July 18, 2010

Sixteenth Sunday
in Ordinary Time

The Church of Our Lady of the Angels

Franciscan Renewal Center
5802 E. Lincoln Drive · Scottsdale, AZ 85253
480.948.7460 · www.thecasa.org
All are Welcome!
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The Story Behind the Peace Prayer of St. Francis

The Peace Prayer of St. Francis is a famous prayer which first appeared around
the year 1915 A.D., and which embodies the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi's
simplicity and poverty.
According to Father Kajetan Esser, OFM, the author of the critical edition of St.
Francis's Writings, the Peace prayer of St. Francis is most certainly not one of the
writings of St. Francis. This prayer, according to Father Schulz, Das sogennante
Franziskusgebet. Forshungen zur evangelishen Gebetslitteratur (III), in Jahrbuch fur Liturgik und
Hymnologic, 13 (1968), pp. 39-53, first appeared during the First World War. It was found written on
the observe of a holy card of St. Francis, which was found in a Normal Almanac. The prayer bore no
name; but in the English speaking world, on account of this holy card, it came to be called the Peace
Prayer of St. Francis.
The Peace Prayer of St. Francis

Where there is hatred,

Let me sow love;
Where there is injury, pardon;
Where there is error, truth;
Where there is doubt, Faith;
Where there is despair, hope;
Where there is darkness, light;
And where there is sadness, Joy.

O, Divine Master grant that I may not so

much seek to be consoled
As to console;
To be understood, as to understand;
To be loved, as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive,
It is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
And it is in dying that we are born to
eternal life.

Franciscan Federation
Third Order Regular
The Sisters and Brothers of the Third Order Regular of Saint Francis (Part 2)
Elements of the Charism
The Franciscan charism is always and everywhere unbounded. In Francis' own words, "The world is our
cloister." With Christ, Firstborn of all Creation, nothing in creation is untouched by the Spirit of the Lord. Franciscans seek to
proclaim the fundamental Goodness of God in all of life and creation. All of life and creation is a gift from God.

Grasped by Jesus Christ, Franciscan follow a gospel form of life. We minister more by example than by words. In all forms
of service, we reverence the person and seek to enhance the quality of relationships. The call to inculturate the gospel is
at the heart of the Franciscan charism. Nurtured by our contemplative stance before God and the world, the sisters and
brothers are called to be peacemakers' wherever they are.
More articles to appear in future bulletins.
 Franciscan Renewal Center the Casa de Paz y Bien 3

We Are Here for YOU...

Schedule for Counseling Support Groups
Monday 6:30pm-8pm: Divorce & Separation/Relationship Endings
Tuesday 5:30pm-7pm: Grief Support Group
6:30pm-8pm: Depression Support Group
(Meets every other week: July 6, July 20, August 3, August 17 & August 31)
Wednesday 6:30pm-8pm: Gestalt Therapy Support Group
An appointment is not required for
the support groups listed above.
Individual sessions are available mornings, afternoons and evenings, Monday through Friday, and require
an appointment. To make an appointment, please call the Counseling Ministry at 480-948-7460, ext. 133
between the hours of 8:30 am and 12 Noon. If you know of someone who is looking for help, answers,
guidance or just needs someone to listen, please suggest our counseling ministry.
We welcome all who are interested in attending.
Judith McHale, MA, LPC, Director —
Counseling Ministry, Franciscan Renewal Center

SAVE THE DATE!

Gino’s 6th Annual "And God inspired me with such faith in his
Italian-American Golf Tourney churches that I used to pray with all
simplicity, saying, "We adore you, Lord
Benefiting the Jesus Christ, here and in all your churches
Franciscan Renewal Center
in the whole world, and we bless you,
Friday, September 10, 2010
because by your holy cross you have
Camelback Golf Club
redeemed the world."
The Testament of St. Francis

Collection Information
Collection for 7/4/10 was $12,857.50;
Collection for 7/5/09 was $11,569.00.
Total attendance all masses: 2,145.
Collection for 7/11/10 was $13,771.50;
Collection for 7/12/09 was $13,060.50.
Total attendance all masses: 2,351.
Thank you for your generosity

· Help Needed @ the André House ·

Andre House has an urgent need
for staff and volunteers beginning
this August!
For information contact
Fr. Eric @ 602.255.0580
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A Message from the Director You can still bring in your

The Faith in Action Ministry has great
news to report. Our economic
development project with the
Apaches at San Carlos and
Whiteriver was awarded a grant
from the Catholic Campaign for Human
Development-local office. This department of
the United States Conference of Catholic
Bishops funds community organizing and
economic development projects. The Apache
Fair Trade Crafting Co-op (AFTCO) was
awarded $5,000 to carry out a feasibility study
and write a business plan in order to grow the
fair-trade business and put it more directly in
the hands of Apaches. Doing the feasibility
study and writing the business plan are
important steps as it sets forth the strategic plan
for this economic venture.
In addition a lawyer has been working pro-
bono for us to draw up the papers so they can
file as a separate non-profit organization. Up to
this time AFTCO has been working under the
guidance of the missions at San Carlos and
Whiteriver and the FRC. Getting their own 501
(c)3 status allows the group to apply for other
grants. All who are involved in this project feel
blessed by God for the wondrous things that
have happened over the last 2 years. Please
keep this venture in your prayers.
Backpacks for Foster Care
and Haitian Children
Last year, the Casa
community collected 125
backpacks for the children
in the foster care system. Catholic Charities is
asking for our help again. Not everyone can
take in a foster child. But each of us can
support foster care children by supporting the
families that take care of them.
Just recently, we’ve been asked to help the
orphanage in Haiti. They are needing 125
backpacks.
Our first commitment to the Foster Care
Children is for 125 backpacks. If we reach
that goal, we can then continue to collect
and try to reach the goal of 125 for the Haiti
orphans.
Can we do this, Casa community?
Please help our foster care families and the
orphans of Haiti. Bring a smile to a child’s
face by providing backpacks and needed
school supplies!
Bring your backpack and school supplies to
the front desk of the Casa during any open
hours.

A Journey into the Gospel Invitation to be a People of Compassion

We are called to be compassionate as our God is compassionate. (Luke 6:36)
What does the compassion of Christ look like in the modern world? How do I become a more
compassionate person?
The JustFaith program is an intensive thirty-week program that helps to answer these questions
through reflection, study, prayer and community.
When was the last time you had an experience that was “soul satisfying”?
If you are looking to encounter your faith in a way that challenges you and how you are to live as a
Christian in today’s world, then JustFaith may be the program for you.
The program will run September through May.
For more information and if you have not yet indicated your interest in this process, please call
Patti Sills-Trausch at 480-948-7450 x 130 or email me at socialconcerns@thecasa.org.
 Upcoming Events at the Casa 5

July 23, 6-8 pm

with Fr. Joe Schwab, OFM
Dinner at 6 pm prepared by Casa Chef Elias Zamora
Reflection at 7 pm with Fr. Joe
The “Our Father” is a prayer we recite so frequently that we seldom reflect upon the depth of
meaning within it. This will be an evening of learning, reflection and prayer on this most
important guide to Christian spirituality. Fee per person: $20.
Register online at www.thecasa.org or call 480-948-7460, ext. 157.

PRAYER IN THE CAVE

OF THE HEART
Weekend Silent Contemplative Retreat

Cyprian Consiglio, OSB,Cam

October 1-3, 2010

August 13-15
Pam Bork will hostess this
weekend of rest, renewal,
prayer and play. Optional
activities include prayer,
water exercise, crafts and
more.
Friars at the Casa dedicate October the
month of St. Francis of Assisi! The kick-off
event for this year is a retreat led by native
Arizonan, Cyprian Consiglio. He will lead
the celebration in the Franciscan Tradition
of prayer, some silence, chanting, singing,
teaching and several guided meditations.

Massage and gentle rebalancing will be
available for additional fees payable by
cash or check to the provider on spa day.
Register online at
www.thecasa.org or call
480-948-7460, ext. 157.
Cyprian Consiglio and John Pennington will
begin the retreat with an evening of
Sacred music in honor of St.
Francis titled “Compassionate
and Wise: Songs and Stories
from the Sacred Traditions of
the World.”

$125 per person includes Fee per person includes

private room for 2 nights, lodging, meals, concert and program:
meals and program. $215 single; $165, double. Commuter $130,
includes meals, concert and program.
Check-in Friday 5 pm. Register online www.thecasa.org or call
Check-out Sunday 12 pm. 480-948-7460, ext. 157.
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Casa Community Bulletin Board
This corner will be reserved each week for your
messages such as: “Looking for a ride to church…” “Need
wheelchair for 2 weeks…” “Roommate needed to help share
rent…”
The Casa will publish these requests in this space but it does
not reflect our endorsement or knowledge of the people
submitting the information.
How to Submit your Bulletin Information:
Deadline: 10 days prior to published Bulletin date
Format: Type/print with complete information.
The ad will run 1-2 Sundays-we reserve
the right to edit.
Mail to: Bulletin Editor
Franciscan Renewal Center
5802 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85253
Drop Off: At the front desk (Attn: Bulletin)
Fax: 480.948.2325
Need Home: Casa member and teacher at Xavier looking
for a 4-bdrm/2-car garage home to purchase or to rent in
the North Central area.
Please call Michelle at 602-374-7076.
Experienced Caregiver: Dedicated individual to provide
care and companionship for your loved one. Must be
clean environment. Call Paula 480-246-7036.
Looking for work: certified nurse assistant, private duty,
companion . Call Grace 480-518-3115.
Seeking F/T Office Position in a small business
environment. Experience in Accounting, Management
and HR. Contact Trish: 602-501-4894 tsiracusa@cox.net.
CPA seeking new clients Located at 16th Street &
Glendale. Contact Dianna @ 602.380.5157 or
maildianna@yahoo.com.
Caregiver Needed Mon-Fri 1-9pm. $15/hour. Contact
Jean 480.948.6894
Estate Sale: Antique lamps/tables, sewing machine,
Degrazia figurines, plates, Dickens collectibles and more.
July 17 and 18 from 8am to 4pm. 8346 N. 72nd Place,
Scottsdale.
Do you need an Experienced Caregiver? Available full
time, live in or out. Faith S. Von Brandt 480-338-3284.
Needs a Ride: I can no longer drive. I live near Indian
School and 30th Street. Would like a ride to Saturday
night mass. Roger 602-955-0524.
LOST: One light-weight, black, man's cardigan. Left
next to Norbert's piano at 9:15 mass on Sunday,
June 27th. If found please return to the front desk at the
Casa. Thank you.
Home Visitations
This summer, pastoral Ministers to
the Sick and Homebound are ready,
willing and available to visit members
of The Church of Our Lady of Angels
who cannot attend Sunday Liturgy and reside in
Phoenix, Scottsdale or Paradise Valley. Our Pastoral
Ministries also serve patients at Banner Good
Samaritan and Mayo Hospital. Please call the Casa
front desk at 480.948.7460 to request a visit.
Someone will return your call and arrange for a
team of two pastoral ministers to visit. Weekly
Eucharist, prayer, fellowship, and sharing news
from the Casa builds-up our community and the
Body of Christ. We look forward to your call.
Grant Writer
The Casa is recruiting a volunteer to support our
efforts to go green throughout the campus. We are
in the process of transitioning the Franciscans living
quarters to solar. This will be over several phases.
One area we wish to write grants for is new air
conditioners that are energy efficient. We wrote
grants in the past for this and were
successful.
Please contact Charlie Brown at
casa@thecasa.org if you would like to
support the Casa this way.
Looking to find or hire a Catholic business?
Look no further than the Catholic Commerce
Networking Association. Each of our members
is part of the local Catholic Community
providing service to clients just like you.
If you are a Catholic business, you're invited to
join the CCNA. Promote your business at our
three monthly mixers. Visit CCNAaz.org for
more details.
The Rosary will be prayed in the
Meditation Chapel, Monday thru
Friday 6:30-7:00pm throughout the
summer. The Meditation Chapel is
located on the North side of the
back parking lot. Everyone is
welcome – No registration necessary.
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Baptism Information
If you are interested in having your child
baptized, please contact Patty Tafolla at
480-948-7460 ext. 154 or email dcm@thecasa.org.
Upcoming dates for baptism will be August
28/29, Oct. 9/10 and Dec. 26. Requirements
include being registered at Our Lady of the
Angels, attending a parent baptismal preparation
class and having at least one Godparent that is a
fully initiated, practicing Catholic, over the age
of 16.
All Baptisms are done at Mass on the above dates.
There is a maximum of 3 families for each mass
time, which fill up very quickly. It is never too
soon to plan for this special event in your child’s
life!
Meetings at the Casa…..
We host non-profit groups from all over the
world. Hosting these groups subsidizes
many of our other ministries at the Casa
and keeps our program and retreat fees
affordable. We would appreciate it if you
would refer any groups, churches, non-
profits or government entities to Sue Force,
Director of meetings and conference
ministry, sue@thecasa.org or
480-948-7460 x173.
Upcoming Retreats at The Casa:
Miles Christi Men's Retreat *July 30-August 1
Resurrection Church * August 2
St. Mary's Chandler * August 4
St. Francis Xavier Faculty Retreat
* August 9
MentorKids USA * August 13
Education for Ministry * August 18-21
Fuller Theological Seminary SW
* August 27-28
St. Francis Xavier Student Leadership
Retreat * August 27
Marion Alliance * August 28
Transformational Leadership
* August 30-31
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TODAY’S READINGS
First Reading — Abraham and Sarah show
hospitality to messengers of the LORD
(Genesis 18:1-10a).
Psalm — He who does justice will live in the
presence of the Lord (Psalm 15).
Second Reading — Paul speaks of the stewardship
given to him to complete the word of God, the
mystery hidden from ages past
(Colossians 1:24-28).
Gospel — Martha, you are anxious and worried
about many things. Mary has chosen the better
part (Luke 10:38-42).
READINGS FOR THE WEEK
Monday: Mi 6:1-4, 6-8; Mt 12:38-42
Tuesday: Mi 7:14-15, 18-20; Mt 12:46-50
Wednesday: Wis 8: 9-16; Lk 9: 1-6
Thursday: Jer 2:1-3, 7-8, 12-13;
Jn 20:1-2, 11-18
Friday: Jer 3:14-17; Mt 13:18-23
Saturday: Jer 7:1-11; Mt 13:24-30
Sunday: Gen 18:20-32; Ps 138; Col 2:12-14;
Lk 11:1-13
The Casa Website News!
www.thecasa.org
If you haven’t visited the site yet to hear the
welcome message from Fr. Peter Kirwin, OFM,
Rector of Our Lady of the Angels Church we
hope you will check it out.
When you login to the website, you will see right
below the banner of changing photos, a small
television-looking screen. Look in the lower left-
hand corner of the television screen, click on the
arrow, it starts the welcome message video. Have
your volume on. It will take less than 5
minutes. Check it out!!
If you’ve been missing the Casa Calendar….IT IS
BACK!! We’ve reconstructed a new all Casa
event calendar. It is being updated but check it
out! Keep checking the site for new and
improved features.
The Franciscan Renewal Center is a
major drop off for recyclable items!
You can recycle magazines, paper,
phonebooks, etc in the recycling bins
located near the east lawn
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PRAYER IN THE CAVE OF THE HEART

Silent Contemplative Retreat
October 1-3
Cyprian Consiglio, OSB, Cam

SPIRITUALITY RETREAT FOR WOMEN

October 15-17
Carole Whittaker, PhD & Gloria Cuevas-Barnett

REAL PEOPLE, REAL COMMUNICATION

The Secret to Intimacy
November 12-14
Terry Hershey

LOGOS ADVENT RETREAT

“Forgive Us Our Sins”
November 19-21
Kevin Saunders, MA, Bill Creasy, PhD and Rabbi Michael Mayersohn

BIRTHING CHRIST
Weekend Advent Retreat
December 3-5
Michael Crosby, OFM, Cap

A BRUSH WITH GOD

Iconography Workshop
December 8-12
Peter Pearson, M.Div, Iconographer

IN THE WAKE OF DEATH

A Grief and Loss Retreat
December 10-12
Sheila Marchetta, MA, Mauro Pando, MC,
& Timothy Ringgold, MT-BC

NEW YEAR’S RETREAT

“Small Steps Take Us Forward”
December 31-January 2
Kelly Cullen, OFM

FRANCISCAN RENEWAL CENTER

5802 E. Lincoln Dr. • Scottsdale, Arizona 85253
480-948-7460 • 800-356-3257 • www.thecasa.org
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May the Lord give you peace!

This statement is to help benefactors and our collaborators to identify in a simple and
clear way what we, as St. Barbara Province, are about: serving the people of God through
the lens of our Christian, Catholic and Franciscan values.
We present to you the Saint Barbara Province Mission statement:
We, the Franciscan Friars of the Province of Saint Barbara, are a Roman Catholic religious
community called and committed to live the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
In the prophetic spirit of Saint Francis of Assisi we work with others to promote justice,
peace, care of creation, and reconciliation in our times.
Through our ministries, we strive to serve others - especially the poor and marginalized -
in a spirit of prayer and Gospel joy.

Opportunity to receive Fruitful Labor for the Lord

spiritual direction
Are you looking to deepen your
spiritual journey, your relationship
with God?
Consider working with a Student Intern at
the Arizona Ecumenical Institute for
Spiritual Directors (housed at the Casa).
These students will meet with you
monthly, one-on-one, in a spirit of
companionship to walk with you as you
discern where the Holy Spirit may be
leading you. There are no fees required,
just a willing heart. Interested?
Contact Sister Marilyn Bever, Director or
Vivian Barrera, Administrator, at
480.948.7460 x124.
Need Prayers?
Call Casa Prayer Partner
Carol Vaccaro - 480-836-8066
www.thecasa.org
casaprayerpartners@gmail.com
Books and Blessings
Bookstore and Spiritual Boutique
Monday - Friday: 10am - 2pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: 8:30am - 2pm,
5:30-8:30pm
The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few;
therefore beseech the Lord of the harvest to send
out laborers into His harvest.
Luke 10:2
Franciscan Fathers Eddie and Gino are doing
outstanding work ministering to the spiritual
needs of the White Mountain and San Carlos
Native Americans. They give their thanks for all
the support they have received.
Now they can use your help in ministering to a
basic temporal need, the need for food,
(especially fruits and vegetables which are
lacking in the local diets). and help in delivering
it to the people.
Unemployment in the area is 70-90 % as a result
of the current economic situation and the Rodeo-
Chediski forest fire that shut down the local
lumber industry.
Several members of our Faith in Action Ministry
have been taking citrus and other basic fruits
and vegetables to San Carlos and White
Mountain.
The Sunflower Farmers Market, located on Miller
Road at Camelback, has been extremely
supportive of this effort.
You can also help
Volunteers are needed to make occasional
deliveries to the Missions. If you do this on a
Sunday, it’s a special joy to attend mass there.
You could also make a monetary donation to help
purchase citrus and other basic food items. Your
prayers for the Apaches will be especially
appreciated. If you would like to help in this
Fruitful Effort, or if you have any questions,
please call Bill Isenberger 480-292-8999.
isenberger@cox.net
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What’s Going On This Week? Got questions?

Come over to the Casa Information Table after
7:00am - Daily Mass Mass and ask away! We invite all who are new
7:30am - Morning Liturgy of the Hours to the Casa, or to the Valley, to come over and
Regular Mass Times: pick up some information
Saturday: 5:00pm about the Casa. We’re glad
Sunday: 7:30am, 9:15am,
11:00am & 7:00pm
Register to Become a Member
Sunday - July 18 of the Conventual Church of
Summer Spiritual Spa Weekend Our Lady of the Angels
Care for Creation Webinar If you haven’t
FIA & RCIA Goodbye Party for
registered as a
Susan & Bill Parks
Survival School through July 22
member yet, you are
Hogan's Heroes welcome to get a
registration form at
Monday - July 19 the Front Desk or at
Contemplative Prayer
the Information
Divorced Separated Support Group
The Rosary Table in the
hospitality area. As of June 1, 2010 we have
Tuesday - July 20 3,056 members.
Water from Rock (AM & PM) You can also print out an Adobe.pdf copy of
Depression Support Group the Registration Form on the website at
The Rosary www.thecasa.org.
RCIA Continuing Mystagogy
Wednesday - July 21
Water from Rock (AM)
Catalogs are available at the front desk
Watercise
Please register early as it helps us in many ways:
Pax Christi
• better planning for the event
Gestalt Therapy Support Group
The Rosary • ordering and preparing food for meals
• room reservation and set up needs
Thursday - July 22
and a number of other related details that go into
Contemplative Prayer
Watercise
making sure the program is the best it can be for
Catholics Can Come Home Discussion Group you.
The Rosary You can see programs at www.thecasa.org
Friday - July 23
Fr. Joe - Dinner & Reflection Missed Getting a Sunday Bulletin?
The Rosary
Not to worry…Now you can see the
Saturday - July 24
Care for Creation Webinar complete Sunday Bulletin online!
Sunday - July 25 Go to www.thecasa.org and scroll to the
Hogan's Heroes bottom of the Home Page. The most current
bulletin is available, with an archive of
several past bulletins for your convenience.