http://www.hnp.org/ Holy Name Province New and Noteworthy en-us Copyright 2012 Holy Name Province Fri, 18 May 2012 21:37:51 EST New blog about Hispanic Ministry has joined others on Province's Web site. Registration deadline is Nov. 26. Forms and driving directions can be found on the HNP Extranet. Br. Joseph Trunk, 91, a professed Franciscan friar for 68 years, died Easter Sunday in N.J. Br. Thomas McGowan, OFM, 78, a professed Franciscan friar for 54 years, died on his birthday, May 21, in Boston. See Events for funeral arrangements. Fr. Cornelius Conti, OFM, 77, died Sunday in Ringwood, N.J. He was a professed Franciscan for 53 years and a priest for 48. Mass of Christian Burial celebrated by Provincial Minister Fr. John O'Connor, OFM. Fr. Peter Sheridan, OFM, 97, a Franciscan friar for 75 years and a priest for 69, died Nov. 3 in Ringwood, NJ. See Events for funeral services. Fr. Lambert Valentine, 98, a professed Franciscan friar for 73 years and a priest for 68, died Saturday in Ringwood, N.J. Funeral arrangements will be listed on our Events page. Fr. Anthony McGuire, OFM, 87, a professed Franciscan friar for 63 years and a priest for 58, died Saturday in Ringwood, NJ. Biographical details to be posted in Nov. 10 e-letter. More than 40 HNP friar leaders gathered at St. Francis Retreat House to discuss the Province's strategic plan. Br. Timothy Dauenhauer, OFM, of Buffalo is commemorating 50 years as a friar. Five OFM provinces will participate next year in a new Franciscan novitiate in Burlington, Wis. Read about "The Gospels Are Now" by Fr. Peter Fiore, OFM. Click for update about Friars Only and HNP's photo gallery. The friars issued a statement in response to recent government cutbacks. Many ministries commemorated the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe. Clement Healy, 89, a professed Franciscan friar for 68 years and a priest for 63 years, died Sept. 16. Biographical info to appear in newsletter. Major HNP events 10, 25 and 40 years ago. HNP local leaders met Nov. 15-17 for presentations on leadership, finances, JPIC and other timely topics. Br. Sullivan, 78, died Feb. 18 in Wayne, N.J. Funeral info. is at left. Franciscan ministries provide food and other services. Fr. Boniface Hanley, OFM, 85, a professed Franciscan friar for 65 years, died Sept. 24 in N.J. Fr. Dan Hurley, OFM, 90, a friar for 68 years and a priest for 64, died March 13 in Western New York. His funeral is March 18. The General Minister offers a message of peace and hope. On Feb. 19, the friars celebrated their last Mass at St Mary's Church. The 75-year-old, who was a professed friar for 54 years, died July 4 in Florida. A Mass of Christian Burial for Fr. Justin was celebrated July 9 by Provincial Minister John O'Conmor, OFM. The friars recognized the environmental efforts of New York's Mayor Bloomberg with the HNP Francis Medal. The presentation was April 21 at Holy Name of Jesus School. Fr. Ignatius McGeady, OFM, 84, a professed Franciscan for 58 years and a priest for 52, died Sept. 7 in Brazil. Br. Rosario Vieira, OFM, 85, died Dec. 22 in North Jersey. He was a professed friar for 54 years. Fr. Raymond Beach, OFM, 91, died Sept. 14 in North Jersey. He was a professed Franciscan for 69 years, a priest for 64. Fr. Depaul Genska, OFM, 79, a professed Franciscan friar for 58 years, died Sept. 13 in Ringwood, N.J. Fr. Edward Metzger, OFM, 78, died July 25 in St. Petersburg, Fla. He had been a Franciscan friar for 57 years and a priest for 52. Br. John Mahon OFM, 62, a professed Franciscan for 38 years, died March 6 in Butler, N.J. Comments about Br. John can be posted on HNP's Facebook page. Fr. Donan McGovern, OFM, 82, a Francsican friar for 60 years and a priest for 55, died Oct. 12 in Boston. <br><br>Stephen Doyle, OFM, 76, a professed Franciscan for 54 years and a priest for 48, died Oct. 8 also in Boston. Click for the current issue of <i>HNP Today</i>. The next issue will be distributed May 23. Friars & partners-in-ministry are supporting the victims of the Jan. 12 earthquake in many ways. Join Cardinal McCarrick and other experts for an online educational opportunity about peacemaking in the Middle East. HNP's MOW friars in the South use blogs and YouTube to spread the Gospel. Check out new content and format on the Join Us page of the Province's website. Four Holy Name friars were ordained to priestly ministry on May 16. Two interesting trips have March 2012 registration deadlines. Friars Larry Anderson, OFM, Juan de la Cruz Turcios, OFM, and Fred Dilger, OFM, professed their final vows Aug. 22 in New York City. Read about highlights of notable events that took this month through the years. Fr. Sennen San Fratello, OFM, 82, a professed Franciscan friar for 55 years and a priest for 50, died Oct. 12 in Ringwood, N.J. Burial was in Batavia, N.Y. Friar Patrick Tuttle provides updates on three St. Anthony of Padua initiatives. Thoughts on St. John the Baptist whose feast is June 24. formed by two Maryland parishes to “bring Catholic education into 21st century.” Brothers Gerald Hopeck and Michael Reyes professed first vows as Franciscans. Provincial Minister Fr. John O'Connor blessed the new chapel in Athens, Ga.,at a Jan. 8 concelebrated Mass with Fathers Tom Vigliotta and David Hyman. Fr. Francis Gunn, a professed Franciscan for 32 years and a priest for 29, died Aug 24 in Northville, N.Y. See Events page for funeral arrangements. The Franciscan Sisters of Allegany celebrated their 150th anniversary April 24 with a Mass, dinner and presentation of Distinguished Partner in Ministry Awards to 10 individuals and groups including Holy Name Province. Flags and banners from Assisi decorate exterior of St. Francis Church New York. Viva Francesco garners valuable funds for historic NY ministry. Parishes around the Province commemorated the faith, academics and service offered by Catholic education. Friar chaplains describe the rewards of their role at hospitals. Fathers John O'Connor and Dominic Monti were re-elected Provincial Minister and Vicar respectively at the Jan. 3-7 gathering. The Oct. celebration of Hispanic culture was enjoyed by nearly 600 people. Fr. Michael Blastic, OFM, is one of the editors of this new series on Francis and Clare. Fr. Robert Nee, 76, a professed Franciscan friar for 54 years and a priest for 48, died Jan. 19 in N.J. Buffalo native Fr. Matthew Gaskin, OFM, 88, a professed Franciscan for 64 years and a priest for 60, died June 5 in Ringwood, N.J. Fr. Brian Linehan, OFM, 87, a professed friar for 49 years, died in Ringwood, N.J. Mass of Christian Burial is April 26. Fr. James Jones, OFM, 68, a professed Franciscan friar for 44 years and a priest for 35, died Wednesday in St. Petersburg, Fla. Fr. Harry Monaco, OFM, 48, a professed Franciscan friar for six years and a priest for two, died Sunday in Maryland. Funeral arrangements appear on the Upcoming Events page. Fr. Venard Murphy, 77, a professed Franciscan friar for 56 years and a priest for 50, died Thursday in St. Petersburg, Fla. Fr. Kenan Morris, 89, a Franciscan friar for 66 years and a priest for 61, died on Wednesday in Ringwood, N.J. Fr. John Richardson, 82, a professed Franciscan friar for 59 years and a priest for 54, died Nov. 25 in St. Petersburg, Fla. Twin brothers Julian and Adrian Riester, OFM, 92, professed Franciscan friars for 65 years, died at St. Anthony Hospital in St. Petersburg, Fla., on the same day. Interest in their deaths -- and lives -- has been widespread. News stories have been posted in many media outlets around the world. President Obama appointed Br. Dan Sulmasy, OFM, a physician, as one of 10 new members of the Presidential Commission for the Study of Bioethical Issues. Read about the work of SBU alum and former Franciscan Volunteer Minister. Leadership development, vocations, and justice and peace were the key topics discussed at the '08 guardians' meeting. Ministries are celebrating with films, lectures, book-signings, tours, the Transitus & pet blessings. St. Patrick-St. Anthony Parish celebrates 20th anniversary of friars coming to the downtown church. Cofounder of St. Francis Friends of the Poor is marking 50 years as a friar. A former Siena College professor is marking 75 years as a friar. Friars commemorating 25 and 50 years as Franciscans were honored by the Province on June 30. Fifteen friars — celebrating 25 and 50 years as Franciscans — were recognized at the annual HNP Jubilee Mass. All HNP friars are invited to participate in the June 7-9 workshop in Maryland. Deadline is June 1. Parish missions, Lenten Vespers and Taize prayer service are among seasonal programs being offered by friars. Holy Name Parish's FCC is marking 20 years of service to Manhattan's Upper West Side with a fundraiser The appointments of four friars as pastors were recently approved -- Fathers George Corrigan, Richard Mucowski, Steven Patti, and Andrew Reitz. HNP events through the years, including a photo taken in Callicoon, N.Y., 1966. Fr. Jacek Orzechowski, OFM, joined nearly 10,000 young people just before Earth Day to rally for clean energy. Read about past Oct. events including the 2009 Encuentro Franciscano and the 1990 assumption of care by the Franciscans of St. Patrick-St. Anthoy Church in Hartford. Read about past February events through the years. January events through the years. St. Francis of Assisi Parish has three new buildings. Provincial Minister John O'Connor, OFM, and the bishop of Raleigh blessed them on April 25. Familes and friends gathered June 13 for a festive commemoration of six friars. Physician Br. Dan Sulmasy, OFM, appeared Oct. 20 on ABC's Nightline, commenting on the ethics of the marketing of celebrity look-alike sperm donors. Anniversary prompted Franciscans to lift voices against tide of anti- Muslim rhetoric. A letter from Fathers John O'Connor, OFM, and Dominic Monti, OFM, encouraged respect and religious tolerance. The Franciscan Action Network is holding a web panel discussion about health care reform on Wed. from 8 - 9 p.m. Representatives from collges in Brazil, Colombia and Mexico spent three weeks on the Loudonville, N.Y., campus leanring about Franciscan traditions and American culture. Six friars professed their final vows at St. Francis of Assisi Church in Manhattan. Fr. Michael Calabria reflects on his first visit to post-revolution Egypt. Three friars & a postulant share thoughts about family, gifts and God's outreach. Fr. Donnon Murray reports on success of FIRES. Brothers John Aherrne, OFM, and Jeffrey Upshaw, OFM, received the Francican habit on Dec. 4. Five inquirers attended the Province's recent Franciscan Experience Weekend. As Sunday, April 29, approaches, the HNP vocation director encourages working toward a culture of vocations. Four HNP friars were among the 50 people who received degrees at the final commencement of Washington Theological Union. John Aherne, Pedro Corces and Jeffrey Upshaw entered the Franciscan Order on Aug. 15. Colorful pamphlet available to order. Friars Larry Anderson, OFM, Juan De la Cruz Turcios, OFM, and Fred Dilger, OFM, who was featured by the Today show, will profess final vows this month. Vocation Office blog offers news and views from Fr. Brian Smail, OFM, and his team. Friars are providing their thoughts about the highlights of the Januay 2011 chapter. Share thoughts with Fr. Lou McCormick of Mt. Irenaeus. Pastor Fr. Todd Carpenter, OFM, welcomed two bishops to his Wilmington parish on June 29. Around the Province, ministries held animal blessings, lectures, festivals and the Transitus to remember the Franciscans' patron saint. Fr. Alexander Di Lella has left Catholic University after nearly 25 years, after ministering nearly 50 years in an academic environment. December issue of Fraternitas newsletter A book by Br. Daniel Horan, OFM, has piqued interest of reviewers and readers. Ministries around the province commemorated the 39th annual Earth Day on April 22. Positions are available at a Province parish in Raleigh, N.C., and at a school led by a friar in Newark, N.J. The friars of Holy Cross Church in the Bronx were mentioned in an article in Christian Century magazine. Fr. Thaddeus Sapio, OFM, 71, a professed friar for 50 years and a priest for 44, died Sept. 17 Anderson, S.C. Biograpical information will appear in Sept. 30 e-newsletter. Former Siena College president Fr. Matthew Conlin, 92, a professed Franciscan friar for 70 years and a priest for 66, died in Ringwood, N.J. Fr. Gerald McCaffrey, OFM, 79, a professed Franciscan for 58 years and a priest for 52, died Monday in Butler, N.J. Fr. Anthony Moore, OFM, 85, a professed Francican friar for 64 years and a priest for 59, died Tuesday at Bon Secours Community Hospital in Port Jervis, NY. Funeral details will follow. Fr. Joseph Kiernan, OFM, 75, a professed Franciscan friar for 46 years and a priest for 42, died Monday in Ringwood, N.J. See Upcoming Events for funeral services. A new feature has been launched in HNP Today. Staff traces history since 1969. Our five friars in Tokyo, based at the Franciscan Chapel Center, are unharmed by the March 11 earthquake. The FCC is offered shelter to people from Sendai and Fukashima. Eight friars were recognized with a Mass and reception on June 24 for their golden and silver anniversaries of profession. Seven friars who are celebrating 25 and 50 years as friars will be honored on June 30 at St. Francis of Assisi Church, NYC. Fr. Laurence Rainville, OFM, 89, a professed Franciscan friar for 66 years, died April 13 at Holy Name Friary in Ringwood, N.J. The Provincial Council announced names of guardians, ministry directors and reappointed pastors, based on decisions made at the Congressus in February. HNP honored the civil rights leader with a special Mass at UGA Catholic Center. Three men were received into the Province's novitiate program on June 12. Ground was broken in February for a new school for St. Anthony of Padua Parish in Greenville. St. Francis of Assisi Parish in New York City is offering help to the unemployed, with an 11-week series that begins Dec. 3. Read about this month in Provincial history. Become a fan of Holy Name Province. Friars Fred Dilger, Jerome Massimino, and Brian Smail appear in a Today show clip with an HNP applicant who saw the "life shift" ad on the NY subway. The Provincial Council provides a Franciscan perspective on the announcement of Osama bin Laden's death. Fr. Michael Calabria, OFM, has been providing cultural and historial context through interviews and speeches. Provincial Vicar Fr. Dominic Monti, OFM, received first vows in Indiana from Br. George Camacho, OFM. Two friars — Steve DeWitt, OFM, and Dan Horan, OFM — professed their final vows as Franciscans Aug. 27. It was a joyful occasion despite the hurricane. Four friars professed their final vows as Franciscans at St. Francis of Assisi Church in NYC. Ministries around our province commemorated the 25th anniversary of the 1986 the gathering in Assisi with interfaith prayer services and other programs. The 80th anniversary of the Midtown Manhattan ministry was commemorated with a concert and a mayor's proclamation. Philadelphia ministry enhances programs. Three friars share reflections about their varied summer experiences. Brothers Larry Anderson, OFM, and David Phan, OFM, were ordained priests on May 22. WTU has announced two symposia -- on March 23 and April 20 Washington Theological Union is publicizing a May 2010 study tour and a Nov. 14 lecture by student friar Dan Horan. An exihibit of work by iconographer Br. Robert Lentz is at the Clare Gallery at St. Patrick-St Anthony Church, Hartford, through Dec. 29. Notable events through the years: the beginning of Siena College and the expansion of the St. Francis Community Center in NJ FAN launched a climate change campaign with the first of seven webinars. Many branches of the Franciscan family gathered April 25 in New York to commemorate the eighth centenary of the Order. The Newark, N.J., school where Fr. Robert Sandoz is president held its first graduation in June. ... on the Feb. 27 American Morning program. The piece -- by reporter Alina Cho -- was aired twice. "Friars' underground marketing" included HNP's provincial minister and vocation director. Reception celebrates Br. Dan Sulmasy's appointment as inaugural Kilbride-Clinton professor of medicine and ethics. Friars are preparing to celebrate Hispanic culture. St. Camillus Parish will host the festive event. The Francciscan Action Network is speaking up against budget cuts and supporting rights of union workers. Sacred Heart Church in Tampa is 150 years old Postulant director Fr. Ron Pecci describes recent workshops, visits and missions. A report by parish staff member on effects on the environment. Twelve FVMs -- in three locations -- began their service in Aug. Fr. Miguel Loredo, OFM, 72, a professed Franciscan friar for 51, died Saturday in St. Petersburg, Fla. Fr. Robert Sandoz, president of Christ the King Prep in Newark, NJ, is hosting the school's gala tonight. Three friars concelebrated the July 26 closing Mass at a 112-year-old Wilkes-Barre church where 68 HNP friars had ministered. American Fr. Mike Perry, OFM, was elected General Vicar of the Order on June 5. News from the 187th OFM General Chapter in Assisi, which closed with a Solemn Eucharist, was provided through daily briefings from the ESC. June Fraternitas reports on OFM news. Province's NYC neighbor is known for its environmentally-friendly features. Eight HNP friars joined more than 1,500 friars from around the world in Assisi at the April 15 - 18 International Chapter of Mats. Two were interviewed by CNS. Recent news from the General Curia. The Province's 2011 - 2012 JPIC plan emphasizes immmigration, care for creation and interfaith action. Notable events include an earthquake and appointment of a new Siena president. Paid and volunteer positions are open in the Carolinas and in New York. The HNP Communications Office welcomes information about other jobs around the Province. More than 1,500 gathered at Durham's Immaculate Conception Church to discuss reform. St. Anthony's Guild offers a devotion to Mary the New Eve. A statue and personalized prayer cards are available. Fr. Neil O'Connell has been elected chair of the board of the social services agency in Harlem founded by Fr. Benedict Taylor. The Province welcomed five men as postulants on Aug. 25. This month in provincial history. Two friars were ordained to the priesthood on May 21 at Holy Name of Jesus Parish on West 96th Street in New York City. George Camacho of NYC began his year as a novice. He is based in Cedar Lake, Ind. Read about Fr. John O'Connor's visit with the American friars in the Tokyo area. Here are the most-read newsletter stories of last year. In November 2011, Tokyo's "Rice Patrol" marked 25 years of service. Eight Franciscan provinces have issued a statement about the need to overcome fear and "embrace the other." The founding of Province and death of Mychal Judge are just some of the memorable events that took place this month through the years. Parish gift stores offer more than books! Jeffery Jordan, OFM, professed his first vows as a Franciscan June 6 in Wilmington, Del. Holy Name's subway ad was featured on a Feb. 10 piece on National Public Radio's Marketplace Morning Report. Click below to hear an interview with vocation director Brian Smail. Its title -- Friars Looking for a Few Good Men. Annual commemoration has Francsican theme: If You Want to Cultivate Peace, Safeguard Creation. WTU is commemorating its 40th anniversary. Nearly 1,500 students graduated this month from SBU and Siena College. 33 friars are commemorating milestone anniversaries of profession and ordination this year. Fr. Raphael Bonnano, OFM, recently translated "In the Name of Saint Francis," a book on the history of the Order, from Italian to English. Holy Name friar Dan Sulmasy, OFM, spoke at New York Medical College's commencement on May 27. Visit Justice & Peace page for valuable resources including a video of a polar bear plunge. Our Justice & Peace webpage offers ways that communities from Florida to New England are carrying out social justice initiatives. Francsican Mission Service seeks a program director at its Washington, D.C., headquarters. The Oct. 24 program in Maryland will include music, Mass, refreshments and a variety of talks. The June meditation from the Franciscan Missionary Union describes several feast days and reflects on the Year of Paul. SBU inducted Fr. Gerald into its Athletic Hall of Fame on Feb. 14. Funeral services were held Feb. 28 in Paterson, N.J., for HNP's development director. The 44-year-old Brooklyn native was a professed Franciscan friar for 18 years. Two friar priests are lecturing this month at Villanova University near Philly. Fr. Henry Madden, OFM, 91, a professed Franciscan friar for 69 years and a priest for 64, died Wednesday morning in Ringwood, N.J. Fr. Leo Clifford, 89, a professed Franciscan friar for 69 years and a priest for 65, died Thursday in Ringwood, N.J. Archbishop Roberto Gonzalez of San Juan, PR, was honored by Fordham, the Jesuit university of New York. Read a reflection by HNP's spiritual assistant to the Poor Clares. Ministries are using fundraisers, prayer and scholarships to benefit people affected by the January earthquake. Read Provincial events of past Decembers. Our JPIC staff and Hispanic Ministry Committee encourage supporting the "excluded of our day." A record number of HNP ministries participated in the 2010 retreat. A N.J. native and Raleigh pastor is featured in the first article in our newsletter series about friars commemorating anniversaries of profession this year. News from the General Curia Friars, students and parishioners joined thousands in D.C. to oppose abortion and to support life. The Province congratulates friars commemorating anniversaries of religious life in 2009. Click also for a list of HNP friars who died in 2008. Steven Pavignano, OFM, was installed Sept. 28 as pastor of the Harlem church served by the Province. Read info. and reflections by HNP friars. Visit HNP's photo gallery to see photos of the ordination of five Holy Name friars. Information and photos of the FDNY chaplain who died on Sept. 11, from St. Francis of Assisi Church in New York. Fr. Brian Smail, OFM, discusses Lent and the "deserts of life." Thoughts on Easter from Mt. Irenaeus Franciscan Mountain Retreat. St. Francis Friends of the Poor commemorated the opening of its new offices in Midtown Manhattan and the 25th anniversary of Residence II. The Albany-area college commemorated the 800th anniversary of the Order and the 10th anniversary of its Center for Service and Advocacy on Oct. 1. Province counts blessings by helping others. Recent appointments: Fr. Steve Patti, OFM, as pastor of Church of St. Mary on Broadway in Providence and Fr. Frank Sevola, OFM, as pastor of St. Mary Parish in Pompton Lakes, N.J. The summer issue of <i>Be A Franciscan</i> newsletter is available as are new features on the "Join Us" webpage. Read about ordinations, upcoming events, and discernment in the Summer '09 Insight & Wisdom newsletter. The WTU has a new president -- Fr. Frederick Tillotson, O.Carm. The May event will focus on attitudes toward money. Click for information about Lenten events in many towns. ... blessed Nov. 23 by Archbishop Roberto Gonzalez, OFM, of San Juan. The altar was installed this summer as part of the restoration of St. Francis of Assisi Church. Read the latest blog entry by vocation director Fr. Brian Smail, OFM, about the solemn profession of three friars. Friars are putting into practice what they learned at a recent nutrition workshop. A recap of how HNP parishes commemorated this Dec. 12 feast. Notable Province events in past Februarys. Friars and ministries — especially in New Jersey and New York — felt the impact of the late August storm. Province commemorated the civil rights leader with a Mass in New York City. View pictures of the friars' annual jubilee celebration. St. Bonaventure Parish in Paterson, N.J., now celebrates Mass in Spanish on Sundays. GreenFaith honors Pompton Lakes parish for environmental initiatives. Photos by Octavio Duran, OFM, are being exhibited until Oct. 5 at St. Patrick-St. Anthony's Clare Gallery. Fr. John O'Connor's commitments through July. The National SFO elected new officers in Oct. Friars and their friends remembered those lost on 9/11/01 with Masses and other special events. Learn about Franciscan life through an evening or weekend gathering. First issue of a new publication — <i>Be A Franciscan</i> — is available. Summer issue will be published by mid June. Sept. 18 issue of The River Reporter highlights Fr. Bill's background and the Franciscan presence in the area and mentions HNP's DVD. Friars commemorated the anniversary of the Poor Clares of New Jersey in Sept. Leer noticias y opiniones de los frailes. <br>Read news and views of friars. St. Camillus Parish in Silver Spring, MD., has become a model for fair trade efforts and education. A special issue of Fraternitas featuring the General Chapter held May 24 to June 20 has been published by the Order. Holy Name's Franciscan Volunteer Ministry is seeking an individual to serve as a publicist and recruiter. Details about restoration of the church on West 31st Street. The Franciscan Retreat Center in Western New York offers a feast reflection & monthly phone gatherings. The Province's three food pantries in NYC are helping more people than ever. Seven Holy Name friars visited the Holy Land in March. Read about noteworthy events that happened in July in past years. Click for dates of Fr. John O'Connor's key commitments through mid-June. Click for Provincial history in past Septembers. Friars and ministries from D.C. to Boston have been affected by the Feb. blizzards. Visit St. Stephen of Hungary Church on the Upper East Side for enlightening lectures on diverse topics. Many HNP parishes are offering vibrant programs for young adults that enrich their spiritual and social lives. In 2010, provincial leaders visited friars in Germany and our Raleigh parish dedicated three new buildings. Two friars in formation enjoyed an interesting summer studying and travelling in Boliva. The archbishop of New York visited St. Stephen of Hungary School in Manhattan on Jan. 27 in commemoration of Catholic Schools Week. The friars and school community enjoyed his visit. Order of Friars Minor published a report about '09 General Chapter held this spring in Assisi. Homily tips are available for friars in the Justice & Peace page of this web site. Fr. John O'Connor visited a variety of ministries in and around Lima. Province friars and programs are helping people get closer to God. Fr. Andrew Reitz provides an update on Sacred Heart Parish where the friars have been ministering since 2005. Ministry based at St. Stephen of Hungary Church in NYC supports and commemorates French immigrants.