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August 2009 Lauderdale resident becomes a SalesianPosted: 08.21.09 In an ancient, solemn ritual in the chapel of Don Bosco Prep High School in Ramsey, N.J., Brother Matthew Michael DeGance professed his perpetual vows as a Salesian Aug. 8. Brother DeGance, 32, is a native of Fort Lauderdale, where his parents, Joseph and Jacqueline DeGance, are members of St. John the Baptist Parish. They were among the 200 Salesians, family members and friends who attended the profession rite. Brother DeGance is a graduate of the University of North Florida, Jacksonville, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in physical therapy. He began working as a therapist after graduation. After giving some thought to the diocesan priesthood, he entered the Salesian formation program in 1999 and made his first religious vows in 2001. From 2005 to 2007, he taught biology and theology and directed the intramural sports program at Don Bosco Prep in Ramsey. Since the fall of 2007, he has been studying theology at the Ratisbonne in Jerusalem and spending the summers doing pastoral work at St. John Bosco Parish in Chicago, whose population is mostly Hispanic. He looks forward to diaconal ordination next June and priestly ordination in 2011. More honors for Bishop RomanPosted: 08.21.09 The Union of Cubans in Exile and CRECED, an ongoing reflection group for exiled Cuban Catholics, invite the community to a grand gala dinner honoring Miami’s retired Auxiliary Bishop Agustín Román on the 50th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood and the 30th anniversary of his ordination as a bishop. The dinner will take place Saturday, Aug. 29, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the Doubletree Hotel, 711 N.W. 72 Ave., Miami. Tickets are available by calling 305-297-7108. See McCarthy High’s new fitness centerPosted: 08.21.09 Archbishop Edward McCarthy High School in Southwest Ranches invites the community to a grand opening for its state-of-the-art health and fitness center on Tuesday, Sept. 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. The center, adjacent to the newly opened student and performing-arts center, is a 3,000-square-foot facility featuring custom-made weightlifting equipment, a surround-sound stereo system, and flat-screen televisions donated by McCarthy parent Brian Calaluca, with additional support from the Athletic Booster Club. The health and fitness center completes the first step of Phase Two of the high school’s ongoing capital campaign, “Building on Traditions: Faith, Family, Education and Excellence.” This phase will be completed with the construction of a multipurpose stadium with bleacher seating for more than 2,500, a refurbished track and artificial field turf, and a sports complex with locker rooms, coaches’ offices, concession stand and classrooms. “We are hopeful to have the multipurpose stadium built out and ready for action by August of 2010,” said Stephen Brown, executive director of development and chair of the fine arts department at the high school. To R.S.V.P. or for more information, call 954-434-8820, ext. 244. Knights raise $5,000 for lifePosted: 08.21.09 The Coral Gables council of the Knights of Columbus raised $5,000 for the archdiocese’s respect life ministry during a luncheon Aug. 17 attended by more than 100 people, including Knights of Columbus leaders from around the state and supreme offices. “This experience has caused me to have an even deeper trust in the Lord and appreciation for the generosity of others … and I can’t say enough about the support we have gotten from the Knights of Columbus,” said Joan Crown, archdiocesan director of the ministry. Waldo Toyos and Daniel Biggs, event chairmen, pointed out that the council had been supportive of the respect life ministry for most of the past decade, but the group redoubled its efforts when archdiocesan budget cuts forced the ministry to rely completely on donations to continue its good works. Now, a number of council members and their wives are attending respect life’s volunteer training programs, and others are making monthly contributions through the council to the ministry. Those wishing to make contributions in support of the respect life ministry may do so by mailing a check made payable to “Knights of Columbus” with “Respect Life” in the memo line and mailing it to Knights of Columbus, 270 Catalonia Ave., Coral Gables, FL 33134. Black youths attend liturgical conferencePosted: 07.31.09 Five years after Hurricane Katrina severely damaged New Orleans, the damage is not completely repaired and the most damaged section, Ward 9, remains almost completely in disrepair. Mbofra Ne Nyame, the Afro–centric youth group developed and maintained by the Archdiocese of Miami’s Office of Black Catholic Affairs, attended the Archbishop James P. Lyke Conference there in June. For many of the group, including chaperones, this was their first trip to New Orleans. The conference featured seminars, presentations, demonstrations and workshops on sacred music, liturgy and liturgical dance. The presentations were geared to age–specific groups, such as young children, teenagers, young adults and adults. “The trip to New Orleans for the Lyke Conference was fantastic,” said Glenthea James, a member of Mbofra Ne Nyame. “I learned the history of New Orleans including significant black Catholics (and) activities of slaves who were brought to New Orleans from Africa. This gave me an idea of what my ancestors went through.” Fellow group member Quanterria Simon said, “The Lyke Conference was educational and spiritual. It was a guide that makes me a better person.” Latisha Simon said she enjoyed the worship that taught young people “how God wants us to live. I especially enjoyed the ‘Act Like a Lady’ workshop.” Dolphins player visits Schott CenterPosted: 07.31.09  Courtesy Photo Greg Camarillo of the Miami Dolphins made quite the impression on Schott Communities campers attending the summer literacy camp in Cooper City for children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Wearing big smiles, the children eagerly asked Camarillo about his experiences as a member of their favorite team. One young camper asked Camarillo what the ground felt like, to which he replied, “It’s like hitting concrete, but it’s part of the game and you just keep going.” After tossing the football around for a bit, the campers were delighted to receive Camarillo’s autograph and pose for pictures. On a 27–acre campus in Cooper City, Schott Communities strives to create an environment of dignity and care in which persons who are deaf or disabled are encouraged and challenged to grow in self–acceptance and independence. A number of programs and services are offered including art classes for disabled adults; socials for those who are blind, deaf or disabled; sign language classes; an interpreted Sunday Mass in the chapel; counseling services and “Welcome to My World,” a sensitivity training program. The community also has two residences on the grounds for the deaf or disabled. Mercy, Holy Cross tops in women’s carePosted: 07.31.09 Mercy Hospital and Holy Cross Hospital, south Florida’s only Catholic hospitals, were identified as Women’s Health Excellence Award recipients in a study released by HealthGrades, the leading independent health care ratings organization. This year, 169 hospitals, which represent the top 5 percent of all hospitals in the U.S., were recognized with a HealthGrades 2009/2010 Women’s Health Excellence Award. The recognition is based on a HealthGrades analysis of patient outcomes for the in–hospital treatment of 16 procedures/diagnoses concerning women’s health and maternity care.
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