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L E G A C Y Spring 2007 A Publication of the St. Paul the Apostle School Endowment S t . P a u l t h e A p o s t l e S c h o o l Welcome Fr. Ardis St. Paul’s Celebrates Seventieth Anniversary New Library Honors Sr. Stella Father Tom Jones Remembered MISSION STATEMENT The Saint Paul the Apostle School Endowment Fund is an endowed fund dedicated to securing the legacy of St. Paul the Apostle School. Our goal is $4,000,000. The principal is invested to generate interest income. The interest earned will be distributed to the school to: • support faculty excellence • keep tuition affordable • provide income for school improvements and repairs. The Endowment Fund is a plan for our future generations of students. SR. STELLA’S MESSAGE Dear Friends, We are delighted to present you with our newest edition of the St. Paul the Apostle School Endowment Newsletter. The biannual publication will provide the perfect opportunity to acknowledge our cherished donors to the Endowment Fund, as well as to highlight recent events and accomplishments within our school community. As we mourn the death of our pastor, Father Tom Jones, and welcome the arrival of our new pastor, Father John Ardis, it is especially fitting that we come together and celebrate what we love about St. Paul’s. By providing for our future, the School Endowment Fund ensures that coming generations will continue to enjoy the best aspects of our school, from our close relationship with our Parish and the Paulist Fathers, to camaraderie with friends at events such as the Fall Festival. The strong emphasis on intellectual curiosity and learning is represented by our new school library. This facility is an outstanding addition to the curriculum and furthers the mission statement of our school: the education of the whole child. We thank you for all that you currently do to enrich our community, and also for your continued commitment to the future of St. Paul the Apostle School. Sister Stella Maria Enright, D.M.J. St. Paul the Apostle School - Principal L E G A C Y COVER STORY CONTENTS SPRING 2007 FEATURES Fr. Tom Jones Remembered The 2006 graduates of St. Paul the Apostle School remember Fr. Tom in word and song. Back Cover St. Paul the Apostle Celebrates its 70th St. Paul the Apostle School celebrated its 70th Anniversary with a weekend of activities. Welcome, Fr Adris. A warm welcome to our new Pastor Fr. John Ardis, C.S.P. Fr. John arrived at St. Paul’s on April 10, 2007 from Boston. He will lead the SPA Parish Community for the next eight years. Read all about Fr. John. Page 5 Page 6 New Library Honors Sr. Stella The New SPA library is dedicated to Sr. Stella on January 29, 2006 with a “little help from our friends.” Page 8 Legacy Family - The Webers A special thank you to Ken Moulton, Ida Nagy, and Joan Doyle. Photography: Kimberly McCarthy, Ken Kilroy, Ken Moulton Board of Trustees Rev. John B. Ardis, C.S.P Jackie & Dan Cathcart Ben A. & Karen Dalby Sr. Stella Maria Enright, D.M.J. Kathleen Felesina Kathleen McCarthy John Plueger Barbera Thornhill St. Paul the Apostle spotlights the Weber Family – one of the growing number of families with three generations to attend our school. Page 7 St. Paul the Apostle School Educational Endowment Fund 1536 Selby Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90024 (310) 474-1527 ext 263 [email protected] www.spaendowment.com We are looking for SPA graduates. Please contact us if you have any information for our mailing list. S PA N E W S News Around St. Paul the Apostle “Surf’s Up St. Paul’s” Fall Festival Sets Record, Says “Aloha” to Matt and Danny Matt McCoy and Danny Amos search for the highest bidder. Nadine Curtin, 2006 SPA Festival Committee, l to r: Nancy Cooper, Janet Kate Kilroy, and Jillian Moulton hit the ferris wheel. Danielle Drake, Kelsey Feeley, Mary Ann McQueen, Marcie Newby, Julie Murphy, Good, and Taylor Johnson brave the thrills of the octopus. Katie Lewis, Marchell Hilliard, Molly Harrigan, Not pictured: Michelle Boydton The 2006 SPA Fall Festival, “Surf’s Up St. Paul’s” set a new fundraising record for the 4th year in a row. The $500,000 will be used to continue to improve the SPA School facilities including new school bathrooms and upgraded electrical wiring. We bid a fond “Aloha” to Matt McCoy & Danny Amos and thank them for their many years of wit and warmth as our fabulous auctioneers. Mark you calendars! St. Paul’s Pirates Cove Fall Festival 2007 - Oct. 12, 13, 14 Children Shine at 2006 Christmas Concert St. Paul’s Sponsors Thanksgiving Event St. Paul’s Kindergarten stole the hearts of all who attended this years Christmas Luncheon. l to r: Haley Chait, Andrew Chait, Tess Wojahn, Mary Crowley, Rebecca Reed, Theo Battaglia, front: Joe Crowley, Danny Crowley Over 80 SPA Seniors were guests of the PWC at the annual Christmas Luncheon on Dec. 13, 2006. This annual holiday treat included performances by the Paulist Choristers and our Kindergarten students with a surprise visit by Santa Claus. The St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Community was one of the proud sponsors of the Westside Thanksgiving Day Dinner Celebration at the Santa Monica Civic Auditorium. The St. Paul Community collected hygiene items and food for the over 3000 guests who came from all walks of life: from homeless individuals and working poor families to college students unable to get home for the holiday. 4 S PA Welcome Father Ardis It is with a great deal of pleasure that I look forward to serving as Pastor of St. Paul the Apostle in Westwood, CA. I come among you as one who desires to serve, and I look forward to coming to know the parish, it’s parishioners, needs and ministries. I am firmly dedicated to a collaborative style of ministry, recognizing and believing that all of us through Baptism have been called to share in the ministry of Jesus Christ. I consider my approach to be one of openness, desiring to hear the needs of all in the parish, and striving to meet those needs with the professional and volunteer ministerial staff. I am ever grateful for the dedication of the present staff, both parish and school, and for Fr. Brad Schoeberle who has served you well as the administrator these eight months. I am ever grateful for the ministry of Fr. Tom Jones among you, and pray that his ministry and vision among you will be carried forward during my years with you. I have just finished eight and a half years of ministry in Boston as the Director of The Paulist Center and local superior, and I pray that my gifts and talents will complement the many gifts and talents of the ministerial staff and each of you. I am hopeful that I will serve a full eight year term with each of you and that we can celebrate God’s journey in our lives together each and every day during that time. I come to you having taken a three month sabbatical to renew my batteries and restore my energy. I pray our time together will be filled with joyful prayer and an abundance of the gifts of the Holy Spirit. Fr. John Ardis Fr. Ardis at the Paulist Center in Boston. COVER STORY Fr. Ardis at the 2004 Democratic National Convention Biography John B. Ardis, C.S.P. Born: September 18, 1954 in Ionia, Michigan Family: Parents: Betha and Bernard both deceased Siblings: the sixth of seven children Education: May, 1976: B.A. in Religious Studies Aquinas College, Grand Rapids, MI May, 1989: Masters in Divinity Catholic University of America, Washington D.C Paulist Journey. August, 1984: Entered Mount Paul Novitiate In Oak Ridge, New Jersey August 1985: First Profession January 1989: Final Profession July 1989: Ordained Deacon: deacon year at St. Andrew’s in Clemson, SC. May, 1990: Ordained to the Presbyterate July 1990 to August 1995: first assignment Parochial Vicar at John XXIII University Parish, Knoxville TN August 1994 to August 1998: Director of Vocations Paulist Fathers (directed Fr. Brad Schoeberle) August 1998 to December 2006: Director of the Paulist Center in Boston September 1990 to December 2006: Superior of the Paulist Fathers in Boston S PA FEATURE St. Paul the Apostle School Turns 70 On Saturday, April 29, 2006 we celebrated 70 years of St. Paul the Apostle School: learning, growing and serving. The power of the St. Paul the Apostle Parish Spirit continues in partnership with the Daughters of Mary & Joseph, the Paulist Fathers and the many lay men and women who continue to collaborate with us. During the past 70 years, over 20,000 children have been the beneficiaries of an outstand Catholic Education and have received the foundation for a faith filled life. The 70th Anniversary Celebration included a full weekend of activities: Fr. Tom Jones, CSP with Sr. Stella Enright Kathleen McCarthy Duncan (Class of ‘74) with her mother, Kathleen McCarthy (PWC Pres. ‘70-‘71) Friday, April 28, 2006 IN-N-OUT Burger Lunch for SPA Students Special Teen Movie Event at Sony Pictures Saturday, April 29, 2006 Open House with School tours and photos Anniversary Mass Dinner Reception Monday May, 1, 2006 SPA Golf Tournament A special thank you to Kathleen McCarthy Duncan (Class of ’74) who did an outstanding job as our Anniversary Chairperson along with a hard working and dedicated committee. 70th Anniversary Committee Debbie Buderwitz Allison Weber Butler ’80 Jackie & Dan Cathcart Tina & Peter Cathcart Julie Chait, PWC President Karen & Ben Dalby Kathleen Felesina Greg Fischer ’66 Stephen Hearst ’70 Denie & Ken Kilroy 6 Jean Markarian Bunny May Kathleen McCarthy Mealanie & Tom Meyer-Whalley Julianne O’Connor Celeste & John Plueger Jackie & Colin Shepherd Barbera Thornhill & Gary Wilson Patty & Nick Weber Kathleen O’Rourke Yuhl ‘43 4 1 2 3 1. Deniese Kilroy, Marcia Alessi, Annette Haen, Holiday McGuiness, Jewel Krakoff, Kimberly Harold on the dance floor. 2. Marilyn Griffen (PWC Pres. ‘94-‘95), Lisa & Eddie Merrins, Martin May, Bunny May (PWC Pres. ‘80-‘81) 3. Sr. Nuala D.M.J., Sr. Edna D.M.J., Julie Chait (PWC Pres. ‘05-‘06), Danny Harold, Claudia & Jerry Fox 5 6 7 8 9 10 4. Anne & Kevin Watne, Matt & Mary McCoy with Fr. Tom Jones. 5. Fran & Frank Ardolf 6. Dan & Jackie Carthcart (Trustees, SPA Endowment) 7. Msrg. John Hughes with Sr. Stella Enright 8. Sr. Edna, Sr. Mary Rose 9. Danny Dominguez (Class of ‘75), Regina Dunne (Former SPA Faculty), Patsy Flanigan (Former SPA School Secretary), Joan Doyle (Former SPA Faculty), Thomas Rollerson (Class of ‘80) 10. Kelly Payne (Class of ‘69), Stephen Hearst (Class of ‘70) 7 S PA LEGACY FA M I LY Class of 1949 Class of 1980 Class of 2011 The Webers Three generations make a difference at St. Paul the Apostle Legacy (noun): something handed on from those who have come before l to r: back: Nick Weber, Patty Weber, Allison Weber Butler, Bill Butler, front: Hilary, Mason, Reilly St. Paul the Apostle School proudly celebrates the Weber family as one of the growing number of three generations of families to attend St. Paul the Apostle School. For over 70 years, the SPA mission and tradition of Catholic education has been the foundation for families like the Webers. We spoke to the Weber & Butler families about some of their favorite memories of St. Paul’s. Class of 2012 What teacher/priest touched your life and what lesson did they teach you? Mr. Weber: Sr. Josephine – she was pretty Allison: Father Carroll taught me to be kind to everyone. Reilly: Father Bud touched my life because he told us that we could make a difference in the world. Hilary: Father Bud taught us to put a little love in your heart and the world will be a better place. Mason: Mrs. G (Gaciano) taught me to try hard. Class of 2015 What was your favorite subject and why? Mr. Weber: Arithmetic – I like numbers Allison: Math was my favorite subject because I understood it. Mr. Rosadini was my teacher. Reilly: PE because I get outdoors and exercise which makes me happy. Hilary: Science and PE because they are fun and I’m good at them. Mason: PE because we get fresh air and playtime. Who was the principal and what did you like about her? Mr. Weber: Mother Mary Chantal, D.M.J. Allison: Sister Stella was my principal and I liked her because she was fair. Reilly: Sister Stella is kind and always trying the help us. Hilary: Sister Stella is my principal and I like that she let’s us do fun things. Mason: Sister Stella is a nice person. Do you remember one big political/national event that occurred while you were at St. Paul’s? Mr. Weber: The second world war ended Allison: I remember watching President Ford being sworn in as President while we were in science lab down stairs. Reilly: When I was in 2nd grade the election for who was to be president for the United States occurred and George W. Bush won. Mason: No. (Please note Mason is in kindergarten) What kind of car would your parents pick you up in? Mr. Weber: A woody convertable Allison: My mother only drove on Fridays because we had 5 families in carpool. She picked us up in a station wagon and there were 11 – 13 children in carpool. Reilly: My mom picks in up in the white Ford. Hilary: My mom picks me up in a big, white, fun car. Mason: My Mom picks me up in a SUV. New St. Paul the Apostle Library Honors Sr. Stella The moment the school bell rings, whether at recess or class dismissal, an eager line forms in front of the newly and beautifully refurbished St. Paul the Apostle School Library. “This is a community of avid readers,” says librarian Leslie Witten. “ I have to set a capacity at the end of the day, because children want to come to the library. They are literally busting down the doors.” A large-scale community effort has created a true haven for the students at St. Paul’s. The new library boasts an open, aesthetically pleasing environment with bright colors and comfortable lighting; electronic resources and a dramatic boost to the print collection, made possible by generous donations raised by St. Paul’s parents and the SPA School Foundation. As a longtime member of the school family, Witten has seen these developments evolve from start to finish. “Some of our really dynamic Sr. Stella with Danny Amos parent volunteers that were on S PA FEATURE the PWC started talking about how we need to re-do the library,” Witten remembers. “They were the ones who sparked the flames. The School Foundation jumped on board right away with their financial support.” Encouraged constantly by school families and by administrators, Witten began to compile three different design proposals for the Foundation to approve. Parent volunteers continued to share ideas. They also encouraged other community members to join the effort. When parent architect Ned Engs became part of the project, the dream grew even closer to reality. With so many different people involved, it is a wonder that all parties managed to keep one important secret about the new library – that it would be named after beloved principal, Sister Stella Maria Enright. “Everyone knows to what extent Sr. Stella is the heart of this school,” Witten remarks with a smile. “She is synonymous with the name of St. Paul’s. Naming the library after her was a great secret to keep.” A real collaboration between so many dedicated parents, friends, and administrators, the library also represents the heart of the school. It has become a place where our children come excitedly to gather, learn, and grow. “We’ve repeated to each other throughout this whole process: if you build it, they will come,” says Witten. “And that is true – so true.” Special Donor Levels We envite your support of 5 Year Pledge Annual Payment Founder’s Circle Estate, planned and cash gifts exceeding $25,000 over 5 years. Parton’s Circle $10,000 $2,000 multi-year plan or pledge. Benefactor’s Circle $5,000 $1,000 Choose from our payment Principal’s List $2,500 $500 Heritage Circle $1,000 $200 Honor Roll $500 $100 the Endowment with a single gift or through a plans. Every donation makes a difference. Join us today! Consideration of a gift to the St. Paul the Apostle School Endowment Fund is greatly appreciated. Thank you to those of you who have completed your pledges. If you would like to make an additional pledge your gift will help us reach our goal of $4,000,000. Endowment Donors Underwriters ($50,000 and above) Roy Ash The Arline and Thomas J. Bannan Foundation James and Janice Gipson Robert Kerrigan Kathleen McCarthy The Paulist Women’s Club John and Celeste Plueger Founder's Circle ($25,000) Mark and Susan Burger The Caruso Family Foundation Daniel and Jackie Cathcart Michael and Janet Feeley Robert and Jan Kern Kenneth and Denise Kilroy Martin and Bunny May Colin and Jackie Shepherd Frederick and Anne Waldeck Nicholas and Patricia Weber Patron's Circle ($10,000) Frank Ardolf James Ash Jeff and Cecelia Assaf Kevin and Cathy Berman Rich and Leah Cahalan Michael and Christi Catalano Robert and Patti DiTullio Roger Halfhide and Patricia McVerry Mark Harmon and Pam Dawber Theodore and Julie Humphrey John and Laura Legere Ken and Edna Luer James and Jill O’Callahan John and Patricia O’Keefe Gary and Virginia Ostrin James Peter Anthony and Carrie Policella Kevin and Susan Wall Kevin and Anne Watne Tom and Melanie Whalley Benefactor's Circle ($5,000) Najeeb and Randa Alshak Anonymous David Anderson William and Alison Butler John 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Roberts Thomas Roth and Rosalie Busch Peter Ruane and Margie Morgan Karl Ryser John and Laura Saade David Scher and Alena Tabora Carlos and Maureen Schneider Kathleen Kelly Sharpe Ming Shin Kou David and Anna Teresa Shirley Thomas Smith Estelle Stanley Pat Stebbins Tom Tarpey Wina The Blake and Lauren Thomas Steve and Lisa Thomas Bruno Thum Pedro and Marisela Torres David and Teresita Uy John and Suzanne Van Dyke Frederick and Edrieanne Votto Edgar Ward and Jane Wyatt John Westfield Brian and Amy Whitney Lonnie Williams and Linda Lloyd Da Silva Scott and Terri Wojahn Henry Workman Ben and Shirley Wrigley Youjae and Guijung Yi Teresa Newgard Young Michael and Fran Zonfrillo “If students grow up ignorant of the role of religion, of religious freedom, and religious faith in American life, then surely we will have badly failed them.” William Bennett S PA TRIBUTE Remembering Fr. Tom Jones Did you know that Father Tom played a game with 8th grade called "Stump the Priest?" In that game we were able to ask any question that came to mind. We found Father Tom to be unlike any priest we have known. The point of the game was to ask a question that Father Tom could not answer. I cannot remember that ever happening. From his answers, we could tell that Father Tom really had no regrets. He lived life to the fullest and made the best of every situation he found himself in. He enriched the lives of all those people lucky enough to meet him. As 8th graders, we count ourselves among the group that he touched each time he came to class. Katie Buderwitz Class of 2007 Fr. Tom Jones, C.S.P. • • • • Born: October 27, 1955 Paulist First Promise: August 12, 1978 Ordained Paulist Priest: May 22, 1982 Entered Eternity: Janruary 16, 2007 Did you know, that Father Tom was a hockey referee? Yep, the guy with the striped shirt and the whistle. He refereed all ages of hockey players, from 3-year-olds who didn't know where to stand, to adults who sometimes needed to be reminded about good sportsmanship. He always wanted both teams to do their best, give everything they had to the game, and at the end, be able to shake hands and congratulate each other on a game well played. Father Tom loved all sports and kept up on every one. Hockey may have been his favorite, but we learned from him that in sports, and in life, you must play fair, do your best, and have fun! Wil Martin Class of 2007 “How Can I Keep From Singing” - Old Quaker Hymn St. Paul the Apostle School Educational Endowment Fund 1536 Selby Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90024 PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID LOS ANGELES, CA PERMIT NO. 1494