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Posted by Hart (# 4991) on :
 
Shipmates:

I have an announcement to make and an invitation to offer.

Currently, I am a religious of the Congregation of Holy Cross in temporary vows, meaning I renew them one year at a time. This September, I will make those same vows forever. To quote a line from the service, we state our intent to “live and die as a member of the Congregation of Holy Cross.” We will make forever the three vows: obedience, to forsake individual autonomy to make decisions together as a community; poverty, to forsake individual ownership to share all in a common purse; celibacy, to forsake exclusive relationships to share brotherhood in community. All of these are lived in the context of a community founded on the model of family, who center our lives on common prayer and common table (meals!), and direct them outward in common mission. While not one of the seven sacraments, you could look at this service as the equivalent of a wedding: a permanent commitment to a state of life, undertaken by public profession of vows.

Now, we lay on a full weekend of activity for family and friends, but the Vows ceremony is open to all, and I'd like to invite you, especially the Michiana / Chicago shipmates. The ceremony will be at 10am (Eastern) in the Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Notre Dame, IN. For those of you who are farther flung, the ceremony will be streamed online and I'll post a link nearer the time.

Should you want your whistles whetted, here are the Photos and video from last year.
 

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Posted by lily pad (# 11456) on :
 
Am very pleased to see this announcement. Although many of us are far away, you are surrounded by a large community of shipmates around the world who will be with you in spirit. All the best as you continue to prepare.
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
Our thoughts and prayers from over here will be with you.


 

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Posted by Sir Kevin (# 3492) on :
 
Wish I could be there, Hart. I'll be watching on-line.


 

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Posted by Japes (# 5358) on :
 
Will be praying for you as you prepare for Final Vows.

Also I will be watching on line, if I can. I know I'm at a wedding that day, but not how much of it!
 

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Posted by PeteC (# 10422) on :
 
I offer my prayers as you go forward in life. God bless you.
 

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Posted by seasick (# 48) on :
 
Blessings for this important event!
 

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Posted by Ariel (# 58) on :
 
My very best wishes. May your day, and your ministry in the years to come, be blessed.
 

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Posted by Jade Constable (# 17175) on :
 
Prayers and best wishes for you
 

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Posted by Tubbs (# 440) on :
 
May God bless and keep you

Tubbs
 

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Posted by Doublethink (# 1984) on :
 
Congratulations - forgive my ignorance, but does this mean you are becoming a monk ?
 

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Posted by jedijudy (# 333) on :
 
Hart, my most sincere congratulations to you! May God richly bless your life!
 

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Posted by Leaf (# 14169) on :
 
Blessings, Hart. May your commitment be a source of strength and joy for you.
 

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Posted by Hart (# 4991) on :
 

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Originally posted by Doublethink:
Congratulations - forgive my ignorance, but does this mean you are becoming a monk ?

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Thank you. Sort of is the answer (which means that technically, the answer's no). Holy Cross is what's called an Apostolic Religious Community, as distinct from a Monastic Religious Community. Male members of the latter only are monks. Monastics take the same three vows as we do, but live out their common life in a monastery, praying for many hours a day together. Apostolic religious life was a later development out of monasticism, where the common life is lived at the service of common mission.

Rather than being committed to one monastery (which a monk would commit himself to), Holy Cross have houses all over the world between which members can be moved depending on need. While we do pray together, we do so for less time each day than monastics would, and our prayer schedule is arranged around our work, rather than vice versa.

All this is rather simplified, but I hope it gives some idea.
 

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Posted by Pia (# 17277) on :
 
I am on the other side of the world, Hart, but will be thinking of you and praying for you.

I was lucky enough to spend some time at ND a few years ago, and it means a lot to me as it was (paradoxically perhaps, since I am not a Catholic - or perhaps not as paradoxically as one might think) the place where I really re-engaged properly with my own faith after a (very) long period of doubt.

I wish you well and every happiness.
 

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Posted by Angloid (# 159) on :
 
I hope you will post a reminder nearer the time! 9/7 I assume is American dating and means September not July.

Meanwhile prayers for you as you prepare for this major step. The church and the world needs religious communities like never before, while potential members are in short supply.

God bless.

 

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Posted by Evensong (# 14696) on :
 
Congrats and best wishes for the big day Hart.
 

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Posted by Hart (# 4991) on :
 

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Originally posted by Angloid:
9/7 I assume is American dating and means September not July.

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Oops: yes! Take that as evidence that I've fully enculturated...
 

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Posted by Gwai (# 11076) on :
 
How wonderful!

Will have to look at my schedule as we get closer.
 

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Posted by infinite_monkey (# 11333) on :
 
How wonderful, Hart. All best wishes to you, and feeling glad for the community that you are a part of.
 

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Posted by Kelly Alves (# 2522) on :
 
It's been wonderful watching your journey, Hart.
 

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Posted by Mary LA (# 17040) on :
 
Sending all my best wishes from here in southern Africa -- I look forward to seeing the ceremony streamed online. Your posts have meant so much to me here.
 

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Posted by Mamacita (# 3659) on :
 

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Originally posted by Gwai:
How wonderful!

Will have to look at my schedule as we get closer.

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Same here. Would love to be there for the big day. It will depend in part on how prepared I am for 9/8 which is our opening day for the new program year. Meanwhile, it's on the calendar.
 

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Posted by Golden Key (# 1468) on :
 
Bless you.
 

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Posted by Barnabas62 (# 9110) on :
 
Well, that's marvellous, Hart, and may God continue to bless you in your calling.
 

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Posted by Kelly Alves (# 2522) on :
 
... So I was waiting to see if I can swing it, but it is now official-- I have my plane tickets, and will be happily attending!
 

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Posted by Ye Olde Motherboarde (# 54) on :
 
JB and I have our plane tickets, rental car and hotel booked.
Can't wait to see Mamacita and Kelly again!

wooohooo!


P.S. to Kelly, you can ride around with us so you won't need to rent a car.
 

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Posted by Jack the Lass (# 3415) on :
 
I saw the title of this thread and thought "ooh - it's today!" The joys of British/American date convention. So you had a few prayers sent up today Hart, even though they're a couple of months early
 

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Posted by Angloid (# 159) on :
 

 

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Posted by Gwai (# 11076) on :
 

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Originally posted by Gwai:
How wonderful!

Will have to look at my schedule as we get closer.

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Originally posted by Jack the Lass:
I saw the title of this thread and thought "ooh - it's today!" The joys of British/American date convention. So you had a few prayers sent up today Hart, even though they're a couple of months early

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I could use all I can get!

Music planning sesh tomorrow. A couple of weeks until the food planning. Readings already picked and cassock back from tailors. As long as no-one asks me about centerpieces, we'll do fine!

Looking forward to seeing those the four of you I know about!
 

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Posted by Mamacita (# 3659) on :
 
SO looking forward to this!
 

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Posted by Pine Marten (# 11068) on :
 
God bless you, Hart, have a wonderful day! My best wishes and prayers for your future life in the community .
 

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Posted by Lothlorien (# 4927) on :
 
Blessings from me too, Hart. Prayers too for now and the future.
 

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Posted by Rowen (# 1194) on :
 
Blessings from the High Country in Victoria, Oz. as I drive through my mountains, very close to the sky and God... Well, I will be praying!
 

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Posted by Amanda B. Reckondwythe (# 5521) on :
 
Miss Amanda will make the trek. She's booked at the same hotel with Motherboarde and JB.
 

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Posted by Hart (# 4991) on :
 
Awesome! So blessed to see so many wonderful people coming in for this!
 

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Posted by Welease Woderwick (# 10424) on :
 
I'm bumping this remind people of the event, to remind them to hold Hart in the Light and in case anyone else feels they can be there in person to support him on the day.
 

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Posted by malik3000 (# 11437) on :
 
Best wishes, Hart. I appreciate your positive presence on these boards. I wish i could be there in person but am praying and and look forward watching on the internet.

And when you are ordained, any church community to which you are assigned will be fortunate to have you as a priest.
 

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Posted by CuppaT (# 10523) on :
 
God's blessings! I am so impressed at the Shippies who are flying in to be with you for this great event. But I am glad it will be available to the rest of us also. May God grant you peace and joy.
 

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Posted by Ferijen (# 4719) on :
 
It's such a long time since I met you in person, and I wish you peace and blessings for the next few weeks.
 

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Posted by Hart (# 4991) on :
 

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Originally posted by CuppaT:
I am so impressed at the Shippies who are flying in to be with you for this great event.

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So am I! I feel very blessed to not only have the prayerful support of so many shipmates, but to have that embodied in the physical presence of some of the finest.

If you want to know more about me than you ever wanted to, the Press Release came out today.
 

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Posted by Barefoot Friar (# 13100) on :
 
Sadly, I cannot be there as I have to go to a summer camp debriefing meeting that day, and it's fairly high priority. But do know my prayers are with you.
 

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Posted by Rosa Gallica officinalis (# 3886) on :
 
Praying for you and Patrick- that it will be a wonderful affirmation of your calling for you both.
 

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Posted by Amanda B. Reckondwythe (# 5521) on :
 

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Originally posted by Hart:
If you want to know more about me than you ever wanted to, the Press Release came out today.

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Wow, you've been around, haven't you? It looks like some of us will still be in town the next day for your ordination to the diaconate, if that's open to the public also. It should be a great weekend for Mystery Worshipping!
 

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Posted by Jade Constable (# 17175) on :
 
as always, Hart.
 

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Posted by Mamacita (# 3659) on :
 

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Originally posted by Ye Olde Motherboarde:
JB and I have our plane tickets, rental car and hotel booked.
Can't wait to see Mamacita and Kelly again!

wooohooo!


P.S. to Kelly, you can ride around with us so you won't need to rent a car.

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MB, let me know where you all are staying and when you'll be arriving. Kelly will be bunking at the Mamacita B&B. It would be great if we could all spend some time together.
 

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Posted by IngoB (# 8700) on :
 
Congratulations also from me! And may God bless you for a long and fruitful life in His service.
 

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Posted by Heavenly Anarchist (# 13313) on :
 
may God bless you in your calling
 

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Posted by Forthview (# 12376) on :
 
My best wishes to you,Hart, as you make your final Vows in the Holy Cross community,before being ordained to the diaconate.
I always appreciate your clear and helpful posts,which are always so positive and seeking of understanding,never despising others.

In turn you might like to pray for Mgr Leo Cushley,who will be ordained as the new Archbishop of St Andrews and Edinburgh on 21st Sept.
 

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Posted by sabine (# 3861) on :
 
((Holding you in the Light)) now and on the day of your vows.

May you walk in Light all the days of your life.

sabine
 

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Posted by Hart (# 4991) on :
 
I now have a url for the live broadcast. Despite the link saying Sunday 11:45am (we regularly broadcast that mass on this page), the ceremony is 10am (Eastern time, 5 hours behind London) on Saturday.
 

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Posted by Lothlorien (# 4927) on :
 
Best wishes and prayers, Hart.
 

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Posted by Spiffy (# 5267) on :
 
Hart, my prayers and congratulations go with you as you make this next step in your life.
 

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Posted by Amos (# 44) on :
 
God be with you, now and always.
Blessings and congratulations, Hart.
 

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Posted by Olaf (# 11804) on :
 
Thoughts and prayers to you, Hart, as you prepare. If I weren't already scheduled for that day (sigh), I'd make the brief sojourn. Maybe for your priesting!

For the other Shipmates thinking about watching the webcast, let me put in a plug: these people do the Catholic Rite right. Watch it!
 

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Posted by Gee D (# 13815) on :
 
Prayers for you on this special day.
 

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Posted by Sioni Sais (# 5713) on :
 
Last minute prayers for you Hart. May it be a wonderful day.
 

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Posted by Pia (# 17277) on :
 
Thinking of you today, Hart.
 

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Posted by basso (# 4228) on :
 
All the best, Hart. I'll be thinking of you in the morning.
 

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Posted by malik3000 (# 11437) on :
 
Blessings, Hart
 

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Posted by Curiosity killed ... (# 11770) on :
 
Thinking of you today. Best wishes on this stage of your journey.
 

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Posted by Trisagion (# 5235) on :
 
My prayers today and tomorrow.

Suscipe me Domine, secundum eloquium tuum et vivam. Et non confundas me ab expectatione mea.

 

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Posted by Amos (# 44) on :
 
A joyful day! God be with you, Hart.
 

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Posted by Adrienne (# 2334) on :
 
Every blessing - have a wonderful day
 

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Posted by Landlubber (# 11055) on :
 
today and for the weeks to come, from the back row of the NT Greek class
 

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Posted by Gussie (# 12271) on :
 
Prayers for today. May it be a joyous start to your new ministry.
 

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Posted by Amanda B. Reckondwythe (# 5521) on :
 
Lovely, lovely service! MW reports will follow. Meanwhile, enjoy some photos.

I understand that others will be uploading more photos too.
 

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Posted by Leorning Cniht (# 17564) on :
 
Prayers and warmest wishes, Hart, as you begin this next phase of your vocation.
 

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Posted by Sioni Sais (# 5713) on :
 
Thanks for the pics. I could get the feed but now I've seen some of the service.
 

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Posted by Olaf (# 11804) on :
 

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Originally posted by Amanda B. Reckondwythe:
Lovely, lovely service! MW reports will follow. Meanwhile, enjoy some photos.

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Thank you for the pictures.

Once again, Hart, prayers for the new ordinands.
 

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Posted by Sir Kevin (# 3492) on :
 
Would that I could have seen you yesterday, but we have an Apple and could not get it working. Wish I'd known when you were at St. John Vianney - I would have bought you a lunch! Congrats on your ordination. Will you be staying in South Bend for awhile?
 

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Posted by Kelly Alves (# 2522) on :
 
Words cannot express what a joyous day that was.
 

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Posted by Mamacita (# 3659) on :
 

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Originally posted by Kelly Alves:
Words cannot express what a joyous day that was.

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To witness those solemn vows made by a friend, to pray together with friends in such a beautiful sacred space ... I tell you, my heart overflowed.

Here are a few photos to add to the collection.
 

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Posted by Amanda B. Reckondwythe (# 5521) on :
 
Today, Hart and Patrick were ordained deacons by the Archbishop of Indianapolis. MW report is forthcoming, but meanwhile here are some photos.

I'm not completely satisfied with these -- lighting in the chapel was extremely difficult -- but enjoy anyway!
 

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Posted by PeteC (# 10422) on :
 
I am quite amazed that you were permitted to take pictures during Holy Mass, at all.

It must have been bad enough with the taping of the Mass, let alone with random flashes going off in people's faces.

I enjoyed the external shots, however.
 

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Posted by Mamacita (# 3659) on :
 
The service bulletin indicated that photos were permitted as long as there was no flash, and as far as I could tell, everyone complied.
 

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Posted by Amanda B. Reckondwythe (# 5521) on :
 
Flash was neither permitted nor used, neither at yesterday's taking of vows nor at today's ordination. I sat in the back and took photos quite discretely. Some people toward the front were aiming their phones at the action, but to repeat, there was no flash. The video feed was also done completely surreptitiously -- I didn't see the cameras and had no idea where they might have been.
 

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Posted by koshatnik (# 11938) on :
 
Congratulations, Hart. May you be blessed and be a blessing to others.
 

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Posted by jedijudy (# 333) on :
 
Thank you for sharing your pictures with us, Mamacita and Miss Amanda. They are a blessing to those of us who couldn't be there!
 

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Posted by Pine Marten (# 11068) on :
 
Beautiful photos of what looked like a very lovely service! Blessings and many congratulations, Hart, from across the Pond.


 

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Posted by Kelly Alves (# 2522) on :
 
Just saw the official diaconate ordination pics. Kvelling all over again.

I have to tell y'all, Mamacita and I kept looking at each other over and over again Saturday afternoon and sighing, "what a wonderful day this has been!" The service was full of joy and reverence and communal love.Hart was absolutely blissful and I feel so lucky to have been sitting at Pew 2 to witness the joy on his face.
 

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Posted by Amanda B. Reckondwythe (# 5521) on :
 

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Originally posted by jedijudy:
Thank you for sharing your pictures with us, Mamacita and Miss Amanda. They are a blessing to those of us who couldn't be there!

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We were thinking of you. At the profession of vows, the organist played a Bach fugue that had Miss Amanda as close to dancing in the aisle as she's ever been! Absolutely brilliant!
 

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Posted by jedijudy (# 333) on :
 


My heart was there with you and Hart!
 

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Posted by venbede (# 16669) on :
 
I'm coming late to this. Congratulations and all best wishes. I look forward to the report.
 

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Posted by Ye Olde Motherboarde (# 54) on :
 
JB and I have more photos, and I've processes mine, but JB has to do his and write our MW.

It was one great weekend for all of us. The seminarians and priests were wonderful to us, and the food was excellent. Along with the solemnity, there was such a joyous aura about the place. Also, the basilica and campus is extraordinarily beautiful. How could we go wrong? Hart has lots of friends on campus, who think he is one great guy. He is such a special person.

Shipmates, you missed a good time.
 

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Posted by Hart (# 4991) on :
 
This has been an amazingly, exhilarating weekend for me! The physical and/or spiritual presence of so many shipmates was a wonderful part of it -- thank you all so much for your support! Photos and video are now up.

Saturday was a beautiful feeling of settling down, of committing to this particular part of God's pilgrimage, freeing my eyes from the work of looking side to side to concentrate more fully on being led forward in this band. Looking around the basilica in the moments after professing vows, it occurred to me: I have a new relationship to this space now. It, and the men filling it, compose my home in a new way. Sunday was then a day full of newness: the settling down of Saturday freed me to take that first step forward in this new stage of the pilgrimage. And now: there's a Word to preach, dead to bury and little pagan babies to baptize (and a parish chili cook-off to win). It feels very right.
 

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Posted by JB (# 1776) on :
 
I finally got the pictures from Hart's Final Vows ready.

There were shipmates in attendance.

Here's the entire set.
 

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Posted by Amanda B. Reckondwythe (# 5521) on :
 
The MW reports have been posted.
 

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Posted by venbede (# 16669) on :
 
Sorry. I can't find it. But I'll look forward to it in due course.
 

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Posted by Firenze (# 619) on :
 

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Originally posted by venbede:
Sorry. I can't find it. But I'll look forward to it in due course.

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Originally posted by venbede:
And if CSC keeps today as their patronal feast (Our Lady of Sorrows?) best wishes to hart and his brethren for today.

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Originally posted by PeteC:
The 14th was the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, so I expect that it was yesterday.

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