Pope Francis Comes to America E-EDITION EXCLUSIVES • Be Shepherds Concerned with God and People, Pope Tells U.S

Home , Benedict Daswa, Savio Hon, World Youth Day 2016

WWW.THEFLORIDACATHOLIC.ORG | Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 | Volume 76, Number 22 Pope Francis comes to America E-EDITION EXCLUSIVES • Be shepherds concerned with God and people, pope tells U.S. bishops • On papal plane, Holy Father defends his teaching on social issues • Pope, ‘son of immigrant family,’ tells Obama he’s ready to learn in U.S.

orlando diocese palm beach diocese Venice diocese

Deacon Wayne topper, left, of St. Clare Parish in the institute for Catholic Studies and Formation in Father Miguel Gonzalez of St. John Vianney Parish in north Palm Beach congratulates new Deacon Jose Lake Suzy, near Port Charlotte. Orlando speaks to the speaks to the media about why Guardiario moments after he was ordained. (LinDa he is inspired by St. Junipero Serra, the first saint to be reeVeS | FC) canonized on U.S. soil. (Katherine LaGUna | FC) Catholic Local Four men join Institute joins connections to diaconate forces with pope’s visit brotherhood Franciscan U. The Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola was bus- Charles Thatcher, director of music for St. James tling as people made their way to seats moments During the past year, the Institute for Catholic Cathedral and the Diocese of Orlando, is honored before diaconate ordination ceremonies Sept. Studies and Formation has been working to estab- that a hymn he arranged was chosen to be sung 12. The celebration gathered families and mem- lish a new partnership with a nationally known at the papal Mass in Philadelphia Sept. 26. Sister bers of parish and cultural communities. Priests university in order to offer graduate courses here Ann Kendrick, Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur from around the diocese attended ceremonies, in the Diocese of Venice. and one of the founders of the Hope CommUnity and many if not all of the nearly 100 deacons were After much diligent work and many meetings, Center, is leading a group of 17, including some there in support of their four new brothers. The that effort between the Diocese of Venice and immigrant farmworkers to Philadelphia for papal men, dressed in white vestments, processed into Franciscan University of Steubenville, Ohio, is events. the cathedral in pairs. now a reality. Click on the ORLANDO DIOCESE above for Click on the PALM BEACH DIOCESE for more Click on the VENICE DIOCESE above for more more on this story. on this story. on this story. www.thefloridacatholic.org | Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 FLORIDACatholic ORLANDO DIOCESE Pope Francis in America

Katherine Laguna of the Florida Catholic staff

ORLANDO | Pope Francis is scheduled to be in the United States until Sept. 27. From a conclave of 115 cardinals, he was elected pope on March 13, 2013. Since then Pope Francis’ charisma and direct involve- ment with people have sparked interest and devotion for many Catholics and even for those of different faiths. This is his first Father Miguel Gonzalez of St. John Vianney visit to the U.S. Parish in Orlando speaks to the speaks to the During a diocesan press media about why he is inspired by St. Junipero conference Sept. 17 dedicated Serra, the first saint to be canonized on U.S. to Pope Francis’ apostolic jour- soil. (Katherine Laguna | FC) ney here in the United States, several people spoke about the local impact the pope will have. Local connections Bishop John Noonan opened the discussion on how Pope Francis’ grace and humility is to the pope’s changing the way people see the leader of the Roman Catho- lic Church. apostolic journey “Although I have never met him, Pope Francis speaks The youths are heavily en- Above, to the U.S. the language of the people; gaged with Pope Francis; many Catholic school he knows how to address the follow him on social media students greet Pope Francis Katherine Laguna people,” said Bishop Noonan. sites such as Twitter. In the of the Florida Catholic staff with flowers “Pope Francis is a person who state of Florida, there are over after he wants to bring Christ’s love and 150 young men preparing arrived at Joint ORLANDO | mercy to others. His visit to the for the priesthood and many Base Andrews Charles Thatcher, director of music for United States will remind us of traveled to Washington to see in Maryland St. James Cathedral and the Diocese of Or- the importance of our faith and Pope Francis. Seminarian Sept. 22. (BOB lando, is honored that a hymn he arranged God and our relationship with Blake Britton of St. Catherine ROLLER | CNS) was chosen to be sung at the papal Mass in Jesus Christ.” of Siena Parish in Kissimmee At left, U.S. Philadelphia Sept. 26. His musical setting On the agenda for Pope Fran- spoke of Pope Francis’ abil- President for “Hail Holy Queen” will be sung during cis was the canonization Mass ity to breathe new life into the Barack Obama the entrance procession. The second line for Spanish friar Junipero Serra Christian faith. greets Pope of the hymn is “Hail Queen of Mercy and of on Sept. 23 at the Basilica of “This man, who is the peo- Francis during Love,” which Thatcher believes has particu- the National Shrine of the Im- ple’s pope, has provided an an arrival lar significance to Pope Francis since “Love maculate Conception in Wash- intensely humble and joyful ceremony on Is our Mission” is the theme of his visit and ington, D.C. Father Miguel love of Christian living,” said the South the pope declared a Year of Mercy to begin Gonzalez, pastor of St. John Vi- Britton. “As an American pre- Lawn of Dec. 8. anney Parish in Orlando, spoke paring for the priesthood, I the White Sister Ann Kendrick, Sisters of Notre of the meaning behind having am being called to serve an House Sept. Dame de Namur and one of the founders an American Latino become a incredibly vibrant and a rap- 23. (JOSHUA of the Hope CommUnity Center, is leading saint, since he too moved to the idly growing faith community. ROBERTS | CNS) a group of 17, including some immigrant U.S. at the age of 9 from Puerto I can only pray Pope Francis farmworkers to Philadelphia for papal Rico. will set fire to my own heart so events. Hope CommUnity Center is dedicat- “It is an incredible celebra- that I too might be a priest who POPE’S SCHEDULE ed to the empowerment of Central Florida’s tion — the one we are celebrat- humbly and joyfully proclaims immigrant and working-poor communities ing as a Church by having Pope the Gospel of Jesus Christ to SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 Martin’s Chapel, St. Charles Borromeo through education advocacy and spiritual Francis come to our country the world.” 9:30 a.m.: Arrival at Atlantic Aviation, Seminary. growth. and have the opportunity of As American Catholics con- Philadelphia. 11 a.m.: Visit to Curran-Fromhold St. Mary Magdalen Parish in Altamonte canonizing Blessed Junipero tinue to witness the Holy Father 10:30 a.m.: Mass at Cathedral Basilica Correctional Facility. Springs is organizing a welcome week to Serra,” said Father Miguel. “He in the United States, one thing of Sts. Peter and Paul, Philadelphia. 4 p.m.: Mass for the conclusion of the coincide with the pope’s visit. Community is the first Hispanic saint who is certain from the voices of 4:45 p.m.: Visit to Independence Mall. World Meeting of Families, Benjamin members are invited to tour the church lived in the United States, la- people throughout the world: 7:30 p.m.: Visit to the Festival of Franklin Parkway. Sept. 27, 4 p.m. At 4:30 p.m., the parish will bored in the United States. He is He is the people’s pope. n Families, Benjamin Franklin Parkway. 7 p.m.: Visit with organizers, volunteers present a “Practical walk through the Mass also an inspiration for Hispanic and benefactors of the World Meeting with Father Charlie Mitchell.” He will an- Catholics who have made the The entire press conference may SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 of Families, Atlantic Aviation. swer questions about Catholic beliefs and United States their home as I be found at http://www.orlando 9:15 a.m.: Meeting with bishops at St. 8 p.m.: Departure for Rome. rituals relating to the liturgy of the Mass. have.” diocese.org/uspapalvisit. Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY A2 Ministry provides second chances to incarcerated Katherine Laguna of the Florida Catholic staff

APOPKA | St. Peter Claver Prison Ministry is showing Jesus’ mercy and forgiveness for the incarcerated. As a conference within the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, its mission is to provide spiritual and practical mentoring to men in five correctional facilities in Or- ange, Seminole and Polk counties. The 14 volunteers work with 350 prisoners a month, teaching them skills and habits they will need when they are released. The ministry started in 2006 with only a handful of men who visited inmates at the Polk Cor- Jim Wade, left, residential care administrator for St. Peter Claver Bruce Strumbras, left, president of St. Peter Claver Prison Ministry, rectional Institution. Throughout Prison Ministry, congratulates Samuel Amburgey on the purchase of meets with ex-offender Christopher Brooks who has stayed out of the years, it grew into a rehabilita- his first car since being released from prison in July. prison for the past year. (PHOTOS BY KATHERINE LAGUNA | FC) tion program aimed at preparing inmates for life outside of a prison ‘Out of the 150 men we have helped since 2006, Claver Prison Ministry is to grow cy is for even the incarcerated. cell. Mentors meet individuals five beyond one village in order to as- “All of us have the capacity to to six months before their release only seven have been back to prison. We are taking sist more ex-offenders, but that sin and to do the same, to make for help with transitioning back struggling men and assisting them so they may takes donations and more men- mistakes in life,” said Pope Fran- into society. tors the ministry depends on. As cis during a general audience at “Out of the 150 men we have become productive men in society.’ Jesus tells us to visit those who are St. Peter’s Square on Sept. 10, 2014. helped since 2006, only seven have incarcerated, Pope Francis is lead- “They are no worse than you and been back to prison,” said Bruce Bruce Strumbras ing by example. me. Mercy overcomes every wall, Strumbras, conference president On the Holy Father’s last day every barrier and leads you to al- of the prison ministry. “We are release, he didn’t have the stabil- people in the program were pro- in the United States, Sept. 27, he ways seek the face of the man, of taking struggling men and assist- ity needed to integrate back into gressing in life,” said Amburgey. will visit Curran-Fromhold Cor- the person. And it is mercy which ing them so they may become pro- society. “I went through a work “It is exactly what I wanted for my rectional Facility. Pope Francis changes the heart and the life, ductive men in society.” center, but I didn’t have the sup- own life — to be more spiritually continues to make it his pastoral which can regenerate a person and Since 2013, St. Peter Claver has port system when I got out,” Am- balanced.” devotion to meet with prisoners allow him or her to integrate into provided transitional housing for burgey remembered. “I moved When Amburgey was released throughout the world, noting mer- society in a new way.” n men who were previously incar- in with friends of the family that from prison in July, he moved into cerated. Currently 11 men live were trying to help me out, get my Father Ennis Village, this time in the mobile home community feet planted, but they really weren’t with a stable, supportive system to that was recently dedicated and planted themselves, so I kind of guide him. He attends a local Bap- named after Father William En- drifted back in the old situations tist church, works at an upholstery nis, pastor of Holy Family Parish, again.” shop and with the money he’s Orlando. Not even six months after Am- saved, he recently purchased his Samuel Amburgey is one suc- burgey’s release, he found him- first car in over 15 years. Ambur- cess story. He grew up on the Ohio self in the back of a police car gey knows Jesus and this ministry River in a single-parent home with once again for drug possession. are one in the same. his mother. Once 18, he moved to He served another four years in “What will always remain in Florida where he would later di- prison. This time, he wanted help. my mind is when Jesus says ‘in vorce and make several wrong He found his second chance after prison you came to see me,’” said decisions that led him into a life of praying the Divine Mercy chaplet Amburgey. “Well Jesus came in drugs. while still incarcerated. He soon the form of all those people who At the age of 34, Amburgey was became involved with St. Peter are involved in the St. Peter Claver arrested for the first time on drug Claver Prison Ministry. ministry. My family did not come, trafficking charges, giving him a “I started going to mentor meet- but the Church is my support.” 12-year prison sentence. Upon his ings they provided, noticing the The future goal of St. Peter

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL Vincent de Paul was born of poor parents Recognized as “The Apostle of Charity,” in the village of Pouy in Gascony, France, in Vincent’s predominant virtue extended to all 1580. His early years in education began at classes of persons, from forsaken children to a monastery of the Franciscan Friars until old age. he went to the University of Toulouse for Vincent died in Paris at the age of 80. In theological studies. the course of his long life he wrote a large By 1600, he was ordained a priest. He number of letters, estimated at 30,000. After remained in Toulouse acting as a tutor while his death the task of collecting them com- continuing his own studies. menced. In the 18th century nearly 7,000 Five years into his priesthood, Vincent was had been gathered. A total of 3,200 letters captured by pirates while on a voyage by sea were later published. from Marseilles to Narbonne. He was taken Inspired by Vincent’s holy life, Blessed to Tunis, where he was sold into slavery and Frederic Ozanam, a French scholar, formed remained in Tunis for two years. He escaped the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, which now

sometime after and returned to France. serves the poor in 148 countries. 34357-0925 In 1617 Vincent led preachimg missions Vincent was canonized a saint in 1737 by in France. In 1625 he founded Congregation Pope Clement XII. St. Vincent de Paul is the of the Mission, known commonly as the patron of charitable societies. His feast day Vicentians and the Daughters of Charity. is Sept. 27. A3 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Faith Formation Day inspires disciples to action Katherine Laguna of the Florida Catholic staff

ORLANDO | More than 600 catechists and parish leaders from across 70 parishes of the diocese traveled to Bishop Moore High School in Orlando Sept. 19 for the annual Faith Formation Day. Bishop John Noonan celebrated Mass at St. Charles Borromeo Par- ish before leading the opening ceremony with prayer and remarks on the blessing of having Pope Francis in the United States. “The very first time we encoun- tered Pope Francis, he simply said to the people, ‘Pray for me,’ because prayer brings us closer to Terry Virgona, left, and Cecelia Caldwell, center, mother and daughter Bilingual keynote speaker Father Alfonso Cely of St. Ann Parish in God and to one another. Prayer catechists from Resurrection Parish Winter Garden, look for materials Haines City addresses a diverse crowd of more than 600 catechists and God are the reasons why you for their ministry. (PHOTOS BY KATHERINE LAGUNA | FC) and parish leaders from across 70 parishes in the Diocese of Orlando are all here today,” said Bishop on the importance of being a disciple in action. Noonan. “You have experienced who God is to you and that experience is transforming since anything is possible with God.” Bishop Noonan encouraged everyone to be disciples of Jesus Christ, but not just ordinary disciples — to become a disciple who brings love, mercy and hope. Bish- op Noonan said that these are the reasons why the world likes Pope Francis; he is that disciple and an example for all. This year’s bilingual keynote speaker, Father Alfonso Cely from St. Ann Parish in Haines City, also spoke of the importance of being disciples who take action. He told a story from his first mission 15 years ago in his home country of Colom- Bishop John Noonan opens Faith Formation Day with prayer and Participants at the annual Faith Formation Day begin the day in bia. Armed men arrived in the vil- encouragement for everyone to become disciples of Jesus Christ by prayer. lage to harm a young boy for infor- transforming the love and hope he has for us all and sharing it with mation. With words of encourage- those in our lives. ‘You have to be the catechist. Jesus Christ didn’t pick ment from the other people in the village, Father Cely approached you doing?’ It was the only thing remembered Father Cely. “And I someone else. He specifically picked you to do this the dangerous men to save the boy. that came to my mind. Then one of believe the reason they left without work of discipleship. Maybe there are some of you “I had the rosary in my hand the four men said to the young boy, killing the young boy is because a and I asked the men, ‘What are ‘This little priest saved you today,’” catechist implanted a seed in them who have heard the voice of Jesus Christ, but you when they were little boys. They have not responded yes to him.’ knew what they were doing was wrong. Even the smallest words I Father Alfonso Cely ADVERTISER SPOTLIGHT spoke impacted them.” Father Cely said difficulties will happen in life, but things don’t “I think when you’re in this type want to learn more about their need to be perfect in order to make of ministry you tend to get burned Catholic faith regardless,” said Ti- a difference. He never thought his out, and perhaps think you’re not lus. “They don’t have a vocation first mission would lead him into making a difference,” Virgona said. like this one where they can hear Home town: Favorite TV show: St. Louis “Blue Bloods” that situation, but he said Jesus has “But then you hear the keynote someone talking to them in their Parish: St. Mary What makes your selected everyone for a purposeful speaker say those men didn’t kill own language, and that’s why I Magdalen, Altamonte practice stand out? task. the boy because a catechist plant- think so many come. Springs Aggressive, but ethical. “You have to be the catechist. ed a seed. It means a lot and gets us “Evangelizing should be the Ministries: Men’s What is your Jesus Christ didn’t pick someone to keep doing our work.” everyday life of a Christian,” con- Club, Knights of favorite part of else. He specifically picked you to Several workshops at Faith For- tinued Tilus. “In my presentation Robert W. Rasch Columbus district your practice? do this work of discipleship,” Fa- mation Day were given in different I spoke of how talk is cheap and deputy Transitioning from ther Cely said. “Maybe there are languages, including Spanish, Cre- actions are valuable and a louder Hobbies/interests: litigation to mediation/ some of you who have heard the ole, Portuguese and Vietnamese. way to communicate. People don’t Fishing, watching arbitration. Applying voice of Jesus Christ, but you have During his workshop on evan- need to be a priest to evangelize as football/baseball my experience. Favorite sports What do you love not responded yes to him.” gelization, Wilfred Tilus, a can- long as they follow the example of team: St. Louis about spirituality? With more than 120 workshops didate in the diaconate forma- Jesus Christ.” Cardinals Trust, faith that God offered after the keynote address, tion program, spoke about being Armed with inspiration and Childhood hero: will get me through it. catechists, young adult leaders and shocked by his Haitian communi- information, attendees at Faith Stan Musial Retirement goal: To evangelizers of all kinds sought the ty’s eagerness to learn. More than Formation Day left as disciples in Alma mater: be able to say,“I have opportunity to educate themselves 50 Haitians attended his workshop action to spread new knowledge fought the good fight; I University of Missouri further for their ministry or to use given entirely in Creole. of their faith to families and the (See directory, page A3.) School of Law have finished the race; I have kept the faith.” this day for renewal, as did cat- “I was not expecting to see that parishes they represent across the echist Terry Virgona from Resur- many since everyone in the work- diocese. n Disclaimer: Spotlight does not imply Florida Catholic endorsement of any business or product. rection Parish in Winter Garden. shop are not teachers, but they Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY A4

Community Business Directory

ATTORNEYS ATTORNEYS FINANCIAL SERVICES

Greg Panjian, AAMS® • Wills, Trusts and Probate Financial Advisor • Estate and Incapacity Planning Investment Strategies: Elder law attorneys • Guardianship and Elder Law • CDs • Bonds • Estate planning • Former Chairman, Estate, • Mutual Funds • Medicaid/Nursing home planning Trust and Guardianship • IRAs • Stocks • Probate and Guardianships Committee, OCBA • Annuities • Real estate closings • Member, Knights of Columbus • Long Term Care Titusville/Cocoa Beach/Viera 1355 S. International Pkwy., Ste. 2461 • Life Insurance 321-269-1511 Lake Mary, FL 32746 • Estate Considerations Oviedo 407-732-7600 309 Colony Blvd., The Villages, FL 407-542-3965 www.ianlgildenlaw.com 352-750-9246 www.AllenderLaw.com www.edwardjones.com SENIORS ADVISOR The congregation of Our Lady of Grace Parish, Palm Bay, participates in the celebration of Mass. Parish staff applied for the Oregon Mike Reisert Catholic Press Parish Grant and will receive $1,500 to fund the For readers of the Florida Catholic: purchase of equipment that will assist with growth and facilitate full Bankruptcy Law • Employment and labor • Turning 65, do you have questions participation in music and liturgy among the Vietnamese, French, • Former Chairman, Bankruptcy • General corporate about Medicare? Polish, Spanish, Igbo, and English-speakers attending the parish. Committee, OCBA • Supreme Court Certified Circuit • Do you understand Part D? (FRANk WEBER | FC) • Author, “Bankruptcy ... Because Life Court Mediator • Is your group coverage ending upon Happens” 1188 Buttonwood Circle retirement? • Helping people in our community find Altamonte Springs, FL 32714 • Have questions/need answers about financial peace for more than 20 years 407-865-7473 Medicare open enrollment period? Oregon Catholic 816 N. Thornton Ave., Orlando Fax: 407-865-5979 407-228-1300 [email protected] Call Mike Reisert for a free consultation. www.bowenbankruptcylaw.com www.robertwraschlaw.com 321-213-7445 Parishioner, Holy Name of Jesus Press awards grant Member, Knights of Columbus DENTAL to local parish YOUR BUSINESS Andrew J. Chmelir, P.A. Attorney-at-law Robert Erdman, DDS, P.A. Katherine Laguna only adapt to their growing needs, • Criminal law, family law and We can help you! of the Florida Catholic staff but help facilitate full participation general practice Serving Central Florida for almost in music and liturgy amongst the • Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Lake 27 years with cosmetic, restorative and THIS SPACE AVAILABLE PALM BAY | When Theresa Vietnamese, French, Polish, Span- and Brevard counties implant dentistry. “Improving people’s health and lives” is our mission. Wood, liturgy director at Our Lady ish, Igbo, and English-speakers at- 351 E. State Road 434, Suite A of Grace Parish in Palm Bay, applied tending their parish. We are hon- We are committed to excellence in a (ONLY $65/MONTH WITH Winter Springs, FL 32708 caring environment. for the Oregon Catholic Press Parish ored to provide assistance so Our SIX-MONTH COMMITMENT) 407-327-8899 2578 S. Volusia Ave. Grant program months ago, she did Lady of Grace can continue to serve [email protected] Orange City, FL 32763 not fathom winning a $1,500 grant in this way.” www.jmcflaw.com 386-775-1552 for her parish. In fact, the congratu- Father Emmanuel Akalue, pas- www.RobertErdmanDDS.com latory letter remained unopened tor of the parish, is appreciative inside a parish office for an entire of the grant. “Surely it feels very week until a staff member brought heartwarming to receive the OCP it to Wood’s attention. grant,” he said. “As a struggling Attorneys-at-law “This is real. This is real,” Wood parish, we are very thrilled and Established 1976 Creating one great smile after another remembered saying. “I squealed most thankful to the donor for giv- • Contracts • Wills • Estates Dr. David J. Akkara with delight when I realized the ing our application a favorable con- • Powers of Attorney • Pain-free dentistry grant is from the application I sent sideration.” • Living Trusts and Estate Planning • Accepts most PPO plans in.” Father Akalue said the grant is in- • All Elder Law and Probate Matters • Laughing gas for ALL your visits To advertise in this directory, • Real Property • Title Insurance • Mention this ad for a New Patient Special Oregon Catholic Press is a non- valuable toward improving the par- • Foreclosures • Collections please call Jane Radetsky at profit Catholic publishing company ish’s audiovisual communication 3600 N. Formosa Ave. 1519 W. Broadway (SR 426) Orlando, FL 32804-3098 whose mission is to bring the Gos- systems. Our Lady of Grace Parish Oviedo, FL 32765 1-888-275-9953. pel of Jesus Christ to all by providing mounted projectors that are viewed 407-898-2371 407-365-5696 Fax: 407-897-3303 the finest music, worship resources on the walls behind the altar to bet- www.cloningerfiles.com [email protected] and services. For the past 13 years ter guide parishioners during Mass. www.dentistincollegepark.com the company has awarded over $2 The grant will offer the opportu- million in grants to parishes in the nity to purchase electric projector United States. It provides direct fi- screens to avoid using the walls to Ann Marie Giordano Gilden, P.A. nancial assistance and enhances showcase the liturgy. • Divorce • Collaborative Divorce The hiring of a lawyer is an important Join the Florida Catholic Business the worship experience in parishes Wood said several parishioners decision that should not be based solely upon • Custody throughout the United States. have approached her with gratitude ad vertise ments. Before you decide, ask an and Professional Network on • Paternity attorney to send you free written information LinkedIn.com Oregon Catholic Press awarded for using this high-tech feature at • Child support about his or her qualifications and experience. Our Lady of Grace with a grant due Our Lady of Grace Parish. 1355 S. International Pkwy., to the incredible services the parish “One holy day, a husband and Ste. 2461 provides. wife told me they appreciated hav- Lake Mary, FL 32746 “Our Lady of Grace was selected ing everything projected,” said 407-732-7620 for a few reasons,” said John Limb, Wood. “People joining the church [email protected] publisher. “Their need is clearly for the first time have found the pro- www.annmariegildenlaw.com connected to our mission of serving jectors to be a helpful tool in learn- a diverse and growing Church. With ing the Mass parts. We serve a mul- OCP’s financial aid, the parish can tilingual group here at Our Lady of purchase equipment that will not Grace Parish.” n A5 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015

ould that all the people of the Lord were prophets!’ ‘W— Numbers 11:29 Florida Catholic We are all called to serve as prophets DIOCESE OF ORLANDO My Sisters and Brothers in Christ, Pope Francis leaves an Vol. 76, No. 22 audience with Just this week, Pope Francis is 50 East Robinson St. religious from making an apostolic journey to the around the P.O. Box 1800 United States as he visits with us in Orlando, FL 32802-1800 world at the 407-246-4800 Fax 407-246-4942 Washington, New York and Phila- Vatican Sept. delphia. Pope Francis has been 17. He is is PUBLISHER named the “people’s pope” and he scheduled to Bishop John Noonan carries himself with a sense of hu- be in America mility and grace. As our shepherd, through Sept. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS we may rightly Teresa Lantigua Peterson 27. He will be [email protected] expect him to visiting with speak about prisoners, WRITER/PHOTOGRAPHER Jesus and the immigrants, the Katherine Laguna teaching of our downtrodden, [email protected] Catholic faith. It and also 407-246-4924 is reasonable to families at To submit a request for news coverage follow this char- the World in the Diocese of Orlando, email news@ Bishop ismatic man and Meeting of orlandodiocese.org. say that he is a Families. (PAUL John HARING | CNS) • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: prophet. Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, Noonan The role of or customerservice@theflorida prophet is not catholic.org only relegated to our Holy Father. Nor is it the role rageous. They are beacons of God’s WHERE TO WATCH Notify us of address changes (temporary of only bishops and priests. I often light in our world. Prophets become or permanent) as soon as possible. Please receive letters from people asking a blessing, a sign of hope for the re- The U.S. Conference of Catholic and video on demand as well as up- change your address online at www. Bishops’ website will provide live- to-the-minute news and photos from thefloridacatholic.org or call Tammy at me why I did not speak out about a newal of all social relations. They 1-888-275-9953. particular injustice or why I was si- evangelize, a shared responsibility streaming coverage of all events of a new app available from the USCCB. lent when a certain event occurred. of all God’s people. the Holy Father’s visit in English with The USA Catholic Church app is free • ADVERTISING: Contact Jane Radetsky at My response to these inquiries is Pope Francis said, “Within fami- audio commentary at http://www. to download at Google Play and 407-373-0075 or that I did not hear them speak out lies, faith becomes a powerful force usccb.org/live. Apple iTunes in English and Spanish. [email protected] about the particular injustice or for unity and love, and inspires a All events will also be available for Visit USACatholic.church from your • CLASSIFIED ADS: Contact Mike Carlock smartphone or tablet device. certain event. We cannot rely upon convincing witness to the Gospel. video on demand, shortly after their at 1-888-275-9953, or conclusion, at http://www.usccb.org/ In addition, Bright House Networks [email protected] one person or a few people to bring How important is this witness in forth the Gospel message. We are all our societies, so often marked by about/leadership/holy-see/francis/ “Local on Demand” Channel 999 will papal-visit-2015/papal-visit-2015- have coverage of the pope’s visit to State Offices: 50 E. Robinson St., Suite called to serve as prophets by virtue impersonalism and spiritual arid- video-on-demand.cfm. Cuba and the United States. G, Orlando, FL 32801-1619; P.O. Box 4993; of our baptism. ity! Let us pray for our families, and Orlando, FL 32802-4993; 407-373-0075; With the incredible amount of for all families, that, like the wine You can also watch live-streaming Toll-free 1-888-275-9953; Fax 407-373-0087 messages we do receive each day of the wedding feast of Cana, they EXECUTIVE & EDITORIAL STAFF: through the gift of technology, one may bring happiness, joy and the General Manager: Ann Borowski Slade person’s voice — whether it is the warmth of God’s love to our world.” additional 45 synod fathers to take Villas whose special needs speak Editorial/Online Director: Jean Gonzalez Holy Father’s or the bishop’s — can Beginning Oct. 4, Pope Francis part in the Oct. 4-25 gathering. The profoundly to us about the strength Business Manager: Pat Spencer be lost in a sea of messages which will convene the XIV Ordinary Gen- participants will draw up pastoral of faith and its effect of love upon Advertising Sales Manager: are not focused on our faith in Jesus eral Assembly of the Synod of Bish- guidelines responding to previous our heart. I encourage you to par- Jane Radetsky Copy Editor: Mary Rose Denaro Christ. Pope Francis and I need all ops on the Family, focusing on the discussions looking at the chal- ticipate in the annual celebration Social Media/Community Specialist: of your help to bring forth the Gos- vocation and mission of the family lenges facing today’s families. of thanksgiving, the Harvest Ball of Michael Carlock pel in our daily living. in the Church and in the contem- In our diocese, more than 600 Bishop Grady Villas, to be held this Advertising Graphic Designer: What does it mean for a baptized porary world. More than 360 par- people attended Faith Formation year on Oct. 17. Michael Jimenez person to be a prophet? A person is ticipants — prophets — including Day Sept. 20. They participated in May we, the people of the Lord, Advertising Assistant: Valerie Casko a prophet in the measure that he or 18 married couples from around lectures and small-group discus- be his prophets! Have a comment/want more info/ she bears the truth of God. Baptized the world, are expected to attend sions studying theology and spiritu- have a story suggestion? Leave your prophets should participate in the October’s Synod of Bishops on the ality, learning to serve as prophets. feedback at www.thefloridacatholic.org; Sacraments, study theology, spiri- Family. In addition to the 166 synod On Sept. 27, we remember St. Vin- Sincerely yours in Christ, click reader feedback button on left of tuality, and strive to wholly live holy members elected by their national cent de Paul and pray with gratitude screen. throughout all their days. Prophets bishops’ conferences, 22 heads for the evangelizing work of the staff tirelessly pass on the faith to their of Eastern Catholic churches, 25 and volunteers of the Society of St. Send statewide news releases to [email protected] family members, friends and co- heads of Vatican congregations and Vincent de Paul throughout the workers, even when it is countercul- councils, and 10 heads of men’s reli- world. We also pray with gratitude Most Reverend John Noonan Our staff meets for prayer each work day at tural or not in vogue. They are cou- gious orders, the pope appointed an for the prophets of Bishop Grady Bishop of Orlando 9 a.m. Send prayer intentions to prayers@ thefloridacatholic.org

Katherine Laguna became a reality for Kevin because of the Florida Catholic staff of the St. Cloud Police Department. “I’ve always had the dream of being ST. CLOUD | On Brown Chapel a police officer or a deputy sheriff,” Road, there’s a residential commu- said Kevin. “I became a member of nity where adults with intellectual the St. Cloud Police Department’s disabilities live as independently Citizens Academy in February. It as possible while receiving support was a lot of fun.” from staff, volunteers and the lo- Chief Peter Gauntlett said the ca- cal community. Since 2004, Bishop maraderie between both organiza- Grady Villas has shown the love of tions can serve as an example for ev- Jesus to every individual despite ad- eryone. “Our partnership with Bish- versity. op Grady Villas is a great example of During this year’s Harvest Ball our agency’s focus and commitment on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Walt Disney to community-based policing,” he World Dolphin Hotel, Bishop Grady Father Richard Walsh said. “Our great friendship with the Villas will present two honorees staff and residents has enabled our with awards: Father Richard Walsh, since its inception and is an advo- police officers to bond with and pastor of St. Margaret Mary Parish cate for persons with disabilities.” mentor such great neighbors. The in Winter Park, will receive the 2015 The St. Cloud Police Depart- St. Cloud Police Department is truly Lifetime Legacy Award, and the St. ment has shown a strong friendship honored to receive this award.” Cloud Police Department will re- through personal relationships with The Harvest Ball will also include ceive the third annual Community residents from Bishop Grady Villas, a silent and live auction, a special Service Award. according to Johnson. performance by the Bishop Grady Kevin Johnson, executive direc- “Officers have shared their time, Villas Chime Choir, live entertain- tor of the Villas, said Father Walsh’s caring and compassion through ment, dancing, and a gourmet din- dedication and his parish commu- volunteer projects, meet and greets ing experience. Proceeds from the nity’s assistance are valued at Bish- at Bishop Grady Villas, and by help- Harvest Ball will be used for the op Grady Villas. ing our resident Kevin to participate residents’ scholarship fund, which is “Father Walsh and the St. Marga- in their Citizens Academy,” said critically important to serve individ- ret Mary community have provided Johnson. “Representatives from uals who need financial assistance dedicated volunteers throughout the Police Department have been to help cover the cost of services of the years, including board mem- advocates for both adults and chil- Bishop Grady Villas. n bers, committee members and dren with disabilities throughout St. people involved in direct service to Cloud.” The Harvest Ball is open to the pub- Kevin, right, a resident of Bishop Grady Villas, spends time with a the residents of Bishop Grady Vil- Kevin has always thought the lic. Registration and additional in- member of the St. Cloud Police Department, which will be awarded las,” said Johnson. “Father Walsh work of a police officer was an inter- formation is available at http://www. the third annual Community Service Award Oct. 17 at the Harvest Ball. has been supportive of our mission esting profession. A lifelong dream bidpal.net/harvestball. Kevin is part of the Citizens Academy program with SCPD. (Courtesy) JOY OF MY VOCATION Father Benjamin Berinti, Missionaries of the Most Precious Blood In celebration of the Year of tually, I wanted to be a priest since Father Ben Consecrated Life, the Florida the age of 5, but it took me 8 years to Berinti Catholic offers a series of articles convince my parents to let me sign poses at the told by religious sisters and religious up.” Looking back on what I may or University order priests and brothers, who may not have known as a teenager, of Central will share the joy of their vocation. or what I imagined my life would be Florida campus. somewhere in the future as a Pre- (FILE PHOTO) Father Ben Berinti cious Blood priest, the only thing that makes any sense is somehow I While my journey with the Mis- knew this to be my life’s calling in sionaries of the Precious Blood be- the colorful world of my imagina- gan at the tender age of 13, nearly tion and in the deepest recesses of 44 years ago, my religious congre- my heart. Imagination and heart — gation’s story has quite a bit more both mighty tools required for liv- longevity, recently celebrating the ing the Gospel. 200th anniversary of our founding Missionaries of the Precious by St. Gaspar Del Bufalo in 1815. Blood carry out the vision of St. As a “son of Gaspar,” I am joined Gaspar serving in nearly 20 coun- through the “bond of charity,” the tries around the world through only vow we C.PP.S. profess, to a ministries in parishes, preaching, worldwide congregation of priests, reconciliation, teaching, chaplain- brothers and lay Companions, cies, retreats and renewal, and who live as witnesses to the truth cross-cultural mission work. In my that the Precious Blood of Jesus own 30 years as a priest, I’ve been offers healing, reconciliation and privileged to experience the work the Lord has blessed me with many has not been “exceptional”; I have eled by the reality that even before redemption to all. St. Gaspar once of Christ as a college professor, challenging and diverse roles. no dramatic or intriguing story of Jesus offered his Precious Blood on famously wrote, “I wish that I could preacher of missions and retreats, However the one common conversion to tell. Only the joy of the cross, he offered it at the Pass- have a thousand tongues to endear seminary formation director, par- thread through all these ministries being set down, smack dab in the over supper, simply by welcoming every heart to the Precious Blood of ish pastor, university campus min- and the life I have led as a Mission- middle of daily life, with real people others to sit at table with him. In my Jesus!” ister and residence life director, ary of the Precious Blood, what tru- trying to find ways to answer the imagination and heart to this day, I am often asked, “How did you and lay ministry formation direc- ly identifies the joy of my vocation, call of Christ to the fullness of life I am trying to do what Jesus did — know that you had a vocation at tor. One of the hallmarks of my re- is to be able to be present to God’s he offers. just be an ordinary person welcom- the age of 13, leaving home to go to ligious congregation is the ability to people in very ordinary ways. I am The joy of my vocation as a Mis- ing people to sit at the table of the seminary?” To which I answer, “Ac- serve in a variety of ministries, and not embarrassed to say that my life sionary of the Precious Blood is fu- Lord. n A7 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 CRS provides hope in midst of refugee crisis Katherine Laguna of the Florida Catholic staff

ORLANDO | During an evening of global discipleship at Holy Family Parish in Orlando, Carolyn Woo, the president and CEO of Catholic Relief Services, spoke of the refugee crisis occur- ring overseas. Countries in the Middle East are facing an intense dilemma. Syrian refugees are fleeing death by war and famine, taking refuge in countries such as Turkey and Jordan by the millions; most of them women and children. More Carolyn Woo, president of Catholic Relief Services, speaks with a local than 59 million people were dis- resident about global discipleship. (PHOtOS By KatHERiNE LaguNa | FC) placed in 2014. Most were from Syria, Afghanistan and Iraq. has established 28 Catholic schools “These schools have a really a Catholic Relief Services worker speaks with an earthquake victim Although Catholic Relief Services in Jordan, going as far as scheduling strong reputation,” said Woo. near a village in gorkha, Nepal, May 3. Carolyn Woo, president provides aid in many countries that school hours specifically for hun- “Teachers now work a second of CRS, spoke in Orlando recently about global discipleship. have few Catholics, the organization dreds of refugee children. shift in order to educate the refu- (JaKE LyELL, CRS | CNS) gee children in the area. This is critical because the Syrian cri- ent ministries within CRS. Fair have been abandoned,” said Pope sis has now lasted four years. If Trade is an example of how CRS Francis. He later added, “May children don’t go to school for helps support struggling farm- every parish and religious com- that time period, it will foster the ers around the world by achiev- munity in Europe host a refugee longtime insecurity we see now ing better trading conditions and family.” where youths are unemployable.” promoting sustainability. Catholic Relief Services is re- CRS is an international hu- CRS Fair Trade ambassador sponding to this latest phase of manitarian organization that Mike Buckler spoke of difficult the crisis by scaling up responses seeks to end poverty, hunger and tasks farmers in other countries in Europe. The organization is disease. The organization works go through in order to grow and in partnership with the Church in 101 countries, reaching 85 mil- sell their products to earn a liv- in Greece, Albania and more, lion people every year. Its mission ing. providing living supplies such Bishop John Noonan cordially invites you to the is grounded in Catholic values, “Imagine what it’s like to be as food, shelter, sleeping bags which call on all to foster com- a coffee farmer who has to walk and mats, hygiene packages and passion and dignity among the more than one hour down the clean water. world’s most marginalized peo- mountain with a 100-pound bag How can Catholics in the U.S. ple. CRS also runs an emergency of coffee beans so he can sell that help out? First, through prayers. response and recovery program bag and make a year’s wages on Second, volunteer your parish in taking part in 48 different coun- it,” said Buckler. “Fair Trade a benefiting cause such as Help- tries with 204 projects globally. helps to ensure those workers ing Hands where parishioners “Thirty-five percent of our are given a fair wage for the work pack meals that feed orphans work focuses on emergency re- they do.” and other vulnerable people. lief,” said Woo. “There are many During a general audience Through different ministries, areas around the world that are Sept. 8, Pope Francis said it is not CRS is alleviating human suffer- Tuesday, September 29, 2015 prone to natural disasters. When enough to simply encourage the ing, removing root causes and 12:10 p.m. the earthquake in Haiti hap- refugees with words of hope and empowering people to achieve pened, we were there re-estab- patience. Instead he proposed their full potential. n lishing the hospital in order to active assistance in order to tru- St. James Cathedral help the injured.” ly benefit the lives of those who 215 N. Orange Avenue, Orlando The evening of global dis- have been displaced. HOW TO HELP cipleship also hosted a panel of “The Gospel calls us to be close individuals who work in differ- to the smallest and to those who At Home Catholic Charities of Central The community is invited to join their voices in prayer for the Carolyn Florida accepts donations of gently safety of our dedicated first responders, men and women in law Woo, used household items to furnish enforcement, fire/rescue and public safety, who put their lives in center, apartments for newly arrived refugee families. These donations harm’s way for the good of our community. president and CEO help refugee families start over of Catholic in our community, giving them a Sept. 29 is the feast day of St. Michael, patron saint of fresh start, as they strive towards public safety personnel. Free parking is available at the Relief Services, self-sufficiency. Visit http://cflcc. N.W. corner of Orange Ave. and Robinson St. greets org/refugee-resettlement-program/ Please arrive early. Bishop John for more information. Noonan and Father Overseas Benjamin Catholic Relief Services is assist- Lehnertz of ing millions of displaced families Holy Family overseas and providing critical Parish at support such as shelter, education an evening and trauma counseling. Donate to of global support Catholic Relief Services’ discipleship outreach to refugees by visiting 34464-0925 at the www.crs.org and clicking “Donate parish in Now.”. Orlando. Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY A8

Immigration Services in Orlando to DIOCESAN EVENTS DIOCESAN EVENTS prepare and copy applications, call SUPPORT clients for follow-ups, send letters Helpers Mass, rosary WITH BISHOP NOONAN MINISTRIES/ to clients and interpret for clients procession: Saturday, Oct. 3, 8:30 when necessary; must be bilingual a.m., Blessed Trinity Parish, 4545 E. “Blessed are the merciful” morn- available on the corner of North Orange PEER GROUPS (English/Spanish or English/Creole). Anderson Road, Orlando. Pray for ing of reflection: Saturday, Sept. 26, Avenue and West Robinson Street. Minimum of four hours weekly. Separated and divorced: the unborn, healing for mothers 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Catholic Charities 12th annual Bishop Grady Harvest Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • Mondays, 7:30 p.m., Holy and fathers, and conversion of staff of Central Florida, 1819 N. Semoran Blvd., Ball: Saturday, Oct. 17, 6-10:30 p.m., [email protected], 407-658- Redeemer Parish, 1603 N. Thacker, and doctors. Rosary procession to Orlando. Includes prayer with Bishop John Walt Disney World Dolphin Hotel, 1500 0110. Kissimmee. Sylvester, 407-406-0707. a nearby abortion clinic follows Noonan, reflection by Deacon David Gray Mass. Contact Office of Advocacy Epcot Resorts Blvd., Lake Buena Vista. • Tax preparers for Family • Catholic Divorce Survival and Justice, advocacyjustice@ and tour of service center and lunch. For Includes silent and live auctions, special Empowerment Program in Guide, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., orlandodiocese.org. more information and to R.S.V.P., Sarah performance by the Bishop Grady Villas Lakeland and Winter Haven to Cost: $30, scholarships available; prepare federal tax returns for Rachel’s Vineyard post- Butler, [email protected], 407-579- Chime Choir, live entertainment, dancing, first Fridays, Mass and dinner, low-/moderate-income people abortion retreat: Friday, Oct. 8320. and gourmet dinner. 2015 Lifetime Legacy social; St. Margaret Mary Parish, from January to April 15, 2016. 23-Sunday, Oct. 25, San Pedro 14th annual Blue Mass: Tuesday, Award will be presented to Father Richard 526 Park Ave. N., Winter Park. Lori Free 32-40 hour training provided Center, 2400 Dike Road, Winter Reinneck, lori@stmargaretmary. Sept. 29, St. James Cathedral, 215 N. Walsh, pastor of St. Margaret Mary in October, November and org, 407-645-0284. Park. Confidential retreat offers a Orange Ave., Orlando. Blue Mass lifts up in Parish. Third annual Community Service safe, nonjudgmental environment December. Martha.Murphy@cflcc. • Coffee and conversation, prayer men and women in law enforce- Award will be presented to St. Cloud org; 863-288-7983, ext. 104. second Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Our Lady where women and men find ment, fire/rescue and public safety and all Police Department. 407-892-6078, www. healing and reconciliation. Cost: • Refugee resettlement mentors of Lourdes, 1014 N. Halifax Ave., $270; scholarships available based who serve the communities throughout bishopgradyvillas.org. in Orlando to “adopt-a-family” Daytona Beach. Terre, 386-238- on financial need. Michele Gill, Central Florida. Limited free parking to help introduce newly arrived 3631. 407-504-0677, or http://www. refugees to American culture Families with incarcerated rachelsvineyard.org/. and help them learn and practice loved ones: Soup bowl supper: Saturday, Park Assisted Living, 13798 Cygnus to help heal and support married English. [email protected]; • Third Saturdays, 8:45 a.m., St. Oct. 24, 6 p.m. St. Mary Magdalen Drive, Orlando. Bring your pets couples experiencing difficulties. 407-658-1818, ext. 1061. Mary Magdalen Parish, Mother Parish, 861 Maitland Ave., to be blessed by Father Thomas It’s also for couples who have • Furniture pickups and Teresa Room, 861 Maitland Ave., Altamonte Springs. Enjoy gourmet Wanitsky. 407-855-5391. separated or divorced and want apartment setups in Orlando: Altamonte Springs. 407-463-5780 soups from local restaurants, “Great American yard sale”: to try again. For more information Volunteers help staff pick up or email [email protected]. silent and live auctions and more. Saturday, Oct. 3, 7 a.m.-noon, and to register: 352-274-4614 or furniture and set up apartments Bereavement support groups: Benefits Pathways to Care, which Most Precious Blood Parish, 113 www.retrouvaille.org. for refugees before they arrive. Must be 18 or older and able to lift • Wednesdays, Sept. 30-Oct. provides safe place to heal for Lockwood Blvd., Oviedo. Proceeds “Joyful Again!” retreat: Oct. 21, 6:30-8 p.m., Holy Family Parish, homeless who are recovering will be shared with the Safe House 31-Nov. 1, San Pedro Center, 2400 furniture. Jennifer.Powers@cflcc. org; or 407-658-1818, ext. 1061. 5125 S. Apopka Vineland Road, from serious illness and injury. of Seminole County. Space is Dike Road, Winter Park. Two-day Orlando. Grief gathering for Tickets: $100. 407-501-1272, www. limited. 10-by-18-feet space: $20. gathering for all widowed men and • Volunteer medical anyone who has experienced the soupbowlsupper.org. Evelyn Carasquillo, 407-365-3231, women who want to resolve the professionals such as MDs, PAs, death of a loved one. Open to Respect Life Youth [email protected]. grief they feel. Retreat emphasizes RNs, OBGYNs, EKG technicians, anyone in the diocese. Conference: Friday, Oct. St. Andrew 5K college fun self-help, personal growth skills and endocrinologists, orthopedic surgeons, certified health • Blessed Trinity Parish, Building 23-Saturday, Oct. 24, Co-Cathedral run/walk: Saturday, Oct. 17, 7 personal spiritual practices. Sharon L, 5 S.E. 17th St., Ocala, multiple of St. Thomas More, 900 W. a.m.-1 p.m., Bishop Moore Catholic Groholski, 386-717-4452; Doris educators, general and nurse practitioners needed at each clinic. groups; and first Wednesdays, 7-9 Tennessee St., Tallahassee. Open to High School, 3901 Edgewater Neuzil, [email protected]. p.m. Compassionate Friends, Ocala all high school teens (grades nine- Drive. Wear college apparel in [email protected], Lazarus Free Medical Clinic in Wildwood; chapter, for bereaved families who 12) from Florida. Theme: “Every support of school’s goals of college have experienced the death of a Life Is Worth Living.” Deacon Ray and heaven. Post-race food, [email protected], St. Luke’s MASSES/PRAYER Free Medical and Dental Clinic in child. Peggy McClaskey, 352-694- Aguado, 850-435-3531, aguador@ refreshments, family fun center 2978. ptdiocese.org. and community resource center. SESSIONS Eustis; [email protected], St. • First Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m., 407-295-4230, ext. 1769; vguthrie@ Thomas Free Medical Clinic in St. Adoption program St. Stephen Parish Enrichment standrewcatholicschools.org Transitus: Oct. 3, 7 p.m., San Cloud. fundraiser: Friday, Oct. 30, 5:30-9 Center 1, Room 103, 575 Tuskawilla p.m., Eaglebrook Country Club, Pedro Center, Mary, Mother of Life Choices Women’s International family festival: God Chapel, 2400 Dike Road, Road, Winter Springs. For anyone 1300 Eaglebrook Blvd., Lakeland. Sunday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Center, a Catholic pro-life Winter Park. Commemorate with who has lost a loved one, spouse, Benefits adoption program of Basilica of St. Paul, 317 Mullally pregnancy resource center, 600 the friars of San Pedro and the parent, child or sibling. 407-699- Catholic Charities. Tickets: $50. St., Daytona Beach. Festival of E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte local lay Franciscan fraternity the 5683. Donations welcomed. 863-670- flavors and culture of more than Springs, is in need of volunteer passing of St Francis. Visit www. 6627, [email protected]. 30 participating countries including lay counselors (training provided), • Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m., St. sanpedrocenter.org/. Mary Magdalen Parish life center, 2015 Franciscan retreat: India, Philippines and Ireland. Free nurses to perform ultrasounds Mother Teresa Room, 861 Maitland Friday, Oct. 30-Sunday, Nov. 1, San admission. 386-252-5422. (training provided), administrative Ave., Altamonte Springs. Rosemary Pedro Center, 2400 Dike Road, assistance, handymen, help with St. Jude festival of baskets: Kazyk, 407-831-1212. Winter Park. Celebrates the 100th Sunday Oct. 18, 1 p.m., Holy Family VOLUNTEERS light cleaning, and receptionists. anniversary of the birth of Thomas Parish, 5125 S. Apopka Vineland NEEDED Also accepting donations of baby • Wednesdays, 7 p.m., Our Lady Merton. Retreat will explore how Road, Orlando, Hundreds of items, especially diapers and wipes. of Lourdes Parish, 201 University St. Francis of Assisi inspired Merton. baskets up for grabs during the Catholic Charities of Central Drop off during office hours. 321- Blvd., Daytona Beach. Pat Beeman, 407-671-6322. silent auction and raffles. Auction Florida seeks volunteers for the 422-4168. 386-788-7128. starts at 3 p.m. Tickets: $10-$12 following programs: at the door. Food and beverages • Semoran food pantry in COMMUNITY available. 407-363-7405. Orlando volunteers to help sort, October Fest: Sunday, Oct. 25, pack, stock and distribute food to EVENTS noon-5 p.m., St. Patrick Parish, 6803 those in need. Must be 16 or older. Oktoberfest dinner and Old Highway 441, Mount Dora. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-noon, and auction: Saturday, Sept. 26, 6:30 Music, brats, burgers, hot dogs and 1-3:30 p.m. [email protected]; p.m., Holy Cross, 12600 Marsfield free soda. Free admission. 352-383- 407-658-1818, ext. 2335. Ave., Orlando, Benefits the youths 8556. • Emergency Family Services who will attend the National clerical/administrative volunteers in Catholic Youth Ministry Conference Orlando to assist with data entry, in November. Cost: $20 per person. RETREATS/DAYS copying, filing and organization. Tina Shannon, 407-438-0990, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Julie. [email protected]. OF REFLECTION [email protected]; 407-658-1818, ext. Celebration of cultures: “Here I am, Lord” vocations 1305. Saturday, Sept. 26, 7-9:30 p.m., retreat: Saturday, Sept. 26, 9:30 • Refugee youth mentor in Most Precious Blood Parish, 113 am.-3:30 p.m., San Pedro Center, Orlando to help refugee children Lockwood Blvd., Oviedo, Food 2400 Dike Road, Winter Park. learn to speak English and learn tastings from over 20 countries. Prayer, sharing of religious sisters’ American culture. One-two hours Wrist bands: $2; drinks not vocation stories, sharing among weekly, flexible schedule. Must be included. Evelyn Carasquillo, retreatants, food and a relaxed and 21 or older [email protected]; 407-365-3231, ecarrasquillo@ enjoyable atmosphere. Cost: $15, 407-658-1818, ext. 1109. oviedocatholic.org. includes materials, breakfast, snack • Receptionist with Family 7th annual fall festival: and lunch. To register, call Sister Empowerment Program in Winter Saturday, Sept. 26, 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Kathleen Power, 407-246-4828 or Haven to answer phones, greet St. John Vianney Parish, 6200 S. [email protected]. guests, schedule appointments, Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando. Retrouvaille: a lifeline for operate copy and fax machine. Festival booths, food and bakery married couples: Friday, Oct. Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. itmes. 407-855-5391. 16-Sunday, Oct. 18, San Pedro [email protected]; 863-288- 34497-0925 Blessing of animals: Saturday, Center, 2400 Dike Road, Winter 7983, ext. 104. Oct. 3, 10 a.m., Encore at Avalon Park. Retrouvaille is a program • Secretarial support with Legal www.thefloridacatholic.org | Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 FLORIDACatholic PALM BEACH DIOCESE

New deacons of the Diocese of Palm Beach gather with Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito and diocesan leaders of the Office of Permanent Deacons moments after ordination ceremonies Sept. 12 at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola. Shown from left are Deacon Martin Serraes, episcopal delegate for permanent deacons; Deacon Raymond Neubauer; Deacon John Paul Bartalini Jr.; Bishop Barbarito; Deacon Normand Etienne; Deacon Jose Guardiario Jr.; and Deacon Dennis Demes, assistant director of permanent diaconate formation. (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC). Four men join diaconate brotherhood

LINDA REEVES men being ordained a permanent deacon by members from his parish, St. Ann in West out celebrations that gathered families and of the Florida Catholic staff Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito, along with John Palm Beach, were on hand, including a large members of parish and cultural communi- Paul Bartalini, Jr., Normand Etienne and Ray- number of people from the Filipino commu- ties. More than three dozen parishioners of PALM BEACH GARDENS | The Cathedral mond Neubauer. nity. Cristy, his wife, was also emotional at St. Helen in Vero Beach in the northern part of St. Ignatius Loyola was bustling as people Kris had traveled from California, where he times and held a tissue to catch tears. of the diocese traveled to Palm Beach Gar- made their way to seats moments before dia- resides, to attend the ordination. “He is a great Deacon Guardiario and his wife have three dens in support of Deacon Neubauer who is conate ordination ceremonies Sept. 12, but role model,” Kris said about his father. “He other children besides Kris. Kristine Mae is apparently very well loved and respected by Kris Guardiario sat quietly in a front pew ap- has always been a good role model. Living 30, Kristy Nicole is 20 and Kaye Andrea is 19. his parish. St. Helen’s pastor, Father Michael parently in prayer and deep thought. away from home now, I realize that I haven’t “It has been a long journey,” he said with a Edwards, was among the parish community “I am Jose Guardiario’s son,” said the told him enough. I am absolutely excited for smile when we talked to him moments before members on hand. 27-year-old, when the Florida Catholic ap- him.” his ordination. “This is a great day.” As a dea- Priests from around the diocese attended proached him and asked if he was a relative of Deacon Guardiario showed intense emo- con, he hopes to be “a good servant” for the ceremonies, and many if not all of the nearly one of the men about to receive the sacrament tions during ordination ceremonies and his Lord and the Church. of holy orders. His father, Jose, was one of four face lit up with happiness at times. Many Excitement and joy were felt through- Please see deacons, A2

FYI Information night to learn about diaconate program: Oct. 21, 7 p.m., St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary, 10701 S. Military Trail, Boynton Beach. Married, single and widowed men between the ages of 35 to 55 interested in becoming a permanent deacon for the Diocese of Palm Beach are welcome. Men who are interested Above, Deacon Wayne Topper, left, of St. Clare Parish should contact Lynn in North Palm Beach congratulates new Deacon Jose Powell of the Office of Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito lays hands on Guardiario moments after he was ordained. At right, Bishop Permanent Deacons at Normand Etienne and invokes the Spirit Gerald M. Barbarito lays hands on John Paul Bartalini Jr. 561-775-9540. of God upon him. during the diaconate ordination ceremony. Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY 2

Family, friends, parishioners and clergy attend the diaconate ordination Mass at The family of John Paul Bartalini Jr. sits in a front pew of the Cathedral of Marie Mercie Etienne stands with members the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola Sept. St. Ignatius Loyola in celebration and prayer as the parishioner of St. Peter in of her family during husband Normand’s 12. (PHoToS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) Jupiter becomes one of the diocese’s newest deacons. ordination to the diaconate.

in regalia adding to the grandeur of well represented by Normand and dral among all the people and ex- support him. DEACONS the event. José,” Bishop Barbarito said. perience the great diversity of the He told the Florida Catholic as a FRoM A1 As he traditionally does, Bishop Deacon Etienne was all smiles Church.” new deacon of the Church, he plans Barbarito gave a wonderful hom- before, during and after ceremo- Deacon Etienne’s wife, Marie to work in his parish where needed. ily. He said the men being ordained nies. He mingled with and greeted Mercie, sat in a front pew dressed “I will serve my parish working with 100 deacons were there in support “represent part of the great treasure people before ceremonies began. in white. At times she smiled and the youths and those who are less of their four new brothers. The men, of cultural diversity” that encom- Many from the Haitian community at other times she wiped tears of joy fortunate than others. I am looking dressed in whitevestments, pro- passes the Diocese of Palm Beach. were at the ordination in support, from her eyes as she watched her forward to being a symbol of God’s cessed into the cathedral in pairs He explained that Deacon Etienne and some families brought their husband being ordained to serve love on earth.” and then filled pews on one entire is the first Haitian to be ordained children to witness the event. the Church. New Yorker Deacon Neubauer side. as a permanent deacon here, and Parishioners from his parish, “At this point, I feel that being of St. Helen and his wife, Jan, have The diocesan choir led by di- Deacon Guardiario is the first man St. Lucie in Port St. Lucie, attended ordained will be a privilege for me,” three children: Kevin, 31, Lindsay, rector Jeanne Clark and organist from the Philippines to be ordained and Franciscan Father Mark Sza- Deacon Etienne said, “privilege in 30, and Jeffery, 26. Deacon Neu- Thomas Wilcoxson gave a wonder- to serve the diocese as a permanent nyi, pastor, was there as well. “We a sense that God calls me to serve bauer said that he enjoyed the dia- ful performance. A Haitian choir deacon. “The Haitian and Filipino have a lot of people here from the him through my Church, my broth- conate formation program that he also sang and members of the communities in our midst are great parish,” said parishioner Joe Duffy. ers and sisters in specific ministry.” began in 2010 and used words “spe- Knights of Columbus were on hand testimonies of living faith which is “It is wonderful to sit in the cathe- As deacons, the men are able to cial” and “challenging” to describe baptize, witness marriages, per- the process and program. “There form funeral and burial services were some major adjustments I had outside of Mass, distribute holy to make,” he said about changes Communion and preach the hom- and sacrifices made due to the time ily. They are also called to live holy involved for study, classes and com- lives, witness faith and pray and mitments. “I believe the Holy Spirit read Scripture daily. was working in me through that pe- Deacon Bartalini is a native of riod, guiding me.” New York City and a parishioner of When asked about his new jour- St. Peter in Jupiter. He is married to ney as a deacon, he said that he Deanna and is the father of Peter, would continue to look to God for 28, and Elisa, 26. His reserved pews guidance. “The rest of my journey as in the front of the cathedral were a deacon, I will leave up to the Holy filled with family members there to Spirit.” n

New deacons dressed in formal vestments take part in Mass celebrations Sept. 12 following their ordination. From left are Jose Guardiario Jr., John Paul Bartalini Jr., Normand Etienne and Raymond Neubauer. 33903-0925 Deacon candidates prostrate themselves before the altar in a sign of service while the Litany of Saints is sung during their ordination to the diaconate Sept. 12. 3 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Religious open doors to reveal charism Passionists of Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center LINDA REEVES FYI in North Palm of the Florida Catholic staff Beach gather St. Paul of the Cross is the founder for a photo. NORTH PALM BEACH | The of the Passionists congregation. He The emblem Diocese of Palm Beach is home to was born Jan. 3, 1694, in northern over their heart, men and women representing 46 Italy and was the second child of 16 which is pictured different religious congregations, children in his family. At the age of above, features and some are opening their doors 19 he was drawn to a life of prayer, a white cross and in response to Pope Francis’ Year of and at the age of 26 he heard the heart and words Consecrated Life and inviting Cath- call of God to organize a religious that mean the olics to visit them, get to know them, community dedicated to evangelical passion of Jesus learn about their charisms and ex- life and promoting the love of God Christ. (PHOTOS perience what they are all about. revealed in the passion of Jesus. He BY LINDA There will be an open house at died Oct. 18, 1775, at age 81 and REEVES | FC) Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Cen- was canonized June 29, 1867. His feast is celebrated Oct. 20. ter and monastery in North Palm There are more than 2,200 Pas- Beach, which is home to nine Pas- sionist men working in 56 countries sionists, said Passionist Father Pat- around the world. Nine live here rick Daugherty, an associate direc- in the Palm Beach Diocese at the nary in diaconate formation, and I tor. The property is owned by the monastery on the grounds of Our was looking for a spiritual director. Congregation of the Passion, which Lady of Florida Spiritual Center in “I fell in love with the place,” he was founded by St. Paul of the Cross North Palm Beach. The Passion- continued. “It really felt like holy in 1725. ists reach out to God’s people by ground. I could feel God’s presence “We will meet people and give providing retreats and spiritual in a special way (there). I liked it so tours,” Father Daugherty said about direction and preaching missions. much that I asked Father Paul (Wi- the Nov. 8 open house, 2-5 p.m., at They also serve in the media, erichs, director) if I could serve there the center at 1300 U.S. Highway 1. military and as hospital chaplains. after ordination. They were so kind “There may be people who have not They are dedicated to the Lord and that he and Father Pat (Daugherty) met a religious. We want them to to spreading the good news of the attended my ordination,” he said. know us.” compassion of the crucified Christ. “It’s a privilege serving at Our Lady In November 2014, Pope Francis of Florida. The Passionists and the declared that a special Year of Con- whole staff are truly holy people.” secrated Life be celebrated through- tual retreat or other program. She Father Wierichs is celebrating 10 out the world. The special year runs remembers the first time she vis- years at Our Lady of Florida. When until Feb. 2, 2016, and as part of ited the grounds that she now calls asked what makes the Passionists this special time, Catholics are en- home. unique, he said, “Our charism is couraged to join religious men and “I grew up here and always saw to help people carry their crosses. women at events they are hosting the building, but I didn’t know what We were founded by St. Paul of the A crucifix is situated at the entrance of Our Lady of Florida Spiritual and reflect on what they do and who it was,” said Albee, a native of the Cross. Here at the retreat house, Center in North Palm Beach, proclaiming the passion of Christ, a founded them. area and parishioner of St. Clare young adults, teens, older people message which Passionists are dedicated to spread through their At the beginning of the month, in North Palm Beach. “It seemed — all people for that matter — find ministry work. we visited the Passionists and met mysterious. I always wondered an atmosphere of peace. They find some of the men ages 48 to 94 who about the building.” Albee first ex- hope and healing and forgiveness, representing his dedication to DATES TO NOTE live on the property. We began with perienced the center when Father whether it’s in the sacraments or sit- spreading the message of Christ’s morning prayer at 7:15 a.m., fol- William O’Shea, pastor of St. Clare, ting down with Passionists. passion and death for sins. The Pas- Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center lowed by Mass at 7:30 a.m. in the brought a group there to pray. “Many find there is something sionists carry out the mission of is located at 1300 U.S. Highway 1 beautiful chapel on the grounds The open house is for anyone missing (in life),” he continued. their founders through their teach- in North Palm Beach. Retreats and with one wall completely filled with who has ever driven by the center “When you see surveys, people are ing, ministry and witness. Congre- programs are available for clergy, stained glass. with sprawling grounds and won- unhappy. They have the toys, but gation members strive to reach out religious, men, women, married couples, singles and people in The Masses at the chapel are dered about it or what goes on there. they’re not happy. Happiness is to people as part of their ministry, recovery programs. For more infor- open to the public during the week Members of nearby parishes are found from within and God is the helping the suffering carry their mation, call 561-626-1300 or visit and are well attended, especially invited. The Passionists have been center of life. Sitting quietly and personal crosses. www.ourladyofflorida.org. during the winter months when here since the monastery and re- opening yourself to the Holy Spirit “I come here for the strength to • Centering prayer: Wednesdays, part-time residents are here in Flor- treat house were built and dedicated will fill your soul with what we are get through the year,” said Land, 4-5 p.m., main chapel. ida from the north. The chapel is in June 1962. looking for.” who along with attending daily • Day of reflection: Oct. 7, 10 a.m.- standing room only at times. The center offers private and The center selected the theme Mass at the center has participated 2:30 p.m. “And I shall Dwell in the Jeanette Land of St. Paul of the group retreats, spiritual direction “Be Merciful as Your Father” for this in retreats there for over 20 years. In House of the Lord,” led by Passion- Cross Parish in North Palm Beach and days of reflection that include year’s retreat season coming during the past years, she has battled can- ist Father Pat Daugherty. Cost: $30. attends daily Mass there faithfully a presentation, lunch, Mass and the the special “Year of Mercy” declared cer and said her weapon is chemo, Reservations required. with her husband, Jim. “The homi- sacrament of reconciliation. by Pope Francis. It begins at the end prayer and guidance received from • Silent weekend retreat: Oct. lies are great,” she said. “They come Deacon Bob Rodriguez of St. of 2015. The season theme is based the Passionists, who help her carry 30-Nov. 1. “Be Merciful As Your alive and give you a nugget to help Thérèse de Lisieux Parish has been on words taken from Luke 6:36 and her heavy cross and give her inspi- Father,” led by the center’s retreat you live out the day.” She calls Our on the retreat team at Our Lady of are at the heart of the Passionists’ ration and hope through spiritual team. Men and women invited. Lady of Florida her “second home.” Florida for the past five years. He is mission and in keeping with the direction and programs. “Our Lady Cost: $195. Deposit and registra- According to Maggie Albee, Our one of four deacons who are Pas- emblem that they wear with a white of Florida is my spiritual home. It is tion required. Lady of Florida retreat coordina- sionist Associates, helping with the cross and heart that represents the the oasis where I find love, peace, • Open house: Nov. 8, 2-5 p.m. tor on staff for over a decade, more retreat ministry of the center. “I first mercy and passion of Jesus Christ. hope and strength for my journey,” Meet and greet the Passionist community. Refreshments. than 5,000 people visit Our Lady of learned about the Passionists back St. Paul of the Cross was the first she said. n Florida each year to attend a spiri- in 2006,” he said. “I was in the semi- to wear the emblem over his heart, Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY 4

Above, St. Joan of Arc parishioners and clergy process and sing on the streets and sidewalks of the parish Sept. 5 in honor of Our Lady of Charity, patroness of Cuba. At right, members of the Knights of Columbus Council 13051 lead a procession. (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) Catholics have great faith, love for Our Lady

LINDA REEVES large crowd. Msgr. Michael Mc- impact his trip will make. Over the lieving she would save him. When speak about family life, economics, of the Florida Catholic staff Graw, pastor, joined in celebra- last years, restrictions have slightly the fishermen joined him in prayer immigration and religious free- tions. He appeared delighted at the eased and Catholics have hope and asking for Mary’s protection, the dom during talks with government BOCA RATON | St. Joan of Arc turnout of people and expressed continue to pray for change. skies suddenly cleared and the leaders and during Mass celebra- parishioners and clergy joined the his gratitude to organizers and “Every time a pope visits, it is a seas calmed. The men found a tions and meetings in Washington, faithful in Cuba and around the planners representing the many beam of hope for Catholics to be statue of the Virgin Mary holding D.C., Philadelphia and New York. world this month in honor of Mary, different ministries and cultures able to worship and practice their the Child Jesus on her left arm and “It is great that Pope Francis will under the title of Our Lady of Char- of the parish. faith,” said Tessie O’Dea, a parish- a gold cross in her right hand float- visit the country,” Nunez said. “It ity or La Virgen de la Caridad del Members of the Knights of Co- ioner of St. Joan of Arc, who was ing in the sea near the boat. The will open even more the eyes of the Cobre, patroness of Cuba. lumbus led a procession through born in Cuba. “There is a long way statue was fastened to a board with people. It will be wonderful. It will Neisy Nunez was born in Cuba the streets and on the sidewalks. to go. Pope Francis’ visit will give a the inscription “I am the Virgin of open some channels.” but left there 30 years ago. While Four Knights carried a statue of lot of hope.” Charity.” Dominican Sister Carmen Rose she said the feast day is tradition- Our Lady of Charity on a platform The feast of Our Lady of Charity Today, faithful look to Our Lady Alvarez of St. Joan of Arc Parish ally celebrated in her country, she covered with white and yellow is officially marked on the calendar of Charity for peace and salvation was born in Cuba and left the is- recalled it was done so in a very flowers. People carried flags, in- and celebrated Sept. 8, the feast of during troubled times. Many are land over 50 years ago. She wit- inconspicuous way. The young cluding the blue, white and yel- the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin also looking to Pope Francis’ stop nessed the restrictions on practic- mother celebrated the feast at St. low Cuban flag, and the red, white Mary. The image of Our Lady of in Cuba this month as a ray of hope ing faith and the fear of the faithful Joan of Arc Sept. 5 with her hus- and blue American flag. Musicians Charity portrays Mary carrying for better times. He is the third as she diligently ministered and band, Hugo, and her children played guitars, people sang and all the Christ Child and holding a cru- pontiff to visit the communist-run worked for the Church and contin- Brandon, 12, and Victoria, 14. prayed. cifix atop a crescent moon. nation in 17 years. St. John Paul II ues to help where needed today. “This reminds you of your roots, “I want to say thank you to the The story of Our Lady of Char- was the first pope to make a visit in “I am so happy about the pope’s what we left,” she said. community,” Nunez said. “The ity stems back to 1612, when two 1998. In 2012, Pope Benedict XVI visit,” she said. “It is wonderful. St. Joan of Arc’s feast celebration beauty of this event is that every- fishermen and a slave boy named made a stop there and celebrated Things will get better there.” n was joyful, grand and attracted a one came together to organize it.” Juan were saved by Mary dur- Mass to large crowds in Havana A bilingual Mass was celebrated ing a great storm. The boy wore a and Santiago de Cuba, the island’s and a dinner followed featuring medal close to his heart with the second-largest city. Cuban food and other delicacies image of the Virgin Mary. Fearful What will Pope Francis discuss? prepared by volunteer cooks. En- that the boat would capsize in the What message will he bring to Cu- tertainment was provided. An large waves and rough seas, Juan ban Catholics and the world? In educational display was set up, prayed to the Blessed Mother be- the United States, he is expected to designed to teach people about the image of Our Lady of Charity that originated in Cuba, a nation with deep Catholic roots and over 6 mil- Broward Monument lion Catholics. Pope Francis will visit there Sept. 19. Retirement Planning Preserving the memory In 1959, the country’s leaders of your loved one declared the island an atheist state, 1227 S. Andrews Ave. shutting down religious schools, Free Portfolio review taking over Church property and Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316 putting restrictions on ministry IRAs–Tax Free Insured Bonds–Annuities PhONE: work and religious practices in the 954-523-7199 nation. Over the years, Catholics Mutual Funds–Stocks FAx: practiced their faith underground 401k, Pension Rollovers 954-761-8174 and never openly outside church 32525-0925 doors. Street processions were TOLL FREE: banned. Lou LoFranco 1-800-997-7199 A statue of Our Lady of Charity Pope Francis will visit Cuba be- Financial Advisor www.browardmonuments.com 3650 Forest Hill Blvd., Suite 1 is displayed at St. Joan of Arc fore he comes to the United States, Member SIPC Palm Springs, FL 33406 33713-0925 Sept. 5 as part of celebrations. and people are interested in hear- Tel: 561-965-0011 Cel: 561-236-0737 BRONZE – GRANITE The image is a sign of hope for ing what the leader of the Catholic faithful. Church will say and do, and what MEMORIAL and PLAQUES A5 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Each new deacon was called by name Editor’s note: The following is gram of diaconate formation cen- the homily offered by Bishop tered at the Seminary of St. Vincent Normand Etienne, Gerald M. Barbarito during the de Paul and our ordinands are tes- left, and Raymond permanent diaconate ordination timony to it. It is one of the finest in Neubauer, center, of John Paul Bartalini Jr., Normand the country and I thank Msgr. Da- stand in prayer Etienne, Jose Guardiario and vid Toups, rector of the seminary, and reflection Florida Raymond Neubauer. The Mass as well as all those involved in these during ordination was celebrated Sept. 12 at the men’s formation. ceremonies Sept. Catholic Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola We are also 12 at the Cathedral in Palm Beach Gardens. blessed because of St. Ignatius DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH Loyola in Palm our four ordi- Beach Gardens. Vol. 76, No. 22 We are blessed with another class nands represent Shown beside of fine men who will be ordained as part of the great them is Father 9995 North Military Trail permanent deacons for the Diocese treasure of cul- Kevin Nelson, one Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 of Palm Beach this morning. John tural diversity of the masters 561-775-9500 • Fax 561-630-2698 Paul, Normand, José and Raymond that encompass- of ceremonies of have prepared for this day during PUBLISHER es our diocese. LIVING THE the event, who Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito many years of study, prayer and Normand is the TRUTH IN is pastor of Holy concentrated hours of formal class. first man from LOVE Spirit Parish in DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS By their teaching and preaching, Haiti to be or- Lantana. (LINDA Dianne Laubert they will be ministers of the word of dained as a per- Bishop REEVES | FC) [email protected] God to all of us in a world that needs manent deacon Gerald that word more than anything else. for the Diocese of DIOCESAN EDITOR Barbarito Linda Reeves Most especially they will be min- Palm Beach. José that he should not have any con- from that state as well as many oth- [email protected] isters of that word by their living it is the first man cern as God’s mercy was for all and er backgrounds in our diocese adds 561-775-9528 among us. from the Philippines to be ordained he should rejoice that the men from to the richness of the people we are. My brothers, I am grateful to you as a permanent deacon for the Dio- Brooklyn were there. At the Lord’s Today is a fitting occasion to • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: for your willingness to be open to cese of Palm Beach. The Haitian direction, St. Peter admitted them. celebrate this ordination to the Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, the call of the Lord and to take up and Filipino communities in our However, the next day he went to diaconate. It is the feast of the Most or customerservice@theflorida this role of service within the life of midst are great testimonies of liv- the Lord with the frantic message Holy Name of the Blessed Virgin catholic.org the Church. I am grateful to your ing faith that is well represented by that his concern was well-founded Mary who truly is a model for all Notify us of address changes (temporary wives and families for their support Normand and José. as now they were gone. The Lord vocations and ministries within or permanent) as soon as possible. Please and sacrifices during your prepara- Now I don’t know what to say replied that he could not believe the Church. Celebrating her name change your address online at www. tion for today and as they will assist about John Paul and Raymond that the men from Brooklyn were gives us reason to reflect upon the thefloridacatholic.org or call Tammy at you in the ministry you are to carry since they are both from New York. no longer with them, but Peter in- importance of the call by name that 1-888-275-9953. out. I want to express deep grati- Being from New York myself, I think formed the Lord it was not only the God gave to Mary, to these men who tude to Deacon Dennis Demes for we may have to be careful in their men but the pearly gates as well! will be shortly ordained and to each • ADVERTISING: Contact Jane Radetsky at his dedication and competence in regard. You may recall that when I Seriously, the presence of these 407-373-0075 or Please see homily, A6 [email protected] directing the program of diaconate was installed as bishop of the Dio- men from New York and the many • CLASSIFIED ADS: Contact Mike Carlock formation in which you were in- cese of Palm Beach, I recounted the at 1-888-275-9953, or volved. I also thank Father Alfredo story of some men from Brooklyn [email protected] Hernandez who has only been with who passed on and appeared at OFFICIAL APPOINTMENTS you for a short time but has compe- the pearly gates of heaven before State Offices: 50 E. Robinson St., Suite tently and enthusiastically taken on St. Peter asking to be admitted. St. Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito has made the Effective Feb. 9: following clergy appointment announce- G, Orlando, FL 32801-1619; P.O. Box 4993; the role of directing the program of Peter anxiously went to the Lord Carmelite Father Antony Lopez to Orlando, FL 32802-4993; 407-373-0075; ments: Toll-free 1-888-275-9953; Fax 407-373-0087 formation assisted now by Deacon and informed him of their pres- parochial vicar of St. Bernadette Parish, Dennis. We have in the Diocese of ence and asked the Lord what he Effective Sept. 1: Port St. Lucie. EXECUTIVE & EDITORIAL STAFF: Palm Beach an extraordinary pro- was to do. The Lord said to Peter General Manager: Ann Borowski Slade Carmelite Father John Horan to pas- Previously Announced: Editorial/Online Director: Jean Gonzalez BISHOP’S SCHEDULE tor of St. Jude Parish, Boca Raton. Business Manager: Pat Spencer Franciscan Father Daniel Pal to Effective Dec. 18, 2014: Advertising Sales Manager: Sept. 27 — 11 a.m., Mass and bless- Oct. 4 — noon, Confirmation, St. parochial vicar of St. Lucie Parish, Port St. Jane Radetsky Lucie. Scalabrinian Father Manuel Galvan Copy Editor: Mary Rose Denaro ing of new altar, Sacred Heart Parish, Edward Parish, Palm Beach; 2 p.m., Vargas to pastor of Our Lady Queen of Social Media/Community Specialist: Lake Worth. Respect Life Sunday Life Chain, Cathe- Effective Aug. 17: Peace Parish, Delray Beach. Michael Carlock Sept. 28 — 3 p.m., Fellowship of dral of St. Ignatius Loyola, Palm Beach Advertising Graphic Designer: Catholic University Students (FOCUS) Gardens. Father Brian Campbell from paro- Effective Nov. 7, 2014: Michael Jimenez ministry team working at Florida At- Oct. 7 — 10 a.m., television Mass chial vicar of St. Joseph Parish, Stuart, to Advertising Assistant: Valerie Casko lantic University, Pastoral Center, Palm taping, Parallax Productions, West parochial vicar of Our Lady Queen of the Franciscan Father Richard Florek to Beach Gardens. Palm Beach; 11 a.m., rosary for 40 Apostles, Royal Palm Beach. parochial vicar of St. Mark Parish, Boynton Have a comment/want more info/ Sept. 29 — 8:30 a.m., Blue Mass Days for Life, 45th Street, West Palm Beach. have a story suggestion? Leave your and breakfast for law enforcement Beach. Effective Aug. 15: feedback at www.thefloridacatholic.org; Effective Nov. 3, 2014: click reader feedback button on left of and first responders, Cathedral of St. Oct. 8 — 6 p.m., Legatus Mass and Salesian Father John DiFiore from screen. Ignatius Loyola, Palm Beach Gardens. dinner meeting, Marriott Hotel, West parochial vicar of St. Philip Benizi, Belle Father Jose Crucet from parochial Oct. 1 — 11:30 a.m., Catholic Chari- Palm Beach. Glade, to parochial vicar of St. Joseph vicar of Holy Name of Jesus Parish, West Send statewide news releases to ties volunteers appreciation Mass and Oct. 10 — 9:30 a.m. and 1 p.m., Parish in Stuart. Palm Beach, to parochial vicar of the [email protected] lunch, Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Confirmation, St. Joan of Arc Parish, Salesian Father Steven Leake to pas- Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, Palm Center, North Palm Beach. Boca Raton. tor of St. Philip Benizi, Belle Glade. Beach Gardens. Our staff meets for prayer each work day at Oct. 3 — 11 a.m., Diocesan Council Oct. 11 — 11:30 a.m., 50th an- 9 a.m. Send prayer intentions to prayers@ of Catholic Women Central Deanery niversary, St. Vincent Ferrer School Effective July 1: Effective Sept. 1, 2014: thefloridacatholic.org Mass and lunch, St. Clare Parish, Mass and reception, St. Vincent Ferrer Father Chamindra Williams from pa- Franciscan Father Daniel Fink to pas- North Palm Beach; 5:30 p.m., Mass Parish, Delray Beach. All contents copyright © 2015, The Florida rochial vicar of St. Paul of the Cross Parish, tor of St. Mark Parish, Boynton Beach. and walkathon benefiting Catholic Oct. 12 — Pastoral Center closed in Catholic Inc., except stories and photos from North Palm Beach, to parochial vicar of St Franciscan Father Paul Gabriel to Charities Birthline/Lifeline, Emmanuel observance of Columbus Day. Catholic News Service. Peter Parish, Jupiter. parochial vicar of St Lucie Parish, Port St. Parish, Delray Beach. Lucie.

From A5 fied to by St. Paul in his Letter to the she gives to you, my brothers, who you will be able to remind those Holy Spirit, were still confused and Philippians. Here, Paul proclaims, are to be ordained this morning. you serve that they too are called afraid, it was Mary who held them “God greatly exalted him and be- Mary is called by name into an inti- to an intimate relationship with together by name reminding them and every one of us in our lives. stowed on him the name that is mate relationship with the Lord and the Lord. It is this personal rela- of who they were and what their The biblical notion of name is above every other name, that at the she responds accordingly. All of us, tionship that is at the core of what mission was all about. She stands a very important one for it under- name of Jesus every knee should those to be ordained as well as their the joy of life is all about. as a wonderful model as to what the stands that when we know some- bend, those in heaven and on earth families and all here present today, As you carry out your ministry, meaning of ministry is all about. It one’s name, it is much more than and under the earth, and every are called by name into that same in union with the Lord as did Mary, is not in celebrating sacraments, but simply a matter of identifying one tongue confess that Jesus Christ is relationship. you must also do so in a way that re- in celebrating sacraments with faith person from another. To know and Lord, to the glory of God the Father” As I recently read the article in minds all those you serve that they and devotion to lead others into a to pronounce someone’s name is to (Phil 2:9-11). the Florida Catholic about our four have a name — a name that makes deeper relationship with the Lord. enter into a particular relationship Mary’s name has a close signifi- ordinands, I was very impressed a difference to the Lord. Again, our My brothers, as you are about to with that person in a manner that cance to the name of the Lord. By by how each one recounted how ordinands remind us of the won- undertake, by name, a unique role mysteriously evokes who the per- knowing Mary we get to know her he heard the call of the Lord to the derful diversity of various cultural of service within the Church, look son is. Son and to enter into a real relation- ministry of the diaconate within backgrounds that is our diocese. always to Mary and she will point In the Old Testament, the name ship with him. At the beginning of his life. Each call was different but We have a multitude of people who you to Christ whom you will an- of God assumed a pre-eminent im- the Gospel of St. Luke we are told each call was personal. It was a call represent all lands and especially nounce and proclaim. The words I portance among his people. Since that the Angel Gabriel was sent by not only to a ministry of service, the poor and the vulnerable. It is es- will speak to you when I hand you a name carries the power of the God to a virgin and that “the vir- but one to an intimacy with the sential for you to remind everyone the Book of the Gospel today are person, the name of God was to be gin’s name was Mary” (Lk 1:27). Lord as the means by which that that their name has been chosen by words fully lived by Mary, “Receive spoken with respect and given the She was greeted as one who had the service would be carried out. The God and that Christ died for each the Book of the Gospels whose same reverence as God himself. In Lord with her and who was highly recognition of this call is what em- and every one of them. This is what bearer you are. Believe what you the New Testament, the name of Je- favored by God. From that moment powered the prophet Jeremiah in gives them meaning and dignity. read, teach what you believe, and sus Christ was equal in holiness and on, Mary is the one who exemplifies the first reading today. My broth- After the resurrection of Christ, practice what you teach.” By living power to the name of God himself. what a true relationship with her ers, it is essential for you to real- Mary had a special ministry to holy orders in this manner, you will Jesus’ name gave power to heal and Son is all about and who treasured ize that your ministry will only be the apostles. She was the one who continue to respond to the call by perform miracles, to forgive sins, to his words and actions in her heart. as effective as your relationship is shared with them all that she name, which God has given to you exorcise and to baptize. The supe- She proclaimed her Son by living with the Lord. The more you daily treasured in her heart. While the and to support others in that same riority of Jesus’ name is well testi- his word and that is the great lesson hear his call by name, the more apostles, until the coming of the call to them. n A7 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015

Newsbriefs RELIGIOUS GATHERING Cross Catholic program is Sept. 30. For informa- ate of Cardinal Newman High tion, visit www.BoxOfJoy.org, call School in West Palm Beach, spent Outreach giving 1-800-914-2420 or email BoxOfJoy@ part of her summer walking 550 CrossCatholic.org. miles along the St. James Way. Also program launches known as the Route of Santiago de Cross Catholic Outreach, a non- Students receive Compostela, it leads to the shrine profit relief and development or- of the apostle St. James in the Ca- ganization, kicked off its Box of Joy backpacks thedral of Santiago de Compostela giving program this month. Dead- First- and second-graders of in Galicia in northwestern Spain, line to register for participation is Sacred Heart School’s William B. where the remains of the saint are Sept. 30. The program is designed Finneran Montessori Academy re- buried. Murphy was accompanied to encourage Catholic parishioners ceived new backpacks filled with by her brother, Michael. and students to buy simple items an array of school supplies at the The trip took 38 days and the and organize small Christmas gift beginning of the school year. The two hikers carried supplies, food boxes for poor children from fami- donation was part of an annual and gear in backpacks. The hike lies struggling to live day to day in community service project by do- started June 21 in the town of St. Religious women of the Diocese of Palm Beach gather in prayer Haiti and Guatemala. Chances are nors of the Atlantis Golf Club in At- Jean Pied de Port, France. The sib- with religious men and order priests Sept. 13 at St. Edward good that the children may have lantis. As part of the project, back- lings walked along the trail start- Parish in Palm Beach. The evening prayer gathering was part of events taking place here in the diocese for the worldwide never experienced the joy of receiv- packs are purchased by participating in France, crossing the border Year of Consecrated Life declared by Pope Francis. Faithful from ing a present or gift at Christmas- ing members and filled with school and continuing across northern around the diocese were invited, and Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito time. supplies, which can often exhaust Spain. The pilgrimage averaged also attended. A reception followed with a preview of a new The program is for children be- family budgets at this time of the about 15 miles a day. They met a 30-minute movie titled “Rooted in Love,” which highlights local tween the ages of 2 and 14. Cross year. The packs and supplies are variety of local people along the religious and their ministries throughout the diocese. The movie, Catholic supplies pre-printed shoe- given to local schools. In August, At- way and pilgrims on the trail from made possible by St. Edward Parish Women’s Guild, was produced boxes to pack gifts, or any small lantis Golf Club members Len and all over of the world. Many take the by the diocesan Commission for Religious and filmed by Parallax shoebox or plastic box can be used. Janet Leininger, and Tom McEniff trip each year as a retreat to grow Productions in West Palm Beach. The production is now available Suggested gift ideas include cray- delivered the gifts to Sacred Heart spiritually and to meet the chal- for presentations in parishes. (LINDA REEVES | FC) ons, small toys, flip-flops, hygiene in Lake Worth. The backpacks are lenges along the way. items and T-shirts. Donors could designed with movie and cartoon “Walking the Camino without also use the nonprofit’s website — characters, and were well received knowing exactly what was coming www.boxofjoy.org — to “Create-A- by the youngsters. next, or where I would eat, or where this year. “Life on the Camino is what’s really important. There are Box,” in which volunteers pack a I would sleep, I have been reminded simple,” she said. “Wake up, pack so few things that I actually need box on the sponsor’s behalf. Teacher walks the to trust in God with the little things your belongings in your backpack to be happy and fulfilled.” Murphy Members of the clergy or laity as well as the big things in my and start walking. Everything you is a graduate of the University of can sign up to be Box of Joy project way of St. James life,” said Murphy. Completing the have and everything you need is Florida. She is celebrating 11 years leaders to encourage the service West Palm Beach native Kather- Camino was on her bucket list and in your backpack. Taking this les- as a teacher at Rosarian Academy, a work. The deadline for Box of Joy ine Murphy, a fourth-grade teacher she hopes to share some of what she son back with me encourages me private Catholic school operating in project leaders to register for the at Rosarian Academy and gradu- has learned with her fourth-graders to keep things simple and focus on the Diocese of Palm Beach. 31639-1219 33682-0924 Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A8

Pray the rosary for life: Produced by the diocesan Office of a broken marriage. For the DIOCESAN EVENTS FYI Saturdays, 9-10 a.m., sidewalks of Communications. Questions: recently separated and divorced To find more information on events, just north of the Wellington www.diocesepb.org/tv-Mass or Respect Life Sunday events: and those divorced for many Regional Medical Center, 10101 561-775-9529. To support the Oct. 4 throughout the United please visit www.diocesepb.org/ years. Sponsored by Office Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. All televised Mass or to request a States. Day of pro-life events events or www.catholiccharitiesdpb. of Marriage and Family Life. invited to pray for the end of free Mass missal: 561-775-9529 or to pray for the unborn and org/events. Registration suggested; space abortions. 561-784-0689. Office of Communications, 9995 bring awareness to the pro-life limited. 561-632-2689 or 561-818- N. Military Trail, P.O. Box 109650, movement to end abortion. 4728. For program information Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410. For event information: Catholic Papes, chaplain of St. John and locations, 561-775-9557. Paul II Academy in Boca Raton. RETREATS/DAYS Catholic radio stations are Charities Respect Life office, 2015-2016 School of Cemetery’s memorial garden will available through the Internet 561-360-3330; dkazimir@ Christian Formation classes: be blessed following Mass. 561- OF PRAYER and application downloads: catholiccharitiesdpb.org; www. Classes and programs offered 793-0711. WPBV FM (98.3 FM, www. diocesepb.org. in English and Spanish. To Our Lady of Florida wpbvradio.com); WJPP (100.1 • 1:30 p.m., procession from Permanent deacon learn more about locations and Spiritual Center: Retreats and FM, www.wjppfm.com); St. Joan of Arc Parish, 370 information night: Oct. 21, schedules, visit www.diocesepb. programs available for clergy, and WDMC (920 AM, www. S.W. Third St., Boca Raton, to 7 p.m., St. Vincent de Paul org/schools-of-christian- religious, men, women, married divinemercyradio.com). Sanborn Park, 72 N. Federal Regional Seminary, 10701 S. formation or call 561-775-9544. couples, singles and people Military Trail, Boynton Beach. Pro-life radio talk show: Highway, Boca Raton, followed Catholic Charities: in recovery programs. Season by presentations and prayer. Vespers, presentation and tour theme: “Blessed are you.” Mondays, 2 p.m.; and Saturdays, • Rosary gathering: First Organized by St. Joan of Arc of the seminary. Men aged 35-55, Reservations required except 11 a.m., Catholic radio station Saturdays, 9 a.m., near the Knights of Columbus Council married, widowed or single. 561- when stated. Location: 1300 WJPP FM (Prince of Peace 100.1 Presidential Women’s Center in 13051 and Columbiettes, and 775-9540, www.diocesepb.org/ U.S. Highway 1, North Palm FM). “CrossRoads” is a one-hour West Palm Beach, 100 Northpoint public advocacy and respect life diaconate. Beach. 561-626-1300 or www. program featuring commentary, Parkway, West Palm Beach. Led ministries of parish. 561-392- Annual Grandparents ourladyofflorida.org: news, features and guests from by Catholic Charities of the 0007. Pilgrimage Mass: Oct. 24, 4 • Centering prayer: the local area and from across p.m., Cathedral of St. Ignatius Diocese of Palm Beach Respect the nation. Hosted by Anne • Life chains: Oct. 4, to pray Life Office. 561-360-3330. Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m., main for respect of life and the end of Loyola, 9999 N. Military Trail, chapel. Lotierzo and Duane Berreth, directors of the Pregnancy Care abortion. Palm Beach Gardens. Main • Day of reflection: Oct. 7, 10 Center in Fort Pierce and Stuart. 2 p.m., Cathedral of St. celebrant: Bishop Gerald M. a.m., “And I shall dwell in the COMMUNITY Listeners may tune in online at Ignatius Loyola, 9999 N. Military Barbarito. Concert with songs house of the Lord.” Presenter: www.wjppfm.com. Trail, Palm Beach Gardens. by children followed by Mass. EVENTS Passionist Father Pat Daugherty. Gathering on the sidewalk near Sponsored by Office of Marriage Cost: $30. Reservations required. Women of Grace ministry and Family Life and the local program is seeking volunteers the cathedral and Military Trail. Blue Mass: Sept. 29, 8:30 a.m., • Silent retreat: Oct.30-Nov. chapter of the International to facilitate study programs 2 p.m., Stuart, on U.S. Highway Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, 1, “Be merciful as your Father.” Grandparents Association. 561- for English-speakers and also 1 between Roosevelt Bridge and 9999 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach Led by retreat team. Cost: 775-9557, [email protected]. for Spanish-speakers. Training Baker Road. Gardens. Main celebrant: Bishop $195. Deposit and registration Workshops for Gerald M. Barbarito. For law sessions are held at St. Joan of 2 p.m., Delray Beach, near the required. extraordinary ministers of enforcement and emergency/ Arc Parish ministry buildings, intersection of Federal Highway • Day of reflection: Nov. 4, holy Communion: For both safety personnel. 561-601-7896, 319 S.W. Third Street, Boca and Linton Boulevard. Organized 10 a.m., “Our human suffering new and experienced ministers. 561-775-9529. Raton. Registration: Martha by St. Vincent Ferrer Parish. and the God of love.” Presenter: Call parish office to make Rosary prayer service: Oct. Nicolli, 561 212 8673 or mnicolli@ 2 p.m., Delray Beach, at the Dominican Sister Roberta Popara. reservations with the diocesan 1, 7 p.m., St. Helen Parish, 2000 womenofgrace.com. corner of Atlantic Avenue and Cost: $30. Reservations required. Liturgy Office. 20th St., Vero Beach. Candelight Parish nurse meetings: Highway 441. Organized by Our • Day of reflection: Dec. • Oct. 24, St. Paul of the Cross procession of children and parish Open to all registered nurses Lady Queen of Peace Parish. 2, 10 a.m. “The Incarnation: 10970 Jack Nicklaus Drive (State ministry representatives. Rosary interested in health ministry. What does it mean?” Presenter: 2 p.m., Royal Palm Beach, Road A1A), North Palm Beach. recitation, special hymns. Guest For dates, time and locations, Passionist Father Paul Wierichs. at the intersection of Royal English. Deadline: Oct. 22. speakers: Father John Pasquini, call Catholic Charities, Interfaith Cost: $30. Reservations required. Palm Beach Boulevard and • Nov. 21, Ascension Parish, pastor of St. John of the Cross Health and Wellness, 561- Okeechobee Boulevard. 7250 N. Federal Highway, Boca Parish, Vero Beach; and Gerri • Advent day of reflection: 345-2000, ext. 256; or email Organized by Our Lady Queen of Raton. English. Deadline: Nov. Rorick, executive director of Dec. 19, 10 a.m. Led by wellness@catholiccharitiesdpb. the Apostles Parish. 19. the Women’s Care Center, Vero Dominican Sister Roberta Popara org. 2:30 p.m., 4500 S. Dixie Beach. and Deacon Dennis Demes, Charitable giving Diocesan parenting director of diocesan permanent Highway, West Palm Beach. Parish and school guidelines: The bishops program: Visit www.diocesepb. deacon formation program. Organized by St. Juliana Parish. anniversary celebration and of Florida have developed org/family or call the diocesan Concludes with 4 p.m. Mass. Memorial Mass to celebrate Mass: Oct. 11, 11:30 a.m., St. charitable giving guidelines of Office of Marriage and Family Cost: $30. Reservations required. life: Oct. 10, 10 a.m.-noon, Our Life for information about Vincent Ferrer, 840 George appropriate and inappropriate Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery, upcoming programs, 561-775- Bush Blvd., Delray Beach. Main • New Year’s Eve reflection organizations/foundations. 10941 Southern Boulevard, 9557. celebrant: Bishop Gerald M. and celebration: Dec. 31, 6 Please visit www.diocesepb. Royal Palm Beach. All are invited Barbarito. Parish celebrates 75 p.m. Led by retreat team with org, click on giving and then Divorce survival ministry presentation by Passionist to pray for the unborn with program: Parishes in the years and school turns 60. 561- charitable giving guidelines. representatives of Catholic 276-6892. Brother Ed Hall. Registration Protection of Children Diocese of Palm Beach. 12-week followed by dinner. Presentation, Charities Respect Life Ministry. Fall festival: Oct. 24, 11 a.m.- and Young People: The program features 30-minute sacrament of reconciliation, Main celebrant: Father Joseph 10 p.m., St. Joseph School, 1200 Catholic Diocese of Palm Beach DVD segments on challenges Mass and midnight party. Cost: E. 10th St., Stuart. Food, rides, is committed to the safety and $80 per person for overnight games, raffles and indoor craft protection of all children and accommodations; $60 per person Community Business Directory fair. 772-287-6975. vulnerable adults in its care. for evening only. Reservations Victims of abuse are encouraged International festival: Oct. required. 25, 1-5 p.m., St. Mark Parish hall, to contact the diocesan victim ATTORNEYS 643 St. Mark Place, Boynton assistance coordinator Theresa Beach. Features parishioners’ Fretterd, 561-801-0999, to favorite family foods of various ANNOUNCEMENTS begin necessary emotional, cultures. Donation: $15. All psychological and spiritual St. Augustine relic exhibit: healing. For more information William E. Boyes invited. Entertainment provided. Through Sept. 30, Cathedral 561-752-2988 on diocesan policies and John Farina Basilica of St. Augustine, 38 procedures for reporting abuse Ascension young adults Boyes & Farina, P.A. (Then the Florida Catholic Cathedral Place, St. Augustine. as well as to view the USCCB group meeting: Mondays, 7 • Wills, trusts and guardianship Relic of St. Augustine of Hippo “Charter for the Protection is perfect for you!) p.m., St. Patrick Parish, 13591 litigation on loan from the Vatican as of Children and Young Prosperity Farms Road, Palm • Estate and trust planning and part of the diocese’s 450th People,” visit www.diocesepb. Beach Gardens. All young administration Monthly listing for anniversary. Pilgrimages welcome org and click on Offices/Safe adults are invited and welcome. 3300 PGA Blvd., Suite 600 and group arrangements are Environments. 561-626-8626 or nicole@ Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 available. 904-824-2806 or stpatrickchurch.org. [email protected]. 561-694-7979 only $55 Prayer gathering: Fridays, 561-694-7980 World Meeting of Families: 9:45 a.m., and Tuesdays, 3 p.m., MASSES/PRAYER [email protected] Sept. 22-27, Philadelphia. 8177 Glades Road, Boca Raton. Daily Mass, devotions, keynote SESSIONS www.boyesandfarina.com 1-888-275-9953 Pray with others for the end of addresses, breakout sessions and abortion. 561-347-1636. youth conference. Sponsored Charismatic praise and The hiring of a lawyer is an important decision that Contact Jane Radetsky: Prayer gathering: Fridays, by the Pontifical Council for worship meeting: Tuesdays should not be based solely upon ad vertise ments. 407-373-0075 5 p.m., on the sidewalks near A the Family. Theme: “Love Is Our 7 p.m., St. Jude Parish, 21689 Before you decide, ask an attorney to send you free Toledo Road, Boca Raton. Main written information about his or her qualifications [email protected] Woman’s World Medical Center Mission: The Family Fully Alive.” and experience. that offers abortion services, 503 Visit by Pope Francis Sept. 26, celebrant: Carmelite Father Join us on LinkedIn.com S. 12th St., Fort Pierce. Treasure 27. For event information: www. Richard Champigny. Healing Florida Catholic Business and Coast rosary group leads worldmeeting2015.org. Mass last Tuesdays. 561-392- Professional Network rosary recitation for the end of Sunday televised Mass 8172. abortion. 772-465-8298. airs 9 a.m. on CW34 WTVX. www.thefloridacatholic.org | Sept. 25-oct. 8, 2015 FLORIDACatholic VENICE DIOCESE A new pArtnership FYI

The Institute for Catholic Studies and Formation will begin a new season of free Wednesday morning video-conferencing series available at eight centrally located sites throughout the Diocese. The first in the series is Oct. 7 with Bishop Frank J. Dewane as the speaker on the topic of “The Sunday Gospel.” Fu- ture topics will include Scripture, the life of specific saints, liturgy, spirituality and liturgical seasons. Each of the weekly sessions begins at 9 a.m. and continues for approximately 90 minutes. Attendees The Institute for Catholic Studies and Formation in Lake Suzy, near Port Charlotte. can go to any location they choose and need not participate in each session. There is no obligation to attend every session, and each session will be available within a few Catholic institute joins forces with weeks as part of an online library on the Institute’s website at institute-dov.org. For video-conferencing locations or for a complete schedule of topics and presenters, visit institute-dov.org or call 941-766- Franciscan University of steubenville 7334. Parishes that subscribe to the Institute receive BoB Reddy dents who have been accepted at FUS. In fall parishioners access to the more than 13,000 a user name and password which enable all their of the Florida Catholic staff 2016, the Institute will begin offering gradu- books and DVDs of the Anne Nevins Dioc- parishioners to access the weekly sessions through ate-level courses for the Master of Arts in Cat- esan Library. Through a link on the Venice the Diocesan website while at home, on their iPads PORT CHARLOTTE | During the past echetics and Evangelization program, which Diocese website, parishioners may peruse the or through other smart technology. year, the Institute for Catholic Studies and will consist of on-site and video-conferenced online catalog, reserve a book and have it sent Formation has been working to establish a courses through the Institute as well as online to them free of charge. Then they may return UPCOMING SESSIONS new partnership with a nationally known courses through the university. the item to the book return outside the library Oct. 14: Father Eric Scanlan, “Friendship with university in order to offer graduate courses The benefits to registering with the Insti- or send it back for minimum book postage. Christ: The life and prayer of St. Teresa of Avila.” here in the Diocese of Venice. tute include: Background of the partnership started in Oct. 21: Father Casey Jones, “The Mission of the After much diligent work and many meet- • Students will save 30 percent by taking 2014, when the Blessed Edmund Rice School Church in the Acts of the Apostles.” ings, that effort between the Diocese of Ven- courses through the Institute. for Pastoral Ministry changed its name to the Oct. 28: Father Leo Smith, “Who You Are is How ice and Franciscan University of Steubenville, • Students will learn from trusted Catholic Institute for Catholic Studies and Formation. You Pray.” Ohio, is now a reality. scholars associated with an accredited uni- At the same time, the 20-year relationship Nov. 4: Father George Ratzmann, “Conscience “Franciscan University is held in particu- versity. with Barry University ended. As a result, an Formation: Sin and Reconciliation.” larly high esteem throughout the country, • Students will be able to participate in introductory inquiry was put out to Francis- Nov. 11: Father Jim Simko, “The Stone Tablets.” and the partnership between the Catholic In- Franciscan University webinars, wikis and can University of Steubenville to determine stitute and Franciscan University should be podcasts as well as listen to recorded lectures. interest in a partnership with the Institute Nov. 18: Eric Sammons, “Preparing for Advent.” celebrated as a historic event,” Bishop Frank • Students will receive dedicated academ- in offering degree courses in the university’s J. Dewane said. “To date, no other Diocese in ic, administrative, and technical support Master of Arts in Catechetics and Evangeliza- the United States has been able to secure such from Institute professors and staff. tion program. can University and the Diocese developed a an arrangement with (Franciscan University). In recent years, many have expressed con- An invitation was extended to Kleinlein partnership agreement. This is a testament to the confidence of (the cerns about the need for qualified laypeople to meet with appropriate interested parties. Among the items agreed upon include: university) in the Diocese’s ability to teach a in the Parishes. This effort will enable direc- In October 2014, she met with university of- • All students will register with FUS to de- genuine and evangelizing Catholic faith.” tors of religious education and catechists, ficials, including Vice President of Academic termine eligibility for entrance into the Mas- Dr. Kathy Kleinlein, President of the In- young adult directors and teams, directors of Affairs Dr. Daniel Kempton, Chair of the ter of Arts in Catechetics and Evangelization stitute, said the new affiliation will open up RCIA and directors of adult faith formation, as Theology Department Father Dan Pettit, in- program. a partnership that will benefit the faithful of well as anyone wanting to supplement their coming Chair of the Theology Department • The Institute will offer all required pre- the Diocese of Venice for years to come. education at the graduate level, to receive Dr. Stephen Hildebrand, Vice President for requisites. “This is an important milestone for the theological training and professional devel- Enrollment Joel Recznik, and Bob Rice, who • The Institute will also begin offering mas- Institute and the Diocese,” she said. “The opment on the graduate level. serves as head of the Master of Arts in Cat- ter’s level courses in the Master of Arts in Cat- Diocese has been rewarded with a unique The Catholic Institute’s focus is faith for- echetics and Evangelization program. Rice echetics and Evangelization program in 2016. partnership after a process started more mation of adults for working in the parishes had previously offered one of the courses in • These courses will be at a steep discount than a year ago when we began searching for throughout the Diocese. It will offer a diplo- the Diocesan Certificate of Youth Outreach from those offered online through Franciscan an academic partner whose courses would ma program that will mirror content classes program. He vouched for the high caliber of University. serve Diocesan needs, which include better in the graduate program. Any parishioner is instructors, the quality of the courses offered • Prerequisite courses will begin in January preparing Directors of Religious Education eligible to take courses in this program, in- to students and the welcoming nature of the 2016. n and Youth Directors to serve their parishes. cluding those without a degree. Parishioners Diocese to university participation in the Rice Franciscan University of Steubenville is that who subscribe to the Institute may take these School programs. For more information about the Institute ideal partner.” courses at a discount. Discussion centered on what the Institute for Catholic Studies and Formation call In January 2016, the Institute will begin of- In addition, parishes that subscribe to the did in the past to offer advanced courses. Be- 941-766-7334 or visit http://institute-dov. fering prerequisite courses for Diocesan stu- Institute at a low fee are able to offer their tween November 2014 and July 2015, Francis- org. Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A2 Women, men religious gather with Bishop

BoB Reddy caught up with each other, while Sister Carmella of the Florida Catholic staff religious who might be new to the DeCosty, Diocese were able to make new Sisters of the SARASOTA | In what is becom- friends. Holy Names ing an annual occasion, the men The goal of the Year of Conse- of Jesus and and women religious from across crated Life is to reflect on the role Mary, Diocesan the Diocese of Venice came togeth- men and women religious have in Director of er for an evening of relaxation and a the Church. The celebration takes Religious, renewed sense of community. place in the context of the celebra- speaks with The evening was a special “thank tion of the 50th anniversary of the men and you” from Bishop Frank J. Dewane Second Vatican Council. women to the religious of the Diocese in A Mass for the Year of Con- religious particular for their commitment secrated Life, organzed by the gathered for an and for all that they do. The infor- Bishop’s Office, will be celebrated appreciation mal evening took place Sept. 18 at Oct. 31, 11 a.m., at Epiphany Ca- dinner at the Bishop’s residence in Sarasota. thedral, 310 Sarasota St., Venice, Bishop Frank The invitation was also part of as thanks for the gift of consecrat- J. Dewane’s the ongoing celebration of the Year ed life. Bishop Dewane invites the home in of Consecrated Life, a year declared faithful to join him at the Mass to Sarasota. by Pope Francis, which began in show their support for all women (PHOTOS Advent 2014 and will continue until and men religious in the Diocese of BY BOB early 2016. Venice, as they are living witnesses REDDY | FC) While there were many religious for Christ. This day offers an oppor- unable to attend because of ongo- tunity to honor them for giving their life, he added. They work tirelessly ing commitments, approximately lives in consecration to Jesus Christ. in their commitment to the people 70 men and women religious were A reception will follow in the parish they serve each day. They do it in able to attend. The large gathering hall. service to faithful of the Diocese in made the event particularly special, According to Vatican statistics, honor of God. said Sister Carmella DeCosty, Sis- there are nearly 1 million people Men and women religious ters of the Holy Names of Jesus and living religious within the Church. served in multiple capacities for Mary, Diocese of Venice Director of Unlike other Christian denomina- the Diocese throughout the early Religious . tions, the Catholic faith invites peo- years, providing a much-needed “It is not often when so many re- ple to live as brothers, monks, nuns supply of support for the growing ligious women and men can get to- and priests under vows of chastity, area when the numbers of Dioc- gether to interact with each other,” poverty, and obedience. With only a esan priests were still quite low. Sister Carmella said. “The reality is few exceptions, no other Christian Today they continue to serve par- that the priests, brothers and sisters denomination asks such lifetime ishes, schools and charities in a are spread throughout the Diocese devotion. number of capacities, including of Venice, so getting many together Bishop Dewane said it is an hon- as school teachers, religious edu- can be difficult. It is also true that or and privilege to have the men cators, elder care providers, social religious women and men are of- and women religious present, but in workers and much more. ten very busy doing what they have particular during this Year of Con- New to the Diocese in 2015 are Men and women religious gather for an appreciation dinner at Bishop dedicated their lives to do — serv- secrated Life. “I thank you for your two priests from the Missionaries Frank J. Dewane’s home Sept. 18 in Sarasota. ing the people of God.” She went service, commitment and dedica- of Compassion. Both are from India on to thank Bishop Dewane for his tion to the Diocese of Venice,” he and serve Catholic Charities at Gua- Missionary of Compassion Fa- serve in areas he has yet to explore hospitality and kindness toward said. dalupe Social Services and the Casa ther Boban Kollapalli said it was ex- in his short time in Florida. “It’s the men and women religious of The religious in the Diocese are Maria soup kitchen in Immokalee, citing to part of the Diocese of Ven- wonderful to see so many, and they the Diocese. a vibrant group of men and women while also assisting at Our Lady of ice and to formally meet the other represent their different religious So it was that many old friends who reach all aspects of the faith Guadalupe Parish. men and women religious who orders so well,” he said. n Get the word out with Florida Catholic • Basics of arthritis pain • Surgical and non-surgical treatment Job listings are accepted for • Minimall invasive surgical treatment publication in print and also • Anterior Hip Replacement listed on our website. • What to expect before, during and after surgery Starting at $28 • Partial and ACL sparing knee replacement Visit jointimplant.com for seminar dates and to reserve your seat. Hiring at your

Board Certified (AOBOS) Orthopedic Surgeon church or school? Specializing in Joint Replacement and Reconstruction of the Hip and Knee For more information, contact our advertising department at [email protected]@thefloridacatholic.org 34045-0925 34073-0925 1-888-275-9953 www.thefloridacatholic.org A3 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Singer finds God in music Nadia Smith dating, they decided to get married bum. With her family’s encourage- Special to the Florida Catholic and move to her husband’s home- Singer ment and her faith community be- town in Oregon. Maritza hind her, she launched a fundraiser CAPE CORAL | Local singer Once in the U.S., Cedeño got in- Cedeño, to produce the album and made it a right, of Maritza Cedeño is no stranger to volved with her parish choir, served reality last year. St. Andrew music. Although she started out as a bilingual cantor and eventu- Parish in Cedeño returned to Ecuador to as a secular musician in her native ally became the music director. Her Cape Coral, record the album, hoping to call country of Ecuador, God has led her parish community became her sec- is seen with upon the artistic influence of her to offer her talents at the service of ond family. international Latin roots. There she worked with the Catholic Church in the United “I was a cradle Catholic until I singer Tony producers and musicians who were States, most recently in the Diocese moved to the States,” she said. “My Melendez. longtime friends and colleagues. of Venice. That journey not only husband and his family are very (COURTESY) The album took eight months to has deepened and strengthened Catholic, but I didn’t always go to produce and touches upon daily life her faith, it has culminated in the Mass on Sunday. When we moved struggles with a Christian perspec- release of her bilingual Christian to Oregon, we started going to Mass tive. It also contains some tradition- album “Un Paso de Fe/A Leap of every Sunday. We didn’t talk about al Catholic hymns. Since its release, Faith.” it, it just happened. My faith deep- Cedeño has performed with Tony Cedeño began singing at the ened.” Melendez, the international Catho- tender age of 5 years old. By age During that time she continued lic singer born without arms. 13, she was in her first of three to work on her secular music, re- Her hope is that “those who lis- professional bands. During her leasing a Spanish rock album called ten to my songs will feel the joy and elementary and high school years “Dulce Veneno” in 2008, comprised also works part time as the parish Mass,” she said. “It’s what got me love of God in their lives,” she said. she entered and won several sing- of original love songs. Although the receptionist. through.” “There is a song for each individual, ing competitions that led to radio idea of doing a Christian album had Both parishes have been a spiri- Then at St. Andrew, she devel- whether they are looking for heal- shows and other performances. By been in the back of her mind for sev- tual support to Cedeño since her oped new friendships through the ing, praising, contemplation or sim- age 20, she had launched her solo eral years, the timing was not right. move two years ago. “Resurrection school community that welcomed ply a closer relationship with God.” career with a following that kept The couple had planned on and St. Andrew have allowed me to her, and later she found a similar Cedeño admits that at first she her busy performing in concerts moving back to Ecuador, but they be a cantor for Sunday Masses, fu- welcome at Resurrection, where was concerned about how the al- and special events throughout the could not agree on the logistics, nerals, Eucharistic adoration and the family is registered and attends bum would be received by those country. so they decided to move to Florida special holiday celebrations. They Sunday Mass. Since making Fort who followed her secular music. “I come from a family of musi- as a compromise, finding there have been generous by providing Myers her new home, Cedeño be- “In the end I know it was God’s cians,” she said. “Our family gath- the tropical weather they wanted. opportunities for me to grow spiri- came a member of the Fort Myers will for this album to happen and erings always included singing with That move led them to Fort Myers. tually and professionally,” she said. Mastersingers performing at the I just had to trust Him,” she said. guitars.” It also brought them to their new For her, the welcome, love and Barbara D. Mann Performing Arts “This album is a way for me to tell Her career took a turn when she parish, the Church of the Resur- support she found in both parishes Hall and has continued singing at the world that I am a proud Catho- met her husband, Micah Smith, an rection of Our Lord in Fort Myers, was an answer to prayer. “Moving special events. lic.” n American studying abroad in Ec- and to St. Andrew Parish in Cape to Florida was the biggest challenge As her faith continued to deepen, uador. The two met through mutual Coral, where her daughters attend to me spiritually. I felt so lonely. she also felt a stronger pull on her For more information, please visit friends and after several months of Catholic school and where she I sought refuge in adoration and heart to finally do the Christian al- www.maritzacedeno.com. Scouts’ hike includes lessons from Bible Bob Reddy of the Florida Catholic staff

Batr den on | When you are member of the Scouts, you go on hikes. These hikes include various lessons in finding your way, survival and ecology. Along the shores of the Manatee River in Bradenton Sept 19, Scouts from across the Diocese combined their traditional hike with a strong religious twist. They learned about the Ten Commandments and how they serve as strong lessons that Scouts visit one of the stops during the annual Ten can be applied to everyday life. Commandment hike which took place Sept. 19 at DeSoto Nearly 100 representatives from National Memorial in Bradenton. At right, Scouts leaders several areas of the Catholic Scout- receive awards for their participation in the hike. (PHOTOS ing community in the Diocese of BY BOB REDDY | FC) Venice — including Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, American Heritage that follow a curve in the Manatee who then provided an overview of rial Cross for the presentation of Diocese of Venice. Both are locat- Girls, Girl Scouts and Brownies — River. The maps led the youth to the specific Commandment. The awards, patches and then cookies. ed on Manatee County property gathered at DeSoto National Me- different locations marking each presentations were geared toward Paquette said it was an appropriate just south of the DeSoto National morial in Bradenton. Bob Paquette, Commandment. elementary-age children, engag- place to end the hike. Memorial property on 75th Street diocesan Cub Scout Activities At designated points tablets ing the young boys and girls in The Holy Eucharist Monument West. Coordinator, organized the third were placed with a Roman nu- a discussion about ways to obey was installed in 1968 and is dedi- For their participation, each annual event with the intention meral indicating the respec- the specific commandment being cated to all the priests serving in Scout received an achievement of gathering Scouts for a unified tive Commandment that was to addressed. Each stop built on the Florida, beginning with the 12 patch depicting two stones tablets purpose with an aspect focused on be discussed at that location. At other message of the other stops. priests and friars who accompa- on which the Commandments are faith and the Ten Commandments. these locations, the Scouts found Following the walk, the Scouts nied the 1539 Hernando DeSoto written. Several Scout units were Scouts followed a map of the na- a Scout leader, either an adult gathered at the nearby Holy Eu- expedition. The nearby Memorial honored for their help in organiz- tional memorial which has trails leader, Girl Scout or Boy Scout, charist Monument and Memo- Cross was erected in 1995 by the ing the Ten Commandment hike. n Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A4 Patriot Day commemorated Masses, prayer services mark somber anniversary

Bob Reddy of the Florida Catholic staff

VENICE | The commemoration of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks on the United States has a particular meaning to many. For those who watched the events unfold on their television or for those who had some connections to New York City or Washington, D.C., Patriot Day is a time for reflection and prayer. St. Ann Catholic School in Naples holds a prayer service on Patriot Participants gather after a Blue Mass for first responders that was At the Catholic schools across Day, Sept. 11. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY) celebrated Sept. 11, Patriot Day, at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice. the Diocese of Venice many students have little or no memory of first responders. At St. Ann Catholic ents gathered for a prayer service that terrible and life-altering day. It School in Naples a memorial ser- which included a patriotic poem is a part of history that was remem- vice included a brief history lesson from the eighth-graders and the bered and honored during Patriot on the “Survivor Tree” discovered choir sang “God Bless America.” Day ceremonies. at ground zero and now living at the A Mass was also celebrated at St. First responders were invited to 9/11 Memorial. The students then Peter the Apostle Parish in Naples several schools to talk about their planted their own “Survivor Tree” which drew a large crowd as the profession and to speak about the in the school’s own 9/11 Memorial Parish has become a central point loss of life on Sept. 11, 2001. The first Garden. for Sept. 11 commemorations in responders, police officers, sheriff’s St. Ann Pastor, Father Michael the area. The Parish is home to a deputies, firefighters and paramed- Vannicola, Oblates of St. Francis de cross made from steel from the ics from the area recalled their fel- Sales, led the prayer service which World Trade Center, which was low heroes who faced unbelievable included a flag raising, the Pledge donated to the Parish and is now horror in the face, and moved for- of Allegiance, the ringing of a bell in the Chapel. Many local first re- ward giving the ultimate sacrifice for the fallen first responders and sponders as well as many retired in an effort to save the lives of oth- then a moment of silence for each first responders from the New York ers. of the 9/11 attacks. Students then City and Washington, D.C., areas, Throughout the Diocese of Ven- processed to the 9/11 Memorial were present. ice, a number of Masses, prayer Garden where each student placed Additional Masses and com- services, and ceremonies were a red carnation in a vase. memorations took place either on held to mark the events, and each At St. Andrew Catholic School in Sept. 11 or on the weekend that fol- Scouts raise a flag during the Patriot Day prayer service Sept. 11 at included the participation of local Cape Coral, students, staff and par- lowed. n St. Andrew Catholic School in Cape Coral. Diocesan board member honored Bob Reddy stem the tide of climate change,” are coming into an age of aware- Dr. Janice Novello, of the Florida Catholic staff Novello said. “It was an opportu- ness; we are starting small but we who serves on the Diocesan Education nity to start something new. What will grow in being able to do so Advisory Board SARASOTA | With a passion was most fascinating was the ex- much more that real change will and Environmental for her faith, education and the citement people had for what Pope take place.” Commission, is environment, Dr. Janice Novello Francis presented in his Encycli- The invitation to the White seen at the White has dedicated her life to helping cal “Laudato Si’: On Care for Our House gathering came about House in early to change the world. Those efforts Common Home.” The people in through her work within the Dio- August where she are paying off with two recent the secular world were excited that cese as well as from her lifetime participated in a honors. the Holy Father is making a real commitment to science and educa- climate change Novello, a member of the Dioce- difference and bringing about real tion. She was once a member of the summit. (COURTESY) san Evironmental Justice Commis- change.” “Teacher in Space Program” with sion and Education Advisory Board, Novello said the goal of the meet- NASA, and is a “Climate Steward” was invited to the White House in ing was to bring key people together as identified by the National Ocean- Environmental Commission and project to develop good actions, August for a special gathering of to talk and share ideas; not to just ic and Atmospheric Administration Education Office “Caring for God’s which will in turn become good experts from a number of fields on talk about climate change, but to (NOAA). In that capacity she works Creation” effort. The grant will al- lifelong habits,” she said. “It will be climate change. The event focused keep talking about it and spread the with people across the world to take low Novello to travel around the about putting practical ideas into on sharing ideas from people of dif- word on what can be done on an water measurements at the same Diocese educating students about real practice and to emphasize that ferent scientific and educational individual level as well as a global place and at the same time each climate change and the Catholic if everyone did their part, they can disciplines about the key message level. year. These samples are analyzed to response, along with Pope Francis’s make a real impact.” n that needs to go out to educate the “As Pope Francis so eloquently determine changes brought on by Encyclical, “Laudato Si.” public about the impacts of climate reminded us, ‘Caring for God’s Cre- climate change to life in the oceans, The original program was a fun To learn more about the Diocese change and what people can do to ation’ is caring for everything and lakes and rivers of the world. contest to raise awareness about the of Venice Environmental Com- help the environment. everyone,” she continued. “God These efforts were also recently need to “Care for God’s Creation,” mission and the Diocesan Of- “I was invited as a ‘key educator’ lets us be co-creators with Him. If rewarded throughout a NOAA but Novello plans to make it more fice of Peace and Justice, please and met with college students, sci- everyone did a little, it really makes grant, which provides mileage and action based. contact Ryan Chestine at 941- entists and people from all over who a big difference. Through the guid- postage to help broaden the educa- “We are going to start in the high 484-9543 or chestine@dioceseof are working on different projects to ance of Pope Francis I believe we tional component to the Diocesan schools and create an eight-week venice.org. A5 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Locals excited to go see Pope Francis hopes to have blessed by the Holy the meeting was going to be, he Lois Leggerie, a member of the More than 75 Father and it will be a Christmas knew it would be an opportunity to choir at St Peter the Apostle Parish gift, appropriate as this trip was a educate the faithful about the work in Naples, is going home to Phila- heading north for gift for the Lieberts. of the Holy See in a very particular delphia. All of her children live Bishop Frank J. Dewane will be and meaningful way. There are 38 there and many friends do as well. historic visit attending the World Meeting of parishioners attending the meet- A former member of St. Catherine Families as well, although he will be ing, but they will be tasked with of Siena Parish there, Leggerie con- Florida Bob Reddy nected with a friend who was able to of the Florida Catholic staff late to the meeting as he is attending sharing their experiences with the Catholic events with Pope Francis in Wash- rest of the Parish and beyond once get a bus ride and tickets to the clos- DIOCESE OF VENICE ington, D.C. This includes a meet- they return. With them were more ing Mass through a different parish. BRADENTON | As individuals, ing and midday prayer with Pope than 500 letters from parishioners “We will be very close to Pope Fran- Vol. 76, No. 22 pairs or groups, many people are Francis at St. Matthew the Apostle addressed to Pope Francis which cis for the Mass,” she said. “How ex- north this week in hopes of seeing Cathedral with the other arch/bish- will be hand delivered to the pope citing is that?” 1000 Pinebrook Road Pope Francis during the historic ops of the United States. in Philadelphia. She recalled the visit of St. John Venice, FL 34285 Apostolic visit to the United States. “It is always a special blessing and The theme of the World Meeting Paul II to Philadelphia in 1979. She 941-484-9543 • Fax 941-483-1121 For Drs. Hugh and Karen Liebert honor to have the opportunity to be of Families is “Love Is Our Mission: went to the Mass and the Holy Fa- of Ss. Peter and Paul the Apostles in the presence of the Holy Father,” The Family Fully Alive,” emphasiz- ther looked at her. “It felt like he PUBLISHER Parish in Bradenton, the trip to see Bishop Dewane said. “This will be ing the impact of the love and life stared at me and made a connec- Bishop Frank Dewane the Holy Father was a Christmas no different. It will be wonderful to of families on society. “I want our tion. Who knows? Maybe that will DIOCESAN EDITOR present from their four children. be there and to see the joy of people group to carry that message to oth- happen again this time. I’m praying Bob Reddy The couple will be attending the who are in the presence of such an ers,” Father Ludden said. “We are it does, but its OK if it doesn’t. Just to [email protected] World Meeting on Families in Phila- inspirational and truly holy man.” blessed to be going and we must be there is good enough for me.” 941-484-9543 delphia and are hopeful to see Pope Also representing the Diocese share the lessons and joy of our faith These and other faithful will be Francis. “It’s really fantastic to be go- of Venice during the Apostolic visit with others.” involved in the historic Apostolic • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: ing,” Karen Liebert said. “We are go- will be Peter Routsis-Arroyo, CEO Deacon Harry Antrim of St. Pat- visit of Pope Francis to the United Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, ing to see the Holy Father up close, of Catholic Charities, Diocese of rick Parish in Sarasota is from Phila- States. Please pray for each of those or customerservice@theflorida but we are also going to be a part Venice Inc. He has been invited by delphia and has been asked to help traveling great distances to be there catholic.org of the World Meeting on Families. Catholic Charities USA to attend the at a number of events there includ- and for the Holy Father during his n Notify us of address changes (temporary Amazing.” canonization Mass of Blessed Ju- ing the Festival of Families, a Mass time here. or permanent) as soon as possible. Please The meeting in Philadelphia in- nipero Serra outside the Basilica of at the cathedral with Pope Francis change your address online at www. cludes a number a keynote speakers the National Shrine of the Immacu- and then for the closing Mass, where Check back in the next issue of the thefloridacatholic.org or call Tammy at and breakout sessions, too many to late Conception and the University he is designated to help distribute Florida Catholic for an update on 1-888-275-9953. choose from, she explained. “We Mall at The Catholic University of Holy Communion to the crowd. what people did and saw when Pope have to decide who we are going America. “This is an exciting opportu- Francis came to America. • ADVERTISING: Contact Jane Radetsky at to see. Everything is going to be so Notified about his invitation a nity to be in the presence of such a 407-373-0075 or wonderful. We also signed up to few week prior, Routsis-Arroyo said wonderful and holy man,” Deacon [email protected] APPOINTMENTS • CLASSIFIED ADS: Contact Mike Carlock participate in the Eucharistic Ado- it was an honor to be asked to attend. Antrim said. “To be selected to be at 1-888-275-9953, or ration as well. So special to have this “I don’t know how close I will be, but there for the Mass for all the priests, Bishop Frank J. Dewane, after [email protected] opportunity.” that really doesn’t matter. Just being deacons and religious of the Arch- broad consultation, announces the While in Philadelphia, the Li- there is plenty good enough for me.” diocese of Philadelphia is special as following appointment: State Offices: 50 E. Robinson St., Suite eberts, who are very pro-life, have One parish in Naples also decid- well. Then to help distribute Com- G, Orlando, FL 32801-1619; P.O. Box 4993; Orlando, FL 32802-4993; 407-373-0075; been invited to visit a local preg- ed to send an entire group to Phila- munion at the big Mass on the park- Effective Aug. 26 Toll-free 1-888-275-9953; Fax 407-373-0087 nancy center. One unusual thing delphia for the World Meeting of way is something I know I will never Father Thomas Pohto, Order Liebert will be taking with her to Families. Father John Ludden, Pas- forget. Having that connection to of St. Augustine, as Parochial Vicar EXECUTIVE & EDITORIAL STAFF: Philadelphia is a bobble-head of tor of St. John the Evangelist Parish, Pope Francis, even in an indirect of St. Elizabeth Seton Parish, Naples. General Manager: Ann Borowski Slade Pope Francis, something a friend explained that when he heard where way, is going to be powerful.” Editorial/Online Director: Jean Gonzalez Business Manager: Pat Spencer Advertising Sales Manager: Jane Radetsky Copy Editor: Mary Rose Denaro Two National Merit scholars semifinalists announced Social Media/Community Specialist: Michael Carlock Advertising Graphic Designer: Staff Report proximately 1.5 million juniors Michael Jimenez Advertising Assistant: Valerie Casko who entered the competition by FORT MYERS | Two Diocese taking the qualifying test, only Have a comment/want more info/ of Venice Catholic high school 16,000 of the highest scorers in have a story suggestion? Leave your seniors were named as National the country are named semifi- feedback at www.thefloridacatholic.org; Merit Scholarship Program Semi- nalists. Nick and Junco will now click reader feedback button on left of finalists. Nationwide, less than 1 compete to become finalists and screen. percent of all high school seniors potential scholarship winners by Send statewide news releases to reach this status. Senior Nick Etz submitting a detailed applica- [email protected] of Cardinal Mooney Catholic High tion with information about their School in Sarasota, and Junco Nel- academic record, participation in Our staff meets for prayer each work day at son of Bishop Verot Catholic High school and community activities, 9 a.m. Send prayer intentions to prayers@ School in Fort Myers represent the demonstrated leadership abili- thefloridacatholic.org best of Catholic education in the ties, employment and honors and All contents copyright © 2015, The Florida Diocese of Venice. awards received. Finalists are an- Catholic Inc., except stories and photos from The status was determined nounced in the spring and have Junco Nelson, of Bishop Verot Catholic High School in Fort Myers, left, Catholic News Service. by their test score on the PSAT/ the opportunity to compete for and Nick Etz, of Cardinal Mooney Catholic High School in Sarasota, NMSQT taken in 2014. Out of ap- scholarships. are both a National Merit Scholarship Semifinalist. They rank in the the top 1 percent of high school seniors. (COURTESY PHOTOS)

The Florida Catholic (ISSN 0746-4584) publishes semi-monthly for the Dioceses of Or- per’s policy and standards in Catholic Press Association. The appearance of advertising in all media. Political advertising not accepted. Periodicals postage paid at Orlando, lando, Palm Beach and Venice for $24 per year in Florida, $30 per year in the U.S., and in these pages does not imply endorsement of businesses, services and products. Com- FL 32862 and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The $95 per year foreign, by The Florida Catholic Inc., 50 E. Robinson St., Suite G, Orlando, plaints regarding advertising should be made directly to the advertiser or to your local Florida Catholic, P.O. Box 4993, Orlando, FL 32802-4993. Member, Catholic Press As- FL 32801-1619. Publisher reserves the right to refuse advertisements contrary to pa- Better Business Bureau. Readers must exercise prudence in responding to advertising sociation; subscriber to Catholic News Service (CNS). Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A6 Catholic school students receive Bibles BoB Reddy Father in our faith and closer to God. This Incarnation Catholic School of the Florida Catholic staff Michael is a great gift you have been given.” Principal Dr. Ann Davis said that Scheip, Father Scheip blessed the Bibles the idea of the prayer service and SARASOTA | Each year as Cath- Parochial with holy water and formally pre- special presentation is appropriate olic school students progress in Vicar of sented one to each student. He given the central importance of the their studies, they are challenged Incarnation and Father Jacek Mazur, Pastor, Holy Bible in the Universal Church to better know their faith. Much of Parish in signed and dated the Bibles so the as well as in the classroom. what we know of our Faith flows Sarasota, students will always remember the “These Bibles are a gift from the from Scripture — the Holy Bible. presents day they received a special book school,” Davis said. “There is no Having a deep understanding of Bibles to that will help shape their lives. more important gift we can pro- the Bible and what the words and Incarnation “This is a great gift you are vide.” Catholic messages really mean will help the given,” Father Scheip added. “We The introduction for the prayer School students grow closer to God. sixth- always wonder how God loves us. service summed up the occa- This was the lesson for the sixth- graders Well, He wrote to us. This Bible is sion well: “We gather together to graders at Incarnation Catholic Sept. God’s love letter to us, God’s holy honor the Book of the Church, School in Sarasota, who were pre- 15. (BOB book.” the sacred Scriptures. We believe sented personal Bibles during a REDDY The sixth-graders were a bit that through these inspired writ- special prayer service for the entire | FC) awestruck by the moment, some ings, God speaks to us. We believe school Sept. 15. unsure how to carry such a special that through the word of God we Father Michael Scheip, Paro- book. A few opened the Bible to get are taught, encouraged and chal- chial Vicar of Incarnation Par- ter days, but it has served me well,” read and listen to God’s words.” a quick glance at what they will be lenged. We pray that these Bibles ish, shared his story of when he he explained. “You are each re- The Bible speaks to everyone in learning about, studying and read- will be a constant reminder to the received his first Bible, a book he ceiving a nice new Bible today, but different ways, he continued. “Take ing for the next year and beyond. sixth-graders as well as all of us to uses to this day. “It’s a bit worn, I pray that by the end of the year it what you can from it; memorize One young girl proudly showed seek God’s word, to learn from its there are notes in it, as well as is a little worn and used. Go to the passages from Scriptures. It was her mother after the prayer service, saving truth, and to apply it to our some folded pages. It has seen bet- book and make sure it is used and created to use and to help us grow saying, “Wow,” with a big smile. lives each day.” n Florida Catholic Chamber of Commerce adopts parish food pantry BoB Reddy eral women with young children. As and daily reading from the Gospel. faith united and make a difference of the Florida Catholic staff FYI with all food pantries, each family She also offers words of encourage- in the local community. For more information about the registers and is provided with food ment to those who are suffering, Joseph Ferrara, also a Cham- FORT MYERS | Uniting to work Florida Catholic Chamber of Com- each month. The process ensures reminding them to call upon the ber co-founder, said that while the together to make a difference in the merce, contact Angela at 239-980- that the food can stretch to assist as intercessions of the Blessed Virgin quantity of members may not be community, the Florida Catholic 0921 or email toni@floridacatholic many people as possible, Mary and Jesus for help. huge, the quality of the members Chamber of Commerce was origi- chamber.com. Toni Holmlund, a co-founder of In addition to food, the pantry is strong. “This is about Catholic nally created to support businesses To support the Jesus the Worker the Chamber, explained that the also offers used clothes and newer businesses and ministries support- that share a common belief. Parish food pantry, send checks to the Chamber members learned about items when they are available. One ing one another,” Ferrara said. “We That initial effort has grown to Parish, care of the food pantry, at 881 the food pantry through the reli- donation included packets of chil- include local parish and charity include a diverse number of busi- Nuna Ave., Fort Myers FL 33905. For gious sisters who serve the parish. dren’s socks and underwear. The outreach groups as well, which falls ness owners from across Lee Coun- more information, call 239-693-5333 “We met the good sisters who run demand was high so the package right into what we want to promote: ty. Meeting several times a year, or email [email protected]. the pantry and are confident that was opened and the undergar- Catholic values and becoming ac- the Chamber unites Catholic busi- every penny we donate will go di- ments were divided among the tive participants in our faith.” nesses for the purpose of promoting tortillas. Typical bread is not used, rectly to buy food.” needy. For the members of the The Chamber welcomes all Catholic values in the home, com- so we don’t even get that.” Father O’Connor and Sister Yari- Florida Catholic Chamber of Com- Catholic businesses, parish out- munity, workplace, and in business Jesus the Worker Parish is a com- neth Barria, Franciscan Sisters of merce, seeing firsthand the impact reach and nonprofit organizations. dealings of commerce. munity of tremendous faith, Father Mary Immaculate, Parish director their generosity is making went a There is no cost to attend monthly Putting their words into action O’Connor explained, but not much of outreach, thanked the Chamber long way to reinforcing the mission meetings which vary in location is important to the members of the money. When the food pantry first members for their generosity and they have as a group — to live their throughout the year. n Chamber. They actively participate opened, it was unclear what the de- support. in the pro-life effort, including dur- mand might be, he added, but the Before the food pantry opens on ing the fall 40 Days for Life prayer two days a week the pantry is open, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings, vigil in Fort Myers. Most recently there is always a line, including sev- Sister Yarineth begins with a prayer ADVERTISER SPOTLIGHT the Chamber decided to adopt the St. Francis de Sales food pantry at www.LearningInMotionTutoring.com Jesus the Worker Parish in east Fort Community Business Directory Alma mater: Mount Myers. The parish serves a primar- Holyoke College ily poor Hispanic community, with PRIVATE TUTORING REALTOR Favorite book: “The the food pantry providing basic Elegant Gathering of White Snows,” by necessities to more than 250 house- Home town: Kris Radish holds each week. Ponce, Puerto Rico What makes Learning Father Patrick O’Connor, Ob- Learning in Motion City: Fort Myers in Motion stand out? lates of St. Francis de Sales, Pastor Cammie McKenzie, M Ed, MBA How I give back: Our tutors genuinely love of Jesus the Worker Parish, gave the • Offering private tutoring sessions in Cammie McKenzie Fort Myers Chamber their students and teach M Ed, MBA Chamber members a tour of the all subject areas to students of all ages of Commerce/Hispanic with care and respect. food pantry, explaining along the • Offering private ACT/SAT review Chamber of Commerce, Successful tutoring sessions throughout the year Carole Carpenter, GRI begins with building a REALTOR® Thank you, Habitat for Humanity, way that food is both donated and • Serving Bishop Verot High School, student’s self confidence. Specializing in properties in Grace Baptist Church purchased at a massive discount St. Andrew, St. Francis Xavier and the Cammie, for your Favorite aspect of Naples and Ave Maria, Fla. Ministry in Haiti from the local food bank. cities of Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Estero, support of the what you do? 239-249-2111 Hobbies/interests: “The pantry is typically filled to Bonita, Lehigh and Alva Catholic press and Watching students grow [email protected] Family, friends, exercise, the brim on Monday and then com- 239-415-0029 the faithful of the travel and reading in confidence and aca- www.CaroleCarpenter.com demic achievement. pletely empty by the end of the day www.LearningInMotionTutoring.com Favorite sports Local parishioner Diocese of Venice! Favorite aspect of on Wednesday,” Father O’Connor Located on College Parkway teams: New York Giants, said. “The food that is provided here (See directory ad at left.) your faith? Harmony Advertise in this directory, call 1-888-275-9953. Seattle Seahawks, New when life feels uncertain. includes rice, beans and other items Join the Florida Catholic Business and York Mets that are more commonly used in Professional Network on LinkedIn.com their culture, such as items to make Disclaimer: Spotlight does not imply Florida Catholic endorsement of any business or product. A7 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Faithful urge to celebrate Respect Life Sunday

Jeanne Berdeaux in the Spiritual Adoption Program: Oct. 8, followed by the praying of at the March for Life in Washing- end of life. Free consultations are Special to the Florida Catholic “Jesus, Mary and Joseph, I love you the rosary outside the local Planned ton, D.C. available for those in need through very much. I beg you to spare the Parenthood abortion center at Win- Project Rachel, a confidential the National Catholic Bioethics VENICE | Respect Life Sunday, life of the unborn baby that I have kler Road and College Parkway. program to help women hurt from Center (www.ncbcenter.org). Oct. 4, is a time to reflect on the spiritually adopted who is in danger Others will join Bishop Dewane previous abortion experience the Respect Life Month will lead wonderful gift of life that God has of abortion.” the following day, Oct. 9, at 9 a.m. personal love of Christ and find into a campaign to end the use of given each of us and to promote a The recent exposé of the sale for prayer outside the Planned Par- hope for healing, continues to ex- the death penalty beginning with greater respect for all human life, of fetal body parts has ripped the enthood regional headquarters on pand with retreat and support a series of events during the first regardless of age or condition. The cover off another dark area of ac- Central Avenue in Sarasota. group opportunities for healing of week of November. Opportunities faithful are called to prayer, study tivity within the abortion industry. The promotion of a “Culture of the wounds of past abortions. Ex- to learn more about the Church’s and action to build a “Culture of Anyone who has not seen these vid- Life” continues with an educational periencing God’s mercy is chang- teaching on this issue will be posted Life” and dispel the darkness of a eos can find them at http://www. opportunity which will be present- ing lives forever. Contact Fonda on at www.dioceseofvenice.org. “Culture of Death.” centerformedicalprogress.org. It’s ed appropriately on Oct 1, to kick off a confidential helpline at 239-719- All parishioners will have a once- In “The Gospel of Life,” St. John difficult to watch such inhuman- Respect Life Month. International 7210. a-year opportunity to help fund Paul II called for “a day for life to ity and callousness toward life, pro-life speaker Stephanie Gray, The “Culture of Life” is not lim- special pro-life initiatives by con- be celebrated each year in every but many people’s eyes are being from Canada, will address a live ited to seeking an end to abortion. tributing to the annual Diocesan country with particular attention opened to the truth of what is hap- audience at Epiphany Cathedral It must be remembered that the Respect Life Collection to be taken … drawn to the seriousness of abor- pening in our world. Hall at 7 p.m. Individuals in other so-called “Death with Dignity” up in parishes on Respect Life Sun- tion and euthanasia.” In the United Besides the monthly Novena of areas are invited to listen via webi- advocates of assisted suicide have day Oct. 4. Through prayer, study States, there is a long tradition of Masses for Life, opportunities to nar from their computer, tablet or gained significant ground recently. and action, let us join together to celebrating that day on the first join others in prayer include the 40 smartphone. Registration at www. These advocates capitalized on the make a difference and shine the Sunday of October and continuing Days for Life fall campaigns from dioceseofvenice.org/respectlife untimely death of a young cancer light of Christ in our corner of the that observance throughout the Sept. 23 to Nov. 1. Parishes and in- will provide a seat at the live event patient who moved to Oregon so world. n month of October. dividuals are called to pray and pro- or a link to the webinar. Gray will that she could legally kill herself This year’s theme, promoted vide public witness for life in front share how one can skillfully use rather than trust in God’s plan for Berdeaux is the Diocese of Ven- by the U.S. Conference of Catho- of abortion centers in both Sarasota questions and compassion to lead her life. Sadly for her and her family, ice Respect Life Director and can lic Bishops, “Every Life Is Worth and Fort Myers. Hundreds of peo- others to a better understanding of shortly afterward someone with the be reached at 941-484-9543 or Living,” reminds all of the televi- ple will join Bishop Frank J. Dewane the sanctity of all human life. This same illness was helped through a at berdeaux@dioceseofvenice. sion series by Archbishop Fulton J. for a Prayer Walk for Life beginning young woman has given over 700 medical breakthrough. So much org. Learn more and register for Sheen and of the simple prayer he with an 8 a.m. Mass at Resurrection pro-life presentations, including more needs to be done to help those events at www.dioceseofvenice. gave us to promote life that is used of Our Lord Parish in Fort Myers on addressing thousands of students facing difficult medical decisions at org/respectlife.

Guide,” will speak on “Rebuild [email protected]. 941-714-7829. Taylor and Airport Roads. Proceeds DIOCESAN EVENTS After Divorce.” To register: www. Veterans Day Mass, Nov. World Youth Day pilgrimage: benefit the Society of St. Vincent dioceseofvenice.org/divorce- de Paul, Sacred Heart Conference, “Love Unleashes Life” event, 11, 2:45 p.m., Sarasota National Limited spots left. Diocese has support; Kim Elsmore, elsmore@ Cemetery, 9810 State Road 72 already received registration from Punta Gorda. Includes household Oct. 1, 7 p.m., Epiphany Cathedral dioceseofvenice.org; 941-484-9543. goods, furniture, clothing, Parish hall, Venice. Diocese (Clark Road) in Sarasota (five 120 individuals to join Bishop Frank Ignatian Spirituality retreat, miles east of I-75). Main celebrant: J. Dewane at World Youth Day jewelry, linens, shoes, purses, Respect Life Office welcomes books. Proceeds will help provide Stephanie Gray. To register: www. Oct. 30-Nov. 2, Our Lady of Bishop Frank J. Dewane. All priests, Krakow July 23 to Aug. 2, 2016. Perpetual Help Retreat Center, deacons and faithful are invited Opportunity to see Pope Francis assistance to deserving families and dioceseofvenice.org, Berdeaux@ individuals throughout Charlotte dioceseofvenice.org, 941-441-1101. Venice. St. Ignatius Spirituality to participate in honoring those amongst millions of Catholic exercises, good food, fellowship who serve or have served the youth from around the world. County. Rain date: Oct. 10. Theology on Tap. This exciting and quiet reflection offer a country. Active military personnel Contact George Smith, gsmith@ Oktoberfest, Oct. 3, 2-8 p.m., program for young adults (18-39) chance for spiritual growth. are encouraged to wear uniform. dioceseofvenice.org. St. John the Evangelist Parish, 625 allows them to learn about the Cost: $395, includes three nights Ample seating and parking. Television Mass for the 111th Ave N., Naples. Sponsored faith while building community. accommodations, meals, private by Knights of Columbus Council This year Theology on Tap will be Diocesan Youth Rally, Nov. homebound in the northern rooms and baths. To register: 941- 21, Charlotte Harbor Center, Punta portions of the Diocese, 9:30 11281. Enjoy authentic Bavarian held at various parishes throughout 486-0233, [email protected]. beverages and cuisine, educational the Diocese. Each location will Gorda. For seventh- to 12th-grade a.m. on the CW Network; in the Mass for the Year of students. George Smith: 941-484- southern portions of the Diocese, exhibits, games and rides. Entry host a series of weekly talks and fee: $6 adults; $20 per family; free discussions on relevant topics in a Consecrated Life, Oct. 31, 11 9543, [email protected]. 10 a.m., on WFTX-TV (FOX-4). a.m., Epiphany Cathedral, 310 Advent retreat, Dec. 8-9, Our Check your local listings for channel for children under 8. Fee includes relaxed atmosphere. Free baby- rides, entertainment and more. sitting, icebreakers, trivia, and food Sarasota St., Venice. Bishop Frank J. Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat information. Leaflet missals are Dewane invites the faithful to join Center, Venice. Prepare your heart available upon request by calling http://saintjohntheevangelist.com/ and drinks are provided. BYOB. event/2015-oktoberfest. Upcoming dates: him at a Mass for all religious in for Jesus. Nancy Gazo, 941-486- 941-484-9543 and asking about the Diocese to offer gratitude and 0233, [email protected]. the TV Mass or by writing: TV 5K Walk/Run for Life, Oct. 10, • Naples area, Tuesdays, 6:30-8 encouragement to the many men Mass, Diocese of Venice, 1000 St. Agnes Parish, 7775 Vanderbilt p.m. First Tuesdays, St. John the Novena of Masses for Life. and women who have given their Over 100 Masses will be celebrated Pinebrook Road, Venice, FL 34285. Beach Road, Naples. Adults: $15; Evangelist; second Tuesdays, St. lives in consecration to Jesus Christ. Gail Ardy: 941-486-4714, ardy@ $12 for children under 12 in Agnes; third Tuesdays, St. Peter throughout the Diocese monthly Reception follows. until Dec. 25, offered for a dioceseofvenice.org. advance, $20 the day of the event. the Apostle; fourth Tuesdays, St. Proceeds benefit the pro-life William. “Sugar Bowl Show of greater respect for all human Safe Environment training. Shows,” Nov. 1, 2 p.m., Venice As part of the Safe Environment outreach of the Parish. Register: • Lakewood Ranch area, life. Complete schedule at www. Performing Arts Center, Venice. dioceseofvenice.org/respectlife. Program, the Diocese of Venice www.stagnesnaples.org. Thursdays, Oct. 8-Oct. 29, Our Lady Sponsored by Catholic Charities, requires that all employees and Council of Catholic Women of the Angels, 6:30-8 p.m. Join in this special observance of Diocese of Venice Inc. and local the life of Jesus in the womb of our those volunteers who work with meeting, Oct. 14, following the • South Sarasota County, Knights of Columbus councils. Blessed Mother. children and/or vulnerable adults 8:30 a.m. Mass, St. Raphael Parish, Thursdays, Oct. 1-Nov. 5, Our Lady Show features the Turnstiles and be fingerprinted and trained 770 Kilbourne Ave, Englewood. of Lourdes, Venice, 6:30-8 p.m. Spiritual adoption program. Rocket Man, showcasing music Spiritually adopt an unborn child in Safe Environment. eport all Continental breakfast and meeting “Come to the Water” day of Billy Joel and Elton John. in danger of being aborted. abuses against minors to the will follow at Parish center. Guest of prayer, second Wednesdays Tickets: $25 and $35. Proceeds Commitment is to pray a short Florida Department of Children speaker: Joyce Aubrey, Venice beginning Oct. 14, 10 a.m.-3:30 benefit “Sugar Bowl Fund” for prayer daily through Christmas. and Families at 1-800-962-2873. To Diocese CCW president. 941 475- p.m., Our Lady of Perpetual families who are experiencing Visit www.dioceseofvenice.org/ report abuse by Diocesan personnel 8382 or 630-319-9497. Help Retreat Center, Venice. a financial hardship. www. respectlife for the prayer and or volunteers, call the Diocesan Fourth annual Msgr. Moretti Includes continental breakfast, veniceperformingartscenter.com. how to register if you would like Victims Assistance Coordinator memorial golf tournament, lunch, two conferences and the Vocation awareness monthly updates. Barbara DiCocco at 941-416-6114. Oct. 17, 8 a.m. shotgun start, IMG opportunity for the Sacrament of weekend, Nov. 6-8, St. John First-time home buyers Golf Course, Bradenton. Hosted Reconciliation, Mass. Cost: $25 per Vianney College Seminary, Miami. by Ss. Peter and Paul the Apostles person, pre-registered; $30 at the classes, various dates, Catholic For young men ages 16 and up to Charities Office, 1219 16th St. W., COMMUNITY Parish. Cost: $80 per player. Format: door. 941-486-0233, gazo@olph- experience what daily life is like four-person, best ball. Lunch and retreat.org. Bradenton. Classes in both Spanish EVENTS for one discerning God’s call to the and English. Participants will be awards. Deadline: Sept. 30. Tom Divorce support workshop, priesthood. No cost; transportation eligible for assistance for down Arseneau, 941-795-8226; Wally Oct. 22, 7 p.m., St. Ann Parish, Rummage sale, Oct. 3, 9 a.m.- provided. To register: Diocesan payment and closing costs. Space Wallace, 941-792-0023; Mark Naples. Rose Sweet, creator of noon, 25200 Airport Road, Punta Office of Vocations, 941-486-4720, is limited; preregistration required. Gallagher, 941-504-3498. “The Catholic’s Divorce Survival Gorda, on the northeast corner of Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic ADVERTISEMENT A8

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN MY FIRST HOME 34348-0925 A9 FLORIDA NEWS Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic FLORIDA NEWS A10A13

Interview with Cardinal O’Malley Florida visit felt like ‘coming home’ Jean Gonzalez St. Augustine: Faith-filled for 450 years of the Florida Catholic staff

Irente vi w with Cardinal O’Malley Florida visit felt like ‘coming home’ Jean Gonzalez St. Augustine: Faith-filled for 450 years of the Florida Catholic staff

ST. AUGUSTINE | Cardinal Sean O’Malley is no stranger to the Sunshine Cardinal Sean O’Malley of Boston and seven Florida bishops help city mark this milestone event State. The Franciscan friar, who is the Jean Gonzalez archbishop of Boston and a close of the Florida Catholic staff ‘This celebration is one of confidante to Pope Francis, served as Palm Beach’s bishop for nine months ST. AUGUSTINE | From dignitaries in horse- thanksgiving for the blessings in 2002 and 2003. Although he served drawn carriages to everyday Catholics sharing the in that five-county diocese for less sign of peace on the basilica grounds under a Jum- of the past and the generous than a year, he visited every parish botron, the celebration of four and a half centuries there twice and found the people offered something for everyone. and faith-filled people who “very welcoming.” The St. Augustine Diocese, along with its name- But even before that, he was well ac- sake city, celebrated 450 years of faith and com- quainted with the state when he was munity Sept. 8, with festivities that began where have gone before us, but it is bishop of St. Thomas in the American it all started — the grounds of Mission Nombre Chad Light portrays Don Pedro Menendez de also a moment to rededicate Virgin Islands. The year was 1984, and de Dios. Walking the footbridge toward the statue Aviles, the founder of St. Augustine, during then-Bishop O’Malley was present for of Father Francisco López de Mendoza Grajales the Sept. 8 anniversary. (Zach Thomas, St. the celebrations marking the establish- (chaplain of Spanish explorer Don Pedro Mené- Augustine Catholic Magazine | CNS) ourselves to the mission.’ ment of both the newly formed Venice ndez de Avilés), the view of the 208-foot stainless and Palm Beach dioceses. steel Great Cross becomes illuminated by the ear- ley, auxiliary of Washington, D.C., who grew up Cardinal Sean O’ Malley So when Pope Francis appointed ly morning sun, as it does every morning. What set in Florida’s Panhandle; and Bishop Robert Baker Cardinal O’Malley as his representa- the morning of Sept. 8 apart were the hundreds of of Birmingham, Ala., an Ohio native who made tive at the 450th anniversary of Found- pilgrims who walked the bridge to gather at the the St. Augustine Diocese his home as a seminar- At left, faithful pray while watching the er’s Day in St. Augustine, he felt as if water’s edge, and the spiritual leaders taking the ian and served in several capacities within the anniversary Mass on a large screen. Above, he was “coming home” to visit priests short sojourn. 16-county diocese, including as rector of the then- numerous bishops who attended the event and religious he had “known for a long Bishop Felipe Estevez of St. Augustine walked cathedral for 13 years. ride in a horse-drawn carriage through the time.” side by side with Cardinal Sean O’Malley of Bos- Also on the carriage were two of St. Augus- streets of downtown St. Augustine. (Photos Although the anniversary was a ton. The Franciscan friar serves as papal envoy tine’s former leaders — Bishops John J. Snyder by Jean Gonzalez | FC) celebration of St. Augustine, the event to Pope Francis, and was requested to attend the and Victor Galeone. Both bishops remarked on drew laypeople, clergy and religious celebration by the pontiff. Bishop Estevez said how blessed they were to serve the diocese they case would only be true as long as there “is a dea- from across the state. That is a phe- having the cardinal attend the day’s events was “a described as both spiritually rich and beautiful. con to read the Gospel, and I don’t have to struggle nomenon that did not surprise the car- great honor.” Bishop Snyder, who turns 90 in February and is through those difficult-to-pronounce Old Testa- dinal because he discovered firsthand Cardinal Sean O’Malley celebrates known for his quick wit, said he was so pleased ment names.” the “cohesiveness” the seven dioceses the evening vesper service the MISSION GROUNDS to be a part of the 450th celebration, but quickly It was then he also mentioned how he tells peo- of Florida maintain, something that is Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine One of the first events of the celebration was a added he was not there from the very beginning. ple that his favorite American theologian is Archie Sept. 8 for the city’s 450th anniversary not found in many other states. historical re-enactment of the landing of Mené- “Although, sometimes it might feel like that,” he Bunker, a comment that made congregants inside celebration. (JEAN GONZALEZ | FC) “Part of that is the function that the ndez, St. Augustine’s founder. But before sitting joked. and outside the cathedral-basilica laugh. He re- entire state used to be one diocese for so for the program, Bishop Estevez and Cardinal Eight-year-old Marisa Lopez missed school at called a scene from “All in the Family” in which long, and then was two dioceses,” the missionary priests. The cardinal re- O’Malley, along with other priests from across Holy Family in St. Petersburg to be a part of the Archie’s son-in-law scolded Archie for making cardinal said. “That gives the priests marked how amazed he was to view Florida, visited a part of the grounds cornered celebration. She had a good reason to attend with an anti-Semitic remark. When Archie was told who serve across the state a history to- the pieces of pottery that dated back to off for excavation purposes. Gifford Waters, lead her parents and older brother — she is the grand- he should be ashamed because Jesus was a Jew, gether. Thanks to (St. Vincent de Paul the 16th century. researcher for the excavation and historical ar- niece of Bishop Estevez. And one of the events she Archie said, “Yes, but only on his mother’s side.” Regional Seminary) that is supported “It is remarkable to think (of) the chaeology collection manager for the Florida Mu- looked forward to the most was the procession to The cardinal used the story to illustrate how the by all the dioceses, many of them stud- processes they had so many centu- seum of Natural History, displayed some of the the cathedral-basilica. day’s Gospel reading concluded the genealogy by ied together. That is wonderful.” ries ago, and it was fascinating to hear artifacts retrieved from a dig site, which included “I’ve never seen that many priests in one place,” stating how Joseph was the foster father of Jesus. And he said the love for the “Mother about their discoveries there,” he said. walls made of coquina shells. Knowing Cardinal she said, adding the boat that held the members He segued that remark to another point of the Diocese” of St. Augustine was evident. “We (Franciscans) have a wonderful O’Malley was a Franciscan, Waters pointed out of the re-enactment crew was “pretty awesome.” ebrants and main celebrate Cardinal O’Malley, Gospel in which God speaks to Joseph in dreams, “I think it was a great success,” said history and tradition to serve at the pieces of pottery that were possibly from drinking who offered the homily. a circumstance that appeared in four episodes of the 71-year-old shepherd who took an ends of the earth on the peripheries. I vessels which might have been used by the Fran- MASS CELEBRATES Cardinal O’Malley is not a stranger to Florida. the Gospels. active role in celebrations, attending have always found our missions to be ciscan missionaries as cups for a specific choco- SPECIAL BIRTHDAY From 2002 until 2003, he served as bishop of Palm “It is consoling for a preacher to think that God some six events Sept. 8. “I was amazed quite an inspiration, especially the sto- late drink. To accommodate the large crowds anticipated Beach. He said it was his “privilege” to serve the might communicate with yawning parishioners by the huge numbers for the historical ries of the early Franciscans and Jesuits for the 11 a.m. Mass, the diocese offered the faith- state and witness the “energy and growth” offered during a sermon in which they have dozed off,” re-enactment and at Mass at the cathe- who came here in colonial times. They RI DING TO THE CATHEDRAL ful the opportunity to view and participate in the by the dedicated clergy, religious and laity who the cardinal said, adding that in the Acts of the dral. The liturgies were done with pre- never returned to their native lands; Members of Florida Living History Inc. brought Mass even though there was not enough room serve God. Apostles St. Paul restored the life of a man who cision and beauty and it was a joy to be instead they lived to serve in missions a history lesson to life as they re-enacted the land- inside the cathedral. Using Jumbotron screens, “This celebration is one of thanksgiving for the had fallen asleep during a long sermon and as a part of it. When I see the pope, I will and evangelize. ing of Menendez with actors in authentic dress of overflowing crowds could view the Mass both in blessings of the past and the generous and faith- a result plunged to his death from a windowsill. Hundreds of spectators gathered Mission Nombre de Dios to witness a historical reenactment give him a full report.” When the cardinal joined his order, Spanish explorers, soldiers, priests and Indians of an air-conditioned auditorium at nearby Flagler filled people who have gone before us, but it is also “Fortunately St. Paul was able to restore the young of of the landing of Don Pedro Menéndez de Avilés, St. Augustine’s founder. (Zach Thomas, This year, Cardinal O’Malley cele- he had served in the mission in Puerto the Timucua tribe. The actors arrived to the site in College or stand outside in the cathedral court- a moment to rededicate ourselves to the mission,” man to life, but it is very presumptuous to think St. Augustine Catholic Magazine | CNS) brated the 50th year of taking his vows Rico. He was slated to go to another a chalupa, a 16th-century Spanish watercraft that yard or along St. George Street. he said. that every preacher who gives a boring sermon with the Capuchin Franciscan order, mission in Easter Island, 300 miles ferried passengers and cargo from the tall sailing The strong sun and humidity didn’t stop the Sept. 8 not only marks the celebration of the has those same miraculous powers, so it’s better to build a civilization of love. Our task is to invite the feast day — the Nativity of Mary — then a and said he joined the friars “in hopes off the coast of Chile, but was instead ships into a city’s harbor. faithful from participating in the Mass outdoors. first Mass in the “oldest European city in the Unit- to stay awake.” people into the world of our faith to glimpse the chorus of collective voices of the congregants in of joining the missions.” called to serve in Washington, D.C., After the presentation, the faithful were invited Among the contingent was a group of students ed States,” the date is also the feast of the Nativ- While the cardinal received his share of laughs, beauty of a life of discipleship.” response. Florida’s own missionary history which, at the time, had an influx of im- to join dignitaries, bishops, clergy and religious for and chaperones from All Souls School in Sanford, ity of Mary. “How fitting that this new beginning he offered words of spiritual inspiration. He said “The history of the very beginning of this city came to life during the historical re-en- migrants from Central America and a Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Augustine. who attended the event to watch their pastor, Fa- would be initiated by celebrating a birthday par- while others might see the Catholic Church as a CLOSING IN PRAYER — the See of the Diocese of St. Augustine — can actment held on the grounds of Mission could use the serves of a young Deacon Along with the cardinal and Bishop Estevez, some ther Gilbert Medina, portray Menendez’s chap- ty,” Cardinal O’Malley said. “Mary’s birthday is “Church of ‘no,’” he said community is a “Church While grand celebrations and festive proces- only be told against the backdrop of the religious Nombre de Dios. But before viewing O’Malley who spoke fluent Spanish. 17 bishops and archbishops attended the event, lain Father López in the re-enactment. Finding a the beginning of the Church, because she is Jesus’ of ‘yes.’” sions marked the anniversary, the day ended in record,” Bishop Estevez wrote in a letter com- the presentation, the cardinal, along “We are still quite a missionary or- including Archbishop Joseph Kurtz of Louisville, patch of shade wherever possible, the faithful out- first disciple.” “Yes to God, to life, to love, to community, to solemn prayer. While sunshine reigned for most memorating the anniversary. “Such a history with Bishop Felipe Estevez of St. Au- der,” Cardinal O’Malley said, referring Ky., who serves as president of the U.S. Conference side had an advantage over those in the air con- service, to forgiveness. Our Church began because of the day, the skies opened up an hour before the rightly makes us proud. The heritage that has gustine and other priests, viewed items to the one-third of all friars who serve of Catholic Bishops. ditioning — they could partake in the Eucharist H UMOR AND INSPIRATION Mary said yes to God. … When God is knocking on vesper service presided by Bishop Estevez and been ours for these four-plus centuries contin- retrieved from the archeological dig on in foreign missions. “I think celebrat- To add some pomp to the grand celebration, distributed by two extraordinary ministers of holy Throughout his homily, Cardinal O’Malley of- the door of humanity, it is Mary who opens that Cardinal O’Malley. ues and calls us to renew our commitment to the grounds. One of the lead research- ing this anniversary (in St. Augustine) many of those shepherds boarded one of several Communion. fered both words of wisdom, lessons of history and door in our name,” he said. “From the outside our Yet, the faithful still filled the cathedral-ba- the new evangelization, to be proclaimers of the ers, seeing the cardinal dressed in his gives an opportunity to re-present a lot horse-drawn carriages to take the one-mile trek Before the Mass, a Knights of Columbus color humorous quips. He remarked how the Gospel religion can seem foreboding and mysterious, but silica. There was no homily. There was no grand good news of Jesus Christ in word and deed, and distinctive Franciscan Friar robes, of the stories and histories of the mis- from the mission to the cathedral-basilica. One guard, dozens of deacons and some 200 priests reading was a shorter version of Matthew’s Gos- to be inside the Church is to experience the com- procession, simply prayer. First, echoing off the to bring those who have left the active practice of showed him pieces of pottery that were sionaries, which could surely serve as a carriage held 10 shepherds, including Bishop from across Florida and Georgia processed into pel that chronicles the genealogy of Jesus. He said munity of faith, the beauty of the Gospel of Jesus, cathedral walls was the singular voice of a cantor the faith, as well as the unchurched, to know the possibly used as a cup by Franciscan source of inspiration.” n Frank J. Dewane of Venice; Bishop Martin Hol- the cathedral-basilica. At the altar stood concel- while he prefers the full genealogy to be read, the and the excitement of a mission that challenges us singing a psalm or Scripture verse that reflected joy of the Gospel.” n A11 FLORIDA NEWS Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Council of Catholic Women celebrate 95 years Laura DoDson Catholic Women: Sowers of Hope.” Shiela Florida Catholic correspondent Keynote speakers presented the Hopkins and Bishop John challenges of today’s families and Noonan of MELBOURNE | Promised a their wisdom for solutions. Orlando surprise for the 95th birthday cel- Florida State Sen. Anitere Flores, pose with ebration of the National Council wife, mother of two young boys and Mickey of Catholic Women (NCCW), 675 president of Doral College, has been Mouse women, 44 priests and two bishops instrumental in pro-life legislation during the erupted with spontaneous delight and social justice issues, and ad- National and traditional song as Mickey dressed “Practicing Our Catholic Council of Mouse danced into the salon of the Faith in the Public Square.” Catholic Buena Vista Hilton Hotel Orlando “Being Catholic is something Women on Sept. 11. that has always defined me,” Flores Convention “It’s a first,” declared Bishop said. “I have never waivered in in Orlando. James V. Johnston Jr., newly ap- my concern for issues of our faith. (COURTESY) pointed bishop of Kansas City-St. We understand the importance of Joseph, Mo., NCCW episcopal liai- prayer, but prayer works best when son to the U.S. Conference of Catho- you combine it with action. All of lic Bishops (USCCB). “It’s wonderful us are called at a minimum to vote to have the local flavor included in and be active members in the public our annual convention. The Church arena.” has always been a part of our local Linda Molica is vice president of of Catholic Relief Services (CRS), a is death with dignity, even that the ski celebrated the convention clos- community and Mickey Mouse and Divine Mercy CCW in Merritt Is- wife and mother, reflected on the suicide is assisted when in reality the ing Mass and installation of officers. Disney World are certainly a part of land and a first-time attendee at an accomplishments of the partner- patient must take the drugs them- “I thank you in my name and all this community and all of our lives. NCCW convention. “I’m inspired by ship NCCW and CRS have shared selves; the fear agenda and the hope- bishops for what you do, for who I remember as a young boy watch- all the wonderful Catholic women since 1946. lessness and helplessness of being you are,” Archbishop Wenski said. ing Mickey Mouse and wanting to and I’m proud to be a member,” “I see the women of the Church nonproductive; and forced involve- “For 95 years you have been the be with him. It finally happened. Molica said. “I’ve been to Catholic as the backbone,” Woo said. “A lot of ment that is coming next with the in- voice of Catholic women, sowers of The dream came true!” Days at the Capitol in Tallahas- things have gotten better. Where it tolerance of conscientious objection hope. Today we are surrounded by Mary Matheus, NCCW trea- see three times and what I’m most used to be 12 million children dying and inclusion in health care. corrosive ideologies and idolatries surer from Annunciation Parish interested in is the injustice of the of hunger every year, that number “What kind of a society have we which give us a culture of dispos- in Altamonte Springs, provided laws and getting the message to our is now 7 million. There is so much turned into when we have to give ing of the vulnerable and inno- a 45-minute pictorial retrospec- legislators to get these laws straight.” more to be done.” people the opportunity to kill them- cent; ideologies that don’t have an tive of the growth, development Marybeth Hicks, marketing di- Joan Heide, past president of St. selves and call it health care?” Dr. Re- understanding of marriage as be- and achievements of the NCCW rector for FAITH Catholic, social Jude’s Tequesta CCW, brought new becca Woodhull, NCCW immediate tween one man and one woman. since its inception by the USCCB and media commentator on EWTN, NCCW member Catherine Muscen- past president, asked rhetorically. We should never give in to a spirit in 1920. The generations of wom- Catholic Digest and more, author, te, executive director for develop- “It’s not about choice at all,” said of pessimism. To be sowers of hope en have done much to fulfill their wife, and mother of four young ment and alumni relations for Mol- Jacqlyn Agate, president of St. Au- you must present Christ as he re- mission to “support, empower adults, provided her insights on loy College in Rockville Centre, N.Y. gustine Diocese CCW, who was ally is — not a burden, but a gift. To and educate all Catholic women “Building a Stronger Community “I am so impressed with the op- deeply touched by Doerflinger’s pre- share him with others as mission- in spirituality, leadership and ser- of Catholic Women” with particular portunity for young women to learn sentation. “It’s about control and it’s ary disciples is our joy.” vice,” while “programs respond emphasis on connecting with the Catholic social teaching outside the masked by the word ‘choice.’” Newly installed NCCW Presi- with Gospel values to the needs lives of young women. home and school,” Muscente said. In direct contrast, keynote speak- dent Sheila Hopkins, from the Co- of the Church and society in the “Catholic women are struggling “I think there’s a place for young er Brandon Vogt, content director for Cathedral of St. Thomas More CCW modern world.” to understand our faith while being women in the Council of Catholic Bishop Robert Barron’s Word on Fire in Tallahassee, shared, “When we “I was amazed by how strong the bombarded with the messages of Women.” Catholic Ministries, author, blogger, gather in prayer and friendship, women were in 1920 compared to our culture which are undermining Orlando Bishop John Noonan father of four with one on the way we get food for the journey. NCCW what we’re doing,” said Josephine what they know to be true,” Hicks had celebrated Mass for the woman and not yet 30 years old, presented, is about us and our response to the Gilbert, past president, Miami Arch- said in an interview with the Florida immediately preceding the birth- “A Reason for Our Hope: Five Keys to great commandments to love God diocese. “The energy is still going Catholic. “The Lord is really calling day banquet and encouraged them Sharing the Faith Today.” and our neighbor. We must educate strong. It’s a wheel of love.” us to stand up courageously in our in his homily. Vogt’s five keys are: We must equip ourselves; we must collaborate with The past was celebrated, but the time. Catholic women need to know “Everything we say and do must ourselves with knowledge of our other women’s groups; we must present and future were very much the real answer is a relationship be done with the love of Christ,” faith. Next, we must clear up misper- support women desiring to enter the focus of the four-day conven- with Christ.” Bishop Noonan said. “Let God love ceptions; many people who have left religious life and we must find op- tion with the theme “Be the Voice of Carolyn Woo, president and CEO you. We’ve got to let God love us. the Church don’t really grasp what portunities to address the needs of We’re not in charge. We must be au- the Church teaches. We must share our world today including elderly thentic, not that we are in charge but Catholic resources; there are so concerns with an emphasis on re- Jesus Christ is. Remember that you many now available for the technol- spite care.” do God’s work when you serve in the ogy of the time. We must affirm the “We’re so proud of Sheila,” said world.” positive, reframing the Catholic story Jan DeBonville, past Miami Prov- Contact Jane Radetsky at Richard M. Doerflinger, associate to yes. Vogt pointed out that the only ince director from St. Joan of Arc Advertise in director of the Secretariat of Pro-Life time the Church says no is when it is Parish in Spring Hill. “I’ve attended 1-888-275-9953 or this directory Activities for the USCCB where he a no to another no. For example, the convention since 1983 and worked [email protected] Next deadline: Oct. 12 has worked for 35 years, and bioeth- Church says no to abortion because with Sheila at Catholic Days at the

32963-0925 ics and public policy authority on abortion is a no to life. The Church’s Capitol every year for 20 years. She’s several boards, provided a chilling rules and doctrines are not meant to going to be an advocate on so many account of “Fighting Assisted Sui- limit freedom, but to give the fullness issues and is on top of all the legis- cide: The Lives We Save May Be Our and freedom of life. lation. She will make sure people Own.” And Vogt’s fifth key is to be joyful. know.” Doerflinger presented multiple “Joy is the ultimate apologetic be- Brenda Dolan is the Venice 33262-0925 issues, including: the fact that there cause where you see joy, that’s where Diocese president-elect from St. are 40,000 suicides per year and the God is,” he said. “Joy is the infallible Therese of Lisieux Parish in North median age of assisted suicide is 71; sign of the presence of God.” Fort Myers, who concluded, “How the psychological state of the pa- “I’m 88 years old,” said Joan intense the Holy Spirit’s presence tients — depression (which is cur- Shaughnessy from Fort Walton has been not just at the Masses, but able) — over their terminal or even Beach, “and Brandon Vogt gave me in the speakers and ladies in their chronic though not life-threatening hope that I can get my children back corporal works of mercy. The lega- illnesses, for example diabetes; where they belong.” cy is here with these women and it the myths that it is a choice, that it Miami Archbishop Thomas Wen- gives me hope for the future.” n Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic QUICK READS A12

NATION ill “is no way for our government WORLD derway to reduce the “visibility to make policy on a life-and-death Church called to be of Christianity” in China, and he issue that will affect millions of in- tender mother, not cautioned against a militant re- Activists dividuals and families,” said Los Pope, Council of sponse. Angeles Archbishop Jose H. Go- rigid association resentenced to time mez. “I am deeply disturbed by the Cardinals discuss VATICAN CITY | If the Church Vatican upholds served for protest California Legislature’s decision to how bishops loses touch with its maternal side, allow doctors to help their patients the only thing that remains is “ri- bishop’s refusal to KNOXVILLE, Tenn. | Three kill themselves,” he said. He made are chosen gidity and discipline,” Pope Fran- allow transsexual Plowshares protesters, one of them a the remarks in a statement issued VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis cis said at an early morning Mass religious sister in her mid-80s, were the night of Sept. 11, not long after has asked his international Coun- with members of the international to be godparent resentenced to time served and two the state Senate approved the bill cil of Cardinals to study the way Council of Cardinals advising him VATICAN CITY | The Vatican’s years of unsupervised probation for with a 23-14 vote. The state Assem- the Church vets, identifies and ap- on the reform of the Roman Curia. doctrinal congregation upheld a breaking into a Tennessee nuclear bly passed the bill two days ear- points bishops around the world, Celebrating the feast of Our Lady Spanish bishop’s refusal to allow weapons facility in 2012. The resen- lier 44-35. It has been sent to Gov. looking particularly at the quali- of Sorrows Sept. 15 with the nine a transsexual person to be a god- tencing Sept. 15 was ordered after Jerry Brown for his signature, but ties needed in a bishop today. Near cardinals and other guests, Pope parent. Bishop Rafael Zornoza the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals as of Sept. 14, he had not indicated the end of the council’s meetings Francis focused on Jesus’ words Boy of Cadiz and Ceuta said in a reversed the sabotage convictions of whether he will sign it. According with the pope Sept. 14-16, Jesuit from the cross entrusting Mary written statement that the Cat- Sister Megan Rice, a member of the to an AP story, the bill requires Father Federico Lombardi, Vatican to his beloved disciple as mother. echism of the Catholic Church Society of the Holy Child Jesus from that a patient with a terminal dis- spokesman, briefed reporters on its As Jesus was dying, the pope said, says godparents must be “firm be- Washington, and military veterans ease must be physically capable of work. While one of the main tasks Mary “becomes a mother another lievers, able and ready to help the Michael Walli, also from Washing- taking medication that would end of the nine-member council is to time,” and her maternity expands newly baptized … on the road of ton, and Greg Boertje-Obed from his or her life. It says that a patient assist Pope Francis with the ongo- to embrace the disciple and all Christian life” (1255). The Church Duluth, Minn. Calling themselves must submit written requests for ing reorganization of the Roman those who will come to follow Je- teaches that sponsors must live a the Transform Now Plowshares, the medication, that two doctors Curia, Father Lombardi said that sus throughout history. Jesus had life of faith that is in keeping with the three were convicted in 2013 must approve the request and that from the beginning Pope Francis told his disciples, “I will not leave their function as someone who of the sabotage and depredation of there must be two witnesses. Arch- said he wanted the group to advise you orphans,” the pope said, and must “seriously assume” respon- property counts for breaking into bishop Gomez noted in his state- him on matters of Church gover- he kept his promise by giving Mary sibility for the development and the government’s nuclear weapons ment that in early July, a previous nance in general. With more than to be their mother. “We have a safeguarding of the grace given facility in Oak Ridge, Tenn., and de- bill to allow doctor-assisted suicide 150 new bishops being named each mother who is with us, protects us, at baptism, he said in the state- facing walls. They were sentenced in was pulled by its primary spon- year in the Latin-rite Church, iden- accompanies us and helps us even ment that was published on the February 2014 to 35 months on each sors hours before a state Assembly tifying suitable candidates is a nor- in difficult times and at terrible diocese’s website Sept. 1. If it is not count, to be served concurrently. hearing on it. The bill had already mal part of the governance of the moments,” the pope said. possible to find a person who has U.S. District Judge Amul R. Thapar passed the state Senate, with votes universal Church, the spokesman all of “the necessary qualities,” the resentenced the trio during a tele- largely along party lines. But the said. Prominent priest can confer the sacrament of conference hearing. Thapar had bill’s authors had said it was dead “There is a long process” for baptism without godparents, he sentenced the protesters in February for this year. naming bishops, Father Lombardi Chinese Catholics said. 2014 to 35 months in prison on each said. It includes “questionnaires warn against Given “the confusion” among count, to be served concurrently. Encyclical that are sent out to people who may some of the faithful concerning know the candidates and then the overreaction this decision, the bishop said, he Members of Ohlone unites religious, information is gathered, usually by KONSTANCIN-JEZIORNA, Po- also formally consulted with the nonreligious voices the nunciature,” and recommen- land | Prominent Chinese Catho- Congregation for the Doctrine of tribe to play role in dations are forwarded either to the lics have warned that a campaign the Faith, which reaffirmed the canonization Mass on climate change Congregation for Bishops or, in the to remove crosses from church “impossibility” of allowing an WASHINGTON | Thousands of case of the Church’s mission lands, buildings could signal wider re- openly transsexual person to be a SAN FRANCISCO | Two mem- people inspired by Pope Francis’ to the Congregation for the Evan- strictions on religious freedom, godparent. bers of the Ohlone tribe in Northern encyclical on the environment gelization of Peoples. The congre- but cautioned Christians not to California will play prominent roles planned to rally on the Mall the gations make recommendations to overreact. Priests lacking in the Sept. 23 canonization Mass for morning that the pope addresses the pope. “Whatever those in power do, Blessed Junipero Serra, an 18th-cen- Congress hoping he will acknowl- their first question now is how mercy shouldn’t tury Franciscan who founded nine edge their work on climate change. Church beatifies they can best serve their own in- hear confession; California missions. Pope Francis Rally organizers say it’s possible terests, rather than socialism or will celebrate the Mass in Wash- the pope may even stop by to check teacher killed for any common purpose,” Archbish- get desk job ington on the east portico of the Ba- out the banners promoting the resisting witchcraft op Savio Hon Tai-Fai, secretary of VATICAN CITY | To be a true silica of the National Shrine of the document, “Laudato Si’, On Care the Vatican’s Congregation for the Christian means being forgiving, Immaculate Conception. Andrew for Our Common Home,” on his CAPE TOWN, South Africa | Evangelization of Peoples, told the kind, humble, gentle, generous, Galvan, who is the curator of Dolores way to the Capitol. Planners for the South African Benedict Daswa, ninth European Catholic China merciful and very patient with Mission in San Francisco, will carry Sept. 24 rally, just west of the Capi- who was bludgeoned to death Colloquium in mid-September. one another, Pope Francis said in a reliquary containing a first-class tol, say it will include Catholics 25 years ago for resisting witch- “In this case too, there’s clearly a morning homily. Priests must relic of Blessed Serra to a promi- and non-Catholics as well as en- craft, now has the title of blessed. something behind these nasty be especially merciful, he added, nent place next to the altar. Victor vironmental activists, musicians, The schoolteacher was beatified actions. You don’t provoke the an- saying if that they weren’t, then Medina, one of only a few linguists labor leaders and others who have Sept. 13 in ceremonies that drew ger of the people by burning and they should ask their bishop for fluent in the Chochenyo language of found the pope’s call on the moral- about 30,000 people to the remote ripping down crosses unless you a desk job and “never walk into a the Ohlone people of Northern Cali- ity of protecting the environment a northern South Africa village of want to achieve something,” he confessional, I beg you. A priest fornia, will read the first Scripture bellwether for action. “Pope Fran- Tshitanini, near his home in Lim- said, referring to the removal of who isn’t merciful does much reading in the native tongue. Medi- cis’ message is a message to all popo province. Cardinal Angelo crosses from places of worship damage in the confessional. He na is Galvan’s cousin and assistant people,” Patrick Carolan, executive Amato, prefect of the Congrega- in Zhejiang province, widely be- berates people,” the pope said curator at Dolores Mission. He has director of the Franciscan Action tion for Saints’ Causes, said during lieved China’s most Christian re- Sept. 10 during the Mass in the dedicated himself to studying and Network and one of the organizers the beatification Mass that Blessed gion. In a Sept. 11 interview with chapel of the Domus Sanctae preserving Chochenyo and expand- of the event, said during a Sept. 10 Daswa “gave historic witness to Catholic News Service, Archbish- Marthae. However, if snapping at ing its use. As coverage of the Mass news briefing. “It’s not a message the Gospel, even to the shedding of op Hon said Zhejiang’s provincial people is caused not by a lack of will be seen around the world, it will we should put on a shelf. It’s a call blood” and that “from now on will Communist Party boss appeared compassion, but by being high- be the first international broadcast to action.” Hours before the rally’s be called ‘blessed.’” Blessed Das- to have been encouraged by cen- strung, then “go to a doctor who of that language. early morning start, the Francis- wa, who was 43 when he was mur- tral government figures to con- will give you a pill for your nerves. can Action Network has called dered in 1990, is the first person clude he could further his career Just be merciful,” he said. The Gomez: Bill lets an evening interfaith prayer vigil from the southern African region by attacking local Christians, at pope focused his homily on the for the environment. The gather- to undergo beatification, a step a time when Christianity’s rapid day’s reading from St. Paul’s Letter doctor OK meds for ing at John Marshall Place Park toward sainthood. Blessed Daswa expansion was causing official to the Colossians (3:12-17), which killing a person near the Capitol — also marking was killed by fellow villagers after unease. Father Paul Han, an of- says God’s chosen ones must be the end of Yom Kippur, the Jewish he refused to pay a sorcerer who ficial of the Church’s Jinde Chari- holy, compassionate, kind, gentle LOS ANGELES | California’s Day of Atonement — will continue promised to end lightning storms ties organization, based in Shi- and very forgiving because “as the newly passed measure to legalize through the night and conclude as that were causing heavy damage jiazhuang, said he also believed Lord has forgiven you, so must you assisted suicide for the terminally the rally begins. in the region. government moves were now un- also do.” A13 PAPAL VISIT Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015

Pope Francis Pope, ‘son of immigrant speaks to media aboard family,’ tells Obama he’s his flight from Cuba ready to learn in U.S. to the United Catholic News Service States Sept. 22. WASHINGTON | Pope Francis introduced (PAUL himself to President Barack Obama and all HARING people of the United States as a “son of an im- | CNS) migrant family” arriving in the United States for the first time to learn from others and to share from his own experience. In a country the pope said he knows was “largely built” by immigrant families, he made his debut speech to Americans Sept. 23 on the South Lawn of the White House with Holy Father defends his some 20,000 people in attendance. Obama told him, “Our backyard is not typically this crowded,” but the attendance on a bright, sunny morning was a reflection of the teaching on social issues devotion of U.S. Catholics “and the way your message of love and hope has inspired so Cindy Wooden the negotiations. This is public. Both presi- many people, across our nation and around Catholic News Service dents have said this. It is part of the journey the world.” toward good relations that is underway,” he While obviously honored by the welcome, ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT FROM said. Pope Francis was clear in issuing several CUBA | Pope Francis defended his po- “My desire is that they end up with a challenges, including by publicly voicing his sition on the economy, the environment good result, with an accord that satisfies support for the U.S. bishops’ defense of reli- and other social issues as faithful rep- both sides,” he said. gious freedom. The bishops have objected to etitions of the basic Catholic social doc- The Sept. 19-22 visit to Cuba was “a bit the Obama Administration’s efforts to force trine. of a coincidence,” the pope said. He had almost all employers, including many Catho- Speaking to reporters flying with him hoped to enter the United States through lic institutions, to fund contraception cover- President Barack Obama walks with Pope from Cuba to Washington Sept. 22, the Ciudad Juarez, Mexico, like so many people age in health insurance policies. Francis as the pope greets dignitaries pope was asked about comments, mainly do. But the idea changed when Cuban Pres- “Mr. President,” the pope told him, Ameri- upon his arrival at Joint Base Andrews in from the United States, claiming the pope ident Raul Castro and U.S. President Barack can Catholics want “a society which is truly Maryland just outside of Washington Sept. is a communist and about the Newsweek Obama announced they had an agreement tolerant and inclusive,” one that safeguards 22. (Kevin Lamarque, Reuters | CNS) headline, “Is the pope Catholic?” to begin normalizing their relations. individual rights and rejects “every form of “I am certain I have never said anything Pope Francis also was asked why he did unjust discrimination,” but also respects the recent encyclical “Laudato Si’,” which urges more than what is in the social doctrine not meet Cuban dissidents and other oppo- deeply held religious beliefs of citizens and nations and the international community to of the church,” he responded. “I follow nents of the Cuban opposition. the moral and ethical obligations that flow take concrete, serious action to slow climate the church and in this, I do not think I am “It was very clear I was not holding pri- from them. change and help the poor, who are most im- wrong.” vate audiences in the nunciature — not Obama, in his remarks, spoke about reli- pacted by environmental destruction. “Maybe I have given an impression of even with other heads of state,” the pope gious freedom as well, but referred only to the “Climate change is a problem which can being a little bit to the left,” the pope admit- said, apparently referring to Argentine defense of Christians being persecuted and no longer be left to a future generation,” the ted. “But if they want me to recite the Creed, President Cristina Fernandez de Kirchner, even killed for their beliefs around the world. pope told the president. Now is a “critical mo- I can!” who had traveled to Havana for the papal The pope arrived in the United States from ment” when it is still possible to make positive Pope Francis said a cardinal “who is visit. Cuba, and both he and the president spoke changes, but they must be made quickly. a friend” was telling him about an older Officials at the Vatican Embassy in Ha- about efforts to normalize relations between “Such change demands on our part a seri- Catholic lady, “a good woman, but a bit vana did, however, make a telephone call the two countries after more than five de- ous and responsible recognition not only of rigid,” who had questions about the de- to a representative of a dissident group and cades of tension and estrangement. the kind of world we may be leaving to our scription of the Antichrist in the Book of invited several members of the group to be “The efforts which were recently made to children, but also to the millions of people Revelation and if that was the same thing among those greeted by the pope at Ha- mend broken relationships and to open new living under a system which has overlooked as an “anti-pope.” vana’s cathedral, he said. doors to cooperation within our human fam- them,” he said. “’Why are you asking,’ the cardinal said. “I greeted many people there, but no ily represent positive steps along the path of The earth itself has been excluded from ‘Well, I am sure Pope Francis is the anti- one identified himself as a dissident,” Pope reconciliation, justice and freedom,” Pope people’s concern just as the poor have, the pope.’ Francis said. Francis told the president. pope said. “To use a telling phrase of the Rev. “’Why do you say that?’ Pope Francis was also asked about his Although Pope Francis consistently has Martin Luther King, we can say that we have “’Well, because he renounced the red private meeting with former Cuban Presi- downplayed his role in encouraging and sup- defaulted on a promissory note, and now is shoes, which are so historic,’” the pope said dent Fidel Castro and specifically if he porting Obama and Raul Castro’s talks, the the time to honor it.” the woman responded. thought Castro had “repented” of having president told him, “Holy Father, we are grate- Obama thanked Pope Francis for his en- People have all sorts of reasons to think, treated the Catholic Church so harshly. ful for your invaluable support of our new be- cyclical, but spent most of his speech praising “he’s communist or he’s not communist,” “’Repentance’ is something intimate, ginning with the Cuban people, which holds the pope’s leadership style. the pope said. having to do with the conscience,” he said. out the promise of better relations between “Your Holiness, in your words and deeds, Pope Francis also referred to the social “In my meeting with Fidel we spoke our countries, greater cooperation across our you set a profound moral example,” he said. teaching of the church when asked about about the Jesuits he had known” as a stu- hemisphere and a better life for the Cuban “In these gentle but firm reminders of our ob- the U.S. economic embargo of Cuba. The dent of a Jesuit school, the pope said, and people.” ligations to God and to one another, you are social doctrine is critical of economic em- about how hard Jesuits used to make their The crowd on the lawn applauded almost shaking us out of complacency. bargoes, especially those that last for years, students work. every line of the speeches of both Pope Fran- “All of us may, at times, experience dis- because of their impact on the poor. “And we spoke a lot about the encyclical, cis and Obama. The pope, who claims his comfort when we contemplate the distance But he said he did not intend to discuss ‘Laudato Si’,’ because he is very interested English is very rudimentary, read the speech between how we lead our daily lives and what the Cuban embargo in his speech to the in the theme of ecology. It was not a very in a clear English and used his hands to em- we know to be true and right,” the president U.S. Congress, but he would talk more formal meeting, but spontaneous, with his phasize some points. said, but the call also gives people confidence in general of the importance of bilateral family there,” the pope said. Before moving inside for a private con- that they need to “come together, in humility agreements to promote progress, peace “We did not talk about the past,” he versation, both leaders also spoke about the and service, and pursue a world that is more and the common good. said, except for “his experience with the environment and, particularly, Pope Francis’ loving, more just, and more free.” n “The problem of the embargo is part of Jesuits.” n Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic PAPAL VISIT A14 Be concerned shepherds, pope tells U.S. bishops

Cindy Wooden Pope Catholic News Service Francis greets WASHINGTON | Acknowledg- Wash- ing the real challenges and burdens ington the U.S. bishops face in their minis- Cardinal try, Pope Francis shared with them Donald his own experience as a pastor W. Wuerl and urged them to keep their eyes of Wash- focused on Jesus and their hearts ington as open to others. the pope “Woe to us,” he said, “if we make meets of the cross a banner of worldly with U.S. struggles and fail to realize that the bishops in the price of lasting victory is allowing Cathedral ourselves to be wounded and con- of St. sumed.” Matthew The 78-year-old pope met the the U.S. bishops Sept. 23 in Washing- Bishop Robert Malone of Buffalo, N.Y., snaps a photograph Apostle. ton’s Cathedral of St. Matthew the before a prayer and meeting with Pope Francis at the (PAUL Apostle for midday prayer. His Cathedral of St. Matthew the Apostle Washington Sept. 23. In HARING speech to them, delivered in Ital- the background at far left is BIshop Frank Dewane of Venice. | CNS) ian, was expected to be among the (LISA JOHNSTON, ST. LOUIS REVIEW | CNS) longest of those he would give in the United States. above the center cathedral doors Pope Francis also acknowledged church can attract people by being decline whenever we confuse the “I did not come to judge you or that read, “Welcome Pope Francis.” the “courage” and the “mortifica- “the family fire” that offers warmth, power of strength with the strength to lecture,” the pope said, but he Dozens of office workers in high- tion and great sacrifice” made by comfort and community. of that powerlessness with which wanted to address the bishops “as a rise buildings around the cathedral the U.S. bishops as they came to To do that, the church must be God has redeemed us.” brother among brothers, “ one who pressed their faces or smartphones grips with the clerical sexual abuse certain of “the embers” of Christ’s Encounter and dialogue must be served as archbishop of a large, di- to the glass windows in hopes of crisis and its impact on survivors. presence, “kindled in the fire of his the hallmarks of a bishop’s interac- verse archdiocese and now, “in old getting a better glimpse and photo “I realize how much the pain of passion,” he said. “Whenever this tions with others, especially with age,” is called to encourage Catho- of the pontiff on the steps leading recent years has weighed upon you, certainty weakens, we end up being those who hold differing opinions, lics around the world. up the cathedral. and I have supported your gener- caretakers of ash, and not guard- the pope said. Dialogue is not “a Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz, In his speech, Pope Francis fo- ous commitment to bring healing to ians and dispensers of the true light shrewd strategy” but the path Jesus president of the U.S. bishops’ con- cused on the basic qualities needed victims — in the knowledge that in and the warmth which causes our chose to offer his love to all people. ference, welcomed Pope Francis, in a shepherd, a pastor called to healing we, too, are healed — and to hearts to burn within us.” Without listening and dialogue, telling him, “Your humble witness share the good news of Jesus Christ work to ensure that such crimes will Sharing the faith, he said, “is he said, “we fail to understand the that no one is beyond the heal- and God’s mercy in word and deeds. never be repeated,” he said. not about preaching complicated thinking of others or to realize deep ing power of Christ’s mercy and The Catholic Church in the Unit- At the same time, Pope Francis doctrines, but joyfully proclaim- down that the brother or sister we love energizes the church. True to ed States already excels at that mis- insisted that no matter the chal- ing Christ who died and rose for our wish to reach and redeem with the our heritage, we seek to spread the sion in so many ways, the pope told lenge, the misunderstanding and sake.” power and the closeness of love, Good News so that each human life them. “Whenever a hand reaches even hostility the bishops face, they People need to know that the counts more than their positions, is cherished and given an opportu- out to do good or to show the love cannot stop “to lick one’s wounds, message is for them, not for an ab- distant as they may be from what nity to flourish.” of Christ, to dry a tear or bring com- to think back on bygone times and stract group, or worse, for a group we hold as true and certain.” The pope also was welcomed by fort to the lonely, to show the way to devise harsh responses to fierce of like-minded people, Pope Fran- “Harsh and divisive language Washington Cardinal Donald W. to one who is lost or to console a opposition.” cis insisted. “May the word of God does not befit the tongue of a pas- Wuerl, who rode with Pope Francis broken heart, to help the fallen or The ministry with which they grant meaning and fullness to ev- tor,” Pope Francis said. “It has no in the popemobile part of the way to teach those thirsting for truth, to have been entrusted is God’s, not ery aspect of their lives; may the place in his heart; although it may from the White House to the cathe- forgive or to offer a new start in God theirs, he said. sacraments nourish them with that momentarily seem to win the day, dral. ... know that the pope is at your side Compassion, joy, inclusivity, sim- food which they cannot procure for only the enduring allure of good- A majority of the country’s more and supports you.” plicity, dialogue, self-giving, mercy themselves; may the closeness of ness and love remains truly con- than 400 bishops were present for He also praised the bishops’ de- and humility must mark a bishops’ the shepherd make them long once vincing.” n the meeting. Many of them, after fense of the unborn and the U.S. ministry, the pope told them. again for the Father’s embrace.” arriving in a bus caravan, stopped Catholic community’s history of “As pastors, we know well how Bishops, he said, must “flee the Contributing to this story was Da- to take photos with their smart- welcoming and assisting migrants much darkness and cold there is in temptation of narcissism” and rec- vid Sedeno in Washington. phones of a cream-colored sign and refugees. this world,” he told them. But the ognize that “we fall into hopeless New Hampshire candle maker supplied ground zero candle

Nicole Pellicano The wax for each candle is made children, done so with this one shipment from Marklin while the While Marklin previously Catholic News Service in Marklin’s apiary, where 50,000 hope in mind: “If we want a world pope is in New York. dreamed of making candles for St. bees in one hive yield more than to pass on to our children, and our Earlier this year following a Mass Peter’s Basilica in Rome, he now VATICAN CITY | A New Hamp- a hundred pounds of honey in the children’s children, we as a people in the Upper West side of Manhat- hopes that the pope will use these shire-based candle maker pro- course of a season, yet a mere one to need to pray for peace,” he said. tan, Marklin said he and his wife candles in his own private prayer. duced the candle that was to be lit two pounds of beeswax in the same Beeswax makes up over half of met Archbishop Bernardito Auza, “I would love to have Pope Fran- by Pope Francis at ground zero in time frame. The two-foot tall candle the six-pound candle, making an the Vatican’s U.N. nuncio, with cis call me up to send him more New York Sept. 25. that will be lit by Pope Francis is the already delicate product even more whom Pope Francis will be staying candles,” he said. Martin Marklin, who runs Mark- result of more than 100,000 bees’ la- susceptible to damage when in during his visit to New York City. Attached to the prayer sets was lin Candle Design with his wife, bor, he said. transit, he said. While preparing for the pope’s a personal card and honey from Christine, in Contoocook, also The candle was hand dipped With upward of 30 years’ experi- stateside arrival, Marklin sent over Marklin’s bee farm. made the liturgical candles for the over the course of several days. It ence, Marklin has the process down to the archbishop what he felt was “Let’s keep each other, and all U.S. visits of Pope John Paul II and then took over a day to decorate to a science, fabricating two identi- the most important package of all. God’s people, in constant prayer,” Pope Benedict XVI. And he takes the candle with two papal coats of cal candles for each event and ship- “I sent two beeswax prayer candle Marklin wrote to the pope. “May immense pride in what can be con- arms, colored wax, and gold leaf. ping them separately. But in addi- sets, with bases that I turned my- this honey, also a gift from my bees, sidered as works of art, he told Cath- On the bottom of the candle, tion to the paschal candle, Pope self. One for (Archbishop Auza) and remind you to taste and see how olic News Service by email Sept. 23. Marklin carved the initials of his Francis will receive another special one to give Pope Francis.” good the Lord is.” n A15 PAPAL VISIT Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Be concerned shepherds, pope tells U.S. bishops Pope urges Cuba’s youths, consecrated to love

Cindy Wooden pope said, “he embraced them.” Catholic News Service The confessional, he said, is where every man and woman re- HAVANA | In a hot and steamy veals his or her misery. cathedral after listening to a “If you are without sin, throw the Daughter of Charity talk about her first stone, but only on that condi- work with people with severe dis- tion,” the pope told the priests. “And abilities, Pope Francis set aside his think, you could be in that position prepared homily and spoke about and remember that in that moment, serving those the world considers you hold a treasure in your hands,” “useless.” the ministerial power to forgive sins “Serving ‘the useless’ makes Je- in God’s name. sus shine,” the pope said at an eve- Cardinal Jaime Ortega Alamino ning prayer service Sept. 20 with of Havana introduced the congre- religious, priests and seminarians gation to the pope, telling him, “the gathered in Havana’s cathedral. Church in Cuba is a poor Church,” Pope Francis thanked women and the way that Cuban priests and religious around the world who religious and foreign missionar- dedicate themselves with love to ies embrace that poverty “is admi- caring for people the world ignores rable.” or would like to forget. Pope Francis said the cardinal “Thank you for what you do and “used an uncomfortable word: pov- through you, thank you to all of erty. The spirit of the world does these women, so many consecrated not know that word, doesn’t seek it, At left, Pope Francis blesses a boy with a disability at the Father Felix Varela cultural center in Havana women, for their service to the ‘use- hides it.” Sept. 20. At right, Pope Francis embraces a nun during vespers at the cathedral in Havana Sept. 20. less,’” he said. The religious “are Poverty, he said, can be a person’s (photos by Paul Haring | CNS) not building an empire, you can’t greatest wealth, but the search for make any money off of it, you can’t wealth can destroy a person’s life. begin her work, she said, another He began by telling the youths of timism. It takes effort and a willing- carry forward anything absolutely Quoting the Jesuit founder, St. sister told her she would not be able a saying he likes: “People have two ness to sacrifice and even suffer for ‘constructive’ in quotes with those Ignatius of Loyola, the pope said he to help “staring at Jesus” present in eyes, one of flesh and the other of a goal. brothers and sisters of ours — the wasn’t giving his order publicity, but her patients. glass. With the eye of flesh we see “It’s not easy. You cannot take it smallest, the least of these. That’s found wisdom in St. Ignatius’ teach- “The place I live is beautiful,” what we look at. With the glass eye alone,” he said. “There is an African where Jesus shines.” ing that poverty “is the wall and the she told the pope. “It is beautiful we see what we dream.” proverb that says ‘If you want to go Those “who try to kiss you and mother” of consecrated life. It stim- because there, God lives and shows “Dream that you can make the fast, go alone. If you want to walk far, cover your face with drool,” he said, ulates trust in God and blocks out himself in his weakest children.” world different. Dream that you can go with someone. I want you to walk “speak of Jesus.” worldliness. Pope Francis said Sister Ponce’s make it better,” he told them. “Don’t with each other.’ The pope said he knew the “Love poverty the way you love testimony was an illustration of forget to dream.” “Even though you may think priests present, who work in normal your mother,” he told them. responding to Jesus’ teaching that Picking up on one of the themes differently, that you have different parishes, were probably wondering A wise old priest once told him, whatever one does for the least of he was discussing with the religious, points of view, I want you to walk to- what they should be doing to serve the pope said, that when a religious his brothers and sisters is done for Pope Francis told the young people gether,” he said. “It is the sweet hope Jesus in the smallest, the weakest community becomes too attached him. “the empire of the god money” pro- of homeland for which we must and the least of society. to money, God usually sends a di- Leaving the cathedral, the pope motes the idea that one can and come together. Start with the 25th chapter of sastrous treasurer — “it’s a bless- went outside to meet young peo- should discard anything or anyone “I urge you to try to talk about Matthew’s Gospel, he said, feeding ing.” ple — Catholics, followers of other that is not useful or productive, in- what we have in common and then the hungry, clothing the naked and Daughter of Charity Sister faiths and nonbelievers — at the cluding young people and the el- we can talk about our differences. welcoming the stranger. And, he Yaileny Ponce Torres, who works Father Felix Varela cultural center. derly. This is only possible when we have begged them, spend time offering at a large government-run home Dreaming, hope and friend- Societies and nations that do not the ability to dialogue.” the sacrament of reconciliation, pa- for people with severe handicaps, ship were the key topics of his talk, invest in their young people, he said, Before leaving, Pope Francis tiently and tenderly welcoming all. spoke before the pope about her which like his talk inside the cathe- are stripping themselves of hope. asked the young people if they want- Jesus did not berate sinners, the ministry. When she was about to dral, was ad-libbed. Hope, he said, is not just easy op- ed him to pray with them. n Po’ pe s mass in holguin Jesus’ love changes people, enables them to love others

Cindy Wooden “looked at him with the eyes of mer- ginning of his vocation to be a Jesuit pope then whispered in Latin the in silence and with gratitude an oc- Catholic News Service cy; he looked at him as no one had and a priest. words he said to the cardinals: “I casion when they felt that merciful ever looked at him before.” When Jesuit Father Antonio am a sinner, but I trust in the infi- gaze of Christ. HOLGUIN, Cuba | Celebrat- “And this look unlocked Mat- Spadaro, editor of La Civilta Cattol- nite mercy and patience of Our Lord Jesus’ love, his mercy and his call ing the feast of St. Matthew, a day thew’s heart,” the pope said. “It set ica, conducted the first long inter- Jesus Christ, and I accept in a spirit to follow are also calls to love oth- he considers a turning point in his him free, it healed him, it gave him view with Pope Francis in 2013, the of penance.” ers, respect their dignity and show own journey of faith, Pope Francis hope, a new life,” just as Jesus’ mer- pope told him Caravaggio’s paint- Preaching under bright, sunny them mercy, the pope said. “Jesus’ told thousands of Cubans that Jesus ciful gaze gives new life to men and ing of “The Calling of St. Matthew” skies in Holguin, Pope Francis told love heals our short-sightedness knows who they really are and calls women today. reminds him of himself. the people, “Jesus’ love goes before and pushes us to look beyond, not them to walk with him. The story of St. Matthew’s call “That finger of Jesus, pointing us, his look anticipates our needs. to be satisfied with appearances or Arriving in the eastern city of and conversion is one the pope at Matthew. That’s me. I feel like He can see beyond appearances, with what is politically correct.” Holguin from Havana Sept. 21, talks about often. The feast day him. Like Matthew,” he told Father beyond sin, beyond failures and Pope Francis asked the crowd to the pope went directly to the city’s is the first day of spring in Argen- Spadaro. “It is the gesture of Mat- unworthiness.” practice gazing upon Jesus in the Revolution Square for the feast day tina, a day students have free from thew that strikes me: he holds on to Jesus, he said, sees “our dignity Eucharist, in confession and “in Mass. People had the day off work school. It was the day in 1953 that a his money as if to say, ‘No, not me! as sons and daughters, a dignity all our brothers and sisters, especially and off school so they could attend. 17-year-old Jorge Mario Bergoglio No, this money is mine.’ Here, this is of us have, a dignity sometimes sul- those who feel excluded or aban- The pope explained to the people felt a strange urge to enter a church me, a sinner on whom the Lord has lied by sin, but one which endures doned. May we learn to see them as in the square that Matthew was a and go to confession. He often returned his gaze. And this is what I in the depth of our soul.” Jesus sees us.” n tax collector for the Roman occupi- counts the story and his feeling that said when they asked me if I would Pope Francis asked people in ers, which meant that he was seen the priest in the confessional was accept my election as pontiff.” the crowd to find a quiet time at Contributing to this story was as a traitor to be shunned. But Jesus waiting just for him; it was the be- Father Spadaro wrote that the home or in a church to remember Rhina Guidos in Holguin. Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic PAPAL VISIT A16 Pope in Cuba: Serve people, not ideology

Cindy Wooden havior. With Pope Catholic News Service Using the normal Sunday Mass Francis readings, the pope’s homily was a sitting in the HAVANA | As Cubans finally reflection on the Gospel passage background, face the prospects of calmer rela- from St. Mark in which the disciples Archbishop tionships and greater ease of com- are arguing about who among them Thomas munication and commerce with is the greatest, and Jesus asks what Wenski the United States, Pope Francis told they were discussing. of Miami the Cuban people that love and ser- “We, too, can be caught up in prepares vice, not anyone’s ideology, are the these same arguments: Who is the the gifts for keys to their happiness. most important?” the pope said. “I consecration “We do not serve ideas, we serve remember more than once, at fami- during people,” the pope told hundreds ly gatherings, children being asked, the Mass of thousands of people gathered ‘Who do you love more, Mommy or celebrated in Havana in Havana’s Revolution Square for Daddy?’ It’s like asking them, ‘Who Sept. 20. (FC Mass Sept. 20. is the most important for you?’” PHOTO) For decades the square has been In the lives of individuals and na- the site of major communist gov- tions, he said, the question of who is ernment rallies and is dominated most important can take on historic by a huge image of Ernesto “Che” importance because it motivates Guevara, an Argentine Marxist action and choices. “The history of who became a leader in the Cuban humanity has been marked by the said. Such an attitude always leads Revolution of the 1950s. The image answer we give to this question,” he to judging and excluding some peo- of Che was prominent at the pope’s said. ple as outsiders. Mass, but so was a banner pro- “Jesus is not afraid of people’s “Being a Christian entails proclaiming Pope Francis a “mission- questions; he is not afraid of our moting the dignity of our brothers ary of mercy” and an even bigger humanity or the different things and sisters, fighting for it, living for image of the merciful Jesus. we are looking for,” Pope Francis it,” he said. After decades of communism, Mass told the crowd, which had filled the Pope Francis said he knows the attendance in Cuba is low; even the square before the sun came up. “He Cuban people and the Catholic Vatican reports that only 60 per- knows the ‘twists and turns’ of the Church in Cuba have suffered. Yet, cent of the population is baptized human heart, and, as a good teach- he said, they still know how to cel- Catholic. But as a sign of the pope’s er, he is always ready to encourage ebrate, to praise God and to serve hopes for the growth of the Church and support us.” others. The greatness of a people in Cuba, he granted an exception Jesus takes “our searching, our and a nation, he said, is how it to his normal practice of person- aspirations, and he gives them serves the vulnerable. Pope Francis waves to the crowd in the Plaza de la Revolucion, ally giving Communion only to the a new horizon” and challenges Cardinal Jaime Ortega Alamino Havana, during his popemobile tour before the Mass. At left is altar servers and other ministers people, he said. Jesus sets aside the of Havana addressed the pope Cardinal Jaime Ortega Alamino of Havana. (ROCIO GRANADOS | LA at his public Masses. Five Cuban “right answers” and replaces them in saying “Thank you for com- VOZ CATOLICA) children received their first Com- with the standard of love as the ing to visit our land, our beloved munion from the pope at the Mass. measure of all. Love, he said, is lived Cuba; thank you for sowing with renewing relations between Cuba but also promote reconciliation In his homily, Pope Francis fo- in a concrete commitment to car- your pontificate, good and neces- and the United States, which will between people in Cuba and Cu- cused on an aspect of Jesus’ min- ing for others — especially the most sary questions in our consciences, bring such benefit to our people.” bans who emigrated. “Only love istry that he tries to imitate: First vulnerable. It does not see superi- which had been sleeping and ac- Normal, friendly and coopera- and forgiveness among us will be a of all, identify the good in a person, ority, or the best jobs with the best customed to mediocrity.” tive relations, the cardinal said, valid means for a true and peaceful then help or challenge him or her benefits and it is not about helping He particularly thanked the should reach not just the highest renewal of our Cuban nation,” the to build on that good instinct or be- just “my people” or “our people,” he pope “for promoting the process of political levels in both countries, cardinal said. n Pope visits Fidel Castro the Church is handling the ethical book and two CDs of homilies by Je- Cindy Wooden challenges posed by scientific and suit Father Armando Llorente, who Catholic News Service technological developments and had been one of Castro’s teachers in the relationship between faith and high school in Belen, Cuba. HAVANA | Although it was not reason, as well as the pope’s con- To round off the gifts, Pope Fran- part of his formal program, Pope cerns about a growing number of cis also brought the former Cuban Francis took time after Sunday people who don’t believe in God or leader copies of his apostolic exhor- Mass to visit Cuba’s ailing former act as if God does not exist. tation, “The Joy of the Gospel,” and leader, Fidel Castro. “In the end,” Father Lombardi “Laudato Si’,” his encyclical on the Jesuit Father Federico Lombardi, said at the time, “Commandante environment. Castro returned the Vatican spokesman, said that after Fidel asked the pope to send him a favor by giving the pope a copy of the Mass Sept. 20 in Havana’s Revo- few books” dealing with the ques- “Fidel & Religion: A Conversation lution Square, Pope Francis was tions he had. With Fidel Castro” by Frei Betto. driven to the ailing 89-year-old’s Pope Francis arrived at the After lunch and a rest, Pope Fran- residence for the meeting, which meeting at Castro’s home ready to cis made a formal visit to President Pope Francis and former Cuban President Fidel Castro speak at lasted 30-40 minutes. continue the discussion and fulfill Raul Castro in Havana’s Palace of Castro’s residence in Havana Sept. 20. (ALEX CASTRO, AIN HANDOUT In the presence of Castro’s wife, Castro’s desire to read more. Father the Revolution. While the pope and VIA REUTERS | CNS) children and grandchildren, Father Lombardi said the pope gave Castro president were meeting privately, Lombardi said, the meeting was two books by the Italian catechist, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, his secre- vately before exchanging gifts. Pope to Castro. “familial and informal.” Father Alessandro Pronzato. One tary of state, and top Vatican diplo- Francis gave the president a mosaic Castro’s gift to the pope was an Pope Francis, he said, picked up of the books is about the impor- mats were holding talks with Cuban of Our Lady of Charity of El Cobre enormous crucifix, which had been on the conversation Pope Bene- tance of humor and happiness in Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez made in the Vatican mosaic studio. covered with a huge white cloth. dict XVI had with Castro in 2012. the spiritual life and the other on Parrilla and his staff. The pope invited the artist, Valen- The president ceremoniously un- At that time, Father Lombardi had the Gospel and social issues. In ad- The pope and president spent tina Ambrosi, to join his entourage veiled it, revealing the cross made said Castro had asked about how dition, he said, the pope brought a about 45 minutes speaking pri- for the trip, and he introduced her of bundled boat oars. n A17 PAPAL VISIT Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Few win tickets to NYC papal Mass in raffles Beth Griffin merger during the summer received wanted it to be transparent and I Catholic News Service “the total for the average of the two didn’t want to attract people skim- previous unmerged parishes,” he ming through parish websites look- RYE, N.Y. | Dust off the raffle told CNS. ing for tickets. I felt they should go to barrel and bring it to the front of the Anecdotal information suggests our parishioners,” she said. church. There will be winners today! ticket allotment ranged widely, from Callers’ names were checked At the intersection of arithmetic a low of 10 to a high greater than 50. against the parish roster and put and justice, pastors in the Archdio- Some parishes used a first-come, into a “Whom Shall I Send” jar that cese of New York are conducting first-served call-in system; others Committo decorated with a picture distinctive raffles to distribute the set aside a few for staff and trustees of Pope Francis. Father Brian Bren- limited tickets allocated to each before opening a lottery; many went nan, the pastor, pulled the names of parish for the Sept. 25 papal Mass at directly to a raffle. winners of five pairs of tickets. Madison Square Garden. Msgr. Donald M. Dwyer, pastor of At St. Stephen, the First Martyr in Father Michael P. Kerrigan, pas- Resurrection Parish in Rye, recruit- Warwick, pastor Father Jack Arlotta tor of St. John-Visitation Parish in ed Pope Francis to help. Actually, allocated 33 tickets by drawing en- the Bronx, had 10 tickets to spread Msgr. Dwyer placed a life-size card- trants’ names from a bag. In Man- among parishioners of his newly board cutout of the pontiff in front hattan, Father Austin Titus raffled merged parish in the Kingsbridge Father Antonio Astudillo addresses the congregation following a Mass of the pulpit to oversee the bowl in four tickets at each of five weekend neighborhood. He located the clas- at St. John-Visitation Church in the Bronx borough of New York Sept. 13. which people put their names. Masses at Epiphany. sic Lucite raffle barrel in the garage The pastor, Father Michael P. Kerrigan, second from right, helps prepare He said more than 250 people Tickets will not be delivered to of the church he has served for al- a raffle to select parishioners who will receive tickets to Mass at Madison entered for a chance to win a set of the parishes until the week of the most two years. With the careful ap- Square Garden in New York City Sept. 25. (Gregory A. Shemitz | CNS) three tickets, “far surpassing any- papal Mass. Lottery entrants at plication of a cardboard patch and thing in my wildest dreams,” Msgr. each parish were advised to be pre- some duct tape, it was the perfect pope she will see in New York. In The Archdiocese of New York Dwyer said. He chose a lottery to pared to get themselves to Madison vehicle for the advertised raffle. 2008, she waited on Fifth Avenue for claims more than 5.8 million pa- offer tickets to a cross section of the Square Garden via public transpor- At the end of each Mass the week- hours to get a glimpse of Pope Bene- rishioners in 294 parishes in 10 suburban parish and make the pro- tation and plan to spend the after- end of Sept. 12 and 13, an usher dict XVI. counties. Madison Square Garden cess “completely democratic,” he noon and evening there. emptied collection envelopes from At the 10 a.m. Mass on Sunday, holds approximately 20,000 people. said. Distributing them in threes is In addition, Father Kerrigan re- the locked offertory bag into the winner Veronica Rodriguez said Catholics in neighboring dioceses in a way to help families attend Mass minded potential winners that the drum. Father Kerrigan chose two she was so emotional her eyes wa- New York, Connecticut and New Jer- together, he said. tickets had to be used by themselves winners at each Mass. On Saturday tered. “Oh, my gosh! I had prayed to sey also are interested in attending Two schoolchildren and the par- or family members and not sold. night, two students from St. Joseph’s win,” she told CNS. She said she told the Mass. Those dioceses will get to ish secretary helped the pastor pick Some of the 80,000 tickets offered Seminary who spoke at the Mass other members of her prayer group share a modest number of tickets. the 17 winners out of the bowl. He by the city of New York for the papal were pressed into service to move it was a sure sign of a true and living But don’t get out the calculator: Not heard screams of excitement when motorcade through Central Park en the barrel into place and turn it to God. “When you ask, he will give it all of the tickets are earmarked for people received the good news over route to the Mass have been offered mix the entries. to you.” parishioners. the phone, he said. for sale on Craigslist and eBay. In a Helen Ferris was the first win- Father Kerrigan said he thought According to archdiocesan Jo- Cheryl Committo, administrator statement, Cardinal Timothy M. ner. A lifelong parishioner who was the parishioners might appreciate seph Zwilling, archdiocesan direc- at Holy Name of Mary in Croton- Dolan of New York said to attempt baptized in the church, Ferris was a little drama. Ultimately, he was tor of communications, tickets al- on-Hudson, said an announcement and resell the tickets and profit from surprised at her good fortune and looking for a good and fair way to ac- located to parishes were based on was made at Masses that 10 tickets the pope’s time in New York “goes delighted for the opportunity to at- knowledge loyal parishioners who average Sunday Mass attendance. were available and interested peo- against everything Pope Francis tend the Mass. This will be the third come to church each week, he said. Parishes affected by a widespread ple should call the parish office. “I stands for.” n Philadelphia family surprised at Mass with news they’ll meet pope Lou Baldwin police officer with the Philadelphia For the announcement of the Catholic News Service Police Department’s highway patrol Bowes family’s selection to greet division, was seriously wounded by the pope, Rick had been given a PHILADELPHIA | Rick and Ber- a felon who had just killed another heads-up by Msgr. Garvin just to nadette Bowes and their children — officer. It was only recently that he make certain they would all attend Matthew, Riley and Gabrielle — got was sufficiently healed to take a new that particular Mass. Bernadette, quite the surprise Sept. 13 at their position with the Pennsylvania Of- who thought maybe the family was parish church: They learned they’ll fice of Attorney General. going to be asked to bring up the of- get to meet Pope Francis. When he It is not, however, because of he- fertory gifts, burst into tears at the alights from his plane in Philadel- roics in the line of duty that Rick announcement. She really was in phia Sept. 26, the family will be right and his family were chosen. “They need of a bit of happy news because there to officially greet him. are an exceptional Catholic family, she had just buried her mother, Joan Donna Crilley Farrell, execu- active in the parish and the com- McLaughlin. It was expected but tive director for the World Meeting munity,” said St. Christopher’s pas- still a major sorrow. of Families, announced the family tor, Msgr. Joseph Garvin, who nomi- Rick still can’t quite get his head had been chosen at the conclusion nated them for the honor. “ around his family getting to greet of the 10:30 a.m. Sunday Mass at St. Their faith goes way back. Rick Pope Francis. “I think he is going to Christopher Parish in the Somerset is a graduate of Ascension of Our be a saint in the future and we are section of the city. The instant ap- Lord School and Northeast Catholic meeting him,” he said. “He is so for- Bernadette Bowes of Philadelphia reacts Sept. 13 to hearing that plause of parishioners was clearly High, both now closed, while Ber- ward thinking, bringing the Church her family will greet Pope Franics upon his arrival in Philadelphia. from the heart. nadette graduated from St. Martha up to modern times.” (Sarah Webb, CatholicPhilly.com | CNS) Rick and Bernadette and their School and Archbishop Ryan High. Family is all important to Rick children typify a solid Catholic The kids are in the seventh, sixth and Bernadette. “We lean on each three hospital stays, and he was not Bernadette and Rick think there family, and family is the focus of and third grades at St. Christopher. other and we come together as a really able to do much to help Ber- are many others more deserving of the World Meeting of Families in Msgr. Gavin recalls that after unit,” Rick said. “We always try to nadette with their three young chil- the honor to greet Pope Francis, and Philadelphia. The international Rick’s literal brush with death, the pull each other up and be the best dren. Now he looks on the bright it is humbling. Their kids of course gathering was the initial impetus parish sent a check to assist with person we can be. That’s what we side. His police work was mostly on are excited. Speaking for the three, for the pope to visit the U.S. He will the bills for his lengthy recovery. try to teach to our children. Even in the 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. shift with lots of Gabrielle, the youngest, said, “I’m attend the closing events, including Bernadette sent it back to Msgr. our darkest times, faith was there weekend work. Now he works 9 to so happy I couldn’t believe it.” As the celebration of Mass Sept. 26 on Garvin with the family’s gratitude for us; we prayed when things didn’t 5, no weekends. “To me everything for her message to Pope Francis, it is Philadelphia’s Benjamin Franklin and thanks, saying there must be look good.” happens for a reason,” he said. “Now one universally shared in the Phila- Parkway. people in the parish who needed it Rick’s recovery took five years I’m home every day for the kids. I delphia Archdiocese: “Welcome to Seven years ago Rick, who was a more than they did. and included seven surgeries and have a normal life.” Philadelphia. I hope you enjoy it.” n Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic PAPAL VISIT A18

Pre paring for world meeting of family Church leaders affirm commitment to family Laura Ieraci to the faithful at the Mass. families live today, what their prob- Catholic News Service Pope Francis The theme of the eighth interna- lems are, their hopes, and how we reaches tional World Meeting of Families is can help those that are healthy, and from the PHILADELPHIA | Known as “Love is Our Mission, The Family not so healthy, to be more of a fam- popemobile the City of Brotherly Love, Philadel- Fully Alive.” ily.” as a child is phia will be “the city of family love” Dozens of speakers are expected Archbishop Paglia said the World brought to and the “world capital of families” to address issues that families face, Meeting of Families communicates him along during the four-day World Meeting such as raising children, dealing that the family is not just important a parade of Families, said Archbishop Vin- with grief, intimacy between spous- for the church or for Christians, but route cenzo Paglia, president of the Pon- es, caring for members with disabil- for all people and cultures, which is Sept. 23 in tifical Council for the Family. ities, and the role of grandparents, why holding the meeting in a coun- Washington. The largest-ever World Meeting said Archbishop Chaput. try that is not majority Catholic is (ALEX of Families opened in Philadelphia Archbishop Vincenzo Paglia important. BRANDON, Sept. 22. More than 17,500 partici- said the World Meeting of Fami- Christians do not marry or raise POOL | CNS) pants from more than 100 countries lies comes just one week before the a family for personal satisfaction, registered for the four-day congress, Synod of Bishops on the Family, set he said. said Archbishop Charles J. Chaput to begin in Rome Oct. 4, and “will “Christians build a family in or- a man and a woman as God, at the society is fully alive,” he said. of Philadelphia. doubtless have a great effect on the der to transform ... the world,” he beginning of creation, established, He said Pope Francis decreed “All have come to affirm their discussion in the synod.” said. and we have to obey the holy Scrip- that pilgrims to the World Meeting commitment to the family as the In response to a question from When asked by a journalist if this tures.” of Families could receive a plenary foundation of a fruitful life,” the the press on the upcoming synod, concern of the church for families Archbishop Paglia and Arch- indulgence under the normal con- archbishop told reporters at the Archbishop Paglia said the family extended to same-sex parents, the bishop Chaput later addressed ditions. Pennsylvania Convention Center “is not understood through books archbishop replied, “You know, hundreds of pilgrims at the official The archbishop also mentioned Sept. 22. but through encounter with real family is family.” He said it is impor- opening of the World Meeting of during the press conference that The numbers are expected to families. For this reason, Pope tant to avoid confusing language Families. his council compiled the cateche- swell to the tens of thousands for Francis wanted, in these past two and underlined the “link” that God “The family is our passion and ses on the family, which Pope Fran- the major events with Pope Francis, years (before the synod), to have a created between man and woman. our mission,” Archbishop Paglia cis delivered this past year during Sept. 26-27, including the Festival very wide consultation.” “We have to underline the dig- told the pilgrims. “The family is our his general audiences in Rome, and of Families and an outdoor papal “Because we do not need new nity of each person,” he continued. most valuable and most important translated them into English and Mass. About 1,300 clerics will be definitions (of family),” he contin- “Each person is a saint because resource.” Spanish. The translations are avail- available to distribute Communion ued. “We need to understand how they are loved by God. But family is “If the family is fully alive, then able at the congress. n Panel urges synod to focus on financial threats to families

Patricia Zapor affect families would be a worthy But the synod needs to pay atten- and women still are disadvantaged to improve the lot of the poor. He Catholic News Service direction of attention by synod par- tion to the struggles of people like in various ways. “The first thing we said forcing employers to pay higher ticipants and assembled the panel her, Smith said. “Single mothers have to get straight is the cause- wages has a ripple effect on prices WASHINGTON | Coming hard of speakers to consider that. work two or three jobs, can’t afford and-effect relationship,” Trumka that would disproportionately dis- on the heels of Pope Francis’ trip to The synod “needs to be looking healthy food, and have no time to said, saying unemployment and advantage the poorest consumers. the United States will be the Synod at the ways poverty undermines bring their children up right.” Such poor wages block opportunities for Strain said his recommendation of Bishops on the family in October, families,” said Maryann Cusimano parents simply can’t afford to be families to succeed from one gen- to the synod would be to “have an at which themes raised during the Love, associate professor of interna- home with their kids, she added. eration to the next. expansive view of family life and U.S. visit may come to the fore. tional relations at The Catholic Uni- Richard Trumka, president of Michael Strain, deputy director what it takes” to raise one, and that And given recent events, maybe versity of America. For instance, she the AFL-CIO, carried on the theme, of economic policy studies at the the participants “not focus only one of the key angles to consider said, “healthy families need women noting that low-wage workers are American Enterprise Institute, dis- on headline issues.” Economics is is economic issues and how they who can support them,” yet women more likely to be cheated of their agreed with Trumka that increas- among the subject matters that are affect families, said panelists at overwhelmingly make up some wages, and that minority workers ing the minimum wage is one tool “deeply important,” he added. n the latest dialogue organized by of the most poorly paid sectors of Georgetown University’s Initiative the U.S. economy, such as waiting on Catholic Social Thought and tables, and serving as health aids. Public Life. Globally, women hold only 1 per- When the Vatican Sept. 8 recent of real property, she added. leased papal documents revising Tarshea Smith, an organizer for the sections of canon law dealing the UNITE HERE union, told her with marriage annulments to make story of being a food service ca- the process easier, cheaper and shier at Georgetown when her son more of a pastoral ministry, that is- had an epileptic seizure and had sue effectively was removed from to go to the hospital. Although she the subject matter of the synod, said had an unblemished record of be- John Allen, associate editor of Crux ing at work on time, when the hos- and the Boston Globe’s religion sec- pital trip meant she missed work tion at a Sept. 9 forum at George- and couldn’t call in, her supervisor town University. wrote her up for an unexcused ab- 34288-0925 Allen, a longtime Vatican re- sence. porter, said that “prior to three days Smith said that helped her mus- ago that debate over what reform (of ter the courage to organize a food marriage annulment procedures) service workers union, which has would look like would dominate helped other parents improve their the synod. Now that’s a done deal. families’ lives. “I pray the pope ad- It’s unlikely to be the engine that dresses the right to organize” when drives the train.” he visits the United States, she said. John Carr, director of the “I believe the only way you can Georgetown Initiative, suggested a build power (for the poorest work- focus on the financial strains that ers) is to allow workers to organize.” A19 NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015

Amid refugee crisis, Refugees are temporarily sheltered at Lauttasaari Church agencies Parish of the Finnish Evangelical Lutheran Church in on the ground. Helsinki Sept. 14. Finland receives between offering homes 200-300 refugees per day from Iraq, Patricia Zapor the number of refugees it admits, Catholic News Service Afganistan, by accepting 100,000 Syrians in the Somalia and next year. Albania. WASHINGTON | The tens of Refugee Council USA, a coali- (Kimmo thousands of would-be Syrian tion of religious and other non- Brandt, refugees who have flooded Euro- profit entities that work with refu- EPA | CNS) pean countries this summer have gees, in a Sept. 9 letter to President prompted U.S. and international Barack Obama pleaded for the needs of those displaced by the Richard Hogan, associate di- approved for admission receive Catholic agencies to respond with U.S. to increase its annual ceiling crisis will take years, if not genera- rector of Diocesan Development cultural orientation classes and both on-the-ground support and for refugee admissions to 200,000, tions, to resolve,” the letter said. and Support for MRS, said refu- their information is forwarded to longer-term preparations to host with half of those slots going to Syr- Canny’s op-ed said “a robust gees from the Middle East gener- the Refugee Processing Center in them in the United States. Inter- ians. U.S. commitment to the resettle- ally have the longest wait to be Virginia, where the cases are al- nationally, Catholic Relief Services The letter said “the vast major- ment of Syrian refugees would en- admitted to the United States, located among nine resettlement and its affiliates such as Caritas ity of European countries have the courage other reluctant nations, up to a couple of years. That long agencies — including MRS — that Internationalis are providing im- capacity to welcome and provide especially those in Europe, to ac- process is usually the result of re- are funded by the State Depart- mediate assistance including food, protection for the refugees who cept more and to keep their doors quirements for enhanced security ment to settle those people into water, sanitation, medical care and are now risking their lives to find open until this horrific conflict can checks or difficulty in reaching new homes in the United States. legal services. safety in Europe. However, the be ended. It also would show that refugee populations in host coun- That’s the level at which individual At points where refugees are in United States must show solidarity the United States is not indifferent tries, he said. parishes working with diocesan transit or are awaiting next steps, with its close allies in Europe and to human suffering and remains, A State Department fact sheet offices would become involved CRS offers “essential living sup- resettle a small number of refugees as always, a beacon of hope to the said less than 1 percent of refugees in accepting individual refugees. plies” that include sleeping bags from Europe.” The letter said that world.” worldwide are ever resettled in a Additional security checks occur and mats, hygiene materials, food could include families reuniting Canny’s article noted that 4 mil- third country. Only someone who at points of entry into the United and water. Domestically, Migra- with their U.S. relatives, as well as lion Syrians have fled their country has left his or her home country for States, Hogan said. tion and Refugee Services of the unaccompanied refugee minors in the five years of its civil war. Al- an intermediate nation typically Canny said the half dozen dio- U.S. Conference of Catholic Bish- and refugees from Syria, Iraq and together, about half Syria’s popu- can apply for refugee resettlement. ceses that have asked to start re- ops has been fielding offers from Afghanistan who have close ties to lation of 23 million before the war Hogan explained that the mul- settlement programs would be re- parishes that are willing to take up the United States. have been displaced from their tipart process begins at Refugee ceiving people not just from Syria, Pope Francis on his call for parish- The letter acknowledged U.S. homes. The World Population Re- Service Centers around the world, but from the broader population of es, religious houses and colleges to support to date — $4 billion in view estimates about 5,000 people funded by the State Department, worldwide refugees as well. welcome refugees. funding for the humanitarian cri- leave Syria daily. where information is collected on Hogan explained that the re- William Canny, director of MRS, sis — but noted that only 37 per- The United States will admit potential refugees. The office of settlement programs will attempt told Catholic News Service that cent of the United Nations’ appeal close to the 70,000 refugees agreed U.S. Citizenship and Immigration to put as many Syrians as possible his office is helping a half dozen for the crisis has been funded and to by Congress for the fiscal year Services then interviews appli- into communities that already dioceses that currently do not have encouraged the U.S. to donate ending Sept. 30, Canny told CNS. cants to ensure they meet the crite- have Syrians living there. He said refugee resettlement programs more and to urge greater contribu- Few of those are from Syria and ria of fleeing persecution required the largest populations of Syrians to launch them. In an op-ed pub- tion from other countries. pretty much all of them have been for admission as refugees into the in the U.S. are in central New Jer- lished by The New York Times Sept. “It is abundantly clear that the out of their homelands and their United States. Several levels of se- sey, parts of Pennsylvania, Ohio, 15, Canny joined calls for the Unit- Syrian crisis is nowhere close to applications for resettlement have curity checks follow that. Michigan, California, Oregon and ed States to dramatically increase ending, and even when it does, the been “in the pipeline” for years. Ultimately, people who are Texas. n Burkina Faso bishops call for elections, denounce military coup

Catholic News Service be prolonged, we can only imag- a church fund for coup victims. National Transitional Council 16-member bishops’ conference ine the catastrophe they will en- However, at least 10 people were since October 2014 riots led to the said the country had witnessed OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina gender.” killed and more than 100 injured flight of President Blaise Com- five years of “hesitation, turbu- Faso | Bishops in Burkina Faso, The bishops issued the mes- in the coup. paore, who is now based in Ivory lence and violent protest” since one of Africa’s most Catholic sage as coup leaders — led by They appealed “to the wisdom Coast after 27 years in power. celebrating its independence countries, have denounced a Gen. Gilbert Diendere — strug- of our leaders and the interna- Diendere released Kafando anniversary in 2010 and now Sept. 16 military coup and de- gled to impose control over the tional community to spare us and Zida following talks brokered needed every Christian to “join manded that democratic elec- landlocked country, one of the from sufferings our people bear by mediators, and said he would in constructing their homeland tions proceed as planned. world’s poorest, after arresting no responsibility for,” they said. accept a peace plan by West Afri- in a spirit of service,” based on “The taking hostage of Faso’s its transitional president, Michel “Let all involved parties start a can heads of state if it included an “cardinal values of forgiveness, president and his government put Kafando and acting prime min- true, clear and frank dialogue amnesty for the coup plotters. integrity, friendship and peace- a brutal end to the transition pro- ister, Lt. Col. Isaac Zida. Burkina which respects the values for In July, the Catholic Church ful cohabitation.” cess and popular expectations,” Faso’s regular army gave the which our people rebelled.” launched a program “for con- The letter added that African the bishops’ conference said in a general a surrender ultimatum, The Catholic Church makes up solidating democracy and social church leaders had proclaimed Sept. 20 message. which he defied. 19 percent of Burkina Faso’s pop- cohesion,” which was to include a “continental year of reconcili- “This coup d’etat has brought The bishops urged Catholics ulation of 16.5 million, according training youth leaders, educa- ation,” to run until July 2016, but sanctions from the African Union to “pray fervently” that parlia- to a 2006 census; Muslims make tors and legal advisers in “peace- said democratic transitions in and many of our country’s part- mentary and presidential elec- up half the population. building, nonviolence, citizen- Africa had generally been marred ners, which are hitting ever hard- tions, set for Oct. 11, would still The former French colony, ship and democracy” in Burkina by “a lack of confidence in politi- er at our populations, already liv- go ahead “peacefully and cred- which is viewed as a Western ally Faso’s three archdioceses and 12 cal actors and manifest indignity ing precariously,” the statement ibly,” and to show “compassion against Islamist militancy, has dioceses. and bad faith,” as well as violent added. “If the sanctions have to and solidarity” by donating to been supervised by a 90-member In a Sept. 6 pastoral letter, the post-election conflicts. n Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS A20 Cardinal, other religious leaders advocate for criminal justice reform Richard Szczepanowski Catholic News Service

WASHINGTON | As part of the Walk With Francis Pledge campaign to benefit the local community and reach out to those in need in the days leading to Pope Francis’ Sept. 22-24 visit to Washington, a group of Christian leaders is advocating for “a fair and more welcoming” criminal justice system in this country. 34483-0925 Cardinal Donald W. Wuerl of Washington joined with other Christian leaders Sept. 11 to advocate for a criminal justice system that “aids those who have paid their debt (to society) and are ready to re- join us.” Washington Cardinal Donald W. Wuerl, left, speaks to reporters “Criminal justice reform is outside Catholic Charities in Washington at a Sept. 11 news something that we’ve talked about. conference to bring attention to the issue of criminal justice reform. It’s been on our radar screen for a (Jaclyn Lippelmann, Catholic Standard | CNS) while,” the cardinal said. “We want a system that says, ‘We welcome you vites people to serve others in their the assistant to Bishop Marcus Mat- back into our society. We welcome community and then share their thews of the Baltimore-Washington you back into our community. We pledge on social media. The pledge Conference of the United Methodist welcome you back to be a productive involves three ways to “Walk with Church. member of society.’” Francis”: through prayer and learn- “The Methodist Church is com- The Christian leaders, in a news ing about the faith; through chari- mitted to Walk With Francis, es- conference organized by the U.S. table service to others; and through pecially for people impacted and Conference of Catholic Bishops, taking action to spread the Gospel severely harmed by the criminal said Pope Francis’ visit to the United in families, workplaces and public justice system,” Rev. Mulenga said. States is an opportune time to advo- policy. “We should be ashamed that there cate for sentencing reform laws and “Pope Francis gives us a very vis- are more young black men in prison laws to counter recidivism. Pope ible sign how to care for those incar- than in college.” Francis is a frequent visitor to those cerated. His is a pastoral approach,” He said that the call for reform of in prison, and will visit prisoners at Reyes said. the criminal justice system “shows a Philadelphia correctional center Msgr. John Enzler, the president (those incarcerated) they are not Sept. 27. and CEO of Catholic Charities of the forgotten. They are loved.” He add- “During this momentous visit, Archdiocese of Washington, pointed, “We do not believe in retribution. we will walk with Francis when he ed out that Catholic Charities has for Restorative justice is our call.” speaks to Congress, visits the White nearly two decades run a Welcome Craig DeRoche, a former speaker House and addresses the United Na- Home Program to assist those how of the Michigan House, and cur- tions,” said Jonathan Reyes, execu- have formerly been incarcerated. rently vice president of the Justice tive director of the USCCB’s Depart- “This is an effort to say, ‘We are Fellowship, said Pope Francis’ ment of Justice, Peace and Human here to greet you; we are here to wel- “example of compassion and care Development. “We will also walk come you,’” the priest said. He said shows us we can make a difference.” with Francis when he visits Curran- the program offers former prison- Justice Fellowship is the public Fromhold Correctional Facility in ers a variety of assistance, including policy arm of Prison Fellowship, Philadelphia.” mentoring, and support with em- an evangelical Christian outreach Reyes noted that the United ployment, housing, health issues to prisoners, former prisoners and States — with its estimated 2.3 mil- and counseling. He said the pro- their families that was founded by lion people in prison — represents gram assisted 1,100 people last year. Chuck Colson, a former aide to Pres- 5 percent of the world’s population “We are not huge, but we are ef- ident Richard Nixon. Justice Fellow- and 25 percent of the world’s prison fective,” he said. ship advocates for criminal justice population. He added that one in Rudolph Washington, who is reform based on the principles of three African-American males will currently in the Welcome Home restorative justice found in the Bible. at one time or another be incarcer- Program, said his participation The outreach organized a campaign ated. “has given me a new lease on life asking prisoners to write letters ad- “There is currently an active de- and helped me learn about myself. dressed to the pope. bate on (criminal justice) reform I am grateful.” Washington will be “Pope Francis has demonstrated that is bipartisan and interreli- inside St. Patrick’s Church Sept. 24 faith through humility,” DeRoche gious,” Reyes said. He said that as when Pope Francis visits there. He said. “It is wonderful to see Catho- lawmakers consider reform legisla- will be one of five Welcome Home lics, evangelicals and Methodists tion, “this is a great moment to walk clients representing prisoners and working together to care about pris- with Francis.” returning citizens struggling in the oners.” n The Walk With Francis Pledge metropolitan area. campaign — jointly sponsored the Other speakers at the news con- Szczepanowski is a staff writer at the 34441-0925 Archdiocese of Washington and ference included a Methodist min- Catholic Standard, newspaper of the its Catholic Charities arm — in- ister, the Rev. Maidstone Mulenga, Archdiocese of Washington. A21 SUNDAY WORD and SCRIPTURE Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015

Scripture Signs of a stoplight readings

Sunday, Sept. 27 A prophet is a person chosen by going on and on. A certain young than to live out God’s divine prin- Friday, Sept. 25 Nm 11:25-29; Ps 19:8, 10, 12-14; Jas 5:1-6; God as an instrument to reveal the man, irritated that Eldad and Me- ciples. Jesus uses powerful hyper- Hg 2:1-9; Ps 43:1-4; Lk 9:18-22 Mk 9:38-43, 45, 47-48 word of God to the people of God. dad were prophesying while every- bole to make a big point: If your eye Similar to Moses choosing 70 el- one else had finished, came to Mo- causes you to sin, it is better to pluck Saturday, Sept. 26 For those of us who can drive, we ders in the Old Testament, Jesus in ses and asked him to tell these two it out now rather than go to hell later Zec 2:5-9, 14-15a; (Ps) Jer 31:10-12b, 13; all know the all-too-familiar col- the New Testament will call 12 men “holier than thous” to stop. Moses on with two eyes. Our second read- Lk 9:43b-45 ors of red, yellow and green. Why? to be his apostles. Jesus will send cautions the young man — if only ing from the Epistle of James gives Because these are the the Holy Spirit upon his dis- all the people in Israel could proph- us a red stop sign: If we hoard pos- Sunday, Sept. 27 colors of the quintessen- ciples so that the Spirit will esy as these two men were doing. sessions to give us cool comfort, tial stoplight: Red — stop; rest upon them, enabling Similarly, in our Gospel reading, while at the same time fail to help Nm 11:25-29; Ps 19:8, 10, 12-14; Jas 5:1- yellow — caution; green them to proclaim the word the apostle John is stunned that those around us in need, those 6; Mk 9:38-43, 45, 47-48 — go. With this in mind, of God and rightly govern there were people, other than the riches shall become like burning there are some analogies the New Covenant people of Twelve Apostles, who were casting flames to scorch us in the judgment Monday, Sept. 28 that I would like to make God — the Church. Besides out demons in Jesus’ name. Ap- to come. Yikes. Zec 8:1-8; Ps 102:2, 16-23; Lk 9:46-50 in connection with this prophesy, one of the Spirit- parently the Twelve Apostles tried This week, may God send his Sunday’s readings. filled powers Jesus gave to to stop other people from casting generous Spirit upon us to discern Tuesday, Sept. 29 Green — go. In our Sunday his disciples was the power demons out in Jesus’ name. Upon the important stoplights that God Sts. Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael, first reading, the Book of Word to cast out demons. The 70 hearing this, Jesus sends the yel- sends our way. If we ignore these archangelst Numbers relates how Mo- elders and the Twelve Apos- low light of caution to the apostles illuminating signs, in due time we Dn 7:9-10, 13-14 or Rv 12:7-12a; Ps ses brought together 70 el- Father tles in our reading have the reminding them that while it is true will have a fatal crash. Let’s not do 138:1-5; Jn 1:47-51 ders chosen from among Brian green light to go do the work that Jesus had specifically cho- that. Instead, may we see those the Israelites to assist him of God in the generous Spirit sen the Twelve to be leaders of the bright heavenly signals and drive Wednesday, Sept. 30 in governing the people Campbell of God. Church, they do not own the copy- straight onto the right road of eter- of God. Moses prayed Yellow — caution. In our right to God’s saving work. Jesus is nal life. Stop — don’t do wrong; cau- St. Jerome, priest and doctor of the that God would send the Holy Spirit reading from the Book of Num- letting the apostles know that he tion — think before you act; go — in Church upon these 70 elders so that as bers, once Moses and the 70 had has the capacity to work outside the the generous Spirit of God! n Neh 2:1-8; Ps 137:1-6; Lk 9:57-62 Moses was a prophet who brought that powerful experience of proph- box. God’s word to the Israelites, so now esying, they all stopped with their Red — stop. Jesus warns of the Father Campbell is a priest of the Thursday, Oct. 1 these 70 men will also share in Mo- prophesying and became quiet. red-hot reality of eternal damna- Diocese of Palm Beach and paro- St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus, Virgin ses’ spiritual gift of prophesy and All stopped except for two men — tion for those who choose to in- chial vicar at Our Lady Queen of the and doctor of the Church governance. Eldad and Medad, they just kept dulge their selfish desires rather Apostles in Royal Palm Beach. Neh 8:1-4a, 5-6, 7b-12; Ps 19:8-11; Lk 10:1-12

Friday, Oct. 2 The pope is focused on the family Holy Guardian Angels Bar 1:15-22; Ps 79:1b-5, 8-9; Mt 18:1-5, Sunday, Oct. 4 The U.S. bishops are focused 10 Gn 2:18-24; Ps 128:1-6; Heb 2:9-11; on the family. The U.S. Catholic Mk 10:2-16 or 10:2-12 bishops named “strengthening Saturday, Oct. 3 marriage and family life” as one Bar 4:5-12, 27-29; Ps 69:33-37; Lk The first Sunday of October is of their four strategic priorities for 10:17-24 Respect Life Sunday. Each year, 2008-2012 and again for 2013-2016. the Church reflects on the value of Without question, the Church Sunday, Oct. 4 human life from concep- is focused on the family. Gn 2:18-24; Ps 128:1-6; Heb 2:9-11; tion to natural death. In 2009 the U.S. Catho- Mk 10:2-16 or 10:2-12 In the second reading lic bishops approved from Hebrews, we are re- a pastoral letter called Monday, Oct. 5 minded that Jesus took on “Marriage: Love and Life Jon 1:1–2:1-2, 11; (Ps) Jon 2:3-5, 8; human flesh and became in the Divine Plan.” A Lk 10:25-37 “lower than the angels. … study guide to the bish- He who consecrates and ops’ letter reflects on how Tuesday, Oct. 6 those who are being con- marriage builds up the secrated all have one ori- family and how families Jon 3:1-10; Ps 130:1b-4b, 7-8; Lk 10:38- gin” (Heb 2:9-11). Because Sunday build up the community: 42 Jesus took on human life, Word “Many neighborhoods all human life is sacred. Father are blessed to have a Families gather for a meeting with Pope Francis at the Cathedral Wednesday, Oct. 7 Respect Life Sunday David married couple on the of Our Lady of the Assumption in Santiago, Cuba, Sept. 22. (PAUL Our Lady of the Rosary also is the beginning of block who are the true HARING | CNS) Jon 4:1-11; Ps 86:3-6, 9-10; Lk 11:1-4 the Synod on the Family. Scotchie community makers. This Bishops from around the is the couple on whom ev- flesh.” Their union is a witness to Christ’s Thursday, Oct. 8 world are gathering at the eryone counts to generate The example is followed up union with the Church. Vatican to discuss the vocation enthusiasm for the block party or by discussion questions such as, The Catholic focus on the family Mal 3:13-20b; Ps 1:1-4, 6; Lk 11:5-13 and mission of the family in the to make the first welcoming visit to “Think of a couple whose marriage is founded on the Catholic focus on Friday, Oct. 9 Church and in the contemporary new arrivals. you admire. Why do you admire marriage. world. Their conversation is the “When this special couple them? What would you say are To take to prayer: Read the Jl 1:13-15; 2:1-2; Ps 9:2-3, 6, 8-9, 16; second part of the synod held last also happens to be Christian, their best qualities?” abridged version of the U.S. Catho- Lk 11:15-26 year on the pastoral challenges of their positive influence gives the The bishops’ letter discusses lic bishops’ pastoral letter “Mar- the family in the context of evan- Church a good name. People seek four challenges to marriage — riage: Love and Life in the Divine Saturday, Oct. 10 gelization. The Vatican is focused their opinion on moral questions contraception, same-sex unions, Plan.” You can find it at www.us- Jl 4:12-21; Ps 97:1-2, 5-6, 11-12; Lk on the family. or ask them to pray for their loved divorce, cohabitation, and how ccb.org. n 11:27-28 The pope is focused on the ones. They seem to enjoy working the Church addresses those chal- family. Pope Francis planned his together in the yard and on church lenges. Marriage is a natural gift, Father Scotchie is the pastor of Most Sunday, Oct. 11 recent visit to the United States to projects. Their dinner table always a sacrament and a public commit- Precious Blood Parish in Oviedo. Wis 7:7-11; Ps 90:12-17; Heb 4:12-13; attend the World Meeting of Fami- has room for another teenager. ment between a man and a wom- His most recent book is “A Prayer Mk 10:17-30 or 10:17-27 lies in Philadelphia. Its theme was, “In such a couple, people wit- an. Jesus said that God himself for Hope.” He can be reached on “Love Is Our Mission: The Family ness the natural and supernatu- joins man and woman so that the Facebook or at frdavidscotchie@ Fully Alive.” ral dimensions of marriage in the two become one flesh (Mk 10:6-9). gmail.com. Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 Florida Catholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS A22

COMMENTARY CANONIZATION OF JUIPERO SERRA Changing my body to ‘match’ my ‘identity’? The famous Olympian Bruce sense of bodily identity and reject to protect the human dignity and Jenner made headlines recently their own limbs. Some experts be- authentic personal identity of these when he told ABC News, “For all in- lieve it is caused by a neurological patients by declining their requests tents and purposes, I’m a woman. … disorder in which the brain’s map- for any form of medical mutilation. That female side is part of me. That’s ping system fails to recognize par- Nonetheless, misguided no- who I am.” He has been receiving ticular parts of the body. tions about personal identity hormonal treatments to acquire If a surgeon were to sever her continue to gain a foothold in our feminine traits and is not yet sure spine, even with her consent, broad society. The opening line of the whether he will undergo surgery condemnation would quickly fol- recent Supreme Court decision le- to “complete” the process. His dra- low from inside and outside the galizing gay “marriage,” to cite but matic case raises impor- medical profession, given one example, declares that liberty tant ethical and medical that her limbs are healthy means “specific rights that allow concerns about properly and she is really battling persons, within a lawful realm, to understanding our identity a mental disorder. Vari- define and express their identity.” and respecting the given ous commentators have This kind of confused language order of our bodies. reacted strongly to her about allowing people to “define Suppose a man were to story, noting the irony of so their identity” ignores the cru- A reliquary containing relics of St. Junipero Serra is seen as Pope declare that his real iden- many people who have be- cially important truth that numer- Francis celebrates his canonization and Mass outside the Basilica of tity, in his innermost self, come crippled due to trag- ous aspects of our identity, espe- the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington was that of a pirate and ic accidents and yearn for cially those related to our bodily Sept. 23. (PAUL HARING I CNS) that he had always been OPINION even the most basic forms and sexual identity, are predeter- aware of it from his earli- of mobility, even as White mined, objective goods that we est childhood. If he were Father Tad seeks to mutilate her body are called to recognize and re- to decide, in order to more Pacholczyk and do violence to her own spect in the choices we make. fully conform to that inner functional integrity. It Respecting objective goods identity, to have his hand doesn’t take much reflec- stands at the heart of the project of surgically removed so that he could tion to appreciate how the powers of moral reasoning. Whether consid- have a hook installed in its place, medicine are meant for healing our ering the integrity of our arms and this would surely indicate a seri- bodies, not for harming and maim- legs or the integrity of our sexual ous mental condition on his part, ing them. constitution, proposals for chemi- and counseling, along with other Yet this kind of clear thinking cal or surgical mutilation of these psychiatric interventions, would be seems to get easily sidelined when faculties will understandably raise appropriate, rather than encourag- people discuss medical interven- concerns among reasonable and ing medical mutilation. tions for individuals who are con- caring people. n Or we might consider the strange vinced that they are actually mem- case of Chloe-Jennings White, bers of the opposite sex. Dr. Paul Father Pacholczyk, Ph.D., earned his a 58-year-old woman from Salt McHugh, who served as psychia- doctorate in neuroscience from Yale Lake City who, although perfectly trist-in-chief at the Johns Hopkins and did post-doctoral work at Har- healthy, has a deep-seated desire Hospital for more than two decades, vard. He is a priest of the Diocese of to become paralyzed, even to the was one of the first to raise concerns Fall River, Mass., and serves as the Children at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels in Los Angeles point of being willing to pay a sur- about transgender approaches that director of education at the National watch a broadcast of Pope Francis as he celebrates Mass and the geon to sever her spine to make her rely on hormones and surgeries. He Catholic Bioethics Center in Phila- canonization of Junipero Serra in Washington Sept. 23. (LAURA a paraplegic. As a young girl, when- noted that even though follow-up delphia (www.ncbcenter.org). NICHOLSON, REUTERS | CNS) ever she saw somebody with leg studies of sex-change patients may braces, she asked why she couldn’t have indicated satisfaction with the have her own set. Ever since, she outcome on the part of the patients, has dreamed of being paralyzed the numerous psychological prob- 9-Day Holy Land from the waist down and says that lems they experienced prior to their she sometimes goes skiing in the surgeries — problems with emo- hopes that an accident will render tions, relationships, work and self- her paraplegic: “I ski extremely fast identity — remained unchanged. Pilgrimage and aim for the most dangerous McHugh concluded that “to runs.” provide a surgical alteration to the She likewise fantasizes about body of these unfortunate people Travel back in time to the ancient Holy Land and birth having a car accident to make her was to collaborate with a mental February place of Jesus and Christianity. Follow in the footsteps paralyzed. In the meantime, she disorder rather than to treat it.” In- 20-28, 2016 of Jesus for the spiritual experience of a lifetime. lives her life as if she were a paraple- deed, although some people may No other tour offers as much meaning and value. gic, putting braces around her legs clamor to have their spine severed, and riding around in a wheelchair. to have a healthy limb removed or If you have not walked in Jesus’ footsteps throughout the Holy Land, She suffers from what has been to have sex-change operations, the now is your chance. It is an experience you will never forget! termed “body integrity identity recognition of the seriousness of disorder,” or BIID, a rare disorder the underlying psychiatric issues Father Hoyer RESERVE NOW FOR SPECIAL PRICING. NO DEPOSITS DUE UNTIL NOVEMBER in which individuals lack a proper should only strengthen our resolve

Jerusalem, Sea of Galilee, Mt. of Olives, Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Tiberias, Tour Jordan River, Cana, Nazareth, Bethlehem, Mt. Carmel, Caesarea, Garden of Gethsemane, Western Wall, HigHligHts Capernauum, the Dead Sea, Jericho, Masada and so much more!

A fully escorted, custom-designed pilgrimage including daily Masses in Shrines and Biblical holy places, round trip airfare from Miami, select hotels, all breakfasts, lunches, and dinners daily, deluxe private motor coach, licensed guides and the company of a great group of people. Cost: $4,199 all inclusive, per person, double occupancy, based on the airline availability and the airline current estimate of fuel charges and taxes.

For inFormation and Altura Tours • Tour Directors Father Hoyer • St. Gregory the Great 34301-0925 complete itinerary: 1-800-242-4122 954-854-0079 A23 CLASSIFIEDS Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015

Classified Ads Classified Ads REAL ESTATE FOR SALE SERVICES Help Wanted Advertise HELP WANTED Position Wanted DIRECTOR OF MUSIC – St. Teresa of Avila Par- HOME FOR SALE IN AVE MARIA – 3BR/2Ba., DENTIST – Hi, my name is David J. Ak- ish in Titusville is seeking an experienced Direc- resale, one-story layout. Emerson Park, Ave Ma- kara, I am a local Orlando dentist. I provide Real Estate for Sale in the tor of Music. Responsibilities: provide music for ria. This home has a lovely backyard. $189,950. dentistry with a warm and gentle touch. I am a practicing Catholic and would love Roommate Wanted Classifieds! all church events, assist in planning of weddings Listed by Robert Campbell, Sales Associate, and funerals, and oversee three adult choirs and John R. Wood Properties. Email ecampbell@ to be your personal dentist. Please call my Vacation Rentals cantors. Minimum requirements: B.A. in Music; johnrwood.com or call 239-281-6571. office at 407-898-2371. Mention this ad $28 for first four lines, experience in Catholic liturgy and music; and for our new patient specials. Caregiving Services $5 for each additional line. vocal, piano and organ proficiency. Please send Add a color highlight box cover letter and résumé to Michael Mendoza, Hu- VACATION RENTAL Accessibility for $5-$10. Add a color man Resources Manager, Diocese of Orlando, P.O. CHURCH SUPPLIES Box 1800, Orlando, FL 32802-1800. Antiques photo for $25. FREE HARDCOVER RITUAL SONG HYMNAL Cemetery Plots BOOKS – Available for free in any quantity up to Contact Mike Carlock at REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 1,000 for any church, organization or outreach. Holy Family Church, Hilton Head Island, S.C. Pick- Services 1-888-275-9953 or 3 GREAT PROPERTIES IN AVE MARIA – up or shipping can be arranged. Call Linda H. or Prayers Answered mcarlock@ all different – one that just might meet your Rosemary D. at 843-785-2895. ... and More! thefloridacatholic.org needs. Beautiful 3BR/3Ba. condo around Ave Maria Oratory – furnished, turnkey $365,000; 3BR/2Ba. Dover home Emerson Park with a great CEMETERY PLOTS *** NEW ADVERTISER SPECIAL! *** pool! $239,900; and a newly constructed Brio- 2 SINGLE SIDE-BY-SIDE FUNERAL CRYPTS nes 4BR/3Ba. in Maple Ridge with every upgrade, N.C. GETAWAY, 2,000 SQ FT – Mtn. home w/ two creeks, 3BR/3Ba., cent. heat/AC, fireplace, – Mausoleum 10, Sect. 10B, 2nd-level crypts 32 FREE COLOR box for your including a luxury pool $599,500. Call Carole and 33. $15K for pair. Currently valued at $16K. Carpenter, Berkshire Hathaway, to arrange your LR, fam. rm., laundry rm., satellite TV, fully furnished. $700/wk., most seasons. 727-376-1498. Fort Myers Memorial Gardens, 1589 Colonial classified ad in October 2015 issues visit! 239-249-2111. Blvd., Fort Myers. Call Mary at 239-940-8829.

DOUBLE PLOT – Baldwin Fairchild’s Highland Memory Gardens in Apopka. Lot 151A, Spaces Pilgrimage to 3-4. $10K for both. Call Mary: 407-401-3410.

Celebrate the Year of Mercy 3BR/3BA condo – $365,000 at the Divine Mercy Shrine in Poland Subscribe Today! also Prague, Italy and Medjugorje To subscribe visit: www.thefloridacatholic.org Or call Tammy at 1-888-275-9953 3BR/2BA Dover home – $239,900 FLORIDACatholic 4BR/3BA home w/ pool – $599,500 Pope Francis has declared the Year of Mercy beginning Dec. 8, 2015 concluding on Nov. 20, 2016. March 31–April 18, 2016 $4,500 per person double occupancy

During our pilgrimage we will visit the The cost of the trip is $4,500 per person shrine of the Infant Jesus of Prague. We double occupancy (subject to change based will also visit the Cathedral of St. Stephen on the Euro exchange), which includes in Budapest, Hungary. We will see the roundtrip airfare from all major US cities convent of St. Faustina where she lived (including all taxes), room and two meals and died and venerate her relics in the daily, and all transportation for site convent chapel, the home of Pope John seeing. We will have a spiritual director Paul II, the famous Icon of Our Lady and daily Mass. of Czestochowa. We will also travel to The Vatican recommends Medjugorje. In Italy we will visit Rome, a Pilgrimage to fulfill the San Giovanni, Lanciano and Loreto. Year of Mercy For more details call Scott Scaria: 860-289-2606 • (Cell) 860-841-1192 or write to Poland-Medjugorje Pilgrimage P.O. Box 281059, East Hartford, CT 06128 www.polandmej.com The deadline for receipt of a deposit of $200 is Nov. 30, 2015. Balance is due by Jan. 8, 2016. Compare our price with other companies. Nobody can beat our 34401-0925 price either in U.S.A. or Canada for 19 days for all these places. 34334-0925 Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 www.thefloridacatholic.org FESTIVAL GUIDE B1 B2 FESTIVAL GUIDE Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015

47 th ANNUAL OCTOBERFEST Oktoberfest SEPTEMBER 2015 Prince of Peace Parish 600 S. Nova Road, Ormond Beach INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL www.princeofpeaceormond.com St. Francis of Assisi Parish Oct. 8-11: Thurs., 6-10 p.m.; Fri., 6-11 834 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Apopka p.m.; Sat., noon-11 p.m.; Sun., 12:30-6 www.stfrancisapopka.org p.m. Sept. 25-27: Fri., 6-11 p.m.; Sat., 1- Rides, food, entertainment, bingo 11 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Carnival rides, food games, CARNIVAL 2015 St. Joseph Parish international entertainment 1501 N. Alafaya Trail, Orlando Parking across the street at Big Lots 407-275-0841 Oct 9-11: Fri., 5-11 p.m.; Sat., noon- CELEBRATION OF CULTURES 11 p.m.; Sun., 1-8 p.m. Most Precious Blood Parish Rides, games, international food, flea 113 Lockwood Blvd., Oviedo market, arts and crafts www.oviedocatholic.org 50% discount ride tickets on sale Saturday, Sept. 26, 7-9:30 p.m. through Oct. 8 in the parish office Food, talent show, song and dance

People in traditional costumes enjoy the annual Oktoberfest at St. OCTOBERFEST John the Evangelist Parish in Naples. (COURTESY) FALL FESTIVAL St. Frances Cabrini Parish St. John Vianney Catholic School 12001 69th St. E., Parrish 6200 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando [email protected] www.sjvs.org Saturday, Oct. 10, 5-10 p.m. Saint Francis of Assisi Saturday, Sept 26, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Adults: $15; 6-12 yrs. old: $7; free for Catholic Church Craft booths, game booths, food children under 5 100 W. 21st Street • Riviera Beach PETER A. BENVENUTI GOLF CLASSIC OCTOBER 2015 St. Rita Parish 13645 Paddock Drive, Wellington OKTOBERFEST Oct. 10, 11 a.m. check-in St. Peter Parish Contact Manny Zapata, 561-346-7435 359 W. New York Ave., DeLand www.stpeterdeland.org INTERNATIONAL FAIR Oct. 1-5: Thurs., 4-10 p.m. (wristband St. Mary of the Lakes Parish day); Fri., 4-11 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-11 218 Ocklawaha Ave., Eustis p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-8 p.m. 352-483-3500 Rides, bingo, beer garden, Oct. 10-11: Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., entertainment, country store, food 11 a.m. International Mass with lunch to follow PASTA DINNER Food, games, shows, music and more. St. Rita Parish 13645 Paddock Drive, Wellington SC HOOL FESTIVAL Friday, Oct. 2, 5-7 p.m. $8 donation St. Teresa Catholic School Call 954-295-3498 for information 207 Ojibway Ave., Titusville www.stteresa-titusville.org Oct 15-18: Thurs., opens 5 p.m.; Fri., 39 th ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL opens 5 p.m.; Sat.,opens noon; Sun., St. Theresa Parish opens noon 11528 U.S 301, Belleview Games, rides, food, rummage sale. www.sttheresacatholicchurch.org Armbands: $25, unlimited rides Oct. 2-3: Friday, Oct. 2, 4 p.m.-7:30 p.m., live auction, food and vendors; Saturday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., COMMUNITYFEST 2015 St. Mary Magdalen Parish ethnic food, vendors, clowns, enter- 861 Maitland Ave., Altamonte Springs tainment, pie-eating and chicken- www.stmarymagdalen.org calling contests, dancers, martial arts, Oct 16-18: Fri., 4-11 p.m.; Sat., noon-11 November 7 and 8 auction items, raffles and much more. p.m.; Sun., noon-7 p.m. From 7 a.m.–2 p.m. The largest church festival in Central Florida. 49th annual, since 1967. • Clothing • Furniture 20-booth international food and bev- • Household Items • Electronics erage court, nonstop entertainment

34492-0925 and live music, games, midway rides, • Linens Everything you need! raffles. Free and convenient off-site parking. Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 www.thefloridacatholic.org FESTIVAL GUIDE B3

5K FUN WALK/RUN AND OCTOBER 2015 PANCAKE BREAKFAST Festival fun St. John Vianney Catholic School St Andrew School PARISH FESTIVAL 6200 S. Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando student Eli Marzella St. Juliana Parish www.sjvs.org Saturday, Oct 24, 8 a.m. enjoys 4500 S. Dixie Hwy., West Palm Beach riding a www.stjulianacatholicchurch.com slide during the 21st Saturday, Oct. 17, flea market, 7 a.m.; 3d r ANNUAL annual St. festivities 10 a.m.-8 p.m. FALL FESTIVAL Andrew Food, music, games, rides, entertain- St. Joseph Parish School 1200 SE 10th St., Stuart festival in ment, raffle January Flea market pre-sale, Sept. 19 www.sjcflorida.org 2015 in Saturday, Oct 24, 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Cape Coral. Indoor craft fair, food, games, raffle, (COURTESY) INTERNATIONAL FAMILY FESTIVAL rides, beer and wine Basilica of St. Paul Parish 317 Mullally St., Daytona Beach 9ht ANNUAL SCHOOL www.basilicaofsaintpaul.com FALL FESTIVAL Sunday, Oct. 18, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. St. Mary’s Parish and School Dancing, foods from other countries, 1136 Seminole Drive, Rockledge games, folklore presentations www.stmarysrockledge.org/school Saturday, Oct. 24, 3-9 p.m. Hayrides, pumpkin patch, booth games, SOUTHWEST FALL FEST costume contest, entertainment, Holy Family Parish haunted house 5125 S. Apopka-Vineland Road, Orlando FALL FEST www.holyfamilyorlando.org Holy Name of Jesus Parish Oct. 22-25: Thurs, 6-10 p.m.; Fri., 6- 345 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach midnight; Sat., noon-midnight; Sun., www.myhnj.org 1-6 p.m. Oct. 24-25: Sat., noon-10 p.m.; Sun., Food court, beer garden, bingo, raffles, noon-6 p.m. rides, entertainment Food, music, entertainment, games, children’s activities FALL FESTIVAL Our Saviour Catholic School 5301 N. Atlantic Ave., Cocoa Beach NOVEMBER 2015 www.oursaviourschool.org Oct. 22-25: Thurs., 6-10 p.m.; Fri., 6-11 p.m.; Sat., 2-11 p.m.; Sun., noon-8 p.m. FALL FESTIVAL Games, rides, bingo, food, raffle St. Luke Parish and School 2892 S. Congress Ave., Palm Springs VENETIAN MASQUERADE BALL www.stlukeparish.com Diamond Jubilee Anniversary Nov. 5-8: Thur., 6-10 p.m.; Fri., 6- St. Charles Borromeo Catholic midnight; Sat., noon-midnight; School Sun. 2-10 p.m. 4001 Edgewater Drive, Orlando Games, rides, food, raffle, entertain- www.scbcs.net/gala ment. Friday, Oct. 23, 6-11 p.m., Ballroom at Church Street, 225 S. Garland Ave., HARVEST FESTIVAL Orlando Blessed Sacrament Parish Live and silent auctions, awards, casino 720 12th St., Clermont games, hosted bar www.mybscc.org Nov. 6-7 FALL FESTIVAL Call 352-394-3562 for times and infor- Nativity Parish mation 3255 N. Ronald Reagan Blvd., Longwood COMMUNITY HARVEST FESTIVAL www.nativity.org All Souls Parish Oct 23-25: Fri., 6-10 p.m.; Sat., noon- 3280 W. 1st St. (SR 46), Sanford 10 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m. www.allsoulsharvestfestival.com Games, food, entertainment, raffle, Nov. 6-8: Fri., 5-11 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.- bingo, car show, inflatable rides 11 p.m.; Sun., noon-8 p.m. Food, entertainment, rides, raffles, 34505-0925 bingo Angeliese, a kindergartner at St. Paul Catholic School in Leesburg, enjoys a bite of Hispanic food during the school’s Hispanic Fiesta in October. (STEPHEN DOWELL | FC)

B4 FESTIVAL GUIDE Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 www.thefloridacatholic.org FESTIVAL GUIDE B5

st. paul’s hispanic fiesta FESTIVAL 201Saturday,Saturday, OctoberOctober5 1717 RUMMAGE SALE opens at 7 a.m. 34508-0925 FUN at the FESTIVAL will be from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

• Live Music • Mechanical Bull • Folklore Dances • Choo Choo Train • Traditional Foods • Dunk Tank

34443-0925 • Appetizers • Bounce House • Rock Climbing Wall • Face Painting

RAFFLE! First Prize $1,500 • Second Prize $500 • Third Prize $200

For more info: 561-670-0121 34546-0925 4500 S. Dixie Hwy. - West Palm Beach, FL 33405 At left, prekindergartners from St. Paul Catholic School in Leesburg dance during the school’s Hispanic Fiesta. At rght, Angeliese, a kindergartner at St. Paul Catholic School in Leesburg, enjoys a bite of Hispanic food. (STEPHEN DOWELL | FC)

CARNIVAL SPECTACULAR NOVEMBER 2015 St. Joseph Parish and School 2990 26th St. W., Bradenton CRAFT FAIR Amy.wickmavis@pacecenter. Our Lady of Lourdes Parish org 22094 Lyons Road, Boca Raton Nov. 12-15: Thur., 3:30-7 p.m.; 561-445-4192 Fri., 5-10 p.m.; Sat., 3-10 p.m.; Good for Your Saturday, Nov. 7, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sun., noon-8 p.m. Festival 2016 Under A/C: 60 tables of hand- Games, rides, food, bingo, 575 Tuskawilla Rd., Winter Springs Heart & Soul! crafted items, raffle, bake sale, entertainment www.st-stephen.com • 407-699-5683 refreshments FREE parking, FREE entry FALL FESTIVAL CaRnivaL FOOd FaMiLY FUn St. Raphael Parish Feb. 4-7, 2016 WOMEN’S GUILD 2514 Lee Blvd., Lehigh Acres HOLIDAY BAZAAR www.srfallfest.com Our Lady of the Miraculous Nov. 12-15: Thurs., 6-10 p.m.; FeB. 4 FeB. 5 FeB. 6 FRidaY FeB. 7-SUn Medal Parish Fri., 6 p.m.-1 a.m.; Sat., noon- thURSdaY SatURdaY RideS OnLY 12175 Stringfellow Road, midnight; Sun., 2-10 p.m. Bokeelia Live music, rides, games, food, unlimiTed Ride paSSeS available 239-283-0456 silent auction, bake sale, Saturday, Nov. 7, 9 a.m.-noon Italian dinner Bingo Kids Games Festival Food Baked goods, holiday decora- Rides Strawberry Pie YUM! tions and gifts FALL FESTIVAL St. Thomas Aquinas Parish February 4-7 BAZAAR EXTRAVAGANZA 700 Brown Chapel Road, enteRtainMent Thursday 6-10 p.m. St. Francis of Assisi Parish St. Cloud FRi & Sat - Continuous Live entertainment 100 W. 21st St., Riviera Beach http://www.stacatholic.org/ Friday 6-11 p.m. Nov. 12-15: Thurs., 6-10 p.m.; www.stfrancisofassisi1948.org gigantic flea market Nov. 7-8: Sat,. 7 a.m.-2 p.m.; Fri., 6-11 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-11 GRand Saturday 2-11 p.m. Sun., 7 a.m.-2 p.m. p.m.; Sun., 1-11 p.m. Jan 29-31, 2016 Welcome all Bargain Hunters to PRize Sunday 12-10 p.m. Clothing, household items, Rides, food, games, live enter- the Best inDOOr flea market! furniture, electronics, and tainment, bingo, talent compe- RaFFLe Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church friDay, jan 29 - 7am - 4:30pm more tition, raffle saturDay, jan 30 - 7am - 4:30pm 11291 S.W. 142nd Avenue, Miami GIANT TAG AND sunDay, jan 31 - 10am - 3pm (Entrance from 112th St.) CRAFT SALE jewelry Books aUCtiOnS Bicycles christmas items 305-386-4121 St. Matthew Parish clothing furniture SiLent 6090 Hypoluxo Road, electronics sports equipment Saturday 2-5pm Please call or visit our website for Lake Worth antique Dishes toys ticket prices and more information Baby items artwork Live www.st-matthew-church.com 34444-0925 34498-0925 at www.ololourdes.org

34446-0925 anD mucH mOre! Saturday 7pm Saturday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Rain date: Nov. 21 100% of net proceeds go to support LOCaL community outreach programs. Angeliese, a kindergartner at St. Paul Catholic School in Leesburg, enjoys a bite of Hispanic food during the school’s Hispanic Fiesta in October. (STEPHEN DOWELL | FC)

B4 FESTIVAL GUIDE Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 www.thefloridacatholic.org FESTIVAL GUIDE B5

st. paul’s hispanic fiesta FESTIVAL 201Saturday,Saturday, OctoberOctober5 1717 RUMMAGE SALE opens at 7 a.m. 34508-0925 FUN at the FESTIVAL will be from 10 a.m.-8 p.m.

• Live Music • Mechanical Bull • Folklore Dances • Choo Choo Train • Traditional Foods • Dunk Tank

34443-0925 • Appetizers • Bounce House • Rock Climbing Wall • Face Painting

RAFFLE! First Prize $1,500 • Second Prize $500 • Third Prize $200

34446-0925 anD mucH mOre! Saturday 7pm Saturday, Nov. 14, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Rain date: Nov. 21 100% of net proceeds go to support LOCaL community outreach programs. B6 FESTIVAL GUIDE Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015

Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito gathers with 2014 Caritas Dei Bishop’s Gala chairs Kim and Ray Celedinas, left, and 2013 gala chairs Marietta and Dale McNulty, right. The Father Miguel Gonzalez, pastor of St. John Vianney Parish in Orlando, calls on third- major charity fundraiser at The Breakers Hotel in Palm Beach supports the ministries graders to talk about the countries they represent during a Mass that was part of the and programs of Catholic Charities serving the poor and vulnerable of the Diocese of annual International Day at the school. (MICHAEL HARKER | FC) Palm Beach. (COURTESY)

CATHOLIC CHARITIES HEART OF AN ANGEL NOVEMBER 2015 DECEMBER 2015 bISHOP’S GALA DINNER AUCTION Catholic Charities Diocese of Sacred Heart Catholic School ARTS AND CRAFT SHOW ANNUAL GALA AUCTION Palm Beach 1003 Turnbull St., New Smyrna St. Thomas More Parish The Breakers Hotel, Palm Beach Beach 10935 S. Military Trail, TO bE HELD AT THE POLO Thursday, Jan. 28 www.shseagles.org CLUb OF bOCA RATON Silent auction, cocktail hour, Saturday, Jan. 30, 6 p.m. Boynton Beach St. Joan of Arc Parish and www.stmbb.org dinner and dancing School 561-630-2695 or jhoffman@ Nov. 14-15: Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; 5400 Champion Blvd., Sun., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. diocesepb.org for more infor- FEBRUARY 2016 Boca Raton mation 40-plus vendors, sweet shop www.stjoan.org Friday, Dec. 4, 6 p.m. ST. RITA ANNUAL FESTIVAL 51ST ANNUAL HARVEST “LATE NITE CATECHISM” St. Rita Parish Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, FESTIVAL St. Mark the Evangelist Parish 13645 Paddock Drive, At Historic Dodgertown live and silent auctions, dinner, 7081 S.E. Highway 42, Wellington St. Helen Parish dancing Summerfield 561-793-8544 3901 26th St., Vero Beach stmarkrcc.interticket.com Nov. 19-22: Thur., 5-9:30 p.m.; Feb. 4-7: Thurs., 6-10 p.m.; Fri., CHRISTMAS bAZAAR Friday, Jan. 29, 7 p.m. 5-10 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Fri., 5-11 p.m.; Sat., noon-11 Basilica of St. Paul Parish Sun., 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Breakfast p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m. 317 Mullally St., Daytona Beach 16TH ANNUAL 8:30 a.m. Over 25 games, rides, food, free www.basilicaofsaintpaul.com HERITAGE FESTIVAL Rides, food, entertainment, parking and admission Dec. 5-6: Sat., 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Our Lady of Grace Parish bingo, raffles, bake sale Sun., 9 a.m.-3 p.m. 300 Malabar Road S.E., Palm Bay PASTA NIGHT Silent auction, crafts, food, San- St. Rita Parish www.ourladyofgracechurch.com WINTERFEST ta’s attic, Santa and Mrs. Claus 13645 Paddock Drive, Jan. 29-31: Fri., 5-10 p.m.; Sat., St. Stephen Parish Wellington noon-10 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m. 575 Tuskawilla Road, Friday, Nov 20, 5-7 p.m. Rides, ethnic food, entertain- Winter Springs $8 donation JANUARY 2016 ment, basket raffle, taste of www.st-stephen.com Call 954-295-3498 for informa- Grace Feb. 4-7 tion 25TH ANNUAL FESTIVAL Rides, food, games, bingo, St. Andrew Catholic School GIGANTIC FLEA MARKET entertainment St. Stephen Parish 2628 Del Prado Blvd., Cape Coral FAT TUESDAY DINNER Our first festival www.saintandrewsfestival.com 575 Tuskawilla Road, directory: AND DANCE Jan. 14-17 Winter Springs St. Rita Parish DO YOU Food, vendors, rides and prizes www.st-stephen.com 13645 Paddock Drive, Jan. 29-31: Fri., 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Wellington LIKE Sat., 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Tuesday, Feb 9, 5-10 p.m. WHAT YOU SEE? Sun., 10 a.m.-3 p.m. $25 per person, $45 per couple Jewelry, clothing, baby items, Call 954-295-3498 for informa-

Give us your opinion! furniture, bicycles and much tion Email directories@ more thefloridacatholic.org Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015 www.thefloridacatholic.org FESTIVAL GUIDE B7

IRISH FEST - 30th ANNIVERSARY FEBRUARY 2016 Flagler Avenue, Downtown, West Palm Beach SPRING FESTIVAL Call 1-800-882-ERIN for times and Holy Name of Jesus Parish information 345 S. Military Trail, West Palm Beach www.irishflorida.org www.myhnj.org March 12-13 Feb. 19-21: Fri., 6-11 p.m.; Sat., noon-11 Live music, pub tent, children’s amuse- p.m.; Sun. noon-7 p.m. ments, Irish food and drinks, Irish mar- Food, music, rides ketplace ANNUAL RUMMAGE SALE ANNUAL PAUL TODD CONCERT Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal St. John XXIII Parish 12175 Stringfellow Road, Bokeelia 13060 Palomino Lane, Fort Myers 239-283-0456 239-561-2245 Saturday, Feb. 20, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sunday, March 13, 6 p.m. Household goods, clothing, shoes, art, Tickets: $20, bring your own chair; Youths perform a traditional courtship dance from Mexico at the furniture $30, we supply the chair 11th annual Hispanic Fall Festival at St. Jude Parish in Sarasota. Approximately 10,000 people participated in the event which is a SPAGHETTI DINNER AND EDISON WOMEN’S GUILD ANNUAL celebration of culture, music, dancing, food and traditional clothing. PAGEANT OF LIGHT PARADE FASHION SHOW (BOB REDDY | FC) St. Francis Xavier Parish St. John XXIII Parish 2157 Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers 13060 Palomino Lane, Fort Myers www.stfrancisfm.org 239-561-2245 Saturday, Feb. 20, 3-6:30 p.m. Saturday, March 19, 11 a.m., with lunch Xavier Hall, 2055 Heitman St. Cost: $10 at 11:45 a.m. Vigil Mass: 4 p.m. Featuring Chico’s. Reservations: $40. FASHION SHOW AND LUNCH Contact Fran Patterson at 239-540-7116 St. Frances Cabrini Parish or [email protected] 12001 69th St. E., Parrish [email protected] Feb. 22, 11 a.m. APRIL 2016

FESTIVAL GALA DINNER DANCE Emmanuel Parish AND AUCTION 15700 S. Military Trail, Delray Beach Epiphany Cathedral 561-496-2480 350 Tampa Ave. W., Venice Feb 26-28: Fri., 4:30-9 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.- 941-488-2215 9 p.m.; Sun., 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, April 9, 5:30-11:30 p.m. Friday: Fish dinner, live entertainment, The Oaks Club, Osprey flea market, food, vendors All proceeds benefit Epiphany Cathedral Catholic School GOLF TOURNAMENT AND LUNCH MARCH 2016 St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School 50h t ANNUAL PARISH FESTIVAL 4001 Edgewater Drive, Orlando – BAZAAR REVIVAL www.scbcs.net/gala St. Vincent Ferrer Parish and School Friday, Apr. 15, 8:30 a.m. 840 George Bush Blvd., Delray Beach Dubsdread Golf Course, 549 W. Par St., www.stvincentferrer.com Orlando March 4-6: Fri., 5-11 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.- 11 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Carnival rides, games, live entertain- MAY 2016 ment, food, world-class flea market ST. PATRICK’s DAY DINNER ITALIAN FESTIVAL St. Frances Cabrini Parish Our Lady of Lourdes Parish 12001 69th St. E., Parrish 1014 N. Halifax Ave., Daytona Beach [email protected] www.ourladyoflourdesdaytona.com Saturday, March 12, 5-10 p.m. May 5-8: Thur., 1:30 p.m., Mass with procession, 5-10 p.m., Festa opens; Fri., 5-10 p.m.; Sat., noon-10 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m. 34506-0925 Rides, homemade food, music, dancing #####-#### B8 FESTIVAL GUIDE Florida Catholic Sept. 25-Oct. 8, 2015

Marian festival You’re invited to our 39th Fall Festival Celebration Where: St. Theresa Catholic Church • 11528 S.E. U.S. Hwy. 301, Belleview, FL 34420 When: October 2-3 Time: 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Ethnic Food, Vendors, Clowns, Entertainment, Pie Eating Contest, Chicken Calling Contest, Dancers, Martial Arts, Auction Items, Raffles and much more.

Live Auction, Food and Vendors on Friday, 10/2 from 4-7:30 pm. Auction items include golf equipment, restaurant gift certificates, household items and much, much more. 34572-0925 Miami-based Heralds of the Gospel carry a statuette of Our Lady of Fatima during an annual Marian Festival at Emmanuel Parish in Delray Beach. (JIM DAVIS | FC) 34500-0925