ANNUAL REPORT CONTENTS Cathedral Preparatory History and Mission______1 Words from Rector-President, Very Rev

HE LORD HAS DONE GREAT THINGS FOR US; WE ARE FILLED WITH JOY!” [PSALM 126:3]

ANNUAL REPORT CONTENTS Cathedral preparatory History and Mission______1 Words from Rector-President, Very Rev. Joseph Fonti, '84______2 school and seminary Message from Principal, Mr. Richie Diaz, '96______3 Annual report and Winter newsletter Comments from John Ryan, Development and Alumni Office______4 Development Revenue Report______5 THE CATHEDRAL PREP ANNUAL REPORT HIGHLIGHTS THOSE WHO Annual Giving Donor Listing______6 Matching Gifts______11 SUPPORT US IN OUR MISSION TO FORM MEN FOR GREATNESS. Scholarship & Tuition Assistance - Report & Projection______12 OUR Men FOR GREATNESS EMBODY FAITH, SCHOLARSHIP, AND Scholarship & Tuition Assistance - Thomas R. Moran, Sr., Scholarship______13 Scholarship & Tuition Assistance - Thank You to All of the Benefactors______14 SERVICE. MAY GOD BLESS ALL WHO SUPPORT CATHEDRAL Knights of Columbus Support Cathedral Prep______15 THROUGH THE ANNUAL GIVING PROGRAM, SAINT MATTHEW New Faces______16 Alumni Highlights______18 SOCIETY, SCHOLARSHIPS, TUITION ASSISTANCE FUND, AND Ecce Quam Bonum… Harbitare Fratres In Unum______19 DONATIONS OF EVERY KIND. Golf Classic 2018______20 The Brotherhood Events______22 The Three Shall Become One ______23 ERRORS AND OMISSION STATEMENT Cathedral Alumni Basketball League______24 THE OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI AFFAIRS HAS TAKEN 2018 Immaculata Awards and Alumni Reunion Dinner______25 21st Annual Alumni Reunion & Immaculata Dinner______26 GREAT CARE TO ENSURE THE ACCURACY OF THIS REPORT FOR Graduation______28 GIFTS GIVEN BETWEEN OCTOBER 1, 2017 AND SEPTEMBER 30, Ordinary Men Called to an Extraordinary Life______30 Seminarians at Cathedral Prep______31 2018. IF YOUR NAME WAS OMITTED OR IMPROPERLY NOTED, 2018 Soccer Goes Undefeated______32 PLEASE ACCEPT OUR APOLOGIES. IF YOU NOTICE SUCH AN Varsity and JV Bowling Teams Win CHSAA BQ Championship______33 Interscholastic & Athletic Notes______34 ERROR, PLEASE NOTIFY US IN ORDER THAT OUR RECORDS CAN BE Vocation Stories______36 CORRECTED. In Memoriam______37 Peter J. Friel Memorial Golf Outing______38 School Events______39 PHOTOS AND ARTICLES USED WITH PERMISSION OF THE TABLET, Cathedral Preps for its Summer of Greatness______40 ED WILKINSON, EDITOR, AND to Joe D’Aleo. Future Priests Get Together To Pray and Play Ball______41 Upgrades and New Additions to Building______42 Ways to Give______43

Cathedral Preparatory School and Seminary www.cathedralprep.org facebook.com/alumnicathedralprep Office of Development and Alumni Affairs www.cathedralprepalumni.com @CathedralPrep1 56-25 92nd Street [email protected] “Cathedral Prep Alumni Association” Elmhurst, NY 11373 [email protected] CATHEDRALPREP1914 718-592-6800 HISTORY AND MISSION OF CATHEDRAL PREP

athedral Prep began its illustrious history in the Fall of 1914 at the corners of Atlantic and Washington Avenues in Brooklyn, NY. In C1963 an additional campus was opened in Elmhurst, NY. The “two became one” at the Elmhurst site in 1985.

ounded as a preparatory high school, Cathedral was also a seminary – a place where a boy could be comfortable discerning Fa vocation to the diocesan priesthood at a young age. For over 100 years Cathedral has stayed faithful to its mission: to form the mind in the ways of academic excellence and the heart and soul in the ways of heroic virtue and belief.

roud to call over 4,800 men graduates, the program at Cathedral continues to offer young men living in Kings and Queens PCounties, as well as from the outlying areas, a personalized, superior education in an environment where growth in maturity and grace are encouraged and fostered. Keenly aware that both the Church and society need strong, dedicated leaders, Cathedral is determined to stay faithful to forming men as gifted thinkers and generous servants. Whether our graduates don the vestments of pastoral service as priests or deacons, or devote themselves to caring for an individual family, a young man who experiences the Cathedral spirit will be ready and willing to be a man for greatness.

1 ADMINISTRATION elcome to Cathedral Prep! & SCHOOL SERVICES W Dear Brother Alumni, Generous Benefactors, and Supportive Friends: Very Reverend Joseph G. Fonti, ’84, S.T.L. Rector-President “The Lord has done great things for us; we are filled with joy!” (Psalm 126:3) Mr. Richie Diaz, ’96, M.A., M.S. Ed. Principal Those who embrace the spirit of Saint Ignatius’s examen know that he encourages us to begin and end our daily prayer with profound gratitude. Deacon Philip A. Franco, Ph.D. Recalling the events and encounters of our day, Ignatius’s spiritual wisdom Assistant Principal / Director of Admissions and guidance invites us to acknowledge with a grateful and attentive Mr. Joseph Russo, ’79, B.A. heart the ways that God works in and around us. Assistant Principal of Student Life As I page through the 2018 Annual Report I am moved with a profound sense of awareness of Mr. Louis D’Amico, ’82, M.B.A. God’s love and goodness to Cathedral. The names of our generous benefactors are a testimony Business Manager to God’s providential love and care. The pictures capturing the daily moments and varied celebrations of our community are a reminder of the bountiful blessing of the good times we have shared with one another, our families and friends this past year. And the acclaimed successes of our students, athletes, and alumni in the classroom, on the playing field, and in one’s choice SPIRITUAL FORMATORS / THEOLOGY TEACHERS of life, fills me with pride and gratitude as we see together the fruits of labor, love and loyalty to Cathedral’s mission of greatness in all things. Yes,’the Lord has indeed done great things for Rev. Christopher Behtge, ’07, M.A. Cathedral; we are filled with gratitude and joy.’ Rev. Jun Hee Lee, S.T.L. The gift of a New Year always brings both blessing and challenge. Grateful for all that has been and hopeful that you will remain a faithful friend and coworker in the months ahead, I renew my/our pledge to remain steadfast in forming the hearts, minds and souls of our present young SCHOOL SERVICES Crusaders in the ways of compassion, intelligence, and virtue. Whether they minister in the future as priests, deacons, husbands, fathers or laymen, may they always be known as grateful and Mrs. Luisa Peluso, M.S. generous servants of the Lord. Called to live with similar generosity, we pray, with Saint Ignatius, Vianney Program Coordinator his Prayer for Generosity:

Mr. Larry Medina, B.A. “Lord Jesus, teach me to be generous. Teach me to serve you as you deserve; to give and not to Athletic Director count the cost, to fight and not to heed the wounds, to toil and not to seek for rest, to labor and Fraternity Program Coordinator not to seek reward, except that of knowing that I do your will. Amen.”

Mr. Jeremy Reyes, M.S., M.B.A. Ms. Angela Sammarco, M.A. Gratefully yours in Christ, Media Center Coordinators Father Fonti John Ryan, B.A. Rector-President Director of Development & Alumni Affairs

2 BOARD OF TRUSTEES Words from the Principal Most Reverend Raymond Chappetto, '65 Dear Fellow Alumni, Benefactors, and Friends of our Cathedral Prep: Bishop Liaison Very Rev. Joseph Fonti, '84 I hope our Annual Report finds you well, and, as always, I sincerely thank you for your support of our efforts here at Cathedral Preparatory School and Richie Diaz, '96 Seminary. Reverend Msgr. Steven Aguggia Recently, I had the great opportunity to visit a shelter for the homeless with Theresa Andersen some of our students. It was part of one of our renewed missions this year Giuseppe Campailla to give to others, as Jesus calls, us to do, without expectation of reward or compensation. As our students served dinner to the men of the shelter, I Matthew Dybus, '11 couldn’t help but notice how clearly gratitude flowed through everything Paul Friel, '85 that was happening: The mens’ gratitude towards our young men, as one exclaimed, “Amen! It’s great to see young people caring about us!” and our students’ gratitude in getting to serve those less Stephen Macri fortunate, as they said things like “it made me so thankful for all I have” and “it makes me think about Jerry Magaldi, '74 how ridiculous some of my complaints are.”

John O’Brien, '01 In keeping with this theme, I write to you this year with words of absolute gratitude. As you turn the Rocco Papandrea pages of this Annual Report, know that every success, every positive word, every note of progress in this report has the same foundation - a foundation of our gratitude to you. Whether your support of Brian Rooney our Cathedral Prep is in the prayers you say for our young men, the financial gift you give to support John Ryan, St. Pius X '75 these men, or just in your quiet dedication to all that Cathedral Prep stands for in our society and in our Church, I say to you, “THANK YOU.” Reverend Robert Whelan, '74 As you read this Annual Report, know that the 2018-2019 school year continues to be a great success, full of hope and continued great achievements. I welcome you always to call/email me or even visit Alumni Association Cathedral to hear and see all of the great things happening. Please always be assured of my personal gratitude for your continued support of our efforts and work at Cathedral Prep, and I hope you enjoy Executive Board the small snapshots of our Cathedral Prep held within this Report.

Arthur Vollmerhausen, '88 In humility and gratitude, President Vincent LaPuma, '01 President Emeritus All the best,

Kenneth Engesser, '74 Mr. Richie Diaz Frank Dwyer, '79 Principal Rev. Joseph Fonti, '84 Sal Candela, '02 John Ryan, St. Pius X, '75

3 FROM THE OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI AFFAIRS

Dear Fellow Alumni, Benefactors, and Friends of our Cathedral Prep: After over 30 years in financial services, I am happy to introduce myself as the new Director of Development & Alumni Affairs here at Cathedral Prep. Born in Brooklyn and raised on Long Island, I am a 1975 graduate of St. Pius X Preparatory Seminary in Uniondale and a 1979 graduate of Cathedral College of the Immaculate Conception in Douglaston. I have been active in organizing various alumni events over the years and since 2015 continue to serve on the Cathedral Prep Board of Trustees. At one time there were three other schools similar to, and affiliated with, Cathedral Prep Queens: Cathedral Prep Manhattan, Cathedral Prep Brooklyn, and St. Pius X Prep on Long Island. Now all but Cathedral Prep Queens are closed. In recent years efforts have been underway to consolidate alumni of all four schools, given that alumni all share a common experience in formation and education, and that Cathedral Prep now draws students from across the Dioceses of Brooklyn, Rockville Centre and New York.

I am excited about this role because I have fond memories and appreciation for my St. Pius X alma mater and fellow alumni. The history and mission of St. Pius X Prep ties to Cathedral Prep today. St. Pius X Prep opened in 1961 as the dream of Bishop Walter Kellenberg, the first bishop of the Diocese of Rockville Centre. St. Pius X Prep uniquely provided an environment for the discernment of priesthood and, as explained in its pamphlet to prospective students, St. Pius X Prep encouraged its students not only to be interested in their society but to be involved in it. This philosophy was evidenced when the school decided not to build boarding facilities so that at the end of each day students would return to the environment of a full family life.

While the school is long closed and nearly forgotten, Bishop Kellenberg's dream of a preparatory seminary has produced an association of alumni who are active today as clergy and laity throughout our parish communities within and outside of the Diocese of Rockville Centre. St. Pius X Prep proved to be a successful dream after all. Cathedral Prep continues the dream.

The St. Pius X Prep Alumni Scholarship Fund has been established to support students from the Diocese of Rockville Centre attending Cathedral Prep.

I look forward to partnering with Fr. Fonti, the faculty and staff teams, and our alumni, benefactors and friends to support the continuing success of Cathedral Prep.

John Ryan Director of Development and Alumni Affairs

4 DEVELOPMENT REVENUE REPORT

We raised $737,685 in Total Gifts collected With your support through our Giving Program and through our Annual Giving Program for 2017/18 events, we were able to strengthen our Cathedral Prep Educational Endowment Fund. Please consider making a legacy gift, and continued annual gifts in support of Cathedral's future! School Fundraising Alumni Statement of Budgeted Knights of Columbus 4.3% Events 17.4% 15.0% Revenue and Expenses Saint Matthew Society 1.4% Fiscal Year September 1, 2018 to August 31, 2019 Annual Giving Revenue Pathway to Prosperity, 19.4% Bequests, Memorials Tuition & Fees...... $889,580 & Honoraria 0.8% Mandated Services...... $117,347 Endowment Income...... $363,501 Tuition Assistance Gifts, Grants, Other Sources...... $742,858 & Scholarships Total Revenue...... $2,113,286 41.7% Expenses Administration...... $340,290 Athletics and Activities...... $116,756 Benefits...... $226,547 Salaries...... $1,019,596 Maintenance & Operation...... $195,341 Other...... $28,172 Total Operating ...... $1,926,702

Thank you to all our alumni, friends, and benefactors.

5 ANNUAL GIVING (OCTOBER 1, 2017 SEPTEMBER 30, 2018) Cathedral Prep has been blessed with many generous benefactors over the years. The Annual Giving supports not only tuition assistance and academic achievement through the form of scholarships, but also our spiritual development program and operating costs. We are especially grateful for these individuals who give through our Annual Giving Program.

STEEPLE CLUB Knights of Columbus $20,000 & MORE Msgr. William Burke Council #2672 Mr. Victor Liguori Mr. Paul Cervino '72 Mr. Kevin Murphy '79 Ms. Patricia Dillon Rev. Msgr. Joseph Nagle Most Rev. Nicholas DiMarzio Mr. Frank Scahill '76 Diocese of Brooklyn Mr. Franco Susi Rev. Msgr. Kieran Harrington '89 Universal Builders Supply Inc. Futures in Education Golf Classic 2018 ANNUAL CLUB Mr. James Hogan $1,000 - $1,499 Mr. Robert Podzius '70 Mr. Stephen Somers '78 Mr. & Mrs. Glen Anderson Mr. & Mrs. Kenneth Yashian AXA Foundation Bank of America IMMACULATA CLUB Bristol Myers $5,000 - $19,999 Mr. Robert Bonett '84 Ms. Katherine Brennan Alumni Association Mr. John Casey '57 Angela Gigantiello Scholarship Fund Mr. Edmund Cass Rev. Msgr. Jamie Gigantiello Mrs. Lisa Corso Mr. & Mrs. Robert Auricchio Dcn. Andrew Mastrangelo Brookfield Matching Charitable Gift St. Pius X Alumni Association Mr. Louis D'Amico '82 Rev. Msgr. John Bracken '61 Mr. Edward McKeever '63 Mrs. Ilda Canton Mr. Philip Veltre '73 Mr. Kevin Faherty Mr. & Mrs. Mark Cipolla Mobil Mr. Anthony Croghan Verizon Foundation Falvey Insurance Group Mr. Raymond Courtien '72 Mr. Joe Neufeld Ms. Geraldine Desmond Mr. & Mrs. Brian Faughnan Frenkel & Co., Inc. Gerard J. Neufeld Funeral Directors Mr. James Doyle CRUSADER CLUB Mr. Hector Gonzalez '82 Mr. Michael Dojlidko '91 Pfizer Mr. Glenn Finn $1,500 - $2,499 Rev. Msgr. George Graham Mr. Frank Dwyer '79 Mr. Timothy Reynolds '73 Mr. James Kelly Mr. Mark Halton Mr. Steve Davis Mr. John Ryan Safe & Sound Armed Courier Service, Inc. Allianz Mrs. Donna Kennedy Electronic Funds Transfer Network The Michael Gordon Foundation Mr. Stephen Laffey '91 Miss Theresa Andersen Ms. Catherine Larkin Ms. Anne Fallon Wells Fargo Advisors Mr. Vincent LaPuma '01 Anonymous Mr. & Mrs. Michael Lauri Knights of Columbus Mr. Kevin Lauri '91 Colgate Ms. Joan Lavella Thomas Dongan Council #1251 GARGOYLE CLUB Mr. John Lubaszka Mr. Vincent Doherty '73 Mr. Joseph Maguire '71 Knights of Columbus $2,500 - $4,999 Ms. Susan Moran Mr. Kenneth Engesser '74 Mr. Paul Martusciello '76 Champlain/St. Joan of Arc #441 Moran Family Ms. Carmella Fiore Mary's Nativity Saint Ann RCC Knights of Columbus AllianceBernstein L.P. Cardinal Edwin O'Brien Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Flood Mr. Michael McGrann '75 Holy Family Council #14520 Archdiocese of New York Our Lady of Hope Athletic Association Mrs. Patricia Handal Microsoft Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Macri Anonymous Mr. Timothy Rowland New York Life Foundation

6 Mr. & Mrs. Michael Siano Mr. Daniel Dugan '17 Mr. Paul Stapleton Mr. Glenn Dybus St. Francis de Sales R.C. Church Mr. Thomas Early, Jr. '08 St. Michael's R.C. Church Mr. Malachy Fallon '79 Mr. Frank Steele Mr. David Farrell Rev. Kevin Sweeney Mr. Frank Fortino Mr. Richard Tinari Forum Novelties Mr. Thomas Varcasio '76 Mr. Stephen Frayne '76 Ms. Marie Viola Mr. Conor Gallagher '12 Vocation Office - Brooklyn Mrs. Kathy Gluszak Westfield School Boosters Association Mrs. Mary Murray Haran Mr. Richard Whelan Mr. Patrick Hennessy Rev. Robert Whelan Mr. Richard Hillenbrand Whitestone Auto Center Rev. Edward Kachurka '77 Mr. John Keane '69 SPIRIT CLUB Knights of Columbus $250 - $499 Msgr. Sherman Council #5103 Mr. Kevin Kozlowski 05 Acrisure LLC Mr. Jeffrey Liddy Rev. John Amann '60 Mr. John Loewenstein '77 Mr. Rocco Papandrea Rev. Christopher Bethge '07 Mr. Peter Kelly Mr. Yuri Balacich Lunar IT Consulting Mr. William Picciano '73 Mr. James Boland '78 Mr. Charles Krause Ms. Doreen Batnikowski Mr. Robert Macaluso '70 Mr. Peter Quinlan Mr. Donald Buddenhagen '74 Mr. Richard Lata '71 Mr. Noel Bell Ms. Lisa Maluf Mr. & Mrs. Richard O'Mara & Family Mr. Michael Cammarota '78 Mr. Douglas Lonergan '68 Mr. Dominic Bianco '70 Mr. Francis Mangano Mr. Peter Petrino Mr. Richard Carruthers '65 Mr. Gerard Magaldi '74 Mr. & Mrs. William Bonomo Mr. Joseph Maniero Mr. Ronald Russo '66 Mr. William Caruana '72 Mr. Ryan Martin Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Bradford Most Reverend Paul Sanchez '66 Mr. Michael Casserly '95 Mr. Vincent Martusciello '67 Mr. Voytek Branach Mr. Michael Shields Mr. Salvatore Ceravolo Mr. James McHugh '78 Mr. Wojtek Branach '00 IBI Armored Services, Inc. Dr. Francesco Cesareo '77 Mrs. Geraldine Meehan Deacon Alexander Breviario Mr. Elias Starkis '70 Mr. Eugene Clark '75 Mr. William Molloy Mr. Frank Buccello '68 Mr. Francesco Serravalli '79 Cross County Federal Savings Bank Mr. Salvatore Monaco Mr. Anthony Burns '79 Mr. Jakub Skoniecki Mr. Francis Donnelly '58 Mr. John Moore '66 Ms. Rose Caleca Times Mirror Mr. Matthew Dybus '11 Ms. Mary Munoz Mr. Paul Carr '80 Truist Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Early '74 Mr. John Musico Mr. Timothy Cheriaparambil Mr. Michael Tumino Mr. Frank Falco Mutual of America Ms. Marie Ciaccio Mr. Michael Turturro '05 Mr. Daniel Friel '73 Mr. Michael Nihill '09 Mr. John Connors '67 Mrs. Margaretmary Virgadamo Mr. Paul Friel '85 Rev. Msgr. Sean Ogle '68 Mrs. Lorena Corrales Woodworks Construction Co., Inc. Very Rev. Joseph Fonti '84 Mr. Louis Pastina Mr. Frank Cuiffo '75 Ms. Barbara Forrester Ms. Mary Perry D'Arienzo Funerla Home Inc. BLUE & WHITE CLUB Mr. John Gallagher '67 Mr. Michael Rabus Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Deliso $500 - $999 Mr. William Grass '06 R.C. Church of Immaculate Conception Demetriou General Agency, Inc. Mr. James Gutbrod '80 Mr. Gregory Ronan '67 Mr. William Dempsey '70 B.G. Electric JP Morgan Chase Foundation Mr. Arthur Savarese '79 Derald H. Ruttenberg Foundation Mr. Donald Beckman Mr. George Keffers S & G Global Mrs. Ann Dolan 7 Maureen's Jazz Cellar Mr. Salvatore Armao Ms. Colleen Dalton Mr. Nicholas Duca '16 Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Finn Mr. & Mrs. Timothy McCleary Armao LLP D'Ambrosio Ecclesiastical Art Studio Inc. Most Reverend John Dunne '57 Rev. Msgr. Peter Finn Mr. Joseph McGrann '74 Mr. Walter Balcarcel Mr. Shawn Dawson Miss Jessica Dybus Mr. Alexander Fitissov '16 Mrs. Patricia Oettinger Mr. Felipe Banderlinder Mr. John DeBiase E&J Securities Mr. Vincent Flood '86 Mr. Frederick 'Olsen '57 Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Barbaro Mr. Orian Del Fierro '14 Elmhurst Alive Inc. Mrs. Fanny Fonti Mr. Walter O'Meara '65 Mr. Donald Barclay '71 Mr. Anthony Della Croce '61 Mr. James English '74 Franchino Agency, Inc. Mr. Jonathon Oscategui '17 Mr. Michael Barry Rev. James Devlin '66 Mr. Scott Evenbeck Mr. Phil Franco '93 Mrs. Grace Passarelli Rev. August Bednartz '46 Mr. & Mrs. John Devlin '62 FactSet Mrs. Laura Friel Mrs. Florence Patrick Mrs. Kathleen Berge Mr. & Mrs. Alan Diaz Mr. Joseph Falce Mr. John Fuller Ms. Eileen Pynn Ms. Anneke Berken Ms. Alice Diaz Mr. John Fallon '70 Dcn Stan Galazin Ms. Virginia Pynn Mr. Lee Bernstein Mr. Richie Diaz '96 Ms. Ann Farrell Rev. Msgr. Michael Gelfant Ms. C. Felicia Reciniello Rev. David Bertolotti Mr. Jim Dilg Federated Dept. Stores Rev. Msgr. Martin Geraghty '59 Mr. John Reinhardt '68 Mr. Richard Beyrer '65 Rev. Vincentius Do Ms. Angela Federico Mr. Brian Gerdts Ridgewood Office Products Center Inc. Ms. Patty Bishop Mr. James Donnelly '85 Mr. William Fennelly Glass Gardens Inc. Mr. Ernest Rossiello '63 Rev. Francis Black '72 Mr. Andrew Dowling '76 Rev. Msgr. Richard Figliozzi '71 Ms. Eileen Gregan Mr. Robert Ryan Dr. Philip Blank Mr. Joseph Saladino '70 Mr. Michael Bode '17 Ms. Patricia Shand Dcn Robert Braun '62 Mr. Arthur Smallman Mr. Frank Britto '86 Mr. Edward Sniadecki '81 Mr. Robert Burns '73 Mr. Roland Stalzer '73 Mr. Anthony Burzesi Mr. Eric Stoer Mr. Daniel Byrne '70 Mr. Edgar Sullivan '59 Rev. Msgr. Joseph Calise '72 Mr. Brendan Sweeney Mr. Gesuele Capone Mr. Denis Tarpey '65 Mr. Joseph Caputo The Anna E. Gallagher Charitable Trust Mr. Mark Carbone '91 Mr. Joseph Tuseo '18 Rev. Msgr. John Casey '48 Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Vastola Mr. Robert Cashman '84 Rev. Robert Vitaglione '67 Mr. William Cashman '78 Mr. Arthur Vollmerhausen '88 Rev. Msgr. David Cassato '66 Mr. Allen Watson Mr. John Cawley Mr. Michael Whalen Mr. Sergio Censullo Ms. Sharon Wick Dr. Thomas Chadzutko '73 Most Reverend Raymond Chappetto '65 CENTURY CLUB Mr. Santana Cirilo $100 - $249 Mrs. Elizabeth Coccaro Mr. Daniel Cordes Mr. Joe Abruzze Mr. Malachy Corrigan '68 Active Marketing Group Mr. James Costello '74 Mr. Robert Ambrose '68 Mr. Michael Courtien '75 American Family Association of NY Mr. Joseph Crimi H.A. Andersen Mr. & Mrs. Allen Crowley '74 Mr. Robert Andersen '78 Ms. Regina Crowley Apple Bank Dr. Thomas Cunningham '74

8 Mr. Thomas Grippa Mr. Andrew Picon '15 Mr. Mark Grogan '92 Rev. Philip Pizzo '67 Mr. & Mrs. Lourdes Grosso Mr. Dennis Portelli Mr. John Hagarty Mr. Thomas Powers Mr. Timothy Haggerty '99 Ms. Darling Previl Mr. John Hand '68 Mr. & Mrs. Timothy Quinn Mrs. Diana Hannan Mr. Frank Razzano '65 Rev. James Hansen Mr. Michael Reddy '84 Rev. Msgr. Michael Hardiman '69 Mr. Leo Regolizio Mr. Timothy Harfmann '10 Mr. Jeremy Reyes Mr. Raymond Harrington Mr. Patrick Reynolds '70 Mrs. Ceclelia Hauser Ms. Angela Rich Ms. Kathleen Havner Ridgewood Auto Spring Mr. & Mrs. Robert Heaslip Mr. William Riordan '70 Ms. Catherine Hensel Mr. Peter Roggemann '65 Mr. & Mrs. Jorge Herrera Mrs. Marie Rosa Mr. John Hogan Mr. Joseph Russotti '72 Ms. Susan Hughes Mr. Brendan Ryan '62 Mr. Gerard Hyland '65 Mr. Robert Libertelli '61 Mr. Francis Matuszak '85 Mr. Thomas Murtaugh '63 Mr. Kevin Ryan '67 Mr. Anthony Iandoli Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Liddy Mr. Robert Mauceri '05 Mr. George Nafash Mrs. Ingrid Sacktig Rev. Msgr. William Jablonski '57 Mr. Christopher Loder Mr. Steven Mauceri Mr. Gene Nebel '62 Mr. Paulo Salazar Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Jackson Mr. Lawrence Loesch '67 Mr. Myles McAliney '76 Dcn. James Noble '69 Ms. Angela Sammarco James Buckley Restaurant Corp. Mr. Matthew Loewenstein '81 Mr. Philip McBride Rev. Msgr. Kevin Noone '64 Col. Peter Sammarco '74 Mrs. Donna Jonke Very Rev. Elias Lorenzo '78 Mr. Patrick McCague '11 Ms. Noreen Novack Mr. Peter Sammarco '10 Ms. Margaret Juliano Mr. Stephen Luongo Mr. & Mrs. Raymond McCleary Mr. John O'Brien '01 Mr. Alejandro Sanchez '14 Ms. Melissa Juliano Mr. Salvatore Lupo Mr. William McDermott Dr. Thomas O'Brien '61 Mr. & Mrs. Robert Saunders Kazmierczuk & McGrath Attorney at Law Mr. Leonard Lynaugh Ms. Erin McDonough Mrs. Maura O'Doherty Mr. John Schilling '81 Dr. John Kehoe '66 Mrs. Judith Lynch Ms. Anne McHale Mr. Maurice O'Leary Mr. Robert Schirling Mr. Rasheed Kelly '18 Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Maher Mr. Brian McMahon Mr. Enan O'Malley Mr. Philip Sciame '68 Mr. John Kirrane '74 Mr. & Mrs. John Mahon Mr. Terrence McMahon '77 Mr. & Mrs. Michael O'Malley Ms. Claudia Sena Mr. & Mrs. John Klemm Mr. & Mrs. James Mahony Rev. Brian McNamara Mr. Peter O'Malley '66 Mr. Gregory Shemitz '78 Mr. & Mrs. Richard Knott Rev. Msgr. John Maksymowicz '65 Ms. Martina McQuaid Mr. & Mrs. Steven Osojnak Mr. Frank Shroff Mr. Robert Knott '68 Ms. Camille Marano Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Meaney Mr. Wayne Osterman '65 Mrs. Mary Shroff Mr. Frank Kotnik Rev. Fred Marano '82 Ms. Joanne Medvecky Our Lady of Grace R.C. Church Deacon Philip Siani Ms. Jadwiga Kuligowska Marsh & Mc Lennon Ms. Lorraine Medvecky Our Lady of Guadalupe R.C. Church Mr. Allen Spiro 75 Rev. James Kuroly '98 Mr. Juan Marten '12 Mestrandrea Funeral Chapels Mr. John Panico St. Joan of Arc R.C. Church Mr. Mariusz Kurylo Mr. Rafael Marten Mr. Anthony Mezzatesta Mr. Louis Panico St. Lukes R.C. Church Rev. John Lagiovane '84 Mr. Ramon Marten Mr. William Moloney '71 Mrs. Sara Pardy Mr. & Mrs. Enrique Subuyuj Mr. Michael Lane Mr. Braulio Martinez Mr. Michael Moore Dr. Charles Paskewicz '65 Sullivan Financial Group, LLC Mr. & Mrs. Anthony LaPorta Maspeth Press Mrs. Diane Moran Mr. Steven Paulsen '78 Rev. William Sweeney '73 Rev. Robert Lauder '54 Ms. Anna Mastrolembo Mr. John Morano '78 Mr. Ronald Pellechia '78 Swiss Re Corporate Solutions Mr. David Leach '67 Mr. Joseph Mastrolembo '15 Ms. Joan Mullaney Mr. Peter Pennolino Mr. Kenneth Tabala '97 Rev. Jun Hun Lee Mr. John Mateer '50 Mr. Joseph Murphy '75 Performance, Inc. Rev. Marcel Taillon Ms. Gina Lenski Mr. Nicholas Matuschak Mr. Lisandro Murphy '83 Mr. Kevin Peters '64 Mr. Michael Tallon

9 Mrs. Kayrn Taverna Mr. & Mrs. Peter Miceli Mr. & Mrs. William Taylor Mr. Mac Nadel Mr. Leon Terrano '74 Mr. Joseph Natale '68 TJ's Sports Bar Mr. Edward O'Reilly '73 The Bank of New York Mellon Mr. Andrew Peli '06 Triangle Auto Body, Inc. Ms. Barbara Pezzanite Mr. Anthony Tricarico '87 Mr. Oren Previl '12 Mr. G. Tudisco Ms. Maria Ricchetti Ms. Karen Tumulty Mr. Donald Russo '62 Ms. Yvetter Viani Mr. Robert Sarli '63 Mr. Steven Wagenblast '92 Mr. Joseph Shemitz '77 Dcn. Christopher Wagner '89 Mr. William Smith '95 Mr. Patrick Walsh '61 Rev. Msgr. James Spengler '62 Mr. Robert Walsh '64 Mr. Cornelius Whooley '66 Mr. Ronan Walsh Mr. Edward Welz Mr. John Wilson '74 Mr. Brendan Wrynn '76 Mr. Steven Wrynn '79 Mr. Shane Wynne '16 Mr. Adam Zajkowski '18 558 East Market Street Corp

FRIENDS OF CATHEDRAL $1 - $99 Anonymous Mr. Robert Begley '50 Mr. James Bennett Mr. John Boyne Mr. Lawrence Carlucci '75 Mr. Joseph Coen '75 Mrs. Cynthia English Mr. William Farrell '65 Mr. Daniel Flores Ms. Sandra Flores Ms. Lois Francisci Mr. Lawrence Gabriel Mr. Martin Gannon Mr. Gregory Grosso Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Liberto Mr. & Mrs. Charles Marano

10 MATCHING GIFTS

We thank Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio, the Annual Catholic Appeal, and all those who have given generously through their employers’ matching gifts programs. Do you have a match?

You may be able to double or even triple the impact of your gift to Cathedral Prep if you or your spouse works for a matching gift company.

Many corporations match the gifts their employees give to non-profit and charitable organizations in an effort to extend the reach of corporate giving and Cathedral students volunteered to help at the Bishop’s Annual Christmas to encourage employees to be actively Luncheon: this luncheon raises critical funds to assist Catholic Education throughout the Diocese of Brooklyn and Queens. involved in supporting their communities. Please check with your employer’s human Mr. John Lubaszka AXA Foundation Ms. Doreen Bartnikowski resource office for details on their matching Bristol Myers Mr. Noel Bell Ms. Anne McHale gift program and matching gift forms, which Brookfield Matching Charitable Gift Mr. Donald Buddenhagen Mr. Brian McMahon should be returned with your donation. Colgate Mr. Timothy Cheriaparambil Mrs. Geraldine Meehan Deutsche Bank of N.A. Ms. Marie Ciaccio Mr. William Molloy ExxonMobil Mr. Daniel Cordes Mr. George Nafash If you contribute through the United Way FactSet Mr. Anthony Croghan Ms. Noreen Novack Fund through your place of employment, Federated Dept. Stores Mr. & Mrs. Shawn Dawson Mrs. Sara Pardy please use Cathedral Prep’s United Way IFF Foundation Ms. Geraldine Desmond Mr. Louis A Pastina Fund ID: 07340. JP Morgan Chase Foundation Mr. Kenneth Engesser Mr. Louis G Pastina Magna Carta Foundation Mr. Frank Falco Mrs. Florence Patrick Please contact the Office of Development Marsh & Mc Lennon Ms. Carmella Fiore Ms. Virginia Pynn at [email protected] Microsoft Mr. Charles Fiore Ms. Eileen Pynn or by phone at (718) 592-6800, ext. 120 Mobil Mr. Daniel Flores Ms. C. Felicia Reciniello for further information. Mutual of America Ms. Sandra Flores Mr. Leo Regolizio New York Life Foundation Ms. Barbara Forrester Mr. Timothy Rowland Pfizer Mr. Richard Hillenbrand Mr. Frank Shroff Ridgewood Savings Bank Ms. Susan Himes Mrs. Mary Shroff S & P Global Mr. Charles Krause Mr. Jakub Skoniecki The Bank of New York Mellon Ms. Jadwiga Kuligowska Mr. Paul Stapleton Verizon Foundation Mrs. Joan Lavella Mr. Franco Susi Wells Fargo Mr. Victor Liguori Mr. Richard Whelan Ms. Sharon Wick 11 SCHOLARSHIPS AND TUITION ASSISTANCE

Over the past five years, Cathedral Prep has seen an increase in quality students deserving of scholarship and families that cannot afford the full tuition of Cathedral Prep. For the 2018-2019 academic school year, 91 students, which is 59% of the student body, were granted either scholarship or tuition assistance totaling $330,100. We are projecting that during the 2019-2020 academic year, $356,200 will be granted, and in the 2020-2021 academic year, $382,500. We can only reach these numbers with your continued support!

HISTORIC AND PROJECTED TUITION ASSISTANCE & SCHOLARSHIPS

$450,000.00 $400,000.00 $350,000.00 Projected TASS & Scholarships $300,000.00 $250,000.00 $200,000.00 $150,000.00 $100,000.00 $50,000.00 $ 5 6 7 8 9

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Thomas R. Moran, Sr., '75, Memorial Scholarship THOMAS R. MORAN, On Thursday, June 7th, the Cathedral Prep community gathered in the chapel during last period to celebrate the end SR. MEMORIAL AWARD of the academic year, celebrate Mass, and to hand out a scholarship. This year was the 26th awarding of the Thomas SCHOLARS: R. Moran, Sr., '75, Memorial Scholarship. Traditionally, this award is given to a junior going into his senior year, who exemplifies the character and compassion of Thomas Moran. We were proud to announce that this year’s recipient John Dietrich '93 was current senior Mario Olmedo, an outstanding student-athlete who led the soccer team to an undefeated regular season as their goalie. Dennis Hatzinger '94 Donald Powell '95 Mrs. Susan Moran's, wife of Christopher Otton '96 Thomas R. Moran, Sr., ’75, words: Marc Canton '97 “In Tom’s memory, we set up a scholarship here John McCormack '97 at Cathedral. I chose Cathedral because it was Lawerence Mohrmann '98 here that Tom grew up. He made some amazing Dennis Howlin '99 friends here. It was here that he built character, Father Daniel Champoli '00 gained knowledge, learned compassion and had Craig Caruana '01 fun! He had a very special opportunity to deepen his relationship with God as he prepared himself for Matthew Moloney '02 a successful and productive life. Brett Wierzbicki '03 Brian Chambers '04 As I look around at all of you, young men, who are Father Felix Herrera '05 learning about yourselves, developing your God- given talents and realizing your potentials, I am Matthew Zinser '07 thankful for a school like Cathedral. It is a school Nicholas Mendes '08 that will nurture your relationship with God while Michael Knott '09 teaching you about integrity and humility. Two very Timothy Harfmann '10 special traits to carry you through your lives! William Cassese '11 I encourage all of you to work as hard as you can Brendon Harfmann '12 to accomplish the goals you set for yourselves. Have Ryan Quinn '13 the courage to praise God openly and freely and William Tarrant '14 thank Him for the many blessings He bestows upon Mark Boodram '15 you. Realize how very precious and fragile life is Timothy Sullivan '16 and be sure to use the beautiful talents and gifts Arthur Vollmerhausen '17 God has given to you. And do not forget to help the Rasheed Kelly '18 next one in line.” Mario Olmedo '19

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Thank you to all of the benefactors, that support our Tuition Assistance and Scholarship Funds. You have given numerous young men the opportunity to study at a program that forms Catholic gentlemen in the ways of faith, hope and love. Cathedral Prep would like to acknowledge the funds that give our young men the opportunity of a lifetime. Thank you everyone that has given to the following funds: The Monsignor F. Thomas Brady, ’53, Memorial Scholarship The Angela & William Bonomo Memorial Scholarship Rev. Msgr. John J. Bracken Scholarship The Rev. Msgr. Richard E. Marchese, ’65, Card Processing Service LLC Spiritual Development Fund The Bishop Ignatius A. Catanello, ’60C, The McKeen Fund Memorial Scholarship Mutual of America Paul M. Cervino, Jr. Memorial Scholarship The Podzius Family Scholarship Mr. & Mrs. Mark Cipolla The Mr. Joseph Somers Memorial Scholarship Class of 1966, Class of 1970 The Rev. William Sweeney, ’73, Scholarship The Jim Dilg Interscholastic Award Scholarship Alumni Association Scholarship Electronic Funds Transfer LLC The Saint Matthew Society Fund The Colin Flood Memorial Scholarship The Sister Mary Ann Tirelli, OP, Memorial Scholarship The Peter J. Friel “Character” Memorial Scholarship The Father Edward W. Troike Summer Leadership Program Futures in Education/Catholic Foundation St. Pius X Prep Alumni Scholarship Fund of Brooklyn/Queens The Michael Gordon Foundation The Cathedral Club of Brooklyn Scholarship The Knights of Columbus Fund The Michael Gordon Foundation Awards Scholarship to Cathedral Prep Students The Thomas R. Moran, Sr., ’75, Memorial Scholarship Cathedral Prep is pleased to announce that John J. Hogan, Jr. Memorial Scholarship The Michael Gordon Foundation awarded scholarships to six Cathedral Prep students. The Patrick J. Honan, ’78, Memorial Scholarship Established in 1991, the mission of the Foundation is to aid children under the age of 18 in areas of The Mary Lou Langley Memorial Scholarship Education, Health and Welfare. The Foundation The Julia & Angelo Lorenzo Memorial Scholarship has been an invaluable supporter of the Prep.

14 KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS SUPPORT CATHEDRAL PREP

hether directly sponsoring a student by Wcovering the cost of his tuition, or giving a gift to the school to support tuition assistance for those in need, the Knights of Columbus continue to be partners in the formation of tomorrow’s Men for Greatness. Sharing their time, talent, and treasure, the Knights generously support Cathedral and live out their charism of encouraging priestly vocations.

hrough the intercession of Venerable TFather Michael McGivney, may the men of Cathedral Prep emulate the greatness of the Knights of Columbus. Knights of Columbus Msgr. William F. Burke Council #2672 Knights of Columbus Thomas Dongan Council #1251 Knights of Columbus Champlain/St. Joan of Arc #441 Knights of Columbus Council #481 Knights of Columbus Charities, Inc. Knights of Columbus Council #126 Knights of Columbus Immaculate Conception Knights of Columbus Holy Family Council #14520 Knights of Columbus Lexington Council #293 Knights of Columbus Lincoln Council #312 Bishop Ignatius Catanello Memorial Scholarship Dinner Knights of Columbus Long Island Chapter On Saturday, March 24, 2018, the 5th Annual Bishop Ignatius Catanello Memorial Knights of Columbus Father John J. Murray Council #14666 Scholarship Dinner Dance was held at the Immaculate Conception Center, Knights of Columbus Olympia Council #394 Douglaston, NY. Knights of Columbus Msgr. Sherman Council #5103 The evening started with Mass at 6:00 PM in the Chapel, followed by a dinner and Knights of Columbus Cardinal Spellman Council #6014 dancing in the Dining Room. Over 110 guests attended the event. Knights of Columbus St. Rita/ Msgr. John Peyton Council Thank you to The Holy Family/Bishop Ignatius Catanello Knights of Columbus Council, Mr. & Mrs. Mark Cipolla the Dinner Committee and all those who joined us in celebrating the life of Bishop Mr. Bendan Dolan Catanello. Additionally, we are grateful to contributions given to the Memorial Scholarship in his name. Mr. Richard Knott & Family 6TH ANNUAL BISHOP IGNATIUS CATANELLO MEMORIAL MASS AND DINNER DANCE Mr. Bill Moloney, ’71 @ DOUGLASTON ON SATURDAY, MARCH 30, 2019 Mrs. Maureen NiHill Mr. Michael Nihill Celebrating the life of Bishop Catanello and benefiting Mr. Richard O’Mara & Family The Bishop Catanello Scholarship at Cathedral Mr. Peter Petrino 15 NEW FACES

Mr. Gabrielius Banevicius, M.A. Deacon Philip A. Franco, Ph.D. Ms. Denise Garcia LIVING ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICS, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL, DIRECTOR FOR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT, AND CODING & COMPUTER SCIENCE ADMISSIONS, THEOLOGY DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI OFFICE

Mrs. Luisa Peluso, M.S. Mr. John Ryan, B.A. COORDINATOR OF THE VIANNEY PROGRAM, DEVELOPMENT AND ALUMNI DIRECTOR INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE, BRITISH LITERATURE, AND SKILLS 16 17 Alumni Highlight As I look back on my decision to go to Cathedral Prep about this time twenty-two years ago, I can't help but think of the saying: "Your decisions make you who you are." How true that is, and how fortunate for me! The lessons I learned as a student from the amazing priests and dedicated lay faculty helped Pictured with Ed are his wife, Sheila, Tim Harfmann, '10, (left), Cathedral's Rector-President, Father Fonti, '84, (left-center) and Ed Wilkinson addressing Cathedral's former Alumni Director, Tim McCleary (right). me grow my intellect and form my the conference. faith. After graduating St. John’s and returning to Cathedral as a Alum Ed Wilkinson, ’65 Honored coach, faculty member, and administrator, the relationships On May 9, 2018, Bishop DiMarzio honored Ed Wilkinson, '65 , the editor of The Tablet I formed with colleagues and students alike strengthened since 1985, at the World Communications Day Catholic Media Conference. Ed, a my faith further and gave me the confidence to further my former Immaculata Award recipient, received the St. Francis De Sales Distinguished career and, hopefully, serve the Church well. Communicator Award. The theme of the conference was "The Truth Will Set You Free." The formation I received at Cathedral helped me become "The Tablet remains America's most influential diocesan newspaper. Today, we honor the man, husband, and father I am today. I know that Ed Wilkinson, for keeping it as such-a true exponent of religious freedom. We raise our because of alma mater, I am certainly a better version of glasses for him and to the Catholic Press."- Monsignor Kieran E. Harrington, '89 myself that I would have been otherwise. Congrats, Ed! You have the pride of Alma Mater.

Currently, I am proud to serve Cathedral as a member of the Board of Trustees. It is my honor and pleasure to advise Cathedral Prep was excited and support the current administration, as they continue to welcome home two of our their great work of forming men for greatness. That is why I graduates from the Class of continue to be a part of Cathedral Prep, however small that 2010, Mark Yepez and David part may be. Helping Cathedral form other young men like it Strack. Both are involved in formed me, that is yet another way that this amazing place education; Mark just received continues to bless me and my family. his Masters Degree in Bilingual Education and works with underprivileged youth and John O’Brien, ’00 their families. David teaches Principal, Good Shepherd Catholic Academy public speaking at LaGuardia Cathedral Prep Board of Trustee Member Community College and has started a cultural center in Brooklyn. We are glad these two alums came to visit. We wish them continued success.

18 ECCE QUAM BONUM… HABITARE FRATRES IN UNUM

ur March 1st Brotherhood Event, “Countdown to St. Patrick’s Day”, was Oheld at the Belle Harbor Yacht Club in Rockaway and was opened not only to alumni but also to all wives and girlfriends.

Grateful to Ludwig’s Catering who supplied the food and Jimmy Walsh who played Irish music, the evening was enjoyed by all.

SAVE THE DATE NEXT BROTHERHOOD EVENT

2nd Annual Countdown to St. Patrick’s Day Thursday, February 28, 2019 at The Belle Harbor Yacht Club

Mrs. Holly VanWallendael, Class of 2022 May 11, 2018

“We want to thank you all for the wonderful family BBQ. The entire staff at Cathedral made last night a great starting experience for all the incoming boys and their families. My husband and I were very delighted. I must add, the gym- time, and some basketball after the BBQ was awesome! As you noticed, JohnAnthony could not wait to get into his Cathedral shirt, he even wore it today to school. He is so happy:) I sensed the connection between the boys. Ultimately, aside from a strong education, we just want JohnAnthony to be in the best possible setting. Last night helps confirm that we chose the right school. I see Cathedral as a brotherhood-school, which is the environment we want as a family for JohnAnthony.” TESTIMONIAL

19 We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Golf cat hedr al prep n behalf of our Cathedral men, Classic on Thursday, June 20, 2019, at the North Hills Othank you to the following for helping Save the Date Country Club (Manhasset, NY). For information us make our Golf Classic a success. contact the Alumni Office at 718.592.6800 ext. 120. Your thoughtful generosity will greatly JUNE 20, 2019 benefit the students of Cathedral Prep.

Cocktail & Dinner Sponsors Tim Reynolds, ‘73 Ben-Jo General Trucking, Inc. - Ken Yashian

Brunch Sponsors golf classic Grand Insurance Agency - Vinny Lapuma, ‘01 & Gary Lombardo, ‘00 Program Sponsors Francesco Serravalle, ‘79 25th Annual Golf Classic Woodworks - Construction Co., Inc. Thursday, June 21, 2018 Retail Project Management of NY, Inc. - Bob Bonett, ‘84 North Hills Country Club Universal Builders Supply Inc. - Kevin O’Callaghan Golf Contest Winners Cross County Savings Bank - Anthony Milone

1st Place - Champions Golf Cart Sponsors Jerry Magaldi, ’74, Brian Keaveney, James Kelly, Jerry Kelly Universal Builders Supply Inc. - Kevin O‘Callaghan Picciano & Scahill, PC - Frank Scahill, ‘76 2nd Place Lou D’Amico, ’82, John Fogarty, Mark Halton, Tim Keiley, ’84 Lunch Sponsors Closest to the Pin Vocations Office Diocese of Brooklyn - Rev. Sean Suckiel, ‘03 Hole # 2 Tony Iandoli 10’ 9” Hole #6 Kevin Murphy, ’79, 11” Longest Drive Sponsor We would like to thank our Golf Classic Hole #12 Ken Yashian 12’ 1” Kevin Murphy, ‘79 Committee members for their efforts on behalf of Cathedral Prep. Longest Drive Ryan Martin Closest to Pin Sponsor Demetriou General Agency, Inc. Vincent Lapuma, ‘01 - Chairman Arthur Savarese, ‘79 - Chairman Putting Contest Greg Ronan, ‘67 Paul Carr, ‘80 Jim Sparro & Tom Losquadro – both made putt! Hole in One Sponsor Trinity Automotive Services Ltd. - Sal Ervolino Bill Moloney, ‘71 Tim Keiley, ‘84 Tim Reynolds, ‘73 Michael Nihill, ‘09 Blue & White Raffle Winners Fr. Bill Sweeney, ‘73 Matthew Dybus, ‘11 A very special thank you to all our Tee, Pin, Raffle Prize & Goodie Bag White Raffle – # 59 – Thomas Gutbrod Michael Cox, ‘74 Rayn Quinn, ‘13 Sponsors ALUMNII ASSASSOCIATIION Blue Raffle # 14 – Vin Doherty, ’73 Gerard Magaldi, ‘74 Tim McCleary Especially Ilda Canton – Award Winner Embroidery RAISED OVER $41,000 AT THE 2018 GOLF OUTING Kevin Murphy, ‘79 20 We look forward to seeing you at this year’s Golf cat hedr al prep n behalf of our Cathedral men, Classic on Thursday, June 20, 2019, at the North Hills Othank you to the following for helping Save the Date Country Club (Manhasset, NY). For information us make our Golf Classic a success. contact the Alumni Office at 718.592.6800 ext. 120. Your thoughtful generosity will greatly JUNE 20, 2019 benefit the students of Cathedral Prep.

Cocktail & Dinner Sponsors Tim Reynolds, ‘73 Ben-Jo General Trucking, Inc. - Ken Yashian

he Brotherhood Events have been a collection of smaller gatherings open to all alumni! This past year we haveT seen over 250+ alums come out and rekindle friendship and retell stories from their Cathedral days! The Alumni Association went back to its roots and hosted an evening at The Brooklyn Brewery for the Annual Crusader Craft Beer Event. To top it off, we gathered in the City for our 2nd Annual event at The Players in Gramercy Park. We look forward to seeing more alumni join us for these special evenings. Please stay updated by checking our social media pages and our website!

22 The Three Shall Become One

n September 20, 2018, three High School Seminary Alumni Associations gathered asO one at The Players Club, a national landmark in Gramercy Park, New York City for our 2nd annual event. Over 75 alumni from Cathedral Prep - Manhattan (Archdiocese of New York), St. Pius Prep (Rockville Centre Diocese), and Cathedral Prep (Brooklyn/ Queens Diocese) joined together to celebrate their unique seminary experience and exchanged stories of their high school days. Cathedral Development and Alumni Director, John Ryan, ’75, St. Pius X, organized this special night, assisted by Joseph Fusco, ’68, Manhattan, and Vinny Lapuma, ’01, Cathedral Prep. Father Joseph Fonti, ’84, Cathedral, Rector-President of Cathedral Prep joined by Richie Diaz, ’84, Cathedral, Principal of THREETHREECathedral Prep, welcomed HIGHHIGH SCHOOLSCHOOL SEMINARIESSEMINARIES membersTHREETHREE of the three alumni HIGHHIGH associations, and SCHOOLSCHOOL SEMINARIESSEMINARIES THREETHREEshared the story HIGHHIGH of Cathedral, where SCHOOLSCHOOL young men SEMINARIESSEMINARIES are discerning a vocation to diocesan priesthood. He reminded all of ourONEONE common formation COMMONCOMMONONEONE and COMMONCOMMON EXPERIENCEEXPERIENCE EXPERIENCEEXPERIENCE brotherhood.ONEONE COMMONCOMMON EXPERIENCEEXPERIENCE

Save the Date │ 3rd Annual “The Players Club” Event Thursday, September 19, 2019 23 Cathedral CathedralPrep New YorkPrepCathedral Alumni New York Association Prep Alumni New Association York Alumni Association CathedralCathedral Prep Brooklyn PrepCathedral and Brooklyn Queens Prep and Alumni QueensBrooklyn Association Alumni and Queens Association Alumni Association St. Pius X Prep Alumni Association St. Pius X PrepSt. Alumni Pius XAssociation Prep Alumni Association The St. Pius X Alumni Association, the Cathedral Prep New York Alumni Association and the Cathedral Prep Brooklyn and Queens Alumni AssociationThe represent St. Pius the X Alumni alumni Association,of TheNew St. York's Pius the three X Cathedral Alumni high school Association, Prep seminaries. New York the AlumniJoin Cathedral your Association classmates Prep New and and York the fellow AlumniCathedral alumni Association inPrep Brooklyn and andthe CathedralQueens Prep Brooklyn and Queens celebration of theAlumni common Association mission and represent ourAlumni unique the experience.Association alumni of TheNew represent event proofYork's will threethe take alumni highplace school at,of nationalNew seminaries. York's historic three Joinlandmark, high your school classmatesThe seminaries. and fellow Join alumni your classmates in and fellow alumni in Players Club, and will include an open bar from 6-8:30 pm and hors d'oeuvres. The cost of the evening will be $40. celebration of the commoncelebration mission and of the our common unique experience. mission and The our eventproof unique will takeexperience. place at, The national event historic will take landmark, place at, The national historic landmark, The Players Club, and will include an open bar from 6-8:30 pm and hors d'oeuvres. The cost of the eveningproof will be $40. Msgr. Edward Weber, Cathedral Players- New Club,York and will include an open bar from 6-8:30 pm and hors d'oeuvres. The cost of the evening will be $40. Very ReverendMsgr. Joseph Edward Fonti, Weber, CathedralMsgr. Cathedral Edward - Brooklyn/Queens - Weber, New York Cathedral - New York John Ryan, St.Very Pius Reverend X Prep Joseph Fonti, Cathedral - Brooklyn/Queens Very Reverend Joseph Fonti, Cathedral - Brooklyn/Queens John Ryan, St. Pius X Prep For more information and to register,John please Ryan, visit www.CathedralPrep.org/alumni/playersSt. Pius X Prep or call (718) 592-6800,For Ext.more 120 information and to register, please visit www.CathedralPrep.org/alumni/players or call (718) 592-6800, Ext.For 120 more information and to register, please visit www.CathedralPrep.org/alumni/players or call (718) 592-6800, Ext. 120 CATHEDRAL ALUMNI BASKETBALL LEAGUE

he annual alumni basketball league T is a great opportunity for alumni to reconnect with classmates and get to know alumni brothers who have walked the halls of Cathedral before and after them. The six-team league consists of men participating from the Class of 1970 to our recent graduating class of 2018. If interested in playing, please contact the Alumni Office.

24 2018 Immaculata AwardS and Alumni Reunion Dinner

n Saturday, April 21, 2018, OCathedral hosted the 20th Annual Immaculata Awards Dinner. The Prep bestowed its highest honor upon two esteemed alumni: Mr. Bob Podzius, ’70, and Fr. Kevin Sweeney, ’88. The classes of 1968 and 1993 were also recognized for their 50th and 25th Anniversaries. Over 150 guests from a wide array of years gathered to reminisce about fond high school memories enjoyed at Elmhurst and 555 Washington Ave.

25 21ST ANNUAL ALUMNI REUNION & IMMACULATA DINNER SAVE THE DATE - SATURDAY, MAy 4, 2019 2019 Immaculata Honorees

Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio, Bishop of Brooklyn ishop DiMarzio is currently chairman n recognition of his loyal support, his tireless efforts to Bof the board of the Center for Ipromote priestly vocations and his 75th Birthday (June Migration Studies, and the Migration 16th), Cathedral Prep is grateful to Bishop DiMarzio for Policy Institute board. He is a member accepting our invitation to be the Priest-Recipient of the of the boards of CLINIC and the USCCB 2019 Immaculata Award. Migration Committees. Bishop DiMarzio is a former member of the Vatican’s orn in Newark, New Jersey, on June 16, 1944, His Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Care BExcellency, the Most Reverend Nicholas DiMarzio, of Migrants and Itinerant People. He attended the Immaculate Conception Seminary in also previously chaired the boards Darlington, New Jersey, was ordained a Roman Catholic of the Migration Committee of the Priest in 1970, and named Prelate of Honor by Pope John Paul II in 1986. USCCB, the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. and Finance Committee rom 1985 to 1991, he served as executive director of the Office of Migration of Catholic Relief Services. From 2003 to 2005, Bishop DiMarzio served as the U.S. Fand Refugee Services at the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops representative to the Global Commission on International Migration, inspired by (USCCB). Bishop DiMarzio was ordained Auxiliary Bishop of Newark in 1996, where the United Nations, as our Nation’s Commissioner representative. he served as Vicar for Human Services and executive director for their Catholic ishop DiMarzio served as a consultant for the John Jay Report, a 2004 Charities agency. In 1980, Bishop DiMarzio earned a Masters in Social Work from Bindependent study by the John Jay College of Criminal Justice. Using surveys Fordham University, and a Ph.D. in Social Work Research and Policy in 1985 from completed by Roman Catholic dioceses, researchers analyzed “the nature and Rutgers University. scope of the problem of sexual abuse of minors by Catholic priests and deacons n July of 1999, Bishop DiMarzio was appointed as the Sixth Bishop of Camden, in the United States.” The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops commissioned the INew Jersey, and served there until October 2003, when he was installed as the study. Seventh Bishop of Brooklyn. ishop DiMarzio has spent his ministry of over 40 years in the areas of immigration Bassistance and refugee resettlement services. He has served as both an advocate for refugees and immigrant concerns in political forums, and as the Tickets and Journal Ads for the 2019 Immaculata Awards and Reunion initiator and administrator of programs to assist refugees and immigrants within the Dinner to be held at Cathedral Prep on Saturday, May 4, 2019 can be U.S. and throughout the world. purchased by contacting the Alumni Office at 718-592-6800, ext. 120, or email: [email protected].

26 21ST ANNUAL ALUMNI REUNION & IMMACULATA DINNER SAVE THE DATE - SATURDAY, MAy 4, 2019

Francis J. Scahill is a proud graduate of Cathedral Prep, Dr. Angelo "Tony" Scordato is a much-admired former class of 1976. Frank was born in Brooklyn and grew up faculty member of St. Pius X Preparatory Seminary. He in Rockaway Beach, in the parish of St. Francis deSales. was one of the longest standing teachers at Pius where Frank attended Cathedral College from 1976-1978, and he taught Mathematics and was Assistant Principal from graduated from Fordham University, Rose Hill Campus 1972 to 1979. Many alumni attribute their successes in 1981. He then attended St. John’s University School of in college and beyond from having Dr. Scordato, Law and graduated in 1984 with a Juris Doctor degree. affectionately known as "Doc" to his students, and thank He passed the July 1984 bar exam and was admitted him for sharing his knowledge and enthusiasm. Above all, to practice law in New York in 1985. He was fortunate his patience with students is fondly remembered. to obtain a clerkship with Hon. John A. Milano upon r. Scordato is an example of someone fully graduation from Law School. He clerked for Judge Milano Ddedicated to his vocational calling. He received his through 1988 when he entered private practice with John Picciano in Nassau Doctorate and Professional diploma from the University of Wyoming and earned County. In 1991 the two formed ‘Picciano & Scahill, P.C.’ with one client and one both a BA and MA from the State University of Albany. A Professor Emeritus of employee. The firm now employs 50 lawyers and over 140 employees, serving the Mathematics and Computer Science at Nassau Community College, he also needs of the Insurance Industry in New York. taught at Queensborough Community College, State University (NY) Agricultural and Technical College - Farmingdale, and Adelphi University. Dr. Scordato served rank is an accomplished trial attorney with over 100 defense jury verdicts in as Board Chair of The Dozenal (formerly Duodecimal) Society of America and has Fthe Federal and State Courts in New York. He is a leader in his field, authoring been active in the American Mathematical Association of Two-Year Colleges, the many published works on Insurance Defense related topics. He frequently lectures New York State Association of Two-Year Colleges, the Association of Computing to members of the Insurance industry and Bar groups on Trial tactics and Insurance Machinery, and the Nassau County Association of Mathematical Supervisors. Law. Pro bono is part of the culture of his firm. Frank believes in giving back and r. Scordato was born in Brooklyn and resided in Valley Stream, Long Island, offers the firm’s legal services pro bono to the US Marine Garrison in Garden City Dbefore retiring to Brookline, MA, where he continues to be an avid gardener, and the US Army Garrison at Fort Hamilton in Brooklyn. a love of his since childhood.

t Cathedral Frank was fortunate to play basketball for legendary coaches Aand some of the finest men he has met in his life, Bob Pape, Brain Payne lease join us at Cathedral Prep and Jim Dilg. The academic training and life experiences at Cathedral taught Pon Saturday, May 4, 2019, as we Frank the most important lessons in life, to be a leader, to be compassionate, and celebrate the 50th Reunion Class of to live your faith with humility. The years Frank spent at Cathedral shaped his life. The friendships he made at our School have lasted a lifetime. Cathedral Prep has 1969 and the 25th Reunion of the been and remains a blessing to Frank and all our alumni. Class of 1994. In addition, we will recognize the following classes of 1979, 1989, 1999, and 2009. rank is married to his beautiful wife Tracy and lives in East Williston, New York. FFrank is most proud of his 4 children, all of whom have forged successful or more information please careers. Two of them are attorneys employed as prosecutors and the other two are teachers. They are all caring wonderful children who are the joy of his life. Fcontact the Alumni Office at 718-592-6800 ext. 120.

27 GRADUATION 2018

2018 Student Highlight Rosas headed to Notre Dame Sebastian Rosas grew up in Far Rockaway, in the parish of St. Mary Star of the Seas and St. Gertrude. He was raised by his mother, Martha, and grandmother, Zoila. Sebastian was chosen as the 2018 Class Valedictorian and on graduation night was presented the Gold Medal award for the school as he earned an overall Grade Point Average after four years of study of 98.83 ranking him first in the class.

His extracurricular activities included: parish sacristan, altar server, lector; fitness club; gaming club; J.V. Track and Field; Varsity Soccer; National Society for H.S. Scholars; National Honors Society; Peer Tutor; Brotherhood of Mary Immaculate; Fratres in Unum Peer Discussion Group; The Current school newspaper, co-editor; and Yearbook, layout editor. He received scholarship offers from the following schools: University of Notre Dame, Adelphi University, Catholic University of America, Hofstra University, Molloy College, Mount Saint Mary College, Presidential Scholarship; Pace University, St. John’s University. He is currently studying biology at University of Notre Dame on a full scholarship. Sebastian’s quote of inspiration: “Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go” — Joshua 1:9 28 GRADUATION 2018

n Graduation morning, Friday, May 25, 2018, our community gathered with the proud parents and family of the Class of 2018 at the Prep to celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving. Our Rector-President, Father Joseph Fonti, ’84, was the main celebrant. Father Christopher OBethge, ’07, con-celebrated and Deacon Philip Franco, ’93, proclaimed the Gospel. 2018 GRADUATES Friday evening, Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio presided over our Graduation Exercises at St. James Cathedral- Basilica in Brooklyn. Father Fonti welcomed the family and friends of the Class of 2018 and thanked the Emmanuel Ambroise...... SUNY Buffalo Peter Munoz...... St. John’s University parents for entrusting Cathedral with their son’s intellectual and spiritual formation. He reminded his spiritual sons that “they can do all things in Christ who strengthens them.” Daniel Berhan...... SUNY Buffalo Michael Henry Murphy...... Fordham University Adam Zajkowski gave the Salutatorian Address and Sebastian Rosas was chosen as the class Valedictorian. Yann M. Camara...... Albright College Steven Joseph Osojnak...... St. John’s University Both noted the unique bond that comes with the Cathedral brotherhood and the challenges that they and Dyango Andres Campoverde...... Saint Francis College Michael Victor Remon...... St. Francis College their classmates were able to overcome together. Liz Faublas, Anchor of Currents News, was the commencement speaker. Ms. Faublas spoke about the Richard Cisneros...... Pace University Fernando J. Ronconi...... Hunter College unique role that women play in the Catholic Church. She noted the class’s unique diversity and urged our Christian Faustin...... Queensborough CC Sebastian Adrian Rosas...... University of Notre Dame graduates to be true men for greatness by sharing their wisdom and being catalysts for the betterment of society whether as priests or dedicated Catholic laymen. Nikola Fitissov...... SUNY Binghamton Christopher Saillant Velez...... St. Francis College Towards the end of the ceremony after the bestowal of various awards, Father Fonti introduced Joseph Joseph John Foley, Jr...... Queens College John Joseph Schilling III...... Brooklyn College Krug, Patrice Legoute and Stephen Jankowski to their new Rector, Father George Sears. All three of them Anthony Haran...... St. John’s University Jose Angel Solorzano...... New York City College of Technology have decided to continue discerning a call to the priesthood at Cathedral Seminary House of Formation in Douglaston. Donal J. Harnett...... Penn State Kyle Sumprer...... Brooklyn College Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio concluded the evening by praising the continued success of Cathedral Prep in Neil John Hickey...... St. John’s University Joseph N. Tuseo IV...... St. John’s University producing a quality education in an environment where discernment is encouraged and fostered. Stephen Mark Jankowski...... St. John’s University Loik L. Uddin Jr...... Molloy College The Bronze Medal was presented to a young man who earned an overall Grade Point Average after four years of study of 97.15, ranking him third in the class. The Bronze medal was presented to Adam Rasheed James Kelly...... SUNY Binghamton Cian Walsh...... St. Francis College Zajkowski. Jospeh P. Krug...... St. John’s University Adam Daniel Zajkowski...... Catholic University of America The Silver Medal was presented to a young man who earned an overall Grade Point Average after four years of study of 97.63, ranking him second in the class. The Silver medal was presented to Peter Munoz. Johan N. Larsen...... St. Joseph’s College Juan Sebastian Zapata Arenas...... Queensborough CC The Gold Medal was presented to a young man who earned an overall Grade Point Average after four Patrice Legoute...... St. John’s University Joshua Nathaniel Zayas...... Mount St. Mary’s College years of study of 98.83 ranking him first in the class. The Gold medal was presented to Sebastian Rosas. Daniel Patrick Maher...... St. John’s University

29 Ordinary Men called to an Extaordinary Life

Prayer to Know My Vocation

Lord, I want to be happy in this life and spend eternity with You in the life to come. From the first moment of my existence, You knew my vocation. Please help me discover Your plan for my life.

Ric Crossfield, `13 Help me to know myself. William Cassese, `11 3rd Year Help me to overcome my fears. 2nd Theology Cathedral Seminary Help me to want what You want. The Catholic University HouseORDI of NFormationARY MEN CALLED TO AN EXTRAORDINARY LIFE of America Help me to trust You completely. Send Your Holy Spirit into my mind and heart so I can see the gifts You have given me GOD IS TRULY PRESENT and hear Your call to serve the Church. AT CATHEDRAL PREP Increase my desire to bring others to You AND I AM THANKFUL and to help them reach heaven. THAT HE HAS SPOKEN Mary Most Holy, Mother of God, TO ME IN THE SILENCE pray for me, that I can discover my vocation OF MY HEART TO MichaelREVEREND Falce, `10 PAULO SALAZAR, ’16 PEDRO CASTILLO,and have '16 theSTEPHEN courage JANKOWSKI, to respond '18 JOSEPH in faith. KRUG, '18 PATRICE LEGOUTE, '18BrendanFOLLOW Harfmann, HIM.” `12 MR. MICHAEL FALCE, '10 Pastoral Year Third Philosophy Second Philosophy First PhilosophyAmen. First Philosophy First Philosophy 1st Theology Fourth Theology Cathedral House of Neocatechumenate Cathedral House of Cathedral House of Cathedral House of SaintSt. Andrew Joseph Seminary Avellino Formation Seminary Formation Formation Formation St. Joseph’sPATRICE Seminary LEGOUTE, ’18 Taiwan

While in Poland at World Youth Day, recent graduate, Pedro Castillo, `16, confirmed God’s will for him to discern a vocation to the priesthood. During his four years at Cathedral Prep, Pedro seriously Wdiscerned his vocation to the priesthood while achieving academic success. At graduation, he had planned to study engineering at City College.

Pedro said that he chose to follow God’s Will and not his own because, “He has never let me down.” Returning enthusiastically and joy filled to Cathedral he shared his good news with Mr. Diaz and Father Fonti and several of his classmates, who met to take him to breakfast. A member of the Neocatechumenal Way, Pedro has accepted their invitation to go to their seminary in Taiwan. As we continue to foster priestly vocations at Cathedral, we pledge our prayerful support to our brother. 29

30 seminarians at the prep

Prayer to Know My Vocation

Lord, I want to be happy in this life and spend eternity with You in the life to come.

From the first moment of my existence,

You knew my vocation.

Please help me discover Your plan for my life.

Help me to know myself.

Help me to overcome my fears.

Help me to want what You want.

Help me to trust You completely. eminarian, Danny Dilone teaches a Coding Class in the Media Center Send Your Holy Spirit into my mind and heart Sfor our seniors. Students attended the course every Wednesday after so I can see the gifts You have given me school for seven weeks. and hear Your call to serve the Church. his course aims to teach everyone the basics of programming computers using Python. We cover the basics of how one constructs a program from a series of simple instructions in ncrease my desire to bring others to ou T I Y Python. The course has no prerequisites and avoids all but the simplest mathematics. By the end and to help them reach heaven. of the course, students should be able to read and write simple code in python and, hopefully, the students will be inspired to take a more rigorous programming class in college. Mary Most Holy, Mother of God, pray for me, that I can discover my vocation anny Dilone is finishing his studies for the priesthood at The Pontifical North American College and have the courage to respond in faith. Din Rome. Recently he and his classmates received the Ministry of Lector at a ceremony led by Cardinal Edwin F. O'Brien (pictured), the Grand Master of the Order of the Holy Sepulcher. Amen

31 2018 SOCCER TEAM GOES UNDEFEATED IN LEAGUE PLAY

he 2018 Soccer season was definitely one to remember: the Tteam won the regular season with a 13-0 record by scoring 58 goals and conceding only seven. Our success this past season is the product of dedication. Cathedral Prep was able to prepare 21 students to compete against schools that have more than 500 students enrolled. Every parent, student, and staff member of the school should receive credit for everything that we achieved.

enior Mario Olmedo, ’19, not only obtained the all-league Saward for second year in a row, he also participated in the most prestigious high school soccer event of New York after receiving an invitation to take part of the televised Mayor's Cup game. Only two players from our league were invited.

our other students also received all-league awards, seniors FAnthony Camastro, ’19, and Johnathan Caceres, ’19, achieved this award for the second year in row, while sophomores James Otazo, ’21, and Alex Chen, ’21, were recognized for their first time.

special acknowledgment should be given to our seniors this year: EMario Olmedo, Johnathan Caceres, Anthony Camastro, Matt Smith, Juan Rodriguez, Andres Siguencia and Antonio Goncalves. They were part of the most successful generation of soccer student- athletes in our school history. Some of them took part in the team that reached the final play-off game 4 years ago, won the south B division in 2017 and 2018, and the regular season in 2018.

lthough replicating this past few seasons is one of the greatest Achallenges that players will experience in their high school athletic career, the student's winning mentality and the soccer culture the school enjoys will allow the team to push for excellence Congratulations to to our amazing goalie Mario again. Olmedo whose fantastic season got him a spot in the New York City Mayor's Cup soccer game! 32 VARSITY AND JV BOWLING TEAMS CHSAA BROOKLYN/QUEENS CHAMPIONS

or the first time, our Crusaders are CHSAA Brooklyn/Queens FDivision Varsity and JV League Champions! They took second place in the City Championships. Both squads finished first in regular season standings and bowled their way through a victorious playoff season. Varsity defeated Molloy in the finals, while JV outbowled St. Francis Prep. Crusaders also took individual league awards: Anthony Mastroianni, ‘21, (Varsity—high average 213), Griffin Leibman, ‘20, (Varsity—high game 228), Joseph Ambrosino, ‘21, (JV—high average), and Michael Franke, ‘21, (JV—high game).

HSAA City Championship playoffs started strong with semi-final Cwins over Stepinac (Varsity) and Salesian (JV), but suffered losses in the finals to Lasalle.

he bowling team continues to be strong with the “Core of 2020,” Anthony Ciappetta, Griffin Leibman, and Matthew Sacktig, who In November 2018, T combined bowl an average of 170. Sophomore Anthony Mastroianni Sophomore Anthony lead the league by average for the second year in a row, while his Mastroianni, bowled IN SPORTS, YOU OFTEN HEAR, ‘NO classmates Joseph Ambrosino (159) and Michael Franke (156) lead his THIRD perfect EXCUSES.’ THE INVITATION TO GREATNESS the league average for JV. Freshmen Robert Gilfeather and Nick game of his young IS A CHALLENGE THAT SHOULD GO BEYOND DeFrancesco served as substitutes and show promise for the future. career!!! A CARD WE USE TO PRAY EACH MORNING. IT MUST BE LIVING… ‘NO EXCUSES’ hanks and good luck to our seniors this season: Riley Steiner, Jin WHEN IT COMES TO INTEGRITY.” TWoo, John Corcoran, and Francis Oliva. VERY REVEREND JOSEPH FONTI, ’84, PRESIDENT - RECTOR

33 INTERSCHOLASTIC & ATHLETIC NOTES

four years of commitment. As captain, senior Kevin Plut led the team by example and senior Francis Wisniewski made great improvement throughout the year.

TRACK AND FIELD In the spring of 2018, the boys finished the season with several athletes running their personal best times. Some additional highlights: Daniel Berhan, ’18, placed second in the 2-mile run at the Varsity Brooklyn and Queens Championships. Kevin Plut, ’19, finished fifth in the Steeplechase. The Sophomores tied for third in the Sophomore Brooklyn and Queens Championships. Some key contributors were Max Demarchi who was fifth in the 400-meter hurdles, Alex Lomas who was fifth in the mile, andA aron DeLeon who was third in the mile. Senior Jonathan DeSilvestri, ’19, threw his best throw (32-3.5) in the shot put. With up and coming young talent, the future looks BASEBALL CROSS COUNTRY bright for the 2019 outdoor season. The 2018 Baseball season baseball campaign In the CHSAA Intersectional B Championship was a successful one. With a young team, race, all runners who competed earned medals comprised of three seniors and one junior, the and serval ran new personal best times. Junior VARSITY BASKETBALL team made the playoffs but fell to Sacred Heart Aaron DeLeon finished 4th overall. Freshmen The Crusaders are excited for the upcoming in a tough playoff game after being up all Nicholas Abernethy and Santiago Pinzon season. Coach Naumann entering his 2nd year game. stepped up in the Varsity race to replace will have 3 returning starters . Captains Anthony key, injured runners. Thanks to our seniors for Leone, ‘19, Anthony Camastro, ’19, along with Coach Bode and his 2019 Crusaders will look to build on last season, with senior captain Anthony Camastro, ’19, leading the way. Juniors Anthony Ciappetta, ’20, Tim Bradford, ’20, John Mirrione, ’20, and Griffin Liebman, ’20, will be counted on for big years. Sophomores Patrick Rubi, ’21, Frank Camastro, ’21, and Joe Ambrosino, ’21, will be an important part of the starting lineup as well.

Looking forward to a great season! 34 INTERSCHOLASTIC & ATHLETIC NOTES INTERSCHOLASTIC & ATHLETIC NOTES

Matthew Smith, ‘19. Anthony Leone (3rd Team the opponent's ball handlers has been a huge the benefits of playing tough competition. All-Conference) is excited to show off all the boost. Camastro is the team's leading scorer. Signature wins over St. Dominic's, Portledge, work he put in over the summer. Camastro is Damiano Cottone,'22, provides outstanding and St. Edmund's have been great games. The looking to improve off last season, he will bring defense and leads the team in both assists and team is 1-1 in the league and is looking forward leadership and commitment. Matthew Smith steals. Swingman Bryan Flannery, '22, is a player to the rest of the League Schedule. Coaches will add toughness to our team which is lacking who scores consistently and provides highlight Joe Crimi, Walter Stark, and Chris Mahon, '16, the height. Juniors Menzo Tucker, ’20, and reel caliber plays. Zach Kisonas, '21, and Joe are happy with the progress the team has made David Crismali, ’20, will add explosiveness to Fitzgerald, '22, who leads the team in rebounding and realize there is a lot more to do to have this this offense that struggled at times last year in by a large margin, provide an inside presence. team perform at its best! scoring. Ronald Rodriguez, '21, provides energy and toughness as both a forward and guard. This is It will be no easy task this year. The Crusaders a deep team - forward JA Van Wallendael, '22, FORENSICS SPEECH & DEBATE added some newbies to their schedule. and Chris Chen, '21, provide good inside play, Cathedral Prep's Forensics (Speech) team Traveling to Molloy, St. Dominic's, Portledge, and while Manny Makayan, begins recruiting and preparing in September UNIS and feature some key home games vs. ’21, Vince Gallagher, and the competition goes from October until Holy Cross, Kellenberg, and Xaverian. It should '22, Blaise Kitel, '22, and April, usually every other Saturday. The team is be an interesting year. Matt Gallagher '22, have comprised of a nice mix of students from all 4 provided energy in the years. Each young man is given an opportunity backcourt. Coaches as long as each brings a desire, dedication, and JUNIOR VARSITY BASKETBALL are very excited about enthusiasm. With six tournaments completed, the return of Nick The Cathedral Prep Junior Varsity basketball sophomore Antonio Coyoc, ’21, has qualified for Guillen, '22, and expect team has gotten off to a very good start this the N.Y.S. Forensics Championships. Sophomore him to be a major season. The team has a great attitude and can David Cotrina, ’21, and freshman Tomasz contributor. light up the scoreboard and play lock-down Baginski, ’22, have earned half-qualifications man defense. The team is led by sophomores The team has played a for that competition as well. Coyoc and junior and co-captains Frank Camastro, '21, and very tough early season Eryk Baginski, ’20, (yes, they are brothers!) have Alex Chen, '21, who are the team's backcourt. schedule, and is reaping earned membership in the National Speech & Their ability to score consistently and guard Debate Association. Sophomore Peter Rao, ’21, junior Jasha Basila, ’20, and seniors Frank Oliva, ’19, and Rafael Silva, ’19, have all won advanced degrees in the N.S.D.A. A huge thank you goes out to our alumni judges: Antoine Haran, Patrice Legoute, Richard Cisneros, Michael Younan, Max Bogusz, and Rafael Borynski who allow us to compete by volunteering their time on Saturdays. Last year, four members qualified for the N.Y.S. Championships, and Peter Rao just missed advancing to the semi-final round in Declamation. This season we hope to add to the number who make the championships, which will be held at Hofstra University, April 6-7, 2019.

35 VOCATION STORIES

Joseph, Come and Follow Me No Wind, Earthquake or Fire – Just a Silent Pull From "The Tablet" March 28, 2018 From "The Tablet" February 21, 2018 by Michael Francis Falce, Cathedral Prep Class of 2010 When I was in the seventh grade at Immaculate Heart of Mary (IHM) School, Kensington, I told my parish priest, Msgr. Gerry Langelier: “I want to be like you.” “THEN THE LORD said: Go out and stand on the mountain before the Lord; the Lord will pass by. There was a strong and violent wind rending the mountains and crushing rocks before the Lord – but the Lord was not in the wind; after the wind, Like many of the boys at IHM, I admired him – he was a positive, prayerful and joyful priest who generously served the an earthquake – but the Lord was not in the earthquake; after the earthquake, fire – but the Lord was not in the fire; after families of our neighborhood. the fire, a light silent sound.” (1 Kings 19:11-12) Great Impression As I reflect upon my own vocation story during this diocesan year of vocations, I have to say that it’s quite simple. Some Being one of his altar boys (he was the moderator) I had the privilege of seeing him “up close.” His reverence and love for vocation stories are these dramatic events involving wind, fire and earthquakes causing individuals to stop dead in their the Eucharist as well as his attentiveness to the people of the parish made a great impression on me, so much so that I tracks and follow the call of the Lord. heard in and through his priesthood the voice of Jesus say to me: “Joseph, Come and Follow Me.” Mine is a simple, and yet, profound call from the Lord Himself during my youth. It was a silent pull that gradually increased. Taking my early interest in the priesthood seriously, he told me about Cathedral Prep Seminary, then located in Brooklyn. The beauty of vocation is that God calls us as we are, in whatever situation we are in, and gives us the grace necessary Eager to visit, he brought me to an Open House a few weeks later, and I enrolled the following year. for the journey. While I would do it all over again, entering a formation program at a young age was no easier path to the altar. I still had As far back as I can remember, all I ever wanted to be was a priest. It was an identity for which I eagerly longed. But as I to grow and develop. came to learn, it’s not something that just happens from time spent in a classroom; instead, it’s achieved over time, through entering more deeply into our journey of faith with Christ during the many necessary years of seminary formation. I am Facing the challenges and difficulties of adolescence is never easy – handling them as a seminarian brought me added grateful to the constant love and support of my parents, and for their patience and devotion as I journey during this time of pressure. Cathedral Prep taught me the importance and power of prayer. I also learned during my time of youthful formation seminary formation. I am also appreciative of the many priests of the diocese who continue to encourage me, and give me how to openly and honestly share my feelings and experiences in life with a spiritual director. My happiness and success in examples every day of the joy of priesthood, lived out in their ministries. the seminary and in the priesthood has been because of prayer and spiritual direction. Growing up in an Italian-American family in Glendale, the Church and our faith were very important to us and were instilled A ‘Village’ of Support in my brother and me from an early age. Every Sunday, we went to Mass at our parish church, St. Pancras in Glendale, which I owe a great deal of debt to those who encouraged my vocation at a young age: my parents (especially the faith witness of became a second home to me. I grew up with a parish family that was not only very supportive of me as I was attending my mother) and siblings, my friends who never made me feel awkward about wanting to be a priest and my parish, which the grade school, but also had a deep respect for my family. When I was older, I became an altar server, where this desire spiritually adopted me from day one. to become a priest bloomed. It was through the times that I spent serving at the altar that I felt so close to God. It made It has been said, “It takes a village.” I am a firm believer that for men to be formed as healthy, happy and holy priests, “It me want to learn more and more about the faith and to explore what these feelings were – ultimately, this longing for God. takes a parish.” After graduating from the parish school, I was encouraged to consider attending Cathedral Preparatory Seminary in Living the priesthood has been like having “box seats” in the stadium of life. Elmhurst. This was one of the greatest decisions I made because it was in my time there that I grew profoundly in my relationship with the Lord. The opportunity to receive the Eucharist each day, paired with a deep learning of the faith and the example of the fine priests assigned there, as well the lay faculty, was encouraging and formative for me. I recall thinking Father Fonti is the rector of Cathedral Prep and Seminary High School and the director of the diocese’s Priestly Ministry Program. that if God were truly calling me, and I were to continue straight through, ordination would be 12 or 13 long years away. How daunting it seemed! Yet in my own mind, I thought I had it all figured out. I was very wrong. As I came to find out, God put many experiences in my life that would challenge me and help me to grow. In our lives we may feel as if God is abandoning us at times, but Peter Munoz, Class of 2018. in fact, these places of emptiness are overflowing with the presence of God. During my entire journey, it has been a true metanoia; a profound change in my life so that I could continually welcome the Lord into my heart each day. If I could give advice to someone discerning where they are with God in their lives, and ultimately what they feel called to "Sometimes you don't fully realize how great your school is until you move on. In my first do, I would say to draw close to the Lord each day in prayer. In everything that we do, may Christ be included in our lives. month of college I am finding that I understand many concepts with which my classmates Don’t exclude Him, but rather welcome Him into the equation. We must always keep in mind that God is merciful and full are struggling. In most cases this is because I already studied and mastered such things at of compassion. Talk to Him. Let Him know the desires of your heart. By doing this, we grow closer to the Lord who will heal Cathedral Prep." us and free us to live the life that He is calling us to.

Peter is currently at Stony Brook University. TESTIMONIAL Falce, a parishioner of St. Pancras, Glendale, is studying to be a priest of the Brooklyn Diocese.

36 IN MEMORIAM

The Tablet - June 6, 2018, By Ed Wilkinson The Tablet - August 29, 2018 Bill Flynn Was One of Cathedral Prep’s Men of Greatness Msgr. Feldhaus Was the Diocese’s Oldest Priest n spite of all the legal reservations that some people Mass of Christian Burial for Msgr. Eugene A. Feldhaus, have about Facebook, I must admit that I get a lot a retired priest of the diocese, was celebrated at I of news from it. the Immaculate Conception Center in Douglaston, Over last weekend, I learned of the death of Bill Flynn, the Aug.A 27. He died Aug. 21 at the Bishop Mugavero Residence, former chairman of the board and CEO of Mutual of America, Douglaston. He turned 98 years old last month and was the who was active in Irish-American activities. He was 92 when he oldest priest in the diocese. passed away on Saturday, June 2. Born in College Point, he attended Cathedral College, Fort The son of Irish immigrants, Bill was born and raised in St. Greene; Immaculate Conception Seminary, Huntington, L.I. Gabriel’s parish, East Elmhurst. He attended Cathedral Prep and St. John’s University, Jamaica. He was ordained to the and College in Brooklyn and went on to study for the priesthood priesthood by Bishop Thomas E. Molloy on June 15, 1946 at at Immaculate Conception Seminary, Huntington. But he St. James Pro-Cathedral, Downtown Brooklyn. He served as realized that his call did not lie in the ordained priesthood and in 1953, he married Peggy. The marriage lasted 65 years and an assistant at St. Peter and Paul, Williamsburg, 1946, and St. she survives him along with two children, Maureen Flynn Welsh Hugh, Huntington Station, L.I., 1947. and William K. Flynn. He was predeceased by two other children. In September, 1947, he was appointed to the faculty at Cathedral College, Brooklyn, Bill was a towering figure in helping gain a ceasefire in Northern Ireland and cessation of and then Cathedral College in Douglaston, 1967-76. He taught English and speech, and hostile activities between the IRA and British forces. He was a realistic, tough businessman moderated the St. Thomas More Society. He also served on the faculty of St. Joseph College that existed behind a kind and gentle demeanor. for Women, Clinton Hill, 1948-53. For 25 years, he served as pastor of St. Gregory the Great, He never forgot where he came from. He never forgot his days at Cathedral College, which Bellerose, 1976-91. at that time, was located at the corner of Atlantic and Washington aves. in Brooklyn. His In retirement, he lived in residence at St. Gerard Majella, Hollis, 1991-2005, and Incarnation, classmates included the former Brooklyn Auxiliary Bishop John Snyder, now the retired Bishop Queens Village, 2005-08, until he moved to the Bishop Mugavero Residence. He was named of St. Augustine, Fla.; and other noted Brooklyn priests, Msgr. George Deas, and the late a monsignor in 1982. Auxiliary Bishop Raymond F. Chappetto was the main celebrant of the Father John Fecher and Father Robert Kennedy. funeral Mass. Special concelebrants included Msgr. Frank Caldwell of Cure of Ars parish, “He would recall with great fondness his days at Cathedral,” said Father Joseph Fonti, the Merrick, L.I., who preached the homily; Msgrs. Fernando Ferrarese and Steven Ferrari; and current rector of Cathedral Prep and Seminary, Elmhurst. “He was always grateful to the Fathers Joseph Cunningham and James Tighe. priests who made up the bulk of the faculty that gave him the foundation that made him successful in business.” “He was like a second father to me and many priests who were his students at the college seminary,” said Msgr. Ferrari, pastor of St. Teresa, Woodside, who preached at the Mass Father Fonti said Bill Flynn had a great reverence for the priesthood and remained generous of Transferal. He remembered Msgr. Feldhaus as someone who was interested in and to his alma mater. In 1999, he was the first layman to receive the school’s Immaculata concerned about each person he met. “As my, and many others’ spiritual director and Award, the highest honor given annually to a priest and lay alumnus. Cardinal Anthony mentor, he was ‘alter Christus’ – another Christ to us. He was prayerful and he loved the Lord Bevilacqua was the clergy recipient. Jesus,” Msgr. Ferrari said. Cathedral’s Yearbook entry noted: “Bill Flynn and Frank Byrnes are our business executives. The way they’ve managed the finances of the Gargoyle and Annual puts them in line for Msgr. Feldhaus is survived by four generations of nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, some sort of Treasury post or other.” Little could they have known the heights Bill’s business donations to Catholic Charities in Msgr. Feldhaus’ name would be appreciated by his family. acumen would take him! Burial was in St. John’s Cemetery, Middle Village. Among the many honors bestowed upon Bill was the privilege of being grand marshal of New York’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade in 1994. On the eve of the big parade, he toured the city stopping at many functions, but he made time to visit the Brooklyn St. Vincent de Paul Society’s fundraiser at the South Street Seaport. If you read my own Facebook posting last weekend, you already know that Sheila and I Remember your leaders, attended Father John Vesey’s Mass in thanksgiving for his 50 years of priesthood. The liturgy lasted two hours and 15 minutes and was conducted in five different languages. Afterwards, who spoke the word a reception for family and parishioners was held in the parish auditorium. Interesting that Father Vesey, who served with Maryknoll in China for 10 years, invited his of God to you… former bishop, Archbishop Paul Pei, to attend and preach at his anniversary Mass, but the Chinese government would not allow him to leave the country. imitate their faith.” TESTIMONIAL [Hebrews 13:7]

37 FRIEL GOLF OUTING

n Thursday, September 13, 2018, the 4th Annual OPeter J. Friel Memorial Golf Outing was held at Blue Hill Golf Course. This year’s event raised over $29,000 in support the Peter J. Friel, Brooklyn Class of 1978, Memorial Scholarship Fund. Cathedral was a major influence in Pete's life and he was faithful and exemplified Cathedral’s mission. The Peter J. Friel Memorial Scholarship is awarded each year to students whom best emulates the characteristics Peter himself demonstrated. We would like to thank the Friel family and friends for their tremendous support.

Event Sponsor Donations Glenn Finn Robert Andersen, ’78 James Boland, ‘78 Putting Contest Sponsor Mrs. Ilda Canton - Award Winner Corp. Margaret & Danny Friel, ‘73 James Doyle Falvey Insurance Breakfast/Dinner Sponsor Andrew & Michael Finn In Loving Memory of our Beloved Friel Family, Brian Faughnan Meenagran, Frosses, County Donegal Paul Friel, ’85 Mary Beth Friel Michael McGrann, ‘75 Very Rev. Elias Lorenzo, ’78 Stephen Luongo Corporate Sponsors/ Mac Nadel Tee Box Sponsors: Fran Mangano & Family 558 East Market Street Corp. Steven Paulsen, ’78 Allianz Global Corp. & Specialty Patricia Shand B. G. Electric Linda Canton Corporate Donors: Chubb Verizon Raymond Courtien, ‘72 Buffalo Bills Franchino Agency, Inc. NY Jets Laura Friel NY Giants Glass Gardens, Inc. NY Red Bulls Christopher Loder Metalan Corp. Mangano & Rella Family Trader Joe’s In Memory of Jerry Mangano Wegmans In Memory of Bernard McCahill Cape Cod Winery – Sponsored by Susan McCahill Wölffer Estates Vineyard Markel Otterbox Maureen’s Jazz Cellar Navigators Robert Ryan Francis Scahill, ’76 ShopRite of Pearl River Starr Marine Sullivan Financial Group, Inc. Swiss Re Michael Whalen Thank You

38 SCHOOL EVENTS

Mother’s Event On Sunday, April 15, 2018, Cathedral Prep celebrated an early Mother’s Day with a Mass and brunch. At Mass, Father Fonti spoke about the special relationship a mother has with her child. After brunch each student presented his mother with an image of Our Lady of Perpetual Help, with Jesus in His mother’s arms. We thank all mothers and students who joined us for this event.

Cathedral Prep Fathers & Dads Come Together On Thursday, February 15th, our Cathedral Fathers, Frs. Fonti, Lee, & Bethge, hosted an evening for our Cathedral Dads, some of whom are “Crusaders” themselves. Celebrating the gift of fatherhood, our Fathers and Dads shared a meal together, listened to a conference on masculine spirituality given by Dr. Phil Franco, and ended the evening watching the Ranger/ Islander game.

Grateful graduates return to our Thanksgiving Day Mass and breakfast… out of love for their Alma Mater. Our brotherhood never graduates.

39 Cathedral Preps for Its Conor Gallagher, Class of 2012 Summer of Greatness From "The Tablet" June 6, 2018, By Deacon Philip Franco “If given the opportunity to go back 11 years and go through the high school decision process again, I'd 100% While many thousands of teens in the Diocese of Brooklyn will spend a portion of choose Cathedral again.” their summer descending upon the famed Queens Center Mall on Queens Boulevard, some will go just a few steps further. A few steps further toward greatness … Conor is a graduate student at Molloy College preparing to become a nurse. Just behind the mall sits the hidden gem of the Diocese of Brooklyn: Cathedral Prep and Seminary. For over 100 years, young men have been formed intellectually and TESTIMONIAL spiritually in this small powerhouse of faith and education. The senior class that just departed the beloved school earned more than $9 million in college scholarships as they will now take what they have learned to prestigious universities all over the nation. While they move on with the gift of Cathedral formation and memories, many other young men will be setting foot in Cathedral for the first time. That is because each year, young men entering grades seven and eight enjoy the unique experience of the Father Troike Leadership Program, now running at Cathedral Prep for more than 50 years. The summer program, which begins on July 5, is a blend of academics, and preparation for high school and the TACHS exam. Add to this a generous helping of sports, activities, games and brotherhood, and you have a one-of-a kind program that is very popular with the young men who attend. Of course, it would not be Cathedral without a strong Catholic identity and an optional daily Mass as well. Neither summer camp nor summer school, the Father Troike Program encourages young men toward leadership and greatness through service, intellectual formation, prayer and fraternity. There is something for every young man who attends. Extremely affordable at only $500 for the entire month of July (July 5-27), Troike offers young men an invaluable glimpse of high school life and academics, helps them to meet new friends, and introduces them to Catholic leadership skills and spirituality. The high number of current Cathedral students who volunteer to work in the program demonstrates the positive effect this great summer program continues to have. Having attended and now aged out of the program, these current high school students love the program so much, they return as counselors each year. Anthony Leone will be a senior in September, and he credits the Troike program with his love for Cathedral as well as his success in high school. “The Troike program was the building block of my love for Cathedral,” he said. “The Program made me a better man in the classroom, on the sports field and in the chapel. It began my journey in becoming a man for greatness.” Anthony is one of the men who give back as a counselor. Mark Grogan, Class of 1992 For more information about the summer program, which is filling up quickly, call 718-592-6800, ext. 137. Space is limited, but the potential for greatness is not! Congratulations to Cathedral Prep! A wonderful place where young boys are formed into men of greatness! Truly the finest education, that I have ______had the pleasure of receiving. There is not a day that goes by that I do not Deacon Franco is a member of the faculty at Cathedral Prep and Seminary. use what I was taught inside the walls of Cathedral! TESTIMONIAL

40 Future Priests Get Together To Pray and Play Ball From "The Tablet" November 7, 2018, By Jorge I. Dominguez-Lopez On the Feast of All Saints, Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio brought together seminarians of all levels to pray and play in fellowship. (Photo: Jorge I. Dominguez-Lopez) More than 200 students from all levels of seminary formation celebrated the Inter-Seminary Day of Prayer and Fellowship Nov. 1 at the Immaculate Conception Center in Douglaston. The day started with a Mass celebrated by Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio. The bishop initiated this celebration with seminarians last year to get “them all together to celebrate the Feast of All Saints.” He also wanted them to “know one another, play some sports and activities, and get to see the grounds.” “This is my first year in the seminary and today is one big family reunion. We join our houses to make one. There is no difference — we are all family,” said Patrice Legoute. He studied at Cathedral Preparatory School and Seminary, Elmhurst, from which he graduated last year. It was the first time he saw many of his old friends. “Being able to spend time with all of my brothers — is an excellent day,” he said. “I say to them, in the silence of your heart, listen to God’s call.”

Heroism vs. Holiness During his homily, the bishop told to the seminarians that the priestly vocation is a call to holiness. He told them that we sometimes considered saints to be heroes, but that there is a difference between heroism and holiness. “Heroism is instinctive. When we see something is wrong, we try to help. It is instinctive … How we compare that to holiness? What is the difference? … Holiness is not instinctive. We have to learn it. We have to work at it because holiness is trying to recreate the divine image in our lives, the divine image that somehow has been smudged by sin.” After Mass, the seminarians had breakfast and the rest of the day was a continuous friendly competition of football, basketball and soccer. “Today is our second annual inter-seminary day with Bishop DiMarzio and it is an opportunity to be with the seminarians who are at the high school, college, and theology level,” said Father Sean Suckiel, diocesan vocations director. “It is a day to be together, a day to build fraternity, and a day to support one another in our vocations.” The students came from St. Joseph’s Seminary, Dunwoodie; the Cathedral Seminary House of Formation, Douglaston, and Cathedral Preparatory School and Seminary, East Elmhurst. This time, a new group came to the gathering: 12 seminarians from the Redemptoris Mater Seminary, the new seminary of Neo-catechumenal Way created in the Diocese of Brooklyn this year. “I am in the Redemptorist Mater House of Formation and this my first year in the seminary,” Marcos Daniel Gonzalez said. “I feel great to be here and to be called. I see it as an election — God loved me so much that he elected me. He saw my poverty and my sins but he chose me to begin this mission.” Talking about the current crisis caused by the sins of some priests, Father Suckiel acknowledged that, “The difficult times the Church is facing right now is definitely having an impact on vocations and it should.” “Our young people should be aware of what is truly happening. This is also a time for these men to respond because we need good men, we need good holy men,” he said.

41 UPGRADES & NEW ADDITIONS TO OUR BUILDING

lways "moving and improving," Cathedral Prep had a very busy summer. As Astudents return, we showcase a newly refurbished Blessed Virgin Mary, mother of our house, both inside and outside of the building. A bust of Cathedral's founding Bishop McDonnell (Bishop of Brooklyn 1892-1921) returns home to the Prep. New glass safety doors installed in our lobby for extra security and the unveiling of a state of the art STEM Lab for our students and teachers.

Pathway to Prosperity and Promise ur Statue of Mary, located in Ofront of the school on 92nd Street, was recently cleaned and refurbished. As part of this project, a 350 brick walkway was placed around the statue. Cathedral Prep is offering brick engraving opportunities to all, especially alumni. Consider honoring or memorializing a loved one, a Cathedral memory, or faculty member. his is your opportunity to be a Tpermanent part of the future of Cathedral. It is also a special way to keep memories alive. The funds raised will go to our Education Endowment Fund to keep Cathedral strong for her next 100 years. lease call the Alumni and PDevelopment Office at 718-592-6800 ext. 120.

42 WAYS TO GIVE & PLANNED GIVING

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Thursday, February 28, 2019 Brotherhood Event @ Belle Harbor Yacht Club Saturday, March 30, 2019 6th Annual Bishop Catanello Memorial Mass & Dinner @ Douglaston Saturday, May 4, 2019 21st Annual Alumni Reunion & Immaculata Award Dinner @ Cathedral Prep Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Senior - Alumni Luncheon @ Cathedral Prep Thursday, May 23, 2019 Graduation Ceremony @ St. James Cathedral-Basilica, Brooklyn Thursday, June 20, 2019 26th Annual Golf Classic @ North Hills County Club Thursday, September 19, 2019 3rd Annual The Players Club Event @ The Players Club, NYC Cathedral Alumni Basketball League All alumni are welcome to play, please call the alumni office to join a team!

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