THE NET - Spring/Summer 2014 by Fina Florez

The Episcopal Diocese of Southeast Florida

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Vol. 44 No. 5/6

Restoring the Faith The Mother Church of the diocese completes its restoration

Honoring a Legacy Mrs. Leome Culmer

Bishop Search

Nominations now being accepted

The pilgrimage of a lifetime Personal experience in the Holy Land

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THE NET Spring/Summer 2014 Contents

Feature Story

Restoring the Soul, Keeping the Faith

3 Bishop’s Column The Episcopal Crossword Puzzle

4 Viewpoint A Call to Communion, not Congregationalism

5 Episcopal Charities Outreach Continues to Provide the Diocese with Useful Tools

7 Bishop Coadjutor Search & Progress 9 Resurrection and New Beginnings The Transition of Holy Cross

14 The Big Class

“Living a Spirit-Filled Life”

18 Parishes in Progress People, Places & Progress

19 Parish Profile St. Bernard de Clairvaux

Official Publication of the Episcopal Diocese of Southeast Florida The Rt. Rev. Leo Frade, D.D. Diocesan Bishop The Rt. Rev. Calvin O. Schofield, Jr. S.T.D., Retired Bishop The Rt. Rev. John L. Said Retired Bishop Suffragan

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The Episcopal

Crossword Puzzle

here is nothing more simple than completing a crossword puzzle as long as you complete the entire vertical and horizontal words that cross each other, bringing into life the completed masterpiece. I want to call your attention during this season the “Episcopal Crossword Puzzle” that we are required to complete if we want to fulfill the demands of our Baptismal Covenant. I wonder if when we answer the questions we are asked by the clergy, if we are really serious about what our church is asking us to do. I am afraid that some of what we are asked to do is too difficult to accomplish. Our Episcopal Crossword can be found in our Book of Common Prayer pages 304 and 416. Both the Holy Baptism and Confirmation services carry the title of The Baptismal Covenant. It contains both verticals and horizontals. For most, verticals are easier to comply. We are asked if we believe in God the Father; in Jesus Christ, the Son of God and in God the Holy Spirit -- of course we do, even if at times we may falter due to doubts. The belief in a Supreme Creator is much easier to accomplish than some of the other horizontal questions that we are ask to obey. We can deal much better with our vertical relationship with God than our horizontal relationship with our neighbor. Let me remind you what the Epistle of James says, “You believe that God is one; you do well. Even the demons believe—and shudder” (James 2:19). The challenge for us is to consent and perform the horizontals that are asked from us in The Baptismal Covenant. Are we willing to strive for justice and peace among all people? Are we going to respect the dignity of every human being - not just the ones we like, those who act like us, look like us and agree with us? Are we willing to seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving our neighbor as ourselves? Are we willing to proclaim the Good News of God in Christ by word and example? Remember it is easier to proclaim Christ by word but more difficult to do it by example. St. Francis said, “Preach often and if necessary use words.” We have to remember that the only Bible that many people will be able to see is the one reflected by our actions and our life. Have we been able to persevere in resisting evil in our lives and in our midst? If for some reason you failed, are you willing to repent and return to the Lord?

A few last horizontal questions: Are you continually going to church and receiving the Eucharist? Are you faithful in your prayers for yourself and others, or is your God like one of those apps that you just click when you need our Lord and ignore the rest of the time? By checking your ability and willingness to complete the vertical and horizontal demands of The Baptismal Covenant you will be able to figure the status of your spiritual life. Don’t give up, because God has not given up on you. If you have failed then repent and return to the Lord because our Christ is merciful and prompt to forgive. He is waiting for you.

The Rt. Rev. Leo Frade Bishop of the Diocese of Southeast Florida Spring/Summer 2014

VIEWPOINT

A Call to Communion, Not Congregationalism By The Venerable Fritz Bazin, Archdeacon for Social Justice

rchdeacon Tom Brutell often says “one of our greatest problems within this diocese is congregationalism.” Congregationalism is defined as a system of organization among Christian churches whereby individual local churches are largely self-governing. I subscribe to such a statement and must confess that for many years working in this diocese in various capacities, too often I have had to deal with this congregationalist attitude. It is a behavior that goes against the very faith that we profess when we say we “believe in the communion of saints.” If as Episcopalians and Anglicans we cannot really be in communion with one another as a diocese, how can we talk about communion with Episcopalians all over the United States and other territories, and Anglicans throughout the world both living and departed? All of our churches are a part of a deanery, which makes up a diocese, creating a province, which leads to a national church and ultimately, we are all members of the Anglican communion. Unfortunately, many congregations often behave like isolated, self-sufficient entities seeming as they do not need a diocese. What a mistaken way of thinking. As the song states, “No Man is an Island…we need one another…” More importantly, it is a missed opportunity to fully share in God’s kingdom. Black congregations, multicultural assemblies and white parishes need one another not only for 4

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the sharing of material resources but also and especially as a fellowship of prayers. Our effectiveness as a church is rooted in our working together as one body. This is what we read in 1 Corinthians 12:15-26: “Now if the foot should say, “Because I am not a hand, I do not belong to the body,” it would not for that reason stop being part of the body. And if the ear should say, “Because I am not an eye, I do not belong to the body,” it would not for that reason stop being part of the body. If the whole body were an eye, where would the sense of hearing be? If the whole body were an ear, where would the sense of smell be? But in fact God has placed the parts in the body, every one of them, just as he wanted them to be. If they were all one part, where would the body be? As it is, there are many parts, but one body. The eye cannot say to the hand, “I don’t need you!” And the head cannot say to the feet, “I don’t need you!” On the contrary, those parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable, and the parts that we think are less honorable we treat with special honor. And the parts that are unpresentable are treated with special modesty, while our presentable parts need no special treatment. But God has put the body together, giving greater honor to the parts that lacked it, so that there should be no division in the body, but that its parts should have equal concern for each other. If one part suffers,

every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it.” We are fortunate in this diocese to have the opportunity of celebrating great diversity. On any given Sunday, the Eucharist is celebrated in at least five languages. From Key West to Stuart, one can see churches with names in Spanish, French, English and Portuguese. Throughout the year, we also have special diocesan celebrations, including Absalom Jones and Episcopal Church Women’s (ECW) Sunday. It is still a sad fact that many congregations choose to conduct other activities on the days of these celebrations although they have enough advanced notice and could modify their schedules for the greater good of the diocese. Such behavior, not necessarily intentional, looks like the boycotting of diocesan events. These occasions should be elevated to a place of prominence on all calendars and participation in these special events should be strongly encouraged and supported by all. Together, as a diocese we are preparing to elect a bishop coadjutor in a few months. Let us take these words to heart, welcoming every opportunity to meet the stranger, to mingle with those who are different, to evangelize and to worship together. Then we can sing the words to this famous hymn (hymn 304, verse 2, hymnal 1982), “As Christ breaks bread and bids us shares each proud division ends, that love the made us makes us one and strangers now are friends.”

Episcopal Charities Outreach Continues to Provide the Diocese with Useful Tools By The Rev. Canon Donna Dambrot, Executive Director

he first year of Episcopal Charities’ Beyond the Walls: Developing, Managing and Fundraising for your Outreach Ministry, offered in partnership with The Diocesan School for Christian Studies, successfully offered clergy, lay leaders and all those called to outreach ministry the tangible components of how to operate successful and sustainable outreach programs. Professional speakers in fields such as budgeting, grant writing, volunteer management and program sustainability provided critical information on how to make a program successful. The program also offered workshops on how to use social media to increase outreach. This session

was taught by a representative from the national Church Office of Communications. There were many other informative sessions; Stewardship presented by Canon Chris Gray of the Diocese of Southwest Florida and Planned Giving taught by nationally known expert Margaret May Damen were some of the program highlights. The program was recognized in the national Episcopal Church press for its innovative means to teach and create sustainable outreach. Next year, the program will offer its workshops online so that all throughout the diocese may learn from the key speakers. In 2014 Episcopal Charities (EC) is again providing congregations access to the member resources available at The Episcopal Network for Stewardship [TENS] at www.tens.org, which has a new 2014 stewardship program with all materials needed to make your program a success. If you do not have the log-in information, please contact the Rev. Canon Donna Lise Dambrot at donna@ecefl.org.

Is your congregation discerning a call to start-up a new outreach ministry? Or enhancing an existing program? Episcopal Charities offers Small Grants of up to $1,000 for basic human services programs that are operated or sponsored by diocesan congregations! It’s easy to apply. Just contact EC Program, Grants and Resources Director Bonnie Weaver at bonnie@ecsefl.org. Does your congregation have a planned giving program? EC President and Executive Director the Rev. Canon Donna Lise Dambrot can visit with your congregation to assist you in starting up your program, and offer workshops and resources. Contact her at donna@ecsefl. org today! She is also available to visit your congregation on a Sunday to speak about the mission and ministry of Episcopal Charities, and how congregations can join in making a commitment to serving those in great need in our local communities as Christ calls us to do. Take a look at all that Episcopal Charities is doing at www.ecsefl.org today!

Reviews for

SON of GOD I have three reactions to Son of God: (1)I thought it was well acted. I liked very much the way the characters were portrayed. (2)They did not remain true to the actual scripture. Someone commented online and said there was enough drama in the actual scriptures and the facts did not need to be changed. (3)The personal relationship between Jesus and his disciples, after his resurrection never really impacted me until I saw this movie. -The Rev. Thomas Shepherd, Retired

The life and teachings of Jesus were presented in such an artful and believable way through the acting, the background music and the settings. The viewer is taken beyond skepticism into compassion - a place where sympathy for Jesus and a participation in his story bring together both sorrow and joy. This story lifts the audience to a new level of understanding of these well-known and powerful themes. Be sure to see it. -The Rev. John F. Stanton (Fr. Jack), Church of the Epiphany, Miami Lakes Spring/Summer 2014

NEWS & VIEWS

St. Columba Achieves a Milestone By The Reverend Canon Debra Andrew Maconaughey & Peter Sehlinger

alm Sunday brought a whirlwind of activities to St. Columba in Marathon, of the Florida Keys. The Rt. Rev. Leo Frade and his wife Diana visited St. Columba to confirm, receive, reaffirm, a large group of St. Columba parishioners.

Following the service, Bishop Frade oversaw the burning of the mortgage of The Hammock House, a building adjoining the parish purchased in 2010. The donation by two parishioners of half of the $210,000 cost of the building was met by matching contributions

from 68 other parishioners and friends and from the parish building fund, allowing the entire cost of the building to be paid off in four years. This enabled the church to create a thriving youth ministry in the property. Through those dedicated efforts of the parish, The Hammock House mortgage was ultimately burned on Palm Sunday signifying no further payments for the purchase of the building. “The House” buzzes each day with the after-school program, the thrift boutique, and summer break camps and activities. St. Columba is blessed to have achieved this milestone, and looks forward

to years of worship and fellowship in The Hammock House. For more about St. Columba, read the Parish Profile (pg. 15) in the Fall 2013 issue of The Net.

Episcopal Church Women Stir Up the Spirit!

By Gloria Clausell, ECW President & Altoria White, Editor

he spirit was alive and stirring at the annual Episcopal Church Women (ECW) meeting, held in April. The diocese was well represented with 91 delegates in attendance. The challenge to “stir the spirit” for God and his church was well received by all, including representatives from the Anglican Church Women from the Diocese of the Bahamas and the Turks and Caicos, as well as the Rt. Rev. Leo Frade, the Bishop of the Diocese of Southeast Florida. The Archdeacon of the Diocese of the Bahamas, the Venerable Ranfurly Brown, gave the homily, while Bishop Frade celebrated. Archdeacon Brown asked that the congregation reach out to the young people of the diocese and to bring new ideas and growth of the ECW organization. One of the major highlights of the annual convention is the presentation of the Catherine Brown scholarship recip6

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ients. This year’s winners were: Dominique Douglas, third place ($800), St. Benedict’s, Plantation; Kristen M. Fox, second place ($1200), St. Anne’s, Hallendale; and Jonathan K. Wright, first place ($2000), Grace, West Palm Beach. There were also several awards and honors bestowed during the three-day meeting. One of the highest honors, the 2014 Distinguished Women award, was won by Jennifer Chang, St. Benedict’s, after only one balloting. There was an election for the Triennial Distinguished Women award for 2015 as well. After voting for the three nominees (2012, Kathy Johnson; 2013 Lillie Clarke; 2014, Jennifer Chang), Jennifer was the honored and blessed recipient. Next year’s ECW annual convention will be held in the Broward Deanery at the Courtyard Marriott, while the 2016 convention will be held in the Bahamas.

Bishop Coadjutor search and progress “We’re moving on pace and staying on track.”

By Bill Hurd, Chairperson Bishop Search Committee

ollowing the February 8 retreat, the Bishop Coadjutor Search Committee has met twice and is proceeding on schedule. The committee is very blessed to have a group of talented individuals, both clergy and laypersons, who not only love the Episcopal Church but also the Diocese of Southeast Florida. There have been numerous listening sessions from the Keys to Stuart, and the committee produced an excellent online survey in English, Spanish, and French with close to 500 participants who have voiced their opinion. The information from the listening sessions and the online survey will be used to formulate the vision for the future of the diocese and the characteristics that will be looked for in the next bishop. The next step is to produce a diocesan profile which includes demographic, historical, and program material about the diocese, as well as the vision for the diocese and characteristics looked for in the next bishop. The profile was complete on May 12, for submission to the Standing Committee of the diocese for their comments and approval. On May 27, the profile was posted to the diocesan website along with nomination forms and we have begun the process of accepting nominations. After all nominations have been received, the nominees will be asked to submit full application packets by June 13. The next step will be to meet in late June and review all of the applications received. At that point the number of applicants will begin to narrow. During the month of July, Skype interviews will be conducted with the remaining applications and the committee will begin the next narrowing process in early August. At this

time, it is known that the field will be narrowed somewhere between eight to ten semi-finalists. In late September, the committee and the semi-finalists will gather to share a two-day retreat where the committee will have a chance to meet and interview each candidate face-to-face. Following the retreat, the committee, again will meet in early October to choose and present the final five candidates to the Standing Committee. A two-week period to accept candidates by petition will begin at that time.

“The committee is very blessed to have a group of talented individuals, both clergy and laypersons.” Following the presentation of candidates to the Standing Committee, the charge to the Bishop Coadjutor Search Committee will be complete, and the Transition Committee will take over. The Transition Committee will schedule the candidate’s visits to the diocese and conduct the “walkabouts” in early January of 2015. Finally, the electing convention will be held January 31, 2015, at which time our Bishop Coadjutor will be formally elected. The chair of the Search Committee, Bill Hurd, and the Vice Chair, Susanne Woods would like to thank the committee and the Diocese of Southeast Florida for doing a thorough job and keeping everyone on track. Spring/Summer 2014

NEWS & VIEWS

My Holy Pilgrimage

By Marcia Sweeting-Somersall

recent issue of “The Daily Word” proclaims: “Peace happens one person, one prayer, one outstretched hand at a time.” This is the sentiment that I bring home from the wonderful people that I met on my trip to the Holy Land in February. This was a pilgrimage taken with 44 other parishioners from the Diocese of Southeast Florida as we accompanied our Bishop Leo Frade. I have been yearning to go to the Holy Land for many years. Not Orlando’s Holy Land destination, albeit very impressive, but the real deal in Israel. Since this was Bishop Frade’s last official pilgrimage before retirement, I was not going to let this opportunity pass. The feeling of traveling where Jesus walked was surreal and spiritual as we visited places that I have read about in the Bible all my life. The highlights of our journey included: • Galilee - Jesus’ first miracle was turning water into wine at a wedding there. Six couples from our pilgrimage renewed their vows officiated by our Bishop as a fellow pilgrimage attendee sang Ave Maria. • The River Jordan - where Jesus came from Galilee to be baptized by John. The baptism of Jesus in the Jordan made the river holy to all Christians. I walked in the water collecting a few bottles of water to bring for my family and friends. • The Western “Wailing” Wall - which is the holiest shrine of the Jewish world. They would weep over the ruins of the Holy Temple and it is currently a place of prayer and worship. Our tour guide told us to write down on a piece of paper names of people that we wanted to pray for and leave it in the wall. • The Dead Sea - which is the saltiest sea in the world. It is 1,300 feet below sea level, which is the lowest point on the earth’s surface. The Dead Sea has unique healing properties due to the high mineral content of its water. Jesus cured a man of his leprosy in the water, and we were able to wash in it ourselves. 8

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Marcia Sweeting-Somersall & Bishop Frade during the historic Holy Land pilgrimage.

I found that the Holy Land is comprised of people who hold diverse faiths - namely Jewish, Christian and Muslim. We were invited to have lunch with some Christian Palestinians in Bethlehem. They were warm and kind, and stated that they wanted peace in the nation. They expressed distaste for the wall that stands between Bethlehem and Jerusalem to keep Palestinians from traveling between cities without a visa. They asked me to tell the American people that they love them and they would like a peaceful end to all political turmoil. 87-year-old Bob Bell, who organized the trip, has been organizing travel to the Holy Land since 1972. He continues to do a wonderful job with every minute detail covered. I truly feel blessed having the opportunity to take this look into Jesus’ world and to imagine what it must have been like when He walked the earth.

Holy Land Pilgrimage (included with the trip to Jordan)

Bishop Leo Frade Diocese of Southeast Florida & Diana Frade Invite you on a trip to the Holy Land and Jordan March 2 – 17, 2015 For more information visit Bishop Frade’s website: bishopfrade.com

“Out of the Shadows of the Holy Cross Comes Resurrection and a New Beginning.” The transition of Holy Cross to Church of the Resurrection By Altoria White, Editor

“We arrived a little worried for the future of our parish, but it is all in God’s plan.” The Rev. Canon Leonel Ortez, Holy Cross

he transition of Santa Cruz (Holy Cross), Miami has been an ongoing process for well over one year. This spring, one more transition was made a permanent transition. Holy Cross now officially calls the property of Church of the Resurrection in Biscayne Park home. “It has been like a miracle from God,” says the Reverend Canon Leonel Ortez, Priest in Charge of Holy Cross. “We arrived a little worried for the future of our parish, but it is all in God’s plan.” And God’s plan is always the strongest symbol. Holy Cross’ previous home was just east of Miami Avenue, on NE 36th Street in Midtown Miami, a neighborhood that is rapidly growing, as high rises, small shopping districts, and restaurants are building almost faster than the growth will allow. With the Midtown entertainment district needing more and more space, Holy Cross was forced to move out. Not knowing where their permanent space would

The Rev. Albert Cutîe, Church of the Resurrection

be, close by Church of the Resurrection opened its doors to Santa Cruz, and welcomed them with open arms to the community. “What about creating a synergy, and pitching our tents together?” asked the Reverend Alberto Cutie, Priest in Charge of Church of the Resurrection. It just made sense. Archdeacon for Transitional Ministry, the Venerable Tom Bruttell helped in organizing a transition committee in early January 2014, and the rest, as they say, is history. The churches both worship on the grounds of Resurrection, the aforementioned having its services earlier in the morning, while Santa Cruz worships in the early afternoon. Both parishes work together for the good of the church, however. The vestry’s currently meet together, operate together, and events are held together, “but the most important part of this is the ministry is two working as one,” states Fr. Cutie. “The strongest symbol,” Fr. Ortez adds, “is in

both names—Holy Cross and Resurrection.” Archdeacon Bruttell says the transition is great for the diocese and a model for all churches to work together. “Their witness is their biggest possibility. Both English and Spanish congregations working together, reaching out to both sides…this is the future of our diocese.” In the fall, yet more transitions are to come to Resurrection and Holy Cross as Fr. Cutie will complete his time at Resurrection and accept the call to transition to Priest in Charge of St. Benedict’s, in Plantation in August. The current Rector of St. Benedict’s, the Reverend Bob Deshaies will retire in July. At that time the Reverend Howard Stowe, a retired priest from New York, who resides in the Miami Shores area will assist Fr. Ortez with services in English, and other needs as they arise. Praise the Lord for new beginnings. Spring/Summer 2014

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Restoring the Soul, Keeping the Faith The rededication of the Cathedral, the installation of honorary canons & blessing of the Jubilee Altar draw over 800 to Trinity

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By The Very Reverend Douglas McCaleb & Altoria White, Editor

et the doors be opened!” exclaimed the Right Reverend Leo Frade as he used his crozier to knock loudly on the doors of Trinity Cathedral in Miami. This action commenced the rededication of the Cathedral on Sunday, May 18, 2014. Since 2007, the Cathedral has been engaged in a massive restoration project, necessitated by the 40-year recertification requirement of the City of Miami, and the result of damage from Hurricane Wilma and other storms. The project is now complete, with the re-installation of the historic Aeolian-Skinner organ and its 3600 pipes being the last major component. The entire renovation and restoration has included repair and reinstallation of the stained glass (along with impact resistant panes), replacement of the sanctuary and chancel floors, major structural repairs to the ambulatory, renovation of four floors of office space, and complete electrical replacement. Through extensive fundraising efforts, the Cathedral has conducted a comprehensive campaign that has generated over $6.1MM toward the goal of $8.5MM. Founded by Bishop William Gray, a missionary Bishop of the Diocese of Southern Florida, and Julia Tuttle, recognized as the “Mother of Miami,” Trinity Church was built in December 1896 as the first permanent church building within Miami’s original city limits. The original wooden building was replaced in 1912 by an imposing stone edifice, and in 1923 the congregation bought land at the corner of 10

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All seven canons read along as a litany is read immediately before their installation. The Rev. Canon Leonel Ortez sings with the band from Holy Cross.

North Bayshore Drive and 15th Street for the site of a church large enough to seat 1,000 worshipers. Miami architect Harold Hastings Mundy designed the new church, whose construction was completed in July 1925. It was designed in Romanesque Revival style and is based on the Church of St. Gilles near Arles, France. The mosaics were made in Florence, Italy, and the inspiring stained glass windows come from around the world. The church has weathered numerous hurricanes, and time and the elements have taken their toll on one of Miami’s historic architectural treasures. In 1970, the delegates to the first convention of the newly formed Episcopal Diocese of Southeast Florida voted to make Trinity Church the cathedral for the diocese, the location of

Bishop Leo Frade rededicates the Cathedral

the bishop’s throne, the cathedra. The present Cathedral congregation is ethnically and culturally diverse, making it a microcosm of the communities served by our churches and congregations throughout the Diocese, for which it is the Mother Church. After the symbolic “door knocking” during the rededication, the processional began and included members of the Cathedral Chapter, the honorary canons who were to be installed, and retired diocesan Bishop, the Rt. Rev. Calvin Schofield, among others. The rededication service was reflective of the Diocese of Southeast Florida’s diverse community with the Gospel being read in French, English, and Spanish. The music for the service was also just as diverse, with newly installed Canon Leonel Ortez and the band from Holy Cross singing during Holy Communion, and the Anglican Chorale of Southeast Florida, and Cathedral Choir lending their melodic voices throughout the service. Also, during the service, seven honorary canons were installed for their work within the Diocese of Southeast Florida and their work within their own parish community. The newly installed canons include: the Rev. Canon Robert Taylor, Church of the Good

Shepherd, Tequesta; the Rev. Canon Debra Maconaughey, St. Columba, Marathon; the Rev. Canon Marty Zlatic, St. Joseph’s, Boynton Beach; the Rev. Canon Mark Sims, St. Mary Magdalene, Coral Springs; the Rev. Canon Ronald Fox, St. Anne’s Hallendale; the Rev. Canon Leonel Ortez, Holy Cross, Miami; and the Rev. Canon Donna Dambrot, Canon for Social Outreach. Along with the installation of the honorary canons, the Jubilee Altar was also blessed. Conceived by Dean McCaleb, the third Dean of Trinity, and to compliment the Italian marble in the sanctuary, the Jubilee Altar was designed by the Very Reverend William Stomski, Dean of the Diocesan School for Christian Studies. It was assembled and finished by Michael Atkinson & Co. in Palm Beach, Florida, and internationally known artist Leonard Pardon completed the marbling of the altar. The Very Reverend Douglas McCaleb preached the message to almost 1000 parishioners seated in the Cathedral. While detailing the seven-year process of the restoration of the Cathedral, he spoke about the diocesan’s commitment to the Mother Church and the Cathedral’s commitment to the diocese. “We are all committed to one another. We all benefit from the labors of others. This magnificent landmark could not have been restored without the wisdom,

vision and generosity of a number of people and parishes around our diocese and we continue to be grateful for their ongoing support of this venture. The Cathedral belongs to everyone.” He went on to receive a resounding round of applause when referencing the commitment to the theme of The Episcopal Church, “ Those doors are open and see straight to the altar. The message for the tourist, the homeless person, the teenager on the street, the confused, or tormented, or joyful, or questioning person is the same: ‘The Episcopal Church welcomes you.’ And there is no asterisk at the end of that sentence.” Within the last few months, Trinity Cathedral has received numerous awards for the outstanding restoration and recertification work throughout the last seven years. Awarded the Dade Heritage Trust ‘Outstanding Preservation of a Historic Landmark’ honor, as well as Miami-Dade County’s Outstanding Civic Rehabilitation/Restoration Award, and the Florida Trust for Historic Preservation Award, Trinity Cathedral is blessed to be a blessing to the community. The rededication service concluded with a tented reception on the Cathedral grounds, and the celebration continues. However, as the assisting priest for the Cathedral, the Reverend Grey Maggiano, said, “The construction is now over—let the real work begin.”

Symbolic of ancient custom, Bishop Frade knocks on the west doors of the Cathedral, to request entrance for the service to begin.

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Meeting people where they are

The Reverend Patsy McGregor recalls her ministry in Madagascar “One of my greatest joys is celebrating the Eucharist and teaching the student evangelists.”

eople ask me what a “normal” day is like in Toliara, Madagascar and I honestly wonder, “What is a normal day?” Most of the time my days begin at 6 a.m. I have a routine down that encompasses personal morning devotions, gathering with the student evangelists and morning prayer or Holy Communion. Since we live in the community, there are always people gathered at the Cathedral Complex. It’s good to see community members living their daily lives as they work and visit with each other. Life is always an adventure when your backdrop is Madagascar. I’ve learned to accept the sudden shift in plans. Whenever I have a difficult time accepting that my plans will change a particular scripture comes to mind, “The mind of the man plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps” (Proverbs 16:9). One of my greatest joys is celebrating the Eucharist and teaching the student evangelists. Malagasy is a challenging language with long words containing many syllables. Some12

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times the task of learning the language seems daunting. I am consistently reminded by the still small voice of the Lord that He equips those He calls. Where our words fail, the visual aids that we use during services help tremendously. I find it quite satisfying to work with the Malagasy people. The churches are growing; discipleship and leadership development are the main focuses as we train upcoming leaders. Starting a diocese from the ground up is not an easy endeavor and I thank God for the spiritual gifts he has given my husband, Todd, and me to lead such a diocese. Todd is a fabulous Bishop, and as a priest, it is a joy to work under his leadership. Although it is hard work, it is exciting to be a history maker; to see the growth of the church in which we now have 44 members! The thirst of the people coming to know Christ for the very first time in their lives is truly the work of God. It is also a blessing to encourage the church and be a role model as the first woman priest working in the Diocese of Toliara. I thank God for the many partners we have worldwide, especially our companion Diocese of Southeast Florida who has ventured with us when we began our life in Madagascar over 22 years ago, in August 1991. “Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as though you were working for the Lord and not for human beings…” (Colossians 3:23). To God be the Glory.

Honoring a legacy

NEWS & VIEWS

The Great Life of Mrs. Leome Culmer By Ardie Edwards, Maud Newbold, Gay Outler, and Altoria White, Editor

rs. Leome S. Culmer, widow of the late Venerable John Edwin Culmer, priest of St. Agnes, in Miami and Archdeacon of the Diocese of South Florida, was an accomplished woman of prayer, service and evangelism. She was a native of Miami, Florida, attended the public schools of Miami-Dade

County and graduated from Booker T. Washington Senior High School. Later, she received her BS degree from Bethune-Cookman College, now University, in Secondary Education with a major in English in 1949. The Order of the Daughters of the King, St. Cecelia’s Chapter of St. Agnes, honored Mrs. Culmer at a luncheon for her service as she recently stepped down from her many years of dedicated service, commitment and faithfulness to St. Cecelia’s Chapter. She most recently served as President. Mrs. Culmer was a daughter for over 65 years -

since September of 1949. She served 20 years as Vice-President and 15 years as President of the chapter. During her tenure, she also prepared 100 plus women for admission into the chapter. She has received numerous awards and honors at all levels of The Episcopal Church, including the parish, diocesan, provincial and national levels. Arguably, one of her most significant honors and accomplishments was her attendance at all provincial IV assemblies, only missing two from 1980 to 2013. Mrs. Culmer had not only been a member of

the Daughters of the King, but was a force behind the work of the Episcopal Church Women. She was elected President, Most Prestigious Woman of the Deanery, and Diocesan Representative. The honor of President Emeritae was bestowed upon Mrs. Culmer earlier this year by the Reverend Denrick Rolle, rector of St. Agnes. Mrs. Leome Culmer passed away on Thursday May 1, 2014, and services were held at St. Agnes the following week. May God’s faithful servant rest in peace and light perpetual shine upon her.

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he Right Reverend Lloyd Allen, the third bishop of Honduras, spoke of the fight for equality throughout the Anglican Communion in his address during the 29th annual diocesan-wide Absalom Jones service. Allen is the first native-born Honduran to ascend to the Episcopacy in his homeland and he spoke of his journey to his current position. He equated parts of his succession to the life of Absalom Jones, the first African-American priest in the Episcopal church, wherein there is diversity but not necessarily unity. Allen said it was an honor to speak at the annual service and discussed the importance of keeping the spirit of Absalom Jones alive. He also mentioned taking over the Diocese of Honduras from his “friend Leo” when Bishop Frade was elected bishop of the Diocese of South-

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Holy Eucharist during the service

east Florida in 2000. While crediting his predecessor with increasing membership in the country, Allen talked about continuing the work begun and making greater strides toward self-sufficiency. The spirited service, which took place at the Church of the Incarnation in Miami, included singing from St. Cecilia’s choir. The approximately 200 attendees represented a wide cross-section of the diocese and all were invited to attend a luncheon sponsored by the Theodore

R. Gibson chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians. Bishop Allen was presented with special gift at the UBE event to commemorate his years of service and participation in the Absalom Jones service, as well as Bishop Frade. Broward Dean, the Very Rev. Earl Henry was also honored on the 35th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood and Archdeacon Fritz Bazin was congratulated and acknowledged on his honorary canonization by the Diocese of Haiti earlier this year. Spring/Summer 2014

NEWS & VIEWS

The Big Class “Living a Spirit-Filled Life”

Fr. Albert Cutîe

By Chris Yaw, Founder, ChurchNext

his Pentecost anyone with Internet access and a computer or tablet can get free instruction on how to live a Spirit-filled life, in a free class that invites online learners to “listen in” on an open conversation about how the Holy Spirit meets us today. Registration is free and the class will run from June 8-15. Father Albert Cutie, New York Times bestselling author, talk show host, and a priest in the Diocese of Southeast Florida, will teach “The Big Class,” a program of ChurchNext Online Christian Learning. The course will expand on Fr. Cutie’s books and sermons that focus on how we bring God into our everyday lives. Fr. Cutie will also moderate the course and answer online questions during the week of The Big Class. Participants can take the class anytime during the week at churchnext. tv. The course will take 45 minutes to complete and need not be taken in one sitting. No special software is required. Organizational materials will be available May 26 for congregations who wish to take the class together. Throughout Living a Spirit-Filled Life students are encouraged to think about and experience the Holy Spirit and its meaning for their lives. “We are living in one of the most anxious times in history,” writes Fr. Cutie. “Dramatic chang14

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es are everywhere – technology, communications, relationships – and the pace of this change has many of us reeling in anxiety. This means many of us find it difficult to find God, even though we know God is there. A Spirit-filled life is the life in which we can let go and let God.” The Big Class will help Christians deepen their commitment to follow the Spirit and proclaim the love of God in their lives and communities. This course builds on the successes of previous Big Classes. In January, more than 3,000 students from 30 countries signed up to take How to Be a Crazy Christian with Bishop Michael Curry. The Big Class is a worldwide initiative in open online learning for all who want to go further in their walk with Christ and is free to everyone, everywhere, thanks to the support of Bexley Seabury, The Episcopal Church, The Episcopal Diocese of Southeast Florida, Logos Bible Software, and Forward Movement. ChurchNext creates online Christian learning experiences to invigorate lives and congregations. Along with our partners we are devoted to helping people grow in their Christian faith, improve their lives, and better the world. Learn more at http://www.churchnext.tv.

1. Acolytes model the vestments worn by clergy in the Holy Threads workshop of the 2014 Acolyte Festival. 2. Confirmands at the diocesan-wide confirmation. 3. Motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day event at the Lion Country Safari in West Palm Beach. Clergy spouses: Cheryl Faulstich, Diana Frade, and Annabelle Hobbs. 4. At the annual Blessing of the Fleet, Bethesda-bythe-Sea Priest Associate Kate Kelderman and other clergy say a prayer over the passing ships. 5. Self portraits by the students at Centro. 6. Sermon given by the Rev. Grey Maggiano, Assistant Priest at Trinity Cathedral, Miami. Acolyte Andrew Walker models proper acolyte technique. 7. Acolytes pause during the Acolyte Festival for a photo. 8. Nehemiah Retreat participants at the Schofield Chapel of the Duncan Conference Center in Delray Beach.

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YOUTH

By Pamela Sahdev

New Beginnings #4

A Life-Changing Weekend

ew Beginnings #4 was held at The Chapel of St. Andrew in Boca Raton March 7-9, 2014. There were 37 participants, and 20 team members representing three of our six deaneries. The Reverend Charles Browning, Priest-in-Charge at The Chapel, was the spiritual director and Pamela Sahdev, Broward Deanery Youth Coordinator, was the Adult Weekend Advisor. The Junior Weekend Advisor was Savannah Bayer, a high school senior from St. Mary Magdalene, Coral Springs. WHAT IS NEW BEGINNINGS WEEKNEND? New Beginnings is a weekend retreat for Junior High youth focusing on the two greatest commandments: loving God with all of our heart, mind, and strength: and loving our neighbors as ourselves. The event is a unique experience designed specifically to respond to the needs and concerns of

Junior High youth. A team of youth and adults from around the diocese lead the retreat. WHAT HAPPENS ON NEW BEGINNINGS WEEKEND? There is a series of talks given by both youth and adults, skits, songs and small group discussions and activities. These presentations focus on life subjects, God’s love, prayer, the Church and specifically “Who is Jesus?”. In addition, there is time for fun, creating, and sharing, as participants not only learn and grow, but also have a wonderful time. The highlights New Beginnings #4 weekend included a moonlight “Stations of the Cross” and the Bishop’s visit where the youth played “Quiz the Bishop” asking him anything they wanted alternating between serious and funny questions. If you are interested in New Beginnings weekend, stay tuned! The next retreat will be held in March of 2015.

Youth Retreat Helps Teens Engage in the World Around Them

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By Kelee Shilling

hat do you believe?” That was the question Andy Braner posed to 38 teens who participated in the Revolution youth retreat at St. Mark’s, Palm Beach Gardens, in February. The Revolution weekend retreat took teens through a series of conversations to lead them along a journey of self discovery. The final destination of that journey would hopefully lead teens to answers to tough questions. Some of the most difficult questions were about what teens believe, why they believe it, and how they can put their beliefs into every day action. The program, Revolution: Believe, Behave, and Belong, was facilitated by Braner, a world-renowned author and speaker. Prior to the retreat, Braner held an adult forum to talk about issues facing today’s teens. His talk opened with insights from his book, Alone-Finding Connection in a Lonely World, where he exposed the irony that our most technologically “available” generation feels intensely isolated and alone. Even though teens are connected with a variety of social media tools, they face a growing inability to relate to people at a human level. As today’s youth move from high school through their post high school years, many often reject their faith and what they have been taught growing up. This is particularly trou-

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blesome for parents who have raised their children in the church and have invested in a Christian education and upbringing. Close to 80% of college freshman who claim to be Christian will walk away from Christianity by the time they are college seniors. The reason cited – they rejected Christianity because they no longer believed it to be true, and they had intellectual doubt that could not be resolved by the Christians in their lives. During the retreat, Braner offered St. Mark’s youth a fresh and exciting voice on faith. Even the students, who in the beginning did not want to be there, left the weekend with a profound curiosity to discover their own spiritual journey. “The weekend was great! It was good to spend time with my friends and hear the speaker, Andy Braner,” said student Mason Turner. “Hearing his interesting stories helped me to understand the Bible better and got me thinking about what I believe.” “It was a great way to get our youth thinking about their faith and beliefs,” said Dave Stankiewicz, St. Mark’s youth director. “We will continue to explore their faith in our weekly youth group discussions.” For more information about Andy Braner, check out his website at www.andybraner.com.

YOUNG ADULTS St. Joseph’s Middle School Students Celebrate Nation Pi Day

Students celebrating Pi Day with PIES in the face for their teachers. (L to R) Kyle Aubrey (5th Grade Teacher), Tami Pleasanton, Head of School, Mary Jean Michaelson & Kathy Reese, Middle School Math Teacher

“Pi Day is worth a pie in the face!”

iddle school students at Saint Joseph’s School in Boynton Beach celebrated National Pi Day with a special event that “sweetened” the learning process! Pi Day is celebrated on March 14 around the world. Pi (Greek letter “π”) is the symbol used in mathematics to represent a constant. The constant is the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter, which is approximately 3.14159. To make Pi Day learning more hands-on, the Middle School math department hosted a “pie in the face celebration.” Students were invited to purchase pies to throw in their math teacher’s face in support of National Pi Day festivities. The event raised funds to purchase scientific calculators and an iPad for the math department.

Protect, Process, and Preach By Roger Villatoro, Vice President of the Youth Commission

he annual acolyte festival was hosted, by Grace Church in West Palm Beach, on April 5, 2014. With over 350 attendees, the festival is consistently the highest attended youth event in the Diocese of Southeast Florida. It is a day for the acolytes of the diocese to learn more about their duties as faithful servants of God, as well as accepting honors bestowed for the hard work they do all year. This year, the processional (one of the highlights of the event) welcomed the sights and sounds of the energetic drummers of Grace Church. The celebrant for the day was Bishop Leo Frade, and the sermon was given by the Reverend Gray Maggiano, of Trinity Cathedral, Miami. Father Grey admitted to having his own challenges during

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his acolyte days, but he explained the acolytes three main duties: to protect, to process, and to preach. The service beautifully ended with a performance of the liturgical dancers from St. Christopher’s in West Palm Beach. Overall it was very enjoyable and a learning experience for all of the acolytes.

The day continued with informative workshops which were lead by clergy and youth leaders of the diocese. The workshops were “Holy Threads” (led by the Reverend Bernard Pecaro), “Holy Smokes” (led by Maceo Brown), “Making Anglican Prayer Beads” (Deacon Carol Carson Hull), and “Creating Palm Crosses” (youth leaders at Grace Church). Grace also hosted an after party where the acolytes fellowshipped and played various games. Once again, this year’s event was a success of which the acolytes of our diocese enjoyed. They learned new things about being an acolyte and they were also able to meet new people and have a great time. The event will be hosted next year by St. Benedict’s in Plantation of Broward County. Spring/Summer 2014

PARISHES IN PROGRESS Archdeacon Fritz Bazin was recently installed as honorary canon at Cathedrale Sainte Trinité in Port-au-Prince, Haiti for his work and dedication on behalf of the Diocese of Haiti. This honor brings him full circle, as he was ordained at the same cathedral in 1967.

People, Places & Progress

Congratulations Deacon Clelia Garrity was recently appointed as a volunteer Chaplain to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office. Being only one of three women chaplains in the group of 33 volunteers, Deacon Garrity is the only Episcopalian. Seven honorary canons were recently installed within the Diocese of Southeast Florida: The Rev. Canon Robert Taylor, Church of the Good Shepherd, Tequesta; The Rev. Canon Debra Maconaughey, St. Columba, Marathon; The Rev. Canon Marty Zlatic, St. Joesph’s, Boynton Beach; The Rev. Canon Mark Sims, St. Mary Magdalene, Coral Springs; The Rev. Canon Ronald Fox, St. Anne’s, Hallendale; The Rev. Canon Leonel Ortez, Holy Cross, Miami; and The Rev. Canon Donna Dambrot, Canon for Social Outreach. Bishop Leo Frade ordained seven candidates into the deaconate: The Reverend Jean Beniste; The Reverend Gregory Blackburn; The Reverend Mercedes Busto; The Reverend Alan Gellert; The Reverend Jorge P. Gutierrez; The Reverend Marcea Paul; and The Reverend S. Anthony Valovich. Transitions

The Reverend Mary Ellen Cassini has accepted the position of Chaplain at Palmer Trinity School for the 20142015 school year.

The Reverend Jack Stanton recently accepted the call as Priest-inCharge at Church of the Epiphany, Miami Lakes. Kris Charlton, Head of School at St. Thomas, Coral Gables, announced her plans to retire at the end of the school year in 2015. The Reverend Alberto Cutie has accepted the call as Priest-in-Charge of St. Benedict’s, Plantation, beginning fall 2014. The Reverend Bob Deshaies has announced his retirement, effective July 2014. The Reverend Canon Leonel Ortez and the congregation of Holy Cross, Miami will now call the campus of Church of the Resurrection home. Deaths

The Reverend Canon William Brace, who passed away on March 15, 2014 The Reverend Shedrick E. Gilbert, who passed away on February 8, 2014.   The Reverend Terence Harris, who passed away on January 10, 2014 The Reverend Thomas T. Pittenger, II who passed away on January 5, 2014. The Reverend Miguel A. Restrepo who passed away on November 9, 2013. PLACES & PROGRESS The Vietnam Traveling Memorial Wall, a part of the Vietnam and All Veterans of Brevard (VVB) County made a stop in Islamorada in April. The Reverend Tom Graff of St. James the Fisherman participated in the opening ceremony and the final benediction a few days later. The wall is a scale of the Vietnam Memorial in Washington, DC. It stands six feet tall at the center and covers almost 300 feet from end to end. 18

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The Sanctuary in the City

By Altoria White, Editor

PARISH PROFILE

St. Bernard de Clairvaux St. Bernard and the Monastery have been attracting visitors for years due to the history, beauty and picturesque nature of the campus. However, most parishioners attend St. Bernard because they enjoy the church family—not what the building itself has to offer. Both the current Junior and Senior Warden of

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The grounds of the Ancient Spanish Monastery.

ome call it a hidden gem, some a sanctuary in the middle of the city, but a group of North Miami Episcopalians simply call it home. St. Bernard de Clarivaux and the Ancient Spanish Monastery have deep roots in the Miami community; the roots almost as deep as the many tall oaks that surround the campus. Utilized today for just about everything from the weekly Eucharist, a backdrop for music videos, or weddings, St. Bernard began as a small parish in building size and numbers, but thrives toady with an average Sunday attendance of around 250. The history of the Spanish Monastery dates back to the 12th century when it was built in the year 1133 in the town of Sacramenia in Segovia, Spain. During a period of civil unrest in the 1830s, the Monastery was all but completely destroyed. It sat empty for over 100 years until William Randolph Hurst purchased the building in 1923, dismantled it piece by piece and transported to the United States. Once in the U.S., Hurst could not afford to build in the city of New York, so it was purchased from Hurst by entrepreneurs Raymond Moss and William Edgemon. The men then reassembled the building on the current site of West Dixie Highway in North Miami Beach. The parish of St. Bernard de Clairvaux, originally named Christ Episcopal, which was about a mile away, was then moved to the property of the Monastery. It officially became a parish of the Diocese of Southeast Florida in 1963.

ed at the table, whether that’s linguistic, racial, or socioeconomic, all are represented at the table,” states Fr. Mansfield. “Our vestry, is similar to our parish: 1/3 African-American, 1/3 Caucasian, and 1/3 Hispanic. It’s organic. There are no labels here—people actually resist it. They say ‘I’m me and I’ve got a story. Don’t put a label on it.’ I love that about our congregation.” Junior Warden Joan J. James echo’s that sentiment. “ The culture as well as the diversity makes St. Bernard the warm, welcoming parish that it is.” James has been a member of the church for over 30 years and she has held just about every position at St. Bernard that a layperson can attain. “I’ve been an usher, teller, signer, counter, lector, a member of the ECW, and vestry secretary…just to name a few,” she laughs. She has also seen the parish grow and change over the years, and can truly attest to the leadership of Fr. Mansfield. Both James and Burgess are comfortable with his leadership. They say the church’s success over the past few years, including the growth is a testament to his leadership. Burgess comments, “He is an inspiration to all.” Moving forward, in the years to come, the goal is to complete the immediate tasks set before them, as well as reviewing long-term goals, such as the growth, and how to account for that. They all agree that if growth is their largest problem, that’s something they can handle—together.

Senior Warden Robert Burgess, Junior Warden Joan J. James, and the Rev. Dr. Greg Mansfield.

St. Bernard have been members for several years. Robert Burgess, the Senior Warden arrived seven years ago from another parish. “The chapel, the people, and the clergy made my decision to join the church. It’s a wonderful place to be,” commented Burgess. In his seven years at St. Bernard he has seen the parish grown under the leadership of the Rev. Dr. Greg Mansfield, current Rector, and the Rev. Canon Ronald Fox, the previous Rector. “The events and wedding side of the church have always been here, but have truly grown over the past few years. We now have a surplus to afford to fix up the church on a cash basis, which is a blessing,” says Burgess; something that was admittedly a struggle in the past. The Rev. Canon Ronald Fox arrived at St. Bernard in the late 1990s until he was called to St. Anne’s in Hallendale 2010. The Spanish service (12:15 on Sundays) began under his leadership. The Rev. Dr. Greg Mansfield first arrived at St. Bernard on Palm Sunday 2010. The diversity at St. Bernard mirrors greatly the diversity of the Diocese of Southeast Florida. “I don’t think there is any group that is not represent-

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YOUTH EVENTS & MEETING June 14, 2014 Youth Convention Holy Sacrament, Pembroke Pines Cost: $15 September 19 - 21, 2014 Happening #33 St. Joseph’s, Boyton Beach Cost: $60 Team: $30 December 13, 2014 Christmas Ball St. Stephen’s, Coconut Grove Cost: $15

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