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Benefit Luncheon
a Smashing Success!
Nearly 200 loyal Cenacle supporters gathered at Chateau Estates Golf & Country Club on March 21st to attend mass celebrated by Archbishop Gregory Aymond; to lunch on chicken marsala, parsleyed new potatoes, vegetable medley, cheescake with strawberries; and to participate in the raffle, parade of prizes, and silent auction to benefit the ministries of the Cenacle Sisters.
Archbishop Aymond shared with all his long history with the Cenacle Sisters. He is a former retreat presenter at the Cenacle, and two Cenacle sisters have been his spiritual advisors in the past.
Serving on the altar with Archbishop Aymond were Deacons Bill Glennon, Reverend Joe Krafft, Msgr. Ralph E. Carroll, and Tori Marcel, a sophomore at Ursuline Academy.
The Laetare Singers directed by
Lyndall Rossbach provided the music
during mass.
Birthdays!
Both Barbara Connick and Mary Ann Valentino celebrated their birthdays on this day. We are happy they chose to share this special time in their lives with us.
Raffle!
Winner need not be present!
$1,000 raffle winner - Paul Forbes of Destrehan.
"Ultimate New Orleans Gift Basket" winner -
Sean Rabalais of Lafayette.
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New Orleans Banjoes +2 provided lively music while attendees lunched and examined the huge array of Silent Auction items and the mulitude of Parade of Prizes. Approximately 50 area businesses and individuals donated terrific gifts. Winners of the Silent Auction items included Stacey Marcel, June Menard, Helen Barnett, Pat Irwin, Dave Colomb, Susan Stall, Mary Ann Valentino, Rose Schaubhut, Susan Glennon, Kathy Rabalais, Mari Rodriguez,
and Evelyn Schiro.
New this year was the "Your Lucky Day" jewelry boutique chaired by Marie Louise Nix. Donated costume jewelry was sold for $5. It was a great way to recycle unused jewelry and to help the Cenacle.
The Cenacle Sisters wish to thank the Luncheon organizers: Linda Sunseri and Susan Glennon who co-chaired the event; Charlene Broussard who was in charge of the Silent Auction and Parade of Prizes; and other committe members who were present:
Mrs. Ann Babington, Ms. Mary Lee Burke,
Mrs. Margaret Culicchia, Mrs. Ann Fuselier,
Mrs. Barbara Gaiennie, Ms. Anita Garcia,
Mrs. Stacey Marcel, Mrs. June Menard,
Sr. Dorothy Mennis, rc, Mrs. Cuqui Moore,
Ms. Ann Morcos, Mrs. Suzanne Myers,
Mrs. Marie Louise Nix,
Ms. Courtnery-Anne Sarpy, Mrs. Jackie Schoen, and Mrs. Mary Ann Valentino.
Among attendees were Mr. & Mrs. Warren Backer,
Mr. & Mrs. Philip Brooks, Mr. & Mrs. David Colomb, Mr. & Mrs. William Connick, Mrs. Rosa Dunn of Hammond, Mr. & Mrs. John Eckholdt,
Dr. & Mrs. S. E. Ellender of Houma,
Mr. & Mrs. George Irwin of Baton Rouge,
Mr. & Mrs. John Laborde, Mr. & Mrs. Nicholas Lafranz, Mrs. Delores Levy, Mr. & Mrs. Wayne Pietri,
Dr. & Mrs. Raoul Rodriguez,
Mr. & Mrs. Mark Rodi, Mrs. Marilyn Rusovich,
Mr. & Mrs. Albert Stall, Dr. & Mrs. Daniel Talbot,
and others.
We were delighted to have about 12 attendees from the Baton Rouge area join us at this wonderful event. |
April Retreats
Call the Ministry Office to make a reservation:
(504) 887-1420, ext. 225
April 9-11
Contemplative Prayer: With Thomas Merton's Help
America's first hermit struggled his whole life time with the contemplative journey. In some way, he has made it easier for all of us to make our prayer journey through life. We all began with simple prayers of petition prayed at our bedsides. Now, we grow into people who live in the very presence of God.
Presenter: Rev. Keith Hosey
Captains:
Connie Armentor, New Iberia, 337-365-6945
Angela Speyrer, Baton Rouge, 225-753-5838
Mary Ray, St. Gabriel, 225-319-0311
Agnes Castro, New Iberia, 337-229-4775
April 16-18
The Risen Christ in Our Lives
Ways to talk and pray to Jesus about our lives.
Presenter: Rev. Richard O. Buhler, SJ
Captains:
Alma Cadenhead, Gonzales, 225-647-7641
Kim Duffy, Gautier, 228-623-3331
Mary Furlow, Baton Rouge, 225-755-3311
Marlene Zuccaro, Baton Rouge, 225-275-2790
April 23-25
Peace Be With You: Recovering Serenity & Freedom
This healing retreat focuses on how Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to transform the apostles into bold risk takers rooted in a deep peace not shaken by tribulations endured. If we submit to His will, we will find peace and happiness.
Presenter Rev. Matt Linn, SJ
Captains:
Cookie Bologna, Gretna, 504-367-9928
Karen Brown, Harvey, 504-366-5800
Vicky Cerniglia,Covington, 985-809-1507
Rita Sanchez, Geismar 225-673-3670
Carmen Sugai, Baton Rouge, 225-952-9210
Carol Waguespack, Vacherie, 1-800-553-6401
April 30-May 2
The Breath of Life: Honoring the Mystic Within
We will explore how we can honor the mystic within by becoming aware of the love that God kindled in our hearts.
Presenter: Rev. Joseph Nassal
Captains:
Lisa Knotts, Baton Rouge, 225-387-9824
Alice Lobell, Baker 225-262-6951
Tootie St. Romain, Baton Rouge, 225-275-5637
Nancy Taylor, Plaquemine, 225-659-8990
Contact: Vince Liberto
Program Coordinator
We encourage all Catholics between the ages of 20 and 30 to join us as we grow in faith together.
Book Club
A book is read ahead of time then discussed.
Leader: Tom Wattigney
Monthly Morning of Reflection
Both the Book Club and the Monthly Morning of Reflection are held at the Cenacle, 5500 St. Mary Street, Metairie, LA. |
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