Volume 4, Number 3
Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2005

BANNER AT CHAMINADE UNIVERSITY HONORS FOUNDER

Students at Chaminade University of Honolulu couldn't miss this 12' x 16' image of Blessed William Joseph Chaminade hanging from Henry Hall during the school's Founders Week Celebration, and that's exactly what University Rector Bro. Jerry Bommer had in mind. Bro. Jerry ordered the banner to get students' attention and start discussions about the legacy of the founder of the Society of Mary.

THREE BROTHERS PROFESS VOWS IN EASTERN AFRICA

Bros. Patrick Wanderi Kagai, Paul Ndung'u Kageche and Stephen Mburu Wanyoike professed perpetual vows on Jan. 22, the feast of Blessed William Joseph Chaminade, at the Marianist Novitiate in Limuru, Kenya. Fr. Martin Solma was the main celebrant and gave the homily. About 500 Marianists, MLC members, friends and relatives celebrated under clear skies and in 80-degree temperatures.

From left, Fr. Martin Solma, and Bros. Patrick Wanderi Kagai, Stephen Mburu Wanyoike, Paul Ndung'u Kageche and Joseph Mwaura (regional assistant for religious life and director of aspirants).

BRO. SIMON CHOI PROFESSES PERPETUAL VOWS

Bro. Simon Kwan Gyu Choi professed his perpetual vows on Jan. 22 at the Seoul Marianist Center Community in Korea. Family, friends, Marianist brothers, MLC members and Region staff joined the celebration. Fr. Tim Kim, regional superior, presided at the ceremony and gave the homily.

Fr. Tim Kim places a gold ring on Bro. Simon's finger.

UNIVERSITY LEADERS, GENERAL COUNCIL MEET IN ROME

The General Council invited presidents and rectors of all three Marianist universities to Rome Jan. 5-7 in an effort to reach out to the universities' lay leadership through networking, idea sharing, and the discussion of justice and peace issues. Also present were Fr. Jim Fitz, Fr. Tim Kenney and Bro. Ray Fitz. Meeting participants celebrated the Eucharist at St. Peter's Basilica; met with Archbishop Michael Miller, secretary of the Vatican Congregation for Higher Education; and visited the headquarters of the Marianist Sisters.

At the Vatican, from left, Fr. Tim Kenney, Province director of education; Bro. Jerry Bommer, rector of Chaminade University of Honolulu; Dr. Dan Curran, president of the University of Dayton; Fr. David Fleming, superior general of the Society of Mary; Archbishop Michael Miller, secretary of the Vatican Congregation for Higher Education; Dr. Charles Cotrell, president of St. Mary's University; Dr. Sue Wesselkamper, president of Chaminade University; Fr. Gene Contadino, rector of UD; and Bro. Ray Fitz, executive director of the Association of Marianist Universities.

FR. FLEMING CONVOKES 33^rd GENERAL CHAPTER

Fr. David Fleming, superior general, has convoked the 33^rd General Chapter of the Society of Mary, set for July 10 to July 30, 2006, in Rome. The General Chapter determines policies and objectives and elects the Superior General and General Council members. Fr. Fleming says that General Chapters "are important moments to reaffirm and deepen our common identity as a worldwide community of life and mission." To read Fr. David's convocation (Circular No. 13, Jan. 22, 2005), please click here:

BROTHERS TO NOMINATE GENERAL CHAPTER DELEGATES

Nominating ballots to determine General Chapter delegates were mailed in early February to all Marianist brothers with a cover letter from Provincial Stephen Glodek. Ballots must be returned to the Office of the Provincial by Feb. 21, 2005. Brothers will nominate eight brothers and eight priests; during a second round of voting, brothers will vote for four brothers and four priests.

DAYTON GOES CREOLE AT MARDI GRAS PARTY

This group knows how to party. Mardi Gras was celebrated at the Washington Street community in Dayton on Feb. 5. Who are the revelers? Scroll down to find out!

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

Bro. Angel Chomón (Province of Madrid), 98, who died on Jan. 22, 2005, in Madrid. May he rest in peace. To read Bro. Angel's obituary, please click here:

Fr. Abraham Joseph, who died of cancer on Jan. 31, 2005. May he rest in peace. Fr. Abraham was a priest at Nativity parish in Hollywood, Fla., and a friend of the Marianist religious in Hollywood.

Russell Reynolds, who died on Jan. 23, 2005. May he rest in peace. Russell was the brother-in-law of Bro. Lorenzo McBride (District of Mexico).

JAPANESE GARDEN, FOREST PARK, ST. LOUIS

Photo courtesy of Bro. Bob Resing, S.M. Bro. Bob's images are available for sale as note cards or prints. To order, contact Bro. Bob at rresing@sm-usa.org.

PLEASE PRAY FOR THE HEALING OF . . .

Fr. Tom Hogan (West Hills, Calif.), who is hospitalized with heart problems.

Bro. Bob Kelly (Mercy Siena, Dayton), who is hospitalized with kidney and blood pressure problems.

Bro. Bernard Laurinaitis (Alumni Hall, Dayton), who is hospitalized for testing.

Eileen Fogarty, who had open-heart surgery Feb. 3 in Pittsburgh. Eileen is the sister of Bro. Bob Johns (Dittmer, Mo.)

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BRO. FRANKLIN!

The Hale Malia residence in Honolulu hosted retreatants, family and friends at a luau in honor of Bro. Franklin Pao's 70th birthday. Bro. Franklin delighted the crowd - especially his mother, whom he is pictured kissing - when he danced three hulas. (Photo courtesy of Bro. Jim Wisecaver.)

2005 RETREAT INFORMATION, REGISTRATION

A 2005 retreat brochure was mailed last week to all brothers that includes information and registration for 2005 retreats. For the retreat information, please click here: For the registration form, please click here: To register, please print out the form and fax or mail it -or- e-mail the information to Donna Tucker at dtucker@sm-usa.org (Note: If you're registering for the Holy Week retreat that begins March 21, send your registration ASAP.)

DAYTON CELEBRATES CHAMINADE DAY

Second-year novice Isak Keyman-Ige (left) was "cookin' on all burners" as he prepared a feast for the Chaminade Day celebration on Jan. 22 at the novitiate in Dayton. Chef Isak was ably assisted by Novice Alfredo Chavez (back).

Fr. Jim Fitz (right) joined novices Jeff Warren (left) and Luke Hoenigman at the Chaminade Day Reception at Bergamo Center in Dayton on Jan. 23. Photos courtesy of Novice Dennis Bautista.

PEACE & JUSTICE UPDATE: DEBT; SOCIAL SECURITY Myles McCabe Province Director of Peace & Justice mmccabe@sm-usa.org Legislative action required. The debt owed by developing countries is staggering. It will never be paid and it prevents economic development. For more information or to send a message, please click here: Great article: "The Case for the Common Good" in the National Catholic Reporter, about Social Security and Catholic social teaching. Read it here: Try a little salt: Salt of the Earth is an excellent online resource for social justice information published by the Claretians. Give it a look at http://salt.claretianpubs.org/ Your opinion: Should we put this link on our website? Have an article or website you'd like to share in this space? E-mail me at mmccabe@sm-usa.org Regional discussions on social justice. Join me as I visit communities —"Advancing Justice— Challenges and Opportunities" Feb. 22-23 Dayton March 11-12 Hollywood, Fla. March 9-10 Fort Worth (Nolan) March 28- April 4 Hawai'i, Los Angeles, and New Orleans (tentative) Late April Cleveland, Dayton, Cincinnati (tentative)

SHARING FUND ALLOCATIONS COMMITTEE

The committee that decides how Sharing Fund monies are distributed met Jan. 21-23 in Baltimore. A list of grant recipients will appear in the next issue of FamilyOnline. The next grant cycle opens April 1, 2005. Standing in front of the Roland Avenue community (in 18" of snow) are, from left: Bro. Mitch Schweickart, Judy Geelhoed, Sr. Mary Beth Hefti, Dick Ullrich, Bro. Jim Facette, Myles McCabe and Bro. Bob Moriarty.

VOLUNTEER PROGRAM COORDINATOR TRAVELS SOUTH

Dan Richter, coordinator of the Province’s Marianist Volunteer Program, journeyed to San Antonio and La Chinantla, Mexico, in January to educate staff and students at St. Mary’s University about the program, and to identify potential service sites for volunteers at the two locations. Interested in becoming a volunteer in the program? Know someone who is? Contact Dan at drichter@sm-usa.org

EWA BEACH VOCATION DISCERNMENT RETREAT

The Hawai'i Vocation Office conducted a Vocation Discernment Retreat Jan. 28-30 at Ewa Beach, Hawai'i. Retreat participants, front row, from left, Jeff Buonaccorsi, Dali Waltu, Gabe Torno, Luis Guerra, Bro. Dennis Schmitz and Aspirant Bob Jones. Middle row, from left, Bro. Jim Wisecaver, Norman Capinpin, Heina Tuihalafatai, Brandon Alana, Theo Rhoades, Fr. John McEnhill, Chris DeGetman and Fr. Ken Templin. Back row, from left, Bro. John Campbell, Keith Greiner, Adam Becerra, Bro. Mike Sullivan, Jeannie Pinpin, Bro. Charles Johnson and Tom Farnsworth.

Bro. Charles Johnson and Luis Guerra at morning prayer at Ewa Beach.

WHO'S DOING WHAT

Fr. Tom French (San Francisco) has been appointed the first president of Archbishop Riordan High School, and Gabriel Crotti has been appointed principal.

Gabriel Crotti (left) and Fr. Tom French

Fr. Joe Tarrillion has been reappointed president of Central Catholic High School, San Antonio.

Bro. Tom Spring (Pohaku Community, Honolulu) received the "Chaminade Award" at the Marianist Founders Day Celebration on Jan. 19 at Chaminade University of Honolulu. The award honors a faculty or staff member who exhibits a commitment to Marianist values in education.

Founders Day Celebration, from left, Bro. Jerry Bommer, rector; staff member Priscilla Nakama, Bro. Tom Spring, student Erica Nolte; and President Sue Wesselkamper.

Fr. Jerry Chinchar (Stonemill Road, Dayton), campus minister at the University of Dayton, maintains a Lenten Web page that he created six years ago. His Web savvy has earned him the nickname "techno-priest." To visit Fr. Jerry's Web site, please click here:

On behalf of the Province, the Provincial Council has made a donation to tsunami victims in India through Catholic Relief Services.

Bro. Louis Pinckert (Chaminade-Waldron, St. Louis) was named Chaminade College Preparatory School's "Alumnus of the Year" on Jan. 14 at an all-school Mass. Bro. Louis spent much of his career in teaching and maintenance. Since 1994, he has worked as a food buyer and cook at Waldron, and has a special talent with computers. Congratulations, Bro. Louis!

Sr. Leanne Jablonski, director of the Marianist Environmental Education Center (MEEC), announces Nature as Inspiration, an art and education exhibit to be held at Gallery St. John at Mount St. John from March 30 - May 1. To obtain a submission packet, e-mail meec@udayton.edu or call 937.429.3582

Fr. Joe Uvietta (Curé of Ars, St. Louis) received the Sanguis Christi Award from the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in O'Fallon, Mo., at a dinner on Jan. 28. Fr. Joe was chosen for "his generous support of the Sisters . . . through his time, talents and spirituality." Kudos to Fr. Joe!

Fr. Johann Roten (Alumni Hall, Dayton), director of the International Marian Research Institute, reports that an Associated Press story about Crèches International at the University of Dayton ran in at least 27 of the country's top 100 newspapers, on MSNBC.com, in The Guardian of the United Kingdom, and on more than 50 television station Web sites. The crèche exhibition drew more than 20,000 visitors.

GLASS PANELS REMINDER OF MARIANIST EDUCATION

Bro. Charles Wanda designed a series of glass panels for Cincinnati’s Archbishop Moeller High School that include the school seal, images of Mary and Blessed Chaminade and symbols of the five Characteristics of Marianist Education (CME). The idea came from Moeller’s CME faculty committee to create a visible reminder of the school’s commitment to the Marianist philosophy of education. The waves flowing through the panels symbolize Mary’s role in the background of all elements of the school, through Chaminade into the future. Woodwork and installation by Bill Braun.

Marianist History
FR. SIMLER: FOURTH SUPERIOR GENERAL (1876-1905)

Bro. Tom Redmond (Marianist Novitiate, Dayton) offers a brief biography of Fr. Joseph Simler, the fourth superior general of the Society of Mary, to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Fr. Joseph's death on Feb. 4. "From his death bed," writes Bro. Tom, "he said 'Be ye faithful and ye need not fear; trust in Mary and God's work will be done.'" To read Bro. Tom's complete work, please click here:

Very Reverend Joseph Simler (1833-1905), who served as superior general from 1876-1905.

DOCUMENTS FROM THE GENERAL ADMINISTRATION

To read the Feb. 1, 2005, issue of Via Latina from the General Administration in Rome, please click here:

NEW AFFILIATE WELCOMED

Welcome to new Marianist Affiliate Fr. Henry Simaro, a priest in the Archdiocese of Nairobi, who was accepted on Dec. 8, 2004, the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. From left, Fr. Martin Solma and Bro. Chola Mulenga, who received Fr. Henry as an Affiliate; Fr. Henry; and Bishop Caesar Mazzolari (Bishop of Rumbek, Sudan), who presided at the ceremony.

PUBLICATION SCHEDULE, DEADLINES FOR FAMILYONLINE

To read the 2005 publication schedule and deadline dates for photos and copy for FamilyOnline, please click here: To read hints about submitting photos and copy, please click here:

SAN ANTONIO COMMUNITIES CELEBRATE CHAMINADE DAY

The Woodlawn community in San Antonio hosted a Chaminade Day celebration on Jan. 23 for brothers from the Casa Maria, W. Ligustrum, and Holy Rosary parish communities. The brothers prayed, socialized and enjoyed dinner together. Photo left: Aspirant Stephen Paone and Bro. Rich Schrader; photo right: Casa Maria Aspirancy Director Bro. Ed Longbottom. (Photos courtesy of Fr. Rich Wosman.)

MYSTERY MARIANIST

Our "Mystery Marianist" was 37 when this photo was snapped in Paris in 1961. Who is he? A hint: He was on his way to a longtime ministry in Africa.

MARIANIST FAMILY CELEBRATION IN ST. LOUIS

More than 70 members of the Marianist Family met Feb. 2 to celebrate the 204th anniversary of the foundation of Marianist Lay Communities. Evensong was held at the chapel of Chaminade College Preparatory, followed by dinner at Our Lady of the Pillar parish. The event was organized by Bro. Jack Ventura. At the dinner, from left, Fr. Don Cahill, Becky Swofford, Bro. Mike O'Grady and Mary Kay Fitzpatrick

2004-2005 PERSONNEL

TO READ CHANGES TO THE PERSONNEL, please click here: NEED MORE COPIES OF THE PERSONNEL? Just e-mail Ann Mueller at amueller@sm-usa.org

CLEVELAND BROTHERS GATHER

The brothers of Cleveland came together in December at Marcella Road for a special Vespers prayer service, a social and dinner. Photo left: Bro. Richard Roesch and Aspirant Ben Dougherty; photo right: (from left) Bro. George Kemmett, Fr. Mike Lisbeth, aspirancy director, and Bro. Jack Dempsey.

RIPPED FROM THE HEADLINES

Bro. Will Halloway at the St. Aloysius Hunger Center. Photo courtesy of the Catholic Universe Bulletin

Bro. Will Halloway was featured in Cleveland's Jan. 14 Catholic Universe Bulletin in an article about Bro. Will's work as director of the St. Aloysius Hunger Center. "Belonging to a parish is more than going to Mass on Sunday. It's serving the community," Bro. Will said.

Readers of the Jan. 28 issue of The Catholic Telegraph from the Archdiocese of Cincinnati read about Bro. Ed Brink twice — first, in a photo with grade school children during Vocation Awareness Week, and again, quoted in an article about UD's Lalanne program. Bro. Ed is director of the program.

Bro. Ed Brink speaks to grade school students in Dayton during Vocation Awareness Week. Photo courtesy of The Catholic Telegraph

Aspirant Ben Dougherty, who works at Villa Angela-St. Joseph and St. Aloysius grade school in Cleveland, was profiled in the Jan. 14 issue of the St. Louis Review from the St. Louis Archdiocese. Of his discernment process, he said: "It's been an amazing experience. I consider myself very privileged to have this opportunity to dedicate myself to discerning what God wants me to do."

OUT AND ABOUT

To read the upcoming travel schedule of members of the Provincial staff in St. Louis, please click here:

MARIANIST MISSION ANNUAL REPORT

To read the 2004 Annual Report from the Marianist Mission, please click here:

VISIT TO ST. PETER'S BASILICA

Fr. Tim Kenney and Sue Wesselkamper, president of Chaminade University in Honolulu, pose at St. Peter's Basilica in Rome during the January meeting of university presidents and the General Council.

GOOD NEWS AT MARIANIST SCHOOLS

NOLAN SIGNS SPONSORSHIP AGREEMENT. Fr. Larry Doersching, president of Nolan Catholic High School in Ft. Worth, adds his signature to the Sponsorship Document on Jan. 21, renewing the school’s dedication to its mission of Marianist education. Shown, from left, Bro. John Habjan, Province Office of Education; Don Miller, superintendent of schools for the Diocese of Ft. Worth; Fr. Doersching; and Pat Svacina, chair of the Nolan board. A school in the Marianist tradition helps educators find Christ in the students whose education is entrusted to them. Photo courtesy Brad Lengen

The Flyer News, the student newspaper of the University of Dayton, ran an editorial on Jan. 25 entitled, "Marianist Heritage Celebration Time to Appreciate and Thank." It reads, " . . . It is important to remember that these festivities are in celebration of a group that is the lifeblood flowing through this campus. In the past 155 years, the Marianists have taken this university from a tiny institution and transformed it into one of America's best educational experiences . . . This newspaper would like to do its part by extending thanks to all the Marianists who have made this university what it is." (With thanks to Bro. Don Winfree's Bordeaux Chronicle.)

An online article in The Tidings from the Los Angeles Archdiocese praises the generosity of students of Chaminade Middle School in Chatsworth, Calif. They students not only collected $10,000 to aid tsunami victims, but also sent 500 stockings filled with toiletries to troops in Iraq. Fr. Ed Johnson, chaplain, was quoted: "Chaminade children give generously because they want to see the face of those whom they help." The reporter wrote: "The spirit of giving on this Chatsworth campus is a year round activity; it is, in fact, one of the five main characteristics of a Marianist education."

THE CLASSIFIEDS

SUPERINTENDENT. The Archdiocese of San Antonio is seeking a superintendent of Catholic schools. For a job description, please click here: For more information, e-mail Fr. Tim Kenney at tkenney@sm-usa.org.

SIXTY YEARS A MARIANIST

Bros. Bob Wood (left) and Greg DeMoor (Marianist Residence, San Antonio) were honored in January for 60 years as Marianist brothers during Marianist Heritage Week at St. Mary's University.

NEWSLETTER CENTRAL

REDS. To read the December 2004 issue of the newsletter from the Ragpickers Education Development Scheme (REDS), please click here:

CENTERPOINT.COM. To read the February 2005 issue of Centerpoint.com, the e-newsletter from the Center for Marianist Spirituality and Communities (CMSC) in Philadelphia, please click here:

ALIVE IN THE PHILIPPINES. To read the January 2005 of Alive in the Philippines, the newsletter of the SM community in Davao City, Philippines, please click here:

MAUI REPORT. To read Fr. Steve Tutas' February 2005 report from Maui, please click here:

MSJC. To read the issue February 2005 of Justice Jottings, please click here:

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PARISHIONERS GATHER AT CAPE MAY

Fr. Ted Cassidy reports that boys from the parish of St. Raymond's in the Villas, N.J., and their pastor joined the brothers of Cape May Point, N.J., for dinner and a look at Bro. Al Koch's model trains. The brothers planned the dinner in response to one boy's inquires about religious life. At the gathering, front row, from left, James Mathis, Louis Sicilia, Fr. Bob Sadlack and Bro. James Fitzgibbons. Back row, from left, Fr. Ted Cassidy, Steve Dickle, Bro. Al Koch, Eugene Sicilia and Bro. Ed Unferdorfer.

EXPERIENCE "WORLD YOUTH DAY 2005" IN GERMANY!

Bro. Jack Ventura invites you to help create a Marianist presence at the 20th World Youth Day in Cologne, Germany, Aug. 15-21, 2005. The Marianist Office of Religious Life is coordinating a tour from Aug. 15 to Aug. 22, and offers special invitations to campus ministries, LIFE programs, high schools, parishes, retreat centers, and those who are temporary professed. The Provincial Council has agreed to offer financial assistance. To read a trip itinerary, to determine the cost of the tour based on your departure city, or to read the financial assistance form, go to www.marianist.com/fol and click on the Jan. 11 issue of FamilyOnline. For an application form, e-mail Donna Tucker at dtucker@sm-usa.org. Check out the Youth Day website at www.wjt2005.de.

A THOUGHT

ARE YOUR DATES POSTED ON THE CALENDAR?

A calendar that lists events involving Marianist brothers, Marianist sisters and lay Marianists is now available at www.marianist.com/calendar. The calendar also is available on the PORTAL at www.marianist.com/portal. If you'd like an event included, send the event, date, location and contact information to Pat Stephens at pstephens@sm-usa.org.

MARDI GRAS UNMASKED . . .

Mardi Gras partyers, front row, from left: Bro. Jack Somerville, Novices Dennis Bautista and Isak Keyman-Ige, and Bro. Tom Wendorf; back row, from left: Bros. Tobias Ferrer, Victor Forlani, Brian Halderman and Sr. Audrey Buttner.

MYSTERY MARIANIST UNVEILED . . .

It’s Bro. Art Cherrier, who now lives in St. Louis and assists the Province staff with tasks ranging from mailings to proofing of ALIVE magazine.

PROVINCE BIRTHDAYS

ABOUT FamilyOnline

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