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SHRINE OF ST. THERESE REACHING OUT TO INSPIRE
A SENSE OF COMMUNITY THE ROSEFirst Quarter 2014, Volume 15, Number 1 June 2014
First Communion and May CrowningFirst Communion and May CrowningFirst Communion and May CrowningFirst Communion and May Crowning
Amid blue skies and sunshine, twelve children received their First Holy Eucharist at the 10:30 Mass in
May. Girls, angelic-looking in white dresses and veils, and boys in dress shirts and ties, had parents,
grandparents and parishioners all rejoicing.
Following Mass, they processed outside for the traditional May crowning of the Blessed Virgin. This
year’s crowning was enhanced by a group of women leading the traditional singing of Marian hymns. The
crowning was accomplished by Katie Austin and Augustine Urban. .
Obviously, this is a well-loved custom of the parish, with many people gathered around the statue for
the ceremony.
Rosary GiftRosary GiftRosary GiftRosary Gift
Fifteen first grade students at St. Therese Catholic School actually jumped up
and down with joy when they were handed beautiful bright-colored rosaries with
glistening beads. These were a gift to the students for the Feast of the Immaculate
Conception.
The rosaries were made by the Shrine of St. Therese Rosary Committee. The
committee members are: Sarah Guarnere, Magdalena Fisk, Lourdes Guttierrez
and Carla Guarnere.
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Theresa Farley joins Shrine staffTheresa Farley joins Shrine staffTheresa Farley joins Shrine staffTheresa Farley joins Shrine staff
On the fourth Sunday of Advent, Emily Barth received her
habit and veil and is now known as Sister Emmanuel. Emily was a
student at Pueblo County High when she made her Confirmation a
few years ago with a group of Shrine of St. Therese Confirmation
students.
Sr. Emmanuel is the first novice of the Franciscan Sisters of St.
John the Baptist. She prays “there will be many more to follow”.
The newly formed apostolate located in Peoria, Illinois, follows the
example of St. John the Baptist, dedicating themselves to grow in a
life of limitless humility and self-renunciation—”He must increase
and I must decrease…” John 3:30
Praying daily for priests and seminarians is an indispensable
part of the apostolate’s charism inspired by Archbishop Fulton J.
Sheen. Sr. Emmanuel works in the Peoria Diocese archives and as-
sists in the cause of his canonization. She is also in school and will
work at the Catholic hospital in Peoria once she obtains her nursing
degree. In a letter to Msgr. Nunez, she assures him of her “prayers
for you and all your parishioners.”
Find our more about Sr. Emmanuel’s community at their web-
site: sistersofjohnthebaptist.com. The mother superior of the group
comes from Slovakia.
Vocation NewsVocation NewsVocation NewsVocation News Pueblo’s Own Pueblo’s Own Pueblo’s Own Pueblo’s Own ———— Sister Emmanuel Sister Emmanuel Sister Emmanuel Sister Emmanuel
At the end of May, Sarah Guanare moved to Wichita, Kansas
to pursue a new interest and training there. The parish wishes her
the best and thanks her for her diligent service to our parish.
Stepping into the financial office position as Sarah’s replace-
ment is Theresa Farley. Theresa grew up as one of the 10 Rohar
children. Her family was well-known in the Shrine Parish. There
was always a Rohar in religious education classes!
Theresa is married to Jeff Farley and they have two children.
Sean is 14 years old and Emily is 16. Both children attend St.
Therese Catholic School.
Theresa spent 18 years working for the Pueblo Diocese at the
Pastoral Center. Her first boss, she said, was Father Beno. She en-
joyed Father Beno and was thankful she had the opportunity to
work for him. Her last position in the diocese was in the Human
Resources Office. We welcome and look forward to working with
Theresa.
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Lenten Parish MissionLenten Parish MissionLenten Parish MissionLenten Parish Mission “Be A Saint! Evangelization by Attraction”“Be A Saint! Evangelization by Attraction”“Be A Saint! Evangelization by Attraction”“Be A Saint! Evangelization by Attraction”
Fr. Andy Cravalho with Shrine altar servers Josh Costello and Joshua Bissonnette
This year’s Lenten parish mission was a huge success.
Enthusiastic word-of-mouth advertising brought many peo-
ple flooding into the church for five nights. Many came
from other parishes.
The quick speaking and enthusiastic presentation by
Father Andy Cravalho C.P.M., a newly ordained priest of
the Fathers of Mercy was well received by the people.
Young and old, all “enjoyed” this young priest. Teenagers
from classes at the Shrine were in attendance. Father Andy
taught us a great deal. He explained Catholic history and
beliefs in a humorous manner, even poking fun at himself.
All of his talks urged members to make a stronger, deeper
commitment to Christ and His Church.
This is the second year that Msgr. Nunez has brought
the Fathers of Mercy to the Shrine. Parishioners appreciate
these missions and feel they are very worthwhile.
Golden OpportunityGolden OpportunityGolden OpportunityGolden Opportunity
Icy streets and the bitter cold of winter time is no longer a good ex-
cuse to stay away from praying in the Perpetual Adoration Chapel here at
the Shrine. Stop in for a few minutes, stay for a half-hour or a full hour.
Do you listen to the T.V. evening news? Surely, there are world-wide
problems that need prayer. Even within your own family, there are per-
sonal health problems and family issues.
The presence of Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament is as real today as
when he appeared as an infant in Bethlehem with shepherds, angels and
wise men adoring him.
Come and talk to Him. Catholics believe it as solid truth when Jesus
said, “This is my Body” and “This is my Blood”. Not a mere memorial,
but a mysterious truth.
As Padre Pio said, “Pray, hope and don’t worry. Worry is useless.
God is merciful and will hear your prayers . . . Prayer is the key to God’s
heart. You must speak to Jesus not only with your lips, but also with your
heart.”
St. Mary’s Parish is also open all week from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m.
Take the time to pray before the Lord.Take the time to pray before the Lord.Take the time to pray before the Lord.Take the time to pray before the Lord.
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Eleven of our youth received the sacrament of Confirmation on June 2 at a joint ceremony with youth from
St. Joseph Parish, St. Mary’s Parish, Sacred Heart Parish in Avondale, and St. Mary’s Parish in Walsenburg.
ConfirmationConfirmationConfirmationConfirmation
There’s Music in the AirThere’s Music in the AirThere’s Music in the AirThere’s Music in the Air
A children’s music group began practicing for Mass and learning other songs last year. This year they devel-
oped into the Nursing Home Ministry. The members of the Therese Trio are: Claire Sandoval, daughter of Jarod
and Mary; Emma Krasovec, daughter of Greg and Raquel; and Rylee Armstrong whose grandparents are Hank
and Barbara Cervantes. With the encouragement and help of these adults, the girls have zealously brought joy to
Nursing Home residents. Besides the Trio, the Sandoval younger children, Noelle, Charlie and Theodore, also
contribute to each event by sharing their love and small gifts with residents.
Overseeing notebooks, music stands, keyboard skills and children is Sister Johnette O.S.B., who states, “We
have visited Pueblo Towers, Sierra Place, Belmont Lodge and of course, Sharmar, which is closer to our parish.”
We, parishioners of the Shrine, thank this young group for bringing joy and fun to these nursing homes!We, parishioners of the Shrine, thank this young group for bringing joy and fun to these nursing homes!We, parishioners of the Shrine, thank this young group for bringing joy and fun to these nursing homes!We, parishioners of the Shrine, thank this young group for bringing joy and fun to these nursing homes!
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Our Squires Do It Again !!Our Squires Do It Again !!Our Squires Do It Again !!Our Squires Do It Again !!
For the second year, Pueblo Squires Circle #5432 raised enough money from their fundraisers to present a $1100.00 check to Father Michael Chrisman, Vocations Director for the Diocese of Pueblo. Presentation was made at the annual Clergy Night held this past February.
Presenting the check to Fr. Chrisman are Squires Luke Hawkins, Adam Maal, Josh Costello, and Chase Sexton
Shrine parishioners Carol and Dwight Scott with their son, Father Derrek Scott
Squires with their adult leaders and priests
The following article was published recently in the Denver Post. . . . .
“. . . A growing number of colleges are telling evangelical students that they won’t be given official recognition
unless they allow any students, no matter what their religion, to serve as leaders.
The New York Times reports . . . That Bowdoin College in Maine is among schools moving against such groups.
They’re not necessarily thrown off campus, but their access to campus facilities is restricted and are no longer eligible for
a share of student activity fees.
. . . . Evangelicals have tended to balk. We can’t say we blame them. Surely, a religious group ought to be able to
insist that its leaders espouse the faith that the group supposedly represents.”
If Evangelical student groups are being treated like this, you can bet Catholic student organizations will feel
the sting of religious freedom restrictions also !
Restricting Religious FreedomRestricting Religious FreedomRestricting Religious FreedomRestricting Religious Freedom
For me, prayer is a burst from my heart. It is a simple glance thrown toward heaven, a cry of thanksgiving and love in times of trial as well as in times of joy.” - St. Therese of Lisieux Patroness of our Diocese
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Summer Garage SaleSummer Garage SaleSummer Garage SaleSummer Garage Sale
Hundreds— no, thousands—of small items were sorted, priced and
organized by the Shrine’s Council of Catholic Women for the Summer
Garage Sale. Small jewelry pieces to large pieces of furniture, books,
DVDs and fresh baked goods filled the hall. This well organized sale was
under the capable management of Council President, Carole Ricotta.
Carole was supported by loyal parish women and even had help
from young parishioners. The Lira brothers, Dominic and Daniel, han-
dled books and DVDs. Their sister, Sarah, was a roving worker, helping
wherever needed. Four young fellows in bright green shirts, were the
kitchen crew.
Carmella Jordan explained that young Stacey Costello was the busy
young legs that assisted tired bakers at the Bake Goods table (which was
very successful, thanks to cooks in the parish!) Men also assisted, espe-
cially with heavy objects.
All in all, many volunteers served to help the parish. The backbone
of this big endeavor were many tired women at the end of two days, who
went home with a sense of accomplishment.
Their service is greatly appreciated by Msgr. Ed Nuñez who will
offer one of his Masses in thanksgiving for all of their service.
Thank you everyone !!Thank you everyone !!Thank you everyone !!Thank you everyone !!
Adam Maal, Chase Sexton, Andrew Maal, and Josh Costello ready to serve people
Jeanne Pagano—our friendly cashier
Meatball sandwich, anyone?
Carole Ricotta—our grand chef
Dorothy Carleo, Julie Costello, Carmella Jordan, Stacey Costello Jan Munoz and Eleanor Saenz
Jean Erickson and Sherri Koski
Yummy Hot Dogs !
You just got a bargain
Our baked goods are out of this world !
Joan Javornik
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Summer Totus Tuus ProgramSummer Totus Tuus ProgramSummer Totus Tuus ProgramSummer Totus Tuus Program
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New Priest Ordained for Pueblo DioceseNew Priest Ordained for Pueblo DioceseNew Priest Ordained for Pueblo DioceseNew Priest Ordained for Pueblo Diocese
At a beautiful ceremony at our Cathedral on June 20, Deacon John Nkwocha was
ordained to the priesthood. The ordination was conducted by Bishop Stephen Berg at
a Mass fully packed with priests, deacons, family and friends of Father John.
Father John came to the Pueblo diocese from Nigeria. He has seven siblings and
has desired to be a priest since early childhood.
Please continue to pray for Father John as he begins his priestly ministry.Please continue to pray for Father John as he begins his priestly ministry.Please continue to pray for Father John as he begins his priestly ministry.Please continue to pray for Father John as he begins his priestly ministry.
Bishop Berg anoints the hands of Father John with Chrism, the sacred oil of consecration
Msgr. Nunez prays over Deacon John
Fr. John greets and blesses people at reception after Mass
After being ordained, Fr. John celebrates Mass with Bishop Berg
Raymond & Fidelia Nkwocha Fr. John’s parents who traveled from Nigeria to be at the ordination of their son
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Shrine of St. Therese Memorial & Building Fund
Raquel & Clarence Alcala
Mr. & Mrs. Shawn C. Alcala
Charles & Caroline Anselmo
Mr. & Mrs. Ralph H. Anselmo
Joe Arias
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Bassi
Joseph Arias
Mrs. Carol Arias
Joseph Arnold
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Arnold
Fidel Sr. & Valeria Arriaga
Mrs. Esther Herrera
Fidel Jr., Paul & Robert Arriaga
Mrs. Esther Herrera
LaVona Balchuck
Mr. & Mrs. Raymond Balchuck
Janice L. Beeman
Mr. & Mrs. Herbert Beeman
Diana Boyer
Mrs. Marjorie Hoody
Ed & Helen Brady
Linda Brady
Patricia Charest
Ms. LaVonne Morton
Edith Crusich
Miss Dorris Gronquist
Jack DeSalvo
Mrs. Regina DeSalvo
Ann & Mark M. Dominguez
Michele Prado-Landreth
Maximiana Espinoza
Mr. & Mrs. Richard J. Arnold
Regina Falletta
Mrs. Mildred Stofac
Richard Herrera
Mr. & Mrs. Michael J. Dietz
Jeannette Hiza
Susan & Myrna Ward
Ms. Shirley Marcen
Robert Huber
Ms. Ruth Huber
Con Jeffries
Ms. LaVonne Morton
Richard A. Landreth
Michele Prado-Landreth
Walter Larmour
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Arnold
Catherine Marcen
Ms. Shirley Marcen
Ron Maldonado Jr.
Mr. & Mrs. Christofer Mehess
Irene & Alice “Diddy” Martinez
Mr. & Mrs. Michael J. Dietz
Michael D. Martinez
Mr. & Mrs. Michael J. Dietz
Helen A. Montoya
Mr. Nash Moreno
DuBois Moreno
Mr. Nash Moreno
Julie Munoz
Mrs. Esther Herrera
Sharleen McDonald
Mr. & Mrs. Peter Dell
Ann McGill
Mr. James McGill
Frank & Steve Pershin
Mrs. Patricia Pershin
John E. Prado
Michele Prado-Landreth
Phillip Rodacy
Martha Rodacy
John & Heddy Sabo
Mrs. Mary Frances Kelley
George Santistevan
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Arnold
Anton & Maria Sneperger
Ms. Shirley Marcen
Frances Sneperger
Ms. Shirley Marcen
Alexandria, Robert L. & Rachelle
Turner
Mrs. Sandra Turner
Fred, Gary, & Terri Ursick
Mrs. Mary Ann Ursick
Lucille Vining
Ms. Shirley Marcen
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The Rose
Spiritual Adviser
Msgr. Edward �un͂ez
Editor
Sally Stricca
Staff
Angie Duran , pictures & layout Sue Litton , writer
Carmela Jordan, pictures
Visit the Shrine website at www.shrine-sttherese-pueblo.org
• Weekly bulletins • Previous copies of The Rose • Other Parish information
Meeting new people at “Coffee and Donuts”Meeting new people at “Coffee and Donuts”Meeting new people at “Coffee and Donuts”Meeting new people at “Coffee and Donuts”
Do you go for “Coffee & Donuts” after Mass on Sunday? I have to admit that during the winter
months I failed to attend these pleasant social gatherings. In the past few months, I ventured inside the
Hospitality Room to visit old friends and yes, to meet new people !!
One nice woman told me she had recently gone through the RCIA program at the Shrine and was
a new member of the parish. Where to meet members? Why, at Coffee & Donuts, naturally. I was curi-
ous. What made her decide to become a Catholic?
She told me her parents were not religious at all, and had no faith. But both she, and her brother,
had been interested in religion. She had joined various Protestant churches through the years and
picked up some erroneous ideas of the Catholic Church. One night she found this funny old Catholic
nun on TV who made her laugh. This was Mother Angelica on EWTN. She continued to watch and
learned a lot about the beliefs of the Catholic Church.
Various errors were corrected and explained by Mother Angelica. They made sense. This was the
truth and the church for her —even though living up to the beliefs of the Catholic Church can be hard.
A few Sundays later, I met another woman, who loved to come to the Mass at the Shrine and was
just signing up for the next RCIA session in the Fall.
She came from a very strong Protestant background and had attended many Protestant churches.
Yes, these churches had wonderful programs for young people and children. They also had good Bible
study groups with discussions for adults. And yet, something was missing. So why did she want to
become Catholic?
“I guess it was because of the people who came into my life—as Catholics. Also, as wonderful as
previous churches were — they never seemed to have much time for praying. I love coming to pray
together with other people at Mass. I am anxious to be able to receive Communion”.
There, you have it.
Do you realize your blessings? Do you reach out to new visitors?Do you realize your blessings? Do you reach out to new visitors?Do you realize your blessings? Do you reach out to new visitors?Do you realize your blessings? Do you reach out to new visitors?
- Sally Stricca
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When it comes to giving,
some people stop at nothing.
- Unknown
It may be a joke, but it really isn’t funny!!
Give something !
We need to support our diocese..
If you have made a pledge—please honor that pledge.
Drop your donation in an envelope with your name.
Thank you !!Thank you !!Thank you !!Thank you !!