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Sr. Mary Rinaldi’s letter Dear Friends, The show of hands on our cover, belonging to Salesian Sisters and students, speaks volumes. The setting is Villa Madonna School in Tampa, FL. The occasion was a milestone in the project to construct a much-needed Pavilion, a covered outdoor space for sports and gatherings, sheltered from the brutal Florida sun. Before Wichman Construction poured the concrete foundation, Sisters and students gathered to scatter medals of Mary Help of Christians, invoking her protection over all who will assemble and play there in the future. It was a solemn and prayerful moment, captured in the expression of fourth-grader Aliana Delaphena. Speaking of construction, St. Joseph’s Chapel continues to rise! Gift opportunities are still available. See page 3. Our two main fundraisers for the year are just around the corner – and virtual: the Autumn Gala for Mary Help of Christians Academy on November 11 (see page 7) and the Thanksgiving Basket for Villa Madonna School and the Salesian Youth Center on November 18 (see page 17). Please join us and support our students! Thanksgiving is also nearly upon us, and we Salesian Sisters have so much for which to be thankful, thanks to all of YOU. God bless you! Peace,
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Please pray to St. Joseph “As we Salesian Sisters continue our journey to bring Christ to the young, to spread the charism, and to create a Holy Family in our communities, it is the example, protection, and guidance of St. Joseph that will help us do so,” says Sr. Joanne Holloman, Provincial Superior. As the Year of St. Joseph comes to a close on December 8, 2021, we share the traditional prayer which the first Salesian Sisters in Mornese, Italy, sang in Italian nearly 150 years ago.
St Joseph, my dear one, come to my house, I’ll wait for you. Come, see, You know what is missing. Come, look, whatever is missing, bring it, and if something isn’t supposed to be in my house,
Come, St. Joseph, and take it away!
Editorial Board Dr. Joe McAleer, Editor Sr. Mary Rinaldi, FMA, Director of Development Sr. Brittany Harrison, FMA, Editorial Manager Sr. Suzanne Dauwalter, Theresa Anderson & Anna Anderson, Copy Editors Federal Tax ID # 22-6043753 © 2021 Missionary Society of Salesian Sisters, Inc. PRIVACY POLICY:
Your name, address, and other information are held in confidence by our ministry and will never be sold, rented, or given to any other organization. Please call us toll-free: (877) OUR-NUNS
The niche for the statue of St. Joseph.
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t is so exciting to watch the ongoing construction of the new St. Joseph Chapel at Mary Help of Christians Academy! Each day brings us new perspectives and revelations – and brings us ever closer to our expected completion date of next May (please God!), four years after the devastating fire.
The stand for the Tabernacle, where Our Lord will reside.
There’s still time to consider a lasting memorial or tribute to those you hold dear. We’ve prepared a list of gift opportunities (right) to enable us to purchase furnishings and liturgical items for the new Chapel. To obtain a copy and for more information, please call (973) 904-0102 or toll-free (877) OUR-NUNS, or e-mail Sr. Mary Rinaldi: sr.mary@salesiansisters.org. Thank you, and God bless you!
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Celebrating the profession of First Vows and Final Vows
“I am so happy that God has called me!”
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ugust 5 is always a banner day in the life of the Salesian Sisters, for on this day each year we celebrate significant vocational milestones: the profession of First Vows and Perpetual or Final Vows. First Profession culminates the first four years of a young woman’s vocational journey to become a Salesian Sister. Sr. Natasha Roig and Sr. Anne Weis professed their First Vows in the presence of the Salesian Provincial Superior, Fr. Timothy Zak, SDB, in St. Anthony’s Church in Hawthorne, NJ. In addition to a limited number of guests in person, the liturgies were live streamed on the Salesian Sisters’ Facebook channel. Reflecting on the moment, Sr. Natasha said, “I am so happy that God has called me to be a Salesian Sister! To me, making my First Profession means I am Jesus’ beloved spouse and my life is now dedicated to inviting all of God’s children to the wedding feast of Heaven!” Sr. Anne shared, “It was an overwhelmingly beautiful experience to profess my vows before my Sisters, family, and friends, knowing that it was God’s grace that made it possible for me to stand there and to now live this consecration.”
From left, Sr. Christina Chong, Sr. Lillian Foxx, Sr. Hae-Jin Lim, and Sr. Myriam Meus. The Sisters prostrate themselves before the altar during the Litany of Saints. This ancient posture shows the gift of their lives to God as well as prayer for their perseverance.
Our joy continued in the afternoon when four Salesian Sisters professed their Final Vows in the presence of Bishop Kevin Sweeney of the Diocese of Paterson. Final Vows are typically made after a Sister has professed temporary vows for six to 10 years. This marks their permanent commitment to God as they give their lives forever to Him for the salvation of young people. The four making their final vows were: Sr. Christina Chong, Sr. Lillian Foxx, Sr. Hae-Jin Lim, and Sr. Myriam Meus. Above, Sr. Hae-Jin Lim and Sr. Christina Chong present the gifts of bread and wine to Bishop Sweeney. At right, Sr. Lillian Foxx signs the book on the altar after professing her vows. Photos by Sr. Fran DaGrossa, FMA
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“Giving my life to God forever as a Salesian Sister brings me great joy and peace because I know that God is faithful and He will forever be with me,” shared Sr. Myriam. “I pray that my response to God’s loving invitation to follow in the footsteps of St. Mary Mazzarello and St. John Bosco helps the young people that I encounter to find happiness in life.” We rejoice with our Sisters and their families and thank God for the gift of their vocations! Please call us toll-free: (877) OUR-NUNS
Sr. Lillian Foxx with her parents, Patrick and Marian, and brother, Matthew.
Sr. Myriam Meus’ sister and her religious education students from Jersey City, NJ, turned out in full force!
Sr. Hae-Jin Lim, whose family was unable to attend, pins a corsage on Sr. Eileen Joseph.
Sr. Christina Chong with her parents, Gemma and Christopher.
Ready to cut the cake following the profession of their First Vows are Sr. Anne Weis and Sr. Natasha Roig, joined by Sr. Joanne Holloman, Provincial Superior, and Sr. Karen Dunn, Director of Novices.
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Now more than ever
Please Adopt a Sister!
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specially in these uncertain times, please consider joining our friends of all faiths who have experienced the transforming power of prayer and loving friendship with a Salesian Sister, every day of the year, through our Adopt a Sister Program. Whether the Adopted Sister is for yourself, a family member, or a friend in need of spiritual strength, you will find comfort knowing that your intentions will be remembered each day by your spiritual prayer partner. And it makes the PERFECT gift, especially for a wedding, Confirmation, birthday, anniversary, Christmas – any occasion! Please complete the form below, visit us online at www.salesiansisters.org, or call us toll-free: (877) OUR-NUNS. Thank you, and God bless you!
Enjoying the seasonal sunflowers in Hawthorne, NJ, are Sr. Betty Ann Martinez, Sr. Maria Nguyen, Sr. Mary Jackson, and Sr. Marisol Guzman.
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Mary Help of Christians Academy benefit, November 11
Autumn Gala will honor military service
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he annual Autumn Gala is the most significant fundraiser for the Financial Aid Fund of Mary Help of Christians Academy in North Haledon, NJ. We had hoped to gather together in person, but decided it was best to host an online Virtual Gala for the second year in a row. Last year’s success was a direct result of your continued commitment and faith.
Michael Losurdo
We have chosen a special day for our gala: Veterans Day: Thursday, November 11. Let’s make a difference in our students’ lives while paying tribute to the men and women in active military service and our veterans, while also remembering many who have passed. The four “Ambassadors” of our gala are not only longtime friends and supporters of the Salesian Sisters but also represent those who put their lives on the line for the freedom we all enjoy. Michael Losurdo, U.S. Army Corporal, has a granddaughter who graduated from Mary Help, Jacqueline Colangelo, class of 2015. William “Bill” McLaughlin, U.S. Army SPEC 4, has an alumna daughter, Shalini McLaughlin, class of 1996. Bill was Chairman and Trustee of the Salesian Sisters Partners Circle for many years. Catherine and Elizabeth Livi, LTJG U.S. Navy Reserve, graduated with honors from Mary
Catherine & Elizabeth Livi
Bill McLaughlin
Help in 2015. We invite you to send a congratulatory note to one of our Ambassadors or send a gift tribute (below). Our event, which will be livestreamed on the web, will include an auction and other ways you can support the Financial Aid Fund. Please join us on November 11! For more details and a link to the auction and gift tributes, visit our website: one.bidpal/autumngala2021. – Sonya Fernandez
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Look! There’s my Salesian Sister!
Here’s how to find us around the Province
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t’s moving time! As many of our Salesian Sisters have received new assignments, here’s a handy reference to locate us across our Province of St. Joseph. Please write, e-mail, or call – we love to hear from you! FLORIDA Blessed Laura Vicuña Convent 226 S.W. 20th Road Miami, FL 33129-1429 Telephone: (305) 857-9186 Website: www.ilsroyals.com Sr. Kim Keraitis, Animator Sr. Katie Flanagan Sr. Myriam Meus Sr. Eileen Tickner Villa Madonna Convent 2611 N. Massachusetts Ave. Tampa, FL 33602-1306 Telephone: (813) 229-1322, ext. 393 Website: www.villamadonnaschool.com Sr. Lou Ann Fantauzza, Animator Sr. Janet Keller Sr. Mary Louise Mazzocco Sr. Marie Fe Tansioco Sr. Anne Weis St. Mary Mazzarello Convent 3000 53rd St. SW Naples, FL 34116 Telephone: (239) 348-2911 Website: www.sjnceltics.com Sr. Patricia Roche, Animator Sr. Susan Bagli Sr. April Cabaccang Sr. April Hoffman
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LOUISIANA Immaculate Conception Convent 608 1st Avenue Harvey, LA 70058-2276 Telephone: (504) 325-5980 Websites: www.icschargers.org www.theacademyofourlady.org Sr. Michelle Geiger, Animator Sr. Lillian Foxx Sr. Natasha Roig Sr. Janna San Juan NEW JERSEY St. Joseph Provincial Center and Provincial Offices 655 Belmont Avenue Haledon, NJ 07508-2301 Telephone: (973) 790-7966 Website: www.salesiansisters.org Sr. Joanne Holloman, Provincial Superior Sr. Helene Godin, Animator Sr. Catherine Altamura
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Sr. Mary Arciga Sr. Margaret Rose Buonauito Sr. Mary Ann Caspary Sr. Antoinette Cedrone Sr. Esther Cruz Sr. Fran Da Grossa Sr. Angela De Capua Sr. Rufina Delgado Sr. Virginia Dickey Sr. Rosalie DiPeri Sr. Anita Durocher Sr. Fanny Florez Sr. Brittany Harrison Sr. Ann Hottot Sr. Pauline Joss Sr. Emilia Kassab Sr. Clare Kennelly Sr. Balbina Lopez Sr. Carmen Morales Sr. Catherine Novo Sr. Mary Bertha Paquin Sr. Louise Passero Sr. Anna Ragogna Sr. Elizabeth Russo Sr. Maryann Schaefer Sr. Livia Setti Sr. Judith Suprys Sr. Teresita Teran Sr. Carmela Termine Sr. Mary Terzo Sr. Ines Valentin Sr. Margaret Wilhelm Sr. Pat Winterscheidt Sr. Mary Ann Zito Mary Help of Christians Academy 659 Belmont Avenue North Haledon, NJ 07508-2397 Telephone: (973) 790-6200 Website: www.maryhelp.org Sr. Maria Colombo, Animator Sr. Christina Chong Sr. Colleen Clair Sr. Suzanne Dauwalter Please call us toll-free: (877) OUR-NUNS
Sr. Domenica DiPeri Sr. Eileen Joseph Sr. Theresa Lee Sr. Mary Rinaldi Sr. Arlene Rubino Sr. Kelly Schuster Sr. Denise Sickinger St. Theresa Convent 112 North 23rd Street Kenilworth, NJ 07033-1256 Telephone: (908) 276-5028 Website: www.mysts.org Sr. Marisa DeRose, Animator Sr. Isabel Garza Sr. Molly Heine Sr. Rachel Lauritsen Blessed Eusebia Palomino Convent 172 Washington Avenue Hawthorne, NJ 07506 Telephone: (973) 304-1243 Website: www.stanthonyschool.org Sr. Marisol Guzman, Animator Sr. Mary Jackson Sr. Betty Ann Martinez Sr. Maria Nguyen Sacred Heart Retreat Center and Novitiate 20 Old Swartswood Road Newton, NJ 07860-6221 Telephone: (973) 383-2620 Website: www.sacredheart spiritualitycenter.org Sr. Karen Dunn, Animator Sr. Nivia Arias Sr. Ramona Beltré Sr. Theresa Kelly Sr. Florine Lagace
CANADA www.salesiansisterscanada.com Our Lady of Good Counsel 10504 139th Street Surrey, British Columbia V3T 4L5 Telephone: (604) 584-0055 Sr. Cora Beboso, Animator Sr. Hae Jin Lim Sr. Beatrice Valot
NEW YORK Corpus Christi Convent 135 South Regent Street Port Chester, NY 10573-3510 Telephone: (914) 937-4405 Website: www.cchrs.org Sr. Lise Parent, Animator Sr. Elfie DelRosario Sr. Boram Lee Sr. Liz Ryan OHIO St. Francis de Sales Convent care of: St. Francis de Sales High School 4212 Karl Road Columbus, OH 43224 Telephone: (614) 267-7808 Website: www.sfdstallions.org Sr. Loretta DeDominicis, Animator Sr. Guerline Joseph Sr. Joo Yun Park Sr. Monique Huart
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Don Bosco Center 178 Steeles Avenue East Markham, Ontario L3T 1A5 Telephone: (289) 597-2208 Sr. Theresa Samson, Animator Sr. Joyce Bermejo Sr. Teresa Li Sr. Rosa Mak Sr. Pat Melanson Sr. Cecilia Park Nativité de Marie 300 Montreal Road Cornwall, Ontario K6H 1B4 Telephone: (613) 937-4956 Sr. Lise Guitard, Animator Sr. Raymonde Dicaire Sr. Francine Guilmette Sr. Liliane Roy Laura Vicuña Center 8555 Avenue Joliot Curie Montréal, Québec H1E 5J6 Telephone: (514) 648-8279 Sr. Rejeanne Asselin, Animator Sr. Alphonsine Basque Sr. Jeannine Landry Sr. Claudette Parent St. Dominic Savio Convent 9299 Ave. Pierre de Coubertin Montréal, Québec H1L 2H6 Telephone: (514) 351-6233 Sr. Alphonsine Roy, Animator Sr. Pierette Carpentier Sr. Rena Cormier Sr. Pauline Cossette Sr. Françoise Fontaine Sr. Estelle Johnson Sr. Roberte Johnson Sr. Ethel Rousselle Partners in Giving • Autumn 2021 •
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he Salesian Sisters Partners Circle was founded in 1991 to provide unrestricted funds for urgent needs of the Salesian Sisters and their mission. These include support for capital needs, scholarship assistance, technology upgrades, and funds for those unforeseen situations that require immediate attention (such as during the COVID-19 pandemic). Your annual contribution to this fund empowers the Sisters to continue their mission: To Provide Financial Assistance and Volunteer Services to the Salesian Sisters and to the Young People in their Care for the Advancement of Education, Vocations, and Community Life. The fire which destroyed the Chapel at Mary Help of Christians Academy in May 2018 underscored the vital importance of the Partners Circle Fund, enabling the Sisters to respond quickly in an emergency.
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There are nine levels of membership, starting at $250, which are listed on these three pages. PC denotes a member of the Partners Circle National Board of Trustees, a group of talented lay people who advise the Sisters on distribution of the fund. Won’t you consider joining this dynamic group as we celebrate our 30th anniversary? Please call us today: (877) OUR-NUNS. Thank you, and God bless you!!
The Joseph J. McAleer, Sr. Heritage Society Major Bequests FLORIDA Dorothy & Dr. Vincent Bagli Josie & Ray Campo Anne & Joseph Garcia Ann Lowry Murphey Angel Oliva Family The Dorothy Thomas Foundation --INDIANA Mrs. Beatrice Lightfoot
NEW JERSEY Tony Amato Family The Carini Family Mr. Anthony Petrocelli Ms. Roberta Ruocco Ms. Celeste Tripi Mr. Vincent Waraske --NEW YORK Mrs. Pearl Kalikow
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new or upgraded Partners Circle Members so far in 2021! Shown in RED
Partners Circle “Stewards” Annual gift of $11,000 FLORIDA Sherry Millar --NEW JERSEY Anonymous Joseph Batelli
Annual gift of $5,500
FLORIDA Mr. & Mrs. Javier Baldor Ms. Caroline Barnhill Lydia & John Oliva Mrs. Beverly Rohde Susan & Jeff Turner --NEW JERSEY Al Daloisio, Jr. Mr. Robert Harkins Maria L. Lopez Mr. Bill McLaughlin Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Pfeifer Joseph & Rita Weiner
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Christopher & Corinne Schiavo & The Shepherd & the Knucklehead Pub --INDIANA Mr. & Mrs. Judson Church --NEW YORK Mr. John Cassara Beruta & James Dell’Orto
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Partners Circle “Friends” Annual gift of $3,300
CONNECTICUT Mary Bridget Gaine --FLORIDA Idalia Lastra Barket Anthony & Geraldine Dell’Orto --MASSACHUSETTS Mr. & Mrs. Dennis Clair PC
NEW JERSEY Chris & Gemma Chong Frank & Rosemary Lupo Family --PENNSYLVANIA Mr. & Mrs. Vincent DeBow
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Partners Circle “Founders”
Annual gift of $2,200
CONNECTICUT Christina & David McAleer PC --DELAWARE Maria Sturchio --FLORIDA John & Pat Connors Anthony & Diana Ekonomou Lowry Murphey Family Foundation Mrs. Kathleen Medore NEW JERSEY Mr. Robert Eliseo Mr. & Mrs. Donald Hofmann Mr. & Mrs. Anthony M. Laino Marilyn & Dale Livi Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Massood
Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Papetti Rose Perone Andrelisa Michel & Michael Russo --NEW YORK Jordon Carroll Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Scala --PENNSYLVANIA In Loving Memory of Sr. Adeline Salvetti, FMA --SOUTH CAROLINA Tom & Laurie Aldinger
Partners Circle “Benefactors” ARIZONA Mrs. Ann Marie Forster --CALIFORNIA Mary & Robert Obenberger --COLORADO Jamie & Paul Condit --CONNECTICUT Linda & Peter Christiansen PC Mr. Michael Guarnieri PC Fabrizio & Barbara Zichichi FLORIDA Anne & John Bedlek Joseph & Claudine Caballero PC Terrell & Joe Clark Maria Restrepo Forte Dr. Giacomo & Mrs. Judy Guggino Aida Yglesias Jurado Greg & Lori Korte Barbara & Jim Major Dr. Patricia Mergo
Welcome new 2021 members in Red! PC denotes a member of the Partners Circle National Board of Trustees. Our Mission: To Provide Financial Assistance and Volunteer Services to the Salesian Sisters and to the Young People in their Care for the Advancement of Education, Vocations, and Community Life.
Annual gift of $1,100
Mr. & Mrs. Frank Middendorf NORTH CAROLINA NEW YORK Robert Nocek Chester & Monica Michewicz Ms. Lea Battiato Mr. & Mrs. Rob Obbink --Jo Ann & Joseph Ms. Marianne O’Doherty PENNSYLVANIA Caracappa PC Mr. Fredy Padovan Mr. & Mrs. Bob Danch John W. Lombardi Gene & Linda Perez Dr. Allyson & & Family Mr. Nick Suszynski PC Mr. Kevin Hardy The Sabatine Foundation --Mr. & Mrs. Angelo Silveri GEORGIA Mr. Robert Reiter --MASSACHUSETTS Annual gift of $825 Mr. & Mrs. Neil Holmes Deirdre Kelleher CONNECTICUT VIRGINIA Mr. & Mrs. Ted Reading Dr. Joe McAleer PC Dr. Evelyn Garcia ----& Michael Maurer NEW JERSEY FLORIDA Ms. Debi F. Debiak, Esq. Declan & Shelly Mansfield Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Anne & Fred Michaels Della Cerra Rene & Phyllis Rodriguez Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Granatell Mr. & Mrs. Terry Wood James Construction Co., Inc. --Michael & Mary Losurdo NEW JERSEY Mrs. Faith Menard Joseph W. & Kathleen Buckley Mrs. Maureen O’Halloran Mr. & Mrs. Greg Scott Robert & Constance Sumas Theresa E. Unanue Mrs. Carolyn Young
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Partners Circle “Members” ARIZONA Anonymous --CALIFORNIA Joanne & Geraldine Rizzuto --CONNECTICUT Anonymous Mr. & Mrs. Edward F. Goin Mr. & Mrs. Robert J. Mosey --FLORIDA Dr. Kenneth Alonso Mr. & Mrs. Mark Anderson Mrs. Liana Baldor, in memory of Ana Maria & Carlos Sr. Mr. & Mrs. Richard Caldevilla PC Mr. & Mrs. Carlos Baldor, Jr. PC Mrs. Trudy Carey Dr. & Mrs. Antonio Castro Mr. & Mrs. Charles Corces, in memory of Charles J. Corces Dr. & Mrs. Emilio Echevarria Manny & Aggie Fernandez Mrs. Leslie Garcia PC Mr. & Mrs. Luis Garcia Joseph Phillip, Jr. & Julia Jones Mr. James D. Leone Mark & Heidi Oliva PC Mr. & Mrs. Mark S. Reynolds
Alina M. Roces Rudy Rodriguez Hon. & Mrs. E.J. Salcines Mr. & Mrs. David Smith Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Tomaino Ron Yates --GEORGIA Mr. Charles Fantauzza Mrs. Brooke McDonald --ILLINOIS The Mills Family --INDIANA Andrea Dealynn Sandra M. Freeman --LOUISIANA Mr. & Mrs. George LeBlanc --MARYLAND Adrienne & Albert Marra --MASSACHUSETTS Ms. Josephine Petrillo --NEW JERSEY Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Amatuzzi Anonymous Tiziana Anello, M.D. Mary Joan Collison
Annual gift of $550
Ginnie Sitdham Larry & Mary Anne Condit --Ms. Anita Cronk PENNSYLVANIA John J. Eccleston Mr. & Mrs. Brian Clair Mr. & Mrs. Michael Ferrito Ms. Kate Clair Dr. & Mrs. Louis Gambetta PC Barbara (Levings) Hedgecock Joann Giamonco Dr. & Mrs. Joseph Piotrowski Teresa Gutto Mrs. Eileen Seeburger Vivian Isenberg --Mr. James Lane SOUTH CAROLINA Laura Cosentino Mannarino Mackenzie Clair Mrs. Diva Muller --George & Jeannie Pavlik TENNESSEE Mrs. Christine Peragallo Mr. Terence P. Clair Twinkie & Michael Polizzi PC --E.N. Sarantis VIRGINIA --Mrs. Dominique Faust NEW YORK Karl & Laura Zauner Michael & Jeanette Altamura --Mr. & Mrs. Jack Betwarda WASHINGTON Mr. & Mrs. Kevin Clair Mr. Keiran C. Clair Mrs. Rose Mary Clair Ms. Claire Dell Mr. Walter Lazarcheck Mrs. Margaret Reilly-Antalec --NORTH CAROLINA Mr. & Mrs. Paul Liotard --OHIO Dale & Lynda Kovach In memory of Mr. Fred Mastrogiovanni
Partners Circle “Quarter Century Club” CALIFORNIA Sophia Suda Rev. Paula T. Webb --CONNECTICUT Anonymous Mrs. Eileen G. Hahnenkratt Mr. Patrick J. Waide, Jr. --FLORIDA Jon & Michelle Barry Amanda Clair Kurt & Laura Badertscher Mr. & Mrs. Edward Gomez, Jr. Amy & Kevin Jarman Mr. & Mrs. John Mangin, Jr.
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Joan Palmer John & Pauline Pedrero Mr. and Mrs. Paul Schmid Mrs. Raymetta Stowers Jim & Rita (Zoppo) Vietmeier --MARYLAND Arina O. Grossu PC --NEW HAMPSHIRE Mr. & Mrs. Thomas DiMicelli --NEW JERSEY Julie Caucino Collins & Hogan Families Mr. & Mrs. David Hess
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Annual gift of $250
Msgr. Raymond Kupke Theodore & Lynda Leo Ms. Mary Bernadette Mazauskas Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Nowak Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Obetz Mrs. Mary Ann Ryan Anna & Richard Spalckhaver Maura & Michael Testa Karla T. Villarin Mr. Edward M. Zambrano --NEW YORK Mr. Patrick Clair Mr. & Mrs. Joseph Collison Mr. & Mrs. Charles Curcio
Megan & J.T. Hunt Ms. Peggeann Larywon Mrs. Carolyn Mesler --OHIO Anonymous --PENNSYLVANIA Bernadette & Fred Cairoli --SOUTH CAROLINA Elizabeth Craig & Michael Reeves, Jr. --TENNESSEE Robert & Kathleen Greenwell
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s I write to you, I find myself in Rome, Italy at the center of our Catholic Church and the headquarters of the Salesian Sisters. The purpose of my trip is to participate in our General Chapter. It is at these meetings, held every six years, that we take stock of where we are as Salesian Sisters and challenge ourselves to meet the future needs of young people in the world. As we reflect on the Scripture, “Do whatever He tells you” (John 2:5), we ask how we can be more authentic communities that give witness to hope and joy in our world.
I am here with Sr. Michelle Geiger, principal of the Time for the Academy of Our Lady in General Chapter Marrero, LA, and 170 other participants from all over in the the world. This Chapter is especially significant Eternal City. since we will be electing a new Mother General. Our current Mother General, Mother Yvonne Reungoat, has served in this capacity for 12 years, which is the maximum number of years a Sister can fill this very demanding position (actually, Mother Yvonne has served an additional year due to the pandemic). We were fortunate enough to have Mother Yvonne visit our Province three times, the last of which was wawhen we unified the Province of Canada and the Eastern U.S. Province and became the Province of St. Joseph. In addition to our new Mother General, we will also elect a new Council to help animate our worldwide Congregation of more than 11,000 Sisters. I ask for your prayers that this may be an efficacious meeting and that, together as an Institute, we may truly be witnesses of hope and joy to the young and all those whom we serve. Be sure of my prayers as well, coming straight from Rome! – Sr. Joanne Holloman, FMA, is the Superior of the Province of St. Joseph Visit us online! www.salesiansisters.org
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A moment of reflection for Sr. Theresa Samson at Woodbine Beach Park beside Lake Ontario in Toronto, Canada.
A Love That Lasts Forever You can honor a cherished relative or friend with an everlasting gift of love – a memorial. Our Partners in Giving Memorials & Tributes give you the opportunity to comfort those who have lost a loved one or to commemorate a special occasion. This gift lives forever, joining our loved ones to the prayers of the Salesian Sisters while supporting their good works. The name of your loved one will appear in our Partners in Giving magazine – a priceless gift to those you love. Give the gift that lasts forever. Enclosed is my Memorial/Tribute Gift of: ____ $25
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Received between August 1 & September 30, 2021 Sr. Carmen Peña, FMA Susan Taro Salesian Sisters Partners Circle National Board Christina & David McAleer Dr. Joe McAleer Sr. Josephine Carini, FMA Gerald Marcial & Dale Renner Lillian Brunetti Mr. Wally Brunetti Daisy Valiente Mrs. Maggie N. Dominguez
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Joseph Lazarcheck Mr. Michael Guarnieri
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Ellen B. Nadeau Ms. Sandra M. Nadeau
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Memorials
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Betty Nicholas Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Quinn Msgr. Joseph Ferrito Mr. & Mrs. Charles Kern Knights St. Pius X Council #7536 Mrs. Jacquelyn Buday Mr. & Mrs. John Scala Mr. & Mrs. Carmen Bufardeci Mr. Steven Bufardeci Merry Heart Assisted Living Ms. Gloria Scmazzo Mr. & Mrs. Charles Incorvaia Janice Stevens Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Quinn
Carol Ann Semler Mr. & Mrs. Jeffrey Quinn Maria Nigroni Mr. Robert Nigroni Ralph Pensiero Mr. Michael Guarnieri Sue Mitsch Mrs. Frances Wilgren William “Bill” Corriere Mrs. Nancy Romano Laura Olsen Mr. Roger S. Olsen Lee Healy Dr. John J. Healy
Tributes Received between Aug. 1 & Sept. 30, 2021 Sr. Domenica DiPeri, FMA, 75th Jubilee Josephine Savage Sr. Colleen Clair, FMA Mr. William Donner
Sr. Christina Chong, FMA & Sr. Myriam Meus, FMA, First Vows Mr. Ed Zambrano
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Provincial Treasurer, Principal, Animator
Rest in peace, Sr. Carmen Peña, FMA
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he Salesian Sisters mourn the passing of Sr. Carmen Peña, FMA, on September 25 at the St. Joseph Provincial Center in Haledon, NJ. She was 87 years old and this year celebrated the 65th anniversary of her religious profession. Sr. Carmen was born in Saltillo, Mexico, one of four children of Genaro and Carmen Peña. She met the Salesian Sisters when she attended Excelsior Elementary School in Monterrey. “I did feel at times that our Lord wanted me to become a Sister,” she recalled. “The life of the Salesian Sisters, working with young people, attracted me.” After high school, Carmen continued her studies, enrolled in a secretarial course, and worked in an office. Yet, she admitted, “Whenever I spent time in prayer and reflection, the thought of a vocation to religious life returned. I did not have the courage to think about it, much less act on it. Jesus began to make Himself strongly felt in my life by making me feel the emptiness and transitory nature of things I cherished.” On January 31, 1953 – the Feast of St. John Bosco – Carmen spoke to a Salesian Sister in Monterrey regarding her decision to answer God’s call. She began her initial religious formation in Morelia and was accepted as a postulant in January 1954. Her period of formation began in Mexico and ended in Turin, Italy, where she was accepted into the novitiate. In 1956, Sr. Carmen professed her first vows. For two years, she remained at the International University of Turin to complete her studies. For the next 18 years, Sr. Carmen was happily involved in Salesian schools in Laredo and San Antonio, TX, first dealing with the little ones, then preparing herself to teach natural sciences. She had, in fact, received her B.A. in Biology and Chemistry from the Incarnate Word College in San Antonio. Sr. Carmen was next assigned to Elizabeth, NJ, as principal at St. Anthony School and animator of the community.
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A broadening of experiences occurred when, in 1979, Sr. Carmen became the financial administrator (treasurer) of the United States Province. It was a time of challenges and of innovations, especially when in 1987 the province split into Eastern and Western branches. Sr. Carmen was not only entrusted with differing responsibilities including that of being the Provincial Vicar, but she also programmed the finances on the computer system which gave further impetus to accuracy, efficiency, and thoroughness. Sr. Carmen was also present when the Salesian Sisters Partners Circle was founded, playing an active role. After 12 years Sr. Carmen was sent to the Sacred Heart Center in Newton, NJ, as animator and treasurer. In subsequent years, she continued to assume the role of animator in several houses of the Eastern Province in New Jersey, Florida, and Louisiana. Earlier this year, due to health reasons, Sr. Carmen left St. Mary Mazzarello Convent in Naples, FL, to live in the St. Joseph Provincial Center. Sr. Carmen was a figure of wisdom and exemplified the presence of Mary among us. She gave us an example of great generosity. She was persevering, practical and farsighted in her work and decisions. She saw the needs of the Sisters and provided with delicacy and affection. Her spirit of sacrifice and self-giving was rooted in her deep faith, in the love for Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament, Mary Help of Christians, and St. Joseph to whom she entrusted the needs of the Province. On the occasion of her 65th jubilee, Sr. Carmen said, “Being a Salesian Sister has not dulled the thrill of those first years of hearing and answering God’s call. Though I cannot count the number of friends I have encountered in my various roles of service, I can only thank God, my own family, and my Salesian family, for having entrusted to me St. John Bosco’s special love for the Blessed Mother and for youth.” May she rest in peace. Partners in Giving • Autumn 2021 •
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Coming out of chapel at the St. Joseph Provincial Center are Sr. Teresita Teran, Sr. Elizabeth Russo, and Sr. Balbina Lopez.
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or the past 18 years, the “Thanksgiving Basket” annual fundraiser in Tampa, FL, has been successful in bringing together the community to raise much-needed funds for the Joe & Anne Garcia Salesian Youth Center/ Boys & Girls Club and Villa Madonna School. This event is a favorite of many, and while it’s a shame it cannot be in person once again this year due to the unfortunate circumstances surrounding us, we are gearing up for another entertaining virtual evening.
can always be found lending a helping hand and supporting in whatever way is needed. To cite a few examples: Leslie taught sign language to the kids in the Salesian Youth Center; serves as President of the South for the Salesian Sisters Partners Circle National Board; and over the years has helped to organize and grow the annual Adopt a Sister Luncheon in Tampa as well as the Thanksgiving Basket. It’s now time to say a proper thank you!
Please join us on November 18 for a fun online program featuring testimonials from Sisters and friends and exciting Leslie Garcia, auction items, all in support of the Villa class of 1980 Salesian Youth Center and Villa Madonna campus. Register by November 1 to be eligible to win This year’s honoree, Leslie J. Izquierdo Garcia, $250 in gift certificates from Columbia Restaurant! has been a huge part of the Salesian Sisters for her Visit salesiansisters.home.qtego.net or please call entire life. As a child, she attended Villa Madonna Theresa Anderson for more information: School, and after graduation, never left! Leslie has (813) 205-3195. See you online! remained close with the Sisters and their works, and
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Our virtual Thanksgiving Basket will take place in the comfort of your own home on Thursday, November 18, at 6:30 p.m.
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s the Salesian Sisters’ community and student body in North Haledon, NJ, continued to grow in the 1970s, the need for a larger chapel was apparent. Here Sr. Providence Favaloro (d. 1995) and Sr. Adeline Salvetti (d. 1988) shed tears as they walk through the remains of the Sowerbutt House, which served as the Sacred Heart Novitiate, Chapel, and Salesian College. It was torn down in preparation for the new St. Joseph’s Chapel, which was consecrated in 1976. Construction of our new Chapel on the same site is well under way (see page 3).
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ST. FRANCIS DE SALES HIGH SCHOOL, Columbus, OH – Sr. Monique Huart joins students at a Back-to-School prayer service held at the newest ministry for the Salesian Sisters. Joining Sr. Monique in Ohio are Sr. Loretta DeDominicis, Sr. Guerline Joseph, and Sr. Joo Yun Park. More news in the next edition of Partners in Giving! ACADEMY OF OUR LADY, Marrero, LA – Students, faculty, and staff were welcomed back to school on “Flashback Friday,” an assembly revolving around visiting past decades through music. Before the fun could start, we welcomed our newest members to the Academy family. Big sisters pinned their little sisters and members of Student Council pinned all new students in other grades.
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ST. JOHN NEUMANN HIGH SCHOOL, Naples, FL – Students and Salesian Sisters, including Sr. Susan Bagli (above), helped to distribute food to neighbors in need. It was a beautiful opportunity to pray with and for people, to hear a little of their stories and just offer a smile or cheerful greeting. Students enjoyed being able to serve and “see Jesus in those we serve, but also to let them see Jesus in you.” Please call us toll-free: (877) OUR-NUNS
Salesian School Alumni Spotlight
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ho’s got game? Look no further than Trinity Baptiste. The star forward for the Wildcats of the University of Arizona led her team to the 2021 NCAA Women’s Basketball Championship, losing by just one point to the Stanford Cardinals. It’s no surprise that Trinity was then drafted by the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) to play professionally for the Indiana Fever. Trinity is a proud alumna of the Joe & Anne Garcia Salesian Youth Center/ Boys & Girls Club in Tampa, FL, where she could be seen dribbling a ball from an early age. Now age 23 and six feet tall, Trinity spoke with Partners in Giving about her formative years and her exciting career.
Did you play much basketball at the SYC? I played all different sports: basketball, flag football, baseball, and kickball. The funny thing is, I was the only girl who ever wanted to play basketball. I loved everything at the SYC. We did arts & crafts, went on field trips during the summer, learned a lot, and even played competitive sports against other Boys & Girls Clubs. If I am blessed to have kids one day and live in Tampa, my kids will definitely go to the SYC. We always had people looking out for us. They were like our parents away from home! How did you wind up playing professional basketball? When did you start going to the I played basketball in middle Salesian Youth Center (SYC)? school, high school, and in I went to elementary school college, first at Northwest just around the corner from the Florida State, then Virginia SYC, so I was there most Tech, and as a graduate student afternoons from the age of four at Arizona. I was the 24th pick Trinity Baptiste gives Shelton Jones, until maybe 13. My sister, who is in the 2021 WNBA draft, chosen SYC director, a few pointers! three years older, came with me, by the Indiana Fever, but was Photo by Joseph Anderson and my cousins were also there. then waived by the team. As It was a huge part of our childhood. there are only 12 spots on the team, it is common to be waived, especially for rookies. It means any other Did you have a favorite staff member? WNBA team can pick you up at any time. It’s funny – now that I’m older, I would say it was I received a contract to play in Russia during the definitely the director, Shelton Jones, and the second off season. Many players go overseas to keep playing in charge, Cynthia Blake. As a kid, I didn’t understand and make money. why they had to be so strict with their discipline, but as an adult I definitely appreciate it. They taught me so Any worries about traveling and being so far away much and helped form me into who I am today. from home? I remember being so tall when I was 7, and really None at all. My faith in God is strong, and I know wanting to be with my sister and cousins in the older He is watching over me. I love to travel, and was lucky play group. So I told Shelton I was 11. He looked at me to visit the Bahamas, France, and Italy with my college and told me to stop lying, as he had my paperwork. I teams. was caught! I quickly learned to always tell the truth! My goal now is to have good stats and plenty of I’ll also never forget Sr. Clare Kennelly, who was wins in Russia so I will have a better chance of being there every day and really cared about us. She took her picked up by a WNBA team next spring. time telling us stories and giving us good advice for life, and we really listened to her. – Theresa Anderson Visit us online! www.salesiansisters.org
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SALESIAN SCHOOLS ! VILLA MADONNA SCHOOL, Tampa, FL – A new family-friendly Christian TV series has just been launched on the web by a Villa Madonna parent, and it features Villa students! Rob Reynolds, founder of Cross Boss Media, has been working hard over the past three years on “Studio 3:16” (studio316.com), designed for children ages 7-12. Episodes follow a high-spirited Christian recording artist named Shevin (actor Shevin McCullough) who must discover how Gospel passages are relevant today so he can reconcile his own shortcomings, keep his job, and teach kids about God through his music. In the first episode, “Don’t Tell Anyone! Mark 7:31-37,” Shevin announces he’s going to keep his music a big secret. Tensions escalate between his manager and him. Shevin learns the reason why Jesus told people not to spread the news about His miracles.
Villa Madonna School students featured on Studio 3:16 include (above) eighth-grader Nicholas Edwards, and (below) eighth-grader Domenica DeMayo, alumna Ysabel Glasser, and seventh-grader Ruby Reynolds.
With production happening in Tampa, the show includes actors and singers who are Villa students. Eighteen episodes will be released online by December. “There’s a high demand – a yearning –not just for great Christian content on the web, but for really great content that is Christian,” says Rob. “Just look at the huge success of ‘The Chosen.’” Rob and his wife, Marya, have six daughters, four of whom attend Villa, and one is a proud alumna. They also just welcomed a new baby boy! – Anna Anderson ACADEMY OF OUR LADY, Marrero, LA – “As iron sharpens iron, so a friend sharpens a friend” (Proverbs 27:17). Even before students set foot on Academy’s campus for the first day of school, the Peer Ministry team was planning and praying for each person’s return. Led by new faculty member Sarah Fouquet and former advisor Doris Bridges, the newly-initiated Peer Ministry leaders completed team building exercises, planned for campus ministry events, retreats
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and Masses, and were given a special Rosary by Ms. Fouquet to use during the year. Sydnie Jeansonne, a senior, was influenced by a former peer minister who led her to decide to be involved in ministry. “I remember going to my sophomore retreat and the girl who led my small group had such an impact on me,” Sydnie says. “As a peer minister, I hope to give someone that same feeling and help guide them in their spiritual journey.” Please call us toll-free: (877) OUR-NUNS
ST. JOHN NEUMANN HIGH SCHOOL, Naples, FL – The Class of 2025 enjoyed their Freshman Retreat organized by faculty and staff, including Sr. April Hoffman (left) and Sr. April Cabaccang (right).
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n September 3 in Miami, FL, the ImmaculataLaSalle High School football team played a momentous game, beating local rivals Belen High School for the first time since 1987! “When religious orders were expelled from Cuba in 1961, the Jesuits and the Christian Brothers maintained an ongoing football rivalry here in Miami,” explains Sr. Eileen Tickner. “This Cuban competition goes back to 1905 when the Christian Brothers founded LaSalle High School in Cuba; the Jesuits had founded their school in 1854. The first football game between the schools in Miami was in 1965, and when Immaculata– La Salle transitioned over to the Salesians, the rivalry continued. That Immaculata–LaSalle beat Belen, on their own field, with a score of 8 to 7, was a source of great pride and joy!” Congratulations, Royal Lions!
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For details, please scan the QR code above or visit our website: DonBoscoSalesianPortal.org, or contact Sr. Denise Sickinger: sisterdenise2431@gmail.com or (973) 851-7422. See you in Italy in 2022!
On the Journey with Sister B
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recently happened upon a rest stop in northwestern Pennsylvania. It was nothing exceptional from first glance, just some parking spaces and vending machines, but it seemed like a good place to do some stretching after a long drive.
your own, calming your body in ways few things can. I spied many shy visitors while I sat by the cheerful creek. The local creatures seemed curiously and peacefully aware of my presence in their midst and the butterflies came out to dance and show off their wings. “This must be what God felt when He declared all of creation ‘good’ and rested,” I pondered to myself as I watched a clumsy chipmunk try to hop from stone to stone across his secret path through the creek. Indeed, everything in that moment felt good, and so it was.
I like to wander. Yes, I am naturally quiet, but my spirit is adventurous and I am ever on the lookout for something interesting to see or learn. What caught my tired glance at this rest stop was a small wooden sign that said, “Fivemile Creek Trail,” with an arrow pointing into the trees lining the picnic area. I paused and pondered. I still had a long way to drive, and I typically would not walk into an unfamiliar forest alone. But “This must be what there were enough people around, I am a tough woman, and I did need a God felt when stretch break. Desire overcame reason He declared all of and I dove into the forest. It was like entering a magical world.
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The canopy of trees filtered the sunlight into glittering sparks dancing upon the wildflowers and fallen bark. The trail was clear, obviously used often enough to be beaten down into a path by the feet of other visitors. A small creek ran but a few yards down a slight ravine, and yes, in my Salesian white habit I descended, feeling emboldened by the tranquility there. The creek jumped and flipped over fallen trees and smoothed rocks; the water cool and full of life. Elegant lichen, emerald moss and various shades of mushroom lined the trail, with wild flowers sprinkled here and there like some fairy had thrown seeds hither and thither to make the area more decorative, just for the sheer beauty of it. I sat for a while, listening to the bird calls and the forest breathe. If you’ve ever spent time in a forest, you know it breathes; it breathes with the movement of the breeze and the swaying of the trees. Spend long enough in the forest and its breath becomes
When I finally left the forest, I felt such joy and refreshment, I marveled that not more people were intrigued and went down this path. What a relief the forest was from the long highway. What a gift those moments near the creek were. What a surprise was this “Sabbath” break.
I have often written of the importance of creating “Sabbath” moments for ourselves – time to simply step back and relax in whatever way we find refreshment. In our culture, we are driven to productivity, to the point of illness and the edges of our sanity. In six days, God made creation, declared it good, and then took a whole day to rest and enjoy it. Do we take these moments to rest and appreciate the “good” in our lives? Do we allow little Sabbaths, like this creek, to sneak up on us, and do we seize them when they come? God rested to show us it’s important to do it; that we are not made just for work. So may we all rest and be refreshed, and may the little Sabbaths during our week that sneak up on us, like Fivemile Creek, bring us new life.
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he Parent Teacher Guild of Mary Help of Christians Academy in North Haledon, NJ, hosted an Alumnae and Family Picnic to welcome everyone back for the new school year. Food and fellowship were enjoyed by all. The day of fun included a tug-of-war, a pie-eating contest, and a water balloon toss. There was even a dunk tank, with Sr. Kelly Schuster bravely having a go, assisted by teacher Katie Church. What Sr. Kelly did not count on (above) were the expert throwing arms of attendees!