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Diocese of Orlando 2015 brochure for Our Catholic Appeal
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…for the glory of God.
2015 DIOCESE OF ORLANDO
— 1 Corinthians 10:31
My Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
In the scripture above, St. Paul was
speaking to the people of Corinth,
encouraging them to continue their
focus as God’s faithful people. As
I have met you in visits across our
diocese, I encounter the strength of
your faith, and I am grateful to see
you strive to do everything for the
glory of God.
In this Year of Consecrated Life, I also join you in
celebrating those who have chosen a consecrated life:
religious women, priests and brothers, who are true examples
of doing everything for the glory of God. I am thankful for
their service in the Diocese of Orlando. I am equally thankful
for your support of Our Catholic Appeal, which provides
necessary resources for the ministries in which they and
others serve.
Each year I come to you to request a gift for Our Catholic
Appeal, the sole source of funding for 28 ministries that
benefit every parish, mission and school in our diocese.
From training those who enkindle a deeper faith in our
hearts to providing God’s healing mercy to those in need,
your gift is essential to bring about the glory of God on
earth.
Let us ponder the importance of our faith as we consider
our own gifts to Our Catholic Appeal, for our ministries, our
people, our future; a gift from our heart and based on love.
May our response be one which will bring people to us from
everywhere, for the glory of God.
Sincerely yours in Christ,
Most Rev. John Noonan
Bishop of Orlando
“…whatever you do, do everything for the glory of God.”
In Matthew’s Gospel, Chapter 5, Jesus concludes
the Beatitudes by telling his disciples:
“You are the light of the world. Your light must shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify our heavenly Father.”
We are called to teach
and live the Light of
Christ toward Goodness,
Righteousness and Truth.
We respond to this call
by enkindling a deeper
faith in the hearts and
minds of our brothers
and sisters; forming
leaders in Christ; and
harmonizing ministries
to the mission of the
Catholic Church.
our mission and vision
— 1 Corinthians 10:31
working together for the glory of God
More than 2,600 young people learn
to listen for God’s call through FOCUS 11
and other discernment opportunities.
THIRTY-FIVE
men of the Diocese of Orlando
are in formation for the
priesthood, one of the
largest groups in our history.
Nearly 54,000 young people participate in a
faith formation opportunity through our parishes and
schools – and enrollment is increasing!
100,000 people are made
whole with food, medical care, and
spiritual comfort through the ministries
of Catholic Charities of Central Florida.
19,000 people find opportunities for spiritual
renewal, self-improvement and Christian fellowship
through Hope Community Center, Catholic Campus
Ministry, and San Pedro Retreat Center.
enkindling faith
ENKINDLING FAITHIn a room full of energetic seventh graders, Dominican
Sister of Adrian, Michigan, Rosemary Finnegan
brings to life the teachings of the Catholic Church.
As a member of the Dominican order, she knows the
importance of education in spreading the Catholic
faith. As a religion teacher at St. Margaret Mary
Catholic School, Winter Park, she sees her students live
what they’ve learned every day.
“The value of Catholic education is that values are
instilled from an early age,” said Sister Rosemary.
“We are committed to not only the academic life of
the child but also their moral, spiritual, and overall
growth.”
Gifts made to Our Catholic Appeal ensure that
Catholic education and formation are available to
as many children as possible. Funds raised contribute
to tuition assistance and scholarships, as well as
professional development training for teachers in
both the schools and parish faith
formation programs. Operating
costs, accreditation, strategic
planning, and technology
enhancements are also supported
by Our Catholic Appeal, allowing
our children to receive a quality
education in a faith filled environment.
“When you support Our Catholic Appeal, you are
supporting the faith of future generations. You are
contributing to a legacy,” added Sister Rosemary.
“…you are supporting the faith of future generations.”
forming leadersFORMING LEADERS
In her eight years with the Diocese of Orlando
Vocations Office, Sister of St. Joseph of St. Augustine
Kathleen Power has helped eighty-seven seminarians
on their journey to the priesthood and now has the
privilege of seeing eight of those men currently serve
the people of God as priests in Central Florida.
As the Assistant Director of Vocations, Sister Kathleen
guides our seminarians every step of the way from
their initial discernment to the day
of their ordination. She is a witness
to their love and joy for Jesus Christ
and the people of God.
“The best part is to see a young man go into a parish
and to hear from his parishioners how much they love
him. To see his gifts being received so well – that is
the greatest joy,” she said.
Arriving at that point is a nine year process for
young men and includes intense discernment, prayer,
education, and spiritual growth guided by the
Vocations Office staff and two regional seminaries.
Tuition assistance available through gifts to Our
Catholic Appeal makes this time of formation
possible.
“It is only when the Catholic people are able to
support these young men financially and spiritually
with prayer that they can become our priests – and we
need them as our priests,” Sister Kathleen added.
“The best part is to see a young man go into a parish and to hear from his parishioners how much they love him. ”
harmonizing ministriesHARMONIZING MINISTRIESIn the midst of the fast-paced Orlando International
Airport, La Salette Missionary Father Robert Susann
provides a moment of peace and blesses a family from
Puerto Rico
before their
departure. In
the bustling
airport he has
only a short
time with
the travelers
he meets
each day,
but as the
only airport chaplain for the past eleven years, Father
Susann knows the value of a moment.
“Airport ministry is a ministry of presence,” he
explained. “I bring Christ to the people whether it’s 5
minutes, 10 minutes, or just 15 seconds. People see
the collar and know that Christ is with them.”
Part of the tourism ministry of the diocese and
supported by Our Catholic Appeal, the airport
ministry brings the Good News of Jesus Christ
to Central Florida’s visitors. Walking through the
terminals that see 38 million people each year,
Father Susann shares Christ’s peace with people of
all faiths who are traveling for a
variety of reasons and with wide-
ranging emotions. In addition to
celebrating two Sunday Masses in
the airport chapel, he daily offers
prayers, blessings, the Sacrament of
Penance, a kind smile, and calming
words.
“Christ welcomed everyone. It’s an important
ministry for the Church because the Church goes
where the people are. The Church is made to bring
Christ,” he added.
“Airport ministry is a ministry of presence.”
Latin for “Light of Christ,” the Lumen Christi Society
honors those Catholic friends who, through a gift of
$2,500 or more to Our Catholic Appeal, enable our
diocesan ministries to bear witness to the light that
never dims.
Lumen Christi Society
For a list of current Lumen Christi Society members, please see The Catholic Foundation of Central Florida’s annual report at
www.cfocf.org/annualreport
Anonymous (3)*Mr. Joseph Amrhein, Sr.Selim & Huguette AyoubTimothy & Anita BehlerAlbert & Mary BergeronJoe & Carol BertMichael & Melissa BianculliJames & Catherine
BonenbergerKevin & Jennie BowlerHarry & Sharon BrandtMrs. Elizabeth BridgesMichael & Jet BroomPatrick & Beth BrownKen & Mary Pat BurkeGary & Julie M. BurkeyMr. Andrew P. CanezaLarry & CeCe CarrollMr. Nicholas DegelDavid & Lynda DennisWilliam Dingman & Debra WertJim & Deborah DoyleMichael & Fredrika ErdmanErnest & Tina EulerMr. Clarence P. GeisMike & Pam GilardiMrs. Leida HaddockAndrew & Linda HanniganMrs. Helene A. HarmonMr. Richard HarringtonMr. Andrew M. HealyRon & Celeste HenkelmanJerry & Peggy HilbrichEric & Diane Holm
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Irumudomon
Mark & Roxane JagerBrian & Jennifer JurbalaMichael & Aimee KakosAllan & Linda KeenMark & Cindy KeenanChip & Ann LandonMrs. Bernadine LanzanoRichard & Frieda LicursiMs. Annette LommerseMs. Frances LommerseMs. Virginia LommerseBrian & Janet LowerMrs. Frances J. MarinoHarvey & Carol MasseyJames & Tara McCahillDr. David Marcantel & Kelly
McCarthyMr. Charles McNultyJohn & Anita MitchellTom & Jeanne MoranJohn & Ultima MorganLarry & Lisa MullinaxMr. Thomas J. MyersDr. Michael A. Nocero, Jr.Louis & Paulette ParadisoJohnny & Amy PineyroRandy & Kathleen PolinerKevin & April PowersTom & Selby PrinceTerry & Jeanne QuigleyPat & Louise RaineyJose & Pearl Ramirez
David & Janice RamosMiss Catherine RothDwight & Lisa SaathoffDerrik & Susan SandbergPeter & Teresa SchaeferLee & Mariann SchmuddeMrs. Marilyn SciortinoHanscy & Sandra SeideRichard & Dolores ShantzTodd & Lisa SouthDon & Joan StrubeDonald & Peggy StrubeRick & Marlys StrubeStephen & Cindy Strube
Thomas & Nona StrubeTim & Jen StrubeSteven & Jill ThagardTom & Cairn UstlerKeith & Donna Van AllenJerry & Maria VaxmonskyStephen & Erin WallaceMs. Barbara WeitekampRoderick & Mary WhelanTom Winters & Rebecca MorooseFrank & Nita WittSteve & Lori ZepfRobert & Renda ZielkeVictor & Jackie Zollo
*May God grant eternal rest to Joseph Amrhein, Sr., a faithful friend of the Church. He is greatly missed.
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represents those faithful of the Diocese of Orlando who have generously contributed $10,000 or more
to Our Catholic Appeal 2014.
Corpus Christi Society
573 individuals and families are members
of the Lumen Christi Society.
Our Catholic Appealallocation Our 2015 Goal: $13,500,000
Prayer for Our Catholic AppealO Lord, we praise you for the many gifts you give
us each day; from the moment we were a presence
in our mother’s womb to the grace-filled rise of the
sun to the blessing of Sacrament to the night which
ushers us rest.
Help us to grow in our living faith. Guide us to
serve as leaders to bring about holiness. Bring us to
share ourselves selflessly in all things in
a spirit of love of You.
In the Eucharistic banquet, You give Yourself
completely and entirely to us.
We give you our return, O Lord, with gratitude
knowing there is no measure to the gift of the Cross
which brings us resurrection.
Catholic Education & EvangelizationCatholic Schools, Faith Formation, Campus Ministry, San Pedro Center, Communications, Buena Nueva FM, Tourism Ministry, Family Life
26%
26%
12%
10%
4%
22%
Clergy & Consecrated LifeVocations, Seminarian Education, Clergy Formation, Permanent Diaconate, Bishop’s Office, Liturgy, Liturgical Music
Parish Services & AdministrationConstruction & Design, Finance Offices, Human Resources, IT, Parish Accounting, Archives, Tribunal
Stewardship & DevelopmentParish Development Services, Fundraising
Human Life & SolidarityAdvocacy & Justice, Bishop Grady Villas, Catholic Charities of Central Florida, Hope CommUnity Center, Mission Office/Sister Diocese
State & National OutreachFees for United States Conference of Catholic Bishops, Florida Catholic Conference
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