The Church of Our Lady of the Angels

at the Franciscan Renewal Center

5802 E. Lincoln Drive · Scottsdale, AZ 85253· 480.948.7460 ·
www.thecasa.org

Twenty-ninth Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 17, 2010
All are Welcome!
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A message from the director.
Did you know…that despite the
economy, there are currently jobs in such
fields as health care in Maricopa County
that are unfilled due to a skilled-labor
shortage? Valley Interfaith Project (VIP)
has created the Arizona Career Pathways Initiative,
a workforce development strategy to train low-
skilled and under-employed workers for these better
paying positions, working with the Maricopa
Community Colleges, in order to put people back to
work.
Did you know… that one in five Arizonans lack
health care insurance, including over 150,000
children? This makes Arizona the most uninsured
state in the country. That since KidsCare enrollments
were frozen this spring due to budget cuts, over
60,000 eligible children have been turned away.
Did you know . . . that a dollar invested in early
childhood yields three times as much as for school-
aged children, and eight times as much for adult
education? That the first five years of social and
cognitive development are critical in determining
whether a child will lead a productive life or
become involved in crime, with high costs to
society? In 2006, Arizona voters approved the First
Things First initiative, which directs 80 cents of each
tobacco purchase toward early childhood
programs for disadvantaged children. In the past
three years, these funds have helped more than
330,000 Arizona children from birth through age 5.
This year’s Prop 302 would shut down the program
and divert the tobacco tax dollars to the state
general fund.
If you are concerned about the state of health care,
education and jobs in Arizona, please consider
attending Valley Interfaith Project’s Fall
Convocation on October 21st from 6:30 pm to 8:30
pm at Paradise Valley United Methodist Church,
4455 E. Lincoln, At this meeting, VIP’s Campaign for
Children agenda will be presented and local and
state officials, as well as candidates, will respond to
the goals outlined in the agenda. VIP Casa Core
team encourages you to attend.
For more information contact Tom Donovan at
(480) 221-2541 donovatd@aol.com or Margaret
Snider (602) 840-2541 margaretsnider@cox.net
LOVE IN ACTION BRINGING HOPE TO THE POOR
Each year the Friars and staff at the Casa
Franciscana Mission endeavor to enroll as many
children as possible from the poorest barrios of
Guaymas into the school system. Rocio Perez of the
Mission Staff tells us that "the families we serve are so
beautiful and we at the Mission do all we can to
address their needs." She adds that " It is impossible to
escape poverty here without having the tools
required to obtain a good job. Ultimately, educating
the children is what will change their lives."
Join us on November 13/14, when Br. Ivo and Fr. Bill
Minkel will be at the Casa with the Mariachi
Guadalupano to entertain us after
each Mass. Casa Franciscana
Outreach (CFO) volunteers will be
available to answer your questions
about the Mission Programs.
This is an opportunity for each of us
to share a little of God's abundance by supporting
the Mission's goal to give every poor child, living in the
barrios of Guaymas, hope for a better future.
CFO is seeking volunteers to assist at donation tables
in the courtyard after Mass. We also need volunteer
hosts to house two or more of the Mariachi performers
for the week-end.
If you are interested in joining our team and wish
more information, please contact Barbara
Wintergalen (bewintergalen@cox.net)
St. Francis and Fair Trade
Faith in Action Ministry at the St. Francis Festival
St. Francis recognized the human dignity and
worth in each person. Being able to provide
economically for your family is very important
to ones self worth. Take time during the St.
Francis Festival to visit two Fair Trade projects
that are seeking to create sustainable income for
different communities. Look for Apache Fair
Trade Crafts and Casa Grounds for Solidarity selling fair
trade coffee and craft items. Great Gift Ideas!
Popcorn Pizza and Peace
November 5, Friday 5:45pm –8:45pm
Movie Night at the Casa
Join us for a special evening at the Casa, a 2010
Season For Nonviolence Program, sponsored by
the Faith in Action Ministry of the Franciscan
Renewal Center. Movie details to follow in next
week’s bulletin
Schedule: 5:45pm welcome and pizza; 6:30pm –movie and
popcorn; 8:15pm Discussion.
Fee per person: $10. Register with Wendy at x 157
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We Are Here for YOU...
Schedule for Counseling Support Groups
Monday 6:30pm-8pm: Divorce & Separation/Relationship Endings
Tuesday 5:30pm-7pm: Grief Support Group
6:30pm-8pm: Depression Support Group
(Meets every other week: September 28 and October 12)
Wednesday 6:30pm-8pm: Gestalt Therapy Support Group
An appointment is not required for the support groups listed above.
Individual sessions are available mornings, afternoons and evenings, Monday through Friday, and require an
appointment. To make an appointment, please call the Counseling Ministry at 480-948-7460, ext. 133 between the
hours of 8:30 am and 12 Noon. If you know of someone who is looking for help, answers, guidance or just needs
someone to listen, please suggest our counseling ministry. We welcome all who are interested in attending.
Judith McHale, MA, LPC, Director —
Counseling Ministry, Franciscan Renewal Center

News from the Catechetical Blackboard

First Reconciliation Prayer Partners
If you missed the chance to take home the name of one of our students preparing for First Reconciliation,
you can choose a name (or two…or three….) from the list below. These students will celebrate the
unconditional love and forgiveness of our loving Creator on December 11, 2010.
As they and their families prepare for this sacrament, they are looking at choices, saying they are sorry and what it
means to be forgiven. Last week families played the board game “What Would Jesus Do”. Students would pick cards
with life situations, such as “Sally forgot her book for school, I sit next to her, and I have my book”. What should I do?
Families worked together to come up with loving and Christ centered ways to handle these various situations. Everyone
went home a winner after playing the game! You, too, can play What Would Jesus Do by making the choice to keep
these students in prayer!
Andrew Jacob Lily Chloe Leah Clara Dana Elizabeth Penelope David Aidan Sophie Noah Ella
Michael Aiden Sarah Alec Scarlett Eliana Jake Talia Daniel Raven Nathaniel Quinn Allison Jesse
Brandon
Upcoming Events: Sunday, October 24, 10:45am Family Catechesis
Congratulations to our Newly Baptized! Last week we welcomed the following children -
Lucy Michelle Glow and Colby Thomas Rahn.

FRANCISCAN MENTORS PROGRAM

Franciscan Renewal Center
A Franciscan mentor is one who chooses to live the Franciscan Way, and in so
doing, opens the door for others to be enriched by all that Francis and Clare
have to offer. Community members and people attracted to becoming
Franciscan mentors are invited to attend this program.
Information Session & Kick-off Dinner Franciscan Gospel Living
Hosted by the friars in the dining room In the Contemporary World
October 29 A course designed by the
Friday, 6 pm Institute for Contemporary Franciscan Life
Cost: $10 St. Francis University of Pennsylvania
Reservations Necessary 7 Saturdays, 9am-12pm
Nov. 13, 2010 through May 2011
For more information call Pat Julian, 480-948-7460, Instructor: Dr. Barry Sargent, PhD
ext. 160 Register online: www.thecasa.org or call Fee: $125 per person
480-948-7460, ext. 157.
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2010 Doggy Mascot “Andy”

Andy was adopted from the Humane Society after being rescued off the streets of the Valley in the July
heat. He had spent 10 days in the doggy hospital with infections and injuries, and when his mom Jane
found him, he was shaved, scabbed and scarred. The vet told mom that “he needed you and you needed
him” and she says that is true every day. Now Andy is a beautiful, confident dog. He’s an adult poodle
mix of indeterminate age and ancestry. He loves everyone, even cats! Strangers stop mom and Andy all
the time to say how beautiful he is and mom always has the same response…”He has a sweet sweet
spirit!”

2010 Kitty Mascot “Pete”

Pete, Petey, Dude, Little Booger...people will call me anything!? I am a 17 year old Himala-
yan Siamese cat. I was adopted when I was three months old in Ft. Lauderdale Florida. My
dad moved us to Arizona in 2000. I got to go on a three day car ride! We even got to stay
in different motels along the way! Oh how I love car rides and motel rooms! What an ad-
venture! Being an old man kitty isn’t easy. These days I have to take my meds twice a day
but I still get to cuddle on my Dad’s lap, so it’s all worth it! Thanks Dad!

2010 Birdie Mascot “Mister Misha”

Mister Misha is an 8 year old Cockatiel. He likes to talk, mostly phrases that include “Such a Pretty
Bird,” “Mister Misha,” (he sounds quite self aware so far,) “What You Been Doing?” He then can
combine those words into different, sometimes “sensible sentences!” He loves classical, jazz, blues,
and even a little rap (introduced by the grandkids,) but country induces screams and furious wing
flaps. He does a fast dance upon hearing “treat”, and enjoys looking at his pretty self in the mirror.
Mister Misha will be hanging out at the Apache Crafts booth for the festival so be sure to stop by and
tell him he’s “Such a Pretty Bird”!

Thank you to all who entered their furry or feathery

friend’s photos for consideration in this years contests.
They are all runners up!

The winning pets above get the honor of honorary first blessings
at the St. Francis Festival and use of their pictures and stories in
this and next years event promotions!

Bring your pets to get blessed with these celebrities at

this years festival, October 30th and 31st! Blessings are
each day at Noon and 2pm!
And be sure to adopt them a new friend!
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Casa Community Bulletin Board Youth & Young Adult Ministry News
Adam Stein, Director
This corner will be reserved each week for your 480-948-7460 x123 * adam@thecasa.org
messages such as: “Looking for a ride to church…” “Need
wheelchair for 2 weeks…” “Roommate needed to help TODAY: No Meetings
share rent…” Thursday: Solomon's Porch: Young Adult Bible
The Casa will publish these requests in this space but it Study & Faith sharing at Blessed Sacrament Church
does not reflect our endorsement or knowledge of the 7-9pm
people submitting the information.
• Next Week: Middle School meeting after the
How to Submit your Bulletin Information:
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Franciscan Renewal Center
5802 E. Lincoln Dr., Scottsdale, AZ 85253 Masses for October 17 - October 23
Drop Off: At the front desk (Attn: Bulletin) Sunday:
Fax: 480.948.2325 7:30 am Pro-Populo
9:15 am Marbeth Bierbasz
House Cleaning Service: I'm available anytime, ready to 11:00 am Barney Gavelek
work in any special event if you need help. 7:00 pm Dave Steele
Good references. Julia Perez 602-510-4371.
Monday: 7:00am Cheryl Wamsley
Need room to rent: Mature, quiet, responsible woman with 2
small well-behaved pets. Need to move in by Oct. 1. Contact Tuesday: 7:00am Buster Caravella
Sydney 480-352-9770. Wednesday: 7:00am Jerry Lee Wamsley
In Need Of: Companion/Driver. Sunday/Saturday - noon to Thursday: 7:00am Nova Angier
8pm. $12-$13 per hr. Call Loretta Micuda
480-948-6894. Friday: 7:00am Buster Caravella
For Rent/Option to Buy: 1 bdrm/1bth condo with W/D; pool, Saturday: 7:00am Hilda Fiorillo
exercise & meeting rooms, adjacent to park, 1 blk from Saturday: 5:00pm Ray Gonzales
senior center; STA parish; close to Biltmore shopping. $650
util. incl. Ruth: 602-956-3128.

Join us for the 1st Single Adult Ministry ICE CREAM SOCIAL
October 17, Sunday, 5pm in the "Brother Anthony" Room
Your presence is requested to share ideas of intention, create committees, & inject what you desire from our
Single Adult Ministry. Imagine, you are an artist, molding, sculpting, & nurturing the Single Adult Ministry here
at the Casa. VISION STATEMENT thus far: Embracing the unconditional love of Sts. Francis & Clare for the
Gospel, ALL living creatures, including nature, this ministry will serve & support our community and, the world.
Through gatherings of prayer, volunteerism, creativity, charity, deep joy, adventure and fun, we shall illuminate the
Franciscan spirit within all of us. For more information, contact: Luana Anette Webb, 602-814-9653.

Once again we welcome the Poor Clares from Texcoco, Mexico

to our community.
These Franciscan women give their lives to prayer to support all of us in our work and
daily lives. St. Francis promised St. Clare that his friars would always care for the sisters
throughout the ages and the friars are happy to be of assistance to them. If you'd like to purchase
some home-made tamales, the sisters will be taking orders the weekend of November 6 and 7,
then will deliver the prepared tamales the weekend of November 13 and 14. If you can make a
donation to the sisters to help them, they do not receive salaries and so depend on the generosity
of their donors. In return, they always pray for the good of their donors, calling down the blessing of God upon
those who care for them. God has blessed his church through the legacy of Sts. Francis and Clare, so now
we thank the sisters for their part in continuing the Franciscan message.
Norbert Zwickl
Director Music and Liturgy
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Healing Mass Nov. 13, Saturday, 11am Feb. 12, Saturday, 11am
All are welcome! The Healing Mass is open to all who hope in the physical, mental, emotional, and
spiritual healing our God offers to us. Join us as we pray for each other and with each other, and see the
many ways God can heal each one of us. At a Healing Mass, we simply bring our needs and infirmities to
the Lord through the Eucharist.
"Lord, I am not worthy to receive you but only say the word and I shall be healed."
The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will also be available following the mass.
"Is anyone sick among you? He should call for the priests of the Church and have them pray
Over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord and the prayer of faith will save the
sick person and will raise him up." (James 5:15)
Who needs God's Healing?
Someone who is sick … or someone who has been physically injured … someone in a difficult relationship
or going through a divorce … someone who is grieving the loss of a loved one … someone who is
fighting an addiction … someone who is depressed … someone struggling with anger or anxiety …
someone who is finding life too difficult … someone feeling abandoned … someone who has lost their
faith. The truth is that all of us at some point in our lives need the healing power of God.
Bring your faith (and your doubt) and come and join one another in prayer.

United Way Donations at The Franciscan TODAY'S READINGS

Renewal Center
Your United Way donations last year, listing the First Reading -- As long as Moses' hands were kept
Franciscan Renewal Center as your designated uplifted, Joshua and his men had the better part of
agency were more than ever. If your employer the battle with Amalek (Exodus 17:8-13).
provides for payroll deductions through the United Psalm -- Our help is from the Lord, who made
Way consider listing your favorite place, the heaven and earth (Psalm 121).
Franciscan Renewal Center, on the form. Each year, Second Reading -- Remain faithful; proclaim the
this form of giving to the Franciscan Renewal Center word; be persistent whether it is convenient or not
grows. The funds generated through this donation (2 Timothy 3:14 -- 4:2).
provide for support of the ministry of the Franciscan Gospel -- God will secure the rights of the chosen
Renewal Center. The Franciscan Renewal Center is who call out day and night (Luke 18:1-8).
one of over 400 non-profit service programs working READINGS FOR THE WEEK
to improve lives throughout Maricopa County. Monday: 2 Tm 4:10-17b; Lk 10:1-9
Convenient donation methods, such as automatic Tuesday: Eph 2:12-22; Lk 12:35-38
payroll deductions that preserve employee tax Wednesday: Eph 3:2-12; Lk 12:39-48
benefits, make United Way the most effective way Thursday: Eph 3:14-21; Lk 12:49-53
for your business or organization to make an impact Friday: Phil 3:8-14; Lk 12: 22-31
in the community. Thank you for your United Way Saturday: Wis 10:10-14; Lk 9:1-6
donations and listing the Franciscan Renewal Center Sunday: Sir 35:12-14, 16-18; Ps 34; 2
as your designated agency. Tm 4:6-8, 16-18; Lk 18:9-14

Congratulations to the following parishes with new Seminarians

Fr. Richard Felt & Fr. John Shetler Fr. Lankeit, Fr. Clements & Parochial Vicars
Holy Cross Parish in Mesa Ss. Simon and Jude Parish
Seminarians Jose Sanchez & Daniel Cruz Seminarian Marvin Soto
Fr. Jack Spaulding & Fr. Eric Houseknecht Fr. Steve Kunkel & Fr. Peter Bui
St. Timothy Parish in Mesa Christ the King Parish, Mesa
Seminarians Michael Cleary & Frank Cicero Seminarian Daniel Button

Need Prayers? You can find us on facebook!

Contact Casa Prayer Partner Join The Franciscan Renewal Center on
Carol Vaccaro - 480.836.8066 facebook. We have nearly 500 people and
casaprayerpartners@gmail.com encourage you to join our social media community.
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In the Wake of Death

A weekend grief and loss retreat for anyone experiencing
grief over the death of a loved one.
December 10-12
Friday, 6 pm - Sunday, 1 pm
Sheila Marchetta, MA, Mauro Pando, MC,
Timothy Ringgold, MT-BC
Details at www.thecasa.org
Or call 480-948-7460, extension 157
Prayer and Meditation:
Introduction to Centering Prayer
October 23, Saturday, 9am - 1 pm
Carole Whittaker, PhD Real People: Real Communication
& Sharon Taszarek The Secret to Intimacy
A Weekend Retreat
This workshop will provide a
foundation for participants to develop a
November 12-14
personal practice of Centering Prayer. “Terry is funny, high energy and has a
magnificent gift for storytelling.”
Fee per person: $45 From recent retreat evaluation

The Miracle of the Rosary: Details: www.thecasa.org

The Franciscan Crown
Rosary of the Seven Joys of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Hebrew Scriptures
Arasely Chelsea Tallman
Saturday, October 23, 9am-4pm
Saturday, 9 am-4 pm
November 13
What an opportunity! Design your
own rosary from semi-precious beads Cathy Olds
while exploring the history of the Rosary & the
chaplet known as the Franciscan Crown. The Old Testament is an adventure with
God! This program will keep you thinking
Fee: $85 Materials fee: $30 payable to instructor
long after the day ends. Bring your bible.
Remarrying Couples Seminar Fee per person includes lunch: $75
A program for those seriously
considering another marriage
Straight Talk Theology
Judith McHale, MA, LPC
Tom Mitchell, PhD, LPC Bill Cieslak, OFM,Cap
Saturday, 9 am-4 pm October 24
November 6, 2010 Sunday, 9:00-10:30 am
This program fulfills the educational component of the marriage
preparation requirements for the Diocese of Phoenix. Topic: CONFIRMATION
Fee per couple includes lunch: $110 Priest, Prophet and Teacher for ALL
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Journey in Faith-RCIA News

Are you interested in seeking full initiation into the Christian way of life in the Roman Catholic community and
tradition? Then the CASA invites you to explore a Journey in Faith through the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
(RCIA). The RCIA is a sacramental formation process that prepares individuals and communities for living the
Christian life. The RCIA sessions meet on Tuesdays. The first session started on October 5, from 7-9pm. The first 5
sessions are known as the Period of Inquiry. This is an open enrollment process and you are encouraged to attend
all five sessions but are welcome to attend anytime during these five weeks. The Inquiry sessions are designed to
help you discern whether or not you want to continue on this Journey of Faith through the Periods of the
Catechumenate and Purification and Enlightenment to full initiation into the Catholic Faith at Easter.
Please call Kathleen Garast at 480-483-3803 or kgarast@aol.com, or George Joumas 602-392-2012 or
gjoumas@cox.net or Steve Zaccari at 602-996-0583 or stevezaccari@cox.net for more information. Journey in Faith
brochures are also available in the lobby. Sponsor training sessions: Oct. 19, 26 & Nov. 2 at 7pm. Call Jeff Rochford
at 602-369-7882 or jeffrochford@cox.net to sign up.
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What’s Going On This Week? Got questions? Come over to the Casa
7:00am - Daily Mass Information Table after Mass and ask away!
7:30am - Morning Liturgy of the Hours We invite all who are new to the Casa, or to
Regular Mass Times: the Valley, to come over and pick up some
Saturday: 5:00pm information about the Casa. We’re glad
Sunday: 7:30am, 9:15am,11am & 7pm
Rosary: Monday thru Friday 6:30pm
you’re here!
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Sunday - October 17
Casa Children's Celebration Register to Become a Member
Casa Youth Ministry Meeting
Women's Spirituality of the Conventual Church of
Hogan's Heroes Our Lady of the Angels
Monday - October 18 If you haven’t registered as a member
Contemplative Prayer yet, you are
Tai Chi Qigong welcome to get a
Divorced & Separated Support Group
Daughters of Eve (PM) registration form at
The Rosary the Front Desk or at
the Information
Tuesday - October 19
Table in the
Water from Rock (AM & PM)
Grief Support Group
hospitality area.
Depression Support Group As of June 1, 2010
JustFaith we have 3,056 members.
Just Matters Prison Reform
RCIA Continuing Mystagogy You can also print out an Adobe.pdf copy
RCIA Inquiry Session of the Registration Form on the website
The Rosary at www.thecasa.org.
Wednesday - October 20
AZ Bible Class Catalogs are available at the front desk
Pax Christi
Gestalt Therapy Support Group Please register early as it helps us in many
The Rosary ways:
The Art of Intentionally Loving • better planning for the event
• ordering and preparing food for meals
Thursday - October 21
• room reservation and set up needs
Contemplative Prayer
Daughters of Eve (AM) and a number of other related details that go
The Rosary into making sure the program is the best it can
be for you.
Friday - October 22
You can see programs at www.thecasa.org
Pax Christi 2 - Social Concerns
The Rosary
"I Conoscenti di San Francesco" Missed Getting a Sunday Bulletin?
Not to worry…Now you can see the complete
Saturday - October 23 Sunday Bulletin online!
Marriage in the Lord
Introduction to Centering Prayer Go to www.thecasa.org . The bulletins are now
The Miracle of the Rosary the 2nd menu item under "Church" on the top
Labyrinth Workshop menu bar. The most current bulletin is
AZMALES
"I Conoscenti di San Francesco"
available, with an archive of several past
bulletins for your convenience.