Spiritual Life

The force that binds a parish together and preserves its unity is the Presence of Jesus in the Blessed Sacrament preserved on its altars.  From that living spring flows forth the many expressions of faith in the spiritual life of the people.

 

Eucharistic Adoration

Perpetual Eucharistic Adoration Committee of the Archdiocese of Louisville has for its goal the spread of Eucharistic adoration throughout the Archdiocese.  Mrs. Patricia Cheatham, a member of the committee, made several contacts with Fr. Reilly.  With the help of Sr. Mary Naomi, they secured a list of adorers.  Adoration began September 14, 1992 after the 8am Mass, closing with Benediction at 8pm.  Adoration continued every Monday.  After Fr. Reilly’s stroke, Fr. Caskey from St. Columba Church came over for Mass, Exposition and Benediction every Monday.  Eucharistic adoration was discontinued at the beginning of summer.

 

Beginning in 1999, formal Eucharistic adoration was held in conjunction with Prayers for Life on the 22^nd of each month.  This date coincides with the anniversary of the January 1973 Supreme Court legalizing abortion.  It included Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Rosary, Prayers for Life and Benediction led by Deacon William Klump.

 

May Procession

May Processions followed the Sunday morning Mass in May.  In 2000 it was held in the evening outside on the west side of Lehmann Hall.  The Pilgrim Virgin Statue provided by the Blue Army of Our Lady of Fatima was carried in procession.  The service included recitation of the rosary, singing of hymns, crowning of the Blessed Mother, enrollment in the Brown Scapular of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.  The threat of rain and the noise of the nearby expressway led to the decision to host services in church thereafter.  In 2002 and 2003, members of the Holy Name Band provided musical accompaniment.

 

Our Lady’s Little Ones

In April, 1992 there was a pilgrimage to the ‘Holy Land’ of Kentucky sponsored by the Louisville Archdiocesan Vocation Office.  Its purpose was to visit the original churches and Motherhouses to pray for much needed vocations to the priesthood and religious life.

 

Sr. Buniff read the life of Rev. Charles Nerinckx, one of the first Kentucky priests who came from Belgium.  Whenever he visited the homes of his parishioners, he enrolled the members in societies.  One of these was for the young - those who had not yet reached the age of seven years.  He asked them to pray an Our Father and Hail Mary every day and to pray the rosary on the feasts of the Blessed Mother, and to fast for one half hour on the vigil of these feasts.  They were to pray for his special intentions.  Those who were unable to talk could also belong, for in that case someone else said prayers for them.  Members also included the unborn.

 

Sr. Buniff thought that if such a society were started at the parish, the children could pray for God’s blessing on family life and pray for an ‘adopted’ future priest or religious Sister or Brother.  Permission was granted from Fr. Reilly and parents were asked if they would like to enroll their children.  Their names and ages were recorded in a bound book kept at the parish.

 

At the time of enrollment, each member received a welcome letter and a prayer card with instructions on the back.  The first child, Brian Samuels (age 4 months), was enrolled May 4, 1992, followed by Kyle Seng (age 18 months) on May 6, 1992.

 

Our Lady’s Grandmothers

In 1992, Sr. Buniff visited the Shrine of St. Anne de Beaupré.  While there she met the person who wrote the Grandmothers’ column ‘Calling All Grandmothers’ in the ANNALS Magazine published by the Shrine.  Victoria Hebert asked Sister to write her story about the beginnings of the chapter in Louisville.  The following was published in the ANNALS of St. Anne de Beaupré in October, 1993:

 

Dear Victoria,

It all started with a desire that everyone in the Church of Our Lady be associated in some special way with the Parish.  I had found something for small children up to the age of seven, including the unborn, which I named ‘Our Lady’s Little Ones.’  Then I happened to page through the only copy of THE ANNALS someone gave me a few years ago.  GRANDMOTHERS’ CLUB seemed to leap off the page, so I wrote to Fr. Achard concerning the rules of membership.  It seemed so easy that I decided to give it a try and offered the opportunity to members of the Ladies Club who meet every month.  That evening all twelve Grandmothers present signed up.

 

Then one day I casually mentioned the Grandmother’s Club to a friend who belongs to another parish.  ‘Oh! Can I belong?’  That was the beginning of rapid growth.  Individuals who heard of the club volunteered to be contact persons for their own parishes, relatives and friends.

 

Although grandmothers are perfectly free to send in their names to the Shrine, if I send them in, I enter their names and parishes in a bound book kept here in the parish and they are known as ‘Our Lady’s Grandmothers.’  At the present time [1993] there are ten contact persons including a young man, 276 Grandmothers: 237 from 38 parishes in Louisville, 27 from other cities and towns in Kentucky, and 12 from other States.

 

What is it that seems to bind these beautiful people together?  I believe it is the common pain, concern, worry and anxiety they experience because of their great love for their grandchildren.  The world is so different from the way it was when they grew up and knew the joy and protection of close family.  St. Anne’s care and intercession offer them hope.  Unity in prayer with all other grandmothers gives them the strength and courage to continue living their lives in that hope that better days lay ahead for their loved ones.

 

Plans are being made to gather the grandmothers together for a special day of prayer - perhaps around the feast of St. Anne.  When I mentioned this, the response was the same: ‘I will help you.’  Indeed the virtues of St. Anne shine forth in our Grandmothers!

 

Grandmothers pray on Tuesday for other Grandmothers’ special intentions and practice St. Anne’s virtues.  Tradition tells us that St. Anne was born on Tuesday and died on Tuesday.  The Grandmothers had their first annual Day of Recollection on July 24^th with an excellent turn-out and pot luck supper.  In the year 2003, they celebrated their 10^th annual celebration.

 

Grandmother’s Day of Reflection - June 24, 1993

    

 

Our Lady’s Fathers and Grandfathers

After the little ones and grandmothers of the parish were given special societies, Sr. Buniff thought of fathers and grandfathers.  The following letter was sent to those who became members of the group:

 

St. Joachim was the father of the Blessed Mother Mary.  Can you imagine how concerned he was when the time came for a husband to be chosen?  Joseph was the one God the Father chose as foster father of His Son, Jesus.  The virtues of St. Joseph are greatly needed in our world today.  They are only known if we become aware of them ourselves and make them known to others by word and example.  It is especially important that your children and grandchildren become knowledgeable of St. Joseph and all his good qualities.  They may never come to know this unless you tell them.

 

As a member of the Club, please do the following: Pray in a special way on Wednesdays.  According to tradition, Wednesday has been regarded as St. Joseph’s day.  Pray for all the other fathers and grandfathers and for their special intentions.  Tell your children about St. Joseph and about all his good qualities.

 

Children’s Religious Education

The primary focus of the religious education program is to prepare all the children for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Holy Communion and Confirmation.  Instruction on Baptism is given to parents of children who are to be baptized.  The following children received the Sacraments of Reconciliation and Holy Communion at Our Lady Parish:

 

12/25/91     Jeremy and Richard Wilbert

04/26/92     Gabriel Cahill, Brian Cassady, Aaron Chapman, Milton Rodgers

11/22/92     Adam Edelen. Vernon Graviss, David Searcy, Stephanie Searcy, Jeffrey Wiseman

04/25/93     Bradley Cassady, Lindsey Culver, Summer Daub

04/24/94     Lindsay Noonan, Tony Miles, Nicholas Nail, Alicia Recktenwald, Justin Renck, Russ Villier, Brittnay Watson, Misty de Witt

05/14/95     Joey Embry, Kelly Goff, Amanda Keeter, Stephanie McEntire, Katie Mills, Tommy Mills, Zachary Peters, Kara Waterbury

04/14/96     Holly Pittman, Justin Wiseman

05/11/97     Christina VonAllmen, Kristofer Ward, Sara Waterbury

05/03/98     Jeremy Brian, Nicholas Brian, Ashley Pilbean, Lacy Randolph, Billy Joe Renck, Katherine Saettel, Kyle Seng, Cody Watson

04/25/99     Shelby Villier, Hannah Wright

04/30/00     Sydney Fihe, Derek Randolph, Rebecca Rodgers, Nicholas Smith

04/22/01     Sarah Seng

05/26/02     Justin Dant

05/25/03     Henry Craven

 

Deacon William Klump’s wife Barbara Klump also participated in the sacramental preparation of youth during Deacon Klump’s term.  She helped teach weekend classes and coordinated events like this one announced in the September 2006 newsletter:

 

Entitled "Come and See", this multi-generational faith formation program is sponsored by Our Lady, St. Cecilia, St. Augustine and St. Anthony parishes.  Participants will gather one Saturday each month for prayer, Bible study, spiritual music and discussion.  All topics involve learning more about the Catholic faith.  There is something for everyone, ranging from pre-kindergarten through adults.  For those who need it, preparation for the Sacraments of Reconciliation, First Communion and Confirmation will be offered.

 

To make this possible we need people willing to serve as catechists.  No experience is necessary!  You only need a desire to share your faith with a particular age group.  Prayerfully consider involvement with this program as your participation may lead others to a deeper faith.  If you would like to assist or if you have questions, please call Barbara Klump or leave a message at the rectory.  We need you!  Follow Christ’s command and go forth to spread the Good News!

 

Blue Army of Our Lady of Fatima

On May 13, 1917 a beautiful lady appeared to three shepherd children in a remote area of Fatima, Portugal where the children were out tending sheep.  She asked the children to pray the Rosary and to come there on the 13^th for the next five months.  She continued to tell the children to pray the Rosary every day and to make sacrifices for sinners, and to get many others to do so, telling them that many souls go to hell because they have no one to pray for them.  She told them that a war was going to take place (World War I), and that if people did not do as she requested a more terrible war would take place (World War II).  After many requests to tell them who she was, she revealed herself as Our Lady of the Rosary.

 

Children in the religious education program are told this story.  They learn as basic prayers the Our Father, Hail Mary and Glory Be, including an explanation of each of the Mysteries of the Rosary.  One decade of the Rosary is prayed before each of their classes.

 

The Blue Army has for its apostolate the spreading of the message of Our Lady of Fatima.  Several members of the parish have joined the Blue Army and had the Pilgrim Virgin Statue, provided by the Blue Army, visit their homes.  Rosaries, scapulars, and booklets are located in the back of church to help spread Our Lady’s message.  To become a member of the Blue Army one:

1.     Prays the Rosary every day.

2.     Offers up their daily duty as a sacrifice.

3.     Wears the Brown Scapular of Our Lady of Mount Carmel.

 

Sr. Buniff joined the Blue Army after her high school geometry teacher told her of it in 1953.  In the 1980s she attended meetings of the local Blue Army.  In 1995 she became Secretary and then President of the Louisville Archdiocesan Division of the Blue Army, which by then was officially recognized by the Vatican.

 

Respect for Life

Parishioners of Our Lady have several opportunities to help further the cause for life in the ‘culture of death’ as described by Pope John Paul II.  Prayers for Life are prayed on or near the 22^nd of each month in conjunction with Eucharistic Adoration.  Notices were placed in The Record reminding all those in the Archdiocese.

 

Parishioners also signed their names to be published in the Courier-Journal on January 22^nd each year.  A speaker from the Right to Life Board once spoke at the end of Mass on partial-birth abortion, describing the horrendous procedure.  The organization sold cards at Christmas and roses on Mother’s Day, the proceeds of which went to the local Pregnancy Resource Center.

 

Pilgrimages

On October 12, 2002, parishioners embarked on a pilgrimage to the ‘Holy Land’ of Kentucky.  Deacon William Klump planned the agenda and chartered a bus.  About 45 persons met on church grounds at 9am.  Sister Naomi acted as tour guide and offered the historical background of places visited: Holy Cross Church, Gethsemane, the Sisters of Loretto Motherhouse, and St. Rose Church.  The parish has since traveled back to the ‘Holy Land,’ learning the deep roots of Catholicism in the region.  The parish made this an annual event through the year 2007.

 

 

The Choir

During the 1980s, Mary Eugene Thompson served as organist and several parishioners formed a regular choir.  In 1991, Sr. Mary Naomi accompanied the existing choir at the 9:30am Sunday Mass.  Then on March 1, 1992, Dennis Nash was hired as music director to formalize the music program.  He immediately formed a choir.  At first they stood in the right-front pews.  Just before Christmas 1996, they ascended into the choir loft and faithfully led the congregation with their voices, even if not seen.

 

Dennis Nash began his music ministry at the age of fourteen when he started playing and singing at liturgy at St. Lawrence Parish.  This was just after Vatican II reforms, which encouraged musicians to employ more contemporary musical styles to the liturgy.  Musically, it was referred to as a ‘hootenanny’ Mass.  It then evolved into a folk liturgy and is now considered contemporary music.  Prior to arriving at Our Lady, Mr. Nash served at St. Lawrence for sixteen years and at St. Helen for eight years.

 

Mr. Nash came to Our Lady via Community Catholic School where his wife Teresa taught.  He played music at children’s liturgies held in St. Cecilia Church.  Fr. Eckert asked if he would consider assisting with Christmas, Easter and the Sacraments at Our Lady.  At that time he was enrolled in the diocesan music certification program that includes theology of music.  He completed this study when Fr. Reilly arrived at Our Lady.

 

Mr. Nash directed the choir and accompanied on guitar.  Charles Wetzelberger IV joined as keyboard accompanist in 1993, using sounds ranging from traditional organ to flute, trumpet, strings and bells.  He completed the Archdiocesan music certification program in 2002.  They divided responsibility for music at weddings and other liturgical celebrations.

 

Several traditions evolved from the music program.  One is the Christmas Vigil Mass, which continues to be a ‘full-church’ celebration.  Early in his tenure, Mr. Nash had the assistance of a Celtic music band ‘Ten Penny Bit’ with Bob Loeffler (guitar), his wife Robin (hammered dulcimer) and Kimble Howard (Irish harp).  They led the congregation in singing Christmas Carols before Mass, as well as the hymns and Proper of the Mass itself.  After Communion, Mr. Nash called the children to the manger where they sing Happy Birthday to Jesus.

 

A special moment for parishioners and parents alike was on the occasion of First Communion.  After the Sacrament was conferred, Mr. Nash invited First Communicants to sit on the steps of the altar with him while he sang ‘Bless This Child,’ composed by Timothy Schoenbachler.

 

Highlights of the choir included:

·         A concert at the chapel of the Ursuline Sisters, Sunday March 23, 2003.  On March 27, 2003 the choir led singing for a pro-life mission at St. Bartholomew Church.

·         The ‘Hallelujah’ chorus from George Handel’s ‘Messiah,’ sung the first time at the Christmas Vigil Mass in 2003.

·         Singing with members of St. Cecilia choir at the installation Mass of Rev. John Burke on October 24, 2004.

 

 

In good humor, the following ad appeared in the bulletin February 1, 1998:

 

CHOIR OPENINGS

·         Positions open: Soprano, Alto, Tenor and Bass.  No others need apply.

·         Physical qualifications: Must be able to carry light musical notes part way across the sanctuary.  Must have sufficient vision to see the director.

·         Experience: No application will be accepted from persons who have not sung, hummed or whistled in the bathtub or shower at some time.

·         Beginning wage: Increased satisfaction and joy in the service of the Lord.

·         Fringe benefits: Social Security.  We promise you the security of social fellowship with other choir members.

·         Hours: Wednesday evening from 7pm until director gets tired - usually about an hour and a half.  There will occasionally be opportunity for over-time.

·         Vacation: Occasional absence allowed.  The frequency of missed rehearsals and Mass is primarily a matter of conscience.

·         Retirement: No particular age, but it is generally determined by prayer, the printed notes getting too small, the hymnal getting too heavy, the notes getting too high, the sanctuary getting too hot or cold, or when the organist is unable to play the notes you sing.

 

The following commentary written by Mr. Nash appeared in the March 2000 newsletter:

 

If you ask a member of Our Lady’s choir what they enjoy most about being in the choir, the most likely answer is that they have fun singing.  There is a sense of fun and enjoyment that develops anytime people share a common interest.  In the case of the choir, that common interest is a love of music.

 

The fact that this choir does have fun singing together overshadows a deeper truth.  As choir director, I see more than a group of people who like to see and have fun together.  I see people who have a deep faith and a willingness to share that faith with others.  I see people who believe in prayer and recognize sung prayer as an opportunity to draw us closer to Christ.  I see people who have heard God’s call and answered it.  I see ordinary people of all ages and walks of life who are not afraid to give of their time and talent.  I see people who understand that all they give, God will return to them tenfold.

 

The next time you hear the Choir sing, rest assured they are having fun.  Like Paul Harvey, I just thought you should know the rest of the story.  As always, there is an open invitation to join the Church of Our Lady choir.

 

The above sentiment rings true with choir members, most of who participated for more than a decade in making a ‘joyful noise,’ as Mr. Nash often says.  In terms of fellowship, the choir hosts an annual social gathering after their final rehearsal for Christmas.  As to his participation in church music, Mr. Nash shared these words:

 

I have always considered my role in church music as ministry.  I have told my choir, and I believe this fervently, that our role is to facilitate worship and bring people closer to God through sung prayer.  It is this simple tenant that drives my decisions regarding music at Mass.  I also believe that the congregation ultimately decides what is sung.  If we present a piece and do not get participation, we generally stop using it.  I tell the choir that we should gauge our success as music ministers, not by how well we perform, but how well the congregation participates.

 

Being involved in music at Our Lady’s has been a personal blessing for me.  My full-time job would not allow me to be as active in Church music at a larger parish.  What I am capable of giving in terms of time and talent has seemed to work very well at Our Lady’s.  I am grateful to Fr. Reilly and the people of Our Lady’s for putting up with me for so many years.  There is a song titled ‘Servant Song.’  The first verse expresses better than I my feelings about service to the Church:

 

Will you let me be your servant,

Let me be as Christ to you.

Pray that I may have the strength to,

Let you be my servant, too.

 

Our Lady’s has given me much more in return for the small part that I play as music director.  I will always be grateful to God and Our Lady’s for the chance you have given me to serve in some small measure.

 

In October 2005 the choir descended from the loft to take its place next to with the congregation.  A small music space was created at the right-front of the sanctuary which involved removing several pews.

 

 

Parish Missions

From the parish newsletter in September 1999:

 

Are you looking for something, but can’t quite identify what it is?  You only know that whatever you try doesn’t satisfy, so you keep looking and trying, looking and trying.  Do you feel like your life is all cluttered and you don’t know how to get out of that seemingly eternal rut?  Do you need some time for peace and quiet?  Then come to the mission!

 

Deacon William Klump organized the missions which opened with Mass on Sunday morning and a talk each evening at 7pm.  The Sacrament of Reconciliation was offered each day and the Sacrament of the Anointing was celebrated.  Each mission closed with Mass on Wednesday evening followed by a reception in Lehmann Hall prepared by the Ladies Club.  Past missions included:

 

November 14-18, 1998

The mission was conducted by Dominican Fr. Bede Shipps, formerly an associate pastor at St. Louis Bertrand Church in Louisville.  At the time, Fr. Shipps was assigned to St. Catherine of Siena Priory in New York City where he served as a full-time hospital chaplain.  His talks: the Blessed Virgin Mary, Commandments and Virtues, Gifts of the Holy Spirit and Ministries in the Church.

 

November 13-17, 1999 - The Touch of God: Christ in the Sacraments

The mission was conducted by Dominican Fr. Paul Keller, who was assigned to St. Mary’s Church in New Haven, Connecticut.  His talks included: New Life in Christ, Gospel of St. John, Healing Touch of Christ, Marriage in Christ and The Eucharist.  An informal Bible study was hosted in Lehmann Hall for an hour each day.

 

November 11-15, 2000

The mission was conducted by Fr. Joseph Barranger, O.P. who was from the St. Stephen Priory in Dover, Massachusetts.  His talks included: Christian Values - Living the Dream, You are Witnesses, Beatitudes for Everyday and Witnessing from the Cross.

 

November 10-14, 2001 - God, Are You On-Line?

The mission was conducted by Fr. Bill Garrott, O.P., a Dominican Friar assigned to St. Gertrude Priory in Cincinnati, Ohio.  He was the Assistant Novice Master for the Province of St. Joseph.  His talks included: Our Father - The Ultimate Search Engine, Christ Crucified - The Best Anti-Virus Protection; Holy Spirit Inside - Millennium III Processor, You’ve-Got-Mail@eucharist.com.

 

Fr. Garrott plays the piano, organ and guitar and composes music.  He was a 17 year-old high school soccer player when he first began to experience the deep joy of knowing loving and serving Jesus Christ.  Once a fan of Led Zeppelin, Fr. Garrott now uses his musical talent to draw listeners into a deeper knowledge of the unconditional love that the Father, Son and Holy Spirit make known to us through the Catholic faith.

 

November 16-20, 2002 - Jesus Christ is Good News in Bad Times - Growing in Faith with the Woman at the Well

The mission was conducted by Fr. Walter Wagner, O.P., Master of Novices at St. Gertrude Priory in Cincinnati, Ohio.  His talks included: Faith Beyond Survival, Give Me Some of this Living Water, Faith Beyond a Quick Fix, Worship in Spirit and Truth - Faith Beyond Rules, My Bread is to Do the Will of the One Who Sent Me.

 

November 8-12, 2003 - It Isn’t Who I Am But Whose I Am

The mission was conducted by Fr. Frank Sutman, O.P., director of preaching for the Dominican Province of St. Joseph.  More than 70 people attended each of the four evening sessions.  Fr. Sutman brought energy and enthusiasm to the parish, emphasized the forgiving and merciful nature of God.  He underscored points through storytelling and by conversing directly with people.  The parish collected $2,177 for his mission work.

 

November 13-17, 2004 - With What Great Love

The mission was conducted by Dominican Fr. John Burchill from St. Pius in Providence, Rhode Island and Sr. Barbara Metz from Cambridge, Massachusetts.  Fr. Burchill and Sr. Metz have retreat and ministry experience in the U.S., Canada, Africa, Ireland and New Zealand.  Their talks included: God is love, God’s forgiving love, God’s healing love and God’s empowering love.

 

November 12, 2005 - Hold Your Fork, the Best is Yet to Come!’ - Aging With Grace

Fr. Frank Sutman, O.P., director of preaching for the Dominican Province of St. Joseph, returned for a one-day retreat with parishioners.  After three thought-provoking talks, the parish participated in a holy hour with rosary, exposition of the Blessed Sacrament and benediction.  Just before evening Mass, Fr. Sutman administered Anointing of the Sick.  In a surprise gesture of kindness, Fr. Sutman offered his speaking fee of $600 to support the needs of the St. Vincent DePaul Conference of the parish.

 

Confirmation Classes

When Sr. Mary Naomi arrived in 1991, Fr. Reilly desired to prepare youth for the Sacrament of Confirmation.  The last Confirmation occurred in the mid-1980s.  Candidates from St. Anthony parish joined those from Our Lady.  They were instructed by Mrs. Sharon Pittman, DRE at St. Anthony and Deacon William Klump, Sister Teresa Kelemen, C.D.P. and Sister Mary Naomi Buniff, R.S.M. from Our Lady.  Past confirmation classes:

 

March 31, 1992

Archbishop Thomas Kelly confirmed Heather Michelle Bagshaw, Andrew Patrick Cahill, Steven Anthony Cowles, Taren Leigh Culver, Jennifer Lynn Downs, Karen Beth Fortwengler, Brandy Nicole Goff, Tarrah Leigh Goodman, James Edward Hall, Arthur Wesley Harrington, Heather Ayre Harrington, Rae Frances Kessinger, Amy Jane May, Mary Kaye May, Wendi Sue May, Andrew Lee Massey, Tania Rae Miles, Shannon Lynn  Moore, Lorie Marie Myers, Christopher Duwane Myers, Wesley James Recktenwald, Matthew (Rocky) Laine Rodgers, Amy Marie Tarter, Jennifer Lynn Tarter, Michael Stephen Amos Tarter, Tricia Michelle Waterbury, Andrea Nicole Watson, and Stacy Lynn Wiseman.

 

March 14, 1995

Bishop Charles Maloney confirmed Daisha Ann Bagshaw, Erin Louise Blume, Jeremy Robert Blume, Abbey Rose Cahill, Michelle Renee Downs, Tera Lynn Embry, Holly Catherine Harrington, Jessica Lynn Myers, Amy Marie Pittman, Emily Rae Rodgers, Jennifer Marie Rountree, Eric Louis Tillman, Samantha Blair Watson, Eric Lee Wiseman, Jr. and Jeffrey Paul Wiseman.

 

February 11, 1998

Our Lady hosted a Confirmation Mass with students from Holy Angels Academy and St. Anthony Church.  A total of thirty children were confirmed by Bishop Charles Maloney.  Those from Our Lady were Melissa Ann Bouvier, Leigh Ann Brian, Tiffany Nicole Brian, Gabriel Ryan Cahill, Bradley Allan Cassady, Brian Scott Cassady, Aaron Matthew Chapman, Summer Elizabeth Daub, Stephen William Klump, Donna Sue O’Keefe, Alisha Maier Recktenwald and Brittnay Alicia Watson.

 

March 30, 2000

Bishop Charles Maloney confirmed a total of thirty-eight students including those from Holy Angels Academy, St. Anthony Church and Our Lady of Guadalupe School.  Those from Our Lady were Kelly Michelle Goff, Amanda Elizabeth Keeter, Tiffany Kay Rountree, Donald Russell Villier, Jr. and his father Donald Russell Villier, Sr.

 

2002

Bishop Charles Maloney confirmed a total of forty-three students including those from St. Anthony and Holy Angels Academy.  Those from Our Lady were Brittney Danielle Hayse, Meagan Neacheal Hayse, Lacy Marie Randolph, Kyle Matthew Seng, Ashley Lynn Smith, Nicholas Ryan Smith, Michael Anthony Spalding, Christina Gayle VonAllmen, Cody Michael Watson and Justin Michael Wiseman.

 

November 6, 2005

Archbishop Thomas Kelly confirmed eleven candidates from Our Lady and St. Augustine parishes.  Deacon Bill and Barbara Klump prepared the following candidates from Our Lady and the Ladies Club hosted a reception for them afterward in Lehmann Hall: Charles Ralph Byers, Derek Randolph, Matthew Seng and Sarah Seng.

 

Lenten Services

Under Fr. Burke’s pastorate, Lenten services were held on Wednesdays that included a simple soup supper and prayer service.

               

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