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NEW DISTRICT COUNCIL INSTALLED IN EASTERN AFRICA

Fr. Paul Marshall (far left), representing the Provincial Council, with the newly-installed District Council, including Bro. Joseph Maricky Okoth, Bro. Frank Annunziata, Bro. Peter Nato, Bro. Chola Mulenga, Fr. Gabriel Kirangah, Bro. Paul Kageche and Fr. Mike Nartker

Bro. Chola receives a Marian icon from the district members

On May 20 the new Council for the District of Eastern Africa was installed by Fr. Paul Marshall, who directed the District's retreats this year. The members of the new Council are: Bro. Valentine Chola Mulenga (district superior), Fr. Gabriel Ng'ang'a Kirangah (deputy district superior/office of religious life), Bro. Peter Barasa Nato (office of education), Bro. Paul Kageche Ndungu (office of temporalities), Deacon Callistus Jeje (councilor/MLC liaison), who was in Rome completing his theological studies at the time of the installation, and Fr. Michael Nartker (councilor). Two advisors will assist the Council in its work: Bro. Frank Annunziata and Bro. Joseph Maricky Okoth. Bro. Chola was the homilist for the ceremony. The installation was followed by the renewal of temporary vows of the brothers of the District.

This celebration concluded the District's annual retreat, which was based on the document of the 33rd General Chapter, "In Mission with Mary." Our prayers for the continued growth and deepening of Marianist life in Eastern Africa!

THREE APPROVED FOR ADMISSION TO NOVITIATE

Brandon Alana

Ray Dominguez

Jeff Campbell

The Provincial Council has approved Brandon Alana-Maugaotega, Jeffrey Campbell and Rayler Dominguez for admission to the Marianist novitiate in August in Dayton. Brandon and Ray were aspirants in San Antonio this past year and were members of the Casa Maria community. Jeff has been working for the Archdiocese of Cleveland. Our prayers for the new novices!

CUPERTINO BROTHERS MOVE TO NEW MARIANIST CENTER

The dove fountain at the front entrance of the Marianist Center in Cupertino

During the last two weeks of May, brothers from the Villa St. Joseph, San Juan and Alcalde residences in Cupertino, Calif., moved to the newly-renovated Marianist Center in Cupertino. The property includes three buildings connected by enclosed walkways: Chaminade Hall (dining for 50, a large chapel, community room and offices), St. Mary Hall (residence for active retired) and St. Joseph Hall (residence for those needing care). The retirement facility has the capacity for 27 brothers and priests and guest rooms at the Alcalde and Bordeaux houses. The grounds include a swimming pool, gardens and fountains. Assisting with the move were Bros. Charles Johnson, Andy Kosmowski, Tobías Ferrer and Brian Halderman, Novices Tom Farnsworth and Luis Gamboa and Aspirant Ray Dominguez. Congratulations to Bro. John Haster, community director and owners' rep for the project and Bro. Tom Suda, project manager, on a job well done!

Editor's note: The new contact information for the Marianist Center is: Marianist Center, 22683 Alcalde Road, Cupertino, CA 95014-3903, reception desk, 408.207.4800; nurses' station, 408.207.4805

Rear view of living room, dining room, and chapel building

CLOCKWISE from top: Bros. Tom Suda and John Haster; Bro. Stanley Murakami, Aspirant Ray Dominguez, Fr. Bill O'Connell and Novice Tom Farnsworth in the dining area; Bro. Eugene Frank and Fr. Jim Imhof; and statue of Mary overlooking pond. Photos courtesy of Bros. John Schlund and Brian Halderman

UNITED STATES PROVINCE GATHERS FOR ASSEMBLY IN TUCSON

For the first time since June 2002, the Marianist brothers and priests of the Province of the United States will gather for a Province Assembly June 25 to July 1 in Tucson, Ariz. The theme of the gathering is "Come to the Desert: Becoming Brother, Finding Life." Bishop Gerald Kicanas of Tucson will participate in the opening ritual. Speakers include Sr. Mary Bendyna, RSM, who will discuss "The Challenge of Brotherhood," and Bro. Loughlan Sofield, ST, who will speak on "Signs of Life in the Desert." Special times are set aside to recognize 2007 jubilarians as well as all Marianists who have died since the Province began on July 1, 2002. Also, those in temporary profession will renew their vows.

On June 30, the new Provincial Council will be installed: Bro. Stephen Glodek, provincial; Fr. Jim Fitz, assistant provincial; Fr. George Cerniglia, assistant for religious life; Bro. Ed Brink, assistant for education; Bro. Joe Markel, assistant for temporalities; Fr. Joe Lackner, assistant for developing regions; and Councilors Fr. Steve Tutas, Fr. Oscar Vasquez and Bro. Jack Ventura.

Joining the assembly will be members of the General Administration of the Society of Mary, the Marianist Sisters, Marianist Lay Communities, MLNNA and representatives from Province offices. Representatives from the Districts of Mexico, India, and Eastern Africa and the Province of Meribah also will attend.

Assembly Committee Chair Bro. Jack Ventura says the assembly will allow time for prayer, reflection, sharing, small group discussion and getting to know other brothers. "We'd like this to be a time for brothers to retreat, reenergize and recreate," said Bro. Jack.

VOCATION RETREAT IS HELD IN SAN FERNANDO, CALIFORNIA

At the retreat, front, Heribertus Denny, Fr. John McEnhill, Bro. Charles Johnson, Brian Meyers and Cedric Panganiban; back, Bro. Jim Wisecaver, Cruz Rios, Bro. Dennis Schmitz, Sr. Evangeline Escobar, Arthur Fitzmaurice, Niall Downing, Contact Brandon Paluch, Aspirant Ray Dominguez, Bro. LeRoy Viera and Contact Mike Chiuri

Bros. Dennis Schmitz and Jim Wisecaver led a vocation retreat for six inquirers over the Memorial Day weekend at the Poverello Franciscan Retreat House in San Fernando. Presenters were Bro. Dennis, who spoke on the history of religious life, and Bro. Charles Johnson, national vocation director, who spoke on "the Call" and the Marianist charism. The inquirers also participated in an "Emmaus Walk," where they walked and talked with those who have made a Marianist commitment. Members of the West Hills community joined the group on Saturday evening and for liturgy on Sunday morning. Fr. John McEnhill presided. Sr. Evangeline Escobar, Aspirant Ray Dominguez and Contacts Mike Chiuri and Brandon Paluch also assisted with the retreat.

LEFT: Ray, Mike, Bro. Brian Halderman and Brandon; RIGHT: Bro. Tony Pistone, Fr. John, and Bros. Charles and Dennis. Photos by Bros. Jim Wisecaver and Brian Halderman

PERSONNEL ANNOUNCEMENTS

The following personnel assignments have been made by the Provincial Council. All of them will take place over the summer months. Our best wishes to all in their new ministries!

Bro. Jim Abel will be moving from Mercy Siena to the Alumni Hall community in Dayton. He will tutor at the University of Dayton.

Bro. Bill Bolts will join the Vancouver Marianist Community with Archbishop Raymond Roussin in August. Bro. Bill will act as a consultant for the Vancouver Archdiocese Office of Religious Education, with special emphasis in adult faith formation. Read Bro. Bill's farewell letter to the members of Queen of Apostles parish in San Jose, Calif.

Fr. Don Cahill has been assigned to the Curé of Ars community in St. Louis and will be involved with sacramental ministry to the community and clerical support for institutions and parishes.

Bro. Howard Hughes has been assigned from the Marianist community at Riordan High School in San Francisco to the Marianist community in Cupertino, Calif.

Henri Kamundi (District of Eastern Africa) has decided not to renew his temporary vows. The Province thanks Henri for his years of discernment and service and prays for God's continued blessing on his life journey.

Fr. Eduardo Fernàdez-Moscoso, former provincial of the Province of Zaragoza, will be spending a year of sabbatical at the Marianist community in Puerto Rico.

Ken Barrett has withdrawn from the aspirancy program. We thank Ken for his time with us and wish him God's blessing on his future.

GOOD TO KNOW E-MAIL PROBLEMS. There have been e-mail problems at the Province office on West Pine. We have discovered that for the past couple of months, many e-mails have not been received. If you have e-mailed someone at West Pine recently and have not received a reply, please resend the e-mail. Thank you. OUT AND ABOUT. Read the upcoming travel schedule of members of the Provincial staff in St. Louis. PERSONNEL CHANGES. Read the changes. Remember that personnel information on SM Connect (PORTAL) is updated on a regular basis. WANTED. Bro. Dan Stupka is looking for copies of "Prayers for Marianists" (1998 edition) for communities in India. If you have spare copies, contact Bro. Dan at dstupkasm@yahoo.com or 937.229.4674 or mail the copies

June 10 Jubilee celebration Cupertino June 15 The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus June 16 Memorial of the Immaculate Heart of Mary MORE

DISTRICT OF EASTERN AFRICA BIDS FAREWELL TO BRO. RAY

Forty brothers gathered to bid farewell to Bro. Ray (seated), who is holding a carving of the Holy Family that was presented to him as a token of appreciation for his service

Marianists in Nairobi gathered on May 31 to say goodbye to Bro. Ray Gohring, who is returning to the U.S. after 40 years of ministry in Eastern Africa. Bro. Ray served most of his time in Africa as a teacher at Matero Boys Secondary School in Lusaka, Zambia. Bro. Chola Mulenga, district superior, spoke of Bro. Ray's warmth, willingness to serve and professionalism as an educator. For years, Bro. Ray's science students had a 100 percent pass mark on national exams and were ranked first in Zambia. More recently, Bro. Ray ministered and lived at the Bro. Vincent House (Marianist scholasticate) in Nairobi. The brothers of Eastern Africa wish Bro. Ray well in his new community at Alumni Hall in Dayton and in his new assignment as a tutor at the University of Dayton.

MARIANIST YOUNG ADULT FORUM HELD ON UD CAMPUS

Forum participants with Marianist organization representatives, including Anthony Fucci (second row, second from left), Marianist Family Retreat Center; Chris Nieport (seated, third row, far left), Marianist volunteer; A.J. Wagner (back row, far left); John Graziano (back row, center), Marianist volunteer; and Joan McGuinness Wagner (back row, fourth from right), UD director of Marianist Strategies

"Marianist Young Adults: Living the Legacy" was the theme for the Marianist Young Adults Forum held May 18 to May 20 at the University of Dayton. Leaders of Marianist organizations, including NACMS, MSJC, Marianist retreat ministries, Marianist Lay Formation Initiative, Marianist LIFE, and the three Marianist universities invited 22 young adults from across the Marianist family to gather for a weekend of prayer, education, networking and fun. The goal was to foster leadership, formation and awareness of Marianist ministries. Representatives from NACMS and several lay Marianists provided their personal insights on being a Marianist. As a next step, the forum participants formed a Marianist Young Adult Committee to further increase the presence of young adults in the Marianist family.

FROM THE GENERAL ADMINISTRATION

VIA LATINA. Read the June 2007 issue.

BRO. FRANKLIN PAO HONORED BY HAWAIIAN ROYAL SOCIETIES

Bro. Franklin accepts his award from a member of the Hawaiian Royal Societies; inset, Bro. Franklin shows his hula skills

Bro. Franklin Ka'imi'ikepono Pao (Hale Malia, Honolulu) was honored May 19 as one of five distinguished recipients of the Kalani Ali'i (The Chiefly Royal One) Award. The award recognizes citizens for their contributions to Hawaii, its culture and people. Bro. Franklin was chosen from among 70 nominees. The award was given by the Hawaiian Royal Societies, which trace their origins back to Hawaii's monarchy government. Bro. Franklin served for almost 20 years as the chaplain for the Royal Order of Kamehameha, one of the four major Hawaiian Royal Societies. Bro. Franklin, who is suffering from cancer, surprised everyone when he got up and did the hula during a musical salute in his honor. Our congratulations to Bro. Franklin! View highlights from the awards banquet.

The Hawaiian Marianists turned out in force to honor Bro. Franklin. Shown are Bros. Tom Spring, Robert Maruyama, Frank Damm, Dennis Schmitz, Bernie Ploeger, Fr. Ken Templin, Bro. John Campbell, Bro. Franklin, Fr. Tim Eden, Bros. Jerry Bommer, Jim Dods and Bob Hoppe, Fr. Allen DeLong and Bro. José Degorio. Photos courtesy of Bro. José Degorio

MARIANIST ROAD WARRIORS

Former Aspirant Ken Barrett and Aspirant Brandon Alana, Fr. Tim Dwyer and Bro. Dennis Bautista took a road trip from San Antonio to Dayton for the vow ceremony on May 19. The group stopped by the Provincial office for "to-go" cups of coffee.

MORE PHOTOS FROM DAYTON VOW CEREMONY

STONEMILL-KIEFABER COMMUNITY BIDS FAREWELL TO BRO. DARWIN

LEFT: Bro. Darwin with one of his farewell gifts; RIGHT: The Stonemill-Kiefaber community, front, Bros. Ray Fitz, Darwin and Dan Klco; Frs. Paul Marshall and Bert Buby, Bros. Sean Downing, Charlie Wanda and Tom Pieper, Fr. Jerry Chinchar and Bro. Ed Brink. Photos courtesy of Bro. Dennis Bautista

On May 24, members of the Stonemill-Kiefaber community in Dayton celebrated a farewell dinner for Bro. Darwin Joseph, who is returning to the District of India. Bro. Darwin came to the U.S. in 2005 to study. In 2006, he received a master's degree in philosophy from St. Louis University. For the past year, Bro. Darwin has studied computer science and English at the University of Dayton. His future ministry will be at the Marianist scholasticate in Bangalore. Our prayers and best wishes to Bro. Darwin!

THE CLASSIFIEDS

ASSISTANT COORDINATOR, MARIANIST VOLUNTEER PROGRAM. The Marianist volunteer program is seeking a full-time coordinator to assist the program coordinator with recruitment, screening and orientation of new volunteers and support and development of current volunteers. Read more.   Dan Richter, MVP program coordinator

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE REPOSE OF THE SOUL OF . . .

Bro. Bob, early years

Bro. Bob, recent

Bro. Robert Hatesohl (Marycliff, Eureka, Mo.), 64, who died May 22, 2007. May he rest in peace. Bro. Bob served the Province as a business manager, accountant and bookkeeper in St. Louis and San Antonio. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated May 26 at Our Lady of the Pillar Church in St. Louis. Fr. Jim Fitz was the presider and homilist. Burial followed at Maryhurst cemetery on the campus of St. John Vianney High School. Read Bro. Bob's obituary.

Bro. James Roberts (Cupertino, Calif.), 75, who died May 10, 2007. May he rest in peace. Bro. Jim was a noted artist, who created the art program at Chaminade University of Honolulu and designed the university's landmark chapel, the Mystical Rose Oratory. Read Bro. Jim's obituary.

Bro. Achille Bertagnolli (Province of Italy), 84, who died June 4, 2007, in Rome. May he rest in peace. Read Bro. Achille’s memorial card. Bro. Achille's obituary will appear in the next issue of FamilyOnline.

Fr. Henri Coste (Province of France), 83, who died May 18, 2007, in Toulouse, France. May he rest in peace. Fr. Henri's obituary will appear in the next issue of FamilyOnline.

Bro. Fukuichi Matias Satowaki (Region of Japan), 105, who died May 28, 2007, in Tokyo, Japan. May he rest in peace. Bro. Fukuichi's obituary will appear in the next issue of FamilyOnline.

Please pray also for Fred Kauhane, Ross Maguire and Joseph Solma. Read more.

Editor's Note: Bro. Larry Corbin wishes to thank the Province for all the e-mails, cards and prayers for his sister, Mary Ann, on her death.

BLUEBONNETS, SOUTH TEXAS

Photo courtesy of Bro. Jim Wisecaver

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE HEALING OF . . .

Fr. Jim Bartlett (Fort Worth, Texas), who recently had a heart catherization.

Fr. Charles Bergedick (Washington Street, Dayton), who was admitted to Mercy Siena for observation and heart monitoring.

Fr. Donald Bracht (Mercy Siena, Dayton), who is under hospice care.

Fr. Paul Landolfi (Rockaway Park, N.Y.), who is undergoing cataract surgery.

Bro. Steve Grazulis (District of Eastern Africa), who is on home leave for treatment of a kidney stone.

Bro. Paul Merland (Cincinnati), who has moved to Mercy Siena to recover from cancer surgery.

Bro. Robert Resing (Maryland Avenue, St. Louis), who is undergoing cataract surgery on Friday.

Bro. William Schlosser (District of Eastern Africa), who is recovering from back surgery. Following his hospital stay, he will move to Mercy Siena for rehabilitation.

Bro. Bernard Stratman (Washington, D.C.), who is recovering from thyroid surgery.

Fr. Joseph Tarrillion (Chaminade Community House, San Antonio), who is living at the Marianist Residence while recovering from a spider bite.

Please pray also for Sean Glanvill, James Pojman, Michele Prendergast Ley, and Erna Wethington. Read more.

ASPELL STATUE INSTALLED AT GATE OF HEAVEN CEMETERY

	LEFT: Bro. Joe Aspell's latest work, a statue entitled "St. Joseph and the Boy Jesus," was installed May 19 as the centerpiece of the bishops' plot at the Gate of Heaven Cemetery in Cupertino, Calif; BELOW: View from the bishops' plot at Gate of Heaven Cemetery.The Marianists are buried down the slope of the hill from the bishops' plot.

INTERNATIONAL MEETING OF MLCs TO BE HELD IN KENYA

Tony Garascia, president of the the International Team of Marianist Lay Communities, announces that the 5th International Meeting of Marianist Lay Communities will be held Aug. 2 to Aug. 8, 2009, in Nairobi, Kenya. Lorna Mueni (Africa) will be coordinating the efforts.

VILLA ANGELA - ST. JOSEPH ANNOUNCES MUSP RECIPIENTS

Sr. Martha Mooney, program director, announces that six students from St. Joseph and St. Agatha-St. Aloysius elementary schools in Cleveland have been awarded Marianist Urban Students Program scholarships to attend Villa Angela-St. Joseph High School next year. The MUSP program identifies high-potential students in urban Marianist schools and offers support to help them succeed at Marianist high schools. Shannon Lively operates the MUSP program in Cincinnati. Congratulations to the students!

St. Joseph elementary school MUSP recipients

Darryl Jones

O'Shea Holt

Jessica Prewitt

St. Agatha-St. Aloysius elementary school MUSP recipients

Darryl Garner

Je'taime Dixon

Kawmae Sawyer

MARIANIST VOCATION RETREAT HELD AT NORTH CATHOLIC H.S.

Bro. Mike Sullivan (standing, far right) and Greg Evans, North Catholic campus minister, (standing, far left) with the retreatants

Ten North Catholic High School students participated in the fourth annual Marianist retreat held May 2 to May 3 at the school's retreat center. Activities included prayer, an introduction to the Marianists, an "Ask a Marianist" question writing session, social games, Eucharist and vocation stories. A special presentation was given by a 2002 North Catholic graduate who is discerning his call to religious life.

CELEBRATING IN TEXAS WITH BRO. PIERRE WEITKAMP

Bro. Pierre Weitkamp, second from left, celebrates the occasion of his 60th jubilee as a Marianist brother with Fr. Larry Doersching, Fr. Oscar Vasquez and Bro. Mike O'Grady. A Mass was held in Bro. Pierre's honor at Nolan Catholic High School on April 17.

WHO'S DOING WHAT. . .

Fr. John Thompson (Jackson Street, Hollywood, Fla.) was featured in an article about vocations in the April 27-May 3 issue of the Florida Catholic newspaper. The article was written by Nick Bryant, a sophomore at Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory, where Fr. John serves as president. Read the article. Fr. John with a Chaminade-Madonna student

Bro. Gary Morris (Pohaku Community, Honolulu) recently starred as Honore Lachaille in the Diamond Head Theatre's production of "Gigi." Bro. Gary is an associate professor in the Performing Arts Program at Chaminade University of Honolulu.   Bro. Gary (white beard) on the stage of "Gigi."

Bro. Ed Brink (Stonemill-Kiefaber Street, Dayton) was appointed May 22 as a trustee to the board of the University of Dayton. Bro. Ed is a UD graduate and has served as director of UD's Center for Catholic Education since 2005. He directs the center's Lalanne program, a unique program for education graduates. Bro. Ed replaces Fr. Joe Lackner, who is stepping down from the board. Bro. Ed will be installed as Province assistant for education at the Province Assembly later this month.

Congratulations to Bro. Brian Halderman (Marybrook, St. Louis), who participated in the commencement exercises May 18 at the George Warren Brown School of Social Work at Washington University in St. Louis. Bro. Brian is anticipating graduation in December 2007, upon completion of his practicum in Peru. Bro. Brian departs on Aug. 5 for Peru and will reside at the Marianist community in Callao. He will minister at the Instituto Chaminade Marianista and assist with institutional and program development, counseling and pastoral ministry.

Bro. Brian on graduation day in front of the campus poster he appears in

Bro. Mel Meyer (Curé of Ars, St. Louis) is presenting a show entitled "Sculptured Metal Bowls" at the Marianist Galleries in Kirkwood, Mo. The exhibit of bowls created for texture and design runs through June 23.

PEACE & JUSTICE UPDATE: Immigration Reform. The current proposal for comprehensive immigration reform, which has the support of all major faith groups including the Catholic bishops, is under serious attack. Find out the latest information and contact your representatives. Sharing Fund Supports Program for Medical Interpreters Bro. Bob Moriarty presents a Marianist Sharing Fund check to Elizabeth Rosa and Carol Burkhart-Lyons of the Naugatuck Valley Project in Connecticut. NVP ensures that medical interpreters are provided in hospital emergency rooms for non-English speaking patients. Contact Myles McCabe, Province director of peace & justice, mmccabe@sm-usa.org. 314.533.1207, x. 235

FAIR TRADE SALE HELD AT MARIANIST FAMILY RETREAT CENTER

On May 26, the Marianist Family Retreat Center in Cape May Point, N.J., in partnership with Catholic Relief Services, held its second annual Fair Trade Sale. The fair offered high quality items from low-income producers from around the globe through the "Work of Human Hands" project. Photo courtesy of Anthony Fucci

FROM THE SCHOOLS . . . CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY OF HONOLULU named Diane Peters-Nguyen vice-president for Institutional Advancement. Diane has 20 years of experience in management, communications and development. She will play a key role in university fundraising and community relations. Our prayers and best wishes to Diane! CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREPARATORY ST. LOUIS. Ray Harter, director of the Marianist Servant Leadership Program at Chaminade, and his wife Julie will be spending six weeks in Kenya this summer, volunteering at Our Lady of Nazareth Primary School. Ray also has completed a year-end report that shows Chaminade contributed almost 29,000 service hours with 180 volunteer agencies locally, nationally and internationally in 2006-2007. Read the report. SAINT LOUIS SCHOOL. Andrew Gines and Francis Choe, members of Saint Louis School's graduating class of 2007, received Marianist Centennial Awards for exemplifying Marianist values, academic achievement and community leadership. Of the 117 students graduating this year, 99 percent are going on to higher education. Andrew Gines Francis Choe

CSUMB NEWMAN CENTER CLUB RECOGNIZED

Bro. Dave Betz with students from the Newman Center Club at California State University Monterey Bay at the school's club recognition reception. Bro. Dave works closely with the CSUMB Newman Center. The Newman Center Club has sponsored several activities including bible studies, service projects and social events. Bro. Dave also is the secretary for the University of California Santa Cruz Interfaith Council, which sponsors an Ethics & Spirituality course on the UCSC campus.

MARIANIST LIFE - UPCOMING EVENTS FOR SUMMER 2007 Brian Reavey national coordinator for Marianist LIFE Marianist Young Adult Retreats - For high school graduates 18 to 22 years of age who are interested in a retreat experience. Retreats are being offered in Hawaii, California, Ohio and Texas in June and July. The registration deadline is June 8, 2007. Find out more. Marianist Family Gatherings - All Marianist religious and lay people are invited to attend three prayer services and social gatherings in July, including: Los Gatos, Calif. - Sat., July 7, Presentation Center at 6:45 p.m. Learn more. Dayton, Ohio - Sat., July 14, Bergamo Center at 7 p.m. Learn more. Ingram, Texas - Sat., July 28, TECABOCA at 6:30 p.m. Reconciliation Services during Summer Programs - Marianist LIFE invites all Marianist priests to assist with its Sacrament of Reconciliation & Prayer Service. See contact information below if you are interested. Scotts Valley, Calif. - Wed., July 11, Mission Springs Conference Center at 3:15 p.m., contact Toni Mesina Dayton, Ohio - Wed., July 18, Queen of Apostles Chapel at 7 p.m., contact José Matos Ingram, Texas - TECABOCA - more details to follow, contact Rudy Reyes Jr. Prayers for the Summer Programs - Please keep the summer LIFE programs in your prayers, especially the students, adult moderators, and coordinating teams and staff in preparation for these unforgettable "Living In Faith Experiences." For more information and program dates, please visit www.marianist.com/life.

EXPERIENCE WORLD YOUTH DAY 2008 IN SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA

Bro. Jack Ventura invites you to help create a Marianist presence at World Youth Day 2008 in Sydney, Australia, July 15 to July 21, 2008. The Marianist Office of Religious Life is coordinating two tours, one leaving from Los Angeles and another leaving from Honolulu, and offers special invitations to campus ministries, LIFE programs, high schools, parishes, retreat centers, and to those who are temporary professed. The Province is offering financial assistance. For more information, read Bro. Jack's letter and visit the Marianist World Youth Day Web site for a brochure, trip itinerary, cost and financial aid and registration forms.

Bro. Jack at World Youth Day 2006 in Cologne, Germany

MEET NEPAL'S FIRST BISHOP

Fr. Varghese Manooparampil (left) and Bro. Birendra Kullu (right) with Bishop Anthony Sharma, SJ, the first bishop of Nepal, who was ordained on May 5. Also serving in Nepal is Bro. Victor Sahayaraj. Bro. Birendra reports that there are 6 million people in Nepal, but only 8,000 Christians. Photo courtesy of Bro. Birendra.

NEWSLETTER CENTRAL

CAPE MAY. Read the Special Event Edition of Beacon.com, the newsletter of the Marianist Family Retreat Center in Cape May Point, N.J. (link to newsletter sent via email)

CFL RETREAT CENTER. Read the May issue of CFL High Tidings, a newsletter from the Christian Family Living Retreat Center in N. Topsail, N.C.

MEXICO. Read the May 2007 issue of Marianistas México. This publication is in Spanish.

MLNNA E-NEWS. Read the May 2007 issue of the MLNNA E-news, the e-newsletter of the Marianist Lay Network of North America.

TECABOCA. Read the May newsletter from the TECABOCA retreat center in Ingram, Texas.       Denis Link, TECABOCA director

JUST ONE MORE...

Bro. Max Beyer in his "Maxmobile" on the way to his 70th jubilee celebration in Dayton. More on Bro. Max's jubilee celebration will appear in the next issue of FamilyOnline. Photo courtesy of Bro. Dariusz Purgal (Province of France)

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