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ORLANDO DIOCESE PALM BEACH DIOCESE VENICE DIOCESE

Healing for Sri Lankans A sister’s vocation Marian devotion Jean Vanier, who changed lives of intellectually disabled, dies

MICHAEL SWAN believing in God, but of believing cated to people with intellectual Catholic News Service in human beings, believing in our- disabilities began. With Raphael selves, and seeing people as God Simi and Philippe Seux, two for- TORONTO | Jean Vanier, 90, sees them.” merly institutionalized men, Vanier founder of L’Arche communities That means not relating to them established the first L’Arche (“The and co-founder of Faith and Light, from a sense of power, even if that Ark”) community in an unheated, died May 7. Vanier had been suffer- power comes from generosity. tumbledown stone house at Trosly- ing from cancer and was assisted at “Generosity is something that is Breuil, north of Paris, in 1964. a L’Arche facility in Paris. good,” Vanier said. “When we have Speaking to The Catholic Register Vanier permanently changed more wealth, resources and time, last year, Vanier seemed still sur- the fate of intellectually disabled we want to succor those in need, prised that this precarious experi- people everywhere by demonstrat- and that’s good. But behind gener- ment had grown to 147 communi- ing how the care of a community osity is a notion of power. Generos- ties operating in 35 countries for could open lives to meaning, joy, ity must flow into an encounter. We the benefit of approximately 10,000 hope and trust — not just the lives must meet people. It’s not a ques- core members — the intellectually of the disabled, but the lives also of tion of doing for, but of listening to disabled people who form the core those who live with them and care their stories.” of every L’Arche community are for them. Over the past year, Vanier The son of George Vanier, former called “core members.” gradually entered into the sort of governor general of Canada, and “I began in a rather dilapidated frailty and weakness natural to his Pauline Archer, whose cause for house. I didn’t realize it was some- Jean Vanier, founder of the L’Arche communities, is pictured in a age, before entering palliative care sainthood as a couple remains ac- thing rather new,” Vanier said in an March 3, 2011, photo. (COURTESY JEAN VANIER ASSOCIATION | CNS) in France in April. tive, Vanier was educated at board- April 2018 interview. “What I really In L’Arche communities, the dis- ing schools in England, France and see is the hand of God. Doors start- under the guidance of Father Henri of people who could never read his abled residents are seen as the “core Canada. It was in northern France ed opening. Money started com- Nouwen, the Dutch-born theo- books and cared nothing about all members,” and treated as individu- where he first visited psychiatric ing. It was just the hand of God, as logian who lived several years at his academic accomplishments. als, with respect and love, and non- hospitals, and met institutionalized if somewhere the pain of God was L’Arche Daybreak in Ontario. “Living with people with dis- disabled and disabled residents men with intellectual disabilities somewhere that the littlest people, Over the years, Vanier was trans- abilities is so simple. You have fun alike learn to live together. who were brutalized and neglected. the weakest people were being re- formed by his own movement. together,” he said. “They’re not “Our danger is to see what is One of these men asked Vanier, jected.” From the tall, reserved, conserva- intellectual people. They’re not broken in a person, what is nega- “Will you be my friend?” From that L’Arche’s embrace of multicul- tive and serious Catholic and for- people who are going to have big tive, and not to see the person,” said moment, the international L’Arche turalism and interfaith communi- mer naval officer, he became the discussions about finance, politics, Vanier. “It’s not just a question of movement of communities dedi- ties began in Canada, particularly grandfatherly, twinkle-eyed friend philosophy. They like to have fun.” n Pope Francis says study on women deacons was inconclusive

CINDY WOODEN flying with him from North Mace- the church from including women However, the pope had prom- “He was a virtuous man and for Catholic News Service donia to Rome May 7. among permanent deacons, as was ised to set up the commission, and this reason, the church beatified After the six men and six women the case in the primitive church? two of the scholars said in January him,” Pope Francis said. “But at a ABOARD THE PAPAL FLIGHT scholars on the commission fin- Why not constitute an official com- that they had completed their work. certain point in the canonization FROM NORTH MACEDONIA | ished their work, he said, there was mission to study the matter?” The pope did not tell reporters what process, there were points that The commission Pope Francis ap- “some agreement,” but not on the The pope had told the sisters steps, if any, would come next. hadn’t been clarified, historical pointed to study the history and crucial question of whether women that his understanding was that the While on the flight, the pope points. ... I asked for advice, and I identity of women deacons did not were ordained or solemnly blessed women described as deaconesses took a question concerning the saw that I needed to ask for help reach a unanimous conclusion like abbesses are. “Some say there in the New Testament were not or- ongoing Catholic-Serbian Ortho- from (Serbian Orthodox Patriarch) about whether deaconesses in the are doubts,” the pope said. “Well, dained like permanent deacons dox tensions over the sainthood Irinej.” early church were “ordained” or then, let’s study some more. I don’t are. Mainly, he had said, it appeared cause of Blessed Alojzije Stepinac, Together the Vatican and the formally “blessed,” the pope said. have a problem with that.” that they assisted with the baptism archbishop of Zagreb from 1937 to patriarch set up a commission to “What is fundamental is that At a May 2016 meeting with the by immersion of other women, with 1960. Cardinal Stepinac remains a study Blessed Stepinac because “for there was no certainty that there women’s International Union of Su- anointing women and with giving national hero for Croats, but not for Irinej and for me, the only concern was an ordination with the same periors General, leaders of women’s witness on behalf of women seek- many Serbian Orthodox and some was for the truth,” the pope said. form and same aim as the ordina- religious orders, one of them had ing a dissolution of their marriage Jewish groups, who have accused “What good is a decree of sainthood tion of men,” the pope told reporters asked the pope, “What prevents because their husbands beat them. him of being a Nazi sympathizer. if the truth is not clear?” n WWW.THEFLORIDACATHOLIC.ORG | May 10-23, 2019 FLORIDACatholic ORLANDO DIOCESE EASTER BOMBING IN SRI LANKA Local interfaith service memorializes those lost GLENDA MEEKINS “Even in Sri Lanka, we all lived of the Florida Catholic staff together. We did not have any mis- understanding,” he said. “I am not ORLANDO | It was some time blaming everybody. This is a very before midnight Holy Saturday small group.” when Percy Fonseka, a native Sri Sri Lanka has suffered from Lankan and parishioner of Holy strife, including a 26-year civil war Family Parish in Orlando, received that ended in 2009 with 100,000 the text, “There’s been a blast.” deaths. Fonseka and his eldest son Although almost 10,000 miles came to the United States in 1998 separated Fonseka from his native “for safety and security.” country, it only took five minutes “We do not need anymore of this. for the news about bombs that tore Enough is enough. Our country through towns in Sri Lanka to arrive can’t take another thing like this,” to his phone. The text came from a Fonseka said somberly. “We can live friend who served with him in the together. We need peace. It does not military. Although the first text was have to come at such a cost.” a shock, a second text shortly fol- To assuage his grief and that of lowed, and it was harrowing: “It is his people, Fonseka sought out his not a blast; it is an attack.” pastor, Father John Giel, asking him “I was so shocked. I could not be- if an interfaith service could be of- lieve it,” Fonseka recalled. “I called fered to honor those who perished other colleagues and family to find and offer healing for those grieving. out what was going on. While we The idea was “warmly welcomed,” were on the phone, more calls and Fonseka said. radio messages started coming in.” Noelani Parys, a fellow Holy It was around 9 a.m. Easter Sun- Family parishioner and Sri Lankan, Police officials look over the scene after a bombing at St. Sebastian Church near Negombo, Sri Lanka, day in Sri Lanka when eight bombs helped Fonseka organize the ser- April 21, 2019. Some 253 people were killed and hundreds more injured on Easter Sunday in Sri Lanka exploded in three churches and vice. Her father, who is in Colombo, when attackers unleashed an apparently coordinated series of bombings that simultaneously targeted three luxury hotels in the capital of alerted her of the bombing Holy Sat- Christian churches and luxury hotels. (REUTERS | CNS) Colombo, and the cities of Negom- urday night. Parys began frantically bo and Batticaloa. Fonseka stayed calling to make sure her family in As he witnessed members of the up all night watching the horror Negombo and Colombo were safe. Islamic Center sit with members of as it developed half a world away. Although no one in her immedi- others faiths, Imam Rasheed noted The bombs injured more than 500 ate family suffered, she has friends how on the same street where Holy and killed 253 people, including who lost loved ones. She agreed Family is located, there is a Hindu the wife and daughter of Fonseka’s with Fonseka that the service could temple, a synagogue, a mosque, relative. The husband and father offer “healing, because everyone and many other churches – living had just dropped his wife and was devastated.” The interfaith ser- together for many years in peace. daughter at the entrance of St. Se- vice was held at Holy Family Parish “If we have love, we should share bastian Church near Negombo and in Orlando April 27. The gathering love. If we have compassion toward was headed to park his car when he was an opportunity for people of people, no matter what they’ve heard his daughter call out, “Come all faiths to share their grief and done to us, we should continue to fast. Come fast.” Then the blast understand that there should be no be compassionate to the people,” went off, killing them both. Another hatred against the perpetrators. the imam said. “We will do this ir- school friend of Fonseka’s lost a wife “We have to heal the matter. respective of whatever else is hap- and three children. Otherwise we keep everything in- pening in the world.” “I believe they’re in God’s hands, side and suffer from inside,” Fon- Afterwards, those assembled Jesus’ hands,” Fonseka said of those seka said. “I wanted us all to talk gathered to share their sorrow with killed. “We don’t know what to do together.” the interfaith community, which and what not to do. I have three The evening mirrored the unity came to offer their support and con- boys and I have no words to say, but of which Fonseka spoke. Beginning solation. The evening ended with a that we have to live on. This is the with a procession of the Sri Lankan candlelight service next to the Holy world we are living in still.” and American flags followed by Family statue. Everyone lit a candle An ISIS terror group took credit a liturgy, Deacon Richard Dodd as prayers were offered for the de- Families light candles in memory of those lost in the Sri Lankan for the Easter bombings, and in its of Holy Family Parish, and Imam ceased. Parys, who attended the church and hotel bombings on Easter Sunday. The interfaith service aftermath Sri Lanka is once again Tariq Rasheed of Islamic Center of service with her husband and baby, gathered almost 200 faithful to pray at Holy Family Parish April 27. hurting and struggling. Having Orlando, spoke and extended their said the moment was heartbreak- (NOELANI PARYS) studied in Pakistan for three years, condolences and prayers. “We have ing, but helped bring peace of mind. Fonseka could not reconcile the been here before. We remember the “Deacon Richard’s reflection on healing process for the Sri Lankan Two weeks after the tragic events, acts of terror with his personal ex- evil power of violence when it has the liturgy was teaching us how community. He saw Deacon Dodd’s Sri Lanka churches reopened. Fon- perience with the Muslim commu- arisen in recent times, whether in to make up our minds and give us point, that the readings at the ser- seka told his family back home. nity. While in Pakistan, that very New Zealand or Pittsburgh, in Paris peace,” she said. “It’s not going to vice reminded all “who we are, “You need to go to church,” he community helped Catholic stu- or Orlando,” Deacon Dodd said. be easy, but this brought us closer whether Catholic and Christian, told his friends and family. “We dents attend Mass and participate “Always, the children of God gather to having peace about the whole Jewish or Muslim, Hindu or Bud- need to believe in God. Jesus was in prayer by creating a space for to pray so that they can see God’s incident.” dhist — in this holy place, in com- resurrected Easter Sunday. We can- them on campus for their religious presence and be God’s presence in For Fonseka the interfaith ser- munity and in peace, we are chil- not discourage people from going services. the world.” vice marked the beginning of the dren of God.” back to church.” n May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY A2 Breakfast raises funds for Bishop Grady Villas GLENDA MEEKINS to make sure he succeeded in his of the Florida Catholic staff job,” Patricia said, adding her son has not missed a day of work and ORLANDO | More than 200 recently received a raise. “(He has) people traveled from as far away a job he enjoys with people he loves as Leesburg and Lakeland to raise working with. Every week he looks funds for Bishop Grady Villas, April forward to going to work.” 24 at the Achieving Their Dreams Programs like Project SEARCH breakfast. It was a beautiful day as require funding and staff support. guests met residents at the Country Johnson said Florida is second to Club of Orlando, a new location for last in funding services to individu- the event. The hour-long charity als with disabilities. drive makes a difference in the lives Patricia, left, speaks of how her “The result is a state-wide cri- of individuals with disabilities in and son Adolfo, benefitted from sis that is a significant threat to Central Florida. Executive Direc- Bishop Grady Villas’ transition the well-being of these vulnerable tor Kevin Johnson shared Bishop program Project SEARCH. individuals,” Johnson continued. Grady Villas’ growth, from Sister (GLENDA MEEKINS | FC) Noting Bishop Grady Villas’ accom- Elizabeth Marie Stoup’s conception plishments, he explained commu- more than 15 years ago to its now abilities that provides internship nity cooperation and support make flourishing six villas and employ- opportunities through private, pub- these programs possible. “During Chris Baron, manager of Mullinax Ford Kissimmee, left, and Jerry ment and vocational training pro- lic, and community partnerships. the past year, our employment spe- Mullinax, owner, donate two vehicles to Kevin Johnson, executive grams. Adolfo, a client with special cialists served 270 job-seekers with director of Bishop Grady Villas. (ANDREA NAVARRO | FC) “Unemployment for individu- needs, is one of many who ben- job placement, on-the-job training, als with disabilities is a nationwide efit from the program. Patricia, Ad- and on-going support to ensure my job coach,” she said. “He helped cial needs, Adrian. “Adrian taught challenge,” Johnson said. “Research olfo’s mother, spoke about the fears long-term success.” teach me how to ride the city bus to me unconditional love, to care for shows students who have work ex- and hopes she has for her son and Sarah, a resident of Bishop Grady work, so I could go to work indepen- things that are given to me,” he said, perience before graduating from how Project SEARCH helped him Villas, touted the benefits of liv- dently. I love my freedom, getting emphasizing the genius that each high school have a much greater find a job that suited his abilities. ing there and how it continues to to walk or ride my bike around my person offers through their God- likelihood of long-term employ- Although Adolfo had a rough start, make a difference in her life. Sarah community, and doing things on given gifts. Donations from the ment and career success.” employment specialists at Bishop is active in her parish, St. Thomas my own.” faithful totaled more than $80,000 In response, Bishop Grady Vil- Grady Villas were able to make the Aquinas in St. Cloud. She even Father Miguel Gonzalez, who and Mullinax Ford in Kissimmee las began rolling out transition perfect match. evangelized her friend Dena, who serves on Bishop Grady Villas’ also generously donated two new programs. One of them is Project “They were there every step of she sponsored when she became board of directors, closed the event SUVs to Bishop Grady Villas so resi- SEARCH, an international model the way trying to find ways for Ad- Catholic. by sharing his love for the cause, dents and clients may continue to for high school students with dis- olfo to communicate his needs and “When I came here, Kevin was inspired by his cousin with spe- achieve their dreams. n Faithful walk and are washed in Divine Mercy GLENDA MEEKINS the Divine Mercy when he served As a symbol, the assembly came of the Florida Catholic staff at St. Faustina Parish in Clermont. forward and washed their hands in Many of his former parishioners three fountains at the front of the DUNNELLON | A sea of red traveled to celebrate the special day sanctuary, surrounded by flowers, and white shirts flooded St. John along with groups from nearby par- candles and a Divine Mercy and St. the Baptist Parish in Dunnellon as ishes of Queen of Peace and Blessed Faustina statue. the Eucharistic procession began Trinity in Ocala. Linda Porter has attended the in honor of Divine Mercy Sunday, “This is a day for laughter be- service for several years with her April 28. cause the devil was defeated by mother, Gladyce Gauthier. Porter Swaths of red and white fabric Jesus’ resurrection. It is a day for said the fountains allow the faith- hung from the ceiling, and draped laughter because we were lost and ful to “move on with fresh life.” over the sanctuary in six directions. Jesus found us and brought us back “The act of just rinsing your Father Jean Desir, pastor, held the home where we belong,” Father hands and the altar servers stand- Blessed Sacrament and followed Desir said. “Jesus triumphed over ing by in their cassocks – it has a more than 200 congregants out of our enemies. This does not mean dignity to it,” she said. “I think it’s the doors. The procession stopped that evil and death no longer exist very inspiring to people to stop at each of four stations, singing on in the world ... Anything that is hap- and reflect and move forward their way. pening in the world today (referring with new life and revival of their Divine Mercy Sunday received to the bombings in Sri Lanka) is not prayer life. It is like a private act its name after St. Faustina Kowal- the final outcome if we live our life of devotion, surrounded by your ska of the Blessed Sacrament saw in God.” fellow parishioners. It’s a commu- visions of Jesus, who asked her to Since bringing the devotion to nal act and yet deeply personal as have the image of his apparition the parish, Father Desir has seen well.” painted. Jesus explained he want- his congregation has grow in faith. Porter had not heard of the Di- ed the Divine Mercy image to be He hopes it continues to bring vine Mercy prior to Father Desir’s “solemnly blessed on the first Sun- those who have strayed back to the arrival. Now the parish devotes a day after Easter; that Sunday is to church. During the procession, Fa- holy hour on first Fridays, begin- be the Feast of Mercy,” according ther Desir assured those gathered ning with the Chaplet of Divine to the saint’s diary, Divine Mercy in of God’s compassion, reminding Mercy. While Porter said the chap- My Soul. She noted the Lord asked them an honest examination of let is a “reminder of God’s all-en- her to have the image publicly hon- conscience and confession is re- compassing mercy to all of us,” her ored and so it was on April 26, 1935. quired. mother added, “It strengthens my Five months later, Jesus revealed “The picture says, ‘Jesus, I trust faith.” the Chaplet of Divine Mercy to her. in you.’ It shows Jesus never leaves Lisa Slattery, director of liturgy, As the procession at St. John the or abandons them,” he said. helped coordinate the afternoon. Baptist made its way back into the “Divine Mercy Sunday is a time She said the service has had an im- church, the faithful sang the chap- to see what messes you make in pact on the community. One of almost 200 worshippers washes her hands in “the ocean of let, then sat in silent adoration. Fa- your own life. … Wash in God’s “We even have other people who mercy” at the Divine Mercy Sunday celebration at St. John the Baptist ther Desir grew in his devotion of ocean of mercy.” aren’t Catholic come,” she said. n Parish in Dunnellon. (GLENDA MEEKINS) A3 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 10-23, 2019

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Kathleen Richardville, Living Carmel in the secular world a Third Order Carmelite and regional GLENDA MEEKINS I go to daily Mass, spend a little time 10 [VII, viii]). Most Carmelites do of the Florida Catholic staff coordinator, in quiet gazing and loving God— this through the practice of Lectio right, hands saying morning and evening prayer Divina. The official Lay Carmelite Paulette ORLANDO | “More than 20 years from the Liturgy of the Hours, lov- habit is the large brown scapular Zucker a candle ago, a Lay Carmelite from St. James ing the Scriptures and letting God of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, but representing (Cathedral) invited me to come to a speak to me through them.” She daily they wear a smaller scapular Christ as her community meeting and I said ‘yes.’ emphasizes, “The fire of God’s love or scapular medal. guide during I can’t explain why I said ‘yes’ since I within fuels everything else, but it Explaining what drew her to the Zucker’s first was married and had three children absolutely comes first. Nurturing Order, Richardville noted, “A desire temporary (ages 9-15) who were involved in ev- the relationship with Jesus Christ and longing to love God more fully profession. erything,” said Kathleen Richard- is central. Then, all of life becomes and more deeply, to learn how to live (GLENDA ville, a Third Order Carmelite and prayer.” She describes it as develop- in God’s loving presence as continu- MEEKINS | FC) regional coordinator for the seven ing the “inner tabernacle.” ously as possible while living out my Lay Carmelite communities in the “Lay Carmelites are an integral active, everyday life. The contem- East Central Florida Region within part of the Carmelite family, where plative dimension, the Carmelite formation and discernment within of the spirit with a new meaning like the Province of the Most Pure Heart First Order friars, Second Order saints and especially Our Lady are her Lay Carmelite community is none before, serving others. of Mary. “The meeting was on Sat- cloistered nuns, Third Order Reli- models of living a Carmelite life.” required before Zucker makes her “This profession today contin- urday morning, an impossible day gious and Third Order Lay depend She refers to Elijah and Mary are final, lifelong profession in the Car- ues the journey—a journey home, a for me to be away from family,” she on each other for the upholding of models of the active and contempla- melite Order. home I’ve never known before, still recalled. “I actually chuckled at God Carmelite spirituality in the world,” tive dimensions of Carmelite spiri- “My call to Carmel has been a living in the world, but not being of and told him that if he wanted me to said Cindy A. Perazzo, T.O. Carm, tuality. Both lived an active faith culmination of many factors over the world,” she explained. “Living be a Carmelite, he’d have to find a and coordinator of Lay Carmelites, by standing in the presence of God. the years,” says Zucker, whose hus- in it in a more perfect way, through way for me to make the community in the Province of the Most Pure It was the secret to Elijah’s success. band died last year. “I needed to find the three Carmelite charisms of meetings. In 20 plus years, I have al- Heart of Mary in Chicago. “More The name Carmel comes from the a more perfect way to improve my prayer, service and community. I most never had to miss a meeting.” and more, Lay Carmelites are the mountain upon which Elijah chal- prayer life, which now I have found have come to learn that I need to die The story is similar for many Lay face of the Order as the religious lenged King Ahab and the prophets in the Carmelite way of life.” to self and serve others.” n Carmelites, known as Third Order branches of the Order seem to be of Baal. She added, “My journey to pro- Carmelites or T.O. Carm., Carmel- waning in North America and Eu- “The Carmelite Way of prayer, fession has been an ongoing climb If you are interested in the Lay Car- ites of the Ancient Observance, that rope at the present time.” The Lay community, and service is a perfect to new heights, centered on Jesus melite Order, please contact Kath- began in 1476. Secular Carmelites Carmelite shares in the spirit of the fit for me,” said Richardville. “Shar- Christ in the Eucharist, pondering leen Richardville at 407-421-7769; are committed to living their bap- Carmelite family of Orders, so much ing a deep love of Jesus and his word his word in a new light, a lifting up [email protected]. tismal promises in the world and so, should a Lay Carmelite choose in community here and in the larger thrive in this way of life. It is their to leave the order, they require a “community” of the entire Carmel- vocation, married or single. special dispensation. Otherwise, ite family worldwide provides the Richardville soon learned, “Liv- upon burial, they may choose to be opportunity for great growth in try- ing out the vocation is not about be- buried in the full habit worn by the ing to live a holy life…a life of love.” ing more busy or doing more,” she religious. In Central Florida, the Lay Car- said. “Even though we are called to There are nine Lay Carmelite melite communities continue to serve in whatever ways we can… chapters in the Diocese of Orlando grow with several candidates in in our homes, neighborhoods, and and 25 communities across Florida. formation. On May 4, 75-year-old certainly in the parish, it is about liv- Approximately 190 communities Paulette Zucker, a member of Our ing each day with the heart and soul in North America have an estimat- Lady of Mount Carmel Lay Car- 10186-0510 more and more attuned to God... ed 3,000 members, not counting melite community, made her first about seeking God’s presence in all abroad. Carmelites follow the Rule temporary profession at Holy Fam- that a day presents to me...about of St. Albert of Jerusalem, which re- ily Parish in Orlando after three making time for some quiet and sol- quires “meditating day and night on years of structured formation. An itude.” She added, “If at all possible, the law of the Lord” (Rule of Albert, additional three years of ongoing A5 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 10-23, 2019 Discovering God’s perfect plan

ELIZABETH WILSON the Lord,” recalled Sister Perino. “I are a bridesmaid. All of these things knew the Lord’s plan had finally Florida Catholic correspondent believed that the Lord loved me so happen around you and you think, been revealed to her. much and had a perfect plan for my ‘Maybe I should do that,’” Sister “Pretty much the whole way back ORLANDO | Gianna Grace life.” Perino recalled. “But if the Lord home in the bus I was crying,” she Perino fell in love when she was just Sister Perino was born and raised plants a seed in your heart, and he remembered with a laugh. “I’m sure a child. with her brother in central Illinois. gives you a conviction, why ques- the other chaperones were wonder- Despite her young age, the rela- As she progressed through Catholic tion it? I really appreciate that the ing what was happening. From that tionship only grew stronger as she grade school and high school, she Lord gave me the simplicity to know moment I knew the Lord had shown grew older, until one day she found found herself drawn to the scienc- his plan for me was going to be the me. I waited for my answer and He herself standing before him in es, and she entered the University best plan.” showed it to me.” church making her first profession of Iowa as a biochemistry major. One day, after several years of After that, things moved quick- of vows to remain his forever. On She described her studies as deep- teaching, new teachers arrived on ly. She sold all her belongings and that day, Feb. 11, 2019, she became ening her faith as she witnessed campus. They were from the Ser- moved to Miami to enter with the Servants of the Pierced Hearts of Je- intelligent design even down to the vants of the Pierced Hearts of Jesus servants as a pre-postulant. Three sus and Mary Sister Gianna Grace molecular level. But outside of her and Mary. years later, and one week after pro- Perino and her spouse was Jesus classes, college life was more dis- “Once I saw the sisters, some- fessing her first vows with the com- Sister Gianna Grace Perino of the Christ. heartening than she expected. thing in my heart clicked. They munity, Sister Perino began her Servants of the Pierced Hearts of “When we speak about our voca- “I didn’t really like the way peo- Jesus and Mary, became assistant were beautiful. Their habit spoke new role in the Diocese of Orlan- tion story with the other sisters, we ple treated each other. Coming into vocations director for the Diocese a message of love from the Blessed do’s vocations office. She will lead say, ‘tell us your love story’,” Sister the ‘real world’ out of high school of Orlando this February. (ANDREA Mother to my heart. That was a retreats and discernment groups Perino said. “It’s the story of how we was disappointing. I thought, NAVARRO | FC) huge awakening for me. This was and be available to lead young men met and fell in love with Jesus.” ‘There’s got to be a better way.” the sign that I’d been waiting for,” and women as they discern God’s As the new associate director She found that better way by By the time she graduated col- Sister Perino said. will. of vocations for the Diocese of Or- transferring to Bradley University lege, having changed her major to Her feelings were confirmed “I hope to fulfill the vision of lando, Sister Perino is now helping in her hometown. There she was English and secondary education, during a mission trip to Miami the bishop, which is really to guide young men and women fall deeper able to reconnect with friends she Sister Perino knew she was being where they visited the Servants’ people’s hearts and help them see in love with Jesus and discover had made on a high school retreat. called to religious life, but she did Motherhouse. There she was able what the Lord’s perfect plan for where he is calling them. She is able It was on that retreat, after a tan- not yet know to which religious or- to experience the fullness of the their life is,” Sister Perino said. “We to draw on her own experience of gible encounter with Jesus, that the der. She accepted a teaching job at charism of the religious order and can’t love someone that we don’t trusting the Lord completely with seeds of her vocation began to grow. the Catholic high school while she see how the sisters ministered and know. Getting to know the Lord is her future. Now, back among a faithful and lov- continued to pray and discern. prayed together. While praying really the first step in all discern- “I always had a sense in my heart, ing community, those seeds began “People gave me a hard time. before the Blessed Sacrament at a ment. There is a God and He loves I always knew, I just felt special to to take root. You go to everyone’s wedding. You Eucharistic Cenacle, Sister Perino you like crazy.” n High schoolers find identity as beloved children of God

ELIZABETH WILSON “There are so many miscon- Florida Catholic correspondent ceptions from our current society. There is so much confusion,” Sister WINTER PARK | When high Perino said. “We wanted to bring school freshman Johana entered the young women into a greater un- her room at the San Pedro Spiritual derstanding of themselves and their Development Center, she found the true identity.” mirrors in the bathroom had been “We took away their phones covered up. when they showed up,” said Aman- In fact, she would discover all the da Davis, retreat director and senior mirrors at the retreat center were at the University of Central Florida. covered. She and the other young “They were disconnected in a way women who attended the Beloved that strangely allows them to better Retreat, April 26-28, would spend connect.” the weekend unable fix their hair or Johana admitted it took some makeup, or check their appearance getting used to but, in the end, she before heading out the door. appreciated having the distractions “They begin to understand that removed so she could better focus it is not what is on the outside that on the message and have a deeper is important,” explained Sister Gi- encounter with Jesus. anna Grace Perino, associate direc- “Those things were very helpful, tor of vocations for the Diocese of including the mirrors,” she said. “I Orlando. “True beauty comes from personally forgot about my phone within.” and gave up more of my time to The students who attended listen to Jesus. It was difficult, but the Beloved Retreat were invited it was worth it. We weren’t focused Beloved Retreat attendees spend time in conversation and reflection Saturday morning, April 27 at San to rediscover their identity as a on anything but what we had come Pedro Spiritual Development Center in Winter Park. (ANDREA NAVARRO | FC) daughter of the Most High King, a for.” relationship based on love and au- Johana said the small group ing or praying,” Johana said. “It’s moment came when the attendees “We’re all recently out of high thenticity rather than “followers” discussions, led by the university been really helpful and I know that were asked to write down anything school ourselves, so we remember and “likes.” It brought together students, helped relate the talks to Jesus will always be here in our weighing on their hearts on a black what it is like,” Davis said. “If you’re high school students, religious their everyday lives. She also appre- toughest times. I really do recom- piece of paper. The papers were torn not doing certain things then you’re sisters, and a team of peer leaders ciated the times of praise and wor- mend any girl to experience the love and gathered in a basket placed not thought of as cool enough. We from the University of Central Flor- ship which helped her find a new in this retreat.” before the altar during Eucharis- wanted to show that these are lies. ida’s Catholic Campus Ministry to way to meet Jesus in prayer. The young women heard talks tic Adoration, symbolically giving A life of holiness and beauty can discover the true beauty each of “The retreat helped me a lot be- on identity, relationships, vulner- their suffering to Jesus. Following be lived and there’s no need to be them has been given as a beloved cause I now know different ways to ability, suffering, comparison, and Adoration, the scraps of paper were ashamed of it. The core team is a daughter of God. connect to Jesus; by singing, danc- freedom. An especially moving burned. witness of that.” n May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY A6 Crowd gathers to bid Sisters of Mercy farewell

GLENDA MEEKINS ‘(Sister Knox) means of the Florida Catholic staff everything to me. ... She MELBOURNE | On the 60th was just wonderful in anniversary of Ascension Par- ish in Melbourne, parishioners, every way. She cheered former and current students and me up because she community members offered their final goodbyes to Sisters of Mercy, always had jokes. That Immaculata Knox and Joseph Barden. More than 1,200 people was her personality.’ filled the church and stayed for the festivities. The sisters left with — Mary “Maybelle” McGee much more than when they ar- rived—the love of the community left her assisted-living facility for they so faithfully nurtured. two years, but made sure she could Coordinated by Mary Morano, make the celebration. Four years 100 volunteers hosted the celebra- ago, after her husband passed and tion of the parish’s anniversary the stepchildren had all moved and sisters’ dedicated service. The away, McGee found herself strug- Ascension Parish and school and the Melbourne community wish Sisters of Mercy, Sister Joseph Barden Knights of Columbus and Ladies gling on her own. Her friend and and Sister Immaculata Knox farewell as Bishop John Noonan blesses their travels and new endeavors, Auxiliary served food and took parish volunteer, Liz Detwei- April 28. (PAM STIMPSON | FC) care of guests. Music was provided ler, spoke to Sister Knox, then in by Orlando harpist, Victoria Schul- charge of Pastoral Care, to see if ees. On the other side was a photo tz, and the Brevard Police and Fire she could help. Together, they got of one of Sister Knox’s famous Pipe and Drum. Sister Knox was so McGee into assisted living and Sis- paintings. moved she danced an Irish jig and ter Knox visited her every week. Bishop John Noonan concel- invited her pastor, Father Eamon “I wouldn’t have missed it (the ebrated the bittersweet anniver- Tobin, to join her. celebration),” said McGee who sary/bon voyage Mass. “It’s sad. Dancing right in front of the sis- nearly died on Good Friday, just It’s the end of an era,” he said. “The ters was a local Irish dance troupe, one week prior due to an infection. Sisters of Mercy are part of the Tir na Greine School of Irish Dance “(Sister Knox) means everything foundation of the Catholic school and the parish quartet, Metafour, to me. She was a mentor. She was system in the diocese,” he noted. sealed the evening. The cherished just wonderful in every way. She Recognizing many of Ascension’s women were sent off with $2,500 cheered me up because she always current teachers, including prin- raised from sales of a parish cook- had jokes. That was her personal- cipal Anita Brady, were former book. The memo noted it was for ity.” Thanks to Detweiler, McGee students of the sisters, he added, “the little house on the prairie,” re- was able to say farewell to the nuns “It’s very beautiful to see that they ferring to the small cottage await- whom she loves so dearly. have handed on to them the gift of ing the sisters in Ireland. Sister Barden wrote a poem on teaching and the gift of being able Mary “Maybelle” McGee, a mercy, printed on a commemora- to bring the faith to the lives of the 97-year-old parishioner, had not tive postcard keepsake for attend- next generation.” n 12975-0510 12171-0510 A7 YOUR ORLANDO COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 10-23, 2019

EVENTS WITH BISHOP NOONAN cvif.org. Sweeney, 407-973-3366; facebook. DIOCESAN EVENTS St. Vincent de Paul Orlando com/MotheroftheLivingGospel. Called to serve on a mission Ordination to the Priesthood: Cathedral, 215 N. Orange Ave., provides volunteer opportunities trip: The Diocese of Orlando Saturday, May 25, 10 – 11:30 a.m., St. Orlando. Bishop Noonan will lead through its stores and food Mission Office invites you to James Cathedral, 215 N. Orange Ave., the procession at St. James Cathedral pantries for students needing ANNOUNCEMENTS consider joining any scheduled Orlando. Join Bishop John Noonan as as participants pray, sing and reflect volunteer hours. Apply at svdporlando.org. New Lazarus Free Dental mission trip to our sister diocese of he celebrates Mass and the priestly Or- on the Mystery of the Most Holy Sign language volunteers: Clinic: The newly opened Lazarus San Juan de la Maguana. Dates are dination of Transitional Deacon Derek Eucharist. Procession will start after Free Dental Clinic at St. Paul’s as follows: July 6 - 13 Construction Parishes throughout the diocese Saldanha. All are welcome. Limited the 5 p.m. Mass. Bishop Noonan and need volunteer American Sign Parish in Leesburg is looking for Mission; Sept. 14 - 21 Construction free parking available on the corner participants will pray at Eucharistic volunteer dentists and dental Mission; Volunteers and translators Language interpreters to help deaf of N. Orange Ave. and W. Robinson St. altars of repose which highlight the or hearing-impaired individuals hygienists. If interested, contact needed for Pre-Screening Medical Myrta Aviles at 352-748-4567. Mission: September 28 - October Call 407-246-4875 for more informa- music and traditions of various ethnic fully participate in the celebration 5; Surgery Mission: November tion. Bishop Noonan invites all the communities in the diocese. This will of Mass each week. Position Notre Dame AmeriCorps 2 – 9 and November 9 - 16. faithful who cannot attend to watch be a joyous celebration that will unite requires yearlong commitment to service openings: Notre For more information, please the live stream of the celebration at: our Catholic community as we publicly serving one Saturday or Sunday Dame AmeriCorps, based at Hope CommUnity Center in contact Caroline Genovesi at http://live.orlandodiocese.org/. express our faith in the Eucharist, the Mass per week, and a diocesan Apopka, seeks people to serve the mission office, genovesi@ Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity of background screening. Must be 18 Corpus Christi Procession: and older. cflcc.org/volunteer. in low-income communities of orlandodiocese.org or call 407- our Lord Jesus Christ. 246-4890. orlandodiocese.org/ Sunday, June 23, 6-7 p.m., St. James Catholic Charities of Central immigrants, people of color and ministries-offices/mission-office- Florida seeks volunteers for the working poor. Volunteers gain welcome/. following programs. Visit cflcc.org skills, earn a living allowance Saturday, June 15, 9:30 a.m.-3 /volunteer or contact volunteers@ (about $900/month) for 11 months Mental Health First Aid p.m., Bldg. 100. Journey through COMMUNITY of service, receive an education classes: 1819 N. Semoran Blvd., cflcc.org or 407-658-1818, ext. Mary’s Magnificat, what it means EVENTS 1026. award of nearly $6,000 with Orlando. Sometimes first aid isn’t and how we can live lives that successful completion of the • Volunteers needed to help sort, a bandage or CPR. Sometimes, glorify the greatness of the Lord. contract, health insurance and child “Catholics Returning Home”: pack, stock and distribute food to first aid is YOU. Catholic Charities For parish catechetical leaders, care subsidy if income eligible. St. Vincent de Paul Parish, 5323 those in need at Agape Mission of Central Florida is hosting catechists and Catholic school Education and social justice-related E. County Rd. 462, Wildwood. Market, 1771 N. Semoran Blvd., several new two-day Mental teachers. positions. Bilingual English/Spanish Informal sessions offered for Orlando, Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.–1 Health First Aid Trainings! You helpful, but not essential. Service • San Pedro summer camp 2019 non-practicing Catholics who are p.m., and 1-4:30 p.m.; and at 644 S. must attend both parts to receive term runs September 2019-July dates: Registration is open for seeking answers to questions about 9th St., Lake Wales, Tuesdays and your certificate. Cost $30. Register 2020. Requires 35-40 hours a week. youth to encounter Christ and returning to the faith. Deacon Dan Thursdays, 9-11 a.m. and noon-4 online with Course ID or contact Accepting applications now. Laura Ms. Kyle Osborn [email protected] discover God’s transformative Pallo, [email protected], p.m., and Fridays, 5-7 p.m. love through the sacraments and Firtel, 407-484-7736; 407-880-4673, or 407-969-8534 OR register. 352-391-9338. • Clerical/administrative prayer. Campers build friendships ext. 231; [email protected]. Investing for God and volunteers needed to assist with • Youth Mental Health First Aid: and participate in an array of Learn more and/or apply: www. Legacy: Wednesday, June 12, data entry, copying, filing and Part One: May 13 and Part Two: group activities — low ropes ndmva.org. two sessions offered, noon-1 p.m.; organization for Family Stability May 15, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. course, archery, giant slip and slide, Course ID 00118575 1-5 p.m., Corpus Christi Catholic Program in Orlando, 1819 N. arts and crafts, and silly skits. $50 Church, 1050 Celebration Ave., • Adult Mental Health First Semoran Blvd., Monday-Friday, 10 non-refundable deposit to register. Celebration. Free conference SUPPORT Aid: Part One: May 20 and Part a.m.-2 p.m. Visit app.campdoc.com/register/ event on investing for God Two: May 21, 12:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m. sanpedro. • Volunteer medical MINISTRIES/ and Legacy presented by The professionals needed at each clinic. Course ID 00118572 • June 3-7: Day camp 1 (entering Catholic Foundation of Central [email protected], Lazarus PEER GROUPS • Youth Mental Health First Aid: grades 1-8) Florida. RSVP by email rcamous@ Free Medical Clinic in Wildwood; Part One: May 29 and Part Two: Sunshine Seniors: third • June 9-14: Middle school orlandodiocese.org or by calling [email protected], St. Luke’s May 31, 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. Thursdays, noon (except in the overnight 1 (entering grades 6-8) Rosie Camous at 407-246-7192. Free Medical and Dental Clinic in Course ID 00124483 summer), Blessed Trinity Parish, • June 16-21: High school St. Margaret Mary Rummage Eustis; [email protected], St. • Youth Mental Health First Aid: 4545 Anderson Road, Orlando. overnight (entering grades 9-12) sale: Thursday-Saturday, July 11- Thomas Free Medical Clinic in St. Part One: June 7 and Part Two: Enjoy a potluck lunch, outings and • June 23-28: Middle school 13, 8 a.m. – 2 p.m., St. Margaret Cloud. June 14, 1:00 p.m. to 5 p.m. Course faith. Turner Flynn, 407-277-1702. overnight 2 (entering grades 6-8) Mary Church hall, 526 N. Park Ave., Life Choices Medical Center: ID 00125214 Winter Park. Giant rummage sale. Separated and divorced: • Youth Mental Health First Aid: • July 7-12: Elementary school a Catholic pro-life pregnancy overnight (entering grades 3-5) All proceeds to help our sister resource center, 441 Maitland Ave., • Mondays, 7:30 p.m., Holy Part One: June 25 and Part Two: parish in Haiti. Anne Mcquiggan, Redeemer Parish, 1603 N. Thacker, • July 14-19: Middle school Altamonte Springs, is in need of June 27, 12:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. [email protected], Kissimmee. Sylvester Edwards, 407- overnight 3 (entering grades 6-8) volunteer lay counselors (training Course ID 00125215 407-671-4798. 460-0707. • July 22-26: Day camp 2 provided), nurses/sonographers • Catholic Divorce Survival (entering Grades 1-8) to perform ultrasounds (training provided), administrative Guide, 12-week program, Tuesdays, • Journey Together: Deeply RETREATS/DAYS CONCERTS assistance, handymen, help with 6:30-8:30 p.m., St. Margaret Mary Rooted Mother/Daughter Retreat: light cleaning, and receptionists. Parish, 526 N. Park Ave., Winter OF REFLECTION Saturday, July 6, 9 a.m.-5 p.m., St. A Mother’s Day Bouquet: Accepting donations of baby Park. Cost: $20, scholarships Francis of Assisi Bldg. Come to San Sunday, May 12, 7:30-8:30 p.m., items (gently used or new, please), available. Lori Reinneck, lori@ San Pedro Center retreats: Pedro for our Mother/Daughter Basilica of the National Shrine especially diapers and wipes. Drop stmargaretmary.org, 407-645-0284. Various dates, 2400 Dike Rd., retreat. Set the day aside to focus of Mary, Queen of the Universe, off at back door during office • Coffee and conversation, Winter Park. For more information on growing together in Christ with 8300 Vineland Ave., Orlando. The hours. 321-422-4168. second Tuesdays, 7 p.m. Our Lady or to register: sanpedrocenter.org/ your tween (entering grades 5-8) as Basilica Choir sings among 12,000 of Lourdes, 1014 N. Halifax Ave., retreats-programs, 407-671-6322. you strengthen your true identity roses in honor of the Blessed Daytona Beach. Leslie Bonner, 386- • Journey Together: Deeply as daughters of God. $45 Per Mom/ Mother and mothers around 265-1199. Rooted Mother/Daughter Daughter Couple; $15 additional the world. Tickets $25, under SECULAR Retreat: Saturday, May 18, 9:30 daughter. 12 free. 407-239-6600 ext. 317. COMMUNITIES • “Divorce Care Ministry Adults a.m. - Sunday, May 19, 11 a.m., maryqueenoftheuniverse.org/ and Children,” Mondays, 6:30-8 p.m., Holy Name of Jesus, 3050 N. St. John the Apostle Bldg. First concerts/. Lay Carmelites: first Saturdays, Highway A1A, Indialantic. Program ever overnight Mother/Daughter 9 a.m.-noon, Annunciation MASSES/PRAYER teaches children how God’s love retreat will give you and your Parish, 1020 Montgomery Road, can strengthen and help them find teen daughter (enrolled in grades SESSIONS Altamonte Springs. Lay Carmelite VOLUNTEERS hope and joy; parents can attend 9-12) precious time to focus on order of the Blessed Virgin Mary is Charismatic Mass: Monday, the adult Divorce Care program strengthening your true identity as NEEDED an association of mainly laypersons May 20, 6:30-7:30 p.m., St. Mark the same evening, 321-773-2783. daughters of God. who commit themselves “to live the Evangelist Chapel, 7081 SE • Spirituality Series: Tuesday, Catholic Volunteers in Florida in the following of Jesus Christ” Families with incarcerated Hwy. 42, Summerfield. Father May 21, 7:30-9 p.m., St. Francis is accepting applications for a year according to the charism, traditions loved ones: Dominik Libiszewski, Order of St. Hall. Diane Gallagher helps explore of full-time service beginning in and spirit of Carmelite order. Terri • Third Saturdays, 9 a.m., St. Paul the First Hermit, will be the gentle methods to connect more January. Applicants should have West, [email protected], Mary Magdalen Parish, Mother celebrant. Prayer team members deeply with the physical self and college degree or equivalent life 407-925-6274, lcarmacc.com. Teresa Room, 861 Maitland Ave., will be available after Mass. Call experience, and a heart for serving in so doing bring integration and Secular Franciscans of the Altamonte Springs. 407-463-5780 “oneness” to the body, mind, and Jack and Lorraine Heffner, 352-750- marginalized communities in or email [email protected]. 4552. Florida or the Dominican Republic. Lady Poverty Fraternity: first spirit. Free. Sundays, 12:30-3:30 p.m., San Bereavement support Interpreted Mass for the deaf: Volunteers serve in teaching, • Franciscan Hermitage Retreat: Pedro Spiritual Development groups: Sundays, 11 a.m. Mass, Our Lady community development, special Thursday, May 30, 4 p.m.-Sunday, Center, Building 100, 2400 Dike • Life after loss grief support, of Lourdes Parish, 1014 N. Halifax education, social work, youth June 2, 11 a.m. Silent retreat Road, Winter Park. Dan Hardester, St. James Cathedral social hall, Ave., Daytona Beach. An American programs, immigration and legal guided by Franciscan Fr. Vianney 407-687-6647, danhardester@ 215 N. Orange Ave., Orlando, Sign Language interpreter will be services, and more. Benefits Cunningham, TOR and Jeanne yahoo.com. third Saturdays, 9-11 a.m. provided. Meet in the café, 10:15 include housing, health insurance, and Tony Walter, Members of the Breakfast provided. Free. jreyes@ a.m., for a “deaf coffee chat” with monthly living stipend, quarterly Secular Franciscans of the Secular Franciscan Order. Limited stjamesorlando.org; 407-422-2055, pastries. 386-255-0433. retreats, leadership training, and Mother of the Living Gospel: to eight retreatants and fills up first Saturdays, 10 a.m.-noon, ext. 101. quickly. AmeriCorps Education Award for qualifying positions. 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Students at Sacred NEWS FROM around the diocese Heart Catholic School LAKE COUNTY in New Smyrna Beach ‘The Cross Man’ gather spreads hometown food for their evangelization Bread for the World THE VILLAGES | John Breck is campaign. known as “The Cross Man.” He and (MARIA his team from Knights of Columbus BILODEAU of the Queen of the Rosary Council | FC) 10034, out of St. Timothy Parish in Lady Lake, have made more than 22,000 crosses that are currently in yards in at least six states. Surpris- ingly, the effort was inspired by an atheist. Knights of Columbus John Breck, left, and Sir Francis Robaker show Breck has been a Knight since some of the more than 22,000 crosses made over the past three years. said. “It made me feel really good 1975. Four years ago, he saw a white The symbol of Christianity dots yards in The Villages and in at least to do something for the people who cross in a neighbor’s yard and asked six states. (PHILIP BABEL | FC) are sick.” about it. He learned it came from a Lizanne Swaringen teaches at St. town in Michigan. Years prior, the With 22,000 crosses from Florida family members of people who are Brendan and has been coordinat- city of Frankenmuth dealt with a to Maine, and some people now sick can have something to snack ing with the Hair We Share organi- controversy over two crosses on a making the crosses themselves, on, care packs to use while staying zation for the past seven years. “A local bridge. A resident, who was Breck’s hope has become a reality at the hospice, and just knowing big part of our mission at St. Bren- an atheist, insisted the crosses be and a strong witness of faith. that we care for them.” dan’s is service to others,” she said. removed. The town complied as- “This event gives our students a suming that would be the end of Donating hair chance to participate in a very real it. But the removal emboldened VOLUSIA COUNTY and important way. I am so proud of the man to insist that the cross be to help the sick their generosity.” taken off the city shield as well. In a Bread for ORMOND BEACH | Seven stu- Kathleen Zimmerer, owner of Sa- Sixth grade student, Kendall, public outcry, residents all over the dents and a few adults of St. Bren- lon 316, and a fellow stylist donated donates her hair in honor of city planted small wooden crosses the World dan Catholic School in Ormond their time and talent to cut and style family members who had cancer. on their lawns. Seeing hundreds of NEW SMYRNA BEACH | Stu- Beach lined up to chop off more the donors’ hair. The Ambassador (COURTESY) crosses as he drove through neigh- dents from Sacred Heart Catholic than eight inches of hair to help Club held a bake sale at the same borhoods, the silent protest made School in New Smyrna Beach are make wigs for people suffering from time to raise additional funds. who organizes events that show an impact and the man retracted reflecting the love of Jesus Christ by hair loss due to disease. Fellow educator Amy Waldhauer faith in action. The students should his request. caring for people who are gravely ill Kendall was the only sixth-grad- has donated twice to the cause. “I also be commended for donating. After hearing the story, Breck and their loved ones. er to donate at the April 16 event have a lot of hair and the fact that Middle-schoolers who think about enlisted the help of Francis Ro- They packed 200 care bags for and was motivated after seeing her I can give some of it to such a won- others is a rare thing and to change backer in 2016, a fellow industrial Hospice of Edgewater and Hospice beloved family members struggle. derful cause is a no-brainer,” she their appearance at this age is a sac- arts teacher who had a woodshop of Port Orange and delivered them “My mother, aunt, and papa had said. “It is truly a blessing to work rifice, perfectly suited for the Lent- at home. The two made the first 100 May 1. The bags were filled with cancer and lost all their hair,” she with people, like Ms. Swaringen, en season.” n crosses (1 foot high and about eight water, snacks, candy, soap, tissues, inches wide) and distributed them toothbrushes, but most important- through the Knights of Columbus, ly love in the form of handwritten their parish and other Christian notes for families and caregivers. SMART MONEY: churches. Word got out and, in just Maggie, a seventh-grader, said a few weeks, they had gone through she liked the Lenten “Bread for the Investing for and the first set and had requests to World” project because “we col- God Legacy make more. His crew has since lected things that can help people grown to meet the demand. during their most difficult time.” After about 500, the team “Bread for the World” began on switched to plastic because it was New York City’s Lower East Side in Wednesday, June 12 already coated, white and more du- the early 1970s with a small group rable. Breck’s friend and St. Timo- of Catholics and Protestants who 2019 Investor Conference Series thy’s parishioner, John Murray, lives joined forces hoping to end hunger. on a busy street in The Villages. He The very first year they tested the estimates he has given out close to idea, more than 500 citizen advo- TWO SESSIONS • 8am-12pm 1-5pm 1,000 crosses simply by leaving 8-12 cates joined their ranks. The pro- on his front lawn for the taking. He gram quickly blossomed across the says the crosses represent “reli- nation and the organization now Corpus Christi Catholic Church gious freedom.” “(The ministry) is hopes to completely end hunger in 1050 Celebration Ave. • Celebration, FL 34747 tremendous,” says Murray. “A lot of the United States by the year 2030. people talk about doing something Locally, Catholic students are Refreshments will be served like that, but don’t do it. 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STUART | Vocation is defined as a strong feeling of suitability for a particular career or occupation. For Sister Jadwiga Drapala, director of faith formation at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Stuart, a vocation goes beyond the limitations of an occupation. “I come from a farming family in Po- land. I am the oldest of four children and I helped my parents care for the farm and my siblings,” Sister Drapala said. “Although I loved all the things we did together as a family, I knew there was more for me than to remain at home.” Sister Drapala first felt called to a reli- gious vocation when she was in the fifth grade. Lipnica, the little village in southeast Poland where she was raised, had only one priest. One day, this priest received a visit from a friend of his who was a missionary priest. “The missionary just beamed with the joy of living his life in service of God,” Sister Drapala recalled. “I could see the lightness Sister Jadwiga Drapala guided three young women from St. Joseph Parish in Stuart in religious formation before their Quinceañera in his walk and the purpose with which he — their 15th birthday celebration. (COURTESY PHOTOS) spoke of our Lord. I wanted to be like him.” After the missionary’s visit, Sister Dra- call you,” she said. “I hope to be the instru- pala began to research and visit various ment through which God calls more people religious communities in Poland, hoping to to do his will.” find the right fit for her future vocation. She Although a young woman in age, Sister explained that in seventh grade a class- Drapala expressed how she has matured mate wanted to visit the Sisters of the in a spiritual way beyond her years. Most Holy Soul of Christ the “I see God differently from Lord in Krakow, Poland. when I first entered the She accompanied her order to now. My relation- friend and soon found ship with him is intimate herself captivated by and runs deep within the community and me. Looking back, I the sisters’ prayerful see now how he has lifestyle. placed certain people “It’s funny to think that in my life at the exact mo- my first impression of the ment they needed to be, Sisters of the Most Holy Soul molding me through these of Christ the Lord was that I didn’t like experiences,” she said. “One ‘yes’ led to their habits at all! I told myself there was another ‘yes.’ I had to make myself like a no way I would ever put that on. It was so little child, trusting my Father in all that he unbecoming,” Sister Drapala said. “But af- had planned for me. One thing is for sure, I ter two days spent with the sisters learning never thought I would be living in the U.S. about their way of life, I discovered it wasn’t doing his work.” about what they wore, but who they were.” However, Sister Drapala is still learning At 14, Sister Drapala joined the Sisters of more about herself through the challenges the Most Holy Soul of Christ the Lord after of religious life. “As someone who serves obtaining special permission from her par- the community so regularly, it can be dif- ents and the motherhouse to become a no- ficult to juggle the needs of others with the vitiate. She was the youngest girl to join the demands of my religious community. Of- community at that time. tentimes, people will ask me to attend an A group of young women visit Sister Jadwiga Drapala, kneeling center, and Sister Since taking her final vows in 2004, Sis- event, or organize a charitable fundraiser Anita Gabarczyk, a first grade assistant at St. Joseph School, and Sister Martina at St. ter Drapala has traveled a long way from or visit with them at the community cen- Joseph Parish in Stuart. Poland. The motherhouse transferred Sis- ter. With so many things going on, they can ter Drapala to a convent in Stuart, in 2006, hinder my dedicated prayer hours or vows instead of sweeping me into the garbage— community that interests them. and has since worked as the director of faith of poverty or obedience,” she said. “It can God takes the pieces and transforms them “I didn’t do anything extraordinary by formation at St. Joseph parish. Guiding stu- be a struggle to decline their good-inten- into stained-glass. He is what holds me visiting the Sisters of the Most Holy Soul dents and young adults through their faith tioned offers, but I must put my spiritual together and makes me shine by his light,” of Christ the Lord. I started small by sim- formation has been a fulfilling blessing for well-being first. It is a blessing to be needed said Sister Drapala. ply supporting a friend’s interest, which Sister Drapala, who knows how influential and loved, but there is a time for all things.” For World Day of Prayer for Vocations amazingly became mine. In today’s age, it can be to have a model of faith in one’s But even in her times of imperfection, on May 12, Sister Drapala encourages any the Internet is an incredible resource. Start community. Sister Drapala recognizes that it is God who young woman curious about religious life searching and go and see what the Lord has “No matter what age you are, God can makes her whole. “I am like broken glass— to listen to God’s call and visit a religious in store for you.” n May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A2 Deacon grows in Christ to serve parish families CECILIA PADILLA and I felt that my tough exterior and of the Florida Catholic staff tendency to avoid emotions made me a bad fit for these assignments. PALM BEACH GARDENS | Dea- The thing is, I have served at con Serge Dubé is a religion teacher more funerals, wakes and bed- and campus ministry leader at Car- sides than I’d like to admit. People dinal Newman High School. He have expressed to me many times explained that a deacon is a bridge that they feel a sense of comfort between the laity and clergy. In fact, and support from my presence—I serving as a deacon can be a full- can’t explain it. I’ve been at funerals time job for many in that vocation, where I’ve simply placed a hand on but it’s encouraged for deacons to someone’s shoulder in comfort or hold lay occupations to bring Christ gave them a sympathetic look, and into the secular community. they’ve said how much it’s meant In keeping with the theme of to them to have me there as a com- World Day of Prayer for Voca- passionate spirit. It’s funny how we tions May 12, the Florida Catholic think we know what is best for us, spoke with Deacon Pete Delvalle, but only God knows what is best assistant director of permanent for us. He knew I needed to grow in diaconate formation for the Dio- that ministry and serve his people cese of Palm Beach. Deacon Del- in that unique way. valle shared his vocation story and provided some insight on what it Q: How has your personal means to be a permanent deacon. life grown through your spiritual service to Christ? Q: How did you first learn A: Many deacons are married Deacon Peter Delvalle, assistant director of permanent diaconate formation for the Diocese of Palm about the diaconate and what and have children. It’s a special situ- Beach, assists with various parish community needs as part of his role as a deacon. Here, he baptizes an made you decide to pursue it? ation where you build stronger rela- infant at St. Therese de Lisieux Parish in Wellington. (COURTESY) A: When I was 6 years old, a tionships with family because you permanent deacon visited my el- are building a stronger relationship program was split between my day tion with God. Pray through your insecurities that might inhibit my ementary school in Brooklyn, New with God. What many people don’t job, family, studies and household doubt. Pray through your insecuri- ability to serve. n York. He was a larger-than-life man know about the diaconate is that a responsibilities. Without my wife ties. Still to this day, I get nervous who was gifted with incredible deacon’s wife is a vital part of his stepping up to share the burden of preaching in front of a large crowd. For information on the diaconate eloquence and preaching. He left a vocation. The formation program these things, I would not be where Every time I walk up to the podium, formation program, contact Lina huge impression on me by just the includes a retreat for the deacons I am today. I ask God to ease my nerves and just Salcedo, the diaconate adminis- way he interacted with the students that also includes their wives. We speak through me. He helps me trative assistant, at 561-775-9540 and the people of the parish. Even spend time together discerning the Q: Did you ever question your overcome those weaknesses and or [email protected]. at that young age, I knew that there call to serve God’s people and com- decision to become a deacon? was something more for me that mitting to the diaconate as a couple. What did you do you to overcome pertained to becoming a deacon. Without support form the wife, a that doubt? But as I got older, I kept brush- deacon’s ministry is not going to be A: Many men in the diaconate, ing off the idea that I could be a successful. For example, if there are myself included, suffer from what I DONATE to the deacon. When I was 19, I joined the issues at home with the marriage a call the “I’m not worthy syndrome.” Marine Corps and completed four wife has the right to request that the You start to doubt whether you’re active years of service. Every once deacon’s spiritual director suspend good enough to do this job — wor- in a while, the thought would cross him from the diaconate until they thy enough or qualified enough to my mind that I should look into the work things out. This is especially do God’s work. Well, I’ve learned diaconate, but I would push the important because deacons lead as that God doesn’t call the qualified Because the TRUTH matters! thought away because I doubted an example of marriage and family because he is the one who quali- whether or not that life was for me. life and if their marriage is at stake, fies you. He completes where you God has a way, however, of getting they are a hypocrite of their minis- are lacking, but all you have to do is your attention and guiding you into try. In general, a wife is a deacon’s have a willing heart and say yes. what is best for you—your path of main support in getting through I overcame this doubt by leaning purpose. These little whispers of the difficulties of discernment. My on the power of prayer. It is so im- the diaconate never stopped. time going through the formation portant to spend time in conversa- I moved to Florida in the late 80s with my wife to raise my family. Some years later, I was in confes- DID YOU KNOW? sion and had a deep conversation with the pastor at the time of St. Many religious communities offer prayer life of the Adrian Dominican Therese de Lisieux parish in Wel- tours of their motherhouses and en- sisters. “If a young woman has any lington. I told him about the calling courage young women to visit with inkling of entering religious life, I I felt about becoming a deacon and sisters to learn about their way of encourage her to take a chance and by the end of our conversation I was life. Adrian Dominican Sister Tarianne visit a nearby convent just to see practically yelling, “Father, I want to DeYonker is a director of vocations what is available there. I’ve walked NEWS FROM A be a deacon!” It was just this revela- for her religious community. She fa- with women who have a deep love tory moment for me. This Septem- cilitates visits for the Adrian Domini- for service, prayer and adoration and CATHOLIC ber I will have served six years as a can sisters all over the United States, are seeking something more than PERSPECTIVE deacon. as well as guides young women just an active parish life. It is incred- discerning religious life through the ible to see how they benefit from just Q: Since becoming a deacon, vocations process. This past March, a simple visit,” Sister DeYonker said. Donate - Renew - Subscribe how has your spiritual life grown? Sister DeYonker organized a “come Sister DeYonker writes a weekly A: As the formation program and see” for the Adrian Dominican blog about vocations called “A Sister sisters in the Diocese of Palm Beach. came to an end and we began to Reflects.” In it, she offers advice and She shared that on average about 10 P.O. Box 4993 • Orlando, FL 32802-4993 receive our parish assignments, I guidance for any young women look- women — typically in their late 20s ing to walk the path of a religious 1-888-275-9953 • 407-373-0075 prayed to God and begged him not — visit the community every year, to place me in jobs that dealt with vocation. See the blog by visiting exploring the facilities, ministry and adriandominicans.org. the sick or dead. These were situa- www.thefloridacatholic.org tions that made me uncomfortable A3 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 10-23, 2019 The priest: The now of God Editor’s note: The following is the homily offered by Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito on the occasion of the annual Chrism Mass, held April FLORIDA 16, at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola in Palm Beach Gardens. 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BARBARITO: Intimacy with Christ is priest’s first priority, along with Eucharist, support from Christ

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Vatican before the circus of Rome, which visits him every year. She told me that as impressed as I was by the pope’s expression of wanting to be with the Bishops, his going to the circus obviously meant more to him. A good and humbling thought! Father Cantalamessa stressed that his role, as envisioned by Pope Francis, was not to give advice about solutions to problems but to assist the Bishops in listening to the Lord. It is only by listening to the Lord and cultivating a deep relationship with the Lord that all matters can be faced. In the con- text of the priest being the now of God, truly making God present to others, I found his presentations to be most insightful. I would like to reflect on but three points of Father Cantalamessa’s message which are essential to all of us as sharers in the Priesthood of Christ and in particular to those of us called to be Bishop Gerald M. Barbarito addressed the clergy, parishioners and Catholic school students from throughout the Diocese of Palm Beach the now of God as priests. They are: about the significance of the sacred oils and their role in unifying the faith community during the annual Chrism Mass April 16. The Mass intimacy with Christ – our first pri- is also a time to honor priestly jubilarians as all priests renew their priestly vows. (CECILIA PADILLA | FC) ority; the centrality of the Eucharist; and the support we receive from times do not even hear ourselves. ing dinner in the kitchen and Fred proper way of theological reflec- priests realize how unworthy we Christ in Gethsemane. The digital age and the abundance was watching the news on TV in tion in the words of Hans Urs von are to carry out this ministry in the Intimacy with Christ is indeed of instant communication keeps the living room. From his chair he Balthasar, as on one’s knees, not person of Christ but realize that it our first priority. We became us in touch with what is going on in asked his wife, “Martha, what are at the desk, and has praised Pope is a grace freely bestowed upon us priests in order that we might have the world before it even happens. you making for supper tonight?” Emeritus Benedict XVI, as a true by the Lord. this intimacy in a particular man- Sadly, we are also presented not Fred did not hear any response. He theologian on his knees. Bene- On more than one occasion, ner. Celibacy is a means which with what is happening but how got up and went to the door of the dict’s most recent essay respond- Father Cantalamessa emphasized fosters this intimacy as well as a that happening is perceived and kitchen and asked again, “Martha, ing to the current challenges fac- that Christ freely took upon him- means to enable us to serve more evaluated. Political correctness what are you making for supper?” ing the Church, just released on self our sins and our failures and freely. All of us are intimate with becomes more important than the Again, Fred heard no response. He Thursday, is an excellent example offered himself to the Father in Christ in the celebration of the truth. The truth cannot set us free went into the middle of the kitchen, of this. He concludes his essay with loving sacrifice. He emphasized Sacraments and the priest in a par- when the truth is not presented not too far from Martha, and asked words of gratitude to Pope Francis that through his agony in the gar- ticular way as he acts in the very to us. We do not personally com- her for the third time, “What is for for showing us the light of Christ. den, Jesus is able to be present with person of Christ. We must come municate enough with each other supper?” He heard no response I truly encourage our wonderful all of us in our own agonies, no to know that Jesus is with us dur- when we communicate through and reflected to himself that this seminarians present with us today matter what they may be. We offer ing everything that we do, and in iPhones and tablets even in the was more serious than he thought. to appreciate the time they have them to the Father with the Lord in every situation, including every presence of each other and at the Finally, he went up right behind for the study of theology on their a manner of deep prayer. He mov- imperfect situation. He has come family table. At the Last Supper, Martha and in a loud voice asked, knees and to embrace it as part of ingly spoke of the trying situation to make a home in us and for us to Judas was a perfect example of “Martha, what are you preparing their lifestyle in future ministry. I the Church is in today because of make a home in him. Prayer is the this distraction. While the Lord tonight?” Martha turned around, encourage our priests to continue the sins of others. He expressed, indispensable means for cultivat- was speaking, he was not listening looked at Fred, and said, “I already to do the same. “the ultimate cause of his (Christ’s) ing a relationship with the Lord. but texting and reading blogs from told you three times, chicken!” The For most of his homilies at Mass suffering in the Garden of Ol- Without prayer, all ministry, and the Pharisees. We need to take the problem was not Martha’s. Many during his retreat, Father Cantal- ives consisted in his taking upon indeed, all of the Christian life, is time to listen to the Lord as he truly times we think the Lord is not amessa reflected on the priority of himself sins that he had not com- without foundation, like the house speaks to us through the power of speaking when it is we who are not Eucharist. Pope Benedict XVI also mitted himself and in bearing re- built on sand. Our role model for his Spirit dwelling within us. While listening and do not even realize it. did this in his essay. Truly, for all of sponsibility for them in front of the intimacy with God is that of Christ the words of our prayer are a very I also believe that theological us the Eucharist is the center of our Father. There is a redemptive and himself. While Jesus was involved important part of it, more impor- reflection is a necessary manner of lives and the occasion where God expiatory power in doing this. . . If in a great deal of public ministry, tance is the silence that we spend preparing ourselves for intimacy is most now to us. The Eucharist we share in his sufferings, we will he also was deeply involved in with the Lord and he spends with with the Lord. As we reflect more is for the ordained priest the cen- share in his glory and in the glory prayer. The papal preacher insight- us. Through this we can become and more upon God, his nature, ter of his ministry and the reason of the Church which will most fully stated that the picture that the now of God for ourselves and his word, his relationship to us in for which he was ordained. In the certainly follow, after her purifica- emerges of Jesus in the Gospels is for others. his creation, we come personally daily life of the priest, everything tion.” As priests, in a special way, “a contemplative who every so of- Fred and Martha had just cel- to know him in a deeper way. It is flows to the Eucharist and every- we realize that being scapegoats ten moves into action, rather than ebrated their 60th wedding anni- unfortunate that the present con- thing flows from the Eucharist. It with Christ is part of our vocation, as a man of action, who every once versary. Fred was concerned that text in which we live has eclipsed is in the Eucharist where the priest part of our being the now of God. in a while allows himself periods of Martha’s hearing was not what it real theological thinking, dialogue speaks the actual words of Christ It is my special joy to thank all of contemplation.” For us as priests, it should be since he thought that she and study. Theology is not some- which now become his words and you for your love of the Church and is this personal encounter with the many times did not hear what he thing that enables us to give prac- transforms bread and wine into for being the now of God among Lord in prayer that is the fullness of said. Knowing she would not go to tical answers about God to be used the Body and Blood of Christ. The us. In a particular way, I thank our lives which enables us to be the the doctor on her own, he called for in homilies or in another manner. more the priest is cognizant of our priests who make God now now of God to others. an appointment and told the doc- It enables us to encounter God in this, the more he is in touch with through their lives of configura- I believe that we live in a world tor his concerns. The doctor made the now so that we can personally his identity as a priest. The more tion with Christ. My brothers, you that finds it very difficult to enter an appointment for the following know him and be his instruments. the priest is able to interiorize are a source of grace and inspira- into the now of God because of so week but told Fred to test Martha’s Theology is not meant to enhance the words of the Lord, “This is my tion for me. As we now renew our many distractions placed before us. hearing by speaking to her in the administrative and organizational body given up for you,” and “This priestly commitment, may we do It is difficult to hear God because house from various places to get a functions as a corporation and is my blood poured out for you,” so with joy knowing that the Lord we are consumed by noise. We do better perspective on the problem. Pope Francis has warned about the more he is the now of God in a is with us now and it is here that we not hear each other and so many That evening Martha was prepar- this danger. He has referred to the concrete but mystical manner. We serve him. n A5 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 10-23, 2019

SEE PROFILES ON FACEBOOK The seminarian profiles are a contin- Do you think God is calling you to Meet the seminarians uation of the Diocese of Palm Beach’s enter the seminary? initiative to showcase one seminarian Put your faith into action by visiting CECILIA PADILLA JOSEPH ZARCONE Faith influ- per week on Facebook. Because of diocesepb.org/vocations to learn more of the Florida Catholic staff Hometown: Newburgh, New ence: Father support through the Diocesan Service about the call to priesthood. For more Appeal, these men continue to pursue information about St. Vincent de Paul York John Fink and their vocation. Learn more about the PALM BEACH GARDENS | For Year: pre-theology 2 Father Domi- Regional Seminary, visit svdp.edu or seminarians by following the Diocese call 561-732-4424. World Day of Prayer for Vocations, Favorite Scripture quote: “Our nick O’Dwyer of Palm Beach on Facebook. faithful all around the world set help is in the were a huge aside time to pray for those con- name of the influence on templating a vocational life or for Lord, the mak- m e . Fa t h e r me to be a man of God and to serve MAXWELL VILLWOCK those religious men and women er of heaven John was my others.” Hometown: Stuart who have already answered the and earth.” (Ps spiritual di- Food he enjoys: “I love Colombi- Year: graduating senior, first call. 124:8) rector for three years, and he an and Mexican food, specifically theology An example of those who have F a v o r i t e never ceased to encourage and the Bandeja Paisa (rice, beans, egg, Favorite quote: “Christian- answered the call to vocations are book: “My fa- motivate me by his wisdom and chorizo, steak, sweet plantains).” ity stood in the 10 seminarians of the Diocese vorite book example.” Languages: English and Span- the world like of Palm Beach at St. Vincent de is the Book of Favorite saint: “My favorite ish a light upon a Paul Regional Seminary in Boyn- Psalms in the saint is St. John Paul II because of Favorite music: Rap, rock, hill, and that ton Beach. They have chosen to Bible. No matter what situation I his extraordinary magisterium, Spanish music and classical music partial and peruse a path of prayer, reflection find myself in, there is a psalm that courage and life of prayer.” imperfect re- and study, which also requires sac- describes what I am feeling.” Top bucket list item: “I want to DEACON ROBINSON AZA flections of rifice, discipline and determina- Languages: Sicilian, Spanish, visit London, the Holy Land and to Hometown: Cali, Colombia this light were tion. As examples of Christ’s light in and Latin see Rome again.” Year: transitional deacon thrown back, the world, the seminarians strive to Who he admires: “I look up to Favorite quote: “This is the logic with more or lead a life worthy of their holy call- the Blessed Mother’s example. By LOUIS PADAVANO of sport, which is also the logic of less clearness, ing. her ‘yes’ we received the savior of Hometown: Staten Island, New life: without from the various human systems of Along with the solemnity and the world.” York sacrifices, im- belief that surrounded it.” — Robert reverence of their call to priesthood, Top bucket list item: “I would Year: pre-theology 2 portant results Hugh Benson, “The Dawn of All” the seminarians share comradery, like to visit Italy. I still have family Favorite quote: “I am every are not ob- Favorite hobbies: “I enjoy Gael- laughter, fun and an earnest desire that lives there, but I have not yet day more con- tained, or even ic football, pipe carving, PC strat- for human connection between had the opportunity to visit them.” vinced that genuine satis- egy games, reading and cooking.” themselves and the flock they will happiness in faction.” — St. Faith influence: “People who come to serve. These men each DEACON NICK ZRALLACK heaven is for John Paul II have influenced me in my faith are bring their distinct perspectives Hometown: Fort Pierce those who Faith influ- Deacon Matthew Bartlett, who wit- and experiences as a child of God to Year: transitional deacon know how to ence: “On a nessed the truth to me even when I their faith journey, enriching their Favorite Scripture quote: “He be happy on personal level, was not willing to believe, and Fa- priesthood formation. Below are must increase; I must decrease.” (Jn earth.” — St. my pa rent s ther Kevin Nelson, who I remem- brief profiles on each seminarian 3:30) Josemaria Es- showed me the importance of lis- bered from my childhood as an ex- that reveal a glimpse of their hu- Favorite hobby: “I find a great criva tening to God and giving thanks ample of piety and prayerfulness.” manity within their search for the deal of peace in Faith influ- for the blessings he’s bestowed divine. walking, even ence: “Mother and Mama. They on us. My mother exemplified se- ALAIN WATERMAN if there isn’t lived their lives as strong Catho- renity and peace, and my father Hometown: Port-au-Prince, MARC GUSTINELLI really a desti- lic women. One time, Mama was showed me how to always have Haiti Hometown: Plantation nation. I’m al- telling me about a girl she wanted faith in God.” Year: third theology Year: second theology ways amazed me to meet from our church. My Favorite hobby: “I like to listen Favorite quote: “The purpose Favorite Scripture quote: “One by the number mother said the only girls I need to music from the 1970s, 1980s, of life is to believe, to hope, and to thing I ask of the Lord; this I seek: of things that to worry about are Mary and and 1990s. I also like to contem- strive.” — Gandhi To dwell in the you see when Martha. She was obviously hop- plate nature and all that God has F a v o r i t e Lord’s house walking that ing I would go to seminary to be- created.” books: “My all the days of you would come a priest!” Favorite saint: “My favorite favorite books my life, to gaze completely miss otherwise.” Favorite saint: “My favorite saint is St. John Paul II because he are ‘The Three on the Lord’s Faith influence: “Father Mark saint is St. Philip Neri. The rea- was always a man of God. He had Musketeers’ beauty, to visit Christopher was critical for me in son why can be summed up in his many difficult experiences in his by Alexandre his temple.” (Ps my faith formation. He loved his quote: ‘A joyful heart is more eas- life, but he never gave up and re- Dumas, ‘For 27:4) ministry and he cared about peo- ily made perfect than a downcast mained confident in God. He was Those I Love’ Faith influ- ple. He made me want to be like him one.’” an example of perseverance for b y M a r t i n ence: “O ne and he set me on this path. Father Food he enjoys: “I love steak, su- young people everywhere.” Gray, ‘Les Mi- of the people George, Father Bowman and Father shi and making homemade pasta.” Languages: Spanish and English sérables’ by who influenced my calling is my Curt brought my discernment to its Victor Hugo grandpa, Frank, who has now completion through their witness.” JOSHUA MARTIN ARMANDO LEON and ‘The City of God’ by St. Augus- passed away. I think about the way What he’s thankful for: “I’m Hometown: Guayaquil, Ecua- Hometown: Manzanillo, Cuba tine of Hippo.” he was willing to join the army thankful for my family, friends and dor Year: third theology Faith influence: “My first role during WWII and to sacrifice ev- colleagues. I am who I am because Year: graduating senior, first Favorite quote: “When you talk models were the Redemptorists erything for the people he loved. of the influences of such loving and theology about God or his attributes, do it Fathers. I was really inspired by He wasn’t afraid to accept his des- caring persons in my life. The fam- Favorite quote: “Let us always with all seri- the way they served the poor, their tiny and to trust in God. His out- ily is considered the second womb meet each other with a smile, for ousness and compassion, their kindness and look on life wasn’t selfish, but self- for through it we are formed into the the smile is reverence.” — their ministry of preaching the giving. It is a constant reminder to people we become.” the beginning George Wash- word of God to the people. I was me in my calling.” What he’s afraid of: “I hate spi- of love.” — St. ington only ten years old, but their pres- Favorite saint: “I really ad- ders. I’ll politely ask them to choose Teresa of Cal- F a v o r i t e ence in my home parish really mire St. John Vianney. He had their direction so that I can go in the cutta. historical fig- moved my heart. such confidence and trust in God opposite of that.” Faith influ- ure: “I enjoy Another source of inspiration for and was dedicated to his people. ence: “Father learning about my priesthood was my family. In Nothing could stand in the way of DANIEL DONOHUE Julio Rivero Jesus in histo- our family, it is a tradition to gather the love he had for God—he was Hometown: Daytona Beach was my spiri- ry. I like to read in prayer. My mother was a woman extremely courageous and perse- Year: second theology tual director materials about his life, especially of faith and her devotion was really vering.” Favorite quote: “The only wis- and he in- the three books that Pope Benedict inspiring to my priesthood. It was Favorite hobby: “My favorite dom we can hope to acquire is the spired me because he was a very XVI wrote about him.” in this atmosphere of faith and in- hobbies are gardening, fixing cars wisdom of humility; humility is humble and wise man. His de- Languages: English and Span- volvement in the church that I re- and tinkering with mechanics.” endless.” — T.S. Eliot meanor and work ethic inspired ish ceived God’s call to the priesthood.” May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY A6 Community nurses provide respite for the weary

CECILIA PADILLA respite, from their dedicated care- 24/7 care. For instance, Sodders FOR THOSE IN NEED OF RESPITE of the Florida Catholic staff giving.” elaborated how one caregiver, who Respite services are available for care- The program also assists caregivers In 2017, the respite program re- cared for her mother with advanced givers of adults in St Lucie County. The with information on community re- PORT ST. LUCIE | Ann Sodders, ceived grant funding from Allegany Alzheimer’s, simply wanted to sit on Catholic Charities Respite Program sources that will help with caregiving. a registered nurse with 37 years of Franciscan Ministries, a member the front porch and take in the hap- offers respite care for chronically ill, Volunteer nurses are being accepted experience, wholeheartedly be- of Trinity Health, to initiate an out- penings of her neighborhood. disabled and/or homebound adults in at this time. To learn more about the lieves that when it comes to the sick reach program that provides care- “Out of curiosity, I often ask the the comfort of their home. Volunteer respite program contact Ann Sodders, in our faith community, spiritual givers to the homebound relief in caregiver what they would like to nurses are connected with caregivers registered nurse and respite program nurturing goes hand-in-hand with caring for their loved one. do with their free time,” Sodders to become their respite companion. coordinator, at 772-283-0541. physical healing. “By allowing the caregiver a said. “Many times, the caregiver As organizer of the Diocese of chance to rest and focus on them- struggles to think of anything to do Palm Beach Catholic Charities re- selves for an hour or two, it makes or can’t bear the thought of leav- came the best of friends, each learn- respite program is having volunteer spite program, Sodders also rec- them better caregivers,” Sodders ing their loved one because it’s all ing each other’s language in effort to nurses assess the home, provide ognizes that it’s not always the pa- said. “Many caregivers use their they’ve known for so long.” make a deeper human connection,” supportive resources and teach tients who need attention, it’s their time to catch up on housework, In helping caregivers, the volun- Sodders said. caregivers techniques that they can caregivers, too. sleep or enjoy a hobby they haven’t teer nurses also make new connec- Currently, the respite program apply to their caregiving. “Many homebound people in gotten to focus on in a while.” tions that impact their own lives. only services patients in St. Lucy “It’s so important to keep the our neighborhood rely on a loved One would think that given the Sodders described that one volun- County, but Sodders hopes to ex- sick and elderly comfortable at one to care for them. Oftentimes, opportunity to rest from caring for teer nurse was assigned a patient pand the program to other coun- home because it keeps the mind the caregiver is the only one their loved one, caregivers would who only spoke Spanish and the ties. She overseas four volunteer and spirit sharp. In order to do that, around to care for their mother, jump at the thought of free time. volunteer was worried commu- nurses and encourages anyone who we need more volunteers to join father or spouse and it’s a huge However, Sodders explained that in nication would be difficult. “After lives in St. Lucie County with an ac- the ranks of the respite program,” burden to carry on their own,” some cases the homebound patient spending time with each other, the tive registered nurse license to join Sodders said. n Sodders said. “They need rest, or is in an extreme state that requires volunteer nurse and patient be- the volunteer pool. A key part of the Formation graduate applies new-found knowledge to spiritual life

CECILIA PADILLA Lay noted that upon looking back gether to bring their knowledge to tian Formation, and Angelica FYI of the Florida Catholic staff on the courses, she enjoyed the sec- the table when discussing various Aguilera, Hispanic ministry and The graduation Mass for the School tions on church history the most. themes.” School of Christian Formation of Christian Formation will be held PORT ST. LUCIE | Students in She reflected that the history sur- The School of Christian Forma- coordinator. Lay expressed how at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius the School of Christian Formation rounding various clergy and how tion is structured in such a way well attended the retreat was Loyola Tuesday, May 14 at 6 p.m. will graduate May 14, after dedicat- they stood the test of time put into where students undergo evalua- and noted that there was a large All are welcome to attend. For ing three years to the religious edu- perspective the perseverance of tions before and after each segment showing of Spanish-speakers information on the School of Chris- cation program. the Catholic Church through the of the program. “I was blown away present. tian Formation, including course The students, who are adults centuries. Beyond the subject mat- by how much I grew in my under- “I was impressed with the fact listings, scheduling and financial from various parishes throughout ter, Lay expressed that the sense of standing of Catholicism before and that these classes are offered in requirements, visit diocesepb.org/ the Diocese of Palm Beach, will cel- community she felt from the other after the classes. The evaluations both English and Spanish, and that school-of-christian-formation or call ebrate their graduation with a Mass classmates united them in one are a great way to measure how far there is a desire from both language 561-775-9544. presided by Bishop Gerald M. Bar- common goal — to know their faith you’ve come,” Lay said. communities to come together un- barito. All are invited to attend the more deeply. The third-year students at- der one faith,” she said. “I want to stand my faith better. In the future, Mass in support of the new gradu- “At times throughout the course, tended a graduation retreat at take what I’ve learned in the pro- I would like to become a catechist at ates. Bonita Lay, a confirmation cat- the catechists would ask us to de- Mary Immaculate parish in West gram and modify it for children in the School of Christian Formation. echist at Holy Family Parish in Port fend Catholicism in certain top- Palm Beach led by Father Duván my religious education programs at It’s an experience that pushed me to St. Lucie, is a soon-to-be graduate ics. It was inspiring to see how my Bermudez, director of Hispanic Holy Family. I feel better equipped grow spiritually, and I want to help from the School of Christian For- fellow classmates would rally to- ministry and the School of Chris- to teach them now that I under- others do the same.” n mation, who is especially excited to take her new-found knowledge of the Catholic faith into the com- munity. “I don’t believe that knowledge is power. I believe that applied knowl- edge is power,” Lay said. “That’s why I’m going to take the lessons I’ve learned from the School of Christian Formation and apply them to my role as a catechist of the faith.” Serving the Fort Pierce The decision to enter the pro- gram is not taken lightly, as it re- Community since 1972 quires three years of commitment and numerous evening and week- end hours to complete. However, MASS SCHEDULE the result is a renewed love and awe for the faith that draws practic- Daily Monday to Friday 8 a.m. ing Catholics deeper into the fold. Saturday Vigil 4 p.m. “Many people who have grown up Catholic, myself included, are cul- Sunday 8:30 a.m., 10 a.m., Noon tural Catholics and not intentional

Catholics. We see examples of the 11137-0510 faith in our lives but don’t always 1924 Zephyr Ave., Fort Pierce know it as thoroughly as we should. www.stmarkftpierce.org • 772-461-8150 12884-0510 This is why I decided to enroll in All are Welcome the School of Christian Formation,” said Lay. A7 YOUR PALM BEACH COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 10-23, 2019

S. 12th St., Fort Pierce. 772-465- Catholic Charities Respect DIOCESAN EVENTS SOCIAL MEDIA 8298. Life Ministry seeks volunteers The Diocese of Palm Beach is excited Palm Beach Youth Ministry (@DPBYouth); to take on roles as respect life Graduation for the School parish representatives. Contact of Christian Formation: to engage with its stakeholders on Catholic Young Adults of Palm Beach (@ social media. Please follow us and CYAPB); Diocese of Palm Beach Family Life RETREATS/DAYS Deanna Herbst, 561-360-3330, May 14, 6 p.m., Cathedral [email protected]. of St. Ignatius Loyola, 9999 join the conversation on our various (DIocesePBFamilyLife); Catholic Charities OF PRAYER N. Military Trail, Palm Beach Facebook pages. Diocese of Palm Palm Beach (@CatholicCharitiesPB); Holy Hour: First Fridays, 10:30 a.m., Cathedral of St. Ignatius Gardens. The Diocese of Palm Beach (@DiocesePB); Diocese of Palm Diócesis de Palm Beach-Pastoral Our Lady of Florida Loyola, 9999 N. 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Everyone is invited employees, all Church personnel a vocation as a priest or religious 561-345-2000. to attend this liturgy, with Rosary gathering: First for permission to apply, and and volunteers. Visit: www. brother or sister. Pray a rosary Bishop Barbarito as celebrant. diocesepb.org and click on for more young men and women Saturdays, 9 a.m., near download the application from Presidential Women’s Center Monthly Mind Mass to the diocesan website, www. Offices/Safe Environments in our diocese to respond to remember departed souls: or www.diocesepb.org/safe- God’s call. in West Palm Beach, 100 diocesepb.org/deacon-formation. Northpoint Parkway, West Palm Second Saturdays, 10 a.m., Our Deadline: June 30, 2019. Classes environments. Healing Retreat: May 24-26, Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery, Our Lady of Florida Spiritual Beach. Led by Respect Life begin in the fall 2020. 561-775- Office. 561-360-3330. 10941 Southern Blvd., Royal 9540, [email protected]. 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If you’re a retired Women of Grace ministry Monthly Holy Hour of nurse looking for a way to program is seeking volunteers prayer and adoration: Last serve your faith community, to facilitate study programs Thursdays, 7 p.m., Cathedral this course focuses on care for English-speakers and also of St. Ignatius Loyola, 9999 of the whole person—mind, for Spanish-speakers. Training N. Military Trail, Palm Beach body, and spirit. Open to all sessions are held at St. Joan of Gardens. Sacrament of currently licensed RNs, 36 Arc Parish, 319 S.W. Third Street, reconciliation available. Evening Continuing Education Unit. Boca Raton. Call Martha Nicolli, of simple praise and worship of Offered by Catholic Charities 561-212-8673 or mnicolli@ 10186-0510 Jesus present in the Eucharist. Interfaith Health & Wellness womenofgrace.com. ministry. Scholarships are Social follows. 561-622-2565. Parish nurse meetings: available, 561-345-2000 ext. 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CECILIA PADILLA to Palestine was hindered because of the Florida Catholic staff of the Crusades and the outbreak of plague. Thus, the labyrinth was a WEST PALM BEACH | Dee substitute pilgrimage to those who Crane has been walking the laby- vowed to visit the holy city. rinth at Holy Name of Jesus Parish Crane explained that the laby- in West Palm Beach for 22 years. rinth used at Holy Name of Jesus Typically used as a form of medita- is a 12-circuit design divided into tive prayer during Lent, the laby- four quadrants. These four sec- rinth symbolizes our never-ceasing tions are cruciform in appearance journey in seeking Christ. and represent the four Gospels and “I found the labyrinth during a four stages of life (birth, childhood, time in my life where I was experi- adulthood, death). The 12 circuits encing hardship and struggle. The that fold back on each other echo labyrinth was a way for me to center the 12 tribes of Israel and the 12 myself in Christ through meditative apostles. It’s important to note that prayer,” Crane said. unlike a maze, which has dead- The labyrinth at Holy Name of ends and roadblocks, a labyrinth Jesus parish is modeled after the has one path that leads directly to ancient labyrinth at Chartres Ca- the center. The prayer labyrinth's winding pathway is an ideal pattern for structured contemplation. Dee Crane thedral in France, which dates to The center of the labyrinth rep- encourages parishioners to engage in the labyrinth's metaphor as a journey to seek Christ at the center the 13th century and is 42 feet in resents divine illumination and of all things. (COURTESY) diameter with pathways that lead Christ within, a place for receiv- to the center of the cathedral. Now, ing clarity and insight. The return mind: focus on the path to feel the Often, there are many people walk- that she had been feeling like she after dedicating years to walking walk is viewed as a path of union experience, spend time in reflection ing the labyrinth at one time and was left to die alone in this world. the labyrinth, Crane facilitates the — joining God — bringing back when you reach the center, face the they might cross each other’s paths After the labyrinth, we were united labyrinth ministry at the parish. to the world a renewed vision or a labyrinth in reverence when you along the way. This symbolizes the in our meditation and prayer and Within its winding path, the refreshed spirit. The labyrinth en- exit and walk often. way we encounter our neighbor she expressed that her heaviness labyrinth holds symbolism root- hances prayer life as a symbol of “Like our journey in Christ, the and the good we are called to do had been lifted.” n ed in Catholicism of the Middle the world’s complexities and diffi- labyrinth is a sure path in a chang- through spiritual support. “An older Ages. Many cathedral’s in Europe culties, which we experience in our ing and uncertain world. It is a one- woman came to walk the labyrinth Catholic schools, parishes and were sites of pilgrimages and early journey through life. on-one conversation with God that for the first time, and she said to organizations may reserve the Christians would often take a vow Crane said anyone walking the only you can have as you journey me that she was unsure of the path labyrinth in advance for retreats to visit Jerusalem as a part of their labyrinth is encouraged to person- through the labyrinth,” Crane said. and wanted me to walk it with her,” or days of prayer. To make a reser- formation as followers of Christ. alize their prayer and meditation, The labyrinth also holds a sense Crane said. “I did, and at the end of vation, contact Dee Crane, laby- During this time, however, travel but to keep five key principals in of community for those who walk it. the labyrinth she confessed to me rinth facilitator, at 561-312-8182.

Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery Annual Memorial Day Mass May 27th at 10 a.m.

The diocesan cemetery, Our Lady Queen of Peace Cemetery, will be celebrating its annual Memorial Day Mass. His Excellency, the Most Reverend Gerald M. Barbarito, will be the main celebrant. All clergy, parishioners, and families of the Diocese of Palm Beach are invited to attend this Mass. This Mass is offered for all of those who have died in service to our country and for all of those who have served in the military. A light reception will follow. The cemetery is located exactly one mile west of State Road 7 (US-441) and is three miles west of the Florida Turnpike at 10941 Southern Boulevard, in Royal Palm Beach. For more information, contact us at 561-793-0711 or visit us on the Web: www.ourqueen.org

10941 Southern Blvd. • Royal Palm Beach 11212-0510 WWW.THEFLORIDACATHOLIC.ORG | May 10-23, 2019 FLORIDACatholic VENICE DIOCESE HONORING OUR LADY Pilgrims enhance Marian devotion

BOB REDDY of the Florida Catholic staff

VENICE | A hearty group of those dedi- cated to a Marian devotion took part in a special pilgrimage May 4 by trekking be- tween Our Lady of Lourdes Parish and Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Center in Venice. On a steamy Saturday morning, Bishop Frank J. Dewane kicked-off the pilgrimage in front of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish with a prayer noting that the walk was to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary and to pray in solidar- ity for persecuted Christians throughout the world who face oppression and death each day. During the 6.9-mile walk, the pilgrims, including Bishop Dewane, prayed the ro- sary in several languages, recited the Divine Mercy Chaplet and sang a number of Marian songs. The walk concluded at the retreat cen- ter with a May Crowning ceremony with a lei and crown of flowers placed upon a Marian statue. A lunch of hot dogs and hamburgers Participants in the May 4 Walk to Our Lady: A Marian Pilgrimage to the Mary Crowning rounded out the day. journey from Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Venice to Our Lady of Perpetual Help “Absolutely wonderful,” said Claire Retreat Center. At right, at the conclusion of the journey, a statue of Mary, seen at Dawkins of Our Lady of Lourdes Parish. “Our left, was crowned with flower. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) Lady means so much to me. I go to a parish dedicated to her honor. I pray for her inter- to the call of the Lord,” Cunningham said. Bishop Frank cessions every day. It is so wonderful that the “The least I could do was walk a few miles on Dewane, see Diocese does this walk. I just moved to Flori- a hot day to honor her.” at far right da and this is the best thing I’ve done since I The walk, which followed Center Road, in a red hat bearing the moved in January.” Jackson Street, Border Road and then South University A group from St. Michael Parish in Wau- Moon Drive, traveled under and later over In- of Wisconsin chula, escorted by religious sisters, took part terstate 75, was a joint effort of the Diocesan 'W,' was in the walk and they enjoyed the experience. Department of Communications Office and among “It was good to be here,” one young man said. Office of Evangelization. participants Another group represented the Vietnamese Along the route many people stop to watch of the youth from St. Martha Parish in Sarasota. the pilgrims pass by. Several wondered what walking Bridget Cunningham of Epiphany Cathe- was going on and all were impressed by the pilgrimage. dral in Venice explained that the walk was commitment of the participants as they good for her because she had a chance to pray walked in the heat and humidity for some- the rosary multiple times during the three- thing in which they truly believed. hour pilgrimage, something she admits she The pilgrimage had a Sheriff’s Office es- does not do as often as she should. cort and two trolleys to allow the pilgrims a eral portable restrooms and cold water and the pilgrims for the sacrifice they made and “I love Mary and all that she represents to chance to get out of the heat or rest and then snacks were available along the way. for the good they did as part of their public the world because she is who we all work hard later as transportation to return to their vehi- Following the May Crowning, Bishop De- witness to Our Lady on behalf of persecuted to become, someone who unfailing responds cles from the Retreat Center. In addition, sev- wane imparted an apostolic blessing upon Christians everywhere. n Two Masses held in diocese to remember victims of child abuse BOB REDDY Within the past year, the Bishop said the As the Episcopal leader of the Diocese of mechanism, the task falls to all of us to ap- of Florida Catholic staff scandal has brought to light the reality that Venice, Bishop Dewane said he takes on the peal to the Lord, that He will look upon those while much is being done to protect minors, greatest responsibility to act, but everyone who have been abused and that they will VENICE | It is imperative that all Catho- there is more work to do and no one should must join in prayer for the victims of abuse find healing.” lics, as part of Holy Mother Church, look at be left unaccountable in this regard. – that they find healing. Prayer from all must also be directed to- what role they can have in being agents of “We all have a role in working to end the “The most tragic part of the scandal is the ward the priests and the Bishops throughout change in the Church sex abuse scandal. evil that is abuse,” the Bishop explained not- continued suffering of the victims of abuse the country and the world as Holy Mother Bishop Frank J. Dewane spoke about the ing that role is defined by the position of re- by clergy and the hierarchy,” the Bishop Church attempts to address this scandal in crisis at two Masses in April which were held sponsibility one has within the Church. “All stressed. “We have to recognize those in our a more immediate way. The prayers should for the prayer intentions of all the victims of of us have to speak up, and we have to act midst who are wounded. They may be so focus on how Church leaders can come to child abuse and for the victims of abuse by when we see something, or when we come wounded that they may not be able to pray. clergy. to learn of something.” Because prayer is a very powerful healing PLEASE SEE VICTIMS MASSES, A2 May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A2

NEWSbriefs Teacher, students students in 30 Cape Coral elemen- tates the students’ participation Parks and Recreation-First Place), tary, middle and high schools. St. in community art events such as soccer (SACS First Place team), art earn awards Andrew Catholic School Art teach- those sponsored by the Alliance of (Alliance of the Arts), and a three- On April 29, the Cape Coral er, Diana Villadolid, and eighth the Arts and the Edison Ford Es- time Sunshine State Luncheon at- Chamber of Commerce Excellence grader, Jackalyn Flynn, were hon- tate. She also serves as the school’s tendee for achieving top levels in in Education Awards ceremony ored for excellence as educator and marketing director. Jackalyn Flynn reading. She plans to attend Bishop St. Andrew eighth grader took place at the Broadway Palm student. will be graduating from St. Andrew Verot High School. She would enjoy Jackalyn Flynn, left, and art Dinner Theatre in Fort Myers. The Villadolid has taught Art at St. Catholic School in May and has becoming a writer or story editor teacher Diana Villadolid. chamber recognized educators and Andrew for 15 years. She facili- won awards for tennis (Cape Coral someday.

AVE MARIA NEUMANN TRACK RELAY PLACES SECOND MASS Bishop Frank J. Dewane celebrated the Baccalaureate Mass for the Ave Maria University graduating class May 3, in Ave Maria. The Bishop encouraged the graduates to carry Christ with them always beyond college and into the next phase in their lives. Having the Lord by their side will give them the strength The St. John Neumann Catholic High School boys track 4x100 relay team was the to overcome any Florida High School Athletic Association’s 1A state runner-up May 4, during the obstacle they may Track and Field Championships at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville. face in the future. The Naples relay team placed second with a school record-breaking time of (BOB REDDY | FC) 42.23. The runners were Daniel DeSantis, Justin Mathieu, JP Raiger and Alex Myrin. Mathieu also placed second in the 1A long jump finals. (COURTESY)

VICTIMS MASSES Bishop PRAYERS FOR HEALING VICTIMS OF ABUSE Frank J. FROM A1 Dewane God of endless love, ever caring, ever speaks strong, always present, always just: during a You gave your only Son to save us by solutions; to root out the causes, Mass for his blood on the cross. and to focus on programs within Victims Gentle Jesus, shepherd of peace, parishes so that there is greater of Abuse join to your own suffering the pain of awareness of what must be done April all who have been hurt in body, mind, and spirit by those who betrayed the trust and how each one of us can be an 24 at placed in them. agent of that change. Epiphany Hear the cries of our brothers and sisters who have been gravely harmed, and “Here in the Diocese of Venice, Cathedral the cries of those who love them. Soothe their restless hearts with hope, steady we strive to address the victims in Venice. their shaken spirits with faith. Grant them justice for their cause, enlightened by of abuse immediately and with (BOB your truth. compassion,” Bishop Dewane ex- REDDY Holy Spirit, comforter of hearts, heal your people’s wounds and transform plained. “We have also put in place | FC) brokenness into wholeness. Grant us the courage and wisdom, humility and measures where we try to prevent grace, to act with justice. Breathe wisdom into our prayers and labors. Grant that this from ever happening again. If all harmed by abuse may find peace in justice. it does, we will respond in a more We ask this through Christ, our Lord. Amen. intense and focused way and with — Courtesy of the Secretariat of Child and Youth Protection of the U.S. a greater immediacy. All possible Conference of Catholic Bishops measures are being be taken so that activities and places are safe, efforts to nationally promote the FYI Una Oración de Sanación Víctimas de Abuso particularly for minors.” awareness of child abuse and ne- Dios del amor infinito, Siempre presente, siempre justo; The Bishop also acknowledges glect, the Secretariat of Child and For a more detailed information about what the Diocese of Venice Tú nos cuidas y nos proteges Y nos diste a tu único Hijo Para salvarnos con su that there are no easy solutions to Youth Protection of the United does to prevent abuse or where the sangre en la cruz. the ongoing crisis and that it will States Conference of Catholic Bish- nearest Safe Environment class is Jesús manso, pastor de la paz, Dígnate unir a tu propio sufrimiento el dolor de take time for the Church to regain ops (USCCB) joined in promoting being held, visit www.dioceseof todos los que han sido heridos De cuerpo, mente y espíritu por parte de aquellos credibility but the work to do so is this effort. venice.org/safeenvironment. que traicionaron la confianza puesta en ellos. continuing. The Diocese of Venice is com- The two Masses to pray for the mitted to providing a comprehen- Escucha el clamor de nuestros hermanos y hermanas Que han sido lastimados gravemente, Así como el clamor de aquellos que los aman. Dales la esperanza Victims of Child Abuse were April sive program in an effort to protect (clergy, religious and laity), those que mitigue el desosiego de sus corazones, Dales la fe que calme sus espíritus 24 at Epiphany Cathedral in Ven- the most vulnerable from all types volunteers and others regularly perturbados. Concédeles justicia para su causa, Ilumínalos con tu verdad. ice and the second was April 25 at of abuse. In addition to the Masses, involved with minors, and par- St. Leo the Great Parish in Bonita each year the Diocese of Venice ents, about the issue of abuse of Espíritu Santo, consolador de corazones, Cura las heridas de tus hijos e hijas y devuelve la integridad a lo que ha sido quebrantado. Concédenos el valor y la Springs. This is the 12th year Bish- conducts Safe Environment Pro- children, including the detec- sabiduría, La humildad y la gracia, para actuar con justicia. Sopla tu sabiduría en op Dewane has celebrated Masses gram training sessions for thou- tion, prevention and reporting nuestras oraciones y empeños. Que todos los que han sido heridos por el abuso for victims of abuse. sands, including clergy, religious of child abuse. In addition, the encuentren paz y justicia. Te lo pedimos por Cristo, nuestro Señor. Amén. The Masses were held during and laity who work or volunteer in Safe Environment Program has April, which is Child Abuse Aware- the Diocese. a component which includes ness Prevention Month, which in The mission of the Safe En- training sessions for children and a comprehensive audit from the Protection to ensure that the Dio- 1983 was establish the U.S. Con- vironment Program is to pro- young people in Catholic schools. U.S. Conference of Catholic Bish- cese of Venice is in compliance gress. In keeping with continued vide education for all employees The Diocese annually undergoes ops Secretariat of Child and Youth with current directives. n A3 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 10-23, 2019 Divine Mercy Sunday: ‘Jesus, I trust in you’

BOB REDDY of the Florida Catholic staff

FORT MYERS | The second Sunday of Easter, or Divine Mercy Sunday, completes the octave of Easter, a celebration of the resurrec- tion of Jesus Christ and the blessing of his continuing presence in our midst. The Gospel reading for Di- vine Mercy Sunday, April 28, recalls the encounter between St. Thomas and Jesus after the resurrection. For many in the Diocese, the feast of Divine Mercy takes on a power- ful meaning when they participate in a private or public prayer called Father Anthony Lukka and Fred Godutti kneel before the Blessed the Chaplet of Divine Mercy. Each Sacrament as part of a Divine Mercy Sunday celebration April 28 at year many parishes throughout the St. William Parish in Naples. Diocese hold Divine Mercy services Children place flowers before a Divine Mercy image at St. William and novenas. The popularity of Di- cially for poor sinners. I pour out a vice. This included exposition of Parish in Naples on April 28, as part of a Divine Mercy Sunday vine Mercy has been noticed and whole ocean of graces upon these the Blessed Sacrament, a reflection celebration. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) embraced by many diverse com- souls who approach the font of my from Father Anthony Lukka, reci- munities throughout the Diocese. mercy … let no soul fear to draw tation of the Divine Mercy litany, an important time to remind broth- mercy upon the world.” Divine Mercy Sunday celebrates near to me, even though its sins singing of the Divine Mercy Chap- ers and sisters in Christ of the need Pope Francis describes the Cath- the mercy of Jesus as reminded us be many.” let, and concluded with a venera- to be merciful and that no sin is too olic Church as the “Church of Mer- by St. Maria Faustina Kowalska, a The image of the Divine Mercy tion of the image of Divine Mercy. great to receive the Lord’s forgive- cy” and stresses the importance religious sister who lived a humble was created by St. Faustina who A large newly-created painting of ness, Father Lukka explained. that everyone “be apostles of God’s life to whom Jesus appeared. St. was told to paint the image of Jesus the Divine Mercy image, by Rosalie “Don’t take forgiveness for grant- Mercy.” Faustina was born in Krakow, Po- as she saw him. The painting has Polivika Ramstead, was on display ed,” he warned. “You must ask for From the Vatican on Divine Mer- land, and lived from 1905-1938 be- the saying at the bottom: “Jesus, I during the prayer service. forgiveness, which will help you cy Sunday, Pope Francis reflected ing canonized by St. John Paul II in trust in you.” The rays emanating The prayer service began with a grow closer to Jesus Christ.” on Christ’s wounds, which he said 2000, who at that time declared the from Jesus represent water, which procession that brought the Divine Georgina Stringer loves the Di- contain the difficulties and per- second Sunday of Easter is Divine makes souls righteous, and blood, Mercy image forward while being vine Mercy devotion and takes secutions endured by people who Mercy Sunday. which is the life of souls, Jesus told escorted by the Color Corps of the part in the novena of Divine Mercy, suffer today. St. Faustina wrote in her di- St. Faustina. Knights of Columbus. First chil- which began Good Friday. “It is “Touch the wounds of Jesus,” ary what Jesus told her: “I desire At St. William Parish in Naples, dren, then adults placed red and comforting to know that this devo- Pope Francis said. “The wounds that the feast of mercy be a refuge Divine Mercy Sunday included the white flowers before the image. tion exists to allow us all to pray as of Jesus are a treasure from which and shelter for all souls but espe- traditional afternoon prayer ser- Divine Mercy Sunday serves as one as we trust in the Lord to bring mercy comes.” n Scouting awards presented at annual Mass to youth, Diocese

BOB REDDY of Florida Catholic staff

VENICE | Girls and boys from throughout the Diocese of Ven- ice participated in a Mass May 5, at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice wearing the uniforms of their Scout troop. Designated as scouting Sun- day, the Mass was followed by an award ceremony in the Parish Hall to celebrate and recognize the girls and boys who commit themselves to scouting while remaining true to the Faith. Members of the Boy Scouts participate in Mass at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice May 5. Scouts, Cub Scouts, Girl Scouts, Brownies, American Heritage Girls day, Light of Christ, Parvuli Dei, Three American Heritage Girl and the Vietnamese Eucharistic Ad Altare Dei awards. Each award Troops earned the Pope Paul VI Youth Society participated in the requires the Scout to participate Catholic Quality Unit Award: Troop ceremony. in different activities, which help 1203 of St. Francis Xavier Parish in Bishop Frank J. Dewane presents an award to an American Heritage During a reception following increase their faith and become Fort Myers; Troop 2112 of Epiphany Girl during a Scouting Awards ceremony on May 5 at Epiphany Mass, Bishop Frank J. Dewane more difficult to earn as the Scout Cathedral in Venice; and Troop Cathedral in Venice as Diocesan Scout Chaplain Father Lawton Lang presented more than 250 awards, advances. 1029 of Ave Maria Parish in Ave looks on. (PHOTOS BY BOB REDDY | FC) with some Scouts receiving mul- During the awards ceremony, Di- Maria. Additional adult recogni- tiple honors. The awards included: ocesan Scout Awards Coordinator tion included the Duty to God, the highest recognition from the Na- Awards, Bishop Dewane congratu- Rosary Series, Faith Series, Foot- Bob Paquette presented Bishop De- St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, and the tional Federation for Catholic Youth lated each of the award recipients steps of American Saints, Modern wane was presented with the Qual- Bronze Pelican awards. Ministry for a Diocese to confer to and all Scouts. Saints, Women in Scripture, Mod- ity Diocese Award, which is given Lastly, Melissa Harkness of the an adult working in youth ministry. Participating in the ceremony els of Faith, Child of God, Family to a Diocese for its commitment to American Heritage Girl Troop 1203 Recognizing the hard work was Scouts Chaplain Father Law- of God, Mother Mary, Queen of the supporting Catholic scouting. This at St. Francis Xavier Parish in Fort and commitment that the Scouts ton Lang, who is an Eagle Scout, and Rosary, Mary, the First Disciple, is the 10th year in a row the Diocese Myers was presented the Com- throughout the Diocese of Venice Diocese of Venice Director of Evan- I Live My Faith, Priesthood Sun- of Venice has received this award. panions on the Journey Award, the make to earn the Catholic Religious gelization Joshua Mazrin. n May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A4 TV Mass honors mothers May 12 BOB REDDY of the Florida Catholic staff can be hard because they are so far away.” Ryan and the other mothers OSPREY | It is fitting that Moth- were pleased when they were each er’s Day falls in May, a month dedi- presented with a rose following the cated to the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mass as a thank you for their pres- FLORIDA Mother of God. ence and for being mothers. “How Because Mother’s Day is such an wonderful.” Catholic important time to honor all moth- Pope Francis said the love of all DIOCESE OF VENICE ers, Bishop Frank J. Dewane made mothers, including Mary, is the a point to be the celebrant for the foundation of humanity and the Vol. 80, No. 13 Televised Mass for the Homebound cure for a world often divided and for May 12, the fourth Sunday of filled with bitterness. 1000 Pinebrook Road Easter. Recorded at Our Lady of The Holy Father praised mothers Venice, FL 34285 Mount Carmel Parish in Osprey, the for the heroism they show in self- 941-484-9543 • Fax 941-483-1121 Bishop said to the mothers present giving, strength in compassion, and those who are homebound: “I wisdom in weakness, saying they PUBLISHER want to tell you what a gift you are, are people who know how to take Bishop Frank Dewane not only to your family and chil- their children by the hand and lov- Diocesan TV Mass for the Homebound Producer Gail Ardy, right, DIOCESAN EDITOR dren, but to society as a whole.” ingly introduce them to life. presents roses to mothers following a May 2 taping of the Mass at Bob Reddy Ann Ryan said it was an honor to “A world that looks to the future Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Osprey, which will air on Mother's [email protected] be present for the taping with Bish- without a mother’s gaze is short- Day. (COURTESY) 941-484-9543 op Dewane for the Mass, which will sighted,” the pope added. “The hu- air on Mother’s Day. man family is built upon mothers. dren, which will help make the per- older. Everything gets more com- • SUBSCRIPTIONS, CIRCULATION: “It is so good of the Bishop to re- A world in which maternal tender- fect Mother’s Day. “Being together plicated, but as my mother told me, Contact Tammy Osborne at 1-888-275-9953, member us mothers,” Ryan said. “I ness is dismissed as mere sentiment would be best, but the video-chat- you stay steady and let them grow or customerservice@theflorida was very close to my mother and may be rich materially, but poor ting is pretty close. It will be special into their own person by being the catholic.org I’m very close to my daughters. where the future is concerned.” because my girls are starting to re- guiding force in their lives. 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STAFF REPORT were systematically killed and to tell the true story of the Holocaust. FYI SARASOTA | History can often The boxcar weighs 10 tons and is 10 For more information about The be difficult to understand because feet by 30 feet. It was in this type of Holocaust Museum and the Boxcar time can create a certain detach- boxcar in which anywhere from 70 Exhibit is available by contacting Sam ment from past events. Students at to 120 men, women and children Parish, director of operations/educa- St. Martha Catholic School in Sara- were transported at a time. People tion specialist at sam@holocaustmu- sota were given a gift by hosting an were forced to spend an average of seumswfl.org or 239-263-9200. For artifact that dates to the Holocaust. two to four days crammed into the more information about St. Martha For two weeks, a railroad box- boxcar, and some for several weeks, Catholic School in Sarasota, visit www. car, used in Nazi Germany during depending upon their starting point stmarthaschool.net. World War II, was on display in or ultimate destination. Conditions the parking lot of the school. The were horrific, with no windows, no also serves as a warning that some- mobile Boxcar Exhibit was on loan food, no water and no bathrooms. thing so innocuous, a boxcar built from the Holocaust Museum and Students had trouble putting to transport goods for commerce, Janet G. and Harvey D. Cohen Edu- what they learned into words as it could be used to facilitate evil – the cation Center in Naples. was hard to imagine anyone, in- systematic extermination of the The Holocaust Museum Boxcar cluding children their own age, go- Jewish people and others. Exhibit is one component of the ing through the horrors of a geno- Along with studying the Holo- St. Martha Catholic School eighth cide. Through displays, the real- caust, the eighth grade students grade curriculum that includes les- ity of genocide in the Holocaust in have been and working on projects sons and projects based upon World Europe was put into perspective as that reflect their learning. During War II and The Holocaust. The visit students also studied the genocide the Boxcar Exhibit, the completed of the boxcar coincides with the within parts of Africa. projects were on display in the lob- Students from St. Martha Catholic School in Sarasota enter a Boxcar internationally recognized date for Students at all grade levels at St. by of the Zazarino Center located Exhibit on loan from the Holocaust Museum and Janet G. and Harvey Holocaust Remembrance Day (May Martha Catholic School learn the on the school campus. One such D. Cohen Education Center in Naples. (COURTESY) 2), which also marks the anniver- lessons about the Holocaust in age- example is the Holocaust Remem- sary of the Warsaw Ghetto Upris- appropriate instruction and each brance Quilt Project. locaust and issues of cultural diver- the Museum’s mission – “teach the ing. The boxcar was on display for were given tours of the boxcar dur- The primary goal of the projects sity, prejudice, individual identity, lessons of the Holocaust to inspire the students and open to the public ing its stay. One student noted how is to open the hearts and minds of choice and personal freedom. action against bigotry, hatred and from April 29 to May 10. sad the boxcar made her feel but students and members of the com- The Boxcar Exhibit has trav- violence.” As students were brought into found it interesting to learn about munity through the artistic repre- eled to more than 75 locations in The Holocaust Museum provid- the boxcar in groups of 20, they what happened and that something sentation of important issues and six Southwest Florida counties, ed information cards for visitors, fell silent as the exhibit took visi- like the Holocaust must never hap- themes raised by the Holocaust. impacting more than 100,000 stu- as well as educational materials for tors back in time. The boxcars were pen again. Through this effort, the students dents and adults. A rare artifact, the school suitable for use with lan- used for the deportation of people In addition to keeping the story are encouraged to reflect and gain this boxcar is an invaluable and guage arts, social studies and math to concentration camps where they of the Holocaust alive, the exhibit a greater understanding of the Ho- mobile educational tool to support curricula. n May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A6

GALA SEASON WINDS DOWN Support for Catholic Charities shines

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NAPLES | From late January through early April the faithful have had multiple opportu- nities to have fun while also supporting the important programs of Catholic Charities Dio- cese of Venice, Inc. Starting with the 30th annual Sarasota Charity Ball Jan. 26, through the Sugar Bowl Show of Shows in Bradenton April 5, these events serve a dual purpose of raising money but also raising awareness of the varied pro- grams that help the neediest in the commu- nity. The Teach a Man to Fish Gala was held Feb. 2, at the Englewood Elks Lodge, benefitting the New Paradigm of Catholic Charities program This table of people is from St. Martha Parish in Sarasota were The annual Our Mother’s House Wine Tasting and Dinner Auction among the many patrons at the March 2 Mardis Gras Madness at that provides transitional housing for strug- took place Feb. 28 at the Venice Community Center. gling families in Charlotte County. Michael’s on East to benefit Betheda House of Catholic Charities. A week later was the Venetian Ball, which was held Feb. 9 at the Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort in Bonita Springs, to benefit the programs in Lee, Hendry and Glades counties. The 2019 Frank Galeana Sr. Humanitarian Award went to the students, faculty and staff of Bishop Verot Catholic High School for their generous support of Catholic Charities and continued willingness to help members of the community. Next came an event with a country and western theme, the Feb. 23 Boots and Bandan- as at Kingsway Golf and Country Club in Lake Suzy to benefit programs in DeSoto County. During the gala held at the Hyatt Coconut Point in Estero, The Atlantic City Boys perform April 5 at the Neel Performing Bishop Verot Catholic High School Principal Denny Dennison, On the last day of February, the Our Mother’s Arts Center in Bradenton during the Sugar Bowl Show of Shows right, accepts the Elizabeth Kay Galeana Humanitarian Award House Wine Tasting and Dinner Auction at the Sarasota-Bradenton to benefit Catholic Charities. on behalf of the school for its support of Catholic Charities. Venice Community Center drew a huge crowd to help the program that helps prevent home- lessness for mothers with young children. The good times were rolling at the Bethesda House Mardi Gras Madness at Michael’s On East in Sarasota March 2. The fundraiser ben- efited the program for people living with HIV. Guests were dressed in bright, Mardi Gras col- ors and masks. Next came the annual Emerald Ball at the Ritz-Carlton Beach Resort in Naples to support the programs in Collier County. A featured program was the Weekend Powerpack pro- gram which provides snacks and food for the poorer children in the area on weekends. Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice Inc. CEO Philomena Pereir The season concluded with two fabulous poses for a picture at The Teach a Man to Fish Gala at the These boys and girls performed dance routines during the events on the same day. First, about 200 golf- Englewood Elks Lodge in Englewood to benefit New Paradigm Boots and Bandanas gathering Feb. 23 at Kingsway Golf and ers took part in the 2019 AFCAAM Charity Golf of Catholic Charities on Feb. 2. She is seen with New Paradigm Country Club in Lake Suzy to benefit the Catholic Charities Classic at the Forest Country Club in Fort My- co-founder Kathy Nelson. (COURTESY PHOTOS) programs of DeSoto County. ers. Proceeds from the tournament benefited AFCAAM of Catholic Charities, which pro- vides disadvantaged children with the after- The March 23 school reading program and youth mentoring Emerald Ball was programs in the communities of Dunbar and held at the Ritz- Harlem Heights. Carlton Beach Resort That same night, the rock and roll harmo- in Naples to benefit nies of the Atlantic City Boys entertained more the programs of than 500 people at the 2019 Sugar Bowl Show Catholic Charities. of Shows at the Neel Performing Arts Center in (COURTESY Bradenton. All proceeds go to families in the PHOTOS) community who are experiencing a financial hardship. Each of these events was special in its own way as everyone who attended left with a smile on their faces knowing that the proceeds will go a long way to help those in need. n

For more information about the programs of Catholic Charities Diocese of Venice Inc., visit www.catholiccharitiesdov.org. A7 YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY Florida Catholic May 10-23, 2019 Diocesan Council of Catholic Women gather BOB REDDY “As a group of believers, the of the Florida Catholic staff (Council of Catholic Women) comes The newly together bringing a strength to the appointed VENICE | A group of dedicated Church,” Bishop Dewane said. officers of Catholic women has answered the “Reach out to others and help them the Venice call of Christ as they imitate him in to see the Lord in a new way as Diocesan how they live their lives each day. Christ made us all new in his resur- Council of These women are represented rection.” Catholic by the Venice Diocese Council of The Venice Diocese Council of Women stand Catholic Women serving as an ex- Catholic Women acts through its with Bishop ample of a heartfelt commitment membership to support, empower, Frank J. to serve the Church while dedicat- and educate all Catholic women in Dewane and ing themselves to being open to the spirituality, leadership and service. other priests Holy Spirit. Council programs exude Gospel following a Each year members gather for a values and serve the needs of the Mass as part of the annual convention with the goal of unify- Church and society in the modern Convention ing their efforts to do the most good world. To exemplify this, the coun- at Epiphany for the benefit of all. The 34th an- cil is a strong supporter of the Dioc- Cathedral in nual convention was held April 27, esan seminarians and again pre- Venice on at Epiphany Cathedral in Venice. sented a check to Bishop Dewane April 27. (BOB A central part of the gathering for the Diocesan Seminarian Fund. REDDY | FC) was the women participating in a The women learned about a va- celebration of the Mass, which was riety of topics including a presenta- celebrated by Bishop Frank J. De- tion about human trafficking from wane. Several priests concelebrated representatives of Catholic Chari- ter “The Dignity of Women” (Muli- In addition to the support for the Frances Xavier Cabrini Parish in the Mass including Father Joseph ties Diocese of Venice Inc. who eris Dignitatem), Edith Stein’s “Let- Seminarian Fund, this year, three Parrish. Connolly, TOR, who is the diocesan work with victims each day. The di- ters to Women” and others. mothers of priests were honored The 2019 convention included an council’s spiritual advisor, as well ocesan council presented a check to Brenda Dolan, who has served for their nurturing support of their installation of the new officers with as Fathers Blake Britton, Sebastian Catholic Charities from the Hugs for as diocesan president for the past sons who chose a vocation to the Brenda Dolan and Ellen Bachman Szczawínski, Gordon Zanetti and Homeless Fund for use to help the several years and will now serve as priesthood. The mothers honored now serving as co-presidents, and Chuck Ruoff. victims of human trafficking. co-president, noted how the con- were: Cornelia Zanetti, mother of Josephine Weiss as president-elect. Bishop Dewane praised the di- Father Britton, of the Diocese of vention serves to unify and inspire Father Gordon Zanetti of St. An- They will serve for two years. n ocesan council for coming together Orlando, was the keynote speaker the members of the diocesan coun- drew Parish in Cape Coral; Agnes and giving witness to the faith by who focused on the power of femi- cil. Among those present for the Ruoff-Perkins, mother of Father For more information about the how they are believers and follow- ninity and the need to rehabilitate convention were members of the Chuck Ruoff of St. Peter the Apostle Venice Diocese Council of Catholic ers of Jesus Christ who are called the view of beauty in society. Father VDCCW Juniors from St. Michael Parish in Naples; and Kate Cogan, Women, visit their new website at forth to reach out to others. cited St. John Paul II’s apostolic let- Parish in Wauchula. mother of Father Jim Cogan of St. www.vdccw.com. New endowment fund to help Catholic Charities program

STAFF REPORT Our Mother’s House “to continue far into the future, we established VENICE | Rosemary and Lou an endowment fund that will help Oberndorf recently joined a rapidly sustain these programs well be- growing list of donors who have yond our lifetimes.” chosen to partner with the Catholic The Oberndorfs formally signed Community Founda- their endowment fund tion of Southwest Flor- paperwork during a ida to help create their brief ceremony April Catholic legacies. 23, at the Catholic Cen- By establishing an ter in Venice. The sign- endowment fund with ing included Bishop the foundation, the Frank J. Dewane, Di- Oberndorfs are help- ocesan Chancellor Dr. ing to ensure the long-term sustain- Volodymyr Smeryk, Foundation ability of the programs and minis- Executive Director Michael Morse, tries about which they care most. and Catholic Charities, Diocese of Rosemary and Lou are passionate Venice Inc. CEO Philomena Pereira. Rosemary and Lou Oberndorf are flanked by Bishop Frank J. Dewane and Diocesan Chancellor Dr. about their faith and about mak- Bishop Dewane thanked the Volodymyr Smeryk on the right, and Catholic Community Foundation of Southwest Florida Executive ing a difference by supporting the Oberndorfs for their generosity and Director Michael Morse, and Catholic Charities, Diocese of Venice Inc. CEO Philomena Pereira on the Good works of the Catholic Church for their confidence in the founda- left, following an April 23 ceremony at the Catholic Center in Venice. (BOB REDDY | FC) within the Diocese of Venice and tion to focus their charitable efforts beyond. in a specific and meaningful way. charitable goals. It offers services “We are very blessed to have the nuities, charitable remainder trusts “Lou and I are so impressed with “The ongoing support provided similar to other community foun- opportunity to work with people and more. According to Morse, the Catholic Charities and their won- by the Oberndorf Endowment dations but differs from them in one like Rosemary and Lou who care foundation works with each donor derful programs for the homeless, Fund will assist single mothers and very important way. The foundation so much about their Catholic faith individually to first understand especially for single mothers and their young children at Our Moth- is a faith-based, Catholic organiza- and who want to make sure the what they want to accomplish and families within Sarasota County,” er’s House to achieve self-sufficien- tion. This means it will only support Church’s programs and ministries then determine how best to accom- Rosemary said of Our Mother’s cy through education, vocational Catholic, pro-life or social service will be here to serve those in need plish it. n House, which provides mothers training and personal growth,” agencies whose missions are in for generations to come,” Morse who might otherwise be homeless Pereira said. alignment with the teachings of the said. To learn more about the Catholic not only with safe housing but a More and more individuals and Catholic Church. It also means that In addition to endowment funds, Community Foundation, contact program that has a proven track re- families, like the Oberndorfs, are all endowed gifts are invested ac- the foundation offers a wide range Michael Morse at 941-441-1124 or cord of success. choosing the Catholic Community cording to the socially-responsible of gifting options for donors in- by email at Morse@dioceseofven- Lou added that because the cou- Foundation as their philanthropic guidelines established by the U.S. cluding scholarship funds, donor ice.org, or visit www.CCFDioce- ple wanted the wonderful work of partner to help them fulfill their Conference of Catholic Bishops. advised funds, charitable gift an- seofvenice.org. May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic YOUR VENICE COMMUNITY A8

• Fort Myers area, “Rooted at St. please visit www.daamerica.org or DIOCESAN EVENTS John XXIII,” first Thursdays, 7:15 call 561-420-0930. Y.A.C.H.T. CLUB HOLDS FINAL MEETING p.m. Kelly Evers, 239-561-3022 ext. “Lord Teach Me To Pray” Deeper Waters online series: 107. May 13 to July 5, Mary: Mother of Series: 12 weeks, beginning May God. Presented by the Institute for Sarasota area, Theology on 23, 10 a.m., St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Studies and Formation. Tap, May 16, June 20 and July 18, Parish, 13031 Palm Beach Blvd, Learn more about the basic 7 p.m., Mandeville Beer Garden, Fort Myers, and May 21, 10 a.m., fundamental Catholic teachings on 428 Lemon Ave., Sarasota. Joshua St. Thomas More Parish, 2506 the Blessed Virgin Mary. Explore Mazrin at mazrin@dioceseofvenice. Gulf Gate Drive, Sarasota. Are you authentic Marian devotion and org. longing for a deeper relationship spirituality. Teacher Joshua Marzin, “Witnessing Faith With with Jesus? If so, the series is Diocese Director of Evangelization. Bishop Dewane”: last Fridays, rooted in Ignatian spirituality will Online course offers ability to 8:30 a.m., on 1660 AM in Naples, cover “Praying Christian Virtues.” watch weekly lectures at a time and 1410 AM and 106.7 FM in Fort Veronica Betancourt veroltmtp@ that is convenient for you. Details Myers. Listen anywhere online at gmail.com. and registration: https://institute- RelevantRadio.com. Join Bishop Catholic Chamber of dov.org, call 941-766-7334. Frank J. Dewane for his monthly Commerce: May 30, 11:30 a.m., An Evening with Dale talks. You can also find them at Resurrection Parish, 8051 Cypress Recinella: May 15, 6:30 p.m., http://dioceseofvenice.org/our- Lake Drive, Fort Myers. All Catholic Epiphany Cathedral, Parish A Hall, bishop/bishop-frank-j-dewane/. business and ministries are 350 Tampa Ave. W., Venice. For Private Group Day of Prayer: invited to the next networking/ more than 20 years Dale Recinella If your group or organization lunch meeting of the Catholic ministered cell-to-cell to 400 men is interested in having a private Chamber of Commerce informs on Florida’s death row and 2,000 day of prayer in a peaceful and unites Catholic businesses men in Florida’s long-term solitary setting, please contact Our Lady to encourage the use of Catholic The St. John Neumann Catholic High School Y.A.C.H.T. Club (“Youth confinement. Recinella and his of Perpetual Help Retreat Center values and a culture of life in the and Christ Helping Together”) held its final Fun Night April 28 at wife served as a team during (OLPH), 3989 South Moon Drive, home, community and workplace. Naples Beach. Students attended Mass at St. Ann Parish before executions, he as spiritual advisor Venice. Private days include Free, membership not required. enjoying a sunset in memory of Shelley Raley, with Salesian Sister to the condemned and his wife to continental breakfast and lunch, RSVP: 239-980-0921, toni@ Katie Flanagan and teacher Laura Roszkowski. Ralley, who passed floridacatholicchamber.com. the family and loved ones of the two conferences, the opportunity away in 2018, was the group moderator and each of the club condemned. There is no charge for confession and ends with Mass. STREAM Summer Camp: June members had sunflowers in her honor. The mission of the club is but reserve your seat by May 13 by Denise Riley 941-486-0233, riley@ 3-July 19, Epiphany Cathedral olph-retreat.org. Catholic School, 316 Sarasota to invite all students to the fullness of Christ’s love through service contacting Deacon Paul Consbruck to others. Students plan and implement retreats, prayers services, at [email protected]. Legal help available for St., Venice. Each week will have liturgies and other events/services. They also take “cruises” to perform Scripture Conference with needy: Cenacle Legal Services a different theme, including: Scott Hahn: May 18, 10 a.m.-3 Inc. (CLS), a not-for-profit legal cheflings; builders, sport mania, service in the community. p.m., Bishop Verot Catholic High aid organization, in partnership Vacation Bible School, center School, 5598 Sunrise Drive, Fort with the Diocese of Venice, serves stage, God’s creations, and tech Myers. This conference will feature legal needs of its income-eligible week. Half-day and full-day 12:30 p.m., Epiphany Cathedral, agency has 31 service locations several talks on Scriptures and clients in South Sarasota County. options. Open to children from 350 Tampa Ave. W., Venice. throughout the Diocese of Venice includes lunch. Register at www/ To request an appointment: 941- age 3 up to sixth grade. 941-488- Theme is “Roar! Life is Wild - God that offer a variety of programs. dioceseofvenice.org/calendar. 244-0308, CenacleLegal@gmail. 2215, [email protected], www. is Good!” Each day includes new Catholic Charities depends greatly com. CLS offices are located at ecstigers.com/student-life/summer- friends, amazing experiments, on volunteers and volunteer Blessing of the Bikes: May camp. creative games, surprising opportunities are always available. 19, noon, Our Lady of Perpetual 237 N. Nassau St., Venice. https:// cenaclelegalservices.org/ . Naples area Vacation Bible adventures and incredible music www.catholiccharitiesdov.org, 941- Help Retreat Center, 3989 South for children pre-K4 to entering 488-5581. Moon Drive, Venice. Bishop Frank Television Mass for the Schools: Running throughout homebound in the northern June in the Naples area with the fifth grade in the fall. 941-484- Disaster Amateur Radio J. Dewane will bless all motorbikes 3505. at event hosted by the Knights portions of the Diocese: 9:30 theme “Roar! Life is wild - God Network (DARN) of Catholic of Columbus. Cookout after the a.m. on the CW Network; in the is Good!” Each day is from 8 Charities seeks volunteers to blessing. Please RSVP to George southern portions of the Diocese, a.m.-12:30 p.m., and includes provide emergency and backup Lopez at [email protected]. 10:30 a.m., on WFTX-TV (FOX- lessons, fun and games for VOLUNTEERS communications for disaster children pre-K4 to entering response teams in their community Mission Possible Immokalee 4). Check your local listings for channel information. Leaflet fifth grade in the fall. Dates, NEEDED in the immediate aftermath of 2019: June 10-14, Immokalee, locations and links to registration any type of disaster. All volunteers missals are available upon request Prison ministry. Join a team Diocese of Venice Mission Office follow: June 3-7, St. John the are licensed FCC amateur radio by calling 941-484-9543 and asking of volunteers who share God’s Mission trip for all teens between Evangelist Parish, 625 111th Ave. operators or agree to take the about the TV Mass or by writing: love and mercy with those the ages of 15-17 years old. N., saintjohntheevangelist.com; steps required to obtain a license. TV Mass, Diocese of Venice, 1000 incarcerated in any of the 21 jails/ Mission experience of service to June 10-14, St. William Parish, Volunteers are needed in the 10 Pinebrook Road, Venice, FL 34285. prisons throughout the Diocese. the marginalized. Cost $180 per 601 Seagate Drive, saintwilliam. counties of the Diocese and can Gail Ardy: 941-486-4714, ardy@ No previous experience required; person, includes meals, lodging org; June 17-21, St. Agnes Parish, serve from a fully equipped radio dioceseofvenice.org. newcomers are paired with and transportation to work sites. 7775 Vanderbilt Beach Road, base station or be a member of the Safe Environment training: experienced volunteers. Contact Registration through your local stagnesnaples.com; June 24-28, in-residence group and operate Report all abuses against minors Robert Hiniker: 863-558-0407, Parish Youth Group or Catholic St. Elizabeth Seton Parish, 5225 from their home or personal School only. The deadline to to the Florida Department of [email protected]. Children and Families at 1-800-962- Golden Gate Parkway www. vehicle using their own gear. register ASAP. Lisa Dahn 239- stelizabethseton.org. Family counselor. Catholic Radio base stations are in Venice, 241-2233 or missionoffice@ 2873. To report abuse by diocesan Charities of Collier County is Vigil of Pentecost Sarasota, Bradenton, Fort Myers, dioceseofvenice.org. personnel or volunteers, also call seeking a bilingual volunteer for Celebration: 6:30 p.m., June Naples, Arcadia, Port Charlotte and the Diocesan Victims Assistance the Family Counseling Center in Free mental health 8, Sacred Heart Parish, 211 W. Immokalee. Anyone interested can Coordinator at 941-416-6114. Naples. Brenda Lee Anderson, counseling by Catholic Charlotte St., Punta Gorda. contact Andy Durette, 508-641- [email protected]; Charities: Diocese of Venice, Inc. The Diocese of Venice English 2074 or [email protected]. 239-455-2655, ext. 100. Counseling services for adults, COMMUNITY Charismatic Renewal is hosting the Guadalupe Social Services children and families who lived evening beginning with prayer Experienced fathers willing of Catholic Charities seeks in Florida during Hurricane Irma. EVENTS and praise and will include Mass. to coach new dads how to take individuals and groups who Counselors can help resolve issues www.dvccr.org. care of their family and be a great would like to help serve the such as stress, anger, anxiety, father are needed at Pregnancy Do You Know a Young Vacation Bible School in poor in Immokalee. Volunteer relationship problems, depression Solutions Inc. Offices in Venice, Person with a Drug Problem? Sarasota: June 10-14, 9:30 a.m. opportunities include food pantry and grief. To schedule an North Port and Port Charlotte. Perhaps you know of a young to 12:30 p.m., Incarnation Parish, distribution, daily and weekly appointment in English or Spanish: Callie Cowan, Pregnancy Solutions friend, neighbor or classmate 2901 Bee Ridge Road, Sarasota. administrative tasks, monthly Sarasota 941-355-4680, ext. 311; who suffers from drug addiction Executive Director, 941-408-7100. mailings, serving lunch at the Casa Naples 239-455-2655; Bonita Theme: “Roar! Life is Wild - God and does not know where to is Good!” Each day includes new AFCAAM, a program of Maria Soup Kitchen and more. Springs 239-390-2928; Fort Myers turn for help. Drug Addicts Catholic Charities, 3681 Contact Program Director Peggy 239-337-4193; Everglades City friends, amazing experiments, Anonymous believes all individuals creative games, surprising Michigan Ave., Fort Myers, needs Rodriguez: 239-657-6242, julian@ 239-919-9599; Immokalee 239-657- suffering from addiction have a volunteers for reception desk. catholiccharitiescc.org. 6242; Wauchula 863-232-9284. adventures and incredible music right to access recovery, be self- for children pre-K4 to entering Requirements: personable, basic St. Vincent de Paul, Naples, Young adult opportunities: sufficient and independent. Yet, fifth grade in the fall. Lisa Russo computer and copier knowledge, needs volunteers. The thrift stores • Naples area, Theology on today many young people affected 941-724-2518, www.vbsmate.com/ excellent phone skills, can lift 25lbs. in Bonita Springs offer fun while Tap, Tuesdays, 6:30-8 p.m., first by drug addiction are deprived of students/incarnation. Strong preference for bilingual working as cashier, sorter or pricer. a sense of self-worth because they (Spanish/English) candidates. 30 Tuesdays, St. John the Evangelist Vacation Bible School: June Greta, 239-775-2907, option 3. cannot pay for proper treatment hours: Monday-Wednesday 10 Parish; second Tuesdays, St. Agnes 17-21, 9 a.m.-noon, St. Patrick Our Lady of Perpetual Help or access recovery resources and a.m.-5 p.m.; Thursday 11 a.m.-5 Parish; third Tuesdays, St. Peter the Parish, 7900 Bee Ridge Road, Retreat Center, Venice, is looking support. Drug Addicts Anonymous p.m.; Friday 9 a.m.-noon. 239-461- Apostle Parish; fourth Tuesdays, St. Sarasota. Pre-School age 3 through for volunteer angels willing to provides an opportunity for 0233. William Parish. Grade 12 and adult volunteers. Call volunteer for a few hours a week long term recovery and positive • Lehigh Acres area, LOFT, third 941-378-1703 X309. 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Catholics across the state offered photos of their donations and deliveries of long-sleeve shirts, including members of Blessed Sacrament sorting shirts in Cocoa, above left, the Knights of Columbus Council 12456 at San Antonio Parish in Port Charlotte delivering clothing to Immokalee, center, and Vincentian volunteers in Orlando delivering shirts to the farmworker office in Apopka. (COURTESY PHOTOS) What a (long-sleeve) relief! Readers donate a ton of shirts (literally) to annual campaign

MAURICE BEAULIEU light issues important to those who By participating in the cam- of the Florida Catholic staff help put food on American’s tables. paign, volunteers become aware Catholics like Susan Wheat re- of the dangers of sun exposure and ORLANDO | When this year’s sponded by donating shirts by the pesticides for workers in the field. Long-Sleeve Relief campaign be- hundreds, which has grown to the Wheat said she is empathetic to the gan, Susan Wheat, a member of the thousands, which literally weighs a struggles the vegetable pickers con- Legion of Mary prayer group asso- few tons. Wheat and her fellow pa- stantly endure, and understands ciated with the Blessed Sacrament rishioners conducted what many the importance of fresh produce. Catholic Church in Cocoa, leaped parish volunteers did — a parish- She said she respects those who at the opportunity to volunteer to wide collection. And it was an effort work in the fields. help Florida’s farmworkers. that was well received. “I explained to other volun- “We sorted through all the She said a special moment from teers about the importance of veg- clothes and sized them as best we the program happened when she etables. I worked at Walmart, so I could,” Wheat said. “We packed found the empty boxes she had know about vegetables. It is kind of A parishioner of Blessed Sacrament Parish in Cocoa, left, poses with everything neatly, making different placed for donated shirts were a miracle to transport vegetables Aurora, a former farmworker and packer worked to aid farmworkers layers for different sizes and label- packed with shirts. “Finding the from other countries,” Wheat said. in California, and Roberto during a delivery to the Farmworker ing each box for men and women. I boxes suddenly filled with clothes “There is a human aspect (that Association Office in Apopka. worked on the assembly line. I was was amazing. We have a very gen- people seem not to acknowledge). the muscle.” erous parish. It was so special to see It was nice meeting with the farm- “Our Vincentian volunteers at the Knights of Columbus Council Wheat, who operates her own that you do all this planning and workers. Florida is so diverse. We parishes across the Diocese of Or- 12456 at San Antonio Parish in Port dog-training business, and the that it works. Some of the shirts still can understand each other. It’s lando really helped us out in a big Charlotte sponsored the campaign. other volunteers’ involvement in had hangars on them,” she said, about more than shirts. It’s about way this year,” said Trace Trylko, The volunteers took several hun- the donation program was critical laughing about the dedication from knowing where the food comes executive director of St. Vincent dred pieces of clothing to Immo- to the success of the annual cam- the donators. from and who is picking it. Give de Paul Orlando “We’re also grate- kalee Social Services Center at the paign. The Florida Catholic began Wheat stayed enthusiastic about your thanks to God before you eat ful to the customers who shop our end of April. Long-Sleeve Relief 14 years ago as the experience “because it ties in it.” non-profit thrift stores in Apopka The Florida Catholic offers its a way to provide crucial clothing with our parish and because we Like Wheat, other volunteers de- and Clermont for helping us collect heartfelt thanks to all those who for Florida’s farmworkers — long- have a kitchen, a food drive and a livered shirts directly to farmwork- more than 1,700 items during year’s contributed to the campaign. sleeve shirts. The usage of danger- thrift store.” Providing the parish er offices across the state. Blessed Long-Sleeve Relief drive. We hope Along with shirts, the publication ous pesticides and grueling labor thrift store with donated shirts was Sacrament volunteers delivered to set a new record next year!” received $8,230 in monetary dona- conditions farmworkers face in the “a nice way to give back because I shirts to the Farmworker office in The volunteers at Holy Redeemer tions, which will be split among the fields are discussed at the political never knew how many shirts the Apopka, as did members of the St. Parish in Palm City visited the office farmworker organizations across level, and the campaign brings to farmworkers needed.” Vincent de Paul Society in Orlando. in Fellsmere. This was the fifth year Florida. n Florida Conference Catholic Bishops responds to immigration bill

STAFF REPORT grants, should enforce immigration hours. Democrats argued the Sen- custody, it subjects more people whose toil and labor our nation has laws. The bill would require local ate proposal is an “un-American” who have not been arrested for, accepted and for which it has cre- TALLAHASSEE | The passage law-enforcement agencies to share and “mean-spirited” approach to charged with or convicted of a ated a demand will be driven even of state-level immigration en- information with U.S. Immigration ensuring public safety that panders crime to higher scrutiny of their further into the shadows.” forcement drew heavy debate in and Customs Enforcement about fear. immigration status,” Sheedy stated, Sheedy stated the conference state senate and house chambers, undocumented immigrants who In a statement following the bill’s adding that no Florida jurisdiction has long called for immigration and was described by the Florida are in their custody. That would in- passage, Michael B. Sheedy, execu- offers “sanctuary” to criminals, reform, but opposes “enforcement- Conference of Catholic Bishops as clude campus police agencies and tive director of Florida Conference regardless of immigration status. only measures.” “disheartening.” The Republican- the Department of Children and of Catholic Bishops — the lobby- Because of that, the bill would not We renew our call today and controlled Legislature approved Families. ing arm of Floridas’ bishops — said improve public safety. urge Congress to bring people out one of the strictest laws in the na- Sen. Joe Gruters, a Sarasota Re- while many Americans, including “Our communities will become of the shadows by allowing a path- tion against so-called sanctuary publican who doubles as chairman members of the Florida Legislature, less safe as undocumented immi- way to citizenship, expanding fam- cities as the House and Senate of the Republican Party of Florida are frustrated that Congress has grants who are victims or witnesses ily reunification and employment- passed Senate Bill 168 May 1. Gov. and who sponsored the measure, not enacted needed immigration of crime will remain silent for fear based visas, and addressing root Ron Desantis’ desire to force local argued that the bill will only target reforms, “immigration law is, and of deportation of themselves and/ causes of migration in sending and state officials to fully cooperate “criminal illegal aliens” who break should remain, in the purview of or loved ones,” he stated. “Immi- countries,” Sheedy stated. “Target- with federal immigration authori- the law and will force county jails the federal, not state, government,” grant families will be at greater risk ed, proportional and humane bor- ties sparked intense debate about to honor federal immigration de- and said SB I68 goes further than of being torn apart, including the der and other enforcement reforms how the state, which has about tainers that would hold undocu- required by federal law. separation of parents from their should be addressed only in such a 800,000 undocumented immi- mented immigrants for up to 48 Because it applies to anyone in citizen children. Those persons context.” n May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS A10

POPE IN BULGARIA 245 receive first Eucharist

CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE pope told the children. “I spoke of the ID card of a Christian. I said our RAKOVSKI, Bulgaria | In the ID card is this: God is our father. Catholic heart of Bulgaria, Pope Jesus is our brother. The church Francis celebrated a special Mass is our family, and we are brothers for 245 children receiving their and sisters. Our law is love.” first Communion and thanked To drive the points home, Pope them for helping him, their parents Francis had the children repeat and grandparents remember their each line after him — or rather, af- own first Communion. ter the translator who was telling “Today you have made it pos- the children in Bulgarian what the sible for us to relive that joy and pope had said in Italian. to celebrate Jesus, present in the At one point, either to test the bread of life,” the pope told the translator or the children, the pope children May 6 in Rakovski’s said, “We are enemies.” When it Church of the Sacred Heart. was about to be repeated, he said, While only about 1 percent of “Are we enemies?” Of course, they Pope Francis accepts gifts from women in traditional dress as he arrives at the international airport in Bulgaria’s population is Catholic, shouted, “No.” Skopje, North Macedonia, May 7. (PHOTOS BY VATICAN MEDIA | CNS) in Rakovski the vast majority of After the recitation of the Lord’s the city’s 27,000 people are Catho- Prayer, the pope had more words Pope Francis lic. for the children. “Now you will re- kisses the hand “Jesus is alive and here with us; ceive Jesus,” he told them. “Do not of a clergyman that is why we can encounter him let yourselves be distracted; think during a today in the Eucharist,” the pope only of Jesus. Come to the altar to meeting said. “We do not see him with our receive Jesus in silence; silence with priests, physical eyes, but we do see him your hearts.” religious men with the eyes of faith.” The pope, dipping the conse- and women After he read his prepared hom- crated host in the consecrated and their ily, Pope Francis focused on the wine, personally gave Communion families at the first communicants, dressed in to each of the children, while other cathedral in white robes and seated in the front priests brought the Eucharist to an- Skopje, North rows. other 500 people inside the church Macedonia, “Are you happy to receive your and an estimated 10,000 people May 7. first Communion?” he asked gathered on the church grounds them. “Yes,” the braver ones said for the Mass. out loud. “Are you sure?” the pope The Vatican press office said it asked. “Yes!” they all shouted. was the first time on a papal trip “In the homily I said something I that Pope Francis had adminis- want you to remember forever,” the tered first Communion. n Venezuelan bishop: Maduro loyalists attack Church after Mass

JUNNO AROCHO ESTEVES News of the attack comes on the Catholic News Service A member heels of massive nationwide pro- of the tests after Juan Guaido, the oppo- VATICAN CITY | While pro- media is sition leader who declared himself tests against Venezuelan President carried interim president, rallied support- Nicolas Maduro raged across the during ers April 30 to protest Maduro’s country, National Guard forces a rally government. loyal to the embattled head of state against the In various parts of the country, launched tear gas at churchgoers government members of the Venezuelan mili- attending Mass at a local parish. of tary and National Guard who sup- In a letter published May 2 by Venezuelan port Guaido clashed with forces Fides, the news agency of the Con- President loyal to Maduro. The conflict has Nicolas gregation for the Evangelization also increased tensions between Maduro in of Peoples, Bishop Mario del Valle Caracas the United States, which supports Moronta Rodriguez of San Cris- May 1 Guaido, and two countries allied tobal said chaos erupted in Our (REUTERS with Maduro’s administration: Lady of Fatima Church when two | CNS) Russia and Cuba. National Guard members entered Archbishop Jose Luis Azuaje the parish on motorcycles as Mass Ayala of Maracaibo, president of was concluding. the Venezuelan bishops’ confer- The bishop said that subse- ence, denounced acts of “repres- quently, “a horde of 40 Bolivarian sion and violence” committed by National Guard members,” led by Maduro loyalists and pleaded for a general known as Ochoa, tried to peace. enter the church and berated the “The number of wounded and pastor, Father Jairo Clavijo, after where there was a good number it is an attack against the Catholic said. detained continually increase,” he forbid them from entering. of faithful, including many elderly Church. I hold General Ochoa and Expressing solidarity with Fa- Archbishop Azuaje said. “We ask “Not pleased with that, the people,” Bishop Moronta said. the military authorities in the re- ther Clavijo and the parish com- for respect for dignity and the hu- members of the Bolivarian Nation- In the ensuing chaos, he added, gion responsible for this vile event munity, the bishop said the dio- man rights of citizens as well as al Guard launched tear-gas bombs a religious sister in the church that speaks to the will of the attack- cese will “make decisions accord- the freedom to protest peacefully. in the church, causing an immedi- fainted. ers who do not respect human dig- ingly and promote actions that We ask that the repression may ate evacuation of the sacred place “This event is very serious, and nity nor fear God,” Bishop Moronta they deem relevant.” cease.” n A11 NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS Florida Catholic May 10-23, 2019 Bishop testifies on immigration as president seeks to change asylum RHINA GUIDOS legally, the president called for all “It is an honor for the church and Catholic News Service asylum applications to be ruled on for Christians in general to serve within 180 days of filing. He said these vulnerable people,” he said, WASHINGTON | In a memo re- the purpose of the new norms is according to a prepared statement. leased late on April 29, President “to strengthen asylum procedures “We do not begrudge the oppor- Donald Trump ordered changes to safeguard our system against tunity, but our resources and our for how refugees may apply for asy- rampant abuse of our asylum pro- volunteers are being significantly lum to the U.S., requesting an ap- cess.” strained by the scope and dura- plication fee from asylum-seekers Hours after the memo was pub- tion of the high arrival numbers. and denying them permission to lished, Bishop Mark J. Seitz of the The church and other humanitar- work depending on how the appli- Diocese of El Paso, Texas, testi- ian service providers and the local cant entered the country. Though fied April 30 during a hearing communities along the border are the changes are not immediate, before the House Committee on key partners in this effort and need he gave administration officials 90 Homeland Security Subcommit- to be recognized by our federal days to work on new regulations. tee on Border Security, Facilitation government as such.” In the memo addressed to the and Operations in Washington. He said the Trump administra- U.S. Attorney General and the He spoke of his and other border tion’s policies show “concerning” Secretary of Homeland Security, communities’ response in helping effects on the vulnerable popula- Asylum seeker Antonia Portillo Cruz speaks on the phone in Trump said “that the immigration families seeking asylum who have tions of children and families at Tijuana, Mexico before crossing to the U.S. to appear in front of an and asylum system is in crisis as a been released by the U.S. Depart- the border. immigration judge. (ANDRES MARTINEZ CASARES, REUTERS | CNS) consequence of the mass migra- ment of Homeland Security. “There are serious concerns tion of aliens across our southern Places such as Annunciation about the mistreatment families without going through an official ministration to look at the causes border.” He makes mention of car- House in the El Paso area and receive along the dangerous mi- Port of Entry, the “Remain in Mex- of migration and to look to support avans and large groups that travel centers run by Catholic charitable gration journey and, sometimes, ico” policy, which sends certain the struggling nations that immi- with children. organizations, dioceses and other at the hands of U.S. Border Patrol,” asylum-seekers to Mexico to wait grants are coming from, not with- “The extensive resources re- groups in the border communi- he said. “I worry that with the while their cases are being adjudi- holding economic aid but invest- quired to process and care for these ties of McAllen, Texas, as well as continued dehumanizing rheto- cated in the U.S. immigration court ing in anti-gang and anti-corrup- individuals pulls U.S. Customs and Tucson, Arizona, provide families ric regarding immigrants and system. tion programs to help vulnerable Border Protection personnel away and other individuals seeking asy- refugees, a culture of disrespect “As my brother bishops along the families and children, as well as from securing our nation’s bor- lum with a hot meal, a change of and corresponding negative poli- border between Texas and North- fund initiatives to promote human ders,” he wrote. “Additionally, illic- clothes, help with arranging travel cies for those who come seeking ern Mexico have noted, these poli- rights in the sending countries, it organizations benefit financially plans en route to family or friends refuge has begun to take form. To cies harm our immigrant brothers Bishop Seitz said. by smuggling illegal aliens into in the United States, he explained. this end, my brother bishops and I and sisters in need,” he said. “Our nation has had a long and the United States and encouraging While their work, strength and remain deeply troubled by the ad- He particularly urged the ad- proud history of providing humane abuse of our asylum procedures. compassion has been exception- ministration’s recent efforts to cur- ministration to “rethink” the “Re- treatment to and due process for This strategic exploitation of our al, Bishop Seitz said the govern- tail the ability of asylum-seekers main in Mexico” policy because it asylum-seekers,” he said. “I urge nation’s humanitarian programs ment “has a responsibility to care arriving at the U.S./Mexico border forces vulnerable people to wait in us to reject policies and proposals undermines our nation’s security for people who are arriving with to seek protection.” He highlight- uncertain and dangerous condi- that would abandon this tradi- and sovereignty.” credible claims for asylum and a ed the administration’s attempt to tions in Mexico and “poses grave tion, and I ask our government to In addition to the fees and responsibility to assist anyone in bar individuals from being able to safety, humanitarian and due pro- remember that those fleeing to our eliminating work permits for desperate need within our bor- claim asylum if they entered the cess concerns,” he said. border are not the ‘other’ but fellow those who entered the country il- ders.” U.S. through the southern border He urged Congress and the ad- children of God.” n Pope Francis makes donation to help migrants traveling through Mexico

DAVID AGREN der reaches levels not seen in more and Border Protection. by criminal gangs. A plan known outpourings of generosity when Catholic News Service than a decade. Mexico’s Catholic “Men and women, often with as Remain in Mexico has also sent caravans first arrived. But priests Church has helped the migrants young children, flee poverty and hundreds of U.S. asylum-seekers say the fatigue has set in and fewer TAPACHULA, Mexico | Pope with little cooperation from the violence, hoping for a better future back to the Mexican side of the bor- people pitch in. Francis has donated $500,000 to as- various levels of government. in the United States. But the U.S. der, while their claims are heard in Bishop Jaime Calderon of Ta- sist migrants attempting to travel Priests who work on immigration border remains closed for them,” U.S. courts. pachula told reporters April 28 the through Mexico, but who are in- matters say the federal government the Peter’s Pence statement said. “At the northern and southern church would continue to support creasingly being impeded by Mexi- has yet to outline a policy or offer a Thousands of Central Ameri- borders, these places of welcome migrants, even if public opinion can officials from reaching the U.S. proper response, while state and lo- cans have traveled more than 2,500 are currently overpopulated,” said -- often influenced by false rumors border. cal governments prefer not spend miles in caravans from San Pedro an April 27 statement from the Mex- spread on social media of migrants Those migrants who travel the money on migrants. “Nobody Sula, Honduras, to the U.S. border ican bishops’ conference. misbehaving -- wasn’t favorable. length of Mexico are also being wants to take charge,” said Father at Tijuana, Mexico, drawing the ire Shelter operators in border cities “We have spoken here of a hu- impeded in their attempts to apply Javier Calvillo, director of the Ciu- of President Donald Trump. say they cannot attend to migrants manitarian crisis and we believe, in for asylum in the United States and dad Juarez migrant shelter. “All these people were stranded, arriving from the south, a flood of accordance with our faith, we have remain in precarious conditions The donation was made as unable to enter the United States, deportees and ever-more asylum- to help. They’re brothers,” Bishop south of the border. Mexico comes under U.S. pressure without a home or livelihood. The seekers requiring long-term shelter Calderon said. The donation “will be distributed and steps up its own enforcement Catholic Church hosts thousands as they wait in Mexico to make their Mexican Interior Minister Olga among 27 projects in 16 dioceses against migrants — backpedaling of them in the shelters of dioceses or claims in the United States. Sanchez Cordero said April 23 that and Mexican religious congrega- from a promise made by President religious congregations, providing Additionally, “Among the resi- 300,000 migrants had entered the tions that have asked for help to Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador not the necessary to live, from housing dents of the towns and cities where country in an irregular fashion over continue providing housing, food to “do the dirty work of any foreign to clothing,” the statement said. some of these shelters are, they have the first three months of 2019. and basic necessities to these broth- government.” Further complicating matters, started to raise strong concerns Mexico started offering humani- ers and sisters,” the Vatican char- In March, U.S. authorities de- migrants who transit Mexico and about informal campaigns that tarian visas in late 2018, allowing ity Peter’s Pence said in an April 27 tained 92,607 migrants, more than request asylum in the United States ‘criminalize’ migrants and impede migrants to freely transit the coun- statement. twice as many migrants as arrived are turned away at border crossings them from being able to obtain jobs, try and avoid crimes like kidnap- The Vatican already approved one year earlier and the highest and required to put their names on rent an apartment or travel quietly ping, extortion and sexual assault. projects run by seven dioceses and monthly figure in 2007. The num- long waiting lists, a process known in the streets,” the bishops’ state- But it stopped the practice due to three religious congregations: the ber of unaccompanied minors and as metering. ment said. overwhelming demand. Mexico Scalabrinians, the Sacred Hearts of family unit detentions has soared in This process has put enormous Churches in the Dioceses of Ta- also is no longer offering “safe con- Jesus and Mary and the Hermanas the fiscal 2019 by 66 percent and 374 pressure on migrant shelters in pachula, which serves the path duct” passage to the throngs of Josefinas. percent respectively, when com- Mexico-U.S. border cities, which through Chiapas state that cara- migrants from Cuba, Haiti and Af- The donation comes as the crush pared to the same period one year are often rife with insecurity and vans have followed upon entering rican countries to pass through the of migrants arriving at the U.S. bor- earlier, according to U.S. Customs where migrants are preyed upon Mexico, previously responded with country.n May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS A12 New conscience protection rule welcomed GEORGIA LEGISLATION CAROL ZIMMERMANN “This rule ensures that health The bishops also pointed out Catholic News Service care entities and professionals won’t that “conscience protection should be bullied out of the health care not fluctuate as administrations WASHINGTON | The announce- field because they decline to par- change” and stressed that Congress ment of a new conscience protection ticipate in actions that violate their should provide “permanent legis- rule May 2, protecting health care conscience, including the taking of lative relief through passage of the workers who object to abortion pro- human life. Protecting conscience Conscience Protection Act.” cedures on religious grounds was and religious freedom not only fos- Sister Carol Keehan, a Daughter welcome news to U.S. Catholic bish- ters greater diversity in health care, of Charity and president and CEO of ops and the president of the Catholic it’s the law,” he said. Last year, the the Catholic Health Association of Health Association. department of Health and Human the United States, said her organiza- President Donald Trump an- Services received more than 1,300 tion “welcomes efforts to implement nounced the rule at the White complaints alleging discrimination and enforce existing federal laws House Rose Garden during a speech in a health care setting based on re- providing conscience protections.” on the National Day of Prayer. ligious beliefs or conscience issues. In a May 2 statement, she said A view of the Georgia capitol building in Atlanta. Georgia “Just today we finalized new Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann the Catholic Health Association is Republican Gov. Brian Kemp signed legislation May 7 to ban protections of conscience rights for of Kansas City, Kansas, chairman currently reviewing the final regu- abortions in the state once a fetal heartbeat is detected, which physicians, pharmacists, nurses, of the U.S. Conference of Catholic lation. is around six weeks. If it is not blocked in court, the law would teachers, students and faith-based Bishops’ Committee on Pro-Life She stressed that “Catholic hos- take effect at the beginning of next year. Current state law allows charities,” Trump said. Activities, and Archbishop Joseph E. pitals and long-term care facilities abortions up to the 20th week of pregnancy. The legislation makes The rule, issued by the Depart- Kurtz of Louisville, Kentucky, chair- welcome and serve all persons in exceptions to save the life of the mother and in the case of rape and ment of Health and Human Services man of the bishops’ Committee for need of care. Our mission and our incest if a police report is filed. It also makes exceptions to allow and enforced by that department’s Religious Liberty, issued a joint ethical standards in health care are abortions when a fetus has serious medical issues. Similar heartbeat Office of Civil Rights, is more than statement May 2 commending the rooted in and inseparable from the bans have been signed into law in Mississippi, Kentucky and Ohio. 400 pages long with specific guide- adoption of these new regulations Catholic Church’s teachings about A federal judge has temporarily blocked this law in Kentucky. (CNS) lines requiring hospitals, clinics to ensure existing laws protecting the dignity of the human person and universities that receive federal conscience rights in health care are and the sanctity of human life from funding through Medicare or Med- enforced and followed. conception to natural death. These Knights of Columbus St. Jude Council 13172, Boca Raton, presents... icaid to certify that they comply with The statement said these laws are the source of both the work we laws protecting conscience rights have been policy for years, but “the do and the limits on what we will Pilgrimage to Israel Discovery regarding abortion, sterilization previous administration did not do,” she said. with optional 4-night Jordan post-tour extension and assisted suicide. fully enforce them and now they are “Every individual seeking health Under the rule, medical work- increasingly being violated.” care is welcome and will be treated ers or institutions would not have The bishops said health care pro- with dignity and respect in our fa- October 16-24, 2019 to provide, participate in or pay for viders such as nurses and medical cilities, “ she added. Come travel to the Holy Land with Father Richard Champigny, O.Carm. procedures they object to on moral trainees “have been coerced into Critics of the rule have argued or religious grounds. participating in the brutal act of that it will limit women’s health “Laws prohibiting government abortion against their core beliefs, care access. The same day the rule funded discrimination against con- while churches and others who op- was announced, San Francisco City science and religious freedom will pose abortion are being compelled Attorney Dennis Herrera sued the be enforced like every other civil by states like California to cover Trump administration, saying the rights law,” said Roger Severino, di- elective abortion — including late- rule sacrificed patients’ health. rector of the Office of Civil Rights in term abortion — in their health The rule takes effect 60 days after a May 2 statement. plans.” publication in the Federal Register.n

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NATION the Catholic agency upholds tradi- which was filed by Tatel. Although tional marriage. “This ruling is dev- a House-appointed chaplain has SOMALIA FACING A DROUGHT astating to the hundreds of foster traditionally delivered the opening Bishop: Love of children who have been waiting for prayer, some time ago the House a family and to the dozens of par- began allowing members to nomi- Christ to proclaim ents working with Catholic Social nate other individuals to give a Gospel of life Services who have been waiting to prayer as “guest chaplain.” As the foster a child,” said Lori Windham, opinion explained, this current WASHINGTON | Preservation senior counsel at Becket, which is case arose when a House member of the family, marriage and the un- representing CCS and several fos- asked Father Conroy to invite Dan- born were the main themes of the ter parents who have sued the city. iel Barker, a former Christian min- annual National Catholic Prayer “We’re disappointed that the court ister who is now an atheist, to be Breakfast at the Marriott Mar- decided to let the city place politics guest chaplain and deliver a secular quis hotel in Washington April 23. above the needs of kids and the invocation. Barker is co-president of “Faith in the crucified and risen rights of parents, but we will con- the Freedom From Religion Foun- Christ shields us from two cold and tinue this fight,” Windham said. In dation, a nonprofit that promotes deadly sins: arrogant presumption March 2018, Philadelphia’s Depart- nonbelief and “works to keep state and cynical despair,” said Bishop ment of Human Services froze all and church separate.” Thomas J. Olmsted of Phoenix, the new foster care placements with guest speaker. “Neither of which are the archdiocese’s Catholic Social Shrine hosts appropriate in a Christian leader. Services. At issue is a long-standing Internally displaced Somali women wait for relief food while a The enemy of our souls does not practice of CSS not to perform eval- concert to benefit child drinks water, at a distribution center in Baidoa, Somalia, after care which we prefer.” Bishop Ol- uations of the homes of same-sex fleeing from drought stricken regions. The apostolic administrator Notre Dame of the Diocese of Mogadishu, Somalia, called on the world to “pay msted, who is a consultant to the couples wishing to care for foster attention to the plight of Somali people” as they face critical food pro-life committee of the U.S. Con- children and instead to refer the WASHINGTON | More than shortages because of a crippling drought. Bishop Giorgio Bertin of ference of Catholic Bishops, said the required process to one of seven 2,000 people attended an April 26 Djibouti, who also serves Mogadishu, said Somalis living outside the matter of legal abortion has defined other foster agencies contracted by organ concert at the Basilica of the country’s central and southern agricultural regions are facing the his ministry, since he was ordained the city’s Department of Human National Shrine of the Immacu- grimmest situation. “Most of the affected areas are those in the a priest in Lincoln, Nebraska, in Services. On average, the Catholic late Conception in Washington to country’s north and northwest,” he told Catholic News Service April 1973, the year of the Supreme agency was serving 127 foster chil- benefit restoration and rebuilding 29 in Nairobi. (FEISAL OMAR, REUTERS | CNS) Court’s Roe v. Wade decision, which dren a day placed with more than efforts of Notre Dame de Paris, the legalized abortion on demand. “It is 100 families in the city. famous French cathedral severely my pastoral duty to proclaim the damaged in the April 15 fire. The holiday celebrated for eight days, Bishop Juan Ignacio Gonzalez of Gospel of life and the protection in Court upholds 90-minute concert was performed commemorating the deliverance of San Bernardo said that although law of the most vulnerable among by Johann Vexo, a Notre Dame or- the ancient Hebrews from slavery the law is a “positive” step, legisla- us. The love of Christ compels me.” rule to open House ganist who was playing at the time in Egypt, when shots rang shortly tors must also “safeguard the be- Bishop Olmsted also recalled the sessions with prayer the devastating fire broke out at the before noon. One of them ended liefs and the consciences of people, words of St. John Paul II at a Mass on cathedral. Titled “Together with up fatally striking 60-year-old Lori which is one of the most fundamen- the National Mall in October 1979: WASHINGTON | In a unani- Notre Dame de Paris,” the concert Gilbert Kaye as well as injuring the tal human rights.” “We will stand up and proclaim that mous ruling April 19, a three-judge was broadcast on the Eternal Word rabbi and an 8-year-old girl, among no one ever has the authority to de- panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals Television Network and streamed others. Nigerian bishops: stroy unborn life.” for the District of Columbia Circuit on the internet. The concert’s first upheld the long-standing require- piece was Johann Sebastian Bach’s Free schoolgirls Court: Philadelphia ment of the House of Representa- dramatic “Aus tiefer Not schrei ich WORLD LAGOS, Nigeria | Several Catho- tives that it open each day it is in zu dir,” (“Out of Deep Anguish I Call lic bishops appealed to the Nigerian can end some session with a prayer. The decision to You”), a sweeping organ cantata Bishops fear law government to expedite actions foster placements from Judges David Tatel, Douglas meant to symbolize distress and that will lead to the release of Leah Ginsburg and Harry Edwards also sorrow. The concert also featured might break Sharibu and other girls held cap- PHILADELPHIA | The U.S. confirmed that the U.S. House works by French composers Cesar tive by Boko Haram insurgents. In Court of Appeals for the 3rd Circuit chaplain, Jesuit Father Patrick Con- Franck, Jean L’Heritier and Louis confession seal their Easter messages, the bishops ruled April 22 that the city of Phila- roy, can reject a secular invocation Verne, who served as organist at VATICAN CITY | Chilean bish- also urged the government to end delphia can bar Catholic Social Ser- to open the sessions. “Since 1789, Notre Dame in the early 1900s. ops said that while they support the incessant and wanton killings vices of the Archdiocese of Phila- the House of Representatives has legislation requiring priests and re- of fellow citizens in the country; delphia from placing children in begun each legislative day with a Catholic bishops ligious authorities to report crimes, no one has the right to kill another foster care with any family because prayer,” said the court’s opinion, they also fear that an update to the person, they added. Bishop Hil- condemn Poway country’s current law would force ary Okeke of Nnewi said there was synagogue shooting clergy to break the sacramental a ray of hope regarding the fate of seal of confession. The 155-member the abducted girls and that Nige- WASHINGTON | Catholic bish- Chilean House of Representatives ria’s bishops “are not relenting” in ops from around the U.S. were unanimously approved a measure their efforts to recover them from quick to condemn the April 27 April 23 that would add clergy and their captivity. Leah, 15, was taken attack on a Jewish community religious men and women to the list hostage with more than 100 girls in gathered at a synagogue near San of police, members of the armed the town of Dapchi early last year, Diego, which left one person dead forces, teachers and civil servants in the largest mass abduction since

12900-0510 and three others injured. “Our who are obliged to report all crimes Boko Haram took 220 girls from the country should be better than this; under article 175 of Chile’s penal town of Chibok in 2014. When the our world should be beyond such code. However, the House of Repre- others were freed a month later, Silent Directed Retreat acts of hatred and anti-Semitism,” sentatives also rejected a proposal she was the only one not released said Cardinal Daniel N. DiNardo that would exempt crimes reported — reportedly because she refused Friday, June 14, 3 p.m., until Thursday, June 20, 1 p.m. of Galveston-Houston, president during the sacrament of confession. to renounce her Christian faith. Franciscan Sister Anne Dougherty, D. Min, and Franciscan Father Kevin Tortorelli of the U.S. Conference of Catholic The measure will now be debated in About 120 Chibok girls are still in Join us for this transformative one-on-one experience Bishops in an April 28 statement. the Senate. Bishop Luis Fernando captivity. The bishops’ conference with a spiritual director. Daily sessions to reflect on the interior “This attack joins an all too long list Ramos, secretary general of the has formally involved Pope Francis, movements of your prayer, and will include Liturgy of the Eucharist. of attacks against innocent people, Chilean bishops’ conference, told and the Vatican might have reached Silence will be observed during the six days people of all faiths, who only want Chilean news site La Tercera that out to President Muhammadu Bu- to discern the presence of the Spirit. to gather and to pray. It is a contra- while the church supports laws hari on the issue, Bishop Okeke Fee: $400.00, includes meals and accommodations. diction, a perverting of their teach- that will ensure justice to victims said. Bishop Okeke said he thought REGISTER EARLY. LIMITED SPACE! ings to believe that Christianity, of abuse, rejection of the amend- the government was doing the best www.franciscancentertampa.org/registration/ Judaism, or Islam would condone ment presents a “serious difficulty” it could to stem the rising conflict such violence.” News reports say because confession “is a sacrament in Nigeria and killings by ethnic • The Franciscan Center • members of the synagogue Chabad and, consequently, an act of wor- Fulani herders. He said the killings 3010 N. Perry Ave., Tampa, Florida 33603 • 813.229.2695 of Poway were gathered to mark ship that is protected by Chilean started before Buhari’s election in the last day of Passover, a Jewish law, specifically the penal code.” 2015 and might continue beyond. May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic NATIONAL and INTERNATIONAL NEWS A14

POPE SENDS CONDOLENCES Churches in Sri Lanka TO SRI LANKA’S CHRISTIANS closed for second week VATICAN CITY | In the wake of deadly Easter terrorist attacks on in fear of new attacks Sri Lanka churches and other sites, Pope Francis condemned the brutal CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE killings and called on all Sri Lankans nity who sacrificed their lives, they to strengthen efforts to foster peace are with God because they have and justice. COLOMBO, Sri Lanka | Cath- passed away due to their strong olic leaders canceled Sunday faith,” he said at the Mass. More than 300 people were killed and more than 500 injured in Easter Masses as Sri Lanka’s churches re- Cardinal Ranjith refused to have attacks on three churches and three mained closed for a second week a bulletproof vehicle provided by hotels in Sri Lanka in the latest in a for fear of new terrorist attacks the government and chose to travel string of bombings by extremists. after the Easter Sunday suicide in an ordinary car. Young people light candles near the closed door of a church in The pope sent his condolences bombings that killed more than “I don’t want a bulletproof vehi- Colombo, Sri Lanka, April 28, 2019, during a vigil in memory of the and prayers in a letter that was read 250 people. cle, but I need security for the coun- victims of a string of suicide bomb attacks across the island on Easter. May 5 at the end of a televised Mass Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith of try,” he said in a media briefing. (THOMAS PETER, REUTERS | CNS) celebrated by Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith Colombo earlier had announced “The government must formu- of Colombo. The cardinal had asked that Sunday Masses would be held late a permanent plan of action to affirmed in their resolve to foster shelter in police stations,” he said. that all public Masses and services be on May 5, but he canceled services strengthen national security with social harmony, justice and peace.” “Christians and Muslims in Sri suspended until there was a better after considering the latest secu- the participation of all political par- Cardinal Ranjith has criticized Lanka are both minorities and have assessment of the security situation. rity alert about possible attacks, ties to ensure that there is no repeti- the government for its failure to act faced similar discrimination. Turn- Vatican News published the letter ucanews.com reported. tion of such incidents,” he said. “We on intelligence reports warning of ing against each other will only the same day. Catholic schools have been appeal to the government on behalf attacks on religious places. make their plight worse. Solidarity “In the wake of the brutal attacks closed until further notice. Al- of all religious leaders not to allow Cardinal Charles Bo of Yangon, must prevail,” he said. on Christian communities,” the pope though government schools re- the destabilization of the country Myanmar, president of the Federa- The cardinal also called on re- wrote, “I feel moved to assure you opened May 6, classrooms were to take place by creating dissension tion of Asian Bishops’ Conferences, ligious and community leaders to once more of my profound solidarity nearly empty. among different nationalities and said in a May 3 statement that the foster a sense of solidarity and re- and my continued prayers for all those A police curfew was imposed those professing different faiths.” church is deeply concerned by re- build trust between the communi- affected by these contemptible crimes.” in Negombo on the night of May 5 Cardinal Ranjith also read a let- ports of revenge and the targeting ties. “With the followers of all religions, after a clash between ethnic Sinha- ter from Pope Francis dated April 24 of Muslim residents, refugees and “We call upon the authorities in and men and women of goodwill lese people and Muslims. at the end of the Mass. asylum seekers in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka to take action against hate everywhere, we express horror at this St. Sebastian’s Church in Catho- “With the followers of all re- “Many have fled persecution in speech and protect the vulnerable. unspeakable offence against the holy lic-majority Negombo was among ligions, and men and women of their own lands and are now being Ignoring this issue will only foster name of God and I pray that hearts the sites bombed in the Islamic goodwill everywhere, we express targeted again. Almost 900 have resentment, which is exactly what hardened by hatred may yield to his State group-linked Easter attacks. horror at this unspeakable offense been reported to have been at risk of groups such as Islamic State desire,” will for peace and reconciliation among Cardinal Ranjith celebrated a against the holy name of God and I reprisal and 150 were forced to seek he said. n all his children,” he said. televised private Mass at the arch- pray that hearts hardened by hatred The pope said he was praying for bishop’s residence in Colombo May may yield to His will for peace and all those affected, asking that there be 5. He said the faithful could have reconciliation among all his chil- healing for the injured and consolation chosen to stay home but they all dren,” the pope wrote. for all those who lost a loved one. came to the church because of their “Conscious of the wound inflict- — Catholic News Service love of God. ed on the entire nation, I likewise “These members of our commu- pray that all Sri Lankans will be Purchase a Personalized Thank you for your Facing Stone Now to participation in the Ensure Completion by Long-Sleeve June 2019! PERSONALIZED FACING Relief Drive 2019 , STONES start at $3 000 Ave Maria Catholic Church in Ave Maria, Our brothers and sisters in the fields are in need Florida offers you a unique opportunity to of shirts to wear to protect them from the sun and personalize a facing stone on this beautiful toxic elements as they gather the food we put on our tables. Shirt collection sites are located at iconic church. 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SCRIPTURE A mighty grasp How long does readings Friday, May 10 Sunday, May 12 This is the work of our God! It is Acts 9:1-20; Ps 117:1b-2; Fourth Sunday of Easter this firm, unrelenting grasp that en- Jn 6:52-59 Acts 13:14, 43-52; Ps 100:1-2, 3, 5; Rv 7:9, abled Paul and Barnabas to speak new last? Saturday, May 11 14b-17; Jn 10:27-30 boldly of the risen Christ even in the face of jealousy, violent abuse, Saturday, May 18 death and resurrection of Jesus. They Acts 9:31-42; Ps 116:12-17; The very first thing I ever noticed and persecution. As these two pow- Acts 13:44-52; Ps 98:1-4; Jn 14:7-14 boldly assert that God has opened Jn 6:60-69 about him was the size of his hands! erhouse witnesses shook the dust centuries-old sealed doors to the Sunday, May 12 Although now well into his 80s, I from their feet and moved on to It seems that every time we turn Gentiles, as well as to anyone else could tell, looking at those large those who might embrace rather around, someone is throwing some- long considered outsiders. Fourth Sunday of Easter paws, that this man was never one than conspire against the thing “new” at us—electronic John’s mesmerizing vision of the Acts 13:14, 43-52; Ps to shirk hard work in his life. From joy of the Gospel, they knew devices, self-help formulae, Book of Revelation keeps speaking 100:1-2, 3, 5; Rv 7:9, 14b-17; the first time he ever grabbed my who held them and would fortified cereals, wonder diets, about the awesome promise of “a Jn 10:27-30 hand, to welcome me as the new sustain them in every trial leafy-vegetables-of-the-mo- new heaven and a new earth,” and Monday, May 13 pastor of the parish, and I felt that and triumph yet to come. ment, entertainment options, the voice from the throne cries out, vice-like grip, I knew that this guy It is this firm, unrelent- prescription drugs—and so “Behold, I make all things new!” Acts 11:1-18; Ps 42:2-3; 43:3, didn’t mess around. I imagined ing grasp that allowed much more. So, it keeps oc- And then Jesus, in a discourse 4; Jn 10:1-10 that whatever he laid his hands and the great multitude, now curring to me, how long does which is spoken during the Last Sup- Tuesday, May 14 heart to in this life, he did so with standing before the throne “new” actually last?” When per, hours before his brutal torture power, commitment, and relent- of the Lamb, to survive is something purported to be and crucifixion, tells his confused Feast of Saint Matthias, Apostle less strength. And it is precisely their great distresses. Freed “new”—and all that comes and frightened apostles—something SUNDAY Acts 1:15-17, 20-26; these qualities I felt the last time I from the corrupt, corro- WORD with being new and what we new is about to happen—and I leave gripped his hand, or better to say, he sive, and fickle grasp of the associate with newness—no you a new commandment: “Love one Ps 113:1-8; Jn 15:9-17 clutched mine, as he briefly opened world in which they lived, Father longer new? When does new- another as I have loved you.” He in- Wednesday, May 15 his eyes and recognized me from they are now sheltered and ness cease and oldness begin? sists that it is by their faithfulness to Ben Acts 12:24—13:5a; Ps 67:2- his sick bed, in the final stages of embraced by the strong At what point does new-and- acting on this commandment alone 3, 5, 6 and 8; Jn 12:44-50 making his journey home to God. hand of the one who sits on Berinti improved slip into old-and- that people will know them as his Once he knew it was I, he squeezed the throne. get-rid-of-it? disciples. Thursday, May 16 my hand firmly and resolutely, not Yet, as we repeatedly hear in this I suppose in our day and age— So, how long does “new” last? If we Acts 13:13-25; Ps 89:2-3, 21- so much wanting to cling to this side season, Easter is all about witness- something, or for that matter, even listen only to all those booming voic- 22, 25 and 27; Jn 13:16-20 of life, but more, I sensed out of re- ing to what we have seen and expe- someone new doesn’t last much be- es calling out from their “thrones” ceiving and offering strength. Even- rienced through the hand of God yond getting the thing or the person in our culture, I suppose anything Friday, May 17 tually, I had to pry my hand from in our own faith life. And so, as we home! We live in a culture where we that wasn’t acquired within the last Acts 13:26-33; Ps 2:6-11b; his so that I could use it to bathe his hear the voice of the Good Shep- are led to believe that new is better couple of days is most likely old and Jn 14:1-6 forehead and those hands of stone herd, and respond “AMEN!” to his than anything—and since we know outdated—meant to be cast off to the one last time with the Oil of the Sick. invitation to be missionaries, to be that new wears out with incredible side. Saturday, May 18 I think of that mighty grasp, and sacraments of what we receive and speed—we just have to keep shoving But for God, whose voice is trying Acts 13:44-52; Ps 98:1-4; Jn offer this image, as I contemplate experience in Eucharist—we must more and more new stuff in front of to penetrate all the false and mis- 14:7-14 the power of our Sunday Word. hold one another—in imitation of people. taken messages we receive, newness Celebrating this sacred moment, the one who holds us with a depth This seems to me to be a real di- lasts forever. Doing something new is Sunday, May 19 as I recall it now, I am certain that of love and compassion we can lemma when faced with the Easter a regular part of God’s on-going cre- Fifth Sunday of Easter I tasted just a piece, a fragment, scarcely imagine. scriptures for this Sunday, passages ative power and love. Acts 14:21-27; Ps 145:8-13; a morsel of what Jesus, the Good As a people of faith, continuing that are filled with lots of talk about So, how long does “new” last?” De- Rev 21:1-5a; Jn 13:31-33a, Shepherd, speaks to us about our to unpeel the many layers of Easter, “new”—and consequently, the “old” pends upon whom you ask, or more 34-35 God, through the Evangelist John: despite all our feeling and think- passing away. importantly, to whom you listen! n “No one can take them out of my ing to the contrary, let us cling with Paul & Barnabas, those incred- Monday, May 20 hand. My Father, who has given a mighty grasp to this truth: there ibly revolutionary spiritual leaders, Father Berinti, Missionaries of the Acts 14:5-18; Ps 115:1-4, them to me, is greater than all, and is never a moment when we are continue their extensive missionary Most Precious Blood, is pastor of Im- 15-16; Jn 14:21-26 no one can take them out of the Fa- snatched out of the hand of the Fa- travels, spreading the gospel of the maculate Conception Parish in Mel- Tuesday, May 21 ther’s hand.” ther! n new way of life ushered in with the bourne Beach. Acts 14:19-28; Ps 145:10- FROM THE POPE 13ab, 21; Jn 14:27-31a Wednesday, May 22 Acts 15:1-6; Ps 122:1-5; It is Satan, not God, that tricks people with temptation Jn 15:1-8 CAROL GLATZ In his main audience talk, the (God) who pushes me into tempta- pears in people’s lives, God is the one Thursday, May 23 Catholic News Service pope continued his catechesis on tion to see how I fall. No, a father does “fighting at their side so that they may Acts 15:7-21; Ps 96:1-3, 10; the Lord’s Prayer, looking at the next not do this. A father helps us up im- be freed. (He is) a God who always Jn 15:9-11 VATICAN CITY | God never tricks, to last invocation, “Lead us not into mediately,” he had said in the inter- fights for us, not against us.” traps or tempts his children to sin or temptation.” view. Evil and temptation come from the Friday, May 24 commit evil, Pope Francis said. God Modern translations from the The pope made the same point devil, who even targeted Jesus in the Acts 15:22-31; Ps 57:8-12; Jn is with his people every step of the original Greek expression “are a bit at his general audience, saying de- desert before his public ministry be- 15:12-17 way — during times of triumph and shaky” and do not give a precise ren- spite the translations, one thing is gan, Pope Francis said. tribulation — and he always helps dering of the real meaning, he said. undisputed: “We must exclude God But Jesus rejects every temptation Saturday, May 25 lead people away from the devil and But recent Vatican-approved transla- as the source of the temptations that and is victorious in his battle against Acts 16:1-10; Ps 100:1b-3, 5; his temptations, the pope said during tions in some languages, like French, impede humanity in its journey as evil no matter the difficulties and an- Jn 15:18-21 his weekly general audience in St. Pe- Italian and Spanish, include equiva- if God himself were on the prowl, guish it causes, the pope said. ter’s Square May 1. lents such as “Do not abandon us to setting snares and traps for his chil- During his moment of great agony Sunday, May 26 Marking the feast day, the pope temptation” or “Do not let us enter” or dren.” In the Gospels, Jesus has re- in the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus Sixth Sunday of Easter prayed that the saint, a carpenter “fall into temptation.” vealed the true image of God as a lov- asked his friends to stay and “keep Acts 15:1-2, 22-29; Ps 67:2- and Jesus’ guardian, would support Pope Francis already highlighted ing, protective father, he said. watch” with him, he said. Instead, 3,5-6,8; Rv 21:10-14, 22-23; people sacrificing so much to do good the translation issue as part of a tele- “Christians don’t have anything to they fell asleep. But “during the worst Jn 14:23-29 in the world and intercede on behalf vision series on the Lord’s Prayer in do with a jealous God who is compet- moments in life, the most insuffer- of all those who have lost their job or 2017 when he said some translations ing with humanity or who enjoys test- able, the most distressing, God keeps cannot find employment. of the “Our Father” can give believers ing them. These are images of many watch with us, God fights with us, he Unemployment “is a global trag- the wrong impression that God can pagan divinities,” the pope said. is always near,” the pope said. “Why? edy today,” he said at the end of his and does lead people into temptation. God the father is not the source of Because he is a father” who never audience. “I’m the one who falls. But it’s not evil, he said. 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VOCATION GLOSSARY OF TERMS Consecrated Religious Brother: A member of a men’s religious order who is not in holy orders but engages in Can a deacon be a saint? the work of the order. Members typically take vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. Well, of course. You might know of some permanent deacons in your parishes who are living saints. But let’s talk about the history of the Church and deacons who were canonized as saints. Consecrated Religious Sister: A member of a religious order or congregation of women devoted to active service or meditation. Members typically take vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. Discernment: The process of coming to know God’s will via prayer and the guidance of the Holy Spirit. Deacon, Diaconate: A third degree of the hierarchy of the sacrament of holy orders, after bishop and priest. The deacon is ordained for ministry and service (but not to the priesthood). Deacons are ordained to assist the bishop and priests in celebrating the divine mysteries, above all the Eucharist. They also can help distribute Eucharist, proclaim the Gospel, preach, preside over funerals and perform charitable ministries. Holy Orders: The sacrament of apostolic ministry by which the mission entrusted by Christ to the apostles continues Crack open your Bible and check out A.D. saints. St. Stephen — who is above Then there is the story of St. Law- to be exercised in the Church through the laying on of hands. chapter 6 of the Acts of the Apostles. In left — was the protomartyr, meaning rence of Rome (of roughly 258). He re- This sacrament has three distinct degrees or orders: deacon, that chapter it speaks about the need he was the first to die a martyr’s death garded the poor, the sick, the lame, the priest and bishop. All three confer a permanent, sacramental for assistants. for the Christian faith. Keep your Bible old, the infirm and all those who suffer character. In verse 5, it reads that seven men on Acts 6, verses 8 through chapter 7, as the “Treasure of the Church.” A col- Novice: A person who has been accepted into a religious were chosen as deacons, “...Stephen, verses 60, and read about the passion umn offered by the National Catholic order and who is undergoing a period of training and formation a man filled with faith and the Holy of St. Stephen where his death mirrors Register recounted how Lawrence was Spirit, also Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, that of Jesus, right down to the forgive- slowly roasted alive on a great giant before taking vows. Timon, Parmenas, and Nicholas of An- ness of his killers. Take a guess when is gridiron, all the while maintaining his Novitiate: The period a novice spends in training, usually tioch, a convert to Judaism. They pre- St. Stephen’s feast day? Dec. 26, the day sense of humor, telling his tormentors one to three years, depending on the community. sented these men to the apostles who after Christmas. to “turn me over; this side is cooked prayed and laid hands on them. The St. Philip — who is above at center enough.” That’s some kind of humor. Ordination: The rite of the sacrament of holy orders word of God continued to spread, and — converted the Ethiopian eunuch of His feast day is August 10. by which the bishop, through the imposition of hands and the the number of the disciples in Jerusa- Queen Candace’s court and baptized Are there any really famous saintly prayer of consecration, confers the order of bishop, priest or lem increased greatly. ...” him, thus bringing Christianity to the deacons? How about St. Francis of As- deacon to exercise a sacred power which comes from Christ on So deacons were an important part Horn of Africa. His story can be found sisi (1182-1226)? Francis, an exceeding- behalf of the Church. of the early Church and continue to in Acts 9:40. Philip was the father of ly humble dude who seen above right, hold an important part in today’s four daughters, and he is commemo- was never ordained to the priesthood Priest: Someone who is ordained to minister within Church. Like it reads in the definition rated June 6. and was a deacon until the day he died. the Church. The main duties of the priest are preaching, to the left, deacons are the third degree There are more examples of dea- On his feast day — Oct. 4 — dogs, cats, leadership, and celebration of the sacraments: baptizing, hearing of the hierarchy of the sacrament of cons who became saints, such as St. ferrets, hamsters, iguanas and pets of confessions, offering Mass, overseeing the exchange of marital holy orders, and they serve the Church Vincent of Saragossa (Jan. 22) and St. all kind get a blessing to remember this vows and anointing the sick. In celebrating the sacraments, the in variety of ways. Ephrem the Syrian (June 9). There are important servant of the church. priest acts in the person of Christ (in persona Christi). And saintly? Sure. In fact, two of the two disciples of friends of St. Au- So give thanks to your local deacon. the original seven — St. Stephen and gustine who were deacons and saints You never know. He might be a canon- Profession: The taking of vows upon joining a religious St. Philip — are among the 1st century — Deogratias and Quodvultdeus. ized saint some day. n order. Seminary: A school which offers theological studies, St. Katharine Drexel especially for the purpose of training priests. More amazing Though she grew up in wealth, St. Transitional Deacon: For men moving toward the saints who served Katharine Drexel witnessed her stepmother priesthood, this is a bridge to priesthood, not a permanent state in ministry opening up their home to the poor and distributing food, clothing and rent Vocations of life. They spend six months to a year in the role before priestly ordination. At this time the man makes his permanent vow to assistance to those in need. They would also An A-Maze-ing Journey live a life of obedience, celibacy and prayer for the Church. seek out and visit women you were too afraid to visit their home in order to give Religious Priest: Those who belong to a religious them charity. After becoming a sister, St. order such as the Dominicans, Franciscans or Benedictines. They Katharine gave everything to God, including live according to the rules of the community and under the her entire inheritance, and spent her life jurisdiction of their superiors in the community. educating and caring for Native and African Americans. Upon her death, Katharine and Vocation: The calling everyone has in this life. God her religious sisters had established about created all to love and serve, and everyone has his or her own 50 Native American missions in the United plan — vocation — for life. As God is the source of all lasting States to help their cause. happiness, satisfaction and joy, then living according to God’s St. Maximillian Kolbe plan will be the best life to lead. Courage, obedience and persistent prayer are needed for us to live the vocation, whether St. Maximilian, born in Poland, entered the Conventual Franciscan Order in 1910, it is to single life, to marriage or in service to the Church as a and ordained a priest in 1918. Did you priest or religious. know he started a shortwave radio station Vow: An act of devotion in which persons dedicate and planned to build a motion picture themselves to God or promise God some good work. It is a studio? He was social media way before Facebook. In 1941, he was imprisoned by See solution deliberate and free promise made to God concerning a possible the Nazis in the Auschwitz death camp. Page B7 and better good which must be fulfilled by reason of the virtue There he offered his life for another prisoner. of religion. Religious order vows are to chastity, obedience and Pope John Paul II canonized Maximilian as a poverty. “martyr of charity” in 1982. St. Maximilian What vocation awaits you on your own spiritual journey? Kolbe is considered a patron of journalists, The journey can sometimes be dizzying or lead to road blocks — Source: Archdiocese of Cincinnati, Ohio families, prisoners, the pro-life movement or cause you to take another direction. But the center of the and the chemically addicted. journey should always be about serving God. B3 VOCATIONS Florida Catholic May 10-23, 2019 Transitional deacon ready to embark on priesthood

MAURICE BEAULIEU himself suggests the progress and ordination into the Catholic priest- the Palm Beach Diocese) of 1,400 of the Florida Catholic staff achievements awaiting his future hood May 4. inmates. Some were in there for in the priesthood. Although always a devout Catho- murder. I went cell door to cell door ORLANDO | Anyone who gets to Earning his master’s degree in lic, Deacon Stelzer never pondered forming friendships. They don’t get know Deacon Eric Stelzer will learn divinity in a few days, Deacon Stel- a pious life until he attended uni- to interact with others that much. the 27-year-old from Merritt Island zer will progress to the next level of versity. His involvement in Catho- Some only have four hours allowed enjoys a good adventure. His pas- his professional career with three lic groups at college provided the from their cells. So, for me to be sion for setting high standards for other deacons as they enjoy their inspiration to set his religious jour- someone who just comes in there ney in motion. Perhaps, it also was as a brother, was serving the Lord.

11169-0510 the monumental hikes along the Appalachian Trail he and his close Q. Have you ever served in a friends still enjoy that helped rein- parish outside of America? force his Catholic faith by appre- A. I did a Spanish program in An- ciating all that God has made. Or tigua, Guatemala, for a few months. maybe it his hope to one day have It was a very immersing program. a parish of his own that further in- spires and fuels his desire to spread Q. What have you found the Catholic faith to his parishio- so fulfilling about the Catholic ners. Church? From the appreciation he has A. Being able to share the faith Our Lady of The Lakes for his own parents who modeled with others. Someone first reached Deacon Eric Stelzer 1310 Maximillian St. • Deltona, FL an excellent example how to treat out to me and it transformed my others to crediting Scripture for life. It gives me energy and gives me ‘Will I be happy as a instilling order in his life, Deacon joy to see changes in people’s lives. priest? Will the Lord Stelzer has countless experiences in Priests, Staff, and his young life that signal his future Q. What is your most memo- bring me welfare? He success as a Catholic priest. rable spiritual experience? Parishioners offer our A. It was my first year at seminary has given me such prayers and support Q. When did you know you and I was taking an hour of adora- blessings by working want to be a priest? tion and going to pray. I just felt the to our Seminarian A. I never thought about it be- warmth and presence of God. It with families and others fore. But when I was involved in was a really consoling and power- who need help.’ Francisco Ojeda the Catholic Gators (young adult ful moment. This is what the Lord Catholic outreach at St. Augustine was calling me for. He was there the — Deacon Eric Stelzer Parish in Gainesville, near the Uni- whole time. versity of Florida) I found a renewal in my faith. I started to grow deeper Q. What has been your favor- Q. What are your hobbies? and deeper in my faith. I felt the tug ite assignment so far? A. Hiking. I hike the Appalachian from the Holy Spirit. A. I had an internship to a differ- Trail of 70 to 100 miles. I have good ent parish. I was totally immersed comradery with my friends and Are you discerning Q. Is there anything you found working with the families. family. It is very peaceful, very se- unexpected in your progress to the rene. It is my favorite vacation spot. priesthood? Q. What advice would you a call to religious life? A. I didn’t know about the day-to- give others who want to follow in Q. What do you typically do day life. Will I be happy as a priest? your footsteps? on your day off? Will the Lord bring me welfare? A. Read Scripture passage of Jere- A. I enjoy sports. I play basket- He has given me such blessings miah 29:11. Anyone thinking about ball, frisbee. We took the trophy in a Would you like by working with families and oth- the religious life, the Lord plans our basketball tournament in Chicago. ers who need help. For example, I welfare. He really helps us to grow. Anything outdoors and sports re- to arrange a visit worked at a prison in Martin Coun- The Lord does not want us to live a lated. with the Sisters ty Correctional (in Indiantown of miserable life. Q. What is your favorite type at Holy Name? of music? Best wishes and prayers as you A. Classic rock like AC/DC and Led Zeppelin. prepare to embark on your pastoral If the answer is “YES,” you are welcome to stay for a day or a week and experience our Benedictine way of life, year in your seminary formation Q. Who do you look up to the most? prayer, and community. Let us know ahead of time when A. My own parents. Their fidelity coming so we can welcome you for a meal with us. Your Ascension Church Family and grace of their marriage. Their To arrange a day visit, contact S. Roberta Bailey, OSB commitment to their family, their ▶ ability to sacrifice for me and my [email protected] or 352-588-8320 brother and my sister. ▶ To schedule an overnight visit, contact S. Mary Clare Neuhofer, OSB [email protected] or 352-588-7188 Q. Five years from now, where do you see yourself? May God's blessings be A. I see myself as a priest in a par- ish. I imagine being an associate or with you in your discernment full pastor.

Sister Roberta Bailey, OSB, Office of the Prioress 12992-0510 PO BOX 2450, 12138 WICHERS ROAD, ST. LEO, FL 33574-2450 Q. How do you want the world www.benedictinesistersoffl.org to remember you? A. As a faithful priest. Q. Any thoughts about your 13016-0510 upcoming ordination into the Greg Lambert priesthood? A. I am mostly excited. I pray. It is wonderful, just incredible, surreal. May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic VOCATIONS B4 Women religious find a place of honor on Mother’s Day

CHAZ MUTH “In my case, we care for the elderly. importance. It is a vocation that is Catholic News Service I look at myself as a spiritual mother frequently hidden, invisible to the to the elderly, because I try to nur- naked eye, but meant to transmit WASHINGTON | When the el- ture them, to protect them from spiritual life.” derly men and women at the Jeanne harm and to educate them spiritu- In his 1988 apostolic letter, “Mu- Jugan Residence for senior care pray ally.” lieris Dignitatem” (“On the Dignity the rosary with Sister Constance Though most of the elderly who and Vocation of Women”), St. John Veit, they see her as more than one reside at Washington’s Jeanne Ju- Paul II said that for consecrated of the caregivers at the facility. gan Residence arrive with a strong women who live according to the Though this nun with the Little spiritual core, Sister Constance says charism and rules of the various Sisters of the Poor is many years part of her role is to enrich and fur- apostolic institutes, spiritual moth- their junior, these seniors think of ther their understanding and love erhood “can express itself as con- her as their spiritual mother, a term of God. cern for people, especially the most often used by popes when they refer “The recognition of spiritual needy: the sick, the handicapped, to women religious. motherhood is a recognition of a the abandoned, orphans, the el- More than one of those residents supernatural order alongside the derly, children, young people, the said they were going to honor Sister natural one,” said Dominican Sister imprisoned and, in general, people Constance May 12, just like they Maria Veritas Marks, a member of on the edges of society.” would any other mother on Moth- the Religious in Residence program That apostolic letter continued er’s Day. at The Catholic University of Amer- by saying just as the motherhood of Pope Francis has called on ica in Washington. “In this order, Mary extends to all, so is the spiri- women religious to “be mothers, it is also possible to give persons’ tual motherhood of consecrated Sister Constance Veit, a Little Sister of the Poor, collects rosaries from as a figure of Mary ... and of mother life, supernatural life, to help them women characterized by “ongoing elderly residents following prayers at the Jeanne Jugan Residence for church. It is impossible to under- share the divine life of grace. Con- intercession, care and maternal so- senior care in Washington. Sister Constance is considered a spiritual stand Mary without her mother- secrated religious women are called licitude for all souls.” mother by many of the residents. (CHAZ MUTH | CNS) hood; it is impossible to understand to this motherhood in a particular Mary has been an inspiration the church apart from her mother- way through the vows of poverty, to Sister Constance throughout ers and spiritual mothers.” “For us, the ultimate of spiritual hood and you are icons of Mary and chastity and obedience.” her vocation as a Little Sister of the In her role as spiritual mother in motherhood is being midwives of the church.” According to the Vatican Con- Poor, calling her the most beautiful a care facility for the elderly, Sister souls, as they prepare to leave this Sister Constance has answered gregation for the Clergy’s docu- ideal and model in motherhood. Constance believes her priority is world,” she said. “A physical moth- the pope’s call and embraced the ment “Eucharistic Adoration for “I’ve always appreciated the fact to remind the seniors that they too er brings children into the world at role of spiritual mother. the Sanctification of Priests and that Mother’s Day occurs during the continue to have a mission in this the beginning of their lives. We’re “Our motherhood is exercised by Spiritual Maternity,” “the vocation month of May, a month the church world and to help foster their pur- there at the end of people’s lives loving those whom God puts in our to be a spiritual mother ... is largely dedicates to Mary,” she said. “I posefulness. to help them to be born to eternal path, those to whom he confides unknown, scarcely understood think it’s a way of making a connec- Another priority is to help them life with God forever. I think that’s to us to care for,” she told Catholic and, consequently, rarely lived, tion between our blessed mother prepare for eternal life, Sister Con- just a beautiful way of looking at News Service in a March interview. notwithstanding its fundamental and mothers, both physical moth- stance said. it.” n

St. Jude CatholiC ChurCh offers its prayers to Seminarian Carlos H. Rodriguez as he dedicates his life to serve our Lord. Be open to God who will lead you along the way.

Que Dios te Bendiga, Carlos Padre Celestino Gutiérrez, Pastor

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Filipino Cardinal ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO Luis Antonio Tagle of the Florida Catholic staff MIAMI | The formal title of Car- offers advice dinal Luis Antonio Tagle’s Fides et Ratio lecture, given to seminar- to Catholics, ians, priests and others at St. John Vianney College Seminary March seminarians during 22, was “Shepherding God’s People in a Time of Challenge, Crisis and Miami visit Change.” ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO In an interview prior to the lec- ture, he summarized his message of the Florida Catholic staff this way: Don’t expect a comfort- able life. Be prepared to “suffer the MIAMI | Cardinal Luis Antonio At left, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of Manila answers audience questions at St. John Vianney College cross.” Tagle of Manila keeps his watch on Seminary, Miami, after delivering a lecture. At right, Archbishop Thomas Wenski points to a detail of “Every life, especially that of Philippines time, because “some- the artwork at the seminary’s St. Raphael Chapel. The cardinal also celebrated Mass and had lunch a pastor, will be full of crosses. times I don’t know where I am,” he March 24 with South Florida’s Filipino community. (PHOTOS BY ANA RODRIGUEZ-SOTO | FC) That’s the Jesus that we are follow- explained during a weekend visit ing. If you start looking for a life to Miami March 22-24. without crosses, you’re in for dis- He had just flown in from Wash- its 60th anniversary. In addition to In other places, however, their enough we might learn from them appointment,” he told the Florida ington, D.C., after visiting Syria delivering the annual Fides et Ra- apparent lack of faith — and defi- and become a better Church.” Catholic. two weeks earlier. From here, he tio (Faith and Reason) lecture Fri- nite lack of practice — are mat- And he began his lecture that would be traveling to Vienna. He day evening, Cardinal Tagle was ters of concern, not only for the ABUSE CRISIS evening by asking, “When is not also had been in Rome at the end the guest of honor at a fundraising Church but for their parents and The same applies to the clergy a time of challenge, crisis and of February for the Vatican summit banquet for the seminary Saturday teachers. The experience in Eu- sexual abuse crisis. The perception change?” for the Church. Daily on sexual abuse. night and celebrated Mass with rope and North America may 20 or 25 years ago, in other parts of challenges and crises are present The travel is part of his work Miami’s Filipino community Sun- serve as a forewarning to other the world, may have been that it in the lives of every priest and lay as president, since 2015, of Cari- day morning. parts of the world, such as the was a uniquely American prob- person, he said. “Let us not panic. tas Internationalis, the network Philippines. lem, but that has changed, Cardi- This is something very ordinary in of Catholic charitable agencies MILLENNIALS “We can make use of that to nal Tagle said. What the American human life and in the history of the charged with helping the poor in Asked about topics ranging from become better pastors and bet- Church now must recognize is that Church.” their home countries and respond- the drop-off in faith and practice ter parents and better educators,” even if it’s not spoken of in other His formal reflection also exam- ing to disasters worldwide. It’s also among millennial Catholics to the Cardinal Tagle suggested. “Do countries “in the American way, ined the meaning of “shepherding” part of his work as cardinal, since clergy sex abuse crisis worldwide to not prejudge the younger genera- it doesn’t mean that they’re not a flock in today’s mostly urban, his appointment by Pope Emeritus the person of Pope Francis, the car- tions as hostile to the faith. Begin facing it. The cultural differences non-agricultural, world, as well as Benedict XVI in 2012. dinal’s answers could be summed a dialogue. Ask them what they must be factored in.” the Judeo-Christian understand- The globetrotting has enabled up this way: If we are humble, we expect from the Church that they The Church can and should give ing of being “a servant.” him to confirm something he no- can learn from each other. are not getting. And listen to their general guidelines for reporting In the ancient world, being a ser- ticed in his own homeland, an It is not fair to generalize, the answers. and punishing abuse on the part vant meant being someone else’s archipelago of more than 7,000 cardinal said in response to a ques- “If we listen to them they might of the clergy, and those protocols property. In the Judeo-Christian islands, each with its own dialect tion about millennials. “In some guide us to the paths of renewal,” must include respect and coop- understanding, servanthood came and tradition, but all bound by a parts of the world you see them he said. “Maybe they have some- to be understood as covenant. A deep Catholic faith. vibrant.” thing to tell us and if we are humble PLEASE SEE TAGLE, B6 servant is not God’s property, nor “That’s the beauty of the Chris- does he merely “work” for God. tian faith. It can provide unity “It means I belong to God and without imposing uniformity,” he nobody else,” Cardinal Tagle said. said during an interview with the “This is the spirit of shepherding. Florida Catholic shortly after his This is the spirit of servanthood.” arrival. As Jesus showed by his example, He had already confirmed God serves everyone, because God South Florida’s diversity during a loves everyone. “If I belong to God, brief introduction to the staff and I will serve everyone, even my en- seminarians of St. John Vianney emy,” the cardinal said. College Seminary, where he spent Similarly, a shepherd will lead the weekend at the invitation of its his flock to his master. But “what if rector, fellow Filipino Father Ferdi- God is not the master of the shep- nand Santos. The two have known herd? To whom will he lead God’s one another for many years. people?” Cardinal Tagle asked, Just looking at the seminarians listing some of the temptations and hearing their family names, that can take the place of God as Cardinal Tagle said, he had been masters: honor, prestige, comfort, “inspired by the intercultural real- status. ity of Miami, which is, I think, the “We need to make a serious ex- reality in the U.S.” amination of conscience,” he said, This marked his third time in referring not just to priests but also Miami, he noted, though this was to lay people, spouses and parents, the longest he had stayed. His visit who are tasked with shepherding helped the seminary — the only Laity, priests, religious and seminarians gathered at St. John Vianney College Seminary’s St. Raphael their families. “Sometimes God is freestanding, bilingual, college Chapel March 22 to hear Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle of Manila deliver the 19th annual Fides et Ratio just an appendix to the many other seminary in the U.S. — celebrate lecture, which this year coincided with the celebration of the seminary’s 60th anniversary. masters to whom we belong.” n May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic VOCATIONS B6 Woman religious throws perfect pitch

CAROL ZIMMERMANN Dominican Catholic News Service Sister Mary Jo Sobieck debuts her very own The perfect WASHINGTON | 2019 Topps pitch Dominican Sister Mary Jo Allen and Sobieck threw prior to a Chicago Ginter Baseball White Sox game last summer not Trading only went viral but is still out of the Card April 8. park. Known as the First, there was a bobblehead in “Curveball her image and now, she has her own Queen,” baseball card. Sister Mary Not bad for a theology teacher Jo signed 260 at Marian Catholic High School in baseball cards Chicago. And in baseball terms, it’s that will be a double, because the money she inserted into gets for the cards goes directly to random Topps her school’s scholarship program. trading card Sister Mary Jo also gets to throw packs. (KAREN out the pregame pitch April 11 at CALLAWAY, CATHOLIC

Busch Stadium in St. Louis before 13021-0510 the Cardinals’ game against the NEW WORLD Los Angeles Dodgers, which isn’t | CNS) bad for the sister who also happens to be a Cardinals’ fan. According to news reports, the The image on the card is when All of this fame might be new Twins rank at the top for the sister she came off the mound pointing to the Dominican sister, but she’s who grew up in Minnesota, fol- at White Sox pitcher Lucas Giolito, hardly new to the sport that brought lowed next by the White Sox, but who caught her pitch. She is wear- her to this level. In elementary her favorite team in the National ing a Marian Catholic T-shirt over school, high school and college she League is the Cardinals, whom she her white habit with the number played softball, basketball and vol- discovered and went to plenty of “60” on it for the school’s 60th an- leyball. games to see, when she moved to niversary. She certainly never imagined she Congratulations Springfield, Illinois, to join the Do- She was chosen to throw out the would be on a baseball card. minican sisters there in the 1993. first pitch that night because it was “It is so out there,” she told the On April 8, she signed 260 limit- Marian Catholic Night at the park. Chicago Tribune. “As a kid and ath- ed-edition baseball cards bearing For the card deal, Sister Mary Jo lete growing up, you always went to to our parish her image in the gym at Marian receives $1,000, which she is donat- the store and bought the baseball Catholic High School. The baseball ing to the Sister Mary Jo Endowed cards and bubblegum.” card company, Topps, contacted Scholarship fund, established af- She also told the newspaper she seminarians, her after her famous pitch last Au- ter she threw out the now-famous sees a lot of parallels with religious gust and said a card picturing her pitch. The school has promoted the life and sports. would be perfect for their Allen & fund on social media noting that “For me, religious life is also a Ginter series, which also features Sister Mary Jo is asking for match- team,” she said, adding that it re- Rev. Br. Brent Bowen, OP pop culture icons and historical fig- ing funds for those who support quires “a lot of discipline, a lot of ures in its packs. Catholic education. spiritual exercise.” n and TAGLE the pope a balanced, global view of she saw Pope Francis touch a statue FROM B5 an issue, “I will demand of myself a of Mary when he prayed before it. lot of consultation with people from That told her, “the pope is just like Kyle Fennesy different contexts,” he said. “This is us.” a globalized world,” and something Therefore, he said, “is it the prob- eration with civil authorities, the that occurs in one part of the world lem of the Holy Father or is it the cardinal said. But in issuing those “is never simply a local thing. It will problem of people who have got- protocols, the Vatican also must have ramifications.” ten used to a particular (European) consider the different legal systems style of papacy?” Cardinal Tagle in various countries, the hostility POPE FRANCIS also had a message for his fellow toward the Church in some, and Asked about Catholics’ differ- Filipinos, so many of whom have the corruption of civil authorities ing perspectives on Pope Fran- left their homeland to work around in others. “That’s the tricky part,” cis, Cardinal Tagle noted that the the world. He noticed when the he said. pope is the product of his unique pope celebrated Mass in the United He noted that his experience as background: Latin American, Ar- Arab Emirates in January, for ex- a cardinal — who in addition to gentine, with an immigrant back- ample, that 40 percent of those in remaining bishops in their local ground and a Jesuit formation, attendance were Filipino migrant churches are tasked with duties for “with all its strengths and limita- workers. the global Church — has helped tions,” as well as his own personal “Churches are in a way benefit- him expand his horizons. background and his experiences as ing from the witness of the Filipi- “I see that part of my ministry is a pastor. “We cannot avoid that,” nos,” he said, and their strong ex- to also try to understand the com- he said. ample of faith. “We should not for- plex contexts of questions,” he said. The fact that this pope started off get our faith and share that faith.” Basilica of St. Paul He cited as an example his view of his pontificate by greeting people in Despite their limitations, “this 317 Mullally St., Christian-Muslim relations, which a very ordinary way — “Buona sera” is one of our precious gifts to the Daytona Beach, FL 32114 was “quite limited to our experience — pleased some and disturbed oth- Church where we are,” Cardinal in the Philippines.” He has since ers. “Why is he not conducting him- Tagle said. “Maybe the Lord sent 386-252-5422 learned that “the global reality is self as pope?” they wondered. But them here also for a mission: to 13019-0510 not as simple as I used to think.” the cardinal spoke to a woman who bring whatever gifts they have to Since his role as cardinal is to give said it “warmed her heart” when the Church in Miami.” n B7 VOCATIONS Florida Catholic May 10-23, 2019 13014-0510 Holy Name of Jesus Alaska priest still loves his Catholic Community We give thanks to Seminarian Kyle McClure for answering “The Russian Far East mission Call” to the priesthood. He is currently at St. Vincent De Paul MARK PATTISON Seminary going into his Catholic News Service pastoral year. WASHINGTON | It has been 25 years and counting, but Father Special Michael Shields doesn’t have any congratulations to plans to leave the mission of the Deacon Derek Archdiocese of Anchorage, Alaska, in Magadan, Russia, at least any Saldanha, on his time soon. upcoming ordination Father Shields, 69, loves his min- to the priesthood istry in the Russian Far East city of on May 25, 2019! 100,000. Magadan and Anchorage are sister cities. The mission came into being in 1989 at the initiative May God’s blessings be upon you both! of then-Anchorage Bishop Francis 3050 N. Hwy A1A | Indialantic, FL | 321.773.2783 | www.hnj.org Hurley as the former Soviet Union was in its “glasnost” and “perestroi- ka” era under Mikhail Gorbachev. There are only about 250 reg- istered members of the mission — Russia is still a predominantly The Parishioners and Staff of Orthodox country — and perhaps 50 to 80 of them come to Mass on a given Sunday. But “there’s not a Father Michael Shields, a priest from the Archdiocese of Anchorage, Blessed Trinity heart or a soul that I don’t know Alaska, who ministers to Catholics in Magadan, Russia, gestures deeply” among his congregants, during an interview with a Catholic News Service reporter in CATHOLIC CHURCH Father Shields told Catholic News Washington. (BOB ROLLER | CNS) Service in a Dec. 14 interview in Wish to offer Support and Prayers for our Seminarians Washington. daily humiliation for me.” He cel- whom tend to stay year-round to Father Shields has been in the ebrates Mass and preaches in Rus- study Russian. United States since late fall for sian, “but I didn’t learn until I was Russian millennials “are like knee replacement surgery and to 42,” he told CNS. Yet after a genera- millennials everywhere. They want visit donors and benefactors before tion in Russia, some English words to make a good life for themselves,” his return Jan. 17. The Anchorage don’t come that easily, either. and have their doubts about faith’s Archdiocese receives a grant to help His most telling dark night of place in their life, Father Shields fund the Magadan mission from the the soul, which made him question said, and he counsels them on the U.S. bishops’ annual collection for his ministry, came in 2003, when joys of belief in God. the Church in Central and Eastern workers attached a new roof for the What he said is “hurtful,” though, Europe. church “upside-down,” he said. is the differing observances of The mission is about as far east “It would rain inside the church” Christmas and Easter on the Catho- as Russia can get. Russia, Father on cold days, of which there are lic and Orthodox calendars. The Or- Zackary Gray Shields added, is “not West and plenty in Siberia, when — and he thodox Christmas, often called the not East. It’s both.” In Magadan, he was searching for the word “frost” Feast of Theophany — when Jesus added, one can go to a drugstore on — had formed and then melt, the in human form was made known one side of the street, and pick up water running down the sides of the to others — is celebrated Jan. 6, the acupuncture needles in a shop on church walls. Catholic feast of the Epiphany. And the other side. “I needed to be alone,” Father the Orthodox Easter is almost al- With the closest Roman Catholic Shields recalled about the fiasco. ways later than the Catholic Easter. priest 800 miles away, it’s a different “So I went to Poland for a retreat. I “If I can get Pope Francis to lis- kind of loneliness that sets in. But didn’t want to talk to anyone. There ten to me,” Father Shields said, he the members of the mission, Father were 150 blind children there. The would split the difference. Christ- Shields said, “are my family. That’s nuns at the retreat said, ‘You have to mas would be celebrated by all on just how I look at it.” meet these children.’ Being touched Dec. 25, thus lessening the influ- Ezekiel Zylis When he’s away, as he has been, by 150 children later, I was healed. I ence of Russia’s New Year celebra- Polish and Slovak priests minister- went back to Magadan, and I put the tions, while “we would surrender ing in Russia will travel to Magadan roof back on myself. Forget the Rus- our Easter” and observe the Ortho- to substitute for him. Magadan was sian construction company!” dox date. n created by the former Soviet Union Father Shields has been aided in to be a prison-camp town, Father his ministry for the past six years Shields noted, and those priests of- by a small group of students from Maze solution ten have a relative who lived — or the Franciscan University of Steu- died — in the camps. benville. The first group had sent Post-Soviet Magadan’s economy inquiries about mission work to is based mostly in gold and coal places in western Russia without a mining. He said it also attracts response. Then they emailed him, professors and artists — the same and he was grateful for the help. Alex Feliciano people once herded into the bygone The group, which usually numbers camps. Now, though, “they get paid in single digits, spends the summer Blessed Trinity Church • 5 S.E. 17th St. • Ocala, FL 34471 11146-0510 some sort of bonus” for working in — the temperature doesn’t break Phone: 352-629-8092 such a remote location “and they 80 in Magadan — helping out at the can retire early.” mission. The Magadan kids “love When asked, Father Shields said to practice their English” with the his ability to speak Russian is “a Steubenville students, a couple of May 10-23, 2019 Florida Catholic ADVERTISEMENT B8

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