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Brother Jubilarians 2013 Brother Jubilarians 2013 Br. Michael Andrejko, FSC Principal St. John’s College High School - Washington, DC Brother Mike is a proud Pittsburgher whose life was deeply influenced by the Brothers he met at Central Catholic and other places. He entered the Brothers at Jeremy House in 1988, with his habit-taking at La Salle University a month later. Br. Mike drew La Salle College HS (1990-92) as his first assignment, followed by a year at St. Gabriel’s Hall. After his novitiate year at Skaneateles (NY), he returned to teach at St. Gabe’s for two years and then moved to St. John’s (Washington; 1996- 2000). The Brothers have consistently noted Br. Mike’s approachability, and Superiors soon noticed his talent for administration. He thus became the Vice Principal at West Catholic HS for seven years beginning in 2000. The next three years were at Central Catholic to do campus ministry there, but he would return to the Nation’s Capital as the Principal of St. John’s begin- ning in 2010, a post he still holds. In so many locales he has led students on community service trips. Hobbies include hiking, biking, and traveling. Happy 25th, Br. Mike! A favorite quote, from an unknown author, consists of six sentences beginning with “Some persons choose to spend their lives sharing in a human project more enduring than themselves….” -Remarks written by Br. Joseph Grabenstein, FSC 25 Years Br. Kevin Junk, FSC Special Projects Christian Brothers Center - Narragansett, RI Kevin is one of the kindest and most caring persons that I have ever met. He is kind and con- siderate in so many special and sometimes unique ways. While we worked together at La Salle Academy he became beloved by the many Alumni whose lives he touched by his presence in their lives and his will- ingness to go the extra mile in being present to them during the difficult times in their lives as well as the celebratory times. Kevin was present through notes and cards that he created and were received by so many Alums and friends. I first met Kevin during the summer of 1984 when I was assigned to District service and became a member of the Cottage Community. Kevin, a graduate of Marquette University, had recently ended his long and storied career in the United States Navy and became a member of the then LINE District Initial Formation program. I have lived and/or worked with Kevin for close to 15 years and I have lived to talk about it. That’s no small feat if you have lived or worked with Kevin. Kevin and I attended a function at a Banquet Hall on Goat Island in New- port on a particularly stormy and windy evening. When we headed for our car in darkness and a heavy wind driven rain it was apparent that driving would not be a fun experience. However, Kevin gave it new meaning. As we pulled out of our parking space I mentioned to Kevin, “Have you noticed that it’s raining heavi- ly? You might think of putting on the windshield wipers. And as we crossed the bridge from Goat Island I mentioned, “have you noticed that it is dark out there?” “You might consider turning on the headlights! “ Kevin drove his usual speed and I had a white-knuckle experience never to be forgotten. I saw how he touched lives as a young Brother both at La Salle and Saint Raphael Academy, teaching English, coaching Tennis and I saw so clearly and evidently his work in the Alumni Office at La Salle. Kevin was frequently at the bedside of Alums during times of illness and final moments. He is the ever-pres- ent Brother in full habit at countless wakes and funerals. He has prayed with the dying at their bedside. His love is evident and real. His concern is genuine and heartfelt. So many have commented to me over the years how comforting Kevin’s presence and devotion has meant to them during times of stress and loss. We are all blessed Kevin by your many gifts, kindness and friendship. -Excerpts from remarks given by Br. Michael McKenery, FSC 25 Years Br. Thomas Casey, FSC Executive Director The De La Salle School - Freeport, NY Thomas Patrick Casey was born in the same year that De La Salle was proclaimed the Patron of Teachers… This upstate New Yorker met the Broth- ers at Manhattan College from which he graduated with a BA in Math in 1972… He has subsequently studied Computer Literacy, Spanish, Special Educa- tion, Lasallian Studies, and Educational Leadership at a variety of institutions of higher learning, all assisting him in his profes- sional work at Bishop Loughlin, La Salle Military Academy, and St. Raphael Academy as teacher, vice-principal, and principal - and as the Founder and currently the Executive Director of The De La Salle School in Freeport Long Island… He has given birth to this San Miguel School and he has nurtured it through these 12 formative years, and all are ready for the school’s upcoming teenage years… Thomas continually works to have Brothers consider The De La Salle School for their own future ministry, so Brothers, beware today!… This extremely well-organized Brother is an outstanding Chair of our District’s Vocation Promotion Committee… I lived with Thomas in Brooklyn, when he applied for Final Vows… Our community then wrote, in part, “Thomas witnesses what he believes.” … Meanwhile, a friend of his succinctly has said, “He thinks for himself, lets his thoughts be known, and can stand alone when he must.” What an exceptional tribute to this man of uncommon integrity…As essential as the ministry is for our Jubilarian, he has also been an exceptional Brother in community and in the chapel. This Community Director lives our life with conviction and enthusiasm, even if, on some occasions, in the middle of an afternoon meeting, he has to catch up with a short cat nap... 63 years after DLS was named Patron of teachers, and 12 years since your founding of this San Miguel school on LI named in his honor, we are happy to celebrate you, Brother Thomas Patrick Casey for 40 years of commitment to our life and our work… I conclude with the words from the Call to Brotherhood Award which you were nominated for ten years ago: “A Brother who stands with the powerless, the dispossessed, the broken and the alienated… By his very being, he is a witness to the Good News of the gospel of Jesus.” As your fellow Jubi- larian, Edward, would say… AMEN. -Remarks given by Br. Dennis Lee, FSC 40 Years Br. Edward Koronkiewicz, FSC Associate Registrar La Salle Univerisity - Philadelphia, PA Brother Ed exerts a low-key but highly contributive presence wherever he has resided during his 40 years. He entered Jeremy House in June 1973 and received the Robe a month later at La Salle University. Teaching social studies and religion at Bishop Walsh was his first assign- ment, followed by the Skaneateles (NY) novitiate (1978-79). The next nine years were at Archbishop Carroll HS (Radnor) where he taught those subjects and earned the respect of the student body as the Dean of Students. (Ask him about his dealings there with a young student—and future actor--named Will Smith.) For a dozen years (1988- 2000), Br. Ed returned to alma mater West Catholic, teaching math and serving as the Vice Principal that first year, and then assistant principal for academic affairs (and teaching) for the remainder. All of this experience bolstered his resume during his process of becoming the associate registrar at La Salle University in 2000, a post where he still diligently serves. Over the decades, if his home base community has been or is “cookless” on any given evening, you might find Br. Ed working the oven that day to feed his hungry confreres. -Remarks written by Br. Joseph Grabenstein, FSC 40 Years Br. Dennis Malloy, FSC Visitor District of Eastern North America - Eatontown, NJ What can be said about a man who has won the respect—and often, admiration—of so many? His recent reelection as Provincial for DENA is eloquent testimony that so many Brothers are comfortable with his vision and leadership. This Cumberland (MD) native graduated from Bishop Walsh HS in 1970 and entered the Institute during tumultuous days (1973) but steadily rose through the ranks, confident in the future. His novitiate in Windsor (1976-1977) was sandwiched between stints as a prefect for youngsters at St. Gabriel’s Hall. In 1980, Brother Den- nis transitioned to West Catholic and taught there for three years, followed by two years to attain an M.S.W. from Catholic University. He was the director for group living of the St. Gabriel’s System (1985-89). Not many Brothers could balance the leadership of De La Salle Vocational School (Bensalem) for eleven years (1989-2000) with the directorship of Jeremy House for much of that time (1996-2001). In 2000 he was the Executive Director of the entire St. Gabriel’s System until 2007 when his Brothers needed his pastoral and administrative skills at the District level. Br. Den- nis thus became the final Visitor of the Legacy Baltimore District (2007- 2009). As DENA was being created in 2009, Br. Dennis emerged from the election--repeated in the balloting just a few months ago—as the Brothers’ choice. Here is a man who rarely gets quality time for himself, preferring instead to share his interest and zeal for any Brother, any ministry, or any person who needs a listening ear or thoughtful advice.
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