TexLaMex, June 2005, Page 2
On Monday night June 6, Holy Cross in Mexico celebrated the
Feast of the Sacred Heart at the Professed House. This was the first time in
many years for this celebration. Usually it comes too late in June for a big
celebration. The men are usually out of school or on retreat in Texas.
The celebration began with a 7:30 PM Mass with Fathers
Len Collins, Pete Logsdon, Dan Panchot and Marin Hernandez
concelebrating. Len presided from behind the altar in his wheel chair. Alfredo
led the music while the women candidates read. The two Moreau candidates also
participated in the Mass.
After Mass there was a typical CSC Mexican Fiesta with all the
fixings, Mexican food and music. Sisters Mica,
Juanita and Patricia really enjoyed themselves and everyone enjoyed
Juanita's Walking Tacos. Only two were missing: Naomi, who was working and
Margarito who was at the Major Seminary participating in a cultural week. In
all there were 4 priests, 3 sisters, 4 professed, 3 men candidates, 2 women
candidates and one possible candidate. A really
good time was had by all.
The Diocese of Austin has the Lumen Gentium Award. This
award is given by Bishop Aymond in recognition of service and
faithfulness. There were a number of people who collaborate with Holy
Cross.
Among the Holy Cross people there were
Fr. John Korcsmar, Fr. Harold Essling, Fr. Barry Cabell,
and Fr. Joe Tomei.
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Sister Jacinta
Amengual recently celebrated 43 years of religious life.
She has served the Austin Diocese in various areas, including as an educator
at St. Francis Parish in Waco and as director of religious education at San
Francisco Javier Parish in Austin. Sister Jacinta is a woman of
prayer, compassion and joyfulness. She has been the
director of religious education with various pastors at San Francisco
including: Fr. Jack Haley, Fr. Jack Keefe, Fr.
Leonard Paul, and Fr. Jim Martin. |
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Janell Bunten
(in pink next to Helen Osman) from St. Ignatius, Martyr
Church in Austin is known for her spirit of giving and generosity. She
has made stewardship her way of life. She prepares the church for
weekday and Sunday Masses as well as for funerals and weddings. Janell
coordinates a team of parishioners who take care of the St. Ignatius parish
and school grounds. Janell also leads the Altar and Society, is a
lector and extraordinary minister of Holy Communion. She also makes
altar clothes, purificators, corporals, banners, flower arrangements and
much more. Many, many Holy Cross priests have been
to her and her husband's home for many dinners. |
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Albert Costilla, Jr.
is a lifelong parishioner of Dolores Parish, As a youth, he was a
youth group leader and organized a youth choir. Presently he is the
director of the Sunday 10:00 a.m. choir and helps coordinate special events
for the parish. Albert organized and has served as the director of the
Narcotics Anonymous program at Dolores for 10 years, and he helps prepare
couples for marriage. He is an excellent role model for his two sons and for
the entire parish community. He is picture here with
his wife, Jessica (far left), Sr. Olivia, his son, Angel, Fr. John, his son,
Albert, and Sr. Rose. |
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Lynn Freeman
is a parishioner of St. Patrick Parish in Austin. Lynn has served the
people of St. Patrick Parish since it was founded. Sghe began and
continues to lead the parish's social ministry program. Lynn also
serves as the parish's pastoral associate, helping coordinate liturgical and
social functions, form new parish programs, and prepare couples for
marriage. Beyond that, she has grown children, several grandchildren
and runs a counseling center in Pflugerville. Lynn's enthusiasm for
her faith, dedication to prayer and willingness to help those in need are
truly inspiring. Lynn is on the diocesan CCHD
committee; Fr. John Korcsmar is the diocesan director. |
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Karin Kennedy
from Holy Family Parish in Copperas Cove has served as the parish
administrator for many years. She serves as a wealth of knowledge and
advice for anyone seeking information on the church or the community of
Copperas Cove. Karin is known for her approachability and for
consistently serving the parish with kindness and efficiency. Her
Christian example is appreciated and witnessed by many. |
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Louis Struble
is a relative of Bro. Ray Struble of the Indiana Province.
Louis Struble was instrumental in organizing the Diocesan
Catholic Committee on Scouting, and he has served as the chairperson of the
committee for more than 15 years. He is committed to building and
strengthening Catholic Scouting in the Diocese of Austin. Lou is a
member of the Knights of Columbus Council 5967 at St. Louis Parish in
Austin, and he volunteers with the Special Olympics and at Down Home Ranch
in Elgin. He is strongly devoted to the youth people of the diocese. |
