Rebel Leader Praises Catholic Work in Liberated Area

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PAUL JEFFREY The SPLA-North is one of several rebel Catholic News Service groups in Sudan, whose Islamist rulers have cracked down viciously on regional attempts NUBA MOUNTAINS, Sudan | The at autonomy. Hilu said “better management leader of a rebel group fighting the of diversity” is necessary if Sudan is to remain intact. government of Sudan says the Catho- “We are fighting for a secular, democratic, lic Church has given hope to the peo- and united Sudan. Unity is a strength. But ple of that country’s war-torn Nuba the Islamists, the Muslim extremists under Bashir, do not believe in diversity. They don’t Mountains. respect religious diversity, ethnic diversity, Abdelaziz Adam al-Hilu, chair of Sudan or cultural diversity. They want to extermi- People’s Liberation Army-North, says the ac- nate others in order to have an Arab Muslim companiment of the church, under the lead- Sudan. Anyone who is not an Arab or a Mus- ership of retired Bishop Macram Max Gassis lim has no place in their country,” he said. of El Obeid, has encouraged the people of the The liberation movement has tried to Nuba Mountains during decades of war with boost women’s traditional second-class sta- the government in Khartoum. tus in the region. To keep girls in school, at “Bishop Macram gave hope to the people. the beginning of May it implemented a new He gave them courage to continue to fight for law that any man who gets a female student their freedom, to fight for their rights, their pregnant must pay three times the normal dignity and their humanity,” Hilu said dur- bride price, usually a certain number of ing an interview with Catholic News Service cows. May 1. “We believe that women have equal rights Bishop Gassis, who had been threatened Children walk in Kauda, a village in the Nuba Mountains of Sudan, April 30. (PAUL with men, but if women are not educated by the Islamist government in Khartoum, JEFFREY | CNS) they will not be able to enjoy these rights,” Sudan, relocated to Nairobi, Kenya, in the said Hilu, who said he was looking for a reli- 1990s and began visiting the isolated Nuba cines. He rehabilitated the church so the munities. gious congregation or other group interested Mountains region, often flying into clandes- faithful could continue their prayer. He es- With the United Nations and most NGOs in opening a girls’ boarding school in the tine airstrips to avoid detection by the Suda- tablished the hospital and the schools,” Hilu afraid to enter the war-torn liberated zone, Nuba Mountains. nese military. said. despite a partial cease-fire beginning last Last year the U.S. government announced “His coming was a big relief to the people. “Then came so many of his colleagues year, Catholic workers provide most of the an end to most economic sanctions against It was moral support. When people saw from the Catholic Church. The most famous medical care and education in the region, the Bashir regime, but a bipartisan group of him here, it gave them hope. They felt they of them were Dr. Tom and Sister Angelina,” and offer some technical assistance to farm- 57 members of Congress wrote the president weren’t alone, that they had friends, and that Hilu said, referring to Dr. Tom Catena, a U.S. ers who’ve been pushed on to less fertile hill- a letter in March urging him to hold the Su- something good would happen,” Hilu said. lay missionary, and Sister Angelina Nyak- sides by the bombing of their valley plots. danese leader accountable for massive hu- Bishop Gassis’ visits came in the middle uru, a Ugandan Comboni sister and nurse. “These are great friends, and we appreci- man rights abuses and corruption. of decades of on-again, off-again fighting “But there are many more.” ate what they have done and the hope they Hilu, whose military force alone is no between the central government and sev- Catena and Sister Nyakuru both work at and the Catholic Church gave the people match for the modern weapons in Khar- eral rebel movements in the South and other Mother of Mercy Hospital in Gidel, which by providing both material and moral sup- toum’s arsenal, says the world must keep peripheral areas of the country. In 2005, a Bishop Gassis founded in 2008. When the port. These are great people in the eyes of pressure on Bashir. peace treaty was signed that led to the even- Khartoum government started indiscrimi- the Nuba, especially those in the liberated “We want a peaceful country, a stable and tual independence of neighboring South Su- nate bombing of the Nuba Mountains in areas,” Hilu said. democratic country where there is freedom dan, but the Nuba Mountains and two other 2011, almost all foreigners fled. Catena and Hilu was interviewed in a heavily defend- for all. But with the Shariah law imposed nearby areas were left out of the accord. The Sister Nyakuru and a handful of other Cath- ed military post tucked back in the moun- by the National Islamic Front under Bashir, Nuba people continued to suffer isolation olic workers were among the few who re- tains. He is both commander of the SPLA- there is no room for democratization or free- and violence. mained, regularly taking refuge in foxholes North troops as well as the de facto governor dom. So if they can put pressure on Bashir “There was no medicine, so people were with the people they served while Sudanese of the liberated area, in charge of everything to remove this Shariah, then there would be using just roots and local herbal medicines, soldiers rolled barrel bombs out of Antonov from road maintenance to negotiating the room for a united and peaceful Sudan,” Hilu but then Bishop Macram ferried in medi- cargo planes in the skies above their com- region’s political future. said. n www.thefloridacatholic.org | May 11-24, 2018 FLORIDACatholic ORLANDO DIOCESE 8 men called to the diaconate Staff report acquainted with it. Their family of the Florida Catholic staff has worshipped at St. Margaret Mary ever since. ORLANDO | Eight devoted men In addition to parish ministries, will be ordained deacons June 9, 10 Tommy serves on the board of di- a.m., at the Basilica of the National rectors for KUDU, an organization Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Uni- focused on providing safe, nurtur- verse in Orlando. The faithful are ing environments for orphans in urged to join Bishop John Noonan Kibale, Uganda. Tommy said he in welcoming them to the diacon- “feels blessed beyond measure to ate in the Diocese of Orlando. have journeyed through diaconate formation these last six years LOU BARTOS Jr. with my family.” He added, “Amy Lou and Kathy Bartos have been has walked beside me, supported parishioners at Sacred Heart Par- me, and shared in my discernment ish in New Smyrna since 1986 and of God’s call every step of the way.” are co-owners of Halifax Veterinary Chloe feels a very special attach- Center. They have been married for ment to the process and the people, 43 years and have two grown, mar- and does not want family formation ried children, Jason and Mary Re- weekends at San Pedro Center to bekah. They also have two grand- end. “Not only is it a source of great children. Originally from New York, joy to witness the happiness and they settled in New Smyrna Beach closer relationship to God that this to be close to family. process has brought the family, I The couple has been active in fervently believe it has prepared my ministries on the diocesan, par- family for a future of service to the ish and school level. A former park people of God,” Tommy said. The men who will be ordained permanent deacons June 9 are, from left, Hector Isaza, Wilmar Rojas, ranger, Lou’s other passion is salt- Mark Fry, Ed Struttmann, Tommy Cuff, Anthony Medina, Lou Bartos, and Wilfred Tilus. (COURTESY) water fly-fishing. He and Kathy MARK FRY enjoy hiking, kayaking, biking and Mark is the oldest of John and HECTOR FABIO ISAZA grandchild. Anthony has been a family comes first, and to maintain travel on their time off. Elizabeth Fry’s three children. Born Hector refers to himself as a reg- bus driver for students with special the proper family union I have to Kathy noted, “These past years in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in 1972, his ular “cable man” who has worked needs for 17 years with Seminole be able to properly balance family, of formation have fundamentally career brought him from Oklahoma in many other fields. He was born County Public Schools. He arrived work and my diaconate call.” changed not only how Lou views City to Altamonte Springs in July in the mountain city of Pereira, Co- in Florida from Puerto Rico 20 years himself, but also how he views his 2003. There he met his wife, Gloria, lombia, to “a very hard-working sin- ago looking for work. Within weeks, WILMAR ROJAS place in God’s plan. Lou looks for- and married her four years later. gle mother” and has three other sib- he discovered St. Mary Magdalen Wilmar has been married to ward with great anticipation to He has worked for Travelers Insur- lings. The family moved to Panama Parish in Altamonte Springs where Martha Rojas-Montana since what the Lord holds for our future.” ance for 11 years as an auto claims when he was 14, where he met and he joined the Catholic Charismatic 1998 and they have two daugh- Lou added, “I hope, as a servant for adjuster/appraiser in the Orlando eventually married his high school Renewal in the Hispanic commu- ters, Stephanie and Nicole. He has Sacred Heart and St. Gerard Mis- area. Mark, Gloria and his mother sweetheart, Yelena. nity and eventually participated at owned a home remodeling com- sion, that I will be able to return, have attended Sts. Peter and Paul The young newlyweds quickly the diocesan level. pany for the past 14 years and was even in some small measure, the Parish in Winter Park for the past 13 left Panama due to the social and Anthony works with Share the born in Bogota, Colombia. As a love, support and prayers our fam- years, and both Mark and Gloria en- economic struggles and journeyed Care, an organization specialized parishioner of the St. Maximilian ily has received over the years.” joy serving at Second Harvest Food across the Mexican and American in adult day care and respite for Kolbe and St. Joseph’s communities Bank. borders. They eventually found frail, physically and cognitively im- in east Orlando since 2009, he has THOMAS CUFF Mark noted his formation expe- their way to Philadelphia where paired adults, including those diag- been involved in many ministries, Tommy and Amy Cuff have been rience has been filled with many they started a family. nosed with Alzheimer’s disease. from catechist and sacristan to bass married for 18 years and have one challenges and graces, especially Despite 20 years of difficulties, he “I have experienced many bless- player in the Spanish choir. Wilmar daughter, Chloe. Tommy works the time required in college cours- said God shone a very strong light ings during my formation years,” has also mentored many men at the for Legatus, an organization that es and the intensity and complex- over him. While on a group retreat said Anthony. “My cohort (2018) to- Central Florida Reception Center brings Catholic business profes- ity of the master’s level classes. Al- in Alaska, a priest asked Hector, gether with the formation team and as they transition back into society sionals together to emphasize the though the one training weekend a “Have you ever thought of being a all the other cohorts have become from prison. need to make Christ present in month over the last five years was deacon?” Circumstances brought a family in which I have found the “The diaconate formation pro- their respective marketplaces and challenging, Mark said the graces his family to Deltona and Our Lady strength and support at all times.” gram has brought out of me a new spheres of influence. have far outweighed the challeng- of the Lakes Parish, where he knew He added, “There have been big person,” Wilmar noted. “Before en- Early on, Tommy and Amy felt es in this six-year formation. Wait- the diaconate was the path he need- challenges that my family has over- tering the program, I was dormant an intense desire to address a ing an extra year to apply to the ed to take. come. First, I had to acquire the to God’s plan for my life. I was going spiritual void in their life. Tom- 2017 class allowed Mark to better He said he is very happy because computer skills needed to pursue through life as most people, trying my had been raised a Jehovah’s discern and prepare for the forma- his marriage is as strong as it can be my studies. Second, at the begin- to be a good man, husband, raising Witness and Amy was a non- tion process. and his three children are very sup- ning of my third formation year, my good kids and being a good neigh- practicing Catholic. Through a Sharing in this process with Glo- portive. He asks that the people of wife also decided to enroll in col- bor. Formation helped me realize series of events, the Holy Spirit ria has strengthened their relation- the diocese pray so one day “he can lege and she required a lot of help that I was far from my potential and led them to the Catholic Church. ship and allowed them to both grow be the deacon God always intended due to the language barrier.” true calling. The call to the diacon- In February 2005, after visit- individually and together. “My vi- him to be.” “My vision for the future as a ate was subtle, yet so powerful that ing St. Margaret Mary Parish sion for my family after ordination deacon family is to live my life as I couldn’t deny it. in Winter Park, Tommy entered is continuing to integrate diaconate ANTHONY MEDINA an example of service to those in “God has formed and enabled me the catechumenate with Amy at ministry into my family life, parish Anthony and Rosa Medina have need,” he continued. “As a mar- to serve him and his people as an or- his side. He began learning the life and the greater community,” four children: Anthony, Alexan- ried man and father, I have to be Catholic faith as Amy became re- Mark said. der, Rosalind and Axell, and one aware that my responsibility to my Please see DEACONS, A2 May 11-24, 2018 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY A2 Priest participates in meeting of Missionaries of Mercy

Elizabeth Wilson Florida Catholic correspondent

ORLANDO | Whether traveling, working with students at Bishop Moore Catholic High School or spending time out in the community, Franciscan Fa- ther Anthony Aarons is always ready to hear confessions. Ever since participating in an international meeting of the Missionaries of Mercy with Pope Francis April 7-11, Father Aarons has committed to bring a purple stole wherever he goes, just in case someone is in need of the Sacrament of Reconciliation. “I am always on call,” Father Aarons said. “God never aban- dons his people, so I should never abandon God’s people. I have to be, in this diocese and wherever I go, a witness and an interpreter of Franciscan Father Anthony Aarons meets Pope Francis during his visit God’s mercy. That’s what the Holy to the Vatican in April. (VATICAN PRESS) Father said we should be.” Father Aarons was named a reminded us that as priests, put- the official meeting was complet- Missionary of Mercy in 2016, dur- ting on an alb and a stole does ed, Father Aarons continued his ing the Jubilee Year of Mercy. Ini- not take away our unworthiness,” journey with a pilgrimage to the tially, he was to serve during that Father Aarons said. “We should home of St. Pio, who was given as year to make God’s mercy known remember that on the day of or- a model of mercy by Pope Francis. through preaching and the Sac- dination we put on Christ. What He also visited Lanciano, the site rament of Reconciliation. How- was shown to us on the day of of an eighth-century eucharis- Father Anthony Aarons shows a replica of a panel on the Holy Door ever, at the conclusion of the ju- our ordination was mercy. I have tic miracle, and celebrated Mass of Mercy he received from Pope Francis. (MARJORIE DURANTE | FC) bilee year, Pope Francis extended been created with mercy and I there for the Diocese of Orlando the call of the missionaries “until have been treated with mercy, in honor of the diocesan Year of ally a card-carrying Missionary to share that experience with further notice.” The recent gath- therefore I am called to be an am- the Eucharist. He returned to Or- of Mercy, he believes it is a role all others. We also have to look at ering in Rome was an opportuni- bassador of mercy.” lando April 21, renewed and ea- people share. the spiritual and corporal works ty for the missionaries to receive In addition to the audience ger to share God’s mercy at every “All laypersons should be able of mercy and live that out in our additional formation and enjoy with Pope Francis, the trip to opportunity. to proclaim the mercy of God be- lives. fellowship with one another. Rome also included a prayer vigil “I am really honored to do cause they have received mercy,” “Our task is to allow persons to Nearly 600 of the more than 1,000 on mercy, the opportunity to this,” he said. “And so on my new he said. “Where do we receive have an encounter with Christ. missionaries were present. concelebrate the Divine Mercy business cards done by Bishop mercy? More than anything it’s That’s what we need to do. Let the “In an audience with the Mis- Sunday Mass with the Holy Fa- Moore it has me listed as Chap- in the Sacrament of Reconcilia- people know God never tires of sionaries of Mercy, Pope Francis ther, and a series of catechesis on lain and Missionary of Mercy.” tion. Persons who receive mercy forgiving us, so we should never different aspects of mercy. Once While Father Aarons is liter- in that Sacrament should be able be tired of forgiving others.” n

DEACONS Approaching its 50th year, Eddie has a story” and this is how he will Evelyne Lamarre. They married now runs the local store. He cred- continue to approach people as a in September 1989 and had their From A1 its the development of a servant’s deacon of the community: listen- only daughter, Natalie. When Nat- St. Paul Parish heart to his work at the family store ing to their story and helping them alie visited Florida to see Wilfrid’s and working an evening paper grow in their spirituality. mother, her caretaker from birth, Thrift Store dained minister of the ‘one, holy, route. He runs his business as a the family realized how much they catholic and apostolic Church.’ Ev- way to help people, often mentor- WILFRID TILUS missed family, so they moved to ery twist, turn, up and down on the ing young people toward a proper Wilfrid was born in 1956 in Port- Kissimmee. 1321 Sunshin Av., Leesbur ,FL formation trail was an opportunity spiritual path. au-Prince, Haiti, the youngest of Wilfred is now a translator of to grow, deepen, strengthen and Eddie attended Catholic school five brothers. He attended Our French and Creole documents for a 352-787-3388 edify my relationship with God at Holy Name of Jesus in Indialantic, Lady of the Assumption Catholic company working with the Haitian and others,” he added. “Trustingly, Our Lady of Lourdes in Melbourne, Elementary School in Haiti. His community in Central Florida. The 2017 Best of Leesburg Martha, the girls and I are very ex- and Melbourne Central Catholic family lived 100 yards away from Tilus family has been involved at Awards for Thrift Store cited to carry on the rest of God’s High School. “Working and serving the parish of St. Bernadette where St. Catherine of Siena Parish since plan for us.” people while immersed in a deep- he and his brothers were altar serv- 2005. er Catholic school environment ers and he sang in the church choir. During a trip to a Charismatic EDWARD STRUTTMANN helped keep me grounded.” he said. During his high school years, he congress in New Jersey in 2010, Fa- Eddie is one of five children. He “This is where I learned to see the followed in the footsteps of his ther Nazaire Massillon discovered married his high school sweet- struggle in each individual and to brother and became the leader Wilfrid’s capacity and heart for heart, Barbara, and they are mem- do what I could to help.” of their parish youth group and a service and suggested he join the bers of the Holy Name of Jesus Par- While in diaconate formation, proud member of National Young diaconate. Overcoming three years ish in Indialantic. They have one Eddie started working on a new Haitian Christian organization. of obstacles, Wilfrid was accepted son, Chris, and a grandson, Gray- ministry, St. Stephen’s Way. The He then became a freelance pho- to Saint Leo University. From that son. Eddie’s family relocated to In- ministry helps displaced men with tographer, mostly covering church moment on, he knew it was God’s dialantic from Washington, D.C., families in the Brevard County activities. will that he should be a servant of

when he was a child because his School system secure dignified Wilfrid left Haiti in 1987 and the Church. Wilfred said, “I am 11350-0511 father worked with the U.S. space and safe housing. St. Stephen’s Way migrated to Southern California, looking forward to the day when program. His parents later opened then coaches families toward a se- stopping in New York where he be- I will be fully united with a group a small plumbing shop that even- cure and independent future. Ed- came reacquainted with the wom- of people who have the desire to be tually became an Ace Hardware. die is always saying, “Every person an who would become his wife, the icon of Christ, the servant.” n A3 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018 Diocesan women’s council celebrates 50 years Glenda Meekins tor.” of the Florida Catholic staff Diane Rieves, a three-time af- filiate president and council mem- ORLANDO | The Orlando Di- ber for 51 years, agreed. “The best ocesan Council of Catholic Wom- thing I ever did was join the Coun- en has been a part of the diocese cil of Catholic Women,” she said. since its inception. The theme of “It made me a better woman.” this year’s annual convention in The council’s service com- Ocala was “50 Years of Merciful mission reflects Christian values Discipleship.” Founding members — visiting nursing homes, rais- gathered alongside new ones April ing funds for the homeless and 28-30, with a goal of mentoring fu- suffering locally and abroad, and ture leaders, deepening spiritual educating on human trafficking growth and serving the commu- and pornography, to name just a nities in which they live. few. At its core is the spirituality “They (the diocesan council) commission that seeks to deepen women) were the ones way, way members’ relationship with Christ back who helped found a lot of through mornings of reflection, our parishes, and helped priests Bible studies and various spiritual and sisters when they came here development opportunities. from different parts of the world Mary Matheus, current presi- to open schools,” said Bishop John dent of the diocesan council, said Noonan. “So the Catholic women the council’s mission is the same have been a part of the history of as the Church — to spread the our diocese for 50 years and con- Gospel. She expressed concern tinue to support and help us. We for the future of the organization are blessed to have them and we because membership is down, but are blessed that they have left such From left, Faye Johnson, Winkie LeFils and Julie Drake, all past presidents and attendees at the first Matheus believes the diocesan a wonderful legacy to the future Diocesan Council of Catholic Women convention, share a laugh with Bishop John Noonan. council is needed now more than generations.” ever. It was 1968 when Bishop Wil- of the Council of Catholic Women vision communication as a part trains members on leadership “The (Council of Catholic Wom- liam Borders asked June Sayers for 60 years (10 years when it was of “Reel to Real,” a television pro- and issues of the day and is known en) is extremely important be- of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in under the Diocese of St. Augus- gram that ran for several years on throughout the nation for out- cause women are undervalued,” Daytona Beach to set up the dioc- tine), commented on the council’s a diocesan channel which offered standing education. Julie Drake, she said. “Women have a pivotal esan council almost immediately legislative work. a segment for the council titled past president and member since role in the formation of our future after the diocese was created. “I researched the resolutions “Woman’s World.” In 1976, the she was 22, began the symposium adults and we have a lot of influ- Since then, the diocese has grown we’ve written on the national level council introduced the Billings during her presidency along with ence in what happens in our soci- from 50 parishes to 79 parishes from 1920 to now and we are still Method of natural birth control the personal development train- ety.” and 12 missions, and the council working on the same human life at its convention, presented by Dr. ing program in the parishes. Incoming president, Kathy has grown from three deaneries issues of dignity and respect. In Hannah Klaus. It also later began a “We’ve helped women increase Leigh, echoed that statement with to five. 1981, we passed a resolution af- diocesewide program titled Cath- their self-confidence, learn how to her vision for the future. “It will The Orlando Diocesan Council ter much division and discussion olic Alert, which helped promote deal with difficult people and be continue, as in the words of St. Te- of Catholic Women represents the against chemical, germ and nu- the public image of the Church. leaders at all levels,” she said. “It’s resa of Kolkata, to ‘do small things Catholic women in the diocese clear warfare and it’s happening Its leadership symposium important to encourage and men- with great love.’” n through 35 parish affiliations or today. We, as Catholic women, are groups in the five deaneries: Cen- still standing on the front lines for tral, Eastern, Northern, Southern human rights.” and Western. And the council did notably Winkie Le Fils, parishioner of more than influence legislative All Souls in Sanford and a member issues. It was a forerunner in tele-

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ORLANDO | Combined, Father Percival (Val) DeVera, Father Al- vin Erni, Father Nazaire Massillon and Father Luis Osorio have spent nearly 35 years serving the Diocese of Orlando, but it is only recently that they officially call the diocese “home.” In April, they completed the process of incardination, or the transfer of allegiance from one diocese and bishop to another. Father John Giel, diocesan vicar Father Alvin Erni, left, associate pastor at Holy Family Parish, Orlando, general, explained priests come to and Father Nazaire Massillon, parochial vicar at St. Catherine of the Orlando Diocese from other Sienna, Kissimmee, stand together after their incardination into the Father Percival (Val) DeVera, seated, signs papers April 25 as part dioceses or religious orders. After Diocese of Orlando April 13. (PHOTOS BY GLENDA MEEKINS | FC) of being incardinated into the diocese, as Bishop John Noonan and three years they can go through the Father John Giel, vicar general, look on. incardination process. Bishop Noonan joked during “The joy and gratitude is so over- “Once approved, they take an the incardination that Father Mas- whelming that I can sing the Mag- oath of fidelity and are brought into sillon cannot leave the parish be- nificat with our Mother,” he said. this diocese as an official member,” cause “we’d have to replace him “We just need to obey and to trust Father Giel said. with three priests. He says Mass in him more who knows what is good Coming from the Philippines, English, Spanish, Creole and Por- and right for all of us.” Haiti and Colombia, respective- tuguese.” Father DeVera was serving the ly, these priests enrich the local “I’m very happy and grateful to Diocese of Queens, New York, Church in Orlando with their di- Bishop Noonan and to God. I will when the long, cold winters finally verse cultures and especially their continue to do my work and do my became too much for the native love for God and the communities best to live the Gospel,” said Father Filipino to handle. “I looked for a they serve. Massillon. place with weather that was closer “We have incardinated priests Father Erni said it was “divine to home and I settled on Florida,” he from different countries of the providence” that brought him to recalled. world, showing that the Church is the Diocese of Orlando. He was or- He may have come for the weath- growing and spreading, but also the dained in the Capuchin order and er, but he has stayed for the people. need for priests in our own diocese,” came to Orlando from the Philip- Since arriving in the diocese in De- Father John Giel, left, vicar general, and Bishop John Noonan, right, said Bishop John Noonan. “We have pines six years ago to serve the Fili- cember 2006, Father DeVera has welcome Father Luis Osorio, parochial administrator of Centro accepted priests from many differ- pino community at St. Joseph Par- served St. Francis of Assisi Parish Guadalupano Mission, Wahneta, as an incardinated priest April 25. ent parts of the world and we are ish in Orlando. in Apopka, Holy Redeemer Parish blessed to have them.” “I had no intention of coming in Kissimmee and St. Anthony Par- Like Father DeVera, the weather ther Osorio served as assistant pas- Father Massillon began his here and the first time that it was ish in Lakeland, where he currently brought Father Osorio to Orlando. tor at St. Mary Parish in Rockledge. priestly ministry in his native Haiti offered to me, I declined and gave serves as parochial administrator. He was also interested in being He was transferred to St. Joseph with the Congregation of the Im- a resounding ‘no’ for an answer,” In each place he said he has found closer to his home in Colombia. A Parish in Lakeland in September maculate Heart of Mary. As a mis- Father Erni recalled. “But I always a loving, prayerful, supportive com- meeting with a Diocese of Orlando 2016, but that assignment lasted sionary, he first served in Mexico believed and trusted in God’s provi- munity. He has additionally been priest at a Conference of Hispanic only one week when the death of and Brazil before being assigned dence and to do his will has always blessed by “a strong brotherhood Priests in Colorado Springs in 2008 Father Norman Farland left an im- to St. Catherine of Siena Parish in been my intention throughout my of Filipino priests” in the diocese. convinced him to make the move mediate need at the Centro Gua- Kissimmee in 2010. The commu- life’s journey. So, a year passed by Father DeVera is very active in the from the Diocese of Charlotte, dalupano Mission in Wahneta. nity had a deep impact on him and and the offer came back. This time I ministry to Filipinos and is a mem- North Carolina, to Central Florida. Father Osorio has been serving the before long, Father Massillon had was ready to say, ‘Yes, Lord, thy will ber “AhMen,” a singing group of “The word ‘catholic’ means univer- migrant community there as paro- an overwhelming feeling that this be done.” local Filipino priests who give con- sal. Here in Orlando there is a big chial administrator ever since. diocese is where he belongs. Father Erni is currently an asso- certs around the diocese. diversity of priests from different “I think the greatest blessing as “I have served at St. Catherine of ciate pastor at Holy Family Parish “Being incardinated gives me a countries and cultures that make a priest is continuing to serve the Siena my whole time in the diocese. in Orlando and he is grateful for the feeling that this is my home,” said universality so easy to experience people of God,” he said. “In spite The greatest blessing is the accep- opportunities he has been given to Father DeVera. “I’ve been serving in a small territory,” Father Osorio of being in a different place than tance and love of the people there,” serve and love God and his people the diocese for almost 12 years now. said. “This is a big blessing.” where you were ordained, the need he said. through that community. I belong to this place.” Upon his arrival in July 2009, Fa- is everywhere.” n Record number of women attend Fiat retreat

GLENDA MEEKINS sacrament of reconciliation. Inte- “Perhaps the most sacred mo- of the Florida Catholic staff gral to the weekend retreat were the ment for me came during Adoration presentations on the fundamentals on Saturday evening,” said Sister ORLANDO | Forty-eight young of the Catholic faith, small sharing Power. “My heart was moved by the Catholic women ages 13-18 gathered groups and one-on-one encounters sight of our retreatants, so fixed on at San Pedro Spiritual Development with the religious sisters, all which the Blessed Sacrament, so hungry Center in Winter Park April 20-22 for helped unpack this year’s theme, for God’s love.” the annual “Fiat Days” retreat. They “Daughters of the Most High.” The “It was an absolute joy to be there participated in activities that helped group enjoyed a candlelight recita- and to see the promise of our future them discern God’s desire for their tion of the rosary and had a bonfire for the Catholic Church,” said Sister lives. This is the largest attendance with s’mores. Associate vocations Ann Rowland of the Daughters of in the history of this spiritual event. director Sister Kathleen Power of the Heart of Mary. “There are young Together with five religious sis- the Sisters of St. Joseph directed the people out there who will discern Dominican Sister Maureen Cannon, left, and Sister of St. Joseph ters, diocesan priests joined them retreat, assisted by a core team of and follow him in the religious life, Kathleen Power, second from right, spend time with three of 48 for the celebration of Mass, as well seven University of Central Florida and of course in married life and the discerners during the Fiat retreat at San Pedro Spiritual Development as for Eucharistic Adoration and the Catholic Campus Ministry leaders. single life. It was a beautiful day.” n Center in Winter Park April 20-22. (ANDREA NAVARRO | FC) May 11-24, 2018 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY A6 News From around the diocese BREVARD COUNTY herself in this historical tragedy by “This is the best kind of project, watching documentaries, reading a grass-roots project,” said Princi- books and visiting the Holocaust pal Jaime Hartmann. “I received an Voice of Holocaust Museum in Washington, D.C., email from Annabelle asking if they where models of cattle cars and vic- could collect plastic bags. Reuse, re- victim comes from tims’ shoes left in a pile made a last- duce and recycle, taking care of the unexpected source ing impression. environment and providing some- “Survivors won’t be around forev- thing useful for someone in need is Fourteen-year-old Colleen er. I wanted to be the new voice and right up my alley. The whole com- brought the spirit of Anne Frank inspire people to share this so it will munity got to be a part of it.” back from the past to tell her story never happen again,” she said. The girls plan to start a school and to raise awareness about the club so other interested students Holocaust. and teachers can help in the future. Colleen, an eighth-grade student ORANGE COUNTY “The Beatitudes teach us to be meek at St. Brendan the Navigator Catho- and humble, not just look for worldly lic School, recently won first place Catholic students things,” explained Lincy. “It’s cool in the Volusia County Social Stud- how each person is unique, just as From left, Mia, Annabelle and Lincy show the mats for the homeless ies Fair and will be moving on to the create sleeping each one of these mats.” they created from recycled plastic bags. (COURTESY) statewide competition in Tallahas- see this month for her rendition of mats for homeless again before the end of the year.” said intuition is a powerful weapon Anne Frank while she was in hiding A trio of seventh-grade girls at OSCEOLA COUNTY Blanca Davila, coordinator for against crime because victims often and then at a concentration camp. Good Shepherd Catholic School St. Catherine’s food pantry, worked experience a bad gut feeling before “I took a girl around my age and in Orlando embarked on a project Food drop serves with Bonfiglio and several others something goes wrong. He said told her story how I felt she wanted that utilized recycling with a mer- for the past three months to bring mental conditioning and prepara- it to be told,” Colleen said. “I wanted ciful purpose. They are weaving more than 250 the event to fruition. “This is a grow- tion are keys in the face of danger, to be her new voice for the 6 million recycled plastic bags from local gro- ing area and with the mobile drive- along with having a plan of action. people who died.” cery stores into sleeping mats for the families through, we can serve more people,” “We are never going to stop Gloria Max, Jewish Federation’s homeless. More than 100 cars lined up by she said. “This helps us offer the crime, so let’s just stop it against us,” executive director of Volusia and The mats are waterproof, bug 9:30 a.m. May 1 before the Second community something extra.” Tolbert said. While confidence can Flagler counties, was present at the proof and can be used to keep out Harvest Food Bank truck arrived The parish pantry is open four deter crime, being too nice can be competition, but missed Colleen’s the cold. Measuring 3 feet by 6 feet, at St. Catherine of Siena Parish in days per week and feeds neighbors seen as weakness. “It’s important performance and asked her to do an it takes some 700 bags and at least Kissimmee. The truck was part of once a month. However, due to the not to have prejudices of what per- encore in the parking lot. Impressed 15 hours to make a mat. “When I Catholic Charities of Central Flori- recent influx of Puerto Rican and petrators look like. Pay attention to by her performance, Max asked her heard about this kind of project, I da’s first-ever mobile drive-through Venezuelan families, the pantry has behavior.” to present at the Chabad Lubavitch thought that it was something I re- food drop, and it was packed with limited resources. She indicated the Erica Adams attended the event of Greater Daytona’s Holocaust Ob- ally wanted to do,” Annabelle said. 20,000 pounds of food, including partnership with Catholic Charities with her five daughters for free bicy- servance Service. Philip Gorrasi, St. “I feel like I have a lot of free time, so fresh vegetables and meat. and Second Harvest enabled them cle helmets, but was pleased they all Brendan’s principal, who witnessed why not use it to do something for Cars pulled up 20 at a time while to offer a greater variety of nourish- learned other self-protection tech- Colleen’s performance along with other people.” 67 volunteers from the parish, ment to more people. niques. Seminole County deputies six Holocaust survivors, described Annabelle quickly enlisted the Catholic Charities and St. Catherine More than 250 families drove were also on hand to offer advice on the performance as “riveting.” help of two classmates, Mia and of Sienna’s Knights of Columbus away with their cars packed full of how to safeguard homes. “I think it “It almost makes you think she’s Lincy. “I feel so accomplished mak- Council 13116 loaded the cars. The food. Father José Bautista, pastor, was very helpful to me,” she said. “I channeling Anne Frank so much ing these mats,” Mia said. “It takes stations for loading moved smooth- was moved by the special moments. came for bike safety, but I gained so that you feel like you’re in the at- hundreds of years to break down a ly, according to John Bonfiglio, “I am in awe and very, very touched much more.” For more safety infor- tic with Anne Frank. The room just plastic bag in a landfill. This is such Catholic Charities’ food ministry that this is happening in our parish. mation, visit seminolesheriff.org. n stood up and gave a standing ova- a good use of bags.” manager. He said the operation was It is the love of Jesus in a tangible tion. They had tears in their eyes,” The girls spent much of their “flawless.” way. I had never seen anything like Jen Powers, Christine Commerce and he said, adding with survivors gone, spring break learning how to cro- “There were a lot of small details it. To experience this on your own Glenda Meekins contributed to this it’s up to the young people to take up chet the mats. Annabelle’s garage that made a difference. It’s the right premises is amazing.” report. the cause. “We need to do that for is currently filled with plastic bags, location to try this because of the the future of the world. We depend so they have a busy summer ahead. access road it has,” explained Bon- on them to make the world a better “I used to waste time,” Lincy said. figlio, noting the side street near the SEMINOLE COUNTY place for everyone.” “Now I use my extra time and feel parish allowed cars to exit without Along with reading the “Diary productive, knowing it will lead to blocking traffic. Plus, “This is where Safety Day brings of Anne Frank,” Colleen immersed something bigger.” the need is. We hope to get out here awareness to parish Cars line up to receive community For unique Christian gifts fresh St. Mary Magdalen Parish in Al- (Owned and operated by vegetables Saint Paul Catholic Community) and food at tamonte Springs put safety in the the mobile spotlight during its first Family 1321 Sunshine Ave. market Safety Day April 28. “It’s best to be Leesburg, FL 34748 drive- informed and aware of the dangers, 352-365-6804 through so we know what to look for and pre- at St. vent crime from happening to our- Catherine selves or someone in our family,” of Siena in said parishioner Christine Shields. Kissimmee, “The Council of Catholic Women May 1. (PAM wanted to provide a service project STIMPSON for the parish and community be- | FC) cause safety is so important in every aspect of our lives.” Every 27.1 seconds, a violent crime is committed in the United States, and a property crime, such as burglary or larceny, occurs every Mention you saw this Ad 3.7 seconds. 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GLENDA MEEKINS In her travels, a recurring theme of the Florida Catholic staff for adults with disabilities was the desire to be integrated into their Kathy ORLANDO l In an effort to en- faith communities, so Harding is Harding sure all individuals with special also raising awareness of the need helps a needs receive Sacramental prepa- to include these individuals in min- Morning ration, Henry Fortier, secretary of istries such as greeting and altar Star student education for the diocese, appoint- serving. This is an area in which with a ed Kathy Harding as Morning Star Harding has always strived. On a computer activity. outreach coordinator in 2016. Her recent retreat for adults with special (COURTESY) task was to tour all parishes and needs at San Pedro Spiritual Devel- schools to assess faith formation opment Center in Winter Park, two programs. Before her retirement at of her former Morning Star stu- the end of June, she will have vis- dents, siblings Chris and Adriana, ited all 91 parishes and 32 schools served as altar server and lector, re- in the diocese, ensuring they have spectively. In fact, Chris has served the necessary tools and instruction every bishop since Bishop Thomas to journey with every student. Grady. Harding worked with Adri- There are an estimated 200 in- ana since she was young, honing dividuals with special needs in the her love of reading. diocese and Harding hopes each Retreats like this are open to of them becomes closer to God parents as well. Many residents of coordinator. Her committed care but it took a lot of planning. I start- them. Now persons with special through the Sacraments. Her min- Bishop Grady Villas in St. Cloud, sets her apart in a world that claims ed looking to see who had any pro- needs are part of our world.” istry began in the parishes. While an assisted-living residence where personal success is only achieved grams at all for children with spe- Her time at Morning Star has left Harding discovered just two of adults with disabilities are able to through money and fame. cial needs, and Morning Star was an indelible mark on the school as them had religious education for thrive, participated in the day of Since childhood, God gave Hard- No. 1.” Harding pursued a master’s well as her own life. Ann Marie, the students with special needs, she faith to further their spiritual jour- ing a heart for those with special degree, then a doctoral degree. She mother of Chris and Adriana, has said, “It was a very enlightening neys. Several residents also serve needs. As a child, she watched her also laid the ground work to guide known Harding for 25 years when experience and great to hear how at St. Thomas Aquinas Parish in St. mother teach the blind and her transitional students, adults ages she first taught her children at the all churches were welcoming to all Cloud as ushers, as Knights of Co- father serve on a hospital board 18 to 28, toward independent liv- ages of 5 and 9. When Chris first ar- children.” lumbus or on the Council of Catho- for children with disabilities with ing. rived at school, he was nonverbal, Most individuals are able to be lic Women. Harding noted these whom she would play during his Harding compared Morning Star meaning that he could speak, but mainstreamed into standard class- opportunities are important to the meetings. As a teacher in South and the rest of the world to a record chose not to do so. Within the year, es, and Harding noted there are spiritual development of every per- Florida, she noticed a great need player. She explained, “The world Harding had him talking. tools available to help those who son. for more intense care of individuals spun at 78 rpms (rotations per min- “She has taught them not just ed- may be nonverbal or have other se- Harding began working in 1974 with special needs. ute), but when you stepped on the ucation, but life skills,” Ann Marie vere issues. Much of her work has for Morning Star Catholic School “The only special attention they grounds at Morning Star, it slowed said. “She has shown them a spiri- been guiding directors of religious in Orlando, a school whose mission received was to be taken from my down to 33 rpms. I loved sitting tual direction, how to pray, sew and education to meet specific needs is to help children with intellectual room for 30 minutes for recess,” on the swings in front of the class- do crafts. She knows which each and challenges of this vulnerable disabilities meet their God-given said Harding. “There really wasn’t rooms and just listening to the kids child likes and she incorporates it population through peer minister potential. Over the past 44 years, any ‘established’ curriculum for talk. The love they have for each into their life in some way. She is a support in the classroom, home she has served as teacher, princi- these kids in 1973. I knew they other, the acceptance they have for special soul. She has a special place programs, or specialized activities. pal, president and finally outreach were capable of doing quite a bit, everyone is truly something to see in their lives.” and shows Christ’s love through Harding acknowledges that she them.” will “hands down” miss the kids the Reflecting on the worldview most when she retires at the end of over the past 50 years, Harding ex- June. “They made me see Christ in plained, “In the ’70s, parents were them every day. They are the great- so grateful for a school that loved est gift God ever could have given their child and took great care of me.” n

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trip to Orlando’s sister Diocese DIOCESAN EVENTS of San Juan de la Maguana. EVENTS WITH BISHOP NOONAN FYI Caroline Genovesi, cgenovesi@ Small Christian Community Ordination to the priesthood: Ordination to the diaconate: To submit parish, school, diocesan or orlandodiocese.org, 407-246- Saturday, May 26, 10 a.m., St. James Saturday, June 9, 10 a.m., Basilica of the related event information to be consid- Summit: May 19, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., 4890. www.orlandodiocese.org/ St. James Cathedral, 215 N. Orange ministries-offices/mission-office- Cathedral, 215 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Uni- ered for publication in the Diocese of Ave., Orlando. Goal is to offer tools welcome/ Bishop John Noonan will ordain Deacons verse, 8300 Vineland Ave., Orlando. Dea- Orlando and Florida Catholic calendar and resources to those wanting to • Multi-parish youth group: Blake Britton and Matthew Hawkins. Park- con John Noonan will ordain Louis Bartos of events, please visit www.orlandodio- initiate this ministry in their parish. ing available on the corner of Robinson Jr., Sacred Heart Parish, New Smyrna; cese.org/our-diocese/events-calendar/ 407-246-4910, slfl@orlandodiocese. June 2-9. Street and Orange Avenue. Thomas Cuff, St. Margaret Mary Parish, and click “Suggest Event.” Submis- org. • Intensive English: June 16-30. Winter Park; Mark Fry, Sts. Peter and Paul sions should be received 4-6 weeks Host families needed: for • Campo de Fe (Vacation Bible Mass for an End to Storms: Friday, students from the Dominican School): June 30-July 7. June 1, 12:10 p.m., St. James Cathedral, Parish, Winter Park; Hector Isaza Zapata, prior to the date of the event. Not all Republic coming to the U.S. for • Surgery mission: Nov. 3-10, 215 N. Orange Ave., Orlando. As hurricane Our Lady of the Lakes Parish, Deltona; submissions will be printed due to space enrichment programs. Homes 10-17. season approaches, Bishop John Noonan Anthony Medina Cruz, St. Mary Magdalen limitations and other considerations. needed for: June 9-July 7, 50th founding celebration will pray for the protection of the people Parish, Altamonte Springs; Wilmar Rojas July 7-Aug. 4, July 28-Aug. 31, of Holy Spirit Parish: Fridays, Clavijo, St. Joseph/St. Maximilian Kolbe of the Diocese of Orlando. Limited parking Guide, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., July 21-31. Volunteers needed through Tuesday, July 31, 4 p.m., Parish, Orlando; Edward Struttmann, Holy available at northwest corner of Orange Cost: $30, scholarships available; for transportation July 16-20. 2309 Holder Road, Mims. Original Avenue and Robinson Street. Please arrive Name of Jesus Parish, Indialantic; Wilfrid first Fridays, Mass and dinner, Caroline Genovesi, 407-246-4890, founders and their children are early. Tilus, St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Kissim- social; St. Margaret Mary Parish, [email protected]. urged to contact the parish office, mee. Jennifer Kuhn, 407-246-4898. 526 Park Ave. N., Winter Park. Lori 321-269-2282, to be included in Reinneck, lori@stmargaretmary. events, even if they may have left serving one Saturday or Sunday [email protected], St. Luke’s org, 407-645-0284. MASSES/PRAYER the area. Mass per week, and a diocesan Free Medical and Dental Clinic in • Coffee and conversation, “Catholics Returning Home”: background screening. Must be Eustis; [email protected], St. second Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Our Lady SESSIONS St. Vincent de Paul Parish, 5323 18 and older. www.cflcc.org/ Thomas Free Medical Clinic in St. of Lourdes, 1014 N. Halifax Ave., E. County Road 462, Wildwood. Interpreted Mass for the volunteer. Cloud. Daytona Beach. Leslie Bonner, 386- Informal sessions offered deaf: Sundays, 11 a.m. Mass, Catholic Charities of Central Life Choices Women’s 265-1199. Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 1014 for non-practicing Catholics Florida seeks volunteers for the Center, a Catholic pro-life who are seeking answers to • “Divorce Care Ministry Adults N. Halifax Ave., Daytona Beach. following programs. Visit www. pregnancy resource center, 600 and Children,” Mondays, 6:30-8 An American Sign Language questions about returning to cflcc.org /volunteer or contact E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte the faith. Deacon Dan Pallo, p.m., Holy Name of Jesus, 3050 N. interpreter will be provided to [email protected] or 407- Springs, is in need of volunteer Highway A1A, Indialantic. Program sign. Meet in the café, 10:15 a.m., [email protected], 352- 658-1818, ext. 1026. lay counselors (training provided), 391-9338. teaches children how God’s love for a “deaf coffee chat” with • Refugee Youth Services nurses to perform ultrasounds can strengthen and help them find pastries. 386-255-0433. Program seeks adults to serve (training provided), administrative hope and joy; parents can attend as mentors. Mentors are caring assistance, handymen, help with the adult Divorce Care program ANNOUNCEMENTS friends and positive role models, light cleaning, and receptionists. the same evening. 321-773-2783. and help youths with learning Also accepting donations of baby RETREATS/DAYS Catholic Charities mission Families with incarcerated loved English, understanding homework items, especially diapers and wipes. market needs donations. ones: OF REFLECTION assignments, and making sense Drop off during office hours. 321- Please consider donating personal • Third Saturdays, 9 a.m., St. of a new culture. Must be at least 422-4168. care items such as: toothbrushes, Mary Magdalen Parish, Mother San Pedro Center retreats: 18, participate in training, have toothpaste, mouthwash, floss, Teresa Room, 861 Maitland Ave., Various dates, 2400 Dike background check and commit hand soap, body wash, shampoo/ Altamonte Springs. 407-463-5780 Road, Winter Park. For more to at least three hours per week. conditioner, deodorant, feminine SECULAR or email [email protected]. information or to register: www. Be a mentor and change a life. care products, toilet paper, diapers sanpedrocenter.org/retreats- [email protected]; 407-658-1818, COMMUNITIES Bereavement support groups: and baby wipes. Mission Market, programs, 407-671-6322. ext. 1004. • Holy Redeemer Parish office, 1771 N. Semoran Blvd., Orlando. Lay Carmelites, first Saturdays, • Mother’s Day brunch: Sunday, • Hospitality volunteers are 1603 N. Thacker Ave., Kissimmee, May 13, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Begins Donations accepted Monday- 9 a.m.-noon, Annunciation second and fourth Wednesdays, Friday, 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 407-658- needed to staff front desk of the Parish, 1020 Montgomery Road, with Mass at Mary, Mother of food pantry in Orlando. Volunteers 5-6:30 p.m. 407-847-2500; Sylvester God Chapel followed by lunch 1818, ext. 2335. Altamonte Springs. Lay Carmelite Edwards, 407-460-0707; http:// are needed three-four hours each order of the Blessed Virgin with friars at St. Francis Hall. $20; week to greet guests, gather food www.hredeemer.org/ministry-of- children 8/under, $12.50. Mary is an association of mainly consolation.html. bags, organize the reception area laypersons who commit themselves • Franciscan hermitage silent VOLUNTEERS • Blessed Trinity Parish, Building and restock the front counter. “to live in the following of Jesus retreat: June 7-10, guided by L, 5 S.E. 17th St., Ocala, multiple NEEDED • Pantry needs individuals Christ” according to the charism, Franciscan Father Vianney groups; and first Wednesdays, 7-9 or groups (maximum of five) to traditions and spirit of Carmelite Cunningham, and Jeanne and Tony p.m. Compassionate Friends, Ocala Catholic Volunteers in Florida sort and stock food donations. order. Terri West, terrilynnwest@ Walter, Secular Franciscans. Space chapter, for bereaved families who is accepting applications for a Volunteer shifts are Monday- gmail.com, 407-925-6274, http:// limited to eight retreatants. have experienced the death of a year of full-time service beginning Friday, 9 a.m.-noon, and 1-4:30 www.lcarmacc.com. • “Hearts and Homes Full of August. Applicants should have p.m. child. Peggy McClaskey, 352-694- 2978. Grace” mother-daughter retreat: college degree or equivalent life • Emergency Family Services Saturday, July 7, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., experience, and a heart for serving clerical/administrative volunteers in SUPPORT • St. Stephen Parish Enrichment St. Francis Hall. $40 per mother/ marginalized communities in Orlando to assist with data entry, Center 1, Room 103, 575 Tuskawilla daughter; $15 for additional Florida or the Dominican Republic. copying, filing and organization. MINISTRIES/ Road, Winter Springs, first daughters. Includes continental Volunteers serve in teaching, Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursdays, 6:30-8 p.m. For anyone breakfast. community development, special PEER GROUPS who has lost a loved one, spouse, • Receptionist with Family education, social work, youth parent, child or sibling. 407-699- Empowerment Program in programs, immigration and legal Sunshine Seniors, third 5683. Winter Haven: Volunteers answer services, and more. Benefits Thursdays, noon (except in the COMMUNITY phones, greet guests, schedule • St. Mary Magdalen Parish, 861 include housing, health insurance, summer), Blessed Trinity Parish, appointments, operate copy and Maitland Ave., Altamonte Springs, EVENTS monthly living stipend, quarterly 4545 Anderson Road, Orlando. fax machine. Monday-Friday, 9 has a well-trained and experienced retreats, leadership training, and Enjoy a potluck lunch, outings and a.m.-noon. Martha.Murphy@cflcc. group of grief support ministers to Basilica Choir concert: Sunday, AmeriCorps Education Award for faith. Turner Flynn, 407-277-1702. May 20, 3 p.m., Basilica of the org; 863-299-7983, ext. 103. help those who have lost a loved qualifying positions. Application Separated and divorced: one. Call 407-831-1212 to arrange National Shrine of Mary, Queen of • Refugee resettlement mentors deadline: May 31. cvif.org. • Mondays, 7:30 p.m., Holy for a time to meet. the Universe, 8300 Vineland Ave., in Orlando to “adopt-a-family” Transportation volunteers Redeemer Parish, 1603 N. Thacker, Orlando. Music of Pentecost and to help introduce newly arrived • Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, needed for Mission Office: Kissimmee. Sylvester, 407-406-0707. Easter featuring works of John refugees to American culture 201 University Blvd., Daytona to transport students from the • Catholic Divorce Survival Rutter, Mozart and more. Cost: and help them learn and practice Beach, Wednesdays, 7 p.m. Pat Dominican Republic who will $25. Free parking. 407-239-6600. English. Beeman, 386-788-7128. be in the diocese July 16-20. “Congreso Explosión de Caroline Genovesi, 407-246-4890, • Furniture pickups and Fe”: Friday, May 25, 6-10 p.m.; [email protected]. apartment setups in Orlando: Saturday, May 26, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. St. Volunteers help staff pick up St. Vincent de Paul Orlando Augustine Parish Family Center, furniture and set up apartments provides volunteer opportunities 375 N. Sunset Drive, Casselberry. for refugees before they arrive. through its stores and food Guests include: Father Enrique Must be 18 or older and able to lift pantries for students needing Cordero, Father J. Rivas, musician furniture. Javier Maldonado, Ministerio volunteer hours. Apply at svdporlando.org. • Volunteer medical Ezekiel 37, and more. In Spanish. professionals such as MDs, PAs, Sign language volunteers: Limited space. Must be older than RNs, OBGYNs, EKG technicians, Parishes throughout the diocese 10186-0511 10. Edna Miro, 407-695-3262; endocrinologists, orthopedic need volunteer American Sign congresoexplosiondefe2018@ surgeons, certified health Language interpreters to help deaf gmail.com. educators, general and nurse or hearing-impaired individuals Mission trips: Diocesan practitioners needed at each clinic. fully participate in the celebration Mission Office invites you to [email protected], Lazarus of Mass each week. Position consider joining any mission Free Medical Clinic in Wildwood; requires yearlong commitment to www.thefloridacatholic.org | May 11-24, 2018 FLORIDACatholic PALM BEACH DIOCESE Two ordained as priests for the diocese LINDA REEVES of the Florida Catholic staff

PALM BEACH GARDENS | The cathedral began filling up with excited people two hours before the celebration of the Eu- charist with ordination to the priesthood May 5. By late morning when the liturgy started, there was not a seat to be found, and people stood in areas around the mother church. “I am so excited,” said Frank D’Amato’s mother Marilyn Pellitteri, quietly sitting in a front row of the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola before the ordination began and moments before her son would become a priest. “No words can describe how I feel. I am so happy.” The parents of both men who were ordained sat in the pews Needless to say, it was a special day for to witness the ordination. At left, Norberto Daza-Jaller and the Diocese of Palm Beach and a big day for his wife, Ana, hold back tears as they watch their son. At Father D’Amato and Father Daniel Daza- right, Marilyn Pellitteri appears delighted as she watches Jaller, who was also ordained a priest by her son, Father Frank D’Amato, be ordained. Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito. A procession with scores of clergy from around the diocese began the morning when the diocesan choir began singing, “Praise My Soul the King of Heaven.” Priests Father Frank D’Amato ,left, and Father Daniel Daza-Jaller take a processed down the center aisle and cam- private moment together minutes after they are ordained to the eras flashed, and people in the pews waved to the priesthood May 5 at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola. when they spotted their pastor or favorite (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) priest among the participants. At one point, the ordinandi taking part in the procession walked side by side toward the altar, smiling when they spotted a familiar face. “I feel excited,” said Father D’Amato moments before the ordination began. “I am a little nervous, but peaceful. I am deeply at peace.” Once the clergy were seated, Bishop Bar- barito welcomed the crowd, acknowledged the families and thanked the parents “for giving their sons as great gifts,” he said. “This is a very, very happy day.” Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito lays hands on Father Frank The entire ordination liturgy was excit- D’Amato during the ordination ceremony. ing, joyous and Spirit-filled. The two candidates were both called and presented, and both men laced hands with Bishop Bar- barito making pledges to carry out priestly ministry. The men promised respect and obedience to him and his successors. At one point, Bishop Barbarito laid hands on each man to be ordained and bestowed the gift of the Holy Spirit, and then the dozens of clergy in cathedral pews stood and approached the altar to also lay hands on the men. The clergy returned to their seats, and the ordination continued. Father D’Amato and Father Daza-Jaller stood and then lay prostrate on the floor before the altar in humble submission. The choir began singing the Litany of Saints and everyone joined in asking the angels and saints to watch over the men. Bishop Barbarito then prayed the ordination prayer to God the Father, and the faith- Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito is main celebrant for the celebration of ful prayed along in silence for the men. the Eucharist with ordination to the priesthood. Joining him at the Priests clap as two men become priests of the Diocese of altar are concelebrants. Kneeling are the two men he ordained: Please see ORDination, A2 Palm Beach May 5 at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola. Father Frank D’Amato, left, and Father Daniel Daza-Jaller. May 11-24, 2018 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A2

Father Frank D’Amato and Father Daniel Daza-Jaller Father Daniel Daza-Jaller blesses his family shortly Father Frank D'Amato, right, and Father Daniel Daza-Jaller, prostrate themselves on the floor before the altar during after he is ordained a new priest of the Diocese of center, join in the celebration of the Eucharist shortly after their ordination to the priesthood. Palm Beach. they are ordained. (PHoToS BY LINDA rEEVES | FC)

Jude Parish in Tequesta,” said am inspired. I believe I am called ordination Bishop Barbarito. to be a religious sister. I will re- A loud applause went up by member Father Daniel and his From A1 people excited to get the newly testimony forever.” ordained priest at their parish. Seminarians from St. Vincent “Father Daniel will serve St. An- de Paul Regional Seminary and “Father Frank D’Amato and Fa- astasia Parish in Fort Pierce,” faculty came to the ordination ther Daniel Daza-Jaller. Doesn’t it Bishop Barbarito announced. in support of their seminarian sound pretty good?” said Bishop Another loud applause went up brothers. “All of the seminarians Barbarito. Everyone stood ap- and there were roars of approval are here today,” said Peter Lan- plauding and cheering. The coming from the young Hispanic shima of the Diocese of Savan- men’s families were hugging and people from St. Anastasia and nah, Georgia, in his third year of crying, overwhelmed by all the San Juan Diego Hispanic Center, theology studies and hoping to be excitement. an apostolate of the parish. ordained in 2019. “We can’t be left Then came silence as Bishop “I heard Father Daza-Jaller’s out of this exciting day. It is a joy- Barbarito began to speak again, testimony about his journey to ful day for all of us.” n issuing each man’s first priestly the priesthood,” said Gabriela assignment, showing his con- Rangel, 18, who was among the Bishop Barbarito’s homily can fidence in the new priests and people from San Juan Diego. “It is be found on Page A3. Continue sending them off on new roads to beautiful. He followed his calling to pray for Father D’Amato and Deacon Frank D'Amato, kneeling left, and Deacon Daniel Daza-Jaller continued discipleship. so bravely. It was so heartwarm- Father Daza-Jaller as they begin kneel before the altar during Laying on Hands ceremonies with “Father Frank will serve St. ing. As a Hispanic young girl, I their priestly ministry. concelebrants.

Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery Annual Memorial Day Mass May 28th at 10 a.m.

The diocesan cemetery, Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery, will be celebrating its annual Memorial Day Mass. His Excellency, the Most Reverend Gerald M. Barbarito, will be the main celebrant. All clergy, parishioners, and families of the Diocese of Palm Beach are invited to attend this Mass.

This Mass is offered for all of those who have died in service to our country and for all of those who have served in the military. A light reception will follow.

The cemetery is located exactly one mile west of State Road 7 (US-441) and is three miles west of the Florida Turnpike at 10941 Southern Boulevard, in Royal Palm Beach.

For more information, contact us at 561-793-0711 or visit us on the Web: www.ourqueen.org

10941 Southern Blvd. • Royal Palm Beach 11212-0511 A3 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018 Prayer — the first task of a priest Editor’s note: The following is the homily Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito BISHOP’S offered May 5 on the occasion of SCHEDULE the ordination to the priesthood of Fathers Frank D’Amato May 11 — 6 p.m., Confirmation, St. Florida and Daniel Daza-Jaller at the Clare Parish, North Palm Beach. Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola. May 12 — 10 a.m., Confirmation, St. Catholic Patrick Parish, Palm Beach Gardens; 4:30 p.m., Mass for religious jubilarians, DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH Recently, on March 19, the so- lemnity of St. Joseph, Pope Francis Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, Palm Beach Gardens. Vol. 79, No. 13 ordained three bishops at St. Pe- ter’s Basilica in Rome. In his homily May 13 — 11:30 a.m., Confirmation, St. Ann Parish, West Palm Beach. 9995 North Military Trail at the ordination, the pope spoke Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 clearly and directly on what he con- May 14 — 11 a.m., Mass/lunch, Di- 561-775-9500 • Fax 561-630-2698 sidered to be the primary respon- ocesan Council of Catholic Women and sibility of a bishop. While he was seminarians, St. Matthew Parish, Lake PUBLISHER Worth; 7 p.m., Graduation, Cardinal Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito speaking about a bishop, there is no question that his words equally Newman High School, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach. DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS apply to a priest. He said emphati- Dianne Laubert cally, “The first task of a bishop is May 15 — 10:30 a.m., Meeting, pres- [email protected] prayer. A bishop who does not pray byteral council, Pastoral Center, Palm does not fulfill Beach Gardens; 12:30 p.m., Meeting, DIOCESAN EDITOR College of Consultors, Pastoral Center; Linda Reeves his duty, does 6:30 p.m., Confirmation, St. John the [email protected] not carry out his Evangelist Parish, Boca Raton. 561-775-9528 vocation.” Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito, center, stands with Father Daniel Daza- My brothers, May 16 — 11 a.m., Meeting, Jaller, left, and Father Frank D’Amato following their ordination Diocesan Services Appeal leadership • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: Frank and Dan- May 5 at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola. (LINDA REEVES | FC) advisory board, Pastoral Center. Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, iel, as you are or customerservice@theflorida ordained priests call of every person and is lived in celebration of the Eucharist. 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Not only will you ticular path to sanctity does take able to act in his very person, most be unable to live your vocation, up a life of prayer, which is differ- especially in the Eucharist. The May 22 — 2 p.m., Meeting, finance council, Pastoral Center. State Offices: 50 E. Robinson St., Suite but the essential joy of priesthood ent from those you may serve and more the priest identifies himself G, Orlando, FL 32801-1619; P.O. Box 4993; will become lacking to you and, as is unique to your service as a priest. with the words of Christ at the Last May 26 — 10:30 a.m., Confirmation, Orlando, FL 32802-4993; 407-373-0075; Toll- San Juan Diego Pastoral Center, Fort free 1-888-275-9953; Fax 407-373-0087 the pope told the bishops to be or- In the Gospel proclaimed this Supper, the more his heart is united dained, you will begin to become morning, Jesus announces to us, “I to the heart of Christ. The presence Pierce; 4 p.m., Confirmation, Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish, Delray Beach. 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In primacy of prayer in the life of an prayer, the more you will come to blood of the Lord in the Eucharist, his encyclical on St. John Vianney, Our staff meets for prayer each work day at ordained minister on the same day know the people you serve and be and leading them more and more the Curé of Ars and the patron saint 9 a.m. Send prayer intentions to prayers@ that he promulgated his apostolic willing to give yourselves to them. into his life and presence. of the parish priest, he expressed so thefloridacatholic.org exhortation on the call to holiness, Your prayer is different than that of On the occasion of his 50th anni- poignantly, “If it is obviously true “Gaudete et Exsultate, Rejoice and a contemplative in a monastery in- versary of ordination to the priest- that a priest receives his priesthood All contents copyright © 2018, The Florida Catholic Inc., except stories and photos from be Glad,” even though it was not sofar as it is intimately united with hood, St. John Paul II stated how the so as to serve at the altar and that Catholic News Service. made public until the completion your people. 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FYI Achieve, Inspire, Motivate Ministry volunteers recognized (AIM) spiritual retreat: June 29-July 1, Duncan Retreat Center, 15820 S. Military Trail, Delray Beach. Theme: “We Are Called.” For individuals 18 and older who require various types of and thanked for loving service physical assistance in order to make a weekend-long spiritual retreat. Msgr. LINDA REEVES John Cippel of St. Vincent de Paul of the Florida Catholic staff Regional Seminary in Boynton Beach is spiritual director and retreat speaker. BOCA RATON | Laity, religious Volunteers and professional nurse, and clergy who have been part of assistants and two nurse’s aides are a special ministry here centered in on hand. AIM is an outreach ministry love gathered in faith during a spe- of St. Joan of Arc Parish, Boca Raton, cial Mass at St. Joan of Arc Church. and programs are open to all no matter And much to everyone’s surprise, what parish or faith. Volunteers are the ministry founders came and needed. No experience is necessary took part in the celebration fol- and training is provided. Accommoda- tions: $270 per individual. Financial lowed by a spiritual program. assistance is available. 954-821-6077, “All in all it was a lovely, lovely [email protected], 561-392- day,” said Margarita Castellon, 2476, [email protected]. a longtime member of the AIM (Achieve, Inspire, Motivate) Min- Bernie and Harriet Molinski, istry that began at St. Joan of Arc two of the founders of the AIM Sister of Mercy Josephine Sullivan. Parish nearly 40 years ago. Castel- Ministry, attend the special Mass Kevin Donnelly gave a moving talk April 15. lon said the highlight of the April 15 Msgr. Stephen Bosso thanks and blesses AIM (Achieve, Inspire and about his experiences over the years Mass was paying honor and tribute Motivate) Ministry volunteers during a special Mass April 15 at St. as part of the AIM family, and then, to “those who created the ministry Joan of Arc Church. (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) At one point, Msgr. Bosso called he shared that he has been greatly and who have sustained it through out to the congregation to ask any- touched and transformed through the years. Our celebration was retreat participants to assist them and the handful of St. Joan of Arc one who had ever helped AIM in the ministry as he served others (both) a prayerful and a joyous oc- with any needs and help them have parishioners who began it. any way to stand up and be recog- in the love of Christ. He inspired casion.” a great, loving, spiritual experience “In this parish, years back, three nized. He asked all the volunteers others with his talk, and men and AIM is a ministry that organizes not soon forgotten. or four people decided to take on a to come to the altar, and then gave women stepped up and began giv- spiritual retreats and programs for Msgr. Steven Bosso, who is part mission,” he said about ministry them a special blessing. During his ing their own personal testimonies people who are physically chal- of the faculty at St. Vincent de Paul founders Harriet and Bernie Mo- talk, he challenged members of the of experiences and life-changing lenged and might otherwise not Regional Seminary in Boynton linski, and Eileen Kenney. “These congregation to step up and volun- moments. be able to participate in a weekend Beach, was main celebrant for the people realized that there was a teer. He explained how meaningful The talks were followed by a retreat experience or spiritual day special Mass for the volunteers. need. There was no retreat for the their service would be. brunch, giving everyone the op- because of their special needs. AIM Msgr. Bosso is not new to AIM: He handicapped. They decided to do The Molinskis, residents of Boca portunity to talk one-on-one and to programs are specially designed was an AIM spiritual director for something here. Raton, were at the Mass and in a come together in the spirit of com- with a theme and speakers, and more than 15 years and took part in “They have organized 65 retreats show of thanks they were presented munity and as a family. include prayer, evangelization and many AIM retreats. for the physically handicapped,” he orchids. “We can’t believe the min- “It was a lovely day,” Castellon fellowship. The events are made He fondly reflected on his per- continued. “They made it possible istry is still active,” Harriet Molinski said. “AIM has been in continuous possible with the generous help of sonal experiences with AIM, and for those to experience Christ. To- said. “The people are wonderful. It service through the years and has volunteers, who plan, organize and spoke about involving the seminar- day, we are going to recognize and is a blessing to us.” transformed and blessed many schedule every detail of the pro- ians in the retreats. He reminisced thank all these volunteers. So many The AIM Mass was followed by a people —candidates and buddies gram, and then “buddy up” with about how the ministry was started people have been involved.” thanksgiving service conducted by alike.” n

PRAYER when circumstances require it. It is within that diocese. The pope to the fraternal support and care as prayer, especially in the Eucha- for this that you are ordained and it joked that this was the case even if of your brother priests even when rist, is the center of your life as a From a3 is this which the people most right- the bishop were a difficult person they may be difficult persons, as the diocesan priest. In his apostolic ly expect from you. You will find a — how could he ever think such a pope expressed the bishop might exhortation, as I stated before, the lives as God’s minister, the eucha- great joy in this. thing? My brothers, you are com- be. Their well-being is a primary pope referred to the French author ristic sacrifice will be the source Immediately before the ordina- mitting yourself today to a particu- responsibility for all of us as we take Léon Bloy, who expressed that, and origin of the holiness that he at- tion of the three bishops in Rome lar diocese with various needs. You care of each other in service to our “The only great tragedy in life, is tains and of the apostolic activity to and the promulgation of his exhor- have shown yourselves willing to diocese. This is not always an easy not to become a saint.” Francis also which he devotes himself. All these tation, “Rejoice and be Glad,” Pope address those needs. However, you thing to do. We are ordained as part referred to another striking quote things came to pass in the fullest Francis met with the seminarians are also making a commitment to of a presbyterate and not as individ- from this author in the very first possible way in the case of St. John from various countries studying adapt yourself in the future for the ual priests. You are to be good shep- homily he gave as pope to the car- Vianney.” in Rome. It is obvious from all of needs of the diocese even if that re- herds and servants of your brother dinals the day after his election, “He My brothers, after your ordina- these occasions that prayer was of quires more flexibility and sacrifice priests. who does not pray to God, prays to tion today, when I hand you the primary importance in the mind of on your part. The pope also expressed how the devil.” These are very powerful paten and chalice, I will do so with the pope during this period. In one Likewise, the pope expressed this particular form of service as a words and especially significant the words, “Receive the oblation of of the questions raised by the semi- that a diocesan priests also has to diocesan priest is in keeping with for us as priests. There is no ques- the holy people to be offered to God. narians at that meeting, a deacon maintain a particular relationship his prayer life and call to holiness tion that the devil tries to rob us of Understand what you do, imitate from the United States asked the with parishioners as well as brother on the road to sanctity. The pope the joy that is ours as priests and he what you celebrate and conform pope about the spiritual traits of a priests. Your understanding of your said that maintaining these three starts right away. The quickest way your life to the mystery of the Lord’s diocesan priest and how they are relationship with parishioners, the fronts — relationship with the bish- to give him success in this regard is cross.” Grow each day in prayer as practiced in daily pastoral work. men and women whom you will op, relationship with the presbyter- to slacken off in prayer. In the words you prepare to celebrate the Eucha- The question was a very good one serve, is quite obvious and laudato- ate and relationship with parish- of our Holy Father, a priest who does rist, as you celebrate it and after its as it raises the issue as to what the ry. However, you are also making a ioners — is what will make priests not pray does not accomplish his completion. The more you do so, particular spirituality of a diocesan commitment to your brother priests saints. These fronts are unique to duty, does not fulfill his vocation the more you will grow in the holi- priest is all about. It is a significant within the Diocese of Palm Beach. the identity of a diocesan priest. and ultimately prays to the devil. ness proper to you and the more one for you, Frank and Daniel, You are being ordained into a pres- My brothers, Frank and Daniel, My brothers to be ordained, may you will serve the people entrusted as well as it is for all us diocesan byterate today and one that is a very Pope Francis has given us much God fill you with great joy as you are to your care. Never become too pre- priests. The pope responded by good one. Your own needs become to reflect upon in his recent reflec- ordained priests today and begin occupied or distracted to celebrate maintaining that a priest ordained secondary to the needs of the pres- tions upon priesthood and sanctity. to carry out your ministry always the Eucharist without full attention to serve a diocese is committing byterate as well as the people whom You are called to a life of tremen- in prayer. May he who begins this and never hesitate to celebrate it on himself to a particular relationship you will serve. That means in a very dous joy and great expectation. good work in you today continue to more than one occasion on a day with the diocese and the bishop special way you commit yourself That joy will keep growing as long bring it to fulfillment. n A5 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018 Prayer is crucial for those discerning vocations and for an increase in vocations LINDA REEVES tion from God to holy orders,” he explained about calls to the and for the 10 seminarians in the diocese’s formation program of the Florida Catholic staff priesthood or the diaconate. “I hope that those who do hear who had the courage to follow the call and continue to discern this particular call will also pray to Our Lord for his grace that and study as part of their journey to the priesthood. PALM BEACH GARDENS | The World Day of Prayer for Vo- they might have the courage to answer.” Those interested in financially supporting the Diocese of cations in April is a time when the Church encourages prayer The diocesan Office of Vocations/Seminarians can help in- Palm Beach seminarians can donate to the Diocesan Service for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and consecrated dividuals detect their true vocation. The office’s web pages are Appeal. The contributions assist in the funding of seminar- life, and also prayer for those who feel called. But here in the full of information and links on the different types of vocations, ian education and formation. Financial support also helps Diocese of Palm Beach, leaders continue to promote prayer all guides to help in the discernment process, and prayers to help the ministry of the Office of the Permanent Diaconate that year-round for vocations, seminarians and everyone discern- in unfolding and discovering God’s plan. forms men discerning to be deacons to serve the local Church, ing their true vocation in life, which the Creator designed for Pope Francis delivered a powerful message for the 2018 bishop and priests of parishes. For more information, call the them. Father Brian Lehnert, director of the diocesan Office of World Day of Vocations, pointing to the important matter of Office of Vocations/Seminarians at 561-775-9552 or visit www. Vocations/Seminarians, explains that prayer is key to knowing vocations and living happy fulfilled lives. “We are not victims diocesepb.org/vocations; or visit dsa.diocesepb.org or call the for what role one is suited. Most are called to be in the married of chance or swept up in a series of unconnected events. On the Development Office at 561-775-9590. state, others remain in the single life, and yet others are called contrary, our life and our presence in this world are the fruit of The following story is about one man who continues to feel to be priests or religious. a divine vocation,” he proclaimed. God’s call to ordained ministry. He moves forward on the for- “Some might find that they have a particular call or voca- All are asked to continue to pray for new priestly vocations mation process as a seminarian of the Diocese of Palm Beach. Seminarian said yes to God the second time JIM DAVIS Florida Catholic correspondent

NORTH PALM BEACH | As a boy, Robin- son Aza was asked to become a priest. He said no. As a young adult, he was asked to go through a discernment period about the priesthood. He said, “Sure, why not?” And he’s now a seminarian. The difference is more than wording, he said during an interview. It was also about giving him space to pray and consider whether he was meant to be a priest. “A vocation isn’t black or white, right or left,” Aza, 46, said at St. Paul of the Cross Parish in North Palm Beach, where he was serving for several months during his studies at St. Vin- cent de Paul Regional Seminary in Boynton Beach. “It’s something you have to discover. It’s only by prayer and discernment. The end point is to allow God to speak to us.” Serving God and Church was never the issue for Aza as a boy in his hometown of Cali, Colombia. His parents brought him, his three sisters and two brothers to Mass at their local church, just a short walk from their house. His father always pitched in whenever the church held a festival or procession, and led the fam- Robinson Aza shows a display of saintly statuettes in the narthex at St. Paul of the Cross, North Palm Beach. He says he joined ily in prayer. several groups devoted to saints during his boyhood in Cali, Colombia.(JIM DAVIS | FC) “Prayer was the best thing he left me with,” Aza said. He would later use it extensively in church,” that priest said. “Would you like to go your brothers and sisters and for our God. Ev- “When I approach people and talk with parish life. through a discernment period about becom- erything comes from God and goes to God. In them, something happens — I feel the pres- The preteen found himself drawn to parish ing a priest?” the process of life, it includes family, friends ence of God,” Aza said. “I truly believe God has life. He served at the altar, in the sacristy and That time Aza agreed, an assent that and neighbors.” a plan. He shows his presence in many ways. with the office staff. He attended youth rallies launched him on several years of soul search- In his leisure time, he enjoys music of his And you can feel it in many places.” and praise and worship services. He joined ing, then culminated with him entering St. youth, during the 1960s, ’70s and ’80s. In mov- For that reason and others, Aza brushes off various dedications to various saints, includ- John Vianney College Seminary in Miami, ies, he likes comedies as well as classical dra- talk of sacrificing for the priesthood. He ac- ing Mary and Cecilia. followed by St. Vincent de Paul. mas like “The Passion of the Christ.” And he knowledged that a priest must leave his family He also admired priests from Boise, Idaho, At St. Paul of the Cross, Aza assists Father reads books that “help people find themselves and give all of his time to the Church. But he who were serving in Cali on a mission tour. Thomas Lafreniere in a variety of duties: lec- and grow.” sees that not as a burden but an opportunity. “Why would they leave comfortable lives to tor, extraordinary minister of holy Commu- Beyond his immediate ministry, he voices “It doesn’t make me sad. It gives me joy come here?” he remembered thinking. “It was nion, religious education, hospital visits and concern for people who claim to be Catholic, to respond to the call of God,” he said. “It’s a beautiful to give themselves to serve.” office calls by parishioners. The latter is one of yet do little to show it. “They say ‘I love God,’ beautiful sacrifice.” Yet when one of them asked him to consider his favorite parts, he said. but they’re living another way. How do they What of other young men who may wonder the priesthood, Aza declined. “I was a teen- “I love to talk with people, and listen and identify with the Church?” if they should take the path to the priesthood? ager. I wanted a job,” he explained. “I wasn’t pray with them,” he said. “I find that prayer is Fortunately, he sees good signs as well. Aza offered two bits of advice: Be yourself, and ready. I wanted to serve at the parish and to the foundation of our spiritual life.” Experiences as simple as walking the oak- serve where you are. grow.” Aza has even built up a concept of prayer shaded campus between the church and the “Don’t start by filling out forms and going to He became a social worker, lining up hous- into his philosophy of ministry, complete with parish office. Sights as basic as smiling faces seminary,” he said. “Find yourself, the values ing and recreational opportunities for people. a Bible verse: 1 Thessalonians 5:17, in which St. in the congregation during Mass. Or when pa- you have, what you’re going to build. Start to But he continued to take part in parish min- Paul urges believers to “pray without ceasing.” rishioners go out of their way to welcome visi- be good to your family and those who are close istries, drawing the attention of his spiritual “It doesn’t mean literal prayer,” he ex- tors. And, of course, his meetings with people to you. And be close to God.” director. “I see that you’re always serving in plained. “It means prayer in your actions for who drop in at the office. That’s how it worked for him. n May 11-24, 2018 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A6 Evangelists ‘pray it forward’ LINDA REEVES of the Florida Catholic staff

NORTH PALM BEACH | Those attending the all-day retreat April 28 at Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center in North Palm Beach were from different parishes, and one man even drove 12 hours from Georgia to participate after hearing about the program on Catholic television. But participants didn’t exactly know what the day would hold because there were no printed fliers with details, and the present- ers from out of town didn’t charge a fee, even for the numerous materials handed out. “Every time I hear of a way to get Carol Weiler, director and founder of Lord, Teach Me to Pary Ignatian An image and relic of St. Ignatius of Loyola is part of a prayer retreat to know God more deeply, I go,” said prayer series, explains how Ignatian prayer has changed her life. Seen April 28 at Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Center. (PHOTOS BY LINDA Lorie Shekailo, director of finance with her is Dominican Father Marty Gleeson. REEVES | FC) and operation at St. Martin de Por- res Parish in Jensen Beach, who to Pray, also offered presentations lion presented by the Archdiocese ductions to Ignatian prayer and St. Church clearly defines prayer as read about the “Lord, Teach Me To during the day and said she gives of New Orleans to Catholics work- Ignatius spirituality. There is no a “vital and personal relationship Pray” training retreat in the Florida people “a 100 percent guarantee ing to build up the city of God in the charge for sessions or materials, but with the living and true God.” There Catholic and decided to go. “I am that they will come to know God.” New Orleans area. participants are given Scriptures are many saints who have taught hoping to deepen my relationship Lord, Teach Me to Pray begins Weiler had the inspiration to be- based on the virtues and asked methods of prayer, and there are with the Lord.” with 12 weekly meetings with two gin Lord, Teach Me to Pray in New to read and spend time reflecting many forms of prayer including vo- Lord, Teach Me to Pray, approved trained facilitators. The group fol- Orleans. The nonprofit outreach is on them during quiet moments of cal, meditation and contemplative. by the U.S. Conference of Catho- lows a structured format and facili- actually a three-part series devel- prayer during the week. Journaling Today, more than 3,000 men and lic Bishops, is a series designed for tators are asked to keep everything oped to help people learn to pray is also key because during weekly women across the country have ex- those wanting to take their spiritual strictly by the book. and get closer to God in a special di- meetings, everyone is encouraged perienced Lord, Teach Me to Pray journey further, said presenter Do- “This is a 500-year-old method vine way. “Prayer changed me,” she to share what God places on their and are now familiar with Ignatian minican Father Marty Gleeson. He of prayer,” Weiler explained about said. “I told John about the prayer heart during daily reflection and prayer. serves as the initiative’s spiritual the Ignatius prayer at the heart and what it was doing for me. I knew time spent silently engaged with the Anyone interested in learning adviser and lives at St. Dominic Fri- of the Lord, Teach Me to Pray se- I had to share it, and he supported Lord. There are no meeting discus- more can call Carol Weiler or Fa- ary in New Orleans. ries she came to encourage. “This me.” sions about experiences, but rather ther Gleeson. They continue to hold “It is a Jesuit prayer (method). I prayer has deepened my relation- Seventeen years later, Weiler has everyone is asked to remain silent retreats and training, and provide am a Dominican. … I got into it,” he ship with the Lord. This prayer has expanded Lord, Teach Me to Pray and filled with the experience of free materials and assistance to fa- said. “It has had an impact on my changed my life. It has changed my outreach that began for women others. cilitators. Father Gleeson empha- ministry and my priesthood. It has family. You are here to learn about in a small-group setting in New Once the 12-week session is sized that it is important and nec- been so significant in my life.” it today.” Orleans. The outreach is now for completed, a second 30-week series essary to talk it over with a pastor Who is St. Ignatius of Loyola, the Weiler lives in the Archdiocese women and men, and Weiler, her is available for those who want to and get his blessings and approval man who inspired Ignatian prayer of New Orleans with her husband, husband, and Father Gleeson have learn more. That series is followed before starting up a series with a and the patron of the cathedral John. They have five grown chil- gone on the road taking it to cit- by a 14-week series that is available. small group. of the Diocese of Palm Beach? He dren and 11 grandchildren, and ies across the United States where “It is about a one-on-one rela- “It’s not really a study; it’s prayer,” founded the Jesuits in 1540. The are known for their dedication to they hold training retreats, passing tionship with God,” Father Gleeson Father Gleeson said. “Facilitators prayer model of St. Ignatius has the Catholic Church and their work prayer forward wherever they go. said. “It is not about learning. It is pray with participants. It is power- been safeguarded, practiced by initiatives focused on the new evan- They have also made an appear- about reflecting on Scripture and ful.” n saints and passed down through gelization discussed in writings of ance on the Eternal Word Television journaling. There is no coffee. No the centuries. Some say that it has St. John Paul II, Pope Benedict XVI Network, and are on Facebook and talking. People come into a quiet For information, contact Carol immensely deepened their rela- and Pope Francis, calling Catholics YouTube. prayerful setting. It is not a Bible Weiler at 504-439-5933 or carol tionship with the Lord. to deepen their faith and reach out The first series of meetings is study. The Holy Spirit is the direc- [email protected], or Father Gleeson Carol Weiler, a spiritual direc- to others. The Weilers are recipients called “Praying Christian Virtues” tor. His job is to stay out of the way.” at 504-717-8770 or mgleesonop@ tor and director of Lord, Teach Me of the Order of St. Louis IX Medal- and sessions are focused on intro- The Catechism of the Catholic gmail.com. School is first Pathway Partner in Florida Rosarian Academy in West Palm technology, engineering, math) plan, Rosarian educators will re- From left, Niki Beach is the first school in Florida program out of its infancy.” Carn- ceive intensive professional devel- Atteridge, Oliver to partner with Carnegie Science egie STEM Excellence Pathway is opment in June and August. The Kerkoiran, Beau Kimler and Center as a “STEM Excellence designed to help schools adopt best entire STEM professional develop- Sterling Nolff Pathway Partner.” The partner- practices in STEM education. ment program has been funded by test the “Rube ship comes as the school commu- “Our goal is to infuse STEM into a generous gift of a donor, who has Goldberg” nity welcomes Linda Trethewey, all areas of the curriculum at all grandchildren at Rosarian. “We machine they new head of school, who is excited grade levels. To achieve this goal, continue to fulfill our mission of built as part about the association. “As we look to we will meet with Science Center educating the whole person for life of lessons the future of Rosarian and set cur- STEM experts to help us develop and providing a foundation for life,” at Rosarian ricular objectives, I am thrilled that a tailored plan to strengthen our said Trethewey. Rosarian Academy Academy’s we are moving into a partnership STEM curriculum,” explained is a non-diocesan Catholic School STEM lab with Carnegie Science Center,” said Trethewey. More than 4,500 schools that educates students from early class. (PHOTO Trethewey, who officially begins in 22 states and the District of Co- childhood through eighth grade. COURTESY July 1. “We are ready to take a big lumbia are participating in the The private school is sponsored by OF ROSARIAN step and move our STEM (science, Pathway program. As part of the the Adrian Dominican Sisters. ACADEMY) A7 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018

passionate about saving unborn reconciliation available. Evening of DIOCESAN EVENTS TV MASS FYI babies and other pro-life work and simple praise and worship of Jesus Televised Mass: Sundays, 10:30- Follow what is going on around are interested in filling this role present in the Eucharist. Social Jubilee Mass and celebration within your parish, contact Don follows. 561-622-2565. for religious men and women: 11 a.m. CW34 WTVX. Produced by the Diocese of Palm Beach on social the diocesan Office of Communica- media. Facebook is a simple way to be Kazimir weekday mornings, 561- Achieve, Inspire, Motivate May 12, 4:30 p.m., Cathedral 360-3330. of St. Ignatius Loyola, 9999 N. tions. Questions: www.diocesepb. informed with the latest news in the (AIM) spiritual retreat: June • Project Rachel support: 29-July 1, Duncan Retreat Center, Military Trail, Palm Beach Gardens. org/tv-Mass or 561-775-9529. To diocese and spot familiar faces of the Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito, main Tuesdays, 3 p.m., Catholic Charities 15820 S Military Trail, Delray support the televised Mass or to Catholic community. Feel free to tag, St. Francis Center, 100 W. 20th Beach. Theme: “We Are Called.” celebrant. Private dinner follows request a free Mass missal: 561- share and comment on the postings Mass. 561-997-5486. St., Riviera Beach. Gather with For individuals 18 and older who 775-9529 or Office of Communica- on our Facebook pages: Diocese of others who are struggling in the require various types of physical Monthly Mind Mass to tions, 9995 N. Military Trail, P.O. Box Palm Beach; Diocese of Palm Beach, aftermath of abortion. Meetings assistance in order to make a remember departed souls: May 109650, Palm Beach Gardens, FL designed to give hope and provide weekend-long spiritual retreat. 12 and June 9, 10 a.m., Our Lady Office of Catholic Schools; Palm Beach 33410. Vocation; Diocese of Palm Beach Youth healing. 561-360-3325 Professional nurse, assistants Queen of Peace Cemetery, 10941 and two nurse’s aides on hand. Southern Blvd., Royal Palm Beach. To find more information on Ministry; Diocese of Palm Beach Family • Respite services to St. Lucie Life; Catholic Charities Palm-Beach; and County caregivers: Short-term or Outreach ministry of St. Joan of 561-793-0711, Mlexima@ourqueen. events, please visit www.diocesepb. Arc Parish, Boca Raton. Volunteers org. Florida Catholic. temporary care of a few hours a org/events or www.catholicchari- week. 561-360-3321. needed. Accommodations: $270 High school graduations: tiesdpb.org/events. • Rosary gathering: First per individual. Financial assistance • Cardinal Newman High School, available. 954-821-6077, margcast@ resources, guidance and education Saturdays, 9 a.m., near Presidential May 14, 7 p.m., Raymond F. Kravis Women’s Center in West Palm bellsouth.net, 561-392-2476, Liturgy Office. Sessions in English and training to employees, all Center for the Performing Arts, Beach, 100 Northpoint Parkway, [email protected]. 701 Okeechobee Blvd., West Palm and Spanish. Church personnel and volunteers. Parents and other caregivers are West Palm Beach. Led by Respect Widow, widowers support Beach. 561-683-6266. Workshop for Mass lectors: encouraged to attend training Life Office. 561-360-3330. program: Second and fourth • St. John Paul II Academy, Please contact a parish pastor or designed to emphasize prevention. Wednesdays, 11 a.m.-noon, May 19, noon, Florida Atlantic parish ministry coordinator for For information on reporting Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, University, 777 Glades Road, Boca reservations. Names of parish abuse, safety education programs 9999 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach Raton. 561-561-314-2100. participants are required two days COMMUNITY and resources, and to view the Gardens. Led by Gloria Stevenson, before workshop date. • John Carroll High School, May USCCB Charter for the Protection EVENTS former Catholic Charities counselor 19, 7 p.m., Sunrise Theatre, 117 S. Divorce survival ministry of Children and Young People: and social worker. Designed for Concert: May 12, 6 p.m., St. Second St., Fort Pierce. 772-464- program: Presented at parishes www.diocesepb.org and click on those coping with life without Ann Parish, 310 N. Olive Ave., West 5200. in the Diocese of Palm Beach, 12- Offices/Safe Environments or www. their spouse. Fellowship and Palm Beach. Features St. Ann youth Encuentro: May 20, 1-6 p.m., St. week program features 30-minute diocesepb.org/safe-environments. conversation. 561-622-6420, DVD segments on challenges of a choir. All invited. 561-832-3757. [email protected]. Paul of the Cross Parish, 10970 Jack Catholic Charities events Nicklaus Drive, North Palm Beach. broken marriage. For the recently Catholic Grandparents Prayer gathering: Fridays, • 12th annual Bernard and Betty Talks with guest speakers and separated and divorced and those Association chapter meeting: 5 p.m., on the sidewalks near A Egan memorial golf classic: June discussions. Organized by diocesan divorced for many years. Sponsored May 12, 10 a.m., Ascension Parish Woman’s World Medical Center 2, 8:30 a.m. start, Grand Harbor Hispanic Ministry. 561-775-9544. by Office of Marriage and Family hall, 7250 N. Federal Highway, Boca that offers abortion services, 503 S. Golf Club, 4935 Club Terrace, Life. Registration suggested; space Raton. Fellowship and discussion 12th St., Fort Pierce. Treasure Coast Memorial Day Mass: May 28, Vero Beach. Golfers: $150 per limited. To register: 561-775-9524. of grandparenting challenges rosary group leads rosary recitation 10 a.m., Our Lady Queen of Peace person or $600 per team of four. Protection of Children and and passing along the faith to the for the end of abortion. 772-465- Cemetery, 10941 Southern Blvd., Prizes. Benefits Samaritan Center, Young People: The Diocese younger generations. 561-626- 8298. Royal Palm Beach. Bishop Gerald which helps homeless families in of Palm Beach is committed to 8027, [email protected]. M. Barbarito, main celebrant. Indian River County. Sponsorships Pray the rosary for life: the safety and protection of all Stations of the Cross for Reception follows. All are invited to available. 772-770-3039, rbireley@ Saturdays, 9-10 a.m., sidewalks just children and vulnerable adults priests: May 26, following 8:30 pray for those who died in service ccdpb.org, www.://donate.ccdpb. north of the Wellington Regional in its care. Victims of abuse by a.m. Mass, Cathedral of St. Ignatius to the country and served in the org/golf. Medical Center, 10101 Forest Hill military. 561-793-0711. Church personnel are encouraged Loyola, 9999 N. Military Trail, Palm Blvd., Wellington. All invited to • Foundations of Faith to contact the Diocesan Victim Beach Gardens. 561-371-1658. pray for the end of abortions. 561- Workshops for extraordinary Community Nursing course: Assistance Coordinator, Lorraine Young adult retreat: May 26- 784-0689. ministers of holy Communion: June 11-15, Palm Beach Atlantic Sabatella, at 561-801-0999 to begin 28, Cursillos de Cristianidad, 16250 For both new and experienced University, 901 S. Flagler Drive, necessary emotional, psychological S.W. 112th Ave., Miami. Hosted ministers at various locations. West Palm Beach. Hosted by and spiritual healing. Office of by To Encounter Christ (TEC), a Call your parish office to make Interfaith Health and Wellness. RETREATS/DAYS Safe Environments provides safety Catholic retreat ministry. Includes reservations with the diocesan Registered nurses welcome. Retreat presentations by priests, deacons OF PRAYER experience and 38 continuing and young adults, reflection education credits. Scholarships and fellowship. 954-695-0458, Our Lady of Florida Spiritual available. Lodging and meals. 561- [email protected], www. Center: Retreats and programs 345-2006; 772-999-3870. sonshinetec.com. available for clergy, religious, men, • Catholic Charities Respect women, married couples, singles Monthly Holy Hour of Life Ministry seeks volunteers to and people in recovery programs. prayer and adoration: May 31, take on roles as respect life parish Season theme: “By His Wounds 7 p.m., Cathedral of St. Ignatius representatives, who are essential You Are Healed” (1 Pt 2:24). Loyola, 9999 N. Military Trail, Palm to help build culture of life and Reservations required except when Beach Gardens. Sacrament of spread pro-life message. If you are stated. Location: 1300 U.S. Highway

10186-0511 1, North Palm Beach. 561-626-1300 or www.ourladyofflorida.org: • Healing retreat: May 25-27, led by Father Robert Richardson. Cost: $225. Registration and deposit required. • Day of reflection: June 6, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m., led by Dominican Sister Roberta Popara. “Praying With Icons.” Cost: $40. Reservations required. • Silent retreat: June 15-21. Cost: $550. Registration and deposit required. ANNOUNCEMENTS William E. Boyes The Ascension of the Lord that comes 40 days after Easter John Farina and marked on the calendar Peter Matwiczyk as Thursday, May 10, is a holy day of obligation in some parts • Wills, trusts and guardianship litigation of the United States. However, the Diocese of Palm Beach and • Estate and trust planning and administration all Florida dioceses observe the Ascension on Sunday, May 13. The [email protected] Church teaches that Jesus went, 3300 PGA Blvd., Suite 600 body and soul, into heaven, where

Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 [email protected] 12034-0511 the faithful hope to follow. 561-694-7979 [email protected] 11202-0511 May 11-24, 2018 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A8 F aithful honor Blessed Mother at festival LINDA REEVES of the Florida Catholic staff

DELRY BEACH | May is the month of Mother’s Day, and for Catholics it’s the month for honoring two moms — their earthly one and their spiritual mother, Mary, especially during the annual Marian Rosary Festival here in the Diocese of Palm Beach. The festival, themed “Mary, Mother of the Church,” took place May 6 at Emmanuel Parish in Delray Beach, and even though rain poured, the outside festival moved inside and spirits were not dampened. “I am here to honor Mary,” said Juan Romero, a parishioner of Holy Cross in Indiantown, who drove from the western part of the diocese to Boca Raton in the southern end for the festival and displayed a large image of Our Lady of Guadalupe. His image of Mary represents her appearance to St. Juan Diego in 1531 in Mexico, where Romero was born. “I love Our Lady of Guadalupe. She is my mother.” The annual Marian Festival reflects a beautiful melting pot of people of all ages, cultures and ethnicities with a common Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito places a devotion and love for Mary, the Mother of all. People from crown on a statue of Our Lady during the Various images and statues of Mary are displayed during the diocesan throughout the diocese participated in this year’s event, and Marian Rosary Festival May 6. Marian Rosary Festival May 6 at Emmanuel Parish in Delray Beach. some caught in the rain upon arriving were soaked from head to toe. The festival did not have the traditional procession of Mary images under various titles outside around the parish grounds, but it did include the recitation of the rosary in various languages. Following prayer, Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito, participating as he does each year, placed a crown on a statue of Our Lady displayed at the front of the church during a crowning ceremony, and referred to Mary as the “Mother of our Church,” a title that “has a long and rich history in the Catholic Church,” he explained. “After the assassination attempt on Pope John Paul II, in thanksgiving for sparing his life, the Holy Father had a mosaic image of Mary, Mother of the Church installed over- looking St. Peter’s Square,” he said. The afternoon included Benediction, exposition of the holy Eucharist and closing with the song “Ave Maria.” Even though the festival took place in tight quarters inside the church, the afternoon was a beautiful representation of faith and of the various cultures of the Diocese of Palm Beach. The festival truly is the glue that brings all the cultures together in honor of the Mother of the Church. Bishop Barbarito thanked host Emmanuel Parish and the parish clergy and organizers who Father Paul Nguyen, center, and members of the helped stage the event. He also thanked all the faithful for at- Vietnamese community join in prayer during the diocesan tending. “It is wonderful to see you in faith and to see your love Marian Rosary Festival. (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) Juan Romero of Holy Cross Parish in Indiantown stands for Mary,” he said. n near a display of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Interfa ith gathering

Youngsters from St. Joan of Arc Parish and School and from neighboring Jewish community Temple Beth El gather in fellowship April 15 on the Boca Raton parish’s grounds during an interfaith program. The students made colorful posters with hearts and other images, and created unity messages for display. All together, more than 120 youngsters in sixth and fourth grades participated. For almost 40 years, St. Joan of Arc youngsters have participated in interfaith programs designed to help them learn about acceptance and tolerance of people of other faiths and religions. At the heart of the April 15 11137-0511 program was love, ending hatred, and peace between all God’s people around the world. (LINDA REEVES | FC) www.thefloridacatholic.org | May 11-24, 2018 FLORIDACatholic VENICE DIOCESE May dedicated to Blessed Virgin Mary

Bob Reddy of the Florida Catholic staff

Venice | The Blessed Virgin Mary’s path of faith and hope serves as an example to all. This is just one of the reasons that the Universal Church dedicates the month of May to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The month serves as an opportunity to reflect upon the season of the Liturgical Year, which largely corresponds with the 50 days of Easter. Therefore, time should be taken to reflect on Our Lady’s participation in the Paschal mystery and in Pentecost with which the Church begins. Pope Francis said “the message of hope contained in God’s blessing was fully realized in a woman, Mary, who was destined to become the Mother of God, and it was fulfilled in her before any other crea- ture.” The Holy Father added that “our journey of faith is the same as that of Mary, and so we feel that she is particularly close to us.” During May, Pope Francis has A St. Martha Catholic School student places a crown of flowers on a called for laypeople to use their cre- statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary as part of a May Crowning ceremony ativity for the good of others, espe- May 4 in Sarasota. (BOB REDDY | FC) cially the most disadvantaged. The Holy Father applauded laity who the faith from Our Lady of Lourdes Help Retreat Center in Venice bears bravely provide “reasons for hope Parish, 1301 Center Road, Venice, to her name, and numerous other to the poorest, to the excluded, to Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat parishes are named in honor of Our the marginalized. … Let us pray to- Center, 3989 S. Moon Drive, and Lady including: St. Mary, Star of the gether this month that the lay faith- will be followed by a May Crown- Sea, Longboat Key; Our Lady of the ful may fulfill their specific mission, ing and lunch. (For more details, Angels, Lakewood Ranch; Our Lady the mission that they received in see box.) of Grace, Avon Park; Our Lady of Baptism, putting their creativity at May should also be used as a Guadalupe, Immokalee; Our Lady the service of the challenges of to- time to renew a commitment to of Light, Fort Myers; Our Lady of WALK TO OUR LADY MARIAN PILGRIMAGE day’s world.” praying the mysteries of the rosary the Miraculous Medal, Bokeelia; May is also the time when young (joyful, sorrowful, glorious and lu- Our Lady of Lourdes, Venice; Our Walk to Our Lady: A Marian Pilgrimage to the May Crowning: Catholics often receive the Sacra- minous). Our Lady has 117 titles, but Lady of Mount Carmel, Osprey; Our Saturday, May 19, 7:30 a.m. check-in, 8 a.m., walk, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, ment of Holy Communion for the selected this title at Fatima: “I am Lady Queen of Martyrs, Sarasota; 1301 Center Road, Venice. In a public display of Faith and Devotion to the Blessed first time. Parishes and Catholic the Lady of the Rosary.” St. Francis and Our Lady Queen of Heaven, Mother, participants will process while praying the rosary 6.6 miles to Our Lady schools in the Diocese have May de Sales said the greatest method of LaBelle. of Perpetual Help Retreat Center, 3989 S. Moon Drive, Venice. Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office will escort. Water, granola bars and bathrooms along the way. May Crowning ceremonies in which a praying is to “Pray the Rosary.” Pope Paul VI wrote an encyclical Crowning prayer service will take place at conclusion of walk, followed by lunch statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary is On the Fourth Sunday of Advent, in 1965 citing the Month of Mary of hot dogs and hamburgers. A bus will be available to provide shuttle transporta- given a crown of flowers. St. Martha Dec. 24, 2017, Bishop Dewane, in devotion as a means of obtain- tion back to Our Lady of Lourdes Parish. Free, but advanced registration is Catholic School and St. Mary Acad- unity with the priests and faithful ing prayers for peace. May is the required at https://dioceseofvenice.org and click on the Upcoming Events link. emy in Sarasota joined together of the Diocese of Venice, formally “month which the piety of the faith- Contact Gail Ardy, [email protected], or Susan Laielli, laielli@dioce- May 4 for a Mass and May Crown- consecrated the Diocese to Jesus ful has especially dedicated to Our seofvenice.org, 941-484-9543. ing which was a public commit- through the Immaculate Heart of Blessed Lady,” Pope Paul VI wrote, ment by the students to pray for the Mary. The consecration was the and May is the time for a “moving intercessions of the Blessed Virgin culmination of the 33-day “Di- tribute of faith and love which Cath- Virgin arose at the end of the 13th dying on the cross, gave her to us Mary throughout the month. On ocesan Advent Journey to Jesus olics in every part of the world (pay) century. In this way, the Church as our Mother, saying: ‘Behold May 7, Bishop Frank J. Dewane led through Mary.” By this Act of Con- to the Queen of Heaven. During this was able to Christianize the secular your Mother!’ These words serve a May Crowning prayer service for secration, the faithful confided the month Christians, both in church feasts that usually took place at that as a testament, bequeathing to the the staff of the Catholic Center in Diocese and its good works to Our and in the privacy of the home, of- time. In the 16th century, books ap- world a Mother. From that moment Venice. Lady so as to fulfill more readily the fer up to Mary from their hearts an peared and fostered this devotion. on, the Mother of God also became To honor Our Lady in a special will of her divine son for his Church. especially fervent and loving hom- Pope Francis notes the Blessed our Mother! The ‘woman’ became way in 2018, the Diocese of Venice Our Lady is an important sym- age of prayer and veneration. In this Virgin Mary has always been pres- our Mother when she lost her di- Office of Evangelization invites bol throughout the Diocese. Our month, too, the benefits of God’s ent in the hearts, the piety and vine Son. Her sorrowing heart was everyone to the May 19 “Walk to Lady of Mercy is the Patroness of mercy come down to us from her above all the pilgrimage of faith of enlarged to make room for all men Our Lady: A Marian Pilgrimage to the Diocese of Venice and is the throne in greater abundance” the Christian people. “Our pilgrim- and women, whether good or bad, the May Crowning.” This will be a name of a Parish in Boca Grande. The Christian custom of dedicat- age of faith has been inseparably and she loves them as she loved Je- 6.6-mile walk and public display of In addition, Our Lady of Perpetual ing the month of May to the Blessed linked to Mary ever since Jesus, sus.” n May 11-24, 2018 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A2

At left, a youth from Our Lady of the Angels Parish in Lakewood Ranch serves soup at Guadalupe Social Services of Catholic Charities Casa Santa Maria soup kitchen in Immokalee while on a mission trip. At right, Colleen McMenamin, Program Director for Bethesda House, a Catholic Charities program that helps people with HIV/AIDS in Sarasota, points out some of the food that is distributed to the clients. (2017 FILE PHOTOS) Catholic Charities Annual Report shows impact social services, supplying crucial fiscal year highlights: 41,112 people necessities and providing guidance • Catholic Charities operates to maintain independence by serv- one of the largest human trafficking served ing 33,193 families and individuals. victim’s assistance programs in the Bob Reddy In the area of family reunification state of Florida. It began as a pilot of the Florida Catholic staff services, $2.1 million was com- program in 2009, and hundreds of mitted for securing a healthy life victims have been freed from en- and offering a steady path to self- slavement to become productive Venice | The one thing which reliance for 5,912 families and indi- citizens in our communities. Catho- makes Catholic Charities Diocese viduals. And finally, to counseling lic Charities expanded the program of Venice Inc. unique is how much and education ser- to include transitional housing to its services and programs impact vices, $2.3 million secure long-term help for victims local communities. During the fis- was committed to that results in great- cal year that ended June 30, 2017, a improving lives and er self-sufficiency. dedicated group of workers and vol- increasing oppor- • Our Mother’s unteers helped improve the lives of tunities to prosper House of Catholic 41,112 individuals and families with and grow for 2,007 Charities in Venice A ribbon-cutting cermony takes place with Bishop Frank J. Dewane more than 30 specialized programs families and indi- has cared for almost at New Paradigm of Catholic Charities in Port Charlotte. that are focused on improving lives. viduals. Additional expenditures 600 homeless mothers and their The 2016-17 Catholic Charities included $764,000 for Capital Out- children with transitional housing lic Charities. In addition to transi- Bandannas, Mardi Gras Madness, annual report was released in the lay, $344,000 for fundraising and and case management needed to tional housing, the two-year pro- Venice Veterans Salute, Sugar Bowl spring, detailing the dollars spent newsletter, and $336,000 for general become stable and independent. gram is designed to help families Show of Shows Sarasota-Braden- and reflecting on the stories of the and management services. Five additional apartments, bring- develop the skills necessary to live ton, Teach a Man to Fish Gala, and lives that were positively impacted Sharon Aragona, Catholic Chari- ing the total to 22, were added with an independent life through finan- AFCAAM Charity Golf Classic. through the social service agency ties COO, said, “Catholic Charities the opening of the William and cial training, credit repair services, Not reflected in the current an- in the 10-county area that is the continues to grow its services and Mary Frank Residences to young counseling, and parenting classes. nual report is the work done by Diocese of Venice. During the fis- programs in Southwest Florida. In families who lack a secure home • Catholic Charities completed Catholic Charities in the aftermath cal year, Catholic Charities focused the past fiscal year, we expanded and existence. the $2.5 million fundraising effort of Hurricane Irma, which struck its expenses of $8.7 million on three Our Mother’s House for homeless • Bethesda House of Catho- for the renovation of the new Judy the region Sept. 10, 2017. Catholic categories of support: prevention mothers and young children in lic Charities in Sarasota, a drop-in Sullivan Family Resource Center in Charities served more than 82,000 and social services, family reunifi- Venice, added the New Paradigm community center for people living Naples. A generous donor pledged people in three weeks — twice as cation services, and counseling and transitional housing program to our with HIV, celebrated the decision by to match all contributions given to many individuals typically assisted education services. For every dollar agency in Englewood, enhanced the City Commission to reopen the the center up to $500,000 by the end in one year. This was done as Catho- donated, 94 cents goes directly to our human trafficking victim as- program’s nutrition center, which of 2017. Catholic Charities reached lic Charities opened 12 Disaster Re- services for people in need in the sistance services with long-term had been closed for six months. Af- its goal with the matching gift. The sponse Centers in Southwest Florida community. assistance in Fort Myers, and initi- ter 27 years of operation, the more new center will aid low- to moder- to provide victims of the storm with Charity Navigator, a leading ated the $2.5 renovation of the Judy than 250 low-income clients had ate-income families and individuals food, water and other necessities. evaluator of nonprofits, consistently Sullivan Family Resource Center for no place to receive the high-protein with a choice food pantry, an Em- Organizations, churches, civic rates Catholic Charities Diocese of working poor families and children and fresh nutritious food needed to powerment Program, educational groups, and individual donors from Venice Inc. among its highest-rated in Naples. Our dedicated staff has remain healthy. Through the gen- programs for adults and children, all over the United States responded organizations, giving its highest rat- served over 41,112 individuals on erosity of the Caritas food pantry, senior outreach, direct assistance to the need for supplies and volun- ing for sound fiscal management the path to self-sufficiency.” Catholic parishes, donors and com- for utilities, rent and prescriptions, teer support. A centralized ware- a total of 15 times over the past 17 Aragona added that none of that munity partners, nonperishable refugee resettlement, the Weekend house in Arcadia was established years. Catholic Charities is also reg- would be possible without the sup- food and grocery store gift cards Power Pack Food Program and to house food, water, cleaning sup- ularly reaccredited by the Council port of so many. “We are so grate- were distributed to clients until the Undy Sunday project for children, plies, baby items, air conditioners, on Accreditation. The council gives ful to our donors, volunteers and reopening. and holiday food and gift distribu- dehumidifiers and building mate- Catholic Charities top marks and supporters, as our individual con- • The New Paradigm Founda- tion. rials, and currently remains open noted the social service organiza- tributions have increased and we tion came under the auspices of • Through 11 fundraising to serve victims. To direct these ef- tion is a provider that meets high had another successful fundraising Catholic Charities. The program events, Catholic Charities raised forts, Catholic Charities has hired a performance standards and has a event season. Without their loyalty provides affordable transitional $1,061,671 or 12.2 percent of its rev- program director and caseworker commitment to stakeholders to de- to our mission of serving people in housing in Englewood and Port enues. These events included the for long-term disaster recovery. n liver the best quality services. need, we would not be able to move Charlotte to area families who are at Sugar Bowl Show of Shows, Catho- The primary expenses of Catholic our clients toward self-sufficiency risk of becoming homeless through lic Charities Ball, Venetian Char- To read the full 2016-17 an- Charities included a commitment of and a healthy and fulfilling life.” 15 available units. The program is ity Ball, Emerald Ball, Our Mother’s nual report, visit www.catholic $2.9 million to the prevention and Here are just a few of the 2016-17 now called New Paradigm of Catho- House wine tasting, Boots and charitiesdov.org. A3 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018

Sa crament of Confirmation Confirmandi perfectly bound to Church as true witnesses to Christ

Bob Reddy Dewane throughout the year, with of the Florida Catholic staff more than 1,792 men and women receiving the Sacrament since last sarasota | Through the Sac- fall at 54 different Parishes and in rament of Confirmation, Christian area prisons. An additional 398 initiation is completed, as the recip- women and men received the Sac- ients become more perfectly bound rament of Confirmation at their to the Church as a true witness to home Parishes on Holy Saturday at Christ. the Easter Vigil. This is how Pope Francis views Bishop Dewane told the confir- Confirmation, which he said is a mandi at St. Jude Parish that their Sacrament which must be under- sacramental life is key to who they stood as a continuation of the faith are becoming by growing in the journey, beginning with Baptism, “Grace of God.” In order to do that, along with the Eucharist, to consti- they must carry the gifts of the Holy tute a single saving event — Chris- Spirit with them beyond the four tian initiation — “in which we are walls of their Church. They must be brought into Christ who died and doers of their faith because there is rose again, and become new crea- nothing passive about being Catho- tures and members of the Church.” lic. The Sacrament of Confirmation Throughout much of history, is not an ending to the faith journey, these three Sacraments were cel- but a beginning. ebrated together, at the end of the “You are on a journey to become catechumenal path, normally on women and men of God. … We are Holy Saturday. “It was a step-by- each called to follow the lead Jesus step process, first reaching Bap- gives us. You are old enough to do so tism, then Confirmation, and final- freely in receiving this Sacrament,” Bishop Frank J. Dewane annoints the forehead of a young woman as part of the Sacrament of ly the Eucharist,” the Holy Father Bishop Dewane added. “Allow this Confirmation April 28 at St. Jude Parish in Sarasota. (BOB REDDY | FC) explained sacramental gift to enter into your The term “confirmation” must life and carry the Holy Spirit with remind one that this Sacrament you from this point forward. You involves growth from baptismal must each be changed by this en- grace, Pope Francis continued. “It counter!” unites us more firmly with Christ; During the Sacrament of Confir- it completes our bond with the mation, the candidates renew their Church; it accords to us the special baptismal promises and then the strength of the Holy Spirit to spread Bishop, the attending priests, and and to defend the faith, to confess all the faithful, pray that the Holy the name of Christ and never to be Spirit descend upon and remain ashamed of His cross.” on the Confirmandi. The Bishop It should be noted that while then recites a prayer. Finally, the the order of the Sacraments may candidates are presented to the have changed over time, “confir- Bishop with their sponsor placing mation, like every Sacrament, is his/her hand on the candidates’ not the work of men, but rather the right shoulder. Then with his right work of God, who takes care of our thumb, the Bishop makes the sign lives so as to mold us in the image of the cross on their forehead with of His Son, to make us able to love the Holy Chrism oil and says, “Be like Him,” the Holy Father added. sealed with the Gift of the Holy “He infuses us with the Holy Spirit Spirit.” The newly confirmed re- whose action pervades the whole plies, “Amen.” Bishop Frank J. Dewane is seen with young men and women who recevied the Sacarment of Confirmation person and all of life, as is shown Choosing Confirmation names April 15 as part of the Religious Education for Special Needs Individuals (RESI) program at Epiphany by the seven gifts that tradition, in such as St. Jude, St. Edward the Cathedral in Venice. (COURTESY) the light of the Sacred Scriptures, Confessor, St. Maria Goretti, St. Pa- has always made clear: wisdom, dre Pio, St. Patrick, St. Francis of As- I immediately felt a calm and joy requires good preparation — often the fullness of their Baptism and understanding, counsel, knowl- sisi, St. Peter, St. Martha, St. Theresa wash over me. That was very pow- years of study and spiritual growth as Christians who are called to be edge, fortitude, piety and fear of of Avila, St. Luisa, St. Juan Diego, St. erful.” — as it aims to lead candidates to- more, and reflect the love and good- the Lord. When we welcome the Magdalena, and many more, the Pope Francis explains that when ward “personal adhesion to faith in ness Christ in their heart and soul. Holy Spirit into our hearts and al- youth spoke about what it meant to we are anointed with Holy Chrism Christ and to reawaken in them a In addition, through Epiphany low it to act, Christ Himself is made receive this Sacrament which fully we are conformed “by the power of sense of belonging to the Church,” Cathedral, there is the Religious present in us and takes form in our welcomes them into the full ben- the Holy Spirit, to Christ, who is the the Holy Father added. He also re- Education for Special Needs Indi- lives; through us, it will be He who efits of the Universal Church. only true ‘anointed one,’ the Mes- minded the faithful to thank the viduals (RESI) program, which wel- prays, forgives, brings hope and “This was an important day for siah, the Saint of God.” Lord for receiving the gift of Con- comes God’s children by acknowl- consolation, serves our brothers, me,” one young man explained. The Holy Father often stresses firmation. “Then ask Him for His edging that all children can learn, is close to the needy and the aban- “I have struggled with my faith in how important it is that all children help in living as true Christians, pray and have a relationship with doned, who creates communion the past. However, during my cat- receive the Sacrament of Confir- to always journey with joy accord- God. This program is specifically and sows peace.” echism classes I found myself re- mation because while there is an ing to the Holy Spirit that has been designed to meet the spiritual needs A group of young men and wom- alizing I had developed a special important emphasis on the Sacra- granted to us.” of persons with developmental dis- en recently completed their own bond with Christ. That makes me ment of Baptism, there tends to be The Diocese of Venice has a re- abilities and intellectual challeng- final step of Christian initiation by very happy.” less of a focus on the Sacrament of ligious education program that es, and welcomes candidates from being “sealed with the gift of the One young woman who got emo- Confirmation. He explained that emphasizes the importance of the age 10 to adulthood. Through this Holy Spirit” during their Confirma- tional when the Bishop anointed those who are only baptized re- Sacrament of Confirmation with program they are incorporated into tion at St. Jude Parish in Sarasota her forehead explained that she was main at a halfway point, and do not a two-year program. The young the liturgical and sacramental life April 28. Bishop Frank J. Dewane nervous because she had doubts “receive the Holy Spirit that gives us women and men go through a of the Church. On April 15, Bishop used Holy Chrism oil to anoint the about being worthy of the Sacra- the strength to go forward in Chris- process where they complete one Dewane confirmed six individuals confirmandi. ment. “When the Bishop made the tian life.” phase of their faith journey and pre- who completed the RESI program This was repeated by Bishop sign of the cross on my forehead The Sacrament of Confirmation pare to begin the next phase as with at Epiphany Cathedral. n May 11-24, 2018 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A4 Neumann mourns loss of beloved teacher, mentor Bob Reddy so many: “Your joyful spirit will ness of Christ’s love with “cruises” of the Florida Catholic staff shine through all those you have to perform service to others within touched.” “Shelley was the kindest the community. Present at many, NAP LES | Shelley Raley lived and must loving person who would if not all, student events, she also and breathed the core values of make anyone feel welcome and her served as an assistant girls basket- St. John Neumann Catholic High laugh was contagious!!!” “Ms. Raley, ball coach and senior adviser. She School in Naples with every ounce you will be with me in everything was proudly known as “Chaperone of her soul. Her sudden passing I do: every act of kindness, every Shelley.” from cancer April 29 in Tampa cre- smile, laugh, tear, every friend I Sister Patricia Roche, Salesian ated a vacuum for the students, fac- have. I love you.” Sister of St. John Bosco and Princi- ulty, colleagues, friends and family She was known as the go-to per- pal of St. John Neumann Catholic she left behind. son at Neumann for anyone, stu- High School, noted of Raley, “Shel- However, her passing was not dent or faculty, if they were strug- ley was our rock. We are in mourn- merely a time for sadness, but was gling or having difficulties. This ing that she was taken from us, but At right is the sign in front of St. John Neumann Catholic High School rather a celebration — or Shella- was true not only because of her know that she is happy in the Lord.” in Naples April 29 that shows the outpouring of support for the loss bration — of a life well lived. Raley infectiously positive attitude, but Born Jan. 25, 1978, in Baltimore, of teacher Shelley Raley, pictured at left. (BOB REDDY | FC) is being remembered as someone because of her compassion and un- Raley moved with her family to who was loved by many and leaves derstanding. Strong in faith to the Collier County in 1992 and gradu- to become a teacher at Neumann. cut. behind a legacy of joy, love, peace end, her courage while battling ill- ated from Neumann where her faith While at Neumann, she would also A Mass of Christian Burial was and kindness, and a passion for the ness was inspiring and is an impor- grew. From there, she earned her earn her master’s in Educational celebrated May 4 at St. Elizabeth faith that was the very fabric of who tant part of her legacy. bachelor’s in elementary and sec- Leadership from the University of Seton Parish, with Father Russell she was and radiated in everything At the school she loved, Raley ondary education from St. Mary’s Notre Dame ACE Leadership Pro- Ruggiero, Administrator of the she did in her 40 years of life. served as the Campus Minister and College in Notre Dame, Indiana, gram. Parish,as the main celebrant and The outpouring of sympathy was head of the Theology Department. before landing a job as a middle Raley is survived by her par- homilist. Her body will be laid to counter-balanced by a wellspring She was also the head of Peer Min- school teacher at St. Ann Catholic ents, James and Joanne Raley Jr. of rest at the Holy Cross Cemetery in of kind messages and reflections istry, and creator and moderator School in Naples. Naples; three siblings, Tracy (Paul) Charleston, South Carolina. which were gathered by her col- of the Y.A.C.H.T. Club (“Youth and With the encouragement of a re- Harrison, and their two sons of Memorial contributions may be leagues and put on display at the Christ Helping Together”), which ligious sister, Raley earned a mas- Chicago; Richard (Emily) Raley, made to the Shelley Raley Schol- wake and a later reception. Just a is an instrumental component of ter’s in Religious Education from and their two sons, of Houston; and arship Fund at St. John Neumann few samples of these messages re- the Campus Ministry program. Loyola University of Chicago and Jami (George Aniki) Raley, and their Catholic High School, 3000 53rd St. flect the greater impact she had on She invited all students to the full- when finished, returned to Florida daughter of Thomaston, Connecti- S.W., Naples, FL 34116. n

At left, pictured are Sandy Julian of St. Mary Academy in Sarasota, left, and Lynn Hoffman of St. Ann Catholic School in Naples, who were awarded Golden Halo Awards from the Christian Chamber of Southwest Florida. At center is Julian and her family after she won in the sixth- to eighth-grade category. At right is Hoffman holding the award for the third- to fifth-grade category. She is surrounded by well-wishers including Father Michael Vannicola, Oblates of St. Francis de Sales, St. Ann’s pastor. (COURTESY PHOTOS) Two Diocesan teachers receive Golden Halo Awards

Staff Report and Sandy Julian from St. Mary their students.” The organiza- should be considered. From those knowledge, encourage and support Academy in Sarasota won in the tion has grown over the years, and letters a committee selected teach- them,” the statement added. “These Bonita Springs | Of all sixth- to eighth-grade category. with the inception of the Golden ers, who were asked to then submit educators help our children to ex- the Christian school teachers in Hoffman teaches fifth grade at Halo Awards has made it possible a short essay about their teaching cel. They have touched our children Southwest Florida, two from the St. Ann Catholic School. A veteran for teachers in Christian-based philosophy. A committee member with the precious gift of learning in Diocese of Venice were recently teacher, she was new to St. Ann this schools to be recognized for their visited the nominee’s school for an a godly environment, and they will recognized as Golden Halo Award academic year. Julian joined St. professionalism, love for teach- evaluation. reflect on these memories time and recipients. Mary Academy, which serves stu- ing and love of their faith. There The winners were announced time again throughout their lives.” This is 12th consecutive year dents with special learning needs, are four awards that are presented April 20 during an awards banquet During her acceptance speech the Christian Chamber of South- two years ago and is the sixth-grade each year, one for each category for at the St. Leo the Great Parish Life for the honor, Julian said, “My stu- west Florida has gathered to honor homeroom teacher and resource grades K-two, three-five, six-eight, Center in Bonita Springs. According dents are a special gift in my life the very best teachers in Christian teacher working with all of the stu- and nine-12. to a Christian Chamber statement, that fills my heart with joy. I am so education with the Golden Halo dents from third to eighth grade. The awards are open to all Chris- the honored teachers love what they blessed to be able to help them ex- Awards. Lynn Hoffman of St. Ann The mission of the awards is tian schools in Southwest Florida. do and invest their time and skills perience success in school, as well Catholic School in Naples won in “recognizing Christian teachers Teachers are nominated by students for their children. as deal with the struggles of every- the third- to fifth-grade category, who educate motivate and inspire through a letter outlining why they “It is important for all of us to ac- day life.” n A5 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018 Respect Life leaders gather

Bob Reddy for the 2018 Florida Respect Life as coordinators of United Prayer Florida Respect Life Conference, of the Florida Catholic staff Conference that will take place Vigils for Life in Lee County and which will take place Sept. 28-29 at in Punta Gorda in September, the ensured a regular presence of the Charlotte Harbor Conference Port Charlotte | Respect first time the Diocese has hosted pro-life advocates in front of the and Event Center in Punta Gorda. Florida Life representatives from par- this major event in eight years. abortion doctor’s office up until While planning is well along, the ishes across the Diocese of Venice Jeanne Berdeaux, Diocesan Re- the day it closed April 30. participants in the meeting were Catholic recently gathered to recap their spect Life Director, was unable to It was announced that five new encouraged to promote the event, DIOCESE OF VENICE activities from the past year and attend due to a family emergency, strategically located pregnancy but to participate in the planning plan to encourage more people to so the day was led by Anne Ca- help centers have opened in the and implementation of the con- Vol. 79, No. 13 join in the “Cause for Life” in the mille Tally of Sacred Heart Parish past year, each of which offers a ference also actively, as there are future. who is on the Pregnancy Careline pro-life counterbalance to abor- many different parts that go into n 1000 Pinebrook Road The Diocese of Venice Coalition board, as well as Janine Marrone tion providers such as Planned organizing such a large event. Venice, FL 34285 for Life Annual Leaders Meeting of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Parenthood. The other good news 941-484-9543 • Fax 941-483-1121 was held May 5 at Sacred Heart Venice. was the announcement that four To learn more about Respect Life Parish in Punta Gorda. This group The first half was a recap of more ultrasounds will arrive in issues, the Diocesan Respect Life PUBLISHER was brought together by the Dio- major Respect Life news of the the Diocese in the coming months website, www.dioceseofvenice. Bishop Frank Dewane cese Respect Life Office to help past year, which included the thanks to local Knights of Colum- org/respectlife is an excellent DIOCESAN EDITOR promote best practices and learn announcement of the closing of bus. The four are in addition to source with numerous helpful links Bob Reddy what different Respect Life coor- an abortion office in North Fort the 14 already provided which of- about life issues from conception to [email protected] dinators are doing at the parish Myers after two years of constant fer life-affirming images of babies natural death. To contact Jeanne 941-484-9543 level. peaceful prayer vigils. The vig- for mothers who are at risk for an Berdeaux, call 941-484-9543 or The meeting also served as a ils were thanks to Paul Muri and abortion. email Berdeaux@dioceseofvenice. • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: preview and planning session Rosemary Stonequist, who served The afternoon focused on the org. Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, or customerservice@theflorida catholic.org Notify us of address changes (temporary Institute honors first student to complete master’s or permanent) as soon as possible. Please change your address online at www. thefloridacatholic.org or call Tammy at Bob Reddy classes. I was even worse as I pre- through an understanding of Scrip- 1-888-275-9953. of the Florida Catholic staff pared for my comprehensive final.” ture, tradition, and the Magisteri- The joint program was imple- um, culminating in the Catechism • ADVERTISING: Contact Valerie Casko at N APLES | When your job is to mented in the 2015-16 school year. of the Catholic Church. Anyone 407-373-0075 or [email protected] educate youth about their faith, it is Students who had been accepted at wanting to supplement their edu- • CLASSIFIED ADS: Contact Mike Carlock at important to know as much as you Steubenville could take prerequi- cation at the graduate level, or to 1-888-275-9953, or can. Theresa Barbale realized that site courses through the Institute. receive theological training and [email protected] a degree in theology was great, but The Institute then offered gradu- professional development, has a re- she wanted to have more knowl- ate-level courses for the Master of source here in the Diocese. Course- State Offices: 50 E. Robinson St., Suite edge about the Church and the faith Arts in the catechesis and evan- work and workshops that are based G, Orlando, FL 32801-1619; P.O. Box 4993; Orlando, FL 32802-4993; 407-373-0075; Toll- to share with the young minds she gelization program. The program on authentic Catholic teaching are free 1-888-275-9953; Fax 407-373-0087 reaches out to each week. consisted of on-site and video- delivered in a variety of instruction- “You really never stop learning,” conferenced courses through the al methods, including classroom, EXECUTIVE & EDITORIAL STAFF: Barbale said at a May 4 gradua- Institute, as well as online courses distance learning, on-site parish Associate Publisher: Ann Borowski Slade tion party in honor of her being through Steubenville. presentations, and diocesewide Editorial/Online Director: Jean Gonzalez the first of the Institute for Catholic “The online courses were great video-conferencing. Business Manager: Pat Spencer Copy Editor: Mary Rose Denaro Studies and Formation students to as I could work them into the sched- The Institute is hosting a 13-week Marketing Advertising Associate: Michael complete a master’s joint program ule that worked for me,” Barbale collegiate-level class online Tues- Carlock with Franciscan University of Steu- said. “Once the children were in days from May 15 to Aug. 14. The Theresa Barbale, Youth Ministry Advertising Graphic Designer: benville, Ohio. “I learned so much bed, I was online taking a class. It course is titled “Catechetics: Hand- Coordinator at St. Peter the Michael Jimenez through this process and I know was long process, but I gained so ing on the Faith in the World of To- Apostles Parish in Naples, is the Advertising Sales Associate: Valerie Casko it will translate to what I do when much.” day.” Students will learn the history, Advertising Sales Associate: Tim Shea Institute for Catholic Studies working with the youth at the par- Barbale also noted that Father methods and contemporary prac- and Formation’s first student Have a comment/want more info/ ish. Gerard Critch, Pastor of St. Peter tice of Catholic religious education. to complete a master’s joint have a story suggestion? 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May 11-24, 2018 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A6 Retiring Mooney President leaves lasting legacy KaRen ChRistie but she wasn’t planning to go into ters, she was moved again and Special to the Florida Catholic the teaching field at that time. in 1986 she was assigned as the Always a morning person, new principal at Lorraine Catho- SaraSota | After 39 years of while in college she began attend- lic High School in Ohio. Her final compassion, loyalty and devotion ing 6:30 a.m. Mass every day with move came in 1989 when she re- to Cardinal Mooney Catholic High the religious sisters. As a sopho- turned to Cardinal Mooney for School, Sister Mary Lucia Haas, more in high school, she had been good, eventually earning the title Sister of Notre Dame, the school’s approached by one of the sisters of President. President, will retire at the end of about possibly considering the “When I think of her contribu- the 2017-2018 school year. I had religious life, but at that time her tions I think of the difference just the pleasure to talk to Sister Haas goals were centered more upon one person can make,” said Father about this important time in her her scholastic work. Once in col- Matthew Grady, Cardinal Mooney life, and asked what comes to mind lege, however, she felt the need chaplain. “In a word I would say Sis- when she thinks about retirement. to answer the calling that God ter Haas’s ministry is an example of: Laughing slightly, she replied with wanted her to join the religious commitment.” a question of her own: “What can I life by becoming a nun. The more Sister Haas said her first memory still do?” Her hope is to continue to she went to Mass, the more she re- of Cardinal Mooney was of the palm help others around her. alized that this was what she was trees and how the air was so dry. Sister Mary Lucia Haas, Sister of Notre Dame, sits in front of a statue of Sister Haas grew up in the small meant to do. The school environment, though, the Blessed Virgin Mary on the campus of Cardinal Mooney Catholic town of North Ridgeville, Ohio, Upon graduating from college, was very similar to where she grew High School in Sarasota. (COURTESY) the youngest of eight children and Sister Haas received her first assign- up in Ohio. attended Erieview Catholic High ment, or “mission” as it is referred to When asked about notable ex- more of a fond childhood memory ful to have been in great health for School. After graduation she went by her religious order. She was first periences, she replied she found of time spent with her siblings. One many years. Her motto or philoso- to Notre Dame College in South ordered to St. Peter’s Catholic High the duties concerned with build- of the things she hopes to do when phy in life is simple and sweet: “God Euclid, Ohio. Both were all-girls School in downtown Cleveland, ing new facilities on campus to be she retires is to become proficient is good!” schools run by the Sisters of Notre where she taught from 1963 to 1967. the most challenging of the experi- in the use of technological devices, Sister Haas has been such a Dame. She later attended the Col- From 1967 to 1976, she was sent to ences in her career. Describing her including her iPad and iPhone. valuable asset to Cardinal Mooney lege of William and Mary in Virgin- Notre Dame High School in Middle- most rewarding times at Cardinal In addition, Sister Haas has a Catholic High School. During both ia, where she received her master’s burg, Virginia. Mooney, Sister Haas reflected on friend who volunteers at the Cos- the challenging and rewarding degree. It was in 1976 that she first was how many graduates have come grove Center, located in North times, she had always remained Since her favorite subjects were assigned to Cardinal Mooney Cath- back to visit the school during one Ridgeville, which is dedicated to positive. Throughout her Mooney science and math, Sister Haas origi- olic High School in Sarasota. Dur- of their college breaks, and how ap- helping the homeless. Sister Haas career, she reflected how her dedi- nally intended to major in chemis- ing her first three years, she taught preciative they were to have had the herself can no longer drive, but cation and faithfulness ensured try. The science program at Notre science, theology and math, before opportunity to go to a high school she hopes to be able to go with her that the school provides a positive Dame College focused on students, being promoted to become the that prepared them for college and friend a few times a week to pro- example for students’ lives by living who, upon graduation, intended to principal, a position she held for six life thereafter. vide her services and help feed and her own philosophy each day. teach at the high school level. Sister years. Outside of work, Sister Haas likes clothe the homeless. Ironically, the As Sarah Gates, a Cardinal Haas found chemistry interesting, As is common for religious sis- to golf and fish, although fishing is center for the homeless is located Mooney theology teacher and for- in what used to be her alma mater, mer Mooney student, put it, “Sister Erieview Catholic High School. At Lucia’s commitment to God shines the Cosgrove Center, Sister Haas through in the work she has done at wants to continue to fulfill God’s Cardinal Mooney and in the com- New Diocesan Stewardship and calling by being kind and helpful to munity of Sarasota.” others just as they have been to her. Father Grady called Sister Haas “I started where I’ll be ending up,” “a fellow worker in the Lord’s vine- Development Director settles in she said thoughtfully. yard who never counted the hours, When asked what she feels is her but was delighted by every moment strongest quality, she could point to she spent with us.” n BoB Reddy let said, “It is our second home. It that to last forever. Today, we must her ability to look and act cheerful of the Florida Catholic staff is where important moments in focus on the now. It is about every- even when she may feel frustrated Christie is a Cardinal Mooney our lives take place, such as bap- one offering a fair share so that oth- or upset on the inside. She is thank- class of 2002 alumna.

Venice | With a broad base of tisms, confirmations, weddings ers less fortunate can continue to 12077-0511 experience, for the past 19 years in and funerals. Like a home, without experience the same Church as ev- the Archdiocese of Newark, New continual support and eryone else,” she add- Jersey, Carla Repollet, new Diocese investment of the peo- ed. “That is the beauty of Venice Stewardship and Devel- ple today, the Church of the Church. No opment Director, brings a different won’t be there for fu- matter where you go, perspective to stewardship and de- ture generations.” the Mass is the Mass. velopment. A graduate of Rut- It might be in a differ- With fresh ideas, Repollet is gers University, she ent language, but the reaching out to parishes through- is married with four Church is universal.” Stacie A. Kreiger, MA, LMHC out the Diocese by offering the re- daughters and a As Stewardship and Licensed Mental Health Practitioner sources and support of her depart- grandson. An immi- Development Director, ment to help enhance stewardship grant to the U.S., she Repollet said she plans Catholic counseling for all ages at all levels. was born on the Is- Carla Repollet to be very service- “I have learned many lessons land of Terceira in the oriented and hopes My goal is to create from my experience in Newark and Azores, which lies in the Eastern At- that Parishes use her office as a re- know what can happen when peo- lantic Ocean about 1,000 miles west source. Her primary responsibili- an atmosphere for my ple become complacent when it is of Portugal. Being an immigrant ties include overseeing the Catholic clients that offers them: assumed that there will always be offers Repollet a perspective on Faith Appeal, working to increase • Comfort • Care money coming in — churches were being a steward of the Church and and enhance offertory collections, closed,” she explained. “The goal the need to balance what is needed and assisting in Capital Campaigns • Christianity • Compassion we must all have is to instill a sense to support the Church within the providing support to Parishes with of ownership for the faithful as they Diocese of Venice. While there are fundraising initiatives. n must answer the call of Jesus. That wealthy portions of the Diocese, Call Today! 260-438-8907 call is to be living stewards of the there are also very needy portions. Repollet can be reached at [email protected] Church.” “The Diocese of Venice is blessed [email protected]. or Noting that we all have a strong to have so much growth taking 941-441-1117. www.staciekreiger.com connection to the Church, Repol- place. However, we can’t count on A7 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018

Bishop Frank J. Dewane is seen with some of the Scouting Award recipients at a reception in the Epiphany Cathedral Parish hall in Venice. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) Scouting Awards presented; Diocese given top honors BoB Reddy tage Girls, Vietnamese Eucharistic to earn so many once she realized of the Florida Catholic staff Youth Society, and Fraternus par- that they were specifically related ticipated in the ceremony. to being Catholic. “It was a lot of Venice | Girls and boys from During a reception following work, but it was great to get closer throughout the Diocese of Ven- Mass, Bishop Frank J. Dewane to my dad who helped,” she said. ice participated in a Mass May presented approximately 250 American Heritage Girl Troop 6 at Epiphany Cathedral in Ven- awards to Scouts of all ages. The 1203 of St. Francis Xavier Parish in ice wearing the uniforms of their National Catholic Committee on Fort Myers, American Heritage Girl Scout troop. Scouting awards included: the Troop 1029 of Ave Maria Parish in Designated as “Scouting Sun- Rosary Series, the Marian Se- Ave Maria, and Boy Scout Troop day,” the Mass was followed by ries, the Faith Series, Footsteps of 2112 of Epiphany Cathedral in Ven- an award ceremony in the Parish American Saints, Modern Saints, ice each received the Quality Unit hall to celebrate and recognize the Light of Christ, Parvuli Dei, Ad Award. Additional adult awards girls and boys who commit them- Altare Dei, and Duty to God. included two St. Elizabeth Ann Se- selves to Scouting while remain- Awards from the National Fed- ton, one St. Anne, two Bronze Peli- ing true to the faith. Members of eration for Catholic Youth Min- cans, and one St. George. Scouts from across the Diocese are recognized during a Mass and the Boy Scouts, Cub Scouts, Girl istry included the Missio Patch. Bishop Dewane was also pre- awards ceremony at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice May 6. Scouts, Brownies, American Heri- Diocesan Scout awards included: sented with the Quality Diocese Child of God; Mother Mary; John Award, which is presented to a the Baptist; Queen of the Ro- Diocese for its commitment to sary; Family of God; Spirit Alive; supporting Catholic Scouting. The Priesthood Sunday; Scout Sun- Bishop said the award is a reflec- FIND A FAMOUS SHIRT day; Yom HaShoah; and Kristall- tion of the hard work and commit- nacht. The Vietnamese Eucha- ment of Scouts and Scout leaders ristic Youth Movement awards throughout the Diocese. AUCTION honor ribbons for each of four Recognizing the hard work and stages in the program including: commitment needed to earn the Seedling; Search; Companion; Catholic religious awards, Bishop ebay Keywords: and Knights of the Eucharist. Dewane congratulated each of the Long Sleeve Relief, famous shirts Each award requires the Scout to award recipients and all Scouts, take part in different activities to “because of your commitment, help increase their faith. perseverance and service. “I hope AUCTION ITEMS Emily Black, an American Heri- that as you continue to experience tage Girl from Troop FL 1203 of St. the many varied lessons of Scout- Francis Xavier Parish in Fort My- ing, you will also continue to grow ers, was presented with 17 national in your relationship with Jesus awards and two Diocesan awards. Christ and share that experience Being home-schooled allowed her with others.” n

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World Youth Day 2019. contact your local parish or love and mercy with those to volunteer for a few hours a DIOCESAN EVENTS Diocese is planning a group Diocesan school or visit www. incarcerated in any of the 23 week or a few hours a month trip to World Youth Day dioceseofvenice.org. Report all jails/prisons throughout the in all different areas of support Spanish 101 for the 2019 in Panama, Jan. 19-28, abuses against minors to the Diocese. No previous experience are welcome. 941-486-0233, workplace, Thursdays through 2019. Includes four-star hotel Florida Department of Children required; newcomers are paired [email protected]. June 7, 10:30 a.m., Institute of accommodations, nonstop flights and Families at 1-800-962-2873. with experienced volunteers. Catholic Studies and Formation, Our Mother’s House seeks and other perks. Registration To report abuse by Diocesan Contact Robert Hiniker: 863-558- 10222 S.W. Peace River St., volunteers for an on-site is now open. Contact your personnel or volunteers, call 0407, [email protected]. Lake Suzy. Goal is to provide child care center. Volunteers Parish youth director, DRE, the Diocesan Victims Assistance basic-level Spanish to leaders AFCAAM, a program are needed to work three-hour or Joshua Mazrin, Diocesan Coordinator Barbara DiCocco at who instruct Hispanic Catholics. of Catholic Charities, 3681 shifts, Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.- Evangelization Director, mazrin@ 941-416-6114. Course can be accessed by Michigan Ave., Fort Myers, needs 5:30 p.m. Our Mother’s House dioceseofvenice.org, 941-484- attending in person, by Skype, volunteers for reception desk. provides shelter and guidance 9543. or by watching recorded lessons. Requirements: personable, basic to single mothers and their http://institute-dov/Courses.html. “Witnessing Faith with COMMUNITY computer and copier knowledge, children, who would otherwise Bishop Dewane,” last Fridays, excellent phone skills, can lift be homeless. 941-894-2378. Novena of Masses for 8:30 a.m., on 1660 AM in Naples, EVENTS 25lbs. Strong preference for Life. Masses continue at Join the social justice and 1410 AM and 106.7 FM in bilingual (Spanish/English) various parishes throughout Summer STREAM camp, advocate network. The Fort Myers. Listen anywhere candidates. 30 hours: Monday- the Diocese on the 25th of June 4-July 27, Epiphany Diocesan Peace and Justice online at RelevantRadio.com. Wednesday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; each month through Christmas. Cathedral Catholic School, 316 Office invites you to become one Join Bishop Frank J. Dewane Thursday 11 a.m.-5 p.m.; Friday 9 Jeanne Berdeaux, 941-441-1101, Sarasota St., Venice. Sports, of it’s social justice advocates, for his monthly talks. You a.m.-noon. 239 461-0233. Berdeaux@dioceseofvenice. computers, Bible study, arts and who contact legislators when can also find them at http:// org; www.dioceseofvenice.org/ crafts, cooking, team activities, Catholic Charities Diocese notified by the Peace and Justice dioceseofvenice.org/our-bishop/ respectlife. music, dance, theater. Weekly of Venice Inc. annually serves Office. No fees or costs are bishop-frank-j-dewane/. about 40,000 people in need in involved. For more information: Adult education summer field trips. Full day: $150 per Young adult opportunities. the 10 counties of Southwest peace&justice@dioceseofvenice. courses available. The Institute week; half day: $100 per week. The Diocese of Venice offers Florida. The agency has 31 org, 941-484-9543. for Catholic Studies offers two Nicole Loseto, 941-488-2215, many opportunities for young service locations throughout summer courses online as part [email protected]. St. Martha’s Early Learning adults to build communities. the Diocese of Venice that offer of Deeper Water program for Networking lunch, June 27, Center in Sarasota is looking Through programs like Theology a variety of programs. Catholic adult education. Designed for 11:30 a.m., Brookdale Senior for volunteers to help the staff on Tap, intramural sports teams, Charities depends greatly those who want to explore Living, 7460 Lake Breeze Drive, with the day-to-day operations and Parish-organized social on volunteers and volunteer the faith but do not want a Fort Myers. Catholic Chamber of the preschool, assist certified events, there is something opportunities are always college-level course. Each class of Commerce invites all Catholic VPK teachers with reading and available for everyone available. For more information: is eight weeks long (May-June: business and ministries. Free. playing in the different working throughout the Diocese. Young [email protected], God’s Revelation”; July-Aug.: No membership required. areas. Contact Blair Gladding: adults (18-39) are encouraged www.catholiccharitiesdov.org, “Salvation History”). Cost: R.S.V.P.: 239-980-0921, toni@ 941-355-4680, ext. 307; to participate in these 941-488-5581. $200. Teacher will also provide floridacatholicchamber.org. [email protected]. opportunities to enrich their Disaster Amateur Radio opportunities for live questions Summer camp, June 4-Aug. faith and make friends: Network (DARN) of Catholic and interactions. Institute-dov. 3, 8 a.m.-4 p.m., weekdays, • Naples area, Theology on Charities seeks volunteers org, 941-766-7334. St. Charles Borromeo Catholic MASSES/PRAYER Tap, Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., first to provide emergency and Catechetics summer course, School, 21505 Augusta Ave., Tuesdays, St. John the Evangelist backup communications for SESSIONS Tuesdays, May 15-Aug. 14. Port Charlotte. STREAM Parish; second Tuesdays, St. disaster response teams in their Sponsored by the Institute for (science, technology, religion, Agnes Parish; third Tuesdays, St. community in the immediate First Friday Holy Hour Catholic Studies. Collegiate-level engineering, arts, math)-focused Peter the Apostle Parish; fourth aftermath of any type of Adoration with chant choir, online class titled “Catechetics: classes changed each week. Tuesdays, St. William Parish. disaster. All volunteers are 6-7 p.m., St. Peter the Apostle Before care and after care Handing on the faith in the licensed FCC amateur radio Parish, 5130 Rattlesnake • Lehigh Acres area, LOFT, available. Marie Tambasco, 941- world of today”; also serves as operators or agree to take Hammock Road, Naples. 239- third Mondays, 6 p.m., St. 625-553, marie_tambasco@stcbs. prerequisite for the master’s in the steps required to obtain a 774-3337. catechetics program. Cost: $600. Raphael Parish, 2514 Lee Blvd. org. 239-369-1831. license. Volunteers are needed Spanish prayer group, Institute-dov.org, 941-766-7334. Vacation Bible School, June “Oasis de Agua Viva,” Thursdays • Fort Myers area, “Rooted at in the 10 counties of the Diocese Ordination to the 11-15, 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m., St. 7-9 p.m., St. Jude Parish, 3930 St. John XXIII,” first Thursdays, and can serve from a fully priesthood, July 14, 11 a.m., Agnes Parish, 7775 Vanderbilt 17th St., Sarasota. Patty Vargas: 7:15 p.m. Kelly Evers, 239-561- equipped radio base station or Epiphany Cathedral, 350 Tampa Beach Road, Naples. For children 941-228-3431; or Pia Alvia: 941- 3022. be a member of the in-residence Ave. W., Venice. Transitional entering Pre-K4 to fifth grade. group and operate from their 773-0326. Legal help available for Deacon Shawn Roser will be www.stagnesnaples.org. home or personal vehicle using Novena of life to the needy. Cenacle Legal Services ordained by Bishop Frank J. Vacation Bible School, June their own gear. Radio base Sacred Heart of Jesus and the Inc. (CLS), a not-for-profit legal Dewane. All are welcome and 18-22, 9 a.m.-noon, Epiphany stations are in Venice, Sarasota, Immaculate Heart of Mary, aid organization, in partnership encouraged to attend. Cathedral School, 310 Sarasota Bradenton, Fort Myers, Naples, first Fridays after 11 a.m. Mass, with the Diocese of Venice, Project Rachel retreats St., Venice. Totally Catholic Arcadia, Port Charlotte and St. Joseph Parish, 3100 26th St. serves legal needs of its income- offer hope and healing “Shipwrecked: Rescued by Immokalee. Only one general W., Bradenton. Ada Feldman: eligible clients in South Sarasota after abortion. 239-719-7210, Jesus.” For kindergarten through meeting a year and network 941-755-3951. County without regard to project.rachel@dioceseofvenice. fifth grade. After-care available. meets on air once a month to creed, race, age, sex, disability, Tridentine Latin Mass, org. Video testimonials: www. epiphanycathedral.org. make sure all channels are loud ethnicity or status in the U.S. CLS Sundays, 8:30 a.m., St. Agnes dioceseofvenice.org/offices/ Vacation Bible School, and clear. Anyone interested can attorneys volunteer pro bono. Parish Chapel, 7775 Vanderbilt respect-life/post-abortion-help. June 25-29, St. Joseph Parish, contact Andy Durette, 508-641- To request an appointment: 941- Beach Road, Naples. Confession, Create a Catholic legacy 3100 26th St. W., Bradenton. 2074 or af_durette@hotmail. 244-0308, CenacleLegal@gmail. 30 minutes before Mass begins to support seminarian “Shipwrecked: Rescued by com. com. CLS offices are located at in chapel. 239-262-8127, education. A gift to the Jesus,” for PK3-fifth grade. 237 N. Nassau St., Venice. Follow Guadalupe Social Services [email protected]. Timothy Endowment Fund Half-day and full-day options on Facebook at Cenacle Legal of Catholic Charities seeks Tridentine Latin Mass, will help provide income to available. Michael John, 941-756- Services. individuals and groups who Sundays, 12:15 p.m. (2:15 p.m. train a record number of new 3732, [email protected] would like to help serve the Television Mass for the in season), Resurrection Parish, seminarians who will be future poor in Immokalee. Volunteer homebound in the northern 8121 Cypress Lake Drive, Fort priests for years to come. 941- opportunities include food portions of the Diocese, 9:30 Myers. 239-481-7171. 441-1124, ccf@dioceseofvenice. pantry distribution, daily and a.m. on the CW Network; in VOLUNTEERS Eucharistic Adoration, org. weekly administrative tasks, the southern portions of the Tuesdays, 8:30-11:30 a.m., except Training for workshop NEEDED monthly mailings, serving lunch Diocese, 10:30 a.m., on WFTX-TV holidays and holy days, St. leaders. Office of Marriage at the Casa Maria Soup Kitchen (FOX-4). Check your local listings Volunteers needed. Catholic Elizabeth Seton Parish, 5260 28th and Family is seeking married and more. Contact Program for channel information. Leaflet Charities Diocese of Venice Inc. Ave. S.W., Naples. 239-455-3900, couples willing to teach a Director Peggy Rodriguez: missals are available upon is looking for volunteers for ext. 201. one-day workshop up to three 239-657-6242, julian@ request by calling 941-484-9543 the Venetian Charity Ball event Eucharistic adoration, first times per year. Training will be catholiccharitiescc.org. and asking about the TV Mass committee in Fort Myers. Ball Fridays, 6 p.m., with chant choir, provided on basics of Theology or by writing: TV Mass, Diocese will be held Saturday, Feb. 3, at St. Vincent de Paul, Naples, St. Peter the Apostle Parish, 5130 of the Body and teachings of the of Venice, 1000 Pinebrook Road, Hyatt Regency Coconut Point needs volunteers. Meals-on- Rattlesnake Hammock Road, Catholic Church on marriage. Venice, FL 34285. Gail Ardy: 941- Resort, Bonita Springs. Volunteer Wheels delivers meals to the Naples. 239-774-3337. Stipend is paid to those couples homebound infirm and elderly. 486-4714, ardy@dioceseofvenice. committee members assist with Eucharistic adoration, who assist. Kim Elsmore, Carol: 239-775-0443. The thrift org. planning and organizing, and Fridays, 9 a.m.-9 p.m. (excluding [email protected]. stores in Naples and Bonita offer Safe Environment training. duties such as soliciting auction Good Friday); and Mondays, The Diocese of Venice will fun while working as cashier, As part of the Safe Environment items, selling raffle tickets, 9 a.m.-10 a.m. (Oct.-May), St. host the 2018 Florida Respect sorter or pricer. Naples store: Program, the Diocese of Venice and coordination and logistics. Frances X. Cabrini Parish, 12001 Life Conference Sept. 28-29, Greta, 239-775-2907; Bonita requires that all employees and Volunteers also needed for tasks 69th St. E., Parrish, 941-776-9097. at the Charlotte Harbor Event store: Michel, 239-992-1899. those volunteers who work the day before and day of the Eucharistic adoration, and Conference Center, Punta Our Lady of Perpetual with children and/or vulnerable event. [email protected]; 239- Fridays, noon-7 p.m., Epiphany Gorda. www.dioceseofvenice. Help Retreat Center, Venice, adults be fingerprinted and 337-4193, ext. 310. Cathedral Parish, 350 Tampa Ave. org/RLC2018, Berdeaux@ is looking for volunteer angels trained in Safe Environment. Prison ministry. Join a team W., Venice. Private prayer and dioceseofvenice.org, 941-374- to donate their time and talent For class times and locations, of volunteers who share God’s Benediction. 941-484-3505. 1068. to the center. 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Cindy Wooden insignificant number” of bishops, on which such eucharistic sharing Catholic News Service including seven who head dioces- would be acceptable. es, could not give their assent to the Visiting a Lutheran parish in VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis document. “These seven turned to Rome in November 2015, a Luther- asked the bishops of Germany to the Congregation for the Doctrine an woman married to a Catholic continue working together to find of the Faith, the Pontifical Council asked Pope Francis why she could broader consensus on guidelines for Promoting Christian Unity and not receive Communion when she for allowing a Protestant married the Pontifical Council for Legisla- went to Mass with her husband. to a Catholic to receive the Eucha- tive Texts.” The pope responded that he could rist. Pope Francis invited leaders of not issue a general rule on shared “Pope Francis appreciates the the bishops’ conference and some Communion, but the couple ecumenical commitment of the of the bishops opposed to the should pray, study and then act ac- German bishops and asks them guidelines to come to the Vatican cording to their consciences. to find, in a spirit of ecclesial com- for a discussion with officials from For the Catholic Church, he said, munion, a result as unanimously the three offices. “it is true that sharing (the Eucha- as possible,” the German bishops “Various points of view were rist) is saying that there are no dif- were told, according to a Vatican discussed; for example, how the ferences between us, that we have statement. question relates to the faith and to the same doctrine,” which the of- The pope had invited six Ger- pastoral care, its relevance for the German bishops celebrate Mass in the Cathedral of Trier, Germany, ficial Catholic-Lutheran dialogue man bishops and the general sec- universal Church and its juridical in this 2013 file photo. Pope Francis asked the bishops of Germany has yet to prove. “But I ask myself, retary of the bishops’ conference dimension,” the Vatican statement May 3 to continue working together to find broader consensus on ‘Don’t we have the same baptism?’ to Rome for a May 3 meeting with said, without providing further de- guidelines for allowing a Protestant married to a Catholic to receive And if we have the same baptism, top officials from the Congregation tails. Communion. (Thomas Frey, EPA | CNS) then we must walk together.” for the Doctrine of the Faith, the Cardinal Rainer Maria Woelki “Always refer to your baptism — Pontifical Council for Promoting of Cologne, one of the seven Ger- world. of Principles and Norms on Ecu- one faith, one baptism, one Lord, Christian Unity and the Pontifical man bishops who objected to the The text of the German guide- menism” said, the Catholic Church as St. Paul tells us — and take the Council for Legislative Texts. conference guidelines, partici- lines has not been made public, “recognizes that in certain circum- consequences from that,” the pope In February, the Vatican state- pated in the meeting at the Vatican but it is widely assumed to foresee stances, by way of exception, and told the woman. “Speak with the ment said, “more than three-quar- May 3. In his letter to the Vatican, situations in which a Lutheran under certain conditions, access Lord and move forward. I won’t say ters of the members” of the Ger- which prompted the meeting, he married to a Roman Catholic and to these sacraments may be per- anything more.” man bishops’ conference approved had asked whether the guidelines regularly attending Mass with the mitted, or even commended, for At the end of the evening, the a “pastoral handbook titled, ‘Walk- were not simply pastoral, but went Catholic spouse could receive the Christians of other churches and Lutheran community gave Pope ing with Christ — In the Footsteps to the heart of Catholic faith and Eucharist and not only on special ecclesial communities.” Francis an Advent wreath and of Unity: Mixed Marriages and practice, and whether the German occasions like the baptism or first At the urging of the council, Pope Francis gave the community Common Participation in the Eu- guidelines could have a wider im- Communion of their child. many bishops’ conferences around a gold chalice, similar to the chal- charist.’” pact on the question of eucharistic The council for Christian unity’s the world have published pastoral ices he gives when visiting Catholic However, the Vatican said, “a not hospitality in countries around the 1993 “Directory for the Application guidelines that list the occasions dioceses and parishes. n Survivors hope pope will act against ‘epidemic’ of abuse in the Church Junno Arocho Esteves leged that Bishop Juan Barros of tions against Father Karadima were have reported will be May 14-17. cal. The nuncio, the letter said, told Catholic News Service Osorno — then a priest — had credible. At a news conference after meet- Bishop Barros that two other bish- witnessed their abuse by his men- However, Hamilton continued, ing with priests of the Archdiocese ops connected to Father Karadima ROME | Three Chilean abuse tor, Father Fernando Karadima. In no action was taken until 2009, of Santiago April 19, Cardinal Ez- would be asked to do the same. survivors who met with Pope Fran- 2011, the Vatican sentenced Father when all three survivors gave a zati denied he had misinformed “The nuncio’s comment complicat- cis said his apology to them must be Karadima to a life of prayer and statement regarding Father Karadi- the pope on the abuse crisis, and he ed and blocked any eventual path accompanied by concrete actions, penance after finding him guilty of ma’s abuse during Hamilton’s mar- said those who have “committed a to offering a year’s sabbatical,” the not only against those who com- sexually abusing boys. riage annulment process, which very serious offense” must “recog- pope wrote without further clarifi- mit sexual abuse, but against those Briefing journalists on their was then sent to the Congregation nize it, repent and repair the wrong cation. who cover it up. “I have never seen meeting with the pope, the survi- for the Doctrine of the Faith. they have done.” The cardinal also Speaking with journalists on his someone be so contrite about what vors read a prepared statement say- “Cardinal Errazuriz was cover- called for Bishop Barros to step flight to Rome from Lima, Peru, in he was telling me,” Juan Carlos ing they recognized and appreciat- ing up Karadima’s crimes,” Hamil- aside “for the good of the people of January, Pope Francis said he was Cruz told journalists May 2. “I also ed “this gesture and the enormous ton said. In the eyes of a court and God and the Church.” convinced of Bishop Barros’ inno- felt that he was hurting, which for hospitality of these days.” the victims, “he is a real criminal, a Even before Bishop Barros’ ap- cence and refused to accept his res- me was very solemn. I don’t know “For almost 10 years we have man who was covering up the vile pointment, Church leaders had ignation when it was offered. what word to use because it’s not been treated as enemies because acts of Karadima.” expressed their reservations about “(Bishop Barros) came to Rome, often the pope really says sorry to we fight against sexual abuse and Cruz said he told the pope how him and other bishops associated and I said, ‘No. That’s not how it you and apologizes to you. He said, cover up in the Church,” the state- he was demonized by both Cardinal with Father Karadima. The Associ- works. Because that would be an ‘I was part of the problem, I caused ment said. “In these days we met Errazuriz and his successor, Car- ated Press Jan. 11 published what admission of guilt. In all cases, if this and I’m sorry.’” the friendly face of the Church, dinal Riccardo Ezzati, in a leaked it said was a letter from Pope Fran- there are guilty parties, an investi- Jose Andres Murillo, another of completely different from the one email between the two prelates. cis to members of the permanent gation has to be made.’ So, I refused the Chilean survivors, said, “All of we had seen before.” “I told him how these two men committee of the Chilean bishops’ his resignation,” the pope said. us had different experiences with All three sharply criticized the lacked respect toward a person, conference just three weeks after The pope’s appointment of Bish- the pope, and even if we saw the Chilean bishops for their role in which was known because they Bishop Barros’ appointment to Os- op Barros as head of the Diocese forgiveness the pope asked, we’re “misinforming the pope” on the did the same to Jimmy (Hamilton) orno was announced in 2015. The of Osorno in January 2015 sparked waiting for actions.” reality of sexual abuse. When asked and Jose (Murillo). They called me Vatican would not comment on the several protests — most notably at “We always said that we’re not whether they also received an apol- a ‘serpent,’ they called me every- letter. the bishop’s installation Mass. here to do public relations but for ogy from the bishops of Chile, Cruz thing. I told the Holy Father and he In it, Pope Francis thanked the Pope Francis said once protests actions,” Murillo said. “That’s what said, “Pope Francis asked forgive- said he was hurt,” Cruz said. committee members for expressing began after the appointment, Bish- I’m waiting for.” ness for himself and on behalf of In a letter released April 11, Pope their “concern” over the appoint- op Barros offered his resignation a Pope Francis had invited Cruz, the universal Church. The bishops Francis said he had been mistaken ment as well as for their “prudent second time. Murillo and James Hamilton to stay of Chile don’t know how to ask for in his assessment of the situation in and constructive” suggestions “I said, ‘No, you go (to Osorno),’” at the Domus Sanctae Marthae, the forgiveness.” Chile, and he begged the forgive- made to him in February 2014. the pope said. “The Barros investi- Vatican residence where he lives, Hamilton said that the former ness of the survivors and others he According to the letter, Arch- gation continued, but no evidence and to meet with him individually archbishop of Santiago, Cardinal offended. He invited the three sur- bishop Ivo Scapolo, the nuncio to emerged. That is all I wanted to April 27-29. They met him again as Francisco Javier Errazuriz Ossa, vivors to Rome and called all of the Chile, asked Bishop Barros to resign say. I cannot convict him, because I a group April 30. was told in 2005 by the diocesan Chilean bishops to the Vatican for a as military ordinary, the position have no evidence; but I am also con- The Chilean survivors have al- promotor of justice that the accusa- meeting, which numerous media he held then, and take a sabbati- vinced that he is innocent.” n A11 ADVERTISEMENT Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018 11626-0511 May 11-24, 2018 Florida Catholic FLORIDA NEWS A12 Speaker Paul Ryan Long-Sleeve Relief auction gives House delayed, new items received chaplain his job back staff report

CatholiC News serviCe said. “But I can’t say it. Some people ORLANDO | Florida Catholic’s say, ‘You’re there, why don’t you say online auction to benefit Florida’s WASHINGTON | Jesuit Father prophetic things?’ If I did, a week farmworkers has been delayed a Patrick Conroy, chaplain for the from now, there would be a differ- week. Originally the auction was U.S. House of Representatives who ent person here and nothing would to start May 6, but now it will start said he had been forced to resign, have changed.” May 13. It will run for 10 days and was reinstated to his post by House Some have speculated that a all proceeds will be donated to the Speaker Paul Ryan May 3. The priest prayer he said in November as law- Florida Farmworker Assocation. was reinstated after a letter he wrote makers considered the tax bill led to The postponement was due to a to Ryan, R-Wisconsin, became pub- his ouster. The prayer said: “May all last-minute item we received at the lic. In the letter, Father Conroy said members be mindful that the insti- Florida Catholic’s offices. he wished to retract his resignation tutions and structures of our great A generous Florida Catholic letter and continue working during nation guarantee the opportunities reader sent a concert T-shirt, cas- this Congress “and beyond.” that have allowed some to achieve sette tapes and a personal business Pictured are Solomon Burke cassettes, concert T-shirt and personal “I have never been disciplined, great success, while others con- card of Grammy award-winning business card. The eBay auction will start May 13. (FC PHOTO) nor reprimanded, nor have I ever tinue to struggle. May their efforts singer Solomon Burke. The reader heard a complaint about my minis- these days guarantee that there are was also Burke’s manager during During the 55 years that he per- from FOX 35. In addition, there try during my time as House Chap- not winners and losers under new his early career. Although the sing- formed professionally, Burke re- will be a Miami Dolphins football lain,” his letter said. He also men- tax laws, but benefits balanced and er did not wear the shirt himself, leased 38 studio albums on at least signed by Jordan Lucas. tioned displeasure that Ryan hadn’t shared by all Americans.” the items were personally sent to 17 record labels, and had 35 singles The items will be under the en- spoken to him directly but had his Via Twitter, fellow Jesuit Father the reader from the singer himself. that charted in the U.S., including tertainment memorabilia category chief of staff ask for his resignation. James Martin, editor at large of A lucky reader could own a piece of 26 singles that made the Billboard on the eBay auction site. When In a statement, Ryan said his America, the Jesuits’ national maga- 1960’s soul music history. R&B charts. In 2001, Burke was in- the auction is live, we will post the original decision was made with zine, said if that prayer is what led to Burke was an American preach- ducted into the Rock and Roll Hall links on our Facebook and Twitter what he thought was in the best in- the firing, “then a Catholic Speaker er and singer who shaped the of Fame as a performer. His album accounts: facebook.com/Florida- terest of the House, but he now de- of the House fired a Catholic chap- sound of rhythm and blues as one “Don’t Give Up on Me” won the Catholic and @FloridaCatholic. cided that “a protracted fight over lain for praying for the poor.” of the founding fathers of soul mu- Grammy Award for Best Contem- Although staff of the Florida such an important post” would not On April 27, House Democratic sic in the 1960s. He has been called porary Blues Album at the 45th Catholic were hoping to auction be good for the body and so he ac- Caucus Chairman Joseph Crowley a “a key transitional figure bridging Grammy Awards in 2003. By 2005 off dozens and dozens of famous cepted the priest’s letter and decid- proposed establishing a committee R&B and soul.” Burke was credited with selling shirts, they are grateful to the gener- ed he could remain in his position. to look into the ouster, but House Re- He had a string of hits including 17 million albums. Rolling Stone ous people who donated the shirts Ryan, who is Catholic, is expected publicans overwhelmingly voted to “Cry to Me,” “If You Need Me,” “Got ranked Burke as No. 89 on its 2008 off their back for a great cause. to meet with Father Conroy May 8 kill the resolution. Outrage, howev- to Get You Off My Mind,” “Down in list of “100 Greatest Singers of All “It’s always interesting to embark when the House is back in session. er, continued on Twitter and beyond the Valley” and “Everybody Needs Time.” He died in 2010. on something new like this auc- House Minority Leader Nancy trying to save the chaplain’s job. 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Trump signs order to give faith AUCTION ITEMS groups stronger voice in government WASHINGTON | In front of a assured by the president that their small crowd of cabinet members religious freedom would continue and religious leaders at the White to be protected by the federal gov- House Rose Garden May 3, Presi- ernment. A White House document dent Donald Trump announced, posted online after the order was and then signed, an executive order signed said its purpose was to ensure giving faith-based groups a stronger that faith-based and community or- voice in the federal government. “It’s ganizations “have strong advocates” Greg Fox, Amy Kaufeldt, Solomon Burke, Miami Dolphins a great day,” he said after signing the in the White House and the fed- Shirt, WESH News Shirt, Fox 35 Shirt, Grammy-award Football Autographed order and passing out pens to reli- eral government. It said the “White winning Blues Singer by Jordan Lucas gious leaders who surrounded him House Faith and Opportunity Ini- outside on the spring morning for tiative” would provide recommen- the National Day of Prayer event. No dations on programs and policies details about the order were given at where faith-based and community the ceremony, but religious leaders organizations could partner with were reminded of the work they do the government to “deliver more ef- FLORIDACatholic in caring for those in need and were fective solutions to poverty.” n A13 QUICK READS Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018

NATION Diocese’s parishes to concerns on a “lack of adequate mains unclear. The motion is not “I pray to the Lord that the hopes for prenatal and health care, reports binding. The motion received all- a future of peace and more brotherly drop from 188 to 57 of medical negligence, and unsafe, party support in a May 1 vote, 269- friendship will not be disappointed Nun believed PITTSBURGH | After three years stressful conditions for mother and 10. Canadian Prime Minister Justin and that the collaboration may con- of discussions, Pittsburgh Bishop baby,” saying that the detention pol- Trudeau already invited Pope Fran- tinue bringing good fruits for the be- killed by nephew David A. Zubik said the 188 parishes icy was not pro-life. About 250 faith cis to Canada to issue a papal apolo- loved Korean people and the whole BALTIMORE | Sister Angela of the diocese will be placed into 57 leaders representing numerous faith gy as called for in the 2015 Truth and world,” the pope said. Noting that Miller, a member of the Sisters, Ser- groupings that will eventually be- groups sent a letter outlining their Reconciliation Commission report. May is a month the Catholic Church vants of the Immaculate Heart of come new parishes. Bishop Zubik objections April 30 to Immigra- Pope Francis has also received invi- dedicates to Mary in a special way, Mary, is believed to have been mur- announced the plan April 28 during tion and Customs Enforcement of- tations from individual bishops. But Pope Francis told the crowd gath- dered by her nephew on or before he a media conference, saying the ef- ficials. Representing the Interfaith in a March 27 letter released by the ered in St. Peter’s Square that he set fire April 28 to the nun’s home fort was designed to promote vibrant Immigration Coalition, the leaders Canadian bishops’ conference to would begin the month with a visit in West Scranton, Pennsylvania, faith and revitalize parishes. The expressed “shock and outrage about the indigenous peoples of Canada, to Rome’s Shrine of Divine Love and authorities said. Rosemary Smith, announcement detailed the maxi- the ICE’s decision to eliminate the Bishop Lionel Gendron, president of lead a recitation of the rosary there. Sister Angela’s sister and the mother mum number of weekend Masses presumption of release for pregnant the Canadian Conference of Catho- of Alan Smith, was shot in the head per grouping and timelines for each women from immigrant detention, lic Bishops, said a papal visit was Pope mourns and murdered by her son before he grouping to work toward mergers except in extraordinary circum- not imminent and the pope “felt he set the fire, according to a May 1 re- and clergy assignments. The move stances” in an April 30 statement. could not personally respond” to the toddler’s death port in The Times-Tribune in Scran- to groupings — part of a diocesan ICE officials in March announced Truth and Reconciliation Commis- LIVERPOOL, England | Pope ton. Alan Smith died in the blaze planning initiative called On Mis- that more than 500 pregnant wom- sion request to apologize in Canada. Francis said he was mourning the and officials ruled the death a sui- sion for The Church Alive! — were en had been detained under a policy An earlier version of the motion had death of English toddler Alfie Ev- cide. The Smiths lived on one side of to take effect Oct. 15. No church finalized in December that directed put the onus on Canada’s bishops to ans, who died four days after doc- a duplex home, while Sister Angela closings are part of the plan’s first agents to detain pregnant immi- bring the pope to Canada. But after tors withdrew his life support sys- lived on the other, the newspaper phase. The groupings are expected grant women who, under President one member objected to the govern- tem. The 23-month-old boy died reported. Investigators searched the to merge into new parishes between Barack Obama’s administration, ment interference in Church affairs, at about 2:30 a.m. April 28 after his home for Sister Angela’s body, but 2020 and 2023, however. “No mat- were to be released if they landed in a new motion was drafted to bypass father, Tom Evans, spent 10 minutes failed to find it. They suspect that ter how the Church is structured, it the custody of immigration officials. the bishops and take the matter di- trying to revive him by mouth-to- Sister Angela was murdered by Alan is the responsibility of all the faith- The policy is part of a government rectly to the Vatican. mouth resuscitation, according to Smith sometime before he set the ful — bishops and priests included crackdown on people in the United reports in the British media. Tom fire. A search for her body was con- — to make faith, hope and love re- States illegally since President Don- Cardinal ordered Evans, a Catholic, announced the tinuing May 2 after police identified main alive in the world around us,” ald Trump took office in January death of his son on Facebook later what they believe could be blood in he said in announcing the plan, the 2017. to stand trial that day with words: “My gladiator the trunk of Rosemary Smith’s car, result of meetings and discernment MELBOURNE, Australia | After lay down his shield and gained his The Times-Tribune reported. that began in 2015. a monthlong pre-trial hearing, an wings at 02:30 … absolutely heart- WORLD Australian judge ordered Cardinal broken … I LOVE YOU MY GUY.” Al- School removes Parish assets George Pell to stand trial on multiple fie’s mother, Kate James, wrote: “Out Few at border will charges of sexual abuse of minors, baby boy grew his wings tonight at Cosby name separate from charges the cardinal consistently 2:30 a.m. We are heartbroken.” Soon BALTIMORE | St. Frances Acad- archdiocese have claims accepted has denied. While dropping some afterward, Pope Francis, who had emy in Baltimore has removed the MEXICO CITY | The first mem- of the charges, including what Car- met Tom Evans at the Vatican April name of its “Drs. Camille and Bill MINNEAPOLIS | A federal ap- bers of the Central American cara- dinal Pell’s lawyer described as the 18, tweeted: “I am deeply moved by Cosby Community Center” after peals court upheld two lower court van of migrants have been allowed most “vile,” Magistrate Belinda Wal- the death of little Alfie. Today I pray Bill Cosby was convicted April 26 on rulings that the assets of Catholic to make asylum claims, but a Scal- lington announced May 1 that she especially for his parents, as God the three counts of aggravated indecent institutions, including parishes, abrinian priest said “very, very few” believed there was enough evidence Father receives him in his tender assault for drugging and sexually are separate from those of the have their applications accepted. presented in connection with about embrace.” assaulting a woman. The letters on Archdiocese of St. Paul and Min- Some 20 members of the caravan, half the original charges to warrant the building came down the same neapolis and that they cannot be which traveled across Mexico and a full trial. The Melbourne court did Watchdog reports day. “We removed the name imme- consolidated with archdiocesan arrived in Tijuana on the U.S. bor- not publish a complete list of the diately,” Deacon B. Curtis Turner, assets in its Chapter 11 bankruptcy. der in late April, were forced to wait allegations, but news reports indi- ongoing progress principal, said. “We felt it was the The April 26 ruling came from the overnight by U.S. Customs and Bor- cated they involved alleged sexual VATICAN CITY | The Vatican’s right thing to do, given the convic- 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals. der Protection, which said it lacked offenses committed in the 1970s at a financial watchdog agency has re- tion.” The decision came from con- Thomas Abood, chairman of the to capacity to process them. Scal- pool in Ballarat, where then-Father ported continued progress in over- versations with the board of direc- archdiocese’s Reorganization Task abrinian Father Pat Murphy, who Pell was a priest, and at St Patrick’s sight, reporting and cooperation tors and the Oblate Sisters of Provi- Force, welcomed the ruling April directs a migrant shelter in Tijuana, Cathedral in Melbourne in the 1990s in its efforts to prevent suspected dence, who operate the school, Dea- 30. “We are pleased that the 8th Cir- said the port of entry has seen many when he was archbishop of Mel- money laundering and the financ- con Turner said. The administrator cuit Court of Appeals has rejected a asylum seekers of late, but noted bourne. The 76-year-old Cardinal ing of terrorism. In its annual report noted that the Cosbys were origi- meritless legal argument by claim- that U.S. officials “knew this was Pell, head of the Vatican Secretariat for 2017, the Financial Intelligence nally honored in 2012 in recognition ants’ counsel that has been directly coming, so I’m not sure what hap- for the Economy, took a leave of ab- Authority (AIF) confirmed a “robust of the strong support of St. Frances responsible for delaying the resolu- pened. Those that are in the cara- sence from his position in the sum- reporting system and an effective Academy from Camille Cosby, who tion of the archdiocesan bankruptcy van, 75 percent of them won’t be mer of 2017 to face the charges. His application of the regulatory frame- was educated by the Oblate Sisters and has given rise to the erroneous accepted,” he added. “That’s been lawyer told the court May 1 that he work of the Holy See and the Vatican at her parish elementary school in claim — now rejected for the third the number over the years.” The an- had already surrendered his pass- City State.” The agency, which over- Washington. Her husband’s name time in this litigation — that the nual Stations of the Cross Caravan port. A date for the jury trial could sees transactions made through was added as a courtesy, Deacon archdiocese has undisclosed assets is organized around every Easter to be announced as early as May 2. the Vatican bank, also continued a Turner said. which it has not made available to its move Central American migrants “pro-active approach to cooperate creditors in its bankruptcy,” Abood from Mexico’s southern border with Pray rosary for and exchange information with its said in a statement. “I hope all abuse Guatemala to the U.S. border. The foreign counterparts to fight illicit survivors, reassured by the court’s caravan is designed to help the mi- peace in May financial activities,” it said in its re- decision, will soon be able to choose grants travel safely through Mexico, VATICAN CITY | Pope Fran- port, released to the public April 27. the path of settlement and closure which has become treacherous for cis prayed that the hopes for peace However, as the agency continues on this aspect of their quest for jus- those without the proper papers. strengthened by the meeting of the to hand over reports of suspicious tice and healing,” he said. leaders of North and South Korea activity to the required authorities, Canadian House will not be dashed, and he urged very few cases have led to indict- Detention of Catholics during the month of May ments and prosecutions by the of- wants an apology to pray the rosary for peace. North fice of the promoter of justice at pregnant women OTTAWA, Ontario | In a rare Korean leader Kim Jong Un and the Vatican City State’s tribunal. Of WASHINGTON | A coalition of show of unanimity, the House of South Korean President Moon Jae-in reports it has sent to the Vatican tri- groups objected to the detention of Commons overwhelmingly sup- made a “courageous commitment” bunal over the years, there was one pregnant women by U.S. immigra- ported a motion to call on Pope April 27 to ongoing dialogue to “successful prosecution of serious tion officials, saying that they are Francis to apologize on Canadian achieve “a Korean peninsula free of criminal offenses” in 2017, it said, deeply concerned “about deten- soil for abuses that occurred at nuclear weapons,” Pope Francis said referring to the trial of Giuseppe tion conditions.” Representatives Church-run residential schools. April 29 after leading some 30,000 Profiti, the former president of the of the organizations focused their What happens next, however, re- people in praying the “Regina Coeli.” Vatican-owned pediatric hospital. May 11-24, 2018 Florida Catholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS A14 Lay Catholics plan more protests in Congo

Godfrey Olukya fice, alongside an opposition head April 8 in the latest attack on the Catholic News Service of government, pending elections Catholic Church in Congo. Church- by the end of 2017. However, in No- es, convents and Catholic schools ARU, Congo | Catholics in Con- vember, Congo’s Electoral Commis- have been vandalized or looted by go are planning more large-scale, sion said the ballot would be post- armed groups. peaceful demonstrations across the poned until Dec. 23, 2018. Father Etienne Nsengiunva was country to protest President Joseph At least five people died and 120 murdered three days after Father Kabila’s refusal to leave power. people were detained when securi- Celestin Ngango of St. Paul Karam- “Let’s stay together, ready to face ty forces attacked Catholic protest- bi Parish, abducted on Easter, was the worst, to snatch the best,” the ers Dec. 31 in Kinshasa. Since then, found, unharmed, by villagers. Church’s lay coordination commit- 16 people have been killed in three Father Ngango was the sixth tee said in a May 1 statement after protest marches. priest abducted in the eastern Con- a two-day meeting in the capital, Public rallies have been banned go since 2012 and one of the few ab- Kinshasa. since September 2016, when doz- ductees in the region to be released. Noting the “uncertainty of the ens of demonstrators were killed. Civilians in eastern Congo have electoral calendar,” the committee Opposition leaders are still in jail or been brutalized by militias, reb- said it fears another postponement exile and other conditions of a bro- els and military units. Thousands of elections or “a mockery” of a poll kered agreement have not yet been of women have been raped by the that has no “guarantee of transpar- Protestors attempt to leave the safe heaven of a church during met, the Church committee’s state- armed groups. ency and credibility” and is “with- violent protests late January in Kinshasa, Congo. Catholics in Congo ment said. Concerns over electoral An estimated 100 militias — lo- out political restraint measures.” are planning more large-scale, peaceful demonstrations across the irregularities include mismanage- cal and those armed by foreign The Catholic Church makes up country. (Robert Carrubba, EPA | CNS) ment of funds for the upcoming powers — are believed to operate in around half the 67.5 million inhab- poll, it said. the region, which experienced vio- itants of Congo, and the bishops since his second and final term ex- Later, a Church-brokered accord A priest in Kitchanga was shot lence and instability for nearly two have pressed Kabila to step down pired in December 2016. allowed the president to stay in of- dead shortly after celebrating Mass decades. n Nigerian bishops say President Muhamadu Buhari should resign if he can’t stop the country’s violence

Peter Ajayi Dada They said the unrestrained may- ourselves.” Catholic News Service hem had become a metaphor for The priests could have fled, the the untimely deaths that had now bishops said, but, true to their voca- LAGOS, Nigeria | Nigeria’s bish- become the fate of many of Nigerian tion, they remained to continue to ops condemned repeated killings citizens. serve their people right unto death. of innocent Nigerians by suspected “That our two priests, Father Jo- “We are sad. We are angry. We feel ethnic militias in northeastern Ni- seph Gor and Father Felix Tyolaha, totally exposed and most vulner- geria and said President Muham- along with their parishioners were able. Faced with these dark clouds madu Buhari should resign if he waylaid in the course of the cel- of fear and anxiety, our people are could not keep the country safe. ebration of the holy Mass early in daily being told by some to defend Asking, “when will this barba- the morning suggests very clearly themselves,” the bishops said, not- rism end?” the bishops condemned that their murder was carefully ing that most people had no weap- the murder of two priests and their planned,” the bishops said. Nine- ons to defend themselves. parishioners during the celebra- teen people were killed in the attack. “How can the federal govern- tion of Mass at St. Ignatius Catho- They said recent events showed ment stand back while its security lic Church, Ayer Mbalom, April Nigerians no longer could trust Bu- agencies deliberately turn a blind 24. Attackers also burned about 50 hari. They mentioned the repeated eye to the cries and wails of helpless houses, nearly destroying the small calls from them and many other Ni- and (unarmed) citizens who remain community. gerians, asking the president to take sitting ducks in their homes, farms, A woman carries a child through a camp in the state of Benue, Nigeria, It was the latest in a string of vio- drastic and urgent steps to reverse highway and now, even in their sa- April 11. The Catholic Diocese of Makurdi and others condemned lent incidents involving nomadic the violence. cred places of worship?” the killings of two priests and 17 parishioners of St. Ignatius Catholic herdsmen and farmers, violence “It is clear to the nation that he The bishops recalled that during Church in the state. (AFOLABI SOTUNDE, REUTERS | CNS) linked to grazing rights and dwin- has failed in his primary duty of a Feb. 8 courtesy visit to Buhari, they dling fertile land. Benue state, where protecting the lives of the Nigerian expressed alarm about security in its own citizens,” they said. “Nigeria can return to normal the incident occurred, has seen citizens,” the bishops said. the nation. “We are sad and fear that the times if we put our heads together nearly 50 such attacks in the last “Whether this failure is due to his “Since then, the bloodletting and clock is ticking. The bomb must be with sincerity,” they said, offering three years. inability to perform or lack of politi- the destruction of homes as well as defused quickly before it explodes,” prayers for the victims and for peace The bishops issued their state- cal will, it is time for him to choose farmlands have increased in inten- they said. in the country. n ment from Rome, where they were the part of honor and consider step- sity and brutality,” they said. “Now making a regularly scheduled visit ping aside to save the nation from our churches have been desecrated to the Vatican, and said they re- total collapse,” they said. and our people murdered on their ceived the news of the “ gruesome, Often, the violence is character- altars.” grisly and dastardly murder” with ized as a revenge attack, but the They said they had consistently LEWIS “deep shock, sorrow and utter hor- bishops asked, “Whom have these advised their people to remain & COMPANY ror.” priests attacked?” peaceful and law-abiding, but they “These innocent souls met their They cited a Jan. 3 tweet from Fa- felt “violated and betrayed in a na- untimely death in the hands of a ther Gor, in which he referred to the tion that we have all continued to wicked and inhuman gang of the Fulani herdsman, a primarily no- sacrifice and pray for.” rampaging and murderous terror- madic group. 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The theologians said a synodal WASHINGTON | Catholic lead- flag while sitting on the | The Catholic attitude and way of being Church ers were angered and disappointed VATICAN CITY border fence Church needs to seek the input, flowed naturally from the Second by the Trump administration’s May between commitment and talents of all of Vatican Council’s descrip tion of 4 decision to end Temporary Pro- Mexico and its members if it is to be truly cath- the Church as a communion and tected Status, popularly known as the United olic and to evangelize effectively, its emphasis on the responsibility TPS, to more than 57,000 Hondu- States in said a new document from the of all Catholics for the Church’s life rans living in the United States. Tijuana, International Theological Com- and mission, although each per- Hondurans who arrived in the Mexico. mission. son has been given different gifts United States after their country (REUTERS Pope Francis has called for the and roles by the Holy Spirit. was devastated by Hurricane Mitch | CNS) Church to be “synodal,” which While synodality is based on in 1998 now have until Jan. 5, 2020, does not just mean holding regu- the baptismal gifts and responsi- to return home. rector of the Catholic Legal Immi- Honduras has been plagued by a lar meetings of the world Synod bilities of each Catholic, the docu- “The administration’s decision gration Network, said the Trump housing deficit of 1.1 million homes, of Bishops, but constantly finding ment said, it is not a call for some to end TPS for Honduras is unten- administration attempted to paint lack of access to safe drinking water ways to live and work in the world form of a Catholic parliament. The able. Returning tens of thousands a picture that it had “no choice but that affects 638,000 people and a with a greater sense of the value pope and the bishops, assisted by of people to a country with a stag- to terminate TPS,” suggesting that food shortage that leaves 25 percent of the prayers, experience and their priests, still retain their de- gering unemployment rate, high past administrations that extended of the country’s children under age advice of everyone in the Church cision-making authority. But “the rates of violence, and few available the protected status for Hondurans 5 chronically hungry. — including laypeople, the docu- participation of the lay faithful is resources to support them could had not properly applied the law. Mercy Sister Patricia McDer- ment said. essential,” the document said. quickly become a tipping point for “To the contrary, it is the Trump mott, president of the Sisters of Mer- “Synodality in the Life and Mis- Any process of Church dis- communities,” said Conor Walsh, administration’s action that dis- cy of the Americas, was similarly sion of the Church” was published cernment, the theologians wrote, the country representative in Hon- regards the law and the intent of disappointed with the decision an- in early May with the approval of should begin with a consultation duras for Catholic Relief Services. Congress in creating TPS in the first nounced May 4 by Kirstjen Nielsen, Archbishop Luis Ladaria, prefect of the laity and for that to be effec- He said those who are forced to place to safeguard human lives,” the U.S. Secretary of Homeland Se- of the Congregation for the Doc- tive, laymen and laywomen must return will be separated from fam- she said. curity. “Many of these individuals trine of the Faith, and the autho- be given more opportunities for ily and could be targeted by gangs Catholic Legal Immigration have been in the U.S. for 20 years, rization of Pope Francis. education in the faith and more for extortion. “This decision, as well officials have been urging the raising families and creating vi- The International Theological spaces in the Church where they as previous determinations made Trump administration to grant an brant communities. Forcing their Commission is a board of theolo- can learn to express themselves. for El Salvador and Haiti, will un- 18-month extension of Temporary return to a country that is wracked gians, appointed by the pope, who Greater effectiveness also re- dermine ongoing efforts to address Protected Status to Hondurans by endemic violence and poverty advise the doctrinal congregation. quires overcoming “a clerical the root causes of migration and based on the ongoing humanitari- will put their lives in danger, sepa- The new document explored mentality that risks keeping them violence, and in doing so, lead to an crisis. The group notes that amid rate families, and have devastat- Pope Francis’ frequent calls for the at the margins of Church life,” the more,” he added. efforts to recover from the hurri- ing effects on communities both in Church to be “synodal” or charac- document said. n Jeanne Atkinson, executive di- cane and other natural disasters, Honduras and the United States.” n

COMMMENTARY Cowboys, infertility and deeper moral questions Most people still remember the discovered that her biological father himself. of California at Irvine who ran a contrary to the parental obligations story of Nadya Suleman, dubbed was actually a fertility specialist There was also the troubling sto- campus fertility clinic during the assumed by spouses when they “Octomom,” a single woman who who had once treated her mother. ry of Dr. Cecil Jacobson of Fairfax 1990s. They were accused of fertil- marry. used in vitro fertilization to be- Without her mother’s knowledge or County, Virginia. He was accused izing eggs they had harvested from The natural exclusivity intend- come pregnant with eight babies si- consent, the specialist had used his of a “purposeful pattern of deceit” women and implanting the result- ed in parenthood is meant to af- multaneously. Suleman own sperm to impreg- during the 1980s when he fathered ing embryos into unrelated women, ford protection, security about our had asked her fertility nate her, while falsely up to 75 children using his own as well as selling some of the em- origins. In the headlong rush to specialist, Dr. Michael claiming he was using a sperm for artificial insemination bryos to scientists and researchers. achieve a pregnancy at any price, Kamrava, to implant at mixture of sperm from with his female patients. He was Dozens of women and couples filed many couples, regrettably, are al- least a dozen embryos her husband (who had eventually sentenced to five years lawsuits against the doctors and the lowing hawkish businessmen to into her uterus, leading low sperm count) and a in prison and had his medical li- university. manipulate their sex cells, create to the birth of the fa- donor who was supposed cense revoked. One of the reasons these acts of their children in glassware, store mous octuplets in 2009. to have been an anony- Another notorious episode relied deception by fertility specialists are them in frozen orphanages, and Dr. Kamrava’s medical mous university student on DNA testing and other evidence so offensive to us is that we realize even discard them like medical license was later revoked with features similar to gathered by police in Brazil. They how the procreation of our own waste. by the California Medi- her husband. discovered that many of the 8,000 children is meant to involve a strict The fallout of these decisions cal Board. In comment- Another infamous babies born after IVF treatments at exclusivity between husband and should reignite our natural moral ing on the case, Judith OPINION case involved Bertold the clinic of Dr. Roger Abdelmassih wife. Whenever we violate that ex- sensibilities and point us back in Alvarado, Deputy Attor- Wiesner who, back in in Sao Paulo were not genetically re- clusivity by hiring outsiders to pro- the direction of the Creator’s plan ney General in Califor- Father Tad the 1940s, established a lated to the couples who were rais- duce our offspring in clinics, or en- for human procreation. Our chil- nia, concluded that Dr. Pacholczyk fertility clinic in London ing them. Authorities believe that gage strangers to provide their sex dren are truly safeguarded in the Kamrava had acted “like to help women strug- Abdelmassih misled many of his cells for these procedures, unthink- dignity of their origins when they a cowboy” in ignoring gling to conceive. His clients during the 1990s and early able outcomes become possible. are brought into the world exclu- fertility industry guidelines. clinic supposedly relied on a small 2000s, and impregnated them with The plethora of these cases also sively within the marital embrace When it comes to the “wild west” number of highly intelligent men to embryos formed from other peo- reminds us how many of the cava- of husband and wife. Turning to the of infertility — a field of medicine serve as sperm donors for artificial ple’s eggs and sperm, in a bid to im- lier approaches to human procre- lawlessness of modern day fertility with little oversight and unbridled insemination, with more than 1,500 prove his clinic’s statistics for suc- ation being promoted by the fertil- “cowboys,” meanwhile, is a quick profit margins — there are a lot of babies being born. More than 70 cessful implantations and births. ity industry are unethical at their study for violation and heartache. n cowboys out there. years later, based on DNA testing of Yet another nefarious incident core. We are witnessing an unprec- Recently there was the case of people who had been conceived at involved Doctors Ricardo Asch, edented burgeoning of laboratory Father Pacholczyk, Ph.D., is a priest Kelli Rowlette who, after having her the clinic, it turned out that as many Jose Bulmaceda and Sergio Stone, techniques for manufacturing hu- and serves as the director of educa- own DNA analyzed in 2017 through as 600 of the babies born may have three fertility specialists and fac- man life, many of which are deeply tion at the National Catholic Bioeth- a genealogy website, shockingly relied on sperm from Mr. Wiesner ulty members at the University antagonistic to human dignity and ics Center (www.ncbcenter.org). May 11-24, 2018 Florida Catholic SUNDAY WORD and SCRIPTURE A16

NOTHING Scripture BUT readings

FLOWERS Friday, May 11 Acts 18:9-18; Ps 47:2-7; Jn 16:20-23a

A worker picks Saturday May 12 flowers in Carlsbad, Acts 18:23-28; Ps 47:2-3, 8-10; Calif., April 26. Jn 16:23b-28 (MIKE BLAKE, REUTERS | CNS) Sunday, May 13 Ascension of the Lord Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17-23 or Eph 4:1-13 or 4:1-7, 11-13; Mk 16:15-20

Monday, May 14 St. Matthias, apostle Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; Ps 113:1-8; Jn 15:9-17

Where are we going? Playing with fire Tuesday, May 15 Acts 20:17-27; Ps 68:10-11, 20-21; Sunday, May 13 on where Jesus vanishes. The Sunday, May 20 truly need to hear about this Spirit, Jn 17:1-11a Ascension of the Lord whole post-resurrection life of Je- Pentecost Sunday this Risen Christ, this compassion- Acts 1:1-11; Ps 47:2-3, 6-9; Eph 1:17-23 or sus, as well as our liturgical reflec- Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104:1ab, 24ac, 29bc-30, 31, ate Father in languages and with Wednesday, May 16 Eph 4:1-13 or 4:1-7, 11-13; Mk 16:15-20 tions these past six weeks of Easter, 34; 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13 or Gal 5:16-25; meanings they can grasp. Acts 20:28-38; Ps 68:29-30, 33-36b; have been focused with laser-like Jn 20:19-23 or Jn 15:26-27; 16:12-15 We will proclaim at our Pente- Jn 17:11b-19 As we try to wrap our heads precision on preparing disciples cost liturgies, along with the psalm- and hearts around the Ascension, for mission. In other words, “You play with fire, you ist, “Lord send out your Spirit and Thursday, May 17 I can’t help but recall the question preparing them for where get burned.” True, but it renew the face of the earth.” But as posed by my former Scripture pro- they go after Jesus goes. doesn’t make fire any less I have often said and believed: Pen- Acts 22:30; 23:6-11; Ps 16:1-2a, 5, 7-11; fessor, Dianne Bergant, in her own I believe the festival we fascinating. Watching as tecost costs, and herein lies the rub. Jn 17:20-26 meditation on this festival: “Where celebrate today is asking flames of fire engage in As the Letter to the Galatians un- did Jesus go?” the same of us: Where are their mysterious dance, derscores in very clear and practi- Friday, May 18 Our first response might sim- we going as witnesses to the who hasn’t felt mesmer- cal language, a life infused with the Acts 25:13b-21; Ps 103:1-2, 11-12, 19-20b; ply be to repeat what the Scripture Resurrection, to the power ized, almost wanting to Holy Spirit, individually and corpo- Jn 21:15-19 texts seem to indicate: up! The Acts of the risen Christ to trans- become the flame with all rately, cannot be business as usual. of the Apostles declare: “As they form our lives and the life of its heat and vitality and The fruit of the Spirit is opposed to Saturday, May 19 Sunday were looking on, he was lifted up the world? Word energy? And just before the fruit of the flesh, and Galatians Acts 28:16-20, 30-31; Ps 11:4-5, 7; and a cloud took him from their While the question we want to leap into the provides us with a potent examina- Jn 21:20-25 sight.” The evangelist Mark re- “Where exactly did Jesus Father middle of it, those words, tion of conscience. ports: “The Lord Jesus was taken go?” is a fascinating one, buried long ago with other As Jesus tells his disciples in the Sunday, May 20 up into heaven and took his seat the more engaging ques- Ben childhood memories, grab Gospel of John, “I have much more at the right hand of God.” Up, up tion prompted by the feast of Berinti us by the throat: “You play to tell you, but you cannot bear it Pentecost Sunday and away! But what can this mean the Ascension seems to be: with fire, you get burned.” now.” And this is most often the Acts 2:1-11; Ps 104:1ab, 24ac, 29bc-30, 31, when we continue to speak of, “Where are we going (or not And so, being the sensible case. The Lord has so much to reveal 34; 1 Cor 12:3b-7, 12-13 or Gal 5:16-25; celebrate, and more importantly going) as people born of water and people we are, we back off. to us, so many gifts to empower our Jn 20:19-23 or Jn 15:26-27; 16:12-15 experience the living presence of the Spirit?” Just as many languages were daily living, multiple ways of show- Christ in our midst — primarily in Sometimes we are like those spoken in the aftermath of the Holy ing up throughout our ordinary rou- Monday, May 21 word and sacrament, but also in all heaven-gazers, looking up and Spirit’s explosive descent, so too the tines, as well as challenges to make Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of the the whispering-wind kinds of ways down and around and behind Church offers multiple Scripture this life so much more invigorating Church Jesus makes himself known to us? and beside us, hoping that some- options for the feast of Pentecost. In than perhaps we often find it. But Gn 3:9-15, 20; Ps 87:1-3, 5-7; Jn 19:25-34 Yes, there is something about one else will take the lead in wit- this reflection I’ll be favoring, aside we are slow to embrace these things, the Lord’s glorification present nessing to Christ in the practical from the traditional first reading fearful of what they might require of Tuesday, May 22 here; yes, there is something about situations, decisions and rela- from Acts, the two options for Year us; quite frankly, knowing all too Jas 4:1-10; Ps 55:7-11, 23; Mk 9:30-37 the reality that Jesus of Nazareth is tionships of our lives. Sometimes B (Galatians 5:16-25 and John 15:26- well that the maxim still holds: “You no longer flesh and blood walking we have our heads in the clouds 27; 16:12-15). play with fire, you get burned.” As Wednesday, May 23 side-by-side with his disciples; and rather than focused on the daily The great scholar of religion, Ru- St. John of the Cross so powerfully yes, there is something here about walk on earth we are making, our dolph Otto, in his famous work “The described it: “O Love’s living flame/ Jas 4:13-17; Ps 49:2-3, 6-11; Mk 9:38-40 making way for the paraclete. paths also crowded with people Idea of the Holy,” describes “the Tenderly you wound/My soul’s A fascinating question indeed, who are just as vulnerable, and Holy” as possessing both the quality deepest center.” Thursday, May 24 but the Scriptures for the feast, broken, and castoff, and rejected, of daunting dread and the quality of But the combustion of the Spirit, Jas 5:1-6; Ps 49:14-20; Mk 9:41-50 even while providing for some and ignored and suffering as any attraction — mysterium tremendum the truth the Spirit bears witness to, high visual drama, speak almost one of the “little ones” who appear et fascinans. The mystery of God is the fruits of life-changing grace the Friday, May 25 secondarily about what happens to in the Gospels. As we await the both frightening and fascinating, Spirit pours forth, all are worth the St. Gregory VII, pope Jesus. In fact, both Acts and Mark outpouring of the Holy Spirit at and in approaching and experienc- wound, because by its cutting us to give a mere one sentence each to Pentecost, where exactly are each ing God, we hold both in tension. the core, the Spirit breaks open our Jas 5:9-12; Ps 103:1-4, 8-9, 11-12; Mk 10:1-12 Jesus’ disappearing act. But they of us? Where exactly is our own The feast of Pentecost and our hearts to a greater embrace and ex- do spend substantial time speak- faith community? Where exactly Scriptures for the day attest to this perience of God. Saturday May 26 ing about the effects this departure is our Church? Are our heads, in- truth. The swirling tongues of flame, Perhaps our motto for this Pen- has on his followers, what it means dividually and collectively “look- the gifts poured out by the Spirit that tecost might be, in the words of the St. Philip Neri, priest for their lives going forward. Or in ing intently at the sky”? Or are we are opposed to the flesh, the Spirit of Letter to the Galatians: “If we live Jas 5:13-20; Ps 141:1-3, 8; Mk 10:13-16 a twist of phrase from Ephesians engaged in mission, “going forth truth draw us into a deeper, richer in the Spirit, let us also follow the (4:1-13 in year B), what exactly do and preaching everywhere”? Are life — a life of the Spirit. But they Spirit,” even though we surely will Sunday, May 27 “equipped saints” spend their time we living the life of the Gospel, also are frightening, for to live in the get burned. n Most Holy Trinity doing? the life Pope Francis is repeatedly Spirit calls for a radical reorienting Dt 4:32-34, 39-40; Ps 33:4-6, 9, 18-20, 22; So, the tables are turned, as they calling us to, the life of missionary of our priorities, decisions and rela- Father Berinti, Missionaries of the Rom 8:14-17; Mt 28:16-20 often are in sacred Scripture. The disciples? In the Ascension, Jesus tionships, and propels us out from Most Precious Blood, is pastor of Im- feast seems to hinge more around made his move. Are we a people our safe, little disconnected corners maculate Conception Parish in Mel- “where do the disciples go” than on the move? n into the big bad world where people bourne Beach. A17 CLASSIFIEDS Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018

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Sinsinawa Dominican Sisters Elizabeth Dunn, left, and Martha Rohde Students of Hope Rural School participate in a celebration of different countries, including Mexico, in serve as director and principal, respectively, of Hope Rural School in this photo from 2017. (LINDA REEVES | FC) Indiantown. (COURTESY) Dominican Sisters reflect on life of joyful service elizabeth Wilson knowledgeable. I observed their ness and wonderful teachers. The Florida Catholic correspondent love for one another and their joy-filled presence each day in the sense of humor. I wanted to be like classroom drew me to them,” she ORLANDO | When students at them,” she recalled. said. “The charism of the Domini- Hope Rural School come to class After dismissing the idea of a cans centers on apostolic commu- they never know how they might vocation as a child, the pull came nity, prayer, assiduous study and encounter the leaders of their back in high school and Sister Ro- apostolic ministry. As Dominicans, school in Indiantown, a migrant hde decided she had to at least try our search for truth is unending.” community along the shores of the life of a religious after gradua- Sister Dunn entered the Do- Lake Okeechobee. tion, joking that they may very well minicans of Sinsinawa in 1962 Above is the iconic sign in front of the school in Indiantown. (LINDA At times, the two Sinsinawa send her home anyways. She en- and made her final profession at REEVES | FC) Dominican Sisters might greet tered the congregation in 1964 and her home parish, Our Lady Queen them with pink and green hair. has not looked back for 54 years. of Peace, in May 1970. For a tight- ing effect on the two Dominicans. college education. Sometimes they dress as tall-tale Sister Dunn was also taught by knight family that has always lived “I remember as a novice, our “Our parents and children have characters and one of the students’ the Dominicans, as were her father, close to each other (her grandpar- Christmas present was the docu- opportunities that I think they favorite saints. That’s because Sis- aunts and uncles. She grew up on a ents lived on a neighboring dairy ments of Vatican II and I thought, wouldn’t have if we weren’t here. ter Martha Rohde, principal, and dairy farm in Madison, Wisconsin. farm one mile away), Sister Dunn ‘Wow. This is great.’ We were ex- Each of our days we nurture the Sister Elizabeth Dunn, director, She and her twin brother were the said moving even an hour and a cited about Vatican II. It gave us a Gospel values of mercy, justice and believe in educating children with oldest of nine siblings. She recalled half away was “as if I was living in freedom and a direction that we love,” Sister Dunn said. “We are a love, joy and a sense of humor. a childhood that was rooted firmly Africa.” had not heard in the past,” Sister family.” They are qualities that have been in the faith. But over the years her vocation Rohde said. “What I love about Hope Rural passed down to the sisters by the “Everyone in my family in- has taken her even farther afield to Sister Dunn agreed. “It brought is the mix of children and their ea- founder of the Sinsinawa Domini- cluding my aunts, uncles, grand- Minnesota, New Jersey, Pennsyl- a new freedom in which the em- gerness to learn and their wanting cans, Father Samuel Mazzuchelli. mother and grandfather always vania, New York and, for the last phasis was on being one with the to be one with one another,” Sister “When Father Samuel came to made prayer a significant part of 28 years, Florida. She has served as people which we served. There Rohde added. “We are happy that the wilds of Wisconsin as a mis- their daily lives,” Sister Dunn said. a teacher, administrator, provin- wasn’t the calling for me to get there is diversity here because they sionary in the 1800s, he wanted to “Despite all the chores that go into cial of the Sinsinawa Dominican on the bandwagon and leave. I will grow up in a world that is di- start a school for the farmer chil- running a dairy farm, my family Sisters’ Southern Province and as thought, ‘I’m staying and doing verse.” dren,” Sister Rohde said. “He gave never missed Sunday Mass. The a member of the order’s general this right.’” Both sisters agreed that the vari- our sisters the desire to be loving foundation of faith instilled in my council. Today, the people of Indiantown ety of people they have had the op- and to be as ‘welcoming as a home.’ family was due to the education Sister Rohde similarly has have good reason to be thankful portunity to minister to and with I think in our schools we’ve always and example of the dedicated sis- served across the Midwest and that the sisters continued their over the years has been among the striven for that ideal.” ters who taught them.” Northeast, teaching in Chicago; ministry. Hope Rural School serves greatest blessings of their religious The sisters also draw on their It was while attending vocation Baraboo, Wisconsin; Ventnor, New largely migrant families from Gua- life, and they encourage young own experience growing up in retreats in high school that Sister Jersey; and serving as prioress at temala, Mexico and Haiti. In ad- people not to be afraid of where Catholic schools and being taught Dunn began to feel she had a call- the motherhouse in Sinsinawa dition to educating children from God may be calling them. by joyful, faith-filled sisters as chil- ing to religious life. Already inter- before coming to Florida in 1990. PreK3 to grade five, the school “I lived these past 52 years with dren. For Sister Rohde, who did not ested in being a teacher when she Entering the congregation on the also offers parenting classes and many holy women and they’ve grow up practicing the Catholic graduated, Sister Dunn turned to heels of Vatican II, Sister Rohde re- a scholarship program for alumni been models to me and I am so faith at home, it was her teachers the sisters at her school who helped called early days dressed in a full who wish to attend college. They grateful to them,” Sister Rohde and friends at St. Basil Catholic her to discern and encouraged her habit with veil and the sweeping presently have 15 former students said. “You minister with very won- School in Chicago who mentored to look into teaching congrega- changes in the Church following pursuing undergraduate studies derful (lay) holy men and women her in the faith. tions. the council. While the sisters recall and four working toward a master’s and their calling is different. What “I had Dominican Sisters in “During my years in high school a “mass exodus” of religious during degree. For the majority of these we learn from one another is that grade school. I knew them as holy the late 1960s and early 1970s, the students, they will be the first gen- the calling is special and different women who were loving, kind and I witnessed enthusiasm, kind- message of Vatican II had a renew- eration of their family to receive a for each person.” n B4 VOCATIONS Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018 Deacons bring Christ’s presence to Church family Jim Davis ‘A deacon doesn’t stay transplants, the Venice Diocese Florida Catholic correspondent has benefitted from deacons who in church; he goes have moved here from elsewhere. SARASOTA | “I’ve seen you up where the needs are. One deacon, a retired law enforce- there at the altar and I want to be ment officer, ministers to ship a deacon too,” a man told Deacon Deacons bring the word crews on extended leave at Port William Ladroga. He didn’t be- of God to the secular Manatee, which falls within dioc- come one. esan borders. Another retired dea- “Can you do the wedding for my world, especially in con, a psychologist, is setting up a son?” a parent asked the deacon. the neighborhood and bereavement program. He had to say no. In Deacon Ladroga’s own par- Decades after Vatican II ap- marketplace. That’s what ish, St. Martha in Sarasota, he as- proved their ordination, perma- sists at two Masses on weekends. nent deacons often have to explain we’re for.’ He’s also a member of the parish what they are and what they’re not, team that guides converts through what they do and what they don’t. — Deacon William Ladroga the Rite of Christian Initiation of “We are not mini-priests,” said Adults. And he’s formed a team of Deacon Ladroga, who directs dia- laity to assist him in Fully Engaged, Deacon William Ladroga pauses over lunch recently for his 80th conal formation in the Diocese of your role to go into the dark cor- a marriage preparation course for birthday at a restaurant in Sarasota with his wife, Lucille, and Venice. “I’m a symbol of service. ners of the vineyard of the Lord. couples. granddaughter Danielle. When you’re introduced, the first Find a ministry to do and establish That last job illustrates another thing out of my mouth should be, it. Find people to train. Then go diaconal specialty, Deacon Lad- ‘What can I do for you?’” into another dark corner and find roga said. “A deacon animates the A deacon undergoes training another ministry.’” laity. He supports, trains and pass- similar to that for priests, who are es on the work. And then he finds ordained as transitional deacons VARIED MINISTRIES another ministry to be done.” before they become priests. But For some deacons, it means as- He cited other diaconal activi- for permanent deacons, the goal signments to prison and jail min- ties in the Diocese of Worcester, is different: Although they often istry. For one man, who was born Massachusetts, where he served serve in parishes, they look toward in Puerto Rico, it meant helping from 1976 to 1997. One deacon and connecting parish and commu- to settle Spanish-speaking immi- his wife set up a “free store” where nity. grants and helping them obtain the poor could get home goods Many do assist in parish minis- green cards. for little or no money. Three dea- tries. They’re involved in marriage Still another local deacon man- cons opened a soup kitchen, using preparation and annulments. ages the annual observance of Yom stainless steel kitchen equipment They visit the sick at home and HaShoah at Epiphany Cathedral donated by a closed restaurant. in hospitals. They run baptismal in Venice, where Catholics and One deacon had a shoe business, preparation programs. They pre- Jews gather to mourn those who and he set up a free shoe store for pare people in the Rite of Christian suffered and died during the Ho- the poor and needy. Initiation of Adults. locaust. Yet another deacon has been But they also hear Deacon Lad- As with other locations in Flor- roga’s counsel. “I tell the men, ‘It’s ida where there are retirees and Please see deacons, B5 Vocation involves vigorous training program

In this 2006 file photo, Bishop John J. Nevins, center, prays the Prayer Jim Davis coursework similar to that for semi- diaconate programs solicit articles of Ordination over then Bishop-designate Frank J. Dewane. Deacons Florida Catholic correspondent narians who will become priests. in the Florida Catholic, diocesan Humberto Alvia, left, and William Ladroga, right, hold the Book of But it’s worth the time and ef- newsletters and parish bulletins. Gospels over his head. (FC FILE PHOTO) SARASOTA | Whenever the fort, Deacon Ladroga said during Deacon Ladroga’s office also sends Diocese of Venice trains deacon an interview. The goal, he said, is to letters to pastors, asking for their candidates, it takes two people at a produce men who live and breathe recommendations. time. service. Besides the wives, applicants One is the man himself. The oth- The program was developed with must also get two letters of recom- er is his wife. guidance from a 216-page manual mendation from their pastors. “If She hears about the require- issued by the U.S. Conference of someone comes cold from another ments along with the candidate Catholic Bishops. Courses include parish or if the pastor doesn’t know himself. She attends training ses- such basics as Old Testament and him, we can’t accept him,” Deacon sions with him for the first two of New Testament studies. They also Ladroga said. “You have to have a the five years. They must attend a include Mariology and Christology, history of service in your diocese or Join with us at retreat together in May. And before plus canon law and documents of parish.” he even enters the program, she has Vatican II. Other requirements include a St. Vincent de Paul church, to write a letter of recommendation And in the last year, Deacon Lad- stable marriage, a steady job and for him. roga takes the candidates through a passing psychological testing. A Fort Myers, as we pray for “We’ve had to turn away men liturgy practicum, covering Mass, man must also have reached a “ma- who were interested, but their wives funerals, homiletics, baptisms and ture age” — in the Diocese of Ven- were not,” said Deacon William exposition of the Blessed Sacra- ice, at least 35 years old. Ladroga, director of diaconal for- ment. Deacon Ladroga stresses to the and allDaniel our seminarians Scanlan as they discern mation in the diocese. “Maybe she’s The diaconal candidates are men that the diaconate is different not directly involved in the minis- constantly evaluated during the from the priesthood. “You don’t their vocations to the priesthood. try, but she’s got to give permission five-year training period by Dea- preside at Mass or offer absolution for him to take time away from her con Ladroga, Bob Gaitens, his as- or anoint the sick. Your ministry is

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From B4 about three years. He’s fine with that. “I’m in good health and I’ll stay on,” he said. serving refugees after 40 years. At He can also point to several per- one time he bought a building and sonal compensations for his work: set up low-rent apartments for ref- taking part in the Eucharist, pray- ugees and the poor. He even lives ing with Lucille during the Liturgy with a refugee family of three until of the Hours, bringing holy Com- they can get on their feet. munion to the homebound. “You see such smiles — grati- SEEKING THE VOCATION tude that someone visited,” Dea- Despite his service ethic, Dea- con Ladroga said. con Ladroga didn’t originally feel He even finds joy in attending called to the diaconate. At various wakes and interments. He real- times, he and his wife, Lucille, held izes that many people always say leadership positions in the Worces- the standard prayers, then leave as ter Diocese with Cursillo, Marriage soon as possible. He doesn’t. Encounter, the Knights of Colum- “I stay and comfort them,” he bus, Charismatic Renewal and a said. “I bring them the hope that family life movement. their loved ones are with Christ It took Lucille to point out a di- now. And I bring the hope of resur- Deacon William Ladroga, far right, Venice Diocese director of the diaconate, stands with the diocese’s ocesan bulletin item about a new rection, and that they’ll be together seven permanent diaconate candidates following their institution to the ministry of reader April 7 class. “Maybe you should look into again. during Mass at Bishop Nevins Academy in Sarasota. At center is Bishop Frank J. Dewane and at far left this,” she said. “I bring Christ’s presence to the is Pallottine Father Fausto Stampiglia. (BOB REDDY | FC) “I decided the diaconate was a chance to bring that kind of ministry in an official way, not just a voluntary way,” he said. He became one of the first 22 deacons ordained for that diocese. His route to Florida was likewise gradual. During the 1990s, he and Lucille often visited another deacon and his wife from Worcester who had made the move. The Ladrogas served both dioceses for five years, traveling back and forth after his company gave him an early retirement in 1997. They finally became Florida residents five years later. “I got sick of the weather,” he said with a laugh. In the Diocese of Venice, he became secretary of the diaconate board in 1999, then director of diaconal formation in 2003. Then he and others built the diaconal training program for the 10-county Consider a journey diocese. Of the six classes thus far, 35 with the men have been ordained, with one Carmelite Friars, to three dropping out from each in allegiance to class. Deacon Ladroga credited the low dropout rate to the tough, Jesus Christ thorough screening process. Viewing the range of ministries launched by the graduates, he has much to celebrate, but he also said much is yet to be done. For one, he’d like to see more deacons working with the homeless and with drug addicts. Both problems are a “hidden curse” in Sarasota especially, yet few people want to talk about them, he said. “A deacon doesn’t stay in church; he goes where the needs are,” Deacon Ladroga said. “Dea- cons bring the word of God to the secular world, especially in the neighborhood and marketplace. That’s what we’re for.” Father Francis Amodio, O. Carm., Vocation Director And he still has time to press Father Joseph Phuong Ngo, O. Carm., Associate Director that cause. Although he recently P.O. Box 3079, Middletown, NY 10940 turned 80, Deacon Ladroga puts 845-344-2225 | Cell: 845-281-8991 in anywhere from 20 to 60 hours Email: [email protected] 12078-0511 per week. He said Bishop Frank J. 12111-0511 Dewane has asked him to stay on To learn more please visit Carmelitefriars.org until the current class is over, in B6 VOCATIONS Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018 Being present — the heart of the desire of a priest wrote, which is evidenced in the Jean Gonzalez research of the death penalty in of the Florida Catholic staff Florida and nationwide. Who gets the death penalty and why have ORLANDO | While Father Fred correlations to the economic and Ruse embarks on life after official racial demographics and the men- retirement, he will do as he has al- tal health of the defendant. The ways done throughout his priest- death penalty is costly to taxpayers, hood — listen to the Spirit. and in Florida 27 people have been For him retirement is not about exonerated after serving on death completing a bucket list, which he row. That includes Frank Smith, doesn’t have. Instead he hopes to who died of cancer while in prison “pivot for what the Spirit can show before his long-sought DNA results me.” proved his innocence. Although the priest was born in For Father Ruse, the key to Texas, he has firm roots in Central changing hearts and minds on the Florida. He attended St. Paul School issues is to “just keep presenting the in Daytona Beach and is a graduate facts.” of Father Lopez High School there. Just as abolishing the death pen- Ordained by Bishop Thomas J. alty needs constant advocating Grady in 1976, one of his six pasto- and promotion, so does work in the ral assignments within the Orlando missions. Father Ruse described Diocese led him back to St. Paul, the Orlando Diocese as being “ex- where he served as pastor for nine traordinary in its engagement.” years. Bishop John Noonan has visited the In this 2014 file photo, Bishop John Noonan, left, and Father Fred Ruse, right, celebrate Mass with But Father Ruse also has grown mission several times and knows people in the Dominican Republic. roots 1,000 miles away in Orlando’s people by name. The diocesan Of- sister diocese within the Domini- fice of Schools created partnerships In this 2002 Catholic can Republic. He served as a priest — students to students and teachers News Service photo, in the rural Diocese of San Juan de to teachers. Father Fred Ruse, la Maguana there for more than “And parishes would bend over then pastor of St. a decade, living out the desire to backwards to learn more and do Matthew in Winter serve the Gospel overseas in a mis- more. Across the diocese there are Haven, participates sion diocese that was established in so many who have made trips, or in a vigil in front of the summer of 1976. sent items or kept informed of our Florida State Prison In speaking about what prompt- activities,” Father Ruse explained. near Starke in response to the execution of ed him to seek the missionary op- “Even as I sat there in those moun- convicted serial killer portunity, Father Ruse wrote in an tains over those years, far away Aileen Wuornos. The email to the Florida Catholic, “The from the diocese and the United vigil was held seven Spirit, little by little, made it clear to States, I had a very clear sense that I days after the execution me in so many ways what was im- was not alone. The diocese was very of Rigoberto “Ricky” portant to the Lord and what (could much with me and I felt that.” Sanchez-Velasco, who make the) Church at its best. This An important function of having asked Father Ruse to cultivated in me a strong desire to the mission project is to constantly serve as spiritual adviser. do all I could to not become a medi- review it to assure that it is not fo- Father Ruse was there ocre priest, so that I would continue cusing on the “charity” the devel- during the last hours of with a life full of challenge.” oped Church in the states is doing Sanchez-Velasco’s life. Another challenge and passion for those in the Third World, which Father Ruse has pursued in his could be construed as an attitude of priesthood is advocating against “colonialism” or “paternalism.” The capital punishment. He has been heart of the mission is development, tional to offering the sacraments, “engaging the differences.” To do faith community from the point among the laypeople, clergy and re- not handouts. It is about empower- from being present to the faithful so, investments need to be made in of view of ministry, or this parish’s ligious who have stood outside Flor- ment of the people in the Domini- through a supportive shoulder to lay leadership with pastoral skills, baptismal identity and call, not to ida State Prison in Starke standing can Republic and the conversion of encouraging the need for tithing, along with sharing resources and mention what every Catholic has a vigil during an execution, and he the visitors who choose to walk as from standing up for issues of life to educational experiences and using right to expect of their pastor,” he has spent time on death row, spe- companions, not elevate them or paying the mortgage: All those and imagination. Experimentation is wrote. cifically ministering to Rigoberto anyone else upon a pedestal. more could be typical issues for a not a bad thing either. The prospect of retirement will “Ricky” Sanchez-Velasco, who was “This requires clear and well- modern-day priest to tackle. “I learned some of that in the allow Father Ruse to step away executed in 2002. His most pow- formed leadership,” Father Ruse And those myriad issues create mountains — stepping beyond the from those infrastructure respon- erful argument against the death said, giving much of the credit to challenges for priests, Father Ruse usual boundaries. You would be sibilities parish pastors face. While penalty: Jesus received capital pun- Ursuline Sister Bernadette Mackay, said. How does one balance ad- amazed at what I experimented he hopes to visit the mission dio- ishment. diocesan director of the mission ministrative responsibilities with a with in the mission. And, it worked,” cese, he said there is no set agenda “Redemption marches to its who has served the people of the ministry of presence? Father Ruse wrote. “My time in the because that would defeat the pur- own drummer so to speak, its own Diocese of San Juan de la Maguana “Your vocation is not adminis- mission taught me we need to be a pose of being available for what the schedule. For that reason we wait. for more than 30 years. “She is a tration,” he said in an interview. “It much more intentionally mission- Spirit has in store for him. We leave the responsibility to God very constant, untiring advocate happens by default.” ary Church. “I am thinking of the characters to do what God does: change lives,” for ‘don’t do for the people what they Those challenges did not take “Being present to the faithful,” he in one of ‘The Prince and the Pau- Father Ruse wrote. “I saw Ricky can and must do for themselves.’ away from the joy Father Ruse ex- added in an interview, “that’s more per’ by Mark Twain. The pauper change … changing. I saw redemp- We must remain ever vigilant and perienced in his pastoral assign- to the heart of the desire of every slipped in to live in the place of the tion going on. Then we cut it short. prayerful as to what sort of ‘mis- ments within the Orlando Diocese. priest.” prince while the prince slipped out We stopped it. We — not God — sioning’ are we doing.” He said each parish he served had His last two years and two to live in the place of the pauper, ended it.” In a sense, Father Ruse’s priest- a distinct personality and complex- months was spent as pastor of Our and no one knew,” Father Ruse ex- As an advocate against the death hood could serve as an example of ion — there were rural and down- Saviour Parish in Cocoa Beach. In a plained. “It is a story of incarnation penalty, Father Ruse understands the myriad ministries, experiences town settings, a bilingual commu- farewell message in the bulletin, he — God giving me a share in your the importance of knowing the and responsibilities a priest could nity and a parish with many snow- “confessed” he spent way too much flesh and soul so to more intimately facts when speaking about the con- encounter. There is a lot more to the birds and tourists. time in the office and working on know the flesh and soul of his Son. troversial subject. “Our system is priesthood than celebrating Mass In hindsight, he thought there matters of administration. I am convinced that I am a better full of lots of arbitrary behaviors in and baptizing babies. From mak- could always be better efforts made “That does not at all honor the person and priest for this privilege terms of administering justice,” he ing sure an air conditioner is opera- in “managing the diversities” and pastoral profile and nature of this and opportunity.” n May 11-24, 2018 www.thefloridacatholic.org VOCATIONS B7

Reflections on lessons learned in mission diocese During the time Father Fred Ruse be a distraction if not an excuse for cooking oil, seeds, etc. That is the ministered full time as a priest for not changing ourselves, not being “normal” — living from “favor to Orlando’s sister Diocese of San converted, perhaps even a disguise favor,” which becomes generation- Juan de la Maguana, he wrote for authentic converting, chang- ally implanted in the national his- “dispatches” about his experiences ing and confronting what is “not of tory and story. that were published intermittently God” in our lives and in the world. Mission places, like the Domini- in the Florida Catholic. A skilled The converting is two-way, mutual: can Republic for us, is a setting that writer, the dispatches were ours and theirs. is based on the “favor system” for well received by readers. The other insight is that dealing getting things done. It is the vul- After being back in the states for with mission situations you face nerability of poverty. There are no more than two years, the Florida a “context” that is determined by skills to think communally as the Catholic asked Father Ruse via a lot of historical and cultural is- struggle is to just survive — to put email to share insights about what sues: One is certainly formation food on my table. The faithful community of he gained personally during his and education, not to mention the Who has time to think or strat- time in the Dominican Republic reality of resources and their distri- egize on behalf of the group? All Souls Catholic Church and what it taught him about the bution. Part of this is the corruption Relationships become distorted offer our support and prayers to our Seminarian mission of the Church. Below is at the government level, within the by this lens. It reduces people to be- a portion of what he shared. Church and among the people. come consumed by a way of mea- So much is attributable to poor suring. That all too often causes an Alex Lambis Solidarity and accompaniment education, to the consequences of ugly and destructive self-interest are critical. “Being there” and “liv- poverty and desperation — seeing to prevail over everything. … How- 301 W. 8th Street • Sanford, FL • 407-322-3795 ing with” are essential to respond- what the rest of the world has and ever, when I would walk into a situ- www.AllSoulsSanford.org 11167-0511 ing to the call, responding to the life wanting the same thing is an ever- ation, doors would open, things of Jesus — the “Incarnation.” The present inner force that sneaks into would happen (because) I was the task is not to “fix,” rather to be there, one’s self-understanding and vision Church; I was white; I was Ameri- to know them, to be known by for a personal future. All of this ush- can. them, share in being a community, ers the poor into the embrace of the This is a terrible conviction of influence each other; be genuine same demons that haunt the devel- this system that is not really repre- Our blessings and prayers to Deacon Carlos prayer and sacramental partners; oped world: consumerism and ma- sentative of the genuine unselfish learn the true character of poverty terialism. and sharing heart of the true Do- Encinas from the parishioners of St. Joseph and its insidious effects; appreciate Any work in a mission setting minican. Consequently the poor in Catholic Church. May God bless you as you the horror of being “left alone,” “left requires attention to a lot of detail. our mountains often saw that the out,” “left back,” “forgotten,” “not (There is) the rude awakening that powers-that-be responded to me, continue your journey to the Priesthood. included.” everything moves painfully slow. but not to them. They recognized This then places a demand on Our popular mantra was “two steps this as an evil, but had no power us to “let go” of things — to live in forward, 12 steps backward.” As the over it or against it. It contributes to perpetual conversion, perpetual folks there know too well, all too perpetuating a vicious cycle. These converting. Certainly we — the de- often the norm is that many things beautiful people end up hating veloped world and the developed get started but never completed due themselves and living out behaviors Church — have things we can give to lots of issues. No one ever really accordingly: They hate the color of and leave. But these are passing; expects anything, or much of any- their skin, the texture of their hair, there is no substitute for “leaving thing, to get done, to succeed. It is etc. ourselves,” for planting our lives in hard-wired into the system. For such reasons … leadership theirs and theirs in ours. In Latin countries the leadership from our communities (in the Do- Our talents and our resources always acquired their power by way minican Republic) focused on the can help to a degree, but these can of favors to the people: bag of rice, wounds we carry within. n

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Joe Boland After a brief visit with New York pose Catholicism and destroy the Catholic News Service Cardinal Timothy M. Dolan at St. country’s beliefs and way of life. The Patrick’s Cathedral, the sisters be- image captured the resentment that CHICAGO | A trip to the Big gan their educational tour with an many Catholic immigrants from Apple and stops at some of the city’s excursion to the Statue of Liberty. Europe faced when they arrived in most significant historical sites, The women, who serve today’s America. such as the Statue of Liberty, helped new waves of American immi- The sisters are witnessing first- a group of missionary sisters cur- grants, could easily identify with hand the same fear of the stranger rently serving immigrants in the the monument’s famous inscription that directly impacts the communi- United States gain a deeper appre- beckoning the “tired, poor and hud- ties of immigrants they serve. ciation of the struggles of the nation dled masses” of the world “yearning “I have seen how people from and its people. to breathe free.” many places across the world have About 40 women religious are At the feet of Lady Liberty, the sis- come here to better their lives, but part of Catholic Extension’s U.S.- ters offered a prayer on behalf of the who were faced with great chal- Latin American Sisters Exchange tens of thousands of immigrants lenges when they came here,” Program that took the field trip to they collectively serve throughout Sister Isabel Donate Valdez told New York City. The group repre- the nation. Extension magazine. She serves Missionary sisters pray at the 9/11 memorial during a visit to New sented 12 different religious con- “Oh Jesus,” they prayed in one farmworkers in central Washing- York as part of ongoing cultural training for the U.S.-Latin American gregations and six Latin American voice, “bless the immigrants. Keep ton state. Sisters Exchange Program hosted by Catholic Extension. (CNS) countries. them close to your heart.” At the Despite periodic flare-ups of na- The initiative provides fund- end they learned to chant “USA! tivist fear, the sisters commented The sisters also visited the 9/11 gives hope to all, especially for us, ing for religious sisters from Latin USA! USA!” to the delight of the oth- how this nation’s ideals of inclusion memorial. Together they offered the sisters, who love and pray for America to live and study in the U.S. er tourists passing by. and unity amid such diversity have a soft-spoken prayer for all the in- people, for souls.” for five years, while they minister to Then it was on to the Ellis Island prevailed throughout our history. nocent people and heroes who lost As a symbol of their love of their underserved communities of im- Museum, the once-bustling port of “We are all brothers and sisters their lives in the 2001 terrorist at- host country, the sisters marched to migrants in poor and rural U.S. dio- entry for ships that brought 12 mil- no matter our race or color, and tacks and for all the families that the heart of Time’s Square and un- ceses. The group convened in New lion immigrants to America in the what is most important is that we mourn them. furled an American flag, snapping York as part of the sisters’ ongoing late 19th and early 20th centuries. live in unity with one another,” said Sister Yelitza Ayala, who serves photos to their respective mother- cultural and academic training in Several sisters seemed captivated Sister Maria de la Luz Solis Lara, families in rural east Texas, led the houses throughout Latin America. the U.S. by one exhibit in particular that who works with indigenous Mexi- prayer. Afterward, she reflected “After visiting so many beautiful Based in Chicago, Catholic Ex- showcased the history of anti-im- can immigrants in California’s Sa- on the experience of visiting such places today,” Sister Donate Valdez tension raises and distributes funds migrant sentiment spearheaded by linas Valley. sacred ground. “To come here is a said on the bus ride home, “I can see to support U.S. mission dioceses, the Know-Nothing Party. She said her trip to New York al- blessing. To pray for these people, that the beauty we beheld is simply many of which are rural, cover a They closely studied an old po- lowed her to appreciate that no mat- to pray for this country which wel- a reflection of the beauty that exists large geographic area, and have litical cartoon of the pope, depicted ter what walk of life we come from, comes people from every part of in the heart of humankind, which limited personnel and pastoral re- with a drawn sword invading the “all people can know God and expe- the world,” she said. “To see people makes us capable of building such sources. shores of America to apparently im- rience his love.” walking in silence and praying, it great structures and places.” n 12123-0511 B10 VOCATIONS Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018 Overcome fear, form good friendships, Pope Francis encourages seminarians

Pope Francis Wyatt Noble poses for a photo Catholic News Service during a meeting with a delegation | The current from the VATICAN CITY Venerable English “culture of the temporary” makes College at the it more difficult than ever for young Vatican April 21. people to make lifelong commit- The college is a ments to God, Pope Francis told a seminary in Rome group of British seminarians. that prepares “It is good to see young people priests for service preparing to make a firm and life- in England and long commitment to the Lord. But Wales. (VATiCAn this is harder for you than it was for MEdiA | CnS) me, because of today’s ‘culture of the temporary,’” Pope Francis told staff and students from the Venerable English College, the Rome seminary of the bishops’ conference of England and Wales. Pope Francis welcomed the group to the Vatican April 21 as part The Parishioners and Staff of of the celebrations of the of 200th anniversary of the restoration of the college and the 900th anniversary Blessed Trinity of the birth of St. Thomas Becket of Canterbury, whose life story Pope CATHOLIC CHURCH Congratulations Francis cited during the meeting. Love of God and neighbor are Wish to offer Support and Prayers for our Seminarians “the two foundation stones of our lives,” Pope Francis said before to our parish warning the seminarians of the “considerable obstacle that all of us face: fear!” seminarians, But, Pope Francis said, “by following the example of your heav- enly patron, St. Thomas of Can- terbury, who did not allow his past Br. Brent Bowen, OP sinfulness or human limitations to stop him from serving God to the very end, not only will you be able to overcome your own fear, you will Zackary Gray and also help others overcome theirs.” The pope also encouraged the students to nourish friendships among themselves and with people Kyle Fennessy outside the seminary as they prepare for ordination. “By nurturing friendships, good and wholesome relationships that will sustain you in your future ministry, I trust you will come to cherish your real friends, who are not simply those who agree with us, but are gifts from the Lord Ezekiel Zylis to help us on the journey to what is true, noble and good.” n ‘It is good to see young people preparing to make a firm and lifelong commitment to the Lord. But this is Basilica of St. Paul harder for you than it Alex Feliciano 317 Mullally St., was for me, because of

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Catholic News Service Manila Auxiliary Bishop Brod- tained Sister Fox; she was released erick Pabillo said Catholics need to on April 17 pending further investi- MANILA, Philippines | Church not be silent over events that affect gation. groups in the Philippines have the lives of the poor. “Everything is On April 25, the immigration bu- launched a support network for Sis- interconnected,” he said. reau revoked Sister Fox’s mission- ter Patricia Fox, an Australian mis- The social action arm of the ary visa and ordered her to leave the sionary nun who has been ordered country’s Catholic bishops also is- country within 30 days. to leave the country by the govern- sued a statement to “stand in soli- In a statement, the nun’s newly ment. darity not only with Sister Fox, but formed support network said the Ucanews.com reported the with the human rights community cancellation of the missionary visa group, Solidarity With the Poor as a whole.” violates Sister Fox’s “right to due Network, aims to unite faith-based “We will not be intimidated by process.” organizations to protest the Philip- the suppressive measures of the “It is an apparent legal harass- pine government’s decision to expel government to curb freedom of ex- ment against a religious person who the regional superior of the Sisters pression and to harass the Church,” seeks to give flesh and blood to the of Our Lady of Sion over alleged said Father Edwin Gariguez, head Church mission for the least, the involvement in “illegal political ac- of Caritas Philippines. last and the lost,” read the group’s tivities.” Earlier, Archbishop Romulo statement. Supporters of Sister Patricia Fox, superior of the Sisters of Our Lady Carmelite Father Rico Ponce said Valles of Davao, president of the Benedictine Sister Mary John of Sion in the Philippines, hold placards while waiting for her April the network was “an affirmation of Philippine bishops’ conference, ap- Mananzan said the list of alleged 17 release from the Bureau of Immigration headquarters in Manila. the rightness” of Sister Fox’s mis- pealed to President Rodrigo Duterte violations committed by Sister Fox Philippine authorities arrested the 71-year-old Australian nun for sionary work for the poor. The priest to revoke the expulsion order on “is not a list of sins but rather a list of allegedly engaging in illegal political activities. (Romeo Ranoco, appealed to the public to support Sister Fox. achievements.” Reuters | CNS) the nun and defend her “freedom to “Let the nun continue serving “A prophet must stand up, speak exercise Christian convictions, ob- Filipinos,” said the prelate. out,” said Sister Mananzan, who is ligations, and duties to the Filipino On April 16, the Philippines’ im- known for being a vocal advocate people.” migration bureau arrested and de- for human rights. n Religious order archives need preservation

Kurt Jensen “a very specific ministry of cat- they were able to watch on TV, Catholic News Service echetics” in areas of the American has stayed with me: ‘We did not Southwest where there were few have catechism class today.’ A WASHINGTON | For Ameri- priests or nuns. vivid reminder that everything can religious orders, an upcom- “I would love to find someone stopped during those awful four ing conference at Jesuit-run Bos- who would like to do the thread days.” ton College will address a press- of what catechetics were in the McCarthy is finding that missing need — the preservation and United States,” she said. “It will ing records hurt opportunities to would like to offer our blessings and archiving of their history, typical- be lost if we don’t have someone tell the history of the Church “as ly of grass-roots assistance of the write this story.” the center of immigrant life.” neediest in rural as well as urban Sister Downey, who works on “Working-class history will congratulations for the ordination on areas. the archives for her order, said be disappeared,” he said. “Oth- The focus is on documents go- that what’s missing from Catholic erwise, history will be only what May 26, 2018 of our parishioner, ing back as far as the early 18th history is always “the day-to-day shows up in the papers of the rich century, as well as audio and visu- stuff that happened, not just from and famous.” He’s hoping to find al records from just decades ago. hospitals and schools.” leads on “the history of ethnic Or to put it more simply, “what Going through records of in- neighborhoods that we don’t have Deacon Matthew Hawkins! do you do with your stuff? What dividual nuns, she’s found them anywhere else.” are the options?” asked Malachy running free clinics, starting Even more recent ministries, McCarthy, who is province archi- Catholic charities, writing cat- such as an AIDS ministry McCar- vist of the Chicago-based Clar- echetical texts. “People would be thy knows of that began in 1989, etian Missionaries USA-Canada amazed at the stories of how these come up short of documentation Province and a co-chair of the sisters lived and worked.” that show how the daily opera- July 11-13 conference. American history is usually tions worked. “Unlike the dioc- Organizers of “Envisioning caught up in archival records as esan clergy, (the religious orders) the Future of Catholic Religious well, said Margaret McGuinness, had the ability to respond more Archives” describe it as a “work- a professor of religion at LaSalle immediately to a crisis. You have ing conference” that will bring University in Philadelphia. “Every religious orders always pushing together leaders of religious convent was required to keep an- the envelope, and they’re always communities, archivists and nals, kind of a diary of what hap- going to push the envelope.” historians to discuss solutions to pened in any given year. When Hanging onto, and archiving, the challenge faced by religious a school or a convent closed, the recorded history is another mat- communities “in preserving and annals didn’t always wind up in ter, even when the documents ex- providing access to their archival archives — not by a long shot — ist. “Each of these groups works in legacies.” Material typically goes but were often thrown away.” their own little world. They never missing — and quickly — when The surviving material can be think of archives. Very few of orders shut down or dwindle stunning. “One example is from them are professional archivists, sharply in numbers. the Sisters of Our Lady of Chris- so they’re overwhelmed.” Cast yourself into the arms of God and be very “There are a lot of significant tian Doctrine, who worked in “The critical thing to realize is parts of Catholicism in the Unit- South Carolina, although they that time is not on our side,” Mc- sure that if He wants anything of you, He will ed States, particularly women were based in New York City. The Carthy said. “Communities are religious, that don’t have full re- annalist was a gifted writer, and closing yearly.” n fit you for the work and give you strength. cords,” said Victory Noll Sister her reflections on President (John Ginger Downey. Her order, Our F.) Kennedy’s assassination are Information about the “Envision- St. Philip Neri Lady of Victory Missionary Sis- amazing,” McGuiness said. ing the Future of Catholic Religious 12124-0511 ters, based in Huntington, In- “The final sentence, written Archives” conference can be found diana, was founded in 1922 for on the day of his funeral, which at https://catholicarchives.bc.edu. B12 VOCATIONS Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018 Through work by sisters, Church in Cuba extends its reach beyond parishes

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Forbidden by the communist government to run official Catholic schools, a congregation in Havana quietly offers alternative after- school courses focusing on the arts. Parents, who learn about the program by word of mouth or church bulletins, tell the sisters they’d pre- fer the classes focus on math and science rather than guitar lessons, theater and painting. But one project in particular highlighted the merits of the artis- tic assignments. “We asked the kids Daughters of Charity in Miami pictured in this undated photo gather to draw someone who loves them supplies to send to Cuba. Pictured is Trinidad, Cuba, as seen March 6. very much, thinking they’d draw their mothers, their grandparents, who stepped down April 19. Fidel of many programs throughout the someone from their home,” one sis- Castro died in 2016. island where Catholic sisters and which cover basics such as flour and support to Cuba stopped in the ter said. “Instead, they drew Fidel.” At school it was “drilled into them organizations shore up social ser- and vegetable oil. Shortages occur 1990s, the country entered an eco- Fidel Castro led the Cuban Revo- that Fidel loves them very much,” vices otherwise lacking because of often. nomic crisis, and the government lution and took power in 1959, im- the sister said. “That’s the benefit the struggle Cuba’s economy faces Through work by the sisters realized it needed help, said Arch- plementing a communist agenda of teaching the arts: You’re teaching from the chill in relations with the and other programs, the Catholic bishop Thomas Wenski of Miami. and depending on the Soviet Union them to think for themselves, to de- United States. More than 75 percent Church in Cuba extends its reach More than a third of Miami’s popu- for financial support until its fall in velop independently.” of Cuban households earn less than beyond parishes and strengthens lation is from Cuba. 1991. He was a dictator until 2006, The sister’s after-school program $1,000 per year, according to the ties with donors, often Cuban exiles “Communism is the ultimate ‘big when his health deteriorated and — not illegal, but managed quietly Boston Consulting Group, and 90 in the United States and elsewhere. he ceded power to his brother Raul, and with careful language — is one percent of Cubans use food rations, As the Soviet Union broke up Please see CUBA, B13 May 11-24, 2018 www.thefloridacatholic.org VOCATIONS B13

CUBA their presence is a form of educating, one sister said. From B12 “There’s no possibility for the Church to do any kind of formal daddy’ state: They take care of ev- education,” said Father Alberto erybody’s needs,” he said. “To rec- Garcia, a Cuban-American spiri- ognize that a church or somebody tual counselor at Belen Jesuit Pre- else can provide social assistance paratory School in Miami. “But was a bitter pill for the communists the Church has been able to offer to swallow.” a number of educational programs Following decades of repression, in different centers,” such as parish the Catholic Church in Cuba has programs “helping kids with their been rebuilding in the last 20 years. homework, support to parents, pro- Visits from the last three popes have grams of human values formation, helped the Church’s standing with language courses, computer stuff.” the government and the Cuban In the government-run home people, maintaining the Vatican’s for people who are disabled, sis- stance against the 1962 U.S. em- ters serve as the eyes and hands of bargo of Cuba, which covered all the operation, a visible example of economic, commercial and finan- how the state depends on religious cial exports except for medicine services. Most of the 180 adults and some foods. While U.S.-Cuba who live in this home are unable to relations briefly warmed in 2015 communicate verbally or eat inde- under President Barack Obama, the pendently. Some use wheelchairs. Trump administration once again Their parents either couldn’t afford tightened sanctions. to take care of them when they were Care is taken to not draw at- children or were unable to. Daughters of Charity in Miami are seen in this undated photo. They operate a donations program to tention from government officials Before the 1959 revolution, the send food, medicine and supplies to Cuba. (PHOTOS courtesy Global Sisters Report | CNS) lest there be repercussions. Fear of sisters ran a school in that build- the government, which discour- ing. Once Catholic-run institutions ages publicity on how the Church were forced to shut down and the or organizations step in where the state took over the building, the state falls short, manifested itself government started bringing in throughout conversations Global people who were handicapped for Sisters Report had in various parts the sisters to look after. But manag- of Cuba, with subjects requesting ing the place without officially run- anonymity for both themselves and ning it, one sister said, is difficult. the centers where they work. “Pub- All 27 staff members are employ- licity is bad because we’re not the ees of the state, with five sisters and ones who are at risk,” said one sis- three postulants in the home. “The ter who works at a government-run question is not to impose, but to home for people who are disabled teach, to try to value the human in that depends on the presence of her the patient,” said one of the sisters. congregation. “The patients are the Caritas, the Church’s network ones who suffer the consequences.” of charitable agencies, extends the Repercussions for drawing too Church’s reach to the larger com- much attention to social services munity by filling gaps in social ser- that the Church provides may vices throughout the island. Finan- range in severity — a program can cial support is provided through be closed, supplies not delivered or Boston-based Friends of Caritas managers questioned and intimi- Cubana. dated by government officials — so In Cuba, support from Caritas all are artful in the language they also trickles to individual volun- use to describe their programs. Still, teers. Lidia Rivera, a laywoman some Church-sponsored programs from Santa Clara, set her attention are well-known and successful in in 1998 on Jorobada, a farm town the cities, without interference from less than 20 miles south of her the government. home. With help from Caritas, Rive- As one Cuban-American aca- ra’s work became a source of surviv- demic said, “The Church in Cuba al for this community of bean- and Children in Jorobada, Cuba, look at the community center’s goats March 4. is mostly there with and for the plantain-planters, especially after people, to lift them up, because a lot Hurricane Irma last September. when the priest sleeps over. Pens future, they can be the protagonists The diocese and the sisters’ con- of people who are suffering do not After almost 50 days of no elec- for rabbits, goats and pigs are inter- in their lives and defend themselves gregation help finance boarding have family in the outside” who can tricity or running water in Joroba- spersed around the center. head-on.” for the girls. Some have gone on to help them. da, Rivera dug a well with the help The Marists used to have Catho- The sisters are familiar faces in graduate from professional schools. Elderly people who do not have of the local Church and Caritas. As lic schools in the area, and their the rural areas, visiting often to cel- One girl arrived when she was family and can only rely on their a retired doctor, she also helps pro- graduates regularly volunteer as ebrate sacraments — baptisms, first still in elementary school, the meager government-provided re- vide basic health care, such as treat- tutors. Communions, confirmations — younger end of the norm. She even- tirement, he continued, might de- ing parasitic infections. In the vibrant colonial town of and they take these opportunities tually joined their congregation, a pend on Church-sponsored dining “We have no words for how Lidia Trinidad, two sisters live in a spa- to observe how families are doing favorite story of one of the sisters. halls, where they can eat breakfast has helped us,” one resident said. cious home that’s been transformed and which girls are in the most pre- “We see the fruits of our work,” and another hot meal a day. People “She’s given her life, love and soul to accommodate up to 20 girls from carious situations. Far from the city she said. “They see the work of sis- who need affordable medicine also to this community.” nearby rural communities. They mentality, one sister said, rural life ters who touched their lives; it’s like often turn to the Church, which Rivera said the purpose of her come to the city for education, stay- can encourage early pregnancies, a tiny hook. Of course, it isn’t for all collects donations from parishio- work in Jorobada “is only religious, ing with the sisters on weekdays at and some girls have three or four the girls. But them seeing our work ners and Cubans who have left the and charity is a dimension of the practically no charge and returning children while they are teenagers. and our influence and becoming country. evangelizing process.” to their families on the weekends. Before, the sisters took in girls curious and interested for them- In Santa Clara, about 175 miles A big improvement for that com- “The idea is that we give them an between the ages of 18 and 21; now, selves ... it’s a testimony to our pres- east of Havana, the Franciscan Ca- munity was the community center, integral Christian formation,” said the girls are 12 to 15 years old so the ence here.” n puchin sisters run a day care center once a hut that has been renovated one of the sisters, who’s been run- sisters can introduce positive influ- for about 60 children between the into a chapel, sacristy, kitchen and ning the home for five years. “We try ences in their lives sooner. “When DeGeorge is editor of Global Sisters ages of 2 and 5. While the sisters are dining hall for the elderly, laundry for them to live well and know God, they’re older, they can defend Report. Salgado is a staff writer for not allowed to teach the children, facility, and a spare bedroom for that God loves them, so that, in the themselves better,” one sister said. Global Sisters Report. B14 VOCATIONS Florida Catholic May 11-24, 2018 St. Thomas Aquinas meets bluegrass in best-selling album by Dominicans

Kelly SanKowSKi and I think a lot of men are drawn, Middle-age men tapped their feet Catholic News Service by the joy the brothers exhibit … and babies clapped their hands to to be living this life, to be saving the tunes. The musicians laughed WASHINGTON | Bluegrass mu- our souls, to be drawing closer to with each other as they created sic may not be the first thing that Jesus, and to do it with brothers.” the proper setting for bluegrass comes to mind when people think Likewise, while listening to music, which they said is usually of Dominicans, but for the 10 Do- bluegrass music, “there is a real played informally around a kitch- minican brothers and priests at happiness that is just drawn out of en table. the Dominican House of Studies in you,” he said. “So I think that we’re Brother Simon Teller, who plays Washington who recently released geared to be happy, and bluegrass the fiddle in the new album, is their debut album, “The Hillbilly lets you be happy in a really ex- Brother Jonah’s brother. They Thomists,” the two have a lot in pressive way.” grew up in Cincinnati, attending common. That happiness was tangible St. Gertrude Parish, where Do- “The life of holiness is the hap- as six of the Hillbilly Thomists minicans in the religious order’s piest life. It is the good life,” said played to a standing-room-only Eastern province go for their novi- Brother Jonah Teller, who plays crowd April 11 at the Catholic In- tiate year. guitar on the album. “I was drawn, formation Center in Washington. Looking through old family photos, Brother Simon found one of himself as a 13-year-old, playing the fiddle alongside now-Father Thomas Joseph White, who had begun playing the bluegrass man- The Hillbilly Thomists perform at the Catholic Information Center dolin after his novice master told in Washington, D.C., April 11. (PHOTOS BY TYler OrSBurn | CnS) all novices to take up a hobby. Little did the 13-year-old know seph, who plays the drums. “Obvi- Ricky Skaggs stopped by the Do- that he would later wear a similar ously, we came together primarily minican House of Studies to visit As seen on white habit and again play the fid- for God. … We aren’t just people the Hillbilly Thomists and, be- dle alongside Father White, who is who have skills and (who) use each fore playing bluegrass with them, now an associate professor of sys- other to make an album.” joined them for prayer and lunch. tematic theology at the Dominican Unless they are practicing for a The impetus for the album was House of Studies. specific gig, the Hillbilly Thomists’ as a fundraiser, since the album’s Father White and Father Aus- schedule of playing together is proceeds go to the Dominican tin Litke founded the Hillbilly pretty fluid. “It is a true exten- House of Studies, but the album Thomists in the early 2000s. They sion of our fraternal life,” Brother also is a form of preaching, said chose the name from a quote Jonah told the Catholic Standard, Brother Simon. The Dominicans by Catholic author Flannery newspaper of the Archdiocese of also are known as the Order of O’Connor, who said: “Everybody Washington. Preachers. who has read ‘Wise Blood’ thinks The product of the brothers’ fun The songs are “about Christ I’m a hillbilly nihilist, whereas … pastime has received a response and grace and about very human I’m a hillbilly Thomist.” that none anticipated. It was in the things like death,” he said. The Brother Justin Bolger was a pro- Top 10 of the bluegrass Billboard themes are found in tracks such fessional touring musician and charts for about 10 weeks, at one as “What Would You Give in Ex- a sound engineer before enter- point reaching the No. 3 spot, and change for Your Soul?” inviting ing the Dominican order. Brother it also reached the Top 20 of all the listener to contemplate dying Joseph Hagan and others had albums on Amazon. People from and meeting God; “Poor Wayfar- studied music in college. Brother around the world are listening to ing Stranger,” reflecting the expe- Simon had spent summers as a it, reviewing it and often learning rience of pilgrimage; and “Leaning street musician in Asheville, North about St. Thomas Aquinas in the on the Everlasting Arms,” invoking Carolina. process, as they Google, “What is an image of relying on God. “The different skills we brought a Thomist?” People have told the brothers fit well together,” said Brother Jo- Country and bluegrass legend that they see the album as something that they can send to their children who have fallen away from the Church or share with their non-Catholic friends, said MAKE Brother Simon. It is considered “cultural, but at the core of it is 2018 St. Matthew Christianity,” he said. While the songs have deep and Discipleship Conference complex theological themes, part with Deacon Harold Burke-Sivers of the beauty of the bluegrass is its simplicity, said Brother Joseph. June 11-13 | 7 p.m. “The lyrics are very prayerful, if not just simply prayers,” he said. A conference focused on becoming, being, and Since they take vows of obedience, Brother Simon said it is dif- making disciples in our day to day lives, centered on ficult to talk about the future of the 12131-0511 the scriptures found in the Gospel of St. Matthew. band, but added, “We’re all excited to see where the Lord takes it.” n

www.saintmcc.com | 863-324-3040 Sankowski is on the staff of the 1991 Overlook Drive, Winter Haven, FL The Hillbilly Thomists’ album cover is seen prior to the start of their Catholic Standard, newspaper of show at the Catholic Information Center in Washington April 11. the Archdiocese of Washington. May 11-24, 2018 www.thefloridacatholic.org VOCATIONS B15 Ordaining new priests, pope asks them to be merciful

Cindy Wooden description of how, through each blessing. “We ask the Lord to send Catholic News Service sacrament, the new priests would many good workers to labor in his minister to the people. field and also to increase vocations VATICAN CITY | Ordaining 16 “With the sacrament of pen- to consecrated life and to Christian men to the priesthood, Pope Fran- ance, you will remit sins in the marriage,” the pope told the crowd. cis urged them to be merciful with name of Christ and the Church,” Pope Francis also commented the people who approach them, es- he read from the text. “And here on the day’s reading from the Gos- pecially in the confessional. I’m going to stop to ask you, please, pel of John in which Jesus describes Marking the World Day of never tire of being merciful. Think himself as the Good Shepherd. “Je- Prayer for Vocations April 22, the of your sins, your wretchedness, sus says to each person, ‘Your life is pope ordained 11 men for the Dio- which Jesus forgives. Be merciful.” worth so much to me that in order Pope Francis offers a blessing to a candidate for ordination. cese of Rome, four for the Family After the Mass, Pope Francis to save it, I will give myself,’” the of Disciples and one for the Sons went up to the window of his studio pope said. “It is precisely the offer of Divine Providence. The new in the Apostolic Palace to lead the of his life that makes him the Good priests ranged in age from 26 to midday recitation of the “Regina Shepherd par excellence, the one 41 and came from Italy, Colombia, Coeli” prayer with an estimated who heals, the one who enables us Dear Robert Marquez and Daniel Perez, Croatia, El Salvador, Madagascar, 30,000 people gathered below in to live a beautiful and fruitful life.” Myanmar and Vietnam. St. Peter’s Square. Jesus tells his disciples that he As is his custom for ordinations, He brought four of the new knows his sheep and that his sheep Pope Francis used the homily priests with him, inviting them to know him. That relationship, the prescribed by the Italian Missal, join him at the window to greet the pope said, is the key to happiness but paused when he reached the crowd and give the people their and fulfillment. The first step to- We are very proud of ward creating “a living relationship with Jesus,” he said, is “allowing ourselves to be known by him.” our sons that have chosen “Don’t close yourself off; open yourself to the Lord,” the pope said. “He is attentive to each of us, he to walk the path toward knows the depths of our hearts. He knows our virtues and our defects, the plans we have realized and the the Holy Priesthood. hopes that have been dashed. “But he accepts us as we are, even with our sins, in order to heal Very Reverend Robert Webster us, forgive us and guide us with Reverend Augusto Cadavid

love so we can cross even the most Reverend Roy Eco 12114-0511 arduous paths without losing the and the Parish Community of Blessed Sacrament way,” Pope Francis said. “He ac- companies us.” n

Priests lie prostrate during their ordination by Pope Francis during a Mass in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican April 22. The pope urged the With praise and thanksgiving to Almighty God, the new priests to be merciful with people who approach them, especially in the confessional. (PHOTOS BY TOnY GenTile, ReuTeRS | CnS) Vocations Office of the Diocese of Palm Beach joyfully congratulates our two new priests

Reverend Frank D’Amato Reverend Daniel Daza-Jaller

We ask the faith community to please keep 12090-0511 these priests and their new ministry in your prayers.