Come Holy Ghost/Enkindle by Kataluma (WYD Song) Illustrated
Posted on June 30, 2008
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The Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity feature “Come Holy Ghost/Enkindle”, an energetic musical journey for Catholic young adults, those recently confirmed, those preparing to attend World Youth Day in Sydney, Australia and those who are not able to attend but are well aware of the Holy Spirit’s action in their daily lives in the here and now. Kataluma is the name of an occasional coalescence of Wisconsin musicians and creatives. In this instance, it comprises John Tanner, Sue Bruk, Bob Monagle and Mark Kolter. Download this song free -click on the link and select save as on PCs�
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Pillars of the Church Depicted
Posted on June 29, 2008
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St. Francis Chapel in the Motherhouse of the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity visualizes the reality of Sts. Peter and Paul being pillars of the Church. Find both saints guarding the tabernacle of an altar carved by an Australian artisan early in the history of this religious community. On this Sunday people of God around the world celebrate in solemnity the dedication of these two teachers of the faith.
Benedict XVI has also declared June 2008-June 2009 the year of St. Paul in celebration of the 2,000th anniversary of the saint’s birth. “May he (God) guide us and protect us in this bimillenary celebration,” the Pope added, “helping us to advance in the humble and sincere search for the full unity of all the members of the mystical body of Christ.”
When’s the last time you paged through one of St. Paul’s letters in your Bible? What inspires you about this Apostle to the Gentiles?
Franciscan Sisters’ Vocation Prayer Day
Posted on June 25, 2008
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Although the Franciscan Sisters pray for all those answering the call to marriage, priesthood, the single life and the consecrated life every day, today, June 25, 2008, is designated as a special community day of prayer for young women contemplating the call to be Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity.
This over twenty year old Motherhouse tradition is typically celebrated in the summer time and includes Eucharistic Adoration and Benediction. This year the Franciscan Sisters will be praying the Office of Holy Women for Morning and Evening Prayer. Prayer aids for individual personal 
reflection include some quotes from Franciscan women religious: St. Elizabeth of Hungary, St. Clare of Assisi, Mother Edna Ryan, OSF and Sister Henrielda Cloutier, OSF.
Sister Henrielda also initiated the practice of setting aside the the third Saturday of each month as a special day of prayer for vocations in September 1971. She is remembered for writing: “‘Christian sisterhood is not an ideal which we must realize; it is a reality created by 
God in Jesus Christ in which we participate.’ Recognizing that the center and strength of our religious life rests in Jesus Christ we are grateful for this gift. We live together as a sign of hope and we do together what we cannot do alone.”
Consider this retreat opportunity.
Camp Franciscan: The Third Summer of the Sisterhood
Posted on June 15, 2008
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The Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity are welcoming 55 young women and chaperones for Camp Franciscan July 15-18, 2008. Eighteen of the campers are high school, college and post college age. The others are junior high students. All are eager to make friends from 6 states, 8 (arch)dioceses, and 19 parishes.
Sunday is leadership day. Those who will assist in leading activities will take time to pray, tour the Motherhouse grounds, learn about what the scriptures say about servant-leaders, as well as other helpful information that will make the camp activities run smoothly in the days ahead.
Monday at 1 p.m. all other campers arrive to learn the camp theme song, begin introductions and start fine art sessions, enjoy recreational fun time together, as well as devote significant time to growing in their relationship with God. Salvatorian Fr. Scott Jones is the official chaplain for Camp Franciscan. Other priests invited for sacramental needs on Monday evening include: Fr. Samuel Jadin O.Praem, Fr. Mathew Simonar, Fr. Loren Nys, SDS, Fr. Harold Berryman and Fr. Richard Klingeisen.
Sister Chiara is Received into the Novitiate
Posted on June 14, 2008
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On June 13, 2008, the Franciscan feast of St. Anthony of Padua, the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity witnessed the Rite of Initiation into Religious Life for Sister Chiara (Angela) LaValley, OSF. The ceremony occured at 7:15 p.m. in St. Mary Chapel.
At the beginning of the ceremony, Sister Louise Hembrecht, Community Director, questioned Angela about her desires for her life. She responded: “Drawn by God’s mercy, I have come here to learn your way of life. I ask you to teach me to follow Christ crucified and to live in 
chastity, poverty and obedience. Teach me to persevere in prayer and penance, in the service of the Church and mankind. Teach me to be one with you in heart and mind. Help me to live out the Gospel every day of my life. Teach me your Rule and help me to learn to love our Sisters as Christ commanded us. ” (painting by Stephen B. Whatley on the 777 feastday of St. Anthony)
After being questioned again whether it was her wish to learn the way of life of a Franciscan Sister of Christian Charity and she replied “Yes, it is”, Angela received her habit, veil, signs of the consecrated life, as well as her Sister name, Sister Chiara.
Sister Natalie Binversie, OSF, was entrusted with the responsiblity to carry out the purpose of the Novitiate which is to ensure that the novice learns the primary essentials of Religious Life and to live out the evangelical counsels.
Do you desire to give your life to God, as St. Clare did? Here’s one way to make the first step: http://www.fscc-calledtobe.org/living/index.php/2008/06/05/vocation-retreats-for-young-adult-catholic-women/
CYE: 2008 International Eucharistic Congress
Posted on June 13, 2008
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The Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity promised prayerful support to the Catholic Youth Expeditions (an energetic community of Catholic youth from the Diocese of Green Bay and the Archdiocese of Milwaukee who reach out to hundreds of young adults and college students offering a fun and faith-filled camping experience) who are on their way to the 2008 International Eucharistic Congress in Quebec, Canada June 12-23.
The 2008 International Eucharistic Congress will be the assembly of the Church of Quebec hosting the Universal Church to celebrate the Living Christ. Its theme will be “The Eucharist, Gift of God for the Life of the World.”
This experience of faith will be held in a festive atmosphere, with believers of all ages coming together from every part of the world. The Congress pilgrims will gather for a week of celebrations from June 15 to 22, 2008, at the “Eucharistic City” (ExpoCité) where most of the Congress events will take place.
To learn more about CYE click here http://www.cyexpeditions.org/
To gain daily insight into this celebration of the Catholic faith in Quebec and the whereabouts of these roaming campers follow their tour at http://catholicyouth.blogspot.com/
Come Holy Ghost/Enkindle by Kataluma
Posted on June 10, 2008
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In Luke’s gospel, the Greek word Kataluma designates by implication a lodging place. Mark uses it to describe “Dining Room” where the Last Supper takes place (and, some suggest, the same room where Pentecost occurred). More commonly, it describes the ‘breaking up or reprieve of a journey’. (photo taken by Giovanni Portelli)
Kataluma is also the name of an occasional coalescence of Wisconsin musicians and creatives. In this instance, it comprises John Tanner, Sue Bruk, Bob Monagle and Mark Kolter, who fashioned a transglobal approach to the hymn “Come Holy Ghost/Enkindle” as an energetic meditation for Catholic young adults, those recently confirmed and those preparing to attend World Youth Day in Sydney, Australia. (photo taken by yewenwi)
Mr. Tanner is an experienced studio musician and highly regarded composer, with over twenty years of experience in scoring, arranging and music composition for television, radio, and theatre. His music is heard in commercials for Sprint, Bird’s Eye, Sears and as original scores and arrangements for the Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s “A Christmas Carol” since 1984, the American Player Theater’s productions of “Richard III”, “Romeo and Juliet”, “phedre”, and “The Learned Ladies”. (photo taken by Giovanni Portelli)
Mr. Tanner engineered the Violent Femmes’ album, “Violent Femmes”, which garnered both Gold and Platinum sales certification. His commercial music has won numerous awards, including Golden Reel Awards from the International Television Association for industrial video projects; Telly Awards; national, regional and local American Advertising Federation “Addys”, Silver Microphone awards, and RAC Awards for retail advertising. Find out more at http://www.tannermonagle.com.
Ms. Bruk’s exceptional singing can be heard in many different commercials and productions, and she also writes music for and sings with the group, “Sacrifice of Praise”. http://www.sacrificeofpraiseonline.com
“Sacrifice of Praise” is known for tight harmonies, spirits that encourage and personal testimonies of God’s faithfulness. Their latest CD, You Carry Me celebrates and reflects on God’s unfailing faithfulness in the times of life’s greatest uncertainties.
Mr. Monagle plays guitar extraordinarily well.
Mr. Kolter is a songwriter and creative counsel. “I thought those traveling to Catholic World Youth Day, and those who wanted to go but couldn’t, might appreciate, enjoy a song that was uplifting, and also incorporated instrumentations and rhythms from around the world. ‘Come Holy Ghost’ seemed appropriate since the theme correlated with the ‘Holy Spirit’ theme of World Youth Day 2008.
‘Enkindle’ evolved from another instrumental ‘Tangiers Lantern Twilight’ that evoked a geographic journey into the spiritual journey on traveling to WYD. Now it’s sort of fused together with ‘Come Holy Ghost’, less a medley, more a musical marriage.”
“Come Holy Ghost/Enkindle” begins with a ’summons’ to Sydney, played on an Aborigine Didgeridoo. Just as Catholic youth from around the world will bring their own culture and gifts to Sydney, you might then hear bits and pieces of different rhythms, from Catalonian to Congolese, and instruments from all over-a saz, or lute from Greece, accordian from Germany, electric guitar and dulcimer from the United States, kalimba from Angola, rain stick from Guatemala, harp from Ireland. (photo taken by Giovanni Portelli)
In deference to Pope Benedict XVI’s favorite composer, we even mixed in a brief passage from Mozart’s ‘Rondo Alla Turca’. Also, there’s a bit of Gregorian Chant.
Said Kolter “We recorded several verses, and took sort of a remix approach to structuring the basic material. We decided to end with the first half of verse three, with respect to the many pilgrims coming to WYD who recently have been or soon will be confirmed and becoming spiritual adults, invested with ‘the Seven Gifts of the Holy Spirit’. It’s open ended-just like being confirmed: what will you do with gifts you’ve been given?” http://www.wyd2008.org/ (photo taken by Giovanni Portelli)
“Enkindle” (c) 2008 Kolter Creative Counsel
Vocation Retreats for Young Adult Catholic Women
Posted on June 5, 2008
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“LIVING RADICALLY FOR GOD WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE”
We invite young adult single women ages 18 - 35 to join us for retreats on:
October 2-4, 2009
November 13-15, 2009
February 12-14, 2010
May 21-23, 2010.
Begins Friday 7.00 pm. Concludes Sunday 12.30 pm.Registration is required for this event. To register simply complete the form below. The cost is $25.00 for the weekend. Retreats will be held at
Holy Family Convent (map)
2409 S. Alverno Rd. Manitowoc, WI 54220
If you have any questions please post your questions below or contact Sister Mary Ann Spanjers, OSF at 920-682-7728. Registration required no later than one week prior to the retreat.
Franciscan Sisters Honor the Unique Service of Priests
Posted on June 3, 2008
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Everything that [Saint Francis] said to [the brothers] in word, however, he would show them in deed with eagerness and affection. He used to revere prelates and priests of the holy Church, and honored the elderly, the noble, and the wealthy. Moreover, he intimately loved the poor, suffering deeply with them, and he showed himself subject to all…he wanted priests who handle the tremendous and greatest sacraments to be honored uniquely…. (The Legend of Three Companions)
Like the Seraphic Francis, the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity foster reverence to priests and deacons who generously serve God and neighbor. During this season of ordination anniversaries, the Sisters remember these servants who are and have served with the Congregation in meeting the needs of the current time with vitality, adaptability, and dedication.
Seminarians also receive supportive prayer and personal communications throughout their years of study. Father Dan Schuster, grand nephew of Sister Virginette Schuster, and cousin of Sister Carol Mathe and Sister Barbara Mathe, presided at the 7:05 a.m. and 10:20 a.m. Eucharistic Liturgies today at the Motherhouse in gratitude for the community’s prayers during his preparation for the priesthood. Father Dan was ordained on May 31, 2008 at St. Francis Cathedral, Green Bay. Do you have any unique words of affirmation and encouragement for these men of God?
Retreats Offer Time for Renewal
Posted on June 1, 2008
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The Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity offer each of the Sisters annual opportunities to renew and deepen her spiritual life through both preached and directed retreats. Beginning in April and extending throughout the summer months, a total of fifteen retreats were planned this year. In the month of June alone these retreats are scheduled:
Fr. Thomas McGonigle, OP, St. Thomas Aquinas Priory, Providence, RI, June 1-7, 2008 preaching on the theme The Ever New Call to Discipleship at the Motherhouse, Manitowoc.
Fr. Anthony Ciorra, Fordham University, Bronx, NY, June 8-14, 2008 preaching on the theme: The Sacrament of the Present Moment also at the Motherhouse, Manitowoc.
Monte Alverno Retreat Staff, Appleton, WI, June 8-14, 2008, leads a group retreat Do Not Fear to Hope: Live Life to the Full at Retreat and Spirituality Center, Appleton.
Fr. Richard Hart, OFM Cap, St Conrad Friary, Milwaukee, WI, June 8-14, 2008, facilitates a directed retreat Praying with Passion and Energy at Monte Alverno Retreat and Spirituality Center, Appleton.
Fr. Raphael Bonanno, OFM, Franciscan Ministry of the Word, Boston, MA, June 10-17, 2008 leads a directed retreat Our Desire for God at the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity House of Prayer, Manitowoc.
Sister Anne Marie Lom, OSF, spiritual director at St. Raphael Parish, Oshkosh, facilitates a directed retreat Movements of God in the life of Francis, Clare and you at Monte Alverno Retreat and Spirituality Center, Appleton.
Sister Jacqueline Spaniola, OSF, St. Peter the Fisherman Parish, June 20-27, 2008, guides a directed retreat The Holy Spirit at the Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity House of Prayer, Manitowoc.
If any Sister has difficulty making one of the planned retreats, she requests to make a retreat at another time and possibly at another location. We invite you to share on a recent spiritual experience that has brought you to be more aware of God’s love for you.
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