Bahama Catholic - September 2018

Follow Us @archdioceseofnassau AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2018 THE NEWSPAPER OF THE CATHOLIC ARCHDIOCESE OF NASSAU The Present Discipline of the Roman Catholic Church with Regard to Sharing of Eucharistic Communion J esus prayed that we \"may all be one\" (John 17:21). Unfortunately, the Christian faithful remain divided into various denominations. In light of this because of this commitment to deepening Christian unity that Catholics share in situation, \"the restoration of unity among all Christians\" became \"one of the joint Ash Wednesday services and joint Stations of the Cross during the Season of Lent. However, these services do not amount to sharing of Eucharistic principal concerns of the Second Vatican Council.\"1 This division among Communion. These services are not services of inter-communion. That degree Christians \"openly contradict the will of Christ, scandalizes the world, and dam- of Christian unity has not yet been attained. It is still to be desired and prayed ages the holy cause of preaching the Gospel to every creature.\" 2 Therefore the for. It must not be assumed to be an accomplished fact. Catholic Church has remained steadfast in its commitment to ecumenical dia- logue and has in fact come to see ecumenism as \"a contribution to the unity of Since the time of the Second Vatican Council (1962 - 1965) much progress has the human family\" and \"an indispensable path to evangelization.\" 3 been made in ecumenical dialogue and in relations between Christians of differ- ent denominations. It is largely because of this commitment to the cause of Christian unity that the Continued on page 4 Archdiocese of Nassau is a member of the Bahamas Christian Council. It is SITE OF THE NEW ST. THOMAS MORE PARISH COMPLEX BLESSED Sunday, August 12, 2018 was a momentous day for the parishioners of St. Thomas More Parish. They gathered at the site for the new St. Thomas More Parish Complex, formerly Garfunkel Auditorium, to witness the historic ceremony – the blessing and laying of a cornerstone and time capsule on the structure. Top photo shows: from left to right; Father Anselm Russell, administrator, St. Thomas More Parish, Archbishop Patrick Pinder, Resident Priest, Fr. Junior Calixte, and acolytes, Kyle Sharif, Julyen Pinder and Sean Hall. Right photo: Members of St. Thomas More Parish.

2 Archdiocesan Annual Appeal 2018 GOAL: $ 500.000 “ ...The key to the success of the Annual Appeal is increased participation ’’by the faithful... -Archbishop Pinder Thank you... to all who participated in 2018 Your gift helped these programs, your parish and the community Disaster Relief Fund $60,000 Seminarian, Deacon and Clergy Formation $50,000 This fund is established to assist persons after natural disasters such as At present there are 3 hurricanes. In October 2016 our archipelago was hit by Hurricane young men in formation Matthew. Again last year in September 2017, Category 5 Hurricane for the priesthood. Each Irma disrupted the lives of many residents in MICAL and Ragged month our priests and dea- Island. In the immediate aftermath, shipments of water, food, building cons also attend regular supplies and appliances were provided for residents. This was separate Pastoral Days, and an annu- from building materials and repairs for our Archdiocesan properties for al retreat for their ongoing damages sustained in 2016 as well as further assistance to those in formation. Our cost in Grand Bahama who had outstanding repairs following Hurricane 2017 was $128,637.00. Matthew. Your Annual Appeal gift will assist with the Disaster Relief Fund. Last year $286,000 was spent. Hurricane relief and repairs in E.W.T.N. $11,000 2016 was $678,000.00 Archdiocesan Humanitarian Relief Fund $20,000 Eternal Word Television Network is a Catholic Channel (Cable Channel 657). It is very popular with both Catholic and non-Catholics alike. The This fund helps families negatively affected by the downturn in the annual cost is $25,000. national and global economies. With this fund, the Archdiocese assists families through the parishes with vouchers for the purchase of food Family Island Parish Assistance $149,000 and prescription medicine. This parish- based relief effort is conducted on a case -by -case basis. Each year excess funds are placed in a Reserve The Archdiocese subsidizes the operational expenses of most Family Fund. Island Parishes. In 2017 our assistance was $577,646.00. This cost included building repairs and the purchase of vehicles.

3 Communications $25,000 WHY IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE A PLEDGE? This supports the upkeep of our Communications Studio as well as our radio programs that are produced The Catholics Archdiocesan Annual Appeal is our major there, such as Crossroads on ZNS 1, our newspaper fundraiser in the Archdiocese of Nassau. Each year parishes are the Bahama Catholic, and the archdiocesan website. requested to challenge their members to participate and become Last year’s cost was $88,000.00. more involved in taking responsibility for the local church here in The Bahamas. Along with funding various programs in the archdiocese and the community, the CAAA is also designed to assist the parishes in their fundraising efforts for their specific needs. Education Endowment Fund $25,000 DID YOU KNOW… Catholic Schools have been serving the edu- •The Catholic Archdiocesan Annual Appeal has served as a cation needs of the Bahamian community for source of major fundraising for the parishes due to the Parish 128 years. In order to continue to meet this Sharing Formula. vital need for the social development of our community, this fund seeks to provide a solid • In 1991, due to escalating cost of property insurance, cata- financial foundation for our Catholic Schools strophic cover-age on all properties became unaffordable. as we move into the future. Once the endow- ment has attained a sustainable level, this •Of the 50, 000 Catholics in the Archdiocese fewer than 3000 fund will cease to be a part of the case of the participate in the Appeal. CAAA. •Pledges come in all varieties, from $1.00 per week to over Archdiocesan Pastoral Programs $65,000 $10.000.00 (we appreciate any gift plan in proportion to your budget). The Pastoral Programs funded by our Archdiocese for the spiritual care and guidance of the faith- ful and the wider community are Samaritan Ministry, Family Life programs such as - special coun- •Your gift can be paid all at once, monthly or quarterly. seling for families who suffer violence and abuse, and Marriage Preparation. Other Pastoral Ministries include: * Youth and Young Adult Ministry * Religious Education * Rite of Christian •Every pledge is critical! Initiation for Adults (RCIA). Last year’s cost was $200,926.00. WAYS TO GIVE… Archdiocesan Insurance Fund $80,000 •Pledges and Payments for the CAAA can be given to your In 1991, due to the escalating cost of Property Insurance, catastrophic coverage on all our proper- Pastor, a CAAA parish representative, your parish office, or ties became unaffordable for us. One of the factors that resulted in the price increases in our brought to the Annual Appeal Office at the Chancery Office on region, which includes the Caribbean and North America, is the loss experienced inthese regions. West Street, Nassau, Bahamas. At that time the Archdiocese of Nassau established an Insurance Fund, but continues to purchase catastrophic coverage on selected properties and fire coverage on all properties with a local insur- •Bahamian checks (or US Dollar checks drawn on local banks) ance carrier. The Archdiocesan Insurance Fund was established to work toward a goal of full self- should be made payable to “Catholic Archdiocesan Annual insurance for our properties, and make our coverage more affordable. Once the fund reaches a Appeal”. level that can accommodate losses sustained from catastrophes without the fund being depleted, we will transition to full self insurance for catastrophic losses. The cost to insure all of the •For U.S. Tax Purposes: Please make checks drawn on U.S. Bank Archdiocesan properties the last fiscal year was $571,000.00. Accounts, payable to “Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Nassau Foundation, Inc.” The tax ID# is 11-379-8061. Benedictine Sisters’ Retirement Fund $15,000 Gifts for 2018 can still be received up to December 2018 The Archdiocese continues its commitment to the for this important Ministry in retirement fund of the Benedictine Sisters at St. Martin’s Monastery. The annual contribution is now our Archdiocese $15,000.

4 AROUND THE ARCHDIOCESE The Present Discipline of the Roman Catholic Church with Regard to Sharing of Eucharistic Communion Continued from page 1 of the sacraments leads us to hold that \"Eucharistic com- Footnotes: munion is inseparably linked to full ecclesial communion and 1 Second Vatican Council, Decree on Ecumenism Unitatis So much so that it is not uncommon for Catholics to attend its visible expression.\" 8 Redintegratio (21 November, 1964), par. 1. services with their non-Catholic family members or friends, Unfortunately, denominations or \"ecclesial communities frequently in the context of family functions such as bap- derived from the Reformation and separated from the 2 Unitatis Redintegratio, par.1. tisms, weddings, funerals or other special events. Catholic Church, have not preserved the proper reality of the 3 Pope Francis, Apostolic Exhortation on the Proclamation Eucharistic mystery in its fullness, especially because of the of the Gospel in Today's World Evangelii Gaudium (24 In these situations many Catholics wonder whether they absence of the sacrament of Holy Orders.\"9 Therefore, November, 2013), par. 245-246. should receive communion when visiting a non-Catholic Eucharistic intercommunion with these communities is not 4 Catholic Church, Directory for the Application of service, especially seeing that some of these services seem possible for the Catholic Church and it is not appropriate for Principles and Norms on Ecumenism (25 March 1993), quite similar to the Catholic Mass. The presiders at the serv- Catholic to receive communion at the services of these com- par. 129. ices have at time gone so far as to invite Catholics to partici- munities. It is also for these reasons that \"in general the pate in communion. In these situations, Catholics \"are Catholic Church permits access to its Eucharistic commun- 5Code of Canon Law, c. 844, in Code of Canon Law: Latin- encouraged to take part in the psalms, responses, hymns and ion and to the sacraments of penance and anointing of the English Edition (Washington, DC: Canon Law Society of common actions of the Church in which they are guests.\"4 sick, only to those who share its oneness in faith, worship America, 1999). However, Catholics should not receive communion at non- and ecclesial life.\"10 Therefore, non-Catholics should not Catholic services. It is the law of the Catholic Church that receive communion when attending a Catholic Mass. 6-8 Directory for the Application of Principles and Norms Catholics lawfully receive sacraments from Catholic ministers on Ecumenism, par. 129. alone.5 Rather than receiving communion in a non-Catholic commu- 9 CCC, 1400 nity, Catholic are encouraged to make a spiritual communion. The Catholic Church believes that \"a sacrament is an act of This is the practice of cultivating \"in our hearts a constant 10 Directory for the Application of Principles and Norms Christ and of the Church through the Spirit\" and \"its cele- desire for the sacrament of the Eucharist.\"11 Furthermore, on Ecumenism, par. 129. bration in a concrete community is the sign of the reality of Catholics are invited to use that moment to pray for the unity its unity in faith, worship and community life.\"6 We also of all Christians and join their prayer to Christ who prayed 11Pope John Paul II, Encyclical Letter on the Eucharist and believe the sacraments, especially the Eucharist \"are sources that we \"may all be one\" (John 17:21). its Relationship to the Church Ecclesia Eucharistia (17 April of the unity of the Christian community and of spiritual life, 2003), par. 34. and are means for building them up.\"7 This understanding GUIDELINES that these will lessen and finally disappear, in keeping with Christ's prayer for us \"that they may all be one\" (John FOR THE RECEPTION OF COMMUNION 17:21). FOR CATHOLICS Because Catholics believe that the celebration of the Eucharist is a sign of the reality of the oneness of faith, As Catholics, we fully participate in the celebration of the life and worship, members of those churches with whom Eucharist when we receive Holy Communion. We are we are not yet fully united are ordinarily not admitted to encouraged to receive Communion devoutly and frequent- Holy Communion. ly. In order to be properly disposed to receive Communion, participants should not be conscious of FOR THOSE NOT RECEIVING grave sin and normally should have fasted for one hour. HOLY COMMUNION A person who is conscious of grave sin is not to receive the Body and Blood of the Lord without prior sacramen- All who are not receiving Holy Communion are encour- tal confession except for a grave reason where there is no aged to express in their hearts a prayerful desire for unity opportunity for confession. In this case, the person is to with the Lord Jesus and with one another. We refer to be mindful of the obligation to make an act of perfect this as an act of spiritual communion. This is the proper contrition, including the intention of confessing as soon action for Catholics who may be in attendance at a non- as possible (canon 916). A frequent reception of the Catholic Church. Sacrament of Penance is encouraged for all. FOR NON-CHRISTIANS FOR OUR FELLOW CHRISTIANS We also welcome those who do not share our faith in Jesus Christ. While we cannot admit them to Holy We welcome our fellow Christians to the celebration of Communion, we ask them to offer their prayers for the the Eucharist as our brothers and sisters. We pray that peace and the unity of the human family. our common baptism and the action of the Holy Spirit in the Eucharist will draw us closer to one another and begin to dispel the sad divisions which separates us. We pray

5 HAPPY ANNIVERSARY BLESSINGS Archbishop Patrick C. Pinder, STD, CMG Fr. Glen Nixon Sr. Jacinta Neely, OSB Sr. Janis Coakley, OSB Archbishop of Nassau Rector, St. Francis Xavier Cathedral July 11- 55 years (Religious) July 11- 50 years (Religious) August 24 - 30 years (Priesthood) August 15 - 15 years (Episcopal) Archdiocese to launch a new Study Program Introduction Are you the person you want to what he called the Theology of the to the be? Are you happy and ful- Body. This teaching calls everyone to filled? Wondering if there’s an authentic understanding and living Theology more to life than just “getting by” and out of what it means to be created of the Body are you ready to focus on what really male and female in the image and like- matters? ness of God, and Catholics and non- By Christopher West Catholics alike are embracing it. Then join us on Tuesday, October 2, Through an in-depth reflection on the 2018, when the Archdiocesan Office Scriptures, the Theology of the Body Mr. Jeffrey and Pasqualina Hoford of Family Life will launch an exciting addresses the two most fundamental Program Facilitators new study program - “An Introduction and universal questions including: to the Theology of the Body”. It is II’s Theology of the Body. He serves simply a new way of proclaiming and •What is my life’s purpose? officially as a research fellow and fac- making alive the Gospel we are called •What does it mean to be “made in the ulty member of the Theology of the to profess. It is a new method, a new image and likeness of God?” Body Institute near Philadelphia. way of speaking and with a new •What is the real meaning of my sexu- enthusiasm. ality? Mr. Jeffrey and Pasqualina Hoford •How can I find happiness and fulfill- who have participated in several for- The Theology of the Body is renew- ment? mats of this program in Trinidad with ing marriages, awakening vocations, both adults and teenagers, and who are healing deep personal wounds, and The program features eight, half hour, trained facilitators for the study of the setting people free to live the life of DVD presentations by Christopher Theology of the Body will be the pro- greatness for which they were created. West. In this study you will: gram’s facilitators. Mrs. Heather This is no passing theological fad but a Christie-Smith will assist them. rich, refined understanding of our • Learn why the redemption of our Catholic faith. sexuality is the key to happiness. So, if you desire to discover and live • Develop a \"new lens\" through which out the fullest meaning and purpose of What is the Theology to see the world with greater clarity. your left, then this study is for you ! of the Body? • See how God’s mystery is revealed through the body and spousal love. Theology of The Body (TOB) is a • Discover the truth behind the lies of compilation of 129 Wednesday audi- lust and pornography and how they ence addresses delivered by Pope John can be overcome. Paul II from September 1979 to • Learn the language of sexual love. November 1984, on the topic of Human love in the Divine Plan. Christopher West is recognized Pope John Paul II devoted the first around the world for his work in major teaching of his pontificate to teaching and promoting St. John Paul

6 SITE OF THE NEW ST. THOMAS MORE PARISH COMPLEX BLESSED Photos by Catherine Gomez A conceptual drawing of the new St. Thomas More Parish Parishioners were taken on a tour, led by Archbishop Pinder of Complex. When completed the space will include: a new church the construction site of the new St. Thomas More Parish Complex, following the blessings and laying of the cornerstone. (seating capacity 300), a Blessed Sacrament Chapel, a Sacristy, a Parish Hall, the Parish Office, Bathrooms, a covered gathering According to Fr. Junior Calixte, girl. “I am so excited. This is long space (or narthex) and a Bell Tower. Resident Priest, the parish commu- overdue, however, nothing before nity has long prayed for a new the time,” she added. sanctuary for St. Thomas More. “God has answered in a big way! Pauline and Thomas Dean were This great blessing from the Lord elated. They have been members is a great testimony of our Catholic for over thirty years and have Faith, reinvigorating the historical happy memories of their wedding significance of the site,” he added. ceremony in the existing church. “I “We thank God for gifting our am thrilled that we are almost in Archbishop with the vision and the final stages of completion of wisdom to commission this sub- our new church building. We can stantial project. It is an honor for now see the rewards of our Archbishop Patrick Pinder scripture reading by Archbishop Items placed in the time capsule us to witness this and we show our fundraising efforts over the years, recently announced that Pinder, followed by the blessing of included a copy of that Sunday’s gratitude to God by supporting and for that I am grateful. Mrs. the new worship space of the time capsule and cornerstone. Bulletin, a group photo of each each other. We pray that God will Dean said that she is also thankful St. Thomas More would be located As the parishioners sang the hymn, ministry of Saint Thomas More continue to bless this project, to Archbishop Pinder for moving in the renovated Garfunkel “How Great Thou Art”, the Parish, the list of the names of all which has begun in His name, and this project forward and anticipate Auditorium on Madeira Street. Archbishop entered the structure the parishioners, and photo of bring it to completion,” the pastor celebrating the 1st Mass with him That structure had served as part and blessed the four corners and Archbishop Patrick Pinder greet- said. in the beautiful new edifice. of the Aquinas College campus walls. A tour of the interior led by ing His Holiness Pope Francis. Longtime parishioner, Donna until the school relocated to its the Archbishop concluded the cer- Carrer recalled attending Mass in beautiful new campus facilities on emony. the first chapel as a nine-year-old Gladstone Road. St. Thomas More Church’s roots The new St. Thomas More Parish date back to the 1940’s. The first A Brief History On Sunday, August 12, 2018, a cer- Complex will include: chapel was the existing single-story emony was held to bless the con- • A new church (seating capacity building on the eastern border of The Mission of St. Thomas More Parish began in the mid-20th cen- struction site, cornerstone and 300) the parish property, which now tury, in the period when a Jewish merchant called Joseph Garfunkel time capsule for the new St. • Blessed Sacrament Chapel serves as the parish hall. The pres- was developing the residential and business sectors of Palmdale, in Thomas More Complex. Despite • Sacristy ent St. Thomas More Church con- the area around what is now known as Madeira Street. Parish recol- the inclement weather, a large • Parish Hall struction was built in 1952. lections note that Garfunkel gave the Catholic Church a tract of crowd of excited parishioners was • Parish Office land on the northern side of Madeira in thankfulness for his wife’s present to witness this historic • Male/Female Restrooms, For many of the parishioners, recovery from a serious illness. The church then bought acreage on event. • A covered gathering space (or especially longtime members, the the side of the location of Aquinas College. Garfunkel also donated narthex) reality of this project is not only the auditorium that bears his name. -(Excerpts from the book, Years The ceremony commenced at four • Bell Tower exciting but a dream come true. of Favour ) o’ clock with the invocation and

7 Director of Stewardship and Annual Appeal attends AEC Stewardship Conference Members from fourteen archdioceses of the Antilles Episcopal Conference (AEC) gathered at the Seminary of St. John Vianney and the Ugandan Martyres, Mt. St. Benedict between August 7-9 to explore three subject areas under the umbrella of Stewardship and Development. This event was a follow-up to two others held in 2017 in Atlanta, Georgia and Castries, St. Lucia involving Catholics in supporting the mission of their local church. The meeting was facilitated by Executive Director of the International Catholic Stewardship Council (ICSC) Michael Murphy, which has provided leadership in Christian stewardship formation and insti- tutional Catholic philanthropy for more than 25 years. Back row (from left): Michele Roofe, Kingston, Jamaica; Deacon Carlyle Glean, St Over the days of Conference, members learnt the importance of articulating, especially to the faith- George’s, Grenada; Yvonne Alexander, Roseau, Dominica; Michael Murphy, ful, the ways in which the local Church provides for the spiritual wellbeing of its people and its Executive Director, ICSC; Noleen Azille, St John’s Basseterre, Antigua and Barbuda; involvement in the transformation of society. Fr Noel Leslie, Belize City, Belize; Deacon John Douglas, Castries, St Lucia; Fr Francis Arumainathan, Kingston; Bro Chris Meyer, Montego Bay, Jamaica and The attendees were reminded that when the people are aware of and are invited into the mission of Najette Abraham, Port of Spain. Front row (from left): Corrol Fagan, Kingston; the Church, they are eager to offer support in whatever way they can by sharing their expertise or Crystal Lewis, Georgetown, Guyana; Lynda Johnson, Bridgetown, Barbados; Jennifer through financial support. Lee, Port of Spain; Fr John Persaud, AEC General Secretary; Rock Beharry, AEC/ICSC Representative/Georgetown; Guillaume Woei A Jin, Paramaribo, The group voiced many aspirations for networking among the AEC dioceses for greater communi- Suriname; Dr Diana Davis-Smith, Mandeville, Jamaica; Catherine Lewis, Kingstown, cation, collaboration, and formation. They also hoped for the partnership between the AEC and St Vincent and the Grenadines; and Michelle Mitchell-Lloyd, Nassau, Bahamas. ICSC to be strengthened. -Kaelanne Jordan, Catholic News.

8 Brothers answer call to priesthood All ordained priests share a received the same calling, it came in years, he still felt empty and experi- years later, he made a weekend retreat common brotherhood in different ways and at different times. enced a strong draw to dedicate his and received “a grace.” Finally, he their bond of ordained life However, the two said that their reg- life completely in service to God and made the decision to enter seminary and ministry; however for Fathers Jay ular attendance at Mass and involve- neighbor. to really discern the urges he had felt and Richard Cartwright this experi- ment in church activities growing up, for so many years. ence creates an even deeper bond as made it easier to hear and acknowl- Jay recalls that he could not get rid of It soon became clear to him, that the brothers. edge God’s calling. the sense that God was inviting him priesthood was his way of giving his to more. “I struggled for years trying life in service to the people of God. Fr. Richard Cartwright was ordained Richard revealed that it was actually to figure out how was God inviting He began studies at St. Meinrad in 2016. When Fr. Jay Cartwright fol- Jay who first felt the calling to the me to be of service, use my gifts and Seminary and School of Theology in lowed him into the sacred priesthood, priesthood, and secretly kept this talents and be fulfilled.” 2012. the pair became the first Bahamian desire to himself for many years. brother-priest duo. While still searching, Jay says he made For Richard, he has fond memories Before his journey to the priesthood, a pilgrimage to Javier, Spain, (the as a young boy gazing towards the The brothers and their parents Jay admits that he “wrestled” with the birthplace of St. Francis Xavier) and altar observing the priests celebrate recently sat down with Bahama decision to go to seminary. “I resisted describes this trip as a profound Mass. “I saw a joy on their faces as Catholic to share their experience of for quite some time, I was not excited experience that made his faith “come they served. I always thought to this special journey to priesthood and about the idea of turning my life alive.” “That trip opened my eyes to myself… one day I want to experi- what it is like to have two priests in upside down,” he confessed. the possibility of serving God as a ence that same happy feeling.” one family. priest.” So, he decided to put his knowledge However, Richard admits, that Journey to priesthood and gifts with technology at the serv- In 2009, he was appointed Director throughout his teenage years, even ice of others by becoming a teacher of Youth and Young Adult Ministry thought he still served on the altar, he Even though the brothers both in the Berry Islands. After a few for The Archdiocese of Nassau. Two lost interest in the priesthood and “ We have different personalities but I began to consider another career believe we compliment each other… we paths. find balance in each other, we keep ’’each other grounded... This was not God’s plan for him, however! Due to the onset of illness, Richard soon discovered that he needed a kidney transplant. The brothers noted that this was a very difficult time for the Cartwright family. Despite this, their faith in God and in the Church grew even stronger. Richard considers this time of his life a testing and trying one. He felt defeated and confused. “I was healthier because of the trans- plant, but at the same time I was not healthy,” he recalls. Continued on page 9

9 Continued from page 8 The priests both agree that it is also because of their parents’ example of living the faith and their vocation to marriage that influenced their decision. It was during the recovery period he says, he really started to know who God was, as a lot of his time was spent in prayer. While many parents may oppose the idea of their sons becoming Catholic priests, and express thoughts like …“I will be losing my son or I won’t have any grandchildren.” As time went on, “God began to speak to me, once again through many people. I began to feel that I was being called, as I now understood why I went through what I did. This Many may ask, “ Why did Albert and Janet Cartwright, sacrifice not one but two sons to transformative journey has an unchanging theme; “faith and trust,“ Richard says. the Catholic Church?” They don't see it is a sacrifice at all. Brotherly love “It was God’s calling. We just stepped back and let God’s will be done. It is God’s plan, we respected and embraced it and supported them.” The evening Jay was ordained to the priesthood was truly one of greatest days of my life, said Fr. Richard. He recalls becoming very emotional. I felt a sense of comfort; I was a very The proud parents say they never questioned or discouraged Richard nor Jay’s decision to proud baby brother. In fact, when Richard gave his older brother the “Kiss of Peace”, at join the priesthood. his ordination, he whispered the words; “I love you,” to him. As they reflected on their sons’ path to priesthood, Albert and Janet says they saw love for “I am so happy he has chosen this vocation and it is my prayer that he finds joy and that God and His Church, in both Jay and Richard early in their lives. “We realized that the boys he will experience a deeper love of God, as I have,” he added. were gifts from God and they didn't belong to us - but to God. As responsible Catholic parents we saw to it that the boys received all of their sacraments and got involved in The brothers who were born three years apart agreed that while they are very close and church activities.” Both Richard and Jay were altar servers. have a lot in common they are “very different”. Jay was described as the reserved, no non- sense, independent brother, whereas Richard is the talkative, free-minded and more outgo- Janet describes Jay and Richard as complete opposites, but says the one thing they do have ing one. in common is their love for God. “This makes me happy.” However they admit that “giving” their sons to God and the church took courage, tears, “We have different personalities but I believe we compliment each other… we find balance and a whole lot of prayers. in each other, we keep each other grounded.” “To those parents whose sons have a vocation to the priesthood, our advice to them is that “Jay loves to give advice, but never likes to take any,” according to Richard. He remembers they need not worry about it being a sacrifice, but to trust in the Lord and His plan.” giving him a few ideas for one of his first homilies – “but of course Jay being Jay, he did his own thing! “Richard said laughing. Destined to be Catholic Priests The brothers believe there is an extra special bond between them now that they share the Albert’s father, the late Bruce Cartwright a catechist on Long Island desired to be a same priestly vocation, even though Jay, who is assigned as Associate Pastor of Holy Family Catholic priest for many years, but was not afforded an opportunity to become one, mainly Parish has only been a priest for a few months. The common experience of priestly min- because of family obligations. He prayed every day that one of his sons or grandsons istry is yet one more thing they can discuss. would. Do the brothers regret not doing their priestly formation at the same seminary? However, grandpa Bruce’s wishes were never revealed until a few days before Richard was “Noooooooo,” they both exclaimed. ordained a deacon in 2015 by Deacon Patrick Darville, grandpa Bruce’s childhood friend. Deacon told the family that it was his prayer for years, but unfortunately he didn't live to “Seminary life is challenging. It is meant to challenge and form each seminarian to be the see it. best version of themself for the sake of the people they will one day be called to serve,” Jay explained. Today, grandpa Bruce is proudly looking down from heaven at not one but two of his grandsons who are Catholic priests. “And, with our dynamics, I know we would have interfered with each other’s formation. A large part of formation getting to know who you are, to discover yourself, it is a time when God is inviting you to his holiness.’’ The fact that they received their formations at different seminaries gave them space to do this personal work. Family ties Even though the duo now have priestly/min- Fathers Jay and Richard istry duties, they still make time to spend time Cartwright pose with together as brothers and with their family. For parents, Janet and Albert the Cartwrights, family bonding is important. and grandmother Meldora Cartwright at Every Sunday, they gather for family dinner at Richard’s ordination to their parents home. “Family is very important the priesthood in 2016. to us, we meet on every occasion to share meals and just to catch up.” Jay and Richard have an older brother, Victor and a sister, Wanda.

10 Seven young people represent The Bahamas at AEC Youth Conference “In order for our Catholic youth and young adults to become agents of remedial action and change to the realities that undermine the integrity of marriage and family life, a conversation and assessment of the present reality is important”. - Archbishop Kenneth Richards Chairman of AEC Youth Commission The Archdiocese of Nassau was responsi- Matthew did an excellent job in breaking The Bahamian contingent pictured from left to right: Megan Virgil (SFX), Peter Ikediugwu ble for preparing Chapter Eight of “Amoris down the document, “Amoris Laetitia” as (SH), Youth/Young Adult Director, Julie Ritchie-Bingham , Vernon Davis (SA youth leader), Laetitia” which focused on how the Church he made it easy to follow, interactive and Geovanni Robinson (SFX), Monika Grant (SH youth leader), Julyette Pinder (STM), Julyen “accompanies” divorced and/or separated engaging. Another positive attribution of Pinder (STM), Selwyn Roberts (STM) and Sasha Knowles (SH). Catholics through their journey – during the conference was the breakout sessions On July 11, 2018, seven eager foundation set at the 2015 conference and after their divorce and/or separation. with the bishops. These sessions were very youths and three adult leaders left which was held in Antigua. effective as they fostered a space where the The Bahamas to join hundreds of We incorporated audio clips from divorced young people were able to have a more one Catholics as well children of divorced par- on one conversation on the topics being their Caribbean Catholic brothers and sis- Each (Arch) diocese was asked to prepare a ents. We asked them questions such as how addressed in the general assembly. ters in Martinique for the 6th AECYA con- presentation based on Pope Francis’ they felt the Church treated them as they ference under the theme: “Youth Apostolic Exhortation: Amoris Laetitia to were going through their separation and or We also loved the great mix of French and Transforming the Caribbean Family”. The be shared at the conference. Archbishop divorce. In addition, we interviewed our English in all of the liturgies. Our young conference was held on July 10-23, 2018. Kenneth Richards, Chairman of the AEC Judicial Vicar, Fr. Kendrick Forbes, Fr. people loved the lively and inspirational Youth Commission & Archbishop of Noel Clarke and the Director of Family songs from around the Caribbean and com- We left not knowing what to expect but Kingston (Jamaica), stated that it is the Life, Mrs. Agatha Cartwright, to get their mented on how they were able to follow excited to the possibilities. hope of the AEC Youth Commission that pastoral perspectives. To view the presenta- mass even though most were said in the young people approach their prepara- tion, please find us on YouTube – JCJ 2018 French. It was in those moments that they According to the Antilles Episcopal tion of the presentations with the under- Louanges du Mercredi 18 Julliet (starting at realized and appreciated that even though Conference (AEC) Youth Commission, this standing of God’s plan as outlined in 1:19:20). we may all have different worship styles, we conference forms part of its 5- year plan Scriptures, as interpreted by the teachings all have at the center of our faith the for the renewal of family life in the of the Church,as well as Fr. Matthew Ragbir, S.T.L. of the Eucharist which unites us as one Catholic, CbuairlidbbWoenaacnthrahenodeaconnttinsfueaeps toryaeirnntigcceiap: baonutst their own personal reflec- Archdiocese of Port of Spain (Trinidad & Apostolic Church. tion and experiences of Tobago), gave the keynote address at the marriage and family life. conference. Our delegation thought Fr. (Sasha Knowles – 16 yrs old Sacred planned for us. Heart): Getting together with the youth The Stations of the Cross recreated by some of the was a great way to learn about the differ- youths on Friday evening was a show to behold! The resi- ent cultures and lifestyles of the dents of Martinique presented to us scenes of Jesus’ grievous march to Calvary and death on the cross. We Caribbean. It also gave me an opportu- nity to communicate with and relate to were also treated with dances between each station that others my age. I spent most of the skillfully followed the music’s tempo. The play was well week with youth from Barbados and thought out and rehearsed. Jamaica, who were full of life and a Living with the host families in Martinique was definitely joy to be around. I also had the a new experience for me. The two host families that I opportunity to interact with youth lived with—one in the outskirts of the city and the other from Guadeloupe and St. John’s- near the center of the city—welcomed me into their Basseterre (British Virgin Islands), homes with open arms and even introduced me to some one of which was an altar boy in of their delicacies. On the last day with the first host training to be ordained as a priest. I family, we went to a restaurant to celebrate a birthday of was able to exchange contacts with one of the family members. The second host family took those I met so that we could stay us to a river nearby, showing us an aspect of Martinique’s connected beyond the youth natural beauty. In addition to this, I was given a gift on assembly. Everyone was nice and departure as appreciation for spending time in their relaxed, making it easy to engage homes with them. These little things made my time in in all the activities the AECYA Martinique special. - Continued on page 11

11 Pope Francis’ message to young people Referencing our roots: Alright for today and tomorrow: but we also need yesterday. We can’t of the Antilles: “Look to your roots” imagine tomorrow without considering yesterday. We can’t contemplate the future without reflecting on the past. You are getting ready to transform something that has been given to you Below please find the complete translation from the Spanish of Pope Francis’ video message to by your predecessors. Your history comes from yesterday, your traditions come from yesterday. the young people of the Antilles. They were a part of the 6th Antilles Episcopal Conference You have roots. And this is what I want to focus on for a moment: you can’t do anything in the Youth Assembly, from July 10-23, and focused on how to transform the Family in the present, or in the future, if you are not rooted in the past, in your history, in your culture, in Caribbean in line with Amoris Laetitia. your family; if you don’t have deep-seated roots inside you. It’s from your roots that you will get the strength to continue. None of us, neither you nor me, were manufactured in a laboratory: The challenges of transforming: I greet with affection, you young people who want to trans- we have a history, we have roots. And everything we do, the results we achieve, the beauty we form the Caribbean family. It’s a big job, eh! You obviously have courage and want to get create in the future, all comes from those roots. involved. So go ahead! A poet concludes his great poem with this verse: \"Everything the tree produces, derives It's a challenging issue. And you're young. But I do wonder: are you young people, or young from what it is beneath it\". You too, always return to your roots, refer to your grandparents and people who have grown old? Because if you are young people who have grown old, you cannot your parents. Talk to them. And then bring it all with you into the future. That is transforma- do anything! You have to be youthful young people! It takes all the strength of youth to be able tion: when there are roots, then you have the strength to transform the family. It is a transform- to change things. And the first thing you need to do is check to see if you have made yourselves ing tension. We cannot transform without tension. too comfortable. It’s not a good thing if you have. You need to make it uncomfortable for those who have made themselves too comfortable, and get involved. The eternal strength of love: I told you how the heart of Amoris Laetitia is in Chapter Four. How to live love. How to live the love of the family. Discuss Chapter Four with one another. You want to change things, you want to move forward. You have taken seriously the indications You will find a lot of strength there to go forward and to transform things. And don’t forget of the Post-Synodal Exhortation on the Family, and you want to move ahead with transforming something else: love has a strength all its own. Love has its own strength. And love never ends. the family of the Caribbean. You want to transform it today for tomorrow: working in the pres- St. Paul says: \"Faith and hope will end when we are united with the Lord, but love will continue ent to build the future. And today, if you want to understand the present, you must know how with Him\". You are transforming something that is for all eternity. This own strength of love to describe it, how to understand it, in order to face tomorrow. To make the journey from today that will remain forever. to tomorrow, you need the teaching on the family, and you can find it in the Chapter Four of the Exhortation: the heart of it is there. Study it, examine it, and you will have the guidelines You have a lot of work to do! Keep going. May God bless you. I pray for you, and I ask you you need to move forward. please do not forget to pray for me. Goodbye. - Vatican News Continued from page 10 their home. Even though she knew little English she always communicat- (Megan Virgil – 18yrs. old St. ed with us. The second host family Francis Xavier Cathedral): I was consisted of a mother and her son blessed to be able to attend the 2018 and daughter. “Mama” was a very AECYA youth assembly in loving person and she showed us Martinique, and I also got the oppor- love from our arrival. Her daughter tunity to meet some very hospitable Maly and son Maxim were also very people. loving and open. In the end I can say that my host families have made the During the first week I lived in the learning experience better as they mountains with a lady named Marina both taught me something new and I and her son and husband, they made in turn taught them something new. I sure that we had everything we need- feel as though we all learned some- ed and that we were comfortable in thing valuable about family life and can share with our friends and church community. The days we went to the parish cultural nights that took place during were activity filled days that the conference, some countries allowed us to interact with dif- shared interesting facts and some ferent nationalities and to bond shared in the form of poetry and and share our knowledge about dance and song. We performed a our changing world with one Bahamian dance with a melody of another and gain knowledge our rake and scrape songs. Jamaica, from one another. Those days Martinique and Dominica just to allowed us to make long-lasting name a few also performed a dance friendships. It also exposed us and in some case a song, showcasing to the different types of cul- their culture. Overall this experience tures that all exist in the was a great one and if I could do it Antilles Islands and how much all over again I would be happy to as we are all alike and different at it has changed my life for the better. the same time. Continued on page 12 Culture was really shown at the

12 JoyFruits of the Spirit: an attitude of gratitude, we can overcome life’s Many people confuse joy and happiness. They are many challenges and experience JOY. We feel joy not synonymous. We feel happy because of exter- Joy is prayer, BY HELEN G. CAMPBELL when we are spiritually connected to God and nal factors. Something or someone makes us feel Joy is stength people. We choose. happy. Happiness is extrinsic and transient. Joy There is an old Spanish proverb that states on the other hand is intrinsic: that deep down Joy is love “Unshared joy is an unlighted candle”. Picture “Whatever is true, whatever is honourable, feeling when we know that life is worthwhile. Joy Joy is the net of love abject darkness!! Not a single light! Can whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is not the absence of troubles but the faith and By which you can catch souls ! we see anything? Now light that candle. One sin- is lovely, whatever is gracious, if there is any knowledge that God remains with us throughout gle light that allows us to see; a small action that excellence and if there is anything worthy of our troubles. Joy is so much more permanent. -Mother Theresa changes the entire picture. This is what joy does praise, think about these things.” “Happiness is elusive and can be wiped out to our perspective. Recently I read a story in in a second, but abiding JOY from the Lord which a lady tells how she overcame depression. ~Philippians 4: 8 Her prescription came, not from a bottle, but by is like a deep river down in your heart that discovering that as she did for others, she did for Many years ago, a friend and I spent the day just just keeps flowing.”. ~ Barbara Johnson herself. She found her joy. We can find joy in the idly and happily browsing. It was actually one of little things and pass it on to another person. It our favourite pastimes when life did not seem so JOY comes from the belief that we need only lay may just be at the very moment when the other much of a roller coaster. Spending time in book- our burdens at the foot of the cross and all will be person needs it most. A kind word! A smile! stores was the best part. It was during one of well. The true believer in Christ is so filled with Shared laughter! It is one thing that we can give these jaunts that we discovered the author the joy of the Holy Spirit that one cannot miss the freely. It will cost us nothing while it will yield Barbara Johnson. Her humour-laced books warmth and exuberance that exudes from them. great returns. Even in the midst of misery, one always carried these funny, outrageous titles, while Just picture this person so filled with the joy of can find joy. inside was the soul of a lady who laughed despite the Holy Spirit that they seem to be floating on all the challenges that she and her family were air. Not a word has to be said to receive their “Use what you have to enrich the lives of experiencing. That day when we discovered her message. In many cases they may be the only others, and you will soon find your own books, we sat on the floor in the bookstore and Christ that someone sees. Mother Theresa said, cup running over with JOY” ~Barbara laughed our heads off as we browsed through “A person filled with joy preaches without preach- them. We decided that we would each buy differ- ing!” Let that Joy bubble out of us, knowing that Johnson. ent books and then exchange. That did not hap- God’s enduring love is unconditional. When we pen. Reading them was too wonderful an experi- come to that point in our lives, when we know for As we change our focus, as we see the beauty in ence. We eventually got our own. Reading her sure that God is in charge, it is then that we can life, as we count our many blessings and as we live books can teach us to release that bubble of JOY choose to live a life of JOY. within us. Love helped her through her storm, while Joy took birth and propelled her through “Weeping may endure for a night, life. But JOY comes in the morning.” ~Psalm 30: 5 was presented in our daily lives. We did exer- Mark your calendars cises with each other and were given other exercises to try within our own families. EVENT: SEARCH Re-Birth X (Application deadline Wed. Oct. 3) This was an eye-opener into what God (our DATE & TIME: Friday-Sunday, October 12-14 Faith) is teaching on dating, marriage, VENUE: Emmaus Centre divorce and how to get through struggles as a family. He also opened our minds into EVENT: BASIC RETREAT what we may be doing wrong as individuals. (Application deadline Wed. Oct. 31) He emphasized that in order to help others DATE & TIME: Friday-Saturday, November 2-3 we must first take a look into our lives and VENUE: Emmaus Centre make changes and then we are able to do the same within our families. We should live by EVENT: Archdiocesan Youth Pilgrimage example! (New Providence) DATES: Friday, October 19, 6:30 p.m. Continued from page 12 But perhaps most rewarding was my person- The experience of living with host families is St. Francis Xavier Chapel al growth. It was invigorating to see youth something that I will continue to cherish. I Saturday, October 20, 7:00 a.m. Vernon Davis – youth leader St. Anselm): bursting with love for their faith and God. built a bond with both of the families St. Francis Xavier Cathedral When one hears the word ‘Catholic’, one The high energy style of worship took some because of their great hospitality. Despite (application deadline is October 9, 2018) normally envisions clergy (our Pope or adjustment but re-energized my passion for the language barrier with both families, we priests wearing vestments), refers to our rich youth ministry. I wish all youth could experi- were still able to find ways to communicate. EVENT: Theology on Tap history or mentions Mary and other promi- ence and foster this pride for their faith. I The first family knew a bit more English DATE: Wednesday, Oct 17, 7:30 p.m.-10 p.m. nent figures. But after my AECYA experi- left the conference with a new appreciation than the second, so we were able to help VENUE: Taj Mahal, Parliament Street. ence, the word ‘Catholic’ has taken on an for our church and the universal spirit of them with their English and they taught us a entirely new meaning. Being welcomed into what it means to be Catholic. little French. They made sure every day we the home of complete strangers and leaving left we took snacks and water with us, like as strong, spiritually connected “family” was (Monika Grant – youth leader Sacred they told us, “You never know what is there never something I imagined in a million Heart): We had the opportunity to share for you, but you know what you left home”. years. My experience with my host families with one another in smaller groups which will forever be etched in my heart as they far were led by Archbishops and Bishops where They all made us feel a part of their families exceeded expectations. Despite language bar- we further delved into the Amoris Laetitia, and welcomed into their homes, both fami- riers, a foreign diet (primarily vegetarian) and the document that was presented by other lies also told us that when we want to come the absence of household regulars such as dioceses (islands) and Father Matthew of back that their homes are always open to us. toilet seats and window screens, the French Archdiocese of Port of Spain. I chose to sit Caribbean fusion of culture, customs and in the sessions led by Archbishop Gordon of daily living was quite enjoyable. Port of Spain. He went into depth in allow- ing our minds to fully grasp how to use what

13 New crucifix installed at St. Francis Xavier Chapel A beautiful 4 foot 8 mahogany Crucifix, built by Randolph Sands was placed above the altar of St. Francis Chapel recently. Painted by artist Nelo Meicholas, the images on the Crucifix depict Christ’s crucifixion, Saint Francis Xavier and Saint Therese of Lisieux, the Patron Saints of our Archdiocese as well as the Holy Spirit. The back of the crucifix bears Archbishop Pinder’s coat of arms. The new crucifix was installed under the watchful eyes of Archbishop Pinder and Randolph Sands. Archbishop Pinder and Fr. Remy David pose for photo with Confirmation candidates from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Haitian Community in Grand Bahama. The celebration was held at St. Vincent de Paul Parish, Hunter, Grand Bahama on Sunday, August 26, 2018.

14 Aquinas Students shine at World Scholar’s Cup Global Round The Aquinas College World Scholar’s Cup Junior and Senior teams qualified to compete at the prestigious World Scholar’s Cup Tournament of Champions at Yale this year. The first “global” round followed a few weeks later, bring- ing together students from Korea, Singapore, and the United States. For the past 11 years the Cup has celebrated the joy of learning, providing a tournament as rewarding for the team that came in last place as for the team that won. It seeks to motivate students from around the world not just to demonstrate their existing strengths but to dis- cover new ones. Aquinas College World Scholar Cup junior and senior team members, along with principal, Shona Knowles, Members of the Aquinas College team secured numerous and parent chaperones displaying our National flag at the tournament in Barcelona, Spain. awards at the World Scholar’s Cup 2018 Barcelona Global Round including Top 25% - Challenge Literature (Dariq The Aquinas College World Scholar’s Cup Junior and Centre’s doors for the Opening Ceremony and seeing Chase), Top 30% - Challenge Science – (Malik Knowles), Senior teams qualified to compete at the prestigious groups of people holding up signs. It was very interesting Top 25% - Champion Scholars (Danae Morrison), Top World Scholar’s Cup Tournament of Champions at to see that other people from other parts of the world 30% - Challenge Literature and Top 30% - Challenge Yale University this year. wanted to know about our interests, how we live, and what History (Arianna Milsap). Most impressively six Aquinas we believe in. It was amazing!” She continued: “Around College students, the Senior and Junior teams, qualified for “Let’s Talk.”, “Come talk to me, I would like to be your the world we have so much discrimination, but at the the World Scholar’s Cup Tournament of Champions. friend.”: These were the signs greeting the Aquinas College World Scholar’s Cup there was none. Everyone accepted As the other members of the team relive their life changing World Scholar’s Cup (WSC) team as they entered the doors you for who you were and you were free to be yourself.” adventure, the other half of the team is hard at work of Centre de Convenciones Internacional de Barcelona for preparing for Yale. Danae, Arianna, Jacovia, Jasmine, Dariq the Opening Ceremony of the 2018 World Scholar’s Cup Aquinas College World Scholar’s Global Round team mem- and Canaan will attend the World Scholar’s Cup Global Round Barcelona. Holding the signs were groups of bers included T'Ron Strapp, D'Ron Strapp, Canaan Cooper, Tournament of Champions: Yale University, USA. The participants from Israel, one of the 56 countries represent- Antonio Thompson, Dariq Chase, Tamia Moss, Jasmine event will be held at Yale University November 16 – 21. ed at the event. It was the first “sign” of the globally Hanna, Malik Knowles, Arianna Milsap, Zyhria Curry, minded celebration of learning that awaited. Jacovia McKenzie and Danae Morrison. The team qualified The students all agree that their time at Aquinas College to advance to the Global Round after a spectacular showing significantly contributed to their success at the World The Aquinas College students had made the 10-hour jour- at the World Scholar’s Cup Bahamas Round. Scholar’s Cup. “Aquinas College helped us a lot in prepar- ney from Nassau to Barcelona, Spain just two days before ing for the World Scholar’s Cup, not just intellectually but the Ceremony. Having gotten lost along with their chaper- The theme for the WSC this year is 'An Entangled World'. also socially”, explained Antonio. He added: “When I first ones on their first day in Spain, the students had quickly Teams for the World Scholar's Cup is usually composed of came to Aquinas in grade seven the first thing that struck figured out the Barcelona Metro. Arriving at the three students, each team participates in the four standard me was the loving environment of the school and the fact Convention Centre brimming with confidence and buzzing round events. The competition has a senior and junior that the teachers and administrators were willing to help with excitement, nothing could have prepared the students level. Every WSC round features four competitive skill you. Aquinas College also teaches the importance of work- for the unforgettable experience they were about to have. building events: Team Debate, Collaborative Writing, ing with others to achieve a goal. The World Scholar’s Cup Scholar’s Challenge (applying learning across six WSC sub- has the same loving environment as Aquinas and teamwork Aquinas College World Scholar’s Global Round team mem- jects) and Scholar’s Bowl. is important in order to advance in the WSC rounds.” bers included: Jasmine Hanna, Aquinas College World Scholar’s Cup Team Member, relayed the significance of Founded by Daniel Berdichevsky the first World Scholar’s Shona Knowles, Principal, Aquinas College expressed her that initial encounter: “The first thing I remember about Cup took place in Korea in 2007. gratitude to donors, “I would like to especially thank the the Barcelona Round was walking into the Convention Aquinas Class of 1968, Aquinas Class of 1998, Bernard Hanna and Matt Maura, the business houses and the friends of Aquinas who pledged their sponsorship to our 2018 Aquinas College World Scholar’s Cup teams.” Mrs. Knowles added: - “The scholars proved to be great ambas- sadors for Aquinas, the Catholic Board of Education and by extension The Bahamas. Their interaction with scholars from the 57 countries is unforgettable. The world may be entangled; but I am sure that friendships made in Spain will span a lifetime. The overall achievement of the Aquinas College scholars serves as a true testament that the holistic curriculum taught in Catholic schools prepares our scholars for the global village.

15 Dedication of new Sanctuary at Church of the Resurrection Parish With the completion of its sanctuary reno- “Up to now, The Church of the Resurrection Parish vation project, The Church of the has been the smallest of our church buildings on Resurrection Parish celebrated another New Providence. Now, with the completion of the milestone. It was the second and most significant first phase of the renovation, you have a sacristy phase of the Church’s structure. The new sacristy, which is among the first in our Archdiocese,” he gathering space and restrooms were completed in told the parishioners. October 2017. There is no need now the Archbishop told those Archbishop Patrick Pinder consecrated the new gathered to refer to Resurrection as the Cathedral of altar and blessed the refurbished sanctuary during the South. “This is not a cathedral. This is a place the 8:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, June 17. with its own unique beauty. This is the Church of the Resurrection and its uniqueness now speaks for In his homily, Archbishop Pinder made reference to itself.” the prophet Ezekiel, speaking of the Lord bringing low the high tree and lifting high the lowly tree, All the furniture for the sanctuary was custom-made withering up the green tree and making the with- by Mr. Randolph Sands and described by the ered tree bloom. He pointed out that the phrase, Archbishop as “a work of beauty for the glory of “The Lord will lift high the lowly tree,” should God.” stand out to all of us, and we acknowledge that the Lord in a very special way has “lifted high the The new mahogany wood altar has the unique fea- lowly” at the Church of the Resurrection. ture of 12 nodules, which represent the 12 apostles. Similarly on the ambo there are four nodules in Archbishop Pinder anoints the new alter with sacred chrism. front, representing the four Gospels; on its sides are three nodules that represent the Holy Trinity. Top photo: The new mahogany wood altar has the unique feature of 12 nodules, which represent the 12 apostles. Similarly on the ambo “These signs point us to the deeper reality we (right photo) there are four nodules in front, representing the four acknowledge each time we gather around the table Gospels; on its sides are three nodules that represent the Holy of the Word and Eucharist,” the Archbishop said. Trinity He thanked all those whose efforts and contribu- tions assisted in bringing the church community to this day and urged the faithful to continue to move forward. “You now have a flying start. Let us continue soar- ing upward, acknowledging that at the Church of the Resurrection, the Lord, in a very special way, has lifted high the lowly. Let us rejoice and be glad,” the Archbishop, concluded. The new sanctuary has brought such light and openness into the church, say a lector and longtime parishioner. “ It is like that first breath one takes on a glorious morning at sunrise. The atmosphere in the church has been enhanced tenfold, all the intricate details and excellent workmanship lends one to marvel at God’s handiwork thorough the hands of men.” Church of the Resurrection faithful members attend Mass for The furniture from ceiling to floor in the new sanctuary the Dedication of new altar on June 17. was crafted by Mr. Randolph Sands (Pictured a left). Standing next to him are parishioners, Judith Evans and Hilda Gaitor. Right photo shows Ashton Julien on the trumpet.

Saint Martin Monastery COME & SEE Benedictine Discernment “Rabbi, where are you staying? ... Come and you will see”- John 1:38 DAY RETREAT Sunday, October 14, 2018 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. St. Martin Monastery Nassau Street Please contact Sister Marva Coakley, OSB @ (242) 323-5517 [email protected]