Chancery Bulletin May 2008
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Chancery Bulletin May 2008
Chancery Bulletin May 2008 May they rest in peace Table of Contents Rev. Arthur W. Heindl Fr. Heindl, age 94, from the Diocese of La Crosse died March 6, 2008. He was a priest for 51 years. Rev. James J. Mattucci Fr. Mattucci, age 91, from the Diocese of Madison died March 15, 2008. He was a priest 62 years. Rev. Msgr. William E. Stack Msgr. Stack, age 86, from the Diocese of Madison died March 20, 2008. He was a priest for 60 years. Rev. Norbert R. West Fr. West, age 90, from the Diocese of Superior died April 5, 2008. He was a priest for 51 years. Important Dates Priest Fellowship Days August 7, 2008 Priestly Ordination Rehearsal – Thursday, May 22, 2008 at 5:00 p.m., St. Maria Goretti Parish – Dinner following Priestly Ordination – Friday, May 23, 2008 at 7:30 p.m., St. Maria Goretti Parish, Madison Presbyteral Assembly XXVIII – September 28 – October 1, 2008 Chula Vista Resort, Wisconsin Dells Priest Retreat – November 2 – 6, 2008 Bishop O’Connor Catholic Pastoral Center, Madison 1. Liturgy Day Brochure – Office of Worship 2. NPM Convention & Summer Institutes Brochures – Office of Worship 3. RCIA Day Flyer – Office of Worship 4. Newsletter – Office of Justice & Pastoral Outreach 5. May Comparison Report – Office of Stewardship & Development 6. Calendar of Events – May, June, and July Office of the Vicar General 7. Pastoral Handbook Changes – May Office of the Vicar General 8. Intercessions for Life – May and June Local Liturgy Day Saturday October 18, 2008 Wyndham Milwaukee Airport Hotel & Convention Center 4747 South Howell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207 414-481-8000 Schedule Those registered for the 2008 National Meeting may attend any or all of the Saturday program at no additional cost. 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. 8:00 – 2:00 p.m. 9:15 a.m. 9:30 -10:30 a.m. 10:45 – 11:15 a.m. 11:15 – 12:30 p.m. 12:30 - 1:45 p.m. 1:45 – 3:00 p.m. On-site Registration & Exhibits Exhibits Open OPENING PRAYER KEYNOTE ADDRESS: Archbishop Timothy Dolan Exhibits and Break WORKSHOPS: BLOCK A Lunch (on own) and Exhibits WORKSHOPS: BLOCK B (repeated from Block A) Keynote Address Saturday, October 18 9:30-10:30 a.m. Jesus, the Source of Our Unity: Formation for the Liturgical Community Most Reverend Timothy M. Dolan was ordained to the priesthood on June 19, 1976. He then served as associate pastor at Immacolata Parish in Richmond Heights, Mo., until 1979 when he began studies for a doctorate in American Church History at the Catholic University of America. Before completing the doctorate, he spent a year researching the late Archbishop Edwin O'Hara, a founder of the Catholic Biblical Association. Archbishop O'Hara's life and ministry was the subject of the Archbishop's doctoral dissertation. In 1987, Archbishop Dolan was appointed to a five-year term as secretary to the Apostolic Nunciature in Washington, D.C. In 1994, he was appointed rector of the Pontifical North American College in Rome where he served until June 2001. While in Rome, he also served as a visiting professor of Church History at the Pontifical Gregorian University and as a faculty member in the Department of Ecumenical Theology at the Pontifical University of St. Thomas Aquinas. Archbishop Dolan was installed as Milwaukee's 10th archbishop on August 28, 2002, at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. The local Liturgy Day is co-sponsored by the Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions and the St. Clare Center for Ministry Formation Local Liturgy Day Page 2 October 18, 2008 Wyndham Milwaukee Hotel Workshops Block A: Block B: 11:15 – 12:30 p.m. (A1, A2, A3, A,4) 1:45 – 3:00 p.m. (B1, B2, B3, B,4) A-1 & B-1 Sacrament of Unity The celebration of the Eucharist-the Sacrament of Unity-often is the focal point of division in our parishes and among our people. We often spend so much time trying to change what others are thinking and doing that we forget about our own need for conversion and a spirituality rooted in love. This session will offer reflections and practical suggestions for ministers who wish to renew their spirits and find once again the joy of their salvation. Dr. Patrick Gorman, is the director of the Office of Worship for the Diocese of Madison and director of the Madison Diocesan Choir. As director of the Madison Worship Office, Dr. Gorman has been involved in the liturgical formation and musical training of parish ministers throughout the dicoese. He is a former member of the FDLC Board of Directors. A-2 & B-2 The Spirituality of the Liturgical Minister Explore each of the liturgical ministries and help people understand how our lives are shaped by our ministry and how our ministry shapes our lives. Ms. Vicki Klima was Director of the Worship Center for the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis for close to 20 years. She has a Master's Degree in Liturgy from the University of St. Thomas in St. Paul. She is currently Director of Leadership Development at Pax Christi Catholic Community in Eden Prairie, MN and is a member of the FDLC Board of Directors. A-3 & B-3 Current Issues in the Celebration of the Holy Eucharist This workshop will raise and discuss several issues still remaining on the liturgical agenda in the United States, issues such as differing understandings of the Eucharist, the centrality of participation, a search for style, reverence, communion in a culture of individualism, Eucharist and life. Rev. Stephen E. Malkiewicz, O.F.M., (M.A,.University of Notre Dame) is Director of Worship at Saint Francis de Sales Seminary (Archdiocese of Milwaukee) and teaches part-time at Sacred Heart School of Theology, Hales Corners, WI.. He is presently chairman of the American Franciscan Liturgical Commission as well as a member of the Archdiocesan Liturgical Commission. A-4 & B-4 The Spirituality of Crossing Borders Fostering Unity in Diversity We know that our church is multi-cultural. How do we move beyond simply singing a song from another tradition or having a reading in a foreign language, to embracing a truly Catholic vision of the global Body of Christ in worship? Ms. Barbara Tracey is Liturgy and Music Coordinator for the multi-cultural parishes of St. Rose and St. Michael in Milwaukee, WI, where multi-lingual liturgies happen every weekend. She works with choirs of children, young people and adults that sing in their native Lao, Spanish, English and Hmong. Brother Rufino Zaragoza, OFM, from Oakland, CA, explores the richness of multicultural communities, researches Asian liturgical inculturation, and lectures on the joys and complexities of intercultural worship. Br. Zaragosa’s participation in this meeting is sponsored by OCP. Local Liturgy Day October 18, 2008 Page 3 Wyndham Milwaukee Hotel Registration Postmarked Before 9/8/08 Postmarked Before 9/8/08 Single Registration Discount Registration (5 or more**) $25 each $20 each $35 each $25 each ** The FDLC is pleased to offer a $5 discount per registration to parishes registering 5 or more for the Saturday Liturgy Day.. Please complete 1 form per registrant. All completed forms must be mailed together with payment in one envelope. About the Sponsors THE FEDERATION OF DIOCESAN LITURGICAL COMMISSIONS (FDLC) is a national organization devoted to the promotion of liturgical renewal in the dioceses and parishes of the Untied States. FDLC membership is principally composed of members of diocesan liturgical commissions or worship office in the dioceses of the United States and its territories—those appointed in a diocese by their bishop to be responsible for its liturgical life. Associate and industry members also support the work of the Federation. The FDLC serves as an official consultant to the Bishops’ Committee on Divine Worship and acts as a medium through which the BCL can consult diocesan directors of worship throughout the United States. In furtherance of its goal of promoting in parishes Vatican II’s call for liturgical renewal, the FDLC continues to develop and produce popular liturgical resources for parishioners and parish liturgy personnel. Part of the FDLC web site is devoted to an ongoing project of freely-available liturgical catechesis for parishes, with accessible material being provided or suggested by the member diocesan offices and commissions. Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions 415 Michigan Avenue, NE, Suite 70 Washington DC 20017 (202) 635-6990 www.fdlc.org THE SAINT CLARE CENTER FOR MINISTRY FORMATION at Cardinal Stritch University is designed for the education and formation of lay and ordained ministers of the Milwaukee Catholic Archdiocese and other Christian churches of Southeast Wisconsin. Shaped by the Franciscan tradition and serving a diverse, ecumenical community, the Saint Clare Center for Ministry Formation assists the Stritch Religious Studies Department in helping students discern their individual callings and prepare for a wide variety of ministries. The Center is working in collaboration with the John Paul II Center of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. Saint Clare Center for Ministry Formation Cardinal Stritch University 6801 N. Yates Road Milwaukee, WI 53217 (414) 410-4000 Wyndham Milwaukee Airport Hotel & Convention Center 4747 South Howell Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53207 414-481-8000 Local Liturgy Day Saturday, October 18, 2008 REGISTRATION INFORMATION Make checks payable to: FDLC National Meeting. DISCOUNT: Parishes sending 5 or more to the Liturgy Day For further information, contact the FDLC National Office at 202–635–6990 (M-F, 9-5 EST) or [email protected]. REFUNDS Requests for refunds, less $15 processing fee, must be submitted in writing to the FDLC National Office by Sept. 12, 2008. may deduct $5 per registrant (i.e., the cost is $20 per person). Complete a registration form for each registrant All registrations must be sent together in one envelope. Payment must accompany the registrations. Mail the below form with payment, postmarked before September 8 to: When completed registration form and check are received, a confirmation will be returned along with the additional meeting information. FDLC National Meeting 415 Michigan Avenue, NE Suite 70 Washington, D.C. 20017 Milwaukee Local Liturgy Day Please duplicate this form for each registrant. Please print. TITLE (e.g. Rev., Sr., Mr., etc.) NAME BADGE NAME * *In addition to your full name & title, this name will appear in large bold letters, e.g. Mike, Sue. ADDRESS CITY/STATE/ZIP PHONE FAX EMAIL DIOCESE SPECIAL NEEDS? POSTMARKED Before 9/8/08 POSTMARKED After 9/8/08 Single Registration $25 $35 Discount Registration (See above instructions) $20 $25 **Become an Associate Member $75 $75 Liturgy Day Registration Fee Total Enclosed: Make checks payable to: FDLC National Meeting Mail to: $ Check Number: **Associate Members of the FDLC receive the FDLC Newsletter and 25% discounts on FDLC Publications. FDLC National Meeting 415 Michigan Avenue, NE Suite 70 Washington, D.C. 20017 WORKSHOP SELECTION (Please check one for each block) BLOCK A 11:15 – 12:30 PM A1 A2 A3 A4 A5 BLOCK B 1:45 – 3:00 PM B1 B2 B3 B4 B5 sunday& monday East Brunswick, NJ Sunday & Monday SCHEDULE Sunday, June 29 4:00-8:00 pm Registration 5:00-8:00 pm Institute Begins Monday, June 30 7:30 am-1:30 pm Registration Vocal Institute for Cantors, Choir Singers and Directors 8:00 am Liturgical Space Crawl Barbara Witham McCargar and KurtAlexander Zeller 8:00 am Organ Crawl 9:00 am Exhibits Open 9:00 am-Noon MusEd Morning 9:00 am-Noon Music Ministry Leadership Retreat Witham McCargar 10:30 am-Noon Waiting for Love An Advent/ Christmas Cantata Opening of the Convention 1:00 pm WELCOME PLENUM ADDRESS 2:45-3:45 pm Group Showcase 3:00-6:00 pm Exhibits open 4:00-5:00 pm Industry Showcase I—WLP 8:00-9:00 pm Unending Hymn of Praise 10:00-Midnight Late Night Expo Zeller An institute designed for choir members, cantors, and other vocalists that will address vocal techniques, the Alexander Method as it applies to vocal production, sight singing, body mapping, and how our voice serves the liturgy of the Church. The times for the institute are: Sunday 5:00—8:00 pm Monday 9:00 am—12:00 noon and 3:00—5:00 pm Tuesday 10:30 am—12:00 noon and 3:00—5:30 pm Wednesday 10:30 am—12:00 noon Thursday 9:15—10:30 am. Pre-registration required. Fee: $90 plus convention registration Organ Crawl 8:00 am - 12:00 noon Church of the Immaculate Conception, Somerville: 2002 Randall Dyer & Associates. III/30 St. Aloysius Church, Caldwell: 2007 Peragallo. III/TBD Includes digital division. Church of the Immaculate Conception, Montclair: 1916 Austin Organ Company. Rebuilt in 2007 Peragallo Organ Company. III/35. Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark: 1954-1990 Schantz Organ Company. IV/154. Fee: $30 Pre-Registration Required (includes box lunch) Music Education Morning 9:00 am—Noon Songs for School and Religious Education/ Formation Alison Adam A workshop for elementary school teachers to help build Adam up their confidence to lead new music in their schools. Resources will include short songs for classroom worship, school assemblies, celebrations of the Eucharist, and all occasions when song and prayer are required in a school year. Material will also be presented from the Iona Community and the global church, which enables all ages to sing together with integrity in worship. Pre-registration required. Fee: $50 MusEd members; $75 non-members Liturgical Space Tour 8:00 am - 12:00 noon St. Bartholomew Church, East Brunswick (2001). Features a beautiful setting for worship, hand-carved Italian crucifix and statues, fine acoustics, and good placement of music ministers. St. Cecilia Church, Old Bridge (1990). Utilizes stained glass from the original mission church in the sanctuary. Our Lady of Peace Church, Monmouth Junction (1992). Incorporates Romanesque and Gothic elements that lead the community to focus on the altar. Altar, baptismal font, ambo and tabernacle tower are constructed of green Verde Issorie marble with hand-carved bands of white Carrara marble. St. Charles Borromeo Church, Skillman (2005). Built in a monastic style and appointed with antiques, its setting reflects the theme, “A city set on a hill cannot be hidden.” Features 13 icons by Peter Pearson in the Eucharistic chapel. Fee: $25 Pre-Registration Required June 29-30 Monday Music Ministry Leadership Retreat 9:00 am–12:00 noon Cyprian Consiglio, osb cam Before the convention begins take some time to gather with full-time, parttime, and volunteer music directors, all leaders responsible for music ministry, under the guidance of a spiritual director, composer, and musician. The Consiglio morning provides time to feed your spiritual hunger, connect with others, and reflect on your vocation and ministry. Waiting for Love An Advent/ Christmas Cantata 10:30 am–noon Gerard Chiusano and Mary Hochman Pre-registration required. Fee: $50 An exciting new Advent/ Christmas Cantata for all ages. Chiusano CONVENTION OPENING AND PLENUM Hochman Sponsored by OCP. Christ Our Sure Foundation in the Face of Change 1:00 pm Carol Perry su Full, conscious, and active participation in the liturgy brings us into communion with Christ and with Christ’s Body, the Church. As we face change in the world and in the Church, we need to remain committed to Christ our center. Perry Joining our Voices to the Unending Hymn of Praise 8:00–9:00 pm at Princeton University Chapel Miller Come, join heart and voice with angels and saints in their "unending hymn of praise." Join in a hymn festival led by organist and director John J. Miller, with the Cathedral Choir and the Cathedral Brass and Percussion Ensemble from the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark, New Jersey. Gather in historic Princeton University Chapel for this festival of sacred song. Let the sound of voices soar in the chapel's magnificent space along with the sound of the majestic 137-rank organ built by E. M. Skinner (1928), Aeolian-Skinner (1954-1956), and N. P. Mander (1991). Bus transportation to Princeton is available. Sign up for the bus package on your registration form. Late Night Expo 10:00 pm–Midnight Gather at the Exhibit Hall at the end of an exciting first day to enjoy the company of friends and colleagues and to check out the incredible variety of products and services to assist you in your ministry. A cash bar will be provided. tuesday East Brunswick, NJ SCHEDULE Plenum Address 8:15 am Morning Prayer 9:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS 10:00 am Exhibits Open 10:30-11:45 am Breakout A 1:30 pm Industry Showcase II—OCP 3:00-4:15 pm Breakout B 7:00-8:00 pm Singing Christ - In Splendid, Varied Ways 8:45-9:45 pm Organ and Piano Works from the Catholic Tradition 10:15 pm Taizé Prayer A 08 The Liturgical Changes We Face Anthony Ruff, osb 9:00 am Worshiping communities and pastoral leaders face forthcoming changes in Ruff liturgical texts and music. What opportunities and challenges do these changes present? How can we arrive at a level of acceptance that will allow us to introduce the changes and to develop effective catechesis? A BREAKOUT SESSIONS A 01 The Cantor as Proclaimer of the Word Norma A. Garcia Lectionary Anthem Project: Advent/Christmas Year B Michael Wustrow Choral music of various styles, periods, and publishers will be presented. The music sung at this session will relate to the Scriptures of the day. A 09 Models of Multicultural Worship Rawn Harbor and Ricky Manalo, csp Ideas about what needs to be considered for a multicultural community to worship together. A 10 Young People Choosing Church: A Sense of Belonging Tony Alonso For youth and youth leaders: Join us as we uncover the deeper ways to help young people know that they truly have a place in the life and liturgy of the Church. TUESDAY—10:30-11:45 AM Part of the cantor’s ministry is to proclaim the Word of God. Explore what this means. A 02 Pastoral Musicians’ Dinner Working Together as One Patricia Kelly Practical tools to foster collaboration among those with whom you minister. A 03 Come join in a festive meal at the Cathedral of Saint Francis of Assisi to celebrate the ministry of pastoral musicians and the work of NPM! Pastoral Musician of the Year. Celebrate the contributions of composer, campus minister, and pastoral musician Steven C. Warner. Ebling-Thorne Dente Presiding with New Texts Thomas M. Dragga As new texts for The Roman Missal are on the horizon, explore what a presider needs to consider to prepare to pray these texts and help an assembly receive them. A 12 Choir Directing Basics Mary Beth Kunde-Anderson Consider the basics every choir director needs to know. Garcia A 04 Kelly Atwood Organ Repertoire for the Liturgical Year Nancianne Parrella Discover repertoire that will challenge the experienced organist and serve the liturgy. A 05 B BREAKOUT SESSIONS B 01 The Cantor as Artist Mary Clare McAlee A 06 B 02 Handbell Conducting Techniques Kathy Ebling-Thorne Enjoy a festive dinner with colleagues and friends as we celebrate excellence and the service of pastoral musicians! A 07 The New Missal: What Will It Mean? Thomas Dente Uncover the theologies that recent liturgical documents proclaim and invite us to pray. Managing Time, People, and Relationships Patricia Kelly Management advice to foster various aspects of your ministry. B 03 Organ Registration for Worship William H. Atwood Explore which stops create which sounds for the variety of ways the organ serves the liturgy. Questions and concerns will be addressed with as much information as we have. What Theology Are New Documents Praying? Steven R. Janco TUESDAY—3:00-4:15 PM Discover what it means for a cantor to serve the liturgy as an artist. Conducting techniques to help your handbell choir ring more effectively. Scholarships totaling more than $33,000 will be presented to pastoral musicians in graduate and undergraduate studies. Pre-registration required. Fee $35. See registration form. A 11 The Organ in the Liturgy: Leading the Assembly’s Song William H. Atwood Practical tips on how to lead the song of the assembly from the organ. Wendesday July 2, 6:00 pm Jubilate Deo Award. We honor the late Father Clarence Rufus Joseph Rivers, a liturgical music visionary and pioneer who incorporated the sounds of African American music in Catholic liturgy. Parrella B 04 Right and Left Brains Meet: Improvisation for Organists Renee Anne Louprette Introduce your creative mind to your technical mind and be surprised at the outcome. JULY 1 B 05 Handbell Repertoire for the Church Year Kathy Ebling-Thorne Resources to help you ring your way through the liturgical year. B 06 What Theology are We Singing? Steven R. Janco The sung Word and words form and expresses our faith. How are we being formed and how are we forming others? B 07 The Liturgical Year and Parish Liturgy Thomas Dente Explore the meaning of the liturgical year and how it affects the way we worship. McAlee B 08 Louprette Singing Christ—In Splendid, Varied Ways 7:00-8:00 pm A concert of a cappella sacred song presenting seven tenets of faith expressed in various ways, including works for double and multi-part choir, performed by the Metuchen Diocesan Chamber Choir and Caritas. Thomas DeLessio and Barbara Sanderman, conductors. Lectionary Anthem Project: Lent/ Easter Year B Michael Wustrow Resources for Multicultural Worship Norma A. Garcia and Ricky Manalo, csp Young People Choosing Church: A Sense of Meaning Tony Alonso For youth and youth leaders: Join us as we uncover the deeper ways to help young people find meaning in the life and liturgy of the Church. B 11 Preaching the Same Christ in the Face of Change Thomas M. Dragga Change is a constant in the liturgy, the Church, the political arena, and our land. Explore how to preach in ways that can help change be a positive force in life. B 12 Planning Sundays and Seasons: Music to Sing the Year Mary Beth Kunde-Anderson Practical musical resources that will help you plan from week to week and season to season. Taizé Prayer 10:15 pm Come and pray in song, candle light, Scripture, and silence around the cross and in the midst of icons at the close of this convention day. Janco Wustrow Join William H. Atwood and Paul Murray in a concert of solo organ works and duets for two organs or organ and piano. Atwood Murray Practical multicultural resources for your community’s worship. B 10 8:45-9:45 pm DeMasi A continuation of A-8, with a focus on Lent and Easter. B 09 A Concert of Organ and Piano Works from the Catholic Tradition Manalo wednesday East Brunswick, NJ SCHEDULE The Changing Face of the Church in the United States Donna L. Ciangio, op 8:15 am Morning Prayer 9:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS 10:00 am Exhibits Open 10:30-11:45 am Breakout C 12:30 pm Young Organists and Pianists in Concert 2:00 pm Industry Showcase III—GIA 3:30-4:30 pm Psalms and Songs for the Soul 3:30-4:30 pm Youth Sing Praise yourself and energize your ministry through this ‘rehearsal.’ Plenum Address 9:00 am Change is in the air! The Catholic Church in the U.S. Ciangio continues to experience changes in ethnicity, culture, family life, ministries, and institutional structures. Like all Americans, Catholics are deeply affected by the changing patterns of life brought about by technology. How do all these changes—and others—impact the worshiping community? C 07 A ‘practicum’ on the time-honored Gelineau psalms. C 08 10:00 pm “Rockin’ the Parkway” Contemporary Music Event C BREAKOUT SESSIONS C 01 The Cantor as Vocalist Mary Clare McAlee Conducting from the Console Pamela Momeyer Sound advice about how to conduct your choir from the bench. C 09 Choral Techniques from “Volunteers” to “Pros” Oliver Douberly It takes all voices to sing God’s praise. Explore techniques that will work with your choir, whatever their musical level. 6:00 pm Pastoral Musicians’ Dinner 8:00 pm EUCHARIST Singing the Psalter: Rediscovering the Gelineau Psalms Robert J. Batastini WEDNESDAY—10:30-11:45 AM Practical vocal techniques for the cantor. C 02 The Piano in the Liturgy: Leading Assembly Song Jerry Chiusano Tools for leading the assembly from the piano. C 03 C 10 Organ Repertoire for the Beginning Organist Lynn Trapp Resources for the beginning organist to build technique as well as repertoire that will serve the liturgy. C 04 Momeyer As we gather at the NPM 2008 Eastern Regional Convention, we celebrate our joy in music ministry by wearing the NPM Regional Convention T-Shirt on Wednesday, July 2. Order a convention T-shirt as you register! Anyone ordering a T-shirt with their registration will receive the shirt along with their registration materials. Shirts will also be on sale throughout the convention. Sign up for T-Shirt Day on the convention registration form. Please indicate size. Fee: $15 per shirt C 05 Cuddy Young People Choosing Church: Developing a Musical Competency Tony Alonso and Kate Cuddy For youth and youth leaders: Join us as we uncover creative ways to develop and encourage the musical and liturgical competency of young people. C 11 NPM/AGO Certification for Organ Paul Skevington The what, why, and how to prepare for the joint organ certifications. T-Shirt Day! Douberly Practical Skills for Young Guitarists, Vocalists, and Pianists John Angotti, Steve Angrisano, and ValLimar Jansen A clinic for youth: guitarists will gather with Steve Angrisano, vocalists with ValLimar Jansen, and pianists with John Angotti, to focus on these musical skills. Everything and the Kitchen Sink Barney R. Walker A crash course in arranging and orchestration for a full ensemble consisting of piano, bass, drum, guitar, brass, strings, and auxiliary percussion. C 06 Full, Conscious and Active Participation of the Musician Elaine Rendler-McQueeney Learning the notes and the words is only part of the challenge for the pastoral musician. Bring the liturgy to life through musicianship, discipline, spiritual depth, and artistry. Refresh Angotti C 12 Angrisano Jansen Basic Training for New Church Musicians: The Liturgical Bookshelf Sandra DeMasi, ssj The books with which every church musician needs to be familiar. Walker Rendler-McQueeny Batastini Youth Day Young Organists and Pianists in Concert 12:30-1:15 pm Experience a performance by high school organists and pianists, winners of a competition sponsored by the Metuchen NPM Chapter. Enjoy a box lunch as you ride to Kirkland Chapel and then delight in the musical skill of young organists and pianists. JULY 2 Youth Sing Praise: God Ever Present 3:30-4:30 pm Enjoy a concert of music presented by the St. James Youth Choir under the direction of Ms. Janet Natale. Natale Pre-Registration required: Fee $15 for bus and box lunch. See registration form. Convention Eucharist 8 :00 pm Gather at the Cathedral of St. Francis of Assisi around Word and Sacrament to celebrate our belonging to Jesus Christ, who is the same, yesterday, today, and forever! Metuchen Bishop Paul G. Bootkoski will preside, and Fr. Joseph Celano will preach. Bootkoski Psalms and Songs for the Soul 3:30-4:30 pm Celano Harbor Rockin’ the Parkway 10:00 pm John Angotti, Coordinator This popular event contains high energy contemporary music performances by a variety of artists, styles, instruments, voices, Angotti and peoples. Held for the first time at a regional convention, this event will be part of the day that focuses on youth and the young at heart. Co- sponsored by World Library Publications, OCP, and GIA Publications, Inc. Parker Rawn Harbor and Val Parker The Psalms provide us with many opportunities to speak of our experience of the Living God in our midst as well as the human experience in relationship to that God. Join in the sung prayer and experience an interpretation of these sacred texts from an African American cultural perspective. Sponsored by OCP. thursday SCHEDULE 8:15 am Morning Prayer East Brunswick, NJ D BREAKOUT SESSIONS D 01 The Cantor as Certifiable Joe Simmons 9:15-10:30 am Breakout D 11:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS & CONVENTION CLOSING D 08 THURSDAY—9:15-10:30 AM Everything you need to know about how to prepare for the NPM Basic Cantor Certificate. D 02 JULY 3 Practical tips for you to be as prepared as possible. D 09 The Piano in the Liturgy: The Styles of Our Worship John Angotti Everything You Want to Know about the Children’s Choir Program Michael Wustrow Explore what you need to start, maintain, and grow a children’s choir program in your pastoral setting. Explore the various styles in which the piano can serve and lead worship. D 03 Preparing Your Score and Your Rehearsal Oliver Douberly Building, Buying, or Maintaining a Pipe Organ Paul Skevington Discuss what needs to be considered and practical tips. Simmons D 10 Chiusano D 04 Trapp D 11 Learn how to make any score playable from the organ. Plenum Address & Convention Closing D 05 Touch that Knob with Care! Jerry Chiusano Sound advice for how to work with sound systems in your parish setting. D 06 New U.S. Music Documents Robert J. Batastini The U.S. bishops have recently approved two new documents: a Directory to guide approval of texts for singing; and Sing to the Lord, guidelines for music in worship. Explore the implications of these documents. 11:00 am - 12:15 pm We give thanks for the opportunity to learn and celebrate together. We go forth to witness and serve, singing God’s praise for sustaining and strengthening us in ministry in the midst of change! Youth: Developing Liturgical Competency Kate Cuddy and Steve Angrisano The Liturgical Musician: Rooted in Christ Cyprian Consiglio, osb cam Reflect on our identity as Christ-bearers to those with whom and to whom we minister as liturgical musicians. D 12 Resources for the Small Choir Mary Beth Kunde-Anderson Discover repertoire that will serve you and your community well. Plenum Address The Changing Face of Ministry in the Church Jerry Galipeau We pray for God’s blessing to continue the work that has been entrusted to us. We accept the sign of the cross as we commit ourselves to another year of service to God’s people at prayer. Consiglio Discover how to develop needed liturgical competencies in young liturgical musicians. Skevington Adapting Scores to the Organ Lynn Trapp Kendzia Alonso D 07 Dragga Kunde-Anderson Preparing the Parish for Change: Repertoire for Catechesis Tom Kendzia Liturgy forms us in faith. Discover musical and liturgical choices that can help a parish prepare for the various changes we face in the church, the world, and life. 11:00 am Reflect on the opportunities and challenges we face due to the declining numbers of clergy Galipeau and the surge in lay ecclesial ministers. How can we provide holistic formation for ministry? How can we more effectively mentor youth and young adults into music and liturgical ministry? NPM CENTRAL R EGIONAL CONVENTION RENAISSANCE JULY 8-11, 2008 CLEVELAND HOTEL —CLEVELAND , OH “Do Not Let Your Hearts be Troubled or Afraid!” [Jn 14:27b] IN THE MIDST OF CHANGE . . . The Church is in the midst of change—in liturgical practices, patterns of ministry, parish clustering, generational shifts, ethnic and cultural communities, and many more. Change may arouse fear but also can offer opportunities for hope and growth. In the midst of change we hear the words of Jesus, “Do not let your hearts be troubled or afraid” (Jn 14:27b), which give us the confidence to let go of the familiar and to embrace the challenges and opportunities that are set before us. Schedule at a Glance Monday, July 7 4:00-8:00 pm Registration Open 5:00-8:00 pm Handbell Institute Begins Tuesday, July 8 7:30 am-1:30 pm Registration Open 8:00 am Liturgical Space Crawl 8:00 am Organ Crawl 9:00 am Exhibits Open 9:00 am-Noon MusEd Morning 9:00 am-Noon Music Ministry Leadership Retreat 9:00 am-Noon Cantor Master Class Opening of the Convention 1:30 pm WELCOME PLENUM ADDRESS 3:30-4:30 pm Industry Showcase I—OCP 5:00-6:00 pm Hymn Festival: Tunes through the Centuries; Words for Today 8:00-9:00 pm Todd Wilson, Organ and Members of The Burning River Brass 10:00-Midnight Late Night Expo Wednesday, July 9 8:15 am Morning Prayer 9:00 am 10:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS Exhibits Open 10:30-11:45 am Breakout A 12:15 pm Lunchtime Organ Recital 1:30-2:30 pm Industry Showcase II—GIA 3:00-4:00 pm Industry Showcase III—Group 4:30-5:30 pm 8:00 pm Who Do You Say That I Am? 8:00-9:00 pm 10:00 pm Gospel Event: In Spirit and Truth Taizé Prayer Friday, July 11 8:15 am Morning Prayer 9:15-10:30 am Breakout D 11:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS & CONVENTION CLOSING REGISTRATION HOURS Monday 4:00-8:00 pm Tuesday EUCHARIST 7:30 am-1:30 pm 3:30-7:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am-1:30 pm Thursday, July 10 8:15 am Morning Prayer 9:00 am 10:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS Exhibits Open 10:30-11:45 am Breakout B 12:15 pm 1:30 pm Lunchtime Organ Recital Industry Showcase IV—WLP 3:00-4:15 pm Breakout C 6:00-7:30 pm Pastoral Musicians’ Dinner Thursday 8:00 am-noon Friday 8:00-9:00 am EXHIBIT HOURS Tuesday 9:00 am-1:00 pm 3:30-5:00 pm 10:00-Midnight Wednesday 10:00 am-6:00 pm Thursday 10:00 am-6:00 pm mondaytuesday Cleveland, OH Monday & Tuesday SCHEDULE Monday, July 7 4:00-8:00 pm Registration Open 5:00-8:00 pm Handbell Institute Handbell Institute Begins Tuesday, July 8 7:30 am-1:30 pm Registration Open 8:00 am Liturgical Space Crawl 8:00 am Organ Crawl 9:00 am Exhibits Open 9:00 am-Noon MusEd Morning Kinsey 9:00 am-Noon Music Ministry Leadership Retreat 9:00 am-Noon Cantor Master Class Donna L. Kinsey and Jeffrey Honoré An institute designed for handbell ringers and directors that will address the place of handbells in the liturgy, repertoire, conducting and ringing techniques, and the care of your handbell sets. Opening of the Convention 1:30 pm WELCOME PLENUM ADDRESS 3:30-4:30 pm Industry Showcase I—OCP 5:00-6:00 pm Hymn Festival: Tunes through the Centuries; Words for Today 8:00-9:00 pm Todd Wilson, Organ and Members of The Burning River Brass 10:00-Midnight Late Night Expo The times for the institute are: 5:00-8:00 pm 9:00 am-12:00 noon and 3:30-4:45 pm Wednesday 10:30 am-12:00 noon Thursday 10:30 am-12:00 noon and 2:45-5:15 pm Thursday 9:15-10:30 am HonorÉ Monday Tuesday Pre-registration required. Fee: $90 plus convention registration Organ Crawl 8:00 am–12:00 noon Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist: Holtkamp 1948; III/72, electropneumatic Trinity Cathedral (Episcopal): Flentrop 1977; III/39, mechanical Music Ministry Leadership Retreat 9 :00 am–12:00 noon Jerry Galipeau Before the convention begins take some time to gather with full-time, part-time, and Galipeau volunteer music directors, all leaders responsible for music ministry, under the guidance of a liturgist, writer, and pastoral musician. The morning provides time to feed your spiritual hunger, connect with others, and reflect on your vocation and ministry. Pre-registration required. Fee: $50 Liturgical Space Tour 8:00 am–12:00 noon St. Peter Church. The 1859 structure has been renovated for maximum liturgical flexibility. Altar, font, ambo, and processional cross created by renowned local artists. St. Andrew Svorad Abbey Church. As the home of the Benedictine monks in Cleveland, this space accommodates the worship of this community in a way that fosters dialogical and sung prayer. Severance Hall, home of the Cleveland Orchestra: E.M. Skinner 1931 / Schantz 2000; IV/94, electro-pneumatic Church of the Resurrection of Our Lord. This worship space contains multiple examples of award-winning artwork, including wall and floor mosaic, stone and bronze sculpture, stained glass, and liturgical furniture, all commissioned to reflect the mystery of the Resurrection. Dedicated September 26, 2004. Fee: $25 Pre-Registration Required Fee: $25 Pre-Registration Required Church of the Covenant: E.M. Skinner 1930 / Aeolian-Skinner 1958 / new console by Holtkamp 1996; IV/113, electro-pneumatic JULY 7-8 Tuesday Music Education Morning 9:00 am–Noon Songs for School and Religious Education/Formation Alison Adam A workshop for elementary school teachers to help build up their confidence to lead new music in their schools. Resources will include short songs for classroom worship, school assemblies, celebrations of the Eucharist, and all occasions when song and prayer are required in a school year. Material will also be presented from the Iona Community and the global church, which Adam enables all ages to sing together with integrity in worship. Pre-registration required. Fee: $50 MusEd members; $75 non-members Cantor Master Class 9:00 am–Noon Melanie B. Coddington and Jim Hansen A group class for cantors. Two master clinicians will Coddington offer practical suggestions to improve your ability to lead the assembly as a cantor and to proclaim the sung Word of God. Those who wish to sing, as time permits, bring two copies of a prepared psalm. Hansen Pre-registration required. Fee: $30 CONVENTION OPENING AND PLENUM A Collaborative Heart to Minister in a Time of Change 1:30 pm Doris Donnelly Leading and collaborating in a time of change first requires personal conversion. Let us consider together how to change our hearts to embrace the cross, to die to self for the good of others, to listen to one another, and to search for the truth in a spirit of openness. Todd Wilson and Members of The Burning River Brass 8 :00–9:00 pm Enjoy an exciting performance by organist Todd Wilson with timpani and members of The Burning River Brass. Donnelly A Hymn Festival: Tunes Through the Centuries, Words for Today 5 :00–6:00 pm Robert J. Batastini and Kelly Dobbs Mickus Come and lift your voice in texts of today using treasured tunes to create fresh hymns of praise and prayer. Batastini Mickus Sponsored by GIA Publications, Inc. Late Night Expo 10:00 pm–Midnight Gather at the Exhibit Hall at the end of an exciting first day to enjoy the company of friends and colleagues and to check out the incredible variety of products and services to assist you in your ministry. A cash bar will be provided. wednesday Cleveland, OH A 06 SCHEDULE 8:15 am Morning Prayer 9:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS 10:00 am Exhibits Open 10:30-11:45 am Breakout A 12:15 pm Lunchtime Organ Recital 1:30-2:30 pm Industry Showcase II—GIA 3:00-4:00 pm Industry Showcase III—Group 4:30-5:30 pm 8:00 pm Who Do You Say That I Am? EUCHARIST Plenum Address Spirituality for Change Christopher Walker 9:00 am Personal spirituality is a prerequisite for all service in the Church and especially for leadership in a time of change. Walker How do we move it from our “to do” list to make it a constant and conscious part of our lives? A BREAKOUT SESSIONS A 01 The Cantor as Leader of Prayer Melanie B. Coddington and Jim Hansen The Order of Christian Funerals: Music That Comforts David J. Anderson Resources to help celebrate the Order of Christian Funerals. A 07 Conductor and Organist James W. Kosnik Tools for deciding when to conduct and how to alter a score to do so. A 08 Changes in Culture, Liturgy, and Style Require Listening Stephen Petrunak Practical communication skills needed for ministry, especially in the midst of the changes we face. WEDNESDAY—10:30-11:45 AM Reflect on the vocation of the cantor to lead and foster the prayer of the assembly. A 02 A 03 The Piano in the Liturgy Nancy J. Deacon Anderson Discover how the piano leads and serves the assembly. A 09 Service and Hymn Playing to Lead Assembly Song Bob McMurray Techniques to help you lead the assembly from the organ. Kosnik Petrunak Children’s Choir Development and Techniques Katherine Plank Techniques to assist the development of your children’s choir, from recruitment through maintenance. A 10 Young People Choosing Church: A Sense of Belonging Tony Alonso For youth and youth leaders: Join us as we uncover the deeper ways to help young people know that they truly have a place in the life and liturgy of the Church. Coddington A 04 Hansen Deacon The Singing Guitarist Gael F. Berberick, Kevin Keil, and Barney Walker A 11 Resources to help clergy sing the liturgy. A 12 Bring your guitar for a hands-on workshop designed to help those who lead ensembles or need a new approach to singing while playing. A 05 The Singing Presider Anthony DiCello Choir Directing Basics Paul French The patterns, the music, and more! Tradition, Age, and Culture Jaime Cortez Much needs to be considered when planning multicultural worship. Explore how ethnic culture, age, and tradition interact in your planning. McMurray Berberick Walker Plank Alonso DiCello Registration Information Check or credit card payment must accompany registration. Advance registration must be postmarked on or before Advance Registration date. Registrations postmarked after this date will be computed at the regular/ onsite rate. You may also register online at www.npm.org. 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Specify special assistance required: ______________________ PREFERENCES If preferences are not indicated, no preference will appear on your confirmation. If demand exceeds space, your confirmation will gain you admittance to your registered sessions. Breakouts (Indicate Breakout Number) Tuesday A _____ B _____ Wednesday C _____ Events (Circle One) Thursday D _____ Wednesday Afternoon Psalms and Songs for the Soul Youth Sing Praise Mail This Form With Payment To: NPM • PO Box 4207 • Silver Spring, MD 20914-4207 • Phone: 240-247-3000 • Fax: 240-247-3001 (with Credit Card Info ONLY) _ _ Convention Registration Form • Cleveland, OH Please print. Advance registration forms must be postmarked by June 6, 2008. If registering more than one person fill out another form — photocopy form as necessary. You may also register on the NPM website (www.npm.org). If you have not received confirmation by June 27, please contact the NPM Office (240-247-3000). 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T- Shirt Day (Thursday) circle size S $15 $______ Pastoral Musicians' Dinner (Thur) M L XL XXL XXXL $35 $______ Additional dinner ticket $35 Total Convention Fees, including registration $______ $______ PAYMENT Check # _______ Enclosed I authorize NPM to charge my: MasterCard VISA ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Credit Card Number Expiration Date Security Code (3 digit located on back) ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Cardholder Signature Date of Signature Name on Card (Please print) Please check here if under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), you require auxiliary aids or services. Specify special assistance required: ______________________ PREFERENCES If preferences are not indicated, no preference will appear on your confirmation. If demand exceeds space, your confirmation will gain you admittance to your registered sessions. Breakouts (Indicate Breakout Number) Wednesday A _____ Thursday B _____ C _____ Friday D _____ Mail This Form With Payment To: NPM • PO Box 4207 • Silver Spring, MD 20914-4207 • Phone: 240-247-3000 • Fax: 240-247-3001 (with Credit Card Info ONLY) Convention Registration Form • Los Angeles, CA Cleveland, OH Please print. Advance registration forms must be postmarked by July 7, 2008. If registering more than one person fill out another form — photocopy form as necessary. You may also register on the NPM website (www.npm.org). If you have not received confirmation by July 25, please contact the NPM Office (240-247-3000). Regular registration must be received at the NPM office (by mail, online, or fax) by the close of business on July 23. Registration after that date will be available on site only. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Title(Mr., Ms., Rev. etc) First Name Last Name Name for Badge ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Address City State Zip ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Daytime Phone (Please include area code) Fax Number E-Mail Address Check here if you are a new member NPM Group or Member # ________________________ (Found above your name on all NPM labels) Save$$ As a NEW NPM Member (Send completed Membership Application, with separate check for membership fees, with Convention Registration Form) Full Conference registration Advance (before July 7) Regular/on-site (after July 7) NPM Member Registration $255 $310 $______ NPM Member Clergy/Musician Duo (each) $230 Advance only $______ Non-Member Registration $355 $410 $______ NPM Youth Member (21 and under) $165 $215 $______ Companion (Adult or Child) $100 $125 $______ (Available only to one clergy and one musician from the same member parish or institution) Daily Registration (for those not attending the full convention) Circle Day(s) Tue Wed Thu Fri Advance (before July 7) Regular/on-site (after July 7) Daily Rate NPM member $100 $110 X___ # days = $______ Daily Rate Non - NPM member $125 $135 X___ # days = $______ Additional Activities Music Ministry Leadership Retreat (Tue) NPM Member $50 Non NPM Member $75 $______ Organ Crawl (Tue) $25 $______ Liturgical Space Tour (Tue) $25 $______ Multicultural Institute (Mon – Fri)) $90 $______ Music Education Day (Tue) MusEd Member $50 Non MusEd member $75* $______ *The non-MusEd rate includes 1 years MusEd membership dues. T- Shirt Day (Wednesday) circle size S $15 $______ Pastoral Musicians' Breakfast (Fri) M L XL XXL XXXL $25 $______ Additional Breakfast ticket $25 $______ Transportation Full Convention Bus Package Daily Bus Package __ Tue $25 ___Wed ___Thur $10 each day Total Convention Fees, including registration $______ $______ $______ PAYMENT Check # _______ Enclosed I authorize NPM to charge my: MasterCard VISA ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Credit Card Number Expiration Date Security Code (3 digit located on back) ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Cardholder Signature Date of Signature Name on Card (Please print) Please check here if under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), you require auxiliary aids or services. Specify special assistance required: ______________________ PREFERENCES If preferences are not indicated, no preference will appear on your confirmation. If demand exceeds space, your confirmation will gain you admittance to your registered sessions. Breakouts (Indicate Breakout Number) Wednesday A _____ B _____ Thursday C _____ Friday D _____ Mail This Form With Payment To: NPM • PO Box 4207 • Silver Spring, MD 20914-4207 • Phone: 240-247-3000 • Fax: 240-247-3001 (with Credit Card Info ONLY) JULY 9 Who Do You Say That I Am? Convention Eucharist 8 :00 pm 4:30-5:30 pm Andino Andy Andino Experience the Gospel in song through music that is a “testimony of survival.” Come find inspiration and hope in God here among us. Sponsored by OCP. Gather at the Cathedral of Saint John the Evangelist around Word and Sacrament to celebrate our belonging to Christ to calm our hearts and empower our spirits! Cleveland Bishop Richard Lennon will preside and preach. Lennon thursday Cleveland, OH B 06 SCHEDULE 8:15 am Morning Prayer 9:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS 10:00 am Exhibits Open 10:30-11:45 am Breakout B 12:15 pm 1:30 pm Lunchtime Organ Recital Industry Showcase IV—WLP 3:00-4:15 pm Breakout C 6:00-7:30 pm Pastoral Musicians’ Dinner 8:00-9:00 pm Gospel Event: In Spirit and Truth 10:00 pm Taizé Prayer Plenum Address Naming the Changes We Face Mary E. Bendyna, rsm 9:00 am The Catholic Church in the U.S. has undergone major changes not only in its liturgical life but Bendyna in its demographics, parish life, ministries, and educational institutions. Come and hear a respected social researcher explore the many facets of change that we continue to face and their impact for musicians and other pastoral leaders. Foundations of Liturgy Preparation Steven R. Janco The basics one needs for planning parish liturgy. B 07 Score Preparation for Choir Directors Paul French Tools to make your preparation more beneficial for you and your singers. B 08 Working with Hispanic Musicians Andy Andino Practical tools for working with Hispanic musicians, whether you are Hispanic or not. B 09 Children’s Choir Resources Lee Gwozdz Musical resources for your children’s choir. B BREAKOUT SESSIONS THURSDAY—10:30-11:45 AM Young People Choosing Church: A Sense of Meaning Tony Alonso B 01 Body and Voice Make a Difference Melanie B. Coddington and Jim Hansen For youth and youth leaders: Join us as we uncover the deeper ways to help young people find meaning in the life and liturgy of the Church. B 10 Explore how the cantor’s body and voice can invite or inhibit assembly participation. B 02 Piano Repertoire for the Church Year Nancy J. Deacon Music that will serve the liturgy the whole year through. Dragga B 11 French T-Shirt Day! As we gather at the NPM 2008 Central Regional Convention, we celebrate our joy in music ministry by wearing the NPM Regional Convention T-Shirt on Thursday, July 10. Order a convention T-shirt as you register! Anyone ordering a T-shirt with their registration will receive the shirt along with their registration materials. Shirts will also be on sale throughout the convention. B 03 Hommerding B 12 Practical tools to help your creative juices flow at the organ. B 04 The Liturgical Guitarist Stephen Petrunak Tools that will foster guitar playing in the service of the liturgy. B 05 New Texts: The Order of Mass and the Hymns We Sing Robert J. Batastini Explore the various issues involved with the pending textual changes in The Roman Missal and the importance of the hymns we sing. Preaching the Same Christ in the Face of Change Thomas M. Dragga Planning Sunday and Seasons: Music to Sing the Year Kelly Dobbs Mickus This session will concentrate on ritual music to sing the liturgical year through. C BREAKOUT SESSIONS C 01 Vocal Skills for the Cantor Mary Lynn Pleczkowski THURSDAY—3:00-4:15 PM Practical tools to help you care for your voice and lead your assembly. C 02 I Can Play That Style! I Can! Paul Tate Various styles of music need not daunt you. Practical tools to play the piano in a variety of styles. Sign up for T-Shirt Day on the convention registration form. Please indicate size. Fee: $15 per shirt Pleczkowski Change is a constant in the liturgy, the church, the political arena, and our land. Explore how to preach in ways that can help change be a positive force in life. Batastini Organ Improvisation Alan J. Hommerding Mickus C 03 Janco Andino Gwozdz Conducting from the Organ Console David J. Anderson Tools to help you conduct from the console, when necessary. JULY 10 C 04 Everything and the Kitchen Sink Barney R. Walker, Gael Berberick, and Kevin Keil A crash course in arranging and orchestration for a full ensemble consisting of piano, bass, drum, guitar, brass, strings, and auxiliary percussion. C 05 What Do New Documents Require? Steven R. Janco Discover the practical implications of recent liturgical documents including Sing to the Lord. C 06 Music for Initiation Christopher Walker Discover the riches of the initiation rites by exploring the repertoire that helps to celebrate them. Pastoral Musicians’ Dinner 6:00 pm Come join in a festive meal at Saint Ignatius of Antioch Parish to celebrate the ministry of pastoral musicians and the work of NPM! Jubilate Deo Award. We honor the late Father Clarence Rufus Joseph Rivers, a liturgical music visionary and pioneer who incorporated the sounds of African American music in Catholic liturgy. Pastoral Musician of the Year. Celebrate the contributions of conductor, organist, teacher and cathedral musician Anthony J. DiCello. Tate C 07 Angrisano Jaskulski Choral Development for All Ages Lee Gwozdz Come to appreciate all that is required for the development of good choral sound. C 08 Hearing and Enculturating Church Documents Alan J. Hommerding Explore how to read church documents and how to put them into practice in our liturgical and musical choices. C 09 Using the Resources Our Youth Bring Stephen Petrunak Discover the gifts our youth bring to liturgical ministry and how to utilize them. C 10 Practical Skills for Young Guitarists, Vocalists and Pianists. Steve Angrisano, Andy Andino, and Gary Jaskulski A clinic for youth: guitarists will gather with Andy, vocalists with Gary and pianists with Steve. C 11 Praying for Peace: In the Parish, in the City, in the World Raymond G. East Models and resources to help your community pray for peace. C 12 The Liturgical Bookshelf Joseph Fortuna Familiarize yourself with the books helpful for planning the church’s liturgy. Scholarships totaling more than $33,000 will be presented to pastoral musicians in graduate and undergraduate studies. Father Clarence Rufus Joseph Rivers (1931 - 2004) Enjoy a festive dinner with colleagues and friends as we celebrate excellence and the service of pastoral musicians! Pre-registration required. Fee $35. See registration form. In Spirit and Truth 8:00-9:00 pm Thomas W. Jefferson There is a rhythm to our meditation—and sometimes it is to a gospel beat. Be prepared Jefferson to put yourself into the capable hands of Thomas Jefferson and friends— Jolanda Robertson—Cliff Petty, and the Keith Hampton Singers for an exciting experience of song and prayer. Take your spirit to places it has never been and get moving and singing along. Enjoy fantastic interpretations of standard and new songs by these magnificent musicians and experience the richness and diversity of the gifts of the African American Catholic tradition. Sponsored by World Library Publications, Inc. Taizé Prayer 10:15 pm Come and pray in song, candle light, Scripture, and silence around the cross and in the midst of icons at the close of this convention day. friday SCHEDULE 8:15 am 9:15-10:30 am Morning Prayer Cleveland, OH JULY 11 D BREAKOUT SESSIONS D 01 Preparing for the Basic Cantor Certificate Mary Lynn Pleczkowski Breakout D 11:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS & CONVENTION CLOSING D 11 FRIDAY—9:15-10:30 AM The music we sing and lead feeds our spirituality and that of the people we serve. D 12 The how, the why, and the what of this important certification that NPM offers. D 02 Our Music, Our Spiritual Director Bob Hurd Resources for the Small or Rural Choir Mary Jo Quinn, scl Repertoire for the choir with small resources but large commitment. Beyond the Basics Paul Tate Techniques for the more advanced pianist. D 03 Repertoire for the Church Year James W. Kosnik Organ repertoire that will serve the liturgy the whole year through. D 04 Dyksinski Walker Cortez We Are What We Pray Alan J. Hommerding Discover what the texts we pray say about who we are and how we are to live. D 06 Caring for the Self to Care for the Community Christopher Walker Love your neighbor as yourself. Discover how self care will enable you to care better for those you serve. D 07 Lectionary Anthem Project Year B Timothy Dyksinski Choral music of various styles, periods, and publishers that relates to the Scriptures of the day. D 08 D 09 Resources to Help Your Community Sing and Pray as One Jaime Cortez Quinn Plenum Address & Convention Closing Plenum Address Negotiating the Changes We Face Raymond G. East 11:00 am Come and explore the ways in which we can work with communities to negotiate East change. Discover the support we can build by approaching change with a respectful spirit and a listening ear. We give thanks for the opportunity to learn and celebrate together. Musical resources that will foster unity in diversity in multicultural settings. We pray for God’s blessing to continue the work that has been entrusted to us. Mentoring Youth and Adults into Music Ministry Gary M. Jaskulski We accept the sign of the cross as we commit ourselves to another year of service to God’s people at prayer. Practical skills for inviting and guiding the young and the “young at heart” into liturgical music ministry. D 10 Hurd Perfect Blend Kevin Keil, Gael Berberick, and Barney Walker A workshop that helps incorporate a multitude of instruments into your ensemble without overpowering the vocalists. D 05 Mumy Just Practices and Directors of Music Ministries Kathryn Mumy Discover just practices that will be of help to you and those you serve. We go forth to witness and serve, singing God’s praise for sustaining and strengthening us in ministry in the midst of change! NPM WESTERN R EGIONAL CONVENTION WILSHIRE AUGUST 5-8, 2008 GRAND H OTEL —LOS ANGELES , CA “One Body, One Spirit in Christ” [EP III] IN THE MIDST OF CHANGE . . . The Church is in the midst of change—in liturgical practices, patterns of ministry, parish clustering, generational shifts, ethnic and cultural communities, and many more. Change may arouse fear but also can offer opportunities for hope and growth. In the midst of change we seek the transforming power of the Holy Spirit to become “one body, one Spirit in Christ.” We sing our prayer for the renewing Spirit of Christ to open our eyes to the rich diversity among us and to strengthen our hearts to serve others. Schedule at a Glance Monday, August 4 4:00—8:00 pm Registration Open 10:00-Midnight Late Night Expo 5:00—8:00 pm Multicultural Institute Begins Wednesday, August 6 – Multicultural Day 8:15 am Hispanic Morning Prayer Tuesday, August 5 7:30 am-1:30 pm Registration Open 8:00 am Liturgical Space Crawl 8:00 am Organ Crawl 9:00 am Exhibits Open 9:00 am-Noon MusEd Morning 9:00 am-Noon Music Ministry Leadership Retreat Opening of the Convention 1:30 pm WELCOME PLENUM ADDRESS 3:30-4:30 pm Industry Showcase I—GIA 3:30-6:00 pm Exhibit Hall Reopens 5:00-6:00 pm Group Showcase of Spanish and Bilingual Music 6:00-7:30 pm Tours of the Organ at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels 7:30-9:00 pm Pueri Cantores and Cathedral Choir Concert at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels 9:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS 4:30-5:30 pm Sacred Sounds of Mariachi 8:00 pm EUCHARIST 10:00 pm “Rockin’ LA” Contemporary Music Event 10:00 am Exhibits Open 10:30-11:45 am Breakout A 12:25 pm Organ Recital at the Cathedral 1:00-2:00 pm Industry Showcase II—WLP 3:00-4:15 pm Breakout B 4:45-5:30 pm Asian Pacific Prayer 7:30-8:30 pm Voices of Care with Eddie Hilley 9:00-10:00 pm Savae Concert 10:30 pm The Prayers that Rise: Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé Thursday, August 7 8:15 am Morning Prayer 9:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS 10:00 am Exhibits Open 10:30-11:45 am Breakout C 1:30 pm Industry Showcase III—OCP 3:00-4:00 pm Group Showcase Friday, August 8 8:00 am Pastoral Musicians’ Breakfast 9:30-10:45 am Breakout D 11:15 AM PLENUM ADDRESS & CONVENTION CLOSING REGISTRATION HOURS Monday 4:00-8:00 pm Tuesday 7:30 am-1:30 pm 3:30-7:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am-1:30 pm Thursday 8:00 am-noon Friday 8:30-9:30 am EXHIBIT HOURS Tuesday 9:00 am-1:00 pm 3:30-6:00 pm 10:00-Midnight Wednesday 10:00 am-6:00 pm Thursday 10:00 am-6:00 pm mondaytuesday Los Angeles, CA Monday & Tuesday SCHEDULE Multicultural Institute Monday, August 4 4:00—8:00 pm Registration Open 5:00—8:00 pm Multicultural Institute Begins Eric Law and Mary Frances Reza Tuesday, August 5 7:30 am-1:30 pm Registration Open An institute that will explore diversity, culture, devotions and liturgy, and what needs to be considered when planning multicultural worship. 8:00 am Liturgical Space Crawl 8:00 am Organ Crawl Law 9:00 am Exhibits Open 9:00 am-Noon MusEd Morning 9:00 am-Noon Music Ministry Leadership Retreat Opening of the Convention The times for the institute are: Monday 5:00—8:00 pm Tuesday 9:00 am—12:00 noon and 3:00—5:45 pm Wednesday 10:30 am—12:00 noon and 3:00—5:30 pm Thursday 10:30 am—12:00 noon Friday 9:30—10:45 am Reza 1:30 pm WELCOME PLENUM ADDRESS 3:30-4:30 pm Industry Showcase I—GIA 3:30-6:00 pm Exhibit Hall Reopens 5:00-6:00 pm Group Showcase of Spanish and Bilingual Music 6:00-7:30 pm Tours of the Organ at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels 7:30-9:00 pm Pueri Cantores and Cathedral Choir Concert at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels 10:00-Midnight Late Night Expo Liturgical Space Tour 8:00 am - 12:00 noon St. John Eudes Church, Chatsworth. Major renovation that turned the axis of a rectangular church 90 degrees, adding significant space, and creating a thoroughly new and contemporary church from an existing structure. St. Maximilian Kolbe Church, Westlake Village. A recently constructed full parish facility featuring an inviting gathering space, plenty of room for processions, excellent sight lines and visual characteristics, and a very fine parish hall. Mission San Fernando, Mission Hills. An historic but well restored mission dating to the turn of the nineteenth century that is used today as a regular place for worship. Fee: $25 Pre-Registration Required Organ Crawl 8:00 am - 12:00 noon First Congregational Church. Worlds largest organ. E.M. Skinner (composite) V/339 Wilshire Presbyterian Church. Austin/Walker (pipe/digital) III/75 Wilshire Boulevard Temple. Oldest Jewish congregation in Los Angeles. Kimball IV/61 Walt Disney Concert Hall. World famous organ in a world famous concert hall. Glötter-Götz/Rosales IV/109 M/E Fee: $25 Pre-Registration Required AUGUST 4-5 Tuesday Music Ministry Leadership Retreat 9:00 am–12:00 pm Flaherty John Flaherty Before the convention begins take some time to gather with full-time, part-time, and volunteer music directors, all leaders responsible for music ministry, under the guidance of a liturgist, writer, and pastoral musician. The morning provides time to feed your spiritual hunger, connect with others, and reflect on your vocation and ministry. Pre-registration required. Fee: $50 CONVENTION OPENING AND PLENUM Music Education Morning 9:00 am—Noon Walker Freeburg Music That Forms Children in Faith Christopher Walker and Paule Freeburg, dc A morning of practical resources and techniques that will help children be formed in faith through the music they sing and pray. Pre-registration required. Fee: $50 MusEd members $75; non-members Authentic Worship in Spirit and in Truth 1:30 pm Kevin W. Irwin Irwin The Scriptures call us to worship in spirit and in truth. Come to a deeper appreciation of the inexhaustible mystery of the Eucharist for the assembly and the musicians who serve it. Choral Concert: Mass for the Homeless and Pueri Cantores 7:30 –9:00 pm Frank Brownstead and Patrick Flahive Gather in the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels to hear three great choirs in a great space. The Cathedral Brownstead Flahive Choir will be joined by the Schola Cantorum of Saint Paul the Apostle Church under the direction of Frank Brownstead to perform the Mass for the Homeless by Henry Mollicone. Soloists will include Christopher Walker and Rochelle Martin. Children of Pueri Cantores will perform sacred works under the direction of Patrick Flahive. Late Night Expo 10:00 pm—Midnight Gather at the Exhibit Hall at the end of an exciting first day to enjoy the company of friends and colleagues and to check out the incredible variety of products and services to assist you in your ministry. A cash bar will be provided. wednesday Los Angeles, CA A 06 SCHEDULE Plenum Address 9:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS 10:00 am Exhibits Open 10:30-11:45 am Breakout A 12:25 pm Organ Recital at the Cathedral 1:00-2:00 pm Industry Showcase II—WLP 3:00-4:15 pm Breakout B Learn what is needed to serve your community as a choir director. Exploring the Mystery in a Multicultural Church Rawn Harbor 8:15 am Hispanic Morning Prayer 9:00 am We experience the mystery of God’s presence in a diverse and Harbor multicultural Church. Let us open our eyes to all the dimensions of culture— not only ethnicity, but also the traditions and customs of peoples. Let us open our ears to listen attentively to the stories and experiences of others so that we may enter the mystery more deeply! Zaragoza A 07 4:45-5:30 pm Asian Pacific Prayer 7:30-8:30 pm Voices of Care with Eddie Hilley 9:00-10:00 pm Savae Concert 10:30 pm The Prayers that Rise: Prayer in the Spirit of Taizé A BREAKOUT SESSIONS A 01 Integrating Cultural Traditions and Community Worship Rawn Harbor WEDNESDAY—10:30-11:45 AM Choir Directing Basics Frank Brownstead Tracey DeSilva Vocal Techniques for Cantors and Singers, Part 1 Joanne C. Werner Grow in your vocal technique in ways that will empower you as a cantor or a choir member. A 08a Celebrating Asian Devotions in your Parish/Diocese Rufino Zaragoza, ofm, Barbara Tracey, Chris de Silva, Irma Isip, and Paul Nguyen An overview to Asian devotional practices to Mary and various feasts of the Asian-American communities, to assist parish and diocesan leaders in understanding and welcoming these devotions in their parish or diocese. Explore how to respect both cultural traditions and the practices of a worshiping community. A 08b Hispanic Wedding Traditions and the Liturgy Mary Frances Reza and Norma Garcia Hommerding A 02 Kolar Feet Don't Fail Me Now: Organ for Pianists, Part 1 Alan J. Hommerding Organ basics for pianists and beginning organists. A 03 T-Shirt Day! As we gather at the NPM 2008 Western Regional Convention, we celebrate our joy in music ministry by wearing the NPM Regional Convention T-Shirt on Wednesday, August 6. Order a convention T-shirt as you register! Anyone ordering a T-shirt with their registration will receive the shirt along with their registration materials. Shirts will also be on sale throughout the convention. Sign up for T-Shirt Day on the convention registration form. Please indicate size. Fee: $15 per shirt Discover what the wedding traditions of the Hispanic communities are and which ones can be incorporated into the Catholic marriage rite. Kendzia A 08c African American Wedding Traditions and the Liturgy ValLimar Jansen Discover what the wedding traditions of the African American communities are and which ones can be incorporated into the Catholic marriage rite. Leading the Assembly from the Piano Peter Kolar Basic tools necessary for leading an assembly from the piano. A 04 Liturgy Forms the Whole Person and the Whole Parish Tom Kendzia Discover how the liturgy is formative of and informative for living the life of faith. A 05 The Order of Christian Funerals: Music That Comforts David J. Anderson McCaffery-Lent A 09 Resources to help celebrate the Order of Christian Funerals. Brownstead Werner Reza The Contemporary Ensemble, Part 1 Bobby Fisher and Gael Berberick Explore what makes an ensemble contemporary and how it can serve your liturgical music ministry. A 10 Anderson Nguyen Young People Choosing Church: A Sense of Belonging Tony Alonso and Annette Welsh For youth and youth leaders: Join us as we uncover the deeper ways to help young people know that they truly have a place in the life and liturgy of the Church. AUGUST 6 A 11 Presiding with New Spoken and Sung Texts Paul F. Ford B 08b Hispanic Wake/Funeral Traditions and the Liturgy Mary Frances Reza and Norma Garcia The new texts for The Roman Missal will offer an opportunity and a challenge. Explore how they can enhance your community's prayer. Explore which devotions/traditions can be incorporated into the Hispanic experience of the Order of Christian Funerals. B 08c African American Wake/Funeral Traditions and the Liturgy ValLimar Jansen Explore which devotions/traditions can be incorporated into the African American experience of the Order of Christian Funerals. Garcia Jansen Fisher B BREAKOUT SESSIONS B 01 Preaching Unity in Diversity Thomas Dragga B 02 Feet Don't Fail Me Now: Organ for Pianists, Part 2 Alan J. Hommerding Piano Beyond Accompanying Peter Kolar Piano techniques for the more advanced pianist. B 04 Hsueh-Gutierrez B 09 B 05 Music For the Rites: RCIA Christopher Walker Irwin DeJardin The Contemporary Ensemble, Part 2 Bobby Fisher and Gael Berberick A continuation of A-09. B 10 Young People Choosing Church: A Sense of Meaning Tony Alonso and Annette Welsh For youth and youth leaders: Join us as we uncover deeper ways to help young people find meaning in the life and liturgy of the Church. B 11 The Challenge or Opportunity of New Texts for the Mass Jerry Galipeau New texts in The Roman Missal will offer a challenging opportunity to deepen our ability to pray the Liturgy. Eddie Hilley A lively, energetic, and prayerful concert of music that will express the care and compassion of the Gospel. 7:00-8:00 pm A continuation of A-2. B 03 7:00-8:00 pm SAVAE: A Musical Journey WEDNESDAY—3:00-4:15 PM Change is a constant in the liturgy, the Church, the political arena, and our land. Explore how to preach in ways that can help change be a positive force in life. Voices of Care What Theology Do the New Texts and the New Missal Reveal? Kevin W. Irwin SAVAE Join SAVAE on a musical journey that begins in the cathedrals of Spanish Colonial Latin America, then leaps back to the Great Temple in Jerusalem during the life of Jesus, then returns to American soil with SAVAE's interpretations of traditional Southern Baptist Hymns. Finally, we'll hear a sneak preview of SAVAE's most recent work. Sponsored by WLP. We are what we pray. What will the texts we pray from the new Missal say about who we are and what we believe? B 12 Sight-Singing Techniques for Choirs Kathleen DeJardin Add sight-singing techniques that will benefit your choir to your tool box. Music that will help the RCIA take on new life in your pastoral setting. B 06 Resources for the Small or Rural Choir Mary Jo Quinn, scl Repertoire for the choir with small resources but large commitment. B 07 Vocal Techniques for Cantors and Singers, Part 2 Joanne C. Werner A continuation of A-07. B 08a Celebrating Lunar New Year and the Asian Martyrs in Your Parish/Diocese Rufino Zaragoza, OFM, Paul Nguyen, Regina Kim, and Liliana Hsueh-Gutierrez An introduction to Lunar New Year as celebrated within various Asian-American communities; and an overview of the Asian Martyrs and the ritual/musical expressions of honoring the ancestors in faith. Dragga McMahon Quinn Prayers that Rise 10:15 pm Gather at the end of the convention day for a Taizé-style prayer in song, silence, and Word, surrounded by candlelight and icons. Our prayer will be led by Sr. Suzanne Toolan, rsm, and Barbara Bridge. thursday Los Angeles, CA SCHEDULE Plenum Address Prophetic and Poetic Leadership Robert McCarty 8:15 am Morning Prayer 9:00 am PLENUM ADDRESS 10:00 am Exhibits Open 10:30-11:45 am Breakout C 1:30 pm Industry Showcase III—OCP 3:00-4:00 pm Group Showcase 4:30-5:30 pm Sacred Sounds of Mariachi 8:00 pm EUCHARIST 10:00 pm “Rockin’ LA” Contemporary Music Event 9:00 am We are called to be prophets and poets as we lead and serve in a time of change. As McCarty we consider the personal, interpersonal, and ecclesial challenges we face in pastoral ministry, let us open our hearts to Christ and to a prophetic and poetic style of leadership that empowers our communities to become “one body, one Spirit in Christ.” C BREAKOUT SESSIONS C 01 Explore How Eucharist and Culture Intersect Rawn Harbor Hispanic Ministry Day Día de Ministerio Hispano –en Español THURSDAY—10:30-11:45 AM Celebrating the Liturgy of the Eucharist connects us to the liturgy of life. Take some time to explore what this means on a practical level. Lamb Galipeau Muyot C 08a Asian Hymnody and Choral Traditions Rufino Zaragoza, OFM, Ricky Muyot, Regina Kim, Soeriani Kheng, and Liliana Hsueh-Gutierrez An overview of musical styles and repertoire from various Asian communities, to assist parish and diocesan leaders in welcoming and incorporating Asian-American choirs in regional and diocesan celebrations. C 08b Hispanic Marian Devotions and Liturgy Mary Frances Reza and Peter Kolar Explore how to incorporate various Hispanic Marian devotions into the liturgical and prayer lives of the parish community. C 08c African American Marian Devotions and the Liturgy ValLimar Jansen Explore how to incorporate various African American Marian devotions into the liturgical and prayer lives of the parish community. Saturday, August 2, San Gabriel Mission, San Gabriel, CA 8:30-9:30 Registration 9:30 am - 4:15 pm The Eucharist - A Tapestry of Many Colors/Threads. Gather in historic San Gabriel Mission and discover how to weave the Eucharistic community from the threads of different cultures: Mexican, Cuban, Salvadoran, African American, Anglo, Filipino, Asian, et al. Fr. Richard Vega will begin our day of prayer, practical breakout sessions and musical celebration. He will be joined by Peter Kolar, Anna Betancourt, and others, to offer resources and skills for liturgy 101, rehearsal techniques, instrumental and vocal skills, and more! C 09 Berberick C 02 Ford Leading the Assembly from the Organ Patricia M. Lamb Become familiar with the certifications NPM offers and why they are important. C 10 Tools that will help you lead the liturgy from the organ console. C 03 C 04 Rooted in Sunday: The Many Ways a Parish Prays David J. Anderson C 11 Discover the various ways a parish can pray from Sunday to Sunday and every day in-between. C 05 Music for the Rites: Weddings Jerry Galipeau Repertoire that will help your community celebration of the Rite of Marriage. C 06 The Liturgical Bookshelf Paul F. Ford Explore the resources with which Church musicians need to be familiar to plan liturgy. C 07 The Multilingual Cantor Norma A. Garcia Discover the elements that are unique to serving a multilingual liturgy as cantor. Young People Choosing Church: Developing Musical Competency Tony Alonso For youth and youth leaders: Join us as we uncover creative ways to develop and encourage the musical and liturgical competency of young people. Guitar in the Liturgy, Part 1 Bobby Fisher Tools to help the liturgical guitarist lead and serve. Separate registration required. For registration and more information 213-637-7262 (Office for Worship) 562-921-6649 (Anna Betancourt) Alonso NPM Certifications Kathleen DeJardin Put On Your Oxygen Mask First… Collaboration Skills Robert McCarty Discuss the skills needed for collaboration, including healthy self-care as a pre-requisite for caring for others. C 12 Lectionary Anthem Project Year B Dominic MacAller Choral music of various styles, periods and publishers will be presented that relate to the Scripture for Year B. AUGUST 7 The Sacred Sounds of Mariachi 3:30-4:30 pm The exciting and festive sounds of mariachi have long been associated with Mexico and the Southwest. These same sounds often accompany ritual moments and important religious and social experiences of Catholic Rubalcava communities through the U.S. Now we have a rare and privileged opportunity to experience first hand the prayer and Fiesta with Eleazar Cortéz, Donna Peña, and Pedro Rubalcava and the intoxicating sounds of Mariachi. Convention Eucharist 8 :00 pm Gather at the Catherdral of Our Lady of the Angels around Word and Sacrament to celebrate that we are one body, one spirit in Christ, a rich and diverse body. Los Angeles Auxiliary Bishop Oscar A. Solis will preside and preach. Solis Rockin' LA: Contemporary and Intercultural Music Event 10:00 pm John Flaherty, Coordinator This popular event comes to a regional convention with a multicultural twist. Experience high energy contemporary music performances by a variety of artists, styles, cultures, instruments, and voices. Flaherty Co-sponsored by GIA Publications, OCP, and World Library Publications. National Association of Pastoral Musicians Summer Institutes 2008 Proven Resources • Proven Value • Proven Benefit Cantor Express 4 Dates and Locations The weekend has something to offer cantors at all levels of experience: beginner, advanced, and professional. Most cantors are proficient in some areas but need to develop in others. Some participants are even discerning whether this ministry is right for them and come simply to explore. Whatever your level of skill and experience, the institute offers you an opportunity to assess areas for growth, begin to fill in gaps, and lay the groundwork for a firmer foundation for your ministry. The weekend includes interactive lectures, discussion, reflection, skill building (group voice classes, interpretation, and coaching), and repertoire that best reflects the core identity of the cantor. At some points in the weekend, you will have the opportunity to choose sessions according to your own needs. Meals include Friday dinner to Sunday lunch. Note: The Cantor Express program in Hartford, Connecticut, begins on Thursday night and ends on Saturday at 9:00 pm. All we ask is that you come with an open mind and reasonable expectations! For instance, if you don’t already read music, we can teach you the basics. If you’ve had vocal training and need help with your interpretive skills, we can offer you some useful tools. If you have limited knowledge of Scripture, liturgy, and the psalms, we can help your development in those areas. In short, we can’t offer you complete training in a single weekend, but we can share the riches of our liturgical heritage, provide useful tools for your ministry, and lead you to additional resources. Faculty Joe Simmons Mary Clare McAlee Cantor, clinician, spiritual formation leader, and solo recording artist based in New York City. Buffalo, San Francisco, Baltimore. Cantor, Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart, Newark, New Jersey; frequent oratorio soloist; apprentice artist, Pittsburgh Opera at Duquesne and the Sarasota Opera; Westminster Choir College graduate; clinician and private instructor. Hartford, Baltimore. Melanie B. Coddington Joanne Werner Faith formation associate, St. Michael Parish, Marquette, Michigan; parish cantor; founding editor, The Liturgical Singer (1999–2003). Hartford. Pastoral musician, Fort Worth, Texas; chair, NPM’s Director of Music Ministries Board of Directors. San Francisco. Mary Lynn Pleczkowski Editor, The Liturgical Singer; vice-chair, NPM Standing Committee for Cantors. Buffalo. Dates and Locations July 11–13 • Cantor Express, San Francisco, California Vallombrosa Center, Menlo Park Nestled in Menlo Park, a quiet corner of Silicon Valley, Vallombrosa is a retreat and conference center owned and operated by the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of San Francisco conveniently located midway between San Francisco and San Jose and readily accessible both by car and by public transportation. Center is about 30 minutes from San Francisco International Airport. Bedrooms are double occupancy with bath; single option available for $50 supplement. Early arrival available on July 10 for $50 supplement. Website: www.vallombrosa.org. July 17–19 • Cantor Express, Hartford, Connecticut (Thursday–Saturday) Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center With a newly renovated conference room and chapel organ, and with new elevators to make the retreat center handicap accessible, the Holy Family Passionist Retreat Center is known throughout the northeast for its tranquil setting and gracious hospitality. Bedrooms are single occupancy. Early arrival available on Wednesday, July 16, for $50 supplement. Late departure on Sunday, July 20, available for $50 supplement. Located on Tunxis Road in West Hartford, the Center is easily accessible from Interstate 84 and only a 30 minute drive (19 miles) from Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks. Website: http://www.holyfamilyretreat.org/index.htm. July 18–20 • Cantor Express, Buffalo, New York Christ the King Seminary Christ the King Seminary is 30 minutes from downtown Buffalo and Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 45 minutes from Niagara Falls, and is easily accessible from the New York State Thruway and the Route 400 expressway. The seminary campus is situated on 132 acres of pastoral fields, Page small lakes, and woodlands, adjacent to the Knox Farm State Park, near the village of East Aurora, New York. All rooms are single occupancy. Early arrival available on July 17 for $50 supplement. Website: http://www.cks.edu/. August 8–10 • Cantor Express, Baltimore, Maryland College of Notre Dame of Maryland Located in a beautiful residential neighborhood of Baltimore, near the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen and Loyola College of Baltimore, the College of Notre Dame is conveniently located only 10 minutes from downtown Baltimore and about half an hour’s drive (15 miles) from Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Bedrooms are double occupancy; single rooms available for $50 supplement. Early arrival available on August 8 for $50 supplement. Website: http://www.ndm.edu/. 23rd Annual Choir Director Institute August 11–15 • St. Louis, Missouri This Institute has something to offer all participants—from the experienced, full-time director to the newly appointed one. Most directors are proficient in some areas but need to develop in others. The Choir Director Institute includes daily liturgy of the hours, choral warm-ups to begin the day, practice and score study time, large- and small-group opportunities to conduct, new choral music, octavo reading sessions with free packet of material from various publishers, extensive singing and conducting in a variety of styles and voicings from easy to difficult, music planning and rehearsal planning sessions, opportunities for preparation and participation in all liturgical ministries, Scripture and liturgy sessions, spiritual care of the conductor or music director, and care of the voice. Whatever your level of skill and experience, the Institute offers you an opportunity to assess areas for growth, begin to fill in gaps, and lay the groundwork of a firmer foundation for your ministry. Registration and one-on-one dialogues begin on Monday at 8:00 am. The institute begins on Monday at 9:30 am and concludes on Friday at 11:30 am. These days include time for large and small group instruction, conducting practice, music preparation, octavo reading sessions, shared meals and conversation, and recreation time. Meals include Monday lunch through Friday breakfast. Faculty Paul French Director of music at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Chicago, Illinois; music director of the William Ferris Chorale; director of choir recordings for World Library Publications; composer. John A. Romeri Organist and director of music ministries at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis, St. Louis, Missouri, and music coordinator for the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Kathleen DeJardin Director of Music Ministries at Georgetown’s Holy Trinity Church in Washington, DC; member of the NPM Director of Music Ministries Division’s Board of Directors. David Philippart Author, parish retreat director, and nationally known clinician on liturgy. Date and Location August 11–15 • Choir Director Institute, St. Louis, Missouri Mercy Center Mercy Center’s beautiful 70-acre campus is located in West St. Louis County, easily accessible from major highways and about 30 minutes from Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. Rooms are double occupancy with private baths; single room available for $100 supplement. Lounges and kitchenettes near the bedroom areas. Handicap accessible. Early arrival available on August 10 for $50 supplement. Website: www.mercy centerstl.org. Page Institute for Music with Children July 22–24 • San Antonio, Texas In this institute, you will discover innovative ways to engage children in the Church’s liturgy through a wide range of liturgical music; explore classroom techniques for developing a child’s musical ability, choral techniques for teaching children how to sing, and successful repertoire to use in liturgical and classroom settings; and reflect on the spirituality of children and directors and its expression through music, liturgy, and catechesis. Experienced educators and directors will find these sessions affirm what they have learned and offer insight into new research and materials. Those new to the field will find a wealth of theoretical and practical information to take home. Registration opens Tuesday at 8:00 am., and the program begins at 9:00 am. The program ends on Thursday at 12:00 noon. Meals include Tuesday lunch through Thursday breakfast. Each day starts with morning prayer and combines plenum sessions for all with breakout sessions for music educators and children’s choir directors. Participants can choose the sessions they attend. Track for Music Educators includes: • Techniques for teaching classroom music; • How to integrate musicality and movement; •The practicalities of music “a la carte,” or the roving music educator. Track for Children’s Choir Directors includes: • Preparing an effective choir rehearsal; • How to recruit and maintain choir members; •Developing solid conducting techniques. Faculty Donna Kinsey Music specialist, Monongalia County Schools, West Virginia; teacher and clinician for children’s voices, handbells, and music educators; past state chair, American Guild of English Handbell Ringers. Dan Girardot Director of liturgy and music at St. Theresa Church, Austin, Texas, a Board member for NPM’s Director of Music Ministries Division and chair of its Member Services Committee. Lee Gwozdz Director of music, Corpus Christi Cathedral, Corpus Christi, Texas, and executive director, Corpus Christi Symphony Society; a member of the Choristers Guild National Board of Directors Date and Location July 22–24 • Music with Children Institute, San Antonio, Texas Oblate Renewal Center The Oblate Renewal Center is located adjacent to the Oblate School of Theology main campus in San Antonio. Rooms are single occupancy with private bath. The campus is is located just north of downtown San Antonio and minutes from the San Antonio International Airport. Early arrival available on July 21 for $50 supplement. Website: http://www.ost.edu/2006ORC_hm.htm. Guitar and Ensemble Institute July 14–18 • Erlanger, Kentucky This five-day intensive training program is intended primarily for guitarists at all levels—beginner, intermediate, advanced—and for instrumentalists who serve as part of worship ensembles. It is also designed for all directors of ensembles, whether those are primarily guitar, contemporary music, or folk groups, and for those who lead with a combination of instruments and voice. Page Registration and individual assessment begins on Monday from 8:30 am. The program begins at 11:00 am. and ends on Friday at 12:00 noon. Meals include Monday lunch through Friday breakfast. Schedule includes: • Sessions on liturgy for both experienced and beginning leaders of liturgical song; • Techniques for guitar and bass, keyboard, percussion, flute, other obbligato instruments, and voice; • Sampling of repertoire; • Eucharist on Thursday followed by “open mic” recital; • Shared meals and time for informal conversation; • On-site luthier with “tips and tricks” to maintain your instrument. Faculty Jaime Rickert Bobby Fisher Program Coordinator Steve Petrunak Guitar Music director at St. Agnes Church, Fort Wright, Kentucky; musician, composer, actor, clinician, and author of The Pastoral Guitarist and the video The Liturgical Guitarist. Brian Malone Percussion Assistant principal percussionist with the Kentucky Symphony Orchestra. Brian is active as an educator with Artlinks and other programs, and he has been a guest instructor at the University of Cincinnati, other colleges, and many elementary, middle, and high schools. Director of music at St. Blase Parish, Sterling Heights, Michigan; composer, recording artist, and clinician; member of the NPM Board of Directors. Voice Lori True Pastoral Associate for Liturgy and Music at the Church of St. Margaret Mary in Golden Valley, Minnesota; associate director of Music Ministry Alive! Mary Sellars Malloy Guitar Pastoral associate at St. Ann Church, Ossining, New York; recording artist and composer. The staff of this Institute will also include an obbligato instrument specialist. Look for additional details in the printed brochure. Liturgy and Voice A former director of the Office of Liturgy for the Diocese of Saginaw, Mary Sellars Malloy now serves as a conference presenter, retreat facilitator, and pastoral musician. Rob Ellig Luthier Luthier for 30 years; former music director with Father Richard Rohr of the New Jerusalem Community. Date and Location July 14–18 • Guitar and Ensemble Institute, Erlanger, Kentucky Marydale Retreat Center Jeff McLemore Bass Active performer on bass and oboe and as vocalist, Jeff has begun composing in several styles and is deep into “old school” jazz guitar studies and performance. Located in the rolling hills of northern Kentucky, across the Ohio River from Cincinnati, Marydale’s 250-acre campus features a lake and walking paths. The Retreat Center is air-conditioned. Rooms are single-occupancy with shared bath; early arrival on July 13 available for $50 supplement. Marydale is just four miles from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport. Pastoral Liturgy Institute July 28–August 1 • Baton Rouge, Louisiana The five-day NPM Pastoral Liturgy Institute is designed to provide a basic foundation of knowledge about Roman Catholic liturgy for pastoral musicians and those with whom they work and minister (priests, deacons, pastoral associates, ministers of religious education, liturgy committee members). The primary audience is pastoral musicians who seek a broader liturgical education than is available through single workshops, diocesan conferences, or NPM conventions but who do not need—or have time for—a full semester course or degree. The goal is to help pastoral musicians understand the liturgical principles and sacramental rites which are the context for their music and develop the pastoral skills necessary for effective ministry. A special emphasis will be placed on the vital role of music in celebration. Page Registration opens Monday, July 28, at 9:00 am., and the program begins with prayer at 10:00 am. The program ends with closing prayer on Friday at 11:00 am. Meals include Monday lunch through Friday breakfast. Session schedule includes: • Basic principles of liturgy, music, and church environment and art; • Liturgical documents; • Sunday Eucharist and other sacramental rites of the Catholic Church; • and the variety of prayer forms available to Catholic communities. Sessions are held morning, afternoon, and evening every day (from approximately 8:30 am to 9:00 pm) with the exception of Wednesday evening—a free evening. Faculty Paul Covino Associate chaplain and the director of liturgy at the College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, Massachusetts; editor of Celebrating Marriage; workshop leader and liturgical coordinator. David Anderson Workshop director for GIA Publications, Inc.; director of music and liturgy at Ascension Parish in Oak Park, Illinois. Victoria M. Tufano Pastoral associate at Ascension Church in Oak Park, Illinois; editor at Liturgy Training Publications; team member for institutes and member of the Board of Directors, North American Forum on the Catechumenate. Date and Location July 28–August 1 • Pastoral Liturgy Institute, Baton Rouge, Louisiana Bishop Robert E. Tracy Center The Tracy Center serves the Diocese of Baton Rouge and is known for providing delicious meals and meeting special dietary needs. Rooms are double occupancy with shared bath. Limited single occupancy available for $100 supplement. Early arrival available on July 27 for $50 supplement. Located at 1800 South Acadian Thruway in Baton Rouge, the center is less than half an hour’s drive from Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport. Registration Information You can register by mail, fax, or online. Just complete the registration form and return it to NPM with your payment. LOWEST AVAILABLE RATES Our lower advance rates apply until 30 days before the program. MEMBER DISCOUNTS: For NPM Parish Members, registration discount fee is transferable to anyone in the parish. If your name is not on the parish membership, include the parish group number on your registration form. For NPM Individual Members, discount cannot be transfered to others. No discount available to subscribers. New members who join at the same time as registering for the institute receive the members’ discount. NON-MEMBER RATE applies if you are not an NPM member. Or you can join NPM now and register at the lower member rate. On the registration form, check “New Member,” indicate your preferred membership category, and add the appropriate fee. TUITION includes group sessions, individual coaching, materials, and all meals as noted during the course of your institute. CONFIRMATION AND CANCELLATION You will receive a confirmation statement before your program. Cancellation: Requests received in writing one week prior to the institute will receive a full refund less a $50 processing fee. (This refund will be processed after the institute.) After that one-week deadline, refunds are given only in the form of credit toward registration at a future NPM convention or institute. ACCOMMODATIONS Rates based on double occupancy. Limited single occupancy available for a $50 supplement (three-day programs) or $100 (five-day program): Check box on registration form. Limited early arrival lodging offered on a space-available basis for a $50 supplement: Check box on registration form. Limited late departure lodging available for Cantor Express Hartford (Thursday–Saturday program) for a $50 supplement: Check box on registration form. 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U.S. Postage PAID Suburban, MD Permit #2460 San Francisco, California Hartford, Connecticut Buffalo, New York Baltimore, Maryland St. Louis, Missouri Guitar and Ensemble July 14–18 Erlanger, Kentucky from the Pastoral Liturgy National Association of Pastoral Musicians Music with Children July 28–August 1 July 22–24 Baton Rouge, Louisiana San Antonio, Texas May 2008 Outreach for Deaf, Elderly, and Diminished Sight Mass for the Deaf Office of Justice and Pastoral Outreach DIOCESE OF MADISON The next Mass for the Deaf will be on June 8th, at 4:00 p.m. at St. Joseph’s Church, 1905 West Beltline Highway, Madison. A potluck supper follows with great food and fellowship. Please put this in your bulletins and spread the word about this signed Mass. All are welcome! Community Forum on Protection of the Elderly Seniors, Boomers and those interested in providing safe, rewarding and satisfying lives for the elderly are invited to this forum, “Love is Ageless,” on Thursday, May 22, 7 – 9 p.m., Blessed Sacrament Church, 2131 Rowley Avenue, Madison. There is no cost to learn from two leading advocates about how to assess the safety, quality and consistency of care, and how to recognize and respond to warning signs of neglect, abuse or other problems. For more information, or to register, call Ed Emmenegar at 608-238-3471, x 119 or e-mail at [email protected]. Diminished Sight Free large print and Braille lectionaries and sacramentaries are available for parishes who want to assist those with reading difficulties. There are four sizes, 44 44 Bold 24, 34, and . Respect Life News Wisconsin Bishops Share Stem Cell Information Grants for Crisis Pregnancy Centers Crisis Pregnancy Centers will be invited to apply for grants from this office to “Serving All and Sacrificing None,” a DVD on Ethical Stem Cell Research, is help them reach out to their communities to share the wonderful work they do. If being sent to all parishes with study guides and suggestions for educating our your parish partners with a Crisis Pregnancy Center, please let us know to people. Written for junior high school and above, it is 14 minutes of a lively re- whom you would like us to send inforprise of the wonders of stem cell remation. search and how adult stem cell research and new technologies hopefully will end the unethical use of human embryos for Questions on Susan G. Kolmen research. To get additional free copies, Some articles note that some funds raised for breast cancer research through please contact our office. Beginning and End of Life Issues – New Susan G. Kolmen groups have been donated to Planned Parenthood. We are DVD monitoring this and urge caution for any A new DVD featuring Fr. Tad Paparish involvement in supporting the cholczyk, of the National Catholic Bio- Race for the Cure. ethics Center focuses on “Beginning and End of Life Issues.” In two parts of 30 minutes and 26 minutes, we have copies available to borrow or it is available for purchase from the Diocese of Fort Wayne – South Bend. Environmental news The Catholic Church has led the world in many areas. Now that Pope Benedict XVI is being called the “green Pope” for his focus on the environment, here’s another “first.” From an environmental magazine, World Watch Institute: “Last year, the Vatican installed solar panels on its 10,000-seat main auditorium building, and it arranged to reforest land in Hungary to offset Vatican City’s carbon emissions, making it the world’s first carbon-neutral state.” Respect Life News Post Abortion Ministries Parish Truth Booths Project Rachel sponsors another training session on how abortion affects men on September 8 and 9 in Chicago. If you are a priest or deacon and would like to learn more about this grief issue, please contact Susanna Herro. The success of the Truth Booth at West Towne Mall in Madison engendered interest in having this display at the parish level. Beautiful 4 –D ultrasound images are shown with a soft lullaby playing in the background so people can see the wonders of the unborn child. All the parish needs is a DVD player. At the In addition, the Diocese is sponsoring a mall, young families were especially inRachel’s Vineyard Regional Training, trigued by the display. If your parish September 18, 19 and 20 at the Bishop would like to try this out, please contact O’Connor Center. Details are being us. We will have several kits available worked out, but there will be workshops to borrow. for those involved in all areas of postabortion ministry. Mark your calendars and save the date. The next Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat is November 14 – 16. If you have people you think could benefit from this healing retreat, please let them know. New brochures will be sent to all parishes soon. Second Sight Campaign benefiting the poor around the world A simple way to “be green” and provide a true benefit is to join in the “Second Sight Campaign.” For the month of May, the Lions Clubs and Rotary Clubs are asking people to recycle old eyeglasses. They say that about 75% of eyeglasses are not re-used. They clean, sort and distribute both prescription and non-prescription glasses, sunglasses and even hearing aids around the world. It’s not too late to join this effort. Call our office and we’ll get you a container or you can put up your own. Spring cleaning can work wonders for a person with limited vision in another country! Hispanic Ministry such as guides for music for various Parishes around the diocese are attract- feasts, seasons and a “Top Twenty” list ing hundreds of Hispanics to Masses of- of favorite songs to be sung by all. You fered in Spanish. An updated list of all can contact her at 608-203-5529, 608the Spanish Masses is available on-line 217-3579 or [email protected]. at __http://www.madisondiocese.org/ Outreach/JusticePastoralOutreach/ Fr. Mick Moon shared that he has HispanicMinistries/tabid/207/ worked with a university student to proDefault.aspx vide musical accompaniment for Spanish Welcoming Liturgies (This address will soon change. You will Masses. Another idea is to have a bilinsoon be able to find the Hispanic minis- gual person available to help your English speaking musicians interact with tries under Ministry) . If you know of others or have correc- your Spanish-language singers. There are many pathways to creating commutions, please contact us. nity and these have worked for others. One warm way to welcome people of another culture is to incorporate music into the Mass. There are several Spanish language hymns in the standard hymnals and introducing them at all Masses can build community. Baptismal Preparation Spanish language videos are available to assist in preparing families for Baptism. If you are interested, please contact our office. Toni Kellor, Director of the Diocesan Hispanic Choir, is bilingual with a Masters in Spanish and Bachelors in Music and she is very willing to visit your parish to assist in building musical outreach. She has many musical resources, Contact the Office of Justice and Pastoral Outreach at 608-821-3086 or [email protected] for further information on any of the offerings in this newsletter. 2007/2008 Monthly Comparison Report of Offertory Income Parish Name: City: ________________ Prepared By: ________________________ Daytime Phone: __________________ Month of May, 2008 Weekends Included Offertory Income This month in 2008: May 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 24-25 $ This month in 2007: May 5-6, 12-13, 19-20, 26-27 $ Offertory Total Increase \ Decrease: $ Percentage Increase Decrease % Please fax this report to Paul Margala at 608-821-3028, no later than May 30, 2008. If you would like to receive this form in an electronic version by e-mail, or have any other questions please contact: Paul Margala, Assistant Director Diocese of Madison Office of Stewardship and Development Phone - 608-821-3045 Fax - 608-821-3028 E-mail - [email protected] Diocese of Madison Calendar of Events May, June, and July 2008 May 3 Saturday Madison Diocesan Choir Spring Concert Location: Bishop O’Connor Catholic Pastoral Center Contact: Office of Worship (608) 821-3080 Time: 7:30 PM May 7 Wednesday Eucharistic Minister Workshop Location: Sacred Hearts of Jesus & Mary, Sun Prairie Contact: Office of Worship (608) 821-3080 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM May 10 Saturday Eucharistic Minister Workshop Location: St. Joseph Parish, Baraboo Contact: Office of Worship (608) 821-3080 Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon May 12 Monday Talk by Archbishop Migliore Location: Overture Center, Madison Contact: Office of Vice Chancellor (608) 821-3023 Time: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM May 14 Wednesday Eucharistic Minister Workshop Location: St. Patrick Parish, Lodi Contact: Office of Worship (608) 821-3080 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM May 19 Monday Eucharistic Minister Workshop Location: St. Rose of Lima Parish, Cuba City Contact: Office of Worship (608) 821-3080 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM May 20 Tuesday Extraordinary Minister Workshop Location: St. Henry Parish, Watertown Contact: Office of Worship Time: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM May 22 Thursday Priestly Ordination Rehearsal Location: St. Maria Goretti Parish, Madison Contact: Office of Vocations (608) 821-3089 Time: 5:00 PM with dinner following May 23 Friday Priestly Ordination Location: St. Maria Goretti Parish, Madison Contact: Office of Vocations (608) 821-3089 Time: 7:30 PM May 28 Wednesday Eucharistic Minister Workshop Location: St. John the Baptist Parish, Waunakee Contact: Office of Worship (608) 821-3080 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM June 3 Tuesday Implementation Commission Mtg. Location: TBA Contact: Office of Planning (608) 821-3023 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM June 4 Wednesday Implementation Commission Meeting Location: TBA Contact: Office of Planning (608) 821-3023 Time: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Eucharistic Minister Workshop Location: St. Mary Parish, Fennimore Contact: Office of Worship (608) 821-3080 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM June 7 Saturday Eucharistic Minister Workshop Location: Christ the King Parish, McFarland Contact: Office of Worship (608) 821-3080 Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM June 11 Wednesday Eucharistic Minister Workshop Location: St. Bernard Parish, Middleton Contact: Office of Worship (608) 821-3080 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM June 14 Saturday Eucharistic Minister Workshop Location: St. Andrew Parish, Verona Contact: Office of Worship (608) 821-3080 Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM June 17 Tuesday Eucharistic Minister Workshop Location: St. Barnabas Parish, Mazomanie Contact: Office of Worship (608) 821-3080 Time: 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM June 18 Wednesday ParishSOFT Onsite Training Location: Training Lab (Meeting Room 9) @ BOCPC Contact: Planning (608) 821-3023 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM June 19 Thursday ParishSOFT Onsite Training Location: Training Lab (Meeting Room 9) @ BOCPC Contact: Planning (608) 821-3023 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM June 21 Saturday Eucharistic Minister Workshop Location: St. Pius X Parish, Cambridge Contact: Office of Worship (608) 821-3080 Time: 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM June 23 Monday 12th Annual Catholic Charities Golf Outing Location: Blackhawk Country Club, Madison Contact: Catholic Charities (608) 821-3100 Time: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM July 29 Tuesday ParishSOFT Onsite Training Location: Training Lab (Meeting Room 9) @ BOCPC Contact: Planning (608) 821-3023 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM July 30 Wednesday ParishSOFT Onsite Training Location: Training Lab (Meeting Room 9) @ BOCPC Contact: Planning (608) 821-3023 Time: 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM 2008 Wisconsin Pastoral Handbook Changes May 2008 Listed below are corrections for your Handbook. Please contact Becca (Office of the Vicar General) at (608) 821-3015. Bold denotes the item being changed. Page E- 11 Parishes BERLIN All Saints Add: PO Box 269 <use for mailing purposes> Page E-17 Parishes Immaculate Heart of Mary Remove: Deacon: Richard Paine Page E- 28 Priests GRASSO, Rev. Philip A. ‘43 Add: Sinsinawa Mound Academy Apts., #110 Page E- 29 Priests KOTH, Rev. Arthur R. ‘57 Pastor Emeritus 702 S. High Point Rd., PO Box 44983, Madison, 53744-4983 Page E-36 Deacons BRUSH, Wesley, ‘78 8202 Highview Dr., #301, Madison, 53719 BYRNES, Timothy, ’07 Add: 920.350.0135 Page E-36 <continued> Deacons KRAUS, John, ‘04 Retired 17490 W. Crest Hill Dr., #3, Brookfield, 53045 Remove: PAINE, Richard STAFFORD, Joseph, ’04 Add: 608.318.2173 1117 Patriot Way, Sun Prairie, 53590 Page E-38 Religious Women Diocesan Offices and Agencies Madison Remove: Congregation of the Handmaids of the Holy Child Jesus (of Nigeria, Africa), HHCJ 608-873-6448 WORD OF LIFE May 2008 Intercessions for Life May 2008 May 4th Seventh Sunday of Easter/Ascension of the Lord For our Holy Father: in thanksgiving for his devotion to the Gospel of life; We pray to the Lord: May 11th Pentecost Sunday For doctors, nurses, and all health-care professionals: that they might receive the grace to resist all cooperation with the Culture of Death; We pray to the Lord: May 18th Most Holy Trinity For those who care for the sick and the dying, that God might reward them for their dedication to the infinite value of every human life; We pray to the Lord: May 25th Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ For every mother who this week aborts her child, and for her husband: that God might bring them repentance, healing, and peace; We pray to the Lord: God has sent his Only-begotten Son into the world, that we may live through him. from the Roman Missal Word of Life Bulletin Briefs May 2008 The use society hopes to make of biomedical science must constantly be measured against robust and firm ethical standards. … Foremost among these is the dignity of human life, for under no circumstances may a human being be manipulated or treated as a mere instrument for experimentation. Pope Benedict XVI, Address to the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to the Holy See, Oct. 11, 2007 A society unable to accept its suffering members and incapable of helping to share their suffering and to bear it inwardly through "com-passion' is a cruel and inhuman society" (Spe salvi, 38). … More and more lonely elderly people exist in big cities, even in situations of serious illness and close to death. In such situations, the pressure of euthanasia is felt, especially when a utilitarian vision of the person creeps in. In this regard, I take this opportunity to reaffirm once again the firm and constant ethical condemnation of every form of direct euthanasia, in accordance with the Church's centuries-old teaching. Pope Benedict XVI, Address to the Congress Organized by the Pontifical Academy for Life, Feb. 25, 2008 When God wants an important thing done in this world or a wrong righted, He goes about it in a very singular way. He doesn’t release thunderbolts or stir up earthquakes. God simply has a tiny baby born, perhaps of a very humble home, perhaps of a very humble mother. And God puts the idea or purpose into the mother’s heart. And she puts it in the baby’s mind, and then – God waits. The great events of this world are not battles and elections and earthquakes, and thunderbolts. The great events are babies, for each child comes with the message that God is not yet discouraged with humanity, but is still expecting goodwill to become incarnate in each human life. Edmond McDonald Compared with women with no history of abortion, women who had one abortion were 2.8 times more likely to have a low birth weight (LBW) baby. Those with two abortions were 4.6 times more likely to have a LBW baby, and those with three abortions were 9.5 times more likely to have a LBW baby. The risk for preterm birth was 1.7 times, 2 times and 3 times, respectively for women with one, two or three abortions. J.S. Brown, Jr. et al., “Previous Abortion and the Risk of Low Birth Weight and Preterm Births,” J. Epidemiol Community Health (2008) 62:16. U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Secretariat for Pro-Life Activities PALABRA DE VIDA Mayo de 2008 Intercesiones por la Vida 4 de mayo 7º Domingo de Pascua/ Ascensión del Señor Por nuestro Santo Padre: en agradecimiento por su devoción al Evangelio de la Vida; Roguemos al Señor: 11 de mayo Domingo de Pentecostés Por los médicos, enfermeras y todos los profesionales de la salud: para que reciban la gracia de oponerse a toda cooperación con la Cultura de la muerte; Roguemos al Señor: 18 de mayo Santísima Trinidad Por quienes cuidan a los enfermos y moribundos: para que Dios los recompense por su dedicación al valor infinito de cada vida humana; Roguemos al Señor: 25 de mayo El Cuerpo y la Sangre de Cristo Por cada madre que esta semana abortará a su hijo, y por su esposo: que Dios les dé arrepentimiento, sanación y paz; Roguemos al Señor: Dios… envió a su Hijo unigénito para que vivamos por él. del Misal Romano Mayo de 2008 Palabra de Vida Citas para el boletín Mayo de 2008 El uso que la sociedad espera hacer de la ciencia biomédica debe medirse constantemente con sólidos y firmes modelos éticos. […] El más importante de ellos es la dignidad de la vida humana, por la cual de ninguna manera se puede manipular o tratar un ser humano como un mero instrumento para la experimentación. Papa Benedicto XVI, Discurso al Embajador de la República de Corea ante la Santa Sede, 11 de octubre de 2007. “Una sociedad que no logra aceptar a los que sufren y no es capaz de contribuir mediante la compasión a que el sufrimiento sea compartido y sobrellevado también interiormente, es una sociedad cruel e inhumana” (Spe salvi, n. 38). […] En las grandes ciudades hay cada vez más personas ancianas y solas, incluso en los momentos de enfermedad grave y de cercanía de la muerte. En estas situaciones es fuerte la tentación de recurrir a la eutanasia, sobre todo cuando se insinúa una visión utilitarista en relación con la persona. A este respecto, aprovecho la ocasión para reafirmar, una vez más, la firme y constante condena ética de toda forma de eutanasia directa, según la enseñanza plurisecular de la Iglesia. Papa Benedicto XVI, Discurso al Congreso organizado por la Academia Pontificia para la Vida, 25 de febrero de 2008. Cuando Dios quiere que se haga algo importante en este mundo o que se corrija un mal, lo emprende de una manera muy singular. No manda rayos ni provoca terremotos. Dios simplemente hace que nazca un pequeño bebé, tal vez de un hogar muy humilde, tal vez de una madre muy humilde. Y Dios pone la idea o propósito en el corazón de la madre. Y ella, en la mente del bebé, y luego, Dios espera. Los grandes hechos de este mundo no son las batallas ni las elecciones ni los terremotos, ni los rayos. Los grandes hechos son los bebés, porque cada niño viene con el mensaje de que Dios aún no está desanimado por la humanidad, pero todavía está esperando que la benevolencia se encarne en cada vida humana. Edmond McDonald Comparadas con las mujeres que no tuvieron abortos, las que tuvieron un aborto tenían 2,8 veces más probabilidad de tener un bebé de bajo peso al nacer. Las que tuvieron dos abortos tenían 4,6 veces más probabilidad de tener un bebé de bajo peso al nacer, y las que tuvieron tres abortos tenían 9,5 veces más probabilidad de tener un bebé de bajo peso al nacer. El riesgo de nacimiento antes de término era 1,7 veces, 2 veces y 3 veces mayor, respectivamente, para mujeres con uno, dos o tres abortos. J.S. Brown, Jr. et al., “Previous Abortion and the Risk of Low Birth Weight and Preterm Births”, J. Epidemiol Community Health (2008) 62:16. U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Secretariat for Pro-Life Activities WORD OF LIFE June 2008 Intercessions for Life June 2008 June 1st Ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time For our Bishop: in thanksgiving for his devotion to the Gospel of life; We pray to the Lord: June 8th Tenth Sunday in Ordinary Time For those who lead us in government: that they might work to protect the lives of all people, especially those who live on death row; We pray to the Lord: June 15th Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time For little children and for their teachers: that a love for life from conception to natural death might fill our schools with Christian hope; We pray to the Lord: June 22nd Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time For all medical students, that they might learn to rely on God and on his law as the guiding principle of their careers; We pray to the Lord: June 29th Saints Peter and Paul For expectant parents: that through the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mother they might wait in joyful hope for the wonders God will bring them; We pray to the Lord: The Lord is the defender of my life, who will make me tremble? My enemies who trouble me have lost their strength. from the Roman Missal Word of Life Bulletin Briefs June 2008 Next to the Blessed Sacrament itself, your neighbor is the holiest object presented to your senses. If he is your Christian neighbor, he is holy in almost the same way, for in him also Christ … the glorifier and the glorified, Glory Himself, is truly hidden. C.S. Lewis, “The Weight of Glory” Divorce and abortion are, of course, different choices, at times made in difficult and dramatic circumstances. They often give rise to traumas and are a source of profound suffering for the people who make them. ... They leave wounds that mark life indelibly. The Church has the primary duty to approach [such] people with love and delicacy, with kindness and maternal concern, in order to announce the merciful closeness of God and Jesus Christ. ... Yes, the gospel of love and of life is also always the gospel of mercy. Pope Benedict XVI, Address to the International Congress “Oil on the Wounds,” April 5, 2008 Sexually-active teenage girls (aged 14 to 17) are over 3 times more likely to be depressed than girls who are not sexually active and almost 3 times more likely to attempt suicide than their sexually inactive counterparts. One survey found that 72% of sexually active teenage girls (aged 12 to 17) wish they had waited longer before beginning sexual activity. Robert Rector et al., Sexually Active Teenagers Are More Likely to Be Depressed and to Attempt Suicide (June 3, 2003) Center for Data Analysis Report #03-04; available at heritage.org/Research/Abstinence/cda0304.cfm. Fifty-nine studies “found that there is a significant increased risk of preterm birth or low birth weight of babies in women who had a previous induced abortion compared to women with no previous induced abortion.” Byron C. Calhoun, MD et al., “Preterm Birth and Abortion,” Assoc. for Interdisciplinary Research in Values and Social Change Research Bulletin 20:2 (Fall 2007). “In February 2005, Sara Scantlin of Kansas awoke from the ‘persistent vegetative state’ she had been in since a drunk driver hit her in 1984 when she was only 18. … ‘Since 22 September 1984, Sara Scantlin had never uttered a word, her brain so badly damaged… that experts said she would spend the rest of her life in her own silent world. … [Since she awoke, her parents] have listened in astonishment as she reels off the names of relatives, former pets, friends from school and dates. … Her doctor, Bradley Scheel, says critical pathways in Sarah’s brain … have regenerated and kicked back into life. ... A very important part of this case is the fact that throughout her 20-year coma, Sarah could see, hear, and understand what was going on around her.’” “Is a Prognosis Always Infallible? Occasions When the Doctors Were Proved Wrong”; available at www.uklifeleague.com/proginfal.htm U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities Palabra de Vida Junio Junio de 2008 Intercesiones por la Vida Junio de 2008 1 de junio 9º Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Por nuestro Obispo: en agradecimiento por su devoción al Evangelio de la Vida; Roguemos al Señor: 8 de junio 10º Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Por quienes nos guían en el gobierno: para que luchen por proteger la vida de todas las personas, especialmente por quienes están condenados a muerte; Roguemos al Señor: 15 de junio 11º Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Por los niños pequeños y por sus maestros: para que el amor por la vida desde la concepción hasta la muerte natural colme nuestras escuelas con esperanza cristiana; Roguemos al Señor: 22 junio 12º Domingo del Tiempo Ordinario Por todos los estudiantes de medicina, para que aprendan a confiar en Dios y en su Ley como el principio guía de su profesión; Roguemos al Señor: 29 de junio San Pedro y San Pablo Por los futuros padres: para que por la intercesión de la Santísima Virgen María aguarden en una esperanza gozosa las maravillas que Dios les dará; Roguemos al Señor El Señor es la defensa de mi vida, ¿quién me hará temblar? Cuando me asaltan mis enemigos, tropiezan y caen. del Misal Romans Palabra de Vida Citas para el boletín Junio de 2008 Después del Santísimo Sacramento, tu prójimo es el objeto más sagrado que se presenta a tus sentidos. Si es tu prójimo cristiano, es santo casi de la misma manera, porque en él también Cristo… quien glorifica y quien es glorificado, la Gloria en sí, está verdaderamente oculto. C.S. Lewis, “The Weight of Glory” Divorcio y aborto son opciones de naturaleza ciertamente distinta, a veces maduradas en circunstancias difíciles y dramáticas, que comportan a menudo traumas y son fuente de profundos sufrimientos para quien las toma... En todos dejan heridas que marcan indeleblemente la vida. A estas personas tiene la Iglesia el deber primario de acercarse con amor y delicadeza, con premura y atención materna, para anunciar la proximidad misericordiosa de Dios en Jesucristo... Sí: el evangelio del amor y de la vida es también siempre evangelio de la misericordia. Papa Benedicto XVI, Discurso al Congreso internacional «Bálsamo en las heridas". 5 de abril de 2008 Las adolescentes (de 14 a 17 años de edad) sexualmente activas son por encima de tres veces más probables de estar deprimidas en comparación con las adolescentes que no lo son, y casi tres veces más probables de intentar suicidarse comparadas con sus pares que no lo son. Una encuesta halló que el 72% de las adolescentes sexualmente activas (de 12 a 17 años de edad) desean haber esperado más tiempo antes de comenzar a tener relaciones sexuales. Robert Rector et al., Sexually Active Teenagers Are More Likely to Be Depressed and to Attempt Suicide (3 de junio de 2003) Center for Data Analysis Report #03-04; en heritage.org/Research/Abstinence/cda0304.cfm. Cincuenta y nueve estudios “encontraron que aumenta de manera significativa el riesgo de dar a luz antes de término o tener un bebé de bajo peso al nacer en mujeres que anteriormente tuvieron un aborto inducido en comparación con las mujeres que no lo tuvieron anteriormente”. Byron C. Calhoun, MD et al., “Preterm Birth and Abortion,” Assoc. for Interdisciplinary Research in Values and Social Change Research Bulletin 20:2 (otoño de 2007). “En febrero de 2005, Sara Scantlin de Kansas despertó del “estado vegetativo persistente” en el que había estado desde que un conductor ebrio la atropelló en 1984 cuando tenía solamente 18 años… Desde el 22 de septiembre de 1984, Sara Scantlin no había nunca pronunciado una palabra, su cerebro estaba tan gravemente dañado… que los expertos afirmaban que pasaría el resto de su vida en su propio mundo de silencio… [Desde que despertó, sus padres] han escuchado asombrados cuando recita el nombre de familiares, mascotas anteriores, amigos de la escuela y fechas… Su doctor, Bradley Scheel, dice que los circuitos vitales del cerebro de Sarah … se han regenerado y regresado a la vida... Parte muy importante de este caso es que durante el coma de 20 años, Sarah podía ver, oír y comprender lo que sucedía a su alrededor’”. “Is a Prognosis Always Infallible? Occasions When the Doctors Were Proved Wrong”; en www.uklifeleague.com/proginfal.htm U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ Secretariat of Pro-Life Activities