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Special Issue — What’s Inside

The 2009 Friends of the SeminaryJacques, Jr. (dec.) and Eleanore Vinmont - Honorary Chairs

Catherine R. Murphy – Sustaining SponsorBishop John J. Nevins & Knights of Columbus Receive St. Vincent de Paul Award

Donor Brunch & Wall of Recognition Dedication • Joe Paddy Festival

Special Issue — What’s InsideSpecial Issue — What’s InsideSpecial Issue — What’s Inside

Dialogue“Priestly Formation for the 21st Century” • A Publication of St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary • Spring 2009

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Letter From the Rector

DialogueEditorialEditor – Msgr. Keith R. BrennanAssociate Editors – Cindy Krueger, Sharon Melancon, Keith ParkerManaging Editors – Stanton Cadow, Daniella CoyContributing Writers – Stanton Cadow, Daniella Coy, Jim Frankowiak, Fr. Lou Guerin Administrative Assistants – Herminia Garcia, Cindy Krueger, Sharon Melancon

Board of TrusteesMost Rev. John C. Favalora, Archbishop of Miami, Chancellor Most Rev. Victor B. Galeone, Bishop of St. Augustine, ChairmanMost Rev. Gerald M. Barbarito, Bishop of Palm BeachMost Rev. Frank J. Dewane, Bishop of VeniceMost Rev. Robert N. Lynch, Bishop of St. PetersburgMost Rev. John H. Ricard, S.S.J., Bishop of Pensacola/TallahasseeMost Rev. Thomas G. Wenski, Bishop of OrlandoMost Rev. Felipe J. Estévez, Auxiliary Bishop of Archdiocese of MiamiMost Rev. John G. Noonan, Auxiliary Bishop of Archdiocese of MiamiDeacon Dennis DemesRev. Msgr. Robert C. GibbonsRev. Mark HeubergerRev. Michael R. HouleRev. Timothy LindenfelserMs. Lydia MenocálVery Rev. Robert MorrisMs. Catherine “Cam” MurphyRev. Msgr. Pablo A. NavarroVery Rev. Gregory Parkes

Ex-OfficioRev. Msgr. Michael CarruthersJ. Patrick Fitzgerald, Esq.

Staff/DirectorsMsgr. Keith R. Brennan – Rector & PresidentFr. Steven O’Hala – Vice Rector & Academic DeanMr. Keith Parker – Campus Administrator/TreasurerMsgr. Michael McGraw – Dean of Pastoral FormationFr. Michael Muhr – Dean of Spiritual FormationMr. Stanton Cadow – Director of Institutional AdvancementMr. Art Quinn – Library DirectorFr. Louis Guerin – Director of Field MinistrySr. Joyce LaVoy – Director of Liturgy/MusicMrs. Joyce Martinez – Director of LanguageDialogue Design Director – Claudia O’LearyPhotographers – Leonard Bryant, Stanton Cadow, Deacon Randy Musselman

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Mission StatementThe primary purpose of St. Vincent de Paul Regional

Seminary is to provide a human, spiritual, academic, and pastoral formation program to prepare candidates for

the Roman Catholic priesthood. In response to the large number of Hispanic Catholics in Florida, and throughout

the United States, the Seminary formation program is bilingual and multicultural.

The secondary purpose of the seminary is to provide continuing theological education to qualified clergy,

religious, and laity of all denominations.

Dear Friends:

Blessed greetings and best wishes from all of us here at St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary as we quickly approach the end of our academic year.

We are devoting the majority of this issue of DIALOGUE to commemorate two events that took place on campus earlier this year, our annual Friends of the Seminary event and a new endeavor, the Joe-Paddy Festival.

Friends was once again an opportunity for us to renew old acquaintances and express our thanks to our many friends and benefactors for their continued support of the seminary and the men engaged in the process of formation. I wish to recognize honorary event Co-Chairs Eleanore “Danger” and the late Sir Jacques Vinmont, Jr., and Sustaining Sponsor Mrs. Catherine “Sis” Murphy, widow of former Board Member Thomas A. Murphy. I’d also like to extend a special thanks to Event Chair Carmel Quinn.

Though we are in the midst of a deeply challenging economy, I am most pleased and thankful to report that Friends of the Seminary was a fi nancial success as we have once again exceeded our goal. This is not only of fi scal importance, but encouraging to our seminarians, faculty and staff.

I also ask that you join with me in recognizing the recipients of our St. Vincent de Paul Awards: the Most Reverend John J. Nevins, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Venice, a member of our Board of Trustees and the Florida State Council of the Knights of Columbus. These annual awards recognize one lay person or group and a member of the Clergy who have excelled in witnessing to the values of the Gospel through their lives and service to the People of God.

Our Student Council was responsible for the fi rst ever “Joe-Paddy Festival,” an event which celebrated the feast days of St. Joseph and St. Patrick. The proceeds from this March event are being used to benefi t the needs of our seminarians as they study for the priesthood. The festival began with evening Prayer followed by a dinner of Irish and Italian fare and live entertainment under a big tent on campus. Msgr. Stephen Bosso, former Rector, was honorary chair of the festival.

Once again, I thank you for your continued support of our mission at St. Vincent. You are in our daily prayers.

Keith R. Brennan, J.C.D.Rector – President

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Inside

ON THE COVER

Letter from the Rector Inside Front Cover

2009 “Friends of the Seminary” Breaks More Records 2

Mecca Gift Gives Life to Seminary Grounds 5

Wall of Recognition Dedicated 7

“Seedlings for St. Vincent”

Christmas Campaign In Second Year 8

Joe-Paddy Festival Kicks-Off 9

In Memoriam

In Memory of Thomas Aquinas Murphy

Trustee, Saint Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary

Retired Chairman, General Motors Corporation

“May God Hold You

in the Palm of His Hand”

Above: Honorary Chair Eleanore “Danger” Vinmont celebrates with Mr. & Mrs. Jacques at 2009 “Friends”

Celebrate the 2009 “Friends” honorees. See article on page 2

Top left, left to right: Bishop John Noonan, Auxiliary of Miami, Bishop Thomas Wenski of Orlando, Archbishop John Favalora of Miami, Frank Dewane of Venice and Bishop Victor Galeone of St. Augustine (Bishop Dewane accepted the St. Vincent award on behalf of Bishop Nevins).

Top right: Msgr. Keith Brennan, Rector, Catherine “Sis” Murphy and Bishop Wenski.

Bottom left: Bishop Wenski, Carmel Quinn, and Bishop Dewane.

Bottom right: Supreme Knight Dennis Stoddard, Msgr. Keith Brennan, Rector, State Deputy James Schonefeld and Archbishop Favalora.

We ask for your prayers for recently deceased members of our St. Vincent de Paul family.Robert Foss, October 30, 2008, Pensacola, FL, fi rst cousin to Msgr. Stephen Bosso a member of SVDP faculty.

Marguerite Wolf, January 12, Kentucky, a former SVDP employee

Michael Dubriel, February 3, Birmingham, AL, SVDP graduating class of 1987 and former faculty member.

Francisco Garcia, February 4, Miami, FL – the stepfather of Carlos Poce, an employee of SVDP.

Mrs. Jacqueline Maruca, February 8, Baltimore, MD – the sister in law of Fr. Dominic Maruca, Scholar in Residence of SVDP.

Richard Krueger, February 21, Boynton Beach, FL, husband of Cindy Krueger, an employee of SVDP.

Jeffrey J. Guerin, March 7, Boynton Beach, FL, brother of Fr. Lou Guerin, a member of the SVDP faculty.

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Photos by Leonard Bryant

t is with great pleasure we are able to report the fi nal results of the 2009 Friends of the Seminary Vespers, Silent Auction, Reception and Dinner. The event brought together more than 200 benefactors and friends of the seminary as well as alumni, faculty, staff and seminarians. The tremendous support and gifts of 300 plus donors made this year’s Friends a success. It has become a tradition for many from across the state to give to this special event even though they cannot

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With only a 12.7% overhead, 87.3% of gifts went directly to support our seminary

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Income/Expenses 2009

Income88.6%

Expenses11.4%

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Friends of the Seminary

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attend. This year Friends recorded a $35,200 or 17% increase in income over 2008. We exceeded our budgeted goal by more than $9,000. The Honorary Chairs for the event were Eleanore “Danger” and the late Sir Jacques Vinmont, Jr. of St. Lucy Parish in Highland Beach. Carmel B. Quinn of St. Edward Parish in Palm Beach was event chair and Sustaining Sponsor was Mrs. Catherine R. Murphy. SunTrust once again agreed to renew its commitment to the event as the corporate sponsor. The recipients of the annual St. Vincent de Paul Awards were Most Reverend John J. Nevins, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Venice, and the Florida State Council Knights of Columbus. Accepting for Bishop Nevins was Bishop Frank Dewane and accepting for the Knights were Supreme Director, Dennis Stoddard, and State Deputy, James Schonefeld. The honors were bestowed at the conclusion of Vespers, with Archbishop John C. Favalora presiding. Given the economy, we are most fortunate and blessed and delighted that we are still receiving gifts.delighted that we are still receiving gifts.

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Friends of the Seminary

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for 48 Years

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Florida State Council “In Solidarity

with Our Priests and

Seminarians”

James J. SchonefeldState Deputy

Florida State Council

Fr. Edward McCarthyState Chaplain

www.floridastatecouncil.com

Donor Grant Funds Irrigation System by Fr. Lou Guerin Thanks to the generosity of Mrs. Patricia Mecca, St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary is in the process of installing an irrigation system on its front lawn. Patricia Mecca, a seasonal resident spending time between here and the Buffalo, New York area has long been a benefactor of Catholic charities with a particular love for gardening. The irrigation system will allow for the development of other flower gardens and a lush green lawn to welcome guests as they enter the seminary’s main gate. The Celtic cross designed walkways that

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St. Vincent de Paul Official Calendar2009

April 19 – Candidacy MassApril 25 – Diaconate OrdinationMay 7 – CommencementJune 8 – June 12 – Priest Study WeekJune 15 – June 19 – Deacon Study WeekAugust 26 - Opening Mass September 18 - Board of Trustees MeetingSeptember 26 - Patronal Mass and FeastSeptember 27 – Lector/Acolyte MassDecember 2 - Legacy Society Mass & LuncheonDecember 6 - Donor Mass & Brunch

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Seminary Dedicates Wall of Recognition

At Annual Donor BrunchSt. Vincent recently dedicated the “Wall of Recognition” an everlasting symbol of honor for alumni, donors and leaders as part of the annual Donor Mass and Brunch on December 7th.

“This permanent recognition is most fitting and long awaited,” said Msgr. Keith R. Brennan, Rector-President. “Those who are memorialized on the Wall are an important part of our legacy and will forever carry forth the spirit of our mission.”

“We are pleased to recognize those who have been so instrumental and vital to the mission of St. Vincent de Paul,” said Msgr. Brennan.

Msgr. Stephen Bosso, who presided over Mass, blessed the new recognition area witnessed by over 200 guests. A buffet brunch was then served to donors, followed by a presentation of plaques of recognition to the former and current members of the Seminary’s Development Council. These dedicated volunteers, lead by Diane Simowitz, the Council’s Chair since 2004; have assisted the seminary in raising funds and by personal giving.

Among the 200 who attended the recent Wall of Recognition dedication at St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary were (left to right) Former Seminary Rector-President Msgr. Stephen Bosso, Rector’s Development Council Chair Diane Simowitz, Danger Vinmont, current Rector-President Msgr. Keith Brennan, Catherine Murphy, Carmel Quinn, John Herrick and Cam Murphy.

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DonorsMr. and Mrs. James Anderson

Mr. & Mrs. Jose AriasMrs. Claire ArnoldMr. Fred Balogh

Ms. Adele Marie BarrettMr. James T. BarrettMrs. Laura Barter

Mr. & Mrs. John C. BeloMr. Rafael Bezos

Mr. Elmer BlankmannMrs. Anne Blood

Mrs. Clara BlowersRev. Brett A. Brannen

Ms. Elina BravoMr. John BreckRev. Frank Buck

Mrs. Marian BuehlerMs. Mary Bull

Mrs. Patricia E. BuszkoMr. Ronald Callanan

Mr. Sam CampoMrs. Janet Caraballo

Mr. & Mrs. Ramon CastellaMr. William Clark

Rev. Vincent L. ClementeMrs. Bridie Clifford

Mr. & Mrs. Robert W. ClingerRev. Joseph F. Connolly, T.O.R.

Rev. Robert F. MorrisMs. Barbara Crawford

Dr. & Mrs. Anthony DardanoMr. and Mrs. Siro DeGasperisMr. & Mrs. Joseph Di Pietro

Ms. Clara DiPeriMr. Pedro Diaz-LandaMs. Gale DonnellanMr. Donald Dostie

Mr. and Mrs. King Doyle

Mrs. Louise M. DubroskyMr. & Mrs. Robert H. Dugan

Ms. Elizabeth AndersonMr. Herbert Everstijn

Sister Marie Therese EvrardMr. Patrick FahertyMrs. Pearl Ferguson

Ms. Mary Elizabeth FitzgibbonsMr. & Mrs. Edward FitzwilliamMr. & Mrs. John J. Forebaugh

Mr. William F. Friel, IIIMs. Helen Frisby

Mr. Vincent E. GahrenMrs. Silvia Galdo

Mr. Michael GalotolaRev. Marcial Garcia

Ms. Lois Anne GeorgeMs. Anita Gettings

Mr. and Mrs. James GillcristMrs. Carmen Gonzalez

Mr. and Mrs. Chris GrantMr. Gary GrazianiMrs. Amelia Guida

Mr. & Mrs. Martin HartiganMr. & Mrs. Fred Henning

Mr. & Mrs. Brendan HodgesMr. and Mrs. John L. Hurley, Sr.

Rev. Reginald Jean-MaryMrs. Ruth Johnston

Mr. & Mrs. William JonesMs. Margaret Kelly

Mrs. Mary KingMs. Mary Kissinger

Mr. and Mrs. Michael LaTorraMr. Albert N LafreniereRev. Msgr James Lara

Mr. & Mrs. Benigno LarreaMr. & Mrs. Packard LarsenRev. Msgr. J. William Lester

Sen. Philip and Maryellen LewisMr. and Mrs. Skip LigouriMr. & Mrs. Wilbur LorneMrs. Eugenie MamarachevMrs. Mary Anne Mattison

Mr. & Mrs. Dennis McHughMr. and Mrs. Don McIntire

Dr. and Mrs. Nathaniel MessingerMr. and Mrs. Thomas J. Metzger

Mr. & Mrs. James F. MeyerMrs. Mary MogaveroMs. Aurora Moreira

Rev. John S. MorrisseyMr. John R. Moses

Mr. & Mrs. George MuhrMrs. April Murphy

Mr. Michael NahirnyMr. Francis X. O’Connell

Mrs. Andrea H. OlneyMr. Manuel OrtegaMr. Walter Pasko

Mr. & Mrs. Richard PersekMr. Michael Petrina

Mr. Walter PoffRev. Ronald J. Pusak

Mr. & Mrs. Jaime RamosMr. & Mrs. John RoweMrs. Marie Myles Rubey

Rev. Thomas RynneMs. Lorraine Salvatore

Mr. & Mrs. Hermes SanchezMr. and Mrs. James Schonefeld

Mr. William SebaldRev. Vincent J. Sheehy

Mr. Charles SilkMs. Margaret M. Simone

Ms. Mary Ann SingerMr. Paul J. Smith

Mr. William Spillane

Ms. Marilyn StockelmanMrs. Imelda Stroud

Mrs. Jean D. SubockMrs. Virginia Sweeney

Mr. and Mrs. John A. TalamasMs. Eileen Teclaff

Mr. G. A. ThelemannMs. Celina Torkington

Mr. and Mrs. Luis TorresMrs. Theresa TurleyMrs. Georgia Ulseth

Mr. & Mrs. Gilbert VaillancourtMs. Teresa Van Derven

Mrs. Mary VitaleMr. and Mrs. Peter W. Warner

Ms. Dulce Maria WelshRev. Thomas S. Willis

Mr. Francisco Vigil

In Memory ofJane E. ClarkBrian Gillcrist

Maria A. LarreaRichard Mattison

Paquerette VaillancourtLeon Toups

In Honor ofDr. Michael G. Zifcak

An increase in vocations to the priesthood and vowed religious life

Joan TowleMary LittlePatrick Kelly

Fr. William J. O’Halloran, S.J.Winifred & Ernest Liguori

Deborah Lee LorneGaye Llanes & Betti Watson

Named and Memorial Gifts Made to “Seedlings”

The seminary is grateful to the 134 donors who contributed nearly $7,000 to the Christmas appeal and “Seedlings for St. Vincent.” Many gifts were made in memory or in honor of loved ones.

surround the larger-than-life statue of St. Vincent de Paul will be enhanced with future garden projects to create a beautiful area for meditation and a fi tting tribute to the main chapel.The installation of the irrigation system has begun and should be completed by the end of March. Mrs. Mecca who is a frequent visitor to the seminary has always

admired the grounds and speaks about our seminary as “the greatest secret we have in the south Florida Catholic Community.” She says she looks forward to the irrigation system being completed so we can get to work on the fl ower beds. “If more Catholic people saw this beautiful place and met some of these great men studying for the priesthood, they would certainly be overjoyed to help,” says Patricia Mecca.

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Joe-Paddy Festival Makes Big SplashGuided by the leadership of Msgr. Stephen Bosso, Honorary Chairman, the seminary’s newest event to provide direct seminarian educational and formation support, was held on March 10th. Conceived and planned late last year, Msgr. Bosso rallied the talents and resources of seminarians, staff and supporters to pull-off what turned out to be an informal gathering of friends and supporters in celebration of the feasts of St. Patrick and St. Joseph. Driven by the seminarians’ hard work selling tickets, and the cooperation of

local Parish Pastors and Bishops, more than 300 people took part under a big top tent here on the seminary’s campus.The extraordinary gifts of Title Sponsor “Danger” Vinmont, Co-Sponsors Diane Simowitz, and Leonard & Geraldine Mecca, as well as supporting sponsorships from April Murphy, Doreen & Kevin Donnelly, and Msgr. Bosso, ensured the event’s success. Under a gorgeous full moon, and with perfect weather, the evening began with Vespers. Rev. Mr. Paul Lambert, one of the seminary’s Transitional Deacons,

presided over vespers and our seminarians sang several hymns. Fr. Steven Olds served as the evening’s Master of Ceremonies. The Irish musical group of Jim and Laura Farrell of Prince Edward Island, Canada and Italian musicians Rosemary Stone and Carlos J. Santana of Boca Raton delighted the guests with music and dancing. Chef Philippe and his staff enticed our guests with traditional Irish corned beef and cabbage, baked ziti, vegetable lasagna, salad and delectable desserts. With plenty of adult beverages,

numerous door prizes, which were given away throughout the evening, and an entertaining live auction, attendees were left wanting more. A special thank you goes to Keith Parker and our maintenance department who worked tirelessly staging the event. Luis Largaespada, Student Government President and the seminarians ended the evening by leading the singing of Salve Regina. Unfortunately, due to an urgent meeting out of state, Msgr. Bosso, could not be in attendance.

See photos on back cover.

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