June/July 2008
District Day is set for July
The annual District Day event for the Brothers will take place on Saturday, July 26th and will be held
at Lewis University starting at 9:30 am. Many Brothers will arrive on Friday evening and will be
staying at North Hall. A deli pick-up dinner will be available there starting at 5:30 pm. Check below
for the offer of free theater tickets at Lewis on Friday evening. A social will be held at 9:00 pm at
North Hall. Saturday morning breakfast will be available from 7:00 am to 8:30 am, and the first
session of District Day will be at 9:30 am. The jubilee mass will be at 5:00 pm in the Field House
followed by a reception. This year the following Brothers will be honored for their jubilees: 75th –
Brother Kevin Mackey; 60th – Brother Frederick Oberrieder; 50th – Brothers Kevin Brutcher,
Fred Dillenburg, Thomas Geraghty, Leo Jones, Neil Kieffe, Patrick O’Brien, Denis Sutter,
Matthew Szatkowski, and James Zullo.
Bridge closed near Lewis University
The Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) is making improvements to the Illinois Route 7
Bridge which is the “mile long bridge” that extends from 159th street in Lockport across the Des
Plaines River to the intersection where Route 53 meets Renwick Road, just south of Lewis
University. The construction is scheduled to last from May 5, 2008 until August 31, 2008. Those
traveling to Lewis University for District Day should take notice!!
Brothers are invited to the theater at Lewis
Brothers who will be attending the District Day on July 26th and who will arrive at Lewis University
on July 25th are invited to see a musical on campus. The summer theater will be performing “High
School Musical” which is a Disney production on Friday, July 25th, at 8:00 pm in the Philip Lynch
Theater. Those interested in obtaining a complimentary ticket for this performance should contact
Brother Joseph Martin at Lewis University (815) 836-5148 or martinjo@lewisu.edu for a
reservation. Seating is limited and available on a first come basis. Deadline for reservations is
Friday, July 18th.
Brother Stan Sobczyk accepted new position
In January 2009 Brother Stan Sobczyk will become President of the School of Applied Theology in
Oakland, CA, succeeding Brother Bernard LoCoco, who will delay his retirement from SAT until
January. Stan had requested a sabbatical for the next academic year but will shorten the time to begin
his new ministry to SAT. After June 30th when he finishes as VP for Advancement at St. Mary's
College-Moraga, he will move to Sacred Heart Brothers Community in San Francisco.
Congratulations, Brother Stan.
District Health Care meeting will be at Lewis
On the weekend of July 18th to 19th Brother Bill Clarey, Director of Senior Brothers, will meet at
Lewis University with the four District nurses for their planning session. Pat Bader, Maureen
Guillou, Cathie Swanson and Sheila Hallman will be the guests of the La Salle House
Community. Brother Frank Carr will attend part of the meeting.
Some resources for Senior Brothers provided
1. The National Religious Retirement Office publishes Engaging Aging, a newsletter that can be
found at the web site: http://www.usccb.org/nrro/ . Then click on the words “Engaging Aging.” That
page offers a list of newsletters starting with summer 2008 which has an article by Father Ronald
Rolheiser, OMI, entitled “Spirituality and the Second Half of Life.”
2. The District Office in Burr Ridge has a DVD of three excellent presentations given by
Benedictine Sister Joan Chittister on “The Spirituality of Struggle.” Contact Brother Bill Clarey
if you wish to borrow it. wclarey@cbmidwest.org
3. Watch local parish bulletins for notices for Seniors. Any local government supported Senior
Citizen Center is an excellent resource for recreation, entertainment, discounts on theater, day trips
by bus, speakers, noon meals, and more.
4. Enter the words “Senior Citizen Resources for Religious Brothers” or “Senior Citizen Resources
for Religious Orders” at www.google.com and discover a wealth of information.
5. Those who have resources to share with senior Brothers of the District should send them to
Brother Bill Clarey. wclarey@cbmidwest.org
Tailor made Brothers’ shirts are now available
Brothers who would like to order a black dress shirt with a white collar attached have a new source
for their orders. A tailor has been making these shirts for the Brothers in some other Districts. The
shirts are $75, and the tailor requires measurements for the following: waist, stomach, hip, shoulders,
shoulders to sleeve, neck, and chest. Contact: Victor Lachmandas, 786 Mineral Springs Avenue,
Pawtucket, RI, 02860. Phone: (401) 725-5521.
Jubilarian celebrations scheduled for several dioceses
Each year many dioceses around the country schedule a special celebration and liturgy for those
women and men religious who are celebrating their jubilees. This year the following celebrations
have been announced. Contact the local diocesan office for further information. St. Louis
Archdiocese – Saturday, September 13, 2008 at 10:30 am at the St. Louis Abbey. Joliet Diocese –
Saturday, September 20, 2008 at 4:30 pm at the Charles Borromeo Pastoral Center. The Chicago
Archdiocese held its celebration on May 23rd.
La Salle Manor prepares for 50th anniversary
The staff of La Salle Manor Retreat Center in Plano, IL, is making plans to celebrate the Center’s
50th anniversary. While the planning is still in the preliminary stages, the date selected is August 30,
2008. Check the web page for details about the event http://www.lasallemanor.org/50thanniversary.php - as the year progresses. Those who would like to
make a contribution in honor of the event may do so on the web page.
Washington Theological Union announced new doctoral program
The Washington Theological Union (WTU) announced the start-up of a new doctoral studies venture
in theology designed with the busy full-time minister in mind. The doctoral degree program is
entitled: Doctor of Ministry in Christian Spirituality. The program is a professional degree that
integrates theological development and pastoral practice for effective leadership for the full-time
minister. More information about the program is available at the Washington Theological Union
website: http://www.wtu.edu/dmin/Homepage.htm .
Burr Ridge staff welcomed Jacqueline Arias
Tina Bonacci announced that Jacqueline Arias joined the Burr Ridge Office as the Assistant to the
Office of Formation and Accompaniment. Jacqueline is a third year Social Work major at Lewis
University and came highly recommended. She brings with her much energy and professionalism.
She will be working part-time and started on Monday, June 16th.
College of Santa Fe announced a partnership
On May 28th the College of Santa Fe Board of Trustees voted unanimously to proceed with
exclusive discussions about a partnership with Laureate Education, Inc. In recent months CSF
President Stuart C. Kirk, the Board, and the senior administration have engaged in talks with a
variety of academic entities about the possibility of partnership. Laureate is connected to an
international network of colleges and schools that will provide opportunities for CSF students to
study abroad. Laureate has a rich exchange program among its college network and anticipates that
international students will come to CSF to study — diversifying the college's student body and
expanding the academic dialogue among global programs. College of Santa Fe, considered a highquality arts college by the international organization, will be able to maintain its independent identity
and will continue and strengthen its role in the Santa Fe arts community.
Pocket Calendars are available from CB Conference
Christian Brothers Conference offers for sale pocket calendars that also include a directory of the
ministries and residences of the Brothers of the Christian Schools in the US/Toronto Region and the
Lwanga District of Africa. Contact CB Conference: http://www.lasallian.info/template/index.cfm .
San Miguel Tucson held first commencement
On May 17th San Miguel High School held its first commencement in Tucson, AZ. San Miguel is
the most recent work of both the New Orleans-Santa Fe District and the District of San Francisco,
and it is the only Lasallian School in the state of Arizona. It is a Cristo Rey model school where
students work once a week as way to earn a salary that goes towards their tuition cost. The school
opened in 2004 with under 70 students and is now well over 200 students and approaching its goal of
400 students. The Baccalaureate Mass was held at St. Augustine Cathedral where Bishop Gerald
Kicanas gave the homily. The commencement ceremony was held in the newly-constructed Click
Family Student Center. Thirty-seven students graduated and all of them are attending college.
Congratulations to
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Lance Forsdick, who has again accepted the position of interim president at CBU.
Brother Kevin Convey, who was elected the Chair of the Regional Education Board.
Brother Michael Collins who was elected the first President of LASSCA (Lasallian Association
of Secondary School Chief Administrators) at their meeting in New Orleans. Also, at the Council
on Black Minnesotans, a state agency whose members are appointed by the Governor, Brother
Michael was elected its chair.
Health Updates
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Brother Stephen Eibert is recovering nicely from outpatient hernia surgery.
Brother Robert Staub is recovering from outpatient cystoscopy and doing well.
Brother Kenneth Arnold is recovering from eye surgery.
Brother Raymond McManaman had back surgery at St. Joseph Hospital on June 5th. He was
discharged the next day.
Brother Joseph Zastrow broke his foot in a fall on May 23rd and had been in a cast until June
13th when he had surgery. He now has two plates in his foot and will need rehab for some time.
He is at Bethesda Meadow rehab facility: 322 Old State Rd., Ballwin, MO 63021. Bethesda
telephone 636-227-3431.
Brother Richard Brady underwent a below-the-knee amputation of the left leg on June 9th and
has moved to Resurrection Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at 1001 North Greenwood
Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 60068. Rehab Center telephone 847-692-5600.
Brother Kevin Mackey fell again was transported to Alexian Brother Hospital for stitches and
tests. He is back at The Arbors in Itasca at 535 S. Elm St., Itasca, IL 60143. (630) 773-9416.
Brother James McDonald is recovering from surgery at Resurrection Life Center. His doctor
reported that the cancer was caught early and it did not go through the intestinal wall. He is in
room 231.
Brother Larry Zeman continues with chemotherapy for tumors in his chest. He is experiencing
unpleasant side effects from the treatment.
Brother Finbar McMullen will be having laser surgery to decrease his enlarged prostate (BPH Benign Prostate Hyperplasia).
Rest in Peace
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Rita Mae Vanderfeltz, 76, wife of Leon G. Vanderfelz, AFSC, died at their home in Jefferson
City, MO, on May 24th after a year-long battle with leukemia. In addition to Leon, survivors
include five sons, three daughters, one brother, and two sisters. Mass of Christian Burial was
held on May 29th at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church. Interment followed in
Resurrection Cemetery.
Len Kosiek, 81, who served De La Salle (Chicago) as a teacher from 1953-80, died on May 29th.
He was a dean, administrator and head baseball coach at the Institute, as well as a member of De
La Salle's Sports Hall of Fame. Survivors include his wife Carol; his sons, Mark and Timothy;
daughter Christine Steadman, and five grandchildren.
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George H. Spirek, 73, the former Brother Jude George, died on February 14th in Brooksville,
Florida. He was in the 1952 novitiate class and had entered the junior novitiate from St. Mel in
Chicago.
Roger A Geimer, brother of Brothers Nicholas and Richard died in Florida on June 15th. A
graduate of St. George HS and Saint Mary's College-Winona, he taught for many years at Purdue
University Extension in Hammond IN. He is survived by his wife Mary Carol, five children, and
two other brothers. His remains were cremated with burial in Chicago and a Memorial Mass in
the future.
Joseph Rost, 77, former Brother Luke of Jesus, died from cancer on June 14th in San Diego. He
requested cremation. A memorial Mass will be celebrated in San Diego at a later date. Brother
James Zullo was present when he died.
HEALTH NOTES
JUNE/JULY 2008
HEALTHY ELIMINATION
Normal bowel function varies from one person to another. Bowel movements range from as many as
three stools a day to three a week. A normal bowel movement is formed but not hard or bloody. It’s
passed without pain or cramping.
By choosing a wide range of foods especially high in fiber, you’re more likely to maintain a healthy
bowel condition. Eat fruits and veggies consuming at least 5 a day. Add whole grains. Choose 100%
whole grain bread, brown rice and whole grain cereal. Drink plenty of water each day. And getting
daily exercise can help stimulate the bowel movements.
Laxatives help relieve constipation. Bulk fiber laxatives such Metamucil or Benefiber makes stools
softer and easier to pass. However, it is extremely important to drink additional fluid as the bulk laxative
can obstruct the bowel. Stool softeners such as Colace make elimination easier and are slow and gentle.
Stimulant laxatives such as Milk of Magnesium are fast acting and can cause cramping and diarrhea.
Use laxatives sparingly. If used too frequently, the bowels may become dependent on them.
Diarrhea can be caused by food poisoning, poor diet, food allergies or infection. Try self care. For first
24-48 hours drink clear liquids to prevent dehydration. Avoid caffeine, dairy foods and alcohol. Start
solid foods such as bananas, rice, apple sauce and toast. An over the counter medication can be used
with caution called Loperamide by following the package directions. The side effect can be sleepiness.
If abnormal bowel conditions persist seek medical attention. One of the seven warning signs of cancer is
change in bowel habits, rectal bleeding or black stools.
Your Grandmother was right - eat prunes!
Have a good summer - Cathie Swanson, RN
St. Paul-Mpls Area
E-mail at bobcat5811@comcast.net
2008 Birthdays
July
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Michael Fugger
Patrick Craine
Edwin Dupré
Jerome Cox
Christopher Oddo
Kevin Brutcher
James Roszak
Bernard LoCoco
Gary Smith
Nicholas Schumer
Raymond McManaman
Dominic Kennedy
Robert Thomas
Len Suhadolc
Augustine Kossuth
Frederick Oberrieder
Paul French
Milton Barker
Sheila Hallmann
Leo Kramper
August
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John Grover
Pierre St. Raymond
Michael Fehrenbach
Matthew Smith
Thomas Sullivan
James Wegesin
August (continued)
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David Schultz
Philip Jones
Betty Marquez
Joseph Wilhelm
Douglas Hawkins
James Zullo
Mark McVann
Dale Mooney
Martin Sellner
Felix Bland
September
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Roger Betzold
Charles Gregor
Cheryl Garrigan
George Fowley
Michael Rivers
Alissa Christopherson
Maureen Guillou
Jill O’Brien
Stanislaus Sobczyk
John Wozniak
Christopher Baker
Martin Grimm
Philip Johnson
Belayneh Medhanit
Michael Kadow
Death Anniversaries
Please keep the following Brothers in your prayers:
July
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JUSTIN OLIVER (Frederick Noelke), 1990
JARLATH QUENTIN (George Higgins), 1983
JOSEPHUS BERTRAM (James O’Brien), 1956
JOHN AURELIUS (John Maze), 1988
HUBERT GERARD (Edward Sshmitz), 1983
JOHN VICTORIAN (John Leahy), 1970
TIMOTHY MCNARY, 2007
LAMBERT ALOYSIUS (William Hall), 1964
THADDEUS LUKE (Roy Bohanon), 1964
CHRISTOPHER (Anthony MOKRZYCKI), 1970
AGNEL ISIDORE, Visitor General, 1953
IGNATIUS ANTHONY (John First), 1967
JEROME BENJAMIN (William Gaffney), 1984
ILDEPHONSUS DAMIAN (James Brown), 1952
JARLATH PETER (George Seiler), 1956
JAMES DANIEL (Hilary Keller), 1971
BERTRAND LEO (Robert Kirby), Assistant to Superior General, 1993
ANTHONY GAJEWSKI, 2007
August
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RICHARD DAHMEN, 1997
LAWRENCE PORRETTA, 1994
HUBERT MAURELIAN (Casper Herbes), 1962
CAMILLUS DUFRESNE, 2001
JEROME De La Salle (L. Vincent Beck), 1982
LEOPOLD GREGORY (James Toole), 1951
ULRICK MICHAEL (Thomas Ruane), 1957
BARNABUS PAUL (John Broyles), 1993
ALFRED (Richard J. Moroni), 2002
JUNIAN FELIX (John Scanlan), 1990
LIGUORI EDWARD (Robert Welch), 1985
LAWRENCE EGBERT (Edward Flood), 1976
I. GEORGE BEDARD (Robert J.) 1998
JAMES WALTER (Michael Marnane), 1955
MANCOS EUSEBE (Lionel Thibault), 1986
LAURENCE WALTHER, 2002
HYACINTH GABRIEL (Patrick Connon), 1978
LOMAN JOSEPH (Henry Gorman), 1966
ANTHONY SULLIVAN (Edward Joseph), 2002
LIGUORI WILLIAM (John Kelly), 1970
JULIAN AUSTIN (Richard Schwaab), 1977
BERTRAND (Robert Louis) JUETTNER, 2007
September
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Blessed Solomon, 1792
JEROME MARTIN, 1999
THEODORE DRAHMANN (Robert J.), 2002
JARLATH ROBERT (Joseph Lane), 1981
J. EDWARD DOODY (John Lambert), 2004
AMIAN GEORGE (Eugene Lamoureux), 1981
ANTHONY PISANO, 1991
RICHARD KELLY, 2001
EDWARD MASON, 2007
LAMBERT THOMAS (James Leslie Matthews), 1969
ATHANASE EMILE, Superior General, 1952
GONTRAN FRANCIS (Daniel Russell), 1954
ILDEPHONSUS AUSTINI (Francis Delaney), 1964
LEONARD JAMES (James Peterson), 1975
LEVIAN ANSELM (Eugene Devine), 1972
JUSTIN DECLAN (Thomas Egan), 1952
HONORIUS BERNARD TALLE (Joseph A.), 2004
LEANDER JOSEPH (Delbert E.) Brusnahan, 2001
HENRY VIRGIL (James Pelant), 1963
ARTHUR DICKERSON, 1978
HECTOR BENEDICT (Francis Hartigan), 1986
LOMAN DANIEL (Michael Ryan), 1978
LEOPOLD THOMAS (Howard Lambert), 1971
JULIUS HUGH (Joseph Zimmerer), 1956
PLACIDUS LEONARD KROMHOUT (Edward) 1998
MARIO STOCKHAUSEN (Robert), 2006
ARESE CASIMIR (Noel Bression), Vicar General, 1954
JOEL ADRIAN (Bertram Seiler), 1957