Most Reverend John Noonan

Solemn Installation of
Most Reverend John Noonan
as the Fifth Bishop
of the Diocese of Orlando
Thursday, the Sixteenth of December
Two thousand ten
Two O’Clock
Basilica of the National Shrine of Mary,
Queen of the Universe
Orlando, Florida
Pope Benedict XVI
Most Reverend Pietro Sambi, S.T.D., J.C.D.
Apostolic Nuncio to the United States of America
Most Reverend Thomas G. Wenski
Archbishop of Miami
Metropolitan of the Province of Miami
Most Reverend Norbert Dorsey
Bishop Emeritus of Orlando
Most Reverend John Noonan
Bishop of Orlando
Biography of Bishop John Noonan
Bishop John Noonan sees his ministry as a priest and bishop as a mandate from God. His Episcopal motto
“God before me and God with me” originates in Exodus when Moses was leading the chosen people out of
slavery and into the Promised Land. That same prayer was spoken by St. Patrick as he preached the Gospel
in Ireland. Like Moses and St. Patrick, Bishop Noonan, fifth bishop of Orlando, is following God’s call to
serve His people.
John Noonan was born in Limerick, Ireland and immigrated to New York at the age of 18 and later
relocated to Miami where his calling to the priesthood led him to St. John Vianney College Seminary. After
graduation, he attended St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary and graduated with a Master of Divinity in
1983. On September 23, 1983 he was ordained to the priesthood for the Archdiocese of Miami and received
his first pastoral assignment as parochial vicar, St. Elizabeth of Hungary, Pompano Beach.
From early in his priesthood, he was seen as a humble servant willing to do whatever was needed in service to
the Lord. He excelled at leading young people to Christ and became chaplain for Youth Ministry in Broward
County between 1985 and 1987. He then assisted young men discerning a vocation to the priesthood as Dean
of Men, St. John Vianney College Seminary from 1989 to 1993.
He continued to serve in the area of education forming young people in the faith and leading Catholic schools
in the Archdiocese of Miami. He served as supervising principal of Msgr. Edward Pace High School, Miami
Gardens from 1993 to 1994 and supervising principal of St. Brendan High School, Miami from 1994 to
1996.
Having a keen interest in education, Bishop Noonan pursued additional studies and received a Master of
Education from Boston College in 1996.
He then assumed a leadership role at the seminary he once attended, serving as Rector/President, St. John
Vianney College Seminary between 1996 and 2010. He also assisted priests with encouragement and support
as Director of Priestly Life and Ministry between 2001 and 2010.
During his time in the Archdiocese of Miami, Bishop Noonan contributed to the area of vocations by serving
on several committees including Archdiocesan Vocations Board, Vocation Acceptance Committee and the
Advisory Board Diaconate Program.
He also had a major role in the pastoral care of religious sisters and priests by serving as vicar for religious,
vicar general and as a member of the Archdiocesan Personnel Board.
Pope John Paul II conferred the title of monsignor upon Reverend John Noonan on October 22, 2001. Pope
Benedict XVI named him auxiliary bishop of Miami, June 21, 2005 and he was ordained to the episcopacy,
August 24, 2005 at the Cathedral of St. Mary, Miami. The Holy Father appointed him bishop of Orlando,
October 23, 2010 and his installation ceremony occurs on December 16, 2010 at the Basilica of the National
Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe.
Presider
Most Reverend John Noonan, Bishop of Orlando
Concelebrants
Most Reverend Thomas Wenski, Archbishop of Miami
Most Reverend Norbert Dorsey, Bishop Emeritus of Orlando
Reverend Monsignor Jean-Francois Lantheaume, Counselor of the Apostolic Nunciature
Very Reverend Richard Walsh
Visiting Archbishops and Bishops
Priests of the Diocese of Orlando
Visiting Priests
Deacons
Reverend Mr. David Gray,
Reverend Mr. Nicholas Tocco
Reverend Mr. Paul Volkerson
Reverend Mr. Juan Cruz
Masters of Ceremonies
Very Reverend Robert Webster,
Diocesan Director of Liturgy
Reverend Thomas G. Barrett
Reverend Miguel Gonzalez
Mr. Jon Trout
Servers
Seminarians of the
Diocese of Orlando
Readers
Mrs. Thuan Cat Tran
Mr. Nelson Sierra
Diocesan Director of the Diaconate
Introductory Rites
Prelude
Entrance
Nun, Komm der Heiden Heiland
-J.S. Bach
Rejoice in the Lord Always
-Wm. Glenn Osborne
March upon a Theme by Handel (“Lift Up Your Heads”)
-Alexandre Guilmant
Come, Rejoice in God Our King
Sign of the Cross and Greeting
Rite of Installation and
Canonical Possession
Reading of the Apostolic Mandate
Monsignor Jean-François Lantheaume, Counselor of the Apostolic Nunciature, representing His Excellency,
Most Reverend Pietro Sambi, the Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, reads the apostolic letter appointing
Bishop Noonan as Bishop of Orlando.
Presentation of the Apostolic Mandate
The apostolic letter is formally presented to the Chancellor, Father Gregory Parkes, then to the diocesan
consultors, and finally to the people.
Acceptance
Bishop Noonan states his acceptance of his appointment as Bishop of Orlando.
Seating of the Bishop
Archbishop Wenski and Monsignor Lantheaume lead Bishop Noonan to his chair where he is presented with
the crosier, the pastoral staff of office.
Acclamation and Community Greetings
When Bishop Noonan has been seated, the assembly welcomes him with applause. Representatives of the
diocesan, interfaith and civic communities greet Bishop Noonan and pledge their support to the Bishop in
his ministry.
Gloria
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Gloria of the Bells
Collect
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Liturgy of the Word
First Reading
As a shepherd tends his flock, so will I tend my sheep.
Ovejas mías, sepan que yo voy a juzgar entre oveja y oveja.
Ezekiel 34: 11-16
Reader: Đó là lời Chúa.
All:
Tạ ơn Chúa.
Responsorial Psalm
Second Reading
Psalm 25: 4-5, 8-9, 12-14
Ephesians 4: 1-7-11-13
He gave some as apostles, others as evangelists.
Thánh Phaolô nhắn nhủ giáo đoàn Êphêsô hãy sống xứng đáng ơn gọi của mỗi người do
Thiên Chúa đã ban cho. Mỗi người lãnh nhận được ân sủng tùy theo mức độ Đức Kitô ban để
phục vụ hầu xây dựng Nhiệm Thể Chúa Kitô trong tình yêu thương hiệp nhất cho đến khi đạt tới
sự viên mãn trong Đức Kitô.
Reader: Palabra de Dios.
All:
Te alabamos, Señor.
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Gospel Acclamation
Gospel
John 15: 9-17
Deacon:
All:
Deacon:
All:
Mass of Light
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
A reading from the holy gospel according to John.
Glory to you, Lord.
Nadie tiene amor más grande a sus amigos, que el que da la vida por ellos.
Đức Kitô dạy các môn đệ của Người: “Anh em hãy ở lại trong tình thương của Thầy ....
để anh em được hưởng niềm vui của Thầy, và niềm vui của anh em được nên trọn vẹn. Không
phải anh em đã chọn Thầy, nhưng chính Thầy đã chọn anh em, và cắt cử anh em để anh em ra
đi, sinh được hoa trái, và hoa trái của anh em tồn tại.... Điều Thầy truyền dạy anh em là hãy yêu
thương nhau.”
Deacon: The gospel of the Lord.
All:
Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
Homily
Bishop Noonan
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General Intercessions
Music: Mike Hay; © 1994, World Library Publications, Schiller Park, IL. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
Liturgy of the Eucharist
Preparation of the Altar and the Gifts
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Tesoros Ocultos
(Treasures Out of Darkness)
Eucharistic Prayer
Sanctus
Memorial Acclamation
Amen
Misa Bilingüe
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Rite of Communion
Lord’s Prayer
Sign of Peace
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Breaking of Bread
Communion
Choral meditation
No Greater Love
The Breastplate of St. Patrick
-arr. John O’Keeffe
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Concluding Rite
Closing
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O Come, O Come, Emmanuel
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THE COAT OF ARMS & EPISCOPAL MOTTO OF
MOST REVEREND JOHN NOONAN
FIFTH BISHOP OF ORLANDO
The coat of arms of Bishop John G. Noonan, fifth bishop of the Diocese of Orlando, combines diocesan
(left half) and personal (right half) elements. These elements have special meaning that are personal and
spiritual; temporal and eternal – reflecting not only his life experiences but his faith journey as well.
On the left side of the shield, for the Diocese of Orlando, the main colors of red and gold recall the colors of the flag of Spain, for it was missionaries from that country who first brought the Gospel to Florida.
The Chi-Rho (X-P) is taken from the two first letters of the Greek word for Christ, the Son of God and the
center of all Christian faith. The golden shell is a traditional symbol for the Apostle St. James the Greater,
patron of the Cathedral. The orange blossom indicates that the nine counties of the diocese are centered in
Orange County.
In the upper portion of the diocesan arms is a blue fleur-de-lis on a background of white or silver. This is in
honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God and the patroness of the Diocese of Orlando.
On the right side of the shield are the personal coat of arms of Bishop Noonan. It is divided among fields in
the same fashion as the coat of arms of Pope Benedict XVI as a way to honor the Holy Father who elevated
him to the Office of Bishop.
The area to the left is rendered in blood red. This represents the Precious Blood in the Eucharist. Upon
this field appears one of the most ancient symbols in Christian art, the Pelican. Since the first century after
Christ, the Pelican has represented both the Church Universal and the Eucharist. As depicted in Bishop
Noonan’s coat of arms, the Pelican is seen piercing her own breast and represents Christian sacrifice and a
filial love for God the Father. Bishop Noonan specifically selected this image to commemorate the Year of
the Eucharist, which was promulgated by the late Pope John Paul II in October 2004, the liturgical year in
which he was raised to the episcopal dignity.
On the right side of Bishop’s Noonan’s shield the field is silver or white, representing innocence of soul and
the holiness of Christian life.
It is customary for bishops to adopt an emblem from their family arms. Bishop Noonan has chosen a red
phoenix arising from a bed of flames. The arms of the Noonan family include a silver field on which appear
three fierce red falcons. The bishop has adapted this inspiration to appear in singular form as the spiritual
mythical beast known as the Phoenix. The Phoenix is the symbol of the Resurrection of Christ and Christian triumph over sin and death and when it appears with a halo, as in the case of Bishop Noonan’s arms, it
also represents the person of the Risen Christ.
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After the Middle Ages, the Church also assigned the Phoenix to the attribute of chastity and is therefore one
of the emblems of the celibate clergy. The gold halo represents both the Wisdom of God the Father and the
Trust that Christ places in the men he calls to the fullness of Holy Orders.
The bottom field is gold, which once more represents the Wisdom of God. Bishop Noonan chose a special
place in his design to honor the Curé d’Ars, Saint John Vianney. This French priest is the patron saint of the
seminary in Miami, where Bishop Noonan served as rector and the patron of all parish priests everywhere.
In a homily entitled “Harvest Crosses,” Saint John Vianney tells a story about local farmers who hid small
wooden crosses in the earth which were later discovered by migrant farmers and inspired prayers of thanksgiving and praise for God. On the gold field of wisdom, tied bundles of lavender appear representing the
actual harvests of both Saint John Vianney’s farmers and metaphysically speaking, of Christ with His flock.
Between them appears a black Cross Moline, which is a heraldic adaptation of the Christian Cross assigned
to represent France. The lavender plant has been regarded as a safeguard against evil and as Christ’s herb.
Bishop Noonan will be the first person to ever bear the heraldic emblem of the cross between two garbs of
lavender as they relate symbolically to the Curé d’Ars.
Over the bishop’s coat of arms, is found a small silver shield (rendered in heraldry as white) and which
once more symbolizes innocence and purity of soul. The palm represents the Church of Miami and is a
special way of honoring the archdiocese and people of Miami. Behind the palm appears two staffs with
gourds, or haversacks. These staffs are the main heraldic symbol of Saint Raphael the Archangel whom
Sacred Scripture tells us was the guardian of the pilgrim Tobias. Together these emblems represent the
spiritual journey, or pilgrimage, that each Christian makes in life.
One additional remembrance of the bishop’s native Ireland is the inclusion of the episcopal cross with
crowned heart positioned above the shield which is a variation of a Claddagh emblem. The Claddagh has
come to represent the love of Irishmen abroad for their homeland.
The green pilgrim’s hat is the traditional emblem that adorns a bishop’s crest. For bishops, there are six tassels suspended on either side of the hat in a pyramidal style. The color green is the true color of the Office
of Bishop and as the color of growth and renewal, also suggests eternal life.
MOTTO
A bishop’s personal motto has always been intended to represent his personal spirituality and theologically
-based philosophy of life and is most frequently grounded in Sacred Scripture or in a prominent prayer or
litany.
Bishop Noonan’s motto is a beautiful Old Irish (Gaelic) motto from the prayer of the “Breastplate of Saint
Patrick.” In the English translation, it is rendered as GOD BEFORE ME AND GOD WITH ME. By
selecting this prayer for his motto, he confirms his own belief that all things are possible through faith and
love in Jesus Christ.
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Historical Artifacts Used in Today’s Celebration
The Vesture used in today’s celebration was designed and executed by The Holy Rood Guild, a part of
the work of Saint Joseph Abbey in Spencer, MA. The chasuble and miter worn by Bishop Noonan are called
“Canterbury Cathedral” and have a design of gothic tracery damask on a cream foundation fabric. Also
commissioned were vesture for four additional priests and two deacons and is called “Canterbury.” This set
of vestments will be used in the future at Saint James Cathedral.
The Pectoral Cross and Ring of Bishop Thomas Grady, the Second Bishop of
Orlando, are being worn by Bishop Noonan on this day. Bishop Grady was installed on this day, December
16, in 1974.
The Jubilee Crosier was given to the Diocese of Orlando as a 25th Anniversary gift to the Diocese
by the Council of Catholic Women and the Knights of Columbus on June 18, 1993. The crosier is made of
sterling silver, white and yellow gold, and stands 6 feet tall. It was designed by Father Bob Webster and Jack
Moroney (Moroney’s Church Goods, Fort Lauderdale) and was executed by The Spanish Artisans of Spain.
The workmanship and history are reflected in the crook and the node of the crosier. Shaped as a “shepherd’s
staff,” the node reflects the Irish heritage of the founding of the Diocese of Orlando, the gold bands of shells
and fleur-de-lis (located above and below the node) honor Saint James and Mary, the Mother of God, the
patron saints of the diocese. The Diocesan Coat of Arms is executed in cloisonné and is located under the
node. The crosier is embellished with garnets.
The Chalice and Paten of Bishop Thomas Grady, a part of the Sacristy of the
Saint James Cathedral, was a gift from the priests of the Diocese of Orlando on the occasion of his 50th Anniversary of Ordination to the Priesthood, April 23, 1988. Of celtic design, the chalice is made of pewter,
white and yellow gold, and is ornamented with semi-precious stones. It has been used at every principal and
historic celebration in the diocese for the past 22 years.
Symbols of the Bishop
A bishop, from the Greek word episkopos (overseer), is a direct successor to the apostles. Bishops have, by
divine institution, taken the place of the apostles as pastors of the Church. The installation of Bishop John
Noonan as the fifth Bishop of Orlando focuses a spotlight on symbols of a bishop. In fact, the bishop himself
is a symbol and is surrounded by symbols.
The Bishop’s Chair
In ancient times, a chair was a sign of authority to teach. The bishop’s chair is called a cathedra from the
Latin word for chair and it is the presence of the bishop’s cathedra in a church that makes it a cathedral. The
bishop’s chair then is a symbol of the bishop’s teaching office and pastoral power in his diocese. It is also a
sign of the unity of believers in the faith that the bishop proclaims as shepherd of the Lord’s flock.
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Coat of Arms
A bishop’s coat of arms is distinguished by a sign of his rank. That sign, placed over the shield, is a particular
version of an ecclesiastical hat that was worn in processions, as late as 1870. The hat is low-crowned, flat,
and wide-brimmed. On a bishop’s coat of arms, the hat is green and hanging from it are 12 green tassels, six
on each side. There’s also a processional cross above the shield. The cross on a bishop’s coat of arms has one
bar; an archbishop’s cross has two. The design of the shield itself differs from bishop to bishop.
Miter
The miter is the proper liturgical headdress for all bishops of the Latin rite, including the pope. The word
comes from the Greek word mitra, meaning “turban.” It consists of two stiffened flaps of material joined by
a headband with two fringed strips hanging from the back base of the miter. The miter as we know it today
developed from the conical head-covering worn by the pope that appeared in the tenth century. At first, it was
only used by the pope.
Pectoral Cross
The pectoral cross gets its name because it is worn over the breast, or pectus, hanging from a green cord
intertwined with gold threads. There are rules determining whether it is worn over or under whatever the
bishop is wearing. If he’s in a suit and collar, the pectoral cross is usually placed in the vest pocket with the
chain showing.
Crozier
The crozier is a pastoral staff that is conferred on bishops (and abbots) at their installation. In the West, the
top of the staff is curved to remind the bishop of the shepherds crook and of his pastoral care of the people
entrusted to him. It is a sign of the bishop’s need to keep watch over his whole flock, sustaining the weak
and faltering, confirming the wavering faith, and leading back the erring ones into the true fold. Crosiers
dating from as early as the fourth century have been found in catacombs. By the Council of Toledo in 633, the
crosier is mentioned as a liturgical implement.
Ring
The bishop’s ring is a symbol of the bishop’s fidelity to and nuptial bond with the Church, his spouse. It
signifies the bishop’s symbolic marriage to the Church or Christ. The bishop’s ring is usually made of gold
with an amethyst. The bishop’s ring was first mentioned as an official part of the bishop’s insignia in the early
seventh century.
Zucchetto
The zucchetto is a skullcap worn, particularly by prelates, since the thirteenth century. The pope wears a
white zucchetto; cardinals, a red zucchetto; and bishops, a purple zucchetto. Everyone else wears black.
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Musicians
Choir
Gratitude is extended to this morning’s instrumentalists and to the Installation Mass
choir which is composed of music directors and choir members from throughout the Diocese
of Orlando.
Carol Beyer
Don Beyer
Antoinette Biggs
Hugh Bowen
Jitka Cinibulk
Bruce Croteau
Helen K. Dewyer
Bill Doherty
Esther Dutt
Patricia Eastwood
Valerie Hall
Bryan Hayes
Elizabeth Jennings
Jeffrey Jones
Katy Jorgensen
Virginia Jurewicz
John Knox
Aaron Kohl
Janice Leach-Davila
Danielle Lindner
Peter Loganzo
Kat Lopresti
Bob Macar
Robert McBride
David McGhee
Bernadette Moore
Bernadette Murray
Janet Opdenaker
Mary Anne O’Shea
Rich Pipas
Leigh E. Pollack
Tommy Pringle
Jimmy Reid
John F. Reilly
Samuel Reynolds
Elizabeth Roche
Linda Rooney
Lee Warren Rutan
Veronica Saa-Pabon
Cecile Scofield
Jeff Shaw
Christine Shields
Sharene Sindledecker
Barbara Snethkamp
Cathy Tardif
Debra Tate
Charles Thatcher
Denise Tolbert
Curtis Wallace
Dave Westbrook
William Wike
Brian Wood
Sr. Elizabeth Worley
Theresa Wytrwal
Dr. William Picher
Organist
Mr. Wm. Glenn Osborne
Director of Music
Bishop Noonan’s Installation will be Televised
The Solemn Mass of Installation of Most Reverend John Noonan as fifth Bishop of Orlando at the Basilica
of the National Shrine of Mary, Queen of the Universe will be televised.
The Catholic TV Network will televise the installation on December 22 at 12:00 noon and 8:00 p.m., and the
installation will also be featured on its website CatholicTV.com.
EWTN will broadcast this historic event on Thursday, December 30 at 1:00 p.m. with an encore presentation
on Friday, December 31 at midnight.
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