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ORLANDO DIOCESE PALMPALM BEACH BEACH DIOCESE DIOCESE VENICE DIOCESE DioceseAdvent to ForMothers one parish build IrmaMore rebuilding than celebratetraditions 50 aevery new life day at isSt. taking1,500 attendplace years of life in If you were to enter the sanctuary of St. prepare hearts ThanksgivingMary’s Shelter Veteran’sElizabeth Seton church in Naples Mass it would not reflect the sacred space that it is intended to The mothers became emotional as they shared the Eucharist be. Instead you will see pews taken apart and Advent is a time of longing as the faithful wait to storiesWhile about Thanksgiving their past, which might were come different, once a year,but had Angelo Palmiere, 93, of Nokomis and Epiphany stacked, missing ceiling tiles and bare wood commemorate the birth of Christ on Christmas. similarvolunteers elements of a local of despair, pantry fear, make loneliness sure the andspirit des - Cathedral in Venice, was one of more than 1,500 The Diocese of Orlando will celebrate its 50th where a roof patch was installed. The season marks the beginning of a new litur- peration.of giving thanks to God for blessings and helping people who attended the Veteran’s Day Mass at anniversary on June 18, 2018. Established in 1968, This is the reality for just one of the 33 par- gical year and provides the opportunity to slow othersBut when in need they is talkeda yearlong about tradition. their dreams and goals Sarasota National Cemetery. Palmiere served in the diocese is comprised of 79 parishes and 12 ishes and eight schools in the Diocese of Venice down and focus on the meaning of Christmas. of building“I have never a new seenlife and a group a home of forvolunteers their children, as a tank destroyer unit attached to the 4th Infantry missions, two basilicas, 37 schools, and hundreds that received serious damage when the fero- “The Advent liturgy is always about his coming theyfaithful began as Holyto smile. Name “It hasfood been pantry a tough volunteers,” time,” said Division and took part in the Normandy landings of ministries. cious winds and rain of Hurricane Irma blast- and will we be ready,” said Deacon Juan Cruz of onesaid young Carmelite mother, Father whose Antony name Pulikal, will not pastor be revealed of at Utah Beach. He served until 1945. To commemorate the year, Bishop John Noon- ed across Southwest Florida Sept. 10. When St. Mary Magdalen Parish in Altamonte Springs. forHoly privacy. Name “Iof hadJesus no Parish. job. I Becausehad no security. of volunteer I don’t “It is so nice to have the veterans honored and an has proclaimed a Jubilee Year of the Eucharist making landfall between Marco Island and “Will our lamps be filled with oil to illuminate havesupport much — familyboth from here; the my parish parents and went neighboring back to Hai - remembered,” Palmiere said. “I lost many friends beginning the first Sunday of Advent, Dec. 3, 2017, Everglades City with winds of 115 mph, the the path that Christ is making for us, for our new ti.communities I learned about — the Mary’s parish Shelter food through pantry ministry a church in in Europe and there are so few of us left today. It is through the solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, storm spread a swath of damage up the spine change?” Broward.conducts I its took ministry a bus and every the Thursday. Tri-rail and then anoth- good to know that we won’t be forgotten.” King of the Universe, Nov. 25, 2018. of the state. Click on the ORLANDO DIOCESE above for er busClick to on get the here. PALM I applied BEACH and DIOCESE was accepted.” above for Click on the VENICE DIOCESE above for more more on this story. more on this story. on this story. FLORIDA CATHOLIC | Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 FLORIDACatholic ORLANDO DIOCESE Diocese to celebrate 50 years of life in the Eucharist GLENDA MEEKINS of the Florida Catholic staff

ORLANDO | The Diocese of Orlando will celebrate its 50th anniversary on June 18, 2018. Estab- lished in 1968, the diocese is comprised of 79 parishes and 12 missions, two basilicas, 37 schools, and hundreds of ministries. To commemorate the year, Bishop John Noonan has proclaimed a Jubilee Year of the Eucharist beginning the first Sunday of Advent, Dec. 3, 2017, through the solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe, Nov. 25, 2018. The theme for the year is “Stay with us, Lord” based on the scrip- tural passage in Luke 24 describing Bishop John Noonan celebrates the Eucharist at the Basilica of the road to Emmaus when disciples the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe in Orlando. urged the Lord, “‘Stay with us, for it (COURTESY) is nearly evening and the day is almost over.’ So he went in to stay with into faith formation sessions. Our FYI them. And it happened that, while Lady of Grace Parish in Palm Bay he was with them at table, he took will have a memory wall telling the JUBILEE YEAR OF THE EUCHARIST bread, said the blessing, broke it, story of its own parish journey as GOLDEN ANNIVERSARY DATES and gave it to them. With that their will several schools. Other church- • Dec. 3, 2017: Bishop John eyes were opened and they recog- es will hold thanksgiving novenas, Noonan’s invitation to the Jubilee Year nized him, but he vanished from presentations on the Eucharist, and at. all parishes their sight.” establish Eucharistic communities • March 16-17, 2018: Florida Bishop Noonan said he chose to focusing on being a support for oth- Eucharistic Congress, Jacksonville. establish a Jubilee Year of the Eu- ers. • June 3, 2018: Corpus Christi charist because he wants to take Bishop Noonan’s goals for the Mass and procession, Basilica of the the year “to highlight certain as- year are that the faithful will cel- National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the pects of the liturgy and celebrate ebrate communion by being leaven Universe, Orlando. the wholeness of salvation history to others; to live charity and bring • June 17, 2018: Bishop Noonan throughout the year.” He added, forth the Eucharist as the bond of celebrates Mass on the 50th anniver- “The Eucharist is the summit of love that unites us to Christ; to seek sary, St. James Cathedral, Orlando. our whole belief. We are the body transformation through the Eucha- • June 18, 2018: St. James Cathe- of Christ. The Eucharist brings the rist, and embrace solidarity, bring- dral bells to ring at noon, commemo- sense of unity and community to- ing justice and generosity to one rating the 50th anniversary. gether. We are all joined together another. • Nov. 25, 2018: Closing liturgy of in our belief and as a community In the hopes of community the 50th Jubilee Year, includes apos- of faith, based on the Eucharist and bonding, St. Joseph Parish in Lake- tolic blessings and plenary indulgence. who Christ is.” land is introducing a new ministry As a diocese, he said he hopes called One Bread, One Body. Focus- the Year of the Eucharist “will help ing on Communion, several parish- the people come to know Christ in es will begin “Living the Eucharist,” profound understanding of the Eu- their life and be enriched by the ex- a parish-based program developed charist and live out its implications perience of the word and Eucharist. by Paulist Fathers and designed in daily life. We come together each Sunday and to revitalize spirituality through a During this jubilee year, Bishop what a nice way to remember what more profound experience of Sun- Noonan and Pope Francis will also it’s all about — to come together in day Mass. This is a three-year pro- honor individuals for their extraor- word and Eucharist. I think that this gram occurring during Lent. dinary example of faith that makes is what liturgy is and Eucharist is — Parishes are also encouraged to the Gospel visible. The Mary, Moth- celebrating Christ in our midst.” partake in the “Life in the Eucharist er of God diocesan medal will be Lady of St. Gregory the Great, Pro parish and school plans for par- All parishes are invited to par- Movement,” or LITE, developed in given to local Catholics whose fiat to Ecclesia et Pontifice papal cross, ticipation as well as an outline ticipate in the jubilee celebration. part by Congregation of the Blessed God enkindles a deeper faith in the and the Benemerenti papal medal of events throughout the year Many communities have already Sacrament Father George Dunne, a heart of the people, forms leaders in may also be bestowed by the Holy and a calendar listing of other responded with plans of added Eu- past associate pastor at St. Stephen Christ, and harmonizes ministries Father. parishes celebrating anniversa- charistic Adoration times and in- Parish in Winter Springs. The na- to the mission of the Church. The 50th Anniversary Book- ries can be dowloaded at www. corporating this beautiful tradition tional program aims to develop a Papal medals such as the Knight/ let which includes ideas, various orlandodiocese.org. n Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 2

une 2018 marks the 50th year since Pope Paul VI established the Diocese of Orlando. Never more than at this time do Stay with us, transform something for the better. In the Eucharist, we are Lord (Luke 24:29), burning in our hearts as it did with those transformed into leaven of communion, or a sacrament of disciples on the road to Emmaus. unity and we realize that we are one human family through, As a local Church which today comprises nine counties of Central Florida, we see the Lord’s faithfulness to us through us to Christ to carry out His mission of making known the these 50 years, as we continue to grow in numbers of faithful to the Lord. in our sisters and brothers who are hungry, thirsty, sick and imprisoned. Eucharistic spiritualty must embrace the whole During this jubilee year, the faithful of this local Church of our lives. Each of us is truly called, together with Jesus, to recommit ourselves to the Eucharist as the source and be bread broken for the life of the world. summit of our Christian life. In our own physical reality, food plays a primary role in our well-being. In our spiritual We long to recognize Jesus Christ the Lord in the breaking reality, food plays a primary role in the story of salvation, of the bread. We desire to dine in the kingdom of God. from the forbidden fruit in the garden which brings forth sin We seek conversion, that as we dine with Jesus, we are and death to the food of Christ’s body on the tree of the cross transformed by His presence. We plead for forgiveness and which brings forth everlasting life. St. Augustine, writing on the nature of this sacred food, hears God say, “I am the hospitality of God as we open our arms to each other in food of grown men; grow, and you shall feed upon me; nor welcome. We make ready our heart as we bring justice and

but you shall be changed into me.” It is not the Eucharistic hope today that through the Eucharist, we too can taste and food that is changed into us, but rather we who are mysteriously transformed by it. Christ nourishes us by the end of the age” (Matthew 28:20). uniting us to His Body; “He draws us into the life of the We turn to our Patroness, Mary, the Mother of God, who by Trinity in giving us His Body as our Bread of Life.” given to us as the Bread of Life through the Eucharist.

the Diocese of Orlando, do hereby proclaim 2018 as a Year of the Eucharist. I call upon the holy people of God of the the Blood of Christ.” In these signs, Christ the Lord willed Diocese of Orlando to observe this year with renewed fervor to entrust to us His Body and Blood which He shed for the for the Eucharist and through the blessing of the Father, His only begotten Son, and the fruit of the Holy Spirit, yield the Spirit of the Lord to all the people. believe that Christ is in the head but not in the body: rather, He is complete in the head and in the body.” May our urgent prayer, Stay with us, Lord, echo throughout the land as we, through the Gift of the Eucharist, bring forth What the world needs is God’s love; in that, we need to the love of God with all our heart, with all our soul, and with encounter the Christ and to believe in Him. In his message all our mind. to the bishops of the United States in November 2016, Pope

to ‘go out’ from its comfort zone and to be a leaven of communion: Communion among ourselves, with our fellow Most Reverend John Noonan Christians, and with all who seek a future of hope.” Bishop of Orlando 3 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017

et, O Lord, you are our father; we are the clay and you the potter; we are all the ‘Y work of your hands’ — Is 64:7 FLORIDA Catholic As diocese celebrates 50 years, DIOCESE OF ORLANDO rededicate yourselve to the Eucharist Vol. 79, No. 2 50 East Robinson St. My Sisters and Brothers in Christ, we prepare ourselves for his com- God who continues to suffer in our ity toward each other, to fulfill his P.O. Box 1800 ing of our heart. It is fitting that we sisters and brothers who are hun- mission. We take hope today that Orlando, FL 32802-1800 407-246-4800 Fax 407-246-4942 On this First Sunday of Advent, consider the gifts of God which we gry, thirsty, sick and imprisoned. through the Eucharist, we too can we begin not only a new liturgical are and how we join Jesus in offer- As we leave the sanctuary of the taste and feel Jesus’ fulfilled prom- PUBLISHER year, we also embark upon the Ju- ing ourselves as sacrifice upon the space within the Church building, ise, “I am with you always, even to Bishop John Noonan bilee Year of the Diocese of Orlando altar each time we participate in the we enter into the sanctuary of God’s the end of the age” (Mt 28:20). as we celebrate its 50th birthday, celebration of Mass. Pope Francis kingdom on earth to make holy Pope Francis talked about the DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS dedicating this year as the said, “At every celebration each moment of our daily living, to nourishment we receive from the Jennifer Drow [email protected] Year of the Eucharist. of Mass, our lives, offered be as Christ to each one we encoun- Eucharist: “In the bread of life, the As the prophet Isaiah so in union with Christ’s ter. The Eucharist is our heavenly Lord comes to us, making himself WRITER/PHOTOGRAPHER beautifully identifies the sacrifice on the cross, be- nourishment. Christ nourishes a humble meal that lovingly heals Glenda Meekins core of our being, that we come, in him, an offering us by uniting us to his body: “He our memory, wounded by life’s [email protected] are of the Father, so too we of praise and thanksgiving draws us into the life of the Trinity frantic pace of life. … The Eucharist 407-246-4808 seek to bring forth the Fa- pleasing to the Father, for in giving us his body as our bread is flavored with Jesus’ words and To submit a request for news coverage ther’s goodness through- the salvation of the world.” of life.” deeds, the taste of his passion, the in the Diocese of Orlando, email news@ out the altar of the earth If we seek heaven on We long to recognize Jesus fragrance of his Spirit.” orlandodiocese.org. Bishop for which we are entrusted John earth, the Eucharist is Christ the Lord in the breaking of During this season of Advent, • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: as his children. our only source. As we the bread. We desire to dine in the we are keenly aware of our Blessed Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, During this Jubilee Noonan join Christ upon the altar kingdom of God. We seek conver- Mother’s fiat, so joyfully offered or customerservice@theflorida Year, I call upon all people during the celebration of sion, that as we dine with Jesus, we to God in the fulfillment of salva- catholic.org — young, old, poor, rich, Mass, we offer ourselves are transformed by his presence. tion history: “My soul proclaims infirmed, healthy, married, single in the depth of our weakness, of We plead for forgiveness and ask the greatness of the Lord. My spirit Notify us of address changes (temporary — to rededicate our lives to the Eu- our uncertainty, of our straying how to offer his peace to each other. exalts in God my Savior.” May we or permanent) as soon as possible. Please change your address online at Florida charist, the source and summit of from him. We join within the bond We await the hospitality of God as also rejoice as members of the body Catholic or call Tammy at 1-888-275-9953. our Christian living. In the spirit of love uniting us to Christ to carry we open our arms to each other in of Christ and become the work of of this Advent season, we prepare out his mission of making known welcome. We make ready our heart God’s hands. n • ADVERTISING: Contact Valerie Casko at the way for the coming of Christ, the presence of God in our midst, a as we bring justice and generos- 407-373-0075 or [email protected] • CLASSIFIED ADS: Contact Mike Carlock at 1-888-275-9953, or REFLECTION OF AN ARMY CHAPLAIN [email protected]

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ORLANDO | St. Andrew Parish celebrated Black Catholic History Month Nov. 12 with music from its gospel choir and recognition of local youths who participated in an essay contest. The gospel choir sang a lively ren- dition of “Come Let Us Worship the Lord” for the opening song at Mass as a way to commemorate the event. Vincent Howard, music director, leads the gospel choir at St. Andrew Vincent Howard, music director, led Parish during a Mass Nov. 12 to commemorate Black Catholic History the 11-member choir, which was ac- Month. companied by drums, piano and guitar. awareness that there were black “If he wasn’t a very important part “The more lively the music, the saints with a Catholic influence of the Catholic Church, then I don’t more it brings the message of the St. Andrew parishioner Dorcas Dillard, right, presents a $200 check, in the Church. You don’t see a lot know who is.” love of Christ,” Howard said. certificate and Bible to Ruben, a St. Andrew eighth-grader, for of black representation across the Father Leo Hodges said the essay Deacon Larry Herbert delivered winning first place in the essay contest on St. Ignatius of Antioch. The country and not a lot of black Afri- contest and Black Catholic History the homily at the Mass dedicated contest brought awareness to area youths on the influence of black can priests. They need to know they Month brought about awareness of to Black Catholic History Month, saints in Catholic history. (PHOTOS BY CHRISTINE COMMERCE | FC) are welcome, and that there are oth- the saints from Africa and helped which was designated July 24, 1990, ers who have done great things in young people realize their influ- by the National Black Catholic Cler- color what we see going on. Do we helped coordinate the essay con- the Church and have made a difference. gy Caucus of the United States to turn a blind eye to all the things go- test, said she hopes to see more sur- ence.” “It’s important because African- celebrate the long history and proud ing on around us?” Deacon Herbert rounding parishes become involved The first-place winner of this Americans have been instrumen- heritage of black Catholics. asked. “If we are waiting for just one next year. A call was put out to three year’s essay contest was Ruben, an tal in the Catholic Church,” Father He said like the image of the thing, we don’t want to put so little parishes for students to write an es- eighth-grade student at St. Andrew Hodges said. “It’s not only important brides waiting for their bridegrooms oil in our daily lamps that we don’t say on how St. Ignatius of Antioch School. Through his research of St. for African-Americans (to know), in the Gospel reading, we are always seek all the beauty going on around influenced the Catholic Church and Ignatius, he learned how the saint but for all of the Church.” n waiting for something — whether us. If we are waiting for something them personally. helped the Catholic Church through it’s in the grocery store line, coffee to happen, know that Jesus is there “Our first goal is to bring about his leadership and how black people For more information on how to get shop, or to catch a flight in the air- waiting with us, and he loves us so more awareness of influential Cath- also influenced the Church. involved with black Catholic min- port. much. And in waiting, we are given olic people of color to the Catho- “I learned I should never give up istries at St. Andrew Parish, email “It makes a difference of how we the grace to accept the outcome.” lic community,” she said. “I think in anything I do and continue to [email protected]. wait. Who we are waiting with can Parishioner Dorcas Dillard, who it’s important because there’s not teach the word of God,” Ruben said.

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Photo (from left): Sister Gloria Rodríguez, MGSpS, 80; Father Albert Bunsic, OCD, 81; 11646-1124 Sister Alfonsina Sanchez, OCD, 96; Sister Mary Ann Hanson, SND, 79. ©2017 United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. All rights reserved. Photographer: Jim Judkis. 5 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Puerto Ricans recover in an unexpected place GLENDA MEEKINS to another restaurant farther away family in a nearby hotel room with of the Florida Catholic staff with less hours. He could not cover a small refrigerator and microwave. his family’s expenses, so the move The girls have not begun school due ORLANDO | In the days pre- to Orlando was their only option. to their lack of permanent housing, ceding Hurricane Irma, José Her- Otero recalled their arrival to but they will join their mother in nandez’s family began preparing the airport welcome center where English classes through Catholic supplies for a few days, as all pro- almost 30 agencies from through- Charities’ pre-literacy program, jections indicated that their town out the region, including Catholic and the family is taking advantage of Vega Alta, Puerto Rico, would not Charities of Central Florida, were of the mission market until their receive a direct hit from the storm. assembled to support the influx of situation becomes stable. The strong winds caused falling residents. “Going from table to table Hernandez is now working. “If trees that blocked roads and cut off at the airport, I felt lost. I felt I had no we got here, there is a reason,” he power. Within days, there was an- support and no idea where to go or said. “Meanwhile, we move on. other storm on the horizon. With how to begin. But arriving at Julio’s Thanks to the helping hand of Hurricane Maria quickly approach- table, he took care of us,” she said as Catholic Charities, we will move ing, Hernandez, his mother, Diana she tried to control her emotion. forward. Finding a friend in Julio, Otero, and two sisters had no time Julio Rivera is Catholic Charities’ amidst all that is happening, gives to prepare. emergency services manager. “I un- us hope that me and my family will “By the time we left 28 days after Julio Rivera, right, Catholic Charities’ emergency services manager, derstand their suffering,” said the overcome this just as many other Hurricane Maria hit, we still had meets with Jose Hernandez, left, and his family, who recently arrived native Puerto Rican. “It’s one thing Puerto Ricans.” not received power,” Hernandez from Puerto Rico following Hurricane Maria. (GLENDA MEEKINS | FC) to hear about something like this “One can never imagine that said. “We have friends here in Or- happening. But when it happens to something like this would have lando who had left before us and prove our situation.” working as a waiter in a local restau- your own, it has a different impact. happened to us,” Otero added, “but explained that the governor was al- Without power many, like Otero, rant chain while waiting to begin a This is my homeland and these are God never abandons us. Sometimes lowing people to come from Puerto had lost their jobs. Hernandez had new job at a television station. The my people.” he tests us, but he always sends peo- Rico and receive aid in Orlando. We been a promising communications eatery where he worked suffered se- In partnership with the United ple to help us along the way.” n understood it was our chance to im- student going to university and was vere damage and he was relocated Way, Rivera was able to settle the Red Mass offers a light for the path GLENDA MEEKINS The Mass dates back to 13th- if I go into criminal justice law, I of the Florida Catholic staff century France. The color red could be defending criminals and is predominantly evident and that will be hard and against my ORLANDO | The Catholic thus gives the Mass its name and Christian values. Today I can see Lawyers Guild of Central Florida’s meaning, as a sign of the Holy how my faith would help me get signature event, the Red Mass, Spirit and the blood those in the through those decisions.” was celebrated Nov. 3 at St. James legal profession are willing to Following the Mass, members Cathedral. Bishop John Noonan, shed in the pursuit of truth and gathered for the presentation of who guided the formation of the justice. two awards. The St. Martin de guild and its mission, celebrated Emily, a Bishop Moore Catholic Porres award, given each year the Red Mass during which those High School senior, came to the to an organization demonstrat- serving in the legislative, execu- Mass for the first time because ing charity to those in need, was tive and judicial branches of gov- she is interested in a career as a awarded to Lighthouse Central ernment call upon the Holy Spirit criminal justice attorney. “I have Florida. The organization has as- to inspire and guide them. Among never really pictured law to be assisted those with vision loss for those present were two Florida sociated with my Catholic faith,” more than 40 years, providing Supreme Court justices, judges, she said, “so I thought it was cool education, independent life skills lawyers and members of the legal that I would get a mix of both of and job placement. community. those today because I know that, The St. Thomas More Award Members of the legal community renew their oath to truth and was given to Glenn Adams, at- justice during the Red Mass celebrated by Bishop John Noonan Nov. torney at national law firm Hol- 3. (GLENDA MEEKINS | FC) land and Knight. He was selected for his tireless work for various and said, “I was led to this path” dear.” He hopes that serves as a charitable organizations and his noting that he always “prayed for witness to others in his daily life. contribution to the Legal Aid So- wisdom” as he was young and not Bishop Noonan reiterated the ciety of the Orange County Bar confident in his abilities. difficulty of that ideal as he re- Association for the past 27 years. Aside from daily prayer, “I try ferred in his homily to Supreme There he has helped those who to lead my life in a certain way,” Court Justice Antonin Scalia’s cannot afford legal counsel while Adams added. “I lead by follow- collection of speeches, reflec- living out his Catholic faith and ing the golden rule. I treat people tions on faith, law and life. He belief in serving his neighbor. He as I would like to be treated. That quoted Scalia, saying, “The seri- credits his mother with his faith reflects on the values that I hold ous Christian must be a pilgrim, an alien citizen sometimes, a bit different from the world around him or her.” In his closing remarks Bishop Noonan added, “You were not only trained to know the law, but to believe the law. And the greatest law that you’ve been given is the one God gives you every day:

10186-1124 to know and love God; to know and love your brothers and sisters in a way that truly will bring not

11421-1124 only justice, but peace and truth into our world today.” n Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 6 NEWS FROM around the diocese

SEMINOLE COUNTY ness to patients suffering from dementia. For years, Loomis and her artist friends would make “utili- Thanksgiving tarian” Christmas gifts for people in nearby nursing homes — bibs, blessings paid robes, blankets. One day while mak- forward ing a delivery, she noticed the place could use some sprucing up. What While most of us look forward to little art was available could not be family and friends gathered around easily seen by patients who could a turkey, many families throughout not walk. the diocese lack the means to share “As an artist, I really wanted to get in the feast. In early November, St. artwork in there,” she said. “(I won- Stephen Parish in Winter Springs dered), ‘Where am I going to put my collected supplies to help 150 fami- artwork?’ And bingo, I thought right lies from 15 schools in Seminole there on the wheelchair, so when County celebrate Thanksgiving. they’re lined up they have some- The boxes contained six to seven thing to look at. They can reach out meals, including fixings for Thanks- and touch.” giving dinner. Her desire was to make some- The parish has united behind Pictured is a 3-D wheelchair cover thing “tactfully stimulating and this worthy event for 19 years. “We made by Margaret Loomis of St. beautiful” so she enlisted the help started with 50-60 boxes and have A soldier high-fives a Basilica School of St. Paul student while picking Peter Parish in DeLand to help of her art group and created the dementia patients. (COURTESY been blessed to increase it each up letters of thanks the students wrote. (COURTESY PHOTO) Wheelchair Art Ministry at her PHOTO) year,” said Gail Dula, outreach co- parish. So far she has made more ordinator. “We are seeing a greater son who are in the service,” she ex- School of St. Paul in Daytona Beach than 30 covers with bright yarn need this year especially because of plained. “I see firsthand how much took time out to write letters of and raised stitching. And she tries the Puerto Rican crisis and schools they sacrifice — time with their thanksgiving for soldiers in training unit. After joining a family support to make images of things these pa- getting extra families.” families, their life, their well-being, at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri. group for Fort Wood Army families, tients loved before they started los- For three days, everything comes safety and many other things just so More than 60 letters were blessed by her group brought up the issue of ing their memory, such as fairy tales, out of the food pantry and is added we can have peace here at home.” Deacon Edwin Cardona Oct. 19, and how to support soldiers who did not music and NASCAR. to what has been collected. Then pa- And blanket business is boom- received by Army sergeants. receive encouragement from home. Thanks to a serendipitous en- rishioners help package and deliver ing. With the help of Catholic Chari- As part of a service project for the “God opened a window, so we are counter with Dr. Ann Mayo, a pro- the boxes. Faith formation students ties of Central Florida, two full bags U.S. Army, second-, third- and sev- reaching out,” Hicks said. fessor whose specialty is dementia, also take part, decorating pictures have already been delivered to enth-grade classes led by teachers the covers will now be part of clini- and writing messages for the top of Cornerstone Hospice Center. “The Anastasia Deligianis, Erin Roszaks, Awakening the cal trials in three states, working to each box. Middle school students veterans are always moved to tears and Mark Wetherell wrote letters to determine the effect art has on these make Thanksgiving cards for inside. by the handmade blankets,” said the Alpha training Company 2-48, mind through art isolated patients. Sixty additional A parishioner, who would like Margaret Welsh, Cornerstone’s giving thanks for their service and Wheelchairs are becoming works wheelchair covers are needed for to remain anonymous, has partici- community relations coordinator. encouraging them in their train- of art thanks to Margaret Loomis, other clinical trials. Loomis offers pated in the event with her children “They can’t believe someone took ing. The idea came about because retired nurse and parishioner at St. workshops on first Tuesdays. To for more than 15 years, to give back time to make something so beauti- the daughter of Jeannie Hicks, the Peter Parish in DeLand. Loomis is learn more, call 386-734-5785. n what they have been given. To- ful for them.” school’s office manager, is in the using her creativity to bring aware- gether they go one step further and The dedicated artist remains assist with Thanksgiving Day meal steadfast. “I would make them every Pride Mobility • Jazzy Powerchairs • Golden lift chairs • harMar lifts • QuantuM rehab

and activities at Pathways to Care, single day until my hands fell off if I aMiGo a transitional rehabilitation center could, but I am not financially able for the homeless in Casselberry. She to do that,” she said. Even though noted St. Stephen faith formation she is not able to deliver the blankets students also visit the Pathways resi- herself, she’s content to think about • essential Medical Presti Ge dents throughout the year to spend the happiness they bring. time with them and serve. “I wish I could visit these veterans “All of us are not too far from be- or go to hospitals to pay my respects, ing homeless,” she stated. “It just but I am not able to do that in such a takes a serious illness or a loss of a rural town,” she explained. “So if my job. And Christ tells us, ‘What you blankets can reach at least a few vets do for the least of my brothers, you who have put their life on the line do for me.’ It’s a moment where they for me, I believe that it is well worth can forget about their illness, their it and the least I can do.” misfortunes and just be another It’s not just veterans who hold a person at the table.” special place in this woman’s heart. She also designs blankets for the patients’ dedicated family members. POLK COUNTY But if you ask her, she’s the one receiving the biggest gift of all. “It is an Grateful honor. God put this in my heart and / PM i I am happy to do it.”

grandmother gives • Pride l If you would like to help, email Bar- back to veterans bara Cage, CCCF senior programs A faithful grandmother in Polk coordinator, at [email protected]. County is keeping busy this fall fe- verishly knitting red, white and blue ift c yarn into patriotic treasures. These VOLUSIA COUNTY

America-themed afghans are gifted hairs to veterans in hospice care, and Supporting 11316-1124 while she does not want to be recognized, you can’t help but admire her our soldiers • shoPrider • drive / devilbiss Pvi convaid Probasics work. “I have family and a grand- Three classes at the Basilica invacare Medical Products • Pacesaver Mobility • tilite wheelchairs • Merits walkers 7 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017

[email protected], St. Luke’s DIOCESAN EVENTS EVENTS WITH BISHOP NOONAN TO SUBMIT Free Medical and Dental Clinic in Eustis; [email protected], St. Diaconate formation Mass for feast of the San Pedro Christmas Gala: To submit parish, school, Immaculate Conception: Saturday, Dec. 16, 6-9 p.m., San diocesan or related event Thomas Free Medical Clinic in St. information nights to learn more Cloud. about this calling and its formation Friday, Dec. 8, noon, St. James Pedro Spiritual Development information to be considered program. Deacon Joe Gassman, Cathedral, 215 N. Orange Center, 2400 Dike Road, Winter for publication in the Life Choices Women’s 407-246-4897. Ave., Orlando. Free parking Park. Join Bishop Noonan in Diocese of Orlando and Center, a Catholic pro-life available at the northwest raising funds for San Pedro Florida Catholic calendar of pregnancy resource center, 600 • Tuesday, Dec. 5, 7-9 p.m., corner of Orange Avenue and summer camps. Dinner, live events, please visit www. E. Altamonte Drive, Altamonte Resurrection Parish, Lakeland. Robinson Street. Please arrive and silent auctions, and live orlandodiocese.org/our- Springs, is in need of volunteer • Thurs., Dec. 7, 7-9 p.m., Holy early. 407-422-2005. entertainment. 407-671-6322, diocese/events-calendar/ lay counselors (training provided), Name of Jesus Parish, Indialantic. www.sanpedrocenter.org. and click “Suggest Event.” nurses to perform ultrasounds • Tues., Dec. 12, 7-9 p.m., Our Submissions should be (training provided), administrative Lady of Hope Parish, Deltona. received 4-6 weeks prior to assistance, handymen, help with • Thurs., Dec. 14, 7-9 p.m., St. Benjamin Berinti, Missionaries the date of the event. Not all light cleaning, and receptionists. Timothy Parish, Lady Lake. RETREATS/DAYS of the Most Precious Blood. $15, submissions will be printed Also accepting donations of baby • Tues., Dec. 19, 7-9 p.m., St. OF REFLECTION includes light breakfast and lunch. due to space limitations and items, especially diapers and wipes. Mary Magdalen Parish, Altamonte Day ends with Mass. other considerations. Drop off during office hours. 321- Springs. San Pedro Center retreats: • San Pedro book club: 422-4168. Various dates, 2400 Dike Saturday, Jan. 20, 9:30-11:30 a.m., Road, Winter Park. For more Administrative Conference Room. Language interpreters to help deaf MASSES/PRAYER information or to register: www. Led by Father Blase Romano. Free. or hearing-impaired individuals SECULAR sanpedrocenter.org/retreats- Donations are welcome. fully participate in the celebration SESSIONS programs, 407-671-6322. of Mass each week. Position COMMUNITIES requires yearlong commitment to • San Pedro book club: Saturday, Feast of the Holy Innocents serving one Saturday or Sunday Lay Carmelites, first Saturdays, Dec. 9, 9:30-11:30 a.m., St. John COMMUNITY Mass per week, and a diocesan 9 a.m.-noon, Annunciation prayer service: Thursday, Dec. 28, the Apostle, Building 300. Led 8 a.m., St. Mary Magdalen Parish, EVENTS background screening. Must be 18 Parish, 1020 Montgomery Road, by Father Blase Romano. Free. and older. www.cflcc.org/volunteer. Altamonte Springs. Lay Carmelite Marian Grotto, 861 Maitland Ave., Donations are welcome. Altamonte Springs. Sponsored Basilica Concert Series 2017- Catholic Charities of Central order of the Blessed Virgin Mary is • Senior day: “Preparing for by Respect Life Ministry. Bilingual 18: Basilica of the National Shrine Florida seeks volunteers for the an association of mainly laypersons Christmas with the Heart of Mary,” service will remember and pray for of Mary, Queen of the Universe, following programs. Visit www. who commit themselves “to live Thursday, Dec. 14, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. all young deaths. All are invited, 8300 Vineland Ave., Orlando. cflcc.org /volunteer or contact in the following of Jesus Christ” Led by Sister Maria Teresa, Servants especially those who have lost a Tickets: maryqueenoftheuniverse. [email protected] or 407- according to the charism, traditions of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus and child. Bring an ornament to hang org, 407-239-6600. 658-1818, ext. 1026. and spirit of Carmelite order. Terri Mary. $15, includes light breakfast on the Christmas tree as part of the • Christmas with the Basilica West, [email protected], and lunch. Day ends with Mass. • Refugee Youth Services service. Choir, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m. Program seeks adults to serve 407-925-6274, http://www.lcarmacc. • Family night: “A Celebration Interpreted Mass for the • From Sea to Shining Sea, Feb. as mentors. Mentors are caring com. of Christmas,” Wednesday, Dec. deaf: Sundays, 11 a.m. Mass, 18, 2018, 3 p.m. friends and positive role models, 20, 6-8 p.m. Annual live Nativity Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, 1014 and help youths with learning featuring live animals, Christmas • Come to Us Creative Spirit: A N. Halifax Ave., Daytona Beach. English, understanding homework SUPPORT carols, food and holiday treats, Celebration of Pentecost, May 20, An American Sign Language assignments, and making sense Christmas crafts. Free, with food 2018, 3 p.m. interpreter will be provided to sign. of a new culture. Must be at least MINISTRIES/ and treats for sale. Living Nativity play: Dec. 9, 6 Meet in the café, 10:15 a.m., for a p.m., All Souls Parish, 3280 W. First 18, participate in training, have PEER GROUPS “deaf coffee chat” with pastries. • Senior day: “What’s going background check and commit to on here? Paying closer attention St., Sanford. Free. Jenny Mansingh, 386-255-0433. Kelly Lane: 407-322-3795. at least three hours per week. Be Sunshine Seniors, third during Mass,” Thursday, Jan. 11, a mentor and change a life. Jacob. Thursdays, noon (except in the 50th founding celebration 2018, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Led by Father [email protected], 410-218-4041. summer), Blessed Trinity Parish, of Holy Spirit Parish: Fridays, 4545 Anderson Road, Orlando. through Tuesday, July 31, 2018, • Hospitality volunteers are Enjoy a potluck lunch, outings and 4 p.m., 2309 Holder Road, Mims. needed to staff front desk of the faith. Turner Flynn, 407-277-1702. Original founders and their food pantry in Orlando. Volunteers children are urged to contact the are needed three-four hours each Separated and divorced: parish office, 321-269-2282, to be week to greet guests, gather food • Mondays, 7:30 p.m., Holy included in events, even if they bags, organize the reception area Redeemer Parish, 1603 N. Thacker, may have left the area. and restock the front counter. Kissimmee. Sylvester, 407-406- “Catholics Returning Home”: • Pantry needs individuals 0707. St. Vincent de Paul Parish, 5323 or groups (maximum of five) to • Catholic Divorce Survival Christmas Benefit Concert E. County Road 462, Wildwood. sort and stock food donations. Guide, Tuesdays, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Informal sessions offered for Volunteer shifts are Monday-Friday, Cost: $30, scholarships available; non-practicing Catholics who are 9 a.m.-noon, and 1-4:30 p.m. first Fridays, Mass and dinner, Featuring seeking answers to questions about • Emergency Family Services social; St. Margaret Mary Parish, Maureen McGovern returning to the faith. Deacon Dan clerical/administrative volunteers in 526 Park Ave. N., Winter Park. Lori Pallo, [email protected], Orlando to assist with data entry, Reinneck, lori@stmargaretmary. 352-391-9338. copying, filing and organization. org, 407-645-0284. Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. • Coffee and conversation, DINNER AND CONCERT • Receptionist with Family second Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Our Lady ANNOUNCEMENTS Empowerment Program in of Lourdes, 1014 N. Halifax Ave., Winter Haven: Volunteers answer Daytona Beach. Leslie Bonner, 386- Catholic Charities mission phones, greet guests, schedule 265-1199. market (formerly food pantry) appointments, operate copy and • “Divorce Care Ministry Adults needs donations. Please consider fax machine. Monday-Friday, 9 and Children,” Mondays, 6:30-8 donating personal care items such a.m.-noon. Martha.Murphy@cflcc. p.m., Holy Name of Jesus, 3050 N. DATE : DECEMBER 2, 2017 as: toothbrushes, toothpaste, org; 863-299-7983, ext. 103. Highway A1A, Indialantic. Program mouthwash, floss, hand soap, • Refugee resettlement mentors teaches children how God’s love body wash, shampoo/conditioner, in Orlando to “adopt-a-family” can strengthen and help them find TIME: 6:30pm deodorant, feminine care products, to help introduce newly arrived hope and joy; parents can attend toilet paper, diapers and baby refugees to American culture the adult Divorce Care program TICKET COST: $90.00 wipes. Mission Market, 1771 N. and help them learn and practice the same evening. 321-773-2783. Semoran Blvd., Orlando. Donations English. Families with incarcerated loved Deadline for ticket sales Nov. 27, 2017 accepted Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.- • Furniture pickups and ones: 4:30 p.m. 407-658-1818, ext. 2335. apartment setups in Orlando: • Third Saturdays, 9 a.m., St. PLACE: HOLY FAMILY CHURCH Volunteers help staff pick up Mary Magdalen Parish, Mother furniture and set up apartments Teresa Room, 861 Maitland Ave., VOLUNTEERS for refugees before they arrive. Altamonte Springs. 407-463-5780 NEEDED Must be 18 or older and able to lift or email [email protected]. Corporate Sponsorship Available furniture. Bereavement support St. Vincent de Paul Orlando • Volunteer medical groups: provides volunteer opportunities professionals such as MDs, PAs, • Blessed Trinity Parish, Building through its stores and food RNs, OBGYNs, EKG technicians, L, 5 S.E. 17th St., Ocala, multiple For Ticket information go to pantries for students needing endocrinologists, orthopedic groups; and first Wednesdays, 7-9 volunteer hours. Apply at surgeons, certified health p.m. Compassionate Friends, Ocala Www.holyfamilyorlando.com svdporlando.org. educators, general and nurse chapter, for bereaved families who practitioners needed at each clinic. 407-876-2211 11696-1124 Sign language volunteers: have experienced the death of a Parishes throughout the diocese [email protected], Lazarus child. Peggy McClaskey, 352-694- need volunteer American Sign Free Medical Clinic in Wildwood; 2978. Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY 8

Priesthood as seen NEWSbriefs through the eyes of tive director. For more information, foods their family will eat,” said Tes- food bank will be picked up by na- Henri Nouwen Collection helps visit retiredreligious.org. ter. He and the Catholic Charities tionally recognized Feeding Tampa GLENDA MEEKINS aging religious team have been studying the needs Bay — part of the Feeding America of the Florida Catholic staff New mission of the underserved in Polk County network — which will also harmo- A collection will be held across for the past two years to strategically nize with the mission markets to be ORLANDO | Diocesan priests the diocese Dec. 2-3 for the Retire- markets coming place these markets where they can created in Polk County, providing a attended an Aging with Grace re- ment Fund for Religious. This an- to Polk County do the most good. Tester will seek to variety of support to ensure resourc- treat Nov. 6-7 at San Pedro Spiri- nual appeal benefits 32,000 elderly harmonize this food ministry with es to feed those who hunger. tual Development Center in Winter Catholic sisters, brothers and reli- Gary Tester, executive direc- parishes in Polk County, and will “The Agape Food Bank has pro- Park, reflecting on the life of Henri gious order priests whose religious tor of Catholic Charities of Central work with them to determine loca- vided a beautiful ministry to indi- Nouwen, the Dutch Catholic priest, congregations lack adequate retire- Florida, announced plans to bring tions, with strong attention given to viduals and families in Polk County professor, theologian and author. ment funding. The collection is co- two new mission markets to Polk Lake Wales and Lakeland. Efforts for more than 30 years. As we exam- Professor Michael Higgins, a re- ordinated by the National Religious County. Replicating the mission will also be undertaken to intensify ine the changing needs throughout nowned scholar on the late theolo- Retirement Office in Washington, market in Orlando, located on the the existing food pantry in Winter Polk County, it is clear our ministry gian, presented insight into Nou- D.C. Nearly $31 million was raised main campus of Catholic Charities, Haven. As part of this transition, the charism is in the operation of local wen’s life through his books and in 2016. “We are humbled and pro- they will have a farmer’s market feel Catholic Charites of Central Florida parish-based pantries with Feeding favorite paintings. The priests had foundly grateful for the love and with fresh fruits, vegetables, bread board of directors decided to cease Tampa Bay playing the important the opportunity to study paintings support of Catholics across the and more. “We’ve moved to a choice most operations at the Agape Food food bank role,” Tester said. “Please significant to Nouwen’s spiritual nation,” said Presentation Sister pantry orientation that supports Bank in Lakeland by the end of De- pray for the success of these new journey and shared in his struggles Stephanie Still, the NRRO’s execu- our neighbors’ opportunity to select cember 2017. 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LINDA REEVES of the Florida Catholic staff Mothers build TUART | The mothers became emotional as they shared stories about their past, which were different, but had similar elements of despair, fear, loneliness and desperation.S But when they talked about their dreams and goals of building a new life and a home for their children, they began to smile. a new life “It has been a tough time,” said one young at Mary’s Shelter mother, whose name will not be revealed for privacy. “I had no job. I had no security. I don’t have much family here; my parents went back to Haiti. I learned about Mary’s Shelter through a church in Broward. I took a bus and the Tri-rail and then another bus to get here. I applied and was accepted.” This young woman in her 30s was more than five months pregnant when she showed up at the doorstep of Mary’s Shelter in Stuart with a great deal of hope that she would be placed into the strict program with rules, routines, chores, studies and opportunities. Her fiancé left her on the streets when he learned about the two babies she was carrying. As it turns out, the twin girls were born Sept. 2, each weighing nearly 5.5 pounds. The little girls have resided with their mother at their new home at Mary’s Shelter since being brought there from the hospital wrapped in pink blankets. The tiny babies continue to A mother who resides at Mary’s Shelter holds her twin girls born in early September. Enrolled in religion classes to receive the receive oohhs and aahhs from everyone who sacrament of confirmation, she hopes to have her little girls baptized soon. (LINDA REEVES | FC) sees them. “Mary’s Shelter has not only assisted more programs and we can help more wom- decisions that changed her life forever. Her FUNDRAISERS me with housing, but the people here have en,” said Gina Thompson, director of Mary’s parents were the ones who found out about helped my mind, body and soul,” said the Shelter, which currently has four women and Mary’s Shelter and helped her get accepted new mother. “It’s my home. I love these peo- three babies residing there. Two housemoth- into the program. ple. I honestly feel blessed to find this place. ers live on the property and take shifts. Vol- At the present time, the teen is headed in all They are helping me come back to my faith, unteers and a limited staff are also part of the the right directions, working on high school and I want to get my girls baptized.” ministry. academic tests, hoping to pass and then go on To date, nearly 150 women have been “Mary’s Shelter endeavors to meet wom- to further her education. “I like Mary’s Shel- through the doors of Mary’s Shelter, sharing en where they are when they come through ter,” she said. “I never thought my life would their stories and seeking help. The ministry our door, and support and empower them take a turn like this. The shelter is structured. is now celebrating eight years since it was in all aspects of their lives to become the Structure is what I needed. Everyone here is Brick walkway: Donors may purchase bricks conceived and given life during Advent 2009. best version of themselves,” said Thompson. kind and sweet.” to be part of the walkway leading to the doors Mary’s Shelter ministry is aimed at serv- “Through God’s grace and guidance, we see Another young mother in her 20s also of Mary’s Shelter, which are always open to ing homeless mothers and babies. The tran- our residents’ lives begin to transform and spoke to the Florida Catholic. She clutched provide help and love. Names of family mem- sitional living facility provides care, safety, blossom, and that’s what makes Mary’s Shel- her baby, born Aug. 29, as she told the story bers and friends or deceased loved ones can education, love and support, and is made ter so unique. We may not touch hundreds of about her life talking a turn. She did not have be engraved on the bricks. To purchase a brick, possible through volunteers who help, and lives each year, but the lives we do touch are a job and was living with her boyfriend, also please call 772-223-5000. through donations of generous contributors changed dramatically and these changes will out of work, on the streets. He was abusing Mary’s Shelter fashion show and lun- and funds raised from events like Mary Shel- impact not only the woman, but her child and her. She ended up pregnant and scared with cheon: Jan. 16, 2018, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m., Wil- ter’s annual fashion show, coming up in Jan- the generations to come.” no one to turn to. loughby Golf Club, 3001 S.E. Doubleton Drive, uary at the Willoughby Golf Club in Stuart. The average stay for residents is about a “My boyfriend and I were living on the Stuart. Tickets: $85. 772-223-5000. This year, the charity is celebrating a new year. Some of the mothers stay a shorter time, streets and in a car,” she said. “We were get- milestone. “We bought our building,” said finding more permanent homes with family ting jobs at a day-labor center doing construc- “There are so many stories behind every Janet Lindsay, who spearheaded the minis- and through nonprofit agencies with the help tion. One morning I left early without him one of these girls,” said Lindsay, who is pas- try and helped get it up and running with her of Mary’s Shelter. knowing. I couldn’t take it anymore.” sionate about the outreach and considers husband, Noel, at her side every step of the Mary’s Shelter residents are helped with She found Mary’s Shelter and has been in each young woman and baby part of her own way. school enrollment and job placement. The safe loving arms ever since, and now is ac- family. “Girls have left over the years. All have The shelter doors opened in an eight-bed- women also participate in a variety of service companied by her baby. “I am studying and good stories. Many of the girls have reunited room, 10-bath, rental house Feb. 18, 2010, projects, Bible studies and development pro- hope to work at a child care facility,” she said. with family in some way.” n with dedication ceremonies and a blessing grams aimed at empowering them and pre- When asked about her hopes and dreams, she ceremony at which Bishop Gerald M. Bar- paring them for independent living. said without hesitating, “I want to be on our Mary’s Shelter is a nonprofit, pro-life ministry barito presided. He returned to the shelter The youngest woman residing at the shel- feet and have our own home.” aimed at helping women who want to bring this Nov. 9 to bless facility renovations and ter, who is 18, shared her story with the Flori- The freshly painted walls of Mary’s Shelter their children into the world and create a stable expansions, including a new brick walkway. da Catholic. She is five months pregnant and contain dozens of photos of former residents. and productive life. The ministry is made pos- Now that the building is completely under she, the residents, volunteers and staff are The pictures of the smiling young women sible through volunteer efforts and contribu- the ownership of Mary’s Shelter and the min- anxiously awaiting the arrival of her baby due with happy babies are worth a thousand tions. For volunteer and donor information, istry is rent free, “we can use the money for in February. She said she regrets making bad words. call 772-223-5000. 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Above, left, Father Clemens Hammerschmitt, spiritual adviser of the diocesan Council of Catholic Women and pastor of St. Matthew Parish in Lake Worth, stands by the Remembrance Tree and leads prayer during a council event at St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary Nov. 2. At center, the old scroll with names of the deceased is burned under St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary’s Remembrance Tree. Above right, council members pray for souls who have died. (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) Council women remember deceased loved ones

LINDA REEVES seminary as part of the program. dent of the diocesan Council of souls of the departed. Donations ald M. Barbarito is main celebrant of the Florida Catholic staff During the year, the women of the Catholic Women. “It allows us the are collected as part of the program and seminarians and faculty mem- various councils throughout the di- opportunity to gather together in and this year over $2,000 was col- bers join in the celebration. BOYNTON BEACH | Each year, ocese collect names of the deceased prayer at our beautiful seminary. lected. The funds will be presented More than 30 women came to the the diocesan Council of Catholic and as November approaches, the It is a very special way to have to the diocese “for the seminarians’ seminary for this year’s event, some Women participates in a campaign names that are collected are writ- prayers said for our dearly depart- emergency fund to help with their accompanied by their husbands. that concludes with ceremonies ten on a scroll. During ceremonies ed by our seminarians on a daily unexpected expenses that may Father Clemens Hammerschmitt, and a Mass at St. Vincent de Paul on All Souls Day, the scroll is placed basis (throughout the year.) What arise,” Farr said. spiritual adviser for the diocesan Regional Seminary in Boynton in a metal capsule and then bur- a wonderful gift we offer up with The council’s special day at the council, joined the women and led Beach on All Souls Day. But the ied under the tall oak tree on the these prayers.” seminary is a time of prayer, reflec- prayers under the large oak. spirit of the program actually lives grounds near the seminary’s cha- This year, the women collected tion and fellowship, but the event “We love that we can help sup- on throughout the year under a tall pel. The names from the previous about 300 names, according to Farr. also gives participants an opportu- port the seminarians both spiritu- oak tree with deep roots that grows campaign are burned. A small plaque marks the site where nity to tour the grounds and meet ally and financially,” Farr said. “We near the seminary chapel. “We as a council absolutely the names are buried. The marker the seminarians. The morning also are truly blessed to have such won- The annual Remembrance Tree love the Remembrance Tree pro- reminds seminarians, priests and includes Mass in the seminary’s derful young men in our seminary ceremony was held Nov. 2 at the gram,’” said Tammy Farr, presi- all visiting the area to pray for the chapel. Traditionally, Bishop Ger- who answered God’s call.” n Parishioners excited about expanded facilities LINDA REEVES of the Florida Catholic staff

SEBASTIAN | Teri Graul, director of St. Sebastian Parish’s youth ministry, has anxiously awaited the opening of the renovated parish hall. “From a youth ministry stand- point, we will be able to have larger functions and include some neighboring parishes to create dynamic events,” she said about the expanded parish building. “The parish will be able to feature better opportunities for our children. St. Sebastian can have more retreats Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito dedicates LeSage Parish Hall located on the grounds Father John Morrissey, pastor of St. Sebastian, visits with and events. We can open them up of St. Sebastian in Sebastian. The dedication Oct. 29 followed a special Mass families gathered in the parish’s bigger, renovated parish to other parishes.” which gathered parishioners, parish clergy and staff, and guests in celebration. hall. (PHOTOS COURTESY OF ST. SEBASTIAN PARISH) Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito visited the parish Oct. 29 to dedi- and over $1.1 million was already named after founding pastor, Fa- community steadily increased over tian saint and martyr, and Father cate LeSage Parish Hall, where in the bank. We had succeeded,” ther Joe LeSage. It will seat 440 the years as Sebastian, a tiny fish- LeSage was appointed pastor. the heart of fellowship and said Van Mele about reaching the people comfortably. The project ing community, grew and attracted A new church was built and dedi- community activities are now goal of $1,485, 000. also includes upgrades to bath- retirees, blue-collar workers and cated on the feast of St. Sebastian in planned to take place. Parish- The building project — which rooms and a kitchen, improve- families with children. 1996, and over the years the parish, ioner Richard Van Mele, project will cost a total of $1.8 million — be- ments to the electrical structure, In 1981, it was elevated to a par- currently with more than 2,000 reg- facilitator, said expansion initia- gan last April after groundbreaking air conditioning and sound sys- ish. The current parish property on istered families, has continued to tive began in 2008, and some 18 ceremonies. Additional funds are tem, along with adding technologi- Federal Highway was purchased, grow under the guidance of Father months later, the parish raised needed to complete the parking lot cal upgrades. and a temporary church residence, John Morrissey, who came to the nearly $60,000. surfacing and landscaping. St. Sebastian, the diocese’s the parish hall and education build- parish in 1999. “After knocking on doors for The remodeling and expan- northernmost parish family, has ings were constructed. “I have really enjoyed my years nearly two years ... we had com- sion project adds 6,000 square feet an interesting history. It began as The mission was renamed St. Se- here because we have a loving, car- mitments of nearly $1.2 million to the 35-year-old LeSage Hall, the Mission of St. William, but the bastian Parish after the early Chris- ing parish,” he said. n 3 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 The newness of life each day This year, the season of Advent ruler who bestowed his parousia the coming of God, but with a is as short as it can be. Since the on those he visited. The season of keen awareness that he was al- BISHOP’S final Sunday of Advent is Dec. 24, Advent, as Pope Francis reminds ready present in their lives. They SCHEDULE which coincides with Christmas us, proclaims that God’s presence were touched by the newness of Eve, Advent is basically just three has already begun in our lives in his presence each and every day, Nov. 24 — Pastoral Center FLORIDA weeks this year. In fact, many ways that we do and because of this were able to closed in observance of Thanksgiv- the vigil Masses for the fi- not even imagine. He is live in a manner in which they ing. Catholic nal Sunday of Advent are with us at every moment did not depend on their own se- Nov. 29 — 11 p.m., Meeting/ DIOCESE OF PALM BEACH those of the Solemnity of and always touching our curities but only upon the secu- lunch, priests serving in Hispanic Christmas which means hearts with his love and rity of God. The continual theme Ministry, Pastoral Center, Palm Vol. 79, No. 2 the final day of Advent is mercy. of John the Baptist’s message was Beach Gardens. not even a full one. 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Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 www.thefloridacatholic.org YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY 4 Award honors unsung heroes of Catholic education LINDA REEVES ioners, volunteers and benefac- LUMEN CHRISTI: LEARN, SERVE, LEAD, SUCCEED AWARD RECIPIENTS of the Florida Catholic staff tors of our schools,” Gelo said. “The concept was presented to Diocese of Palm Beach schools selected members of their communities to receive the Lumen Christi: Learn, PALM BEACH | Diocesan Bishop Barbarito, who whole- Serve, Lead, Succeed Award. The following are some excerpts from submissions about award winners: leaders are calling out and heartedly supported the cre- • John and Dana Langel — St. Anastasia School, Fort parishioner, and sets forth to be a genuine servant and role personally recognizing some ation of the awards.” Pierce. “They are humble, kind, loving and dedicated to the model at St. Joseph Catholic School.” of the people who, without a In total, 16 people will be St. Anastasia community.” doubt, shine as outstanding given this new award during • Tom Counihan — St. Ann School, West Palm Beach. “Mr. role models continuously com- Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito’s • Farrah Downing — St. Joan of Arc School, Boca Raton. Tom Counihan encompasses and truly reflects our Catholic mitting to and helping with Lumen Christi Scholarship “She sets the bar high as she leads families to succeed at St. faith in action.” the mission of Catholic educa- Gala, an annual event that spot- Joan’s.” • Charles and Karmita Gusmano — All Saints School, tion and Catholic schools here lights the spirit of unity, joy and • Allison Siringo — John Carroll High School, Fort Pierce. Jupiter. “Mr. and Mrs. Gusmano’s commitment to All Saints in the Diocese of Palm Beach. fun, and service to help others. “She is a master teacher, dedicated to the improvement and our community simply cannot be measured. We offer And they’re doing it at the an- It raises much-needed funds of her instructional practice and meeting the needs of all them a special thank-you for their most gracious and gener- nual Lumen Christi Scholar- to assist families of the diocese students. ous ongoing support.” ship Gala Dec. 9. who want to send their children • Theresa Fretterd — Cardinal Newman High School, • Marc Elan — Sacred Heart School, Lake Worth. “He has Gary Gelo, diocesan superin- to Catholic school. The diocese West Palm Beach. “Words do not suffice to describe what Ms. taken a leadership role and been effective in bringing many tendent of schools, worked with allocates 100 percent of the net Theresa Fretterd has done for students, families, faculty and new families into Sacred Heart.” the diocesan Development Of- proceeds of the event to needs- Catholic education over the last 46 years.” • Nancy Fulk — St. Luke School, Palm Springs. “She has fice to brainstorm with princi- based tuition scholarships, • Dave Hernandez-Trujillo — St. Juliana School, West left a lasting impression on her past students who continue to pals on how to “recognize and which are shared equally among Palm Beach. “He leads by example. We are blessed to have remember her as a pivotal part of their Catholic education.” celebrate the many good things the Catholic schools. According this leader on our campus.” • Gerry Mayes — St. Helen School, Vero Beach. “Mrs. happening in Catholic schools to National Catholic Education- • Marlys Stover — St. Jude School, Boca Raton. “Shine on, Mayes has been a true blessing to the St. Helen community.” and the people who make those al Association data, Catholic Mrs. Stover, we are all better having walked with you.” things happen.” The fruits of the schools and the people working • Mary Jo Foley — St. John Paul II Academy, Boca Raton. labor became the brand new and involved in them positively • Rabih and Shannon Boueri — St. Vincent Ferrer School, “Mrs. Mary Jo Foley is currently in her 26th year teaching “Lumen Christi: Learn, Serve, impact students spiritually, in- Delray Beach. “Being sacrificial stewards of their time, talent at St. John Paul II Academy where she serves as chair of the Lead, Succeed Awards,” which tellectually and socially, helping and treasure, they provide leadership to our capital campaign science department.” recognize the unsung heroes them meet their full potential and bring wisdom, experience and enthusiasm to all that they • Sara Bernardin — St. Clare School, West Palm Beach. who do so much to contribute and form solid Catholic founda- do.” “St. Clare Catholic School proudly recognizes Mrs. Sara and help Catholic schools meet tions. • Juliana Lewis — Holy Cross Preschool and Center, West Bernardin for her outstanding dedication and contribution to their overall primary goals. “Each person involved in Palm Beach. “Juliana epitomizes what it means to serve the Catholic education.” “We wanted the awards to Catholic schools is called to Holy Cross Catholic Preschool and Center community, as well • Marie Driver — Through 34 years of service to religious be broad enough to recognize share their gifts and talents as the entire community within the Diocese of Palm Beach.” education, she has ensured that nearly 5,000 parish cat- academic excellence, innova- whether it be in the classroom, • Ashley Vitale — St. Joseph Catholic School, Stuart. echists and school teachers have had appropriate training in tive programs and outstanding “Ashley lives out her faith in her many roles as a parent and the faith through the diocesan catechist certification program. leadership from boards, parish- PLEASE SEE AWARD, 7

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Photo (from left): Sister Gloria Rodríguez, MGSpS, 80; Father Albert Bunsic, OCD, 81; 11647-1124 Sister Alfonsina Sanchez, OCD, 96; Sister Mary Ann Hanson, SND, 79. ©2017 United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Washington, DC. All rights reserved. Photographer: Jim Judkis. 5 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 AWARD: Catholic education is ‘every Catholic’s responsibility and a team effort’ FROM 6 FYI Lumen Christi Scholarship administration, governance, Gala: Dec. 9, The Breakers Palm prayer, or generosity of time or trea- Beach on the island of Palm Beach. sure,” Gelo said. “We hope to rec- The bishop’s annual black-tie ognize people who represent all of dinner benefits diocesan Catholic these qualities.” elementary and secondary schools. The diocese allocates 100 percent Catholic schools were asked to of the net proceeds of the event to select an individual, couple or team needs-based tuition scholarships, for the new award, keeping four el- which are shared equally among ements in mind: learn, serve, lead the Catholic schools here, and and succeed. The schools’ admin- lend a helping hand to families istrators and leaders and the pastor who want to send their children of their parishes were in on making to Catholic school. The evening the final decision about recipients. includes dinner and music for Those selected to receive the award dancing, and an awards presenta- are attending the gala compliments tion. For ticket information, call of the school. 561-775-9517 or email Elizabeth The amazing things said about Merizzi at emerizzi@diocesepb. these people reflect only admira- org. For more detailed information, tion and genuine heartfelt appreci- visit http://www.diocesepb.org/ ation for those dedicated to serving lumenchristi. schools and representing the spirit of Catholic school mission that St. John Paul clearly outlined, saying throughout the years. She has sat that the mission of Catholic educaon various boards and been on tion is “every Catholic’s responsibil- different teams and committees. ity and a team effort.” She has served as everything from Luis Marull, left, and Daniel Dutton explain their experiment during chemistry class at Cardinal Newman For example, Cardinal New- coach to religion teacher to direc- High School in West Palm Beach as Theresa Fretterd, assistant principal, looks on and asks questions. man High School selected Theresa tor of guidance to department Fretterd visited the chemistry class Nov. 1 as part of her school routines and interactions with students. Fretterd, assistant principal, who chair to school board member to (LINDA REEVES | FC) personifies service and serving. assistant principal. She has actually dedicated nearly “Words do not suffice to de- said Father David Carr, president Farrah Downing and her family Pierce selected a husband and wife 50 years to the ministry of educa- scribe what Ms. Theresa Fretterd of Cardinal Newman High School. have been active at St. Joan of Arc for the award, John and Dana Lan- tion, serving in various school po- has done for students, families, “Affectionately known as Terry, Parish and School since the school gel. The Langels and their family sitions and several diocesan roles faculty and Catholic education,” she has a lifetime of commitment opened in 1960. Downing’s daugh- have supported St. Anastasia Par- and achievements serving not only ter is currently in the eighth grade ish and School through efforts and Cardinal Newman High School, there. Her mother attended school generosity for decades, according but the entire Diocese of Palm at St. Joan, as did at least 20 other to school administrators. Beach. Terry is a true example of a family members. She has taken on “Mr. and Mrs. Langel are shin- servant leader.” numerous roles, serving on coming examples of obedient and de- Father Carr said Fretterd is a mittees and councils and taking vout servants of Christ through true leader, rallying and challeng- on leadership positions. their dedication to the church and ing faculty to move forward to con- “Ms. Downing is a model par- school,” said Dr. Kevin Hoeffner, tinuously improve instructional ent,” said Caroline Roberts, princi- principal. “They lead their chil- 10186-1124 practices. As a counselor, she has pal, who used the words “positive, dren, grandchildren and extended also provided guidance and sup- energetic, and innovative” to de- family with a faith-filled love of St. port to both new and seasoned fac- scribe her. “She sets the bar high as Anastasia. They do this by actively ulty members. she leads families to succeed at St. volunteering, fundraising and par- “Terry has fully embraced her Joan’s, making them feel welcome ticipating in every event and func- lifelong commitment to Catholic and encouraging them to give back tion. Whether it’s cleaning out the education and actively models to the St. Joan of Arc community. school’s thrift store on a hot sum- what it means to serve one another. She embodies a servant leader as mer Saturday or selling the raffle She is an inspiration and role mod- she is one of the most dedicated in- tickets at the school’s auction, Mr. el to all,” Father Carr said. spirational leaders one could ever and Mrs. Langel are there to sup- St. Joan of Arc in Boca Raton se- encounter.” port the school. They are humble, lected a parent as its award winner. St. Anastasia School in Fort kind, loving and dedicated to the St. Anastasia community. We are pleased to nominate them for the Lumen Christi Award.” We asked Fretterd how she felt about being a Lumen Christi award winner. “There are so many people here in the Diocese of Palm Beach who deserve recognition for their dedication to the schools here. I am William E. Boyes greatly honored,” she said. All are encouraged to participate 11139-1124 John Farina in the Lumen Christi Scholarship Peter Matwiczyk Gala this year not only in support of the diocese’s scholarship program, • Wills, trusts and guardianship litigation but also to honor the role models • Estate and trust planning and administration who have touched lives and communities through their service and dedication and also through their 3300 PGA Blvd., Suite 600 [email protected] witness, inspiring others to learn, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410 [email protected] serve, lead and succeed all in the 561-694-7979 [email protected] name of children, the future of the 11202-1124 Church. n Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 www.thefloridacatholic.org YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY 6 Grandparents journey together in fellowship, faith and mission LINDA REEVES FYI of the Florida Catholic staff Catholic Grandparents PALM BEACH | The first Na- Association chapters tional Grandparents Pilgrimage meetings: Monthly gatherings are event in the United States was held held at different parishes. Discuss here in the Diocese of Palm Beach grandparenting issues and share nine years ago, and Nov. 4 marked tips and tactics for passing along the faith to the younger generations. this year’s event with a couple of Contact Kit Johansen: 561-626- new elements. 8027, email [email protected]. Cathy Loh, director of the diocesan Office of Marriage and Fam- ily Life, welcomed participants to “jewel.” the day at host St. Edward Parish. Deacon Serraes, who is in the “This is our first actual pilgrim- construction industry, spoke about age,” she said. “We usually have the the parish’s humble beginnings as a Mass at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius mission and then pointed out some Loyola.” of the magnificent features of the The Grandparents Pilgrimage old church, including the stained- Mass is traditionally held at the glass windows surrounding the cathedral and everyone uses their sanctuary, marble statues, the ceil- own means of transportation to get ing with hand-painted pieces and there. But this year, for the first time, the altar made of Carrara marble. participants actually took the jour- He could not forget to mention ney to Palm Beach together. Buses the unique pew No. 87 before he were provided at various locations ended his talk. “There is a plaque in to transport those who wanted to the pew,” he pointed out about the participate. Everyone had an oppor- gold plate attached to the inside of Above left, Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito welcomes grandparents gathered for Mass as part of the annual tunity to spend more time together the pew with the name of President Grandparents Pilgrimage Nov. 4. Above right, Carol Meldrum, a member of Ascension Parish in Boca and chat about their grandchildren, John F. Kennedy. Kennedy prayed Raton, wears a green sash representing the Catholic Grandparents Association. (PHOTOS BY LINDA the heart of the association and pil- in the pew at Masses when he was REEVES | FC) grimage Mass. in town. “Msgr. (Thomas) Klinzing agreed A late morning Mass followed the to have us here and host us and presentation with main celebrant share this beautiful place,” said Loh Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito. In tra- about the pastor of St. Edward and dition, Bishop Barbarito praised diocesan tribunal judge, who also and thanked the men and women hosted a lunch. sitting in the pews throughout the Back in 2009, when the diocese Mass. He pointed out that grandpar- hosted the first event for grand- ents have lived life and experienced mothers and grandfathers, the life, and all its ups and downs. He path was paved for the forming of said that it is the grandparents who Catholic Grandparents Association set fine examples for their children, chapters and other annual events grandchildren and all. in dioceses across the nation. The “You are a treasure, and you chapters continue to grow here and make a tremendous difference not around the country. They provide only in your own family but the support and networking opportu- whole world,” said Bishop Barbari- nities while offering discussions on to. “Grandparents represent faith. grandparenting issues. A key reflec- Grandparents represent hope. tion concentrates on ways to pass Grandparents represent love in a along the faith and keep grandchil- wonderful way. You give us such a dren in the spirit of living the faith, wonderful example,” he said sev- something that is very difficult in eral times. “You are a great blessing. Grandparents participate in the pilgrimage Mass Nov. 4. today’s modern world of technol- You have lived life and know what is ogy that influences people to live important in life.” life in a variety of ways, further and Mary Ellen Riley of St. Jude Par- further away from Catholicism. ish in Tequesta was at the event. “I Elizabeth Warren of Connecticut brought two friends,” she said. This joined the local grandparents for was the first time she attended the the day. She was on a fact-finding event, which opened her eyes to the mission aimed at uniting and help- important role that grandparents ing grandparents and their grand- play in the life of their grandchil- children back home in her Diocese dren, the future Church. of Bridgeport and at Our Lady Star “I need to spend more time with of the Sea in Stamford. my grandchildren,” she said. “I “I came to take back informa- need to encourage them in their tion for a chapter in our diocese,” faith.” She is hoping to bring the she told the Florida Catholic about idea of a chapter to her parish for forming a group similar to the chap- other grandparents. ters here in the diocese, which meet Carol Meldrum, a member of As- at various parishes and on various cension Parish in Boca Raton, was days of the month. “I came to ob- also in attendance. She belongs to a serve.” Catholic Grandparents Association The morning began with a pre- chapter in the Southern Deanery. sentation by Deacon Martin Serraes “I love it,” she said about the group of St. Juliana Parish in West Palm that holds regular meetings with Beach. He spoke about the history grandchildren and the faith at the of St. Edward Parish and Church center of talks. “I think the associa- Buses stop in front of St. Edward Church in Palm Beach filled with people from various parishes attending built in 1926, which he called a tion is fabulous.” n the annual Grandparents Pilgrimage Nov. 4. (LINDA REEVES|FC) 7 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017

Respect Life Person of the Year honored DIOCESAN EVENTS SOCIAL MEDIA 29th annual Lumen Christi Follow the Diocese of Palm Beach on social media. Facebook is a simple way PALM BEACH | Catholic Chari- Don Kazimir, program director Scholarship Gala: Dec. 9, The to be informed with the latest news in the diocese and spot familiar faces of the Breakers Palm Beach, Palm Beach. Catholic community. Feel free to tag, share and comment on the postings on our ties of the Diocese of Palm Beach of Catholic Charities Respect Life Annual dinner dance with awards Facebook pages: Diocese of Palm Beach; Diocese of Palm Beach, Office of Catho- has selected an inmate currently ministry. “He also leads RCIA and ceremony to benefit diocesan lic Schools; Palm Beach Vocation; Diocese of Palm Beach Youth Ministry; Diocese serving a life sentence in jail as this is part of the Welcome Home Initia- Catholic schools, both elementary of Palm Beach Family Life; Catholic Charities Palm-Beach; and Florida Catholic. year’s Respect Life Person of the tive that ministers to war veterans and secondary. Sponsorship To find more information on events, visit www.diocesepb.org/events or www. opportunities. 561-775-9517, Year. Earl Hinson Jr. is a resident suffering from post-traumatic stress catholiccharitiesdpb.org/events. of Martin Correctional Institute, a disorder who are incarcerated in [email protected]. Information: www.diocesepb.org/ maximum-security prison in Indi- the prison with him.” lumenchristi. antown. Kazimir said Hinson’s personal ccdpb.org, ahernandezdiaz@ Taping of diocesan ccdpb.org. Information: www. TV MASS He completed facilitator training abortion testimony was read on the Christmas Mass: Dec. 18, 5:30 catholiccharitiesdpb.org. Televised Mass: Sundays, 10:30-11 through Project Rachel, also known steps of the Supreme Court building p.m., Cathedral of St. Ignatius • Temporary protected status as Rachel’s Vineyard, and is now as part of the Silent No More Cam- Loyola, 9999 N. Military Trail, a.m., CW34 WTVX. Produced by the re-registration: Assistance is diocesan Office of Communications. helping facilitate the program be- paign, which is dedicated to putting Palm Beach Gardens. All are available through Catholic Questions: www.diocesepb.org/tv- hind bars to inmates suffering from an end to abortion. The testimony invited to take part in the taping, Charities for Haitian nationals with music performed by the who need help in re-registering Mass or 561-775-9529. To support the aftermath of abortion. Catholic was read during the 2015 March for cathedral choir and Bishop the televised Mass or to request a Charities’ Project Rachel seeks to Life program in Washington, D.C. for temporary protected status Gerald M. Barbarito as main required by U.S. Customs and free Mass missal: 561-775-9529 or provide healing for men and wom- “God has used this man to draw celebrant. Mass will be aired Immigration Services. Re- Office of Communications, 9995 N. en who have experienced or been countless souls to the Church over Christmas morning for the sick, registration procedures extended Military Trail, P.O. Box 109650, Palm impacted emotionally, spiritually the past 17 years. He is giving light homebound and viewers in the through Jan. 22, 2018. www. Beach Gardens, FL 33410. and or psychologically by abortion. to those living in the darkness. If local community. Attendance is catholiccharitiesdpb.org. appreciated and all are asked • Project Rachel support: The program includes a variety of this man had been executed for to dress in holiday attire. Light Tuesdays, 3 p.m., Catholic except when stated. Location: therapeutic support and activities. his crime, none of this work of God holiday refreshments follow. 561- Charities St. Francis Center, 100 1300 U.S. Highway 1, North Palm “He is known as the go-to guy if would have been possible,” Kazimir 775-9529. W. 20th St., Riviera Beach. Gather Beach. 561-626-1300 or www. you want to learn about God,” said said. n Evening of healing and with others who are struggling ourladyofflorida.org: forgiveness: Dec. 4, 7 p.m., Holy in the aftermath of abortion. • Centering prayer: Spirit Parish, 1000 W. Lantana Meetings designed to give hope Wednesdays, 4-5 p.m., main Road. Opportunity to encounter and provide healing. 561-360- chapel. the healing power of Christ 3325 • Day of reflection, Dec. 6, through adoration, Scripture and • Respite services to St. Lucie 10 a.m., led by Passionist Father reflection. Includes “Unbound” County caregivers: Short-term or Paul Wierichs. Presentation, healing prayer and ministry. temporary care of a few hours a lunch, sacrament of reconciliation Sponsored by Office of Marriage week. 561-360-3321. available, Mass. Cost: $40. and Family Life. 561-775-9524, Reservations required. [email protected]. • Advent day of reflection: 2018 Wedding Anniversary Dec. 16, 10 a.m., led by Passionist Masses: Feb. 10, 10:30 a.m., St. COMMUNITY Brother Edward Hall and Lucie Parish, 280 S.W. Prima Vista EVENTS Dominican Sister Roberta Popara. Blvd., Port St. Lucie; and Feb. 17, L unch sacrament of reconciliation 10:30 a.m., St. Paul of the Cross Holy Hour of prayer and available. Cost: $40. Reservations Parish, 10970 Jack Nicklaus Drive, adoration: Nov 30, 7 p.m., required. Nort Palm Beach. Celebrant: Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito. 9999 N. Military Trail, Palm • New Year’s Eve reflection. Celebrates sacrament of marriage Beach Gardens. Simple praise Dec. 31, 6 p.m., led by Passionist and couples married 25, 40, 50 or and worship. Sacrament of Father Melvin Shorter. more years. Reception with cake reconciliation available. Concludes Presentation, dinner, sacrament follows Mass. Register at your with Benediction and social of reconciliation available, Mass, parish. Sponsored by Office of gathering. 561-622-2565. midnight party. Cost: $70 per person or $90 for overnight Marriage and Family Life. 561-775- “Amahl and the Night guests. Price includes lodging. 9557, [email protected]. Visitors”: Dec. 3, 3-4 p.m., Registration required. Workshops for extraordinary St. Vincent Ferrer Parish, 840 ministers of holy Communion: George Bush Blvd., Delray For both new and experienced Beach. Performed by parish ministers at various locations. choirs under direction of Eric ANNOUNCEMENTS Keiper, choirmaster. Story of the Call your parish office to make Charismatic group inviting Three Wise Men on their way to reservations with the diocesan visitors: Thursdays, 7:30 p.m., Bethlehem. Tickets: $10 donation Liturgy Office. Sessions in English St. Paul of the Cross Parish center, per adult, $5 per child; available and Spanish. 10970 Jack Nicklaus Drive, North at parish office. Light reception • Saturday, Dec. 2, Holy Name Palm Beach. Mass and healing follows. 561-665-8566, familylife@ of Jesus Parish, 345 S. Military service takes the place of prayer stvincentferrer.com. Trail, West Palm Beach. meeting the third Thursday of • Saturday, Jan. 27, 2018, Prayer gathering: Fridays, each month. 561-626-1873. 5 p.m., on the sidewalks near A Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola, Women of Grace ministry Woman’s World Medical Center 9999 N. Military Trail, Palm Beach program is seeking volunteers that offers abortion services, 503 Gardens. to facilitate study programs for S. 12th St., Fort Pierce. Treasure Catholic Charities events English-speakers and also for Coast rosary group leads rosary • World Day for the Abolition Spanish-speakers. Training sessions recitation for the end of abortion. of the Death Penalty: Nov. 30, are held at St. Joan of Arc Parish 772-465-8298. 5 p.m., St. Patrick Parish, 13591 ministry buildings, 319 S.W. Third Prosperity Farms Road, Palm Pray the rosary for life: Street, Boca Raton. Registration: Beach Gardens. Mass followed Saturdays, 9-10 a.m., sidewalks Martha Nicolli, 561 212 8673 or by light dinner and presentation. just north of the Wellington [email protected]. Regional Medical Center, 10101 Spotlight will illuminate the Parish nurse meetings: Forest Hill Blvd., Wellington. All Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola to Open to all registered nurses invited to pray for the end of represent the diocese’s union with interested in health ministry. abortions. 561-784-0689. other dioceses throughout Florida For dates, time and locations, and U.S. All are encouraged to call Catholic Charities, Interfaith attend. 561-360-3324. Health and Wellness, 561-345- • Catholic Days at the Capitol: RETREATS/DAYS 2000, ext. 256; or email wellness@ Jan. 30-Feb.1, 2018. Event in OF PRAYER catholiccharitiesdpb.org. Tallahassee gives Catholics an Catholic radio stations are opportunity to visit and meet Our Lady of Florida Spiritual available through the radio, with elected officials. 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Near right, the steeple of St. Jude Church can be seen for miles around in Tequesta. Far right, Father John Minde, left, parochial vicar at St. Jude, stands with Knight Tom Walsh and Father Charles Notabartolo, pastor, behind a table promoting the Knights of Columbus Council 6569. Seated are Knights Jim Plungis, left, and Art Palmieri.

Parish celebrates beginnings and moves forward

LINDA REEVES of the Florida Catholic staff

TEQUESTA | From very humble beginnings, St. Jude Parish has seen remarkable growth and changes in its six decades. But there is one aspect of the parish that remains constant over the years — strong community spirit and parishioner involvement helping the city of God continue to grow. “It is a very warm community,” Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito applauds and congratulates the family said Joan Heide part of the parish of St. Jude Parish in Tequesta during a Mass Oct. 28 in celebration family for more than two decades The choir of St. Jude Parish in Tequesta sings during the 60th of the parish’s 60th anniversary. Seated at left is Deacon Lester Loh after retiring from a career in edu- anniversary Mass Oct. 28. (PHOTOS BY LINDA REEVES | FC) and at right is Father Charles Notabartolo, pastor. cation and moving to Florida from Long Island, N.Y. “So many mem- esan chancellor and tribunal judge, Christmas, the church was built, a star in his own right as is Father ebrating its jubilee. A $1 million bers have remarked how inviting priest-in-residence. Deacon Les and Bishop Coleman Carroll of John (Minde), who is our link into refurbished sanctuary project was our parish is. There seems to be a Loh of the parish was also present. Miami dedicated and blessed the the missionary work in Tanza- unveiled and the renovated church ministry available if you wish to “Good evening and happy an- building that comfortably accom- nia. This broadens the horizon for was rededicated during the parish’s join that will welcome your par- niversary,” Bishop Barbarito said modated 500 worshippers. It was at many. Deacon Les, the office staff 50th anniversary celebration with ticipation whether it is the ‘altar at the start of the Mass. “It is a great that time, Dec. 16, 1962, when the and support personnel make our main celebrant Bishop Barbarito. angels’ serving at Mass, the Bible joy to be with you. It is always a joy mission officially became St. Jude little corner of the world in Teques- The project included a remodeled study group, the youth group, the to be with you here at St. Jude. We Parish. ta very special as we celebrate our altar and marble floors. Knights of Columbus or the Coun- thank God for this church. You are The community and the parish 60th anniversary, all of which was Today, the parish continues to cil of Catholic Women, where I have the church. We thank God for all of continued to grow over the years envisioned by Father Tom (Vengay- grow its outreach and ministry pro- concentrated much of my efforts.” you.” under several different administra- il) who has returned to India for his grams, and remains steadfast in its Parishioners joined together tors. A parish hall was built, gather- retirement,” Heide explained. “God mission to be dedicated to “nur- in the spirit of community and in MISSION DAYS ing the faith community in activi- has blessed us in so many ways, turing Christ’s love among God’s celebration Oct. 28, the feast day of Looking back to the beginnings ties, events and celebrations. Min- and we are so very thankful for the people,” according to the parish St. Jude, to celebrate the 60th an- of the parish, Catholics in the Te- istries expanded as people moved friendships and leadership found at website. niversary of St. Jude Parish. Bishop questa area gathered in public into the area. St. Jude.” “As we celebrate our 60th an- Gerald M. Barbarito was main places to worship, but not under the After Father McLaughlin left the niversary of the beginning of St. celebrant for the Saturday Mass name St. Jude. According to parish parish, Franciscan Father Jerome CAN BE SEEN FOR MILES Jude Parish, we thank God for the with beautiful music and singing, records, Jupiter Catholic Mission Martin took the helm. He was fol- After arriving at St. Jude Parish many blessings he has graciously and a packed church of faithful, Church celebrated its first Mass at lowed by Father Robert Hostler, in 1986, Father Vengayil — who be- bestowed upon us,” said Father No- who turned out despite the stormy the Civic Center in Tequesta Dec. 8, Father John McAtavey and Father came pastor in 1996 — put his sights tabartolo in his bulletin message. weather. 1957, when the population, accord- Thomas Vengayil. Father Notabar- on raising funds to build a new “May our lives always give witness Bishop Barbarito was accom- ing to Census records, was only 199. tolo was installed Nov. 16, 2008. church to replace the original one. to our living faith and be a beacon panied by Father Brian King, dioc- Back then, a dozen or so “altar “I can attest to the fact that a The current $5.3 million church of light, reflecting the love of Christ esan episcopal secretary, and con- angels” volunteered to set up and great deal of the success of our par- has a distinctive steeple that can be to our community, our country and celebrating the Mass were clergy of then disassemble the altar rails and ish is due to Father Chuck, our pas- seen for miles around, a residence the world.” St. Jude including Father Charles kneelers for the first Mass celebra- tor, who is a fine administrator,” for priests and administration fa- During his homily, Bishop Bar- Notabartolo, diocesan vicar general tions, according to one longtime said Heide about Father Notabar- cilities built through the generous barito repeatedly referred to St. and moderator of the curia, who has parishioner the Florida Catholic tolo. She went on to praise all the support of parishioners. The church Jude Parish as a family and a warm, spiritually led the St. Jude flock as interviewed during the parish’s clergy and staff for helping to make was dedicated Oct. 13, 1993. The loving and faith-filled community. pastor for the past nine years. Other golden jubilee 10 years ago. the parish and its ministry what it is sanctuary seats 1,200 and has an “You are a real family. You are what clergy at the altar included Father In 1962, St. Jude celebrated a today. But she also reflected on past accompanying chapel, which can a church is all about,” he said. “May John Minde of the Apostolic Life groundbreaking for the original leaders who set the way for others to comfortably seat 300. God bless each and every one of Community of Priests in the Opus sanctuary under the guidance of continue building the Church and Father Vengayil decided to reno- you as we celebrate this 60-year an- Spiritus Sancti, parochial vicar; and Father Joseph McLaughlin, mis- help the people grow in faith. vate the interior of the church as niversary. May God fill you with his Father Albert Dello Russo, dioc- sion administrator at the time. By “Father Albert (Dello Russo) is the parish looked forward to cel- peace.” n WWW.THEFLORIDACATHOLIC.ORG | Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 FLORIDACatholic VENICE DIOCESE Irma rebuilding taking place Progress being made at parishes and schools

BOB REDDY of the Florida Catholic staff

NAPLES | If you were to enter the sanctuary of St. Elizabeth Seton church in Naples it would not reflect the sacred space that it is intended to be. Instead you will see pews taken apart and stacked, missing ceiling tiles and bare wood where a roof patch was installed. This is the reality for just one of the 33 parishes and eight schools in the Diocese of Ven- ice that received serious damage when the ferocious winds and rain of Hurricane Irma blasted across Southwest Florida Sept. 10. When making landfall between Marco Is- land and Everglades City with winds of 115 mph, the storm spread a swath of damage up the spine of the state. The tree debris is removed, so the exteriors of buildings look de- ceptively OK. However, look up and you may see a tarp, which is often the first clue that something is amiss. A positive sign is that repair work has begun including the removal of the pews at St. Elizabeth Seton Parish, making way for the needed major repairs. Bo Nepip, Diocesan Building Commission The pews at St. Elizabeth Seton Parish in Naples are being removed for reupholstering Nov. 16 as the church undergoes extensive Director, explained that the Diocese is facing repairs after receiving serious damage during Hurricane Irma Sept. 10. (BOB REDDY | FC) the same problem homeowners are: the slow response of insurance companies and the you this good news,” Father Ruggiero said. being done. The Parish hall also had water website in the days and weeks after Irma. In lack of contractors available to do the neces- “I have requested that the contractor’s focus damage and will be repaired after the church a recent bulletin, he expressed his thanks to sary work. be our church. Given the extensive damage, work is done. The school is still awaiting in- the faithful for matching an anonymous do- “It has been a struggle and we understand we are looking at three months (sometime surance and contractors before the work can nor challenge of $200,000 in just three weeks. the frustration of the parishioners, but prog- in February) for our return. … I am sincerely take place there. Meanwhile, Masses are now “The love and generosity of our Parish ress is being made,” Nepip said. “The extent appreciative and grateful for your prayers, being celebrated in the school gymnasium. family always overwhelms me each time of the damage across the Diocese is such that patience and understanding. It is your sup- The parish was blessed that there was no ma- there is a plea for our stewardship,” Boucher there are few contractors available to quickly port that has encouraged our staff during jor damage. said. “From the efforts we made after Hur- do the work.” these challenging times. It is our belief and Not far away in Naples at St. John the Evan- ricane Irma to the daily support for those Father Russell Ruggiero, Parish Admin- hope that everyone will be pleased with our gelist Parish, repairs are now taking place in in need in our community and around the istrator who stayed in the church during the church and other buildings upon their com- the parish hall, which will be followed by the world, St. John (the Evangelist Parish) always storm when a large section of the metal roof pletion.” church and other campus buildings. answers the call.” tore off, sent a letter to the parishioners ex- When the roof blew off the church, large Jean-Paul Boucher, Parish Business Man- Another example of work needing to be pressing his joy that the long-awaited work amounts of water poured in, causing damage ager, updated parishioners on the parish done is at St. Margaret Parish in Clewis- was set to begin. to the ceiling, carpeting and pews. The $1.5 ton. There was damage to the roofs of the “It is my joy and pleasure to share with million renovation is just part of the work church, rectory, classroom and offices. The remote location on the southern edge of Lake Work is Okeechobee has delayed finding suitable being done contractors, Nepip explained. on the Parish San Marco Parish on Marco Island needs hall at St. a new roof for its church as well. While the John the church was spared the feared storm surge of Evangelist Parish in Irma, which could have been catastrophic, Naples, the winds compromised the tiled roof requir- following ing a total replacement. This damage was not extensive discovered until after inspectors had the op- damage portunity to see the damage up close. from In all, 33 parishes and eight schools re- Hurricane ceived serious damage. In all cases mitiga- Irma tion was done to prevent further damage Sept. 10. and to allow buildings to be used if they were (COURTESY) Work is being done on the Parish Hall at deemed safe. Nepip estimates it could take at St. John the Evangelist Parish in Naples, least until summer 2018 before all repair work following extensive damage from of damage caused by Hurricane Irma will be Hurricane Irma on Sept. 10. complete. n Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 www.thefloridacatholic.org YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 2

HONORING OUR VETERANS 1,800 participate in remembrance of service members BOB REDDY of the Florida Catholic staff

SARASOTA | The service men and women who had the courage to go forth to defend freedom were honored and remembered during the eighth annual Diocese of Ven- ice Mass celebrated on Veterans Day at Sarasota National Cem- etery. Father Bob Kantor, Pastor of St. Agnes Parish in Naples, dean of the Southern Deanery and a veteran, celebrated the Mass for Bishop Frank J. Dewane, who was unable to attend due to a commitment at the meeting of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. Father Kantor was joined by more than a dozen priests and several deacons. Father Kantor, who served as a Chaplain in the U.S. Navy and has been in the Civil Air Patrol (U.S. Air Force Auxiliary) since 1977, A moment of silence is held graveside at Sarasota National Cemetery following a Veterans Day Mass. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) spoke about honoring those present at the Mass, those buried nearby, and all veterans whose sacri- ‘We are here today fice and service to their country helped safeguard the freedoms we to pay homage to enjoy today. “We are here today to pay hom- all of those who age to all of those who over the over the years have years have served honorably,” Fa- ther Kantor said of veterans, those served honorably. present for the Mass, and including approximately 12,000 who are We have very much buried in the National Cemetery. “We have very much in our heart in our heart on this on this day.” During the Mass, Father Kantor day.’ wore the camouflage chasuble he used while celebrating Mass dur- Father Bob Kantor ing active duty in combat zones of both Iraq and Afghanistan. Adding to the dignity and cer- prayer before “Taps” was played emony of the day were active and on a bugle. This was followed by A bugler plays Taps following a Veterans Paul Zielinski, left, and Christopher Reiter attend the Diocese retired veterans, as well as the the priests singing “Salve Regina.” Veterans Day Mass at Sarasota Veterans Day Mass at Sarasota National Cemetery. More than 1,800 fourth-degree Knights of Colum- To recall the ultimate sacrifice National Cemetery. people attended the Mass and ceremonials. bus who formed a color corps, of some soldiers, there was also a and many other Knights who were “fallen soldier battle cross,” which there to support the veterans. included a white cross with dog Veterans Day began as an infor- tags hanging from it, as well as a mal celebration to mark the con- rifle with its bayonet embedded in clusion of World War I, which end- the ground, with a helmet poised ed on the 11th hour of the 11th day on top and a pair of empty military of November 1918. It was designat- boots at the base. Nearby was the ed as a national holiday in 1954 to Mass kit used by Father Kantor in honor all military men and women Iraq and Afghanistan. who have sacrificed so much in This was the eighth year the Di- their service to this country. ocese of Venice has coordinated a The Sarasota National Cem- Mass at the cemetery with the sup- etery celebration concluded with port of the Knights of Columbus. a procession, escorted by the One of the graves is that of Father Knights of Columbus color corps, Robert G. Tierney, a former assis- to the nearby graves as those in at- tant at St. Joseph Parish in Braden- tendance sang “God Bless Amer- ton, who served in the U.S. Navy. ica.” Priests, deacons, and about Father Tierney died in 2006 and 30 members of the Knights of Co- was one of the first people buried lumbus color corps honor guard in the cemetery. n Many priests and deacons of the Diocese participate in the Veterans Day Mass at Sarasota National and all present gathered in silent Cemetery. 3 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Advent: A Season of preparation and expectation My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Church focuses particularly on of the Sunday Mass for the current UPCOMING Christ, preparation for Christ’s return, week of Advent, an Advent hymn, FLORIDA praying, for example, in the Open- and an appropriate Scripture read- HOLY DAYS OF Catholic With the calendar approaching ing Prayer for the First Sunday of ing, possibly from the readings for OBLIGATION DIOCESE OF VENICE December, the Church will soon Advent, that we might have “the the day. 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Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 www.thefloridacatholic.org YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 4 Bishop Dewane delivers report to U.S. Bishops STAFF REPORT ing made on them at the national he said. jeopardy “some of the safety-net of the Committee on Domestic level will have deep and lasting Moral principles are the basis programs that help the poor,” say- Justice and Human Development BALTIMORE | Bishop Frank impacts on untold numbers of of the advocacy Bishop Dewane ing that the tax cuts, which are in 2016, Bishop Dewane has had to J. Dewane delivered a report on people, but most worrisome is the promotes on behalf of the USCCB expected to drive up the federal speak on behalf of the USCCB on health care, the federal budget impact on the poor. At the same for the poorest of our brothers and deficit, will eventually lead to re- issues ranging from poverty, civil and tax reform Nov. 14 at the Fall time, he urged his brother bishops sisters in Christ. This is a driving ductions in social services. He rights/race, the economy — in- General Assembly of the U.S. Con- to contact lawmakers personally force behind much of the work of added that certain tax increases cluding the budget and tax reform ference of Catholic Bishops in Bal- to advocate for these issues. the USCCB and specifically for his “will hit the poor very hard” in the — border issues, climate, health timore. While many of the topics Bish- work on the Committee on Do- coming years. care, social services, criminal jus- As part of his Chairmanship op Dewane speaks about through mestic Justice and Human Devel- “No tax reform proposal is ac- tice, death penalty, labor, welfare of the USCCB Committee on Do- the committee are debated as opment. ceptable that increases taxes for programs, human trafficking, gun mestic Justice and Human De- partisan issues, the Bishop said In a press conference following those living in poverty to help pay violence and more. velopment, Bishop Dewane said the focus of the USCCB is on prin- the USCCB presentation, Bishop for benefits for wealthy citizens,” To follow the work of Bishop health care, the federal budget ciples and how they apply to par- Dewane was asked about the tax the Bishop said, repeating com- Dewane for the USCCB, please and tax reform are issues which ticular policies. “The budget is a reform bill which was under con- ments made in a letter to lawmak- visit http://www.usccb.org/about/ are at the forefront of the national moral document, as are many of sideration. The Bishop noted that ers earlier this fall. domestic-social-development/. n conscience. The decisions be- the issues we are dealing with,” certain provisions would put in Since taking over as Chairman Preparing for consecration of Parishes, Diocese STAFF REPORT the 11 a.m. Mass at Epiphany Ca- hearts through the Immaculate to come to Christ, they must go love and serve Jesus. thedral in Venice. Heart of Mary and consecrate our- through His Mother. The entrustment of one’s life VENICE | This Advent, the Dio- By this Act of Consecration, the selves to Jesus through her. This is “It is through the most Blessed to Mary, which St. John Paul II cese is called to come together to faithful will confide the Diocese a very exciting time and important Virgin Mary that Jesus Christ beautifully describes as taking participate in a Diocesewide total and all of its good works to Our moment for parishes and the Dio- came into the world, and it is also her “into one’s own home,” should consecration to Jesus through the Lady in order to fulfill more read- cese.” through her that he will reign in be understood as our following Immaculate Heart of Mary, fol- ily the will of her Divine Son for To support this effort, the Of- the world,” St. Louis de Montfort Christ’s example. lowing the structure created in “33 His Church, Bishop Dewane ex- fice of Evangelization sent Mar- wrote in the “True Devotion to A number of resources are be- Days to Morning Glory” by Father plained. ian Advent reflections following Mary.” ing provided to help parishes plan Michael Gaitley. The shortened nature of Ad- the structure found in “33 Days to St. Maximilian Kolbe wrote and prepare for this consecration, In this Advent Season, which vent, Dec 3-24, necessitated be- Morning Glory.” Each reflection on the Immaculata, the Blessed including video reflections, Mar- falls in the year of the 100th anni- ginning the consecration process focuses on a particular Marian Virgin Mary, and his entire life ian reflections and more. Prayers, versary of the apparitions of Our on Nov. 21. While the “33 Days” Saint — St. Louis de Montfort, St. permeated with a deep love for teachings and reflections will also Lady of Fatima, the faithful of the book can be used by individuals, Maximilian Kolbe, St. Teresa of the Blessed Mother, to whom he be provided to Directors of Reli- Diocese prepare to welcome Jesus the parishes were encouraged to Kolkata, and St. John Paul II — and gave everything, leading him to gious Education as well as to Youth the way that He came: through form prayer groups to work to- their insights on Marian consecra- say, “Rest confidently assured that and Young Adult Directors. These the Blessed Virgin Mary. Thus, we gether in preparing for the con- tion tied into the Advent Season. whoever belongs to her will not be materials will also be made avail- embark on the “Diocesan Advent secration. Several dozen parishes “These Saints developed a spe- lost.” able online at the Evangelization Journey to Jesus Through Mary.” will be doing the full parishwide cial devotion to Mary and her con- While St. Louis de Montfort webpage at www.dioceseofven- Due to the shortness of this Ad- program, while others have opted nection to Jesus Christ,” Mazrin and St. Maximilian Kolbe show ice.org/evangelization. The faith- vent Season, consecration prepa- to apply the program on a smaller explained. “It is appropriate to fol- us deeply the theological signifi- ful are encouraged to visit this site ration began on Nov. 21 and will scale. low their example.” cance to dependence on the Moth- often between now and Dec. 24, as culminate with the consecration “Advent is an important time of St. Louis de Montfort was so er of God, St. Teresa of Kolkata items will be frequently updated. n itself during the liturgy on the preparation and reflection as we moved by Mary’s special place shows us these truths in simplicity Fourth Sunday of Advent, Dec. 24. await Jesus,” said Joshua Mazrin, in the story of salvation that he through her life of love. She always For more information, please Bishop Frank J. Dewane will also Director of the Diocese Office of dedicated himself to the promo- entrusted her prayers and mission contact Joshua Mazrin at consecrate the Diocese to the Im- Evangelization. “Through this tion of Marian devotion with the to Our Blessed Lady, knowing that [email protected] or maculate Heart of Mary during program, we invite Jesus into our knowledge that if anyone desires only through Mary could she truly 941-484-9543, ext. 3104.

NEWSbriefs championships and will be going tion. Parishes have been asked rations such as footprint carrots, 7 p.m., followed by the Mass for to James Madison University on an to focus attention on the plight happy flowers, butterflies, sun- the feast of the Immaculate Con- athletic scholarship. of our persecuted brothers and flowers, turkeys and tea lights. In ception. All are welcome. For de- sisters throughout this week. Re- addition, there were silent auction tails, please contact the parish Day of Prayer sources, including homily notes items and a number of fun raffles at 941-752-6821 or parishinfo@ and intercessions are available and giveaways. olangelscc.org. for Persecuted at www.usccb.org/middle-east Christians Christians. Parish organizing Ground broken for The Committee on Interna- Dinner is fun for all for 40-hour chapel at Epiphany tional Justice and Peace of the U.S. St. Martha Catholic School in Adoration A groundbreaking for a Perpet- Conference of Catholic Bishops Sarasota hosted a family-friendly ual Adoration Chapel at Epiphany Jillian Santiago has designated Sunday, Nov. 26, “Kids’ Knight Out — Garden To Our Lady of the Angels Parish, Cathedral in Venice took place as “A Day of Prayer for Persecuted Table Dinner” Nov. 10. The event 12905 State Road 70 E., Lakewood Nov. 3. The chapel, located in the Mooney swimmer Christians” that initiates “Solidar- featured Chef Jean Caldwell, along Ranch, will hold a special 40-hours heart of Epiphany’s campus, will ity in Suffering: A Week of Aware- with a group of volunteers, who of Adoration, which will span three seat approximately 20 adorers and takes third at States ness and Education.” Bishop Frank prepared a delicious menu fea- days ending on the feast of the Im- will be open 24 hours a day, seven Cardinal Mooney Catholic High J. Dewane will kick off the week turing tasting portions of food to maculate Conception Dec. 8. It days a week. It will provide an op- School senior Jillian Santiago took as celebrant of the 11 a.m. Mass at highlight the school gardens. The can be a time of reflection, prayer portunity for all to visit the Lord, third place in the 200-freestyle at Epiphany Cathedral, 350 Tampa dinner focused on healthy eating, or thanksgiving; a time to have if only briefly, before or after their the State Swimming Finals Nov. Ave. W., Venice. This day falls on science, nutrition and the many a private conversation with Him normal day. To schedule individu- 4. Jillian finished with a personal the solemnity of Christ the King, educational benefits of gardening. who gave us so much. The hours al or group Holy Hours, please con- best 1:50.70. She took first at the and is a fitting time to reflect on Prior to the dinner, students in all are: Dec. 6, 9 a.m.-10 p.m.; Dec. 7, tact Jenny Holaday at 941-441-7495. 200- and 100-freestyle regional religious freedom and persecu- grades created a variety of deco- 6 a.m.-10 p.m.; and Dec. 8, 6 a.m.- 5 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017

DIOCESAN EVENTS ST. JUDE PARISH’S HISPANIC FESTIVAL Assistance still needed. Far left, More than Catholic Charities Diocese of a dozen countries, Venice Inc. continues to assist with including Brazil, relief and recovery efforts from the devastation of Hurricane Irma in were represented Southwest Florida. Your response at the 15th Annual was remarkable and kindness Hispanic Festival at is much appreciated. However, St. Jude Parish in there is a still a great need, in Sarasota on Nov. particular for financial support, 4. Left, Dancing as those affected lost wages and to the music is just need to move as their homes are some of the fun for uninhabitable. If you would like the 10,000 people to make a donation, please visit www.catholiccharitiesdov.org and who attended click on the Donate Now button or the 15th Annual mail a check to: Catholic Charities Hispanic Festival at Diocese of Venice Inc., Attn: St. Jude Parish in Hurricane Irma Relief, 5824 Bee Sarasota on Nov. 4. Ridge Road, PMB 409, Sarasota, FL 34233-5065. Plan de Formación en Festival draws ed 10,000 visitors. People came to das, ceviche, and the famous pa- ticipated and volunteered to staff Español, Está abierta la inscripción see and hear the Mexican ranche- ella of Father Celestino Gutierrez, the booths. This annual festival is para el plan de formación en 10,000 ro music, the Colombia Cumbia Pastor, from his native Spain. As a the oldest one in Sarasota County español. Las clases se realizarán los días viernes de 7 p.m. a 9 p.m. El For the 15th year, St. Jude Par- and the folkloric dances of Spain, bilingual Parish, the members of to feature authentic Latino food, costo por todas las clases será de 25 ish in Sarasota held its successful Puerto Rico and others. In be- both the English- and the Span- music and culture. dólares. Este año se enseñará todo Hispanic Festival with an estimat- tween they tasted tacos, empana- ish-speaking congregation par- el Catecismo de la Iglesia Católica. Para aquellos que se registren y asistan al 80% de las clases se les 0233. $250. www.catholiccharitiesdov. Burke-Sivers, Patrick Coffin, and Parish; second Tuesdays, St. Agnes dará una certificación diocesana. Spiritual adoption and org, 239-337-4193, venetianball@ Bob Rice. Cost: $20 in advance Parish; third Tuesdays, St. Peter the Para inscripción, información sobre Novena of Masses for Life, 25th ccslee.org. (preregistration online), $30 at Apostle Parish; fourth Tuesdays, St. fechas y lugares donde se darán of each month. Both began on 2018 Diocese of Venice door; students, $5 preregistration, William Parish. las clases: http://dioceseofvenice. Solemnity of the Annunciation, Women’s Conference, Feb. 3, 9 $10 at door. dioceseofvenice.org/ • Lehigh Acres area, LOFT, org/programs/hispanic-apostolate/ March 25, and continue through a.m.-3 p.m., Bishop Verot Catholic mens. third Mondays, 6 p.m., St. Raphael plan-de-formacion-en-espanol/. Christmas. www.dioceseofvenice. High School, 5598 Sunrise Drive, The Diocese of Venice will Parish, 2514 Lee Blvd. 239-369- Información: pastoralhispana@ org/respectlife; Jeanne Berdeaux: Fort Myers. Speakers: Kimberly host the 2018 Florida Respect 1831. diocesofvenice.org. 941-441-1101, Berdeaux@ Hahn, Sonja Corbitt, and Rosario Life Conference Sept. 28-29, • Fort Myers area, “Rooted at Registration open for dioceseofvenice.org. Rodriguez. Cost: $20 in advance at the Charlotte Harbor Event St. John XXIII,” first Thursdays, 7:15 formation classes in Spanish. Our Lady of Perpetual (preregistration online), $30 at and Conference Center, Punta p.m. Kelly Evers, 239-561-3022. Classes will be held Fridays, 7-9 Help Retreat Center fashion door; students: $5 preregistration, Gorda. www.dioceseofvenice. Legal help available for p.m. Cost: $25. Catechism of the show, Jan. 13, 2018, 11:30 a.m., $10 at door. dioceseofvenice.org/ org/RLC2018, Berdeaux@ needy. Cenacle Legal Services Catholic Church will be taught Jacaranda Trace, 3000 William womens. dioceseofvenice.org, 941-374-1068. Inc. (CLS), a not-for-profit legal aid this year. Diocesan certification Penn Way, Venice. Afternoon of Bethesda House Mardi Post-abortion reconciliation organization, in partnership with given to those who register and friendship, fashion and food to Gras Madness, Feb. 10, 2018, 6 and healing. Don’t suffer in the Diocese of Venice, serves legal attend 80 percent of classes. benefit retreat center. Hosted by p.m. Michael’s on East, Sarasota. silence. There is healing through needs of its income-eligible clients Registration, information, dates Connie Blum. Fashions by Chicos Proceeds benefit Bethesda House, Project Rachel. Come receive in South Sarasota County without and places: http://dioceseofvenice. and Patchingtons. Tickets: www. a program of Catholic Charities, God’s healing. Next retreat regard to creed, race, age, sex, org/programs/hispanic-apostolate/ olph-retreat.org, 941-486-0233. Diocese of Venice Inc. which being planned now. Contact disability, ethnicity or status in the plan-de-formacion-en-espanol/. 8th annual Sunshine State provides support services for Fonda, 239-719-7210, project. U.S. CLS attorneys volunteer pro Information: pastoralhispana@ Cook-Off Festival, Jan. 27, 2018, individuals living with HIV/AIDS. [email protected], for bono. To request an appointment: diocesofvenice.org. Ave Maria. Largest steak cook-off Includes cocktail hour, auctions, confidential details and location. 941-244-0308, CenacleLegal@ “Cities for Life, Cities east of Mississippi River features Mardi Gras festivities, dinner and Video testimonials: www. gmail.com. CLS offices are located Against the Death Penalty,” 30-35 grillers cooking 2,500 dancing. Tickets: $150. www. dioceseofvenice.org/offices/respect- at 237 N. Nassau St., Venice. Follow Nov. 30, 7 p.m., St. Raphael Parish, boneless ribeye steaks, live music, catholiccharitiesdov.org; 941-355- life/post-abortion-help. on Facebook at Cenacle Legal 2514 Lee Blvd., Lehigh Acres. kids zone. Tickets: $20. Application 4680, ext. 301; [email protected]. World Youth Day 2019. Services. Prayer vigil and program will take deadline for grill teams: Dec. 15. “Operation OLPH Mystery Diocese is planning a group trip Television Mass for the place as Diocese will participate in Cash prize for best steak. www. Dinner Theater,” Feb. 10, 2018, to World Youth Day 2019 in homebound in the northern the worldwide campaign to end sssscookoff.com. Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Panama, Jan. 19-28, 2019. Includes portions of the Diocese, 9:30 use of the death penalty, joining Catholic Charities Ball, Jan. Center, 3989 S. Moon Drive, four-star hotel accommodations, a.m. on the CW Network; in the over 2,000 cities around the world. 27, 2018, 6 p.m., Ritz-Carlton Venice. Presented by Florida Studio nonstop flights and other perks. southern portions of the Diocese, [email protected], Grand Ballroom, Sarasota. Theatre. Features songs from the Contact your Parish youth director, 10:30 a.m., on WFTX-TV (FOX- 941-374-1068. Proceeds benefit programs and ’40s by the Boogie Woogie Bugle DRE, or George L. Smith, Diocese 4). Check your local listings for Marriage Enrichment day, services of Catholic Charities, Girls. Tickets: www.olph-retreat. Youth and Young Adults Director, channel information. Leaflet Dec. 2, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m., St. Cecilia Diocese of Venice Inc. in Sarasota org, 941-486-0233. [email protected], 941- missals are available upon request Parish, 5632 Sunrise Drive, Fort and Manatee counties. Evening Anniversary Masses 484-9543. by calling 941-484-9543 and asking Myers. Renew and strengthen your includes cocktail hour, auctions, celebrating marriage. All “Witnessing Faith with about the TV Mass or by writing: marriage in richness and beauty dinner and dancing. Tickets: $300. couples celebrating 25, 30, 35, 40, Bishop Dewane,” last Fridays, TV Mass, Diocese of Venice, 1000 of the Catholic faith. Register by www.catholiccharitiesdov.org; 45, 50 or 50-plus years of marriage 8:30 a.m., on 1660 AM in Naples, Pinebrook Road, Venice, FL 34285. Nov. 27: www.dioceseofvenice.org/ 941-355-4680, ext. 311; mzorger@ are invited by Bishop Frank J. and 1410 AM and 106.7 FM in Fort Gail Ardy: 941-486-4714, ardy@ marriage-enrichment. Cost: $25 ccdis1.org. Dewane to one of two Anniversary Myers. Listen anywhere online at dioceseofvenice.org. per couple with lunch. Baby-sitting Catholic Days at the Capitol, Masses in their honor: Feb. 17, 11 RelevantRadio.com. Join Bishop Safe Environment training. available for minimal fee. Kim Jan. 30-Feb. 1, 2018, Tallahassee. a.m., Epiphany Cathedral, Venice; Frank J. Dewane for his monthly As part of the Safe Environment Elsmore: elsmore@dioceseofvenice. Includes legislative briefing, and March 10, 10 a.m., St. Leo talks. You can also find them at Program, the Diocese of Venice org, 941-484-9543. meetings with lawmakers, the Great Parish, Bonita Springs. http://dioceseofvenice.org/our- requires that all employees and Mother/daughter Advent lunch with Florida’s Bishops and Register through your parish. bishop/bishop-frank-j-dewane/. those volunteers who work with retreat and tea, Dec. 2, 9:30 a.m.- legislators, tours, annual Red Mass Ignatian preached silent Young adult opportunities. children and/or vulnerable adults 2:30 p.m., St. Patrick Parish, 7900 of the Holy Spirit. Registration retreat, Feb. 22-25, 2018, Our Lady The Diocese of Venice offers many be fingerprinted and trained in Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota. Speaker: deadline: Jan. 2. Jeanne Berdeaux: of Perpetual Help Retreat Center, opportunities for young adults Safe Environment. For class times Katie Hartfiel. Hosted by Family 941-374-1068, Berdeaux@ 3989 S. Moon Drive, Venice. to build communities. Through and locations, contact your local Life Office. www.dioceseofvenice. dioceseofvenice.org. Includes scheduled conferences programs like Theology on Tap, parish or Diocesan school or visit org/motherdaughter; Kim Elsmore: Venetian Charity Ball, Feb. each day, Mass, and opportunity to intramural sports teams, and www.dioceseofvenice.org. Report [email protected], 941- 3, 2018, 6 p.m., Hyatt Regency meet at least once with the retreat Parish-organized social events, all abuses against minors to the 484-9543. Coconut Point Resort and Spa, director. Topics center around there is something available Florida Department of Children Advent retreat, Dec. 7-8, Our Bonita Springs. Proceeds benefit Ignatian spirituality, prayer and for everyone throughout the and Families at 1-800-962-2873. Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat programs and services of Catholic discernment. www.olph-retreat. Diocese. Young adults (18-39) are To report abuse by Diocesan Center, 3989 S. Moon Drive, Charities, Diocese of Venice Inc. in org, 941-486-0233. encouraged to participate in these personnel or volunteers, call Venice. “Prepare Your Heart for Lee, Hendry, and Glades counties. 2018 Diocese of Venice Men’s opportunities to enrich their faith the Diocesan Victims Assistance Christmas.” Cost: $115, double Includes cocktail hour, auctions, Conference, Feb. 24, 9 a.m.-3 and make friends: Coordinator Barbara DiCocco at occupancy; $140, single occupancy; raffles, dinner and dancing. Tickets: p.m., Bishop Verot Catholic High • Naples area, Theology on 941-416-6114. $75, commuter day occupancy. School, 5598 Sunrise Drive, Fort Tap, Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., first www.olph-retreat.org, 941-486- Myers. Speakers: Deacon Harold Tuesdays, St. John the Evangelist Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 www.thefloridacatholic.org YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 6 Kristallnacht, start of Holocaust, remembered BOB REDDY FYI of the Florida Catholic staff The Catholic-Jewish Dialogue of Collier County works with the NAPLES | It was 79 years ago purpose of engaging Catholics and that the radical oppression of the Jews in understanding past history, Jews in Germany and Austria under and advancing the cause of mutual Nazi rule became overtly violent understanding and appreciation of and the Holocaust began. differences as well as commonali- Kristallnacht, or “The Night of ties. A series of events, including Broken Glass,” took place Nov. 9-10, the Kristallnacht commemoration, 1938. The Nazi government orga- take place throughout the year at nized anti-Jewish riots throughout different synagogues and parishes. Germany and Austria. When the To learn more, email cjdialogue@ night was over, 91 Jews were mur- naples.net or call 239-263-4205. dered and 30,000 were arrested and sent to concentration camps. Also, ‘We also commit 5,000 Jewish shops were looted, Rabbi James Rudin speaks during 191 synagogues were attacked, and ourselves to be more the Kristallnacht commemoration Nov. 12 at St. William Parish in bonfires were made of Torah scrolls, vigilant against every People tour and learn more about the Holocaust in a World War II boxcar prayer books and volumes of Jewish Naples. from the Holocaust Museum and Education Center of Southwest Florida, history, philosophy and poetry. form of hatred and following the annual Kristallnacht commemoration Nov. 12 at St. William The action was a watershed event Isaac and the God of Jacob. We pray Parish in Naples. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) in the history of the Shoah, or Ho- intolerance.’ that the memory of what occurred locaust, as it is also called. It repre- in the past will remain a memory,” spoke about religious intolerance in Rabbi Rudin concluded by say- sents the shift from mass arrest and Bishop Frank J. Dewane he said. “We also commit ourselves today’s world and cautioned every- ing, “Never forget. Never, never for- terror to mass murder. From the to be more vigilant against every one that action must be taken now to get!” time of the Kristallnacht onward, in unity to vow to continue to spread form of hatred and intolerance that combat anti-Semitism, persecution The program also included a the momentum of the Holocaust the word in combating racism, big- we see around us.” of Christians in the Middle East, and playing of an April 20, 1945, BBC gathered force and led to the whole- otry, neo-Nazism and a culture of The commemoration began with all forms of hatred and bigotry that radio broadcast of inmates at Ber- sale persecution and the killing of intolerance around the world. Each a lighting of six candles, represent- are occurring in the United States gen Belsen concentration camp and 6 million Jews, including one and a in attendance made a pledge to say, ing the 6 million Jews who died. The and around the world today. The concluded with everyone singing half million children. “Never again!” Bishop Frank J. De- candles were lit by Holocaust survi- rabbi reflected that if we do not, 79 “God Bless America.” In the parking The Catholic-Jewish Dialogue of wane said it is crucial that everyone vors Marcel Fachler, Eva Sands and years from now another rabbi and lot was a World War II boxcar from Collier County held its solemn 15th works to keep the evil of the issue of Sabine Van Damas, as well as sev- bishop will hold a commemoration the Holocaust Museum and Educa- annual Kristallnacht commemora- intolerance in the forefront. eral second-generation survivors. and judge the current generation tion Center of Southwest Florida, so tion Nov. 5 at St. William Parish in “We must not forget. We cry out Guest speaker Rabbi James Rudin saying, “They knew of the injustice. that people could tour it and learn Naples. About 400 people gathered to the God of Abraham, the God of Did they forget?” Quoting St. John more about the Holocaust. n

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At left, “The Nowhere Band” performs during the Sugar Bowl Show of Shows Nov. 12 at the Venice Performing Arts Center. The Catholic Charities event, sponsored by the Knights of Columbus, benefited the needy of South Sarasota County. At right, a sold-out crowd attends the Sugar Bowl Show of Shows Nov. 12. (COURTESY PHOTOS) Show of Shows a success for needy JUDY BOKORNEY sis with one-time assistance that al- of Shows, the Sugar Bowl Fund provides affordable, transitional first and last month rent, and utility Special to the Florida Catholic lows them to remain self-sufficient. committee recommended expan- housing to homeless mothers and deposits. For example, the Sugar Bowl Fund sion of aid to two additional pro- their children. This two-year pro- The crowd was delighted by the VENICE | The 2017 Sugar Bowl provides help for unexpected car re- grams of Catholic Charities that gram offers a stable environment performance of the “The Nowhere Show of Shows was a sold-out suc- pairs, medical and utility bills, and help homeless families transition for the women in which to achieve Band,” which covered the full spec- cess at the Venice Performing Arts rent or mortgage payments. to self-sufficiency. self-sufficiency through education, trum of the Beatles’ long and varied Center. Sponsored by Catholic Six Knights of Columbus coun- The first program to benefit is vocational training and personal career, creating a reproduction of Charities Diocese of Venice Inc. cils — 9924 and 7052, Venice; New Paradigm of Catholic Chari- growth. Beatles’ performances blending and the local Knights of Columbus 15821, Osprey; 7672, Grove City; ties that provides affordable, transi- The Sugar Bowl Fund will help period costumes and authentic in- councils, the show featured Beatles 7997, North Port; and 11553, Engle- tional housing to area families who families who have successfully struments. tribute act “The Nowhere Band” wood — raise the money for the are at risk of becoming homeless. completed the programs at Our The presenting sponsor of the and all the proceeds benefited the Sugar Bowl Fund, while Catholic The two-year program is designed Mother’s House of Catholic Chari- Sugar Bowl Show of Shows was needy of the community. Charities administers the monies to help families develop the skills ties and New Paradigm of Catholic Walmart, and the Venice Gondolier The Sugar Bowl Fund assists through the Financial Assistance necessary to live an independent Charities to relocate into a perma- Sun was the media sponsor along families in the community who are Program to eligible clients. life through financial training, nent residence. Clients will be ap- with a long list of other generous experiencing a financial hardship. In 2017, through September, the credit repair services, counseling, proved by the directors of the two sponsors. Cub Scout Pack 1001 and The fund does this by supporting fund assisted 20 families with 57 and parenting classes. The second programs for assistance from the Boy Scout Troop 1001 sold refresh- families who are at risk of becom- children with $21,411. Due to the program to benefit is Our Mother’s Sugar Bowl Fund. The one-time fi- ments to the crowd. n ing homeless due to a financial cri- overwhelming success of the Show House of Catholic Charities that nancial support will be used for the Neumann football team loses in regional semifinal STAFF REPORT but it will not be soon forgotten. able achievement considering the me every Friday night, Monday Daily News that he is excited for The Celtics fell Nov. 9 to Cham- team went winless in 2015. night, Saturday mornings this the momentum the Celtics pro- NAPLES | A stellar season for pagnat Catholic during the Class The undefeated regular season year.” duced this year, only two years the St. John Neumann Catholic 2A-Region 4 semifinal in Hia- will be remembered for the Celtics Quarterback Jensen Jones, Col- after going winless. High School Celtic football team leah, ending the season with a dominating on the field while the lier County’s leading rusher, fin- “We got great leadership out of ended earlier than most wanted, 9-1 record, which was a remark- community recovered from the ished with 51 hard-earned yards some of our upperclassmen,” he devastating impacts of Hurricane on 17 carries, scoring both touch- added. “We’ve got some young Irma. downs for the Celtics. The first guys who are going to be good Not only did the storm damage touchdown was a 3-yard rush, the football players when they get the community, but games were second was as a receiver, hauling bigger and stronger, but they did rescheduled and ended up being in a 33-yard pass from backup a great job for us this year. I think played three times in a seven-day Thomas Balboni in the third quar- the ship is headed in the right di- span. ter. rection.” n During the 9-0 run, the Celtics, Coach Jones told the Naples under Head Coach Damon Jones, scored 40 points three times, while holding opponents scoreless three times. Until their season- ending loss (44-12), the team had not given up more than 17 points all season. Champagnat was Class 2 state runner-up in 2016. “This is such a great group,” Jones told the Naples Daily News. “They did exactly what we asked The St. John Neumann Catholic High School Celtic football team prays them. We asked them to play hard together following a regional semifinal loss in Hialeah Oct. 16. The and go 48 minutes, and they did 10075-1124 Naples team went undefeated during the regular season just two exactly that. They never quit. It’s years after going winless. (COURTESY) the same thing they’ve done for Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 www.thefloridacatholic.org YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY 8 Respect Life volunteer honored

STAFF REPORT Marrone is a major supporter of several pregnancy help centers, mater- VENICE | Janine Marrone is a nity homes and after-birth homes humble person who has poured in her area. A mobile medical clinic her heart and soul into the pro-life with ultrasound has been operating movement. For her work, Marrone in the Diocese for several years as a was recognized as Volunteer of the result of the generosity of Marrone Year from the Diocese of Venice dur- and her husband. ing the 31st annual Florida Respect She traveled to Washington, D.C., Life Conference held in Weston. to represent the Diocese of Venice at The conference, held Oct. 20-21 the first U.S. Conference of Catholic and hosted by the Archdiocese of Bishops’ training retreat for lead- Miami, is a time when Respect Life ers of Project Rachel. She is also the activists get together to support each driving force behind the creation of other and plan for the future. a new organization, Support After Jeanne Berdeaux, Diocese of Ven- Abortion, which uses Google adver- ice Respect Life Director, said it was tising to drive more women to seek easy to select Marrone, even at the help from Project Rachel and other state level, soley based on her pas- post-abortion healing programs sion and commitment to all things sponsored by pregnancy help cen- related to Respect Life. ters. Marrone was introduced to the As a member of the Legion of world of Respect Life when she at- Mary, and now active with Our tended the 2011 state conference Lady of Lourdes Parish in Venice, hosted in Sarasota. Soon after the Marrone visits and prays with the conference, she was appointed the elderly in nursing homes every Janine Marrone, center, is the Diocese of Venice Respect Life Volunteer of the Year. She received the Respect Life representative for Our honor during the State Respect Life Conference Oct. 20-21 in Weston. (COURTESY) week. She also sponsors network- Lady of Mount Carmel in Osprey. ing luncheons in the Diocese for With lots of new ideas, she began people working with the homeless sponsoring educational gatherings for Life,” a monthly gathering over town in Delaware. After four years when presenting Marrone with the and hungry. after Masses on Respect Life Sun- lunch with no charge for pro-life in the Diocese of Venice, the lun- award. This included the accom- When asked what makes her so day, where she successfully experi- advocates in the tri-county area of cheon is still going strong and is now plishment of collaboration between involved in so many Respect Life mented with the concept that if you Manatee, Sarasota and Charlotte. part of a full day of prayer for an end pregnancy help centers in the area causes, Marrone said, “Because at offer food and mimosas, they will She offered to start the idea in other to abortion. with a Google ad campaign that is some point I just surrendered to the come. dioceses, including St. Petersburg, Much fruit has come from the driving more women to the cen- will of God. The operative word is She co-founded “Luncheons Orlando, Atlanta and in her home- luncheons, Berdeaux explained ters resulting in more babies saved. surrender. After that, it’s easy.” n Verot named Apple Distinguished School STAFF REPORT students embracing our journey. prove their traditional skills in The 1:1 iPad program has revolu- writing, mathematics and sci- FORT MYERS | Bishop Verot tionized our teaching and com- ence, the iPad has allowed stu- Catholic High School in Fort My- pletely transformed our school.” dents to broaden their learning ers has been recognized as an With the use of the iPad, stu- style to include employability Apple Distinguished School for dents can research scientific skills such as communication, 2017-19 for its complete integra- principles, link to real-world ap- professionalism, problem-solv- tion of the one iPad per student plications, and create graphs, ing and teamwork. Content ini- program, and the creation and timelines and surveys based on tiative, creativity and community implementation of an advanced their findings. 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But the problems of the day They also voted to move forward faced some big issues — immigra- should not overwhelm Church lead- the sainthood cause of Nicholas W. tion and racism — straight on and ers who should recognize signs of Black Elk, a 19th-century Lakota zeroed in on how to raise the na- new hope in the Church, mentioned catechist who is said to have intro- tional level of discussion on these by the papal nuncio, Archbishop duced hundreds of Lakota people to topics starting in the church pews. Christophe Pierre, who addressed the Catholic faith. They acknowledged the current the bishops at the start of the meet- As part of the business side of the polarization in the country and di- ing and encouraged them to make meeting, the bishops elected Arch- vides within the Catholic Church, time for prayer amid “burdens of bishop Allen H. Vigneron of Detroit and stressed their responsibility as the office.” as the next secretary of the U.S. Con- Church leaders to promote immi- He told them to be adventurous ference of Catholic Bishops. He’ll gration reform, educate parishio- in the “new frontier of faith” and to take office next November. Votes ners on justice issues and listen to make a strong effort to accompany also were cast for a new chairman those affected by “sins of racism.” young people who often question of the bishops’ Committee for Re- On immigration, Bishop Joe S. their faith. ligious Liberty and chairmen-elect Vasquez of Austin, Texas, who is Bishop Frank J. Dewane of Venice, center, looks on Nov. 14 during The bishops also heard from the for the committees on Communi- chairman of the Committee on the fall general assembly of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops Vatican secretary of state, Cardinal cations, Cultural Diversity in the Migration of the U.S. Conference of in Baltimore. Pietro Parolin, at a Nov. 12 Mass Church, Doctrine, National Collec- Catholic Bishops, said there needs where he was the main celebrant tions and Pro-Life Activities. to be a “path to legalization and citi- aside the need to care for immi- a watershed moment where the and the homilist, and at a dinner They highlighted past events zenship for the millions of our un- grants. Archbishop Salvatore J. Cor- Church could play a leadership role. celebrating the USCCB’s 100th an- such as the Convocation of Catho- authorized brothers and sisters who dileone of San Francisco took this a He spoke about discussions hap- niversary. lic Leaders in Orlando this summer are law-abiding, tax-paying and step further saying prudential judg- pening at diocesan and parish lev- The cardinal told the U.S. bish- and spoke about tapping into the contributing to our society.” The ment can’t be “taken lightly” on a els, and several bishops commented ops that the Church needs them energy that came from that national bishops responded with applause “justice issue like immigration.” about them as well noting that these today to “bring not only material as- gathering at diocesan and parish and an agreement by voice vote to Archbishop Thomas Wenski of discussions are not easy, but so nec- sistance but also the spiritual balm levels. issue a statement calling for com- Miami said the bishops’ defense of essary to bring about healing. of healing, comfort and hope to new They also previewed upcom- prehensive immigration reform. immigrants, as brothers and sisters, Other key issues of the day where waves of migrants and refugees who ing events such as the U.S. Catholic The bishops were keenly aware not problems, is not only right for Church leaders are responding income knocking on America’s door.” Church’s Fifth National Encuentro, that their defense of immigrants immigrants but “for our society as clude health care, taxes and abor- He also urged them to follow the or “V Encuentro,” next September in was not necessarily the view of the a whole.” tion, mentioned by Cardinal Daniel pope’s call to accompany the mod- Grapevine, Texas, and World Youth U.S. Church at large. For ex ample, “We can make America great, but N. DiNardo of Galveston-Houston ern church. Day Jan. 22-27, 2019, in Panama City. Chicago Cardinal Blase J. Cupich you don’t make America great by in his first address as USCCB presi- Prior to the Mass at the Basilica of The bishops identified key issues spoke of dangers of Catholics fall- making America mean,” he added, dent. He took office at the close of the National Shrine of the Assump- they are addressing with Congress, ing prey to and believing “poison- referring to a slogan of President last year’s fall assembly. tion of the Blessed Virgin Mary, including health care, the federal ing rhetoric” about immigrants that Donald Trump without naming “We are facing a time that seems a few protesters held placards or budget and tax reform, and conclud- demonizes them. him. more divided than ever,” Cardi- placed them on the sidewalk, called their assembly by mentioning the “There’s something wrong in our On racism, Bishop George V. nal DiNardo said. “Divisions over ing on the U.S. bishops to embrace impact of recent disasters such as churches, where the Gospel is pro- Murry of Youngstown, Ohio, head health care, conscience protections, pacifism. hurricanes and wildfires. claimed, and yet people leave our of the bishops’ Ad Hoc Committee immigration and refugees, abor- Also in the lobby of the hotel Bishop Curtis J. Guillory of Beau- worship services, our Masses on Against Racism, said the Church tion, physician-assisted suicide, where the bishops were meeting, mont, Texas, a region hard hit by weekends, with that rhetoric still must recognize “and frankly ac- gender ideologies, the meaning of a protester sought dialogue with Hurricane Harvey, said often when echoing in their hearts,” he said. knowledge” its failings. He said the marriage and all the other headlines Church leaders to urge them to of- tragedies occur, “you just feel very Several bishops also brought up issue has found a “troubling resur- continue to be hotly debated. But fer sanctuary to immigrants facing much alone and wonder how you the notion of prudential judgment gence” in recent years, referring our role continues to be witnessing deportation, and another voiced are going to move forward.” — referring to the view Catholics particularly to a white supremacist the Gospel.” displeasure with Church leaders he He thanked the bishops for their could take on immigration that rally in Charlottesville, Va., this year He explained that the National said support war. support, in prayers, phone calls and differs from the bishops — since it where he said racial hatred was “on Catholic War Council, created The second public day of meet- donations, which he described as a is not a specific matter of Church full display.” by the U.S. bishops in 1917 in re- ings did not tackle major societal is- “wonderful sign of solidarity” and teaching. “Racism isn’t going to be con- sponse to the world refugee crisis sues but examined ways the bishops sign of unity of our faith. This will be The bishops who spoke on the quered by speech but by actions,” that emerged from World War I and can continue to uphold the Catholic a long and costly recovery, he noted, floor didn’t buy that argument and said Archbishop Wilton D. Gregory the forerunner to the USCCB, was faith from specific wording in the but added that “people have deep, said Catholics can’t use it to push of Atlanta, adding that this was formed to address great national baptismal rite, a review of catecheti- deep faith.” n Detroit archbishop elected next USCCB secretary starting fall 2018 DENNIS SADOWSKI Activities. At their spring meeting in June, Cardinal Blase J. Cupich of Chica- lections: Bishop Joseph R. Cistone Catholic News Service Archbishop Vigneron will suc- the bishops voted to make what go, 96-82. of Saginaw, Mich., over Archbishop ceed New Orleans Archbishop was an ad hoc religious liberty • Committee on Communica- Michael O. Jackels of Dubuque, BALTIMORE | Archbishop Al- Gregory M. Aymond, who is start- body a permanent standing com- tions: Bishop Michael F. Burbidge Iowa, 124-65. len H. Vigneron of Detroit will be ing his third and final year of his mittee. Baltimore Archbishop Wil- of Arlington, Va., over Bishop John Bishops also chose six members the next secretary of the U.S. Con- three-year term. The Detroit prel- liam E. Lori served as chairman of O. Barres of Rockville Centre, N.Y., from among eight nominees for the ference of Catholic Bishops, tak- ate will serve one year as secretary- the committee since its creation in 116-70. Catholic Relief Services board of di- ing office next November. Bishops elect and then start a three-year 2011. • Committee on Cultural Di- rectors. Re-elected were Archbish- voted 96-88 to elect Archbishop term in office at the conclusion of Bishops also voted for chairmen- versity in the Church: Bishop op Thomas Wenski of Miami, Bish- Vigneron Nov. 14 during their fall the 2018 fall general assembly. elect of five committees. Those Nelson J. Perez of Cleveland over op Felipe J. Estevez of St. Augustine, general assembly. Archbishop Joseph E. Kurtz of elected will serve for one year be- Bishop Shelton J. Fabre of Houma- Bishop Edward J. Burns of Juneau, Votes also were cast for a new Louisville, Ky., was elected over fore beginning three-year terms at Thibodaux, La., 102-77. Alaska, and Bishop Rhoades. New chairman of the bishops’ Com- Archbishop Jerome E. Listecki of the conclusion of the bishops’ 2018 • Committee on Doctrine: members are Archbishop Bernard mittee for Religious Liberty and Milwaukee as chairman of the fall general assembly. Bishop Kevin C. Rhoades of Fort J. Hebda of St. Paul and Minneapo- chairmen-elect for the commit- Committee on Religious Liberty by Those elected include: Wayne-South Bend, Ind., over lis, and Bishop Fabre. Not elected tees on Communications, Cultural a 113-86 vote. He was to assume his • Committee on Pro-Life Ac- Bishop Daniel E. Thomas of Toledo, were Bishop Jaime Soto of Sacra- Diversity in the Church, Doctrine, duties at the conclusion of the as- tivities: Archbishop Joseph F. Nau- Ohio, 110-95. mento, Calif., and Bishop Oscar A. National Collections and Pro-Life sembly. mann of Kansas City, Kan., over • Committee on National Col- Solis of Salt Lake City. n Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Florida Catholic FLORIDA NEWS 10

FIND OUT MORE Catholic Legal Services, through its different programs, offers orientation Parish supports family of and legal advice in matters of immigration. Apart from hosting citizenship workshops with the help of other pro- immigrant organizations, the agency member who was deported offers information and free consulta- tions at “Conoce tus derechos” (Know your rights) events. You may ROCÍO GRANADOS contact Catholic Legal Services through La Voz Católica correspondent the website http://www.cclsmiami.org/ or by visiting the main office at 28 W. MIAMI BEACH | Like many im- Flagler, 10th floor, Miami. The phone migrants in the United States, Aldo number is 305-373-1073. Ordoñez came to this country looking for better opportunities 15 years ago. He came on a tourist visa and Such reliefs were available during stayed. In 2011, when he wanted to the Obama administration, which renew his driver’s license, he was prioritized the deportation of un- reported to ICE (Immigration and documented immigrants who had Customs Enforcement), which is- been convicted of serious crimes. sued a deportation order. He asked Quiros said that many more for a Stay of Removal — a postpone- people now seek help at the offices ment of deportation — which was of Catholic Legal Services. “Before, granted, and allowed him to obtain they were about 1,500 per month, a work permit, a Social Security now they are 3,000 a month. There number and a driver’s license. is panic and fear,” she said, noting This temporary relief allowed that the increase is being seen not Ordoñez to work as a maintenance only by nonprofit organizations, but man, and be the main provider for also by attorneys in private practice. his wife and 14-year-old daughter — an American citizen. He paid taxes FIND A LAWYER and continued actively participat- Even though there are no laws ing in the different movements and that protect undocumented im- activities of his parish, St. Joseph in migrants from deportation, “the Miami Beach. best protection is to speak with an This past June, while soliciting immigration lawyer, not a notary. the renewal of his Stay of Removal Pictured are Melissa Ordoñez, left, and Eva Ruales, daughter and wife, respectively, of Aldo Ordoñez, a Someone who knows the immigra- for the sixth time, he was arrested St. Joseph parishioner who was deported to his native Peru in June of this year. Melissa is a U.S. citizen, tion laws of this country, to be able and sent to a detention center. De- but both mother and daughter joined Ordoñez in Peru. (PHOTOS BY ROCÍO GRANADOS | LA VOZ) to guide them well,” said Quiros. spite countless signatures and let- It’s important for the undocu- ters from the Archdiocese of Miami, Peru. many people are in his situation. It’s to last year, especially of immigrants mented to trust the lawyer they St. Joseph Parish and of those who the way the Church supports and without a criminal background. The choose and notify him or her of any knew him, testifying to his integrity SUPPORT AT VIGIL accompanies these people and it’s new administration has expanded major changes in their lives, such and his service, as well as that of his “It’s the first time that we collect- to manifest the need to find a solu- the deportation priorities, which as: marrying an American citizen or family, he was deported to his native ed money for an immigrant. The en- tion.” now include any person accused or permanent resident; having a son or Peru seven weeks later. tire community has responded. The Since the beginning of the Trump suspected of committing a crime, daughter born in the United States; “Ever since I knew he had been generosity has been extreme,” said administration, the cases of undoc- those who have a deportation order getting a divorce; or if they suffer deported, I have been unhappy, be- parishioner Marta Amieva, one of umented immigrants like Ordoñez, pending, and those who came back some type of victimization. These cause he didn’t deserve being locked the organizers of a vigil for Ordoñez who have no criminal background to the country after being deported. events can create an avenue for re- up,” said Eva Ruales, Ordoñez’s wife, and all immigrants that took place and are deported, have become It also accelerated the court process. lief where there wasn’t one before. who is also undocumented. One this past August. It was the first such more common. In the case of Ordoñez, the post- Throughout the Archdiocese of month after her husband’s deporta- vigil at the parish, put on by mem- ponement of deportation that had Miami, the situation of the undocu- tion, she and her daughter returned bers of the Taizé prayer group. ARRESTS INCREASE been renewed every year “was like mented “is incredibly sad. They feel to Peru. “He is an exceptional man. He According to an ICE report, a band aid that he was able to put marginalized, displaced. They feel “She is scared,” Ruales said of her helps everyone. Those are the types three weeks prior to the end of the on,” said Ana Quiros, a lawyer with they can’t serve like the rest because daughter, who feared that ICE would of people we want to have here,” 2017 fiscal year, fewer deportations Catholic Legal Services of the Arch- they don’t have the same opportu- also arrest her mom. “Living this Amieva said of Ordoñez. (211,068) had been carried out in diocese of Miami. “He wasn’t given nities. It’s like living incognito, so way is horrible. They say that now Pedro Peralta, coordinator of comparison to the 2016 fiscal year a benefit, it only prolonged the fi- no one will find out about their situ- things will get worse. I don’t want lectors at St. Joseph, participated in (240,255). But detentions have in- nal decision for a time. Now, that ation because it might put them in to risk it, I’m way too nervous, and the vigil. He said he met Ordoñez creased by 43 percent in comparison doesn’t exist.” jeopardy. It’s sad,” said Father Gon- I don’t want to be here anymore,” 10 years ago, when he served as a zalez-Betancourt. “We have to unite Ruales told La Voz Católica shortly lector, Emmaus group coordina- and pray.” before leaving the U.S. tor at St. Joseph, and founder of the Amieva considers that there is a For his part, speaking to the same group at the nearby parish of great confusion between protecting newspaper from Peru a few days St. Francis de Sales, also in Miami the country and avoiding the illegal after his deportation, Ordoñez said Beach. entry of terrorists, as well as what he is uncertain about starting over “He is a person who has worked should be done with the people who again in a country he hasn’t lived in and always helped this commu- have been here for many years and for 15 years. “It’s a radical change,” nity and other communities. He is a have obeyed every law. he said. Ruales said she feels very great friend,” Peralta said. “What an undocumented immi- grateful to this country, but “God Father Adonis Gonzalez-Betan- grant wants is to work, earn money, wanted to put us over there, it must court, parochial vicar at St. Joseph, not be illegal, not be afraid to go out be for a reason.” said the parish community sup- in the street,” she said. “That is what Since Ordoñez was arrested, the ported Ordoñez for three reasons. the majority wants. Why don’t we parish community of St. Joseph “First, because he is a person in give legal permission to those who supported him and his family. They need. Second, he is a very good per- have spent ‘x’ amount of years here, hired a lawyer while he was in de- son, very involved in the church, who have been paying their taxes, tention, helped with the paperwork in the community, very generous, who don’t have criminal records, to obtain his daughter’s American very committed, with a very good A parishioner prays during the vigil at St. Joseph Parish in Miami Beach who are excellent citizens. That’s passport, and collected the funds formation. A person with integrity. for the Ordoñez family and all immigrants after the deportation of what we should fight for.” n for his family to re-establish itself in And third, because we noticed that one of the parishioners. 11 NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Cardinal: Blessed Solanus lived out faith, hope, charity every day CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE um for the start of the liturgy. The elevated from venerable to blessed music was provided by a 25-mem- after a review by the Vatican’s Con- DETROIT | Blessed Solanus ber orchestra and a choir of 300 gregation for Saints’ Causes was Casey always said that “as long as directed by Capuchin Franciscan completed earlier this year. 11572-1124 there is a spark of faith,” there can Father Ed Foley. The singers were The miracle involved the heal- be no discouragement or sorrow, members of parish choirs from ing — unexplained by medicine or said Cardinal Angelo Amato, head across the Detroit metro area. science — of a woman with an in- of the Vatican’s Congregation for Cardinal Amato was the main curable genetic skin disease, Paula Saints’ Causes. celebrant, joined at the altar by De- Medina Zarate of Panama. She His words were accompanied troit Archbishop Allen H. Vigner- was only recently identified pub- by “the concrete practice of faith, on, Archbishop Christophe Pierre, licly and she was at the Mass. As it hope and charity in his everyday apostolic nuncio to the United began, she walked up to the altar • Wrongful Death & Serious Injury • Elder Abuse & Neglect life,” said the cardinal in his hom- States, and Boston Cardinal Sean with a reliquary holding a relic of • Auto Crashes • Medical Malpractice ily during the Nov. 18 beatification P. O’Malley, himself a Capuchin Blessed Solanus. Mass for the beloved Capuchin Franciscan. Zarate was visiting friends in • Abuse & Neglect of Physically & Developmentally Challenged Franciscan friar who was known In the congregation were 240 Detroit and stopped at Father Home visit if needed for his cures and wise counsel. Capuchin friars and at least 300 Casey’s tomb to pray for others’ Abogados que hablan español Catholic Lawyer • Boston College Grad Licensed in seven states Former Jesuit Volunteer Corp Member “He came from an Irish family members of the Casey family from intentions. After her prayers, she (FL, GA, VA, MD, DC, PA and NY) Parishioner – St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church of profound Catholic convictions. across America and their ancestral felt the strong urging to ask for the 10610-1124 Faith for him was a very precious country of Ireland. The Casey fam- friar’s intercession for herself, too, 407-839-0866 • www.maherlawfirm.com inheritance for facing the difficul- ily’s Irish roots were reflected in and received an instant and visible ties of life,” Cardinal Amato said. the Irish hymns chosen as part of healing. “When the young Bernard (his the music for the liturgy. The miraculous nature of her given name) Casey, entered the Ca- “What a witness was our beloved cure in 2012 was verified by doc- puchins, he passed from one com- Solanus,” said Father Michael Sul- tors in her home country, in De- munity of faith to another.” livan, provincial minister of the troit and in Rome, all of whom Blessed Solanus “focused on Capuchin Franciscan Province of confirmed there was no scientific the poor, the sick, the marginated St. Joseph in Detroit, as the cere- explanation. Father Casey himself and the hopeless,” Cardinal Amato mony began “He opened his heart died of a skin disease July 31, 1957. said. “He always fasted in order to to all people who came to him. He Born Nov. 25, 1870, in Oak give others their lunch. For hours prayed with them, he appreciated Grove, Wisconsin, Bernard Francis upon hours, he patiently received, them, and through him, God loved Casey was the sixth of 16 children listened and counseled the ever- them powerfully again and again.” born to Irish immigrants Bernard growing number of people who “For decades countless faithful James Casey and Ellen Elizabeth came to him.” have awaited this moment,” said Murphy. He enrolled at St. Fran- The friar saw people “as human Archbishop Vigneron before ask- cis High School Seminary near beings, images of God. He didn’t ing Cardinal Amato to read the de- Milwaukee in 1891 to study for the pay attention to race, color or reli- cree from Pope Francis declaring diocesan priesthood. But because gious creed,” the cardinal said. Father Solanus “Blessed.” of academic limitations, he was ad- A congregation of 66,000 people He is the second American-born vised to consider joining a religious filled Ford Field, home of the NFL’s male to be beatified, after Blessed order instead. Detroit Lions, which was trans- Stanley Rother, a North American He went to Detroit to join the Ca- formed for the Mass. The altar, priest from Oklahoma who in 1981 puchin order in 1897. He was given placed at midfield, was created was martyred while serving the the religious name Solanus. originally for St. John Paul II’s visit people of a Guatemalan village. He He continued to struggle aca- to the Pontiac Silverdome in 1987. was beatified Sept. 23 in Oklahoma demically but was finally ordained To the right of the altar was a large City. in 1904 as a “simplex priest,” mean- painting of Blessed Solanus. It was Among the hundreds, if not ing he could celebrate Mass but unveiled after the beatification thousands, of healings attributed could not preach doctrinal ser- rite, which took place at the begin- to Blessed Solanus during and mons or hear confessions. ning of the Mass. after his lifetime, Pope Francis He went to New York and served Dozens of bishops, priests and recognized the authenticity of a for two decades in friaries and deacons processed into the stadi- miracle necessary for the friar to be churches there and was transferred back to Detroit in 1924,

where he began working as the 10741-1124 porter, or doorkeeper, of St. Bo- naventure Monastery. Father Casey co-founded the Capuchin Soup Kitchen in 1929 and today it serves the Detroit metro area by providing food, clothing and human development programs to the people of the community. In addition to preparing and serving up to 2,000 meals a day, the facility has an emergency food pantry, service center and a tutoring program for children. He spent his life in the service of people, endearing himself to thou- Paula Medina Zarate is escorted by two Franciscans as she carries a sands who would seek his counsel. relic of Blessed Solanus Casey during his beatification Mass Nov. 18 at From 1946 to 1956, he was at the Ford Field in Detroit. The Panamanian woman’s miraculous healing Capuchin novitiate of St. Felix in from a skin disease was the miracle needed to advance the Capuchin Huntington, Indiana, then was Franciscan friar’s cause to beatification. JEFF( KOWALSKY, COURTESY transferred back to Detroit for what MICHIGAN CATHOLIC | CNS) was the last year of his life. n Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Florida Catholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS 12 Archbishop Gomez : ‘Future of church in good hands’ at NCYC Mass

NATALIE HOEFER ery day. I promise you, if you spend Catholic News Service time in prayer every day … you will start to see that Jesus is with you and INDIANAPOLIS | When In- how much he loves you.” dianapolis Archbishop Charles C. Elizabeth Murillo of the Diocese Thompson thanked Los Angeles of Dallas, who attended NCYC for Archbishop Jose H. Gomez for cel- the first time, experienced such a ebrating the Nov. 18 closing Mass of moment earlier during the confer- the National Catholic Youth Confer- ence. ence, a cheer broke out from the Los “One of the things that stood out Angeles youths in attendance. to me is that someone said to let And when he mentioned the U.S. God speak to me, and (God) said to Conference of Catholic Bishops’ me, ‘You’re not alone, you have me. meeting held in Baltimore some You can count on me anytime you days before the youth gathering, want,’” she told The Criterion, news- that archdiocese’s contingent of paper of the Indianapolis Archdio- teens shouted and clapped. cese. He proceeded to receive shouts Several youths cited the time and standing ovations when he adoring the Blessed Sacrament as a thanked the National Federation of group of 20,000 teens Nov. 17 in the Catholic Youth Ministers, and then stadium as the NCYC moment that when he thanked the Archdiocese had the most impact. of Indianapolis, and then when he “I’ve been to adoration before thanked all of the religious, deacons, many times at different retreats,” priests and bishops who helped with said Elisha Mix of the Orlando Dio- NCYC, and then when he wished ev- cese. “But to see (20,000) youths eryone safe travels. adoring the Lord is something Archbishop Thompson just amazing.” shook his head and laughed. Daniel Linn of St. John the Evan- “A guy going to a Catholic wed- Teenagers from the Archdiocese of Atlanta hold hands during the Lord’s Prayer at the Nov. 18 closing gelist Parish in Indianapolis agreed. ding told me he didn’t know if Mass of the National Catholic Youth Conference in Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis. (MIKE KROKOS, “I’ve never celebrated it that way he should wear a dress suit or a THE CRITERION | CNS) before, with so many people being warmup suit because Catholics so sacred,” he said. stand up and sit down so much!” he wove into his homily another auspi- of giving,” Archbishop Thompson from Matthew is what God wants Overall, said Daniel, NCYC was joked. And that line too received a cious Catholic event that happened continued. “Try to do little things for each of us: ‘Well done, my good “just mind blowing. It was very pow- thunderous standing ovation. earlier that day. for God. Try to be a little miracle in and faithful servant. … Come, share erful to see all these people come It was the kind of spirited joy that “Blessed Solanus Casey was just someone’s life. Give hope. Yes, we your master’s joy,’” he said. together and celebrate their faith to- only 20,000 youths could exude at beatified today in Detroit,” he said. can strive for holiness because it is The archbishop gave specific ad- gether. The Church is a lot stronger the end of the three-day NCYC gath- “(God) gave him many gifts. He was … doing God’s will in the little things vice to help the youths do God’s will than it seems in the world.” ering. a good listener, and he had a deep of daily life.” and to become holy: “The most im- Based on a comment he made in Not long before the revelry, the faith and deep heart for Jesus. He Such was the message of the day’s portant thing … is to pray.” his homily, it would seem that Arch- very same youths had knelt in sol- wanted above all to serve God.” Gospel reading from Matthew, he “When I was your age, I made a bishop Gomez agrees. emn prayer after receiving the most But that is not why the Capuchin said of the parable of the servants decision … to spend some time in “You inspire us bishops,” he told holy Eucharist during the conven- Franciscan was beatified, said the and the talents. prayer daily, and it has made an ex- the 20,000 youths. “You give us tion’s closing Mass in Lucas Oil Sta- archbishop. Rather, he was beatified “The parable of the talents is a tra difference in my life,” Archbish- hope. The future of the church is in dium in Indianapolis. “because he tried to serve God in ev- plan for life,” Archbishop Gomez op Gomez continued. good hands with you.” n Thirteen bishops, including ery moment. … He used his gifts to said. “Jesus is talking to us about our “If you make time for prayer ev- Archbishop Thompson, concel- help others. relationship with God. How are we ery day, you will see a difference. … Hoefer is a reporter at The Criterion, ebrated the Mass with its primary “This is how God wants us to using the gifts God gives us? Listen to (Jesus), even for just a few newspaper of the Archdiocese of In- celebrant, Archbishop Gomez, who live, to make your whole life a life “The words we hear in the Gospel minutes. … Be consistent. Do it ev- dianapolis. Bishops urge Congress to allocate funds for U.N. climate change agency CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE man Development. mittee. The bishops called on the tives that climate science can be in encouraging the development of The U.N. framework guides in- lawmakers to follow the action of misused to further various eco- policies to help poor communities WASHINGTON | Two bishops ternational climate policy. Among the U.S. Senate when it included nomic, social, political and ideo- around the world adapt to climate have called on the House of Repre- the programs it supports is the In- $10 million in the state and foreign logical agendas and that it is impor- change, the bishops said. “By sup- sentatives to provide $10 million to tergovernmental Panel on Climate operations appropriations bill for tant to support credible scientific porting the UNFCCC, the United fund the United Nations’ work on Change, or IPCC, a scientific body the U.N. Framework Convention on research as carried out by the IPCC States can direct attention and re- climate change. that includes scientists from around Climate Change. and other agencies supported by sources toward adaptation mea- Support for the U.N. Framework the world whose work is used by Citing the U.S. Conference of the U.N. agency. sures that help all people, especially Convention on Climate Change is policymakers dealing with climate Catholic Bishops’ statement earlier “Restricting funding to the UN- the poor, adapt to the effects of cli- essential to protecting the “God- change. in 2017 that the federal budget is FCCC will only weaken the ability of mate change globally,” they wrote. given gift” of the environment “for The bishops’ Nov. 10 letter was a moral document that has “pro- the United States to dialogue in the The letter concludes by asking the good of all,” wrote Bishop Os- addressed to Rep. Hal Rogers, R- found implications for the common international arena using a com- that the U.S. upholds its long-stand- car Cantu of Las Cruces, N.M., and Kentucky, as chairman of the House good of our nation and the world,” mon language based on the best ing commitment to international Bishop Frank J. Dewane of Venice. Appropriations Committee’s Sub- the bishops said funding the U.N. science available. Catholic teaching collaboration and diplomacy on They respectively chair the U.S. committee on State, Foreign Op- agency would serve humanity as affirms the importance of placing climate issues by allocating $10 mil- bishop’s Committee on Interna- erations and Related Programs, it deals with how to respond to cli- science at the service of the human lion to the U.N. Framework Conven- tional Justice and Peace, and Com- and Rep. Nita Lowey, D-New York, mate change. person,” the letter said. tion on Climate Change as delibera- mittee on Domestic Justice and Hu- ranking member of the subcom- They reminded the representa- The U.N. framework also assists tions continue in the committee. n 13 ADVENT Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 An Advent meditation: Memory and hope MSGR. J. BRIAN BRANSFIELD Catholic News Service FOOD FOR THOUGHT Advent is a season of preparation, Patience is both a gift from God “So, what are you giving up for anticipation and waiting. It’s a time to and a “muscle” to be worked. A virtue Advent?” stretch and strengthen a particularly is a “habitual and firm disposition to Lent gets all the attention. There stubborn, and sometimes weak, “muscle” do good,” reads the Catechism of the is Shrove Tuesday, Ash Wednesday, — patience. Catholic Church (No. 1833). “The moral the daily “giving up” of chocolate In his Letter to the Galatians, St. Paul virtues grow through education, deliberate acts and perseverance in struggle,” the and meatless Fridays. Lent has a lot lists patience among other fruits of the catechism continues (No. 1839). of reminders. But Advent sneaks up Holy Spirit such as love, joy, peace, kind- on us. For a string of Sundays, the ness, generosity, faithfulness, gentleness What deliberate acts will you take this priest is in green vestments signify- and self-control (5:22-23). Advent to grow in patience? ing Ordinary Time in the Church. St. Thomas Aquinas, in the “Summa Better get a head start. The pre-Christ- Then, all of a sudden, the priest Theologiae,” argues that patience is a mas workout won’t last long; Advent is enters Mass in purple vestments. virtue. He quotes St. Augustine: “The virtue a bit shorter this year. The fourth week of Oh, and there’s the Advent wreath of the soul that is called patience, is so Advent is only a day long, Sunday — it’s great a gift of God, that we even preach also Christmas Eve, as Christmas falls on — the three purple candles and one the patience of him (God) who bestows it a Monday. rose candle. Each week of Advent, up on us.” we light another candle. As the days get shorter and the sun sets earlier, as the darkness to grow. It was the last place one are in a disagreement with a loved grows outside, the light grows with- would expect anything new to ever one, let’s refuse to have the last in the Church. Light is God’s first emerge. word. miracle: “Let there be light” (Gn And for the Catholic, memory is The next time we are convinced 1:3). And to this day, light expands, never nostalgia, it is never confined that we are right, instead of prov- traveling at over 186,000 miles per to the past. Hope looks to the fu- ing our point again, let’s listen to second. ture. So does Advent. the other who we are convinced is It may seem, with the natural And so, what can we do? It all “wrong.” disasters this past year, the hurri- A lit candle is seen on an Advent wreath in this 2016 photo. We begins with light. Hope is the light The next time we demand our canes and earthquakes, wildfires remember that God’s first miracle, light, is also his most frequent. of Advent. Patience is hope rehears- own way, let’s refuse to take it. This and disease, and of course with all (LISA JOHNSTON, ST LOUIS REVIEW | CNS) ing. Patience is hope’s favorite hid- isn’t “giving in” or “giving up,” this of the man-made disasters of rac- ing place. Not patience as a pas- is giving forth. Like Jesus. ism, gun violence and drug deal- ask ourselves, what can we do? We ture his own and in his humanity sive “sitting still,” but patience in Advent sneaks up on us. So does ing, that the days are getting dark- can remember. Memory sparks began to form in the womb of Mary. the face of our old battlegrounds, hope. And hope begins in small er. There are the personal hurts light. Advent is the great memory We remember that Jesus, in his where we want to have the last places that are unseen at first. And and those of our families, job loss, of the Church. death and resurrection, has de- word, be in control, be first, have like the light, hope grows. n depression and long-held misun- We remember that God’s first feated death on its own ground, our own way. derstandings. miracle, light, is also his most fre- and in the world’s darkest place This Advent, may we let the light Msgr. Bransfield is the author of We need the light to grow. With quent. We remember that the Cre- — the sealed tomb — light, uncon- grow and give patience to others as “Living the Beatitudes: A Journey to so much going on in the world we ator of light made our human na- tainable supernatural light, began a gift. How? The next time you or I Life in Christ.”

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Don’t season begins. logue. dig for answers that can’t be given The liturgy of Advent, with its It is telling that in John’s Gospel, you yet: You cannot live them now. songs and prayers, emphasizes that Jesus’ first recorded statement is a For everything must be lived. Live we are in a time of waiting, as do question: “What are you looking the questions now, perhaps then, the prayers from the Roman Mis- for?” (Jn 1:38), which he will ask someday, you will gradually, with- sal. In them, we beg for the resolve three more times. out noticing, live into the answer.” to run forth unburdened by earthly We are reticent to take these Advent is a privileged time to al- undertakings, eagerly pressing for- questions into consideration. We low the human to be reawakened ward in haste to meet the Lord. Ev- find them unsettling because we within us, to love the questions that ery detail reminds us to prepare in don’t have ready answers. Instead of life opens, to embrace our fragility anticipation. Members of the Sistine Chapel Choir perform during an Oct. 24 press embracing the questions, we’d rath- and need for Another to respond to Anticipation is an important as- conference at the Vatican for the release of their new CD, “Veni er dismiss them or reduce them to them. Domine: Advent and Christmas at the Sistine Chapel.” The liturgy pect of happiness. An undesired or something achievable. A mother’s In his latest book, “Disarm- of Advent, with its songs and prayers, emphasizes that we are in a unannounced visit is a hassle, an time of waiting. (PAUL HARING | CNS) desire for her child’s happiness, for ing Beauty,” Father Julian Carron answer to a question that wasn’t example, is often reduced to the writes: “Christ came into the world asked is an annoyance. At the same achievable desire for safety or suc- to call man back to the depths of time, increased anticipation makes are we waiting for? the unquenchable longing for the cess. all questions, (for) Christ proposes the resolution even sweeter. Consequently, we may end up infinite within man, the Christian Those questions and desires himself as the answer to what ‘I’ am In the words of Winnie-the- asking: What is the ultimate mean- revelation will always be regarded make us aware of our finitude and and only an attentive, tender and Pooh, “Although eating honey was ing of existence? Why is there pain as uninteresting. poverty. The more seriously we take impassioned awareness of my own a very good thing to do, there was and death? Why is life ultimately In fact, Reinhold Niebuhr writes our longing, desire and questions, self can make me open and lead me a moment just before you began to worth living? What is reality made that one-half of the people in the the more we become aware of being to acknowledge, admire, thank and eat it which was better than when for? What are we looking for? world regard the Christian answer needy beggars seeking a fulfillment live Christ.” n you were.” These questions, hopes and as uninteresting because they have out of our reach. Yet, they arise When it comes to Advent, then, it longings reflect the cry for fulfill- “no questions for which the Chris- when least expected, especially Father Medina is national leader is fair to ask: What are we anticipat- ment behind every human effort, tian revelation is the answer and no in those moments of great joy and of the Catholic ecclesial move- ing? What answer, longing or hope but today they are easily taken for longings and hopes which that rev- sorrow. They are expressions of our ment Communion and Libera- granted. Without them, without elation fulfills.” nature and nothing can eradicate tion. How St. Joseph is an Advent model DAVID GIBSON Catholic News Service Advent gets under way, Christians not to depend on our own estab- “were not yet living together, be- begin again their quest to see God’s lished strategies.” Awaiting the Lord cause they were not yet married. In face. Does that sound like a contra- means preparing “to let ourselves the meantime, Mary, after having “Let us see your face.” The whole diction in terms? be visited by him, even if it disturbs welcomed the angel’s announce- Church repeats this five-word, During Advent, Christians pa- our plans.” ment, came to be with child by the heartfelt plea to God four times dur- tiently await the revelation of the Patiently preparing to welcome power of the Holy Spirit.” ing Masses on Advent’s first Sunday. face of God at Christmas. Notably, the Lord might mean asking prob- Joseph “was bewildered.” Try- Heard in the responsorial psalm this pursuit prepares them to dis- ing questions, whether individually, ing to do God’s will, Joseph made after the first biblical reading, it cover how God is present in their as families or as faith communities, “what for him (was) an enormous echoes this repeated plea to God in lives and world now. questions like: Have I been asking sacrifice,” the pope explained. The Psalm 80: “Light up your face and For the memory of Jesus’ birth is the wrong question about some- Gospel says that since Joseph “was a we shall be saved.” a living memory, not the memory of one I consider difficult? What is the righteous man, yet unwilling to ex- Does it make sense for the Chris- an event confined to the past. Like right question? Do we possess hid- pose (Mary) to shame,” he “decided tian family to beg God at the Advent the determined Wise Men from the den gifts that might well benefit us to divorce her quietly.” season’s beginning to reveal his East (Mt 2:1-12), contemporary peo- and others? Why do these gifts re- This “reveals a true inner drama” face? Doesn’t the memory of the one ple of faith set out to find Jesus and main hidden? if one thinks of Joseph’s love for born 2,000 years ago in Bethlehem discover what his birth portends for St. Joseph is an Advent figure. Mary, said Pope Francis. But God reveal this — the one frequently de- them. God unexpectedly disrupted Jo- opened up “a different path.” scribed as God’s face in this world? Where can the Lord be seen and A statue of St. Joseph is seen at seph’s life plan. As the time of Jesus’ In the Gospel’s words, “the an- “Christ is the face of God, which heard in the 21st century? Pope a church in Hicksville, N.Y., in birth approached, a great question gel of the Lord appeared to him in is never darkened,” Pope Francis Francis approaches this as a basic this 2015 photo. (GREGORY A. challenged Joseph fiercely. His an- a dream and said, ‘Joseph, son of told bishops from around the world Advent question. He spoke of it at SHEMITZ | CNS) swer would transform his entire life. David, do not be afraid to take Mary in September 2016. When he called the start of Advent in 2016. Joseph is a bridge for the Church your wife into your home. For it is in April 2015 for a Year of Mercy The Lord visits humanity, he greater dimension, one which puts between Advent and Christmas. through the Holy Spirit that this throughout the Church, he stated said. “We all know” that this “oc- into perspective everyday things, His story is told in 2017 both during child has been conceived.’” emphatically: “Jesus Christ is the curred with the incarnation, Jesus’ while at the same time making the Dec. 18 Advent Mass and the Joseph had been “following a face of the Father’s mercy. These birth in the cave of Bethlehem.” But, them precious, crucial.” Christmas vigil Mass. good plan for his life,” but God re- words might well sum up the mys- the pope continued, “the Lord vis- Pope Francis accented the often Near the end of Advent in 2013, served “another plan for him, a tery of the Christian faith. Mercy its us constantly.” Consolingly, he “unexpected” form of the Lord’s Pope Francis highlighted Joseph’s greater mission,” Pope Francis said, has become living and visible in Je- walks “alongside us.” presence. “The relationship with predicament. The Gospel of Mat- adding: “By accepting himself ac- sus of Nazareth.” Furthermore, he “will come the God-who-comes-to-visit-us” thew (1:18-25) tells of “the events cording to God’s design,” Joseph This, then, is no distant Lord. As again in glory to judge the living and casts a “different light” on every- preceding the birth of Jesus,” pre- fully found himself. n the Gospel of John plainly states, the dead.” But this faith statement is thing, he said. senting them from the perspective the word of God “made his dwell- not meant “to scare us,” Pope Fran- Advent, he added, encompasses of Joseph, “the betrothed of the Vir- Gibson served on Catholic News ing among us” (1:14). So God’s face cis remarked. Instead, the purpose a call “to expand” our hearts’ ho- gin Mary,” the pope observed. Service’s editorial staff for 37 is known among Christians. But as is “to open our horizons to another, rizons. “To do this, we must learn Joseph and Mary, he continued, years. Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Florida Catholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS 18 Priest mediates between Zimbabwe generals, Mugabe BRONWEN DACHS ciliation and openness to a process alo said. “But running a country Catholic News Service of shared national envisioning, we through martial law sets a bad prec- are all doomed.” The situation can edent. This is unconstitutional, and CAPE TOWN, South Africa | A be used “as an opportunity for us to Zimbabwe needs to look urgently at Catholic priest is mediating be- find one another to build something how it can return to civilian rule.” tween Zimbabwean President Rob- that is permanently healing for our Khumalo told CNS that “people ert Mugabe and generals who seized nation,” they said. with degrees are standing on the power. Father Fidelis Mukonori, par- Bishop Abel Gabuza of Kimber- side of Harare’s streets selling air- liamentary liaison officer for Harare ley, who chairs the Southern Afri- time, if they haven’t yet managed to Archdiocese, is trying to mediate can Catholic Bishops’ Conference get out of the country.” a graceful exit for the 93-year-old justice and peace commission, said “Zimbabweans are becoming president, who has led Zimbabwe the military action in Zimbabwe more and more impoverished,” he for 37 years. was “not expected.” said, noting that “Zimbabwe doesn’t Father Frederick Chiromba, “We are very disturbed at what’s even have its own currency, and ob- secretary-general of the Zimbabwe happening” in neighboring Zimba- taining cash is very difficult now.” Catholic Bishops’ Conference, told bwe, he told CNS in a Nov. 15 tele- In an early November joint state- Catholic News Service Nov. 16 that, Zimbabwe President Robert Mugabe inspects soldiers in 2007 in phone interview from Pretoria, not- ment, the Zimbabwe bishops’ con- through his work, Father Mukonori Harare. Church leaders in Zimbabwe called for calm and for an interim ing that “it has all the ingredients of ference and the Zimbabwe Council knows Mugabe and the senior mili- government after the military seized power Nov. 15. (PHILIMON a coup.” of Churches said the country’s poli- tary officers well. BULAWAYO, REUTERS | CNS) “This is the price one pays when tics had become “poisonous, and He said Father Mukonori was not the democratic process has been there is no more civilized debate at a Nov. 15 meeting of the Zimba- around Mugabe; he said the presi- rapid in the last few days, the real undermined for so long,” Bishop in our institutions.” Political op- bwe Heads of Christian Denomina- dent and his family were safe. deterioration has been visible for Gabuza said. position is treated as treachery by tions, who called for an interim gov- Mugabe’s policies are widely everyone to see for a long time,” they He expressed concern for the Mugabe’s government, they said. ernment to be formed to “oversee blamed for Zimbabwe’s economic said. They called for calm and urged safety of people in Zimbabwe. “We Reuters, the British news agency, the smooth transition to a free and decline over the past two decades. people not to spread misinforma- hope a resolution is found soon,” he reported that on Nov. 13, Gen. Con- fair election.” The church leaders, Millions of economic refugees have tion, particularly on social media, said, noting that the southern Afri- stantino Chiwenga said the army including Father Chiromba, said left the country, with most going to because it leads to “despondency can region needs a “politically and refused to accept the firing of Zim- they wanted to make it clear to the South Africa. The Christian leaders and fear.” economically stable Zimbabwe.” babwean Vice President Emmer- military “that it is their responsibil- said many Zimbabweans are “con- The Christian leaders said Zim- Danisa Khumalo, director of the son Mnangagwa and the purging ity to ensure that human dignity and fused and anxious about what has babwe could use this crisis as an op- Denis Hurley Peace Institute in Pre- of his supporters. Mnangagwa, a rights are respected.” transpired and continues to unfold portunity and called for a national toria, told Catholic News Service former security chief, was ousted Earlier that day, Zimbabwe’s in our nation.” They said there is “no dialogue. There is “no chasm that is that Zimbabweans “are desperate early November to pave the way for army seized control of the govern- way we can go back to the political too big not to be crossed through the for change.” Mugabe’s 52-year-old wife, Grace, to ment, with a spokesman giving as- arrangements we had some days power of reconciliation,” said the “Some are excited now and are succeed him. n surances on national television that ago. We are in a new situation.” statement from Christian leaders. saying that it doesn’t matter” where they were “only targeting criminals” “While the changes have been They noted that, “without recon- this change comes from, Khum- Pope sends condolences after quake in Iran, Iraq sociated Press reported residents in CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE telegrams, signed by Cardinal Piet- the rural area rely mainly on farm- ro Parolin, Vatican secretary of state. ing to make a living. VATICAN CITY | Pope Fran- As he often does in emergen- Caritas MONA, the regional cis sent messages of condolence to cies, Pope Francis also asked for branch of the Church’s charitable people in Iran and Iraq after a mag- the “blessings of consolation and aid agency in the Middle East and nitude 7.3 earthquake killed more strength” for first responders and North Africa, sent tweets asking than 400 people, mostly in Iran. civil authorities. people to join Caritas Iran and Cari- The pope “assures all affected by The U.S. Geological Survey said tas Iraq in prayers for those affected. this tragedy of his prayerful solidar- the Nov. 12 quake was centered 19 “Our thoughts and prayers are ity,” said the nearly identical mes- miles outside Halabja, Iraq. It was with our brothers and sisters in sages, released Nov. 13. felt as far west as the Mediterranean Iraq and Iran following yesterday’s “In expressing his sorrow to all coast. devastating earthquake that hit the A woman mourns next to a dead body following an earthquake in who mourn the loss of their loved The hardest-hit area was Iran’s border region,” said another tweet Sarpol-e Zahab, Iran, Nov. 13. The Nov. 12 earthquake killed more ones, he offers his prayers for the western Kermanshah province, Nov. 13. n than 400 people and injured more than 6,000 in Iran and Iraq. deceased and commends them to which sits in the Zagros Mountains (TASNIM NEWS AGENCY VIA REUTERS | CNS) the mercy of the almighty,” said the that divide Iran and Iraq. The As- Chinese officials pay poor to swap religious images for portraits of Xi CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE ognized their mistakes and decid- tian images involved officials giv- Revolution, religious intolerance families has also brought back ed not to entrust to Jesus but to the ing money to poor households in and Mao’s dogma prevailed. Young further memories of the Cultural HONG KONG | Officials in (Communist) Party” claiming the return for hanging Xi’s portrait. people were encouraged to criti- Revolution, when youths enforced China’s eastern Jiangxi province Christians voluntarily removed Father John, in northern China, cize their elders, including parents Communist Party ideology. Young have replaced religious images dis- 624 religious images and posted said he felt Xi had become “another and teachers. People accused of people of the Red Guards engaged played by Christian families with 453 portraits of Xi. Mao” Zedong following the 19th spying for foreign powers were de- in the arrest and public humili- portraits of the country’s leader, Xi The officials also claimed they National Congress of the Chinese tained and beaten to obtain con- ation of anyone considered to be Jinping. were “converting” Christians to Communist Party in October. The fessions. deviating from the teachings of Ucanews.com reported that, on party loyalty through poverty al- priest predicted that other officials Priests in China who spoke to revolutionary leader Mao. Nov. 12, pictures were uploaded to leviation and other schemes to around the country would imitate ucanews.com did not see any di- Recently, the Chinese Society the popular social messaging ser- help the disadvantaged. Nearly 10 what had been done in Jiangxi. rect return to the conditions of the of Education, affiliated with the vice WeChat account of Huangjin- percent of Yugan County’s largely With the party’s new revised Cultural Revolution, but said they Education Ministry, released two bu town government, showing impoverished 1 million people is “Regulations on Religious Affairs” feared religious and social controls videos online aimed at teaching officials removing images of the Christian. to be implemented Feb. 1, Chinese would continue to intensify. children to report family members cross and other religious subjects Father Andrew, who declined to Christians and observers believe “It is not going to be good,” said who could pose a threat to national in Yugan County. give his full name for fear of gov- religious policy will closely follow one of the priests. security. One video was for prima- The message from officials said ernment retribution, told ucanews. Xi’s “Sinicization” model. The release in China of videos ry school students and another for the Christians involved had “rec- com that the removal of the Chris- During the 1966-76 Cultural urging children to spy on their high school students. n 19 NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017

CHURCH LEADERS DECRY ADMINISTRATION PLAN TO END TPS Nicaraguans: ‘They’re putting us in limbo’ DENNIS SADOWSKI this a permanent thing for all the do so.” A day later, Bishop Vasquez Catholic News Service TPS recipients.” said that conditions in Haiti are im- Some advocates on the call ex- proving, but not to the extent that WASHINGTON | Immigration pressed concern that ending TPS the country can safely accept the re- advocates decried a Department would pose a threat to national turn of an estimated 50,000 Haitian of Homeland Security decision to security because the countries in nationals who receive TPS. end Temporary Protected Status for question were ill-prepared to ac- His comment came as the bish- 2,500 Nicaraguans who have been cept tens of thousands of returnees. ops’ Office of Migration and Refu- living in the United States for nearly Governments already stretched to gee Services released a report, 20 years. adequately protect their citizens are “Haiti’s Ongoing Road to Recovery: They also lamented during a call unlikely to be able to assist people The Necessity of an Extension of with reporters Nov. 7 that Elaine in their return, possibly leading Temporary Protected Status.” The Duke, acting secretary of Home- to destabilization that could spill report details the findings of a del- land Security, put off a decision across borders, said Oscar Chacon, egation to Haiti Sept. 4-7 led by Mi- on TPS for 57,000 Hondurans for executive director of Alianza Amer- ami Archbishop Thomas Wenski. six months, saying more time was Hugo Martinez, chancellor of El Salvador, speaks at a news conference icas. He was joined by Bishop Launay needed to determine if they could in San Salvador Nov. 6, the same day the U.S. Department of “Congress has an opportunity to Saturne of Jacmel, Haiti; and repre- remain in the U.S. because of ad- Homeland Security said it would end Temporary Protected Status for fix something,” he said. “We need sentatives of Migration and Refugee verse social and economic condi- 2,500 Nicaraguans. (RODRIGO SURA, EPA | CNS) to recognize that these communi- Services and the Catholic Legal Im- tions in their homeland. ties have become a permanent part migration Network Inc. (CLINIC). Randolph P. McGrorty, executive mers out a legal fix. Guatemala. of our community.” The report comes as Haitians director of Catholic Legal Services The TPS designation is for those The advocates also pointed to Meanwhile, Bishop Joe S. face the termination of their TPS in the Archdiocese of Miami, said who have come to the U.S. from cer- decisions due in several weeks Vasquez of Austin, Texas, chairman designation Jan. 22. The Trump U.S. law is meant to be implement- tain countries because of a natural from homeland security on TPS for of the U.S. Conference of Catholic administration must determine by ed “with a certain degree of kind- disaster, continuing armed conflict, people from El Salvador and Haiti, Bishops’ Committee on Migration, Nov. 23 whether to extend or for- ness and compassion,” and that criminal violence or other extraor- calling on Duke to extend protec- welcomed the six-month extension mally terminate the status. sending people to countries that dinary conditions. It authorizes tions without delay. of TPS for Hondurans. In a Nov. 8 Earlier, Duke’s decisions on Ni- are ill-prepared to welcome them employment and protection from Belinda Osario, a native of Hon- statement, the bishop said it was caraguans and Hondurans drew would do far more harm than good. deportation for about 320,000 peo- duras who works as a housekeeper “the right thing to do” while officials criticism from CLINIC. Jean Atkin- He called on policymakers in ple from 10 countries. at Walt Disney World in Orlando, studied the situation in the country. son, the organization’s executive Congress and the administration of On Nov. 6, Duke discontinued told reporters that living her life in He cited an October report is- director, said in a statement Nov. 7 President Donald Trump to recog- TPS for Nicaraguans, delaying the six-month increments waiting for a sued by the bishops’ Office of Mi- that the decision on Nicaraguans nize that Nicaraguans, Hondurans effective date for them to leave the decision on TPS was “like a torture.” gration and Refugee Services that “is a cruel and ultimately short- and other TPS holders are vibrant country until Jan. 5, 2019. Duke “They’re putting us in limbo. described the difficult conditions sighted action.” She said the lives of members of their parishes, neigh- also announced the automatic ex- That’s unfair,” she said of Home- that continue to plague the belea- thousands of Nicaraguan families borhoods and workplaces. “I think tension for six months of TPS for land Security officials. guered country including ongoing who “help make the United States they deserve to have some sense of Hondurans, explaining that further Osario added that she would violence and security threats to vibrant” would be disrupted and belonging,” he said. study was needed on conditions resist returning to her homeland citizens, a still-forming protection that both the U.S. and Nicaragua Rather than ending TPS, the in the northern Central American because she had made a life with system, deep poverty and environ- would be harmed. advocates from an array of agen- country. She set a new expiration her family in the U.S. She said she mental degradation. Bishop Kevin W. Vann of Orange, cies said, it was time for Congress date of July 5. did not want her 14-year-old son to “TPS recipients have deep ties Calif., a member of CLINIC’s board to develop a legislative plan to al- Royce Murray, policy direc- be subject to gang recruitment and to our communities, parishes and of directors, added in the statement low Nicaraguans, Hondurans and tor at the American Immigration threats of violence if he were sud- country,” the bishop said. “They are that American society is respon- others to remain in the U.S. perma- Council, said that Duke’s decision denly forced to live in a country that business owners, successful pro- sible for protecting all members of nently in the name of family unity indicates that the administration would be foreign to him. fessionals, homeowners, parents of the human family and that “means and because they play vital roles in is “struggling with the seriousness “I’m not leaving. No matter what, U.S. citizens and most importantly TPS should not be revoked until building American society. They of the conditions and complicated I’m not leaving,” said Osario, who children of God. We must find a safe return and reintegration can called for TPS to be extended at situation” in Central America’s so- has been in the U.S. for 26 years, the solution for these individuals and be assured.” n 18-month intervals, as the current called Northern Triangle, which in- last 19 as a TPS holder. “My hope is their families, and we stand ready law requires, until Congress ham- cludes Honduras, El Salvador and they change the legislation to make to support Congress in its effort to Haiti: ‘It’s not a question of sending them home ... they are home’ DENNIS SADOWSKI 18 months “to allow for an orderly estimates that Haitians with TPS plished. “Catholic social teaching of the Catholic Legal Immigration Catholic News Service | transition.” have about 27,000 U.S.-born chil- recognizes a duty to not turn our Network, was on the same delega- Religious leaders and advocates dren. backs on our neighbors in need,” he tion and agreed with the archbish- WASHINGTON | Advocates on a media conference call Nov. 21 Separately, Bishop Joe S. Vasquez said, adding, “Our Haitian neigh- op’s assessment. She called Duke’s and church leaders rallied around described the decision affecting of Austin, Texas, chairman of the bors, at home and abroad, need our decision “morally outrageous … un- 58,000 Haitians living in the United Haitians in dire need of stability U.S. bishops’ Committee on Migra- compassion while their country re- founded” and called her to under- States since a ferocious 2010 earth- and security as lacking compassion tion, called Duke’s decision “deeply builds and recovers.” take assessment that considers the quake after the Trump administra- and kindness. troubling.” Archbishop Wenski explained in actual conditions in the country. tion moved to end a humanitarian “It’s not a question of sending “This decision will devastate the media conference that during In a statement late Nov. 20, program that allowed them stay in them home. After so many years in many families with TPS members, a fact-finding trip he led to Haiti in Homeland Security said Duke de- the country. the United States, they are home,” including those with U.S. citizen September, his delegation learned termined that “those extraordinary The Haitians will be forced to said Archbishop Thomas G. Wenski children, It will tear individuals that the country “does not have but temporary conditions caused leave the country by July 22, 2019, of Miami. from loved ones, homes, careers conditions adequate to receive any by the 2010 earthquake no longer or face deportation. “People have put down roots. and communities. It will also have number of people being expelled exist,” requiring that TPS for Hai- Department of Homeland Secu- They’ve started businesses and a direct negative consequences for from the United States or any other tians be terminated. rity Acting Secretary Elaine Duke families and their children are many in Haiti who rely on remit- place.” Atkinson and others disagreed terminated the Temporary Protect- American citizens. To send them tances for support,” he said in a He and others on the call urged with the assessment. They said the ed Status, or TPS, for Haitians Nov. back and take away their means of statement Nov. 21. people of faith and “good will” to return of up to 58,000 people to the 20 after determining that condi- livelihood would not be in the best He said the U.S. has a respon- pressure Congress to enact a legal Western Hemisphere’s poorest nations in the poor Caribbean nation interested of the Haitians, their sibility to provide continued tem- solution to make permanent the tion would destabilize a country had improved significantly since children or the American society in porary protection for TPS holders legal status of Haitians and people where adequate housing is unavail- the earthquake. The effective date which they live,” he said. until their return and reintegra- from other countries granted TPS. able and a large portion of the pop- of the termination was delayed for The Center for Migration Studies tion at home can be safely accom- Jean Atkinson, executive director ulation faces food shortages. n Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Florida Catholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS 20

ROHINGYA CRISIS MAY GROW Longing for peace: Pope to preach WORSE, CARITAS OFFICIAL WARNS dialogue in Bangladesh, Myanmar COX’S BAZAR, Bangladesh | Although Bangladesh has welcomed CINDY WOODEN A woman from a massive influx of Rohingya Catholic News Service Myanmar feeds refugees from neighboring Myanmar her child in in recent weeks, a Catholic aid a U.N. clinic official is worried that the welcome | While the on- VATICAN CITY for severely may soon be wearing thin. James going crisis of Rohingya refugees malnourished Gomes, regional director of Caritas, fleeing Myanmar for Bangladesh Rohingya the Church’s charitable agency, said will draw much attention during children Oct. 28 Bangladesh responded quickly to Pope Francis’ visit to the two coun- in the Balukhali the surprise arrival of more than tries in late November, the pope Refugee 600,000 Rohingya, most of whom also is expected to focus on inter- Camp near fled their homes with nothing but religious dialogue, poverty and cli- Cox’s Bazar, the clothes on their backs. “As mate change. Bangladesh. a Bangladeshi, I’m proud of my “He will be insisting on eco- More than people and my government. Even nomic justice and environmental 600,000 though we’re densely populated, we justice,” said Cardinal Charles Bo of Rohingya made the quick decision to open the Yangon, Myanmar. Justice in both have fled border and host the Rohingya. Peo- areas would be “the major promot- government- ple from all over the country came ers of peace and harmony” in the sanctioned forward in order to stand beside region. violence in these people who had suffered so Although to different degrees, Myanmar much. Without that solidarity, many the two countries the pope will for safety in more people would have died,” Bangladesh. Gomes told Catholic News Service. visit are struggling to establish a Yet such hospitality is starting to be democracy that respects the rights tested, Gomes said. of minorities — both religious and ethnic. Differences are exacerbated by poverty and the difficulty of ac- One of the 18 is now Bishop Paul Both Myanmar and Bangladesh development aid from the Church. raised our voice for the protection of cessing very limited resources; the Ponen Kubi of Mymensingh. have experienced tensions between Only about 30 percent of the staff- democracy, we support democratic situation is further worsened by “The Bangladesh Church has religious communities and have ers are Catholic, but the entire staff forces. Democracy is in a very early climate change, which is evident grown a lot,” Bishop Kubi told mourned the loss of lives slaugh- discusses the human and religious stage, and it needs support.” in the droughts, flooding and in- Catholic News Service. “We had tered in terrorist attacks. The Mus- values they have in common. The core of Pope Francis’ mes- creased power and frequency of only four dioceses and four bishops lim faith of the Rohingya is cited Also, he said, people in Ban- sage is likely to be similar to the cyclones that move in from the Bay in Bangladesh; now we have eight as one of the reasons they often are gladesh — from the president and heart of his message in Sri Lanka of Bengal. dioceses and nine bishops.” seen as “foreigners” by Buddhist na- prime minister on down — make a in January 2015: “The inability to Both Bangladesh and Myan- “We are a very small minority tionalists in Myanmar. Bangladesh, point to participate in each other’s reconcile differences and disagree- mar are ranked in the top 10 on the Christian community in Bangla- too, has had experience of hardline major feasts. So dialogue “is not just ments, whether old or new, has “Long-Term Climate Risk Index” desh,” the bishop said, but all the nationalists, this time Muslims, at- a cerebral discussion, but a celebra- given rise to ethnic and religious published annually by German- people want “to live together in har- tacking members of its Hindu mi- tion.” tensions, frequently accompanied watch think tank. mony and peace, though they are of nority. “The Christian community is by outbreaks of violence.” Pope Francis is scheduled to ar- many religions and cultures. I be- In both countries, the Catholic considered a peace-living commu- Religions have a key role to play, rive in Myanmar Nov. 27 and stay lieve that Holy Father Pope Francis community has been a force for di- nity in Bangladesh,” he said. he insisted. But that means “all until the afternoon of Nov. 30 when will emphasize this.” alogue. Cardinal Patrick D’Rozario In Myanmar, Cardinal Bo said, members of society must work to- he flies to Bangladesh. He returns to “We are in the periphery,” he of Dhaka, Bangladesh, told CNS the Church is “a small but very vis- gether; all must have a voice. All Rome late Dec. 2. said, but Pope Francis’ presence that interreligious dialogue “is not ible community,” which has “an op- must be free to express their con- Although lively and growing, “will make us known to the whole imported by us, it is part of our cul- portunity to be salt and light to this cerns, their needs, their aspirations the Catholic communities in both world. We feel proud of his coming.” ture.” nation.” and their fears. Most importantly, countries make up less than 1 per- Cardinal Bo told CNS that he ex- “The Catholic Church is very “We are in the forefront of inter- they must be prepared to accept cent of the population. The vast pects interreligious initiatives for active in a dialogue of service,” he religious initiatives for peace,” he one another, to respect legitimate majority of people in Myanmar are peace to be a major theme of the said, with non-Catholics account- said, pointing out that Catholics or- diversities and learn to live as one Buddhist, while the overwhelming pope’s talks in Myanmar where, ing for 90 percent of those receiv- ganized the country’s first interreli- family.” n majority in Bangladesh are Muslim. like in other countries, religions ing medical care, education or gious peace conference. “We have Both countries have been plagued can “become the tools for extrem- by political and ethnic tensions ism. The pope’s presence and his A Rohingya that have found religion to be an dialogue with various stakeholders woman easy difference to exploit for politi- would affirm the reconciling role of carries a bag of food cal gain. religions in this country.” provided by In Bangladesh, Pope Francis will The theme of the visit to Myan- Caritas in the ordain 16 priests; in 1986, St. John mar is “Love and Peace.” And, simi- Mainerghona Paul II visited the country and or- larly, the theme of the visit to Ban- Refugee dained 18 men to the priesthood. gladesh is “Harmony and Peace.” Camp Oct. 27 near Cox’s Bazar, TOURS OF THE ICONIC Bangladesh. Ave Maria Catholic Church (PHOTOS BY PAUL are NOW available! JEFFREY 11280-1124 A Special Place to Visit, An Inspira ional Story | CNS) Plan a Tour for Your Group or Organizaion.

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SCRIPTURE Prepare for the final exam readings Sunday, Nov. 26 river, only to find out that the child pare better every day for the final to the Corinthians about the end Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the was Jesus. These stories, whether exam. of time, when “in Christ shall all Friday, Nov. 24 Universe historical or not, present us with the It is good to consider concrete be brought to life, but each one in St. Andrew Dung-Lac, priest, and Ez 34:11-12, 15-17; Ps 23:1-3, 5-6; most important reality of our lives: ways that you and I are called to live proper order: Christ the first fruits; Companions, martyrs 1 Cor 15:20-26, 28; Mt 25:31-46 Everything we do to our neighbor, out these works. One specific and then, at his coming, those who 1 Mc 4:36-37, 52-59; (Ps) 1 Chr 29:10-12; either for good or evil, the Lord Je- perhaps surprising thought occurs belong to Christ.” Already now, Lk 19:45-48 As academic dean at St. Vin- sus sees as something done to him. to me. All of these corporal works of though, Christ lets us share in his cent de Paul Regional Seminary The divisiveness in the current mercy imply things that are done work of bringing his life to all. We Saturday, Nov. 25 in Boynton Beach, this political climate and even for people directly in front of us. In can do this indeed as we live out 1 Mc 6:1-13; Ps 9:2-4, 6, 16, 19; time of the semester our within the Church her- our time, though, it is important as the corporal works of mercy, but Lk 20:27-40 students are busily pre- self is such that it is easy well to live virtuously “virtually,” in also the spiritual: “instructing the paring for their final ex- to worry about ourselves everything we do online. What we ignorant; counseling the doubt- Sunday, Nov. 26 ams. This Sunday, in the and ignore the prob- do and say on social media — blog- ful; admonishing sinners; bearing celebration of the solem- lems of others. We can be ging, commenting on websites, wrongs patiently; forgiving offences Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the nity of Christ the King, tempted to spend our en- tweeting, texting — is being done willingly; comforting the afflicted; Universe the Church listens to the ergy on keeping afloat and to Jesus’ least brothers and sisters, praying for the living and the dead.” Ez 34:11-12, 15-17; Ps 23:1-3, 5-6; parable of the sheep and fail to look at the needs of and thus to Jesus, just as surely as In all of these ways, we are called to 1 Cor 15:20-26, 28; Mt 25:31-46 the goats, from Chapter others. This would be a what we do in person. bring the life of Christ to all. In all of 25 of St. Matthew’s Gos- serious mistake. In the first reading, we read from these ways, we are indeed prepar- Monday, Nov. 27 SUNDAY pel, which might be de- WORD Precisely when there Ezekiel: “Thus says the Lord God: I ing well for our final exam. Dn 1:1-6, 8-20; (Ps) Dn 3:52-56; Lk 21:1-4 scribed as a study guide is pain and suffering in myself will look after and tend my We cannot know when we will for our final exam. We Father the world, we need to do sheep. As a shepherd tends his flock have to take our final exam. On Tuesday, Nov. 28 all have to prepare for whatever we can to help when he finds himself among his many occasions Jesus and Paul Alfredo Dn 2:31-45; (Ps) Dn 3:57-61; Lk 21:5-11 the encounter with our our brothers and sisters scattered sheep, so will I tend my tell us that the issue is to always be Hernández Judge and Redeemer at in need, performing what sheep.” prepared. As we close the liturgical Wednesday, Nov. 29 the end of our lives. This the Church calls the “cor- We certainly understand that Je- year and prepare to begin Advent, parable tells us how to poral works of mercy,” sus is our Good Shepherd and King, the best way to be prepared is to Dn 5:1-6, 13-14, 16-17, 23-28; (Ps) Dn 3:62- be prepared: “Whatever you did for which come specifically from who “looks after and tends” us. At ensure that the Lord finds us lov- 67; Lk 21:12-19 one of the least brothers of mine, this Gospel passage. The corporal the same time, if we take seriously ing him always, in our brothers and you did for me.” works of mercy are the following: the message of the whole Gospel, if sisters. On the solemnity of Christ Thursday, Nov. 30 There are many stories in the feeding the hungry, giving drink to we take seriously what it means to the King, let’s prepare for the final St. Andrew, Apostle Christian tradition of people who the thirsty, clothing the naked, giv- be incorporated into Christ, “Priest, exam. n Rom 10:9-18; Ps 19:8-11; Mt 4:18-22 experienced the message of this ing shelter to the homeless, visiting Prophet and King” in baptism, then parable in a very real way. St. Mar- the sick, visiting the imprisoned, we are called to be instruments by Father Hernández is academic dean Friday, Dec. 1 tin of Tours gave his cloak to a beg- burying the dead. The corporal which Jesus continues to “look af- and Director of Liturgy at St. Vincent gar and later in a dream saw Jesus works of mercy are not the limit ter and tend” all of our brothers and de Paul Regional Seminary in Boyn- Dn 7:2-14; (Ps) Dn 3:75-81; Lk 21:29-33 wearing his cloak. St. Christopher is of how to show the love of Jesus in sisters. ton Beach. Saturday, Dec. 2 said to have helped a child to cross a practice, but give us a plan to pre- St. Paul writes in the First Letter Dn 7:15-27; (Ps) Dn 3:82- 87; Lk 21:34-36

Sunday, Dec. 3 ‘Mostly somewhere else’ First Sunday of Advent Sunday, Dec. 3 Is 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7; Ps 80:2-3, 15-16, Christmas, but God keeps giving God, to see signs of God’s always- St. Paul reminds us in the First Let- 18-19; 1 Cor 1:3-9; Mk 13:33-37 First Sunday of Advent us Advent. approaching presence. ter to the Corinthians that “God is Is 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2-7; Ps 80:2-3, 15- Emmanuel. God with us — not While Psalm 80 gives voice to faithful” (even when we are not), Monday, Dec. 4 16, 18-19; 1 Cor 1:3-9; Mk 13:33-37 only in the past, not just in the fu- our waiting and longing for God to and we are “enriched in every way ture, but here and now, today, right “show God’s face,” Isaiah and Jesus and not lacking in any spiritual Is 2:1-5; Ps 122:1-9; Mt 8:5-11 There is a story told about a where we happen to be. and Paul remind us: God’s face is gift” (even though it frequently feels monk who comes to his abbot seek- Jesus had a way of looking at always gazing upon us, but we are like it) as “we wait for the revelation Tuesday, Dec. 5 ing enlightenment. the world that sees it as exploding the ones with eyes and hearts wan- of Our Lord Jesus Christ.” Is 11:1-10; Ps 72:1-2, 7-8, 12-13, 17; He both eagerly and with signs of God’s pres- dering around “somewhere else.” Advent is our invitation to see Lk 10:21-24 impatiently addresses ence — sometimes joy- Imagine for a moment what the Christ coming — not just in the the abbot, firing ques- ful, sometimes terrifying, experience of Sunday Eucharist past, where he can be safely con- Wednesday, Dec. 6 tions at him like an in- sometimes exhilarating, might be in these coming weeks of tained in a plaster crèche or an Is 25:6-10a; Ps 23:1-6; Mt 15:29-37 quisitive 4-year-old. sometimes humbling. Advent if only each of us could truly illustrated book; not buried in a Finally, the abbot says, And like Advent, this is be there — fully awake, attentive, sweet Christmas carol or strangled Thursday, Dec. 7 “Just look.” The monk is not easy for us either. It is engaged — and not “somewhere in a set of uncooperative icicle lights very disappointed and much easier to look at the else”? — but right here and right now, St. Ambrose, bishop and doctor of the responds with a pouty world and see it as full of Imagine not worrying about whatever and wherever our “here Church voice: “Really? I’m always absences — places where heading out to shop, not stressing and now” looks like, in places that Is 26:1-6; Ps 118:1, 8-9, 19-21, 25-27a; SUNDAY Mt 7:21, 24-27 looking!” WORD God seems to be in hid- over maxed-out credit cards, not might be difficult to understand or “No, you’re not,” says ing or downright missing thinking about what we’ll be giving hard to explain; in ways that might the abbot. “In order to Father in action — rather than a or getting for Christmas, not won- shock and surprise us. Friday, Dec. 8 look at what is here, you Ben place where, at any mo- dering what tomorrow’s school or “In order to look at what is here, Immaculate Conception of the need to be here. And you ment now, God might be work day will bring, not lamenting you need to be here. And you are Blessed Virgin Mary are mostly somewhere Berinti manifested. our illness or physical pains, not mostly somewhere else.” Gn 3:9-15, 20; Ps 98:1-4; Eph 1:3-6, 11-12; else.” The people to whom Isa- dreading the onslaught of “visitors Let the wise abbot’s truth-telling Lk 1:26-38 This is the clarion call, iah prophesied had come to from the North” planning to turn echo in our ears and hearts this Ad- the invitation, the rude awakening see the world as empty of God; they our home into a Christmas B & B; vent season. Saturday, Dec. 9 of Advent — to be here, in the pres- deeply felt that God had withdrawn only simply being attuned to the Wake up! Watch for the Lord! Be Is 30:19-21, 23-26; Ps 147:1-6; ent moments which God gives us, from them. Isaiah challenges them adventing God who is fully pres- alert, for God can be found any- Mt 9:35–10:1, 5a, 6-8 and not somewhere else. to see that God is not occupied else- ent in word, sacrament and com- where amid our every here and No wonder then that we are where, but rather they had become munity, attentive to the God who now. n Sunday, Dec. 10 fearful, or perplexed, or wanting busy being somewhere else, look- wants to visit us now! I dare say, to avoid Advent, because we often ing at everything but God. Isaiah these would be transformed and Father Berinti, Missionaries of the Second Sunday of Advent have a difficult time living in the provoked them, and now in our transformational celebrations of Most Precious Blood, is pastor of Is 40:1-5, 9-11; Ps 85:9-14; 2 Pt 3:8-14; present moment, experiencing the hearing this Scripture proclaimed, Eucharist. Immaculate Conception Parish in Mk 1:1-8 now of God’s adventing. We want provokes us to look again, to see This is no cakewalk for us, but Melbourne Beach. 23 QUICK READS Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017

FLORIDA a coalition of environmental and Dreamers priority since 2001. New marriage community groups. The congregation said the pipeline violates its for Hispanic Bishop seeks law must include Robert O’Steen, land ethic that calls for protecting protection for 80, longtime creation. ministry directors conscience clauses WASHINGTON | Olga Villar Christians CANBERRA, Australia | After Florida Catholic Archbishop sees wants to be sure that young adults a majority of Australians indicated who were brought to the United SAGAR, India | A Catholic they favored same-sex marriage, editor, dies spiritual rebirth States as children by their fami- bishop has sought protection for Australia’s bishops said legislators In his final column, Robert after hurricane lies can achieve the same success the Christian community in the must ensure that any new law on O’Steen described his job as tell- that she has in her life. Villar, di- central Indian state of Madhya marriage includes protection for ing the stories of “good people do- BALTIMORE | Almost two rector of Hispanic ministry for Pradesh after Hindu nationalists religious freedom. Nearly 80 per- ing good things.” For nearly three months after the devastating the Archdiocese of Mobile, Ala., is marched through the streets wav- cent of Australians mailed back decades, he did just that as editor winds and rains of Hurricane concerned though that the 800,000 ing burning torches and denounc- their government postal surveys of the Miami edition of the Florida Maria pummeled the island of “Dreamers” in the U.S. may not ing missionaries. The marchers on on the issue. Of the 12.7 million Catholic and its predecessor, The Puerto Rico, there is still no clear have that opportunity. She along Nov. 10 accused Sagar district au- Australians who participated, Voice. O’Steen died unexpect- path to recovery. Although some with about 80 diocesan Hispanic thorities of not acting upon com- nearly 62 percent said they favored edly Oct. 21 after suffering a brain power and phone service have ministry directors and staffers plaints they filed against mission- same-sex marriage, and Prime hemorrhage. He was 80, and had been restored and relief supplies blanketed Capitol Hill Nov. 8, de- aries for violating a law that re- Minister Malcolm Turnbull said retired from the Florida Catholic are slowly filtering in, the cleanup livering a message of compassion stricts religious conversions. They he hoped to have marriage equali- in December 2001, after nearly 29 and rebuilding is only just begin- and understanding to lawmakers said if the administration failed to ty legislation passed by Christmas. years on the job. ning. “You go day by day, but it’s while pushing for a legislative fix act within two weeks, they would In a statement Nov. 15, the day the He came to The Voice from the overwhelming and traumatic,” for the Dreamers. The so-called start an indefinite strike in front of survey results were announced, Miami Herald, where he worked said Archbishop Roberto Gon- “Hill Day” was part of the annual a Catholic-run orphanage in the Melbourne Archbishop Denis as a state editor from 1968 to 1972. zalez Nieves of San Juan, Puerto conference of the National Catho- area. Ucanews.com reported the Hart, president of the Australian He started out as reporter/news Rico. The archbishop, who attend- lic Association for Diocesan Direc- trouble in Sagar started in Sep- Catholic Bishops’ Conference, said editor at The Voice, and became ed the U.S. bishops’ fall assembly tors of Hispanic Ministry held in tember after government officials members of Parliament “must rec- managing editor in 1980. His in Baltimore, is acutely aware of suburban Washington. “I suppose evicted a Catholic priest work- ognize and respect the concerns of ability to cover all news from a the storm’s initial and ongoing im- it was very important to express ing in the orphanage and closed the more than 4.8 million Austra- Catholic perspective earned him, pact. Since Maria, he has visited that as people of faith, we’re not so a 20-year-old mission following a lians who opposed a change to the the newspaper and its staff many 57 parishes in his archdiocese and interested in politics as for what’s dispute over the land title. Church definition of marriage.” He called awards over the years, from both has 100 more to go. Every parish in best for people we serve,” said Vil- leaders say the government action for Parliament to include “strong the Catholic press and the Florida this archdiocese in the northeast lar, 46, who came to U.S. with her was instigated by Hindu groups. conscience and religious freedom Press Association. A memorial corner of the island was impact- parents and two siblings from Co- The leaders of the fundamental- protections. The Catholic Church Mass was celebrated Nov. 7 at St. ed by the hurricane from mini- lombia in 1987 and now is a legal ist religious awakening co-ordi- continues to respect the dignity of Augustine Parish in Coral Gables. mal to extensive damage. And as resident. “I walked out of there nation committee, which orga- LGBTIQ Australians, and our min- O’Steen is survived by his wife, Puerto Rico’s Catholics find their with a greater commitment not nized the march, told media that istries will continue to care deeply Linda; daughters Sherri Sleeper way through the wreckage and only for Dreamers, but for every the Church’s social services and about the dignity and value of all and Laura; sons Scott and Ron; mud-soaked parish buildings and young person,” she told Catholic work in education and health care people we encounter,” Archbishop and grandchildren Benjamin and roofless homes while coping with News Service. are all a façade to convert gullible Hart said. Chelsea Nicastri, Hana and Leyla minimal electricity, food and wa- people to Christianity. Sleeper, and Morgan O’Steen. ter, he said they have not lost their faith. For many, their faith has WORLD Legionaries deny VATICAN only deepened. NATION Pope recognizes illegal offshore Pope puts John Bishop asks for dealings Court lifts stay prayers after martyrdom of Paul I on path sister killed in MEXICO CITY | The Legionar- to sainthood of construction California shooting ies of Christ say a series of offshore Somalia in 2006 accounts opened by its disgraced VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis on pipeline BALTIMORE | Bishop Jaime founder — and exposed by inves- recognized that Pope John Paul I, WASHINGTON | Construc- Soto of Sacramento, Calif., asked VATICAN CITY | Pope Francis tigative journalists examining a who served only 33 days as pope, tion on a Pennsylvania natural his brother bishops meeting in formally recognized the martyr- cache of documents shining a light lived the Christian virtues in a he- gas pipeline resumed after a fed- Baltimore to pray for the victims dom of an Italian Consolata sister on tax havens — have been closed. roic way. The Vatican announced eral court lifted a temporary stay of the nation’s latest shooting trag- murdered in Somalia in 2006 and The order added that the accounts Pope Francis’ decision Nov. 9. It of work on the project that passes edy. The bishops were gathered the martyrdom of a 25-year-old never violated any laws and did marks the first major step on the through land owned by the Ador- for the second day of their annual priest in Hungary in 1957. The Vat- not handle the vast sums of money path to sainthood for the pope ers of the Blood of Christ. The U.S. fall assembly Nov. 14. Early that ican announced the pope’s deci- alleged in the investigation. “The who died in 1978 at the age of 65, Court of Appeals for the District morning in Northern California, sions Nov. 9, along with news that offshore entities that existed with shocking the world and a Church of Columbia ended the stay Nov. 8 a gunman opened fire at random he had declared Pope John Paul some relation to the congregation that had just mourned the death because the parties opposed to the locations, including near a grade I “venerable” and had advanced and its members were operated of Blessed Paul VI. Pope Francis Atlantic Sunrise pipeline that filed school, in a rural area, leaving at five other sainthood causes. In legally and never were companies would have to recognize a miracle the motion “have not satisfied the least five people dead and at least the case of the two martyrs, the used for illicit activities, as some attributed to the late pope’s inter- stringent requirements for a stay 10 others injured. AP reported that pope’s recognition clears the way journalistic articles affirm,” the cession in order for him to be be- pending court review.” Oklahoma- sheriff’s deputies fatally shot the for their beatification, the step Legionaries said in a statement. atified, the next step toward saint- based Williams Partners, the pipe- gunman, who was later identi- before canonization. Consolata The statement also attempted to hood. A second miracle would be line builder, announced soon after fied as Kevin Neal, 43. At least two Sister Leonella Sgorbati and her pin the blame for the accounts’ needed for canonization. Stefania the court’s action that work would children were among those being bodyguard were gunned down existence on the wealthy order’s Falasca, vice postulator of Pope resume promptly on the $3 billion treated for injuries. The Tehama as they left the children’s hospital founder, the late Father Mar- John Paul I’s sainthood cause, project that will deliver natural gas County Sheriff’s Office said that where she worked in Mogadishu. cial Maciel Degollado, who led a said one “presumed extraordi- from the Marcellus shale in north- it was dealing with seven crime Their deaths in September 2006 double life in violation of Catho- nary healing” had already been east Pennsylvania to distribution scenes, according to AP. Tehama came amid rising tensions in the lic teaching, included fathering investigated by a diocese and a lines along the East Coast. The County is one of several counties Muslim world over a speech then- children and sexually abusing second possibility is being stud- pipeline is expected to be in op- that comprise the Sacramento Di- Pope Benedict XVI had given in seminarians. Father Maciel died ied, but the Vatican does not begin eration by mid-2018. There was no ocese. California Gov. Jerry Brown Regensburg, Germany, quoting in 2008 after being ordered to lead its investigations until a sainthood immediate response to the ruling in a statement said he and first lady a Christian emperor’s criticism a life of prayer and penance, and candidate is declared venerable. from either representatives of Lan- Anne Gust Brown “are saddened to of Islam. Most Islamic leaders in the Legionaries of Christ was put Although his was one of the short- caster Against Pipelines, the lead hear about today’s violence in Te- Somalia condemned the killing, under Vatican leadership, which est papacies in history, Pope John group seeking to block the project, hama County, which shockingly emphasizing that Sister Sgorbati started the process of cleaning up Paul I left a lasting impression on or the Adorers. The pipeline has involved schoolchildren. We offer was dedicating her efforts to the the order’s finances and closing the Church that fondly remembers been opposed by the Adorers, who our condolences to the families Somali people. She was 65 at the the offshore companies. him as “the smiling pope.” lease farmland in Columbia, Pa., who lost loved ones and unite with time, had worked in Africa for 35 through which it passes, as well as all Californians in grief.” years and had been in Somalia Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Florida Catholic ADVERTISEMENT 24 11621-1124 25 NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017

POPE SPEAKS ON THE MASS Stop taking snapshots during Mass Mass is a time of silence CAROL GLATZ ful is “indispensable for a true re- is the Lord!” and prayer, not idle chitchat Catholic News Service newal,” Pope Francis said. “And this People should reflect on this, he is precisely the aim of this catecheti- said, and if they complain, “‘Oh Fa- JUNNO AROCHO ESTEVES VATICAN CITY | The Mass is not cal series that we begin today — to ther, Mass is boring.’ What are you Catholic News Service and sisters,” the pope said. a show, but a beautiful, transforma- grow in understanding the great gift saying? The Lord is boring? ‘No, not In the Gospels, he continued, tive encounter with the true loving God gave us in the Eucharist.” the Mass, but the priest.’ Ah, well, Jesus teaches his disciples that presence of Christ, Pope Francis “The Second Vatican Council may the priest be converted,” but VATICAN CITY | Mass is the first thing needed to pray “is said. That is why people need to fo- was strongly driven by the desire to just never forget that the Lord is al- the highest form of prayer and to know how to say ‘father’” and cus their hearts on God, not focus lead Christians to an understand- ways there. Catholics need to learn not an appropriate moment for to trust in God with the humil- their smartphones for pictures during of the grandeur of the faith and or rediscover many of the basics small talk, Pope Francis said. ity of a child. ing Mass, he said. When the priest the beauty of the encounter with about the Mass and how the sac- At church, Catholics should Christians also must allow celebrating Mass says, “Let us lift up Christ,” he said. That is why, “with raments allow people to “see and spend their time in silence be- themselves to be “surprised by our hearts,” he is not saying, “lift up the guidance of the Holy Spirit, an touch” Christ’s body and wounds so fore Mass, preparing “to meet the living encounter with the our cellphones and take a picture. appropriate renewal of the liturgy” as to be able to recognize him, just with Jesus” instead of engaging Lord,” he said, and not simply No. It’s an awful thing” to do, the was necessary. as the apostle St. Thomas did. in “chitchat,” the pope said Nov. “talk to God like a parrot,” re- pope said Nov. 8 during his week- The Eucharist is a wonderful way He said the series would include 15 during his weekly general au- peating the words of prayers ly general audience in St. Peter’s Jesus Christ makes himself truly answering the following questions: dience. without thinking. Square. “It makes me so sad when present in people’s lives, the pope • Why make the sign of the cross “Silence is so important,” he “The encounter with God is a I celebrate (Mass) in the square or said. To take part in the Mass is to re- at the beginning of Mass? Why is it said. “Remember what I told you living encounter,” the pope said in the basilica and I see so many live the Lord’s passion and redemp- important to teach children how to last time: We are not going to a departing from his prepared cellphones in the air. And not just tive death, where, on the altar, he is make the sign of the cross properly show. Silence prepares us and remarks. “It is not an encoun- by the lay faithful, some priests and present and offers himself for the and what does it mean? accompanies us.” ter of a museum, it is a living bishops, too,” he said. “Please, Mass salvation of the world. • What are the Mass readings for The pope continued his new encounter. And we go to Mass, is not a show. It is going to encounter “The Lord is there with us and and why are they included in the series of audience talks on the not a museum. We go to a living the passion, the resurrection of the present,” he said. “But so many Mass? Mass, reflecting on the Eucha- encounter with the Lord.” Lord,” he said to applause. times we go, we look around, we • What does is mean for people rist as a form of prayer that is Pope Francis said the Mass The pope’s remarks were part of chitchat with each other while the to participate in the Lord’s sacrifice “the highest, the most sublime is also a gift and a consolation a new series of audience talks on priest celebrates the Eucharist.” and come to his table? and, at the same time, the most where Christians discover that the Mass. The series, he said, should If the president or any other fa- • What are people seeking? Is it concrete” way of encountering God’s greatest surprise is that help people understand the true val- mous or important person were to the overflowing fount of living water God’s love. he “loves us even in our weak- ue and significance of the liturgy as show up, he said, it would be a given for eternal life? “This is the greatest grace: to ness.” an essential part of growing closer “that we all would be near him, we • Do people understand the im- experience that the Eucharist “The Lord encounters our to God. would want to greet him. But think portance of praise and thanksgiving is the privileged moment to be frailty,” the pope said. “This is A major theme highlighted by the about it, when you go to Mass, the with the Eucharist and that receiv- with Jesus and, through him, the environment of the Eucha- Second Vatican Council was that the Lord is there and you, you are dis- ing it “makes us one body in Christ”? with God and with our brothers rist. This is prayer.” n liturgical formation of the lay faith- tracted, (your mind) wanders. Yet, it n

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PALM BEACH | A powerful force for good has recently taken root in Riviera Beach. Catholic Charities initiated its first Anti-Human Traf- ficking Program. For the past 10 months, the collaborative efforts of the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office and Catholic Charities Anti-Human Trafficking Program have been steadily devel- oping the county’s first Anti-Hu- man Trafficking Task Force. This effort is funded through a grant from the Department of Justice, Of- fice of Justice Programs, and Office for Victims of Crime. Christina Silvestri serves as Catholic Charities program admin- Catholic Charities Diocese of Palm Beach istrator and case manager. She es- Above is a view of the trunk of Christina Silvestri’s car. As program tablished numerous partnerships administrator/case manager, Silvestri travels with personal items to Anti-Human Trafficking with a vast array of community ser- provide on-site assistance to newly released trafficking victims. At top Provision of Services • January 2017 to present vice providers to aid human traf- right is a personal painting given to Silvestri by a trafficking survivor ficking victims. With the increased who is on the road to healing. (COURTESY PHOTOS) Advocacy/Legal number of referrals, including those Ongoing Case from the sheriff’s office, Catholic and volunteer time — from numer- cal needs, substance abuse treat- Management Charities has provided numerous ous parishes around the Diocese of ment, and legal and immigration services to various types of traffick- Palm Beach is a massive blessing services. The program also pro- Cellphones ing victims throughout Palm Beach to the program. Cardinal Newman vides educational presentations re- Explanation of County. Catholic High School students have garding human trafficking through Benefits Catholic Charities partners with also helped by organizing drives the diocese. Client Safety/ a number of faith-based commu- for clothing and personal items to With God’s grace and gentle Well-Being nity organizations, and other non- provide for needs of the already guidance, this program will save profits, such as Hephzibah House, 13 trafficking victims who receive the lives of his precious children Personal Items The Lord’s Place, Jerome Golden, direct services from the program. and succeed, with its outpouring of Client Intake South East Florida Behavioral Net- The response was overwhelming love and compassion from dedicat- work, JEFF Industries, The Salva- and the students did a fantastic job. ed service providers, to eradicate Gift Cards tion Army and more than 30 other Presently the Anti-Human Traf- the heinous atrocity of human traf- Housing and direct service providers in Palm ficking Program provides direct ficking from our beautiful county Shelter (Rent) Beach County. services, or referrals, to victims of by the sea. The outpouring of donations — human trafficking for housing, cri- For more information, call 561- Since program inception 61 percent of clients financial, personal goods, services sis intervention, counseling, medi- 345-2008. n are still receiving services Disaster Recovery Program aids after Irma and beyond STAFF REPORT pating as a member of the Caring were addressed, Catholic Chari- Executive Director of Catholic CLIENT QUOTES Community Coalition for Disas- ties moved into the next phase Charities of the Diocese of Palm PALM BEACH | Following ter Relief that helped address the of relief and recovery services by Beach. “Some people have been • “I am so glad that someone was Hurricane Irma’s South Florida unmet recovery needs of indi- opening its own recovery cen- out of work after the hurricane here to help me.” impact Sept. 10, Catholic Chari- viduals and families impacted by ters. Four recovery centers were and fell behind on their monthly • “I receive the best of help that a ties launched its Disaster Recov- Hurricane Irma in Palm Beach opened for a two-week period in bills. It is our mission to help all ery Program to respond to the County. For a two-week period, Fort Pierce, Belle Glade and Pa- in need without regard to reli- person can ask for and I really ap- immediate needs of the commu- the Caring Coalition members hokee. These centers provided a gion.” preciate it, and the representative was nity within the Diocese of Palm provided services at seven short- variety of services, including an The Disaster Recovery Pro- an angel.” Beach. term locations. assessment of family needs, basic gram will continue to assist those • “I really appreciated all the ladies When Hurricane Irma first Because of its involvement in needs assistance, and informa- who suffered hurricane-related and gentlemen that took out of their struck the local area, Catholic disaster recovery, Catholic Char- tion and referrals. losses for the next one to two day and time to come out and support Charities collaborated with local ities became aware of the need “There are people who were years, as needed. Catholic Chari- emergency officials and other to provide long-term assistance not eligible for FEMA assistance ties USA continues to provide and help Belle Glade because it really nonprofits in providing short- after the Caring Coalition’s sites and others who are just now support to these efforts of the lo- was a success and helpful.” term assistance, such as food and closed. At this time, after the im- recognizing what is their actual cal Catholic Charities. For more • “Thank you for the help.” water distribution, and partici- mediate needs of the community damage,” said Sheila Gomez, information, call 561-345-2000. Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Florida Catholic CATHOLIC CHARITIES B2

BISHOP BARBARITO’S COLUMN Catholic Charities: A reason to be thankful

As we come to celebrate Pierce, many needed assistance Thanksgiving this year, one and Catholic Charities was there and continues to be there for them. of the many graces for which We thank Catholic Charities for this I am grateful is that of the assistance. mission of Catholic Charities This year has also been a very difficult one in regard to the con- within our diocese. cerns and fears of so many Under the direction of immigrants within our Mrs. Sheila Gomez with a diocese. As we celebrate dedicated Board of Direc- Thanksgiving and the tors and excellent staff, founding of this great na- our Catholic Charities tion, we realize that it is a office gives many within land to which foreigners our diocese good reasons have come to find a home, to be thankful. From the freedom and a better way mother with an unborn LIVING THE of life. Many within our child in her womb seeking TRUTH IN own families came to this LOVE assistance with what may country with the hope that be a difficult pregnancy Bishop was realized through the Catholic Charities employees assist with distributing water to to the elderly and infirm, Gerald goodness and resources the residents of Pahokee immediately following Hurricane Catholic Charities truly is of our great country. So Irma. (COURTESY PHOTOS) the outreach of the Lord Barbarito many immigrants contin- among us. Catholic Chari- ue to come today and are fice, is offering its best resources The Church is not a social service ties is an entity that is governed and ties reaches out to all, represent among us but have and outreach to those caught in agency. It carries out the mission of driven by faith in Jesus Christ and gardless of faith or background, but uncertainties and fears as to their the web of human trafficking. We Jesus Christ himself, proclaiming in his Church. Because of that, the always from the perspective of our families, futures and well-being. are grateful to Catholic Charities Christ by serving the vulnerable. men and women who carry out its Christian faith within the Catholic Catholic Charities has offered so for this work and outreach. May it Our Catholic Charities mission is mission are able to bring a peace Church. many resources to our immigrant continue to grow and offer heal- very much motivated by the vision which cannot be found in any other This particular year has been population especially in regard to ing and prevention of the terrible of Pope Francis and, within the Dio- place but at home with the Lord. a difficult one in terms of natural legal counseling and appropriate taking advantage of those who are cese of Palm Beach, reaches out to Let peace begin at home for all of disasters and the hurricanes that assistance as best as is available. vulnerable. all whom it can embrace and does us as we give thanks to our good and have affected us and so many oth- We are grateful to Catholic Chari- Catholic Charities within the its best to realize what needs to be merciful Father for all of our bless- ers. Catholic Charities, both within ties for their outreach in this most Diocese of Palm Beach is so much done to embrace those it cannot ings. We thank him for the ministry our diocese and within our nation, important area and wish to assure in keeping with the vision of Pope reach. It does not have an easy task of Catholic Charities within our di- has been in the forefront of reach- them of our continued support as Francis. Our Holy Father, from the but it relies upon the grace of the ocese and pray that it will continue ing out to assist those who are in we serve the immigrant among us beginning of his ministry as the Lord and your generosity. to be an instrument of peace for need because of these difficult sit- as a nation of immigrants. Universal Shepherd of the Church, As we gather with our families those it serves. I again thank Mrs. uations. Your generosity and con- Anti-human trafficking efforts has constantly stressed his concern in our homes for Thanksgiving this Sheila Gomez and all those who so cern has made Catholic Charities continue to be a major outreach for the poor, vulnerable and forgot- year, we all have a great deal for effectively make such an extraordi- outreach such a concrete possibil- of our Catholic Charities mission. ten. He emphasized that we must go which we give thanks to God. While nary witness of Catholic Charities ity. We are all grateful this Thanks- Our Catholic Charities office has to the peripheries to reach all peo- there are many difficulties and fears present among us. I also thank all giving, for while we faced a difficult been very successful in carrying ple at all ends of the earth. He real- that grasp our nation and our world, of you for your generous support of situation in regard to Hurricane out programs to hinder this hor- izes that the Church has a unique it is our faith which gives us the pos- Catholic Charities which is the face Irma, we escaped a devastating rible crime which is present among mission to spread the Gospel of sibility of meeting them with hope of Christ among us. situation. However, within our us, especially in Florida. Catholic Jesus Christ and the way to do this and a purpose that can overcome Let peace begin at home and diocese in many areas, especially Charities, in collaboration with the is by making Christ present to all, them. Truly, we are grateful to God may Thanksgiving be filled with Pahokee, Belle Glade and Fort Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Of- especially when they are in need. for the gift of faith. Catholic Chari- that peace and every blessing! n

WORDS FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR We strive to transmit Our Lord’s peace to those we serve

“Let Peace Begin at Home” peace, I can then emanate that the privilege of working with Our and responding to the needs of the less. Working in the vineyard is de- is a significant theme for peace to others. Our Lord’s vulnerable broth- diocese, started three new pro- manding and tests the person who Lord’s peace is transmit- ers and sisters. We work grams — Anti-Human-Trafficking, tills the soil every day. Maintaining this Catholic Charities in- ted to others through with people who in the Long-Term Disaster Recovery, and the connection with Our Lord, our- sert. Depending on the con- relationship, in how we eyes of the world are the Respite Program. To serve these selves and others is essential to the text, home can mean fam- treat both ourselves and somehow “less than,” many people living in difficult and daily operations of Catholic Chari- others. It is evidenced in or “undeserving,” or “to challenging circumstances, it is es- ties. We are blessed with our spiri- ily, house, church, neighbor- our words, our actions blame” because of their sential for our staff to be mission- tual leader, Most Reverend Gerald hood, workplace, city, state and our thoughts. It is poverty, lack of a home, driven and willing to meet people Barbarito, Bishop of Palm Beach. or country. Common to each evidenced in the respect food, clothing or status as they are. Understanding our role It is through his prayerful sup- we hold for ourselves and documentation; their not only as service providers but port and clear vision that Catholic of these “homes” is me — my others as the living em- enslavement, dementia, also as St. Theresa of Avila taught, Charities keeps the mission on the person. I am the channel who bodiment of Our Lord’s disability, color or coun- the “hands and feet of Christ on personhood of Jesus Christ and his can bring peace to my many indwelling spirit. Sheila Gomez try of origin; their addic- earth,” is key to transmitting peace peace that is freely given to each Throughout Catholic Charities, tion, pregnancy, abortion, dysfunc- rather than judgment. one of us. “homes.” we are all equal in the eyes of Our tion or imprisonment. Our mission Catholic Charities is more than “Peace I leave with you; my peace The only true peace that I can Lord. We strive to transmit Our is to serve, not to judge; to transmit a “social service agency,” it is a ve- I give to you. Not as the world gives bring is rooted in and finds its well- Lord’s peace just as we receive Our peace and hope, not to judge. hicle of Our Lord’s peace. This of do I give it to you. Do not let your spring in the person of Jesus Christ. Lord’s peace from those we serve. This past year, Catholic Charities course does not imply that all is hearts be troubled or afraid” (Jn If I am open to receiving Our Lord’s At Catholic Charities, we have served more than 20,000 people roses, uncomplicated and pain- 14:27). n B3 CATHOLIC CHARITIES Florida Catholic Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017

EMPLOYEE SPOTLIGHT: LAURA STEVENSON

I was called to Catholic Charities cult. I am an immigrant who has Elena Garcia, right, a Catholic Charities employee, helps a family with disaster relief. (COURTESY) of the Diocese of Palm Beach Inc. made a great life in this country. I when I needed a new direction in was lucky that certain choices were my life. made for me as child to now be a I took a break from going to citizen of the United States. When Adopt a Catholic Charities program church in my late teens, but always things were bad in Ireland, my par- promised myself that I would go ents brought me to the land of op- GIFT OF PRAYER back to church when I had kids. portunities to make a better life. So Here are some ways to give As a faith-based organization, the gift of prayer Years went by and then one day I many other families have the same for our clients, staff, board members, volunteers and found myself 40 years old, married dream. Many people in this county STAFF REPORT other supporters is essential. To join our prayer chain, and pregnant, attending the funer- do not know what it is like to worry please call 561-775-9560. al of a co-worker’s mother, a woman about their next meal or worse, PALM BEACH | At Catholic Charities there are known for bringing people back to to fear for their lives and want to many ways to get involved and help any of the 14 pro- FINANCIAL GIFTS the church and taken too soon. escape. They forget that their an- grams and ministries. Each of our generous benefac- • Cash donations — Catholic Charities accepts I left the church that day and cestors made those same difficult tors have different priorities and reasons for chari- gifts of any size via credit card (MasterCard, Ameri- vowed to keep my promise. I joined choices for a better life for them. table giving, and we work to ensure that each gift is can Express and Visa) or check, made payable to a parish, baptized my daughter and We are all humans and deserve a thoughtfully used as the donor intends. There are Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach. started attending Mass regularly. fair chance in life. many ways to adopt-a-program and we appreciate • Matching gifts — Check with your present or past Goal achieved, or so I thought. I was blessed with the opportu- each act of generosity. employer to see if they have a matching gift program After I went back to work, I strug- nity to attend the Catholic Charities to double or triple the impact of your gift. gled with my place in life. I loved my USA conferences and realize that PROGRAMS AND MINISTRIES • Online donations — Online giving is a safe, se- job of 18 years and the people with Catholic Charities is much greater • Anti-Human Trafficking cure and fast way to make a donation to Catholic whom I worked. I gave everything than the Diocese of Palm Beach. • Birthline/Lifeline Pregnancy Care Centers Charities. Donate online at www.catholic to that job, but now, with a child, I We are only scratching the surface • Counseling Services charitiesdpb.org. You can also enroll in had a new focus. of what is happening across the • Elder Affairs and Guard- monthly or recurring gifts to continuously Lost and broken, I asked God for country and across the globe. There ianship Training impact the life of someone in need. help on one of these Sunday trips to is a powerful movement to help the • Hunger, Homeless and • Gifts in-kind — Catholic Charities is Mass. The next day I looked online homeless, the migrants, the dis- Outreach grateful to receive in-kind gifts such as gen- and there was a finance director placed and all the most vulnerable. • Immigration Legal Services tly worn clothes, nonperishable food prod- position for Catholic Charities. I As Catholics was are called to be • Interfaith Health and ucts, and supplies for its various programs. thought it rude not to apply, since inclusive and help all our broth- Wellness • Sponsorships — Catholic Charities God did give me a very specific an- ers and sisters. When I look at my • Parish Social Min- receives financial support through the swer to my question. It’s been over a daughter and see the pure joy that istry many special annual events held by our year and I’m really glad to be here. I radiates from her being, I can’t help • Prison Ministry programs and ministries. Sponsors are must admit, leaving my last job was but think we were all that way once. • Project Rachel recognized in our event materials. the most difficult decision I’ve ever Due to circumstances beyond their • Refugee Resettlement • Planned giving — Planned gifts, made, but I know it was the right control, some peoples’ light was • Respect Life including bequests in wills and trusts, one. dimmed, and they live in dark plac- • Respite Services significantly enhance the programs Coming from a large organiza- es. We should all do what we can to • Samaritan Center Transitional Housing Catholic Charities provides its clients. Consider nam- tion, I thought Catholic Charities bring a slice of joy back into each ing Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach would be a piece of cake. Not so. person’s life. VOLUNTEERISM Inc. as a beneficiary in your will, trust, or life insur- The charity is made up of many When asked if I’ve become more Through our volunteer services program, Catholic ance policy. Your gift helps Catholic Charities plan for programs, with not much over- spiritual in working in Catholic Charities manages volunteer opportunities for our a strong future. If you wish your bequest to be used for lap in the types of services. The Charities I would say I’ve never 14 Catholic Charities programs and ministries. We a specific purpose, we will be glad to speak with you revenue streams are varied and been more acutely aware of my continually seek generous and dedicated volunteers confidentially about your plans. Our goal is to ensure complex. The organization is not spirituality. I’m a work in progress. to donate their professional time and services for our that your legacy is carried out exactly as you intend. well understood in the community A 20-year break is a long time and various programs. For more information on volun- Once your plans are in place, let us know and we will and struggles for funding. Catholic some of my schooling is forgotten. teering with Catholic Charities programs and minis- include you as a member of the Legacy Society. Charities has been blessed by estate My fundamental beliefs are coming tries, call 561-360-3329. For more information on donating to Catholic gifts in desperate times, but needs forward. Being raised in a Catholic Charities Programs and Ministries, visit https:// more planned giving to predict country — Ireland — helping your donate.ccdpb.org/ or call 561-630-2695. cash flows. Parts of the Diocese of neighbor and taking care of each Palm Beach are unreachable, due other, especially the most vulnera- CATHOLIC CHARITIES UPCOMING EVENTS to monetary constraints. The or- ble, was an integral part of our iden- ganization is run lean and people tity. For years I practiced those val- Nov. 30 — Cities for Life Abolish the Death March 2018 — Counseling’s eighth annual wear many hats. Through proper ues, but I found as I worked harder Penalty Diocesan Mass, 5 p.m., St. Patrick Church, Easter Tea, The Chesterfield Hotel, Palm Beach. leadership, Catholic Charities is and made more money, I lost sight Palm Beach Gardens. April 19, 2018 — 14th annual Faith Community healthy and stable, but needs more of those things that are important Jan. 25, 2018 — Seventh annual Catholic Nurse Awards Luncheon, National Croquet Center, funding to grow. to our humanity. Coming to work My favorite part about Catholic here, I have had the opportunity to Charities Caritas Dei Gala, 7 p.m., The Breakers West Palm Beach. Charities is the people and their open my eyes and to live the values Hotel, Palm Beach. June 2018 — Samaritan Center’s Bernard and passion for the mission. My least that are true to the Catholic identi- Jan. 30, 2018 — Catholic Days at the Capitol Betty Egan Memorial Golf Classic, Grand Harbor favorite part is the external forces ty, while setting a good example for 2018, Tallahassee. Golf Club, Vero Beach. that make doing our job so diffi- my daughter. n Nov. 24-Dec. 7, 2017 Florida Catholic CATHOLIC CHARITIES B4 Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach 2016-2017

Catholic Charities By the numbers Immigration Legal served more than Provided Samaritan Center provided Services opened 20,500 $170,072.62 intensive case management 1,232 unduplicated clients. in direct financial assistance and life skills programing to NEW cases. (rent, utility, motel and misc.) 26 adults and 53 children The Anti-Human Wellness Nurses met to 212 households. leading to self-sufficiency. Trafficking task the health needs of force is comprised CATHOLIC CHARITIES BOARD OF DIRECTORS and MEMBERS over 1,000 of more than Catholic Charites Board of Directors individuals, homeless, 130 members. families and children, and the elderly at 5 At least 45 community sites. babies were saved Very Rev. Eugene Marietta Muina L. Mark Lorraine Thomas Barrett, Pollingue, Esq., McNulty, Vice Cocorullo, Sabatella, from abortion. President Immediate President Treasurer Secretary Parish Social Ministry Past President awarded CRS Rice Birthline/Lifeline Catholic Charites Board Members Bowl grants to 23 provided 2,048 local recipients. confidential peer support sessions More than 130 to women. prison ministers Catherine Fanjul John Herrick Ben Hopper Frank Maurno reached out to those Served 495 who are incarcerated individuals with throughout the Counseling Services. diocese.

Marciano Miclat Jr. Rev. Richard Murphy Terence Murphy Ruby Rinker at-risk elderly 190 Refugee Resettlement received guardianship, Trained 157 individuals More than 2,000 assisted more than case management through the guardianship packages of food distributed. 200 newly and referrals. training course. arrived individuals.