June 9, 2010
Vol. 44, No. 12

IN THE HEADLINES

Two Friars Profess First Vows June 5
Gerald Hopeck, Michael Reyes profess temporary vows as Franciscans

Matthew Gaskin Dies
Mass of Christian Burial for 88-year-old friar to be celebrated June 10 in Butler, N.J.

Theresa Bartha Celebrates 25 Years with Provincial Office
HNP’s executive secretary honored with Francis Medal

Ministries Pray in Wake of Oil Spill's Harm to Environment
Franciscan prayer services and online resources provided in response to Gulf disaster

FRIAR NEWS

Transitions
Announcements about Larry Burke, Thomas Kelly and Brian Taberski

Siena Honors Romuald Chinetsky
80-year-old friar receives St. Bernadine of Siena Medal

Jubilarian Profile: Missionary, Chaplain Marks 50 Years Professed
From Philadelphia’s St. Francis Inn, Bill DeBiase reflects on 50 years as a friar

Buffalo Friars Active in Community
St. Clare, St. Patrick friars support marathon and scouting event

New SBU Endowment Honors Gerald McCaffrey
St. Bonaventure University recognizes legacy, leadership

News Briefs About Special Ministry Activities of HNP Friars
Click for updates about Martin Bednar, Octavio Duran, Dan Grigassy, Chris VanHaight and others

ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPDATES

Manhattan Church Celebrates Year for Priests
Eric Carpine, Angelus Gambatese, David McBriar, Neil O’Connell and Emeric Szlezak honored

Solemn Profession Set for August 21
Jubilee celebration and solemn profession of vows highlight HNP summer schedule

Updated Directory, New Photo Album Online
Communications Office updates 2010 directory, offers informational resources

Franciscan Volunteer Ministry Still Accepting Applications
Seven confirmed volunteers for 2010-2011 year so far

Ninth Franciscan Forum To Feature ‘Dying, As a Franciscan’
Franciscan Institute gathering in Denver to include Dan Sulmasy as speaker

FAN To Offer Webinar June 17
“Franciscans & Civility in Public Discourse” theme of one-hour program

Province Extends Sympathy to Families of Deceased
Relatives of Stephen Kluge, Cassian Miles and Ronald Pecci have died

FEATURES

This Month in Provincial History
Notable June events including dedication of a monument to late friar Arnold Brown

Seasonal Reflection: ‘St. Anthony Came Through for Me’
Friars Anthony LoGalbo and Anthony Wilson share thoughts on their namesake’s feast day

FRANCISCAN WORLD

News from the General Curia in Rome
OFM conference presidents meet; soup kitchen inaugurated

General Visitor Appointed for Sacred Heart Province
Bruce Michalek of OLG to serve as visitor for midwest province

UPCOMING EVENTS

Funeral Services for Fr. Matthew Gaskin, OFM
June 9 - 10, 2010
Wake Service: 7 p.m. on June 9 at St. Anthony Church, 71 Bartholdi Ave., Butler, N.J.; Mass of Christian Burial: 10:30 a.m. on June 10...

Hispanic Ministry & Latino Friar Gathering in Silver Spring, Md.
June 15 - 16, 2010
Location: Holy Name College, Silver Spring, Md. Time: Program begins with lunch on Tuesday and concludes at midday Wed.

Provincial Council Meeting
June 23 - 24, 2010
Monthly meeting of Provincial Council members at Provincial Office on West 31st Street.

Jubilee Celebration for Friars Marking 25 and 50 Years
June 24, 2010
A special Mass will commemorate the 15 friars celebrating 25 and 50 years as Franciscan friars.
Time: 5:30 p.m.
Location: St. Francis of Assisi Church, W. 31st...

JPIC Local Contacts Retreat
June 25 - 27, 2010
Annual gathering of JPIC representatives of all HNP ministries. Location: St. Francis Springs Prayer Center

Provincial Office Closed for Holiday
July 5, 2010
The Provincial Office staff wishes friars and friends a happy and safe Fourth of July weekend. Beginning July 2, the Provincial Office will close at 4 p.m. on Fridays...