AUGUST 2005
VOLUME X, NUMBER 1
A DAY OF JOY, SHARING, COMMITMENT, AND LOVE by Suzanne Gochenouer, OSUA
“Let us build a house where love can dwell….” More than 150 sisters and associates sang these words at the beginning of the Mass that closed a day of shared love and respect on July 9, 2005. Earlier that day smiles and hugs were exchanged between welcoming sisters and associates arriving from near and far. Sister Shellie Intravia had journeyed from Chillán, Chile, for Ursuline Community Days and this day of thoughtful contemplation. The group was nearly evenly divided between sisters and associates, with 72 sisters and 77 associates signing in upon their early morning arrival. Following a warm welcome by Sister Marietta Wethington, the group settled into the Mother Aloysius Room of Saint Joseph Villa, eager to receive inspiration from the day’s speakers. Sister Michele Morek set the tone for the day as she shared with the group the new vision of the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph. Through the year 2010 they intend to “Make Love Visible,” as the sisters and their associates walk in the way of
Above: Sister Rose Marita O’Bryan pins a cross on Sheila Clark as a symbol of her temporary commitment as an Ursuline associate. At right: Enjoying a discussion period during the morning presentation are, from left, Tracey McCord, Sister Mary Renée Monaghan, and associates Lee Buettman, Arleen Naglich, Dolores Polson, and Margaret Mount. Tracey, not yet an associate, is the daughter of Margaret Mount. All are from the Lebanon, Missouri, area, where Sister Mary Renée has ministered for the past nine years.
Angela. To share and remember this, we each carried away a laminated bookmark with this vision statement on the front and, on the reverse side, a prayer for guidance in living this love. Voices rose in song as we sang the vision through the lyrics and music of Sr. Maureen Griner, OSU, Judy Gray, OSUA, and Barbara Goldsmith, OSUA. Sister Margaret Ann Hagan, OSU, of Louisville, shared with us Saint Angela’s love for the Eucharist, which during Angela’s lifetime was a yearned-for blessing not received every day. However, Angela exhorted her followers to “see” an entire Mass each day. Sister Margaret Ann described how Mass was said in 16th century Italy, and explained that to actually see the Mass with your own eyes would take effort and determination. We were invited to discuss how we receive the Eucharist in sharing with each other the ritual of the Mass. Angela called for a spiritual virginity, which the continued on page 5
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Bonnie Adams is a member of St. Joseph Parish, Central City. An RN, she is a religious education teacher and was coordinator of the Renew program in her parish. She and her husband, Don, have been married 34 years and have four grown children. “We have always had a close connection with the Ursuline Sisters who have served St. Joseph Parish,” Bonnie says. Her contact sister is Sister Pauletta McCarty. Don Adams, also of St. Joseph Parish, was taught by the Ursulines at Immaculate Conception School, Earlington. “You have inspired and directed my life for soon-to-be 50 years,” he says. Like Bonnie, Don is very active in his Bonnie Don parish community. On Sunday, he and Bonnie go to the Job Corps site and bring some of the Catholics there to Mass on Sunday. Don is self-employed. His contact sister is Sister Pauletta McCarty. Ruth Bittel is a member of Blessed Mother Parish, Owensboro, where she serves as a lector and Eucharistic minister. Ruth was a student of the Ursulines from first grade through college! After many years as a high school teacher of French and Spanish, she now ministers as an interpreter at Centro Latino in Owensboro...again with the Ursulines. She is described as a person “of compassion, reconciling, kindness, and generosity.” Her contact sister is Sister Ruth Gehres. Ruth Barbara Boatner of Memphis is a choir member and cantor in her parish, the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception. She uses her gift as an interior designer as chair of the cathedral’s Liturgical Environment Committee and in the preparation of the new Dorothy Barbara Day House of Hospitality in Memphis. Barbara has four grown children and two grandchildren. One of her recommenders writes that “Barbara’s friendly, joy-filled demeanor comes from her deep faith in God’s love.” Her contact sister is Sister Maureen Griner. Grace Dell Aquila of Louisville is a member of St. James Parish. She and her husband, Paul, are professional musicians. One Sunday each month they provide music for the Mass at St. James. Originally from Long Island, Grace is described as a person with an “enormous capacity for caring for and helping others,” and “an inner spirituality” that is “a special gift and calling from God.” Grace and Paul recently came to the Mount to share their musical gifts with the sisters in St. Joseph Villa. Grace’s contact sister is Sister Mary Angela Matthews. Elenita McConnell is a member of St. Joseph Parish, Central City, where Grace she volunteers in the food pantry and religious education. Her pastor, Father Ben Luther, OSUA, describes Elenita as “an outstanding parishioner,” and another recommender sees her as “a very holy and generous person.” A native of the Philippines, Elenita is married to Elenita J.D. McConnell. They have three grown sons. Elenita’s contact sisters are Sister Rose Theresa Johnson and Sister Rose Karen Johnson. The Paynes of Owensboro, our first associate family, made their temporary commitment together on July 9. Father John Vaughan, OSUA, their pastor at St. Stephen Cathedral, describes them as “one of the most active and supportive families in this parish.” All are involved in some form of parish ministry, and Tom and Amy have held leadership positions. Both see the Ursulines as an important part of their faith journey. Both are educators: Tom as a principal, and Amy as a teacher. Meghan, who says “the Ursulines have been a part Front: Meghan and Sarah. Back: Will, Tom, and Amy.
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A Visit With Velma Dees in Grants, New Mexico by Sister Marietta Wethington, OSU
As part of their weeklong trip to the Southwest, Sister Suzanne Sims, director of mission advancement, and Marian Bennett and Sister Marietta Wethington, co-directors of Ursuline Partnerships, visited Associate Velma Dees in Grants, New Mexico. Joining them for the Saturday morning prayer, reflection, and lunch, were Sisters Mary Evelyn Duvall, Marie Montgomery, and Mary Matthias Ward from Gallup. During prayer, the members of the group reflected on Angela’s life and words and talked about the ways Angela has influenced their lives and ministry. Velma, her husband Phil, and their daughter, Philena, have been associates since 1997. (As a sixth grader, Philena was our youngest associate). Velma shared how she came to Above, from left, Sisters Mary Matthias Ward and Marietta Wethington, Velma know the Ursulines more intimately Dees, Marian Bennett, Sisters Mary through Sisters Joseph Carmel Evelyn Duvall and Marie Montgomery. Redmond, Lisa Marie Cecil, and Mary At right: Sister Suzanne Sims presents Velma with a CD recording of the Angela Matthews. She remembered Ursuline Cantata, a musical setting of that Sister Joseph Carmel, who lived at the words of St. Angela composed by St. Teresa Convent, would take long Ursuline Sisters. walks through the town, often stopping to visit with the Dees family, sharing bits of Ursuline history and her own experiences as an Ursuline Sister of Mount Saint Joseph. The Dees, in turn, shared their lives with the sisters, both at the times of Sister Joseph Carmel’s visits and through their involvement in the life of the parish, where they worked closely with Sisters Lisa Marie and Mary Angela. When the sisters invited the family to become associates, it was a happy match. Velma continues to spread the charism of Angela in her very active life and work in the parish of St. Teresa and the town of Grants. Thanks, Velma!
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of my life since the day I was born,” is a student at Brescia University. Sarah, also a Brescia student, credits the Ursulines with a great influence on her spiritual life. Will is a student at Owensboro Catholic Middle School. He writes: “I will be an involved and proud Ursuline associate.” With the enthusiasm this family brings to all they do, we know they will be generous and active members of the Associate Program. Sister Ann McGrew is the contact sister for the Payne family. Jean Simpson, a member of St. Joseph Parish, Central City, has been a third-grade teacher for more than 28 years. She has also taught religious education, worked in the RCIA program, and is a member of the parish choir. She has served as president of her local KEA organization and has been involved in the organization from the local to the national level. She and her husband, David, have been UPD ATE is published four times a year PDA married for 42 years and have three for the Associates of the sons and five grandchildren. “Jean Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph 8001 Cummings Road, Maple Mount, KY 42356-9999 will be a great associate,” writes CO-DIRECTORS OF URSULINE PARTNERSHIPS: one of her recommenders. “We will Marian Bennett, OSUA, Sister Marietta Wethington, OSU enjoy her!” Jean’s contact sister is EDITOR: Sister Ruth Gehres, OSU Sister Rose Karen Johnson. Jean
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MAKING LOVE VISIBLE: ASS
These photos just give a sampling of the happy sharing among participants in Associates/Sisters Day on July 9. Top left, from left: Sister Marie Goretti Browning, Laura Smith, Sisters Clarita Browning and Rosalin Thieneman, Annette and Andy Chavez. Top right: Jean Betram and Sister Fran Wilhelm. Above, clockwise from bottom left: Sister Mary Angela Matthews, Sheila Howard, Sister Lisa Marie Cecil, Paul and Grace Dell Aquila, Sister George Mary Hagan. Inserts middle right: Sisters Margaret Ann Hagan and Michele Morek. Above: Sister Mary Jude Cecil and Mary Kennedy. Far right, above: Ruth Ann Bittel, Sister Jane Irvin Hancock. Bottom right: Sister Pauletta McCarty signs in with the help of Lee Buettman.
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SOCIATES/SISTERS DAY 2005
Making their lifetime commitment were (above from left) Suzanne Gochenouer, Karen Beavers, Sheila Clark, Michael Synk, Joyce Firenza. Making temporary commitment were (right photo), front row: Meghan and Sarah Payne, Mary Teder, Barbara Boatner. Second row: Tom and Amy Payne, Penny Burns, Ruth Bittel, Elenita McConnell. Third row: Will Payne, Carolyn Butler, Michael Bufalini, Don and Bonnie Adams. Fourth row: Margaret Mount, Grace Dell Aquila, Lee Buettman, Marcy Bufalini. Back row: Jean Simpson, Wanda Rickard, Bobbie Nell Smith. Above right: Don Adams in a sharing session. Below right: Sister Rita Klarer makes her presentation on “Eucharist: A Gift to be Loved and Appreciated.” Far right: Providing beautiful music for the afternoon liturgy were (front) Barbara Goldsmith, (back from left) Sister Maureen Griner, and Carolyn Head.
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day’s participants agreed is centered on the Eucharist, and defined by the utter love and attention we focus on in our participation in that devotion. We were amused to hear that Angela decreed that her followers should not spend all their time in church, but should take their prayers home where they could pray as long and as much as they felt called to do. We understood that she wanted us to live our prayer rather than pose in our prayer. We broke bread together at a delicious lunch in the sisters’ dining room decorated in summer colors, and enjoyed a break in which many of us wandered through the grounds of the Mount under clear blue skies. We returned to a presentation by Sr. Rita Klarer, OSU, on the Eucharist in a moving experience of music, word and movement. Sr. Rita’s gentle, love-filled voice surrounded us as she led us on a journey from the creation of the world to the creation of the Eucharist through the sacrifice of God’s Son, and His sharing of the bread and wine as embodiments of Himself and God’s love for us. And God said “Ah, that’s good,” as Sr. Rita brought to a close our discussions on how we all receive the Eucharist in becoming bread to one another. The day came to a beautiful end with the Mass shared in the communion of spirit and music. During Mass, 19 associates made temporary commitments and 5 associates made lifetime commitments. The Ursuline community, in return, expressed their commitment and welcome to the associates. As we departed, we called for the love of God to fall gently on all the associates and sisters, all the earth and all creation, as we sang “Rain down, rain down, rain down your love, God of life.” Suzanne Gochenouer made her lifetime commitment as an Ursuline Associate on July 9, 2005.
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REMEMBERING SPECIAL D AYS ... DA YS... SEPTEMBER BIR THDA YS: IRTHDA THDAYS
NOVEMBER BIR THDA YS: IRTHDA THDAYS
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Amanda Rose Spalding Judy Embry Ann Wilson Sue Hudon Fr. Joe Mills Betty Christian Gene Tritsch Anna Mae Kaiser, Gail Funk Peggy Clark, Brenda Semar Mary Ann Childs Donna Szurgot, Joanne Mason Judy Gray Meg Synk, Jody Ziegler Nellie Coffman Sera Mesnier Francis Steffen, Priscilla Archunde Nancy Richards, Cathey Seaton, Irvin Hancock Rosann Whiting Sharon Speaks, Agnes Fluech, Joan Minks, Fr. Conran Runnebaum, Sheila Blandford 28 Charlotte Paez, Fr. Freddie Byrd 30 Eddie Prunty, Maxine Beavin
OCT OBER BIR THDA YS: CTOBER IRTHDA THDAYS 1 2 3 5 6 8 9 11 12 13 14 17 18 21 22 24 29 31
Janet Kuper Albert Hayden Jean Gutierrez Jane Denton Patricia Jamett Tom Payne, Chris Geary Lena Dees Catherine Gawarecki Pat Wilson, Therese Allen, Margaret Brasuel Mary Ann Schilling Ann Hancock, Pete Pfeiffer, Margie Hill Catherine Bockhold Shirley Hagman Sr. Theresa Murphy Margaret Gallegos, Ada Bader Alice Blazina, Linda Lattus Benjamin Head, Rita Summers Mary Lyne, Audrey Durbin, Jean Steffen
Louise Leasor, Margaret Mount, Mel Howard, Ed Cecil Dolores Polson Margaret Stenger, Bobby Smyth, Claire Buckley Will Payne Fr. Phil Riney Odelean Hill Margaret Chavez, Raquel Sepulveda Lorna Horishny Kathy Kiper Marilyn Terry Carol Alvey Bob Darst Annette Stokes Gary Riney Ann Thomas Donald Adams Jeannette Touchet, Annette Chavez Inez Galvez Shirley Palmer
SEPTEMBER ANNIVERSARIES OF ACCEPT ANCE: CEPTANCE 21 years 19 years 18 years 17 years 14 years 13 years 12 years 10 years 4 years
Margie Hill, Raynell Prado, Pat Davis, Helen Miles Dr. Larry and Joan Minks, Msgr. Bernard Powers, Mary Rita Trittschuh, Jean Lonergan, Pat Riordan Pauline Hayden, Cletus Weidenbenner Carolyn Baseheart Don and Sharon Speaks Jerry Frey Sid Mason Agnes Fluech Kathy Kiper
OCT OBER ANNIVERSARIES OF ACCEPT ANCE: CTOBER CEPTANCE 20 years 19 years 17 years 15 years 14 years 11 years 10 years 9 years 8 years 1 year
David and Jean Grant, Fr. Phil Riney, Mel Howard Janice Miller, Marie Ritz Margaret Gallegos Gene Tritsch, Fr. Aloysius Powers Annette Stokes Catherine Roddy Priscilla Archunde Gloria O’Hara Gary and Mary Helen Riney Jean Bertram, Sara Scully
NOVEMBER ANNIVERSARIES OF ACCEPTANCE: 20 years 19 years 15 years 10 years 4 years 2 years 1 year
Fr John Vaughan Fr. Meldon Hickey, OFM Chico and June Irizarry, Joan Perry Marcella Critchelow, Mary Rose Shoemaker, Rev. Patricia Dawkins, Mary Danhauer, Willa Bloemer Joyce Firenza Teen Robinette, Fr. Brian Johnson Bobbie Nell Smith
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PRAYER REQUESTS SUBMITTED TO THE OFFICE OF URSULINE PARTNERSHIPS OUR SICK: Sue Donahue, OSUA Jean Gutierrez, OSUA Father Meldon Hickey, OFM, OSUA Fay Higdon, OSUA Chico Irizarry, OSUA Tracy Strother, OSUA Father Rich White, OSUA Don Bennett, husband of Marian Bennett, OSUA Edward Clemons, brother-in law of Teen Robinette, OSUA Mary Marks, mother-in-law of Bonnie Marks, OSUA Marlo Mitchell, godson of Mike Conley, OSUA Pat, sister of Annette Stokes, OSUA Chris Salazar, son-in-law of Pat Wilson, OSUA Susan Scott, OSUA candidate Robert Young, father of Brenda Semar, OSUA
THOSE WHO HAVE DIED: Rose Archuleta, OSUA Kaye McClure, sister-in-law of Stella McClure, OSUA Waltrude Hidon, half-sister of Bernadette Howard, OSUA Mary Evelyn Wimsatt, sister of Marcella Critchelow, OSUA Rusty Ziegler, brother-in-law of Jody Ziegler, OSUA
REPOR T FR OM JJAMAICA AMAICA REPORT FROM Associate Mary Danhauer, who began her ministry in Jamaica in early June, recently sent a report on her activities. “I started seeing patients the day after arriving and haven’t stopped since!” she writes. She is working in the Diocese of Mandeville, an area of extreme poverty, with Dr. Carol Narkevic, who has ministered in Jamaica for some time. Each day of the week they visit a different clinic or nursing home in the 1282-square-mile diocese. A recent donation from the Ursuline Community helped to purchase medications costing approximately $1640. It is still not enough. “We’ve had to cut down on what we give and write a prescription for the rest if the people can afford it,” she says. Mary expresses her gratitude to the Ursulines. “Do know that you’re here with and in and through what I do...for you have helped to make me who I am.” Mary’s e-mail address is danhauermp@msn.com. Donations to the Jamaica ministry may be made through the Catholic Pastoral Center in Owensboro. Make checks payable to the Owensboro Diocese and designate “for Jamaica.”
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MAY THEY REST IN PEA CE . . . . PEACE Associate Mary Rose Bryant Bryant, 83, of Louisville, died July 7. She made her lifetime commitment in 1990. A member of Guardian Angels Parish, Mary Rose served as an LPN for Kosair Children’s Hospital. Survivors include her sister, Sister Marie Bosco Wathen, OSU, two brothers, Joseph Paul and George R. Wathen, a brother-in-law, and nieces and nephews. Memorial contributions may be made to the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph. Associate Beatrice Barnes Barnes, 89, of Chicago, died July 17. She made her lifetime commitment in 1991. Bea worked for Kraft Foods, Inc., for 36 years. She was the sister of associates Margaret Barnes and Father Bernard Barnes, both deceased. She is survived by nieces and nephews. Her contact sister was Sister Annalita Lancaster. Memorial gifts may be made to Mercy Home for Boys and Girls, Chicago. Sister Mary Bartholene W arr en, OSU, 102, died Warr arren, April 13 in Owensboro, in the 83rd year of her religious life. A native of St. Mary in Marion County, Ky., Sister Bartholene taught for 41 years in Kentucky and 16 in New Mexico. Reflecting on her teaching ministry she said, “I never knew a bad child.” She is survived by nieces and nephews. Sister Charles Asa Williams, OSU OSU, 102, died June 5 at Mount Saint Joseph, just two days short of her 103rd birthday. She was in her 84th year of religious life. She was a native of Owensboro. An educator for 56 years, she ministered as teacher and principal in Kentucky, Nebraska, and Missouri. She also served in outreach ministry for seven years. She is survived by her sister, Sister Agnes Catherine Williams, OSU, and nieces and nephews. Sister Mary Victor Rogers, OSU OSU, died June 15 in Owensboro, in her 66th year of religious life. A native of St. Thomas in Nelson County, Ky., she was a music and classroom teacher for 50 years in Kentucky and Missouri. For seven years, she directed the Suzuki violin program at Brescia College. After returning to the Mount, she was museum director for 11 years. Sister Mary Victor is survived by nieces and nephews. Memorial gifts for Sisters Bartholene, Charles Asa, and Mary Victor may be made to the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph.
ANGELA ANGELA’’ S CORNER Therefore, I ask you, be alert, with great and longing heart. From the Prologue to the Rule
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THE MOUNT PICNIC — SEPTEMBER 11, 2005! September 11 is the date for the annual Picnic for the Retired Sisters. It’s just a few weeks away. This is the 35th Mount picnic — preparations are well underway. Over the years, we have been very privileged to have so many of you to give of your time and talents. This is a large event, and your help is again needed. Even though the picnic is on Sunday, much work goes on during the last week. Something new this year is the setup of tents for the booths/stands on the Tuesday prior to the picnic. Help will be needed! Contact the Mount for exact times. As always on Monday and Tuesday, utensils, dishes, pots and pans will be cleaned. Some food will be prepared. Help is needed then. On Saturday morning, there is more food preparation. Come on out — this is a fun time. Early Sunday, booths and stands are set up and stocked. Sunday is the big day — when everyone’s help is needed. This year again we will have over 40 booths/stands — For many years, Associate Jeanne Lamastus (left) has each will need your help. Many of you are our “faithful regulars,” volunteered the week before the picnic to sort and price and as always we are very appreciative of your past efforts. hundreds (thousands?) of items for the Yard Sale booth. We invite family, friends, alumnae and associates to come out Last year her sister, Sue King, came to help. and spend a hour or two helping with this year’s picnic. Your presence is most important in making this event a success. Besides, it’s a lot of fun, and a chance to meet with old friends. If you have a hour or two to spend, send us a note at mksull3@peoplepc.com, or call 270-442-8535. So, circle your calendars for September 11. thanks! We’ll find a place for you. On behalf of our elderly and infirm Sisters…….thanks! Pat and Mike Sullivan, OSUAs