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Volume 9, Number 8
Wednesday, April 21, 2010
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FR. JIM FITZ NAMED RECTOR OF THE UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON

Fr. Jim Fitz

Fr. Jim Fitz, assistant provincial, has been named rector at the University of Dayton. In his new role, the University of Dayton alumnus will focus his efforts on sustaining and strengthening the University's strong Catholic and Marianist character. The rector's position is a joint appointment between the president and the provincial. Fr. Joe Kozar, associate professor of religious studies at UD, has been named assistant rector, a new position. Fr. Joe, a faculty member for 25 years, will serve as a liaison between the offices of the rector and provost, focusing on faculty initiatives.

Fr. Joe Kozar

Fr. Jim, 63, will succeed Fr. Paul Marshall, who has been named assistant for temporalities for the U.S. Province. “The University of Dayton's identity as a Catholic, Marianist university is a gift to the Church and to the world," said Fr. Jim, who serves on the executive committee of the university's board of trustees. "Fr. Joe and I will work to find creative ways to strengthen the Marianist religious faculty and staff while developing even greater lay leadership to advance the Marianist tradition of education."

Provincial Stephen Glodek and Daniel J. Curran, UD president, say Fitz is an excellent fit for the rector's position. "I am sure that Fr. Jim will bring to his new ministry at the University of Dayton the same deep faith, hard work, dedication and deep love of the Marianist mission to educate young people that was evidenced in his excellent work as assistant provincial of the Province of the United States," Glodek said. Curran praised Fitz for his strong administrative skills and devotion to the university's mission.

"He believes passionately in the Marianist mission of educating students to make a real difference in their communities, their professions — and the world," Curran said. "I look forward to working with Fr. Jim, Fr. Joe and the campus community in strengthening our shared commitment to the university's religious heritage." Our best wishes to Fr. Jim and Fr. Joe in their new positions. Read more about Fr. Jim.

FIVE MEN APPROVED FOR MARIANIST NOVITIATE PROGRAM

*Hugo Bastida*	*Norman Capinpin*	*Andrew Caruso*
*Nhan Nguyen*	*Brandon Paluch*

The Provincial Council recently approved Aspirants Hugo Bastida, Norman Capinpin, Andrew Caruso, Nhan Nguyen and Brandon Paluch for entrance into the Marianist novitiate in early August in Dayton. Congratulations to all! Aspirant Michael Chiuri’s request for the novitiate is pending while he applies for a visa. Read more about the future novices.

MARIANIST LAY FORMATION INITIATIVE BEGINS NEW SESSION

At Bergamo Center, front, Pam Morelli, St. Louis, Marcela Yerena, Winnetka, Calif., P.T. Welsh, San Antonio, Toni Mesina, Arlington, Texas, and Brian Baker, Pittsburgh; back, Joe Melendrez, West Hills, Calif., Uheina Tuihalafatai, Waialua, Hawai’i, Hank Martin, Coppell, Texas, Dan Breetz, Villa Hills, Ky., Don McNally, Kalamazoo, Mich., and Cynthia Fraga-Canadas, Emmettsburg, Md.; not pictured: Johneleen Lardera, Davao City, Philippines. Courtesy of Pati Krasensky

Twelve participants from eight states and the Philippines (via Skype) gathered at Bergamo Center in Dayton April 9 - 11 to begin a year of formation and community building with the Marianist Lay Formation Initiative. Each participant is either a member of a Marianist Lay Community or desires to form one. Assisting MLFI program director Pati Krasensky with the retreat were Bro. Tom Giardino, who spoke on the Marianist charism and leadership style, and A.J. Wagner, president of the Marianist Lay Network of North America, who discussed MLNNA’s direction. Lay Marianist Jessica González spoke about her experiences of community building. The group visited with the brothers at Stonemill-Kiefaber and the Marianist Sisters at Sawmill.

MLFI group with the Marianist Sisters, front, Leanne Jablonski (striped jacket) and Marie Abmayr (far right); second row, Laura Leming (far left) and Mary Louise Foley (far right); third row, Nicole Trahan (navy shirt); fourth row, Audrey Buttner (center, striped shirt)

FOURTEEN ATTEND VOCATION CAMP IN BANGALORE, INDIA

Bro. M. Arul Raj (vocation director for Tamil Nadu, front, far left) with men who participated in “The Marianist Vocation Camp/Come and See Program” April 7- 11 at the St. Joseph community in Deepahalli, Bangalore. Photo courtesy of Bro. L. Peter Paul

MARIANIST MISSION HOSTS MASS OF APPRECIATION

LEFT: Fr. Pat Tonry celebrating the Mass; RIGHT: Sign for the Mass on the grounds of Mount Saint John. Photos courtesy of Dohn Roush

The Marianist Mission’s “Mass of Appreciation” for Dayton area patrons and the Marianist Family was celebrated April 11 at Queen of Apostles Church at Mount Saint John. The annual Mass is held in appreciation of Mission donors and the living and deceased members of their families. A reception followed at Bergamo Center.

More than 240 patrons attended the Mass of Appreciation.

MUSP STUDENTS VISIT UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON CAMPUS

MUSP students stop for a photo while touring the UD campus. Courtesy of Shannon Lively, MUSP director

The sophomore and junior Marianist Urban Students Program (MUSP) students from Purcell Marian High School in Cincinnati visited the University of Dayton campus on April 13. The students participated in an admissions session and a campus tour. The university also arranged a visit to the Office of Multicultural Affairs and a session to learn about the Marianist Leadership Scholars program.

CELEBRATING EASTER IN EASTERN AFRICA

In Lusaka, Zambia

Marianist communities in Lusaka gathered to celebrate Easter with a meal cooked by Fr. Mike Nartker and the aspirants. Shown with the aspirants are, seated, Bro. Carmine Annunziata, Bro. Daniel Wang’ombe, Bro. Godfrey Ssenyomo, Fr. Mike Nartker and Fr. Tony Jansen; standing, Novice David Kangwa (second from left), Bro. Patrick Kagai (third from left), Bro. Daniel Odero (middle), Bro. Dingiswayo Soko (third from right) and Novice Cyprian Maingi (far right). Photo courtesy of volunteer Thomas Simpson

Holy Saturday celebration at St. Joseph’s Chapel on the campus of Matero Boys Secondary School in Lusaka. Frs. Tony Jansen (center) and Mike Nartker (second from right) were concelebrants. During the celebration, eight people were baptized and four received First Holy Communion. Courtesy of Thomas Simpson

In Mombasa, Kenya

LEFT: A scene from the Passion Play given by the youth from St. Martin de Porres Church on Good Friday; RIGHT: Members of the of Missionary Children who were received into the organization on Easter Monday. Fr. Michael Jun Otieno is pastor and Bro. Stephen Wanyoike is a deacon at St. Martin. Courtesy of Bro. Bill Schlosser

BECOME A FAN OF THE MARIANIST FAMILY ON FACEBOOK

The Province Office of Communications in St. Louis has developed a Marianist Family “fan page” on Facebook, which was created from the Chaminade Facebook page. We will be populating the fan page with stories from FamilyOnline, ALIVE, ALIVEOnline, Marianist blogs and our Web site. Become a fan today. Click on the “Like” button at the top of the page to become a fan.

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

Fr. Thomas, early years

Fr. Thomas, recent

Fr. Thomas Schoen (Mercy Siena, Dayton), 77, who died April 14, 2010. May he rest in peace. Fr. Thomas served for nearly 50 years at the University of Dayton, where he was known as “Mr. IT.” Fr. Thomas is credited with helping pioneer the Computer Science Department at UD, which he chaired for 17 years. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 7 p.m. on April 27 at Queen of Apostles Chapel at Mount Saint John in Dayton. Bro. Joe Kamis will represent the Provincial Council. Fr. Terrance Schneider, pastor of St. Luke’s Parish where Fr. Thomas served for many years, will be the presider. Fr. Bert Buby will be the homilist. Burial is at 9 a.m. on April 28 at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Dayton. Read Fr. Thomas’ obituary.

Read reflections from the Cupertino, Calif., community on Fr. Thomas Hogan, who died on March 28, 2010.

Read about the April 7 Memorial Mass for Fr. Eldon Reichert held at St. Aloysius Parish in Cleveland.

Please pray also for Siri Brahman Brody, Jerry Emerson, Joseph Paul Garro, John McGillick, Joseph Schmitz, Moises Valle and Stephen Zamierowski. Read more.

ST. JOHN LATERAN CLOISTER, ROME

Photo courtesy of Bro. Bob Resing, S.M. Bro. Bob's images are available for sale as note cards or prints. To order, visit www.resingart.com

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE HEALING OF . . .

Fr. Jim Mifsud (Cupertino, Calif.)

Bro. Louis Pinckert (Marianist Residence, San Antonio)

Fr. Lee Sciarrotta (Washington/Franklin Street, Dayton)

Please pray also for Michael King, Daniel Paluch, Sr. Maria Cordis Schmitt, SSND and Peggy Zabala. Read more.

SPOTLIGHT ON 2010 JUBILARIANS

FamilyOnline honors Marianists celebrating a milestone anniversary this year. Each issue will profile jubilarians and pay tribute to their dedication to the Marianist mission.

Fr. Cris Janson, 50 years professed

“At heart I am a teacher. As pastor, I fulfill that passion especially in writing a weekly bulletin message. Marianist educators also are ordained. I accepted the invitation in the novitiate to consider ordination. I never lost the desire to learn, and at present I am in a program for spiritual direction certification. Community life has and continues to call forth from me unknown gifts.”

Fr. Francis Kenney, 70 years professed

“In the novitiate, I was the bell ringer and had a special job of gathering every day the accounts of all the novices’ daily meditations. My first teaching assignment was at Most Holy Trinity High School in Brooklyn, where I was told by one Brooklyn-accented person that I talked funny. I always liked sports. I was the athletic director at Most Holy Trinity.” Read more from Fr. Francis.

WHO'S DOING WHAT. . .

Bro. Joe Scheible (Marcella Road, Cleveland) received the Boy Scout Silver Beaver Award for distinguished service to youth at an awards dinner April 11. In introducing Bro. Joe, the master of ceremonies pointed out that the Boy Scouts have been in existence for 100 years, and Bro. Joe has been serving the organization for 50 years, or half the time they’ve existed. Bro. Joe served as a scouting leader in Japan and in the U.S. Way to go Bro. Joe!

Bro. Joe (right) and his nephew Bill Scheible at the awards dinner. Courtesy of Bro. Dave Murphy

Bro. Mel Meyer (Curé of Ars, St. Louis) was inducted into the St. John Vianney High School Hall of Fame in a special ceremony April 11. Bro. Mel is a nationally recognized artist. His art gallery is on the Vianney campus. “We have a genius in our midst,” said longtime Vianney art teacher Colleen Judge as she introduced Bro. Mel to the crowd of 200 who attended the ceremony. Congratulations Bro. Mel!

Bro. Charlie Wanda (Stonemill-Kiefaber, Dayton) taught a two-hour workshop on “Drawing for Beginners” April 7 at the University of Dayton. Bro. Tom Farnsworth was one of the attendees.

Bro. Charlie (black shirt) gives Bro. Tom Farnsworth some pointers on drawing. Courtesy of Bro. Charlie

Bro. Erik’s news clip from the Chatterbox section of the Dayton Daily News. Courtesy of Bro. Jack Somerville

Bro. Erik Otiende (District of Eastern Africa, living at Stonemill-Kiefaber, Dayton) recently appeared in the “Chatterbox” section of the Dayton Daily News. Bro. Erik responded to the question “Do you sing along with the national anthem at sporting events or other occasions where it’s performed?”

Bro. Mike O’Grady (novitiate, Dayton) was one of the speakers at the “Positive Life Seminar” on March 25 at North Catholic High School in Pittsburgh. The event raised $22,000 for the school’s financial aid program.

Bro. Tom Redmond (Cape May, N.J.) and Pati Krasensky (director of the Marianist Lay Formation Initiative) recently presented a three-night parish mission on “Living the Paschal Mystery” at Holy Name of Jesus Church in Philadelphia.

Bro. Mike Sullivan (Casa Maria, San Antonio) is collaborating with St. Mary’s University students on his second opera, set to premiere in November. Bro. Mike will be composing the music with the students writing lyrics based on a manuscript written by Diane Gonzales Bertrand, writer-in-residence for the university’s English and communication studies department. Bro. Mike’s first opera, “Caldo, Caldo, Caldo,” also based on a publication by Bertrand, premiered in April 2009.

Bro. Mike works with St. Mary’s students at the Casa Maria community. Courtesy of the Casa Maria blog

At the blessing ceremony, Bro. Ed Loch, Bishop Oscar Cantu and Fr. Paul Grala. Courtesy of Bro. Ed

Bro. Ed Loch (Central Catholic, San Antonio), archivist for the San Antonio Archdiocese, attended the April 12 ceremony to bless the new archdiocesan secure facility for archives in San Antonio. The building was dedicated to the memory of Bro. Frank Lange, SM, who served for many years as a librarian.

A group of Marianist aspirants have been reading the book “The Naked Now: Learning to See as the Mystics See” by Richard Rohr. They invite the brothers to discuss this book, which explores the contemplative and mystical tradition of Christianity in general and Roman Catholicism in particular, on the SM PORTAL (click on Blogs) or under “Discussions” on the new Marianist Family Facebook Fan page.

GRADUATION DAY IN BANGALORE, INDIA

Some of the 75 trainees who received certificates in skills such as carpentry, fabrication, tailoring, electrical and plumbing in a graduation ceremony March 31 at the Ragpickers Education and Development Scheme – Skill Training Centre in Deepahalli, Bangalore, India. Bro. M. Arul Raj is the program director. Photo courtesy of Bro. Jinu

On April 8, the REDS program in Hosur held a graduation ceremony for girls receiving certificates in tailoring. Shown handing out the certificates to the girls are Jeya Prakash (far left), a local councilor, and District Superior Fr. Pragasam Thathappa, who serves as REDS executive director. Courtesy of Bro. Antony Nesam

FROM THE SCHOOLS . . .

ARCHBISHOP RIORDAN HIGH SCHOOL. Patrick Daly has been named president of Archbishop Riordan High School in San Francisco. Mr. Daly has served as president of St. Bernard’s Catholic School in Eureka, Calif., for the past 10 years. He is a native of San Francisco and graduated from Sacred Heart High School in 1983. “I’m excited about carrying on the mission of the Marianists at Archbishop Riordan High School,” said Daly. Thank you to Bro. Bill Bolts and Fr. John Thompson for serving on the search committee, which was coordinated by the Archdiocese of San Francisco. We send our prayers and best wishes to Mr. Daly and also to Fr. Tom French, who has served Archbishop Riordan so ably for 12 years.

ST. JOHN VIANNEY HIGH SCHOOL. Two students and a parent received the sacraments of Baptism, Eucharist and Confirmation at the Easter Vigil Mass at Vianney following preparation through the school’s campus ministry department. Senior Carl Gottlieb, junior José Benitez and parent Mark Smith Jr. chose to pursue instruction through Fr. Tim Kenney (school chaplain), Fr. Don Cahill and Mary Kay Fitzpatrick, director of campus ministry. “All three candidates worked with us throughout the season of Lent to prepare to receive the sacraments,” said Fr. Tim. “It was truly an awesome event that made Easter extra special at Vianney.”

Eugenio Colón, Rafael González and Josué Layuno

COLEGIO SAN JOSÉ students Eugenio Colón, Josué Layuno and Rafael González used their twelfth birthday party as an opportunity to give rather than receive. The trio requested guests to make a donation to the Marianists in Haiti instead of buying gifts. They raised $700. The boys said the experience made them grateful for all they have and can share and also taught them how to be true Marianists because they acted on what they were taught at CSJ.

SAINT LOUIS SCHOOL, HONOLULU.
Six juniors gave up their spring break to participate in a service-learning trip to New York City. The service activities included serving meals and tutoring immigrant children in Harlem, serving breakfast at the Catholic Worker House, and working at Sure We Can, a can redemption center that services the inner-city poor. The social justice activities included attending briefings at the UN and participating in an international video conference on the rebuilding of Haiti. “This was the best experience of my life,” remarked junior Kala McShane.

SLS students at one of the sites they served in New York City. Courtesy of Rick Collins, Marianist Contact and SLS counselor

NOLAN CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL. More than 70 ceramic bowls handcrafted by Nolan Catholic art students were on display at “An Artful Luncheon to End Hunger,” Tarrant Area Food Bank’s Empty Bowls event. For the price of admission, participants at the event selected a hand-crafted bowl from among 2,000 created or painted by professional, recreational and student artisans. Nolan Catholic art students have been donating bowls to the event for the last four years.

Nolan Catholic art teacher Holly Mack with her donated bowl which was the top seller at $450.

NOLAN CATHOLIC FOOTBALL TEAM HONORED. The back-to-back state champion Nolan Catholic High School football team in Fort Worth was named “2009 Team of the Year” by NBC Channel 5 and Chevrolet’s Inside High School Sports.

Nolan Catholic football players with Cathy Buckingham, principal (far left); Fr. Rich Villa, president; and Coach Joe Prud’homme (with trophy)

“I REMEMBER AFRICA”

Bro. Charles Gausling, far left, early years in Eastern Africa

On May 23, 2010, the Marianists will celebrate the inauguration of the Region of Eastern Africa. Since 1957, more than 100 U.S. Marianists have worked in Eastern Africa supporting ministries and mentoring Africans in faith formation. To pay tribute to those who worked to foster the work of the gospel and lay the groundwork for its new African leadership, ALIVE magazine is soliciting written commentaries (a 75- to 100-word reflection) from anyone who served in Kenya, Zambia, Malawi and other parts of Africa during the past 53 years. Find out more. Please submit your reflection and photo(s) to Ann Mueller, Communications Office Assistant, at amueller@sm-usa.org.

PEACE & JUSTICE UPDATE:

MARIANIST FAMILY MEMBERS HELP BUILD HOUSE IN ST. LOUIS

This past fall, the Marianist Province of the United States – via the Office of Peace and Justice – provided a loan to North Grand Neighborhood Services (NGNS) in St. Louis to use in its city revitalization efforts. Many volunteers worked on the construction of the Solomon 12 house, including members of the University of Dayton and St. Mary’s University in San Antonio alumni, St. Louis Marianist high school faculty and students, Our Lady of the Pillar parish, Marianist Volunteer Program volunteers and Marianist Province staff. On April 18, NGNS hosted a dedication of the Marianist house, representing the culmination of this collaborative effort. Learn more about North Grand Neighborhood Services’ programs. Find out about a volunteer opportunity for the Solomon Project sponsored by the UD Alumni Association.

At the dedication ceremony, front, John Dilworth (new homeowner) with his children; back, Amie Koenen (St. Mary’s High School), Howard McAuliffe (executive director of NGNS), Donna Torillo (NGNS secretary, center, head peeking out), Fr. Gary Meier (NGNS president), John Fogarty (MVP volunteer and Solomon Project program director) and Myles McCabe (Marianist Peace & Justice director). Photo by Selina Madrid, MVP volunteer

TSUNAMI DOES NOT DETER MARIANIST FAMILY RETREAT

One of 14 families who braved a tsunami warning to participate in a Marianist Family retreat at St. Rita Parish in Honolulu in March. Students and staff members of the Marianist Lay Communities at Chaminade University of Honolulu assisted with the retreat. Read more from the Hawaii Catholic Herald.

GOOD TO KNOW

ENGAGING AGING. Fr. Paul Landolfi (Rockaway Park, N.Y.) recommends a number of articles in the Spring 2010 issue of Engaging Aging, the publication of the National Religious Retirement Office. He suggests reading “Productive Attitudes to Growing Older,” “Aging Engaged,” and “Retirement – A New Chapter in Life.” Read the issue. Read back issues of Engaging Aging.

April 24
St. Louis jubilee celebration
May 1
San Antonio jubilee celebration
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BLOGGERS

	Read Malianika, a blog about Hawaiian Marianist spirituality, by Bros. Brandon Alana and Dennis Bautista.
	Read Scriptural Reflections from Fr. Bert Buby (Stonemill-Kiefaber, Dayton).
	Read News and Views, the blog of the International Organization of Marianist Lay Communities by Isabella Moyer, president.
	Read “Letting Go of Stuff – for Lent and Forever” by Susan Vogt.

If you blog on Marianist topics, please send us a link to your blog. Contact Joan Suda.

MAY FEAST DAYS. Fr. George Cerniglia, assistant for religious life, writes about important feast days in May. Read Fr. George's letter. Read the list of May feast days.

THE CLASSIFIEDS

PROGRAM ASSISTANT. The Murphy Initiative for Justice and Peace in Baltimore is seeking a part-time program assistant to work with the executive director. The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of social justice issues grounded in the Catholic tradition. Résumés must be received by May 1, 2010. Read more.

NEWSLETTER
CENTRAL

CAPE MAY. Read the April 2010 issue of The Beacon, the newsletter of the Marianist Family Retreat Center in Cape May Point, N.J.

GOVERNOR’S ISLAND. Read the latest news from Governor’s Island in Huntsville, Ohio, by Bro. Paul Bredestege.

JUST ONE MORE . . .

Bro. Bob Wade clowns around a little at the Marianist Center in Cupertino. A hospital worker gave him the nose after his recent surgery. Bro. Bob appreciates the prayers of the Marianist Family for his recovery. Photo by Bro. Jim Leahy

PROVINCE
BIRTHDAYS

April

21	Mariandu Belevendiran A.
	Lawrence Corbin
	Peter Paul K.
22	Sean Downing
23	Joseph Barla
	Allen DeLong
	Thomas Oldenski
24	Robert Hackel
	John Leies
	Roberto Rivera
25	Stephen Wanyoike
27	Alexius Toppo
28	A. Joseph Barrish
29	John Somerville
30	Charles Kimeu
	Leonard Rudy

May

1	Balaswamy A
	Francis Annunziata
	Varghese Manooparampil
2	Pragasam Thathappa
	Patrick Tonry
3	Gerald Hammel
4	Kiran Babu Kotte
	Thomas Pieper
	Bernard Zalewski
5	Donald Schaaf
6	Phillip Kimeu
	James Pieper
	Frederick Silbereis
7	Mario Lenin Espinoza
	Dingiswayo Soko

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