134-0809 WWW.THEFLORIDACATHOLIC.ORG | Aug. 9-22, 2019 FLORIDACatholic VENICE DIOCESE New senior housing blessed

BOB REDDY need to continue to thrive and live inde- of the Florida Catholic staff pendently. The ceremony featured remarks from ARCADIA | Declaring that everyone representatives from U.S. Sen. Marco Ru- deserves a proper place to call home, Bish- bio’s office, U.S. Rep. Gregory Steube’s of- op Frank J. Dewane presided over a bless- fice, as well as DeSoto County Commis- ing and ribbon-cutting ceremony July 26, sioner J.C. Deriso and Arcadia Mayor Jac- at the St. John Paul II Villas, a new Catholic carie Simons. Pereira also read a letter of Charities Diocese of Venice Inc. affordable congratulations and support from Florida housing community designated for low- Gov. Ron DeSantis. income seniors in Arcadia. Deriso called St. John The first new resident, Paul II Villas, and the neigh- Donna Gutierrez, was all ‘These villas are boring Casa San Juan Bosco, smiles during the blessing not the biggest, “God’s work.” He went on to and dedication noting after- say that something so beau- wards that her new home is a but they provide tiful and well-maintained dream come true after living a safe, dignified did not happen by accident. in a dilapidated apartment “It’s a real success story from for the past several years. “It place for seniors to beginning to end.” is so beautiful,” Gutierrez de- live their lives with Simons called the work by clared. “Everything is won- Catholic Charities and the derful. I really cannot thank independence and Diocese to provide housing Catholic Charities, the Dio- a huge asset to the area. “We Above, Bishop Frank J. Dewane blesses the community center of the new St. John Paul cese, and the Bishop, enough the dignity they (as a city) are thankful for II Villas in Arcadia on July 20. The Villas are a 64-unit, Catholic Charities senior housing for creating this wonderful deserve.” the Catholic Diocese for see- subdivision. Below is a view of the entrance of the villas. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) community for seniors. It is a ing a need and acting on it real blessing.” — Bishop Frank with St. John Paul II Villas.” The 64 one and two-bed- Dewane Funding for St. John Paul room villas are adjacent to II Villas was provided by the the existing Casa San Juan Florida Housing Finance Bosco of Catholic Charities migrant farm- Corporation, SunTrust, Affordable Hous- worker housing community, which opened ing Program through the Federal Home in 2013. Loan Bank of Atlanta, DeSoto County SHIP Bishop Dewane thanked and praised funds, and through the generosity of indi- the numerous partners who helped to vidual donors. make the project come to fruition. “The National Development of America, Inc. support of all the partners is a testament to constructed the new subdivision, which is what can be done when we work together composed of 16 quadplexes available for to address a need in the community,” Bish- persons 55-years of age and older with a op Dewane said. “The speed in which this restricted income. The 64 units include project was funded, and the work done by 32 one-bedroom and one-bath and 32 all parties, shows the confidence all have two-bedroom and two-bath units. The in the work of Catholic Charities Housing. one-bedrooms are 538 square feet and This community is something of which all the two-bedrooms are 707 square feet. Bishop Frank could be proud.” The neighborhood also has a community J. Dewane Bishop first heard of the plans for the de- center where residents can receive enrich- leads a velopment of housing in Arcadia, he visited ment services and participate in activi- ribbon- cutting the proposed site and saw a large empty ties. The new community took nearly 10 ceremony at field. The initial part of that plan was to months to build and cost approximately the new St. build two phases of single-family homes $8 million. John Paul for farm worker families to give them a Bishop Dewane, along with Pereira and II Villas in place to call their own, which is now Casa members of the Catholic Charities Board of Arcadia on San Juan Bosco. When the second phase Directors and Housing Authority took part July 20. The was finished, the next logical focus was on in the formal ribbon-cutting ceremony in Villas are phase three to provide affordable housing front of the community center. The Bishop a 64-unit for vulnerable seniors. then blessed the center as well as several of Catholic “These villas are not the biggest,” Bish- the villas. Charities op Dewane explained, “but they provide a Following the ceremony there were senior safe, dignified place for seniors to live their tours of the new community and a celebra- housing lives with independence and the dignity tory reception. subdivision. they deserve.” Also of note, the Councils for Catho- Catholic Charities CEO Philomena lic Women of St. Therese Parish in North Pereira added the new community is not Fort Myers and Epiphany Cathedral Par- just about providing a roof over one’s ish in Venice raised funds for blankets and head, but in fact Catholic Charities will kitchen supplies, which are being placed in facilitate a support system to ensure all of units as a warm welcome to the new arriv- the residents receive the assistance they als to the Villas. n Aug. 9-22, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 2 Diocesan seminarians gather for summer retreat

BOB REDDY Some of the Diocese of the Florida Catholic staff of Venice Seminarians The seminarians of VENICE | are seen the Diocese of Venice have each re- with Bishop sponded to a specific call from the Frank J. Lord, to take a journey which leads Dewane them on a discerning path toward a Aug. 2 vocation to the priesthood. Bishop Frank J. Dewane closed the annual seminarian convoca- tion on Aug. 2 with the celebration of the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Center in Venice. “Thank you for responding to a call of the Lord - a call to holiness,” Bishop Dewane said. “You have a belief in yourself and how you have responded. That belief will give you strength as you move forward.” By choosing a vocation to the priest- hood, the seminarians have re- sponded to live a life of knowing the Lord in His goodness and requires more than simply listening to what Seminarian David Portorreal, SEMINARIANS: RESPONDING TO GOD’S CALL the Lord has to say, but actually liv- who is returning to St. Vincent de ing life as the Lord wants, the Bish- Paul Regional Seminary in Boynton Prayer for Diocese of Venice Seminarians Diocese of Venice Vocations op added. “The Lord blesses you for Beach in the fall, spent his summer are supported through the Diocese Seminarians giving yourself freely. You are on a at the Institute for Priestly Forma- Catholic Faith Appeal, the Knights of God our Father, we thank journey with and to God.” tion at Creighton University, Oma- Columbus and the generosity of the Deacon Carlos José Grullon you for calling men and The convocation is an annual ha, Neb. “It was a great experience faithful. Encinas Jacob Gwynn women to serve in your Son’s gathering of those seminarians at to go and be with other seminarians Parishioners from around the Dio- Deacon Franckel Mark Harris Kingdom as priests, deacons, different stages in their ongoing and priests from across the country, cese are encouraged to help support Fils-Aime Peirrot Lazarre religious, and consecrated discernment for the priesthood and each going through continuing for- the seminarians in their studies and persons. Send your Holy Spirit Deacon Daniel Nathaniel Nieves took place from July 31-Aug. 2. mation. It was inspiring.” choice of vocation through prayer and Ricardo to help us respond generously Euder Paul The gathering gives the semi- Another seminarian, Kevin financial assistance. Donations may Kevin Avellaneda and courageously to your call. narians — 16 of the 19 from the Avellaneda,who will be on a Pas- be sent to: Diocese of Venice, Office Alexander Pince May our community of faith Alan Baldarelli Diocese able to attend — an op- toral Year in the Diocese, spent his of Vocations, 1000 Pinebrook Road, David Portorreal support vocations of sacrificial Christian Chami portunity to come together as a summer in Pastoral Ministry to Venice, FL 34285. Carlos Rodriguez love in our youth. We ask this Juan Contreras through our Lord Jesus Christ, group to pray, to reflect on their the Sick through St. Paul Seminary For more information about the Alejandro Roldan choice of vocation and to share School of Divinity, St. Paul, Minn. seminarians or Vocations, contact James Gates Jr. who lives and reigns with you Daniel Scanlan their thoughts and their personal While there he had powerful en- Father Shawn Roser at roser@dioce- and the Holy Spirit, one God, journey with others who are on the counters with those who are sick in seofvenice.org or 941-486-4720, or for ever and ever. Amen. same path. The goal is for them to the hospital, nursing homes and in visit www.venicevocations.com. leave refreshed and prepared for hospice. “It was a very moving expe- the next phase in their faith jour- rience. You get a chance to see the ney. The retreat was directed by work of God in different ways. See- ted to the Lord. “That commitment Father Shawn Roser, Diocese of for the first time in just a week or Msgr. Michael Muhr of the Dio- ing someone on a ventilator and just should come from your experiences Venice Director of Vocations, said two. cese of St. Petersburg while shar- being there for the person and also of faith knowing you are not alone the annual convocation allows the Please pray for our seminarians ing his experiences of 36 years in the families strengthened my faith.” in your journey, either through my seminarians to share their experi- as they return to their respective the priesthood and offering differ- Bishop Dewane encouraged the prayers, the prayers of the priests ences, which is valuable as some seminaries and continue in dis- ent ways for them to grow in their seminarians to return to their re- and the prayers of the faithful are very close to ordination, while cerning their vocation to the priest- relationship with the Lord. spective seminaries more commit- across the Diocese.” others are going into the seminary hood. n

Bishop Frank J. Dewane, seen center at left, celebrates Mass with Diocese of Venice Seminarians Aug. 2 at the conclusion the annual Diocese Seminarian Convocation at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Center in Venice. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) 3 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Aug. 9-22, 2019 Teachers welcomed to Diocesan community BOB REDDY of the Florida Catholic staff

VENICE | Teachers are mem- bers of a vitally important profes- sion. They teach essential skills and FLORIDA concepts, nurture curiosity and a sense of wonder, cultivate abilities Catholic and interests and give their stu- DIOCESE OF VENICE dents a sense of significance and purpose. Vol. 80, No. 19 In the context of a Catholic School, however, the work of the 1000 Pinebrook Road teacher takes on a new dimension. Venice, FL 34285 It is often referred to as a vocation 941-484-9543 • Fax 941-483-1121 – a calling to become part of some- thing of greater significance — in PUBLISHER this case, to share in the Church’s Bishop Frank Dewane mission. In their own way, teach- DIOCESAN EDITOR ers in Catholic Schools share in the Bob Reddy work of Jesus to reach out to others [email protected] and spread the Good News about 941-484-9543 life and its purpose. A group of 64 new faculty and • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: staff, who will serve in various ca- Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, pacities at the 15 schools of the Bishop Frank J. Dewane speaks Aug. 1 during an orientation meeting for new Diocesan school faculty or customerservice@theflorida Diocese of Venice, gathered Aug. 1 and staff at Epiphany Cathedral Parish Hall in Venice. (BOB REDDY | FC) catholic.org for their orientation at Epiphany Ca- Notify us of address changes (temporary thedral Parish Hall in Venice. be.” The schools offer cross-curricular experiences including background or permanent) as soon as possible. Please Bishop Frank J. Dewane opened Dr. Ben Moore, Diocesan Super- learning experiences through and teaching experiences, if they change your address online at www. the orientation with a prayer, warm intendent of Catholic Education, STREAM (Science, Technology, had some. 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Leave your lowed by perpetual profession on ber of ministries, including 18 first overseas mission to which feedback at www.thefloridacatholic.org; Sept. 13, 1954, and ordination to years in secondary education, the Oblates first traveled in 1882. click reader feedback link in the top menu. NAPLES | Father Thomas J. the priesthood May 31, in Wilmington, Dela- After more than a decade, he re- Gillespie, Oblate of St. Francis 1960. He completed a ware, and Harrisburg, turned to the United States in Send statewide news releases to de Sales for 68 years and former bachelor’s degree in Pennsylvania. He also 2007 to retire. However, in 2008, [email protected] Parochial Vicar of St. Ann Parish mathematics at Ni- served as spiritual di- he came out of retirement to serve in Naples, died July 27, 2019, at agara University, New rector at the De Sales as both a Parochial Vicar and All contents copyright © 2019, The Florida the Oblate community at Childs, York, and a master’s School of Theology, later as Priest-in-Residence at St. Catholic Inc., except stories and photos from Maryland. He was 87. degree in guidance Postulant Director, Di- Ann Parish in Naples, where he Catholic News Service. Father Gillespie was born Jan. and counseling at the rector of Novices and stayed until his final retirement 16, 1932, in Elkins Park, Pennsyl- Catholic University of Religious Superior at in 2017 when he left to live in the vania, the son of Francis J. Gil- America, Washington, both Brisson Seminary Oblate community in Maryland. lespie and Catherine (McMaster) D.C. and the Salesianum A Mass of Christian Burial was Gillespie. It was in 1950, when he Enjoying a rich and Oblate community. held July 31, at Our Lady of Light entered the Oblates of St. Francis varied mix of assign- Father Gillespie At 64, Father Gil- Chapel, in Childs. Internment de Sales and professed first vows ments throughout his lespie received per- followed in the Oblate Cemetery. at the end of his postulancy and 59 years of priesthood, Father mission to serve as a missionary He is survived by his sisters, Mary novitiate on Sept. 13, 1951, fol- Gillespie tried his hand at a num- in South Africa, historically the Cormier and Van Gillespie. n

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SOLEMNITY OF THE ASSUMPTION OF MARY Holy day contemplates mystery of Blessed Virgin

BOB REDDY exalted by the Lord as Queen over lem near the site of the end of her of the Florida Catholic staff all things, so that she might be more earthly existence or dormition. fully conformed to her Son, the Lord That location also soon became VENICE | The upcoming So- of lords and conqueror of death.” a place of pilgrimage. (Today, the lemnity of the Assumption of the Pope Francis said while the Benedictine Abbey of the Dormi- Blessed Virgin Mary, to be cele- Blessed Virgin has entered into tion of Mary stands on the spot.) brated Aug. 15, is a particular time heavenly glory, this does not mean In 1950, Pope Pius XII pro- in the year to reflect upon the story that she is distant or detached from claimed the Assumption of Mary of eternal hope for the faithful. us; “rather Mary accompanies us, a dogma of the Catholic Church, Pope Francis said the Assump- struggles with us, and sustains therefore, an ancient belief became tion (a Holy Day of Obligation) is a Christians in their fight against Catholic doctrine and the Assump- time when “the holy faithful peo- the forces of evil. The stupendous tion was declared a truth revealed ple of God express with joy their reality of Mary’s Assumption man- by God. veneration of the Virgin Mother. ifests and confirms the unity of the The declaration of the dogma They do so in the common liturgy human person, and it reminds was to “make our belief in our own and also in a thousand different us that we are called to serve and resurrection stronger and render ways of piety; and thus, the proph- glorify God with all our being, soul it more effective,” Pope Pius XII ecy of Mary herself comes true: ‘All and body. To serve God only with stated in a proclamation. generations will call me blessed’ the body would be an action of The proclamation went on to say (Luke 1:48), because the Lord has slaves; to serve God only with the that the definition of the Assump- regarded His humble handmaid.” soul would be against our human tion “will contribute in no small The Assumption of Our Lady nature.” way to the advantage of human into heaven, in soul and body, is This feast of the Assumption of society, since it (reflects and builds a divine privilege accorded to the the Blessed Virgin Mary is the old- up) the glory of the Most Blessed Holy Mother of God because of her est celebration of Our Lady. The Trinity, to which the Blessed Moth- particular union with Jesus, Pope original celebration was known er of God is bound by such singular Francis noted. “It’s a corporal and as the “Memory of Mary” or “Fall- bonds.” spiritual union, which began with ing Asleep” of Mary for it initially It was also expected that the the Annunciation and matured centered on the end of her earthly faithful would be stirred up to a throughout Mary’s life, through existence, commonly known as her stronger piety toward their heav- her singular participation in her “dormition.” enly Mother and that those who Son’s mystery,” the Holy Father Soon the name was changed to meditate upon the glorious exam- continued. “Mary always went the “Assumption of Mary,” since ple Mary offers be more and more with her Son: she went behind Je- there was much more to the feast convinced of the value of a human sus, and so we say she was His first than the end of her earthly life. The life entirely devoted to carrying disciple.” belief that Mary had been taken up, out the heavenly Father’s will and The Catechism of the Catholic body and soul, into heaven dates to bringing good to others. Church describes the Assumption back to the apostles themselves. Pope Francis said the current in this way: “The Immaculate Vir- Clear from the beginning was devotion the faithful throughout gin, when the course of her earthly that there were no relics of Mary the world have toward the Blessed life was finished, was taken up body to be venerated, and that an empty Virgin confirms the earlier expec- This image of the Assumption of Mary was created by Baroque artist and soul into heavenly glory, and tomb stood on the edge of Jerusa- tations of Pope Pius XII. n Guido Reni in 1642.

NEWSbriefs SUMMER MUSIC CAMP Florida Catholic during the ninth annual Blue Mass, Award, a scholarship opportu- Sept. 8, 10 a.m., Our Lady of Lourdes nity worth $100,000. Rensselaer Chamber of Parish, 1301 Center Road, Venice. Polytechnic Institute awards the This event is free and is sponsored Rensselaer Medal to promising sec- Commerce to meet by the Knights of Columbus Coun- ondary school students who have Join the Florida Catholic Cham- cil 9924. A procession into the distinguished themselves in math- ber of Commerce for its next net- Church starts at 9:45 a.m. A brunch ematics and science. working/lunch meeting Aug. 29, will immediately follow. 11:30 a.m., at Calusa Harbor, 2525 1st St., Fort Myers. The Florida Marriage retreat Catholic Chamber of Commerce’s purpose is to inform and unite offered Sept. 20-22 Catholic businesses to encourage Take time to give your marriage the use of Catholic values and a cul- a vacation with a Worldwide Mar- ture of life in the home, community riage Encounter Weekend. The next and workplace while promoting Worldwide Marriage Encounter Catholic businesses and ministries. weekend in this area is Sept. 20-22 All Catholic businesses and minis- at the Hampton Inn in Oldsmar. tries may attend networking meet- Space is limited; apply early. For ings. The gatherings are free, and more information, visit flwc-wwme. no membership is required. RSVP org or call 813-270-7832. to toni@floridacatholicchamber. com or 239-980-0921. Verot student earns Blue Mass in prestigious award Congratulations to Bishop Verot St. Peter the Apostle Parish in Naples hosted a summer music camp Venice on Sept. 8 Catholic High School Senior Con- Connor Shovlin was recently which culminated in the July 21 participation in the Mass. The Join in honoring all active, re- nor Shovlin, who was recently awarded the Rensselaer Medal children of all ages learned to sing, play the ukulele, the tin whistle tired and deceased first responders awarded the Rensselaer Medal Award. ( COURTESY) and the handbells. (COURTESY) 5 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Aug. 9-22, 2019 Faith formation in Spanish completes second cycle STAFF REPORT These are VENICE | Phase two of a three- some of those year Spanish-language faith forma- who earned Diocesan tion program has concluded in June Certificates of with nearly 500 earning a Diocesan Completion in certificate of completion. the Spanish- The Spanish Faith Formation language Faith Program was conceived to satisfy Formation the requests that came directly program from the local response to the Dioc- seen June 30 esan V Encuentro consultation pro- with their cess which began in 2016. The re- certificates sults having been overwhelmingly at St. Leo the positive as the program has shown Great Parish in there is a real desire for Hispanic Bonita Springs. Catholics to be properly formed in (COURTESY) their faith. With the support of Bishop Frank J. Dewane and Diocese Hispanic Ministries Director Father Claudio Stewart, the faith formation ses- sions were developed immediately following the local consultation process of the V Encuentro in 2016 tion and allowed a more open dis- people to be in contact with the De- THIRD CYCLE OF CLASSES and 2017. The V Encuentro is a cussion. posit of Faith (Depositum Fidei) – sa- multi-year outreach initiated by the Much more is in the planning cred tradition and sacred Scripture. Spanish-language faith formation classes U.S. Conference of Catholic Bish- process for expanding Hispanic So as to help ease the process, it was ops, with a goal of discerning ways Faith Formation within the Dio- decided that this effort would be di- The third cycle of classes will cover the tradition of the Church from a for the Church in the U.S. to better cese, Father Stewart added. This vided into a three-year course. historical perspective, and will commence in November and run through the respond to the ever-growing His- means a broader inclusion in ex- The first section was carried out end of May with a total of 10 classes. Completion of the program takes place panic presence. isting Parish and Diocesan events, in 2017-18 and it covered the Mag- in June with a celebratory Mass and delivery of certificates. Registrations are The idea behind this initial such as including sessions in Span- isterium, with a thorough explana- handled online through the Diocese’s website at https://dioceseofvenice.org/ three-step program in Spanish was ish at conferences, bilingual pro- tion of the Catechism of the Catho- offices/offices-departments/hispanic-apostolate/ using RegFox or in person to quickly help bridge the gap in grams and other efforts that will lic Church. The second course at the Parish where a class has been scheduled. The cost for the classes is formation for Hispanics in the Dio- help unify the Catholic Church in in 2018-19 (just completed), was $25. Spanish-speaking catechists are qualified to obtain a certification upon cese for whom English is not their the Diocese of Venice. As this is the dedicated to the revelation and in- completion of the Spanish Faith Formation Program. first language. This action, Father focus of Dioceses across the coun- troduction to the sacred Scriptures. Stewart explained, is empowering try, the ultimate goal is to create a The third course, scheduled to be- to Hispanic Catholics who often stronger U.S. Catholic Church. gin this fall, will cover the tradition Those meeting the course re- and then June 30 at St. Leo the Great feel they are outsiders in the Catho- “There is not supposed to be a of the Church from a historical per- quirements, including a minimum Parish in Bonita Springs and Sacred lic Church within the United States separate faith for English speakers spective. attendance and the passing of a Heart Parish in Bradenton. n primarily due to language differ- versus Spanish speakers,” Father The first two courses each final exam, earn the certificate of ence. Stewart stressed. “We are all part of brought in more than 700 partici- completion. To learn more about other Dio- The benefit of having the forma- the same universal Church founded pants with approximately 60 % of Five Masses were celebrated to cese of Venice initiative through tion program in Spanish was to al- by Jesus Christ.” participants qualified and received mark the completion of the course the Hispanic Ministries Office, low the participants the opportuni- The Spanish Faith Formation a Diocesan Certificate. The Faith and afterwards to present the Di- email pastoralhispana@dioceseof ty to better absorb the complexities Program provides a structured and Formation classes were divided ocesan certificates. These Masses venice.org, nunez@dioceseof of the faith without the extra work ongoing formation of the lay people into four geographic regions of the took place June 9 at St. Elizabeth venice.org, or visit www.diocese of translating the information. This in the Diocese Hispanic Commu- Diocese to allow easier access to the Seton Parish in Naples, June 23 at ofvenice.org/offices/offices- also helped streamline the instruc- nity. The program’s goal is to allow courses. St. Raphael Parish Lehigh Acres, departments/hispanic-apostolate.

PRINCIPAL’S CORNER Catholic schools welcome students to a new school year DR. BENJAMIN H. Each issue of the “Principal’s and reverence. The school’s part- PRINCIPALS IN THE VENICE DIOCESE MOORE, ED.D. Corner” will focus on the unique ner with parents, as the primary Superintendent of Catholic Education attributes and accomplishments of educators of their children, to in- Michael Buskirk — St. Ann Catholic David Nelson — St. Andrew Catho- one of our schools and offer read- still character and promote respect School, Naples lic School, Coral Gables Every family has the fundamen- ers the opportunity to learn more for oneself and others. Through the tal right to choose the best school about how our schools pursue our support of generous donors, mul- Coleen Curlett — Incarnation Maria Niebuhr — St. Elizabeth Catholic School, Sarasota Seton Catholic School, Naples for their child. I am thrilled and mission of educating the whole tiple state scholarship programs, humbled to welcome over 4,500 child — mind, body, and spirit. The and a variety of financial resources Dr. Denny Denison — Bishop Verot Tonya Peters — St. Charles Borro- students whose families have made fifteen schools of the Diocese of a Catholic education remains an ac- High School, Fort Myers meo Catholic School, Port Charlotte Catholic education their choice Venice are vibrant faith communi- cessible and affordable option. Dr. Dan Guernsey — Rhodora J. Rebcecca Reynolds — St. Mary when the 2019-2020 school year be- ties where academic rigor is infused Throughout this school year, I in- Donahue Academy, Ave Maria Academy, Sarasota gins on August 12. with Catholic values, teachings, vite you to check on the “Principal’s John Gulley — St. Francis Xavier Sister Patricia Roche — Salesian The start of the school year is a and traditions. Corner,” or take the opportunity to Catholic School, Fort Myers Sister of St. John Bosco, St. John time of excitement, hope, perhaps Our goal is to prepare our stu- schedule a visit at one of schools M.C. Heffner — Epiphany Cathedral Neumann High School, Naples some anxiety, and always an op- dents for a life of service to fam- and learn more about the Catholic School, Venice Deborah Suddarth — St. Joseph portunity for new beginnings. This ily, community, and Christ. Beyond schools of the Diocese of Venice. I Ben Hopper — Cardinal Mooney Catholic School, Bradenton school year we are introducing the academic excellence, athletic and wish all of our students, parents, High School, Sarasota Siobhan Young — St. Martha “Principal’s Corner” to highlight the extra-curricular success, accredita- administrators, faculty and staff a Nicole Loseto — St. Catherine Catholic School, Sarasota wonderful things happening in all tion and accolades Catholic schools blessed and successful 2019-2020 Catholic School, Sebring our schools. continue traditions of discipline school year. n Aug. 9-22, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 6

CELEBRATING FEAST DAY OF ST. JAMES

The Hispanic Mission Santiago, a mission of St. James Parish in Lake Placid, celebrated the feast of St. James July 25 with a Mass and a series of fun activities. Father Victor Caviedes, seen above, celebrated the Mass which was followed by a fiesta in the hall. Outside, the youth made “snowballs” and had fun with them in the parking lot. (COURTESY PHOTOS) Venice Diocese hires new Football team bonds through service Curriculum Specialist STAFF REPORT NAPLES | Team bonding STAFF REPORT ference of Catholic Bishops,” Moore at St. John Neumann Catho- added. “Falestiny’s education and lic High School in Naples oc- VENICE | Jennifer Falestiny has background utilizing instructional curs both on and off the field. joined the Diocese of Venice Educa- technology will enrich the students’ Through service to their com- tion Department as a Curriculum experience as she promotes innova- munity, student athletes at Neu- Specialist. tive strategies.” mann grow both individually Falestiny has spent most of her During her first month on the and as a team. career in school instruction and job, she visited most of the Catholic This summer, the Celtic foot- curriculum develop- Schools in the Diocese ball team focused on preparing ment, most recently to do an initial needs as- for their upcoming season and holding the position of sessment. on giving back to their com- STEM lab and robotic “The plan is to work munity. Several members of the coordinator/ instructor on creating a standard- team joined their classmates in at St. Gregory Catholic ized curriculum that June for a week-long service trip School in Plantation. meets the academic and to Immokalee. While there, the “It is very exciting to spiritual needs of each Celtics delivered food, sorted be part of the Diocese of student,” Falestiny said. goods at the Salvation Army, Venice,” Falestiny said. She earned her bach- painted houses, and tutored Above, Diocese of Venice Su- elor’s degree in elemen- children. Later, the 2018 Region- St. John perintendent of Catho- tary education from Uni- al Finalists took a break from Neumann lic Education Dr. Ben versity of Central Florida summer workouts to join Habi- Catholic Moore said Falestiny Jennifer Falestiny with a focus on special tat for Humanity at a worksite in High will be supporting teach- education and a master’s Naples. School ers through a variety of professional degree in STEM education from the In July, players held a two-day football development offerings in the areas University of San Diego. She is cur- project with Friends of Foster players of curriculum mapping and the rently pursuing her doctorate in in- Children Forever on campus to load up vertical alignment of newly devel- structional design and technology pack 500 backpacks with donat- supplies oped academic standards. at Keiser University. She is married ed school supplies and uniforms in Naples as part “She will provide leadership for with three young children and they for local foster children. Over summer the schools’ accreditation efforts live in Sarasota n the course of the three months community including the pursuit of STREAM of summer vacation, the Celtic service. (Science, Technology, Religion, En- Jennifer Falestiny can be reach at football team together complet- At left, gineering, Arts and Mathematics) [email protected] or ed more than 500 hours of com- players designation from the Florida Con- 941-484-9543, munity service together. n took part in community service NEWSbriefs project all summer Missionary ber. The Missionary Discipleship vice project monthly. Members will including Society is a group of young adults learn their faith like never before as this one Discipleship (ages 21-39) who will dedicate a year they grow in a family environment painting to becoming Missionary Disciples with other members – then they will houses Society starting of Jesus Christ as well as growing even be given the chance to attend in the The Diocese of Venice is kicking in fellowship with one another. The a major Catholic Conference at the community. off a new Missionary Discipleship group will offer a full retreat once a end of the year. For more informa- (COURTESY Society beginning in the Naples month for all who are signed up as tion, contact Joshua Mazrin at maz- PHOTOS) and Fort Myers area this Septem- well as participate in a ministry/ser- [email protected]. 7 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Aug. 9-22, 2019 Young adults reflect on NET ministries experiences BOB REDDY and Battaglia also encountered other family members were hurt, of the Florida Catholic staff teams while taking part in annual but his best friend, Adrian Rodri- LIFE Teen retreats in Georgia. guez, was killed. WAUCHULA | Two Diocese Battaglia said being a NET mem- “I learned how God is truly mer- of Venice young adults, Zachary ber looked like so much fun but did ciful,” Coronado said of his feel- Coronado and Anna Battaglia, have not think about joining until after ings then and now. “I was into bad never actually met, but both have graduating from high school and habits, but everything changed. I served as National Evangelization not having any set plans. While she started to see my life and the world Teams (NET) Ministries members. considered herself faithful, she was the way the Lord calls, finding the NET Ministries, based in Minne- never into studying the Bible or felt Lord’s good works in everything.” sota, challenges young Catholics to she could share her own faith with Since that time, with the encour- love Christ and embrace the life of others. agement of his family, the priests the Church. Every August, approxi- “I was praying about what to do,” and religious sisters at St. Michael’s, mately 175 young Catholics aged 18- she explained. “I knew I wanted to he has grown closer to the Lord and 28 to devote nine months to serving be a missionary but didn’t know has tried to find a way to share this. with NET. how to do that. I asked our youth He has considered entering semi- Divided into 16 teams, NET director, Mrs. (Colleen) Roca, who nary but did not feel ready until be- teams travel across the United connected me with a girl at San Pe- ing a NET minister became a real- States for nine months to share the dro Parish in North Port.” ity. Gospel with young people and their That phone conversation solidi- Both Coronado and Battaglia re- families. Since 1981, NET teams fied Battaglia’s idea about joining flected on key moments from their have led more than 32,000 retreats NET. So, she immediately applied, nine months on the road. They gave and ministered to in excess of 2 but had missed the application retreats, mostly to high schoolers, Zachary Coronado Anna Battaglia million young Catholics. Each year deadline. Signing up on a Tuesday, which helped them, and the re- more than a dozen NET groups visit she was called nearly right away, treatants, grow closer to the Lord. more relaxed with the NET mem- cares and will pray for them and the Diocese, and a Discipleship just and then flew to Minnesota a few Each noted that initially one of the bers. This was the opportunity to with them. That is powerful.” recently completed a three-year days later for her in-person inter- most difficult challenges they faced have heart-to-heart talks about God In the fall, Battaglia plans to go visit to a parish in Naples. view. “I was accepted the following was fitting in 30 minutes of required and specifically how the Lord views to college in the fall and is already Coronado, 22, of St. Michael Par- Tuesday. It was just amazing.” prayer time each day. By the end of women. “It was in those moments helping more at her parish. She also ish in Wauchula, was part of a NET Coronado had taken years to their mission work, the prayer time that I felt the presence of the Lord intends to assist in youth events group that worked solely in Califor- build up his faith, including time was not nearly enough. and knew I made the right decision wherever she can. nia, while Battaglia, 19, of Epiphany studying in college, before feeling “I learned so much about my to be a NET missionary.” Coronado spent his summer Cathedral in Venice, worked in 13 ready to become a missionary with faith, and myself,” Battaglia said. “It For Zachary, the experience of helping with a variety of tasks dur- states throughout the northeast NET. It was early in high school was an intense experience… There connecting with the retreatants ing parish youth camps. After a U.S. from Maryland to Maine. They when he was an athlete and started were a few teary-eyed moments for came most frequently when he short break, he is excited to be combined to work more than 130 to stray from the faith. me and for those we were helping to would ask to pray for someone. This heading off for a second year as a retreats and traveled more than Tragedy struck when in 2011 build a relationship with God.” was sometimes met with resistance NET member. 14,000 miles. when he was involved in a bad traf- She cited small group time with and even some discomfort, but in- “I am on fire for Christ,” he ex- As youths, both had been to NET fic crash returning from the Dioc- just young ladies, when the discus- variably this act can have an effect. plained. “I trust in God as I work to retreats in the Diocese of Venice, esan Youth Rally. He was injured, sion opened up and everyone was “They are learning that someone live the life God wants.” n Volunteers, Catholic Charities makes homes for survivors JUDY BOKORNEY to renovate the house,” Dick said. thing we needed for free.” Special to the Florida Catholic “We enjoyed doing the work to- “She started to save items for us,” gether back when our children were Betty continued. “We only wanted FORT MYERS | Dick and Betty young. We still do today. It feels like to take what was necessary to fur- Porrel used to buy homes, fix them a natural way for us to volunteer.” nish and equip the home, but she up and sell them to help with the He added it was important for insisted on extra things such as cost of college tuition for their six the program to provide transitional decorations and accessories. She children. Today, now in their mid- housing. “How will survivors fully was so generous.” 80s, they again refurbish homes but become self-sufficient without Pineros said the transitional this time it is for survivors of human housing? They need a safe place to housing would not have been im- trafficking. live where they cannot be found by plemented if not for the support of couple, and we love to be together,” “The Porrels have been instru- their traffickers.” the Porrels. Betty said. mental in the development of the The three transitional houses are “I was in awe of their dedica- “It is great,” Dick added. “You feel transitional homes we have for the duplexes with each unit having two tion to each home,” she said. “They like you are accomplishing some- Anti Human Trafficking Assistance bedrooms with two beds in each have done this with love. I have wit- thing. We are helping people.” Program,” said Catholic Charities room. Four people can live in each nessed the hard work they have put The Anti Human Trafficking As- Program Coordinator Erika Pine- unit totaling eight for each duplex. into making these properties into sistance Program provides clients ros. “They have furnished all of the The Porrels began helping with comfortable homes.” with food and clothing; shelter at a six units. They have bought couch- the first duplex doing small repairs Currently, the transitional safe distance from the site of the ex- es, beds, dressers, kitchen supplies, and supplying all the furniture, homes are all occupied. “The focus ploitation and transitional housing; dining tables, washers and dry- household items and appliances, if of the program is to bridge the gap coordination of medical and dental Betty and Dick Porrel ers, stoves, refrigerators and more. needed. They donated the cost of that survivors encounter, the main services; weekly supportive coun- They assessed each unit and fully everything. one being housing. We continue to seling and further mental health for other required services. equipped them with the essentials.” “We went to St. John the XXIII have a need for more housing and services as needed; transportation Pineros said the program will The Porrels are active members Parish Thrift Store to get supplies will look for funding opportunities to and from appointments; orien- soon offer coaching and mentoring of the advisory board for Catho- for the first two duplexes,” Betty to acquire more. The transitional tation to state and federal laws and for survivors as well. “It really does lic Charities in Lee, Hendry and said. “When we went back there to homes were developed to allow benefits; assistance with benefit ap- take a village to offer all the services Glades counties. They began vol- shop for the third duplex, the store survivors to learn essential living plications; coordination of educa- survivors need to heal and reach unteering for the Anti Human Traf- manager asked us what we were do- skills,” said Pineros. tional and English as a second lan- self-sufficiency.” n ficking Assistance Program when ing and why we kept coming back The Porrels agreed if additional guage (ESOL) services; liaison with the first transitional home was pur- and looking for more items. We ex- housing is purchased, they will law enforcement and immigration For more information, call 239- chased in 2017. plained our volunteer project and outfit the homes again. “This is service providers; and coordination 390-2928 or email epineros@ “We liked the idea of helping she said that we could have any- something we can do together as a with various community agencies ccslee.org Aug. 9-22, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 8

2019 Youth Rally – Called such as stress, anger, anxiety, 10:30 a.m., on WFTX-TV (FOX-4). Charlotte Ave. Punta Gorda. Host DIOCESAN EVENTS by Name: Nov. 2, noon-8:30 relationship problems, depression Check local listings for channel by the Guild of Our Lady. Speaker: pm., Charlotte Harbor Event info. Leaflet missals are available Johnnette Benkovic Williams, Home Buyer Education and grief. These services are made & Conference Center in Punta upon request by writing: TV Mass, EWTN host and author. Cost $35, Workshop: Aug. 19 and 20 possible through a grant from the Gorda. High school students only Diocese of Venice, 1000 Pinebrook includes lunch. Seating limited. Dee (English), 4:30-9 p.m., 1219 16th American Red Cross. To schedule an — grades 9 through 12. Includes, Road, Venice, FL 34285. Or contact Blayney 317 496-6381. Street West in Bradenton; and Aug. appointment in English or Spanish: Mass, prayer, music, dinner, and Gail Ardy: 941-486-4714, ardy@ 24 (Spanish), 8 a.m.-5:45 p.m., 5055 Sarasota 941-355-4680, ext. 311; White Mass and lecture for opportunities for Confession, dioceseofvenice.org. N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Potential Naples 239-455-2655; Bonita medical professionals: Oct. 18, Adoration and a Eucharistic home buyers receive important Springs 239-390-2928; Fort Myers Safe Environment training: 8:30 a.m., St. Agnes Parish, 7775 Procession through the city. and useful information on how 239-337-4193; Everglades City As part of the Safe Environment Vanderbilt Beach Road, Naples. Registration only through local to purchase a home. Participants 239-919-9599; Immokalee 239-657- Program, the Diocese of Venice Lecture titled “Spirituality and youth ministry, religious education in the workshop will be eligible 6242; Wauchula 863-232-9284. requires that all employees and Health: Complete Doctoring” programs, or schools. Details: for assistance from Manatee and Young adult opportunities: those volunteers who work with presented by Dr. Michael Gloth. A evangelization@dioceseofvenice. Sarasota counties bond and/or • Naples area, Theology on children and/or vulnerable adults $50 fee per person. Register and org. grant programs for down payment Tap, Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., first be fingerprinted and trained in pay online at www.StAgnesNaples. and closing costs. Call Catholic Veterans Day Mass: Nov. 11, 3 Tuesdays, St. John the Evangelist Safe Environment. For further org, or contact Maggie Brady 239- Charities at 941-714-7829. p.m., Sarasota National Cemetery, Parish; second Tuesdays, St. Agnes information, visit the Diocesan 592-1949. (1 CME Credit) 9810 State Road 72/Clark Road, website at www.dioceseofvenice. Execution prayer vigils: Parish; third Tuesdays, St. Peter the A Women’s Day of Reflection: approximately five miles east of org/safeenvironment. Aug. 22, 6 p.m. Gary Ray Bowles Apostle Parish; fourth Tuesdays, St. Oct. 19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Sacred I-75. This is the 10th consecutive is scheduled to be executed by William Parish. Reporting abuse: Report Heart Parish, 211 W. Charlotte year that the Diocese of Venice the State of Florida. Please join • Lehigh Acres area, LOFT: third all abuses against minors to the Ave., Punta Gorda. Guild of Our is holding a Memorial Mass on a prayer vigil (choose from list Mondays, 6 p.m., St. Raphael Florida Department of Children Lady presents Johnnette Benkovic Veterans Day in honor of the men below) or pray at home for Mr. Parish, 2514 Lee Blvd. 239-369- and Families at 1-800-962-2873. To Williams, a prolific author and and women who have served our Bowles, his family, the victims and 1831. report abuse by diocesan personnel national speaker, and a daily TV country and continue to serve and their families, and those who must or volunteers, also call the Diocesan and radio host on EWTN. The day protect us today. All are invited • Fort Myers area, “Rooted” first carry out the execution. Diocesan Victims Assistance Coordinator at will explore the influence God calls to attend and active military Thursdays, 7:15 p.m. St. John XXIII vigil times and locations: 5 p.m. - 941-416-6114. us to be in our homes, Church and personnel are encouraged to wear Parish, 13060 Palomino Lane,: Kelly St. Catherine Parish, 820 Hickory world. Cost $35, includes lunch. Call their uniform. Although the event Evers, 239-561-3022 ext. 107. St., Sebring; 5:30 p.m. Sacred Dee Blayney at 317-496-6381. is held in the amphitheater, you are • Sarasota area, Theology on Heart Parish, 211 West Charlotte COMMUNITY Respect Life Conference: St. encouraged to wear sunscreen and Tap: returning in September, Avenue, Punta Gorda (outdoor Agnes Parish, 7775 Vanderbilt bring a hat. There is ample seating Mandeville Beer Garden, 428 EVENTS Last Supper Table); St. John XXIII Lemon Ave., Sarasota. Joshua Beach Road, Naples, is hosting a and parking at the cemetery. For Respect Life Conference “From Parish, 13060 Palomino Lane, Fort Mazrin at mazrin@dioceseofvenice. Florida Catholic Chamber of further information, please contact Conception to Natural Death” Myers; St. Raphael Parish (chapel), org. Commerce networking lunch/ Gail Ardy at ardy@dioceseofvenice. Oct. 26, 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Cost is 2514 Lee Blvd., Lehigh Acres; San Catholic Charities Tours: meeting: Aug. 29, 11:30 a.m., org or 941-484-9543. $20, includes breakfast and lunch. Marco Parish, 851 San Marco Drive, Catholic Charities, Diocese of at Calusa Harbor, 2525 1st St., Ignatian Preached Retreat: Registration www.StAgnesNaples. Marco Island; 5:45 p.m. St. Thomas Venice, Inc. is offering tours of Fort Myers. The Florida Catholic Nov. 21-24, Our Lady of Perpetual org. Contact Gloria Carter at More Parish, 2506 Gulf Gate Drive, their programs located throughout Chamber of Commerce promotes Help Retreat Center, 3989 S. Moon [email protected] or 239- Sarasota; San Pedro Parish (chapel), southwest Florida. Anyone Catholic businesses and ministries 14380 Tamiami Trail, North Port; 6 Drive, Venice. Directed by Father 592-1949 ext. 118. Sean Morris, OMV, or Father Mark interested in learning more about supporting one another! The p.m. St. Joseph Parish, 3100 26th St. the work of Catholic Charities Chamber’s purpose is to inform Craft sale: Nov. 22, 3-6 p.m., W., Bradenton; St. Katharine Drexel Yavarone, OMV, the retreats and Nov. 23, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., are silent and include scheduled and visiting services locations, and unite Catholic businesses to Parish (chapel), 1922 SW 20th Ave., please contact Helen Rombalski encourage the use of Catholic Englewood Elk’s Lodge, 401 N. Cape Coral. conferences each day, Mass, and Indiana Avenue, Englewood. an opportunity to meet at least at 941-488-5581 or rombalski@ values and a culture of life in the Lord, Teach Me to Pray - dioceseofvenice.org. home, community and workplace. Presented by the St. Raphael once with the retreat director. CCW Englewood. Marianne Riley Facilitator Training Retreat: “Witnessing Faith With All Catholic businesses and The conference topics center [email protected], or call 617- Sept. 14, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Our Bishop Dewane”: last Fridays, ministries are invited to attend around Ignatian spirituality, prayer, 922-1418. Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat and discernment. There will be 8:30 a.m., on 1660 AM in Naples, all networking meetings. The Center, 3989 S. Moon Drive, Venice. opportunities provided for private and 1410 AM and 106.7 FM in Fort gatherings are free and no R.E.S.I (Religious Education Training retreat to prepare you prayer where the retreatant may Myers. Listen anywhere online at membership is required. RSVP to for Special Individuals): to facilitate “Lord, Teach Me to bring into their own spiritual life RelevantRadio.com. Join Bishop [email protected] Wednesdays, 6 p.m., Epiphany Pray” Ignatian prayer groups those elements discussed within Frank J. Dewane for his monthly or 239-980-0921. Cathedral, Magi Hall, 200 Harbor in local parishes. Visit www. the conferences. Scripture passages talks. You can also find them at Magnificat Breakfast: Aug. 31, Drive, Venice. R.E.S.I provides lordteachmetopray.com or contact will be provided for personal http://dioceseofvenice.org/our- 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., Holiday Inn persons (age 10-adult) with special Carol Weiler at carolweiler@cox. prayer and meditation. All meals bishop/bishop-frank-j-dewane/. Airport, Gulf Coast Town Center, needs a deeper relationship with net, 504-439-5933. God. Colleen Devita 941-928-5819. are provided. All rooms are single Private group day of prayer: Fort Myers. Magnificat – A Ministry Married Couples: Sept. 20-22, occupancy with a full-size bed and Groups or organizations interested of Catholic Women welcomes Knights on Bikes: Knights Hampton Inn, Oldsmar, Worldwide private bathroom and shower. The in having a private day of prayer guest speaker, Cathy Duffy, who on Bikes is always looking for Marriage Encounter weekend. cost is $425.10. Please register by in a peaceful setting may contact will speak about her spiritual properly formed good spirited Take time to give your marriage visiting www.olph-retreat.org. Our Lady of Perpetual Help journey away from and returning Catholic men within the Diocese a well-deserved vacation too. Summertime and the Giving Retreat Center, 3989 South Moon to the Catholic Faith. Seating is of Venice and other Dioceses for Take a break from the heat and is Easy Appeal: Real people. Drive, Venice. Private days include limited. No walk-ins. Advanced rides and fundraising. The motto come back with a marriage that is Real lives. Make a real difference! continental breakfast and lunch, Registration. Please send a check is, “In God We Trust and Ride.” refreshed and full of energy! Space Catholic Charities offers people two conferences, opportunity for for $23, payable to Magnificat Fort Contact Venice Diocesan Knights is limited, so please apply early! in need throughout southwest confession and ends with Mass. Myers, to Margaret Mengle, 5017 on Bikes Chairman George Lopez Details: flwc-wwme.org, 813-270- Florida with help that brings about Denise Riley 941-486-0233, riley@ Westminster Drive, Fort Myers, at [email protected]. 7832. real change in their lives. The olph-retreat.org. FL 33919 by Aug. 19, or online at Women’s Matt Talbot Retreat Catholic Charities Summertime Donate your car: Have an http://magnificatfortmyers.org. for Women in Recovery: Sept. and the Giving is Easy Appeal is old car taking up space in your 239-826-7475. MASSES/PRAYER 27-29, Our Lady of Perpetual asking for your support. You can driveway? Donate your car, truck, Expanded early learning First Friday holy hour Help Retreat Center, 3989 S. donate to the type of assistance boat, motorcycle, RV and more classes in Sarasota: Incarnation adoration with chant choir: 6-7 Moon Drive, Venice. This retreat you care about such as food, to Catholic Charities, Diocese of Catholic School, 2911 Bee Ridge p.m., St. Peter the Apostle Parish, is an opportunity for recovering shelter, education and support. Venice, Inc. and provide support to Road, Sarasota, will be expanding 5130 Rattlesnake Hammock Road, alcoholics to enhance their The giving is easy! Visit www. people who are vulnerable. Each their early learning classes to Naples. 239-774-3337. spirituality and sober way of life catholiccharitiesdov.org or mail a vehicle donation helps Catholic include a pre-K-3 program. Small and will be facilitated by Diane check to Catholic Charities, 5824 Charities to offer aid that lifts class sizes will allow for individual Spanish prayer group: “Oasis Butcher. The people who attend Bee Ridge Road PMB 409, Sarasota, people out of poverty. Free towing attention and differentiate de Agua Viva,” Thursdays 7-9 these retreats are all recovering FL 34233-5065. and tax deductible. 855-840-4483. instruction. Playground time will p.m., St. Jude Parish, 3930 17th St., alcoholics and attend the 12- Sarasota. Carlos Agustin, 941-350- Senior housing available: Legal help available for provide an opportunity to work step program through AA. The 3853; Diana Diaz, 941-735-6748. St. John Paul II Villas in Arcadia, needy: Cenacle Legal Services on gross motor skills. Full and part- retreat is private and everything is a project of Catholic Charities, Inc. (CLS), a not-for-profit legal time options. Children must be Adoration: Monday-Friday, 8 confidential. There is no affiliation Diocese of Venice Inc., offers senior, aid organization, in partnership potty trained and three years old a.m.-4 p.m., Epiphany Cathedral between AA and Matt Talbot low-Income housing apartments. with the Diocese of Venice, serves by Sept. 1. 941-924-8588. Holy Family Perpetual Adoration Retreats. However, the retreats are Available in one or two bedrooms legal needs of its income-eligible Laps for Life: Sept. 28, 7:30 Chapel, 310 Sarasota St. Venice. intended to foster and enhance and are available for individuals clients in south Sarasota County. a.m., Nathan Benderson Park, Divine Mercy Chaplet and Rosary spiritual recovery as suggested 55 years of age and older, or for To request an appointment: 941- Sarasota. Hosted by Our Lady of for Life, Fridays, 3 p.m. 941-484- by AA’s 12-Step Program. Double handicapped or disabled. Income 244-0308, CenacleLegal@gmail. Victory Council 3358 of the Knights 3505. Occupancy: $220 (Florida tax and restrictions apply. 863-884-2123. com. CLS offices are located at of Columbus to support the Secular Franciscan Order credit card fee included) includes 237 N. Nassau St., Venice. https:// ultrasound initiative for My Choice (OFS): Third Thursdays, Epiphany accommodations and meals. Day Free mental health counseling by Catholic cenaclelegalservices.org/ Pregnancy Center in Sarasota. Cathedral, Soy Building, Room Rate Saturday only: $50 Includes Contact Joseph Gina at 941-620- 107, 310 Sarasota St., Venice. lunch and dinner. Registration Charities: Diocese of Venice, Inc. Television Mass for the Counseling services for adults, homebound in the northern 1625, or email at info@victorykofc. Agnes Carrasco, 516-450-0019 or closes Sept. 17. https://www.olph- org or [email protected]. [email protected], or Roger retreat.org/womens-matt-talbot- children and families who lived portions of the Diocese: 9:30 Women’s day of reflection: and Agnes Reid 941-486-0949 or retreat. in Florida during Hurricane Irma. a.m. on the CW Network; in the Counselors can help resolve issues southern portions of the Diocese, Oct. 19, Sacred Heart Parish, 211 W. [email protected]. 9 FLORIDA NEWS Florida Catholic Aug. 9-22, 2019 Florida’s abortion rights head back to court for reevaluation

MAURICE BEAULIEU — making abortion in Florida more rial fact. Rather than singling out tor for Social Concerns/Respect Life the informed consent information.” of the Florida Catholic staff difficult to obtain. and burdening abortion procedures of the Florida Conference of Catho- Claimants in the legal trial, filed Respect Life Director for the with arbitrary requirements, the lic Bishops, supports the appeal that on behalf of a Gainesville abortion ORLANDO | A recent ruling in Diocese of Venice Jeanne Berdeaux state’s evidence indicates that the will allow a moment of reflection for clinic and a collection of medical the Florida courts might serve as an- supported the late July appeal. “We 24-hour law brings abortion pro- any mother pondering abortion. students, could appeal the ruling other incremental step in witness- encourage the courts to protect cedures in Florida into compliance “The First District Court of Ap- to the Florida Supreme Court, ask ing a changing in the tide of legal women’s health by upholding the with medical informed consent peals remanded the case back to the appellate court for a rehearing, abortions in the Sunshine State. 24-hour law waiting period,” she standards and tangibly improves trial court for a full hearing where or agree to have a Tallahassee judge Although passing in 2015, Flori- told the Florida Catholic in an email. health outcomes for women.” the State will be able to bring forth reassess the lawsuit. da’s 24-hour abortion law only saw Berdeaux said that waiting one A ruling in January 2018 by the evidence the court had not yet con- Benjamin Stevenson, a staff attor- its effects for a brief moment in 2016. day will allow women in that situ- now-retired Lee County Circuit sidered in defense of this good law, ney with the ACLU of Florida, said in The ACLU argued the law had nega- ation to think about their future Judge Terry Lewis struck down the including testimony from post- a statement: “We are disappointed tive consequences on women and more critically. “Having an abor- 24-hour law, stating the waiting pe- abortive women and practicing that the court failed to recognize successfully persuaded the Florida tion, especially as a result of a hasty riod was unconstitutional. In Lewis’ physicians,” she wrote in an email. what we all know – a 24-hour delay Supreme Court to block the waiting decision or coercion, is much more argument, he wrote the state failed “Patient consultation and proce- was designed to and plainly does period again in 2017. likely to cause emotional harm, in- to prove “compelling state interest” dures generally occur on separate unnecessarily restrict access to safe A split appeals court reversed a cluding depression. We see the long- for the law. days according to standard medi- and legal reproductive health care. previous court’s decision in 2015 to term effects with every woman who Judge Osterhaus claimed Lewis cal practice. Abortion is a notable We look forward to proving these abolish the 24-hour law mandat- contacts our Project Rachel Coordi- utilized faulty methods to evaluate exception and this law would align facts at trial.” The ACLU remains ing women seeking an abortion nator, sometimes shortly after the the 24-hour law before striking it abortion practices with those of all optimistic the 2017 Supreme Court wait one full day before undergoing abortion, but mostly many years down. “Women claiming particular other invasive procedures.” ruling will still prevent the 24-hour medical procedures. On July 31, the later, sometimes when they are in harms from the 24-hour law based Judge James Wolf, another op- law from taking effect until further First District Court of Appeals, in a their 80s or even on their deathbed. on their specific circumstances poser to the 24-hour waiting period decisions. 2-1 decision, now forces the circuit It is very sad that many women car- may challenge the law’s applica- like Lewis, wrote “There is simply Delgado is confident more data court of Leon County to reexamine ry their grief for so long before seek- tion to them. But those would be as- no evidence supporting the concept will be presented in future hearings, its views on the abortion law. ing help. We’re here for them.” applied constitutional challenges. that information regarding abortion including evidence from participat- Historically, Florida typically Appeals-court Judge Timothy No such challenge has been made is more complex and needs more ing doctors and women who have favored abortion rights. However, Osterhaus and Judge Harvey Jay, here,” Osterhaus wrote. “For this time to be understood versus other had abortions. “Reflection period under Gov. Ron DeSantis’ 2019 referred to state disputes that a 24- facial challenge, the correct legal complex medical procedures.” Wolf laws have been upheld by the U.S. term, the Sunshine State has seen hour waiting period is required to test is not whether the 24-hour law contrasted the reinstated wait time Supreme Court and are in effect in policies lean more traditional. The safeguard “informed consent” by violates the constitutional rights of to legal bias and disrespect to na- 27 other states. We look forward to case could reach the Florida Su- pregnant women before abortions some women in some circumstanc- tionally protected abortion rights. this reasonable regulation being up- preme Court, which now has more are applied. Osterhaus wrote “(The) es, but whether it violates the rights There is “no other medical proce- held in Florida as genuine informed conservative judges — Barbara La- evidence supporting the 24-hour of all women in all circumstances.” dure that has a mandatory delay consent protects women’s physical goa, Robert Luck, and Carlos Muniz law raises genuine issues of mate- Ingrid Delgado, associate direc- period after a patient has received and mental health.” n Catholic leaders object to reinstatement of federal death penalty

CAROL ZIMMERMANN January. oners are at the U.S. Penitentiary in penalty in that state” when she week using a new, untested — and Catholic News Service Attorney General William Barr Terre Haute, Indiana. learned “the federal government not yet approved — lethal injection said in a statement: “The Justice Inmates in the group include plans to restart executions later this protocol.” WASHINGTON | The July 25 an- Department upholds the rule of convicted Boston Marathon bomb- year after a 16-year hiatus.” She also said it is “disheartening nouncement by the Justice Depart- law — and we owe it to the victims er Dzhokhar Tsarnaev and Charles- “The DOJ regresses as the rest of that the administration has chosen ment that it is reinstating the fed- and their families to carry forward ton, South Carolina, church shooter our country evolves,” she added. to follow the death road, when the eral death penalty for the first time the sentence imposed by our justice Dylann Roof. Other church leaders also react- life road calls us to work for justice in 16 years was unwelcome news system.” In a July 25 statement released ed on Twitter to the announcement. for all.” for Catholic leaders who have advo- The last time there was a federal by the U.S. Conference of Catholic In a July 25 tweet, Chicago Car- Sister Prejean, echoing a mes- cated against capital punishment. execution was in 2003. Bishops, Bishop Frank J. Dewane dinal Blase J. Cupich called Barr’s sage she has said before, added: “The United States’ death pen- In 2014, President Barack Obama of Venice, Florida, chairman of the announcement “gravely injurious “The death penalty is deeply alty system is tragically flawed. directed the Bureau of Prisons to USCCB Committee on Domestic to the common good, as it effaces flawed, with a terrible history of Resuming federal executions — conduct a review of federal capital Justice and Human Development, the God-given dignity of all human racism in its implementation and especially by an administration punishment cases and issues sur- said that Pope Francis in 2015 beings, even those who have com- an equally terrible history of er- that identifies itself as ‘pro-life’ — rounding the use of lethal injec- called for “the global abolition of mitted terrible crimes.” rors, resulting in many innocents is wrongheaded and unconscio- tion drugs. According to the July the death penalty,” which he said He also pointed out that last year on death row. We also know that it nable,” said Krisanne Vaillancourt 25 announcement, that review is the U.S. bishops also have support- that Pope Francis ordered a revi- does not offer the healing balm to Murphy, executive director of Cath- complete and the executions can ed for many years. sion to the Catechism of the Catho- victims’ families that is promised.” olic Mobilizing Network, a group proceed. “In light of these long held and lic Church to say that capital pun- Federal death penalty cases are that champions restorative justice Currently, there are 62 inmates strongly maintained positions, I ishment is “inadmissible because it authorized by the Department of and an end to the death penalty. —61 men and 1 woman — on fed- am deeply concerned by the an- is an attack on the inviolability and Justice in consultation with local The execution of five inmates on eral death row, according to the nouncement by the United States dignity of the person.” U.S. Attorney Offices. federal death row will take place Death Penalty Information Center. Justice Department that it will once The Sisters of Mercy called the Vaillancourt Murphy said in from December 2019 through next Most of the federal death-row pris- again turn, after many years, to the Justice Department’s decision “tre- the 16 years since the federal gov- death penalty as a form of punish- mendously disappointing” and said ernment executed a death-row ment, and urge instead that these in a July 25 tweet that they would prisoner, the American public has federal officials be moved by God’s continue to uphold Catholic social changed its collective thinking on love, which is stronger than death, teaching regarding the dignity of the death penalty. Last October, and abandon the announced plans human life with education and ad- she said 49% of Americans said Catholic Ministries for executions.” vocacy efforts to “continue to work they believed the punishment is ap- CatholicCatholic MinistriesMinistries Sister Helen Prejean, a Sister for the death penalty’s abolition.” plied fairly and currently, 25 states FINDINGFINDINGFINDING TRUE TRUE FINANCIAL FINANCIALFINANCIAL FREEDOMFREEDOM FREEDOM of St. Joseph of Medaille, who is a In a statement released the af- have distanced themselves from longtime opponent of capital pun- ternoon of July 25, Sister Prejean the death penalty in some capacity, ishment, tweeted a brief reaction to described the Justice Department’s most recently, California, with its ParishParish based based small small groupgroup studies 13033-0809 Parish based small group studies the July 25 announcement saying announcement as a “seemingly governor-imposed execution ban onon personal personal nances nances that as she was about to “board a measured statement,” which “be- in March and New Hampshire’s re- on personal nances plane to Alaska to join the celebra- lies the fact that this is a rush to kill: peal of capital punishment by legis- 407-878-7637407-878-7637407-878-7637 CompassCatholic.org CompassCatholic.org CompassCatholic.org tions of 62 years without the death They plan three executions in one lative veto override in May. n Aug. 9-22, 2019 Florida Catholic FLORIDA NEWS 10

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RHINA GUIDOS local El Paso Times newspaper re- Catholic News Service ported on its website. Gathered Serenity Lara cries with members of the Jewish com- during an Aug, WASHINGTON | The bishop of munity as well as of other faiths, 4, 2019, vigil, a El Paso, Texas, met with the fami- Bishop Seitz and other Catholics day after a mass shooting at a lies of those who were killed and from the diocese lit candles and Walmart store wounded during the Aug. 3 shoot- prayed for the victims. in El Paso, Texas. ing at a Walmart in the city where Authorities have Patrick Crusius, Bishop Mark he serves, and in a statement fol- 21, who is suspected of the crime, Seitz of El Pas lowing the meeting said his heart under custody and expect to soon met with victims “was breaking,” after seeing up- charge him. Several news organiza- and their families close the human aftermath of the tions said local and federal authori- after the attack crime. ties are investigating whether the and said his heart “As a minister I am called to be shooting was a possible hate crime “was breaking present to those who suffered this since the suspected gunman may within me.” attack and to their families. I need be linked to a manifesto that speaks (CALLAGHAN to do so with a sense of composure,” of the “Hispanic invasion” of Texas. O’HARE, said Bishop Mark J. Seitz in the If that’s the case, authorities could REUTERS | CNS) statement. “But as I visited with vic- ask for the death penalty. tims and those they love, my heart “We are treating it as a domestic was breaking within me. Their terrorism case,” said John Bash, questions are mine as well. Why the the U.S. attorney for the Western innocent children? Why the moth- District of Texas, during an Aug. 4 that some of us are better than oth- forgotten how to be compassionate, and for our community,” he said. ers with babes in their arms? Why news conference. “We’re going to ers of us because of race, religion, generous and humane. Everything “The Christ who suffered is in our should any human being ever be do what we do to terrorists in this language or nationality.” is competition. Everything is greed. midst. He is our companion. We subjected to such violence?” country, which is deliver swift and The residents of El Paso, a border Everything is cold. Tenderness and trust he will raise up the fallen, By early Aug. 5, the death toll certain justice.” city with a long history of brother- the love that knows no borders are bring healing to the victims and had climbed from 20 to 22 reported In various news shows and in hood with neighboring Mexico, crucified in a whirlwind of deadly console our broken community.” fatalities and 26 injured from what his statement, Bishop Seitz con- has set an example for others to self-seeking, fear and vindictive- El Paso, too, will rise above the is, so far, the eighth-deadliest mass centrated on the example of Jesus uphold, said the bishop. ness.” “terrible” bloody day, he said, shooting on U.S. soil. as a way out of the divisions that “In the last several months, the Because of similar evil forces, “Today let us mourn the dead Bishop Seitz participated in an many believe led to the killings. borderlands have shown the world God sent Jesus into the world, and and pray for them. Tomorrow let Aug. 4 evening vigil for the victims “Once again in our nation we that generosity, compassion and when it appeared that evil had won us recommit to love. And let us all with other faith leaders as part see the face of evil. We see the ef- human dignity are more power- after his crucifixion, Jesus proved brace ourselves for just action that of the InterFaith Alliance of the fects of a mind possessed by ha- ful than the forces of division,” he otherwise, Bishop Seitz said. will overcome the forces of division Southwest, less than a mile from tred,” he wrote. “We see the effects said in the statement. “The great “This is my hope for all who and build a more loving society,” where the shooting took place, the of the sinful and insipid conviction sickness of our time is that we have have suffered this violence today he ended. n

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RHINA GUIDOS “The lives lost this weekend con- Aug. 4: “More senseless gun killings Catholic News Service front us with a terrible truth. We ... more white nationalism ... more can never again believe that mass disregard for the sanctity of human WASHINGTON | Pope Francis shootings are an isolated excep- life. ... We need to create the beloved joined Catholic Church leaders ex- tion. They are an epidemic against community Jesus envisions now.” pressing sorrow after back-to-back life that we must, in justice, face,” On its website, the Diocese of El mass shootings in the United States said Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo of Paso announced Aug. 4 that Mass- left at least 31 dead and dozens in- Galveston-Houston, USCCB presi- es would take place as scheduled jured in Texas and Ohio Aug. 3 and dent, in a statement issued jointly on Sunday but canceled “out of an 4. with Bishop Frank J. Dewane of abundance of caution” a festival- After the prayer called the An- Venice, Florida, chairman of the like celebration called a “kermess,” gelus in St Peter’s Square on Aug. 4, USCCB’s Committee on Domestic which is popular among Catholic the pope said he wanted to convey Justice and Human Development. Latino populations, that was sched- his spiritual closeness to the vic- “God’s mercy and wisdom com- uled to take place at Our Lady of the tims, the wounded and the families pel us to move toward preventative Light Church. affected by the attacks. He also in- action. We encourage all Catholics The diocese also asked for cluded those who died a weekend to increased prayer and sacrifice for prayers and said Bishop Mark J. earlier during a shooting at a festi- healing and the end of these shoot- Seitz would be participating in val in Gilroy, California. ings. We encourage Catholics to an Aug. 4 interfaith evening vigil “I am spiritually close to the vic- pray and raise their voices for need- for the victims. In a statement an- A woman becomes emotional during a vigil in Dayton, Ohio, Aug. 4, tims of the episodes of violence that ed changes to our national policy nouncing the vigil, the faith leaders 2019. Pope Francis joined Catholic Church leaders expressing sorrow after back-to-back mass shootings in the United States left at least these days have bloodied Texas, and national culture as well,” the said that communities need to con- 31 dead and dozens injured in Texas and Ohio Aug. 3 and 4. (BRYAN California and Ohio, in the United statement continued. sole each other. WOOLSTON, REUTERS | CNS) States, affecting defenseless peo- Archbishop Dennis M. Schnurr, “Today we stand in horror and ple,” he said. who heads the Cincinnati Archdio- shock at the devastating loss of life He joined bishops in Texas as cese, which includes Dayton, said it and heartless attack on our border well as national Catholic organi- was “with a heavy heart” Catholics community. Tomorrow we will Sponsored by zations and leaders reacting to a turned to prayer this Sunday. “As mourn, dry tears, offer our sacrifice bloody first weekend of August, tragic and violent shootings con- of prayer and brace ourselves for which produced the eighth deadli- tinue in our country,” in El Paso and the work ahead. Because even now Family Mission Pilgrimage to est gun violence attack in the coun- now Dayton, “I ask for everyone of the borderlands will stick together try after a gunman opened fire in faith to join in prayer for the victims and the borderlands will stand to- the morning of Aug. 3 at a mall in El and their loved ones. gether,” they said in the statement Paso, Texas, killing at least 22 and Eric Spina, president of the Uni- released by the Interfaith Alliance injuring more than a dozen people. versity of Dayton, said the Marian- of the Southwest and the nonprofit Less than 24 hours after the El ist-run school and its community Hope Border Institute of the El Paso MEXICO Paso shooting, authorities in Day- offered “our prayers for the families Diocese. ton, Ohio, reported at least nine and loved ones of the victims and The institute, which deals with dead and more than a dozen in- the wounded, both for our friends immigration issues, asked anyone Our Lady of Guadalupe jured after a gunman opened fire and neighbors here in Dayton and who could do so to donate blood at on a crowd at or near a bar in the in El Paso, Texas.” a center in the city. It also gave lo- early hours of Aug. 4. The suspect- In the shooting in El Paso, police cal directions and offered help via Friday, Sept. 6-Monday, Sept. 9, 2019 ed gunman was fatally wounded arrested 21-year-old Patrick Cru- Twitter for those looking for loved and police later identified him as sius, of Allen, Texas. Several news ones who may have been hurt in Just a few of the life-changing memories you’ll 24-year-old Connor Betts, of Bell- organizations said local and federal the shooting but who were afraid to experience on this weekend: brook, Ohio. authorities are investigating wheth- contact authorities because of their ✞ On Aug. 4, after the second er the shooting was a possible hate immigration status. Celebrate Mass at the Basilica shooting become public, the presi- crime since the suspected gunman “If you are afraid to contact the of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the dent of the U.S. Conference of Cath- may be linked to a manifesto that authorities regarding the shoot- most-visited Marian apparition olic Bishops and the chairman of speaks of the “Hispanic invasion” ing because of your immigration the bishops’ domestic policy com- of Texas. status, please contact Hope Border shrine in the world and see the mittee offered prayers, condolences Via Twitter, Bishop John Stowe Institute and we will help you,” the only painting by God and urged action. of Lexington, Kentucky, tweeted organization tweeted in English ✞ and Spanish Aug. 3. Learn the story of St. Juan The Sisters of Mercy of the Amer- Diego, the visionary of icas posted a prayer on their website Guadalupe, and witness the called “Let the shooting end.” They called on lawmakers to enact guns miraculous Tilma laws “to protect all in our society.” ✞ Experience the impact the Immediately after the news of the El Paso shooting, they tweeted: Sisters of Mary’s Girlstown “Our hearts break for the families Program has had on the region of those killed and wounded in to- and how they are transforming lives day’s mass shooting in El Paso. A school, a movie theater, a church, a ✞ Lunch and Mass with the Sisters of Mary and shopping mall: All places where we the 3,000 young girls they serve. should feel safe, all places that have experienced senseless tragedy be- cause of guns.” $1,599 per person, double Get the Color Brochure! Cardinal DiNardo and Bishop occupancy. Paying by credit Visit www.ctscentral.net Dewane said in their Aug. 4 state- card? 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FLORIDA for her service to the Church. Bishops join letter to heal the wounds” of the country Congo diocese A prayer service and funeral caused by the Aug. 3 and 4 mass Mass were held June 24 and 25 at on Trump’s tweets shootings and urged an end to hate- steps up efforts Sister O’Laughlin the Motherhouse of the Dominican ful rhetoric many see as a factor in Sisters of Adrian. about Baltimore the violence particularly in Texas. against Ebola was ‘a force WASHINGTON | Two Catho- “The tragic loss of life of 22 peo- WARSAW, Poland | A Catho- of nature’ lic bishops joined almost a dozen ple this weekend in El Paso dem- lic diocese in Congo has boosted NATION leaders of various Christian groups onstrates that hate-filled rhetoric measures to protect its congre- Sister Jeanne O’Laughlin, who in Baltimore denouncing tweets and ideas can become the moti- gations against Ebola, after the served as president and then chan- Fire destroys by President Donald Trump, who vation for some to commit acts of latest outbreak was declared an cellor of Barry University in Miami in late July called Maryland’s 7th violence,” the bishops said in a joint international emergency by the for nearly three decades, died June historic Catholic Congressional District a “disgust- Aug. 8 statement. “The anti-immi- World Health Organization. “The 18. She was 90. The Adrian Do- ing, rat and rodent infested” place grant, anti-refugee, anti-Muslim, Goma Diocese is joining the gen- minican sister fought for religious church in Texas where “no human being would and anti-Semitic sentiments that eral preoccupation with preven- freedom, worked in Miami-Dade WESTPHALIA, Texas | The want to live.” Archbishop William have been publicly proclaimed in tive precautions,” said a state- to calm civil violence, help im- Church of the Visitation in West- E. Lori and Auxiliary Bishop Denis our society in recent years have in- ment issued by Msgr. Jacques migrants and rebuild South Flor- phalia, a nearly 125-year-old wood- J. Madden of Baltimore signed the cited hatred in our communities.” Letakamba, diocesan chancellor. ida after a devastating hurricane. en church with bell towers on each letter dated July 29 addressed to the The statement was issued by “Washing will now be obligatory Archbishop Thomas Wenski paid side, burned to the ground July 29. president, and also signed by bish- Bishop Joe S. Vasquez of Austin, for all faithful before Mass, and homage to her as news spread of The fire, which began in the morn- ops from the city’s Episcopal and Texas, chairman of the U.S. Confer- basins must be prepared for this her death at her order’s health care ing, is still under investigation. Lutheran church, as well as Meth- ence of Catholic Bishops’ Commit- purpose with chlorinated water. facility in Adrian, Michigan. Parishioners ran into the burning odist, evangelical and Presbyterian tee on Migration; Bishop Frank J. The call to Christ’s peace by “Sister Jeanne O’Laughlin was a church to save what they could, leaders, among others. “Recently, Dewane of Venice, Florida, chair- the priest during Mass will not force of nature at Barry and in the including its tabernacle. “We got much to our dismay and profound man of the USCCB Committee on be accompanied by the extend- larger community,” Archbishop some stuff out, but it wasn’t near sadness, you publicly slurred Domestic Social Development; and ing of hands,” the statement said. Wenski said. “She not only took to enough,” parishioner Marvin Mey- our beloved city of Baltimore in Bishop Shelton J. Fabre of Houma- The measures were implemented South Florida — she took South er told the Waco Tribune Herald a tweet,” the letter said. “We will Thibodaux, Louisiana, chairman as Rwanda closed its border with Florida to greater heights. … She daily newspaper. “We just saw the not dignify the slur by repeating of the USCCB Ad Hoc Committee Congo Aug. 1 following confirma- made a difference in all of our lives.” smoke, and everyone came. Every- it. It was horrible, demeaning and Against Racism. tion of a second Ebola death in Under her leadership, Barry Uni- one just tried to do what you could beneath the dignity of a political “Hatred and harsh rhetoric were Goma, a city of 2 million people. versity added 38 buildings, 2,000 to save what you could, but it went leader who should be encouraging echoed in the El Paso shooter’s ex- More than 1,800 people have trees, an off-campus public radio so fast. In like 15 minutes, it was us all to strive and work for a more planation about why he committed died of Ebola in the latest out- station and TV station and a law over.” The church, which is in the civil, just and compassionate soci- this weekend’s shooting,” they said. break, Congo’s 10th since 1976, school in Orlando. Over the years, Austin Diocese, serves 244 fami- ety.” They invited the president to with a dozen new cases reported she served on commissions to ad- lies. “I am saddened for the people visit Baltimore and to see what faith daily mostly in North Kivu prov- dress community issues, such as of Westphalia who have suffered groups are doing to help the city’s WORLD ince, according to WHO. The As- fallout from the Mariel boatlift, this tremendous loss,” said Austin neighborhoods: teaching children sociated Press reported that the the McDuffie riots, a wave of drug- Bishop Joe S. Vasquez in a July 29 to read and study, reclaiming aban- Cardinal Ortega, latest victim, a miner in his 40s, related crime, and rebuilding South statement. “I am grateful for all the doned buildings for housing and had shown symptoms of the dis- Florida after the ruinous Hurricane firefighters and departments that other community needs, helping longtime voice of ease after returning to Goma and Andrew in 1992. Early in her tenure, responded to the fire. Please join recent immigrants and refugees, died July 31 at an Ebola treatment she helped the federal Immigra- me in keeping the people of this feeding, clothing and housing the Cuba’s poor, dies center. tion and Naturalization Service to historic parish in your prayers to- homeless, planting trees, growing VATICAN CITY | A proud Cuban develop a system to track Haitian day as they try to piece together this gardens, and cleaning up streets. who pressed for greater freedom for Vatican: Bones refugees, allowing 300 of them to tragedy.” The bishop, who spoke to “We are asking for your help -- not his church and for an end to the U.S. be released from the Krome Deten- reporters near the grounds of the tweets of denunciation,” they said embargo on his homeland, Cardi- found at cemetery tion Center. charred parish church July 30, not- in the letter. nal Jaime Ortega Alamino, retired do not belong to Sister O’Laughlin continued ed that the community is “broken archbishop of Havana, died July 26 working even in the face of lung hearted” about this loss. He said the Bishops: Cease at the age of 82. Serving as head of missing woman cancer, first diagnosed in 1996. She church was “truly one of our trea- the Archdiocese of Havana for al- VATICAN CITY | The Vatican coped in typical fashion, helping sured churches” because of its his- hateful rhetoric most 35 years pushed the cardinal press office said that the results of raise funds and awareness for the tory, tradition and the love and the WASHINGTON | Three U.S. into a prominent role as a spokes- a morphological analysis of bones American Cancer Society. In 1992, faith of the people, which has not bishops’ committee chairmen have man for Cuban Catholics on na- and bone fragments found at an Pope John Paul II conferred on her diminished and will grow stronger called on the nation’s elected offi- tional and international issues, but ossuary in a Vatican cemetery the Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice Medal, “out of these ashes.” cials “to exert leadership in seeking he also devoted much of his energy concluded that none belonged to to supporting the island’s active Emanuela Orlandi, a young Ital- Catholics and encouraging them ian woman who has been missing FLORIDA TRAINING-RETREAT as missionaries to their neighbors. for more than 30 years. He spent eight months in a com- Giovanni Arcudi, the forensic munist-government labor camp in anthropologist who led the scien- 1966-67, but he went on to become tific investigation of the remains Lord Teach Me To Pray a cardinal and to welcome St. John found at the Vatican’s Teutonic Paul II to Cuba in 1998, Pope Bene- Cemetery, “did not find any bone dict XVI to the island in March 2012, structure dating back to the peri- IGNATIAN PRAYER SERIES and Pope Francis in September od after the end of the 1800s,” the 2015 and again, briefly, the follow- Vatican said. The forensic team ing February. concluded its study of the bones SATURDAY, SEPT. 14 Pope Francis also conveyed July 28. his sympathies in a telegram sent However, an expert represent- 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. July 27 by Cardinal Pietro Parolin, ing the Orlandi family requested Vatican secretary of state, to Arch- about 70 bone remains be tested bishop Juan de la Caridad Garcia in a laboratory, despite objec- Our Lady of Perpetual Help Rodriguez of Havana. In his mes- tions by Arcudi and his team who Retreat and Spirituality Center sage, Cardinal Parolin expressed believe the bones display signs the pope’s condolences to the de- of being “very old.” Nonetheless, 3989 S. 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CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE facedown by armed attackers, who found four wearing crucifixes and OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina killed them “because they were Faso | A bishop leader in Burkina Christians.” Faso called on the world to stop the “After murdering them, the Is- massacre of Christians by foreign- lamists warned the other villagers backed Islamist groups that are that they too would be killed if they “better armed and equipped” than did not convert to Islam,” Bishop government forces. Dabire said. “If the world continues to do “Insecurity is growing con- nothing, the result will be the elim- stantly and has forced us to reduce ination of the Christian presence,” our pastoral activities. It is now too said Bishop Laurent Dabire of Dori, dangerous to go to some areas, and president of the bishops’ conference I’ve been forced to close down two of Burkina Faso and Niger. “They’ve parishes,” he said. slowly moved into the interior of our The Catholic Church makes up a country, attacking the army, civil fifth of the 16.5 million inhabitants structures and the people,” he said of Burkina Faso, whose government of the nongovernment forces. “To- signed an accord with the Vatican day their main target appears to be July 12 guaranteeing the church’s Christians. I believe they are trying legal status and agreeing to “col- to trigger an interreligious conflict.” laborate for the moral, spiritual and The appeal was published Aug. material wellbeing of the human 1, by Aid to the Church in Need as person and for the promotion of the nongovernmental organizations in common good.” A displaced Christian woman prays in front of a grotto with a statue of Mary in Kaya, Burkina Faso, the country launched a program to Christian places of worship, es- May 16, 2019. (ANNE MIMAULT, REUTERS | CNS) help 250,000 people displaced by pecially in the country’s mostly attacks throughout the landlocked Muslim-inhabited north, have been but he said Burkina Faso was “pay- prospects,” as well as “radicalized were receiving outside support. west Africa nation located within targeted by jihadist groups since the ing a heavy tribute” for the attacks, elements” who saw jihadist move- “The weapons they are using the horn of Africa. October 2014 ouster of President which were impeding “efforts at na- ments “as the expression of their were not made here in Africa,” the The bishop said 20 Christians Blaise Compaore. tional construction.” Islamic faith.” bishop said. “They have rifles, ma- had been killed in unprovoked at- Speaking July 31 in Ouagadou- In his ACN interview, Bishop He added that he felt personally chine guns and so much ammuni- tacks since January. He said in the gou, President Marc Christian Ka- Dabire said the mostly foreign hurt by the inaction of the interna- tion, more than the Burkina Faso most recent incident, June 27, in bore praised heads of neighboring forces had recruited local youths tional community “to defend Chris- army, and when they come to the Beni, villagers were forced to lie states for helping combat terrorism, with “no money, no work and no tian communities” when Islamists villages, they shoot for hours.” n Opinion: Securing authentic children’s rights

Children require extensive sup- new assisted reproductive technol- these situations, they may also face that children have an innate right acceptance of same-sex parenting port and protection to meet their ogies that can isolate children and wrenching questions about how to their mother and father. When has created momentum for these physical, emotional, and spiritual deprive them of critical parental many other embryonic siblings this right is violated, children be- kinds of triple-parenting situa- needs. They are uniquely depen- and family supports during their were discarded, frozen or other- come ‘items’ to be cut and pasted tions to arise, bringing additional dent on their parents because they childhood. Children brought into wise lost through the complex lab- into any and every adult romantic complications into the lives of the are particularly vulnerable. Often existence using anonymous donor oratory manipulations that created relationship.” children caught in the middle and they are unable to speak on their sperm and artificial insemination, them. Surrogate mothering gives Additional “cutting and past- subjecting them to further ambi- own behalf or effectively to consider one example, rise to yet another approach that ing” in children’s lives occurs guity regarding their own identity defend themselves from often struggle with a can fracture a child’s sense of fam- through the growing phenomenon and their relationship to their par- various forms of exploi- sense of violation as they ily connection. This technique fre- of “triple-parenting.” Because a ents. tation. end up spending years quently relies on multiple parental same-sex couple (two lesbians for Not w it h st a nd i ng rapid ly Considerations like or even decades search- figures: one who provides sperm, instance) cannot have a child un- changing social mores, a truly civ- these provide the ba- ing for information about another eggs, and a third a womb less someone provides the missing ilized society will never prioritize sis for acknowledging their biological father for hire. An even greater number of ingredient of donor sperm, they the desires of adults ahead of the the reality of “children’s in the desperate hope of parental figures can be involved in must rope in a male for the project innate rights of vulnerable chil- rights.” Providing an discovering his identity, the production of so-called “three- — perhaps an anonymous sperm dren. As Jennifer Roback Morse, a appropriate family envi- meeting him in person, parent embryos.” donor, or a friend who agrees to tireless advocate of marriage and ronment, with the pres- OPINION and learning more about While many of these assisted donate his sperm or an agreeable family concludes, “We are replac- ence of both a mother their own roots and iden- reproductive technologies chip male friend willing to have sex ing the natural pre-political con- and a father, has long Father Tad tity. Katy Faust, founder away at the stabilizing presence of with one of them. In any of these cept of biological parenthood with been recognized as Pacholczyk of the children’s rights or- maternal and paternal figures in scenarios, a de facto relationship an artificial, government-created one of the paramount ganization Them Before the life of a child, their growing use comes to exist between the same- concept of parenthood that is examples of fulfilling Us, notes how children by same-sex couples to facilitate sex couple and this third-party entirely socially constructed … children’s rights. A proper fam- born from these techniques are same-sex parenting raises further individual, raising the prospect of Triple-parenting and genderless ily environment offers essential “just like every other human child serious concerns about harming triple-parenting. California was marriage are destructive policies. safeguards for a child, and helps who longs to be known and loved children and ignoring their best one of the first states that tried to They must be stopped.” assure the “full and harmonious by the two people responsible for interests. Nobody denies that two pass a law allowing children to development of his or her person- their existence.” men might each be able to be a have three legal parents. In some Rev. Tadeusz Pacholczyk, Ph.D. ality” — to borrow a phrase from Children entering the world good father, but neither can be a cases the lesbians will entirely earned his doctorate in neuro- the 1990 United Nations Conven- through in vitro fertilization simi- mom. It is part of natural biologi- avoid interaction with any father/ science from Yale and did post- tion on the Rights of the Child. larly struggle with their unnatural cal filiation for children to flour- donor. In others, they will want doctoral work at Harvard. He is a Such “full and harmonious de- circumstances in which the hired ish under the loving care of their their child to have an ongoing re- priest of the diocese of Fall River, velopment,” however, is becoming services of a third-party contrac- own mom and dad. No same-sex lationship with him. Some men MA, and serves as the Director of more difficult to secure for many tor, rather than their parents’ lov- couple can provide that. As Katy may not care; others may be ea- Education at The National Catho- children in part due to a growing ing embrace, resulted in their com- Faust notes, “Until recently, our ger, and push to get involved with lic Bioethics Center in Philadel- societal acceptance of powerful ing-into-being. As they grow up in culture and laws have recognized their biological kids. The growing phia. See www.ncbcenter.org 15 SUNDAY WORD and SCRIPTURE Florida Catholic Aug. 9-22, 2019

SCRIPTURE A heart full of faith and trust readings Friday, Aug. 9 Sunday, Aug. 11 expect, the Son of Man will come.” with confidence that we will share servant who knew his master’s will Dt 4:32-40; Ps 77:12-16, 21; Mt 16:24-28 Wis 18:6-9; Ps 33:1, 12, 18-22; Heb 11:1- In the parable that Jesus uses to in the promises that God has made but did not make preparations nor 2, 8-19; Lk 12:32-48 explain this saying, he makes it us, even as Abraham trusted, even act in accord with his will shall be Saturday, Aug. 10 clear for us that what matters is not when he heard the call to sacrifice beaten severely; and the servant Feast of Saint Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr You may have heard the story to know when he is returning, to his only son. who was ignorant of his master’s 2 Cor 9:6-10; Ps 112:1-2, 5-9; Jn 12:24-26 of the monks who learned that the know when the end of our lives will The Book of Wisdom connects, will but acted in a way deserving world was going to end come, but that he finds us it seems, with the message of the of a severe beating shall be beaten Sunday, Aug. 11 that night. The different living the lives of love to other two readings for today: “The only lightly.” As Jesus says imme- Wis 18:6-9; Ps 33:1, 12, 18-22; Heb 11:1-2, monks went about doing which he has called us. night of the passover was known diately afterwards, much will be 8-19; Lk 12:32-48 the things they had want- The kitchen monk had al- beforehand to our fathers, that, asked of us, to whom much has Monday, Aug. 12 ed to do, but never got the ways done what he need- with sure knowledge of the oaths been given. We have been given so chance to do. The library ed to do, and so he didn’t in which they put their faith, they much, with the gift of faith and the Dt 10:12-22; Ps 147:12-15, 19-20; Mt monk went outside to go feel he had to scurry about might have courage.” Even though gift of being able to take part each 17:22-27 swimming in the monas- to change his routine at we do not know when our end will Sunday — or even daily — in the Tuesday, Aug. 13 tery pond. The gardener the end. come, as did the Hebrews who Lord’s gift of His Son for us, in the monk went to spend his How can we live with were told to prepare for the first Eucharist. Should we not always Dt 31:1-8; (PS) Dt 32:3-4b, 7-9, 12; Mt 18:1- 5, 10, 12-14 remaining time in the SUNDAY this confidence? The pas- Passover, we know that our heav- be ready? chapel, because he felt he WORD sage we read this Sunday enly Father has indeed sacrificed “Blessed is that servant whom Wednesday, Aug. 14 had not prayed enough. from the Letter to the He- his only Son as the true Passover his master on arrival finds doing” The sacristan monk went Father brews gives us a hint — Lamb, precisely so that we might what he has been asked to do. Like Memorial of St. Maximilian Kolbe, priest and martyr to the library, where he Alfredo with the faith that marked be saved from sin and death and the kitchen monk, that servant has had always wanted to Hernández Abraham and the great have eternal life. Thus, the same nothing to worry about, but with a Dt 34:1-12; Ps 66:1-3a, 5, 8, 16-17; Mt read more. But the monk patriarchs, with the faith faith that motivated Abraham heart full of faith and trust, is ready 18:15-20 who cleaned the kitchen that has marked the lives and Sarah can move us, so that we to meet his master. Are we ready Thursday, Aug. 15 stayed in the kitchen and kept on of so many saints in Christian his- “might have courage.” for the master’s return? Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed cleaning. tory. What is faith? We read: “Faith Jesus presents the message of Virgin Mary In today’s Gospel, Jesus calls us is the realization of what is hoped the parable of the servant who, Father Alfredo Hernández is Vice to be prepared, always ready for for and evidence of things not seeing the master’s delay, gets Rector and Academic Dean of St. Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab; Ps 45:10bc, 11, his return: “You also must be pre- seen.” In faith, our hope is already drunk and abuses the other ser- Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary 12ab, 16; 1 Cor 15:20-27; Lk 1:39-56 pared, for at an hour you do not made present, and we are filled vants, in very stark terms: “That in Boynton Beach. Friday, Aug. 16 Jos 24:1-13; Ps 136:1-3, 16-18, 21-22, 24; Mt 19:3-12 Saturday, Aug. 17 To stand for Christ means many Jos 24:14-29; Ps 16:1-2a, 5, 7-8, 11; Mt 19:13-15 Sunday, Aug. 18 Jer 38:4-6, 8-10; Ps 40:2-4, 18; Heb 12:1-4; will challenge and oppose us Lk 12:49-53 Monday, Aug. 19 Sunday, Aug. 18 and safe thing to do. Following we insist on the dignity of married nesses” that surrounds us. It is sur- Jgs 2:11-19; Ps 106:34-37, 39-40, 43ab-44; Jer 38:4-6, 8-10; Ps 40:2-4, 18; Heb 12:1- Christ, though, requires us to be life, as being the fruitful, lifelong rounded by so many witnesses, so Mt 19:16-22 4; Lk 12:49-53 willing to stand up and be count- bond of one man and one woman, many holy men and women of the ed, to be able to acknowledge the we are called intolerant. When we Old and New Testaments who have Tuesday, Aug. 20 On this Twentieth Sunday in sin that is in us and in the world, at oppose capital punishment, we are kept their eyes on Christ, that we Memorial of St. Bernard, abbot and doctor of Ordinary Time, we hear words the same time as we show care and seen as being weak on crime. can hope to be faithful ourselves, the Church that do not sound like Jesus, meek love for each person. Here is where Some of these issues may be even in times of difficulty. The Jgs 6:11-24a; Ps 85:9, 11-14; Mt 19:23-30 and humble of heart: “I have come the division and the fire of which new in our time, but the con- words the author of the Letter to to set the earth on fire, and how Jesus speaks come into play. cept is not. To stand for Christ Hebrews uses to describe Jesus ap- Wednesday, Aug. 21 I wish it were already blazing!” At this precise moment in the means that many will challenge ply to us, on our journey: “For the Memorial of St. Pius X, pope These sound almost like the words history of the world and of our and oppose us. In the Old Testa- sake of the joy that lay before him Jgs 9:6-15; Ps 21:2-7; Mt 20:1-16 of a terrorist, but they are the words country, there are many matters ment, Jeremiah experienced this he endured the cross, despising its of Jesus. In one of the harshest pas- where we, as Catholic Christians, phenomenon, as he spoke words shame, and has taken his seat at Thursday, Aug. 22 sages in St. Luke’s Gospel, the Lord need to take a position, a position that those in power did not want the right of the throne of God.” The Memorial of the Queenship of the Blessed tells us that He has not come “to that is going to make us unpopular to hear: “They took Jeremiah words of today’s Scripture readings Virgin Mary bring peace, but division.” What is with someone, perhaps with many and threw him into the cistern of are heavy, but they are not meant Jgs 11:29-39a; Ps 40:5, 7-10; Mt 22:1-14 Jesus talking about? different people at the same time. Prince Malchiah, which was in to depress us, but to encourage us In our society, getting along When we speak in defense of the the quarters of the guard, letting to be ever more faithful, especially Friday, Aug. 23 with everyone is prized very high- life of the unborn, some oppose us him down with ropes. There was in the face of opposition, filled with Ru1:1, 3-6, 14b-16, 22; Ps 146:5-10; Mt ly. Tolerating differences among vociferously, accusing us as being no water in the cistern, only mud, faith in Christ. We have not yet 22:34-40 us is something many times we against the rights of women. When and Jeremiah sank into the mud.” “endured to the point of shedding Saturday, Aug. 24 do, not so much because we truly we demand humane treatment of It can sometimes seem that we are blood,” but we also see the joy that respect the other person, but be- immigrants, we are accused of be- sinking in the mud of our times, lies before us, and that strengthens Feast of St. Bartholomew, apostle cause it is the politically correct ing against the rule of law. When and we can even be tempted to use in our efforts to be faithful. Rv 21:9b-14; Ps 145:10-13ab, 17-18; Jn the same tools of those who op- After the death and resurrec- 1:45-51 pose us. Here is where we need to tion of Jesus, described in the Let- Sunday, Aug. 25 remember that we are witnesses ter to the Hebrews and foretold in of Christ, not primarily advocates today’s Gospel passage, the Holy Is 66:18-21; Ps 117:1-2; Heb 12:5-7, 11-13; for positions, no matter how just Spirit came upon the disciples as Lk 13:22-30 they may be. Thus, even there tongues of fire. May the same Holy will be divisions, even in our own Spirit, whom we have received in families, as we seek to be faithful Baptism and Confirmation, blaze to Christ, our actions must always in us, so that we may be able to bear witness to his love. stand up and proclaim our Catho- The Letter to the Hebrews lic Christian faith, no matter the speaks of the “great a cloud of wit- price. Aug. 9-22, 2019 Florida Catholic CLASSIFIEDS 16

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