June 19, 2009
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Bishop Emeritus William G. Curlin carries a monstrance at Pennybyrn at Maryfield in High Point June 14.
Poor Servants of the Mother of God. “We are celebrating the real presence of Jesus in the Eucharist,” Bishop Curlin said during his homily. Perpetual adoration is the practice of exposing the Eucharist 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Volunteers are recruited from within the community and beyond to be present in the chapel at all hours of the day and night. “A lot of our residents participate, but it also brings in a lot of people from off campus,” said Edward Cordick,
Pennybyrn public relations director. “It makes this a very special place.” “We feel Christ’s living presence through adoration of the Blessed Sacrament,” said Sister Philo, a Sister of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in High Point. “It is a constant reminder of Christ, and a place where one comes to receive healing,” said Tom Burke, a parishioner of Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in High Point, who has been volunteering at the chapel for 15 years. “Contrary to public opinion, there are a lot of religious people willing to keep the chapel manned 24/7,” he said. Bishop Peter J. Jugis celebrated Mass and led a eucharistic procession there to celebrate the 10th anniversary in 2004. Bishop Curlin said he was happy to return for the 15th anniversary. “I believe the perpetual adoration chapel has enriched our diocese with immeasurable blessings,” said Bishop Curlin in an interview. “It was an honor to officiate at its beginning, and an honor to see its continued growth.” “The challenge for us today,” he said during his homily, “is not just to see Jesus in the tabernacle, but to bring him out with us to all the suffering people of the world.” Contact Editor Kevin E. Murray by calling (704) 370-3334, or e-mail kemurray@charlottediocese.org. SEE MORE PICS More photos of the 15th anniversary are online at www.charlottediocese.org.
Get in the spirit of cottage living at Pennybyrn. It’s all here: the ambiance of a charming neighborhood, an Adoration Chapel and two other chapels, walking trails and gardens, friendly neighbors, and gracious cottages that welcome you home. Each with a bright, open design and generous appointments. And just steps from your door, the Pennybyrn Community & Wellness Center and complete Fitness Center. Full-service retirement living with a whole new spirit, where daily Mass is offered on-site. A new community built on tradition and credibility and just 10 minutes from Greensboro. Call or come by today.
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The perpetual adoration chapel at Pennybyrn at Maryfield in High Point is pictured June 14.