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Pentecost celebrates the birth of the Church and the arrival of the Holy Spirit.
Diocesan schools are doing more to assess and support mental health in students.
The local Knights of Columbus recently celebrated the annual event at the Speech and Language Development Center in Buena Park.
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Dear Brothers and Sisters in the Lord, and Friends All,
We are fast approaching Memorial Day, which is often thought of as the “official opening” of the summer season. However, there is a Faith aspect of which we should take note.
Memorial Day was first called “Decoration Day” and Veterans Day was called “Armistice Day.” These days are marked for us with symbols of Faith such as Mass and Processions. I especially want to thank Fr. Christopher Smith, who, when he was Rector of Christ Cathedral, helped to establish these important symbols of Faith there. These civil days carry with them religious and Faith meaning.
Memorial Day was originally called “Decoration Day” because families dec-
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“LOVE WITHOUT CONDEMNATION,” by Dallas Anderson, 1984. Located by the Cathedral Memorial Gardens on the Christ Cathedral campus.
This piece depicts Jesus Christ placing himself between a woman and the men who accuse her of adultery and are ready to condemn her.
Christ tells them, “Let the one who is without sin cast the first stone.” C
BORN INTO A DISTINGUISHED Polish family in Austria, Julia Maria entered an Ursuline convent in Poland at age 21, taking the name Maria Ursula of Jesus. She taught in a girls' school for 20 years, and in 1907 went to St. Petersburg to supervise a new school. Expelled from Russia at the beginning of World War I, she spent the war in Sweden and returned to Poland in 1920. In 1923, she founded the Ursulines of the Agonizing Heart of Jesus, known as Grey Ursulines. As the order expanded, the Vatican asked her to live in Rome, where she died. Grey Ursulines now minister in 12 countries. Ursula was canonized in 2003; her older sister, Blessed Maria Theresa Ledochowska, is also a foundress.”C
TUESDAY SIR 35:1-12; PS 50:5-6, 7-8, 14 AND 23; SEE MT 11:25; MK 10:28-31
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ZEP 3:14-18A; ROM
ISAIAH 12:2-3, 4BCD, 5-6; LK
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The time has come for all of us to endeavor to heal our society and our planet…
— Pope Francis
THE GOAL OF evangelization is to bring Jesus Christ to the world – and who better to get the word out than our young people?
To answer the call of the U.S. Bishops, who declared a three-year Eucharistic Revival in America that began in June 2022, the Diocese of Orange will host the I AM Eucharistic Congress at Christ Cathedral on Oct. 21.
In the months leading up to this great Revival, the Diocese’s Youth Ministry will hold several Eucharistic Pilgrimages to promote the event, build anticipation and bring awareness to its mission.
The first pilgrimage took place on May 13.
The 4-mile journey began at St. Edward the Confessor Catholic Church in Dana Point, proceeded to Mission Basilica Catholic Church in San Juan Capistrano and concluded at St. Timothy Catholic Church in Laguna Niguel.
Sam Kofoed, a sophomore at JSerra Catholic High School, who was recently confirmed, served as the cross bearer during the pilgrimage from St. Edward’s. He was joined by his parents.
The procession included an entourage of other young people, parents, church volunteers and Jesus Christ, as present in the Eucharist, which was carried in the monstrance.
Along the way, they sang, prayed and recited the Rosary in English and Spanish.
And at each church, another group of youngsters and adult volunteers took over and proceeded onto the next leg of the pilgrimage.
"It was really life changing,” Kofoed said. “It was really enjoyable to do.”
As is customary, the Eucharist was protected beneath a processional canopy,
held up on all four corners by poles carried by young parishioners.
"I loved it, just walking side by side with Jesus,” said St. Edward the Confessor parishioner Miguel Tiscareno, 18, who held a pole on one corner of the canopy. “It was a beautiful experience.”
Tiscareno also serves as a musician during Sunday Mass.
“I'm trying to grow my spiritual life more,” he said.
Adult volunteers wearing orange safety vests accompanied the procession and vehicles carrying first aid supplies followed.
Between the youngsters and adult volunteers, about 50 people took part in the day’s event.
The pilgrimage was organized by Laura Schuberg, coordinator of the Youth Ministry at the Diocese of Orange.
“As is the goal with all our ministries, our aim is to bring Christ to the world,” Schuberg said. “If we are going to have true Eucharistic Revival, we need to engage in a particular mission where we go beyond the doors of the Church and what group in the Church is more equipped to do something new, adventurous and exhausting? This is a project designed for our young people.”
But beyond serving the youth, Schuberg hopes the pilgrimage serves those who may have left the Church, stopped attending Mass or are doubting God’s presence.
“If Christ is truly present in the Eucharist, what could be more powerful than Him passing right by them?” Schuberg inquired.
Indeed, as the pilgrimage moved along sidewalks, some passing motorists
honked horns, pedestrians knelt and made the sign of the cross and one individual even joined the procession.
"It's beautiful,” said Veronica Kofoed, Sam’s mother. “It's community. It's being with the Eucharist and Jesus and you could feel His presence.”
When Mason Fredenberg, a youth minister at Edward the Confessor, was first made aware of the pilgrimage through an CONTINUES ON PAGE 7
email, he didn’t hesitate to organize a group of kids to participate.
“I was in immediately,” Fredenberg said. “The Eucharist is the center point of our faith. To have the opportunity for our team to literally walk with Christ through the streets of our community is an opportunity we shouldn't pass up.”
Going over the details for the second leg of the procession with the group at Mission Basilica, Schuberg reminded the participants about the sacred symbolism behind the pilgrimage.
“This is a spiritual pilgrimage meant to mirror our whole lives,” Schuberg said. “You are on a journey at every moment. You are on an ultimate journey towards Heaven and when we do a walking pilgrimage, it is symbolic of what that feels like for us, journeying together towards heaven, helping each other out, walking with each other.”
For Deacon Mike Stock who serves at St. Edward the Confessor, one of the more spirit-lifting parts of the pilgrimage was when the procession made its way through a park, away from the bustling sounds of the streets.
“It was really wonderful,” the deacon said. “It was like we were on a walk with Jesus, with the kids, with the high school students and the adults. “It was a great experience. Everyone loved it.” C
BY SR. DIANE HEISS, SDSH
DO YOU REMEMBER being invited to birthday parties when you were a child, or inviting friends to yours? What did you anticipate the most: gifts, cake, guests?
Today we celebrate an incredibly special birthday, one without invitations or birthday cake, but with a multitude of guests and special gifts. It is the birthday of the Church. In Acts 2: 1–14, 36–44 we read about the coming of the Holy Spirit on the first Pentecost, 50 days after Easter.
Often when people are invited to visit someone, they bring a hostess/host gift. What would happen if that gift were placed unopened in the back of a closet? Would it really have been accepted and appreciated? The Holy Spirit is certainly not outdone in generosity. The gifts of the Holy Spirit given at Pentecost and to each of us when we receive the Sacrament of Confirmation are wisdom, understanding, counsel, fortitude, knowledge, piety, and wonder and awe (fear of the Lord). What would happen if we did not accept and use any of these gifts?
Sometimes the Holy Spirit is considered the “forgotten” member of the Holy Trinity. We have an image of God the Father based on father figures in our lives, and since we have experiences of sons and brothers, we can more easily identify with Jesus the Son of God and our brother. It can be more challenging to form an image of a spirit.
There are many referenc es to the Holy Spirit throughout the Bible: Matthew 3:16-17 The Baptism of Jesus
and revelation of the Holy Trinity
Matthew 28:19 Jesus’ command to baptize in the name of the Holy Trinity
John 14:16-17 Jesus’ promise of the Holy Spirit
Confirmation is one of the Sacraments we receive only once since the Holy Spirit will always remain with us and is the completion of the three Sacraments of Initiation, along with Baptism and Eucharist. If you have already received these Sacraments, you might want to consider sharing the gift of your faith as a catechist or classroom assistant in the Religious Education program of your parish, or by praying for those who are serving in this capacity. If you are in high school and not yet registered to begin preparing for Confirmation, now is a good time to contact your parish for registration dates for the new course starting in September. If you are an adult wishing to be confirmed, it is also
time to call your local parish for further information.
■ Galatians 5:22–23 lists the Fruits of the Spirit. Spend quiet time in prayer asking the Holy Spirit’s help to remember the many ways that you have borne these fruits and give thanks.
■ Share with family or friends how you have seen each other living the Gifts and Fruits of the Spirit.
■ Prepare a birthday cake, perhaps in the shape of or decorated as a church, to celebrate this day and sing the “Happy Birthday” song with your children.
■ Make dove shaped sugar cookies, decorate and enjoy them.
■ Search online for patterns of how to make a Holy Spirit Mobile, including the Seven Gifts.
■ Find the Baptism dates for each family member and plan a special celebration.C
MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS is important for everyone, but it is especially crucial for young people, said Sharon St. Pierre, clinical director of New Hope Counseling Services, a program of Catholic Charities of Orange County.
St. Pierre cited statistics related to children’s mental health as presented by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), a national nonprofit that provides education and support services for individuals and families impacted by mental illness. NAMI has local chapters throughout California.
According to NAMI, one in six youth aged 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year.
Additionally, half of all mental health disorders develop by age 14, and 75% develop by age 24.
For this reason, Catholic Charities contracts with seven elementary schools within the Diocese of Orange to provide mental health services for children in transitional kindergarten through eighth grade.
New Hope Counseling Services currently serves St. Anne School and St. Barbara School in Santa Ana; Christ Cathedral Academy in Garden Grove; St. Irenaeus in Cypress; La Purísima School in Orange; St. Angela Merici School in Brea and St. Joseph School in Placentia.
Starting with the next academic year, St. Pierre and her staff will serve 10 diocesan schools.
New Hope uses university graduate students as interns.
The interns are registered with the Board of Behavioral Sciences and close to completing their graduate education in psychology, marriage and family therapy as well as social work.
Counselors spend 16 to 20 hours per week at the center, which includes 10 hours a week in each of the seven schools.
Each counselor carries a case load of 10
children at any given time, St. Pierre said.
The time working with a student can range from a few weeks to the entire academic year, the director said.
“It just depends on the challenge that the child has,” said St. Pierre, who has been working with Catholic Charites for nine years.
New Hope also provides training for teachers, so that they can spot signs exhibited by a child who could be struggling with a mental health issue and offer interventions.
Those issues could manifest in the form of emotional outbursts and decreased learning.
“For our teachers, it is a combination of what we do in individual therapy and also what can be applied in the classroom,” said St. Pierre.
The top issues impacting mental health
in children include: impact from divorce and separation of parents, grief and behavioral challenges such as with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity, St. Pierre said.
“Counselors do an assessment and determine what the goals will be and talk to the parents and teachers and come up with a treatment plan where we establish our goals to help the child,” St. Pierre said.
Counselor Elizabeth Sierra first came to New Hope as an intern, doing one-on-
one counseling sessions with adults and children.
Sierra found the work to be so fulfilling that she accepted a position as a counselor.
“It’s been the biggest blessing,” Sierra said. “The interactions that we get working one on one with individuals … We're here to support them but I always learn so much from them as well. It is really just the connections and the growth that I love
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 8 being able to be part of and watch and help encourage.”
Counselor Mercedes Flores also started as an intern before accepting a position at the center.
Flores’ work centers around helping children identify their emotions, which then helps them develop awareness prior to a potential outburst.
For the past two years, Floress has also collaborated with other counselors in leading a 20-week high school transition group for eighth-graders at St. Anne School in Santa Ana.
Designed to prepare students emotionally and organizationally for the challenges of high school, the pilot program covers topics that include self-awareness, self-esteem, time management, organizational skills, peer dynamics and family dynamics.
“The group positively impacts and shapes who they are as a person, their perception of themselves and their ability to perform and succeed in their school setting,” Flores said.
Pierre said they hope to bring the
program to more schools.
One reason Flores loves her work is because of the opportunity it provides to embrace her Catholic faith.
There are times the counselor prays with the children.
“My faith has carried me through and so I am happy just being able to transmit my faith to my clients in one way or another and also being able to pray with them,” Flores said. “Hopefully it strengthens their spirituality and supports their overall wellbeing.”
Counselors at the center do not have to be Catholic, but they do need to have an understanding and respect of Catholic faith and teachings, St. Pierre said.
For more information on counseling services, donate to their program visit https://ccoc.org/programs/mental-health-counseling-services/counseling-services or contact sstpierre@ccoc. org, 714-347-9625 C
REFLECTING UPON THE Eucharist evokes a sense of reverence and awe within me. It is a powerful symbol of Christ's selfless sacrifice, His ultimate act of love and redemption for humanity. The Eucharist reminds me of the depth of God's grace and mercy, as well as the profound unity it brings among believers.
One aspect that strikes me about the Eucharist is its ability to transcend time and space. As I enter into this sacrament, I join countless generations before me who have shared in this sacred act. It is a timeless connection, a thread that weaves through the tapestry of Christian history, linking us with those who came before and those who will come after.
In the Eucharist, I find both individual
and communal significance. On a personal level, it is a moment of introspection and self-examination. It calls me to reflect on my own life, my relationship with God, and my actions towards others. It serves as a reminder of the need for repentance, forgiveness, reconciliation and healing.
At the same time, the Eucharist unites the community of believers. It is a tangible expression of our shared faith, as we come together as one body of Christ. One of my greatest joys as superintendent is participating in school Masses with our Catholic school students. It is through the celebration of the Mass that we affirm our common bond and commitment to live out the teachings of Jesus. It transcends divisions and differences, fostering a sense of belonging and unity among believers of all ages and walks of life.
The Eucharist also carries a sense of nourishment and sustenance. Just as physi-
cal food nourishes our bodies, the Eucharist nourishes our souls. It provides spiritual sustenance, a source of strength and renewal in our journey of faith. It is a reminder that we are not alone but are sustained by the presence and grace of God.
Additionally, the Eucharist holds a profound mystery that defies full comprehension. It is a sacrament where the ordinary elements of bread and wine become vehicles of the divine presence. While my rational mind may struggle to fully grasp this mystery, my heart embraces it with faith and wonder.
Ultimately, the Eucharist is an invitation to encounter the living Christ. It invites me to enter into a deeper relationship with God, to experience His love and grace in a tangible way. It beckons me to draw near with humility, gratitude, and a desire for transformation.
As I reflect on the Eucharist, I am hum-
bled by the magnitude of its significance. It is a sacrament that encompasses the core of our Christian faith: love, sacrifice, unity and divine communion. It is a sacred practice that nourishes my soul, strengthens my faith and reminds me of the profound depth of God's love for humanity. C
BY MEG WATERS
BISHOP EMERITUS TOD Brown recently celebrated the 60th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood. To mark the occasion, his home parish, Holy Family in Orange, gathered to celebrate and honor this soft-spoken prelate who led the relatively young Diocese through some very turbulent times.
In 1998, Bishop Brown had been serving the people of Boise, Idaho, for 10 years when St. Pope John Paul II appointed him to a new position as the third Bishop of the Diocese of Orange following the retirement of Bishop Norman McFarland.
Coming to Southern California from Idaho was a bit like returning home. Bishop Brown was raised in the “Steinbeck Country” in the San Francisco Bay area. As a young man, he worked for a time as a social worker among the poor. Although he had a good experience—his mother was also a social worker—he felt he could best serve the people of God as a priest. He was ordained on May 1,
1963.
Leadership is the word that often surfaces to describe this humble and generous man.
“I have had the privilege of knowing Bishop Brown for 25 years,” said Fr. Sy Nguyen, pastor of Holy Family.
“He is a good shepherd to the people and all the priests. He is courageous and cares for his flock, especially those suffering. We all knew he loved his priests and was a good father to them.”
Parishioners for more than 35 years, Janet and Joe Henry know Bishop Brown
well and echo the love and respect shown by so many.
“I appreciated his leadership and guidance,” recalled Janet. “I liked how he was so proactive, forthcoming and under him, the Diocese flourished because of his leadership.”
Bishop Brown always saw himself as a parish priest, but his superiors also recognized that he could be both pastoral and an effective administrator. He held several important positions in the Diocese of Monterey before his episcopal appointment and transfer to Boise.
“I am so blessed to have the call to the priesthood and 60 years of service,” said Bishop Brown. “I am extremely grateful to everyone who has supported me along the way.”
As part of the celebration, Bishop Brown officiated at Mass and gave a typically short but very poignant homily.
He asked the congregation to “Imagine God lives in us, you and me. How powerful that is! And with the Holy Spirit, he will remain with us always. This is the message of Easter – God lives in us.” C
THE ORANGE COUNTY Chapter of the Knights of Columbus recently held its 43rd annual “Day of Sharing” on the campus of the Speech and Language Development Center in Buena Park.
Over 100 Brother Knights from 26 local councils (plus one council from Riverside County) helped to make the April 15 event such a success.
Originally started 45 years ago by the late former chapter president Frank Nigro, the event was originally a two-day event called “Weekend of Love.”
This year’s event was the second year it was held following a two-year break due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
“Last year was tough,” said Steve Bolton, past state deputy, and current state advisor. “People were still dealing with the effects of the pandemic, but this year rebounded with about twice the turnout!”
The 2023 Day of Sharing was co-chaired by Brother Knights Glen Howard and Ron Klucsar and featured a carnival for people with developmental disabilities.
“Most of the guests are from group homes in the area,” said Howard.
“But we also sent invitations to the parishes of the Diocese of Orange and to the Regional Center of Orange County (RCOC),” which is a network of non-profit organizations contracted by the State of California to coordinate lifelong services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families.
The guests and their caretakers were treated with games, rides, lunch and entertainment at no cost to them.
This is the 10th year that the Speech and Language Development Center (SLDC) has held the Day of Sharing.
“Our mission is to provide education and therapy to children and adults with special needs in an environment that nurtures growth, inspires achievement and maximizes their potential,” said Jenny
O’Grady, who serves as the director of education at SLDC.
To help defray costs, the Orange County Chapter of the Knights of Columbus utilized funds donated by local councils and an annual fundraising event specifically devoted to the Day of Sharing.
In addition, the Huntington Beach Fire Department donated about 10 large bags of toys for carnival prizes.
Deputy Fire Marshal Steve Eros of the Huntington Beach Fire Department said that the success of their Spark of Love toy
drive is due to the overwhelming generosity of Huntington Beach residents.
“The HBFD is thrilled that our partnership with the Knights of Columbus has brought joy to children in our community,” Eros said.
Past state chaplain of the Knights of Columbus, Fr. John Neneman, pastor of San Antonio de Padua Catholic Church in Anaheim Hills, opened the Day of Sharing with a prayer and offered a blessing on the event for all the volunteers and participants.
“The Knights of Columbus is the glue
that keeps us together with our brothers and sisters in need, who are not to be put off to the side but be put in the center and highlighted for their uniqueness and the gifts, talents, personalities and friendships along with the joys and struggles that they bring to us and we share with them during this Day of Sharing.”
Fr. Neneman added, “All are welcome, and all are winners.”
For more information of the Orange County Chapter of the Knights of Columbus, go to: https://ockc.net/ C
orated the graves of their loved ones for this day, particularly those Veterans of the Armed Services, often with red poppies, which had their origins in the First World War!
For years, I would go with my grandfather, Les Jones, to decorate the family graves in two different cemeteries (Calvary Cemetery and the public cemetery near Pawnee, Illinois). My father Bill continued that tradition for years - rain or shine; and then my sister Mary Therese faithfully carried this out. After she unexpectedly passed away, I try to do this as best as I can from a distance, and when I return to Springfield in late summer (or early fall), I try to be faithful to what my parents taught me regarding visiting and decorating family graves. I have also taken some photos of the family graves back in Illinois to share with you.
Finally, there would be a “Pontifical Mass” at Calvary Cemetery with Bishop William O’Connor and his successors.
As a high school student from Griffin
High School (similar to Servite here), I would proudly play with the Griffin Band in the procession. After this Mass, all families would take the time to visit the graves of their loved ones.
As Maurice Chevalier and Hermione Gingold would sing in the classic movie musical “Gigi” in 1958, “Yes, I remember it well”!
Memorial Day, then, for us is an important day of Faith; gratitude for the sacrifices of Men and Women of the Armed Services, and to never forget them; to reflect on the gift of Eternal Life; and finally, to take time on Memorial Day to visit the cemeteries and pray with and for our loved ones who are buried there. Remember as well that praying for our loved ones who have “gone to their rest in the hope of rising again” is a “spiritual work of mercy!” (Remember those?)
A blessed Holiday Weekend to you and your loved ones!
+Kevin W. Vann C
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