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MAKE WAY FOR THE KING

On Palm Sunday, we celebrate the “King of Kings” and the start of Holy Week.

IN LOVING SERVICE

The Orange Catholic Foundation’s annual Conference on Business and Ethics honors local leaders.

RECIPE SWAP

Colcannon, or traditional Irish mashed potatoes, is a perfect dish to make for St. Patrick’s Day.

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AROUND OUR DIOCESE

BY STAFF

ST. JOSEPH’S DAY AND THE RETURN OF THE SWALLOWS

The annual tradition celebrating when the swallows returned to Mission San Juan Capistrano takes place on Tuesday, March 19 (St. Joseph’s Day) from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Mission.

The day begins with the ringing of the historic Mission bells at 9 a.m. followed by a fun day of learning and family activities including Mariachi and Flamenco performances, Native American basket weaving demonstrations and more.

Swallows Day originated with the springtime arrival of migrating cliff swallows at the Mission San Juan Capistrano in the early 1920s. Fr. John O’Sullivan

told the swallows they were welcome at Mission San Juan Capistrano and would be protected there.

A Mass in honor of St. Joseph will be celebrated at 8:30 a.m. at the Basilica. For more information, visit https://www.missionsjc.com/

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The Diocese of Orange, through OC Catholic newspaper, presents local, national and world news about the Catholic Church. Our intention is to give our readers access to a variety of perspectives in order to help them to process the information within the framework of our Catholic faith, but also to better understand the perspectives of those with opposing viewpoints. We hope that ultimately our readers will be better equipped to have constructive conversations that further the growth of the Catholic Church.

Threads of Our Lives

All women of the diocese are invited to join us on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 for our Lenten Retreat presented by the Sisters devoted to the Sacred Heart and featuring Fr. Christopher Heath presiding over Mass. Our theme, “Come with Me, pray with Me”, is inspired by Jesus’ words in Matthew 26:41 and will lead us through the triduum just in time for Holy Week. Don’t miss out on this sacred time with the Orange Diocesean Council of Catholic Women.

Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm

Donation: $50:00

Includes continental breakfast and catered lunch Heart of Jesus Retreat Center

2927 S. Greenville St., Santa Ana, CA 92704

THE RETURN OF THE SWALLOWS CELEBRATION IS AN ANNUAL EVENT AT MISSION SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO. PHOTO BY JOSHUA SUDOCK/DIOCESE OF ORANGE

PHOTO BY JOSHUA SUDDOCK/DIOCESE OF ORANGE

OFFERTORY TABLE

Donor: Donald R. Alves in memory of Patricia A. Alves. The offertory table holds the ciborium, chalice, bread and wine which are brought to the altar during Mass and the Presentation of the Gifts. C

“ Never stop seeking the light amid whatever darkness.”

— Pope Francis

SAINT PROFILE

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

MONDAY

DN 13:1-9, 15-17, 19-30, 33-62 OR 13:41C-62; 23:13A, 3B-4, 5, 6; JN 8:1-11

TUESDAY 2 SM 7:4-5A, 12-14A, 16; 89:2-3, 4-5, 27 & 29; ROM 4:13, 16-18, 22; MT 1:16, 18-21, 24A

WEDNESDAY

DN 3:14-20, 9192, 95; DN 3:52, 53, 54, 55, 56; JN 8:31-42

PATRICK

C. 389-461

THE PATRON OF IRELAND, this bishop was born in Roman Britain, kidnapped at 16 by Irish raiders and sold into slavery in Ireland. He was a lonely shepherd for six years before escaping and returning home. But his dream of converting the Irish pagans propelled him to priestly studies in Gaul (now France), and about 432 Pope Celestine I consecrated him bishop and sent him to Ireland. For nearly 30 years he preached tirelessly, made countless converts, founded monasteries and established the primatial see at Armagh. Toward the end of his life he made a 40-day retreat in Mayo that gave rise to the famous ongoing Croagh Patrick pilgrimages. Stories of him using the shamrock to explain the Trinity and driving snakes from the island are legend.

THURSDAY

GN 17:3-9; 105:4-5, 6-7, 8-9; JN 8:51-59

FRIDAY

JER 20:10-13; 18:23A, 3BC-4, 5-6, 7; JN 10:31-42

SATURDAY

EZ 37:21-28;

JEREMIAH 31:10, 11-12ABCD, 13; JN 11:45-56

SUNDAY

MK 11:1-10; IS 50:4-7; 22:8-9, 1718, 19-20, 23-24; PHIL 2:6-11; MK 14:1—15:47

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LISTENING AND DISCERNING TOGETHER: A FRUITFUL EVENING IN FULLERTON

BY FR. WILLIAM GOLDIN AND KATIE DAWSON

AS READERS OF THESE pages will recall from last week’s article on the Synod on Synodality, we are truly blessed in the Diocese of Orange to be fully active participants in the global process of listening and discernment that has been underway in earnest since 2021.

In our previous article, we described the first of the two additional Synodal listening sessions mandated by the Holy See and promulgated by Bishop Vann, and in this article, we are delighted to share some of the contributions from that second session, held on March 11 at St. Mary’s Church in Fullerton.

“The church sometimes seems like a business … the office is only open during office hours.”

“The church needs to go out to the people, not wait for people to come.”

“Baptized Catholics need a strong announcement of the Good News!”

“Through discovering the church as our true mother, we have seen many miracles.”

“When you know the priest, and the priest knows you, we will feel more as if we are being taken care of as sheep by a shepherd.”

“We need more priests.”

“Catechism [should] start in the home to build a foundation for the children.”

“We need to have mercy for each other ...”

FR. WILLIAM GOLDIN (LEFT) LISTENS AS A SPEAKER ADDRESSES PARTICIPANTS OF THE FINAL SYNODAL LISTENING SESSION FOR THE DIOCESE OF ORANGE HELD ON MARCH 11 AT ST. MARY’S IN FULLERTON. PHOTOS BY IAN TRAN/DIOCESE OF ORANGE

A SPIRITED DISCUSSION TOOK PLACE DURING THE FINAL SYNODAL LISTENING SESSION FOR THE DIOCESE OF ORANGE HELD ON MARCH 11 IN FULLERTON.

MAKE WAY FOR THE KING

BY SISTER DIANE HEISS, SDSH

N“It seems like some of today’s priests take their vocation more like a profession, not a sense of giving up their lives for God’s people – a vocation –it’s 24/7.”

“On the other hand, there are also priests that do care about their sheep and are accessible when they’re needed, even late at night …”

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With men and women of various ages and backgrounds in attendance, we experienced a vibrant and spirited discussion, and we learned from each other about the meaning of our “common journey” of faith in the body of Christ, the Church. C

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ext Sunday - Palm Sunday of the Passion of the Lord - we celebrate the “King of Kings” at the start of Holy Week, as Jesus enters Jerusalem to accomplish His Paschal Mystery for the salvation of humanity. All four Gospels (Mt. 21:1–11; Mk.11: 1–11; Lk. 19: 28 – 38; Jn. 12: 1215) recount the triumphal entry of Jesus into Jerusalem, with the crowd shouting “Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, the king of Israel,” cutting palm fronds, waving them and tossing them at his feet as Jesus rode by on a colt that had never been ridden before.

About 500 years prior, the prophet Zechariah had proclaimed: “Rejoice heartily, O daughter Zion, shout for joy, O daughter Jerusalem! See, your king shall come to you; a just savior is He, meek, and riding on an ass, on a colt, the foal of an ass” (Zec. 9:9), thus foretelling Jesus’ humility and peaceful mission. How ironic and heartbreaking that this same crowd who was praising Jesus would, a mere five days later, be shouting “crucify Him, crucify Him” at Pilate’s tribunal on Good Friday, even after Pilate proclaimed Jesus’ innocence.

Jesus, although the King of Kings, did not claim an earthly kingdom; in fact, when questioned by Pontius Pilate, He responded, “My kingdom does not belong to this world” (Jn 18:36) because if it did, His people would be fighting to liberate Him. At the same time, He acknowledged that He was king, and came into the world to testify to the truth.

The previous weeks of Lent have been a time for prayer, penance and good

works, as we tried to detach our hearts from lesser loves and fasten them on Jesus, the greatest of all loves. As Holy Week commences with Palm Sunday, we are urged to join Jesus in the final week of His life, as He continues His work of redemption through His passion, death, resurrection and ascension. It was not necessary for Jesus to suffer such an unspeakable agony and death; God could have chosen a multitude of other ways of saving us. However, this was the way He chose, demonstrating the seriousness of sin and the depth of His infinite love for each of us. During Holy Week we cele-

brate the Last Supper/first Mass on Holy Thursday; Jesus’ crucifixion, death and burial on Good Friday; and His resurrection from the dead on Easter Sunday. May we truly accompany Jesus as He gives His life for us.

FOR YOUR FAMILY :

■ Attend Palm Sunday Mass together.

■ Read the accounts of Palm Sunday from the four Gospels.

■ After Mass, weave your palm leaves into a cross; a tutorial is available online.

■ Research how diverse cultures celebrate Palm Sunday.

■ Provide a treat of Hot Cross Buns.

■ Make “Palm Sundaes” and enjoy! C

PALM PROCESSION AT ST. ANNE’S CATHOLIC CHURCH IN SANTA ANA IN 2023. PHOTO BY IAN TRAN/DIOCESE OF ORANGE

A YOUNG MAN SPEAKS TO PARTICIPANTS DURING THE DIOCESE’S FINAL SYNODAL LISTENING SESSION HELD ON MARCH 11.

IN LOVING SERVICE

ORANGE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION HOSTS ITS CONFERENCE ON BUSINESS AND ETHICS

BY LOU PONSI

THE ORANGE CATHOLIC Foundation’s Conference on Business and Ethics celebrates business leaders, philanthropists, corporations and educators who use their Catholic faith as the guiding principle in their work.

Held Feb. 28 at the J.W. Marriott Hotel in Anaheim, the conference also serves as a fundraiser for the Diocese of Orange Catholic Schools Fund and School Tuition Assistance Endowment.

The 21st annual conference raised just over $1million, which will be used to make a Catholic education accessible to all families regardless of their financial means.

“Many parents in our Diocese want to send their children to Catholic schools,

but we know it is impossible for them,” said Fr. Angelos Sebastion, Vicar General and Moderator of the Curia for the Diocese of Orange and pastor at St. Kilian Catholic Church in Mission Viejo.

“Some of us are fortunate, while others are not. Imagine a future where every Catholic parent would be able to send their children to Catholic school. Is that future possible? It’s a question to you.”

Diocese of Orange Catholic Schools educate more than 17,000 students from preschool through high school, said Dr. Erin Barisano, Superintendent of Catholic Schools in the Diocese of Orange.

The pillars of those schools are always Catholic identity and faith formation and every aspect of school operations stem from that perspective, the superintendent said.

“Catholic schools are places where young people are known and they are loved,” Dr. Barisano said. “They are affirmed in the love of Christ every single day. They are known not only to one another, to themselves and to their peers, but to their Lord who created them in His image.”

Bishop Kevin Vann presented the Bishop’s Award for Exemplary Business Integrity to Mike Merchant, founder and chief executive officer of Codazen, a digital innovation and engineering consulting firm in Irvine, and Laura Ramos, chief executive at Providence St. Jude Medical Center.

Honorees are recognized for demonstrating ethical practices in their busi-

ness and personal lives.

Ramos graduated from Rosary High School where she was taught by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange.

She serves on the Providence St. Jude Community Benefit Committee which supports and provides funding which support programs for homeless and medically underserved individuals, food banks, seniors, schools and mental health initiatives.

Ramos and her husband Gene are parishioners at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Placentia, where their four children attended school.

Prior to her current role, Ramos had served as the hospital’s chief operating

FR. MIKE SCHMITZ ADDRESSES ATTENDEES OF THE ORANGE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION’S CONFERENCE ON BUSINESS AND ETHICS HELD ON FEB. 28 AT THE J.W. MARRIOTT HOTEL IN ANAHEIM.

THE ORANGE CATHOLIC FOUNDATION’S PHILANTHROPY TEAM TAKES TO THE STAGE DURING THE FOUNDATION’S ANNUAL CONFERENCE ON BUSINESS AND ETHICS HELD ON FEB. 28. PHOTOS COURTESY OF LISA RENEE

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officer, chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services.

She also built a Magnet-recognized nursing team that is among national leaders in certification and advanced education.

“It has been an honor to play a role in seeing St. Jude’s mission and ministry succeed, whether earning a spot as one of America’s top 100 hospitals in overall quality or creating a comprehensive medical clinic in an underserved community, one that offers free and subsidized care to thousands of families,” Ramos said. “The guiding principles of the Sisters of St. Joseph created, when they opened the doors to this new hospital is one of purpose and bringing dignity to the vulnerable. This has been a privilege to help sustain.”

Over his 25-year career, Mike Merchant has played a significant role in the development of hundreds of digital practices and software applications.

The business leader has also been engaged in the launch of Kaiser Permanente’s electronic medical record software, oculus.com for Oculus VR, Instagram’s Family Center and was Kelley Blue Book’s Price Advisor.

Merchant and his wife of 20 years, Angela, are active in their parish, Holy Trinity Catholic Church, where they have been involved with high school ministry, vacation bible school and the revival of a youth-led Mass.

The couple’s four children have attended Orange County Catholic schools through elementary and high school.

The Merchants also serve as volunteers and donors for tuition assistance

programs at Santa Margarita Catholic High School and St. Junipero Serra High School.

“I know that those Catholic school principles that I learned from my parents, my faith and my wife … those are what have led me to success,” Merchant said.

The 2024 Farmers & Merchant Lifetime Achievement Award, given to those who make a significant contribution to the Orange County community and beyond, went to the Croul Family Foundation.

The foundation’s mission is to support Orange County organizations that participate in improving educational outcomes for students in kindergarten through twelfth grade.

The nonprofit also supports organizations that help the homeless and eco-

nomically disadvantaged individuals in the county.

Fr. Michael Schmitz, widely known for his “Bible in a Year” and “Catechism in a Year” podcasts was the keynote speaker for the conference.

Also known for his weekly homilies streamed on iTunes and bulldogCatholic.org, Fr. Schmitz is the director of Youth and Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Duluth, Minnesota.

Fr. Schmitz’s talk focused the Christian perspective on work and careers.

Next year’s Orange Catholic Foundation’s Conference on Business and Ethics will be held on March 19, 2025. Featured guest will be Jim Wahlberg, the executive director of the Mark Wahlberg Youth Foundation. To learn more about the Orange County Catholic Foundation, visit https://orangecatholicfoundation.org/ C

BISHOP VANN WITH MIKE MERCHANT, RECIPIENT OF THE 2024 BISHOP’S AWARD. PHOTOS COURTESY OF LISA RENEE

BISHOP KEVIN VANN AND LAURA RAMOS, CHIEF EXECUTIVE AT PROVIDENCE ST. JUDE MEDICAL CENTER, WHO RECEIVED THE 2024 BISHOP’S AWARD.

POONG HESUS NAZARENO

BY DANIELLE TAYABAS

VIVA POONG HESUS Nazareno!

They came with personal intentions and petitions for themselves and others. Some sought miracles of healing, conversion of loved ones, strength and help in their struggles — but above all — love for the Lord and gratitude for His presence.

On Friday, March 1, the Christ Cathedral was overflowing with devoted Filipinos and people of faith to venerate the Poong Hesus Nazareno (Jesus of Nazareth) also known as the Black Nazarene.

They flowed into the cathedral for Mass that was presided over by Bishop Kevin Vann, who was vibrant with joy and is a close friend of the Filipino community.

Hundreds gathered outside the cathedral’s Cultural Center to see and touch the life-size replica carved in wood of the suffering Christ fallen on one knee and bearing the weight of the cross. Devotees prayed and took pictures of the holy image that was gifted to the Diocese of Orange by a woman in the Philippines who was miraculously healed of cancer through the intercession of the Black Nazarene.

As a sign of veneration, devotees touched a maroon colored panyolito (handkerchief) with the Poong Hesus image and novena prayer inscribed on it in yellow and wiped the foot of the sacred statue.

The procession began with trumpet blasts and songs were sung in honor of Hesus Nazareno. The rosary was prayed aloud as the faith filled crowd meditated on the sorrowful mysteries.

Gina Quiniano, a parishioner from St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church in Huntington Beach, exclaimed numerous times during Mass, “The bishop is

singing!” as she and others were deeply touched to see Bishop Vann joyfully leading the congregation in prayer.

Fr. Peter Lavin, AM, superior of the Alagad ni Maria, known as the Disciples of Mary Religious Community and spiritual advisor to the San Jose Filipino Ministry, was instrumental in bringing the Poong Hesus to Orange. He gave a most passionate and booming homily in “Taglish” (Tagalog and English). He shared that the greatest miracles he has witnessed are conversions of hearts, “people changing their lives” with the help of the Lord.

“Together He is with us in all through our trials and experiences in life,” said Fr. Peter.

He spoke of “the instrument of love” and the cross.

“Together, to ease our burden, brothers and sisters, especially those who are depressed, those who are suffering…the Lord is always with us.”

Fr. Peter expressed his gratitude to Bishop Kevin Vann who has been to Quiapo Church in Manila where a replica of the image has been enshrined since Jan. 9, 1767.

The bishop witnessed the great devotion that the Filipino people have for the Black Nazarene and welcomed the opportunity to have an image locally in Orange.

The original image made of dark mesquite wood and was brought to the Philippines by the Augustinian Recollect Missionaries in 1606 is enshrined in the

ON MARCH 1, CHRIST CATHEDRAL WELCOMED THE POONG HESUS NAZARENO (JESUS OF NAZARETH) ALSO KNOWN AS THE BLACK NAZARENE. PHOTOS BY EVERETT JOHNSON/DIOCESE OF ORANGE

A PROCESSION WITH THE VISITING POONG HESUS NAZARENO TOOK PLACE MARCH 1 ON THE CHRIST CATHEDRAL CAMPUS.

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Recoletos Church in Intramuros.

On Jan. 9, the annual feast day, millions of devotees gather to participate in the procession called the “Traslacion” (the transfer of the image) of the Black Nazarene in which a replica statue is carried through Manila.

“I am aware that millions of Filipinos have a deep devotion and love for Poong Hesus Nazareno,” said Ike Quiaoit, chair of the Diocese of Orange San Jose Filipino Ministry.

“But I never imagined that the exact replica of the 400-plus year old image from Quiapo Church in Manila would come and stay permanently in the Diocese of Orange, thanks to Fr. Peter Lavin and the clergy of Alagad Ni Maria. I consider it a tremendous blessing to be a part of the Diocese of Orange San Jose Filipino Ministry which is responsible for bringing our Poon not just to Filipino Catholics in Southern California but to all people of faith who wish to know Him.”

The Poong Hesus has also touched the lives of others who are not of Filipino descent, including Debbie and Matt Haag, owners of St. Joseph Catholic Books & Gifts in Anaheim.

Years ago, a Filipino customer gifted Debbie with a statue of the Black Nazarene in thanksgiving for her father, Joseph France’s service in the 115th Battalion of the “Seabees” during World War II.

“They put in roads, ports and docks in Subic Bay near Manila,” said Debbie

Haag. “He was part of the invasion force to free Lingayen Gulf in the Philippines (1943-1945). The memory that my dad was there, and now I have Him (Jesus) here for our customers to come in and venerate if they want to.”

If parishes are interested in hosting the Poong Hesus Nazareno, please email inter-parish-coordinators@dosjfm.org

To stay up-to-date with Poong Hesus Nazareno, join the online community on Facebook: Diocese of Orange San Jose Filipino Ministry Group. C

THE FILIPINO PEOPLE HAVE A DEEP LOVE AND DEVOTION TO THE POONG HESUS, DATING BACK TO THE 1600S. PHOTOS BY EVERETT JOHNSON/DIOCESE OF ORANGE

BISHOP KEVIN VANN CELEBRATED A SPECIAL MASS ON MARCH 1 AT CHRIST CATHEDRAL IN HONOR OF THE VISITING POONG HESUS NAZARENO.

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The 64th annual Swallows Day Parade and Mercado Street Fair will be held on Saturday, March 23 in downtown San Juan Capistrano. The day celebrates the return of the swallows to Mission San Juan Capistrano.

The parade features marching bands, beautifully decorated horse drawn carriages and more.

The parade begins at 11 a.m., streets close by 10 a.m. For more information, visit https://swallowsdayparade.org/

Start your Holy Week journey with the Chrism Mass at Christ Cathedral. This special service unites the community as our clergy renew their vows and Bishop Kevin Vann blesses the holy oils used throughout the year: the Oil of Sacred Chrism (for Baptism, Confirmation and Priest Ordination), the Oil of Catechumens (for those preparing for Baptism), and the Oil of the Sick (for anointing the ill).

The Chrism Mass will be celebrated on Monday, March 25 at 5:30 p.m. C

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BISHOP KEVIN VANN CELEBRATES THE CHRISM MASS AT CHRIST CATHEDRAL ON APRIL 3, 2023. PHOTO BY KAYLEE TOOLE/DIOCESE OF ORANGE

THE SWALLOWS DAY PARADE WILL BE HELD ON SATURDAY, MARCH 23 IN DOWNTOWN SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO. PHOTO BY IAN TRAN/DIOCESE OF ORANGE

OC CATHOLIC RECIPE SWAP COLCANNON

IN HONOR OF ST. Patrick’s Day, I’d like to share a festive mashed potatoes recipe called Colcannon. It’s relatively easy to prepare and makes a nice side dish.

Happy St. Patrick’s Day and Go mbeannaí Dia duit! (God Bless You!)

—Submitted by Patty Mahoney

INSTRUCTIONS

Boil potatoes in large pot until tender (test with fork); drain Sautee kale and cabbage in the butter until soft; add onion and let cook for about 1 minute more

Add the cream to the potatoes and mash well; then fold in the butter/greens mixture and the cheese

Add salt to taste

This dish is best served warm.

Enjoy! C

INGREDIENTS

2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut

6 tablespoons unsalted butter

1 ½ cups chopped kale

1 ½ cups chopped cabbage

1/3 cup green onions finely chopped

1 cup heavy cream (add more for desired consistency)

1 cup Irish cheddar cheese, shredded

1 tsp. seasoned salt (or to desired taste)

PHOTO COURTESY OF PATTY MAHONEY

Prayer to St. Joseph

To you, O blessed Joseph, do we come in our tribulation, and having implored the help of your most holy Spouse, we confidently invoke your patronage also.

Through that charity which bound you to the Immaculate Virgin Mother of God and through the paternal love with which you embraced the Child Jesus, we humbly beg you graciously to regard the inheritance which Jesus Christ has purchased by his Blood, and with your power and strength to aid us in our necessities.

O most watchful guardian of the Holy Family, defend the chosen children of Jesus Christ;

O most loving father, ward off from us every contagion of error and corrupting influence;

O our most mighty protector, be kind to us and from heaven assist us in our struggle with the power of darkness.

As once you rescued the Child Jesus from deadly peril, so now protect God’s Holy Church from the snares of the enemy and from all adversity; shield, too, each one of us by your constant protection, so that, supported by your example and your aid, we may be able to live piously, to die in holiness, and to obtain eternal happiness in heaven.

Amen.

— Pope Leo XIII, encyclical Quamquam pluries, 15 August 1889.

(The prayer can be found on the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops website, at https://www.usccb.org/prayers/prayer-st-joseph-after-rosary)