Caritas - Fall 2019

Caritas Fall 2019 ...the Love of Christ impels us A publication of the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Caritas From Our Provincial is published by the Office of Mission Dear Friends, Advancement for the U.S. Province of the “Come, follow me!” This simple Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. yet irresistible invitation from Jesus was all that was needed Fall 2019 Edition for those first twelve Apostles to leave all else behind and follow Sr. Barbara Thomas, ASCJ Him. I believe it was not just the Provincial Superior words themselves that persuaded them; rather, it was this incredible Sr. Mary Lee, ASCJ encounter with Jesus whose love Vice Provincial for each Apostle seemed to heal every ache and stir a joy they had Sr. Colleen Therese Smith, ASCJ never known. Director of Mission Advancement During this Clelian Year of Vocations for the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, we celebrate Jesus’ call to give one’s total Vanessa Pereira life in love, service and reparation. This selfless love is alive in Marketing & Communications Manager our Sisters at every stage of their consecrated life—from those who recently professed first and perpetual vows to those Sisters Editors who celebrated milestone jubilees of 25 to 80 years! Maura Donohue With Blessed Clelia’s beatification still fresh in our hearts, we Sr. Virginia Herbers, ASCJ are spending this year in gratitude for the gift of our vocations, Sr. Sharon Kalert, ASCJ renewing our commitment to the Sacred Heart of Jesus as Vanessa Pereira daughters of Mother Clelia and women of the Church. We are Sr. Colleen Therese Smith, ASCJ praying daily through the intercession of Blessed Clelia that many more young women will hear Jesus’ call, encounter His Major Photography loving gaze and have the courage to answer, “Yes!” Cheryl Cronin As I begin my service as Provincial Superior of the United States Vanessa Pereira Province, I am humbly aware that our lives of ministry to the people of God would not be possible without your ongoing Contributing Photographers generous support. Thank you! We are deeply grateful for each Colleen Barry of you and assure you of our daily prayers. Blessed Clelia still Sr. Maureen Flynn, ASCJ speaks to each of us when she writes “What a great privilege it Sr. Barbara Thomas, ASCJ is to be loved by God!” May you each encounter the Heart of Christ and know His incredible love for you! Design Vanessa Pereira United in the Sacred Heart of Jesus, Printing Sr. Barbara Thomas, ASCJ Gateway Printing Services Provincial Superior Front Cover Sr. Catherine Ann Phillips, ASCJ receives the black veil and crucifix of a professed Sister from Sr. Barbara Thomas, ASCJ, Provincial Superior, during the Mass of Religious Profession celebrated on July 26, 2019. She is seen kissing the crucifix that she will wear for her entire life as an Apostle. (Photo: Cheryl Cronin)

Meet Our New Provincial Leadership A new Provincial Council was installed July 14, 2019. We are pleased to introduce you to our new leadership team! Sr. Barbara Thomas, ASCJ – Provincial Superior Sr. Diane Mastroianni, ASCJ – Councilor Sr. Barbara is a lifelong educator with many years of Sr. Diane entered the Apostles in 1991 and began her experience in administration. For the past 12 years she ministry at Our Lady of Pompeii School in New York. She served as the first-ever President of Cor Jesu Academy in also taught in Rhode Island and served at Santa Maria St. Louis. She began her ministry in education, teaching School in the Bronx for 16 years, first as a teacher and math and science at the elementary level. She went on to then principal. In 2016, Sr. Diane returned to Our Lady teach at high schools, including Sacred Heart Academy in of Pompeii as principal. This is her second term on the Hamden, CT—her alma mater—and Cor Jesu Academy. Council. She is an avid fan of the Boston Red Sox. After transitioning into educational administration, Sr. Mary Grace Walsh, ASCJ, Ph.D. – Councilor she served as principal of schools in Missouri and Sr. Mary Grace is Provost for Education, Evangelization Connecticut. She entered the Apostles in 1971. and Catechesis for the Archdiocese of Hartford, and Sr. Mary Lee, ASCJ – Vice Provincial and Treasurer President of Saint Thomas Seminary. Prior to working for Sr. Mary entered the Apostles in 1987. She spent 17 years the Archdiocese, she was Deputy Superintendent and then as a missionary in Taiwan, where she taught various Superintendent and Secretary of Catholic Education and subjects at a Catholic elementary school. After returning Faith Formation for the Diocese of Bridgeport. She entered to the United States in 2016, she was appointed to her first the Apostles in 1975. Sr. Mary Grace has a green thumb term as Treasurer. Earlier in her ministry, Sr. Mary taught and enjoys outdoor flower gardens. at Sacred Heart Academy and St. Joseph in New York’s Sr. Sharon Kalert, ASCJ – Secretary Chinatown district. Growing up, Sr. Mary aspired to be an Sr. Sharon served as an elementary and secondary school Olympic athlete. teacher for many years across the country. From 2008 to Sr. Angela Gertsema, ASCJ – Councilor 2017, she ministered at Cor Jesu Academy in St. Louis— Sr. Angela entered the Apostles in 2002 and began her her alma mater—where she taught English and served as ministry in elementary education, teaching at schools in the English Department Chairperson. Sr. Sharon entered New York and Connecticut. She also taught in Taiwan the Apostles in 1974 and enjoys sewing in her spare time. from 2015-2017. Sr. Angela currently serves as Vocation Director and Postulant Directress. She enjoys learning Pictured above from left are Sr. Sharon, Sr. Angela, Sr. Mary, Sr. new languages and about different cultures. Barbara, Sr. Mary Grace and Sr. Diane. 3

For Love Alone “Lord, You have called me; here I am.” A native of St. Louis, Sr. Catherine, 28, grew up in a large Catholic family. She first came to know the These words were spoken from the heart by Sr. Apostles as a student at Cor Jesu Academy, an all-girls Catherine Ann Phillips and Sr. Christine Marie high school founded by the Apostles. It was then that Rattini moments before each professed vows of chastity, she first felt called to religious life. But she also had poverty and obedience—offering their lives in response thoughts of marriage. to God’s call. Sr. Catherine went on to earn a Bachelor’s degree in What inspires two women, with different life Nonprofit Leadership and pursued a career in the field. experiences and backgrounds, to selflessly offer their All the while, the idea of religious life kept coming to entire being in service to God’s people? The answer is mind. By August 2016, she finally answered the call. simple: love. “I have come to believe that God places you where “I felt the invitation from God to give Him everything, you need to be,” she said. “I was drawn to the Apostles to love in an expansive way and to share my heart with because of the way they live out their consecration in all God's people,” said Sr. Catherine, who professed first the world—with joy, hope and realism.” vows as an Apostle on July 26, 2019, at Sacred Heart Chapel in Hamden, CT.

Above: Sr. Catherine Ann Phillips receives her veil and crucifix; she and her parents present the Offertory gifts. Below: Sr. Christine Marie Rattini signs her perpetual vow formula; she is greeted by the Most Reverend Juan Miguel Betancourt. On the morning of July 27, 2019—only 16 hours after Sr. Catherine 5 made her first vows—Sr. Christine professed perpetual vows as an Apostle of the Sacred Heart of Jesus at a Mass celebrated by the Most Reverend Juan Miguel Betancourt, Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Hartford. She had waited and prepared for this day since entering the Congregation in August 2010, and it was made all the more memorable as it coincided with her birthday. “My heart was overflowing with joy,” said Sr. Christine, 37. “What an incredible gift to profess my vows perpetually to the Sacred Heart on my birthday, of all days. That’s God’s full gift!” The youngest of seven children, Sr. Christine grew up in Troy, MO. Her devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus, she said, was planted in her heart at an early age; every parish to which she belonged over the years was called Sacred Heart Parish. “I couldn’t escape the Sacred Heart,” she laughed. “So when I met the Apostles, their devotion to the Sacred Heart and His merciful love resonated with me. I knew this was where I was called.”

Becoming People often wonder about the process of becoming an Apostle. As we focus on the gift of consecrated life, we would like to share an an Apostle overview of our formation process. These stages of formation are designed to allow each candidate to listen and discern God’s call as she learns about the charism, spirituality and ministries of the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Pre-Postulate: Women seeking to discern if they are called to be an Apostle work with our vocation director and get acquainted 1 with our Sisters. Those desiring to spend an extended period of time in mutual discernment with the Congregation may do so during a pre-postulate program at our Provincialate. The aim is to help each candidate grow in self-knowledge and discern whether she has the prerequisites to begin a formative journey with the Apostles. 2 Postulate: The two-year postulate is the first official stage of formation and a time of human and spiritual growth. During the postulate the candidate continues to discern and verify the authenticity of her call to live the charism of the Apostles, to deepen her relationship with Christ and to participate in the ministry of the Congregation. 3 Novitiate: At this stage, the candidate becomes a member of the Congregation. The novitiate consists of two years: a canonical year dedicated to the study of the vows, theology, and the history and spirituality of the Apostles; and an apostolic year in which the novice participates more fully in the community life and ministry of the Congregation. This stage is dedicated to helping the novice internalize the evangelical counsels of chastity, poverty and obedience as she grows in the charism of Blessed Clelia. 4 Juniorate: Upon professing first vows, the candidate enters the juniorate. This is the final stage of initial formation and a period of temporary vows, which are renewed annually for five to nine years until the Sister is ready to profess perpetual vows. During the juniorate, the Sister continues her spiritual formation, professional preparation and apostolic experiences. She spends two years in an international juniorate community at our Generalate in Rome and the other years ministering within a local apostolic community in the United States. The juniorate is a time of preparation for the total gift of self to God in the profession of perpetual vows as an Apostle. A Lifelong Journey Although the defined formation process ends upon professing perpetual vows, each Apostle of the Sacred Heart of Jesus continues on the formative journey every day of her life. This lifelong journey requires the Sister to assume an attitude of constant discernment as her relationship with Jesus deepens. To that end, the Congregation regularly provides formative programs for the Apostles and encourages each Sister to participate in spiritual and theological offerings at the local Church level.

Jubilee Celebrations It was a milestone summer of jubilee celebrations as 14 Apostles marked the anniversary of their religious profession. Together, these Sisters represent an astounding 780 years of service to God’s people! Above: On July 20, 2019, the Most Reverend Frank J. Caggiano, Bishop of the Diocese of Bridgeport, celebrated Mass at St. Rita Church in Hamden, CT for this year’s Golden and Silver jubilarians. Celebrating 50 years were Sr. Marialice Ackermann, Sr. Cora Lombardo, Sr. Deborah Lopez, Sr. Maureen Martin, Sr. Benjamin Merlotti, Sr. Jude Ruggeri and Sr. Nancy Strillacci. Celebrating 25 years was Sr. Diane Mastroianni. The group renewed their vows in the presence of Mother Miriam Cunha Sobrinha, our Superior General, and Sr. Barbara Thomas, Provincial Superior. Below: Six Apostles celebrated 60 or more years of consecrated life in a Mass held June 29, 2019, at Sacred Heart Manor Chapel in Hamden, CT. Celebrating 60 years were Sr. Eleanor Perfetto and Sr. John Martin Sullivan. Celebrating 65 years were Sr. Maria Battaglia and Sr. Anthony Novara. Sr. Theodore Bollati celebrated 75 years and Sr. Dolorita Colianni marked her 80th year. “What a great privilege it is to be loved by God.” -Blessed Clelia Merloni

Living History: The Apostle Legacy Exhibit An interactive exhibit dedicated to the Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and the lasting legacy of our foundress, Blessed Clelia Merloni, opened to the public on June 28, 2019, at Sacred Heart Manor in Hamden, CT. Featuring museum-quality displays, audio recordings, videos, artifacts and photos, the Apostle Legacy Exhibit provides an in-depth look at the charism and life of the Apostles—from our arrival in the United States to the present day. “This exhibit is a true tribute to the legacy the Sisters have left here in the United States,” said Sr. Virginia Herbers, ASCJ, who spearheaded the creation and design of the exhibit. “It is also our way of honoring the beatification of Blessed Clelia and allowing her legacy of holiness to bless all those who can benefit from her example of love, mercy and reparation.” Made possible through the generosity of the Knights of Above: Some of the many artifacts in the Mission Room Columbus Museum and numerous benefactors, the exhibit is comprised of three thematic rooms. The Mission Room offers an overview of the history of Apostle missions in the United States since the first missionaries arrived in 1902. Special tribute is paid to the first mission cities of Boston and New Haven. The Founder’s Room is dedicated to the incredible life and work of Blessed Clelia. Letters, journal entries and new primary source material from the earliest years of the Congregation allow visitors to accompany Blessed Clelia on her

I want Blessed Clelia to become a companion for as many people as possible. Her legacy of zeal, forgiveness and reparation will set the world on fire with the love of the Heart of Christ.” -Sr. Virginia Herbers, ASCJ (pictured at left) Above: A peek inside the replica of Blessed Clelia’s bedroom. Below: A display in the main hallway featuring a newly discovered quote of Blessed Clelia that reads \"I hear the Heart of Jesus tell me...be the Apostle of my love.\" journey of founding the Apostles, removal from leadership, exile and eventual return. Visitors can also experience the final years of Blessed Clelia’s life by visiting the third room, a replica of her living quarters in Rome. “Her bedroom is where her sanctity was confirmed and lived out in exemplary fashion,” Sr. Virginia said. “Our replica of that room truly culminates the experience.” The main hallway of the exhibit itself contains a treasure trove of photos and Congregational artifacts that illustrate the Apostle life of prayer, community and ministry. Plan Your Visit: The Apostle Legacy Exhibit is open every Sunday from 2:00-4:00 p.m. and by appointment. Guided tours are led by our Sisters. To schedule an appointment, call 203-248-4031. The exhibit entrance is located at the rear of Sacred Heart Manor, 261 Benham Street, Hamden, CT 06514. 9

Honor Roll of Giving We acknowledge with gratitude the following benefactors for contributions received July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2019. Thank you for your incredible generosity and partnership in sharing the Love of the Heart of Christ! May the Sacred Heart of Jesus bless you in abundance. Blessed Clelia Merloni Circle Sacred Heart Villa Mary Morgan St. Gertrude Circle ($100 + ) ($10,000 + ) Carmen Saracco Carl Pace Emma Ackerman Archdiocese of St. Louis Lisa and Mark Schafale Rev. John Petrarulo Andrea Affinito Clelian Heights School James Schreck Teresa Pierce Henry Albino Cor Jesu Academy Miriam and James Sensale Anna Polizzi-Keller Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum Estate of Jean Estelle Murphy Rev. James Shanley Kathy and Robert Prentice Jean and John Alexander Rev. Louis R. Gigante Brian Smith Bernard Price Barbara Altena † Margie and Edward Imo Rebecca and Kevin Smith Patricia and Freeman Pulsifer Amazon Smile Knights of Columbus Supreme Office St. Bridget of Sweden Parish Begonia Quepons Joanne and Daniel Amendola Retirement Fund for Religious St. Joseph Church Donna and Joe Rahtelli Nancy and Harold Andersen Sacred Heart Academy St. Raphael Home School Association Kris and Thomas Rattini Catherine Anderson SOAR Andrea and Daniel Tarlas Karen and David Reed Connie Anestis St. Ambrose Roman Catholic Church Susanna Thomas Margaret and Glenn Rybacki Anonymous Toyota 4 Good Deacon Joseph and Kathleen Ryzewski George Anthussibila St. Margaret Mary Circle Chantal Trice Saint Mary's University of Minnesota Mary Rose and Philip Antinori ($5,000 + ) United States Conference of Joseph Salerno Esther Antomattei Anonymous Rev. Philip A. Sheridan Apex Pharmacy & Home Care Center Katia and Andrew Bamber Catholic Bishops Kelsey and Gregory Sisti Joan and Richard Aras Catholic Volunteer Network Elizabeth and James Zak Michael Termini Janice and Alex Ardans Estate of Anne F. Paolino Bruno Zuccala Susanne Valdez Constance Arnold Alison and Christopher Fitzmaurice St. Paul Circle ($500 + ) Annette and Michael Vasaturo Roger Aubrey Victoria and Michael Gertsema Ray Adams Justin Venasco Rev. Francis Balestino Ingersoll Auto of Danbury Elizabeth and Frederick Afragola James Viceconte Anna and Joseph Barone Dorothy Lucas Diane and Michael Amarante Marsha and James Walsh Grace Barrett Rosemary and Richard Memo Anonymous Edward Berra As of July 2019, our United States St. Peter Circle ($1,000 + ) Jennifer Bishop Province has a new name: June and Mark Ackermann Eileen Bridge Loretta and John Ambrose Rev. Geoffrey A. Brooke, Jr. Mary, Queen of Apostles Province Anonymous Clearbrook Global Advisors Archdiocese of New York Frances Consiglio Christine Beato Donna Datre Most Reverend Eusebius J. Beltran John Demicco Cheryl and Robert Bishop Rev. Msgr. Joseph DiSciacca Rev. Ralph A. Bove Kristine and Vincent Doder Karen Casey Elizabeth Droege Joyce Comer Patricia and David Drury Kathleen and Leo Cooney Amy Ekeh Most Rev. Daniel A. Cronin Jo Ann Emmerich Sandra D'Ambrosio Susan and Kenneth Fellows Cecilia Decker Lynda Gordon His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan Penny and Edward Gorecki Christine and Greg Eilerman Patricia and Robert Guidi Favazza's Mary Recktenwalt and Matthew Herbers Dennis Frauenhoffer Hibernian Charity Gretchen and Niall Gannon Alice and James Hogan Kathleen and Thomas Gatti Peter Ianniello Faith and Joseph Herbers Tami and Todd Ingersoll Indiana University Lilly Family Margaret Janes Kathleen and Daniel Kerr School of Philanthropy Rev. Msgr. James C. Kidder Kearney Insurance Agency Karen Koelemij Gloria and John Kelly Krystock Family Elaine and Francis Lamboley Marianne and Kevin Lawlor Patricia and C. Walter Mattingly Grace L'Manian Teresa Miguel-Stearns and Phyllis and David Lobo Lucky Ewe Irish Goods Steven Stearns Geraldine and Charles Maas Gil Monning Goodfellow Cousins Jean and Stephen Moore Esther and Hans Mariacher National Religious Vocation Conference Marywood College O'Neill Industrial Corporation Kathleen and John Masserano Elizabeth Panza Barbara and John McNiff Deacon Gary and Barbara Pasquinelli Carol and John Mohan Lisa and Robert Price Deborah and Frank Puglessi

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Building For Success Sacred Heart Academy (SHA) and Cor Jesu Academy (CJA), our Apostle high schools, enjoy a rich tradition of educating young women in the Catholic tradition. Steeped in the charism of Blessed Clelia Merloni, both schools are committed to providing young women with an innovative education that challenges and inspires them. At the heart of this dedication is a continuous investment in academic programming, staff, facilities, equipment and more. In addition to enhancing their programming, both schools recently completed expansion projects that will enrich the educational experience of our students and support their continued success. The Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus thank the SHA and CJA alumnae, benefactors and friends who make these dreams become a reality. New School Center & Entrance Sacred Heart Academy | Hamden, CT Sacred Heart Academy is celebrating the opening of its new school center. The 7,135-square-foot addition boasts a conveniently-located main office, conference rooms, administrative offices, common areas for students and space for exhibiting artwork. It also provides for enhanced safety and security. The new addition, to be dedicated on October 6, 2019, represents Phase I of the school’s 10-year master plan. New Music Room Cor Jesu Academy | St. Louis, MO Following the completion of a new gymnasium and student commons in 2017, more space became available at Cor Jesu Academy to construct a new music room for the school’s growing music program, which serves over 150 students in the choir alone. The new music room is 610-square-feet larger than the previous room and features upgraded technology, new risers, more storage space for equipment and heightened ceilings for optimized acoustics. Construction on this space began in June 2019 and is in the final stages of completion. 15

Mount Sacred Heart Non-Profit Org. 295 Benham Street U.S. Postage Hamden, CT 06514 www.ascjus.org PAID St. Louis, MO Facebook.com/ascjus Permit No. 2155 @ascjvocations Save the Date for our 2019 @ascjus Holly Berry Festival Mission Statement We are Apostles of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, consecrated women of the Church. Impelled by the spirit active in each of us and faithful to the charism of Blessed Clelia Merloni, we seek to make the compassionate Heart of Christ better known, loved and served. We do this by personal and communal witness to the Gospel, commitment to growth in holiness, and ministry to the people of God. Craft Fair • Raffles • Pasta Dinner Christmas Tree Lane • Bake Sale Pictures with Santa • Kids' Crafts Entertainment and more! Friday, November 22 Saturday, November 23 265 Benham Street | Hamden, CT 06514 Proceeds benefit our retired and infirmed Sisters. Visit www.ascjus.org/hollyberry for more information.