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BROTHERS ATTEND WELLNESS WORKSHOP IN SAN ANTONIO

At the Oblate Renewal Center in San Antonio, front, Bro. Will Halloway, Dr. Richard Johnson (presenter), Bros. Joe Kamis, Les Kaehler and Victor Forlani; middle, Bros. Mike O'Grady and Roger Bau, Frs. Paul Landolfi and Steve Tutas, Bros. Mike Sullivan and Jeff Sullivan, Fr. Jerry Chinchar, Bro. Tom Jalbert, Fr. Kip Stander, Bros. Jim Burkholder, Dave Murphy, Fred Stovall, Brian Zampier, Jim Maus, Larry Corbin, Bob Metzger, Bill Farrell and Rich Thompson; on staircase from top, Frs. Tim Kenney and John Thompson, and Bros. Tom Payne, Bob Dzubinski and Jim Wisecaver. Not pictured, Fr. Bill Meyer and Bro. Tim Pieprzyca. Courtesy of Bro. Jim Wisecaver

Thirty Marianist brothers between the ages of 45 and 65 attended the "Remaining Well, Wise and Whole" workshop Feb. 13 to Feb. 15 at the Oblate Renewal Center in San Antonio. Richard P. Johnson, Ph.D., PCSG, nationally recognized for his pioneering work in maturing adult faith formation and spiritual gerontology, was the presenter. The workshop was designed to assist maturing adults in planning for and living a healthy life with greater confidence and personal growth. At the workshop, participants were given a personal wellness profile based on a questionnaire they filled out prior to the event. The brothers were assisted in interpreting the profile results and in creating an action plan for the future. The workshop was organized by the Province Aging with Grace Task Force, which was formed to address the concerns of aging brothers. Task force members are Bro. Bob Dzubinski, Fr. Tim Dwyer, Fr. Tom French, Bro. Les Kaehler (chair), Fr. Paul Landolfi, Bro. Joe Markel, Bro. Dave Murphy and Fr. Steve Tutas. "This pilot workshop was greatly appreciated," said Bro. Les Kaehler. "It allowed those of us on the task force to learn how we might improve the workshop, since we plan to offer it to Marianists who could not attend."

VOCATION TEAM HOSTS DISCERNMENT RETREAT IN OHIO

Sharing a meal in the Governor's Island dining area, Jim Fritchman, Bro. Bill Deanhofer, Sr. Laura Leming, Abbey Rymarczyk and Dave Weickert. Courtesy of Bro. Sean Downing

Members of the Province Vocation Team in Dayton hosted a discernment retreat Feb. 6 to Feb. 8 at Governor's Island in Huntsville, Ohio. The retreat, which focused on the religious vows of poverty, chastity, obedience and Marianist stability, began with dinner on Friday evening at the Kiefaber community in Dayton. Presenters were Sr. Laura Leming and Bros. Tom Pieper and Sean Downing.

At the retreat, Sr. Audrey Buttner and Dave Weickert

FROM THE GENERAL ADMINISTRATION "FORTY WITH THE LAST 40." The General Administration encourages all members of the Marianist Family to participate in its Lenten campaign "40 Days with the last 40." The purpose of the campaign is to dedicate each day of Lent to one of the 40 least developed countries in the world. Campaign materials, which include information about each country and letters from inhabitants of those countries, are available online. Read more about the campaign. S.M. 3 OFFICES. Bro. Ed Violett, assistant general for temporalities, has authored an important "Three Offices" document entitled Global Financial Crisis. Read S.M. 3 Offices.

SCENES FROM THE FOUNDATION IN THE PHILIPPINES

Members of the novitiate community in the Foundation of the Philippines, Novice Jojo, Bro. Raimond Toppo (assistant novice director), Fr. Pablo Rambaud (novice director), Bro. Hugh Bihl and Novice Archie. Photos courtesy of Bro. Roberto Rivera

LEFT: Archie and Bro. Roberto Rivera; RIGHT: The novitiate building

PROVINCIAL CHAPTER DOCUMENTS AVAILABLE ON PORTAL

The 15th Session of the Provincial Chapter of the Province of the United States will be held from March 5 to March 9 at the Marianist Retreat and Conference Center in Eureka, Mo. Documents for the Chapter are on the PORTAL for review by Province members. Please feel free to send any comments to Chapter members concerning this material. The majority of time at the Chapter will be spent on the Strategic Planning process. The Chapter also will receive the reports of the Provincial Council and review the proposed process, timeline and structure for the future of the Provincial Council.

ADULT EDUCATION CENTRE COMPLETED IN NAIROBI

LEFT: Fr. Martin Solma with Ujamaa Family Centre workers Paschalia Mbutu, director, and Hellen Nyantika, field worker; RIGHT: The Ujamaa Family Centre. Courtesy of Fr. Martin

With a grant from the Rotary Club of Stockholm, Sweden, the District of Eastern Africa has constructed the Ujamaa Family Centre, adjacent to Our Lady of Nazareth Primary School and the Chaminade Training Centre in the Mukuru kwa Njenga slum area of Nairobi.  "Ujamaa" is a kiswahili word for "cooperation." The facility will serve as an education center for the parents of OLN students and, eventually, for other adults in Mukuru. Adults will learn about computers as well as literacy, hygiene and nutrition. They also will have access to self-help groups.

MARIANISTS GATHER AT MOTHER SETON FOR PRAYER

In January, sixth grade students at Mother Seton Academy in Baltimore hosted a prayer service celebrating the Marianist presence at Mother Seton. Puppets of the Marianist founders were used as part of the students'presentation. Shown with the students are Bro. Jesse O'Neill, Mother Seton teacher (far back), Fr. Richard Kuhn, Bro. Jerry Sullivan, Fr. Rich Villa, Fr. George Onida and Bro. Frank O'Donnell (Mother Seton board chair).

The prayer service was a thank you from the students for the Marianists'commitment to Mother Seton. Courtesy of Bro. Jesse O'Neill and Jon Luca

PROVINCE RETREAT DEADLINE IS MARCH 15

The deadline for brothers to register for Province-sponsored retreats in 2009 is March 15. Brothers are strongly encouraged to register ONLINE. By doing so, you help the Province reduce the administrative time needed to process the registrations. Visit the PORTAL to review the retreat booklet and to register.

INDIAN BROTHERS CELEBRATE "REPUBLIC DAY"

On Jan. 26, the Deepahalli community in India celebrated Republic Day with a flag ceremony and Eucharist. Republic Day marks the day in 1950 when India's constitution was enacted and India became a truly sovereign state. LEFT: Fr. D'Cruz Nicholas hoists the Indian flag; RIGHT: Decorations in the Deepahalli chapel. Courtesy of Bro. Renny Markose

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

Sr. Christine Marie Stevens, FMI (Dayton), 74, who died Feb. 13, 2009, in Dayton. May she rest in peace. Sr. Christine taught in Catholic schools in San Antonio and Dayton for 26 years. She also assisted with programs for inner-city youth and served in several pastoral ministries, including as a campus minister at the University of Dayton. For nine years she was a parish minister at Guardian Angels Parish in Cincinnati. A Mass of Christian Burial was celebrated on Feb. 21 at Queen of Apostles Chapel at Mount St. John in Dayton. Fr. Bert Buby was the presider and gave the homily. Fr. Chris Wittmann served as master of ceremonies. Interment of remains will take place at a later date at Queen of Heaven cemetery at Mount St. John. Read the welcome message/eulogy given by Sr. Leanne Jablonski and Sr. Christine's obituary.

Please pray also for Peter A., Rose Marie Burnog, John Jablonski, Nita Lisbeth, Joseph Toledo and Ron Trick. Read more.

DAVAO CITY GULF, PHILIPPINES

Photo courtesy of Bro. Roberto Rivera

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE HEALING OF . . .

Bro. Earl Leistikow (Woodlawn, San Antonio)

Please pray also for Dick Flack and Thomas McCormick. Read more.

FR. CHRIS HONORED AT C-M ANNUAL FOUNDERS' GALA

Fr. Chris Conlon speaking at the Chaminade-Madonna Founders' Day event. Photos courtesy of Gina Varese

On Jan. 31, Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory in Hollywood, Fla., celebrated its 33rd Annual Founders' Gala Dinner Dance. The event recognizes individuals whose lives have demonstrated support of C-M's motto, "Toward a Better World." At the event, Fr. Chris Conlon, former C-M principal, was honored for his contributions to the school and received an award from Fr. Larry Doersching, C-M president. Members of the Marianist Family, faculty, staff, friends and family attended the event. Fr. Chris joined C-M as a faculty member in 1969. He served as principal from 1981 to 1986. In 1987, he returned to his alma mater, the University of Dayton, as a member of the campus ministry team and an adjunct professor for religious studies. Congratulations Fr. Chris!

LEFT: standing, Joe and Georgia Castillo, Fr. Chris, Steven Fritz; seated, Bro. Tom Oldenski, Patrick Ruhlman, Allison Ruhlman (Fr. Chris' niece) and Carolyn Fritz (Fr. Chris' sister); RIGHT: Fr. Larry Doersching presents the award to Fr. Chris.

FR. JIM RECEIVES HUMANITARIAN AWARD FROM CCP

At the CCP awards event, Fr. Jim Tobin with Stephen Schmitt '79. Schmitt received the "Alumnus of the Year" award.

Fr. Jim Tobin, pastor of Our Lady of the Pillar parish and a 1954 graduate of Chaminade College Preparatory in St. Louis, was awarded the CCP Alumni Humanitarian Award during the school's Blessed Chaminade liturgy in January. The award honors an alumnus who has given exceptional service to better his community and has made significant commitment to a charitable organization. Congratulations Fr. Jim! Read more about Fr. Jim.

SPOTLIGHT ON 2009 JUBILARIANS

BRO. DAVE CELEBRATES WITH CLEVELAND COMMUNITIES

The St. Al's and Marcella Road communities in Cleveland gathered Feb. 11 for prayer and dinner to celebrate Bro. Dave Murphy's anniversary of vows. Congratulations Bro. Dave! Around the table, Bro. Bob Dzubinski, Bro. David Conrad, Fr. Bill Behringer, Bros. Will Halloway, Dave Murphy, Jack Dempsey and George Kemmett, Fr. George Abmayr, and Bros. Paul Hoffman and Joe Scheible. Courtesy of Bro. Dave.

WHO'S DOING WHAT. . .

Bro. Giancarlo Bonutti (DeSales Crossings, Cincinnati) is featured in a story about his ministry at Mary Magdalen House in Cincinnati in the February 2009 issue of Streetvibes. Mary Magdalen House offers shower and laundry facilities and personal care items for area homeless. Read the story.

Fr. Ken Templin (Hale Malia, Honolulu) has announced his retirement from Chaminade University of Honolulu at the end of this semester. Fr. Ken has served for the last six years as director of campus ministries and as a pastoral minister at CUH. He is profiled in the Feb. 9 issue of Silversword, CUH's student publication. Read the article. Our best wishes to Fr. Ken!

Bro. Bob Politi (DeSales Crossings, Cincinnati) is celebrating his 45th year with the Purcell Marian family in Cincinnati. A story about Bro. Bob appears in the Purcell Marian Cavalier Newsline magazine. Read the story. Congratulations Bro. Bob!

Bro. Mike Murphy (Over-the-Rhine, Cincinnati) was interviewed about his work for the St. Francis Seraph Ministries in Cincinnati in the February 2009 issue of Streetvibes. Bro. Mike manages the Canticle Café, which serves breakfast and lunch items to the area poor. He also serves as an advocate for the rights of the homeless. Read the article.

Fr. John Leies (Marianist Residence, San Antonio) was invited to attend the 22nd Workshop for Bishops on Bioethics in Dallas Feb. 2 to Feb. 4. Organized by the National Catholic Bioethics Center, approximately 113 bishops from the U.S., Canada, and Mexico/Caribbean attended. The general topic was: "Christ or Caesar: When Compliance Violates Conscience."

In January, Fr. Bernie Lee (W. Ligustrum, San Antonio) attended the Seventh International Congress on Process, Religion and Society in Bangalore, India, and presented a paper on "Trinity and God's Providential Immanence in Human History." While at the Marianist scholasticate in Bangalore, he participated in a two-day seminar with presentations on "Theology and the Social Sciences," "Theology and Hermeneutics" and "Practical Theology in Base Communities."

Fr. Norb Burns (Sawmill, Dayton) spoke on the "Six Keys to a Healthy Marriage" at the 20th annual "Nice Day to Celebrate Marriage" evening Feb. 7 at St. Christopher Church in Vandalia, Ohio. Approximately 100 couples attended the event.

Bro. John Samaha (Cupertino, Calif.) has published an article on "Immaculate Mary & Bernadette Soubirous" in the Oct./Dec. 2008 issue of Vocations and Prayer. Read the article. In addition, he has published an article about Blessed Jacob Gapp, SM, in the Jan./Feb. 2009 issue of The Catholic Response. Read the article.

Fr. Joseph Mary Marshall (Casa San Juan, San Antonio) was featured in a Feb. 13 article in Today's Catholic about the rebirth of the Catholic pro-life movement in San Antonio. Fr. Joseph presided at a Mass for life Jan 24 at St. Mary Magdalen Church in San Antonio. Quotes from Fr. Joseph's homily appear in the story. Read the story.

Bro. Joe Kamis (DeSales Crossings, Cincinnati), superintendent of schools for the Archdiocese of Cincinnati, is quoted in a Jan. 11 story in the Cincinnati Enquirer about Catholic school enrollment and tuition. Read the article.

Bro. Kevin Whelan (Hollywood, Fla.) was featured in an article in The Florida Catholic about his 50th anniversary as a Marianist brother. "As I reflect back on these 50 years, I realize how blessed Marianist life has been and, truly, I am grateful," Bro. Kevin said. Read the story. Courtesy of Fr. Dan Doyle.

Archbishop Emeritus Raymond Roussin, SM, who recently retired from the Archdiocese of Vancouver, is featured in an article about his work for social justice in the Jan. 12 issue of The B.C. Catholic. Read the article.

Congratulations and best wishes to Ruth and Michael Pera, proud parents of Abigail Maria Pera, who was born Feb. 18, 2009. Abigail Maria was 7 lbs., 3 oz. and 20 inches long. Ruth is assistant coordinator for the Marianist Volunteer Program and Michael is a member of the Marianist Young Adult Committee.

PEACE & JUSTICE UPDATE: ICCR. Bro. Steve O'Neil and Myles McCabe, director of peace & justice, represented the Province at the winter meeting of the Interfaith Center for Corporate Responsibility in New York. ICCR is a group of religious orders in the U.S. striving to use investments to effect changes in the economic, environmental and human rights of corporations in which they invest. Find out more about ICCR  or contact Myles McCabe to join other Province members who are involved in this effort. MEEC. On Jan. 31, members of the Marianist Family joined participants from more than 21 southwest Ohio churches in a workshop titled "Energy Stewardship: from Pew to Plant," hosted by the Marianist Environmental Education Center and co-sponsored by Ohio Interfaith Power and Light. The workshop covered energy ethics, the current energy crisis, recent scientific findings on climate change and environmental justice. At the workshop, back, Laura Libertore, Patti Gehred, Tom McCrate, Bros. Don Geiger and Jack Somerville, Jeff Bohrer, Bro. Jeff Sullivan and Gene Ketter; front, Kevin Hallinan (UD School of Engineering - workshop presenter), Sr. Leanne Jablonski (MEEC director), Tara Poling (MEEC program coordinator) and Jaynellen Dobberstein. Not shown: Michele Banker (MEEC land resource coordinator), Novice Ray Dominguez, George and Margy Lisjak and Marilyn Nagle. Courtesy of Sr. Leanne  AFJN.  Myles McCabe represented the Province as a member of the board of the Africa Faith and Justice Network in Washington. Most religious communities that have a presence  in Africa are represented in the network, which works to influence U.S. policies affecting Africa and to educate Americans on the issues. Find out more about AFJN.   Peace in Palestine and Israel. Dr. Larry Hufford, professor of international relations and political science at St. Mary's University and a member of an initiative trying to foster relationships between U.S. and Palestinian universities, has published an assessment of the political realities between the Israelis and Palestinians. Read the assessment. The initiative came out of the Province immersion trip to the West Bank and Gaza this past summer. Both St. Mary's University and the University of Dayton are involved in this effort.

MORE ABOUT THE BROTHERS OF ARCHBISHOP RIORDAN

On, Jan. 23, 2009, Archbishop Riordan High School celebrated its rich Marianist tradition on Chaminade Day honoring Marianist Founder Blessed William Joseph Chaminade. Along with this celebration, Bishop William Justice dedicated Archbishop Riordan's new facilities. This marked the 60th year the Marianists have been entrusted with running Archbishop Riordan High School. Shown are the Marianists who attended the festivities, including, seated, Bros. Tom Jalbert (librarian) Jim Leahy (former physics instructor), Paul Fennelly (former registrar), and Patrick McMahon (former mathematics instructor), Frs. William O'Connell (former principal), John McEnhill (former principal) and Bob Hertweck; standing, Frs. Pat McDaid (chaplain), Tom French (president) and John Thompson (community director), Bros. Frank Spaeth (former science instructor), John Schlund, John Samaha (former English instructor), Tom Deasy (former staff member), John Haster (former principal) and Fr. Ray Malley (former religious instructor). Courtesy of Fr. Tom French

A view of the exterior of Archbishop Riordan High School's new Carl Gellert and Celia Berta Gellert Ministry and Technology Center, which was dedicated as part of the school’s Chaminade Day celebration.

MARIANIST ASPIRANT ASSISTS WITH CSJ RETREAT

Aspirant José Julián Matos works with students during the retreat. Courtesy of Marilú Vicens

The Class of 2010 of Colegio San José in Puerto Rico had its yearly retreat Feb. 6 to Feb. 8 at El Buen Pastor Retreat House. Thirty-five students participated. They were accompanied by CSJ teachers José Balseiro, Fernando Figueroa and Cynthia Morales and Aspirant José Julián Matos, who worked with the juniors during one of the sessions. Alumni, teachers and a members of the senior Marianist group shared their time to help prepare the students for Lent and their senior year.

FROM THE SCHOOLS . . . CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL in San Antonio has named Edward Ybarra Jr. as Central Catholic’s 35th principal, succeeding Deacon Pat Cunningham, who is retiring June 30, 2009. Ed is currently assistant principal for student development at the school. A 1983 graduate of Central Catholic, Ed began his career at Central Catholic in 1987 as a coach and teacher. Congratulations Ed! Read more. CENTRAL CATHOLIC STUDENTS ATTEND MARCH IN D.C. Four seniors attended the 36th annual “March for Life” on Jan. 22 in Washington, D.C. The rally marks the anniversary of the U.S. Supreme Court's landmark 1973 ruling that led to the legalization of abortion. “The Marianist education mission calls us to educate for service, justice and peace,” said Jose Gonzalez, faculty chaperone. “So it was great to see the students applying those lessons in real life.” Students John Flores, David Brinkman, Daniel Vasquez and Josh Soucie display their pro-life messages. Courtesy of Julie Bernhard PURCELL MARIAN HIGH SCHOOL. Congratulations to Al Early, PM principal, who has been unanimously approved by the school’s board of trustees and appointed by Archbishop Pilarczyk as the first president of Purcell Marian High School in Cincinnati. The Province thanks Al for taking on this new responsibility. CHAMINADE COLLEGE PREPARATORY, CALIFORNIA. The CCP board has been awarded one of nine “Outstanding Board Awards” by the Department of Boards and Councils of the National Catholic Educational Association. In addition, CCP has been selected as one of 20 model schools for 2009 by the International Center for Leadership in Education. CCP is the first Catholic school selected in the 17-year history of the conference. Read more. ST. LAURENCE COLLEGE, DUBLIN. In January, Bro. Stan Zubek, who is on sabbatical from the District of Eastern Africa, spoke to students at St. Laurence about the Marianist ministries in Africa. After hearing Bro. Stan's talk, the school's LIFE group initiated a "non-uniform" day at school with proceeds benefiting Our Lady of Nazareth school in Nairobi. LEFT: Bro. Stan Zubek; RIGHT: Student council members present Bros. Gerry Mc Auley and Fred Rech with a check for €731.77, the proceeds raised from the non-uniform day for OLN. Courtesy of Bro. Jim Contadino UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON. A new online program will help train lay Catholic leaders in dioceses worldwide to take on greater roles in church ministry. Those leaders can earn certificates from the University of Dayton's Institute for Pastoral Initiatives. "A number of dioceses, particularly from rural areas, had requested we develop a program for an online certificate in catechesis (faith formation)," said Sr. Angela Ann Zukowski, MHSH, institute director. "They see a need for more advanced training for lay people who will be leading diocese or parish programs for faith formation and religious education." Read more. Sr. Angela Ann Zukowski, MHSH ST. MARY’S UNIVERSITY. This month three Marianists were elected to the Marianist Trust Board of St. Mary’s University: Bro. Mike Sullivan, Bro. Fred Halwe and Bro. Charles Cummiskey. The board consists of these three members, plus Bros. Joe Markel and Terry O’Connor and Frs. Richard Wosman and John Leies. The Trust Board allocates funds for St. Mary’s University from the trust which was established from salaries of Marianists working at St. Mary’s University. CHAMINADE JULIENNE HIGH SCHOOL graduate Mike Foley, a member of the Ohio House of Representatives, is profiled in a Feb. 15 article in the Dayton Daily News. Foley is pushing legislation protecting homeowners and renters from foreclosures and ripoffs. Foley, 45, also is a graduate of the University of Dayton. Read the article.

BROTHERS IN INDIA TAKE UD ONLINE COURSES

Brothers at the scholasticate at Deepahalli in Bangalore, India, experience their first online course. They are taking a course on "Marianist Prayer," which is part of the University of Dayton program. Fr. Dave Fleming initiated the program at the scholasticate. Courtesy of Bro. Renny Markose

SUMMER SCHOOL DIRECTOR. Chaminade College Preparatory in the San Fernando Valley (suburb of Los Angeles) is looking for a summer school director who will work with school administrators on both the middle school and high school campuses to create curriculum for the summer school sessions as well as manage the summer programs (supervise the staff and oversee student enrollment). Read the complete job description. Please e-mail your résumé to Anne Kulinski.

MEET ME AT SAINT LOUIS 

Bro. Bob Resing, Fr. Antonio Gascón, postulator general for the GA, and Bro. Mike McAward, secretary general for the GA, at the statue of Saint Louis in Forest Park in St. Louis. Fr. Antonio and Bro. Mike visited St. Louis in January. Courtesy of Bro. Bob

NEWSLETTER CENTRAL

DISTRICT OF INDIA. Read the February 2009 issue of the newsletter of the District of India.

MLNNA. Read the February 2009 issue of MLNNA E-News, the newsletter of the Marianist Lay Network of North America. Also, read a reflection from MLNNA President A. J. Wagner on "Authentic Happiness."

RETREAT HOUSE NEWS

TECABOCA

The Texas Catholic Boys Camp (TECABOCA), a Marianist summer camp for young men ages 7 to 15 in Mountain Home, Texas, announces its summer schedule. Sessions are available Sunday, June 21 to Saturday, July 4 and Sunday, July 5 to Saturday, July 18. Activities include woodcraft, archery, horseback riding, swimming, fishing, riflery, canoeing, crafts, hiking, campfires and more. For more information visit the TECABOCA Web site, e-mail or call 830.866.3425.

GOVERNOR'S ISLAND

The Family Vacation Retreat steering committee for Governor's Island met last month at Bergamo Center at Mount St. John. The committee reorganized several aspects of the family vacation retreats to be held at Governor's Island this summer (see article below). Committee members include, seated, Bro. Dan Klco, Anne Petratis, Karen Brossart and Patrick and Cindy Delaney; and standing, Bros. Paul Bredestege and Don Smith and John Brossart.

Governor's Island in Huntsville, Ohio, is pleased to announce a series of family retreat opportunities in June and July 2009. The retreat theme is "Discover the Way."  Retreat dates are: June 23-27; July 7-11; and July 14-18. To volunteer or to register to attend a family retreat, e-mail Anne Petratis or call 937.395.8640.

CAPE MAY

On the boardwalk in Wildwood, N.J., retreat attendees with Anthony Fucci, retreat house director, (center), Bro. Jesse O'Neill (back row, tan jacket) and Fr. Ted Cassidy (far right). Courtesy of Anthony Fucci

The Marianist Family Retreat Center in Cape May Point, N.J., recently held its annual "Heart of Winter Retreat," where youths who have attended retreats at Cape May are invited back and encouraged to become active in the Marianist Family. The retreat theme was "Living the Beatitudes" and focused on service and service opportunities in the Marianist Family. Seventeen young people attended. A highlight of the weekend was a service project with inner-city youth in Wildwood, N.J.

FRIENDS SHOWER BIRTHDAY WISHES ON FR. JIM

Members of the Korean community of Queen of Apostles Church visited Fr. Jim Mifsud (seated, back, fifth from right) at the Marianist Center in Cupertino to celebrate his birthday. The guests wore traditional colorful clothing and brought many delicious Korean dishes and a birthday cake.

Fr. Jim (center) continued the celebration at the Marianist Center with a visit on Feb. 6 (his birthday) from several of his students and their spouses from the class of 1961 of Saint Louis School in Honolulu. Courtesy of Nancy Romano and Mary Trumbul

OOPS...

In the Feb. 11 issue of FamilyOnline we incorrectly identified the location of the Pohaku community as being on Maui. The community is on O'ahu. Our apologies for the error!

JUST ONE MORE...

Experiencing that special brand of Marianist hospitality. During the cold winter months, Bro. Fred Rech (for many, many years) has been inviting his first year religion class students from St. Laurence College in Dublin to the community house for hot chocolate with marshmallows. Courtesy of Bro. Jim Contadino

PROVINCE BIRTHDAYS

FEBRUARY

MARCH

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