Our Call Ursuline Associate Community Quarterly
April 2022
St. Angela Merici’s Feast Day Kathy Williams
Following a Mass to celebrate St. Angela Merici’s feast day on January 27, 2022, the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville officially transferred the $4.2 million Chapel Preservation Fund to Sacred Heart Schools, which are sponsored by the Ursuline Sisters. Ursuline President Sister Jean Anne Zappa presented Dr. Karen McNay a check for the full amount of the fund, which is donor restricted. The January 27 date is significant to both the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville and Sacred Heart Schools as it is the major feast day of St. Angela Merici, foundress of the Ursulines. Sister Jean Anne Zappa reflected, “Saint Angela called us to ‘build community wherever you go.’ We see this gift to Sacred Heart Schools as not just preserving a beautiful and sacred space, but living out Angela’s words and charism. Our hearts are nourished as we celebrate and give glory to God together in this chapel, and it leads us to build community with others when we go out to serve in the world.”
Top Left (L-R): Sister Yuli Oncihuay and Sister Rita Joseph Jarrell lead the procession. Fr. William Fichteman in back. Top Right: Sister Mary Martha Staarman and Sister Lee Kirchner arrive to celebrate St. Angela Merici’s Feast Day. Above: Ursuline Sisters of Louisville President, Sister Jean Anne Zappa (right), transfers preservation funds to Sacred Heart Schools President, Dr. Karen McNay.
A $3.5 million preservation campaign was started in 2017 by the Ursuline Sisters to celebrate the centennial of the
Circle: St. Angela Merici banner hung in the sanctuary throughout the Mass.
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Our Call
The Ursuline Associates are Christian women and men who, within their own state in life, join the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville in prayer, mutual support, and service. Together they seek to deepen their lives of prayer and service as followers of Jesus in the spirit and tradition of Saint Angela Merici, foundress of the Ursuline Sisters.
Staff: Bay Baltes 3115 Lexington Road, Louisville, KY 40206 (502) 896-3956, ext. 3127 bbaltes@ursulineslou.org or associates@ursulineslou.org 1
St. Angela’s Feast Day Sacred Heart Schools are blessed to carry on the tradition of the Ursuline Sisters and honor their legacy by caring for this sacred place. —Dr. Karen McNay, President, Sacred Heart Schools continued from page 1 Ursuline Chapel of the Immaculate Conception, also known as the Motherhouse Chapel, which was dedicated on December 8, 1917. In addition to being a sacred space for the Ursuline Sisters and Sacred Heart Schools, since 1997 the chapel has served the homebound by providing a location where “Mass of the Air” is video taped. The Masses are televised on WHAS, WBKI, WNKY and the Faith Channel every Sunday. This gift builds on the one that the Ursulines gave to Sacred Heart Schools in June 2019: the lease transfer of all buildings and land on the 48-acre Ursuline campus. Dr. McNay stated that, “Sacred Heart Schools are blessed to carry on the tradition of the Ursuline Sisters and honor their legacy by caring for this sacred place. We are grateful to our Sisters for this gift that ensures our students, faculty, alumnae, and community can worship and celebrate in the chapel for years to come.” To date, the following repairs and upgrades have been made to the chapel: new carpet, plaster repairs and painting of the chapel court, and protective windows installed over the stained-glass windows. The transfer of the fund will allow Sacred Heart Schools to preserve the Motherhouse Chapel on the Ursuline campus into perpetuity. Far left: Ursuline Chapel of the Immaculate Conception (Fall 2021). Left: Ursuline Sisters of Louisville President, Sister Jean Anne Zappa and Sacred Heart Schools President, Dr. Karen McNay sign the document to transfer ownership of the chapel.
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“United together in one heart” Donna Ising and Anne Reardon We are excited to announce an upcoming opportunity for each Associate to connect with someone who shares our sacred Ursuline charism that forever unites us into wholeness. This is your opportunity to branch out, to enrich and to open your life to someone new. “Associate Connect” will allow an Associate ASSOCIATE CONNECT from Louisville to create a longURSULINE SISTERS OF LOUISVILLE ASSOCIATES lasting contact with an Associate from another state. At this time in our world, we should set an example of what it means to be of one body. As the song says, “Let it begin with me.”
My last word to you, by which I implore you even with my blood, is that you live in harmony, united together, all of one heart. Be bound to one another by the bond of charity. See, then, how important this union is. Long for it, pursue it,
The Associates of Kentucky will connect with the Associates of Florida, Indiana, Iowa, Maryland, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, and West Virginia. During a time when we have felt so isolated and alone, this connection program will help all of us to feel closer to each other, as well as to St. Angela and her mission.
embrace it, hold onto it with
Please look for information in your mailbox in the weeks to come. Every Associate will receive a postcard (pictured below) which will allow anyone interested to sign up for this program. Consider this an opportunity for you to assist in St. Angela’s mission to build unity in our community. This is an opportunity to write a letter, make a phone call, connect via zoom or email—whatever is comfortable for you. Let’s complete this circle of Associates.
be in your midst.
The Associate Connect logo (top) was created by Kathy Williams and was inspired by the textile (below in circle) made by lifetime Associate Frances Franze. The members create a circle, representing our continuation of fellowship with one another. Many thanks to Kathy and Frances for their creative talents.
all of your strength. And I shall always – Saint Angela Merici Last Counsel
un ite d to ge th er in on e he ar t
ASSOCIATE CONN ECT URSULINE SISTER S OF LOUISVILLE ASSOCIATES
Enrich your Ursuline Sisters of Louisville Associate s experience with an opportunity to conn ect with other Associate s.
As Associates of the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville, we seek to deepen our lives of prayer and service as followers of Jesus in the spirit and tradition of Saint Ang ela Merici, foundress of the Ursu line Sisters. We are not on this jour ney There are over 160 men alone! and women living as Associates in Louisville, Maryland, South Caro lina and Peru. To enrich the experience of the call to be an Associate, it is imp ortant to remain connected with each other not just Louisvillian to Louisvilli an, Peruvian to Peruvian, but across borders to be a true COMMUNITY of Ursuline Sisters of Louisville Associate s. ASSOCIATE CONNECT is an opportunity for Associates to connect with another
Associate and to bett er connect with others outside their local community including Associates in Callao and San Miguel, Peru who will connect with each other. THE LOGO The logo is inspired by a textile made by Lifetime Associate Fran ces Franze (left). It illustrates the connectiv eness of the many parts that are “uni ted one heart” (from the Last together in Counsel of St. Angela Merici).
HOW IT WORKS Each Associate (includi ng homebound Associates) will select or may be matched with connect with
Watch for this postcard in your mailbox soon!
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– Last Counsel of Saint Ang
ela Merici
another Associate livin g outside their respective city, state or country. Each Adopted connectio n will develop a regular time (at least mon thly) via phone, FaceTime, Zoom to meet , other means to share pray letter or er, service, and support on this journey to embrace the “charism” of the Ursuline Community. ENRICH YOUR ASSOCIATE EXPERI ENCE Contact us today to take part in the Associate Connect prog ram.
TO ADOPT–AN–A SSOCIATE Contact Donna Ising at (502) 451-6354 or send an email to Bay Baltes at bbaltes@ursulineslou .org for a list of Associates available.
Associate Jubilarians Five Years Bob Lockhart Dottie Lockhart Amy Jo Nall Sue Pile Josh Shoulta Katy Sniegon Lisa Steiner
15 Years Jan Farrell Colleen Freeman Ruby Hyde Jacqueline Johnson Eileen Spears
20 Years
Above: Associates come together to break bread in a special service.
February Liturgy & Lunch Bay Baltes
The Louisville area Associates met for our monthly Liturgy and Lunch gathering on February 17. Instead of a Mass, we had a bread service organized by the Spiritual Nourishing Committee. The decision to offer a bread service occasionally rather than a Mass every month was made to be more inclusive to Associates who aren’t Catholic. We hope that this sends the message that, although the Associate Community is a group connected to Catholic Sisters, it makes every effort to provide worship opportunities to all its members, not just the ones who are Catholic. Audrey Truax led the bread service and offered a reflection on community, Donna Ising led the singing, and Theresa Butler provided the bread which was shared by all in attendance. After the bread service, everyone gathered in the Social Room for a box lunch and fellowship. Liturgy and Lunch continues to be a monthly opportunity for Associates to worship together and build community.
Paula Fangman Vernetta Gettelfinger
30 Years
Top: Josie Padilla assists the singing with her tambourine. Middle: Audrey Truax led the bread service. Above: Jill Ice prepares to share lunch.
Marlene Kramer
Above: Bay Baltes serves bread to Colette Dumstorf. Top: Theresa Bennett receives bread during service. Bottom: Associates (L-R) Patricia Hagan, Pat Turner and Mo Underhill. 4
In Memoriam Barbara Hevia of West Columbia, South Carolina, passed away on January 13, 2022 at the age of 74 with her family by her side. At the time of her death, Barbara was living with her daughter’s family. She graduated from the University of Tampa and retired as an elementary school teacher from St. Joseph Catholic School in Columbia, South Carolina. In retirement she enjoyed traveling, playing cards and spending time with her family and friends. Barbara and her best friend, Marianne Estock, who passed away in January 2021, became Ursuline Associates when they signed their initial covenants together in 1994. She is survived by two sons, a daughter, seven grandsons, many cousins, nieces, and nephews, as well as her community of Ursuline Sisters and Associates.
Lane Clatterbuck of Cumberland, Maryland, died on January 17, 2022 at the age of 87. Lane, a nurse, retired from the VA Medical Center in Martinsburg, West Virginia. She liked to read, crochet, play bingo, bowl, play croquet, bake and cook. She was also a eucharistic minister and lector at St. Ambrose Church in Cumberland and volunteered at St. Anthony Place. She was predeceased by her husband, Frederick M. Clatterbuck. She is survived by two sons, several grandchildren and great-grandchildren, and two sisters, Jean Wilson and Phyllis Clark, both Ursuline Associates, as well as her community of Ursuline Sisters and Associates.
Nominate a Deserving Woman for the
Since 1991, the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville have recognized women for their outstanding service and dedication with the Angeline Award. A nominee must meet the following criteria: • Demonstrates Christian leadership as a disciple of Jesus Christ by being actively involved with challenges that face women and families today • Reflects a contemplative love of God resulting in an openness and eagerness to serve the needs of others • Has a personal connection to the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville • Is able to receive the award in person at a ceremony on October 23, 2022 • For more information and to download a nomination form, visit: https://ursulinesisterslouisville.org/angeline-award/
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Cumberland Associates Continue to Meet During Pandemic Bay Baltes
Members of the Cumberland, Maryland, Associate Community, like everyone, were directly affected by the pandemic. However, they are very resilient and continue to meet for fellowship and prayer, and to plan future gatherings. On January 13, the community attended morning Mass at the Shrine of SS Peter and Paul in Cumberland. This was followed by a prayer service for the feast of St. Angela. The breakfast at Bob Evans Restaurant they had planned had to be cancelled due to the high rate of COVID locally. In early February, nearly half the community met at St. Mary’s Parish Center for a bag lunch gathering. Those in attendance were encouraged to sign up for a variety of responsibilities for the year. Bette Dugan graciously agreed to guide the community for the year and to be the contact person for the Ursuline Associate Community. She will be assisted by Maureen McGann, Linda Ratchford, Lois Miltenberger and Carolyn Neely. Various community members committed to help with activities, including spirituality, communication, kitchen duties, recruitment and formation, outreach, photos and articles, and prayer. At the end of the business meeting, the
group watched the video of the first chapter of Sister Martha Buser’s book, “Lover of Us All,” which was followed by a period of sharing. The community also made plans for gatherings through June. In March, the Associates will attend Mass at St. Patrick’s Church and then participate in a parish corned beef and cabbage lunch. In late April they will have a one-day mini retreat in St. Mary’s social hall with breakfast and a potluck lunch. The retreat will be directed by Ursuline Sisters. In late April or early May, Ellen McKnight, director of mission advancement, and I are planning a trip to Cumberland to meet with the community and share fellowship with them. These trips are always very enjoyable. On May 18 the community will enjoy dinner at Ruby Tuesday’s followed by Mass at the Shrine of SS Peter and Paul. At the Mass, deceased Cumberland Associates and Sisters will be remembered with a reading of their names. In June, the community will hold their annual summer picnic. There is nothing like a pandemic to make people realize how important community is! In Cumberland, the Associates continue to prioritize maintaining their connections with one another.
Prayers for the People of Ukraine The Leadership of the Ursuline Sisters of Louisville held a prayer service for peace and the people of Ukraine on February 28. Sisters, USAE staff and staff from Sacred Heart Schools attended.
Gracious God, in the days to come, we ask you to comfort the suffering, heal the wounded and accept the departed into your kingdom. We also ask that our holy Mother of God extend her protection and blessing over the Ukraine people and their country. We ask this in Christ’s name. Amen.
Top Left: Sister Rosella McCormick sings. Top Right: Sister Jean Anne Zappa leads the service. Left: Sister Anna Pham, O.P. and Sister Agnes Coveney join in singing. 6
Birthday Celebrations for the Quarter Here is the list of those who will be celebrating birthdays in the current quarter (April, May and June). Use your Associate Directory to reach out to the birthday person with a phone call or a card!
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Phyllis Clark, MD Judith Dombrowski, KY Sharon Clayton, KY Maria Delluomo, MD Anne McCollom, KY Betty Moore, MD Jill Schurman, KY Carrie Wentzel, KY Sister Rita Ann Wigginton, KY Denise Corey, KY Barry Paul, KY Sister Mary Donata Kokot, KY Sister Mary Theresa Burns, KY
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Sister Mary Martha Staarman, KY Sister Rita Joseph Jarrell, KY Linda Barry, MD Joanne Musteric, MD Joan Stallings, MD Lucila Salazar Fernandez, Peru Sister Mary Cabrini Hatley, KY Gladys Agurto Soldana, Peru Midge Meehan, KY Sister Loretta Krajewski, KY Sister Carol Curtis, KY Theresa Patterson, IN Jean Wilson, MD Josefina Gonzales Paucar, Peru Debbie Pustolski, MD Emily Mosby, KY Sister Anna Pham, O.P., KY Betty Brooks, KY Karen Welles, PA Sister Loretta Guenther, KY Maria Luisa Valdez Guerrero, Peru Sister Mary Lee Hansen, KY
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June
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Mary Kay Hyland, KY Sister Paula Kleine-Kracht, KY Barbara Ann Mercer, KY Beverly Belser, SC Maria May, KY Becki O’Bryan, KY Sister Lelia Marie Kirchner, KY Deborah Anne Stevens, IA Ana Maria Avila, Peru Mary Ann Daunhauer, KY Elizabeth “Betty” Bartosz, MD Sister Rose Ann Muller, KY Sister Maria Goretti Lovett, KY Mary Ellen Grabenstein, MD Paula Fangman, KY Colleen Freeman, IN
Advisory Board Associate Staff: Bay Baltes, Director bbaltes@ursulineslou.org
Sister Jo Ann Jansing ja.jansing@att.net
Todd Brock tbrock@evdio.org
Rory Polio aurora.polio@gmail.com
Donna Ising ajhoward17@bellsouth.net
Emily Mosby emily.mosby@twc.com
Lauren Hitron lhitron@shslou.org
Advisory Board: Michael Bratcher mbratcher@shslou.org
Ellen McKnight emcknight@ursulineslou.org
Sister Rita Dressman rdressman@ursulineslou.org
Lisa Steiner lisapsteiner@gmail.com
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Bay Baltes, Director Ursuline Associates 3115 Lexington Road Louisville, KY 40206