the casa bulletin - september 5, 2010

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Casa de Paz y BienFra nciscan Values at the Franciscan Renewal Center

Several weeks ago I shared with you the work Father Joe and I did with Kathleen Flanagan surroundinour FRC business model. I would like to share with you some of the core values we collaborated on wstaff during that period of study. These behaviors are how we on staff work to emanate goodness withour community and our guests.We value relationship over efficiency.We dont own the results God does.Intuition is a superior form of knowing over rationality.We accept interruptions as potential opportunities for cooperation with the Spirit.We look to the coincidence of opposites for answers.We trust in providence.Proactive collaboration and cooperation honors our interdependence yet accountability remains clear.Magnify the voice of the under-heard.Prayerful discernment.

Within the context of spiritual growth, attendance equals success.Potential for spiritual growth and transformation equals success.Our priority is cooperation with the Spirit. Although some of these sound quite theological, they stir inside and create a culture that embodiesFranciscan values. What does it mean to say one is Franciscan in their being and behavior? Generosiof spirit, simplicity of nature and poverty through detaching from things that separate us from the loGod are three. Of course, there are more but this is plenty to begin with. Our staff works in communiwith hundreds of volunteers to provide services to those who visit for any number of our ministryresources. Our evaluations for staff are also based on these Franciscan behaviors and values.

Out team of staff and volunteers begin with right relationship in our daily interactions with guests andeach other. We certainly strive for efficiency but not at the expense of relationship. Improving our registration process, insuring our front desk is staffed with friendly and caring people (not to mention live person on the phone 12 hours a day versus machine), listening first before sharing our perspectivforgiving or asking for pardon when we have wronged, consoling and being present. Business demanefficiency and productivity and we are constantly working on new ways to improve systems. We beliegood systems set us free to provide the type of relationship building that is a most important Franciscavalue.My point is this, integrated deep into the core of our collective being, our primary purpose for existing

an institution is for supporting the friars ministry and mission, working side by side with the friars in tvision of inspiring and changing society toward peace and goodness, renewing lives. We do that hereleading people to Christ on that journey. We return the generous love of God by our service toothers. This spiritual oasis, called The Casa, takes one away from the distractions of modern life, andrecharges one to become closer to God. We do this through the lens of Franciscan spirituality.

Peace. Renew. Good.Charlie Brown, GM ~

Learn more about our upcoming Franciscan Mentors Program in the new catalog!


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Franciscan Renewal Center 3We A re Here for YOU...

Schedule for Counseling Support Groups

Monday 6:30pm-8pm: Divorce & Separation/Relationship EndingsTuesday 5:30pm-7pm: Grief Support Group

6:30pm-8pm: Depression Support Group(Meets every other week: September 14 & September 28, October 12)

Wednesday 6:30pm-8pm: Gestalt Therapy Support Group

An appointment is not required forthe support groups listed above.

Individual sessions are available mornings, afternoons and evenings, Monday through Friday, and require anappointment. To make an appointment, please call theCounseling Ministry at 480-948-7460, ext. 133between the hours of 8:30 am and 12 Noon. If you know of someone who is looking for help, answersguidance or just needs someone to listen, please suggest our counseling ministry.We welcome all who are interested in attending.

Judith McH ale, MA, LPC, Director

Counseling Ministry, Franciscan Renewal Center

Journey in Faith-RCIA NewsAre you interested in seeking full initiation into the Christian way of life in the Roman Catholic communitradition? Then the CASA invites you to explore a Journey in Faith through the Rite of Christian InitiatiAdults (RCIA). The RCIA is a sacramental formation process that prepares individuals and communities forliving the Christian life. The RCIA sessions meet on Tuesdays. The first session is on October 5, 20107:00-9:00. The first 5 sessions are known as the Period of Inquiry. This is an open enrollment processyou are encouraged to attend all five sessions but are welcome to attend anytime during these fiveweeks. The Inquiry sessions are designed to help you discern whether or not you want to continue onJourney of Faith through the Periods of the Catechumenate and Purification and Enlightenment to fullinitiation into the Catholic Faith at Easter. Please callKathleen Garast at 480-483-3803 [email protected], or George Joumas 602-392-2012 or [email protected] or Steve Zaccari at 602-996-0583or [email protected] for more information.We are also seeking CASA community members to walk with these individuals as sponsors on their journefaith. The sponsor training sessions will be on Tuesdays, October 19th, 26th and November 2 at 7:00 pmPlease call Jeff Rochford at 602-369-7882 or [email protected] to sign up. Journey in Faith brochuresalso available in the lobby.

If you think you may be pregnant, 1st Way Pregnancy Center can help.The Casa would like to introduce the community to a ministry which has served women and teens who thinkmay be pregnant in the central Phoenix area for 38 years.1st Way Pregnancy Center believes that women whoare pregnant should not be treated as if they are in deep crisis. It is an act of justice to accompany a womanthrough her pregnancy and to give her all the support and information she needs in a homelike setting. 1st Wprovides professional documented information, as well as, great partnerships with agencies who offer full rangesupport for a woman in need. All services are free, from the initial test, the ultrasound scan to verify the prand then counseling her for a plan for the pregnancy. 1st Way then kicks in to provide all the education, reand practical support that a woman may need no matter how desperate her situation. From maternity clothes,diapers, formula and baby clothes and furniture, the client is sure to find an answer to her most pressing issueover-promising, judgment or manipulation at 1st Way Pregnancy Center, just listening caring volunteers working

woman to woman to sort out the needs and provide all the support available for the pregnancy. With oversigone of the best OB/Gyn's in the Valley, and nurses to follow up with her to supervise her next steps, our cliehave found trust and friendship during one of the most important occurrences of their lives. Please advise anywho may need this kind of support, 1st Way is there for her and will not abandon her no matter what her cmay be for her pregnancy. 1st Way provides help for those who are post abortive or post miscarriage as welyou would like to be a part of this life changing ministry, or would like to support or refer to 1st Way, pleaKay Allen at 602-261-7522. or visit 1st Way online at www.1stway.net.


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Faith in ActionA Message from the Director:Labor Day is traditionally a time in churchcircles to reflect on the value of work andthe rights of workers. Over the last 120years, the Popes and Bishops have writtenextensively on the meaning of work and on

how to protect the rights of workers especially low-income workers. According to the US. CatholicBishops, work is more than a way to make a living. Itis a form of continuing participation in Gods creation.We are to add value to our world and seek to form itmore and more into a reflection of Gods kingdom.How we treat our co-workers, clients or customersadds value to our world. We can also all askourselves if the work we do builds-up rather than tears-down a segment of society or even someone in ourcommunity. In the end, does the work we do move ustowards a more loving, more peaceful, morecompassionate society?

The US Catholic Bishops also say that to protect thedignity of work, we need to respect the basic rights ofworkers. They list these rights as: the right toproductive work, to decent and fair wages, to theorganization and participation in unions, to privateproperty, and to economic initiative.The Valley interfaith Project of which the Casa is amember has been working for the last couple of yearson a job training program for the Phoenix area. It iscalled Arizona Career Pathways.

The following is an update on their progress:The VIP leadership team has been meeting withhealth care employers in the Valley and haveidentified three career tracks to offer our firstcandidates. These career tracks are: 1) Hospitalbased medical coding; 2) Lab Assistant; and 3)Physical therapy assistant. Each of these programswill give students a certification on the first rung of acareer ladder to good jobs in the allied health field.Last month, we held two orientation sessions forprospective students (you probably saw the noticeof these sessions in the Casa Bulletin). 115 people

from across the metro-area attended these sessionsand we already have received 38 applications backfrom some of these folks. Counselors will bemeeting with these applicants who must now gothrough a process of testing, placement, registrationfor financial aid and classes at Phoenix College orGateway College, and remediation, if necessary.Although we had hoped to start student this fall, thereality is that it may be January before our first fullcohort will be in classes. If you want to volunteer tobe a mentor contact Margaret Snider [email protected]

Crossing Borders: Migration, Theology, and theHuman Journey

Monday Nights, September 20-November 156:30-9:00 pm

Cost will be $55 for the class and materials

The eight sessions cover the following topics: The Contemporary Debate and Public Policy History of Migration The Bible and Migration Foundations of Migration Root Causes Migration and Catholic Social Teaching Slavery in America The Human Face of the Migrant Eucharist and a Theology of Migration

Contact Patti Sills-Trausch for more information andto register: 480-948-7460 x 130

[email protected]

Casa Grounds For SolidaritySelling Fair Trade Coffee at the Casa

The next sale date is:September 11 & 12

Stop poverty and help reduce a root cause ofimmigration by purchasing a bag of Caf Justo Coffee.This will be your only chance in the month of Septemto purchase this fantastic coffee. Fresh-roasted coffee isonly $10 a pound with a variety to meet every taste,including regular or decaf. A $15 bag of gourmet coffis also available. Your purchase also support coffeefamers cooperative in Chiapas, Mexico and a coffeeroasting facility in AguaPrieta, Mexico.

Don't miss this chance to pick up excellent coffee!

The Faith In Action Ministry will continue itsexploration of Immigration and our Christianresponse with sessions this fall. The U.S. CatholicBishops have stated that nations have a right toprotect their borders. At the same time, they saythat nations must uphold human rights and treat allpeople with dignity. The next Immigration sessiowill look at Border Security from the perspectivea former Border Patrol agent and INSemployee. Date and time has notbeen set. Check the bulletin next weekfor more details.


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Pick up the new Fall Catalog6

Casa Community Bulletin BoardThis corner will be reserved each week for yourmessages such as: Looking for a ride to church Needwheelchair for 2 weeks Roommate needed to helpshare rentThe Casa will publish these requests in this space but it

does not reflect our endorsement or knowledge of thepeople submitting the information.

How to Submit your Bulletin Information: Deadline: 10 days prior to published Bulletin dateFormat: Type/print with complete information. The

ad will run 1-2 Sundays-we reserve the rightto edit.

Mail to: Bulletin EditorFranciscan Renewal Center5802 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85253

Drop Off: At the front desk (Attn: Bulletin)Fax: 480.948.2325

Drum Lessons: Casa member looking for a teen-ager or college student to teach beginning drumlessons to a 7 yr old. Call Christine 602.696.4702.For Rent : Private room w/private bath, furnished,garage space, well behaved pets welcome in newhome in Gold Canyon (60 & El Camino Viejo).Jocelin at602.318.0861.Our Lady of Perpetual Help Catholic School,Est. 1956 Grades K-8. OLPH is acceptingapplications for the 2010-2011 school year.Call to schedule a tour at 480.874.3720.For Sale: Beautiful Steinway Grand Piano. Onceplayed by Richard Rogers-Call 480.948.6305.For Sale: New acoustic guitar and case; goodbeginner guitar for $85. Contact Deb or Mark602.299.4913.P/T Teacher available for childcare Call602.570.9443.Nanny Available: Responsible, trustworthy stay @home mother of a 1 yr old son w/ owntransportation. Also a member of OLA Church.Contact Jessica 480.278.3569.Ride Needed: Casa member would appreciate aride to the 11am Mass-Please call Cheryl602.954.4078.For Sale: 1% down to buy a charming home insouth Scottsdale contact Blanca 480.205.3186Saint Maria Goretti Preschool has Openings for:2yr olds, Tues/Thurs; 3yr olds class, Tues/Thurs;4yr old Pre-K class, Tues/Thurs/Fri; Preschoolhours are 9:00am to 11:30am. If interested pleasecall the SMG Preschool office @ 480.948.3606.

Home VisitationsThe Pastoral Ministry to the Sick and Homeboundconsists of 20 women and men who visitcommunity members of the Church of Our Ladythe Angels who are sick or homebound or patientat Good Samaritan Hospital and/or the MayoClinic, bringing them the Body of Christ and the

love and prayers of our faith community. Throughthis remarkable ministry, we make thousands ofEucharistic visits annually. These Ministers arecertified by the Diocese of Phoenix for a periodthree years as Extra Ordinary Ministers of HolyCommunion and Pastoral Ministers to the Sickand Homebound . Hospital ministers must also btrained and certified at each respective hospitalwhere they volunteer and pass any appropriatemedical screenings. Ministers who visit homes doso in pairs and nurture loving relationships withthose served and their families. Often times,when the illness ends in death, these homeministers also continue to care for and console thfamily of the deceased whom they once served.This ministry is really about building relationshipsIf you are interested or have questions about thisMinistry, you are invited to an "inquiry session" oSaturday, September 18 from 9-11 a.m., in theLiturgy Office. Please callJohn Zemblidge at 602-971-0778 or Tim Hall at 602-482-1256 bySeptember 11, so we know how many to plan foPaz y Bien!

I Conoscenti di San FrancescoIf you want to know the real truth about

someone, go ask his mother ... and the oneswho knew him.

I Conoscenti is a concert of stories and song

about Saint Francis of Assisi told from theperspective of the ones who really knew him.Conceived and directed by Norbert ZwicklFeaturing the Casa Choir and musiciansand a variety of wonderfulguest performers.Friday, October 22 andSaturday, October 23@ 7pm in the Church of OurLady of the Angels.Tickets per person:$20 in advance$25 at the door if space


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Meetings at the CasaWe host non-profit groups from all over theworld. Hosting these groups subsidizes manyof our other ministries at the Casa and keepsour program and retreat fees affordable. Wewould appreciate it if you would refer anygroups, churches, non-profits or governmententities to Sue Force , Director of meetingsand conference ministry, [email protected] or 480.948.7460 x173.Upcoming Retreats at The Casa:Episcopal Deacons Retreat

* September 10-12Knights of Columbus* September 11

Women in Bloom* September 11

Disciples Womens Ministry* September 11-12

Hispanic Ministry of Peace & Justice* September 15-18

AEISD* September 17-19

Servite Provincial* September 20-24Unity Phoenix

* September 24-26

The Franciscan Renewal Center is amajor drop off for recyclable items!You can recycle magazines, paper,

phonebooks, etc in the recycling binslocated near the east lawn

Collection InformationCollection for 8/22/10 was $12,248(includes $1,617 Saturday Mass)

Collection for 8/23/09 was $12,333Communion count: 8/22/10 was 1,325Communion count: 8/23/09 was 1,163

Thank you for your continued generosity

TODAYS READINGSFirst Reading Who can ever knowGods counsel unless God gives wisdom andsends the Holy Spirit from on high?(Wisdom 9:13-18b).Psalm In every age, O Lord, you have

been our refuge (Psalm 90).Second Reading Paul asks Philemon toaccept back his slave Onesimus, not as aslave but as a brother (Phil. 9-10, 12-17).Gospel To be a disciple of Jesus onemust carry ones own cross and renounce all

possessions (Luke 14:25-33).

READINGS FOR THE WEEK

Monday: 1 Cor 5:1-8; Lk 6:6-11Tuesday: 1 Cor 6:1-11; Lk 6:12-19Wednesday: Mi 5:1-4a or Rom 8:28-30;Thursday: 1 Cor 8:1b-7; Lk 6:27-38Friday: 1 Cor 9:16-19; Lk 6:39-42Saturday: 1 Cor 10:14-22; Lk 6:43-49Sunday: Ex 32:7-11, 13-14; Ps 51

You can find us on facebook!Join The Franciscan Renewal Centeron facebook. We have nearly500 people and encourageyou to join our social mediacommunity.

DRIVE AWAY A HERO!Donate blood September 19 th and beentered to win a 2010 Beetle , courtesy ofPeoria Volkswagon.United Blood Services will be in Piper H8:00am-12:30pm. Make your appointmentonline: www.bloodhero.comSponsor Code:Franciscan

Find the hero in YOU donate blood.

Need Prayers?Contact Casa Prayer Partner

Carol Vaccaro - [email protected]


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The Casa de Paz y Bien8

Deep appreciation from the friars and staff for the many hours over the past six years that CarmGino Demarco have invested in the golf tournament. Over the years these funds providednecessary support to upgrade the exterior speakers used for Holy Week and many other technologupgrades for the Casa. Please consider joining us for this fun afternoon where again, we raisefor the Casa music ministry. This outing has raised well over $50,000 for the FRC.Although it is a hot day, laughter and fun as well as cool beverages make it fantastic. Norbertand his team of musicians perform in the evening and the food is excellent. Please consider jous this afternoon. The format is set up so that even a beginning golfer can have fun enjoyingafternoon with others.

Thank you, Charlie, Fr. Peter and Fr. Joe and the entire staff at


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PET CONTESTMark your calendars...The St. Francis Festival

2010 is coming up on October 30 and 31!Enter your pet in the contest to bethe MASCOT of this years festival.Contest Guidelines: Submit a photo of just the pet (nohumans allowed in pic). Glossy or matte; must be smaller than 8x11. On the back of the photo include a)name of pet; b) type of animal; c) age; d) contactphone # and/or email of owner. Send the photo digitally as a jpg file [email protected] the email, include all theinformation above OR place photo in an envelopeand drop off at the front desk marked: St. FrancisFestival Mascot Contest. Pictures will not be returned. Contest endsSeptember 14. Benefits for the Mascot: The 2010 St. FrancisFestival Mascot will have his/her photo used inadvertising the Festival, 2010 in poster, flier, andwebsite advertising AND the honor of being the firstanimal blessed at the Blessing of the Animals. Questions?? Call 480-948-7460, ext. 153

Its not too late to registerPrograms include: Family Catechesis for grades K- 6 First Reconciliation for grades 2and above First Communion and Confirmation for grade3 and above RCIA for Children for ages 7 and above whhave not been baptized. Middle School (grades 6 8) MinistryHigh School Youth MinistryFor more information contact Patty Tafolla at480.948.7460 ext. 154 or at [email protected]

You can register via email or by appointmenRegistration taken after Sept. 10 th will include a

late fee. Sessions start next week SundaySeptember 12 th ! Upcoming Events:Tuesday, Sept. 7: Core Catechest Meeting 6:30Sunday, Sept. 12: First ReconciliationSunday, Sept. 19: Family CatechesisThursday, Sept 23: Parent Baptism Session 6:30pm

Eve's DaughtersWomen on the journey, you are invited to explore your spiritual path with Eve's Daughters, a

very special group of women who meet on

Monday evenings from 7-9pm. Life is busy and can be hectic. How do you nurture yourself to stay centered and maintain your connection to the Divine? This gathering might just be a way for you to do that. We come together to support one another on the spiritual

journey through story, song, ritual,prayer and sharing. This is a "safe place" to explore our spirituality as women, and

to respectfully express our passion and our growing pains. Our fall session begins on Monday, September 13. For more information, please call Mary Jo McLaughlin at 602.957.8949 or email [email protected]

- Peace & Good, Mary Jo

Franciscan Journey hasFeatured our very own, Fr. AlonSee Fr. Alonso de Blas, OFM exp

the Franciscan faith in HD. Thcurrent series is on

The Church as Sacrament.Go to www.franciscanjourney.co

to see the series..


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Missed Getting a Sunday Bulletin Not to worryNow you can see thecomplete Sunday Bulletin online!

Go towww.thecasa.org and scroll to thebottom of the Home Page. The mostcurrent bulletin is available, with an

archive of several past bulletins for youconvenience.

Got questions?Come over to the CasaInformation Table after Mass and askaway! We invite all who are new to thCasa, or to the Valley, to come over andpick up some information about the CasaWere glad youre here!

Register to Become a Memberof the Conventual Church of

Our Lady of the AngelsIf you havent registered as a memberyet, you are welcome to get a registrationform at the FrontDesk or at theInformation Table inthe hospitality area.As of June 1, 2010we have 3,056members.You can also print out an Adobe.pdf copyof the Registration Form on the websiteat www.thecasa.org.

September 5, 2010 12Whats Going On This Week?

7:00am - Daily Mass7:30am - Morning Liturgy of the HoursRegular Mass Times:

Saturday: 5:00pmSunday: 7:30am, 9:15am,11am & 7pmRosary: Monday thru Friday 6:30pm_______________________________________________________________________________

Sunday - September 5Special ClosedPuenteHogan's Heroes

Monday - September 6 (Labor Day)CLOSED in honor of the holidayTuesday - September 7Water from Rock (AM & PM)Newman CenterAZ Department of PeaceJustFaith GraduatesGrief Support GroupDepression Support Group

Wednesday - September 8AZ Bible ClassGestalt Therapy Support GroupUltreya

Thursday - September 9Contemplative PrayerDaughters of EveHeads of Ministry

Friday - September 10AEISD-Spiritual Directors ConnectingEpiscopal Conference Saturday - September 11Marriage in the LordDisciples Women's MinistryKnights of Columbus-AhwatukeeWomen in Bloom

Catalogs are available at the front Please register early as it helps us in manyways: better planning for the event ordering and preparing food for meals room reservation and set up needsand a number of other related details that gointo making sure the program is the best it cabe for you.

You can see programs at www.thecasa

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