The Casa Bulletin - August 8, 2010

8/9/2019 The Casa Bulletin - August 8, 2010

1/10

August 8, 2010Nineteenth Sunday

in Ordinary Time

The Church of Our Lady of the AngelsAt the Franciscan Renewal Center

5802 E. Lincoln Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85253480.948.7460 www.thecasa.org

All are Welcome!


2/10

Community News 2

ARIZONA ROMAN CATHOLIC BISHOPS' STATEMENT ONU.S. DISTRICT COURT JUDGE SUSAN BOLTON'S RULING ON SB 1070

July 28, 2010

We, the Roman Catholic Bishops in Arizona, commend Judge Susan Bolton for enjoining some of the

more problematic provisions of SB 1070.We hope that reaction to her ruling will be expressed only in peaceful and legal ways.

As Bishops in our respective dioceses, we know that in practically every parish there are families thathave been living with the fear and anxiety generated by SB 1070 that they might be torn apart. Thesituation of these families might be that one parent is a citizen and that the other is not in our country legally. Or, the situation might be that some children in the family are citizens and that abrother or sister is not here legally.

Our hearts go out to these families. We know them to be good people who work hard and whocontribute to the economy and to the quality of life of their communities.

We will continue our advocacy against the provisions of SB 1070 and will monitor the

implementation of the provisions allowed by the ruling.We will continue to advocate for comprehensive reform of our nation's immigration laws.

Our advocacy is predicated on our beliefs that: Illegal immigration is bad for our nation. It is not good for us to not know who is entering our

country. Our international borders need to be secured and we need to be protected from drug

smuggling, weapons smuggling, human trafficking and violence. There must be a process - but not amnesty - for persons who have entered our country illegally

to pursue legal status. This process must have proportionate consequences for the act of illegalentry, consequences that would include fines, learning English, and going to the "back of the

line" to seek citizenship. Our nation needs a program that would allow needed workers to enter the country legally. This

program must include protection of workers rights.

The tragic consequences of the failure of our nation's political leadership to enact reform of our immigration system have included the deaths of thousands of people

Migrants - women, men, children in desperate circumstances - have died trying to enter our country. U.S. citizens have died because of crimes committed by drug smugglers, people smugglersand weapons smugglers.

We pray for those who have died and for their grieving families.

And we pray that our senators and representatives will put aside their partisan divisions and go towork immediately to fix the broken immigration system.

Most Rev. James S. Wall Most Rev. Thomas J. OlmstedBishop of Gallup Bishop of Phoenix

Most Rev. Gerald F. Kicanas Most Rev. Eduardo A NevaresBishop of Tucson Auxiliary Bishop of Phoenix


3/10

Franciscan Renewal Center the Casa de Paz y Bien 3

We Are Here for YOU... Schedule for Counseling Support Groups

Monday 6:30pm-8pm: Divorce & Separation/Relationship EndingsTuesday 5:30pm-7pm: Grief Support Group

6:30pm-8pm: Depression Support Group(Meets every other week: August 3, August 17, August 31, & September 14)

Wednesday 6:30pm-8pm: Gestalt Therapy Support Group

An appointment is not required forthe support groups listed above.

Individual sessions are available mornings, afternoons and evenings, Monday through Friday, and requirean appointment. To make an appointment, please call the Counseling Ministry at 480-948-7460, ext. 133between the hours of 8:30 am and 12 Noon. If you know of someone who is looking for help, answers,guidance or just needs someone to listen, please suggest our counseling ministry. We welcome all who are interested in attending.

Judith McHale, MA, LPC, Director Counseling Ministry, Franciscan Renewal Center

Arizona Catholic Conference Voters GuideThe 2010 Voters Guide for the upcoming primary election is available at www.azcatholicconference.org andwww.diocesephoenix.org. Included in the Catholic Conference voters guide is all the information that is in theregular voters guide put out by the State. Pursuant to Internal Revenue Service requirements for churches andnonprofit organizations, this document does not endorse candidates or indicate our support or opposition to thequestions. The voters guide, however, is an excellent source of information on the candidates' positions on currentissues that may be reproduced in your churches. Early voting for the August 24th Primary Election began July30th.Thank you, Rob DeFrancesco , Director of Communications, Diocese of Phoenix

Newcomers Ministry & Casa Information TableBeing hospitable goes beyond just saying "welcome." The Newcomers Ministry & Casa Information Table inthe Hospitality area is a resource for anyone who might be new to the Casa, or just want more informationabout any of the many facets of this wonderful place.For the past five years, the Newcomers Ministry has hosted the Casa Information Table in the Hospitalityarea, and guided the very popular Casa Tours. We are seeking new members to assist with this ministry, weneed more help. Anyone who is a member of the Church of Our Lady of the Angels may serve in thisministry, especially those with the following qualities:

A smile and a genuine love for people The ability to communicate in a friendly, outgoing manner A sincere willingness to serve the Casa community, and to become informed about the Casa and its many

offerings.Responsibilities include serving at the Casa Information Table just once a month, following Mass, for about30 minutes. Additionally, members are encouraged to assist with leading a Casa Tour. In this process, ourministers become "experts" on the Casa, including its history, facility, administration, etc., as well as currenthappenings.Members of the Casa Newcomers Ministry serve as a bridge into the community one person at a time perhaps even becoming spiritual companions or friends of the people they meet. Please call Tom or ChrisBenscoter at 480-203-3242 (Tom) or 480-650-6021 (Chris), or email to [email protected]. You may also leaveyour name at the front desk. Thank you!


4/10

Franciscan Renewal Center - Faith in Action 4

Thank you Casa Community!!! We collected 227 backpacks this year!

This year the Faith In Action Ministry was asked toprovide backpacks for two different organizations. Wetraditionally collect for the children in the foster care

system. We work with Catholic Charitieswho recruits and supports the familieswho take in these children. With Statebudget cuts, the families have even lessmoney to work with as they take care ofthese abused or neglected children. The

125 backpacks with school supplies that we send to themwill be greatly appreciated. The second group that wewill be helping is an orphanage in Haiti. Six months afterthe earthquake the conditions are still very dire. We arehappy that we can send them 102 new backpacks tothem. We asked if the Casa community could doubletheir efforts and you did so! As said in the gospel ofLuke and Matthew Well done good and faithfulservant.

The Season for Nonviolence encourages people to lookmore closely at how they can contribute to peace by

living nonviolently themselves while also working tobuild a less violent more peaceful world. Each year aplanning team assembles to create and organize thevarious events, retreats, workshops and prayerexperiences that are a part of theSeason. You are invited to join thegroup. Our first meeting to plan thenew season will take place on Monday,August 9th at 6 pm with dinner. If youhave ideas and like to plan events, please think about joining the group. Please RSVP so we can get a dinnercount. 480-948-7460 x130 or [email protected]

A Message from the Director:

JustFaith is a 30-week adult educationaland formational program that providesa lively and challenging format to read,view, discuss, pray, experience and be

formed by the justice tradition of theChurch that changes lives, inspires faithful witness,and transforms the world through love and service.Our Catholic faith and biblical tradition extend anextra-ordinary invitation to become agents of Godscom-passion and healing in a wounded world.Most of us long to be a generous and compassionatepeople, however occasion to explore this in adeliberate and engaging way have largely not beenavailable. This program offers you the time, the

space, the material and a community of seekers toexplore this rich tradition.Past Just Faith participants are involved in manyefforts. Here at the Casa they are involved in theLiturgy and Justice Study team, the Casa AdvocacyNetwork, the Faith in Action Advisory Team, theCasa Grounds for Solidarity fair trade coffeeministry, and Pax Christi to just name a few. Thenext JustFaith session will begin in mid-September.The group is forming NOW! Please notify me ofyour interest if you havent done so yet and plan toattend the following sessions: August 22nd (after all the morning masses) An

Information session August 30th 6:30-8:30 pm Discernment Meeting.

Testimony from a prior participant:I always felt that I understood what our Churchtaught regarding Justice. When I joined the secondgroup of JustFaith at the Casa, I quickly learned thatmy understanding was limited and small. JustFaith isabout looking at Church teaching and actualministries which have a direct impact on Peace and

Justice. It is about going into the trenches and beingwilling to grow as your knowledge increases. Withmost programs, you may learn something and thatopens your horizons. With JustFaith, you will betransformed because your view of your world willchange. Take 30 weeks and see what it does for you!Peace and Joy, Rosemarie LeClercq, SFO

The Churchs social teaching is a rich treasure of wisdomabout building a just society and living lives of holinessamidst the challenges of modern society. The U.S.Catholic Bishops have set forth 7 themes of CatholicSocial Teaching. The following is one of the themes.

Call to Family, Community, and ParticipationThe person is not only sacred but also social. How weorganize our societyin economics and politics, in lawand policydirectly affects human dignity and thecapacity of individuals to grow in community. Marriageand the family are central social institutions that must besupported and strengthened. We believe people have aright and a duty to participate in society, seekingtogether the common good and well-being of all,especially the poor and vulnerable.


5/10

Upcoming Events at the Casa 5

August 13-15Pam Bork will hostess this weekend of rest, renewal, prayer andplay. Enjoy the quiet and beauty of our peaceful grounds.Massage and gentle rebalancing are available for additionalfees. For more information or to register: www.thecasa.org.

$125 per person includes private room for 2 nights, meals andprogram. Check-in Friday 5 pm. Check-out Sunday 12 pm.

Contemplative Prayer DayDaily Practices for those who crave a

deeper relationship with the DivineSeptember 18, Saturday, 9 am12 noon

Pat Julian and Kathleen FlanaganFee per person: $25

Prayer in the Caveof the Heart

Weekend Silent Contemplative Retreat

Cyprian Consiglio, OSB,CamOctober 1-3, 2010

Friars at the Casa dedicate October the monthof St. Francis of Assisi. The kick-off event for thisyear is a retreat led by native Arizonan, CyprianConsiglio. He will lead the celebration in the

Franciscan tradition of prayer, some silence,chanting, singing, teachingand several guidedmeditations.

Cyprian Consiglio and JohnPennington will begin theretreat with an evening concertin honor of St. Francis.

Registration and information:www.thecasa.org or call 480-948-7460, ext. 157

The Art of Intentional Loving:A Path to Creating Happiness, Harmonyand Intimacy in Your Relationships

Gabrielle Lawrence, PhD

October 6-November 17(7 weeks)Wednesdays, 7-9 pm

What does it mean to love intentionally?How do we do it? Dr. Lawrence invites usto examine our core needs for love andattachment and to gain awareness of the

part they play in making our relationshipsflourish or fail.

Fee per person : $85

Straight Talk TheologyBill Cieslak, OFM,Cap

Sept. 19, Oct. 24, Nov. 28, Dec.12Sundays, 9:00-10:30 am

Sacraments: Exploring theDeeper Meaning of Life

Focus on living life in abundance through thelenses of the sacraments. Come explore whatit means to have a sacramental outlook on life.

Suggested donation: $10 per person.No registration.


6/10

Nineteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time6

Casa Community Bulletin BoardThis corner will be reserved each week for your messages such as: Looking for a ride to church Needwheelchair for 2 weeks Roommate needed to help sharerentThe Casa will publish these requests in this space but it doesnot reflect our endorsement or knowledge of the peoplesubmitting the information.

How to Submit your Bulletin Information: Deadline: 10 days prior to published Bulletin dateFormat: Type/print with complete information.

The ad will run 1-2 Sundays-we reservethe right to edit.

Mail to: Bulletin EditorFranciscan Renewal Center5802 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85253

Drop Off: At the front desk (Attn: Bulletin)Fax: 480.948.2325

LOST: One light-weight, black, man's cardigan. Leftnext to Norbert's piano at 9:15 mass on Sunday, June 27th. If found please return to the front desk at theCasa. Thank you.

CPA seeking new clients Located at 16th Street &Glendale. Contact Dianna @ 602.380.5157 [email protected].

Needs a Ride: I can no longer drive. I live near IndianSchool and 30th Street. Would like a ride to Saturdaynight mass. Roger 602-955-0524.

For Sale: Mobile home, 1 bdrm, view of mountains,community with 2 pools, club house, quiet, greatlocation. $3700. Call Mark 602-299-4913.

Experienced Caregiver: Dedicated individual to providecare and companionship for your loved one. Must beclean environment. Call Paula 480-246-7036.

Drum Lessons: Casa member looking for a teen-ager orcollege student to teach beginning drum lessons to a 7 yrold. Call Christine 602-696-4702.

For Rent : Private room w/private bath, furnished,garage space, well behaved pets welcome in new homein Gold Canyon (60 & El Camino Viejo). Jocelin at602-318-0861.

Got extra time??? Make $$. Drive me to the doctor 2-5times a week. My car, my gas. Appointments vary.Please call June Fretz. 480-596-5609, fax: 480-368-9033.

Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School,Est. 1956 Grades K-8. OLPH is accepting applications forthe 2010-2011 school year.Call to schedule a tour at 480-874-3720.

The Rosary will be prayed in theMeditation Chapel, Monday thruFriday 6:30-7:00pm throughout thesummer. The Meditation Chapel islocated on the North side of theback parking lot. Everyone iswelcome No registration necessary.

Looking to find or hire a Catholic business?Look no further than the Catholic Commerce

Networking Association. Each of our membersis part of the local Catholic Communityproviding service to clients just like you.

If you are a Catholic business, you're invited to join the CCNA. Promote your business at ourthree monthly mixers. Visit CCNAaz.org for

more details.

Collection InformationCollection for 7/18/10 was $12,621

(includes $1,671 Saturday)Collection for 7/19/09 was $12,787.Communion count: 7/18/10 was 1,164Communion count: 7/19/09 was 1,138.

Collection for 7/25/10 was $11,144.50(includes $1,578 Saturday mass)

Collection for 7/26/09 was $11,651.Communion count: 7/25/10 was 1,118Communion count: 7/26/09 was 1,164.

Thank you for your continued generosity.

Office Assistant!

The Counseling Ministry needs onevolunteer to help with phone calls, filing,etc. If you have four hours one morning aweek to volunteer, please call JudithMcHale at 480-948-7460, extension 134.


7/10

Our Lady of Angels Church - Dedicated February 26, 2006 7

The Casa Website News!www.thecasa.org

If you havent visited the site yet to hear thewelcome message from Fr. Peter Kirwin , OFM,Rector of Our Lady of the Angels Church wehope you will check it out.When you login to the website, you will seeright below the banner of changing photos, asmall television-looking screen. Look in thelower left-hand corner of the television screen,click on the arrow, it starts the welcomemessage video. Have your volume on. It willtake less than 5 minutes. Check it out!!If youve been missing the Casa Calendar.ITIS BACK!! Weve reconstructed a new all Casaevent calendar. It is being updated but check itout! Keep checking the site for new andimproved features.

Meetings at the Casa..We host non-profit groups from all over theworld. Hosting these groups subsidizesmany of our other ministries at the Casaand keeps our program and retreat feesaffordable. We would appreciate it if youwould refer any groups, churches, non-

profits or government entities to Sue Force ,Director of meetings and conferenceministry, [email protected] or 480-948-7460 x173.Upcoming Retreats at The Casa:St. Francis Xavier Faculty Retreat * August 9MentorKids USA * August 13Education for Ministry * August 18-21Fuller Theological Seminary SW

* August 27-28

St. Francis Xavier Student LeadershipRetreat * August 27Marion Alliance * August 28

Transformational Leadership* August 30-31

Baptism Information If you or someone that you know hasa child age 7 and above who have notbeen baptized, we have the perfect

program for you!

The RCIA for Children is a process that willprepare your child for baptism, confirmation andfirst communion at the Easter Vigil. Last yearchildren ages 7-14 were welcomed into the faith.This is a family program so you would be joiningyour child for some of the sessions. All classes areheld on Sunday mornings beginning September12th.Please join us for Sunday registration, call oremail if you would like more information or to

register for this very special process!

The Franciscan Renewal Center is amajor drop off for recyclable items!You can recycle magazines, paper,

phonebooks, etc in the recycling binslocated near the east lawn

TODAYS READINGSFirst Reading Your ancestors waited in faithand courage for Gods promised summons(Wisdom 18:6-9).Psalm Blessed the people the Lord has

chosen to be his own (Psalm 33).Second Reading Because of his faithfulobedience to Gods call, Abrahamsdescendants number as the stars(Hebrews 11:1-2, 8-19 [1-2, 8-12]).Gospel Keep watch and be prepared, for youdo not know the day or the hour when the Sonof Man will appear (Luke 12:32-48 [35-40]).

READINGS FOR THE WEEKMonday: Ez 1:2-5, 24-28c; Mt 17:22-27Tuesday: 2 Cor 9:6-10; Jn 12:24-26Wednesday: Hos 2:16-17, 21-22; Jn 15: 4-10Thursday: Ez 12:1-12; Mt 18:21 19:1Friday: Ez 16:1-15, 60, 63 or 16:59-63;

Mt 19:3-12Saturday: Jn 3:13-18; Jn 15:12-17Sunday: Vigil: 1 Chr 15:3-4, 15-16; 16:1-2;

Ps 132; 1 Cor 15:54b-57;Lk 11:27-28Day: Rv 11:19a; 12:1-6a, 10ab;Ps 45; 1 Cor 15:20-27; Lk 1:39-56


8/10

Casa de Paz y Bien 8

Its time

To think aboutFamily Catechesis and SacramentPreparation Registration!Here is how you can register:After mass in the hospitality area on the following

weekends: Aug. 14/15Aug. 28/29

By appointment (call or email for times)

By email or mail if you are a returning familyAvailable Programs:

Family Catechesis for families and children in gradesK 6

Sacrament PreparationFirst Reconciliation for grades 2 and aboveCommunion and Confirmation for grades 3

and aboveConfirmation for those who have received

communion grades 3 and above

RCIA for Children for kids age 7 and above who havenot been baptized.Contact Patty Tafolla to register or for moreInformation at 480 948-7460 ext. 154 or [email protected] .

News from theCatecheticalBlackboard!As time nears for our children toreturn to school, it is also time to

think about their ongoing structured faith formation. Asparents you are the primary educators for your children.The catechetical team here at Our Lady of the Angels isdedicated in helping you and your families grow in faithand love of our Lord and Church. Utilizing a familyapproach to catechesis helps to accomplish this.

So what does that mean?Each program includes a monthly meeting for parentsand the children. These sessions are held on a Sunday

morning after the 9:15 am Mass. The structure includesparent and children break outs so that all of us can enjoysome learning time in peer groups, communal prayer,activities and the secret ingredient fun! During theweeks between meetings you will be provided withmaterials to use with your children at home. Thismaterial will depend on which program you are enrolledin and what learning style your family uses. Familycatechesis will give you the option of a weekly lectionarybased magazine style worksheets or a regular workbook.All of our materials are grade and age appropriate.Children preparing for Confirmation and FirstCommunion will also have three student only sessions tohelp prepare for the sacraments. In the coming weeks wewill be taking a closer look at these programs.

I hope that your family will join us in this ongoing journey of building relationship with Christ and oneanother. Please feel free to call or email if you have anyquestions, suggestions or would be interested inparticipating on the catechetical team!Peace to you and yoursPatty Tafolla

Family Catechesis and Sacrament Preparation

Christmas in July!

Oops I mean August!Have you looked at your gifts and talents lately? God has graced each of us in unique and special ways.Have you ever thought about being active in a ministry here at Our Lady of the Angels? Now is a great

time to open those "presents" and match them up with a need in our community.Perhaps your gifts can be of assistance to our family catechetical programs. Gifts of many sizes and shapes are welcome.You don't have to be a teacher or child development specialist. Think about this: do you love children? Do you enjoybeing creative or like to color? Can you dance? Sing? Can you sew? Technical skills - can you create and maintain awebsite? How about organizational skills or visionary skills? Are you good at planning or detail oriented?I would love to sit with you and help you discern where your gifts may fit in our community. Give me a call at480-948-7460 ext. 154 or email [email protected] . Why wait until Christmas? Open your gifts today!


9/10

Franciscan Renewal Center 9

Books and BlessingsBookstore and Spiritual Boutique

Monday - Friday: 10am - 2pmSaturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm

Sunday: 8:30am - 2pm,5:30-8:30pm

Grant Writer The Casa is recruiting a volunteer to support

our efforts to go green throughout thecampus. We are in the process of transitioning the Franciscans living quartersto solar. This will be over several phases.One area we wish to write grants for is newair conditioners that are energy efficient. We

wrote grants in the past for this and weresuccessful.Please contact Charlie Brown at [email protected] if you would like to support the Casa this way.

Opportunity to receivespiritual direction

Are you looking to deepen your spiritual journey, your relationship with God?

Consider working with a Student Intern atthe Arizona Ecumenical Institute forSpiritual Directors (housed at the Casa).

These students will meet with youmonthly, one-on-one, in a spirit of companionship to walk with you as youdiscern where the Holy Spirit may beleading you. There are no fees required,

just a willing heart. Interested?Contact Sister Marilyn Bever, Director orVivian Barrera, Administrator, at480.948.7460 x124.

Need Prayers?Call Casa Prayer Partner

Carol Vaccaro - 480-836-8066www.thecasa.org

[email protected]

May the Lord give you peace!

This statement is to help benefactors and our collaborators to identify in a simple andclear way what we, as St. Barbara Province, are about: serving the people of God throughthe lens of our Christian, Catholic and Franciscan values.

We present to you the Saint Barbara Province Mission statement:We, the Franciscan Friars of the Province of Saint Barbara, are a Roman Catholic religiouscommunity called and committed to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ.In the prophetic spirit of Saint Francis of Assisi we work with others to promote justice,peace, care of creation, and reconciliation in our times.

Through our ministries, we strive to serve others - especially the poor and marginalized -in a spirit of prayer and Gospel joy.


10/10

Missed Getting a Sunday Bulletin?

Not to worryNow you can see thecomplete Sunday Bulletin online!

Go to www.thecasa.org and scroll to thebottom of the Home Page. The most currentbulletin is available, with an archive ofseveral past bulletins for your convenience.

Got questions?Come over to the Casa Information Table afterMass and ask away! We invite all who are newto the Casa, or to the Valley, to come over andpick up some informationabout the Casa. Were glad

Register to Become a Memberof the Conventual Church of

Our Lady of the AngelsIf you haventregistered as amember yet, youare welcome to geta registration format the Front Deskor at theInformation Tablein the hospitality area. As of June 1, 2010we have 3,056 members. You can also print out an Adobe.pdf copyof the Registration Form on the website atwww.thecasa.org.

August 8, 2010 12

Whats Going On This Week?7:00am - Daily Mass7:30am - Morning Liturgy of the HoursRegular Mass Times:

Saturday: 5:00pmSunday: 7:30am, 9:15am,11:00am & 7:00pm

Sunday - August 8Hogan's HeroesMonday - August 9Contemplative PrayerDivorced Separated Support GroupThe Rosary

Tuesday - August 10Water from Rock (AM & PM)Grief Support GroupThe Rosary Wednesday - August 11Water from Rock (AM)Arizona Bible ClassWaterciseGestalt Therapy Support GroupThe RosaryFeast of St. Clare

Thursday - August 12Contemplative PrayerWaterciseCatholics Can Come Home Discussion Group

The RosaryFriday - August 13Summer Spiritual Spa WeekendThe Rosary

Saturday - August 14WaterciseSummer Spiritual Spa WeekendSunday - August 15Hogan's Heroes

Catalogs are available at the front deskPlease register early as it helps us in manyways: better planning for the event ordering and preparing food for meals room reservation and set up needsand a number of other related details that gointo making sure the program is the best it canbe for you.

Documents

The Casa Bulletin - August 8, 2010