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Catalysts for Change Lisa Johnston | [email protected] | twitter: @aeternusphoto

Sister Carol Lehmkuhl, OP, left, has been a Dominican Sister of Sparkill for 50 years and ministers in East St. Louis as the director of the Eastside Heart and Home Family Center. She has worked with the poor to transform a blighted neighborhood by slowly building new houses. Teaching skills of homeownership is an important element and a key to the sucess of the mission. She checked in on Mae Strong, second from right, who recently returned to her home after surgery. See story, page 3.

“Our faith assures us that we are not alone. We walk this mysterious journey called life in blessing and hopefulness — confident and assured of the love of God and the companionship of

faithful and loving friends.” Sister Carol Lehmkuhl

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We give thanks to the jubilarians from the following religious communities for their faithful service in St. Louis and beyond.

Adorers of the Blood of Christ U.S. Region Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul Dominican Sisters of Sparkill Franciscan Sisters of Mary Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help School Sisters of Notre Dame, Central Pacific Province Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Women of Faith,

called to bring change to a hurting world.

Women of Hope,

committed to work for peace and justice.

Women of Action,

striving to ease the burdens of the least among us.

Sisters of Divine Providence Sisters of the Good Shepherd, Province of Mid-North America Sisters of Loretto at the Foot of the Cross Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, South Central Community Sisters of the Most Precious Blood of O’Fallon Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet Society of the Sacred Heart Ursuline Sisters of the Roman Union

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Building ‘something better’ Sparkill Dominican’s neighborhood-building in East St. Louis exemplifies dedication

By Joseph Kenny [email protected] twitter: @josephkenny2

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hen Sparkill Dominican Sister Carol Lehmkuhl came to the East St. Louis, Ill., neighborhood, its most prominent feature was a big house with drug-dealing and prostitution. Dilapidated, abandoned homes dotted the landscape. It wasn’t a place where you’d want to be. Now, the area outside what once was the rectory of the former St. Adalbert Parish is a neighborhood of new homes for low-income families. The streets are clean, and the drug-dealing and prostitution are for the most part gone. Sister Carol is the director of the East Side Heart and Home Family Center. Together with the staff and the board, she has led the neighborhood-building — and it isn’t just the home ownership but family support that has made a difference. Programs include alternative education, paying the tuition and expenses for attendance at local private (usually Catholic) schools; a senior program with transportation; a Women’s Circle, with support for women who are the primary caregivers to their families; an afterschool program assisting with homework and improved math and reading skills; a summer program for children, with older youth hired as counselors; and more.

‘I’m OK’ “Hey, Mae, how are you feeling?” Sister Carol exclaimed on a walk along a street of new homes one recent weekday morning. Mae Strong’s house was one of the first built by the Family Center volunteers. She had come home a few days earlier after having surgery. “I’m OK, just a lot of pain. I have to go to the doctor tomorrow,” Strong said. Moving to the home about 10 years ago was life-changing, said Strong, who formerly lived in a housing complex. She has five grown children and seven grandchildren, and they are frequent visitors.

East Side Heart and Home Family Center seeks volunteers for homebuilds as well as donated materials. Volunteers are sought for other programs as well as funding for those programs. For information or to contribute, contact: East Side Heart and Home Family Center, 705 Summit Ave., East St. Louis, Ill. 62201; (618) 875-7295; www.familycenterestl.org or send an email to familycentereaststlouis @gmail.com. Lisa Johnston | [email protected] | twitter: @aeternusphoto

Sister Carol Lehmkuhl, OP, director of the Eastside Heart and Home Family Center in East St. Louis, Ill., center, walked the grounds of a new home being built with Sarah Hyde. “I never would have thought I could have purchased a house,” she said, explaining that she became disabled, lost her job and was ready to give up. “They stood behind me and kept pushing and pushing. Sister Carol always is so supportive. I’ve struggled, but I’ve maintained.” Sister Carol’s destination was the newest home, where volunteers were helping the homeowner put up a fence. She was accompanied by Sarah Hyde, and earlier the two stopped by to check out the Family Center’s garden. Another resident, Sharon Wilbourn, helps care for the garden with beans, tomatoes, squash, zucchini, cantaloupe, peppers, corn, celery and grapes. Hyde received advice from Sister Carol and other staff members of the Family Center for the difficulty she was having getting in touch with state workers concerning Food Stamps, which she hadn’t received for more than six weeks. Hyde, who has four children, cares for two grandchildren, including one who has special dietary needs. Hyde also updated Sister Carol

on a potential job she has on an assembly line.

Catalysts for change The mission of East Side Heart and Home Family Center is to help people to be catalysts for change by providing them with opportunities to work side-by-side with each other on programs and projects that bring positive changes in their lives and their communities. Staff members include two full-time and two part-time Sparkill Dominicans and three laypeople. Many volunteers lend help, such as two young women who volunteered earlier this year to teach children to bake and to make pizza. Sister Carol, who lives in St. Louis as do some other staffers and volunteers, is celebrating her 50th anniversary as a Sparkill Dominican. “This area once was filled with beautiful homes,” Sister Carol said, noting that social problems affected East St. Louis and led to a loss of jobs, population and structure. The Family Center was founded in the fall of 1993 to turn the closing of an alternative high school site that had been a valued community

resource and sign of hope into a positive for the Olivette Park Neighborhood. With a goal to improve housing stock for low-income families, East Side Heart and Home began in 1995 as a collaborative effort of local groups, including the Family Center, Catholic Urban Programs and St. Vincent de Paul Parish in St. Louis and leaders such as Joe Hubbard and Vincentian Father James Cormack. In 1997, they built the first four homes with the help of donors and volunteers. In all, 18 houses have been built. Since 2013, the combined agency has been known as East Side Heart and Home Family Center. “I believe in the people. They have potential, they just don’t have a lot of ways to get out of poverty. They’re poor. So they’re trapped,” Sister Carol said. “That’s why we’re here, to say there’s something better, even if they don’t want to get out of East St. Louis because their roots are here.”

Family Sister Carol cited Wilbourn, whom she met in 1993 when Wilbourn did not have a high

school degree and felt stuck. She did not trust anyone. Now part of the program, she has her GED, a job, raised a family and lives in one of the houses. The education program also has many successes, including a girl who will attend junior college in the fall to study early childhood education. She belonged to a chorus that sang at school Masses at Althoff High School as well as the Crusaders Against Alcohol and Drugs club. She served as a camp counselor and belonged to the teen group at the Family Center. She is working during the summer to save money for college. “People who really believe in us are like family to us,” Sister Carol said. Though not a Catholic agency, “we help each other learn who God is … by talking with each other, challenging each other and being open to each other,” she noted. Sister Carol recently wrote in the center’s newsletter that “our faith assures us that we are not alone. We walk this mysterious journey called life in blessing and hopefulness — confident and assured of the love of God and the companionship of faithful and loving friends.”


INDEX Archdiocesan priests...........................5-8 Archdiocesan deacons.......................8-10

Women Religious Adorers of the Blood of Christ........10-11 Adrian Dominican Sisters.................... 11 Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.. 11 Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration...................12 Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul....................12-13 Dominican Sisters of Grand Rapids.....13 Dominican Sisters of Sparkill.........13-14 Franciscan Sisters of Mary..............15-18 Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help......18-19 Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters...............19 Maryknoll Sisters of St. Dominic...19-20 Order of the Most Holy Reedemer (Redemptoristines).........................20 School Sisters of Notre Dame.........20-25 Sisters of Charity of the Blessed Virgin Mary..................25-26 Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word................26-27 Sisters of Christian Charity..................27 Sisters of Divine Providence................27 Sisters of the Good Shepard............27-28 Sisters of Loretto at the Foot of the Cross.............28-29 Sisters of Mercy of the Americas....29-30 Sisters of the Most Precious Blood of O’Fallon.....................30-32 Sisters of Providence of St. Mary-of-the-Woods..............32 Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George...........................32 Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg....32-33 Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet...33-36 Society of the Sacred Heart.............36-37 Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph, Ky............37-38 Ursuline Sisters of the Roman Union.......................38

men Religious Benedictines.........................................39 Brothers of the Christian Schools........39 Congregation of the Mission (Vincentians)..................................39 Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer (Redemptorists)........39-40 Franciscan Friars of the Sacred Heart Province...............40-41 La Salette Missionaries........................41 The Marianists (Society of Mary).....41-42 Order of Preachers (Dominicans)........42 Society of Jesus (Jesuits)................42-44

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‘Missionary disciples’

Archbishop Carlson praises jubilarians for using gifts, talents in their calling

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pirit-filled evangelization” is the term Pope Francis uses to describe our enthusiastic, hopeful and inspiring form of Christian witness. He challenges us to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ with “fervor, joy, generosity, courage, boundless love and attraction.” Archbishop Robert J. Carlson has noted in his column in the Review that we all are called to be “missionary disciples” who are willing to move beyond our comfort zones to proclaim the Good News and serve others, especially the poor and those who are most vulnerable. The message of Jesus is clear, he explained: “Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you” (Matthew 28:19-20). This great commission belongs to each one of us and to the whole Church, Archbishop Carlson wrote. “We fulfill this responsibility each in our own way according to the gifts and talents given to us by the Holy Spirit as stewards of our baptismal calling.” Archbishop Carlson noted the particular role of those in ordained ministry and the consecrated life and thanked and congratulated those who are celebrating their jubilee this year, calling them a blessing and gift to the archdiocese.

Love for Christ Those in the priesthood are called to serve the baptismal priesthood, which all

baptized Christians share. Their particular ministry, the ministerial priesthood, “guarantees that it really is Christ who acts in the sacraments through the Holy Spirit for the Church” (Catechism of the Catholic Church 1120). The archbishop cited their love for Christ and His Church and their desire to lead all Catholics, and indeed all God’s people, to a deeper and more loving relationship with God through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The priesthood is a vocation that requires courage and self-sacrifice, but it is a way of life that is filled with joy and satisfaction, he stated.

Seeking the Kingdom In “Vita Consecrata,” the 1996 postsynodal apostolic exhortation, St. John Paul II wrote of the different forms of consecrated life as “the many branches which sinks its roots into the Gospel and brings forth abundant fruit in every season of the Church’s life.” The consecrated life also is not easy but has joy, Archbishop Carlson noted in a column in the Review. “It requires a special fidelity to the pursuit of holiness that is the vocation of all baptized Christians. As Blessed John Paul II wrote, the mission of women and men called to the consecrated life is to remind the rest of us ‘to keep our eyes fixed on the peace to come, and to strive for the definitive happiness found in God.’ Consecrated persons are meant to be signs that there is much more to life than the ‘here and now.’ True happiness will not be found

in the pursuit of worldly things. Instead, these holy men and women remind us, we should “seek first the Kingdom of God” and everything we truly need will be given to us (Matthew 6:33). Our Church owes a tremendous debt of gratitude to the women and men whose whole lives are devoted to reminding us that we are all called to be poor, chaste and obedient according to our state of life — married, single, ordained or living the consecrated life, he added.

Three-fold service Archbishop Carlson noted that permanent deacons give a three-fold service of the Word, the altar and charity. In a message to permanent deacons, he said that “in your role as ‘Christ the servant,’ your mission of charity is more important than ever in our secularized world where charity and love do not prevail.” He cited St. John Paul II, who noted that deacons, like other disciples, are to be a “leaven” in the world, a positive influence for change so, as the Second Vatican Council noted, society may be renewed by Christ and transformed into a family of God. We have learned over the years that the “secret” to promoting vocations is simple, Archbishop Carlson wrote. “We must pray. We must give witness through our own lives. And we must invite women and men of faith to prayerfully consider God’s personal call. The seeds that God has planted must be nourished, cultivated and harvested with great care. We must all pray, witness and invite.”

ARCHDIOCESAN PRIESTS

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ith service in education, parish work, chaplaincies, archdiocesan administration and more, 20 priests of the archdiocese are celebrating their 65th, 60th, 50th and 25th anniversaries in the priesthood.

Three priests are celebrating their 65th anniversaries in the priesthood. Msgr. Norbert J. Dietz, Msgr. John J. Kennedy and Msgr. Richard J. Lubeley were ordained by Cardinal Joseph E. Ritter June 7, 1949, at Kenrick Seminary. They attended St. Louis Preparatory Seminary and Kenrick Seminary in Shrewsbury. Four priests are celebrating their 60th anniversaries in the priesthood. Msgr. Raymond A. Hampe, Father Harold Voelker and Father Joseph B. Wolf were ordained April 3, 1954, at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis by Cardinal Ritter. They attended St. Louis Preparatory Seminary and Kenrick Seminary. Father John Jay Hughes was ordained an Episcopal priest and in 1968 was conditionally ordained a Catholic deacon and priest in Germany. Nine priests are celebrating their 50th anniversaries. Father Charles Burgoon, Father Ronald C. Chochol, Father John G. Dempsey, Msgr. Robert J. Gettinger, Ronald J. Rubbelke, Andrew J. Sigmund, Ferdinand J. Wesloh and Walter W. Zinzer were ordained March 14, 1964, by Cardinal Ritter at the Cathedral Basilica. They attended Cardinal Glennon College and Kenrick Seminary. Father Herbert C. Hauck was ordained Dec. 16, 1964, by Bishop Francis F. Reh at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome. He attended Cardinal Glennon College and North American College in Rome. Three priests are celebrating their 25th anniversaries. Msgr. Michael T. Butler and Father Thomas M. Begley were ordained Jan. 14, 1989, at the Cathedral Basilica by Archbishop John L. May. Msgr. Butler attended Cardinal Glennon College and Kenrick Seminary. Father Begley attended Cardinal Stritch College in Milwaukee and Sacred Heart School of Theology in Hales Corner, Wis. The third priest, Father John S. Siefert, was ordained June 10, 1989, by Archbishop May at St. Martin de Porres in Hazelwood. He attended Cardinal Glennon College and Kenrick Seminary.

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MSGR. NORBERT J. DIETZ Biographical: A native of St. Louis, he was an educator and parish pastor before retirement. Service in the Archdiocese: His first priestly assignment was as assistant pastor at Nativity of Our Lord Parish in St. Louis. He was assigned for graduate studies the next year. In 1951, he was named assistant pastor of St. Margaret of Scotland and in 1960 became assistant pastor of St. Stephen Protomartyr, both in St. Louis. He also taught high school, briefly at McBride High School, then from 1952-65 at Bishop DuBourg High School in St. Louis. In 1964, he was named director of St. Louis Preparatory Seminary North, becoming rector there a year later. In 1969, he was elected to the archdiocesan Priests’ Council and in 1970 became executive secretary for the Archdiocesan Commission for the Ministry and Life of Priests. In 1972, he was named pastor of St. Timothy Parish in Affton. He was named pastor of Incarnate Word Parish in Chesterfield in 1981. In 1989, he became senior priest in service at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in University City. Msgr. Dietz retired in 1992 with residence at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish and then moved to the Regina Cleri residence for retired priests in 2011. About Msgr. Dietz: He earned a master’s degree in biophysics from St. Louis University in 1958. Reflecting on his priesthood, Msgr. Dietz said: “I am convinced in all my associations as a priest that God has given me a front-row seat to witness His astonishing workings in our world and in the multitude of years; to begin to become aware of how much was missed in the earlier years. … God’s goodness fills the world, in those I know and in those I do not know, in the things I see and in the things I do not see.” His many friends at Our Lady of Lourdes described him as “a priest’s priest” known for his wisdom and spiritual acumen.

MSGR. JOHN J. KENNEDY Biographical: A native of St. Louis, he was an educator and longtime pastor of St. Luke the Evangelist Parish in Richmond Heights before his retirement. Service in the Archdiocese: After ordination, he was named assistant pastor at St. Ann Parish in St. Louis. A year later, he was named assistant pastor at St. Mary Magdalen Parish in St. Louis and, in 1954, he became assistant pastor at the Cathedral Basilica of St.

St. Louis Review Louis in St. Louis. In those years he also taught, first at St. Joseph’s High School, then at Webster College. In 1965, he was named administrator and then pastor of St. Catherine of Siena Parish in Pagedale. In 1974, Msgr. Kennedy became pastor of St. Luke the Evangelist Parish in Richmond Heights, the parish where he had been baptized, and remained there for many years. He became senior priest in service at St. Luke in 1993, staying until his retirement in 1999. He now resides at St. Agnes Home in Kirkwood. About Msgr. Kennedy: He served in a number of archdiocesan positions. In 1954, he was put in charge of the Archdiocesan Insurance Commission and became assistant archdiocesan master of ceremonies. In 1956, he became associate treasurer for the archdiocese and in 1957 was put in charge of archdiocesan high school properties. One of his favorite hobbies was ice skating. Reflecting on his priesthood, he said: “A Chinese priest, Rev. John Wang, reminded me of the proverb that a prophet in his own country may be without honor. However, that has not been my experience at St. Luke’s. Throughout my life, I have felt honored to be a priest in service and ministry at St. Luke’s.”

MSGR. RICHARD J. LUBELEY Biographical: Msgr. Lubeley, a retired educator and parish pastor, is retired and lives at the Regina Cleri residence for retired priests. He is a native of St. Louis. Service in the Archdiocese: After serving for a few months in the Catholic Motor Mission, he was named assistant pastor at Resurrection of Our Lord Parish in St. Louis. In the early 1950s, he also taught at St. Mary’s High School, which he had attended when it was South Side High School, and DeAndreis High School and Laboure High School. In 1955, he became assistant pastor of St. Mark Parish and then Resurrection Parish, both in St. Louis. He was named resident chaplain at Mount Providence Boarding Home for Boys in Normandy in 1956 and resident chaplain at Nazareth Convent in St. Louis in 1961. From 1957-67, he was administrator of Bishop DuBourg High School in South St. Louis. In those years, he was in residence first at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center and then at Nazareth Convent in south St. Louis County. In 1967, he was named pastor of Assumption Parish in O’Fallon. From 1979-91, he was pastor of St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish in St. Louis. Msgr. Lubeley became senior priest in service at Mary Queen of Peace Parish in Webster Groves in 1991 and remained there after his retirement in 1996. In 2006, he was assigned as a

www.stlouisreview.com part-time confessor at Kenrick- Glennon Seminary. He moved to Regina Cleri in 2011. About Msgr. Lubeley: He earned a master’s degree in education with a minor in mathematics from St. Louis University in 1956. Msgr. Lubeley has enjoyed traveling and has an interest in electronics and computers. Discussing his vocation, he said: “It has been an enjoyable and rewarding 60 years of my life. Teaching school was the last thing I wanted to do. However, I spent 18 years in school work and found it to be a wonderful experience. It has also been a joy to be of help to the people who have been a part of my life. I am thankful to God for the years He has given me in the priesthood.”

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MSGR. RAYMOND A. HAMPE Biographical: A native St. Louisan, Msgr. Hampe has a doctorate degree in clinical psychology from St. Louis University and is the former associate director and executive director of the archdiocesan Department of Special Education. He is a retired priest in residence at St. Robert Bellarmine Parish in St. Charles and a chaplain at St. Joseph Health Center in St. Charles. Service in the Archdiocese: After ordination, Msgr. Hampe served as an assistant pastor of Holy Family Parish in St. Louis. In 1958, he was named to assist in the Special Education Department, where he remained until 1993, and part-time assistant pastor of Our Lady of the Holy Cross Parish in St. Louis. He was named to reside at St. Mary’s Special School in 1965, as part-time associate pastor of St. Roch Parish in St. Louis in 1967, resident chaplain of Mount Providence Convent in 1970 and part-time associate pastor of St. Stephen Protomartyr Parish in St. Louis in 1982. He became chaplain of Incarnate Word Convent in Normandy in 1984. He served as executive director of the Department of Special Education from 1989-93, when he was named chaplain of St. Anthony’s Medical Center in south St. Louis County and to reside at St. Simon the Apostle Parish in south St. Louis County. Later that year, he was named to reside at Mary Mother of the Church Parish in Mattese. He was appointed chaplain at St. Joseph Health Center in 1995 and to reside at St. Peter Parish in St. Charles. He moved to St. Robert Bellarmine in 2003. About Msgr. Hampe: He has served on the board of directors of the Productive Living Board and has been involved with other groups.

JUBILARIANS | PAGE 5 FATHER JOHN J. HUGHES Biographical: Father Hughes has been an author, college professor, theological consultant to the archdiocese and parish priest. Ordained as an Episcopal priest, he served churches in New Jersey, Montana, New York and Arizona. He left the Episcopal Church for the Catholic Church in 1960. In 1968, he was conditionally ordained a deacon and priest by Bishop Joseph Hoffner of Munster in Germany. He received a doctorate in theology from the University of Munster in 1969. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Hughes joined the faculty of St. Louis University in 1970. In 1981, he transferred from the Diocese of Munster, Germany to St. Louis, and he was named to direct the Renew Program in the archdiocese and as assistant chaplain at Mother of Good Counsel Home in Normandy. He was named theological consultant to the archbishop in 1986 and pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish in Arnold in 1988. He was appointed pastor of St. Alban Roe Parish in Wildwood in 1989 and then as theological consultant again and to reside at Christ the King Parish in University City in 1991. About Father Hughes: He served with the Center for Reform Research and the National Catholic Stewardship Council. His books have included “Stories Jesus Told,” “Pontiffs: Popes Who Shaped History,” “Man for Others,” “Stewards of the Lord” and his autobiography, “No Ordinary Fool: A Testimony to Grace.” He has written hundreds of articles and book reviews for scholarly and popular journals and newspapers, including the St. Louis Review. He also has been a contributing editor to Priest magazine. Father Hughes has a blog, Proclaiming the Good News (jaystl.blogspot.com), on which he posts a brief homily every weekday and longer ones for Sundays.

FATHER HAROLD VOELKER Biographical: Father Voelker grew up in St. Louis and served in education, as a parish pastor and in retirement as a chaplain at Our Lady of Life Apartments and Mother of Perpetual Help in Shrewsbury. Service in the archdiocese: Father Voelker’s first assignment was as assistant pastor of St. Michael Parish in Shrewsbury. He was named assistant pastor of St. Rita Parish in Vinita Park in 1960 and Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in St. Louis in 1965. He taught one school year at Bishop DuBourg

PAGE 6 | JUBILARIANS High School in St. Louis and from 1960-65 at the old Corpus Christi High School in Jennings. Father Voelker was appointed pastor of Our Lady Parish in Festus in 1970 and St. Timothy Parish in Affton in 1981. He was named associate pastor of Ascension Parish in Chesterfield in 1984. In 1986, he was appointed pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Zell and in 1994 as pastor of St. George Parish in Affton. He retired in 2002 with residence at Our Lady of Life Apartments in Shrewsbury. He later moved to the Regina Cleri residence for retired priests in Shrewsbury. About Father Voelker: He was named dean of the Ste. Genevieve Deanery in 1991. He also led the family life ministry of the Archdiocesan Council of the Laity from 1965-70, led the archdiocese’s ecumenical office and chaired efforts for the continuing formation of priests. In addition to his chaplaincy on the Cardinal Carberry Campus of Cardinal Ritter Senior Services in Shrewsbury, Father Voelker served in retirement with spiritual direction and other matters at KenrickGlennon Seminary.

FATHER JOSEPH B. WOLF Biographical: Father Wolf, a longtime chaplain and parish pastor, retired in 1994. He is a native of St. Louis. Service in the Archdiocese: Following his ordination, he was appointed assistant pastor of Ste. Genevieve Parish in Ste. Genevieve. He was named associate pastor of St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish in Coffman in 1960 and administrator there a year later as well as a chaplain at the state hospital in Farmington. In the late 1960s, he served as a chaplain at Malcolm Bliss State Hospital, St. Vincent Home and Barnes Hospital, all in St. Louis. In 1969, he was named a chaplain at Alexian Brothers Hospital and Lutheran Hospital, both in St. Louis. Father Wolf was named pastor of St. Clare Parish in St. Clair in 1981 and temporary administrator of St. James Parish in Catawissa in 1987. He was appointed senior priest in service at Holy Innocents Parish in St. Louis in 1988 and a year later as part-time associate pastor of St. Matthias Parish in Lemay and as chaplain at St. Anthony’s Hospital in south St. Louis County. He was named senior priest in service at St. Ann Parish in Normandy in 1993, and he retired the next year. He now lives at St. Agnes Home in Kirkwood. About Father Wolf: In retirement, he served as a weekend chaplain at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport, assisted at Avalon Gardens Home in St. Louis and helped at several parishes.

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50th anniversary

FATHER RON CHOCHOL

FATHER CHARLES BURGOON

Biographical: A former seminary professor, rector, member of the Sulpician Fathers and director of Continuing Formation for Clergy, Father Chochol is retired and lives in a private residence. He has graduate degrees from the Catholic University of America and his doctorate in philosophy and anthropology from the University of Toronto. Service outside the Archdiocese: Following ordination as a priest of the archdiocese, Father Chochol was released for service with the Society of St. Sulpice. He taught philosophy at St. Patrick Seminary in Menlo Park, Calif., for four years and then spent a year doing graduate work at Johns Hopkins University. The following year, he taught philosophy at St. Mary’s Seminary College in Catonsville, Md. From 1970 to January 1974, he worked on his doctorate at the University of Toronto. In July of 1974, he became vice president of St. Mary’s Seminary and University and rector of St. Mary’s Seminary College. When the seminary closed in the summer of 1977, he became the academic dean of Weston Jesuit School of Theology in Cambridge Mass., and for a period was acting president. From 198183, he served as academic dean at St. Meinrad Seminary School of Theology in St. Meinrad, Ind. Service in the Archdiocese: After a year’s sabbatical at the Collegeville Institute of Cultural and Ecumenical Research, he left the Suplicians and returned to St. Louis, where he was assigned to teach theology and philosophy at Kenrick Seminary and to be part-time associate pastor at St. Simon Parish in south St. Louis County. He was named pastor of All Saints Parish in St. Peters in January 1987. From 1986 to 2000, he taught in the Paul VI Institute. He also served as a member and for several years the chair of the Catholic Campaign for Human Development Committee and of the Council of Priests. He became Director for Continuing Formation of Priests and part-time associate pastor of Assumption Parish in south St. Louis County in 1991, then two years later part-time associate pastor of Most Precious Blood Parish in Lemay. After a year’s sabbatical during which he served at Most Holy Trinity Parish for six months and then as a visiting scholar at the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops in Washington D.C., he was appointed in 1997 senior associate pastor at St. Stephen Protomartyr Parish in south St. Louis. While there, he started a senior ministry outreach in 2001 which eventually included 25 parishes working in collaboration. For his vision and efforts over the years, MetLife Foundation and the National Association of Area Agencies on Aging honored him with the Older

Biographical: A St. Louis native, Father Burgoon retired in June as pastor of St. Richard Parish in Creve Coeur and now is in residence at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in University City. He has been a teacher, a high school administrator and a parish priest, serving in city, suburban and rural areas. Service in the archdiocese: Father Burgoon’s first assignment was as assistant pastor at St. Thomas More Parish in Bel-Ridge and later that year as assistant at St. Aloysius Gonzaga Parish in St. Louis. In 1965, he began graduate studies at St. Louis University and was appointed part-time assistant pastor of Annunciation Parish in Webster Groves. He taught at Mercy High School, then was appointed administrator of DeAndreis High School and later Mercy, all the while assigned as a part-time associate pastor at St. Barbara Parish in St. Louis in 1969, Our Lady of Mount Carmel in St. Louis in 1970, St. Mary Magdalen in Brentwood in 1973, St. Joseph in Clayton in 1974 and St. Catherine of Siena in Pagedale in 1978. In 1979, Father Burgoon was named administrator of St. Dominic High School in what was then the rural area of O’Fallon, while serving as administrator of Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in New Melle. In 1982, he was appointed pastor of St. Gregory Parish in St. Ann and, in 1987, he added duties as dean of the Northwest County Deanery. Father Burgoon was named pastor of St. Gabriel Parish in St. Louis in 1991 and St. Richard in 2006. He again served as dean of the Northwest County Deanery while at St. Richard. In addition to his parish duties, Father Burgoon has served as a spiritual director at Kenrick-Glennon Seminary in Shrewsbury. About Msgr. Burgoon: In a profile in the St. Louis Review in 2004, he said he was influenced in his vocation by the wonderful priests he met while growing up in north St. Louis. “The priesthood is a wonderful way to spend your life. … I’m glad I had the parish experience and all the wonderful people I met along the way. I think the charism of the parish priest is to be with people — leading them in worship, in the joys of life, in the everyday affairs of life. And in the sad times of life, you’re there, too. It’s important to let them know you’re there for them,” he said. His father, Charles, was a police officer and both his brothers, Jim and Father Burgoon’s identical twin Joe, became police detectives. A fourth sibling, Roseanne, was a longtime Catholic educator. Father Burgoon joked that his detective twin brother also “could get plenty of confessions out of people.”

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 Volunteers Enrich America Award. During his service at St. Stephen’s, he was an active participant and officer in Churches Committed to Community Concerns and Metropolitan Congregations United. From 1998 to 2004, he served on the board of directors of the U.S. Catholic China Bureau. He also preached around the U.S. on behalf of the Church in China as part of the Missionary Plan of Cooperation from 1999 through 2010. He became pastor of St. Margaret of Scotland Parish in St. Louis in 2004. Father Chochol was named senior associate pastor of St. Mary Magdalen Parish, St. Louis, in 2005. While remaining at St. Mary Magdalen, he served from 2006-2008 as interim director (part-time) of the Lonergan Research Institute of the Jesuits of Upper Canada, Toronto. In 2007, he moved to Holy Name of Jesus Parish in Bellefontaine Neighbors and then in 2009 became chaplain at Mother of Good Counsel Home in Normandy. He retired at the end of 2011. About Father Chochol: Father Chochol assists in various parishes throughout the archdiocese and at Fontbonne University, continues as a spiritual director for priests, deacons, and lay people, and volunteers with Catholic Relief Services in their Global Fellows Program, helping to spread the word about CRS in parishes around the country. Earlier this year, he participated in a CRS-sponsored trip to Kenya to learn about the work CRS does, as it puts the funds generated from Rice Bowl and the annual CRS parish collection to work.

FATHER JOHN DEMPSEY Biographical: A St. Louis native, Father Dempsey has served as a parish priest, a medical school campus chaplain and director of priest personnel for the archdiocese. He currently lives at Mary Mother of the Church Parish in south St. Louis County. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Dempsey’s first assignment was as assistant pastor at St. Bartholomew Parish in Hazelwood. A year later, he began teaching religion at Corpus Christi High School. He was named part-time associate pastor of Holy Guardian Angels Parish in St. Louis in 1966 and St. Thomas More Parish in Bel-Ridge the next year. Father Dempsey was named associate pastor of Ste. Genevieve Parish in Ste. Genevieve in 1969 and St. Joseph in Cottleville in 1979. He was named chaplain to the Washington University Medical Center campus in 1980, pastor of Most Holy Rosary Parish in Warrenton in 1985 and Our Lady of Sorrows Parish in St. Louis in 1990. In 1996, he was named director of the Office of Priests Personnel for the archdiocese and to reside at

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 St. Joan of Arc Parish in St. Louis. He was appointed senior associate pastor of St. Sabina Parish in Florissant in 2001 and pastor of St. Ferdinand Parish in Florissant in 2002. Father Dempsey was named senior associate pastor at Immaculate Conception Parish in Arnold in 2008 and, in 2013, he retired and was assigned to reside at Mary Mother of the Church Parish in south St. Louis County. About Father Dempsey: He was appointed an archdiocesan consultor in 1997.

MSGR. ROBERT J. GETTINGER Biographical: Msgr. Gettinger is pastor of St. Augustine Parish in St. Louis. He has dedicated the majority of his priesthood to parishes in the North St. Louis Deanery. He is a St. Louis native. Service in the Archdiocese: After ordination, his first assignment was at St. Charles Borromeo in St. Charles and then in 1970 at St. Sebastian in unincorporated North St. Louis County. He was named associate pastor of Holy Name Parish in 1972, administrator at St. Bridget in 1976 and pastor of Most Blessed Sacrament Parish in 1985. He has served as pastor of St. Augustine since it formed in 1992, the merger of St. Barbara, St. Rose, St. Edward, St. Mark and Notre Dame parishes. About Msgr. Gettinger: Msgr. Gettinger has been on a mission to feed the hungry, clothe the naked, and minister to the marginalized in St. Louis for more than 40 years. During the holiday season, with the help of St. Elizabeth Mother of John the Baptist Parish and many volunteers, Msgr. Gettinger has led a massive effort to help the needy. The two parishes accept collections for Christmas food baskets, shoe certificates, toys, warm clothing and blankets. Asked what has drawn him to North St. Louis parishes for more than 30 years, Msgr. Gettinger said: “I love ministering with the African-American community. Every Mass we celebrate has the attitude and atmosphere of a celebration.” The priest also said he enjoys working with the poor in the community. “I feel it a great privilege to help people who are less fortunate,” he said. “The less fortunate we serve are not our parishioners, either. We have an outreach to many other people in the community. Who wouldn’t want to be around Jesus’ special friends?”

FATHER HERBERT C. HAUCK Biographical: Father Hauck, a former educator and parish pastor, is retired and lives at Our Lady of Joy Parish in Arizona.

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FATHER RONALD J. RUBBELKE Biographical: Father Rubbelke, a retired educator and parish pastor, lives at the Regina Cleri residence for retired priests in Shrewsbury. He is a native St. Louisan. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Rubbelke was named assistant pastor of St. Mary Magdalen Parish in St. Louis in 1964. He began graduate studies at St. Louis University the next year and was named part-time assistant pastor of St. Engelbert Parish. He was named part-time associate pastor of Mary Queen of Peace Parish in Webster Groves in 1966, St. Luke in Richmond Heights in 1968 and St. Dismas Parish in Florissant in 1975. Father Rubbelke taught at St. Louis Preparatory Seminary North from 1968-79. He was appointed associate pastor of St. Timothy Parish in Affton in 1979 and parttime associate pastor at St. Clement Parish in Des Peres and to teach at Bishop DuBourg High School in 1983. He was named associate pastor of St. Blaise Parish in Maryland Heights in 1984 and St. David Parish in Arnold in 1985. Father Rubbelke was named associate pastor of Our Lady of Sorrows Parish in 1988 and pastor of Assumption Parish in Herculaneum in 1989. He was appointed senior associate pastor of Assumption Parish in O’Fallon in 1995 and was granted retirement status with residence at Regina

www.stlouisreview.com Cleri in 2013. About Father Rubbelke: He has a master’s degree in chemistry from St. Louis University. Father Rubbelke helps out at parishes and elsewhere when needed.

FATHER ANDREW J. SIGMUND Biographical: Father Sigmund is retired and lives at Our Lady of Sorrows Parish in St. Louis. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Sigmund’s first assignment was at Immaculate Conception Parish in Desloge. He was named associate pastor of Mary Queen of Peace Parish in Webster Groves in 1969, St. Rose of Lima Parish in De Soto in 1973, Our Lady of Presentation in St. John in 1974 and St. Pius V Parish in St. Louis in 1979. Father Sigmund was named pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Bonne Terre in 1983. He had a temporary assignment as administrator of Our Lady of the Presentation Parish in Overland in 1992 before being named pastor of St. Joseph Parish in Kimmswick (now Imperial) later that year. He was appointed pastor of St. Francis Borgia Parish in Washington in 2005 and was granted retirement with residence at Our Lady of Sorrows Parish in St. Louis in 2013. It is the parish where he grew up and attended school. About Father Sigmund: In his parish work, Father Sigmund promoted efforts to help Catholics to better understand their faith. He enjoys traveling and woodworking and combined the two areas in building a teardrop trailer he used for camping. In the back of the trailer is a kitchen, complete with wooden cabinets and a microwave. He built an Aframe cabin workshop near Bonne Terre and has a collection of old carpentry tools. He recently returned from leading his 12th tour of the Holy Land.

FATHER FERDINAND J. WESLOH Biographical: A St. Louis native and graduate of Bishop DuBourg High School who served as an educator and parish pastor, Father Wesloh is retired and lives at St. Agnes Home in Kirkwood. He received a master’s degree in education from St. Louis University in 1967. Service in the Archdiocese: His first assignment was as assistant pastor at St. Peter Parish in St. Charles and Duchesne High School in St. Charles in 1964. He was appointed as part-time associate pastor at St. Clement of Rome Parish in Des Peres and to teach at Mercy High School in University City in 1974, part-time associate pastor of St. John the Baptist Parish and to teach at St. John

JUBILARIANS | PAGE 7 the Baptist High School in 1977 and part-time associate pastor of St. John the Baptist Parish in Gildehaus and administrator of St. Francis Borgia Regional High School in Washington in 1981. While there he supervised construction of the new regional high school. He was named administrator of St. Ann Parish in Clover Bottom in 1982 while remaining as high school administrator. He was appointed pastor of St. John the Baptist in Parish in St. Louis in 1985, St. Angela Merici Parish in Florissant in 1992, Our Lady Queen of Peace Parish in House Springs in 2004 and St. Martin de Porres Parish in Hazelwood in 2008. He was granted retirement status and to reside at St. Agnes Home in 2012. About Father Wesloh: He served as dean of the South St. Louis Deanery and was on the Archdiocesan Development Appeal (now Annual Catholic Appeal) Council.

FATHER WALTER W. ZINZER Biographical: A St. Louis native, Father Zinzer was a parish priest and taught 11 years in Catholic high schools and a high school seminary before becoming a chaplain in the U.S. Air Force, attaining the rank of colonel. He retired from the military and now lives in San Antonio where he assists in retirement at a parish. He obtained a master’s degree in English literature at St. Louis University after ordination. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Zinzer’s first assignment was as assistant pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish in Arnold and then later that year at St. Simon Parish in south St. Louis County. He was named assistant pastor of Holy Innocents Parish in St. Louis in 1966 and part-time associate pastor of Incarnate Word Parish in Chesterfield in 1968. In those years, he taught at McBride, Bishop DuBourg and John F. Kennedy Catholic high schools. In 1971, he was named to teach at St. Louis Preparatory Seminary North. He remained in that role until becoming a chaplain in the U.S. Air Force in 1975. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Zinzer served at many military bases, including in Spain, South Korea and Japan. He assists at St. Helena Parish in San Antonio as well as at several other parishes and the Army Residence Center. About Father Zinzer: He served on the archdiocese’s Commission on Priestly and Religious Vocations while in St. Louis. He is a fourth-degree Knight of Columbus. He said he has been privileged to celebrate the Mass and sacraments all over the world for the people of God. “Priesthood has been a rich and profound blessing and gift. I am constantly and humbly grateful,”

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FATHER THOMAS M. BEGLEY Biographical: Father Begley was born in St. Louis and attended Northwest High School in St. Louis and Cardinal Stritch College in Milwaukee. A longtime hospital chaplain and former parish pastor, he is retired and lives in St. Louis. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Begley’s first assignment was as associate pastor of Our Lady of Providence Parish in Crestwood. He was appointed chaplain at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center in 1991 with residence at St. Pius V Parish in St. Louis and in residence at St. Cecilia Parish in St. Louis in 1993 and Little Flower Parish in Richmond Heights in 1994. Father Begley was appointed to teach at Cardinal Ritter College Preparatory High School and part-time associate pastor of Holy Family Parish in St. Louis in 1995 and as associate pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Valley Park in 1996. He was named pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish in Park Hills in 1997 and St. Boniface Parish in St. Louis later that year. Father Begley was named chaplain of Christian Northwest Hospital in Ferguson and Christian Northeast Hospital in Florissant in 2001 and pastor of St. Luke the Evangelist Parish in Richmond Heights in 2006. He was granted the status of retirement for reasons of health in 2006. About Father Begley: Father Begley was ordained after attending Sacred Heart School of Theology, which has a special focus on older vocations. In retirement he serves as a chaplain at St. Luke’s Hospital in Chesterfield.

MSGR. MICHAEL T. BUTLER Biographical: Msgr. Butler recently returned from an overseas assignment as a colonel serving as a chaplain with the 131st Fighter Wing of the Missouri Air National Guard. He now is pastor of St. Clement of Rome Parish in Des Peres. Service in the Archdiocese: Msgr. Butler’s first assignment was as associate pastor of St. Cletus Parish in St. Charles. A year later, he was given permission by then-Archbishop John L. May to join the 131st Fighter Wing. He served in that role part-time, while at St. Cletus, then as associate pastor of St. Clare of Assisi Parish in Ellisville in 1992 and starting in 1995 as associate

St. Louis Review director of the archdiocesan Office of Vocations with residence at KenrickGlennon Seminary in Shrewsbury. He was appointed director of the office in 1997. He was released from his duties as director of the Vocations Office in 2008 to serve full-time with the Archdiocese for the Military Services, USA. Since that time, he has been on dozens of assignments all over the world. About Msgr. Butler: Promoted in May to the rank of colonel, he is Air National Guard assistant to the command chaplain of the African Command, a partnership program with National Guard bases in the United States working with African nations. In addition to providing sacramental and spiritual support to military troops, Msgr. Butler also has overseen training of chaplains and chaplain assistants. In 2012, Msgr. Butler was recognized as Chaplain of the Year by the Air National Guard for his service. He also was awarded in 2012 with the Department of the Army’s Commendation Medal for “meritorious service as a chaplain.” With the Office of Vocations, Father Butler was instrumental in starting the annual archbishop’s retreat and the various vocation camps at the seminary. He is most proud of his work in helping young men and women discern what God has called them to do.

FATHER JOHN S. SIEFERT Biographical: The St. Louis native is pastor of St. Mary Magdalen Parish in Brentwood. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Siefert’s assignments have included serving at Our Lady of Sorrows Parish in St. Louis, St. Sabina in Florissant, St Joseph Parish in Clayton, St. Dominic Savio Parish in Affton, where he was named pastor in 2002, and St. Mary Magdalen Parish in Brentwood, where he has served as pastor since 2010. About Father Siefert: He is known as a supporter of stewardship, noting that “it makes us a more committed disciple” and that it is essential to a vibrant parish.


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DEACON GEORGE BEINKE Biographical: Born in St. Louis, Deacon Beinke, 67, graduated from Horace Mann Grade School and Roosevelt High School. He went to college at Forest Park Community College, Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville and the St. Louis Institute of Music. He also attended St. Meinrad Seminary and School of Theology in Indiana. He spent time as a night-club entertainer, playing the trumpet in a six-piece show band, before spending a long career at Ameren. He retired in 2003. Service in the Archdiocese: He served at Queen of All Saints, St. Anslem, St. Richard and St. Joseph of Cottleville parishes. He also worked at Southgate Nursing Home and Alexian Brothers Hospital, and was certified in hospice care. He served at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport as airport chaplain. He served on the archdiocesan liturgy commission, children’s liturgy and Diaconate Council. He’s still active in ministry at St. James Parish in Seguin, Texas. Family: Deacon Beinke and his wife, Regina, were married 25 years before she passed away in 1998. They had three children, with one grandchild.

DEACON R. PAUL CRAFTS Biographical: Deacon Crafts, 63, is a St. Louis native, graduated from Holy Family Grade School in Cahokia, Ill., and Cahokia High School and attended Meramec Community College and Control Data Institute. He spent 40 years in IT. Service in the Archdiocese: After ordination, he served 10 years at St. Antho-

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 ny of Padua in High Ridge and has been at his home parish, St. Paul of Fenton, since 1999. In addition to parish duties, he was a member of the Archdiocesan RCIA team, has written several reflections (one to be published by year end) on the stations of the cross and currently is active in the ACTS retreat program. Family: Deacon Crafts and his wife, Barbara, have been married for 44 years. They have two children and five grandchildren.

DEACON LARRY DAMATO Biographical: Deacon Damato, 79, graduated from P.S. 25 Grammar School and Eastside High School in Paterson, N.J., where he was born. He spent four years in the Air Force and attained the rank of staff sergeant before his discharge in 1957. He then held sales and supervisory positions in the electronics industry and spent time as a self-employed manufacturer’s representative. Service in the Archdiocese: Ordained in the Diocese of Paterson, N.J., in 1989, Deacon Damato served at Our Lady of the Valley Parish in Wayne, N.J., before moving to St. Louis and serving at Sacred Heart Parish in Valley Park from 1992 until retiring from fulltime ministry in 2005 at age 70. He remains active in ministry on a part-time basis at his home parish, St. Joseph of Manchester. Deacon Damato also leads Communion services on Thursdays at the West County Care Center and on Tuesdays at Solana Nursing Home. Family: He married his wife, Barbara, in January 1959. They have two children and four grandchildren.

DEACON TIMOTHY DOLAN Biographical: Born in St. Louis, Deacon Dolan, 73, graduated from St. Bernadette Elementary School and Christian Brothers College High School. He earned a degree from St. Louis College of Pharmacy. In

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JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 his career, he served as a pharmacist for 50 years and retired from Schnucks Market in 2002. Service in the Archdiocese: Deacon Dolan initially was assigned to St. Joseph Parish in Manchester, then in 1991, he was assigned to St. Gerard Majella Parish in Kirkwood, where he currently serves. In addition to parish duties, he has worked in pastoral care at Des Peres, Missouri Baptist hospitals and currently at St. Clare Hospital. He also has served as an advocate for the Marriage Tribunal and on the Diaconate Personnel Board. Family: Deacon Dolan and his wife, Kathleen, have been married for 50 years. They have two children and eight grandchildren.

DEACON ALAN ECKER Biographical: A St. Louis native, Deacon Ecker, 77, graduated from Scruggs Grade School, Grover Cleveland High School and St. Louis University, where he received bachelor’s and master’s degrees. He also received a master’s degree from Southeast Missouri State. He spent 39 years in education, retiring in 2000. Service in the Archdiocese: Since ordination, he has served his home parish, St. Francis of Assisi. Family: Deacon Ecker and wife, Etherine, will be married 50 years in August. They have three children and four grandchildren. They have belonged to the parish since their wedding in 1964.

DEACON EDWARD C. FRONICK Biographical: A native St. Louisan, Deacon Fronick, 73, graduated from St. Wenceslaus School in the city. After high school graduation he became a professed brother at Divine Word Seminary in Techny, Ill. He retired in 2003 after 36 years in sales, marketing and management. Service in the Archdiocese: In addition to parish duties, he served on the Deacon Council, the Diaconate Personnel Board and the archdiocesan Pastoral Council. In 2008, he received the St. Stephen Award in recognition for his service to the deacon community. Family: He has one daughter. He belongs to St. Martin of Tours Parish in Lemay, where he works with the Oratory of St. Philip Neri, who staff the parish.

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DEACON WILLIAM GEARON Biographical: Born in St. Louis, Deacon Gearon, 85, graduated from Little Flower Grade School in Richmond Heights and St. Louis University High School. He worked at Laclede Gas for 36 years and retired in 1984. Service in the Archdiocese: Upon ordination, Deacon Gearon was assigned to St. Anthony of Padua in High Ridge, where he served in many capacities throughout his ministry. He and his wife, Mary, also taught marriage preparation. He retired from active ministry in 2003. Family: Deacon Gearon and Mary were married 59 years before she died in 2009. He has nine children and “about” 40 grandchildren and seven or eight great-grandchildren, joking, “I can’t keep it all straight; just put lots!” He belongs to St. Dominic Savio Parish in Affton.

DEACON DONALD HEITERT Biographical: Currently residing at Manor Grove Nursing Care Facility in Kirkwood, Deacon Heitert was born in St. Louis. He graduated from Gardenville Grade School and Cleveland High School, then received degrees from Washington University (electrical engineering) and University of MissouriSt. Louis (education). He spent 43 years as an electrical and physical design engineer at Emerson Electric, retiring in August 1985. He has belonged to Ste. Genevieve du Bois Parish in Warson Woods since December 1958. Service in the Archdiocese: In addition to parish duties, he focused primarily on the poor through his work at several food pantries — St. Liborius, St. Nicholas, the St. Louis Food Bank and Catholic Charities Home Supply Center. He also provided math and reading instruction to adults at St. Patrick’s Center, assisted with youth religious instruction at Annunziata Grade School and represented the mentally handicapped before the Social Security Administration. He retired as an active deacon in February 2003. Family: Deacon Heitert and his wife, Flo, were married 68 years before Flo died in March 2008. They had eight children, 20 grandchildren, 35 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren.


DEACON GERALD (JERRY) KNOBBE Biographical: A St. Louisan, Deacon Knobbe, 64, went to Sacred Heart and St. Dismas grade schools, both in Florissant, and graduated from Rosary High School and the University of Missouri-St. Louis. He also attended the St. Louis Police Academy and worked as a police officer in St. John and Creve Coeur for a total of 38 years, retiring in 2011. Service in the Archdiocese: Following ordination, Deacon Knobbe assisted the pastor at St. Sebastian Parish in Jennings and then was assigned to St. Martin De Porres Parish in Hazelwood. Presently, he serves the pastor at All Saints Parish in St. Peters, where he is a member. Family: He and his wife, Vickie, will be married 40 years in August. They reside in St. Peters and have two daughters.

DEACON ARNOLD KRIEGER Biographical: Deacon Krieger, 91, graduated from St. Boniface Grade School and St. Vincent High School, both in Perryville, where he was born. He also received education at the American Institute of Banking. Deacon Krieger served three years in the Quartermaster Corps and the Adjutant General’s Office in World War II. After leaving the Army, Deacon Krieger moved to St. Louis and worked in the banking industry then specialty advertising, until retiring in 1988. Service in the Archdiocese: Upon ordination, Deacon Krieger was assigned to assist the pastor at All Souls Church in Overland. Deacon Krieger also served as a chaplain for the interfaith chaplaincy at the Lambert-St. Louis International Airport. He was released from his assignment at All Souls Parish in 2004, but continued to serve as a chaplain at the airport. In 2011, Deacon Krieger received the St. Lawrence Award by the Office of the Diaconate in recognition for his years of service through the airport ministry. He now serves as senior chaplain at the airport in a consultancy role. Family: Deacon Krieger and his wife, Pat, were married 51 years before she died in 2008. Deacon Krieger lives in Maryland Heights and has been a member of All Souls Parish since 1973. He has two daughters and five grandchildren.

JUBILARIANS | PAGE 9 DEACON LOUIS MENARD Biographical: Born in New Orleans, Deacon Menard, 76, graduated from St. Catherine of Siena in Metairie, La., and Jesuit High School and Loyola University, both in New Orleans. He received a master’s degree in guidance and counseling from Loyola and completed clinical pastoral education at St. Louis University Hospital. He served as an artillery officer in Germany during the Berlin Conflict, then as a teacher, assistant principal and director of guidance in secondary education before becoming dean of admission at Loyola University and later St. Louis University. He also was an academic advisor at SLU. Service in the Archdiocese: He served at Ste. Genevieve du Bois Parish before being assigned chaplain at St. Louis University Hospital. For 18 years, Deacon Menard and his wife, Angie, coordinated a retreat for deacons and wives, and ministered to retired deacons and wives. He served as a volunteer patient visitor at the Life Care Center, St. Louis University Hospital and St. Clare Hospital and as an advocate for the Metropolitan Tribunal. He serves as a benediction minister at the Carmelite Monastery. Family: Deacon Menard and wife, Angie, have been married 53 years. They have a daughter, two sons and two grandchildren. They belong to St. Francis Xavier (College) Parish.

DEACON FREDERICK MUELLER Biographical: Born in St. Louis, Deacon Mueller, 78, graduated from Little Flower Grade School in Richmond Heights, St. Louis University High School and St. Louis University, with a degree in commerce and finance. In a 35-year career in marketing, he worked at Mallinckrodt, Monsanto and Martiz, retiring in 1992. Service in the Archdiocese: He served in two parishes: Assumption in Mattese for 17 years, Our Lady Queen of Peace in House Springs for four years and back to Assumption for the past four years as a retired deacon. In the early 1990s, he served as Bishop Edward J. O’Donnell’s administrative assistant. He was on the core committee of the Eucharistic Congress in 2001. Family: He and wife, Marillac (Mac), have five children, 15 grandchildren and one great-grandchild.

PAGE 10 | JUBILARIANS DEACON GLENNON POLITTE Biographical: An Old Mines native, Deacon Politte, 73, is the oldest of 16 children, three of whom are permanent deacons — Glenn, Steve and Jerry. He went to grade school at St. Joachim in Old Mines, Holy Guardian Angels in St. Louis and St. Patrick in St. Louis. He attended Hadley Tech and Laboure high schools in St. Louis, as well as Jefferson College in Jefferson County. He owned a restaurant for 10 years, and has worked in parish offices for the past 25 years. Service in the Archdiocese: Following ordination, he served the pastor at St. Joseph Parish in Kimmswick, where he also worked in the parish office; he has been employed by four parishes in 25 years as a deacon. He retired in 2004 to devote time to caring for his wife, but continued to help whenever needed. Family: Deacon Politte and wife, Carol, have been married 54 years. They reside in Festus and have been members of Sacred Heart Parish in Crystal City for the past four years. They have two living children (two deceased), two

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DEACON DONALD SCHIFFMAN

DEACON STEPHEN POLITTE

Biographical: Born in Cairo, Ill., Deacon Schiffman, 77, graduated from Corpus Christi Grade School in Jennings and Laboure High School in St. Louis. He earned a bachelor’s degree in general studies at St. Louis University, served eight years in the National Guard and was a sales manager before he retired. Service in the Archdiocese: After ordination, Deacon Schiffman was assigned to Corpus Christi Parish, then to Immaculate Conception Parish in Dardenne Prairie. Deacon Schiffman belonged to the archdiocesan Health Committee and also served on the Permanent Diaconate Personnel Board. He retired from active ministry in 2008. Family: Deacon Schiffman and his wife, Mary, have been married 56 years. They have five children, 12 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren.

Biographical: Born in Ironton, Deacon Politte, 66, a younger brother of Deacon Glenn Politte, is one of 16 children and has another brother who is a deacon — Jerry. He graduated from St. Joachim Grade School and High School. He worked as a welder at the Missouri/Union Pacific Railroad Car Repair Shop in DeSoto. He has been a lifelong member of St. Joachim Parish. Service in the Archdiocese: Following ordination, he served as a pastoral associate at St. Joachim Parish in Old Mines. He retired as an active deacon in 2007, but continues to serve through his website, www.openmyeyeslord.net. Family: Deacon Politte and his wife, Joyce, will celebrate their 43rd anniversary Sept. 3. Joyce, who serves the parish as director of religious education, recently retired as teacher and principal of St. Joachim School. They have three children and four granddaughters.

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 DEACON JOSEPH SULZE Biographical: A St. Louis native, Deacon Sulze, 81, went to St. Mark Grade School, McBride High School and the University of Missouri. He also received education at Baily Tech and ITT Communication Service. After service in Korea with the U.S. Army, Deacon Sulze was a communication service technician and a manager. Service in the Archdiocese: After ordination, Deacon Sulze assisted the pastor at St. Peter in Kirkwood for 18 years. He also performed Communion services at Manor Grove nursing home and St. Louis University Hospital, and served on the archdiocesan Ecumenical Commission and the Catholic Committee on Scouting. He has been chaplain at Lambert-St. Louis International Airport since 2006. He retired from the parish in 2007. Family: Deacon Sulze has been married for 54 years to his wife, Jane. They have two children.

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elebrating their service to the Church are jubilarians from more than 30 communities in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. They have served in many roles, from education to health care, social work to contemplative prayer. Some sisters have served in South America, Africa, Native American reservations and elsewhere, while others have given their whole lives of service in the St. Louis area. Sisters have touched the lives of countless souls in the archdiocese and beyond. Through their committment to serving God’s people, women religious inspire us in our faith and help those of us in need. They continue to show the face of Christ to us all.

Adorers of the Blood of Christ – U.S. Region (ASC) 81st, Profession

SISTER MARY ANTHONY MATHEWS Biographical: Sister Mary Anthony was born in Coulterville, Ill., entered the Adorers of the Blood of Christ in 1931 and made her religious profession in 1933. She received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy in 1948 and master’s degree in education in 1960, both from St. Louis University. She graduated from the corporate ministry program in 1984. Service in the Archdiocese: Included in her 35 years of ministry as an elementary teacher or teacher/principal were three years at Our Lady School in Festus, 1980-83. She also served in adult

basic education at the VIP Senior Citizen Center in St. Louis from 1984-86. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Anthony spent five years in China, including four under house arrest doing concentration camp duties, 194145. She spent seven years in Guatemala as a tutor in La Labor. She served as her community’s assistant to the provincial educational coordinator. About Sister Mary Anthony: Now retired, at 98, she still enjoys visits from friends and spends time in prayer for the mission in Guatemala, which remains close to her heart.

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SISTER MARY ANN MUELLER Biographical: Sister Mary Ann was born in Bartelso, Ill., entered the Adorers of the Blood of Christ in 1942 and made her religious profession in 1944. She received a

bachelor’s degree in elementary education in 1969 from Newman University in Wichita, Kan. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Ann served at Cardinal Ritter Senior Services as a receptionist and secretary at Mother of Perpetual Help Residence in Shrewsbury from 1996-2012. She served as administrator of De Mattias Hall House of Studies at St. Louis University, 198995, and as assistant manager at Manresa House in Florissant, 1995, and Rosary House in north St. Louis, 1995-96. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Ann taught at elementary schools in Illinois and was a houseparent and administrator of Catholic Children’s Home in Alton, Ill. About Sister Mary Ann: Since her retirement in 2012, she has volunteered at Mary Queen and Mother Center in Shrewsbury. Sister Mary Ann enjoys visiting with family and friends and playing card games. She also enjoys reading, reflecting and walking outdoors.

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SISTER MARY LOUISE (MARY MATTHEW) DEGENHART Biographical: Sister Mary Louise (formerly known as Sister Mary Matthew) was born in Dahlgren, Ill., entered the Adorers of the Blood of Christ in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in pharmacy in 1960 from St. Louis College of Pharmacy and a master’s degree in business administration from Southern Illinois UniversityCarbondale in 1977. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Louise, a pharmacist for 54 years, served as the executive director of ASC Health Services for seven years; the offices were located in St. Louis beginning in 2001. Since 2011, she has served as special assistant to the president of the St. Louis College of Pharmacy.

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Louise served as a pharmacist in several Illinois hospitals. She was a contract surveyor in the Accreditation Services Division of the American Society of Health System Pharmacists in Bethesda, Md., and ministered in social service for the Precious Blood Center of Reconciliation in Chicago. About Sister Mary Louise: For the next two years, Sister Mary Louise will be a member of the novitiate community for the U.S. Region of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ while continuing her ministry in St. Louis.

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SISTER ELAINE FREUND Biographical: Sister Elaine was born in Belleville, Ill., entered the Adorers of the Blood of Christ in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English from St. Louis University in 1967 and a master’s degree in humanities with concentrations in film and theater from the State University of New York at Buffalo in 1980. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Elaine dedicated 41 years of ministry to education, beginning her career by teaching English at St. Pius X High School in Festus, 1969-74. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Elaine taught at elementary schools in Illinois, high schools in Illinois and Iowa, and was a campus minister. She served in her community’s administration as secretary and was the English-language secretary for the community’s international meeting in Rome in 2005. About Sister Elaine: Since retiring from teaching in 2013, Sister Elaine has been serving on the communications team of her community. She continues to coach the scholastic bowl team at Gibault Catholic High School in Waterloo, Ill. In her spare time, she enjoys reading various genres of literature, dining with friends and occasionally attending live theatre.

Adrian Dominican Sisters (OP) 50th, Reception

SISTER PATRICIA (PAUL JORDAN) WALTER Biographical: Sister Patricia Walter (formerly known as Sister Paul Jordan) was born in Chicago, entered the Adrian

St. Louis Review Dominican Sisters in 1963, was received as a novice in 1964 and made her religious profession in 1965. She received a bachelor’s degree in French from Siena Heights College in Adrian, Mich., in 1966 and a master’s degree in theology from the Aquinas Institute in Dubuque, Iowa, in 1973. She received a licentiate in theology from the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley, Calif., in 1985 and a doctorate in systematic theology from the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, Calif., in 1991. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Patricia was a professor of theology at the Aquinas Institute in St. Louis from 1999-2012. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Patricia taught systematic theology at St. Mary Seminary in Cleveland and the Center for Pastoral Leadership in Wickliffe, Ohio. About Sister Patricia: She served as prioress of the Adrian Dominican Congregation from 1992-98. She currently is an associate professor of religious studies at Siena Heights University in Adrian, Mich.

Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (ASCJ) 75th, Profession

SISTER DOLORITA COLIANNI Biographical: Sister Dolorita was born in Leetonia, Ohio, entered the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in 1936 and made her religious profession in 1939. She received a bachelor’s degree in education in 1956 from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh and a master’s degree in special education in 1966 from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Dolorita was the principal at St. Ambrose School in St. Louis from 1962-67 and served at Our Lady of Good Counsel School in north St. Louis County from 1969-70. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Dolorita taught in schools in Connecticut, Florida, Illinois, New York and Pennsylvania. She served as a special education consultant in Michigan and, for 13 years, as the principal and fundraiser for Morning Star School in Pinellas Park, Fla. About Sister Dolorita: Since 1996, Sister Dolorita has served at Clelian Heights in Greensburg, Pa., where she teaches and shares her creative skills in crafts and culinary specialties.



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SISTER ANTHONY NOVARA

SISTER THEODORE BOLLATI

Biographical: Sister Anthony was born in St. Louis, entered the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in 1951 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Carlow College in Pittsburgh in 1965 and a master’s degree in education from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh in 1972. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Anthony served at Sacred Heart Villa from 1989-97 and again from 2001-10 as a bookkeeper and assistant. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Anthony taught at elementary schools in New York and Pennsylvania and also ministered at St. Anthony Home and Clelian Heights in Pennsylvania. About Sister Anthony: Sister Anthony resides at Sacred Heart Manor, in Hamden, Conn., where she prays for all the needs and intentions entrusted to her.

Biographical: Sister Theodore was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., entered the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in 1941 and made her religious profession in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Fordham University in New York and a master’s degree in library science from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Theodore taught at Our Lady Help of Christians School in St. Louis from 1943-44 and was the librarian at Cor Jesu Academy in Affton from 19762008. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Theodore taught at elementary schools in Connecticut, Florida, New York and Pennsylvania. About Sister Theodore: She resides at Sacred Heart Manor in Hamden, Conn., where she prays for all the needs and intentions entrusted to her. She also does research work at the provincialate.

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SISTER MARIA BATTAGLIA Biographical: Sister Maria was born in St. Louis, entered the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in 1950 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Carlow College in Pittsburgh in 1965 and a master’s degree in education from Xavier University in Cincinnati in 1967. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Maria has taught at Sacred Heart Villa in St. Louis since 2008. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Maria taught at elementary schools in Florida and New York and also ministered in Pennsylvania. She served in congregational leadership as superior of Sacred Heart Manor in Hamden, Conn., and as vice provincial and councilor in the U.S. Province of the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. About Sister Maria: She teaches the Catechesis of the Good Shepherd at Sacred Heart Villa. By her gentle nature and generous spirit, Sister Maria’s example teaches her students how to love God and have a deep respect for others.

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SISTER CHRISTINE (LUKE DAMIEN) KILEY Biographical: Sister Christine (formerly known as Sister Luke Damien) was born in Philadelphia, entered the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in 1961 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in history in 1969 and a master’s degree in reading supervision in 1973 from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh. She also has a master’s degree in spirituality from St. Louis University and certification in spiritual direction from Fordham University in New York. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Christine taught at Our Lady of Good Counsel School in north St. Louis County from 1964-65. She was principal at St. Clare of Assisi School in Ellisville from 1985-90 and at St. Ambrose School in St. Louis from 2010-13. Sister Christine was also the formation director of the junior professed sisters at Our Lady Queen of Apostles from 2009-10. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Christine taught and also served as a principal in Pennsylvania. She served as an assistant principal and principal in Connecticut and has served the congregation as a formation directress and in vocation ministry. About Sister Christine: Since 2013, Sister Christine has been serving as the director of campus ministry at Greensburg Central Catholic High School in Greensburg, Pa.


Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration (OSB) 60th, First Profession

SISTER LOUISE GERTRUDE KUBORN Biographical: A native of Kaukauna, Wis., Sister Louise Gertrude entered the Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration in 1952 and made her first monastic profession in 1954. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Louise Gertrude assisted the older Benedictine Sisters at the St. Louis Monastery, 1978-79, before returning to serve as assistant bookkeeper in the finance office, 1983-2001. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Louis Gertrude has lived the contemplative life with communities of Benedictine Sisters in Arizona, California and Illinois. She currently serves at the monastery in Clyde, Mo., where she works in the finance office. About Sister Louise Gertrude: She is most grateful for the companionship of her sisters and the example each shows as they live their monastic life together each day. Sister Louise Gertrude loves to sew, embroider and collect stamps.

SISTER MAUREEN TRULAND Biographical: Sister Maureen was born in Lancaster, N.H., entered the Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration in 1952 and made her first monastic profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in biology from the former Mount St. Mary College in Hooksette, N.H.; a master’s degree in biology from Fordham University in Bronx, N.Y.; and a master’s degree in sacred doctrine from St. John’s University in Collegeville, Minn. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Maureen served at the Benedictine Sisters’ monastery in St. Louis from 196687. During that time, she ministered as director of novices and assistant prioress general and was elected prioress general of the congregation in 1982. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Maureen’s ministry as a contemplative sister included serving at the Benedictine Sisters’ monastery in Oklahoma. She resides at the monastery in Clyde, Mo., where, in addition to her work in leadership, she instructs women in formation, works in the printery and

St. Louis Review correspondence department and serves as a portess. About Sister Maureen: Before entering the Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration, Sister Maureen taught biology and chemistry at Mount St. Scholastica College (now merged with Benedictine College) in Atchison, Kan. She was one of four sisters who attended the first class at Benedictine Institute of Sacred Theology in St. Joseph, Minn.

Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent De Paul (DC) 80th, Entrance

SISTER JOSEPHINE CUSIMANO Biographical: Sister Josephine was born in New Orleans and entered the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in 1934. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing education from DePaul University in Chicago in 1945 and a master’s degree in education from Immaculate Heart

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www.stlouisreview.com College in Los Angeles in 1951. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Josephine served in administration at the former St. Vincent Hospital in Normandy, 1975-78, and as a member of the board of directors at DePaul Health Center in Bridgeton, 1974-79. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Josephine ministered in health care in California, Louisiana, Texas and Wisconsin. About Sister Josephine: Now residing at Chateau Notre Dame in New Orleans, she serves in a ministry of prayer. Sister Josephine enjoys reading, listening to music and visiting with the residents.

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SISTER MURIEL LEVY Biographical: Sister Muriel was born in New Orleans and entered the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in 1939. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from Fontbonne University in 1949. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Muriel ministered in social services at

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 St. Mary Home in St. Louis, 1941-51. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Muriel served in education and social services in Alabama, California and Louisiana. About Sister Muriel: Now residing at Seton Residence in Evansville, Ind., she serves in a ministry of prayer. Sister Muriel enjoys saying her Rosary each day with a tape recording.

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SISTER ANDREA LACOSTE Biographical: Sister Andrea, baptized Loretto André, was born in New Orleans and entered the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing education from DePaul University in Chicago in 1951 and a master’s degree in education from Arizona State University in Tempe in 1973. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Andrea served in employee health care at the former St. Vincent Hospital in Normandy, 1969-73; education and training at DePaul Health Center in Bridgeton, 1973-75; and project research at the former Marillac Provincialate in

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 St. Louis, 1970-81. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Andrea ministered in health care in Alabama, Indiana, Louisiana, Missouri and Texas. About Sister Andrea: Now residing at Seton Residence in Evansville, Ind., she serves in a ministry of prayer and enjoys private time and being in community with the other sisters.

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SISTER ANNALEE FAHERTY Biographical: Sister Annalee was born in Perryville and entered the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from the former Marillac College in 1964 and a master’s degree in social work from St. Louis University in 1966. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Annalee taught at St. Louise de Marillac School, 1961-64, and served as an adoption and social worker at Catholic Charities and an intake worker for Stella Maris Day Care Center and Guardian Angel Settlement Day Care in St. Louis from 1966-68. In her ministry at the former Marillac College, Sister Annalee was instrumental in coordinating and receiving accreditation for the social work program and later served as associate professor and chair of the social work department, 1968-74. In 1989, Sister Annalee began her continuous work at Guardian Angel Settlement Association where she has served as a social worker, director of social services, director of social services programs, director of special program assessment and, currently, part-time development associate. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Annalee ministered in social services in Alabama, Missouri and Texas. About Sister Annalee: An avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, Sister Annalee also enjoys reading mysteries and doing the weekly supply shopping for her community.

SISTER JOAN McDERMOTT Biographical: Sister Joan was born in Perryville and entered the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from the former Marillac College in 1965. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Joan taught at St. Patrick School in St. Louis and served as a medical records clerk and special education instructor at the former St. Vincent Hospital in

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Normandy. She provided pastoral care at DePaul Health Center and the Sarah Community in Bridgeton and served as a tape librarian and driver at the former Marillac provincial house in Normandy. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Joan taught in Alabama, Illinois, Louisiana, Missouri and Texas. About Sister Joan: Now residing at Veronica House in the Sarah Community in Bridgeton, she serves in a ministry of prayer. Sister Jean enjoys listening to music, assisting companions and offering contemplative prayer for the world, especially the poor.

rick Center 1990-97. She also served as director of treatment services at Marian Hall Residential Care Center in University City. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Dorothea ministered in social services in Arkansas, Missouri and Texas. About Sister Dorothea: Now serving at Daughters of Charity Services of Arkansas in Gould, Sister Dorothea enjoys gardening, candle making and local advocacy work in her spare time.

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Biographical: Sister Marie Thérèse, baptized Mary Eileen, was born in Chicago and entered the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in occupational therapy from Mount Mary University in Milwaukee in 1967, a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy from University of California-San Francisco, in 1975 and a master’s degree in administration from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind., in 1990. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Marie Thérèse served as provincial councillor, 1992-98, and provincial, 1998-2007, for the former Marillac Province. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Marie Thérèse served in health care in Louisiana and Texas. About Sister Marie Thérèse: Today, she serves in health care governance and as a wellness educator at Providence Healthcare Network in Waco, Texas. Sister Marie Thérèse enjoys swimming, cooking and reading.

Biographical: Sister Nancy was born in Boston and entered the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in history and social studies from the former Marillac College in 1961 and a master’s degree in education from St. Louis University in 1973. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Nancy taught in Perryville at St. Boniface School, 1956-59, and St. Vincent Grade School, 1959-60 and 1961-64. In St. Louis, she taught at St. Louise de Marillac School, 1960-61, and Central Catholic Community School, 1965-69. Sister Nancy also directed Project Door, a program assisting teens experiencing difficulty in completing their high school education, in St. Louis from 1970-73 and volunteered at Marygrove in Florissant in 1984. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Nancy served in Alabama, Arkansas and Texas. She also ministered as a missionary in Bolivia, France and Turkey. About Sister Nancy: She now resides in Bayside, N.Y., and assists with Vincentian heritage projects.

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SISTER DOROTHEA MOLL Biographical: Sister Dorothea, baptized Susan Frances, was born in St. Louis and entered the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in business administration from University of Missouri-St. Louis in 1969 and a master’s degree in social work from St. Louis University in 1995. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Dorothea served as assistant controller at the former DePaul Hospital, 197074; volunteered at Guardian Angel Settlement Association, 1989-90; and ministered in various roles at St. Pat-

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SISTER ALICIA WHATLEY Biographical: Sister Alicia, baptized Marjorie Ann, was born in Mobile, Ala., and entered the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul in 1964. Service in the Archdiocese: She served in St. Louis as a secretary for the Daughters of Charity Support Services, 1966-71 and 1977, and secretary and receptionist at St. Patrick Day Care Center, 1971-73. Sister Alicia also ministered as a secretary at the former St. Vincent Hospital in Normandy, 1973-77. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Alicia served in medical records at hospitals in Louisiana and Texas. About Sister Alicia: Now residing at Seton Residence in Evansville, Ind., Sister Alicia serves in a ministry of prayer and enjoys the beautiful scenery and grounds outside her window.


Dominican Sisters-Grand Rapids (OP) 25th, Reception

SISTER MEGAN McELROY Biographical: A native of Royal Oak, Mich., Sister Megan was received into the Dominican Sisters-Grand Rapids in 1989 and professed her final vows in 1994. She received a bachelor’s degree in religious studies from Aquinas College in 1985, master’s degree in theological studies from St. John’s Seminary in 1988 and a master’s of divinity degree from Chicago Theological Union in 2006. She is working on a doctorate in ministry at Aquinas Institute in St. Louis while co-directing the Dominican women novices. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Megan has been serving as the codirector of the Collaborative Dominican Novitiate in St. Louis since 2010. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Megan began her pastoral associate ministry at parishes in Michigan. After completing further study, she served as a high school theology teacher in Lake Forest, Ill. About Sister Megan: She takes on leadership roles in the liturgy with great delight, especially leading music as a guitarist. The Word of God is an integral part of her Dominican life and is shared with others at retreats and days of reflection. Study prepares her well for a great variety of ministries. She enjoys walking, golfing and baseball.

Dominican Sisters of Sparkill (OP) 70th, Entrance

SISTER JULIA MARIE CODY Biographical: A native of St. Louis, Sister Julia Marie entered the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill in 1944 and professed her final vows in 1951. She studied at Webster University and received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Julia Marie taught at Holy Redeemer School, 1947-52, St. Mark School, 1952-61, St. James School, 1961-68, St. Elizabeth School, 1970-74 and St. Thomas More School, 1974-84. From

PAGE 14 | JUBILARIANS 1987-99, she served as librarian at St. Louis County Library. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Julia Marie was a teacher in the Archdiocese of New York. About Sister Julia Marie: She is retired and lives in Siena Hall at the Dominican convent in Sparkill, N.Y.

SISTER ALMA MARIA (NICHOLAS) VAN BUREN Biographical: Sister Alma Maria, formerly known as Sister Nicholas, is a native of New York. She entered the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill in 1944 and professed her final vows in 1951. She earned a bachelor’s degree in education at Fordham University in New York, a master’s degree in biology at Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., and a master’s degree in Bible study from Providence College in Rhode Island. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Alma Maria ministered from 1985-88 at St. Dominic High School and Corpus Christi District School. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Alma Maria was an elementary and high school teacher and served at Camp Venture, Inc., in the Archdiocese of New York. She also taught at a high school in Biloxi, Miss., and provided pastoral care at the Shrine of St. Patrick in Jefferson City, Mo. About Sister Alma Maria: Sister Alma Maria is retired and lives in Siena Hall at the Dominican convent in Sparkill, N.Y.

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SISTER CARROL (MARY GERMAINE) COBLE Biographical: Sister Carrol Coble (formerly known as Sister Mary Germaine) is a native of St. Louis. She entered the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill in 1954 and professed her final vows in 1961. She studied at St. Thomas Aquinas College in Sparkill, N.Y., where she earned a bachelor’s degree in education and at St. Mary’s College, where earned an associate’s degree in nursing. Sister Carrol earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Louis University and a master’s degree in human relations from Webster University in St. Louis. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Carrol taught at St. Mark School in St. Louis from 1968-70. She then began a 42-year nursing career as a staff nurse, nursing instructor and parish nurse. She ministered in St. Louis at St. Mary’s

St. Louis Review Health Center, 1970-78; St. Anthony’s Medical Center, 1978-79; Deaconess Hospital, 1979-91; and Barnes Hospital, 1991-92; and as a parish nurse at Holy Family Parish, 1992-2005; St. Francis de Sales, 1992-2000; and St. John the Baptist Parish, 2005-14. As a parish nurse, her work was sponsored by Incarnate Word, Deaconess, St. Alexius and St. Anthony’s hospitals. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Carrol was a teacher in the Archdiocese of New York. About Sister Carrol: She recently retired and resides in Crestwood.

SISTER MARY PIUS FAGAN Biographical: A native of Wilmington, Del., Sister Mary Pius entered the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill in 1954 and professed her final vows in 1961. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from St. Thomas Aquinas College in Sparkill, N.Y., and a master’s degree in urban affairs from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: After teaching, Sister Mary Pius served in the Archdiocese of St. Louis in various social concern ministries. She has ministered in pastoral care at St. Louis Juvenile Detention Center, 1977-79, as director of criminal justice ministry, 1979-88, at St. Vincent de Paul Society, 1989-90, at St. Mark Parish, 1991-92, as coordinator at Pillar Place, 1992-95, and in liturgy/pastoral care at Franciscan Sisters of Mary, 1995-97. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Pius has served in the Archdiocese of New York and in the Diocese of Wilmington, Del. About Sister Mary Pius: She resides in St. Louis and is engaged in spirituality and retreat ministry.

SISTER BARBARA (MARY BARBARA) PAUL Biographical: Sister Barbara (formerly known as Sister Mary Barbara) is a native of St. Louis. She entered the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill in 1954 and professed her final vows in 1961. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from St. Thomas Aquinas College in Sparkill, N.Y., a master’s of theological studies from the College of William and Mary, a master’s degree in religious studies from Fordham University in New York and a theology certificate from the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley, Calif. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Barbara taught at St. Thomas More

www.stlouisreview.com School, 1961-63, Little Flower, 1963-69, and St. Dominic High School, 1970-72. She was a pastoral assistant at Immaculate Conception Parish, 1994-97. From 2001-05, she was a learning consultant at Resurrection School in St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Barbara taught in the Archdiocese of New York and the Dioceses of Wilmington, Del., and Albany, N.Y. She served the people of Peru in pastoral ministry through the Hermanas de Maryknoll program. She served as a pastoral assistant in Rockford, Ill. About Sister Barbara: From 197280, Sister Barbara was elected to congregational leadership and, in 1980, she was elected president of the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill. She currently resides in Washington and since 2005 has ministered at St. Vincent de Paul School in Dutzow as learning consultant, assistant principal and teacher.

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SISTER CAROL (ROBERT ANN) LEHMKUHL Biographical: Sister Carol (formerly known as Sister Robert Ann) is a native of Cincinnati. She entered the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill in 1964 and professed her final vows in 1976. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from St. Thomas Aquinas College in Sparkill, N.Y., and a master’s degree in counselor education from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Carol served in the Archdiocese of St. Louis as teacher and principal at Holy Guardian Angels School from 1982-86. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Carol has served in the Archdiocese of New York at St. Agnes Home and at a parish. She was a teacher in Jefferson City, Mo., and a teacher and counselor in East St. Louis. About Sister Carol: She resides in St. Louis. For the past 20 years, she has been the director of The Family Center in East St. Louis, a program which assists mothers, senior citizens, and at-risk youth and children with their basic needs, including education, job placement, housing, and general welfare.

SISTER MARGARET (ANN MONICA) PALLISER Biographical: Sister Margaret (formerly known as Sister Ann Monica) is a native of St. Louis. She entered the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill in 1964 and professed her final vows in

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 1974. She received a bachelor’s degree in natural sciences from St. Thomas Aquinas College in Sparkill, N.Y.; a master’s degree in music education from Boston College; and a bachelor’s degree in sacred theology, licentiate in sacred theology and doctorate in sacred theology from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Margaret has taught in the Archdiocese of New York and the Diocese of Rockville Center, including at St. Thomas Aquinas College and Mt. St. Mary College. She served as music teacher at parishes in New York and as director of communications for the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill. From 1993-2008, she ministered as director of campus ministry and assistant vice president for mission at Sacred Heart University in Connecticut. About Sister Margaret: Sister Margaret resides in Nanuet, N.Y. From 2009-12, she was editor of Living with Christ. In 2010, she was elected to congregational leadership for the Dominican Sisters and serves in this capacity at the Dominican convent in Sparkill.

SISTER SUZANNE (SUZANNE MARIE) WALKER Biographical: Sister Suzanne (formerly known as Sister Suzanne Marie) is a native of Kansas City, Mo. She entered the Dominican Sisters of Sparkill in 1964 and professed her final vows in 1976. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from St. Thomas Aquinas College in Sparkill, N.Y., and a master’s degree in elementary education from the University of MissouriColumbia. Service in the Archdiocese: She taught at St. Thomas More in St. Louis from 1970-75. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Suzanne has served in the Archdiocese of New York and the Diocese of Jefferson City. In New York, she ministered at St. Agnes Home in Sparkill, N.Y., and a school in Bronx, N.Y. From 1975 to the present, she has been a teacher and principal at Holy Rosary School in Monroe City, Mo. About Sister Suzanne: Sister Suzanne has been a teacher and administrator throughout her religious life. Her continued service in Monroe City is evidence of her dedication to the field of education as she continues to minister to the needs of the students and families she serves each day.


Franciscan Sisters of Mary (FSM) In 1987, the Sisters of St. Mary of the Third Order of St. Francis (SSM) and the Sisters of St. Francis of Maryville, Mo. (OSF) reunited to become the Franciscan Sisters of Mary (FSM). The jubilarians entered in either the SSM or OSF tradition.

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SISTER MARY CELINE GRESS Biographical: Sister Mary Celine was born Margaret Mary Gress in Nebraska City, Neb. She entered the Sisters of St. Francis of Maryville in 1934 and professed final vows in 1939. She studied nursing at St. Anthony School of Nursing in Oklahoma City and became a registered nurse in 1940. Service in the Archdiocese: In 1987, after reunification, Sister Mary Celine moved to St. Louis where she served in the laboratory at St. Mary’s Health Center and the activities department of St. Mary of the Angels Convent. Retired since 1993, she has continued to volunteer and be a presence for others. Service outside the Archdiocese: For 47 years, Sister Mary Celine served as a nurse in Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma. About Sister Mary Celine: Because of her deep compassion, she has often provided a special ministry of presence to the dying, praying with them, holding their hands and offering comfort. Sister Mary Celine enjoys crocheting, knitting and corresponding with family.

SISTER MARY DORINE WITTENBRINK Biographical: Sister Mary Dorine was born Catherine Magdalen Wittenbrink in Evansville, Ill. She entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1934 and professed final vows in 1940. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Louis University in 1945. Service in the Archdiocese: At St. Mary’s Health Center and St. Mary’s Infirmary in the 1940s-60s, Sister Mary Dorine served as a nurse, head nurse and obstetrical nursing supervisor; taught pediatric nursing; and established a family-centered care program. In 1974, she established a pastoral care ministry program at St. Joseph Health Center in St. Charles where she served until her retirement in 1992. Sister Mary Dorine

St. Louis Review then worked in the congregation’s archives and led the Franciscan Sisters of Mary prayer ministry. She resides at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Dorine’s nursing ministry included establishing premature and neonatal nurseries in a Wisconsin hospital. About Sister Mary Dorine: Though she loved her work as a nurse, especially with tiny infants, she found her 18 years in pastoral care a “fulfilling, gratifying experience.” Sister Mary Dorine is grateful for her experiences as a Franciscan Sister of Mary and amazed at how her life has “fallen into place” through God’s grace.

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SISTER FRANCITA BARRINGHAUS Biographical: Sister Francita was born Doris Mathilda Barringhaus in Holstein, Mo. She entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1944 and professed final vows in 1950. She received a bachelor’s degree in radiologic technology in 1953 and a master’s degree in education in 1968, both from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Francita worked in the X-ray department at St. Mary’s Health Center in 1956 and returned to supervise the radiology department in the 1970s. She taught and supervised radiology at Firmin Desloge Hospital, 1956-61; supervised radiology and pediatric cardiology at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center in the late 1960s and early 1980s; and chaired St. Louis University’s department of radiologic technology, 1969-76. Sister Francita served the congregation as secretary general, 1981-90, and co-director of the motherhouse, 1990-95. She was a secretary and volunteer coordinator at Almost Home, a transitional center for teen mothers, until 2000 and volunteered her service at St. Mary’s Health Center and the convent before moving to the Sarah Community in Bridgeton in 2010. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Francita supervised and taught radiology at St. Mary’s Hospital in Kansas City, Mo. About Sister Francita: Known for her compassionate and insightful leadership, Sister Francita considered her service as the congregation’s secretary general to be a unique privilege. She especially loved getting to know so many of the sisters.

SISTER MARY JULIANA DROSTE Biographical: Sister Mary Juliana was born Mary Anna Droste in Godfrey, Ill. She entered the Sisters of St. Mary in

www.stlouisreview.com 1944 and professed final vows in 1949. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Juliana worked in the laundry at St. Mary’s Health Center until 1954 and served as assistant novice mistress for the Sisters of St. Mary, 1957-60. Since 2012, she has resided at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Juliana provided housekeeping and laundry service at hospitals throughout Missouri and in Wisconsin. In 32 years of service at St. Francis Hospital in Marceline, she ministered as an activities therapy assistant and provided pastoral care to shut-ins and patients. About Sister Mary Juliana: She loved the opportunity to reach out to the elderly and lonely. Sister Mary Juliana considered bringing the Eucharist to shut-ins to be one of the greatest blessings and says she learned early in life to “bring life’s little crosses to the foot of the big cross.” Her younger sister, Clare Louise, was also a Franciscan Sister of Mary until her death in 2014.

SISTER MARY (MARY RALPH) ELMENDORF Biographical: Sister Mary was born Mary Cecelia Ann Elmendorf in St. Charles. She entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1944 and professed final vows in 1950. She received a bachelor’s degree in dietetics from St. Louis University in 1953. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary completed her dietetics internship at St. Mary’s Health Center and Firmin Desloge Hospital in 1954. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary’s ministry in dietetics included serving as an instructor, dietitian and dietetics director at hospitals in Illinois, Missouri and Wisconsin. She also ministered as an assistant food service director and assistant activities director at a retirement home in Chicago. Retired since 2004, she serves as a patient advocate and visitor at a hospital and retirement home in Blue Island, Ill. About Sister Mary: She enjoys watching sports, especially White Sox baseball, and loves baking and playing solitaire. The Rosary is her favorite devotion. When describing the blessing of her vocation, Sister Mary notes, “I’m able to share our charism with the people I meet as I go about my daily activities of trying each day to fully live the Gospel.” Her sister, Jacinta Marie, is also a Franciscan Sister of Mary.

JUBILARIANS | PAGE 15 SISTER MARY ROSANNE EWERS Biographical: Sister Mary Rosanne was born Martha Marie Ewers in St. Anthony, Mo. She entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1944 and professed final vows in 1950. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing at St. Louis University in 1956. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Rosanne ministered in dietary service at the motherhouse in St. Louis until 1947, and later returned to provide nursing care, 1977-83. She served as a nurse assistant at St. Mary’s Health Center in the 1950s and directed central services at Mount St. Rose Hospital, 1970-77. She also ministered as a nurse at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center, 1967-70, where she later volunteered in the cardiology clinic and Family Plus program, 1977-83. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Rosanne served as a nurse, nursing supervisor and instructor at hospitals in Missouri and Wisconsin. About Sister Mary Rosanne: An expert seamstress, Sister Mary Rosanne sewed, altered and mended clothing for the sisters. Now retired and residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton, she continues to share her sewing skills. Her younger sister, Victoria, is also a Franciscan Sister of Mary.

SISTER MARY JOSEPHINE HUHMANN Biographical: Sister Mary Josephine was born Theresa Catherine Huhmann in St. Elizabeth, Mo. She entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1944 and professed final vows in 1950. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Josephine worked in the cafeteria and dining room at St. Mary’s Health Center, 1944-55, and was sacristan at St. Joseph Health Center in St. Charles, 1956-63. After returning to St. Louis in 1999, she served in a ministry of visitation with patients at St. Mary’s Health Center and was a strong presence in the Franciscan Sisters of Mary intercessory prayer ministry. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Josephine served as sacristan, information desk clerk and patient visitor at hospitals in Illinois and Missouri. She also ministered to her community as a convent dining room worker. About Sister Mary Josephine: Now retired and residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton, Sister Mary Josephine continues a ministry of prayer.

PAGE 16 | JUBILARIANS Her interests include crocheting, quilting, playing cards, watching baseball games and reading the St. Louis Review. She enjoyed serving as a sacristan and providing comfort and presence to shut-ins and hospital patients. One man told his daughter he was not afraid to die because of Sister Mary Josephine’s comforting visits.

SISTER MARY LOUISE (MARY CONRADINE) JAEGERS Biographical: Sister Mary Louise (formerly known as Sister Mary Conradine) was born in Loose Creek, Mo., entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1944 and professed final vows in 1950. She received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in dietetics from St. Louis University in 1952 and 1956, respectively. Service in the Archdiocese: At St. Mary’s Health Center, Sister Mary Louise directed food service, 1956-58; taught prenatal nutrition, 1961-62; and provided nutritional instruction to patients, 1969. She also directed food service at Firmin Desloge Hospital, 1959-61, and headed the dietary department at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center, 1969-72. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Louise ministered as a dietary consultant in hospitals and health care facilities in Illinois and Missouri. Fond of animals, she served as a Humane Society volunteer for 12 years. About Sister Mary Louise: Residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton since 2012, she looks for signs of God’s presence in all situations. Sister Mary Louise loved teaching young managers how to deliver good patient care and to bring the healing presence of Jesus to the sick. She enjoys organizing photo albums, reading poetry, walking and visiting the sick. She would like to write her mother’s life history for her family.

SISTER FRIEDA (ALMA MARIE) RODE Biographical: Sister Frieda (formerly Sister Alma Marie) was born Frieda Alma Rode in Coles Creek, Mo. She entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1944 and professed final vows in 1950. She studied business and accounting at St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Frieda served as admissions office treasurer and ministered in the business and accounting offices at St. Mary’s Health Center, 1950-53 and 1955-63; Mount St. Rose Hospital, 1953-55; and Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center,

St. Louis Review 1975-77. She served as executive director of the motherhouse, 1977-82, and accountant in the congregation’s corporate finance office, 1982-2009. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Frieda was a comptroller and business office manager at hospitals in Missouri and Wisconsin. About Sister Frieda: Retiring at the age of 91, Sister Frieda has always lived a life of quiet simplicity and gratitude. Never one to call attention to herself, she knows the value of work and the importance of not letting anything interfere with her prayer life. Her faithful service and work ethic are an example to all who know her.

SISTER MARY EVELYN STEINMAN Biographical: Sister Mary Evelyn was born Marie Hedwig Steinman in St. Anthony, Mo. She entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1944 and professed final vows in 1950. She received a bachelor’s degree in dietetics from St. Louis University in 1956. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Evelyn ministered in dietary and therapeutic dietetics at St. Mary’s Health Center, 1947-59 and 1963-65; Firmin Desloge Hospital, 1959-63 and 1973-80; and Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center, 1967-73. She volunteered to serve as sacristan and Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion at St. Mary’s Health Center and the motherhouse before moving to the Sarah Community in Bridgeton in 2010. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Evelyn served as a hospital dietitian in Wisconsin. About Sister Mary Evelyn: She found great fulfillment in serving as a sacristan, especially when preparing for holy days and the sisters’ wakes and funerals. Sister Mary Evelyn enjoys quilting, crocheting afghans, baking, painting and providing nutritional guidance to others. Two sisters, Loreda and Donna Marie, are also Franciscan Sisters of Mary.

SISTER ANN MIRIAM STENGER Biographical: Sister Ann Miriam was born Emma Josephine Stenger in Glennonville, Mo. She entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1944 and professed final vows in 1950. Service in the Archdiocese: With an excellent aptitude for accounting, Sister Ann Miriam managed patient accounts and served as lead cashier in the business office at St. Mary’s

www.stlouisreview.com Health Center, 1966-1992. She also ministered in the admitting office at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center, 1957-66, and was co-director of St. Mary of the Angels Convent, 1995-99. Sister Ann Miriam moved to the Sarah Community in Bridgeton in 2010 where she continues to help with the Franciscan Sisters of Mary prayer program. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Ann Miriam served in the business office of a hospital in Kansas City. About Sister Ann Miriam: She treasures praying in the chapel twice daily and loves to read, sew and care for others. An excellent businesswoman, Sister Ann Miriam always balanced to the penny. Her family describes her as “gentle and quietly efficient,” and her patience and kindness are a great gift to all. Three sisters also became Franciscan Sisters of Mary: Mariella, Mary Antoinette and Jovita Marie who passed away in 2013.

SISTER MARY ANGELITA TERRIO Biographical: Sister Mary Angelita was born Adele Bernardine Terrio in St. Charles. She entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1944 and professed final vows in 1950. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Louis University in 1954. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Angelita ministered as a nurse, head nurse and director of nursing at St. Mary’s Health Center in 1947, 195560 and 1970-71, and Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center, 1960-67. She cared for newborns and was a referral and patient relations coordinator at St. Joseph Medical Center in St. Charles, 1967-69 and 1971-74; and provided skilled nursing care at Mary Queen and Mother Center in St. Louis, 1981-82. She also served on the nursing faculty at St. Louis University. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Angelita ministered in nursing, home health care and pastoral care at hospitals, nursing facilities and hospices in Illinois, Missouri and South Carolina. About Sister Mary Angelita: Residing at the Sarah Community since 2010, she continues to provide a ministry of presence. Sister Mary Angelita was known for gentle ways, caring nature and excellent baking skills wherever she served.

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SISTER CONSTANCE (KEVIN MARIE) FAHEY Biographical: Sister Constance (formerly known as Sister Kevin Marie) was born Constance Pauline Fahey in Madison, Wis. She entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1954 and professed final

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 vows in 1961. She received a bachelor’s degree in medical technology in 1961, a master’s degree in education in 1969 and a doctorate degree in public policy studies in 1993, all from St. Louis University. She also received a master’s degree in management and supervision from Central Michigan University in Mt. Pleasant in 1976. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Constance ministered in the labs of St. Mary’s Hospital and Firmin Desloge Hospital, 1954-60; served as lab supervisor at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center and St. Joseph Medical Center in St. Charles, 1960-71; and provided genetic counseling at DePaul Health Center in Bridgeton, 1972-73. At SSM Health Care, she ministered as director of the central office, 1980-83; vice president of the board of directors, 198386; and vice president, 1986-87. Sister Constance also served her congregation as councilor, 1987-95; secretary general, 1990-93; and vicar general, 1991-95. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Constance supervised a hospital lab in Illinois. In South Carolina, she helped found a hospice, established a hospital medical-technology education program and directed hospice care. Residing in Janesville, Wis., since 2010, she has provided pastoral care in parish and health care settings, ministered in spiritual direction and given retreats for religious in Zambia. About Sister Constance: She finds joy in “being a healing, compassionate, and loving presence among the poorest of the poor in cultural settings, both in the United States and Zambia.” Sister Constance enjoys reading, cross-stitching, playing the organ and piano and writing poetry.

SISTER IRMA (VINCENT MARIE) KENNEBECK Biographical: Sister Irma (formerly known as Sister Vincent Marie) was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1954 and professed final vows in 1962. She received a bachelor’s degree in sociology and a master’s degree in social work from St. Louis University in 1966 and 1971, respectively. She also received a bachelor’s degree in theology from St. Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, Ind., in 1969. Service in the Archdiocese: In the 1950s-60s, Sister Irma ministered in office work and social services at the motherhouse and St. Mary’s Health Center. In the 1970s, she coordinated St. Mary’s Community Health Services and directed its mobile health unit. She was a

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 member and chair of the board of directors of SMM Health Care, 1987-96, and co-founded and directed Woman’s Place, a center for abused women, 1997-2011. Sister Irma also served as vocations director, 1963-66 and 1980-91; postulant mistress, 1966-69; and general superior, 1991-95. After serving in congregational leadership for 11 years, 1985-96, she resumed this ministry in 2011. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Irma ministered in social work and home health care in Texas. About Sister Irma: She enjoys nature’s beauty, especially the surprise and creativity of the changing seasons. Sister Irma loves cooking, arranging flowers, reading and gardening. She’s grateful for her ministry and to those who have taught her “how to be vulnerable, compassionate and truly present.”

SISTER ROSE MAUREEN MAHONEY Biographical: Born Virginia Anne Mahoney in Hannibal, Mo., Sister Rose Maureen entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1954 and professed final vows in 1962. She received a bachelor’s degree in medical records administration from St. Louis University in 1960 and a master’s degree in health service management from Webster University in 1983. Service in the Archdiocese: In the 1960s, Sister Rose Maureen was coordinator, assistant director and director of the medical records departments at St. Mary’s Health Center, St. Mary’s Infirmary’s Detoxification Center and St. Joseph Medical Center in St. Charles. In the 1970s-80s, she coordinated ambulatory and emergency outpatient records at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center and served as a medical consultant for both Cardinal Glennon and St. Mary on the Mount Hospital in south St. Louis County. Sister Rose Maureen taught medical records administration at St. Louis University and co-authored the 7th edition of “Understanding Medical Terminology,” a reference she updated for 25 years, ultimately becoming its sole author. Until her retirement in 2008, she continued to provide consultation on health information and medical records management. Service outside the Archdiocese: While ministering in South Carolina, Sister Rose Maureen supervised a hospital medical records department, helped construct a disaster response plan and established a Meals on Wheels program. About Sister Rose Maureen: Now residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton, Sister Rose Maureen values contemplative prayer and relishes reading mystery novels. She thoroughly

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SISTER THELMA MARIE (MARY POVARELLO) MITCHELL Biographical: Born in Clarksdale, Miss., Sister Thelma Marie (formerly known as Sister Mary Povarello) entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1954 and professed final vows in 1961. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Louis University in 1961; master’s degrees in maternal and child nursing and community health nursing from University of California in 1969 and 1970, respectively; and a master’s degree in management and supervision of health from Central Michigan University in Mt. Pleasant in 1977. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Thelma Marie ministered as head nurse at St. Mary’s Health Center, 1956-61, and nursing supervisor and nurse at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Health Center, 1961-68 and 1986-90. She directed nursing at St. Louis State School in Bellefontaine Neighbors, 1973-76, and taught community health nursing at St. Louis University, 1976-81. Sister Thelma Marie served in congregation leadership, 1977-85, and on the boards of SSM Health Care, Catholic Charities of St. Louis and the Commission on Justice and Human Development. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Thelma Marie served as a nurse and employee health nurse in California and Oklahoma. She also ministered on a hospital ship in Jamaica and Brazil through Project Hope. About Sister Thelma Marie: She works at Nia Kuumba, a spirituality center for African-American women in St. Louis, and is a part-time volunteer at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center. Sister Thelma Marie enjoys reading, watching baseball, attending plays and concerts and spending time with her fellow sisters. She loved caring for premature babies and getting to know employees and families during her ministry.

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SISTER KATHLEEN MARIE (TERESA MARIE) BUCHHEIT Biographical: Sister Kathleen Marie (formerly known as Sister Teresa Marie) was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1964 and professed final vows in 1972. She received a

www.stlouisreview.com bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Louis University in 1971 and a master’s degree in maternity/perinatal nursing from Indiana University School of Nursing in Indianapolis in 1980. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Kathleen Marie served as a nurse and in high-risk obstetrical nursing at St. Mary’s Health Center in the 1970s. She was a perinatal nurse practitioner at St. Joseph Medical Center in St. Charles, 1980, and nurse midwife at St. Louis City Hospital, 1982-83. Sister Kathleen Marie served as a massage therapist at DePaul Health Center in Bridgeton, 2000-02; St. Joseph Health Center in St. Charles, 2003; and St. Joseph Health Center West in Lake St. Louis, 2004-06. She directed the sisters’ vocation ministry from 1988-92 and directed mission integration for the St. Joseph Health Centers, 2006-08; St. Louis area, 2008-09; and entire SSM Health Care system, 2009-present. Sister Kathleen Marie also directed vocation ministry, 1988-92. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Kathleen Marie ministered in hospitals in Illinois, Missouri and Wisconsin and taught labor and delivery nursing at the Medical University of South Carolina. She served as a nurse midwife in Texas and led several medical mission trips to Belize and Guatemala. About Sister Kathleen Marie: She loved serving as a nurse-midwife and witnessing the joy of new life. Fond of travel, Sister Kathleen Marie notes: “I’ve greatly appreciated the opportunity to minister in cross-cultural settings like the Texas/Mexican border, Belize and Guatemala. As a Franciscan, I am grateful for God’s gift of creation.”

SISTER MARY CHAUDET Biographical: Born Mildred Ruth Chaudet in Wilmington, N.C., Sister Mary entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1964 and professed final vows in 1971. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Louis University in 1971 and a master’s degree in maternal and child nursing from the University of Texas-Galveston in 1981. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary ministered in nursing at St. Mary’s Health Center until 1972. She served as director of nursing services at the motherhouse, 1976-79, and was a nurse, outpatient head nurse and patient advocate at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center, 1986-93. Sister Mary established a Parents as Teachers program in Doe Run, 1981-83; served as a house manager for Almost Home, a transitional center for teen mothers, 1993; ministered as a visiting nurse and case manager supervisor at Nurses for Newborns, 1993-2004; and offered counseling through St. Louis

JUBILARIANS | PAGE 17 Consultation Center, 2009. Sister Mary has taught obstetric and pediatric nursing at Mineral Area College and currently teaches public health nursing at St. Louis University. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary ministered as a nurse and head nurse at hospitals in South Carolina and Texas and in the sisters’ medical mission in Kenya. About Sister Mary: She is a volunteer at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center and takes pleasure in reading while spending time with her cat, Kali, visiting friends and her Franciscan Sister companions, studying Spanish and tap dancing. Sister Mary enjoys teaching her nursing students, loves to learn about the environment and takes pleasure in creating useful items from recycled materials.

SISTER MARY ANDRÉ EVANICSKO Biographical: Born Shirley Ann Evanicsko in Nanty Glo, Penn., Sister Mary André entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1964 and professed final vows in 1972. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Louis University in 1971 and a master’s degree in nursing from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland in 1981. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary André was a student, intern and nurse at St. Mary’s Health Center in St. Louis, 1967-73; served as a clinical nursing instructor and in-service nursing education coordinator at St. Louis University, 1981-82; and ministered as a psychiatric nurse and in the chemical dependency programs at St. Joseph Medical Center in St. Charles, 1985-91, St. Joseph Medical Center West in Lake St. Louis, 1991-95, and SSM Behavioral Medicine, 1995-2009. She currently serves at PRISM Therapeutic Massage in Clayton which she co-founded in 1994. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary André ministered as a surgical/pediatric nurse supervisor, patient care coordinator and nursing instructor in Ohio and Wisconsin. About Sister Mary André: She is grateful to be a trusted confidant and conduit of God’s love and to have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others. Sister Mary André appreciates being able to stand “on the shoulders of great women whose lives of prayer, generous self-giving, accomplishments, struggles, faith and trust fill me with deep gratitude and joy.” She enjoys genealogy, photography, planting flowers, making cards and staying in contact with family and friends.

PAGE 18 | JUBILARIANS SISTER KAREN SUE (MARY DAMIEN) HEATH Biographical: Sister Karen Sue (formerly known as Sister Mary Damien) was born in Kansas City. She entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1964 and professed final vows in 1973. She received a bachelor’s degree in radiologic technology from St. Louis University in 1970 and a master’s degree in health care administration from Trinity University in San Antonio in 1982. Sister Karen Sue became a doctor of medicine at Medical University of South Carolina in 1985 and completed her family medicine residency at Duke/Fayetteville Area Health Education Center in North Carolina in 1988. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Karen Sue ministered as a physician in St. Louis at St. Mary’s Health Center, St. Mary’s Infirmary and Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center. She supervised radiology at St. Joseph Health Center in St. Charles, 1970-77. After retiring in 2010, she served as a physician at Alexian Brothers’ PACE Program which offers alternatives to nursing home care, and Casa de Salud, a wellness center for immigrants. Sister Mary teaches family and community medicine at St. Louis University and volunteers at the food pantry at St. Pius Parish in St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Karen Sue served as a physician on the San Carlos Apache reservation in Arizona and in South Carolina and Texas, where she helped establish three radiology clinics. About Sister Karen Sue: She feels blessed to have experienced the kindness of people in the deep South and to have shared in the poverty of reservation life where she learned about the Apache spirituality of love for relationships with others and the Earth. “My wish is that Jesus’ love can be seen in my life and through those I touch,” Sister Karen Sue says. “I pray to enjoy each moment I am given to share my life with others.”

SISTER MARIANA PAPIERNIK Biographical: Sister Mariana was born Kathleen Ann Papiernik in Omaha, Neb., entered the Sisters of St. Mary in 1964 and professed final vows in 1972. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mariana worked in the business office at St. Mary’s Health Center, 1967-70; was an electrocardiogram technician and receptionist at Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center, 1986-92; served as convent receptionist

St. Louis Review and switchboard operator, 1992-2011; and ministered part-time for several years at Almost Home, a transitional center for teen mothers. Since 2011, she has resided at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton where she assists others by driving the “Sarah Trolley” around campus and helping with errands and other needs. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mariana worked in the business office and chapel and served as an electrocardiogram technician at hospitals in Missouri and Wisconsin. About Sister Mariana: She especially enjoyed her 15 years of working in the convent lobby where she had the opportunity to meet and get to know many people. She states, “I enjoy being able to serve people in small ways, talking to people, praying for people.” Sister Mariana also enjoys reading, playing with her cat and watching the seasons change.

SISTER SANDRA JEAN (MARY ANITA CLARE) SCHWARTZ Biographical: Sister Sandra Jean (formerly known as Sister Mary Anita Clare) was born in Quincy, Ill. She entered the Sisters of St. Francis of Maryville in 1964 and professed final vows in 1973. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Avila University in Kansas City in 1971 and a master’s degree in Christian spirituality from Creighton University in Omaha, Neb., in 1988. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Sandra Jean served as councilor and vicar general on the first Franciscan Sisters of Mary leadership team, 1987-91, and was director of vocation formation and the membership development team, 1992-2002. Since 2007, she has continued her service in congregational leadership. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Sandra Jean was a nurse, head nurse, pastoral care director, educator, office manager and hospice nurse in Oklahoma and South Carolina. She served in congregational leadership and as vocation director for Sisters of St. Francis and was an associate vocation director for the Diocese of Kansas CitySt. Joseph. About Sister Sandra Jean: She enjoys early morning walks, concerts, plays, musicals and dance productions. She has thrived in her combined ministry of nursing and teaching and especially enjoyed working with diverse communities. Her joy, she says, is gained from “being part of a congregation of women who are mission-oriented, realistic and honest, and deeply in love with God and God’s people.”


FRANCISCAN SISTERS OF OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP (OSF) 60th, First Profession

SISTER MARY THOMAS KOSIUT Biographical: A native of Omaha, Neb., Sister Mary Thomas joined the Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in 1952, made her first profession in 1954 and her final profession in 1957. Sister Mary Thomas received a bachelor’s degree from Webster University and a master’s degree from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Thomas served as a teacher at St. Adalbert School in St. Louis from 1953-54, St. Stanislaus in St. Louis from 1954-55 and St. Bartholomew in Hazelwood from 1960-66. She also served as principal at the then-newly established Christ Prince of Peace School in Manchester from 1980-88. Sister Mary Thomas also served her community as secretary general and in the formation program. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Thomas served as a teacher and/or principal in schools in Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, West Virginia and Wisconsin. Before her retirement, she also served as a parish volunteer in Olathe, Kan. About Sister Mary Thomas: She resides at Mother of Perpetual Help residence on the Cardinal Carberry Campus in Shrewsbury, where she enjoys watching sports, especially the St. Louis Cardinals, Nebraska Cornhuskers and Notre Dame football. She is grateful for the support of family, friends and the sisters in the community and always has a kind word to those whom she meets during the day.

SISTER CYNTHIA KOZICKI Biographical: Sister Cynthia is a native of St. Louis. Entering the Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in 1951, she made her first profession in 1954 and her final profession in 1957. She received a bachelor’s degree from St. Mary’s College in Omaha, Neb. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Cynthia ministered in elementary schools for 43 years. She taught at St. Richard School in Creve Coeur from 1998-2000 and at the community’s Villa

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 St. Joseph Child Center from 1992-98. Sister Cynthia also served in pastoral ministry for the Franciscan Sisters of Mary from 2000-09 and has served as a sacristan at Little Flower Parish in Richmond Heights since 2006. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Cynthia enjoyed her teaching ministry in Colorado, Illinois, Louisiana, Michigan, Nebraska, New Mexico and Ohio. She served from 1963-69 as a missionary/teacher in Phuket, Thailand, at the community’s newly founded school. She later served in the pastoral care department of the community’s hospital in Green Springs, Ohio. About Sister Cynthia: Being a sacristan has been the joy of Sister Cynthia’s retirement years. She recalls that one of the community’s foundresses, Mother Mary Ernestine Matz, told her, “I wish for my sisters to have deep respect and love for priests and to care for God’s altar, as sacristan, by keeping the linens clean, decorating even if it becomes a personal expense and whatever else is required of a sacristan.”

50th, First Profession

SISTER GALE BEDNAREK Biographical: Sister Gale was born in Chicago Heights, Ill., joining the Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in 1961. She made her first vows in 1964 and her final profession in 1967. She received a bachelor’s degree from Marillac College and a master’s degree from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Gale taught at St. Casimir School in north St. Louis County from 1965-70. Since 2011, she has served as a receptionist at St. Anthony Friary in St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Gail also taught in elementary schools in California, Kansas, New Mexico and Ohio. She taught religion at the high school level in Omaha, Neb. Sister Gale served as a pastoral minister and director of religious education in Illinois, Missouri, Texas and West Virginia. About Sister Gale: An avid reader, she also enjoys sharing Scripture with others, watching movies, telling stories with a moral and listening to country music. She notes that sharing seasonal celebrations with the sisters and God’s people “has brought me to a deeper and more intimate and friendly relationship with God. This has helped me to radiate the Light of the Gospel through sharing God’s Kiss of Compassion with the poor and wounded in my ministry.”

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 SISTER PATRICIA ANN MEYER

Biographical: Born in Fremont, Ohio, Sister Patricia Ann spent her early years in Clyde, Ohio. She entered the Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in 1961, made her first vows in 1964 and her final profession in 1967. She received a bachelor’s degree from Marillac College and a master’s degree from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Patricia Ann taught at Our Lady of Guadalupe School in north St. Louis County from 1965-70. She later served as principal there from 1975-81 and at Transfiguration School in north St. Louis County from 1981-85. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Patricia Ann taught in Colorado, Illinois and Ohio, where she also served as a principal including in her hometown. Sister Patricia Ann most recently served as program director at the Franciscan Renewal and as a parish director of religious education in Huron, Ohio. She currently ministers as a hospice volunteer and spiritual director at a retreat facility in Sandusky, Ohio. About Sister Patricia Ann: Having devoted 20 years of her 33-year ministry in education to serving as a principal, Sister Patricia Ann received the National Catholic Education Association’s distinguished principal award in 1990. In her current ministry as a hospice volunteer, she feels privileged to be present to many people who are very ill and to be supportive to their families; she says, “God has awakened me even more to the reality of unconditional love, connectedness to all creation and the promise of eternal life.”

SISTER MARY JANE NOWAKOSKI Biographical: A native of rural Illinois, Sister Mary Jane grew up on a farm near Tamaroa, Ill. She joined the Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in 1961, made her first profession in 1964 and her final vows in 1967. She received a bachelor’s degree from Marillac College and a master’s degree from Webster University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Jane taught, primarily in the fields of math and science, at St. Adalbert in St. Louis from 1965-70 and served as principal at St. Pius X School in St. Louis from 1986-89. She has ministered in the business office for her congregation since 1998. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Jane taught in elementary

St. Louis Review schools in Ohio, West Virginia and Wisconsin. She served as a principal in Fairview Heights, Ill. She taught algebra, geometry and advanced algebra at a high school in Omaha, Neb. About Sister Mary Jane: An avid reader of historical, biographical and historical fiction books, Sister Mary Jane also enjoys listening to instrumental and classical music and spending time with family. She loves to travel and enjoy nature and feels blessed to have made retreats in the Smoky Mountains. She is grateful for her vocation and notes, “A great joy for me was teaching in many different states and meeting so many wonderful students and parents.”

SISTER PAULINE SCHWANDT Biographical: Sister Pauline was born in Omaha, Neb., and entered the Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in 1961. She made her first profession in 1964 and her final profession in 1967. She received a bachelor’s degree from Marillac College and a master’s degree from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Pauline’s educational ministry has included serving at Our Lady of the Pillar School in Creve Coeur from 1965-68 and at Holy Ghost School in St. Louis from 1968-70. She also has served her community on special projects, as its director of associate membership, on its leadership team from 2005-10 and as superior general since 2010. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Pauline was a teacher in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Nebraska. She served as a pastoral associate in New Mexico, the diocesan director of lay ministry for the Diocese of Great FallsBillings, Mont., and parish director of evangelization in Corvallis, Ore. Sister Pauline was a director of religious education and associate diocesan director of religious education for the Archdiocese of Omaha and served as the diocesan director of religious education in the Diocese of Baker, Ore. She was a consultant for the DeSales Program for Franciscan Communications in Portland, Ore., and worked in rural dioceses to help catechists reach a certified level for faith formation in their parishes. About Sister Pauline: Of her ministry, Sister Pauline especially enjoyed training lay people in rural areas to function as parish leaders. She believes that “proclaiming the reign of God is a matter of utmost urgency … I feel my 50 years as a Franciscan Sister have been about this spirit of hope and the work it

www.stlouisreview.com takes for the in-breaking of God’s reign to happen.”

SISTER MARIA TESSARI Biographical: A native of Trinidad, Colo., Sister Maria entered the Franciscan Sisters of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in 1961. She professed her first vows in 1964 and final vows in 1967. She received a bachelor’s degree from Marillac College and a master’s degree from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Maria taught at Holy Ghost School in St. Louis from 1965-68 and from 1974-81 and Our Lady of the Pillar School in Creve Coeur from 197073. She ministered as coordinator of religious education at Blessed Teresa of Calcutta Parish in Ferguson from 2004-08. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Maria taught in Colorado, Louisiana, New Mexico and Texas. She served as a pastoral assistant/director of religious education in parishes in Colorado, Illinois, New Mexico and Wyoming. About Sister Maria: She always loved working with people, especially children. Sister Maria resides at Mother of Perpetual Help, where she is dedicated to a ministry of prayer. She enjoys telling jokes, reading, sketching profiles and listening to music.

Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters (SSPSAP) 60th, Profession

SISTER MARY GEMMA ROBINSON Biographical: Sister Mary Gemma was born Jean Robinson in St. Louis and entered the Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters in 1951 at the sisters’ house of formation at their convent in Philadelphia. She made her religious profession there in 1954. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Gemma served the congregation as a superior at the order’s convent in Austin, Texas, beginning in 1965, then at Mount Grace in St. Louis and, from 1977-86, at the Convent of Divine Love in Philadelphia. She returned to Mount Grace as superior from 1986-2009. Since 2009, Sister Mary Gemma has been the assistant superior at Mount Grace Convent in St. Louis. In addition

JUBILARIANS | PAGE 19 to her duties as assistant superior, Sister Mary Gemma works in the Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters’ correspondence room. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Gemma was on a special commission at the Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters’ motherhouse for three months in 1967, preparing for the special general chapter that took place there in 1969. She has taken part in nearly every general chapter of the Holy Spirit Adoration Sisters’ congregation at the motherhouse in Steyl, Holland, beginning in 1969, and at the generalate in Bad Driburg, Germany, since 1974. About Sister Mary Gemma: She enjoys playing card games in recreation and keeps the sisters regaled with stories of her various adventures during her 60 years of professed life.

Maryknoll Sisters of St. Dominic (MM) 80th, Entrance

SISTER MARGARET FRANCES (M. IRMA FRANCIS) KULAGE Biographical: Sister Margaret Frances (formerly known as Sister M. Irma Francis) was born in St. Louis, entered Maryknoll Sisters in 1929 and made her final profession in 1934. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Maryknoll Teachers College, Maryknoll, N.Y., in 1958. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Margaret Frances first worked at The Venard, a Maryknoll junior seminary once located in Clarks Summit, Pa., then was active in pastoral and catechetical ministry in parishes in Hawaii before being sent as a missioner to the Philippines. There, she ministered extensively to prisoners whose love for her, expressed in a letter to their national government, caused Sister Margaret Frances to be extended permanent residency in the land she had served faithfully in various capacities for nearly 40 years. About Sister Margaret Frances: Since 1991, she has lived in the United States, first at her congregation’s residence in Monrovia, Calif., and, for the past 20 years, at the Maryknoll Sisters Center in Maryknoll, N.Y., where she is actively involved in prayer ministry. The eldest sister in the congregation, Sister Margaret Frances turned 107 on June 24.

70th, Entrance

SISTER VIRGEEN HEALEY Biographical: Sister Virgeen was born in St. Louis, entered Maryknoll

PAGE 20 | JUBILARIANS Sisters in 1944 and made her final profession in 1950. She received a bachelor’s degree in community service from Mary Rogers College in Maryknoll, N.Y., in 1972 and a master’s degree in theological studies from Maryknoll School of Theology in Maryknoll, N.Y., in 1988. Service outside the Archdiocese: Following her novitiate, Sister Virgeen taught catechism at a parish and assisted in the Maryknoll seminary kitchen in New York. She continued to serve in parish ministry in California where she developed an extensive catechetics program operated by the congregation. Sister Virgeen also worked in religious education in the Philippines for 48 years; in 2007, she received the Datu Bago Award, the highest award given in Davao City, which referred to her as “Champion of the Poor.” About Sister Virgeen: Currently residing at Maryknoll Sisters Center in Maryknoll, N.Y., Sister Virgeen serves on the Mission Awareness Promotion Team, assists with special projects in the congregation’s development office and speaks at local churches and parish schools about the work of the Maryknoll Sisters.

Order of the Most Holy Redeemer (Redemptoristines) (OSSR) 25th, Profession

SISTER JANICE MARIE KLEIN Biographical: Sister Janice was born in Waterloo, Iowa. She entered the Redemptoristines in Liguori and made her first profession in 1989. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Janice spends her life in Liguori ministering in a contemplative life of prayer, sacrifice and intercession for the needs of the Church, the people of the Archdiocese of St. Louis and the world. About Sister Janice Marie: She served the community as prioress for a three-year term in 2008 and recently was elected again for this position. Sister Janice is one of the community drivers. She is versatile and can be found helping almost anywhere in the monastery. She enjoys doing hand work such as delicate cross stitching and crocheting, and is an avid reader. She has a contagious laughter that brings joy to all those around her.

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School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) 75th, Profession

SISTER MARY FREDERICK KELLER Biographical: Sister Mary Frederick was born in Belleville, Ill., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1935 and made her religious profession in 1939. She received a bachelor’s degree in chemistry and master’s degrees in secondary education and physics from St. Louis University in 1941, 1955 and 1964, respectively. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Frederick taught in St. Louis at Rosati-Kain High School, 1941-42; Notre Dame High School, 1960-71 and 1978-83; and the former Notre Dame Learning Center, 1995-2006. In St. Charles, she taught at St. Peter High School, 1943-51. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Frederick taught in secondary schools in Illinois and Missouri. About Sister Mary Frederick: Since 2006, she has served in a ministry of prayer and presence, residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton.

SISTER RITA (PAULINUS) KNITTEL Biographical: Sister Rita (formerly known as Sister Paulinus) was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1936 and made her religious profession in 1939. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from the former LeClerc College in Belleville, Ill., in 1949 and a master’s degree in education from San Diego State University in California in 1967. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Rita taught in St. Louis at Immaculate Heart of Mary School, 1971-72; Notre Dame High School, 1972-92; and the former Notre Dame Learning Center, 1992-2003. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Rita ministered as a teacher and principal in California, Illinois, Missouri, Texas and La Lima Nueva, Honduras. About Sister Rita: Since 2006, she has served in a ministry of prayer and presence, residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton. Editors note: Sister Rita died July 14.


SISTER CLARITA RATHGEB Biographical: Sister Clarita was born in Alton, Ill., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1935 and made her religious profession in 1939. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from Arkansas State University in Conway in 1948 and a master’s degree in education from St. Louis University in 1954. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Clarita ministered as a teacher and school administrator in St. Louis at St. Dominic Savio School, 1959; St. Hedwig School, 1969-70; Our Lady of Sorrows School, 1971; Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, 1971-73; Immaculate Heart of Mary School, 1973; St. Wenceslaus School, 1974-75; and the former Notre Dame Learning Center, 1986-2002. She also served at Holy Angels School in Kinloch, 1949-53; St. Bernadette School in south St. Louis County, 1953-59; All Souls School in Overland, 1976-77; and St. Francis Borgia School in Washington, 1985. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Clarita taught in elementary and secondary schools in Arkansas, Illinois, Louisiana, Missouri and Texas. About Sister Clarita: Since 2002, she has served in a ministry of prayer and presence, residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton.

70th, Profession

SISTER MARGARET (FRANCIS MARY) BERGHOLD Biographical: Sister Margaret (formerly known as Sister Francis Mary) was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1941 and made her religious profession in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from the former LeClerc College in Belleville, Ill., in 1949 and a master’s degree in education from St. Louis University in 1956. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Margaret taught in St. Louis at RosatiKain High School, 1949-50; St. Alphonsus Rock High School, 1952-60; and the former Notre Dame College, 1967-78. She ministered in spiritual direction and retreats, 1978-85; served as secretary and receptionist at Cardinal Ritter Institute, 1985-87, and Our Lady of Life Apartments in St. Louis, 1996-99; and volunteered in adult basic education programs. Sister Margaret also served as a clerical staff member for the former St. Louis provincial council, 1987-95 and 1999-2007.

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Margaret taught at elementary and secondary schools in Illinois and Louisiana. About Sister Margaret: Since 2007, she has provided secretarial and clerical services in various provincial offices at the Sancta Maria in Ripa Campus in St. Louis.

SISTER SUSANNE HORNUNG Biographical: Sister Susanne was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1940 and made her religious profession in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Webster University in 1952, a bachelor’s degree in music education from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1954 and a master’s degree in elementary administration from University of Notre Dame in Indiana in 1969. Service in the Archdiocese: In St. Louis, Sister Susanne ministered as a teacher and staff assistant at St. Aloysius School, 1944-46 and 1988-89; St. Michael School, 1959-61; and Assumption School, 1989-98. She also served as a teacher, religious educator and principal at St. Clare School in St. Clare, 1946-48; St. Charles Borromeo School, 1959, and St. Peter School in St. Charles, 1979-82; St. Bridget School in Pacific, 1961-67; St. Martin de Porres School in Hazelwood, 1976-79; and St. David Parish in Arnold, 1984-88. Sister Susanne volunteered at the Sancta Maria in Ripa Campus in St. Louis for 11 years. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Susanne was a teacher and principal in elementary schools in Alabama, Illinois and Texas. About Sister Susanne: Since 2009, she has served in a ministry of prayer and presence, residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton. Sister Susanne is a gifted musician and plays both the piano and violin.

SISTER RUTH (ANTOINETTE) SADDLER Biographical: Sister Ruth (formerly known as Sister Antoinette) was born in Fort Madison, Iowa, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1941 and made her religious profession in 1944. She received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in elementary education from Webster University in 1952 and DePaul University in Chicago in 1960. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Ruth taught at St. Francis Borgia School in Washington, 1944-45; St. Peter Claver School in Kinloch, 1945-49; and, in

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 St. Louis, at St. Alphonsus Liguori School, 1949-60, and St. Barbara School, 1964-70. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Ruth was a teacher and school administrator in Illinois, Iowa and Sierra Leone in Africa. About Sister Ruth: Since 2006, she has served in a ministry of prayer and presence, residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton. Sister Ruth served as a driver at the Sancta Maria in Ripa Campus in St. Louis for more than 20 years.

SISTER LEONIDA SPEH Biographical: Sister Leonida was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1942 and made her religious profession in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in biology from St. Louis University in 1946 and a master’s degree in secondary administration from the former Immaculate Heart College in Los Angeles in 1958.

St. Louis Review Service in the Archdiocese: In St. Louis, Sister Leonida taught at St. Engelbert School, 1944-45; Notre Dame High School, 1976-2001; and served as administrator at Rosati-Kain High School, 1969-76. She also taught at St. Francis Borgia School in Washington, 1946-50. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Leonida taught in secondary schools in California and Illinois. About Sister Leonida: Having always loved gardening, Sister Leonida continues to enjoy the outdoors as she serves in a ministry of prayer and presence at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton.

SISTER MADELEINE SOPHIE WITT Biographical: Sister Madeleine Sophie was born in Quincy, Ill., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1941 and made her religious profession in 1944. She


www.stlouisreview.com received a bachelor’s degree in biology from the former LeClerc College in Belleville, Ill., in 1949, a master’s degree in theology from the University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind., in 1963 and a master’s degree in spirituality from the University of San Francisco in 1980. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Madeleine Sophie taught in St. Louis at St. John Nepomuk School, 1944-46 and 1947-49; St. Alphonsus Liguori School, 1946; and Notre Dame High School, 1952-60. She also taught at St. Charles Borromeo School in St. Charles, 1946-47, and served in the initial formation of new members at the former St. Louis province, 1955-68. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Madeline Sophie taught in secondary schools in Arkansas, California and Missouri. About Sister Madeleine Sophie: Since 2010, she has served in a ministry of prayer and presence, residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton.

60th, Profession

SISTER MARY ANDRE AUBUCHON Biographical: Sister Mary Andre was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1951 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1956 and a master’s degree in history from University of Notre Dame in Indiana in 1967. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Andre served as teacher in St. Louis at St. Liborius School, 1955-56; Rosati-Kain High School, 1956-57; St. Alphonsus Liguori High School, 196770; and Cardinal Ritter College Preparatory High School, 1981-89. She also taught at Rosary High School in north St. Louis County, 1970-73.

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60 YEARS Janet Marie Abbacchi Mary André Aubuchon Rose Bast Anne Becker Valeria Beuke Marie Cecilia Brenneisen John Marie Budde Mary Butzer Joan Cook

Lucille Dehen Vonnie [Veronica] De Cleene Marguerite De Mott Janet Druffel Dorothy Eggering Donna Fischer Patricia Frost Mary Ancele Gloudeman Jean Hasenberg Sylvia Hecht Jolene Heiden Veronica Horvat Rosemarita Huebner M. Paulissa Jirik Rose Elaine Kessler Kay Kolb Anita Kolles M. Rosaleen Krebs Edna Lanners Mary Edwin Lanners Marie Jo Lazzeri Mildred Loddeke Virginia Meyer Pat Miller Mary Gen Olin Bernice Orscheln

Marie Ambrose Peters Therese Rekowski M. Francis Rose Rivers Paul Therese Saiko Joan Schaefer Jean Schmid Cecile Schueller Rita Schweitzer Dolores Shea M. Ann Vincent Siemer Harriet Stellern M. Fidelis Sudo Rita Clare Swenarski Vincent Marie Teuber Evelyn Ulmen Marie de Lourdes Unterreiner Mary Grace Wada

Doris Welter Luetta Wolf Lucille Zerr Elvira Maria Zozaya

70 YEARS Margaret Berghold Richard Marie Burke Teresa Martin Caronia Mary Regine Collins Beth Haltiner Audrey Herr Mary Jo Hofmeier M. Susanne Hornung Joan Kettler Mary Josephe Misevicz Dorothy Olinger

Clara Ruesch Ruth Saddler Dolores Schmitz M. Leonida Speh Thelma Vetsch Madeleine Sophie Witt

75 YEARS Mary Frederick Keller Rita Knittel Mary Regina Miller Mary De Paul Olszewski Mary Denis O’Reilly M. Clarita Rathgeb Mary Jean Louise Rechner M. Mercita Reinbold Names in BOLD are Sisters who were born in, entered from, served five or more years in or live today in the Archdiocese.

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PAGE 22 | JUBILARIANS Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Andre taught secondary school in Illinois and Iowa. In West Africa, she served as a teacher in Sierra Leone and Ghana, the latter where she also served as district secretary for the Notre Dame Sisters. About Sister Mary Andre: Since 2004, Sister Mary Andre has volunteered at the Sancta Maria in Ripa Campus and Cardinal Ritter College Prep in St. Louis.

SISTER ROSE (EILEEN MARIE) BAST Biographical: Sister Rose (formerly known as Sister Eileen Marie) was born in Cuba, Mo., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in biology from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1960 and a master’s degree and doctorate in zoology from the University of Oklahoma-Norman in 1963 and 1966, respectively. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Rose was a biology instructor at the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis, 1966-77. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Rose taught elementary students in Illinois and Iowa and secondary students in Louisiana. She also served as a professor at Mount Mary University in Milwaukee, 1977-2007. About Sister Rose: Since 2007, she has served as an adjunct faculty member at Avila University in Kansas City.

SISTER MARIE CECILIA BRENNEISEN Biographical: Sister Marie Cecilia was born in Cape Girardeau, Mo., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in music education from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1959 and a master’s degree in music education from Southern Illinois UniversityEdwardsville in 1976. Service in the Archdiocese: Primarily serving as a music teacher, Sister Marie Cecilia taught in St. Louis at St. Liborius School, 1955-56; Sts. Peter and Paul School, 1956-67; St. Aloysius Gonzaga School, 1966-68; and St. Gabriel the Archangel School, 1983-2005. She also taught at Immaculate Conception in West Alton, 1958-66. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Marie Cecilia taught in elemen-

St. Louis Review tary schools in Illinois and Iowa. About Sister Marie Cecilia: Since 2005, she has continued to teach private piano lessons at the Sancta Maria in Ripa Campus in St. Louis.

SISTER VALERIA (ROSE MARTIN) BEUKE Biographical: Sister Valeria (formerly known as Sister Rose Martin) was born in Washington, Mo., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1951 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1963, a master’s degree in English from California State University in Long Beach in 1972, and a master’s degree in theology from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio in 1981. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Valeria was the coordinator of religious education at St. David Parish in Arnold, 1975-77, and a teacher’s aide at the former Notre Dame Preschool in St. Louis, 2012-13. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Valeria was a teacher in elementary and secondary education in California, Illinois, Louisiana and Missouri. She also ministered on the Tohono O’odham Reservation in Arizona and served in migrant health outreach in Missouri. About Sister Valeria: Since 2011, she has volunteered at the Sancta Maria in Ripa Campus in St. Louis, currently serving in the mission advancement department at Maria Center.

SISTER DONNA (ROSE MICHELLE) FISCHER Biographical: Sister Donna (formerly known as Sister Rose Michelle) was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in English from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1965 and Creighton University in Omaha, Neb., in 1976. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Donna taught at Rosary High School in north St. Louis County, 1974-82, and served on the staffs of St. Mary Magdalen Parish in St. Louis, 1986-91, and Sacred Heart Parish in Valley Park, 1991-2007. She ministered as a member of the Archdiocesan Rite of Christian Initiation Team, 1986-2007, and served as vocation director for the former St. Louis province of the School Sisters of Notre Dame, 1982-86.

www.stlouisreview.com Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Donna served as a teacher in Illinois and Missouri. About Sister Donna: She has ministered as an advocate at the Archdiocesan Marriage Tribunal since 1995 and in spiritual direction since 2007.

SISTER MILDRED (MARIE RAYMOND) LODDEKE Biographical: Sister Mildred (formerly known as Sister Marie Raymond) was born in Breese, Ill., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1962 and a master’s degree in religious education from Loyola University in New Orleans in 1976. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mildred served as a teacher at St. Charles Borromeo School in St. Charles, 1956-63, and Our Lady Queen of Peace School in House Springs, 1963-64. She also ministered as a care coordinator for the sisters at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton, 1999-2003, and local leader at the Sancta Maria in Ripa Campus in St. Louis, 2004-12. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mildred ministered in teaching, religious education, parish administration and volunteer service in California, Illinois, Louisiana and Missouri. From 1974-82, she served as a religious education consultant for youth in the Diocese of Belleville. She also served as a research assistant for the “Nun Study” on aging at the University of Kentucky in Lexington. About Sister Mildred: She currently volunteers and resides at the Sancta Maria in Ripa Campus in St. Louis.

SISTER VIRGINIA (EDWIN MARIE) MEYER Biographical: Sister Virginia (formerly known as Sister Edwin Marie) was born in Apple Creek, Mo., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in theology from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1960 and a master’s degree in elementary education from Southeast Missouri State University in Cape Girardeau in 1975. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Virginia served as a teacher and administrator in St. Louis at Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, 1966-68; St. Martin of Tours School, 1983-85; and St. Engelbert School, 1985-86. She also

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 ministered in education at St. Ignatius School in Marthasville, 1966-68; St. Anthony School in Sullivan, 1973-76; and St. Bernadette School in south St. Louis County, 1976-82. At Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Washington, Sister Virginia was a teacher, coordinator of religious education and pastoral care director, 1971-73 and 1986-95. She also volunteered at the former Notre Dame Preschool in St. Louis, 2008-10. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Virginia taught in elementary schools and provided pastoral care in Illinois and Missouri. About Sister Virginia: She serves in a pastoral ministry for the Alexian Brothers and as a hospitality transportation coordinator at the Sancta Maria in Ripa Campus in St. Louis.

SISTER MARIE AMBROSE PETERS Biographical: Sister Marie Ambrose was born in Leopold, Mo., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1951 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1956 and a master’s degree in history from St. Louis University in 1967. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Marie Ambrose was a history teacher at Notre Dame High School, 1956-58, and served as an administrator at Immaculate Heart of Mary School, 1965-71 and 1977-87, and Notre Dame Elementary School, 1987-92. She was a teacher at the former Notre Dame Learning Center, 1993-99 and 2006-09, and building coordinator at Maria Center, 1994-2005. She also served as administrator at Duchesne High School in St. Charles, 1971-77. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Marie Ambrose taught in Illinois and Missouri. About Sister Marie Ambrose: Since 2010, she has served in a ministry of prayer and presence, residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton.

SISTER FRANCIS ROSE RIVERS Biographical: Sister Francis Rose was born in Tulare, Calif., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from the former Immaculate Heart College in Los Angeles in 1966, a master’s degree in English from California State University in Northridge in 1967 and a master’s

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 degree in education from the University of California in Los Angeles in 1984. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Francis Rose served as councilor for the former St. Louis province, 1979-83. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Francis Rose was a teacher, principal and school administrator in California, Illinois and Missouri. Fluent in Spanish, she also provided pastoral care to Hispanic communities in parishes and industrial settings in Missouri. About Sister Francis Rose: Since 2013, she has served in a ministry of prayer and presence, residing at the Sancta Maria in Ripa Campus in St. Louis.

SISTER JEAN (HELEN ROSE) SCHMID Biographical: Sister Jean (formerly known as Sister Helen Rose) was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in English and Latin from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1959 and a master’s degree in theology from Catholic Theological Union in Chicago in 1992. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Jean taught at St. Bernadette School in south St. Louis County, 1954-59. Since 2004, she has served in mission education for the School Sisters of Notre Dame in St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Jean taught elementary through college students in Illinois, Missouri and Japan. While ministering in Japan, she also raised funds for the education of women and children in India. About Sister Jean: She enjoys reading and learning about other cultures and religions. Sister Jean also interprets for Japanese sisters who visit the United States for meetings.

SISTER DOLORES (ROSE MARGARET) SHEA Biographical: Sister Dolores (formerly known as Sister Rose Margaret) was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1951 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1960 and a master’s degree in education from St. Louis University in 1968. Service in the Archdiocese: In St. Louis, Sister Dolores was a teacher, primarily in music, at St. Barbara School, 1964-70, and Notre Dame Learning Center, 2003-09; pastoral associate at St.

St. Louis Review Rose Parish, 1982-90; and caregiver at CSJ Ministries, 1998-99. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Dolores taught elementary school in California, Illinois, Missouri and Texas. About Sister Dolores: Since 2013, she has served in a ministry of prayer and presence, residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton.

SISTER ANN VINCENT SIEMER Biographical: Sister Ann Vincent was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1959, a master’s degree in elementary administration from St. Louis University in 1967 and a master’s degree in theology from St. Mary-of-the-Woods College in Indiana in 1995. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Ann Vincent taught at St. William School in Woodson Terrace, 1958-60, and St. Raphael School in St. Louis, 1960-65. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Ann Vincent taught at the elementary and secondary levels in California, Illinois, Iowa and Missouri. About Sister Ann Vincent: Since 1985, she has served as a director of religious education in Teutopolis, Ill.

SISTER HARRIET (MARIE PATRICK) STELLERN Biographical: Sister Harriet (formerly known as Sister Marie Patrick) was born in Fort Madison, Iowa, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in chemistry from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1962 and University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind., in 1969. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Harriet taught at Sacred Heart School in Valley Park, 1954-57, and served in administration at Rosary High School in north St. Louis County, 1974-84. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Harriet served as a teacher and in school administration in California, Illinois and Louisiana. About Sister Harriet: Since 1989, she has taught and served on the staff of Bishop Conaty-Our Lady of Loretto High School in Los Angeles.


SISTER MARIE de LOURDES UNTERREINER Biographical: Sister Marie de Lourdes was born in Apple Creek, Mo., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1962 and a master’s degree in elementary administration from St. Louis University in 1973. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Marie de Lourdes taught at Immaculate Heart of Mary School in St. Louis, 1971-74. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Marie de Lourdes served in California, Illinois and Texas as a teacher, school administrator, director of religious education and in adult faith formation. About Sister Marie de Lourdes: Since 2011, she has served in a ministry of prayer and presence, residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton.

SISTER LUCILLE (RALPH MARIE) ZERR Biographical: Sister Lucille (formerly known as Sister Ralph Marie) was born in St. Peters, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1956 and a master’s degree in theology from University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind., in 1965. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Lucille taught at St. William School in Woodson Terrace, 1956-63, and Our Lady of Lourdes School in Washington, 1963. In St. Louis, she served at St. Wenceslaus School, 1968-70; Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, 1972; and Notre Dame High School, 1963-64. Sister Lucille also ministered at St. Charles Borromeo Parish in St. Charles as a teacher and director of religious education, 1973-89. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Lucille was a teacher, religious education coordinator and provider of pastoral care in Illinois and Missouri. About Sister Lucille: Since 2013, she has served in a ministry of prayer and presence, residing at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton.

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SISTER MARY (MIRIAM ANDRE) BECKMAN Biographical: Sister Mary (formerly known as Sister Miriam Andre) was born in Burlington, Iowa, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1965 and a master’s degree in spirituality from University of St. Thomas in Houston in 1976. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary was a teacher at Immaculate Conception School in West Alton, 1965-67, and St. Joseph School in Manchester, 1971-72. She served in religious education at St. Joseph Parish in Manchester, 1972-78, and ministered to the disadvantaged at Hosea House in St. Louis, 197989, and Notre Dame Parish in Wellston, 1989-92. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary taught in Illinois and Iowa. About Sister Mary: Since 1992, she has helped supervise the food pantry and thrift store at St. Augustine-Wellston Center.

SISTER PATRICIA (CHABANEL) DALTON Biographical: Sister Patricia (formerly known as Sister Chabanel) was born in East St. Louis, Ill., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in Spanish from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1966 and a master’s degree in elementary education from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville in 1972. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Patricia served as a teacher and principal in St. Louis at St. Raphael School, 196675; St. Aloysius Gonzaga School, 197782; Our Lady of Perpetual Help School, 1984-87; St. Catherine of Alexandria School, 1990-2000; and Holy Innocents School, 2000-02. She also ministered at St. Gertrude School in Krakow, 1975-77; Holy Angels School in Kinloch, 198384; and St. David School in Arnold, 1987-90. Sister Patricia provided pastoral care at St. Alphonsus Liguori Parish in St. Louis, 1982-83. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Patricia served as a principal in Illinois. About Sister Patricia: Since 2008, she has volunteered at Catholic Urban Program in East St. Louis, Ill.

PAGE 24 | JUBILARIANS SISTER CLARA (MARY DOROTHEA) ESKER Biographical: Sister Clara (formerly known as Sister Mary Dorothea) was born in Teutopolis, Ill., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1966 and a master’s degree in social science from Clarke College in Dubuque, Iowa, in 1977. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Clara was a teacher at St. Martin of Tours School in St. Louis, 1969-73, and St. Bridget School in Pacific, 1990-91. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Clara taught in elementary schools in California, Illinois and Iowa. About Sister Clara: Since 1999, she has served as a teacher and director of the learning center at Moreland-Notre Dame School in Watsonville, Calif.

SISTER NANCY (MARY ROMARA) FLAMM Biographical: Sister Nancy (formerly known as Sister Mary Romara) was born in Cobden, Ill., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in American studies from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1966 and a master’s degree in elementary education from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 1974. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Nancy taught at St. Bernadette School in south St. Louis County, 1971-75, and St. Martin of Tours School in St. Louis, 1985-86. She served in vocation/formation ministry for the former St. Louis province of the School Sisters of Notre Dame, 1985-91. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Nancy taught in elementary schools in California, Illinois and Missouri. About Sister Nancy: She serves as coordinator of pastoral care at St. Mary of the Pines, a retirement facility for the School Sisters of Notre Dame in Chatawa, Miss.

SISTER LAURA (JOYCE MAURINE) NORTHCRAFT Biographical: Sister Laura (formerly known as Sister Joyce Maurine) was born in Salinas, Calif., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her reli-

St. Louis Review gious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1966 and a master’s degree in Spanish from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota in Winona in 1975. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Laura taught elementary school and assisted in pastoral ministry at St. Joseph Parish in Imperial, 1982-83, and served as archivist for the former St. Louis province of the School Sisters of Notre Dame, 1984-91. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Laura was a teacher and served in hospital ministry in Illinois, Iowa and Missouri. About Sister Laura: Since 1999, she has provided pastoral care at St. Mary’s Hospital in Streator, Ill.

SISTER LOUISE MARGARET (MARY JAMES) O’CONNOR Biographical: Sister Louise Margaret (formerly known as Sister Mary James) was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor degree in American studies from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1966 and a master’s degree in Montessori education from Xavier University in Cincinnati in 1975. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Louise Margaret taught at St. Michael School in Shrewsbury, 1966-72; Our Lady of Perpetual Help School in St. Louis, 1973-75; St. Bridget School in Pacific, 1990-91; and St. Patrick School in Wentzville, 2000-09. She served in administration for early-childhood education at St. Christopher Parish in Florissant, 1972-73, and the former Notre Dame Preschool in St. Louis, 1974-80. She also ministered as director of adult education at Maria Center in St. Louis, 1980-83. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Louise Margaret was a teacher and school administrator in California, Illinois and Missouri and Sierra Leone in West Africa. About Sister Louise Margaret: Since 2009, she has taught at St. Mary’s School in Frankenstein, Mo.

SISTER MARILYN SCHEIBEL Biographical: Sister Marilyn was born in Belleville, Ill., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in

www.stlouisreview.com American studies from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1966, a master’s degree in elementary education from Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville in 1974 and a master’s degree in guidance counseling from University of Missouri-St. Louis in 1993. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Marilyn taught in St. Louis at St. Gabriel the Archangel School, 1966-69; St. Dominic Savio School, 1974-78; Notre Dame Elementary School, 1978-79; and St. Andrew School, 1986-92. In Brentwood, she served as a teacher at St. Mary Magdalen School, 1992-95, and teaching assistant at Brentwood Middle School, 2007-13. Sister Marilyn also served as a guidance counselor with the Franklin County Special Education Department in St. Clair, 1995-98, and ministered in the Fox School District in Arnold as an education diagnostician, counselor and psychological examiner, 1998-2007. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Marilyn was a principal and teacher in Illinois. About Sister Marilyn: Residing in St. Louis, she enjoys time with family and friends, listening to music and attending special events.

SISTER MARIA CORDIS SCHMITT Biographical: Sister Maria Cordis was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in American studies from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1966. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Maria Cordis taught at St. Bernadette School, 1966-71, St. Andrew School, 1979-92, and the former Notre Dame Learning Center, 2005-08, all in Lemay. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Maria Cordis taught in elementary schools in Illinois and Missouri. About Sister Maria Cordis: Since 2008, she has served in the English tutoring program at Holy Child School in Arnold. In her spare time, she enjoys family and friends, being with children and watching sports.

SISTER MARIE CELINE SCHUMACHER Biographical: Sister Marie Celine was born in Breese, Ill., entered the School Sister of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from the former Notre Dame

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 College in St. Louis in 1966 and a master’s degree in physical science from Portland University in Oregon in 1973. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Marie Celine taught elementary school at St. Dominic Savio in Affton, 196667, and was administrator at St. Francis Borgia High School in Washington, 1979-84. She also served as councilor for the former St. Louis province, 1999-2007. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Marie Celine was a teacher and school administrator in California, Illinois, Iowa and Missouri. About Sister Marie Celine: Since 2007, she has taught science at Notre Dame High School in St. Louis.

SISTER ELISE SILVESTRI Biographical: Sister Elise was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1966, a master’s degree in guidance counseling from University of MissouriColumbia in 1974 and a master’s degree in spirituality from Creighton University in Omaha, Neb., in 1980. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Elise taught at St. Francis Borgia School in Washington, 1966, and St. Francis de Sales School in St. Louis, 1966-71. She taught and served as a guidance counselor at St. Francis Borgia Regional High School in Washington, 1974-78, and Notre Dame High School in St. Louis, 1978-81. She also served as affiliate director for the School Sisters of Notre Dame, 1979-81, and founded and served as director of the Immigrant and Refugee Women’s Program, 1995-2006, in St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Elise was a teacher, guidance counselor and coordinator of religious education in Illinois. She also taught English in Mako, Hungary. About Sister Elise: Since 2012, she has served as a refugee outreach coordinator at Good Counsel Learning Center in Mankato, Minn.

SISTER MARY HELEN (LeCLERC) STOKES Biographical: Sister Mary Helen (formerly known as Sister LeClerc) was born in Jefferson City, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in mathematics from the former


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Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1966 and Webster University in 1975. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Helen taught at Our Lady of Lourdes School in Washington, 1966-68. She taught in St. Louis at St. William School, 1971-72; St. Dominic Savio School, 1972-76; St. Martin of Tours School, 1977-78; St. Elizabeth of Hungary School, 1995-2000; St. Anthony of Padua School, 2000-01; Queen of All Saints School, 2001-03; and St. Joan of Arc School, 2003-06. She provided pastoral care at Cardinal Ritter Senior Services and Cardinal Glennon Children’s Medical Center, 1978-79; All Souls Parish in Overland, 1979-86; and St. Patrick Center in St. Louis, 1990-93. Her ministry in St. Louis also included serving in administration at St. Wenceslaus Parish, 1988-90, and coordinating religious education at St. Gerard Majella Parish, 1993-96. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Helen taught elementary school in Illinois and provided pastoral care in Missouri. About Sister Mary Helen: Since 2011, she has served in pastoral care at Villa Marie Senior Care Center in Jefferson City.

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Biographical: Sister Dannel (formerly known as Sister Suzanne) was born in St. Louis, entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1973. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Dannel taught at St. Raphael School in St. Louis, 1970-72, and Immaculate Conception School in Dardenne, 1977-85. She also ministered at Villa Gesu, the former retirement center for the School Sisters of Notre Dame in St. Louis, 1985-94. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Dannel taught in elementary schools in Illinois, North Dakota and South Dakota. About Sister Dannel: From 1994-2010, she ministered to the Lakota people on the Standing Rock Reservation/St. Bernard Indian Mission in Fort Yates, N.D. Since 2010, she has served on the Pine Ridge Reservation and at Red Cloud High School in Pine Ridge, S.D.

Biographical: Sister Juanita was born in Evansville, Ind., entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1962 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in music theory from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1965 and a master’s degree in mathematics education from Clarke College in Dubuque, Iowa, in 1977. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Juanita taught at All Souls School in Overland, 1965-66; Our Lady Queen of Peace School in House Springs, 1971-75; St. Anthony School in Sullivan, 1975-76; and St. Gabriel the Archangel School in St. Louis, 1976-85. She also served on the staff of Notre Dame High School in St. Louis, 2000-07. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Juanita ministered as a teacher and in school administration in Illinois and Missouri. About Sister Juanita: Since 2008, she has assisted with the sisters’ transportation needs at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton

SISTER RAQUÉL ORTEZ Biographical: Born in San Pedro Sula, Cortes, Honduras, Sister Raquél entered the School Sisters of Notre Dame in 1986 and made her religious profession in 1989. She received a bachelor’s degree in social work from St. Louis University in 2000. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Raquél worked as a social worker for Catholic Community Services in St. Louis, 2000-05, and as a pastoral administrator at St. Charles Borromeo Parish in St. Charles, 2005-12. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Raquél taught in secondary schools in Honduras. About Sister Raquél: She serves on the North American vocation/affiliate team of the School Sisters of Notre Dame, with her primary office at Sancta Maria in Ripa Campus in St. Louis.

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Eileen was director of religious education at DePorres Consolidated School in St. Louis, 1986-89. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Eileen taught elementary school in Sioux City, Iowa, and Round Lake, Ill. She served as director of religious education in Round Lake and Holy Trinity, Ala. She served in parish ministry in Milan, Ill., and pastoral and Hispanic ministry in Kankakee, Ill. In the BVM congregation, she ministered as formation director and provincial. About Sister Eileen: She is a volunteer English as a Second Language tutor and lives in Oak Park, Ill.

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SISTER CAROL FRANCES JEGEN Biographical: Sister Carol Frances was born in Chicago and entered the Sisters of Charity, BVM, in 1944. She professed final vows in 1952. She received a master’s degree in theology and a doctorate in religious studies from Marquette University in Milwaukee. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Carol Frances taught fifth and sixth grades at St. Francis Xavier Elementary School in St. Louis from 1947-51. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Carol Frances taught elementary and secondary school in Mason City, Iowa, and in Milwaukee. She taught for many years at Mundelein College and Loyola University, both in Chicago. About Sister Carol Frances: She is retired and lives in Marian Hall at Mount Carmel in Dubuque, Iowa.

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SISTER EILEEN (ROBERTRESE) POWELL Biographical: Sister Eileen (formerly known as Sister Robertrese) was born in Hempstead, N.Y., and entered the Sisters of Charity, BVM, in 1954. She professed final vows in 1962. She received a master’s degree in education from Boston College in Chestnut Hill, Mass. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister

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SISTER REGINA M. QUALLS Biographical: Sister Regina was born in St. Louis and graduated from Xavier High School in St. Louis. She entered the Sisters of Charity, BVM in 1964 and professed final vows in 1972. She received a master’s degree in Spanish literature from Iberoamerica University in Mexico City, Mexico. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Regina taught Spanish at Xavier and Nerinx High Schools in St. Louis, 1970-75. She was a faculty member at Xavier when the school closed. “It was a privilege to be there and to work with faculty, students and parents during that final year,” she said. “There was such a beautiful spirit. … We helped each other through a difficult time, and it was grace-filled.” Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Regina taught Spanish in secondary schools in Chicago and Mundelein, Ill., and at Clarke University in Dubuque, Iowa, where she also served as assistant registrar and registrar. She served for many years as a BVM congregational employee and is currently secretary of the congregation.

PAGE 26 | JUBILARIANS About Sister Regina: She was in the first group to enter the congregation at Guadalupe College in Los Gatos, Calif. “The beauty of the setting and all who touched my life there will always be a part of me,” she said. “I have loved every place and ministry. It is hard to choose because I had wonderful students and co-workers in every ministry. I have been enriched and blessed.”

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SISTER JUANITA ALBRACHT Biographical: A native of Castro County, Texas, Sister Juanita entered the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1951, made her first profession in 1954 and professed final vows in 1959. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Santa Rosa School of Nursing in San Antonio and a master’s degree in health administration from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Juanita ministered as a nurse at Incarnate Word Hospital and infirmarian at Incarnate Word Convent in St. Louis. She served as provincial superior of the St. Louis province, provincial consultor for the provincialate’s health services and community living program, and councilor on the congregation’s general council. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Juanita ministered as a congregational advancement officer and director at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health Watch in San Antonio. About Sister Juanita: For the past 17 years, Sister Juanita has ministered in the Peruvian mission in Chimbote as director of Posta Medica and Santiago Apostol Hospice.

SISTER REGINA BRANDT Biographical: Born in Linn, Mo., Sister Regina entered the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1951, made her first profession in 1954 and professed final vows in 1959. She received a bachelor’s degree in surgical nursing and a master’s degree in cardiovascular nursing from Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C.

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SISTER KATHLEEN CONWAY Biographical: A native of County Mayo, Ireland, Sister Kathleen entered the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1951, made her first profession in 1954 and professed final vows in 1959. She received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Kathleen held teaching positions at Blessed Sacrament School in St. Louis and St. Sebastian School in north St. Louis County. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Kathleen served as an educator in Illinois, Missouri and Texas. About Sister Kathleen: Upon retirement, she has continued to serve the needs of her community at Incarnate Word Retirement Center in San Antonio.

SISTER JOSETTA EVELER Biographical: Born in Jefferson City, Mo., Sister Josetta entered the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1951, made her first profession in 1954 and professed final vows in 1959. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from the former Marillac College and master’s degrees in elementary education and religious studies from University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio. Service in the Archdiocese: Her teaching assignments included St. Dismas School in Florissant, St. Joachim School in Old Mines, St. James School in Potosi, Blessed Sacrament School in St. Louis and Incarnate Word Academy in Normandy. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Josetta held teaching positions in Illinois, Missouri and Texas.

www.stlouisreview.com About Sister Josetta: She serves as assistant teaching librarian at Immaculate Conception School in Jefferson City.

SISTER ROSE MARY FORCK Biographical: Born in Jefferson City, Mo., Sister Rose Mary entered the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1951, made her first profession in 1954 and professed final vows in 1959. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from Fontbonne University and a master’s degree in theological studies from Oblate School of Theology in San Antonio. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Rose Mary taught at St. Patrick School in St. Louis and St. Dismas School in Florissant where she also ministered as principal. She served two terms on the provincial administration team. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Rose Mary was a teacher and principal in Illinois and Texas. She served as novice director of the Madeleine Formation Center and associate director of the Ministry to Ministers program at Oblate School of Theology, both in San Antonio. About Sister Rose Mary: Upon retirement, she continues to minister in formation programs and services, spiritual direction and retreat work.

SISTER JOAN HOLDEN Biographical: A native of Chicago, Sister Joan entered the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1951, made her first profession in 1953 and professed final vows in 1959. She received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the former Marillac College and a master’s degree in theology/health care ministry from Aquinas Institute of Theology in Dubuque, Iowa. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Joan was a teacher at Blessed Sacrament School in St. Louis and a parish associate/vocation director at Incarnate Word Parish in Chesterfield. She provided pastoral care at Incarnate Word Hospital in St. Louis and St. Mary’s Health Center in Richmond Heights. Service outside the Archdiocese: In addition to teaching in Missouri, Sister Joan spent many years of her ministry in Texas, where she taught, cared for children in homes for boys and girls and provided pastoral care at two hospitals. About Sister Joan: Upon retirement, her ministry has included making pastoral visitations to those in need.

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 SISTER ANNETTE MARIE PEZOLD Biographical: Born in St. Charles, Sister Annette Marie entered the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1951, made her first profession in 1954 and professed final vows in 1959. She received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Marillac College in Cicero, Ill. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Annette Marie devoted her ministry to education, social service and pastoral care. She taught elementary school at Blessed Sacrament School in St. Louis and St. James School in Potosi before providing pastoral care at Mary Queen of Peace Parish in Webster Groves and St. Anslem Parish in west St. Louis County. She also ministered in social work for the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Annette Marie was a teacher and principal in Illinois, Missouri and Texas. She also ministered in social work and pastoral care at a retirement center and two hospitals in Texas. About Sister Annette Marie: Now residing in St. Charles, Sister Annette Marie enjoys volunteering.

SISTER MAUREEN WILSON Biographical: Born in Athone, County Westmeath, Ireland, Sister Maureen entered the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1951, made her first profession in 1954 and professed final vows in 1959. She received bachelor’s and master’s degree in education from University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio and Loyola University in New Orleans, respectively. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Maureen provided pastoral care in St. Louis at Incarnate Word Hospital and at a hospitality house for families of hospitalized patients. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Maureen was a teacher, principal and high school counselor in Louisiana and Texas. She also served as vocation director for the Incarnate Word province in San Antonio. About Sister Maureen: Upon retirement, her ministry has included assisting the sisters at Incarnate Word Retirement Center and serving the Northwood Community/ San Antonio AIDS Foundation.

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SISTER MARY CATHERINE GREHAN Biographical: Born in County Galway, Ireland, Sister Mary Catherine entered the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1961, made her first profession in 1964 and professed final vows in 1969. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Catherine taught at St. Sebastian School in north St. Louis County, 196871, and St. Dismas School in Florissant, 1971-73. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Catherine ministered as a teacher and school treasurer in Missouri and Texas. About Sister Mary Catherine: Since 1994, her ministry has included serving as a volunteer in various capacities at Village at Incarnate Word in San Antonio.

St. Louis Review of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio and a master’s degree in human ecology from Michigan State University in East Lansing. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Margaret taught at St. Joachim School in Old Mines and Incarnate Word Academy in Normandy and was vocations director in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Margaret taught in Texas and served in campus ministry at the University of El Paso and University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio. In Jefferson City, Mo., she co-founded El Puente Ministry which provides pastoral, educational, training and support services to the Hispanic community. About Sister Margaret: She serves in mission integration at Incarnate Word High School in San Antonio and is a recently-installed councilor on the congregation’s general leadership team.

Sisters of Christian Charity (SCC) 70th, Investment in the Holy Habit

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SISTER PAULINE SCHAFER

Biographical: A native of St. Louis, Sister Mary Ellen entered the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1961, made her first profession in 1964 and professed final vows in 1969. She received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biology from University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, a master’s degree in education from University of Dayton in Ohio and a master’s degree in ministry from Seattle University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Ellen was a teacher at Incarnate Word Academy in Normandy, 1967-80. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Ellen served as a parish administrator, provided pastoral care in parishes and ministered to women and children in an emergency shelter in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Tennessee and Texas. About Sister Mary Ellen: She serves as a medical assistance advocate at Catholic Charities in Quincy, Ill.

Biographical: Sister Pauline was born in Westphalia, Mich., entered the Sisters of Christian Charity in 1941 and was invested in the holy habit as a novice in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from DePaul University in Chicago. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Pauline was a special education teacher and tutor at St. Vincent Home for Children in Normandy, 1987-97. She also served her congregation as local leader. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Pauline taught in elementary schools in Illinois, Michigan and Minnesota. About Sister Pauline: Since 1992, she has served as director of the Companions of Pauline, a program for lay associates of the Sisters of Christian Charity. Sister Pauline also serves as local treasurer for the sisters at Josephinum Convent in Chicago.

SISTER MARGARET SNYDER Biographical: A native of Little Rock, Ark., Sister Margaret entered the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in 1961, made her first profession in 1964 and professed final vows in 1969. She received a bachelor’s degree in home economics from the University

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SISTER JANICE BOYER Biographical: A native of St. Louis, Sister Janice entered the Sisters of Christian Charity in 1959 and was invested in the holy habit as a novice in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in American studies from the former

www.stlouisreview.com Marillac College and a master’s degree in education from Xavier University of Louisiana in New Orleans Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Janice taught first grade at Resurrection of Our Lord School, 1968-72, and was a special education instructor and administrator at St. Vincent Home for Children in Normandy, 1975-95. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Janice taught at an elementary school in Louisiana and served her congregation as formation director, member of the vocation-formation team and provincial councilor in Wilmette, Ill. About Sister Janice: Currently serving as major superior of the Sisters of Christian Charity-U.S. Western Region in Wilmette, Sister Janice enjoys listening to contemporary Christian music, reading biographies and being an avid basketball, baseball and football fan.

Sisters of Divine Providence (CDP) 70th, Entrance

SISTER DOROTHY KIEL Biographical: Sister Dorothy entered the Sisters of Divine Providence in 1944. A native of Brussels, Ill., she earned a master’s degree in math in 1964 from St. Louis University, and a master’s degree in education in 1975 from the University of Dayton in Ohio. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Dorothy spent most of her active ministry as an educator. Her teaching ministry includes teaching math at Mount Providence Boys School in Normandy from 1971-86, and serving there as principal, 1979-86. She also taught and served as principal at St. John Lateran School in Imperial from 1965-71, Ascension School in Normandy, 1952-57 and 1963-65, and North American Martyrs School in Florissant, 1961-63. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Dorothy taught in Tipton, Mo., and Brussels, Westchester and Madison, Ill.. About Sister Dorothy: Sister Dorothy served as provincial council member for the community, 1975-80, and was director of education for the Sisters of Divine Providence, 1975-84. She is now in prayer ministry at St. Clare’s Villa in Alton, Ill.

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SISTER GABRIELLA ROGENSKI Biographical: Sister Gabriella, a native of Granite City, Ill., entered

JUBILARIANS | PAGE 27 religious life in 1954. She earned a bachelor’s degree in history from Marillac College in St. Louis and a bachelor’s degree in sculpture from Fontbonne University in St. Louis. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Gabriella taught at St. John Lateran School in Imperial, 1957-60 and 1967-69; Ascension School in Normandy, 1965-67; North American Martyrs School in Florissant, 1969-71; and St. Christopher School in Black Jack, 1972–75. She served as director at Mount Providence, the community’s motherhouse, from 1986-89. From 1989-2000, she served on the Archdiocesan Commission on Sacred Art and Architecture. Service outside the archdiocese: Sister Gabriella taught in Meppen and Venice, Ill. She was a designer for Artes del Valle, a Mexican-American art center based at a parish in the Diocese of Pueblo, Colo., from 1975-84. About Sister Gabriella: Sister Gabriella was a floral designer at Dierbergs in St. Louis from 1996-2005. Sister Gabriella continues her lifelong study of art. She lives at Providence House in Florissant, where she welcomes and hosts visitors from other parts of the province.

Sisters of the Good Shepherd (Apostolic) (RGS) 60th, First Profession

SISTER VIRGINIA HINKS Biographical: Sister Virginia was born in Detroit, entered the Sisters of the Good Shepherd in 1952 and made her first profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in humanities from Marylhurst University in Oregon in 1977 and a master’s degree in theology from Mount Angel Abbey Seminary in St. Benedict, Ore., in 1978. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Virginia retired in 2005 and lives at the Sarah Community in Bridgeton. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Virginia’s vocation took her to Minnesota, Nebraska, Oregon and Washington where she has ministered to young people in group homes, directed fundraising/development efforts and served on the marriage tribunal of the Archdiocese of Seattle. She also served in parish ministry, coordinated liturgy and provided spiritual direction. About Sister Virginia: An accomplished seamstress, Sister Virginia has

PAGE 28 | JUBILARIANS made all of her own clothes since she was in high school. She also enjoys counted-cross-stitch embroidery, reading and country music and is fond of birds and fish aquariums.

SISTER DOROTHY RENCKENS Biographical: Sister Dorothy was born in Minneapolis, entered the Sisters of the Good Shepherd in 1951 and made her first profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in sociology from St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minn., in 1959 and a master’s degree in social work from St. Louis University in 1962. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Dorothy lived in St. Louis while studying at St. Louis University. She returned in 2012 to assist at Maria Droste Residence for women in recovery. Now semi-retired, she resides at Immaculate Heart Convent in Normandy and assists with lobbying efforts through action alerts at the National Advocacy Center. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Dorothy ministered as a social worker in Colorado, Illinois, Hawaii and Minnesota. In Chicago, she served as director of the House of the Good Shepherd, a center for women and children affected by domestic violence. Sister Dorothy also served her congregation as provincial, novice directress, program director and local superior. About Sister Dorothy: Her favorite pastimes include reading, walking and listening to classical and religious music.


SISTER PAULINE BILBROUGH Biographical: Sister Pauline was born in Philadelphia, entered the Sisters of the Good Shepherd in 1961 and made her first profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in sociology from the former Dunbarton College of the Holy Cross in Washington, D.C., in 1970 and a master’s degree in health care administration from Mercer University in Macon, Ga., in 1995. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Pauline is local leader of Immaculate Heart Convent in Normandy. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Pauline touched the lives of many troubled children and adolescents in her ministry as a group leader and program director in residential/diagnostic programs and treatment centers in Pennsylvania and Washington, D.C. She ministered to the elderly as an administrator at a diocesan elder care facility in Georgia and the congregation’s retirement com-

St. Louis Review munity in Maryland. Sister Pauline also served as provincial administrator of the Washington province. About Sister Pauline: Music, reading, crocheting and gardening are among Sister Pauline’s interests. She also enjoys vacationing at the ocean.

SISTER JOAN SPIERING Biographical: Sister Joan was born in Hillsboro, Ore., entered the Sisters of the Good Shepherd in 1961 and made her first profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in psychology from Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash., in 1967; a master’s degree in religious education from Seattle University in 1980; and a master’s degree in divinity from the Catholic Theological Union in Chicago in 1991. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Joan served as novice directress in St. Louis, 1971-72. She resides at the province center in Normandy. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Joan ministered as a house parent in a teen pregnancy program in Iowa and a residential staff worker and house parent in Minnesota. In Washington, she served as a teacher, in parish ministry and in outreach programs assisting the poor and elderly. She also served her congregation as provincial and novice directress. About Sister Joan: In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, making greeting cards, reading and visiting with friends.

Sisters of the Good Shepherd (Contemplative) (CGS) 50th, First Profession

SISTER MARIA MAGDALENA OLIVA Biographical: Born in Naga City, Philippines, Sister Maria Magdalena entered the Contemplative Sisters of the Good Shepherd in 1962 and made her first profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Albay Normal School, Legaspi City, Philippines, in 1952. Service in the Archdiocese: Residing at the Convent of the Good Shepherd in Florissant for more than a year, Sister Maria Magdalena lives the contemplative life and serves as a sacristan for the community. She enjoys working in the alter bread department.

www.stlouisreview.com Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Maria Magdalena lived and worked as a missionary in Austria for 13 years. About Sister Maria Magdalena: In her spare time, she enjoys reading spiritual books and making rosaries. Her vow of zeal commits her to pray for the salvation of souls, the works of the Good Shepherd Sisters and for priests.

Sisters of Loretto at the Foot of the Cross (SL) 80th, Reception

SISTER CHARLOTTE MARIE SCHWARTZ Biographical: Sister Charlotte Marie (baptized Mary Melinda Schwartz) was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of Loretto at the Foot of the Cross and began her canonical year in 1934. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Webster University in 1933 and a master’s degree in library science from Indiana University in Bloomington in 1969. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Charlotte Marie taught English at DeAndreis High School in St. Louis, 1964-65, and Nerinx Hall High School in Webster Groves, 1965-68. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Charlotte Marie was a teacher and school librarian in Alabama, Illinois, Kentucky and Missouri. She ministered as a work development counselor in Colorado and served on the staff of the pastoral center of the Archdiocese of Denver. For many years, Sister Charlotte Marie was a driver for her community in Texas. Since 2009, she has resided at Loretto Motherhouse Infirmary in Nerinx, Ky., where she carries out a ministry of prayer. About Sister Charlotte Marie: At 103 years old, she is the eldest member of the Loretto Community. Two years ago, she served as grand marshal of the first Christmas parade in the Kentucky town of Loretto. When asked about her experience riding aboard Loretto’s flatbed float, she said, “It was cold, but if asked, I’d like to do it again next year.”

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SISTER MARY GENEVIEVE CAVANAUGH Biographical: Sister Mary Genevieve (baptized Jeanne Cavanaugh) was born in Kansas City, Mo., entered the Sisters of Loretto at the Foot of the Cross in 1938 and began

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 her canonical year in 1939. She earned a bachelor’s degree in music theory from Webster University in 1952 and a master’s degree in music theory from DePaul University in Chicago in 1965. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Genevieve taught at St. Ann School in Normandy, 1941-47. Service outside the Archdiocese: For 43 years, Sister Mary Genevieve taught music, literature, English and religion at elementary and secondary schools in California, Colorado and Texas and at Loretto Heights College in Denver. She managed an apartment complex for seniors and established a ministry for the elderly in Wyoming before moving, in 2010, to the Loretto Motherhouse Infirmary in Nerinx, Ky., where she carries out a ministry of prayer and service. About Sister Mary Genevieve: She is an advocate for energy conservation and environmental issues, a ministry that was partially prompted by the personal experiences of her farming family. Known for her great sense of humor, Sister Mary Genevieve always likes a good joke and a good story.

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SISTER ROSEMARY (MARY ALVERA) GRAWER Biographical: A native of St. Louis, Sister Rosemary (formerly known as Sister Mary Alvera) entered the Sisters of Loretto at the Foot of the Cross and began her canonical year in 1944. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Loretto Heights College in Denver in 1962 and a master’s degree in education from Loyola University in Los Angeles in 1968. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Rosemary ministered as a teacher at St. Stephen Protomartyr School in St. Louis, 1982-83, and principal at St. Ferdinand School in Florissant, 1983-2000. After retiring from teaching, she did volunteer work and was coordinator at Loretto Center in Webster Groves, 2000-08. Sister Rosemary now resides at Loretto Center where she carries out a ministry of prayer and continues her volunteer service to the Loretto Community. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Rosemary served as a teacher in Colorado and Illinois. In Wyoming, she ministered as a school principal and served as superior at a Loretto convent. About Sister Rosemary: Recognized for her decorating talent, Sister Rosemary excels in creating beautiful table settings to celebrate feast days and complement the seasons. She also initiated efforts to refurbish many of the Loretto Center’s common living areas.

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 SISTER M. CONCETTA TORRILLO Biographical: A native of Granite City, Ill., Sister M. Concetta (baptized Maria Magdalena Addolorato Torrillo) entered the Sisters of Loretto at the Foot of the Cross and began her canonical year in 1944. She earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Loretto Heights College in Denver in 1964. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Concetta taught at Immaculate Conception School in Maplewood, 1946-48; Lafayette Preschool in St. Louis, 1970-71; St. Ferdinand School in Florissant, 1971-80; and the Loretto Center for Learning in Webster Groves where she also was a private tutor, 1980-91. From 1991-2013, she carried out a ministry of service at the Loretto Center community. Service outside the Archdiocese: For 20 years, Sister Concetta taught at schools in Illinois, New Mexico and Texas. She also served at the Loretto Motherhouse Infirmary in Nerinx, Ky., where she now resides and carries out a ministry of prayer and of volunteer service to her community. About Sister Concetta: An avid bingo player, Sister Concetta organized weekly games for the residents of Loretto Center and was a regular at the Tuesday night Elks Club bingo in south St. Louis County. She donated her occasional winnings to the Loretto Hunger Fund which benefits food pantries in the U.S. and Haiti. The Loretto Sisters’ retirement fund also received a substantial contribution when Sister Concetta won more than $50,000 on the lottery. A passionate St. Louis Cardinals fan, her great sorrow is the limited access to broadcast games she has in Kentucky.

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SISTER AGNES ANN SCHUM Biographical: Sister Agnes Ann (baptized Peggy Schum) was born in Champaign, Ill., entered the Sisters of Loretto at the Foot of the Cross in 1953 and began her canonical year in 1954. She earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Webster University in 1958 and a master’s degree in geography from St. Louis University in 1971. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Agnes Ann taught at Good Shepherd School in Hillsboro, 1961-63, St. Catherine of Siena School in Pagedale, 196365 and Visitation-Holy Ghost School in St. Louis, 1965-67. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Agnes Ann was a teacher and

St. Louis Review principal in Colorado, Illinois and Kentucky and an instructor in Enneagram, a professional development program. She served in East Africa as part of Loretto’s Third World Experience program. In Denver, she served as a Loretto consultant for Central American and other concerns/legislation, a staff aide for a U.S. congresswoman and field operations assistant for the U.S. Census Bureau. In Kentucky, she ministered as interim executive director of a domestic violence shelter and executive director of Project AIMM (Archdiocesan Intercongregational Ministry Model) in the Archdiocese of Louisville. More recently, she helped create the pastoral team at Loretto Motherhouse Infirmary where she continues to serve part-time while residing in nearby Lebanon. About Sister Agnes Ann: For five years, she represented the Sisters of Loretto on an inter-congregational, multicultural committee which addressed racism and explored multiculturalism. Sister Agnes Ann notes, “Rather than give in to the fear of the unknown, which is where racism is, people need to develop right relationships and seek the gifts of all races and cultures.”

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SISTER SUSAN CAROL McDONALD Biographical: Sister Susan Carol was born in Pueblo, Colo., entered the Sisters of Loretto at the Foot of the Cross in 1963 and began her canonical year in 1964. She earned a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Loretto Heights College in Denver in 1970. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Susan Carol resides in St. Louis and, since 1998, has served in the Vietnamese Adoptee Service, a ministry she established. The service provides Vietnamese adoptees with information on their early years and helps establish connections among those who were in the same orphanages. Using her accumulated research, Sister Susan Carol has guided adoptees, now adults, back to Vietnam to visit the orphanages and sites of their youth. Service outside the Archdiocese: During the Vietnam War era, Sister Susan Carol served as a nurse in a Saigon nursery where she helped to care for hundreds of Vietnamese orphans, many of whom were eventually placed in families throughout the United States and other countries. She ministered as a nurse in Bangladesh with the sisters of Blessed Teresa of Calcutta and worked with Cambodian refugees as the first team leader from the USA/International Red Cross. Sister Susan Carol was a

www.stlouisreview.com nurse in Nicaragua and provided nursing care and assistance to Guatemalan earthquake survivors and street boys in Haiti. She also served as a nurse and administrator at the Loretto Motherhouse Infirmary in Nerinx, Ky. About Sister Susan Carol: A gentle, compassionate person, Sister Susan Carol can make anything grow. Her home is a veritable garden inside and out.

Sisters of Mercy of the Americas – South Central Community (RSM) 70th, Entrance

SISTER MARY ROBERT EDWARDS Biographical: Sister Mary Robert, a native of St. Louis, entered the Sisters of Mercy in 1944 and professed perpetual vows in 1950. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing education from St. Mary’s College in Xavier, Kan., in 1951 and a master’s degree in nursing from Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., in 1957. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Robert has devoted much of her ministry to serving at St. John’s Hospital/Mercy Hospital in St. Louis. She has ministered as a nurse and nursing supervisor, 1949-50; nursing school director and instructor, 1951-68; instructor in the department of education, 1972-73; surgical unit supervisor, 1974-76; provider of pastoral care, 1979-92; and patient, family and staff facilitator in the emergency department, 1992 to the present. Sister Mary Robert served as administrator at Mercita Hall, a home for girls in University City, 1970-72, and was the first director of the Mercy department of nursing and allied health programs at Maryville University, 1970-72. She has also served her community as director of formation, 1968-72, and development director for the provincial council, 1976-79. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Robert ministered as director of Mercy School of Nursing, in Fort Scott, Kan. About Sister Mary Robert: She considers her sabbatical year at the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley, Calif., to be one of the highlights of her life. Sister Mary Robert is an avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals, describes herself as a “political junkie” and says she is never bored at this time in her life.

JUBILARIANS | PAGE 29 SISTER MARY RALPH HECKEMEYER Biographical: Sister Mary Ralph was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of Mercy in 1944 and professed perpetual vows in 1950. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing education from Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., in 1952 and a master’s degree in social work from Barry School of Social Work in Miami in 1968. Service in the Archdiocese: At St. John’s Hospital/Mercy Hospital in St. Louis, Sister Mary Ralph served as a floor supervisor in the late 1940s and 1950s; ministered in administration in the mid 1960s; and served as vice president, treasurer, director of social services, social worker and volunteer from 1968-2006. She now engages in a ministry of prayer at Catherine’s Residence in Kirkwood. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Ralph ministered as a counselor and supervisor at a Missouri hospital. About Sister Mary Ralph: With great concern for the economically disadvantaged, Sister Mary Ralph helped establish many ministries including Corporate Action for Care of the Elderly, the natural family planning program and employee crisis fund at Mercy Hospital, and Meacham Park Clinic in Kirkwood. She has a great sense of humor and enjoys community life, maintaining close relationships with family and friends and keeping abreast of current affairs.

SISTER MARY MARTHALENE JOINES Biographical: Sister Mary Marthalene was born in Canyon City, Colo., entered the Sisters of Mercy in 1944 and professed perpetual vows in 1950. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Mary’s College in Xavier, Kan., in 1951 and a master’s degree in nursing from Boston University in 1964. Service in the Archdiocese: At St. John’s Mercy Hospital/Mercy Hospital St. Louis, she served as a nurse, 1949-50; night supervisor, 1951-53 and 1958-60; obstetrical supervisor 1958-62; nursing school instructor, 1957-58; orthopedic and rehabilitation nursing supervisor, 1964-72; and director of nursing services, 1972-74. She was director and a nursing supervisor at the Meacham Park Clinic in Kirkwood, 1966-72; an administrative assistant at Mercy Hospital in Washington, 1976-1985; and an administrator at Mercy Center, 1986-88. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Marthalene ministered as an

PAGE 30 | JUBILARIANS assistant director at a nursing school in Illinois and a hospital in Mississippi. About Sister Mary Marthalene: Following her retirement in 2002, Sister Mary Marthalene has engaged in a ministry of prayer at Catherine’s Residence in Kirkwood. She enjoys life, her many friends, communal living and playing cards.

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SISTER MARY CORLITA BONNARENS Biographical: Sister Mary Corlita was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of Mercy in 1954 and professed perpetual vows in 1960. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from Fontbonne University, a master’s degree in art from University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind., and a master’s degree in spirituality from Mundelein College in Chicago. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Corlita was a teacher at Mercy High School in University City, 1959-69. She served her community as a member of the province renewal team, 1974-75, and member of the provincial council, 1975-77. Since 1981, she has ministered as director of creative spirituality at Mercy Center in west St. Louis county. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Corlita taught at high schools in Arkansas and Mississippi. About Sister Mary Corlita: Known for her artistic talents, she feels blessed to give expression to “soul images” in clay and painting and invites others to share their creative talents. Sister Mary Corlita belongs to the Intercommunity Ecological Council of Women Religious in the St. Louis area which plans retreats, workshops and projects relating to the care of the Earth.

SISTER MARY MICHAELANNE ESTOUP Biographical: Sister Mary Michaelanne was born in New Orleans, entered the Sisters of Mercy in 1954 and professed perpetual vows in 1960. She received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in elementary education from Webster University in 1959 and University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio in 1977. Service in the Archdiocese: Since 1993, Sister Mary Michaelanne has provided pastoral care at Mercy Hospital in Washington. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Michaelanne was a teacher for 32 years, serving in New Orleans and

St. Louis Review Louisiana’s Cajun country and teaching Native American students in Oklahoma. About Sister Mary Michaelanne: Her interests include fishing, reading, playing computer games, visiting, playing water volleyball and vacationing near the water. She is an avid fan of the St. Louis Cardinals and the New Orleans Saints.

SISTER MARILYN (MARY FATIMA) GOTTEMOELLER Biographical: Sister Marilyn (formerly Sister Mary Fatima) was born in Cleveland, entered the Sisters of Mercy in 1954 and professed perpetual vows in 1960. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from the former Our Lady of Cincinnati College in 1959, a master’s degree in Latin from Marquette University in Milwaukee in 1967 and a master’s degree in religious education from University of Detroit in 1970. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Marilyn has served as coordinator of mission formation for the sponsored ministries of the Sisters of Mercy-South Central Community since 2013. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Marilyn spent 60 years of religious life ministering in education and providing pastoral care in Ohio. She served in leadership for the Sisters of Mercy-Regional Community of Cincinnati. About Sister Marilyn: A member of the Mercy novitiate community, Sister Marilyn has been active in the Mercy lay associate movement in the United States and Canada. She enjoys literary fiction, travel, theatre and spending time with friends and family.

SISTER MARY ROCH ROCKLAGE Biographical: Sister Mary Roch, a native of St. Louis, entered the Sisters of Mercy in 1954 and professed perpetual vows in 1960. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Xavier University in Chicago in 1961 and a master’s degree in hospital administration from St. Louis University in 1963. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Roch was a surgical nursing supervisor at St. John’s Hospital in 1961 and an administrator at St. John’s Mercy Medical Center (now Mercy Hospital), 1963-79. She has devoted many years of her ministry to Sisters of Mercy Health System (now Mercy) serving as chief executive officer, 1986-99; chair of the board of directors 1999-2003; and health ministry liaison, 2008 to the present. She has served her community as provincial administrator, 1979-85; coordinator of

www.stlouisreview.com the province’s health services, 1985-86; health ministry liaison, 1999-2003; and, since 2001, community life coordinator at Catherine’s Residence in Kirkwood. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Roch was a nursing supervisor in Missouri and a consultant on health care to the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops. About Sister Mary Roch: She feels blessed to have grown up in a large family and to have been called to be a Sister of Mercy. Sister Mary Roch is a recipient of the Catholic Health Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award. She enjoys spending time outdoors (especially at the Missouri Botanical Garden), listening to audiobooks and music and crocheting.

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SISTER BETTY ANN ELMER Biographical: Sister Betty Ann was born in Walnut, Kan., entered the Sisters of Mercy in 1964 and professed perpetual vows in 1972. She received a bachelor’s degree in biology from Maryville University in 1970 and a master’s degree in educational administration from the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville in 1976. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Betty Ann ministered as a teacher and principal at Mercy High School in University City, 1980-85, and the merged St. Thomas Aquinas-Mercy High School in north St. Louis County, 1985-87. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Betty Ann was a high school teacher in Arkansas, Louisiana and Oklahoma. Since 2004, she has taught at Mount St. Mary High School in Oklahoma City. About Sister Betty Ann: Easily drawn into working with teenagers, Sister Betty Ann has always considered her students a blessing. In addition to classroom time, she frequently attends her students’ fine arts performances, sports activities and awards events.

SISTER CABRINI KOELSCH Biographical: Sister Cabrini was born in Oklahoma City, entered the Sisters of Mercy in 1964 and professed perpetual vows in 1972. She received a bachelor’s degree in social studies from Maryville University in 1969 and a master’s degree in theology from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio in 1984. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Cabrini taught at Christ the King School in University City, 1971-74, and served in leadership for the Sisters of Mercy-Regional Community of St. Louis, 2000-04.

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Cabrini ministered as a teacher and director of religious education in parishes in Oklahoma and Texas. After establishing a mission services department at an Oklahoma hospital, she currently serves as director of mission services at Mercy Hospital in Joplin, Mo. About Sister Cabrini: Happy and lighthearted, Sister Cabrini has a passion for sharing the culture and heritage of the Sisters of Mercy through formation and orientation programs. She enjoys spending time with family and friends, cooking, entertaining, fishing and watching sports, especially the St. Louis Cardinals and Oklahoma State Cowboys.

Sisters of the Most Precious Blood of O’Fallon (CPPS) 75th, Profession

SISTER MARY BRENDAN BLOCK Biographical: Sister Mary Brendan was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in 1936 and made her religious profession in 1939. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Quincy University in Illinois in 1958. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Brendan was an elementary teacher for 52 years at Immaculate Conception School in Dardenne Prairie, a public school in Millwood, St. Joseph School in Josephville, St. Clement of Rome School in St. Louis, Sts. Philip and James School in River Aux Vases, Our Lady Help of Christians School in Weingarten, Holy Rosary School in Warrenton, All Saints School in St. Peters, Sacred Heart School in Ozora, St. John the Baptist School in Villa Ridge, Assumption School in New Haven and St. Paul School in St. Paul. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Brendan taught at elementary schools in Missouri, Nebraska and Tennessee. About Sister Mary Brendan: Since 1997, she has ministered in prayer and presence at Villa Theresa in O’Fallon. Sister Mary Brendan loved teaching primary students and enjoyed crafts and needlework until her eyesight became poor.

SISTER BONAVENTURE MCMANUS Biographical: Sister Bonaventure was born in Conception, Mo., entered the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 in 1936 and made her religious profession in 1939. She received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the former Notre Dame College in St. Louis in 1970. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Bonaventure devoted 18 years of her ministry to teaching at St. George School, St. John the Baptist School and St. Stephen Protomartyr School in St. Louis. In addition to serving at St. Agatha’s Food Pantry in St. Louis for nine years, she worked in food service for 18 years at the motherhouse in O’Fallon, the archbishop’s residence in St. Louis and Sacred Heart Convent in Florissant. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Bonaventure provided pastoral care to the elderly in a Missouri parish and served as a cook and homemaker at a convent in Illinois. About Sister Bonaventure: Presently ministering in prayer and presence at Villa Theresa in O’Fallon, Sister Bonaventure loves flowers and plants, Irish music and baking biscotti.

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SISTER M. ANN CLARE HENDEL Biographical: Sister Ann Clare was born in Florissant, entered the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in 1942 and made her religious profession in 1944. She received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Latin from St. Louis University in 1959 and 1965, respectively. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Ann Clare was an elementary teacher for 14 years at Assumption School in Mattese, Our Lady Help of Christians School in Weingarten and St. George School in St. Louis. For 16 years, she taught at Bishop DuBourg High School and St. Elizabeth Academy in St. Louis. Sister Ann Clare volunteered for seven years at St. Sabina Parish in Florissant, St. Elizabeth Convent in St. Louis and Linda Vista Catholic School in Chesterfield. She also ministered in pastoral care for two years at Holy Innocents Parish in St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Ann Clare served as a teacher and principal and ministered in elder care throughout Missouri. About Sister Ann Clare: Ministering in prayer and presence at Villa Theresa in O’Fallon, Sister Ann Clare enjoys listening to classical music, doing crafts and needlework, painting and taking art classes. She also assists others by translating articles from German and Latin.

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SISTER MARY VÉNARD LEBEAU Biographical: Sister Mary Vénard was born in Zurich, Kan., entered the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in 1941 and made her religious profession in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in French from St. Louis University in 1968 and a master’s degree in education from Helsinki University in Finland in 1979. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Vénard was an elementary teacher for eight years at St. George School, St. John the Baptist School and St. Stephen Protomartyr School in St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Vénard devoted 45 years of her ministry to serving as a teacher and administrator at the English Schools in Tampere and Helsinki, Finland. About Sister Mary Vénard: Since 1995, she has served as a curriculum developer, teacher and teacher trainer in Tallinn and Tartu, Estonia. Sister Mary Vénard loves teaching children, especially blind children to read Braille, and enjoys weaving, a hobby she shares with young people.

SISTER MADELENE REINERS Biographical: Sister Madelene was born in Indianola, Neb., entered the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in 1941 and made her religious profession in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in economics from Quincy University in Illinois in 1958 and a master’s degree in education from the University of Dayton in Ohio in 1968. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Madelene served as a principal and teacher for 35 years at St. John the Baptist School and Holy Family School in St. Louis, Most Sacred Heart School in Florissant, St. Anthony of Padua School in High Ridge, Our Lady Help of Christians School in Weingarten, St. Paul School in St. Paul and St. Vincent School in Dutzow. She also served her community as the development director for 21 years. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Madelene served as a teacher and principal in Colorado and Nebraska. About Sister Madelene: Ministering in prayer and presence at Villa Theresa in O’Fallon since 2012, Sister Madelene enjoys watching the St. Louis Cardinals, playing cards, baking, solving puzzles and spending time with her family.


SISTER MARY LOU ROUSSIN Biographical: Sister Mary Lou was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in 1941 and made her religious profession in 1944. She received bachelor’s and master’s degrees in geography from St. Louis University in 1963 and 1972, respectively, and a bachelor’s degree in music education from St. Joseph’s College in Rensselaer, Ind., in 1970. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Lou taught students in the elementary grades through college for 38 years at St. Paul School in St. Paul, Assumption School in Mattese, Sts. Philip and James School in River aux Vases, Holy Family School in St. Louis, St. Patrick School in Wentzville, Holy Rosary School in Warrenton, St. Alphonsus School in Millwood, St. Monica School in Creve Coeur, St. Sabina School in Florissant, St. Agnes School in Bloomsdale and the former St. Mary’s College in O’Fallon. In St. Louis, she served as a receptionist/office assistant at a chiropractic center for 12 years, volunteered at St. Elizabeth Academy convent and worked in elder care at St. Elizabeth Adult Day Care Center. She also served her community as a driver at the motherhouse in O’Fallon for 11 years. About Sister Mary Lou: Ministering in prayer and presence at Villa Theresa in O’Fallon since 2010, Sister Mary Lou enjoys visits with her family and playing computer games.

SISTER ESTELLE (TARCISIA) SULLENTRUP Biographical: Sister Estelle (formerly known as Sister Tarcisia) was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in 1941 and made her religious profession in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Quincy University in Illinois in 1958. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Estelle ministered as a teacher for 48 years at St. Elizabeth Academy, Most Precious Blood School and Holy Family in St. Louis; St. Agnes School in Bloomsdale; Our Lady Help of Christians School in Weingarten; St. Theodore School in Flint Hill; All Saints School in St. Peters; Assumption School in Mattese; Most Sacred Heart School in Florissant; and St. Lawrence School in Bridgeton. For 24 years, she volunteered in the transportation department at the O’Fallon motherhouse and provided pastoral care at DePaul Health Center in Bridgeton.

JUBILARIANS | PAGE 31 Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Estelle ministered as a teacher and principal in Missouri, New Mexico and Tennessee. About Sister Estelle: Ministering in prayer and presence at Villa Theresa in O’Fallon, Sister Estelle enjoys visiting patients in the hospital, reading, solving puzzles and observing nature. She loved teaching children.

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SISTER ROSE MARIE DOBELMAN Biographical: Sister Rose Marie was born in Old Monroe, entered the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in 1951 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from Fontbonne University in 1966 and a master’s degree in religious education from Boston College in 1987. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Rose Marie was an elementary teacher at St. Clement of Rome School in St. Louis for eight years and worked in administration, as a teacher and as a resource person at Linda Vista Catholic School in Chesterfield for nine years. For 27 years, she served as the director of religious education at St. Clare of Assisi Parish in Ellisville, St. Joseph Parish in Clayton, Most Precious Blood Parish in south St. Louis County and Queen of All Saints Parish in Oakville. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Rose Marie was an elementary teacher in Iowa. About Sister Rose Marie: Since 2007, she has served as the adult faith educator at All Saints Parish in St. Peters. Sister Rose Marie enjoys participating in book discussions, reading, cooking and solving puzzles. She finds relaxation in God’s creation.

SISTER VIOLA MARIE SPIRE Biographical: Sister Viola Marie was born in Maryville, Mo., entered the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in 1951 and made her religious profession in 1954. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Viola Marie was a kindergarten teacher at St. John the Baptist School in St. Louis for four years. At the motherhouse in O’Fallon, she has worked in the ecclesiastical art department for the past 53 years and had served as a local coordinator for three years. About Sister Viola Marie: She continues to do machine embroidery for the ecclesiastical art department and loves to pray, read, solve puzzles, exercise and enjoy nature.

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SISTER M. JEAN WILLIAM DIEPENBROCK Biographical: Sister Jean William was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in 1961 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering from University of Missouri-Columbia in 1970. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Jean William was an elementary teacher at Our Lady of Fatima School in Florissant and All Saints School in St. Peters for two years. She ministered at the motherhouse in O’Fallon as the plant manager for 22 years, maintenance assistant for seven years and volunteer for five years. She also served as project manager at Linda Vista Catholic School in Chesterfield for two years. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Jean William was an elementary teacher in Illinois. About Sister Jean William: Since 2005, she has been ministering in prayer and presence at Villa Theresa in O’Fallon. Sister Jean William finds joy in playing chess.

SISTER ANNA MARIE (LAURITA) HIMMELBERG Biographical: Sister Anna Marie (formerly known as Sister Laurita) was born in Gilliam, Mo., entered the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in 1961 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in economics from Fontbonne University in 1971 and a master’s degree in education from St. Louis University in 1978. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Anna Marie ministered as an elementary teacher for four years at St. Sabina School in Florissant and St. George School in St. Louis. She was a secondary teacher for 12 years at St. Mary’s Academy in O’Fallon and St. Elizabeth Academy in St. Louis, the latter where she also served as development director for three years. Sister Anna Marie also served as the vocations/formation director for her community in O’Fallon for six years and volunteered at St. Agatha’s Food Pantry in St. Louis for one year. About Sister Anna Marie: Since 1992, she has worked as a pastoral associate at St. Joseph Parish in Cottleville and St. John Lateran Parish in Imperial. Sister Anna Marie enjoys visiting and corresponding with family and friends, walking through the Missouri Botanical

St. Louis Review Gardens and nature trails, playing cards and making bouquets from freshly cut flowers.

SISTER JANET (FRANCIS AGNES) VOSS Biographical: Sister Janet (formerly known as Sister Francis Agnes) was born in Quincy, Ill., entered the Sisters of the Most Precious Blood in 1961 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received an associate’s degree from the former St. Mary’s College in O’Fallon in 1969 and an associate’s degree in applied science from St. Charles Community College in St. Peters in 1993. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Janet was a seamstress in the ecclesiastical art department at the O’Fallon motherhouse for 16 years. For 30 years, she ministered as a librarian, library assistant and clerk at the libraries of St. Charles Community College in St. Peters, St. Monica School in Creve Coeur and St. Mary’s Academy in O’Fallon. About Sister Janet: Since 2010, Sister Janet has served as a volunteer and in prayer and presence at Villa Theresa in O’Fallon. She enjoys genealogy, sewing, crafts, spending time with family, reading, sightseeing and exercise.

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SISTER ROSEMARY (ELIZABETH MARY) NUDD Biographical: A native of Chicago, Sister Rosemary (formerly known as Sister Elizabeth Mary) entered the Sisters of Providence of St. Mary-of-the-Woods in 1964 and professed perpetual vows in 1973. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from St. Mary-of-the-Woods College in St. Mary-of-the-Woods, Ind., and a master’s degree and doctorate in English from Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tenn. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Rosemary taught English and religion at John F. Kennedy High School in Manchester, 1971-76. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Rosemary taught in Illinois, Indiana and Tennessee. About Sister Rosemary: Continuing her ministry in education, she now serves as associate professor of English at St. Mary-of-the-Woods College.


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SISTER M. JULIA (LUZIA) KUROPKA Biographical: Sister M. Julia (formerly known as Sister Luzia) was born in Werden, Germany, entered the Sisters of St. Francis of the Martyr St. George in Thuine, Germany, in 1953, and made her first profession in 1955. She came to the United States in 1956, where she received training as a nurses’ aide. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister M. Julia cared for the residents in the Mother of Good Counsel Home, a skilled nursing facility, in St. Louis from 1963-71, and in 1988. She currently resides in the convent infirmary in Alton, Ill., and is an adoration sister in the adoration chapel at the provincial house. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister M. Julia worked in domestic services at convents in Alton, Ill., and Tulsa, Okla., and at the John Paul I Apartments in Springfield, Ill. About Sister M. Julia: She will celebrate her diamond jubilee of profession on Oct. 4 at St. Francis Convent, in Alton, Ill.

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JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 as congregational archivist, a ministry she continues on a part-time basis. About Sister Wilhelmina: Always a pleasant conversationalist, she enjoys sharing stories about historical and current events. For many years, Sister Wilhelmina cared for her lovely rose garden and prepared fragrant bouquets for special occasions. She continues to be a loyal Cardinal baseball fan.

SISTER MARY CATHERINE (CLARENCE CECILE) ESCHENBACH Biographical: Sister Mary Catherine (formerly known as Sister Clarence Cecile) was born in Indianapolis, entered the Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg, with the class of 1939 and made her religious profession in 1942. Service in the Archdiocese: Trained in teaching, Sister Mary Catherine taught at Immaculate Conception School in Old Monroe, 1954-60. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Catherine ministered as a teacher and principal in Illinois, Indiana and Ohio. In the 1980s, she was missioned to Papua New Guinea where she served as an instructor to seminarians, high school students and a newly founded community of Franciscan Sisters of Mary. About Sister Mary Catherine: Retiring in 1998, Sister Mary Catherine enjoys sharing stories and oral history about the people and customs in Papua New Guinea, volunteering at the motherhouse and participating in community activities. She resides at the St. Clare Health Facility in Oldenburg, Ind.

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SISTER WILHELMINA BURKEMPER

SISTER ANGELA BETSCH

Biographical: Sister Wilhelmina (baptized Virginia Burkemper) was born in Old Monroe, entered the Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg, with the class of 1939 and made her religious profession in 1942. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Marian University in Indianapolis in 1958. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Wilhelmina’s ministry included teaching at Sacred Heart School in Troy, 1963-65 and 1975-79, and Immaculate Conception School in Old Monroe, 1979-91. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Wilhelmina taught in Missouri and Ohio and to Cheyenne and Crow Native American children in Montana. In 1991, she returned to Oldenburg, Ind., to serve

Biographical: Sister Angela (baptized Dorothy Betsch) was born in Cincinnati, entered the Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg, in 1944 and made her religious profession in 1947. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Marian University in Indianapolis in 1957 and a master’s degree in education from Xavier University in Cincinnati. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Angela began her teaching ministry at Immaculate Conception School in Old Monroe, 1946-48. Later, she served as teacher and principal at Sacred Heart School in Troy, 1979-83. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Angela ministered as teacher, principal and tutor in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio and Papua New Guinea. She served on

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 the nursing staff at the motherhouse in Oldenburg, Ind., in the 1980s and returned, in 1991, to serve as a chauffeur for the Sisters and to provide assistance in the communications office. About Sister Angela: Since 2003, she has taught religious education to young people in the local community and worked with volunteers sorting stamps for the missions. Sister Angela has a phenomenal memory of past students and their exploits and remains in contact with many of them.

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SISTER MARIAN (MARIE PIUS) BOBERSCHMIDT Biographical: Sister Marian (formerly known as Sister Marie Pius) was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg, in 1954, and made her religious profession in 1957. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Marian University and a master’s degree in theology from University of St. Francis in Joliet, Ill. Service in the Archdiocese: From 1962-88, Sister Marian served as a teacher, principal, director of religious education and pastoral associate in many archdiocesan schools and parishes, including Sacred Heart in Troy, St. Margaret Mary Alacoque in south St. Louis County, St. Francis in Portage des Sioux, St. Cletus in St. Charles, and St. Engelbert and Our Lady of Perpetual Help in St. Louis. She is a founding member of Nia Kuumba, a spirituality center in St. Louis for African-American women, and continues to serve there as director and facilitator. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Marian ministered as a teacher in Indianapolis and novice director in Oldenburg, Ind. She participated in Books for Africa, a six-week library project in Ghana. About Sister Marian: Then-Archbishop Justin Rigali appointed her to serve on the Commission on Human Rights in 2002. Sister Marian’s numerous talents are reflected in her many roles, including newsletter editor, fundraiser, spiritual guide and friend.

SISTER MARY WALTER SOKOLIC Biographical: Sister Mary Walter (baptized Mary Frances Sokolic) was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of St. Francis, Oldenburg, in 1954 and made her religious profession in 1957. She received a bachelor’s degree

St. Louis Review in education from Marian University in Indianapolis in 1961. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Walter ministered as a teacher, principal, librarian and administrator in Indiana and Ohio schools. After retiring to Oldenburg, Ind., in 1999, she has served as a switchboard operator and part-time communicator handling the community’s e-mail correspondence. About Sister Mary Walter: Before entering the Franciscan community, Sister Mary Walter was a lay teacher at St. Martin of Tours School in south St. Louis County, 1949-51, and Holy Cross School in St. Louis, 1951-54, where she was mentored and inspired by the School Sisters of Notre Dame and Sisters of St. Francis, respectively. Sister Mary Walter is gifted with laughter and determination. She enjoys playing cards and is an avid baseball fan, especially of the St. Louis Cardinals and Cincinnati Reds.

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SISTER OLIVE LOUISE DALLAVIS Biographical: Sister Olive Louise was baptized Mary in Nokamis, Ill., entered the sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1938 and was received into the novitiate in 1939. She received a bachelor’s degree in music from Fontbonne University in 1948 and a master’s degree in music from the University of Illinois in Champaign in 1952. She received a doctorate in education from the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., in 1970. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Olive Louise taught at St. Thomas of Aquin School in the 1940s and at St. Agnes School in the early 1950s, both in St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Olive Louise was a leader in education in the Kansas City community with 56 years of service at Avila University, her last 25 years serving as president. About Sister Olive Louise: Avila University named their SOLD Fund in honor of President Emerita Sister Olive Louise. The fund supports annual scholarships for Avila students most in need. Since 2009, Sister Olive Louise has resided at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville, where she continues to carry out her ministry of prayer and witness.


SISTER RITA (MARIE EDOUARDA) FLAHERTY Biographical: Sister Rita was born in Kansas City, Mo., entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1938 and was received into the novitiate as Sister Marie Edouarda in 1939. She received an associate’s degree in art from Avila University in 1938, a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Fontbonne University in 1946 and a master’s degree in mathematics from St. Louis University in 1951. Service in the Archdiocese: In the 1940s, Sister Rita taught at Holy Rosary, St. Leo and St. Louis Cathedral Schools in St. Louis. In 1963, she taught at Rosati-Kain High School. In 1994, she served as a hospitality coordinator at Nazareth Living Center. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Rita served for 30 years in Kansas City, Mo. She also taught in Colorado and Texas. About Sister Rita: She retired in 2004. Since 2006, she has resided at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville, where she continues to carry out her ministry of prayer and witness.

JUBILARIANS | PAGE 33 About Sister Agnes Marie: Since 2007, Sister Agnes Marie has resided at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville, where she continues to carry out her ministry of prayer and witness.

SISTER MARY JOSEPHINE BREINER Biographical: Sister Mary Josephine, baptized Marie Cecilia, was born in Sheilds, N.D., entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1944 and was received into the novitiate in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Avila University in 1956. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Josephine taught grade school in the late 1960s and early 1970s at Our Lady of the Presentation in Overland and Our Lady of Lourdes in University City. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Josephine taught in Kansas City, Mo., Georgia, Illinois, Oklahoma and Wisconsin. About Sister Mary Josephine: She retired in 1996. Since 2009, she has resided at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville, where she continues to carry out her ministry of prayer and witness.

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SISTER MARY JOHN DILLARD

SISTER AGNES MARIE BAER

Biographical: Sister Mary John, baptized Helen, was born in Atlanta, Ga., entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1943 and was received into the novitiate in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in secondary education from Fontbonne University in 1954 and a master’s degree in secondary education from the College of St. Rose in New York in 1963. Service in the Archdiocese: In the 1990s, Sister Mary John served in the Archdiocese in a variety of ministries. She was a secretary at Central Catholic Community/St. Nicholas Schools in St. Louis, served her CSJ community as a provincial house staff member, worked as a librarian at St. Margaret of Scotland School in St. Louis and served as a receptionist at Nazareth Living Center. She again served her CSJ community as a driver for the senior ministry office, a receptionist for the provincialate and a caregiver for CSJ Home Care. She continued in volunteer ministry until her retirement in 2001. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary John served in education and pastoral ministry in Kansas City, Mo., Alabama, Georgia, Indiana and Michigan. About Sister Mary John: Since 2001, she has resided at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville, where she continues to carry out her ministry of prayer and witness.

Biographical: Sister Agnes Marie was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1944 and was received into the novitiate in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from Fontbonne University in 1943 and a master’s degree in history from St. Louis University in 1952. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Agnes Marie’s 60 years of service in the Archdiocese of St. Louis began at Our Lady of Lourdes Grade School in 1946. She also taught at St. Teresa of Avila Grade School in 1951. In 1962, she served her CSJ community as the director of postulants and then as director of novices and postulants. She taught at St. Thomas Aquinas High School in 1970 and at Rosati-Kain High School in 1973. In 1979, after working as a social worker in the Archdiocesan Human Rights Office, Sister Agnes Marie founded the New Life Style Program, which provided prostitutes an opportunity to change their lives. She served as the program’s executive director for 15 years. In 1995, she worked in the Sisters of St. Joseph development office and retired four years later to the St. Joseph’s Academy Convent as a volunteer. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Agnes Marie taught in Colorado and Illinois.

PAGE 34 | JUBILARIANS SISTER TERESA MARIA EAGAN Biographical: Sister Teresa Maria, baptized Theresa Rosaline, was born in St. Louis. She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1943 and was received into the novitiate in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in Spanish from Fontbonne University in 1954 and a master’s degree in library science from Dominican University in River Forest, Ill., in 1969. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Teresa began her 30-year teaching career at Notre Dame de Lourdes Grade School in Wellston in 1946. In the 1950s, she taught at St. Mary Grade School in Bridgeton. After 20 years teaching out of the area, she returned to St. Louis to serve her CSJ community as the assistant archivist for the St. Louis province, followed by serving as business manager for the Carondelet Community Betterment Federation. In 1986, Sister Teresa was the assistant archivist at the Catholic Center in the archdiocese, and continued in this position when the office was moved to the Cardinal Rigali Center. Sister Teresa retired in 2001 and serves in volunteer ministry at Cardinal Ritter Senior Services and as an Extraordinary Minister of Holy Communion at her parish, Cure of Ars in Shrewsbury. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Teresa taught in Kansas City, Mo., Illinois, Texas and Wisconsin. About Sister Teresa: Sister Teresa is an avid Cardinal baseball fan. She enjoys playing cards with friends and on the computer, and also enjoys working the daily crossword puzzles.

SISTER PAULA PATRICE MICHAUD Biographical: Sister Paula Patrice, baptized Esther Jane, was born in Loveland, Colo. She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1943 and was received into the novitiate in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in French/education from Fontbonne University in 1956 and a master’s degree in elementary education administration from the University of Colorado in 1972. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Paula Patrice taught at St. Matthew the Apostle School in St. Louis in the 1950s. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Paula Patrice taught in Colorado, Hawaii and Illinois and served 20 years in medical records in Arizona. About Sister Paula Patrice: Sister Paula Patrice retired to St. Louis in 2006, where she serves in volunteer ministry for her CSJ community by working the reception desk at the motherhouse.

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SISTER MICHAEL HELENE PURFIELD Biographical: Sister Michael Helene, baptized Marian, was born in Colorado Springs, Colo. She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1944 and was received into the novitiate in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from St. Louis University in 1958 and a professional degree in anesthesiology from Charity Hospital in New Orleans in 1966. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Michael Helene taught at St. Patrick Grade School in 1946. She was the nursing supervisor of obstetrics at the old St. Joseph Hospital in Kirkwood from 1954-58. After additional nursing education at St. Louis University, she returned to her position at the hospital, serving until 1964. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Michael Helene served in nursing and pastoral ministry in Kansas City, Mo., Colorado, Michigan and Ohio. About Sister Michael Helene: Sister Michael Helene retired in 2013 and resides at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville, where she continues a ministry of prayer and witness.

SISTER ANDREA MARIE RENTMEESTER Biographical: Sister Andrea Marie, baptized Myrtle Agnes, was born in Green Bay, Wis. She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1943 and was received into the novitiate in 1944. She received a bachelor’s degree in modern European history from Loretto Heights College in Denver in 1955 and a master’s degree in modern European history from St. Louis University in 1963. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Andrea Marie taught at St. Anthony of Padua School in St. Louis in the 1940s. In the 1950s, she taught at Nativity Grade School in St. Louis, and then at the secondary level at St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Florissant until 1965. In 1973, she served her CSJ community as the coordinator of pastoral ministry at the St. Joseph Provincial House. She then served as the president of the Archdiocesan Council of Women Religious. In the 1990s, Sister Andrea Marie again served her CSJ community, first as the publications office assistant and then as a secretary for the St. Louis provincialate. She retired in 2004. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Andrea Marie served in education and pastoral ministry in Colorado, Michigan and Wisconsin.

www.stlouisreview.com About Sister Andrea Marie: Since 2005, Sister Andrea Marie has resided at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville, where she continues to carry out her ministry of prayer and witness.

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SISTER ROSE MARIE BOYANCHEK Biographical: Sister Rose Marie was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1953 and was received into the novitiate in 1954 as Sister Mary Lucy. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Fontbonne University in 1966. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Rose Marie taught grade school from the late 1950s to the early 1970s in St. Louis at Holy Guardian Angels, St. Leo, St. Patrick, St. Cecilia, St. Gregory and St. Thomas of Aquin. In 1974, she began a 10-year ministry at St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf, first as a child-care provider and houseparent, then as a teacher of deaf education, crafts and sewing. Sister Rose Marie was a library assistant at Immacolata Grade School in Richmond Heights in 1984. From 1985-93, she ministered in crafts and sewing at Nazareth Living Center and then at Carondelet Day Care Center. She worked for All Metro Health Care and CSJ Home Care until 2002 and then served as a nanny until 2013. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Rose Marie served in Illinois. About Sister Rose Marie: She loves playing the piano, sewing, embroidering and crafts of all kinds, including tatting and crocheting. She also loves playing all kinds of card games and loves to teach these skills to others.

SISTER ROSE STEPHEN CENTO Biographical: Sister Rose Stephen, baptized Dolores Elizabeth, was born in St. Louis. She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1953 and was received into the novitiate in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Fontbonne University in 1965 and a master’s degree in special education from George Peabody College in Nashville, Tenn., in 1971. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Rose’s primary ministry was that of teacher. In the 1960s, she taught at St. Anthony of Padua in St. Louis and Immacolata in Richmond Heights and, in the ’70s and ’80s, at St. Joseph Home for Boys. After six years teaching at St. Margaret of Scotland in St. Louis, she

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 returned to St. Joseph Home for Boys in 1989 as an educational therapist. She then went on to St. Louis Academy, a day school on St. Joseph’s campus, as a teacher and principal. From 1995 until her retirement in 2009, Sister Rose served as assistant personnel director at Nazareth Living Center. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Rose taught in Alabama and Georgia. About Sister Rose: She continues her service at Nazareth Living Center as a volunteer working with the sisterresidents, making doctor appointments, arranging transportation and assisting the sister care staff as needed. She now resides at The Village, a newly-opened independent living facility at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville.

SISTER MARY REBECCA EICHHORN Biographical: Sister Mary Rebecca, baptized Arlene Mae, was born in St. Louis. She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1953 and was received into the novitiate in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Fontbonne University in 1966 and a master’s degree in education/reading from Indiana University of Bloomington in 1972. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Rebecca taught in the 1950s-’60s at St. Cecilia and St. Gregory grade schools. In 1993 she served in the development office at St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf. In 1996, she began eight years of service as the director of volunteers at Nazareth Living Center. She then worked in public relations and fundraising at Carondelet Community Betterment Federation until her retirement in 2008. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Rebecca served in the Kansas City-St. Joseph Diocese for 20 years developing and directing service programs for the elderly and those in need. About Sister Mary Rebecca: She resides at The Village, a newly-opened independent living facility at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville. She continues serving in volunteer ministry.

SISTER MARY THERESE ESSWEIN Biographical: Sister Mary Therese was born in Kansas City, Mo., entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1953 and was received into the novitiate in 1954 as Sister Alice Marie. She received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Fontbonne University in 1970.

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Therese taught grade school in the 1950s and 60s at Holy Name, St. Jude, St. Roch and St. Margaret of Scotland. In the 1970s and ’80s, she was a bookkeeper at Nazareth Living Center, St. Joseph’s Academy and the CSJ congregational center. She also served her CSJ community as a member of the province treasurer’s office. Sister Mary Therese was a ward clerk at Nazareth Living Center. From 1989-97, she was a bookkeeper and receptionist at Cardinal Ritter Senior Services. She was also a receptionist at Cardinal Carberry Senior Living Center and at Regina Cleri. Before her retirement in 2006, she served her CSJ community as a driver in the senior ministry office. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Therese taught in Oklahoma and Wisconsin. About Sister Mary Therese: Since 2009, Sister Mary Therese has resided at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville where she continues to carry out her ministry of prayer and witness.

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SISTER JULIE (JOSEPH MARGARET) GUILLOT

Biographical: Sister Juliana Marie, baptized Rita Marie, was born in Carroll, Iowa. She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1953 and was received into the novitiate in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in education from Fontbonne University in 1964. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Juliana taught in the 1950s through early ’70s at St. Anthony of Padua, Nativity, St. Gregory and St. John grade schools. In the early 1990s, after caring for family, she once again served in St. Louis and was a lead teacher at St. Margaret of Scotland Grade School in St. Louis and then an assistant teacher at Childgarden School. Sister Juliana then served in CSJ Home Care service until her retirement in 2004. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Juliana served in California, Colorado and Wisconsin. About Sister Juliana: Since 2008, Sister Juliana has resided at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville where she continues to carry out her ministry of prayer and witness.

Biographical: Sister Julie was born in Natchez, Miss., entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1953 and was received into the novitiate in 1954 as Sister Joseph Margaret. She received a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Fontbonne University in 1962 and a master’s degree in deaf education from the University of Kansas in Lawrence in 1967. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Julie served nearly 30 years at St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf when it was located in University City. She began as a teacher in 1956, was an administrative intern and then served as director from 1981-85. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Julie served in Alabama for nearly 30 years, notably as the executive director of Eastern Shore Affordable Houses, a lifeline program with the primary mission of providing low-income housing and home-repair assistance for needy families. About Sister Julie: She recently retired to Nazareth Living Center in Oakville where she carries out her ministry of prayer and witness.

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SISTER KATHLEEN (JOAN MARIAN) MLINAR

Biographical: Sister Elizabeth Mary, baptized Elizabeth Ann, was born in St. Louis. She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1953 and was received into the novitiate in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in mathemat-

Biographical: Sister Kathleen was born in Marquette, Mich., entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1953 and was received into the novitiate in 1954 as Sister John Marian. She

www.stlouisreview.com received a bachelor’s degree in history from Fontbonne College in 1963 and a master’s degree in American history from Marquette University in Milwaukee in 1969. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Kathleen taught at St. Philip Neri and St. Thomas of Aquin Schools in St. Louis in the 1950s and 60s. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Kathleen served in education in Georgia and Wisconsin. About Sister Kathleen: Since 2010, Sister Kathleen has been retired and serves as a volunteer. Among her interests are reading, solving Sudoku puzzles and watching the Green Bay Packers.

SISTER JEAN M. (MARIE KATERI) MILLER Biographical: Sister Jean was born in Keshena, Wis., entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1953 and was received into the novitiate in 1954 as Sister Marie Kateri. She received her license as a practical nurse in 1964. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Jean served as a licensed practical nurse at Nazareth Home in the 1950s and ’60s. She committed 40 years of faithful service to the St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf beginning in the mid-1970s located in University City. She served as a childcare worker/house parent, research/ recreation assistant director and dining room manager. At the Chesterfield location, she served as purchasing agent, purchasing coordinator and laundress. After her retirement in 2012, Sister Jean volunteered in the hospitality department at the province motherhouse. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Jean served in child care and as a practical nurse in Kansas City, Mo., Georgia, Illinois, Wisconsin. About Sister Jean: She resides at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville where she carries out her ministry of prayer and witness.

SISTER MARIAN THERESE MUEHLBAUER Biographical: Sister Marian Therese Muehlbauer, baptized Janet Theresa, was born in Green Bay, Wis. She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1953 and was received into the novitiate in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from Fontbonne Univrsity in 1963 and a master’s degree in elementary education from the University of Hawaii in 1970. Service in the Archdiocese: In the

JUBILARIANS | PAGE 35 1950s and ’60s, Sister Marian Therese taught at St. Agnes Grade School in St. Louis and then at St. Mary Grade School in Bridgeton. Since 2008, she has served her CSJ community as a hospitality associate for the province motherhouse and as a volunteer at the Carondelet Literacy Center. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Marian Therese has served more than 50 years in education, teaching in Kansas City, Mo., Georgia and Hawaii. More than 30 years of her teaching ministry were in the Diocese of Honolulu. About Sister Marian Therese: She is an avid Green Bay Packers fan and looks forward to next season when Aaron Rogers will be completely healed and ready for the challenge of the NFL.

SISTER PATRICIA (ROBERT MARGARET) O’BRIEN Biographical: Sister Patricia was born in Evanston, Ill., entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1953 and was received into the novitiate in 1954 as Sister Robert Margaret. She received a bachelor’s degree in biology from the Avila University in Kansas City, Mo., in 1958 and a master’s degree in hospital/health care administration from the University of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City in 1974. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Patricia taught at St. Margaret of Scotland Grade School in St. Louis in 1956. In the 1970s, she was a laboratory supervisor at the old St. Joseph Hospital in Kirkwood. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Patricia served 50 years in medical laboratory technology in Kansas City, Mo., and Michigan. About Sister Patricia: Since 2011, Sister Patricia has resided at Nazareth Living Center in Oakville where she continues to carry out her ministry of prayer and witness

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SISTER JANE FRANCES (FRANCES JOSEPH) BEHLMANN Biographical: Sister Jane Frances was born in St. Charles, entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1963 and was received into the novitiate in 1964 as Sister Frances Joseph. She received a bachelor’s degree in elementary music education from Fontbonne College in 1971 and a master’s degree in library science from Dominican University in River Forest,

PAGE 36 | JUBILARIANS Ill., in 1982. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Jane has served her entire 50 years in the Archdiocese. She taught intermediate/ junior high at St. Luke the Evangelist Grade School in Richmond Heights in 1968 and was a music teacher for multiple grade schools throughout the archdiocese from 1971-76. Sister Jane then dedicated 28 years of service to Fontbonne University as the audiovisual librarian. Since 2004, she has served her CSJ community as the archivist for the St. Louis province. About Sister Jane: Sister Jane enjoys singing and often cantors at Masses on special occasions.

SISTER ROSE MARY (MARGARET RAYMOND) BRUEGGEN Biographical: Sister Rose Mary was born in Sedalia, Mo., entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1963 and was received into the novitiate in 1964 as Sister Margaret Raymond. She received a bachelor’s degree in deaf education from Fontbonne University in 1968. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Rose Mary has served most of her 50 years in the St. Louis Archdiocese, beginning in 1968 at St. Joseph Institute for the Deaf. In 13 years there, she worked as a primary deaf educator, recreation assistant director, houseparent, receptionist and resident flight coordinator. In the 1980s, she served six years at Nazareth Living Center, first in community service then as a dietary aide. In the 1990s, she was a teacher’s assistant at St. Joseph’s Educational Child Care Center, served in geriatric care as an assistant manager at Manresa House and then at St. Elizabeth Hall as an activities director. She worked five years at Walter Knoll Florist as an arranger and greenhouse caretaker. In the 2000s, Sister Rose Mary was the assistant activities director and receptionist at Mary Ryder Home, the receptionist at the Charless Home, and a service partner in the dietary department at both St. John’s Mercy Hospital and the Sisters of Mercy/Catherine Residence. Since 2007, Sister Rose Mary has worked at Nazareth Living Center, serving the sister residents of her CSJ community. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Rose Mary served in Minnesota. About Sister Rose Mary: Sister Rose Mary enjoys gardening and sewing.

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SISTER PATRICIA ANN (DORA FRANCIS) CLEMENT Biographical: Sister Patricia Ann was born in Green Bay, Wis., entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1963 and was received into the novitiate in 1964 as Sister Dora Francis. She earned a bachelor’s degree in chemistry from Fontbonne University in 1968, a master’s degree in chemistry from the University of Notre Dame in 1973, and a master’s degree in educational administration from the University of Wisconsin in Milwaukee in 1985. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Pat taught at St. Thomas Aquinas High School from 1973-82. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Pat served in education and pastoral ministry in Georgia and Wisconsin. About Sister Patricia: She enjoyed 38 years in education. Since 2007, she has served as a pastoral associate for the Quad Parishes in Green Bay, Wis., which includes her home parish, Annunciation. She enjoys nature, biking, reading and is a staunch Green Bay Packers fan.

SISTER SUZANNE GIRO Biographical: Sister Suzanne was born in Kansas City, Mo., entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1963 and was received into the novitiate in 1964 as Sister Peter Damian. She received a bachelor’s degree in Spanish from Fontbonne College in 1970. Service in the Archdiocese: From 2002-10, Sister Suzanne served as the assistant mission coordinator for the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Suzanne served in education and pastoral ministry in Kansas City, Mo., Georgia, Louisiana and Texas. About Sister Suzanne: Since 2010, Sister Suzanne has served at Nazareth Living Center as the admissions coordinator.

SISTER MARY KAY (THOMAS DENISE) HADICAN Biographical: Sister Mary Kay, baptized Mary Kathleen, was born in St. Louis. She entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1963 and was received into the novitiate in 1964 as Sister Thomas Denise. She received a bachelor’s degree in social studies from Fontbonne University in 1970 and a



master’s degree in religious education from Seattle University in 1974. She also received a certificate in theology from the Jesuit School of Theology in 1992. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Kay taught at Our Lady of the Presentation Grade School in Overland in 1972. She served as the religious education coordinator in the early 1970s at Sts. John and James Parish in Ferguson and then at Our Lady of the Presentation Parish. She served her CSJ community as a member of the province leadership team in 2002-08. She was the Catholic identity advisor to Most Holy Trinity School from 2010-12. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Kay has served in Columbia, Mo., Kansas City, Mo., Rolla/Jefferson City, Mo., and California. About Sister Mary Kay: She serves as a member of Ascension Sponsor, Nazareth Living Center Board of Trustees and Foundation Board. She also volunteers at Most Holy Trinity Catholic School.

Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Fran began her service in the Archdiocese in 2000 when she became the director of Academic Student Services in the OPTIONS program at Fontbonne University. Beginning in 2002, she served her CSJ community as a provincial councilor for six years. She was a part-time faculty member at HarrisStowe State University in 2007-08. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Fran was a teacher and administrator in Kansas City, Mo., Colorado, Illinois, and Texas. About Sister Fran: Since 2008, Sister Fran has been an academic advisor at Webster University.

SISTER MARY MARGARET (HELEN CHARLES) LAZIO

Biographical: A native of Edgard, La., she entered the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1951. She made her first vows in 1954. Her final profession was in Rome in 1960. A product of Sacred Heart education, she earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Maryville University in St. Louis and a master’s degree from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Caire taught at Villa Duchesne/Oak Hill School in St. Louis, 1956-59, and later served as head of school, 1977-2001. She was a member of the leadership team for the St. Louis Province, 1974-77. Service outside the Archdiocese: A lifelong educator, Sister Caire served at Sacred Heart schools in Cincinnati, New Orleans and at Duchesne Academy of the Sacred Heart in Houston, where her roles included head of the middle school. Since 2009, she has worked as an aide in the advancement office there and in archives. About Sister Ann Caire: She is one of three sisters who are members of the Society of the Sacred Heart, United States-Canada province. She also served on the boards of Sacred Heart schools in Omaha, Neb., and Chicago and at Maryville University in St. Louis.

Biographical: Sister Mary Margaret was born in Grand Rapids, Mich., entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1963 and was received into the novitiate in 1964 as Sister Helen Charles. She received a bachelor’s degree in nursing from Avila University in Kansas City, Mo., in 1970 and a master’s degree in medical surgical nursing from the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., 1978. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Margaret has been a nursing supervisor at Nazareth Living Center since 2007. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Margaret has served 50 years in health care in nursing and health care administration primarily in Kansas City, Mo. She also served in Florida. About Sister Mary Margaret: She was recently elected to the St. Louis Province Leadership Team and begins her five-year term in July.

SISTER FRANCES (ELIZABETH JAMES) MAHER Biographical: Sister Frances was born in St. Louis, entered the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1963 and was received into the novitiate in 1964 as Sister Elizabeth James. She received a bachelor’s degree in mathematics from Fontbonne University in 1969 and a master’s degree in mathematics from the University of Notre Dame in 1975.

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SISTER ANN CAIRE

SISTER MARGARET CAIRE Biographical: Sister Caire entered the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1951 with her older sister, Ann. They made their first vows together in 1954 and final profession in Rome

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 in 1960. Sister Caire earned a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Maryville University in St. Louis, a master’s degree in education in guidance and counseling from Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio and certification for principalship from Tulane University in New Orleans. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Caire taught and served as head of the middle school at Villa Duchesne, 1960-63. In 1973, she was called to serve on a corporate development team for the five U.S. provinces to help religious live a more contemporary lifestyle. She served the former St. Louis province as director of formation for several years and also served on the provincial team for one year. She served as head of school for the Academy of the Sacred Heart in St. Charles, 1984-2006. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Caire served at her alma mater, the Academy of the Sacred Heart in Grand Coteau, La., as coordinator of the middle school. She served as principal of the elementary school of the Academy of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans. She returned to Grand Coteau in 2006 to work in the Alumnae Office and continues to volunteer and serve as a religious presence at the Schools of the Sacred Heart and in the wider community. About Sister Margaret Caire: She is the 11th in a family of 12 children. She gives prayer the place of honor in her life. Many have fond memories of her listening heart, her hearty laugh and the power of her presence. She knows that joy is the most infallible sign of the presence of God. For her, spirituality is a way of living in God’s presence and “life given in love is a source of that spirituality.” She served on boards of Sacred Heart Schools in Grand Coteau, La., Houston and New Orleans.

SISTER ROSEMARY BEARSS Biographical: Born in Portland, Ore., Sister Bearss entered the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1951. She made her first vows in 1954 and her final profession in 1960. She earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Duchesne College of the Sacred Heart in Omaha, Neb., a master’s degree in business administration from DePaul University in Chicago, a master’s of divinity degree from Loyola University and an ecclesiastical degree from the Jesuit School of Theology in Chicago. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Bearss served on the provincial team of the United States province, based in St. Louis, 1982-88. In 1988, she was named provincial and served until 1993. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Bearss was a classroom teacher in

St. Louis Review Omaha and treasurer for Duchesne College in Omaha. She later served at Barat College in Lake Forest, Ill., first as chief financial officer, and then as founder of the business school in which she taught. She also served on the Chicago provincial team. About Sister Rosemary: Since 1994, she has worked at the Barnyard Program, an after-school program and summer camp for disadvantaged youth in Miami. Since 1997, she has been the financial director of Coconut Grove Cares, Inc., the agency responsible for the Barnyard Program.

SISTER BETTY RENARD Biographical: Sister Renard was born in Ferguson, entered the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1952 and made her first vows in 1954. She made her final profession in Rome in 1960. A graduate of Nerinx Hall High School in St. Louis, she earned a bachelor’s degree from Maryville University in St. Louis and an additional bachelor’s degree from St. Louis University. Her master’s degree is from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Renard taught at Villa Duchesne for a short time in 1954 and at the Academy of the Sacred Heart in St. Charles, 1957-59. She also taught at the Academy of the Sacred Heart in St. Louis (City House) from 1960-65. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Renard served at Sacred Heart schools in Grand Coteau, La., and New Orleans. After earning her nursing degree in 1988, she began a ministry of home health care in East Harlem, N.Y. She returned to Grand Coteau in 1996 and joined the Thensted Center, a community center with outreach programs including home visiting and health education. About Sister Renard: She continues a ministry of visiting elderly members of the low-income community around Grand Coteau. She says: “Often I am put to shame when I see the simple, unshakable faith of these folks. To be the heart of Christ for others and to show forth the love of God through education is what this ministry is all about.”


SISTER CAROL HAGGARTY Biographical: The Chicago native entered the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1961. She made her first vows in 1964 and her final profession in 1969. Her bachelor’s degree in education is from Duchesne College of the Sacred

www.stlouisreview.com Heart in Omaha, Neb. She has two master’s degrees, one in administration from the National College of Education, and one in counseling psychology from Loyola University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Haggarty served as a member of the U.S. provincial team based in St. Louis from 1988-92, and at the Network of Sacred Heart Schools from 2001-11. Since 2012, she has served as assistant to the provincial of the United StatesCanada province. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Haggarty’s education ministry began at her alma mater in Chicago, first as teacher, then as principal, excluding one year in Lake Forest, Ill. She was a guidance counselor in Omaha, Neb., and served as head of the Academy of the Sacred Heart in Grand Coteau, La. About Sister Haggarty: She has served on boards at Sacred Heart schools in Chicago, Grand Coteau, New Orleans, Omaha, and Princeton, N.J.. She has been active in the Network of Sacred Heart Schools.

SISTER LUCIE MARY NORDMANN Biographical: Sister Lucie Mary Nordmann is a St. Louis native who entered the Society of the Sacred Heart in 1961, shortly after her graduation from the Academy of the Sacred Heart in St. Louis. She made her first vows in 1964 and her final profession in 1970. Sister Nordmann earned a bachelor’s degree in English from Maryville University in St. Louis and a master’s degree in educational administration from Washington University in St. Louis. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Nordmann was head of school at Villa Duchesne/Oak Hill School from 2009-13. She also taught at the school early in her ministry, from 1966-69, and again from 1972-75. She served as director of development at Lydia’s House, a transitional shelter for women and children who have experienced abuse, and as a patient advocate at St. Luke’s Hospital. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Nordmann served in Grand Coteau, La., first as teacher and later as principal. She was a head of school in Albany, N.Y. About Sister Nordmann: She has returned to the Schools of the Sacred Heart, Grand Coteau, where she currently serves as director of advancement.


Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph, Maple Mount, Ky. (OSU) 80th, Novitiate Entrance

SISTER JEAN MADELINE PEAKE Biographical: Sister Jean Madeline was born Mary Wilby in Holy Cross, Ky. She entered the novitiate in 1934 and made her perpetual profession with the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph in 1939. She is a 1965 graduate of Brescia College in Owensboro, Ky. She was a teacher for 48 years. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Jean Madeline served at Seven Holy Founders convent in Affton in 1937. From 1950-53, she taught at Seven Holy Founders School. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Jean Madeline taught and/or served as principal in several Kentucky schools. She served in parish ministry in Leitchfield, Ky., where she served shutins, visited nursing homes and hospitals and coordinated the CCD program. About Sister Jean Madeline: From 1996-2002, Sister Jean Madeline served as director of the craft room at the Mount Saint Joseph motherhouse, and she continued to quilt until 2011. Today she is active in prayer. At age 99, she is the oldest member of her Ursuline community.

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SISTER MARIE MONTGOMERY Biographical: Sister Marie was born Mary Hilary in St. Lawrence, Ky., entered the novitiate in 1944 and made her perpetual profession with the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph in 1949. She is a graduate of Brescia University in Owensboro, Ky. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Marie taught at Seven Holy Founders School in Affton in the late 1940s. Service outside the Archdiocese: She served 55 years as teacher and principal and in parish ministry in Arizona, Kentucky, Missouri and New Mexico. Altogether, she ministered in the Southwest for 40 years. About Sister Marie: Since retiring from teaching in New Mexico in 2007, she has been a mail distributor and a switchboard receptionist at the motherhouse in Maple Mount, Ky.

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SISTER MARY TIMOTHY BLAND Biographical: Sister Mary Timothy was born Wanda Joyce in Greenbrier, Ky., entered the novitiate in 1964 and made her perpetual profession with the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph in 1971. She is a 1969 graduate of Brescia University in Owensboro, Ky., and attended Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Ky. She has been an elementary school teacher for 47 years, serving in Kentucky and Missouri. Service in the Archdiocese: She taught at St. Angela Merici School in Florissant, 1975-79. Service outside the Archdiocese: She taught in Glennonville, Mo., and in Kentucky. About Sister Mary Timothy: Since 1986, she has taught at the Owensboro Catholic K-3 Campus in Kentucky.

SISTER KARLA MARIE KAELIN Biographical: Sister Karla Marie was born Karla Ann in Louisville, Ky., entered the novitiate in 1964 and made her perpetual profession with the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph in 1971. She is a 1968 graduate of Brescia University in Owensboro, Ky., and earned a master’s degree in elementary education from Western Kentucky University in Bowling Green, Ky., and a master’s degree in religious education from Boston College. Service in the Archdiocese: She was a teacher at Seven Holy Founders School in Affton, 1976-83, and a student at the Institute of Religious Formation in St. Louis, 1991-92, where she earned a certificate in religious formation. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Karla Marie has served throughout Kentucky, primarily as a teacher or pastoral associate. From 1992-95, she was novice director for her Ursuline community. About Sister Karla Marie: Since 2013, Sister Karla Marie has been the director of religious education at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Parish in Louisville, Ky.

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Ursuline Sisters of the Roman Union (OSU) 60th, Profession

SISTER MARY DENIS LESSARD Biographical: Sister Mary Denis was born in Glendale, entered the Ursuline Sisters of the Roman Union in 1951 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from the College of New Rochelle in New York and a master’s degree in elementary education from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Denis taught at Sacred Heart School in Festus, 1962-65 and 1972-74; Corpus Christi Elementary School in Jennings, 1969-72; Holy Child School in Arnold, 1990-93; and St. Clare of Assisi School in Ellisville, 1994-2000. She also served as a volunteer teacher’s assistant and taught art to kindergartners at St. Margaret Mary Alacoque School in Oakville. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Denis taught in Illinois, Missouri and Texas. She served as the secretary and councilor of the Ursuline community in Arcadia, Mo. About Sister Mary Denis: Since her retirement in 2004, Sister Mary Denis has volunteered at Nazareth Living Center in south St. Louis County.

SISTER MARY THERESE (MARTIN DE PORRES) LEONARD Biographical: Sister Mary Therese (formerly Sister Martin de Porres) was born in St. Paul, Minn., entered the Ursuline Sisters of the Roman Union in 1952 and made her religious profession in 1954. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from Fontbonne University and a master’s degree in counseling from University of St. Thomas in St. Paul, Minn. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Therese served as a teacher, principal and religious coordinator at Corpus Christi Elementary School in Jennings, 1963-71 and 1996-71; and St. Engelbert School, 1986-89, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel School, 1989-93, and Our Lady of Holy Cross School, 1993-2004, all in St. Louis. She ministered as a pastoral associate at St. Martin de Porres Parish in Hazelwood, 2004-12, and held several local leadership positions for the Ursuline Sisters in St. Louis.

www.stlouisreview.com Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Therese served as a teacher and principal and in local community leadership in Illinois and Texas. About Sister Mary Therese: Now residing in New Orleans, Sister Mary Therese serves in a ministry of prayer.

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SISTER MARILYN BURKEMPER Biographical: Sister Marilyn was born in Old Monroe, entered the Ursuline Sisters of the Roman Union in 1961 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in English from College of New Rochelle in New York and a master’s degree in education/counseling from University of Missouri-St. Louis. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Marilyn served at St. Peter School in Kirkwood as a teacher, 1984-91, and religious education coordinator, 1968-73. She also served as religious education coordinator at St. Catherine of Alexandria School in Riverview Gardens, 1996-2002, and teacher and counselor at John Paul II Preparatory High School in west St. Louis County, 2002-04. Since 2005, she has ministered as a resource teacher at St. Ferdinand School in Florissant. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Marilyn was a teacher and principal in Illinois and Texas. She also held leadership positions in several local Ursuline communities. About Sister Marilyn: She serves as a resource teacher at St. Ferdinand School in Florissant.

SISTER MARY (JEAN MICHAEL) LAPPING Biographical: Sister Mary (formerly Sister Jean Michael) was born in St. Louis, entered the Ursuline Sisters of the Roman Union in 1961 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in French from Webster University. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary taught at St. Peter School in Kirkwood, 1966-76; Corpus Christi School in Jennings, 1976-78; and Immaculate Conception School in Arnold, 1979-82. She held many leadership positions in Ursuline communities, including treasurer, councilor and prioress. She also devoted her ministry to environmental issues, 1998-2011. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary provided pastoral care in parishes throughout Missouri.

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 About Sister Mary: Now residing in Kirkwood, Sister Mary serves as prioress of the Ursuline communities in Missouri. She also volunteers as an Englishas-second-language (ESL) tutor.

SISTER MARY JACQUELINE PRATT Biographical: A native of Festus, Sister Mary Jacqueline entered the Ursuline Sisters of the Roman Union in 1958 and made her religious profession in 1964. She received a bachelor’s degree in history from College of New Rochelle in New York and a master’s degree in religious education from Notre Dame Seminary Graduate School of Theology in New Orleans. Service in the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Jacqueline was the religious education coordinator at St. Peter School in Kirkwood, 1968-73, and served as acting president of Ursuline Academy in Kirkwood, 1993-94. She ministered at the Ursuline novitiate in Crystal City as assistant director and then director, 1977-81, and held local leadership positions in Ursuline communities. Service outside the Archdiocese: Sister Mary Jacqueline‘s ministry included serving as a teacher and coordinator of religious education in Illinois, consultant on adult religious education to the Diocese of Springfield, Ill., and associate director of a retreat house in Wisconsin. She also served as local prioress of the Ursuline community in New Orleans and in local leadership positions throughout the Central Province. About Sister Mary Jacqueline: Now residing in Kirkwood, she offers spiritual direction and directs retreats.

2015 is Year for Consecrated Life Pope Francis has called for a special yearlong focus on consecrated life, asking the Church’s religious sisters, brothers and priests to “wake up the world” with their testimony of faith, holiness and hope. October, 2014, through November, 2015, is planned to be celebrated as the Year for Consecrated Life.


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elebrating their service to the Church are priests and brothers from more than 10 communities in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. They have served in many roles, from education to health care, social work and parish administration. Some priests and brothers have served in South America, Africa, other countries or throughout the United States, and others have given their whole lives of service in the St. Louis area. The priests and brothers have touched the lives of countless souls in the archdiocese and beyond. Through their committment to serving God’s people, they inspire us in our faith and help those of us in need. They continue to show the face of Christ to us all.

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FATHER GERARD GARRIGAN Biographical: Father Garrigan was born in St. Louis and attended McBride High School. He joined St. Louis Abbey in 1980, having felt a “yearning for a life of prayer.” He was struck by the monks’ prayer lives and their call to work. “I wanted a contemplative life, but not one markedly separated from the world,” he wrote of his vocation. He completed his studies for the priesthood at the Pontifical Beda College in Rome. Service in the Archdiocese: For 17 years, he was the pastor of St. Anselm Parish. He was a librarian, theology teacher, coach (soccer, basketball, baseball, cross country and track) and chaplaincy director at St. Louis Priory School, and briefly served as the Abbey’s novicemaster. About Father Garrigan: Since 2013, Father Garrigan has served as St. Anselm’s pastor emeritus, ministering to the parish community. He recently published a book of his poetry and prose writing, “The Sacred. The Profane. The Hodiamont,” in which he aims to show that the sacred can be found in a basketball game, a piece of jazz music or other “worldly” experiences that we don’t often think of that way.

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BROTHER MARK KAMMERER Biographical: Brother Mark was born in Peoria, Ill. A convert to Catholicism at age 16, he felt a call to religious life from a young age. He is a graduate of Maryville University with a studio art degree, and while discerning his vocation he was a photographer by trade. He was hired to shoot photos for a vocations brochure at St. Louis Abbey and found while he was at the Abbey that, “it was where I needed to be.” He says the Abbey has been a unique, personal fit for him, with a “unique bal-

ance to it, which is very important.” Service in the Archdiocese: He has held “a ton of jobs” in the monastery, including service as infirmarian aiding older monks and as assistant kitchenmaster. About Brother Mark: He teaches photography at St. Louis Priory School and advises photography project senior theses. In addition to photography, he has studied watercolor, metalsmithing (especially silversmithing) and ceramics. He is experienced in stone cutting to the extent that he can tell by sight alone the quarry from which certain types of stones were taken.

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Cincinnati in 1961 and 1969, respectively; and received master’s degrees from Manhattan College in Riverdale, N.Y., in 1972; Webster University in 1976; Washington University in 1985; and Notre Dame University in South Bend, Ind., in 1991. Service in the Archdiocese: Brother Paul served as a staff member at LaSalle Institute Retreat Center in Glencoe, 1965-90. He ministered as a teacher and counselor at Christian Brothers College High School, St. Louis Community College and Bishop Healey School in St. Louis. He served the St. Louis district as director of finance, 1979-84, and provincial/visitor, 1984-90. Service outside the Archdiocese: Brother Paul has ministered in family services at Mercy Home for Boys and Girls in Chicago since 1990; since his retirement in 2008, he continues his service as a volunteer.

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BROTHER PAUL MEYER

BROTHER PETER WILLIAM HANNON

Biographical: Brother Paul was born in St. Louis, entered the Brothers of the Christian Schools in Glencoe and received the habit as a member of the class of 1964. He received a bachelor’s degree from Christian Brothers College in Memphis, Tenn., in 1967 and a master’s degree from Xavier University in Cincinnati in 1974. Service in the Archdiocese: Brother Paul has ministered at Christian Brothers College High School in St. Louis as a teacher, 1980-95; maintenance superintendent, 1995-2003; and grounds superintendent, 2003-present. Service outside the Archdiocese: Brother Paul served as a teacher in Missouri and Ohio.

Biographical: Brother Peter was born in Chicago, entered the Brothers of the Christian Schools in Glencoe and received the habit in 1964. He received a bachelor’s degree from Lewis University in Romeoville, Ill., in 1968, and master’s degrees from DePaul University in Chicago in 1981 and Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., in 1986. Service in the Archdiocese: Brother Peter has been a history teacher and history club moderator at Christian Brothers College High School in west St. Louis County since 2008. Service outside the Archdiocese: Brother Peter ministered as a teacher for 40 years in Illinois. Over the years, he also has served as a coach, athletic director and yearbook moderator.

BROTHER PAUL McDONOUGH Biographical: A native of Cincinnati, Brother Paul entered the Brothers of the Christian Schools in Glencoe and received the habit in 1964. He received bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Xavier University in

Congregation of the Mission (Vincentians) (CM) 50th, Ordination

FATHER WILLIAM HARTENBACH Biographical: A native of St. Louis, Father Hartenbach entered the Congregation of the Mission in 1955 and was ordained a priest by Bishop George

Gottwald at St. Mary’s of the Barrens in Perryville in 1964. He received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from St. Mary’s Seminary in Perryville in 1960 and a master’s degree in Church history from Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., in 1969. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Hartenbach served as a faculty member at Kenrick-Glennon Seminary, 1969-73 and 1992-95; associate pastor at St. Vincent de Paul Parish in St. Louis, 1995-96; and provincial superior of the congregation’s Midwest province, 1996-2002. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Hartenbach ministered at various educational institutions in California and Illinois and also served as director of the Daughters of Charity in Evansville, Ind. About Father Hartenbach: Now retired, he resides in the Vincentian community residence in Perryville.

Congregation of the Most Holy Redeemer (Redemptorists) (CSSR) 60th, Ordination

FATHER JAMES EARL PATTERSON Biographical: Born in St. Louis, Father Patterson was professed as a member of the Redemptorists in 1949 and was ordained to the priesthood in 1954. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Patterson served as a promoter for Liguori Publications at the Liguori Mission House in Liguori from 1969-70. In 1983, he returned to Liguori to assume the same responsibilities and served as a promoter until he retired in 1997. He remained a member of the Liguori Mission House community until 2009, when he moved to St. Clement Health Care Center in Liguori. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Patterson’s first assignment in 1956 was as a missionary priest in Brazil. He served 13 years at parishes in Coari, Codajas, Manacapuru and Manaus in


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Amazonas, Brazil. He also served as local consultor, as a missionary in Chicago and on the staff of the Spiritual Life Center in Wichita, Kan.

Kansas City, Mo., and was a pastor in Davenport, Iowa. He also served at parishes in Chicago, Grand Rapids, Mich., Wichita, Kan., and Omaha, Neb.

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FATHER FRANCIS THOMAS DANIELSEN

FATHER STEPHEN JOSEPH BENDEN

Biographical: Born in Clinton, Iowa, Father Danielsen was professed as a member of the Redemptorists in 1959. He was ordained to the priesthood in 1964. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Danielsen completed tirocinium (a second novitiate or missionary-pastoral course) at St. Alphonsus “Rock” Church in St. Louis in 1965-66. He completed graduate studies in St. Louis in 1966-68. He joined the Liguori Mission Team based in Liguori in 2003. After five years, he was appointed chaplain in the St. Louis area, serving until his retirement in 2011. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Danielsen began his ministry in 1968 as a faculty member of Holy Redeemer College in Waterford, Wis. He served until 1977, when he began preaching as a member of mission teams based in Chicago and Grand Rapids, Mich. He was elected to leadership in 1987 and served as provincial consultor and then provincial vicar until 1990. Father Danielsen served short-term assignments in parish ministry in Kansas City, Mo., Greeley, Colo., and Chicago. He was a spiritual director at the Spiritual Life Center in Wichita, Kan., and held the same position for one year at the Picture Rocks Retreat House in Cortaro, Ariz. In his retirement, Father Danielsen is living at St. Alphonsus Parish in Grand Rapids.

Biographical: Father Stephen Benden was born in St. Louis. He attended St. Joseph’s Preparatory College in Edgerton, Wis., and professed vows as a member of the Redemptorists in 1987. He was ordained to the priesthood in 1989. Service outside the Archdiocese: Early in his ministry, Father Benden was a faculty member of Holy Name Seminary in Madison, Wis. He served on the staff of Our Mother of Perpetual Help Retreat Center in Oconomowoc, Wisc., for seven years, but most of his ministry has been devoted to parish work throughout the Denver province and in Detroit, Omaha, Neb., and Kansas City, Mo. Father Benden currently serves as associate pastor of Holy Ghost Parish in Houston.

FATHER EDWARD THOMAS MORGAN Biographical: Born in Detroit, Father Morgan was professed as a member of the Redemptorists in 1959 and ordained to the priesthood in 1964. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Morgan completed tirocinium (a second novitiate or missionary-pastoral course) at St. Alphonsus “Rock” Church in St. Louis in 1965-66. He returned to the Archdiocese of St. Louis in 2013 to live in retirement at St. Clement Health Care Center in Liguori. Service outside the Archdiocese: Except for an assignment from 19982002 at the Spiritual Life Center in Wichita, Kan., Father Morgan has ministered exclusively at Redemptorist parishes in the Midwest. He served a total of 18 years, seven as a pastor, in

FATHER THEODORE JOHN LAWSON Biographical: Father Lawson was born in Waukesha, Wis. He attended St. Joseph’s Preparatory College in Edgerton, Wis., and professed vows as a member of the Redemptorists in 1983. He was ordained to the priesthood in 1989. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Lawson lived at St. John Neumann House, a former Redemptorist formation house, in St. Louis in early 2007. In June of that year, he was appointed local superior and director of St. Clement Health Care Center in Liguori, where he served until February 2014. He also served at St. Gerard Majella Parish in Kirkwood. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Lawson has served in parish and retreat ministry in Minnesota, Colorado, Iowa and Arizona. He currently is in residence at Pagani House, on the grounds of the Redemptorist Retreat Center in Oconomowoc, Wis.

FATHER MAURICE J. NUTT Biographical: Father Nutt was born in St. Louis in 1962. He attended St. Joseph’s Preparatory College in Edgerton, Wis., and professed vows as a member of the Redemptorists in 1983. He was ordained to the priesthood by then-Auxiliary Bishop

www.stlouisreview.com Terry Steib of St. Louis at his home parish of St. Alphonsus “Rock” Church in St. Louis in 1989. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Nutt served at St. Alphonsus “Rock” Church Parish in St. Louis as associate pastor, 1989-93, and as pastor, 1993-2002. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Nutt served as director of the Redemptorists/Denver province AfricanAmerican Ministry Initiative in Chicago and as pastor of a parish in Memphis. He recently was selected to serve as director of the Institute for Black Catholic Studies at Xavier University in New Orleans. Father Nutt has written three books, “Thea Bowman: In My Own Words,” “Advent and Christmas Wisdom from St. Alphonsus Liguori” and “Lent and Easter Wisdom from St. Alphonsus Liguori.” He is also a contributor to the African-American Catholic Youth Bible, a collaborative project between the National Black Catholic Congress and St. Mary’s Press that will be published this year.

Franciscan Friars of the Sacred Heart Province (OFM) 60th, Entrance

FATHER EDWIN ALBERS Biographical: Father Albers was born in St. Louis and entered the Sacred Heart Province in 1954. He was ordained a priest in 1961. Father Albers received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Quincy College in Quincy, Ill., and a bachelor’s degree in sacred theology in 1962 from the Pontificium Athemaeum Antonianum in Rome, Italy. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Albers was pastor of St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Oakville from 1986-93. In 2006, he returned to St. Louis and provides assistance as needed to parishes in the archdiocese. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Albers has served at parishes in Illinois, Minnesota and Nebraska.

FATHER WALTER DOLAN Biographical: Father Dolan was born in Somerville, Mass., and entered the Sacred Heart Province in 1954. He was ordained a priest in 1961. He received his master’s degree from Loyola University in Maryland in counseling. Service in the Archdiocese: From 1972-75, Father Dolan was the provincial

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 master of formation for the province. He returned to St. Louis in 1983 and until 1987 was the director of the Office of Ministries as well as the Office of Ongoing Formation. From 1987-90, he was the director of the Office of Friar Formation. From 1990-92 while stationed in St. Louis, he received a sabbatical to do graduate studies in Baltimore at Loyola University. Service Outside the Archdiocese: Father Dolan served in Quincy, Ill., assisting with pastoral formation. He was transferred to St. Joseph Seminary in Westmont, Ill., as the spiritual director and director of apostolic formation, then was assigned to Our Lady of Angels Seminary in Quincy, Ill., as the provincial master of formation. He served in Galena, Alaska, and worked at the Diocesan Office for Family Services. In 1994, Father Dolan was transferred to Parma, Ohio, and served as president of a high school. He later served at parishes in Cleveland. Since 2007, provides assistance as needed to parishes in the for the Diocese of Cleveland, Ohio.

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FATHER MICHAEL GRAWE Biographical: Father Grawe was born in Quincy, Ill., and entered the Sacred Heart Province in 1964. He was ordained a priest in 1970. Service in the Archdiocese: Upon Father Grawe’s return to the United States in 2009, he has been in semi-retirement and provided asistance as needed to parishes in the Archdiocese of St. Louis. In 2014, he was appointed chaplain of the Poor Clares in St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: From 1968 until 2009, Father Grawe was involved in missionary work in Brazil.

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FATHER AUSTIN ALBERS Biographical: Father Albers was born in St. Louis and entered the Sacred Heart Province in 1956. He was ordained a priest in 1964. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Albers served as associate pastor at St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Oakville from 197377 and as pastor from 1978-85. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Albers served at parishes in Ohio, Nebraska and Quincy and Teutopolis, Ill. In 2012, he was assigned to Holy Cross Friary in Quincy, doing providing assistance for parishes in the Diocese of Springfield in Illinois.

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 FATHER MICHAEL CROSBY Biographical: Father Crosby was born in Dunkirk, N.Y., and entered the Sacred Heart Province in 1956. He was ordained a priest in 1964. Service in the Archdiocese: In 1985-86, Father Crosby served as pastor at St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Oakville. He also served as the director of Office of Friar Formation for the province from 1994-99. He was an assistant for the Secular Franciscans from 1994-97. Father Crosby returned to St. Louis in 2002 to St. Germain Friary in Dittmer while ministering at the St. Louis Behavioral Medicine Institute from 200205. During this time, he was also involved in a preaching ministry. In 2005, he was appointed the director of Il Ritiro, located in Dittmer until 2010. Since 2010, he has been providing assistance as needed to parishes in the archdiocese. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Crosby served at parishes in Cleveland, Chicago, New Lenox, Ill., and Petoskey, Mich. In 1967, he was assigned to Quincy College in Quincy, Ill., later appointed the assistant dean of discipline and student religious and, in 1971, appointed academic dean. In 2000, Father Crosby was transferred to a parish in Hawaii where he did spiritual direction and formation for the Diocese of Honolulu.

FATHER BERTIN MILLER Biographical: Father Miller was born in Joliet, Ill., and entered the Sacred Heart Province in 1956. He was ordained a priest in 1964. Service in the Archdiocese: From 1965-66, Father Miller was assigned as the assistant chaplain of St. Anthony Hospital and an instructor at St. Elizabeth Academy in St. Louis. In 1969, he came to St. Anthony Friary in St. Louis as the assistant provincial director of the Third Order until 1970. From 1970-73, Father Miller was on special assignment for the Paracletes. In 1973, he was appointed director of Evergreen Hills Homes in Dittmer and, in 1989, he became the Director of Il Ritiro. From 1991-93, he was the director of the Office of Friar Formation for the Sacred Heart Province. In 1993, he was appointed the director of the Wounded Brothers Project, where he continues in ministry. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Miller served in parishes in Cleveland and Minnesota. In the late 1960s, Father Miller was stationed in Chicago, then moved to Quincy, Ill., as the assistant provincial director of the Third Order.

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FATHER ANDRE SCHLUDECKER Biographical: Father Schludecker was born in Indianapolis and entered the Sacred Heart Province in 1956. He was ordained a priest in 1964. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Schludecker was assigned to St. Anthony Parish in St. Louis from 1998-99 while on sabbatical, and at St. Francis of Assisi Parish in Oakville from 2001-02 as the parochial vicar. From 2003-04, he transferred to St. Germain Friary in Dittmer for a sabbatical. Service outside the Archdiocese: He served at parishes in Ohio, Illinois, Wisconsin, Alaska and Michigan. In 2004, Father Schludecker was transferred to Springfield, Ill., as chaplain to the senior friars of the province and to the Franciscan sisters.

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FATHER WILLIAM BURTON Biographical: Father Burton was born in St. Louis and entered the Sacred Heart Province in 1976. He was ordained a priest in 1989. He attended Catholic Theological Union in Chicago, Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., and later went to Rome for further graduate studies. He received a doctorate in sacred theology from Gregorian University in Rome. He received a master’s degree in higher education from Loyola University in Chicago. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Burton served as an assistant professor, vice president of academic affairs and vice president for mission and ministry at Quincy University in Quincy, Ill. In 200406, he was on faculty at De Paul University in Chicago. From 2006-2011, he did Scriptural workshops and preaching ministry. In 2011, Father Burton accepted a position at St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary in Boynton Beach, Fla., serving as a professor of Sacred Scripture and on the formation staff. His education and travels allow him to work with biblical texts in their original language.

La Salette Missionaries (MS) 50th, Ordination

FATHER JOHN R. NUELLE Biographical: Father Nuelle, often known as Father Jack, was born in St. Louis, entered the La Salette novitiate in 1956 and professed his first vows in 1957.

www.stlouisreview.com He studied at the Gregorian University in Rome, receiving a licentiate in philosophy in 1960 and theology in 1964. He was ordained a priest in 1964 at the La Salette Seminary in Jefferson City, Mo. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Nuelle returned to St. Louis as superior after being elected to the general council and accepted the responsibility of mission procurator for the St. Louis province. Asked to streamline the mission efforts of all four U.S. La Salette provinces, he established the La Salette Mission Center, where he served as the executive director for 16 years. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Nuelle taught at the La Salette Seminary in Jefferson City, Mo., for two years before serving for 22 years in Morondava, Madagascar. During this time he was pastor of several mission districts as well as regional superior. In 1988, he was elected to the general council of the congregation, also serving as secretary general and procurator to the Holy See. About Father John R. Nuelle: After serving as superior in St. Louis, Father Nuelle accepted the position of executive director of the U.S. Catholic Mission Association in Washington, D.C., where he now serves and resides at the La Salette Formation House.

Society of Mary (The Marianists) (SM) 70th, Profession

BROTHER LEO WILLETT Biographical: Born in East St. Louis, Ill., Brother Leo was raised in East St. Louis and Fancy Farm, Ky. He professed first vows in the Society of Mary in 1944 in Galesville, Wis. Service in the Archdiocese: Brother Leo started teaching in 1947. He served at St. Mary’s High School, 1947-53, as a teacher and student council moderator and Chaminade College Preparatory, 1974-78 and 1979-88, as a principal, associate principal, guidance counselor and bookstore manager. Service outside the Archdiocese: As an educator and administrator, Brother Leo served at schools in Nebraska, Texas and Wisconsin. About Brother Leo: He resides at the Marianist residence in San Antonio, Texas.

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FATHER TIMOTHY DWYER Biographical: Born in St. Louis, Father Dwyer professed first vows in the Society of Mary in 1954 in Galesville, Wis. He was ordained in 1968 in St. Louis. He earned a bachelor’s degree in English from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio and attended the University of Fribourg in Switzerland and the Toronto School of Theology for his seminary studies. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Dwyer served as a religion and English teacher, athletics coach, campus minister, and retreat leader. He was at the Institute for Pastoral Life in Kansas City, Mo., where he worked in formation of lay parish leaders, and he served on the Society of Mary’s provincial administration. About Father Dwyer: Father Timothy serves as chaplain of the Marianist Family Retreat Center in Cape May Point, N.J.

FATHER JOHN MANAHAN Biographical: Born in St. Louis, Father Manahan professed first vows in the Society of Mary in 1954 in Galesville, Wis. He was ordained in 1968 in Fribourg, Switzerland. He graduated from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio and received master’s degrees in religious education from St. Mary’s and in counselor education from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: From 1980-83, he was a youth and adult retreat director at the Marianist Retreat and Conference Center in Eureka. He taught religion, Latin and English and served as chaplain at McBride High School in St. Louis, 1968-70; he taught religion and served as a counselor at Chaminade College Preparatory in St. Louis, 1983-88. Service outside the Archdiocese: He taught and served as a counselor at schools in Illinois and Texas. About Father Manahan: He resides at the Marianist residence in San Antonio where he celebrates Mass for the Marianist community and assists at a local parish.

BROTHER IRWIN WACHTEL Biographical: Born in Smithton, Ill., Brother Irwin professed first vows in the Society of Mary in 1954 in Galesville, Wis. He earned a bachelor’s degree in history from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio.


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Service in the Archdiocese: He served in building maintenance and construction at Chaminade College Preparatory for 35 years and the Marianist Retreat and Conference Center in Eureka for 11 years. Service outside the Archdiocese: Brother Irwin served in Texas and Wisconsin. About Brother Irwin: He resides in Eureka, where he continues to serve in maintenance as needed.

schools in Illinois, Texas and Wisconsin. He served as an associate pastor at a parish in Hawaii, as rector of the Marianist American Seminary in San Francisco and as co-director of the Center for Marianist Lay Communities and Lay Spirituality. About Father Doersching: He resides in Hollywood, Fla., where he has served as president of Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory School for six years.

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Biographical: Father Siefert was born in Kansas City, Mo., and raised in St. Louis. He professed first vows in the Society of Mary in 1964 in Galesville, Wis., and was ordained in 1973. He earned a bachelor’s degree in English from St. Mary’s University in San Antonio; a master’s degree in English from Northwestern University in Evanston, Ill.; a master’s degree in moral theology from St. Louis University; a master’s degree in educational administration from the University of San Francisco; and a doctorate of ministry degree from Andover Newton Theological School in Newton Centre, Mass. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Siefert began his teaching career at Chaminade College Preparatory in 1968. He served as a teacher and chaplain at St. Mary’s High School from 1973-76. From 1982-87, he served as the assistant for religious life for the former province of St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Siefert served briefly as a teacher in Colorado. He later served as assistant rector and rector of the Marianist seminary in Toronto. About Father Siefert: Since 1987, Father Siefert has served as president of Chaminade College Preparatory.

BROTHER ROGER BAU Biographical: Born in Milwaukee, Brother Roger professed first vows in the Society of Mary in 1964 in Galesville, Wis. He earned a bachelor’s degree in art history from St. Mary´s University in San Antonio, a master’s degree in administration (non-profit institutions) from University of Notre Dame in South Bend, Ind., and a master’s degree in pastoral studies from Loyola University in Chicago. Service in the Archdiocese: Most of Brother Roger’s ministry as a Marianist has been in maintenance and accounting work. He served at St. John Vianney High School for several years in maintenance, and as a sophomore football coach and campus minister. He also served schools and Marianist novitiate facilities in California, Texas, India and Mexico. About Brother Roger: He resides at the Marianist community on Governor’s Island in Huntsville, Ohio, where he serves as director of retreat ministry and in grounds management.

FATHER LARRY DOERSCHING Biographical: Father Doersching was born and raised in Milwaukee. He professed first vows in the Society of Mary in 1964 in Galesville, Wis., and was ordained in 1973 in Milwaukee. He earned a bachelor’s degree in math and theology from St. Mary’s University, a master’s degree in moral and pastoral theology from St. Louis University and a doctorate of ministry from Eden Theological Seminary. Service in the Archdiocese: From 1974-78, Father Doersching served at St. John Vianney High School in St. Louis as a religion teacher, department chair and campus ministry director. From 1978-80, he served as an administrator and retreat director at the Marianist Apostolic Center in Eureka. Service outside the Archdiocese: His career in education began at Central Catholic High School in San Antonio. He went on to teach and serve in administration at

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FATHER DAVID CARON Biographical: Father Caron was born in Springfield, Mass., and ordained a Dominican priest at the Cathedral of St. Michael the Archangel in Springfield in 1989. He received a master’s of divinity degree from St. John’s Seminary in Boston in 1988 and a doctorate of ministry from Catholic Theological Union in Chicago in 1998. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Caron has served as president of Aquinas Institute of Theology in St. Louis

www.stlouisreview.com since 2012. He ministered as an adjunct professor of theology at both St. Louis University and Aquinas Institute of Theology, 2000-02. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Caron served as director of the Center for Dominican Studies at Barry University in Miami and was socius to the provincial of the Southern Dominican Province in Louisiana. About Father Caron: He participates in preaching engagements around the country for clergy, church and other organizations; serves as chaplain for the American Association of the Order of Malta; and is a member of the International Commission on the Liturgy for the Order of Preachers in Rome. Father Caron enjoys writing and has written articles for Liturgical Ministry Magazine. He also takes pleasure in exercising, reading and relaxing at the beach.

Society of Jesus (Jesuits) (SJ) 70th, Entrance

FATHER JOHN W. PADBERG Biographical: Father Padberg was born in St. Louis and entered the Society of Jesus in 1944. He was ordained a priest by Bishop Edward Hunkeler at St. Mary’s College in Kansas in 1957. He received a master’s degree in modern European history from St. Louis University and a doctorate in intellectual history from Harvard University. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Padberg taught Greek, speech and history at St. Louis University High School from 1951-53. Between 1964-73, he served as professor of history and academic vice president at St. Louis University. Since 1986, he has been the director of the Institute of Jesuit Sources that publishes primary source materials and original works in Jesuit spirituality and history. He also served as the editor of Studies in the Spirituality of Jesuits from 1986-2002. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Padberg served as a research associate for the Jesuit Conference in Washington, D.C., from 1973-75. From 1975-85, he was the president of Weston School of Theology in Cambridge, Mass., as well as the editor of Conversations on Jesuit Higher Education. About Father Padberg: He is a frequent celebrant and homilist at the College Church and a well-known speaker on Church history and Jesuit spirituality.

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FATHER JOHN J. BERGIN Biographical: Father Bergin was born in Maplewood and entered the Society of Jesus in 1954. He was ordained a priest in 1967 by Bishop George Gottwald at St. Francis Xavier (College) Church in St. Louis. Father Bergin received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy in 1960 and a master’s degree in American history in 1968 from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Bergin taught history and religion at De Smet Jesuit High School from 1968-82 and 1992-2007. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Bergin taught English at Rockhurst High School in Kansas City, Mo., gave retreats at Sacred Heart Retreat House in Sedalia, Colo., and taught religion and history at Regis Jesuit High School in Denver. About Father Bergin: He currently serves as the chaplain to De Smet alumni.

FATHER MICHAEL A. MARCHLEWSKI Biographical: Father Marchlewski was born in St. Louis and entered the Society of Jesus in 1954. He was ordained a priest in 1967 in Brussels, Belgium, by Bishop Joseph Cardijn. He received a master’s degree in French in 1970 from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Since 2004, Father Marchlewski has taught theology at St. Louis University High School. He previously taught at De Smet Jesuit High School. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Marchlewski taught English and French at Rockhurst High School in Kansas City, Mo., and he taught Latin and French at Regis Jesuit High School in Denver. About Father Marchlewski: In the summer months, he often assists with confessions and celebrating Masses at Westminster Cathedral in London and Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris. The Father Marco Cup, an annual lacrosse game between SLUH and De Smet, is named for Father Marchlewski, who has served for many years as a spiritual leader for both the De Smet and SLUH lacrosse teams.

FATHER ROBERT F. O’TOOLE Biographical: Father O’Toole was born in St. Louis and entered the Society of Jesus in 1954. He was ordained a priest in 1967 by Bishop George Gottwald at St. Francis

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 Xavier (College) Church. He received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy in 1960 from St. Louis University and a doctorate in Scripture in 1975 from the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome. Service in the Archdiocese: Father O’Toole taught New Testament classes at St. Louis University from 1974-91. He currently serves as assistant to the rector at Bellarmine House of Studies at St. Louis University. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father O’Toole taught Latin and speech at St. John’s College in Belize City, Belize. He taught Scripture at the Pontifical Biblical Institute in Rome, where he also served as rector for 11 years. He was the president of the Gregorian University Foundation in New York from 2003-14. About Father O’Toole: He is a wellregarded scholar on the Gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles.

FATHER MICHAEL N. SMITH Biographical: Father Smith was born in St. Louis and entered the Society of Jesus in 1954. He was ordained a priest in 1967 by Bishop George Gottwald at St. Francis Xavier (College) Church in St. Louis. He received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy in 1960 and a master’s degree in education in 1965 from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Smith served in campus ministry at St. Louis University from 1977-79 and was an associate pastor at St. Francis Xavier (College) Church from 1980-84. He was executive director of Boys Hope from 1985-86 and administrator of St. Matthew Parish in St. Louis from 1986-90. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Smith taught Latin, English and religion at Regis Jesuit High School in Denver. He was a retreat director at Jesuit Retreat House in Cushing, Okla., and a campus minister at Regis University in Denver. He was the associate pastor at parishes in Security and Paonia, Colo. Since 2001, Father Smith has served as pastor at Sacred Heart Parish in Fruita, Colo. About Father Smith: He has nearly completed a fundraising campaign for a new church at his parish in Fruita, Colo.

FATHER WILLIAM J. SNYDERS Biographical: Father Snyders was born in St. Louis and entered the Society of Jesus in 1954. He was ordained a priest in 1966 by Joseph Cardinal Joseph Ritter at St. Francis Xavier (College) Church. He received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from St. Louis University in 1959 and a master’s degree in education in 1964.

St. Louis Review Service in the Archdiocese: Father Snyders taught mathematics and religion at De Smet Jesuit High School from 1968-70 and served as a student counselor there from 1970-81 and 1996-2002. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Snyders taught mathematics at Rockhurst High School in Kansas City, Mo. At St. John’s College in Belize City, Belize, he taught mathematics, English and religion. Since 2002, Father Snyders has served as a pastor, retreat director and prison chaplain in Belize. About Father Snyders: On weekends, he frequently commutes by water taxi to Caye Caulker, Belize, where he celebrates Mass at a parish church and enjoys the beautiful beach.

FATHER ROBERT L. SULLIVAN Biographical: Father Sullivan was born in Denver and entered the Society of Jesus in 1954. He was ordained a priest in 1967 by Archbishop James Casey at Immaculate Conception Cathedral in Denver. Father Sullivan received a bachelor’s degree in philosophy from Spring Hill College in Mobile, Ala., in 1962. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Sullivan taught Latin at St. Louis University High School from 1962-64 and served as assistant to the provincial for pastoral ministries from 1987-97. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Sullivan served as a missionary and pastor in El Progresso, Honduras, and Morazan, Honduras, from 1968-82. He was the pastor at a parish in Pueblo, Colo., and served in parishes and a hospital in Colorado Springs, Colo. Since 2008, Father Sullivan has served in campus ministry at Regis Jesuit High School in Denver. About Father Sullivan: He enjoys serving at Spanish-language parishes in the summer, providing welcome assistance to the pastors who serve there.

FATHER JOHN H. ZUPEZ Biographical: Father Zupez was born in St. Louis and entered in the Society of Jesus in 1954. He was ordained a priest in 1967 by Bishop George Gottwald at St. Francis Xavier (College) Church in St. Louis. He received a master’s degree in mathematics from St. Louis University in 1962. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Zupez taught mathematics and religion at De Smet Jesuit High School from 1970-78 and mathematics and social studies at St. Louis University High School from 1981-82.

www.stlouisreview.com Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Zupez taught mathematics and physics at Regis Jesuit High School in Denver and mathematics and religion at Rockhurst High School in Kansas City, Mo. He taught at Georgetown Prep in Rockville, Md., Scranton Prep in Pennsylvania, and Fairfield Prep in Connecticut. He taught mathematics and theology at St. John’s College in Belize City, Belize, from 198997. From 1997-2006, Father Zupez taught theology and Scripture in several schools in Africa, including Arrupe College and Regional Major Seminary, both in Harare, Zimbabwe. He served as pastor at a parish in Oklahoma City from 2009-2013. About Father Zupez: He recently began prison ministry in the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph. He enjoys playing and teaching the trumpet.

60th, Ordination

FATHER ROBERT R. DEROUEN Biographical: Father DeRouen was born in Trinidad, Colo., and entered the Society of Jesus in 1941. He was ordained a priest in 1954 by Bishop Edward Hunkeler at St. Mary’s College in Kansas. He received a master’s degree in Latin from St. Louis University in 1949. Service in the Archdiocese: Father DeRouen taught English and Spanish at St. Louis University High School from 1956-57 and religion and Spanish at De Smet Jesuit High School from 1967-68. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father DeRouen taught English, Spanish and religion at Kapaun High School in Wichita, Kan., and at Regis Jesuit High School in Denver. From 1982-2013, he directed retreats and did pastoral work in the Archdiocese of Denver. About Father DeRouen: He loves the outdoors and has been an avid cross country skier. He currently serves by praying for the Church and the Society of Jesus at Fusz Pavilion at Jesuit Hall in St. Louis.

FATHER JOHN J. STOCHL Biographical: Father Stochl was born in St. Louis and entered the Society of Jesus in 1941. In 1954, he was ordained a priest by Bishop Edward Hunkeler at St. Mary’s College in Kansas. Father Stochl received a bachelor’s degree in English from St. Louis University in 1947 and a master’s degree in education from Loyola University in New Orleans in 1969. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Stochl has ministered in Belize, Central America, since his ordination. He served as a teacher, counselor and headmaster at St. John’s College in Belize

JUBILARIANS | PAGE 43 City, Belize; established and developed the extension program to provide high school equivalency education to working adults; and was the mission superior from 1977-83. Father Stochl served as the director of the diocesan radio station from 1977-87. He currently serves as pastoral minister at a Belize prison. About Father Stochl: Well-known through the country, he continues to be a featured speaker at a radio station in Belize City, Belize.

FATHER JAMES D. WHEELER Biographical: Father Wheeler was born in St. Louis and entered the Society of Jesus in 1941. In 1954, he was ordained a priest by Bishop Edward Hunkeler at St. Mary’s College in Kansas. He earned a doctorate in pharmaceutical chemistry from the University of Missouri-Kansas City in 1965. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Wheeler was a professor of chemistry and mathematics at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Mo., from 1956-2011. He was named professor emeritus upon his retirement. About Father Wheeler: For many years, he published a newsletter to help his former students keep informed about happenings at Rockhurst University and their fellow alums.

50th, Entrance

FATHER MICHAEL D. FRENCH Biographical: Father French was born in Baltimore and entered the Society of Jesus in 1964. He was ordained a priest in 1975 by Bishop William D. Borders at Loyola College in Baltimore. Father French received a master’s degree in mathematics at the University of Washington in Seattle in 1970 and a master’s degree in computer science from Loyola College in Baltimore in 1991. Service in the Archdiocese: Since 2009, Father French has been serving as a professor of mathematics and computer science at St. Louis University. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father French taught mathematics at St. Joseph’s Prep in Philadelphia and mathematics and computer science at Loyola High School and Loyola College in Baltimore. From 2002-08, he served at the provincial offices of the Maryland province. About Father French: He is a valuable resource on any computer question for the residents and guests of Jesuit Hall.

PAGE 44 | JUBILARIANS FATHER THOMAS E. J. KELLY Biographical: Father Kelly was born in Topeka, Kan., and entered the Society of Jesus in 1964. He was ordained a priest in 1979 by Bishop John Sullivan at St. Francis Xavier Church in Kansas City, Mo. He received a master’s degree in economics from Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kan., in 1964 and a doctorate in health organization research from St. Louis University in 1975. In 1981, he received a master’s degree in pastoral care from the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, Calif. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Kelly served as director of the pastoral care department at St. Louis University Medical Center from 1982-90. At St. Louis University, he served as a human resource specialist from 1992-2008 and as an assistant to the department of enrollment management from 2008-10. About Father Kelly: He has offered insights and advice to superiors and provincials on establishing and improving care for older men in the province.

FATHER HERNANDO J. RAMÍREZ Biographical: Father Ramírez was born in Aquadas Caldas, Colombia, and entered the Society of Jesus in 1964. He was ordained a priest in 1975 by Bishop William Escobar at Jesuit High School in Medellin, Colombia. He received a master’s degree in sacred theology and Ignatian spirituality from Regis College in Ontario, Canada, in 1976. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Ramírez taught Spanish at De Smet Jesuit High School from 1985-91 and served as director of pastoral care and mission services at St. Mary’s Medical Center in Clayton from 1998-2000. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Ramírez served as a missionary in Casa Cural, Yoro, in Honduras from 1976-77 and taught psychology and philosophy at the Institute San Jose in El Progresso, Honduras, from 1977-79. He served as associate pastor at a parish in Denver and as a chaplain at Mercy Regional Medical Center in Laredo, Texas. He was a retreat director at Montserrat Retreat House in Lake Dallas, Texas, and at Ignatius Retreat House in Atlanta. He has been serving at the Jesuit Spirituality Center in Grand Coteau, La., since 2008. About Father Ramirez: He has led many Marriage Encounter weekends in Spanish.

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FATHER THOMAS M. ROCHFORD Biographical: Father Rochford was born in Denver and entered the Society of Jesus in 1964. He was ordained a priest in 1976 by Bishop Juan Arzube at Blessed Sacrament Church in Hollywood, Calif. Father Rochford earned a master’s degree in theology from the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley, Calif., in 1976 and a master’s degree in communication and design from the Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, N.Y., in 1983. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Rochford served as director of Missouri province publications from 1985-94, and has served as provincial assistant for communication since 2009. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Rochford taught English at St. John’s College in Belize City, Belize, from 1970-73. He taught English at Regis Jesuit High School and graphic arts and painting at Loyola University in New Orleans. He served as secretary for communications for the Jesuit Conference in Washington, D.C., and was the secretary for communications at the Curia of the Society of Jesus in Rome. About Father Rochford: He regularly gives retreats at White House Retreat. His hobbies include painting, cycling, and playing the violin.

50th, Ordination

FATHER DONALD M. CUNNINGHAM Biographical: Father Cunningham was born in Vandalia, Ill., and entered the Society of Jesus in 1951. He was ordained a priest in 1964 by Bishop Edward Hunkeler at St. Mary’s College in Kansas. He received a master’s degree in guidance counseling in 1968 and earned a doctorate in educational testing and research from Loyola University in Chicago in 1975. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Cunningham was the director of premedical and predental studies at St. Louis University from 1977-81. From 2000-09, he served as a retreat leader at White House Retreat. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Cunningham served as a chaplain and guidance counselor at the Boys’ Industrial School in Topeka, Kan., and was the dean of faculties at Loyola University Chicago. Father Cunningham served as pastor of a parish in Denver and associate pastor at a parish in Englewood, Colo. He was treasurer and business manager at the Jesuit School of Theology in Berkeley, Calif., and served as

www.stlouisreview.com associate pastor at parishes in Winfield, Ill., and Pana, Ill. About Father Cunningham: He continues to engage in pastoral work in St. Louis and enjoys photography.

FATHER DENIS E. DALY Biographical: Father Daly was born in Casper, Wyo., and entered the Society of Jesus in 1952. He was ordained a priest by Archbishop Edward Hunkeler at St. Mary’s College in Kansas in 1964. He received a master’s degree in English in 1960 from St. Louis University. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Daly served as director of the Sacred Heart program from 1966-81, and as superior and director of White House Retreat from 1982-91. Since 1992, he has served in many roles at St. Louis University, including assistant vice president of development since 2001. About Father Daly: He enjoys movies and stage productions, especially those that feature good music and dancing.

FATHER EUGENE E. GROLLMES Biographical: Father Grollmes was born in Seneca, Kan., and entered the Society of Jesus in 1951. In 1964, he was ordained a priest by Bishop Edward Hunkeler at St. Mary’s College in Kansas. He earned a doctorate in philosophy and education history from Boston College in 1969. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Grollmes held several administrative posts at St. Louis University between 1974-98, including assistant dean of the College of Arts and Sciences, director of the 1818 Advanced College Credit Program and assistant vice president for emergency planning. He also began serving as chaplain for student athletes in 1992 and continues that work today. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Grollmes served as dean of students at Regis College in Massachusetts from 1970-74. About Father Grollmes: He has a ready smile and cheerful laugh. He enjoys reading the morning paper and roots zealously for the St. Louis University Billikens.

FATHER DAVID L. KOESTERER Biographical: Father Koesterer was born in Freeburg, Ill., and entered the Society of Jesus in 1951. In 1964, he was ordained a priest by Bishop Edward Hunkeler at St. Mary’s College in Kansas.

JULY 28-AUGUST 3, 2014 He earned a master’s degree in pastoral studies at Loyola University in Chicago in 1991. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Koesterer taught German and French at De Smet Jesuit High School from 1967-76. He was a retreat and spiritual director at White House Retreat from 1991-2006. Today he continues his work in pastoral ministry in St. Louis. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Koesterer served as pastor or associate pastor at parishes in Sallislaw, Okla.; Colorado Springs, Colo.; and Conway, Mo. About Father Koesterer: He enjoys playing the piano and listening to music.

FATHER LOUIS J. OLDANI Biographical: Father Oldani was born in St. Louis and entered the Society of Jesus in 1951. In 1964, he was ordained a priest by Bishop Edward Hunkeler at St. Mary’s College in Kansas. He received a master’s degree in English in 1962 from St. Louis University. He earned his doctorate in English from the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia in 1972. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Oldani served as a professor of English at Rockhurst University in Kansas City, Mo., from 1971-2011. He became an emeritus professor upon his retirement. About Father Oldani: He has researched and wrote on the development of theater at Jesuit schools.

FATHER JOHN J. WATERS Biographical: Father Waters was born in Denver and entered the Society of Jesus in 1951. In 1964, he was ordained a priest by Bishop Edward Hunkeler at St. Mary’s College in Kansas. He received a bachelor’s degree in modern European history in 1957. Service in the Archdiocese: Father Waters served as the Missouri provincial assistant for pastoral ministries from 1985-87 and as rector of the Fusz Pavilion Jesuit Infirmary from 1987-92. Service outside the Archdiocese: Father Waters served as pastor or associate pastor in several parishes in Honduras and Belize between 1966 and 1984. He was the secretary to the U.S. assistant to the superior general of the Society of Jesus in Rome from 1971-75. He worked in pastoral ministry in Pueblo, Colo.; Dodge City, Kan.,;Garden City, Kan.; and Tulsa, Okla. About Father Waters: He currently serves as a hospital chaplain in Denver.